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[Motorola Photon 4G] Dany-T450:
Hi, I bought a used Motorola Photon MB855. It worked ok untill I configured it to use Internet. I am in Karachi, Pakistan. I used a sim from Mobilink Pakistan.

The net started working and I began downloading from Play Google. A few hours later the mobile started to turn on camera itself and the camera would keep on taking pictures. Then the mobile started to reboot without warning and that continued.

I googled to find a solution, got to know about a hiddin menu *#*#4636#*#* which I used to set my mobile to GSM Network. After that I noticed my now dimmed signal bar had a ∅ sign and (No Service) text on Home Screen.

Even factory reset did not solved the problem. Kindly help. Thanks!
[Motorola Photon 4G] Dany-T450:
Any help plz
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] RypeDub:
I just want to get it unlocked 1st, I don't have a carrier in mind yet.

I can't seem to find a Carrier / Factory unlock tutorial that will allow me to use on different carriers, just a bootloader unlock.

Then on top of that, what is the CDMA band frequencies that this phone works on?
[General Topics] music_man185:
I wasn't sure where to post this thread, so I'll try here. I have zero signal in the building I work in. So I connect to my company's secure wifi network. I don't really browse any webpages while at work, but I use hangouts and use the wifi to send and receive messages. I don't want anyone seeing my conversations or any other data on my phone for that matter. I've read that network admins may possibly be able to read messages, emails, browsing history, view gallery etc. I'm new to all this, so I googled and it seems that a VPN might be what I'm looking for. Will this secure my phone and keep all of my information hidden and safe?
[General Topics] higherway:
it's hard . as long as you connect to the wifi, the network admin has way to get your infomation
[General Topics] ishaang:
Services like Gmail or Hangouts are secure and IT admins will not be able to read your email/chats unless they're pro hackers and are really targeting you. Their firewall will probably have the capability to log browsing history though, but not go through your email/chat/pictures etc. If you use a VPN service on top of it, it becomes extremely hard to track your browsing, and your browsing history will also be private. In the eyes of your IT department you will only be having encrypted network traffic between your computer and the VPN service provider (you should choose a good VPN like Spotflux or Hotspot Shield - they are free and have premium versions with more features also). However, many/most company networks do not allow their users to use a private VPN service.
[HTC One X] moreje:
Hi all,

I've replaced my lcd screen, and i'v got some troubles....

the HOX boots up, but with very low light and screen glittering....

it's as if the screen could not get enough power...

Any ideas ??

thanks for your help

J
[HTC One X] RogerL:
So long as nothing else was disturbed during the swap I'd say it's either a bad connection between LCD & motherboard which can be checked e.g. by cleaning the contacts, or it's a bad part. I fitted a cheap replacement screen to an iPhone recently & it was terrible quality - poor fit & poor connections, so could be dodgy screen.
[HTC One X] moreje:
I don't think it's bad part.. if I switch back to my old LCD (only glass was broken) I get the same dim screen :(

I read that it could be some burned fuse or component on motherboard :(

I'm afraid I 've lost my HOX :(
[HTC One X] RogerL:
Ouch doesn't sound good. Maybe buy a second hand HOX with smashed screen?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] in_core:
Hi I am looking to switch from LG G2 to a new phone.

My candidates are:

1. Xperia Z1 Compact

2. Xperia Z3 Compact

3. Something else (Suggest)

I am worried about Sony's reliability, as I wont get warranty in my country.

So please share the common issues faced by Xperia Z1 Compact.

Thank You
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jonfensu:
Flashlight bleed, back made of plastic instead glass...

I don't own the device but that's what I know
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] in_core:
What is meant by flashlight bleed?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mosespl:
It means that if you take photos in dark placecs flash cause extra fog on left side of photo. But this was in first models
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] in_core:
Oh! Thats bad :(
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mosespl:
Check this:

But as i admitted that was on first models i bought 3 month ago and dont have such an issue so if you want to buy new model from store it should be fine. Sony fix this on warranty without problem.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] in_core:
Ok. Thanks for your input. I will look for more information regarding the 2 models Z1C and Z3C and then maybe decide which one to get, or completely avoid Sony.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rekoil:
Z3C has a glass back so it doesn't have this problem. I've also heard the Z3C has more durable display glass than the Z1C.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mmm273:
I compared Z1C vs Z3C very very carefully, and results:

Z3C have glass on back and front, Z1C have glass only in front (on back have plastic) and also had applied ASF ( Anti-Shatter Film) thats scratch easily ( but with tempered glass protector will be fine).

