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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jc2470:
Barry sucks for u that u dont have a note 7, still not sure why u are in here posting but anyhow, there is a difference in recall status. And contrary to what u keep saying the phone isnt recalled in some countries, read it in many places. Even south korea still have it, they offer u a rental phone when u fly samsung does at the airport in korea even swap ur data to the rental then when u return move data back to ur note 7. This is even posted on samsungs actual website.

Use the phone or not that is totally up to u. But if u chose not then why are u here trying to convince people that the phone will be banned on the network. The regional manager that I talked to said it has never been done on recalls, and said the name of a few other phones that were recalled for same issue, just banned from sale but said still allowed on network.

consumer reports:

Unsafe by definition: Voluntary recall

Consumer Reports News: February 15, 2010 08:08 AM

What it is: Most recalls of defective products are characterized as "voluntary," a confusing term that can lead consumers to believe that the recall is optional. But voluntary recall is just government-speak for a deal that a manufacturer or retailer of a hazardous product has negotiated with the federal agency in charge of overseeing the safety of that product category. Voluntary recall would also seem to indicate that there are “mandatory recalls” that can be issued by the government should manufacturers or retailers refuse to cooperate, but nearly all the recalls announced last year were voluntary.

Why it's news: While voluntary recalls have been—for all practical purposes—the only means by which the government can get dangerous and defective products off the market, that's about to change. Last month the Consumer Product Safety Commission unanimously approved a new rule setting guidelines and requirements for mandatory recalls and those rules are set to go into effect on February 22. A mandatory recall can be ordered by the CPSC or a U.S. District Court. The requirement for the new rules was part of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act and was originally proposed by President Barack Obama when he was a Senator. At this point it remains unclear how often and under what circumstances the CPSC might turn to a mandatory recall instead of a voluntary one when the new rules take effect.

So if its such a big deal they will issue a mandatory recall dont ya think. Either way I am keeping my note7, think we have till end of year from what I was told. I will wait till samsungs next release gets closer. Rumors s8 will have a 5.7inch.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
Sigh. Why would anyone lie about going through what Note7 owners went through?

A great article the WSJ just put out on what went on behind the scenes.

http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-fatal-mistake-that-doomed-samsungs-galaxy-note-1477248978
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Okay sure, show me data on that.

Ive used powerbanks on all 3 of my note 7s without issue not to Mention many, many other devices

Not discounting what you say however blurting out things like tbat without documented proof is not going to get you very far.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jc2470:
Didnt say u never had one, saying that u brought urs back and have none now. I am perfectly secure in keeping mine. I will do so for the foreseeable future till the deadline is announced on returns. S8 will most likely be everything the note 7 was and more.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
We agree. :) The Note as a series is probably dead. The next pen-equipped flagship will probably be the "S8 with S Pen," similar to the naming convention Samsung's been using recently in newer tablets. My new Tab A is in a S Note beta program which is weird since the Note7 was built around Samsung Notes (which I couldn't stand) making me think it was a S Note replacement.

The question is will the Spring S8 launch see three devices (small, large, larger w/S Pen) or will they do standard phones in the Spring and then the S Pen version in the Fall keeping with previous Note release schedules. Moving the Note7 to "7" and skipping 6 was to align it with their flagship phones. Didn't quite work out that way. ;) With all Samsung's going through it's hard to predict their approach to the future. They need revenue and to regain trust so I'd imagine those two things will set their future direction and timing of product launches.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Teddiesasmita:
I guess your powerbank is compatible with Samsung's charging protocol and most probably better than mine. Good for you, sir. I was sharing based on my experience and thr information from YouTube channels (AA and Pocketnow). Nevertheless, I would never charge my Note 7 with a powerbank. #I_love_Note7
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] forsythem:
I'm aware of the ban on taking the N7 on planes, but haven't heard anything about it being banned on trains or buses.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
A great article the WSJ just put out on what went on behind the scenes.

