yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbeezie:
... fastboot oem unlock

... done.

though if you mean unlocked SIM... the Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 (3G), were never sim-locked to begin with. Just swap with a different carrier's sim and be done with it.

And as far as why they're so expensive, because the expensive price is their normal price, the reduced cost is the subsidized price with most carriers, and they usually want to pay up front if you want it unlocked since you might switch carriers with an unlocked phone. (which is also the reason why carriers that do offer the Nexus 4 such as T-Mobile no longer allow monthly payments on it, it's all up front, or as an upgrade an existing line if you've been a customer for a while).

Edit: The only exception to this seems to be the Nexus devices. a Nexus 4 16GB direct from google is about 350$ , but the same from T-Mobile is a little over 400$ (but those who been T-Mobile customers for a while could pay 17/month on it, as opposed to dumping down 350 all at once, so kind of a 60$ interest on a loan).
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] scream4cheese:
Why are you using caps?

The Nexus 4 probably is out of your budget maybe that's why you're saying it's expensive. The Nexus 4 is relativity inexpensive. This was actually the cheapest high end unlock device when it first came out.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbeezie:
It's probably the cheapest line of "Unlocked" devices out there :P 299$ for 'full price' unlocked, no-contract and everything? That's the same price as most carrier-locked phones with contracts :P
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
No No. Nexus 4 has a very good price for an unlocked phone from Google. I was really directing that comment to phones like the Galaxy S4 or the HTC One. I just don't understand why those high-end phones are over $600 unlocked and why the Nexus 4(being a very high-end phone if I say so myself) is under $350.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Johmama:
Those other phones are so expensive because the companies know people will pay that price for them, they have no incentive to bring the price down.

The Nexus 4 is so cheap because Google is selling them not to make a profit, but to promote development on Android, and to help further Android in general.

My advice is to get it now. It's $350, a pittance in terms of high-end smartphones. The community is extremely helpful (mainly XDA), you get a phone with all the wrinkles ironed out (hardware revisions), you get a guaranteed price of $350 instead of a POSSIBLE price of the next one, and you get it now, instead of 6 months down the road.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] calanizzle:
Wait for the Moto X!
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Ok. Thank You. I guess that's what I will do. Now is the question of whether I should get the 8 GB Nexus 4 or the 16 GB Nexus 4. I am planning to root and install a custom ROM(probably XENON HD ROM for Android 4.2.2, unless I find a better one), and install maybe 50 apps at the most. I am not a heavy gamer on mobile but I occasionally do play Angry Birds or Cut the Rope or Dead Trigger. I am not going to have any music on the device, I'll just listen to my music with Pandora. Now which capacity Nexus should I get?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
Having bought the 16gb version myself, I'd recommend it. You only have 13 'usable" gbs of free space, and then if you want to install custom roms, that will mean backups, and such take a lot of space. Besides, a little free space is always valuable. Especially if you change your mind and want to install some new things on it.

Take in mind that it's NOT upgradable.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] illgodson:
I was under the impression that the Moto X phone was gonna be a mid range phone anyway...and I could have swore it was a carrier phone. I never really understood the hype over it.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Ok so I get 13 GB of usable space. Let's say 3 GB goes into just backups and 5GB goes into just apps and games. I guess 5 GB of extra space is alright for me. Ok. I'll get the 16 GB Nexus. Also does anybody know of any ROMS that have ALOT of customization. I picked Xenon HD as my ROM of choice to flash when I get my Nexus 4 because it has plenty of customization. Is there any ROMS that have more?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbeezie:
Xenon is in many ways based off slim (many of the code such as Dark XenonHD is from slims code, thus why you use slim gapps with it.)

If you want allllllll the bells and whistles something like paranoid android would do it.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Ok I guess I'll try out Paranoid Android. Now considering the Nexus 4 battery Life and how it's not THAT great but not THAT bad, do you think I should put another Kernel on it or keep the stock Android Kernel?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbeezie:
Francos or bricked will likely give you better battery life than stock kernel. I use bricked personally (note signature).
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] machoman1337:
Unlocked phones are not more or less expensive than locked phones, if you are referring to SIM lock. The "free" phone AT&T gives you on a contract forces you to subscribe to an expensive monthly plan with a data package (which you said you don't want). Think of it over the long term.

