Native SMS & Call Blocking - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi! Is there any plans for Google adding up this feature on Android L? This I actually found to be useful due to annoying spam SMS and marketing calls I have been receiving.
I know there's a 3rd party app but they are causing battery drain and isn't reliable. I've used this feature on my iPhone 5S through IOS 7 though and would like to see it implemented on Android. ✌?
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We don't know anything Google plans in advance unless they announce it officially. If battery drain is your concern, perhaps custom Roms are your future
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Thanks for the input, I guess that's the least working option. ?
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I use slimkat, and it is included in that rom. Prior to that, I was using xposed and the module called blacklist.

michianamcr said:
I use slimkat, and it is included in that rom. Prior to that, I was using xposed and the module called blacklist.
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Im using mahdi rom now and it also has the same function, i hope google will encorporate it on Android L natively.
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DrearierJester1 said:
Hi! Is there any plans for Google adding up this feature on Android L? This I actually found to be useful due to annoying spam SMS and marketing calls I have been receiving.
I know there's a 3rd party app but they are causing battery drain and isn't reliable. I've used this feature on my iPhone 5S through IOS 7 though and would like to see it implemented on Android. ✌?
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So far Android doesn't have it baked in. Apps like Truecaller work well and in my experience, don't drain too much juices as well!
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App Ops on Kit Kat?

So, I tried to install the permission manager app from the play store for 4.3 and it didn't work, how can we manage app permissions on 4.4?
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phishfi said:
So, I tried to install the permission manager app from the play store for 4.3 and it didn't work, how can we manage app permissions on 4.4?
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Google have blocked access to it in 4.4 so the built-in app is no longer available.
Coming from CM10.2 I was hoping to at least be able to use this with my N5, but alas it's not so .
Taomyn said:
Google have blocked access to it in 4.4 so the built-in app is no longer available.
Coming from CM10.2 I was hoping to at least be able to use this with my N5, but alas it's not so .
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Wait... They removed the feature that they just added to the last version? Or they removed the old method of enabling it?
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phishfi said:
Wait... They removed the feature that they just added to the last version? Or they removed the old method of enabling it?
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I believe they blocked the APIs used by the permissions editor which is why it crashes - but I'm struggling to find the reference I read that had this info.......
afaik they removed it completely. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47098228&postcount=2
One of the best features ever introduced to android and they remove it. Might even downgrade my N7 because of this.
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afaik they removed it completely. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47098228&postcount=2
One of the best features ever introduced to android and they remove it. Might even downgrade my N7 because of this.
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+1
I downgraded my N4 back to 4.3. Disabling app ops is terrible. Even apple has this feature: iOS alerts you if any app wants to access your contacts, or your photos, or your camera, and you have a choice to allow or not. Android 4.3 does not alert you, but at least you have the option to dig into the App Ops and revoke access to certain things. 4.4 is the first time an android upgrade dissapointed me (they destroyed the alarm app, the keyboard, the wifi indicator's activity/internet access, and App Ops).
App ops was never an official feature, so they technically didn't remove anything.
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joshnichols189 said:
App ops was never an official feature, so they technically didn't remove anything.
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good god, why do the Googlers always have to find every disappointment thread to defend their master. Let me guess, you think the Google+ enforcement on youtube is awesome too?
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App ops was never an official feature, so they technically didn't remove anything.
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So? It's still a feature they included, with easy access, and then took away even though it was nothing but effective for the users...
mertzi said:
good god, why do the Googlers always have to find every disappointment thread to defend their master. Let me guess, you think the Google+ enforcement on youtube is awesome too?
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I'm with you on the users defending Google like the can do no wrong, but definitely disagree about the YouTube g+ integration... They needed to clean YouTube up, and now I can see friend's comments on videos more easily and only view the comments and responses of certain people... That was a good idea..
I think Google is completely wrong by blocking this app ops function, if that's what happened here...
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Search for this app on PlayStore: com.findsdk.apppermission
I'm not sure its working everywhere. I have test it, on my phone its working (I9300 OMNI ROM).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2539989
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Somebody managed to find it, it doesn't even require root
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.findsdk.apppermission
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mertzi said:
Somebody managed to find it, it doesn't even require root
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.findsdk.apppermission
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I love you
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Does anyone know where these preferences are stored? I'm mainly concerned with whether or not changing the options will affect an OTA update. If nothing is altered in the system files I'm sure we're good to go.
Sure do love having it again!
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Lol all the nublets eating their words now.. clock app isn't borked, the WiFi up and down indicators were a performance hindrance (search drawables) and honestly can we just stop whining
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ChongoDroid said:
Lol all the nublets eating their words now.. clock app isn't borked, the WiFi up and down indicators were a performance hindrance (search drawables) and honestly can we just stop whining
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Flash player support is the last thing to be resolved. And those exchange / VPN bugs.
Thanks. Helpful information
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Umm I thought this thread was about App Ops...
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Nice thanks for finding it
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CatThief said:
Umm I thought this thread was about App Ops...
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Ok, any idea how to sort the list of apps in app ops?

