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[Samsung Galaxy Gear] bomavim:
Golfinggino, Is your phone rooted?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mastershotx:
N00b here.. I have a GS4 with:

Android version: 4.3

Baseband ver: M919UVUEMK2

What is the proper way [Guide] to root or unlock [or both] this version?

Seems as if this version is tricky to unlock and root.. [ie KNOX etc.] :confused:

tnx in adv
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Android_Monsters:
Cf autoroot still works on mk2, but you're going to trip Knox: http://www.droidviews.com/how-to-root-t-mobile-galaxy-s4-sgh-m919-on-android-4-3-vruemk2-firmware/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mastershotx:
So there is no way to root without tripping Knox?

What about unlocking is there a way to do this without root?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Android_Monsters:
Sadly there is no way to root 4.3 or 4.4 without tripping Knox.

It's not supposed to be so bad to trip Knox.

Just says seandroid kernel not enforcing at boot.

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People say cf region unlock also unlocks their phone.

Here is the first unlock thread I found: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2283068
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mastershotx:
That unlock thread does not work with Mk2. No service menu in Mk2.

Can cf region be used without root?

Where is the thread with this
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Android_Monsters:
Here is the 2nd unlock thread I found: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2628120
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] mastershotx:
Lol.. It clearly says in BOLD red that it does not work with MK2 or 4.3.

Thanks for trying man. But ive been through most of those forums already.

Hence why im asking if there is proper way...

The only one that seems to work is the safestrap one where id have to root first then install the MF3 modem then use RegionLockAway..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Android_Monsters:
Can you call T-Mobile for the unlock code?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] Karakoram2:
Or buy one on eBay?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] toxicated2:
Hello everyone i am in a peculiar situation i recently got s3 from my friend he said that it is I9300 but when i received it i came to know that it is T999 and not I9300 . My problem here is it came with android version 4.1.1 build number : I9300ZSEMC1 i didn't understand why it came with i9300 firmware ( i cannot ask my friend as he does not have much technical knowledge ) everything is working fine occasionally touch does not respond and i have bit of hard time switching on wi fi and weird battery drain problems what i want to know is , is these because of the i9300 firmware being present in t999 and whether is it advisable to update it further from 4.1.1 version to t999 latest stock firmware or to stick with the present version . If it is advisable to update to t999 based stock firmware i want to know whether it will work in indian carriers and wont have any problems and also can someone guide me for the right firmware link / build number to go with. :fingers-crossed:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tokenpoke:
I didn't know the firmware would actually flash across models.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] toxicated2:
But it did ! Its a dual core version with 2 gb ram i verified it in download mode it stated as T999 and yet i wonder how is it running I9300 firmware ! :confused:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tokenpoke:
Isn't the I9300 the 1gbp ram version?

Anyway, if certified in download mode you could just flash t999 firmware.

If that doesn't sound safe you can also put a t999 recovery on it and try doing a backup and installing a t999 rom
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] toxicated2:
I was thinking of using root_66 firmware for t999 will i end up locking the phone or will it work in indian network carriers after flashing tmobile firmware ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] DocHoliday77:
Sounds kinda like some of the "frankenphones" we've heard about over the last several months. Or it could also be a fake/chinese knock off. If I were you, I would see if there were any way to send it back to whoever sold it. If you plan to keep it though, understand anything you do is AT YOUR OWN RISK! The only absolutely safe course of action is to do nothing to it. If you try to flash it via Odin, and it allows it to flash, but you chose the wrong firmware, it WILL brick. There is honestly no possible way to know for sure what is up with the device.

If I had to guess, something is lying to you about what you are running. If your current firmware version is from an I9300, then that is most likely what you have. That firmware WILL NOT work on any Qualcomm, US model S3's. This tells me that its probably an I9300, and someone screwed with something, (or was careless when trying to copy Samsung), in the bootloader. Because it tells you it is a T999 in download mode, it will probably not let you flash the I9300 firmware. But if you try to flash the T999 firmware, there is a very good possibility you will brick it.

It is up to you what you want to try, but understand you are taking a bigger than normal risk since you already know the device isnt normal to begin with.

