Recent Discussions on JollaTides Community Port http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussions/tagged/jolla/p1/feed.rss Tue, 16 Aug 16 04:26:24 +0100 Recent Discussions on JollaTides Community Port en-CA Tested: Alien Dalvik Stop = Better battery Life http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/191/tested-alien-dalvik-stop-better-battery-life Fri, 11 Jul 2014 11:15:27 +0100 Hamano88 191@/forums/discussions My results with the battery drain have seriously changed. My Jolla survives longer and I would have more juice at the end of the day.

My question is, does it actually effect the phone in any negative way? Because in android if you use app killers it really effects the phone negatively.

The way I'm using it is by closing android apps after I'm done then I kill dalvik. According to Crest a, CPU tracking app, it shows how dalvik is always running in the background using the CPU intensively.

Only thing that changed is instead of the android apps works in an instant it takes a couple of seconds, I don't mind it because the huge battery Jump is worth the sacrifice.

Any thoughts

Alien Dalvik Stop https://openrepos.net/content/schturman/alien-dalvik-stop

Crest https://openrepos.net/content/miska/crest

http://youtu.be/K-WBODo4Eno
]]> Jolla Tablet Could Get 3G Connectivity And Other Features! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/207/jolla-tablet-could-get-3g-connectivity-and-other-features Thu, 27 Nov 2014 15:06:56 +0000 JollaTides 207@/forums/discussions
At time of writing, the campaign is on $1,275,587USD

But if the following goals are reached, further features can be added:

$1,500,000: Micro sd card support up to 128gb (currently only up to 32gb)
$1,750,000: Split screen, ability to run 2 applications side by side - this would be amazing!
$2,500,000: For an additional $30, the tablet would be compatible with 3G sim cards for on the fly web access

Some great features there as voted for by the community - it would be amazing to have 3.5G compatibility!

We've got just under 2 weeks to help push the campaign up a level and unlock some of these great features - hopefully the addition of a retailer perk (30% discount off 20 tablets bulk buy) will help increase that total so help spread the word!

Are there any features you would have preferred or which out of those features do you like the look of the most ?]]> Jolla Tablet: Have You Pledged And What Are Your Dreams ? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/203/jolla-tablet-have-you-pledged-and-what-are-your-dreams- Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:41:08 +0000 JollaTides 203@/forums/discussions https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/jolla-tablet-world-s-first-crowdsourced-tablet

Have you pledged on the Jolla tablet yet and will it be your 1st tablet ?

Or are you hoping to replace an existing android/ipad or other tablet with the J-tablet ?

We're very excited that USA is finally on the map to get some Jolla goodness and a number of other countries that weren't open when the Jolla phone was first released - the global reach has definitely expanded since last year!

But maybe you currently live in a country that hasn't been served by the crowdfunding - let us know!

Do you plan on using it for Linux coding ? Or maybe just a pal for your Jolla phone ? Maybe a media/games centre ? What are your expectations for Sailfish OS 2.0 ?

Not sure how we're going to be able to wait until May 2015 (WANT NOW!!), but drop by and let us know what your hopes and dreams are with Jolla's new slate! :-)
]]> Something new coming from Jolla! Anyone with theories ?? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/202/something-new-coming-from-jolla-anyone-with-theories- Fri, 14 Nov 2014 18:05:47 +0000 JollaTides 202@/forums/discussions http://www.jollatides.com/2014/11/14/something-big-this-way-comes-jolla-sailfishos/

Does anyone have any clue whatsoever what this could be ?
]]> Competition: Win A 49€ Lastu Wallet Case For Your Jolla http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/188/competition-win-a-49-lastu-wallet-case-for-your-jolla Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:42:33 +0100 JollaTides 188@/forums/discussions via Facebook but we are just providing another way to enter if you don't use Facebook.

Please just make a comment below on "what you love about your Jolla" to be entered into the draw to stand a chance to win a Lastu Wallet case. One comment per person please. If you have already entered the competition via Facebook, please do not enter here again.

