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[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] Optimizer:
Hi guys! I am switching from a GSIII to this on Tuesday and I know a bit about rooting but I wanted to know what is the main differences between being rooted and having a unlocked bootloader?
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] GroovyGeek:
Being rooted allows you to unlock the bootloader which allows all the magic that happens here. If you are getting a hox now make sure it does not come with 4.0.4 installed as there is no root for that yet.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] Nabeel Kiani:
I don't think you have to be rooted to flash a recovery. You just have to unlock your bootloader and flash a recovery via adb command.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] redpoint73:
On AT&T you need to be rooted to unlock the bootloader, as the bootloader unlock is not officially available. But on Rogers, you can unlock the bootloader and install a custom recovery, AFAIK.

In short, root just gives superuser privileges. So you have access to system files, can apply mods and apps that require root (but not flashed in recovery) etc.

Bootloader unlock is required if you want to flash custom ROMs, radios, kernels, custom recovery, etc.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] Optimizer:
So I am on ATT and I got the one x shipped to me and it will be here tomorrow so there will be no rooting for me until someone finds an exploit I am thinking
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] gunnyman:
I'm afraid so.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] Optimizer:
Is there a root method or a way of at least removing bloat to where maybe I can't have a unlocked bootloader but I would at least like it debloated... has anyone found a way for that yet? lol
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] gunnyman:
That's a negative grasshopper.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] Optimizer:
Well, I am willing to donate to whoever finds one!
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] _MetalHead_:
You should politely ask Gunny to make a bounty thread. He absolutely loves them.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] gunnyman:
Smh
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] borets.boris:
You can reduce the majority of the bloat in an unrooted stock phone running an ICS firmware by "disabling" the unneeded bloatware system apps by going into the stock app manager, then selecting to view all apps, then pressing on each system bloat app you don't need, and hitting "disable" in the app info dialog that opens up. Disabling the system apps makes them invisible to the system and the app drawer. Thus, they can't be run by you or the system until you enable them again. Thus, they don't bog down your phone and trash up your app drawer.

This works for the majority of the bloat that comes with AT&T. I did this while I was waiting for the famous 1.85 root method. It made my wait considerably more bearable! :D
[HTC One X] Willieumm:
Every once in awhile I'll lose the contact photos in the stock messaging app. I'm not sure what causes it but they never come back until I flash another ROM, not even wiping messages data will bring it back. Anybody know what might be causing it?
[HTC One X] Bunecarera:
Yes.

Download and install this: Terminal Emulator

Open it and type the following. (Obviously "Press enter" means pressing enter, not typing Press enter... )

Reboot. All is well :)

Source
[HTC One X] Willieumm:
Worked perfectly, thanks! :)
[HTC One X] P00r:
After one full day I am quite happy, battery at 90% even after I used the gps a bit this morning! HTC and Football make a good team ;)

Now making a backup and flashing a battery mod
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] jgibson02:
When I connect my U8800-51 on pink screen to Win7, it comes up as "Android Composite ADB Interface" under "Android Phone". I need to have it be recognized by Roadkil's DiskImage so I can flash write the stock Froyo image to it. Can anyone help me on how to install the correct drivers for it?
[HTC One S] aksolanki:
Hi, I need a replacement for my girlfriends ZTE Blade's, she needs two phones. I have been looking for something similar in size, and the ONE S looks to fit the bill. It's not hugely bigger. Although a handset with a 3.7 screen would be ideal.

I have no desire to root the phone etc. I just need to give her something reliable and dependable. The specs of the ONE S would suit her fine. But I'm thinking there may be a caveat. Such as, HTC are as bad as LG when it comes to OS software updates. Or the battery life sucks big time. Or sense really slows everything down.

The iPhone would be perfect in terms of size, specs and performance. But we are an ANDROID family, so I would like to keep our investment in Tablets and software.

My sincere apologies for the hugely general question. My current handset a Galaxy NEXUS which was such an easy choice, I'm running official Jelly Bean. But, choosing for a petite lady, something that works and won't become outdated in 12 months is super hard.

