yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[LG Optimus G (International)] natalya:
Hi everyone,

I downloaded a leak kdz file of original firmware to Optimus G, but I have no idea how to extract the .kdz file, I really need some help :)

Anyone who know how to do this on Windows? :D

Thanks.

-Natalya
[Windows 8 General] SysAdmNj:
1. If Im running windows 7 64bit, can I upgrade to a windows 8 64bit right from windows 7 without having to format hard drive?

2. If so, can I create a restore point in windows 7 in case I want to go back once windows 8 is installed?

Any other suggestions would be appreciated.
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
For question 1, yes, this is what I did.

For question 2 I don't know.
[Windows 8 General] goldflame09:
yes you can. the installer will give you options on what you want to keep

no. you must create a restore image on an external hard drive if you want to return back to windows 7
[Windows 8 General] GoodDayToDie:
In-place upgrades are possible and are technically a supported scenario, but they are a *terrible* idea. They are, at best, going to save you a bit of time reinstalling apps (even though the install process itself takes vastly longer when doing an in-place upgrade, so I'm not sure it's a net positive even there). At worst, you'll end up with an unbootable system due to an unexpected driver incompatibility or something silly like that, lose all your data, and need to reformat and do a clean install anyhow. The usual result is somewhere in between; your system will be less stable than it should be, will take longer to boot up, some programs won't work after the upgrade and will need to be reinstalled anyhow, and at some point in the near-ish future (six months to two years) your systme will develop odd misbehaviors that will require you to effectively reinstall WIndows anyhow (that's what the refresh and reset operations in Win8 basically do, with or without preserving your files, respectively).

Also, if you opt for a clean install, you'll know you have a backup of all your data. That's pretty valuable. You can (and should; the bit about the upgrade failing and you losing access to your data was not a joke) make such a backup anyhow, of course.

As for being able to revert to Win7, the only way that'll happen is if you back up the whole system drive. Restore points don't work between major versions; if you do an in-place upgrade, you won't be able to downgrade it again short of restoring a backup or wiping the system and instally Win7 cleanly.
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
I only had the problem of a few games and visual studio needing a reinstall on my upgraded system. Not one of the other issues mentioned.

Oh, also had an issue where before the update it said my GPU drivers wouldn't work post upgrade, they did and as soon as I upgraded I was able to obtain native windows 8 drivers anyway. My integrated GPU was fine.
[Windows 8 General] lanman99:
Abomination is probably a bit harsh (i'm still working on that monster :) )

Don't get me wrong. I don't wan't to bash windows 8 for the sake of it. I just don't see a urgent reason to advise SysAdmNj to upgrade. Especially not an in-place upgrade. And i definitely agree that a clean install is the first choice to move to any new OS.

BUT surprisingly i pulled the same stunt growing from Vista to win7 on my Dell Studio 17 which went great. I had 1 issue with the on-board camera but other than that my notebook was running better, faster and more stable afterward and that was the primary reason why i tried it again with win7 to win8 on my lenovo. Still i got it working and at least it gave me valuable support experience and it's a dirty job but somebody... :D

Reason to try Metro is also based on my Idea to stay ahead of my Users. I think Metrostyle systems will be heading in our direction if we want it or not. It is to tempting for the marketing branches of our major OS vendors so i keep tinkering with it.

That "Back and Forth" simply lies in the program designs. It will just take me some time to get used to it, sorry but i'm old :o).

Some of my apps (namely Hotmail which became Outlook) are seamlessly integrated and as you already mentioned much better than before most others are still written for WinXP/Vista/7 and will bring you back to familiar havens. Internet is done by a heavily customized FF portable, so carefree covered.

My main critique boils down to System settings Metro style. A lot of settings, tools and tweaks which grew into supporters hands look castrated to fit the average users need. That really is annoying. It looks i have to brush up on system scripting skills to support my colleagues. Thought i could get away with less typing these days :crying:.

