Remove Amazon lockscreen ads w/ ADB - Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development

Please do NOT continue with this tutorial. This method has been improved, and has moved to another thread which you can visit by clicking here. Thank you for you're understanding!
I have finally found a highly effective solution to remove lockscreen ads from the Fire Tablets. If you want to COMPLETELY remove ads without them coming back randomly this is the post for you. So without further ado let's get started.
All you will need is:
Fire Tablet
USB Cable
USB Debugging enabled
And a computer
1. Next you will need to download Settings Database Editor by 4A from the Play Store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=by4a.setedit22
Once the app is installed DO NOT open it. Proceed to the next step.
2. Enable USB debugging, if you need help refer to this website:
https://www.howtogeek.com/129728/how-to-access-the-developer-options-menu-and-enable-usb-debugging-on-android-4.2/
3. Once USB debugging is enabled plug your tablet into your PC.
Now you will need to open a Command Prompt (Windows) or a Terminal (Linux) session.
Now type the following commands EXACTLY as they appear on screen:
Code:
adb shell pm grant by4a.setedit22 android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
You will know if the command has work successfully if it does not return an error after executing the command.
4. Now you can close the Terminal/Command Prompt and unplug your device from the PC.
5. Open Settings Database Editor. Once in the app look for a drop down menu that by default should say "System Table" tap on it and select "Global Table" from the drop down menu.
6. Find the following line of code:
Code:
"LOCKSCREEN_AD_ENABLED" "1"
Now to disable the lockscreen ads go ahead and tap on it. A box should pull up with a 1 already inserted, now delete the 1 and replace it with a 0. Now reboot your Fire Tablet! Once it reboots the Lockscreen ads should be no more. Thanks for taking the time to read this post and have a wonderful day!
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Hey Monkeybomb, great work!
i'm experiencing an odd behavior though with this, apparently, if you let your tablet naturally go back to sleep (display times out) the ads will come back. any ideas on how to prevent that, other than disabling screen timeout?

hinxman said:
Hey Monkeybomb, great work!
i'm experiencing an odd behavior though with this, apparently, if you let your tablet naturally go back to sleep (display times out) the ads will come back. any ideas on how to prevent that, other than disabling screen timeout?
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That would be the only way unless you are on 5.4.0.0 then you can disable system apps.

Just hitting the "thanks" button is not enough in this case. THANKS!
How did you figure that out? What did you do to get to this solution? And again, thanks!

GoodSoul said:
Just hitting the "thanks" button is not enough in this case. THANKS!
How did you figure that out? What did you do to get to this solution? And again, thanks!
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Glad I could help you out! The Settings Database is where Android stores all of the values for each setting. By using the Settings Database Editor app we can manually change the values located in the settings.db file. Apparently, the only other known method to disable ads on the Fire Tablet is to removed the Amazon Offers app through ADB which sadly can no longer be done because Amazon has blocked the ADB command after the latest system update. The idea came to me when I was interested to see if Amazon was storing a value in the settings database governing the lockscreen ads and much to my surprise there it was! By using the Database Editor app we are able to change the value and thus removing the ads without the use of a PC (after you grant the app access to change system settings of course).

hinxman said:
Hey Monkeybomb, great work!
i'm experiencing an odd behavior though with this, apparently, if you let your tablet naturally go back to sleep (display times out) the ads will come back. any ideas on how to prevent that, other than disabling screen timeout?
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Thank you for your kind words!
Unfortunately I don't know another way with this method. I'am however working on an app that can automatically perform the actions of disabling the lockscreen ads without user interaction. I will keep you all updated as I continue to make progress

hinxman said:
Hey Monkeybomb, great work!
i'm experiencing an odd behavior though with this, apparently, if you let your tablet naturally go back to sleep (display times out) the ads will come back. any ideas on how to prevent that, other than disabling screen timeout?
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I have a method that will completely remove ads, even when the device sleeps, reboots, etc. I will share more information with you guys soon. Stay tuned

You can also try the amazon representative chat method. They removed mine very easily. I just said it blocks my notifications. Without any problem they removed my ads.

Alright guys I've successfully posted my new method. I PROMISE it will remove the ads for GOOD. Thanks guys!
Link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/development/remove-amazon-lockscreen-ads-adb-t3784848

I found simply disabling the kindle special offer will work.
Device must be rooted already.
adb shell
su
pm disable com.amazon.kindle.kso
Then change
LOCKSCREEN_AD_ENABLED
to 0.

Works on 2015 Fire 7. Thank you!

