yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] adam_ky:
Yea.. I can see where u are coming from.. the way att has destroyed the s5, at times I just want to put my sim card back in my s3 running cyanogenmod mod.

The upside, on a positive note, I have seen one phone that is coming out with cyanogenmod mod as its os from the box.

That's a good sign. I. The future I may look to a device like that. I'm just not interested in anything a carrier has altered. TouchWiz is garbage.

As far as android in general, lolipop shows me they are going in the wrong direction and wanting to be more like apple. $$$. Not only that.. it's ugly as poop. Who in their right mind would want to go from black and sleek to white and pastels...

Lolipop in my opinion is trash also
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] mastamindz:
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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] mic81784:
Shold I use a new galaxy s6? I have an s5 Active right now.

I am using a rooted Galaxy S5 Active right now. I love that it is waterproof, relatively drop-proof, and can do many things non-rooted users can't do. I have access to a new S6 if I wish. The way I see it is I could upgrade to a newer device and receive some of the benefits that MM (which is arriving today iinm) has to offer, with the hope that a root exploit will eventually happen. Or I could get a new battery for my old S5 and continue to enjoy root benefits. What should I do?

edit: I realized immediately after publishing that I misspelled should in the title. Please don't think I am a moron.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] nicoh93:
Any comparison to Galaxy Alfa? Which is better to take after S2?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] LoSt180:
Thoughts on any of the current Nexus phones? I've been watching some of the S7 forums and all variants seem pretty locked down so probably isn't worth the upgrade. The unlocked Nexus phones look promising, but none ever seem to have an SD slot and the 5X tops out at 32GB which is rubbish.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] whodisname:
I'm getting an at&t s5 active in 2 days from Amazon.

It's refurbished, so it will either come with the original baseband, or the latest one at the time it was put in the box.

It's paid for and on the move.

My questions are, will I be able to unlock the bootloader of it comes with Marshmallow installed?

Will I be able to obtain root if it I on Marshmallow.

Will I be able to downgrade the bootloader If it is is on marshmallow.

I'm very familiar with Samsung and Odin and whatnot.

Thanks in advance do any info you can share with me.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 General] jason_jiang:
Device: Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 WiFi Only (SM-T320)

Region: Hong Kong

Version: T320ZSU1ANB2

Build Date: 2014/2/11

no Chinese bloatware inside but only a Samsung official Chinese IME.

gapps keep intact (while being removed in China Mainland due to law).

http://pan.baidu.com/s/1o6BbSOq

File: 20140211_T320ZSU1ANB2_HK.zip

MD5: cb9acabcc6f0cf07bc62de26d44247ca

SHA-1: 199182913407e883229183c28b1e6acee04800aa

I can't upload it to mega, uploaded or rapidgator etc. since they are very slow to access from China.

feel free to create mirrors.
[Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2, 10.1, 8.4 General] hongkongtom:
Great thanks. Now I'm good too root!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] KennyG123:
Please use this thread to discuss devices other than and any comparisons with other devices on or about the GS 5 in this thread and any other off-topic issues that are not needing a new thread.

Post with respect, this is a helpful community, hope we all learn from this stuff in here.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] aryehzev:
How likely is it for the T-Mobile s5 to have a locked bootloader like att and verizon s4?

(I'm worried because the Xperia Z1s from T-Mobile wasn't unlockable even though sony devices usually are... So are locked bootloaders T-Mobile's new policy?)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] overlord727:
Anyone think there will be a chance for a GPE? It seems like the M8 will be getting one according to the HTC gallery description in the Play Store. If so, I would prefer the S5 GPE over the M8 version.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] TheNoogie:
The migration begins soon

Been mostly a lurker on the S2 forums, but I've placed my order and now the long wait for Christmas morning.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] TheArtiszan:
Ha ha

Christmas morning in April huh?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] vinterchaos:
I'm coming from a Note2... I love the device, but honestly its slightly larger then I'd like for 1 hand holding. I'm not looking forward to adjusting to a smaller screen. lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] G7Baker:
Metro Pcs Gs5 with a T-Mobile sim? or visa versa?

hey do any of you guys know if the metro pics GS5 can be used wit a T-Mobile sim or does it need to be unlocked? I know that metro uses T-Mobile towers now I'm wondering if it will be ﻿the same model
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] HTC_nut:
Backordered?

