Hello,
you could help me in case you have installed the Cyanogenmod 11 (4.4.2) by Hazou on your Motorola Razr I (XT890).
I broke my screen - it is completely black. I cannot use adb etc. because it is locked by a pattern which I need to unlock first (no USB debugging activated ).
The touch screen still works, I can disable the alarm. Therefore, I am hoping if someone sends me a screen shot of the lock screen I can blindly unlock it and recover the rest of my data. I would need the following screen shot (or picture of the screen):
Lock pattern with 4 x 4 dots and the clock above the pattern ("vanilla" lock screen of the custom ROM).
I would really appreciate if someone could be so nice to either post such a picture or send it as PM to me.
This is the link to the development thread of the Mod:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/razr-i/development/rom-unofficial-cyanogenmod-11-t2966855
best regards
LastTheorem
why don't u shut down the phone, reboot in recovery and use adb from there? The twrp version has mtp also enabled, so u can access it from the pc
Hazou said:
why don't u shut down the phone, reboot in recovery and use adb from there? The twrp version has mtp also enabled, so u can access it from the pc
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Since the screen does not work and I don't operate the recovery dayly - I wouldn't know how to get there blindly. In addition, I would like to backup some data through apps (e.g. SMS, SaveGames which require app starts). I found a couple of tutorials on how to use the adb screen capture and adb-touch-sending to navigate somewhat remotely. First, I need to unlock the screen.
My idea is to mark the dot positions on the screen by measuring the positions from the screen shot. Enabling me to blindly unlock my phone - this is atleast what I hope
PS: I found this, however it is not the "vanilla" version or have you adopted this MOD in the later version of august 2015?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/razr-i/themes-apps/mod-enlarge-unlock-pattern-t2980554
lasttheorem said:
Since the screen does not work and I don't operate the recovery dayly - I wouldn't know how to get there blindly. In addition, I would like to backup some data through apps (e.g. SMS, SaveGames which require app starts). I found a couple of tutorials on how to use the adb screen capture and adb-touch-sending to navigate somewhat remotely. First, I need to unlock the screen.
My idea is to mark the dot positions on the screen by measuring the positions from the screen shot. Enabling me to blindly unlock my phone - this is atleast what I hope
PS: I found this, however it is not the "vanilla" version or have you adopted this MOD in the later version of august 2015?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/razr-i/themes-apps/mod-enlarge-unlock-pattern-t2980554
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Nope, I don't do any customization on the UI of the rom. It's almost stock Cyanogenmod with only tiny things in its inner core changed.
The recovery is actually straight forward.
1. Turn it down.
2. Hold power and volume down
3. After first haptic feedback (rumble, buzz) release the power button
4. Connect it to a PC and see if it recognizes it. Then try to use adb, adb will tell u that u are in recovery with the command "adb devices". If adb works, u are in recovery, if not u are in the rom.
All this is tried with TWRP
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Thank You
I did get it to work! The way I was trying to.
1. I used the image linked above to unlock my screen:
a) Print out screen shot with 4.3" diagonal
b) mark dots on screen (or raster at screen edge)
c) with good patience and some luck I was able to get it
2. Use screen capture [power]+[vol down] and watch image via USB datalink
3. use two to navigate in menus to enable USB debugging (used youtube video to see where the menus are)
4. once USB debugging is on you can use this handy script to remote control your device. It is even possible to mouse click on the screen shots to pass touch comands: marian.schedenig.name/2014/07/03/remote-control-your-android-phone-through-adb
5. with patience and TitaniumBackUp I am now saving my data and SaveGames...and hopefully connect my CoC to a google device to take it to my new cell phone
Problem solved!
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Hi,
The screen (LCD+touchscreen) of my i9100G device is completely broken (a few months old...:crying.
I had previously properly installed CM9 RC1, ClockWordMod recovery and rooted with "advanced method 2" from this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1679778.
The system works very well, superuser app installed, root permissions prompted for apps that need root access...etc
Now with the broken screen, i still access the phone via adb for scanning files and directories of sdcard or launch apps (that do not require root access, see after) but without being able to interact with.
It is a rich experience to see how useful a trackball or physical keyboard is ... or the opposite, how many apps need these features to offer basic functions ...
An example: splash screen and first help screen with 4 pages via viewpager to showcase the app ... without a functional display, i was unable to access the main screen of the app ... i even modified the source code of open apps (opensource apps) to have "instant" behaviors or to launch the main action once loaded or if they require interactions, call the related action with the "back" key button (onKeyDown(int, KeyEvent) function).
i found a great app that displays on my ubuntu desktop the screen of the phone (great also to see that only the screen/display was broken) and you can interact with the phone from your desktop (mouse, keyboard) ... but this last feature is available only for rooted devices. The java app is androidScreenCast http://code.google.com/p/androidscreencast/.
