Team-BHP - Android Thread: Phones / Apps / Mods

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Originally Posted by WindRide (Post 2530089)

No one?
Basically i want to know if i can just download the latest maps and use it with the older ndrive app that's already licensed.

You can't do that. The easiest way is ti uninstall the 2010 version and install the latest one ie 2011 version. It's available on ipmart-forum

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Originally Posted by mayankk (Post 2530536)

can someone please start a non- SG android thread, please?
For us people who are using less proliferative brands.

nothing against samsung users, but man have you guys helped samsung's bottomline.
:)

the SGS2 is the best phone out there man...
Samsung has help us more than we have helped them.

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Originally Posted by S_U_N (Post 2530477)

To be honest, Android is the favorite platform for malware writers. 60% of all mobile malware is targeted towards Android (2011).

I attended a session conducted by the VP of McAfee US, a couple of days ago. He showed some examples of apps that seem very friendly, but in reality they steal your personal data and send off to servers in China etc.

One example, an app that gives you call recording feature. The app does that alright, but it saves those files and sends to a server in China. The recording app would be able to extract credit card information from your voice, and save those as text and then send them to the malware author. If you use IVR, then it would record what you have punched in and send that to the author.

The best part is the permissions that seem legitimate are more than enough for the app to steal and send information. So, just looking at the permissions will not give any clues to the true damage potential of the application.
He also showed some apps which can steal your contact details and send them off to someone.

Android is very popular and hence the best target!

More apps that you download translates to higher risk.

Very valid points. One should be always watchful while installing apps - very popular apps can be relatively safer, I always look at the ratings and feedback of an app before installing it. If I still have my doubts, I prevent that app from touching my EDGE or Wifi:

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You get added advantage that ads won't appear in them!

A little playing around with Brut has resulted in me having a big smile. This, after suffering the idiosyncracies of Ndrive. Bye bye ndrive, i will soon have you uninstalled. And to think you were the reason i bought LG O1.

Thanks a lot clevermax. Your help in getting a newbie like me upto speed with Brut is much appreciated!!

One question though - how do i add a way point while searching for directions from A to B; ie, directions for A to B via C.

Thanks much guys.

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Originally Posted by WindRide

Would you mind sharing me a link from where I can download the Brut maps?

I use Optimus One which runs on 2.3.3. :)

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Originally Posted by Klub Class (Post 2530857)

Would you mind sharing me a link from where I can download the Brut maps?

[APPMOD][07.11.10] Brut Google Maps 4.6.0.4686-brut17 - xda-developers

I used "maps4.6.0.4686-brut-renamed.apk" - probably the safest option among those listed there.

My device did act funny after installing brut (freezing multiple times,etc). But regained composure after uninstalling all Google Maps Updates. Now its a spring chicken :)

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Originally Posted by AbhiJ (Post 2530371)

Thanks for replying, and sorry for the ignorant answer I am about to give..

The firmware file was downloaded from samfirmware.com and had only one tar file. I just used that one file to upgrade though odin.

Does the radio have to be updated seperately? What should I do now?

My problem is exactly the same as this guys

I suggest you try again, reset your to factory setting and install it again. You could install the file from the below link, it's a single install file that can install through Odin.
Strongly suggest to go through the instructions first.

xda-developers - View Single Post - [ROM+Guide]Official i9100 Firmwares KG1/2/3/5/6/7, KH1/2/3/4, KI1/2/3/4 Download

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Originally Posted by AbhiJ (Post 2530371)

Thanks for replying, and sorry for the ignorant answer I am about to give..

Since you got a "single file" option, it is possible that "modem" (that is the radio firmware) file too was included in the upgrade.

As pointed out - clear the cache and do a factory reset after ROM upgrade.

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Flipkart has started taking pre-orders for another variant of original Galaxy S – Samsung Galaxy S Plus in India. Priced at INR 22,500, Galaxy S Plus is likely to go one sale starting next week.

Samsung Galaxy S Plus includes various features of positives of its predecessor along with several upgrades. It comes with a 1.4GHz Qualcomm processor, 4 inch Super AMOLED display, 5MP camera, VGA front cam, 512MB RAM, 1650 mAh battery and Android 2.3. As you can see processor and battery have got a boost.

With rumors of a possible launch of Galaxy R also in India soon, Samsung will have a lot of choices between 20K to 30K segment. It already rules entry-level devices with over five devices including Galaxy Y, which was launched today, priced under INR 15,000.

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Originally Posted by WindRide (Post 2530869)

Why V4.6 ? Try out Google Maps V5.10 !

Is there any way to revert back to the old Android Market? I'm not able to download the applications using the new android market! :Frustrati

I uninstalled the updates using the 'Applications' option under Settings. But, the android market gets updated on its own! :Frustrati

PS: I use an unrooted LG P500 running on 2.3.3.

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Originally Posted by normally_crazy (Post 2531379)

Why V4.6 ? Try out Google Maps V5.10 !

I'm yet to install the Brut Maps V4.6. Will you please provide me a link to a working V5.10?