yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
Barely there is snap on case. It is basically a hard shell. And it does not offer enough protection at the top and around corners at top and front edge of the phone in particular.

People really need to post better pics of Mercury case to really show how great it fits on the product on ebay. But sellers rarely do that. But here is mine. And it offers great protection. Has small lip which protects screen when you put it face down.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Paras Lehana:
B) cool, mate!!!! Changed my mind lol. It really suited the device front. I think blue would be better a better choice than black! What say? I'm getting one!!! :)

Well, mate, I wanted to ask you about the screen protector I should get.

How's this one mate - http://in.mobilefun.com/38303-mfx-screen-protector-5-in-1-pack---samsung-galaxy-s4.htm

However, I don't know why each of them separately costs half of the bugs for which we can get 5 of 'em!!! Here's another - (casemate) http://in.mobilefun.com/38782-case-mate-anti-glare-screen-protector-for-samsung-galaxy-s4.htm

Specifically, I want a protector that won't destroy even bit of the pixels. In case there's no one available, I'm fine without it. :P

Thanks buddy :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
That is the trend. They make huge profit on scratch guards either way.

Anti glare ones will reduce the screen sharpness little bit. Keep that our mind. I personally prefer glossy ones. You can buy both to be honest and try anti glare first and change it if not happy.

From my Galaxy S4, in your face.....
[Galaxy S 4 General] vinandy:
Heard Samsung is recalling S4 handsets for overheating issues??? Guys can you confirm???
[Galaxy S 4 General] funtoosh:
Where did you heard about it ?
[Galaxy S 4 General] vinandy:
Friend informed me on whatsapp. I couldn't find any article online on this.
[Galaxy S 4 General] funtoosh:
Must be a rumour
[Galaxy S 4 General] nabilsilva:
Guys, i want to have transparent notification bar for all wallpapers and not only the stock ones. is this possible?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Paras Lehana:
Oh! Well, I know I shouldn't get the anti glares. So, what do you recommend?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
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[Galaxy S 4 General] garvit:
Protective case from Samsung..

https://www.samsungindiaestore.com/..._EF-PI950BCEGIN?cid=edm31052013-s4accessories
[Galaxy S 4 General] waroftheworlds:
Heads up

Ppl looking to buy screen guards please do some research before taking one. My friend bought a screen guard from the local mobile shop for his S4 and Air View stopped working due that. I would personally recommend the Spigen screen guards as they are Air View compatible. But they are expensive and a little difficult to find in India :(
[Galaxy S 4 General] samir_a:
Most of the screen guard will work but I would say go with the branded ones like the one from scratch guard as others would be difficult to find.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
I have these : http://www.ebay.in/itm/151044135929

It is pack of 5. Cut is perfect. Some may say it is too perfect as you need to take your time applying it. It is very precise cut with less than 1 mm gap all around.

You must use hinge method with this one otherwise you will screw up the application.
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
Can anyone tell me from where can I purchase Samsung micro sd 64 gb card...

Its listed out of stock on both flipcart and homeshop18

Apparently it is betterv than sandisk 64 gb card but at same price.
[Galaxy S 4 General] HS™:
http://www.infibeam.com/Mobile_Acce...A-SanDisk-Ultra-64GB-Class-10-Multicolor-64GB

http://www.saholic.com/mobile-accessories/samsung-64gb-pro-microsd-card-mb-mgcgb-1007103

personally use Sandisk 32gb Class 10 and have no issue easy at pocket to got from infibeam

samsung 64 gb memory card is over priced at the moment may be thats the reason no stock and hardly some one buying it
[Galaxy S 4 General] TheMask007:
S4 is half baked product. Samsung will not continue the same path hopefully :

Source sammobile :

http://www.sammobile.com/2013/05/30...disappointments-and-their-current-soc-future/

sorry if repost or old info.

Buy from snapdeal using elx6 6% off code. Best price 3600 than any other shopping site

This one is Samsung Pro Model , Double the sandisk ultra speed.

http://www.snapdeal.com/product/samsung-64gb-microsd-pro-class/1385718
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
Even I thought it wad overpriced but here are some facts

Sandisk specs...