http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-fatal-mistake-that-doomed-samsungs-galaxy-note-1477248978[/QUOTE]

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I'm not saying how the article was written is your fault, but ALL of the articles written about the Note 7 (and most any other smartphone that ISN'T an apple phone) are terribly biased. You can see the bias seething through the characters typed, the media has had a huge ifone slant for so long. There is a ton of this pathetic slant and bias in this article, too.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
Samsung to Exchange Galaxy Note 7 with New Galaxy S8

:cowboy:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
If they actually do this, it will mean a LOT of people will be sending in their Note 7's for S7 Edge's soon. I know I will.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Chippy_boy:
I think that 95% number is somewhat subjective. For me the quintessential elements of the Note 7; the things that made me want it - are the OLED screen, the Oculus VR support, the S-Pen, the great camera and the iris scanner. The heartrate monitor/o2 sensor is good but to be honest I didn't even know it had those until after I had bought it.

Anyway, that's 5 or 6 things, two of which are missing on the S7 Edge.

I agree with you that the Note 7 is difficult to justify keeping in the long term, for me at least. And I also agree that the S8 probably offers the best hope of where to go next. But if I go for the S7 Edge deal, that locks me into the remainder of a 24 month contract and the upgrade to S8 in Feb/March would be out of the question. So my best bet is to hang on to the Note 7 for as long as I can, return it for a refund at the last possible moment and then use a temporary phone - hopefully for no more than a couple of months - until the S8 comes out and then go for that on a new contract.

I'm fine with the "risks" with the Note 7, whilst using it for a couple more months.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ccsuk:
Don't won't to sound negative but I can't see the s8 becoming a note until the last quarter 2017. The s8 just isn't a note and for me that's a problem. On a side point I agree with the thinking they may ditch the note label although the note phoenix could have been good.

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An interesting story?

http://www.zdnet.com/article/galaxy-note-8-is-planned-korean-note-7-buyers-will-get-it-half-price/
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] chuckout:
Anyone know how to remove 60% of charge limit? :crying::crying::crying:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ccsuk:
CerveCesar replied to me on another post with the following:

1.- Settings

2.- Device Maintenance

3.- Battery Icon

4.- Advanced Settings Menu

5.- Disable the "Limit maximum charge to 60%" tab

It works until you turn your phone off but you can just change the setting again.

I also have removed those persistent messages by removing my Samsung account from the device.

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Also recommend removing fast charging as well.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] proalius:
You can set it to 80% in advances settings (battery)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Chippy_boy:
If your Note 7 gets hot when charging then yes I agree, but otherwise, I don't really see the point.

Mine for example stays very cool even when fast charging. I can barely notice it being warmer than ambient room temp, so I can't see how fast charging is damaging anything or increasing any risks.

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The S6 launched Q1 2015

The S7 launched Q1 2016

Given the gap in the market left by the demise of the Note 7, I would imagine Samsung will be desperate to keep with the Q1 release schedule for the S8.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ccsuk:
If you had seen an Li-on cell swell on fast charge under a microscope you might change you mind although I will admit battery technology has taken leaps forward over recent years. I'm just a belt and braces man.

Re s8 yes early as possible release for Samsung but they will prioritise the n7 research first maybe an April release imo.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Thats only been discussed like 100 times,and it depends on which model you have.

Short answer to get back 100% charging:

Snapdragon nope.

Exynos yes.

Use the search button dude.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
How to stop future software update that could possibly limit the battery of Note 7

;)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] svache:
I don't have the link available, but it's somewhere on the forums here. I believe you need to look for "package installer pro" :)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Package disabler pro...
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] svache:
oh lol you're right... the one thing you don't want, is them to install it, so "installer" makes no sense :laugh::laugh:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] pinetreehater:
The person provided a link to a Youtube video, he wasn't asking how....although iLordVader could've explained rather than just dropping a link that didn't even look like a link!!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
Got Notification on phone just NOW - DUBAI

http://www.samsung.com/ae/note7exchange/

So only 60% battery from 1st nov :(

Still holding on to it to Exchange it with the Galxy S8 ;)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Just dont take the OTA problem solved.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
Got this Notification

