yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] laura almeida:
I Don't thing this question is allowed to ask ;)

as it could start a fight

"The Best" depends upon what you likes & what you want

plz don't ask questions which starts with Best

I don't know may be you could ask some thing like "Whats your Favorite Launcher for S3?"
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] SuperAce609:
I like Nova. But it's not the best. Some other people might think otherwise.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] samorgs:
As was said before, don't ask for whats best as what someone else says is best you may hate. As an example, I use apex launcher and love it, but that does not mean its the best. Only thing to do is try them till you find one you like. :D
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] MaKriIsBack:
Next Launcher

I really like Next Launcher. Try it! :D
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] dorongr:
Action Launcher is my favorite. It has a few never seen before features as Covers (an app folder in which tapping the first app in it opens the app, a swipe opens the folder) and Shutters (swiping up an app shortcut displays a widget). The devs give great support. Albeit it does have some stability issues now and then, I can't go back to any other launcher
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Agaranda:
Why not Go launcher Ex?

I9300XXEMD3, Boeffla 2.13b2, Earsonics SM3v2
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] gaspernemec:
Depends, if i want stock look i pick apex, if i want something different i use launcher 8 ;)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Simonna:
For me it's definitely Nova Launcher!:good:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] MIKEMON:
Tw.launcher from Samsung, a modified and super
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] bigkusi:
I always liked Go Launcher and Nova Launcher, but then again it's a personal preference. There are some new interesting launchers though
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Nick Fury:
If you are looking for the best ways to theme but still want the smoothness of tw launcher then you dont need a custom launcher. You can get away with installing Xposed framework then xposed theme engine. ( both found in the apps and themes section )

Then simply download your favourite theme or icon pack and install them through xposed theme engine and away you go mate.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] pendevous:
I actually like the Atom launcher, and it runs smoothly on my S3. I'll just echo what the others said regarding personal preference. :))
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] dakoookie:
I used to have Nova Launcher all the time because of a certain theme from mycolorscreen. but now I use Smart Launcher. it categorizes all apps and I don't have to think about where to put all the app icons anymore :)

edit: also most launchers mess up the look of the homescreens when switching from portrait to landscape mode. smart launcher looks even better in landscape mode

Gesendet von meinem Nexus 7 mit Tapatalk 4 Beta
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] mcwurth:
once i got my hands on the s3 (my first smartphone yes) i used the stock launcher for a while but then got sucked into the world of theming and modifying the android platform. it started innocent with the go launcher series. got pretty sick of that fast as it drained my battery with the insane amount of addons for it that all keep the phone awake or something. then moved to nova but that couldnt 100% satisfy me then went to apex for a long time. last week i made a jump and started to try tsf shell (if you are willing to pull out a few bucks). cant really say wich is the best just personal preferences. each telephone has their own personality as it is a extension of you.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Deleted member 4219121:
I prefer Action Launcher over other launchers. The app drawer and the shutters (swipe over an shorcut to open a widget) won me.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] mauricamo:
Nova Launcher

When looking for a launcher I always looked for the ones with the less RAM usage and as most of you have mentioned NOVA Launcher has the best performance on less RAM as well it is highly customizable making it perfect for a daily driver on my S3.:good:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] halloihr:
Holo Launcher HD, good Performance and many options.

Gesendet von meinem GT-I9300 mit Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] vlkoman:
Many years I have been on Apex Launcher (or Nova, they are same) but now my number ONE is Buzz Launcher ;)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Dimamas:
I prefer Touchwiz
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] blackyz:
TW :)

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] graphsys:
or tsf shell 3D mans, dont forget it, for me the best one
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] anmar21:
Buzz Launcher
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] bondx99:
No matter whichever launcher i use..i always go back to nova!..TW default is nice and smooth too but too many redraws..nothing of that sort with Nova..best for me!..back in gingerbread days Launcher pro was the Nova of today!
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] DiDA™:
Nova Launcher is what i use :highfive:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] anguslaw:
I think stock launcher is the best
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] malachow:
undoubtedly, the best to me seems to be nova and apex ;)
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] tonyt3rry:
Action launcher pro without doubt . not used nova or apex in months
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Willy89:
In my opinion, Next launcher or GoLauncher. Now i'm using next, but i've used go launcher for ages.

Also default touchwiz isn't bad
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] tp2215:
+1 for nova launcher. Tw doesn't really have as many features and all other ones seem to lag or have battery drain
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] rexboy:
Such a broad question, define best. You mean fastest, lightest, most fancy, most features etc.

If you hate nova etc state why so people know what you're looking for etc.

Ps I've used TSF for ages and could never go back to conventional launchers like Go, Next, Apex, Nova which I've used all in the past, too boring for me they are all the same but just my opinion.

