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[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UwaisHarthi:
need help

My device is stuck on boot logo.. can't be detected by odin to flash new roms.. & twrp zip file installation fails
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
My s4 Sometimes cause flickering of screen whether any app is running or not. .also after turning screen on after off , it got automatically fixes but it happens after sometime again..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] androidnandroid:
No its still there Samsung doesn't allow that.. Es the best for manager is of no use
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fits79:
So what is the meaning of that fix at release changelog?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] omaryahya97:
Hwy guys I received lollipop ota update but after flashing successfully I boot into lock screen then reboots again and again any help without losing data I appreciated

PS. I'm not rooted fully stock

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My phone is i9500
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] StuartTheFish:
It's not Samsung, it's android that stopped allowing writing to the external sd card. I can still write to my sd card fine, but I'm rooted and using a custom rom.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiloa:
[CM12][GT-i9505]No sound, cannot make calls

Hi,

I have a 1+ year old Samsung Galaxy S4 (I-9505) device, currently running the latest nightly of CM12. Prior to that I ran CM11 without any issues until at some point the device's sound stopped working - no earphone, speaker or even bluetooth; I can't point out exactly why or how this happened. Afterwards I tried wiping the device, returning to stock Samsung ROM, re-installing CM11 and CM12 multiple times, installing a new baseband, new Kernel, trying a few out-there ROMs like Slim, but without much success. Everything else on the device works fine (WiFi, BT, GPS, texts, apps, etc) - just no sound or calls.

Every now and then audio returns for about 2 minutes after I reboot, but it's very rare and I cannot reproduce or point the problem. I tried safe mode, going through the logs and anything else I could think of. I also cannot tell if it's hardware problem due to the occasional recovery.

Like I said, I'm out of ideas on how to fix this or verify it's indeed a hardware issue and simply dump the phone. I'm suspecting audio drivers, but don't know how to follow up on that.

I would really appreciate any help on how to either fix this problem or diagnose it and move on with my life. Thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mjrBud:
The headphone module is dirt cheap to buy and pretty simple to replace. I'd give that a shot before dumping the phone. Good luck.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dramadeur:
My laptop doesn't always connect to S4 via USB properly.

Often times it will show that S4 got connected, but it'd never bring up a new window with the S4's storages (internal / sd card).

It really pisses me off. This is on Windows 8.

When I use OS X and an application called "android file transfer" it always shows me the S4 storages, and I can access the files on my S4.

Does anyone know how to fix this? I tried removing drivers, but when I connect S4 via usb cable it gets connected as usual, and I guess the drivers are reinstalled immediately (from backup or something?).
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
i want to change the menu key behaviour. .as it shows prop box by tapping one time and tapping for a sec. Shows google app..i want to change it to recent by single tap like in other samsung devices...without root???

Anybody plzzz...
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiloa:
Thanks.

However, I'm not sure this is hardware related - how would I tackle this software-wise? E.g - make sure all the drivers are present, intact and functioning?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skipjacks:
Use Odin to restore to complete stock. It will wipe the entire phone and replace it with the original software. Including all drivers.

There are a hundred guides around here on how to use it.

If that doesnt work....its hardware failure.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MeltdownSpectre:
Flash back to stock ROM.

Update to the latest OB8 Modem and Bootloader (if you haven't already)

Do a hard reset.

Open up the *#0*# HW Test and see if the earpiece is working.

If yes, then good for you, if not, then either replace the part or dump the phone.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RaZaP:
Ressoruction Remix Rom

I have the model i9500 and I saw there is a rom called Ressoruction Remix.

Is there a version of this rom for my i9500? If so can you link me a guide, main thread.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nixon.itai:
root lollipop i9295?

Is there any root for i9295 lolipop?

Can i use the i9505 root for lollipop? Because these , i9295 and i9505 has the same hardware (exept camera).
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Plzzz..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
Yes there a version for i9500 Just search in s4 i9500 devolopment thread .too lazy now.Also it is made by Dev named kung fu monkey

Keep calm.Coz IPL 8 belongs to KKR

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No way to do it without root

Keep calm.Coz IPL 8 belongs to KKR
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samer menla:
Hey guys i have s4 and i want to change it

What u think nexus 5 or lenovo vibe x2?

