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Does Google assistant work on the Chinese axon 7?

Just tried to install via mirror apk, but received message that it's incompatible with my architecture. Are us Chinese users doomed?

front firing speakers said:
Just tried to install via mirror apk, but received message that it's incompatible with my architecture. Are us Chinese users doomed?
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Did you download the version for arm64, android x.0+, and, no dpi devices?
I believe it's 440

I tried installing the latest play services and I can see google assistant already in the settings from the google app. But it still doesn't work. When i say ok google, it's just the same old google voice search. I'm also using nova launcher btw.

otaconremo said:
I tried installing the latest play services and I can see google assistant already in the settings from the google app. But it still doesn't work. When i say ok google, it's just the same old google voice search. I'm also using nova launcher btw.
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What if you hold the home button?

t2jbird said:
What if you hold the home button?
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Same thing happens when I long press home or open google app or voice seach. In nova, I can set it to use google app, or voice search. There's no shortcut for google assistant.

otaconremo said:
Same thing happens when I long press home or open google app or voice seach. In nova, I can set it to use google app, or voice search. There's no shortcut for google assistant.
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Don't set a home button shortcut in Nova - leave it default. Clear all the data from Google app and the cache from play services, and then reboot. When it boots back up long press the home button and you should have either the assistant or on tap.
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Or sometimes if you have a custom DPI set it won't work.

t2jbird said:
Don't set a home button shortcut in Nova - leave it default. Clear all the data from Google app and the cache from play services, and then reboot. When it boots back up long press the home button and you should have either the assistant or on tap.
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Or sometimes if you have a custom DPI set it won't work.
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Tried that and I still get the Chinese voice thing.

lafester said:
Tried that and I still get the Chinese voice thing.
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I've never used a Chinese variant but if you're rooted, couldn't you disable the Chinese voice app with titanium backup?

Did that a few minutes ago, now I just get nothing.

lafester said:
Did that a few minutes ago, now I just get nothing.
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Try the Get Assistant app in the play store, or I think there's a Magisk module to enable assistant. I'm out of ideas though lol

t2jbird said:
Don't set a home button shortcut in Nova - leave it default. Clear all the data from Google app and the cache from play services, and then reboot. When it boots back up long press the home button and you should have either the assistant or on tap.
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Or sometimes if you have a custom DPI set it won't work.
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Hey im running custom dpi on nougat axon 7 us and this broke the assistant. can't activate it by holding home button. you got any idea if it can be fixed?

Nik2424 said:
Hey im running custom dpi on nougat axon 7 us and this broke the assistant. can't activate it by holding home button. you got any idea if it can be fixed?
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Not without using one of the preset DPIs in the display settings.

t2jbird said:
Not without using one of the preset DPIs in the display settings.
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Oh wow, this is hell man. not even a patch or any workaround? I happen to really enjoy the increased usability that comes with the custom dpi. I tried googling for answers but no luck.

Do you access the assistant through a long press on home button. On Chinese axon 7 this is not possible as the language needs to be set as Chinese

This is what I get

Nik2424 said:
Oh wow, this is hell man. not even a patch or any workaround? I happen to really enjoy the increased usability that comes with the custom dpi. I tried googling for answers but no luck.
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There's a adb command to set dpi.. haven't tried this personally on this phone but this should work on any android.
adb shell wm density DPI && adb reboot
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If you have twrp, just go to terminal and type "wm density DPI" then reboot.
Now we just change the DPI in the command to our default value. 640 I think, not sure though.

You can change the DPI in settings>display if you're on nougat..

How do you enable the home button to open up Google assistant? Just says it needs Chinese language

I have assistant in Google app. Changed voice button to search but it's still the old Google home voice!!! Why no option to set up the assistant

Do you manage to say "Ok Google" at any time working? Here in my phone this option is greyed and I cannot use it. Google Assistent does appears in Google, Search options in settings, and it seems to be turned on, also Google is selected in Assist & voice input and My Voice is disabled. I cannot whatelse to configure... It seems that My Voice blocks long press home functions for me.

Disable Bixby Vision Pop-up In Camera?

Has anyone figured out how to disable the obnoxious notification to enable Bixby Vision every time you open the camera app??
It doesn't seem to matter how many times I close it, it continues to pop up every time I open the camera.

The popup doesn't show anymore after you actually try it. Worked for me.

The G Dept. said:
The popup doesn't show anymore after you actually try it. Worked for me.
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Thanks, I'll give it a shot.

I'm kinda screwed I guess because I completely disabled Bixby and I see that stupid popup every time. Guess I'll need to re-enable Bixby, tap that shortcut, and disable it again.

