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[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] daedric:
I'm not going to put 4.3 in this mix, but 4.2.2 was quite stable. I'm running the latest cm10.2, and not one lockup, not one restart, everything works.

Performance is of course not up to par with cm10.1, but we're still very green...

I agree, Advanced settings should NOT have been removed before those settings were implemented elsewhere. Maybe hide them like they did to developer options.

We have to realize the even though they seem very similar, there are huge diferences between 4.2.2 and 4.3. Porting CM to 4.3 is not easy.

The screenflashing issue will probably get solved sooner or later, this issue has plagued several releases of CM, if not on all devices at least on a few.

You can't quote a rom stability when you restore apps and parameters with TiBu from a different rom set. Specially with different android versions.

CM10.2 isn't unstable, your actions make it.

The only thing i REALLY miss from TW based roms, is the camera performance. That and only that.

The only thing i would change in CM10.1/CM10.2, is the rare but ocasional gpsd blocking a entire core. Other than that, it's my daily driver. I can't support the colorish icons of TW, the burden of their apps. Pick your standard bloatware free TW rom, and compare it's size to a AOSP/CM rom...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] tryunus:
The best is CM10.2 for me. With the last updates stable enough. And for note apps there are many on the Playstore. But if you want business apps and more, the official 4.1.2 is a must have for you
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] uccoffee.forum:
but only google music player can sort by "recently added" music like itunes, i wish samsung player can do that :(
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] M3TALLICA:
I stopped using Samsung ROMs when a couple of pre-installed system apps asked Super User access.

It was dialer storage and data create apps, I think.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] vgergo:
Multiwindow and pop-up browser

Although I use the s-pen all the time, not with s-note. Lecture Notes does all, and much more. So that would not be the reason I missed TouchWiz.

Multi Windows

Pop up browser

Smart Stay

Smart rotate

These are the features which I haven't found really good alternatives to. Most other features and bundled apps have long been removed from my stockish ROM.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] XxPixX:
We're talking about pure stock TouchWiz 4.1.2 so no custom ROMs :)

Multi Windows - limited to a few apps

Pop up browser - There's an app for that on Google Play

Smart Stay - There's an app for that on Google Play

Smart rotate - not available on Note
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] chasmodo:
Harsh language used on TW boys would be tantamount to abusing Hodor, it's simply not done for moral reasons, so you are wrong here.

Your penetrating insights an razor-sharp analysis from "Does Superbrick really exist or is it just a fairy tale invented by NSA?" thread are sorely missed to this very day.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ThaiDai:
There seems to be a direct correlation between post/thanks count and arrogance.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] chasmodo:
Look who's talking about arrogance here.

You amusing.:)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] ventura21:
Chas, I am fan of your ROM Asylum by the features it offers, but never managed to make it run smooth on my phone ... Always seems to Lags ...

Many say that the CM ROMs, especially your ROM, are lighter and softer than the TW ROMs, and I believe them, but I can not have the same performance on my phone ...

She may behave differently on different devices?

Or am I doing something wrong?

Another thing, how I can do not to have to redownload all my apps? Is there any other way to get them without using Titanium Backup, which everyone claims to be so detrimental to new installations ROMs? :confused:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] trahzebuck:
It's a bit like High Noon. Who will drag first? :cowboy:

Tho whom it may concern: "si tacuisses philosophus mansisses"
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] vet-note:
Sorry guys, but just put a bunch of men in one room or one thread and after five minutes they are starting to fight each other and compare the sizes of their best pieces. :D

And I thanked Chasmodo more than one hundred times for his help even though he was never arrogant to me. :rolleyes:

Now back to topic. It was said I think one thousand times already. If you like all these TW apps, just stay with it. But if you are willing to do some experimenting. If you like your phone smooth and stable, cm is always a good decision. But in certain points Bluetooth for example TW can be the better solution. So it stays as it always has been. Everybody has to figure it out for his own. Have fun guys. :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] AA1973:
Popcorn, anyone?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] AA1973:
ORLY? You know how to kill a joke ;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] M3TALLICA:
I had lent my brain to you so you could get over your NASA invented superbrick theories.

Why did those app get there at first place ?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] AA1973:
Am I on xda-developers.com or is this Facebook?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] M3TALLICA:
:laugh:

Our deranged NASA fellow was sourly missed.

