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[Galaxy Note 3 General] ckhurana:
Hi All!

An update, i put in the Delhi Vodafone SIM in, Calls / GPRS are up! Not sure about the 3G though, will need to check that,

Now, need to check how the updates happen. And I also need to check the apps which I should have before I start using this...

Also, please advice on taking backups? Via APP, Via KIES? How should i do these?

Let me know guys, I am an Android starter, so will need some start tips, although will surely pick up fast!

Thanks again!
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AnjniG:
Try Helium. it needs a play store app and a desktop app and no roots required!!

I tried using it and it is good to go for most apps, I backed up candy crush and hill climb racing :).
[Galaxy Note 3 General] jdomadia:
If your mobile has french firmware whenever France get update u will get updates in India, backup of contact keep in Google ac, so any time u factory reset once u put ur google ac u will get all your contacts sync, for other backup u can use kies.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sobhan06:
Wait for a day or two !! I got it today morning only.. Updates are being released in batches :D
[Galaxy Note 3 General] drfaizan:
Regional Lock Away App

Hi Guys,

My firware version is XXUDMJ7

My phone is regional locked.

Can I unlock it using the regional lock away app?

I heard it supports only 3 versions. I am confused whether mine is supported or not?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] anandpo:
I think after KK update there is one new change in Accessibility - Mobility - Assistance Menu. By enabling it you can get various on screen shortcut menu.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] anjan_oleti:
Updated to Kitkat on the Republic day :P

So far so good :)
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sandsm:
After 4.2.2 update the touch screen becomes unresponsive quiet frequently , only way to get it working is to long press power button and quit power menu.

Also video takes too long to start to start playing almost 40-50 seconds in MX Player.

Additonal Info :

I have Exynos version.

I have never rooted the phone or installed CFW.

I have triend doing cache wipe & factory default from recover menu .

Can someone please help ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] arjunedaz:
4.4.2 update memory card issue

Hi guys..I need some help here. After updating to kk I am unable to write on the memory card. I can access the card from my files and delete stuff if I want but it can't be done via an app

For example I cannot delete a video from mx player but I can delete video from my files. Also apps like gaoler lock cannot access memory card
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AnjniG:
2 hours after OTA to kitkat:

screen becomes unresponsive very frequently.

homescreen wallpaper goes black often.

hangs and freezes many times.

I have done a factory reset immediately after the update.

any pointers to what can be causing this or if anyone is also facing same issue?? I don't want to root it as i got it yesterday!!

after a reboot things seems OK but its to soon to say so let's see1
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
Looking at these posts Im thinking whether or not to change from the Russian kitkat which seems quite stable to the Indian one.

Any suggestions whether I should stay with the Russian one or change to the Indian one.

Thanks

Sunny
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
kitkat update problems

the update has increased the battery life and the performance is better in my case..but i'm seeing many ppl are having trouble..even after a hard reset they are reporting that they are facing many problems..weird..anyways i would suggest them to consult with service center immediately..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
If there is a problem again then wipe cache from recovery and install the firmware from ODIN after downloading if from sammobile.

If you don't have any problem then don't change it.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
Too late :)

Already wiped (data and cache) and now flashing Indian 4.4.2 via ODIN
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
Same case with me. Getting 30+ hours of battery backup with 3G/wifi always on now after the update and no issues except Mx player reports unsuppoeted OS.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
What's the screen on time. 30 hours is fabulous. After update even I am getting better battery life but around 3.5 -4 hours of screen on time. Around 16 hours life and wifi 3G always on
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
I have wiped data and cache. Flashed the Indian Rom via ODIN. Now Kies shows the CSC:NA3 SER and says your device cannot be updated via kies. How do I know its the Indian KITKAT and still not the russian one. SER probably is the russian CSC!! Confused!!
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
40% of 30 is 12 hours. I will post the actual time once the battery has drained to 10%.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
Ser is not Indian. It is the Russian ROM. Did you download the firmware from sammobile?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
Yes. Im wondering how to go back to the Indian firmware. Im not rooted.Tried wiping data and cache and flashed via odin.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
The chart shows usage as a percentage of battery consumption Not total hours, so that calculation is incorrect. Press on screen and you will find actual hours.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
Can you post the screen shot of about device tab?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sachinaik:
So Indians do not have any choice but to swallow whatever Sammy gives.

