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Did you know the Evo 4G has a secret second notification LED? It's true! Located on the right side of the speaker near the Sprint logo, the so-called WiMAX LED was added by HTC but never put to work. With WiMAX Message Notifier, you can put this LED to good use.
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Downloads below. If you have any issues, please, please, please read the release notes and FAQs before you post here.
If you get an FC, check logcat (e.g., using aLogcat) to see if there is a stack trace. Next, check to see if there is a log file on your SD card in the /WiMAXNotifier/logs/ directory. If you find anything, please post it here, or let me know if there are still no logs.
IMPORTANT: Uninstall any previous version of WiMAX Notifier before installing the latest one! That shouldn't be necessary in the future, but for now it is.
Market: coming soon! Either with the next version, or once I am confident that this version is stable.
Source code: evo-wimax-led-notifier Google Code project page
Release Notes:
Possible future improvements:
Support for email/missed call/voicemail/whatever notifications (requires research)
Revamp the UI (Just needs some time)
Coming soon
4G connectivity notifications (I mostly know how to do this)
GMail notifications
ETA: ???
v2011-01-30.2 BETA (current)
Non-broken version of what 2011-01-30.1 should have fixed. Needs testing on CM. Thanks pseudo_nomen!
If you are running a version older than v2011-01-23.1, you need to uninstall it before installing this version.
Ignore all texts from sender 9016 - these are Sprint notifications. This should really fix the voicemail-causing-light-to-get-stuck-on bug.
v2011-01-30.1 BETA (broken, don't use)
Hopefully fixed the issue where new voicemail notifications would cause the LED to come on and get stuck on. I have no idea if this will work on CyanogenMod or with any given messaging app.
If you are running a version older than v2011-01-23.1, you need to uninstall it before installing this version.
Examine incoming SMSes and try to determine whether they are text messages or voicemail control commands
v2011-01-24.1
Try to work around a bug in CyanogenMod. This should work on all ROMs, but if you already have v2011-01-23.1 and you aren't running CM, there's not any reason to upgrade.
If you are running a version older than v2011-01-23.1, you need to uninstall it before installing this version.
Check for ability to write to device, and try root if unable to. Hopefully this will work around a bug in CyanogenMod.
v2011-01-23.1
Almost completely re-written! Should be much faster and more reliable than bluedragon's version.
Uninstall old versions before installing this one!
Rewrote LED control code with a much less hacky version. Should be faster and more compatible across phones/ROMs.
Rewrote notification management code. Benefits: More stable, much faster detection of messages getting read, less battery usage (may not be noticeable)
New GUI. Currently looks pretty awful, as it was not a priority in this version.
App will now check to make sure the WiMAX LED is available whenever you start it. If you get a message saying "Your phone/ROM doesn't support the WiMAX LED!", post a message here with your hardware revision, ROM, and kernel.
Prepared code for adding new features.
v2011-01-08.1 (doesn't work for some people)
I still haven't been able to track down the FCs. The only big change in this version is the addition of a lot more logging - hopefully I'll finally be able to catch them.
More logging to try and catch those elusive FCs.
Move "Reset LED" to the main screen of the app instead of having it in a menu.
v2011-01-04 19:11
Initial release. There will still probably be FCs. I am trying to track down where they are coming from.
Added a "Reset LED" option in case the service crashes without disabling the LED. You can access it by opening the app and pressing menu. It will turn the LED off (but won't mark your messages as read).
* This is an update of the abandoned WiMAX Message Notifier project by bluedragon742. The primary goal is to fix the random Force Closes present in bluedragon's version. I may also add additional features at a later point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. How do I stop the normal LED from coming on? I don't need both!
A. From the launcher, press Menu and go to Settings --> Display --> Notification flash. You can then uncheck SMS/MMS. If you want to disable the built-in vibration/sound, or if you are using a non-stock messaging app, you should check the settings in all of the messaging apps you have installed.
Q. How much does this app cost?
A. For XDA members, it's free. There will be a paid version in the Market at some point, probably for $0.99. Of course, donations are always gladly accepted. If you're too cheap/broke to send me a buck or two, Dropbox signups through my referral link are always appreciated.
Q. Is this app ad-supported?
A. Nope. There really isn't any way I can think of to add ads.
Q. Does this app require root?
A. No.
Q. Is ____ feature supported?
A. Currently this app only handles SMS and MMS messages. I will hopefully be able to support incoming/missed calls, new voicemails, and GMail in future releases.
Q. Will this app drain my battery?
A. This app runs in the background via a Broadcast Receiver and only runs the service while the LED is on which therefore should not kill your battery.
