yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jayson4444:
Yeah I know it's not gonna be cheap lol. About $150 is the cheapest I have seen, but have seen in excess of $500. I'd just hate to spend the money for something that isn't going function the way I would like was my main concern.

Just stumbled upon this. http://www.spycheatstuff.com/index....l&pop=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=55&lang=

This appears to be like your suggestions of the cic hearing aid, modified bluetooth headset with an external mic all wrapped up in a clunky box lol. Might not be too terribly difficult to fabricate something similar, but cost to purchase or make might wind up being close to the same. ... Uh oh... The wheel is turning now, but the hamster is dead lol.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jayson4444:
I'm really more concerned with the voice aspect and the invisibility than the music quality. The music would be nice but not a necessary thing. I see 100% how more likely than not the sound would be very tinny. Thank you, I greatly appreciate the education and help with all of this.

Upon searching ebay I turned up tons of similar items priced from $35 on up, (mostly made in China ) , but if nothing else I think I'm going to pick up a set and if the quality is too crappy I can attempt to modify them to suit my liking. Or possibly ideas for another project. And at the prices they are offered at I'm not out much if I trash it in the process.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] shamez23:
Let me know how it turns out.

I'd find the neck loop annoying but it's a rather ingenious idea when it comes to battery life. You can wear a battery pack of any size anywhere on your body.

I'm pretty sure you won't get stereo sound with that setup, only mono but that's ok for voice only use.

That neck loop creates a magnetic field and your wearing it close to your head. I'd have slight concerns about that and I wouldn't be surprised if that thing would interfere with other technical devices like TVs and radios.

But it's hard to say for sure without ever having seen one of those kits in the wild and not much to be found on the internet. Maybe I'm completely wrong and they offer great sound and are absolutely harmless.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] YANG-KAF:
Covert acoustic tube earphones

Hi. I am interested in the same exact thing, just for recreational purposes.

i own the iphone version and can attest to it's clarity and comfort.. but i posted a samsung version i'm getting soon too.

hope this helps

i am so sorry, i am not able to post links as yet.

but if you search google for

Covert Acoustic Tube Earpiece / Headset for Samsung Phone: Galaxy S2, S3 etc

and also for

FBI Style Covert Acoustic Tube Headphone / Earpiece For Apple iPhone 3G 3GS 4 4S

i'm sure the first ebay links will lead you right to them. Both are under $20.

And finally, this one is absolutely tiny and hidden in your ear with no exposed wires. Here you go

wireless invisible gsm earpiece for test

you will find that on amazon. But if you do choose to try it please let me know how it goes
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xXDarkBozzXx:
Hello i have SE X8 which has android 2.3.7 running on it (GingerDX) when i had android 2.1 running on it i had an arabic keyboard with the english one now i dont have one but i need it Can somebody help how i can add the arabic keyboard ?
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Admiral General Aladeen:
Got to settings then Language and Keyboard then Android Keyboard then scroll down and select Input Languages then pick Arabic.

Cheers,

Mistev
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PostMeridianLyf:
Ive been working on getting cm10 on my t999 gs3 but cannot figure out how to get cwm touch on the phone. I already have cwm 5.5 but it gives me an error when applying update from sd (trying to install cm10 nightly latest build).

The newest cwm is a .img file in which I have not a clue how to install. I was getting used to flashing tar files with odin.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PostMeridianLyf:
Can you point me to a thread? Or do you know the commands to run?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Download rom manager from store and install recovery from there. Much easier and less likely to cause problems with a typo.

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Also, I have it in a flashable zip at the top of post 2 in the fw thread linked in my sig.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PostMeridianLyf:
Actually followed this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1775616&highlight=clockwork+mod

Just got done installing gapps and cm10. Rebooting now.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PostMeridianLyf:
Was stuck in a boot loop, reinstalled cm10 and gapps. Working well now. But the SD card doesnt mount? All I can see is onboard memory. Is this a common issue with cm10?
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] x5rash:
I have just rooted my Samsung Galaxy S3 and wanted to know which is the best rom to install has I am new to all this. has I wanted a stable Rom that runs 4.2 jelly bean ect.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
The rules

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1935514

Do NOT post threads asking which the best ROM or kernel is

If their was a best rom their would be no others .