...and yes switching a self patched '74 Beetle engine in a 2013 Beamer won't make a Racing machine but it looks funny trying to get away with it :).
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
Right click the start icon on the desktop and there is a control panel link. Just the same as win7
[Windows 8 General] lanman99:
Yes if you are on your desktop. Starting up Metro won't give you that. You have to switch to your Desktop first. Or activate "All Apps" and sidescroll to Systemsettings. Besides it is not integrated which leads you again to your Desktop.

So System Settings = getting around Metro. The Settings Metro offers are still limited. Which IMHO is not a good way to do it. Yes it sounds nitpicking but if MS decides to get completely rid of our beloved Desktop, Metro is all you get.

But as i said, maybe just getting old...
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
On the metro start screen if you start typing it automatically fires up search. Type control and usually control panel is right there in front of you. Very quick and metro based.

But I agree, we could do with a native metro control panel.
[Windows 8 General] goldflame09:
In windows 8.2, there is supposed to be the Pc settings with more options like power options in it. This will not get rid of the desktop control panel though
[Windows 8 General] SysAdmNj:
Maybe I should have created a poll. Should I stay on windows 7 or upgrade? :D

I dont know now. I'm not crazy about windows 8. I'm fine on windows 7. Thing is most laptops come with windows 8 so I thought I might as well start familiarizing myself more. Although to be honest I think even if I was to buy a new laptop with windows 8, I would just clone that image and just restore a windows 7 image with all my apps etc. That or just change the hdd with mines :)

But thanks for all the insights.
[Windows 8 General] GoodDayToDie:
Win8 does perform better, and has some cool new features (built-in ISO mounting, for example, is long overdue). If you do what I do, and mostly treat it as Win7 that has one more slot on the Taskbar than normal, it's a great OS. There are some things that mildly bug me, like the removal of window border transparency, but that's hardly a big deal.

The Win+X menu (or right-click on Start) can be done from anywhere; you don't have to be on the Desktop already. Selecting the Control Panel from that menu will open up the Desktop-mode Control Panel whether you're in the Desktop, the Start screen, or some Metro app.
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
I actually prefer the lack of border transparency and the flat colours etc, guess that's just personal preference though.
[Windows 8 General] e.mote:
If you have a spare box--techies should always have a spare box--pop Win8 onto it to play around. If you're happy with Win7, I'd stick with that for your production box(es).

It's OK to skip Win8 (and 8.1). It's a transition rev, and biz won't migrate to it. There'll be more changes when Win9 rolls out next year, so even if you're set on sticking with Win, you can save half the work by jumping on Win9 then, because sure as heck you won't stay with 8.x when 9 is out.

Basically, if it's fun, then do it. If it's work, then don't.
[Windows 8 General] SixSixSevenSeven:
There hasn't even been so much as a hint from Microsoft that there will be a windows 9 any time soon. I think we're in for a few more years of updates yet, windows 8 can still be "fixed".
[Windows 8 General] GoodDayToDie:
Microsft stated - over a year ago, I think - that Windows was moving to an annual, smaller-releases cycle. Win8 and WP8 were the first OSed released after that announcement, with "Blue" for Windows and Windows Phone expected later this year (about one year after the W*8 releases). WP9-related job postings, referencing that OS by name/number, have already been posted on LinkedIn as well.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] shadeMe:
Hello! Hope this is the right place to post this thread.

Would someone know where I could find a tarball of the AOSP Jelly Bean source code? The 4.2.2_r1 tag would suffice. Alternatively, would someone be kind enough to compress and upload the same? I'd be ever so grateful.

I've been trying to get the repo tool to sync it, as it's the preferred method, for nearly a month now but in vain - The sync process invariably hangs up somewhere in the middle of the devices/samsung/manta repo. Restarting the sync operation always starts at 82% regardless of the progress made in any previous sessions. No amount of forcing (with the -f switch) helps :(

Thanks in advance.
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LukBoy99:
I have xxama3 .rooted through seeddroms method restored stock recovvery and official status through tysons method now 3 question

1-I can only find deodex for xxamb3 and xxall2 what about me.how to deodex xxama3 ksa?

