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So i was wondering can and will someone be able to port Google Now to gingerbread devices?

K7Cobb said:
So i was wondering can and will someone be able to port Google Now to gingerbread devices?
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LOL its even not ported for ICS and u are taking abt GB!

I'm expecting someone will get it to ICS though

gmp009 said:
LOL its even not ported for ICS and u are taking abt GB!
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Ha I thought they've already done it lol
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I just wish Google would be a little more transparent on these matters. I have been hearing about majel for so long now and I suppose I should have figured that it would be for ICS or above, but to find that it is just for JellyBean really sucks. Their website says that it is "currently" only for 4.1 . Does that mean it will be made available for older OS's? Is this being done just to sell more new phones? Come on Google, just tell us what your plans are.

its most likely for 4.1 only...
even though it has already been ported to 4.0 and its semi working on my galaxy sii.
I cant wait to get 4.1, working google now, working offline voice recognition and it working in my language (dutch)

We can't port all JB goods to ICS or GB Because of kernel.

K7Cobb said:
So i was wondering can and will someone be able to port Google Now to gingerbread devices?
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Not possible.......the base system is very different.....we haven't even been able to port the stuff for ICS to GB so JB is far off
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Intercepter said:
I just wish Google would be a little more transparent on these matters. I have been hearing about majel for so long now and I suppose I should have figured that it would be for ICS or above, but to find that it is just for JellyBean really sucks. Their website says that it is "currently" only for 4.1 . Does that mean it will be made available for older OS's? Is this being done just to sell more new phones? Come on Google, just tell us what your plans are.
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If any of you remember the early days of Android, Google did the same thing once before. When the original Droid was launched, it was the first Eclair device and launched with Maps Navigation. All those of us with the G1 (or other devices running Donut) were left drooling and wondering why Navigation was a 2.0 exclusive feature. Then, a month or two later, the update was added to the Market for us all. And there was much rejoicing.
Soooooo...here's hoping they do the same with Now. Maybe it's 4.1 only for now so they can iron out bugs? Who knows. But they seem really determined to make Now a hit, so it wouldn't surprise me to see it eventually released for older OS versions.

Lol google can be ported to ics and it's fully working! I had tested it with a custom rom on the x10i

NikitoGR said:
Lol google can be ported to ics and it's fully working! I had tested it with a custom rom on the x10i
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Running it right now sense 3.6 and android 4.0.3 on a HTC Thunderbolt using the Google now mod for ICS its a flashable zip through recovery
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Add me on google talk: jonahgoodman515

jonah1234 said:
Running it right now sense 3.6 and android 4.0.3 on a HTC Thunderbolt using the Google now mod for ICS its a flashable zip through recovery
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Add me on google talk: jonahgoodman515
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Oooh yeah!
Send from the planet Mars

This was when i wasnt rooted lol looking back on it makes me feel stupid for asking the question. Oh well google now is good though
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Complete google now with user tracking is something special, not so easy, but I wonder if there is at least chance to get new voice search on GB? The "Siri replacement"

monacoo said:
Complete google now with user tracking is something special, not so easy, but I wonder if there is at least chance to get new voice search on GB? The "Siri replacement"
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Try Maluuba from the Play Store or utter!. Maluube has more of a Now feel and utter! is more for device control. I use both (Maluuba much, much more) on Gingerbread and they are both extremely fast. They beat out S*** on the i***** in both number of functions and speed. Both are reliable. Enjoy!

galaxytab1 said:
I'm expecting someone will get it to ICS though
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Hey working Google Now is part of most of the custom ROMs ..
I am currently using Dream X3 and its working perfectly ...
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If your on Gingerbread, I think it's worth it to upgrade to JB if any developers support your rom. You'll probably see major deferences in ways such as battery life, UI Beauty, etc..

theandroidguy2012 said:
Try Maluuba from the Play Store or utter!. Maluube has more of a Now feel and utter! is more for device control. I use both (Maluuba much, much more) on Gingerbread and they are both extremely fast. They beat out S*** on the i***** in both number of functions and speed. Both are reliable. Enjoy!
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But unfortunatelly none of this actually work. Can not even trigger utter to listen my command.

