I have simple question, I'm sure other people want to know the answer too but have different reasons why they don't so I'll ask
Is it possible to activate any of these two functions on Nougat? That's all I want to ask.
And I really appreciate the work Norbarb has been doing, without him I doubt most of us would be running Nougat.
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...ttings-tile-toggle-on-samsung-galaxy-devices/
This how you enable the Mobile Data Toggle, it's available but hidden follow these steps and you'll be good to go.
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Hey folks!
I followed the instructions posted by allcaps33 at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53549710 to get provisioning disabled, and the native hotspot app is working for me now! I just wanted to confirm if this was an operation similar to running Wifi Tether Router on an unlocked/rooted device (I had an S2Sky prior that I tethered off of regularly). I've got one of those too-rare Unlimited Data plans and am traveling cross-country, made possible by being able to tether my laptop to my phone to work. Just wanting to confirm that this was relatively as secure as using the Wifi Tether Router on my S2Sky. On a semi-related note, that app doesn't seem to want to run properly on my S5; when I click Enable Router it turns on the Wifi, which immediately connects to the house's wired router. It still broadcasts but doesn't send data, and it's hit or miss if a device can even connect to it from there.
Next question - I'm used to flashing a CM ROM within the first couple days of getting a new phone, which doesn't seem feasible just yet with the S5 (from what I can tell anyway; I'm not used to having a current-gen device). I've heard about the myriad evils of OTA updates, and was hoping to get help on how to disable them. I would like to avoid my device upgrading to a point where my above-stated desired functionality is disabled. Ideally, I'd like to get rid of the various bloatware apps as well, though am not sure how to go about that.
I appreciate your time and support, and thanks for being a community that's always been there for me as I derp along with my fancy internet boxes!
Hi!
The absolute easiest way is to use Rom Toolbox. I have the pro version, but I believe it's available in the lite version as well.
Download and open up RTB.
Tap on "App Manager"
Then scroll down until you see "AT&T Software Update"
Tap on it.
A popup will display. Swipe from right to left, and you will be on the "Advanced" tab.
Scroll down and tap on "Advanced Freeze."
You will come to a screen which shows you the Activities, Recievers, Services, and Providers. Tap on EACH box/line. This will Disable OTA services.
We're not done yet!
Go back to the App Manager screen again, and repeat the process for an app called "LocalFOTA"
Finished!
I also Disable most of the bloatware and Knox this way.
Have fun!
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Now for the hard part...
Yes this can be as secure as the other the tether. Ensure you use and change the password service with the app.
As for the tether turning your wifi on, it is supposed to do that. The best way to get this to work is to turn the tether on and off (then on again). If this does not work, try emptying the data/cache for the built-in tether app. And start from scratch.
allcaps33 said:
I also Disable most of the bloatware and Knox this way.
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KNOX - What is it? I'm under the impression it's some sort of security for the phone, to protect from malicious activity that you might not be aware of, but also that it'll "tattle" on you if you mod your phone in a way AT&T doesn't approve.
Knox is two things.
1) It is a security container for apps. It works as both a license/drm type software for Samsung official apps.
And
2) Android contains a root environment at all times. This is what makes SU possible. It used to be quite easy to invoke Android system calls as root.
Root is actually separate from super user. Knox, like SEPolicy, helps dev companies detect, halt, and/or hinder apps, not su itself, but apps that that use these root system calls.
Be wise, even though Knox itself does not "report" these types of actions, it still logs them. And there are other apps that can read these logs and send out these reports. I should say (and I'm only guessing) that only work/company issued phones are setup like this. Not your personal phone.
In fact, our phones actually contain a file which logs all root system calls. It has nothing to do with Knox but, I believe this binary is what hinders us open devs, but makes it easy for Samsung and AT&T to restore/repair our phones.
For more info on Knox:
https://www.samsungknox.com/en/partners/app-developers
Hey guys I was looking around the store and only found a tasker for 3.63USD that seems to do this (althought it required another side app and it says on the description it might not work)
So I was wondering if you know of any app that can allow me to toggle specifically data mobile connection among other system function as bluetooth, wifi etc.
