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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] tof9:
Thanks mate. I was skeptical but it seems the camera fault was related to Smart Stay.

Out of curiosity, what team did you speak to at Samsung that informed you of the temporary Smart Stay workaround? Did they actually promise/commit that a software update is in the works to patch this bug or did they just "suggest" that an update "may be released"?

I don't want to waste my time on the phone to Samsung Support if a patch is already in the works. I'm worried if all of us sit back and don't notify them and apply pressure, they will just ignore the issue. (Samsung are good at ignoring issues, I still remember the faulty GPS on the S1).

I actually use Smart Stay and would feel cheated if I was forced to keep using my device without it to have a working camera. It is unreasonable and should be considered a faulty product if not rectified.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] lemoncello:
Thanks for the heads up - this worked a treat!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] sabirdlady:
Hi everyone, I also had the same issue. I reckon I may have the solution.

Go into Display and deselect "Smart Stay".

I haven't had an issue since.

Hopefully an update will be out soon to fix the bug.

Cheers.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] lpanjwani:
Thanks [MENTION=500393]johnboywilson[/MENTION]. Camera is working perfectly now.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] marko68:
Yes exactly this is the best solution to quickly fix the problem until a fix from Samsung!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] vince0190:
hi there try to do this, it might help you.. . . https://www.androidpit.com/how-to-fix-camera-failed-samsung-galaxy
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Jagermonsta:
+1 to this. I've been having the Camera Failed issue as well, I read an article this morning on this - disabling smartstay has fixed it for me too
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Shadovladek:
a tip for operating the camera is turned off for the option (Smart stay)

Envoyé de mon SM-G935F en utilisant Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] spotlight79:
Hey guys! Having the same issue, my retailer contacted Samsung and this is what Samsung replied:

"Samsung is aware of the camera issue and a new software binary is in the works and should be released OTA as soon as next week.

Alternatively before releasing a new software binary to use camera normally,

1. When rebooting the GS7, please do not use the camera as soon as device is booted on.

(We recommend to use camera after about 2 minutes later)

2. Please use the camera after deactivating the Smart stay feature.

At this time, you need to reboot the device(To access Smart stay, Apps > Settings > Display > Smart stay)”

Hope this helps everyone. Good to hear we are getting an update soon.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Prozmonkey:
I'm getting the same fault .... only after ive had to turn it off.

Surely cant have to factory reset the thing after everytime its turned off.

Should have stuck to my never faulty S5
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] KGUN61:
Got the same issue on an S7e bought in Belgium... Turning off Smart Stay did the trick.

Hopefully the fix will be released soon.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] POINTMAN_009:
Yep, deactivating Smart Stay did the trick. Many thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] POINTMAN_009:
Received 70+Mb update this afternoon which appears to fix the issue. I currently have Smart stay on and camera still working after reboot.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] marko68:
Received an update in The Morning that apparently fix the camera problem.... We will see next days
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] grahpet:
The culprit is Smart stay. Go to Apps > Settings > Display and turn Smart stay off. Restart the S7/S7 Edge and your camera will be back working again. Smart stay uses the Front camera to "know" when you are looking at the screen and there is a software conflict when you try to start up the Rear camera. I understand that Samsung are aware of the issue and are working on a fix.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Almnsi55:
I got an issue with S7 from camera only

I cannot take pics

Gives warning 》》》 camera failed

It was working when I first use it but after one hour stopped and never work again

I tried each solution you suggest with no luck to fix it

I also tried factory data reset but did not help

Please tell me what else I should try

Note : s7 baseband version is G930FXXU1APB6

Is that the latest version???
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Almnsi55:
I know someone who got his S7 replaced and guess what

Same issues with camera app!!!!

What do u think .. hardware or software issue now?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Androidsquirrel:
Have this "Camera Failed" problem on my S7......How did this obvious problemget through final test at Samsung? In addition, it is such an obvious, and it appears, widespread problem, so why wa this not picked on any reviews ?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] neigo:
to stop this you have to update the phone or just deactivate "smart stay".

this will stop the error message
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] xdafrancis:
Tried all of these solutions and still getting the "warning: Camera Failed" error.

Hey everyone. I've tried doing all those things that have been said previously on this thread and still have had no luck. Here are the list of things I've tried:

1) Clear Data in Camera app

2) Going into the boot mode and wiping cache partition

3) Disabling Smart Stay (Note: Never had Smart Stay on in the first place)

4) Went into settings / Backup & Reset / Reset all Settings

5) *#0*# also gives me the same error when i go to Mega Cam

6) Taking out SD card

7) Full factory restore and STILL does not work...