Lucky Armpit said:
I'm kinda screwed I guess because I completely disabled Bixby and I see that stupid popup every time. Guess I'll need to re-enable Bixby, tap that shortcut, and disable it again.
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What did you use to disable Bixby, and what happens now when you accidentally hit that button? TIA.

Dr. Fed said:
What did you use to disable Bixby, and what happens now when you accidentally hit that button? TIA.
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I used BK Package Disabler on the Google Play Store. It was $1.49. Completely disabled Bixby and used All In One Actions to remap the Bixby button to launch Google Now. Works perfectly!

Lucky Armpit said:
I used BK Package Disabler on the Google Play Store. It was $1.49. Completely disabled Bixby and used All In One Actions to remap the Bixby button to launch Google Now. Works perfectly!
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Did you take any software updates yet since getting the phone? I'm just curious if BK Disabler will still work properly after taking the update that killed the Bixby button remap.
I was using BxActions to remap the button, but I knowingly took the update (TMobile) anyhow. It would be nice to disable Bixby completely, maybe this Disabler you used is the way to go.

I think the phone downloaded an update during setup but so far I'm good to go. Maybe those updates are Carrier-specific? I'm on Verizon. If my Bixby button remap gets killed I'll let everyone know.

The BK Package Disabler still works on my Verizon S8+, even after today's update. I don't know about the key mapper.

I bought PD Pro this AM and tried disabling Bixby Vision. It made the camera crash every time I opened it. I restored it ok. Now I am going to try the "use it once" method that I missed the first time.

What about disabling the popup when you go to view photos in the gallery? That still seems to have the popup, even after using it once.

Still can't rid my phone of this annoyance ..Ridiculous !!!

delete this file VisionIntelligence by rootexplorer
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Disable Bixby Vision Pop-up In Camera
Delete this foler by rootexplorer /system -app - VisionIntelligence

I'm not sure how, but I'm no longer getting the popup. Been at least 4 days since I last had it when opening the camera app. Never actually tried out the feature either. Maybe it just stops after so long? I'm not sure.

If you go through the prompt to start the bixby vision you're then agreeing to all their sharing terms which I don't want to do.
Additionally it's bringing up this little dot on every picture in my gallery and if you click the dot it wants to launch the bixby thing again. This is soooo annoying

Lucky Armpit said:
I used BK Package Disabler on the Google Play Store. It was $1.49. Completely disabled Bixby and used All In One Actions to remap the Bixby button to launch Google Now. Works perfectly!
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Hey All in on actions is not in play store..you thing all in one gesture?thanx

Dangit, is there a way to remove it without agreeing to share data( launching Bixby requiring sharing with inrix 4square and uber?!)

Thx for the camera tip. Bixby is really invasive. I hate it.

NoTolerance said:
Has anyone figured out how to disable the obnoxious notification to enable Bixby Vision every time you open the camera app??
It doesn't seem to matter how many times I close it, it continues to pop up every time I open the camera.
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It's VERY easy to disable the popup.
Long press anywhere on the homescreen, then swipe left and you will see a little slider to turn bixby on/off.
Just select OFF and voila.....no more annoying bixby popup in the camera app!!
press thanks If I helped
Matt

matthew33 said:
It's VERY easy to disable the popup.
Long press anywhere on the homescreen, then swipe left and you will see a little slider to turn bixby on/off.
Just select OFF and voila.....no more annoying bixby popup in the camera app!!
press thanks If I helped
Matt
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use titanium backup to freeze bixby home and bixby vision, that git rid ofbit for me!
Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Do you accidentally press on the Bixby button?

Or maybe you got used to the higher placement of the volume rocker?

PieTries said:
Or maybe you got used to the higher placement of the volume rocker?
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Yea I guess it will take some time to get used to new volume buttons placement

Yes, most annoying thing on this phone.

zdeev said:
Yes, most annoying thing on this phone.
Verstuurd vanaf mijn SM-G950F met Tapatalk
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But you're ok with it right? It's not something which would make your return the phone.

PieTries said:
But you're ok with it right? It's not something which would make your return the phone.
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I'm ok with it, mainly because eventually we will get to remap it to whatever we want. There are bixby apps out right now, but they don't work 100% for me and bixby sometimes comes through.
I do think the phone needs some getting used to after switching to it coming from the Nexus 6p. Mostly cause the Nexus is huuuge
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I just disabled the bixby apk's. Actually I left one that wasn't disabled as I read somewhere you needed to leave one running, but I used package disabler pro to disable the rest. That way the bixby button does nothing when pressed. Until Bixby is mature enough to be usable, I would rather not have the button do anything. I use google now for my voice assistant if I need a voice assistant (mainly for looking up an address while driving, although I can send a text via voice or other things like that). If Bixby gets updated to where it would be worth it to use then I may re-enable the bixby button and apk's.

all the time, especially when im trying to use the volume buttons as a shutter for the camera.

all the time...

