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Amazon Appstore Region Fix (Root)

I have found a way to get apps from the amazon appstore even if you are from outside the only working region (US)
I have tested it with Angry Birds Rio. BTW, I'm from Mexico
We need to configure the HotSpotShield to work with our phone. You need to be rooted in order to do this.
(Credits to hacktrix2006 for this method)
So steps to setting up HotSpotShield
1. Download VPN Connections 0.99 (goo(dot)gl/QPulb)
2. You need to get an user name and Password from HotSpotShield (Click on get Account ID) (goo(dot)gl/JFzF)
3. Open VPN Connections 0.99
4. Settings for VPN Connection 0.99:
Make sure VPN is enabled
Select "Add Another Network"
Connection Name: HotSpotShield
IPSec gateway address: 68.68.107.101
IPSec ID: hss
IPSec Secret: hss
Username: "The one obtained from the HotSpotShield"
Password: "Same as Username"
Password + Token Digits: Unticked
5. Click on "Add"
6. Press and Hold on "HotSpotShield" and select Connect.
7. It should take a few seconds and you should be connected.​
Know that you have configured hotspot shield and confirmed that it works we need to set up our amazon settings to make it think we are buying from the US
You will need to configure an Amazon 1-click option with a valid US address, you can look for an hotel or you can even use google's own:
1600 Amphitheatre Parkway
Mountain View, CA 94043
goo.gl(dot)pOAJF
If you want to buy and app (Not a free app) then you will also need a credit card that can work with an american address. I have a Banamex-California Commerce Bank and it gives me the option to use an address from Florida. You need to set this payment option with the 1-click address.
Make sure you click on Click here to make this your 1-Click default address so it can be used for buy apps, mp3s and kindle books.
Hope this is helpful

Anyone confirm this works? Also i definitely won't be buying apps from that store, i dont want to give them any of my money i would rather contact the developer direct and pay them.

hmm I just get a Force Close as soon as I try to connect to the VPN

Ok so far everything works I just need to add a credit card but if I add my own will it not be able to tell its not American?

My problem here begins with obtaining a user id @ hotspotshield, nowhere on the website or in app there is that phrase you wrote down there.
Any explanation?

Elemetrix said:
hmm I just get a Force Close as soon as I try to connect to the VPN
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After finding everything i get a forced close 2.

FC
i also got a force close when i tired to connect...if it matters i'm on darky's rom 9.3

dudau16 said:
i also got a force close when i tired to connect...if it matters i'm on darky's rom 9.3
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Same here, darky's v9.3 but that shouldn't be the problem

VPN connections force close
Any other good app/guide for doing it?

Best proxies without root [orbot][opera mini][ucbrowser]

Hi guys
Today i want to talk about free proxies without root
Some for nearly entire network data and some for only browsing
Uc browser:
U should find the 7.2.2 version
1.install the app
2.use it!
Yepp that easy
It uses some compressing methods for sites that bypasses filtering
Remember that it is not safe to replace a vpn or socks system but we will get to that too!for me only this version works and it reduces the quality of the website but still usefull
Opera mini
1.download the latest version
2.open it
3.oh noooo! the red installation bar is stock?
Well that's no problem.go to your settings>wifi then hold on your wifi network then in the opened pop up select config or modify then give a manual proxy.you dont need to buy it,you can use orbot's proxy or free ones.they will do just good
4.open the app again
5.the red bar will complete and without need to the proxy you have a browser that can pass filtering
Orbot
You will need to find version 1.4.0.1
1.install the app
2.you can either use it with firefox or if you configure it as main proxy for the network you are using you can have fun with youtube apps and chrome but play store needs more advanced ways.if you want to use it with firefox you will need a simple plug-in named:network preferences add-on
After getting it with your fire fox open it and do the following steps:
2.1.in the first field type 1
2.2.in the second field(http...) type 127.0.0.1
2.3.in the 3rd one set the port for 8118
2.4.dont forget to enable this add-on
2.5.it will require restarting your firefox
2.6.your firefox is ready to fire
Plz note that orbot is very safe at least for now and you can trust it as a replacement for any paid or free proxy
If you want to set this app as the main proxy so that you can enjoy chrome and stock browser with proxy or use any other restricted app like youtube go to settings>wifi and hold your finger on your current network:
2.1.select modify network config.
2.2.tick show advanced options
2.3.set proxy settings for manual
2.4.type 127.0.0.1 as host name and 8118 as port
2.5.select ok and enjoy
What?it is not working???!!!yes becaus you have to first open orbot and then tap the button so it will connect.then both your firefox and wifi configured apps based on your method of usage will work.im currently using this so if anyone had any questions plz dont feel shy to ask
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[TUTORIAL] Unlocking Restricted Apps on Play Store

