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Cheetah Mobile is accused of committing Ad Fraud in several apps
With over 2.6 million applications to account for in the Play Store, Google is constantly at war with fraudulent and malicious apps plaguing their ecosystem. At the same time, Google tries to promote high-quality apps for users to enjoy, although sometimes the apps they select are of dubious quality. Cheetah Mobile is perhaps one of the most infamous development companies among our users because of their practice of collecting data on users and serving tons of sketchy advertisements. Their acquisition of QuickPic led many XDA members to scramble for an alternative to the once highly-recommended gallery app. But despite the poor quality of Cheetah Mobile’s products, we never had any reason to suspect them of anything truly malicious – until now. The latest research from Kochava has provided evidence that several Android apps from Cheetah Mobile, and one from Kika, are engaging in ad fraud.
Some background
Cheetah Mobile, while best known for developing applications on Android, is a company that actually focuses on selling data. They don’t hide this fact at all, though it’s something that many users are oblivious to. However, it’s hard for users to tell exactly how Cheetah Mobile is using the data they collect. Clean Master, an application by CM with more than 1 billion downloads, has access to permissions like Play Install Referrer API, network connection details, activity recognition, retrieving running apps, and many more which are not at all required for cleaning the cache on a device. As it turns out, all of the above permissions are actually being used as part of an ad fraud scheme.
Kika Keyboard is a popular third-party keyboard app on the Play Store with over 200 million downloads, according to AppBrain. Kika Keyboard is not owned by Cheetah Mobile, but the app has also been found to engage in similar ad fraud schemes.
Ad fraud
To recoup the costs of development, some developers generate revenue by placing advertisements in their applications. Developers can sometimes get a bonus for referring users to install other applications displayed in the ads. The bonus can vary from $0.50 to $3.00, typically. The system works like this: You display an advertisement showing another application, the user downloads the sponsored application and runs it, then the application which sponsored the ad will award a bonus to the referring app developer. Kochava has demonstrated that Cheetah Mobile has been tricking applications into thinking that they should be the recipient of bonuses for referrals when in reality CM’s apps played no role in referring the user to download an application. This nets CM money both from Google and the developers who monetized their app via advertisements. Here is how the ad referral process typically (left picture) versus a hijacked ad referral process (right picture). Images courtesy of BuzzFeed News.
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https://www.xda-developers.com/cheetah-mobile-ad-fraud-android-apps/
Poco has both Clean Master and Kika Keyboard (owned by Kika Tech) as default options. Not a good news for official rom users.:crying:

josinpaul said:
https://www.xda-developers.com/cheetah-mobile-ad-fraud-android-apps/
Poco has both Clean Master and Kika Keyboard (owned by Kika Tech) as default options. Not a good news for official rom users.:crying:
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Neither Clean master nor Kika keyboard were pre-installed in Global Stable ROM 10.0.6.0, the pre-installed keyboard is Gboard by Google.
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OsGhaly said:
Neither Clean master nor Kika keyboard were pre-installed in Global Stable ROM 10.0.6.0, the pre-installed keyboard is Gboard by Google.
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yes they are. It will not show in apps but its hidden in settings. the cleaner definitions are from clean master and you can see the kika keyboard in additional settings> languages & input.

josinpaul said:
yes they are. It will not show in apps but its hidden in settings. the cleaner definitions are from clean master and you can see the kika keyboard in additional settings> languages & input.
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Not sure about the cleaner but I assure you there's no kika keyboard installed in language & input, only Gboard by Google
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Kika was there when I clean installed 10.0.06. Removed it through Titanium

dafreaking said:
Kika was there when I clean installed 10.0.06. Removed it through Titanium
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Guys, Just for your info....kika keyboard will be available only in Global but not in EU.
EU rom only has Gboard.
Thanks
sssyraj
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OsGhaly said:
Not sure about the cleaner but I assure you there's no kika keyboard installed in language & input, only Gboard by Google
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Hope you are from EU rom. The signature mentions it..

sssyraj said:
Guys, Just for your info....kika keyboard will be available only in Global but not in EU.
EU rom only has Gboard.
Thanks
sssyraj
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Hope you are from EU rom. The signature mentions it..
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Actually I am on Global Stable 10.0.6.0 Stock ROM and I didn't remove any system app or even root my phone.. As you can see in attached screenshot I have Gboard pre-installed.. I also installed swiftkey and Xperia keyboard later to solve touch issue and typing delay on Gboard

OsGhaly said:
Actually I am on Global Stable 10.0.6.0 Stock ROM and I didn't remove any system app or even root my phone.. As you can see in attached screenshot I have Gboard pre-installed.. I also installed swiftkey and Xperia keyboard later to solve touch issue and typing delay on Gboard
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Super, it's might be my bad. The name Pocophone F1 comes as model number for EU rom. May be it's region specific...
Thanks

sssyraj said:
Super, it's might be my bad. The name Pocophone F1 comes as model number for EU rom. May be it's region specific...
Thanks
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You are more than welcome dear
@josinpaul As for the cleaner; it's part of Xiaomi's security app, so no worries here I think
MIUI Security app got a UI overhaul in July, to recall MIUI security app offers an inbuilt Cache Cleaner, Security Scan, Game Speed Booster, App Lock, and Blocklist to provide a secure and fluid experience.
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Global here. Nothing about these apps.

for anyone that likes to use quickpic - as i do - then there's a modded, safe version here

reg66 said:
for anyone that likes to use quickpic - as i do - then there's a modded, safe version here
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this is not new.

NOSTALGIA said:
this is not new.
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I wasn't claiming it is. I was simply saying it's an alternative that's safer ?

