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[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Yshf9:
Does this phone have multiusers that are in Android 5 and 6? The DROID Turbo 2 did not have it.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Xsequence:
moto x force

yes, it has multiusers
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
see http://xdaforums.com/droid-turbo-2/help/help-thread-droid-turbo-2-xt1580-xt1585-t3387653
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Metfanant:
So....maybe im missing something but....

is motorola's own gallery app not compatible with their newest device? Or do they just expect us to use Google Photos? which i think is a significant downgrade from the actual motorola gallery...
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] seraph_harim:
I found a gallery apk from the Moto G that worked for me at:

http://www.androidsage.com/2016/06/...e-camera-file-manager-command-center-gallery/

Seems to look and work just like the one from my Turbo. Funny I didn't notice it missing till I read your post.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Guardianofevil:
I'm very interested about audio quality on headphones. I was reading the reviews but there was nothing specific about this matter. I'm kinda audiophile person, and I;m very demanding when it comes to music playback. Right now i have Xperia Z3 which is awesome music player. I also have audiophile grade headphones.

Did someone tested it in more detailed way, in the matter of audio playback?

Can you share some thoughts on it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Metfanant:
Thanks...I'm coming from the turbo as well...and I didn't notice it at first either lol
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] jmbturtle:
So any way to disable the increasing ringtone? Tried the Disable Increasing Ring app in the play store, but didn't work.

And evidently this should work... But evidently you have to be rooted to edit the /system/ folders/files.

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/general/guide-tentative-fix-messenger-whatsapp-t3272992
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] PolarBearMI:
notifications and ringtones

So I bought the moto F Z and moved my sd card over to it.

My subdirectory structure is

/sdcard/media/audio/music

/sdcard/media/audio/ringtones

worked fine on my samsung S5

Where do I need these to be on the moto F Z ?

I ask because setting up an alarm does not show any of my music/ringtones.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] eighty1:
Anyone using a hotspot tethering app or have a solution?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] droidrev71:
Anyone else notice that the jbl speaker messes with pics/videos using the flash?? I have a battery pack on its way soon. Does that interfere as well?

Also, how's everyone's call quality? I've read a couple reviews where some interference was noticed but the call quality rating was good. Mine hasn't been the greatest and I'm wondering if I have a bad device.

Edit: I exchanged my device and call quality is much better :)
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] dtowngs4g:
The audio quality is great. I got the Moto z @ best buy for $1. I was a little taken aback about the attachment needed for headphone jack. The bass compared to my LG G5 is much deeper and richer without any equalizer adjustment. I tried several songs and radio on both. So if you like bass as I do you should be pretty happy. My $12 headphones sounded like they cost more.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] hbar98:
Yeah, buy the tethering package. /snark

Free tethering apps, such as FoxFi, have either not worked for Moto phones for a while, or sometimes worked if you used their VPN. But there are not guarantees.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] dtowngs4g:
Do you not have hotspot on your Moto z? I do.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] II12yanII:
i just got this phone today and when i put in my 128 gig sandisk sd card it just says preparing sandisk sd card checking for errors and just stays at that. its been saying that for close to an hour and i cant use my sd card at all. is anyone else having this problem at all or is it just me?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Metfanant:
I had no problems with my 64 gig sandisk card at all
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] jaslbrown:
Moto Voice

I've been away from Moto devices for awhile. On the original Moto X the Moto Voice would work even through the lock screen, but that doesn't seem to be the case on this version of Moto Voice on my Z Force. I can only do certain things behind the lock screen. If, for example, I want to text someone using Moto Voice, it tells me to unlock the phone. This is super frustrating since not touching your phone should be the whole point of voice activated controls. Do you folks know a fix for this, or is this just what Moto Voice is nowadays? Thanks for your time.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] HotShotAzn:
Is there a setting to add "Reboot" as an option when you hold down the power button?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd0070:
I believe you have to change your overall lock setting to not have any kind of password/gesture/fingerprint security.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] jaslbrown:
I hear ya, but the problem is I also like to use Android Pay and it requires at least a pattern or pin. There's no way for me to get around that.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] rmonjay:
My battery screen in setting does not show all battery usage. It usually totals up to about 40%. It doesn't show much app usage and is basically worthless. I downloaded GSam battery monitor and it seems to work just fine, at least it's numbers total to the lose to 100%. It has been this way since it came out of the box. Any thoughts on to fix it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd0070:
Will any USB C charger quick charge this device? I noticed a regular quick charge 2.0 with the USB C adapter doesnt, and doesnt charge the mods at all
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] camwynMo:
Having Hotspot Issues on T-Mobile

Just swapped in an existing T-Mobile sim into a Motorola.com bought Moto Z Force and having trouble with Hotspot clients being able to access the anything through it...data apps and browser have network issues. Voice and data on the phone itself on T-Mobile doesn't have any issues. The old T-Mobile phone has no issues with the same SIM card.