She has a 10" Galaxy Tab which recently got ICS, and I want to keep the devices running comparable versions of the OS.

I would be very grateful for any insights, or other handset recommendation's. Many thanks. Anil

Addition: I thought I would point out after user Ollaz's response below, I plan on only buying an unlocked retail version of any handset.
[HTC One S] Ollaz:
Why not the HTC One S. The updates are also affected by the carrier as they need to be approved, but as HTC said a few months ago, that they will be focusing on the One series and will not release new phones all the time, which means that these devices will get updates. But of course, buying any new product has the problem of eventually getting old and it will be just cut off. The way it has to be.

Also, in the same range there appears to be the ASUS Padfone (which is one hell of a device, but I didn't buy it because god knows if or when ASUS will update their devices). The LG Optimus 4X kinda seems like a beast and is in the same price range.
[HTC One S] aksolanki:
Hi Ollaz, thanks for the info on HTC devices. I plan on buying a retail version of any handset, not locked to any one carrier etc. I appreciate technology moves on and some devices get left behind. My recently retired Optimus 2X still only has an official Ginger Bread release, even though the hardware is more than capable of running ICS.

I have an ASUS Transformer and it received an ICS update early this year. So in my book ASUS are pretty good whereas software updates are concerned. If Google made a sub four inch handset I would buy that without hesitation. Beast hardware is only as good as the software. And LG have a terrible software update record.

Thanks. Have fun. Anil
[HTC One S] radar5:
First off, the Asus Transformer is a different case. Since it's a tablet, it doesn't have to go through the extra step of carrier testing that a phone does for an update.

My came from a 3.7" HTC Incredible and really wanted to stick with a smaller form factor she could use with one hand (typing being the biggest issue). She is very happy with the One S, she just had to get used to using two hands for typing, but its thinness made it an easier transition from the old phone.

FWIW, HTC has already promised Jelly Bean will be coming within a few months, and I wouldn't necessarily expect the Transformer to get it.
[HTC One S] aksolanki:
Hi radar5, thanks for sharing your experiences. I have to disagree with the point regarding "carrier testing". I always buy stock retail devices, with no ball & chain 12-24-36 month contracts. My LG O2X came completely stock, there are no carrier hurdles for LG to jump. Yet their handset is two years behind the OS release curve. The worlds first dual-core phone, and it's still on Gingerbread. Nothing to do with carriers.

I would buy another ASUS product, they have provided 5 updates since I bought the Transformer Tablet. Two of those have been major OS updates. I wouldn't go near LG with a very long stick. HTC looks as if it is learning this lesson of keeping your hardware reasonably up to date with the latest OS.

Apple do an excellent job in this area, they're not perfect, but better than most ANDROID OEM's. Hopefully HTC is getting their **** together, and their simpler hardware line up is a sign of the future. Resulting in timely OS updates. And easier consumer hardware choices.

At the moment HTC's One S is my current choice for my girlfriends next handset. I did see something today which made me pause for thought. ACER's Liquid Glow, a truly terrible name, but it's a 3.7" handset running ICS. And the slated European price is €179.99. The One S in Italy cost's €485 from AMAZON. A big difference.

Thanks. Have fun. Anil
[HTC One S] Ollaz:
I see where you're headed with this, but keep in mind you can't comprare that ACER and the One S. The specs are way too off for that.
[HTC One S] aksolanki:
Hi Ollaz, my girlfriends current handset's the ZTE Blade's are great, except they only run Gingerbread. Switching between Gingerbread and ICS does become a little annoying. Gmail is a great case in point. The ICS version is way better than the Gingerbread version.

So horsepower specs are not that important. And anyway, my retired Optimus 2X has great specs, but still only has old software. Some of the newer HTC phones have better specs than my Galaxy NEXUS. But my GNEX is running a stock version of Jelly Bean 4.1.1, now, today. Not some marketing quarter in the future which invariably gets moved.

