This guide refers to Alex' (skvalex) Call Recorder but it can be applied to, and it should be working with most other available call recorders. I have the Canadian SGH-I337M, stock, odex, rooted but in theory this solution should be working on all SGH-I337(M).
IT DOES NOT WORK WITH AOSP/AOKP BASED ROM's (INCLUDING CM) - IT WILL CAUSE SYSTEM CRASHES!!!
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I have been using this Call Recorder on all my previous Samsung phones and personally, I consider it to be the most reliable, capable and best supported call recorder out there, however as of today, Sep.15.2013, although all the North American versions of the S4 are officially supported, the recorder still yields blank records (0m0s) when used out of the box. The WORKING solution is presented bellow.
There is a trial version but if you like the recorder and need it, I would highly recommend buying it - it's worth every penny.
Method 1
1. Install Call Recorder (or your preferred one).
2. Download the attached flashable zip - it contains the 2 modified files from "system/etc/snd_soc_msm".
3. Flash the zip from recovery. (Optionally, you can backup the original files - before flashing the zip - as indicated in method 2 bellow)
4. Enjoy
Method 2 (manually creating a backup of the original files)
1. Install Call Recorder (or your preferred one).
2. Download the attached flashable zip - it contains the 2 modified files from "system/etc/snd_soc_msm".
3. Extract/save the 2 files in the "system/etc/snd_soc_msm" folder from the zip.
4. Go to the same directory on the phone (system/etc/snd_soc_msm) and make a backup of the 2 original files by adding ".bak" at the end (you'll need root).
5. Copy the 2 files extracted from the zip (in step #3), over here.
6. Set the permissions to 644 (rw-r--r--).
6. Reboot and enjoy.
The recommended settings for the Call Recorder:
- Device: Samsung (your version)
- Recording method: Standard API
- Call recording format: AMR
- Audio source: Voice call uplink + downlink
...others as desired.
Let me know how this solution works for you!
Attached are some generic Call Recorder png icons I have made. Feel free to use/share them - but have the decency to give me the due credit.
Thank you for this. It seems to work very well. I am on an AT&T SGH-I337 S4. One bug I have noticed is under the "Audio Player" in settings. The option to "use proximity Sensor" is very buggy. Basically this setting switches the screen off while listening to recorded calls while listening through the phone's regular speaker (not loud speaker). It turns the screen off fine, but sometimes doesn't turn it back on when the phone is moved away from my face (sometimes it does?). When it doesn't come back on, I have to hit the power button (just like putting the phone to sleep) and then hit it again to turn the phone back onto the lock screen (swipe to unlock it) and it turns back on just fine. The funny thing is, that the recorded message keeps playing throughout the entire process? Even when the screen turns back on like it is supposed to, the touch keys don't light back up with the screen. In order to get them back on I have to put the phone to sleep again and turn it back on. I use the proximity sensor with my phone calls and it works fine so it has to be a bug with the audio player or a bug with the call recorder App. I realize Skvalex is the Dev for the actual Call Recorder APK but I thought I would mention this here just to let you and others know about it and, I was wondering if you could check your phone to see if it has the same issue? Other than that, it all seems to work very nice.
I was also wondering if you know if the "Volume Boost Mods" listed in Jrkruse' thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2352797 will work with your "modded" call recorder?
And, if Skvalex updates the call recorder app and I choose to update it from the play store, will I need to reflash your "Dependency" zip or will updating the call recorder apk not effect those files?