Which one better at gaming etc?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jasonoddy:
Unable to re-disable an app on lollipop that I could disable on kitkat

Hi. After updating my galaxy s4 with ota lollipop I reenabled the Kids Mode app that I had disabled on kitkat. I am now unable to disable the app again. Is there any way around this other than reflashing kitkat via Odin and disabling it again. I am unrooted, on official 5.0.1 samsung galaxy s4 gt-i9505. I believe my device is the German csc as I always have some German apps install when I update/reset. Thankyou
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
DONT flash kitkat via odin again .if u do so your phone will hard brick and will be a waste.Dont know about kids mode as i have no kids maybe lol just kidding i never used that feature

Keep calm.Coz IPL 8 belongs to KKR
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] victorlee77:
Is there a way to root my s4 without a computer?

I am on the T-Mobile veriant running android 4.4.4.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FateDreadnaught:
So a while ago I tried to flash twrp custom recovery over cwm, and after doing so I've somehow ended up with two recoveries and whenever I boot into recovery mode it becomes a recovery mode boot loop which I can get out of. But I would like to be able to access some sort of recovery again, how would I go about trying to just have twrp? Attached is a screenshot, take attention to the bottom at which there is a list of installed recoveries.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
Wow weird.Flash whole firmware again via odin then ur recovery

Keep calm.Coz IPL 8 belongs to KKR
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FateDreadnaught:
If I flash the ROM I currently have will that keep everything or will it factory reset it? Also are there any other options apart from flashing my ROM again, I'm on Pacman all in one ROM 4.4.4 black power edition on the Samsung i9505 (jfltexx)
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] o8o.o0880o.o8o:
I'm having difficulty with a friends straight talk s4 (sm-s975l) on 4.3. He tried the custom recovery method but got stuck with TWRP's logo flashing on the screen. After a little research I saw that Phil's was working so I threw that on via Odin but after a clean install of a new ROM, it hangs on the ROM boot animation (not the 1st system animation). Frustrated, i SBF'd it via Odin 3.09 and the S975LUDUANB1_S975LTFNANB1_TFN.md5 which went just fine except its hanging at the tracfone boot animation now. I'm completely perplexed so any help would be great. Been sitting on the animation for over 45 min now.

*edit* clearing the factory recovery cache got it going.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ashwinmudigonda:
NK2 modem

I'm facing a ton of issues of losing network connectivity periodically. I am on Tmobile USA (GT-I9505G), running 5.0.1. My baseband version is : M919UVUEMK2.

I want to flash the NK2 radio to see if it improves issues, but I am unable to find it. Could someone point me to where a list of radios is, and any instructions I need to follow to flash it.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
How to activate trusted voice and face in official 5.0.1 update???
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xode:
Go to System Settings / Security / Smart Lock.... or try Looking HERE and HERE .....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Bro there is no smart lock in samsung roms. ..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justkta:
reading mode disappeared after upgrade to lollipop

Hy all , I recently updated to lollipop my s4 ( i9506) but now i have a problem i have installed this firmware : I9506XXUDOC5_I9506NEEDOC5_NEE on my phone and at first it was ok.... but .. i have made a full wipe on it and then i have observed that reading mode has vanished ( is not there anymore ) i even reinstall the firmware but without success .

Does anyone have a idea how to make it functional ???
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xode:
Must have.... check again....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
This?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
No smart lock here..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CarlM34:
Mmmmm ... Maybe it's only been activated/added in custom roms?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xode:
You need to have updated Google Play Services.... HERE ;)
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
I enabled it , firstly i use pattern code then in trust agent enable smart lock ..trusted features appear, i enabled trusted voice but it didnt unlock the phone...
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xode:
Hmmmm......here is workinh properly with "OK Google" in English...
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
When i say ok google in lock screen , it ipen google dialog box with miq button but after pressing back button there is a pattern lock...i think it is not recognising my voice ..i also retrain my device model but no unloack with ok google..
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xode:
Say "OK Google" and then "Open the Phone" .... try to play a little with words . ;)
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ms.journie:
So does anyone like lollipop?

I'm still on 4.4.2 kitkat.

I'm debating on upgrading. If I do I need to search for a new Rom.

My Rom is by ShoStock and I really enjoy his work.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FateDreadnaught:
So a while ago I tried to flash twrp custom recovery over cwm, and after doing so I've somehow ended up with two recoveries and whenever I boot into recovery mode it becomes a recovery mode boot loop which I can get out of. But I would like to be able to access some sort of recovery again, how would I go about trying to just have twrp? Attached is a screenshot, take attention to the bottom at which there is a list of installed recoveries. I would also prefer not having to flash over my current ROM, but if do, will that reset my settings, apps and so forth? If anyone can, can you give me a few options?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skipjacks:
Use ODIN.

