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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] nosit1:
I am under the impression that this is not the case, as they are not mutually exclusive. One can happen before the other (but preferably bootloader). At this time from what I remember, we're having issues finding where the recovery actually lies. There's suspicions that it might be in a zImage and not in a block (since we cannot locate it).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] xXJay_RXx:
I mean I just wanna get peoples opinions first. I know everyone including myself is getting tired of donation threads but this man can actually help us unlock the boot loader which is a big plus
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] smw420:
I would **** a brick if this was true...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=34940460
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] tdetroit:
It IS rooted BUT the bootloader is still locked, meaning we can't do any custom kernels or custom recovery, and we have to do any future flashing (until the BL is unlocked) via ODIN. Correct?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] smw420:
Never mind, i see that the boot loader unlock for the s3 does not work. So at least we can load a custom rom through Odin.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] dralbundy:
Long story short, I replaced my broken glass screen but mistakenly took out the digitizer i believe, and now my lcd will not turn, but my phone will

now i am going to send it to get repaired by samsung, but i want to make sure all my data can be saved otherwise all that information is gone. and i am unsure if everything is saved to the memory card or not.

so my screen is pin locked, i tried going through samsung kies to unlock it but i have to do it through the phone.

unless i can manage to get my screen on and functioning im not sure what i can do

perhaps remove internal memory somehow?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Sephirothvfc:
I remember reading somewhere that if USB debugging is on, u can access your phone and unlock it with adb. Can't remember where I saw it though.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] deathangel1496:
Okay, so this is a pretty powerful phone, 1.5ghz dual core s4, seems pretty good to me. So why is it, that it runs emulators barely on par with my old nexus s 4g. Anyone else notice this?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Ascertion:
It's all about how well they're optimized for our CPU combo. I noticed that GTA III is smoother on my GSII than my GSIII. I still love the GSIII more, though. As apps are updated, they're usually updated with better compatibility.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] deathangel1496:
but the evo 4g lte has the same chipset and runs emulators faster and smoother
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Ascertion:
What ROM/kernel are you running?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Magnus579:
I'm looking to setup Ubuntop and need a bluetooth mouse/keyboard.

I found this kit on amazon (Motorola Entertainment Center/Webtop Access Kit for Motorola ATRIX 4G):

http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Ente...785&sr=1-4&keywords=motorola+bluetooth+remote

Anyone know if the photon will pair with the devices? How about fitting into the dock? Seems like a good price for all of the accessories.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Magnus579:
I just found a thread stating that the Atrix 4G posts do not line up exactly. Using lapdock extension cables will allow the photon to connect to the dock but it won't sit properly.

I'm going to give it a gamble and hope that the other devices work (keyboard/mouse/remote).
[Motorola Photon 4G] Kevets:
Let us know. I would think pairing would be doable but the cables could be interesting. I read somewhere that the Atrix lapdock had to be physically modified because of the magnet near the port.
[Motorola Droid 4] captainstarbucs:
Hi, just got my d4 in the mail and I'm currently running the debloated ics rom and i actually love it. Motoblur got it right and htc sense is awfuuuuul. Anyway the problem im having is that i use google voice for text messaging. So i use the google voice integrator from the play store. What it does is route the google voice incoming messages to gosms or the stock text client. I get the messages just fine on gosms but i dont get any notifications.

I scoured the internet high and low for an answer but i cannot find a working solution. Its a minor problem that i can live with but i was hoping someone could give me some insight.

Thanks !

Sent from a swagged out Droid 4 B)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] kiwiruss:
The wife and I have iPhone's and use iMessage, but this week I'm going to try out a Verizon galaxy note 2 for my work phone. What are my options for replacing iMessage. The wife does not have texting on her iPhone plan.