I love having a fast phone, but my girlfriend needs stability and OS device parity. Thanks for your thoughts, they have been helpful in making me decide what I need to buy.

I must admit I was a little shocked when I discovered the price of the One S in Italy. HTC want iPhone 4s money, they are crazy! No wonder their sales revenue has dropped 60%. Selling purely on hardware specs has a really limited shelf life. Sooner or later you have to innovate in software. All HTC and most ANDROID OEM's do, is a few custom apps and skins. Google writes the OS for free!

Many thanks. Anil
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] larry85:
Hello all this is my first post so give me a break. I was looking into side by side multitasking. Example watching netflix and browsing the internet. Im currently running Bamf on my N7 love it! Thanks guys
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Locklear308:
Android needs this and more floating apps
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xopher.hunter:
Overscreen browser
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Compusmurf:
already a thread about this in the themes and apps section I believe. :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] larry85:
Thanks I'll check that out
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] larry85:
Overskreen is not supported on the nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Negrito:
Would love to see a port of the Galaxy Note 10.1 software...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbgBxr4H59A
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] avetodave:
Hallo,

i am starting this thread, because I couldn't find any solution in the Rom-development thread about this topic.

I am from Germany, and so are my country settings on every ICS-Rom (4.0.3 and 4.0.4) i used.

There is one poblem/bug with the stock dialer (on every custom rom, i have had before).

Every time I type a number, there is a slash(marked blue) coming up (as a phone number is seperated in german numbers).

If the slash comes up, and I press the "arrow down" button (marked red) the phone freezes and after a while it says: "Kontakte angehalten" ("Contacts stopped").

It is not rom/contacts related, as i am having this issue on every ICS rom. Also a friend of mine has a stock 4.0.3 and is having this issue.

Is there any solution/mod for this other than using another dialer? Would it be possible to port a s3 dialer / s3 contacts to xwlpt rom?

Thanks for helping!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] friz:
I have exactly the same problem and the only solution that I found is to download another dialer from market like dialer one or something else.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] avetodave:
Iwonder why samsung isn't doing anything about that bug, because it seems to bee on every android 4 rom.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Siberian Tiger:
Maybe this bug is only when you use German language.Did you try it with another language?

Sent from my GT-I9100
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
I have the same problem and I have English US language selected as the phone language. Any solution???
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] boki9999:
You could try a different kernel.

Sent from my Galaxy S2 GT i9100
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
Hmmm which one do you suggest? Currently I have SiyahKernel v4.0.1. And why do you think that this is kernel related problem?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] avetodave:
Problem fixed!

Finally Samsung fixed it! In the Firmware XWLPX, see: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/170725075/fd5169a/I9100XWLPX_I9100NEELP5_NEE.zip.html they fixed the slash problem. Happy with 4.0.4 now! Think it should be fixed on all XWLPX Roms.

Have a good time!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
I installed WanamLight 12.5 based on XWLPX and that problem is fixed ;)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] avetodave:
What about XWLPY, is it fixed there, also?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
Yes, it works correctly also at XWLPY :).
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] oniamigt:
Hey

I am having this Problem on ICS XWLQ2

Any fix to this issue?

Thx
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
That's the reason why I still on XWLPY. As far as I know there is no fix for this problem.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] oniamigt:
Help

Does this mean anyone can change his Phone to XWLPY? When yes, how do I do that and what are the risks?

Thx
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danielo:
I have rooted phone with Neatrom lite 3.5 which is based on XWLPY.
[General Accessories] LittleBoPeep:
PROPOSE: The creation of a connection protocol that will force/enable standardization of all mobile devices... One in which that can work with current technology connection no matter the device. Simple embedding the wires into a custom case that will act as the ALL-IN-ONE adapter.

LIKE the 19-connector apple protocol or the PDMI (Portable Digital Media Interface)

While, this case will add to the bulk to older/newer devices I would rather gain the ability to use multitudes of accessories without the need of multiple adapter connection.

