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NAT for Sprint Nexus S “Portable Wi-Fi hotspot”

I am on a 2010 Macbook Air connected to the web over wifi tethering on my Sprint Nexus S. I want to be able to host a few files using MAMP, but it seems that Sprint is running a NAT. When I query ...
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Is bluetooth tethering slower than Wifi?

I'm tethering a Galaxy Nexus (running Android ICS) with my Macbook Pro (2009 model, running Lion). What's the difference between bluetooth and wifi tethering in terms of: latency bandwidth power ...
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How to add videos on the 2.0 Dropbox Android client?

I've been using Dropbox's Android client for a some time now, but just recently updated to version 2.0.1. On a previous version there was a menu item for "Add Item", which then had a secondary menu ...
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Where to find XP driver for “NATPC M7” android tablet

I have just purchased a NATPC M7 8GB 7" Google Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Tablet PC. If I look under "Model number" within Settings-phone status I see it says "MID_Serials". I have no idea how to ...
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Connect android to pc with tightVNC and androidVNC

I want to connect my Galaxy S2 to my pc using androidVNC (for the android) and tightVNC (for the PC), or any other combination of software to VNC. So far I have managed to port forward ports 5500, ...
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How do I clear out some information recorded in Google accounts? [migrated]

I have a phone that is running Android. I have several Gmail accounts setup on the phone, many of which belong to my family members who are computer illiterate while a couple of the accounts are my ...
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How can I run an iOS or Android app on my PC?

I've got a SWTOR account, and I'm interested in adding a security key to my account. Not because I'm particularly worried about my account being compromised, but because it allows access to a ...
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Android restore bootstrap nandroid backup after a failed rom flash [migrated]

I was trying to flash my Droid X2 to CM7, but it failed. Before I attempted the flash, I did a nandroid backup using an app called "system recovery" (MOTODX2_Bootstrap_signed.apk). I want to restore ...
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adb.exe not working in Windows 7 SP1

I need help in getting adb.exe to work. OS is Windows 7 SP1, with Comodo internet security suite. On executing adb start-server, I see adb.exe in my process list. And I did netstat before ...
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Motorola Photon - Easy Tether - Linux connecting them all

I recently got Ubuntu on my computer (more specifically Xubuntu and Kubuntu) and have been loving it except that it will not recognize my phone meaning when I plug it in, nothing happens. There are ...
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MP4 video from Android phone can't be played in Windows

I took a video on my Samsung Galaxy S2 (Android), it's about 3GB and it can be played on the phone. But after transferring it to the PC is does not play when opened with VLC, QuickTime, Windows Media ...
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Upgrade and Rooting Motorola Xoom Paths [migrated]

I have a UK Motorola Xoom, Wifi only version. It's currently running 3.0.1 and is rooted. I'd really like to upgrade to 3.2 and stay rooted. What's the best path to take with this? I can't download ...
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I accidently deleted LG home on my LG p500 phone [migrated]

I did a system reset after having deleted LG home on my LG android phone p500. I thought the system app would be restored, but the fact is now. I don't have a "desktop". I cant get to anywhere now on ...
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Create a Gmail address for a Google account but use another email as the login [migrated]

I want to add a Gmail address to my account (that I will not use) but I don't want that address to be my main address (i.e. my login) for Google, because I already use me@example.com everywhere. I ...
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GO Launcher apps in HTC Sense [migrated]

i want to use Go switch widget in htc sense. But widget list doesn't show me this one. why is that so ??
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A non-cloud local calendar for Android? [migrated]

Is there any way to have and use a local calendar on Android? I would like to use it on the Android phone and open the file (vcs, ics, anything) on my laptop sometimes. I have not found any ...
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Different views of the same text in Microsoft Office 2003 and ANDROID (2.2) OfficeSuite [closed]

I downloaded from "4 Shared" a text called "A_ARTE_DE_LER__-_MORTIMER_J_ADLER.doc". When I open this text in Word (Office 2003 - Windows XP) the text is in Portuguese. When I open the same text on ...
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How to disable or remove Gmail account from my Android [migrated]

I don't want to receive email on my Android device, so how do I remove my Gmail account from it? I realize that I need to have my Gmail account associated to the device, and that I would need to ...
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Is there any way to start a hangout from the Google+ mobile app? [closed]

Is there any way to start a hangout from the Google+ Android mobile app?
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Android/Google calendar vs third-party app for Managing tasks

I am looking for a Multi-os support (Linux, iPod Touch, Windows 7) GTD Reminders Ability to add recurring task So does the native calendar fit the bill or do i need to go for third-party app(my ...
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Android-x86 on virtual box

I installed Android-x86 on Virtual Box, but when I try to enable wifi, I'm getting error. "unable to scan networks" Do you have any solution for this issue? I have intel(R) wireless wifi link ...
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Sharing PPPoE internet from desktop to laptop and android

I have a desktop (Win 7 Ultimate) with 2 LAN cards and my internet connection through cable is by PPPoE connection. I connect to the internet via dial-up in desktop. I do not have a wireless router ...
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Samsung “Kies via Wifi” doesn't work, stuck on “Loading…”

When I connect my Galaxy S2 to my laptop using "Kies via Wifi" it doesn't work. On my phone it tells me it is connected, and on the laptop I can see the device "GT-I9100" under connected devices, but ...
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How does google maps interior know which floor the user is in? [closed]

If you see the demo here you will notice that the application tells you which floor you are in. Does the maps app use altimeter or something?
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A way to convert Android software to Symbian one [closed]

Is there any possibility to be a way or software to convert Android software to Symbian one (especially Nokia-N8-Cellphone-Symbian^3)?
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How to install Android OS and Android Apps on PC? [closed]

How to install Android OS and Android Apps on PC ? If possible , android 4.0.3 .
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How to manipulate Nokia-N8 to install android OS on it? [closed]

Well, here is the question. I have a Nokia n8 cell-phone which it’s OS is Symbian^3. I want to install an android OS on it, but I don’t know, first of all, whether it is possible, if it is, then how. ...
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Use a Samsung Vibrant as a USB camera server?

