yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Blue6IX:
Disagree - it's not good protection, in fact is bad for it.

Buddy of mine had a defender for his phone before. Over time dust, grit and what have you worked it's way in between the otter screen guard and the screen itself. Then everytime you touch it has the same effect as rubbing sandpaper on your screen. His got murdered from it.

You need a screen protector that adheres to the screen itself to prevent fine grains of dust, dirt, sand or what have you from turning it into a piece of sandpaper every time you touch it.

After seeing the destruction wrought on his screen, was in the defender from day one, and now owning a defender myself, I fully understand why the most common mod to the case is to take an Xacto knife and cut the screen guard out.

Do that and use a quality shield on the screen, you will be very happy you did.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] g2uzer:
^ I usually take my case off every other week to clean it, and I was surprised to see that barly any dust got in at all, the only places I saw was around the top where the little hole is at and around the camera/flash /speaker área , maybe his case was defective? Over all I'm impressed to see how clean my phone is every time I take off the case.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bedodot:
I've got this new MyPhone A858 Duo, a dual-sim phone with 1Ghz processor from the Philippines.

I've tried rooting it using SuperOneClick 2.3.3.0, UnlockRoot 2.3.1 and Gingerbreak, but it seems that all failed in rooting this new android phone.

Any idea how to root this phone will be greatly appreciated.

TIA
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] badgethefarmer:
I'm bumping this because I'm planning to get the exact the same phone. :)
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] holocoz:
Bumping this one as well.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jApzCand:
BUMP!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] russ781227:
ROOT!!!

Damn, can someone please root or tell how to root this.... Also, I want a new custom ROM..... I WANT IT SO BAAAAD!!!!:highfive::highfive:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jorden3601:
Rooting Myphone A858

Bump for this one. Please help us
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xsaix5:
try using zhuodashi
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dftbamofo:
Does Not Work :(

I've heard this works for other people. With my phone it doesn't. When I plug it in, it doesn't show an unknown device. I've already downloaded and installed MT65xx Preloader and tried out a VCom, but still nothing. I've been going at it for a week, so if anyone's got an answer, advice would be great. Thanks!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] outerspacekaloy:
Error # 16008

A message came out,

"EBOOT ERROR (16008), [Android] Partition size changed!

[HINT]:

Partial images download error.

The following partitions must be downloaded FULL altogether."

I followed all the steps (and the links) up until I clicked the 'Download' button. :/ When I click download button, that message shows.

I have: My Phone A858, Android 2.3.2 (Gingerbread), Sony Vaio with a Windows 7. Thanks!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] deathpain:
Rooting

ok sir.... :good:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mrpinochio:
one click to root

Hi,

there is a simple way is using one root click.

Try this : http://360dmobile.com/root-1-85-one-click-root-act-now-may-not-last-foreve/
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] taychoiso1:
You try this video on youtube, because A858 Duo is also Q-Smart S15

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BImmgu0-kR0

Download all neccessary things below the video on youtube to root

Good luck!
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Hi, I am currently having this weird issue of having no mobile network at all, at first I thought it was a faulty sim card but when I changed from o2 sim card to a orange one still no signal, I then tried a virgin mobile sim card but with the same issue. I am clueless on what my next step would be in fixing this issue. My phone is S-OFF running ViperS 1.2.1 running firmware 3.33. I tried flashing a different RIL which matched my firmware again but same issue still persists.

Any help on what to do next will be greatly appreciated
[HTC Sensation] realsis:
Try changing radio and ril. I had the exact same issue once after flashing a recommended radio . I fixed my issue by flashing. Generic ics radio and ril .best wishes
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
Make sure your APN settings are correct. It's possible that the APN's got deleted somehow. If so, that will kill mobile data.

