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[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kremata:
Interesting idea but you can acheive the same result with other apps.

Try Android Assistant speaktoit(Speak to it). She is a better Siri. She can launch apps, read email, update your Facebook, make search on the internet. I think it can do what you want to do. (If I understand correctly)
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fridgie:
Not sure about the normal S3 but the s-voice on the lte version will do what you're asking, and more (like send messages etc)
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kroat999:
My ida is that i can start google voice search by dialing a number in the dialer.

Why i want it to do.

My merc car has bluetooth and it works well but there is no way to start googlevoice or any other voice application without taking it out of my poket and aktivate it manualy.

As an example if i could start aplications by dialing a number.

Than i could dial in the car interface 111 and google voice search wold start without i have to take the phone in my hand or out of my pocket
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cyclosporine:
Interesting idea, but seems like a hassle if you can use s-voice instead.

Get a card dock and NFC tags, will make accessing your cellphone easier. Don't text and drive. :cool:
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kroat999:
Jes but with the dualer Solution you could use it without touching the phone.

It doesn't mater if s-voice or google voice search you can't activate non of them over car integrated Bluetooth.

You always have tu put out your phone and press something.

I was searching for a solution without the need of using the phone directly
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kremata:
If you start the assistant before you put your phone on the car BT you can tell her to call any number, start any application etc... No need to touch any button. You can even have a conversation with her(she's funny)

https://play.google.com/store/apps/...wsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5zcGVha3RvaXQuYXNzaXN0YW50Il0.

Look it up, she's one of my favorite app.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kroat999:
Yes I kwo that app but i am searching for the dialer solution that would also be a great solution for launching hidden apps
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] norpan111:
But.. What good does the phone do in the pocket? What hidden apps do you want to start in the pocket? Put your phone in a phoneholder on the instrument like everyone else? And you can tell svoice what to do with "wake up command"

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[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] scndthe2nd:
A relative dropped her phone in water and lost touch screen and capacitance buttons. Everything else seems to work. Is there any fix for this, upto and including replacing the screen or should I just tell her to throw it out (or sell it) and buy a new one?

Thanks,

Scnd.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demlasjr:
It will survive, don't turn on, get a bag and some silicone jelly bags and do this : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGQOhVGFbyk&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Minute: 7:05
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] durps:
Rice works too! Just leave it over night with the battery door, battery, sd card, and sim off.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sxi200:
Just open it up and dry it out. Lift all the clips and clean.

On a fishing trip earlier this year, a friend dropped his in sea water and it took us about a minute to find it. I put it in fresh water to remove the salt. After opening it, I removed all the components and let it dry in the sun for an hour. It was all good again. Still works to this day.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] boomboomer:
All the above is good advice, but only if done right away after the water incident - if you've left it wet for a while, or put the battery back to test it then you'll need a repair/new phone.

Depending on what else got into the phone along with the water (salt, soap etc.) then corrosion may means things will get worse over time.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The Tox:
i have 2 questions :

1 - can i install CWM using the stock recovery e2 ? i need a flashable ZIP

2 - can i install a Custom rom with the stock recovery e2 ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Donovan662:
Which phone u have, which rom u running now? U need to be rooted to flash a custom rom.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The Tox:
i9000 // stock rom , ECLAIR 2.1 ,

the probleme that my pc doesn't recognize my phone , i have installed all drivers :s

can i root my phone with a flashable zip from stock recovery e2
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] locn:
mate i had the same problem. no matter what i did i couldn't get kies to recognise my phone. You need to use odin and manually upgrade your phone to gingerbread. once you do that kies will work again. i can't remember where i found it but the instructions are in the forums somewhere. once you have done this it will be much easier to move forward with root etc... hope this helps.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The Tox:
the probleme that i can't use odin because he don't recognize my phone , i don't know why !

the only solution is to install cwm manualy with the stock recovery and install a costum rom

is there any flashable CWM ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Donovan662:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1220045

Read the whole thread & see if its has a solution for u.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] locn:
have to ask but what are the exact steps you are taking?
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] VIP1:
Try to install Samsung Kies, do a Firmware upgrade (If possible) and then try the Odin (which version you have?) again... This way worked for me.
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SimMasterIbra:
Maybe it's the USB cable?
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ImKayden:
Yes, try use cwm flashable zip I think it available on this forum, but I found mine on Google search. But forget link -_-! Sorry
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] HHF2:
I am running the latest stock leak and don't have the option for voice commands for my apps. Some way I lost it after I flashed the first leak and can't get it back. There isn't an option in the input menu to turn it on or off. Does anyone have any ideas?

