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[Xperia Z1 General] fuzzycuffs:
Looks like I have the same issue, and now I have a totally stuck sim tray (I had stupidly put a micro to mini sim adapter in the tray empty, which I think caught the leads even more).

I have no idea how to get it out now. Any forcing will probably totally break it (if it isn't broken already).

Wow what a stupid design.

(Any thoughts on how I can get this out? Can I open up the whole device?)
[Xperia Z1 General] Geoffxx:
you will be very lucky not to have bent the sim tray contacts - the damage will have been done going in not out, you will have to use a little force to remove what you have stuck in there - fingers cross the contact pins are still intact though I doubt it

The sim holder can be bought on ebay for about $5 and it can be resoldered into place, removal of the mother board will be required which is about a 1/3 disassembly - back cover off - plastic frame removed 8 screws - battery out - all connectors and camera removed - MB removed - replace sim holder, you can basically forget about the waterproof after all that - but you will have a fully working Z1 - you can buy all the seals on ebay - back cover is all you need and it is important because it protects the camera from flash bleed
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 General] imablackhat:
is it possible to use a bluetooth adapter on your pc and connect to gprs on your pda and use gprs connection on the computer.
[Moto X General] skinien:
Looks like T-Mobile is now officially getting a software update to improve the camera. The linked article has comparison pictures and it looks like the quality is greatly improved. Check it ou

http://www.droid-life.com/2013/09/23/moto-x-camera-update-new-vs-old/

Here's another comparison with more pics:

http://www.anandtech.com/show/7353/moto-x-update-dramatically-improves-camera-quality
[Moto X General] Psilocin:
I've said it before in numerous threads, the camera was already taking quite decent pictures compared to my old N4. Now with this update, pic quality just went up to the point it can actually compete with the sgs4. I don't expect Moto to stop here as they will continue to make further refinements by the time they release 4.3/4.4.
[Moto X General] 18t:
can anyone rip the new camera apk?
[Moto X General] sravanz:
wow great to hear this.. hope i get this update soon. I am with att
[Moto X General] Epsilon707:
I could be very wrong, but I think the issues with the camera were outside of the APK. That's why third party solutions didn't fix it.

(I haven't received my moto x yet, so take this with a grain of salt)
[Moto X General] erik7970:
I wonder if this update is in the works for other carriers...
[Moto X General] MajorTankz:
Looks like low light performance is gonna take a hit, but it's a necessary sacrifice.

I'm pretty sure it's a firmware update to the camera not just a new apk.
[Moto X General] rman18:
Yeah - the Low light performance was awesome - granted it had a lot of noise, but thats what you sacrifice for taking a picture where normally you wouldn't be able to (high iso)

I guess everyone *****ing about the amount of noise made them reduce the max iso setting.
[Moto X General] rmead01:
Reviews look great so far. Can't wait until ATT gets the update.
[Moto X General] SubliminalME:
The Anandtech gallery has me super excited...the picture difference is amazing!
[Moto X General] dwd3885:
You all think the camera is better than the S4 now? I've used both phones and while I prefer the Moto X, the previous cam was just awful. So much so that I returned the phone and went back to my S4 Google Edition.
[Moto X General] SubliminalME:
Hard to say..only t mobile people have the update...and t mobile doesn't work within miles of my house. :)

Have to wait for it to hit the other carriers, probably.
[Moto X General] lensgrabber:
HELL YEAH! This just made my buying decision a lot more simple!
[Moto X General] gmarcoux:
Can anyone confirm the firmware/software version post update?

---------- Post added at 02:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:14 PM ----------

Can anyone confirm the firmware/software version post update?
[Moto X General] Verttex:
Will this break root when it comes to VZW?

Sent from my VZW Rooted Moto X
[Moto X General] skinien:
In one of the links they compare the GS4 and G2 to the Moto X's updated camera. I actually think the Moto X looks the best however commenters seem to think the GS4 is still better.
[Moto X General] Verttex:
Jeez man, just asked a question.