ADDITIONALLY: I truly believe we should think about apples supporters and help them as well by developing this connector with them in mind... This will force the market to stop deciding to design apple, android or windows and focus on making cool accessories and letting the customers figure it out.

I hope this made sense... I did call three case companies and two wire companies and they stated they liked the Idea but do not think there is a large enough audience to ensure success...

THIS IS AS FAR AS I CAN GO... I CAN COME UP WITH THE MONEY TO START THE PROCESS BUT LACK THE KNOW-HOW AND SUPPORTERS TO MAKE THIS A SUCCESS....

The Standardized Developers Connector needs to not required the need for hardware or drivers. Developing for the future while enabling the past to connect to the same accessories....

HOPE This made sense any questions or comments let me know...

Image a case with the standardized connection but you can add additional specific to your need to alleviate the need for another adapter... EXAMPLE.... The standardize connector on the bottom a head phone jack at the top and hdmi and multiple standard usb to enable a pc experience at any hdmi capable screen and mouse and key board.

Then when I am home I can plug my standardized connection into my media setup and use my bluetooth keyboard mouse and game pad and utilize my big screen as a media center...

Then go the my favorite bar to open spin night plug my standardized connection into their Standardized developed spin tables and battle the other contestants...

Then when I want to upgrade I plug my standardized connected device into a cluster of old devices that I will pass forward to kids of friends and families but until then they will create a virtual power house of processing for my new interactive input device...
[Galaxy Ace S5830 Themes and Apps] wizarcl:
Hi people, i'm noob, and i put in my ace the [ROM] Koogly's-Mokee V5 [27/7/2012], but i dont like the contacts and dialer.

Can someone make a flashable zip file to put the dialer and contacts like CM7? I try coping the phone.apk and contacts.apk, but dont work, i think i need the framework.apk configured.

Thanks!!!
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Andrew149:
Anyone else seen this?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1810382

[MOD][CWM] Cell standby bug fix
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] King Shady:
Edited the xml file myself and cell usage is no longer a crazy amount :)
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Andrew149:
Awesome. I may haft to try this mod
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Death&co:
I've tried to connect my phone via BT to two different cars and have no luck. It will scan for devices but won't find them at all. Does this happen to anyone else with the SIII? Strangely enough, it finds and connects to my JamBox is just fine.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] bbgt2:
What ROM are u on ? Stock or rooted?

What kind of cars I know my Audi A8 will connect but I always have to connect manually and enter the 1234 paswrd.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Death&co:
Still rocking the stock and unrooted for the phone. I tried on a Lexus GS and a Scion xB but no results show up. How do you connect manually? I should try that
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dcoulombe:
Phone calls and bluetooth streaming works fine in my 2009 Mazda 6 (GT, no navigation). My phone is stock + root.

I use Slacker Radio everyday, launched by Automateit Pro when the connection to my car is established.

IIRC, I had to input a PIN on my phone, then in my car to do the pairing, and after that, I had to connect the phone manually to the stereo, but only once. After that, it's automatic when I start the car. Watch out for the "Only visible to paired devices" setting on your phone. It must not be checked.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] masterivc:
I too have major issues with bluetooth, my phone connects whenever it feels like. I had to flash to cm9 to be able to listen to music in my G37. No problems in my other car (it has aftermaket pioneer system).

PS Just flashed the CM10 since they finally figured out A2DP, but the image is broken. (Note to myself: "Read the thread before flashing") Will wait for the next nightly build.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Superguy:
Nissan's always had a horrid BT stack in it. I'm in an 09 Altima and BT just sucks. I know it's not the phone as I've tried multiple phones from multiple vendors and they all suck. Nissan won't fix it either.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] baib88:
[Q] Bluetooth issue with Cars

I have AKOP Rom and KT Kernel. My bluetooth connectin to Mazda Cx-5 is fine. However, the problem I have is a lot of phone information (Song title, Battery Status) I used to have on stock, now are gone. Previously, I can fast foward or Rewind a song, also, once BT is connected, the default music player will start automatically

