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[APP] MySQL Manager

I'm trying to get a feel for what kind of demand there is out there for a MySQL manager for Android.
Obviously there's only going to be a small niche of people who would want/use one, myself included, so I guess I wanted to get the feedback of the people on these forums to see what demand is like.
I'm currently building one that I plan to stick on the Android Market in the next week or so, and I'll let everyone who expresses interest know when that happens. The first version I put out will be a "lite" version. Features will include:
Create/Edit/Delete server/db credentials
View a list of all Tables, Views, and Stored Procedures in a db
View first 100 records of any Table or View
Drop Tables, Views, and Stored Procedures
Add/Edit Views
Add/Edit Stored Procedures
Run custom queries
If the demand and responses are good, I will completely re-do the UI, add some nice graphics, and put out a much more feature-rich version. Not going to waste my time to do that, though, if I don't feel there is enough need.
Thanks in advance to everyone who responds!
-teleknEsis

Any plan for SSL authentication like desktop client?
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jameztcc said:
Any plan for SSL authentication like desktop client?
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Probably will be in the full version

teleknEsis said:
Create/Edit/Delete server/db credentials
Run custom queries
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I would definitely use this. Personally, running custom queries would be the only thing I would use it for tho (i'm a sql/command line ninja haha). Hard saying how often I would use it. Currently I just ssh into a nix box and use mysql client from there when I'm remote/without a laptop and need to fix something.

teleknEsis said:
Probably will be in the full version
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Look forward to it. Thanks.
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jameztcc said:
Look forward to it. Thanks.
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I have released the initial version of my app on the market. Search for AndSQL.
Keep in mind, this is a very rough first version and is not intended to be complete with features. If response/feedback is good I will re-do UI, add graphics, and style it. Any feedback is greatly welcomed. Thanks!!
-teleknEsis

Can't find on the market, is there a download link?
Also, about "Run custom queries" is there the option to save/load the queries too?
I will appreciate that because i often run the same queries, so i save and load them when i need

__max__ said:
Can't find on the market, is there a download link?
Also, about "Run custom queries" is there the option to save/load the queries too?
I will appreciate that because i often run the same queries, so i save and load them when i need
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As of right now there is not. This would be a feature I would definitely add if I decide to make a 'full' version. This was really more or less just a quick tool I made for myself to do quick db edits/checks on the fly when problems are reported. It has a ton of potential, I'm just not sure how large the demand is for a 'full' version of this.
My app targets 2.1 and up so not sure why you don't see it in the Market, but I'll go ahead and post it in the OP. Look for it there.

Ok, thanks for reply, it's quite useful already to do quick and emergency checks.
I'm on froyo now, so i should be able to find it in the market...

__max__ said:
Ok, thanks for reply, it's quite useful already to do quick and emergency checks.
I'm on froyo now, so i should be able to find it in the market...
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Did you ever find it? I posted it in the first post in case you never did find it in the market.

got it from market , thanks!
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Downloaded from here.
It seems to connect, at least i don't receive any error, but i don't see the tables/views/sproc, and if i try to run a query the result is empty..
Tried with 2 different db on 2 different servers.
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__max__ said:
Downloaded from here.
It seems to connect, at least i don't receive any error, but i don't see the tables/views/sproc, and if i try to run a query the result is empty..
Tried with 2 different db on 2 different servers.
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There's likely a bug in my connection error reporting. If you're not seeing any tables or views then there's probably something wrong w/ your connection settings.
Make sure your MySQL db is set to allow remote connections, and also verify that the port you specified is correct. Hope that helps

Im' pretty sure everything it's ok, from my home pc i can connect without any problem...

__max__ said:
Im' pretty sure everything it's ok, from my home pc i can connect without any problem...
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Hmmm well works fine for me with several different MySQL db's on different servers, different hosting solutions. I'll make sure connection error reporting is working tonight and submit an updated app for you.

Thanks, i appreciate the effort
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Great APP! Thanks for sharing and developing this app!

hi... anyone knows an app like MySQL Manager for windows mobile 6.5? thanks...

