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[Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) Q&A, Help & Troubl] Duly.noted:
Trying to figure this out for you now

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I think you could turn the relevant setting on and off From the command line (which could be automated from Tasker) It looks like it would be a hassle to figure out though
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Choboking:
Let me start this acknowledging my own idiocy. I have been rooted for a long time this morning I think I screwed myself. My S3 has been prompting me for the OTA and I have been ignoring it. However this morning when my alarm when off, my blind groping to shut it off ended up initiating the OTA. The update took, and as expected, I lost my root.

I didn't have a custom ROM so I decided all I need is my root back and life will be fine. I looked up how to root with the 4.3 update and came across the safe root method. I went through this process and everything went smoothly until the reboot. Once the phone came back up I tried to run SuperSU and was met with the message that "Installation Failed! Reboot and try again." Several attempts at rebooting, uninstalling, and rerunning safe root changed nothing.

I ran a terminal emulator and tried to run /system/bin/su and was greeted with an error. I then tried to run /system/xbin/su and got the prompt from SuperSU to grant root access. I approved and when I open SuperSU I can see terminal emulator is on the list approved applications (although it still crashes when trying to update).

I decided to try Root Checker to see what it had to say and got this output:

>Root Access is not properly configured or was not granted.

>

>Super User Application Status:

>SuperSU application - version 1.86 - is installed!

>

>System File Properties for Root Access:

>Standard Location

>Check Command: ls -l /system/bin/su:

>Result: -rwxr-xr-x root shell 380532 2013-07-22 14:41 su

>Analysis: Setuid attribute is NOT present BUT root user ownership is present. Root access is NOT correctly configured for this file!

>

>Standard Location

>Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/su:

>Result: -rwsr-sr-x root root 104800 2014-01-08 18:12 su

>Analysis: Setuid attribute is present and root user ownership is present. Root access is correctly configured for this file! Executing this file can >grant root access!

>

>Alternative Location

>Check Command: ls -l /sbin/su:

>Result: /sbin/su: Permission denied

>Analysis: File system permissions restricted and denied access.

>

>Alternative Location

>Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/sudo:

>Result: /system/xbin/sudo: No such file or directory

>Analysis: File /system/xbin/sudo does not exist.

>

>Root User ID and Group ID Status:

>SU binary not found or not operating properly

>

>System Environment PATH: /sbin /vendor/bin /system/sbin /system/bin /system/xbin

>

>ADB Shell Default User:

>ADB shell setting for standard access, stored in default.prop, is configured as: shell (non root) user - ro.secure=1

Is there a way to repair this root? Or have a screwed myself with the OTA update?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] buhohitr:
Quickest way is backup all your stuff, do a factory reset, then Odin this factory ML1 firmware http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23269279319199798 ..then try to root again with saferoot.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] villean:
Hi, I downloaded go keyboard for my galaxy s4 and I was trying to take the highlight off when I txt but I can't figure out how to take it off, please help!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] droidinterest:
just enter to settings-->language and keyboard-->choose go keyboard setting and disable highlight
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bobloadmire:
Pretty crap battere
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ::Shrim:::
Which phone is it?

Are u using stock or custom rom?

tapped from DNA
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kilometers4:
Try downloading better battery stats (free on xda) and CPU spy (free on the play store). There is probably some app that is keeping your device awake.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Pannam:
Hi guys,

I am about to exchange my note 2 with z ultra amd some added cash ? Should I go forward ? Comparing the battery life after 4.3 update is it better, a little better or a ton better ?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Hard to tell what your needs are but I came from Note 1 to Note 2 then Xperia Z Ultra and aside from some things the spen can do, I couldnt be happier!

This thing is a beast but I wanted the extra large display so that made it a great option for me.