Many, many thanks, bro!!! I picked up a 7" 2017 Fire tablet and can attest that your fix works on 5.6.1, the latest OS. I use this tablet strictly as a touchscreen wifi universal remote control for Harmony, Nest, etc. No ads make it even better, now! :good:

spoofykid said:
Works on 2015 Fire 7. Thank you!
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Hi Spoofy,
While this method does work and it will remove the ads it will only remove them temporarily. The ads sadly will return. However I have perfected this method by making a script that will remove the ads permeantly. Please check out the updated thread located here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/development/remove-amazon-lockscreen-ads-adb-t3784848 thanks for your understanding.

New thread on this method.
jswriter said:
Many, many thanks, bro!!! I picked up a 7" 2017 Fire tablet and can attest that your fix works on 5.6.1, the latest OS. I use this tablet strictly as a touchscreen wifi universal remote control for Harmony, Nest, etc. No ads make it even better, now! :good:
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Hi jswriter,
I'm so happy that I could help you out with this method. I think it's very cool what you are using the tablet for! However I need to let you know that this method isn't perminant and the lockscreen ads will return. Fortunately, I have posted a new thread on this method that WILL prevent the lockscreen ads from returning and is a perminant solution. Please visit the thread for details. https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/development/remove-amazon-lockscreen-ads-adb-t3784848 thanks for your understanding. Have a great day!

Tested this with my new Fire HD 10 and Fire OS 7.3.1.1 and it works only for a few seconds/minutes.

killercorny said:
Tested this with my new Fire HD 10 and Fire OS 7.3.1.1 and it works only for a few seconds/minutes.
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Read OP; method depreciated.

Worked like a charm in Fire HD 2018 Fire OS 6.3.1.5. Thank you!

Related

[ROM] MIUI.US Kindle Fire 2.1.20 EVEN MORE NEW FEATURES

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Presents the Official
MIUI 2.1.20
With new volume slider in pull down menu as well as options to change home screen grid
This is a community support ROM only!
Installation
1. Make sure you are rooted- If not then use Jcase's burrito root! Simple as 1 2 3
2. Put rom on the root of SD
3. Wipe system / Factory Reset/ Cache / Davlik
4. Flash the rom zip
5. Reboot
** what i have found is the boot animation may cycle twice before fully booting. Also after flash when you hit reboot sometimes it brings up the TWRP screen again. If that happens just hit reboot. Since there is not hard buttons on kindle we included Button Savior you will see if on the right side of screen by default​
Pics
If you like what you flash please considering donating. Please if you do tell through paypal that you are donating to KINDLE so I can forward some money to the people below for their efforts as well.
DOWNLOAD HERE
http://goo.gl/wjjh6​
There are people that need to be thanked
My wife for being patient with me during the time I couldnt get it booted and was a prick to be around
SuperKid {@superkid_tweets} - This mans a beast
|0xD34D| - This man is also a beast
Wdfowty {@Wdfowty}- Moral support and testing
All my fellow Miui.us founders
Cyanogen - Of course
Makers of Button Savior
As always thanks for visiting MIUI.US the best place to get your MIUI fix.!!!!!
I'm in a flashing mood. I'm going to.give this a.go!
Please tell me what you think..
I'm about to flash this bad boy right now. Quick question is a gapps needed?
does everything work?
Wifi, sound etc..?
NVM must of missed that line when I read it the first time...my bad
About to give this a go. I'm sure he will update the OP guys......
Stand by. OP says everything working but themes and video.
nice, gonna download this when I get off work n give it a go!
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performance is great. 2794 in Quadrant, 5500+ in Antutu.
and that's at 1ghz! Fantastic!
I can't figure out how to invoke button savior - i see the little tab on the side but i can't get it to pull out. Suggestions?
DeerSteak said:
I can't figure out how to invoke button savior - i see the little tab on the side but i can't get it to pull out. Suggestions?
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Just tap it, should work (does for me)
installed it, not bad at all. first glance just a few graphical glitches. when I open a app like settings, the notification bar looks almost covered, and a few keyboard layouts were odly colored. very nice work sofar. I couldn't get it to connect to wifi but that could be cuz I tethering off my phone. but I already adjusted the settings to make it work, shrug. good job so far tho
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Amazon Video
Hi,
Is it possible to watch Amazon Video with this ROM? Or any alternative way to get Amazon video?
I just rooted my Fire and when I want to use video, I use OTA root keeper.
I like MiUi rather than MC7 stock and hesitate to install to void my amazon prime video streaming. Thanks in advanced.
smirkis said:
installed it, not bad at all. first glance just a few graphical glitches. when I open a app like settings, the notification bar looks almost covered, and a few keyboard layouts were odly colored.
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the notification bar glitches is an issue with MiUi. the nook Colorado has the same glitch at 160 density.
fr4nk1yn said:
the notification bar glitches is an issue with MiUi. the nook Colorado has the same glitch at 160 density.
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Haha. Typo
But, im seeing the keyboard issue and statusbar issie as i am typing this. Havent tested much, but i know that a few apps force close before even opening.
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wdfowty said:
Just tap it, should work (does for me)
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Had to re-wipe data, in case anyone else has this problem. Thanks for the clarification.
Edit: I don't think the accelerometer is working, either. Rotation isn't working, even when I turn on the 180-degree option.
Themes should be fixed by adding init.d support into the kernel
Type this into a terminal emulator... Its a temporaray fix.... But hasnt been tested yet..
su
exec /system/etc/init.d/06defaulttheme
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i get a 404 error when I try to download
Ok I installed no problems, few graphical glitches like in the browser( no biggie though).
My issues and observations and maybe I can be corrected:
-Cannot access MyApps in the Market.
EDIT: Nevermind, by pushing the app drawer icon on the right hand side on Button Savior that resolved it.
-You can download facebook, twitter, maps, most all apps from the market.
-Video plays from Netflix, although their does appear to be a 1 or 2 second delay between audio and video.
vanduhl said:
i get a 404 error when I try to download
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Same here. Could someone fix the link or upload the zip to Mediafire or something?
Uploading to mediafire now, will post linke when done.
EDIT: Removed link per OP asking indirectly Gonna reflash and check out video playback.