Free Remote Android Support App

Zikk is unique mobile to mobile remote support app.
So what's so special about Zikk?
It is designed for consumers and not for IT depatments and operators,
therefore it is extremely simple and user friendly.
It provides full privacy protection - no screen sharing, and no access to SMS, email, etc.
It doesn't require constant internet access, and doesn't prevent the recipient from using his
phone for other purposes during the process.
It supports all Android devices (2.2 and above).
In addition to remote support, Zikk contains a local settings menu which uses Zikk's simple
and friendly interface.
When people have a hard time setting up their smartphones, they ask help from their friends
and family - Zikk enables users to help each other.
APK attached. Also available on Google-Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zikk.alpha)
where you will also find a short and helpful demo video. You van also find the video on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsP9-Lpfwpk).

So both people need Zikk installed, I presume? Does the person you are helping get prompted to download it?

cabbieBot said:
So both people need Zikk installed, I presume? Does the person you are helping get prompted to download it?
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Correct. If the selected contact does not have the app, the user will be asked to allow sending
an automatic SMS with a link to the download page. There is also a share option where you can
send this message (via SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook, etc.) to one or more people.

zikkapp said:
It supports all Android devices (2.2 and above).
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This really does sound great; however, does it support wifi-only tablets? Is the phone number just to receive verification code? If so, will any mobile phone number work?

ritchea said:
This really does sound great; however, does it support wifi-only tablets? Is the phone number just to receive verification code? If so, will any mobile phone number work?
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The current version is designed for Android phones does not support WiFi-only tablets or
large screen tablets, however in a few weeks I will publish the tablet version, which will
include UI adjustments, tablet related features and a different registration process.

Sounds AMAZING! I'd really like to use this to help my friends and family. I live in India though
No worries, I'll wait

fantastic idea!!! this will surely take off!! kudos to the OP!!

how far this app will go ? I mean can I help someone from anywhere ?

What about phone types? What if my phone is a Nexus and the other device is a HTC?

zikkapp said:
Zikk is unique mobile to mobile remote support app.
APK attached. Also available on Google-Play (com.zikk.alpha)[/URL] where you can also find
a short and helpful demo video.
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Fix the link.... & Also it'd be nice to add a promo pictured visual (Banner, slide show,ect) above to ease all the questions asked below.
Nicely done though. Props.

SystemErrorOne said:
Fix the link.... & Also it'd be nice to add a promo pictured visual (Banner, slide show,ect) above to ease all the questions asked below.
Nicely done though. Props.
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Thanks, updated - since I'm a new member I can't post links so
I posted the app's package name and the title of the demo video
on YouTube. I will replace it with actual links as soon as I can.

Cool
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Cool, like the concept of it. But really wish it could do the updates of apps. And PRL updated. The many things my mother and sister never do.

BroadcastJunkie said:
Cool, like the concept of it. But really wish it could do the updates of apps. And PRL updated. The many things my mother and sister never do.
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Great ideas for the next version - thank you very much!

I like the app a lot, but what make it one of the best is if I could move, install, & uninstall system apps, and a root file manager so that we can help rooted users also

uninstalled this app from my Galaxy Note i717 and now the home screen is gone and I cant get back into recovery?

oh cool its like remote assistance for android!

Vintage144 said:
uninstalled this app from my Galaxy Note i717 and now the home screen is gone and I cant get back into recovery?
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Could you be little more accurate.. what rom you are using? What launcher? Does the launcher FC?

shadie21 said:
I like the app a lot, but what make it one of the best is if I could move, install, & uninstall system apps, and a root file manager so that we can help rooted users also
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Actually a version for rooted users is an interesting idea. Not sure how common "less tech savvy"
rooted users are though. If you have more ideas for features for rooted users I would love to hear them.

I actually have a friend who is just getting into root use who calls for advice when he needs it. Let's be honest we were all beginners once and maybe could have used a little hand. He moved recently so there is distance involved now. This looks like a great idea.
I would love to have access to the settings menus, root file explorer and perhaps apps he already has installed such as set CPU or apps of that nature.
Beginners in root use are just as confused by root abilities as beginners in android are of it's stock features at times.
It would be really great to be able to start a log cat app and have your friend do something that normally causes a crash for example if they are not advanced enough to run one themselves. A current issue I have on hand. Trying to explain how to run one and sending videos to watch.
Hope this keeps going :thumbup:
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[Q] Any alternative to ShareKM?

