yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Emirena:
Thanks CCieslin, I was already planning on getting mxplayer as I heard good things about it.

My real question is, how do I get it to play media that exists on my home pc, not my tablet's internal memory or SD card?
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] exocetdj:
my 10.5 is arriving tomorrow. this will be my first tablet and first samsung device.

i am having a good read on things as I have absolutely no experience on a sammy device. :p
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nicholb:
Install Plex on the PC. Then you can use the client on the tablet. Plex is about the best for media servers. You can choose to sync the content to the tablet (that may still be a pay feature) or stream it. You can also set it up to stream outside your network.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Emirena:
Thanks! I found a review of "top free DLNA media center apps" on a blog that led me in this direction!

I hate to say, Ccieslin, that staples was a bunch of a-holes and refused to give me the $299 price - it was either price match the online price (they lowered it to $399 too) or get $100 off the STORE price (which is still $499!! WTF!) and the argued with me and insisted that the staples.com website prices have NOTHING to do with in-store prices and the website and stores are "separate operations" despite having store info, in stock searches, and coupons for in-store use. They claim the coupon was mis-printed and that it was meant to say "$100 off tablets at normal price of $400+" not "normally priced $400+" what a disaster.

We ended up getting it, but elsewhere.

Now, people mention removing bloat - where to start? Rooting, obviously - something I've never done - and I assume installing some different UI or ROM? And, will an OTG cable alone enable external NTFS storage, or am I stuck with the microsd unless I hax?

Thanks for all the help.
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DUHAsianSKILLZ:
For rooting there's a thread in the android development. Rooting just installs root and doesn't wipe everything. You can install a custom recovery to install a custom ROM like cm11. Idk about otg as I never owned one. To remove bloat just root and download an app called system app remover and pick the stuffmyou don't need. Hope this helps!
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aldrighi:
You can definitely play streaming media:

- from pc or device shared in pc

- from other device as note 3 or galaxy s4 s5

- from an hd connected on a router (if your router has that feature)

- from a pendrive or hd connected on note/s (ntfs will require paragon ntfs or other)

- from a cloud

to:

- your tab screen or

- smart tv on same network

you can even play through tab a video located on your note3 to your smart tv. works like a charm.

no need for root or any special sw. I just use es file manager free and a secondary free video player to handle some formats not supported by stock player as flv .

the native file manager can not stream movies over ftp an not handle lan setup. es file mgr can. shame on you samsung! ?

hope this helps you to clarify the possibilities.

use any cheap wifi router to put everybody at same lan and you'll succeed. works over wan too.

cheers

ss of network panel es file mgr set lans ftps clouds .....
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Emirena:
Thanks! both of you helped a lot. [MENTION=1549766]duha[/MENTION]sianSKILLS:I found some info on the odin root program for the galaxy tab S 10.5 . I'll look into custom recovery and ROM's - any recommendations for a noob who doesn't know what a custom recovery even is? So, to clarify, the majority of the lag/bloat on the 10.5 is due to programs apps and features you can just disable once you've got a custom ROM installed? Seems simple enough to clean up, then.

[MENTION=5801320]aldrighi[/MENTION]: awesome - so esfilemanager is an alternative to DLNA media server programs like PLEX? I read into plex a bit and was surprised that it sounded like proper filenaming and tagging was required to stream files - I have a lot of obscure or custom videos and a huge library - I really don't want to have to go through and rename hundreds upon hundreds of files just to play them!

great advice. I'm currently purchasing a case (the samsung book cover is sold out on amazon atm - only alternative is keyboard case - might just grab the keyboard while I'm at it, seems useful!) , OTG cable, Ps4 controller, and microSDHC 128gb :)
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DUHAsianSKILLZ:
Yes the lag will be gone if you install a custom rom. Right now I'm on stock rooted and run in gym a custom kernel. You won't really need a custom kernel since custom kernels are mostly for tweaking CPU, Gpu etc. If you root then you can disable apps like Knox, screen saver etc. So stock Rom with root is your best bet. That's how I started out. Custom recoveries is a recovery with a better UI and more features than stock. And it can also save you from bricking your tablet. They are easy to install (automated for you!) and just requires root.