I feel like i've exhausted all of my options other than going to get a warranty exchange from my carrier. It's crazy how I used it the night before and then the next day it just started giving that error. No physical damage on the phone at all. PLEASE HELP!!!!:crying::crying::crying:

Update: it seems like along with the camera my flash has also stopped working... Not sure if there is any correlation between the two. When i pull down on notifications and try to turn flashlight on nothing happens. When i download a third party flashlight app it gives me an error "your hardware does not support LED cam light"
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] .Monkey:
I had that issue before but it was the SD Card. I just chose device as the place to save things and it fixed itself.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] G-Man8776:
I'm currently in your EXACT same boat! I realize you posted this a few months ago, so I'm wondering how/if you resolved your problem.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] cgorrell:
I am still facing this issue. Sometimes if I restart my phone a few dozen times, it will start working again and will continue to work until my phone restarts again. Has anyone found a fix beyond what is listed in this thread yet?

I have a United States S7, but I am overseas and none of the samsung stores will help me with my "american" phone here.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] mastertempo:
Same with my s7 edge guys. Nothing helps.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] SAHFAS:
Turning off diagnostic worked for me
[T-Mobile LG G4] tazmaniondvl:
Has anyone tried CM nightlies? I'm interested in porting and always use CM as my base. Just want to know if its stable enough yet
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Guitarfreak26:
Hi Guys,

So i bought a Tech 21 evo frame for my edge but the phone feels so nice and looks so stunning without a case, is anyone rocking It naked?

(Meaning the phone itself lol)
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] chakra:
I have tried, but there is nowhere to put the phone when your not using it, plus it can get pretty cold sometimes.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Cst79:
The lateral grip is so bad (slippery, narrow) that I think it's guaranteed you will drop the phone if used without any case.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Tectas:
I'm currently using it without case and will go on that way, I'll most likely just get a skin for the back to avoid scratches and get slightly better grip.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Delboyd12:
Using naked with a ScreenKnight protector on it. I have a Spigen Neo Hybrid for it but it makes it too bulky....

Kinda worried about dropping it though, especially after paying so much for it. :(
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] guaneet:
Going to be using an otter box symmetry once my zagg screen protector dries up.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] sd7318:
Bought a cheap Best Buy store brand clear gel case for it, adds grip but keeps the look of the phone. No screen protector until a glass version.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] mklass:
Naked for me, I do what to get a screen protector for the front though. Just worried about scratches causing issue's when using the vr.

Seems a shame that a manufacturer spends so much time perfecting the design to look and feel this good when the majority of people just stick a case and screen protector on.

Obviously I know it's an expensive and great device to own and we don't wanna risk scratching or smashing it.

Just saying...
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] isolated_epidemic:
I like to live life on the "edge." No case or screen/back protector for me. Ran for 14 months with a naked Note 4 and only dropped it twice with minimal bezel damage. The trick is to have no friends and stay in your house/office all the time...
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] ingenious247:
I can't fathom putting a case on this gorgeous bar of platinum gold. I have to rock this one naked
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] AngioNicholai:
I just have Zagg.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] isolated_epidemic:
I do see one benefit of a case though...

True Story;

Woke up on day two with my new Galaxy S7 Edge and grabbed it off my nightstand in the dark bedroom to start my morning routine. I am embarrassed to admit that I sat there for the better part of 30 seconds trying to turn the screen on only to find that I was holding the phone upside down and it was illuminating my palm. The phone is curved nearly the same on the front and back and the glass on both sides really confuses the senses. I doubt I will do it again but I laughed so hard at myself.

It is a beautiful and well curved phone that shouldn't be hidden. For the same price as an Otterbox Defender you can get a year of SquareTrade Insurance and let them handle the worrying. Thankfully I don't see myself filing a claim for a toilet drop like with my Note 3 since this one's water proof; just as long as I fish it out before 30 minutes.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] smithwicks:
Yes, but I will purchase insurance.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] sputnik99:
this morning I used my phone naked in the bathroom
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] brianwilkie76:
How do you like the screen knight protector? Any good??
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Delboyd12:
Fantastic! Difficult to fit, took a while, but absolutely worth it!

Also given me a bit more grip as well, phone was too slippery before application.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] skivnit:
i have never used a case on my phones, and i always had them in prestine condition after a year of usage.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] brianwilkie76:
Is it the wet apply version?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Delboyd12:
It is indeed which I prefer. Got absolutely no bubbles and it's not peeling up when I insert into case.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] brianwilkie76:
Cool, thanks mate. I've ordered one now. :)
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] jackdforme:
Which invisishield model is that and does it provide the needed tack and grip to the back glass?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] AngioNicholai:
It's the Zagg HD dry full body protection (front, back) the back is that matte finish and does provide extra grip. I love it.