This is either a problem with user setting configuration, or is due to the fact that the application is still in beta. Try messing. With the settings. The way it is normally triggered is by holding the search key down.
And maluuba pretty much never has problems... Trouble shoot a little and try to figure it out. I'd like to help, just I don't have enough info to go off of to help.
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Does Gnow work with multi G.accts?

Nexus 7 interface in 7 plus

Hello guys.
I'm currently using cm10 by aorth. I really like the nexus 7 interface, so any idea how i can get it running on ics?
Please teach me from very bottom, i'm a total noob.
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madkhaz said:
Hello guys.
I'm currently using cm10 by aorth. I really like the nexus 7 interface, so any idea how i can get it running on ics?
Please teach me from very bottom, i'm a total noob.
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If what you want is just the Jelly Bean look, then I'd suggest installing a Launcher replacement app like Go Launcher EX (the best IMO) or ADW, etc. and finding a Jelly Bean theme. This could probably give you all of the interface eye candy, but unfortunately, none of the real benefits of actually running Jelly Bean.
If you're wanting some of the actual benefits of Jelly Bean then this would require installing the Jelly Bean operating system update on your Galaxy Tab. At the moment the only way this could be done is with a "rom"- i.e. an unofficial version of the OS that would require you to know how to root your device and install some third party software that, while easy for a some who are experienced with tinkering with these devices, it is definitely not something for a noob to just try. You have a decent chance of rendering your Tab inoperable- bricking it. If your really do want to attempt rooting and rom'ing, then you've come to no better a place. Read around this forum and if a good Jelly bean rom exists, you'll find it and help installing here. But remember, that even if you do get a good rom up and running, you still don't have a 1.2ghz quad-core tegra 3 CPU and GPU, 1280x800 IPS screen, GPS that actually works, etc...... so keep your expectations reasonable.
Good luck, I hope this helped!
Instead of messing with the guts of your tab's OS,

I mean can i get the user interface nexus 7 like, such as on top notification bar. I know using some launcher will work, but which launcher and how to alter/change the launcher interface like nexus 7 ui.
I have try go launcher, and it's not working well. Can nova or apex launcher customized into this interface?
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Post ICS launch, which ROM are you using and Why. ICS or JB

First, thanks to the Devs working on the CM9 and CM10 ROMs. They are looking good.
I just wanted to see which ROMs you guys were using primarily now. I jumped from GB right to CM10 from dr4stic. I'm pretty happy with it so far.
Are you guys using JB, or sticking with a flavor of ICS?

I'm using Blaz3r 4.0.4 by ptmr3 and I couldn't be happier. I like TouchWiz, and a lot of the stock widgets so this one fits me just fine.

Oh that's right, I forgot about TouchWiz

Stock ICS by tthaz777, I love it. I miss Tweaked (GB), but I want to run ICS and need wi-fi calling. I also loaded CM10 but downgraded back to 4.0.4

CM 10 great built ROM with no bugs and a full jelly bean experience!
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Well, I will use Blaz3r by ptmr3 first. I have not even opened my Blaze yet, as I am waiting for the skinomi screen protector to arrive. I will also try the CM10 rom.

Blaz3r currently. Very happy with it.
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I'm running CM10 as it has the fixes for indic scripts which was a big plus for me. I like it so far as its pretty stable.
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Blaz3r sounds pretty good, I will try it out when I get a chance.

Right now I'm using tthaz777's debloated stock rom. Thinking of trying out CM10 for some JB goodness.
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I've been using Blaz3r since it came out with Apex over top with perfect keyboard n compact qwerty mode. Drove 300 miles today used GPS, Looked at Google now 20 times to see how far away I was from home. I used the bluetooth to talk and play some tunes as well. I really like using a stock camera and the Samsung messaging is sweet. Only thing I can say if you use this, it seemed to take longer than 10 minutes to settle in ( I also have gone back and fixed permissions when adding apps) +1

