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[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
Hi. Has advised in this thread I was told to share here my problem. Since I'm lazy, I won't write again about the issue, I'll just quote what I wrote in the other thread

What do you guys suggest?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chashmaa:
Thanks bro now link given cm12 based cynagomod custom ROM u fond.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thexfiles123:
Had the S4 for about a month and a half now, and my home button is getting a little bit wobbly, its quite annoying, it was quite firm when I first got it, is this normal?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
I can't tell you of it's normal, but the same thing happened to me. If you have a can of compressed air or an air compressor, try blowing some air in it. It should remove the dust under it and hopefully it will fit just fine.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rofern13:
weird problem on my s4

hey guys!!! i have problem with my "s4 i19505" .i bought it few days ago. it worked fine for some days and after that i got some weird problem. it was not able to read my sdcard and it wont boot up if the charge is more than 50%. also when i connect it to a charger it automatically goes off... after that i installed a custom rom . it gave the same problem again... :( plz help :(
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marionite:
Please help guys!
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] awyeahh1:
There is an app called "Swipe home button" try it and you wont ever need/want to use the home button again. :) I don't have any issues with my home button and still use this app coz I love it.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

No problems quoting your old post ;). I believe it is some problem with the ROM you are using, sometimes I had to do full battery charge cycles before it started working fine. To do it, follow these instructions:

Hi,

I'm using this ROM: http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4/i9505-orig-develop/rom-cyanogenmod-12-t2943934

Hi,

It's normal. I've heard of this happening from some friends. I recommend placing a Nav Bar. If you're on CyanogenMod it's in the Settings -> Buttons -> Enable Nav Bar, but if you're not, then check out this video: How to Install Navigation Bar on a Galaxy S4 (TouchWiz): http://youtu.be/mJAKAYILuFU

She explains nicely how to install a navbar on a TouchWiz ROM. If you have any questions about how to do it, do not hesitate to ask!

All the best,

~Lord

"And people think so supersonic and they make their bombs atomic" - Eagle Fly Free (Helloween)

Sent from my Nexus 10
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
Ok thanks. I'll try this out.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jeffrey.phil@gmail.com:
Somebody Please help Me

im using an indian galaxy s4 (gt-i9500) and all stock roms including the newly released russian, indian, chineese 5.0 versions work fine, but when i use a custom rom , any custom rom, cm11,cm12, i have network problems, ive tried all latest modems, as per links on posts, but still the network signal shows up for some time, calls and sms and data work, but then after some time no signal, removing the sim and battery and putting it back, works for a while but, signal again completely disappears after a bit! please help developers and users!

things ive tried

1)flash latest 5.0 modems

2)efs restore

3)different custom roms

all have the same problems, signal disappears after sometime, and is on and off, so cannot be used as a daily driver

Pls help
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

I ended up forgetting to mention in my other post, if that doesn't work, I believe it's better to check out another ROM.

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
I've tried different aosp based roms. I'll try a Samsung based one when lollipop will be available for my device.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxim009:
Please help

Root chekar : this GT-I9500 not rooted

My info : bootloader L720VPUEMJA

my Mobil looks like Galaxy s4 sprint but way in settings shows gt-i9500 model number

and its cdma and gsm unlocked I'm using it in my country

I just want know it's SPH-L720 SPRINT OR GT-I9500 BECAUSE IN NOTIFICATION center shows sprint and in settings about device model GT-I9500

Is there GT-I9500 SPRINT or just one model SPH-L720

and how can I updated it from 4.3 to 4.4 because there is no OTA updated in settings as shown in pictures I'm confused it's SPH-L720 OR GT-I9500
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sam142000:
I recently updated my S4 to Lolipop (Indian ROM). I want to know if I can flash CM11 over it, as there is currently no official CM12 for exynos variant.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] souler456:
Hi to all. I am planning to buy S4 GT-i9505 and I was wondering if what is the standard SoT of this phone when the phone is actively using (through games or surfing the web) with it's stock battery? Please be honest :p

I don't want to stick with only 2-3 hours SoT, since I'm already experiencing it with my currently old device, SGS2... And I'm sick of charging it 2-3 times a day... :(

:D :) ;) :good:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GusBH123:
I can get from 2 to 4 hours of SoT. But it not depends only on the screen. It will be related with apps running, how much CPU and GPU the app demands, and so on. So.... I all depends on settings and usage.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
4h on Cm 11 ROM.Better in stock..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sagar.sabhaya:
how to install stock rom via cwm recovery.

it is possible?

because my s4 not connect to pc .
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] caseyb487:
No it isnt possible you jave to reinstall the stock rom via odin with a pc. Feel free to message me if you need any help
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] juandejesusss:
Whats the difference between Russian and Indian Lollipop official stock ROM for I9500?? which is better??