A few years ago, for whatever reason I had installed a Cheetah app on my old rooted S3 off the Play Store...can't remember which app though.
I uninstalled it days later. The next day i got bored and started exploring folders with Ghost Commander.
I came across several suspicious/unknown files. After doing a bit of digging, they were all related to Cheetah.
I can't remember the details, but I remember being surprised an uninstalled app would leave behind actual files dependent on each other.
I can understand maybe an empty folder but not that.

Thats why its called cheetah mobile

So can we trust QuickPic now for regular use?

parveshchaudhary said:
So can we trust QuickPic now for regular use?
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For quickpic I'd suggest using the app I mentioned a few posts back

It's depends on where you live, If you set on india you will get kika keyboard, I tested it myself.
Clean master is literally deep built-in in miui security app as you can see here. http://imgur.com/a/kTiFDOM

I remember reading kika somewhere on my Indian poco somewhere when I bought the phone. Dunno if it's still on the phone today.

EU ROM here,
only GBoard like someone said befor.
But this Cleaner App is still from Cheetah, can it be removed without root and breaking other things ?
What can i use instead?

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[APP] Analytix for Google Analytix(Trial/Paid)

Several weeks ago I've posted my new app in the market. It's called Analytix and it might be very useful for Google Analytics users. To my opinion, the current apps were not good enough so I decided to create a new one.
There is a pro version which costs €0.99 and a free trial version. There is no time limit for the trial. The trial misses some great features and the data requests are limited.
Especially for users of the Google Analytics for Android SDK there is a separate section so you can monitor all your 'pageviews' and events from this app.
The pro version offers a clean dashboard where you can directly see how your site is performing in relation to yesterday(by default). You can choose other timespans from the slidingdrawer.
There is a new chart section to view your data in a selected timespan.
Another unique feature is the social section where you can view filtered traffic which means that the data is filtered by referrals. The top 10 social sites from 2010 are used for filtering.
Besides these unique features, this app houses all the must-have Google Analytics features like Visits, Pageviews, Browsers etc.
Pro version:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dibbus.analytix
Trial version:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dibbus.analytix.trial
Awesome!
I must say, I'm deeply impressed by this great app. I was using another app for some time now but this app is better in any way.
Everything I was looking for is right in the place. Using favorites in combination with the login system is extremely powerful! Great job!
Is it possible to view adWords data? I can integrate adWords in my Google Analytics account. Would be awesome if that should work.
MartinSav said:
Is it possible to view adWords data? I can integrate adWords in my Google Analytics account. Would be awesome if that should work.
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Hi Martin, thanks for the response and great to hear that you like the app!
Regarding adWords, it is possible to add adWords to Analytix. I've to find out the most interesting numbers to include in the app. I'll have a look at the possibilities.
Do you have any idea of the information you would like to see?
New release
Just released a new version of Analytix. Now inlcuding a homescreen widget! Take a look at the first picature for explanation.
MartinSav said:
Is it possible to view adWords data? I can integrate adWords in my Google Analytics account. Would be awesome if that should work.
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@MartinSav,I've included adWords section also. You can view adViews clicks and adWords keywords information.
Version 9.0 of Analytix has just been released. Integrated Google Pagespeed section. Get an overview of all optimizations for your websites!
you can read all about this new feature on the Analytix blog:
http://analytix.mobi/
Analytix HD released
I've just released Analytix HD, an Honeycomb optimized version of Analytix.
I've received lots of request to make it Honeycomb compatible. So the interface has been rebuild completely using Honeycomb elements like the action bar, tabs etc.
I've tried to use the bigger screen to create more visual elements like charts.
The possibilities are the same as on the mobile version.
The url of the app:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dibbus.analytixHD
I have to pay separately for honeycomb version? Not cool... I'd be happy to pay the 2e if it'd include the phone pro too.
Leafhill said:
I have to pay separately for honeycomb version? Not cool... I'd be happy to pay the 2e if it'd include the phone pro too.
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Please contact me if you have bought the HD version. I will refund the payment of the first app. The Honeycomb version is just completely rebuild. it's impossible to create a single version for the app.
So, if you have bought the mobile app and after that the HD version, contact me and tell me your what's your e-mail address so I can check it and refund the first app!
The app is AMAZING, he's an awesome dev. You guys should buy both versions like I did to support him
He's always on top of things and making sure the customer is happy about the purchase
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The app does seem pretty good. I have the trial for a few days until my new card comes through from the bank... thanks for the app, works perfectly on HTC desire..
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mattmanwrx said:
The app does seem pretty good. I have the trial for a few days until my new card comes through from the bank... thanks for the app, works perfectly on HTC desire..
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Thank you! If you like the free version you will certainly love the pro version!!
If you have any suggestions of requests, feel free to contact me.
Regards
Folkert
I just purchased the full version... it is too good. Anyone who has the trial version, do not hesitate to spend the very little amount on the full app. Brilliant...!
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Wow, what a compliment!!! Thank you very much. I'm glad you like the app!
I can't get passed the Authenticate Application part. It opens the browser to my Google Accounts page. I click "Grant Access" then it goes to an error page that shows " You do not have permission to open this page. " followed by the url...
HELP!
GchildT said:
I can't get passed the Authenticate Application part. It opens the browser to my Google Accounts page. I click "Grant Access" then it goes to an error page that shows " You do not have permission to open this page. " followed by the url...
HELP!
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Are you signed into your analytics account on the web browser? It was easy for me, I clicked grant access and it worked straight away.
Maybe an option to tick remember me when signing in to Google on browser?
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mattmanwrx said:
Are you signed into your analytics account on the web browser? It was easy for me, I clicked grant access and it worked straight away.
Maybe an option to tick remember me when signing in to Google on browser?
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA App
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Thank You, but i figured it out. I removed the stock android browser... on my Rom. Apparently it has a problem authenticating through my MirenBrowser configuration. i just put the stock Browser.apk back on my device and it work fine.
Again, Thanks for the help.
Folkert said:
Thank you! If you like the free version you will certainly love the pro version!!
If you have any suggestions of requests, feel free to contact me.
Regards
Folkert
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Hi Folkert,
I have a problem with the widgert not updating. I have the it set to update every 4 hours, however, it sometimes fails, and then just sits there not updating at all. Please attached the screen shot of the widget on my phone, and me holding the status bar showing the date and time!
Hopefully you have time to look into this.
Many thanks, Matt
Hi Folkert,
very nice work. Is there a possibility to use multiple Accounts ?
Thanks for this nice app.
Greetings from Germany, Goetz
Google Analytix allows you to use multiple accounts. The app will handle just a single GA account.
Right now I've almost finished the newest release which is using Google Account Manager for authentication. This will ease the authentication process and allows the user to use multiple accounts within the app. I hope to release this version this week/weekend.