Sent from my VZW Rooted Moto X
[Moto X General] Sher The Love:
Any chance this update included wifi calling?
[Moto X General] ryken229:
I'm curious about this as well, can our rooted phones take OTAs now that our recoveries were changed?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] epenn012:
****Sorry mods. I thought I was in the 'Accessories' forum when I posted. Can this be moved?****

The Otterbox for Note 3 is starting to pop up on the search engines. This is similar to a couple other sites that are advertising to dealers (not for the general public).

Will previous Note 2 Otterbox owners take a look at the design of the Note 3 case to see if the design changes are an improvement? I am most interested in the design around the home button.

I am a new user and I am not authorized to post links yet in my threads.

OtterBox - Defender Case Samsung Galaxy Note 3 in Glacier

TESSCO SKU : 503842

Mfg Part #: 77-34122 Qty/

UPC: 660543026532

List:$59.95
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BACARDILIMON:
The one for note 2 is horrible. Worst screen protector. Just bad.

TWEAKED 2.5
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RaptorMD:
OtterBox cases are built like a brick Sh!t house, solid as all get out, but on a phone this big, they add way too much bulk for my taste.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SgtGoldy:
Always hated the amount of bulk the otterbox brought to the table. I can understand if your in Construction or another physically demanding job like that. But for my use a normal size case will do just perfect.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jamesindc:
I don't like the Otterbox cases at all. Its great they offer such good protection, but they look horrible.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] YankInDaSouth:
An OtterBox is a must for as I do home inspections and my report software has an app that allows me to use my phone in the field. I had an OtterBox on my GNex, RAZR MAXX HD and my Note 2 ... The one for the N2 was by far the worst! I'm hoping they make some drastic improvements on the Note 3 version!

This is typically a slow time of year for me, so hopefully I can wait for some reviews before I buy my OtterBox ... Or have time to search for a similar alternative if the reviews are not so great.

BTW- I agree with the post above ... Not a fan of the look/bulk OtterBox adds! It's by no means my "24 hour case"! As soon as the inspection is over I rip it off for a TPU case or something LOL.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xalies:
well my only real complaint with the Defender on my Note 2 was the screen protector, mainly because of the hole for the home button (I removed it for that reason) and that case looks to solve that with a nice redesign

I'm a big fan of these cases... yes I know they are very big and ontop of a N3 that's a lot but for me its worth it

The only thing I wish they would address is the notification light as it is hard to see from its hole

I do wish they would bring the defender out in something other than white or black though

---------- Post added at 10:35 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:01 PM ----------

While looking for that case I saw these two .... didn't I just say I wish they had other colours

Otterbox on tessco
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RaptorMD:
In your line of work I would say absolutely on the Otterbox Defender with the holster. Their integrated screen protectors suck though so you might want to pop it out and use something like Spigen's Glas.tR Slim on it.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] YankInDaSouth:
I'm not a screen protector kinda guy... Never could get used to the feel of them. While I agree the Otterbox screen protector blows chunks, I prefer to leave it intact. I only use the Otterbox when conducting inspections ... Otherwise I'll be rocking one of these http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FC..._30332190_pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SgtGoldy:
You should check out the glass screen protectors. Worth the money :D
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dirrtydetroit:
Couldn't agree more. Had the Fantom glass protector on my gnex and after a year and a half still functioned perfect. When it was removed the gnex screen underneath was flawless. Also I'm a welder so I am very rough on my phones. Xgearlive has pre orders for the senteniel protector for the note 3, should be shipping out Nov 18th. Get one of those and remove the crappy Otterbox one and you're golden.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] equlizer:
Has anyone got theirs yet?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bruce16878:
Got the defender for note 2, the protection is superb, would love To get one for note 3 too.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] YankInDaSouth:
[MENTION=2233713]fire3element[/MENTION] - thanks for taking the time to write up your thoughts! After reading your review I'm glad I didn't wait on the Defender and instead went with the Ballistic SG Maxx! I was unhappy with the Defender for my Note 2 and it appears that disappointment continues with the Defender Note series ...
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] toyosup88:
Did they at least get rid of the air gap between the screen protector and screen? The note 2 had that problem which is why i didn't get it
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fire3element:
To be honest, i'm not really sure. I still have the screen protector that came on the phone with it in the defender. There does not appear to be a gap though.

