Recent content by 1armedGeek

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    Is it possible to take picture using physical buttons on side?

    I have a disability and only have use of one hand. Is it possible to configure the camera to take a picture using one of the volume buttons? I can't hold the phone and hit the on-screen button at the same time.
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    Copying 2fa code on an older phone

    Good suggestion about the google download. Thank you. i do authenticators too.
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    Copying 2fa code on an older phone

    Different phone, but the same number. I got a decent workaround, so I am good. I will use an example, though, just so people understand what I meant. A SMS message could say: "Your code for AcmeApp is: 123456." My replacement phone would copy the whole "Your code for AcmeApp is: 123456." It...
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    Copying 2fa code on an older phone

    While not perfect, your suggestion is very doable and certainly much better than what I have been doing. Thank you, Joe.
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    Copying 2fa code on an older phone

    I can't copy just the code. The phone copies the entire sms message.
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    Copying 2fa code on an older phone

    I am new to Android. I had to get a replacement phone (Samsung Galaxy S7). I am having difficulty copying 2fa codes sent by SMS. I am also new to these forums, so I don't know if I can post URLs yet. However, I am going to cite an article on the Verge by Jacob Kastrenakes to make sure the...
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    Is Android good for one-handed use?

    I have a physical disability and have use of only one hand. I use the camera a lot on my Windows Phone. Does Android allow you to use a button (like the volume) to snap a picture? What other things should I be leery about only using android one handed?