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[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] NixZero:
actually most chinese minipc sells with extremely underpowered power supplies, they write "2A" or such on them but if you test them they really are just 0.5a or 0.75a

as for tv you shoud check your tv manual, some have low power usb ports that are rated only for usb memory sticks, others have powered usb ports rated for unpowered usb hd.

only the latter kind can juice a minipc - sometimes TV have more than one usb port but only one is hd-rated.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] ragesoss:
Yeah, I suggest throwing away the included supply. One thing recommended on Freaktab is to buy a PSVita charger (1.5a, ~$10 on Amazon). You have to cut out a bit of plastic for regular USB cables to fit. I got one recently and have had no freezes or reboots since on my mk808b.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] scootincivic:
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Not starting a war here however that's very true true & customers must be aware of this. However I must of been one of the lucky ones as my adapter is pushing 2Amps at 5.1V +/-.5...

Hell I dished out almost a bill for this device the least we can all receive is hardware that's correct from our supplier..

Agreed towards the powered USB within tvs.. Highest Amp rating I seen was on a Samsung model & that was only pushing 1.34Amps.. Nor was it constant as the Amp readings would fluctuate during input presses via remote or on the telly itself via hard key.

Power blocks are key & this device needs every little bit of at least 1.5Amps & even at times that's not enough..
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Neoprimal:
I had a similar issue with my 908. I didn't use the one that came with it because the metal contact on the usb port looked was rusted.

Instead I tried the adapter for my Nexus 4, which is supposed to be a 5v 1a / 2a variable but it froze playing Captain America on Netflix.

I then tried it with my old Nexus 7 [Tegra 3] adapter which is a 5v 2a and it worked perfectly - played the entire movie, no issues (at 1920x1080p @ 60fps). In essence, I do think that whoever buys this stick needs to pick up a 5a 2a solid - no variable chargers. Also, I'd highly recommend not bothering with the wifi on it. Grab a 10/100 or 10/100/1000 ethernet stick and use that.

Good Luck.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] solnyshok:
xbmc overheating

I have read that XBMC has no hardware acceleration on those RK... processors. You need to use alternative video player like MX Player or BS Player.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] lewy20041:
latest nightles have libstagefrigt hw accel integrated and its working quite good on rockchip devices.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] scirio:
Got a link?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] lewy20041:
http://mirrors.xbmc.org/nightlies/android/
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] butirog:
What were ur initial expectations btw?

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My bad didnt get the first page. We used to sell something with a unit with the same specs they are right your power source is not providing enough juice. Especially ur using a tv usb that usually have 500mA. Try getting a usb charger thats got at least 2A. And android sticks nirmally runs hot though.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] vlevi:
I've tried these nightly xbmc versions months before. It is hw accelerated, because, instead of xbmc' it uses mx player for video playing.

So, it means, you can use mx player directly, you get the same reaults.

But i prefer vondershare player. But it has problems with subtitles.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] drinkypoo:
The nightlies didn't have libsf very many months ago, though libsf alphas were in the nightly directory. Now all nightlies have libsf support.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Lummix:
Power Supply/Charger

People who posted "Get a better power supply/charger", which 2amp charger would be ideal?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Kameo:
All main issues (reboot and/or shutdown) are related to the power supply, it's a matter of fact the shipped power adapter sucks.

Some people advised to get the Ipad one, any 2/2.4A one will do the job: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-OEM...ader_Chargers_Sync_Cables&hash=item3f264c673d
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] tigerknight:
I've got an app that is listed as 'disabled' in application manager list, but when I select it to try and re-enable the button is grayed out and says 'disable' on it as if it was never disabled to start with.

How do I un-stick this app? TIA
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] 440bro:
What app is it?

You should be able to use any app or file manager to uninstall it.

Do you have root access?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] tigerknight:
The basic 'email' app. I had originally disabled that and 'exchange services' way back at the beginning (root required) because I wasn't using anything but gmail and was paring down on apps as much as possible. Now I have a reason to use it, and while I was able to enable 'exchange services' again, the other one just seems stuck. After the update to ICS and then JB I never installed root, and with the OTA updates it seems this particular app has gotten into a bit of a mangled state.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] 440bro:
Well you can try installing them again. I'm going to assume you're on the latest 4.1.2 version. So here is the email apk and here is the exchange apk just in case you want to reinstall both.

Or you could gain root access and use an app to unfreeze them that way.