I used to use Macrodroid for this functions but since now I am required to root my phone for that and since I don't want to mess with a new nexus 5x I am stuck without finding a solution for this .
thanks in advance.
Hello,
I am new to Zui.
I look everywhere but didn't find a way to control (permit or deny) internet access to each individual app, like it's possible with CM13/14 or MIUI.
It's possible to define access to Wifi and/or Cellular separately?
There is a way? If yes where is that option?
I have a Zuk Z2 with Zui 2.3 CN ST.
If Zui 2.3 doesn't have does Zui 2.5?
Sorry for the noob question.
Thanks in advance.
Yes there is.
Go to settings / Cellular networks / Data usage and go to 'Restricted apps'.
There you can allow or deny mobile date and wifi.
Thanks a lot.
Trying to figure all the settings before switching phones.
I didn't have a sim card installed so that option was disabled.
Hello! I'd like your advice on the best way to accomplish the following:
Toggle GPS on "full" when not connected to WiFi and when plugged in
Toggle GPS to "power saving" when WiFi connects (or, ideally, when location remains static for >5 min, but that's neither here nor there)
My android version is 6.01, and my device is rooted, but it is a systemless root, which I gather is why I can't enable any of the root options in Tasker (or its associated plugins). I'd like to keep my root "systemless" if at all possible, so as not to disable Samsung Pay, but if that's not realistic, please let me know.
I am fairly computer savvy, and have been modding phones for 15+ years, but I got "out of the game" several years ago when family life took over. I'm fairly comfortable using Tasker, but have no experience using any of the root options on it, as this is my first time on the merry-go-round with a rooted device. That all being said, throw all your best options at me, but if it's a complicated option please give me a few extra points in the right direction. Thanks!
Appreciate the help!!
digitaldarling said:
Hello! I'd like your advice on the best way to accomplish the following:
Toggle GPS on "full" when not connected to WiFi and when plugged in
Toggle GPS to "power saving" when WiFi connects (or, ideally, when location remains static for >5 min, but that's neither here nor there)
My android version is 6.01, and my device is rooted, but it is a systemless root, which I gather is why I can't enable any of the root options in Tasker (or its associated plugins). I'd like to keep my root "systemless" if at all possible, so as not to disable Samsung Pay, but if that's not realistic, please let me know.
I am fairly computer savvy, and have been modding phones for 15+ years, but I got "out of the game" several years ago when family life took over. I'm fairly comfortable using Tasker, but have no experience using any of the root options on it, as this is my first time on the merry-go-round with a rooted device. That all being said, throw all your best options at me, but if it's a complicated option please give me a few extra points in the right direction. Thanks!
Appreciate the help!!
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You'll use settings put secure location_providers_allowed.
Is it possible to turn off GPS using tasker without other plugin?
On a rooted phone, it may be possible to change GPS using "Run Shell" action with the "Use Root" option, similar to what taisto commented.
http://www.notenoughtech.com/tasker/tasker-run-shell-commands/
http://stackoverflow.com/questions/...allowed-using-adb-shell-settings-put/37819652
I think it's also possible to do that sort of thing without root using the following link, although adb on a computer is needed. It looks like there are comments here about "secure location_mode" also being used to change GPS, but that doesn't seem to show up on my phone.
https://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/4zsi0e/project_share_toggle_settings_eg_location_mobile/
I just use the Secure Settings app. AutoTools Secure Settings is another app option, which is apparently based around the prior link.
https://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/506emf/deveasy_mode_toggle_settings_eg_location_mobile/
High accuracy
settings put secure location_providers_allowed +gps
No gps
settings put secure location_providers_allowed -gps
Battery savings
settings put secure location_providers_allowed +network
Make sure you toggle root
I'm considering upgrading my S10+ to the S21 Ultra. Before I do I need to know if editing the APN settings will work the same, or are there other factors I need to be aware of.