My device IS rooted, but ... CM9 has implemented a new security layer preventing root access via adb if option in settings is unchecked, i didn't notice that and leave the option unchecked. Nice for security. But now, i don't see any way to check this option and thus any way to interact with the phone via "androidScreenCast" -like apps to be able to interact more with the phone.
Have you got any ideas to have full root access on CM9 ?
Next step is 1) trying to flash an other ICS ROM or a gingerbread one via ODIN or fastboot (complicated with a broken screen) and 2) replace the display.
Thanks in advance for your reading and help.
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[UPDATE] I solved my problem.
In case it could help someone in similar situation (with cm9, i9100G or else):
1) i found this useful app: http://piglings.blogspot.fr/2011/08/android-screen-control-without-root.html (download the zip file provided by the author here -if someone could paste it on an open location .., then run the bat file from windows)
2) i am now able to interact with the screen (low but greatly enough to allow root access when prompted by superuser !), connect wifi (fortunately it is the first option in menu/settings !) or other things that require clicking on a button to accept (touchscreen is not working, so sliding or scrolling don't work, you will be able to do so in step 6) )
3) i installed webkey app http://webkey.cc/ (Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.webkey)
4) to launch webkey, hit search button in menu from home (search the app with google search app, the keyboard is working from 1) ) and type webkey
5) superuser will prompt permisison dialog, you will be able to click on "allow" (yes !) and webkey will be granted root privilleges
6) an ip adress (local if on wifi) will be provided by webkey from wich you can interact with your phone (with touchscreen and many other features); you can also configure in settings tab a username/password to connect from webpage (user's setting/create user) and other options listed at http://webkey.cc/
7) and there i have all features, touchscreen, scrolling, keyboard, mouse clicks, interaction with apps ... great ! And of course, menu/settings/developer options/root access/adb AND apps !
An other solution also considered was http://www.androidlost.com/ but not tested; it seems nice (requiring no interaction at all, push install from play store, activate via specific keywords in sms, login on remote server to control the phone, erase data/sdcard ...).
... enjoy !
Hi,
I have been exploring my Xperia SP phone and have a few queries about some of it's functionality....
1. I am finding it a bit irritating to press on the power button again and again to wake up the screen and then to unlock... is there any alternative to skip the power button and turn on the screen just by swiping or a gesture?
2. Is there a way to automatically turn off the phone and then restart at specific times for example at night.. to save battery? ( in non rooted phone)
3. Has anyone tried using Handwriting recognition function for taking handwritten notes ... does it work well with stylus( which company, model)? and which app is best for taking such notes? Can we speak and convert the voice into text saving them as notes automatically? and is this efficient way to do or just a function given in the phone?
4. Can XSP be used a TV remote control or wireless radio remote control for example automating home lighting etc?
5. what's ecompass? is it some app or just a reference to magnetometer in phone? -
6. Can we connect a usb keyboard for extended typing? or a wireless/bluetooth one? - any specific models that are good? what's the configuration we need to do to setup?
Any inputs and experiences would be appreciated.
Regards
Gs
1: Possible via kernel things (I think) this requires root and unlocked bootloader for custom kernel
2: No... Not that I know of
3: I havent test it but for me this function is useless on such small screen and yes there is an app for this (cant recall it)
4: No the Xperia SP has no infra red sensor
5: An eCompass is a tilt compensated electronic compass utilizing an accelerometer and a magnetometer (WikiPedia)
6: I havent tried this but this should be possible.. Any brand should do
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mrjraider said:
1: Possible via kernel things (I think) this requires root and unlocked bootloader for custom kernel
2: No... Not that I know of
3: I havent test it but for me this function is useless on such small screen and yes there is an app for this (cant recall it)
4: No the Xperia SP has no infra red sensor
5: An eCompass is a tilt compensated electronic compass utilizing an accelerometer and a magnetometer (WikiPedia)
6: I havent tried this but this should be possible.. Any brand should do
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1. I was interested since pressing power button that is on hardware too many numerous times can possibly break it.. just a guess and also it's more convenient to just swipe. I did find Auto screen ON and other apps on google store utilizing proximity senson but then they run in the background and possible drain battery by keeping the sensor ON.
2. I had phones in the past that did the same thing.. just set the off and on time and it will work.. I guess there would be app for that.. would try to find it out.
3. it is in fact very useful if it works correctly and precisely....for taking notes, to-do's , reminders..etc. would love to know more details about this.
4. how about using wifi as a radio transmitter? it has both 2.4/5ghz chips.
5. okay..but what's the use of such tilt compensated compass? wikipedia just gives the definition.