Knox is an app/feature that's supposed to protect you from stuff. It's really useless and drains battery. As long you install apps from the play store and safe ones from the browser, there's no need for it. That's why custom roms don't have Knox. Google already has strengen security on kitkat and lollipop so there's no need for Knox.

As for custom roms they are developed for customization and better performance. Cm11 is a good one if you like skins and a better UI. Hope this helps!

BTW you get 8 hours of screen time if you leave it on constantly. Very great battery life!

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[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jtbnet:
A Simple and Quick just get DLNA playing my net Videos

I just picked up my 11th Android tablet (Tab S 8.4) since 2008 so figured I'd try to play the NOOB and just start with getting it to Play from my Lan's Mediaserver as easily as possible... I've used multiple 'Favorite' Players and DLNA Client/Servers over the years but will just note the 2 I would suggest to anyone wanting to unbox and be watching a movie in first 30 min... ( I did cheat and use Odin to root in 10min. first but these apps don't require it!)...

I loaded ''MX Player Pro" (well worth a donation) from the Play store as my 'Strongly' suggested player of choice... and also installed the ' BubbleUPnP' DLNA client/server from the Play store... configuration of the DLNA client is very intuitive, and then choose something to Play and when it asked what player to use select 'MX Player' and click Always.... ten minutes start to finish and watching my movie!
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] barth2:
Be aware that if you root your tab it will void the warranty. Samsung will know that you rooted it because there's a trip wire they can check. Knox isn't there to protect YOU, it's to protect THEM!
[Galaxy Tab S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Emirena:
this is super helpful, thank you a million!

BubbleUPnP, huh? I just looked at the link about the server app - does this handle all local media hosting/directory sharing? I don't have a "server" per se, just my personal computer with win 7, which supports DLNA through OS, right? I assume this eliminates the need for windows fileshares that android doesn't support, anyway.

It mentions foobar 2000 - have you used bubbleupnp in conjunction with foobar? Is it required? I use winamp to play my music on windows, due to the more minimal UI, but would be interested in sharing my music dir to my tablet as well. The reduced bandwidth bulletpoint is below the foobar heading, sounds useful! If you have any tips or shortcuts, feel free to shrea. :highfive:
[T-Mobile Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stayupthetree:
Has anyone gotten this working on the Note 4? I've tried it on different roms with no success whatsoever

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.theknut.xposedgelsettings
[T-Mobile Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HtcOnekid:
Yeah i have gotten it to work with Google Now launcher on my note 4
[T-Mobile Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stayupthetree:
I installed GNL, installed and enabled the xposed module and nothing. Firekat, Dynamic and some other rom. Nothing. Anything I am missing?
[T-Mobile Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] theknut:
You need to update Google Search to 3.9 in order to make it work. The Note 4 uses 3.8 which is not supported.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumaqidi:
Hi, I saw a review on the Z3 and they said the z3 has a 850mah charger? And it charges in 4 hours plus? Is it true? I am considering a Z3 and if its true, thats rly a con for me... Thanks in advance :)
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] se1000:
stock charger is 1.5A

You can use other 2A or even Qualcomm Quick charge 2.0 chargers to charge in a much shorter time.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Nolzy:
My Z3 came with a 1500ma charger so doubt that figure is correct.

However, the 4 hour charging time sounds about right.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumaqidi:
Ah I see. I am considering the Note 4 too. Guess the Note 4 will charge alot faster then hmm. The website says that the note 4 charges in arnd 1 hour 40 minutes due to that fast charger.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chad_Petree:
Is the Z3 compatible with quick charge 2.0? In theory every device with the snapdragon 800/801 is but my nexus 5 surely is not for example , have you guys tested it ?

According to Qualcomm it is:

https://www.qualcomm.com/products/snapdragon/smartphones/sony-xperia-z3

Gesendet von meinem Nexus 5
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] se1000:
Works. I'm using the Tenergy Turbo charger and the LED changes to indicate Quick Charge 2.0. Only works through USB though and not through the magnetic port.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chad_Petree:
Great ! Do you know how long it takes the phone to go from 0% to 100%?

