Recording phone conversations - Touch Pro, Fuze General

As I understand it, only a few phones provide the capability to record both sides of a conversation using, e.g., the Resco audio recorder. Is the Touch Pro one of the select few?

wmm said:
As I understand it, only a few phones provide the capability to record both sides of a conversation using, e.g., the Resco audio recorder. Is the Touch Pro one of the select few?
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someone please try this and let us know....i can't tell you how many times i've been victim of customer service/policy people flat out lying to me over the phone.....i can't wait to be able to be the one saying "this call will be recorded for quality assurance purposes". if this phone has this capability, i will by it the day sprint releases it.

I was hoping it would work, but unfortunately I haven't had any luck. Same as with previous devices, if you have it on speaker phone then it will work, but otherwise you cant hear the other person. Shame.

steveoidm said:
I was hoping it would work, but unfortunately I haven't had any luck. Same as with previous devices, if you have it on speaker phone then it will work, but otherwise you cant hear the other person. Shame.
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damn...thanks for trying

Too bad. I don't know what reasons the manufacturers might have for not providing this, but one would think that it would be something they'd want to do. Thanks for the info, though.

wmm said:
Too bad. I don't know what reasons the manufacturers might have for not providing this, but one would think that it would be something they'd want to do. Thanks for the info, though.
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Most likely has to do with legal issues around recording another person without consent, typically illegal in most places.

Nighthawk said:
Most likely has to do with legal issues around recording another person without consent, typically illegal in most places.
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Actually, it's only illegal if done without permission, and in many places it's only necessary that one of the parties give permission.

^^ not necessarily in america, esp if both parites are in different states and each state has different laws on recording conversations (with or without consent)

Does it work if using bluetooth?

I was only able to get one sided recording using Resco Audio Recorder (link below).
http://www.resco.net/pocketpc/audiorecorder/default.asp

erm, isn't this what wmm mentions in the first post?

Yes, that Is the program I'm using on my 8525. The Resco FAQ specifically mentions hardware restrictions as the reason it doesn't record both sides of the conversation on some devices, and it indeed does not on my 8525. I was hoping HTC had added that capability on the Touch Pro, but apparently not.

I still have a Wizzard (9100) where I used this feature regularly when somebody was telling me an address or a phone number. During a conversation I pressed and keep it pressed the right button (Voice Speed Dialing) and it gave me 20 seconds of recording, both parties.
How can I do that with Raphael?
And I have the impression that the volume of the phone is less powerfull that for Wizzard. If it's a bit noisy environment I have difficultied hearing on the phone (both volumes are set to max).

I need this also... sometimes is hard to remember all info from call.