Thank you for your hard work.
scott14719 said:
Thank you for this. It seems to work very well. I am on an AT&T SGH-I337 S4. One bug I have noticed is under the "Audio Player" in settings. The option to "use proximity Sensor" is very buggy. Basically this setting switches the screen off while listening to recorded calls while listening through the phone's regular speaker (not loud speaker). It turns the screen off fine, but sometimes doesn't turn it back on when the phone is moved away from my face (sometimes it does?). When it doesn't come back on, I have to hit the power button (just like putting the phone to sleep) and then hit it again to turn the phone back onto the lock screen (swipe to unlock it) and it turns back on just fine. The funny thing is, that the message keeps playing throughout the entire process? Even when the screen turns back on like it is supposed to, the touch keys don't like back up with the screen. In order to get them back on I have to put the phone to sleep again and turn it back on. I use the proximity sensor with my phone calls and it works fine so it has to be a bug with the audio player or a bug with the call recorder App. I realize Skalex is the Dev for the actual Call Recorder APK but I thought I would mention this here just to let you and others know about it and, I was wondering if you could check your phone to see if it has the same issue? Other than that, it all seems to work very nice.
I was also wondering if you know if the "Volume Boost Mods" listed in Jrkruse' thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2352797 will work with your "modded" call recorder?
Thank you for your hard work.
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You're welcome! Yes, I have also noticed the proximity sensor/screen bug - but for the time being we'll have to live with it. As a temporary work around you can disable this feature and simply toggle manually between loudspeaker and internal speaker from the dedicated button in the upper right corner - no big deal and it does the same thing.
As far as the volume boost, it should be working, I don't see any reason why it wouldn't - however, there are a few things to keep in mind before doing any further changes: originally, the Call Recorder (or any other call recorder for that matter) wouldn't be working (at all) on any N.A. S4's for two reasons: 1) missing audio media mixer, so I have added the missing mixer and 2) the voice call recording audio levels were set so high (very sensitive) that most every recording (anything louder than whispering) would be yielding distorted, literally unusable audio outputs. As such, I have modified (brought down) ONLY the call recording levels (call mic) and I didn't touch any other audio outputs/inputs/mixers (loudspeaker, internal speaker, wired headphones, BT headphones/accessories, voice recorder, VoIP, VoLTE +++ others) because doing so may have a negative impact on other applications and/or hardware not related to voice call recording. Because of the implications, I preferred to stay away from playing around with those - especially since there are tons of variables and not much documentations about all that.
Also keep in mind that while there are many versions of these 2 files out there, in order to insure/increase the compatibility, I have used & modified the ones that came with the original stock ROM. I have also tested the Call Recorder with the latest I337MVLUAMG1 firmware and everything seems to working fine.
Now, the volume booster that you are referring to, alters the exact same files in the sense that it increases (to various degrees - hence, boosting) some audio output levels while leaving the call recording audio levels untouched - it's entirely up to you as a user whether you like it or not and whether you see/perceive any negative impacts (sound distortions). If you decide to try a volume booster, take it for a spin, test it extensively, not just the call recorder, but most other apps that use sound and then you'll be the best judge whether that mod works for you or not. Most likely you won't hurt anything. Careful when you play with the 2 files - setting wrong permissions (or no permissions at all) will result in a boot loop.
Thank you. The phone speaker is plenty loud already, it's just the loud speaker playback of recorded messages that seems a little low...but still OK. Knowing the issues you have resolved and the reasons your resolved them, I think I'll just leave everything the way it is for now (not installing any volume mods). And, so far, further testing I have done hasn't revealed any other problems. I can keep the proximity sensor turned off, I just have to remember not to press the phone all of the way to my face when listening to the recorded messages or switching to loud speaker for playback, and again, that's not a huge issue. Again, thanks.
I installed this, and for the most part it seems to be working.
I installed this, and for the most part it seems to be working.
At first, the incoming voice was really distorted, but I applied the volume mod and that cleared that up.
It only seems to record on incoming calls though. If I call out, there is an entry in the log but it shows 0:00 for the recording time.
So, for soem reason this seems to only work on incoming calls, not outgoing.
I have the settings enabled for record all......
Anyone have any ideas on how to fix this?
It's working fine for me here it records on incoming and outgoing calls
thatsupnow said:
It's working fine for me here it records on incoming and outgoing calls
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Working good here still (Except for the previously mentioned items). I had one instance of the contacts (favorites) going kind of strange, but a reboot fixed it...and it only happened once. The recording starts automatically for me on incoming calls, but I have to manually start it (press the record button) to record outgoing calls. I'm pretty sure it's something in the settings, but it's not a big deal so I haven't tried to change it.