Has anyone gotten Whatsapp working

I really dont understand how google has yet to fix this problem. There are fixes for dev editions but has anyone gotten it to work on 4.4.2 using ART? This is the only thing preventing me from switch to ART full time :<
same case..
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WolfsFang said:
I really dont understand how google has yet to fix this problem. There are fixes for dev editions but has anyone gotten it to work on 4.4.2 using ART? This is the only thing preventing me from switch to ART full time :<
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same case..
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Whatsapp is not broken on 4.4.2. I'm using it right now.
chaoslimits said:
Whatsapp is not broken on 4.4.2. I'm using it right now.
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+1 me too! WhatsApp works under 4.4.2
here is the full clone of Whatsap, called Telegram: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.telegram.messenger working fine with my 4.4.2
Are the people saying it's working running ART run time?
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charlie-n said:
Are the people saying it's working running ART run time?
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Yes that's his point. He wants to run ART which is still experimental and not supported by Google yet, but still wants to complain that apps don't work using it. Pretty absurd if you ask me.
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200mpx said:
here is the full clone of Whatsap, called Telegram: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.telegram.messenger working fine with my 4.4.2
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Am I wrong in assuming that it only looks like WhatsApp but doesn't actually allow you to chat with WhatsApp users?
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Check out WhatsApp+! It's a modded WhatsApp supporting ART, plus you can completely theme it the way you want. It's really awesome, just Google for it.
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chaoslimits said:
Whatsapp is not broken on 4.4.2. I'm using it right now.
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+1
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WolfsFang said:
I really dont understand how google has yet to fix this problem. There are fixes for dev editions but has anyone gotten it to work on 4.4.2 using ART? This is the only thing preventing me from switch to ART full time :<
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I am using it running ART ever since my upgrade to 4.4.2. It was an issue on 4.4 but not anymore
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Schaweet said:
Yes that's his point. He wants to run ART which is still experimental and not supported by Google yet, but still wants to complain that apps don't work using it. Pretty absurd if you ask me.
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WhatsApp says it works on 4.4.1 so get off your high horse. Also even switching to Dalvik im still getting error -24
WolfsFang said:
WhatsApp says it works on 4.4.1 so get off your high horse. Also even switching to Dalvik im still getting error -24
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Sensitive much?
I'm on my high horse as you call it because It works fine for me so your ART is most likely the issue. Did you uninstall it after you switched to Dalvik then reinstall? Clear the app data and cache?
My point is the whining about something being Google's fault when the app works just fine if you don't switch to an unsupported engine. The OS nor the app are the issue. I use it daily.
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cannondale0815 said:
Am I wrong in assuming that it only looks like WhatsApp but doesn't actually allow you to chat with WhatsApp users?
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Of course you need the app to be installed on both sides
200mpx said:
Of course you need the app to be installed on both sides
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Therefore it's pointless. The appeal of WhatsApp lies in the fact that most everyone is using it.
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cannondale0815 said:
Therefore it's pointless. The appeal of WhatsApp lies in the fact that most everyone is using it.
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You're funny Since the beginning WA was like that... Very hard to write a message: WA is not working right now, you can get in touch with me on T
1 first of all... Isnt googles fault cause whatsapp since 4.4 was released whatsapp told they don't gonna have support for art in that version untill 4.4.1 .... Why??? Don't know, complain with whatsapp. But maybe cause 4.4 gonna be a "trandition version" like HC 3.0 was a couple of years ago. How do i know that??? Cause im work with the moto team.
2 dude.... What Is the point to have a developer edition if youre still on 4.4 when outside are plenty of 4.4.2 Roms??? Boy, just update!
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dashiell.cano said:
1 first of all... Isnt googles fault cause whatsapp since 4.4 was released whatsapp told they don't gonna have support for art in that version untill 4.4.1 .... Why??? Don't know, complain with whatsapp. But maybe cause 4.4 gonna be a "trandition version" like HC 3.0 was a couple of years ago. How do i know that??? Cause im work with the moto team.
2 dude.... What Is the point to have a developer edition if youre still on 4.4 when outside are plenty of 4.4.2 Roms??? Boy, just update!
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Why are you quoting me? I'm not the one complaining. I'm telling the one complaining it's his fault.
I've been on 4.4.2 for a while and WhatsApp works fine for me.
Quote the other guy lol.
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Schaweet said:
Sensitive much?
I'm on my high horse as you call it because It works fine for me so your ART is most likely the issue. Did you uninstall it after you switched to Dalvik then reinstall? Clear the app data and cache?
My point is the whining about something being Google's fault when the app works just fine if you don't switch to an unsupported engine. The OS nor the app are the issue. I use it daily.
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What's app was never installed so I can't reset the app. Also the reason why I'm blaming Google is because from what everyone is saying this issue can only be fixed by an update from Google since it has to do with the lib.
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Schaweet said:
Sensitive much?
I'm on my high horse as you call it because It works fine for me so your ART is most likely the issue. Did you uninstall it after you switched to Dalvik then reinstall? Clear the app data and cache?
My point is the whining about something being Google's fault when the app works just fine if you don't switch to an unsupported engine. The OS nor the app are the issue. I use it daily.
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If you attempted to re-install WhatsApp in ART, your /data/data/ directory may have a latent com.whatsapp folder left behind from the failed install that will prevent you from installing WhatsApp again. Android does not have any UI exposed to resolve this issue. Currently the only known way to remove this file is to either delete the file (only possible if your phone is rooted), or to reset your device to factory defaults.
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Im sure it isent google's fault.....

