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[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] happyoutkast:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1318704

hi-

I just installed Octane to my galaxy s 4g after much work, research and reading through these forums. Everything is working phenomenally, I'm running gingerbread, have screaming speeds, and fairly decent 4g data connection (confirmed) and my phone boots faster than I've ever seen it, awesome work. :D:D:D

The problem is that wifi is not working that well. The range is horrible and it will only connect to wireless G routers, and absolutely will not even connect to any N routers, it just simply scans, connects, scans, connects, etc....

I have tried multiple modem files, the default that comes with Octane (which I believe is KI3, I tried KF2, as well as KJ3, all with same results, and will be attempting KD2 next (the one that came stock on the phone, I believe), which I expect the same results as I was running the KJ3 modem prior to moving from stock rom to Octane, with no issues which tells me it's likely a problem with how the new rom handles N networks, but if anybody else here has an idea on how to fix this, I'm all ears. :confused::confused:

Like I said, everything else is working just great, so I know the rom installed properly and even got gingerbread working, however is someone doesn't believe me that I actually can follow instructions, the links for the guides I followed are below.

Rooted, installed cwm

backed up my stock rom, settings, etc, twice using cwm (just to make sure) and backed all sd card contents up to computer

attempted install of octane per the forum, http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1305145

failed due to gingerbread migration issue, fixed per the gingerbread start up guide http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1223765

and of course for completeness, I did read over/follow http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1122508 where applicable and had a nice look over the bible at http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1117554 and a look over http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=979109

and that, I believe encompasses about every useful and up-to-date bit of pertinent information that I could find, and remember using since this adventure has taken quite a bit of time over the last few days.

So, please don't ask any dumb obvious questions like "did you set the mounts properly" or "did you wipe the cache first", because I did, if I didn't the rom wouldn't even be working and I would have a different issue, and please don't flame me if this happened to have been answered 6 months ago on this forum, google and even this forum search can only do so much and I did make every reasonable effort to find an answer first. I may be new to these forums but not to technology...so thanks to all who are able and willing to offer any useful suggestions/advice.
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] bkoon1218:
Sorry, but that last part of your post was arrogant as hell. You should consider not putting that there if you want help next time. Most people that could help might just be put off by that.

On topic, wifi is a known issue on ask of the GB ROMs, which is why every leak practically has the question "how's wifi". We're still waiting for a leak with all problems solved.
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] happyoutkast:
thank you very much for your reply, that was exactly the type of information I was looking for.

As for sounding arrogant, I apologize and did consider that when writing and tried to make it sound less arrogant, problem is I have had more than my fair share of experience on these forums and I find it tends to waste a ton of time when people don't bother to read my post and ask me obvious questions, or just simply insult me by talking down to me like a kindergartener. Now I understand there's a lot of noobs on here and such, and I apologize for my frustrations in getting responses and any hurt feelings. Unfortunately I don't know any better way of getting across that I'm not an idiot, can use search and google, and can follow directions....
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] bkoon1218:
Glad I could help.

However, if you're super dependent on wifi, you should probably go back to Froyo instead. IMO, the speed difference in GB is worth the poor wifi signal (although my wifi doesn't seem to have problems).

That wasn't meant to be anything offensive to you, btw. Just wanted to give you a heads up. Unfortunately, some people here jump at the chance to flame.
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] happyoutkast:
yeah, I'll take the speed anyday, having my phone up and ready to go in 2-4 minutes versus the 15-20 it used to take is definitely worth it, and 4g is working well enough I can live with being stuck on 4g at one end of my house...

and yes, people love to flame, on xbox we call them telephone tough guys, all the same though, a hallmark of the internet since the early 90's, man that makes me feel old....
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] bkoon1218:
You could also try switching out modems to see which one would give you the best service too.
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] Locobato:
Pardon my lack of proficiency on the subject but what tools and or apps do you use to test the wifi on our phones? I hardly use it so I really haven't noticed any difference since flashing custom ROMs. I think the only time I connect is to use the Google TV remote app to interact with the TV. I understand testing with different routers for the B/G/N connections I was just curious what tools you use to measure signal strength and throughput?
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] bhundven:
I use wifi analyzer: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.farproc.wifi.analyzer

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Btw, the 802.11n supports only 2.4GHz, not 5GHz ;)
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] Locobato:
Nice, thank you sir. Only thing is I don't want to go back to stock or even Froyo to see if there is a difference lol. But with this app at least I can see just what my Wifi is doing.
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] bhundven:
Probably won't be any difference between modded and stock. Since the rom modders aren't modifying the modem.bin.

But going back to Froyo, you will notice a difference. It is much better there.

