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seems like a simple question to me, how to install .apk files

I have searched and searched. I've used this website since my HTC 6700 and usually searching yields the answer i need. . . ..
I have a rooted CDMA Hero running fresh 1.1
but HOW do i install simple programs
i do not have apps2SD because i don't need it. . . .
is it as simple as putting the .apk on the memory card and going to file explorer *on the phone* and running it?
thanks i know this is simple but i do not know how to do it.

yes. it is that simple.

Yes, you can do that or you can install it using ADB
Code:
adb install <app name>.apk
Or you can use HTC Sync or some other 3rd party software to do it.

Astro Works too.. but you must enable 3rd party apps in settings

thanks everyone, i just didn't want to put it on my card and have the phone go crazy not recognizing where the program was.
and why do i have to wait 5 minutes between posts? I've had an account for 2 years.

gonzoangel said:
thanks everyone, i just didn't want to put it on my card and have the phone go crazy not recognizing where the program was.
and why do i have to wait 5 minutes between posts? I've had an account for 2 years.
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Time doesn't matter, its all about the # and this was only your 4th.

SORRY!
the application package installer (process com.android.packageinstaller) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
so just clicking on it and running it didn't work, i guess i'll try through adb

Failure [installed_failed_conflicting_provider]

What app are you trying to install?

i think its just the one apk i'm trying to install is bad, just did it with 3 other ones and its ok.

gonzoangel said:
i think its just the one apk i'm trying to install is bad, just did it with 3 other ones and its ok.
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Yeah, that was the route i was heading in.

kbizzle said:
What app are you trying to install?
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an illegal one, i'll just pay the four bucks
but i am enjoying oregon trail now

gonzoangel said:
an illegal one, i'll just pay the four bucks
but i am enjoying oregon trail now
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Lol. I thought that might be why they were being installed from the SD card. Keep in mind, some .apk are not all meant to be run on our Heros. Some are specific to other Android builds, mainly all but our Cupcake 1.5. Lol

kbizzle said:
Lol. I thought that might be why they were being installed from the SD card. Keep in mind, some .apk are not all meant to be run on our Heros. Some are specific to other Android builds, mainly all but our Cupcake 1.5. Lol
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yah thanks man, i was trying to install twidroid pro and it was the wrong apk or whatever, it was the whole reason i downloaded this one torrent. Oh well.
but we will not talk about that kinda stuff here *hushes lips*

Ringtone Trimmer

For the life of me I cannot install the stock ringtone trimmer onto DamageControl v1.0. Does anyone have the .apk file I need and instructions on how to install it?
Thanks guys
Lastly, all the developers involved in bringing us 2.1 to the Hero...you guys are friggin awesome. Long live the Hero!!!!!

ummm get it off of the market? it is free you know! if not google for the apk..it won't be warez as it's free. and to install just put it on your sd card and use linda file browser or another and that's, that. you could also use htc sync to install.

fixxxer2008 said:
ummm get it off of the market? it is free you know! if not google for the apk..it won't be warez as it's free. and to install just put it on your sd card and use linda file browser or another and that's, that. you could also use htc sync to install.
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No go on the market. I don't want to use RingDroid. I loved the stock trimmer as it was basic and did exactly what I needed. Nothing more, nothing less

the.ghost.86 said:
No go on the market. I don't want to use RingDroid. I loved the stock trimmer as it was basic and did exactly what I needed. Nothing more, nothing less
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google the apk maybe?

fixxxer2008 said:
google the apk maybe?
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I have the .apk...I believe it's from 1.5, but when I use HTC Sync to install it, I receive a message on the device that it was not installed. No reason as to why though. I've tried installing it through AndroZip as well, same problem. Can't figure out whether I have the wrong file or whether I'm doing something wrong.

the.ghost.86 said:
I have the .apk...I believe it's from 1.5, but when I use HTC Sync to install it, I receive a message on the device that it was not installed. No reason as to why though. I've tried installing it through AndroZip as well, same problem. Can't figure out whether I have the wrong file or whether I'm doing something wrong.
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download the fresh kitchen and there is a tool in there that will allow you to push the file to system/app.

fixxxer2008 said:
download the fresh kitchen and there is a tool in there that will allow you to push the file to system/app.
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Ha ha. Yet another avenue that failed for me. And if I remember correctly, Flipz said his pre-kitchen only half worked with 2.1...I seem to remember him specifically saying not to try to push with it. I learned that only after I locked up my device when I tried to push the trimmer.

the.ghost.86 said:
Ha ha. Yet another avenue that failed for me. And if I remember correctly, Flipz said his pre-kitchen only half worked with 2.1...I seem to remember him specifically saying not to try to push with it. I learned that only after I locked up my device when I tried to push the trimmer.
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hmmm... im out of idea's then man!