6. any recommendations for usb setup? I guess we need a seperate cable usb to mini usb? will any usb keyboard would work?
few answers I could find...
okay few answers I could find...
1. try tap tap on google store it worked for me.. there are others too in case that doesn't work...
autoscreen on and many others on play store.
2. It seems after some research that android doesn't currently supports complete auto shutdown without rooting.. so the next best option is to enable airplane mode...
powerschedule on google play
there are others apps too in play store that serve the same purpose.
3. papyrus, freenote app and others but haven't use this functionality with stylus to confirm.
5. google maps seem to use ecompass for right orientation.
6. many others have successfully connected usb keyboards it seems ..search on google gives
Awesome developer Joao have (yesterday) released a brand new app called AutoTools to his big AutoApps-library. It´s supposed to be a ``supercharged Tasker´´. For example it has it´s own ``secure settings´´ very similar to the old original Secure Settings-app it self that stopped development a couple of years ago. And wait for it... it does NOT require root!
There are though warnings that claims the functions will not work on all phones and also to enable ``secure settings´´ you need to connect the phone to a PC and install a specific software etc. (all info is in the app).
I have not yet dived into all the functions myself but only checked it briefly. But this is exactly what Tasker needs And who else to bring it than Joao, he is really brilliant :good:
Read more HERE and take a look at the really informative Youtube video.
About the ``Secure settings´´ function.
AutoTools Secure Settings
This allows you to change settings on your device that you normally wouldn't be able to with Tasker
NO ROOT is needed for this action
Examples
Turn GPS on when in Google Maps, turn it off otherwise (No Root!)
Change Animation Speed with a Quick Tile on Android 7 and Above
Change input keyboard depending on situation
Set Screen Orientation
To use this, AutoTools needs to be granted permission to change secure settings on your device
How to grant AutoTools the Secure Settings permission
Enable Developer Mode: Go to Android Settings -> About Phone and look for the Build Number option. Touch it multiple times until developer mode is enabled.
Enable USB Debugging: Go to Android Settings -> and look for the Developer Options option. In there, enable the USB debugging option.
Install ADB on your PC: Check here for a quick way to do it.
Connect device to PC: Connect your device to a PC and look on your phone. A prompt should show up asking you to allow your phone to be debugged by your PC. Accept this.
Grant permission: Open a command line on your PC and write
adb shell pm grant com.joaomgcd.autotools android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
Congratulations, AutoTools should now be able to use the "Secure Settings" action!
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https://joaoapps.com/AutoApps/Help/...utotools.activity.ActivityConfigsettings.html
Warning info inside the app claims that ``mobile data´´ only will work on 25% of all devices, but I can confirm that it works on my S7 edge. Also power saver mode and GPS ''battery saver/high accuracy/off'' works as a charm.
Auto Tools been out for a hot minute…
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but I can confirm that it works on my S7 edge. Also power saver mode and GPS ''battery saver/high accuracy/off'' works as a charm.
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And airplane mode?
You can toggle the Air Plane Mode by shell code, if you can't with that...
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And airplane mode?
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Just tried it and got some strange results lol. Airplane mode enables (icon lights up) and mobile data turns off BUT cell connection is still up and I can make calls and send texts. So you could say that I get ``almost airplane mode...´´.
I read about some Marshmallow bug though for third party apps writing system settings even with permissions, could be what causing this.. https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=194376
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It has been out as a Beta app for a long time. It was released to the public a few days ago :-}
For Airplane Mode ( I don't have root), I use AutoInput to open up the notifications shade, then simulate a press of the airplane mode button. Works perfect
This is a lifesaver coming from Tasker + Secure Settings and System Module+ enabled which is not functioning with Marshmallow for GPS until I found someone talking about this app. Confirmed working with Marshmallow on LG G5 I'm very happy as soon as I saw it worked, I just bought the full version. This was the only issue I had as I like to use Waze often in my car and one or two less clicks is just another annoyance I didn't need :laugh:
can someone help me, I don't know how to install ADB, I'm running windows 10 home on my laptop,
Do i still need to do the adb command part if i'm rooted?
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can someone help me, I don't know how to install ADB, I'm running windows 10 home on my laptop,
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Not sure if you found the answer, but Google recently released an installer for just the tools like adb and fastboot: https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools.html
I found out in the end
Dear forum members - need help/ advice urgently.
I Titanium deleted/ froze some Samsung Gear/ S Voice/ S Health files this morning as I thought these were surplus to my requirements.
I restarted my device (after installing exposed module AdAway reborn) - since then, on my Note5 unlock-screen (which has fingerprint activation) the keyboard is missing - during the 1st screen unlock after a reboot, my Note5 usually prompts me to input my back-up password instead of accepting fingerprint unlock, after this 1st unlock then fingerprint screen unlocking will work fine for any subsequent screen unlocks (as long as phone is not rebooted).
