yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
run again, when you see it failed, leave phone connected, rsd lite running, open windows device manager, and look for an unknown device or a small yellow triangle, if you see either, rerun moto device drivers program, then click on bad device and select update drivers

if you don't see a bad device, it could be a bad download, verify md5 checksum for sbf
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
There seemed to be no bad device, so I was goign to try the other way that you posted, the all in one ezSPF process but the file that is on there 1KDStaz0.x.iso I am unable to download. Also the sbf I have is definitely not right according to the md5 so do you have an spf that I can run through RSDLite that will work ?
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
that's why i post

download from the dev host mirror
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
ok so do i still have to download unetbootin? i am currently downloading from the dev host mirror
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
ok so I have the ezSBF.iso file and unetbootin

when i click ok and it gets put on the USB drive, im not sure what i do next maybe im not reading it correctly.
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
reboot pc/mac from usb drive
[Motorola Droid X2] Uzephi:
Except since you did USB, you will select USB where those instructions say CDROM

Sent from my Rezound
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
when you reboot from usb, you should see

choose slitaz

then you will see

press enter

if it asks about sound card select no
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
Ok so I don't see any option at the boot screen to boot from usb just... floppy, two sata options and networking
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
may not be an option on your pc

or may need to enable in bios
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
so what do you suggest I do? how can i enable that, i tried configuring the settings so it could reboot with the USB but it doesnt seem to be an option to have the computer reboot.

I feel more comfortable with RSDLite so I would rather just figure out what is going on with that which won't work...

the flashing process failed. is there a different sbf file that would work with my droid x2? is there any other process that would work?
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
did you verify the md5 checksum?
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
It said it didn't match but I can't find a sbf file that does match
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
what is file name? and source
[Motorola Droid X2] wizardofroz:
I think that the file was one of the later gingerbreak versions provided on this thread, i forget if it was 2.3.3, 4 or 5. I don't have access now because I was using a friend's computer all day. I just remembered that I have Parallels on my desktop, so I can run windows 7 from my mac. Would this process work on parallels?
[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
redownload from my links, don't unzip, md5 is posted on dev host download page,

it should work, but have limited knowledge about macs
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stiffler191:
Hi Guys can someone please help me quickly, how can I take the G2 apart without damaging back plate, I need to replace my screen.

Any guides, images help would be appreciated. Many thanks,
[Moto X Q&A] waiflih:
Will be a way to install Ubuntu OS in our device (unlocked BL)??? today I read that it reached a stable version, but only for galaxy nexus and nexus 4.

What would be necessary?
[Moto X Q&A] mentose457:
Its currently only available on certain nexus devices. Your not missing much. Contrary to what you read, its not even close to stable.
[Moto X Q&A] ajsonofgod:
Ubuntu is up for moto g. Will it come to moto x too?

Sent from my XT1052
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chadha:
This is my first time here. I love the way Android can be customized n played with. I keep reading tech stuff daily. After every hour I guess. Tech is something I indulge my most of the time in. I love, worship it. It is the most important part of my life that I Cnt live without.

But i dont have an understanding about Rooting, Flashing, ROM n other stuff associated with it. When I hear or read these terms I feel missing some thing important. I wanna root my GSIII someday when it stops getting update or taking centuries to come. Since this is my first time here please help me in learning all this. If possible put down some links for beginner's level which is easy to understand.

Thanks XDA.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] prabhjots:
Welcome! You can start with the sticky threads and the wiki.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] goofwear:
You sound like me when I first started. Rooting is being able to run programs and commands with root/ administrative rights. Its like logging in as a user who has God mode on. You are not restricted at all from anything have have full command over everything.

A ROM is a version of the operating system. Like cyanogen mod, PAC man ROM, omni ROM. They take the android source code and heavily modify and tweek it add add special features .

A kernel is , kinda hard for me to explain. Its kinda the heart of the operating system it . hope that helps a bit.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chrismast:
As mentioned, please read the stickies & FAQ threads first before you touch anything. Make sure you understand all the procedures & terms and if anything is not clear, come back and ask and I am sure someone will be happy to help you.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chadha:
Goofwear ur name sounds familiar. I guess I have met you on some other forum also. By Kernel you mean kind of vault. Right? Can you provide me some links where to start with?

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chadha:
Just now I have opened and saw the FAQ and Stickies and the general thread. I'm overwhelmed now after seeing so much coming on to me. Wow tomorrow is my first exam of my 3rd Sem of MBA and I'm more interested in learning this stuff. May be I'm the one of the techies. As of now tech-lover would be wise to call myself. I'm a very impatient kind of person and I never seen anybody more impatient and desperate than me. If I find out something I dig it to the core and try to learn everything about it no time. I wanna be an active member of XDA. Just like I'm seeking bad help today, I wanna help others tomorrow. I hope I will be able to do that soon in the future. Anyways, if there's any other way you can help with like YouTube videos etc. in addition to FAQs and Stickies. I would appreciate that.

