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  1. Phoenix111

    Changing Streaming News Source on Lock Screen?

    I just recently realized that I could get streaming news headlines from yahoo news on the bottom of the lock screen. I like that option, but I would like it even better if I was able to change the news source. Does anyone know of a way to do this? I would even be willing to root my phone if that...
  2. Phoenix111

    Battery Heat

    All of a sudden, my phone has been hot all day with a battery temp over 90. The battery is also draining really fast as a result. I haven't installed any apps today though so I don't know what the cause could be. Anyone?
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    CTRL + F Similar App

    I would love to have an app that would allow me to search for a keyword(s) on any page I was on, or on any screen I was on. Now I'm not just talking about a webpage I am viewing. Here is an example: If I am in the play store app and I am scrolling through the "my apps" list. I would like to have...
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    Root [Verizon] Rooting and Data

    After seeing this annoying Verizon update notification pop up on my screen this morning, I deferred and postponed it for 5 days. I have decided I want to root now before they close that loophole on me. All I want to do is root my Note 2 to take advantage of Titanium Back-up and blocking ads...
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    Swiping a capital letter using Samsung keyboard

    Does anyone know how to create a capital letter when using the swype like feature of the samsung keyboard? On the actual swype keyboard you just have to swype up on the keyboard but that doesn't seem to work with this one. Thanks.
  6. Phoenix111

    Tethering on S3

    How does tethering work on the S3- Verizon version? I'm trying to decide between getting this phone and the Droid razr Maxx HD. Tethering is a big deal for me as its my home internet source because I live in a very rural area. Apparently tethering has been all but blocked off on the Maxx HD...
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    Tethering on Maxx HD

    I use my Thunderbolt to tether as my only source of internet at home as I live in a rural area. I do have the unlimited hotspots plan with verizon, but find the stock hotspots app to be unreliable. Can someone tell me what the story is with tethering on the Maxx HD as this is one of the most...
  8. Phoenix111

    PS3 Controller Clarification

    I just want to make sure I am understanding everything I have read before I make any additional purchases. I want to be able to play games/ nesoid, snesoid roms on my Nexus 7 with a controller. To my understanding, I can buy a wireless PS3 controller and a mini usb to otg cable, connect the two...
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    Regarding unlimited plan upgrades and the 28th?

    Just a quick question regarding this looming end to unlimited data and subsidized upgrades. Currently, my wife and I have each of our lines on one account. My upgrade is available now, but my wife wants to use it to get an iphone ( I know, I know.) If I go tomorrow (27th) and use my line's...
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    Help Question about memory card

    If I put in a new memory card will all of my apps still function and with the same settings? Correct me if I am wrong, but apps and there corresponding settings are stored internally on the phone's stotage, right?
  11. Phoenix111

    Help Recycle Bin

    Is there a recycle bin on Android OS or more specifically within Astro File Manager? I am coming from Windows mobile where you could clear out the recycle bin. I ask because I just deleted a lot of files from in Astro and I want to make sure they don't just sit somewhere and slow down...
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    Warning:Invisible Shield/ Innocase Combo

    I have been using both of these products and have been very satisfied. However be careful when using them together. I change batteries frequently on my incredible so I have to constantly remove the Innocase. Well it is such a struggle to remove the Innocase that it is starting to scar/tear the...
  13. Phoenix111

    Handcent Program/Widget.....Need Help

    Ok, so I like the icon and under text of the stock messaging icon. I do not like the handcent icon, nor do I want the.word handcent under there. I know bettercut can change the icon and text, but you can only change the PROGRAM icon, not the widget icon. The reason that this is important is that...