One and one story android

The Android Emulator and Charles Proxy: A Love Story

Oct 20, 2017 · 6 min read

Android Emulators have come a long way over the years. Once they were the bane of every developer’s life, representing the most basic failure of the Android development environment; a painfully slow tool that had the maddeningly unrealized potential to make developer lives infinitely easier. But over the last couple years, Google has wised-up and made the emulator one of the best things about developing for Android — a fast, fluid, and endlessly useful tool for exercising and debugging apps.

The Android Emulator can also be made into a super-tool for testing API edge and failure cases by employing an http proxy — a go between that can intercept, display and even re-map your API calls. My personal choice for this job is Charles Proxy. It has slick interface, easy to use mapping options and great support, with new releases being published all the time. Today I’ll show you how to set up your Emulator to proxy calls, and later, what you can do with it.

Setup

The first thing you want to do is download and run Charles Proxy. Start it up and you’ll see all the network traffic from your machine start to show up in the side bar. Charles, by default, has local proxying turned on, but since we’re going to use it to proxy an emulator, you can go to the Proxy menu and uncheck the OS proxy option:

Then click the little yellow broom icon to clear out all the traffic. You can also modify Charles’ preferences so that this option is not enabled by default.

Setup your Emulator to Proxy

Next, start up your emulator. Any old emulator will do, but depending on the Android version, your emulator’s settings might be different then mine. For this tutorial, I’m using a Pixel XL emulator running running Android 8.0, Oreo. The first thing we need to do is set up the emulator’s proxy settings, so that all the network traffic goes through Charles. To do that, we need your machine’s IP address. Charles actually has a little utility in the Help menu for this:

Click that, and then copy the IP address from the dialog that comes up.

Next, in your emulator, in the Setting bar, click the three little dots:

And then in the resulting dialog, click Settings, and then select the Proxy tab.

Paste in your IP address, and set the port to 8888. Charles will now prompt you that a device is trying to connect to the proxy, and ask you to allow it. Just click allow and you’ll start seeing IP addresses show up in the side bar

Don’t worry, we’re going to make that a whole lot prettier.

Install the Charles SSL Cert

Charles does some specific SSL magic, which we won’t go over here, but the bottom line it that you need to install the Charles SSL Certificate on your emulator. To do that, just open up a browser on the emulator, and navigate to http://chls.pro/ssl. The browser may prompt you to allow it to save the cert to disk, and then you can click to install it.

To Proxy your application on Android N or above, you also need to install a config file in your app’s resources. From the Charles Website:

“Android

As of Android N, you need to add configuration to your app in order to have it trust the SSL certificates generated by Charles SSL Proxying. This means that you can only use SSL Proxying with apps that you control.

In order to configure your app to trust Charles, you need to add a Network Security Configuration File to your app. This file can override the system default, enabling your app to trust user installed CA certificates (e.g. the Charles Root Certificate). You can specify that this only applies in debug builds of your application, so that production builds use the default trust profile.

Add a file res/xml/network_security_config.xml to your app:

Then add a reference to this file in your app’s manifest, as follows:

Phew. Your setup is now complete. Almost.

Urls instead of IP Addresses***

NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE OUT OF DATE. See the asterisked (***) section below for more current instructions.

Remember how we said we were gonna make Charles look all pretty? This is how we do it. In the setup, you probably noticed that all we get in the sidebar are IP addresses. But we can do better. To see the actual URLs those IPs represent, we can tweak our emulators settings to play nice with Charles.

To do this, go to your Emulator’s device settings, then go to (on Android 8.0, anyway) Network & Internet → Mobile network → Access Point Names. There should only be one, click on it. Now you should see this:

Now you can edit the Proxy and Port settings to match what we entered earlier in the Emulator’s settings. When you’re done that, don’t forget to click the three dots in the toolbar and Save your changes. Now, take a look at Charles again. If you’ve set up your app to trust the Charles cert, you should start to see some api urls in there.

Wow, that was a ton of work. But now it’s done, and you never have to do it ever again (unless your machines IP address changes, womp). In the next article, we’ll discover all the magical things you can do with Charles, including mapping responses to remote and local resources.

