[Q] Constant listening with launcher? - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello,
Is it possible to have constant listening (like in Google Now launcher) in other launchers like Nova or Apex?
Thank you!

sigma_p said:
Is it possible to have constant listening (like in Google Now launcher) in other launchers like Nova or Apex?
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Yes.

PhilipTD said:
Yes.
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Thanks!
Any updates on always listening like on Moto X for other phones?
I looked into a few threads, didn't find anything.
Just checking since I started this...

sigma_p said:
Thanks!
Any updates on always listening like on Moto X for other phones?
I looked into a few threads, didn't find anything.
Just checking since I started this...
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It is certainly possible... Here is an interesting thread about the same:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/listening-proof-concept-t2673020

vin4yak said:
It is certainly possible... Here is an interesting thread about the same:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/listening-proof-concept-t2673020
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Well I've seen the Nexus 5 proof of concept. Nexus 5 apparently has a dedicated audio processor in the SoC like the Moto X.
What about other devices?
Let's say I have a very old device running bare stripped OS and just want to use the voice search on it and nothing else?
Ironman-esque maybe?

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[Q] Google Now Launcher APK?

Perhaps a noob question but I figured I might as well ask before trying it and messing something up.
Is there a Google Now Launcher APK that's been confirmed to work on the G3? all the APKs I find are in articles and links from months ago and I just want to have the most recent information and APK(s) available.
Loving the G3 just would like Google Now Launcher and preferably the n5 dialer/camera apps. If all this is located somewhere and I'm just being an idiot, please point me in the right direction.
Thanks,
andrej
Google camera is in the play store, the others should be findable, I'll check when I get home for you
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this is the one i use
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...-drive-google-now-launcher-and-play-services/
jbdub1771 said:
this is the one i use
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...-drive-google-now-launcher-and-play-services/
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Yes! Thanks to both of you
I tried the Google Camera but not surprisingly the LG app takes much better photos. Now if I could just get the Dialer to look less hideous
...I just need a GPE ROM already
Thanks again!
andrej
I assume it is working ok? Love the device, and I'm going to try to time with the stock launcher for at least a couple of days, but probably going to this launcher soon.
Thanks.
sjroberts98 said:
I assume it is working ok? Love the device, and I'm going to try to time with the stock launcher for at least a couple of days, but probably going to this launcher soon.
Thanks.
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Works fine so far here. I'm curious about if there will be a difference in battery usage/wakelocks
mrmacedonian said:
I tried the Google Camera but not surprisingly the LG app takes much better photos. Now if I could just get the Dialer to look less hideous
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I'd recommend Swipe Dialer. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mb.swipedial.donate
It can look almost stock Android.
Kermit Woodall
Enddo said:
Works fine so far here. I'm curious about if there will be a difference in battery usage/wakelocks
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Can you use Knock Code with the Google Now launcher? Only had it for a few days, but really like that feature.
sjroberts98 said:
Can you use Knock Code with the Google Now launcher? Only had it for a few days, but really like that feature.
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Knock off doesn't work with Google Now Launcher, but knock on works and knock code works too
Enddo said:
Knock off doesn't work with Google Now Launcher, but knock on works and knock code works too
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did you try knock off by tapping the top notifications area?
chillsen said:
did you try knock off by tapping the top notifications area?
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Thanks for posting the suggestion. I'm using nova and thought I lost knock off completely. Still works in the notification area though.
No matter what, I can never stay away from android for long.
Just a note...Smart Launcher 2 let's you use knock off (on any phone).

