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Hey guys,
I'm trying (without luck so far) to change the DPI setting on my tablet so that I can have more screen real estate.
I'm running stock (ICS) rooted on my Galaxy Tab 2 7" - this ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1798283
So far, I've tried:
- Editing build.prop myself to change DPI manually
- Using an app from the Play story
- Following the suggestions in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1826067
(no luck at all, because this app doesn't even include the lcd density slider)
In all cases, I either get no result, or I get a black startup screen. After each method/approach, I restore a clean backup from CWM (so the approaches aren't conflicting with each other).
I can't get anything to work. Any suggestions?
Did you try "Rom Toolbox Lite" from the play store. You need root to use it.
Performance > Build.prop Tweaks > LCD density ... pick what you want > Reboot.
Sorry if you tried that already but that's the easiest way to do it as far as i know.
May be because of stock rom try cm10 from www.teamhacksung.org you will not be disappointed i use it now marvellous !!!
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Sean_Seany said:
Did you try "Rom Toolbox Lite" from the play store. You need root to use it.
Performance > Build.prop Tweaks > LCD density ... pick what you want > Reboot.
Sorry if you tried that already but that's the easiest way to do it as far as i know.
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I did indeed try that. Unfortunately, the LCD density simply isn't an option under the Build.prop tweaks menu. I'm guessing that this has something to do with the fact that my build.prop actually contains no reference to LCD density. The normal build.prop entry isn't there. I don't understand the nuts and bolts of this well enough to know why, but somehow, the system is getting its LCD density settings from something other than build.prop.
I've truly read every item in build.prop, and nothing appears to be related to LCD density, even by another name. It just doesn't seem to be in there, which is probably why Rom Toolbox Lite is intelligently removing that particular slider option from my view.
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May be because of stock rom try cm10 from www.teamhacksung.org you will not be disappointed i use it now marvellous !!!
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I'm completely open to going to CM10, but I'll tell you my reservation (and maybe you can tell me if I'm just missing something obvious):
I tried two or three of the CM10 roms yesterday. In all cases, when I booted to my homescreen, it was stuck in landscape mode. It wouldn't rotate into portrait, no matter what I did. I spent hours combing through threads, trying to figure out why one of the most basic aspects of being a tablet (the ability to rotate orientations) was not working. I finally came across a solution that required downloading a new launcher APK. I applied the solution, and it worked. But it felt glitchy, and the whole user experience situation was a bit disappointing. It didn't feel smooth, not that their was intense lag, but there was a noticeable UI performance hit (at least in my own subjective opinion).
It IS sort of killing me that I can't get the DPI to something more reasonable though - so I'm a motivated CM10-er. I just can't deal with a tablet that I'll practically never use in landscape, being stuck in landscape.
Have you tried setting/display/rotation and ticked autorotate,include lock screen and 0,90,180,270 degrees
You could also try Nova or apex launchers or go launcher hd i use it now
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Have you tried setting/display/rotation and ticked autorotate,include lock screen and 0,90,180,270 degrees
You could also try Nova or apex launchers or go launcher hd i use it now
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Yep. I think it's actually a known bug.
I have somewhat mixed emotions about eschewing the bloatware of the stock Samsung experience, only to put on a 3rd party launcher after the fact. But that's a philosophical debate best had elsewhere. I think my issue with CM10 or AOSP right now, is that stuff just doesn't seem to work right on the P3113. I could be wrong - in fact, I very well might be wrong. I'm not necessarily as up to date as someone who has owned this tablet for more than 3 days. But in terms of the 10 or so hours I've spent clunking away at it this weekend, it seems like some really obvious stuff is missing. (rotation, etc).
hi, sorry if i am a begginer, but i have few questions: (i have cm10.1 on galaxy tab 2 10.1 - p5110)
1. i have to periodically update gapps (to flash them), or they update from play store?
2. i understand that cm is deodexed, the apps installed from store will be odexed? i will have both odexed & deoexed apps?
3. cm for my device is created specially for it, with the right drivers?
(because sound seems a little low and luminosity the same, compared to stock)
4. is there a possibility to have softkeys in left of screen?
5. it seems to me that the resolution is different than stock? because the screen looks a little bit condensed...