Let's say the cheapest talk/text-only plan available is $20/month. If I buy a $350 nexus 4 and use it with that plan over 2 years, I'm spending $350+$480 = $830. If I buy some "free" phone that forces me to subscribe to a $50/month plan with data, then the cost over 2 years is $1,200. Which do you think is cheaper?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Yes, you are right but what I am saying is that the only phone that is unlocked and under $400 is the Nexus 4 and the other phones are over $600 and what if you calculate that then a $700 phone(Galaxy S4) + $50 a month plan. That's $1800 for 2 years. Actually I'm sorry, that's not too bad lol.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
That's why buying phones under contract is only an illusion of getting it cheaper. You pay wayyy more than the phone's original price at the end.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Ok so lets say I do get a plan for my Nexus 4. What do you think the best plan is for a Nexus 4?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
I guess I can't help you there, I'm living in France and nowadays a plan with unlimited calls/SMS/MMS and 3gb of data costs only 20 € (without any phone included)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Wow, that is cheap! Over here in the US, 20 € would be about $27. Over here plans similar to that cost about $60(45 €). Ok, well thanks for your help anyways
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
Yeah, thanks to a new phone contractor called Free Mobile, else, prices would be even higher than in USA :/
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Oh ok. Do you think Free Mobile will ever come to USA and you said you get 3 GB of data. Is it 4G?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
Not quite yet. 4G is still deploying here, but operators don't give it with contracts this cheap. Still, with that contract, you get H+ (42mbps) so it's not that low either.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Wow 42mbps is not bad at all and HSPA+ is actually very comparable to 4G.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Demonseye:
Well, it's half 4G's speed, but still it's way enough to check mails, stream some youtube vids, and stuff. My current contract doesn't include H+, so I'm stuck with 3G+ (7mbps)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
oh wow haha!
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] machoman1337:
Assuming you live in the US, I would say that T-Mobile USA's $30/month plan (100 min, unlimited SMS, and unlimited data throttled after 5 GB) is the best. Even though you don't need data, it's great bang for the buck. If you prefer pay-per-use billing, their $3/day plan is good too (unlimited calling, SMS, and unlimited data throttled after 200 MB). I myself use the $3/day plan when I cross the border.

Stay the f*** away from AT&T lol (they overcharge and have s*** service).
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxell505:
Yah I heard about the T-Mobile plan. I guess I'll try it out and just use VOIP to make use of the 5 GB of 4G data. Ok thanks and I see that ALOT of people are using Nexus 4's on this forum. I guess it is very popular between the experts since it's stock Android and very easy to root.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ayo234:
The nexus 4 is the cheapest unlocked device toy will find. It is heavily subsidized for devs and that why the price is low.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Beerad875:
Don't ask questions. Buy it
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mach1man:
Ok so I plan on rooting my phone tomorrow and I have a few quick questions.

1. I downloaded all the files needed and im wondering do I need to unzip them, and by that I mean odin and motochopper.

2. Should I run a md5 checker on the kernels I downloaded?

3. This pertains to the md5. My kernel files say .tar.tar not .tar.md5 how do I fix this?? This got me when I tried to root my s3 and bricked it. Ive got a few pics to show.

Thanks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] holla420:
Where did u get the file from both should say tar.md5..hmm thoses r kenels I didnt flash kernel
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mach1man:
I downloaded them from this site. From the root guide.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mach1man:
You have to flash a kernel to root bc the shipped kernel is not root able
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] holla420:
The files I got doesnt say kernel I may be wrong. Im away from my pc right now to make sure

---------- Post added 14th June 2013 at 12:03 AM ---------- Previous post was 13th June 2013 at 11:06 PM ----------

Lol yea I just home anf see the kernel.tar but I have .md5 at the end. That other .tar threw me off lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bccolema:
All in one

If you havent done this already, I would suggest the All in one tool, in case you arent using that... its pretty legit and works awesome!!!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mach1man:
Where is the all in one tool located?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mugenfa5:
I hear sometimes the all in one may lock up. I'll just play it safe and do it manually. Follow this guide and redownload the files if unsure.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2290798 There is a video tutorial if you need help with it as well.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bccolema:
All in one tool

Tool worked perfect for, but yeah to each their own.