Try them all for yourself as we all have different opinions, that's what I do.

Sent from my GS3
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] TECH NIQUE:
Hi Guys.I really like nova prime but I also really like the Xperia stuff to. The advanced Xperia z launcher is really nice.check it out.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIkLts3qlzA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

The link to the thread is in the video discription.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] lopez.am:
Nova Launcher Prime. The best, fast and configurable.
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] reywal:
Nova Launcher
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Danny044:
For me next launcher 3d, but nova is also amazing
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] kaynpayn:
I jump around. Currently i'm using launcher 8, which suffered serious improvement. Love it's lockscreen too. Very similiar to win phone.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lx.launcher8

Also use Next launcher. It has by far the best eyecandy, really full of options. One of the best launchers i've tried. Tad expensive but totally worth it.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gtp.nextlauncher.trial

When i feel i want something different or to impress someone, you can't go wrong with Splay launcher:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.els.splay

I also have Buzz launcher. This one is extremely customizable to become anything familiar or totally different. Some people swear by this one and i can totally see why.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buzzpia.aqua.launcher
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] jay5204.abd:
Buzz launcher is the best customizable launcher

And nova and action are fast and less ram consuming launchers
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] iniassio:
Next launcher is the best
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Agitazione:
Next launcher 3D

For me is absolutely best after month of daily using Next Launcher 3D it's actually next generation of Go launcher..:fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] rexboy:
I find most GO products all go crap and become full of bloatware, ads etc like GO sms.

Next is a cheap clone of TSF which is much smoother, fluidic. My up opinion anyway.

Agree with others, Buzz is impressive, very customisable and can import others homescreens

Sent from my GS3
[Galaxy S III Themes and Apps] Thecoasa:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2368506

Best launcher
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Razors123:
So basically no problems with my Xperia so far, there was a time it wouldn't charge properly but after 30 minutes in a wall socket it charged again.

Today my battery got empty and I thought it wasn't a problem, just connect it to a wall socket but unfortunately it wouldn't do anything, even after an hour. I tried plugging it in my computer to see if it would detect my phone, no connection sounds or notifications. I tried volume up + power button, still no sign of life.

I'm starting to believe the phone just hard bricked? Never had any problems so far so not sure what to do next.

Leaving on holiday soon so I can't afford to lose my phone at this moment.

Any suggestions?

PS: I didn't flash it or anything, just stock rom
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gm007:
Which firmware are you on?

Did you tried another charger and cable?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Razors123:
I didn't since I don't own another one. I haven't had any problems with the charger or cable so far

Not sure on the firmware, still the same that came with the phone I assume, haven't done the upgrade to 4.2.2
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rtanner85:
I had a similar problem, the problem was the cable!with a new cable everything was fine
[Sony Tablet S] drogers81:
Hello, on my Xperia Tablet S, if there a way I can remotely transfer files from my tablet to my PC? I know there is probably some app I can download, but I just didn't know if there was a way to do that without downloading a specific app?
[Sony Tablet S] Cat McGowan:
If you mean transfer files between a tablet and computer via wireless Ethernet or Bluetooth, use an app like ES File Explorer.
[Sony Tablet S] drogers81:
Okay I will try that out. I was thinking of using a PC I setup as a server just to store mp3's/photos/docs etc and then transfer back and forth from tablet to PC. I will try the app you suggested as well. Thanks
[Sony Tablet S] smgdev:
You can use adb over wifi.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Buddyjohn:
a while ago back when the S2 was relatively new there was some custom recoveries released that had a dual boot option you could do. siyah was the only one i found that had this at the time. later on it stopped being supported and i miss it.

I am now wondering if it is possible to have a dual-boot option for the S4 and if someone is working on it. i know it requires a custom kernel as well as a custom recovery but that is as far as my knowledge goes.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Monkz:
Forever taunting me in my dreams.... Want this capability SOOOO BADLY!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] AxAtAx:
couldn't aroma be used for a for a dual boot? just a thought.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Buddyjohn:
i suppose it could, i have not looked into that at all.

I also have no idea how to do aroma so i guess that still adds to the question of if anyone is working on this or not
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] drucquerkellan:
I had this on my nexus 7 and its the best thing ever
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] AxAtAx:
I mean, you can add into what you want, and it executes what you specify. I am no dev by all means, but......