6. i can, for example, to disable apolo and install stock player?
7. how about the dialer, i have wifi version and it's missing, i want it for those service codes (imei, service menu, etc..)
8. how can i make my own flashable apps package? to not install them one by one from store. i have to deoex them?
9. how about wallpapers, they appear zoomed on homescreen ...
10. where i can learn how cm works, about deoex and all those things? on their site are not much things explained for begginers
Thank you for understanding
no one?
geo741 said:
hi, sorry if i am a begginer, but i have few questions: (i have cm10.1 on galaxy tab 2 10.1 - p5110)
1. i have to periodically update gapps (to flash them), or they update from play store?
2. i understand that cm is deodexed, the apps installed from store will be odexed? i will have both odexed & deoexed apps?
3. cm for my device is created specially for it, with the right drivers?
(because sound seems a little low and luminosity the same, compared to stock)
4. is there a possibility to have softkeys in left of screen?
5. it seems to me that the resolution is different than stock? because the screen looks a little bit condensed...
6. i can, for example, to disable apolo and install stock player?
7. how about the dialer, i have wifi version and it's missing, i want it for those service codes (imei, service menu, etc..)
8. how can i make my own flashable apps package? to not install them one by one from store. i have to deoex them?
9. how about wallpapers, they appear zoomed on homescreen ...
10. where i can learn how cm works, about deoex and all those things? on their site are not much things explained for begginers
Thank you for understanding
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do not post twice! just wait someone will read it!
anyway i will try and help you.
1) no they update via play store if update is present.
2)all your apps are deodexed now.
3)yes it is, but kernel is different and so are drivers because it is compiled from source and not by modding samsung rom. so it differs in few aspect, but it will become better and better with the developing. nightlies are not the top notch version of any rom, just wait!
4)that i do not know hope some dev will answer you.
5)it could be due to different kernel and gpu drivers. like said before wait for RC and stable version to see good things in that aspect.
6)you can do that. but i suggest not to remove apollo, just install the music player that you want and set it as default player so you do not mess with system files.
7)wifi verion=nodialer! if there is a mod for that search or ask a dev to do it for you or study and do it yourself!(for the study thing read down)
8)long thing to do, just patiently wait them to install from play OR install titanium back up, do a back up of the app you want, then you just need to install titanium back up and restore those app from there!
9)don't know what you mean. sorry post screenshot!
10) to learn everything you need check in xda forum under android general! AND go to XDA-UNIVERSITY and learn what you need!
11) NOT ASKED BUT REQUIRED: IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT BUY A BEER TO ANY DEV THAT HELPS YOU OUT IN SOMETHING OR THAT GIVE YOU SOMETHING USEFUL!!!
i'm not a dev so just give me a thx and i'm happy
enjoy!
9. Use quickpic
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do not post twice! just wait someone will read it!
anyway i will try and help you.
1) no they update via play store if update is present.
2)all your apps are deodexed now.
3)yes it is, but kernel is different and so are drivers because it is compiled from source and not by modding samsung rom. so it differs in few aspect, but it will become better and better with the developing. nightlies are not the top notch version of any rom, just wait!
4)that i do not know hope some dev will answer you.
5)it could be due to different kernel and gpu drivers. like said before wait for RC and stable version to see good things in that aspect.
6)you can do that. but i suggest not to remove apollo, just install the music player that you want and set it as default player so you do not mess with system files.
7)wifi verion=nodialer! if there is a mod for that search or ask a dev to do it for you or study and do it yourself!(for the study thing read down)
8)long thing to do, just patiently wait them to install from play OR install titanium back up, do a back up of the app you want, then you just need to install titanium back up and restore those app from there!
9)don't know what you mean. sorry post screenshot!
10) to learn everything you need check in xda forum under android general! AND go to XDA-UNIVERSITY and learn what you need!
11) NOT ASKED BUT REQUIRED: IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT BUY A BEER TO ANY DEV THAT HELPS YOU OUT IN SOMETHING OR THAT GIVE YOU SOMETHING USEFUL!!!
i'm not a dev so just give me a thx and i'm happy
enjoy!
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Thank you !