Never
Maybe because I'm left-handed ?

I have my Bixby button remapped to the flashlight but would rather it not be there. Everyone seems to want it remapped to okay google but all you have to do is say okay google.

I've disabled it to do nothing.

zathus said:
I've disabled it to do nothing.
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How did you do this? It's getting on my nerves i won't be using it until we get a remap option
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seanie2322 said:
How did you do this? It's getting on my nerves i won't be using it until we get a remap option
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Package disabler pro, disable everything bixby

Yes. I tend to mistake the bixby button for the volume down key.
And I still hate the fingerprint scanner placement!

It was posted earlier in this thread that all you have to do is use package disabler pro and disable the Bixby apk's. It is really easy. Yes, you have to pay for package disabler pro in the play store.

At this point Bixby has straight up given up trying if I accidentally press the button.

I have it remapped to Google Now for now.

New to Android. Is there a way to disable bixby while the phone is locked. I enjoy the features it offers but I do not like how it opens with an accidental press in my pocket.

brianwh92 said:
New to Android. Is there a way to disable bixby while the phone is locked. I enjoy the features it offers but I do not like how it opens with an accidental press in my pocket.
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Download package disabler pro and disable everything bixby

Samsung finally lets you disable the annoying Bixby button

https://www.theverge.com/circuitbre...samsung-bixby-button-galaxy-s8-note-8-disable

Has anyone received the update?

I just updated my unlocked S8 plus. Once Bixby updated I got the settings symbol and it gave me the option to turn off the button. This is great.
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winwiz said:
Has anyone received the update?
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Yup, I got it, and it works as advertised.

The same thing with turn off switch. But after I switched it, in the first nothing happened, in the second this switch disappeared. The bixby button still starts it (((

on screen off the bixby button still waking up the phone .. even after switched of on updated setting.

crayonyes said:
on screen off the bixby button still waking up the phone .. even after switched of on updated setting.
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Yes, I see the same, but at least it doesn't wake Bixby.

cam30era said:
Yup, I got it, and it works as advertised.
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How big is the update?

rogerandgina said:
How big is the update?
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I couldn't tell you. Need to go into Galaxy Apps/Settings/updates and update all.

rogerandgina said:
How big is the update?[/Q
Around 50mb
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Updated to latest, still no bixby key ... tried go to apps>bixby home and clear data and cache which triggered bixby setup process and I saw bixby key on dashboard then turned off and again same issue no bixby key on settings and button still works arrgh ... I have unlocked s8+ US midnight blue

bixy apk install method non rooted s8 plus button fix version ?

hasanben35 said:
bixy apk install method non rooted s8 plus button fix version ?
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Bixby Home version 2.0.03.3.

I installed the apk, saw the option from the pull down and after enabling it, it disappeared. Not in the settings either and although I selected to disable it,it isn't working.

rquinn19 said:
I installed the apk, saw the option from the pull down and after enabling it, it disappeared. Not in the settings either and although I selected to disable it,it isn't working.
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go to bixby home and press the settings logo on top right the option to disable the button will show up directly , dont go into bixby settings just press the settings logo in bixby home

Still wakes te phone accidentally when I pull it off my pocket. Well, it's half fixed at least, but I see Samsung's point: why would we need a button there which does nothing. .

I've had it disabled completely (pressing button does nothing, ever) since June. Just use BK package disabler (no root required) to disable ALL bixby related apps.

Button Mapper: Remap Bixby and other buttons (no limitations if rooted)

If the Bixby button is bothering you, I present an alternative method for remapping it to whatever you want using Button Mapper. On the Note 9 specifically, there are some differences in the way Button Mapper works compared to other Bixby remappers. I am the developer of this app and intentionally made it work differently so you have a choice. Button Mapper version 0.75 or later is required for the Note 9, check links at bottom of post.
Please note that if you have rooted your Note 9, Button Mapper allows single, double and long press native Bixby remapping that works perfectly with no limitations whatsoever.
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Advantages:
-Bixby never appears, it can be completely disabled and remapping still works
-Single press and long press actions available
-native remapping, meaning it's faster. No polling involved, it reacts to the button press input event
-far more actions and features available than other remapping apps
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Disadvantage:
-must run adb shell command after every boot
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The disadvantage is not that bad, because you don't need to restart your device very often. I often let my phones run for weeks without reboot.
Please don't complain about having to do the adb command after every boot. I'm simply presenting this as an alternative method for interested users who would like to put in a little extra effort to get a better experience. If this is not for you, just move on and use something else.
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Button Mapper is free on Google Play or XDA Labs (version 0.75 or later is required for Note 9 support)
XDA Labs (latest version always available)
https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/flar2.homebutton
Google Play (version with Note 9 support may not be available yet)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=flar2.homebutton

I almost never reboot my device unless I have something to flash. I am very familiar with debloating my devices via ADB. I will give it a try. Thank you for offering a way for non-root users to remap the Bixby button.