Perhaps he was busy trying to fly wingless aeroplanes.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] trahzebuck:
XDA went down the tubes long ago, my friend, long ago. :mad:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] se1988:
This thread is amusing. Got any popcorn left?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] AA1973:
Plenty. Sweet or salty? ;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] se1988:
How about ketchup?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] vet-note:
Ah, come on. Why so negative? As long as cm gang is around, we can have productive discussions with TW users

and NSA is watching us, no worries. :D
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Macrint:
I could not agree more. If there was a way to block messages from some of the more arrogant users that would be a big help!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] trahzebuck:
Basically you are right, my dear. But some users like rectovesical fistula are no more funny.... :p
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] Macrint:
I've been on different versions of CM for more than a year (obsessed with finding the fastest and most lightweight room) and only just recently moved back to TW a few months back. EYBEES tw room is the first I've been able to use for more than a few weeks. Used it to customize a really clean and slim installation of 213dpi blacked out TW with the same look as CM.

Comparison: TW vs CM

1. Free ram is the same.

2. Scrolling speed is the same.

3. Opening of apps is the same.

4. Stability is the same (both are rock solid on stable governors)

5. TW has working multi windows for all apps, MHL (hdmi out), wifi hotspot and s apps.

6. Typing lag is completely eliminated on TW. CM has a slight lag when swyping.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 General] efrant:
I think this thread has run its course. Closed.
[MDA II, XDA II, 2060 General] kaemon:
Hi all,

is there any PC dialer to use on my PC when the XDAII is in the craddle activesynced ?? (something like Skypeout but that would use the activesyned xda II to call and receive calls).

I am especially interested in hearing someone calling me on my PC speakers...

Thank you !
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] wgpubs:
My device: Vzn Galaxy S4 (ME7 build)

I've rooted the phone, installed things like ROM Manager and Titanium backup, but insofar as I understand things ... its not safe (or recommended at least) to flash a custom ROM until the bootloader is unlocked and I have a custom recovery installed. Further, as I understand things, that isn't possible with ME7.

Anyhow, new to the Android and rooting world, and so I wanted to know if I got things right ... and if not, best process for backing things up, flashing ROMS, and getting back to where I started should I so desire.

Thanks much.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] andybones:
DO NOT FLASH A ROM ON STOCK RECOVERY!!!

their is a $3,000 bounty for just root + recovery for a good reason.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sulla65:
No you can't flash a custom recovery or roms if your phone installed the ME7 ota update. Titanium backup is your best bet to remove bloat and backup apps/data. if anything goes wrong you can always flash back to stock ME7 via odin.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] AxAtAx:
No way, you are stuck until a patch, or a fix is done for the bootloader.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] najaboy:
Only flash if you want to brick your phone and not have it covered by warranty. Once you have the ME7 bootloader, you no longer have the ability to flash roms, recoveries, kernels, etc.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ongbac:
Hello,

is there any way to make the notification center which you pull it down from top to bottom with toggles for wifi etc. transparent or semi transparent?

I don't like it pitch black.

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] andymihail:
If you're on i9505, just flash the transparent background from this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2346873
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The Andy Girl:
My HTC Desire is bootlooping for no reason. I was watching a movie, and suddenly, it shutdown, and when I tried to switch it back on, the HTC Quietly Brilliant appears, then phone shotdowns and restarts. This keeps on happening. I haven't touched anything software-wise, I swear it is still intact... Please someone help me....
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chromium:
Boot into hboot (turn phone off, then turn back on using volume down and power). Post what it says there here.

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jasonftfw:
Yesterday I had some apps that had new updates on the play store, so I started to update them.

I started seeing one wouldn't go through because it was giving "Package file invalid". So I tried over WiFi and same issue.

Got home and looked at my two tablets (Nexus 7-2012 and asus tf101) and they were having similar issues with updates, but different apps. I was also even getting download error #497. Sometimes just trying over and over again would work but now it seems like some apps just wont go due to the errors.

I tried clearing the cache/data of play store and download manager as google suggests, but that did not help. I've tried to use google's contact us form but I type this lengthy description of my issue and it tells me that I need to type more... (probably a glitch in their contact us form...) So I cant get something sent to them.

My girlfriend just got the S4 for sprint yesterday and now she is having the same issue, some apps wont download due to invalid package.

Is anyone else having this issue? Any suggestions on what can be done? Anyone think this is a issue on google's end?

Also, of my devices only the tf101 is rooted at the moment. Had some issues where I had to do factory restore on my GS4 and haven't rooted it again yet, and nexus 7 I kept reverted back to stock to get official 4.3
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] lagunas11:
If they're system apps use a root explorer and delete them and install them again (if they're available on the playstore) if they're not then install them delete data and cache and remove your account and launch playstore and sign in and it should fix it... Remember if u delete an app with a root explorer you have ti reboot for it to take effect... And also fix permissions...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] TheAtheistOtaku:
ive also been having errors with this. im on revolt 8/6 build and using PA gaps. but i have also tried with normal gaps, and get the same. its funny because it only happens with certain apps, and the apps that have the error change everytime i flash a different gaps. And yes, it even happens on newly installed apps.

Though to fix, i just turn off wifi and use data, its inconvenient but its a workaround until the actual problem is identified
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] numb3r5z:
Does anyone know how to stop the automatic update s in the play store?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] BRIMS7ON3:
Pull up each app in playstore and hit the menu button... Gives u the option..

Not sure how to do it en mass

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I'm having this error problem... I even switched ROMs completely and it's still happening.. Wtf..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jasonftfw:
I dont think that will work because if it happening across multiple devices with and without root then I'm thinking it's a issue on Google's end. Plus my phone is not rooted anymore.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jasonftfw:
go to play store, open menu go to settings and there is an option for auto update. I believe the default is to update over wifi only.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] lordcheeto03:
I was reading something earlier tonight (after having problems with 10.2 unofficial and getting error 497 with every file I tried to download) that Google was having problems with a few different ISP's and the Play store connections. Some people with the Nexus 7 (2013) were getting this error straight out of the box. Updates sometimes worked via Mobile network, but WiFi would fail with an error code or say package invalid every time.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jasonftfw:
Yeah, I just saw some articles on it finally. Sounds like everyone is reporting the same issue no matter what version of play store etc.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] crawler9:
Use a VPN. Apps that refuse to update on my Wi-Fi network seem to update or download successfully if I use something like Hideman or Hideninja. I've not had problems with either. I can't vouch for their security, but Play Store reviews seem mostly positive for each. I use Hideninja VPN because it's free without time restrictions whereas with Hideman, you're limited to 5 hours each week and the shortest length of time you can activate is a 1 hour block.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] jasonftfw:
I had read about using a VPN over the weekend, just needed to find a app to use. Hideninja did the trick and my apps all updated finally.

The hardest part was trying to download hideninja... it wouldn't download on my phone haha but luckily I have helium on all my devices and its set up with my google drive so it thankfully downloaded on another device.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I recently received my White Xperia Z Ultra and made a few videos on what i consider the Good and bad points.

If you have any questions or would like me to answer any question or make other videos, then please leave me a message.

Thanks and have a great day! ;)

- apparently since i am new i can not post links yet.

Search YouTube for: Sony Xperia Z ULTRA - The GOOD Points.

Thanks. I have a lot more content too and more Z Ultra videos are coming :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] danilos2k:
Link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bi2Yy8uh4xs&feature=youtube_gdata_player

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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Thanks for that my friend. I really appreciate it.

I am also open for video requests or any other things you would like to know or see about the device. I have a free weekend you see ;)

Thanks again.:good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
Thanks for the videos mate... How are you finding the sound quality and volume out of the internal speaker, during gaming and video playback? :good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
No problem :)

To be honest, i am finding the speaker perfectly capable. Not as good as the HTC One obviously but it is better than the normal Xperia Z.

However, i often use headphones so i do not disturb others around me when i am watching video or listening to music etc. The speaker does sound good though and i have not had any issues with it. It sounds quite smooth, also rather full and not tinny. The sound it produces feels like it has some body to it at least.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Where did you get it? I'm trying to get my hands on one in Norway, but it ain't easy. I guess i'll just have to wait until it gets released in Europe in september, but i'm just curious. Nice video btw! I'll take a look at the "BAD POINTS" video now :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I ordered mine from a store in Hong Kong. Received it about 6 days after ordering. However I had to pay about 1500,- DKK in customs tax. Total cost was 6900 DKK. I was kinda desperate and had no intentions of waiting until September lol :p

But yeah, I love the phone. Really really amazing device.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] danilos2k:
Nice videos, thanks I'm really torn between this phone and next note3

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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I was the same as you but to be honest 2 things made up my mind.

1: the note 3 will have worse design and look uglier than the Z Ultra. Not as premium.

2: it won't be as big either. I want the biggest phone I can carry so yeah ;)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] danilos2k:
Can you please post the link? It's LTE version?

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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] GOF007:
LTE version will be release around mid September.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Here in Denmark we get 3G speeds up to 25 mbits easily. LTE is not really needed by me. I just consider it a battery drain :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
What did it cost you in total in £ Sterling mate? :good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
It cost me £775 including customs vat. Expensive I know but yeah. Being a tech geek isn't cheap haha. Plus I really did not want to wait 2 months for the European release.

Honestly though, I paid about £500 for the HTC one on release and I felt disappointed and had buyers remorse fairly fast.

However, having spent almost £800 on the Z Ultra, I feel nothing but happiness because the device really is that good. I can't emphasise enough just how blazing quick the phone feels and how beautiful the screen is. :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
I was tempted to do it myself but for the sake of just over a month I think I'll wait. The UK retail is £612 at clove, and that is with a few accessories. I might be able to pick it up cheeper elsewhere.

Im on 3 and due for an upgrade. They have already said they will carry it, but unfortunately I think its going to be bootlocker unlockable version. I will just shop around and pick one up then go on a sim only contract.

Im also waiting to see if someone will bring out a powerjacket device like they did for the Xperia Z.

Looks like it will me my next device though. I like big phones, I have a note 2 and I just bought the mrs the 6.3" mega (she has basic needs). All in all really looking forward to it. :D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Ah OK, thanks. I think i'll just wait for it to hit the stores here :p One other thing, how are third party apps? Are they running in phone mode? Tablet mode? I'm going to kick it into tablet mode when the ZU gets rooted (if all apps are running in phone mode), since i personally think it's a waste of space to use phone mode on a screen this size.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Fantedon:
First of all thanks for the vids. A bit worried on the battery front so waiting to see what note 3 has to say for itself. You did say battery is as good as note 2 which works well for me st the moment. What a beauty! Home run for Sony at long last.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Pretty much all of the apps I have tried use tablet mode. You can even install tablet apps from the play store.

Its really really nice!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Anirudh.Ragi:
Nice videos.

I have few questions.

1. Are you facing overheating issues, have you tried playing heavy HD games for long hours. If it does overheat how bearable is it??

2. Few Xperia Z users who have faced with overheating issue have found out that the glass panel has raised near the camera, which is the place of overheating. were you able to see any such issue if it's overheating??

3. Does the screen work if we put the device to a sweaty face ?? our sweat contains a little amount of salt, so if i put the device near to my sweaty ear, will it affect the device and make it unusable ??

Thanks
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Thanks for the questions.

1. I have no heating issues at all! I played real racing 3 and need for speed most wanted for almost 2 hours and there was no issues. My normal Xperia Z gets a lot warmer. Any heat that is generated stays near the top end of the device so you do not feel it when you hold it.

2. The design is better and a big improvement on the Z. I really do not see the glass raising or anything on the Z Ultra. My normal Z suffered from this issue a little near the bottom corner but on the new model, it seems an improvement all round. Feels sturdier.

3. I have not used it for phone calls too much yet but the few i did answer and make, the screen was not reacting to my face at all. The proximity sensor seems to work well.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Here is a photo for anyone interested about screen brightness :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Anirudh.Ragi:
Thanks for the reply :)

Would you be taking up the new Bluetooth Headset being advertised by Sony, makes sense to use it than put the BIIIGG phone to the face :D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I actually plan on buying the SmartWatch 2 next month instead. I often have headphones plugged in to my phone anyway so this will be a great way to access my device without taking out of the pocket for calls etc :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] danilos2k:
ScottishSwan, if you have time can you pleease make us a video to show the speed and the app in tablet mode etc I will appreciate :)

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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Yeah no problem.

I will be making around 3 or 4 videos today about the Xperia Z Ultra. I will be sure to show those things you wanted ;)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] batna.antab:
Hey can you please do a video about the browser(chrome) performance in heavy websites(like theverge) and also some browser benchmarks, thanks.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I will do that for you. Is it just Chrome you want to see?

I will say this though, the Z Ultra is the only device i have used that can run Chrome smoothly. No lag or stuttering anyway. Its awesome!!

But yeah, i will post the videos here when they are made or you can keep an eye on my YouTube channel. I will have a lot more videos coming there over the next few days :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] batna.antab:
I just want to see chrome because it's the heaviest one, it's also my favorite one but unfortunately it didn't run well on every android that I used , even on ex flagships like the s3, one x, note 2 and padfone infinity(s600 can't make chrome fluid...) and I was wondering if the 2.2ghz and the new adreno will be enough.

Thanks.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I have to agree with you there. All of my previous devices could not run Chrome smoothly either.

My Nexus 10 almost ran it smoothly but it was still a little choppy in places. I think you are going to be very pleased with the performance of the Z Ultra ;)

I have not managed to find a single application that causes any kind of slow down or lag. Its like its running at a constant 60 FPS everywhere.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] batna.antab:
Damn it, almost regret my decision to not buy it when I was in hk for hk$4700(391£)...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ring_GT:
This phone's display is sick.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
I have to agree with you ;)

I am amazed at how nice everything looks on the Z Ultras screen.

Sent from my Sony Xperia Z Ultra
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] m3dd0g:
Good review i think i must buy one...

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[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] jack4uno:
How are your flaps? Mine seem to have some movement (slight play) and I can slightly press it near the metal dock connector as well.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] mozzy:
How is the shatter proof film on the ultra??

If it's the same as on the Z then it would get destroyed in no time especially since the ultra is made to be used with a stylus/pens/pencils???
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Mine are rock solid. Just make sure they are plugged in and i have no issues. They are flush.