At 9, the problem is when i set the wallpaper, it is set directly, without to open croping tool first, and in landscape mode, it appears zoomed in.
And, at settings----apps--all i see many apps, like google ears, dialer apk's, but i dont find them to use them.
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Thank you !
At 9, the problem is when i set the wallpaper, it is set directly, without to open croping tool first, and in landscape mode, it appears zoomed in.
And, at settings----apps--all i see many apps, like google ears, dialer apk's, but i dont find them to use them.
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Ok for the wp problem check some app.. i do not know how to fix that sorry.
For the second one, well dialer apk is the one for the phone dialer you do not need to find it directly, the same goes for a lot of other apps. For anyone those search Google or xda to discover what they are and why they are there
I use quickpic and still have the same problem with wallpaper. i'm hoping there is a better answer but the way i got wallpaper to fit is by extending the border.. exp wallpaper has black background and is 100x100 create picture thats 200x200 paint it black then c&p your wallpaper and center it.
complicated? thats what i'm saying lol. again i'm sure theres a simpler way.. and no ... just resizing the wallpaper so its smaller wont work
Hi everyone,
Another common thread which i would like to see in s2 plus subforum
Starting with my favorite apps
MX Player - A video / audio player that supports almost all formats and subtitle support too
Whatsapp - A cross platform social messenger which needs no special introduction.
My APKs - lets u share / backup / restore apk files. So no need to download them again in case u factory reset or install a new rom.
Root Explorer - Root Explorer is the ultimate file manager for root users. Access the whole of android's file system (including the elusive data folder!).
Better Battery Stats - With BetterBatteryStats you can analyse the behavior of your phone, find applications causing the phone to drain battery while it is supposed to be asleep and measure the effect of corrective actions
Opera Browser - fastest browser for Android loads webpages almost instantly, in the right size and format for your phone.
Titanium Backup- Backup ALL apps, Market links, remove bloatware & MORE! ☆Needs ROOT
Dropbox - Dropbox is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere. After you install Dropbox on your computer, any file you save to your Dropbox will automatically save to all your computers, your Android device, and even the Dropbox website.
Instagram -Share your photos in a simple photo stream with friends to see - and follow your friends' photos with the click of a single button.
Xda-app- app by xda itself to browser its forum in an easy way. ( still lacks report button )
Opera Mini- for those who have slow and limited data plans (like me ) and still want to browse fast.
Tapatalk 4 - yes its the latest FREE version of tapatalk. Tapatalk is the only mobile app combing over 50,000+ internet communities with a streamlined mobile experience, allowing you to share and follow thoughts, photos, opinions to all your communities within a single mobile app.
Nova Launcher - Highly customizable, performance driven, home screen replacement for Android 4.0+
Rotation Locker - Lock your screen's rotation in Landscape, Portrait or Auto. When you launch the app, you're faced with these three options.
Root Dim - Requires root. Lets you decrease the brightness level way beyond what system allows, good for those who chat under blankets
Ex Dialer & Contacts - Fast and Smart T9 Dialer and Contact with theme and plugin suppport
Sliding Messaging Free- Easily manage text messages in a new and up to date format compliant with the Android design guidelines and visually based on the stock messaging app from Google
Tubemate - lets u download youtube videos on your mobile itself in any resolution u want B)
Ultimate Custom Widget UCCW - make your own widgets easily. Head on to this thread to find alot of them
Camera 360 Ultimate- my favorite camera app with 100s of photo effects. Also has cloud support
Hide It Pro - Hide Pictures ,Videos, Applications, Messages , Calls in your phone. COMPLETELY FREE and UNLIMITED version
Xperia Album App - my favorite album app when i had my Xperia U and i still use it on my s2p.
Xperia Walkman App - walkman app of Xperia. just install as simple apk and enjoy
Greenify - requires root...- Greenify help you identify and put the bad behaving apps into hibernation when you are not using them, to stop them from lagging your device and leeching the battery
Dashclock widget Dashclock widget is a widget some you can see the time and more stuff on your lockscreen
Feel free to drop your favorite apps in posts and i will add them to op
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panda00 said:
I heard Greenify is really good (based on the Google Play Store comments) for lag reduction, but I've never used it because I have little-no lag.