Hi, I have used ShareKM (from playstore) to share the keyboard and mouse of the pc to the android device. It was usefull for many reasons, but it seems that the developer stop the project (I don't know it for sure). Now I have a message that tells me the beta apk expired and it stops and exits.
Do you know any other alternative to share the keyboard and mouse of a PC with and android device?
P.D.: Synergy is another option, but it is alpha and doesn't work very well.
Thank you.

I would like to hear a very solid alternative for sharekm too !
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

I am also looking for an alternative to ShareKM

+1... Have´nt found anything else yet...

Still looking for an alternative... Any luck? Someone tried to speak with the author?

Here you are mate : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.liveov.skm
Mentioning to @rumbitas @legendnexus @chris247 @Marcel_87 @attorianzo
November/December will my HTC One M8 arrive !

Bink Feed said:
Here you are mate : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.liveov.skm
Mentioning to @rumbitas @legendnexus @chris247 @Marcel_87 @attorianzo
November/December will my HTC One M8 arrive !
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It's Sharekm! Doesn't work... expired

Bink Feed said:
Here you are mate : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.liveov.skm
Mentioning to @rumbitas @legendnexus @chris247 @Marcel_87 @attorianzo
November/December will my HTC One M8 arrive !
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attorianzo said:
It's Sharekm! Doesn't work... expired
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Here another one:
Free ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droidcontrol.takecontrollite )
Paid ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droidcontrol.takecontrol )

Many thanks for your prompt reply.
Unfortunately I haven't a rooted device. Any chance for a no rooted software?

attorianzo said:
Many thanks for your prompt reply.
Unfortunately I haven't a rooted device. Any chance for a no rooted software?
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Why you don't try rooting your device?
November/December will my HTC One M8 arrive !

Stuart Little said:
Here another one:
Free ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droidcontrol.takecontrollite )
Paid ( https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droidcontrol.takecontrol )
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App closes when I try to enter host ip.
I'm HTC one m8 tmob rooted and s-off.

TeamViewer
The only app I know of that does this is TeamViewer QuickSupport. You can even view the screen. This also works on 3G/4G and you don't even need to be connected to the same network.

New app
Hi,
I just release DeskDock, an app that works very similar to how ShareKM worked, plus has some additional features (such as multi-platform server and drag and drop).
XDA Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-deskdock-missing-link-computer-t3447035
Play Store:
Free: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.free
PRO: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.pro

fd_ said:
hi,
i just release deskdock, an app that works very similar to how sharekm worked, plus has some additional features (such as multi-platform server and drag and drop).
Xda thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-deskdock-missing-link-computer-t3447035
play store:
Free: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.free
pro: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.pro
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thank you thank you danke danke

WTF...
FD_ said:
Hi,
I just release DeskDock, an app that works very similar to how ShareKM worked, plus has some additional features (such as multi-platform server and drag and drop).
XDA Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-deskdock-missing-link-computer-t3447035
Play Store:
Free: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.free
PRO: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.pro
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I downloaded the desktop app... It gave me all kinds of ****. All browsers mainpages were set to launchpage(.)org(don't go there).. and my shortcuts were altered.. thanks for this piece of rubbish.
Took me quite some time to get rid of this. Malwarebytes (which i use every other day) came up with 42 threats once i installed your wonderful app.
DON'T DOWNLOAD!!!