Oh, for the record, I did a clean install when going to Jellybean from ICS.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] kidhudi:
make sure voice search is installed and if it is go to "settings/language and input" and make sure it is enabled.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] SlimSnoopOS:
Voice commands have been relocated and currently reside in S-Voice settings. You need to go to S-Voice/Settings to turn them on.
[General Questions and Answers] Guitarman:
Solved
[Windows Phone 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] R3ACTOR4:
Hey all,

Past couple of days been doing some research. Thoroughly confused TBH. Can't decide which is better...

Now, I'm on Android and not dying to get rid of it or something. But just keeping an eye open for better alternatives.

My sole concern is price. I believe WP8 is a fantastic product. But has got a ridiculous price tag. The kind of money MS is asking for is just bizarre. Nonetheless, I currently can't decide what to pick, LUMIA 920 or the HTC 8X.

Also, a question to everyone who has a WP8, are you truly satisfied in your experience with it or do you think Android is a better bet?

Sent from my RaZr on MIUI.
[Windows Phone 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] L0cke:
I'm in the same boat really, I have always used Android but starting to get a little bored with it so looking to try something else. iOS is okay but not for me, so am really looking into WP. The app store worries me, although most of what I use there is already an equivalent app, but it's nice to have more choice.

Have been looking at the 8X but the price is a little high, especially compared to the new Nexus 4. I don't know. Not sure if I would get bored with a Windows Phone, maybe a little more digging into it is needed.
[Windows Phone 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] StevieBallz:
If you keep the Nexus 4 out of the picture then the WP8 phones are priced pretty similar to what new Android phones are priced at, so actually I don't see why you think those would be problematic. Given that the Nexus 4 is also priced in that price range if provided by LG instead of Google (which it is in many countries as there is no Google Play Store there).

Aside from that WP8 vs. Android for most people will simply come down to preference. For some it will depend on certain Apps they rely on and have no equivalent. I personally currently have a HTC Titan with WP7.5 and will get my Lumia next week. For work I have an SGS2 (currently running CM9.1) and I actually prefer WP.

In the end I can only encourage you to really dig into the threads people opened on what they miss in WP. Sometimes they get told how it works in WP, sometimes it simply can't be done but it will give you a better picture than asking us WP users what we think because pretty obviously there are only 2 types:

1.) People who tried WP and don't like it (who will do anything to push you away from the OS)

2.) People who tried WP and like it (and will tell you that you won't need anything else)

In the end no two people are really alike in what they need so the only way to go is to really do some research. WP7 has been my daily driver for 2 years now and a lot of the stuff I was actually missing in the beginning is there in WP8 now (last thing I was missing was backgrounding of Skype). But there obviously are still functionalities someone might need that are not (one example is PPTP VPN - I don't need it, most don't need it but if you do it might be a dealbreaker).

As for the decission Lumia 920 vs HTX 8X. For me the great low light performance of the Lumia and the better App support made me go the Nokia-route. Also I simply wanted 32 GB of storage. My biggest problem with the 8X is that I simply detest the look of the colored speaker grill on the front (otherwise the design is really nice). Weight might be another thing that makes you want to go with the 8X.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shaizer:
Hey all,

I was just wondering as all the O2 nexus 4's were unlocked, is it possible for them to lock it through an OTA update?

Thanks,

Shaizer
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poid:
No, the carrier has nothing to do with OTA's for the N4. They are all unlocked and will remain so.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] georgepink:
Call today went like this:

Clerk "Thank you for calling vz wireless this is Jim how can I help you?"

Me "I was wondering if you have the galaxy note 2 in stock".

Clerk. "That phone hasn't been released yet"

Me. "Yes, I know, but do you have them in stock?"

Clerk. "Well we will when it gets released"

Me. " I was under the impression it was getting released tomorrow"

Clerk. "Yeah, and?"

Me. "You have been very useless". Click

Why can't they just say, we have x number, or we won't have them until tomorrow, or something other than I don't feel like giving you any info.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] busab:
"You have been very useless"

Irony :screwy:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] kimdoocheol:
Hope you didn't use your VZW account to call them. They note all those accounts and probably will just give you a harder time in the future.

