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Android Market 3.4.4 - Notice a speed boost

Just curious, does the new Market seem a lot faster for you guys too?
http://www.androidpolice.com/2011/12/14/download-android-market-3-4-4/
Just download and install. No root needed either. Seems much better. Also looks better on my Tab than the older version.

Nice. Can't wait to check it out later.
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Good find
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s15274n said:
Just curious, does the new Market seem a lot faster for you guys too?
http://www.androidpolice.com/2011/12/14/download-android-market-3-4-4/
Just download and install. No root needed either. Seems much better. Also looks better on my Tab than the older version.
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How do I install this? Should I manually push the apk with root explorer for it to work? I tried regular install but it doesn't install.
Update: I manually pushed it with root explorer and it worked. Thx for the tip.
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I would push/replace, clear dalvik and reboot.

I just installed like any other apk... No problem
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I simply downloaded it... clicked on the completed download... then had the option to install... went straight to the market and checked the version, no issues at all.

Renamed and pushed no problem. Def faster.

I hope this fixes the "insufficient space" bug on our phones.

Noticeably faster for me.
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How come it is available on the web, but market is not updating itself to this ?
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Mine just did. And did it without any questions asked, stealthily... which shows that Google has total control over our smartphones and I don't like it.

Vlad_z said:
Mine just did. And did it without any questions asked, stealthily... which shows that Google has total control over our smartphones and I don't like it.
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when it comes to the market, it only updates when it's open. it's the only app that does it that way. all other apps will show in the notifications. if I'm wrong, please let me know, but I don't think that's the case.

droidmyst said:
when it comes to the market, it only updates when it's open. it's the only app that does it that way. all other apps will show in the notifications. if I'm wrong, please let me know, but I don't think that's the case.
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How do you know that this is the ONLY app?
But anyway, my point is if Google can do it on Android platform it does not matter with one app or many.
PS: off-topic, Google Map subscribes to bunch of intents, so it would be launched when you turn-on screen, WiFi etc... I would like start application when I press app icon... There are no other way to opt-out other then disable Map in pm.

Google maps can be stopped by using the app autostarts. All those apps that start by themselves when you do something, ie reboot phone connect to wifi ect... no longer plague me. True, I just delete most of them, but there are some I actually use (like maps and Gmail).
Unfortunately I can no longer find the exact app I use in the market, though I'm sure there are others that do the same thing. If anyone would like the apk for the one I use just let me know and I can post it next time I'm on my laptop.
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95Z28 said:
Google maps can be stopped by using the app autostarts. All those apps that start by themselves when you do something, ie reboot phone connect to wifi ect... no longer plague me. True, I just delete most of them, but there are some I actually use (like maps and Gmail).
Unfortunately I can no longer find the exact app I use in the market, though I'm sure there are others that do the same thing. If anyone would like the apk for the one I use just let me know and I can post it next time I'm on my laptop.
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I'd like to check out that APK

Alright I'll post it by tomorrow evening for sure, might get on the laptop for a bit when I get off work in the morning. Appreciate what you do for the sgs4g fb!
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95Z28 said:
For anyone that wants to check it out, heres what I find to be one of my most useful apps (because I hate apps opening themselves in the background without my explicit permission).
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Autostarts is a paid app in the market.
If you found the developer posted it for free on XDA, please link to that... otherwise this breaks XDA rules.

95Z28 said:
For anyone that wants to check it out, heres what I find to be one of my most useful apps (because I hate apps opening themselves in the background without my explicit permission).
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Looks pretty handy. I'll test it out.

s15274n said:
Autostarts is a paid app in the market.
If you found the developer posted it for free on XDA, please link to that... otherwise this breaks XDA rules.
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My bad go back and see my previous posting, I didn't see it on the market when I looked last week. I just checked again and your right, it is still there. I'm not at my laptop now. Either need to have a mod delete my post or I'll do it tonight when I'm on the computer again.
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[Q] Ad blocking on EaglesBlood?

