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[Q] How to see app permissions and block privs selectively?

Hello! In view of the recent issues with apps sending sms to premium numbers I have decided to further reconsider the priviliges I grant to my apps. So I have to questions:
1. Is there any way (app or site like appbrain) that will allow me to check the permission status of all my installed apps (possibly with filters such as "show me apps that can cost me money or send personal data" and
2. Is there a way to partially block such permissions (e.g. block the apps attempt to get my fine gps location if I do not consider that necessary).
Any ideas?

Evans_Prophet said:
Hello! In view of the recent issues with apps sending sms to premium numbers I have decided to further reconsider the priviliges I grant to my apps. So I have to questions:
1. Is there any way (app or site like appbrain) that will allow me to check the permission status of all my installed apps (possibly with filters such as "show me apps that can cost me money or send personal data" and
2. Is there a way to partially block such permissions (e.g. block the apps attempt to get my fine gps location if I do not consider that necessary).
Any ideas?
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"Permission Watchdog" will let you see the permissions, as far as I know, there is no way to change them.

Evans_Prophet said:
1. Is there any way (app or site like appbrain) that will allow me to check the permission status of all my installed apps (possibly with filters such as "show me apps that can cost me money or send personal data" and
2. Is there a way to partially block such permissions (e.g. block the apps attempt to get my fine gps location if I do not consider that necessary).
Any ideas?
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1) android settings (applications) & market will show permissions for each app
2) if you have root you can use the app droidwall to white-/blacklist apps for internet access. other than that, not possible atm and i think it would be very hard and dirty to make a hack for it... in my humble opinion it's best to disable gps per default and only enable it if you really need it. blinds the big brother and is easier on the battery

Selectively allow specific permissions for an application
This thread is in the wrong forum.
See http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9185822#post9185822

jodue said:
1) android settings (applications) & market will show permissions for each app
2) if you have root you can use the app droidwall to white-/blacklist apps for internet access. other than that, not possible atm and i think it would be very hard and dirty to make a hack for it... in my humble opinion it's best to disable gps per default and only enable it if you really need it. blinds the big brother and is easier on the battery
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Some simple mods to Zygote should make it easy to create a 'firewall' like app for permissions. Would be really really useful, maybe google will add something like this in a future Android themselves.

Has anyone here checked out the Permission Blocker App yet ?
Here is the link with google translate (German).
Code:
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RyanZA said:
Some simple mods to Zygote should make it easy to create a 'firewall' like app for permissions. Would be really really useful, maybe google will add something like this in a future Android themselves.
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At the moment, my app modifies the packages.xml, but changes won't do anything until the device rebooted.
I tried instantiating the PackageManagerService via Reflection, but after scanning /framework and /system/apps it crashes somewhere.

... I just wanted to copy the link. Some how xda app decided to post a quote...
delete my post please.
My Evo made me Swype this from the XDA App.

You can also check: aSpotCat on android market. Its free and it shows permissions.
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[Q] Downloading Widgets Nexus 6 troubleshoot

Hi everyone, I have the AT&T Nexus 6 and I have tried downloading widgets from the Play Store but none of them shows in the widget drawer when I try to add one to my home screen. I have read reviews and forums saying that the apps/widgets need to be moved from the SD card to the device itself. The problem is that the nexus device does not even have an SD card slot so that option is not available. Can someone please help me ,is there an option to enable the widgets function without rooting? Thanks so much in advance.

mizzezjonezee said:
Hi everyone, I have the AT&T Nexus 6 and I have tried downloading widgets from the Play Store but none of them shows in the widget drawer when I try to add one to my home screen. I have read reviews and forums saying that the apps/widgets need to be moved from the SD card to the device itself. The problem is that the nexus device does not even have an SD card slot so that option is not available. Can someone please help me ,is there an option to enable the widgets function without rooting? Thanks so much in advance.
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reboot, they should appear in with your widgets.

Thanks for making me feel like a total idiot simms22.. HAHAHAHA JUST KIDDING!! IT WORKED!!! ..THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOOOU!!!! FOR YOUR HELP AND QUICK RESPONSE!! I was praying that I wouldnt have to return the phone and exchange or factory reset :good::good::good: I really can't thank you enough..so simple, I promise to use my brain next time..lol have a wonderful rest of your week!

I was informed by another member here that restarting system UI an accomplish the same thing without reboot. Just FYI.