putney said:
Stock ICS by tthaz777, I love it. I miss Tweaked (GB), but I want to run ICS and need wi-fi calling. I also loaded CM10 but downgraded back to 4.0.4
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I miss Tweaked too... hmm...
Unfortunately I'm between computers at the moment and still recovering from a crazy flu bug, but it will happen

feedtheducks said:
Well, I will use Blaz3r by ptmr3 first. I have not even opened my Blaze yet, as I am waiting for the skinomi screen protector to arrive. I will also try the CM10 rom.
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Hey, trust me. You BARELY will need use of that screen protector. I feels better naked, and barely get's scratched if your not a dumbass and let some little family member borrow it. Gorilla Glass 2 ( I think it is ) freakin' rocks!

dwitherell said:
I miss Tweaked too... hmm...
Unfortunately I'm between computers at the moment and still recovering from a crazy flu bug, but it will happen
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Waiting desperately....!!
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unicorndust98 said:
Hey, trust me. You BARELY will need use of that screen protector. I feels better naked, and barely get's scratched if your not a dumbass and let some little family member borrow it. Gorilla Glass 2 ( I think it is ) freakin' rocks!
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Funny that I used ...ahem... used to have a skinomi screen protector on my Blaze but for some reason after 2 months in it started developing weird bubbles/lines that weren't present even days after installation so I took it off. That was over a month ago now and no scratches. I'm unsure if gorilla glass is used on this phone as I can't find any conclusive evidence on what it is. Maybe I got a bad skinomi, as my old exhibit and my wife's sensation have skinomi's and are still perfect. Just make sure you are ready and have the phone spotless or you will see those same dust spots for a long time lol.
putney said:
Stock ICS by tthaz777, I love it. I miss Tweaked (GB), but I want to run ICS and need wi-fi calling. I also loaded CM10 but downgraded back to 4.0.4
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I was really impressed with CM10 but sadly the random MAC address issue along with the lack of wifi calling (a CM issue in general) made me go back to Blaz3r. I'm sure CM10 development will chug along and it's hard to deny the feel of it - I may be going back to it soon (especially once hardware key notifications are fixed - I miss a notification light). You will have bugs/slowdowns on Blaz3r until getting titanium on it solely to remove Nova launcher. A reinstall of nova fixes it and I'm sure this is something that will be fixed (along with adding a default music player) with the next version. There are a few customization options but I would like more - kind of like the amount of customization options in DK on GB lol Development overall is really great here and there are plenty of options considering how long it's been since source dropped.

anactoraaron said:
I was really impressed with CM10 but sadly the random MAC address issue along with the lack of wifi calling (a CM issue in general) made me go back to Blaz3r. I'm sure CM10 development will chug along and it's hard to deny the feel of it - I may be going back to it soon (especially once hardware key notifications are fixed - I miss a notification light).
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I think I may have licked the random MAC bug (totally by accident too). Might ask you to beta test that for me tomorrow

ics wont work
can anyone help me!? i just got the galaxy s blaze but for some reason i cant get the ics update through kies..

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First, thanks to the Devs working on the CM9 and CM10 ROMs. They are looking good.
I just wanted to see which ROMs you guys were using primarily now. I jumped from GB right to CM10 from dr4stic. I'm pretty happy with it so far.
Are you guys using JB, or sticking with a flavor of ICS?
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I use ICS, found the Blaz3r without rooted, and some clock widget not work, I hope it would be fixed.

ashley87 said:
can anyone help me!? i just got the galaxy s blaze but for some reason i cant get the ics update through kies..
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Try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=32313738
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I just switched from stock ICS to CM10. I was a little hesitant because of some of the errors that have been reported but so far I am very impressed!
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Mulitple Users

Hi All
I am new here so please bare with me.
I have a Samsung Note 10.1 Model GT-N8010 running Android 4.1.2
I was under the impression that the new update (4.1.2) would allow the ability to setup a 2nd user profile.
I can not seem to find the setup process.
If someone can help I would be grateful.
Many Thanks

I think you need to wait for 4.2.1 for multi-user.

dmarchant said:
I think you need to wait for 4.2.1 for multi-user.
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No Waiting Buddy, be Happy.
you can use SwitchMe ( Root Required)
available on Google Play Store

Jb 4.2 isn't available from Samsung yet. Even if it was, i wouldn't touch it. The latest update to JB 4.2 still hasn't fixed the bluetooth issue that Google introduced with 4.2. Breaking bluetooth was a pretty bad coding glitch and releasing it to the public just plain sloppy. At times, Google looks as bad as MS.

