how to duplicate android apps? - General Questions and Answers

hey guys, as you can see in the title im trying to duplicate apps.
So far i decompiled the apk using android multitool, then i editited the package name in AndroidManifest.xml. I then transfer META-DATA and AndroidManifest from old apk to new apk. move the apk to my moto g, it installs but it installs over existing apk it doesnt duplicate. So i uninstall the app i downloaded from google play and install the new apk from android multitool first but when i go to play store it says its already installed
Does anyone know what else do i have to do so i an have 2 or more the same apps on the one device ? Help wil be appreciated

bublz654 said:
hey guys, as you can see in the title im trying to duplicate apps.
So far i decompiled the apk using android multitool, then i editited the package name in AndroidManifest.xml. I then transfer META-DATA and AndroidManifest from old apk to new apk. move the apk to my moto g, it installs but it installs over existing apk it doesnt duplicate. So i uninstall the app i downloaded from google play and install the new apk from android multitool first but when i go to play store it says its already installed
Does anyone know what else do i have to do so i an have 2 or more the same apps on the one device ? Help wil be appreciated
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use apk editor to clone apk and its easy to use

mohinu2 said:
use apk editor to clone apk and its easy to use
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Yes I have that and I tried looking around but I can't see how to clone on it

bublz654 said:
Yes I have that and I tried looking around but I can't see how to clone on it
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go to that apk file you want to clone and long press on it and then click on clone
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2990082&stc=1&d=1414589520

mohinu2 said:
go to that apk file you want to clone and long press on it and then click on clone
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2990082&stc=1&d=1414589520
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There is no clone button. BTW that link is deleted

This is what I get when I long press

bublz654 said:
This is what I get when I long press
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Which version of apk editor are you using?
trial version will not work you need to buy full version apkeditor v1.70.apk

mohinu2 said:
Which version of apk editor are you using?
trial version will not work you need to buy full version apkeditor v1.70.apk
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I'm using apk editor pro from play store v1.7
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

bublz654 said:
I'm using apk editor pro from play store v1.7
Current Device : Moto G XT1032
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you are on wrong place
I'm using apk editor by maocai luo
but you are using apk editor by SteelWorks
and it seems to me they both are not same developer so both apps are different

mohinu2 said:
you are on wrong place
I'm using apk editor by maocai luo
but you are using apk editor by SteelWorks
and it seems to me they both are not same developer so both apps are different
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Oh right that explains. I bought wrong app lol, anyways thanks for telling right dev
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

I looked in play store for maocai Lou apk editor and I can't find it :/ any direct links? I can't find on Google as well
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

bublz654 said:
Oh right that explains. I bought wrong app lol, anyways thanks for telling right dev
Current Device : Moto G XT1032
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you are welcome!
help mine if you can http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/app-force-stop-apps-t2922094

mohinu2 said:
you are welcome!
help mine if you can http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/help/app-force-stop-apps-t2922094
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I found app. So I cloned the app but in app drawer they are both the same names and I get confused which one is my main app. Anything to change app name ?
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

bublz654 said:
I found app. So I cloned the app but in app drawer they are both the same names and I get confused which one is my main app. Anything to change app name ?
Current Device : Moto G XT1032
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it is more easy just open the apk file by single click using apk editor and edit the resource file

mohinu2 said:
it is more easy just open the apk file by single click using apk editor and edit the resource file
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Trying to open the resource file crashes apk editor
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

bublz654 said:
Trying to open the resource file crashes apk editor
Current Device : Moto G XT1032
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crashes because of the low ram issue or the resource file is too big.
use an Icon changer or manually change the name
and if you use Go launcher you can change the name and icon from app drawer

mohinu2 said:
crashes because of the low ram issue or the resource file is too big.
use an Icon changer or manually change the name
and if you use Go launcher you can change the name and icon from app drawer
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Yeah the apk is 48 MB . thanks for help though
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

I get this when trying to clone an app I want
Current Device : Moto G XT1032

I would like to know that too....
I want to duplicate uc browser to prevent the latest update that makes it useless...

impossible
not possible duplicate apps

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New Market (Google Play)