No reviews.

No previews.

No demo unit.

:(
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rkkaranrk:
Don't know what made you say this I have bought from local dealers and never faced any problem.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rg1973:
Hmm what about HTC one max ? Only thing it won't have is SD card , I tried the HTC one and it was a hell of a phone but no SD which yo me sucks
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sachinaik:
Well you can always buy HTC one dual SIM. It has a micro sd slot and is exact replica of HTC one in design and specs.

From one SIM you can call the other SIM and actually hear it ringing !

It comes with android 4.2.2 and advantage with HTC is that you don't have to customize to get Loud audio etc.

Out of the box it's perfect.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] StylishMafia:
Rumors are claiming it won't have snapdragon 800..only 2gb ram..no stylus...you can see where this is going. xD
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sachinaik:
I still believe it's good deal.

It'll be more smoother and more multitasking (no crapware).

But I do hate the stupid 4MP camera...
[Galaxy Note 3 General] StylishMafia:
Well in India its even more expensive than note 3..I'd guess like 52..not worth it
[Galaxy Note 3 General] CLARiiON:
Someone trying very hard to sell HTC phones.. LOL
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
i called Samsung smartphone cafe in kolkata..they are saying gn3 will b available from tomorrow evening..but im hoping to get a discount..so that i can buy some accessories..:(
[Galaxy Note 3 General] kannanX10:
just tried a N9005 demo unit at my friend's smartcafe..............N9005 is blazing with no lags whatsoever even camera opens instantly and its also using the same camera sensor exmor RS(IMX135) which is also used in i9500 but it records 4k videos fluidly along with 1080p@60fps.........

we will have to see how indian octacore N9000 performs against N9005 snapdragon.........

dealer price(DP) is 46,990
[Galaxy Note 3 General] bhairavp:
So are we getting the Exynos or the Snapdragon 800? I played with a demo piece in Heera Panna today, and it had the 4K resolution recording option in the video menu, indicating the Snapdragon variant.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Manojas:
mittgan New

The Octa core had huge problems in S4 & Sammy is again porting an revised & rejected technology - Octa Core to Indian/Asian users . Don't fall for the trap . Have bought many mobiles of Sammy & i am giving the Octa Core version a skip . Would look to get the 800, when i go to Dubai next month .
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
we are not going to dubai lol..so what can we do?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Manojas:
LOL.............then buy something which is value for your money . Don't buy crap, just because everybody is buying it . Use your brains . I hope i am not asking for too much . LOL .
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
Samsung is sending sd800 versions of gn3 as demo units..WHY? so that we can't check if this octa core version also overheats like its predecessor or not?:confused: something's very fishy about it..

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i was confused between sony z1 and gn3,..but sony z1 isn't getting good ratings by reviwers..and the camera (main usp) is not that good..also the screen has yellowish hue/tint..large ugly bezels..no unique software feature..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Manojas:
Look at G2 & Z1 or wait for the Maxx . No point in wasting ur money on this octa crap . Better buy a Note 2 .
[Galaxy Note 3 General] StylishMafia:
I'm buying the note 3 tomorrow...ill provide a review on it tomorrow

Although maybe the s800 as demo seems suspicious

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I'm buying the note 3 tomorrow...ill provide a review on it tomorrow

Although maybe the s800 as demo seems suspicious...I have no interest in z1 and as for LG there's no support...so I have no options..I've been waiting for this for 4 months already
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
ME TOO!
[Galaxy Note 3 General] StylishMafia:
I just wish to verify...we have to check for physical damage..dial *#0*# to chck other stuff...

and I know that there are software bugs on new phones...so how to differentiate whether its a problem with my piece or software problem?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Manojas:
keenly waiting for the review .

1) Check on overheating ( after playing some user intensive games - 1 - 2 Hours ), Check Camera Fringing .

2 ) Check on the battery depreciation after u play these games .

