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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] slimc84:
I used my brothers M8 for about 2 weeks and have been using the S5 since it has been released in stores. If you are going by appearance alone, the M8 takes the cake. If you need louder speakers, go with the M8. Even tho the S5 doesn't have root, I stay around 5-6hrs of screen time with about 25hrs in between charges. I am a heavy texter, steam pandora during my 1hr car ride each way to/from work and use Facebook a lot. The M8 battery life didn't come close to comparing to the S5. The light weight of the S5 is a huge factor as well. In direct sunlight, the screen on the S5 displays a little better than the M8. The camera on the S5 is better than the M8. I don't use the heartbeat sensor so I find that pretty useless. The double tap to wake feature on the M8 is something that I definitely wish was possible on the S5. A lot of people complain about the fingerprint scanner on the S5, but I haven't experienced them. Being able to disable a lot of the built in apps and services on the S5 has drastically improved the performance; however, it is a little too early to tell its impact on battery life. Not having root is a huge drawback as I like to completely just remove the junk that I don't use and am a flashaholic. Ultimately, it is your choice as to which device would be better for you, but for me the S5 is my device of choice.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] Zorachus:
I will say, the M8 feels very premium in the hand, and the screen is extremely crisp, bright, and clear looking. My old S4 feels like a kids plastic toy, compared to the luxury feel of the M8. And Sense 6 with the Black / White colors, looks very professional and polished, compared to the butt ugly nasty Touchwiz on my S4.

But I haven't really played with an S5 much, so I am comparing my M8 to S4 which isn't fair.

I just miss the lightweight feel of the S4, with the rounded corners, felt very good in the palm of the hand.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] lordpelvis:
I chose the m8 because of the ability to convert it to Google Play and the fact that the company let's you unlock it. I was a big Samsung fan until the Note 3.

As far as features, I wasn't a big camera person so the decision was a no brainer for me.

This is my first HTC phone and so far it doesn't disappoint. Battery life is amazing (although converted) and the speakers rock. However if it was waterproof that would have been a nice touch.

Either phone is a good choice. Decide what you really want to do with it then use that to choose. For me it was customizability and the speakers.

Hope this helps.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] titaneds73:
I have owned a Samsung phone since the first Galaxy came out software on the galaxy is the best in my opinion, even though I don't use all the features I used alot of them, since the s4 with boot loader lock to the s5 it has just soured me on Samsung. So I decided to try HTC and I don't regret it, battery life is amazing and I use it all day, the feel of the metal to me personally feels more premium and the fact that HTC gives you the choice to unlock boot loader is a plus. Camera well I'm not a photographer so a decent camera will do and I'm happy with it. Over all it comes down to personal preference.

And with a slim case my phone didn't lose that nice look and the premium feel.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] shortydoggg:
I think that you're just one of those people that just want whatever is the hottest phone out there, but is that phone the best one for you? There is the best phone, and there is the right phone. I believe that the S5 is the slightly better phone, but based on what you're looking for, I believe that you already have the right phone, maybe not the better one, but the right one for you. If so, then don't let your greed get the best of you. Neither one of these phones are perfect. Let's face it. You're going to be missing something that you really want regardless of which phone you choose.

The M8 has the better look naked, but the S5 has the better looking case? Come on, seriously? Oh well, I guess every little factor matters.

But then again, Your biggest factors:

If you want the better feeling phone, then choose the S5. If you want root, then choose the M8. There is a chance that you will get one of the two factors, but not the other, as there is no guarantee that the S5 will ever get root. So, you should be deciding which is more valuable to you, better feel or root.

The other factors, best battery, best performance, are going to vary based on who you ask because no two phones will be or act exactly alike.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] Dark_Vortex:
If you're in the US then the M8 and the S5 are two of the best choices right now. I faced your same dilemma. You can't go wrong with either phone, but each one has strengths and weaknesses and some of those weaknesses will never change.