I saw on a video on Indian ROM there was no interruption toggle on that ROM unlike Russian
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HectorAguirre:
Where can I find the forum for Samsung Galaxy S4 model SGH-I337M? It isn't the Canadian model. Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sam142000:
I recently updated my S4 to Lolipop (Indian ROM). I want to know if I can flash CM11(KitKat) over it, as there is currently no official CM12 for exynos variant.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

Would it be this one?

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-att

Hi,

From the forum "Android Forums" thread "Myths and Truths about KNOX":

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] raakool:
swap memory for s4.. i9500

Dear gurus,

I am currently using i9500 rooted, cynogenmod 12.

I am not able to create a swap with regular apps.

Are there any really effective aaps for creating swap.

Thanks,

R.P
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shammisachdeva:
Need GT i9500 custom kernal for android lollipop

hey guys just wanted to know if there are any custom kernals for my galaxy s4 i9500 ?? i m currently on android lollipop stock (5.0.1).......................................... actually i need custom kernal to set my se linux to permissive from enforcing .....i know there is a software called se linux changer but it doesn,t support devices with knox installed...............plz help .
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
You mean this app?

View attachment 3167594

I'm on Knox bootloader and works great...

Inviato dal mio GT-I9505 AICP 5.0.2
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

Maybe it doesn't support latest Knox update. [MENTION=5388717]shammisachdeva[/MENTION] I'm sorry but I don't know of a kernel so far that's available for the i9500 Touchwiz Lollipop. I suggest you waiting a bit more, as the new firmware version is quite new and the developers couldn't, probably, make something that's working fine out of it.

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pritish_kul2:
Any possible way to backup data without switching on phone..

My phone is in restart loop and I was thinking of doing factory reset via stock recovery..but have no backup of contacts/messages/app/app data... any way to back these up?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kushan02:
Okay so to do so you will need custom recovery.

Download it for your phone I prefer Philz touch

links here: I only have i9505's recovery, you can google for your phones model touch philz or cwm

i9505

Install the recovery via odin.

Then boot into recovery and do a full nandroid backup or a custom backup as you wish a custom backup of /data partititon is recomended.

You can now just do a factory reset but flashing the stock rom via odin is recommended. (you can download it from sammobile)

Now you will have a working phone.

Hope it helped.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pritish_kul2:
Got a link - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2280457

So basically, install this via stock recovery and make a custom backup?

Will App data be backed up or that'll be gone?

And after flashing stock rom, how do I restore the backup?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kushan02:
see I would suggest you make two backups one full backup and another /data backup

and yes all your apps+data will be backed up.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shammisachdeva:
yes this app ..............But this app doesnot work on a knox devices.............i have set it to permissive on my gt i9500 but it always goes back to enforcing automatically.................................Actually i want to install viper 4 android software on my phone but the problem is that viper 4 android at this time is incompatible with lollipop and can only be installed if se linux can be set to permissive which is not possible in phones which have knox...........another way is to install custom kernal for my phone which supports lollipop but i m unable to find any kernal.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sam142000:
Hi guys,

I'm on Lollipop India ROM Unrooted(Stock). Is there any step by step guide available how to root it and install CWM on it? I'm really confused by reading various threads on xda.

Thank You

P.s. AFAIK CF Autoroot currently supports rooting only 4.4.2 builds.

http://autoroot.chainfire.eu/
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kushan02:
no its not the case I am personally rooting it with cf-autorrot by flashing it with odin so you can go ahead with it.

link here
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sam142000:
What about CWM? How do I install that?

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=50230140&postcount=3

Can I flash this via Odin for CWM?

Edit: OK! I did all of the above including flashing the CWM. Now my phone isn't starting, I'm getting the messages of all the apps crashing on a blank screen.

Now I'm formatting it. Will it work?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kushan02:
I think you probably flashed wrong recovery flash the stock firware again and root it to come out of your problem.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FateDreadnaught:
Video playback after entering of incorrect pin

I was hoping that somehow when someone enters the incorrect pin on my phone that it would playback a video of Kevin Hart saying "mind your damn mother******* business bi**h" and to then go back to the lock screen. I have The Pacman all in 1 custom ROM Black Power Edition. Which means I have plenty of knowledge of experience on modifying my S4 (flashing, rooting etc). All I need are brief instructions on how to achieve this, I don't need to be told how to flash things or whatever. I was just generally unsure on how to search for such a thing, and when I attempted I found nothing. I f anyone could help I would be very grateful.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ookoro:
Total noob with broken screen and digitizer

I would like to control my phone from my laptop, I didn't activate debugging before the phone smashed. Please could someone help with step by step instructions on how to do this?

Thank you xxx
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

It is a funny request, I'll give you that, but if you can't find anything it's because I believe it's not yet implemented, that means, if you want it you would have to try doing it yourself. And I believe with our current lockscreen system it would not be possible, therefore you would need to develop a custom app for that task. Try checking this, if you're really interested in that you can try developing an app to do as such.