I know some ROMs include ad blocking features, such as Bionix Relaoded. However, EaglesBlood doesn't (still a great ROM), but I want to know how to enable it. Whether it be by adding files, removing them, flashing, etc.
Anyone that can explain this to me will be thanked. Please help!

Ad blocking has to do with modifying the hosts file. I'm not clear on the details, but perhaps someone else will clarify.
I've had great success running AdFree on EB 2.8 and EB ICS.

Ad blocking is a hotly debated topic on XDA since some of the developers use in app ads as a revenue stream.
Now that that is out of the was, there are many apps in the Market that modify the HOST file on the device to send requests to ad servers to loopack.
One of the more popular ones is ADfree Android. You need to be rooted to use it since it changes the HOSTS file that on the system partition and is read only.

Adaway is bo$$,also free
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I use adfree
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d12unk13astard said:
Adaway is bo$$,also free
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chrisram88 said:
I use adfree
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I use both and hosts data from ROM Manager.
>.>
What?! There's nothing more awkward then showing someone an app and having it pop up with some random ad for 'hot women tonight' or some such. And I get that with both ad mod ads selected and deselected. I guess Google uses our SPAM boxes as a source.

Волк said:
What?! There's nothing more awkward then showing someone an app and having it pop up with some random ad for 'hot women tonight' or some such. And I get that with both ad mod ads selected and deselected. I guess Google uses our SPAM boxes as a source.
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Or our browser history...
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+1 adaway
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theking_13 said:
Or our browser history...
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Ahaha
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URL associations with apps removed from ALL thunderbolt, possibly all HTC phones soon

This is a widespread issue among thunderbolt users, but I haven't seen a thread here yet.
I haven't accepted the OTA update from earlier this week, but last night my phone booted with what I assume was a update. Now, any URL can only be directed to the Web browser, not an individual app (for example, Google play links link to the play website, not the app. Same with youtube links). There's not too much out there about it, but from what I've seen, this is due to a new patent lawsuit from apple directed at HTC. Apparently HTC laid down and just removed the function. This is terrible and pretty much ruins the phones functionality.
As of right now the only work around I've heard of is custom roms. Personally I don't have that option as this is a corporate phone. Has anyone heard anything or does anyone have any ideas for a work around? I imagine what would work would be a fake "browser" that you would set as the default and just would reroute to apps, but I certainly don't have the developing know-how to make such a thing.
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With the HTC One series, there's a new "App Associations" menu that allows you to assign what apps will be used for various link types... is there no equivalent in the new OTA update for the Thunderbolt?

After the update there is that setting in the applications menu under settings
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This is frustrating.
I updated to the software update and regret it to the fullest extent. Now NO videos of Youtube open in the app. This is a headache.
There is a new "apps association" menu in settings now, under Applications menu. But there is NO option to set YOUTUBE as a default like it used to be with ease.
Anybody here have a way around this??
What I found is using Opera Mini helps this by making it one less step to open videos in the app. But still miss the old direct way.
Help people!!

This is due to the patent judgment against HTC by Apple. The same judgment that recently delayed the release of the One X and the EVO 4G LTE. This feature will be removed in all future HTC releases.
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I went with browser swap, but that doesn't really help with YouTube links. Maybe someone will stand up and code an app?

ianargent said:
I went with browser swap, but that doesn't really help with YouTube links. Maybe someone will stand up and code an app?
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You can't. Apple patented the tech, all they will do is go after a new developer of such an app. Your best bet is to root, run titanium backup, and flash a custom rom that is based on an older Thunderbolt ROM if you want the feature back.