Way to be a *$(@.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] georgepink:
No called from work phone, f em anyway. I'm not a dik, I'm a customer that simply wanted info. Is that too much to ask?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] keynith:
Depends on who you get. He prolly just browsing all the poop talk about verizon while you called :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] kimdoocheol:
I don't like VZW anyways, but the reps you talk to aren't in control of these things. Talk to a supervisor, manager, etc... This isn't really the right way to get what we want.

You may think you are sticking it to VZW, but you are basically just being an @$$ to a person who deals with people asking dumb questions.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Nit3mare:
Having worked as a technical support professional in the past (although for TomTom GPS, not Verizon), I can say that you were more or less just being an asshole to someone who has to deal with that **** all day long.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] georgepink:
Wow didn't know "do you have a product in stock" was a STUPID question, oh and nowhere was I trying to stick it to vz or anyone else.

Again is it in stock, not such an ass hole or stupid question. And having worked tech support for 20 years some of them with Verizon, I have heard stupid ass hole questions. Not is it in stock, though.

Yeesh you guys read way too much into a fricken phone call
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Hitman3984:
you seem to forget is supervisor A says they can't answer that question, then they can't answer that question.

Perhaps you should have asked it in a way that could be answered, such as "will the phone be available when th doors open tomorrow"
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] eman3316@optonline.net:
Nevermind
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] jamezr:
so what was the purpose of the call? You know they have them in stock as it it being released tomorrow...... What outcome did you expect?

A CSR rep on the phone probably does not get inventory updates anyway...... You know as much as they do by watching the product release dates. You knew that answer to your own question before you asked. Then bagging about being an A@@ on this forum....what was the expected outcome? Most of us have done some kind of phone support and we have no empathy for people that just want to call and find something to complain about....
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] computingwarren:
I called and asked nicely today and they said they hadn't got their shipment.

You didn't have to be a ****. You should know by now that if you go on launch day, you are guaranteed a phone. It's not going to sell out like an iphone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] randpost:
You were being a ****. Quit being defensive about it and own up to your personality flaw.

I don't like a ton of things about Verizon, but that is no excuse to take it out on some entry level phone rep trying to earn a small pay check.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] spiff72:
I'm not so sure about that. If the store I called really has just 3 like I mentioned in another post - it wouldn't take much for them to sell out (unless they got more in the meantime). That's why my appointment is at the "crack of 10" (when they open). :D
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] JasonGeiger:
Went to Best Buy mobile to get a phone for my daughter. Bs'd with a worker about various android phones for a bit then asked him if he had the Verizon note 2. He said yep we got them. I can't upgrade till next month so didn't think to ask how many and if I could get it today.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] vtec2k7:
ridiculous for the poster to get slammed for asking a typical question of a verizon rep. Its not like he said "where exactly are you keeping the phones in the store?". This is the reason why customer service is crappy. The customers themselves say its ok to be treated like that. When a customer asks you a question, you give an answer no matter what. He didnt ask for verizon trade secrets or anything, he just wanted to know if it would be possible to actually get one on day one. Simple question and a **** answer.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] SJUnion:
While he could have handled you (the OP) better, is it Verizon's policy to not discuss inventory with the customer, ever.

Basically its like this, if the phone isn't available for purchase (or pre-order) the reps are trained to act like it doesn't exist. The sale TODAY is the priority, so they are never going to tell you to wait or sell you on whats coming next week or even tomorrow. Its like walking onto a car dealership, they want to sell you what they have today. Their training and motivations reinforce this.

Pre orders naturally throw a wrench into this focus, but that doesn't change the fact that most of them don't care about stock they cant sell you on the spot.

What he should have said was, "Sorry sir but we aren't allowed to discuss what we have in inventory, but yea the Galaxy Note 2 comes out tomorrow and we should have some *wink*. Call in the morning if you want to make sure before you come out."
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] WiredPirate:
This thread made me lol, thanks OP.

Everybody knows if you want a device before it's released you must go to the local retail store and beat your chest like a gorilla until it's laid at your feet on a golden tray.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] georgepink:
Thank you for this. Got it today and love it. as far as I'm concerned it's behind me, let the haters hate...whatever. If I treated a CUSTOMER like that I'd be fired...and rightly so. anyway, thanks for the 'positive' post
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] droidstyle:
I just called my local verizon store and they have plenty of them in stock...now do I pull the trigger and spend 700, that tis the question lol.
[Motorola Photon 4G] twitch0sparks:
Im trying to unlock the bootloader on my electrify. Using the electrify.zip.