If you come up with something, I will try it.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] Buddyjohn:
I am no dev either. which sucks. but if a dev sees this thread by all means feel free to take on this project and let us know!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] oddspec:
It can happen only thing is I'm not sure how it would work u need both custom recovery and custom kernel on the s2 both were linked on the s4 they r not ( which is nice love twrp over cwm ) so a kernel dev would have to make a kernel and a recovery to support both plus there's the Loki factor for all the users who use the cwm auto Loki recovery ( I just use the Loki doki zip for twrp I stead ) so it will have a lot of factors but there is only 3 separate kernel devs for this device ATM

KT ( doubt he has the time or the want to dev this ) no speaking for him

Faux ( his kernel is tw only and his plate is full ATM with many devices and apps )

And

Albinoman887 ( aosp only kernel and not sure on his kernel dev knowledge as far as something this complex goes )
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] XeoNoX:
they just got it working on internation s4. Im not sure if this works with the ATT version of the s4..it may or may not.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] jball:
I believe the bootloader needs unlocked first
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] DeadlySin9:
This is right, it exists for international but requires unlocked bootloader. However, a dev named Hashcode is porting his safestrap recovery to Verizon S4, and it should come to us afterwards, which will allow you to boot stock rom along with 4 custom rom slots.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
I got these ibeats earphones, worked fine on my sony Z until today.

I thought it might be the earphones but these work fine when connected to other devices(different phones,laptop etc)

So I thought it might be the Sony Z

The free earphones that come with the phone work fine, infact I have tried multiple different brands of earphones just to make sure and they work fine

But

As soon as I connect my Sony Z up with my ibeats no music comes out of them, infact it comes out the phone speaker.

Never rooted or flashed my phone, all standard

Only thing recently changed is that my Z got the 4.2.2 update last night, they been working fine since April so i don't understand. Since I got the update I listened to some music on my way to work, no problems, on my way back home that's when the the fatal weirdo problem occurred. I would appreciate any help or suggestions to amend this?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] control freak:
u r saying this happens only with ibeats earphones? thats weird..

this appears to be a software related issue.. do u use any apps lyk smartkey or smart connect? if yes then check the apps' settings.

additionally, r u using walkman app or any other app for listening music? try to check in the player settings too.

hope this helps...

hit thanks if u feel i have helped u in any way....
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
I don't those apps, What are they for? tried xperia diagnostics and got the earphone to work but only one side was playing so i suspect, its fault or cable issue, which is the reason why this happened, taken back the beats for cash back, using the sony ones for the time being. I only use walkman app, player settings don't have much except to change the equalizer. Asked one the gurus at the store I got and he advised that alot of people with sony phones sometimes have this happen with perfectly works ear/ headphones. very usual.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LitoNi:
Sometimes new updates just makes it incompatible with some headphones. Like beats headphones from dr dre. It doesn't seem to work for some Xperias or all Xperias.

There was a thread somewhere, forgot where but there's another way around it if you search it up. Try googling it or sth.

otherwise downgrade it to use those headphones or stick with Sony headphones.

You can try repairing it with pcc or sus, or flash another ftf file.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kgs1992:
If you are using SmartKey, disable it. Connect your earphones, play music, disconnect & reconnect the earphones.

This worked for a few people, hope it works for you too.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] QualQuek:
Interesting, some Apple earpods are also causing trouble since updating with the 4.2.2, i have a Bose AE2 but haven't tested yet (i'm at work) i have a bad feeling about this and i hope my Bose still works. Many people seems having troubles with their earpods/headphone.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
What does smartkey do? got my new earphones coming through, I hope with the new set I wont experience any problems. Sony work well but volume sucks on them, is there an easy way to increase the volume on this device? Safety crap annoys me, back in the day walkmans were crazy loud. What ever happened to giving the consumer a choice.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
Not yet confident enough to flash, I want to learn all of that but sadly one does not know where to start.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] boyob32:
Some great tutorials in the development section for when you're ready. If you're investing money in decent earphones then the improved sound mods will certainly benefit you.

Xperia Z
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] harveydwijs2:
Its because your beats uses a inbuilt microphone... my Apple earpods also has inbuilt microphones and the Xperia Onyl recognizes Headphones without mics

got the same problem but i must click like 5 times on the headset (play button/answer button for calls) to make it work so the music goes trough the earbuds

try some headphones without micrphones built-in and see what happens then! :)
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
Thanks

Are they any you would recommend, new set just arrived.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
Sadly do not own the earphones any more but I do have a new set that works fine, remote and mic are questionable as this was made for apple products but I do not mind , What earphones do you own if you dont mind me asking?
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dante501:
Are those the ibeats from htc? That could the issue because mine don't work either. Htc told me is an issue with the headphones since they are specially made for htc phones.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kgs1992:
SmartKey lets you configure the button on the earphones.

You can set it to perform a different action when you press the button multiple times.

For example, you can set it up such that if you press the button twice when music is playing, it skips to the next track.

You can't change the actions, but it is a bit useful.

