S5 mini antivirus - Galaxy S5 Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Does anyone recommend any antivirus for s5 mini?

CostasGr said:
Does anyone recommend any antivirus for s5 mini?
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Android doesn't need any antivirus
ALL ANTIVIRUSES APPS ON THE PLAY STORE OR ON ANY OTHER PLACES ARE FAKE AND WILL SLOWLY THE DEVICE
If you dont believe me ask anyone here on xda and you'll have the same answer as mine
trust me you need nothing your phone is safe

What's about when my device is root??

Android has lot of malware and viruses. I recommend using Kaspersky AntiVirus.

pouriasa said:
What's about when my device is root??
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The same
its up to you how do you use your phone and what kind of apps you install but they are 100% clean especially if you get them from the playstore
Dont take my word though its just my way of view cuz ive never used an anti-virus apps on all of my android phones

If you download apps from Google Play, then you don't need any AV software. If you download from unknown pages,apps,etc. then I recommend to get.

sasukesama said:
The same
its up to you how do you use your phone and what kind of apps you install but they are 100% clean especially if you get them from the playstore
Dont take my word though its just my way of view cuz ive never used an anti-virus apps on all of my android phones
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But Some where I read some apks can transfer to your system apps without your permission, U mean it's a lie? (When U R root)
(Sent with my Phone From the HELL)

pouriasa said:
But Some where I read some apks can transfer to your system apps without your permission, U mean it's a lie? (When U R root)
(Sent with my Phone From the HELL)
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Not a lie but as long as you get your apps from the play store there's nothing to worry about

sasukesama said:
The same
its up to you how do you use your phone and what kind of apps you install but they are 100% clean especially if you get them from the playstore
Dont take my word though its just my way of view cuz ive never used an anti-virus apps on all of my android phones
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What about malware that gets installed when you click on a MMS link? Yeah I know that you wouldn't do that, but what about other people?
I just wish that you could set no links in a MMS.

Clean MAster Security is great

The best antivirus for your phone is already pre-installed (if you run Stock Lollipop): Smart Manager

download cerebrus anti-thieft app

Just think before installing anything.
Gesendet von meinem ONE E1003

I trust Avast
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although I guess there is something special for smartphones. you just need to search

Eset, free and very low battery and CPU use.

Hey
Android devices doesen't need anti virus apps a lot of people are thinking that they need a anti virus app but you needen't to install any of them and don't forget some anti virus apps are fake and they make your phone slower than before and some of them fill your storge but when u wan't to use one you can do it!
sorry beacause bad English
dears

Android is based on the linux kernel, so is not afected in the same way that windows is for malicious software (you can even tell there's no virus for linux based systems),as long as you know what are you installing on your device you are okay, since "virus" on android have to be installed by YOU manually to have acces to your devices.

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Bloatware Removal List Compilation

