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Now that we have root and are happily removing bloatware, many of us are trying to find and remove that blasted 3G hotspot app that keeps coming up with whatever we choose to use!
If anyone knows how and where to find and at least freeze it, we would all be very appreciative :-D
It has something to do with the dhcpd service. I'm looking at the code to see if there's an "easy" way around it.
why don't you just follow the rules and hack the hotspot app?
LRiley said:
why don't you just follow the rules and hack the hotspot app?
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You have to be careful with that app in terms of hacking it. Rumors say that Verizon knows when you are a hacked version and you could be charged, or violate certain parts of a contract.
why don't you just follow the rules and hack the hotspot app?
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Its more cumbersome than root tasks to me
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You have to be careful with that app in terms of hacking it. Rumors say that Verizon knows when you are a hacked version and you could be charged, or violate certain parts of a contract.
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I doubt that they can tell when you've hacked it without some sort of trickery that we're unaware of, but it is true that you violate part of your contract and get charged extra if they find out.
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I doubt that they can tell when you've hacked it without some sort of trickery that we're unaware of, but it is true that you violate part of your contract and get charged extra if they find out.
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Isn't that the point of trickery? If it was trickery we were aware of, it wouldn't be trickery anymore
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Isn't that the point of trickery? If it was trickery we were aware of, it wouldn't be trickery anymore
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I meant trickery as in some sort of magical method that can't be explained. We can be aware of it's presence, but not aware of how it works. We're not aware of either at the moment
If we hacked it but aren't using it, can verizon find out?
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I think it would be extremely difficult for then because it replaces codes so that your connected device doesn't come up as an external device but as the phone still using its data...
Is that a yes or no to my question? Lol
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jediman said:
Now that we have root and are happily removing bloatware, many of us are trying to find and remove that blasted 3G hotspot app that keeps coming up with whatever we choose to use!
If anyone knows how and where to find and at least freeze it, we would all be very appreciative :-D
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How exactly do we remove bloatware once we have achieved root? I've got root already, worked like a charm! but how do I remove this crapware?
virus5877 said:
How exactly do we remove bloatware once we have achieved root? I've got root already, worked like a charm! but how do I remove this crapware?
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Titanium Backup... buy it, FREEZE apps, do not rename, do not remove, do not uninstall... and watch what you do, several of them will cause never-ending force-closes if you're not careful.
Freezing apps removes the execute bit so the file remains, but the OS can't execute it.
^I say no
psouza4 said:
Titanium Backup... buy it, FREEZE apps, do not rename, do not remove, do not uninstall... and watch what you do, several of them will cause never-ending force-closes if you're not careful.
Freezing apps removes the execute bit so the file remains, but the OS can't execute it.
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I uninstalled apps and haven't had any problems...
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^I say no
I uninstalled apps and haven't had any problems...
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Yah -- some are okay to uninstall, like the obvious ones (BlockBuster, Citrix, etc.) but some will break dialer/contacts, etc. like all the authenticators.
Yeah I broke my contacts, text messaging, and calendar. But that's okay. Because I never use them, and I use handcent for texting anyways
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It's just safer to get rid of the Verizon Hotspot app. I fear that no matter what we try to do to it they can find out. Even without the app they can find out. If you have an exceptionally large amount of data usage, or a constant high data usage connection they will investigate it. They then will monitor your data usage and start to throttle you, ping you and otherwise annoy you. Verizon just disables your ability to use your data. AT&T warns you twice and then charges you.
Just keep it under 15gbs a month. I went to 18 and they throttled me.
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It's just safer to get rid of the Verizon Hotspot app. I fear that no matter what we try to do to it they can find out. Even without the app they can find out. If you have an exceptionally large amount of data usage, or a constant high data usage connection they will investigate it. They then will monitor your data usage and start to throttle you, ping you and otherwise annoy you. Verizon just disables your ability to use your data. AT&T warns you twice and then charges you.
Just keep it under 15gbs a month. I went to 18 and they throttled me.
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this is a problem for you because u used 18gb of memory, which I don't understand how u do but for moderate usage its good...
royolpunk said:
Yeah I broke my contacts, text messaging, and calendar. But that's okay. Because I never use them, and I use handcent for texting anyways
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That was quick lol
/droid3
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That was quick lol
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Lol. Dunno what happened
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I know there are threads on this problem with other Transformer pads, but I am wondering if anyone had this problem with the TF701 (WW)?
I just get the message about "Unknown error, might be network connection..."
