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[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] gypsy214:
The new facebook phone looks like a launcher on top of android.

Looks really cool and it would be awesome if it can be ported over to our S3
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] G1-evolve:
I don't know how I would feel about Facebook being a launcher/phone having access to our entire phone..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] zander21510:
Can you say maximum bloatware? I think most people would find it annoying

Zuckerburg wants people to live and breathe Facebook 24/7. And minus teenage girls and attention whores...I'd say an app is just fine
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Towle:
It doesn't need to be ported. From what I understand it's exactly as you said, a launcher. It's going to be available for download from the Play Store.

Edit:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DigitalUnderground:
Facebook is the devil :banghead:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] md1008:
Not sure how better/worst fb is than Google just saying. Since many of us have Facebook installed anyway I am not sure how much worst a fb phone/launcher would be
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] zander21510:
Good point, though at least with Google I feel a little more in control of my information. Each app is by itself and asks permission to do something. At the same time it integrates nicely with everything. Google Now is very customizable and I have it tuned to just find certain info. Sometimes though, I wish I knew why Maps feels the need to access my GPS so often...but at least with that I can just shut my GPS off completely. Countless times I've opened up chat on facebook, and I always turn off the GPS function because honestly I don't need people to know exactly where I am just because I'm chatting with them. It always turns itself back on no matter how many times I change it to default OFF in the settings, and it always bugs me to turn my GPS on.

I always feel the need to check my privacy settings on Facebook since they have a bad habit of changing them and "accidentally" fixing my settings so more of my stuff is out there. I'm very reluctant to only share what I know I'm sharing, I approve every picture and post I'm tagged in or that has my name on it whatsoever. Honestly I don't trust Facebook more than I don't trust Google.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] mikereidis:
It might be a nice & cheap phone for custom ROMs. Never mind stock bloatware if the hardware is good.

If price/performance is good it could sell very well. H/W is HTC so quality is likely at least decent.

If that and the bootloader is unlockable, and the phone ROM'able, I'd expect to see custom ROMs getting built eventually.

EDIT: I see it's $450 off contract. There are probably better options in that price area IMO, such as an "old" Galaxy S3, if not now then soon.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] shahkam:
And guess what ? I've read that there will be ads all over that launcher/phone thanks god Adaway exists.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bikrame:
Facebook goes to our contact list anyway; it showed me option to add friend to a person who is on my contact on phone but not on facebook.

So it might do same on other side too. Its dangerous to all.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Orical:
It is a launcher but it will only work on 4.0 and up but its being released for a huge line of devices including mainly HTC and Samsung as they are the supporting companies. The lock screen features are cool I just wish it was for something other than Facebook.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] zul8er:
It will have ads also... Constantly polling with data... Goodbye battery.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] gypsy214:
It would have been a lot better if it was like a custom rom based of cm. like MIUI. but a Launcher really! Im also surprise that they dont have the N4 or the GNexus as their supported devices for the launcher and the icons doesnt seem to be vanilla JB but ICS. It would be a huge fail if they released this phone with ICS. Facebook app have bugs in it. Imagine having a phone that will run facebook home as default.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] shahkam:
You do realize gnex and nexus 4 is the "pure android experience" and addind that failbook launcher will just add bloat for something not worth it ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bikrame:
Isnt it supposed to release today ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Orical:
Yeah if it does.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Kevingutt:
It is a launcher lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] rener78:
Almost here but when I tap the checkbox brings me to Play store without finding anything, but chat heads does work.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] monkeypaws:
They haven't released fb home yet. Be patient.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] gypsy214:
It was the worst 5 minutes of my time when I was playing with it. But it would be nice to use it as a live wallpaper
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Towle:
It's like Cupcake all over again... Everything Android has become is gone with this launcher.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] iwillkillyou:
I tried it, I have to say it sucked ass. I don't understand all this hype for a piece of garbage.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] monkeypaws:
The most hillarious thing is that Facebook and htc spent money on a phone to overlay it and limit it with a launcher so simplistic and function specific. Yes I tried it but I need to be productive. In less than 5 minutes I was bored, needed to get to my calendar and phone to make a call. I text more than abuse Facebook messenger. People get confused when I message them that way. I think maybe tweens / teens or Facebook people would enjoy this vain type of service. I want to meet the guy who stamped the "approve" on this type of idea and slap him/her.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Towle:
I don't understand it either. It's revolving your entire phone around one app. The only thing I could see this being good for is a cheap $50 Facebook device for kids or people/companies who need to manage a Facebook page constantly.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bikrame:
There is nothing special !!! Its just a freaking launcher. Then why its so hyped like iphone 5 lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] monkeypaws:
Its the same like iPhone. People associate names and don't think. Same reason people keel forking out every year for a new iPhone. Facebook realized they BCan release garbage and people will eat it. We intelligent people are be coming a minority.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] daxecutioner24:
It is complete garbage, definitely not needed for a launcher. All you will see is a million photos of babies in different poses.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] skillz9669:
As a launcher it is weak and quite useless. I would however like to have it as as replacement lock screen since it has my profile pic as the button and the notifications look clean. I also like being able to sift through posts and reply on the fly. I doubt they will offer it for that use but that would be awesome since the android lock screen is currently pretty bland and leaves a lot to be desired.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Hellstyrant:
There you go, making sense....