Hey everyone. I am happy that we have a kernel with write protection removed. Thanks to CurbThePain and rbheromax. Please use this thread in making a list of bloatware that we can remove safely without bricking our phones. I have been freezing apps with TB and kind of observing how the phone runs. If anyone has tried this or is interested in making a list, please contribute. Thanks everyone.
All google apps expect for playstore or frame service or keyboard I remove the google apps they take space I remove play music movies calendar alarm clock launcher and replace it with nova
I have removed pretty much everything short of the Google framework, HTC Sense, and some of the HTC services (simply because I don't know what they do). I left the clock. I like the clock.
Ajfink said:
I have removed pretty much everything short of the Google framework, HTC Sense, and some of the HTC services (simply because I don't know what they do). I left the clock. I like the clock.
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When I had a HTC sensation I removed HTC sense but takes out a lot but there was a lot of development on that phone fast this one kinda standing still so make a back up and remove let us know I don't have root yet but I will
I'm currently in the process of making a non-bloat deodexed, Senseless, rooted stock ROM. I'm literally deodexing all of the system apps as we speak. There's ~390MB of bloatware that can be safely removed (if you don't mind removing Sense/using a different launcher). I might plop out a list later on.
CraviingCritic said:
I'm currently in the process of making a non-bloat deodexed, Senseless, rooted stock ROM. I'm literally deodexing all of the system apps as we speak. There's ~390MB of bloatware that can be safely removed (if you don't mind removing Sense/using a different launcher). I might plop out a list later on.
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Any launcher is better the HTC adw golaucher to Google now is what I use on top or HTC just hurry and get rid of it lol
Pinalp84 said:
Hey everyone. I am happy that we have a kernel with write protection removed. Thanks to CurbThePain and rbheromax. Please use this thread in making a list of bloatware that we can remove safely without bricking our phones. I have been freezing apps with TB and kind of observing how the phone runs. If anyone has tried this or is interested in making a list, please contribute. Thanks everyone.
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I started with these
system/app
Books.apk
Books.odex
Gmail2.apk
Gmail2.odex
GoogleTTS.apk
GoogleTTS.odex
IMEXT9ArabicLight.apk
IMEXT9ArabicLight.odex
IMEXT9FrenchLight.apk
IMEXT9FrenchLight.odex
IMEXT9GermanLight.apk
IMEXT9GermanLight.odex
IMEXT9GreekLight.apk
IMEXT9GreekLight.odex
IMEXT9ItalianLight.apk
IMEXT9ItalianLight.odex
IMEXT9PortugueseLight.apk
IMEXT9PortugueseLight.odex
IMEXT9RussianLight.apk
IMEXT9RussianLight.odex
IMEXT9SpanishLight.apk
IMEXT9SpanishLight.odex
Magazines.apk
Magazines.odex
PlayGames.apk
PlayGames.odex
Videos.apk
xtra_t_app.apk
xtra_t_app.odex
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system/priv-app
AndroidHtcSync.apk
AndroidHtcSync.odex
DSS.apk
DSS.odex
HtcGetStarted.apk
HtcGetStarted.odex
HTCRecommend.apk
HTCRecommend.odex
LinkedIn_Fsplugin.apk
LinkedIn_Fsplugin.odex
SPCS_vowifi.apk
SPCS_vowifi.odex
Sprint_DMS.apk
Sprint_DMS.odex
Sprint_NQ.apk
Sprint_NQ.odex
Sprint_VoWifi.apk
Sprint_VoWifi.odex
vtt-sprint.apk
vtt-sprint.odex
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didn't gain alot of space but every little bit helps
None of the Sprint apps are necessary?
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Mobile Installer
Does anyone know whether the Mobile Installer app is safe to freeze / uninstall? I was looking around on Google for its function, but could not find anything.
Ajfink said:
None of the Sprint apps are necessary?
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app
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not that I'm aware of ... Keep in mind my phone is not activated and is only used as an mp3 player / wifi internet browser
Did you finish your Rom? Does it work with boost?
acesavant00 said:
Does anyone know whether the Mobile Installer app is safe to freeze / uninstall? I was looking around on Google for its function, but could not find anything.
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I removed the Mobile Installer because it had something to do with virgin mobile reinstalling thing's after I deleted them my phone is fine after deleting it and the odex file.
Bloatware Removal
I am somewhat new the this rooting trend lol. However I got my 510 rooted (boost mobile). I just want to remove bloatware so I can free up some space. However I am not sure how to go about exactly removing it.
I got the kernel for S-Off and some other nice tricks from here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/des...sprintboost-modded-desire-510-kernel-t2969979
I was reading and found out you can boot the kernel and remove the bloatware and then reboot using the stock kernel again. Which is really all I want. What do you use to remove/unbloat the 510?
Phoenix12786 said:
I am somewhat new the this rooting trend lol. However I got my 510 rooted (boost mobile). I just want to remove bloatware so I can free up some space. However I am not sure how to go about exactly removing it.
I got the kernel for S-Off and some other nice tricks from here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/des...sprintboost-modded-desire-510-kernel-t2969979
I was reading and found out you can boot the kernel and remove the bloatware and then reboot using the stock kernel again. Which is really all I want. What do you use to remove/unbloat the 510?
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Download an app called flashify and backup your current kernel do what you want and flash back. You're limited to 3 flashs per day so go ahead and support the dev if you feel it helped. As far as what is safe to take off, there are reports of things around here so just check around.
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[email protected] said:
Download an app called flashify and backup your current kernel do what you want and flash back. You're limited to 3 flashs per day so go ahead and support the dev if you feel it helped. As far as what is safe to take off, there are reports of things around here so just check around.
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To remove bloatware use a combination of titanium backup and root browser
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I successfully flashed rbheromax's v1 kernel, got the apps and such, and still have S-ON. If you're having trouble with persistent bloatware, that could be why. I'm looking for answers and will reply again if I can get it fixed.
Phoenix12786 said:
I am somewhat new the this rooting trend lol. However I got my 510 rooted (boost mobile). I just want to remove bloatware so I can free up some space. However I am not sure how to go about exactly removing it.
I got the kernel for S-Off and some other nice tricks from here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/des...sprintboost-modded-desire-510-kernel-t2969979
I was reading and found out you can boot the kernel and remove the bloatware and then reboot using the stock kernel again. Which is really all I want. What do you use to remove/unbloat the 510?
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[email protected] said:
Download an app called flashify and backup your current kernel do what you want and flash back. You're limited to 3 flashs per day so go ahead and support the dev if you feel it helped. As far as what is safe to take off, there are reports of things around here so just check around.
Sent from my 0PCV1 using XDA Free mobile app
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To remove bloatware use a combination of titanium backup and root browser
Sent from my 0PCV1 using XDA Free mobile app
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Should i uninstall from titanium backup first, then remove apk/odex? or otherway around?
Phoenix12786 said:
Should i uninstall from titanium backup first, then remove apk/odex? or otherway around?
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I do it the other way
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sprint_vowifi
Hi guys,
I foolishly removed the sprint_vowifi apk/odex not realizing it's something I do use on occasion (rarely make phone calls, but recently have been dialing into conference calls for work). Could someone make a backup with titanium and share? I would really appreciate the help.
simple question, is supersu NOT for deleting bloatware? do i have to do all that manually? i tought that was the wole point behind rooting and this useless supersu app.
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whattheflip said:
simple question, is supersu NOT for deleting bloatware? do i have to do all that manually? i thought that was the wole point behind rooting and this useless supersu app.
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titanium back up owns, its the way to go. best so far.