***UPDATE:

As with all things, setting up an HTTP proxy with your Android Emulator has changed a bit. Here’s is an amended guide to setting up URLs with Charles Proxy:

The built-in APN settings are now read-only, so you can’t change them as I instructed above. Instead, you need to create a new APN, so that you can change it. To do this, navigate to Settings → Network and Internet → Mobile Network and expand the Advanced section, then select Access Point Names. Now click the plus sign in the toolbar.

Basically what we’re going to do is add a new APN that copies the old one, and then edit that. Give your shiny new APN any name you want. Now set the APN field to epc.tmobile.com, set the MMSC field to http://mms.msg.eng.t-mobile.com/mms/wapenc, and make sure APN Type is set to Not Set. Also, don’t forget to set the Proxy field to your IP address for Charles, and the Port to 8888.

Finally, click the toolbar menu icon and select Save.

Now just back out to the previous screen and select your new Access Point, and you should be all set. Happy Charles-ing.

Источник

Sharp S7 announced in Japan w/ Android One and bogus one-week battery life claim

— Oct. 9th 2019 7:01 am PT

Android One devices bring the best of Google to more smartphones around the world, and Sharp has been a part of that program for a while. This week, the Sharp S7 became the latest Android One device for Japan, and it comes with Android 10 out of the box.

Android One Stories September 3, 2019

Google gives Android TV, Android Auto, and Android One new logos

— Sep. 3rd 2019 9:03 am PT

Following a recent branding update to Android as a whole, Google is giving the rest of the family some updated logos. Android TV, Android Auto, and Android One have all recently picked up logo updates.

Android One Stories August 16, 2019

Motorola One Action shoots ultra-wide video vertically, 21:9 hole-punch display

— Aug. 16th 2019 7:20 am PT

Ultra-wide cameras are becoming more popular in the Android world, and Motorola’s latest device is taking full advantage of that. The Motorola One Action has just gone official, being advertised as the first smartphone with a built-in action camera.

Amazon Kindle eBooks now up to 80% off in this 1-day sale from $1

KODAK film and photo scanners now up to 20% off starting at $28, today only

[Update: Day 5] Count down to the holidays with LEGO’s 2021 Advent Calendars

Save up to 40% on Osmo iPad and Amazon Fire learning kits starting at $32

Best of 9to5Toys: 11-inch M1 iPad Pro up to $250 off, Apple Watch Series 6 $150 off…

Android One Stories August 15, 2019

Xiaomi Mi A3 w/ Android One will launch in India on August 21st

Ben Schoon — Aug. 15th 2019 9:13 am PT

Xiaomi launched its latest Android One smartphone about a month ago in Spain. Now, the company has confirmed that India will get the Xiaomi Mi A3 on August 21st.

Android One Stories July 17, 2019

Xiaomi Mi A3 offers up Android One, triple cameras, in-display fingerprint, €249

— Jul. 17th 2019 7:02 am PT

Xiaomi’s Android One devices have proved pretty popular for a few years now, and today, the third generation has been unveiled. The new Xiaomi Mi A3 offers up a new chipset, the same great software, and plenty of hardware goodies, too.

Android One Stories June 6, 2019

Nokia 2.2 goes official for €99 w/ Android One, removable battery, Assistant button

Ben Schoon — Jun. 6th 2019 1:55 pm PT

HMD Global hosted an event today where it officially unveiled its latest budget smartphone, the Nokia 2.2. The sub-€99 device is destined for Europe and India, here’s what you need to know.

Apple challenging Russian requirement to let developers inform customers about payment…

Turn your Apple TV into a charming fireplace with Christmas music for the holidays

Report: Apple’s mixed reality headset to focus on gaming, media consumption, and…

Gurman: Apple planning redesigned iPad Pro, high-end iMac, new Mac Pro, more for 2022

WhatsApp for iOS testing new voice waveforms for chat bubbles

Android One Stories April 30, 2019

Nokia 4.2 arrives in the United States for $189, pre-orders open today

— Apr. 30th 2019 8:44 am PT

After making its debut back at MWC 2019, HMD Global has just announced that the Nokia 4.2 is coming to the United States. The Android One smartphone will cost $189 and pre-orders officially open up today.