Flash TWRP that way. IT's super easy and it will overwrite whatever recovery is in the way now.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Bro i tried this command but still no unlock....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kukai13:
help> s4 i9505 fast bat drain.

hi guys. Im having an issue with my battery life. Browsing and playing drains my bat from 100-0 just for 2-3hours. Even using the phone while charging drains my battery. Im using imperium v16.1 Rom with imperium kernel. All toggles are off bluetooth, wifi, location except data. My battery is not bloated and even tried the spinning test, it doesnt spin that much. do i need to replace my battery? help guys thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
I had this same issue , try to download latest google services from apkmirror..this will help you..hit smash button if i helped....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dandemonic:
You could have a look at this thread... http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2785128

It's specifically for troubleshooting battery issues, and the OP has multiple links to further useful info.

It would be a good idea to install BetterBatteryStats or Wakelock Detector from playstore, and check for wakelocks and battery draining services, as stock battery monitor (in settings) is not accurate.

Also you could try Galaxy Charging Current app from playstore to check your phone charger and charger cords are supplying correct output.

Best of luck :thumbup:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sarxes:
Hi everybody. I would like to ask that is possible to port the CM 12 keyboard to CM11 . It's possible ? It's enough to download only the rom and grab the apk and install it only ?

Thanks.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kukai13:
Thanks man.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Any news for 5.1 update for s4???
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
Currently running it[emoji4]
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] issammohmos:
hi fredz

i have galaxy s4 (I9500) RUNNING stock lollipop (5.0.1)

i wanna change my lock screen security to NONE

I cant do that cause its not existing

someone says i have to clear credentials but its grayed i cant delete them

some one help me

thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Predator Aaron:
If you're want to know New Samsung Update go to this website below

Eg. S4, S5, Note 3, Note 4, Galaxy Tablets

????????????

samsung(Dot)youmobile(Dot)org
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Custom rom... what about official??

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But no news for 5.1 update for any galaxy device except gs6...
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shiruuu.samad:
Custom ofcourse.Don't care of official as I told you before.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gildoniel:
Trouble with Persistent Memory (System?) Space

Hello everyone,

I am experiencing trouble with my i9505 again - when trying to update Apps I get a message that the operation is unsuccessful because there is no space left.

Looking at the mounts I see that there is 3,4 GB Internal and about 40 GB external space left. My guess is, that there is some small partition used for the system (or something) that is getting filled up.

I am on the latest CM (Nightly) build - but I guess that is not a problem.

I tried to format / empty all caches (read somewhere that this might be a cache problem) without any changes. Deleting like 10 Apps did not improve the situation either. I'm a bit at wits end here - if anyone has further ideas, please share!

Best regards,

Gildoniel
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ningeal:
I just recently updated my cyanogenmod from 12 to 12.1 and I now get spammed by error messages saying that Google app x has crashed, making my phone unusable. Dies anyone know the reason behind this?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skipjacks:
Sounds like the gapps aren't compatible.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

Not sure if it's exactly what you want, but CM keyboard is based on Google Keyboard, which you can download from HERE or HERE. I don't know if CM12 keyboard would work flawlessly on CM11, if you want I can try uploading the apk later.

Hi,

If you have encrypted your device or have set up a WiFi certificate (usually for WPA Enterprise login), then you can't disable security.

Hi,

Wait for it. When/IF it is announced, I'm pretty sure everyone (including you!) will know about it. Either on Android websites (like Android Central or Android Authority) or on XDA Portal, there are tons of places to search about it, and still no one said anything, so it's very likely no one of us will know. If you want to know that much, email Samsung. But as I said before, I wouldn't give much faith for a 5.1 update...

Hi,

Your device supposedly have 9GB for user in internal memory, the other ~6GB is used for system, cache, etc. When you say you have 3.4GB internal, do you mean free or total? If it's total, it seems there is something up with your partitioning, and you should try formatting data from recovery (beware! It will delete all your internal storage!). Also, keep in mind that some times when you have previously installed an app, you'll face this issue for not deleting .odex (I remember it happened to me long ago, not sure if this still happens), as you have root access (from CM) go to /data folder and check for it.