Read speed 30 MBps

Write speed 13 MBps

5 yrs warranty.

200x speed ( check wikipedia fot meaning of x )

Samsung specs...

Read speed 70 MBps

Write speed 20 MBps

10 yrs warranty

500x speed

Diff in price about 100 to 200 rs.

So ill personally pick samsung anyday...:D
[Galaxy S 4 General] HS™:
Yes correct actually most listing were abt 5k for the card so i said better to go with sandisk but snapdeal gives a better deal this time let me know once u get abt the experience of the card
[Galaxy S 4 General] TheMask007:
I am using the card. Its snappy, got it last sunday . Its best.

Don't worry, you wont regret as 10 years warranty is best in class also. Samsung replaces the card with new as sandisk if sent for warranty. I use this trick to sell old cards (Sssshhhh)
[Galaxy S 4 General] android_master:
Samsung Galaxy S4 (Octa version Exynos, which follows Big-Little Architecture) is a half baked product,

unfortunately this is the version we have got in India, it has got severallllllllllll issues & definitely not the response which one expects from Rs 40,000 flagship .
[Galaxy S 4 General] razer1224:
I think its Half-Baked Too

But Once More Kernel Source codes are out

It will Improve

And I dont think that Exynos 5 is a Fail

Or the big.LITTLE
[Galaxy S 4 General] razer1224:
View attachment 2010860

This is a Bad Thinh
[Galaxy S 4 General] funtoosh:
yeah we got it in India due to the crappy laws in India, they know even if they sell crap in India, nothing is going to happen to the company, but if they sell such stuff in US they will be sued and will have to take all their crap back, provide a refund and even might have to pay some penalty
[Galaxy S 4 General] deathnotice01:
WE HAVE A OFF-TOPIC THREAD HERE:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2304987

This post is in compliance with the national potato safety regulation.

[Galaxy S 4 LTE]
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
What are you on about. Samsung is actually one of the few companies that treat us as important market. Even when the world was getting inferior chips for whatever the reason, we always got the best thing Samsung had to offer (at least under its own brand ).

We got Exynos versions of all phones. Historically it has been better performing processor.

Samsung sells Exynos 5 OCTA in their home market of Korea. They always reserve their best for their home market. And even in the US, there is nothing anyone can do about Exynos 5 Octa situation. Cluster migration is still working. Core migration is not implemented for whatever the reason. (it is already being discussed in its own separate thread, I won't bring those details here ) But Samsung never promised us specific implementation.

And I am glad we have Exynos. With Doc's rom and perseus kernel this beast is performing better and lasting longer than my 9505.
[Galaxy S 4 General] nabilsilva:
Im currently running wanam's adam kernel v1.3.2 and his ME1 ROM.

Is the Perseus kernel better? are there any better ROMs?
[Galaxy S 4 General] sasha007:
Just got my S4 i9500 in India . What is the best to root it at the moment ?

Also , Getting a 64gb microSD Samsung card and have read that folder mount can allow apps installtion on the SD Card .

Just want to know are there any disadvantages of installing apps on the SD card ? Can the apps be updated just as they can be when in the internal memory ?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
You have to see what suits you. Wanam ROM and adam kernel combo is also good.

Doc's ROM is very light weight. Lot of stuff has been stripped out including TWUI and lot of apps including gmail, maps, youtube etc. You have to install those after you install the ROM. But whole ROM is under 500MB. So that should give you an idea how stripped down it is. (all missing apps are available as separate individual download )

It is best for my need and it comes with perseus kernel by default.

So you can try it out yourself and make the decision if it is right for you or not. It comes with HOLO launcher by default but I am using Nova.

With this I am getting constant 5+ hour screen time. (yesterday I got 6 hours) with 3 email accounts and twitter syncing and hangouts running as well.

Performance is great as well.

BUt as I said, it might not suit everyone or those who want TWUI.