One way you can try to determine what motherboard it uses, (though this is by no means a for certain way to know), is go to the SIM unlock thread in General and try to follow those instructions. Also try the GPS fix thread in the Q&A sticky roll up. If I am not mistaken, both use dialer codes that are specific to Qualcomm devices. If they work, its a better chance of it being a T999. If they do not work, its more likely to be an I9300.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] toxicated2:
I decided to go ahead with flashing root66 firmware and selected the latest 4.3 can't express how nervous i was to find out the outcome of it and then finally when the process was over to my surprise i did not face any bootloops or any other problem infact the network seemed to be working well and no problems as far now happy !! Thanks for the help [MENTION=4081205]DocHoliday77[/MENTION] [MENTION=3900179]tokenpoke[/MENTION] :);)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tokenpoke:
There is a chance that someone modified the model number in the phone to access certain apps or something.

I remember modifying a phone to do that go some exclusive app a couple years ago.
[8.9" Kindle Fire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vampvlad2009:
Hello, I just got a Kindle Fire HD 8.9 from my sister. She asked me to try to fix it for her. Its all stock from factory. never been rooted. the only thing i can get it to do it boot to the ( KINDLE FIRE) logo. its sits there for a few minutes and restarts. someones if i let it sit long enough it will go to the unlock screen. but when i try to swipe to unlock it does nothing. I can get it into fastboot. but from there i can't get it to do anything. when i try to restore from the SR tool i get a error. FAILED <remote: artition>. any help would be great.
[Moto X Q&A] Bionic22:
So can anyone confirm or deny this?

I don't believe I have any images to take a picture of now and compare with side by side.

If anyone has any to provide, please do so. :good:
[Moto X Q&A] Neogx:
i was wondering the exact same thing
[Moto X Q&A] Groid:
Low light pictures have definitely improved in my opinion.
[Moto X Q&A] rupterr:
Same opinion here. The camera update is a good one.
[Moto X Q&A] aadi007:
SO is the camera of the Moto X now at par with the competition like Nexus 5 or Galaxy S4 etc?
[Moto X Q&A] DaRkRhiNe:
LOL that escalated quickly. I don't think it can get as good as that of s4 with just an S/W update. S4's hardware is also better.
[Moto X Q&A] aadi007:
Ok, what abt N5 then?
[Moto X Q&A] omias:
S4.....no way !!!! S4 camera is amazing

But moto x camera update can fight with Nexus 5 camera for sure.

Btw...the moto x flash led is really really really enhanced.
[Moto X Q&A] aadi007:
^ Thanks guys..

I have experience with Nexus 5 but have never used a Moto X.

I am not looking for the best camera smartphone but Nexus 5 camera is good enuff for me.... I use my DSLR when I need better performance or quality.

So, its reassuring to know what Moto X camera is at par with N5..

I was confused whether to get a N5 or MotoX ,, I m more inclined towards the Moto :)
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Hold on, isn't Nexus 5's camera pretty awful? After using the S4 for pretty long I can say it has an okay camera, a very good for a mobile phone's perspective though. S4 is leaps and bounds ahead of N5 right?

I think the Moto X sits in between them?
[Moto X Q&A] DBBGBA:
Looks like now we are close to N5. Neither Moto X or N5 are good in the camera department in my opinion, but then again both had to keep costs down not like the S4.

It looks to me like this update claims are valid. It doesn't make the camera a brand new one (for instance the moto x still has trouble with white balance, and two quick pictures of the same subject can have two different color temperatures), but it definitely shows improvements.
[Moto X Q&A] SymbioticGenius:
Having had both the Nexus5 and MotoX at the same time I have been asked to compare the two many times. The best way to describe them in comparison I've found is this:

The MotoX is a great value phone with minimal lag and amazing features that truly make a smartphone smart.

The Nexus5 is the smallest computer I've ever had with no lag whatsoever, very nice vibrant screen and when necessary it makes phone calls too.

Camera wise, I took multiple pictures with both phones back to back and in low light the Nexus always won. This was a few updates ago and now I only have the MotoX so I can't compare with 4.4.3... but like I said I only have the MotoX.

P.S. with the limited information we have on the X+1 it seems as though we might be getting the best of both worlds. Might be worth the wait.
[Moto X Q&A] aadi007:
Don't know about other places but in India, the N5 costs as much as the S4.

