How to Fix the Compile Issue and Fatal errors with Sense 4.0 ROM file

ICS brought many changes and development in the Google OS. This may frustrate many users because they need to modify and changes the FILE such APK and APK Manager. Sense 4 is the main cause for the compilation errors associated with file modification in APK tools and APK Manager.


The most three important files framework-res.apk, com.htc.resources.apk and systemui.apk  all create these errors 

Here is the fix

 1. Framework-res.apk

a) Since ICS apktool creates multiple plurals errors, but you can easily fix these by using a custom version of apktool. Now updated incl. latest smali baksmali properties for ICS (thx fernando)

Custom ICS apktool version - Download

b) if you get tag errors like these

anims.xml:3: error: Found tag anim where item is expected
layouts.xml:3: error: Found tag layout where item is expected
raws.xml:3: error: Found tag raw where item is expected

Replace all tags in layouts.xml in values folder with:

<item type="layout" at the front and </item> at the end


Replace all tags in anims.xml in values folder with:

<item type="anim" at the front and </item> at the end


Replace all tags in raw.xml in values folder with:

<item type="raw" at the front and </item> at the end


2. Systemui.apk

When trying to decompile systemui, you will get bad magic value errors. Solution is to decompile without classes, as long as you don`t need to edit smali code. Even if you need to do that, you can still decompile classes.dex separately with smali baksmali.

a) Use -s switch when decompiling to copy classes.dex instead of decompiling it

java -jar apktool.jar d -s systemui.apk systemui-decoded

b) If you are using apkmanager, you can just export classes.dex, then delete classes inside the apk. Then decompile, edit, compile and add classes.dex back when ready.

EDIT: with updated apktool version systemui now compiles fine incl. classes.dex


3. com.htc.resources.apk

Here you get nice layouts tag errors and public entry issues. Again there`s an easy fix for that.

a) Replace all tags in layouts.xml in values folder with:

<item type="layout" at the front and </item> at the end

PHP Code:

<resources>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_imageicon_text">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_imageicon_text</item>
    <item type="layout" name="pin_keyboard">@layout/zzzz_pin_keyboard</item>
    <item type="layout" name="zero_dummy_layout">@layout/alert_dialog</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_2text_2stamp">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_2text_2stamp</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_2text_bright">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_2text_bright</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_image_2text_image_bright">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_image_2text_image_bright</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_imageicon_2text_2stamp">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_imageicon_2text_2stamp</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_separator">@layout/zzzz_htc_list_item_separator</item>
    <item type="layout" name="htc_list_item_dlna_1">false</item>
</resources> 

b) Delete entry "zero_dummy_dimen" in public.xml - it will be created correctly again during compile

02:41 by Apps Developer · 0

Automated Root Method for HTC Evo 4G LTE

The HTC EVO 4G LTE will certinaly turn out to one of the favourite device with new releases and development continous with new root methos which is much easier then the solutions in place now.                          

It is an automated process just one click solution that will roots the phone, unlocks the bootloader from HTC development website and install a custom recovery process. everything in one go where other process require the user to unlock the bootloader by going into HTC website and mentioned required information etc.
With this application you need not to do anything and everything is automated with this

The following things need to be consider before you root the Device

• Verifies Device and Battery Level (Needs to be charged to at least 40% before running)
• Reboots to Bootloader and Gets Unlock Token
• Sends Token to HTCdev.com
• Retrieves Unlock_code.bin
• Unlocks Bootloader
• Flashes TWRP Recovery

Downloads 

RegawMOD EVO 4G LTE Rooter x86

RegawMOD EVO 4G LTE Rooter x64

03:14 by Apps Developer · 1

Samsung Galaxy S II Toolkit brings everything under one Roof - New Version

Samsung Galaxy S II Toolkit helps users do a multiple tasks including side-loading apk files, adding a custom recovery, achieving root installing kernels, side-loading apk files and so on. The feature list is quite comprehensive and includes:

-  In the beginning it will check the USB Drivers and if it is not installed it will download it from KIES and install them
- It also checks for USB debugging connection to ADB
- Only downloads the files for the mobile  you select
- It Guides you through installing CWM
- it helps you through Rooting your device
- it will guide you through Flashing a Custom ROM
- It recommend you the steps through which you can do Flashing back to STOCK
- Guides you through Reboots Recovery and Download
- Side Load APK’s
- Keeps track of your current phone, last flashed recovery, last flashed rom.