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I personally used this : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2262110

There is also CF Auto root by chainfire.
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
For those seeking more info here is the threads link

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2258519

And

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2303942
[Galaxy S 4 General] Paras Lehana:
I'm nervous lol...

So, in your opinion it's the best quality out there?

I was considering XtremeGuard but now I think I'd get this.
[Galaxy S 4 General] android_master:
Exactly what I was saying.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
Friends...

How can i check the A NEw s4 box is genuine, i mean to say, how to check "its not resealed"??

i m actually going to shop, i m getting s4 for 37k....
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
There should be three seals on three sides.

And when you cut those seals the phone screen should have a samsung guard which makes using screen without removing it almost impossible as its opaque..

Besides the headphones should be sealed because once you remove headphones from packing, its very difficult to pack again..

Watch a unboxing video on youtube to know how everything should look...:D

IMHO

If its sealed, just go for it without any worries

I purchased it on 17may for 38800 so by now 37000 should be no problem...:thumbup:
[Galaxy S 4 General] kreativegeek:
Has anyone redeemed Samsung Apps Rs 550 promotional coupon to purchase apps? Lot of apps are directly linked to Google Play Store which charge on my CC
[Galaxy S 4 General] jon51092:
bought s4 (black mist) on 1st may .... have no issue had onces camera reboot than nothing also it heats up only during charge ( we know its due to charger) so no other issues for me also got awesome battery back up check below.....!!!!!

i love it
[Galaxy S 4 General] samir_a:
All S4 will have unique serial number you can register it online and you should be good, if the seals are good then you are safe generally you will find those peieces without bill because when you bill a customer and give something non gen u are legally liable.

There are lots of news on S4 exynos chip is a failed product Samsung would not an I repeat would not take the risk of releasing the chip if it was not complete on its flagship mobile specially when that is the same chip present in the korean model they have production issues and hence it is not there on note 3
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
I cant say these are best quality ones or not. I am using it for one month. I got this brand first time for my Note 2 last year and for the price we pay, these are excellent. Unlike some really cheap ones which develop scratches in matter of days, my Note 2 still does not show many scratches and not a single scratch on my SGS4 screen protector yet.

So they are more than acceptable. But like I said, it requires precision application. If you know how to do hinge method, that works best (if you dont know just search for " hinge method screen protector " on youtube. ).

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Box has 3 paper seals, you have to break at least 2 to open the box. It would take something extraordinary to open and reseal it without showing the signs of the same.
[Galaxy S 4 General] funtoosh:
I would suggest to buy it from a samsung cafe or some online trustworthy site like samsungestore or flipkart etc... you might end up spending 1-2K more but you can be sure that you won't get cheated
[Galaxy S 4 General] Funkym0nkey:
WOW,

And thanks.

Not for battery life, but showing that Carmageddon has come to Android. Ahh the old memories of jumping the roofs and the carnage and buying voodoo graphics card to play this game back in 90s. :good::good:

Buying now :laugh:
[Galaxy S 4 General] DeathMetal King:
just bought an s4 :):)

now, after rooting, can i move apps also to sd card? do i need a rom?

i have a 32 gb class 10 sandisk sd

thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 General] clavicle:
Hi all friends out there with Indian marketed i9500 (I know this thread is for Indian GS4 ;)), has anyone of you been able to add Favourite programmes and favourite contacts widgets on their TW launcher home pages. The required apks are no doubt in the rom, but somehow these are not getting listed in the active widgets.
[Galaxy S 4 General] HS™:
Yes u can move app to sd card.... Use folder mount app from Play store no need to have Rom for that

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Yes i have redeemed for some amount there is still some left and u cant redeem that amount on Play Store it works only for samsung hub / samsung app store while purchashing u have to use payment method as that voucher u have it works just fine
[Galaxy S 4 General] jaidev.s:
is this a good deal? http://www.saholic.com/mobile-accessories/samsung-s4-protective-cover-ef-pi950bcegin-1007012

and how can i undervolt s4? will set cpu work?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
Went to shop, white pieces not in stock :(

Will buy tomorrow..
[Galaxy S 4 General] Paras Lehana:
You must have a look on the blue mercury covers I've been suggested by Funkym0nkey few posts back. He's also posted the images. They're cool and have a reasonable price.
[Galaxy S 4 General] rakeshishere:
Reading this makes me feel so silly. Moving apps to SD is so 2010 & reminds me of my Galaxy 551 which was a phone from gingerbread era where I used to do this for every damn app.