Bilnaad said:
I downloaded the desktop app... It gave me all kinds of ****. All browsers mainpages were set to launchpage(.)org(don't go there).. and my shortcuts were altered.. thanks for this piece of rubbish.
Took me quite some time to get rid of this. Malwarebytes (which i use every other day) came up with 42 threats once i installed your wonderful app.
DON'T DOWNLOAD!!!
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I can only guess you did not install the server program from the official source (my website) and somehow were a victim of a faked or modified program.
My app definitely does NOT change any browser mainpage (are you talking about the server computer or the Android device?). It also definitely does NOT contain any virus. I hear from some virus scanners (Panda Security) detecting individual threads in the server program, but they are always false alarms based on the vague heuristics those scanners rely on.
I can only ask you to download the Free version from Play Store and server from my website (fdmobileinventions.blogspot.com) and hopefully give it another try :fingers-crossed:

FD_ said:
I can only guess you did not install the server program from the official source (my website) and somehow were a victim of a faked or modified program.
My app definitely does NOT change any browser mainpage (are you talking about the server computer or the Android device?). It also definitely does NOT contain any virus. I hear from some virus scanners (Panda Security) detecting individual threads in the server program, but they are always false alarms based on the vague heuristics those scanners rely on.
I can only ask you to download the Free version from Play Store and server from my website (fdmobileinventions.blogspot.com) and hopefully give it another try :fingers-crossed:
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I was talking about the server. I wanted to try the free version (which i downloaded from the playstore) and got the server from your website.. the server gave me the problems i mentioned.

Bilnaad said:
I was talking about the server. I wanted to try the free version (which i downloaded from the playstore) and got the server from your website.. the server gave me the problems i mentioned.
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What specific server version did you download? Could you send me the link you used? Are you sure you used DeskDock and not another app/program? Did you probably install ADB drivers from a shady source?
I'm 100% sure my program definitely does not change any browser start page nor contain any virus.

FD_ said:
What specific server version did you download? Could you send me the link you used? Are you sure you used DeskDock and not another app/program? Did you probably install ADB drivers from a shady source?
I'm 100% sure my program definitely does not change any browser start page nor contain any virus.
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I don't remember which version it was since i deleted everything in my download folder. It was last week so if you didn't upload a new version between last week and now i'd say that i've tried the most recent one.

Bilnaad said:
I don't remember which version it was since i deleted everything in my download folder. It was last week so if you didn't upload a new version between last week and now i'd say that i've tried the most recent one.
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Which of the three packages did you download?

TrendStation - a privacy friendly alternative to Tapatalk

Hello,
I'm not associated with the developer of this app, but found this rare gem at reddit.
I was looking for a Tapatalk alternative over the last years, since Tapatalk is getting more and more advertisements (even the paid version) and it was criticized because of data leaks and a very bad privacy policy. The developers of Tapatalk don't listen to suggestions and make the app even worse, from one to the next update.
TrendStation is a Feed Player, which allows you to read RSS feeds, listen to podcasts or, which is my favourite feature of the app:
to browse any forum that uses the Tapatalk API.
I'm blown away by the simplicity of this app and the forum module, which is a lightweight alternative to Tapatalk itself. Forums can be added by adding the link of the corresponding forum.
There is no cloud service behind and the login data is not shared, everything stays local.
Since the app is really great made and the developer fixed bugs immediately when I wrote him, I'd like other users that look for a Tapatalk alternative to know about this app.
They removed ads immediately, when I asked them to do so. They'll add a donate entry at the app settings.
Google Play Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.nt.ai
Website of the developer: http://limbostudio.html-5.me/?i=1
E-Mail of the developer: [email protected]
I'd like to share this app with you, because it replaced Tapatalk completely for me.
Please leave your feedback, I want to support the developer with it.

I installed this, looking for something better than TapaTalk that I only use for one forum. It will not add the forums, stating that I have the wrong URL (I know I do not) or forums do not use the Tapatalk API.
It is SNB Forums www.snbforums.com and tried www.snbforums.com/forums and it just does not work. I know they use the Tapatalk API because I can access those forums with Tapatalk.

Pkt_Lnt said:
I installed this, looking for something better than TapaTalk that I only use for one forum. It will not add the forums, stating that I have the wrong URL (I know I do not) or forums do not use the Tapatalk API.
It is SNB Forums www.snbforums.com and tried www.snbforums.com/forums and it just does not work. I know they use the Tapatalk API because I can access those forums with Tapatalk.
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Do you need authentication to access the forum?
I have a forum that only can be accessed after user login so that's may be the problem about the app not syncing
I can't access either but I know for sure it uses Tapatalk API of course

mangusZen said:
Do you need authentication to access the forum?
I have a forum that only can be accessed after user login so that's may be the problem about the app not syncing
I can't access either but I know for sure it uses Tapatalk API of course
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You can browse them with no log in. I just set at the add forum screen and get the toast stating wrong URL or does not use tapatalk api. Can't even get to the url.