Z3C have better camera

Z3C have plastic bezel while Z1C have aluminium

Design is subjective but i Like Z1C more

Z3C have some SW tweaks i like - Tap To Wake (this one is so great, hope oneday will be on Z1C too), TimeShift and 4K video recording etc...

Z1C have smaller screen (4,3") which is bad and good - 4,3" is very good for one-hand operation so I prefer that... 4,6" on Z3C is also good, for games, movies etc, but i have little problem to use it with one-hand (not much, but 4,3" on Z1C is better for me)

Z1C suffer self-cracking - this is (at least fo me) biggest issue - for unknown reason some of Z1C display crack itself - maybe temperature, or manufacture fault - but it was happened. RMA is complicated (who will trust you dont break it ? ) but some of users phone was repaired free of cost...

After week of research i decided to go for Z1C - its cheaper ( in my country price diference is 200€) and its practically very similar as Z3C...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] in_core:
Price in my country (coverted into USD, and remember I dont get warranty in my country)

Xperia Z3 Compact - $542

Xperia Z2 - $562

Xperia Z1 Compact - $425

HTC One [M8] - $593

I am used to LG G2's big size. A smaller body having 4.7" is basically the sweet spot for me but I guess I can handle the 5.2" of Z2.

Given that info which one should I go for?

As mentioned previously my main requirements/usage are:

1. Web surfing

2. Watching Videos

3. A good battery life (As per GSM Arena all of them satisfy my battery needs)

4. Good overall camera. Does not matter its 4mp or 20mp. I know HTC One has a really good quality camera despite its low res.

So any suggestions? :)
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bigdfmartin:
If the price difference isn't a problem, I'd go for the newer one. Besides having a larger screen in the same size package, the update cycle will extend further out a few months. I do like the aluminum frame on the z1c, though.

dave
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Darkimmortal:
Tap To Wake requires special hardware support which the Z1 Compact lacks - it will never be added without massive battery drain
[Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mmm273:
Yeah special maybe for sony... I dont understand how this feature have every lumia even low-ends, and sony needs for this special HW ... :D
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mr.Eid:
Hay there..

I bought z3 compact D5833 before 1 week from eBay, and I received it yesterday, but when I start it I don't find Arabic language in the language menu!! :(

I tray morelocal 2 but its not working..

Please help me to install it :angel:

Thank you..
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbadone:
The only way to get arabic support besides keyboard language is to flash your phone with MEA firmware. I would wait until the phone launches in Saudi Arabia or UAE and wait for someone to upload a flashable firmware
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Mr.Eid:
##flash your phone with MEA firmware##

What is this mean??

Explain it more to me please..

اشرحلي أكثر لو سمحت
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kbadone:
Are you familiar with flashing custom firmware ftf files via flashtool? native arabic support are only implemented in region specific firmwares such as middle east and Africa or country specific such as Kuwait. Once you get your hands on these firmwares (whenever they are released) you can flash it in ur phone.

Hope that was not confusing
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Orangesacs:
arabic keyboard

If you want just to type in arabic, just go to settings -> language and input -> tap wrench symbol in xperia keyboard -> writing languages

And download the desired language
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lolstebbo:
I was somehow able to disable the Google Search bar somehow in some setting somewhere, but I kinda want it back. Anyone know how to make it come back short of restoring the damn phone?
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TiMiN8R:
Please use search the next time. Your question was asked and answered in this forum section just a few days ago.

http://xdaforums.com/z3-compact/help/removed-persistent-google-search-bar-t2888115
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lolstebbo:
I tried searching but it wasn't coming up when I looked. Thanks for pointing me there, though.
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shudder123:
it does look like an eyesore especially if you can't get it back. though I assume it will have its uses when you want to google something on the fly.

i think installing an alternative launcher may be the only successful way
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jiyeon90:
Go to settings > apps > disabled, if it's not there then restoring might be the only option

Sent from my Xperia Z2
[Xperia Z3 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tacocats:
Go to apps, find Xperia Home then press clear data

Note that this will reset your home screen settings to default but whatever apps your have installed will remain. I don't think there's an easier way learnt it the hard way too...
[G2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vPro97:
Hello. I need help deciding which scheduler to use.