To root the stock 4.1.2 rom

1. Use Odin 1.85 in Admin Mode for Windows users.

2. Install TWRP 2.5 via PDA settings.

3. Reboot phone into Recovery.

4. Install SuperSU via the Zip.

5. Reboot phone and viola You're rooted!. SuperSU is there and works.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] tigerknight:
Grr. I downloaded the email apk and tried to run it, and it just failed with 'application not installed'. Apparently I buggered myself up good - I'll have to go the root option, any tips/tricks to keep in mind before I do that?
[Galaxy Tab 2 Themes and Apps] demon-knight:
1% BATTERY MODS for TAB2 7"​

Have seen many battery mod's for various devices and as there seems to be a lack of them for the Tab2 7"

I decided I would dip my toe into the water and produce a few.

WARNING! I HAVE ONLY TESTED THESE ON ABADDON HD ROM, USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Please give feedback good or bad and what other roms it possibly works on and if you like it please click thanks!

Screenshots

Segmented Circle Blue

C-Style

Downloads

Segmented Circle Blue

http://d-h.st/z66

C-Style

http://d-h.st/Axv

Restore to Stock Battery

http://d-h.st/h8Z

Credits

Abaddon - for producing rom

Battery tool - modded by Horndroid
[Galaxy Tab 2 Themes and Apps] iamcxyx:
very good mod thank you !! :good: :) :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
USA Today have an article (here) where the reviewer was testing the S4 Active. Right after he dunk the phone underwater, the phone have WATER DAMAGE:

Shortly after I took the phone for a dip (in not very deep water), the display went kaput — at least for several hours. It lit up just long enough to indicate that I had power, but I couldn't actually keep the display on and use it.

Roughly a day later, the screen came alive again, but the phone was still exhibiting finicky behavior, presumably because of water damage. The touch-screen was messed up and the device acted as if headphones were plugged in when they weren't. If this were my actual phone, I'd return to the store for a replacement.

I just got the S4 Active and thought I am not planning to take the phone for a long underwater activities, I am concerned that I am getting a phone that have a very weak water resistant feature.

Not sure if this is because the reviewer didn't "properly" close the battery cover / USB port, but I have seen S4 Active review and Samsung Event videos where the phone was submerged in water for a long time and it still works.

PS: Have ANYONE tried to dunk their phone in the water for testing? :p
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] aceownstheworld:
My phone has been in a pool, lake, bathtub, rainy weather, all since I got it. I trust it.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] thatbigmoose:
I'd like to think that reviewer just got stuck with a bad unit.

But this begs the question: Is water damage covered under warranty? Either by AT&T or Samsung? Surely they should back up their "vacation-proof" phone..
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] joshuadjohnson22:
My first one went into the pool just fine. The unit I have now I am scared to expose it. On the top between the glass and bezel there is a small gap... above the in call speaker.... I'm afraid that water will pour in through that... Can you look at yours and see if yours is like that?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] robstunner:
He probably didn't press down the back cover correctly.

Sent From My Galaxy S4 Active using a Tapatalk 4
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
You mean between the earpiece and the bezel at the front? I don't see any gaps, at least not with my naked eyes.

On the back, bottom part near the speaker, I don't see it either. Trying to press to see if there is a gap, so far none.

What makes you "scared" on the phone that you have now?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
There is a sticker on the back cover that provide a warning for the user to PRESS DOWN on the middle of the cover, underneath the LED.

I always do that, but I never hear a "click" or any indication that the back cover is now PROPERLY covering the phone to prevent water leakage.

Well, I DO hear the click when pressing on all sides, but that's normal like my Galaxy Note.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] joshuadjohnson22:
Yeah on the front top. I just think water will easily get in the phone...
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] mattpayne92:
I've used this phone below the 1 meter mark and the only bad side effect I get is the microphone not working well for a bit afterwords, which happens really at any level of exposure. This phone is pretty safe in water if you use it correctly.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
That is pretty bad. I mean, I am not going snorkeling and take a phone call while floating on the shore, but if somebody calls me and I CANNOT talk to them because the microphone does not work, that is a big problem.

I am actually wondering how does the phone protects the microphone, earphone and speaker? There are holes there and water can go in. I was considering the Xperia Z and so far the only problem with water issue is the microphone jack - the phone will think that the jack have a headphone but it's only water. However, that is easily fixable by drying it out. I.e. use tissue or something that goes inside the jack.

Microphone though, the holes are to tiny to "dry" with a tissue or something.

BTW, is the microphone STOPS working completely or it works again after a FEW DAYS?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
Maybe I can ask those who read this thread to tell me if:

A). You HAVE tested your phone under water (splashing it, dunking it in a bowl of water)

B). What ISSUE you have after you did the above? Phone dead, microphone stops working, etc.

I am trying to get a sense if this is just a specific batch issue (I can replace the phone) or design issue (no matter what, the issue still exists).
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] maldinimi:
If it really was then it would have lifetime warranty. The fact that it only has 1 year warranty like most of the phones tells me that after year 1 be ready to say bye bye to your baby

Sent from my SGH-I337
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] thatbigmoose:
Decided to take mine in the shower to test after it got here.

