Gadget Hacks Forum

Forum Thread: What Bloatware Is Safe to Remove?

I just switched from AOKP to a Touchwiz based rom -- while the rom is somewhat trim, I feel like there's a lot of Samsung and Sprint stuff that I can freeze so it doesn't eat up my resources.

Forum Thread: Play Store Error

My friend flashed a new rom on my phone and I'm getting a Play store server error. We're stuck on how to fix it. I can get apps if I use my computer, but it's not working on the phone. Any advice?

Forum Thread: Looking Up Production Run

Anyone know how to find this info from my serial number? Heard there's a way, but no idea.

Forum Thread: Cloud Recommendations

I assume that everyone out there is using The Cloud for their N7. Care to share your service provider and your experience? Any other reasons and benefits (or dis-advantages)?

Forum Thread: UltraPixel Camera, Is It More Marketing Buzz Than Anything?

Its seems a bit gimmicky don't you think? And it's only a total of 4 megapixels. Who here thinks it's too low of a megapixel for a high end phone?

Forum Thread: Is the HTC One Worth Getting?

iPhone 5S/6 is just around the corner and iOS is due for version 7. Should people go ahead and get the HTC One at this point? Is iPhone really worth waiting for?

Forum Thread: Removing Ads from Free Apps

Ads in free apps always bug me. They're so distracting. Is there a way to hack the apps to remove the ads?

Forum Thread: (build.prop) The Codes Might Have Done Something Here

I tried the build.prop thing out. copied everything word for word but something seems to have a problem

Forum Thread: Can I Get GS3 Features on CM?

I just rooted and flashed CM. I really like but am missing some of the stock features like smart stay and some of the motions. Is there a way I can add these back but still run CM?

Forum Thread: Music Randomly Pauses?

Not sure why but my music pauses all the time. Help?

Forum Thread: Google Now with Menu Button

My friend has his Menu button launch the voice search for Google Now when he presses and holds it. I really like it but I can't find how to do that.

Forum Thread: What Can I Say to Google Now?

What kind of stuff can I say to Google Now? I've been using it a lot and while it always has an answer, I want to know what questions bring up the google cards rather than open a browser.

Forum Thread: Changing Fonts

How can I change fonts on my phone? I keep seeing pictures with people using a bunch of different fonts.

Forum Thread: No Data After Flashing New Rom

I just flashed a new TW rom but my data isn't working. I tried updating the PRL and Profile but it doesn't do anything. Anything else I can try?

Forum Thread: Increase Data Speeds

I have Sprint and the 3G is horribly slow. Is there anything I can do to increase the speed?

Forum Thread: Why Root My Nexus 7?

I work with a lot of electronic devices but mainly off the shelf electronics hardware. So excuse my ignorance. Why should I root my tablet?

Forum Thread: Finally Someone's Making Front-Facing Stereo Speakers

I've never understood why every tablet puts their speakers on the back, and only includes one tinny little thing. Front-facing stereo seems obvious, but having them along with the big screen and nice camera makes me pretty excited about it.

Forum Thread: How Do I Stop S-Voice?

I like using Google Now and want double press Home button to be Google Now instead of S Voice. The problem is that I can't uninstall S Voice.

Forum Thread: Rooting with a Mac

I've read through rooting instructions, and I need to flash a .tar file, but the flashing software Odin is only for PC. Is there another root method I can use?

APN Settings: US and Canada

Here's list of APN settings for all US and Canadian carriers. AT&T

FAQ: Odin

What is Odin? Odin is a Windows program used to flash, upgrade and restore Samsung phones using special firmware files specific to your phone.

Forum Thread: Phone Won't Start

My battery died while I was out. I recharged it but my phone will not turn on. I can see a charging animation that says my battery is charged, but it won't turn on. Any help?

Q: How Do I Test GPS Signal Strength?

Is there a way to find out my signal strength? I don't seem to be connecting a whole lot (which sucks, since I use my tablet for getting around town).

Forum Thread: Flash & Firefox on Your Nexus 7

Since Chrome for Android decided not to support Flash, here is a great and simple way to get flash on your N7.

Forum Thread: Using T-Mobile Prepaid with the 3G N7

Anyone done this?

Q: How Do I Spoof a Mac Address?

I have done this on other devices but I am having a few issues accomplishing this on my N7.

Odd Ball Question: Can I Make My N7 Vibrate?

Is this possible? Can an app make this happen or is there a physical hack I need to incorporate?

Forum Thread: Delete Unused Widgets

The GS3 comes with a lot of widgets I don't use. Anyway I can delete them off my phone?

Forum Thread: How to Import Music from Mac to Android Phone

How to import music from mac to Android phone

Forum Thread: Installing WhatsApp

Anyone know how to get WhatsApp working on the Nexus 7? I can't seem to get it working on a tablet.

Forum Thread: Phone Is Sluggish After Rooting

I just rooted my phone, but it seems much choppier than it was before. The screens seem to lag behind. I let it sit for a few hours to "settle" and still the same problem.

Forum Thread: Installing Themes

I'm running the FreeSG3 rom for Sprint and while I like it, the stock look is getting a little boring. I see themes on the Play store but they're mainly for CM or launchers.

Forum Thread: Copy/Paste Usage

Hopefully this isn't too dumb of a question...

Forum Thread: After Phone Reset, Phone Doesn't Ask for Google Signin

I reset my phone, but it didn't guide me through the initial set up. How do I sign in to Google now?

Forum Thread: AOKP on the Nexus 7

I have been looking for reviews but can't seem to find much.

Forum Thread: Moving Saved Game Points onto a New Tablet

I am moving my files from one N7 to another N7. How can I keep my saved points from the various games I have been playing?

Forum Thread: Safestrap or Substitutes

I have heard a few good things on the developer forums but was wondering if anyone here uses Safestrap. I am not a programmer but want to root my tablet. Is Safestrap overkill and should I use a substitute?

Forum Thread: Windows 7 x64 and MTP Not Showing Up

I'm running Windows 7 x64 on my laptop. When I plugin my Nexus 7, nothing shows up in Windows Media Player.

Forum Thread: Activated Encryption & Now Having Performance Degradation

I just turned on full disk encryption and spent a little over an hour waiting for the process to finish. My wonderful little tablet, which used to be fast, is now moving like a bloated pig. Is this the norm? Any workarounds?

Forum Thread: Flash Browser Recommendations

My situation starts with the simple act of streaming from Amazon Prime. I side loaded Flash but the entire set-up is quirky and lots of lag. Any suggestions (because this totally sucks)?