Wifi is probably the reason they haven't dropped GB source yet (amongst other stability issues).
[Samsung Galaxy S (4G Model)] happyoutkast:
[FIXED] wifi on galaxy s 4g fully working WITH gingerbread

IT WORKS, IT'S FIXED!!! WOOT!!!:D:D:D:D

yes, running gingerbread/octane on galaxy s 4g, have wifi on both N and G networks, secured with wpa/wpa2 psk. Typical setup in any home and it works!! not the strongest signal on the planet but I have access and screaming speeds (4g speeds are off the chain with this new rom compared to stock, better performance probably has everything to do with it)

so, yes, a router reboot and a couple modem file flashes later and viola, everything works.....using gingerbread. Would add a signature to show what I"m using if this site would let me, but for now I'll post it here:

Phone: samsung galaxy s 4g (SGH-T959V)

firmware version: 2.3.5

Baseband version: T959VUVKJ3

modem: KJ3

Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-T959VUVKI3-CL611444se.infra@SEI-45 #2

Build: Gingerbread.VUVKI3

Rom: octane v2.0 from http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1305145

hint: if you choose to install the rom, be sure to install the gingerbread startup pack first!

from the above responses having wifi, 4g, and everything else working WITH a new rom and great performance has had an issue, I would like to say at this point everything is working great all around, no issues whatsoever. Total awesomsauce!
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skynetwork:
hey guys,

i just wanted to put some stuff on my sd card here at work but realized, that windows xp recognizes the drives of the phone but always says "insert xxx into drive x:" and i cannot access my phone to put a .zip on the card.

-i installed new USB drivers directly through motorola

-.net framework is installed too

-phone is configured to work as normal drives

running cm7 beta nightly currently but wanted to flash a new kernel here at work. (nightly drains the hell outta the battery :eek: )....

any help is appreciated...
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skynetwork:
nvm, thread can be closed... got it working :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hectorethanol:
I own a SGS and I am wondering if you could use the Phone to display video (e.g. from a camcorder) like an external monitor? As you can use the output to stream to a TV it might be possible to use that reverse? Does a driver allready exist?

TIA
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Conkers:
From what I can tell, not possible at all. It would be nice though.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hectorethanol:
What would be the problem?
[General Questions and Answers] radicalgel:
Hi,

I just switched to android (SGS2) from iOS a couple days back. I regularly used a diary/journal app called Momento on my iPhone and since this app is not available for android I was wondering how to make the switch. I have all my entries exported and backed up and I just installed Diaro from the app market. Could someone pleas tell me the easiest way to transfer my momento entires over. Btw, my momento entires are only text, no audio or photos.
[General Questions and Answers] radicalgel:
BUMP!!!

Please anyone. Any help would be much appreciated... I also found this app called moment diary which I really like and would love to transfer my momento entries to this app. Any guidance would be much appreciated.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] NZtechfreak:
Hi everyone,

I'm getting a Note (whenever it does actually release that is).

Keen to know what questions you have about the device? Either ask here, or post a comment here (it'll probably be easier for me to track questions via the blog).

Will also be getting a Razr and Nexus if you have questions about those handsets.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] smeddy:
Hey!

I can't wait to get this phone!!

The stylus looks interesting, and I'm keen to know whether it feels "right" as a pen and paper substitute. Can you write on the screen easily without the stylus dragging too much/feeling too slide-y etc? I'm talking purely as using this as pen/paper rather than using handwriting-recognition etc.

Oooh - also, if this is something you were planning to do, I'd be interested to know how Divx/videos look/work over HDMI out :)

And battery life is always a good Q, although I know it normally takes a week or two to get a feel for this.

Very jealous of your new phone! Thanks for your report :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] dave888:
Thanks man, I waiting for one myself. My one question is: When can I upgrade to ICS? Not easy for to answer :)

An overall comparison between the devices would be nice.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] reinbeau:
I am so hopeful that it will come to the US on AT&T, I'll skip the SGS II for this one! I'm very interested in the stylus and its functions, if you could go over that I'd appreciate it.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ChodTheWacko:
Please try to include stuff that other videos don't.

It seems like the videos cover the exact same stuff over and over - it's incredibly boring. I'm close to making my own video actually, if I don't see a review that I like.

Stuff I want to know, for example:

1) Most of the stylus writing demos are stupid. They write 'HELLO' or "BOB' in huge finger paint letters.

That's not how it's supposed to be used. It's supposed to emulate a pad of paper and a pen. Can you write, say, a shopping list on it? Is it comfortable to write on? Does it have enough friction or does the stylus slide all over the place? Is it really noisy and would annoy everyone around you? (plastic vs glass = tap tap tap generally) How comfortable is the stylus?

How well does say, a regular capacitive stylus work? what exact functions will you lose? (pressure sensitivity, screenshot button, anything else?)

2) Show some pocket tests. Show how easily it slides into say, a front jeans pocket. Then sit down. Do jacket pockets, or whatever. People always ask how pocketable it is.