Thanks for this!
billinaz said:
I installed this, and for the most part it seems to be working.
I installed this, and for the most part it seems to be working.
At first, the incoming voice was really distorted, but I applied the volume mod and that cleared that up.
It only seems to record on incoming calls though. If I call out, there is an entry in the log but it shows 0:00 for the recording time.
So, for soem reason this seems to only work on incoming calls, not outgoing.
I have the settings enabled for record all......
Anyone have any ideas on how to fix this?
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As always...read, read and read!
1. As I have previously explained, installing any volume mod by jrkruse, REPLACES my files - as such you have NOT used THIS mod
2. If you have call records with 0.00s for the recording time, clearly you are not using neither my mod nor jrkruse's volume boost. Most likely, somehow, you are using the original UNMODIFIED files.
3. At this time the ONLY audio source that works for both incoming/outgoing calls is "Voice call uplink + downlink" - as I have suggested
saywhatt said:
Thanks for this!
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You're very welcome!
scott14719 said:
Working good here still (Except for the previously mentioned items). I had one instance of the contacts (favorites) going kind of strange, but a reboot fixed it...and it only happened once. The recording starts automatically for me on incoming calls, but I have to manually start it (press the record button) to record outgoing calls. I'm pretty sure it's something in the settings, but it's not a big deal so I haven't tried to change it.
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Make sure that you have set it to automatically record all calls, otherwise...there may be a bug I have noticed in the Call Recorder software - related to our S4's. At least in my case, whenever the Call Recorder gets accessed/opened (settings or simply reviewing calls), the next incoming call won't start by itself. Any other subsequent calls, whether incoming or outgoing will be recorded without issues (until the Call Recorder gets accessed again)
I have emailed the dev. about this but...
nacos said:
Make sure that you have set it to automatically record all calls, otherwise...there may be a bug I have noticed in the Call Recorder software - related to our S4's. At least in my case, whenever the Call Recorder gets accessed/opened (settings or simply reviewing calls), the next incoming call won't start by itself. Any other subsequent calls, whether incoming or outgoing will be recorded without issues (until the Call Recorder gets accessed again)
I have emailed the dev. about this but...
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I disabled the delay on outgoing calls and it now automatically records all incoming and outgoing. The strange thing was that I had the delay set to .01 and it should have automatically started recording after that short delay, however, I still had to hit the button to record before it would start at all. I guess it's just another bug. I would rather have it record all calls anyway because I tend to forget to manually start it on the calls I need to. It's easier just to delete the calls that didn't need recording from time to time.
Here is a question in general, when I newer version of the call recorder APK is released can we just install it from the play store (as usual) or do we need to reinstall the other modded files (from the OP) after updating the APK?
scott14719 said:
I disabled the delay on outgoing calls and it now automatically records all incoming and outgoing. The strange thing was that I had the delay set to .01 and it should have automatically started recording after that short delay, however, I still had to hit the button to record before it would start at all. I guess it's just another bug. I would rather have it record all calls anyway because I tend to forget to manually start it on the calls I need to. It's easier just to delete the calls that didn't need recording from time to time.
Here is a question in general, when I newer version of the call recorder APK is released can we just install it from the play store (as usual) or do we need to reinstall the other modded files (from the OP) after updating the APK?
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The 2 modified files are located in "system/etc/snd_soc_msm" - in other words they are system files and most likely they will NOT be touched (modified by an installation), however future releases/versions may be accessing the system resources differently in order to (officially) resolve the current issues.
Are you using CM or an AOSP based ROM? I've seen this happening in CM, just wondering...
nacos said:
The 2 modified files are located in "system/etc/snd_soc_msm" - in other words they are system files and most likely they will NOT be touched (modified by an installation), however future releases/versions may be accessing the system resources differently in order to (officially) resolve the current issues.
Are you using CM or an AOSP based ROM? I've seen this happening in CM, just wondering...
