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[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] jerflash:
To be honest touch Id is amazing. It works instantly... 99.9% of the time. The alpha is the best Samsung scanner. It works 75% of the time. You do have to skip just right but not as accurately as on the S5. It's still not a feature I could use every day.

It's Samsung best phone for sure...I like it much more then the S5

Sent from iPhone I'm testing using Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] RS050377:
[MENTION=2938897]jerflash[/MENTION]

Have you used a S5 before the Alpha?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] jerflash:
I have used most newer smart phones. Only problem with the alpha is less battery life

Sent from iPhone I'm testing using Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] RS050377:
[MENTION=2938897]jerflash[/MENTION]

How much lesser is the battery life of the Alpha compared to the S5?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] engid87:
Is it just me (or the display unit I tried) or the home button is pretty hard to press?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Arkangel786:
It's worryingly pretty quiet in here, lol.

A little background:

I used to own a LG G2 which had awesome battery life, but I sold that a few months ago as I got tired of the glitches and bought an S5. Battery life on the S5 was pretty good too, I could get a couple of days out of a full charge with maybe 5 1/2 hours screen on time.

However, the minute I saw the Alpha, I know the S5's days were numbered, lol.

One of my biggest concerns before buying the Alpha was the size of its battery. It was very small compared to the devices I was used to and I needed a device that could get me through the day without needing a charge.

After a few days of indecision, I finally took the plunge and bought one......

I've now had the Alpha for three full days and I've got to admit, I'm pleasantly surprised by the battery life. I can quite easily get a full days usage out of it with between 4 - 4 1/2 hours screen on time.

Yes, its not exactly brilliant, but, considering the size of the size of the battery, its pretty darn good.

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[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] cybropm:
Yes I do hope there is more support for this device. After a few days of use I am loving the size, screen is nice and I often dont even think about it being 720p. Battery life is surprising and has lasted me a full day on charge and I do the usual pug in to charge before I go to bed.

Now we just need root on ATT and I will be happy cause I am missing being able to tether/wifi hotspot.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] phositadc:
Can you have a 12 hour clock in the status bar without having am/pm or is the only way to get rid of am/pm to use a 24 hour clock?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] psenseny:
I agree, I am looking to Root, but am very concerned with the KNOX warranty (I came from the S3).

I am on at&t and I have tethering capabilities, USB and Wifi - you should not need root (I am on at&t mobile share plan, thus it is allowed)
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] MadMike10:
I got my alpha today coming from the htc one m7. .. if you have any questions just ask me! I can just say it looks gorgeous and feels great in one hand! That's also why I did not take a soon z3 compact....

Greetings

Edit: screen could be better ... if you change from full HD to hd you really see it... but you get used to it

Edit: fingerprint works more than 95% of all times with index finger, thumb is worse

Edit: Battery drops fast when streaming video with wifi/lte
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Arkangel786:
Benchmarks:
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] alpha beta gaga:
why did you choose the alpha over the sony z3 compact?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] limitbreak09:
Battery life...like everyone is saying..
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Arkangel786:
I've had my Alpha for a week now and the battery life isn't that bad tbh. You can get through the day with moderate use. I'm getting between 4-4.5hrs total screen on time and only stick it on charge before bedtime. I haven't even used power saver yet!

Personally speaking, I knew what I was getting in terms of battery size but I still sold my S5 to buy the Alpha and I don't regret it at all.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] MadMike10:
I really like the design of the alpha ... battery life did get better after the first few charges ...
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] apollokid:
Hypothetically which device would you rather have - a phone that gives you 2-3 hours more battery or a phone with 3 hours less and a replaceable battery? To me there's no question, but...to each their own.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] alpha beta gaga:
were you able to compare the camera quality on both devices at all?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] limitbreak09:
I rather have 3 hrs less and replaceable battery... bc I hate waiting on charging lol..,
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] bkeaver:
Good suggestion and would work OK but not if you wanted the WiFi calling option.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] MadMike10:
I just tried some quick shots in the shop ... sony was better in low light condition i think .... but i don't have any further experience with the z3... the photos of the alpha in daylight are great but you have to really hold still....
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] hensk:
May I ask you,this resalt you get with AT&T snapdragon or with euro version Alpha
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Arkangel786:
It's the European version, exynos octa-core.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Arkangel786:
Also, here's my latest battery stats. The battery seems to have improved slightly after several power cycles.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] MadMike10:
I just wanted to add that talk quality is superb....
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] hensk:
That is simply awesome,but mostly bothers me poor/no support for Alpha
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Flumra:
Call quality on this phone is awesome! Very happy with the phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] RS050377:
I had a Galaxy S5 before the Alpha and it seems WIFI and Bluetooth strength are weaker on the Alpha. Can anybody confirm this?
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] thoots:
Folks,

I thought I'd chime in, and give you a bit about my experiences so far:

I've got the AT&T / US version, and I'm very happy with it so far. I am absolutely happy with the screen -- I just cannot comprehend the whining that some folks across the 'net have been writing about it. I think it is absolutely, completely just fine -- I sure can't see anything to whine about at all. I'll let the non-owners whine about it, and tell you that I'm absolutely happy with the screen.