I think the tool is stickied in the root forum.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mach1man:
That is where I got my files from and they downloaded as .tar.tar instead of .tar.md5
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mugenfa5:
I'm seeing the file as .tar.md5. Not sure why your getting it as .tar.tar
[General Questions and Answers] romanoarbasto:
Hello,

How to update from DK Custom Froyo V4.7 (Froyo 2.2.1) to latest?

My HTC Buzz is rooted with DK Custom Froyo V4.7 (Froyo 2.2.1). Please help me on how to update this to latest verion. Do I have to restore to Eclair first? My battery is not charging to 100% and I cannot use the RUU..Radio..signed.exe.

Regards,

Roman
[General Questions and Answers] nusky40:
I need a custom rom and cwm recovery for shv-e210l??? Senior Members Help me..!!!!
[General Questions and Answers] nauman284:
got anything or not?
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] pleun:
I'm trying to make a cab file that deletes the [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Shell\TaskSwitch] key or that imports a blank key in the registry but my MDA won't have any of it :cry:

I'm using WinCE Cab Manager. Any pointers ?
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] M4io:
Mine works, but you have to soft reset to see the effect.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] pleun:
doesn't work on mine :cry: If I run my cab it clears the list in the registry but upon soft reset the list is back ! It's like it uses some backup copy, I don't know....

yours leaves the reg settings intact even after soft reset
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] pleun:
succes ! I replaced "" with a space in the keys value and that did it. Also needs a soft reset. In case anybody wonders: it clears the recent programs list.
[JAM, MDA Compact, S100 General] M4io:
strange, I tested mine on my 2.06.00 and it worked fine,

after soft reset : gray Recent Programs in menu.

must be a difference between 2.06 and 2.20
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aryehzev:
In CM10.1 development settings i had an option of changing the host name of my device to whatever i wanted.... But now i switched to paranoid android and i wanted to know if there is any alternative way of changing the host name from android-4e6e1694a461ee0 to whatever i want....
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Pwooten:
I bought a view a free weeks ago that was dead. Replaced the battery and the charging port board. It's now working. But. I noticed the home, back, menu and the pen keys do not light up on the bottom when the tablet is standing up. The ones on the side light up when I rotate to the left side. Is there something I may have messed up when i replaced the battery or charger port board? Any way to get them working again?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ROBULLE:
Hi, I'm new to the community and I would like to help me, as was recommended by friends is valuable page if I can help change your rom to my smartphone, has a dual core processor at 1.0 Ghz, MT6577, kernel 3.0 .13, android version 4.0.4 ... I could help change your rom and kernel? ... excuse my English ... thanks.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] emeraldayotte:
I thought the Note II handled simultaneous voice/data over 4G. I tried to use it today and couldn't even though I clearly had 4G connection.

Has this worked for anyone else? I'm wondering if I was really connected to the "enhanced" 3G and LTE

Sent from my NOTEworthy smartphone
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] xKrisx:
Voice and LTE work simultaneously. Or at least on my phone.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] emeraldayotte:
I'm thinking that I may have been on the enhanced 3G and not actual LTE. Does your signal show 4G or LTE?

Thanks

Sent from my NOTEworthy smartphone
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] xKrisx:
It shouldnt matter what 3G your on. Sprint does not have an enhanced 3g (4g). LTE is the only 4g that the Sprint Note 2 has. So if your running LTE it should work.

Oh and the phone doesn't show LTE only 4G icon.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] emeraldayotte:
Makes sense. Thanks

Sent from my NOTEworthy smartphone
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] DarkManX4lf:
This depends on what rom you are on. If stock then it will show 4g.some roms have it show lte when the phone is connected to 4g.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] musclehead84:
there is simultaneous voice/data over LTE but not on 3g. On a stock rom it will day 4g at the top.
[HTC Droid DNA] lioryte:
Came across this. 2 for less than $2 and free shipping... hmm

For 70% off 1+ enter code 70off1

For 83% off 3+ enter code 83off3

85% off cases

85offCases

Here
[HTC Droid DNA] marccz:
just bought 2 will report with how I like them
[HTC Droid DNA] lioryte:
imo same as zagg just w/o bells and whistles...
[HTC Droid DNA] pio_masaki:
Isn't that what they compare against in the list as invisible shield?