Q. Can you support ____ rate or _____ color?
A. I am limited to what colors and rates are provided by the system.
Q. Are you using all of the available rates and colors?
A. Yes
Q. Will this work with my current SMS/MMS app and do I have to disable any notifications?
A. This app is designed to compliment, or work along side, your existing SMS/MMS app meaning that you should not have to disable anything in order for this app to work properly. It has been tested with the stock SMS/MMS app, Handcent, and Chomp.
Q. Do you have a Twitter account that I can follow to track your progress?
A. No. All progress will be posted in this thread, so you might have to dig through it.
Q. How do I live test the SMS and MMS notifications to make sure they work correctly?
A. Simple - send yourself an e-mail to "[your 10-digit number]@messaging.sprintpcs.com" for SMS or "[your 10-digit number]@pm.sprint.com" for MMS
Q. Does the message service always run in the background?
A. No. It is started when a new message is received and killed when the message has been read.
Q. What should I do if this app force closes?
A. Post here with the contents of the file "/sdcard/WiMAXNotifier/logs/wmnTrace_XXXXX.stack" if one exists and a dump from LogCat so that I may see what is causing the problem and fix it quickly. The .stack file is just a normal text file; you can rename it to .txt and attach it to your post, or open it in a text editor and copy the contents to Pastebin.com then post a link.
Q. Why does this app require Internet permissions?
A. In order for the hyperlinks in the About dialog to work correctly. (Full permissions list coming soon!)
Reserved for possible future use.
Niiice, glad to see a new thread. Thanks for keeping it alive and hopefully updated.
Right on!!! New favorite thread added
great!!!!
today.. your old app was force closing like crazy.
i looked in my SD card for your log.. guess the log will be created with the new app in this thread...
if so. you might want to mention that...
This is great
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Dan330 said:
great!!!!
today.. your old app was force closing like crazy.
i looked in my SD card for your log.. guess the log will be created with the new app in this thread...
if so. you might want to mention that...
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Well, there won't be a log if it's crashing somewhere I don't have any error handling yet.
Cool this version actually works. I could never get the market version to work for some reason.
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It still force closes :/
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I appreciate the effort. This is a great concept and its great to see someone pick it up and run with it! Thank you!
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big790 said:
It still force closes :/
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I'm not too surprised - I only fixed a few very minor things in this release. My main goal was to add the turn off led feature and get a new thread started. I plan to look more closely at it this weekend.
Do you recomend us removing the update from November/December and installing the january update from scratch. Or is it ok to just installe the new version over the older one?
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Do you recomend us removing the update from November/December and installing the january update from scratch. Or is it ok to just installe the new version over the older one?
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Noxious Ninja said:
IMPORTANT: Uninstall any previous version of WiMAX Notifier from the other thread (including my test version) before installing one of my new versions.
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It probably won't even install over the old one if you tried.
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It probably won't even install over the old one if you tried.
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I hope u keep this app going I love it and still use it, fc and all. Thanks for picking it up and trying to fix it.
My Mynion swyped my Phantom Evo via XDA App.
Thanks for taking this project on.
Pssst. You need a donate link so we can start sending beer money your way
NeoteriX said:
Thanks for taking this project on.
Pssst. You need a donate link so we can start sending beer money your way
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+1 on the donate button. And thanks alot for reviving this.
Noxious Ninja said:
New thread up! Please direct any and all discussion of my version over there.
WiMAX Message Notifier redux [2011-01-04]
Does it FC, or what?
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Yes. It does it only a few times. I had to factory rest my phone (unrelated issues) and have not been using an ATK and have had zero issues (with the redux). But I hope you stick with this because it is my most useful app
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Thanks again Ninja! It has been working perfectly for me ever since you re-did it. Is there any way you can make this compatible with gingerbread? I tried installing it on dc13/evokings titanium black project x GBv3 and it wouldn't work.
I got my first force close since installing the "new" app. I could not find an error file on my sd card.
Is anyone else having issues getting Grooveshark to work properly? I had originally been able to log in fine and start the application but songs would not play. I tried wifi and network. Now I can't even log in. Something about a connection problem with the application being offline. I have tried reinstalling/clearing.
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same here i have not been able to log in.
I fixed my login issue. Make sure your keyboard isn't putting a space after your username. That fixed it for me. But song will still not play...
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Yep same here. Grooveshark requested I send verbose logging, however no logs get created when the issue is reproduced. Does anyone know of a fix?
LG G2x
I emailed them as well and asked for the logging. Mine did produce a log and I sent it along. Hopefully they get it fixed. In the meantime I'm stuck with offlining songs.
