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[Q] Any way to get rid of Swype and use the Beta version?

I have tried to get rid of the stock swype and install the swype beta. I tried to uninstall it and it is a system app. I tried bloater. I tried to simply delete the app. I thought I had gotten rid of it but the beta wouldn't install.
I am using a stock rom that is rooted and I have ROM Manager installed with the latest 5027 recovery.
I have played with other rom's and can install the beta with no problem.
Any ideas on how to do this?
Thanks.

Download titanium backup and delete it through that app. If you need help ask
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I had tried that before. I first tried the "trick" way of getting rid of the app through the recovery and that didn't work. Then I converted the app to a user app and then uninstalled it. Then I installed the Swype beta and I chose the correct keyboard but the Android keyboard popped up.
Then I restarted the phone and then installed the Swype beta and all went well. I had tried this before except that I didn't think of restarting the phone.
So, I thank you for confirming that it could be done. This is what we do. We keep trying until we break something or solve the problem.

Did you delete the swype file under system/lib try that and see if that helps.
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gunfan said:
Did you delete the swype file under system/lib try that and see if that helps.
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I used Titanium to convert to a user app. Then I uninstalled it. Then I restarted the phone. Then I installed the swype beta and it works great.
I just wish that it wasn't a beta and could be bought and updated. I have tried many keyboards and always come back to swype.
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Why convert first? I never do that
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Swype Beta for Stock Skyrocket

Hello,
How can I get SwypeBeta (better + Dragon) in Stock Skyrocket? I followed the page steps and then I get: "Swype Beta is currently unavailable for devices that have Swype preinstalled" message.
https://beta.swype.com/android/get/:confused:

I don't believe there's a way for you to do that. If you were to root, you could uninstall it with titanium backup, restart your phone and then install it using the swype installer.

jrmendia said:
Hello,
How can I get SwypeBeta (better + Dragon) in Stock Skyrocket? I followed the page steps and then I get: "Swype Beta is currently unavailable for devices that have Swype preinstalled" message.
https://beta.swype.com/android/get/:confused:
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There is a really easy way to install the swype beta.
1) Use Titanium backup to uninstall swype
2) REBOOT
3) install "swype installer"
4) install swype beta
Voila

Our you could try jb's Swype themes so you can have an ics themed keyboard. There are others to choose from as well.
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I personally used an app called NoBloat it has a picture of a android wielding like a ak but it pretty much allows you to uninstall an app completely (SWYPE) but it backs it up just incase you removed something you werent suppose too. I used it removed swype (deleted the backup) and installed beta.

jnicks510 said:
Our you could try jb's Swype themes so you can have an ics themed keyboard. There are others to choose from as well.
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There are themed Swypes
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droid512 said:
There are themed Swypes
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Thanks for repeating what i said....?
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floppy__ said:
There is a really easy way to install the swype beta.
1) Use Titanium backup to uninstall swype
2) REBOOT
3) install "swype installer"
4) install swype beta
Voila
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He can't because he's stock

xcrazydx said:
He can't because he's stock
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Of course he can. If he's stock rooted, he can remove swype with Titanium.
I do it that way every time I flash a new Rom

floppy__ said:
Of course he can. If he's stock rooted, he can remove swype with Titanium.
I do it that way every time I flash a new Rom
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He didn't say rooted, He said just stock.

jnicks510 said:
Thanks for repeating what i said....?
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I should have added a ? Because it was a question no need to act like i stole your thunder
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droid512 said:
I should have added a ? Because it was a question no need to act like i stole your thunder
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thats why i asked because it sounded like you were just repeating me

Hi,
I'm currently an Atrix 4G user and expecting my new shiny Skyrocket to arrive soon. I had swype preinstalled on it and managed to find a way to remove the preinstalled swype using another method. I found it on the swype forum, and this is what I did. Keep in mind, you have to be rooted in order to do this. Also, make sure that in your settings, you've disabled/turned-off swype as a keyboard input and make sure it's NOT the one selected (make sure to select another input), otherwise after reboot you may get stuck.
Using Root explorer or adb shell as root:
1) remove /system/app/Swype.apk OR rename to /system/app/Swype.apk.bak
2) remove /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so OR rename to /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so.bak
3) Reboot device
4) Install swype installer and the rest should work!
Can anyone confirm if this will work on the Skyrocket?