Full details can be read on our blog here: http://www.jollatides.com/2014/07/03/facebook-competition-win-a-lastu-wallet-case-for-your-jolla/

Best Of Luck!!]]> Add Media Player Buttons on Your Lock Screen http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/194/add-media-player-buttons-on-your-lock-screen Sat, 26 Jul 2014 13:55:30 +0100 Hamano88 194@/forums/discussions http://youtu.be/U6VcPH5cTrY]]> Android apps running hot since Saapunki update - anyone else notice this ? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/185/android-apps-running-hot-since-saapunki-update-anyone-else-notice-this- Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:10:05 +0100 JollaTides 185@/forums/discussions
I'm not sure if it is because the general ambient temperature is hotter now with summer here or if it is just since the last update.

Has anyone else experienced this ?

I've also experienced for the first time some lagging after the phone has been running for a while. My phone memory is using 8.4gb of the 13.7gb so maybe I need to follow @grimtech suggestion: http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/178/phone-memory-filling-up-and-apps-crashing-solution#Item_3

If anyone else has experienced this or knows of a fix would be good to hear from you. :-)

]]> How to Add an Arabic Keyboard on Your Jolla http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/193/how-to-add-an-arabic-keyboard-on-your-jolla Sun, 20 Jul 2014 13:41:28 +0100 Hamano88 193@/forums/discussions
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These are the steps to get the Arabic keyboard for your Jolla :)

Part one
First Download both Files.
ar.xml.txt:: http://www.filedropper.com/arqml
Fonts.zip http://www.filedropper.com/fonts_9

1. Unzip fonts

2. Change ar.xml.txt to ar.xml (you can do it via file browser app in your Jolla)

3. Connect your Jolla Copy/Cut both files and Paste in Documents

4. Turn your Developer mode on ( settings> system> Developer mode) to get terminal app
Activate Remote Connection and Generate or create a password for rooting

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Part two
Open terminal app
Type

devel-su *enter*
[your password] *enter*

cd /usr/share/fonts *enter*
cp /home/nemo/Documents/fonts/* . *enter* (remember capital D for Documents and be sure you type fonts/star space Fullstop)
fc-cache *enter*

Your done RESTART your Jolla.
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Part Three
Open Terminal app
Type

devel-su *enter*
[your password] *enter*

cd /usr/share/maliit/plugins/com/jolla/layouts *enter*
cp /home/nemo/Documents/ar.qml . *enter*

BE CAREFULL NOW

vi layouts coif *enter* (info appears)
i *enter* (in for moves down one row)

[ar.qml] *enter*
name= Arabic *enter*
languageCode=AR *enter*

Good Job !
Now Press ESC
Press :
Press W
Press Q *enter* (screen will move to the bottom)

Type
exit* enter*

systemctl --user restart maliit-server.service *enter*

exit *enter*

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Your done !
Enjoy !







]]> Jolla running AnTuTu benchmarking http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/189/jolla-running-antutu-benchmarking Fri, 04 Jul 2014 08:07:37 +0100 Hamano88 189@/forums/discussions

So what's your thoughts ?

http://youtu.be/4kJu4lrqhl4

Also tested with setting GPU to maximum frequency, based on thread http://www.jollausers.com/2014/05/want-a-snappier-jolla-you-have-one-line-of-command-to-enter/

Score difference +124]]> Map Factor: An Offline Navigation Solution For Jolla http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/190/map-factor-an-offline-navigation-solution-for-jolla Sat, 05 Jul 2014 13:44:16 +0100 JollaTides 190@/forums/discussions http://www.jollatides.com/2014/07/05/perfect-offline-map-solution-for-jolla/

Have a read and if you need a Satnav on your Jolla I would suggest giving this one (Mapfactor) a try. From initial testing it looks pretty good and offers either free (OpenStreetMap) or paid (TomTom) maps which you can select from within the app.