So it all depends on your needs..like for example why are you not considering the Note 3? Think is too small of a jump display wise?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Pannam:
yuo I kinda like to draw and I like added pixel. m very picky on display. I just never thought of note 3 as it didnt have the 'wow' factor for me. plus somehow the pixel are still visible to me. I love big working space but the only thing thats keeping me from buying it is the battery life. how good is it afer 4.3 update ?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Honestly, for battery life I cannot really help as I am most of the time connected to power and the few times I let it run a bit low on power, I didnt pay attention to how long it lasted but of course, I will never feel as confident as when I had my Note 2 and 4 extra batteries :D

Still, the Stamina mode is very nice in my opinion but hopefully someone else will provide feedback on battery life.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] stopa10:
Battery life it's excellent in my experience: I use 2x Battery (search it into the Play Store), and I get two full days of usage. In line with my previous Galaxy Note. But for the rest, believe me, there is no comparison: the Ultra is totally in another league.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hansip87:
Well if you don't mind the absence of pressure sensitve stylus, the z ultra will still cater you fine with its pencil sensitive screen. But better prepare it with screen protector (the anti glare one) so those shallow scratches won't bother you too much. Or if you have some extra dough you could buy the z ultra stylus or the adonit stylus.

The battery life for a non intense internet will have you around 6-7.5 hours of screen time. I have tried it by taking a note in evernote and the battery reaches 50% with 4 hours of screen time which can be calculated to be around 8 hours tops if i continue doing the same thing, plus i was using bluetooh mouse and keyboard too. So if you really focused while you're drawing, then the battery will not be a concern most of the time. Just don't try to browse with mobile data too often. It will drain the battery in 5 hours tops.

Plus the only concern with non removable battery is only after you use the phone for more than 2 years, but if you can take care of your battery (i.e don't charge it while it's hot or don't charge after its fully depleted), 3 years of lifetime is not impossible. In the mean time those slim sony powerbank will certainly help you to extend battery life should you want it.

So yeah nothing to worry i guess. :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] cameljockey1:
I would do it. I just came from the note 2 and not going to go back. Everything the Samsung has the Sony has way better. Sony quality is awesome.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Oh and the Sony stock ROM is the best I have ever tried stock. I dont feel the need to keep looking for Custom Roms as It was with my Note 2..then again, this thing is a beast so nothing can make it seem laggy lol

Go for it mate! :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
1) I dont dress for my phone...never have. The Notes are not small enough to fit that good with what I wear anyway so i always carry them so no big deal for me.

2) To me the screen was the biggest surprise on how beautiful it looks. I was afraid of black levels coming from a long line of Samsung phones but the Pros far outweight the cons.

For someone so picky about the display its odd how you seem to "not see" the issues with the note 3 screen...

Yes x-reality creates too many issues for some media. Would be better to have options for it but all the stuff you mention I just dont buy it. Your opinion it may be and I disagree totally.

3) Really..comparing phone speaker qualities....oh boy. In any case, the less clarify of the speaker is of course due to the water proof nature of the phone. You cant get something for nothing in real life.

4) The camera is utter crap...mhm...actually is not. In low light it is pretty lame, which goes for most many phones but for me to call a phone camera utter crap means I am into photography (which I am) so I use a real camera for my photos so the phone camera is good enough for what I will use it.

To correct your statement "If you like taking pictures, do not buy a phone, buy a real CAMERA!"

But I am sure the Note A7R with FF sensor is much better...

5) Of course you wont ellaborate...I wanted to see what exactly you were going to claim here is as the issue since the Sony ROM has been one of the most impressive things I have found after moving from Samsung. Just clean and smooth without needing Custom Roms.

6) Straining on the eyes? Really...you got some eye problems, go to an eye doctor, dont blame the phone.

So lets see by your logic, you want a phone with a BIG screen to resize the Icons to fit the same lame quantity of Icons and things that will fit if the screen was smaller thus not really taking advantage of the bigger screen? :rolleyes:

That is actually one of the greatest things about the Sony Rom even compared to Googles version of the Xperia.