For anyone still on the fence about buying a case, wait till the end of next week. (11/22). Bastex Wireless on Amazon will have the ZeroLemon Note3 battery and rugged case available for sale. The ZeroLemon Rugged case is pretty decent quality (friend bought the Note2 one) and has a removable back plate to change out batteries without removing the plastic shell.

Take a look at this link for the Note 2 version rugged case: http://www.amazon.com/Warranty-Zero...d=1384700377&sr=8-3&keywords=zerolemon+note+2

And this is the link is for the actual ZeroLemon Note 2 battery: http://www.amazon.com/warranty-Zero...d=1384700452&sr=8-1&keywords=zerolemon+note+2

For the same price of an Otterbox Defender, you are getting a decent rugged case that will allow for almost any battery configuration, and a true 3x capacity battery. I would suggest getting the stand alone battery charger so when the ZL battery dies you can take it out and pop in your charged stock battery.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Will_T:
FWIW I got an UAG case for my Note3 and so far really like it. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/aero-glxn3

On edit: That Ballistic SG Maxx does look really good also! Is the outer part a grippy silicon type material?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] clothednblack:
As far as I know, the official otterbox for the N3 isn't released till Nov 22nd. All others if released already should be knockoffs, I could be wrong

Sent from my Post-it-Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fire3element:
I can assure you that the Otterbox Defender i got from RadioShack is legit.
[RAZR i Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ianfoxdroid:
Hi guys,

Does anyone know how to take out de WARNING unlocked bootloader screen on Razr i boot?

Does this method will work?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1980139

Thanks in advance.

regards.
[RAZR i Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hashmutz:
You can try flashing on fastboot a new logo.bin image
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] drago10029:
Hey all!

Just curious if anyone knows how to enable hd phone calls on the phone? Is their a modem that has it enabled? Does anyone have it working? I would love to have access to this feature!

----------------------------------

Not supported on our variant :'( It can be activated on the i9100 though...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] TMK216:
This didn't start till the s3.

Send from my stock jellybean 4.1 S2 and proud of it
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Still_living714:
i dont think galaxy s2 has it or will ever. but am sure some dev can possible make one:D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] drago10029:
well the international S2 has the feature and being that's the only requirement is on the software side and that your tele company has it.

it should be possible the question is how. I just haven't figured out how yet, anyone know how to edit mdm.bin or amss.bin aka modem files?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] kgowrav:
Hi,

I have bought this HTC one sprint variant and i want to know whether we can activate it outside US. And do we need to activate to use the phone(normal apps apart from calls and sms)??
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] BMP7777:
I would have to say that activating a US phone outside the US is going to be an epic fail. But, I could be wrong. Check here:

http://support.sprint.com/support/a...internationally/case-fk158645-20111013-192949

I would be prepared to speak with a Sprint rep and also be prepared for disappointment. You could always sim unlock it and open the global settings which will allow for international use, albeit with some adjustments.

Here is one thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2386703

I am sure there are others.....
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] kgowrav:
Even an unlock will do... I was afraid that we cannot use the phone entirely if we cant activate.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] BMP7777:
Not sure if that makes a difference or not, to be honest. That's why the first link was to Sprint; they would have more solid information than just me spitballing. You can root, unlock(bootloader, not sim), and S-Off and then flash a 4.3 ROM with embedded global and GSM settings, of which my build of Beanstalk is one. My advice would be to research different alternatives based on your situation, and decide how you want to proceed. I am sure there is a way to get the service you need out of your device, but I can only offer these suggestions, because your situation is pretty unique.