2-I have officoal status but im rooted.i cant get the final update 4 our device 4.2 when its out and keep my root?

3-im from egypt unlocked factory phone.but im use ksa not egy firmwaee xause I bought from ksa.any problem?

Help me get a thanks ;)
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LukBoy99:
Bawmp
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mkruseonline:
What exactly do you try here ?
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LukBoy99:
HOW DO I DEODEX XXAMA3
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mkruseonline:
Shift Keys broken ?

Try the search function :

http://xdaforums.com/sitesearch.php?q=DEODEX

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1600805
[Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LukBoy99:
Thx bro
[MDA II, XDA II, 2060 General] Ryanmt:
I always thought that pda&go sims wouldnt let you use the xda on the net.. but i managed to get normal websites loading OK before. Now its not working, it connects ok but no webpages load :( any ideas?
[MDA II, XDA II, 2060 General] jpearsonhome:
The only website you can get on pay and go GPRS is www.o2.co.uk and collect your o2 pop3 email using the apn payandgo.o2.co.uk

if you use dial up (915000) you can get full internet but obviously slower and costs more (depending on your tariff)
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] scottypimpin636:
My GPS will not lock on at all. I just returned from Afghanistan so I haven't used the phone in quite some time.

I've tried GB, ICS and now a JB rom, all with proper modems but no luck. I've let GPS status run for 30min straight and it won't lock on.

Is there something I need to wipe to fix this? Any idea what's going on?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] leaderbuilder:
If you haven't flashed a Full One-Click JB (GB27) try that. I had issues with the early JB builds (even stock ones). The one-click - full wipe, got my GPS working after a long and aggrevating fight. (I acutally use my phone as, well a phone. And for GPS to get to my clients who phone me.)

I use the GPSstatus app to check lock - free in the market.

I posted something here that may help too.

Good luck and welcome home bro.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] scottypimpin636:
Thanks man, it's good to be back.

Oddly enough, i went for a drive and google maps eventually locked on. It seems to have fixed itself. :D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] nsxla:
Can you post the content of your gps file?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] leaderbuilder:
here's mine:

NTP_SERVER=0.us.pool.ntp.org

NTP_SERVER=1.north-america.pool.ntp.org

NTP_SERVER=2.north-america.pool.ntp.org

NTP_SERVER=3.north-america.pool.ntp.org

XTRA_SERVER_1=http://xtra2.gpsonextra.net/xtra.bin

XTRA_SERVER_2=http://xtra1.gpsonextra.net/xtra.bin

XTRA_SERVER_3=http://xtra3.gpsonextra.net/xtra.bin

DEBUG_LEVEL =0

INTERMEDIATE_POS=0

ACCURACY_THRES=0

REPORT_POSITION_USE_SUPL_REFLOC=1

ENABLE_WIPER=1

SUPL_HOST=supl.google.com

SUPL_PORT=7276

SUPL_NO_SECURE_PORT=7276

SUPL_SECURE_PORT=7276

CURRENT_CARRIER=common

DEFAULT_AGPS_ENABLE=TRUE

DEFAULT_SSL_ENABLE=FALSE

DEFAULT_USER_PLANE=TRUE
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] scottypimpin636:
I don't know how to but if you're willing to explain it I will.
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slackercow:
this is hit or miss: sending an MMS using the stock messaging app will sometimes show my sent MMS, and more often than not, not show the MMS. i only noticed when someone replied to one, and the MMS wasn't even in the thread.

gmail issue seems similar, but may be wholly unrelated. i was trying to attach pictures through gmail, and it kept showing my pics as there, but the thumbnails are different pics than the ones i have attached. ?!?!?!?!
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slackercow:
sending an MMS w/ accompanying text shows up in the texting threads. sending a picture w/out text does not show up in the thread
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] polish_pat:
This picture is worth 10000000000 words

Thank you Dan Rosenberg
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] HaruSoul:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2259589
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] borillako:
Is this for real? I really want to know because this is a very important fact in my decision to buy this phone or not...