3) Ideally show some useful ways to use the stylus.

There's a demo of some guy circling the weather map and writing 'nice weather'. is anyone really going to do that?

The 'trace an outline to crop'- that's clever. Anything else like that?

A better example is to say, take a screenshot of a map, with buildings circled that you want to visit. I think a stylus is at its best when annotating things like documents or whatever.

4) Does the s-pad scroll, like you are a window above a larger sheet of paper? or is a fixed block?

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] kunalparwani:
Pocket tests +1.

Like jeans, trousers etc. Might as well have to completely refresh my wardrobe for this.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] DJKick_fr:
One thing that I did not see yet is how the applications would look like in 1280x800 and compare to let's say a regular 800x480.

Can we return to a 800x480 mode if we want (with a reduced window)?

How easy is it to crop images ? What are the different functions of the built in drawing program?

Are there any other apps for taking notes compatible with the pen ?

Does the pen work as a mouse in a VPN connection/remote connection to a Windows system ?

On the audio outputs, what is the maximum output level?

Can you take pictures with the volume buttons ?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Q2V:
Hi,

Im interested much on Note, because dont want to have both smartphone and tablet PC, so hope Note can replace both.

Im worry about matter, said on some forum & review: Note as phone is too big but as web browser is too small.

Also with a high price, i worry to buy very expensive but not for daily use product.

Pls give your review how Note is comfortable for the daily use?, Can it completely replace a smartphone and tablet ?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] slaydog:
Here is a nice video that shows the note fitting into some jeans. I have seen most of it before, but the pocket demonstration is not till after the 14 minute mark!

BTW, I have a Dell Streak 5" and its actually a little longer than the Note. Fits into my pockets fine, even with Otterbox case...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] tids2k:
Where you getting it from and how much @nztechfreak
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ChodTheWacko:
Why on earth would you want the former?

I have some games on my current phone which don't scale, and appear in the middle. I can't stand it - the controls are impossible. ( i guess since we have the stylus it is okay, but why would you actually want this? It's not like you can open multiple windows)

I'm quite certain the answer to the last question is no - you have to use the camera app (and I beleve the galaxy s 2 is the same way)

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Dragooon123:
Is the touch experience as fluid as galaxy s2? I mean is the stylus an added bonus or a requirement? Did you try throwing it against the wall?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ChodTheWacko:
It's a matter of taste, and how you use a phone/tablet.

As far as tablet goes, would you be willing to go down to a 5.3" screen for pocketable 24x7 access? Depends - for example if you read a LOT, maybe you prefer that 7"/10" screen.

As far as replacing your phone goes - it's mostly how big are your hands, and how important is one handed usage? This is a two handed device, like all tablets.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Dragooon123:
Can you also answer my concern?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Gede:
It seems just like a big S2 (I have both), the stylus is a bonus, not needed.

I didn't throw it against the wall, since my S2 has become to small, so I will throw that against the wall.

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No, you wont have to I guess.... Until now the Note fits everywhere where the S2 fitted before.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] DJKick_fr:
This is just in case the scaling looks odd or in case the app does not launch properly.

The scaling from iphone to ipad apps is quite bad, often I don't use the scaling for iphone apps on ipad so just making sure you can remove scaling if you want to.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ankydu:
Please test the audio quality in headphone out and let us know if its good or atleast any better than galaxy s2.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Greatbape:
Test the glonas gps. How does it work? Does it work without internet connection?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] nForce:
I tried the Chartcross GPS Test and got without a SIM-Card and deactivated Wifi a fix in under 10 sec!

The Stylus has nearly no friction and is sliding very fast over the glass. A little tap noise is there, but not annoying. Also the Stylus is a little bit small! imho its not very comfortable to write but for me thats ok because I just wanted the big screen ;)

It fits in a front jeans pocket but if you sit down it is visible a litte bit at the top of the pocket!

With the stylus very easy because if you hold the button on the stylus and hold a long tap on the screen it takes a screenshot of the whole screen!

The Stylus works everywhere like a finger, only that it is more accurate for handwriting/drawing! I tried Gmote and it works flawlessly!

On maximum the speaker sound is really loud. It sounds quite well. While watching a video everything sounds loud enough and clear!

Unfortunately only the on-screen button works!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ankydu:
Please nswer my question as well.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] nForce:
don't have an SGS II, sorry
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ankydu:
I just meant to say is how much are u satisfied with the music quality from the headphone out, would you recommend it as a dedicated audio player to someone.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ChodTheWacko:
I see - that's a good point.

I just did a quick check and the aspect ratio is different between my mytouch 4g (800x400 = 1.66), and the galaxy note (1280x800 = 1.6) so that's interesting.

I suspect this is more of an ice cream sandwich thing.

ANother review request - It would be nice to see someone demoing USB otg.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] RMXO:
Can you test out which media the Note can play with the default player: mkv, avi, etc.

