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Great apps for Optimus Black

I made a list of apps that I like and find very useful
Customization:
LauncherPro (if you don't like LG's UI Overlay and want a smooth homescreen,comes with widgets and wallpapers.)
http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/9170/20110709161334.png
GOTO Lockscreen (If you want a cool looking lockscreen)
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/7726/20110711165352.png
Useful apps:
Wireless Tether [root] (You can use your 3G network for your PC)
Memory Booster (Kill running applications and save battery)
Speedtest (See how good your internet connection is)
SuperBox (App installer, App uninstaller, Move app to SD card, Clear Cache etc..)
Sound Hound (If you hear a song on the radio and wanna know what that song is? use this app to find out)
AdFree[root] (get rid of annoying advertisements)
4Shared (Install Apps that's not free, also has alot of apps that isn't in the market, remember to search .apk)
Games:
Mystique. Chapter 1 (Scary Saw/Amnesia kinda game)
Pocket Legends (MMO Game, very good if you're bored)
Snowboard
Contract Killer (Use guns to shoot mafia bosses from roofs)
Battle Bears (Very funny/cute? killing game)
Happy Vikings (Collect falling objects and stack them in 3 or more)
Glow Hocky (Funny game which you can play with your friends)
Turbofly 3D (futuristic racing game)
Download full 3D games here: http://mobileplanet-waryam.blogspot.com/2011/05/31-full-android-hd-gamessdcard-files.html (some come with game data, others you will have to download the data with WiFi)
Do you have any other apps? post them here | Please remember to press the thank button if you liked one of these apps

try picsay pro...best picture eiditor..
adw ex is better then launcher pro..i guess..
ttorrent to download torrents...
system panel..
rock player to play many types of video.u can even play .mkv files(480p)..
and opera mobile browser which supports flash player is last but not least...

Hmm here the list of my apps:
- adw launcher ex
- widgetlocker
- minimalistic text
- smart keyboard
- twitdryoid
- im+
- tapatalk
- audioguru
- switchpro widget
- norton utilities
- astro
- whatsapp
- photobucket
- snapbucket
- appbrain
- camera360
- google+
- etc
Some root level apps:
- shoot me
- chainfire3d
- market enabler
- root explorer
- terminal
- autostarts
- anreboot
- busybox
- titanium backup
Sent from my LG-P970 using Tapatalk

lesp4ul said:
Some root level apps:
- shoot me
- chainfire3d
- market enabler
- root explorer
- terminal
- autostarts
- anreboot
- busybox
- titanium backup
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You don't have to use Shoot Me, press the home and power button to take a screen shot

PowerAmp is a must have for better sound. It sounds amazing.

OP, isn't Wireless tether sort of redundant since we already have portable hotspot available on the phone already?

rimatox said:
You don't have to use Shoot Me, press the home and power button to take a screen shot
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Yeah I know, I liked shoot me because it fun to use shake feature to capture. Hahaa!
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thanks for the info

would someone please provide link to download memory booster (full version) and Pro Amp for free???
Thx before...

deadcaster said:
would someone please provide link to download memory booster (full version) and Pro Amp for free???
Thx before...
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Go 4shared server,type the 'names'.apk

Some of mines.
3G Watchdog
Battery Dr to Save battery
Camera360
ConnectBot
Dolphin HD
NewsRob
picplz
pulWifi
Root Call Blocker
Super Manager
WiFi Manager

I've got something to ask, which battery saver application is the best? I'm using android booster, memory booster, battery widget, task killer advance, ADW Launcher EX and juice defender ultimate... I'm afraid this is too much, so I decide to uninstall some...

Here are 2 useful apps I recommend:
Samba Filesharing - easily access the device over wifi as a Windows shared folder (much faster than FTP)
Jota Text Editor - good text editor with monospace font and automatical charset recognition (displays e.g. Windows texts with German umlauts correctly)
(As a new user, I'm not allowed to post links, so you have to google yourself.)
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deadcaster said:
I've got something to ask, which battery saver application is the best? I'm using android booster, memory booster, battery widget, task killer advance, ADW Launcher EX and juice defender ultimate... I'm afraid this is too much, so I decide to uninstall some...
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Are you really using all these apps simultaneously? I'm only using the free version of Juice Defender with the 'Balanced' setting which makes the phone go online every 15 minutes to let the apps sync their data in the standby mode. This reduces the battery consumption for wifi from 32% to ~6% which gives at least 25% more battery life. Nevertheless, I have to charge the battery each day, but at least it gives me a bit of extra time to get through the day.