Gesendet von meinem Nexus 5
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] se1000:
Unfortunately no, and I'm not willing to run down my battery to test it. I can tell you that it charges amazingly quickly with the QC2.0 working.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] warplane95:
Why you dont want to put your battery to 0%? Every month you should put your battery to 0% to calabrate it.
[Xperia Z3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] se1000:
No, you shouldn't. Life of lithium batteries are shortened when they are brought all the way down to 0. Although minor, just not something I want to do. Plus, I don't want to not charge my phone for 2+ days ;)
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Richyo:
Hi All,

When i press on both sides of my phone, it makes a clicky noise and you can feel movement. It feels like the glass isn't in placed correctly.

Is this a warranty job or is it normal?

Thanks
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Envious_Data:
This isnt normal. If its realy a problem call sony repair centre as this should be covered as a device defect.
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] earthtk:
Hi all,

I'm quite new to Sony phones so not really sure about this. I would like to ask, can I flash a TA partition that I have backed up on a 4.4.2 firmware on a 4.4.4 firmware? Will my phone brick?

Thanks in advance.
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Envious_Data:
You can restore TA partition on any version so long as your running a stock kernel

(stock based does not count)

You can use flashtool to flash a FTF to get a stock kernel back
[Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] earthtk:
Thanks a lot!! :).. Just started using ur rom. It's cool;)
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DaGoTTi:
not sure if this is a common problem. my s5 has been turning the display off on me whenever I bump the phone. seems to be doing this when the phone is hit on the top back of the phone. the lcd just goes off. when I hit the home button or press the power button, the lights on the menu and back of the lcd light up, but the lcd stays dark. then after about 20-30 seconds I can get the screen to go back on.

the phone is not restarting, its just...turning the lcd off.

anyone else duplicating this issue?
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Masum56k:
Exactly same problem I faced with my 2 Galaxy S5 (Black&White) variants..

Both times I've to take it to Samsung Care centre..
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DaGoTTi:
where they able to fix it?
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Masum56k:
I asked them, what was actual problem?

For 1st phone, they said it was a software problem. And they return it to me within 3 days..

But for 2nd phone, they said it was a hardware problem. And they return it to me after 12 days..
[Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RedPandaFox:
From what I can tell its a loose connection to the display connector.

I havnt taken it apart to look at it exactly but if you pull the battery and gently press the screen and back cover with your fingers up and down the case on the sides, then replace the battery, it will most likely come back on.

Just a guess as I have seen a couple of friends with this issue. Take it to your local Samsung Service Centre.
[Nexus Player Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gingi999:
So while trying to solve the issue I figured it out and thought some other dumb smuck might do the same and this would save him a lot of heartache.

So you have to go to settings and turn off pointer locations.

When I called google for help they told me to unpair my devices and when that didn't work they told me I have to reformat.
[Karbonn Sparkle V] Devam03:
Now clear cache without installing any app...

1. Goto settings.

2. Goto storage...

3.You can see cached data.

4.Select that and then click ok ...

Your cache is now cleared.

Hit thanks if i helped...:) :) :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] Globalrebel:
Hey guys, I recently had a 8125 and a 1 GB miniSD card and had/have iGuidance installed. When loading the program on my 8125 it took around 30 seconds to fully load into the Agree screen. On my new 8525 it takes around 3 MINUTES for it to load fully!!!

I am running a comletely STOCK 8525, and the ONLY thing I have done is CID and SIM unlock my phone. Can anyone please shed some light on this problem for me! I use the GPS DAILY, and this is the first time i tried the 8525 with the gps software and it takes WAY WAY WAY too long to load. Is anyone else getting these problems with their GPS software? Ie. TomTom, TeleNav, Destinator? Please help me out!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] DeniaL:
I'd like to know this as well, because I am in the market for an 8525 and I use the GPS almost every day as well...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] shogunmark:
close your data connection before opening iguidance.. this has been covered several times here.....
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] duman95:
Yes its the open data connection that causes the delay. YOu can close you data connection by holding down the red end phone button for 5 seconds. Then is should launch normally.

