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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
The Play Store model is on the firmware "takju" and gets updates directly from Google as soon as they're available (slowed down a tad by their update strategy that rolls in batches).

The reason why some Galaxy Nexus devices don't get updates right away is because they're handled by Samsung and some local carriers. They have some regional tweaks and radios that take longer to work with before updating.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] fusedpositron:
Thanks for the explanation guys!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] senemo:
I am being used for liquid smooth 2.4.1

Every time the status bar and the lock screen is wrong.

The time is right Beautiful widget.

Is there a way to fix this?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] senemo:
help me~
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
Had the phone on my lap on some concrete stairs, got up and it flew down 3-4 steps. I'm so freaking pissed off now! The phone has some pretty nasty chips on the sides and a nice one on the back battery door.

Is there any chance I could somehow replace it with a new one from AT&T? Possibly buy insurance over the phone and exchange it for a new model? Man this sucks. :crying:
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] kennonk:
I could be wrong, but every time I've bought a new phone in the last couple years they've told me "And you have 30 days to add insurance to the phone from the date of purchase" I would call 611 tomorrow and try to add insurance to the phone to see what happens.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
Thanks. What company does the insurance for AT&T? Since the phone isn't even out yet would it take a while for it to get replaced?
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Randomacts:
Once you get your baby fixed up, get a good case like a otterbox defender to protect her.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
Definitely! I usually never drop my phones but man, this plastic on the GS III is super delicate. That stuff chips off like no tomorrow. :crying:
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Diviance:
I do kinda wanna point out that AT&T's insurance specifically doesn't cover accidents and has ridiculous $199 deductible. I would try for Zagg's or Squaretrade's warranties.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
If it doesn't cover accidents then what the hell does it cover? Lol

Since the phone just came out would those companies even be able to replace the phone?
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] twayneo:
Listen up dude this is so very important the difference between getting insurance or not do not i repeat do not call in and tell them your phone is broken or your sol you call in add insurance and in a few days call back for a replacement i used to work for att and do exactly what i said or your not considered covered be very careful what you say to them i mean it
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
Should I order the insurance through AT&T? From what I've heard their insurance plans are a little shady.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Diviance:
Oh, I will be damned. They changed it since I last sold AT&T phones.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] F_L_Abs:
At&t insurance specifically covers "accidental physical or liquid damage and lost or stolen"

Like someone else mentioned, don't tell them you dropped your phone when you call in to add it, and don't file a claim till at least a few more days.

Honestly, don't even file a claim if a case can cover the damages and save your 200 in case something really bad happens. Lol
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] djkinetic:
You're SOL bro, its a 199 deductible cuz the S3 is a tier 3 phone according to their insurance if it is covered, and you won't be gettin an S3 back as the replacement since the phone just came out...ATT doesnt take care of the insurance claims its handled by a 3rd party that you can bet doesnt have the S3; the insurance company will replace your phone with whatever comprable phone they have at the time you make your claim if they don't have your specific phone available, you could add Square Trade but its 69.99 for 1 year and its a 50 dollar accidental dmg deductible I believe..besides that your only option currently and the by far the least expensive get a TPU case that covers the whole phone. lastly you could wait a few weeks and buy a new housing for the phone off ebay along with a new battery cover that should cost 30-80 bux...let this be a lesson to those who say I will never get a case...accidents happen at anytime.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] davidstech11:
I see this so many times. I don't know why people carry a smartphone without any case to protect it and get “pissed" when it falls and gets damaged. Thats what happens when a phone falls on the ground without protection. It either breaks or gets scratched/damaged.

lol And every time they when they don't have insurance they want to run and try to add it. To somehow replace what THEY messed up. What a joke. I have insurance and still put my devices in protective cases.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] mintu123:
If ur screen dont have any demage.dont get insurance. Check ebay and look for whole casing for galaxy s3.samsung phone is very easy to open and replace the whole casing.take about ten min and ur phone will brand new.its about 8 screws.i dropped my galaxy note the first day i got it.i got the casing from ebay for 18 bucks shipped.it looks brand new.as for insurance from att.they use assurion and they suck.i lost my phone few years back and they told me that it was my fault and they could not replace it and it was ****ty nokia n75.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] bkeaver:
I would just get a squaretrade.com warrranty if I were you dude...