Also keep in mind I'm not even sure if current APIs would let you do that...

Good luck!

Hi,

When you mean smashed you mean you can't see the screen anymore or that the touch screen stopped working? If it's the latter I recommend you to get an USB OTG cable (you can find on eBay for less than 2$) and then plugging an USB mouse to it, that way you can control the device.

However, if you can't even see the screen and you want to (let's say) backup your data, then it gets harder, after all IIRC if you have set up a lockscreen you won't be able to mount your device so you can manipulate the data. In that case, I suggest you going to download mode using the hardware buttons (turn off [I suggest removing the battery to be sure it's really off in case you can't see the screen] - turn on while holding volume down button) and installing a custom recovery. Then you will boot in recovery using the hardware buttons again (turn off - turn on while holding volume up button) and with it on recovery (we will hope it is, if it's not then try again) you will plug and be able to use ADB.

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pritish_kul2:
Is this considered a boot loop?

I reach the lock screen , can use the phone for about 5-6 secs and then it restarts.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ookoro:
Thanks for the response.

Unfortunately I can't see the screen anymore. The lock screen isn't a problem as I can remotely unlock it from the Samsung website. :o what does IIRC mean? (total novice here) :-S

Will ADB work if debugging hasn't been enabled? How do I install custom recovery without being able to see anything?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zabest1:
s4 stock

I am trying to flash my s4 i9505 back to stock rom but when i open odin, click on the PDA button and open a file nothing shows up in the PDA box but the tick box is ticked

please help
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LUK3H4RR15:
Hey guys just a quick one..

I'm running TeamUB lollipop custom ROM, all is great except one thing, USB unmount is hiding!!!

I'm notified that the USB disk has been connected and can access its files, but the storage menu shows nothing of USB drives.

If anyone can tell me how to unmount I'd appreciate it as the TeamUB q&a thread seems to be lifeless at the moment.

LUK3H4RR15
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

IIRC means "If I recall correctly". Can you tell me what you want to do on your device when you mean "control from laptop"? If I understand it better I may be able to help you better ;).

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ookoro:
Lol I feel so dumb that I didn't know that. Basically I want to do this. I think it's called mirroring the screen or something? I want to be able to see my phone screen on my laptop so I can access the apps on there and even use the phone. If I can control it from my laptop I can wait till my contract runs out because getting a new one is like £300 and I don't have that lol.

Am I making any more sense?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Alfa_G:
I would like to update my bootloader to match my modem. Since it is the first time, what i must do besides flashing via odin?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

Yeah, I understood perfectly fine what you want... Well, what makes it harder is that your display is not working and you don't have Debugging enabled... The best option IMHO would be get a MHL cable and an USB OTG cable, that way you can plug it to a TV so you can see what's going on and use a mouse to control it. Then you can try using that tool you want to (after enabling USB Debugging of course).

Sorry but I'm out of ideas... I could suggest you to try doing it blindly, but it's quite hard.

Hi,

Why do you want to upgrade your bootloader in first place? Many users are still in the pre-KNOX bootloader and doing fine. If you persists wanting it I can guide you.

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
If you want to update your modem, you can still do it with the old bootloader ?

Inviato dal mio GT-I9505 AICP 5.0.2
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shammisachdeva:
Yes this app.......How did u get it working on knox ???? Plz explain me step by step ...thnx

---------- Post added at 07:18 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:13 AM ----------

ok thnx....i will wait...last question is Do u know any apps which r equivalent in sound quality compared to viper 4 android ??? i have tried few like dsp manager , audio fx , acid pro etc etc but they r not at all good ..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Parideboy:
I open the app and tap permissive. Done. At each reboot I have to repeat the operation.

Inviato dal mio GT-I9505 AICP 5.0.2
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tanay97:
How to get double tap lock and unlock of screen similar to G2/G3? Currently i'm on Ozcan 6.3 ROM(TW)
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shammisachdeva:
Any custom kernal for galaxy i9500 ??

Is there any custom kernal for i9500 exynos version which supports lollipop ?? I tried searching but couldn,t find anything...basically want to set se linux to permissive in knox .
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] darckshadow:
version, root, root progs, so many questions...

Hi Guys,

I am a Nbie and have a few Q's on SAMMobile.

I understand the firmware is ORG. but, here is the first Q:

1. my S4 baseband version is I9500XXUGNF6 and on SAMMobile there is a update for India but the version is PDA I9500XXUHOAA , CSC I9500ODDHOA2, MODEM I9500DDUHOA1, can I install this version on my S4?

2. does my device have to be rooted?