I only use:
Alarmdroid
Blacklist Pro
Facebook
Millennium
Root Explorer

Does widget locker consumes considerable amount of battery? and chainfire3d fullyworking?

Security: I bought both wavesecure and juicedefender plus, and installed where's my droid for times when I forget where I left my phone
Launcher: Go Launcher Ex. It's idiot-proof.
The usual: titanium backup, astro, autokiller, dolphin browser HD
twitter: twicca
facebook: friendcast. facebook android takes forever to load.
integrated chatting app: imo messenger
I also installed jango (music streaming), pulse (news feed), bought smart keyboard pro (cos I liked it and didn't like the popups for the trial version, though that was the only difference between trial and pro), jorte (organiser) and the google navigation app (modified, because nav is not available in my area).

Which is the best explorer for android thru which i can send multiple files thru bluetooth
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The Ones 1 Use...
1. Launcher: the stock LG HOME launcher: because i find the HOME pretty decent. it has the "G" sensor working and i also love the stock widgets.
2. MUSIC:i use the LG Stock Music Player because of the widget, dolby digital equalizer, lock screen pull down control and the notification control . additionally i use UBER MUSIC (with the metro skin and clear widgets skin becasue i like the seamless fluidity of the app and the skin)
3. GAME: only two games: a) BLOOD & GLORY-for serious gaming b) PEGGLE -for casual time pass
5. BROWSER: the stock browser because of the best flash integration.
4. OTHER APPS: set cpu, root explorer, Simple Task Manager, Ambient Time LWP.
is there any other "must have" app that i am missing???

achyut said:
is there any other "must have" app that i am missing???
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Titanium Backup ?

denclaud said:
Does widget locker consumes considerable amount of battery? and chainfire3d fullyworking?
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I don't have any issues with Chainfire3d, I use it to play Nvidia games and such.

