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The volume up down thing didnt work for me.
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Sprint Activation
By activation I am assuming you mean gain network access to the Sprint data system? It should have prompted you for activation data at boot. Try through settings to connect to the mobile network and that should reinitiate the activation process. Not sure if this helps...
Sprint Activation
By activation I am assuming you mean gain network access to the Sprint mobile data system? It should have prompted you for activation information at boot. Try through settings to connect to the mobile network and that should reinitiate the activation process. Not sure if this helps...
Thanks for the reply. I meant I bought the Tab without a data plan and do not wish to. It keeps trying to activate but cant. I am looking for a way around it.
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I've been grappling with this for a while now, and unfortunately, the activation process can only happen if you were to have service. You could, thanks to Sprint's 30 money back guarantee, buy a month of service, activate your device, and then cancel the service within a few days and you won't be charged. Of course, this invovles spending a whole lot of time on the phone with Sprint, or going into a Sprint store, which you may not want to do. Don't worry though, there is another option.
I decided I didn't want to go through any hassle, so I spent some time fooling around with the system and came up with the following method. It took me a while to in the application manager to track down the programs responsible for the activation prompt, but I found them. What you need to do is this:
NOTE: I have tested this on the SPRINT Tab with the latest software.
*DO NOT uninstall any of these apps, just "Freeze" them. If you delete any, you may loose the ability to do firmware and Android OS updates!*
1. Root your Tab, (preferably with z4root), I suggest using the "permanent root" option.
2. Go to Menu -> Settings -> Applications -> Development -> and check "USB Debugging"
3. Install Titanium Backup
4. Run Titanium Backup and go into "Backup/Restore" Look for "Software Update 1.5.0" in the list.
5. Tap the application name.
6. On the window that comes up, select "Freeze" It will give you a confirmation of success and the "Freeze" button will change to "Defrost" now hit the back button.
7. Locate "Sprint Installer 2.0", "Sprint Zone SZ 2.1.11", and "System Updates 1.0.0" Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each of these applications.
8. Close Titanium Backup
9. Restart
Now the activation prompt will not come up and it won't interrupt you when using your Tab. It doesn't affect anything if you plan to use the Tab off-contract with Wifi only.
I chose to "Freeze" the apps because it denies them access to the system, which removes the activation problem. I didn't uninstall them, though because if you want to activate it on the network at any time later, or you need to do a Firmware/Android OS update through official channels, you may need these apps.
If you want to undo this at any time, follow the directions the same way, but during step 6 select "Defrost" instead of "Freeze"
I hope this helps.
Thanks
Works great! Thanks for the info.
It´s posible active the phone
rkmj said:
I've been grappling with this for a while now, and unfortunately, the activation process can only happen if you were to have service. You could, thanks to Sprint's 30 money back guarantee, buy a month of service, activate your device, and then cancel the service within a few days and you won't be charged. Of course, this invovles spending a whole lot of time on the phone with Sprint, or going into a Sprint store, which you may not want to do. Don't worry though, there is another option.
I decided I didn't want to go through any hassle, so I spent some time fooling around with the system and came up with the following method. It took me a while to in the application manager to track down the programs responsible for the activation prompt, but I found them. What you need to do is this:
NOTE: I have tested this on the SPRINT Tab with the latest software.
*DO NOT uninstall any of these apps, just "Freeze" them. If you delete any, you may loose the ability to do firmware and Android OS updates!*
1. Root your Tab, (preferably with z4root), I suggest using the "permanent root" option.
2. Go to Menu -> Settings -> Applications -> Development -> and check "USB Debugging"
3. Install Titanium Backup
4. Run Titanium Backup and go into "Backup/Restore" Look for "Software Update 1.5.0" in the list.
5. Tap the application name.
6. On the window that comes up, select "Freeze" It will give you a confirmation of success and the "Freeze" button will change to "Defrost" now hit the back button.
7. Locate "Sprint Installer 2.0", "Sprint Zone SZ 2.1.11", and "System Updates 1.0.0" Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each of these applications.