For me I chose the S5, but I wanted the better camera. I wanted the RGB LED notification. I wanted the phone that won an award for best display on a smartphone ever. I'm a bit old-fashioned...I didn't want to go to a phone that had no hardware buttons. I also wanted a removable battery.

For choosing those, I had to give up what the M8 was offering like BoomSound, Sense 6 (I happen to like Sense), the new BlinkFeed everyone seems to like, the nice metal case, unlocked bootloader and root right out of the gate and so on.

There's no perfect phone. You have to find the one whose flaws you're willing to live with. I'm just glad the Xperia Z2 isn't offered by any carriers here or it would have been an even tougher decision!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] abraxo:
I personally love the s5 build. The back has good grip and doesn't attract fingerprints. I would assume that it's likely more durable than the m8 based off of the water resistance alone. Speakers on the s5 get the job done. Loudest they were on any sammy device. Only drawback, which was already mentioned, is lack of root. The bloatware is more present than ever and, while I won't flash anything too crazy since I like the stability of TouchWiz, I would like to remove all this bloatware
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] greyhulk:
I currently have both. The GS5 is going back this week. Reason: Lag drives me crazy. It's not a slow phone, but there are slight lags everywhere and they add up. Especially when you compare it side-by-side with the M8. I just can't use a phone like this as my daily driver.

I will say that this phone has the best screen I've ever seen. I thought the M8 was good until I saw the GS5. I also like the way the GS5 feels in my hand more and I don't feel like I need a case to keep from dropping it. I thought I wanted the better camera, but I find that, while better, it's not so much better that I have to keep this device over the M8. And it's slower to launch, which means I miss a lot of shots I can get with my M8.

That being said, the lack of root, locked bootloader, and Knox pretty much kill it for me. My M8 is already rooted with ads blocked and tethering. I also have a Find 7a on the way, so I don't really need all three phones.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] Zorachus:
One minor thing, I like the look of the black colored S5 with a cool flat black case on it, looks very stealth and bad ass, and the phone sits flat on a desk with a case, easy to still use the phone flat. Where as the M8 is curved, and any case on the M8 immediately kills the great looks of the new One. Is funny, the S5 actually looks better with the right case on it, and the M8 only looks awesome naked, but is dangerous to run around with the M8 unprotected. I haven't see any good looking case for the M8 yet, they all destroy the beauty of the phone.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] djkinetic:
Keep the M8 if you need root...while a root exploit for the ATT version will likely be found later, there likely really isnt a whole lot of development thats gonna happen for the device. I have both, but I went and bought a TMO outright and sim unlocked it...That said as soon as I can get a 1+ invite, I'm getting rid of the S5.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] naruto.ninjakid:
I currently have the Note 2 ND I'm on tmobile but I like to see the trend that carriers and phones are going. I'm very devoted to the Note line and my next phone is going to be the Note 4. It seems Samsung is OK with carriers locking bootloader. If tmobile does this I will have to move to htc hopefully they develop a good note competitor.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] DXL007:
Have you had any issues with the SIM unlock such as the phone loosing the APN, getting MMS, or anything?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] shortydoggg:
Well flip coin. If it comes up heads, then get the phone with the better looking case; tails, the better looking phone naked.

What's the difference? 11 or 12 phones in 4 years? It doesn't matter which phone you already have. You're going to get the other, plus one more in the next year anyway, your 3 phones per year average. I say get the S5 now, since you already have the M8. If you had the S5 first, you would probably be getting the M8 next. You're not going to be completely satisfied anyway regardless of which phone you get.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] Zorachus:
LOL at the 12 phones in 4 years. I think so ? My first Android phone was the MyTouch 3G, then the Nexus-One, EVO 4G, EVO 3D, Nexus-S 4G, Galaxy S2, Galaxy Nexus, HTC One X, Note 2, Nexus 4, Galaxy S4, and now my HTC One M8, so that would be 12 :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] shortydoggg:
You're just a phone jumper, admit it. You just like to try different phones. The only reason you're thinking about the S5, is because you haven't got your hands on it yet. If you had the S5 first, then you'd be thinking about the M8.