[APPS] List of amazing apps

Amazing Apps for the Xperia Z​
A list of must-try applications​
Hi guys, I've been trying out a lot of apps lately and I was surprised by the number of apps that go unnoticed when you're browsing the Play Store.
These may not be the most recent apps, but they're just apps that I think everyone should experience at least once.
None of these apps are specifically made for the Z, but they work well with it.
Anyway, I've put together a list of apps and a short description for them. Screenshots used are of my own phone.
I hope you like the suggestions, do give these apps a try.
Apps in this list may require -ROOT-.
This list contains -PAID- applications. (Please try the free versions of such app before purchasing)
Some apps run on the -XPOSED- framework.
All links to apps are to Play Store or XDA Thread.​
App Settings:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDAThread​
Ever change the phone's dpi and find out that some apps just don't look right? (Hint: Phone dialer on Xperia Z)
Well, now that's no longer a problem because you can keep different dpi for different apps. The App Settings Xposed module lets you set per app dpi & font size.​
Camera FV-5:
|-PAID-|
Download from Play Store​
When it comes to taking pictures, some people just want a camera that adjusts it's settings automatically. But if you're one of those peoples who likes DSLRs where you can adjust various parameters to get the "perfect shot", this is the app for you!
Camera FV-5 can also produce photos in PNG format, thus preserving high quality of pictures. Multiple focus modes, Shutter speed adjustment, Exposure adjustment, and the list goes on. Hands down the best professional camera app ever!​
Delayed Lock:
|-ROOT-|-PAID-|
Download from Play Store​
The main drawback of having a lockscreen pattern is that you have to enter it each time you want to unlock the device, even if it is only a few seconds after screen off. If you set a lock delay in settings, say 2 minutes after screen off, your phone will unlock right away. No slide lockscreen. The solution for this is to use Delayed Lock. Aside from the mentioned feature, it also has other useful plugins for WiFi based unlock, location based unlock, etc.​
DroidCam:
Download from Play Store​
Webcams suck because most of them have really bad picture quality. Wouldn't it be awesome if your phone's camera could work as a webcam?
Well, here's your solution. DroidCam can connect to your phone in multiple ways and stream video from your phone's camera to your PC.
You need to install software on your PC too. It is compatible with Windows and Linux.​
GMDGesture Control:
|-ROOT-|-PAID-|
Download from Play Store​
Having a 5 inch screen, I thought it would be awesome to be able to perform multitouch gestures to navigate between activities and control various device features.
GMD gesture Control proved to be exactly what I was looking for.
With a great levels of customization and an extensive feature set, this app is probably the best gesture control app you'll ever come across.
(Tip: In advanced settings, set Override touch events parser to: ICS_DEFAULT)​
Greenify:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from Play Store​
The worst part of having a ton of apps is that they drain battery even when you aren't using them.
Well, with Greenify, you pretty much ensure that applications that you don't need running in the background will be hibernated when you aren't using them!
It's very simple to use & very low on resources.​
History Eraser:
Download from Play Store​
If you're like me, then you hate having any sort of history on your device. History Eraser erases history from apps like the browser, play store, call logs, etc. at the touch of a button.
It also has a handy 1x1 widget for this.​
Icon Themer:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDA Thread​
This Xposed module can change system icons. The beauty of it is that it can be used for all launchers.
Everytime a resource is requested, it responds with the corresponding resource that the theme redirects to.​
Lockscreen Policy:
Download from Play Store​
One feature I hate in 4.2.x is that the camera is accessible over the lockscreen. I have also noticed a number of people who do not like the idea of having widgets on the lockscreen. Lockscreen Policy allows you to disable lockscreen widgets and/or camera.​
MoDaCo Toolkit:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDA Thread​
This handy set of tweaks runs on the Xposed framework.
Good for ROM customization. ​
SD Maid:
|-ROOT-|
Download from Play Store​
SD Maid can clear up unnecessary data from your phone. No more do you need to worry about apps leaving behind traces of data after uninstall.
It also has useful features like Corpsefinder, which finds traces of uninstalled apps and Duplicates, which finds duplicate copies of files which can help you save space.​
Sidebar Pro:
|-PAID-|
Download from Play Store​
An amazing app that puts a sidebar on the phone which can hold app shortcuts and/or a list of open apps.
It is an overlay on the screen and doesn't interfere with functioning of other applications.
A must have for multitaskers!​
SoftkeyZ:
|-ROOT-|-PAID-|
Download from Play Store​
Easily change your Navbar's softkeys with this app.
Occasionally causes problems, but if you're an experienced user, you will have no problems fixing it.​
Startup Manager:
|-ROOT-|
Download from Play Store​
A great app to manage startup of applications. Many apps launch on boot that considerably slow down the phone. Not only that, but they also end up draining battery if they are not killed.
Startup manager lets you decide what apps will launch on boot. It can also control startup of system applications.​
Trickster Mod:
|-ROOT-|
Download from Play Store​
Trickster MOD is a nice, easy-to-use tweaker. It may not have a ton of options, but it does have the most useful ones and the ones that really matter.
It also has these "tools" that help you change your device's hostname, trigger the media scanner and connect through ADB over WiFi.​
Wakelock Detector:
Download from Play Store​
I was huge fan of Better Battery Stats, but of late, I've been having problems with it. I was searching for a good replacement, which is when I came across this app.
A humble app that shows you a list of wakelocks. Does the job well and does not consume additional resources.​
XBackground:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDA Thread​
An Xposed module that can change the background for the Xposed Installer app as well as the background of the notification bar.
Needs a reboot to take effect.​
Xposed Installer:
|-ROOT-|
Download from XDA Thread​
The Xposed Installer installs the Xopsed framework and helps to manage Xposed modules.
This framework is compatible accross most ROMs. An absolute must for people who love customizing their phones.​
Xposed Tweakbox:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDA Thread​
Another Xposed module for small tweaks and customizations.
The CRT animation is particularly interesting. ​
XThemeEngine:
|-ROOT-|-XPOSED-|
Download from XDA Thread​
Ever wanted to use CM themes on a non-CM ROM? More specifically, have you ever wanted T-Mobile Theme Engine themes on a ROM that doesn't have the T-Mobile Theme Engine built in?
Well, this is the answer. XThemeEngine does exactly that. The drawback though is that it's limited in it's scope and not everything works perfectly (The project is still in beta). Also, themes need to be ported and cannot be directly used as is.​
Zooper Widget:
Download from Play Store​
Don't you love an app that lets you create your own widgets? Zooper Widget allows you to create highly customizable widgets.
It's quite light on resources too.​
I hope this post was informative.
Took me quite a while to put this together, and it's not really what I usually do, but I thought I'd put in the effort anyway. ​
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Thanks for the list, can I suggest six axis tool I find it really handy for gaming if you have a spare ps3 remote
Sent from the beast!