But phone still getting charged & is above 60%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyM5yRkYt4Q
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] javier24:
I'm still using mine, and I will do until next Note 8 or whatever they call it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Chippy_boy:
I was planning on handing mine over about now, but since the battery update was so easily avoided, and since my phone continues to behave *perfectly* - I think I'll keep using it a while longer.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] borijess:
I am until I find a replacement.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
Surprisingly Nobody complain or Informed that there Note 7 has got the Update of 60% battery only

Anyone out there ?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] rushingdog:
I am keeping mine as well. Hoping for firmware leak for v2.

And yes I stumbled on one Exynos Note 7 user that got the battery OTA in UK. He has 60% limit. He asks for solutions. Different forum, more newbies than veterans.

Forum is called "note7rebels".

Also I am curious what this OTA update did besides battery capacity limit. Sammy could try to kill few birds with one stone.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jasonblair:
Well, my two year old grabbed hold of it and whacked in on the tile last night... CRACK! It still works, but it looks like I'll finally be returning mine. I've never felt so heartbroken about breaking a phone before. Alas, poor Note 7... I wish we had more time together! :(
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] xxxMJTxxx:
Hello

I have seen some of your comments here, you seems like expert to me, and I am wondering would you be able to share with us/me how did you managed to still use note 7? As I assume you have 100% battery

Did you just blocked updates with package Disabler 6.3 before 60 percent battery cut has been pushed to mobile?

I have currently Note 7 N930FXXU2BPJ9 running on exynos5/exynos8890 which has been forced and cut to 60% battery and I am not sure how to bring it back to %100

Shall I reset factory settings and when in airplane mode install package disabler 6.3 and block:

Software Update - com.sec.android.soagent

Software Update - com.wssyncmldm

UrgentFWUpateSensorHub - com.samsung.firmware.sensorhub

UrgentFWUpateTSP - com.samsung.android.firmware.tsp

or do I need to flash mobile with original software pre updated and then apply package disabler?

or I am understanding something wrong here, please advice if it is not a big problem for you.

thanks in advance for your answer

M

:)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
You have it easy with the exynos version.

Install twrp, root and flash a custom kernel...problem solved.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
I get no OTA's or pushed updates since I disabled all of that. I dunno how people are getting updates if they have disabled the 4 or 5 apk's that need to be disabled to stop Verizon or Samsung from pushing to the phone.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ElectricPanda:
Still very happy with mine and will update when something better comes along.

Australia is getting the OTA update on 6 November apparently so hoping I have disabled the right packages disabled - should be good.

A bigger worry is if the ISPs start getting narky and blocking EMEI or cancelling the contract and asking for full payment :(
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
No that wont happen ;)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Novarider:
I'm not accepting any software updates till after I get my replacement
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Dmac1984:
Just said screw it and pulled the back and screen protector off my Note 7. Going full commando now. Guess this is my opportunity to feel and use a phone as they intended it to feel.

And wow! what a difference! This phone feels amazing in hand and is so silky smooth and sleek! lol I definitely don't want to make a habit of this but I might as well use the opportunity and enjoy the phone. I just re-fell in love with it lol.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] winol:
I am still using mine, noy a single trouble, gets warm as any other phone, I will keep using it until sept 30, when the exchange will begin in my country, Only concern is that they give me the same color, really lke the gold platinum
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dasdman:
Yup and very stupidly I might add.... Was recording my daughters marching band performance (sitting in direct sunlight, 95F, feels like 101F) this past weekend and the phone stop recording due to overheating, actually received the message on screen and it wouldn't start any app until it cooled down. The video was only 7:34 minutes long, the show went on for another 5 minutes.