Moto X costs around 15-20% less.

About the camera of N5, I find it adequate for the purpose...it's not that good but will serve me fine.

I haven't seen the Moto X..And here in India, Motorola has a unique sales strategy where all their phones are available thru only one online retailer. SO, you can't go to a retail shop and try it.

I am inclined to buy the Moto X as long as the camera is decent .. I mean if it matches N5 in camera, that 'll be fine for me.

As per earlier reviews, it seems N5 camera is better than Moto X. So, I wanted to find out if the Moto X has improved after the updates and it now matches the N5 in camera.

Cheers.
[Moto X Q&A] DaRkRhiNe:
Go for it!! You will not regret. It truly lives up to the word "Smartphone"
[Moto X Q&A] Wutang200:
I disagree about the N5 being able to make phone calls. I went through 11 Nexus 5's due to major issues with call quality. Build quality was poor too as 2 of my replacements had dead pixels. Also the SIM tray on some of them didn't sit flush against the body.

It's the main reason why I replaced it with the Moto X.

Camera wasn't great but neither is the one in the Moto X. They're both average.
[Moto X Q&A] SymbioticGenius:
Didn't have any build quality issues on my Nexus and I was day 1 order (most of whom did have issues). If I went through 11 phones for call quality I'd look into a different carrier cause the strength of the Motorola radios might be masking the fact that your carrier sucks.

Your post however did remind me that the screen on the Nexus was incredibly bright and didn't produce an actual black but more of a gray and the speaker was horrid... Still, smallest PC I've ever had and better that most tablets I've seen for my usage
[Moto X Q&A] aadi007:
Ordered the Moto X finally... waiting for it impatiently now
[Moto X Q&A] DBBGBA:
Well when it came out the S4 was way more expensive than the N5. I'm not surprised the price went down since the new S5 is out (plus in the US the S4 has a slower processor compared to the N5).

I'm checking right now on Amazon:

Samsung Galaxy S4 unlocked seems to average $425

Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Play edition (from the play store) $649

Nexus 5 straight from Google Play is $349

Moto X unlocked from amazon ~$315 while from the motorola website $400

The camera is decent on the Moto X. I'm a visual artist so I can tell you it's not gonna replace real cameras, but it's great for those family photos, events, outside landscapes. It takes a bit of time for it to adjust the colors to the correct light around you. You can wait a bit and snap a good pic or do it quickly and color correct it later. My roommate took amazing pictures of landscapes in Ecuador and she's technologically inept and knows nothing about waiting for the right picture. So I can assume with sunlight the camera works great.

It doesn't have any of the Samsung or LG gimmicks and auto functions. Which is fine for me since I like to shoot normal pic and edit them later.

I was thorn too because of the camera, but then I decided to get the moto X and I can tell you that there's so much more this phone does for me that I can definitely overlook the camera aspect. Plus I never really use my phone as my main camera, more like a backup in a pinch or to remember things so it worked out quite nicely.
[Moto X Q&A] Thepho3nix:
You people are wrong, yet the galaxy s4 uses a 13mpx SONY RS sensor, lacks in low light conditions even further than moto X would, the omnivision sensor placed on moto x it's capable of shooting 2k-4k real videos, I think moto x camera need heavy efforts in development by lenovo in this case, they can achieve wide benefits from the clear pixel technology, some algorithms an improved camera app and a better image processing would put the moto X in the top of g

High end phones with great and no regrets cameras.
[Moto X Q&A] omias:
Good info
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Yeah this is right. S4's low light performance was sub par. Still being said that if Moto X's camera was like S4 I would be dancing. X's below average consistency for day shots and absolutely horrible focus motor just puts this camera really low in the rank. It is two generations behind, S2 shots which I took two years ago looks better than this, really sad. I would gladly have taken an average Sony sensor than this Omnivision or whatever sensor is this...