For people who lives in the restricted countries, this is a free and root-less way on how to bypass and download country restricted apps and games in Play Store without modding the Play Store app itself.
First of all,
i. Create a secondary google account on your PC.
ii. Leave 'Mobile phone' blank.
iii. Choose United Kingdom as location.
iv. In the next page, you will then add in you phone number for verification.
Next, on you phone, got to Settings>General>Accounts>Add Account>Existing, sign in with you new google account.
After all are done, go to Settings>Connections>More networks>VPN and tap the + sign.
Key in the following:-
Name : BestUKVPN
Type : PPTP
Server Address : BestUKVPN.com
Tick PPP encryption (MPPE)
and tap Save.
To connect, tap on the VPN you've just created :-
Username : free
Password : *the password changes everyday, go to w w w . bestUKVPN . c o m to get the password*
Then, go to Settings>General>Application manager and locate Google Play Store. Tap on it and tap Force Stop, Clear Cache and Clear Data accordingly.
Next, Go to your Play Store and choose your secondary account.
Viola, restricted country apps are available for download!
Unless you country is supported by Google Wallet, you can only download the free apps and games.
Enjoy!

No need for a second account, u can either kill PStore or just restart the machine. It will (re)authenticate the session to a different server (hence, country).
There are easy ways to block this as well, it is just a matter of time to be honest.
However, this method is very loaded, you are opening a VPN for all the connections, there are way better methods for this, i.e Per APP VPN, why make the whole system use a slow connection when you can only have a list of apps that will use that connection. ProxyDroid is amazing, but requires root, i think it supports VPN-s as well .

PlutoDelic said:
No need for a second account, u can either kill PStore or just restart the machine. It will (re)authenticate the session to a different server (hence, country).
There are easy ways to block this as well, it is just a matter of time to be honest.
However, this method is very loaded, you are opening a VPN for all the connections, there are way better methods for this, i.e Per APP VPN, why make the whole system use a slow connection when you can only have a list of apps that will use that connection. ProxyDroid is amazing, but requires root, i think it supports VPN-s as well .
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Yes there are apps that provides fast and free VPN as well but most of the apps limits your usage, therefore not very efficient. You can switch off the connection once after the restriction is opened and use a faster connection, i.e wifi. And also this doesn't require root.

dayat710 said:
You can switch off the connection once after the restriction is opened and use a faster connection, i.e wifi. And also this doesn't require root.
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yup confirmed, play store doesn't seem to care about the source location for as long as it authenticates on a country that has the service enabled.
It would be really nice though to have an app that does not require root and can handle a list of apps, and use the proxy/vpn only for that specific list. i guess iptables play a role here.

I tried using my first account which is registered in Brunei and use VPN, cant get thru the restrictions.
I also found out using MarketAccess/MarketEnabler *requires root* and set it to UK/US, I can browse apps/games in Samsung Apps, without the need of VPN. But also could not buy any apps or games unless I have a bank account outside my country.

[Q] "Best" Tor/Privacy App?

I'm pretty new to the world of Android and was wondering what are some "best"/"good" apps to hide your identity online? I've looked at the Google Play Store for Tor related apps but unsure if they're actually secure and reliable? What do you guys use for security/anonymity?

I use Spotflux and Hotspot Shield and I find that both are pretty good.

Have you ever tried disconnect me? Or just activate private mode in Firefox

There are two main Tor apps on the play store: Orbot and Orxy. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages. I've used both, and both work well.
Rebekka_Sun said:
... activate private mode in Firefox
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Private mode in Firefox does not make you anonymous.
Using normal VPNs doesn't make you anonymous either. The VPN provider has all your details.
Remember, just using Tor will not make you fully anonymous. The torproject.org website has details, and the Orxy app store page has some tips.

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IS it really that easy to steal ID from your phone?

The OP wants to browse the web anonymously and such services are helpful for that.
Its not to prevent your ID from getting 'stolen' but more to make sure you are not being tracked, access sites that may be blocked on your corporate network or country, etc. Ofcourse there are countless other uses as well.
Ill give you one small example - if you want to access a job portal from your work computer without being worried your company can see you are looking for a new job, you can use a VPN to sort of 'mask' the internet traffic.
Or if you live in a country where YouTube is blocked and you want to access it...

Can I make an app think I'm using a japan vpn without actually using it?

