yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Do all of the carbon fiber cases have defects on them? I'm afraid to order. :confused:

I'm starting to think this is just a rubber case with a fancy back on it. :silly:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
OK here I go again saying what I've been saying. My Element Recon Carbon Fiber in black has no, zero defects. I've posted pictures of here and over at Android Central. I love this case. Protects against drops, allows easy access to ports, buttons are well done, and of course I love the SBS sound port that reroutes the sound to the front. Depending on how the lifeproof works/looks/functions ( sound quality) I may bypass it and get the element case with the aluminum back because it looks so dang cool. Anyways my 2 cents....
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I'm going to quit crying and just order one. :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jrwingate6:
Anyone know if the aluminum backed case hurts reception?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
I went for the Recon Ops Elite

I am also wondering about the aluminum regarding signal degradation. I tried a couple different low $ cases on my S4 which had Aluminum backs and there was a noticeable (maybe 20%) reduction in signal reception. I did not have this problem with my Element Eclipse for both my S3 and S4 as they had the carbon fiber trim on the back of the TPU.

Now, I was trying to consider whether I would get the new Recon or not for the S5 but I just received the email today that the Recon Ops Elite was available which has the added feature of coming with the glass screen protector. I will report on the quality of this once it arrives. I also applied a 5% discount as I had made an order and never went through with the check out so was offered this discount last week.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Got in my CF today and the only real flaw I see is a weak and rough edge alone the SBS area. I also don't know how long the flimsy power button will last before it breaks loose and starts flopping around. Here are a few pics:

Thinking about ordering the elite. :p

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The Elite has a G10 back instead of aluminum. Thinking about ordering one myself.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Nicer pics. I'm glad you mentioned the new ELITE version at the end of your post. Had not seen that one or the new $59 recon that is posted up on the Element site.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I like them all. The power button held on by two thin pieces of rubber worries me though. That $59. Recon looks sweet also.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
I thought so as well. I really like the black Ops version but just can't justify that much for a case right now. ( I have to justify it to myself lol)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
bogdaryl, how to you like Dark Earth Elite? I think these colors look sweet together;)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Very cool color combinations on those.... I just can't buy right now. Lol. I just bought a new watch ( my primary hobby) so I'm in a self imposed NBZ ( NO BUY ZONE).
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
bogdaryl, does you case look like this around the SBS? Thinking about returning/exchanging the case over this flaw.

Don't think an $80. case should have this problem.

Wonder if Black Ops pro & elite cases are just like this?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] IIIPowerIII:
Mine isnt like that at all. Its perfectly soft and no space between the screen/case
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Mine doesn't have nearly that much gap. I'd definitely call them and ask.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Still thinking about ordering that Elite. :D

Which color do you guys like better for a black S5, The Dark Earth & Black or the Black & Black?

That dark earth is looking good but I can't decide. :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Come on guys, I'm getting ready to order the Elite. What color do you like best? Dark Earth & Black or Black & Black?'

See pictures above.

Give me you vote and I'll thank everyone.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] sojcar:
i would take black one
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
I went with the Dark Earth, probably will regret it but what the hell.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
When will you have it? I'm liking the dark earth also but leaning more towards the black/black.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
they are slowish to ship

I ordered my Dark Earth Recon Ops Elite on Friday 5/23 at 10 am PST, but as of now, 5/28 at 4:30 PST it is still not shipped. I did email them inquiring about my order and have been told that the Black Ops Elite has been delayed due to a production delay. My ship date should be next Monday June 2nd.