Android One Stories February 28, 2019

Nokia 9 PureView arrives in the US starting March 3rd, $100 off for the first week

— Feb. 28th 2019 5:00 am PT

MWC 2019 delivered quite a few new smartphones, but few are as eye-grabbing as the Nokia 9 PureView. Today, we’re getting launch details for the Nokia 9 PureView in the US, as well as details on a one-week promotion that cuts down the price.

Android One Stories February 24, 2019

Android One activations growing 250% YoY as Go on over half of entry-level Android phones

— Feb. 24th 2019 2:09 pm PT

Following a full day of phone announcements from Barcelona, Google is outlining its Android presence at MWC 2019. This includes Android Foldables and 5G, as well as Rich Communication Services (RCS) adoption and Digital Wellbeing officially expanding beyond Pixel and Android One.

Quick Charge Podcast: December 4, 2021

Tesla pushes new Full Self-Driving Beta update with improved object detection

Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: $700 electric bike with FIVE shock absorbers

Toyota commits to 100% zero-emission sales in Europe by 2035, because it essentially has to

Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck update, Cyberquad, Nissan’s new electrification plan, and more

Android One quietly gets a new logo alongside MWC product launches

Ben Schoon — Feb. 24th 2019 9:09 am PT

Android One has been around for a couple of years now, and the program has seen dozens of product launches in that time. Now, Google is giving the Android One brand a small refresh thanks to a brand new logo which quietly debuted recently.

Nokia 9 PureView goes official w/ five cameras, Android One, $699 price tag

— Feb. 24th 2019 8:21 am PT

Back before its revival, Nokia’s biggest claim to fame in smartphones was the attention-grabbing camera in the Lumia 1020. Today, the company has announced another device aimed at the photography market with the Nokia 9 PureView which houses not two, not three, but five cameras on the rear.

Nokia 3.2, Nokia 4.2 go official w/ Android One, Google Assistant button, notification LED in button

— Feb. 24th 2019 7:52 am PT

Nokia has seen explosive growth over the past couple of years, and the company isn’t slowing down with new models. Today at an event just ahead of MWC 2019, Nokia has announced a few new smartphones, including two new “mass-market” models. Here’s what you need to know about the Nokia 3.2 and the Nokia 4.2

New BETAFPV Pavo360 drone with Insta360 technology

GoPro’s high-performance Enduro battery is now available to buy

Would you sleep in this $25,000 drone bed?

UK passenger jet reports another near-miss with suspected drone

Dronamics to unveil Black Swan cargo delivery drone Dec. 7

Android One Stories December 5, 2018

Nokia 8.1 goes official w/ Snapdragon 710, notched 6.18-inch display, Android Pie, €399/$450

— Dec. 5th 2018 8:14 am PT

Nokia has been on a roll in 2018 with some truly fantastic Android smartphones and today, its latest is official. The Nokia 8.1 has just been officially unveiled, here’s what you need to know.

Android One Stories November 21, 2018

Why the Nokia 7.1 is the best $350 Android phone you can buy in the US

— Nov. 21st 2018 2:52 pm PT

Cheap Android smartphones come in all shapes and sizes, but their quality can vary wildly. Some OEMs put care into the product and experience their customers are buying, while others seemingly slap together some parts and put it out on the market, never to be thought of again. Lately, I’ve been testing out the Nokia 7.1 – here’s why I think it’s the best affordable Android phone you can buy today.

Android One Stories November 5, 2018

Motorola’s Android One smartphone coming to the US for $399

Damien Wilde — Nov. 5th 2018 1:32 am PT

Motorola’s very iPhone-esque Android One smartphone, the Motorola One, will officially be available in the United States soon for $399 unlocked. The black variant can be ordered online from November 9th, while the white variant can be found in stores starting November 11th.