Chime up below on your experiences if you decide to give it a whirl. :-)
]]> Copy Single Android Data Directory + Contents From Jolla To Android Tablet ? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/187/copy-single-android-data-directory-contents-from-jolla-to-android-tablet- Tue, 01 Jul 2014 16:34:30 +0100 JollaTides 187@/forums/discussions
The things i've tried below are interim stages to try and get the directory off the Jolla and onto some other media where I was hoping it would be easy to copy to the Android tablet from there, but I've had some problems:

1/ So far I've managed to copy said android data directory (plus all associated files) internally to: home/nemo/public in the hope that it would be easier from there.

2/ I've tried copying the directory/files from Jolla to PC via Filezilla but there are errors (permissions?) and not all files can be transferred)

3/ I've tried copying the directory in terminal to the SD card on Jolla using:

cp -a /source/. /dest/

4/ I've also connected up my Jolla via USB to a Linux-based PC to try and copy the files via linux file manager from the home/nemo/public directory onto the PC, but again there were errors and a few files can't be copied in the process.

The next thing I've been thinking is to try Rsync to sync the directory over network from the Jolla to the rooted Android tablet - but I'm not quite sure how to achieve this or if it would work?

I thought this would be simple, but it seems the files have have some kind of r/w root permission which is making it difficult. Or maybe I'm just overlooking something ?

If anyone has an idea, I would appreciate some help - thanks!

POSTED ON TOGETHER AS WELL: https://together.jolla.com/question/49158/copy-android-data-directory-contents-from-jolla-to-android-tablet/]]> Where to buy a brand-new but unbranded Jolla in Helsinki ? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/186/where-to-buy-a-brand-new-but-unbranded-jolla-in-helsinki- Fri, 27 Jun 2014 21:49:45 +0100 Matthias_Behnke 186@/forums/discussions Hello there,

I love and recommend Sailfish OS as the naturally most secure Mobil OS, because it is predominantly open source. So I love the Jolla, because of its native use of Sailfish OS.
In a few weeks I will be for a few hours in Helsinki and I got the plan to just get a Jolla there in a shop.
So here is my question:

"Is it at present time possible, to buy a brand-new but unbranded Jolla without any contract of a mobil phone operator (for example "DNA") in a nice shop in Helsinki?"

Maybe I will buy some Other Half too. If the answer is "yes, of course", what I really hope, what shops could you recommend?

Thanks for your answer
]]> Intermittent Shutdown/Reboot Issues: SOLUTION http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/173/intermittent-shutdownreboot-issues-solution Mon, 12 May 2014 13:14:11 +0100 JollaTides 173@/forums/discussions
1/ Handset would warn of overheating issues and shut down

2/ Handset would randomly shut down

3/ Handset would occasionally enter a boot loop cycle where the only way to stop it was by removing the battery

These problems all seemed to appear at the same time and thus appeared to be related.

After some reading around, I cut some strips of electrical tape to match the depth/width of the Jolla battery and stuck 2-3 strips to the bottom end of the battery.

Since this mod was carried out, I have not had one incident of points 1-3 listed above in over 1 week testing where before the issue(s) occurred on a daily basis for at least 2 weeks prior.

I can therefore only assume that all points 1-3 are interrelated and the cause of the issue(s) was due to the following:

Over time, the battery connector points become less rigid and there becomes more play or wiggle room with the battery pack. This can cause an intermittent connection which causes the phone software to react in a strange way.

By adding the strips of electrical tape, the battery fits very tight and there is thus no room for this issue to occur.

I would suggest that Jolla can easily fix this time-related issue by increasing battery pack length by a very small amount as illustrated by the result of this rather basic modification that seems to have solved the 3 issues I experienced. Or alternatively the issue may be solved by a software patch if indeed the software is reacting strangely to this hardware related point.

Has anyone else experienced this and can confirm or comment either way?]]> Netflix error (-9) cannot connect to server http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/176/netflix-error-9-cannot-connect-to-server Wed, 14 May 2014 10:36:47 +0100 JollaTides 176@/forums/discussions
The answers I have found on this topic are that the netflix cache needs to be cleared and it should then allow the user to sign in again to your account and work as usual.