How do I restart the system UI on Nexus 6? Sorry if I'm asking simple questions...I had a note 2 for almost 3 years so since switching to Nexus is a whole new experience...seems like I have to reboot every time after I install or uninstall an app for it to show/not show in my apps drawer.

mizzezjonezee said:
How do I restart the system UI on Nexus 6? Sorry if I'm asking simple questions...I had a note 2 for almost 3 years so since switching to Nexus is a whole new experience...seems like I have to reboot every time after I install or uninstall an app for it to show/not show in my apps drawer.
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in the developer options theres an option to press to restart system ui.

simms22 said:
in the developer options theres an option to press to restart system ui.
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Yes, I just searched everything under Developer Options and did not see anything about restarting the UI. There has to be another way other than rebooting which is very inconvenient. I wonder if anyone else is having this issue.

mizzezjonezee said:
Yes, I just searched everything under Developer Options and did not see anything about restarting the UI. There has to be another way other than rebooting which is very inconvenient. I wonder if anyone else is having this issue.
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That option is not available on the nexus 6.. I am trying to attach a picture of the options that it does have but I do not know if you will be able to view it on here

mizzezjonezee said:
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That option is not available on the nexus 6.. I am trying to attach a picture of the options that it does have but I do not know if you will be able to view it on here
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No, it's not viewable, but yes, restart system UI is an option in developer options on the Nexus 6.

Can someone tell me how to create a new post using the xda app? I have a question that I want everyone to be able to see.
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i missing the share internet icon

ppl i need your help i can share my internet connection because i dont have the option, i know that is in conection but i dont have the option..help please

Are u referring to the hotspot? I dont think it has a icon. Look under settings then hit mobile hotspot then toggle it on
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sand1303 said:
Are u referring to the hotspot? I dont think it has a icon. Look under settings then hit mobile hotspot then toggle it on
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yes i mean the hotspot, the thing is i don't have the hotspot option look
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neither do I, my phone is rooted, any suggestion?

juanalchalas said:
ppl i need your help i can share my internet connection because i dont have the option, i know that is in conection but i dont have the option..help please
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hi,
Firstly, i had " something "similar (issue)
I my case i was missing my "auto rotate" icon, in my shortcut notification bar. I managed to sort it out, eventually.
I would suggest, try the following... it might work for you.?
1. check your notification shortcut "edit" to see if its not there.
If not,
2 Go to Samsung Store, search for "Quic Panel Restore app its a Samsung app.Install and" run " it. (see screenshot)
App is suppose to fix missing shortcut icons.
Plse note, that missing shortcut icons, is a common
" bug "for Samsung devices.!
From the then S6 device's (big issues then) plus all other Samsung models afterwards.
(You can Google issue and see)
In my case, QuickPanel Restore did not fix, nothing..!
I then had a idea, and downloaded 3rd party app" Auto rotate widget "
install it and switched /activated Auto rotate.
My icon showed up in my notification shortcut bar.! !
Yes, it a Samsung software bug !
Problem is, if i uninstalled" Auto Rotate widget "
my Auto rotate icon disappears from notification shortcut bar.! O, yes...
i do have the Mobile Hot spot (see screenshot)
Good luck

mickeywong said:
neither do I, my phone is rooted, any suggestion?
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hi,
read my post below yours, it might help.
Good luck

willcor said:
hi,
read my post below yours, it might help.
Good luck
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Thank you so much, but I can't find it in Samsung Apps, maybe region lock? My phone is Sprint N920P, but .I am in Taiwan.

mickeywong said:
Thank you so much, but I can't find it in Samsung Apps, maybe region lock? My phone is Sprint N920P, but .I am in Taiwan.
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hi,
no, you are correct.! I did a search now and it's not showing.
Previous occasions it showsed for me.
Samsung must have "pulled" app from App Store.
Have you tried my last suggestion,?
re look for similar 3rd party app "Mobile Hot-spot"
Google or check Play store?
Install and see if it "enables" Notification shortcut icon for mobile hot-spot.
This method, worked for me re Auto Rotate and still does...... "forces" icon to show. up in Notification bar.
Good luck
Post note
Did a quick search Play store.
One app "Quick Settings for Android" (has Mobile hot-spot)
and a few others similar apps you can install and try.
Also make sure your carrier has not blocked Mobile Hot-spot ?
(reason maybe why not showing? )

How to deactivate bubbles notification on MIUI 12.5

I have finally got the last MIUI 12.5 update alongside Android 11. Everything was fine except the fact that I cannot remove the bubble notifications.
I have followed all the workaround online but it seems that MIUI rom is slight difference and I cannot find this option:
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someone has fixed this?

Download activity launcher, search (with the search button) for notifications, then under the settings app entry, tap on notifications, it will open the settings page.
Xiaomi apparently forgot to enable the page in the settings. There are a couple more hidden settings as well, such as interpolated frames on videos and something with more vivid/hdr like recording of videos.