Does android devices need an antivirus?

As topic =)
omnia1994 said:
As topic =)
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I will not say no, but I haven't seen or had a real life demonstration where an Android AV software stopped or prevented anything on any device (Xoom included).
I personally don't have one loaded on any of my Android devices but I would say this. For phones / tables I prefer firewall software than AV.
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I would have to say yes. I recently attended a corporate day at Symantec and one of the things they demonstrated to us was how an Android phone becomes infected. The using a laptop they were able to extract personal info and sent txt messages and make calls.
So for me having seen that I would say yes especially if you side load apps using alternative markets.
Funny thing about that...
The sandboxing of the Java processes means that there's no escalation of privilege possible.
There are no viruses on Android in the sense that arbitrary code can be run, or infect the bytecode of other apps.
However, there are malicious apps which can be spotted by their permissions.
Don't use alternative markets. Pay attention to what you install, read permissions, read about the developers. Turn off unknown sources when not installing something from a trusted source. Those are the best security practices.
The "antivirus" apps for Android add very little real security on top of this, but they do slow down your device to make you feel safer.
stiflingcobra said:
I would have to say yes. I recently attended a corporate day at Symantec and one of the things they demonstrated to us was how an Android phone becomes infected. The using a laptop they were able to extract personal info and sent txt messages and make calls.
So for me having seen that I would say yes especially if you side load apps using alternative markets.
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Your correct about the permissions. The demo we had was an app that had had extra code added and was uploaded onto the market. The demo then showed both apps with the same icons etc but the permissions on the rogue app were nearly 3 times what the legit app required.
The game still ran when you installed it but in the background it was running other daemons giving the hacker the control. One of the big give aways was the ability to send txt messages. No game should need this.
So yes you do have to be vigilant but extra protection is always better if you don't mind having Antivirus software installed...
In my experience all that is really needed is a well configured firewall, pay attention to permission list before the app installation and to obviously avoid unofficial app markets.
The next thing to consider is what web browser you use. There are tons of options out there to choose and not all of them, actually most, don't offer modern features like anti-fishing and popup denial protection.
The best practice will always be prevention, and some android av programs do better than most.
If you are so inclined to have one, my recommendation would be for eset mobile security. I use their av on all my windows machines and haven't had a major issue at all.
Sent from my XT910-Rogers using XDA Premium.
As long as your brain works when reading the permissions (i.e. "why does a wallpaper need to send SMSs?"), then no, an AV isn't necessary.
Unfortunately, a lot of android users don't see to do this, hence hte mass media panic about android viruses.
stiflingcobra said:
Your correct about the permissions. The demo we had was an app that had had extra code added and was uploaded onto the market. The demo then showed both apps with the same icons etc but the permissions on the rogue app were nearly 3 times what the legit app required.
The game still ran when you installed it but in the background it was running other daemons giving the hacker the control. One of the big give aways was the ability to send txt messages. No game should need this.
So yes you do have to be vigilant but extra protection is always better if you don't mind having Antivirus software installed...
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That's why I recommended a firewall over an AV software, when I comes to Android at least it makes more sense to me to protect the flow of information then to waist CPU cycles on scanning for viruses.
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megabiteg said:
That's why I recommended a firewall over an AV software, when I comes to Android at least it makes more sense to me to protect the flow of information then to waist CPU cycles on scanning for viruses.
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Good point. I recently un-installed my anti-virus (was using Avast) because it was really slowing down app installation and updating.
omnia1994 said:
As topic =)
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Yes android devices need antivirus because when you download apps or games from unknown parties aka third parties they mostly have virus or spyware so we need a antivirus which can scan files while downloading and if they have virus or spyware it would stop them if u ask me which av i m using i would recommend Appriva could antivirus reasons its available on play store and its free doesn't use much memory fast and reliable
popularmechanics.com/technology/how-to/computer-security/you-should-put-antivirus-software-on-your-phone-14886208
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[APP 2.3+] 3C Toolbox (aka Android Tuner)