It is very unique feature that it has ability to keep track of what all the changes done with your device. It’s also interesting to measure just how much of a flashaholic you really are. The developer is also working to port the toolkit to all other SGS2 variants.

01:49 by Apps Developer · 0

How to update the iOS 86 theme on your device.

In order to download the theme you have to add a repo to cydia.  Since it is not available in repositories. Here we show you how to get theme up and running perfectly.

 Step 1: Open Cydia, go to Manage >> Edit >> Add, then add "http://repo.ithemes.it"to your device. It will warn that repo contains copyrighted works which by default don’t recommend but it is only the place where the theme is available as per my knowledge.

Step 2: Look for iOS 86 on Cydia and install it.

Step 3: In order to activate the theme one should have Winterboard on your idevice. If it is not available then you need to install it from Cydia. You have to head over to Winterboard and this will activate the theme and re-spring your iPhone device

Step 4: To complete the process we suggest you to download the white wallpaper to complete the look of theme, by default theme does not come with wallpaper.

That’s it you have done with the process of adding theme to your Idevice Home screen. if you need any further assistance please write to us. We are dedicated to help you

Disclaimer: This updated and theme will void the warranty on the device. Being owner of the device you complete discretion to following those steps and update your device and we are not responsible in case your Idevice works abruptly or have any issues with it.

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23:02 by Apps Developer · 0

How to back up SMS from iPhone to Computer.

IPhone is a leading mobile in the market from last couple of years and IPhone is built on an IOS and IOS making enhancement and adding new features in newer versions. Each version has adding value to iPhone and process is changing.  Now it is a challenge to new IPhone users to back up SMS data from IPhone to Computer.

This article is very much helpful to new IPhone users who are not aware of how to take SMS Back Up from IPhone on to computer. The “OmegaSpy” is an application which can back up your SMS from IPhone to computer. In addition to that, it is works as a spy and track all the information, where the IPhone located yesterday, last week and last month etc. this app silently records SMS, Calls, Contacts and app logs on the IPhone.

The following steps need to be followed to back up SMS from IPhone to Computer.

Step 1: If you have any Omega Target Icon in Cydia please uninstall old version.
Path: manager > packages tab Omega Target > modify > Uninstall.
If you have chosen “Hide Package forever” then you can’t see Omega target Icon so before you uninstall this app via site you need log into the website> settings>Remove Account>insert password to verify and click on uninstall the app remotely button > wait for uninstall process finish. Generally it takes 30 minutes time.

Step 2: Remove old source Omega Target in Cydia. Open Cydia > manager > Sources > Edit > tab Omega Backup > Delete > Wait for process finish.

Step 3: The user Guide has given in the following link. Just follow the instruction to add new Omega target application new version:  
http://omegaspy.com/view/userguide.aspx?lang=en-US

After installation process finished please log in to your omega target interface and then reboot the targeted IPhone

Happy SMS Back Up

03:41 by Apps Developer · 0

Samsung Galaxy S I9000 Bug - low storage warning though you have plenty of storage space

Are you an Android based Phone user?  Then you may notice silly and random bugs though not so serious but it often annoys you. One such bug associated with Samsung Galaxy S19000 is “Low storage Warning though your mobile has plenty of the storage Space”. It really annoys anybody for “No space left” message and  prevent you from  downloading new apps from Google play store.

This article deals with the devices which run on CyanogenMod. Here CM utilizes a small and Partition size is just 170MB but fast flash chip to store data in /datadata. For most of the users this is No big deal but the geeks who uses a lot of Apps, beware of the “low Notification” warning message which is Quite normal as the unwelcome guest.