Alos, make sure there is only 1 APN to choose from. (Just make sure it's the correct one). If you have multiple to choose from the SIM card can go haywire trying to figure out which one to connect through, even if you clearly have selected 1.
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Would you mind giving me a download link to the generic ICS radio and ril files?
[HTC Sensation] ganeshp:
this thread?
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
I tried the radio and ril files from that thread but with no luck
[HTC Sensation] ganeshp:
do this ... on dialer *#*#4636#*#* and go to phone information and check the "preferred network type"

it will be normally in WCDMA preferred ..change it to GSM only or any other (one by one) and check the mobile network

also check the IMEI (verify it )..some times IMEI mismatches happen for some people
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Thanks for your input, I tried changing it to GSM only but it automatically goes to WCDMA preferred not letting me choose any other options. I also checked to verify the IMEI number was the same as on the phone and it was correct. Confused why I'm experiencing this issue all of a sudden :confused:
[HTC Sensation] ganeshp:
How about from settings - mobile networks - network mode?
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Tried it and only got GSM/wcdma auto
[HTC Sensation] ganeshp:
Reflash the 3.33 firmware then..
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Just reflashed the 3.33 firmware but same issue persists, no mobile signal :crying:
[HTC Sensation] realsis:
Very strange. Have you tried the different radios ril with no luck? Does it act like this with different roms also? Have you tried? Hope you get this resolved soon ! When my network went out a new radio and ril did the trick....wishing you the best. Hopefully you can get this resolved soon!
[HTC Sensation] iCalculate:
Issue is being resolved by my network provider, the incompetent staff blacklisted my phone as lost by accident meaning I won't get any signal no matter what sim card I insert.

Thanks for the help anyway guys :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Hi, I would buy an extra battery for my S2, I was thinking about this one:

http://www.ebay.it/itm/180802120154?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

Do you think it's better to look to the design of my S2 or buy this battery and charge it every 3 days at least?

I need a battery 'cause I use my phone as a hotspot for my Nexus 7 every time i go out... :o

Excuse me for my bad english!

Edit 18/09

I received the battery, it seems slimmer than the original (lulz?) here some photos

So, I'm gonna try it. After 2 or 3 cycle I will post the results ;)

Edit 20/09

Ok, after some cycles i think that this battery has a capacity of 1650 mAh like the original, because Battery Widget Reborn signal me 19h of charge like the Samsung one, so I think that's not 2450 mAh.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Poroto:
why would you ask this to other people ? if you feel you need more battery life and can handle a bigger phone then go for it. if not, keep the stock battery and thats it. simple.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
I only wanted an advice from you guys...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] aeonoak:
I don't think that this battery work good. Why you don't buy the 2000mah original from samsung?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Because this one is cheaper and more capable... I also found this one http://item.mobileweb.ebay.it/viewitem?itemId=251145571049#ht_2172wt_1271

This does not kill my design, what do you think about it?

Sent from my Paranoid Nexus 7
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jonezy8873:
I have this batyery its good but how do i calabirate it or disable that stupid power saver at 10%
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Which one? 3500mah or 2430mAh?

Sent from my Paranoid Nexus 7
[Galaxy S II Accessories] GeneralSmart:
I got the 3500 mah battery ....its crap...my Samsung 1900 mah has same life time
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
I think I'm gonna buy the 2430 mAh one, the seller said me that is made in Japan
[Galaxy S II Accessories] unclebob_2000:
overrun byquick

I bought a 2450mAh for my SGS2 and it dramatically improved the battery life.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Ok, I just ordered it. It will arrive in 3-5 working days, with "Battery widget. Reborn!" I get 22h in 100% without wifi, sync, or any connection but 2g. I'll post the results when it arrives.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] unclebob_2000:
It's a shame as a new user I can't post a link to it.

---------- Post added at 05:25 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:21 PM ----------

If you search "gold 2450mah" on ebay you should find it if you're interested.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
I ordered it this morning, but thanks for the advice ;)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ZenithLM:
If it is worth it. Let us know. :thumbup:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Yes sir :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jonezy8873:
I have the 3500mah battery and it makes a big improvement. Ive found out it calabirates its self after a few cycles.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] zecs:
just buy the original 2000mah battery and it will be fine. my sgs2 lasts 2 days now...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] chiiirag:
I am using this 3500mah battery from last 1 month

Actually it is 2150 mah only as calibrated so many times by Battery Widget software. So it definately increased performance. I got it from ebay from India and it is cheap only 1000 indian rupees

Friends please suggest me about that charging cover type 1000 mah extended battery.