Dear users,
Considering all 3C apps are now based on the same source code, they all behave the same way, and will exhibit the same issues. Any queries will also likely applies to all apps.
To make my life easier while continuing to provide support here (and start with a clean slate), I decided to close all my app threads and open a fresh new thread here.
With your continuous help and support, the past 4 years have been a great adventure and experience. Let's take a fresh start and continue this amazing adventure.
Thank you all!
*** See at the end of this post on how to get support for any issues ***
The most comprehensive toolbox to save battery, tweak, tune, backup, secure and monitor any Android devices running any ROMs, any kernels.
What is 3C Toolbox
Replaces 20+ apps easily worth 30€ for the price of a couple of beers!
NB: Starting with version 1.0.3, Android 2.2.x and 2.1.x are no longer supported. App supports Android 2.3 and above, including Android L preview.
Safest root app on Play Store: I run the app and all its features on at least 4 devices every day, and change 3 of them frequently for testing purposes. With about 250.000+ actual users, it's pretty safe to assume the app is very safe. App can create a reset package to disable all system tweak features from CWM/TWRP at any time. App has automatic fallback in case of boot loops while re-configuring the CPU.
See signature for download links.
☺ App Features
☺ 3C Apps Feature Comparison
☺ More app screenshots
☺ Low CPU consumption, please check benchmarks
☺ Get started guide
☺ Online help
♦♦ Unique features not available elsewhere ♦♦
◊ Track your ROM, kernel and battery performance (%/h or mA, screen on or standby)
◊ Battery milli-amp (mA), mW and %/h consumption reporting
◊ Automatic backup of installed and updated applications
◊ Highly configurable graphical monitoring widgets
◊ Advanced script editor
♦♦ Unique features not available elsewhere (root required) ♦♦
◊ Clean and safe reboots, without data loss
◊ Turn on/off APN, BT discovery, tethering, GPS & WiFi Localization
◊ Logcat reader for Android JellyBean 4.1.x
◊ Easiest Link2SD / App2SD capabilities ever
◊ More about permissions requested
◊ Issues with CPU temperature or battery current mA or capacity mAh?
Please explain this in a support request from app settings, help and support so we can provide the appropriate option to use in 'mA retrieval method' of battery / monitoring settings and add out-of-the-box support for your device. All necessary information is provided in the request's attachments.
◊ How to get support for any other issues
Please send a support request from app settings, help and support. You need to clearly explain your issue, attach any relevant screenshots showing where and how the issue occurs. I will not provide any support here.
All I ask is to provide reasonable details for me to be able to help, empty requests are mostly trashed, I keep one requests per device for the sake of a possible source of information for how the app supports things, to possibly fix things too or compare between variants of the same device.
For example a support request contain the following (you can check the content before sending it!),
all discovered SD cards, very useful for any related issues, including the mentioned read cache stuff.
app installation path and configuration, for xposed, battery, cpu, tweaks, apps or task managers problems.
battery history and configuration for any battery problems.
CPU configuration for CPU problems, including thermal, mp, voltage, etc
The idea is that you explain the observed issue, possibly add a screenshot so that I know exactly where to look for (app has 100+ screens and sometimes words don't mean the same for you and me), and there I can really do a good job at helping you.
PS: And so you know, I hate liars, insults, disrespect and myself. So please try to avoid those when requesting support.
Actually if you want support, posting the whole support request content, the screenshot and details here should be ok. Doing otherwise, I'll either ignore you completely or send you elsewhere very quickly, you want to leave me a one star rating, so be it: developing is my passion and I love it, you want my help, do it the right way or don't at all. I don't develop for stars, I develop for fun.
Attention !!!! Installs an apk to /system/ dosnt know what it does !!! Apk is there when uninstalled too !!!!
Will the users of BMW pro and system tuner pro get a discount or count this as an upgrade?
Amazing! Downloading now.
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Hi 3c,
Not a bad idea to make an "all in one", just need to see about memory, battery and CPU usage... but I am pretty confident about that
No more update for System Tuner pro?
In all cases I buy it! (although slightly damage the impressive increase in the price ).
Thanks and congratulations for your new app
DJxSpeedy said:
Attention !!!! Installs an apk to /system/ dosnt know what it does !!! Apk is there when uninstalled too !!!!
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I've updated the first post with more information about that. Will publish an updated APK to ask user permission before installing it within the next hour.
EDIT: Didn't expected you guys to be so quick while I finalize the publishing of all required information.
By the way, the uninstall process can't uninstall other stuff, but as a rooted device, you should have no problem getting rid of this APK.
Please try the new APK published a minute ago (available in a couple of hours) that will allow you to refuse the APK installation.
dirtyreturn said:
Will the users of BMW pro and system tuner pro get a discount or count this as an upgrade?
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Yes, just contact me with the order lists (bmw, system tuner and the new android tuner) and I'll refund old apps. This is the migration plan I'm working on.
EDIT: As of December 20th, 2013, direct refunds on Play Store are no longer possible. This was the only available way to offer discounts in a decent way. PayPal was an alternative available until February 2014, but it was abandonned because of the complexity, 30+% extra fees and the lack of global support (some countries could not receive refunds).
viking37 said:
Hi 3c,
Not a bad idea to make an "all in one", just need to see about memory, battery and CPU usage... but I am pretty confident about that
No more update for System Tuner pro?
In all cases I buy it! (although slightly damage the impressive increase in the price ).
Thanks and congratulations for your new app
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Yes, high price for now to avoid users who just try any apps and put comments after a few minutes of testing. And also to be able to offer discounts by refunding old apps paid version.
Nevertheless there will be updates on existing apps (not everyone wants an all in one app) with existing improvements, except features that require additional permissions.
Do you think youll ever add ability to spoof app permissions? And let user input the value... This would be an ultimate feature!
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NicholasQ said:
Do you think youll ever add ability to spoof app permissions? And let user input the value... This would be an ultimate feature!
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I'm looking into this actually, along with a smart "renicer", but both requires hacking Android or every APK to monitor and it turns out to be very complex.
There's 3 existing solutions on Market today:
- Hacking of Android class loader, as done by LBE Security app.
- Hacking of APK installed, as done by SRT Guard
- Patching the ROM like PDroid does.