the.ghost.86 said:
Ha ha. Yet another avenue that failed for me. And if I remember correctly, Flipz said his pre-kitchen only half worked with 2.1...I seem to remember him specifically saying not to try to push with it. I learned that only after I locked up my device when I tried to push the trimmer.
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The reason the ringtone trimmer from the fresh kitchen didn't work is because its a 1.5 apk n not compatible. You could download flipz ROM and extract it or pm me your email and I'll send it to you

the.ghost.86 said:
For the life of me I cannot install the stock ringtone trimmer onto DamageControl v1.0. Does anyone have the .apk file I need and instructions on how to install it?
Thanks guys
Lastly, all the developers involved in bringing us 2.1 to the Hero...you guys are friggin awesome. Long live the Hero!!!!!
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Here is the RingtoneTirimmer .apk from the Legend ROM. Its an HTC 2.1 ROM so it should work just fine. Install it through adb to your system folder.

gomorrah said:
Here is the RingtoneTirimmer .apk from the Legend ROM. Its an HTC 2.1 ROM so it should work just fine. Install it through adb to your system folder.
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Sweet! Thanks. I'll download this and give it a try. I'm the most savvy adb user so I'll try installing it through the HTC Sync.
Thanks again.

the.ghost.86 said:
Sweet! Thanks. I'll download this and give it a try. I'm the most savvy adb user so I'll try installing it through the HTC Sync.
Thanks again.
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Used HTC Sync to install it. Worked like a charm.

the.ghost.86 said:
Used HTC Sync to install it. Worked like a charm.
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Glad to hear it.

BlackGlassSwype (NO EXPIRATION)

I know there are 3(or more) existing swype threads. I KNOW THIS. I just threw my swype kb file folder from black glass into the full version swype for those that wanted a BlackGlass swype that didnt know how to do it themselves. Get it HERE. If any one wants a new color lemme know and ill put it up when i get a chance, so we have more colors to choose from.
If you cant get it make sure you hav3 done the following:
for those who are getting expired messages try removing all traces of Swype:
1. In terminal,
Code:
rm /data/app/com.swype.android.inputmethod.apk
2. In terminal,
Code:
rm -r /data/data/com.swype.android.inputmethod
3. Clear your dalvik-cache
I've not gotten an expiration yet, but hopefully this works for you
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I love Swype, but have no idea what you're talking about lol. Can I get a screen shot?

wont install for me through a file manager, adb push, or adb install

Yeah this will not install no go.
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DanWalker said:
I love Swype, but have no idea what you're talking about lol. Can I get a screen shot?
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Sorry bout that. This is SWYPE. It has a black kb. It, unlike lite versions im seeing everyone complaining about does NOT expire. It looks like THIS(scroll down towards bottom)

ekolon said:
wont install for me through a file manager, adb push, or adb install
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you enabled sype input method right?
Envynet said:
Yeah this will not install no go.
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its always worked for me. Im currently using this exact apk in my rom. Not sure what the problem could be. You can always take the libs from it and throw them in your roms lib folder (using root explorer on an already installed system), thats how i make it work out of the box in my mods. It should just install, i normally use andro or root exp to install apps that werent included in the rom. Root commander works great too. I dont use adb for apk installation.

I tried pushing it first then used Astro to install

chfields said:
I tried pushing it first then used Astro to install
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THANKS for the feedback.Yeah astro should work too...

Maybe I got a bad download I will try again downloading it and using Root Explorer to install.

Envynet said:
Maybe I got a bad download I will try again downloading it and using Root Explorer to install.
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right on. if not pm n ill get it going for you. i have a few diff. copies,but this is the one im currently using. I had to mess with it some to get it to work with a new rom install(its a choice from get go) so i learned a little about installing it

Not working for me either... used Linda and Estrongs file explorers... neither worked.
Do you need a previous version of Swype installed for it to work?

Won't install for me either
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The way it worked for me, I had to adb remove swype first, then download to SD and then use astro to install

Yeah im going to guess if you had swype previously installed this one probably wont install for you.

the **** doesnt install anyway i tried, i did have it previously, what folder do i adb pull from?

I used Advanced task manager to uninstall my previous version, then Estrongs File Explorer to install this one, works fine for me. Thanks!

Won't install for me either...

phonetec said:
the **** doesnt install anyway i tried, i did have it previously, what folder do i adb pull from?
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system/app...you will probably need to list the files to see exactly what its named to remove.
adb remount
adb shell
cd system/app
ls
rm whateveritsnamed.apk

This is a developer site right? Well this is just an app install. I put it up to help ppl out not piss them off. Ive listed the best way to do it and it works FLAWLESSLY. Please do the following or listen to my previous instructions before threadbombing...This is not hard, so please calm down and try not to get upset. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
INSTRUCTIONS
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1)REMOVE ANY EXISTING SWYPE YOU MAY ALREADY HAVE
2)MAKE SURE ITS ACTUALLY GONE(it can be pesky to remove)
3)DOWNLOAD THE APK TO SD
4)USE ANDROZIP FILE EXPLORER TO INSTALL THE FILE(i think astro works too)
5)ENABLE YOUR SWYPE OPTION FROM settings/language keyboards
6)LONG PRESS ON A TEXT ENTRY FIELD
7)TAP INPUT METHOD
8)CHOOSE SWYPE TO USE IT
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And lastly if this does not work for you and you still really want swype i have a rom i just put up yesturday that has swype,android kb, and htc kb included and you just select whichever you want to use(no installing anything). Good luck AND MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU(im not a star wars freak, just seemed like the right thing to say)
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Thanks, was missing my black kb, any chance we could get the micro black version? Mine quit on me yesterday morning