Thanks for the feedback.
I talked to the developer, there seems to be a problem with a few forums using the Tapatalk API (Probably because of Cloudflare).
He is actually working on a fix.
The XDA forum and some other forums I tested (Android-Hilfe.de) are working fine for me.

Draygon said:
Thanks for the feedback.
I talked to the developer, there seems to be a problem with a few forums using the Tapatalk API (Probably because of Cloudflare).
He is actually working on a fix.
The XDA forum and some other forums I tested (Android-Hilfe.de) are working fine for me.
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Nice to know , the app seems really nice

Draygon said:
Thanks for the feedback.
I talked to the developer, there seems to be a problem with a few forums using the Tapatalk API (Probably because of Cloudflare).
He is actually working on a fix.
The XDA forum and some other forums I tested (Android-Hilfe.de) are working fine for me.
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Yes Cloudflare hosts SNB Forums.

I got following answer from the developer, regarding the problem that some forums cannot be added (Tapatalk API not in use error):
Limbo Studio said:
Hi,
Its seems as if The CloudFlares DDos protection is tampering with the access of the link. The site admins have not whitelisted the Tapatalk API and since these websites have migrated into Tapatalk itself, it explains why you could use these forums in The Tapatalk Application.
This issue has been faced by many around the world -*https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/tap...s40.html?sid=9581d9c85a305ea26abd2a244e2cd4b8
We are sorry we couldn’t be of further assistance
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Probably someone can get in contact with the developer and help him. These reply is really sad for me.

Draygon said:
I got following answer from the developer, regarding the problem that some forums cannot be added (Tapatalk API not in use error):
Probably someone can get in contact with the developer and help him. These reply is really sad for me.
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Its not the apps fault but the websites, cloudflare blocks the tapatalk api,
ask the website admin to change it , i guess

Draygon said:
I got following answer from the developer, regarding the problem that some forums cannot be added (Tapatalk API not in use error):
Probably someone can get in contact with the developer and help him. These reply is really sad for me.
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Pass this on to the dev. New Cloudflare SDK and developer docs.
https://www.cloudflare.com/products/mobile-sdk/
https://developers.cloudflare.com/mobile-sdk/overview/
Source.
https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/...-sdk-help-developers-improve-app-performance/

Its the websites cloudeflare firewall, it does not allow incoming connections with the app because it suspects it as a robot.
I like the app and its simple and efficient UI, and the fact that its only 8MB is pretty impressive

Pkt_Lnt said:
Pass this on to the dev. New Cloudflare SDK and developer docs.
https://www.cloudflare.com/products/mobile-sdk/
https://developers.cloudflare.com/mobile-sdk/overview/
Source.
https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/...-sdk-help-developers-improve-app-performance/
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Thanks, I sent your response to the developer. Probably he still cannot do anything about the issue, because of the mentioned Cloudflare Firewall.
Really sad, the app is awesome. But I can only add a few of my forums.

Draygon said:
Thanks, I sent your response to the developer. Probably he still cannot do anything about the issue, because of the mentioned Cloudflare Firewall.
Really sad, the app is awesome. But I can only add a few of my forums.
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Well its free and you can add all the major forums, so its a win-win
Cloudflare is a nuisance:crying:

can anyone send the apk? My playstore isnt working properly

I must do something wrong, none of the foruns links work, for example to add xda I use the link https://forum.xda-developers.com
Can someone point me in the right direction? tks

Hi, remove https:// to solve the problem.

I tried it, and only XDA worked for me. I really only visit 5 forums. And while I have begun to literally loathe both Tapatalk and Flipboard (these two are one in the same as far as not doing things for users),I cannot switch to to this so (as much as I'd love to) because of this issue..
Very nice presentation though...
Sent from my note 8...

