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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cobalt553:
Do you have more apps logged in that can be doing background data?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zaphod777:
Cpuspy and betterbatterystats will pinpoint the issue. All of the Samsung apps suck with wake locks also.

sent from my SC-02C
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zaphod777:
You should see something like this under good conditions.

sent from my SC-02C
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] truthlesshero:
This is a semi general android question... but i have a galaxy nexus... and that's what I'll be paying with...so....

I am currently testing out ROMs... mostly apex and its previous incarnations...

I was wondering if there is any downside to flash ROMs often? Like once or twice a week, as far as longevity of the device or its rank management or " snappiness"?

Thanks for the info!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] wayneb02:
You will be fine. From what I understand it takes your battery a couple of days to "adjust" to your rom properly and display accurately
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] minipaolo:
and if not you can calibrate your battery using battery calibration.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jd1001:
Hey I am on build 20 or AOKP so I have rebuilt mine at least twenty times but probably a lot more because I have tried ever rom available. I think of it like rebuilding my laptop, I don't think it does any harm at all but over time the device will deteriorate just like any other hardware device.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] silow:
NAND flash is susceptible to write wear and will degrade over time. Frequent ROM flashing will increase the write rate to the NAND and over time the storage performance will decrease.

I have not measured the impact myself.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] truthlesshero:
what sillow said is what is worrying me mostly...i will probably end up keeping one stable build and only reflashing once a month or something of the nature just to get updates....

I know that hardware performance will deteriorate over time like any other device...the only thing is that i'm in Canada...so...yeah, three year contracts...hehe

i'd like to have my phone survive at least 2+ years comfortably...hehe

minipaolo - do you mean the battery calibration app? i'm using cwm recovery and there is an option to wipe the battery stats from the recovery, which i think is just what the app does, if i'm not mistaken? (other than showing stats, of course...)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mbroeders:
There has recently been a google+ post from one of the google developers who said that deleting you're battery stats has no influence whatsoever. Your battery will automatically calibrate itself, so no need to use a special app or delete the stats.

Anyway, good question in the OP. I can imagine it decreases the lifespan, but I can't imagine that it's decreased by a lot -or maybe just wishful thinking- ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] truthlesshero:
haha...exactly, let's just hope if there is an impact, that it's quite minimal...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bop12:
I've been flashing roms ever since I got my first Android phone all the way up to the Galaxy Nexus now. Never had a problem.
[TouchPad General] jordan123hi:
I have an ICS TP how can I play games like Asphalt and Modern Combat under the TP.

Help
[TouchPad General] leftovermagic:
rootzwiki.com/topic/7709-gameloft-compatibility-thread-with-working-version-s/#'s!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Christ1119:
So someone messaged me about them willing to straight swap their Galaxy Nexus with my SGS2 (T-Mobile). Was wondering if it's worth it and what would be the advantages to me swapping (aside from ics). I've read about some issues with screen banding, cracked screens on the top left (or maybe it was right), and reboot issues. How common are these issues among devices and is there any thing else I should look out for when checking the phone out if I am to swap? Thanks in advance

Edit: Also how would you compare the build quality between the 2 for anyone who's used both?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
If someone is willing to straight swap you with no money on your end, you need to make sure theres not something wrong with their GN... they're taking a big hit swapping straight over.

If it is legit, I see no reason why you'd not take up that offer.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mysterioustko:
I agree with martonikaj, I would really be suspicious of someone making that deal. The GSM Galaxy Nexus still sales for around $600 on ebay whereas the T-Mobile Galaxy S2 is selling for $400. It's really a dumb trade on their part. The GNex is going to be update more times than the GS2. ICS will most likely be the final update the GS2 will see, whereas when the GNex is on Jellybean, GS2 owners will be waiting on someone to make a rom that hopefully works well enough. Also the T-Mobile GS2 will NOT (not sure about the other GS2's) be getting the wifi display update as the S3 Snapdragon is not compatible. Then there's the difference in resolution...I'll put it this way, IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. These are just a few reasons to make the switch, there are others but I think you get the point.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] lookitzjohnny:
yeah i would do this in an instant! i have a tmo galaxy s ii, and i bought the nexus. the S II is just sitting there. id take another nexus haha
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Christ1119:
How would you compare the 2 in terms of feel and build quality? I know with the S2 the chrome around it kinda gets a bit scuffed just from looking at it really, is that the same case with the Nexus?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kirdroid:
Best thing is go to a Verizon store and feel one in hand. You will get a feel of how the GSM version is.