Thanks
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ZenithLM:
Is it sold in Samsung website?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Ok, i uploaded some pics, I'm waiting 2-3 cycles before the comparison
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Does anyone knows an App that show the mAh of the battery? I want to control if the paper values is the same of the reals values...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jonezy8873:
Thats a good idea. I would like that app too
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Maxari:
And, what is your experience like?

Via SII
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
Ok, after some cycles i think that this battery has a capacity of 1650 mAh like the original, because Battery Widget Reborn signal me 19h of charge like the Samsung one, so I think that's non 2450 mAh.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] roach48:
why do you got to be rude to this guy,just answer his question and shut up.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Kigsuha:
I have one...

It's a Joke, i have best battery life with my 1650mah stock...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] joao555:
where is the cheapest place to buy that?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Merlin35:
So which battery do you think is best
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Smagen:
i bought on the bay, i think it's the best place for those things... ;)
[Motorola Photon 4G] chconser:
Hey guys! Please excuse my noobish ignorance as I'm usually over in the Epic Touch threads, but I'm looking into getting my pops a OG Photon & I have a few questions. :)

My Dad needs a Sprint smartphone with an exceptional radio because one area he will be using it often is up in the mountains, roaming in a fringe coverage area on Verizon. And lemme just say now, switching over to Big Red ain't gonna happen, lol. :D

Now, I've heard rumors that out of all the smartphones in the Sprint stable, the Photon kicks everything else's backside when it comes to radio reception.

So that brings me back to my question: I'm looking for some first hand input on how the radio(s) perform on this puppy to help me determine if this is the right phone for him.

Also, I need to make sure he can wirelessly tether with the Photon without losing 4G capability. I've been reading about how if you unlock the bootloader you lose 4G. If I just root his phone & NOT unlock the bootloader, can I just install a tethering app and still retain the 4G capability? Also, curious if anyone has tried Foxfi (wireless tether w/o root) on the Photon & if/how that worked out.

Any input coming from my fellow XDA peeps would be most welcome & appreciated.

TIA guys! :D
[Motorola Photon 4G] Acvice:
Yep, the photon has a ridiculously good radio. But such is true with the majority of Motos newer devices. Because the photon is super cheap now, you really can't go wrong. Yes, you can root and not unlock to keep 4g. And yes, foxfi works great.
[Motorola Photon 4G] chconser:
Thanks for the reply, sounds promising! Does the same reception quality apply to the 3G & 4G radios as well?
[Motorola Photon 4G] chconser:
Anyone? Bueller? Lol :o
[Motorola Photon 4G] Acvice:
I cant speak for 4g as i dont use it. But i get sprint 3g nearly everywhere i get call reception. Data speeds have always been slow as hell for me though.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] refldo:
Hi guys!

I Flashed the NexusHD2-ICS-CM9-HWA_V2.7 on my HTC HD2 device and now the Wi Fi isn't working.

PLEASE HELP!
[Galaxy Note 10.1 Themes and Apps] HasC:
Hello people,

On the original note forum, they have managed to extract the apk's that are going to be found on the note 2, I have tried the paper artist app and it installs properly on our 10.1's . Basically it is an app that applies a number of different effects to photos which you can select from the gallery or use your camera for.

Below is a link for the app, have fun:

Admin note: download link removed due to take down notice. Please refrain from reposting.
[Galaxy Note 10.1 Themes and Apps] Tubgirl:
Thanks... it works fine on ICS as well.

Brgds... /Tubgirl
[Galaxy Note 10.1 Themes and Apps] HasC:
lol, nice!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] j0lt:
Hi,

i've recently got a new Xperia Ray. I have unlocked the bootloader and flashed a kerner and rooted it. But when i download apps from Google Play i recieve an error "“Could Not Install On USB Storage Or SD Card". (this happens mostly with purchased apps. Free apps get installed ).

I tried to unmount the sd card and install the app to the phone. It worked. BUT when i try to move the app to sd card i receive an error "Couldn't move app". Tried this with App2sd and the phone app manager but it doesn't work. Tried with Link2SD (gave it poweruser access) but it give me an error : " Failure, Segmentation Fault".

I tried a couple of solutions i found on google like deleting a file called smdl2tmp1.asec from android_secure folder, but this file doesn't exist.

Help me fix it please, what can i do ?