All these namings are nonsense too. ClearPixel, Ultrapixel, BS. Z2 or S5 or Lumia's camera don't need any fancy naming to take good photos. I hope X+1 will have a non fancy sensor with a non funny name.
[Moto X Q&A] overthatscreen:
I can confirm that I now use the camera more than before thanks to the update. Low light quality has improved drastically. I had an S4 and hated the camera shutter lag. The shutter lags on the X too, but that's a given.
[Moto X Q&A] Thepho3nix:
Dude have you really grabbed and tested a moto x camera since last 4.4.3 update? I used to have an Xperia Z, bragging its 13mpx sensor, and its 'social camera' its all bull****, when putting the sensor in low light conditions, the NOISE make his big entrance, giving a blurry shot with a lot of noise & totally non steady.

Galaxy s4 brings the same 2 years old sensor, and giving of course a fake HDR video mode that in fact only boost color but with no exposure meter or whatever.

Accept it, galaxy s4's camera is only good in good light conditions.
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Dude I have the XT1052, and this one does not have 4.4.3 mate. And there is nothing to accept, it's the truth, Galaxy S4's camera is only good at daylight, it's really poor in low light, and I can also say the same with S5, it's just same. The only camera which I have seen performing good under artificial light / low light was the 1020, and some other Lumia which I don't remember. Z2 is passable too, a lot better than S5.

I just hope 4.4.3 does bring a nice update, however I don't believe in miracles, still, I just want colour accuracy at this point, nothing else. God knows when the update will come for my phone!
[Moto X Q&A] Thepho3nix:
What carrier is up your phone? 4.4.3 for moto X was stopped because google realized there was a major security leak, however some 4.4.3 update took some devices for sure, y flashed the 4.4.3 developer edition and after the days, you can feel and see changes in the whole camera app.

For me the only phone making a great job in low light conditions but also in artificial light conditions is the HTC M7 with its latest update at the beginning was too noisy but then the take advantage from its technology and sensor.
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Umm, I am in Calcutta mate, here is no such locked phone thingy, all are unlocked / contract free. Mine is on Vodafone India. And the ROM it is running is 161.44.38.ghost_row.AsiaRetail.en.03, which is 4.4.2 as I said.

Are you saying I can flash a 4.4.3 Dev Edition ROM to this device?
[Moto X Q&A] Thepho3nix:
Yeah sure, of course you can.

The developer edition of the firmware it's the named t-mobile , just unlock the bootloader then just flash the firmware trough rsd lite and enjoy.
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Thanks, didn't know that. Unlocked the bootloader as soon as I got the phone, lol.

You are talking about the only 4.4.3 which is posted here right? http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0

It's for T-Mobile, so while booting up it will show that awkward logo of T-Mobile?
[Moto X Q&A] piskr:
Be really careful regarding update which doesn't match your system. JoeKid has written about possible consequences a lot (http://xdaforums.com/moto-x/general/xt1053-4-4-3-ota-update-zip-t2772613/page20). In best case you'll lose your LTE reception if it matters to you. You'll probably get your authentic OTA update 4.4.4 in about 10 days or less.
[Moto X Q&A] Thepho3nix:
Negative, you won't get the awkward logo, I though that worked that way but it doesn't. If you lose LTE connectivity, you can actually flash your current baseband/radio.
[Moto X Q&A] devilsdouble:
Thanks, I just read that page, and yes it seems that Moto X will get the 4.4.4 update soon, so I am just gonna wait a week or so.

Thanks. LTE doesn't matter to me as I don't use it. Since updating the Moto boot animation from Play (that new football one) now my phone shows some Verizona or something while booting up, I don't like that, that's why I asked about carrier logo.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justin 8366:
I just rooted my Droid Maxx on KitKat 4.4 version 19.6.3 and now I'm trying to get Wi-Fi tether, but not having any luck. Tried replacing the entitlement apk file, but I think I used one for 19.5.3.. Is there an apk file that works for 19.6.3?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BriCo84:
I am interested in this as well. I am on 19.5.3 and want to update, but am afraid of losing tether. Does anyone have a solution for 19.6.3 or higher?
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Jammol:
Ask that waterproof with removable battery? I didn't think so.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] AWFRONT:
Think about the Samsung Galaxy S5 which has some form of water and dust resistancy. I am happy with this level of protection for the sake of having a removable rear cover.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
The ZU has a removable back, just a little heat and a guitar pick will do it ;)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] AWFRONT:
True but it wouldn't be too much to ask Sony or another brand to give us a user removable/replacable back cover. If Samsung and others can why can't Sony? :D
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
One thing with the xperia range is that a friend of mine left her's on the roof of her car car over the weekend, came off at ~80km. Battery stayed intact and she could find it with GPS. Try that with a removable battery.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] shaolin95:
I added my comments to some of the things I would change from your specs. :)
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] LordManhattan:
Because Samsung settles with subpar build quality. Sony does - or tries, not to.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Jammol:
If it has a removable back and battery it could only be water resistant, not waterproof. Unless they come up with some new tech that makes the back cover seal each time, which I doubt would happen anytime soon on a smartphone.