Just ordered GS5 from t-mobile and got an email saying back ordered, anybody else order one and receive the email? I wonder if its just because its not available. :confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] M9x3mos:
Yeah

All of them show up as backordered.

That is how their system handles backorder :(
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] TheNoogie:
Christmas eve now! Mine is in the Twin Cities and will be delivered tomorrow!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] vinterchaos:
I have an S5 being delivered today, but I kinda sorta want to try something new and go with the HTC One M8, but a year to a year and half of something new may be regrettable.... blah
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] ochlo:
nm

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] sling:
hmm think I may Jump from LG G2 thanks to T-mobiles destructive kitkat recovery lockdown.

G2 is a mess after update GS5 here I come
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] sikaros:
Just upgraded from an s2 and man I'm sure glad I did this phone is so much faster!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] barondebxl:
I bet it is ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] sling:
I purchased a couple hours ago pretty happy with it so.

Signal . Wifi , data strength & call quality is stronger then LG G2 which is a good sign.

Hopefully battery life provides positive results....I will give it a couple charge cycles.

If all is well I will be rooting this bad boy next week & building some goodies.

Anyway good to be holding a Samsung device again.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] lawhawk:
Can anyone explain the decision to stick with 2 GB ram - same as it was going back to the SIII? The Note 3 had 3, and I realize its a faster processor- but S3 and 4 already are snappy enough which handling whatever you do on screen, its the background processes and heavy multitasking with lots of apps working where the phone starts to hang and start to feel sluggish.

~ sent from my tin can attached to a string ~
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] barondebxl:
Dude first of all thanks a lot for a very informative post, really appreciate it.

I'm interested yo know your input about the performance of both devices. If you don't mind, can u give a detailed opinion about the performance like you did about the rest on your post above? Thanks! Want to see how the S5 does compared to the M8.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] crazeco:
I addressed some of this in the above, I made the following post in the HTC forum and thought this might answer your question on "performance":

I used the M8 and S5 side by side for over a week. I really wanted to keep the M8, but I couldn't.

Basic inputs:

It actually takes longer to use the M8 for basic inputs, turning the device on, and turning it off. The Samsung turns on a bit faster with just pushing the home button. Fingerprint scanner unlocks more quickly. Side power button is far superior.

Double tap on the M8 is NOT perfect. Neither is holding the device in landscape and hitting the volume key to activate the camera (doesn't work on the first try about 30%). Double tap takes you to the first lock screen. Then you have to slide the icon of what you want to use and input your pin. This can be mitigated by utilizing swipes instead of double tap. It's still not faster.

Buttons:

I often found myself constantly hunting for the onscreen buttons on the M8. The empty HTC bezel throws you off. It's very hard to have muscle memory when you have a big empty row where you think the buttons are. It also takes a moment for the buttons to simply appear. S5 doesn't have this issue due to the hardware home button.

Screen Off:

However often we turn the screen on, a lot of us are also turning it off. It takes longer to turn the screen off on the M8 than it does the S5. Every time I turned the M8 off with one hand it required maneuvering the device in a way that made me fear dropping it because the power button is on top and the device is long. I generally used my other hand to hit the power button just for that reason. That's not necessary on the S5.

Screen on with Music:

I LOVE the M8 speakers. I love playing music on this device around the house, while I'm in the shower, etc. If I am playing music on the M8 and have the device on the counter, and I want to change a song, it's not designed to register a doubletap when laying flat. With the S5, I hit the home button and it brings the screen up. It takes significantly longer to either find a way to hit the top power button or repeatedly tap the screen until it registers on the M8.

