Ok I love the stock browser on this phone. I'm running the latest leedroid Rom and am more than happy with the performance of the stock browser. I'm coming from an Atrix which had an unusable stock browser. The inspire one is smooth enough but has a severe limitation. Only 4 windows at a time.
I dug around and found a modified browser.apk which allowed 16 windows. The instructions were to use root explorer to overwrite the stock browser.apk with the modified one. Of course not before making a backup. I did this and rebooted the phone. The new modified browser would force close every time I tried to open it.
Back into root explorer and I replaced the modified browser with the stock one I had just backed up. Rebooted and now the stock browser is force closing and I can't get it to work.
My questions are, is there any other way to modify the stock browser to make this work? Or should I just use a different browser?
My experience with other browsers has only been decent. I like the speed and layout of Opera, but HATE its inaccuracy when holding to select links, as well as highlighting text to copy and paste. FireFox isn't fast enough for me as far as scrolling and zooming goes. And I just don't really like dolphin lol
If I can't make the stock browser open more windows ill just resort to dolphin and deal with it.
This is of course, if I can even get the stock browser working again.
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Best browser=Miren
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ThEiiNoCeNT said:
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Even though I still Luke the stock.. +1
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Major browser issues
Did you make a backup of your rom? If so, why dont you just restore it and go from there?
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I tried it out but didn't like it The zooming was often choppy and copy/paste was inconsistent.
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You can't just copy an apk to /system/app from your sdcard.
copy it then set permissions to rw/r/r then reboot
I was able to fix it by properly setting the permissions with root explorer. Everything is working fine. After using the stock browser again for 5 minutes I've already deleted every other browser on the phone. I'm not sure which browser is packaged with leedroid, but its amazing. The only limitation is the 4 page thing.
I know exactly how to fix it using adb to edit the apk. I don't have a working comp right now so if I ask very nicely can someone do it for me? I can post exactly what needs to be changed in the apk and I can upload my browser.apk
Thank you in advance.
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You can't just copy an apk to /system/app from your sdcard.
copy it then set permissions to rw/r/r then reboot
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Yep I figured it out just a bit ago. Thank you though because you would have saved me a restore.
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Here are the instructions, please help me Also is there a way to upload files using the xda app?
I made these changes to the HTC Browser.apk from VaelPak 3.2 RC 1, but it should work on any HTC Browser. 0x10 is 16 in hex, so you can make this value whatever you want. If you get above 25 or so open windows, the browser tends to crash.
com.android.browser.TabControl
.constructor()
Line 52: Change "const/4 v2, 0x4" to "const v2, 0x10"
.canCreateNewTab()
Line 565: Change "const/4 v0, 0x4" to "const v0, 0x10"
.createNewTab()
Line 618: Change "const/4 v1, 0x4" to "const v1, 0x10"
com.android.browser.htc.ui.ImageSlider
.add()
Line 658: Change "const/4 v3, 0x4" to "const v3, 0x10"
Once you know where to look, the changes are pretty easy with APKTool (just use version 1.3.1, since 1.3.2 has a bug and doesn't seem to work correctly).
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So I tried the Firefox browser again as well as the beta version and didn't like either of them. They didn't seem to be able to load flash and were unable to highlight text to copy and paste. I then went back to the dolphin browser, which I like but, it was a hair slower while zooming ahd scrolling than the stock browser. Then I went back to opera and it is definitely the fastest for scrolling and zooming. Funny thing is the stock browser sometimes chugs and other times it doesn't, I don't know what determines this. I really love the android browser over any other mobile browser that's out there. Just wish it was faster.
Maybe we need to wait for future more powerful devices that can push it all the way. Even my dual core Atrix did a worse job with the stock browser than this inspire does.
Just an update.
I am currently using Opera forced in desktop mode only. This is the fastest scolling and zooming browser there is. The only thing I hate is how opera functions when selecting text off of a page to copy. It is really cheap. I also like the fact that I can add any search engine to the browser. I couldnt stand how every time I did a Google search it would search through Google mobile, so I just added the main Google search and all was fixed.
Typing on forums has been a breeze for the most part with opera, now if I can just find a way to use the Native copy and paste on web pages it will be almost perfect. At least when editing text or web page URLs it uses the native highlight feature.
I think opera is ok, to me though the ui seems very cheap. Don't know exactly what it is, almost seems low res
I agree, but the zooming and scolling are unmatched. I can't stand the stutter while zooming, scrolling, or typing. Even if its a small amount and barely noticeable it will bug me.
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Im looking for a more functional browser, nothing fancy nor top of the line, just a little bit less irritating.