But seriously, that would be a very good idea.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] flipq88:
Yeah Facebook home sucks ass. But the new messenger update with the chat heads is pretty sweet. Gonna give it a try as my main sms app
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] bikrame:
1) Its really show as a launcher too.

2) not easy access to your own profile even its your own fb

3) apps are hard to find. Go in slide on sides .

4) widgets @#%$& it feels like we are using iphone.

Deleted after a hour of playing and rated 1star on play store.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] reds28heem:
After using it for the whole day after installing it. Its seems to me also that it would be cool as a lock screen, but that's it. Love the chat heads though cool feature.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] shahkam:
I didn't get to use the official apk thus no lockscreen for me... However it's pretty interactive compared to that boring homescreen im used to..

Not sure how it plays whit battery yet everything seems normal..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Strat87:
Found a ported Facebook home for our SIII in the general android software development forum. Installed it an hour ago and think its pretty cool if u like facebook. It just a launcher but I think the lock screen is cooler then stock 4.1.1 screen I was running. It eats a lot of data though I wouldnt do it if you are not in 4G as it takes a while to load in 3/2G. It was a simple .apk file extracted from .rar took 5mins to set up. Well just my thoughts.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] monkeypaws:
Why would you go through the trouble if downloading a port when our phone is officially supported? Check the play store.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] shahkam:
Its not available for me in canada so maybe it isn't out for his country either
[Off-topic] jr866gooner:
Hello all,

So as the title says-upgrade time in around 4-5 months,its around this time i research and see what handset to go with but this time i may just do what i haven't done in over 6 years. I left 02 in 2006 for orange and might look at returning to 02 this year.

Firstly i wanted to get peoples opinion of 02- i haven't necessarily had a bad time with orange,they have in fact been ok.

I shall look to get a similar/better deal than i have now but I will obtain a pay and go sim and see what signal is like in the areas i live and work-one would guess i am not alone in doing this?

Secondly i have been thinking about getting an alternative handset to Samsung. I love my s2 don't get me wrong i thought that i would opt for an s3 without hesitating but something is telling me to change. I just don't know if i want to leave android yet. If i did it won't be for an i phone (too expensive) windows phones are not my cup of tea either but for some reason i am drawn to a blackberry. The new OS ICS its flaws but i see that it will only be time that they correct them.

Again i need to research what people like about the OS and the new z10 in particular.

I guess what draws me to this is the different OS and the new things to learn and get used to. Maybe 3 years or so of android is making of think to try something different? I went from a Nokia 5800 so android was fresh and clean and i am thankful for my zte blade arriving in my hands!

