I was looking through most of the roms and almost all of them have ad free on so there are no ads. Is there any way to turn that off? I was wondering because when ad free is on Hulu plus will not work because it needs the advertisement to run. Any help would be great.
You can force stop it under manage applications. That always works for me.
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You can also remove it with a file explorer under data-apps and reboot to remove it permanently.
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the real answer to your question is, yes.
if you do not have AdFree for Android installed, install it from the market. there is a 'revert' option that will get rid of the adblocking.
force stopping the app or removing the app 'adfree' does NOT get rid of the ad blocking
Thanks. I was also looking at roms with sense 3.0 and Hulu plus doesn't work either. The only reason it doesn't work is because the advertisements won't load. Roms like rcmix and virtuous unity. I'm really confused why because they don't have ad free.
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Kent Melton said:
Thanks. I was also looking at roms with sense 3.0 and Hulu plus doesn't work either. The only reason it doesn't work is because the advertisements won't load. Roms like rcmix and virtuous unity. I'm really confused why because they don't have ad free.
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here's a rundown on how adfree works:
adfree will modify your /system/etc/hosts file with entries to prevent your phone from communicating to the ads. essentially creating an entry for every site with a loopback (ip address of 127.0.0.1)
some rom devs will insert the already modified hosts file into their build, and some will drop adfree program in. most roms will already have this modified hosts file, which prevents ads from popping up. also, as far as i know, hulu plus doesnt work on a device that is labeled as a desire hd. using a rom that is derived from a desire HD rom will basically fingerprint your device as a desire hd.
I tried to use hulu on ClearDroid with adfree disabled and it still would not play video. The app is just poorly written. ClearDroid is a lightly modified stock ROM. The service isn't that great either, it works on my 360 but I never found a reason to keep it.
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So would there be any way to get rid of that file so that the rom does allow ads?
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Kent Melton said:
So would there be any way to get rid of that file so that the rom does allow ads?
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once again.
install ADFREE FOR ANDROID
it has a REVERT button
IT WILL GIVE YOU A STOCK HOSTS FILE
You could always just blank out your host file.
Mount system to r/w, goto system/etc then open host in text editor and delete everything except 127.0.0.0 localhost. Mount system to r/o and reboot.
Feel free to make a backup and this can all be done in root explorer.
THXX guy it works now
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I used to use app updater notifier to check whether I have updates for my app I have installed. However it has been removed from the market and doesn't work anymore.
So is there an app that does this? We all have gotten apks from different places and its not easy keeping them up to date. Using app updater notifier made it easier.
I wonder if google have removed all of the apps like this...
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So you're asking how to keep track of updates for your pirated / downloaded from other places, apps ? The market does a good job at it...
aTrackDog tracks apps
I second ATrackDog, that's what I've always used.
Never heard of atrackdog! Works a treat!
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Could be so, or it could be non market apps like n64oid
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Hmm, I have an app update but doesn't show in atrackdog...
I turn off the track from market it shows the updates BUT says I have updates that show the lower versions of my apps as 'new'.
aTrackDog is old and stupid.
Use AppBrain.
You can try appbrain , it looks for update also but this is only a feature , the main thing about this app is another .
http://www.appbrain.com/
You can easily perform a check-in with the dial pad. That will let you know if there are updates.
Just type the number that the letter is on:
*#*#2432546#*#* (I think that's the way to type checkin with the numbers, not looking at a dial pad)
It's better than using an app that takes up resources, and it's very quick.
Hope this helps
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I've noticed since I changed ROM'S yesterday ad free has NOT been blocking that annoying spam smh I updated and download new host like it suggested re booted the phone and still have the annoying spam somebody heeelp...:-(
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Ad Free is working fine for me. Make sure you have the latest version from the market
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It doesn't filter everything out for me either but most of the time it works. On some apps i get spam on my notification bar that ad block doesn't work so i delete that app
You can download a regular host file and add it in your hosts section on your phone.