I think your right, thanks for the help.
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I have seen the app that is avaliable, my device is not rooted at the moment, I am thinking of doing it but a little worried I might brick it!
I have owned various android products but never rooted one. The idea of a 400.00 pound brick frightens me lol!
Thanks
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Anyone using ICS still?

I'm wondering just in case GB starts to lose support from app developers. I'd like to know if ics is 100% stable at this point, and all features work. I'm all about stability and having everything work the way it was intended.
Bling is cool, as long as it doesn't introduce glitches and hitches.

Ummmm....ICS is pretty dead I dont know if anyone still uses it.....JB is more stable now I have no issues with any app
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Only issue with both ics and jb on the infuse is camera stuttering on video recording...actually ics may have a couple mote bugs
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infamous916 said:
Ummmm....ICS is pretty dead I dont know if anyone still uses it.....JB is more stable now I have no issues with any app
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Well, GB is pretty dead too, according to some here. But at least it's 100% stable. (at least the revenant rom is) But after perusing the JB threads, it would seem that there are still issues to be ironed out. It may be "good enough" for some, but good enough is not good enough for me.
I guess it looks like I'll be staying with GB for as long as possible. The only reason I upgraded to GB was because some apps no longer work on Froyo.

If you actually flash a Jb ROM I'm willing to bet you won't find something you use daily that has any issues I'm using carbon nightly and I don't have any issues....honestly GB doesn't have really any features I couldn't be on GB anymore
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infamous916 said:
If you actually flash a Jb ROM I'm willing to bet you won't find something you use daily that has any issues I'm using carbon nightly and I don't have any issues....honestly GB doesn't have really any features I couldn't be on GB anymore
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OK, please elaborate more. On JB, does flash work? GPS? And what go you mean GB doesn't have any features? I mean, GB works 100% as far as apps and functionality so I'm confused. It does what I ask it to. What would JB give me that GB doesn't? Are you talking about bells and whistles?

wolfen69 said:
OK, please elaborate more. On JB, does flash work? GPS? And what go you mean GB doesn't have any features? I mean, GB works 100% as far as apps and functionality so I'm confused. It does what I ask it to. What would JB give me that GB doesn't? Are you talking about bells and whistles?
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if by flash you mean torch yes gps works everything works that you would use daily im on carbonrom and there is nothing that i use (and i use everything) that doesnt work or has bugs

OK, but what does JB do that GB doesn't from a functionality standpoint?

wolfen69 said:
OK, but what does JB do that GB doesn't from a functionality standpoint?
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I still use GB. I would not describe myself as a heavy user though. I use the phone mostly for the call, text and camera function.
I like my gmail, calendar and contacts sync'ed.
I don't have all the fb, twitter etc
When I tested out JB, I found a few things I liked:
1. gtalk updated better.
2. gmail had other options. Scrollable widget. Calendar had scrollable widget also. Calendar has more detailed display
3. Chrome worked. Native Browser was better.
4. Google body (now defunct-ed) worked..it needed a 3.0+ platform.
5. I don't use it but others like the theme engine.
6. The weather update on the lock screen was a nice touch.
7. The quick launch from the lock screen was neat...although I don't usually use the lock screen.
8. Back up and restore apps is more comprehensive.
9. Google Now and Google Keep is neat to try.
There were others but I forget...
For my phone, I still like the simpler GB interface and the battery life (less processes running means less battery usage)
fwiw, Entropy said his cm9 was stable..and "dead" too. Supposedly he had a more updated one but never release. Supposedly, aremo/he may have a different cm10?..I'm not sure though...
My final thoughts...to each his own...find something that you like...