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I had used it on my xu (bit laggy on ics) .. and yes it functioned well.. bt I choosed all apps haphazardly so had much trouble wid keyboard not popping up ..
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Well, I have some favourite apps that I always use but they are not necessarily SGS2+ specific.
- Android System Info - Nice and easy overview of your battery, space and ram usage and more.
- Google Authenticator - Required for 2-factor protection on your Google account.
- Battery Monitor Widget - Useful for keeping an eye on your battery usage and charge history.
- DiskUsage - Give you an easy to read graphical representation of what's using all your precious storage space, has root features also.
- EBookDroid - PDF and e-book reader.
- ES File Explorer - For moving files about, with LAN/WAN/Cloud support and root features.
- GPS Test - Excellent tool for displaying all sorts of information about your GPS signal.
- KeePassDroid - Android implementation of KeePass, an open source password manager.
Sync/filetransfer and MORE
App I really love is:
MyPhoneExplorer
You just simply install it on phone, later on on PC. You can connect your phone via USB, BT or WIFI. Works for me perfect - very easy files shering (including folders), contact edit... and there is much more!
skulim said:
App I really love is:
MyPhoneExplorer
You just simply install it on phone, later on on PC. You can connect your phone via USB, BT or WIFI. Works for me perfect - very easy files shering (including folders), contact edit... and there is much more!
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Similiar to that i will recommend this app AirDroid , comes handy when you do not have a USB cable with you
panda00 said:
I heard Greenify is really good (based on the Google Play Store comments) for lag reduction, but I've never used it because I have little-no lag.
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Greenify is great at battery life especially when used with better battery stats. You can hibernate apps that are causing your phone to wake up or ones that run in the background.
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Dropbox
I use my Dropbox every day, absolutely adore this in mij phone :victory:
thank you, "Sliding Messaging Free" is a killer.
i need a thread maintainer.. anyone interested pm me.. i wont be able to manage this thread ...thanks
Make me thread maintainer
doctor_droid said:
i need a thread maintainer.. Anyone interested pm me.. I wont be able to manage this thread ...thanks
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i shall be highly thankful to you if you give me these responsibilities.
saif.ahmed.dar said:
i shall be highly thankful to you if you give me these responsibilities.
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okay bt u need to be a member first.. even for replying u will need 5 mins to wait.. just let this restrictions go away and i shall ask a mod to transfer ownership to u u have a s2 plus wid u?
doctor_droid said:
okay bt u need to be a member first.. even for replying u will need 5 mins to wait.. just let this restrictions go away and i shall ask a mod to transfer ownership to u u have a s2 plus wid u?
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I'd really like to get the ownership of this thread .
If need info PM .
Now that I am on 4.2.2, DashClock widget and extension series is a must for me.
Along with it, a third party launcher app like Apex or Nova is a must for UI customisations, also WidgetLocker.
For root, SetCPU is a must too. Great battery saver for 4.1.2, but not on 4.2.2 as I try recently.
For daily tasks, GTasks is a must for me to organise things better.
I don't like bright screen in dark place, so Screen Filter works perfectly for me to dim the screen further. It works by applying a layer of black wallpaper with transparency over the screen.
Last but not the least, EasyTouch (Apple's assistive touch-like) improves the lifespan for my home and power button (I guess?).
Have you guys heard about Unicon/Icon Themer? It allows you to use those icon themes what are usually for launchers only. I like it and it really works. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=sg.ruqqq.IconThemer
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Well Can anyone tell me the best app to backup all my apps, settings and specially the way I arrange my App Icons ?
Cause I keep on experimenting with my phone and flash it again and again. So installing all the apps and games again and again is hectic. And arranging all the icons too !
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I like obackup for making and handle backups
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fayez107 said:
Well Can anyone tell me the best app to backup all my apps, settings and specially the way I arrange my App Icons ?
Cause I keep on experimenting with my phone and flash it again and again. So installing all the apps and games again and again is hectic. And arranging all the icons too !
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You can do it via CWM. Go to advanced restore. Select "restore data".
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corduroy84 said:
You can do it via CWM. Go to advanced restore. Select "restore data".
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Well so it means I make the backup via CWM too right?