But now the only "keyboard" I get in the unlock screen is a microphone symbol with "Tap the mic button to speak" message (nothing happens with this mic anyway when I try to use it); also at the bottom of this "keyboard" is a row of buttons (back/comma/full-stop/? mark/space/globe-type symbol/Delete/Return) which do not register in the password space anyway.
So I cannot get past the unlock screen anymore!!! I must have accidentally froze/deleted some component of the Samsung keyboard.....?
Please help somebody.....:crying:
Try to connect external keyboard via otg Cable than when you open the phone go to playstore and install any keyboard as you wish (i.e gkeyboard is the best ) and you can move on ... Without Samsung keyboard ....
Thanks:good: for the suggestion mala96.
I managed to resolve the lack of keyboard issue @ lock-screen a couple of days ago - I re-installed my custom ROM (thankfully without loosing any of my data/ sdcard storage files), got past the now swipe-able lock-screen and then I had to install a 3rd party keyboard (SwiftKey & G-Board), and also made sure S-Voice was no longer frozen.
It is strange that Samsung keyboard is no where to be found anymore.....
Also, my Gallery app does not load up (or ?scan) my camera album/ storage photos anymore although these pics are still there in exactly the same storage folders as they used to be - Now I am resorting to the Piktures app until resolve Samsung/android 'Gallery' issue.
Also, now no option of changing my lock-screen wallpaper either....
I'm using the Minimal ADB and Fastboot program from this thread since it's easier for me to use https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
First two attached files are for my ADB question, the last three are about Immersion
I'm attempting to enable GSam Battery Monitor's extra stats like I did with my Z3c and my S6 Active, as well as
the Custom Nav Bar app for media controls in my navbar and eventually figuring out how to theme my phone using Andromeda. I believe I did everything correctly, but every time I type "adb devices" to see my phone it doesn't show as connected. My USB debugging is on. Maybe I have my drivers in the wrong folder for this to work? Worked fine when I had my Z3c and S6A.
Also related to using ADB, I want to know if it's fully possible to force Immersive full screen for all apps, including launchers, as there's a portion of the screen being taken away by a digital bezel, and as we saw with the 18:9 screen ratio trend in 2017, bezels are going out. There's a thread in the Pixel 2 XL forum asking if it's possible with Nova Launcher, which what I use, but it goes nowhere. I know that there's multiple apps in the Play store that can force your phone into Immersive mode as seen in my phone screenshots, but they leave an unsightly gap where the navbar used to be.
CMT 1412-4444 'Fours' said:
I'm using the Minimal ADB and Fastboot program from this thread since it's easier for me to use https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
First two attached files are for my ADB question, the last three are about Immersion
I'm attempting to enable GSam Battery Monitor's extra stats like I did with my Z3c and my S6 Active, as well as
the Custom Nav Bar app for media controls in my navbar and eventually figuring out how to theme my phone using Andromeda. I believe I did everything correctly, but every time I type "adb devices" to see my phone it doesn't show as connected. My USB debugging is on. Maybe I have my drivers in the wrong folder for this to work? Worked fine when I had my Z3c and S6A.
Also related to using ADB, I want to know if it's fully possible to force Immersive full screen for all apps, including launchers, as there's a portion of the screen being taken away by a digital bezel, and as we saw with the 18:9 screen ratio trend in 2017, bezels are going out. There's a thread in the Pixel 2 XL forum asking if it's possible with Nova Launcher, which what I use, but it goes nowhere. I know that there's multiple apps in the Play store that can force your phone into Immersive mode as seen in my phone screenshots, but they leave an unsightly gap where the navbar used to be.
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You have installed ADB, but did you get the drivers specific to the mobile?
It is possible that drivers from a previous mobile are still on your machine and can interfere. Try from a different PC if you can.
System UI tuner has some options about making all applications immersive. But you do need to be able to run some ADB commands to get this to work.
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You have installed ADB, but did you get the drivers specific to the mobile?
It is possible that drivers from a previous mobile are still on your machine and can interfere. Try from a different PC if you can.
System UI tuner has some options about making all applications immersive. But you do need to be able to run some ADB commands to get this to work.
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I have those drivers saved on my laptop, yes. Is there a specific place I'm supposed to save them to after unzipping them?
Update: figured it out. Used the guide on the full Android Developer site and it was a matter of getting the driver to actually update. Got the ADB command to work with GSam monitor but i cant get it to work with UI tuner :/ I'll just ask in the thread for it why despite typing "adb shell pm grant xyz.paphonb.systemuituner android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS" like the on-screen instructions say does nothing.
Edit: I'm dumb, I spelled a word wrong. Glorious full screen at last.