I have a Samsung Vibrant with a broken screen. It is fully functional but impossible to use. One of the things I loved about this phone was the camera. I was wondering, is it possible to ...
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Is it possible to transfer purchased iTunes songs to a Google Android phone?

I live in Canada and I've accumulated a wealth of purchased music from the iTunes store. I have an iPhone and I'm considering of moving to an Android mobile device. My question is, can I easily ...
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Manually install Google USB drivers

My SDK and AVD manager is unable to access the Google USB drivers. I believe this is a firewall issue and a proxy could work, however, I would like to avoid this route if possible. Is there a way I ...
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Workaround blocked email forwarding to external addresses rule

Our Domino server at work is set to block rules that forward emails to external accounts. This is a Good Thing. However, Traveler on my Android doesn't have a way to duplicate the "Level 1" type ...
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I have a huawei tablet and did a factory reset since then I have no keyboard or ability to connect to wifi to try to download a key board [closed]

any suggestions any way to undo the factory reset I cant connect to wifi because I cant type anything because it appers i have no keyboard
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Mobile test device charging station and checkout managment solution [closed]

Our company develops for iPhone, Android, etc, and we're getting to the point where "the drawer" approach is becoming a problem for storing and tracking our test devices. We have about 20 different ...
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Which smart phone is good enough to develop an android application? [closed]

Which smart phone is good enough to develop android 2.3 or above applications I only need it for programming with wifi and not for my private use? my needs: 1. develop android application 2. ...
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Is it possibal to implement Feature Like “Precache Map Area” as like Google Map [closed]

Can I Implement Feature Like "Cache Google Map Tile" or "Precache Map Area" which is in Google Maps? In Latest Google Maps Update, There is a option like "Precache Map Area" So i want ...
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Locating another device with GPS [closed]

Is there any app that shows the location of another GPS device when paired with that another device? or something similar that? See, I can't write in more detail because I'm using mobile doesn't ...
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How to connect android devices to hyperterminal?

I would like to know how to connect android devices to hyperterminal? I am not able to find the port on which my android mobile connects and which connection mode to use? On my HTC wildfire S I have ...
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I can't find adb_usb.ini

I want to edit it so that it suits my Kindle Fire 6.2 firmware to be able to install apks from outside the market.... Why can't I find adb_usb.ini I have installed Android SDK
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Blocking app from Android by router?

I am wondering if its possible to block an app by the router? By blocking the website of the app? I blocked the Android from connected to router with the Wifi, but some-how they got it to work again. ...
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Why is this iptables rule that does port forwarding not working?

I have a server bound to localhost:7060. It is using ipv6 socket instead of ipv4. Below is netstat outout. # netstat -an Proto Recv-Q Send-Q Local Address Foreign Address State tcp ...
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Imap server woes with Android Gingerbread email and Thunderbird

I run my own mail server and use UW's imapd/popd daemons to provide service. This week I just upgraded my OG Droid to a new Droid 3, running Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread). The email client is much ...
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Running Android emulator inside a Virtualbox Vm

I'm trying to setup a VM with a complete android development stack (SDK, Platforms, Eclipse etc) for a Hackathon. I'm having real trouble getting the emulator to start in the VM. I realize that the ...
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Windows: Use bluetooth phone as a sound source

Is it possible for me to use a bluetooth phone as a headset for my computer, specifically to use as a sound source for Skype calls?
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OS X Android emulator/VM (for actual use, not development)?

I'd like to use an Android emulator to run some of my favorite apps on my MacBook Pro running Mac OS X Snow Leopard. I know the Android SDK has an emulator, but I'd like to have something that's ...
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How to set terminal size in Android adb shell?

When I connect to Android using "adb shell" and run certain commands such as "vim" or "mc", they are restricted to a "window" of 25x80 characters. Since I'm connecting from a desktop computer where ...
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Shared memory in chroot environment

I'm playing with Ubuntu 11.10 launched in a chroot environment under Android 3.2.1. Most of the software works fine except PostgreSQL. When installed or initdb launched it's saying: FATAL: could ...
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Ubuntu as wireless router

I have moved to a country where Internet is very restricted and where I live I'm only allowed to have one computer online, and data for my smartphone is extremely expensive. I would however like to ...
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How do I bind /dev/ttys2 to a port on android emulator?

I am trying to bind /dev/ttys2 to a port on the Android Emulator but I dont know how to. Help is appreciated. I am creating a java application that will connect to a port on the emulator and write ...
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Installing Android on VMware Workstation?

As you know , we can install different operating systems into Virtual Machines running under VMware Workstation. Is it possible to install Android(4) on VMware-Workstation 8?
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How to extract SQLite file from Android SD card

My Galaxy S was having an error on the notification bar "SD Card blank or has unsupported file system" then I was required to format my SD card... however I couldn't format it using the phone and my ...

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