Droid Swype KB + ASOP KB signed

Hey guys,
I am a big fan of ASOP so I've been looking for good replacement for the KB and found
1) Thanks to Aloysius from his Hero threat - ASOP KB signed. Just flash it over any ROM and you will get ASOP KB
2) My friend owns a Droid Incredible so he told me today that they got Swype working, but damn it looks so much better than what I've seen before. I am attaching screenshots and the actual apk.
Both work
Landscape mode for the upcoming questions
Good luck

Does this have the correct landscape resolution?
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See for yourself

Holy guacamole! *Licks*

what is ASOP?

thecalip said:
what is ASOP?
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It's actually "AOSP." Android Open Source Project.
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Nice! Thanks
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Kykiskly said:
See for yourself
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is that the latest updated swype?

I love that droid skin for swype too bad it doesnt have the voice to txt button

Thank you very much, will this one expire any time soon?

How do I install this. I tried downloading the file and I keep getting parse error. I deleted all the files in my download folders and even downloaded it on my work pc and sent it as an email attachment.
I can do the swype but how to do I apply the ASOP.

gqstatus0685 said:
How do I install this. I tried downloading the file and I keep getting parse error. I deleted all the files in my download folders and even downloaded it on my work pc and sent it as an email attachment.
I can do the swype but how to do I apply the ASOP.
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You have to go to Recovery mode and apply the update. It is a signed rar update.

Oh man. Me and this Evo battled last night for hours trying to root this thing. Ok so I'm guessing I'll download file, put it on SDcard, turn off, hold volume down and press power and just choose that file?

gqstatus0685 said:
Oh man. Me and this Evo battled last night for hours trying to root this thing. Ok so I'm guessing I'll download file, put it on SDcard, turn off, hold volume down and press power and just choose that file?
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Yes, download the zip file, place it in your SD, boot into recovery - Flipz green screen - OR - Rom manager - blue screen
Apply update from sdcard, locate the zip and press the power button to apply it.
Then reboot, go to your phone settings, Keyboard settings and you will see Android KB available.
Lastly, open either your sms or email, tap your finger in the input screen to chose different input, and chose Android KB.
That should be it.

I will try that.

check out ROM Manager if you are fully rooted..very easy!

Ok. I downloaded it and uninstalled the Swype that I previously had. I'm assuming I'd have to download the new Swype to work with this keyboard. I went into input method and I see 2 options for Android Keyboard. I'm guessing it doesn't matter which one I choose correct?
I'll check out ROM manager.

Yay! I did it looks sweet.

Where was this apk to download? I want to download this version ASAP
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SheeerZ said:
Where was this apk to download? I want to download this version ASAP
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In the first post (click)

Green Status Bar Fix for OTA

This is a modified SystemUI.apk to give you the green Signal & Wi-Fi bars. They will be green all the time, but it looks better this way. I installed it using NinjaMorph, but you could install it any way you'd like..
Message me if you need help.
You MUST be rooted for this to work!

FatalityBoyZahy said:
This is a modified SystemUI.apk to give you the green Signal & Wi-Fi bars. They will be green all the time, but it looks better this way. I installed it using NinjaMorph, but you could install it any way you'd like..
Message me if you need help.
Screenshots will be up soon
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I would love to have them work so green means uninhibited connection, but i agree I do like me some green =)
do you know of any thing (other than a new ROM) where you can set what color it uses?

Is there any other way to install this other than ninja morph?

You could probably just use a root file manager

FatalityBoyZahy said:
You could probably just use a root file manager
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I am not rooted. I am running the LG GB leak from yesterday. I have astro installed, will that work?

tidewaterns said:
I am not rooted. I am running the LG GB leak from yesterday. I have astro installed, will that work?
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if it writes anything to system, i doubt it will work unless rooted. why not just flash the rooted leak?

Looks perfect I used Root explorer
sent from Abbottabad, Pakistan with no internet connection

I'm sorry but could someone be a little more informative on exactly how you would go about using thing thing????

FastJoe78 said:
I'm sorry but could someone be a little more informative on exactly how you would go about using thing thing????
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Download root explorer from the market. Download the .apk from the first post and place it on the root of your sdcard. Open root explorer and find the .apk you just placed on your sdcard and long press it and hit copy. The go to system>app and paste it there. It should replace the stock SystemUI.apk. Then reboot and you should have the green icons.

Thank You. Any info on maybe a segmented accurate battery mod? (Im sure their are a few floating around here, but thought I would post)

They have one posted now
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