MattJaO3D said:
Thanks for the list, can I suggest six axis tool I find it really handy for gaming if you have a spare ps3 remote
Sent from the beast!
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I don't own a PS3 (PCGamer ), so I have never used the app. I will however add it to the list later.
I wonder if it will work with my Xbox 360 Wired Controller for Windows. Some games do support the Xbox controller without having to modify anything.
I'll test it out tomorrow when I get back home.

Wowww amazing apps jajaja, para ésto hay un subforo no?
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium

Thanks for the list

domaco xposed app only works for deodexed roms/AOSP based?
im currently on stock,locked but no changes has been seen.. or should i reboot?

I bit the bullet and bought camera fv I'm a sucker for pics and I'm well glad I did not only does it give a million options but you can set the hardware control's ie volume control to take pics
Sent from the beast!

So i installed the Exposed Installer and now my battery is messed up. My z was on discharging 19% left and when i connected to pc....immediately raised upto 45%, 10 mins later the phone died. Any ideas?

Aresmar said:
Thanks for the list
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You're welcome.
leongzxc said:
domaco xposed app only works for deodexed roms/AOSP based?
im currently on stock,locked but no changes has been seen.. or should i reboot?
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Nope, I'm on an odexed stock ROM. Some tweaks may not work, some might. All of them need a reboot to take effect & also ensure that you enabled the module in Xposed.
MattJaO3D said:
I bit the bullet and bought camera fv I'm a sucker for pics and I'm well glad I did not only does it give a million options but you can set the hardware control's ie volume control to take pics
Sent from the beast!
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Yes. I'm just back from a vacation to a beautiful hill station. I was grateful for that amazing app!
handsup1 said:
So i installed the Exposed Installer and now my battery is messed up. My z was on discharging 19% left and when i connected to pc....immediately raised upto 45%, 10 mins later the phone died. Any ideas?
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This is most likely not related to Xposed framework.
Try and do a full charge to 100% and see if it's just a random problem.

Note 4 must have tweaks? Add yours here

I'm new to the "note" line, coming from a regular galaxy s3. I thought it might help me and others to post what others might consider must have tweaks. I know I have found a couple by mistake that pretty awesome.
Xposed framework. (A tweak that allows you to add other tweaks from different repositories)
Network speed indicator for xposed. (Adds data speed indicators in status bar)
Wanam for xposed. (Many system tweaks)
YouTube adaway for xposed. (Pretty obvious)
Now you guys add some more below [emoji106]

Whitepages caller id.

5x5 Launcher.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-sprint/themes-apps/4x5-touchwiz-home-t2910243
Should have been this way from the beginning.
Other than that, ES File explorer, or any root explorer, and start deleting stuff.

Where to begin lol . .
Nova launcher prime to get half grid placement, no padding for widgets and full control over grid size.
Adaway
Titanium Backup to disable things
Greenify
Switchr for quick recent application switching keeps me from being irritated with the recents list lag LOL
Xposed module Amplify to reduce wakelocks
Xposed module BootManager to control what starts up on boot
Xposed module Complete Action Plus and Custom Share to take control of actions and share options
Xposed module NoSafeVolumeWarning to get rid of the stinkin safe volume nag screen
Xposed module YouTube Adaway
Xposed Module Wanam Xposed
GMD gesture control to add custom gestures
Probably one of my favorite mods is GMD Gesture Control which I fell in love with on my Note Pro 12.2 and have now set up identically on my Note 4. With it I have set up some great gestures like 3-finger down for Back, 4 finger tap and hold for Alt-Tab, 4 finger pinch for Home, 4 finger swipes left/right to change previous/next apps, 4 fingers swipe down for menu, 3 finger double tap for my texting app, 3 finger hold for my music app . . etc. etc. practically endless possibilities.

Awesome guys! I hope this becomes an awesome thread!

