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Volume hack for android

Anyone know if this works with 2.1? Or is anyone using this?
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I used it on my hero and loved it, have not installed it to my evo. The app writes to /system, something that is impossible to do at the moment. So we have to wait this one out.

kyleblakepeters said:
I used it on my hero and loved it, have not installed it to my evo. The app writes to /system, something that is impossible to do at the moment. So we have to wait this one out.
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awesome, thanks

toasts doesn't have write access to /system?

little more on this is that it may take a kernel rewrite to get it going. Thats the only way they got it working on the Nexus and it seems our files are similar to theirs. So once we get source I'll defly be looking into that!

Really? The EVO's ring isnt loud enough for you? I was very satisfied.

Really..
Frankly for me the volume has sucked in every HTC phone I have used IMHO. I mean its not horrible or unusable for me or anything..I would like what the max is now to be about the middle..My notifications mostly is what I would like louder.
The speaker phone isnt that great either but ive used HTC phones long enough to be used to it.

Bump. I would really appreciate more info on this, the alarm tones are not loud enough to wake me up. Thanks.

oOflyeyesOo said:
toasts doesn't have write access to /system?
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No ROM has write access to /system from within Android. Currently, the only way to do that is through toast's custom recovery.
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Dredge said:
Really? The EVO's ring isnt loud enough for you? I was very satisfied.
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I've found the audio quality to suck on the EVO... there is a big difference in audio quality between the EVO and the iPhone... it just sounds flat to me. And even with the volumne all the way up it was barely loud enough to hear over a lawn mower.

Vinny75 said:
I've found the audio quality to suck on the EVO... there is a big difference in audio quality between the EVO and the iPhone... it just sounds flat to me. And even with the volumne all the way up it was barely loud enough to hear over a lawn mower.
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LMFAO a lawn mower is pretty loud buddy a phone is not a stereo if you want to hear music over a lawn mower you need to get a actual stereo or get some ear buds..

xtkxhom3r said:
LMFAO a lawn mower is pretty loud buddy a phone is not a stereo if you want to hear music over a lawn mower you need to get a actual stereo or get some ear buds..
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I'm going to assume you aren't as stupid as you are trying to make me out to be. Yes, it was with Bose in-ear buds and klipsch s4 in-ear buds... the quality is ****ty.
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=726
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=698655
http://androidaudiohacks.com/home/

how are the klipsch s4's? worth buying?

berkmanmd said:
how are the klipsch s4's? worth buying?
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Yes, they are. my buddy and I were using those to test the sound quality between the evo and the iphone.. i think he's going to get a pair now after hearing them

Vinny75 said:
I'm going to assume you aren't as stupid as you are trying to make me out to be. Yes, it was with Bose in-ear buds and klipsch s4 in-ear buds... the quality is ****ty.
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=726
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=698655
http://androidaudiohacks.com/home/
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well maybe you should be a little more clear next time...
try buying some comply eartips for your ear buds they really improve the sound and provide excellent noise canceling.... i use them for my monster turbines

Full write access is now available so when I get to a PC this will be one of the first things I try.

MrDSL said:
Full write access is now available so when I get to a PC this will be one of the first things I try.
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I have full root (Yay Toast!!) now so I tried volume hack 3.6. I backed up my stock files first and then tried the 3.6 + everything mode, but it doesn't seem to work...unless the difference is not that dramatic. I also tried the 3.3 files, but same thing.
Anyway, the app indicates it doesn't work on the Nexus and several others so maybe the Evo is included in that. Give a try and let me know if it works for you.

Crap I hope someone works this out. The fm app is really low when on speaker

Retracted.... Headphones didn't work either. Bummer.

Um...wow, this worked awesome for the headphones! Three bars up from mute is about the same as stock at max.
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So it is working then?
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Speaker MOD - or new Speaker module?

Hi everyone,
I did the speaker mod to my nexus 5 (hardware mod) but to be honest i'm not satisfied about the quality of the audio.
I saw a video on youtube, this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLbXtMKnXys&noredirect=1 and he says that a new module sounds better that even the modded one.
Does anyone has tried it?
Thanks

Interesting. Does this means those new batches should assembled with the new speaker..?
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ZhenMing said:
Interesting. Does this means those new batches should assembled with the new speaker..?
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well really don't know... and it's the thing I also would discover. If new devices are equipped with a better speaker module it could have sense to buy it and replace.
Thanks

did anyone tried the new module?

quick, to the RMA thread!!

meangreenie said:
quick, to the RMA thread!!
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well i tried the hardware MOD so i don't think i can ask a return to google....

gerazzo said:
well i tried the hardware MOD so i don't think i can ask a return to google....
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hopefully they become available for cheap

gerazzo said:
Hi everyone,
I did the speaker mod to my nexus 5 (hardware mod) but to be honest i'm not satisfied about the quality of the audio.
I saw a video on youtube, this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLbXtMKnXys&noredirect=1 and he says that a new module sounds better that even the modded one.
Does anyone has tried it?
Thanks
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HardWare mod didn´t work for me. 4.4.1 improves volume substantialy but not quality.
Waiting for a new speaker already ordered in eBay. Seller told me that batch >1024 sounds better than my 0906. In few days I can tell for sure.

