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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] andrewdelmundo:
I bought the regular flip cover, and exchanged it within an hour for the S View when I pulled my phone out to answer a call and realized how cumbersome it is to flip open the cover, answer, then close it to talk.

The stiffness of the hinge is starting to wear off as well, so the cover lays flush now. With time, I'm starting to love this case.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] timbadia:
Is there a way to customize the view that's visible when the cover is closed? Just curious if someone has found a way.

Also, I wonder if someone will eventually make a similar case with a cutout for the LED. I'm tempted to attempt punching a hole with a hole punch. Lol.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] lazaro17:
I'm sure once ROM development kicks into next gear we will see some customizations. Would love to see something interactive with maybe window view of locks screen widgets so that you can quickly swipe between information.

Sent from my SGH-M919
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Simply_Android:
i buy the best covers all for 3-6 usd. ill post pictures later, always buy from ebay
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] oxfordmark:
When i close the case, my screen goes off :(

Any soloution?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] flipq88:
Isn't that what it's supposed to do?

Sent from Flip's Galaxy S4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] oxfordmark:
I just found that out. I thought the screen stayed on all the time! :)

Durrrrr

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I got mine from http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140980817947

I havent had any calls yet! grrrr
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] oxfordmark:
If you fold the case back, does the screen go dark with just the clock showing?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] andrewdelmundo:
No. What sets off the clock is a magnet inside the cover that tells the phone that the cover is closed.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MadnessEvolved:
I have a Belkin version of the flip cover (AUD$20 cheaper at the time, but the price wasn't the reason I went for it) and I'm still working on a a way that I can answer the call without opening. It's not really that bad though, as I just open it up, swipe to answer, then close it. I love that i can now take a call without having face sweat on my screen.

Main reason I went the Belkin over getting a Samsung one was the backing case. I've been finding that the back of the case gets quite slick in my hands and I was easily dropping it when trying to reach to the far end of the screen. So I needed something with a bit more grip. If I got the S-Cover, then I'd have needed to get a cover for my case to provide grip. Just didn't see the point. So, I found this case and it has a grippy enough back. It's also just as thin as the Sammy ones, so it's still a thin and light phone.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Wizard220:
I really like my S View case. Yes the back is naked so I ordered a clear back shell for it and it also has bumper protection.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CB51D44/ref=pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1

I am going out this weekend to find a small hole punch I can use to punch a hole were the notification led is. I want the new hole to look nice so no regular hole will do. That is one thing that Samsung should have thought of.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] dacbeth:
Try Smart Answer Call Play Store
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Spud37:
I wish I had read this before. wasted money. I am now trying to look at screen protector and cases. Not sure what case or screen protector to go with. I think it is so over priced. I didn't realize the price until it was too late and already purchased. I thought it was fine, just because i thought it would be awesome. So yeah, if this was 10 or less, i would say sure why not. Its alright, but don't expect anything good. It does work to protect the screen.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Seronez:
i have the cover in use for 3 days now and it really bothers me that it isn't closing right, are they testing these things before releasing? i hope this will solve itself with time. other than that i like it :p

looking forward to customizing the little window and make it more interactive i hope some devs will work on it that'd be great

f.e. the window could turn on if there's a notification whatsoever in time intervals etc that would solve the led problem as well or like someone stated before swiping between several mini screens but as of now i doubt that something like this will come in the near future. sadly:(

and it is overprized i got mine for 28€ (36$) at amazon but i don't think it's too overprized to get a protection for the back i think the price will fall even further and if my back will scratch i just order a new one. a case for a case imho that's stupid xD
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] XTCrefugee:
This is exactly what I need, but I can't find anywhere that sells this in the UK - does anyone know of somewhere?

-edit- D'oh, there's a SPIGEN UK store on eBay :o
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pelikano78:
I bought one yesterday from amazon.uk. ..:)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] evoprime23:
i have one bought from ebay for pretty cheap and it works as you need it ... nothing wrong with it the flip case jst needs time to get used to the bending and size of the phone like any new flip case ... if you want to make it quicker best to get a lighter and heat up the corner side to soften it and then press it on a flat surface ... thats what i did and now it closes sweet :thumbsup:

might go look for carbon fibre skin to cover the back as it is a little bit more slippery than the original and will protect it from scratches and hide the finger print marks hehe
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Gibbs:
This is the best s view case I've found so far, and I've tried several:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CNU3H6O/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My problem with other cases is the lack of protection for the corners of the phone, and the unsecured flap opening. I use a case to protect the phone, and if I drop it, I want the corners covered, and the flap to stay in place. This phone does those things, and the s view feature works. I got another "s view case" that had a window, but no functionality for s view window! This case is inexpensive, and seems to have the best of all worlds. It also adds very little bulk to the phone. At least until something better comes along. :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Seronez:
I found an easy way to loosen up the material so that it closes right.