Good luck.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dark_zapper:
Hey Guys,

I have a problem with the power button on my rooted GS3 I747. Its hard to explain, but the power button is VERY sensitive. While in my pocket, or in my hand, it reboots a lot. Simply running my finger along the power button turns my screen off. I also have trouble turning off my phone because of the button. I was just wondering if there is anyway to completely disable the power button? (Returning to Samsung is not an option My warranty has finished)

Thank you
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Apocalypse487:
You can just fix the button or make a cut out in a case that covers the button.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dark_zapper:
It has no case on it. Any idea on how much it cost to fix it?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Don_Lard:
Case?

Have you tried putting a case on it?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Apocalypse487:
A cheap case is all you need. Just cut out a hole for the power button. If you want to replace the button, you can search online and see how much it costs. You can fix it yourself. It's not hard.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] dark_zapper:
A case has definitely helped, but it does not solve the problem. I'll look up and try and fix it myself. Thanks for the help
[General Questions and Answers] techiemonkey2912000:
I have been looking at roms for my device for quite a while. Some are ports of s4 and xperia stock roms. How to port the latest version of android to my device? I read up on some guides and they all state that the port rom can be any working rom for my device and the base rom should be from any device which has a similar chipset. But there aren't many devices in the market with MTK6589 chipset and the existing ones don't have android 4.3. My question is , how did people manage to port the s4 stock rom to a mediate device. (the s4 has an exynos chipset). And how do people manage to port the latest android versions to their devices.

This may be a noob question but I searched through the forums and couldn't find anything much helpful.

PLS:I have some experience with Linux and its commands but don't know much of coding.

:confused:
[Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini] Grubskee:
Hello, I was want unlock my bootloader (11W46) after this operation my xperia don't turn on :( please help me how flash old bootloader and repair my u20i :(
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ryland Johnson:
From the specs I have managed to read so far the Note 3 comes with Corning Gorilla glass 2 and not the more advanced Mk3 glass? Why?

Seems odd for the Note 3 to be advanced in many areas yet not in screen materials?

Thoughts?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] uvaman:
Galaxy series are using Gorilla glass and will stay like that for bow.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Despyse:
It will have Gorilla Glass 3... as does the S4.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MohJee:
Well, this review says it comes with gorilla glass 3 not 2

http://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/review-samsung-galaxy-note-3-s-pen-refocused
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ryland Johnson:
Many thanks for all the replies. My 'guess' is we are only going to find out the facts when its printed on the Samsung sight.? I have been reading review after review and not yet read the mention of Gorilla glass 111 until you kindly posted the links above.

Still cannot even find a manual on the Galaxy Gear not even one on the official Samsung sight! I would also like to know what the Gear glass is made from. I see some companies already producing screen savers for the Gear but on a watch? Mmmm, odd, very odd.

Thanks again,

Kind regards
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] docnok63:
Corning Glass 3: http://www.corning.com/news_center/news_releases/2013/2013010701.aspx

Gear has sapphire glass: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/samsung-galaxy-note-3-galaxy-173000078.html

Official site: http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxynote3-gear/index.html?page=1
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ryland Johnson:
Great. Many thanks.

Forgive me asking but I cannot find mention on the Samsung sight of either glass also there is no mention of the Note 3 on the Corning sight? :p

I have read them from top to bottom and cant find the information?

Now if its true and the gear does have sapphire glass this would be simply fantastic as sapphire glass is second in hardness only to diamond and only diamond can scratch it. I collect watches so on that point I am certain. I 'question' the use of sapphire glass due to its cost though? A watch with sapphire glass is a very expensive watch and the size of the glass in the gear may well cost its total retail price just for the glass if its made from sapphire glass? On the Mohs scale diamond scores 10 and sapphire glass 9!!!