On an italian blog, as a comment in the news regarding differents dimensions speakers holes ( http://www.tuttoandroid.net/news/nexus-5-novita-hardware-161927/ ), an user posted this:
Well, since when He treated the larger holes , the difference in sound would not have been so varied between the two versions. But the problem is that the form was also changed internal speaker , I have both versions forward since the first one I bought at launch had the problem of the display to yellow and then to me this morning are to be replaced and I own the copyright got the new in which are present the larger holes such as in the article. Taken from the curiosity to understand why in the audio playback is a huge difference between the two and not believing that the improvement was due to the larger holes , I removed the battery cover and surprise ! ! The speaker module is not equal , has been replaced with a different one. My advice to all those who received less than 30 days from the phone : fatevelo replace contacting customer service google , because you have 30 days to get refund or replace your phone. So now the old revision have withdrawn and will come to you the new one.
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What I ordered is output Rev 11, instead what I got as a replacement is Rev 12. Please contact support and tell them that google finds the low audio problem that they already know, or that you have your phone with the display to yellow, you replace it with no problems if you are still within 30 days of receipt of the phone.
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I'm trying to contact the user to get more infos.
aavvaallooss said:
HardWare mod didn´t work for me. 4.4.1 improves volume substantialy but not quality.
Waiting for a new speaker already ordered in eBay. Seller told me that batch >1024 sounds better than my 0906. In few days I can tell for sure.
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Where can I read the batch number?

rev 12 exist?

I don't know... currently there aren't pics of fastboot screens that testify the existence of a Rev.12 version, no there on XDA and seems not in other parts of the world...
But the first zip file of OTA 4.4.1 was received from a guy in Italy that posted here the URL... the first Nexus 5 with bigger speaker holes was received from another guy here in Italy (that says it's still Rev.11, and audio is almost identical to his another Nexus 5 with smaller speakers holes)... you see that also the first Rev.12 Nexus 5 has been shipped to Italy lol
I'm going to investigate :fingers-crossed:

Thanks for letting us know a new module is available. I almost bought an older one.
Just picked up one from ebay for $14 shipped: HH_SKU_2_1113 (the one in the video is HH_SKU_2_1024)

N5 Questions

Hello all,
So I am trying to get used to my new N5. I do like the device but have a few questions that I am hoping this forum can help answer.
1) Sound on N5: this seems low, When I apply an EQ app it gets a bit lower. Is there anything to fix this? Have ppl seen the same result?
2) Remove Apps on N5: I have a rooted/unlocked bootloader N5. There are some apps that I don't use and want to remove. How do I do this properly?
3) Dialer Apps: are there dialer apps out there that completely replace the stock dialer but with better feature/functionality?
I think that is it for now. I am coming from a LG Optimus G Pro, so its taking some time to get used to the screen size difference. I didnt think this would be a big deal but its a bigger deal than I gave it credit for.
Thanks,
Steve

stevefxp said:
2) Remove Apps on N5: I have a rooted/unlocked bootloader N5. There are some apps that I don't use and want to remove.
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Use Rom Toolbox or Titanium Backup to freeze unwanted apps. Better than uninstalling because it helps to have all of the original apps present for updates and flashing.
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1.) There is a zip that can slightly raise the volume of your nexus 5. And you can do a hardware mod to make it louder.
2.) Get titanium backup and just uninstall them.
3.) Yeah you can use any dialer just like as if you can use any SMS app. There is no "better" dialer. Just Google it and watch reviews and decide from there, that's for you to decide.
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Dragn4rce said:
1.) There is a zip that can slightly raise the volume of your nexus 5. And you can do a hardware mod to make it louder.
2.) Get titanium backup and just uninstall them.
3.) Yeah you can use any dialer just like as if you can use any SMS app. There is no "better" dialer. Just Google it and watch reviews and decide from there, that's for you to decide.
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Does the hardware mod only change the loudness of the speaker or does it also apply when using a headset with the device?

stevefxp said:
Does the hardware mod only change the loudness of the speaker or does it also apply when using a headset with the device?
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The hardware mod is drilling holes in the speaker, so....
Try viper4android. I've seen people say that works
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stevefxp said:
Does the hardware mod only change the loudness of the speaker or does it also apply when using a headset with the device?
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Hardware mods are mods you do with your bare hands and not zips and stuff. So no it will not increase Volume with headphones. If you don't want to get your hands dirty, there's a zip that will also increase the speaker loudness too. And you can do the suggestion above me ↑.
But kernels can raise the volume for headphones. I know that existed for the Galaxy Nexus
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Dragn4rce said:
Hardware mods are mods you do with your bare hands and not zips and stuff. So no it will not increase Volume with headphones. If you don't want to get your hands dirty, there's a zip that will also increase the speaker loudness too. And you can do the suggestion above me ↑.
But kernels can raise the volume for headphones. I know that existed for the Galaxy Nexus
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Anyone have experience with the Faux kernel, which is supposed to be targeted at increasing the loudness?