I have a samsung galaxy s vibrant and am irritated by the stock gallery. Firstly I cant play .GIF files, this is a major irritation cause i like to play the images for people and get a glorious laugh moment.
Secondly when I click the share button the list of apps pops up that I can use to share with. I can glide up or down this list smoothly, atleast within the confines of the screen. The list doesnt move when you slide up or down it just highlights whats initially visible on the screen. This is quite unfavorable if your an app whore with lots of apps that provide image sharing abilities because they seem to drown the other apps off the list.
Would any one be able to point out any decent replacement gallery apps or mods that allow these problems or issues to be remedied.
I use Dolphin HD as my "stock browser". For something no-fuss Id suggest Opera Mini.
As for a Gallery replacemnt; QuickPic is very good. I root-uninstalled the default Gallery (do at own risk).
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I use Dolphin HD as my "stock browser". For something no-fuss Id suggest Opera Mini.
As for a Gallery replacemnt; QuickPic is very good. I root-uninstalled the default Gallery (do at own risk).
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Damn im sorry i think my post was a little confusing .... im actually not looking for a browser for web im looking for a gallery or gallery replacement.
Ok. Did you try QuickPic?. Its fast, functional and has more options. :-D
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Devil Aus said:
Ok. Did you try QuickPic?. Its fast, functional and has more options. :-D
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Quickpic seems to be doing the trick ... no playing .gif files but i can get over that cause its smooth and light
you could also try picturen or justpicture
Quickpic rocks EXCEPT for 2 things:
1. No animated gifs
2. No Picasa integration
quickpic looks pretty good to me! thanks for the heads up!
Ive searched around for a while and havent been able to find anything but is there anyway to stop the browser from automatically resizing the text whenever you zoom in. I find it kinda annoying and i cant find anything in settings. Thnx.
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slayaman22232 said:
Ive searched around for a while and havent been able to find anything but is there anyway to stop the browser from automatically resizing the text whenever you zoom in. I find it kinda annoying and i cant find anything in settings. Thnx.
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I'm confused. You don't want the text to ZOOM when you ZOOM? ZOOMING, by definition, gives you a close up, which makes things appear bigger.
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I'm confused. You don't want the text to ZOOM when you ZOOM? ZOOMING, by definition, gives you a close up, which makes things appear bigger.
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No i want it to zoom, but i dont want the text to resize also.
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I am with homeslice on this one. In the browser settings you can select default text size. But when you zoom in and out the text will always change proportionately with the zoom. I personally have never used a browser on a phone or a computer that was any different.
Could not stand the default browser that came installed on my 7+,downloaded dolphin from play store, and it's so much better than the stock browser. Is there any way to change the default on the search bar at the top of the screen so it does not pull up the stock browser, but instead pulls up dolphin?
Tried clearing defaults on stock browser but did not work, still brings up stock browser. Any input will be appreciated.
Pp.
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The google search bar on the homescreen?, jut tried it, mine goes straight to dolphin. Mak sure to set dolphin as default from within dolphin.
Just tried it and was asked for default browser, cool beans it work!
Thanks for that.
Pp.
" His ten gallon hat holds approximately 13gallons. "
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I take it back, dolphin browser worked great for about one hour, after that it turned into slow crap.
Help.
Pp.
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Try Opera Mobile, although not perfect, is the one that gives an almost desktop like experience. And the smoothness of scrolling pages down/up is unbeatable.
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I liked the gnex browser better.
What's best for the one x? Chrome? But no flaah... What's the general concensus?
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using chrome beta myself. so far, it's been good to me.
I like chrome better than the stock browser. Haven't tried dolphin since I had the iBoring. Might try it soon though
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ICS Browser+. Its the same browser as the Galaxy Nexus (Stock ICS Browser) with a few additions.
Dolphin hd browser.
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I left the stock one on with flash for.. urm.. certain flash websites. But other then that I use chrome beta.
Btw enable side controls in labs
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ive been using ics browser
havent tried chrome yet , cuz i forgot lol
i used to love opera browser, but they dont work that well with ics yet
I prefer to use chrome beta, but I keep the stock browser as default because for whatever reason when I click a link from the facebook app it won't work in chrome but it does work with stock.
Chrome... and what was that post about "certain" websites with flash? lol... pr0n?
Anyway, I also have always liked Opera to be honest. Funny, I only like it on Android haha. I'm thinking I'll likely use Chrome over Opera now that it's out, but the look of Opera is pretty nice with the black and it maximizes on space. Also many other nice features...Most of which I think Chrome beta has, but still. Nice browser and been fast for me too.
ICS browser +
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Quick ics browser is my weapon of choice. Almost the same as ics browser + but you can adjust the threshold for the quick features.