Thanks XDA.

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Its all in the stickied faqs and guides on this developers forum .

Its your choice to read them or not .

Impatient persons usually brick their phone as they are not bothered to read the faqs and guides .
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
First port of call is general > sticky roll-up thread > understanding the basics before rooting.

You need to absorb this before starting other articles or videos

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[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chadha:
Gonna do that.

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SulemanK:
How did the exam go? Just a word of advice - it can be very easy to get distracted with all this stuff but you'll always regret prioritising it over more important things like exams!

I got involved with flashing new ROMs from a practical point of view years ago when I had my HTC HD2 and I loved it! The speed, the tweaks and the customisation were fantastic. I'm only now learning about the theory of it all.

Two words of advice:

Always back up everything! - do nandroid backups (once you learn what that is) and save all your important files/pictures/music/videos onto your desktop too

Leave plenty of time when you start rooting and flashing - initially I was spending 4-8 hours figuring how to root and flash my first ROMs

Always search for answers on the threads before posting - it will be much quicker, you'll learn more, and you won't annoy other people

Enjoy and I hope you have as great an experience on XDA as I have done!! :D
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chadha:
The exam went good today,57/70. I just love this stuff. Everyday I keep reading about the tech stuff. I know I won't regret. How can anyone regret doing something he loves. I bought my first Android handset, S3 in this May and prior to that I had no experience of Android. I know I won't Root my phone before my phones warranty actually expires but I'm very keen to learn this stuff. I mean this is one area I know nothing about it. I Love forming. I use many forums n following many communities on g+, XDA is one of them. I will love to participate here one day like you all do. I know this feeling. When a newbie joins ha forum n his questions are too lame to ask for, well my wasn't lame. If I'm a beginner I need support. After all what we are here for? Anyways, I hope I Dnt have to annoy people here much and learn as much as I can do it on my own. And

Thanks for posting.:)

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S 4 General] stierney:
Google it for more info. I only found out cos my battery has swollen and it now dies after 20mins use :(. Noticed deteriation about a week ago. Looks like manynphones affected
[Galaxy S 4 General] moraymol:
YES ! Noticed the new. "Galaxy S4 battery woes 'limited', offers free batteries".

The South Korean company also say: "We ask all affected customers to please visit their nearest Samsung Electronics service centre, where they can receive a replacement battery for free of charge."

And where are they exactly?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Perry2547:
Samsung is known for crappy batteries.
[Galaxy S 4 General] ranger4740:
On Google I only find recall for Germany and other European countries.

Does anyone know if any other countries are effected? Maybe Australia?

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 General] Dan1909:
The issue seems to be limited to batteries with serial numbers beginning with "BD", easy enough for people to check if they're affected.

Also, I've seen no mention of a recall on the batteries? Do you have a link to this, OP?
[Galaxy S 4 General] wifiuk:
my battery begins with BD, and doesnt last a day

a link would be nice
[Galaxy S 4 General] Dan1909:
A link to what, sorry?

All the information I posted is from the discussion threads on this forum. It's in there that it is only people who have the BD batteries having the issue. Any information I posted about what happens with the fault is from when my battery went through it :).
[Galaxy S 4 General] Crembo:
Yeah mine's BD as well and it barely holds a day... Should I look for a replace?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Dan1909:
Take a look at the battery, if it's swollen (even slightly so) that's a fairly good sign that it's having issues. As far as we know it's only BD batteries that are affected, but that doesn't mean that ALL BD batteries are.

There's other symptoms that come with the battery failing as well:

Generally bad battery life (much worse than previously used to)

Phone turning off randomly, and won't turn back on until a charger is connected

Battery level jumping from high (e.g. 80%) levels to very low (a few percent) when the phone cuts out

Noticacly swollen battery (this varies from only a mm or so of swelling, to enough to bend the screen and casing of the phone!

If you see any more of those issues, then it's probably worth contacting Samsung or the shop you purchased it from to get a replacement sent out to you.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Crembo:
Thanks for the info.

It doesn't seem to be swollen (my phone is maybe 3-4 weeks old now), but I can barely get 2 hours of screen time and I do have to recharge my phone every night (Wifi is on maybe 70% of the time).

For example right now I'm at 4% battery with 19h 16m 57s time on battery and 33% usage by screen (1h 29m), then 16% by Google Services.
[Galaxy S 4 General] burner07:
in 8 hours from 95% to 0 , 1:30h display (medium brightness) + some data h+ surfing facebook , i don`t think its alright battery life is poorer than my old 1 year s3

android 4.3 MJ5 battery : BD
[Galaxy S 4 General] getdunexpected:
Even if the battery is ever so slightly swollen just get the battery changed. Wether it's free of cost by Samsung or by purchasing a new one.

I had the same issue.. BD battery.. It was swollen and my screen had started to appear slightly curved as well. Barely used to last 24 hours(2hrs screen on). Got a new battery and I love my s4 again - 38 hours standby 4 hrs screen on. Hate samsung though!
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
Damn. My battery has BD serial. No issues yet though (had the phone 2 months)

I'm expecting to have to change it soon...
[Galaxy S 4 General] imlgl:
Anyone got a link to the recall page?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Dan1909:
There doesn't appear to be one.

Samsung have given no statement on this topic (as far as I've been able to find).
[Galaxy S 4 General] imlgl:
Yeah, i haven't found anything online about it
[Galaxy S 4 General] getdunexpected:
Relax guys.. Samsung will replace the battery free of charge. Here's the response I got from them yesterday -

Thank you for contacting Samsung Customer Support.

I am sorry to hear you believe your battery falls under the faulty battery issue, I understand this is frustrating as it may limit the use of your device.

We are aware of this issue, which has affected a limited number of customers. We ask all customers to please visit their nearest Samsung Electronics authorised service centre, where they can receive a replacement battery free of charge. We remain committed to providing the best possible user experience for our customers.

As you are located in India, Unfortunately we would be unable to send you a replacement battery, as the replacement batteries are only being provided from the UK service centres. If you are able to perhaps send your device to the UK, perhaps to a friend or family member, They would be able to do apply for the replacement on your behalf.

“Please note that not all batteries are faulty, only batteries which display signs of swelling are eligible for a replacement. This is not dangerous, the only concern is that the back cover of your device may no longer fit.”

“Unfortunately if you have already purchased the battery, we would be unable to reimburse you, although you can still take your faulty battery to the service centre to receive a replacement.”

You can visit the link below to guide you to the nearest service centre that you can go to, with the proof of purchase, by just submitting your postcode, and choosing Mobile Phones from the drop down box:

http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/location/supportServiceLocation.do?page=SERVICE.LOCATION

If the battery on your device is swelling, and you are unable to make it to the service centre, we would have to book the device in for an inspection.

If you would like us to book your device in for an inspection, please provide the information below so we can assess your warranty status:

1) Serial number (Found under battery)

2) IMEI number (Not required if a tablet) (Found under battery)

3) Your full postal address

4) Brief description of the issue.

5) Model Code

If the device is deemed as faulty, we will repair it and send your friend or family member back a replacement battery.

If there is anything else we can help with, please let us know.

Our Customer Support Team love feedback! Share your thoughts on this response by completing the survey at the bottom of this page.

Kind regards,

Kevin

Online Support Team

SAMSUNG Customer Support Centre

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[Galaxy S 4 General] spamtrash:
I'm fighting with Samsung since last Monday.Story:

Monday:

1st call to Samsung support, they advised to call nearest service center. Service center called. Reply: we have no batteries for replacement, but we will be very happy to SELL you one. Second call to Samsung, reply with email that I shall scan the proof of purchase, note the ser no, imei no etc and send it to them. Done on Tue.

Wednesday:

silence, so I called them again. Customer rep said that he is ordering the battery to be sent to me.

Thursday: silence

Friday: email from Samsung that I shall go to the nearest service center. another call to Sammy, this time it took approx 20 minutes to recognize the real status. As they stated, the battery shall be with me within the max 10 working days since the last Wednesday, and email was sent by mistake.

Let's see how it will end....:rolleyes:

In the meantime, my phone's screen is more and more pushed back by swollen battery. If it will not return to normal - Sammy will have to replace the screen...

EDIT:

Battery arrived today, looking at the envelope - from Netherlands (are all UK stocks already depleted???)

Front screen returned to normal, new battery serial is AA and instead of the english, it has all description on it in some funny language.

Hope it will have longer lifetime...
[Galaxy S 4 General] getdunexpected:
Dude I suggest you buy a new battery first and keep the one you get from Samsung later as a spare. This way, not only will you be able to use your phone properly sooner and prevent further damage to the screen and it must just be a lil dangerous with that swollen defective battery.. Who knows if it might suddenly explode or heat up or something *god forbid*

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Even my battery(BD) was fantastic was for the first 3ish months. Then it wouldn't hold charge and became swollen causing the screen to get slightly curved too. Got a new battery and the screen went back to normal and the battery life is back to being awesome! Suggest you change yours too, ASAP.
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
Ironic but I've started noticing weird creaking noises when I hold the phone and the battery is now very slightly swollen on one side - if I place it flat, it's fine on one side and can "rock" on the other. I doubt it's noticeable enough for a Samsung Service Centre to replace it, but I'm going to try regardless before it ruins the phone
[Galaxy S 4 General] spamtrash:
I got the replacement over the phone call, without the necessity of presenting anything, they just sent me the new one... is your battery S/N starting from BD?
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
Yep. I'm gonna call them tomorrow.