Coverage Details

2 years of coverage: The SquareTrade Smartphone warranty covers your Smartphone for up to 2 years, starting on the date of purchase.

Covered Issues: Both accidents (e.g., broken screen or other damage through drops AND liquid damage including full immersion) and out-of-warranty normal use failures (e.g.,hardware failures or malfunctions) are covered. We do not cover loss, theft, willful damage or damage occurring through gross misuse.

Deductible: A $99 Deductible applies to all claims.

How it works: File a claim online or over the phone. If a replacement is available at the time you make your claim, we will ship it to you as soon as possible via overnight delivery. Or, if your replacement is not available, we'll send you a next-day prepaid shipping label and expedite the repair of your phone. And, if it's easier for you – we're happy to allow you to seek local repair / same day replacement. If SquareTrade is unable to repair or replace your phone, you will get cash back equal to replacement value up to the original coverage amount.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] pvc_:
Risks Taker

I never bought insurance, case, or skin protector for my captivate. I dropped it a few times on concrete, carpet, hard floors... it has tiny scratches on its side and still works. Getting the phone in and out of your pocket is much easier without a case; although, I don't think I'd be as much of a risk taker with my GS3 as it looks much more delicate!
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Mentalmuso:
Yeah id look into this, i was about to do it for my s2. Loads of battery doors on ebay too for the scratch in the back

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Frame-Front-Housing-Cover-Bezel-Buttons-For-Samsung-Galaxy-S-3-III-i9300-/251090424411?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a7627d25b#ht_1949wt_952

this is a housing on ebay. and try and find a youtube video describing the disassembly or something of an s3. Any s3

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in saying that a i9300 housing is probably different internally, look for a i747 housing, might be a week or so before one pops up on ebay though
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
That's just the front cover and home button. If possible I need the band around the phone and the battery door. The front of my phone is fine.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] ormandj:
I love that a lot of the posts are telling OP to commit fraud. You didn't have insurance, you damaged your phone, you are responsible. Don't go buy insurance, pretend like nothing is wrong, then some days later make a claim. Own up to your mistake, and take the hit, instead of making everyone else paying for insurance cover your mistake. Go buy a case, fix your phone, and buy insurance if you're still worried you might break it again.

This is one of many reasons insurance (not just for phones) is so high.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
A typical company wouldn't hesitate to backstab customers if it means higher profits. These companies (AT&T, Verizon, insurance companies etc) charge so much for their services that it's truly unfair to the consumer. Have you seen Verizon's new Internet prices? Truly insane. I'd rather look out for myself than a company's best interest.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] jnichols959:
ormandj is right that abuse/fraud does cause insurance costs to increase. You're right that companies won't hesitate to screw you. Only problem with your logic is that abusing the insurance situation doesn't hurt the company back. They just account for fraud like that by adjusting their prices/deductibles and insurance purchasers suffer. Do what you want but I don't think your getting back at the man by doing this, you're just making it more expensive for others to buy insurance.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Gadgetz:
Accidents happen, and most of the time when they do we don't like the consequences. Yet somehow some people think they are accident proof and like to ridicule others in the event of one by calling them careless, clumsy, etc....**** happens! You simply forgot the phone was on your lap and what happened, happened. This is exactly why I am pro-case, pro-Otterbox to be specific. We can't always prevent accidents from happening so to me it makes more sense to protect against possible accidents than not to, which is why i'm getting an Otterbox Commuter for my phone ASAP. I haven't used anything other than Otterbox on any of my devices for the past 4-5yrs. Yeah it adds some bulk, but it adds much more protection so the bulk is a non-factor.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
Only reason why I didn't have a case on is because I just got the phone and couldn't find any in stores! Lol. I'm not against cases I just haven't found one in my brief time of owning the phone.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] entropism:
If you look closer, the screen is attached to the blue "metal" ring. That's the entire housing.