[Q] White background in search box and app drawer

Hi,
I vaguely remember Nexus 5's search box and app drawer has transparent and black background, but for some reason it became white, any ideas? I did root the device when I received it but that's a long time ago and this happened recently. I have also been using it to test some apps, not sure if this is caused by an app or not. Android version is 4.4.4
Thanks
bigfrog2 said:
Hi,
I vaguely remember Nexus 5's search box and app drawer has transparent and black background, but for some reason it became white, any ideas? I did root the device when I received it but that's a long time ago and this happened recently. I have also been using it to test some apps, not sure if this is caused by an app or not. Android version is 4.4.4
Thanks
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Google Search updated so the majority of devices are all using the same version of Google Search rather than being fragmented.
Lethargy said:
Google Search updated so the majority of devices are all using the same version of Google Search rather than being fragmented.
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So white background is normal, and it came from the newly upgraded Google Search app?
bigfrog2 said:
So white background is normal, and it came from the newly upgraded Google Search app?
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I'm pretty sure Google updated the GEL launcher to have the material design look no matter what android version you're on. That's likely where the white app drawer came from.
_MetalHead_ said:
I'm pretty sure Google updated the GEL launcher to have the material design look no matter what android version you're on. That's likely where the white app drawer came from.
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Ok, thanks, I just want to make sure there's nothing wrong, worried this may be the symptom of a deeper problem.
bigfrog2 said:
Ok, thanks, I just want to make sure there's nothing wrong, worried this may be the symptom of a deeper problem.
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Oh it's definitely a symptom of a deeper problem. And that problem is that Android is being systematically uglified.
_MetalHead_ said:
Oh it's definitely a symptom of a deeper problem. And that problem is that Android is being systematically uglified.
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I agree. I don't undestand this new approach to UI design either, especially colours. Its too kitcshy.

OK Google.. with screen off.. A good feature that's Working :)

Honestly, I never thought ok google would work with screen off for non pixel devices... But it works for OP6.. Just tried it..
This helps in unlocking the phone will driving and directly making calls..
Apologies if you already knew this before but it's kinda new for me.. Just thought of sharing this with anyone who is like me...
Thanks for sharing. Can you share the settings steps for it.
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llvllaster said:
Thanks for sharing. Can you share the settings steps for it.
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Sure. It's fairly simple
Settings...google...search... Voice... Voice match.. (train assistant with your voice by saying ok google and hey google as per on screen instructions) and that's it..
Lock ur phone and try saying ok google.. It will unlock
Cheers
This is awesome.
Chris123NT said:
This is awesome.
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But it can be a pain if you have a Google Home as well; they fight to answer.
croques said:
But it can be a pain if you have a Google Home as well; they fight to answer.
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Hahaha.. Probable solution would be to use a pair of earphones with mic and whisper.. Okay google..
Thanks ! I never used Google Assistant, but I may try if it is so easy...provided the permanent listening does not eat battery ! By the way, any changes in battery drain when using this feature ?
djrocks said:
Honestly, I never thought ok google would work with screen off for non pixel devices... But it works for OP6.. Just tried it..
This helps in unlocking the phone will driving and directly making calls..
Apologies if you already knew this before but it's kinda new for me.. Just thought of sharing this with anyone who is like me...
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When I read you I thought... 'No way... He's talking about Voice Match unlock...'.
Tried and f***k yeah, it is working! :-O. Thank you for sharing this, I would have never tried it.
djrocks said:
Honestly, I never thought ok google would work with screen off for non pixel devices... But it works for OP6.. Just tried it..
This helps in unlocking the phone will driving and directly making calls..
Apologies if you already knew this before but it's kinda new for me.. Just thought of sharing this with anyone who is like me...
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I can't even enable "ok google" lol
Cst79 said:
Thanks ! I never used Google Assistant, but I may try if it is so easy...provided the permanent listening does not eat battery ! By the way, any changes in battery drain when using this feature ?
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I haven't noticed any..
Teren49 said:
When I read you I thought... 'No way... He's talking about Voice Match unlock...'.
Tried and f***k yeah, it is working! :-O. Thank you for sharing this, I would have never tried it.
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Haha.. Anytime bro.. I thought I was the only one who didn't know about this.. :silly:
victornor said:
I can't even enable "ok google" lol
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Keep trying
I missed it on oneplus 5
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blinkin said:
I missed it on oneplus 5
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Ya Infact this is the 1st oneplus phone with ok google working with screen off
It's strange for me that this is news because I've been using custom romsnfor so long that had this implementated. It's a good feature
I think the idle drain will be about the higher than without it (this is what I have noticed) but it's not massive so definitely a recent trade off if you like the service. I have a few Google homes and they all pick up my voice but then it knows from which device to reply from based on what's nearest to you.
I've used this mainly for turning on Bluetooth and setting navigation whilst driving. Also asking questions whilst driving that I want the answer to.
Sent from my OnePlus6 using XDA Labs
rav101 said:
It's strange for me that this is news because I've been using custom romsnfor so long that had this implementated. It's a good feature
I think the idle drain will be about the higher than without it (this is what I have noticed) but it's not massive so definitely a recent trade off if you like the service. I have a few Google homes and they all pick up my voice but then it knows from which device to reply from based on what's nearest to you.
I've used this mainly for turning on Bluetooth and setting navigation whilst driving. Also asking questions whilst driving that I want the answer to.
Sent from my OnePlus6 using XDA Labs
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I doubt if custom roms would make any difference. I have used oneplus 1 and op3 but none of the custom roms for these devices had this feature.. Interesting point you made about multiple Google homes devices and the nearest one reverts back.. Didn't know this..
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thanks ! im contemplating between this and the pixel 2 xl and this is one of the features that stops me. Would be best if it has AOD as well!
If sommone Not Getting beep sound while assistant wakeups you need to enable Switch acess in accesability settings
Settings> andance> accesability >switchacess
coconutxyz said:
thanks ! im contemplating between this and the pixel 2 xl and this is one of the features that stops me. Would be best if it has AOD as well!
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It is already available with op6 if u r rooted and use Magisk.. Magisk has a module with this feature
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If sommone Not Getting beep sound while assistant wakeups you need to enable Switch acess in accesability settings
Settings> andance> accesability >switchacess
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Oh. Wasn't aware of this.. Thnx