This is the best app for remapping the Bixby button to something useful. Works perfectly on my Note 9 even with Bixby 2.0. People shouldn't even bother with any other app.
It takes a 30-second ADB session and you're all set. No lag, no Bixby popups. The only niggle is it needs to be restarted every reboot but that's not a big deal.
I've used BXActions but I prefer this a whole lot more. Just a cleaner experience.

Whoa.. thanks man.
This is just like I remapped the button on my rooted S8. Cant wait to try it.
I have a question though. Is it possible to run the adb from within the phone itself? I know theres a terminal app, but I believe it needs root? I can't remember.
Thanks.

Not sure what I did wrong. I was able to remap both the single press and long press, but it does the customized action as well as launch Bixby voice at the same time.
I'm happy with just disabling Bixby voice really. My device is not rooted.
Edit: Just figured out what I missed. I forgot to add "-d" to the adb command to disable Bixby assistant. Now it works perfectly. Sorry for being a dumbass. lol

MasK said:
Whoa.. thanks man.
This is just like I remapped the button on my rooted S8. Cant wait to try it.
I have a question though. Is it possible to run the adb from within the phone itself? I know theres a terminal app, but I believe it needs root? I can't remember.
Thanks.
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It's impossible to run the command from the phone, unfortunately.

Thanks flar2!! I really appreciate all of the work that you do. This is my 3rd app that I've purchased from you, and it won't be the last! I was using bxActions, but that app pales in comparison to this button mapper. I'm just glad I stumbled across this thread. Button Mapper Pro has made my Note 9 complete, thanks again for everything you do. I look forward to what ever is next.

Hi @flar2,
In note 9, there's a system default option to control media volume using the vol buttons. See attached pic.
But when I enable vol buttons on the mapper, it results to controlling the ringtone. And even if the toggle is on for the media control, the app still overrides the action.
I see there's a pro setting to gain back the media volume.

otaconremo said:
Hi @flar2,
In note 9, there's a system default option to control media volume using the vol buttons. See attached pic.
But when I enable vol buttons on the mapper, it results to controlling the ringtone. And even if the toggle is on for the media control, the app still overrides the action.
I see there's a pro setting to gain back the media volume.
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The app has no way of knowing about that setting, so it is ignored. You can use the default to media option in Button Mapper

Any way to get it working by pressing whilst screen is off?

poczynek said:
Any way to get it working by pressing whilst screen is off?
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Bixby works with the screen off by default

After using bxactions for a few days, I decided to try this app instead, and it works ALOT better! Thank you OP.
I almost never reboot my phones, so the adb thing is no big deal for me.

As much as I like bxActions, I even ended up buying the pro version, I can't help but say this just works better. I made the adb command into a batch file that I can just double click so that's not much of an issue, but I do have a couple questions/requests:
Is it normal for double tap to be greyed out? Can you add an immersive toggle to the list of available commands?
One thing I liked about bxActions is the ability to change what the button does while locked/lockscreen vs unlocked, is it possible to implement that here too?
Thanks!

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As much as I like bxActions, I even ended up buying the pro version, I can't help but say this just works better. I made the adb command into a batch file that I can just double click so that's not much of an issue, but I do have a couple questions/requests:
Is it normal for double tap to be greyed out? Can you add an immersive toggle to the list of available commands?
One thing I liked about bxActions is the ability to change what the button does while locked/lockscreen vs unlocked, is it possible to implement that here too?
Thanks!
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I'm looking into double tap. Currently it's not available for Bixby on the N9.

Note 9 lock and home
Note nine lock and home

Hey there, using this app on my Note 9 instead of bxActions. I can say its working much better but Im missing a few features. Is it possible to have a Sound/Vibrate Toggle like bxActions without going though DND mode, like on IOS? A fullscreen mode toggle action would also be really useful.
Also having different actions for buttonpresses while locked vs. unlocked would be great. Thank you!

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Note nine lock and home
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cool, but how does this relate to the button mapper in any way?

@flar2:
Whenever I use USB tethering, button mapper stops working until I run the adb command again, do you know what causes this? So apparently its not only a phone reboot that deletes the adb settings but also usb tethering

destz0r said:
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Whenever I use USB tethering, button mapper stops working until I run the adb command again, do you know what causes this? So apparently its not only a phone reboot that deletes the adb settings but also usb tethering
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I have no idea about this

Note 9. Same to me. Phone reboot deletes the adb settings. And if i use toggle flashlight then bixby startscreen goes ON