Sent from my AT&T Samsung Galaxy SIII...if you were wondering...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] SysAdmNj:
Can you search and read the forum before you create repost threads.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Neozx25:
Thats a tmo s4 btw.

Sent from my Galaxy S4 on AT&T
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] ShotSkydiver:
Nice week-old bump...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] lessthanzach:
Joke I presume?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] wavrunrx:
tmo BL was never locked.

photo is an ATT gs4.

period.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] raqball:
:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Way to disrespect one of the most respected developers there is..

He said it was an AT&T S4 and his word is GOLD!

Your word on the other hand..... LOL
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] jcase:
Thats an AT&T S4 btw

Dan is legit
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] Dallenn:
So what does this mean for us all?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] burhanistan:
It means that custom recovery software can be installed, making it easier to flash non-stock ROMs, mainly. If you don't plan on doing so, then it won't mean much.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] afridiim:
Bought this leather pouch from eBay for Galaxy Tab 7.7 long ago, when I use to have 7.7. Yesterday when I received my Galaxy Note 8.0, I suddenly remembered about this old pouch. I am good in keeping stuff safe even if I am not using it. I found it after a little struggle, and straight took it to cobbler to modify it, I asked him to stich a little piece of additional Leather so my belt can go in it. It worked, a little weird, but innovative and easy to carry believe me.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] nymviper1126:
Please post pics
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] Thai Damen:
lol i thought this thread have pictures
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] HazMatic:
o_0?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] afridiim:
pictures of modified pouch

Previously had some problem when uploading images
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] afridiim:
Check now
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] nymviper1126:
Doesnt look great, but I really just need functionality. How does it feel resting on your belt? Do u think it feel different if it was horizontal?

I really wanna do this, but its borderline acceptable. I have many bankers, reporters etc ask me about my note (s), so I am really an ambassador, need to look sharp!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] afridiim:
Believe me it feels pleasent and after a while peoples starts acc3pting it. Well in my case i know at least 4 of the guys who use to make fun in the begining about this, has finally started usin it.

Well using horizintally is not a great idea, i tried its doesnt look good, keep it vertical and also pls dont stich the belt clipping leather exact in the middle of the poch, atleast leave 2 quarter of the pouch below the belt. Check the image
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] Thai Damen:
looks pretty nice, i think would look better if it is hook like pouch on side
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] janjannsen99:
You go out in public like that? For real?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] kable:
If anyone finds something like this online that attaches to a belt please post the info.

Thanks
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] afridiim:
Believe me i do and ppls appreciate as in real it doesnt look bad as it appears in image :)
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] TheNeighbor101:
I've been using a leg bag:

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and a military thigh bag:

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to to carry the Note 8 inside a personalized hidden book compartment:

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covered with a Starbucks planner hardened case:

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I use my Note 2 as my main communications device and take out my Note 8 when I need a bigger screen to sketch or read with.

I talk about this more in the Hidden Note 8 discussion on the accessories section.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] MISSDIVA:
That looks terrible;) seriously just get yourself a Manbag:D

sent from Miss Diva's LTE Note
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] kizipro57:
I've been on several several devices you've been making videos I saw it for everyone makes sense fun with kizi2.co.uk my friend .
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] Xiutehcuhtli:
The idea to cut out the pages of a notebook is brilliant. That is seriously my single favorite case I have seen thus far. Do you use any velcro or anything like that to keep the Note from sliding out, or to keep the cover in place or any other unforeseen travesty that I cannot think of currently?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] TheNeighbor101:
The planner cover has elastic strings along its interior vertical spine. You slide the back cover of the "notebook" to be attached to the planner cover.

View attachment 2067073

Just in luck that the planner cover is exact and I managed to find a notebook that was only 5mm taller than the Note 8, with a width of 10mm wider. I'm waiting on this heavy casing to integrate to a new hiding cover design in working on:

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Here's a review of it:

http://galaxynote8accessories.com/poetic-revolution-for-galaxy-note-8/

Still waiting for it in local market.