Speed:

In day to day use, after disabling bloat on the S5, the devices are equally as snappy. In fact, the S5 is more accessible for the reasons mentioned above. That's all that matters, because all of us here are capable of tinkering and optimizing.

Everyone wants to talk about microseconds worth of lag, what about basic functions, like turning the screen off. It's little things like that, things I do often, which should be taken into consideration when you talk about how long you have to wait for things between devices. If we are going to argue about tenths of a second, these things matter.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] barondebxl:
Edit: Loollll I just noticed you paste one of your previous post haha!

Holy crap I didn't expect such a fast response with a decent size post, you're faster than both the M8 and S5!!!!!

Thanks for the reply. I could care less about metal or plastic or whatever. What I want is a device with good development t, good battery life, a great display, great performance with no lag or stuttering (or at least as little as possible) and definitely features. Ergonomics are a plus. Which one would you recommend me?? Thanks man!!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] barondebxl:
Fantastic dude, you answered everything I needed to k ow in details, for your input!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] kingston73:
I know you said the data/signal strengths seemed higher for you but those are area specific. Do you really feel like the S5 was a major upgrade over the G2?

Also, what issues did you have after updating to 4.4?

I'm still using my s3 and I was at first tempted to upgrade to the s5 but I'm waiting to see what the LG G3 will be like. If it's IP67 rated I think i'm going with it instead of samsung.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] sling:
First off G2 4.4 is helllllll , Device performance became shot & they locked recovery.

Ive found GS5 signal strength / wifi to be stronger & no sig 4G/LTE fluctuation occurs like my G2 had

Yes its a truly worthy upgrade from G2.

GS5 Display is more vibrant , OS is smoother , Cameras MAJOR step up , Battery removable . SD card , Water resistant , Features such as IR blaster blows away G2s & true Development support on Sammy devices

I found Dev support for G2 to be the worst , heck Flashing G2 factory image was like walking on egg shells.

GS5 Battery life is better then G2 yes its true.

12 hours of sleep 3% loss.

Display brightness set to 80% provides me 7 hours screen on time running stock rom deodex debloated.

Some screen shots below took earlier when I came across your posting.

As far as G3 I came close to getting hooked but lack of removable battery & not so hot lg development will keep me away from Lg product.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] kittiyut:
Coming from AT&T here, but considering getting a T-Mobile device. Have a few questions:

1. Is the LTE band 4 & 17 compatible with AT&T?

2. Can I just go to a T-Mobile store and buy a device off contract (full price)? Is it unlocked? Or if it's locked, can I get an unlock code from them since it's buying outright?

Thanks!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] suckerjones:
May have been answered already, but if I'm not mistaken a locked bootloader will prevent installing a Custom Recovery and I can say for sure I have been able to do that on my Tmob S5. Running TWRP right now, and super-simp to install using the AIO tool from SKIPSOFT
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] pluginre:
I came from a LG g2, and so far all I can say is that I miss my g2. Battery life on the g2 was just excellent. I would unplug the charger from my g2 at night before going to sleep and wake up in the morning and still have 100% of battery life. The only plus side of the s5 is the camera and picture quality.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] aooga:
Just read this from a engadget review of the OG Note about 2 years ago...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] kingston73:
What's your point?:confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] aooga:
Nothing really...just how their opinion has changed when touchwiz actually got better. Now, everyone bashes on TW because it's the cool thing to do.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] ozziedog:
Quick question: If I unlock the T-Mobile S5 to use on AT&T will it prompt for AT&T junk software update once I put their sim card in?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] SebasC:
Nope
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] bigant262:
I'm thinking about switching from the G3 to the S5, would that be a good choice? Only thing I don't like about the G3 is the screen and development.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Monsi:
You will get better battery life and better development
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] mapobean:
I made the switch from g3 to galaxy s5 due to some lag in the g3 and lack of development. I am glad I made the switch but miss a few things the g3 offered like the lockscreen and knock to wake but I have rooted the s5 to get the features I like and changed the lock screen to lg optimus lock screen so I can have lock screen shortcuts and widgets. I am happy with the switch.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] DigitalChris602:
Hey everyone. I just came over from the G3. I'm really liking the smaller screen and fit in my hand of the S5. Although the big screen with 2K res is nice, I think it is more of a bragging right than a necessity. Also I've had a good experience so far with the finger print scanner. I think the sound quality also seems better on this device.

