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  1. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Watch Designer gwd files

    I'm dipping my toes in very lightly with the Watch Designer and I was just wondering if there was any way to modify Samsung's default watch faces or does anyone have access to the gwd files? I really like the classic face on my Galaxy Watch but would like to add a small picture as a first play...
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    Thread Random restarts, how to narrow down cause?

    I've had my Note 8 since launch and have been putting up with random restarts every few days (even happened mid call a couple of times) so I took the plunge and factory reset it a week ago. I purposefully only restored the most essential apps to rule out any of them as the cause. Over the last...
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    Thread Random restarts, how to narrow down the cause?

    I've had my Note 8 since launch and have been putting up with random restarts every few days (even happened mid call a couple of times) so I took the plunge and factory reset it a week ago. I purposefully only restored the most essential apps to rule out any of them as the cause. Over the last...
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    Thread Samsung Pay forcing default payment option

    I've got both Android Pay and Samsung Pay installed on my UK Note 8. I'm used to Android Pay and prefer it so far over Samsung Pay. I've tried to play about with Samsung Pay to see what it can offer but it forces you to set it as the default payment option before you can even use it. Is there...
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    Thread Charging Vibrate Indicator

    With my previous Galaxy S6, whenever my phone started charging (wired or wireless) it is vibrate a small amount to indicate that it started charging. Since I've received my Note 8, I've missed this vibrate indicator as I keep my phone on vibrate. Does anyone know of a way to enable this feature...
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    Thread "Genuine" Samsung Chargers - How to spot a fake

    My Samsung charger died recently so I tried to replace it with this one from ebay. As soon as it arrived I could tell it was fake but thought I'd share what I found so that others can see what to look out for. The main giveaways were: Lettering is poor quality - an official charger has a very...
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    Thread Marshmallow MTP connection

    My Galaxy S6 (O2 UK) recently received the Marshmallow (6.0.1) update and whenever I plug my phone into my laptop to use Sidesync, my phone constantly asks me allow an MTP connection. Before the update, I didn't have to click "Allow" each time, is there any way to automatically accept this? I...
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    Thread C1905 Firmware for O2 UK?

    I know this is probably a long shot but is anyone able to let me have the 4.1 O2 branded firmware for the Xperia M (C1905)? I've followed the guides on this site to root the Global version of 4.3 but was hoping I could go back to factory settings and get all the Playstation, O2, etc apps off it...
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    Thread [Q] Stuck installing Data/Media ROM

    I've been trying to install milaq's 4.4 ROM on my Touchpad and I'm getting a bit stuck. I've removed my previous 4.0.4 build so that I could start fresh and get my head around the data/media build. I've tried following the text guide and Roland's video guides but keep getting stuck at the same...
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    Thread Moshi iVisor AG Screen Protector for Lumia 1020

    After reading the WP Central review for the Moshi iVisor AG Screen Protector, I'm really interested in getting one for my Lumia 1020. I've found them on ebay and AT&T online The only issue is that I can't find anywhere that will ship to the UK. Would anyone on here be willing to buy/forward...
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    Thread Moshi iVisor AG Screen Protector

    After reading the WP Central review for the Moshi iVisor AG Screen Protector, I'm really interested in getting one for my Lumia 1020. I've found them on ebay and AT&T online The only issue is that I can't find anywhere that will ship to the UK. Would anyone on here be willing to buy/forward...
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    Thread Lumia 800 Bootloader Unlock Service

    Is there anyone that would be willing to unlock the bootloader on my Lumia 800 for me in the UK? The ATF boxes are quite expensive and not worth me buying one for a one-off unlock.
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    Thread App to view IP camera stream

    I would like to create an Android app that can view the stream from an IP camera. Basically all it will need is a settings screen where you can set the IP address for the stream that you'd like to view and another screen that shows the camera stream. I won't need to worry about any...
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    Thread Software recovery problem

    I managed to break my original HD2 a while ago and I've only just decided to replace it. I have another main phone but I loved that I could pretty much do anything with my old HD2. I had a bit of experience with installing cooked ROMs before moving on to installing Android and WP7 on it. As I...
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    Thread Reverting to stock problem

    I managed to break my original HD2 a while ago and I've only just decided to replace it. I have another main phone but I loved that I could pretty much do anything with my old HD2. I had a bit of experience with installing cooked ROMs before moving on to installing Android and WP7 on it. As I...
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    Thread Podcast Problem

    When I've put podcasts on my phone previously, I've been able to subscribe to them automatically through the phone (so I don't need to use my PC to download them anymore). However, I've added a couple more over the past couple of days and I don't get the option box to subscribe anymore. If I go...
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    Thread Restoring Backup from Old Lumia 800 to New Lumia 800

