New Android Box Development SURVEY - Miscellaneous Android Development

Hi
I am thinking of making an own box. I have several years of experience as a project manager and know some serious manufacture. Therefore, I was thinking of the "magic box". A box that is free of software restrictions. A box that is maintained by a community. As a result, I am looking for some talented ppl like you to join my team.
To achieve this ambitious goal we need help of the community. Please tell us what do you think about. Would you buy or support such development?
Our idea is to create shared value. Are full of all these restrictions such as missing kernel source (Xiaomi) or any other software restrictions (Amazon Fire TV).
I think with the right ppl and the community in back it will be possible to make a box that has everything what you want and all software freedom you wish.
Main ponts:
- Hardware that you need/want
- No software restrictions
- Beeing part of something big
- Be the change
We already have some investors on board, so now it's your turn!
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to write your questions here or via pm.
Will let you know if there is any further update.

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Looking for a job?

Hi Devs,
www.phases.dk/en is a danish company finding the right it solutions for our customers.
We are searching for app developers as we have run into a bunch of exciting app jobs.
We are looking for Android and iOS developers - both offsite and onsite (onsite would be in Denmark or Kochi (India))
We are also doing some big projects where we need a ROM cooker to build a custom Android ROM for a tablet.
The projects is among others for example learning apps for education which will be shared free on the android market - so here is your chance to make your hobby/passion change the world in some way.
Are you one of the above please contact us here:
www.phases.dk/en/contact
Remember to mark it as "Job at Phases".
I have been reading the rules of XDA and couldn't really find anything about posting jobs in here - if it's not cool or allowed please let me know and I'll remove it.
Lastly a big thanks to XDA for this great place - we are running custom Android ROMs on our smartphones and feel a lot cool'er than all the "standard" Iphone business people out there

[Q] Developing: Windows, Mac, Linux, & Other Questions

Hello all! I'm new to this wonderful forum and community so please spare me if I've done, or said anything stupid. :crying:
I am interesting in developing applications for Android. I do understand that developing apps for any device/software is a challenging task. Especially with Android (I think) since it's such a diverse amount of devices, screen resolutions, capabilities, etc. What I'm hoping to do is to build a somewhat simple app, targeted at business owners, or folks who sell merchandise, and so on. It's supposed to have tabs set up for certain folks/companies. I'll spare the details about the app I want to make. Bottom line is, I want to start off with that 'simple' app and move on to a game for my second app. I know that I won't be a huge hit or any of the sort. But before I begin to develop, I have some questions that I hope can be answered here.
Here are my questions, please be patient with me, and to all mods/admins, I'm sorry if I've violated any rules by posting this up. I couldn't find any decent answers that'll help me out.
1. What Operating System is considered to be "better" for developing Android apps, and why?
2. How do I go on testing my app, do I use my own phone, or are there any great emulators out there that can emulate/simulate a real phone very well?
3. Where would you recommend me, a complete noob, on developing? I know I can look this up on my own, so I don't mind if this question isn't answered. I just want to find some guides that actually explain why things were done, what it's supposed to teach and so on.
4. This question is the one that worries me the most, and I understand it might start some debate () so please, be respectful. :laugh: I'm not a legal US resident, citizen, or any of the sort. I'm currently seeing a lawyer to apply for Deferred Action. But I'm worried that it might be illegal for me to publish apps on the Google Play store. /: Does anybody know if it's it legal for a 16 year old, illegal immigrant (USA) to publish apps on the app store? ​
Sorry guys, I really want to know. >.< So... BUMP ​

Android development idea

Hello to everyone!
I've been learning to code for a while so to create my own application/software idea but the problem is that I found out that it isn't really my "area". The thing is I still got this awesome idea that I really want to be developed. It's pretty obvious that I'm not just yelling out what the idea specifically is...but... I need someone that:
1- Knows how to develop an app and release to it in "play store".
2- Good all-round(by this I mean can easily jump from one problem to a completely different problem)(I don't need a "programmer or nothing")
3- Well motivated and friendly.
4- This idea obviously needs some funding. I can do that on my own if you don't want to. Without a doubt the profits will be split between us (This will be later accorded when we meet up)
The idea basically is: Develpment of an alternative market. Come on read on... By market I don't mean Aptoid,Snappzmarket where people can steal software...It's a different market.
The idea won't make you a billionare! But it has an incredible amount of potential if done correctly...and that's where I need you.
I currently live in Italy but can travel anywhere in Europe without any problem.
If anyone is interested in this please contact me via PM. I'm relitively new to xda developers but I have been reading loads of great stuff on it so THUMBS UP XDA! I'm not posting my email address for SPAM reasons.