BlackBerry Mod

THIS IS FOR ANDROID 6.0+ ONLY!!!
This is mod I use on my LG V10.
Package was originally created as an add-on for Eliminater74's Rom.
I just ported it over as a flashable zip for my use but I figured I'd share.
Put zip on your external sd card and flash from twrp.
You will get a few "BlackBerry services not working " in the beginning but they will soon go away after some usage. These apps were on the BlackBerry Priv and are pretty useful especially the Hub. If there are some apps you don't like, just uninstall or freeze with titanium backup.
There is a launcher, contacts, calendar, bbhub, password keeper..... just a bunch of stuff.
Enjoy
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0B0RvQXKFIbXzB5ejN4M2ZDMzQ/view?usp=drivesdk
Where I got the flashable apps package
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/flashable-appsflash-apps-internal-t2809020
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Tells me that I need to upgrade the Blackberry Services.
When I can click Yes - it takes me to the Google app store and there says that my device isn't compatible...
joecoeur said:
Tells me that I need to upgrade the Blackberry Services.
When I can click Yes - it takes me to the Google app store and there says that my device isn't compatible...
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Weird. Never had that happen.
Just to clarify;
What device?
What version of Android?
-sent from this device using this app.
OriginalShinken1 said:
Weird. Never had that happen.
Just to clarify;
What device?
What version of Android?
-sent from this device using this app.
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Samsung J7 - SMJ700H
Android 6.0.1
joecoeur said:
Samsung J7 - SMJ700H
Android 6.0.1
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Do you use titanium backup? If so, under preferences you can use market doctor to attach app links to play store and that should help. But, j700h is outside the U.S.? That might be the issue but I can't say for sure. Try market doctor and let me know please.
Thanks.
sent from tha interwebs on dis here device.
OriginalShinken1 said:
Do you use titanium backup? If so, under preferences you can use market doctor to attach app links to play store and that should help. But, j700h is outside the U.S.? That might be the issue but I can't say for sure. Try market doctor and let me know please.
Thanks.
sent from tha interwebs on dis here device.
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I have installed the apps from the non rooted apps by Cobalt 32.. comes to the same thing
joecoeur said:
I have installed the apps from the non rooted apps by Cobalt 32.. comes to the same thing
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You lost me there. What non- rooted apps?
- Just looked it up. Didn't even know about that page. So did you use the BlackBerry manager as described?
sent from tha interwebs on dis here device.
Yes, installed the Blackberry Manager by Colbalt and it lets you install all the apps.
I prefer however downloading the folders from Colbalt (just check one of the previous posts on the thread) and install the apps I like (blackberry hub, calendar and keyboard) -the rest are just average (contacts on MM is way better than that of BB)
OriginalShinken1 said:
You lost me there. What non- rooted apps?
- Just looked it up. Didn't even know about that page. So did you use the BlackBerry manager as described?
sent from tha interwebs on dis here device.
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[FIX] Oxygen OS PlayStore stuck at downloading .