With an android phone you can just clear the cache in the settings or use an app like 'cache cleaner', however with Jolla there is no option - I tried the cache cleaner app but Jolla does not allow this level of 'file' control for android apps.

So I have manually attempted to remove cache and all netflix related files using terminal and file manager, but when I come to download netflix again it detects previous settings and the same issue occurs (netflix no worky).

I think there must be some hidden cache files somewhere that I have not been able to locate in order to remove - has anyone else experienced similar issue or know of a possible solution?

Thanks! :-)

]]> Clash Of Clans: Cannot Backup Data Using Google Play Services http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/177/clash-of-clans-cannot-backup-data-using-google-play-services Wed, 14 May 2014 10:54:23 +0100 JollaTides 177@/forums/discussions
So Clash of Clans saves data on the Jolla somewhere and everything works fine and dandy without issue.

The minor issue I do have is that the game gives an option to backup via Google+ so you can eg. load game data on a tablet etc. When you attempt to sign in to Google+ however, it informs you Google Play Services is not supported.

I have been in contact with Supercell regarding this issue imagining that as they were in the same building (neighbours!) as Jolla (in Helsinki) there must be some kind of way to make backing up game data possible on the Jolla.

I did try installing Google Play services but after that the game wouldn't load at all so I had to remove google services altogether.

Maybe it's just one of the minor restrictions I'll have to live with on my Jolla, I just thought there must be a way of backing up the game cache but maybe I'm dreaming as I think game data may be saved on Supercell servers and not locally on the phone.

Does anyone with experience know a possible workaround for this ?

Thanks!]]> Sailfish/Jolla email client - encrypted smtp login http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/169/sailfishjolla-email-client-encrypted-smtp-login Mon, 24 Feb 2014 13:03:52 +0000 clouseau 169@/forums/discussions
Feb 24 13:47:21 prosinger postfix/smtpd[15198]: warning: dynamic-213-198-196-134.adsl.eunet.rs[213.198.196.134]: SASL CRAM-MD5 authentication failed: PDQblahblahblah

It seems to be a different encryption type. Did anyone succeed on this?]]> New work in progress (will be updated) - TOH with interchangeable camera lenses http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/168/new-work-in-progress-will-be-updated-toh-with-interchangeable-camera-lenses Tue, 18 Feb 2014 19:58:40 +0000 rated 168@/forums/discussions
I've decided to work towards developing my own "Other Half" that allows for interchangeable camera lenses. I've broken the project down into stages:

Stage 1 - test out various lenses and see how they work on an existing TOH

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Currently I have three lenses to try out, a wide-turn macro lens, a 2xTelephoto lens and a 180° fish eye lens. All pretty standard phone lenses which can be attached to one of my existing other halves using a stick-on metal ring (they then attach magnetically).

I'm going to be heading out tomorrow during daylight hours to take a few shots with each and see how the Jolla fares with each lens, then likewise on Friday night I'm going to get some club-life shots and see how it does in a dark atmosphere with disco lights etc (I work as a DJ in my spare time so this should be a perfect environment to test things out).

Assuming all goes well then I'll move onto stage 2 which will be to 3D print a specific TOH which allows space for a metallic ring to be fabricated in to save the need for a stick-on. I shall also (hopefully) work towards having a separate flash powered from the Jolla in the other half as the larger lenses do block use of the existing flash since it's so close to the camera.

So in the next few days (assuming it's interesting to people, if not then do tell me to sod off) I'll be uploading a few test photos and I'll continue to document my little project throughout. ]]> What do you LOVE about your Jolla? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/110/what-do-you-love-about-your-jolla Sat, 21 Dec 2013 15:28:03 +0000 JollaTides 110@/forums/discussions
So far, I really love the multitasking homescreen which is that one place you always return to, with it's live tiles and multitasking goodness - it definitely feels like home!