I was told I would get Fedex overnight shipping due to this delay so I should have it on Tuesday June 3rd.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Please post some pictures when you receive it. :)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Ordered up the Elite :eek:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Did they ship your elite today? I ordered one up and was told I would also get the overnight shipping. :p Waiting...........
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mksample:
just wanted to say that I own the recon cf and I am extremely happy with it. it was definitely more than I wanted to pay(think I shelled out like $80/US) but I've made the mistake of making half cocked choices in the past when it comes to selecting a phone case and bought something that I ended up being not happy with at all, and then end up going with the pricier higher end stuff anyway. element's stuff is superb quality... I've been rocking an element case on my phone since they came out with the atom for the s3 and I've never had any issues and have no complaints(aside from the price). I was on the fence a bit between the recon and those newer otterbox symmetry series and I don't regret going with the recon, despite it being twice the price. but thats just me.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
After using the Recon Carbon Fiber for a couple of days my only complaint is that it makes the Galaxy S5 extra wide. :( It turned my S5 into the Note 3 without the S pen. :eek:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
just received my Recon Black Ops Elite

My Dark Earth Recon BO Elite is here! I installed it on the GS5 right away it is without any of the defects which were found on the previous users in this thread. No gap at the SBS port, no sharpie marks, power button works perfectly as does the volume up and down. The port holes line up perfectly and I will shoot some images later today to inform.

The color looks good, I was not sure if it would be reasonable or not. The G10 back is beautiful and signal strength does not appear to be impacted.

The case is a bit wider but narrow center is where I grip it so it does not seem to be much of a problem. I had the Eclipse for the GS3 and GS4 prior to this so am familiar with the shape.

This new design without the metal front piece seemed to be a short cut but in feel it seems more solid since there is not a seam between the TPU back and the metal front which the Eclipse models had.

The SBS port works and is pretty loud although sound seems a bit altered by the passing through the SBS. Not horrible but not as clear as turning the GS5 around with the speaker aimed at your face. Still a big improvement over cupping the speaker while you watch videos.

All in all I feel it was worth the cost. I have not installed the glass screen protector that it comes with yet. I will report after I do so with the photos.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Very Nice ! :good: Can't wait to see the pictures.

What does the glass screen protector look like?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
photos and impressions

ok so I installed the Element Glass on the GS5 and it was very easy to get a perfect installation. No bubbles no problems. I used the alcohol wipe to clean the screen and used the lint free cloth to wipe off the alcohol and just plopped it on the face of the GS5. I was able to shift it to perfectly center the button in the hole as well as the front cam opening. Now the downside of this glass is that it is a matte finish which reduces the sharpness of the screen. But it does cut glare.

Overall the value to price equation is based upon what you think your GS5 is worth, I think this is a reasonable value for what you get. Full protection including the glass screen protector with the SBS port and the cool G10 plate on the back. This is the Dark Earth color which I do like but you may find it not to your liking. If so get the green and black or the black/black.

Enjoy the shots.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Damn, Apache

I'm sure liking that Dark Earth color and the screen protector looks pretty sweet. :) I ordered the Black/Black Elite which was suppose to ship yesterday but did not. :( I already have the Zagg Glass on my S5 so at least I'll have a spare laying around.

Maybe I'll have my Elite tomorrow. Can you put up a picture showing the box and contents? :cool:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
I am busy now but maybe later on the photo of the box - it came with:

Recon BlackOPs Elite case

Element Glass matte shield

wrist lanyard

Fuse Deck device - don't know whether I will use this or not

Stylish presentation box
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Got in the Black/Black Elite today and I must say it is a sweet case. Love the G-10 back. I think the Carbon Fiber looks just as good if not better at a much cheaper price. ;) I also think the G10 is going to be a huge lint grabber. :p

Here are a couple of pictures:

Carbon Fiber VS Elite:

:D
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
China Fakes, No Thanks. :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Another picture of the carbon fiber and elite together:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] hamlettime:
The design is a bit too dudebro for me :mad:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Has anyone purchased the $59. Black recon case yet?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Thinking about ordering it today.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Please put up some pictures if you do. :good: I'm also interested in ordering one.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] tgmotoman:
Does this case work with the wireless charging back?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I would say no.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I have had the Element Case Recon Carbon Fiber, Black Ops Elite and Black Ops Pro. I have to say that the Pro with the machined CNC aluminum back is the nicest of the bunch. I was also worried that the aluminum back would affect reception but it does not. Now, NFC might be another deal but have not tried it yet.