No idea what's wrong with Samsung by not making their flagship phone 32GB variant. Hope they seriously don't repeat the mistake with Note 3
[Galaxy S 4 General] aby2aby:
Is S4 9505 (Snapdragon 600) available in India?

Hi All,

Is S4 Snapdragon 600 version (9505) available for purchase in India?

Please comment,
[Galaxy S 4 General] Paras Lehana:
I don't think it is yet. But, you can get it through ebay assuming that you're okay with the warranty and service issues.

Personally, I recommend you getting the Octa-core version. The phone is just released and it's under development adding that Octa core processor has the maximum cpu potential out there.

Do some research before deciding between. Get what suites you. :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] bala_gamer:
custom kernel with undervolting not yet available, but expect persues with that option in few days
[Galaxy S 4 General] nielo360:
nova 3 cant install

Hi are any of you able to install nova 3? Its not on the play store but its available on the gameloft store for rs50 i9500 version. however when I click buy it says unable to detect phone number. Thanks for the help.
[Galaxy S 4 General] aby2aby:
S4 Nexus Edn ROM and Touchwiz ROM???

Thanks Paras. I need one more clarification.

I think Google Edition S4 is based on only Snapdragon 600(i9505). There is no Octa Google Edition coming, I suppose. I am not sure.

If i get a Snapdragon 600 S4 and root it, can i flash the Nexus edition ROM as well as Touchwiz one? Like, If i want to use Touchwiz back again while flashed with nexus edition rom?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Hotzigetty:
Maybe. The google edition is basically the US T-mobile s4.

Sent from Neptune
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
Yipee finally bought s4... :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] sasha007:
Will we get CynogenMod on our i9500 ?

What is this fuss about i9505 getting more ROM's ?

At present there are more no of ROM's for 9500 than 9505 ( Check development thread ) .

So can someone shed some light ?
[Galaxy S 4 General] hoezay:
any indian owners having reboots when you open the camera app ?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
Not yet...

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I have questions please tell me answers...

Q.1 How to make background system black to white.? Like in settings.. I saw some videos of s4 there was white background in gallery as well in settings...

Q.2 how to open developer settings?
[Galaxy S 4 General] rakeshishere:
No concrete info on this one. The S4 Google Edition will be available on play store from June 26th and you should know more by end of this month when people have it in their hands.

This is kinda like LG N4 & Optimus G scenario so any answer given right now is pure speculation or a wild guess based on a rumor
[Galaxy S 4 General] bala_gamer:
Black to white needs a mod, I don't think it's available yet.

Tap build number on about section 7 times to enable developer option
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
Just a question to those who purchased this phone on emi with hdfc bank account, what is the date to pay installment every month,?

Is it the same date of purchase or a specific date irrelevant or purchasing date?

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I am..

Here's a solution, try clearing some ram before opening camera app..

Apperantly camera app requires 200+ free ram and if you have opened many apps before opening it and amount of free ram is low, you'll get a reboot
[Galaxy S 4 General] HS™:
Ur EMi will depend on the billing cycle u have best way is check ur every month billing due date on the bill u get or simply call its call centre they will tell u exact date
[Galaxy S 4 General] Hotzigetty:
Yes

Sent from Neptune
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
My friend had reboot problem in camera,

I told him the solution after that he havent got reboot still,

I said these steps,

First. Scan ur sd card by card reader from pc*avira antivirus.. he got 2 virus, 1 from fruit ninja and another one is "Android trojon" some thing like that. .

Second remove unnecessary app from phone...

Third always clear ram before lock the device...

Forth remove fb messeger app,

Fivth. Homescreen should be 3..

M not sure this method will work for all..

But after applying these methods he haven't got reboot yet..