I'm also happy with the battery life -- I have no stats or anything, but I have always charged up my phones "when I get home" in the evening, and then just top it up first thing in the morning before I head out the door. And with that, I really haven't even seen anything below about 70%, so far. And now that I'm done with all of the app installing, media downloading, tweaking settings and such, the battery life has been just wonderful -- I could easily go without the evening charge-up. And, as others have mentioned, since the battery is so small, charging goes very quickly -- so far, it rarely takes more than about a half-hour to get it back up to 100%.

In the end, I'm happy with it, and I'm glad I went for it. No whining about the screen or the battery from me, absolutely most definitely.

thoots
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] svengalis:
yeah im not sure what the complaints about the screen were for either. the camera on the other hand seems to take some bad pictures. just parts of the picture turns out flat. the nexus 5 had a better camera which is quite unbelievable.

This is the lightest smart phone I have every owned. Flag Samsung went back to the 4.7(prefect size) phones. Battery and camera area pretty bad though.

is there anywhere on the net on what apps i should uninstall. this phone seems to be quite laggy at times.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Fuzencosta:
Try AnTuTu Benchmark scores beautifully
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] Stuart Little:
Yes it has the ultra power saving mode.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] chong67:
I got this phone too. It is on firesale at $250, but I got it for $240 bc of ebay bucks. Its unlock so I am using it on Tmobile. I am getting 4G LTE icon.

Now, what happened? Did Samsung misfired on this phone?

I like the small form factor. Look like a distant cousin to my Note 4.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] stivelio:
I think this phone was way underrated because of the initial hefty price but not with the price at 250$ range I have found this to be the best phone for me. And I have used all kinds of phone and infact I used like 25-30 different phones last year to find the perfect phone for myself :)
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] chong67:
I see. Why is Samsung only release it for ATT? If they want to make more money, they should make it for every carrier. I thought its on fire sale so Samsung can get rid of it.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] stivelio:
Samsung was testing the new design template with alpha before it settled on s6 and so I believe alpha was supposed to be just something they release in small market for feedback. Now that they have s6 out they are not going to make any more alpha as s6 is already turning out to be a good cash cow for Samsung.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] chong67:
Sounds reasonable. I thought its a good size phone but at a $250 price is just awesome. Get it while its this cheap.
[Samsung Galaxy Alpha] chong67:
I like this phone. This is not my primary phone. I have it unlock and use on T-mobile. It cannot do T-mobile Wifi calling. You have to root it to do T-mobile hotspot.

I use this phone when I go jogging and use it for gps to upload my running stats to FB.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wikey22:
Hey all,

Since unrooting my phone the battery seems to go down a lot faster, now I didn't clear anything off the phone once I added the new firmware so that maybe the issue.

When I look at the battery meter it's saying most of it's being used by android services, can anyone help me sort this?

Cheers

Paul
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XxLordxX:
Hi,

Try recalibrating your battery ;). To do it, just let it fully discharge, then charge it completely while turned off (battery icon will pop up). After it you'll let it discharge completely again and do the same. I don't know if it's really the method, but always worked for me ;).

~Lord
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] groovism:
Before unrooting did you use stock rom too?
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wikey22:
Yes used stock firmware to unroot everything and went okay but now my battery doesnt last long and wondered what I can potentially try to sort the issue out. I have tried letting the battery drain as above.

Paul
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Lennyz1988:
It's not.

Charge to 100%, pull battery, charge again to 100% while off. Battery calibrated. Fully discharging only damages your battery.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wikey22:
Yes I have done this also.

I have now done a factory rest and wiped everything clean so I will report back with my findings. Fingers crossed.

Paul
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wikey22:
Problem fixed after the factory reset :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshootin] rha_december:
So I busted my S4's screen in Busan a little over two months ago and I just got around to replacing it (I'm back in the states now). However, my LTE signal is unusually low now, it sits at about 1 or 2 bars, or shows none at all (but still has signal). If I switch the network mode to WCDMA/GSM, it gets a great HSPA+/4G signal.

I should mention that this is an AT&T model, and I'm currently using Net10 as my provider. Could that have something to do with it? Or did I damage another component on the motherboard that's used for LTE? Moreover, Net10 is an MNVO that uses AT&T towers, and we have great AT&T coverage in my area...
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] heythaitea:
Hey guys,

I recently rooted and flashed my LG G2 D801 to the Dirty Unicorns 4.4.4 along with the JellyBean BaseBand (since I was on T-Mobile KitKat before).