I'm probably going to sell the Elite and order up a Dark Earth Pro. :silly:

Here are a couple pictures next to the elite:

Which one do you like best? :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] plastikowl:
Do you think this case would still fit with the wireless charging back on it?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] daoom:
I had bought an element case for my S4 and while they are nice I found it wasn't worth the price. A couple of points I had issues with:

- The machine aluminium got scratched and the black finish started wearing off

- The power and volume buttons sucked and didn't provide and tactile feedback when pressed

- While wireless charging worked but NFC did not.

I used it for a while because it looked cool but I wound up going back to my Slim Armor since I like to use NFC for stuff.

If you really like the look go for the $60 one, not the $150 one. You'll get the SBS without over paying.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I didn't even know that Element made an S4 case with the aluminum back? Maybe you were talking about the bezel?

Did yours scratch up easily?

I'm sticking with the Elite for now as G-10 is some tough stuff.

Maybe I'll sell that green/black pro. :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] daoom:
Yeah, I'm talking about the bezel, and yes it did scratch up easily with just normal wear and tear (i.e. being in my pocket)

I'm probably going to get a Slim Armour or Slim Armour Tough case for my S5.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Bageebies:
Okay I must admit I have always liked Element Case designs. If they could make some models more price competitive with other brands like Spigen, UAG etc, that would be sweet.]
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jeeve76:
I got china fake for the hell of it after returning my defective Element, ended up being really nice and no defects haha
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Did you get the one with the aluminum back?

What does the inside look like?

Pictures please............:good:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jeeve76:
I got the Recon CF from Element originally and you can see I had a few issues with it earlier in this thread. The knockoff is a Recon Pro Black Ops with aluminum back, I'll put some pics up after I grab a beer

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Took some pics, Photobucket seems to be broken atm, how else can I host these pics
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Please give it another try when Photobucket is back alive.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
That's a good looking fake. Pretty sad that the fakes are better then the real deal.

Did it come with the belt clip also?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jeeve76:
Nope, didn't see it offered for sale, it did come with a screen protector where the original did not lol
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Does that back plate feel like aluminum or maybe some type of other metal?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jeeve76:
Magnet doesn't stick so I'd say it's aluminum
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Valkyrie Zero:
What website did you order the knock off from? Do you have a link? Thanks
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] diggy94:
Yeah we all want to check it out and maybe even buy one. Link for the knockoff plz
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] chungdae:
Do they offer a clear back?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] diggy94:
Hey man I was wondering if you can post the link of the replica case ??
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] captanabolic:
I got mine from wacky dot 39.99 For the Vapor White its a nice case for that price

http://www.wackydot.com/recon-cf-for-samsung-galaxy-s5-vapor-white?___store=us

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I got mine from WackyDot Vapor White 39.99 nice case for that price RECON CF

http://www.wackydot.com/recon-cf-for-samsung-galaxy-s5-vapor-white?___store=us

Only thing was it took 5 days from HK

All original packaging..
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] get-Apache:
Got the fake one from DxBox.com

Well after having the recon Pro Black Ops Elite in the Dark Earth I thought I would try the fake Recon Pro from Dx Box which was posted earlier in this thread.

What I received was a nice fake but the portion of the SBS port on the front of the case was severely distorted upon unboxing. I then took a heat gun and 'reshaped' it so that it is mostly ok. The material is not a TPU like material, instead it is very soft synthetic rubber which is comfortable in the hand although the case does distort and come off the phone a bit.

As for the back, I was expecting a nice CNC aluminum insert as pictured but actually this one (I got the red) has a painted material insert which is red. It looks ok but clearly not the manufacturing quality of the true Element. Also the surround around the insert is raised around the insert but in this knockoff it is flat.