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3.5mm Male to Male w/ Mic

Anyone bought one before for use w/ the Eris? Looking to use this for audio to home stereo or car aux input but also not have to unplug it to use the phone. This way I can use it as hands free in the car. I've found this one for $10.99
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=41130&cat=3811
and this one for $9.99
http://www.thinksamsungcaptivate.com/samsung-captivate-wired-headsets-10329.html
but it says it's for the Samsung Captivate.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
J
Cool find. Exactly what I have been looking for. I haven't used it or known anyone that has, but I'm probably going to buy it just to try it out. I'll report back with findings unless someone beats me to it.
I personally use a standard line (no mic) keep the phone on my lap and am able to have conversations as if I am wearing a blue tooth headset. Although if this is for your car stereo you do have to take into consideration of the stereo volume cause the conversation can echo back to the person that you are talking to
dragon1018 said:
I personally use a standard line (no mic) keep the phone on my lap and am able to have conversations as if I am wearing a blue tooth headset. Although if this is for your car stereo you do have to take into consideration of the stereo volume cause the conversation can echo back to the person that you are talking to
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For some reason that doesn't work for me. I tried it but have to unplug the cord to talk. I can hear them just fine but they can't hear me (no music on either) That's why I started looking for this. I wonder if it's a setting on the phone somewhere...
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jjchambers said:
For some reason that doesn't work for me. I tried it but have to unplug the cord to talk. I can hear them just fine but they can't hear me (no music on either) That's why I started looking for this. I wonder if it's a setting on the phone somewhere...
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Assuming that you didnt hit the mute button on the phone, there may be other factors that are giving people on the other end problems hearing you.
a) is your phone rooted? if so, what rom are you using?
Check with the dev who created the rom. Could be possible that you have a older rom version. One of the last updates that VZW pushed out to the eris was for the "sound bug" If you are using a older rom, it could be a possibility that the update was not "cooked" in cause of the date of the ROM. You will see more DEVs stating in their ROM descriptions that is has the recent updates. Using one of thoser ROM may fix that.
b) if your phone is not rooted then is all the updates installed? You can check by doing the following
menu - settings - about phone - system updates
c) depending on where your phone is placed, (ie my lap), seat belts, clothes or some thign else is blocking the phones microphone.
d )slim chance but any chance that the people who can not hear you are only eris users them selves? If yes then see a) and b)
I just use the phone itself as the microphone and the audio routes over the stereo. But of course we don't have laws against talking on the phone here.
Wow, nobody posts in this particular forum. Well, I was just thinking about this type of product today, and seeing it on the forum, I had to buy it.
MrObvious said:
I just use the phone itself as the microphone and the audio routes over the stereo. But of course we don't have laws against talking on the phone here.
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I know this is an old post, but...
When I try that the other person can't hear me. Is there a setting that needs to be changed?
IndyRoadie said:
I know this is an old post, but...
When I try that the other person can't hear me. Is there a setting that needs to be changed?
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What ROM are you using?
dragon1018 said:
What ROM are you using?
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TazzFroyo. Haven't tried it since the last update though, so I will have to try it again...

[Q] Video call

Complete noob here so maybe I've missed something glaringly obvious, but how do you make a video call with the one s? I can't find any option for it and a google search only brings up ways to do it using an app or skype. My video call time comes out of my monthly calling minutes so when I'm travelling it makes sense to use it rather than skype as I have a capped data allowance and more minutes than I need.
Thanks
when you are calling someone, check options... is there any option for video call?
Stiflerlv said:
when you are calling someone, check options... is there any option for video call?
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Nope, nothing there to initiate a video call. And then when in call I cannot find any option to turn on the camera for a video call. I've looked and looked (before and during a call) but I can't find any option to do so.
Ok I emailed HTC and asked and their response was:
I’m sorry to hear that you are experiencing difficulties with making a video call.
I believe that the reason for this is because the phone does not make video calls via the normal phone function. It makes video calls using 3rd party software e.G. Skype etc. But as we do not support 3rd party software I would be unable to help you set this up. I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Bit of a disappointment personally, but I suppose video calling isn't very popular so most people won't care. Still, was it really that difficult to add a video calling option/function?
But if your phone did support it, and not through a 3rd party app using internet, The receiver would also have to have the same set up right ?
And video calling isnt that popular.. Can you not speak with your provider and see if they can change the video call allowance into internet allowance instead ? Then you could use a 3rd party app like skype... Much more popular
ccart said:
Ok I emailed HTC and asked and their response was:
I’m sorry to hear that you are experiencing difficulties with making a video call.
I believe that the reason for this is because the phone does not make video calls via the normal phone function. It makes video calls using 3rd party software e.G. Skype etc. But as we do not support 3rd party software I would be unable to help you set this up. I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Bit of a disappointment personally, but I suppose video calling isn't very popular so most people won't care. Still, was it really that difficult to add a video calling option/function?
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LOL! Making phone with 2nd camera and not even bothering to add software option for video call? HAHHA Thats just lame! But I guess its for most "android" phones.
azzledazzle said:
But if your phone did support it, and not through a 3rd party app using internet, The receiver would also have to have the same set up right ?
And video calling isnt that popular.. Can you not speak with your provider and see if they can change the video call allowance into internet allowance instead ? Then you could use a 3rd party app like skype... Much more popular
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Yes, but whilst I'm no expert, most phones I have come across with front facing cameras do support video calling and more importantly the people who I would be calling have this option on their phones.
Not to worry though, not a major issue. Just seemed a bit odd to me to put a front facing camera on there and not support it without a 3rd party app. I can manage and with all the free wifi hotspots I get access to through my package it shouldn't be a big issue.
i totally agree, It is a bit stupid to have the FFC, if they wernt gunna support video calls, they could have removed the camera and added something else instead.
like a external sd slot. or a laser beam what kills people... who knows ?
I dont use video calling, I hate people looking at me im the sort of dude that walks in the shadows with a hood covering my face lol
Setup a Google Voice account and then you can do video calls to other users over Google Talk.
I was able to initiate a video call to the wife's One S using Google Talk on my Samsung Note 2 with no problem but the front camera image quality of the HTC is so bad the feature is useless. I found this thread while searching to see if others had better results. The image on the HTC is dark and grainy on the phone's own screen and is so pixilated after being transmitted to mine it totally useless , the Samsung's is crystal clear.
Stiflerlv said:
LOL! Making phone with 2nd camera and not even bothering to add software option for video call? HAHHA Thats just lame! But I guess its for most "android" phones.
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Fanboy maybe...of the iPhone type perhaps?
Considering they are the only mfgs to add said software.
Goggle+ works great and so does google voice which is a preinstalled app of android systems...
Which means making your post is a waste of time
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gatorrph said:
I was able to initiate a video call to the wife's One S using Google Talk on my Samsung Note 2 with no problem but the front camera image quality of the HTC is so bad the feature is useless. I found this thread while searching to see if others had better results. The image on the HTC is dark and grainy on the phone's own screen and is so pixilated after being transmitted to mine it totally useless , the Samsung's is crystal clear.
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The front camera isn't actually that had. You just have to try to remove some dust from it. It's terrible design to hide the camera down there, it gets full of dust in no time
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2 megapixel front facing camera ain't shabby compare to other high end devices
The one x "superphone"...having a 1.3 mp....front face. Does that make it better than 2.0 without so called 720p?
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Smartphone without the "phone" part?