Blurred system UI is a huge must for me.
Greenify
App Settings( to change dpi, apps look better smaller)
wanam

Noise Recuction
It would be nice to be able to set the noise reduction feature independently for the phone and any Bluetooth headset/speaker phone. As it is, it is either on or off regardless of whether you're using a the phone alone or with a Bluetooth device. I would like to keep the noise reduction always on while using just the phone and always off when using Bluetooth.
--Burbank Jim

Zedge for wallpapers, ring tones, notifications.
http://t.zedge.net/

Just having the note is good enough for me
Sent from my SM-N910T using XDA Free mobile app

jamal717 said:
Just having the note is good enough for me
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I'll bet yer' fun at parties...

hellcatrydr said:
I'll bet yer' fun at parties...
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I'll bet yer a keeper for a tenant =

I really like the 3D next launcher. Also, DK 3.0 for my ROM. He has lots of treaks built into the ROM. Viper 4 Android is awesome for sound mods. If you all have any questions about any of the above listed mods feel free to ask or PM me. Cheers

I'd like a dark themed Note. Also to keep the cool screen animations on the lock screen even with live wallpaper. Also aosp whenever it hits.

I also forgot to mention GPE 3.0 theme for DK 3.0. Really nice stuff.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2929152
Has inverted apps that work well. I'm using the service tray and the Sammy keyboard. Works well with the new firmware download for tmobile note 4.

hellcatrydr said:
I'll bet yer' fun at parties...
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hellcatrydrstevew said:
I'll bet yer a keeper for a tenant
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Nice screen name...
This is the fastest I have ever attracted a stalker. ...not counting police of course.

jamal717 said:
Just having the note is good enough for me
Sent from my SM-N910T using XDA Free mobile app
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I agree. It's an awesome phone. Mine is running FireKatN4 ROM. I also have the inverted apps running, wanam exposed, and a few exposed modules. I love this phone.
From Dante's Inferno via XDA Premium HD

Are you rooted and why?

Just as the title says I'm just asking those of you who are rooted and a quick brief explanation of why? Even those not rooted I would also encourage to Express your reasonings.
Personally I'm not rooted right now because I don't have TWRP and Google pay is iffy at the moment but I would love to root for substratum, adaway, and Viper sound mods.
Thanks guys.

Google Pay works with a simple fix in Termux app - no issues with it unless you use EdXposed.
I'm rooted for modding, theming, ability to install custom kernel, Button Mapper capabilities, Swift Backup, ability to fix device ambient EQ, ability to mod Active Edge, ability to use Lawnchair with QuickStep recents. mod accent colors to cool neon colors, iYTPB YouTube mod.. Substratum (not using currently but will be soon), ability to hide navbar.. the list goes on.
I'm rooted because this is a Google device with open source code and active development so modding and customizing my device is easy, fun, and I am able to see the changes being made without the blind guesswork and hackery involved in trying to develop for so many half-baked source release devices.

rooted so I can use;
- AdAway
- ViPER4Android
- EdXposed
As previously mentioned, Gpay is working fine.
And you don't "need" TWRP to root the P4XL.

sharpz811 said:
Just as the title says I'm just asking those of you who are rooted and a quick brief explanation of why? Even those not rooted I would also encourage to Express your reasonings.
Personally I'm not rooted right now because I don't have TWRP and Google pay is iffy at the moment but I would love to root for substratum, adaway, and Viper sound mods.
Thanks guys.
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wrongway213 said:
Google Pay works with a simple fix in Termux app - no issues with it unless you use EdXposed.
I'm rooted for modding, theming, ability to install custom kernel, Button Mapper capabilities, Swift Backup, ability to fix device ambient EQ, ability to mod Active Edge, ability to use Lawnchair with QuickStep recents. mod accent colors to cool neon colors, iYTPB YouTube mod.. Substratum (not using currently but will be soon), ability to hide navbar.. the list goes on.
I'm rooted because this is a Google device with open source code and active development so modding and customizing my device is easy, fun, and I am able to see the changes being made without the blind guesswork and hackery involved in trying to develop for so many half-baked source release devices.
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Thanks for your input guys but I'm a little confused through googling I see a magisk module that supposedly does all the necessary scripting in the background and then like mentioned here I see manually editing via termux. So I'm just wondering what is the exact procedure or is there a thread I can't seem to find with the exact instructions?