Hotspotting is my primary way of connecting to the net, and has been for the past 10+ years. If I can't continue to connect in this way with the Ultra, what phones will work?
Yes I'm aware of PDAnet, it will not work for my use scenario. I must hotspot through the phone natively. I use in the range of 60 - 100gb each month. I'm on a grandfathered true unlimited plan.
Screen shots of the APN settings would be greatly appreciated, if applicable.
You can go directly to the hotspotting app if you know what you're doing.
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You can go directly to the hotspotting app if you know what you're doing.
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Would you care to explain? I've used the native hotspot for years.
Can you provide any more information?
I can't tell if you are asking if hotspot works as intended on a stock sprint/tmobile phone? Like paying for the hotspot feature?
It's unclear what your grandfathered plan provides. Does that include unlimited hot spot?
Or are you asking if you can manually configure the APN to override how hotspot works, so you can use it without paying for the hotspot feature, assuming it's not included in your plan?
Are you just asking if you can edit the APN settings at all?
There is just too much uncertainty about what you are asking.
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Can you provide any more information?
I can't tell if you are asking if hotspot works as intended on a stock sprint/tmobile phone? Like paying for the hotspot feature?
It's unclear what your grandfathered plan provides. Does that include unlimited hot spot?
Or are you asking if you can manually configure the APN to override how hotspot works, so you can use it without paying for the hotspot feature, assuming it's not included in your plan?
Are you just asking if you can edit the APN settings at all?
There is just too much uncertainty about what you are asking.
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I do not have hotspot on my plan.
In order to use hotspot currently, a new APN entry is created adding "dun“ to a field, allowing hotspot to be activated without having a plan.
Here is a thread that explains the current method on older phones:
Sprint Hotspot Hack w/ Android 10
I lost my hotspot hack when I updated my Sprint S10 to Android 10 like everyone else but I just found a fix! It works on my S10 so I’m guessing it’ll work the same for S10+ users. ##3282# then APN Settings (The left clicking to unlock editing...
forum.xda-developers.com
Anyone?
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Anyone?
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This forum wants to keep this "hack" on the down low.
All I will tell you is that you need to use some shortcut app that'll punch you through straight to the hotspotting app. This way, the carrier check is avoided.
Also, you MAY need to use a VPN because desktop traffic can become obvious.
An alternative is to VPN/tunnel into your home computer via Wireguard or some other software like ZeroTier or Tailscale.
nixnixnixnix4 said:
This forum wants to keep this "hack" on the down low.
All I will tell you is that you need to use some shortcut app that'll punch you through straight to the hotspotting app. This way, the carrier check is avoided.
Also, you MAY need to use a VPN because desktop traffic can become obvious.
An alternative is to VPN/tunnel into your home computer via Wireguard or some other software like ZeroTier or Tailscale.
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I'm going to try to be vague with this reply. You're saying a MAKER of shortcut app will be needed to get into the functionality of LTE.
Wouldn't the ##data# menu work also? That's what I do now. And by doing so it doesn't show as tethered data used when I check my usage.
You just need to find a way to open the hotspot app directly.
Shortcut apps like this help: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=rk.android.app.shortcutmaker&hl=en_US&gl=US
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You just need to find a way to open the hotspot app directly.
Shortcut apps like this help: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=rk.android.app.shortcutmaker&hl=en_US&gl=US
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I can already toggle the HS app natively.
I'm not sure we are on the same page.
So I guess getting any help or answers is pointless?
FYI: On Android 12 for Samsung you can add a new APN under Access Point Names without jumping thru hoops. Just tap on add new APN (make sure to copy everything from original APN) and add dun to the apn type field. Save the update and now you have free Hotspot (data counts against your main data bucket).
What about those who already have a restricted hotspot in their plan (high speed hotspot for first 500 MB, then switches to super-slow mode until reset the next billing cycle)?
Would adding a new APN result in unlimited hotspot? I can't tell if those with limited hotspot already enabled, would see any benefit to adding a new APN, or if it would even work?