Recent content by Axefire

I should add.. my wife also has an HTC M8 running lollipop, my son has a galaxy S5 running lollipop, on WiFi and they work just fine... Something with my Google settings? Posted via Android Central App

I have a Nexus 7 2nd gen and a HTC One M8 both running lollipop. This problem only happens when I'm on Wi-Fi, both devices... My nexus 7 is Wi-Fi only so 'OK Google' is not functioning at all... Every time I say 'OK Google', the screen pops up 'Listening', red mic displays and appears to hear...

Regardless, all SMS can be monitor by your carrier... Why worry about Google? Also, if you're using hangouts for SMS and texting someone who isn't using hangouts then no... Its not going thru Google, just your carrier...I believe anyways... I could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time! Posted...

I have an HTC One M8 on VZW, but don't have tethering on my plan so I tried out foxfi - seems to work good as I can bring my nexus 7 WiFi and tether no problem..but... How does foxfi actually work? I believe it's something like this: Foxfi is an app that creates a VPN connection to...

If you're behind a firewall or at least a router running NAT then yes you are correct, this is a bit blown out of proportion. However if you have... Say comcast, and your directly connected to your cable modem and are assigned a public IP address (thus not behind a firewall or NAT router) and...

Bravo dude... This is a very important factor! Turn your screen brightness down maybe... Posted via Android Central app

Average unprotected computer connected to the internet gets compromised within 5 minutes. Posted via Android Central app

So if I root I can use it as a hotspot? This may be my reason to root! 🙌😎 Posted via Android Central app

Again, I'm on VZW, I use the VZW message+ app, no problems... I've had messages double up maybe once or twice, but certainly nothing to gripe about... I had much more problems with imessage on my i phone.... Posted via Android Central app

Sorry to ask what may be a stupid question for you rooters but, why should I root my VZW M8? I love sense 6, I disabled bloat ware apps that I could, my battery life is unbeatable, performance is outstanding... Not against gaining full control just want to know: 1. If I root and need support...

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Have you ever heard the term ZERO DAY? Well, AV software is updated much faster than service packs and latest versions of software! Usually, on ZERO DAY or DAY 1. Unfortunately you WILL get hit one day. When you do (not if but WHEN) you'll realize AV is mandatory.

Ditto! Same equipment lol! Posted via Android Central App

Re: HTC one m8 unlocking in pocket. I created a thread previously because my phone wiped itself twice! I believe it was because I had gestures on and lock screen set to bypass and had it in my front pocket so it somehow was rubbing against my leg/laptop bag. I turned gestures off and set lock...

I use CM Security... No impact to battery or performance. Is AVG better? A lot of folks out here are using it I see, also notice nobody is using CM ...cringe. Anyone who says they don't need AV especially on a computer is flat out of their mind. I also am an IT pro and can clearly tell you...