They all have their advantages and problems, but the APK hacking seems the best option to go for as it results in a more stable experience, not as dependent on Android version as the 2 others and probably less disruptive as LBE can be when it messes up one's device. But then I'm not sure an APK can actually be installed properly
That said, I'm still looking into the first solution hacking app loading directly.
3c said:
I've updated the first post with more information about that. Will publish an updated APK to ask user permission before installing it within the next hour.
EDIT: Didn't expected you guys to be so quick while I finalize the publishing of all required information.
By the way, the uninstall process can't uninstall other stuff, but as a rooted device, you should have no problem getting rid of this APK.
Please try the new APK published a minute ago (available in a couple of hours) that will allow you to refuse the APK installation.
Yes, just contact me with the order lists (bmw, system tuner and the new android tuner) and I'll refund old apps. This is the migration plan I'm working on.
Yes, high price for now to avoid users who just try any apps and put comments after a few minutes of testing. And also to be able to offer discounts by refunding old apps paid version.
Nevertheless there will be updates on existing apps (not everyone wants an all in one app) with existing improvements, except features that require additional permissions.
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We are Quick we are fast...we are xda !
DJxSpeedy said:
We are Quick we are fast...we are xda !
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Not at removing bad comment on Market though
So i take it you find this app extremely bad to rate it one star, right?
yes iam that i dosnt have it installed atm.. but one is good that you are here.. i have another bug for you
why does it make an backup of build.prop when i change nothing at it ?
DJxSpeedy said:
yes iam that i dosnt have it installed atm.. but one is good that you are here.. i have another bug for you
why does it make an backup of build.prop when i change nothing at it ?
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So far you didn't find any bugs.
changed my play store entry about it
Is this [really] compatible with gingerbread? It lags, 'freezes' on screen and I have to long click the home button. I am using a sensation 4g 2.3.4. I'll get a logcat if you will find that that will help.
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changed my play store entry about it
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Thanks, appreciated. I'm sure your new entry will be more useful to new users.
So I still hope you can enjoy my new app and report any of your findings, directly here or best is using the 'support request' from the app settings, it provides a lot of useful information for debugging
dirtyreturn said:
Is this [really] compatible with gingerbread? It lags, 'freezes' on screen and I have to long click the home button. I am using a sensation 4g 2.3.4. I'll get a logcat if you will find that that will help.
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Yes it is compatible. When did it lag? After requesting to install the system app or at some other times?
When lagging, the OS usually creates a file in /data/anr/traces.txt. If you experience a new lag, you can send it to me, possibly using the support request feature in the app settings. You can then attach a file to the newly created email.
When it comes to lags (or ANRs for that matter), logcat is useless. It only mentions a reference to the traces.txt file
3c said:
Yes it is compatible. When did it lag? After requesting to install the system app or at some other times?
When lagging, the OS usually creates a file in /data/anr/traces.txt. If you experience a new lag, you can send it to me, possibly using the support request feature in the app settings. You can then attach a file to the newly created email.
When it comes to lags (or ANRs for that matter), logcat is useless. It only mentions a reference to the traces.txt file
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To me (if I'm wrong it's all user error) the system apk it was requesting to install (it appeared to me) was for ics/jb, so I refused the install. Your app kept requesting to install the extras. After a little thought - is the extra apk mandatory? No intention to cause any concern if what I'm experiencing is nonsense. I have not rated your app on the play store.
It lagged randomly.
dirtyreturn said:
To me (if I'm wrong it's all user error) the system apk it was requesting to install (it appeared to me) was for ics/jb, so I refused the install. Your app kept requesting to install the extras. After a little thought - is the extra apk mandatory? No intention to cause any concern if what I'm experiencing is nonsense. I have not rated your app on the play store.
It lagged randomly.
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The extra APK is now only for specific toggles as I manage to find a different work around for the JB logcat issue. Those toggles include the APN (mobile data), background data (this one's obsolete), debug mode, unknown sources, gps and wifi localization. The 1 useful toggles is for GPS though.
Until you press 'do not ask again', the app would continue to request the APK installation ;(
As for the lags you're experiencing that seems like a bug. Have you found any trace.txt in /data/anr directory by any chance?
It's just fair to be concerned with things like that, I can understand. But installing an app requesting 35 permissions, then granting root access to that app and then being scared about a 40Kb APK being installed on /system folder is quite funny actually.
If I may make this comparison, it's like letting a heavily armed man (the 35 permissions+root) in your home and then being worried being he is hiding a wallet (the 40Kb apk) in your home!
Anyway, bad comments always call for improvements
3c said:
The extra APK is now only for specific toggles as I manage to find a different work around for the JB logcat issue. Those toggles include the APN (mobile data), background data (this one's obsolete), debug mode, unknown sources, gps and wifi localization. The 1 useful toggles is for GPS though.
Until you press 'do not ask again', the app would continue to request the APK installation ;(
As for the lags you're experiencing that seems like a bug. Have you found any trace.txt in /data/anr directory by any chance?
It's just fair to be concerned with things like that, I can understand. But installing an app requesting 35 permissions, then granting root access to that app and then being scared about a 40Kb APK being installed on /system folder is quite funny actually.
If I may make this comparison, it's like letting a heavily armed man (the 35 permissions+root) in your home and then being worried being he is hiding a wallet (the 40Kb apk) in your home!
Anyway, bad comments always call for improvements
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Seems permissions are about the same as some system apps. the taces.txt is up for you. Hope it does something helpful. Thanks for the app. I had sent a PM with the information about the purchases. I do not use google wallet.
Awesome news that you are working on user defined app permissions. I really hope you can find a good work around. And I do currently use SRT appguard in conjuction with Android Tuner and I did notice it seems to handle disabling app permissions pretty good. The only downside is that you won't get app updates from market but that's not a big deal to me. I think if you can get the spoofing action to work, a lot of people are going to want your app. There are plenty of times I haven't downloaded an app because I didn't like it's permissions. So being able to control them without breaking the app will be a dream come true.
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[APP][4.0.3+][2016/02/26 1.0.2036]Parallel Space - Multiple accounts