Really..

This method works for him, I dont know of it will not work for other...
[Galaxy S 4 General] seltaeb:
o_O - ok...........
[Galaxy S 4 General] cooldoc007:
waiting for ever for a 32gb version.. guess ll have to go with some other phone :(
[Galaxy S 4 General] vd1900:
I have this issue and its really frustrating.... Firstly it takes ages to open up the camera app.... Common I don't want to crib but spending 40K on this and wait for 2-4 second delay....

Just for comparison sake I am using iphone5 and htc one too both are extremely fast... Samsung just lags behind....

I hope they give urban update soon and resolve this random booting issue
[Galaxy S 4 General] coolraghav:
LIKE !

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as this phone is not india specific, this problem is being faced in many countries where samsung sell it. :good:

but that doesn't really mean you'll go to pakistani,middle east,brazillian threads and ask them too. :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] sebilrulz:
Yes.. I had the problem initially, but for some reason the problem has just disappeared.. it used to be there even after the firmware update. I also did a factory reset of the phone. The issue was still there.. only change I have done is to disable chaton.. after that the issue has not come back.. I dont think its related at all.. but issue hasn't occured in a while :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] jaidev.s:
New Gmail For Android v4.5 With

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[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
Is 42 degree celcius normal while charging?

My room temp is very hot...
[Galaxy S 4 General] rcarlossgs:
just in case you guys missed it

FAQ guide

http://www.sammobile.com/2013/06/03/time-to-answer-123-questions-about-the-galaxy-s4/
[Galaxy S 4 General] Mandeep148:
I have 2 questios...

Q.1 Why there is no animation during opening keyboard(arrive of keyboard)

Q.2 is the latest version of firmware is.

I9500XXUAMDK ??
[Galaxy S 4 General] nani67:
may be chaton V is keeping the camera busy, or the service required for camera is locked.

coz, in chaton u can click a pic n send it directly
[Galaxy S 4 General] sebilrulz:
And since only 3 people in the world use chaton, I wont be missing much :D
[Galaxy S 4 General] danveer:
1) It just pops up... There is no animation at all as in case it is with iphone. But does it really matter...??

2) yup for indian users its MDK, for some other markets it has reached ME1 and even ME2 but I don't really know about any changelog..:D

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Those poor 3 souls:(

Someone should tell them about whats app...;)
[Galaxy S 4 General] jithendra194:
Strange. It's been many days and still there's no update yet.
[Galaxy S 4 General] bryanfuryin22:
battery and overheating

Hi XDA,

I got my S4 9500 white a week ago and I have a very mixed review about the phone. First of all the phone is a monster when it comes to performance. I can play dark knight and modern combat 4 even when the power saving mode is on which was not possible in my good old S2. the graphics and display is better any mobile device on this earth and I think only note 3 will beat it when its out. the sensors and the features are awesome. Samsung has done a a great job creating a phone which is future proof in terms of performance and features. For people like me who change their device once is 2 yrs its a great phone For a year I hope there will be games and apps which will work on this phone without breaking a sweat. And I am sure Great Devs from XDA will work their magic on this device. I am patient enough to wait as i know that for S2 in the being there was not much development but after 6-7 months things changed for S2. I gave the device to my wife as I know the device will get support for few more years to come like HD2 and I love that phone.

Now not some good things about this phone is heating issue. On my S2 I have experienced heat levels which literally can fry baby's gentle skin but still i knew some of the issue was software related and the way thermal design of the hardware. On S4 in last one week I have seen heat up to 54 C which is not good as they should have improved in terms of thermal dispensing of the device and also hardware-software IO should be tested before launching the device. A common consumer should not suffer due to competition for the best mobile phone manufacturer in the bargain. I hope I dont have to send the phone for replacement will be testing it for two-three weeks more on stock only no rooting. The battery life is good. I will post the pictures. The phone charging is the fastest I have seen and that's too contributing the heating issue. I am just waiting for all the xda devs to start working on this device and soon we all can enjoy the best of galaxy S4 which is already a better mobile device