Info:

Sony Xperia Ray

Model Number: ST18i

Android Version: 4.0.3

Baseband Version: 8x55A-AAABQOAZM-203028G-70

Kernel Version: 2.6.21.9 -perf, BuildUser@buildhost#1

Build Number: 4.1.A.0.562

Thanks in advance.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini, Mini Pro, Xperia Pro, A] Eldwafio:
i know it sounds simple mate but have you tried a new SD card? I swapped out the original card that came with the ray and chucked in some old 8gb sdhc card i had laying around... it went belly up after about 6 months (when i started flashing roms it seems). It could just be damaged.

Failing that, if it's not the original card, is there any chance it could be incompatible? (total stab in the dark, not sure if phones have manufacturer incompatibility issues with sd cards like pc motherboards / ram makers do)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] GeneralCrocket:
I need help on this, does anyone know any suggestions?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] bombadier:
Should be about your budget and am happy with this case and pen
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Awexit76:
This one too

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0091...g removable&qid=1346977834&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Xparent SkyBlue Tapatalk 2
[Nexus 7 Accessories] hakepuck:
Poetic smart case (switches n7 on/off when you open and close the cover)...on amazon somewhere.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] ppp38:
Just saw this case on Amazon, (http://www.amazon.com/KHOMO-Black-Leather-Google-tablet/dp/B008Y1DHJ8/ref=pd_cp_pc_0) and it's identical to the blurex case. I'll probably grab it since the price is right
[HTC One X] vodka7:
Hello fellow One-X'ers, I am coming from a long line of Samsung devices and have only had one HTC phone in the past, (HD2).

I cant for life of me figure out how to root this phone, I have tried the conventional method, alternate root method, im getting nothing... Bootloader will not unlock through htcdev (which it says to do in half of the root how-tos), i always see error 160 invalid MID...

I have installed and updated the following:

-Java

-HTC Mobile drivers as well as sync

-SDK

-Fastboot

wtf am I missing here? I just want to get a new rom as this sense stuff absolutely sucks. Yes I have searched, yes I have read...
[HTC One X] hopscotchjunkie:
What phone have you got? If I remember correctly the "Error 160" / "invalid MID" responses are returned when you try and use HTCDev to unlock the AT&T One X (actually the One XL) which doesn't support unlocking the bootloader in that way.

Boot into the bootloader and check the model name displayed at the top of the screen: if it says "evita" then that's your problem, and you'll need to head over to the forums for your particular device to get some help because none of the stuff in this section will work - http://xdaforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1538

If the bootloader shows "endeavoru" then you are in the right place, but in that case I don't know what the problem is.
[HTC One X] Rageypeep:
Uninstall HTC sync, keep the USB drivers mind.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] couguar44:
Hello!

I need help with my Ampe A10, i realized, oem ROM is unusable so i tryied to install cyanogen9 and 10.

i manage to install version 9 and 10 but after installation touch screen not working, i know i need to install compatibility package..

There is my problem, i cant install it with oem recovery and i cant instal CWM.

When i try to install install-recovery.sh it say no such file or directory, how to get CWM or install this compatibility package??

Is there any ROM with all this together or what to do?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] repare:
i have recently brought a NExus7 and being outside of the US i managed to create a google music acount with proxy's and what not but i was wondering if it was possible to sync my google play music data / account with the Samsung Galaxy SII

my S2 is running stock gingerbread ad i installed the google music APK and it loaded and runs ok but when i add my acount to the phone in the sync options there is not an option to sync google music play user data/ settings

im asking because its my partners phone and i want to add my account to there phine so they can access my music collection but nothing else

does anyone have any idea how to do this

as on my jellybean Nexus 7 when i go to acounts then sync there is a tick box for music; if i just untick everything on the S2 will music still work?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SynGates:
You can download Gmusic apk file and install to your phone (you won't see it in the Play Store outside of US) and the phone will sync the music if you have added the account to the phone via system settings.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] repare:
thanks and will it only sync the Music if i turn all other syncs off? as i dont want contacts email apps or whata ever else synced to that device
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SynGates:
When you launch Play music for a the first time the app asks which account to sync with and it does not interrupt other syncs for that account.. At least it hasnt for me.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
Hi Guys.