I found the perfect cover and plan to bond paper into a book for it.

I have seen a lot of nice folio covers for the Note 8, but I use what I made as this is more secure as it's inconspicuous.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] greg1806:
Wow, brilliant idea... really love this case :)
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) Accessories] pixel7474:
try a messenger bag?

Not sure about this. Looks heavy and uncomfortable. Is it secure and comfortable if you need to run?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] leime68:
Hello, I have a little question about NvFlash. So, I have all the Nvflash files, but can I restore them at any rom and bootloader?

Thanks is advance.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] chodaboy19:
I am not sure how to explain it exactly.

I turn off my phone and tap the screen (anywhere on the phone really) and I feel a spring-like vibration as if the vibrating motor is slightly loose. It feels like a light haptic feedback after effect.

Anyone else notice this?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] burningembers:
Same. It has done this for a couple phones I've owned. Has to do with the vibration setup, afaik.

Unless your vibration is actually malfunctioning, I'd say you're fine.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] alacrify:
I noticed it - I figured it was the accelerometer or the gyro - something in there has to be spring-mounted to detect motions. You might check out the iFixiIt teardown - they probably labeled it ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] hyelton:
I noticed it with 2 devices.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mangatparamveer:
Original post here...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=40782218

http://youtu.be/gRelLSb0vgw

I have tested on my zl, but sure that it will work on z also.

hey everyone, I found a way to bypass the lock screen and remove the password/ pin from the settings.

well, this i got to know accidently when i was trying to run a code on the phone.

hile i was searching on a sonymobile website, there came a code *#*#73556673#*#* to run the retail demo, after running the demo, my locked phone removed the pin and shown swipe unlock screen.

then i again locked it with password and then run the code from the locked screen through emergency calling number. after that i pressed the home button 2 times and my locked screen changed from password to swipe screen unlock.

NOTE that after pressing this code retail demo starts, and to stop that demo you have to run the code again....... if you want more help, then ask......

so this is easy way to unlock the Xperia zl, it must also work on Xperia z, if you have Z, then please share your views.

I think it is the best way to unlock the phone because it removes the password from settings. old trick was that to access the service menu through emergency number.........

my aim towards posting this trick was to show and tell SONY that they should look upon the security issues and improve the security for the upcoming updated of 4.2..........

please hit thanks if anybody was helped from this post
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Andrewtst:
Thanks for this code, I love the retail demo video. :)
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingsrook14:
Works on XZ too..

Thanks
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LitoNi:
Well I've removed the retail demo apk since day 1. So it doesn't seem to work for me. Just saying but good find.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demon2112:
Where can i find demo.apk. I activated ot once with the code and now every time i turn my screen off it starts playing :s helpp
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
Did you enter the code again to stop the demo, like it says in the OP?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LitoNi:
You need titanium backup to remove it. Just scroll through the list I forgot what it is called exactly, something demo, might be retail demo.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danw_oz:
Well that doesn't work on my Xperia Z, not stock ROM so I guess the app have been removed
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demon2112:
Omg so stupid. Didnt typed code again.now i did and worked,sorry folks for the panic
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mangatparamveer:
just press the code again, that will stop the demo...!
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mangatparamveer:
I have tested only on stock ROM. I will try to find some other trick later for other roms...
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bimlesh:
xperia c6602

not working in c6602
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
...

What do you expect? This thread is 8 months old.

The Z was still running Android 4.1 then. Sony fix this type of bug/exploit in new firmware updates.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mangatparamveer:
Nearly 20% people does not upgrade their phone's software, so this is for those.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kingvortex:
Yes, it will work for those that stay on old firmware, though I doubt 20% of XDA members with an Xperia Z are on 4.1.2, which is 3 major Android versions out of date. :D

I was simply responding to someone complaining it didn't work and explaining why. ;)
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mangatparamveer:
Its okay friend, and I am not complaining you, ;)

sent by Mangat from M2
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mmrozibul:
works on c6603 on android 4.4.2