No I'm stock everything. Just rooted using gravity box
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stevefxp said:
Hello all,
So I am trying to get used to my new N5. I do like the device but have a few questions that I am hoping this forum can help answer.
1) Sound on N5: this seems low, When I apply an EQ app it gets a bit lower. Is there anything to fix this? Have ppl seen the same result?
2) Remove Apps on N5: I have a rooted/unlocked bootloader N5. There are some apps that I don't use and want to remove. How do I do this properly?
3) Dialer Apps: are there dialer apps out there that completely replace the stock dialer but with better feature/functionality?
I think that is it for now. I am coming from a LG Optimus G Pro, so its taking some time to get used to the screen size difference. I didnt think this would be a big deal but its a bigger deal than I gave it credit for.
Thanks,
Steve
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1) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2532788
2) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
2a) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cleanmaster.mguard&hl=en
2b) http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-20098610-285/removing-stock-apps-on-rooted-android-devices/
3) I like stock dialer (4.4.2) especially when trying to find a phone number for the place but look around playstore

Anyone know or replaced the dire speaker ?

Guys, loving the N5 but HATE the speaker, i have run custom roms, tweaks but frankly - my opinion, dire !
Has anyone though about a replacement, better alternative ?
As gonna dive in and possibly take a look ?
Thanks

When have you EVER heard of replacing a proprietary speaker in a cell phone with an "alternative" or "upgraded" speaker? Let alone there even being one available?

rrat said:
Guys, loving the N5 but HATE the speaker, i have run custom roms, tweaks but frankly - my opinion, dire !
Has anyone though about a replacement, better alternative ?
As gonna dive in and possibly take a look ?
Thanks
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Why don`t you try that and let us know?

rrat said:
Guys, loving the N5 but HATE the speaker, i have run custom roms, tweaks but frankly - my opinion, dire !
Has anyone though about a replacement, better alternative ?
As gonna dive in and possibly take a look ?
Thanks
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This post is no different than the other 50 post complaining about the speaker in various ways. There are zip files to flash, kernels with sound management, and so on. I don't think anyone has attempted to replace the speaker, although they have stuck a hot needle into the holes to make them bigger Some guy has attempted to put the g2 battery into his nexus. You can be that guy attempting to put a new speaker in his nexus 5.
Good luck

thedrmonkey said:
When have you EVER heard of replacing a proprietary speaker in a cell phone with an "alternative" or "upgraded" speaker? Let alone there even being one available?
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Your obviously NOT an engineer and i would also guess, have not alot of foresight either, it's called lateral thinking, out of the box.
Kind regards
(I was just asking!)

Dam bruh might as well add a subwoofer and a amp and stereo speakers man.
Anyways try viper4android
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+1 for trying viper before hard-mod
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rrat said:
Your obviously NOT an engineer and i would also guess, have not alot of foresight either, it's called lateral thinking, out of the box.
Kind regards
(I was just asking!)
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Yes, obviously I'm not an engineer; I'm just going by the years of experience with phones and NEVER seeing a "upgraded replacement" speaker available for a phone...ever. :good:

Couldn't you just plug in whatever external speaker system you desire? Coupled with V4A you'd have a nice music setup.
Just don't use the top 3 volume levels when using a 3.5mm accessory as it has serious cross talk issues.
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How loud can it go on headphones?

Yo.
I need an answer on this. Can this phone go loud on headphones? Opinions are very mixed... How is it compared to Moto G?
I heard there are newer versions of N5, did they change something with volume or not? Maybe Android updates does something to it?
Pls notice that I'm talking about headphone out, not speakers.

Mine goes very loud. I also use viper4android though.
There is only one version of the n5
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Mine goes up to 11.

_MetalHead_ said:
Mine goes up to 11.
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trollop thinks he's funny
could someone say how it is without v4a, just stock phone?

Not running stock but it's plenty loud. There's a mod and an app to let you change the mixer_paths. The DAC still isn't the greatest but at least you can turn up the volume.

theesotericone said:
Not running stock but it's plenty loud. There's a mod and an app to let you change the mixer_paths. The DAC still isn't the greatest but at least you can turn up the volume.
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Could you please tell me what this app is called?
So I can basically install it, change some numbers in mixer_paths and get higher than stock volume WITHOUT DISTORTION? That would be great!

Here you go

Loud enough to blow my ears out on max volume lol. It depends on your headphones too anyways.

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could someone say how it is without v4a, just stock phone?
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In what unit of measure? Decibels? The output partially depends on your headphones and rigging up a decibel meter isn't exactly going to yield great results. Also, if I answered in decibels, I don't think you'd be we to process the information usefully.
..and that is why trollop was funny. You asked an unanswerable question. 11 is as valid as anything else because there is no unit of measure that answers the question that you could possibly understand.
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