3 ) Check for lags & freezes, especially when u open contacts & the Camera & Software glitches .

4 ) Check the quality of Signal and Reception .

5 ) Check the display for Ghosting/Smearing .

6 ) Check for Wi-fi dropping signal or slow Wi-fi .
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
Pls find enclosed my device screenshot!
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
It is same as mine. Try uninstalling and reinstalling kies.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] jdomadia:
U flashed threw odin means u have Indian rom but your problem is your csc is still SER, wipe data catch again, while clearing data catch downside of recovery screen u will c your csc, if it start showing INU or INS ur problem solved.

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If you want to match than match screen shot after dialing *#1234# your CSC will be diffrent.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sunster777:
Okay when I dialled this combination it shows a different csc with NA3 as the last characters
[Galaxy Note 3 General] azeter:
Updated mine that was 2 day back though ;)
[Galaxy Note 3 General] abhinavmn:
After updating to Indian 4.4.2 my battery is going great... I m with 93% left after 3 hrs standby with 1 hr 15 min screen on time.. WiFi/3G always on.. Continuous browsing on chrome..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
Satisfactory battery 15 hours standby 4+ hours screen in time 8 percent left...

How about others?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] mehul.agarwal:
I agree with others too. After 4.4.2 update battery has improved a lot. Even performance and ram usage has noticeably improved.

And not a single bug experienced so far.

I would do recommend others to factory reset their phones once updated to 4.4.2
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AeonXS:
If factory reset is a must then I would prologue the update, is there a way to remove the 4.4.2 update my phone downloaded so I don't see the popup to install it, I'm not rooted so help accordingly
[Galaxy Note 3 General] NoteThrob:
Anybody got any idea when the Rose Gold Edition would be landing here in India ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] danish6190@gmail.com:
which is the most stable and fastest Custom ROM with Kitkat 4.4.2 for Note 3 SM-N900 exynos version ???
[Galaxy Note 3 General] pxdx:
Dr. Ketan Rom v2 KitKat 4.4.2 India Base
[Galaxy Note 3 General] azeter:
Sammy has done a gone job wid kit kat handset is extremely responsive and great battery lyf
[Galaxy Note 3 General] salilpune1:
Well i tried 2-3 different roms.

All are good ans stable.

I feel you should try yourself. Everybody has his own requirement.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] shethsa:
Things have improved a lot after factory reset for stock kit kat
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
What exactly is the benefit of factory reset haven't done that yet. ..wondering...
[Galaxy Note 3 General] shethsa:
Technically not sure. Practically it could iron out some embedded bugs
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AeonXS:
How do I backup game data before i factory reset, I ain't rooted
[Galaxy Note 3 General] cellfrens:
Have you tried Helium? it probably save app data by using some desktop app (without rooting)..im not sure though.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AeonXS:
Ok can someone provide me a guide to performing a full app data and game save backup via helium I never did this b4 so worried of screwing something up.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] benzmar:
Hi all, I'm from Bangalore. Got update today and updated to 4.4.2

I don't see any noticeable UI change except battery indicator is monochrome.

Any change log?

Besides, I didn't see of hiding apps in app menu as it had in Note 2.

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I'm so frustrated to do another factory reset. Did one last week as my exchange mail was frequently crashing. It's not fixed after reset too.

Today, updated to KitKat. Again should I reset? I don't want to spend another 2 hours installing and configuring apps. Do we have any image like backup when done, we get all settings intact like my current status?

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I did notice another UI change. The notification bar is transparent.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AnjniG:
I have used helium for backing up data and its good. install the desktop app and mobile app(get desktop download link from mobile app).

and then connect it to your pc. It asks for few changes as in change ur connection to PTP etc. do that and when the desktop app says helium is enabled on your android you can start backup.

uncheck the option smaller backups if you don't want the app itself (the apk file) to be backed up otherwise it backsup only appdata.

I have backed up and restored successfuly candy crush, hill climb racing, messaging...
[Galaxy Note 3 General] benzmar:
Thanks. Does it backup all settings as well like my folders, social networking, etc.

