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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kelvyn1995:
Hi this is my first topic to this incredible forum.

i was having some throuble with my camera in gingerbread, after some time of camera usage , camera firmware becomes corrupt and i need back to android 1.5 for flash camera firmware again.

Can it be related to camera PMEM? because in gaosp we don't use camera pmem.

Thanks.hope anyone can help me ^^:p
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samir84:
root-sprint-nexus-s-4g-with-a-single-click-guide

the process above is the method i used to unlock my nexus s but after having it unlocked the phone was unable to read any sim cards. so i figured i must have screwed up the unlocking process so i tried a different unlocking process to see if it would override the problem and the process i had used was single-click-root-solution-superboot-works-on-windows-mac-linux-tutorial after running that process my phone could no longer pass the google boot logo. I have tried almost everything i could think off. going trough clockworkmod and applying the update.zip but it just says installation aborted. also resetting to factory data settings. but nothing seems to work.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] obsanity:
You rooted using the wrong method. You don't have the sprint version if NS4G. I would look for Samsung flash file back to stock and then go from there.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] saiful73:
Same problem?
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
Are we sure there is no micro SD card slot on the tab 10? Has anyone taken apart the unit? There is a micro SD slot on the 3G version, maybe samsung has left the actual slot on the system board but just covered up the opening on the plastic shell? This happens all the time in manufacturing devices, often Mfrs want to remove a feature and dont want to re-tool or reprogram a Mfr process so they do things like leaving the option in and just covering it up.....Ive seen this happen all the time.

The fact that the tab 10 was SUPPOSED to come with a micro SD card slot and at the last minute having it left out leads me to GREATLY believe that the actual slot is on the system board just covered up by the plastic shell.

The slot is supposed to be just to the right of the volume buttons.

I cant take my unit apart until I get the stupid 3-prong security bits to unscrew the screws near the usb connector.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dcc22:
Mh interesting, my rotary tool is ready ;)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] StuMcBill:
I didn't think there was??
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Berner:
There's a greater chance of finding a tiny leprechaun who changes the orientation of the Tab when it turns, than of finding an documented secret SD slot.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
You obviously have no idea that all samsung pre-production models of the tab 10 (im not talking about the 10v model) had a micro sd card slot. There are plenty of pictures online. The sd card slot is there. Or at least there will be traces on the board. IMO the actual slot is soldered on the board as it was last min choice to have the option removed.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Sighx:
It'd be interesting to know if there is one or not...... :D
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mesasone:
I haven't taken mine apart yet, and have no interest in doing it. Never the less, I would also be interested in knowing what we have going on back there. I searched for a teardown by iSuppli or similar, but did not find anything. Too bad.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Berner:
I'm aware that some pre-production models had the hardware. You're making a giant leap to suggest that the hardware exists in production models when all evidence points to the contrary.

But by all means, feel free to prove me wrong. I anxiously await your pics.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ericc191:
It's more than possible. Look at WP7 phones.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
What evidence points to the contrary??? Samsung officially will tell you there is no micro SD card slot but that does not count since its their default answer if it is or isnt inside. The fact that there is no actual cut out in the plastic shell also does not count as that is its default position regardless if the slot hardware is there or not.

Again where is this evidence to the contrary?
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
Does anyone have access to an Xray machine that can scan their unit so we can see?
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ericc191:
I'm friends with Superman.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dscline:
It seems just as likely, if not more, that the pre production unit had a slot in the case, but no functioning SD hardware behind it. Even if the hardware is there, getting it to work w/o Samsung's support could be difficult. Look how hard it's been for the zoom, while Motorola intended for it to work
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kragebein:
I'll have it xrayed on monday. I'll give you the pictures so you can analyze them.

But doubt you'll se anything useful.

(Got xray machines at work)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hyann:
maybe I'm missing something here, but what is the advantage to samsung when they actually have a microSD slot onboard 10.1 after the redesign and not to use it? I find their story believable that they had to cut it out due to size(thickness) issues. If they could squeeze in the micro SD they would not hesitate to advertise it as another advantage over the ipad2.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wesbalmer:
Advantage would be the ability to market the next product as "New and improved with expandable memory."