This mod/theme changes you backgrounds to black. I have used it with all nexus variants (Nexus S, Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4).

With the help of a lot of people (see credits) this mod/theme is evolving to work with all Android Versions (ICS to JB)

DONWLOADS

GoogleDrive

Notes

Always make a nandroid backup before flashing!!! (Just in case you don’t like the theme/mod)

ATTENTION!!!

All V10 variants work with JB 4.3 ONLY.

All V8 variants work with JB 4.2 DO NOT USE V8 WITH A 4.1.X ROM

All versions up to V7 will work for 4.1.X ROMS

CHANGELOG

DarkerMod Universal V10.5

New version V10.5, same as v10 but i have included the dividers in menus

DarkerMod Universal V10

(Special Thanks to [MENTION=4355510]Dirk64[/MENTION] & [MENTION=2432502]Thyrus[/MENTION] )!!!

New version V10, same as v8.5 but it should work with JB4.3 ONLY!!!

V9 has been erased...

DarkerMod Universal V8.5

New version v8.5, same as v8.4 but i have removed the dividers in menus.

screenshots.... Click Here

DarkerMod Universal V8.4

Special thanks to eng.stk

New version v8.4, same as v8 plus some optimizations and orange GB fix added!

Removed all orange from framework, so no more GB stuff on menus, progress bars, pop ups, tickers, buttons, etc.

screenshots.... Click Here

DarkerMod Universal V8

Special thanks to eng.stk & blackhand1001 for making this file!!!

Same as V5&V7 BUT THIS TIME Menu backgrounds ARE BLACK!!!. Nice job eng.stk & blackhand1001

DarkerMod Universal V7

Same as V5 but should now work with JB 4.2

DarkerMod Universal V6

(Special thanks to Vicino for his icons)

Same as V5 with new contacts & phone icons.

V6 also comes with zipthemer file. I have not tested it so please let me know if it works!

DarkerMod Universal V5

(Special thanks to dirtygoldfish)

-Black Background on Keyboard and suggestions

-Black Status Bar

-Black Settings Menu

-Black Settings Menu Dialogbox

-Black Power Menu

-Black Dialer

-Black incall dialer

-Red endcall at all times

- Few minor cosmetic changes

Special Thanks

(for letting me use his lovely Icons)

VICINO

Special Thanks

(for making V8 possible)

eng.stk Hit Thanks

blackhand1001 Hit Thanks

Special Thanks

(for making V10 possible)

Dirk64 Hit Thanks

Thyrus Hit Thanks

Credit goes to:

mixtapes08

ÜBER™

ock

dirtygoldfish

Dirk64

Thyrus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vicino:
Not so good in this type of Mods but try the attached file
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
will it work with TWRP?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vicino:
it's should, just add the extra folders (SystemUI.apk and Contacts.apk)

Edit: TWRP file attached
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ÜBER™:
Shouldnt matter both are universal and will flash in either recovery. Also the pulldown is the notification_panel_bg.9.png in SystemUI.apk and the dialers background is in the Contacts.apk i think its the nodpi background in that.

Edit: I would suggest making a ZipThemer instead of using VRtheme. Its much easier and this mod you have here will only replace the gray or "holo" images in the framework there is nothing there for the contacts or the systemui :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vicino:
Man i'm not so good with universal flasher, just i hope those two files will work lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ÜBER™:
Didn't take a look at yours but it "should" be fine. ZipThemer zips are better.

Sent From My Toro+ via White Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
well i just flashed the TWRP file. It work fine. The only problem is with the dialer. Its not completely black.

Troy from TWRP told me that there was a problem with the zipaline file http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1592689&page=32 (post #315) that why i made the 2nd file.

Thanks for everything. I just hope i get the dialer holo dark and this will be a complete zip file!!!:fingers-crossed:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
So guys would it be to difficult to make a file (ZipThemer.. eventhough i don't know how it works :o) with holo dark background?:D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Savant:
Its easy to do just follow instructions and you'll be fine.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
I think the problem could be the T9 dialer. Maybe this is the reason why the dialer does not change to holo black. Isnt the T9 dialer a different apk?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ock:
Hi, you need to change 2 files in contacts

"dial_background_texture"

"background_dial_holo_dark"
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] original21:
Where can i find these 2 files?