quordandis said:
Hi,
I'm currently an Atrix 4G user and expecting my new shiny Skyrocket to arrive soon. I had swype preinstalled on it and managed to find a way to remove the preinstalled swype using another method. I found it on the swype forum, and this is what I did. Keep in mind, you have to be rooted in order to do this. Also, make sure that in your settings, you've disabled/turned-off swype as a keyboard input and make sure it's NOT the one selected (make sure to select another input), otherwise after reboot you may get stuck.
Using Root explorer or adb shell as root:
1) remove /system/app/Swype.apk OR rename to /system/app/Swype.apk.bak
2) remove /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so OR rename to /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so.bak
3) Reboot device
4) Install swype installer and the rest should work!
Can anyone confirm if this will work on the Skyrocket?
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I can confirm that this method works on a rooted SR.

peaster3 said:
I can confirm that this method works on a rooted SR.
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So, I'm a proud owner of a Stock rooted Samsung Skyrocket 2.3.6. I followed my own instructions, and was able to download swype installer and install swype. I then went into settings->languages and checked the swype entry, but when I click on settings it FCs.
I tried resetting - nuthin. Any thoughts?
I have the /system/app/Swype.apk and /system/lib/libSwypecore.so files backed up.....

So, I found this and going to give it a shot:
http://invisionfocus.com/tutorials/...ype-beta-on-devices-pre-installed-with-swype/
UPDATE: This totally worked! Whoop!

quordandis said:
So, I found this and going to give it a shot:
http://invisionfocus.com/tutorials/...ype-beta-on-devices-pre-installed-with-swype/
UPDATE: This totally worked! Whoop!
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The new Swype Beta (June 2012) allows it to be installed alongside preinstalled versions of Swype. If you've followed the steps in the post above, then first remember to uninstall your old version of swype completely, then reboot your system, and then undo the steps listed in the post. You should have a fully functional preinstalled version of swype with the swype beta installed alongside it.

"omg, a newb asking an apk question, KILL HIM!"

I know I know... There are a lot of things I am good with... android...is new for me.
I have a galaxy note and I dont know the first thing about .apk files or rooting, etc.... I dont mind the way it works now... BUT
I want S Voice. (duh)
as you can see from my sig... Its be A WHILE since I have hacked/modded phones. Then I went to the iPhone for a few models and now I am back...
I downloaded "apkinstaller" and "appinstaller" but niether will load the apk I got off of xda.
I loaded the .apk to my external sd and made enables the ability to load apps that arent from the android market.
Do I need to delete something? Or what... I really need someone to give me a "step by step, you're an idiot" way of getting this done. I really dont want to root my phone if I dont have to.
Thanks to anyone who helps!

you shouldnt need to root to install apk's as long as you have checked off ability to install apps that arent from market. I have been doing that from my dropbox since my phone was stock everything. Maybe the apk is broken. Try downloading it again. Maybe even try downloading another apk just to test if it installs properly.

I will try that now.
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- Download APK
- Open a File Manager (ES File Explorer or something)
- Tap the APK
Done.
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actually I dont think that S Voice is an apk. From what I read quickly is that it needs to be flashed via CWM. Which is a bit more complicated than installing an apk.

This is the one I JUST downloaded (dl'd this one to my phone)... not working.
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This may help
http://www.ijailbreak.com/android/download-s-voice-apk-samsung-galaxy-s-iii/
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jbeef86 said:
actually I dont think that S Voice is an apk. From what I read quickly is that it needs to be flashed via CWM. Which is a bit more complicated than installing an apk.
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From everything that I have read, and the file names attached... they are apk files

are you on ICS?

jbeef86 said:
are you on ICS?
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Yessir

I dont really have the time to read up on all of it but from what I have you may need to be rooted and remove voice talk first. I think a few of the custom ROMS also have S Voice installed on them already. This is a trickier apk than usual. Would be great if someone with more experience on S Voice would jump in and show you the steps. Sorry I couldnt be of more help.

jbeef86 said:
I dont really have the time to read up on all of it but from what I have you may need to be rooted and remove voice talk first. I think a few of the custom ROMS also have S Voice installed on them already. This is a trickier apk than usual. Would be great if someone with more experience on S Voice would jump in and show you the steps. Sorry I couldnt be of more help.
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Hopefully someone will.... I appreciate your help though.

not sure if this needs to be pushed to system/app rather than installed?
if it won't install I'm sure you'll need to be rooted.