8. Close Titanium Backup
9. Restart
Now the activation prompt will not come up and it won't interrupt you when using your Tab. It doesn't affect anything if you plan to use the Tab off-contract with Wifi only.
I chose to "Freeze" the apps because it denies them access to the system, which removes the activation problem. I didn't uninstall them, though because if you want to activate it on the network at any time later, or you need to do a Firmware/Android OS update through official channels, you may need these apps.
If you want to undo this at any time, follow the directions the same way, but during step 6 select "Defrost" instead of "Freeze"
I hope this helps.
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Hi there, Do you think is´t posible to liberate the phone?
This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Worked GREAT! Thanks!
... but I have a question regarding 2 of the items that are frozen now. like the Software Update 1.5.0 & System Updates 1.0.0 --- are they specific to sprint? what exactly are these for and why do these have to be frozen in order to disable the sprint activation? will i still be able to get firmware updates and all that jazz?
if i want to check for updates, do i need to defrost these?
How to get root app
maybe I'm missing something but how do you get the root app. I.e. to bypass activation you need a root application. However I can't find a way to download apps without the tab being activated. Seems like a paradox. In a nut shell how can I get the z4root application installed when the tab is not yet activated?
Thanks for any help
You can always turn on the WiFi, and connect it to an available network to gain access to the Market.
I too have been struggling with the activation prompt, and since Rooting is still somewhat touchy with our SPH-P100, I've found that the best answer is to put your Tab in Airplane mode, and manually turn on the WiFi. This will keep any options you're unsure of on the back burner 'til the devs here have some more time to save money for, and play with the Tab!
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maybe I'm missing something but how do you get the root app. I.e. to bypass activation you need a root application. However I can't find a way to download apps without the tab being activated. Seems like a paradox. In a nut shell how can I get the z4root application installed when the tab is not yet activated?
Thanks for any help
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You can find z4root here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
I have a Sprint tab, and if you hit cancel on the activation each time you turn the device on, you can still access your home screen and all the apps and enable wifi to access the market.
To permanently bypass activation, side load & install the z4root app from the link above and install Titanum Backup from the market .. follow the instructions posted by rkmj earlier in this thread.
kamgrn said:
This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Worked GREAT! Thanks!
... but I have a question regarding 2 of the items that are frozen now. like the Software Update 1.5.0 & System Updates 1.0.0 --- are they specific to sprint? what exactly are these for and why do these have to be frozen in order to disable the sprint activation? will i still be able to get firmware updates and all that jazz?
if i want to check for updates, do i need to defrost these?
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Sorry for taking so long to respond to this, but my XDA notification settings were all screwed up. I just realized that you asked this. Software Update 1.5.0 and System Updates seem to be Samsung apps that are tied directly to Sprint Zone and the activtion prompt. They run periodically and when they activate, they query Sprint Zone to see if the device has been activated on the network. In order to stop the activation prompt, these need to stop running.
I can't really tell about firmware updates just yet. Based on the way Sprint generally provides them, you will have the option of OTA or via PC. With this fix in place, you will need to run the update via the PC. If you wanted to get the firmware updates OTA, you will need to defrost the programs. Unfortunately, you will also have to activate the device.
My method doesn't change anything on the device. It just disables the prompt. In order to receive anything OTA, you will have to activate the device. I have a theory about how you can both disable the prompt and still query for OTA updates, but I have to do a bit of testing first. I will post back here once I have tested it completely.
Hello mates.
Yesterday I read somewhere that LG has a built-in permission manager and how to set it... unfortunately that guide was incorrect (wrong activity to discover)
so I started to looking for this activity and finally I've found it...
everything it's easy to do and with no risk.
