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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bjoostema:
Still hope

I think the only option that we have is to get Hashcode to hook us up with another functioning SS. The BL may never again be unlocked and the longer it remains unlocked the further development will slip from our grasp. We just need a recovery right now to get thing stirred up on the dev side of things. I mean, why bother putting your heart, soul and skill into building a kick ass firmware that no one can flash. We would have to pull together and make it work Hashcode's time to do this. He is incredibly talented and as such is likely incredibly busy with other projects. I would gladly donate but we'd all have to pull together and have something worth presenting. Just my thoughts anyways. As of right now, I thoroughly regret getting an s4, but that is likely to change as I still feel there is a possibility to see this device reach it's full potential.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] SomeGuyDude:
It's a real shame, too, because one huge reason Android has enjoyed its boost over Apple was the openness. The more things lock down... well, the less reason people will have to endorse it over an iPhone. A completely bolted down Android phone might have a few advantages like more alternative apps to things (keyboards, cameras, etc), plus a bigger screen, but it's not really a giant difference.

It's ironic that this is happening simultaneously with Google fragmenting the OS into individual apps to make it easier for them to update it rather than being stuck under carriers.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] joshm.1219:
The ironic part is that them making parts of the OS into apps is what kills their own openness. Every time google comes out with a new app it means that the AOSP version, or open source version, never gets updated. Everything they put in the play store is close sourced replacing open sourced. The new nexus launcher is close sourced, the AOSP one will never be updated. Same thing with Hangouts, now AOSP messaging will never be updated.

Google framework services is close sourced and now you need to hook anything into another app like maps data.

Google needs to do it because there's a lot of value in their source obviously. Really I believe it's because of Samsung. They have so much share of android phones now that Google and Samsung are both worried about much each rely on each other. The more stuff Google closes down the more Samsung relies on them.

Sent from the 215
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] trook:
Hashcode is working on it. We need to set up as donation thread. A NO GUARANTEES but thanks anyway donation thread.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] bjoostema:
I'd be more than happy to assist in any way that I can. I think that's a great idea and just let me know how I can help. I have no idea how to set up a donation thread but I will gladly throw down.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 318sugarhill:
I know this thread is old, but with the future of Samsung Locked Bootloaders, what's the future of Development look like for Samsung devices? I see today an unlocked Dev edition of the S5 for Verizon was released. If I were to upgrade in the future to a Developer Edition, will there be any development for it?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] mike.s:
Your answer awaits.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jamesd1085:
Outlook good...seems legit
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brizey:
Unfortunately, dev editions often have the least amount of development...which is kind of weird. Same with Google editions. The g tab ge edition has less development than the mainstream tablet that has a locked bootloader (but can use Loki like us). And look no further than right here. Very few of us have the dev edition.

I think this whole scene is going to crash and burn within a few years. It will be like car mods in the early 2000s. The zeitgeist will move on.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 318sugarhill:
That really sucks. I'm not a dev, but since I have to pay full retail for a phone to keep my unlimited, I have no problem going with a Dev edition phone. I completely understand the need for security and locking down boot loaders (As much as we all hate it) but Dev editions are for us who want to modify them. It just sucks all around I guess. I've grown to like my S4, and would stick with Samsung....but I feel LG calling my name in the future....unless they start locking down too.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tech_head:
LG G3 or the Sony Z2 if it hits Verizon.

I'll never buy another Samsung phone. NSA, KNOX.......
[Google Chromecast] cammykool:
approaxamitely one a day for the last week since i cant back to clolrado after buying my CC in California and sice i have its been nothing but problems all seemingly network realted

the first issue was the chromecast was asking for a different IP then it was getting that was fixed by just assigning it that IP

since doing that about once a day i need to unplug and re plug in my uncles router to get any device to see the Chromecast but the CC sits at thw Ready to Cast screen like nothing is wrong.

is that device related?

or network?
[Google Chromecast] cammykool:
no one?
[Google Chromecast] firesoul453:
More info about your problwm
[Google Chromecast] cammykool:
i gave quite a bit
[Google Chromecast] rbeavers:
Reset the router.
[Google Chromecast] cammykool:
I do that daily
[Google Chromecast] rbeavers:
Not just unplug it, hold the rest button down for 30 seconds unplug it. Still holding the button down plug it back in holding the reset button down for 30 seconds.

And / Or go into the routers menu and do a full system reset.
[Google Chromecast] picopir8:
I noticed that if I open an app while not on my home network and then background it, then if I launch the app when I return to the network, it usually will not have the cast icon. This is fixed by killing the app from the backgrounded app list (soft button that looks like two rectangles on jellybean, not sure what it is really called) and then relaunch.

One time this did not fix it. My router was the issue though and preventing my devices from seeing the chromecast. I reset the router using the routers reset button. After the reset, everything worked great.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] phkaccess:
Does anyone know if there are differences in the serial port between Blue Angel and earlier HTC versions. I have an app that runs well on earlier, even Win SE versions, but not on Blue Angel. Is the wiring different?

Did anyone encounter difficulties too?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] mikealder:
The only time I've had trouble is when receive all check box is set in the settings / connections for IRdA, or secondly if I've been using my pocket keyboard, I then need to run the keyboard settings and tell it that I want serial port - Mike
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakeesh_j:
So now that Android 4.3 is out and we supposedly have BT 4 LE support, I'm wondering if anybody has found any good heart rate monitors that work with the Nexus 4. I looked at the Polar H7, but one reviewer has already indicated that it still doesn't work with the N4. So, anybody know of any good ones that do work?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RASTAVIPER:
There are already applications that do the trick and they don't have any need of 4.3

Just type heart rate at play store.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] palmboy5:
Having to hold your phone and keep a finger steadily on the camera isn't even close to being as useful or battery efficient as bluetooth connecting to something strapped to your arm.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakeesh_j:
Yeah I need something that monitors heart rate while I am cycling for several hours, running, or otherwise working out. Something compatible with strava or edmondo that isn't expensive as hell (the Polar H7 is the cheapest while being accurate - but it is reported incompatible with the N4.)
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] badboy47:
Try Runtastic Heart Rate. Its works really good!!! I been using it for along time. You dont need any extra accessories. Just put your finger on the flash light; it will do the rest.

FEATURES:

* Measure your pulse with the camera on your smartphone

* See your HRM results in a graph

* Variety of different, instant measurement types: resting HR, maximum HR, and HR before/after cardio

* Upload, store, and analyze your exercise results on the runtastic fitness site, www.runtastic.com

* Share your HRM results via your social networks: Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and E-mail
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakeesh_j:
Ugh...what's the best way to explain to several people that you don't want to hold your finger on your phone for several hours while you ride your bike?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Lord_alias:
While being fantastic the new Bluetooth standard is also very buggy and a battery hog, so using one for a few hours along side another athletic assistant app would result in either a dead battery or a dead network board due to the heat.

Although rudimentary the light method is very accurate and easy to use, just use benchmarks and stop to take it rather the stream of data you are looking for.

Your best bet is to get a real heart rate monitor that saves to SD so you can compile at home, trying to get an accessory for a phone will only cost you twice as much for half as much efficiency.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Miragechaser:
Runtastic Bluetooth

I've been using the Runtastic Smart Bluetooth Monitor for the last few weeks and I really like it. I don't notice the strap hardly at all when I'm running. The app is great too and mine came with a free upgrade to Runtastic Pro.

http://www.amazon.com/Runtastic-Heart-Rate-Combo-Monitor/dp/B00B84JQSE
[General Questions and Answers] sandeepdarklord:
Somebody plz add Xperia jellybean icon for tout in my Xperia u earlier I got the icons based Xperia z but in that there was no social networking icons such as line we chat tout YouTube etc so somebody plz add it I'm waiting....
[HTC One X+] ali_loly10:
it is just a question to see if there is still work and people developing the at&t version

i'm sadly saying this that i regret getting this phone, so much power yet limited development due to crappy manufacturer and carrier
[HTC One X+] kingofnice:
Sure there is.
[HTC One X+] poojiggles7:
ive had this phone since december and ive been following it...just recently flashed the viper rom and am pretty happy with the performance. As for AOSP and such development, it got pretty close before the dev had to abandon the device because it was taking too much of his time. hopefully the dev he sent the phone to can figure it all out soon, and hopefully if we get the Sense 5, 4.2.2 update it will help!
[HTC One X+] evoschecter:
I bought this phone after "Exploring" the Windows Lumina phones. And STILL bought a Nexus 4 because of the development. I agree, hopefully there will be a Dev who will show mercy on us AT&T customers and port Sense 5 and 4.2. to our beloved and much hated AT&T HTC One X+ . Even though I don't use the X+ much I still check the 2 roms out there for us and use them daily for a week or two. I miss Sense *Hint Hint*
[HTC One X+] yourguitarist:
As far as I know, Steve is the only one who's been working on it. Turge has been working on the one and lloir shipped his off to a new dev but I haven't heard any updates about that but his team is still making progress on aosp
[Wildfire General] Stone. Cold:
Hey I've re edited this thread due to it's dead xD but I still edited this anyway

Now then how to edit CM changelog in CM settings?

Ok then, firstly you must be a ROM developer, if not then become one, take the challenge:confused:

Lets start of with something simple :)

1. open up your ROM zip file

2. go to system, then open up etc

3. look for CM_changelog.txt

4. open up that, then erase the entire text in there

Ok cool, now you've done that right? Oh ok cool, now then why I asked you to do this is that so you can insert your own very changelog, incase someone goes to CM system settings they can always feel free to look at what's changed in your ROM. This can be very useful, you do know that right?

Anyways, just start adding your own change log and set it out to how you want it to be :cool:

ENJOY!

Hit the thanks, if you think this was useful :good:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] kakashiwagner:
Hello Guys like to know where can I find the official factory ROM Samsung Galaxy Skyrocket I727?

Already searched but not found
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] hotbyz168:
Go to the stickies in the developer section and check vincom's one stop thread. Everything is there.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] lazer77:
Sammobile.com
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] louis_wong27:
Hi everyone,

I had just rooted my stock i747 (Telus) now, and it was all going well until I couldn't boot into CWM. I read this thread (scroll down to bottom where it talks about "What to do if Phone Boots into Stock Recovery (Android Recovery) instead of CWM"): androidtelegraph.com/guide-install-clockworkmod-cwm-recovery-on-samsung-galaxy-s3-gt-i9300/

In short, I had deleted the two files: "recovery-from-boot.p.", and "install-recovery.sh" in attempt to solve my issue to boot into CWM. Once in CWM, I followed this guide to install a stable CyanogenMod ROM: galaxys3root.com/galaxy-s3-roms/how-to-install-custom-rom-on-rooted-galaxy-s3/

This is where the trouble begins. First, when I attempted to wipe data/factory reset, there was an error. If I recall, it was an error dealing with the mounting of something (probably the stock ROM). Nevertheless, it continued to wipe the data. Next, when I browsed to find the ROM inside the directory and pressed Yes to start installing the ROM, this is where I could not continue. It gave me an error and I do not know how to fix it. I was wondering if it would have to do with the fact that I deleted "recovery-from-boot.p." and "install-recovery.sh" previously.

What went wrong? What do I do? Any feedback would be appreciated! Thanks in advance.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] aybarrap1:
If you can boot into your phone then just use ROM manager to flash CWM again. You also use ADB.

Your other option is to go into Download Mode and use ODIN to install TWRP.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] louis_wong27:
Do the 2 files I deleted affect the flashing of any ROM? If so, how do I get those 2 files back? What is the point of flashing CWM again?? Sorry as I am totally new to all of this!
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Bruce Lee:
Basically I would do what the guy told you above. I would also download the ROM you want to flash again and try again without modifying anything. You shouldn't have to modify anything unless the Dev told you otherwise.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
My galaxy s2 took a dump on my fiancee the other day and wouldn't charge, it had been charging with just one of our USB cables

and only if it was held in the right way. we had been told that it was not covered under our Sprint repair since it was out of warranty

and there was signs of water damage to the charging port. that was last month.

I wish i had the Spec sheet that details what should be connected where and with what specifications.

if anyone is able to confirm that the supposive DIODE is a diode that would be great.

also if anyone knows the resistance on the resistor that would be nice aswell.

oh and what pins are actually used on the port and where they connect to(i have fallowed the traces but they seem to disappear after a while.

This is what i'm working on...

Leading up to complete failure:

1. Phone only charged with 1 of our Micro USB cables, previously it was any of them.

2. USB cable had to be propped up and bent in a certain direction to charge.

3. Previous battery failure(puffy)

4. Slight water damage from long ago(16+ months ago) did not show any residue on this particular area.

Complete failure

1. Not charging on any USB(original charging port used, same one i use to charge my HTC)

2. No lights/sounds/vibrations

Hypothesis

1. Charging port is loose/disconnected resulting in a bad connection and/or inadequate charging

2. Water damage(non-repairable Motherboard)

Inspection

1. using a voltmeter i found that pin 1(photo above) was not connected to the board properly, i could get a connection from the top of the elbow, but not at the base/board/resistor connections.

2. water damage residue(calcium), seemed to have come in through the battery panel?

Attempts to Resuscitate

1. cleaned off water damage residue from the board.

2. Re-soldered the connections to the board by adding additional solder.

Issues during attempts

(During this process i had bridged a few connections and had to get as much off and cut the connections apart with a razor)

(this took quite a bit off effort and the soldering iron is not a high quality iron(may have burnt the DIODE? as it is causing resistance in either

direction)

Afterwords.

1. Phone notification light blinks blue consistently, and with every blink the intensity dims more and more until it is unrecognizable

2. While holding POWER and VOLUME-DOWN the screen turns on and says the battery is dead and cannot enter download mode.

3. Battery seems to get a slight charge but not enough to turn on the phone/screen
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] patrao_n:
Get an external charger first. That way you can determine if it is indeed just the port. Although I will say that it is just the port. Because you said it can enter download mode. Just not stay there. I have not seen much info for this. But at least grabbing a couple anker batteries and an anker charger would help you out in the mean time.

sent from my Provari with a mini rda!

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Also if you can I would order the usb port off ebay. Just make sure its for your phone. If you dont have solder wick you should get it. Pretty much just a copper braid that can be used in between the solder and your tip so you can remove the solder. Trust me when I say using a blade on a board can be very bad. There are layers that can be severed. If its severed it becomes a huge pain to fix if even fixable.

sent from my Provari with a mini rda!

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Thode bpth look like capacitors to me in this pic. Could be wrong though. Also in this picture the top one should be making a connection to that leg you said was messed up. Does it still connect? When you get the thing apart again can you get some more pictures? Especially in that area?

sent from my Provari with a mini rda!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
I should.. i was just hoping i could fix this one in a jiffy xD

Ohhhh... i know. i'm just flat broke atm, i used a few old wires i had laying around(to almost no avail.)

that is next on my electronics repair arsenal...

Good call sir. i had no idea what they were, and was testing them for there resistance.

-Quick google search http://www.oocities.org/vk3em/smtguide/smtpics.htm)

There was a issue and it would not connect from the USB to the capacitor labeled in Green. the connection was severed between the high point of the leg and the soldered point of the leg. Afterwords the leg is making very a good connection between USB and capacitor.

Yes by all means, this is just a picture i pulled off of google, but i can take pictures when i open it back up. i'll probably do more work on it to test the capacitors(if i can figure out there rating) or when i get a new port to replace the current one.

Does anyone know the capacitors ratings for this section of the board?

a nice data sheet would be perfect but i don't think samsung would leak something like that.

Side note...

I REALLY need a heat gun for SMD replacements xD
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JayDroid412:
Charge dock is a shifty repair on our device.... So much so that I don't even do it. Its about as successful as reflowing a ps3.

Android Tech @ UBreakiFix Pittsburgh
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
Agreed, i thought i was just going to be adding a dab of solder until it ended up bridging and i had to get all dirty with it.

P.S. my soldering iron tip looks like a jagad splinter of wood because my dremel tips are missing.

also the close SMD's could have been spaced out a bit more... its like they wanted it to be difficult...
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] graydiggy:
If you need someone else to check it out and possibly fix it, I have the tools and skills needed. If you didn't do too much damage.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
That's mighty kind of you, but i don't think thats necessary, sending stuff to people i hardly know isn't my #1's option right now lol, but if i do consider it Toast, i'll send you the MOBO and if you fix it you can sell it on ebay? they go for about 50$+, Clean ESN and all.

if i could get your pro opinion, do you think that excessive heat(pencil iron) could cause those SMD's to fry? i'm mostly concerned about the round one with 6 leads to it, i'm thinking its a 555 timer, but idk
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] graydiggy:
Prolonged heat can fry them as well as high heat. Never use more than 25w on a motherboard. I use between 15 and 20w.

If you have Flux, always use it for small projects. It will help keep the solder flowing to where it needs to go and greatly reduce bridging. It even keeps components from heating up too fast.

I am a fairly well known member here. You could ask almost anyone and they will tell you I'm no trouble. I do understand though.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
i'm using a dinky 10$ pencil from Radeoshack and i only heated the board up for short intervals between letting it cool down, at most 5-7 seconds(very rarely).

what do you think would fry this? time/temp wize

I used to use flux alot, but i switched to an Sal Ammoniac block(Tinning Block) i picked the idea up from my old jewelry teacher, she used it to tin her soldering irons for Stained Glass. it works WONDERS! and if i drop a few crumbs of it on a dirty solder/rust spot and heat it up, it eats the corrosion like i eat ice cream :).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQMnu5_eqbs
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] graydiggy:
Temp wise... I'm not to sure. But as far as time goes, I only heat until it flows and lift the iron off. Any longer and the heat tends to transfer down the trace and can lift SMDs or weaken a different solder joint. Prolonged heat will also burn through traces. I learned this from modification to game consoles. Then you have to either jump the trace with wire or pencil a new one. Even a small crack in a trace will ruin a project and is almost impossible to find.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIT4ra6Mo0s

Time: 18:18

well i probably went over the 2 second suggestion, my tip was too small, and i am not sure how much pressure i put down, probably not too much but idk.... xD why do i not practice on cheaper things???

lolz also the traces on the board seem to "Vanish" beneath the surface.. and they don't re-appear on the other side
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] graydiggy:
That's why they are impossible to find. Lol.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] patrao_n:
They vanish because that board is layered. If you messed up a trace in the middle of the board you would not be able to fix it. I would take some macro pics inside the usb port if you can. One of the legs inside could be corroded or broken. Finding this out would let you know your next move. Ecen if you managed to perfectly solder everything if there is a leg missing it would not matter.

Here is what mine looks like. Granted its dirty. But does your pins lay down. And do you have them all?

sent from my Provari with a mini rda!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Tom.Molyn:
True, that was my first check, i've been able to fix this issue before with a needle and or wire to clean/adjust the spring legs inside the port.

Sadly that was not the case, i cut a Micro USB cable up and tested from Mid wire to the legs. the top of the leg was connected to the wire, the bottom(soldered) side of the leg was not. there was a break in between, even though i could not see it.