Unable to change GPS joystick as a system app - General Questions and Answers

Hello Everyone,
I have rooted my phone and am using GPS joystick Fake GPS location app from the play store. I am using a private mode within this app which helps me to create a copy of the app with a different name so that POGO does not detect it.
Everything works fine till here. I am using Lucky patcher to change the installed cloned app as a system app and it asks for a restart, after restart the cloned app goes missing.
I have no idea what is gng wrong and would need some light and help on this.
I am using a Xiaomi Mi Max
Android Version : 7.0 NRD90M
Android Security Patch Level: 2017-11-01
MIUI Version: MIUI Stable 9.2

Anish3591 said:
Hello Everyone,
I have rooted my phone and am using GPS joystick Fake GPS location app from the play store. I am using a private mode within this app which helps me to create a copy of the app with a different name so that POGO does not detect it.
Everything works fine till here. I am using Lucky patcher to change the installed cloned app as a system app and it asks for a restart, after restart the cloned app goes missing.
I have no idea what is gng wrong and would need some light and help on this.
I am using a Xiaomi Mi Max
Android Version : 7.0 NRD90M
Android Security Patch Level: 2017-11-01
MIUI Version: MIUI Stable 9.2
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As long as you use banned apps (lucky patcher) you will find no help here.

zelendel said:
As long as you use banned apps (lucky patcher) you will find no help here.
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I was told that was one of the apps to use, I do not mind using any other apps to get an app changed to a system app.
Lucky patcher was an option that i got through one of the threads on google, but couldnt get it to work too, so posted to check if someone could help on here

Anish3591 said:
I was told that was one of the apps to use, I do not mind using any other apps to get an app changed to a system app.
Lucky patcher was an option that i got through one of the threads on google, but couldnt get it to work too, so posted to check if someone could help on here
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You can't use Titainium backup that does it but other then that I don't know. I don't mess with things like that.
Also just be careful. They are banning people caught cheating. To the point of banning the device itself.

zelendel said:
You can't use Titainium backup that does it but other then that I don't know. I don't mess with things like that.
Also just be careful. They are banning people caught cheating. To the point of banning the device itself.
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I am doing this for a friend, he is using 2 iphones and one android and facing issues on the android
He is aware of all the rules, but some people learn it the hard way
Thank You for your help, i hope i get something from someone else

Anish3591 said:
I am doing this for a friend, he is using 2 iphones and one android and facing issues on the android
He is aware of all the rules, but some people learn it the hard way
Thank You for your help, i hope i get something from someone else
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Use titanium backup. Saw the auto correct was a mistake. That is really the only way but even then it has been detected by the game.

zelendel said:
Use titanium backup. Saw the auto correct was a mistake. That is really the only way but even then it has been detected by the game.
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Can we not make an app a system app without using any of these apps?
IF i am right does it not just move the data/app to priv/app folder?

Anish3591 said:
Can we not make an app a system app without using any of these apps?
IF i am right does it not just move the data/app to priv/app folder?
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It does but it requires root. You could try just moving it with a file explorer but no promises it will work. Normally system apps only work when flashed. Also they tend to code things to look in the data partition. So moving it to system can cause issues.
You can try a few but no promises.

zelendel said:
It does but it requires root. You could try just moving it with a file explorer but no promises it will work. Normally system apps only work when flashed. Also they tend to code things to look in the data partition. So moving it to system can cause issues.
You can try a few but no promises.
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The phone is rooted for sure, but moving the data/app to priv/app then when I reboot it.. the files go missing! As if it was never pasted there...! That is what is causing all the issues!

Anish3591 said:
The phone is rooted for sure, but moving the data/app to priv/app then when I reboot it.. the files go missing! As if it was never pasted there...! That is what is causing all the issues!
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That's most likely due to the signature. All apps in system need to have the same signature. Without it the apk won't run at all.
I can't help any more then that. People here don't use multiple versions of the same app.