I have read several places that FIOPS is superior for R/W speeds, but things aren't as simple when it comes to which has the best battery performance. I am currently using ROW for screen on and screen off.

Another quick question. Do I/O Schedulers affect app opening speeds?

Any advice will be appreciated.
[Galaxy Note 3 Themes and Apps] locce:
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[Galaxy Note 3 Themes and Apps] locce:
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[Galaxy Note 3 Themes and Apps] locce:
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[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Seanzle:
Dear VZW cats with GPS issues. I have solved it! Step one: Download a VZW 4.4.3 stock rom. Step two: From said stock rom extract gps.conf and gps.conf_default. Step three: Delete gps.conf from AHRD (or whatever Rom you are using )in system/etc. Step 4 copy the extracted files from the stock rom and place them into system/etc. Step 5: change permissions for both files to 0644. Step 6: Reboot and Profit!

I just did this and now i lock immediately. No more GPS issues for this guy! Hope this works for you guys as well!

I was running ARHD 11.1 and this worked perfectly for me. I couldn't get a lock at all before this ...let alone use navigation. I have not tried this on AOSP but it may work so please report if this works for you and what Rom you are on.

Hope this helps!

I have attached the files that I used to get this to work...Just unzip and place in system/etc
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] krazie1:
It worked perfectly for me, I just added them into the ARHD zip edited by [MENTION=275790]paulg1981[/MENTION] for Vzw and GPS locks instantly and doesn't disconnect.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Seanzle:
Thanks for confirming dude!
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] evgeny71:
Also works with AOSP. Confirmed. Thanks for sharing!
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] indyssee:
This saved me this weekend. I'm out of town this weekend and GPS wasn't working on Slim. Used this and now its working just like it should. Thank you!
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] kijiki:
Awesome tip, thanks!

What I did was boot into recovery, have recovery mount /system (so it is writable), and then from an adb shell into recovery:

# sed -i 's/UMTS/CDMA/g' /system/etc/gps.conf

Rebooted and it worked. This was on Cyanogen M11.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] shawnn125:
GPS locked for me - running ViperOne 2.5.

Thanks for the find!!
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Seanzle:
No problem!
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] npong:
I tried this and even tried to use a 0P6BIMG.zip to restore to stock and still could not lock on GPS except every once and a while. Any thoughts?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Seanzle:
You might have a bonk GPS chip
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] changt34x:
Which ROM are you trying? I've personally never had a GPS issue on any AOSP or GPE ROM until I tried DH's GPE with ElementalX kernel. I could never get that to work with any method I tried, but switching kernels fixed it automatically.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Flyhalf205:
I did a factory reset in HBOOT with stock recovery and it started working fine again for me.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
My GPS locks on fairly fast, but when I use Navigation, it's pretty much useless. Not sure why. The Navigation voice keeps saying "GPS signal lost". If I'm stationary (like sitting at home) the GPS locks on almost instantly.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] shawnn125:
Would I have to be on stock recovery for HBOOT reset to help?

I updated readio/fw to 4.4.4 and have viper 3.1 and can't get any GPS lock. I tried different .conf files but nothing.

Going back to stock my only option?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] BSOD2600:
This didn't work for me :( Never get a GPS lock at all. Using GPS Test (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chartcross.gpstest) to validate. Yes, location services is all on, AppOps disabled for google maps / GPS Test. Rebooted several times. Clear and update AGPS (via gps test app), but doesn't help.

CM11 m11 on 4.4.4 firmware

(bootloader) version: 0.5
(bootloader) version-bootloader: 3.19.0.0000
(bootloader) version-baseband: 1.09.20.0926
(bootloader) version-main: 3.28.605.4
(bootloader) product: m8_wlv
(bootloader) platform: hTCBmsm8974
(bootloader) modelid: 0P6B20000
(bootloader) cidnum: VZW__001
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Turgur:
I'm having the same issue. Nothing I have done has helped.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] beanpoppa:
This fix didn't work for me, either. After flashing UnSenseSIX, I would get 0 satellites showing in GPS Status and Toolbox.