As person above stated, I also miss knock on.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Exel:
Just a heads up..

Ktoonz kernel has tap 2 wake and other features if you miss that. Might drain your battery a little faster but yeah.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] barondebxl:
Absolutely. The G3 is a lag machine. Better development on the S5 too.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Coderedpl:
Who is jumping or jumped onto the Nexus 6?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] optimusv45:
What's your opinion on att note 3 vs tmobile galaxy s5? I have a note 3 trying to upgrade to the s5
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] gspears:
The TMO S5 works perfectly on the AT&T network after you unlock it. The AT&T bootloader is locked so it's not very customizable. The TMO S5 is definitely the device to get if you are into customization.

The S5 is smaller than the Note 3 so if you are looking to downsize, it's a good route. It's still big enough in my opinion.

Is that what you were looking for?

Good luck with your decision
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] elesbb:
Anybody have opinions on the s6? I heard the screen will be a size of 5.6 inches. That ticks me off. Ha. I would buy the note if I wanted a phablet. 5.2 is big enough.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] optimusv45:
Yes, I've been trying to switch over for 2 weeks. After a fake device from eBay, now dealing with a possible no response and never ship on swappa lol. I may never make it over to the S5 !_!

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5.6 is a bit too big. I feel they should have the note as their large device and S series as their mid size device. From personal experience my note is definitely easier to drop than any other small devices I owned. And I can't do one hand operation on my note which is another reason I want a smaller phone. Also I can't get down or sit comfortable with the note.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] MobiTel99:
hello

i just wanna to ask for those who used the stock lolipop 5.0 on Samsung SM-G900T

can any one tell me please or put screenshot of all languages ?

does it have Arabic support? :confused::confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Corwinder:
Sounds like the S5 may be my last Samsung phone. I don't consider it an upgrade going to an S6. Lower battery capacity, no sd card, and also non removable battery. Does Samsung not realize why they got so big to begin with? I hope I never get stuck with a phone that has a non removable battery. Yes, the S6 does have some nice features but I don't think those features are worth what they're taking away.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] bx10r:
I agree..for that i buy an iphone. Smdh
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] grncherry:
I agree, and from what I've been able to find the edge model will be $100 more and that edge does nothing except emit light for notifications. Heaven only knows how much it will cost. They seem to be too embarrassed to provide that information at present. The carriers jumped on it because of the big cuts they expect from it. If you noticed all the big four were right there with no hesitation.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] SeaFractor:
Don't forget, it's not IP67 rated either, so the water resistance is left to the S5.

Outside of a 64bit processor, which is going to take time for 64bit apps to start cropping up, and a PPI capability that is already technically beyond our ability to view without visual aid, what is the draw?

Glass -n- Metal that eventually get's wrapped in a plastic or rubber case? Meh..

But I digress, there are a lot that purchase solely on looks. It could be glacially slow, drop 97% of all calls 6 minutes into the call and have graphics that make a Palm Pilot look superior, and it'd be purchased by the average consumer if it's all metal and glass.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] grncherry:
My S5 suits me just fine for now. I have not seen a "latest and greatest" out there that makes me want to change just yet. It was definitely disappointing after all the media hype and leaks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Chuki82:
Non removable battery I can live with. Lack of microsd expansion is a deal breaker. I live in rural country and I go places often where I have no service.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] xAjCx:
I'm looking to pick up a Note 5 at the end of this year and if this is what 2015 is looking like in Q1, I'm nervous about Q4... I guess S5 and possibly the Note 4 is the last devices before Samsung transitions to unibody design :( not cool.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] euklid:
I've had S1-S5 and I might have to skip the S6. But I think Samsung had no choice to move to metal unibody design because of their lack of profits last quarter. The memory thing of course is purely for money, They will charge $100+ for 32gb extra same as apple, but what kills it for me is the small battery, why didn't they include a 3000+ mAh battery? I think most of us here on XDA hate all these new changes, but the average joe will probably buy the S6 like crazy and will sway some iPhone buyers to Samsung.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] cyberblue:
(-) no SD card slot