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Stock, Deodexed AMDL with P-Rom modifications (slightly modified framework). The P-Rom mods didn't effect any of the system sound files or the dialer.
Excuse me!!! Can i use this for SGH I747M?
Carlos6862 said:
Excuse me!!! Can i use this for SGH I747M?
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.. you don't need to. The Canadian S3 is officially supported by the Call Recorder, so all you have to do is install it and set the proper settings.
Thanks for your help!!!
Galaxy S4 MF3
Can you pls let me know if it would work on galaxy S4 MF3 (AT&T).
Thanks!!
kkvo said:
Can you pls let me know if it would work on galaxy S4 MF3 (AT&T).
Thanks!!
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Try and see for yourself...nothing will happen or get lost if you save all the originals. Just follow the instructions and let us know.:fingers-crossed:
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Try and see for yourself...nothing will happen or get lost if you save all the originals. Just follow the instructions and let us know.:fingers-crossed:
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Well Total Recall 2 worked for me.The app has an auto patch for S4 MF3,which makes it run without any problem.Well for anyone interested, i had had posted skvalex on his forum about any solution for MF3 and he send me the below link...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2352797
i am using automatic call recorder pro but i am facing a issue with it
it does not stay in memory although i have put it in locked app in recent task
most of the calls are not recorded
i have to open the app and then make the calls to get the recording started
it works fine for like an hour or two and then again it stops recording calls
p.s. this is not an app issues since i have used another call recording apps and found the same issue
tdssmarty16 said:
i am using automatic call recorder pro but i am facing a issue with it
it does not stay in memory although i have put it in locked app in recent task
most of the calls are not recorded
i have to open the app and then make the calls to get the recording started
it works fine for like an hour or two and then again it stops recording calls
p.s. this is not an app issues since i have used another call recording apps and found the same issue
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Do you know that there is an option to record automatic calls in the settings?
Open Settings-System apps-Phone-Call recording and enable Automatic call record.
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ya i know its there but its so difficult to use because calls are saved just by the date and time and not by names
using an app is much more easier
tdssmarty16 said:
ya i know its there but its so difficult to use because calls are saved just by the date and time and not by names
using an app is much more easier
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Enable autostart on settings
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turn off advanced memory control in development options
havent tried disabling advance memory cntrol in dev options because enabling the app in autostart seems to have fixed the problem for me
thnx a lot fr helpin guys
havent tried disabling advance memory cntrol in dev options because enabling the app in autostart seems to have fixed the problem for me
thnx a lot fr helpin guys
Hi all,
Soooo, I've got the le max 2 running TeaMSpaiN CM13 and all seems well. However I've just noticed that it's not showing any notifications for missed calls.
I'm using standard Google phone app, and in the call log it seems to show the calls as being answered rather than missed, but they're test calls that were definitely terminated at the caller's end not mine.
Any ideas?
Thanks!
Also tried using another dialler, and setting it as default. Still no joy. No missed call notifications.
All other notifications seem to be working fine...
Did you tried gi to battery and disable all those power saving options?
Yup, as it's CM13, the power save isn't as agressive as in EUI, but it's all off and still no luck ?
Randomly, it's also now not notifying for some FB requests and such. May be time to try a new ROM...
i have the redmi note 9s, im facing issues with all the notifications in general,
p.e.
- when i receive a whatsapp message i get the notification sound and vibration, sometimes just the soud and sometimes nothing.
and another thing (not sure if that´s how it works) if im i a regular phone call none of the notifications emite a sound nor vibration, im using headphones when in a regular phone call only.
I have checked all permission for apps that i want to get notifications from and restored the phone to factory settings. any thoughts?
Have you set the priority for those apps to "high"? That helped me for some apps.
Well, and setting up the notifications in the generel phone settings, and also activate autostart for those apps.
Not trying to self-promote but there appears to be many threads on this problem so I created a new thread so people can find a possible fix easier.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-9-pro/help/missing-notifications-sound-led-fix-t4191869