Draygon said:
Hi, remove https:// to solve the problem.
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IMNSHO that is very bad advise to disable https. With all the hacking / privacy issues on the Internet, more security is essential. not less.
That would be a short term fix at best. If that was necessary, then that alone will keep me from using (or trying to use) TrendStation.
https://blog.malwarebytes.com/101/2...ers-to-move-to-https-before-october-deadline/
https://www.techrepublic.com/articl...-how-it-could-make-the-entire-internet-safer/
https://www.cloudflare.com/learning-resources/tls-1-3/

Pkt_Lnt said:
IMNSHO that is very bad advise to disable https. With all the hacking / privacy issues on the Internet, more security is essential. not less.
That would be a short term fix at best. If that was necessary, then that alone will keep me from using (or trying to use) TrendStation.
https://blog.malwarebytes.com/101/2...ers-to-move-to-https-before-october-deadline/
https://www.techrepublic.com/articl...-how-it-could-make-the-entire-internet-safer/
https://www.cloudflare.com/learning-resources/tls-1-3/
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It's pretty secure as the app is fully local
Sent from my J7 Prime using TrendStation

I test and have some comments.
1. Poor translation of the Polish language
2. Additional menu in posts / three dots / slightly visible, changing the theme helps a little.
The appplication is developmental and great that someone is making a conciliatory for tatapalka.
Regards and look forward to further development of the app

[APP][6.0] Beta Maniac -- Life of a beta tester

This app is for Beta Testers only
The Google Play app allows us to manage our beta programs but have you ever wanted to participate in a limited number beta program?
(The most common examples are WhatsApp, Facebook, Android Auto and LinkedIn, at least for my country, Italy)
Every time you have to go to Google Play and see if you can access the beta program.
A few years ago (even before the Google Play app had a section dedicated to the quick view of our beta programs in which we participate) I had developed an app, for private use, to overcome this problem, and after adding some small personalization and options I would also like to make it available to this community.
The app is now available on Google Play, contains ads and subscription (subscription remove ads and unlock the auto join feature).
People who bought the old "remove ads" in-app purchase is premium user for life now (no need to subscribe to get the new auto join feature, thanks for the support.
At the moment the app is available different languages, but if you want to participate in the translation you can download the xml file at the second post.
Let me know your feedbacks about it.
XDA:DevDB Information
Beta Maniac, App for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
Mirko ddd
Version Information
Status: Released
Created 2020-01-26
Last Updated 2023-04-19

Downloads
Click the image below to be redirected to Google Play page of the app
Attached the strings.xml if you are interested on translation help

FAQ and Privacy
FAQ
Q- Why should I use this app instead of Beta Checker or Beta Lister or any other similar app?
A- The first one does not check anything, you have to manually go in Google Play and share the link with the app, which is pretty useless, once you are in Google Play you can directly see if there is a beta and can join or leave from Google Play itself.
The second (which I cannot find the link anymore, probably the dev just removed it from Google Play, at least in my Country) does lists from the installed apps the ones which have a beta version (using the dev cookie, or an alt account) but it is almost useless, because if a beta is available in US does not mean it is available in other countries. And you cannot take action anyways, you need to go in Google Play (app or web) to join the beta. Using the dev cookie means that the app is not aware of your joined betas too.
Q- I don t trust the Google form for sign-in, why don' t you use official Google Sign In API?
A- Google Sign in API generates a token for third party backends to auth the user. The problem is that Google Play does not have API for third party developers to auth users.
Q- Why there is no auto sign-in or Google sign-in?
A- Currently you are not signin-in to Beta Maniac, you are signin-in to Google, and the eventual token you get using those facilities is not spendible in Google Play. What the app does is the same thing you would do manually, no API used.
Q- I don t want to sign in then, what can I do?
A- Simply do not use the app.
Q- Why cannot sign-in even if my connection is good?
A- Check out if you are on a VPN or custom DNS network. If so disable it and login.
Q- Does the app collects any data?
A- The app collects anonymous data (phone model, android version, country) for analytics purpose and crash reports, handled by Google using Firebase.
Q- The app was completely free, why now there are ads and I have to pay to turn them off?
A- Because the most of users complained and rated one star for no real reason. You had it for free, the only thing you had to do was keep the app average rating high enough to be considered a good app, but you didn' t. You had even the chance to donate, only 30-35 people did (and they will not see any ads now).
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82630837&postcount=314
Q- I bought the "remove ads" in-app purchase, do I need to subscribe?
A- Of course not, you are already a life time premium user, thanks for the support.
and as @mbc07 has experienced:
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For people having issues with ad blockers: it looks like you'll have trouble only when using DNS-based ad blocking. I personally use AdGuard on my device, which by default uses a VPN with a custom DNS to filter the ads. I normally leave the DNS-based filtering disabled since it sometimes breaks some sites and in fact, by using only the VPN-based filtering I didn't experience any login issues on Beta-Maniac, even with AdGuard active...
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Privacy
User privacy