By the way, I could see my Samsung flip cover s view is not working, and waking up is quite lagging. Anyways to fix it?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AnjniG:
a thanks button click won't hurt :D :P...

No i think that is file system. So please take a backup of it before reset.

Even i started facing these problems: wallpaper blacking out, screen becomes unresponsive and then after a reset it's awesome again.

I don't have a flip cover but i will recommend for a reset.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] shethsa:
I endorse the view above. Super smooth after factory reset
[Galaxy Note 3 General] amith007:
The factory reset clear your app data and also you install the apps again over the new OS. This helps to avoid some compatibility issues.. If u restore the old app data after a factory reset, then the there won't be much benefits..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] benzmar:
Thanks. S view started working like butter now after a restart. Anyway, will wait for a week before factory reset, which is indeed a painful process.

Anyone checked how to hide apps in app menu?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] japjit100:
Samsung will give new s5 user interface to note 3 in next update
[Galaxy Note 3 General] rajat_delhi:
Guys. Once you have updated, reboot the device and calibrate the battery.

Factory reset only when you have some issues that you can't live with. Otherwise it just adds a lot of work.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] dr.ketan:
If you manage to have schedule backup with titanium then can factory reset device anytime and I don't think it takes more than 1hr. (this time based on my experience with 200apps +routine data like contract msgs and some desktop settings.)

This time includes factory reset +flashing new rom +restore.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ketani73:
Is it damn necessary to do a factory reset after a firmware upgrade ?? I mean after upgrading to 4.4.2 from 4.3 !!!

I mean is it necessary for a better device performance ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Sharang:
Okay after upgrading from 4.3 to 4.4 I could see some UI changes ! Most importantly 'My magazine' app got Facebook integration ! But after factory resetting N3 on 4.4 the Facebook integration has gone ! I tried to update flipboard app but still no effect :confused:

Also since I use airtel sim how can I disable that sim app ?? I could do it on 4.3 ! Any ideas ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] benzmar:
Per my view, not necessary so far. I had initial lag. Now all seems working fine after 3 hours. Battery seems withstanding long and speed seems much faster now so far per my observation in hours after upgrade.

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Battery calibration? How you do that?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] jaiiscool:
To calibrate....

1. Charge to 100%

2. On stock dialer dial *#0228#

3. Click "quick start"...the battery percentage may change suddenly and the screen may go blank for a few seconds. Dont panic.

4. Dont Use your phone for an hour. Just screen off and in standby.

5. Restart the phone.

6. Charge to 100% again.

That is all.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AeonXS:
So are you guys able to delete clips from MX Player on kitkat if yes then did you do a factory reset for it or sid it work without it.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] abhinavmn:
Battery life till now on Kitkat Indian firmware..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] abhinavmn:
Sreen On time 6 hrs with 30% left...
[Galaxy Note 3 General] letaureau:
issue in SD card

I'm constantly getting SD card removed message and/or the SD card stops working during mounted state. Accessing through the file explorer shows blank sd card.

Force dismounting and subsequent mounting sometimes displays blank sd card and some times it mounts correctly.

I have SanDisk 64 gb ultra card formatted in ext4. Have tried fat32 with the same issue.

Please help.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] dr.ketan:
It's recommended when you have major base update like 4.3 to 4.4.

Best way is when you find some glitch then it should be performed. obviously it's painful for stock users but root user shouldn't have problem. they can backup everything before factory reset and later restore it. It takes just one hr but works flawless.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] AeonXS:
Samsung promises to fix third-party accessories issue soon via an update.

Here is the official statement:

We have currently identified a software compatibility issue with the Galaxy Note 3 update to Android 4.4 (KitKat) and select 3rd party accessories. A software update will be available shortly. We are committed to offering a diverse and reliable mobile experience for all customers, providing continued support and solutions for any issues that arise with product updates for both Samsung manufactured and third-party accessories.

http://blog.gsmarena.com/samsung-co...ories/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
[Galaxy Note 3 General] fatekills:
guys which screen protector are u using ????
[Galaxy Note 3 General] thelostlegend:
tempered glass... from eBay.. 500 bucks.. it's really good for its price