Maybe the change in network is also a need to leave orange before it gets stale, i mean its not like me staying with them is going to gain of lots of loyalty and a massive decrease in contract price etc. Who knows they may surprise me!

Do you all do this much research? Are you tied to a network because its easier to renew a contract? Do yo always stick to the same OS or do you take the plunge with something new?
[Off-topic] Faiz Malkani:
All I have to say is

Y U NO STOP BY ZTE BLADE FORUM :mad:
[Off-topic] matgras:
This thread is born to die

sony xperia ray

ics 4.0.4 rooted

stock rom
[Off-topic] Android Pizza:
Inb4l

Sent from my N4'd Moto Atrix HD
[Off-topic] conantroutman:
My boss has a z10, I haven't actually used it so won't comment on the OS but the device itself is really rather nice.

My upgrade is sure in a few weeks and I'm going for the note 2 I think. The S4 doesn't seem quite as appealing for some reason.

Sent From My Fingers To Your Face......
[Off-topic] mark manning:
Hey guys please use the thread we have dedicated for discussions like this in the general forum :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1620179

Sent from my Nexus⁴
[Gen8, Gen9, Gen10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Amadeus01:
Is it possible to create a special thread about the element tablets from Archos?

Otherwise its difficult to keep track of them.
[Gen8, Gen9, Gen10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dhigby:
I second your request. Archos has introduced a new line of Element tablets in March which do not use the OMAP processor and are in need of their own section. I have a rooting guide that I want to post for the Archos 80 Titanium that doesn't belong with any of the Gen 8, 9, or 10 sections.
[Gen8, Gen9, Gen10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fideliofidelio:
+1
[HTC EVO 3D] jlmancuso:
Well I guess I dont have much choice but to come back to xda even though I have some issues with the way some things are handled. Well onto the point here. I have ported over the B.A.K.E.D. Black Bean 6 over to the 3d and I am looking for a few people to help out on testing before I release this on the public. Also I am waiting on permission to port this so if you test for me please do not give the links to anyone else till permission has been granted.

I am also working on another rom for the 3vo. Anyone hear of CyanMobile? This is on heck of a feature packed rom. It has cm 7, 9, 10, and 10.1 features all packed into a gingerbread base. There is a port of it for the 3d already but the cameras do not work. I am going to fix the cameras and also port it over to the OG evo.
[HTC EVO 3D] ramjet73:
I'd be happy to help test your Baked BlackBean ROM. I found this version for the Nexus S. Is yours going to be based on 4.2.1 as well?

Is the port of CyanMobile for Evo 3D by sellers86 the one you are planning to fix? I've already done some testing with that.

ramjet73
[HTC EVO 3D] jlmancuso:
The baked I have right now is 4.1.2 based because I am not a fan of 4.2. Although that will also be ported later. And yes the cyanmobile I am working on is the same one you are talking about. Camera does not work in either port yet but I have only spent two days on the project so far. I will shoot you a link in a pm in a moment along with known issues.
[HTC EVO 3D] aqualls:
If it's CDMA, I'm game.

Sent from my SlimRom jb'd EVO 3D.
[HTC EVO 3D] jlmancuso:
Well you are in luck this is CDMA. I have finished the op so you can download it and let me know what you find.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] Some_dude36:
Can a phone repair shop increase the 16gb to 64 ? cause the 10-11 gb left over after system just isnt cuttin the muster
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] deeznutz1977:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2192122

Or http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2021049
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] Some_dude36:
cool thanks man . If anyone knows if upgrading the internal sd on the Note II is possible id still like to here but this will be a good temp fix . :good:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrbkkt1:
What is clogging up your memory? If you don't mind me asking.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] thedrmonkey:
For what you would pay to even get the 64gb memory module (if you could even find the correct one) and the labor you'd have to pay for someone to even consider doing the swap as well as taking a huge risk on it not being recognized because there could possibly be differences hard coded into the chipset and if the person doing it doesn't have the proper tools to solder the tiny connections. You might as well go buy a 64gb International version or suck it up and buy a bigger SD card and use the links to the apps provided above.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrbkkt1:
reason why I asked what is clogging up your memory, is because we can probably help you free up some of that memory. Post a screen shot of your memory page. I really doubt you have 16 gigs of apps, and even then it would be easier to root and move apps to sd.
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
HI... sorry my english first.