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[APP][1.6+] SD Maid - System cleaning tool

Description:
Ive started working on a tool to clean up after apps (inspired by this thread).
Nobody is perfect and android neither.
Apps you have already deleted sometimes leave data behind.
The system constantly creates logs, crash reports and debug files you don't really need.
The market leaves temporary files of downloaded apps behind.
Lets not go on here...
SD Maid is a universal file tool that helps you keep your device neat and tidy.
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Features
Storage overview
Root explorer & search
Find & remove left over files from uninstalled apps
Freeze, Uninstall, Export or kill apps
Toggle autstart entries
Find & delete common unnecessary files
Clean applications by removing various cache files without loosing any data
Find & delete duplicate files
Overview over biggest files/directories on your device
Optimize your SQL databases
Show last modified files
and more...
Installation instructions
* Install this like any other app.
* If your device is rooted, you will be asked if you want to grant SD Maid root permission upon its first launch
* It is up to you what you choose, in each case SD Maid will make best possible use of its features.
* Have the SuperUser application remember this choice, repeated prompts can cause unexpected behavior
Download links
SD Maid can either be downloaded from Google Play or direct from my server, appropriate links are collected here. The unlocker for SD Maid Pro can currently only be obtained through Google Play. I really recommend to only use these two sources. If you can't verify that the apk files are original you may put your device at risk.
Changelog
A detailed changelog can be found on Github and most update release posts also contain some explanation of what's new.
Bugs / Requests
Please use the issue tracker for any kind of bug reports or feature requests for both SD Maid stable & beta. I'll also discuss issues else where but usually a lot of helpful information gets lost if it's not organised, so I prefer the issue tracker .
Beta testing
If you are interested in beta versions and want to help test new features you can find the appropriate links here There is also some discussion in SD Maids G+ community.
Translations
If you want to help translate look here: SD Maid @ crowdin.com
Thank you!
Help document
See sdmaid.darken.eu/help
Privacy
See sdmaid.darken.eu/privacy
XDA:DevDB Information
SD Maid - System Cleaning Tool, App for the Android General
Contributors
Dark3n
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: -
Stable Release Date: 1969-12-31
Created 2014-06-02
Last Updated 2017-08-15
How to help me troubleshoot your issues
Please see here for instructions on how to best report bugs:
https://github.com/d4rken/sdmaid-public/wiki/Reporting-a-bug
force closes on HD2 Typhoon 2.8 RC2 CM7
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mrxkills said:
force closes on HD2 Typhoon 2.8 RC2 CM7
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On start or when pressing refresh?
Could you post the StackTrace maybe?
edit: The force close comes from the directory "/dbdata/databases" not existing hm...
Where would the directory be located on the HD2 ?
edit2: New version up which wont force close
Does this problem of left over directories only exist on the sgs?
Yes!!! I have been wanting an app like this for a while!
Installed but force closes every time I try to refresh...
MyTouch 4G - rooted - CM 7.0.0RC3
works on x10i
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pbarnum said:
Yes!!! I have been wanting an app like this for a while!
Installed but force closes every time I try to refresh...
MyTouch 4G - rooted - CM 7.0.0RC3
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I just uploaded a new version which should not force close, but it seems you don't have that directory /dbdata/databases either.
asmanthebell said:
works on x10i
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Does it show any thing when you press refresh?
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SimonVT said:
There's no such folder on stock android. Each app have their own folder for data in /data/data/<package name>, which is automatically deleted at uninstall.
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Hm, so this is a samsung related problem?
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Installed on HTC Desire, It says no "0 corpses in your basement"
ukanth said:
Installed on HTC Desire, It says no "0 corpses in your basement"
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Did you see a toast message?
(Example in attachment)
Dark3n said:
Did you see a toast message?
(Example in attachment)
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Yes, I can see that . I guess there is no such folder in Desire
Same in x10, ’0 corpses' & folder not found.
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So do you have to have that folder dbdata/database to run it
Just Incredible
Djay1809 said:
So do you have to have that folder dbdata/database to run it
Just Incredible
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It seems that the problem of files remaining on the device in /dbdata/databases after uninstalling the app is only existant on Samsung devices.
You can run the app, but there probably won't be anything to show on a non Samsung device.
Yea, thats what happened, all it said was that folder not found. Sorry I dont speak programming, just teck. And Im pretty sure it dosnt matter if I have a rooted phone but im guessing it wouldnt hurt to tell you that im running unrevoked forever on my HTC incredible (not like the app has to cater just me) but i could really use something like this. I put my phone to work like i do my laptop, (you would have to see it to get that)
Just Incredible
I just installed the app and got a "0 corpses message" with no pop up message
also if it helps
SGS Vibrant
Trigger 2.8.2
Overstock 2.2
ironlood said:
I just installed the app and got a "0 corpses message" with no pop up message
also if it helps
SGS Vibrant
Trigger 2.8.2
Overstock 2.2
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Thanks, this is very intresting. So the vibrant has this folder too.
The question now would be if this bug does not exist on the vibrant or if it just luck and you have a very clean device .
Works on Fascinate. Found 25 files from uninstalled apps. Great idea btw...