FTV Fixes For Rooted Users

This is for all of those things that make Fire TV irritating at times like the frustrating search keyboard that always pops up when using a browser.
There has got to be an app or service you can disable to make the onscreen search keyboard stop appearing so we can seamlessly use any web browser uninterrupted.
Maybe we can also get a different onscreen keyboard that can be toggled if needed for whatever reason.
Whenever a fix for removing the onscreen search is found,or if it was already found,please post it in this thread with instructions on how to do it.
retroben said:
This is for all of those things that make Fire TV irritating at times like the frustrating search keyboard that always pops up when using a browser.
There has got to be an app or service you can disable to make the onscreen search keyboard stop appearing so we can seamlessly use any web browser uninterrupted.
Maybe we can also get a different onscreen keyboard that can be toggled if needed for whatever reason.
Whenever a fix for removing the onscreen search is found,or if it was already found,please post it in this thread with instructions on how to do it.
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There's an app called Null Keyboard but without the ability to select a different keyboard It's not usable. :/
Seems a bit pointless to mention it at all,in that case. lol
Just want to sedate the onscreen search box.
The biggest drawbacks are that you can't go back to a certain word to edit it,and you can't hit enter to make a new line for more sentences.
It also automatically reloads the page in flash browser,and it always randomly appears in FireFox simply because a search bar exists on the webpage you navigated to and it also manipulates the page when backing out,thus opening again immediately when the page loads again,possibly trapping you in an infinite loop unless you press the home button to leave it entirely.
In some cases,it can be inescapable even after typing something.
Another thing to fix by changing it is microphone acccess for apps that utilize it.
I don't know if this can be fixed wthout getting something custom.
Sideload Apps to Appear on Homescreen
I would love the ability to get my sideloaded apps to appear on the homepage and recent launcher. Any ideas?
michaelpat87 said:
I would love the ability to get my sideloaded apps to appear on the homepage and recent launcher. Any ideas?
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You can try the firedtv launcher from the themes + apps forums. Not default but sounds like it does what you want.
michaelpat87 said:
I would love the ability to get my sideloaded apps to appear on the homepage and recent launcher. Any ideas?
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got mine showin up
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53481499
read through the post..
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Then if u wanna change the icons
http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=191109&pid=1735001#pid1735001
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Was looking around on fire tv and found /system/etc/whitelist.json. It looks like it's a whitelist of app names that are shown on the launcher but I'm not exactly sure. Maybe someone else knows more about it.. Haven't seen any mention of it so just wanna throw it out there.
{
"packages": [
"com.sega.sonic4ep2",
"com.retrobomb.expendablerearmed",
"com.sega.sonic4epi",
"com.sega.jetsetradioasia",
"tunein.player",
"com.gameloft.android.AMAZ.GloftA7AS",
"com.FDGEntertainment.BeyondYnth",
"com.gameresort.sz2amazon",
"com.inxile.BardTale",
"beril.mootor.gmc",
"com.gotv.crackle.handset",
"com.pandora.android.gtv",
"com.revision3.android.revision3",
"com.showtime.showtimeanytime",
"com.vevo.vevoamazontv",
"com.southwindsgames.ac",
"com.southwindsgames.am2m",
"com.bigfishgames.depthsofbetrayalamznfree",
"com.zynga.livepoker",
"com.naturalmotion.myhorse",
"com.mediocre.sprinkle.amazon",
"jp.co.sega.vtc.OneApk",
"com.sanriodigital.amazon.helloKittyGarden",
"com.gosub60.BigWinSlots",
"com.hulu.plus",
"com.espn.gtv",
"com.clearchannel.iheartradio.tv",
"com.bloomberg.btva",
"com.liquidentertainment.papergalaxydeluxe",
"se.fatshark.hamiltonfree",
"air.com.kickbackgames.meleeman",
"air.com.kickbackgames.recursion",
"com.amazon.avidity.yolanda",
"com.vectorunit.redvixen"
],
"patterns": [
"com\.amazon\.*"
]
}
{ParanoiA} said:
Was looking around on fire tv and found /system/etc/whitelist.json. It looks like it's a whitelist of app names that are shown on the launcher but I'm not exactly sure. Maybe someone else knows more about it.. Haven't seen any mention of it so just wanna throw it out there.
{
"packages": [
"com.sega.sonic4ep2",
"com.retrobomb.expendablerearmed",
"com.sega.sonic4epi",
"com.sega.jetsetradioasia",
"tunein.player",
"com.gameloft.android.AMAZ.GloftA7AS",
"com.FDGEntertainment.BeyondYnth",
"com.gameresort.sz2amazon",
"com.inxile.BardTale",
"beril.mootor.gmc",
"com.gotv.crackle.handset",
"com.pandora.android.gtv",
"com.revision3.android.revision3",
"com.showtime.showtimeanytime",
"com.vevo.vevoamazontv",
"com.southwindsgames.ac",
"com.southwindsgames.am2m",
"com.bigfishgames.depthsofbetrayalamznfree",
"com.zynga.livepoker",
"com.naturalmotion.myhorse",
"com.mediocre.sprinkle.amazon",
"jp.co.sega.vtc.OneApk",
"com.sanriodigital.amazon.helloKittyGarden",
"com.gosub60.BigWinSlots",
"com.hulu.plus",
"com.espn.gtv",
"com.clearchannel.iheartradio.tv",
"com.bloomberg.btva",
"com.liquidentertainment.papergalaxydeluxe",