I almost never use my phone to communicate, and I have lately accepted and embraced my creeping paranoia. So, I'm looking for a device that does what my phone does, but without the phone, GPS, or microphone.
Does such a device exist? Is it possible to physically modify a smartphone to the same effect?
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I almost never use my phone to communicate, and I have lately accepted and embraced my creeping paranoia. So, I'm looking for a device that does what my phone does, but without the phone, GPS, or microphone.
Does such a device exist? Is it possible to physically modify a smartphone to the same effect?
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With root you can disable GPS, Phone and microphone
Newyork! said:
With root you can disable GPS, Phone and microphone
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That means someone else can enable it via software too. I'm thinking more along the lines of physically disabling those components.
icewater0 said:
That means someone else can enable it via software too. I'm thinking more along the lines of physically disabling those components.
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You can take out from the system these stuff and then unroot your phone. So no app can still install something to the system.
Trade it in for a tablet? ???
Evolution_Tech said:
Trade it in for a tablet? ???
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A tablet would be great but I can't find one that's pocket-friendly...
icewater0 said:
A tablet would be great but I can't find one that's pocket-friendly...
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I suppose you're right. I've just never seen a question quite like this. I'd follow the previous instructions of rooting and disabling.
Evolution_Tech said:
I suppose you're right. I've just never seen a question quite like this. I'd follow the previous instructions of rooting and disabling.
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I'm kind of fixated on this idea of doing it at the hardware level at this point - I doubt it works that way but maybe get in there with a solder gun and pull some stuff out
Removing certain physical components would be a bad idea. If the device even turns on properly, you'll likely get crashes and FCs and whatnot. Even freezing/disabling certain functions like the phone can cause problems, since the ROM expects them to work. For example, being a phone, it has to be able to make emergency calls even without a SIM or service set up.
You could, however, use a ROM that lets you deny permissions to certain things (like calls, microphone, GPS). CyanogenMod, for example, or any of the number of ROMs that incorporate this CM feature. You'll have to disable them on a per-app basis, and you should always do a back-up first just in case things go awry.