    My phone had to be sent away for repairs and they decided to replace it for me. Just before it got sent away, I updated to the 12070 firmware so Zune had created a backup. Is there anyway of getting Zune to restore the backup to the new phone? I've plugged it into Zune and it comes up as a...
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    Thread Car kit for use with other phones

    My standalone TomTom unit has decided to stop working so my wife and I have decided to not buy a replacement and just use our phones from now on. The only problem is that I have a Lumia 800 and she has an iphone 3gs. Does anyone know of any car kits that can be used to hold both? I really...
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    Thread My Mobiler for WP7

    Does anyone know if there is something similar to My Mobiler for Windows Phone where you can control your phone through your computer?
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    Thread Desktop Charger

    I've tried having a look around and I can't find a desk charger/cradle for the Lumia 800, I know the hinged door cover makes it hard but does anyone know of one that is compatible? Thanks!
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    Thread Jittery Screen Bug

    My new Lumia 800 arived yesterday and first impressions are very good. I've got a slight bug, when i scroll up or down in a list of items and then hold my finger on the screen, the list jitters up and down very slightly as if it can't work out where my finger is. Does anyone else have this...
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    Thread Digitizer repair problem

    I recently repaired screen on my HD2 using a digitizer/lcd combo I bought off ebay. It seemed to be working ok for a while but I've been having a few problems recently. It started when I noticed that the phone wouldn't wake up and I'd have to pull the battery out to get it to respond. Now...
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    Thread [Q] What parts do I need to replace my HD2 screen?

    I've bought a replacement lcd screen/digitizer combo and I was just wondering what parts I need to fit it. I have been following this guide (it's in German), at step 29 it says to use 3M double sided tape to connect the front panel to the rest of the phone. Is this tape the right stuff? The...
  24. yeoldgreat1

    Thread HP Bluetooth Keyboard Won't Turn Off

    I've got the official HP BT keyboard and I've recently noticed a problem. I can't turn it off using the switch on the bottom. I have to physically pull the batteries out. If I turn Bluetooth off on my touchpad, the pairing light flashes continuously irrespective of which position the switch...
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    Thread [Q] Bluetooth Messaging Access Profile (MAP) on HD2

    I've got a HP Touchpad and a recent update has enabled pairing with any phone over Bluetooth. One of the features enabled is that you can send & receive text messages on the Touchpad but only if it allows Bluetooth Messaging Access Profile (MAP). Does the HD2 (or WM) have this feature because...
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    Thread Bluetooth Messaging Access Profile (MAP) on HD2

    I've got a HP Touchpad and a recent update has enabled pairing with any phone over Bluetooth. One of the features enabled is that you can send & receive text messages on the Touchpad but only if it allows Bluetooth Messaging Access Profile (MAP). Does the HD2 have this feature because I can't...
  27. yeoldgreat1

    Thread [Q] First ROM with osKitchen

    I'm starting to learn how to cook my first HD2 ROM using osKitchen Zero. I imported the 3.14 WWE official ROM to it (build 21913). I just want to make sure that I'm on the right track so I'm going to make a list of the changes I've made within the kitchen and ask a few questions if that's...
  28. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Opera 9.7 Crashes

    I've noticed that Opera crashes are getting more frequent with the latest Energy Cookie ROM (Mar 15). Sometime after browsing the web the menu buttons and address bar seem to disappear. The first screenshot shows what the browser looks like when the buttons have disappeared. The second show...
  29. yeoldgreat1

    Thread [Q] Youtube Account Login Problem

    I found on these forums before that unlinking your YouTube account from your Google account stops any login problems and lets you login to your account through the Data Services tab in Settings. However, Google have changed their policy so you're forced to link your Google and YouTube accounts...
  30. yeoldgreat1

    Thread [Q] Activation Limit

    I've been looking through the forums and people have mentioned activation limits. I'm planning on installing WP7 to have a play around, but I can see myself going back to 6.5 if it's not what I was expecting. My main concern is that if I use the activation code a couple of times for my HD2...
  31. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Opera Favourite Icons

    I've found a couple of threads mentioning how to change the favourite icons on the Opera tab. I wa just wondering if there was a way to get XDA_UC to copy your modified icons to the Windows/Thumbnail folder after a ROM update? I know that I can use the Energy XDA_UC Configuration Tools to copy...
  32. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Registry Tweaks App