sharpz811 said:
Thanks for your input guys but I'm a little confused through googling I see a magisk module that supposedly does all the necessary scripting in the background and then like mentioned here I see manually editing via termux. So I'm just wondering what is the exact procedure or is there a thread I can't seem to find with the exact instructions?
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I recommend this Termux fix, believe spaceman860 from DU is the first I saw using this but could be wrong, copying this from Telegram
Gpay fix v2
1. Install Termux app and open the app
2. Type pkg install sqlite hit enter and let it install.
3. Type su hit enter
4. Copy and paste this then hit enter
am force-stop /data/data/com.google.android.apps.walletnfcrel && chmod 777 /data/data/com.google.android.gms/databases/dg.db && /data/data/com.termux/files/usr/bin/sqlite3 /data/data/com.google.android.gms/databases/dg.db "update main set c='0' where a like '%attest%';" && chmod 444 /data/data/com.google.android.gms/databases/dg.db
5. Reboot

I'm rooted mainly so I can install a custom kernel. I always end up rooting for one small reason or another.

Because i can

Adaway for now.

I root for,
AdAway
YouTube Vanced
Active Edge Mod
Custom Fonts
Themes (Swift Installer and Substratum)
Viper4Android
Centre Clock Mod
Build prop edits (just to change volume steps, really)
Screen recorder with internal audio recording
iOS Emojis
Some Tasker stuff that requires root
Swift Backup
SD Maid Pro

Main feature is custom kernel... It can realy provide a boost

@rickysidhu_ can you give me a link to the screen recording app please?

un9a7y said:
@rickysidhu_ can you give me a link to the screen recording app please?
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.orpheusdroid.screenrecorder

- AdAway
- ViPER4Android
- EX Kernel

Yes, rooted.
Because I use:
Custom Kernels (battery saving)
BlackenedMod (battery saving)
AdAway (no ads!)
YouTube Vanced (YouTube without ads and other cool features!)
Custom Themes (just a better colour palate for OEM colours in styles)
Viper4Android (awesome sound on speakers/earphones)
Centre Clock Mod (purely aesthetic)
TiB (backing up and restoring apps)

I haven't rooted since the first pixel. Haven't needed to. Adguard premium does what I need along with YouTube vanced.
I'll never bother messing with my phones again.
Sent from my Google Pixel 4 XL using XDA Labs

I'm rocking a P3xl, but I rooted for...
Advanced Charging Control module - allows me to control how the battery is charged - (ie lower the max charge to 80% and other things that should increase overall battery life)
Active Edge Mod (mostly standard settings, but can squeeze to take a picture when the camera is open instead of having to press the shutter button on the screen. This really helps when trying to hold the phone with one hand).
Viper4Android
AdAway
YouTube Vanced
ExperimentalX kernel - great kernel and it has high brightness mode (HBM) support too. (Like the Pixel 4 series, the 3a series has a max brightness that is actually lower than the screen is capable of. HBM overrides this and truly maxes the brightness. It really helps when using the phone outside in bright sunlight).
With the Pixel 4 series, I think being able to map the Soli gestures for other things might be very interesting too.

FINGERFACE!!!!!! How can Google release a flagship model with no FP sensor before getting all the banking/security apps to support the Face-unlock API???

They don't call it the bleeding edge for nothing and something had to come first; there would never be support without need and there is no need until someone creates it. Realistically Google has used their power over the ecosystem to require support and it's going to be ubiquitous in the near future. For now, some of us have to bleed a little bit...

krabman said:
They don't call it the bleeding edge for nothing and something had to come first; there would never be support without need and there is no need until someone creates it. Realistically Google has used their power over the ecosystem to require support and it's going to be ubiquitous in the near future. For now, some of us have to bleed a little bit...
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No need to bleed, just root and install EdXposed and Fingerface.