Do you need New Market 3.4.6 (Google Play Store)?
Here you go:
File name: com.android.vending-1.apk File size: 3.6 MB
Play or pay?
We need paypal @ Google Team!!!
Thanks.
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Chris X. said:
Play or pay?
We need paypal @ Google Team!!!
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Hahahahaha+1
awesome!..thanks!!!!!
Sorry for my noobness, but how do you install it?
LE: OK, I flashed it via CWM.
albireox said:
Sorry for my noobness, but how do you install it?
LE: OK, I flashed it via CWM.
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It's an apk, you should open and install it. Not sure how it worked with cwm for you.
First of all why does this apk name end by 1 while all others end by 2?
Second thing is that I couldn't install it.
I've tried the normal installation, but it tells me it wasn't installed.
I also tried to manually move it to both /system/app and /sdcard/system/app, but it doesn't appear in the apps list.
How on Earth do I have to do it?
*Update*
OK I found out that for some reason the Rocket ROM v22 old Market apk was called Phonesky.apk (OK...) so I only needed to rename it and replace it with the new APK by using then the same name.
While I was going into the Android Market, the new Play Store kicked in and it got installaled into my phone.
I shared it for who hasn't received it yet
What changed?
code72 said:
Do you need New Market 3.4.6 (Google Play Store)?
Here you go:
File name: com.android.vending-1.apk File size: 3.6 MB
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I opened market this morning and found the Play menu items with existing Market 3.4.4. I installed 3.4.6 from Post 1 and other than the heading changing from market to Play, has anything else changed?
Cant install on ROMOW V8. i replaced the phonesky.apk for this file and renamed the new, rebooted phone but market stayed the same. Also can`t install as simple apk. plz help.
CoyotinX said:
Cant install on ROMOW V8. i replaced the phonesky.apk for this file and renamed the new, rebooted phone but market stayed the same. Also can`t install as simple apk. plz help.
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Did you set the permissions correctly?
jambamkin said:
Did you set the permissions correctly?
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It was in rwxrwxrwx and now i have set to rw-r--r-- just like all other files in the system/app folder. still doesnt work after reboot and cant install it. Any ideas?
code72 said:
I shared it for who hasn't received it yet
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+1
Thank's
Do Market Enabler works with this?
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Sorry for ruining your party but...
The new Google Play 3.4.6 is obsolete already!
Google Play 3.4.7 was released earlier this afternoon. I've attached the new version but for reason I can't always upload my files although they're within the guidelines. Go figure.
Enjoy lads
View attachment com.android.vending.apk
JLG1985 said:
The new Google Play 3.4.6 is obsolete already!
Google Play 3.4.7 was released earlier this afternoon. I've attached the new version but for reason I can't always upload my files although they're within the guidelines. Go figure.
Enjoy lads
View attachment 938228
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Mine already auto updated

Two versions of the same application

i have an app installed (from apk file, not google play).
recently i got an updated version of the application (another apk file).
is there ANY way of installing the new version next to old one without overwritting it?
i need to use both versions at the same time.
Why use 2 versions? If its the same app, it will do the same thing as the old one.
???
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Are you trying to have simultaneous porn pix slideshows or films running concurrently?LOL
JK sounds like youre doing a comparison of versions....but of what?
You aint special.
i have an app that i am using for watching tv from my satellite platform provider.
they released an updated version of they software with new functionality but they took away others. i would like to use new things but also still have an access to old functions.
but excluding the duscussion if is it reasonable or not...
can it be done? and how?
.
Hi,
Backup it with titaniumbackup first, then install new version.
If updated app is not working, just restore the old one.
Bye
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drei666 said:
Hi,
Backup it with titaniumbackup first, then install new version.
If updated app is not working, just restore the old one.
Bye
Sent from my GT-N8000 using Tapatalk HD
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Thats an answer to a totally different question.
is there ANY way of installing the new version next to old one without overwritting it?
OP i would try renaming the apk .
jje
the files have different name.
Probably they have the same signature or ID or whatever identifies it in Google Play.
Is there any way of changing the parameter identifying the app?
kayteck1 said:
the files have different name.
Probably they have the same signature or ID or whatever identifies it in Google Play.
Is there any way of changing the parameter identifying the app?
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yes u can change the main activity name in smali form....apktools will help you
..decompile apk
..change activity folder's name
..change activity paths in all smali files
..rebuild apk
..sign
.. install
good luck
Galaxyer said:
yes u can change the main activity name in smali form....apktools will help you
..decompile apk
..change activity folder's name
..change activity paths in all smali files
..rebuild apk
..sign
.. install
good luck
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Thank you.
So, I got as far as..... decompiling the app
I am not completely across with programming but I have no clue what I should do next Well... I've never played in programming for android and haven't played in modding or any stuff like that.
SO, Can you guide me what I should do next?
What is activity folder name and where is it stored?
Which entries in smali files are activity paths?
I'll understand if you won't help anymore as it may be too much to go through... honestly, no worries...
This is a link to the app
https://www.dropbox.com/s/gtcazc58aqz8j7y/com.adb.android.app.iti-1.apk
It is a free app. The only thing is that it can be downloaded from Polish Google Play only, hope I haven't broke any xda rulez now
Any help is appreciated...
Here you go...just install this alongside the original
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r07l6u06q4dow1d/iti.apk
bjbinc said:
Here you go...just install this alongside the original
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r07l6u06q4dow1d/iti.apk
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link is not working, sorry...
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kayteck1 said:
link is not working, sorry...
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Weird... Try this
http://db.tt/SIpwOgs8
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kayteck1 said:
link is not working, sorry...
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Sorry for my late...
thanks to bjbinc for supporting you with the mod...
Good luck
I'm trying to do the same thing. With real racing 3. I have an older version that I like a lot for its particular features, plus the latest Ferrari updated version.
I want to have both on my phone. Any way? Also, they have the same exact com.r3 folders, can the modified apk use different data folders?
Thank you for all your help