(-) not waterproof (to certain extent, not vital for me but still)

(-) smaller capacity, non-removable battery

(+) pretty

Samsung can go ahead and swap my spot with a prospective iPhone customer.

Now I'm off to pay HTC a visit
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] king200:
I have a 900T but this will apply to other variants with unlocked bootloaders. I believe that the value/price of used S5 will hold and maybe even increase.

The new features of the S6 don't excite me. Aesthetically, the S6 looks better. The shape and thinness is HANDier. Glass back and and metal case get covered by a case anyway.

The S5 MicroSD card, exchangeable battery and water resistance are really BIG features. I was and HTC (HD2) user for a while but I really do like the Samsung Galaxy phones. This may be the last of the good ones.

All this said, my S3 is my favorite...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] KoubaK:
I'm still holding on to my S3. I skipped the S4 and bought the S5 as soon as it came out.

Seems like I will stick to my odd numbered releases.

For me is not as much the non-removable battery or the lack of an SD card.

I just don't think the "new" features of the S6 completely win over my S5
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] MurdockBaracus:
No sd card and no removable battery? Why don't I just get an Iphone? That was always the backbreaker in the debate between samsung and Apple.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] MobiTel99:
:confused::confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] kchannel9:
Solved
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] Kala21:
MetroPCS to Tmobile S5

Unlocked my S5 (G900T1UVUANK1) from MetroPCS and moved it to T Mobile. For one, Metro sucks on updating their Android OS's and Lollipop has been out for the S5's for a few months. I don't want to put a ROM on my S5 but I do want to know if I used the Kies desktop app (or Odin) to use the T Mobile stock firmware that has the Lollipop OS on it. Is that possible or will it screw up my phone?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] twistedlefty:
maybe i was a chump?

Signed up for t-mobile's "jump".

With the insurance/etc included, i figured if it wasn't panning out as a good idea i could just cancel.

i haven't been in the ROM loop for quite a while, so i got the itch and wanted to look into what ROMs were popular for the S5 and recently discovered that this F'n Knox thing would cancel my warranty and cost me more if i wanted to upgrade after rooting and whatnot.

so, now i'm at the point where i could/should? upgrade and the s6 sux imo, afaic samsung jumped the shark (i hate all things apple).

it seems that HTC or LG are now the last bastions for those of us that require micro sd and removable batteries.

What to do?

LG G4 looks like the obvious choice.

is there anything coming up on the horizon i should wait a bit longer for?

was hoping Samsung would continue the waterproof, sd card, replaceable battery route with the Note 5 but it seems that isn't going to happen.

Thoughts?

thanx in advance for any and all thoughts.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] dzhowandai:


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Q1

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Quick

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 5] kchannel9:
Bump. Any thoughts on phones to upgrade to from the S5 that aren't crappy iphone knock offs like the S6?
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] alldroid:
The scarlet and the black theme made on Galaxy S4,you will need glass widgets installed to make use of the calendar
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] ItsLasher:
Nice and clean but with scarlet in the title shouldn't it be red and not purple?
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] alldroid:
if the name was from the colour of the theme yes it would but the name wasn't picked for the colour m8
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] Zarkan:
Ok, now we want to know why you called it "the scarlet & the black" then. :p
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] ItsLasher:
This^^
[Theme Screenshots and ZIPs] Badeend1337:
Because Scarlet likes purple duh.
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] Rossyyy:
is this possible for the app screens
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] Brendo:
Not possible with the current touchwiz launcher. You need to use another launcher