I tried both the copying of the files to /etc/system method, and the 'sed -i 's/UMTS/CDMA/g' /system/etc/gps.conf' method.

Restoring nandroid backups of previous AOSP and Sense ROMS didn't resolve.

I was finally able to resolve it by installing a stock, rooted 1.55 http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2731893

When I went into maps, it said that my location services were disabled in my previous version (it wasn't...), and when turned location services on, everything worked. I was then able to restore my AOSP ROM and get GPS satellites again.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] BSOD2600:
Not sure if directly related but there is a large thread on Google bugs with GPS issues for 4.4.3 and 4.4.4: https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=72311
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
I'm guessing the 1.55 is outdated. He has this one up though: "Stock Rooted - VZW OTA 3.28.605.4 - De-Odex" Do you think that would would have the same effect?
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] beanpoppa:
Yes, I used his latest 3.28.605.4 to resolve my issue.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
Just so I'm on 100% sure I'm on the same page as you... You flashed 3.28.605.4 stock, rooted and de-odexed. (logged in with your gmail account and all that other "initial startup crap) Turned on location settings. Then restored your nandroid and were good to go? I'm currently on Sinless v3.5.5. Latest firmware as well.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] beanpoppa:
Yes. After connecting to my Google account, I went into maps, got a warning that location services were not on because they were disabled in my previous OS version, was brought to the Android Locations Settings screen where I enabled high accuracy location, and then went back to maps where after a few minutes I got a GPS lock. (and in GPS Status and Toolbox I could see that there were satellites).
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] BSOD2600:
If that's really the fix, then it sounds like ASOP mods are missing something to enable a 'hardware switch' to enable the GPS portion of the SoC, right? Im helping a friend this weekend get his new M8 set up on CM11. This time I'll make sure Location and Google Maps works in Sense before rooting, etc. This will be interesting...
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
I'll give it a shot this afternoon! So far, nothing I've tried has worked. Like I said earlier, I have no problem with GPS locking on to my location. My issue is with Navigation. Whenever I use Nav, it's always way behind. In fact, it's useless aside from the fact that it shows me the route when I zoom way out.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] shawnn125:
I'm have same issue and tried stock but didnt work. I even flashed old 4.4.2 FW and put stock 1.55 ROM. I can see sat but unable to lock. Even tried GPE L ROM but no lock. I guess we'll just have to wait for next FW.

{edit}: I take that back. Still on stock 4.4.2 - I installed GPS Fix app and let it get lock (High Accuracy on). Then went to Maps and got lock (after 2-3 minutes the GPS icon stopped blinking).

Next will jump to 4.4.4 FW and install stock ROM first to confirm lock.

{edit 2}:I updated FW to 4.4.4 and boot 4.4.2 Stock and confirmed the lock. Then I flashed 4.4.4 ROM and no more lock.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] 1800hurrdurr:
Another potential option?

I was having similar issues for awhile, tried all the other recommended tricks. One single post in all my searching happened to suggest an app called FasterGPS in the play store.

Worked perfectly on the first try for me. I then had a friend try it, and it has actually improved his time to lock on a gps that was already working. I highly recommend giving it a shot.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] BSOD2600:
Confirmed the friends GPS (htc one m8 Amber Gold) worked in stock Sense 4.4.2 with Google Maps and GPS Test would get a lock with multiple satellites within ~10 seconds. SunShine, TWRP 2.8.1.0, CM11 m12, GAPPS (pa_gapps-modular-full-4.4.4-20141110-signed) all installed with no problem. Back in CM11, Google Maps and GPS Test would get a lock with multiple satellites. Upgraded the firmware to 3.28.605.4 and again, confirmed GPS works.

Guess I'll be reverting back to the stock Sense ROM this week to see if this trick will work for my GPS...
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
Well I think I may just try flashing another ROM seeing as nothing I've done has worked.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] shawnn125:
I tried all (even L) and only thing worked was 4.4.2 stock.