Its up to you to try them .

jje
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] graffixnyc:
I couuldn't have said it any better myself. :P

thread closed
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Okay I have a nexus S and the single most annoying thing about it is the time it takes to charge. It takes 2.5 hours to charge a 1500mah battery whereas this xperia arc S with the same battery capacity charges completely in less than an hour using the exact same charger on both phones. So obviously the nexus S has some cost cutting that it charges so slowly and yet it was never mentioned in any of the reviews.

Now at first I was ok with it but I got to use the arc S for a few days. Its like it changes everything when the phone charges in one third the time, you could care less if you get 30 min less screen on time or whatever. I just go charge the phone while going for a shower and bam its fully charged when I come back.

So upon investigation it seems like an issue with samsung phones. The galaxy S, galaxy S2 and galaxy nexus all take ridiculous amount of time to charge. So why is this never reported? Higher screen on time is no good if the charging time is so bad. My nexus S can go days without a full charge and really the only way to do it is over night.

Anyways this is LG nexus now so I was hopeful this problem wont be there. I checked out a friends optimus 2X and I was happy to see that just like the xperia it also charges in under an hour. However anandtech review says it takes 3 hours to charge and so does another user in the Q&A forum. So why on earth is not anyone complaining about it? Everyone is after the screen on time but you realize this is an even bigger issue?

And btw the iphone charges very quickly as well. And yes I realise that the nexus 4 has a 2100mah battery but it really doesnt justify the time it takes. This is almost a deal breaker for me. *sobs* :(
[Nexus 4 General] Dr Zoidberg:
When I got my S2, I was disappointed with the charging time. But many custom kernals support fast charging by increasing the voltage level going to the charge circuit. With a tweak, my phone charged up in about 90 minutes.

But over time, you learn that the higher voltage has a detrimental effect on the total charge the battery will accept. In other words, when charging at a slower pace (lower voltage) the battery will actually absorb a higher density charge - making your battery last longer. After discovering this, I turned down the charge voltage on my S2 in favor of getting better battery life.

So I would avoid comparing the charge times with other phones. They may charge faster, but that's done by increasing the charge voltage, thus reducing battery capacity.

I have no reason to believe the increased voltage alters the total life of the battery, it just seems to affect the amount of energy the battery will absorb on a single charge.

tl;dr; The faster the battery charges, the shorter the battery life. I learned that from Upstairs Hollywood Battery School.
[Nexus 4 General] twistedh:
Seriously? Morning about charging time? GTFO!
[Nexus 4 General] lambomanx1:
This isn't really a problem, it's just the way it is with all phones that use a large battery (ie. virtually all high end smartphones). The chargers are all 1A, so with a huge battery it will take ages to charge.

Efficiency is the bigger issue. The iPhone 4S/5 are pretty much the only phones to date that I've been able to charge at a decent pace off my computer's USB ports. I definitely need to buy more chargers and cables for my Nexus 4 but that's no big deal.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Its not a big deal as I said I have used an xperia arc S and I was satisfied with battery life, I cant imagine the xperia would have had much better battery life out of its 1500mah unit even if it was slow charging.

I mean unless we can observe what happens to the battery life of a fast charging phone by slowing its speed, we cant really conclude this since after all it was a "mod" applied on the S2.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Nobody asked you to post in the thread, charging time is a big deal its silly to think otherwise.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
This isnt true the HTC one X and sony xperia S charge very quickly and they have relatively big batteries.
[Nexus 4 General] Jayrod1980:
Seriously, there's a big difference between a 1500mah battery and a 2100mah. Being that this is a lithium polymer battery it should charge a little faster. Also, like the above poster stated, slower charge is a higher density charge and better for battery longevity. I think if Samsung wanted faster charging they would have it. There is no physical barrier.
[Nexus 4 General] tylerwatt12:
You guys know the faster your battery charges, the shorter the lifespan of the battery?

Head over to battery university
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Its like 40% difference?

And isnt the nexus 4 hmm not having the best battery life despite such slow charging so I dont really feel it makes a big difference.