I'm on 4.1.2 right now. I make backup via CWM and then Flash latest 4.2.2. Root again and recover.
That's it? Will the different Android version create problem?
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I had been looking around for a way to lower the Infinity's resolution for a while, since lets face it, many games don't really like to run smooth at full HD.
Well i discovered an app that allows you to set the tablet's resolution to whatever you want (within reason) making many games run at much better frame rates
Resolution Changer Lite
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nexter.miniscalerfree&hl=en
There are a few issues however to be aware of.
Lowering my resolution made system ui crash repeatedly. The solution i found is to use GMD gesture control to hide the systembar.
"Fullscreen!" will also do the trick. You may also want something like "Pie Control" to replace the system buttons.
Also the asus keyboard crashed repeatedly after resolution change. To fix this i simply change to the google keyboard before lowering resolutions.
Asus weather seems to crash as well but only once and who cares about weather when your gaming
So for best results
1. change to google keyboard (or any other than asus)
2. hide systembar
3. change resolution
4. game at higher fps than ever before
5. change resolution back
6. reactivate systembar and change back to asus keyboard if desired.
Hope a few out there find this helpful.
Happy gaming
shadowcaster666 said:
I had been looking around for a way to lower the Infinity's resolution for a while, since lets face it, many games don't really like to run smooth at full HD.
Well i discovered an app that allows you to set the tablet's resolution to whatever you want (within reason) making many games run at much better frame rates
Resolution Changer Lite
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nexter.miniscalerfree&hl=en
There are a few issues however to be aware of.
Lowering my resolution made system ui crash repeatedly. The solution i found is to use GMD gesture control to hide the systembar.
"Fullscreen!" will also do the trick. You may also want something like "Pie Control" to replace the system buttons.
Also the asus keyboard crashed repeatedly after resolution change. To fix this i simply change to the google keyboard before lowering resolutions.
Asus weather seems to crash as well but only once and who cares about weather when your gaming
So for best results
1. change to google keyboard (or any other than asus)
2. hide systembar
3. change resolution
4. game at higher fps than ever before
5. change resolution back
6. reactivate systembar and change back to asus keyboard if desired.
Hope a few out there find this helpful.
Happy gaming
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Warning this left cromi-x in an unbootable state (my fault as i didn't bother hiding the staus bar)
deadlocked007 said:
Does this seriously change the resolution or just the dpi? Cause if so this is friggin game changing
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It does change resolution(Its nothing new though, used to run commands to do it, app just makes it easier) make sure you have a twrp back done before you attempt, i think it needs the tablet ui set, or you'll get the issue i had above.
Does it help performance or with transition being smoother?
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Does it help performance or with transition being smoother?
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Yes it will, by how much, have no idea. But transitions might be smoother, but the decrease in resolution will be much much more noticable
Since I am only new to the forums I can't post in the Rom dev area.
I just installed Rom from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481828
I was wondering if anyone knows how to remove the mobile signal icon from the status bar. It's great to have the stock Samsung Android 4.1.2 on my Galaxy Tab 7.7 wifi model, even if it's not perfect.
I have root access, so if it's just a matter of removing an app, i can uninstall it.
Peter
I'm pretty sure the process will involve de/re-compiling etc. Maybe SystemUI.apk. If you have data options in your device settings menu, settings.apk might need to be looked at as well.
Edit: I will take a look at a few things when I return home (away working).
Priority (apart from family) is a P6810 SkyHigh JB kernel, then followed by possible stock ROM mods, tweaks, or maybe a even a SkyHigh custom ROM - just for fun. Maybe not too, supporting a release takes precious time and testing, which I have very little ATM. Kernel release and support will be enough.
But last priority will be looking at (trying) removing any P6800 specific parts from the firmware, providing they don't impact the ROM or 'negative' effect on performance.
Please post any other firmware observations that shouldn't be on our Wi-Fi model.
Thanks.
UITA
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Remove: tw_stat_sys_signal_null* from SystemUI/res/drawable-mdpi
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Remove: tw_stat_sys_signal_null* from SystemUI/res/drawable-mdpi
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Excellent, saves me the time
But I think that's just cosmetic. We need to look deeper yet.