So after a few months you sold the phone and yet you hang around the Xperia Z Ultra forum? Interesting behavior indeed...

To each its own..but the Note 4 would have to be DAMN good for me to leave the Xperia Z Ultra...that is how GOOD and impressive this phone is. :cool:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hansip87:
1. I fit it into my front chest pocket and never have any problem with it. ;) in fact Sony engineers stated that it is the max that a pocket can be fitted because it is designed with a passport width in mind. So I'm not sure why can't you.

2. Blacks will never be a true black even with AMOLED one. Yeah the contrast is good when you push the brightness, but when you're reducing it you'll know that their blacks are not as black as you thought. I have had using razr Maxx fyi so there's that. If you don't like x reality then just turn it off simple. It's like you need to change color temperature mode first to get more accurate color in GS4 and Note 3. Plus those oversaturated colors.. I don't know but my eyes bleed when i saw my friend's Note 2 after using the Z Ultra. There's a reason why professional monitor doesn't use AMOLED.

3. Nothing beats HTC one in that regard i admit, but frankly all other smartphones can only produce so much sound too plus it is water proof so like shaolin said. You don't get something for nothing

4. Just switch to manual and reduce ISO to max 200. Boom done. Or better yet the qx100..

5. To each other's preferences then. But if we have to be honest, people loves to flash CM ROM on their Samsung/LG because of the bloated skin. Whereas with sony sometimes people regret doing that and came back to stock Sony ROM because the beautiful factor and simplicity is damn near AOSP one.

6. I have pity for you then. You are wasting all that ppi provided by the phone these days just for a bigger font. Granted if you have eye problem but if you do, better make it with some low end galaxy grand I suppose? :)

But i do understand that Note 3 has advantages over Z Ultra. S-pen and slighlty longer lasting battery, but none of the above you mentioned I'd consider as the disadvantages of the Z Ultra.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] trellva25:
I clearly stated multiple times that everything i stated was based on my personal experience for the very reason that this is a z ultra forum, most people who frequent this forum will be z ultra owners of which there will be many people that do like the z ultra.

All the negatives i wrote about are based on my experiences and my uses of the phone, they wont be the same nor should they be the same as everyone's else...as of now i find the note 3 suits my needs better than the z ultra, does that mean i find the note 3 perfect....NO...does that mean the z ultra is a bad phone....NO

I use most of my phones stock, i seldom root much less use custom ROMS...if a phone does do or perform the way i want out the box then iam less likely to keep it...

The OP asked if its worth switching from the note 2 to z ultra....now since i used the note 2 for over a year before switching i felt my input could be of help, its up to the OP to look into the issues i stated and see for him/herself if 1) he can actually see the same issues stated in the phone 2) if he does see the issues are they a deal breaker for him

One thing i do know for sure is that iam not the only one who feels the way i do, each point i made has already been made by different forum members,

For example the font being too small, there is already a thread made about it in the forum, the screen issues i mentioned forum member angelofmusic has stated my experience with actual measurements made

Iam sure the z ultra is a good phone for some, but its just not for me
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] justsomebody:
I have been using many phones before the Z.U. Honestly I only like Samsung phone for the Galaxy S1,S2. Since s3, the quality is, sorry for all Samsung users, never be able to beat Sony.

If you compare between the screen of Z.U and Samsung phone. Indeed the samsung will have brighter, more vivid colors, but not as real as the Z.U. I am an Z.U users and I am giving my personal opinion.

To the OP, I do NOT think it is worth to switch to the Note2. When you buy the Z.U, you know that the size is large and at some points, it may cause inconvenience. For the Note 2, it might be smaller, but I think you will miss the badass screen of Z.U soon.

With me, there is no reason to swith from Z.U to Note2, only if it is because of the battery. However, using a Phablet like the Z.U, you should prepare that the battery will not last all day long like smaller ones. Why? besides the badass screen, you have the Snap 800 inside, which is far too strong for any usual tasks.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hansip87:
Seems like OP wants to switch from note 2 to z ultra not the other way around
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Pannam:
thanx guys for ur input ,much appreciated. I have until tomorrow to make the deal so I am trying to consider all the facts. the pros and cons.very strong points from both end. I just met the guy. the screen looked washed out to me while the note 2 looked unnecessarily colorful him. the funny thing is now my note 2 looks so small and I cant get over it. wow! the screen size and all those extra space to work with but I just cant say abt the battery life if it suits my need.

lasts thank you for your time and all those long reviews. I hope I make the right choice.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Vanquiz:
Also, Z Ultra will survive a toilet dip :p, that's something to be bragged about.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Good so like after I sold a phone, I dont keep hanging around the old forums to post stuff like you just did. Just does not make sense to hang around a forum for a device I only had for a few months and did not like...I move on with my life to the new phone I got and the corresponding forums...

I already replied to all your points before so I wont rehash that. I do not mean the Note 3 is a bad phone nor that the Ultra is perfect, it sure is not. But your post really blows things out of proportions. Your opinion it is and I totally disagree with most of it as I said...so that is MY opinion too.

The OP will decide at the end.

I always had to tame down the colors on my Note phones using a kernel feature or at least changing to movie mode or something like that. The sony just looks perfect to me but I am used to working on a calibrated monitor for photo editing so give it a bit of time for your eyes to adjust maybe.

In any case, good luck with your decision!

I wont deny I was afraid of changing from Samsung after so many phones and being a Note 1 and Note 2 fan but now I cannot see myself without my Ultra! :good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] baileyjr:
I came from the note 2 myself... The battery on The Z Ultra is just fine, it actually got considerably better after a few weeks use. I was paranoid at first worrying when I got down to 50% etc, but honestly one the initial setup and benchmarking frenzy was over it easily lasts me a day now. I normally charge between 5 and 7 when I get home after work, and thats the only time I do charge, its left unplugged overnight. When I come to charge it the next day I've usually got 40%+ left in the tank. To summarise I don't worry about battery whatsoever with this device. :good:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hassanmahmood:
People keep complaining about the black levels on the ZU's screen - but they don't seem to realize what accurate colours truly are.

If you are the type of person who sets their TV to 'vivid' or 'dynamic' or one of those other fake settings that artificially enhance the hues and saturation of colours to make them pop - then by all means, please go the Samsung route; to your eyes, the colours are most likely going to seem more vibrant and thus imply that the screen quality is actually better.

If you want colours that are as close to those you will get from a professionally calibrated television set or monitor - the Sony is hands down the way to go.

Even comparing the Sony ZU side by side with my first generation Galaxy Note, the colours on the Note can in some cases strike out a little more - but when I put them up against my 55" professionally calibrated Samsung TV - the Sony's colours are most in line with the calibrated display - the Samsung looks skewed.

In short, if you think skin tones actually are supposed to be orange - stick with a Samsung.

If you want accurate, realistic depiction of your media - go Sony.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] justsomebody:
well, cannot agree more on that
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
+1111111111111111

Sent from the Mighty Xperia Z Ultra using XDA Premium HD app.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Pannam:
Thanx again for the input, I have come to realize the things that i worried about the most weren't any issue at all. The screen, the built, hardware are all on the plus side. searching thru various forum some user have bitter animosity towards the device because they were handed faulty set.Or simpler reason, it couldn't match up to their expectation. Their views can be honest.

For me I am satisfied with all the other aspect. The thing that i considered a blessing is turning out to be the one that could turn me off. THE SIZE!. the last question here is how practical is the set, its winter and obviously it will just slide in any jacket/ coat pocket. What about the summers ? how easy going is it.? can i just pick it up and put in my pants/ shorts and just trod on ?

Thats it!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hassanmahmood:
I think that would depend on your size to some extent - I'm 6'3" and haven't had any problems fitting it in my regular clothes.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Well I some times put it in my jean front pocket and I wear close to skinny jeans or maybe more like 511s which are just the perfect fit. Is not the greatest look in the world but it can be done when needed :D

I normally just carry it as I did with my Note 2 :)

The only place I had to change my routine was at the Ice Rink because there is now way I am going to do a crossover with the phone in my pocket but to be honest, even the Note 2 was not letting me do so freely so since I like spending time at the ice rink, I just use my ZGPAX S5 while skating and leave the phone in a locker with my wallet and keys unless I have a coat on.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] ps000000:
C6833 is my 1st Sony Android phone (Since K750i )

All android phone has its Pros/Cons

your best choice only define by you...

Today I like my C6833 ... nice 1920x1080 screen 6.44inch

(but bit dim/yellowish when comparing my wife N9005 note3)

playing Hay Day , watching Supernatural Series .. dam good !!

custom ROM is much less than Nexus/ Note / S series

(I know that b4 I buy C6833)

If samsung release full hd (or higher resolution) with 6.XX inch

screen phablet in the future

I may thinking to switch my phone again.:silly:
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hamdogg:
Ok... so first up I've just come off a party. so a little tiddly. I'll keep my comments positive.

Was a nice 20 min of my life reading this thread. Certainly seems to be fanboy views apparent. :angel:

I've been a Samsung user for the last 3 years, and have never been happier with the Ultra. So the issues some members have mentioned are obviously their view, but a hugely distorted one...

Other than the camera being quite inadequate, I believe that the Ultra is a massive success. Every aspect of the device I am totally happy with. I used to look out for every new device that was coming out... review them, in-depth... but now I'm only looking at the Z ultra 1 or what ever it will be called. It is the only device thus far that I would call 'almost perfect'

Sure development was quite minimal as its a speciality device, which possibly is too big for a lot of people. But we have over 15 ROM's to chose from, and to be honest... the stock Sony ROM is pretty impressive. There are a few tweaks we can make, which build on an already great base, so thats a bonus!

So for the OP and questions... I believe that you will be more than happy with a move to the Ultra. There will be a few threads you'll need to read as a samsung device is quite different in terms of development but its just reading... and for a device I'm sure you'll love, it wont seem work... it will seem fun!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] stopa10:
Guys, I also come from a Galaxy Note and I have to admit that development on the Ultra is not so active due to the smaller customer base.

However:

- It was exactly the same in the first days of the Note 1, before people got the real potential of that large screen; then things improved over time;

- having lots of custom ROMs is becoming less and less important these days, due to the presence of Xposed. Coupled with the very good stock ROMs Sony makes, Xposed gives you all the features you might want from cooking a ROM yourself.

In the end, I think, nothing beats having a single device that may replace both your phone and your 7" tablet. :D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
Indeed... Development was one thing that scared me a bit first but as you said...the stock rom is so awesome and smooth that just removing apps and xposed is enough indeed.

I still would like an OC kernel for my addiction :D

Sent from the Mighty Xperia Z Ultra using XDA Premium HD app.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
I agree with most of your points.

Indeed with the Ultra I am actually using the features and running more apps etc with the phone, than spending time trying to tweak, squeeze performance etc.....it feels good ...so different :D

The only point I want to address is the comment about the camera..."why only 8Mp camera".

Well, is not the MP count that matters. I can use a Pentax K100D with 6MP and run circles around the IQ of the Ultra camera. It is the quality of the camera, lens, sensor..whatever that is not up to par under low light but as photography fan, I dont care about the camera. The flash would have been nice to use as a flashlight though. :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] zas311:
Remember ZU has a builtin battery which means you cannot replace the battery when the battery holds less power. Li-ion batteries degrades slowly as you use. So, after a year use, you will want to have a fresh battery. In that case, you need to sent it to a service center and pay a lot more than an Amazon purchase.