I love the fact that apps are freely available out of the box, and most (95%) have worked without hitch and even integrating with some UI features in some cases. That's not to say they are absolutely perfect and I would far prefer more native options with better integration, but mostly they do the job fine.

I love the fact we've got the power of terminal running in our pockets - that's something that goes without saying, but it never ceases to amaze me! :-D

Now I've got past the initial learning curve, I'm really loving the swipe UI which is now (after only 3 days) becoming second nature. I went back to my old phone earlier to copy some files across and was using Sailfish gestures to try and navigate without much success. That's how quickly it's become almost second nature!

I really enjoy discovering new things and with the Jolla phone I keep finding new treasures just when I thought I'd learn't all there was to learn.

Finally, I'm really looking forward to what the other half might bring - that - I'm sure will add a whole new dimension and I can't wait to see what Jolla and community people come up with! :-D

What do you really like about your Jolla ?]]> Connected to Mac via SSH But Can't Write To SD Card http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/151/connected-to-mac-via-ssh-but-can039t-write-to-sd-card Wed, 15 Jan 2014 19:56:00 +0000 JollaTides 151@/forums/discussions
1/ Is there a method to copy files from Mac to Jolla micro SD card via SSH or USB (without resorting to a card reader).
2/ If not is there an easy way to copy files in the phone storage to SD card via terminal (on the Jolla).

I tried doing step 2 with the "Cargo Dock" found in the Jolla Store, but had no luck. I also tried changing the permissions of the SD card to include "write" but this couldn't be achieved.

Any help gratefully received! :-)]]> Upload Photos Taken From Your Jolla Phone http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/141/upload-photos-taken-from-your-jolla-phone Thu, 09 Jan 2014 13:59:32 +0000 JollaTides 141@/forums/discussions
On the whole I've been most impressed with the photos taken from the camera on my Jolla especially for low light shots (considering it's a mobile!).

Here's a start for a nice beach sunset shot taken around NY after storms at low tide:

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]]> Tethering App Officially Available From Jolla Store! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/142/tethering-app-officially-available-from-jolla-store Fri, 10 Jan 2014 12:04:30 +0000 JollaTides 142@/forums/discussions
From the description:

It uses NAT and creates a private network which is shared over WiFi (WPA2) or Bluetooth PAN.

The needed connections will be automatically switched on when enabling tethering so there is no need to change your network settings. The app also restores your network settings to the previous state when you switch tethering off or close the app.

Only the WiFi network name and pre-shared key needs to be configured. After that you just have to enable tethering, connect to the network and start surfing.]]> Native Flashlight App Finally Docks In Jolla Store! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/133/native-flashlight-app-finally-docks-in-jolla-store Tue, 31 Dec 2013 13:44:24 +0000 JollaTides 133@/forums/discussions
It can be downloaded direct from Jolla store on device (just search: 'flashlight')

Up until now I've been using an android based app which only uses the screen for some light, but this one utilises the camera led so is far superior.

From early experience it's still in 'beta' with some flickering but otherwise works as intended and will be updated once the API is open to the developer.

Nice app to help us navigate safely home after New Year celebrations!

Thanks to the developer artem.marchenko! :-)]]> Missing Hardware Features: Please Make Requests Here! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/96/missing-hardware-features-please-make-requests-here Wed, 18 Dec 2013 01:18:17 +0000 JollaTides 96@/forums/discussions
These hardware requests could potentially be infused into another half or even just maybe something that requires activating by Jolla (eg. 4G).

Let's keep the requests simple, concise and to the point for the benefit of providing a reference to Jolla.