As for "not getting an S3 back" because it's so new, that's bull. 9 times out of 10, they actually send you a new one. If they tell you that they're replacing it with another model, refuse and speak with a manager.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Zackaroli:
I think you should get insurance from ensquared, then after 2 months call them and tell them the phone got dropped or lost (I think they ask for a police report that you actually reported it to the police) lol their insurance is 99$, as for their support..I have no clue some people say they are good , others say they are bad.

Their insurance should cover accidental damage..I think their deductible is 75$
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] Arcadia310:
I'm probably just going to sell the phone for ~$400 on Craigslist or ebay and just pay $200 for the replacement.
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] theraffman:
These companies well still get their nut regardless, they just increase their rates that they charge consumers to make up their "losses". But I do agree that insurance companies suck, but they are a business and the point of a business is to make money. Otherwise, they would be called insurance charities. Good luck though, sucks to mess your phone up so quick, but next time hopefully you'll be a bit more careful.

I also agree that you should man up, take responsibly for your actions and not commit fraud. One of the biggest issues with this new and up coming generation is their un willingness to take responsibility for their actions... Always to quick to Blame others for their problems and pass the buck on to someone else. /rant

Edit--- I don't want to cone off as judgmental, just calling it like I see it
[Galaxy S III General (US Carriers)] insight3fl:
Delete

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delete already been said. sorry (Fraud)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] rvjaywaks:
how much the lcd monitor of st15i!

i am from the phillipnes!:crying:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] manilu001:
e bay http://www.ebay.com/itm/Replacement...562?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a1d3a9f4a
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] johnnysc22:
Are their batteries the same size? I have 3 total batteries for my sg2, it'd be nice to be able to use them in the sg3.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] 1buprofen:
Nope. They are larger.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] AndroidFan4:
No. The T-Mobile Galaxy S2 has a 1850 mAh battery. The Galaxy S3 has a 2100 mAh battery
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] Bystander11:
he means the size not the capacity. will the battery fit in the phone even if the battery is a larger capacity there are larger battery backdoor cases for the phone via ebay etc
[Galaxy S III Q&A, (US Carriers)] 1buprofen:
The gs2 batteries are physically smaller. I don't think they will line up but you may be able to make something to have them work.
[HTC Inspire 4G] macdude15:
I have this phone unlocked and using it on Tmo. It keeps telling me that the SIM card is undetected but the SIM card is fine and worked just fine with AT&T SIM's. is there anything i can do to fix this?
[HTC Inspire 4G] B.Jay:
As posted for countless times all over XDA (if you would do just a little bit of research):

- Loose contact (check the SIM port)

- Dirty contacts (check the contact pads on the SIM and the contacts in the SIM slot)

- Reception problem on your handset

- Software related problem

As zelendel would say:

Thread closed, problem solved by searching
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eddie24902005:
I tried to flash the "Energy™ -.¸¸.·´¯ ICS CM9 3.0 Kernel / Lightly Themed ¯´·.¸¸. -" But then it says E:Cannot load volume/misc!

Whenever I reboot, it goes back to TWRP

So I tried to solve the problem by running adb or kfu but they both dont work

even I change the variables of path.......

the kfu says 'findstr' is not recognized as an internal or external command.....

Please help! SOS:crying:
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dasanko:
You can safely ignore the "Cannot load volume/misc" error, but it sounds like you're using some outdated FFF/TWRP and it's stuck in Recovery boot mode (5001).