Amdathlonuk said:
not sure if this needs to be pushed to system/app rather than installed?
if it won't install I'm sure you'll need to be rooted.
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say what? (told you I am a newb)

it is, in this state (unrooted), impossible to get it working.
You need to have root-acces (which you stated you don't have), because you have to replace the usual voice talk with the S-voice application.
You can of course root your phone, read up, and install the mod.

OMG you're such a NOOB! Kidding, just kidding. Well no actually, but that's just how it is
Just follow this guide which also has screenshots of the procedure. Yey to you!
http://androidadvices.com/download-svoice-apk-samsungs-siri-app/

LordManhattan said:
OMG you're such a NOOB! Kidding, just kidding. Well no actually, but that's just how it is
Just follow this guide which also has screenshots of the procedure. Yey to you!
http://androidadvices.com/download-svoice-apk-samsungs-siri-app/
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Thanks! I'll have to try it later as I am on my work computer now
I appreciate it!

Has anyone had any success with this? I installed and can open app but it force closes everytime I give a command.
I am on LQ2 and rooted.
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turboxer said:
This is the one I JUST downloaded (dl'd this one to my phone)... not working.
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What are you doing in this forum anyway? You have an ATT Note. This is the proper forum for you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1493

turboxer said:
Thanks! I'll have to try it later as I am on my work computer now
I appreciate it!
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There is a flashable zip file on XDA as well for SVoice.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730876

[DIRECTORY] 4.2 Jelly Bean apps running on HOS

Hope this helps those looking for the latest Apps from 4.2. A big thanks to the original posters!
Please read the individual threads carefully, paying attention to any issues mentioned and following the installation as recommended.
Please remember to hit the thanks button for those who originally got these over to our device!
Please let me know if I have missed anything!
4.2 Keyboard with swipe gestures:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1965696
4.2 Camera + Gallery app with gesture based settings and PhotoShere
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1965492
4.2 Clock with timer/stopwatch/alarms
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1971736
4.2 Launcher
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1973323
4.2 Gmail with swipe to archive/delete & pinch to resize [This is now available direct from the Playstore]
http://miui-germany.de/forum2/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=6082 or in post #2 below!!
Many thanks to s10shane for spotting this glaring omission!

here is the new gmail app apk as well u can add to ur list. i found it here.. http://miui-germany.de/forum2/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=6082

s10shane said:
here is the new gmail app apk as well u can add to ur list. i found it here.. http://miui-germany.de/forum2/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=6082
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How do I install this,cause I get signature fault.
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Thanks for this. Though the 4.2 cam doesn't record videos. just thought I'd let everyone else know.
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I would re-download it and try again, does the issue arise from flashing a zip or are you pushing it manually to /system/app?
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FatherD said:
I would re-download it and try again, does the issue arise from flashing a zip or are you pushing it manually to /system/app?
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Ive tried pushing and flashing.
Flashing every zip found on XDA for the 4.2 camera.
It records fine. But the recorded video doesbt play.
It reads 'video can't be played' and then it gets deleted. :/
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Which app are you using to play it, look for MX player in the play store, let me know if you get a different result!
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Oops! Major oversight as i am using it already lol. Will update op a bit later. Thanks.
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Elloco305 Does this work for you http://d-h.st/QTY

FatherD said:
Elloco305 Does this work for you http://d-h.st/QTY
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I'm going to flash an. Aokp build to test this.
I reverted to sense last night
Update. Sadly it doesn't. I can record and view my ffc videos but not with the back camera.
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qzem said:
How do I install this,cause I get signature fault.
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not sure lol. i just tried to install it but this is what i got (check the photo) . but in his video it showed the gmail app worked perfect. my phone isnt rooted at the moment so idk why it wont install.
Edit: you need to be rooted to install the gmail apk. i found the steps on how to install it here.. http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/1...ed-gmail-4-2-apk-with-pinch-to-zoom-and-more/

If you are getting random force closes thier is a 4.2 Gapps package floating around that you can flash in cwm or twrp
actually here it is i forgot i posted it in the AOKP forum earlier.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1971526&page=2

blackhartct said:
If you are getting random force closes thier is a 4.2 Gapps package floating around that you can flash in cwm or twrp
actually here it is i forgot i posted it in the AOKP forum earlier.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1971526&page=2
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I'm installing this one right now
http://androidspin.com/2012/11/06/d...re-apps-in-one-zip-file-for-the-galaxy-nexus/
EDIT: Everything seems to be working great.