Paid APK Hacking... specifically Escort Live

Hi Everyone, long time reader, modder, flasher, 0 time poster:.
I just wanted to get a gauge on the community's attitude towards hacking a paid application. Not for the intent of making it free, but for the intent of making it work!
You see, There's an app out there called "Escort Live!". Don't get me wrong, it's a great app as it integrates with your radar detector and laser jammers while driving... but it's rife with issues that the company just hasn't been able to address... see the following forum for more information on that:
I can't outside link yet due to the post count, but you can find all of the issues on escort live! for android's forums. I'm sure you can google them.
So... I made a post to try and help the community out by decompiling the 2.04apk hosted on their site... not even their latest version... with Virtuous 10 Studios, and Informed the community of the Sloppy Dev work, and that I would try to fix the issues with our specific phones (Motorola based).
2 days after that post was made...
I get permanently banned. no reason given.
They then pulled the old .apk's off of their site, so I've conveniently uploaded it to mega upload so everyone can see the crappy dev work for themselves... again... can't post links yet, but if someone with a post count pms me I'll send it to them.
I don't have enough of a post count to make a dev project out of this yet either, but as soon as I do then I'll post the progress on of the project on github.
If anyone would like to join in the effort to give PAYING CUSTOMERS a functioning apk to use with their phones... volunteers are more than welcome, especially those with java / xml experience.
I have a wordpress site that I can't link here, but it's my first name Philip Last Name Cabibi at wordpress if you're interested in tracking the issue with the full links.
market link
From a technical standpoint the app is free (with premium subscription options) and I can only assume there's some sort of verification process for that subscription so as long as that's kept in I would think this is certainly acceptable though I'm not sure what your post actually said
did find this though (basically just talks about it and then links here and the blog) relevant post on his blog is here
@ University of Pi...
You are correct... It's a free app; however, in order to all the app to connect with your escort compatible radar detector, one must purchase a separate cord, and pay for a yearly subscription of about 79.95.
Full disclosure: the management at escort has been nothing but professional, and have extended the subscription of the beta testers for another year as a result of all the bugs.
The problem though is the lack of updates. Alot of us have invested alot of money into the app. Cost of Radar detector, Cost of the special chord, plus the cost of the subscription. New users, unfortunately, don't get the benifit of the extended subscription.
The point is... is that users of certain phones, paid for a product, and the product isn't functioning correctly. The reasons for this are the sub-standard programming of the devs. No notation on the methods in the smali files, poorly designed xml arrays, cryptic variable definitions, etc.
Personally, I feel as if the management have no control over the fixing of the problems, and are handcuffed, because the initial developer purposefully made the program extremely difficult for a new developer to come in and fix the issues, as a result of the poor structure of the program itself.
Anyway, glad to see you found those links... Thank you... didn't know that another thread was made requesting information about what happened to the original thread (they are correct, I in no way posted the entire source code of the program on their site) What I did was point out the flaws, and logcat results that tell a completely different story regarding the root issues effecting motorola devices than what the devs have told management, and as a result, what management has in turn relayed to the users.
Unfortunately, I can't follow up in the forum as I am permanently banned, but I, and many others, really just want the program to work correctly. It's an excellent concept and it's a shame that Escort is resorting to these types of tactics in an attempt to prevent the open source community from improving their product.
I'm sure even with the improvements, a subscription fee would still be required; however, the original concept of the OP was to convey the fact that it's possible for the open source community to bypass the "premium features".
I don't condone this; however, it's a difficult pill to swallow when faced between choosing the ethical choice.... paying the yearly subscription for a poorly functioning app... or sideloading a fully functioning app created by an open source community because the official developers aren't making any progress.
Would any other senior devs on this site wish to chime in on this?
You should have never been banned from there...but hey...no good deed goes unpunished right?
I've had EL for quite some time and it's irritating to no end to see how flawed it is. It's a shame that they won't welcome help and instead act that way toward people trying to do something good for them.
Hacking and posting an app that uses paid services is considered warez and will not allowed to be posted here nor will any help be given in doing so.

[DEVELOPERS RECRUITING] AndroTech Development/research team

AndroTech is proud to announce its' first major appearance on xda! Kudos!
We are currently recruiting developers. Feel free to look at our website to read more about us and what projects we develop.
http://androtech.us/
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS...
Q: What exactly does AndroTech develop?
A: We build android applications. Our moddo is to build android apps that appeal to what the people want.
Q: How big is AndroTech?
A: AndroTech Development team is a small organization with very few people. But with some more recruitments, we will have our first application built in no time!
Q: So you haven't built even just one application yet?
A: Well in short, no. But like we said, our organization is small and just started! Give us a month or so, and we will have our first application on the android market before you know it!
Q: Sounds like you got your stuff together. But I don't want to be a developer, I just want to donate. Is that possible?
A: Not yet, because the donation portion of the website is still under maintenance, but check back later and it should be up!
Q: What skills exactly do you need to have to be accepted to join AndroTech?
A: It is actually very easy to join AndroTech! We are all small town people just like the average Joe, and we all have our strengths and weaknesses. As long as you have knowledge in Java, XML, HTML (or even just one of the 3) you can become one of us!
Once again, we are recruiting developers! You may join us by going to our website, located at the top of this post!
If I haven't answered all of your questions about my organization, you may feel free to post below to add any feedback or comments!

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