Try issuing "adb shell idme bootmode 4000" and then reboot, that should fix it, though I strongly recommend that you update TWRP, FFF and read this: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1552547
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Napanno:
It's not the end of the world

It happens when you change the path variable on environment (windows), you can easily type "path" in the command windows and it probably returns something different to C:windows/system32. Go to computer/properties/environment variables, after hit edit type C:\WINDOWS\system32 save and boom!
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] suzhipack:
How to get those free default games in FTF firmwares?

say for example " crash bandicot, sims, etc?

and put it in customs ROMs..

HOW? help please :(

i just want to get free games instead :(
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jacklebott:
The most legal way to get the games for free would be to backup your current firmware (eg. via cyanogenmod recovery), flash the firmware that contains the games, backup the games with Titanium Backup, restore your firmware's backup, then finally restore the games from Titanium Backup
[Networking] bbuchacher:
Recently Tmobile finally started filtering their data and are attempting to prevent all users no matter the ROM or software on the phones from tethering their laptop to the phone.

As soon as you tether and try to view a webpage on your laptop, you will get redirected to a sales page, where TMobile tells you that you need to purchase an additional feature for $15 USD a month. This is outrageous considering you already pay for a certain ammount of data per month, and as long as you remain within that they are just being greedy and are nickle and diming us.

The workarounds / bypass are detailed here:

http://benbuchacher.com/posts/2012/06/bypassing-tmobiles-tethering-filters.html
[Networking] e495957:
Using CyanogenMod 9 I tether just fine...
[Networking] bbuchacher:
This just started today for me Ive tethered since cupcake just fine.. There are other reports too using Cyanogenmod or any other ROM will not help you when this rolls out to your area.
[Networking] purplelightsaber:
Cm9 here too, still blocked though
[Networking] whbonney:
We ran into this problem several months ago but were using the LG Optimus T phone for tethering. It ran fine for a day or so and then we started getting the Tmobile message screen to upgrade. We had plenty of gigs left and couldnt figure out why we could no longer tether. We are heading on vacation next month and this will hopefully help us bypass Tmobile's junk. Haven't tried our Galaxy S2's yet so we may be worried all for nothing..

UPDATE: Tethering works great on the S2 thru Tmobile,.,,Hotspot does not. Got a screen on my phone for Tmobile to sign up for it monthly when I searched the Help link...laptop is asking for a Network Key to access the Hotspot...
[Networking] vx117:
Try the ClockworkMod tethering app.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.tether
[Networking] sdhanjal15:
HOW DO I TUNNEL!?!?!??!:confused:
[Networking] CapnBoost:
I didn't have any trouble using USB or wifi tethering on my bone stock galaxy nexus, but they might not have rolled this system out back then. This is definitely good information though, the wife wants to use this when we're out on business.

You need a Virtual Private Network or VPN. I can't post links so you'll have to look it up yourself.
[Networking] AcuraKidd:
So I have a question for you guys...

I understand that I need to switch the user agent on my laptop when tethering, but what about when I tether to something like a Roku box or a Playstation 3?
[Networking] T-Macgnolia:
The reason why only some people are having problems with the tethering is because T-Mobile is including hidden APN settings in the new software updates and the software on new devices. These hidden APNs helps T-Mobile detect tethering. Go to this thread to see what I mean, also you can PM the OP and he can tell you exactly what he had to do, I think he had to decompile the framwork,apk or framwork.jar one and remove them from there I can not remember exactly.