I noticed that the usb connection to the PC wasn't working after the flash and thought I didn't properly clear everything. So I tried to flash the rom again only to end up clearing the internal data as well which had the rom on it. Now my phone is Bricked and I can't upload anything because the phone won't show up in Windows or Linux.

I CAN still however go into Download Mode and TWRP Recovery.

Tried to install the universal LG United Mobile Driver, phone still won't show up on PC.

Been scouring forums for a solution for a couple days but still can't find anything that will fix the issue.

What else can I do!?
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sai777:
Try this I was in your same situation and have D-801 and bricked my phone like 2 times(messing with it).

Just follow all the instructions from the site below and it should work.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2432476
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] heythaitea:
Tried the first KDZ method first and tool said phone wasn't connected.

Switched to TOT method and Device manager didn't list my phone so I can't change to COM41.

This is even though I uninstalled the LG Drivers and re-installed them...
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sai777:
Download everything from the post itself, even the drivers and download the KitKat July 31 KDZ. Put phone in download mode and follow directions. Only 1st mode worked for me. So I suggest you try it a few times...
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] heythaitea:
Total Noob Moment

Hey guys, so ended up solving my issue around the phone not being recognized by the PC. Well, I decided today that I would try a different USB cord and whaddyaknoww the PC finally recognize/install the drivers so I could use the Flash tool with the KDZ method. :victory:

Thanks for the replies!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] ranekouhi:
I just finished installing PTTFix on my 8525 and I love it. (Thanks Sleuth255!!).

My question is this: is it possible to re-map the other 4 buttons to also add a hold function for them? i.e. When can add extra functions for holding the IE button, or the Messaging Button, or even the camera button.

If there's a registry hack for this or some way to do it please help me out, I've done numerous searches to no avail.

Thanks in Advance to anyone who can help.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] harryk1372:
it seems the reg hack can't do that for you. i've asked a similar question in a different thread and i was recommended using software such as AEButtonPlus or Vito Button Mapper. give it a try if you are interested.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] strikeIII:
will those apps. remap the button that's between the scroll wheel and the PTT button...it doesn't seem to do me any good so it would be nice to re-map it to do something else...TIA
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] harryk1372:
you mean the side ok button?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] ranekouhi:
Thanks, I tried Vito Button Mapper and this was exactly what I was looking for. The only bug was it changed and disabled my soft key functions in the today screen, but a simple settings change and soft reset was a quick fix.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] harryk1372:
that's good... i use vito button mapper as well.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] strikeIII:
yeah...

i downloaded Vito ButtonMapper but it took my calender soft key on bottom left of the screen and made it a phone button..how do i get it back...and it also doesn't work good with the record function...it just opens up notes...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] ranekouhi:
When you go to Setting/Buttons to change your button functions, the configuration will be for default, from that drop down menu where you see "*<Default>, you need to select *<Today> and then it gives you the option to change your soft keys either back to original settings or whatever you want. The default setting seems to be <none> so thats why my soft keys did not even work before I changed them. I read about this in another thread and I was able to fix the problem.

As for the record function, I couldn't find any solution for that but I did encounter the same problem with it opening up notes.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] strikeIII:
cool...thanks...didn't even really know what those choices were for in that drop down menu...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] harryk1372:
thanks for replying... i was out for a while and didn't have a chance to look at this thread.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] wpbear:
8525 Ok button

Does the Vito ButtonMapper allow the changing of the "ok" button on the front of the 8525. I know the side "ok" button is supported, I am looking for the front ok above the End Call Button.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cheesebanana:
The default notification vibrate is so completely long and obnoxious it blows my mind it got past any kind of QC.

Any suggestions for changing it without root (or if root is required, how to go about doing that once ive rooted)
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] suljo94:
no root required go to settings>vibrationtype>press the plus button and create your own
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
Hi guys. Im using the international version of GS2. My problem is that my phone switches off suddenly with over heating or reboots randomly. I have used different ROMs and found this problem persisting. I cleared everything from my phone, used tools like GS2ROM nuke and GS2ROM Wipe but still this problem is there. I read a post saying battery may be faulty and replaced my battery even. But no luck. I found that the over heating and switching off occurs only when screen is off. During continuous usage, it is more or less fine. (except for occasional random reboots). also, this is always random. it doesnt make any sense. i even checked the hardwares of my phone in the service centre and he says the hardware is fine. Pls help me guys. Im going mad.. :(:(:confused::eek::crying:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
Somebody help me pls.. I think its a serious issue.. :crying:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] theares2014:
same problems here...