[APP][GPL]SecDroid - Android Hardening [BETA] [Hiatus]

SecDroid V 1.1 Beta
Created by x942
Released under GPLV2​
PROJECT IS ON HIATUS
New project over here
Introduction​
SecDroid hardens the android kernel by disable certain binaries that have internet access or can be used as an attack vector. Some of these are:
SSH
SSHD
Telnet
NC (net cat)
Ping
PM (Package Manager - Can't install apps via CLI/ADB)
ADBD (ADB is disabled until reboot)
And by securing the TCP Stack using Systctl (Until Next boot).
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More info
Why disable ADB and PM?
ADB and PM are both disabled to help prevent an attacker from being able to install apps via the command line or adb shell. Both of these are potential attack vectors. You can install apps via the playstore and GUI
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What license is this released under?
All code is released under GPLV2 Unless otherwise noted.
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Thanks/Credits
Many Thanks to Adam Outler for his Shell class that was used in this project (until V0.3 - See Changelog).
Many thanks to XDA-TV and XDA for their hard work!
And thanks to SANS for their Android Security whitepaper which inspired this project.
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Downloads:
View attachment SecDroid.apk
Source Code
Latest Version (always up to date)
Play Store ] [URL="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41204527&postcount=101"](OUT-OF-DATE) [/URL]
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Please note this is my first android app. As such bugs may be present and the code may not be pretty. If anyone can help me make it look nicer and more efficient that would be great
UPDATE 2013-05-06:
Version 1.1 Beta
* Fixed script to properly handled errors on some devices
* Fixed layout issue
* Added disable bluetooth feature (Disabled bluetoothd )
* Added enable bluetooth feautre ( Reverses above action)
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x942 - Thanks for letting me know this is in the works - looks really promising. With things like SSH/SSHD being disabled, will apps (like Connectbot) still work, allowing for SSH/SSHD on a per app basis?
Does this just disable these things during the current running session?
IE after rebooting it does everything go back to normal?
If not is there a way to enable them again?
I have to assume that it's a good thing if the application wasn't able to find any of the noted application to harden.
fluxgfx said:
I have to assume that it's a good thing if the application wasn't able to find any of the noted application to harden.
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I assume it's not a good thing because the applications are missing (which is unlikely) or they are moved to a different location
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/secure-your-android-device-with-secdroid/
featured on Xda portal!
So the "hardening" is only applied after running the app and upon next boot everything should be back to normal correct?
Mika83AC said:
I assume it's not a good thing because the applications are missing (which is unlikely) or they are moved to a different location
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I agree with you. Although after a manual verification the application in questions aren't located on the device in any folders Internel, External or within any of the root folder.
Cheers,
fluxgfx said:
I agree with you. Although after a manual verification the application in questions aren't located on the device in any folders Internel, External or within any of the root folder.
Cheers,
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I also has the same issue when running the app and I confirmed the apps are not located on my device.
First of all thank you so much for the effort to keep our devices safe. Im using Droidwall to block certain programs and would like to install SecDroid but not sure if it would conflict in any way. Could you please confirm?
koz said:
x942 - Thanks for letting me know this is in the works - looks really promising. With things like SSH/SSHD being disabled, will apps (like Connectbot) still work, allowing for SSH/SSHD on a per app basis?
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Sadly no. The apps are disabled by removing their permisions to execute (chmod 000). This means no one can run it. I suppose I could have it set to only allow Connectbot to run it based on UID or something. But something like Droidwall or AFWall+ is better suited for that. I am planning to add in a switch for each item. So you could for example leave ssh enabled but disabled everything else.
Richy19 said:
Does this just disable these things during the current running session?
IE after rebooting it does everything go back to normal?
If not is there a way to enable them again?
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Yes at this time everything is reset on reboot. I am looking into having it auto-run every boot.
fluxgfx said:
I have to assume that it's a good thing if the application wasn't able to find any of the noted application to harden.
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Correct. I have tested on CM9/10/10.1 and AOKP on both of these if it can't find anything then they aren't present in the system. Stock roms may be different. All AOSP should all be the same though.
hisname said:
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/secure-your-android-device-with-secdroid/
featured on Xda portal!
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Nice! xD That is awesome!
PnoT said:
So the "hardening" is only applied after running the app and upon next boot everything should be back to normal correct?
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Yes. Everything is reset upon reboot. i will add an auto-run version shortly
bushako said:
First of all thank you so much for the effort to keep our devices safe. Im using Droidwall to block certain programs and would like to install SecDroid but not sure if it would conflict in any way. Could you please confirm?
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No problem. I have no issues with Droidwall or AFWall+ SecDroid doesn't touch iptables so everything should be fine
Are these vulnerabilities dependent upon whether USB debugging is enabled or disabled?
...and will this interfere with Apps that require USB debuggin enabled such as Titanium Backup and Gemini Apps manager.
electricpete1 said:
Are these vulnerabilities dependent upon whether USB debugging is enabled or disabled?
...and will this interfere with Apps that require USB debuggin enabled such as Titanium Backup and Gemini Apps manager.
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The only vulnerabilities dependant on USB Debugging is Kos' p2p-adb. The rest prevent network (remote) attacks. Some of which could be used over ADB but don't depend on it (installing malware). I have not tested with TB but it may break it. I am trying to make individual on/off switches for each option so you can only disable what you want to and leave the rest alone
I have posted a Play Store link now too!
fluxgfx said:
I have to assume that it's a good thing if the application wasn't able to find any of the noted application to harden.
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WattB006 said:
I also has the same issue when running the app and I confirmed the apps are not located on my device.
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Same result here. Does that mean our devices are more secure since we don't have these files? I'm running pure AOSP, BTW.
I'm having the same problem.
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apatal said:
Same result here. Does that mean our devices are more secure since we don't have these files? I'm running pure AOSP, BTW.
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No, you are not "safe". All the things are not located in system/xbin, but in system/bin! So the pathes which the app checks are wrong...
Under system/xbin are many many links, but the real "files" are located elsewhere! So the dev should chance his app so that it can check the right locations
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I checked and scp is located in the system/bin folder. All the other ones though I cannot find. Here is a screen shot of mine.
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Can you also include in this app ARP, DOS,and MITM type of attack protection. That would be cool.
apatal said:
Same result here. Does that mean our devices are more secure since we don't have these files? I'm running pure AOSP, BTW.
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New version coming in a few days I will post a patched version today, it looks like I uploaded the wrong version by mistake.
jas0nsg said:
I'm having the same problem.
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Mika83AC said:
No, you are not "safe". All the things are not located in system/xbin, but in system/bin! So the pathes which the app checks are wrong...
Under system/xbin are many many links, but the real "files" are located elsewhere! So the dev should chance his app so that it can check the right locations
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Oops looks like I messed up and uploaded the wrong version I will fix this. Originally it did use xbin and also disabled more things (bluetooth and NFC) but I corrected this as most users don't want those disabled. I will post the proper APK With the proper paths. It's alread compiled so expect it in a few min.
SkyandDirt said:
Can you also include in this app ARP, DOS,and MITM type of attack protection. That would be cool.
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I can include these I will do so in a future update.
Fixed the issue. It doesn't give any errors on CM10/10.1 on my N4. Path is now /system/bin for the binaries that are there and xbin is only used for a couple binaries that are only in that folder.
Also moved repo to github as google code is annoying. Update also pushed to Play Store.