When i type :fastboot flash rdl.bin RDL3_unlocked.smg

It says unlocked

when i run the fastboot oem unlock with my code it says already unlocked

It let me flash CWM recovery

But when i try to run RSD lite 5.5 it says error and wont go any further
[Motorola Photon 4G] na7q:
If it says you're unlocked and you have a custom recovery you don't need to do anymore.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] AndreaCristiano:
Does anyone know if the JB update will bring Google now to our touch wiz or will Samsung opt for their s voice? This is important to me as I will not keep my SGS3 if I loose out on Google now

sent from my Nexus 7 while my SGS3 rests!
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] AndreaCristiano:
Forget it got the answer :)

sent from my Nexus 7 while my SGS3 rests!
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] BeenAndroidized:
So, what was the answer? Just wondering... :fingers-crossed:
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] AndreaCristiano:
They are saying sprint and T-Mobile versions have it present. So its looking like a yes its there. Surprisingly I'm still on the fence. I think I will go look at a nexus 4 in a T-Mobile store and see how I feel

sent from my Nexus 7 while my SGS3 rests!
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tcat007:
Other than the Titanic?

Looking at settings/accounts-google/xxxatGmail What do have checked to sync there? All I have checked is Calendar, I do all others manually. I use K9 mail, so Gmail doesn't need syncing. I seldom add or delete a contact, so I manually do that monthly. I "believe" I am saving precious battery not syncing. Typically get 36-48 hours.

Also have location access off, unless an app asks for it.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] lidohd2:
hi guys

do you have tryed this rom?

i try in this moment and i say that its very fast ,smooth and with beats audio effect.i love jellybean of super xylo but this rom run very very good and i can to see that all run good

you have founded bug?what do you think?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] MarkBonz:
Ok, so i rooted my phone on my mac from galaxys3root.com

I then decided i wanted to root my phone from windows instead as i thought it was a more stable way (new to rooting)

so i went through the unrooting steps on that same website. downloaded triangle away and reset the binary.

step 2 was to put into download mode, so i help vol down, home and power button. screen went black and thats it.

now phone wont turn on, and wont go into download mode.

am i screwed?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] DarthDerron:
So you were already rooted, then unrooted and tried to root again? Why? As long as the phone is rooted you can flash ROMs regardless of computer, as long as u can get all the files onto ur phone to flash in recovery
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] MarkBonz:
im not sure, im new to rooting.

i thought it wasnt stable or something because rooting through mac you dont go into download mode or recovery mode

(i cant get into download or recovery. My phone is completely off, the only sign of life ive seen from it now is a red led light come on when i plug into usb without the batter in)
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] MarkBonz:
can anyone help?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] DarthDerron:
Then sorry, nothing I can help you with
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Medlock87:
I suggest taking it to AT&T. That was the only sign of life I had after I dropped my rooted phone, they replaced it under warranty. To be clear, my phone was under two out-of-warranty conditions, and it was replaced because the cause of failure isn't so readily apparent in this case. Just say you don't know why it won't turn on. Too easy.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] MarkBonz:
mag7ear appears

When plugged into my computer, it says

found new hardware QHSUSB_DLOAD

does that mean anything
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Medlock87:
I think that means it's dead, though I could be mistaken. I'm surprised no one recommended finding a USB jig. They're supposed to force the phone into download mode when nothing else will. It's not clear if that would work in this case, but they're extremely cheap.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] amzi:
Send it to samsung They can fix it for freee.

But for 60 bucks or so JTAG can get it done allittle bit quicker
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] GladdBag:
Before you try sending it away, I would try downloading MSKIP's Galaxy S3 toolkit. Make sure you have all the relevant drivers and see if the toolkit is able to see it and kick it into download mode. You can find the download link here http://xdaforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1633

There are very clear, explicit instructions provided with the toolkit - I would also take the time to view wwjoshdew's video, very helpful. If you are able to get the phone into download mode, re-flash a stock, rooted rom from here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1739426

Not sure what else to tell you, but that's what I would try. Hope it helps.

-GB
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] MarkBonz:
thanks anyways, but toolkit cant read phone
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bcrsr:
Can anyone confirm any improvment in wifi signal in the latest OTA?

I traded my Nexus for HTC EVO LTE and would love to pickup another Nexus, but I cannot do the crappy wifi signal bit again.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Weezil420:
Yeah, I've had issues with all ROMs I've flashed and even the stock OS not picking up my WiFi properly. I'm sitting 8 feet from my router right now and have 2 of 4 bars showing. I'm running CM 10 and everything works perfectly just not getting correct signal strength... looking for a fix too!