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I've noticed since I changed ROM'S yesterday ad free has NOT been blocking that annoying spam smh I updated and download new host like it suggested re booted the phone and still have the annoying spam somebody heeelp...:-(
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You need to download the latest host file and reboot your phone to clear DNS cache
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Make sure you have the latest version.
Two completely different categories I know. But here's my list, if there are good suggestions I'll add them.
Non-Market Apps
Faceniff (Hijack Facebook/Twitter sessions, this has a high douchebag rating. Use it to educate your friends about https setting on social networks)
WifiKill (Does what it sounds like, again very high douchebag rating)
SMSBomber (again, not on the market for a reason)
Root Apps:
SD Maid (cleans stuff)
AdAway (blocks stuff)
Titanium Backup (backs up stuff)
ROM Toolbox (whole bunch of stuff)
ROM Manager (not as much stuff)
Six Axis Controller (hook up a ps3 controller via bluetooth and stuff)
Undelete (undelete stuff)
Root Apps:
Titanium Backup (paid version.....every flash-a-holic like me should pop for the paid version)
ES File Explorer
System Tuner
PC Apps:
adb (necessity for any modder/developer )
APK Tool (also necessity for any modder/developer)
Personally moved away from Root Toolbox for System Tuner and ES File Explorer. I've learned enough now to replicate most you can do in Rom Toolbox, but it was great in the beginning.
Favorite non market app: Network Sniffer. Its hilarious to redirect all website traffic on your network to a single website. Or change all the pictures to troll face. Definitely high on the mischievous list.
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eagle0042 said:
Favorite non market app: Network Sniffer. Its hilarious to redirect all website traffic on your network to a single website. Or change all the pictures to troll face. Definitely high on the mischievous list.
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Where can I find this app. I did some searching but couldn't find it
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Where can I find this app. I did some searching but couldn't find it
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Heh. I know why you couldn't find it....I got the name wrong. Its Network Spoofer. My bad. Here's a link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1692921
That'll teach me to post late at night...
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Could be my new favorite app....
This could be my new favorite app...
Installed today... looking good!!!
It allows for multiple users on JB...
I created a user for my wife and so far its clean. She has her own homescreens, etc...
It is the first generation of the GUI but it is basically just doing command lines stuff that is already built into JB...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1824066
Update: Another iteration of this is also called SwitchMe which can be found on the play store...
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i was reading your post and wondered where you find the apps like Faceniff, WifiKill and SMS Bomber....
they look interesting to try out..
dhalker said:
i was reading your post and wondered where you find the apps like Faceniff, WifiKill and SMS Bomber....
they look interesting to try out..
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Just do a quick google search. All three are pretty easy to find.
Great apps guys. I will be checking back to see more great apps revealed to me.
Faceniff was great on my HTC Aria. Oh how I screwed with somebody on Facebook using wifi in a hotel...
I'm on CM10 and Faceniff just FCes. I think the drivers don't work with it.
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Any alternative to faceniff ?
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Droidsheep should do the same as faceniff
PM if you need link
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best apps
SD Maid
AdAway
Airpush
Root explorer
Set CPU
Titanium Backup
ROM Toolbox
ROM Manager
Audio manager
System tuner
We do not condone warez on XDA. This is a site for developers and we support them here.
Reported.
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We do not condone warez on XDA. This is a site for developers and we support them here.
Reported.
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Pardon my ignorance, but where in the this thread has there been any discussion regarding/promoting warez?
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He said everything is the Pro version and never pay for anything (torrent)
I think that says Warez all over it...
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robcore said:
Pardon my ignorance, but where in the this thread has there been any discussion regarding/promoting warez?
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onealvideo hit the nail on the head.
onealvideo said:
He said everything is the Pro version and never pay for anything (torrent)
I think that says Warez all over it...