Parallel Space is a "container" app for Android devices, it creates a virtualized, isolated environment and allows other apps to running inside.
We have fixed all known battery drain issues in version 1.0.2036. If you still have abnormal battery drain problem, please kindly follow this thread, thanks!
Features
1. Have multiple social accounts online simultaneously on one device, like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, VK and even more.
2. Play two game accounts together to have more fun, like COC, COK and many other games.
3. Separate your work and personal apps and accounts.
4. (Future release) Have your little private space for your private apps and data.
5. More scenarios to be found.
Translation
As of 1.0.2036, Parallel Space has been translated to following languages: Arabic, Chinese Simplified, Dutch, English, Italian, Hindu, Spanish, Russian
Welcome to help us translating Parallel Space:
http://lbeapps.oneskyapp.com/collaboration/project?id=58381
Change log
2016/02/26 1.0.2036
1. Fixed issue with MediaStore API
2. Fixed a issue in 1.0.2033 which crashes Line.​
2016/02/25 1.0.2033
1.Fixed an issue which causes abnormal battery drain.
2.Fixed an issue with WhatsApp that can’t send location messages
3.Fixed a problem of wrong page jumps when click shortcut
4.Fixed a problem that causes request permission dialog keep appearing on Android 6.0
5.Fixed several crash issues with Alipay, QQ mail, Renren, COC chinese version on certain Android phones.​
2016/02/19 1.0.2002
1. Added translation: Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Arabic, Hindi and Russian
2. Removed "Facebook+" and "Instagram+" icon on apps drawer.
3. Fixed issues with WhatsApp (can't change profile photo, chat wallpaper, etc)
4. Better support for 64bit Google Play Services and system apps.
5. Fixed a issue which causes abnormal battery drain.
6. Experimental support for Intel based Android devices (Asus Zenfone series, etc).​
2016/02/05 1.0.1963
Initial release​
Zenfone users: we have temporarily removed Zenfone and other Intel based Android devices from supported devices in Google Play due to poor reviews. We will not make Parallel Space available to Intel based Android devices in Google Play until x86 support is complete. During this time, the only option to try Parallel Space is to download and install attached APK directly. Sorry for inconvenience.
FAQ
1. How many apps does Parallel Space support?
Most apps in Play Store should work within Parallel Space.
Some system apps may not work since they require permissions not available to Parallel Space.
2. ROOT?
No.
3. Does it modify or repack app?
No, what we did is created something like QEMU user mode, which is a virtualized environment. Apps running inside are completely untouched.
4. Which device does it support?
Android 4.0.3+
ARM based devices are fully supported.
Since 1.0.2002, we have added experimental x86 support. It's incomplete for now so some apps may not work properly.
5. So many permissions!
Parallel Space delegates all permission requests from apps running inside. In order to make sure apps running inside not crash due to insufficient permission, Parallel Space has to request as many permissions as possible.
6. Huge memory/battery/network consumption
Same as above. Memory, battery, network are used by apps running inside, not Parallel Space itself, just relax and enjoy.
7. I have concern about my privacy
We promise we will NEVER touch anything private inside Parallel Space.
You can find it from Google Play:
Or download directly from the attachment below.
Thank you and hope you will like it!
@wesome
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Now I can segregate my work and personal stuff!
Would be nice to have more control over notifications for the parallel app. Like do not disturb hours etc... That was I can turn off work notifications when I don't want them etc. Cool app
AndroidSlave said:
Would be nice to have more control over notifications for the parallel app. Like do not disturb hours etc... That was I can turn off work notifications when I don't want them etc. Cool app
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Happy that you like it! Notification management and private mode is already our top priorities, next major release will have these features implemented.
eoc said:
Happy that you like it! Notification management and private mode is already our top priorities, next major release will have these features implemented.
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So glad. I literally Carry around 2 cell phones. Once that stuff is implemented, I will be able to switch to 1 phone!
Well, using a parallel space with cloudmagic, after a while the parallel cloudmagic account will stop synching and no longer update.
Using this app on Oppo Find 7 with CRDroid 5.1.1 and my daughter is extremely pleased with its functionality. My HP TouchPad is at 4.4.4 until I get a new computer but I am very curious if there's even a rough idea on functionality with it. Incredible idea here and I'll be Greenifying it along with standard FB like normal but does this simply execute as a standard full app hanging out in RAM until active and on screen or differently?
Is this identical with LBE 平行空間?
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Do I need to do any preparation before I move my WeChat from other mobile phone to my work phone? I need to have previous conversation on my work phone. Thanks!
ScottXe said:
Is this identical with LBE 平行空間?
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Do I need to do any preparation before I move my WeChat from other mobile phone to my work phone? I need to have previous conversation on my work phone. Thanks!