Also if you phone makes a data connection while using the GPS software everything runs fine and the voice prompts are not slow as they were in the 3.0 version.

iNav fix one break one... I guess they will have another version out later this year to fix the slow start up...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] Globalrebel:
I will say, that after upgrading to the 3.01 version. The first startup is still a little long . . about 1 min, but any startup there after only takes maybe 15 seconds! Go Inav. I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but will try it out to see if the slow voice promots are fixed. Will report later
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam General] DeniaL:
Not the same kind of luck for me. It seems to still take a few minutes to load although the program lag (once you are in the actual program) seems to be fixed.

EDIT: Nevermind, if I disable the data connection it boots up fairly quickly! Thanks guys!
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
So I updated to 5.0 lollipop via ADB flash a couple days ago, and I realized that without xposed + root, I really cannot stand this phone... I need the simplicity that xposed gives me to make using my phone much easier.

So now, I want to downgrade back to 4.4.4 KitKat. Has anyone here tried? What I tried was downloading the 4.4.4 factory images, extracted it, and edited the flash-all.bat file and removed the "-w" command to save my data. It flashes fine, but then the phone is stuck in the boot animation and doesnt get past that.

Has anyone here successfully DOWNGRADED and KEPT THEIR DATA intact? Would appreciate it a lot!
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cgibbons51:
I personally haven't tried that. But 5.0 does have roottt and hopefully eventually xposed
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Aerowinder:
You would need to wipe cache and Dalvik for sure. System apps may need data wipes, too. Play by ear.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
yes. I did root it and it worked well. However, one of my company apps that I have to use on my phone detects my phone is rooted and won't open.... Xposed had a module (root cloak) to hide the fact that I had root for that app so it worked :(

Are there any side effects to wiping cache and Dalvik? If I get stuck on a bootloop again would I have issue flashing 5.0 back if I wipe that?
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] beekay201:
Just flash factory images. You'll be in for some hair pulling if you try to boot your saved data. Why do people try to do these crazy moves..
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
That isn't a solution to my problem. I know I can just wipe everything and flash the images again, but the point here is I want to save my data and apps and not have to setup my phone again (thus the topic title, I want to keep my data)
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] krs360:
Did you take a nandroid before flashing? You can use TiBU to extract the apps and data from that.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
Biggest mistake, no I didnt :(

Worst case I am stuck with 5.0 lollipop until there is a version of Xposed for ART... or if I can figure out how to use the company app on a rooted device.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
I sincerely doubt your phone settings for 5.0 will be compatible with 4.4.x

You will have to wipe. If you're rooted, you can at least restore user apps and data but the android settings, you'll have to do yourself.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EddyOS:
Seeing as you can't use Xposed, what do you need root for?
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
I can easily root the device again. What do you mean if I am rooted in can restore user apps and data? How would I back those up and restore? Are you referring to using something like titanium backup?

Thanks.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
Yes. Not "like". Exactly that.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EddyOS:
You can use Helium as well (which doesn't require root)
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
Okay. Will look into it.

Thanks. Rooting isn't an issue so I don't mind titanium since it's more comprehensive I think.

I still want to see if there's an easier way to flash back...
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] _MetalHead_:
There's not. Wipe, flash factory images, restore apps + user data. That's your only option.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
Ah... guess ill do it at some point this week then..
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
Just wanted to update everyone.

I used titanium backup to save all my apps+appdata and then flashed 4.4.4 via ADB. Then flashed TWRP and used CF-Auto-Root to root my phone.

Everything is right in my world of android again. 4.4.4, rooted, and no restrictions. Thanks all!
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] justiiin:
Any fix for the pesky OTA System Update notification?

I'm dying for 4.4.4 but cant stand that annoying update notification.