qkster said:
1. gtalk updated better.
2. gmail had other options. Scrollable widget. Calendar had scrollable widget also. Calendar has more detailed display
3. Chrome worked. Native Browser was better.
4. Google body (now defunct-ed) worked..it needed a 3.0+ platform.
5. I don't use it but others like the theme engine.
6. The weather update on the lock screen was a nice touch.
7. The quick launch from the lock screen was neat...although I don't usually use the lock screen.
8. Back up and restore apps is more comprehensive.
9. Google Now and Google Keep is neat to try.
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Thanks for the info. I don't see anything on that list that is a must have though. Hopefully, GB will be supported by app devs until next spring when my contract is up. Carry on.

yeah..nothing must have..just interesting to test.
jb may be a step up in the most updated device designed to run it with support from chip set manufacturer. (ex: gn2, sgs3, sgs4)
for the most part, i prefer a tablet or pc...my phone is mostly a phone/digital assistant...but i suspect i'm a minority here

qkster said:
for the most part, i prefer a tablet or pc...my phone is mostly a phone/digital assistant...but i suspect i'm a minority here
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+10, my friend. And besides, that digital bottle opener app for JB, pfft.

infamous916 said:
If you actually flash a Jb ROM I'm willing to bet you won't find something you use daily that has any issues I'm using carbon nightly and I don't have any issues....honestly GB doesn't have really any features I couldn't be on GB anymore
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Well...unless it was fixed recently...camera is still wonky is it not? Stuttering with 720p recording...that's pretty major to a lot of people, although I myself can live with out it...it was a pretty major downside of jb/ics...on the occasion I wanted to get a video I really couldn't :/, but IMHO that one con doesn't weigh out the pros
But you can't say gb doesn't really have any features when they do have a fully working camera...just saying
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mg2195 said:
Well...unless it was fixed recently...camera is still wonky is it not? Stuttering with 720p recording...that's pretty major to a lot of people, although I myself can live with out it...it was a pretty major downside of jb/ics...on the occasion I wanted to get a video I really couldn't :/, but IMHO that one con doesn't weigh out the pros
But you can't say gb doesn't really have any features when they do have a fully working camera...just saying
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Honestly IMO I would never record video with the Samsung infuse it never had the picture quality even on GB
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infamous916 said:
Honestly IMO I would never record video with the Samsung infuse it never had the picture quality even on GB
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But most people realize they're not going to be shooting hollywood movies with the thing. I'm not complaining though, it's good enough for what I need.

I thought ICS was the only version for the infuse with working full encryption?

I have 10GB of organized GB Roms/themes, ICS Roms/themes(lost files ), Tweaks for GB/ICS, all old recovery stuff, and 3 open source kernels Samsung had released. I have talked to 3-4 forum moderators for approval and I will be creating around 150 links for the infuse community for lost/broken links and there may/may not be broken but will all be on dev-host 4 u guys. I am hopping this will help u guys b4 I leave. I am hopping to make this post within the next week or 2 in the general section. Cheers :thumbup:
I am also going to be posting all the links to EVERY official post
Note* this is all I have left, I had a partition failure and I lost all I had but these files due to being on DropBox, I am still hopping to retrieve my missing files and Ken has been helping me all the way!=)
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There is a gb rom that has lockscreen weather. like saurom atm this rom is pretty stable for me and has the screenshot feature in power key and pretty stable for me

bradman117 said:
I have 10GB of organized GB Roms/themes, ICS Roms/themes(lost files ), Tweaks for GB/ICS, all old recovery stuff, and 3 open source kernels Samsung had released. I have talked to 3-4 forum moderators for approval and I will be creating around 150 links for the infuse community for lost/broken links and there may/may not be broken but will all be on dev-host 4 u guys. I am hopping this will help u guys b4 I leave. I am hopping to make this post within the next week or 2 in the general section. Cheers :thumbup:
I am also going to be posting all the links to EVERY official post
Note* this is all I have left, I had a partition failure and I lost all I had but these files due to being on DropBox, I am still hopping to retrieve my missing files and Ken has been helping me all the way!=)
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Here u go!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42292247
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