Q. Can't download anything? Stuck??
A. Uninstall Truecaller
"AYY LMAO"
IF it works then "GG WP"
Credits :-
kpmohamedhussain
GG WP
I tried everything but in the end the culprit was Truecaller.
Thanks
I don't have Truecaller ...Still not working
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GG WP
worked here.???
What is GG WP? What that means?
"good game well played"
Its a internet slang
Uninstalling trucallrr seems to work. But I think it should work with any uninstall. Can someone try and report? I mean just uninstall any application and try google play store download.
For the record, reinstalling trucallrr doesn't bring back the problem! Go figure
If u can't download on play store ....try enabling battery saver for a min and then disable it...it should work
Wait, are you telling me that on oxygen os 4 truecaller is installed? Another reason to stay with the beta 10 I guess...
Floydfire said:
Wait, are you telling me that on oxygen os 4 truecaller is installed? Another reason to stay with the beta 10 I guess...
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Haha
No, no one said that
All it was said was, if you have it installed and are having downloading error from play store .. try uninstalling trucallrr.
Nothing fixes the issue, my sim is on roaming, this may be the reason
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candiesdoodle said:
Haha
No, no one said that
All it was said was, if you have it installed and are having downloading error from play store .. try uninstalling trucallrr.
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Alright then, but why someone would install truecaller in the first place? Jk gg wp to all that resolved that issue!
Just fix your permissions on your sdcard, look into my post history, i wrote this several times over the board. The reason why play store cannot download is because the permissions on the sdcard are not set properly. This can happen, when you copy your precious files from your pc on the phone via twrp, as then root will be the group and owner in contrast to the media group.
eikaramba said:
Just fix your permissions on your sdcard, look into my post history, i wrote this several times over the board. The reason why play store cannot download is because the permissions on the sdcard are not set properly. This can happen, when you copy your precious files from your pc on the phone via twrp, as then root will be the group and owner in contrast to the media group.
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I am not rooted
I m also facing the similar issues. Unable to download or update any app. I am also in roaming. Is there any fix for that...
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coolom1983 said:
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You're on roaming, that's why.
Cossack said:
You're on roaming, that's why.
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But data connectivity is proper.. What is relation between roaming and play store app updates...
coolom1983 said:
But data connectivity is proper.. What is relation between roaming and play store app updates...
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It's a nougat bug and Google isn't acknowledging it.
https://productforums.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/nexus/EPdFg2rZ8Mk
Tried everything... Uninstalled true caller.... Cleared data and cache.... Checked permissions.. But nothing seems to work?... Not even on Roaming
Plz help
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+1
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Can I trick an app into thinking i gave her premissions? (no root)

I have an app which asks for permission to my contacts in order to start. (She is installed but won't work until ill give her the permission for my contacts).
Is there any way to make her think she has Permissions to my contacts without giving her?
Or to hide the real contacts so she won't be able to see them?
I looked around and saw Xprivacy but I have no root so is there any other option?
Thank You
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Lautta17 said:
U tried Lucky patcher? I dont know if still works, was long ago when i used, but u can try... sorry my eng!
Edit: with this app I think that u can edit permissions of apps, but there's not guarantee that works correctly
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That app is a big no-no here on xda, so i suggest you edit your post and remove it.
Can you provide more details, like your device and your android version? Xprivacy works up to marshmallow, if you're on Nougat you can try xposed extension protect my privacy, but i think it requires root too.
Since your have xposed installed, why don't you install root? I'm assuming you have a custom recovery to flash xposed so root should not be an issue.
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ticktock666 said:
That app is a big no-no here on xda, so i suggest you edit your post and remove it.
Can you provide more details, like your device and your android version? Xprivacy works up to marshmallow, if you're on Nougat you can try xposed extension protect my privacy, but i think it requires root too.
Since your have xposed installed, why don't you install root? I'm assuming you have a custom recovery to flash xposed so root should not be an issue.
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Hi,
I don't have exposed install.
I'm using a note 8, android 7.1.1.
Thanks
ticktock666 said:
That app is a big no-no here on xda, so i suggest you edit your post and remove it.
Can you provide more details, like your device and your android version? Xprivacy works up to marshmallow, if you're on Nougat you can try xposed extension protect my privacy, but i think it requires root too.
Since your have xposed installed, why don't you install root? I'm assuming you have a custom recovery to flash xposed so root should not be an issue.
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Sorry, didnt know it, why?
naimdor said:
Hi,
I don't have exposed install.
I'm using a note 8, android 7.1.1.
Thanks
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Sorry, but I've seen your post in the xposed general forums, so i assumed you were looking for a n xposed related solution.
I do remember an app that used to decompile and recompile apks while removing permission requirement, but that was old and i can not remember the exact name, maybe try an app that gives you access to appOps on your rom to control access from there?
Lautta17 said:
Sorry, didnt know it, why?
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That app is considered warez/promotes cracking other apps, so it's against xda rules