Fix :
In 2903 datafix, only libraries ("lib" and "libs" subdirectories) stay on /data by default.
but you should choose which will store their cache in/Data and this is reversible if one of selected app becomes Laggy and rolled back their cache onto /datadata.

Steps to do : Make an android backup

1.     The Zip file needs to be grabbed and flashed it in recovery mode.

2.     At reboot, it is Obvious that datafix will revert it to previous one (if any one) and apply this one. So first boot in recovery mode takes 5 minutes more than “normal” boot.  

3.     This boot will also creates a "datafix" directory in /data/local with two files :

a.     Move_cache.txt

b.    Skip_apps.txt

4.     Just edit the first file (root needed) to add apps whose cache will go back to /data at next boot :

Code:

com.android.chrome

org.mozilla.firefox_beta

by making these changes you will put Google Chrome and Firefox Beta cache on /data and rest all others apps cache will go to /datadata.

By removing “FireFox cache” in the file and reboot and save the firefox cache on /datadata.

One has to add its name in "skip_apps.txt" file after installing & before rebooting the phone. In addition to it, if you eliminate the apps name from "skip_apps.txt" file list but libraries will be moved to /datadata at next reboot.

The following are the basic requirements to fix this

     

·         Samsung Galaxy S based phone GT-I9000, Vibrant, Fascinate, Captivate, etc.

·         CM based rom including CM7/9, MIUI and maybe ao(k)sp etc.

·         Kernel that supports init.d scripts latest CM9 nightly support it

·         Busybox installed

02:13 by Apps Developer · 0

ASUS Padfone Tablet – Amazing Attractive Android Device

The ASUS is planning to launch their trust worthy android devices like ASUS Padfone, Transformed Pad infinity and ASUS Pad 300. The ASUS Padfone tablet is a dock accessory for the Padfone. It is an unique device, do you know why? actually all the features of the tablet are not built into it but via Padfone it perform all the task.

The Padfone tablet specs and features

•        10.1 inches Display screen with 1280x800px resolutions
•            Front facing 1.3 Mega Pixel Camera
•         3.5mm  audio Head Jack
•    .     Micro USB
•   .     6600mh Capacity Battery
•   .     Memory: 16/32/64 GB
•          Supported Audio players -  MP3, WMV, 3GP, AAC, AAC+
•         Supported Video players -  MPEG4, H.264, H.263
•        Qualcomm GPS with AGPS
•     .   Standby Time: 373 Hours to 440 Hours.
•        Android v4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS

03:02 by Apps Developer · 0

Rugged Android Tablet PC - Rampage 6 Water Proof – Specs & Features

Whoever in the manufacturing Tablets and Mobiles are planning to build a waterproof and dust proof tablets and Mobiles. Toshiba is planning to launch the rugged Tablet PC named RAMPAGE 6 by the end of this year. This RAMPAGE 6 comes with Waterproof, SDG systems and Juniper systems. This device will be displayed in the Esri International user Conference in last week of July.

      

RAMPAGE 6 Tablet

Specification and Features of RAMPAGE 6

1.           5.7 inches display screen
2.         As this tablet is both water proof and dust proof so it comes with IP 7 and IP 5 certification.
3.        Tablet comes with the rugged proof body.
4.        Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system
5.         There are Free pre installed applications like  Google Talk,  Gmail, Picasa, Google Places, YouTube, Google browser, Google Navigation, Google Maps,  Google Latitude, Google + and other services.
6.      .  806 Mhz processor and includes 256 MB of RAM along with a flash memory of 4GB in total.
7.     .    It comes with sports SD card slot supporting up to 32 GB of storage via micro SD card and it has USB host, headphone jack, 9 pin connectors.
8.      .  Bluetooth connectivity to accept the Bluetooth tethered connections.
9.       . 3.2 mega pixel camera. 

03:48 by Apps Developer · 0

Download & Install Go Locker Themes for Android

Recently Go Locker has added few theme options in Android play by which you can change the theme at any time.  In this article you can see how to lock and unlock your android based smartphone via Go Locker theme.