Anyone else having similar issues or worked through something like this? Heading out to the T-Mobile store after spending time on 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support with Motorola with no luck. They repeatedly told me this is Verizon exclusive but clearly the phone works on T-Mobile 4G/LTE.

Any help would be appreciated.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
does it have verizon bloatware on it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] camwynMo:
Lots of verizon bloatware...disabled most of it. T-Mobile store resolved my hotspot issue by updating the apn and related settings.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] masterkamon842:
Ok warning guys, major noob f*ck up on my behalf....

So I just obtained a used Moto Z Force. I can't have screen protectors on cause it triggers an OCD in me. I noticed the screen was scratched up a bit so while I was examining it, I noticed it looked like it had a "screen protector" on, it looked off-center and felt like it wasn't glass.

So I checked with a thin blade and vuala, the "screen protector" started peeling off, so I removed it completely and boom new screen. But then, after investigating I ended up finding out I removed the Shattershield film.... I put it back on but now it looks like a horribly placed screen protector...

So my question is, since replacement shattershields aren't yet available, what screen protector can I be recommended to protect the screen that covers both the camera and flash? All the ones I've seen keep those parts unprotected.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] koalacs:
hello, Can I use the moto z rom (XT1650_GRIFFIN_VERIZON_MCL24 .203-22_cid2_subsidy-DEFAULT _CFC.xml.zip) on the moto Z force ?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sonofevil77:
They are available on Verizon's website bit it does not specify shatter shield. I did the same thing and ordered it and it was the same. If I have a minute I'll get you the direct link.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] masterkamon842:
I'll appreciate the link. Thanks for the info though!
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Archangel:
Is there any way to turn the phone speaker on if you use moto voice to make a call. Older Droid phones there was a setting in moto voice.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] TigerCourage:
Really want to know that too.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] PiousInquisitor:
Say "call <contact name> on speakerphone".
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Archangel:
Thanks brother,,,makes it easy.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] csyrell:
Answer Call from Lock Screen

If my phone is asleep and locked, when I receive a call I'll get a phone icon in the middle of the screen. Swiping that icon allows you to answer (swipe right), ignore (swipe left), or send a message (swipe top). My issue is that you don't see these options until you actually touch the ringing phone icon in the middle. As I usually have the phone in my left hand, I'm prone to grabbing the icon with my thumb and sweeping left. More often than not, I'm ignoring/declining phone calls.

With a larger phablet like this, it's physically more difficult to swipe my left thumb to the right, so while part of the issue is me retraining my brain to swipe right, the bigger issue is the lack of visible options until you actually begin to swipe, plus the location of those options.

Does anyone know how to make adjustments on the placement of those options? I've searched here on XDA and on Google, but to no avail.

Thanks!!!
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] koalacs:
my computer with win 10 does not recognize my phone, I tried all ways but it is impossible. Any idea how to fix it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] mrvirginia:
If I purchase this device from Motorola, will Verizon charge the $20 upgrade fee?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] cenobite138:
Hello all, I'm having an issue I am hoping someone can help with. My last phone was the Droid Turbo, also Motorola, and with that phone my Comcast Business Voice app would notify me when I got a voicemail on my business line. Now, with the Z Force I cannot figure out for the life of me how to get the app to tell me when I get a voicemail, which is a huge problem because I'm a business owner and I need to know when people are trying to get a hold of me on my business line.

Thanks in advance
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
did you install motorola drivers?

[INDEX]Motorola Unbricking Tools
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] koalacs:
yes i do and nothing
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
checked device manager?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Spud37:
Can the Moto Z Force be unlocked to work on GSM networks?

How likely is it for the Moto Z Force to get Cyanogenmod or any Custom ROMs in the future?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] TigerCourage:
It's unlocked and works with GSM networks. I'm using it in Spain with no problems.