Overall it is an ok value at $32 shipped (I got the registered mail upgrade for $2 extra so I could track it) and I received the case in 2 weeks following my order from Hong Kong. It did come with the lanyard and no fuse dek.
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
THIS IS FIRST THREAD STARTED BY ME IN XDA:)

STOCK 4.3 DEODEXING 57 APP WITH 42 JAR FOR XPERIA M DUAL

PRE REQUIREMENTS

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

XPERIA M DUAL

CWM RECOVERY

ROOT + BUSY BOX INSTALLED

BEFORE DOING THAT TAKE A NANDROID BACKUP USING CWM RECOVERY SO THAT YOU CAN EASILY RESTORE

HOW TO INSTALL

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

PASTE THE ATTACHED ZIP IN YOUR SD CARD

GO TO CWM RECOVERY

INSTALL ZIP FROM SDCARD1--> SELECT ZIP--> YES

ZIP FILE

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

FOR 15.5.A.0.18

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

DEODEX.rar

FOR 15.5.A.1.5 [4.3 FR2]

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

DEODEX.rar

THANKS TO

SArnab©® FOR HELP ME IN VARIOUS TROUBLES

RyokoN FOR HIS TOOL

SORRY FOR MY BAD ENGLISH
[Sony Xperia M] arnabJ:
Hello [MENTION=4865085]stalin.sk2[/MENTION],

Its my pleasure to help you. This way I too learn new things.

But I have a bad news.

I downloaded your zip file and flashed and alas my mobile got into a boot loop.

You should once recheck if the the files are ok or not.

I am not saying that te problem is in zip file itself but if you can recheck then we can be sure.

Moreover My mobile acting weird.

Everytime I try to deodex it, it goes tto bootloop each and every time.
[Sony Xperia M] paper13579:
What firmware is no-15.5.0.A.18. I mean what is the no- part. Am i missing something? :confused:
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
sorry bro... Zip file link updated
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
xperia m dual c2004 android 4.3 built number
[Sony Xperia M] paper13579:
Your should leave out the no-. It makes it confusing
[Sony Xperia M] arnabJ:
You have uploaded the full system folder.

deodexed zip should not be more then 40 or 50 mb
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
ya bro complete zip file

that u say getting bootloop for that i uploaded this

now i uploaded minimal size 27 mb(deodex only)

sorry for bad english
[Sony Xperia M] haykweb:
Deodex

For 2005 dual please
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
will upload soon:)
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
thread updated ...
[Sony Xperia M] paper13579:
Can i use flash gordon instead of cwm?
[Sony Xperia M] gamer649:
No, it replaces framework files so it will not flash them as it will make the phone freeze and the end up in a bootloop.
[Sony Xperia M] paper13579:
Oh ok, is there anyway to deodex my c2004, 4.3, locked bootloader, full root phone?
[Sony Xperia M] gamer649:
I've done a tutorial in the themes and apps sub-forum on the C190X deodexed files on how to push them manually. It should work for this phone too.

EDIT: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51763082&postcount=10

Obviously use the files from this thread and not the thread the guide was posted in.
[Sony Xperia M] shamsul1993:
Need help to remove cwm recovery from xperia m dual c2004 indian version

I want to remove cwm recovery from my sony xperia m dual c2004. please help me how to do it.
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
Flash the stock kernel from ftf via flashtool flashmode
[Sony Xperia M] shamsul1993:
I could not find them. Can you give me official link? i need to remove cwm to accept ota firmware update. Is there any way to relock boot loader in xperia m dual?
[Sony Xperia M] stalin.sk2:
if you take TA backup means u can relock bootloader

