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Questions tagged [2.2-froyo]

Android OS Version 2.2, aka Froyo. Only add an operating system tag if your question is truly about the OS!

This is the 7th version of Android released by Google On 20 May 2010. Android 2.2 is based on Linux Kernel 2.6.32 and included many new features like:

  • General Android OS speed, memory, and performance optimizations
  • Additional application speed improvements courtesy of JIT implementation
  • Integration of Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine into the Browser application
  • Increased Microsoft Exchange support (security policies, auto-discovery, GAL look-up, calendar synchronization, remote wipe)
  • Improved application launcher with shortcuts to Phone and Browser applications
  • USB tethering and Wi-Fi hotspot functionality
  • Added an option to disable data access over mobile network
  • Updated Market application with batch and automatic update features
  • Quick switching between multiple keyboard languages and their dictionaries
  • Voice dialing and contact sharing over Bluetooth
  • Support for numeric and alphanumeric passwords
  • Support for file upload fields in the Browser application
  • Support for installing applications to the expandable memory
  • Adobe Flash 10.1 support
  • Support for extra high DPI screens (320 dpi), such as 4" 720p[21]

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What is the minimum specification for Android 2.2 (Froyo)?

Possible Duplicate: What are the minimum specifications for Android? Assuming that the handset and carrier both allow the OS to be upgraded, what is the minimum specification needed for Froyo in terms of processor, screen, and other capabilities?
Rich Seller
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What does Android 2.2.1 bring?

Compared to 2.2, what does 2.2.1 bring that's new please? Thank you.
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Moto Droid v1 disabling primary Wireless AP

I have a Motorola DROID v1 that is running Froyo (2.2). I've noticed that if my device sleeps for a while, when I wake it up it will not attempt to connect to the wireless AP in my home. When I go to the wireless settings section, I see a note…
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How to disable all "home" keys

I would like to disable all my home keys for a specified event. Lets say my daughter is playing a game, she is 3.5 years old so she does not have very good coordination when it comes to not touching one of those keys accidentally. Is there a known…
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Upgrading my HTC G1 to SDK 2.2

I am trying to upgrade my HTC G1 to OS 2.2 (I have a developer device bought way back when it was released) I have been trying the steps provided here - http://code.google.com/p/android-roms/wiki/SPL but for some reason the phone won't boot up after…
lostInTransit
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Turn off "new email" sound on boot

When my Froyo phone is almost finished booting up, it makes a sound to notify me that I have new email. How can turn this off? Thanks.
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Default folder location for images when saved as 'wallpaper'

What is the default folder location for images when saved as 'wallpaper' from an internet site using FROYO or Android 2.2?
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How to access bootloader and what functions are available?

How can I access the bootloader on a Android 2.2 (or on other version)? Is the bootloader vendor or model specific? What are the options offered to the user when accessing the bootloader? (I know that the bootloader without interaction "boots" the…
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How to stop android phone from vibrate during the start up and the shut down?

When one turn on the phone or switch off the phone, the android phone will make a single vibration. I don't know whether if the phone is telling me that - Good Morning or Good Bye by using vibration, but what I would like to know if it is possible…
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Where to copy wallpapers?

I downloaded some wallpapers for my phone using the PC. Now, in which folder of my Android phone should I store them in order to be visible in Wallpaper Gallery?
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MyTouch upgraded to Froyo now requires reboot to use USB storage again

After T-Mobile upgraded my "original MyTouch 3G" to Froyo, I have to reboot the phone to reconnect it to my computer after it's been connected once and disconnected. I've tried using different USB ports on my computer, and everything else I can…
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OS 2.2 on the Samsung Moment

Possible Duplicate: When will my phone get Android 2.2 (FroYo)? I currently have a Samsung Moment which has OS 2.1. Will I ever be able to upgrade to 2.2? Is the hardware capable of handling 2.2? If so, when will this happen? What's the best way…
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Android 2.2 (froyo) update available or not for myTouch Slide?

Possible Duplicate: When will my phone get Android 2.2 (FroYo)? I haven't been able to keep up with the update calendars. But I did some google searches to find if the froyo update is available for T-Mobile's myTouch Slide. I heard the update was…
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Google Android account without Gmail

Recently my grandmother got my uncle's old cellphone, and today I've been trying to set it up for her. It's an LG-P990, running on Android 2.2.2, which can't be further upgraded. In order to have everything run smoothly, but trying to not…
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I just ordered on ebay an HTC incredible 'flashed to cricket,' is android still installed on the phone?

I only want to use the phone as a dev tool and I need the android 2.2. What does 'flashed' mean exactly?
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