But as others stated if someone is doing a straight swap it sounds little fishy. If you can make sure it is in good condition then it's a no brainier for swapping.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Christ1119:
No Verizon in Canada :). Good idea though I can just pass by a Best Buy or Future Shop with a demo unit out to play with a bit and decide from there
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] HRodMusic:
Bro do it!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] codenamedroid:
make the trade
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stacio88:
I went from a tmo sgsii to the nexus and I never looked back! Build quality feels nice on both phones, I liked the back soft touch on the sgsii. But the nexus feels great in the hand. Plus development on the Nexus is awesome. If there's nothing wrong with that Nexus than do it NOW!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] canca14:
I'd make the trade in a heartbeat. Coming from the T-Mobile version of the GS2, everything about the Galaxy Nexus is better. Remember the T-Mobile version is the gimped GS2.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kwiggington:
Be careful you most likely wont have a warranty with the gnex

Sent from the bridge of the

U.S.S. Enterprise using L.T.Com Worf
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AllGamer:
IMO it's a downgrade if not a side grade

still waiting to hear complains about this phone on Wind, because it has not been officially released yet

keeping my eyes on Wind's forum to see how's the turn out
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ap77:
I went from a TMO SGSII to the VZW Galaxy Nexus. The Nexus is better in every single regard, in many cases, much better.

The only way in which the TMO SGSII is better than the GSM Galaxy Nexus is that it theoretically offers better data speed (42mbps HSPA+ vs. 21mbps HSPA+). Obviously LTE on VZW crushes both.

Edit: I should add that I couldn't care less about the cameras, which I never use. There may be a slight difference there. And the Verizon Galaxy Nexus has 32gb of space -- I think the GSM one has only 16gb?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] zephiK:
if you're trading GS II for GN without any money it's a steal.

id say do it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Simer03:
hell yeah....the minute i was able to sell my s2, i bought a nexus! so much more development and future proof with updates! we all know how samsung is with updates....and idk about anyone else, but the camera on the Nexus blows away the camera on the S2, in my opinion! it was always so blurry and just not crisp
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AllGamer:
no offence, but this is sound like what an iSheep will say about the iPhones, but in this case is a gSheep for the Nexus

there are all kind of prof showing otherwise over the net, you can google it up
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
No offense, but what evidence do you offer that its a sidegrade or a downgrade? Its easy to call people sheep, but quite another to provide evidence for your views.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cashyftw:
Lol your asking allgamer for evidence? Lol prepare to feel dumb (:

Anywho, I would definitely trade in a heart beat, if it's legit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CB620:
I'm in the middle of a trade now in the MP to get a sgs2 BACK. I'll get the nexus again a couple months down the line. Both phones are high performers but i feel more content with the sgs2. It's just personal preference .I switch phones constantly so i won't regret it.

:D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mikejaret:
Maybe they want wifi calling. It might be a good deal....
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] STi489:
Seems strange that someone wants to trade even...I have both and like both...if resolution is important get nexus...If camera and storage is more important keep gs2...Sounds like a scam to me tho.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Christ1119:
Yeah I was looking through my music collection and realized I have more than 16gb of music so I'd need the extra space the Galaxy S2 offers especially since the Nexus has some storage formatted for apps and such. Thanks for all the opinions, it's too bad the Nexus didn't include at least 32gb with the gsm model
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CB620:
The 32GB is coming. The white one is launching the 10th of Feb.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
Thats kinda a confusing statement. The 32gb is still black. The white one is 16gb.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CB620:
I don't see how it was confusing but thank you for the explanation/clear up.
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
http://androidcommunity.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-launch-delayed-according-to-new-rumors-20120125/

More info..

http://www.gottabemobile.com/2012/01/25/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-not-launching-at-mwc-in-february/
[Epic 4G General] MДЯCЦSДИT:
I never wanted an gs3. I never will either.
[Epic 4G General] ac16313:
Still getting the GS3 it'll be the top phone for sure just as the past GS models have been. Woot! No updates no problems ;)
[Epic 4G General] XxLostSoulxX:
Ill wait till the GS4 comes out lol i'm waiting for another keyboard these companies are stupid for making a straight edge touchscreen phones, there okay but their not awesome.

If i were to make a phone i would throw a 2GHz Dual or Quad-core CPU, 400-500MHz GPU, a 5-16MP Camera. (16 in back and 5 in front). CM9 (4.0.3), anywhere from a 4.5 to a 5" screen with a damn Keyboard but make the phone slimmer it will obviously be a bit bulkier than just a touchscreen but slimmer than the Epic 4G.

HAHA Will laugh at this post one day when we do or have better like probably in 2015+

That's just my feelings for those who want to update their phones constantly.
[Epic 4G General] GuestK00145:
Why does a phone need all of that ?
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
i want my phone to be my next laptop.. the galaxy s3 hopefully might be it.. hopefully the delay is to improve of some specs of it.. the galaxy s3 has to make my epic 4g look like the g1...lmfao..
[Epic 4G General] XxLostSoulxX:
Why do we have dual core phones with 5" screens as it is why do we need 4G?

Why do we need all that, its because Technology grows and people want change if it stayed the same life would crumble up. Lol trust me i see it happen to people.

If were heading to Quad-core Next year what does it matter then?
[Epic 4G General] GuestK00145:
I didn't mean it like that, I meant it as like what's the real benefit to all these phones that are expected to come out. I'm happy with my epic, I don't care about how many cores a phone have and how many Megapixels it's front and back camera have. It works just fine for my standards as well as many other. There's no real world value to a phone a 16mp camera when you can buy a 16mp camera cheaper than your phone.

But that's me
[Epic 4G General] MemoryController:
Great! Now im gonna enjoy my GS2

a bit more!
[Epic 4G General] XxLostSoulxX:
So we can progress in the tech world haha. Yeah th epic is fine but imagine what we can do in the future. Its all a matter of time. Anyways why not have all that in one device rather than six devices. IE like having 3 remotes versus just 1. Same concept.
[Epic 4G General] GuestK00145:
That one device was made to do its job well while the concept that copies from it is inferior to it because it's trying to balance the other things it copied from other devices.
[Epic 4G General] bohiti:
A valid argument on both sides. But with respect to the camera, the way I see it is the point-and-clicks are going to be extinct in a few years. If your smartphone, of which everyone owns (or will own) one, has a camera that works just as well as a separate point-and-click, why own a point-and-click?
[Epic 4G General] cds0699:
There's different desires for everybody. There are those like you that just want the phone to do an adequate job overall, and those that want the cutting edge, aka latest and greatest technology. I don't think there's anything wrong with either desire, just different personal wants :)
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
You are right and i want the cutting edge technology in my phone since thats the one device that i always have with me... me and my friends always competing on who's phone can do what better..
[Epic 4G General] muyoso:
See, I frankly dont give a crap about the hardware specs of the GSIII or whatever my next phone will be. I want a few basic things out of it though:

Ability to play high profile h.264 video in 1080p

MHL port functioning day 1

USB OTG without a need for external power

NFC

Apart from those, pretty much the only other consideration I have is the size and quality of the screen. The CPU/GPU are gonna be adequate no matter what they are from this point on. Having a quad core isn't necessarily gonna offer me anything more than having a quality dual core. The GPU/video decoder is important, but the CPU not that much. I dont care about the camera, especially not the FFC which I have used 1 time. I dont care about a hardware keyboard because I rarely use it anyways.
[Epic 4G General] adelmundo:
I probably would rather get a GNote instead (hopefully the GNote 2 will be out by the time my upgrade in June comes up). That 5.3" screen is tempting. Got to play with one yesterday from a friend who put it on AT&T (International version unlocked) and to me it doesn't really feel too big . In fact, browsing web pages is amazing on that thing. Plus I took a pic, wrote and drew on it with the included stylus, and sent it to Facebook.
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
its just a bigger version of the galaxy s2 .. i rather wait and see wat galaxy s3 brings too the table .. and most likely it will get/have jelly bean.. not so sure about that GNote.
[Epic 4G General] ac16313:
My simple explanation would be this: I want it to be what my Epic 4G was compared to my previous phones. I enjoyed my Epic and still am I could hold on to this phone for another year :)
[Epic 4G General] The Root:
Am I the only one who's ok with being done with the keyboard especially with the size difference?
[Epic 4G General] 5FOOTER:
No keyboard would be great if barely use mine it just adds bulk.
[Epic 4G General] iil:
I think I'm done with the keyboard too. The tweaked onscreen keyboard in CM7 performs REALLY well. In fact, I can't get off CM7 now b/c I love the keyboard so much. Right now i'm waiting for the Galaxy S3 with LTE but will see what else is up although I can't imagine going with another manufacturer.
[Epic 4G General] murso74:
No Kb for me either
[Epic 4G General] BeerChameleon:
I want:

Timely update

Nice hardware

Keyboard optional

I am going to get the galaxy nexus since I will have updates for it for the 2 years I sign up for it and its isn't touchwiz!!!
[Epic 4G General] hayzooos:
Nope, I originally bought the Epic because I thought I wanted a keyboard, and when typing in passwords, it really is nice to be precise as sometimes the screen doesn't quite cut it (so I say). However, I can type pretty darn well with SwitfKeyX as a keyboard, way faster than the hardware keyboard.

I'm on CM7 but as stated above, went right to SwiftKeyX and didn't even give the keyboard included a shot. How is it much different than the normal 'gingerbread' keyboards?
[Epic 4G General] latindor17:
I dont care about the GS3, Samsung is horrible with their updates. I was gonna get the Galaxy Nexus but now that our phones are getting CM9, i think i can hold out until the next Nexus
[Epic 4G General] wscott9903:
i just

i just want a sammy with a 5.3 inch screen... I'm up for a new device in November. This keyboard was nice at first, but now it's just making the phone bulky... but it's nice to have a back-up. Will be a good back-up phone, in December.

I would love to see the technology improve to include a higher zoom ability for the 8+ MP cameras.
[Epic 4G General] MemoryController:
Samsung!!! Why u no 8core?
[Epic 4G General] ledlauzis:
If would be too hard-core to have 8core processor :)

Hope that this delay will result in HD screen and instant global availability
[Epic 4G General] mynameistory:
I was a holdout for the keyboard when I was in the market for a new phone, I just had to have it. Even though I've had a sad track history with samsung sliders (does anyone remember the samsung glyde and the samsung rogue?). Both were pseudo-smartphones before android started to get real big. They had resistive touchscreens that sucked, real bad.

But for some reason I picked another keyboard phone with the Epic. I felt bad when the keyboard fell into disuse when I discovered swype. But then, it was redeemed, with the greatest accessory ever!

So now I'm happy I have a keyboard phone. I might even get another one when I'm due for an update, if phones aren't directly injected into your brain by then.
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-co...ones/samsung-confirms-galaxy-s3-delay-1059133
[Epic 4G General] toolegit:
My last three phones all had PKs. When I bought my Epic it was over the Evo because of the PK. Not as married to one now. It will be a consideration, but not the deciding factor like the last two phones.
[Epic 4G General] txtmikhail:
Wat is pk?
[Epic 4G General] hayzooos:
Physical keyboard I'm assuming.
[Epic 4G General] adjmcloon:
With the integration of Swype, I hope we aren't seeing the phasing out of devices with physical keyboards.
[Epic 4G General] TechnoGeezer:
Swype has never worked for me. I spend more time correcting it than it takes to type the message by hunt & peck on PK or virtual keyboard (VK) ... but much like toolegit, I could be won over if the VK phone had everything I needed plus ??? For me, it's about 70/30 for PK.
[Epic 4G General] tkeyes:
swype is cool, but it is overrated. just the pk, i want the galaxy s3 but going to wait till sprint has LTE here.
[Epic 4G General] iSaint:
Story of my life :(

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QoKX0h3Tus&feature=youtube_gdata_player
[Epic 4G General] KennyG123:
Please please please!
[Epic 4G General] jbadboy2007:
http://m.engadget.com/default/artic...ii-coming-in-may/&category=classic&postPage=1

At 7mm I doubt it has a kb but maybe??
[Windows Phone 7 Development and Hacking] ruscik:
Ok after my motorcycle incident my hd7 was somewhat broken but still usable.

Currently my power button died, volume buttons dead and camera dead. To unlock screen I press and hold camera button so OS attempts to start camera then it crashes and goes back to main menu :)

I am looking for new phone are any of the 2nd gen phones fully unlock able or even better hacked boot loader?

If not might need to get Android as do not want Another HD7.
[Windows Phone 7 Development and Hacking] motorboy-johnny:
I'ts the best thing to check out the 2nd generation WP development threads....

On the moment they're not hacked,locked,unlocked or wathever....

But personally I think it won't take long anymore ;)
[Windows Phone 7 Development and Hacking] dragonide:
I hope/think you are right :D
[Windows Phone 7 Development and Hacking] O_G:
Thread Closed

This is not Development!
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] joefrog1996:
I can't figure it out, how do you do it. I want stock camera on CM 7. I tried using titatium back up (free), and I tried to extract the camera app from bonestock using astro file manager. I can't try to extract it from 2.3.3 (stock) becuase that's not a ROM I have saved, and I can't extract from my nanodroid bk.up becuase you need paid titatium bk up.

So I've tried to use tittanimun back up to back up the camera from NEWROOTS INCREDIBLE 2 HD. it was saved but when I flashed cm 7 it wouldn't install. I then extracted the file from HD using astro and install it, but it wouldn't install either.

How do you flash the stock camera (or somthing like it) on cm 7. Tell me what version you use of cm 7. What program you used (astro, titainium back up, anything else that's free). Please let me know what kernal your using.

Please add links :)
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] Un1c0de:
Those cameras are sense framework based so you cannot use them on an AOSP Rom.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] tincbtrar:
Cant do it. But you can install MIUI and backup that camera and use it on CM7.

Its a tad bit better.
[Verizon Droid Incredible 2] laureanop:
Try Lg camera from the market. You're gonna like it.

"the relentless pursuit of the perfect ROM "
[Motorola Droid RAZR] slick1o1:
How is this phone when using it with one hand?

Debating getting it, because I have heard that its a little too big for one hand using it
[Motorola Droid RAZR] brkelley:
I use it one handed, but I have large hands. I see how some people with smaller hands could have problems.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] robertiv:
I find it difficult to use my Razr one-handed most of the time. My hands are probably medium.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] macasus:
I'm 5'11" 150. Not a big dude but not tiny. Average size I guess. Phone fits my hand just fine. Right handed but easy to use left as well. You can always go the the store and hold one O_o
[Motorola Droid RAZR] slick1o1:
^lol, laziness gets the best of me.

I should prob go try it.

Thanks for the input!
[Motorola Droid RAZR] drolgnir:
My hands are average, most of my friends are shorter but have larger hands I can use it one handed, but not like a atrix or defy! But with swype it makes it doable.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] Citruspers:
Large hands here. Typing in portrait orientation works fine with one hand, as well as dragging down the notification bar. However, operating the camera with one hand is a pain.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] greeky510:
Im 5`9" and 160lbs. Its fine for the mostpart. When holding it with my right hand its kind of difficult to reach the top right corner of the screen. Its something that idont mind for having a phone like the razr maxx.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] [TSON]:
Pretty much this. Although I'd say my hands are on the "huge" side :p
[Motorola Droid RAZR] n4speed2:
Its just a matter of time you get used to it.It will be really weird in the beginning though :P
[Motorola Droid RAZR] HaVoK C89:
I'm 6'1" 225lbs with large-xlarge hands I have no troubles at all one handing everything.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] Adauth:
Like stated already depends on hand size. I by no means have giant hands but i don't have a problem using one hand.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] IP IHI II IL:
I've got medium sized hands, and sometimes I have to stretch to reach the top left corner, but I can definitely reach.

\\Carved into this thread by my RAZR//

http://android-gz.com
[Motorola Droid RAZR] mannyAk47:
I can use it 1 or 2 handed , dont see what the big issue is and why people are complaining that its hard to use with 1 hand , maybe these complainers like to keep the other hand busy thrashing their bishop the stupid wxxxxxx :D
[Off-topic] toryion:
Am I the only one seeing the problem with the new policy (i mean I never read the old one) but in the new one its says they collect data (a lot of which is personal) like who u text and call, how who's important to u and what not. I may be late on this but that **** pisses me off, some privacy policy!!