just take a hair dryer close the case and pull a little so its really tight on the edge

hold it in this position.

now direct the dryer on the edge for some seconds and rub your fingernail over the edge.

repeat that several times.

after that (it should now be quite hot) you should hold it in the tightened position and fixate it with something (e.g. i used a 0.2l glass coke bottle)

just put it on top and let it cool down for a while.

if you do this once a day for 2 or 3 days after that it'll close perfectly every time :good:

edit: you can also stretch it while its hot so you get this 1-2mm that are needed to close properly but be careful don't want to damage it xD
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] richs10:
I've been using the OEM S-View cover for about a week and like it a lot. I got it from Amazon for about $30.00. It does not offer a lot of protection but I don't think it was designed to do that. I really like the S-View window and the ability to answer the phone with one swipe across the window without opening the phone. Another good feature is that when you open the cover, it opens directly to your homepage.......No more lock screen. As far as the cover staying closed, the only problem I have is in the morning after taking the phone off the multimedia stand since the cover has been bent back all night. A few minutes laying on its face and it's good to go. Yes, the S4 WITH the S-View cover fits in the S3's multimedia dock ($22 from Amazon). I like not having to take a case off the phone every night.

I really wanted an S-View cover from Covert but they haven't released one yet. The Covert Low Profile PU leather cover was great on my S3. I may switch to that when and if it comes out for the added protection it offers.

Rich
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] trifthen:
It's all true. There are several things to about the s-view case that make it not ideal, but everyone's preferences differ. Here's my take:

Pros:

Doesn't add thickness because it replaces the stock battery cover.

Window makes it easy to perform several actions without activating the whole screen.

Protects the screen from damage while closed.

Makes the phone harder to drop.

Works with stock accessories such as the charging stand.

Cons:

Even after wearing in, the case doesn't always close properly.

Expensive! ($59.99 MSRP)

Partially obscures the camera when open.

Awkward to open one-handed.

Window smudges extremely easily. Smudges are difficult to clean.

Given all that, I actually like it. What we really need are premium quality battery door replacements that are more grippy rubberized plastic or have similar functionality to the flip cover but have a glass or better polycarb window. We should have a lot of choice in a few months.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] buggz2k:
Has anyone found a case that works WITH the S4 Flip Case?

I like my original S4 Flip Case, though, wanting one that has more protection also.

Is there an armored case that this would fit into?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] XTCrefugee:
The SPIGEN one has already been mentioned in this thread. I have one myself and would recommend it, it comes with a screen protector for the S-View window also: http://www.amazon.co.uk/SPIGEN-SGP-Galaxy-Samsung-SoftClear/dp/B00CB51EMA/
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] buggz2k:
Thanks, it looks as it protects the back, somewhat.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pelikano78:
I have one too. Unfortunately, it came with quite visible marks and it not adjusts perfectly to the phone. It could be better for the price. However, Amazon was great and refund me the money and didn't ask to send the case back.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] zplunk:
Thanks, this is not the first time I have heard that. If it ain't broke don't fix it right?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] baolongn:
Did you buy it directly from Samsung? Or was it from a vendor?

I'm looking at this right now but am skeptical

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BTCPHHY/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?qid=1370231131&sr=8-5&pi=SL75
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] androidskillz:
That case looks weird. There is a huge bump outwards on the flap
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] richs10:
I bought mine from Amazon. The supplier was Amazon, LLC. Price was $32.22 (with free shipping) but it seems to vary between $29 and $35 on different days. My order description link now defaults to some other supplier with a $9.00 price tag, but I suspect these may be knock-offs. The Amazon LLC option is still available in the links for other sellers.

I note that someone has just posted a video in the Accessories section which shows his cover causes the phone to go into S-View mode when it is folded back on the phone. He said he got it on ebay. Mine does not do that. (The video also shows "Samsung" printed on the front of the cover which I do not have on mine)

Rich
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] bayniner:
i just picked one up last night and personally love it so far looks nice doesnt add bulk and protects the screen so no need for a screen protector, that being said i would never pay $59.99 for it
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MMakoto:
so i just got this cover earlier today, liking it so far. has there been any reports of battery drain while using this case? i lost a significant amount of battery for the past few hours while doing almost nothing, except to try to flip on and off the cover a few times.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] XTCrefugee:
I might be wrong, but when I had the option selected to not lock the screen with the S-View attached (so the phone is always unlocked when the flap is open) I also had above normal battery drain - this may prevent the phone from entering deep sleep? I turned off that option in the Accessory settings and I think my battery has been lasting longer. I've not done a proper test to confirm though.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] midtown2:
I have done it by myself

Hi guys,

I have bought this chinese case, called nillkin. just a white case with no s-view hole on the screen. while i was using it, i noticed that it unlocks the screen when you open the case, so i made a cut on the front. Still WIP, but i like it, it costed me only 2$, so I cant complain.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] rohan999:
i want to clarify one thing to all.