A few days ago I received my Optimus G e975. I bought it in USA by Ebay.

The problem has not anguage Spanish.

There is the possibility of being able to make changing the firmware.

I have little experience with Android.

Thanks for the help
[LG Optimus G (International)] d.terenzzo:
Mate, first of all, Welcome to our forum, please, take time to read the rules.

About your problem, long story to short, install an app called "more locate 2" or "locate select" and have fun.

If its do not solve your problem, come back.

Cheers!
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
Hi.. Thank you for your response and for the welcome.

That was the first choice, in fact I have it installed but do not put it completely in Spanish, Spanglish hehehehe ... not being in native Spanish I have problems with google now recognizes only a few things.
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
is possible to put a firmware to bring Spanish language?.

My phone is rooted, maybe you can get directly the language folder of another version of 975 that has english and put it in mine.
[LG Optimus G (International)] d.terenzzo:
Backup everything

Mate, in your case, its pretty easy...

Just update via LGSoftware, choice your country and language, customer support, recovery mode, LGE975 and follow the instruction on your screen...

good luck...
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
Thanks for your response...

I'm having a lot of problems .. I read many tutorials, downloaded KDZ_FW, B2C, Windows enabler ON, msxl.msi, etc ...and E97510C_00.kdz

to reach 15% always throws me the same error: The USB cable and your cellphone are not conected

:(

CORRECTION

--------------------

maybe it's more simple as I thought. I followed the steps you indicate, only with (LG Mobile Support tool). downloading the firmware now.

fingers crossed
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
It has not worked. I still have the same Firmware E97510F: (

There is another method?
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
I managed to put the E97510B Spain but when you start asking me for a code to enable storage.

????????????????????????? :((((( :((((
[LG Optimus G (International)] d.terenzzo:
What kind of code?
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
I dont know what code... The phone tell me a sim card pin... OK, But the next screen... only show the clock with the sound every secod. "clic" clic" clic" and a line to write a code for storage unlock.

I tested with: 1234, 0000, etc... but nothing happens
[LG Optimus G (International)] d.terenzzo:
You might be stuck in the setup wizard.

I've never heard about any code to mount or read/write a storage partition, I think you got a kind of problem that you shouldnt have.

Did you tried to install again?
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
No. .. heheheeh ... I have fear that the phone will not boot more. : ( I'd like to play it safe and know that I can put exactly firmware without spoiling.

The firm in question are this.

http://csmgdl.lgmobile.com/swdata/WD...E97510B_00.kdz From this formu list.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2093382 The other 2 say decompress error.

I donwnload now this

22 NEU/EUROPE OPEN	10B	LGE975	984.21 MB

From this.

http://lg-phone-firmware.com/index.php?id_mod=20

But now I'm scared, jajajajajajaaa

Same result, same screen.
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
Im so happy.... HARD RESET WAS THE SOLUTION!!
[LG Optimus G (International)] d.terenzzo:
Factory reset, may help you.

--------------------------------------

Never mind, I didn't see your last post.
[LG Optimus G (International)] antilys:
Exactly... Factory reset solve the problem.

Volme Down + Power button... :)

Thanks for the help.
[Android Software Development] solox:
I have not found any launcher or appdrawer that simly uses folder icons that is suitable (could choose custom) to the group. All/most launchers uses the iPhone app-miniatures-impossible to easily see-folderstyle. Also icons and foldericons are too small. So here is a suggestion.

3*4 big foldericons, e.x. social (phone, messaging, facebook), office (word, excel, etc), media (camera, pictures, musicplayers), tools, games, settings (settings apps, widgetsettings)

When a new app is installed, it is automatically asked in what folder to put it, or if create a new folder for it.

(I only found 3 icons in my example, and not very intuitive suitable icons, soo you have to imagine 3 more rows)
[Android Software Development] solox:
a extra feature: it could open up a cloud of widgets when sliding a foldericon. Example sliding the social icon pops up a circling cloud of facebook stats, tweets, messages, last phonecalls, and contacts. Or it pops up when simply clicking a icon, and further clicking on the widget opens the app.
[Android Software Development] GuyInTheCorner:
Sounds good :thumbup::D

Thanks don't hurt ya know?

HTC Desire HD (PACMan)

Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)

Sony Xperia Z (borrowed, rooted)
[Android Software Development] grislieber:
Wexler comes to mind...
[Android Software Development] solox:
With some work it could be done kind of, using SSLauncher: Only 2 pages. One page with informative widgets and hidden buttons to start shortcuts. One page with big folders 2*3 grid, when clicked they open folder showing app icons at normal size.

Minimal, non-distracting, fast. Screenshots below.
[Android Software Development] bluecarbon:
Sound almost exactly like folder organizer. You can have a scrollable folder on your home page(like the tools one in screen) or have icons like the those in the screen( tools games) when you click on the icon, you get an app drawer with only the apps you specified as that category. It also asks what you want to categorize an app as when you in install it, on a per app basis,
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
When booting up (by pressing power button, and when I connect it to charger it boots up by itself) the phone goes straight to CWM Recovery. I've tried everything, nothing works.

When in CWM everything seems to work fine: I can flash the ROM or do backup/restore.

I tried going back to stock - same problem. Can Not boot to OS.

PLEASE HELP!!!
[T-Mobile LG G2x] Pain-N-Panic:
Just to clarify on understanding your issue, when you boot up the phone by pressing only the power button your phone goes into cwm instead? While in cwm when you select reboot does is just stay in cwm? What version of cwm are you using? If I were in your shoes, I would reflash cwm with nvflash and go from there.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
Sounds like you need to NVFlash CWM.

Did you use ROM Manager to flash CWM?

Appears you flashed CWM to the boot partition, not the recovery partition, which can happen when you use ROM manager.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
The answer to all of these questions is "Yes"

The CWM Recovery I used is 5.0.2.0, but I tried other versions too, same results: reboot to Recovery just by pressing power or "reboot' from CWM.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
I used NVFlash.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
I would next than suggest using the scrubber/nullifier, followed by NV flashing the stock rescue package, than follow back up with NV flashing CWM and than your ROM.

This should rebuild all partitions and than rebuild from scratch.

This is the procedure I follow when I brick my phone. I can provide you with links if needed.

This is the only thing I would think to do if my device.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] mansa_noob:
Just use nvflash to push stock with CWM. Should work.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
I suppose I was being overly thorough. lol

:D
[T-Mobile LG G2x] mansa_noob:
No worries, but to re-partition right after a healthy dose of nullification is an overkill IMHO :D.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
Could you post the links where I can find all of these tools.

Thanks in advance.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
I found and used the nullifier, but it didn't help either. I used the file manager that comes with the nullifier, and for some reason the boot folder is empty even after I flash the ROM, and I also tried copy/paste the boot image from my backup folder to the root/boot folder.

I'm frustrated. Please HELP. any other suggestions.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
Lets try pushing back to completely stock and see if the phone works correctly under stock conditions.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=13154879
[T-Mobile LG G2x] Волк:
Try using the "ROM for recovery" have to run.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
this one: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=17258229 ?
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
That didn't work either.:crying::crying::crying:
[T-Mobile LG G2x] justjackyl:
Did NV Flash run with no errors and it still boots to CWM?

Last idea I have is Волк's suggestion, I multi quoted this thread so the link is right above this text.

Or try running LGs official update tool and see if it will run.
[T-Mobile LG G2x] NATA8986:
Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!!

NV Flash finally worked!!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!!