"se.fatshark.hamiltonfree",
"air.com.kickbackgames.meleeman",
"air.com.kickbackgames.recursion",
"com.amazon.avidity.yolanda",
"com.vectorunit.redvixen"
],
"patterns": [
"com\.amazon\.*"
]
}
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Hmmm that is interesting:
_https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sanriodigital.google.helloKittyGarden
_????????????????????????????????????id=com.sanriodigital.amazon.helloKittyGarden
_https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gameresort.sz2google
_????????????????????????????????????id=com.gameresort.sz2amazon
There seems to be a relation to the Amazon vs Google Play Store.....
{ParanoiA} said:
Was looking around on fire tv and found /system/etc/whitelist.json. It looks like it's a whitelist of app names that are shown on the launcher but I'm not exactly sure. Maybe someone else knows more about it.. Haven't seen any mention of it so just wanna throw it out there.
{
"packages": [
"com.sega.sonic4ep2",
"com.retrobomb.expendablerearmed",
"com.sega.sonic4epi",
"com.sega.jetsetradioasia",
"tunein.player",
"com.gameloft.android.AMAZ.GloftA7AS",
"com.FDGEntertainment.BeyondYnth",
"com.gameresort.sz2amazon",
"com.inxile.BardTale",
"beril.mootor.gmc",
"com.gotv.crackle.handset",
"com.pandora.android.gtv",
"com.revision3.android.revision3",
"com.showtime.showtimeanytime",
"com.vevo.vevoamazontv",
"com.southwindsgames.ac",
"com.southwindsgames.am2m",
"com.bigfishgames.depthsofbetrayalamznfree",
"com.zynga.livepoker",
"com.naturalmotion.myhorse",
"com.mediocre.sprinkle.amazon",
"jp.co.sega.vtc.OneApk",
"com.sanriodigital.amazon.helloKittyGarden",
"com.gosub60.BigWinSlots",
"com.hulu.plus",
"com.espn.gtv",
"com.clearchannel.iheartradio.tv",
"com.bloomberg.btva",
"com.liquidentertainment.papergalaxydeluxe",
"se.fatshark.hamiltonfree",
"air.com.kickbackgames.meleeman",
"air.com.kickbackgames.recursion",
"com.amazon.avidity.yolanda",
"com.vectorunit.redvixen"
],
"patterns": [
"com\.amazon\.*"
]
}
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That is pretty interesting. The last part (patterns) looks like it whitelists anything for amazon. Wonder if we can just use "*" and have every installed app show?
edit: nope, wildcard didn't work.
edit2: maybe the pattern needs to be "*\.*\.*"?
edit3: nope.
userr12 said:
Hmmm that is interesting:
_https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sanriodigital.google.helloKittyGarden
_????????????????????????????????????id=com.sanriodigital.amazon.helloKittyGarden
_https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gameresort.sz2google
_????????????????????????????????????id=com.gameresort.sz2amazon
There seems to be a relation to the Amazon vs Google Play Store.....
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Where are the strings coming from with the question marks in them? I doni't see them in the JSON file.
I tried appending org.xbmc.xbmc to the list with no effect.
I think a JSON call is some flavor of database call, and what the list is really saying is "these apps can make that call."
Luxferro said:
That is pretty interesting. The last part (patterns) looks like it whitelists anything for amazon. Wonder if we can just use "*" and have every installed app show?
edit: nope, wildcard didn't work.
edit2: maybe the pattern needs to be "*\.*\.*"?
edit3: nope.
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How about XBMC package "org.xbmc.xbmc" ? bust
roustabout said:
Where are the strings coming from with the question marks in them? I doni't see them in the JSON file.
I tried appending org.xbmc.xbmc to the list with no effect.
I think a JSON call is some flavor of database call, and what the list is really saying is "these apps can make that call."
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I just thought it was striking that the google play store url was so similar to the the listed amazon packages, thought that might give a opening to change "amazon" into "play.google" somewhere to get acces to google instead of amazon apps directly.
userr12 said:
I just thought it was striking that the google play store url was so similar to the the listed amazon packages, thought that might give a opening to change "amazon" into "play.google" somewhere to get acces to google instead of amazon apps directly.
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It has nothing to do with urls. Those are the package names and the developers just decided to name their packages in a way that you can tell if it was from Google or Amazon. Also, the "Your Apps Library" will only show apps in your Amazon Cloud. You'll notice if for some reason the Fire TV can't connect to the Internet, every menu is empty. It's all loaded with content directly from Amazon. I have an idea for an xposed module to add an extra row to show sideloaded apps in the Apps menu, but it'll be a little tricky.
If it has an app,we need to know what the name is for the onscreen search box so it can be disabled for web browsers and other things it causes major problems for.
It has simethis to do with kiwi.. Look at what in the amazon apps apk.. Its got kiwi stuff and other files..
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LiquidXed said:
It has simethis to do with kiwi.. Look at what in the amazon apps apk.. Its got kiwi stuff and other files..
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Are you sure about that?
I personally thought its the whitlist for the WebView/WebChromeClient. Noticed that the AFTV blocks externals links, but not from these apps (tested hulu+ and vevo).