No longer feel the need to root. System is working just fine and I'm using DNS66 from f-Droid with AdAway hosts. It's working absolutely fine without rooting.
Sent from my Google Pixel 4 XL using XDA Labs

What can we do for a overall stock like experience on the phone

Should I wait for rom support or can anyone help me by suggesting an app to make the phone look like stock android

You'll need to wait for custom support.
The only way to make it the more stock possible is to debloat.
Enviado do meu RMX1931 através do Tapatalk

tascommando360 said:
Should I wait for rom support or can anyone help me by suggesting an app to make the phone look like stock android
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Has been said that next ColorOS will have a more stock look. If you are rooted you should freeze contacts, phone, launcher and messages and use Google apps together with a custom launcher, like Nova. It is only a partial solution.
Or there are some magisk module (pixelify) that can turn interface into Google's one, but I don't if they can work on realme too.
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tascommando360 said:
Should I wait for rom support or can anyone help me by suggesting an app to make the phone look like stock android
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Install Lawnchair 2 from store + pixel bridge, uninstall aps that you can and hide rest of them with Lawnchair settings but keep in mind that those will not change settings in visual neither notification bar (slide down). Also you can hide aps like stock calculator and install Google one, same to clock, phone, messaging etc. With Lawnchair a is ezpz to hide apps and do not care about them and everything without root.

MrMD69 said:
Install Lawnchair 2 from store + pixel bridge, uninstall aps that you can and hide rest of them with Lawnchair settings but keep in mind that those will not change settings in visual neither notification bar (slide down). Also you can hide aps like stock calculator and install Google one, same to clock, phone, messaging etc. With Lawnchair a is ezpz to hide apps and do not care about them and everything without root.
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Yesterday evening I have unlocked the BL and rooted my device. After doing it I tried to freeze system apps and install their replacements (messages, contacts, clock and phone replaced with Google apps) and lawnchair and nova.
It surely gives a better experience (more stock) but the battery started to decrease very fast and almost every Google app and launchers appeared in this screen. Now there is only phone, but there where all gapps.
I've never seen any launcher using so much battery life.
P.S. I freezed Google app (highest drain) but custom launcher drain even more than stock one.

asusgarb said:
Yesterday evening I have unlocked the BL and rooted my device. After doing it I tried to freeze system apps and install their replacements (messages, contacts, clock and phone replaced with Google apps) and lawnchair and nova.
It surely gives a better experience (more stock) but the battery started to decrease very fast and almost every Google app and launchers appeared in this screen. Now there is only phone, but there where all gapps.
I've never seen any launcher using so much battery life.
P.S. I freezed Google app (highest drain) but custom launcher drain even more than stock one.
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But why to use lawnchair + nova ? also hmm i think that some system apps like phone messeges could not be locked just hided. Was your google phone app works normaly with stock phone locked and freezed ? Another thing - I'm running Lawnchair + pixel bridge and every time i enter to battery settings and then optimize system propose to close them so i think that probably stock launcher keeps working in background. My phone is not rooted neither unlocked, but i do not see that much of power loss due use of Lawnchair with pixel bridge. In my use daily usage of power per Lawnchair is 21mAh + google service 38mAh.

MrMD69 said:
But why to use lawnchair + nova ? also hmm i think that some system apps like phone messeges could not be locked just hided. Was your google phone app works normaly with stock phone locked and freezed ? Another thing - I'm running Lawnchair + pixel bridge and every time i enter to battery settings and then optimize system propose to close them so i think that probably stock launcher keeps working in background. My phone is not rooted neither unlocked, but i do not see that much of power loss due use of Lawnchair with pixel bridge. In my use daily usage of power per Lawnchair is 21mAh + google service 38mAh.
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I wasn't using Nova and Lawnchair together, but I tried them both separately.
I have always, even in Samsung devices, freezed system app as SMS and phone without problem, and here was the same. But they always were in the battery optimization screen.
One of the reason I rooted the phone was exactly the "double launcher" problem. And freezing stock launcher didn't cause any issue.
To be honest, I don't dislike this stock launcher, but I like pixel icons too much, and with stock launcher can't be changed.
And, no less important, it has too few personalizations.
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Hmm strange, I never freezed system aps. In all my phones before when I was unlocked and rooted I just uninstall them. But with RX2 Pro I can not help cuz until custom ROMs I will not being unlocked neither rooted.

MrMD69 said:
Hmm strange, I never freezed system aps. In all my phones before when I was unlocked and rooted I just uninstall them. But with RX2 Pro I can not help cuz until custom ROMs I will not being unlocked neither rooted.
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I always prefer freezing them instead of uninstalling, because remove them is an irreversible and invasive operation. But everyone choose what he prefers. I also chose tho freeze them on realme because i've read few messages of people who went into bootloop after uninstalling some apps.