BTW everything you do it's on you
NO ROOT NEEDED
Let's start:
1- Download from the playstore QuickShortcutMaker and open it
2- Look for setting and tap on it
3- Look for the activity call "com.android.settings/com.android.settings.Settings$AccessLockSummaryActivity" and tap on it
4- Tap on TRY and you will see if it works
5- If you could open this HideSetting just go back and tap on "CREATE"
6- On your home you are able to find this shortcut and set your permission without using 3rd parts app
(you can also unistall QuickShortcutMaker )
Here some screenshots
Can't find "com.android.settings/com.android.settings.Settings$AccessLockSummaryAct ivity"
joooe said:
Can't find "com.android.settings/com.android.settings.Settings$AccessLockSummaryAct ivity"
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write "Access Lock" in the search bar after set "normal search" instead of incremental search
Download from the playstore " App Ops " and open it, it's simpler !
It's not stock app I think... Personally I avoid to install another app if I have one already installed, second I think that the activity is already on so if you use it or not it will continue to drain battery (also 0,0002%) so why double my drain? Anyway it's true... There are apps that do it better, I chosen this one that also work with no root
Unfortunately I am unable to find this in shortcut creator. Could you please advise? I was looking for com.android.settings/com.android.settings.Settings$AccessLockSummaryActivity and for Access Lock both brings nothing
Edit: the only solution I found out is installing app ops and install required pack because LG somewhere messed with Access Lock or deleted it from firmware.
I'm running stock 4.4.2 on my S4, but I can't get 4G/LTE connectivity. When I power it on, it shows 4G for 30 seconds and then goes to H or 3G. Of course I tried my sim with another phone and another sim in my phone, and they all work.
Now I want to do this:
After you have rooted the device completely, go to Google Play and install 'ES file explorer'. Open the app, and press the menu key on the device and you will get a panel to your left on the screen. Scroll down and enable Rootexplorer (you will ask to grant permission by the SuperSU app since you have rooted, so give permission). Now use the search function and find the file with this EXACT name 'persist.radio.lteon' and delete it. Please make sure you are deleting this exact file. Don't delete anything else and end up bricking your device. After deleting restart the phone and that's it! You will have the LTE/WCDMA/GSM option in the network mode once you are booted and you will receive 4G signals if you are in an area with LTE coverage.
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I just want to root my phone, do the above and then unroot. What app or method is the easiest to do that?
Does anyone else see "uncertified" in the play store settings at the bottom
Same here
If your phone is rooted and/or you unlocked your bootloader, that will be the case.
Some apps will no longer run for you, ex: Netflix.
Skander1998 said:
If your phone is rooted and/or you unlocked your bootloader, that will be the case.
Some apps will no longer run for you, ex: Netflix.
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Neither.
km8j said:
Neither.
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Go to settings, about phone, status and see the last entry, is it "Official"?
Also, go to download mode (Power down, bixby and power key) and see if Knox status is 0x1 or 0x0 (you can alternatively use a Knox check app from Play Store).
Device Status = Official
Knox Status = 0x0
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Device Status = Official
Knox Status = 0x0
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That means your device is completely stock and not modified.
The Playstore should not be certified.
EDIT: Try this:
Go to the Playstore icon, long tap it and click info.
Force Stop the Playstore, click storage, and delete data.
Go back, DISABLE the Playstore application, and enable it again.
See if the status changes after launching it.
From what I read, Play Store can also be uncertified if you have unlicensed apps. In this case I think a couple of my Team Black Out apps may be causing the status change since they didn't come from Play Store.
Skander1998 said:
Go to the Playstore icon, long tap it and click info.
Force Stop the Playstore, click storage, and delete data.
Go back, DISABLE the Playstore application, and enable it again.
See if the status changes after launching it.
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Worked!
Nice thanks
Skander1998 said:
That means your device is completely stock and not modified.
The Playstore should not be certified.
EDIT: Try this:
Go to the Playstore icon, long tap it and click info.
Force Stop the Playstore, click storage, and delete data.
Go back, DISABLE the Playstore application, and enable it again.
See if the status changes after launching it.
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Yea the data clear worked for me. Thanx
Uncertified
Hello here,
I have same trouble on my Xiaomi Redmi Note 4x.