I wish I had enough money to try 12 phones every 4 years. I'm stuck every 2 years with just 1, the last 10 years.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] karmuh:
Keep the S5

/thread
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] davew41:
I had the m8, it was fast but things I did not like

it felt like a slick wet bar of soap, yes a case would resolve this issue and most of use cases..

I hated the camera I take loads of pics with my phones and 4 ultra pixels was just not cutting it..

I like lifeproof cases yet they will sadly not be making them for the HTC M8.. I drop my phone a lot and would like to have a waterproof case..

S5

I now own

it is waterproof for short amounts of time up to whatever meters.. another words if i drop in or get a call in the rain or whatever i don't have to worry about getting it wet.

the camera is a load better on the S5

on the S5 you can set up the screen for more sensitivity so if you are wearing gloves you can use your phone ( living in the northeast this is a good thing in cold weather)

lifeproof also has a case for this in the works even though you can get it wet I'd still like a waterproof case..

removable back on the s5

removable battery on the s5

user interface, well most of us download new launchers and then later on root and unstall a rom so this wont be an issue once root is gained on the AT&T and Verizon models...

those are why I chose the S5 over the M8
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] joyrida12:
I got the S5 almost two weeks ago and loved it. It's fast, has a great screen, great camera and excellent battery life. But for me, having root was the my biggest motivator. It was the main reason I traded my iPhone 5 for an s4 a few months back. I just traded my s5 back in for the m8 and don't regret it a bit, they are both excellent phones and both have their trade offs. If rooting is not a big deal for you then by all means go with the s5(I would have). If you know you will want/need root in the future then the m8 is probably your best bet.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 5] Zorachus:
After a week of owning the One M8 I am pretty happy with it, I'd say very happy actually. Not fair, but the comparisons are against my previous phone, the Galaxy S4.

Pros;

- Screen is awesome, very crisp and sharp, with realistic colors, looks extremely detailed. After my S4's AMOLED, this is a refreshing change. Plus outdoors it looks night and day better than the S4 screen.

- Crazy smooth fast. The M8 is Star Trek warp speed fast compared to the S4 which would be current rocket technology fast. Plus TW on the S4 would lag or pause for a second or two in some apps, never get anything like that on the M8.

- Sense 6 is very nice, compared to Touchwiz, it looks more professional, nice Black / White / Blue theme and design to Sense 6, more of a minimalistic look. I still think stock Android is the best, but Sense 6 is a very close second. And Touchwiz is last place of all UI's to me.

- Battery life on the M8 is off the charts AMAZING, I mean like really good, maybe even 50% better then my S4. This thing almost lasts as long as my old Note 2 battery.

- Speakers, I wasn't ever really looking for great speakers in a cell phone before, never thought about it. But wow these are crazy good, loud and very clear sound. YouTube videos and music sound awesome. Really wasn't expecting to like the speakers as much as I do.

- Development friendly, I am rooted, custom Recovery, S-Off, and running a custom stock ROM. And I have the option to install the GPE ROM of the M8, so can always be on the latest Android OS if I want for years now.

Cons;

- Heavy weight, not a fan of the heavier feel of this M8, compared to my old S4 which was feather light. The S4 in gym shorts was barely noticeable, where the M8 feels like a brick.

- Curved back not cool, I like flat backs on a phone, to rest on a desk, and use it while laying down on the table. Can't really do that with the M8. I like a small thin flat case around my phone, not curved.

- Accessories, not nearly as many cases available for the M8, as there are for the iPhone or Galaxy line.

- LED Notification light on the S4 is better, bigger and brighter. The M8 has this tiny little flashing dot hiding inside the speaker grille.

- Not waterproof like the new S5, which would be nice.