op5t face unlock for any Android phone 7.0+

Hello guys,
One of the YouTuber has shown how to get a op5t face ID on any Android device.
Here are the details:
The OnePlus 5T was just released, and it's packing several new useful features. While many OnePlus 5 buyers are feeling frustrated with the quick release cycle, lots of fans are still clamoring to buy the new device. Aside from the larger screen, most of the buzz around the 5T has centered around the new face unlock method. Thanks to a clever hack, you can now get this feature on almost any phone!
In addition to being extremely accurate, the new method speeds up the overall unlocking process. Google already built face unlocking into the Smart Lock feature of Android, but it has a significant drawback: When using Smart Lock's version of facial recognition, users must swipe up on the lock screen after the phone is unlocked. Similar to Apple's Face ID setup, this is an annoying and unnecessary step that companies like Samsung and LG have already done away with in their recognition algorithms. Luckily, it's incredibly quick and easy to enable the OnePlus 5T's lock screen bypass method.
The only requirement here is that your phone is running Android 7.0 or higher, so if you're interested in a quick video tutorial on this process, check out our guide embedded below. If you want the nitty gritty details, read on for the full rundown.
Step 1
Join the Beta for AutoInput
The new auto-unlocking functionality is currently a beta feature in developer João Dias' AutoInput app, so you'll need to join the beta program in order to try it. In order to join the Beta, you first need to join the Google+ Community for AutoApps. Simply tap on the "Join" button on the Google+ page to become a member of the community. After joining the G+ Community, head to the link below and make sure you're signed in with the same Google account you use on your Android device, then tap the "Become a Tester" button.
Link to join for beta program :
https://plus.google.com/communities/110193399489813640793
Join the AutoInput beta program :
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.joaomgcd.autoinput
Step 2
Download the Newest AutoInput Beta
Next, head over to the Google Play Store and install the latest version of the AutoInput app. You might need to wait up to 30 minutes after joining the beta program before the newest version will be available, so if the steps below don't work, check back on the Play Store for an update. You may notice that this app is actually a Tasker plug-in, but that isn't important here and we do not need Tasker to complete this hack.
Install AutoInput for free from the Google Play Store :
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joaomgcd.autoinput
Step 3
Start a Free Trial or Buy the Pro Version
In order to access all of the features in AutoInput, you will need to start a 7-day free trial of the app by tapping on "Start Trial." Alternatively, you can purchase the full version. The free trial is a good idea if you're not sure you will use the app on a long-term basis. If you do enjoy modding your phone regularly, AutoInput Pro can be purchased for only $1.99 and is an excellent value for use with Tasker.
Step 4
Activate the Accessibility Service in AutoInput
Like many apps that enable impressive hacks, AutoInput requires access to Accessibility Services to do its magic. When you open the app for the first time, you will notice a large block of red text prompting you to enable this needed service. Tapping on this dialog box will take you into Accessibility Services in your Settings menu. Scroll down to "AutoInput" and tap the toggle to enable it. Tap the back button a few times on your device to get back inside the AutoInput app.
Step 5
Enable 'Auto Dismiss Keyguard' in AutoInput
After enabling AutoInput in Accessibility Services, you will notice that the previous dialog box of red text in the app is gone. Below the new dialog box indicating accessibility is enabled, you will notice an option that says "Auto Dismiss Keyguard". Tap the toggle to enable this feature.
Step 6
Set a Trusted Face in Smart Lock
Finally, you're ready to set up your face unlock and give it a try. Head to Settings –> Security (or "Security and Location" on newer phones), then tap on "Smart Lock". From here you will need to enter your current PIN or pattern, if you have