An answer would be nice!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
Guys its driving me crazy. I cant use it at all.. It gets heated up and turning off or reboots randomly. :confused::crying::crying:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] theares2014:
I guess that could be a solution:

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s2/help/sudden-shutdown-sudden-battery-drain-t1814466
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
No bud. Not working. How about you? :(
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
I am a huge fan of custom roms and have flashed many of them, it was all fine before. but suddenly, this problem was omni-present in all roms. :crying: So i flashed the stock ROM version 4.1.2 (INDIA- XWLST) via mobile odin. it booted well after wiping cache and factory reset and was fine for a couple hours. After that the problem got massive. phone will restart or turn off when in screen-off. This continues even now in stock ROM. I tried everything from wiping cache, factory reset, dalvik cache wipe, fixing permissions and everything. But no results. THE MOST BIZZARE THING IS THAT PHONE IS FINE WHEN SCREEN IS ON. I experimented by keeping the screen on for an hour and nothing happened. THE MOMENT I PRESSED THE LOCK BUTTON, IT RESTARTS. Im going mad guys.. someone help meee.. :crying::crying:

EDIT: I think there's nothing wrong with the power button because it works well in all other places. If i remove the battery and reboot, I get a few seconds where i can lock and unlock screen. But again, it starts.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] santhosh502:
No can do guys???? there's no way to make my phone alright??? :crying:
[G3 General] Meow You.:
Hey guys, new (2 days) LG G3 owner here. Been lurking for just as many of days. Came from a Galaxy Nexus of 3 years; was too scared to root it. Been crapping out on me, so I picked up this BEAUTIFUL device. So far I'm in LOVE! Can't wait to learn more about Android and hopefully contributing.
[G3 General] jonsmith709:
Welcome mate:good:
[G3 General] ACR_Manny:
Welcome. You will love the phone. I've only had mine for a week and think it's the best phone on the market at the moment.
[G3 General] whoamigriffiths:
2 Days for me too. I'm loving it :)
[G3 General] GuestK0087:
Not to be "that guy" but there's already a thread for new LG G3 users to post their opinions. This is just a redundant thread. :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2772242

[MENTION=962867]El Daddy[/MENTION]
[G3 General] sonspot:
New owner here as well, I got mine yesterday, coming from sammy S4... Wait you had a phone for 3 years and never rooted it? lol
[G3 General] sweets55:
Think we all are new G3 users. LoL
[G3 General] jah:
My third LG G3 is great. Speed and screen. The first did not allow LTE signal selection in the UK, the second from Amazon Germany was "lost" by City Link. The one I have is better than the first one which makes me think that LG may have different manufacturers. The one I have is made in Korea but D855 model.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] toanau:
Anyone got oden flashable stock recovery zip. Trying help a Buddy with his note 2

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] toanau:
Or stock recovery zip where I can flash in twrp recovery

Sent from my Nexus 5
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] DoctorQMM:
Check out OP in this thread... flashable stock UCUCNE5 recovery...

http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-note-2-att/development/rom-att-i317-ucucne5-mj4-stock-odex-t2802189
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S 4] slayergreg:
Anybody know where I can get the stock browser apk? My current ROM didn't include it.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ArcSyn:
I'm looking into purchasing the Galaxy Tab S 8.4, but one of my big uses is for reading on the Kindle app. Currently, on my LCD device I read with a black background and white text to reduce the light emitted as I do a lot of reading before bed, but it still is a lot of light which can keep my wife awake. Does the Galaxy Tab S actually turn off the pixels producing black, or is just very, very dark? I know AMOLED is supposed to turn them off, but I've heard conflicting reports that some devices do and some don't. Would someone be able to load up the Kindle app and set it to black with white text and let me know if it actually shuts off the pixels so it wouldn't be as bright in a dark room?

Thanks!
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Armpowered:
The Kindle app set to black background truly gives a black background, if set to use system brightness you can also get a very dim white for the text. If looking at something like the dark theme in Tapatalk you don't get black, the background is a dark grey. A bonus of running the kindle app like this is that battery life should be extended, compared to using a white background.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ThE_SoUrCe:
I could say that this is true black. Comoared to my old 7.7 which gives a slight glow when displaying pure black. This one seems like the screen is off
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ibill1:
Same here. What he said. Your wife will be happy.
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] itsaykj:
Hey guys my brother messed with his phone last night and he couldn't get it out of recovery. he was running on an s4 ROM with his S3 and when he tried to instal a cynogenmod ROM it failed & now he cant get out of recovery. Rebooting system just brings him back to CWM over and over again. Can anyone tell me how to fix this? He cant mount/storage :(

I'm guessing he'll have to flash the stock ROM through odin? But i don't know how to find the right firmware from sammobile. His FCC ID is A3LGTi9300A abd tge SSN is i9300GSMH. Can anyone please advice on this? He really needs his phone in 12 hours.. Thanks!
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] member0123:
I have the same SSN i9300GSMH., I don't know whichvertion to flash. did you fix it?
[Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] boomboomer:
Just flash the latest firmware for your country.