Went back to 4.4.4 and living without lock. :(
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
Guess we'll just have to deal with our 1st world problem.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] BSOD2600:
Ok, so after using GPS navigation in the country side a lot this weekend I can see the problem others have reported.

Google Maps will some times freeze and the location won't be updated for 1+ minute while the car is still traveling. The application isnt locked up, just no location updates. Along with that, Google Maps occasionally reported GPS signal lost and then get it back in a few seconds.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] mbtags:
Silly question, but how do I change the permissions? The only file explorer I can use on the ROM I'm running is the Root Browser in the ROM Toolbox app and I don't see any option to change the permissions.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Seanzle:
You can change it with root explorer. long press the file and then hit permissions
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] bill3508:
Question, the file you have listed doesn't state as being zipped. I try to move it to sys etc and it states failed. ???

I've only being able to GPS on stock or cleanrom. Aosp or Gpe and it does nothing 0 satellites. Its not even turning on I don't think. Done the whole lock restore and nothing still. On Vanillapop 1.1 currently.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] shawnn125:
I can confirm GPS Locks in the new GPE 5.0.1 OTA-BASED ROM. Did a clean install and used BeyondStock kernel.

I got lock with Maps and used Waze to navigate 40+ miles.
[Verizon HTC One (M8)] Echo5Kilo:
Finally, FINALLY, got my GPS to work!!! Here's what I had to do, YMMV.

1.) Download this ROM here: (I used the deodexed version) http://xdaforums.com/verizon-htc-one-m8/development/rom-stock-rooted-vzw-ota-3-28-605-4-wp-t2914922

2.) Go into recovery, backup current setup (Sinless v3.5.5)

3.) wipe dalvik and cache. Then do a factory reset. Flash ROM listed above.

4.) Reboot system and let everything download, setup your account, etc...

5.) I used an app called GPS Test. Went outside, and had a GPS lock almost instantly. GPS Test app confirmed 3D lock. I also verified that Navigation was working.

6.) I used Root Explorer to go into system/etc and copied the gps.conf and gps.conf_default files and dropped them onto my external sd card.

7.) Restore the backup you just made.

8.) Use Root Explorer to paste the gps.conf files into the system/etc folder. And select "yes" to overwrite existing file.

9.) Reboot and enjoy working GPS.

Big credit to dragontology for posting this over here: (3rd post from the bottom) http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2716306&page=868
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] schn1tt3r:
I've bought the HTC One Developer Edition in the first 2 months they released so I went S-OFF with the first method which stopped working after whatever update.

I've been using ARHD ROM since then and manually flashing the baseband. I've had an issue with WiFi for a long time, but I can't handle it anymore.

The problem is, some websites fail to load on WiFi. For example, going to amazon.com works, but when I try to log in, it never laods. The amazon app doesnt work or login in with browser. If I turn WiFi off, however, it works. I checked to see if it was my Router, but it isnt. My brother's phone logs in fine. Same goes with WhatsApp, I can't send pictures while on WiFi, but using 3G data, I can.

My only theory is maybe I've skipped some baseband upgrading which failed to upgrade some important incremental radio or something.

Any ideas?
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] clsA:
try the developers edition 6.x.1540.x firmware it works excellent for me
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] schn1tt3r:
Thanks will try that when I get home. I am even contemplating restoring back to stock and doing all updates while stock, but I am not sure if I will be able to S-OFF if I do that.
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] clsA:
s-off is only done once ... never go s-on !
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] schn1tt3r:
Ok, I am back home. I cant find the firmware you speak of. The ones I've been flashing are the NoWipe ZIPs on Sneakyghost's forum http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2316726&nocache=1 Download links found: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LQDLpVZYyUpXPgC2sh1BvAS9Oo8B-fTiZU_JhpIH-fU/pubhtml

They come with TWRP also. I've never flashed a baseband that wipes phone just NoWipe modified Zips.

I am on 5.11.401.10, download links show two newer ones, 6.06.401.1 and 6.09.401.5
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] clsA:
here you go

https://www.dropbox.com/s/c0dv9vu7vwnyle9/6.07.1540.1_firmware.zip?dl=0
[One (M7) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] schn1tt3r:
Thanks, is that a NoWipe file or will that wipe Apps?