TYIA
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] nForce:
I tried a 2,2GB 720p Web-DL Dexter Episode (mkv) which ran flawlessly ;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Dragooon123:
Can you try Dungeon Defender(It's free), pump it up to max graphics and see how it performs? Can you also take a photo from the camera of the same(I just want to see if it stretches or not)?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] starscalling:
Could you try high-bitrate 1080p?

Have you tried 1080p dlna?

Have you tried 1080p hdmi?

Can the hdmi out be separate screen from phone screen or only cloned?

Can dlna be separate or only cloned?

can dlna out and hdmi out happen simultaneously?

1080p60p via hdmi out possible? (hdmi 1.4b iirc)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Hossie2k:
Could you try playing the files mentioned here?

Also, please have a look at normal apps, how many are not installable (market incompatibility), how many have resolution issues?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] fudge2011toffeebar:
want a review monday :). need someone to patch the volume controls for page switching, eg double tap down will auto scroll......think about it for a second......

that would be insanely good.

otherwise your going to be left with less screen space for usnig the stylus to switch pages in a document.

I'm looking forward to this, and Im also looking forward to owning it still in a years time when is has 4.0 and everything works in the resolution. Samsung have done amazing with the s2, or google developer apps so why should they become lazy with this, I think it will take a good year though for us to start seeing some amazing things coming through, a bit like the htc hd2 except this is BIG and android.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] slaydog:
Can you mail it to me?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] rossygnol:
When will this review be available?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] NZtechfreak:
Just found out mine should be arriving tomorrow, so expect to see the content starting to flow from there!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Ozidroid:
[q] What is the shot to shot time or shutter lag of the main camera? I ask because shutter lag can be really annoying when your subject is mobile like animals or kids or sporting events etc, and the Galaxy Nexus is supposed to be nearly instant.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] marcmarshall:
Hey all,

I'm thinking of using my upgrade with Verizon to get a Dinc2 because I need a work phone. I have several spare batteries and chargers for my Einc. Will they work with Dinc2? I'm guessing the chargers will but not the batteries.

Thanks
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kmanuel74:
The charger is the same, batteries are a little different. I had a bunch of batteries from my TP2 and DInc, which are the same, so I modified them to fit. It's real easy, the DI2 has different tabs on the contact end of the battery than the DInc does. I just cut them off of the DInc batteries. All is good.

So in short they are the same, they just changed the small tabs on the corners so you would have to buy all new batteries. When you cut them off it slides right in.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] marcmarshall:
That is a good bit of info. Especially since I have 4 or 5 batteries. Thanks!

PS- Maybe if you have the time and inlination you can post a photo of a midded battery.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kmanuel74:
You can see the corners are cut off. No need to go deep, just as far as the indentation that is already there.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] ericm714:
Yeah, the chargers should all still work. God bless whoever got the ball rolling on the standardization of micro-usb (except for apple of course).
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] marcmarshall:
Oh yeah, so true dat
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] kmanuel74:
Huh, I could have sworn I posted pics here. Out of town, will add pics when I get back.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] trunzoc:
I just snapped this one...
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] marcmarshall:
Very helpful. Thanks!
[General Questions and Answers] panzerscope:
Hey XDA,

I am rather new here but love the site and more so, love phones and making them reach there best potential :)

Anyway. I have a Samsung Galaxy fit, It has the latest Updates (2.3.4) and its baseband is S5670XWKQ4

I am just wondering if there are any decent custom ROMS for this device and if there is a nice easy way to root it. I have searched and found some rooting methods, but those methods were before the latest Update to my phone and as such I wonder if all I will do is brick my phone lol.

I have heard of the SuperOneclick method but I need to go and check it out to see if it is compatible with my phone.

I am choosing to do this now as I am fairly sure due to the Galaxy fit being more of a Budget smartphone that its unlikely to get ICS

I look forward to your advice guys. Cheers
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] airsouth21:
Hello Guys,

Can anybody help me regarding my problem,

How can enter into Recovery mode of my Arc.?

:confused:

Phone:Xperia Arc

Android:2.3.4 - 4.0.1.A.0.283

Rooted and Unlocked Bootloader
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SXUsr:
Install it, and read the guides. ;-)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] airsouth21:
:confused:but sir how can i install that? sorry but i dont know..

do u have xrecovery for arc?
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] katietrophy:
Power device on and repeatedly press the volume down button :-)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SXUsr:
That's what guides are for. ;)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fmvcosta:
doesn't work for me =/

i try ti instal a rom via cwm and i can.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SXUsr:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1437840 or unlock your boot loader.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zolaisugly:
Download from the link v5 (v7 dies not install properly)and install app, then open app and install cwm into system.

To enter recovery press the back key when you see Sony logo, it might be vol button or just try every button until you find which works on your phone