Of course my network connection is fine, and I am using the unlock tool found at ASUS support site for the TF701. That is version 8.
I have tried this a couple of days, many times per day, it just gives me the same error.
I have read people with other Transformer models who contacted ASUS and gave them their serial numbers and MAC-addresses, which seems to solve the problem in some cases.
Others are refering to ASUS devicetracker (devicetracker.asus.com) which seems to be taken down, or is it just available in US?
I called ASUS, they never heard of the problem.
I am thankful for any help!
I think you ended up downloading the unlock tool for the TF700, not TF701. The latter only has one tool, version 1.
The former has the v8
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I think you ended up downloading the unlock tool for the TF700, not TF701. The latter only has one tool, version 1.
The former has the v8
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Thanks, but version 8 is the right one. It's just called v 1.0 on ASUS TF701 support site.
Ok, in that case just keep trying. For some people it literally took 40 -50 tries and it worked all the sudden.
At the same time register your tablet on Asus VIP service, then conatct them and explain your problem.
The mismatched database entries was a big problem for many TF700 owners - haven't heard anything like that for the TF701 ever.
Send them a screenshot of your About Tablet page with each mail and ask them to check their database and correct the entry for your tablet.
Good luck
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Ok, in that case just keep trying. For some people it literally took 40 -50 tries and it worked all the sudden.
At the same time register your tablet on Asus VIP service, then conatct them and explain your problem.
The mismatched database entries was a big problem for many TF700 owners - haven't heard anything like that for the TF701 ever.
Send them a screenshot of your About Tablet page with each mail and ask them to check their database and correct the entry for your tablet.
Good luck
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Thanks, I will do as you suggest and contact them via the support form instead of calling.
And I will continue hitting that button.
I just wanted to put in my two cents here. I've been having the same issues with the bootloader unlock tool for the last 3 months. I've called customer support numerous times and been told too bad. We don't support that. We don't care. I bought this tablet for its vast power but I am not even allowed to experience its full potential. I am deeply disappointed in Asus. It has been nothing but problems with this thing but through patience some have resolved themselves.
You're suggestion may have been the light at the end of my tunnel. I have never hears of the VIP support until now. I have done the same, registered and sent them a ticket request. I uploaded a screenshot of the screen saying password incorrect.
Here's hoping this can finally be resolved. If this fixes it, I'll be sure to tell everyone that's still having problems with the tool.
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Yes, officially Asus does not provide any support as soon as yu mention "unlock". That's why people were telling them thry could not get registered for Asus Device Tracker (same problem: no s# in Asus database = no device tracker).
The VIP service people seem to be a little more receptive than general support. But it really depends on who happens to read your mail...
That's why you want to be persistent. Turn yorself into a polite and friendly PITA and don't forget to attach a screenshot to each mail you send.
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I just wanted to put in my two cents here. I've been having the same issues with the bootloader unlock tool for the last 3 months. I've called customer support numerous times and been told too bad. We don't support that. We don't care. I bought this tablet for its vast power but I am not even allowed to experience its full potential. I am deeply disappointed in Asus. It has been nothing but problems with this thing but through patience some have resolved themselves.
You're suggestion may have been the light at the end of my tunnel. I have never hears of the VIP support until now. I have done the same, registered and sent them a ticket request. I uploaded a screenshot of the screen saying password incorrect.
Here's hoping this can finally be resolved. If this fixes it, I'll be sure to tell everyone that's still having problems with the tool.
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Do you get "password incorrect"?
I think you have to turn off two factor login on your Google account. You may also have to log in to your Google account website and turn on "allow unsecured apps".
Does Device Tracker exist anymore?
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Do you get "password incorrect"?
I think you have to turn off two factor login on your Google account. You may also have to log in to your Google account website and turn on "allow unsecured apps".
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Unfortunately, I have not used 2 step verification. Ever. As for the "3rd party apps" box, I tick that box first with each new android device
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Unfortunately, I have not used 2 step verification. Ever. As for the "3rd party apps" box, I tick that box first with each new android device
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I am not talking about the "Unknown sources" in Android.
I don't know the exact description since English is not my first language, but if you log in to for an example Gmail, then go to your Google account up to the right, you will find an option for allowing "unsecure apps".
I hope it was understandable.
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I am not talking about the "Unknown sources" in Android.
I don't know the exact description since English is not my first language, but if you log in to for an example Gmail, then go to your Google account up to the right, you will find an option for allowing "unsecure apps".
I hope it was understandable.