Can someone suggest a BT manager app which can change and enhance BT setting?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] evilmonkey1987:
I have a 2009 Mercedes B200. My phone connects to the car just fine, but no sound comes from the speakers and no sound goes into the microphone. Same thing with my car and the HTC One X, although that was fixed with a stock ROM update. Bluetooth on cars can be very hit and miss.
[General Topics] phreak24:
I've never been an Apple 'fan boy', and the only Apple hardware I ever owned was iPhone 4. I bought it in October 2010 because at that time it had the best display on the market (retina). I've always been a big Google fan and always preferred their products (Chrome, Maps, Drive, etc.). A month ago I ported my phone number to a new carrier (Wind Mobile, Canada) with inexpensive unlimited plans. Wind's frequencies (AWS) are not supported by iPhone yet, so I had to buy a new Android phone (Galaxy Nexus). I was really excited to get Android as my experience with Google was excellent so far. I was very happy with iPhone 4 and iOS, and expected Android to be as good if not better than iOS. I rooted my Android right away and installed 4.1.1. Now I'm gonna share my observations:

Hardware: Galaxy Nexus looks and feels really cheap (like kid's toy): plastic is probably the cheapest Samsung was able to find. Touch screen sensitivity is as bad as it gets - often you have to tap 2-3 times to make it work. Hardly any competition to iPhone 4.

Software: buggy and underdeveloped. I can't believe Google actually seriously markets Android which looks and feels like beta version which requires lots of testing before final release. Some bugs are so outrageous, that I doubt if Google bothered to hire QA team at all: for example when I try so send SMS and use my phone book to enter a recipient's phone number, SMS fails cause a phone number entered is missing area code somehow. What the hell? I think it's a bit over the top. Same apps on Android are not as functional, 'nice' and 'smooth' as on iOS. It looks like Android has lots of potential, but now is still in early stages of development. iOS is by far superior in any aspect at the moment: practically bug free and very user friendly.

Verdict: there are rumours that iPhone 5 will support AWS frequencies - if that's the case, I'm gonna dump Android without any regrets. What a shame, Google!
[General Topics] Keion:
0/10 really bad failtroll. Try harder, make your story more believable and add in some buzzwords for good measure. This hurts to watch. Back in my day, trolling used to mean something.

I got b& at /a/ for sh!tposting ;_;
[General Topics] jcpowell:
Funny though you rooted it immediately and flashed a Rom onto your device which you said was 4.1.1 then you proceeded to ***** about the software which apparently wasn't stock Android we have no clue how you screwed up your own device in rooting your phone. Nice try though "Apple fan boy".
[General Topics] Jckpsa:
IMO,

Sony makes the best phones as build quality but they're not updating their phones at all, or really late, and they don't put the latest hardware in their phones. (yes other brands usually suck at build quality)

and there is nothing wrong with the Android software,

If Sony makes a Nexus device, that will be the best and the sexiest device out there.
[General Topics] Keion:
Don't feed the troll. Pic related, what's going to happen.

I got b& at /a/ for sh!tposting ;_;
[General Topics] canadacam39:
Well you are running a custom Rom, of course it will be buggy... And unlike iOS that has been the exact same for how many years,android is a developing platform. It has been completely revamped in the last few years.

The custom rom is causing all of your troubles. I have had 3 android phones and I've never had a problem on stock firmware. My rooted Desire died when I clocked it to 2.5Ghz in freezer (motherboard failure), which was MY FAULT. My One V never failed on me and my G1 was live last time I looked at it.

As with build quality - you are blaming the OS? Samsung is plastic galore, why did you pick a galaxy nexus if you want a metal and glass machine? My phone is excellent build quality, cost me 280$ CAD with no contract, it is a middle of the range device - yet it is still an aluminum unibody, and I'm overclocking at 1.5Ghz.

Get a stock android device not made by Samsung and you've got your next iPhone.