Overall I really like this M8, just need to find that right case. But the S5 still looks nice too, but with no root and no ROM's for the S5 that is a big deal for me. I couldn't handle a stock carrier version S5 with no customization or option to debloat it. But the lighter feel, and flat back is ncie for the S5.

At the end of the day there is no perfect phone. I think a combination of the S5 + M8 = perfect phone. Sense 6 + S5 screen + metal design in the shape of the old smaller S4 size + waterproof. Then I woke up :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] trpfn03:
What is the best wifi patch to get the wifi working on the X2 rom?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] AJ7677:
I think this question should be better asked it the right area.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] Coug76:
This is best asked in the JediX thread or q&a. I'd run agni kernel if it were me.

Hastily spouted for your befuddlement
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] Quakeworld:
One must update.. (and do a little reading)

If you have Updated to 4.3 Already, you are all set.

If you have not yet updated to 4.3, your bootloader is blocking your WIFI connection. Please See above

That's on the X2 Page...:silly:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joeb124:
Hi,

I'm having a problem with my Verizon G2. I had the Xposed framework installed, and I installed an app called Xorware, which is a toggle for 2G/3G/4G. I messed around with the settings in the app a little bit, and left it alone. A bit later, the phone stopped connecting to the mobile data network. I tried uninstalling the Xorware apps, wiping the cache on my phone, and even restoring to a backup where I don't have Xposed installed, and I'm still getting the same issue. Wifi still works, but every couple of minutes it disconnects randomly and then connects again. I also tried removing the SIM card for a few minutes after turning off the phone, and still, no luck.

Is there any way I can fix this, or do I have to go and get a new SIM card?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] es0tericcha0s:
That's really odd. I'd try and update the PRL and / or Profile and see if that helps. If it doesn't, then might have to restock the phone with the kdz file. It's kind of a pain, but probably not as much as not having data.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Just wanted to know if anyone has tried this case out. Attached some images. Wanted to know from personal use if you have had any signal problems ??
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HaloTwenty3:
I'd also be interested in knowing about this. Thanks
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cooling2014:
Slim Waist metal case have not the signal problem, in my case.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Do you own this bumper because I wanted to know if the colour on the bumper comes off or not?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cooling2014:
Yes it is
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Is that only if you scratch it or will it come off by itself?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cooling2014:
at present, if scratch.

in long time, I am not sure
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] thormentoso:
It lost signal. (My experience)

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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Would you still recommend the case, or is the signal loss to noticeable so I shouldn't get it?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tpierce89:
The signal loss was terrible for me. I couldn't keep it on longer than a day. I went from 4g LTE to regularly having no signal in the middle of town. I had better luck with their powerful model. I used it for about 4 months and it was a good case

Sent from my locked down Note 3 via the tapatalk app
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] thormentoso:
The case is very beautiful and slim. I only like it but lost a lot of signal. I have neo hybrid spigen too, but its very big for me. I decide use my note 3 withouth case.

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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Are you on a UK network?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] thormentoso:
No, spain

Enviado desde mi SM-T310 usando Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Do you think it would make a difference if I tried this case on a 4g network in the UK. Or is there no point me wasting my time with this case?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] troyd28:
Don't waste ya time with it I had at&t the tower is right on the roof of my job building with the case I lost a lot of signal
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DemonLover:
I have both powerful and small waist bumper and don't have a signal problem so far, do think it's the best solution for the plastic battery cover from original..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] starwinter33:
Bought the case my self, Nice package, good protection, did not notice any signal degradation...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Which Network? And any problem with WiFi strength decreasing or GPS?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mikemq2003:
I own a Love Mei bumper and only see a bar drop or so which is nothing. Never have I dropped a call with it on. No GPS or WiFi signal loss either. The color on the bumper is anodized which basically is a acid bath. Scratching it will cause the color to come off but normal use or rubbing it wont.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] husnain.mohammed:
Thank for the reply
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] furkansevke:
i was playing modern combat 4 and phone give a message "battery low %5" and then suddenly phone shutdown.

when i try open illumination bar blink red

when i plug to charge phone open and after the bootloader shutdown . after few minutes phone again open automatically and same...
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mrjraider:
Let it charge for a few hours ;) It is hard to bootup with an empty battery....
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] furkansevke:
i think battery dont charging.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mrjraider:
It wont if you remove the charger every few seconds.. Just leave it be for a few hours and try again ;)
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] LotoTutu:
It is normal phenomenon.