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Excellent, saves me the time
But I think that's just cosmetic. We need to look deeper yet.
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The following APK can be safely removed : /preload/symlink/system/app/secphone.apk
It will also stop the tablet to try to access any mobile signal... Which cannot be achieved anyway as it is only a wifi version... Thus draining the battery for no reason..
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The following APK can be safely removed : /preload/symlink/system/app/secphone.apk
It will also stop the tablet to try to access any mobile signal... Which cannot be achieved anyway as it is only a wifi version... Thus draining the battery for no reason..
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Thought there may be more to remove/edit, RIL etc, but it could just that simple. Thanks.
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obeguin said:
The following APK can be safely removed : /preload/symlink/system/app/secphone.apk
It will also stop the tablet to try to access any mobile signal... Which cannot be achieved anyway as it is only a wifi version... Thus draining the battery for no reason..
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can I uninstalled with titanium? I cant see it in the list :S
can we remove " Sim toolkit" too?
Morloc2 said:
can I uninstalled with titanium? I cant see it in the list :S
can we remove " Sim toolkit" too?
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I just installed the new Multi Window version of the Rom, which is great. However, I was wondering how you enable the Split screen mode. The apps all launch in resizable Windows, so you can have many running, I click on the pin button (which somewhere I read might switch modes) but it doesn't seem to work.
Elsewhere, I read that you need to change the DPI of the tablet in the build.prop file? Mine is currently on 160, I think some said 176 might be required to activate the split screen?
Anyone know the answer to this?
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could it work?
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Sorry about the late reply. Computer HD crashed :/
Anyways here are the steps.
1)Decompile SystemUI.apk
2)Go to com/android/systemui/statusbar/policy/StatusBarPolicy.smali <---Make a backup of this file before proceeding.
3)Find 'phone_signal_2' and delete the invoke-virtual 'setIcon()' method after it. (The invoke-virtual setIcon() method MAY NOT be immediately after 'phone_signal_2'. There maybe other lines in between. DO NOT delete those.)
4)Repeat Step 3 for EVERY instance of 'phone_signal_2'.
5)Recompile SystemUI.apk(don't forget to delete classes.dex from the 'keep' folder )
6)Push it back to your phone and change permissions to rw-rw-r
7)Reboot & Enjoy the extra status bar space
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Morloc2 said:
could it work?
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yes it works
EDIT:-Okay i absolutely did not notice the 4.1.2 :/
This mod was for gingerbread only. The files are very different in JB.
Process should be more or less the same but different files.
nice, so..what I need to try it?
can I connec the tab and modify this file?
ty
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I just installed the new Multi Window version of the Rom, which is great. However, I was wondering how you enable the Split screen mode. The apps all launch in resizable Windows, so you can have many running, I click on the pin button (which somewhere I read might switch modes) but it doesn't seem to work.
Elsewhere, I read that you need to change the DPI of the tablet in the build.prop file? Mine is currently on 160, I think some said 176 might be required to activate the split screen?
Anyone know the answer to this?
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I have played about, setting the dpi to 176 in build.prop does change it from windowed mode to split screen. However you need to change the default launcher from touchwiz before changing it from 160 to 176, as touchwiz is configured to only work at 160dpi, it crashes on any other dpi. The Samsung keyboard also has the same issue, so switch to google keyboard or SwiftKey before rebooting to bring the dpi into effect.
Also samsung calculator, camera and memo don't work at 176dpi. But if you get the photosphere camera from Android 4.3 from the s4 google edition it works.
I have seen that some have modified touchwiz to work at different dpi settings, so there might be another way to fix the Samsung apps.
If you change the dpi to 184/186, you get phablet mode for notifications, which looks more like the note 8 layout.
I think at different dpi the multi window changes mode. At 160 its like the note 10.1, with resizable Windows. At 176, its more like the note 8.
On a side note 176 dpi also fixed a bug in the aview app in the play store which would crash in portrait mode when launching videos from the Abc iview service.
how do you change this settings?
Morloc2 said:
how do you change this settings?