TO FLASH STOCK KERNEL

download 4 parts ftf from here

extract it using winrar/7_zip

flash the ftf via flashtool flashmode (exclude all other except kernel) reffer this
[Sony Xperia M] shamsul1993:
I didnt take TA backup before unlocking and installing cwm. And the ftf link doesnt contain the firmware version which i currently have. There is unbranded brazil firmware which is same as mine. Will it be safe to use or i need branded firmware?
[Sony Xperia M] chinmay433:
How to install 4.3 for c2004

Hello,

I have sony xperia C2004 rooted mobile phone with bootloader locked. So how can I install this 4.3 update in my rooted phone.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rybaka1994:
I recently got an android phone for the first time. I've been an iPhone user my whole life. I was wondering what you guys prefer to use for your GBA and SNES emulators? There are all different ones on the play store, and I'm not sure what exactly is the best one. Thanks guys!
[G2 and Desire Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dawidovy:
Delete post please - stupid question.
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] androidschima:
I feel silly and ashamed asking for help, but i f***ed up big time.

For some stupid reason I wiped my kindle and was left with only twrp. So no worries I thought Ill just push a rom back onto the sdcard via adb and all everything is fine...

So I though... win xp wont recognise the kindle any more. Well it does as amazon kindle 2 but not as adb device.

So I tried all this again:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2283230

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=37733595&postcount=361

and a little bit of this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2069117&highlight=root

and several other crazy things I read on XDA. Nothing realy helped.

So I thought. Hey! Why not try fastboot.... So I did. What a noobish thing to do...

Looking around I found this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2117224

screw adb in twrp, we'll use twrp's terminal emulator to go to fastboot with the command idme bootmode 4

In twrp, go to advanced. then go to terminal command. then press the select folder button.

type idme bootmode 4

reboot and you're in fastboot.

That is what I did.

Funny enough. Now ADB Drivers work perfectly and recognise Kindle as ADB device in the device manager.

Sadly though, when I try to connect through ADB or Fastboot in CMD no device is being detected.

I know you guys have better things to do than help noobsters to clean their mess up they have caused. However I would be dead gratefull if one of you mighty tech gurus could help me out on this one.

What can I do to get this fixed?

Thank you ever so much in advance!
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] PewterL31:
I'm in a similar situation. TWRP will not mount anything, If i try to wipe cashe, ect it says failed. If i try adb push it does not work. At this point I would be fine with just going back to stock. Hopefully someone can find a solution to our problem.
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] stunts513:
What is the exact command you are running? Also uninstall any kindle drivers that are installed and let it reinstall the device, I always have to do that when I switch from adb recovery to fastboot, sometimes it will be part of a component device you have to uninstall, but in that case you have to check the components vid so you don't uninstall something else by accident. All fastboot commands should be prefixed with ”-I 0x1949” so for ex: fastboot -i 0x1949 getvar product

Hope this helps.
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] androidschima:
hi there. thank you. when i type the command you said i get the following:

product otter2-prod-04

finished. total time: 0.016s

does this mean, that fastboot is actually working and i get a connection to the device?
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] androidschima:
ok i get in and out of fastboot fine. i looked through the commands here for fastboot.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=23747804

so far so good.

However whenever i flash something onto the kindle in cannot find it. also when i am in twrp it tell me unable to mount data.

fastboot wont let me format the userdata. did i break the filesystem? this must have been done by twrp when accidently formatting it... right?
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] androidschima:
im stuck....

i flashed new recovery through fastboot because this was supposed to get the twrp 2.3.3.0 bug out of the system formatting the data partition in a way i could flash a rom onto it. so new twrp 2.7 flashed through fastboot. according to the cmd it worked all fine...

now i come into white blue boot loade choose recovery and kindle wont boot from there.

this is just f***d up. Next time i jsut keep my hands of jailbreaking hardware.

anychance anyone out there could give me a hand and get this fixed? I am
[Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting] stunts513:
I thought 2.7 hadn't been release for kf2. You sure you flashed the right version for your device? If it is a kf2 then flash this one: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2218868

Once you flash it from fastboot, recovery should work again.