I bought it at a Verizon store US
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] jackdforme:
Thanks, I assume by this thread that the grip is enough on the back that you aren't feeling all "dropsy" now and will go case-less?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] KuHaKu:
Yup. Naked.

I can't stand a case on my own device, as cases add too much bulk for it's use (in my eyes anyway)

Also S7 edge is actually 100% black now, not black/blue, so i don't think ill need a vinyl skin
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] gtg465x:
Naked now, but have a case on the way. Not because it's too slippery to hold (I can't remember the last time I dropped a phone and have never broken a phone by dropping it), but because this thing slides around in my pockets way too easily, especially in shorts, and will slide out when I just sit down at some point. The only time I ever cracked a phone screen was when I was wearing slick gym shorts and had a slick phone and it just slid right out of my pocket and hit tile when I sat down.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] jackdforme:
You were completely right. The back is actually the only piece I put on. It's perfect and honestly, Sammy should've used some rough matting right on the outer layer of the glass. Looks sick and feels much better.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] kappatau808:
just front and back yes? no sides?

---------- Post added at 10:28 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:17 AM ----------

only way i would keep my phone naked is if i had clear back skin on it which i am waiting for now. currently have armorsuit on the front. easy wet install no bubbles. untill someone comes up with glass protector. waiting on skinomi full body which is supposed to be front, back and sides
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Kapitein187:
I have the tech21 evo as well. Good case. However at home I rock my S7E without a case.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Guitarfreak26:
Yeah tech 21 evo definitely gives more grip
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Xileforce:
I'm running it completely naked, but I've never used a case on any of my phones and never dropped one. Only one I cracked the back on was my s6 when it slid out of my pocket :( rip.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Zeffir:
I'll probably be getting a case just because my big hands always connect with the edge of my edge and causes issues while I'm typing.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] blane237:
I wanted to go naked but this puppy is slick and I don't want to risk it. I rather pay $11 for a case than pay a lot more to replace a damaged smartphone phone.

My alternative was to buy the slimmest case I could find.

The Spigen Liquid Crystal case http://www.spigen.com/collections/galaxy-s7-edge/products/galaxy-s7-edge-case-liquid-crystal
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] imapfsr:
Nope, can't do it. Way to beautiful of a phone to hide behind a case. Extreme Guard clear skin for the back and Rogers replacement plan for 8 bucks a month. Drop it, no problem.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] xcha0tic:
I really want to keep it without a case but I just feel I have to keep it safe in one.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Known problems

Here is a list of the Known issues:

SYSTEM:

-USB - MTP, UMS, and PTP are not currently working properly. The PTP may be working, but my Linux computer cannot connect to it. The UMS will not mount. The MTP says the connection is taking too long and resets (on my computer).

-Sleep of Death - Lock screen causes sleep of death and reboot errors. Must disable the lock screen to prevent this. Thanks [MENTION=6053184]Sterben Pistole[/MENTION] !

-Mounting external SD card - Currently the extSdCard is mounted, however it requires root privileges to use it.

-SU - Currently, [MENTION=6053184]Sterben Pistole[/MENTION] has found a SU temporary work around, however, it is lost on reboot.

-GPS - Not currently functioning.

-APN settings - Since that portion of the settings crashes, I thought we could edit the xml file directly and set a default option for the carrier of choice. Not ideal, but perhaps a good work around?

-TeleService.apk has been removed, it causes too many crashes, this apk is really important for phone calls/radio control, so this would really need to be replaced.

APPS:

-GPS Status - The app works, but GPS does not appear to be functioning.

-Messaging - Crashes when you open it. I think due to settings issue with connectivity to network.

-Settings - Mostly works, a few settings options cause it to crash, most importantly, the mobile network settings for APN's etc. crashes.

-Torch - Torch apk does not function at this time. Found that during CM kernel init, changes are made to facilitate the torch.apk, which are not done by the stock kernel init. However, it is possible that these could be written in as a init.d script.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Known Working

Here is a list of the known working:

SYSTEM:

-ADB - Fully functional.

-Audio - Makes sounds when you tap on buttons, appears to work fine.

-Bluetooth - Fully functional, used it to tether internet to use the browser, worked great.

-Bootlogo - Fully functional.

-Bootup - Boots all the way up the first time.

-Camera - Fully functional.

-External SD Card - Currently mounts, but requires super user privileges to use it.

-Internal Storage - Fully functional.

-Themes - [MENTION=6053184]Sterben Pistole[/MENTION] has verrified that different themes work.

-Wifi - Remember to flash your modules in SS! Thanks [MENTION=6053184]Sterben Pistole[/MENTION]

APPS:

-Apollo - Works great.