I did that steps:
Go to the Playstore icon, long tap it and click info.
Force Stop the Playstore, click storage, and delete data.
Go back, DISABLE the Playstore application, and enable it again
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But same. Please help me to solve it.
p.s. i did not open new thread i searched here and posted here. sorry if i am posting wrong.
I was having issues with netflix as it was avaiable in playstore ,but the apk didnot work too.
At google play store about menu there was device not certified so i knew this was the main reason behind all this.
Fix:
1. Goto developers option and turn off OEM unlock .
2. Restart
3. Disable Google Playstore and return to stock app.
4. Clear cache and data
5. Enable it
6. Happy Streaming. ?
You can download the Netflix.apk from the help section on Netflix.com . I just searched a bit about' can't download from playstore' and found it there?
No problems with LOS 14.1 rooted
Hello Guys, This is a tested method frp bypass for both pixel and pixel xl.
Things needed(Links are available)
1. Android 8.0 ota update file
2. Microsoft account(optional if maps don't work)
3.Bypass file https://mega.nz/#!350kTCDY!Et7FC5KKtLbY7s-Mp_X08zxK3KnAWlWyYNOAVOdGWqg
First I recommend you to update to 8.0 oreo version if you are on 7.1.1 or 7.1.2, the update can be done via adb sideload
here is a link to update (8.0) for both phones
Pixel
http://androidhost.org/ZYYVR
Pixel XL
https://mega.nz/#!oIBSBDQD!l0JtzpVJKWpUyfvNEcojE5-AYC_fs8RVusOH-4nFBPY
after the download boot into recovery and update via adb sideload.
Now you are on 8.0 connect to a WiFi and follow this video to access the browser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnoG1Ve4v9U
Note: if "Maps" isn't shown then do as follows to launch google app
Turn talk back on, swipe to up+down+left to show global text menu then hit talk back settings>Help&feedback>About switch access for android, then play the video and hit the forward icon "arrow pointed to right" then select Gmail and tap add account and sign in a microsoft account hit next and it will get back to the first sign in menu, now hit "Take me to Gmail" then hit the three lines on the top left then hit settings, now from the top right corner tap the dots and tap manage account then tap continue, Done you are now in settings.
Now in settings goto Apps &Notifications>App info>Google App>>App notifications>Additional settings in the app> then tap feed and hit no thanks, Now we are on Google app, search chrome and in chrome paste this link and download the bypass file https://mega.nz/#!350kTCDY!Et7FC5KKtLbY7s-Mp_X08zxK3KnAWlWyYNOAVOdGWqg(The same file I mentioned at needed files) then install the app and select "Google account manager installer" then select 5.1 version and hit bypass frp from the app and select browser sign in and sign in your google account(this part of the step is available on the above video).
All the credit goes to Atiq Malik, I just mentioned a way to do it without maps.
Also if you'd rather not mess with talkcrap and all those extra steps, do what I do. Hook up USB c cable to another phone (I used Nexus 6p), not sure which USB option I selected but it's either "supply power" or"transfer files". Boom! Files menu jumps up on the pixel and from in there download the phone app from the other device (my Nexus 6p) it can be a pain in the a$$ because if u mess up you'll have to start over again. Once you get the phone apk installed open it and dial *#*#4636#*#* and tap "usage statistics" tap the arrow on top left of the screen to go to the settings menu. Once you're in there if u can't figure it out then u should probably switch to an iPhone because Android really isn't that hard to crack. It's really that simple. Btw I'm on a locked Verizon pixel 8.1 January update. ????
I am Living in CHINA and china banned google and other foreign websites and content. So the thing is both the bove method doesnt work me. For Example if i use Google Map method the google maps is ban here. so map never opened so i am not able to go to help or feedback settings. The other method is email method i went there in talk back help and feed back menu but there cant load the button that show switch access to android so i guess what youtube is also ban so it cant take me to youtube. So if i cant go to youtube then how i am able to email the stuff. Need help dont know what to do.