My professional opinion in concern to prototyping and designing, its much easier to modify and replace a plastic/aluminum enclosure than modifying a stockpile of motherboards
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
Fantastic. Cant wait.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NyPlaya513:
seems we have a winning entry to answer all questions on this topic and put it to rest, no x-ray needed

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=15276646&postcount=13

I have taken the liberty of messaging the user for his input on this threads subject and have requested he shed some light on this mind boggling question
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GuestK003:
I think this line right here is what's confusing people.

"micro-SD card slot for up to 32GB memory through a USB adapter (have to buy separately)"

It's possible to extend it through the USB adapter, but IMO it's much easier to use a service like dropbox or sugarsync. Save a few playlists locally with iSyncr then have the rest of your library on google music. I use sugarsync. I use it all the time. It's a great way to get files onto your device, wireless.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dinan:
Where's the pictures of the pre production tab having the SD slot? And BTW it's up to the person making a claim against the norm to prove it... not the other way around, that's ridiculous.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
Are you serious?? You believe they had to cut out a micro sd car slot due to size/thickness issues when they Mfr the Galaxy S II with micro sd slot which has the same chipset and is even SLIMMER than the tab 10 and a fraction of the size....come on....it had nothing to do with issues manufacturing the unit due to thickness. The preproduction units already had the slot built in and they were the same thickness.

The fact is Samsung Tab 10 is the top Android tablet and its so far ahead of other android units that its in a class of its own. It really is, and Samsung decided to remove the micro SD card so that the 16gb model does not compete with the 32gb since you can just buy a 16gb micro sd card for $10 instead of paying an extra $100 for the 32gb model. Only products that dominate the market can get away with this tactic and Samsung clearly can with the tab 10 as the tab 10 is far superior to any other android tablet. When you have the best device in the market you can get away with atrocities....

This is the EXACT same reason apple does not include micro SD card slot on ANY devices iphone or ipad.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
I think you are the one who is confused. The Tab 10 was supposed to have a micro SD card slot and all pre-production units had them, it was located at the top of the unit to the right of the volume rocker and had a flipout cover. Last min samsung decided to remove the feature (for reasons explained in previous post) and IMO covered it up with the outside plastic shell as it would be foolish to waste money re-tooling and re-programing the system board Mfring process all to remove a micro sd card slot which costs nothing to add.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
Here in the first camera pic you can clearly see the micro SD slot and cover. Its between the volume rocker and camera area

Another photo taken JUST before release of retail units. Hmm....oh look there is a micro SD slot right where I said there is...

Up close and personal pic of the micro sd slot
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
First please don't flame me for stating a fact. As it stands the current device being sold in the stores does not have a MicroSD slot. If you would like to volunteer to tear apart your device go ahead. If you're right and they do still have the hookups for the microsd doesn't mean that they installed the cradle to hold it. If you look at ALL the pictures that have the microSD slot in it you'll see an accompanying SIM slot. Last time I checked this was a wifi only version. More than likely it was never meant to be in the wifi version. Everything you have talked about/showed has been the prereleased / preproduction model. They also said it was going to have CISCO IPSEC VPN and touchwiz. They have the ability to change those specs anytime with or with out reason/notice. You didn't have to purchase it if you wanted it with an MicroSD slot. Point is: be happy with what you got, or take it back and get something with a MicroSD slot. If you can't be happy with either of those then build your own.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] taha_e:
well I'm going to buy a samsung 10.1 tablet and the only thing makes me to hesitate is the microsd slot, in Indonesia they released the 16gb only and samsung shops informed they are not going to launch other capacities in this country.

I appreciate those who already have the product to take a look at below questions:

did any one try the mini usb adopter?

How easy it can be to use a microsd card via the usb adopter?

is it possible to connect some usb storage via this adoptor? :confused:
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NyPlaya513:
yes the adapters will allow more storage when they actually get released
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] robobear:
cant wait for the usb adapter... maybe i'll make it like the DIY guy from next door thread..