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Ah that guy. Thanks guys : )
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Nonmarket aps for hacking on my Thread
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Airdroid
Clean master
Titanium backup
Goo manager
Set CPU
Root explorer
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Hi all, plz sum1 tell me HOW TO RESTRICT AN APP FROM ACCESSING THE INTERNET?
Especially when connected to carrier network, not wifi
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You can restrict access for apps using pdroid.it lets you set limits on each app. I believe it might be what your looking for. I have used it and it lets you set permissions for each app. You can find it by going to android development and hacking, then go to android apps and games, look in there and you will find pdroid.not exactly sure to what extent you can set the permissions, but I think it would be the best app to try. I'm pretty sure you can do what your needing to do with that app. It's worth a try. Hope this helps. Best wishes.
Setting -->> more --->> usage
Set data usage limit and click app which u want to restrict data and enable background restrict data . .
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PDroid is fantastic and is an absolute solution. The problem with it is that isn't not super easy to install. It has to be put into a ROM when it's compiled. It can't be simply flashed as an add on.
It's available in OpensationSensation 2 which is CM10 and is set up and ready to use upon install of the ROM.
But if switching to CM10 isn't the best option for you then Itsakash's option is an easy to do and good option. And it will completely stop the app from accessing mobile data. The only downside is that it doesn't stop access to wifi, if that's an issue for you. What this won't let you do easy is restrict all app except the web browser like you indicated in your other thread.
If you need all but 1 app restricted form mobile data use, use an app from the PlayStore called DroidWall (or search out similar apps that you might like better. Search for 'internet firewall' in the PlayStore). These kinds of apps are a filter of sorts that requires all internet connectivity to go through the firewall app, and the app can shut off access to either wifi or mobile data or both. And it works like a charm.
It comes with a price in that it's a constantly running background app so there MAY be some battery or performance drain, though it should be very minor if it's noticeable at all. It's definitely worth trying to see if it works for you though. You can always uninstall the app if it doesn't meet your needs.
Also, please don't create multiple threads asking the same question. This forum is full of people who will be happy to help you. But this is not 24/7 tech support. If your question isn't answered right away, give it some time. Someone will help you (as you can see here)
Thanks all, i'll try out
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Hi all, plz sum1 tell me HOW TO RESTRICT AN APP FROM ACCESSING THE INTERNET?
Especially when connected to carrier network, not wifi
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As the user above stated Droidwall is what you need Its a full android firewall. You can select what to allow (white list mode) and what to block( blacklist mode) both over WiFi and 3g separately and best of all its free + no ads. I haven't had a rom without it since froyo
Alright, the majority of us here on xda are root users, and I'm sure we all use or have used AdAway to remove ads from our apps. Well lately AdAway hasn't been working for me at all. I go in to it, grant root, download and apply, reboot, then whenever I open up an app to test it, there are ads everywhere! Is anyone else experiencing this?
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Alright, the majority of us here on xda are root users, and I'm sure we all use or have used AdAway to remove ads from our apps. Well lately AdAway hasn't been working for me at all. I go in to it, grant root, download and apply, reboot, then whenever I open up an app to test it, there are ads everywhere! Is anyone else experiencing this?
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I use crossbreader that blocks most ads internally, but I know adaway works by using host sources to apply patches. It's possible some of the initial lists included with the download are down. What I would do is use Google and try to find additional sources, and add those paths to the settings. That might improve it.
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I use AdAway with the Hosts list from this thread as well as MinMinGuard Xposed module. Very good results. I can confirm AdAway is still working for me, just updated/applied my hosts lists through the app.
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Alright, the majority of us here on xda are root users, and I'm sure we all use or have used AdAway to remove ads from our apps. Well lately AdAway hasn't been working for me at all. I go in to it, grant root, download and apply, reboot, then whenever I open up an app to test it, there are ads everywhere! Is anyone else experiencing this?
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try this https://adblockplus.org/en/android-install