And I can't get rid of it without wakelocks.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] blackdragon12:
Funny enough I haven't gotten the notification for Ota update yet... Maybe because I used cf auto root to root the phone and it modifies the kernel I think.
[Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Anderson2:
I too am staying with kitkat. I disabled notification in "Google Play Services". Where do I go to see if I'm getting wakelocks?
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Just wanna show some love in here. I just ordered my nexus 6 today from T-Mobile and looks like I'll have by Wednesday ;) ....Working on NOSP (AOSP) ROM, which should be ready by tomorrow... And I'll be working on a SinLessROM ...I'm very excited to be developing for the Nexus 6. So....how are you all loving your n6?

Looks great ;) I cannot wait
[Nexus 6  General] gamewarden234:
Love it. Getting avg little over 6 hours SOT, really fast but decrypted it is a smoker. Your gonna love it.
[Nexus 6  General] wytecaztle:
Lets get this party started! Flash all the roms.
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Very nice ;) I'm sure I will

Hellz yeah !
[Nexus 6  General] aoaleman:
Lovin' it!
[Nexus 6  General] JoeJags:
Sweet!!.......can't wait......
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Got Nocturnal Open Source Project syncing for the n6 now ;) while watching the giants game
[Nexus 6  General] gooface:
Yay, I loved your M8 ROM, can't believe you went to the nexus 6 like I did, I look super forward to your work! This phone just got way better!
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Hey nice to see you over in these parts :)
[Nexus 6  General] jay661972:
Same here, my N6 will be here Wednesday, cant wait for Sinless N6 my friend

Sent from my M8 running Sinless KK
[Nexus 6  General] benbailey84:
Another reason for me to figure out how to sell my device for the n6. Lol
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Do it!!! Get it for yourself as a b day gift. And by the way happy birthday
[Nexus 6  General] benbailey84:
Thanks bro. I wish it was that easy. Lol. Trust me dude I am working on a way to get it. I only need $480 more to get it.
[Nexus 6  General] mikdiamon:
Sweet Nocturnal Love! Right on brother my kid inherited my m8 do she's digging your lollipop on the HTC. So good to see you here. Welcome!
[Nexus 6  General] djkinetic:
Welcome to the n6 section!!!
[Nexus 6  General] the.emilio:
HOW BOUT THEM COWBOYS!! But that catch by Beckham was sick!
[Nexus 6  General] Danish2980:
This is gonna be epic! You are one the greatest! I truly enjoy using your work.. Do any of you know how the speakers compare to HTC M8?
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Oh man...that catch was amazing...and I cannot believe the end...almost had that 1st down and the giants would have won lol

Thanks for compliment. I heard the speakers are decent but not as loud as the m8
[Nexus 6  General] mikdiamon:
Oh I think they are a bit louder
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
I'm gonna post a test nosp ROM here for you all in a bit before I post in the development section :)
[Nexus 6  General] digweed4me:
Do it buddy I am a crack flasher coming from one plus one and there is hardly anything to flash right now.
[Nexus 6  General] mrjaydee82:
Almost ready :) ...im staying awake to post lol
[Nexus 6  General] djkinetic:
Looking forward to breaking the n6 rom flash cherry lol.
[Nexus 6  General] mr pnut:
Bring it on, your work is awesome.;)
[Nexus 6  General] fix-this!:
hmmm... tmob told me yesterday if i bought one it would be up to 2 weeks before id get it.
[Nexus 6  General] Smallsmx3:
I got mine on the 20th....I went around on the 19th looking for them. One store I went into said the warehouse had them in stock and he could have one the next day. It seemed sketchy but all was good.
[Nexus 6  General] 413vzwh8r:
Question as far as Roms go...

Is decryption something you can do or undo with the ROM? What I mean is, can you choose to make the ROM encrypted or decrypted? I have no complains as far as speed and battery with encryption on. But i also haven't gotten rid of it since I don't feel like setting the phone up again.
[Nexus 6  General] Smallsmx3:
Just curious as to what happened to nosp? Not asking for an eta I'm just curious because it's the second rom that was uploading but not posted. Are there issues flashing roms?