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I just installed Parallel Space onto my LG 4G dual sim phone and then successfully added WeChat 6.3.13 in Parallel Space. It works like a charm. Before that, I backed up my chat history to the server from my Windows phone. I tried to restore the chat history but found no Restore Chat History under Settings. Can someone guide me to restore the data from the server. According to backup procedure, I have to restore the backed up data in 7 days. Your help is appreciated!
I did not succed setting up whastapp, I don´t know if it is a problem of whatsapp or parallel, but stays on verfication. I left it more than ten minutes.
Did you tested with whatsapp?
Regards
Edit: Its consuming a lot of battery, it does not allow the phine to go to deep sleep. Samsung J5 Lollipop 5.1.1
AndroidSlave said:
Well, using a parallel space with cloudmagic, after a while the parallel cloudmagic account will stop synching and no longer update.
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Happy lunar new year and sorry for this late reply. CloudMagic uses ContentService for database synchronization which was not yet implemented in Parallel Space.
Will have it implemented in future.
Gborg3 said:
Using this app on Oppo Find 7 with CRDroid 5.1.1 and my daughter is extremely pleased with its functionality. My HP TouchPad is at 4.4.4 until I get a new computer but I am very curious if there's even a rough idea on functionality with it. Incredible idea here and I'll be Greenifying it along with standard FB like normal but does this simply execute as a standard full app hanging out in RAM until active and on screen or differently?
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Happy lunar new year! sorry for this late reply. parallel space hosts all apps running inside, if you want some app to keep running on background, please do not stop parallel space itself, otherwise you can safely greenify it.
ScottXe said:
I just installed Parallel Space onto my LG 4G dual sim phone and then successfully added WeChat 6.3.13 in Parallel Space. It works like a charm. Before that, I backed up my chat history to the server from my Windows phone. I tried to restore the chat history but found no Restore Chat History under Settings. Can someone guide me to restore the data from the server. According to backup procedure, I have to restore the backed up data in 7 days. Your help is appreciated!
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yes it's the same app, but for users outside china.
Chat history backup to/restore from server in WeChat seems long abandoned on Android version. However Android WeChat do support migrate chat history between phone directly. If that's available on Win phone, you can have a try.
javizap said:
I did not succed setting up whastapp, I don´t know if it is a problem of whatsapp or parallel, but stays on verfication. I left it more than ten minutes.
Did you tested with whatsapp?
Regards
Edit: Its consuming a lot of battery, it does not allow the phine to go to deep sleep. Samsung J5 Lollipop 5.1.1
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I can confirm WhatsApp runs with parallel space on One Plus One with CM 13 nightly build. The verification problem sounds more like a server problem or network problem on WhatsApp itself, not on parallel space.
For battery problem, are you living or travelling in county where access to google play has been restricted? (like in china) If so, the battery consumption is caused by google play running inside parallel space.
You're a lifesaver! This app is great!
eoc said:
yes it's the same app, but for users outside china.
Chat history backup to/restore from server in WeChat seems long abandoned on Android version. However Android WeChat do support migrate chat history between phone directly. If that's available on Win phone, you can have a try.
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Thanks for your confirmation!
If restore function in WeChat Android version is unavailable, can I get the history files from Windows phone and paste onto my Android phone. I found the the folder in Android phone but could not find it in Windows phone. They must be hided somewhere. Any guidance from experts! Much appreciated!
eoc said:
I can confirm WhatsApp runs with parallel space on One Plus One with CM 13 nightly build. The verification problem sounds more like a server problem or network problem on WhatsApp itself, not on parallel space.
For battery problem, are you living or travelling in county where access to google play has been restricted? (like in china) If so, the battery consumption is caused by google play running inside parallel space.
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About whatsapp, this it what I have. Whastapp verify and start ok on Knox Vault.
When I try the same thing on parallel, whatsapp pass verification, but never ends initialization, it stays on that and keeps CPU on 100% eating the baterry in an hour.
Playstore in parallel installs and opens ok.
I had to uninstall it because after three restarts an battery recharge I could not stop the fast battery consume.
Anyway may be the problem is on my phone, but after I unistalled parallel everything is normal again.
Regards,
i like the idea of it , definitely gonna try it .
Is the App similar to a virtual image on PC?
Can I assume the same in terms of sandboxing and resource separation between host and client (here host and parallel space)?
Oh this is wonderful. Great idea.