Bullet Wireless Track Control

Does anyone know of a way (or an app) that will let me skip back a track. It used to be three clicks on the wired bullets but it doesn't appear to work on the wireless set.
Any suggestions welcome
How the **** did you get those?
Everytime they are avaible they are bought out in like a minute.
Send help xD
byReqz said:
How the **** did you get those?
Everytime they are avaible they are bought out in like a minute.
Send help xD
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Its $87 on Aliexpress for now.
byReqz said:
How the **** did you get those?
Everytime they are avaible they are bought out in like a minute.
Send help xD
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O2 store. Worst marketing ever. Saw someone's comments on Facebook that they were selling them. Ordered and arrived a day later.
But on topic... Track control and now audible feedback is bloody non existent. For example long press doesn't give you the Google notification 'ping' to let you know you can start taking to Google Assistant.
And as above, no skip to previous track option.
Shame because their primary function, as earphones, they are bloody good for the money. Comfy as well.
Presumably, as no one has them yet (or very few) this question may stay unanswered for some time.
However, does anyone know whether, in theory, there's scope for changing this should Oneplus feel so inclined?
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Does anyone know of a way (or an app) that will let me skip back a track. It used to be three clicks on the wired bullets but it doesn't appear to work on the wireless set.
Any suggestions welcome
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I've been using JetAudio Plus and that works.
Kaleshwar said:
I've been using JetAudio Plus and that works.
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That works with the bullets?
Presumably this is only for locally stored music? I really wanted this functionality to work with Spotify.
Also I've just tried it. The three clicks does not skip to previous track I am afraid.
looks like works only with local file players , not with streaming apps
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looks like works only with local file players , not with streaming apps
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Just to be clear, we are on about the wireless bullets here.
I've tried Google Play Music, VLC and JetAudio and it works with none of them so I'm not sure why I'm getting these sort of responses.
The WIRED version works with everything. Even Spotify if you know how.
But the WIRELESS earbuds do not. The functionality does not appear to be supported at present.
So, can anyone actually tell me a) whether in theory it's possible, or better still, b) if they've managed to do it and if so how?
Also looking for a solution on this!
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Also looking for a solution on this!
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At this point I'll take a theoretical solution I. E. Can it be done.
I'm absolutely baffled by the decision however
Have posted this as a bug with OnePlus because I can't get my head around this UI decision.
https://forums.oneplus.com/threads/...-skip-to-previous-track-functionality.876498/

Question Z Flip 3 and True Phone application

Hello! I use Z Flip 3 and I'm very upset that I can't use the True Phone app, due to the fact that I can't see who is calling when the phone is foldable. Is there a solution to this problem?
Anghel Botta said:
Hello! I use Z Flip 3 and I'm very upset that I can't use the True Phone app, due to the fact that I can't see who is calling when the phone is foldable. Is there a solution to this problem?
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Use the Samsung phone app or deal with it, I use the Google dialer and am having the same issue
I am using true phone and have no problem. Just set in true phone settings the default incoming call screen from Samsung.
luigi90210 said:
Use the Samsung phone app or deal with it, I use the Google dialer and am having the same issue
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wow... XDA is such a heart warming place where people can ask questions
apatcas said:
wow... XDA is such a heart warming place where people can ask questions
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Do I have to be soft and sweet when telling him the truth here on xda? If telling someone the truth straight up is so mean and offensive to you than maybe you shouldn't be on the internet
The feature he wants(answering the phone using his preferred dialer app on the cover screen ) isn't supported on this device. Either use the app that supports the feature he wants or deal with the fact that he has to open his phone to answer the phone. Those are his options, unless you have another solution
I too was surprised by your tone - it seemed unnecesary to me, plus the fact you answered but didn't offer a solution. We don't need to be soft and sweet - just correct. If you spoke like that to a stranger in real life, it wouldn't end well...
Actually, zorantomas' post is the solution - so you dial out with True Phone, and incoming calls are handled via the Samsung phone app. That works, you can answer from the small display directly, and use the True Phone UI to make calls.
In short I doubt we will ever see 3rd part widgets for the small display since there will be security concerns about what is displayed without having to unlock the device, and it's a capability for - atm - a single product line.
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I am using true phone and have no problem. Just set in true phone settings the default incoming call screen from Samsung.
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How did you set this? I can find an option to use True Phone for incoming calls only, but not the other way around. Thanks!
greenemage said:
How did you set this? I can find an option to use True Phone for incoming calls only, but not the other way around. Thanks!
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