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
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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...
.
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

Bloatware

Hi guys,
Quick question... I got this phone three days ago... I rooted it mostly to delete some of the bloatware... The thing is, I tried to delete the apps on the system folders, but it won't allow it... It returns an error message saying it is not possible to delete the files...
Anyone knows why this is happening and if there's a workaround?
Thanks!!!
mariolcneto said:
Hi guys,
Quick question... I got this phone three days ago... I rooted it mostly to delete some of the bloatware... The thing is, I tried to delete the apps on the system folders, but it won't allow it... It returns an error message saying it is not possible to delete the files...
Anyone knows why this is happening and if there's a workaround?
Thanks!!!
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First check you have full root or not.
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It's not my first phone and definitely not the first rooted device.. I'm a serial flasher... Lol...
Just never had this happen to me before...
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mariolcneto said:
It's not my first phone and definitely not the first rooted device.. I'm a serial flasher... Lol...
Just never had this happen to me before...
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To be easier use clean master app from play store, to remove bloatware!!
Tried two apps and both failed to delete g+...
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no recommended uninstall system application
mariolcneto said:
Tried two apps and both failed to delete g+...
View attachment 2967513View attachment 2967514
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why uninstall system applications,it is not recommended either one developers that is risky.
try this application work good.Make sure the app you are going to uninstall is not a system app.
Code:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=zsj.android.systemappremover&hl=en
install and Open Root app delete on your android phone and,Tap on System apps and tap on Pro when prompted to choose from Junior or Pro mode.
Scroll through the list of system apps and tap on any of the apps which you want to be removed from your phone.
Next tap on Uninstall to remove the unwanted app and again tap on OK to confirm your selection.
In case the app cannot be remove properly, you will see the following error. Tap on OK and then tap on #1 to force uninstall the app.
Now the unwanted app / bloatware will be removed from your android phone.
What!!!!!!!??!????
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mariolcneto said:
What!!!!!!!??!????
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Use titanium backup .
mariolcneto said:
Hi guys,
Quick question... I got this phone three days ago... I rooted it mostly to delete some of the bloatware... The thing is, I tried to delete the apps on the system folders, but it won't allow it... It returns an error message saying it is not possible to delete the files...
Anyone knows why this is happening and if there's a workaround?
Thanks!!!
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What version are you running? How did you get root?
Hi guys...
First of all, the "What???" wasn't meant for this post, for some strange reason when I replied on another forum post it did here... I'm really sorry about that...
Anyway... The phone was bugging and the root wasn't working right, that's why I wasn't able to delete the apps... I wasn't trying to delete system apps, but things like Google+ which I don't use at all...
Anyway, I'm on a D2306 from Brazil... I flashed the 4.4.2 global to get rid of the carrier apps, but I probably did something wrong while flashing and rooting it, so it was't working... I reflashed it yesterday and did the root again and it worked flawlessly...
I deleted the integrated apps I don't use and the phone is perfect now...
Thanks for all the help...
That's first thing I also do after rooting. There is so much delivered with the phone, and not few of it completely useless to me.
I think the advice not deleting system apps, hmmm .... what is a system app? Sony Home? SystemUI ? Or Google+, Gmail, Maps, Sony Select, ... all in system and unremovable without root. I understand that we need to be protected from doing harm to the phone we bought. But still I think the phone should come with a kind of admin function or semi-root to remove what is not needed. As it is it has more the smell of forcing people to using certain things.
For other apps I have different needs than what is supplied. I am lucky I can change things. As examples, for email I can use a normal email program such as K9, for sms I can use an sms messenger that actually does give repeat notifications, such as Evolve, QuicPic to me is the superior Album at 1/10 of the size, for navigation and maps I use Mapfactor bcs it has real offline navigation, and so on and on.

removing googleadservices

hello i have a problem with my galaxy s8 when the phone is in standby mode it wakes up on its own i noticed that is due to an ad by googleadservices and i tried several ways to remove it but i failed so please can anyone help me with this issue and thanks inadvance
Are you using another launcher?It may be the launcher's fault.
If it is,try downloading Lucky Patcher and use it to remake the .apk file of the launcher with Google ads removed.Uninstall the unmodified app and open and install the modified .apk file.It should probably work.
If it isn't,I may not know how to help.
BonkersBloke said:
Are you using another launcher?It may be the launcher's fault.
If it is,try downloading Lucky Patcher and use it to remake the .apk file of the launcher with Google ads removed.Uninstall the unmodified app and open and install the modified .apk file.It should probably work.
If it isn't,I may not know how to help.
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Talking about such things are strictly forbidden here at xda, since hard working developers make the money to keep their projects going.
To the OP, if you have downloaded an apk that contains a virus, there is your issue. Sites that host apks usually try to sneak in such things in "their" apps.
...What's an OP?Also,should I edit my previous reply?
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...What's an OP?Also,should I edit my previous reply?
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Original post OR original poster. If you're talking about op, it's the second one, if you're talking about something in the first post, it's the first one.

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