(Potential) Malware found on Elephone S3 right out of box?

Hi guys
I recently purchased a Elephone S3 from Everbuying.com. I heard people talking about how notorious these Chinese phones are having malware installed on them, so I decided to give the malware check a go and use about 10+ popular Malware detection apps (Avast, Kaspersky, Avira, Trojan Killer, you name it) currently available on Play Store.
Out of all those, excluding warnings that doesn't really matter in this regards (Malware specific), the below two apps gave me those respective warning results.
I have done some research, but i don't think I found any relevant info in this regards. So, for all the guru out there, the question is obvious, should I be worried about these "non-deletable" apps (if not rooted)? If they ARE malicious, can I be worried free by turning off ALL permissions for the apps and in some case, disable the app (I can disable the Beauty Center, not ELE Launcher).
Thanks to you all for any input!
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
App - Beauty Center
Message - Android/PUP.Riskware.Cooee.a
App - ELE Launcher
Message - Android/PUP.Riskware.Cooee.H
Stubborn Trojan Killer
App - Beauty Center
Message - General Trojan
App - ELE Launcher
Message - General Trojan
bagachin said:
Hi guys
I recently purchased a Elephone S3 from Everbuying.com. I heard people talking about how notorious these Chinese phones are having malware installed on them, so I decided to give the malware check a go and use about 10+ popular Malware detection apps (Avast, Kaspersky, Avira, Trojan Killer, you name it) currently available on Play Store.
Out of all those, excluding warnings that doesn't really matter in this regards (Malware specific), the below two apps gave me those respective warning results.
I have done some research, but i don't think I found any relevant info in this regards. So, for all the guru out there, the question is obvious, should I be worried about these "non-deletable" apps (if not rooted)? If they ARE malicious, can I be worried free by turning off ALL permissions for the apps and in some case, disable the app (I can disable the Beauty Center, not ELE Launcher).
Thanks to you all for any input!
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
App - Beauty Center
Message - Android/PUP.Riskware.Cooee.a
App - ELE Launcher
Message - Android/PUP.Riskware.Cooee.H
Stubborn Trojan Killer
App - Beauty Center
Message - General Trojan
App - ELE Launcher
Message - General Trojan
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go ahead and disable Beauty Center, as far as ELE Launcher, that seems legit. But if you don't like it, just replace it with something like Nova Launcher.
mattzeller said:
go ahead and disable Beauty Center, as far as ELE Launcher, that seems legit. But if you don't like it, just replace it with something like Nova Launcher.
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Hi mattzeller, thanks heaps for the info! This might not be a good question, but just for my information, generally speaking, is there a way to distinguish between a real harmful malware (actively stealing personal info) and an app that has more access and integration to the phone's OS than others by looking at the information provided? In other words, is there any obvious give away sign?
Thanks again for the help!
bagachin said:
Hi mattzeller, thanks heaps for the info! This might not be a good question, but just for my information, generally speaking, is there a way to distinguish between a real harmful malware (actively stealing personal info) and an app that has more access and integration to the phone's OS than others by looking at the information provided? In other words, is there any obvious give away sign?
Thanks again for the help!
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Well look at reviews of the app, see if it is installing other apps without your consent, or constantly nagging you to download other apps. Generally 99.99% of apps on Google play are safe. Occasionally some crapware gets on there, but if you take a look at its rating and reviews (not just the highlights) you should be good.
Sent from my SCH-R220
bagachin said:
Hi mattzeller, thanks heaps for the info! This might not be a good question, but just for my information, generally speaking, is there a way to distinguish between a real harmful malware (actively stealing personal info) and an app that has more access and integration to the phone's OS than others by looking at the information provided? In other words, is there any obvious give away sign?
Thanks again for the help!
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Always check the apps permissions. I absolutely refuse to install an app that has permissions that it shouldn't be using. However, if the app you're about to download needs permissions related to the app features, that's OK with me.
I see so many Play Store apps that are just total spyware in my book. Flashlight apps are a good example of this. There is zero reasons a flashlight app needs to read my contacts or a data connection. Just be mindful of reviews and permissions and you'll be OK.
KernelCorn said:
Always check the apps permissions. I absolutely refuse to install an app that has permissions that it shouldn't be using. However, if the app you're about to download needs permissions related to the app features, that's OK with me.
I see so many Play Store apps that are just total spyware in my book. Flashlight apps are a good example of this. There is zero reasons a flashlight app needs to read my contacts or a data connection. Just be mindful of reviews and permissions and you'll be OK.
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I don't worry about apps with excessive permissions, I just revoke the permissions I don't like.
Sent from my SCH-R220
mattzeller said:
I don't worry about apps with excessive permissions, I just revoke the permissions I don't like.
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That's the best way to do it.
I do the same thing, but I see lots of people posting here that aren't too tech savvy. For them be mindful of what you download.
mattzeller said:
Well look at reviews of the app, see if it is installing other apps without your consent, or constantly nagging you to download other apps. Generally 99.99% of apps on Google play are safe. Occasionally some crapware gets on there, but if you take a look at its rating and reviews (not just the highlights) you should be good.
Sent from my SCH-R220
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Thanks for the advice. Yes, I am aware that common source/cause of malwares are side load apps and rooted device. So I am always fairly cautious about any apps i installed via non-play store source. However, these two caught apk are installed right out of box. That kinda annoys me. I don't jump on the bandwagon and say Chinese phones are infested with malwares and I believe a lot of the time people just over exaggerate and blow some minority out of proportion.
However, the truth is, this is the first Chinese phone I got and it came with two identified malwares. To be fair, it might not be particularly malicious, but it's enough to make me have second thought about my purchase....
KernelCorn said:
Always check the apps permissions. I absolutely refuse to install an app that has permissions that it shouldn't be using. However, if the app you're about to download needs permissions related to the app features, that's OK with me.
I see so many Play Store apps that are just total spyware in my book. Flashlight apps are a good example of this. There is zero reasons a flashlight app needs to read my contacts or a data connection. Just be mindful of reviews and permissions and you'll be OK.
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Thanks for the comment! Yes, I am quite careful about the app I get to choose to install, but I have little control over these apps that come pre-installed on these chinese phone and got detected as "malwares"
mattzeller said:
I don't worry about apps with excessive permissions, I just revoke the permissions I don't like.
Sent from my SCH-R220
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Yap, what I did for those two apps I mentioned are turning off all permissions access to them, disable app for the one I can and turn off background data access. Hopefully it will freeze them for good and stop them from playing naughty.
Just a question though, say I do all those above (e.g. switching off permission, force stopped etc), technically speaking, can a malware still be "active and do what they "meant" to do"? I meant after all, they are meant to do something "out of control" right?
bagachin said:
Yap, what I did for those two apps I mentioned are turning off all permissions access to them, disable app for the one I can and turn off background data access. Hopefully it will freeze them for good and stop them from playing naughty.
Just a question though, say I do all those above (e.g. switching off permission, force stopped etc), technically speaking, can a malware still be "active and do what they "meant" to do"? I meant after all, they are meant to do something "out of control" right?
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No, if you revoke the permission to view your contacts, it is the system that is blocking the apps ability to view your contacts.
Though I think you are being a little paranoid.
Everyone freaks out out all the permissions apps require, when the app actually never uses most of the permissions it asks for, at least not in the way you think. You wouldn't think the launcher needs permissions to access your contacts, but it does. How else is it going to allow you to make a call, or display an incoming all, or missed call/text badges.
I mean take a look at the litany of permissions Nova Launcher and TeslaUnread require, yet we all know the app is not malware. As long as you install from legitimate sources, you will be fine. Like I said in my first post, disable the Beauty app, the other is the Launcher. If you don't like it, install a different one.
Sent from my SCH-R220
Who would you rather have snoop in on your calls? China, or USA.. Because it is one or the other.. me personally, I will take the country in which I do not reside...
mattzeller said:
No, if you revoke the permission to view your contacts, it is the system that is blocking the apps ability to view your contacts.
Though I think you are being a little paranoid.
Everyone freaks out out all the permissions apps require, when the app actually never uses most of the permissions it asks for, at least not in the way you think. You wouldn't think the launcher needs permissions to access your contacts, but it does. How else is it going to allow you to make a call, or display an incoming all, or missed call/text badges.
I mean take a look at the litany of permissions Nova Launcher and TeslaUnread require, yet we all know the app is not malware. As long as you install from legitimate sources, you will be fine. Like I said in my first post, disable the Beauty app, the other is the Launcher. If you don't like it, install a different one.
Sent from my SCH-R220
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Unfortunately the way things are with the permissive Android system, we have to be a little paranoid. The built in system apps like launchers and permissions can't be disabled easily unless the user is technical enough to know about rooting using apps like xposed/xprivacy.

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