3. do those automatic root programs(oneclick/vroot)work? if so, which are the best programs to use? free?

thanks guys.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chashmaa:
Bro my s4 GT I9505 have flash with latest GPE 5.0.2 ROM.superb work but now my PC kies not detect.anyone help?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DarkerTimes:
Of course not, it's a non TW based custom rom
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chashmaa:
One more question bro

When I reboot my phone on the left top side appears this message

" kernel is not seandroid enforcing"

"Set warranty bit : kernel"

What it mean ?

And what I should do for this message?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DarkerTimes:
Why do you want to connect it worth Kies?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
It's normal and nothing to worry about. .....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hon3y:
Hey guy, i upgraded my Samsung galaxy s4 i9500 to lollipop 5.0.1

my question : is there a incoming call notification shows in heads up notification?

like stock android l do?

i looked at all settings but nothing is found.

is this possible To change incoming caller id screen to android l heads up notification..loke callbar maybe?

:confused:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

First I believe he is in an AOSP based Lollipop ROM, that means no new bootloader, and then he can still use that app. And sorry, but I don't know, I don't use these apps on my cellphone, I use only Poweramp equalizer.

Hi,

You can install the DoubleTapToSleep Xposed Module for the sleep, unfortunately I don't know about unlock..

Hi,

I believe you can install, I see no problems. No the device doesn't have to be rooted and to root I recommend using CF-AutoRoot, you can find it in the development section.

Hi,

That means you're running custom firmware, and as already answered that is normal and you should not worry ;).

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] arditpasha:
Galaxy S4 (GT-i9500) Sensors not working

I have upgraded software at Lolipop 5.0.1 and as it seems my Sensors are not working anymore. At Sensor TEST (*#0*#) all resulst are PASS. PROXIMITY Sensor 0.0 after motion its stays at 1.0 and the screen stays Green.

At Motions and Gestures

Air Gesture is - ON

Motion - ON

Palm Motion - ON

But non of them isn't working.I tried to go back at Android 4.4.2 but still not working.

Air Gesture ICON is not appearing on the statys bar.

Is there any solution for this ?

Please Help

For any solution write down at the comments or e-mail me at arditp93@gmail.com
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
Requires root but have a read through HERE
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hon3y:
Thanks for your response buddy, I'll try

haha i though samsung gives this feature inbuilt...anyways thanks bro:good:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Alfa_G:
I already have a knox-type bootloader. I just want to update it to avoid any compatibility issues with new roms:)
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

You don't need to worry, as long as the ROM developer doesn't request newer bootloader you can keep the one you're using currently ;). If you really want to update it, then you have to download the latest firmware (or the one you want the BL) for your device and flash it via Odin, stock ROMs come with Bootloader.

All the best,

~Lord

"And people think so supersonic and they make their bombs atomic" - Eagle Fly Free (Helloween)

Sent from my Nexus 10
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] faizkhwaja:
Hey I cannot update my s4 i9500 ota so can I flash the 5.0.1 official firmware through Odin . I am on custom ROM lidroid ROM will it brick my phone , or the Knox won't let it happen . I am confused help please
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] caseyb487:
You could flash the software through odin3, however samsung say the ota 5.0.1 update will be release at the end of February/early March for all s4 varients
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Naeem725:
HI

I have gt-i9500 i upgrade my phone to 5.0 after downgrade i lost imei number. now my phone have fake imei number

i don'thave backup of efs folder.

in servicemode it shows imei certi fail

what should i do
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] faizkhwaja:
My knox in s4 has tripped an i cannot go back to stock firmware through odin i tryed flashing the stock firmware from sammobile through odin of 4.4.2 on s4 but it got stuck on samsung logo an my ota says that i have modified softwate so i wont get the update of 5.0 ,will flashing 5.0 it through odin help
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
I assume you have downgraded via a custom ROM?

In the first instance you should try restoring your phone back to stock by flashing (via odin) latest firmware for your device.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
Are you getting a fail in odin? If so what is it.....If the odin flash is giving you a pass have you performed a Factory reset after the odin flash?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] faizkhwaja:
I didn't tryed what if i flash an every thing an then i get stuck on samsung logo with no TWRP or CWM what to do then ?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
Pull battery....leave for a minute or so....Replace battery.....And boot into Stock recovery and perform a factory reset
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] willblizzard27:
I'm using CM12-20150125-OPTIMIZED-jflte, works just fine.

But i have a question.

If i choose to update or change this ROM to another Custom rom.... it will be required a Wipe data/Factory reset? and re-install Gapps?

Or i can flash without lost my apps and informations?

Another thing...

If Sammy release your official rom 5.0 for gt-i9505... how install? Odin or Install ZIP? I changed my Recovery to CWM.. There is compatible with official rom?

Sorry for my bad english.. I'm Rusty/Brazilian... :o
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ookoro:
I've gotten the MHL cable and connected it to my TV screen showed perfectly, but I can't connect the USB OTG cable to the phone . Is there a way I can do this?