[Q] Feature Similar to Samsung Galaxy S5 Download Booster

The S5 seemed relatively unimpressive, however the download booster feature seems interesting where it uses lte and wifi for data. I was curious as to whether someone could port that over to the Nexus 5 or create their own implementation.
P0rn download b00ster. Moar plox google
Anyways I think it's hardware
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Anyways I think it's hardware
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I think it is implemented in software. There is a demo for using both LTE and WiFi on Galaxy S2 on YouTube already. (Search for "Energy-efficient multi-link video streaming on smartphones")
This would be REALLY nice feature to have. I actually might root for it!
Im pretty sure that it is software related, because I remember reading about an app for android that does this for you, but for the life of me can't remember the name of the app.
Edit: found it http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...s-mobile-data-wifi-for-faster-internet-speed/
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oh i am going to test
Any feedback? 4/5 stars on the Play Store from a N5 user.
Unfortunately I have no WiFi connection to test...
My LTE connection blows away my home Wi-Fi connection.... I don't see how I could benefit from a booster. I would think it would utilize bandwidth from my cellular data connection and not touch my Wi-Fi. Just another gimmick to pay twice as much as you need for a device imho.
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found it
http://www.xda-developers.com/andro...s-mobile-data-wifi-for-faster-internet-speed/
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It looks like an Awesome app. I'll be testing this on my Nexus 5 soon. Anyone with a nexus 5 have any good results?
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Google voice messaging client.

If say, I were to create a superb Google voice messaging app, who all would use it?
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Depending on the features, I would. I completely agree that the Google Voice app is lacking many features.
I'll keep track of this thread and if you need beta testers, I'm in.
boulderjams
https://github.com/jcanfield
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boulderjams said:
Depending on the features, I would. I completely agree that the Google Voice app is lacking many features.
I'll keep track of this thread and if you need beta testers, I'm in.
boulderjams
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Thank you This will be my first app but I plan on making it something special!
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I need something that can send SMS over WiFi like the T-Mobile WiFi calling app.
Is be happy to beta test as well. I use Google voice as my transcribed voicemail
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So, specifically, what features would you guys like to have in this app?
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I've been looking for a new gv app for years. I keep hoping hangouts will merge soon. But the things I would like out of gv messaging app are common in other messaging apps like threaded messages. Not split up like gv does. Custom sounds per contact. A pop up quick reply message. Those are the things I would want most.
Batch delete. Is really the only thing I really want from GV. Anything else is just a plus to me. I live in an area where T-Mobile gets real shotty reception and I have hundred and hundreds of items in 'Missed' in GV. Trying to delete them is just absurd.
Alright! Let's see what I can do for my first app!
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Good luck! I look forward to trying it.

[Q] Make video call

How can I make video calls? I don't see any options in the dialer app. I am using stock 4.4.4
bitdomo said:
How can I make video calls? I don't see any options in the dialer app. I am using stock 4.4.4
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Hangouts, tango, Skype. There is no option in the stock dialer app for video calls.
I think the standard video calls fell out of favour several years ago so some don't bother adding it as a feature
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rootSU said:
I think the standard video calls fell out of favour several years ago so some don't bother adding it as a feature
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So there aren't any way to video call a phone number at the moment. I just asked because one of my friend misses this feature.
bitdomo said:
So there aren't any way to video call a phone number at the moment. I just asked because one of my friend misses this feature.
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I'm not aware but if the networks still support it, perhaps 3rd party apps will be able to help?
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rootSU said:
I'm not aware but if the networks still support it, perhaps 3rd party apps will be able to help?
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The network supports it. Me and my friend haven't find any 3rd party dialer app or anyithing. It is a pretty useless feture for me, because video call price is high, but for my friend in the country where he lives the price of the video call is the same as the normal call.
I read it somewhere that video call is not supported at all in the USA through carrier networks. I think that could be the reasone why it is missing. D820 and D821 share the exact same software.
I think its missing because no one really uses it. About 10 years ago, it was popular for about year but after that no one used it really as its pretty pointless. Particularly now we have better data infrastructures and people can use their allowance
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