Mysterious water droplet sound randomly occurring

It's driving me mad. Anyone know what it is or how to identify it? It doesn't seem to be associated with any other events. I don't see anything new pop into the notification area or anything
juntjoo said:
It's driving me mad. Anyone know what it is or how to identify it? It doesn't seem to be associated with any other events. I don't see anything new pop into the notification area or anything
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I had these when i was using some rom. Dont remember the name but it was a bug where notification intent is broadcast. Random ting ting. Clean flash or change rom
sandeepkumar0153 said:
I had these when i was using some rom. Dont remember the name but it was a bug where notification intent is broadcast. Random ting ting. Clean flash or change rom
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Thanks. Speaking of which, is there another ROM available for my j727vl (sky pro) one? This sub forum is a little unorganized. Maybe the question is has this phone been rooted? (?). Technically I don't know so much how these things work, but I know if I can get this thing rooted I can possibly get wifi hotspot working on it which would be super fantastic. Might you know? Thanks
juntjoo said:
Thanks. Speaking of which, is there another ROM available for my j727vl (sky pro) one? This sub forum is a little unorganized. Maybe the question is has this phone been rooted? (?). Technically I don't know so much how these things work, but I know if I can get this thing rooted I can possibly get wifi hotspot working on it which would be super fantastic. Might you know? Thanks
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I wish i could help you, i jave a j710 and it seems there are very less roms available for yours. I hooe you find your solution.
sandeepkumar0153 said:
I had these when i was using some rom. Dont remember the name but it was a bug where notification intent is broadcast. Random ting ting. Clean flash or change rom
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sandeepkumar0153 said:
I wish i could help you, i jave a j710 and it seems there are very less roms available for yours. I hooe you find your solution.
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But you've maybe seen some? Thanks. I'll search around
juntjoo said:
But you've maybe seen some? Thanks. I'll search around
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I have seen a lineage os 14 rom. Search j727 in main forum
sandeepkumar0153 said:
I have seen a lineage os 14 rom. Search j727 in main forum
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Thank you. Will do.

Global and UK rom?