And btw sometimes it is a hardware limitation, nobody has been able to charge a nexus S faster not with kernels or other chargers.
[Nexus 4 General] Dr Zoidberg:
Yes, I know that. See post #2 in this thread. :D

I will edit my post to add a tl;dr
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
It doesnt seem like a big deal, the iphone has had fast charging since the first one and its battery lasts just fine. Ofcourse one day you will have to change it but why suffer for a year just because of it?
[Nexus 4 General] Richieboy67:
Another one of these threads... Oh brother.

sent via xda premium with nexus 7
[Nexus 4 General] ctowne:
I always wondered why the iPhone charged so much faster than any android phone I owned
[Nexus 4 General] Jayrod1980:
I'm saying there's no technological barrier to the Nexus S charging faster. Samsung just made it that way. Could also be because it uses a Lithium Ion battery and not a lithium polymer battery. Depending the technology, li-po batteries can charge much faster safely because they don't have the same thermal limits as lithium ion and have much less chance of exploding or catching fire. Apple some years back boasted that they had new battery tech that would allow their batteries to charge faster. If you do some internet reading on lithium polymer batteries, there are some that have characteristics to do this. As far as I know, the iphone was made after they acquired this technology and have been using it in their mac books for years, as well as the iphone.

To me it's not a huge deal, but it is less convenient than if it were able to charge faster.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Well I am fine with the nexus S its something I have come to live with however I dont want this thing to be the case in my next phone.

Microsoft boasted how quickly the surface RT charges due to some new technology. Really it does matter, I suppose good for those who dont really care about it.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
I have tested 2 android phones that charge just as fast.

Xperia arc S and LG optimus 2X.
[Nexus 4 General] Serious_Beans:
Takes me like 2hrs to fully charge my Nexus 4.
[Nexus 4 General] ctowne:
That's weird because I had a G2x and that charged slower than the iPhone I had at the same time
[Nexus 4 General] pat972:
There is clearly a link between the temperature of the battery and the charging current in the thermal management of the device :

bat_temp(C) cpu(MHz) gpu(MHz) LCD index of predefined charging current

36 1512 400 248(400nit) 0 (900mA)

37 1296 325 228(360nit) 0 (900mA)

38 1296 325 208(325nit) 0 (900mA)

39 1188 200 195(300nit) 1 (700mA)

41 1188 200 195(300nit) 1 (700mA)

42 1188 200 195(300nit) 2 (600mA)

45 1188 200 195(300nit) 3 (400mA)
[Nexus 4 General] yahoowizard:
Here's why most people don't really care:

1. While some phones do claim to hit "100%" much faster, we all know it's not really completely full and you see it when it starts rapidly depleting, or at least faster than usual.

2. The phones we come from, such as the Galaxy S2 on my part, took just as long, perhaps longer, I really don't know

3. The main reason, however, is that most people like me charge overnight only. I don't even pay attention to when it hits the 100%, and I'm more concerned that it lasts the day no matter how much I use it, which it does.
[Nexus 4 General] Gambler_3:
Its not really about a 100% charge but just the general speed of charge from lets 10-90%. I know 100% is always a misleading figure.
[Nexus 4 General] undercover:
Yup. I monitor it with battery monitor widget my looking at mV. I learn what is highest it ever gets to, and then if my battery depletes suspiciosly quickly, i have a quick look and know exactly why (100% wasn't at top mV when i took it off the charge). It's surprising how much difference it can make.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] ShadowArany:
Why does my phone overheat when i use whatsapp??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Phalanx7621:
Stop posting here. You do not have this phone model. You have an international version. Go to the correct forum.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] r00t4rd3d:
This is the forum section you want to be in:

http://xdaforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1055
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] VECTUS:
CLOSED
[Nexus 4 General] bundziur:
A request to the people who've already got their nexus 4!

Can you take some pictures in-doors in relatively ****ty light conditions? I want to see how your flash works.

When taking pictures with flash on I've noticed that the ISO the phone uses is very high.. 800? It's like the phone does not know its using the flash.

I have taken some pics with my old HTC wildfire s and the nexus 4 to compare them - here are the results:

LINKS DEAD

Can someone please take some flash photos from up-close with their nexus 4 for a comparison?