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ICS Browser + for me.
Oh, and does anyone know if Chrome (beta) transfers bookmarks over from the desktop version?
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ICS Browser + for me.
Oh, and does anyone know if Chrome (beta) transfers bookmarks over from the desktop version?
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Yes, it will sync. You need to enable the sync of course on your phone. Then you also need to be signed in from your desktop browser. Go to the wrench and then "sign in" ... it says under the chrome beta on your mobile phone where to go. You need an app specific password I guess...It asked me for one so I made a new one.
Anyway, it worked and if you are then signed in on your desktop browser you can actually open the tabs you have open there on your phone!
However, it's a novel feature because of course it does not carry over any sessions. So right now I see this "reply to thread" page on my phone (it just synced) but if I open it on my One X, it asks me to sign in to XDA of course.
But most importantly, it will sync your bookmarks.
edit-- if you've never signed in before using chrome on your desktop, note that your browser might become themed. i thought the window chrome was messed up at first, but it ended up being a design element. i'm now trying to remove the theme...i don't like it and just want it basic windows color. (easy enough)
also note: if you develop web sites/apps locally ha, you might run into issues. it can't sync across the tab because it won't ever load on your phone of course. so on my desktop browser it now won't open my local web app. i turned off sync for tabs and only have it for bookmarks and autofill (under advanced in the settings up top next to your signed in account) but still no good. i may now have to sign out of chrome on the desktop just to build apps. that stinks.
Xscope browser for me.
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I prefer to use chrome beta, but I keep the stock browser as default because for whatever reason when I click a link from the facebook app it won't work in chrome but it does work with stock.
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I was frustrated too. Then I realized that I could clear the defaults. That worked.
Goto the Settings > Apps > Internet. Clear defaults.
This should set it to Chrome. Also you could change from App association
Cheers
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Dolphin HD. I used to use Chrome since it really screams, but it's just too buggy. I wish it wasn't since it even syncs with your desktop bookmarks. Hopefully it comes out of beta soon.
For myself personally I still thing that the Dolphin Mini is faster, more snappy and loads the pages way faster then Chrome Beta. Until google gets there's act together and makes the browser as snappy and less of a hog I'll just back and keep using Dolphin Mini.
Using ICS+.
Chrome and even the stock are good but I've been getting the occasional hiccup in both of those, no problems with ICS+ though. Also a very small amount of scrolling lag on Chrome too.
Anyone else running into the swype function on the default keyboard not working within Chrome? Specifically the address/search bar.
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chrome
How do you make Chrome the default browser on HTC one S? I've looked around on settings, did not see anything...help?
what web browser are you guys using and why?
lately ive been using MAXTHON Browser but i always seem to go back to Dolphin Browser for some reason.
Chrome Beta.
Stock JB browser. It runs better, no lags.
Chrome browser lags on my phone and slower than stock browser.
And i havent tried dolphin on this phone yet.
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I've tried all the most popular browsers and in the end I've chosen to stay with the stock. IMHO it works very nicely, expecially if you put it full screen, flash plugin on-demand, and enable the quick controls (those that appear by touching the outer part of the screen).
A good alternative IMHO is Maxthon.
Well I just read an article about boat browser and after testing it , it does load pages faster than Maxthon and Dolphin.
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stock sense
- flash player
- text reflow when pinch to zoom and double tap
- quick thumb controls that are even better than the standard stock ones
- nice ui
- quick and smooth
- no rendering problems with text/web pages
Chrome. The stock will suspend fast dormant on wcdma network for smooth response.
I use chrome also. The only thing that bothers me about chrome is that the address bar is always visible.
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Chrome. Stock browser is too slow. And I can link it with chrome on my computer.
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kylepont said:
Chrome. Stock browser is too slow. And I can link it with chrome on my computer.
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Agreed. Seeing the pages I have open on my PC from my phone is awesome. One of the main reasons I use Chrome Beta.
Also I would've tried the AOSP browser but it is deemed a "security risk"
Chrome Beta for its overall performance and the useful sync feature.
In this subject, I made a quite complete browser benchmark with our One S for "fun" and curiosity. I tested many popular browsers in different well-known benchmarks and test tools.
You can check the results in this Google spreadsheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AugWAI-JybKRdGxlZ1hYb0xTZ2tZYlFBeTFOVzY1WEE
The results can be easily ordered in the "Ranking" sheet.
I hope you find it interesting!
AW: What web browser are you using?
Chrome. It has what I need and is faster than other browsers I tried. But the best is synchronisation with desktop chrome, same bookmarks on any device, even open pages are synched. Awesome!
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I love Dolphin specially with lastpass plug in support.
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