    This application includes a number of registry tweaks from the "Leo Hints, Tips and Registry Tweaks" thread and a couple of additional tweaks. Tweaks from the thread are: 2. Enable Website Thumbnails When Navigating Back in Opera 3. Increase Resolution of Back Thumbnails 4. Increase Number of...
  33. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Wedding Speech Extras

    This is a bit of an odd one but I'm hoping you guys can help. I'm getting married on the 10th October and have written the bulk of my speech (a bit of history, the thank you's, etc), I just want to add a bit extra to make it stand out and memorable. I'm "a bit of" a geek, I did Electronic...
  34. yeoldgreat1

    Thread [Q] No text in YouTube App

    I don't know what I've done but for some reason no text at all comes up in youtube at all. I'm using Energy Rom. I thought it would be something to do with the tweaks I applied from the Tips & Tweaks thread but nothing seems to work. Has anyone else found this or know how to fix it?
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    Thread Why Did You Chose the HD2?

    I got my HD2 about 6 months ago and love it. There are many small reasons why I chose it over others: 1. I use Hotmail, MSN Messenger, Media Player, etc so Windows Mobile would suit me without having to open any new accounts. 2. The hardware. It was (and still is) one of the most powerful...
  36. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Apple Antenna Problems

    After all that's gone on with Apple and their antenna problem, it's been reported that Apple may have known about the problem for a couple of years (Link). It got me wondering, Apple released the iphone 3g two years ago, so they we working on the higher-res screen, multitasking, front-facing...
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    Thread Quick GPS

    Is there an android version of QuickGPS? The internal GPS takes ages to get a lock without it!
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    Thread Show network key

    This is a bit of a strange request but I've managed to forget the wifi password on my router. I connected to it before with my HD2 so I've got the network key saved on it. However when I go through the advanced settings and go to the Configure Wireless Network, it only shows asterisks in the...
  39. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Factory Reset

    I'm using the Nexus 1 Sense Build and I set up a new google account, forgetting I had an older one already. When I tried changing the synced account, it said that the apps needed the set account and I'd need to do a factory reset. This got me thinking, what would happen if I ran a factory...
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    Thread Registry Backups

    I recently tried updating to the latest Energy 'Cookie' ROM, I backed up the registry using the supplied Registry Editor. After the update, I restored the registry backup I made and when I went to Settings > About Phone > Software Information and is said that the ROM Version was the previous...
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    Thread Want to start cooking

    I've been starting to learn how to cook roms using oskitchen and various guides. The only problem with oskitchen is that you can only start with stock roms. I'd like to start with an already cooked rom (e.g. energyrom or chuckyrom) as they have more features and are more stable. What programs...
  42. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Strange looking keyboard (energy rom)

    I've recently installed the latest Energy rom on my HD2 but the default keyboard is looking a bit strange, the bottom row of keys seems to have shifted upwards. Has anyone else experienced this or know how to fix it? Also, on the second screenshot, I've noticed that the menus have changed but...
  43. yeoldgreat1

    Thread Scrollbars in Web Pages

    At the moment, whenever there is a scroll bar in a web page I have to continually tap the up or down buttons to scroll through. If I try to "click and drag" the bar, it just moves the page. Is there any way to change this or this this just a feature of touch screen phones? Thanks
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    Thread Duplicate Contacts with Microsoft Myphone

    I've had my hd2 for a few months now and I've updated the rom on it a few times, experimenting with both stock and cooked versions. Each time I've used Microsoft Myphone to backup my contacts, caledar, etc. However when I use it to download my contacts, I get duplicates, between 2-5...
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    Thread Enable full UK postcode search on TomTom 7

    I've recently bought TomTom 7 for my HD2. The only problem i've found is that when i try to search using a postcode, it only has the first half in its database. Is there a way to enable full 7 character post code search? Thanks in advance :)
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    Thread A couple of possible features

    Hey guys, I've had my HD2 for a few months now and I'm loving it, especially with all the addons you guys are bringing out. I just have a couple of ideas/requests that i think you guys might be able to help out with (mainly because I have zero programming experience!). A ".co.uk" button When...
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    Thread Wmwifirouter crash

    I'm using the latest wmwifirouter software (2.0 i think) on my uk hd2 with the latest unbranded rom 1.66. However, the program often becomes unresponsive requiring a soft reset to get it working again. I've tried going to the task manager to close it be it still seems to run and It won't start...
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    Thread HD2 as wifi signal repeater?

    I know this is a very long shot but I can access the internet through my router on my laptop and phone but my desktop can't seem to find it (it is quite old). I was just wondering if I could use my phone as a repeater for the signal? Thanks