If you got the s-view cover at a really cheap price, that means its fake, i.e not original samsung.

I first bought the s-view cover for Rs1000 (20$) and it it did not close properly. Then i ordered one from samsung's estore (Rs 2500) and it fitted perfectly.

I have seen many s-view covers online for sale (new ) at a very cheap price but they are indeed fake even if samsung is printed on them.

You've got a fake one buddy.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bones718:
is the function a big step up from a ps3 / sixaxis setup?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] majorbgss:
For me, the dualshock is the best controller ever designed for console. This moga is probably just a downgrade.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] raduque:
I'm the exact opposite. The Dualshock line of controllers is the worst ever for my hands. 15-20 minutes of gameplay and my hands cramp - I can play on the Xbox360 for hours. My PS3 mostly gathers dust because of it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] lanwarrior:
For games designed with the Pivot app (Moga own's app), it work flawlessly.

But for non-PIvot app, how exactly do I get this to work? The Moga Pro have an HID mode (switch from A - Pivot mode - to B - HID mode) but if I started, connected to my phone and run Modern Combat 3 - the game did not recognize it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
You probably need to use MOGA Universal Driver app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...YsIm5ldC5vYnNpZGlhbnguYW5kcm9pZC5tb2dhaW1lIl0.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] marvelspires:
a friend of mine went to the U.S. and asked her to bring me one. The ps3 I played was very good, the problem is to support the cell. Gameklip wore, but then I changed my phone and it was useless. And it was annoying to get the phone cover to put on it. In moga can put the phone directly with cape and all. I think it will be WELL better.
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RayYung:
Hey,

Anyone know how to change the resolution of the photo taken by ONE's camera?

I don't need such high resolution.....
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] born_fisherman:
You could use a 3rd party app - camera fx is nice.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sedde:
Unlike people in here that say that there is no sim slot, there is but it doesnt read the sim card. Will it be able to be a real phone ever?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] oliver005:
So you stole the DEMO version of the phone and trying to use it like a normal one?

The answer to your question is 99.9% no.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sedde:
Yes dude, i stole it. It was sent to me by samsung at a price of 0.01€ to put in the front of my mobiles shop. I was asking purely on a developing angle.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wardy01:
No.... you will need sammy to install what they need to.

Why would they let demonunits be so cheao and give the opp to easily make them work . Ppl would get them left right and cente like you and start using them as real units. And potentially selling on for profits.

You dont need a working model to dev for im sure....
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] mainstang:
Does anyone know how to get the 4.2 android keyboard to work with the stock email app. The enter button doesn't work when composing an email.

I'm currently using MOAR ROM.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] kambrose88:
Go to settings....about phone and then tap build 7 times....done.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 General] mcmb03:
not really development... sure some may not know how to do this but I personally think this should go in general or a different sub forum
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
I'm using d latest PAC rom everything is working fine.. But d crt animation isn't showing up.. N evn d dock insert sound.. Previously b4 421 build it used to work.. But for tat build formatted everything for a clean install.. But it didn't show up.. So I went back to d previous build, now it won't show up in tat also.. I don't knw wt d prob is.. Some one help me.. N I've nt installed any other kernel.. I'm using Blackhawk which comes with this rom...

The problem is solved.. Just install the latest next kernel and then in build prop edit ro.sf.hwrotation=270 to 0...

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[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skazzy3:
If its not a real "issue" don't bother posting.
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
Well... It's imp..

Tats more than a real issue to me... So pls help me out... I love d crt animation... :(
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BADDINOROX99:
my CRT doesn't work either.....its no big deal they'll update with a fix for that later
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skazzy3:
Use blackhawk kernel 1.4.1 here.http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2285366
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
Didn't work

Thank u mate... I tried it... But no luck... :'(

U tried it...? Is it working for u..?

I didn't try d nooc version though...
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skazzy3:
Read end of second post.
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
I read the second post.. It says untested CRT off animation support.. Is it really working or is it just me..??
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skazzy3:
I said END of it.