SilentJammer007 said:
I am Living in CHINA and china banned google and other foreign websites and content. So the thing is both the bove method doesnt work me. For Example if i use Google Map method the google maps is ban here. so map never opened so i am not able to go to help or feedback settings. The other method is email method i went there in talk back help and feed back menu but there cant load the button that show switch access to android so i guess what youtube is also ban so it cant take me to youtube. So if i cant go to youtube then how i am able to email the stuff. Need help dont know what to do.
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Try a VPN.
Does anyone know if this works on Android P DP2? Or if my device is already bypassed on Oreo, would the bypass persist through the update?
SilentJammer007 said:
I am Living in CHINA and china banned google and other foreign websites and content. So the thing is both the bove method doesnt work me. For Example if i use Google Map method the google maps is ban here. so map never opened so i am not able to go to help or feedback settings. The other method is email method i went there in talk back help and feed back menu but there cant load the button that show switch access to android so i guess what youtube is also ban so it cant take me to youtube. So if i cant go to youtube then how i am able to email the stuff. Need help dont know what to do.
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hello xd
send me a message , cant post a links
Hi, I can't install google account manager at the very end, system says "App not Installed" with triangle. Please help
Gary90210 said:
Hi, I can't install google account manager at the very end, system says "App not Installed" with triangle. Please help
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Me too... why?
Hey guys use this google account manager
juan0089 said:
Me too... why?
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Gary90210 said:
Hi, I can't install google account manager at the very end, system says "App not Installed" with triangle. Please help
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Use this Google account manager 5.1 from this link
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/googl...unt-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/
or on your phones browser search "Google account manager 5.1" and download from apkmirror.com
juan0089 said:
Me too... why?
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Send me message, cant post links
how to install the google update?
Can install oreo using adb without usb debugging on? If not, how to turn it on while the phone is locked because of frp?
Getting into recovery life I get the following:
Bl: 8996-012001-1709121620
Baseband: 8996-013053-170804002
Console: disabled
Device is locked
Secure boot: production
What does all that mean? Will I be able to use this method here? And what's my android version? If it's 8.0 it will be great since I can continue? Otherwise can I use adb to install is usb debugging option is off frp is locked?
Actually you are in bootloader mode
mghanem8800 said:
Can install oreo using adb without usb debugging on? If not, how to turn it on while the phone is locked because of frp?
Getting into recovery life I get the following:
Bl: 8996-012001-1709121620
Baseband: 8996-013053-170804002
Console: disabled
Device is locked
Secure boot: production
What does all that mean? Will I be able to use this method here? And what's my android version? If it's 8.0 it will be great since I can continue? Otherwise can I use adb to install is usb debugging option is off frp is locked?
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Those texts are written when you are in bootloader mode, so using volume down scroll to recovery mode and hit power button, now you are in recovery mode, follow the rest of the mentioned steps.
with the recent updates it seems like all frp bypass methods have been patched
I have bypassed the frp on 8.1 update
kelarys said:
with the recent updates it seems like all frp bypass methods have been patched
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The oreo version always supports google account manager 5.1 so just install and input your google account via quick shortcut maker.
the thing that makes the patch different is the way you reach the browser or settings.
Falc0net said:
The oreo version always supports google account manager 5.1 so just install and input your google account via quick shortcut maker.
the thing that makes the patch different is the way you reach the browser or settings.
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I didn't follow any of that lol. because I have talkback 7.0 on the phone my options appear to be exactly 0 to accomplish anything, especially since I can't enable debug mode without access to settings
Stuck in FRP Mode
My Pixel is also stuck in frp mode. The TalkBack settings does not seem to have help and feedback options. what do i do?
Bypass apk
Download
The YouTube link has been removed/"is unavailable".
Malkovich? said:
The YouTube link has been removed/"is unavailable".
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try this method as it works on the latest Android version 11
https://youtu.be/hxp7h6RjK3U