I let the showerhead spray onto the phone, both front and back. Nothing wrong.

Like other people reported, the speaker volume gets significantly lower when wet and goes back to normal within a half hour. Also if the headphone port gets water in it it will errenously display that "headphones are connected" which blowing into the port will fix.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
This is useful! BTW, you haven't test submerging the phone, have you?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
No it won't, because all things mechanical / electronics break downs eventually - nothing last forever. Even mil-spec stuff does not have a "lifetime" warranty.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] thatbigmoose:
I haven't submersed it yet but there's videos on YouTube with submersion and it brings about the same issues I discussed.

Higher water pressure will clog the mic membrane and make you sound distant in phone calls.

Maybe I'll build up the courage to dunk it tomorrow.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] stephensonbrady:
I did the dunk test the night after I got it by fully submerging it in a cup of water...worked just fine afterwards...although I was showing a friend that didn't believe that I had a "water proof/resistant" phone by putting it in the sink and letting water run over it and had an issue with the phone thinking the headphones were plugged in.only did it for about an hour...weird thing was that it didn't start doing it until about 2 hours after it had been wet. Although once it fully dried I haven't had any issues at all with it. Hope this helps.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] geoff5093:
Maybe leave the phone in the sun for a few minutes to dry? Blow on it? Several things help get the water out. But honestly, how often are you going to go swimming with a phone and then take a call immediately afterwards? I'd be thrilled that my phone didn't fry after it fell in the pool, I could care less that the microphone doesn't work for an hour - that's what bluetooth headsets are for.

Anyways, I've had my phone submerged in a sink with running water twice now, the only issues I've found is that after removing the back cover there is water on the outside of the rubber gasket, which looks normal, but I would recommend taking the back off to dry it out after exposed to water.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] joshuadjohnson22:
When i took mine into the pool I made a phone call right after and they said I sounded funny so i blew in the mic and it cleared the water out and they could hear me fine....
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
Not very often, but when I DO need to take that call, it will be a big problem. This is a phone after all. :D

I don't think I will purposely take the phone for a swim, but the reason I bought the Active instead of the S4 is because of the water/sand protection and want to confirm it works. If it doesn't, then I'll exchange the phone to a normal S4 because it's thinner.

However, based on your response and others, it seems it does offer those protection to a certain degree and the ONLY issue is that the mic may get covered with water and cause the caller not being able to hear me, but this is easily fixed QUICKLY.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] nadav99:
my friend post this on samsung facebook few days ago, anyone have any advice?

"I have purchased a Galaxy S4 Active in the U.S. which as mentioned in samasung.com/uk: "IP67 rating means complete protection from dust ingress, and temporary immersion in up to 1 metre of water for up to 30 minutes.†" . It is important to say that this is the main reason I purchased this specific model.

After using the device in regular use for just 5 days, I used it under water (in depth of 40 centimeters) for less than one minute, only after reassuring the device's use underwater and that all lid and charging entrance were closed as required. Sadly, to my surprise and disappointment, the device did not hold up to this feature. The sound system was damaged, wasn't able to recharge and the buttons of the device stopped working meaning the whole device lost its purpose and was unusable.

I contacted Samsung costumer services in the U.S. and by their guidance; I sent the device to their main labs in Texas via UPS. A week later, I called to check if my device has been fixed. I was replied that the device has been ruined to the reason of not closing it properly or that the device was used in depth deeper than 1 meter or was used under water for more than 30 minutes. As I mentioned before, I made sure the device was properly closed and was used in depth of 40 centimeters for less than 1 minute. Needless to say I haven't received any form or report which regards the diagnoses (that are themselves not completely sure for what reason the device was ruined).

The representative told me that these are the results and that there is nothing that can be done about it. Therefore, the broken device will be sent back to me - without being repaired, without being replaced and without any offer or alternative solution to the problem. After a two hour phone call with costumer services, and repetition of the unhelping conclusion, the representative said that he has nothing more to say and in an insulting and disrespectful way, hung up on me, giving me the feeling that it is easy to "get rid" of me because I wasn't physically there.

I find it important to mention, that after this hard experience, I looked through the internet and found many cases similar to mine with this device.

I would appreciate your help with facing Samsung U.S. and any advice on the matter."
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
Posted on Twitter. Write to consumerist.org. contact your local news department. Raise some stink, your friend had nothing to lose now that the phone is broken.

However, AT&T had started they will do a one time replacement for free. So maybe it helps by contacting them instead?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] nadav99:
thanks,

at the beginning he contacted AT&T, but they told him that this is known issue but samsung will replace his device and that they cant help him.