Thanks!
[Nexus 4 General] bundziur:
Links died, please see the photos attached!
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
I can take some sample pics later but I have noticed the flash blowing out pictures when in marginal lighting conditions (indoors+early morning+no overhead lighting) to the point that I'm better off turning the flash off because the camera does a much better job without it.

And at night I've been opting for HDR.
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
You can see here how the woodgrain gets blown out, I'll post more pics as I take them.
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
For comparison here is the same shot with no flash.
[Nexus 4 General] tehrules:
This will happen with any camera that is used right up close like that.

Another stupid thread trying to find problems.
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
It doesn't happen with my sensation or pm1, so it doesn't happen with every camera and I just did an upclose shot to demonstrate.

I had to go through my pictures but I found some that show the same issue and a completely different issue when using the flash. I'm sure these things will be fixed with software but flash photography is certainly not the n4's strong suit, although I do find low light photography to be pretty good.
[Nexus 4 General] bundziur:
have you even seen the pictures from the original post? They were taken with two different mobile phone cameras, both with FLASH ON!
[Nexus 4 General] trio151:
Maybe the nexus 4 flash is just more powerful than the flashes you used previously.
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
That isn't how flashes should work, the software should do a bit of metering and then limit output for the situation it seems that this isn't happening correctly (it is happening because the N4 will flash before the picture is taken) which is why I think it will be fixed in a software update.
[Nexus 4 General] yahyoh:
i think its bug with camera driver :rolleyes:
[Nexus 4 General] Disastorm:
Has anyone tried after todays update?
[Nexus 4 General] FatalityBoyZahy:
Problem still exists.
[Nexus 4 General] Jazd71:
If you don't like it why bother to comment? Lol,

I have found the flash being too strong a bit of a frustration it's not a deal breaker but it is something they could sort, thankfully it can still take reasonable shots without the flash in many lighting situations.
[Nexus 4 General] donec:
Does the Nexus 4 really have a flash or is it just a light that comes on and stays on when in camera mode with flash selected. I mean is the light off and then flash on when the shutter is activated?
[Nexus 4 General] Tinmania:
As mentioned, I find HDR helps a lot in low light. It does use the flash, but I am not sure if it is for the shot or for pre-shot metering.

Michael

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It's a regular flash that comes on as needed. Stays on only for video.

Oh yea, it does sometimes stay lit for longer than I would have thought for HDR. But I think that is a plus that it can even use flash in HDR mode (my iPhone doesn't).

Michael
[Nexus 4 General] threeclaws:
Yes it pre lights the subject to meter and then flashes again when the picture is taken.
[Nexus 4 General] Richieboy67:
You guys can always try different apps. I used zoom in think it s called on my i9001 s plus.
[Nexus 4 General] TheFiveDots:
Yes, the flash feels definitely a bit wonky compared to my S3. I also find that sometimes even after I touch to focus, it refocuses and takes a blurry picture anyways. That and because the touch screen is less sensitive than I'm used to, I usually miss the shutter button the first time and end up pressing harder and shaking/moving the camera the second time.
[Nexus 4 General] guest_2011:
I'll try to replicate your flash shots but looking at out of the box first shots in auto WB i can tell that either the sensor, optics, software or combination of all three result in pathetic images for a flagship camera. My 3mp samsung produces better pictures. Will try to post some pictures tomorrow.
[Nexus 4 General] guest_2011:
posted some pics here

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1994355&page=3

Camera is disappointing. GS3 seems much better but Samsung is in camera business. I'd expect Sony sensor to be good. Maybe it's the OS, maybe needs a fix or something. I don't know.
[Nexus 4 General] wmm:
My first N4 didn't have problems with flash photos -- because the flash LED didn't work! :)

I just got the replacement yesterday, and I have to say that I'm actually quite pleased with the way it handles the flash. This is the first phone I've had where I could take a flash photo of a document and the print was actually readable and not overwhelmed by the reflection off the white paper. YMMV, of course, but I'm happy.
[Desire HD General] NiCk.JaY:
Why don't you over-clock?
[Desire HD General] shoalinagent:
Interesting results and thanks.

If possible please add test with the performance kernel on SR5 for those capable of running it, and possibly stock numbers for comparison.

I'm impressed with 4.2 given how early it is and the device it is running on.

Of course benchmarks are simply for ****s and giggles and in no way reflect realtime usage and/or ROM stability, but bit is nice to look at :)

Sent from my Desire HD running CodefireX SR5
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
I actually do OC, but for the testing, I keep the ROM and the preferences as is! I'm just looking for the best one! And when I found one, I start tweaking and overclocking to my needs ^^
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Would you please link to the kernel in question?

And, yeah, I'll add the stock ROM you can find on the development section for comparison ^^
[Desire HD General] shoalinagent:
Synergye's performance kernel for 4.1.2 is here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1931386

Cheers. :D

Sent from my Desire HD running CodefireX SR5
[Desire HD General] dongyun:
Wow. Amazing! :)
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Added DroidianRage and IceColdSandwich results.
[Desire HD General] NiCk.JaY:
AnTuTu has hit version 3.0.1 it gives a little higher score, maybe try it out?
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
I can't use newer versions, 'cause if I do so, without retesting all the builds, the results will be meaningless :/
[Desire HD General] PowieT:
yes

3196 points with stock rom :victory:
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Nice results, mine were 'cause they were token 30mn after first clean install. I assume you conducted your test after days of use, the ROM gets better ^^
[Desire HD General] xSkArx:
TrickDroid v3
[Desire HD General] darko1x:
What about venom viper rom ?

Sent from my HTC Desire HD
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Next on my list ;)

Nice, gonna try it with my AnTuTu version..
[Desire HD General] xSkArx:
Where is?

Enviado desde mi HTC Desire HD
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Still to come, I'm not home, yet :)
[Desire HD General] wat1966:
on my dhd with jb r29.
[Desire HD General] peaceman257:
Could you please test the UnOfficial CyanogenMod10 Nightlies?
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Very nice results ^^

Coming soon..
[Desire HD General] theXDAtester:
Added ^^
[Desire HD General] i8890321:
greaat thread hope to have battery consumption
[Desire HD General] LikssOn:
which program is best for over clocking?!
[Desire HD General] Tacsi566:
With the new version of Antutu, Jellytime 6.1 without overclock :)
[Desire HD General] nsdapm27:
How did you get 3169 on benchmark doesn't seem possible on dhd
[Desire HD General] lil-pete:
Very Smooth !!

AnTuTu Benchmark Test with Sense ROM from Viper. IO Scheduler :vr CPU Governor: ondemand max.1,2 GH

:D:good:

View attachment 2062145
[Desire HD General] TomHDA:
Wow, I didn't realise how well these phones perform.

Thank you for all the work you've put into this.:)
[Desire HD General] adgadg15:
Nice score on svhd 1.6.1 with patcha kernel and turbo boost mod v3.00. CPU clock at 1.5ghz
[Desire HD General] becks90:
Nice statistics, thank you.

Maybe PACman and Paranoid Android to come? :)
[Desire HD General] iamdofus:
Jellytime r11
[Desire HD General] klainmain:
Oxygen JB v2 at 1.5ghz

i believe we are limited now from our hardware specifications so the software cannot do much more...the results may be the same more or less :)

Sent from my HTC Desire HD with tapatalk 2
[Desire HD General] MaratabHashmi:
Viper dhd 2.3.0 CPU 1.5ghz
[Nook HD, HD+ General] Tool Belt:
As per Divine_Madcat's suggestion keep requesting new forums for the Nook HD and Nook HD+.

Let's keep this rolling.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1660354
[Nook HD, HD+ General] Divine_Madcat:
Yes, please do request them..

.. but don't open extra threads to do so.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dj_max_demon:
Hello, do not tell me where can I download the code for android 2.3.7 api sim dual standby, or a patch to the source? thanks in advance, sorry for my english
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zelendel:
your problem will be that there is no official code for 2.3.7 as that is not an official android build. It is a knock of build for China based phones.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mattix724:
Why does CyanogenMod have 2.3.7 if that is the case?