Thanks in advance.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] CyD13:
Maybe you'll want to try Kik?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] nosit1:
There's no iMessage compatability for Android. I'd suggest possibly having her use Google Voice (if the app is avaliable for iOS still) for her to text you and vice versa (if you have texting).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] itch808:
whatsapp
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] spyderman09:
LiveProfile - can send photos and videos too and has the read receipts and "typing" indicator

Or Whatsapp - seems to be pretty popular

I use Google voice, but your wife would have to have a number to do so - maybe gchat?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Buddy Revell:
Both of you can download Voxer. It's free and works for texts and pics.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] yellowman82:
Try kakao talk
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] kiwiruss:
Thanks for the info. We will give whatsapp a try tomorrow.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] flaring afro:
If you have facebook their messaging app is pretty good, and free.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrlaigle:
Gtalk?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Devan512:
Just do this.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] mi7chy:
iMessage is proprietary crap. Install Google Voice on both devices (Android and iOS) and use standard SMS for free within North America. On top of that, install Groove IP and make/take phone calls for free within North America over 4G LTE.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] kimdoocheol:
Little biased.

Use Kakao talk.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bmkindoll:
Google Talk, and Email for pics and video.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Balsta:
Google Talk is literally the Android version of iMessage except you can use it from a browser too.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] johnchad14:
Except it's best to say iMessage is literally the Apple version of gtalk that can only be used on Apple devices.

But I guess if I'm getting real nitpicky...props to AOL, the first?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Balsta:
True, if you're getting picky :P

Regardless, its installed on every Android phone and is accessible through GMail and Google+.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] vtec2k7:
actually you can do group messages with the included standard messaging application. Just make sure you disable your imessage on your iphones before using your android phones. If you dont and someone responds back to a text using imessage and it will sit on apples servers waiting for your iphone to come back online. Happened to me. Didnt receive texts from iphone users until i disabled the imessage feature on the iphones.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chrisjcks:
Hey guys,

I've never owned a nexus phone and am struggling to find some decent widgets to fill my screens :)

Usually my phones come with a whole bunch of them, especially HTC with sense - I love their full screen size widgets.

Would love to see what you guys use.

Please share.

Thanks :)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BRKotucs:
Android Pro Widgets....
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chrisjcks:
Ohhhhhh

I'll take a look - thanks :)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wngmv:
I always go with Minimalist style with no eidgets other than a clock.

I use MinimalistText, UCCW, missedit!.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nvillamob:
If you're coming from sense and want a clock/weather widget that similar to the sense one, use beautiful widgets
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tgtoys:
Uccw with moto blur clock, just cause I'm hooked on that style right now. Otherwise beautiful widgets, agenda widget, photo frame widget, stock bookmark widget, that's what i use on my phones.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dralways:
This is such a waste of the N4's powerful ability to fill every screen full of widgets without any lag. You could've saved $300 and bought an entry-level.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] elliot.newnham:
Or you can have a super phone where its power is dedicated to function and steers away from fluff
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ulver:
I like HD widgets
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FLNexus:
agreed, I just made the switch from Beautiful Widgets
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BruceCLin:
Tasks, Touch Calendar, AIX Weather.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] irishrally:
Pure News Widget is good for RSS feeds and links with Google reader.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chiensibut:
eye weather
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] otariq:
Are we only limited to certain google app widgets on the android 4.2 lockscreen? Wish we could add any widget on lock screen
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] resynx:
I've always used Pure Grid Calendar for a few years, I like the 2009 theme :)
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] karlrock:
I have installed LaytVeyit De-Blur v5 Pre-Release on my phone, is an awesome rom, very smoot and i love it, but.... i need some help.

PROBLEM:

- I want to install Google Talk (Talk.apk) in it. Because this rom does not have it.

WHAT I HAVE ALREADY TRIED: (AND FAILED)

- Searching for GTalk and LaytVeyit in the same sentence around or LaytVeyit and Gapps with no results.

- CLicking the apk to install it.

- Copying manually the talk .so to /system/lib and the apk to /system/app and setting the following permissions: rw- r-- r--

OTHER STUFF THAT MIGHT BE IMPORTANT

- CWM is installed

- Rom is giving no other problems whatsoever

- Google Play is working as expected

Is it possible to install GTalk on this ROM and if it is... HOW???