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Here is a message I have recieved from [email protected]
Hi Darrin. I am terribly sorry for trouble and delay. I would like to help make this right. Can you let me know if you are getting an error message when this happens? Is it happening on a specific network? WiFI or 3G?
Also, due to some problems on higher end Android devices, our mobile team has decided to restructure the Anroid player. This should really improve streaming and playback on newer Android devices. We are hoping to have the update ready in the next 2-3 weeks.
Hello guys, im the developer of Root Call Blocker, an advanced call and SMS blocking app for rooted phones.
The app is currently in open beta here at XDA:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1051274
I dont have a Droid X or any CDMA phone and need testers! Please let me know if you are interested in some hard-core testing and logging...
Downloaded and will test on my Droid x ...
Thank you! And dont forget to update in the next few hours, we are pushing a bugfix later today...
i've been using it for at least week, and downloaded 2 or 3 updates. as far as i know, it works fine. i tested it on calls, but haven't on sms. i like that the phone doesn't ring at all.
sent you an email suggesting the log be optional.
sorry, i'm using droid x on liberty gingerbread v0.5.
Yes, i got the email, i will be adding logging options soon! Any more suggestions?
I have been using it and it seems to block calls but not text messages.
I tried it as just block SMS only & I also tried it to do SMS & block calls
But it never did the SMS!
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Downloading now... I'll try my best to help out.
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Please write in this thread if you have comments or suggestions!
I'd love too test, I been looking for a better call blocker, although it force closes on me everytime I try to install it.
Do you have root? If not, it will do that...
been rooted since day 1
You will have to send us some logs... fcs are not exactly a common issue.
Hello guys, please get me some feedbeack on the latest build. Are sms blocking issues using "block and save" still present?
Weve been trying hard to iron things out, and have two new reject methods planned especially for cdma phones, so i will need some of your help to get them working properly! PM me if youre interested.
Updated, let me know if your issues are fixed please!
I'll give it a go. I've been looking for a good application like for a while
Hi, could you guys please give the following version (preview of tonights release) to see if SMS blocking is fixed.
EDIT: ATTACHMENT REMOVED
The latest update is very stable!
D/ling now I have been looking for a good callblocker. Will let you know my thoughts in a day or two.
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Hi, that version has been deprecated. You had better get the latest market version as it has been updated considerably!
I just tested this with a buddy of mine. My voicemail is still picking up even though I set the block method to constantly ring.
Could this be a problem because i use google voice?
Sorry if this topic has been brought up before but I've been looking around and haven't been able to find much as far as netflix support on the Charge. So far my experience with all the various mods that have been released is that they simply don't work. The closest I have gotten to one working was the mod by ften for v1.2.1 which allowed me to log in and pick a movie to stream, upon which I got the 2005 error. I have heard that this error has since been fixed for several devices with the newer 1.2.2 mods, however all of them seem to have restored the initial issue of the app crashing after attempting to log in. My question is could this issue be caused by the same problem that caused the first apk release to crash? And if so, could one of the new modded apk's be modified in the same fashion as ften's initial 1.2.1 crash fix to create a fully functional apk for the Charge?
I have an evo and they recently updated the application. I had to uninstall, reboot, and then reinstall the Netflix application. Otherwise I was getting the same problem you're getting now.
Maybe give that a shot?
PS I know nothing about the modified Netflix apk or what the first problem was that caused that problem. Just trying to be helpful.
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teh_apple said:
I have an evo and they recently updated the application. I had to uninstall, reboot, and then reinstall the Netflix application. Otherwise I was getting the same problem you're getting now.
Maybe give that a shot?
PS I know nothing about the modified Netflix apk or what the first problem was that caused that problem. Just trying to be helpful.
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I have tried that method with several different apk's and haven't had any luck so far. Like I said the 1.2.1 crash fixed apk was the only one that let me get passed the login screen. Thanks for the input though it is appreciated!
I am pretty sure you will need to be running a gingerbread based rom for netflix to work correctly.
Anyone noticed after the latest update from the Market, that Pinball HD for Tegra no longer starts. It just gives the message "This Application Copy is Not Genuine - exiting"..
Also tried rebooting, reinstalling and ensuring I have an active net connection incase there's any cruddy DRM in effect..
Have tried emailing the dev, but even the email address listed on the market is wrong.. they have it listed as 'gamepom.com' which bounces, but I guessed it was 'gameprom.com'.. haven't had a reply yet..
Same issues here, it seems a bug with the update. I reported via the devs website support form with no reply yet.
I updated it yesterday and its also not working on my galaxy tab. Makes me angry
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Damnit! I literally just hit update on it before reading this thread. Just tested it and now my copy is broken. Thank god for titanium. Restoring backup now...
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There's a new update, working again