[APP EDITING]How to edit Android Apps

Hoping to edit apps
I started editing by just replacing a simple picture in an apk file I had
After replacing it I tried to install the app but it fails each time
So this is what I did
1. Opened the apk
2. Replaced the file with the same name
3. Tried to install
Result: App not installed.....
So, what is going wrong in the process
kakaana said:
Hoping to edit apps
I started editing by just replacing a simple picture in an apk file I had
After replacing it I tried to install the app but it fails each time
So this is what I did
1. Opened the apk
2. Replaced the file with the same name
3. Tried to install
Result: App not installed.....
So, what is going wrong in the process
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If u are replacing png, u did everything ok. But u need to sign that apk. Download zipsigner from market.
m4RinKo2 said:
If u are replacing png, u did everything ok. But u need to sign that apk. Download zipsigner from market.
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I will just try that out....
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Shouldn't this be in Q&A's??
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
hahahaha
CONdemmedNORmal said:
Shouldn't this be in Q&A's??
Sent from my LT26i using xda premium
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Yes mat

[APP] Razr M Camera

Basically the only complaint I've ever read remotely negative about the Moto X is the camera. I'm not sure if it's the stock camera app or the actual hardware that makes our camera a bit lackluster. I do remember really enjoying the stock Moto camera I had with my Razr M (ICS). I successfully backed it up and installed it onto my X. I will be using it for a bit to see if I can get some of the same quality photos I liked on the M. Figured I'd share the APK in case anybody else wanted to try this too. You may want to backup your stock Moto Camera app first. Enjoy!
Box: https://app.box.com/s/bmgmdhj4r4xo80ik0q2v
Sent from my Moto X
Do I have to delete the stock camera first? I tried to install here without deleting and it did not work.
brunolzd said:
Do I have to delete the stock camera first? I tried to install here without deleting and it did not work.
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I restored it from Titanium Backup originally and it did copy over the Moto X cam.. So yeah.. Backup then delete and see how the cam works for you.
Sent from my Moto X
Jersey846 said:
I restored it from Titanium Backup originally and it did copy over the Moto X cam.. So yeah.. Backup then delete and see how the cam works for you.
Sent from my Moto X
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Ok, thanks. I'll try it
brunolzd said:
Ok, thanks. I'll try it
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Everybody's app preferences are different too. It may feel a little dated, but I remember trying out something like 6 camera apps.. At great length.. And this one always took the best HDR quality images on the M. Not sure how it'll do with the X but I'll be using it for a while to see.
Sent from my Moto X
Quick note, I specifically prefer the HDR mode on this cam above any other HDR I've personally used on an Android. So be sure to check that out. I feel like the color and shading is better than others.
Sent from my Moto X
Where is the app located on the razr M? I pulled google maps off my razr m and deleted the new version on my moto x and installed the much better older version that came on my razr M. I like the camera on the M better to i will pull it off my M. wish the circles would work on the moto x that is a nice feature
doitinthedirt said:
Where is the app located on the razr M? I pulled google maps off my razr m and deleted the new version on my moto x and installed the much better older version that came on my razr M. I like the camera on the M better to i will pull it off my M. wish the circles would work on the moto x that is a nice feature
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What I originally did was back it up with Titanium on the M. Then I restored it in the X. When I installed it in the X I was able to back it up as an APK through Astro. For some reason the M wouldn't allow me to back it up as an APK. as for that circles widget.. I loved it.. Would love to see it evolve if possible. Very cool widget.
Sent from my Moto X
Jersey846 said:
What I originally did was back it up with Titanium on the M. Then I restored it in the X. When I installed it in the X I was able to back it up as an APK through Astro. For some reason the M wouldn't allow me to back it up as an APK. as for that circles widget.. I loved it.. Would love to see it evolve if possible. Very cool widget.
Sent from my Moto X
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I dont use titanium backup.. I use a file explorer and copy or click share file via email and shoot it to my email account and download the app that way to my other phone.. so you don't know the directory where the cam app is on the razr M? I can dig around and try to find in than
doitinthedirt said:
I dont use titanium backup.. I use a file explorer and copy or click share file via email and shoot it to my email account and download the app that way to my other phone.. so you don't know the directory where the cam app is on the razr M? I can dig around and try to find in than
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No sorry I don't. You could always just download the apk I posted above though.
Sent from my Moto X