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I think I found what you're referring to. It's in the Google account management section. It's the area where you can make your internet experience immune to Google's pull. You can edit adsense settings, see your entire Google history, YouTube videos you've viewed all sorts of stuff. It's really cool, but unfortunately the boot loader unlock tool doesn't come up in that list of apps. That list consists of third party apps that have all already gained access.
If you're referring to yet a different screen, maybe a screenshot would be helpful?
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I think I found what you're referring to. It's in the Google account management section. It's the area where you can make your internet experience immune to Google's pull. You can edit adsense settings, see your entire Google history, YouTube videos you've viewed all sorts of stuff. It's really cool, but unfortunately the boot loader unlock tool doesn't come up in that list of apps. That list consists of third party apps that have all already gained access.
If you're referring to yet a different screen, maybe a screenshot would be helpful?
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If you are not using two-factor authentication this link should work:
https://www.google.com/settings/security/lesssecureapps
And some info:
http://www.ghacks.net/2014/07/21/gmail-starts-block-less-secure-apps-enable-access/
But at least it seems you have access to ASUS servers when you got the "incorrect password" message.
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If you are not using two-factor authentication this link should work:
https://www.google.com/settings/security/lesssecureapps
And some info:
http://www.ghacks.net/2014/07/21/gmail-starts-block-less-secure-apps-enable-access/
But at least it seems you have access to ASUS servers when you got the "incorrect password" message.
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Had no idea. Just clicked enable. I'm going to give it a shot. See you on the other side?
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Now this is where I stand. Guess I'm still stuck on this side for a little while longer.
I think I was getting the incorrect password screen because Google was denying the Asus app access.
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Now this is where I stand. Guess I'm still stuck on this side for a little while longer.
I think I was getting the incorrect password screen because Google was denying the Asus app access.
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Yeah, this looks like the classic database mismatch problem. Keep trying to use the app and contact Asus.
It really depends on who you happen to talk/email to. So don't give up. Just read about someone who bought an unlocked TF701 on ebay which was totally messed up and he/she got an RMA approved without any problem...
Ask for a supervisor, escalate it... If you're willing to give up your warranty - why should they care?
So I walked away from it. Came back and for sh**s and giggles I hit the button and BOOM the lock on my bootloader was blown wide the freak open.
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So I walked away from it. Came back and for sh**s and giggles I hit the button and BOOM the lock on my bootloader was blown wide the freak open.
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Told ya
NexusGazer said:
So I walked away from it. Came back and for sh**s and giggles I hit the button and BOOM the lock on my bootloader was blown wide the freak open.
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Glad I could help.
Now my question is, what's the best ROM to unleash this beast? Do I go with CM11? or is there something better for power?
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Our phones are developmentally dead.
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Our phones are developmentally dead.
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sadly yeah, aslong as we could find a way to get root im happy. all i want is adaway.
I don't think it's dead
If they found a way to develop for the S6 edge then I'm sure there's a way for the S7 Edge
Why are they dead? I just got this phone and curious why?
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sadly yeah, aslong as we could find a way to get root im happy. all i want is adaway.
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Did you try Adblock Fast that is build into Samsung 4.0? Download from App store and then manually setup using instructions.
I'm using it on my S7 with zero issues and no ads. Of course, limited to Samsung browser.
I'm using adguard which sets up personal VPN on phone to block ads. Seems to work for all apps but does hit battery life a bit. Worth it for me.
martinezma99 said:
Did you try Adblock Fast that is build into Samsung 4.0? Download from App store and then manually setup using instructions.
I'm using it on my S7 with zero issues and no ads. Of course, limited to Samsung browser.
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I have not, is it pretty legit? im gonna give it a go right now.
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I have not, is it pretty legit? im gonna give it a go right now.
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Yes. Legit. It got bad ratings but works perfect on my S7. I think people haven't realized you need Samsung Internet 4.0 or it won't work.
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Why are they dead? I just got this phone and curious why?
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Bootloaders are locked. Flash secured and all. All us carriers, not the exynos, but all us snapdragons, including tmobile. We are on twitter and got a response from John Legere who claims to be working on a potential solution to at least getting tmobiles unlocked. Historically we have always been fine, but for some reason we aren't now. Doesn't make sense for the exynos to unlocked and SD to be locked imo
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Why would safestrap not work for this phone? The note 3 was locked and we had root and roms
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Bootloaders are locked. Flash secured and all. All us carriers, not the exynos, but all us snapdragons, including tmobile. We are on twitter and got a response from John Legere who claims to be working on a potential solution to at least getting tmobiles unlocked. Historically we have always been fine, but for some reason we aren't now. Doesn't make sense for the exynos to unlocked and SD to be locked imo
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Here's hoping.... I'll buy one the day root drops.