Amazon Kindle eBooks now up to 80% off in this 1-day sale from $1

KODAK film and photo scanners now up to 20% off starting at $28, today only

[Update: Day 5] Count down to the holidays with LEGO’s 2021 Advent Calendars

Save up to 40% on Osmo iPad and Amazon Fire learning kits starting at $32

Best of 9to5Toys: 11-inch M1 iPad Pro up to $250 off, Apple Watch Series 6 $150 off…

Android One Stories October 18, 2018

Google officially opens up Digital Wellbeing to Android One devices running Pie

Ben Schoon — Oct. 18th 2018 9:18 am PT

One of the most exciting additions to Android Pie has been that of Digital Wellbeing. The handy tool makes it easy to keep tabs on your daily smartphone usage and cut back where needed. At launch, Google didn’t specify if this tool would be available on non-Pixel devices, but today, a changelog has confirmed that Android One devices will get in on the fun.

Android One Stories October 6, 2018

Hands-on: The Nokia 7.1 fuses elegant design and Android One for a great experience [Video]

— Oct. 6th 2018 4:38 pm PT

So the Nokia 7.1 was announced at a London event on the 4th of October, with yours truly heading to the showcase to directly check out exactly what this mid-range device has to offer. And my initial impression is that this smartphone actually surprised me a decent amount.

Android One Stories October 4, 2018

Nokia 7.1 goes official w/ Snapdragon 636, dual Zeiss cameras, costs just $349

— Oct. 4th 2018 10:19 am PT

Nokia’s upper-midrange device the Nokia 7.1 was officially announced today at a London launch event. Somewhat expectedly, the device follows the design language of the previous Nokia 8 models, but with a typical 2018 notch, Android One, and an affordable price tag in tow. Here’s everything you need to know.

Apple challenging Russian requirement to let developers inform customers about payment…

Turn your Apple TV into a charming fireplace with Christmas music for the holidays

Report: Apple’s mixed reality headset to focus on gaming, media consumption, and…

Gurman: Apple planning redesigned iPad Pro, high-end iMac, new Mac Pro, more for 2022

WhatsApp for iOS testing new voice waveforms for chat bubbles

Android One Stories August 28, 2018

LG G7 One ditches the software skin for Android One and a lower price

— Aug. 28th 2018 6:47 am PT

After launching the LG G7 ThinQ earlier this year, LG is building on that device with not one, but two brand new variants of it. Surprisingly, one of them even runs on top of Android One.

Android One Stories July 24, 2018

Xiaomi Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite go official w/ Android One, launching in 40 markets

— Jul. 24th 2018 6:13 am PT

After seeing success with the Android One program last year with the Mi A1, Xiaomi is back at it with not one, but two brand new Android One smartphones.

Android One Stories July 20, 2018

Nokia 6.1 Plus goes official w/ Android One, Nokia X6’s notched design for Hong Kong

Ben Schoon — Jul. 20th 2018 6:15 am PT

Nokia’s partnership with Google on the Android One program has provided a lot of great devices, and this week it’s delivering the Nokia 6.1 Plus with a familiar design…

Quick Charge Podcast: December 4, 2021

Tesla pushes new Full Self-Driving Beta update with improved object detection

Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: $700 electric bike with FIVE shock absorbers

Toyota commits to 100% zero-emission sales in Europe by 2035, because it essentially has to

Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck update, Cyberquad, Nissan’s new electrification plan, and more

Android One Stories July 19, 2018

Leaked renders show off Xiaomi Mi A2 w/ Android One software, three color variants

Ben Schoon — Jul. 19th 2018 9:15 am PT

Xiaomi officially announced an event for July 24th earlier this week where it will be unveiling its second Android One device, the Mi A2. Today, new renders of that device have hit the web.

Android One Stories July 16, 2018

Xiaomi officially teases its next Android One smartphone, the Mi A2

Ben Schoon — Jul. 16th 2018 6:26 am PT

Xiaomi saw a lot of success last year with its first Android One smartphone, the Mi A1. Now, the company has officially released the first teaser for that device’s successor.

Android One Stories June 18, 2018

Xiaomi Mi A2, the company’s second Android One phone, leaks out on retailer site ahead of August launch

Ben Schoon — Jun. 18th 2018 8:31 am PT

Android One’s popularity around the world isn’t slowing down at all, but one of the most successful device’s we’ve seen to date is that of Xiaomi’s Mi A1. Now, that device’s successor has appeared online ahead of launch…

New BETAFPV Pavo360 drone with Insta360 technology

GoPro’s high-performance Enduro battery is now available to buy

Would you sleep in this $25,000 drone bed?