Sent from my SM-N900
[Galaxy Note 3 General] pxdx:
Link please?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sri25252:
How is the touch response and is it scratch proof....
[Galaxy Note 3 General] fatekills:
Link plz,...is it anti finger print ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
Same thing happened with me could see Facebook but soon after resetting it vanished again! !
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ketani73:
@ Dr.Ketan.....You are our most helpful resource in nearly all "android related problems" , your inputs are invaluable Doc. :good:
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ritesh_chanchal:
Unable to send images on Whatsapp after 4.4.2 update

i am Unable to send images on Whatsapp after 4.4.2 update. Anyone else facing same issue? is it related to Knox or is it a bug on whatsapp.. Because i have tried on other device, whatsapp work normally.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Sharang:
Yeah don't know whats wrong with that update:confused:
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
I have a small query anyone knows a good advertisement free app for locking individual apps like whatsapp... any suggestions?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ritesh_chanchal:
http://apps.samsung.com/appquery/ap...rick.whatsapplock&cntyTxt=404&equipID=SM-N900
[Galaxy Note 3 General] alok_dhawal:
Thanks but this is only for whatsapp. .. no other app in which I can choose which apps to password protect??
[Galaxy Note 3 General] Sharang:
Try whatsapp+ !! But I had no issues with sending pics on 4.4.2 :)
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ritesh_chanchal:
Even i didnt have till yesterday.. But last night my knox got updated (around 170 mb update), after that i started playing with knox.. I ma facing few issues:

1. unable to send image on whatsapp

2. I am using NextLauncher as default launcher. After knox update and playing with it for some time, i realized whenever is restart my phone, Tw launcher is set as default..

Anyways i will try whatsapp+
[Galaxy Note 3 General] thelostlegend:
touch response is same as before no changes... it's like any other tempered glass protector oleophobic coating wears off in few days..

http://www.ebay.in/itm/Premium-Temp...ries&hash=item338a3b02a4&_uhb=1#ht_1820wt_713

Sent from my SM-N900
[Galaxy Note 3 General] sri25252:
Can u please upload d pic dat how it looks like
[Galaxy Note 3 General] hapticc:
IDM Like Download Manager for Android it is very good Loader Droid

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This one is lot better
[Galaxy Note 3 General] ritesh_chanchal:
whatsapp and wechat not supporting s-pen window on 4.4.2 update

Before 4.4.2 official update, some apps like whatsapp and wechat were supporting s-pen window.. But now it doesnt support anymore i guess (unrooted).. sammy changed permission for that i guess..
[Galaxy Note 3 General] japjit100:
You applied on your note I want how's the fitting please share more photos
[Galaxy Note 3 General] hapticc:
no my friend applied it on his note 3 unfortunately he dropped it at a party and the tempered glass broke and phone was alive so i cant post pictures.

BTW this is the same glass that spigen sells under its brand name. I installed Spigen Glass TR in my Note 2 last year for ₹3500 and my friend installed this brand for ₹ 850 both were same. Its just like MICROMAX rebranding cheap chinese phone. Fitting was perfect as i only installed it in his note 3 and i dont own a note 3. I sold it few weeks ago for OPTIMUS G2
[Galaxy Note 3 General] fatekills:
App lock is the best app available.. but its not add free.. a yearly subscription of 138 or something will stop all adds.. its worth buying the premium.

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Anyone using anti finger print screen guard/ glass protector ? can u please provide the link ?
[Galaxy Note 3 General] thelostlegend:
if u want anti finger print then go for matte finish screen protectors ..available in local shops
[Galaxy Note 3 General] fatekills:
I got one installed. but screen looks pretty dull.. was checking if there are some alternatives...:confused:
[Galaxy Note 3 General] predator21:
If u want best one... Simply ask for guards by "buff" they r tad expensive but gr8 in quality...
[Galaxy Note 3 General] benzmar:
Restart and works as normal.
[Galaxy Note 3 General] nitinmits:
Just search nillkin 9h on Google for note 3. I bought from ebay hong kong and costed around 1000 rs. It is excellent and I am using from past 1 month. You can find its review on YouTube by searching nillkin 9h bcd tech.