Rather than double posting someone else's suggestion, please hit the 'like' button to show an extra vote for any stated feature. ]]> Did you know? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/137/did-you-know Mon, 06 Jan 2014 13:42:20 +0000 Strahlex 137@/forums/discussions
Lets start:

That the plastic bag that came with the Limited Edition Poppy Red TOH can be used as protection against water and dust if you put your Jolla in it? The best thing you can even control your Jolla inside the plastic bag. I tested it as protection against sweat when running and in the shower. However I would not recommend to put the Jolla under water even with the plastic bag around it.]]> Festive Greetings To One And All!! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/116/festive-greetings-to-one-and-all Mon, 23 Dec 2013 22:52:19 +0000 JollaTides 116@/forums/discussions
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Personally we want to thank all of you guys who help and contribute to make the overall Jolla community such an integral part of the whole (Christmas) pudding and look forward to the New Year and what is to come!

In the space of only a few days, the community has already provided some solutions to the lack of a 'file manager', the 'battery drain' issue, 'flash' player to name a few things... just think what can be achieved in a few weeks or even months!

We all know that without the openness from Jolla and the open source way, these kinds of issues could have taken a lot longer to resolve.

This comment earlier on the blog from MrMI made me smile and just about sums it up:

This is just wonderful :) There is a problem spotted with #Jolla. No worries – the temporary fix arrives practically in a second and the developer team is as well informed. Just think, how long it took with WP to get a fix for battery draining issue..

This is opensource as it’s best. I’m very impressed! Please continue this amazing work :)


A huge thank you to @andreibechet and @technicus who have been so helpful here and always around to give advice etc - hope you have a great holiday guys! :-)

And a special thank you to our co-writers @Simo for writing some great articles and who worked very hard to find the cause of the battery issues (with your help of course) and to @jjaone for his great contributions too... and just everyone! :-)

So, happy holidays to one and all and I trust you have a wonderful time wherever you are - enjoy! :-D

Peace, Timo

PS. 100% to 97% in 4hrs with very light useage using the permanent fix (thanks to Znurre)= not bad in my book!

http://www.jollatides.com/2013/12/23/source-of-battery-drain-nfc-always-on-solution/


]]> Matte Screen Protector For Jolla ? http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/106/matte-screen-protector-for-jolla- Fri, 20 Dec 2013 01:02:31 +0000 JollaTides 106@/forums/discussions
I've found two sellers of normal ones here:
http://www.amazon.com/D-Flector-Scratch-Resistant-Smartphone-Protector/dp/B00H5DSHEG
http://www.ebay.com/itm/lot-de-4-films-protection-protecteur-pr-portable-Jolla-Smartphone-neuf-/221316661082?pt=FR_Mobiles_PDAs_Protecteurs_d_écran&hash=item3387803f5a

But I prefer the matte ones which tend to look nicer and cause no smudging or 'finger drag'.]]> The Grand Shipping Status Thread http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/82/the-grand-shipping-status-thread Sun, 08 Dec 2013 13:26:10 +0000 JollaTides 82@/forums/discussions
Feel free to let us know what your current order shipping status is and if/when your order is changed to a new status.

You can also let us know that extremely exciting day when the postman calls and you finally receive your Jolla. :-)]]> Competition Time! http://www.jollatides.com/forums/discussion/11/competition-time Sat, 09 Nov 2013 21:30:15 +0000 JollaTides 11@/forums/discussions
As promised, we are very excited to offer a competition to all new recruits on this forum! :)

We have 10 x "I Am The Other Half" t-shirts (printed especially for #JollaLoveDay back in May) that we are going to give away to 10 lucky sailors here. :)

The competition will run for a month until 9th December 10pm when the lucky winners will be announced.

To win, all you have to do is contribute to our new community space, and as you go, you will notice Karma points being given to you.  The top 10 contributors with the most Karma points will be sent out a t-shirt each.

The choices are limited with 3 ladies fit t-shirts and 7 unisex of all sizes and colours.  The choice of size/colour/fit will be given to the winner first and then going down the list so the 10th ranked person will have no choice but to except the last one ("I am the last" is still better than "I get nothing"!).

We'll contact you via the forum message system to organise finer details once the competition has ended and will ship as soon as we have the relevant details from the lucky winners.

Just to wish you good luck and here is a photo of the competition t-shirts below: 


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