UK passenger jet reports another near-miss with suspected drone

Dronamics to unveil Black Swan cargo delivery drone Dec. 7

LG Q7 may arrive in the US soon w/ an Android One variant on T-Mobile

— Jun. 18th 2018 6:34 am PT

Google’s Android One program had a slow start, but this year we’ve seen a bunch of new Android One models launch in various markets around the world. Now, it seems like LG is about to jump on board with a new variant of its previously-announced LG Q7.

Android One Stories May 29, 2018

Nokia launches more affordable Android Go, One devices w/ promise of Android P updates

— May. 29th 2018 10:45 am PT

At MWC in February, Nokia announced a series of smartphones that range from Android Go to midrange and flagship Android One devices. During an event in Moscow today, HMD Global launched devices for the lower-end of its portfolio that focuses on providing international audiences with pure Android and future updates.

Android One Stories May 4, 2018

Android 8.1 Oreo rolling out to Moto X4 on Android One

Ben Schoon — May. 4th 2018 2:11 pm PT

One of the most underrated mid-range devices of last year was the Moto X4. With its Android One variant, the phone is essentially a Pixel in a different case. Now, that variant is finally picking up Android 8.1.

Amazon Kindle eBooks now up to 80% off in this 1-day sale from $1

KODAK film and photo scanners now up to 20% off starting at $28, today only

[Update: Day 5] Count down to the holidays with LEGO’s 2021 Advent Calendars

Save up to 40% on Osmo iPad and Amazon Fire learning kits starting at $32

Best of 9to5Toys: 11-inch M1 iPad Pro up to $250 off, Apple Watch Series 6 $150 off…

Android One Stories May 3, 2018

Nokia 6.1 launches in the US this weekend for $269 at Amazon and Best Buy

— May. 3rd 2018 4:59 am PT

If you go back just two years, Nokia was a name everyone remembered, but that meant nothing to the smartphone industry. Now, Nokia is quickly gaining traction, and for 2018, the company is about to deliver its first new device in the US with the Nokia 6.1.

Android One Stories February 27, 2018

Here are all of the Android One and Android Go phones announced at MWC 2018

— Feb. 27th 2018 10:25 am PT

Mobile World Congress generally brings us quite a lot of new smartphones, tablets, smartwatches and more all running Android. As most of the announcements have passed at this point, we thought we’d take a look at everything that’s new and what will be available in the coming year for Android One and Android Go.

Android One Stories February 25, 2018

Flagship Nokia 8 Sirocco features 5.5-inch pOLED display, thin design, & Android One

— Feb. 25th 2018 7:51 am PT

In addition to its other low to mid-range Android One and Go devices, HMD Global’s Nokia is launching a flagship device at MWC 2018. The Nokia 8 Sirocco is defined by its pOLED display, thin design, and other flagship-level features.

Apple challenging Russian requirement to let developers inform customers about payment…

Turn your Apple TV into a charming fireplace with Christmas music for the holidays

Report: Apple’s mixed reality headset to focus on gaming, media consumption, and…

Gurman: Apple planning redesigned iPad Pro, high-end iMac, new Mac Pro, more for 2022

WhatsApp for iOS testing new voice waveforms for chat bubbles

New Nokia 6 and 7 Plus embrace Android One as Android Go launches on Nokia 1

— Feb. 25th 2018 7:50 am PT

Google kicked off its MWC with expanded rollouts and new features for Google Assistant and Lens. The company also teased Android One and Go announcements, with HMD Global’s Nokia today announcing new devices based on those two initiatives.

Android One Stories February 22, 2018

First Android Go and more One devices to debut at MWC 2018 as Assistant, Lens news teased

— Feb. 22nd 2018 8:38 am PT

Ahead of Mobile World Congress next week, where Samsung and others are expected to introduce the first 2018 flagships, Google is teasing the announcement of the first Oreo (Go edition) and more Android One devices from partners. Meanwhile, Android head Hiroshi Lockheimer also notes Google Assistant, Lens, and RCS developments.