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Why would safestrap not work for this phone? The note 3 was locked and we had root and roms
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I'm sure something will come up eventually. Us folks on ATT are used to being screwed with the locked bootloaders. Think it might be new for T-Mobile users though. It might take a little longer, but ATT Samsung devices typically get root after some point.
I've had it since launch, my Nexus 6 basically died. I miss the debloating root allows, like how I'm forced to have the Directv app when I don't have any interest in having Directv. I do like it though it's a nice phone. If we can get root to remove the bloatware I'm for that otherwise I'll live with it for a year until something better drops.
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Yes. Legit. It got bad ratings but works perfect on my S7. I think people haven't realized you need Samsung Internet 4.0 or it won't work.
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I'm using it now as personal VPN on adguard was eating battery. Just make sure to set it for no ads (default is some safe ads). On some ads I was getting occasional pop-up ads.
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I'm forcing myself to stay secured with all the fbi vs apple stuff going on.
rachelm920 said:
I've had it since launch, my Nexus 6 basically died. I miss the debloating root allows, like how I'm forced to have the Directv app when I don't have any interest in having Directv. I do like it though it's a nice phone. If we can get root to remove the bloatware I'm for that otherwise I'll live with it for a year until something better drops.
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You can use package disabler pro from the play store to remove bloatware
stafly17 said:
You can use package disabler pro from the play store to remove bloatware
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People are reporting worse battery life after debloating system apps with that on the S7
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You can use package disabler pro from the play store to remove bloatware
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It doesn't remove anything, it just disables apps that are able to be disabled. I can do that myself.
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It doesn't remove anything, it just disables apps that are able to be disabled. I can do that myself.
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Yeah I disabled the directv app and some others myself. Glad I have expandable storage so it doesn't hog my memory LOL
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I'm using it now as personal VPN on adguard was eating battery. Just make sure to set it for no ads (default is some safe ads). On some ads I was getting occasional pop-up ads.
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VPNs like Adguard don't "eat" battery. What your seeing is that the system attributes all battery used by apps that access the internet to the VPN.
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Why would safestrap not work for this phone? The note 3 was locked and we had root and roms
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Seems like Pre-Lollipop builds were always hacked for root. Also, at least on my S5 G900A, Pre-rooted 5.0 was able to be flashed as long as the BL was kept OA1 (KK 4.4.4). But if you took the OTA to 5.0, no root ever! Also they totally locked it down with 5.1. FU ATT!!!! :laugh::silly:
But they sure did get into that S6 pretty fast, didn't they? Go figure.
I applied to this Samsung Mobile Insights program. Might get a free G935A or G930A if accepted into it. I do not know how I will live without root, but at least it has a sdcard. I do not have a good feeling about a battery that does not come out though...
With my Note 7 and its inferior replacement, the S7E, Verizon had loaded both phones up with a plethora of bloatware. On top of what was preinstalled, I'd constantly find new apps magically appearing every so often.
I subsequently learned that the spontaneous new apps were installed without my permission by DT Ignite, malware (IMO) pre-installed by Verizon. Once that was disabled, things quieted down.
My Note 8 that arrived yesterday had far fewer initial crapware games and apps, and I can't find any evidence of DT Ignite in the Apps Manager. Has Verizon finally smartened up, or do you think they'll find another way to pollute our phones?
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With my Note 7 and its inferior replacement, the S7E, Verizon had loaded both phones up with a plethora of bloatware. On top of what was preinstalled, I'd constantly find new apps magically appearing every so often.
I subsequently learned that the spontaneous new apps were installed without my permission by DT Ignite, malware (IMO) pre-installed by Verizon. Once that was disabled, things quieted down.
My Note 8 that arrived yesterday had far fewer initial crapware games and apps, and I can't find any evidence of DT Ignite in the Apps Manager. Has Verizon finally smartened up, or do you think they'll find another way to pollute our phones?
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Dt ignite is still there what i did was download Ignition Test from the play store and it will find it and disable it
djquestt said:
Dt ignite is still there what i did was download Ignition Test from the play store and it will find it and disable it
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Remind me again what is dt ignite
djquestt said:
Dt ignite is still there what i did was download Ignition Test from the play store and it will find it and disable it
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Thanks, DT Ignition did find it ... it's now called something generic like "Mobile Services." But it's gone now.