Sorry if my english is not up to acceptable standards...

Whether you can help me or not thank you anyway....
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] karlrock:
Stil have the problem....

Anyone? i don't want to replace this rom
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kapilchawla:
Try Gingerbread GAPPS

You can take a backup from recovery and try installing GAPPS for GingerBread from rootzwiki
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] karlrock:
Solution

Thanks to kapilchawla because even if that is not exactly the solution is at least 70% of it.

The truth is that flashing or pushing the Gtalk app by itself by any of the means mentioned above and even by others i tried later wont be effective. The app will force close.

In order to make it work you should flash the whole GB gapps pack, unfortunately you will have to wipe everything before doing that, in order to avoid some weird behavior afterwards.

So here is the solution step by step if you want LeytVeyit with Gtalk

1- Install LeytVeyit from this forum: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1791167

2- Flash gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip from this thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1790681

3- The market will dissapear. DONT INSTALL IT OR FLASH IT, it is already there just invisible.

4- Set your google account through the GTalk app. Market app will return as soon as you do that.

5- This Gtalk does not have video chat or audio chat, lets fix that: Download the improved gtalk app from here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1056793 (NOW IT WILL WORK!!!!)

6- Follow the instructions there EXCEPT FOR ONE. DO NOT COPY THE SO FILE ON THE /system/lib folder. It will work without it.

Hope this is helpful to somebody and many thanks to every post that was a pice of this puzzle.
[Nexus 4 General] ohhdavid:
So I just had to do initialize a warranty replacement for my phone due to the 'creaking' some people reported involving the corner of the phone. I just don't want to risk it getting worse or me being annoyed to no end because of it so I figured do it sooner than later.

Anyway, I called today because I assumed that the same policy that governed the Galaxy Nexus applied (You have two weeks from the date you get the phone to do a clean-and-clear replacement of the device for warranty issues anything after that requires mailing out for repair.)

However, the guy I talked to tells me that this warranty is different than the Samsung. Like with purchasing a phone through a carrier, if your phone has any problem covered by the warranty, they will replace the device no matter how long it's been since you purchased it (so long as it is still within the 1-year warranty)

I have to say I am so so very pleased to see this! My greatest fear with buying the phone is that if something went wrong I would have to mail it out and be without a phone for several weeks like was the case with the Galaxy Nexus. I figured since so many people have no shortage of complaints about the device I would share something that has very much improved!
[Nexus 4 General] Redmed427:
Is this warranty through your carrier or LG?
[Nexus 4 General] phositadc:
I was thinking Google.

-Sent from my GS3 running CM10.-
[Nexus 4 General] ohhdavid:
I bought my phone through the Google Play store.

Google processes all warranty claims for the phone (no referring you to manufacturer like they did with Samsung)

If you call to report a warranty-covered issue with the phone, as long as it is not caused by you (ie: your screen doesn't work because you dropped it and it cracked open)

Google will send you a link to "re-purchase" a replacement device through the google play store which puts a hold on your credit card for the sale price (less shipping+tax) and emails you a shipping label.

This part may annoy some people but really, it makes sense. Cell phone carriers don't need to put the hold because they have your SSN and can send you to collections/cancel your service if you fail to return the phone but Google has no such leverage.

Once you send back your device, the hold goes away and you're good to go.

You have 21 days from when you get your new device delivered to send in your old phone.
[Nexus 4 General] phositadc:
Wow that sounds pretty great. About the one thing Google got right about this whole process lol. Sounds like they were expecting lots of returns.

-Sent from my GS3 running CM10.-
[Nexus 4 General] trent25:
Where is this policy published?

That's good news. I am getting my phone this week but I'm too busy with work related stuff that needs to be completed before I fly out to Europe for vacation until mid. January.