As for the volume, take a look here & here.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LT nicles:
No this was normal beats sold separately from htc phones

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/9122549.htm
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dante501:
Weird to be honest. All other headphones work on the xperia z right?
[HTC Droid DNA] Warrenx:
Hey guys. I'm using NOS Sense 5 ROM and it works great, except for some reason in my messaging app, all of my contact images keep resetting to the default anonymous image. Any help in resolving this would be appreciated. Thanks guys.
[HTC Droid DNA] Jaggar345:
Try wiping cache and data in the contacts app then restore your contacts and see if it continues to do it.
[HTC Droid DNA] Warrenx:
Thanks Jaguar. Just wanted to get a second opinion on that before in went ahead.
[LG Optimus Black] catalao:
Hi all. I'm using a long time ago, costum roms. I'm using since a month, Marvel 4.0.4 version F (stock).

On my phone, it says in Baseband Version, ''unknown''. What is the baseband? what is the problem of ''don't have one'' and what i need to do?

Another question, since i'm using that Room, is there are newer rom, stable, with all working, like camera, video, sensors, no problems at all and an acceptable battery drain, better thatn sock marvel 4.0.4 roms?
[LG Optimus Black] glsnjoseph:
Ans for the second question:

IZS v1.1 is the better ROM available ...based on ics.

Better battery consumption. Performance and so on.
[LG Optimus Black] ykumar00:
Use smartflash to flash any v30 baseband. Instructions and links are in the IZS thread. Btw, Izs 1.1 is better than marvel.
[LG Optimus Black] Nyamkai:
Does this also help with lost imei?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] mateusdalmeida:
how to release the file manager CM10.1 LegacyXperia to send any file via bluetooth?

What is the name of the visualizer of this office in CM10 FXP? missed him integrated into CM10.1 LegacyXperia

Please...:confused:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DesertHawk:
Hi,

Yeah ok I haven't searched if there's a thread on this (if so, don't worry Mods I'll close it). Quick question,

Those with the white Sony Xperia Z, Do you use a case and screen protector? I'm worried my XZ will change color in my jeans or black trousers... I'm particularly worried in the sides. Sony's quality is much better than HTCs so im just worried as im an ex HTC user.

Am I just worried over a silly matter or is it a problem?

Edit - They give us a screen protector... Do they know something we dont?

Thanks all.

Just got it today and im looking to port Sense 5.0 to it :P
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gm007:
Good to see more devs here :)

I have the white Z,

3 months now without cover or screen protector and still like a new one.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joylemon:
I've not seen many white XZ around Rome. But from what I've read on some forum that the only part slightly sensitive to external colours is the plastic around the glass. But it can be removed just washing it, nothing permanent seems... :good:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AcoAlex:
For my white Xperia Z i use front n back screen protection and Spigen ultra slim case...result. In perfect and like New condition :cool: peace-out :beer:

sent from my bad-boy-baby XperiaZ
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rekoil:
That's because there is a factory-applied anti-shatter film on top of the glass which is easier to scratch than the glass is (obviously), so they provide the screen protector because of anticipated higher demand of it.

Please don't :p

Also, your signature is ridiculously large.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DesertHawk:
Sorry. I do a lot of XDA work. Really? Sense 5 and Optimus UI would be awesome on the XZ
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rekoil:
Hehe, I was just kidding. Definitely couldn't hurt!
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] simbawimba:
I use the case mate tough case and a screen protector, works great and phone is in perfect condition.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sensei_sai:
I've got a white Xperia Z for 4 mounths now with no case or screen protector, always in my pocket... no color change is noticeable
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DesertHawk:
Thanks for putting the doubt out of my mind guys...

Cause im nice ill thank y'all
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thalada:
This :good:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kirkymole:
You can rest easy on this one. I've had mine since the day 3 launched it on their network. No screen protector and no case, although I have a Poetic stand type case for watching videos but that's only been used twice, and not a scratch on the glass or a colour out of place. The only thing I would say is watch the plastic trim around the sides, luckily on the white one its hard to notice but of you drop it a few times the surface comes off.

Mines been dropped off a ladder at work onto concrete, fallen out my pocket whilst mountain biking and been run over by another bike, it's been pressure washed (although the little water sensor things did all turn red at that point) and it's been stood on.

I've never seen a phone that holds up this well to abuse since the old Nokia 3310.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sinnerghost:
do you still have plans for sense 5 port? :D
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DesertHawk:
Yeah... Just on hold
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] rashad543:
hello people

i have xperia neo on ics

whenever i use hotspot wlan it Fc and no one can connect to it

i reflashed the stock one and nothing happened

I have this problem with my xperia p and htc desire v

pleaaaase help me