Edit:
[Networking] sdhanjal15:
Can you send in a pm?
[Networking] solarus2011:
Just so I am clear...the way T-Mobile is doing this is by seeing the user agent of the browser. Since I tether my Galaxy Tab Wifi to my Gnex from time to time I should be in the clear correct? Since I am not using a browser on a laptop, but rather on another Android device.
[Networking] Sauveur:
Thanks for the post, will try this out
[Networking] SirSid:
Wait...so what if I use a desktop user agent from a mobile browser to grab the full page. That's going to get blocked as well...?
[Networking] njtroncoso:
I got that problem with my new Galaxy S2... luckily the rom I flashed took care of that problem.
[Networking] MarlinFF:
Just tested. It works on almost all of the UserAgents becauses Chrome/IE/FireFox.. Hell IPad even works. You should be fine for now. I hope they stick to this solution instead of going to more preventive measures because this is easily bypassed.. My Skype/Steam/Trillian/AIM/etc all still connect perfectly even without bypassing because it's only blocking Desktop useragents. The stupidest part of this is requesting the desktop version of sites like on the Google Chrome Android browser results in the blocked page as well.. :|
[Networking] MischievousMrFoxx:
Nexus S Stock

I have a Nexus S and I have gotten all my updates are via T-mobile OTA updates, however I have never had a problem tethering.
[Networking] nickmv:
None of your updates have been from T-Mobile. All those OTA updates came straight from Google. One of the things that ended with the nexus s was that the carriers weren't allowed to really touch the phone at all. As such, T-Mo never sold it in their stores. You could get it at Best Buy, etc, but not at official stores.
[Networking] databaiz:
I believe this only works if you bought the device from T-mobile right? since i can tether on my iPhone just fine (althought on 2G/EDGE) I can't confirm it with android though, but if they are ruling this all over the network we're gonna have a bad time.
[Networking] nickmv:
Yeah I'm pretty sure this is with T-Mo-sourced devices specifically (as in, you got it at the T-Mo store or it has the T-Mo logo on the phone itself).

Also, nice South Park reference. ".....you're gonna have a BAD time!"
[Networking] renoob:
For Chrome, this last paragraph has seems to work with some UA re-select/apply babysitting....

http://www.talkandroid.com/guides/misc/how-to-bypass-t-mobiles-anti-tethering-policy/

Although for FF, the OP has it all covered.

Still got repeat TMo splash screens with Chrome, FF is golden. Using as Android Mobile Browser.

Got FTP and terminal, the main reasons I tether, browsing is a secondary, but necessary piece.

Scratch that AMB, I found less non-mobile site compatibility issues using U/A Mobile Opera 10.

HA! Except here on the forum! Had to switch back to AMB to post!

Looks like a work in progress... LoL
[Networking] easycheese:
Solved it!!!

But it will cost you a one time purchase of $4.99

Download and install the TOR app from Google Play, I left all default settings.

Here

Download and install Clockworkmod Tether from Google Play (computer side installation required).

Here.

Start TOR, then start Clockworkmod Tether. It seems a bit slower but that's probably because of TOR. Note that Clockworkmod Tether by itself will not work. I also could not get the native tether option to work with TOR (there is an option in settings that I tried to enable but it still didn't work, also with that option enabled, this method did not work).

Clockworkmod Tether is only free for 14 days :(

**I am tethering now :D I also might call T-Mobile and tell them I'm going to download GB and GB of data since they are screwing with us. They can cut me off and I'll just leave them for another carrier. Too bad because I have been with T-Mobile since 2001.
[Networking] curtst:
Seems like a lot of these workarounds are so people can use their data service for their PCs. Is there a workaround where I can tether to my tablet?
[Networking] easycheese:
Just create a WiFi hotspot. Assuming your tablet is Android you shouldn't have any problems.
[Networking] MrObvious:
It mainly involves changing your user agent in your browser.
[Networking] easycheese:
This isn't necessary on an android tablet.... T-Mobile sees it is chrome for android and assume it is the phone. Same reason that changing it on the desktop works.... As long as you don't mind viewing the mobile version of websites.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Networking] jojobans:
hi

Thank you for this valuable training.
[Networking] curtst:
I did that. I get the up sell message when I do (unlimited data plan). I tried rooting and used wifi tether for root, but for some reason the tablet won't see my phones hot spot.
[Networking] Feralkitsune:
Are there any methods to get around this other than user agent changes? Because now I can't play youtube videos that are under 720p, or connect to Xbox LIVE on my 360.