Is there a difference between the two?
koloure2211 said:
Is there a difference between the two?
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No, the UK Mix 3 has the Global ROM on it, there isn't a "UK ROM" there's Global & Chinese.
Use Google next time, this is a unnecessary thread.
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
No, the UK Mix 3 has the Global ROM on it, there isn't a "UK ROM" there's Global & Chinese.
Use Google next time, this is a unnecessary thread.
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There's also the Xiaomi.eu ROM. I use the EU weekly ROM on my Mix 3 in the UK with no problem.
I'm pretty satisfied with EU rom but I only miss "Ok Google" function.
Thank you for your answers gentlemen.
Unlike the *#"*#head initially.
JMac22 said:
There's also the Xiaomi.eu ROM. I use the EU weekly ROM on my Mix 3 in the UK with no problem.
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That's just a modified version of the Chinese rom. There are only two official roms (excluding developer roms).
invisiblewave said:
That's just a modified version of the Chinese rom. There are only two official roms (excluding developer roms).
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Wow, thanks for educating me on that. It runs so smoothly I probably wouldn't have clocked that for a long time.
JMac22 said:
Wow, thanks for educating me on that. It runs so smoothly I probably wouldn't have clocked that for a long time.
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Yes, it runs well. Pixel Experience runs even better, and without the notification headaches!
invisiblewave said:
Yes, it runs well. Pixel Experience runs even better, and without the notification headaches!
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How's the battery life on Pixel Experience? I had it on my old Mi Max and battery really took a hit. That was fine with 4850 mAh, but with this much smaller battery, I don't know if I can afford to take the hit.
Also I've not seen any ads in .eu as of yet.
JMac22 said:
How's the battery life on Pixel Experience? I had it on my old Mi Max and battery really took a hit. That was fine with 4850 mAh, but with this much smaller battery, I don't know if I can afford to take the hit.
Also I've not seen any ads in .eu as of yet.
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Ads? Why would you get ads because of a rom? I can't see any difference in battery life, they're both excellent.
invisiblewave said:
Ads? Why would you get ads because of a rom? I can't see any difference in battery life, they're both excellent.
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MIUI has ads built-in to its notifications and other areas too, it's part of the way they subsidize selling their phones at a loss (they also rely on people using their stock apps for data too). They make a big effort to block these ad in Xiaomi.eu though from what I've read.
I used to get ads for movie trailers in my notifications even when using Pixel Experience, I think Google is just as guilty as anyone else for this.
JMac22 said:
MIUI has ads built-in to its notifications and other areas too, it's part of the way they subsidize selling their phones at a loss (they also rely on people using their stock apps for data too). They make a big effort to block these ad in Xiaomi.eu though from what I've read.
I used to get ads for movie trailers in my notifications even when using Pixel Experience, I think Google is just as guilty as anyone else for this.
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Google doesn't put ads in notifications. If you're getting them, they're coming from somewhere else, probably a third party messaging app or from the notification itself.
invisiblewave said:
Google doesn't put ads in notifications. If you're getting them, they're coming from somewhere else, probably a third party messaging app or from the notification itself.
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Here's a Reddit thread about one of the specific times I recall.
EDIT: Okay I just checked and it seems like it might have been during one of the times it was testing putting ads in its Google Feed. Fingers crossed they won't end up doing that long term :S
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Here's a Reddit thread about one of the specific times I recall.
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Yes, there's nothing there that proves that's anything to do with Google. Likely another app with too many permissions granted which allows it to intercept notifications and include the ad.
invisiblewave said:
Yes, there's nothing there that proves that's anything to do with Google. Likely another app with too many permissions granted which allows it to intercept notifications and include the ad.
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Except it opened a Google Feed card? I swatted it away like 5 times that day before finally opening it.
Here's two articles from 2018 about Google putting ads in it's Feed.
JMac22 said:
Except it opened a Google Feed card? I swatted it away like 5 times that day before finally opening it.
Here's two articles from 2018 about Google putting ads in it's Feed.
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Yes, in the feed, not in notifications.
invisiblewave said:
Yes, in the feed, not in notifications.
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Well I don't know what to tell you. That was my experience. Google does push notifications of news, weather, traffic and other interests from the Google Feed, I'm not sure why we're debating if this was possible when the feed was also testing ads in the form of movie trailers. I saw it multiple times, I even held the notification down at one point to consider muting all notifications from the specific app was clearly Google.
Anyway, I haven't seen any ads like this in Xiaomi.eu.

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