and i live in indonesia so... sucks for over priced accessories here..
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
For you 2 that can only get 16 maybe the best thing would be what I posted previously. What do you need more than 16GB for anyway?
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TabGuy:
Unless, of course, you're Al Gore.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sloan1919:
OP, solid reasoning as this does happen frequently in component manufacturing. From a finance perspective it is sometimes cheaper to design one and disable than develop two boards. This could also be the reason for the delay on the usb adapter, it would be an unwise move (finance perspective) to release the 16gb, 32gb, and the usb adapter at the same time. The sales from the 32gb would suffer and so would profit and margin as the 32gb is nowhere close to $100 more in manufacturing cost. By releasing as they did they allow time for people who need the extra space to pay more, people who are indifferent to pay less, and those on the fence to pay in the middle (purchasing the $20 usb adapter later). By releasing on the schedule as they have they prevent leaks from the different groups (the people who dont mind paying more dont pay less with the $519 alternative) There is probably a sales target for the usb release. Sorry for the typos as I am typing this on my 16gb tab.lol
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] player911:
I remember my old Motorola flip phone had like 3-4 different models like Bluetooth and Video Recording (it was a long time ago). We found the only difference was software. We flashed the big boy firmware on the bottom feeder model and bluetooth and Video recording sprung to life.

I agree that LOTS of manufactures do this. They make a reference board with all of the big boy features, and either X out a few or don't program for them. Boards and Casings aren't something they do last minute. Casings would come after the hardware though.

Knowing Samsung they'll come out with a Tab 10.1x with a microSD slot and Android 4.0 = same device.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pokey9000:
PCBs are costly to respin but the decision to put a component on the board can be done on the fly for nearly free. So if a marketing decision to axe a feature is made mid-development it's not uncommon to just not populate the relevant components (no-pop).

Take for instance the Nook Color. Easily 1/5 of the PCB surface area is taken up with a footprint for a 3G modem module that isn't installed. Obviously there's no 3G Nook Color, but at some point Barnes and Noble wanted the option to make one. Or the Transformer, Iconia, and most new laptops: there's a spot for a mini-pcie slot connector meant for a modem, but they're not populated.

So it's very likely that there's a footprint for a microSD slot in the Tab. Likely there's a footprint for a modem and antenna as well. But I doubt they would install a socket and not have it exposed. That being said, IF there are pads on the board for a socket AND you're willing to open the Tab, then it's probably a no-brainer to add one on.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] freonix:
Has anyone notice the 10.1 listing in Samsung support website?

http://imgur.com/4NbzI

Sorry, saved in the wrong format.

You can see there is a lot of variations...
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cyberleader:
micro usb

There is a promotional video that shows the tab 10.1 with the micro SD card slot. Also I heard that the tablet was glued together and cannot be taken apart.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
You'll alsonotice it's the 3G version.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] daddymatt:
I own a mobile device/computer support and repair shop... Im going to perform a tear down and make a guide... Ill post results when finished and confirm one way or another. It may be a couple days (i dont know what "security" features i may find) but ill keep everyone posted.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ericc191:
This is awesome. Can't wait to see the results and pics.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ewitte:
Because those pesky microsd cards are so thick...
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jeandujardin01:
grey vs white

16 vs 32 GB

3g vs wifi only

yes that can make a lot of versions !

you can see here that even the Italian version does NOT have a MicroSD slot even on the 3G model...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9uNglKpjmM&feature=player_embedded
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dscline:
I have no doubt that they can fit an SD card into the 10.1's thickness, but when component spacing gets that cramped, it does take a little bit of extra engineering. When you look at how fast they re-designed it into a thinner model (from the 10.1v), I could definitely see how extra mechanical complexities might end up on the chopping block to save time. Most of the tablet market is a race right now. If your target competition is the Ipad2, which is selling like hotcakes despite the lack of ports, I could see how getting it out the door sooner would trump adding the ports. We'd all like to see them, and I'm sure a lot of the compromises in current tablets will be reduced in the next year or two.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ewitte:
Are you sure you want a rushed tablet? ;)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Asori:
The point of this post was? Go bait elsewhere. :rolleyes:

I'm curious if someone can find this in here as well - although I doubt I'll be taking mine apart and cutting the case to get access to it. I think using a USB adapter and a thumb drive will suffice for me. This would still be quite interesting to see though!
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ewitte:
To make people think, its a legit comment. I'm not baiting anyone. Most brands have issues right now and possibly rushing is the problem.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dscline:
I don't disagree with that at all. Most of the hardware out now is rushed, and Honeycomb still has issues as well. It's just the state of the market right now. You either wait, make the best of it, or... (shudder) buy an ipad.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ewitte:
Its already WAY better than OCT/NOV when I got my gtablet.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5thElement:
CONFIRMED!!!!!!!!!!!

Finally got my tri-wing screw driver set today and removed the shell off my tab 10 and THERE IS A MICRO SD SLOT exactly where predicted based on the pictures online.