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Remind me again what is dt ignite
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It's a background app installed by carriers that will download and install games and apps on your phone whether you want them or not. It's very annoying to purge your phone of bloatware only to see it come back mysteriously by itself.
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Remind me again what is dt ignite
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Its a scumbag move by carriers that installs crap on your phone without your permission. It's also the first thing I disable.
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I just learned something new...thanks!
I was thinking that there wasn't much bloat ware on my new Verizon N8 but now you have me worried there are other hidden gems. What else is anyone removing/disabling
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Dt ignite is still there what i did was download Ignition Test from the play store and it will find it and disable it
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Thanks, DT Ignition did find it ... it's now called something generic like "Mobile Services." But it's gone now.
It's a background app installed by carriers that will download and install games and apps on your phone whether you want them or not. It's very annoying to purge your phone of bloatware only to see it come back mysteriously by itself.
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Is this it?
skillzo1 said:
Is this it?
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Yessir, that's the one.
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Yessir, that's the one.
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Thank you
jrapps said:
I just learned something new...thanks!
I was thinking that there wasn't much bloat ware on my new Verizon N8 but now you have me worried there are other hidden gems. What else is anyone removing/disabling
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I had used PDP (Package Disabler Pro) to disable nearly everything it recommended on my Note 7 and the S7E that replaced it, at least until Nougat was released. After the upgrade PDP didn't work anymore, but I pretty much knew what to disable by then and DT Ignite was at the top of my list. Nothing came back after I shut that down, and the 2 or 3 security updates VZW has pushed since then didn't re-enable it.
I'm cautiously optimistic that the Note 8 will stay fairly clean ... at least until Oreo is released for the N8.
et t-mobile tu, brute?
interesting discussion chaps.
i know this is a VZW thread and i apologize for the intercept, but is tmobile likely doing the same thing?
would this ignition program find such apps on t mobile? i get the note8 friday from tmobile (my other phones are unlocked non carrier version so this is the first time ill need to look for stuff like this)
Funny I was just about to post a thread "what bloat ware should I get rid of on Verizon note 8?" This is a good start ☺
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Dodge DeBoulet said:
I had used PDP (Package Disabler Pro) to disable nearly everything it recommended on my Note 7 and the S7E that replaced it, at least until Nougat was released. After the upgrade PDP didn't work anymore, but I pretty much knew what to disable by then and DT Ignite was at the top of my list. Nothing came back after I shut that down, and the 2 or 3 security updates VZW has pushed since then didn't re-enable it.
I'm cautiously optimistic that the Note 8 will stay fairly clean ... at least until Oreo is released for the N8.
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Are these package disablers worth getting? Or is it just as easy as turning off apps?
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MACHEK said:
Funny I was just about to post a thread "what bloat ware should I get rid of on Verizon note 8?" This is a good start ☺
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Are these package disablers worth getting? Or is it just as easy as turning off apps?
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Most of the totally useless crapware cannot be disabled without a package disabler app
FWIW, the one I usually use (Package Disabler Pro) is not working on my Note FE, but, BK Disabler is.
I'd say it's well worth the couple of dollars vs dealing with unwanted bloat ware...
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I avoid disabling anything to avoid issues when updates are pushed - I never disabled DT Ignite on my VZW S8 and I never had anything pushed on my phone. Also if you don't want to be tracked, you're using the wrong operating system to begin with.
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I avoid disabling anything to avoid issues when updates are pushed - I never disabled DT Ignite on my VZW S8 and I never had anything pushed on my phone. Also if you don't want to be tracked, you're using the wrong operating system to begin with.
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Good for you, seriously, but that wasn't my experience. I'd wake up to new, unwanted games and apps on my Note 7 and S7 Edge pretty regularly. And after disabling DT Ignite, I never had a problem with any of the updates, including the Nougat release for the S7E. I had to disable DT Ignite again after that installed, but the 3 security updates since have all installed just fine.
Not sure if this is the right place but here it goes. I actually use some VZW stuff. I like the native VZW to VZW video calling. I also love the VZW premium visual voicemail. The VZW cloud is handy, but I can do without.
Anyone know how I get this stuff?
You mean on a non Verizon issued Note 8 or something?
Not bloatware, but I'm pissed ours didn't get the upgrade for the swipe down on homescreen bringing down notifications rather than a 2nd app drawer command.