YouTube video link : https://youtu.be/7UUwBYKCXhw
how to join beta program ?
Or you just activate Face Unlock that is already on the OnePlus 5 in Settings -> Security and Fingerprint -> Smart Lock -> Trusted Face.
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Aarju said:
how to join beta program ?
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Link updated in the post
Anyway here is the link :
https://plus.google.com/communities/110193399489813640793
dj_chapz said:
Or you just activate Face Unlock that is already on the OnePlus 5 in Settings -> Security and Fingerprint -> Smart Lock -> Trusted Face.
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This post is just to skip the swipe function for the face lock feature
Under 'smart lock', I have 'on body detection', 'trusted places' and 'trusted devices' only, nothing else.
Is there a trick to enable 'trusted faces'? Or perhaps it is unavailable on rooted devices; can someone please comfirm? Thank you.
would be great if this synergy with ambient display when we tilt our phone
Topsy Krett said:
Under 'smart lock', I have 'on body detection', 'trusted places' and 'trusted devices' only, nothing else.
Is there a trick to enable 'trusted faces'? Or perhaps it is unavailable on rooted devices; can someone please comfirm? Thank you.
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I have a rooted OnePlus 5 I'm able to use trusted face.
Try to disable and enable the smart Lock from trusted agents
It works well for me
Topsy Krett said:
Under 'smart lock', I have 'on body detection', 'trusted places' and 'trusted devices' only, nothing else.
Is there a trick to enable 'trusted faces'? Or perhaps it is unavailable on rooted devices; can someone please comfirm? Thank you.
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Which rom and gapps do you use?
That drains battery hell faster than it should
Working fine. But delay in unlocking. Thanks for detailed steps
It works but as other members say delayed at unlocking.. And it's not 100% works.. Sometimes work and sometimes it does not.. Thanks for the share...
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GAMIT PRUTHVI said:
I have a rooted OnePlus 5 I'm able to use trusted face.
Try to disable and enable the smart Lock from trusted agents
It works well for me
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Tried it, didn't work.
chinnu07 said:
Which rom and gapps do you use?
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I use xXx Rom based on OOS 4.5.14.
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Tried it, didn't work.
I use xXx Rom based on OOS 4.5.14.
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I was using the same.. And it was working for me.. Got to settings-security-smart lock-trusted face
chinnu07 said:
I was using the same.. And it was working for me.. Got to settings-security-smart lock-trusted face
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Screenshot link : imgur.com/gallery/xVNA7
I hope the image is visible...
When u first open smart lock i believe you will be asked for permission to camera
This is so bad. Configured as described and it works, it works even so good I can use my wife's, daughter or cats face to unlock it.
Topsy Krett said:
Under 'smart lock', I have 'on body detection', 'trusted places' and 'trusted devices' only, nothing else.
Is there a trick to enable 'trusted faces'? Or perhaps it is unavailable on rooted devices; can someone please comfirm? Thank you.
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If you're on custom rom then you need to flash nano Gapps or any bigger one than it to see this in you're list
rahul9999 said:
If you're on custom rom then you need to flash nano Gapps or any bigger one than it to see this in you're list
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Cool, I'll try it.
Also, I didn't get any permission request when opening smart lock for first time.
Anyway, it seems OOS face unlock will be coming soon with Oreo builds, so no issues :victory:
Thank you all for your help. Cheers.
I tried to unlock the phone with my photo and it worked. Thus this face unlock using smart unlock is very unreliable