Find the flashable zip at the end of the post.
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kaidroid231178:
can't see external sd card

I can't see any external sd card folder in my file explorer since i flash pac rom with Halo thing,anyone can help me how to view my sd card again..

Pleaseee,really need your help:D
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
Flashed blackhawk-next-cm-exfat-vold.zip but no luck...
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skazzy3:
Well one more post and you can post in the thread itself!
[Galaxy Tab 2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeetherocker:
Lol... Yeah.. :p
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Cusa:
I've tried so many times but have been rejected every time. Anyone been able to successfully get an early upgrade?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] its_dale:
I did.. was eligible for full next april (2014), got the early upgrade $199.99 for phone plus $250.. they threw in a Beats PIll and phone case too. Im grandfathered into unlimited so i didnt care that i had to extend an extra year
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] lorijuan1024:
i last early upgraded to iphone 5 in november and i was eligible for a full upgrade yesterday over the phone after a few threats of going to tmobile. maybe its because i have a premier acct? idk but it works every time a new phone i want comes out
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Cusa:
It would have been nice if they had given it to you for just $200 and not another $250 on top.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] animeware:
I got an early upgrade was because my last phone lag and out of date software it was Samsung Galaxy Note 1 I upgraded to Galaxy S4....
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] hyelton:
I upgraded in December 14th, And Upgraded again Yesterday:) Took about 6 or 7 phone calls and them sending a few Note 2 replacements :) haha. But got it for $213 after TAx
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Cusa:
Wow, that's not even close to a year of usage and you got an early upgrade. What did you tell them? Nice.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] hyelton:
no Service issues. Which was mostly true though. Several Note 2 replacements and SAME issue kept happening:( Was not a network issue as did not happen on any other device I stuck my sim in. I think it had to do with the area and the phone not liking how it kept wanting to connect to LTE
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] RMXO:
I tried a few days ago by calling in but they wouldn't budge for me, my contract ends in Jun 2013. I just did a test call to my nearest ATT Company store & mentioned that I'm thinking of leaving to TMO if I wasn't able to get an early upgrade for $199. They basic said ok cya in not so many words but would be willing to do an early upgrade for $499. Very disappointed with this but their lost. I;ll try calling AT&T in a few days when I make up my mind in staying if I plan to stay with AT&T to see if I can get an early upgrade. I'll give it a few tries before giving up if they turn me down.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Cusa:
I think it depends on who speak with. There are some nice people who have no issues with giving early upgrades and then there are those who just don't care. Keep trying! It's been a year since I got my s3 and I want to get the s4 and I hope they give it to me.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] RMXO:
So true on who it depends you talk to & hope you get your upgrade.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] j510:
Hey be patient. You cant always get your way. They gave you a date which is one month away. Are you going to leave every carrier that doesnt give you your way? Geez. Good luck in life with that kind of mindset.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] geoldr:
My upgrade was supposed to be this September. But I got it for $199 at the store on launch.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] cdromo90:
I did. I've been eligible since January. Opened contract march of 2012. But after some bad customer service I'm getting my s4 delivered tomorrow free of charge. (:

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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] RMXO:
Seriously, what does life have to do with this?

anyways, If they don't want to give in to a loyal long term customer in good standing then so be it. I will leave any carrier if I find one that is cheaper for me & family & has better things to offer.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] ogxku5h:
Jeez u want to leave att because they won't give u an early upgrade? Lmao
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Cusa:
I'm jealous. Enjoy your new phone!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Suprasb:
Walmart ATT mobility center moved my upgrade date from May 4th, to May 1st (today) and I got mine. Loving it so far. Can't complain about $168 at wally world!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] lathamc:
I switched to AT&T from Sprint back on December 31, 2012. I got the Galaxy S III and last month I was having issues with making calls and getting GPS signal. After the troubleshooting failed, they went ahead and did a warranty replacement. When I got the refurbished phone, I told them that I wasn't going to accept it because someone returned the phone for a reason (and not to mention I hate the idea of refurbished phones as a consumer). After being transferred to several agents, one guy said he would send me a brand new Galaxy S III (unopened). In addition, he let me get an early upgrade to the S4. I will be selling me unopened Galaxy S III on Craigslist to make up the money that I spent on the S4 (not to mention a little profit).
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] DJsCrIBbLe:
Personally ill buy refurb over anything in most cases. Reason being most consumer electronics companies hand inspect/ fix returned devices broken or not! Meaning better quality control vs buying your new s4 of the assembly line which may or may have not been checked by a real human.. Think about it. Even though usually buying refurb results in worse warranty though..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] j510:
True. But you will never know the previous owner or what its been through. I rather have a brand new phone rather than one filled with someone's earwax and otherbody fluids