Eiffel Tower Go Locker Theme - Android Application # 1 :

Eiffel tower Go Locker theme is as good as real Eiffel tower located in Paris. This theme rightly displays full length Eiffel tower with background picture. While you unlock your mobile screen is purely enlighten. The unlock buttong is at the bottom  and you need tap and drag from left to right to unlock the screen.

 

The features of Eiffel Tower Go Locker theme are –

·         Easy to use

·         Cool locker theme to make your phone outstanding

·         Security locker

·         Support customized wallpapers

·         Compatible with Go Launcher EX

·         Security locker

·         Emergency Locker enabled

·          

Eiffel Tower Go Locker Theme Download

Now you can easily download the Eiffel Tower Go Locker theme from Google play for free. You can also download the same from the following QR code application on your phone directly.

04:40 by Apps Developer · 0

HTC Sensation ICS Update Started Wifi Tethering – Android Application to Fix

New update includes lots of improvements and features on the existing version, in the same manner ICS Update to the HTC sensation user bought many features but it has also stopped Wi-Fi Tethering options, however thanks to the FoxFi app which re-activated Wi-Fi Hotspot to the HTC sensation users.

To use this application, it does not require neither any access point nor rooting access and it can support your internet plan as Wi-Fi Hotspot Utility. FixFi application is available in Android Play Store ( Download from here )

This app is excellent for the ICS Update to HTC sensational users easy download and install it with a change Log.

If you have any queries please feel free to write in the comments sections. we will try to help you with your queries.

06:09 by Apps Developer · 0

NTT DoCoMo Released an Android Update to the Galaxy Tab Plus SC-02D

NTT DoCoMo Introduction - NTT DoCoMo Corporation is a mobile network service providers in japan and its Trademark term is “ DoCoMo”. This company has entered into the Indian market by partnering with Tata Teleservices. The DoCoMo Stands for “Do Communications over the Mobile Network”.

Latest News

As a summer collection NTT DoCoMo is going to launch 19 Smartphones and Tablets within a month or two. In addition to that, NTT DoCoMo also released the Android software upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Tab plus SC 02D Tablet Device.

This software version update will be exclusively available to all the Users in Japan 17^th May 2012 onwards and it also released change Log which highlights the improvements and enhancements. This update will come with the built number HTJ85B.OMLD6 SC02DOMLD6.

There are two options through which this update is the available to the users in japan

1. Update via OTA

2. Update through Samsung KIES

Via OTA :

·         The users looking for this update should go to Settings > About Tablet > Software Update and then check for the updates..

·         Above steps connects your tablet to the Samsung server and file will be downloaded on to your Samsung Galaxy Tablet and approximate time to download this update is around 10 minutes.

·         Once download and installation completes then your tablet would be restarted automatically and in the next step the flashing would be done.

·         Finally, your tablet would be restarted with new version.

Through Samsung KIES

Instructions given below –

·         By using the USB Cable connect your Tablet to the Phone.

·         You should have the Samsung KIES pre-installed on your PC..

·         From Tools option select the Firmware upgrade

·          Next, you just need to follow the on screen instructions, with this you can successfully update it.

If you have any queries please mention them in the comments sections below and we will try to respond you at the earliest.

03:53 by Apps Developer · 0

Alarm Clock Ultra For Android Phone: More Than An Alarm Clock

There are many Alarm Apps in the Google play store but Alarm Clock Ultra for android is unique app which is distinctive from the rest of the apps in the play Store. The pleasing look and feel of the App adds an advantage in addition to the effective and functional stuff. The App is designed in such a way that it can cater to any need and wake you up with in a number of ways which will excite you, no matter whether you are in deep sleep or having trouble in waking up. It is the right means.

The app coded in a marvelous way that it can solve the puzzles and math problems to Snooze or dismiss with different degrees. This app offers number of widgets as compliment to your home screen which will have certain functionalities even without actually going into app. Alarm Clock Ultra has a Stopwatch which looks great.