Awesome Work
Thanks Mirko for your amazing app!
I've just tried and I love the background process to find out if a beta version is available. :good::good::good::good:

fulvius31 said:
Thanks Mirko for your amazing app!
I've just tried and I love the background process to find out if a beta version is available. :good::good::good::good:
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thank you fulvius

Nice,cool. thanks

danilo_scala said:
Nice,cool. thanks
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Thank you Danilo, for any problems or question refer to third post or share with us your experience.

Mirko ddd said:
- strings.xml for people interested on translation help
- beta-maniac.apk for installing
- beta-maniac-2.apk for installing (update)
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If not already contributed, here's the french translated strings file.

If I may report that small issue :
Despite using XDA adfree version of your very welcomed app, I noticed it couldn't get past the post log-in screen (got No connection / Try again - with no avail') if device is connected with ad-blocking private DNS on Android 9+) or to a router set with ad-blocking DNS.
No biggy but took quite some time to figure out the reason.
You might want to change that or add a message to let users know their ad-blocker prevents the app from going further.
After initial set up though, it's working fine with or without DNS ad-blocking.
VPN usage was not an issue for me, only DNS level ad-blocking.
(Tested with v1)

~El Julio~ said:
If not already contributed, here's the french translated strings file.
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Wow nice! I added a new string (forgot to upload newer one). Could you translate it on the fly?
No connection, if you are using a VPN or a custom DNS you will not be able to login. Disable it and try again
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~El Julio~ said:
If I may report that small issue :
Despite using XDA adfree version of your very welcomed app, I noticed it couldn't get past the post log-in screen (got No connection / Try again - with no avail') if device is connected with ad-blocking private DNS on Android 9+) or to a router set with ad-blocking DNS.
No biggy but took quite some time to figure out the reason.
You might want to change that or add a message to let users know their ad-blocker prevents the app from going further.
After initial set up though, it's working fine with or without DNS ad-blocking.
VPN usage was not an issue for me, only DNS level ad-blocking.
(Tested with v1)
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check out third post, is explained

Mirko ddd said:
Wow nice! I added a new string (forgot to upload newer one). Could you translate it on the fly?
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Certainly, ? funny it's related to that
"Aucune connexion. Si vous êtes connecté via un VPN et/ou utilisant un DNS personnalisé, la connexion échouera. Désactivez le(s) et réessayez."
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I had but since a basic VPN connection didn't harm my attempt on my first device running Oreo, I had assumed it was a broad statement to cover possible issues but it seemed to be mostly related to the ads mechanism in place in your code.
Just wished to help by clarifying.
(IMO however, having to turn a VPN or a custom DNS setting off, even temporarily, should not be forced on any user for doing so given the privacy implications some might want to maintain)

~El Julio~ said:
Certainly, funny it's related to that
"Aucune connexion. Si vous êtes connecté via un VPN et/ou utilisant un DNS personnalisé, la connexion échouera. Désactivez le(s) et réessayez."
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I had but since a basic VPN connection didn't harm my attempt on my first device running Oreo, I had assumed it was a broad statement to cover possible issues but it seemed to be mostly related to the ads mechanism in place in your code.
Just wished to help by clarifying.
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oh man, when there s an apostrophe you shoul escape the apostrophe like in "I have" "j/'ai". As soon as I complete to escape the apostrophe i will attach the translated version and credits to you for help

Mirko ddd said:
oh man, when there s an apostrophe you shoul escape the apostrophe like in "I have" "j/'ai". As soon as I complete to escape the apostrophe i will attach the translated version and credits to you for help
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Sorry this caused you such trouble. I just can't avoid using french correctly though.. (yeah we can be PITAs for many things ?, I know.) I mean, without the apostrophe, it's not proper french so hoping to see them in displayed text for french locales.
Apologies again.