I was afraid of discovering an issue when on vacation and getting screwed just because I cannot receive a new phone and send in the old one. No need to worry I guess. :D
[Nexus 4 General] wideasleep1:
The 'hold to cross-ship' replacement policy has been in place since the Nexus One days, and is a great policy.
[Nexus 4 General] Freshly_Snipes:
It's not actually THAT great. Everyone doesn't have $400 disposable at any given time. So say I don't have any money and my device breaks then I'm S.O.L.. That my friend is not okay. They can't put a hold on a card if there's no funds there.
[Nexus 4 General] nexicon:
They also mention to contact them if a hold on a card is not feasible and they'll be able to work with you. I just had one done
[Nexus 4 General] wideasleep1:
Never SOL on a legit RMA claim. .cross-ship is just a great option offered, especially if your phone is somewhat functional, you're not out of use at all while you get new unit. Besided it's not El Goog's fault you're broke.
[Nexus 4 General] Jayrod1980:
Yep the warranty through the play store is the only reason I didn't buy from elsewhere... Well that and the price. They always do advance replacement instead of having you ship the thing back on your own device and wait more than a month to get it back. It's one of the few things Google got right with their hardware selling venture. Unfortunately for me, I have terrible luck with replacements. Couldn't get an n7 that wasn't more borked than the previous one. My n10 has a very slight issue but the replacement has the worst screen I've ever seen. Didn't want to go through the hassle of endless card authorizations and shipping devices back and forth so I'm just going to keep it. My n4 has bad light bleed and half the screen is yellow so its replacement is on its way to me and I pray this one breaks my replacement curse. I wish they actually did some kind of qc on their replacement stock before shipping, especially given that critical buyers with problems are much more likely to scrutinize the replacement device once they have had a bad experience to begin with.

Edit: Google swipe isn't perfect yet
[Nexus 4 General] SovereigN7:
This warranty system sounds great, but do they send a prepaid shipping label or is that from our own pockets?
[Nexus 4 General] comminus:
Google supplies the shipping labels.
[Nexus 4 General] Garciahenry63:
well if it's just a hold then it doesnt havt't to be 400 bucks, it can just be a dollar and if you dont send in your phone then they charge for the one they sent out, im assuming?

like going to the gas station and how its a dollar until it runs through the system
[Nexus 4 General] desynch-:
The problem here is, people are far from honest. I see people here claiming fraud for a lot of things just to get something for free. Number one I've noticed are fraudulent warranty claims. Or selling a broken phone on ebay as working. Everybody lies.

Would Google really send out a phone for "free"? It only makes sense that they charge you for what it's worth. Think of it as a core charge when turning in an alternator or some high priced item for repair. You don't return it? It's your money you're losing.
[Nexus 4 General] Pito2k6:
I hope this is true because with my galaxy nexus they told I needed to contact samsung if it was a hardware problem because they only deal with software problems.So after I contacted samsung I had to ship my phone to them and waited 2 weeks get it replaced and I had no other phone to use because it was my 1st gsm phone after leaving Verizon so I could be contract free.So my 1st experience with them sucked.
[Nexus 4 General] DarkRyoushii:
Just to clarify on the last point.. You have 21 days to return it from the day you receive the email detailing how to order a replacement (sent by the rep you speak with on the phone) and so if your replacement takes 14 days to ship, 2 days to arrive you've only got 5 days left to get it back to them which is cutting it short. :/

Source: I issued an RMA and that's what the email says at the top.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] jrush4:
Okay so keep an open mind here guys.

I initiated an RMA last night and I fully intend to return my defective device, but the whole deal with them shipping you a new phone before you send yours back raises an interesting question.

What'd happen if you didn't send yours back and just kept the two? Obviously you'd be charged for both so there's no theft going on, but for those that wanted to purchase 2 and coul could only get one, could they theoretically 'buy' another device this way? It'd be unethical of course, you scamming (in a sense) a phone that countless people are trying to get their hands on, but no more unethical than those scalpers on eBay. They say you have 21 days to return it otherwise your card will be charged, so this could be a very sneaky method of beating the queue.