Also, the official ROM is so good that nobody bothers to try to unlock the bootloader to make a custom ROM.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] elliwigy:
so no one tries to at least obtain root and a custom recovery? im sure its just a matter of no one breaking it
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] TigerCourage:
Well maybe if Sunshine ( http://theroot.ninja/ ) manages to unlock the bootloader then we'll probably see some custom ROMs.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] kenbrownstone:
Dam I hope so
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Spud37:
Yeah, next I was going to hope for root. I can be fine with the standard ROM if I can get root on it. Now I just need to look into where is the best place to buy this if your not on Verizon.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] darkstknight1523:
Do anyone have confirmation that the VZW Moto Z Force will operate on TMobile? I am getting conflicting answers and I'd like to know, specifically for the FORCE.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Spud37:
I have read that it does work but a certain band of 3G does not work with the phone. So it could effect 3G data. I am in the same boat. Also on tmobile and looking at getting the Moto Z Force, mostly since the Note 7 fiasco.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] darkstknight1523:
3G or 4G data?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] BladeRunner:
I used mine on T-Mo with out much problem. I, however, do not live in a Band 12 area and was always on Band 4 so I can't how say it would work in a Band 12 area.

One thing I did notice is that when I'd fly anywhere it would take several minutes to reconnect to the T-Mo network when I'd turn the phone back on.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] darkstknight1523:
thanks [MENTION=4439832]BladeRunner[/MENTION]

the Force you have/had is the VZW release, yes?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] BladeRunner:
Of course. Only the Z has the GSM Unlocked version. The Force is a Verizon exclusive.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] dallas90733:
I'm on T-Mobile and in band 4 & 12 area.

Everything works great except you will get a stupid warning " Not a Verizon sim and VOLTE..

Trying to find a way of disabling that warning message.

Btw in KCMO area.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Spud37:
How often does it give you that warning?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] elliwigy:
U most likely need root for that
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sydneygriffin62:
I am told this device is locked native tether options are unavailable is this true I'm waiting for my Verizon moto Z Force as we speak I am currently using a rooted HTC One M9 but because of battery issues I'm replacing this device but I need tether and/or root, can anybody help me I am told the tool does not work and the device is locked
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] elliwigy:
Not sure but on verizon and 30gb shared data and my hotspot works out if the box
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sydneygriffin62:
I am paying for the phone full price what do you think my options would be

I have unlimited data on the old grandfather plan with no contract does that apply for me
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] elliwigy:
I have no idea.. im not that lucky but id imagine theyll block you due to unlimited data lol
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sydneygriffin62:
so we are all waiting for sunshine exploit again??? how did it work out of the box? oh you dont have to pay the extra 30 right?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] CadillacMike:
does the moto z not have a hot spot toggle in the quick menu like Samsung does?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
it's possible that it doesn't show up in quick menu until you have used it once
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] martinezs89:
Idk if this is the right place to put this but Google release the fingerprint quick shortcut and now I can use my scanner as a home button!
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] CadillacMike:
Finally got my Moto Z Force Droid and it does have a Hot Spot toggle in the quick menu
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Shah1989:
How about the link to "Google fingerprint quick shortcut"?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] martinezs89:
http://www.xda-developers.com/supercharge-your-fingerprint-sensor-with-fingerprint-quick-action/
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Shah1989:
I'm aware of this. Quite buggy. I thought you meant Google release of quick shortcut
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] ICrazy2016:
Ok so I got my moto z force like 2 months ago. I dropped it from about 3 to 4 feet high on carpet, there is no crack in the screen or anything but to the right of the front top speaker there is a little dot where light 24/7 shines through, even when the screen is asleep. What is wrong with it and can I fix it.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Droidgreg30:
It's the a way to add our enable the quick settings tab like the Samsung Good Lock app does? Is a smaller size menu when you pull down from the status bar. I tried to upload a pic but it kept saying network error.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Droidgreg30:
Well looks like I got what I was looking for with the 7.0 update.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Psychotic Penguin:
Just got Google Home today, for some reason my Z Force couldn't complete the setup on Google Home. Had to pull out the old reliable Nexus 6 to finish the job!

Anyone else have this issue, if so how did you resolve it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] TheWhiteChallenger:
Hey guys sorry haven't been keeping up with the niech stuff as of late, is there any oddball unlockable CDMA models, Puerto Rican? LRA? Anything like that this time round?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Rodefy:
Can we use the shatter shield screen of either Moto x or Z force on another phones? Did anyone tried it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Danish78:
Hello,

I am interested in buying a Z Force, but I haven't been able to find much ROM development for the device.

Any specific reason why there are no big names developting for this device?