Mirko ddd said:
- strings.xml for people interested on translation help
- beta-maniac.apk for installing
- beta-maniac-2.apk for installing (update)
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Hello I've installed 1st apk on my Redmi Note 3 pro (Kenzo) MIUI 10 with Android 6.0.1 .
The app crashes instantly. Also installed 2nd apk but it gives same problem.

ishreyas said:
Hello I've installed 1st apk on my Redmi Note 3 pro (Kenzo) MIUI 10 with Android 6.0.1 .
The app crashes instantly. Also installed 2nd apk but it gives same problem.
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thanks for reporting. as soon as the crash logs are available on my console i will fix and update the app as well

~El Julio~ said:
Sorry this caused you such trouble. I just can't avoid using french correctly though.. (yeah we can be PITAs for many things , I know.) I mean, without the apostrophe, it's not proper french so hoping to see them in displayed text for french locales.
Apologies again.
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lol, nope, I didn t mean that, just saying that there s a correct way to use apostrophe in xml. I uploaded the app with your translation, go check everything is fine.

Mirko ddd said:
lol, nope, I didn t mean that, just saying that there s a correct way to use apostrophe in xml. I uploaded the app with your translation, go check everything is fine.
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Oh, that. Well, sorry anyways : I used Solid Explorer to do that while commuting before even testing your app prior to doing so.
(Also, I don't know what that correct way of using them is in XML, is this its ASCII character that should be used ?)
I checked quickly without deleting app's data so don't know about initial setup text.
But there's a typo :
"Bêtas fermée uniquement" should be "Bêtas fermées uniquement"
There's also a setting title I imprecisely translated :
"Liste des filtres" should be "Filtrer la liste" to actually be meaningful.
Spotted the "system" choice related to the theme settings in the strings but can't yet see it in the app.
Finally, I spoke too soon as for the VPN/DNS issue :
It indeed prevents from entering any app's beta program page setting in the app but Scans can and will be performed normally.
I do reiterate my previous statement regarding having to disable either or both in order for your app to work. It's a radical setup change impacting all apps for just one to work normally..

~El Julio~ said:
Oh, that. Well, sorry anyways : I used Solid Explorer to do that while commuting before even testing your app prior to doing so.
(Also, I don't know what that correct way of using them is in XML, is this its ASCII character that should be used ?)
I checked quickly without deleting app's data so don't know about initial setup text.
But there's a typo :
"Bêtas fermée uniquement" should be "Bêtas fermées uniquement"
There's also a setting title I imprecisely translated :
"Liste des filtres" should be "Filtrer la liste" to actually be meaningful.
Spotted the "system" choice related to the theme settings in the strings but can't yet see it in the app.
Finally, I spoke too soon as for the VPN/DNS issue :
It indeed prevents from entering any app's beta program page setting in the app but Scans can and will be performed normally.
I do reiterate my previous statement regarding having to disable either or both in order for your app to work. It's a radical setup change impacting all apps for just one to work normally..
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fixed the strings. Anyway no, it s not an ascii problem, it s just the android requirement to put slashes before apostrophe. I use a normal network, so I didn t figured out this problem before today, I know that only by feedbacks. I ll upload the app with translation fixed

Mirko ddd said:
fixed the strings. Anyway no, it s not an ascii problem, it s just the android requirement to put slashes before apostrophe. I use a normal network, so I didn t figured out this problem before today, I know that only by feedbacks. I ll upload the app with translation fixed
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Oh, gotcha. I'm obviously no dev, just a glad-to-learn enthusiast so thanks for that.
Thanks and sorry again for those typos/mistranslation hence the extra work.