-Browser - Works great when you have an active network connection.

-Calculator - Works great.

-Calendar - Works great.

-Camera - Works great. Thanks [MENTION=6053184]Sterben Pistole[/MENTION]

-Clock - Works great.

-CM File Manager - Now working!

-DSP Manager - Appears to work.

-Email - Appears to work.

-Gallery - Works great!

-Movie Studio - Appears to work.

-People - Appears to work.

-Phone - Appears to work, but due to a settings issue with setting the carrier, I could not connect to make a phone call.

-Terminal Emulator - Works great.

-Voice Dialer - App opens, don't know if it works as I did not add my contacts.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
I'm going to be experimenting with your build as I've started working on the same type of project as of last week. I'm going to see what I can do to fix a couple of the crashes and report back to you.

EDIT: TO ALL, IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING DO NOT INSTALL THIS. IT IS NOT A DAILY DRIVER AT ALL.

EDIT 2: As I suspected, if you go into the settings and disable the lockscreen it won't go into the sleep of death.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Evant28:
Wow, this looks great! I'd love to help with this if I can.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
Rebooting works flawlessly if you turn off the lock screen. As for the internal and external storage not mounting properly, you need a wrapper script for that. I think [MENTION=4446861]jmsq[/MENTION] made one a while ago, but he's not active anymore.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Tested, works great! Updated thread! Great work!

Now we should replace or fix the lock screen. At least now we know what the problem was. Great insight!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Evant28,

You bet, if you can, download the files and play around with it. Let us know if you find any way to fix anything and we'll put it to work. :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Great find on the disabled lock screen allowing reboots! I've added it to the instructions after booting up the first time. I am breaking down [MENTION=4446861]jmsq[/MENTION] GPE 4.4.3 rom to look at the script. I've also pm'd to ask their permission.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] DeadlySin9:
To be fair, some of those people saying it wasn't possible did specify that it would require plenty of work that most people don't want to/can't do. Kitkat probably is the best option since we did get those GPE's working though, and I certainly applaud your efforts. I'm no developer myself or I'd help out, but I think a good way to get some things working since we can't change the kernel is to try and build and load modules for it using bypasslkm. I don't know the viability of that, but I know at least for the storage issue I've seen a case where a module was loaded in order to allow mounting.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
Does BypassLKM work on 4.4.2? I know it works on 4.3, because that's what it was built for, but if it does it would definitely help a good bit.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] AlaskaLinuxUser:
Mounting of sdcard fixed.

Internal phone storage "sdcard" mounting is fixed, new download link in OP. Turns out SS roms use a special sdcard mounting script. Thanks for the suggestions though, we need all the help we can get!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Evant28:
Wow great progress! I'll be installing as soon as I get home. Now that internal storage is fixed does WiFi work?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
Not at the moment. Even if Wi-Fi was working this would still be far off from being a stable daily driver. I'll post an update if I figure something out.

EDIT: WIFI IS NOW UP AND RUNNING! Modules are needed as always.

EDIT 2: Uploading build with working Wi-Fi as I am typing this. I have slow Wi-Fi so it'll be a while ;-;

EDIT 3: Got root working, but it's not out of the box. You need to flash SU in Safestrap right after modules, download towelroot, make it rain, and then install SU binary's from SU app.

EDIT 4: Root is only temporary. After a reboot it disappears. Also, theme's work great ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Evant28:
Just about to flash, did you by chance get the build uploaded? Awesome work!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
uploaded wrong file lol There you go ;) btw, there's still no service.

EDIT: Reuploading... Uploaded the original one by accident :/
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] DeadlySin9:
I'm pretty sure someone got it working while everyone was looking into getting a working kexec module. I'll see if I can't find a link somewhere.

EDIT: Still searching, but there are also directions on how to point it to the right address and compile it in the bypasslkm thread. Surge1223 built one for 4.4.2, but it's for verizon NC5 and I haven't found the link yet just found it here.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
http://ubunmobile.blogspot.com/2015/03/moddev-enable-unsigned-kernel-modules.html Here's a link to what seems like it's what we're looking for.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Evant28:
Please excuse my ignorance but where exactly did you upload your fixed version? The main dl link from Alaska remained the same as far as I can see. As far as functionality is concerned I'm not too worried. I'm planning on putting this in a ROM slot just so I can poke around and maybe help out with a couple things.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
I'm reuploading, I accidentally uploaded the base build, lol.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Evant28:
Aah gotcha :P
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 Android Development] Sterben Pistole:
Here you go https://www.mediafire.com/?2jvz3z8e58h35o3 *build with working wifi* make sure to flash correct wifi modules after just like after every other rom.