I flashed the one from @KillDroidHack and now I have FC with gmail and Google Play Store says always "Server error"... Do you know how to fix this?

wanxu said:
I flashed the one from @KillDroidHack and now I have FC with gmail and Google Play Store says always "Server error"... Do you know how to fix this?
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Back up all you're stuff and do a full wipe then install the package from el smurfos post
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2Tone5 said:
Back up all you're stuff and do a full wipe then install the package from el smurfos post
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FYI, one thing I've noticed about this zip is that it may install some apps in non-standard locations, such as gmail in system/app. Since this is different than other gapps packages (gmail is usually not included, so is installed via market to data/app), the CM backup script won't keep this from ROM flash to ROM flash unless you follow up with this app package flash again.

This link includes a zip with everything from 4.2, http://d-h.st/wBX
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And here's the new wallet for those who are interested http://d-h.st/DSY
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Anyone have any issues with the 4.2 Play store? I can't figure out why this is happening, but out seems only a handful of my apps are compatible. I had originally changed my LCD.density to 210, and then read that it had to be set to one of the non-custom numbers of 160 or 240, so I changed it to 160 (for fun), but it appears I have the exact same problem.
I never had an issue with the play store or apps requiring 160 or 240 (though I know some apps and games won't be compatible unless the LCD.density, the model, and manufacturer are changed in the build.prop file)... So the 160 or 240 setting seems incorrect.
Anyway, I have tried clearing data/cache for the play store, and the same thing for Google services framework (and reboot), but still have no change.
Could it be anything else in my build.prop file?
I am running Baked Black Bean (a JB 4.1.2 AOKP ROM).
Any thoughts or help are appreciated!
P
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Don't like the keyboard. When I swipe, it wont show my swear words, such as ****, ****, ****, and so on, even though I saved the words to my dictionary. **** always shows as duck and I can never type ******. I will stick with Swype Hopefully Android will allow to swipe custom saved words in the future / official release.

New Hangouts APK modified for working Verizon MMS

Never mind just use the newest version in the market.

Does video calling work with this one?
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pyro6128 said:
Does video calling work with this one?
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It should if you have the additional LIB file. I haven't tried it myself.

I pushed it, changed permissions, deleted the old one - and I have no option for SMS like the prior leaked one.
Anyone else?
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9kracing said:
Google left out the APNs for VZW in the new Hangouts app. This is the app recompiled with the Verizon APNs added back in. You will need root for this app, it is not signed.
You guys should all know the routine by now. Backup your old apk then push this one to system/app and fix permissions, then restart.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2gqfbwc3tzp1i58/Hangouts.apk
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It would be nice to have a better/detailed explanation on how to install. This way we receive a larger response from users installing and giving us their feedback if it worked or not. Just my two cents.

fabyloso said:
It would be nice to have a better/detailed explanation on how to install. This way we receive a larger response from users installing and giving us their feedback if it worked or not. Just my two cents.
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Use a file manager. I use root explorer (have since 2010!!!).
Navigate to /, aka root. Look for 'system'. Go to 'app'. Pathway is: /system/app
Find hangouts.apk. Rename to hangouts.apk.bak. Paste the apk from download. Change permissions to match the others. If using root explorer, it's:
XX-
X--
X--
Reboot.
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1ManWolfePack said:
I pushed it, changed permissions, deleted the old one - and I have no option for SMS like the prior leaked one.
Anyone else?
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What version does it show?
Posted by my VZW DE Moto X
edit: if you have a hangouts.odex delete that

I cannot get MMS working with this version. SMS works fine.
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Shows 1.1 something. I fully deleted the old one and pushed yours. Let me do it again...
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Looks like Google is rolling out an official version. I installed and SMS and MMS work.
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/11/0...-122-with-sms-integration-rolling-out-to-all/
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Just so you guys know our emojis work with iPhone users. They can see ours and we can see theirs. No homo but I got used to using emojis
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Installed the newest version, and for some reason i can't get notifications to work. Anyone else have this issue or know how to fix it?