(this is the only issue I have, otherwise I would've bought it already :D)
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Smithfolk4:
The phone has not been rooted and it is not available for bootloader unlock. There are a few folks working on it, but no success yet that I know of.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Danish78:
Thanks for letting me know :)
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Zaxmyth13:
Hey everyone, I'm having an issue with receiving the most recent OTA on my Moto Z Force Droid edition. I got the notification quite some time ago that there was an update available, but when I choose to download the update it will not. I have the notification that it is downloading, but it stays at 0% for anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours before notifying me that the download has failed. I have tried when connected to WiFi as well as just 4g and it does the same thing regardless. I have tried to download it in settings as well as when the notification for a new update comes and neither way makes a difference either. Any idea what's going on? It's rather frustrating, and with it repeatedly attempting to download, my battery life is not nearly what it normally is. Thanks in advance for any help!

Oh and PS: The update I'm referring to is NCLS25.86-11-4-6-5. Sorry, I forgot to include that initially.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Gundie:
Hi,

A friend was showing off his new Moto Z Force today, and I have to agree that it is a beautiful device. Were it currently rootable on VZW, I'd be looking into one.

My friend had a question that I was unable to answer, and I am hoping one of you Most Knowledgeable Folks might steer me toward figuring it out.

His question was simply "How do you solve the Hodge conjecture?"

Wait, no, something else. It was about the projector. He wants to be able to cast from his tablet to his phone, so the result can be projected. Basically just using the phone as a portable projector to toss a few PowerPoint's onto a whiteboard during a meeting, for example. He said that using the phone itself to both control and project doesn't work out well.

My thought is to use a Bluetooth keyboard or something, but I believe he wants to put the phone into bridging mode, if you will, so its only purpose (at that moment) is receiving data and spraying it onto a board.

Does anyone know if there is a common way this is done, maybe an app specific to the Moto Z Force? I realize VNC, TeamViewer, and other (laggy) methods may work, but I am looking for a more direct connection. I tried AllCast and AllCast Receiver, but no joy.

Thanks for any pointers,
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] xlow78:
I bought 200Gb which I had previously on Turbo 2. Working as expected.

---------- Post added at 11:47 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:35 PM ----------

I wouldn't hold my breath... Probably we will NEVER get root on Z. Turbo2 is a perfect example of VZ unrootable phone. I remember when RAZR HD was blocked for good chunk of time. VZ is the source of all evil when it comes to unlocking the bootloader.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Gundie:
If what is being reported about VZ is true, they are the source of all evil when it comes to respect for their customers' and for the US Constitution.

https://goo.gl/M3KfUx

And that is just several days after Verizon said that they do not and will not share our 'browser history'. A lie through semantics might not be illegal, but it speaks to the quality of the company and its management.

https://goo.gl/WSPfjR

Rooted, patched, firewalled and running with good privacy management are all important on their intrusive network. Signal is your friend.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] TheDroidURLookinFor:
Anyone else having GPS issues? My GPS will randomly lose signal. Sometimes I can just switch on/off airplane mode to fix it. Though lately I have had to restart my phone to get it to work. Any ideas on how to fix it?
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] FreeRimJobz:
Yeah that's the Moto Z Force, same as I have. I am also looking to root and pimp this device out so if you find any helpful methods, please share. Thanks.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] Xngel:
It's true that if the screen is damaged the phone will not boot until I repair it? Cause my battery died and I need to replace it cause the phone won't boot even with the charger connected so I need to replace battery but the technician told me that I need first replace the screen (that will cost me around 250 bucks) and then replace the battery.
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] dhbuckley:
Z Force Battery Help Please

My Z Force is only 6 weeks old or so and battery life is crazy low; see pics.

I found advice to wipe app caches (in storage) and System caches using recovery mode and initially this made a huge improvement with projected battery life going from 8 or 10 hours on a nearly full charge to a day and a half. Which is what I'd expect from 3500ma battery....came from 1st Gen Turbo and it was so much better.

However, by the next day it reverted back; see screenshot. :crying:

Previously I would use GSAM battery manager but it apparently cannot give granular app battery usage info without using ADB and command line which I'm not really all that comfortable with. Also, I am not rooted.

Should I return this and get another one? Any other advice?

Many thanks.

David

PS As a new user, I cannot post screenshots apparently but 89% battery, 4 hours projected life then 88% battery and 6 hours projected?!
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] jahlove96819:
when receiving calls phone is blank wont show who calls

can anyone help me i have a moto droid z force and dont know what to do
[Moto Z Force Questions & Answers] ZaimXD:
i am using it after my nexus 5,its a serious audio upgrade for me,it has a bit less bass but overall better sound stage and way louder,according to phonearena its amp is as powerful as htc 10s(considering voltage comparison)