Not receiving notifcations/Receiving them late - Note 10+/Exynos

Hey guys.
I have been using this phone for a number of days, and it seems like ever since I activated a battery saving option which I can't seem to single out, I stopped receiving notification when the phone is locked and/or I'm receiving them with a delay. receiving
I'm also having a problem with things that requires the phone to have an active data/wi-f- connection when locked, like WhatsApp Web or Google photos backup.
There is no data/wi-fi saving or limiting option enabled. I specifically added gmail, whatsapp and other app that I wish to receive lock notifications from to the "Not optimized" list.
I'm attaching my battery settings screenshots for reference.
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I would really appreciate your help.
Thanks.
This issue is old for like 2 years now.
Happening in my note 8, 9 and now 10.
Not a single solution that will work.
I'm having the same problem. Never had it before
Follow these steps! I found my Zedge app that controls my custom notifications in the 'Sleeping Apps' container. Once I removed the app, all my notifications started working again.
discothan said:
Follow these steps! I found my Zedge app that controls my custom notifications in the 'Sleeping Apps' container. Once I removed the app, all my notifications started working again.
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You posted a link to fantasy football, might want to check it and edit your post.
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Follow these steps! I found my Zedge app that controls my custom notifications in the 'Sleeping Apps' container. Once I removed the app, all my notifications started working again.
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I have Zedge installed but I didn't give it notification access. Your link is wrong :silly:
I had a similar issue with delayed notifications on my S10+ and turning off Adaptive battery helped. You can also try that and pls do post back if it helps. Thanks.
Having the same issues here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10+/help/apps-updating-phone-t3962558
It looks like disabling Adaptive Battery helped a bit, but it is still not perfect. In addition, I don't understand why adding the specific apps to the "Not Optimized" list does not affect anything.
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You posted a link to fantasy football, might want to check it and edit your post.
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I have Zedge installed but I didn't give it notification access. Your link is wrong :silly:
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SteveyJack said:
Having the same issues here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10+/help/apps-updating-phone-t3962558
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Sorry about that errant link to Fantasy Football.
Here is the link to follow to remove Apps that Adaptive Battery settings put in 'jail' so they won't ever run in the background.
Promise its not Fantasy Football but steps to help fix notifications/slowness
I don't think it's anything to do with adaptive battery.
If you go into the developer menu and down to the bottom there is an option standby apps. Once in there you'll see apps listed, if they're set to ACTIVE they are allowed to do what they like. Even with full battery optimisation set Gmail is always ACTIVE and is still having issues. I think it's actually an issue with the phone going into some kind of standby mode. Sometimes it does and therefore notifications are off and sometimes it doesn't and everything is fine.
I tried everything mentioned here and it seems to work for about one day and then the delay was back (especially in WhatsApp).
SteveyJack said:
I don't think it's anything to do with adaptive battery.
If you go into the developer menu and down to the bottom there is an option standby apps. Once in there you'll see apps listed, if they're set to ACTIVE they are allowed to do what they like. Even with full battery optimisation set Gmail is always ACTIVE and is still having issues. I think it's actually an issue with the phone going into some kind of standby mode. Sometimes it does and therefore notifications are off and sometimes it doesn't and everything is fine.
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Further to this, it doesn't seem to be an issue when the device is charging so presumably thats keeping something alive.
This thread has been inactive for weeks but I think this problem still exists. A Google search for "lockscreen notification delay" brings up a number of reports from various Samsung, Oneplus and other Android users - but still no single solution.
For a while I did not even think I had the problem because it does not appear unless your phone is inactive for about 10-15 minutes.
The problem appears to have something to do with changes to Optimize Battery Settings not sticking.
I found a workaround but it has to be done everytime the phone is rebooted.
- Under Optimize Battery Usage make sure that Whatsapp,Gmail or whatever notification app is being delayed is NOT Optimized
- Use the ADB command "adb shell dumpsys deviceidle disable". This has to be done from a computer with the phone connected to it. Or if you have root you can run it directly from the phone using Terminal Emulator.
Somebody from the Oneplus forums has also created a Magisk Module that appears to work on Samsung phones. You can find it in post #65 here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6t/how-to/guide-notification-fix-100-t3865551/page7
Is this the only way to fix this or has somebody found a better way?
At first, when I downloaded, installed, put the accounts, and all pertinent stuff, I observed this problem, no mails and no whatsapps until waking the device, or worst, had to enter the apps, but, I found the above solutions/steps, and, everything is working fine since Sept 13th, no delays, all working fine, even battery life is really good
I've got the issue only when activating moderate power save.
I set none app in the optimise wishlist.
Nastrahl said:
I've got the issue only when activating moderate power save.
I set none app in the optimise wishlist.
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The moderate power save also caused issues with late notifications on my device. I've only turned it on to test it but even after putting back to optimised and/or high mode did not rectify the issue. Somehow, few days later, I've managed to correct it but I've done so many changes that I've no idea how or what fixed it.
I had this issue on my S10 + to particularly with whatsapp! Messages would come in delayed or i just wouldnt get the notification for some reason! I never figured it out unfortunately but thankfully it seems to be ok on my note 10 + which is strange because i literally have this device set up EXACTLY the same as my S10 + in terms of settings etc ! If i remember correctly however, My S10+ didnt have this issue at the beginning!