Jersey846 said:
No sorry I don't. You could always just download the apk I posted above though.
Sent from my Moto X
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Jersey, my problem with downloading files like that is explained in the pic attached, immediately when I clicked download your file from the page you linked, not one but two files downloaded at the same time, your cam apk file along with a setup.exe file. I circled in red the two files shown at the bottom right corner and also the properties from my downloaded folder. and along with that I pasted the screenshot from my razr M root system app folder of the razr m cam apk on my razr M, it's not even the same size file as your cam apk.. that puzzles me.. now it could be because I am running a different version of the cam you were running on your razr M... or it could mean yours has been modified. And not even sure what the setup.exe file that was downloaded with your file is.. they both were deleted from my pc right after I took these screens.
doitinthedirt said:
Jersey, my problem with downloading files like that is explained in the pic attached, immediately when I clicked download your file from the page you linked, not one but two files downloaded at the same time, your cam apk file along with a setup.exe file. I circled in red the two files shown at the bottom right corner and also the properties from my downloaded folder. and along with that I pasted the screenshot from my razr M root system app folder of the razr m cam apk on my razr M, it's not even the same size file as your cam apk.. that puzzles me.. now it could be because I am running a different version of the cam you were running on your razr M... or it could mean yours has been modified. And not even sure what the setup.exe file that was downloaded with your file is.. they both were deleted from my pc right after I took these screens.
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Maybe I can upload this to Google Drive and make it easier. Sorry about that.
UPDATE: Updated OP with a Google Drive link. If you have any problems let me know. Sorry about that.
Sent from my Moto X
Jersey846 said:
Maybe I can upload this to Google Drive and make it easier. Sorry about that.
UPDATE: Updated OP with a Google Drive link. If you have any problems let me know. Sorry about that.
Sent from my Moto X
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What is the setup.exe file from the original link you provided? And why the change in the cam apk file name?
doitinthedirt said:
What is the setup.exe file from the original link you provided? And why the change in the cam apk file name?
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The file name should be the same. I'm not familiar with SendSpace. Was just looking for a free place to upload the file. Should have uploaded it to Drive in the first place. There was no setup.exe file so I don't have any idea what that is. Just the one apk for the camera was all I uploaded. I won't be using SendSpace again.
Sent from my Moto X
Jersey846 said:
The file name should be the same. I'm not familiar with SendSpace. Was just looking for a free place to upload the file. Should have uploaded it to Drive in the first place. There was no setup.exe file so I don't have any idea what that is. Just the one apk for the camera was all I uploaded. I won't be using SendSpace again.
Sent from my Moto X
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It was some adware file from pic below, and the cam file app is different than what moto calls it on my razr M.. that's why I asked, it's simply named MotCamera.apk on my razr M and the file flie you uploaded is called Camera-20000203.apk what version is your cam app? I will check and see what mine is.. obviously they are different versions yours is 1.27 megs and mine is 500 kb
doitinthedirt said:
It was some adware file from pic below, and the cam file app is different than what moto calls it on my razr M.. that's why I asked, it's simply named MotCamera.apk on my razr M and the file flie you uploaded is called Camera-20000203.apk what version is your cam app? I will check and see what mine is.. obviously they are different versions yours is 1.27 megs and mine is 500 kb
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My backup was done through Astro File Manager so maybe that's where the naming came from. I have no idea. I did have a few different versions of the camera saved at one time but lost my Titanium Backups a while back so this is all I have left. I tried finding a version number but not sure how to find it. I could take a screenshot if that'd help.
Sent from my Moto X
you click on apps and check the app the camera app and it should tell you I'm on 4.1.2- 76 that's cause I'm running Android 4.1 .2 never upgraded to 4.4 because I didn't want to lose the ability to wifi tether
Sent from my Moto X
what version of Android is your phone on?
doitinthedirt said:
what version of Android is your phone on?
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4.4.2
Sent from my Moto X

Need whatsapp apk (help)

I need whats app apk edited manifest
So i can install it twice
pro-xda said:
I need whats app apk edited manifest
So i can install it twice
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Why you need to install it twice ?
To use it with my another no.
Use a mod to use 2 numbers on same whatsapp
Just use this one w another number http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2981596

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