Im too scared to put a card in! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kevin Gossett:
Pics or it didn't happen. :D
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NyPlaya513:
rules of the internet that must be obeyed :)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MrBaZ78:
:):):):):):):):):)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] taha_e:
ohhhhh what a breaking news, but need photo,and you will be famous soon :D

could you please check if possible to cut the cover for card insertion (I dont mean you cut it,just a visual check to see if it is possible)? in addition to the slot you found I think need some mods in os, perhaps samsung has soft-deactivated the card slot
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dcc22:
can't wait how the community will rip samsung apart (and the tablet) lol
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SeaborneClink:
I'll be following this thread closely waiting for pictures...
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kegacide:
yeah seriously, if your posting on XDA about your tablet that you just took apart, im sure there is a 99% chance you have a cell phone that can take pictures and has internet access...

it would literally have taken .2 extra seconds to snap a photo of said SD card slot with said cell phone and post it on said message board...

seems fishy
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joeski27:
If it was me that uncovered or confirmed something like this, my very first thought would be that no one on here would believe me if I posted my findings without some visual evidence, and that I would get flamed (as is the case now) immediately upon posting such a statement. I probably wouldn't have even bothered making that post unless I had photos ready to go. Just sayin. :cool:
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jnn1:
Waiting to see photos for verification too!

But if the sd card slot is really, I can't help wondering who's worse: motor who place a as slot that is still unuseable or sammy that covers the thing up ... gees, these manufacturers :$
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] midnight93933:
Dude we need photographic evidenSe!
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] celtichazard:
Tomorrow arrive here in juarez mexico my tab and. I try to make a teardown with hires photos and find this sd card secret
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dazz87:
Lol it would be funny if there is a sd slot....there will be alot pissed off 10.1 owners....:D
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] notfaded1:
doh

Willing to take the GT apart but afraid to put an sd card in or take a picture... I've got a 256gig micro sd card I'll sell you :}
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hyann:
As we have a saying in Taiwan,

NPNT.

No Picture No Truth.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] duffyanneal:
I just opened my GT 10.1 and it does not have an micro-SD card slot. Here are some pictures.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] taha_e:
Thats a bad news, but thanks for your effort, by the way we were looking for a "micro sd" slot not "sd"
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kujayhawks77:
Well now that we can SEE there is no microSD port (props to duffyanneal), I have a hardware question. (I will be the first to say that my hardware knowledge is limited so I apologize if this is a stupid question)

Are you able to access storage space and would it be possible to take a 16GB tablet and upgrade it to a 32GB if one desired? (Once USB/SD accessories are available and working this probably won't matter but I'd still like to know)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kujayhawks77:
I personally do not have a need for more than 16GB at a time really (unless I am travelling and need to load up movies) however there are several people I know who need more than 32 GB for their work. I think it would be a nice option for them to be able to carry more. (Someday we might get accessories :)
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] duffyanneal:
LOL, not one of those either.

I didn't want to totally dismantle it so I'm not sure about upgrading. I would strongly suspect that the memory is soldered to the PCB and one would have to remove the 16GB chip and solder in a 32GB. Not for the faint of heart.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Berner:
To the troll OP: I told you so. I hope you get banned.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ericc191:
Seriously? It was a good question and we got our answer. Chill out.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Berner:
Yes, seriously. Did you realize it was the troll OP who LIED in his own thread about "discovering" a hidden micro sd card slot?

Did you also know the same troll OP insulted one of the only active developers for the Tab 10.1, until he was threatened with a permanent ban? Did you also know the troll OP claimed to be releasing his own kernel for the 10.1 this week ... another lie?

As far as I'm concerned, asking for a ban of 5thElement is the least offensive thing I've ever posted on this site.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NyPlaya513:
i think he made the comment based on the fact the OP stated they opened theirs and found a sd slot

found here on pg 5: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=15444794&postcount=46
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dsEVOlve:
Thank you for putting an end to that nonsense. Now we can move on to how the GT10.1 was really born in Kenya and isn't a US citizen
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SeaborneClink:
Well it's nice to at least confirm that they left that slot open. I know that was never really a contended point but it does look as though they scrubbed it pretty last second since there is still an open place for it in the plastic and right behind what looks to be the FFC. Looks like something could have very easily been slotted to fit there given all that beige plastic next to the PCB.