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I just got off the phone with VZW. My HD calling, video calling and visual voicemail isn't working. Not sure if the CSR was right, but she said there is an advance calling setting on the VZW N8 that I couldn't find on my unlocked Sammy N8. I have seen it before on my S8+ so I know What she is talking about.
I said maybe mine isn't provisioned correctly. She said she wasn't sure. I am going to call back tomorrow to speak with tech support
guthrien said:
You mean on a non Verizon issued Note 8 or something?
Not bloatware, but I'm pissed ours didn't get the upgrade for the swipe down on homescreen bringing down notifications rather than a 2nd app drawer command.
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If you really want it, Nova Launcher can do this. I actually prefer using the fingerprint reader for this, though, and you don't need Nova Launcher for it (although I'd rather have Nova Launcher than not).
Yes action launcher does too but the Note is the only phone I usually use the default launcher with. The sensor isn't convenient to me yet.
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Is there a list yet of the things safe to disable? I stopped obvious things.
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Can you share how you disable? Tks much
Tiongkia said:
Can you share how you disable? Tks much
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He's talking about using the app Package Disabler Pro to disable system apps.
Yeah adhell3 it's under the themes and apps section
EVOme said:
Is there a list yet of the things safe to disable? I stopped obvious things.
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does package disabler work at all? i have to rebuy it, guess the original one was taken down. trying to see if it works before i spend another $4
dansan382 said:
does package disabler work at all? i have to rebuy it, guess the original one was taken down. trying to see if it works before i spend another $4
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It did for the few things I disabled.
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EVOme said:
It did for the few things I disabled.
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perfect, thank you. i just wanted to disable the keyboard and internet browser
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.elmklmsamsung.batteryaddon&hl=de_CH
I just stop dtignite, carrier stuff and Bixby related stuff.
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The dev claims samsung takes it down but it seems like the dev does this every samsung launch. I've purchased this app 4 times already. I froze all att, smart switch, smart things, and any games etc
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The dev claims samsung takes it down but it seems like the dev does this every samsung launch. I've purchased this app 4 times already. I froze all att, smart switch, smart things, and any games etc
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I'm not giving that leach any more of my money. He thinks people will buy it over and over and Google let's him get by with it.
The reality is that every phone is slightly different. The package disabler works extremely well to remove bloat and freeze everything that you don't want to deal with but preserve Knox and other security things. It's well worth the money in my opinion. Most people pay more money then that app just to drink a cup of coffee once.
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The reality is that every phone is slightly different. The package disabler works extremely well to remove bloat and freeze everything that you don't want to deal with but preserve Knox and other security things. It's well worth the money in my opinion. Most people pay more money then that app just to drink a cup of coffee once.
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It's the principle and I don't pay for the same cup of coffee over and over. Besides the app wouldn't trip Knox if you disabled every app on the phone. It may brick but not trip Knox. There are minimal changes to the app, and occasionally none at all. Taking an app down and then bringing it back, making it a new buy, is unethitical and unnecessary.
Anyone with a list yet? I'll try to post mine
Just download ADB bootloader and delete the apps. I got package disabler to tell me the names of the apps and deleted them ALL one by one i have 0 bloatware from At&T and delete a few from Samsung Also including that annoying GoT games.
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Just download ADB bootloader and delete the apps. I got package disabler to tell me the names of the apps and deleted them ALL one by one i have 0 bloatware from At&T and delete a few from Samsung Also including that annoying GoT games.
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Any YouTube tutorial on this? Thanks.
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Any YouTube tutorial on this? Thanks.
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This are the two links i followed.
https://beebom.com/how-to-install-adb-windows-mac/
https://www.google.com/amp/s/beebom.com/remove-bloatware-android-no-root/amp/
Worked perfect for me hope it helped.
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This are the two links i followed.
https://beebom.com/how-to-install-adb-windows-mac/
https://www.google.com/amp/s/beebom.com/remove-bloatware-android-no-root/amp/
Worked perfect for me hope it helped.
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Thanks ?
The re-buying leaves a sour taste but it is still preferable to the ADB method.
Shame the XML export thing does not work still!
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It's the principle and I don't pay for the same cup of coffee over and over. Besides the app wouldn't trip Knox if you disabled every app on the phone. It may brick but not trip Knox. There are minimal changes to the app, and occasionally none at all. Taking an app down and then bringing it back, making it a new buy, is unethitical and unnecessary.
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So you bring your cup back to starbucks and they give you free refills?
Also he doesn't take the app down - Google does.