Like I said before it's unethical and I don't intend to do it, but for those that want a second device for their partner or for someone else... Food for thought I suppose.
[Nexus 4 General] imtiax:
Well they would get to keep the money they put on hold, and charge you for full shipping.

They would also probably black list you as a customer, so you could never order from them again.
[Nexus 4 General] raptir:
No, it's from the date you received the replacement. Source: I issued an RMA and that's what the e-mail says.
[Nexus 4 General] mb3030:
They also have an option for you to send your broken phone first. Once they receive it and certify its a warranty issue, they'll send you a new one.

The option you describe is for those that don't want to be without a phone, but it's not the only option.
[Nexus 4 General] chicotunner07:
i need to issue an RMA since my ear speaker does not work, can only make call through speaker phone.

but are replacement units for RMA's in stock? or will we have to wait 7-9 weeks like everyone else? i cant spare 400 dollars for almost 3 months! and i cant be without an email/web capable phone for that long either!
[Nexus 4 General] jrush4:
The RMA units are separate from the usual stock, so you'll have your replacement within a few days of initiating the RMA.

---------- Post added at 06:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:03 PM ----------

I realise they'd keep the money like I stated in my post, and it'd obviously be assumed they'd charge you shipping also.

As for the blacklist, that's what I was thinking too.

Again, to clarify, I'm not intending on doing this, it was just a thought that occurred to me as it seems Google are putting a lot of trust in the customer. If we abuse that trust then we can kiss goodbye to anything like that in the future. They might even pull an apple on us and tell us that whatever fault we have is just regular wear and tear, even when it's fresh out of the box.
[Nexus 4 General] Freshly_Snipes:
Who said I was broke smart ass? Smh

There's this things called a recession and one does not need to be "broke" to maybe have JUST paid bills the day before or maybe a relative died. Don't be a douche about it. You don't even have a #Nexus4 Sheesh lol

Glad to know those aren't the only options for RMA though.
[Nexus 4 General] wideasleep1:
Whatever Freshly. My N4 arrives in a few hours, and it is still a generous RMA policy.
[Nexus 4 General] raptir:
For a company that has no B&M stores, this is really the best you can expect.
[Nexus 4 General] xSunny:
I should issue a RMA because my mic does not work just like the person above me my calls will only work on speaker nothing on regular handset.. But when i called the rep told me I have to send my phone in no matter what before they send me a phone what if i put the hold on my debit card.. Will I actually be charged a negative balance fee if the charge is still pending? If anybody knows please answer
[Nexus 4 General] raptir:
The charges will go in as a pending transaction. Most banks will charge you an overdraft fee if your balance goes below 0 due to a pending transaction, so essentially you don't have the money for that time.

That said, who did you buy your phone from? If it was purchased on the Google Play Store, that doesn't sound right and I would recommend calling back to get a different representative.
[Nexus 4 General] xSunny:
I got to call my bank and figure that out, got to ask them whats going on with that. Also I purchased through Google Play and thats what the rep told me now everytime I call its 40 minute wait def not trying to wait that long.
[Nexus 4 General] Emama:
One should not use a $400 smartphone if their bank accounts do not even have $400.
[Nexus 4 General] xSunny:
Its called wanting something some people like myself buy a new phone and sell the old one so they can pay most of it back i sold my S3 for this and then boom i ran into the mic problem..
[Nexus 4 General] Freshly_Snipes:
???that doesn't mean they didn't have it at the time they purchased it. Your thinking is flawed. Some people's financial situations can change quite drastically within that year of purchase. Mr. Trump. Glad to know we have a millionaire on XDA.
[Nexus 4 General] Emama:
If one's finance is changed dramatically then think twice before making an order.

I don't think $400 is such a huge amount that is counted as a millionaire level.
[Nexus 4 General] sn0warmy:
Bingo! I was going to post the same thing after reading the OP. I RMA'd my phone last Thursday and they said I should receive the phone by the end of the week, so 21 days from the initial email should be plenty of time. But if it gets delayed till next week then it will be cutting it close.