This phone doesn't need to be any bigger than it already is. I have huge hands and it still stretches me a bit and I have to use both hands sometimes. I will definitely not be getting the new one if the size increases. Also it's too thin. Yes it is sexy, yes it is sleep and it might be the thinnest or whatever, but that inevitably causes it's downfall which is why so many were/are cracking from being in the pockets. If it's going to be so thin, it needs to be more rigid, or just make it flex!

Not So Finally.....BEZELS!!! OMG!!! I understand why they are so huge at the top and bottom, but damn they could have at least made them off the screen, just like the ION. Damn I miss that phone for that feature. Next ZU should have OFF SCREEN navigation buttons like the ION did.

I don't personally use Flash, but at least put a better/Great camera on the thing!!!

16GBs is way too small!!! It's 2014, WTF SONY?!!! From Last year onward, NO HIGHEND SMARTPHONE SHOULD HAVE ANY LESS THAN 32GB of freakin' STORAGE MEMORY!!!! MY DAMN FLASHDRIVE HAS MORE THAN MY FREAKING PHONE!!! It classified as an Entertainment Device is it not?! At least that's what the lady in the promo video and photos was using it for!!! Can't watch all them movies with 16GBs! And yes I know that's what an SDCard is for. That's why I own one. But it would be nice to have more device storage!

Cases!!! It needs cases!!!
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] darth5zaft:
A waterproof devices with removable battery is possible. But it won't be as thin nor as solid.

I'm afraid 7" is a bit to big for me. Used to owned 2 7" phone enable tablet. But it's too wide for the pockets.

I also owned the T2 ultra as well, it's an impressive device which fix most of ZU problem but add in a few mid ranger problem as well.

I would be happy if the Z2U has a bigger screen but at the same width, a flash, better camera, 2 front facing stereo speakers and a 64bit processor.

Not sure if I want a 2k screen. The T2 can lass at least 10 hours of screen on time at the same battery capacity as the ZU. I also happens to own the vaio pro 11 during the fire sales. Do hope sony bring carbon fibre to the xperia lines.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] vanadium101:
Dual sim, 64gb & 128gb internal memory, Dolby, Quad microphone, 13mp Secondary camera, Removable battery all are too much to expect, and I doubt would happen in the next ultra device.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] hansip87:
6.2 inch with QHD, IPS kind of Z2 (lower power i suppose), 3400mAh battery, snapdragon 805, 3GB of RAM, thicker profile max at 7mm, no shatter proof sheet, dual stereo speaker like Z2, and 13mp with 2x clear zoom (or 5mp downsampled quality) Then I'm sold. Big bezel down and top, that's ok, as long as there are speakers below.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] jutley:
Has to have a very good front facing camera for them selfies.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] thekingisnaked:
..

Must be 6 mm thick.

Hi-fi sound.

2 speakers or a decent one. Heck the speakers may resemble the looks of 4k bravia tv's speakers, there is room for it.

21 mp first camera, 5 mp front.

Paypal enabled fingerprint sensor.

6.2" qhd screen.

Fast charging.

Must keep the top and bottom bezels or hello to ghost touches.

Make it more fingerprint friendly please.

The outer frame can be metallic but not shiny (apple slate) not black.

Camera shutter button would be great.

Snapdragon 805.

3 gigs of ram.

Noise cancellation earphones out of the box.

More cases.

And a goodbye letter to galaxy note 4 in a romantic way.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] martin132014:
Well, some of the desired spec you need, the Chinese manufacturer has already implemented it....it just not Sony that is...
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] thekingisnaked:
Above specs with Sony build quality from the Chinese? I think I'll pass.