The Alarm Clock Ultra can be preset for different boiling times and Cooking instructions with countdown timer and egg timer options. You can check out the QR Code to download this excellent Alarm Clock Ultra App.

At the end of this article we have given screen shots and video exclusive for our readers.   

If you have questions regarding this app please feel free to write us in the comments section. 

Download Link

02:31 by Apps Developer · 0

Procedure to Update Stable ICS 4.0.4 Firmware on Motorola Defy Plus

You have seen that Motorola defy users are enjoying the benefit of ICS 4.0.4 firmware, now the same benefits can also be enjoyed by Motorola Defy Plus users.  if you are on the rooted firmware then only you can apply for this Update.  There is no official firmware release and we don’t have any ETA on Official ICS Update. As mentioned above in this article, to apply this update one should root the device but when device is rooted the warranty will get void.  You can revoke the root access is by reapplying the Official Update. Here we are cross checking the pre requisites one should follow for installing this update.

Disclaimer: We are not responsible for any damage happened to your device in the process of following the instructions steps mentioned in this article. It’s very unlikely that there will be any issues however we will try to help you at our best.

Issues:
·         when switching between tabs  there is a possibility of Stock browser crashes

Working perfectly:
·         Phone
·         Camera
·         SMS
·         Multi boot( Need to flash multi boot mod of course)
·         Themes
·         HWA is enabled for all apps(build. prop hwui. whitelist set to 0)
·         ADB debugging should be disabled.

Stand Out Features:
·         Camera Panorama
·         Network Usage Stats
·         Face Detection
·         Chrome

Working but with bugs:
·         For most of the users flash player is now working in browser
·         Chrome can be made to work using chainfire3d
·         Air Twist (streaming through wi fi) of double twist player. Enabling it in wi fi disconnects internet.


Here is the screen shot of ICS 4.0.4 on Motorola Defy Plus

Pre Requisites:

·         Please back up all your data like SMS Data, Contacts, Call Logs, Songs Videos and Files in your Motorola Defy Plus because just in case if the data get corrupted or Lost then same can be restored with below given steps. Please be informed that Data backed up with the help of PC Suits  does not support by the Custom ROM firmwares..

SMS – Use “SMS Backup & Restore app”,
Contacts – Sync with the Gmail application,
Call Log - Call Log and Restore
Songs, Videos, Files – Copy to internal / External SD Card,
APN and MMS Settings – “Applications > Settings > Wireless and Network > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names”

·         It is advisable to disable all your anti-virus suits in your Device and Computer. There are chances that tends to interrupt the process of firmware update.

·         As matter of precaution the device charge level should be more than 60% so as to ensure that Defy Plus does not get turned off while in the process of firmware update.

·         Here is the path to enable the USB debugging on your device “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging”. Then USB Debugging option should be checked.

Steps to Update Motorola Defy+ with Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.4 Firmware:

·         Download Ice Cream Sandwich from Motorola Defy+ & Google Apps  on your computer.

·         Connect your Motorola Defy Plus to Computer. We are placing the two downloaded zip files in your Defy Plus SD Card. Make sure that you are not placing the file deep into the device or else device may get spoil.

·         To start in recovery mode you need to turn off the device. By Pressing and holding the Volume Down button the Motorola Defy Plus can be entered into the recovery mode and turn ON the device by pressing the Power button.

·         In the next step, select “install zip from sd card” > “choose zip from sd card” > Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.4 Firmware Package and press the Power button to confirm the same.

·         Once this update is successfully applied then the device either go back to recovery mode or you need to select “----- Go Back -----” and select the option of “reboot system now” for rebooting the phone.

Note: If the Motorola Defy plus get in Boot Loop mode then you need to take out the battery and reinsert the battery  and start over the whole process from the beginning so as to apply the firmware

Just in case If you have any questions regarding this please mention your comments in the comment section, we will try to respond at the earliest.

01:38 by Apps Developer · 0