All the best,

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ningeal:
That's what I assumed too, so I flashed 12.1 gapps but it caused more errors than anything.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Annunneo:
Do a clean install of cm 12.1 and use the correct gapps.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Which rom is the best for daily use????except cm...gt19500
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thebestiam:
Loosing 1 percent every 5 minutes, is that normal? I'm running stock lollipop rom non rooted.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
No its not normal, in my case 1% takes 3 mins to drain...your battery life is awsm man..if 1% takes 5mins it means 100% will drain in 500mins ...awsm backup bro..:thumbup::thumbup:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thebestiam:
One more question, how hot does your phone get? Like usually on the top with normal usage, like emailing browsing YouTube. Like the cpu temp? Mine is 45 - 56 celcuis on normal usage. Just wondering if it's something to worry about.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] refaat_ibo:
my gt-i9500 stuck on boot animation

before few months i flashed the CM 12 lollipop on my i9500 it was perfect but today morning the phone suddenly restarted and then stucked on the boot animation, i tried to wipe the data and partition cache but the problem still there, then i flashed another rom and no results, then i tried to install the official Samsung stock firmware and unfortunately there is no result, it still stuck on the boot animation ... guys please help me :(
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
Try to disable all sensors like air gestures,smart stay,nfc ,s beam etc. Also enable power saving mode and use other launcher except touchwiz like nova....you will see that your phone will not heat at regular usage like youtube or browsing but it will sometime heats up while charging or playing heavy games.....heating is the first or last drawback of s4..forget it and enjoy your phone and life :thumbup::thumbup:

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Try to clear all data with cached and dalvik cache and then install your fav rom..again do all wipes after installing and try to run it ,,if problem stills there then change your recovery and do the same procedure again....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justkta:
Anyone? Not even a sugestion?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] refaat_ibo:
still not working

I've did all what you said and still not working....

I've even installed the official firmware and the problem still there ....
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

No one will know what's the best ROM for you, just try checking the threads and download which seems better.

Hi,

Seems normal to me, remember, battery life relies heavily on your usage!

And this seems normal too! As long as it's not lagging heavily or rebooting when overheating, nothing to worry :).

Hi,

This seems really weird, can you try flashing just the recovery and wiping system? Stock firmware should have done that, but as it's still not working... I guess it's a good call wipe all partitions, including and specially system.

Hi,

Try reflashing the firmware you installed, and is reading mode really that essential for you to go through all this trouble?

All the best,

~Lord

"This Story Ends Where It Began" - Octavarium (Dream Theater)

Sent from my GT-i9505
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justkta:
I have reflashed the Rome but it seams that has not resolved the problem so... I was thinking tat I can flash or install something like a sistem apk and resolve the problem... is not so essential but is something that I use to make reading more confor for eyes tax for the reply
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] X3NOM:
4.4 Update

I have a galaxy s4 that has no update of KitKat (4.4) available, I have tried it over Kies and the OTA but I can't get it. How do i get the update?

Model : GT-I9500

Android Version : 4.3

Baseband Version : I9500ZSUEMJ6
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] PUTZE3344:
Need original boot/system/kernel etc. image

Hey guys, I have a question: I have soft bricked my phone by editing build.prop. It stoped working when I deactivated the boot animation :crying: . I can use the Recovery Mode and i have the newest ClockworkMod installed. That´s why I ask, if anyone can send me a link with the official boot/system/kernel image, I havent found anything usefull in the internet. That i can restore to the official stock firmware. Besides: Odin doesn´t work in this case....(always FAIL Error).

Thanks in advance!

Best regards PUTZE3344!! :laugh:
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kat_vish:
Hello, I m on resurrection remix ROM. I have issues with virtual home back and app switcher buttons. It crops out my games and videos. Can anyone please help me.I want to remove them
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Razory:
Kootnsez Kernel

I have s4 i9500 + ROM Ressoruction Remix + Ktoonsez Kernel and my questions are:

I'm trying to use my KTweaker and most of the things doesnt even work...

Does the kernel should be matched to the rom or it doesn't matter?

Which kernel should go with Ressoruction Remix ROM? Which kernel you recommand ?

How can I switch kernel? or how can I fix mine?

Thx for helpers.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RatusNatus:
Try another Kernel by your version of android.

Intructions on kernel page. Check 9500 original android development forums.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Razory:
Does it comes with KTweaker aswell?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AakashKaushal98:
My battery backup is very very bad , 1% draining in aprox 1.5 mins ,plzzz help me..it is showing 4hrs left in 97% battery..:(
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sasuketobi:
Can someone please tell the code for S4 Indian version? Is it jflte or jjfltexx?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] raman99311:
s4 i 9505 problem after update

i have recently updated my s4 i9505 from 4.4 to lollipop 5.0..

i am facing problems after the update

problem 1. the gaming performance has decreased...now nfs most wanted, nba 2k14 , real racing 3 are lagging a lot

problem 2. the camera quality has decreased a lot...in 4.4, the picture was very colourfull and focused but not now.

problem 3. the battery backup has decreased a lot. now phone stands upto max 5 hours/

i have performed a clean install and tried to flash stock rom many times by doing wipe data and cache

please help me with this problems
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] raman99311:
someone please help me