Sent from my Thrive - PAC
[HTC Droid DNA] telltell624:
Thank you. I just ordered 4 full body and 2 screen protectors to cover all my devices for only $9! LOVING IT.
[HTC Droid DNA] lovebyte:
I'm in for 2 full sets. Can't believe it was $3.60 shipped!.

Currently have armorsuit on mine. Ordered two because we're planning on adding another DNA to the family in Sept. when my wife's due for an upgrade.

Not thrilled with the armorsuit. I have it on my Asus infinity and it's ok there, but on the DNA, the "self-healing" marks are not so self-healing and very visible with the screen off. I've got lots of little indentations and wrinkles that appeared after a few weeks of normal use.

The installation went perfectly, so I don't think it's that. I think it's just the nature of the material.

-Frank
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Exact same thing I've experienced. Ordering a ton of these for my fiance's DNA and mine. Loved ArmorSuit but the indentions are annoying. It works wonderfully on my Nexus 7 but my Nexus 7 is in a dodocase and is only used for reading/video streaming/web browsing. So it doesnt take nearly the abuse the DNA does.

Thank you so much for this! I missed out on this sale last time.

Edit: Ordered 4 full sets and 4 screen protectors. $10.80 for all. Not a bad deal IMO. In case you're wondering why so many my logic is this. We each get 2 full sets and 2 screen protectors. The back protectors should last indefinitely but in case one comes off then I've got a second set I can throw on there. Then if any of the screen protectors get scratched or start to come up we've got plenty of spares to throw on there. Which is perfect because that kind of stuff aggravates me after a little while and we fully plan on keeping our DNA's for the full 2 years.
[HTC Droid DNA] thunderbolt33:
Just ordered 2 full body protection guards from them! Will report back once I have them! Such a great price hopefully the material lasts long enough!
[HTC Droid DNA] Lunaillij:
Just ordered 2 full body skins. Not bad for less than 4 bucks, shipped. Nice find!

Sudo make me a sandwich.
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Anyone received their merchandise yet?
[HTC Droid DNA] Lunaillij:
I installed mine last week. Looks great. It's thin and clear. Goes great with the Body Glove case I got.

Sudo make me a sandwich.
[HTC Droid DNA] danielhall2689:
I got mine last week as well. It works great! Fingerprints are a tad more noticeable but that is a price I'm gladly willing to pay
[HTC Droid DNA] Lunaillij:
Here's a few pictures with the skin and the Body Glove case.

Sudo make me a sandwich.
[HTC Droid DNA] illusionz:
Dawww, code is expired.
[HTC Droid DNA] lioryte:
try "Xtreme75" at checkout. not as good as 85 but still :cool:
[HTC Droid DNA] illusionz:
Thanks buddy! Worked. $3.75 for 3, shipped. Can't beat that.
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Thats a bit disheartening. All mine are still processing :(
[HTC Droid DNA] telltell624:
Mine too. I keep getting little by little every week. I ordered items for a few phones and have received some for 2 phones so far. still waiting on my DNA suit to come. Ordered 6/17, I think it was.
[HTC Droid DNA] PrimeMinister91:
Just ordered mine with the Xtreme75 code! Thanks!
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Mine finally came in. Ripped my old screen protector off. I wish we didn't need them. I love the smooth glide of the glass. It's so nice.
[HTC Droid DNA] insann:
Cool! Awesome. Thanks a lot.

Love the way how it doesn't feel soo thick as some cases
[HTC Droid DNA] danielhall2689:
I would recommend cutting that tiny piece that sticks up in between the camera and the speaker. It does not last to long and comes up easier.
[HTC Droid DNA] illusionz:
anyone have any trouble installing these? Just got them in the mail.... afraid that I'm going to get water in my speaker or something :o
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Don't be. Just make sure your device is fully cut off. Not just sleeping. So disable the fast boot option and then just follow the directions. You won't need a ton of water on the device to get it to do its thing. If you have a little squirt bottle that can mist the solution that would be even better. Two quick mists is plenty. Watch the armorsuit installation guide for what I'm trying to describe. It's wet application as well.
[HTC Droid DNA] zinkscott:
These protectors are awesome. Highly recommended
[HTC Droid DNA] axe97:
These are sweet. Seriously, thanks.
[HTC Droid DNA] claydoh:
I ordered 3 of these, and despite the installation steps (patience, grasshopper!) the seem quite good. Definitely want to let the phone sit while it dries (again, patience, lol!
[HTC Droid DNA] locoface:
Mine havent even came in yet I ordered on 7/03 -.-
[HTC Droid DNA] lioryte:
80% Off 2 +