Question Android TV app weirdness or glitch

Hi everyone.
I'm faced with difficulties when I run Android TV remote control app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.tv.remote) on my P6Pro. It appeared to behave like an obsolete app abandoned by its developer - it never opens fullscreen.
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I really don't care about that and could live with it as the app works like it should until I leave it foreground and turn off the screen. As soon as I turn my screen back on my phone hangs up and there is no possibility to get to home screen or go back. It happens from time to time, not every time I use it. Power button just turns the screen on/off and my only option is to press power+volume up buttons to reboot the phone.
I remember I was able to adjust full screen behavior for my apps in the previous versions of Android somewhere in settings. Now that option has gone in A12.
Any ideas?
I don't have an Android TV, but I just wanted to let you know your link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.tv.remote doesn't work for me.
checked, the link works for me. Anyway I mean this app
asdor said:
I checked, it works. Anyway I mean this app
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Weird. Google must have it blocked unless you actually own one. On both the phone (Wi-Fi and Mobile Data) and the computer the link doesn't work and I can't find that app listed when I search for it by name.
Anyway, I know it's not relevant (I guess), just weird.
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Another glitch? Unfortunately not the last one.
BTW, I just tried to open that link in chrome incognito mode
What's going on, Google? Is the app account-specific? Is it not available for everybody?
I just realized what the problem is. The app is really abandoned and it's obvious from my 2nd screen.
"Last updated April 4, 2017"
The reason I like it is an ability to enter login/pass details on my Android TV using my phone screen. This is the feature I was envious of iPhone users for its native integration into Apple TV.
Ok, RIP.
My only options are to get used to manual reboots or Force Stop the app after each use.
My understanding is that "Android TV Remote" is actually obsolete, and its functionality has been incorporated into "Google Home": https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.chromecast.app
The standalone Android TV Remote app has been decommissioned by Google. The functionality has been moved to the Google Home app and is available as a Quick Settings tile
craigacgomez said:
The standalone Android TV Remote app has been decommissioned by Google. The functionality has been moved to the Google Home app and is available as a Quick Settings tile
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Ah! That's helpful to know.
asdor said:
Another glitch? Unfortunately not the last one.
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Not a glitch. Stop spreading misinformation. This is a perfect example of why half the complaints on this forum are bogus.
It is a frustrating change though in the very least, because who needs all the bloat of "home" when all you want is a remote control?
Anyway, I just ordered a couple of ADT-3's, which is the "developer" version of ccgtv. I'm tired of being locked out, and I don't give a flying f*** about netturds. Years ago I wrote a remote service for nexus player, which shouldn't be too hard to adapt to ADT-3.
wulfgarfang said:
Not a glitch. Stop spreading misinformation. This is a perfect example of why half the complaints on this forum are bogus.
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I think they were joking (smiley face).
96carboard said:
It is a frustrating change though in the very least, because who needs all the bloat of "home" when all you want is a remote control?
Anyway, I just ordered a couple of ADT-3's, which is the "developer" version of ccgtv. I'm tired of being locked out, and I don't give a flying f*** about netturds. Years ago I wrote a remote service for nexus player, which shouldn't be too hard to adapt to ADT-3.
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Well, from Google's perspective, it is logical to have it as part of the Google Home app. Android TV/Chromecast is part of the Google Home (devices) ecosystem.
That being said, if you don't want to use the Google Home app, there is an alternative
Android TV Remote - Apps on Google Play
Unofficial Android TV / Google TV remote control. Simple, convenient, complete!
play.google.com
craigacgomez said:
That being said, if you don't want to use the Google Home app, there is an alternative
Android TV Remote - Apps on Google Play
Unofficial Android TV / Google TV remote control. Simple, convenient, complete!
play.google.com
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Thanks, I know there are several alternatives by other developers but I always do my best to go google Just figured out how to enable Open Remote button in Google Home app at 3 different android tv boxes I own - Shield Pro, Onn TV and Dynalink TV. I had to manually update Android TV Remote Service to v.5.
Now I've got almost the same features, at least I can still enter text remotely on my phone.

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