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I changed the dpi by using es explorer from the play store, you can mount /system as read/write and then edit /system/build.prop
You set the lcd density to 176. Save and reboot. But make sure you change your launcher first, otherwise you will have touchwiz crashing. Another app that crashes when not running at 160 dpi is the Samsung task manager. But at 176 dpi, the split screen and windowed modes both work, the little pin in the left corner switches between modes
My next question if anyone knows. The v4 multiwindow systemui.apk, is different from the one in the p6810 rom, that is the one from the p6800 multiwindow post, if i replace my current systemui.apk, will this fix my not having split screen at 160 dpi?
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I changed the dpi by using es explorer from the play store, you can mount /system as read/write and then edit /system/build.prop
You set the lcd density to 176. Save and reboot. But make sure you change your launcher first, otherwise you will have touchwiz crashing. Another app that crashes when not running at 160 dpi is the Samsung task manager. But at 176 dpi, the split screen and windowed modes both work, the little pin in the left corner switches between modes
My next question if anyone knows. The v4 multiwindow systemui.apk, is different from the one in the p6810 rom, that is the one from the p6800 multiwindow post, if i replace my current systemui.apk, will this fix my not having split screen at 160 dpi?
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I tried replacing systemui.apk, and this copy crashed, so I went back to the copy that came with the new Rom (the working copy is 4 mb, where as the one in v4 was about 2.5mb).
I tried 156dpi, as a test, and Touch Wiz and Samsung apps work fine at this DPI, they don't crash, but then the split screen bar doesn't show, but the apps launched in windows do seem to snap to the width of the screen at 156dpi. So I think the Touchwiz / Samsung apps have some sort of upper DPI limit coded into them. So, if anyone knows how to increase this to 176dpi, this would make the Rom perfect.
Samsung APK's that would need fixing from what I can see are
- Touchwiz
- Task Manager
- Camera
- Calculator
- Memo
Great news. I tried the modified systemui.apk and after it initially crashed after replacing the 4mb version, I decided to reboot anyway to see if it worked. It does, but better than that it works at 160dpi. Split screen works!
Also you need the double lcd dpi setting in build.prop for the split screen bar to work properly.
So don't worry about the initial crash, swap over. You also get the multi screen layout tool on the system bar. If you get the version from the p6810 stock android 4.1.2 thread it also eliminates the no mobile signal icon. Finally its almost perfect !
The latest Multi-Window ROM is really good.
I did some basic tests and it seems quite good.
Cannot believe Samsung aren't putting together a Jelly Bean ROM for P6810...
Anyway flashed this ROM and tested a few things.
Globally it seems very good.
I have spotted a few cosmetic issues but I guess this is because this ROM was designed for the P6800:
- Mobile Data Icon still there,
- About device/Status, crashes.
One major problem I have though is the fact I cannot mount my 64GB Cruzer Fit (FAT32) with this ROM anymore.
This is quite a show stopper and was wondering if anything could be done about this.
I did some more testing. The modified systemui.apk and the samsung multiwindow can sometimes have a double split screen bar. Both work, but are seperate to each other so when you move one the app snaps to it, but you move the other and it snaps to it.
Not sure the exact trigger, but if you disable multiwindow in settings, you can still launch multiwindow apps using the system bar quick launcher at the bottom of the screen that is in the new modified systemui.apk.
If you go back to the original systemui.apk after using the new one, split screen actually works at 160 dpi. So i am guessing it makes some files that fix the issue at 160 dpi. The only slight issue is the split screen bar is slightly small at 160dpi.
Another bug with the modified systemui.apk is if you hold down the home button the google now quick launch ring appears in the wrong location, off to the side. The original systemui.apk doesn't have this issue. Anyway, just feedback incase someone can fix these bugs.
Feedback on the great ROM
I am now using this ROM on my GT-P6810 and I have to say it is really good with the Kernel from UpInTheAir.
I can now mount an external 64GB CruzerFit USB key. I am getting a strange white square in the menu bar though.
I cannot copy to the key but can read from it.
The work that has been done so far is great though. Thanks to both. How hard will it be to remove any (if possible) non GT-6800 menus, I don't know but it is very usable. I have no idea why Samsung haven't done such thing really. This tab still rocks!
There is one thing I would really love though and that will be to be able to write to external key. When I try do do so the key is unmounted automatically. The OS start writing to it the it is being dismounted...