Android One Stories January 31, 2018

Sharp ‘Android One S3’ debuts in Japan with a tough build and mid-range specs [Video]

Ben Schoon — Jan. 31st 2018 7:24 am PT

Sharp has been partnering with Google for a while with the Android One program in Japan, and now, its latest device has hit the market in the “Android One S3.”

Quick Charge Podcast: December 4, 2021

Tesla pushes new Full Self-Driving Beta update with improved object detection

Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: $700 electric bike with FIVE shock absorbers

Toyota commits to 100% zero-emission sales in Europe by 2035, because it essentially has to

Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck update, Cyberquad, Nissan’s new electrification plan, and more

Android One Stories December 26, 2017

Xiaomi Mi A1 picks up Android Oreo beta on Android One, adds fast charging

Ben Schoon — Dec. 26th 2017 7:48 am PT

It came as a bit of a surprise earlier this year when Xiaomi announced that it would be joining Google’s Android One program with the Mi A1. Now, a few months later, that device is picking up an Android Oreo beta, and it’s finally adding support for fast charging…

Android One Stories December 22, 2017

Android One Moto X4 on Project Fi receiving 8.0 Oreo update today

Abner Li — Dec. 22nd 2017 3:07 pm PT

One of the central tenants of Android One is fast updates and the Moto X4 that launched earlier this year for Project Fi was included in the update promise. Meeting an end of the year guarantee, 8.0 Oreo is now beginning to rollout for the device.

Android One Stories November 2, 2017

HTC joins Android One with mid-range ‘U11 life’ featuring Edge Sense, Android 8.0 Oreo

— Nov. 2nd 2017 5:59 am PT

As widely rumored, HTC is now making devices for the relaunched Android One program. A mid-range phone, the HTC U11 life is not all too different from the Moto X4, save for launching with Android Oreo and featuring some Pixel-like features.

New BETAFPV Pavo360 drone with Insta360 technology

GoPro’s high-performance Enduro battery is now available to buy

Would you sleep in this $25,000 drone bed?

UK passenger jet reports another near-miss with suspected drone

Dronamics to unveil Black Swan cargo delivery drone Dec. 7

Android One Stories October 10, 2017

Android One Moto X4 faces ‘production delay’ as Project Fi shipments pushed back

— Oct. 10th 2017 10:05 am PT

Announced last month, Project Fi was expected to begin shipping the Moto X4 for those who pre-ordered sometime this week. However, the first Android One device in the US has now been delayed due to production issues.

Android One Stories October 3, 2017

Android One’s upcoming HTC U11 Life specs leak with Android Oreo and water resistance in tow

— Oct. 3rd 2017 7:58 am PT

Android One is coming to the US very soon, and that’s starting with the Moto X4. However, there’s another affordable device coming too, the HTC U11 Life. After getting a first look a couple of weeks ago, we’re today getting specifications for the device.

Android One Stories September 13, 2017

HTC’s latest budget phone will debut on Android One with Edge Sense and giant bezels

— Sep. 13th 2017 7:30 am PT

We’ve known for quite some time that Android One is going to make a debut in the United States, and just the other day we got new details about the Moto X4’s Android One launch. Today, we’re learning more about the other Android One device we told you about earlier this year, the HTC “Ocean Life.”

Amazon Kindle eBooks now up to 80% off in this 1-day sale from $1

KODAK film and photo scanners now up to 20% off starting at $28, today only

[Update: Day 5] Count down to the holidays with LEGO’s 2021 Advent Calendars

Save up to 40% on Osmo iPad and Amazon Fire learning kits starting at $32

Best of 9to5Toys: 11-inch M1 iPad Pro up to $250 off, Apple Watch Series 6 $150 off…

Android One Stories September 9, 2017

How Android One has changed, and why its US debut via the Moto X4 is likely imminent

— Sep. 9th 2017 4:19 pm PT

Today we got our first look at an Android One-branded Moto X4 from the ever-reliable Evan Blass, but here’s something you might not be aware of: we’ve been tracking this story here at 9to5Google for more than half a year now. The first rumors of the program’s launch in the US popped up back in January, and a few months later we got a sizable dump of information about the program from a source, some of which we published in April.

So what’s happening? How has Android One changed? Is the Moto X4 going to be the first Android One phone for the United States?

Источник