Hi, I'm a Samsung galaxy note 3 user, android version 4.4.2, I have it rooted, and xposed installed. I never installed xposed before but I installed it a couple of days ago and now I'm seeing that I can do a lot of things with it, and because of this I started wondering something.
Well, I have an app called Abematv which is a free japanese tv app that I can't use unless I connect through a japanese vpn. I do this by using an app called "japan vpn" and "openvpn connect for android". The problem with this is that sometimes is too slow and the video quality is very low. So I was wondering how could I make this app think I'm using a japanese vpn when I'm really connected to my home wifi without any vpn.
I don't know if this can be done but it sounds like it's the kind of thing that you do through a xposed module. If there's a module that can do this, I don't know how to search for it. So if anyone knows how to do this via xposed or via whatever it makes it possible, please leave a comment
Thanks

azigta said:
Hi, I'm a Samsung galaxy note 3 user, android version 4.4.2, I have it rooted, and xposed installed. I never installed xposed before but I installed it a couple of days ago and now I'm seeing that I can do a lot of things with it, and because of this I started wondering something.
Well, I have an app called Abematv which is a free japanese tv app that I can't use unless I connect through a japanese vpn. I do this by using an app called "japan vpn" and "openvpn connect for android". The problem with this is that sometimes is too slow and the video quality is very low. So I was wondering how could I make this app think I'm using a japanese vpn when I'm really connected to my home wifi without any vpn.
I don't know if this can be done but it sounds like it's the kind of thing that you do through a xposed module. If there's a module that can do this, I don't know how to search for it. So if anyone knows how to do this via xposed or via whatever it makes it possible, please leave a comment
Thanks
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Ok well first things first. Don't mention lucky patcher here. It is banned as a Warez app and app developers will add code to that purposely causes issues if it is detected.
Depending in how it is getting your location you could make the device think it is in Japan. Something like mocking the Gps.

zelendel said:
Ok well first things first. Don't mention lucky patcher here. It is banned as a Warez app and app developers will add code to that purposely causes issues if it is detected.
Depending in how it is getting your location you could make the device think it is in Japan. Something like mocking the Gps.
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Hi, I eddited the message so the words don't appear. (would be good if you edit your message so the words don't appear there too, I don't want troubles xD) Thanks.
About the gps thing, I think it doesn't use the gps since I have it disabled and the app doesn't have the permission to get the location, so I think it gets the location based on the ip.

Not all VPN services are the same. Your current VPN service may be slow because it has you connecting through Japan. Nice VPN services allow you to connect to a VPN server in your country while they route your country VPN server to the final destination VPN server. This allows you to sometimes benefit with improved connection speeds. You can do free trials with most VPN services and I recommend maybe moving to another.
Example: Normal VPN> your-device->VPN server in japan->your-device
(upload/download limits determined by home network and ISP max connections)
Higher end VPN> your-device->local VPN->VPN server in japan->local VPN->your-device
(upload/download limit between VPNs determined by VPN servers which maximize limits before passing the information to your local device)
Other info relevant to the topic:
There are many options available to a developer to verify your location in today's internet.
Even your browser for your device has a unique "fingerprint" and if your gps or IP location changes they can still verify it's coming from the same device.
There are ways around browser fingerprinting.
With most programs, there is an order or hierarchy of testing your location. Spoofing your GPS may overrule an IP check. To overcome issues it's important to try and test and try even when met with failures. It's important to not be dismissive of possible solutions when troubleshooting an issue or searching for a work-around.

TehZig said:
Not all VPN services are the same. Your current VPN service may be slow because it has you connecting through Japan. Nice VPN services allow you to connect to a VPN server in your country while they route your country VPN server to the final destination VPN server. This allows you to sometimes benefit with improved connection speeds. You can do free trials with most VPN services and I recommend maybe moving to another.
Example: Normal VPN> your-device->VPN server in japan->your-device
(upload/download limits determined by home network and ISP max connections)
Higher end VPN> your-device->local VPN->VPN server in japan->local VPN->your-device
(upload/download limit between VPNs determined by VPN servers which maximize limits before passing the information to your local device)
Other info relevant to the topic:
There are many options available to a developer to verify your location in today's internet.
Even your browser for your device has a unique "fingerprint" and if your gps or IP location changes they can still verify it's coming from the same device.
There are ways around browser fingerprinting.
With most programs, there is an order or hierarchy of testing your location. Spoofing your GPS may overrule an IP check. To overcome issues it's important to try and test and try even when met with failures. It's important to not be dismissive of possible solutions when troubleshooting an issue or searching for a work-around.
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ok thanks, I will try to spoof the gps and will comment how it worked .