Sent from my GT-I9505
[Galaxy S 4 General] s.illes79:
question: my battery's serial no. start with BD and it says Made in China, it's NOT yet swollen. DO you think I'm safe? or shall I just buy a new one? don't like to take risks.
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
I just rang Samsung, they told me to take phone+charger to a service centre (theres a few on their map near me) and they'll swap the battery.

It won't explode (probably - haven't heard of that happening to these batteries), it will just start to swell slowly over a period of days/weeks. I don't know if they'll swap it if nothing has happened yet.

Sent from my GT-I9505
[Galaxy S 4 General] ranger4740:
FYI, I've just got round to checking the serial# in my batter, yup, here in Australia starts with BD made in China... I have a Samsung store not far away so will give them a call and see what the go is....
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
Got my battery replaced today, it took 10 minutes, actually the swelling was much worse than I thought when I compared it to the new one. This is quite an unfortunate issue for Samsung. When I went into Phones4u to ask for my proof of purchase to give to the service place they weren't even aware of the problem! :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S 4 General] venki5star:
Guys,

Is this only for I9505? I am using I9500 from India. My battery is acting funky from today after I tried to uninstall FB from my mobile. The battery was having 70% of charge before and it went down to 0 within a sec and switched off. I tried recharging and resetting. Nothing helping.

Between the serial number of the battery starts with "BD". I do see swallon in battery. I bought this in India, but I am living in Australia at the moment.

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 General] jas0nuk:
No, sounds like you have this problem, the batteries used in the 9500 and 9505 are the same

Sent from my GT-I9505
[Galaxy S 4 General] ranger4740:
Hey peeps, I called my local Samsung center in Australia today, they said they are aware of the issue with "BD" battery and to just pop in with my phone and they will swap the battery out no proof of purchase needed.

It is slightly swollen, looses power quick, and regains % after screen is off for a while and unlocking again.
[Galaxy S 4 General] ranger4740:
Update, got my battery replaced today no questions asked, just a simple swap and go.

The new serial starts with AA.
[Galaxy S 4 General] rockspider:
need a link

We need a link to an official announcement or statement from samsung. My local samsung store frowned at the forum posts and people's personal blogs, it holds no weight in their eyes. A link to anything official regarding the recall would be extremely helpful. (i also have a battery with a BD serial number and it also doesn't last very long, I want to get it replaced ASAP but unfortunately need to prove to the samsung store that they're supposed to replace it for me)

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who did you call?
[Galaxy S 4 General] s.illes79:
I've been look for that official announcement for a while, with no luck.

I walked into a service repair center in London, they checked the battery, it wasn't swollen, so no replacement for me.

My battery start with BD !!!

BatteryMonitorWidget calibrated to 2813mAh (+-13%) which is somewhere between 2447-3178 .
[Galaxy S 4 General] spamtrash:
1st call: Samsung Customer Service in UK -> redirected to

2nd call to Samsung Service Center in nearby

3rd call back to Samsung Customer Service in UK (NOT the local service Center). number: 0845 MSAMSUNG (6726786) in UK
[Galaxy S 4 General] pipster11:
Same problem here

Called the Australian help number, lady asked for my battery serial number, no repair centres in my state so they are posting me a new battery for free :D
[Galaxy S 4 General] BeerFreek:
Hello all,

sorry to post this if it was already answered, but I am without internet at home and just checked this at work,

has anyone managed to get returned batteries from Germany? What was the procedure ? I cant find Samsung centre near me..

Thank you
[Galaxy S 4 General] prodigyX:
Both my parents' S4s ended up with swollen batteries. Got 2 free replacements from Samsung Customer Care in Durban, South Africa
[Galaxy S 4 General] Chirimorin:
I had those exact issues with my old phone (HTC Sensation XE) without the swollen battery and I was assured it was some other hardware problem. Guess I didn't have to put up with a phone like that after all :\

Might get a new battery for that and use it as a backup phone.
[Galaxy S 4 General] s.illes79:
just started to get the symptoms (exactly after 4 months usage)

- crap battery life

- phone switches of at 10-15% percent charged

- not yet swollen, but i guess within a month it will be

contacted samsung support what they have to say
[Galaxy S 4 General] DJ SNap:
Can u specify which European country?
[Galaxy S 4 General] Smartie36:
Was a bit concerned my new S4 that arrived today might of had one of these affected batteries but luckily the s/n begins with AA instead of BD.
[Galaxy S 4 General] vntf201a:
my trouble

hm, it look like this problem is now global. I'm from Vietnam, and my battery of i9500 (octa) running out very quick when i played game. 100% to 40% after 1h Alphalt 8.