The phone can't open when the power is too low ( the bar is red).
[Networking] weezy:
Does anyone know to upgrade the MDA Wifi to E/I. I read on phone scoop, its says Wi-Fi. 802.11 b/g (upgradeable to e/i)

I know there wont be a speed diffrence due to processor speeds but I want to be able to use the network.
[XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sianos:
Hi guys,

i open this thread to understand what are the requirements (system apks) to let voice input of keyboards work.

I googled and i found (or at least i understood) that the only app needed for voice input is "voice search" of google.

I already installed it, but i have no microphone icon on system keyboard.

I also tried other keyboards but, even if there is the mic icon, it does absolutely nothing, so i think there is something missing.

What can it be?

I already tried reflashing rom and kernel.

I'm on MiniCM10 by naa and naa-jb kernel.
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] Frezi Evan:
Mod.. Please apologizes me..

I just want to know, how many user now use Galaxy Mega s5 here ?
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] captemo:
I am sorry, but I can hardly ever understand what it is your trying to say. ???????????
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] Frezi Evan:
Basically i want to know that, in this mega forum how many forum user used mega?
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] nourworld:
Guys i need urgent help Galaxy mega 6.3

Guys, i need your help

i am trying to flash android kitkat 4.4 on my device Galaxy mega 6.3

now i had rooted my device

then i rebooted in recovery mood using philZ touch 6 for the purpose of backup EFS folder

now i don't know how to use PhilZ touch 6 wizard on my mobile to backup the required file

could any member help me please ??
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] captemo:
First of all, I would not post this here, rather it is worthy of a thread itself. Due to the titling of this thread, you will not get the attention you deserve. I would post it in the Q&A forums.

Maybe a moderator can move it for you, but you are probably better off deleting here and repost there.

You will have to provide more information too. Folks need to know which variant of the device you have. Maybe what you did to get there.

Good luck my friend
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] trurl3:
The best tool for backup your EFS patition is "Samsung tool" app - look here:

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s3/development/tool-samsung-tool-1-0-t2602325
[Samsung Galaxy Mega] Frezi Evan:
You can create this question here :

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2329215

You will find a good answer here.. Thanks
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackcat67:
how to install galaxy s3 tizen ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s2agELLIVc
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] talkChrisTucker:
Today,actually everything was fine but,I tried to restart my Nexus cause of some issues(nvm),right after that I tried to start it and it won't start.

I mean it keep doing the startup animation for hours nonstop.

please help me!!!

:crying:
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mashed_Potatoes:
Re-flash rom
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] talkChrisTucker:
thx

what is that?

can you give me a tutorial or something?

thx
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sidnoit22:
Are you rooted? Are you on Stock Rooted ROM? OR Non Rooted? If you don't know these words and reading them first time..type no.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blusydays:
Is your N4 rooted ?
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] talkChrisTucker:
no root

no root!
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blusydays:
With no root, the only way to get rid of this bootloop is to factory reset, you can do it in recovery by pressing volume down + power at the same time, then you choose Recovery with the volume button. BUT you will loose everything ( pics, apps, etc. ).

But I hope that someone can give you another solution less "destructive".
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Marvlesz:
Can he do a back up using ADB and then do a partial restoration after a factory reset?

Will adb backup work if the phone's not booting? .. I know that adb works when in a bootloop, but in the guide it shows a prompt to enter some encryption password ... I summon android wizards to answer this ...
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mashed_Potatoes:
adb works with no os. that's how CM installer installs CM11 through usb (ADB) even when the phone can only enter recovery