Code: 80off2

OP updated
[HTC Droid DNA] mustbepbs:
Nice. Just got 2 for my DNA and 2 for my wife's S3.

Thanks for the heads up!
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
I recieved mine about two weeks ago but just installed them. I've been letting the DNA run naked for about a week and it was wonderful. However, I just got a new job taking care of about 240 robots in a car part manufacturing plant and decided it was time to put the screen protectors back on before I go into work. Initial impressions are good. Installation was easy just like all the other wet application screen protectors I've used. I also installed the back proctector just because I'd like to keep the phone in pristine condition. It went on a lot easier then expected. Going to be letting them sit for around another 16 hours before I ever turn the device on so I will come back and give some more updates on what I think of the protectors!
[HTC Droid DNA] danielhall2689:
You are more patient then me my friend. I turned mine on an hour after :p
[HTC Droid DNA] tdizzle404:
+1 thanks for the tip OP just ordered 2 full bodies for 4.99 ".99" was the rush letter shipping doubt it will make a difference lol

Just got 2 DNA's the other day both me and wife came from the s3 and wow what a difference :)
[HTC Droid DNA] Mnorton1228:
Haha well I started the new job I mentioned working third and while I was trying to prepare myself for that I went ahead and put them on. So I ended up sleeping through about 9 of those 16 hours and I put them on when my fiance got home so no one would be getting in touch with me anyways.

The screen protectors are great. Much better then the armorsuit protector I had on there. No indentions or anything. The feeling is a little meh but thats the price you pay for protection!
[HTC Droid DNA] lioryte:
OP Updated

For 70% off 1+ enter code 70off1

For 83% off 3+ enter code 83off3
[HTC Droid DNA] Amer28:
I didn't try the other one.
[HTC Droid DNA] jbarcus81:
Just ordered 3 of them..

$4.50
[HTC Droid DNA] tdizzle404:
Just received 2 full bodies in the mail only paid 4 bucks for them!

Thanks OP!
[HTC Droid DNA] Neurotica:
I bought the full body with the 70% off! Great find and many thanks to OP.

Here are some quick thoughts :

- Very fast shipping. Received in 3 days.

- Be careful when applying. Wet application and using too much soap water can damage your phone.

- Comes with squeegee and microfiber.

- If dust collects under while applying, run the whole thing under water and clean it gently and reapply.

- Be very patient and do not use/power on your phone for at least 10 hours. Do this before you go to bed or something.

- The back made me worried, but it finally settled and stuck itself to the entire surface after 16 hours that I allowed it to sit. Still has some hazing and bubbles here and there but that's normal.

- THIS IS A HUGE FINGERPRINT MAGNET. Unfortunately, yes! Swyping/Sliding your finger over the screen isn't going to be that easy. You will find yourself cleaning it all the time. I yet have to try to use Rain-X and see if that helps a little with the prints, but it still is a little hard to slide your finger over the screen.

I also bought the body glove with the full body XtremeGuard. Those who are planning to do it, know that it is a perfect fit. The screen protector doesn't prevent the case from fitting in right.
[HTC Droid DNA] jbarcus81:
Got my screen guards a while back.. very fast shipping! So fast I received them in the mail before my order status changed to 'shipped' lol.. The instructions sound like I need to get this thing really wet.. Any danger here? For those who've installed these, how true to the instructions did you stay?
[HTC Droid DNA] jonapunk:
Can you post a pic of the back? I'm curious to how they handled the htc logo on the back see of there is a cut out or not and if not how it looks
[HTC Droid DNA] jbarcus81:
If that's pointed at me I unfortunately don't know.. I only ordered the screen protectors as I already have a case for the phone.. I'm kind of wondering the same now that you mention it.. Maybe someone will post...