Thanks for the reply and hoping you are right:good:
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] docnok63:
It was mentioned in the IFA press releases:

http://www.android.gs/samsung-galax...er-amoled-snapdragon-800-cpu-and-android-4-3/

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/503623/20130904/confirmed-galaxy-note-3-specs-release-date.htm

As for the Gear, even Consumer Reports says it's sapphire: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/...-and-samsung-galaxy-gear-first-look/index.htm
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] Anthrax79:
I have this odd ICON that showed up late yesterday. I don't know that it is and I cannot find it in the manual. Can some one help ?

it should be in the attached image.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] sebastianraven:
That is your NFC icon. Turn off NFC and it goes away.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] sanders539:
Yeah NFC proved to be worthless for me. I couldn't get it to connect to my wife's s4. My brother-in-law could get his to work on his note 2 either.

Sent from my phone using an app
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] Anthrax79:
Ugh. Thanks, I totally forgot that I turned it on.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] crazyg0od33:
I hate the logo but love to use NFC between my N7 2013 and my One. I wish HTC went all stock google and left the logo off when NFC was on.

Luckily it drains like zero battery keeping it on, so I just do...
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] isdnmatt:
Works fine for me. Do you have whatever you're trying to share (video, picture, etc.) open on one of the devices before touching them together?
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] sanders539:
From what I read online, I gathered that all you do is open the file>share>nfc. But the NFC option would never show up. Is there something I am missing?

Sent from my phone using an app
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] isdnmatt:
I don't have to do any of that. Make sure NFC is enabled on both devices. Open the content you would like to send, in Gallery for example, touch phones together and transfer/"beam" begins.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] cstrife999:
That's odd its never been an issue for me... Could be that the s4 is jealous and is being *****y lol.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] sanders539:
I never used it before so I am sure I was doing it wrong. (still talking about NFC. ;) ) I am almost certain what I read said to select the share option... oh well. I will try again tonight.

Sent from my phone using an app
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] isdnmatt:
Sounds good. Let us know. Like I said, you shouldn't have to tell it to "share." If you have media open that can be beamed, all you have to do is touch the phones together.
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] bahill:
Also, FYI..

Settings>About>Help>Icon Glossary...

Shows all of the potential Sense notification icons :)
[Verizon HTC One (M7)] sanders539:
It works just like you said. However, the transfer would start, but not complete... do you gave to leave the phones touching? For some reason my brother-in-law's note 2 would try to pair Bluetooth, and his Bluetooth was turned off...

Sent from my phone using an app
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] mackaby007:
Hi all. Have managed to get DVD quality playback on the Jasjar with no frame dropping.

Encoded a DVD (test sample of 3 minutes) @ 44,100 Mhz Stereo, 128kbps MP3 and 1 pass @ 768 kbps at 640x480 resolution. Damn...it looks good. Only problem is that it's a little jerky. Can't remember where I read it, on this forum or elsewhere, but some guys have experimented with CPU overclocking in conjunction with video playback. Need to find that thread or those guys. my experience, like theirs, is that whilst plugged in to the mains, the jasjar playsback the file perfectly without any jerks whatsoever in extremely high quality!! Obviously there's a power issue going on. Either CPU power or battery (even if it's fully charged) or something similar.

Feedback would be appreciated and much needed.
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] sub69:
I'm generally doing things at a lower quality. I use about 500kbps for video and 32kbps for audio (using Xvid and LameMP3, respectively).

I haven't had any problems with stuttering at those settings, when using normal battery power, and with my usual plugins running, etc.

Anything much above that though, and the jerks start, but I find those settings are pretty much optimal quality. It's my favourite balance between quality and smoothness, anyway.

I'm sure overclocking would help in your case, but every time I've overclocked previous devices, it's caused problems here, there, and everywhere, so I don't bother anymore! Over to someone else with more overclocking knowledge, methinks!....
[JASJAR, XDA Exec, MDA Pro General] galt:
Here's the thread: http://xdaforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=28210

I'm not sure if it's fair to call it overclocking if you just use the 520mhz setting, but it's been working for me. It chews up the battery very quickly but it's worth it, video playback is now nice and smooth.