Galaxy Notes on M21

Hey all!
The only reason I changed to Samsung M21 was my need to read notes on my phone I wrote in Samsung Notes on other device (Samsung Galaxy Tab S4). And I was very surprised and disappointed, when I reallized they don't allow to update Samsung Notes app on M21 to the latest version. Now it's 3.* on M21 and 4.* on Tab S4, so it even doesn't show me my notes. It is funny, but cheaper A20 has 4.* version. It returns with error if I try to install latest .apk of the app, Galaxy Store shows only 3.*.
Are here any solutions? Maybe, some custom ROM or kinda forced installing?
Probably because M21 has One UI Core. Sadly, there's nothing you can do about it if you're not rooted.
Thank you for the answer, Fredin_. It is no problem to root the phone, isn't it? My previous phones were rooted, so I had a little experience. Could you please tell more about solutions after I do it.
Shikaroy said:
Thank you for the answer, Fredin_. It is no problem to root the phone, isn't it? My previous phones were rooted, so I had a little experience. Could you please tell more about solutions after I do it.
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It shouldn't be a big deal, nothing is broken for me and banking apps work after hiding the magisk app, using magisk hide and passing safetynet, though I did come across one app that refused to work.
You need to disable signature verification somehow (the easiest way would be to use luckypatcher) and install the apk using Split APK Installer using the root method. If that doesn't work, you can try installing the app as a system app, most apps should work with either of these methods.
But if you are happy with android 10, then an even better alternative would be to use Totsuka OS. It's a OneUI port, so you can just install stuff from the galaxy store or playstore.
Fredin_ said:
It shouldn't be a big deal, nothing is broken for me and banking apps work after hiding the magisk app, using magisk hide and passing safetynet, though I did come across one app that refused to work.
You need to disable signature verification somehow (the easiest way would be to use luckypatcher) and install the apk using Split APK Installer using the root method. If that doesn't work, you can try installing the app as a system app, most apps should work with either of these methods.
But if you are happy with android 10, then an even better alternative would be to use Totsuka OS. It's a OneUI port, so you can just install stuff from the galaxy store or playstore.
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Thank you very much! I just was going to buy A51 for that app. I don't event know difference between Android 10 and 11, so will read more and make the choice at this weekend. Wish me luck and TY again
Shikaroy said:
Thank you very much! I just was going to buy A51 for that app. I don't event know difference between Android 10 and 11, so will read more and make the choice at this weekend. Wish me luck and TY again
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Yeah, then Totsuka will be good for you, pretty much bugless. Don't forget to flash the keystore fix after flashing it tho.
Good luck.
Fredin_ said:
Yeah, then Totsuka will be good for you, pretty much bugless. Don't forget to flash the keystore fix after flashing it tho.
Good luck.
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Sorry, the problem solved
Shikaroy said:
Sorry, the problem solved
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Nice
Ditch SNotes now or it will bite you even harder. Samsung is notorious for lack of legacy support with this apk, as I know all too well. Cut&pasted more of these notes than I care to remember to salvage them
I use ColorNote now. You can hyperlink directly from them so you can use it for saving bookmarks too. It will store backups on a SD card and you can export backups to the PC.
This app it's self doesn't need internet connection to function... in fact I always block it with Karma Firewall.
Save an installable copy of it if you decide to use it... never trust Playstore.

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