"AT&T had started they will do a one time replacement for free. "

do you have any link from AT&T / news web site?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
Google is your friend, my friend. :)

But here's one: http://allthingsd.com/20130806/if-y...got-waterlogged-att-will-replace-it-for-free/
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] nadav99:
thanks,

ill send him the link,

but it may take me some time to send update on this issue, the device is at samsung labs right now ....

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UPDATE: AT&T told him already that only if you have insurance they will replace the phone at the store, Otherwise - contact samsung....
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] DoctorProctor:
Are they going to make him pay the $199 deductible....that's with the Assurion plan thru at&t.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] lanwarrior:
Who in AT&T? CSR or store visit? I will suggest print out the web page and bring it to the store.

Actually, try the online chat first, I found they're more "flexible".
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] nadav99:
AT&T store.

chat is not option..."Chat not available for GoPhone® customers"
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] jason8612:
So I picked up the S4 Active yesterday and gave it a try in my fish tank. No issues taking photos other than the zoom (apparently it zoomed in while I was dunking it and had to take it out, dry off the screen to have it go back to normal).

I have the international version. I was looking online and some are saying to check if the back cover is closed, you push down and you hear a click. mine doesn't do that. Is that only a feature of the att version, or is that click to let you know it is not closed?
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] br0adband:
I'll try and do a video here shortly to show what I mean by the "snap" sound, it could be just on my particular GS4A, I have no idea, I was just relaying the info and based that on the fact that the sticker on the battery cover from the factory specifically instructs the user to make sure to press down hard on the area just below the flash (where the AT&T logo is); when I do that after snapping all the side snaps into place, I hear a somewhat noticeable "SNAP sound as the little piece inside the cover (will try to show that as well) goes into position.

It may be different for others, mine could be completely unique, I have no idea, I'm just reporting what happens for me when I do the outer snaps/seals then press somewhat firmly under the flash/on the AT&T logo.

Working on the video now, it'll be craptastic quality but it should demonstrate my point, will add a link to it here shortly (will be on YouTube).
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] jason8612:
Ah yeas. That snap I hear, but I thought I read somewhere you can check in the future by just pushing down below the LED flash. Maybe it's a one-time verification snap sound....
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] br0adband:
Well just in case somebody doesn't "get it" with respect to the snap and what I'm referring to here's the video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pipCO0jL1o
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] jason8612:
Nice video.

A bit of a side topic, I wonder if the seal should be slightly greased? Basically all my o-rings for diving cameras and camcorders recommend that the o-ring be slightly greased.

Overall, I see mine is waterproof and works, but I don't think my international version has a replacement coverage in case it gets flooded.

Oh and for charging, I bought this:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/samsung-s4-active-wireless-charger-from-wiqiqi
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] skeppley:
Did you order direct from the link you provided, and which one??

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] jason8612:
Yeah, I used the link. I bought the WiQiQI Active + Versa Pad. That's the charging insert plus the wireless pad. It' was a funded project which finished, but from what I read that company will be making it available to the public in a month. They will be shipping the project ones next few weeks.

Looks like their ordering page is this one:

http://www.vivealive.net/
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] yankeesfan714:
Yeah mine doesn't do that. I usually insert the top 1st as indicated by the OEM sticker. So I tried it the way you did it and it still doesn't click. Weird.

GT-i9295(i537) running SafeStrap
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] R_AL_Sim:
like to add my opinion of the S4 active and its water proof rating.

first I'd like to mention that I go diving and boating I own a VHF m72 that has a water proof rating of IPX-8 this allows it to be submerge in water for no more than 30 minutes and no deeper than 3 feet it needs no gasket cover for the battery pack

it has a speaker blow out feature to clear the mic and speaker when it gets wet, I attach this to my surface marker buoy in case of emergencies, I thought it would be a good idea to get a phone with similar rating well the g4 active is not waterproof.

firstly when wet the speaker and microphone become useless and it lacks a speaker vibration blow out,

second the USB port cover is a little too flimsy to last a long time my motorala defy i had before this had a much tougher usb and headphone cover. i cant see this lasting more than a year.

also the rear gasket is horrible there is no clamping mechanism to hold it in place if you drop the phone the back pops off and the gasket gets covered in dust.

I'll stick with the VHF :) the s4 active is more a splashproof phone, ok if a wave hits you on a boat or your out in the rain
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] pyro254750:
Everything you have provided is speculation on based on fact. You may be correct, but actual facts disproving the waterproof rating would be helpful.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] neonaseer:
Yes, samsung galaxy S4 active is waterproof... with great picture quality underwater also....this device has an amazing specification...:)
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] overlordchaos:
hello
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] wingsabr:
I had one for a few days and took it back. I snapped the back like it said and it still got messed up. The ad appears to be misleading at best.
[Galaxy S 4 Active General] alicepattinson:
OH MY! I havent tried to dunk my gadgets in the water. that's soo scary. hahahahaha :p :eek: