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[General Topics] Michael_514:
Hi guys!

I am asking for some honest opinions here. I have an SX-66, but I won an HP4700 on ebay for my girlfriend. (Not a great machine, but the NICEST display I have seen in my life).

It's a little slow (not too bad, though), and doesn't have much RAM.

The display is CRAZY! Boy would I love my SX-66 with VGA!

Anyways, here is the issue:

I pay $420USD with case, memory and extra charger, etc.

The auction says it is perfect, and three months old from HP.

Fine.

I get it, and it has a little blue dot on the title bar on top! ARGH!!! Always lit. Damn.

Okay, so here is the question for you smart people:

I am not too thrilled about returning it, because I will lose in shipping, etc. etc. etc.

HOWEVER, I do believe that there should be a price attached to this problem.

If I were to sell a PPC on ebay and announce, "Warning: There is a dead pixel (always lit dot) near the start menu"...

...I think the bids will NOT be so high as a perfect screen.

The question is... by how much???

My girlfriend could live with the dot, it's not a big deal. Plus this is used, not retail. I don't expect perfection.

HOWEVER, I am an honest guy, so when I have to flip it on ebay, I will say "DEAD PIXEL". And I will lose high bids for that.

How much do you think it's worth?

An auction for the PPC+case+charger+cradle with PERFECT screen went for $420.

So how much less do you think would:

PPC+case+charger+cradle with PERMANENTLY LIT PIXEL go for?

I want to perhaps ask for a small discount.

$15?

$50?

$100?

How would it affect you if the auction said that???

Thanks!
[General Topics] AlanJC:
If it's only 3 months old, can't you contact HP and see if they will replace the screen under warranty?
[General Topics] jljones:
My first XDA2 had one stuck red pixel, and the shop replaced it with no argument.
[General Topics] azbro:
dead pixel...arrgh...

Got it the first day I received my XDA2 by mail.

Its one bright blue in color and its left of the screen...most visible when the background is dark.

Read the Dead Pixel policy by O2...arrrrgh..mine didn't qualify for a change.

But i still return it back just to see if the fix it for me. What I got back from the service center is the same old thing and scratches on my casing!
[General Topics] Michael_514:
Just to update y'all...

I called HP, and they said they would fix it under warranty!

:)
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sfhkorea:
is it available for separate charging text and owner_info text on lockscreen?

once i charging my phone, it's comes "charging" but if when no charging, it's appear for owner_info text??

please, help me~~ i need help from XDA~~ :crying::crying:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dh2311:
So I just got another xperia Z, used, from ebay, and there is 2 issues that i think could be warranty issues.

1) the tape under the seals is red, not white, showing water leakage? I saw reports of this from poeple on the forum, do sony cover repairing seals? This was the special launch bundle with headphones etc. so it is one of the first off the line

2) there is a blemish on the right hand corner, which lines up with where the dock clips in, could this have been caused by the dock? if so is this covered by warranty. See the images below
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MADNJPN:
I guess sony wont cover those small damages, I even got a small dot on a gorilla glass, I peeled of the screen protector but when I cleaned it with soft cloth I discovered very tiny dot (scratch) and I got very pissed, it is almost invisible but I hate to know that my phone has a scratch because I always take care of my phone and I'm very careful! I also was interested if the could polish the screen or something but they said it's not a factory damage and would not repair it. I had Xperia S and I promised myself not to buy SONY products because of build quality and again I did it! I'm very disappointed :( Hope Honami will be better
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dh2311:
Upon closer inspection, the issue with the screen is more because it has been replaced badly (didnt know this before), the corner is not stuck down properly, so sticks up and makes it easier to damage, all that has happened is the black bezel has come off a small chunk in the corner, meaning it is just clear, as it lights up when you turn the screen on. Also pushing on the sides of the screen presses on the actual LCD, just a really poor repair!

Still wondering about the pinkish tabs under the flaps though
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MADNJPN:
:X I cant imagine how you feel :X Take my deepest condolences
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hubriss:
It means those tabs have come in contact with water.They are originally white.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dh2311:
I know, but the seller swears its never been near water, and ive seen reports of leaky seals, as this is a launch day model its likely not been fixed, so would that be covered by warranty is the question
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hubriss:
I read somewhere that Sony service center refusing warranty(hardware related) if those indicators go pink.I don't really know if they are going to treat initial batches any differently.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Feddey:
They can easily be returned back to white using chlorine/bleach. I'm in no WAY saying the OP should do that, but i was wanted to leave this here.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hubriss:
Well..that's a great idea(if it works!) for those who want to claim warranty for hardware related problems.One could carefully rub some on it using an ear-bud or something. :cool:
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Feddey:
If you break your own device man up and pay up. The only reason i left this here was because it wasn't due to hardware.
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dh2311:
Just to update people on this, the phone is going back, the screen was poorly replaced and is loose on 2 corners, the back is also loose from where it has been dropped, so a combination of not well looked after and poor build quality really. Not going to stop me buying the honami on launch day though. I'm hoping for a Honami and Smartwatch 2 bundle :D
[Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Vaith:
Send this destroyed phone him back. He lied to you about phone. He must give your money back.
[Samsung Galaxy Mini] hardian_r:
Hello all,,

I need help,how to use apktool.apk,,because i dont have a pc..

I want to edit my system/app,,like systemUi.apk

after i compile > i didnt edit anything > so i recompile again > push 2 system/app > set the permision then rebot

After rebot i check the seting n i have a notice "apk isnt instaled"

I have try import framwork to,but its still same "apk isnt instaled"..

Any one can help me,,please give me a tutor how to succesful use it..

Thx b4 n sorry my bad engglish.. :D
[Samsung Galaxy Mini] F4uzan:
There's no such thing as apktool.apk, you'll need to use PC to decompile APK. Just go to cybercafe, or rent some PC.
[Samsung Galaxy Mini] hardian_r:
Check my pm in FB bro,,i cant post the link here.. .. :D
[Samsung Galaxy Mini] F4uzan:
Hmh... I did not receive your message. Here's my new FB > Click !
[Samsung Galaxy Mini] hardian_r:
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[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] Ben Ling:
Share Your Galaxy S4 Active's Home Screen Here With Everyone :D

Share The

- Launcher You're Using

- Wallpaper You're Using

- Widgets You're Using

- Themes Your're Using

And Others

Hit "Thanks" For That Post If You Think That Home Screen Is Beautiful Or Helpful For You :cool:
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] JEZZEJAMEZ:
Thanks op.

Deleted, can't get Tapatalk to post pic...

Launcher is tsf

Griffity theme

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I537 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] tmease1:
Right now at this second I'm doing a very minimal stock theme with apex launcher to see how apex will run on this phone. On my other home screens I have picture frame widgets. I don't like a lot of widgets on my home screens so it doesn't look cluttered. A nice, clean look is what I go for. By the end of the day I will end up switching back to TW Launcher because I actually am one of the few that likes TW.:)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] joshuadjohnson22:
It's a little more than a home screen :) I have nova launcher, wallpaper popped up with go launcher (which I don't use)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] dnkeyhnter:
Launcher- stock TW

Wallpaper- pic taken in Jacksonville, Fl
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] xliv:
View attachment 2193801

I just got my S4 last week and here's what I've got so far:

- Action Launcher Pro

- Wallpaper from flatro icon pack

- Dashclock and Google Search widgets

- No theme just flatro icon pack

FIRST POST!
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] steptaker:
Very minimal, nice.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] my-blue-snog-box:
Apex Launcher Pro

DCikonz pack

Google Now widget

Picture of my fiancé in my favorite flannel

Edit: added my LMT setup.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] PHOENIXROSE:
Minimalistic :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] solaris2k:
My home screen atm. Pretty much a copy of my Optimus G Pro home screen for now.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] k525ab:
My one, pic of night Moscow:D
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] ntothes:
View attachment 2207524

Nova prime

Uccw "motif clock"

Simplex icons
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] tmease1:
Apex

Nox Theme

JB Plus Clock

Next Nexus Live Wallpaper
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] solaris2k:
This weeks setup...

Nova Prime

iOS 7 clock uccw

Iridescent uccw

Eye in the Sky

Nox icon pack

Random wallpaper I found a while back also included below
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] miamidesigner:
Very simple yet elegant. :D
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] k525ab:
Deep Blue Theme

Stock trasparent Accuewidget

deep blue theme icons

S4 Active shy livewallpapper
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] msmall22:
I flashed this theme and ended up with a power icon covering half of my clock and can't work out how to get rid of it! [/IMG]
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] k525ab:
I dont know about deodex version..I have odex one
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] msmall22:
I'm on stock mf7
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] yankeesfan714:
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I537
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] k525ab:
try this one from russian forum patched to 9295, i flashed it.

http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=494070&view=findpost&p=24586893
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] msmall22:
Thanks but the download link seems to be broken
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] k525ab:
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=494070&st=0#entry24586893
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] ztmike:
Weather Channel widget, with live wallpaper
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] lances1027:
Just rooted yesterday and installed the Nottach Xposed installer (Many thanks to the Dev for that) and still doing some tweaking but I am digging it so far!!
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] APeter001:
View attachment 2277989

Apex launcher, DCikonZ font, Red Blast Apex skin, Small icons Apex theme icon pack

Oh, widgets are the clock from 4.3, google search. I have also "Active Apps" widget which does not display correctly on Apex but works fine as a shortcut to the Active Applications page.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] Olaeli:
Lockscreen from my workphone.

Working at a royal government agency. :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] gatoraid84:
My color screen themer launcher
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] emaster97:
Standard touchwiz launcher.

Wallpaper from S4 Active Wallpaper Thread

LMT Pie controls

Wanam Xposed elements are being used (status bar & dark multi window theme)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] captaincado:
Google Aosp Rom, Apex Pro Launcher, Gravity Box and Transparent Weather.

SENT FROM MY ?
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] yankeesfan714:
Axis icons, earth HD live wallpaper.

Sent from my GT-I9295
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] etruj:
using nova launcher

made the wallpaper using some things i saw on deviantart

modded some whitepulse icons

used Holler! wht icon pack
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] mythi:
On TW MF5 / One Screen ... No shortcuts ... black TW theme from a friend to save battery :p
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] :
CM 10.2 AOSP ROM

cLock (Chronus) widget%

Nova Prime w/ Lumos icons

Edited HTC One wallpaper

Pretty basic but extremely fast and clean. It really shines with it's gestures, xuimod and other xposed elements that can't be shown in a picture.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] HomerPSG67:
Rom stock 4.2 root my launcher is themer the best for me
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] HomerPSG67:
And the next screen
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] ewa12321:
Nice one. I love this wallpaper, can you share it please?

Wysłane z mojego GT-I9295 przy użyciu Tapatalka
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] :
Sure, I've attached the original and my edited version.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] gnaredo:
My desktop screen
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] боиззана:
Full stock :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] thebehemoth73:
Where did you get that wallpaper
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] dirra:
Here is my homescreen.

I'm using Smart Launcher.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] боиззана:
İ using Zedge. You can get my other favorite wallpapers at here.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] captaincado:
My Color Screen Themer Beta....deleted a lot of widgets to get minimalistic.

Sent from my......
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] :
I've had to reset my phone recently and decided I'll try a new look for the fun of it. Not sure if I like it, maybe a little too iOS7-ish. If anybody wants to know more specific details on how to re-create my appearances, PM me and I'll be happy to help.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] jijitronix:
My home screen Destiny :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] namitutonka:
N/A
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] ashimiyy:
Solo launcher Android L theme.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] боиззана:
Using Nova Launcher and UCCW Widget. Wallpaper from Zedge :)
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] thisisapoorusernamechoice:
Nova launcher, I can't recommend it highly enough to those who dislike the TouchWiz look

Picture of my doggies :) and I just googled "galaxy", although the Schrodinger eqn was harder to pull of than I care to admit lol

Transparent weather clock, torch, data counter, and the weather channel widgets

Nova's Google KitKat Icon theme (but I changed all the color options back to the old JB blue hex code) and I think I also made the icons slightly bigger too
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] jpcdeux:
Kate Upton leaked photo
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] timmytron:
::Update::

Running 5.0.1 [OC7] with GNL/GEL and XGELs and various Xposed apk's

-

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[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] thisisapoorusernamechoice:
Just out of curiosity how are you liking Google now launcher performance-wise? I'm used to nova but I'm curious how Google now is
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] timmytron:
If you are asking me, I love it. Much better than TouchWiz. And while Nova and the like are great, I like the seamless feel of GNL.
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] sarb900:
My last setup

nova launcher, zooper material, horizon icon pack
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] jmsonicbox:
nova launcher, one icon pack, one black icon pack, circle launcher widget for contacts, zooper widgets
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] Chiinau:
Here is my homescreen

I like it simple and clean
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] timmytron:
Updated sinse Lollipop

..
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] jaksback:
-Buzz Launcher

-unk artist for wallpaper

-zooper widget

-my own theme
[Galaxy S 4 Active Themes and Apps] cizgifilm:
Minimalistic
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] PrO...:
Well I'm stuck in a group text from hell and I can't get out! Sometimes though the mms doesn't download and is really annoying. My first question is, Is this a network issue? My second question is how can I block these messages? I've tried a few apps and one worked for a while but stopped and they kept coming through.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] metro77279:
You can always call sprint and have those number blocked and the messages or calls from those numbers won't come in at all. Or you can they root call blocker from the market.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] D_Smuv_:
To fix your mms problem go to Access Points then set your APN "1" THEN SAVE AND REBOOT THAT WILL FIX YOUR PROBLEM AMD THE GROUP MESSAGE JUST TELL THE PERSON WHO CREATED THE MESSAGE TO DELETE U FROM THE CONVO
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] PrO...:
The thing is we've all tried to get out at some point but nobody will let anyone escape its horror. That's why I need a blocker from the phone because I don't want to block the numbers completely from calling just the group text. Is access point in messaging settings?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] D_Smuv_:
u go to setting, more, mobile network, access point
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note II] PrO...:
I don't have that option under mobile network.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Any of you read the review? That guy has no clue what he is talking about and comes across as a hater.

For him to say the display was mediocre and outclassed by other phones like the S4 and One, i do not know what to say.

Granted this is his opinion but i have been owning tech and phones for years now and i think i know a good display when i see one, either that or he got a dud for review.

You can see from my YouTube channel i own all the latest phones etc and i think the Z Ultra has the best display i have seen on a phone so when a big tech site says otherwise.... am i blind or what am i missing? Makes no sense.

But yeah, i think the review they put up was crap to put it lightly.

Thoughts?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] daleski75:
Have a quick look at this post makes for an interesting read and I am with holding judgement until I see it in person but from the video's the display looks pretty good to me.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=44630248&postcount=191
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Yeah she is a little OCD for my liking.

I like to view things from a general perspective of the average person. Not someone who like to analyze every pixel under a microscope.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] daleski75:
All that matters is who ever buys the phone is happy with the screen and if not return it and get another phone and it looks miles better than the screen on the Z which looks frankly awful when I compared it to my HTC One.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Exactly. I do not understand why we have to over analyze everything these days.

Almost all high end flagship devices i think 98% of the world would be happy with, it is all personal preference.

For instance, the screen on the original Z sucked but, i liked it more than my S4 and HTC One simply because of the button placement on the device. I enjoyed every time i picked the phone up the buttons where right under my thumb, loved that.

So again, what i like someone else may hate.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
Just posted this in another thread.

Review at PhoneArena which I thought was very fair and comprehensive.

http://www.phonearena.com/reviews/Sony-Xperia-Z-Ultra-Review_id3388

And their Video review.

[YOUTUBE]mudmyb0KfDA[/YOUTUBE]

this quote sums it up nicely for me "If you aren't worried about pocketability or one-handed operation, you won't be disappointed by the rest" :good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Just watched it and yes indeed, that review was professionally done.

I am just not a fan of reviews in general and slapping a score out of 10 on the end of it. Each review is 1 persons opinion and there opinion should not dictate the overall perception of a device.

However, not everyone is in the position of trying each phone they are interested in before buying so a lot rely on reviews and scores etc, it is just frustrating when a certain place under rates 1 device but vastly over rates another.

Thanks for the post though.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Here's the Pocket Now video review

[YOUTUBE]QnTl4_EFZOw[/YOUTUBE]

---------- Post added at 03:48 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:44 PM ----------

Yep, it's extremely hard, if not impossible to be 100% objective, so things like this will (sadly) happen. I hope Anandtech will review the Ultra. If you haven't read their reviews before then hold your hat; they are awsome. A good example of this is the HTC One review. Read it if you haven't yet. It'll take you a long time to read it all, but it's worth it.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
Thanks for that. I owned 3 HTC ones and all of them where duds. All had annoying defects etc. 1 of the most over rated devices of the last 2 years for me.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] wrxdrunkie:
I mean no offense by this but that is definitely not the vibe I got from you when watching your "HTC One Do Not Buy" video...

It is interesting though. We have this pocketnow review and a fellow member that both agree the display is meh. When I see this video though I honestly think the display looks better on the Ultra. Will have to wait for mine to come in to make a final conclusion though.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ScottishSwan:
All the Ones i had, there flaws where obvious and the quality control in general was just poor. HTC came up with a design that they could not manufacture to a standard they where promoting. Zero Gap? Biggest joke i have heard, gaps everywhere.

I just mean i am not one of these people if i get a dead pixel on my display that i freak out. If there are more than 20 yes but 1 or 2 is not an issue as thats just the nature of most LCDs etc.

But The One in general just left a bad impression, did not feel premium as much as it tried to be.

Trust me on the Ultra display though, its fantastic!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ring_GT:
ultra display

I also do not understand how someone can call the ultra`s display as mediocre.

I had a chance to play with the S4 and yes, amoled is amoled with all the contrast and saturation etc.. but its sometimes too much

it hurts my eyes. lol. I guess everyone has their own standards on what a good display is, but I definitely think the Ultra`s display is best for me.

It really was a toss-up between the Ultra and htc one for me, as the htc one display is almost the same level as the Z ultra in my eyes,

but Snapdragon 800 and the bigger display won. And the fact that HTC is going down, who knows when they will cough up and stop updating their flagships?

To Summarize, I am with you in saying Z Ultra has one of the best, if not the best display on the market. But if other people think its mediocre, its their opinion.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ERICTHK:
Yes, I also agree that the Z Ultra's display is one of the best on the market right now. It's not mediocre, not by a long shot.

The screen really shines when I play games on it. One of the games that amazed me of its display quality is Samurai II: Vengeance (available around 3 bucks from Play store).

Set the brightness to full, load that game up & I'm instantly pleased with the bright & colorful details. The text is crisp & easy on eyes. The "Okami" style background of the game is an absolute pleasure to watch on Z Ultra's display.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Zuber:
What can you do with password lock on

Hi,

A quick questions if you don't mind...

I have to have password lock enabled for security because of policies.

What functions are available with the password lock still enabled. e.g. Are you able to jot quick notes and take photos without having to unlock by entering the password first ?

Thanks,

Zuber
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ERICTHK:
Hi Zuber,

I currently have Calendar & Gmail set up on lock screen, together with Camera Quick Launch.

So far, only Camera Quick Launch (You can take photos) without having to password unlock first.

All other functions will require you to unlock by entering password.

Hope the info above helps.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Zuber:
Thanks, so I can take photos so part way there :) I'm surprised there is no quick Note taking option though ? Or is that because you don't have Note app on your shortcuts ?