mvh11 said:
You can't. Apple patented the tech, all they will do is go after a new developer of such an app. Your best bet is to root, run titanium backup, and flash a custom rom that is based on an older Thunderbolt ROM if you want the feature back.
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Or you edit the build prop and delete an HTC file in the system app directory, I saw it for the sense 3.x tons and.tried it on my tbolt and it worked. Google it.
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Google_Nexus said:
Or you edit the build prop and delete an HTC file in the system app directory, I saw it for the sense 3.x tons and.tried it on my tbolt and it worked. Google it.
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Does this require root?
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Without root, you can't delete system apps

ianargent said:
Without root, you can't delete system apps
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Got root? Yep.. all phones should be rooted and unlocked out the box.
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Google_Nexus said:
Got root? Yep.. all phones should be rooted and unlocked out the box.
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Unlocked, yes. Able to be rooted without an exploit, yes. With root enabled, no. I no longer log in on a admin account on my laptop for security reasons. The "default"use account should not have root

ianargent said:
Unlocked, yes. Able to be rooted without an exploit, yes. With root enabled, no. I no longer log in on a admin account on my laptop for security reasons. The "default"use account should not have root
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No always use an administrator account. Won't use anything less... That's how I roll......
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Kingnothing9 said:
This is a widespread issue among thunderbolt users, but I haven't seen a thread here yet.
I haven't accepted the OTA update from earlier this week, but last night my phone booted with what I assume was a update. Now, any URL can only be directed to the Web browser, not an individual app (for example, Google play links link to the play website, not the app. Same with youtube links). There's not too much out there about it, but from what I've seen, this is due to a new patent lawsuit from apple directed at HTC. Apparently HTC laid down and just removed the function. This is terrible and pretty much ruins the phones functionality.
As of right now the only work around I've heard of is custom roms. Personally I don't have that option as this is a corporate phone. Has anyone heard anything or does anyone have any ideas for a work around? I imagine what would work would be a fake "browser" that you would set as the default and just would reroute to apps, but I certainly don't have the developing know-how to make such a thing.
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That's not exactly some HTC key/core feature. It's in every Android phone and part of the Android source itself. Even the Galaxy Nexus does it. It's not even a phone specific feature. PCs have done it for years using file://some-local-filesystem-point and using sockets to link apps to other apps. That's all Android does pretty much. Since everyone should be rooted on here (the thunderbolt is painful if you don't), it doesn't affect anyone.
Also I see no source links in your post. Means nothing if you can't link to something verifiable.

Google_Nexus said:
No always use an administrator account. Won't use anything less... That's how I roll......
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If you like working without a safety net, more power to you. I'd rather be safe than sorry, myself

ianargent said:
If you like working without a safety net, more power to you. I'd rather be safe than sorry, myself
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Gotta roll on the wild side.
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ianargent said:
Without root, you can't delete system apps
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hi i am using htc salsa..i ve deleted all my system application unfortunately...any way to re install all the applications...if its possible please let me know..thanks in advance

daanniey said:
hi i am using htc salsa..i ve deleted all my system application unfortunately...any way to re install all the applications...if its possible please let me know..thanks in advance
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You can install a rom

Mathiias said:
This is due to the patent judgment against HTC by Apple. The same judgment that recently delayed the release of the One X and the EVO 4G LTE. This feature will be removed in all future HTC releases.
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Apple said they should be the only one to make a smartphone and they are using the patent system to their advantage. I don't like it anymore then anyone else. Perhaps we should all send a letter to waz for him to become.the.next apple ceo and chairmen. He also uses android
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AdFree Not Found in Market

Tried updating my AdFree hosts today and got "This copy of AdFree is too old, please update to a newer version" error. Looked for AdFree Android in the Play Store and got "Item not found". Has this app been blocked?

I use ad away it's really good
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Same problem here

too

+1000.
It disappeared out of my market apps a day or two ago.

I thought I was going crazy.....
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I went with Ad Away.
RIP AdFree. I've been loyal to you and your ugly logo since my D1. Lol. I'm going to miss you ;(
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Odd it pulled up for me
Clean Romed&themed the [email protected]#out

Hulk0069 said:
Odd it pulled up for me
Clean Romed&themed the [email protected]#out
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Weird. Maybe it's back? I checked about 5 hours ago for the last time...
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.adblockplus.android
Why not just use Adblock Plus?

Hulk0069 said:
Odd it pulled up for me
Clean Romed&themed the [email protected]#out
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Mine would pull up as well, but if you open ad free, it will tell you it is out of date and needs updated.
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LLStarks said:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.adblockplus.android
Why not just use Adblock Plus?
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I don't know, maybe cause I liked AdFree? Lol.
AdAway will be my new one. Simple, easy, effective
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Is there anyway to block ads in apps only and not in browsers? Many links I click on in emails and certain webpages use ad servers (I assume) and ad blocking causes these pages to say cannot be displayed. I do not want ads in apps themselves but still want to use links in the browsers that currently are not working when ad blocking is turned on.

I mailed the devs, they will release it any soon again.
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LLStarks said:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.adblockplus.android
Why not just use Adblock Plus?
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Because it has permanent message in notification drawer....

There is a new version of Adfree with a new market link. You have to uninstall v.0.8.44 and install this one (v.0.8.45). Don't know why this was done...

They are all gone AdFree, Ad away. Cannot find them

arcdemise said:
They are all gone AdFree, Ad away. Cannot find them
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They're coming back to the Play Store.
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Here's the one from jRummy.
Here is a link to the ad blocker for all those requesting: http://jrummy16.com/jrummy/ad-blocker/Ad-Blocker-JRummy-Apps.apk … #android

Is Google now blocking the blockers?
Is Google now blocking the blockers? Either ADB, AdFree or another said I had to set a Proxy for it to work so I did. Today, I could no longer access the PlayStore. Deleted the Proxy in WiFi Advanced Settings and now can access the PlayStore again.

Ad blocking apps gone from Google

Google takes harsh stance against ad-blocking apps, removes them from Play Store http://phandroid.com/?p=117943
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Sucks but I'm sure the devs will still update them.
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Yes I hate ads on my phone bad enuff it's on YouTube
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good thing I still have ad away on my phone and titanium backs up for it.

How do we save the apk that is already installed? Running Ad away.
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sthpaw01 said:
How do we save the apk that is already installed? Running Ad away.
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Download and install apkshare and email the particular app to yourself
iSheep... iSheep... Meowww that's Apple VZW GSIII

Or use titanium back up, or you could save the apk to drop box/media share.
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sthpaw01 said:
How do we save the apk that is already installed? Running Ad away.
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I use root explorer and just go to data/app and make a copy of the apk
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Who wants to PM me a copy of ad away or ad blocker by jrummy?

Neverendingxsin said:
Who wants to PM me a copy of ad away or ad blocker by jrummy?
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Did you get it?
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Can someone also pm me a copy. I had ad away and ad free on tibu bit I must have got rid of them.
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You can Google adfree apk it'll pop up.just cause it's not in the play store doesn't mean it's gone forever.
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Well i backed mine up through Ti backup so Here
https://www.dropbox.com/s/8jz1ho80ljwq184/AdAway_2.2.apk
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Perfect, thank you!
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Hulk0069 said:
You can Google adfree apk it'll pop up.just cause it's not in the play store doesn't mean it's gone forever.
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True but I trust a member on here more than some random Google download

Just backed up AdAway via TB and ES File Explorer.
If only it would block the Campbell's soup ads that appear between levels in Angry Birds Star Wars. Mmmm, soup.

HeadlessPonch said:
Just backed up AdAway via TB and ES File Explorer.
If only it would block the Campbell's soup ads that appear between levels in Angry Birds Star Wars. Mmmm, soup.
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(Lol )BTW , one of the major host sources is offline and that's why ads are getting through
Just add this to your hosts sources list
http://adaway.sufficientlysecure.org/hosts.txt
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gamepro602 said:
(Lol )BTW , one of the major host sources is offline and that's why ads are getting through
Just add this to your hosts sources list
http://adaway.sufficientlysecure.org/hosts.txt
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Thanks guy, very much appreciated. Any more helpful tips? Can AdAway be used in conjunction with AdFree for extra strength? :laugh:

imjehh said:
Thanks guy, very much appreciated. Any more helpful tips? Can AdAway be used in conjunction with AdFree for extra strength? :laugh:
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Lol no
If you want more strength you need to add more hosts sources
Laughing at you while eating jellybeans

Of course the week I take my stock training wheels off
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