FPSUsername said:
Xiaomi apparently forgot to enable the page in the settings. There are a couple more hidden settings as well, such as interpolated frames on videos and something with more vivid/hdr like recording of videos.
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this is interesting: where can I check these video settings?
anyway I have managed to sort with the bubbles stuff: there is written "manage" under the bubble, so tiny that was impossible to spot. Anyway Xiaomi have to implement the settings because if some are hide then are useless

Giorno Giovanna said:
this is interesting: where can I check these video settings?
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Just go through the settings app section, I don't remember which setting you need to open, plus I think it only works on the xiaomi video/gallery apps.

FPSUsername said:
Just go through the settings app section, I don't remember which setting you need to open, plus I think it only works on the xiaomi video/gallery apps.
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hold on, you are telling me to go to settings app section, but earlier you were mentioning to download activity launcher. Is this a third party app? I wouldn't install additional apps but, in case I have to, which app is? I cannot find on Play Store.

Whenever any notification comes, there is More option and.notifications from that app can be directly managed for future

Giorno Giovanna said:
hold on, you are telling me to go to settings app section, but earlier you were mentioning to download activity launcher. Is this a third party app? I wouldn't install additional apps but, in case I have to, which app is? I cannot find on Play Store.
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I'm talking about activity launcher, go to the settings app section inside the activity launcher app and open all subsections one by one till you find it.
Here's the app.

ehi, anyway I think I sorted: there is a "manage" option under the bubble which is basically invisible but is there. once you click on that command you can remove bubbles and check other settings.

Question Help - trying to remove the last few niggles

Although I am enjoying the phone, there are a few issues that I struggle to get rid of.
The biggest is the lack of update so I can finally add a card to google wallet, but I'm trying to be patient.
1. Other than that, text messages....As explained earlier, it seems the debloat script removed it for some reason. I want to restore it by adding the script changing the 0 to 1, but I don't know what line referes to the message app. Any ideas? There is nothing in the debloat script saying "message" or "sms/mms"
2. Sometimes I accidently swipe right on the lock screen which produces some Chinese slideshow. Any idea how to disable and maybe add something useful to the swipe action?
3. I'm in light mode but still can't get whatsapp messages and the spotify player on the lock screen.
4. Using company portal, the only keyboard I can pick is Chinese Baidu. Company portal splits your phone in Work and Personal. Work is highly restricted and I can't figure out how to install a new keyboard.
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5. Using the standard launcher; app icons for the company portal (Outlook/Teams etc) keep moving to the last page on my phone (I have 4 pages of icons). Any idea how to lock them in to place?
Thank you!

Regarding your points :
1. Usually it should be com.android.mms , which isn't on the list you're right, but just try it anyway. If not, try "ADBAppControl" for Windows and search it there. It's also simpler to re/debloat using this program anyways. Or you can try to download (or view) the app in the vivo appstore.
2. Search for the vivo app "interactions" (or long press on the homescreen and tap interactions) which has a icon of a black cube > Now, tap on the lower right corner and select "nothing".
3. Go to Settings > Security > More Security Settings > Device and App Notifications and be sure that Whatsapp and/or Spotify is allowed. You can also check on the homescreen, if you long press on the app, and tap on "App Info" > Notifications > and check "Allow Notifications" > Then check all (needed) "Alert Modes"
EDIT: > 4. Install a new Keyboard from the Playstore (lke Swiftkey or Gboard,..) Go to Settings > Apps & Permissions > Permission Management > Permission Tab > Scroll all the way down to "Default App Settings" > Input Method > Your downloaded keyboard. From there you could also replace other default apps.
> 5. There SHOULD be an extra setting in stock launcher settings.. if I remember correctly from my old X70 Pro+. But can't exactly remember, sorry.
Hope this helps somehow.

Thanks for the advice. Might be easier to just download via Vivo store. Can anyone tell me the name or show me the icon?

Haskren said:
Thanks for the advice. Might be easier to just download via Vivo store. Can anyone tell me the name or show me the icon?
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com.vivo.appstore - v-appstore

Sorry, I meant the messaging app

Haskren said:
Sorry, I meant the messaging app
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It should look like this I guess. Or you just download Google Messages if you like.

Thanks, I will look for it. GMessages is not receiving any texts

Haskren said:
Thanks, I will look for it. GMessages is not receiving any texts
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In the worst case - but I know that‘s not cool - you can reset your phone and all apps will come back, then debloat carefully using ADBAppControl.
EDIT : Or you could try to install the apk on Apkmirror, but don‘t know if it works :
vivo Messages 6.2.6.0. APK Download by vivoglobal - APKMirror
vivo Messages 6.2.6.0. APK Download by vivoglobal - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads
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the APK worked - thank you so much! That's the main issue sorted