Feeling fairly confident... LOL Still waiting on official word from Verizon to go and replace it. Did remove the skinomi screen protector, stupid thing was peeling up in several spots on the curved edges, especially the corners, plus collecting dust and ****. Still rocking the i-Blason case, just like it alot.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
I'm still using mine as well, but may turn it in this week for an s7 edge until the replacements arrive. I was concerned about doing this and didn't want to spend extra money on a case for a phone I don't plan on keeping. I tried to see if I could get a free case from T-Mobile to no avail, but decided I'd chat with Samsung to see if they'd be willing to. The rep opened a ticket and told me to contact T-Mobile in 24-48 hours because they should have a note to provide a case at Samsungs expense. I'm pretty happy with that outcome and will give T-Mobile a call tomorrow to order an S7 Edge as a replacement. Hope the CPSC gets their **** together and approves the replacements, because I'm loving this phone!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] andyahs:
Still using and thinking seriously about keeping it. Had no issues and to send it back now will cost me shipping duty and vat on a new one. Small risk vs reward.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ClevelandWheeler:
Still using it even though I have the bad battery.... No issues and I'm a power user.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] GibMcFragger:
Not all SDI battery packs are faulty, so having an SDI battery in our phones doesn't mean it WILL fail, just that it MAY be one of the faulty ones.

Basically we have a lottery ticket, but we won't necessarily "win", lol.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ClevelandWheeler:
I understand that but it is the only one that does fail and there is no way to know if yours will fail or not.

It's kinda a win for me ether way before I have small scratches on my screen from putting it in my back pocket...lol newer time around I will be putting a screen protector on it unfortunately.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Soylent Grin:
I'm still using mine.

The information I saw (once, grain of salt) is that while 70% of the phones are made in the Korean facility and may have the issue, phones made in China for the Chinese market are fine and aren't being recalled. As it happens, t-mobile phones had a chance to be the Chinese version, and mine does indeed say Made in China.

Is there any way to not take the update that will limit my battery charge? My phone runs fine and charges cool, and I'd rather not limit my battery life unnecessarily.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
I think the phones manufactured to be sold in China are the ones unaffected. Phones made in China are still at risk if they were sold in markets other than China, as far as I know.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Dmac1984:
Grab a case from best buy and take it back when you get the new Note, think you got 14 days or even 30 as an elite i know I have 30 days. Then you're basically just borrowing it, seems kinda like a slimy thing to do, but considering how best buy has handled this whole Note 7 fiasco, they deserve it lol
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
I considered this, but with the CPSC getting involved, I wasn't sure if we'd even have the new Notes within the return period. Samsung has already said they'll notify T-Mobile so I'll stick to getting that case for free. My fiance has an s7 edge so it'll just be a case option for her when everything is said and done.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ronii_lyn:
I was using it up until Tuesday. I was just browsing on my phone while listening to music on the bus when I felt it get unusually warm (it wasn't hot). I freaked out a little on the inside because it never did that before and it was warming up while I was doing nothing intense. It cooled down a few minutes later after turning the screen off. Temporarily took my Note 5 back from my mom and set up the S5 she had lol my replacement could start shipping as early as tomorrow, and it feels like I'm getting the Note 7 for the first time again because I can't wait to go back to it!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] equlizer:
Still using mine. No plans on stopping till the new one comes in.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dee32soon33:
Me!

I'm currently using my phone and so far, so good. No warming up or getting hot when I charge my phone. Just being honest.

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I KNOW that's right! It's unfortunate that some had or have to suffer, but no complaints nor problems with my note 7. And YES, still using mine as we speak!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ilordvader:
Samsung Galaxy Note 7

:cowboy:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dlang123:
My note 7 constantly got warm.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Uniquebarbee:
✋ I am still using my note 7 no heating up issues here and I use fast charging
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] cornelito:
Guys, what is your CPU temperature while browsing internet, watching video etc ? Mine runs between 45C-55C.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] xxxMJTxxx:
Ol. Thanks.

Do I have to install custom kernel?

Can I do it with pre battery cur software and just block with package disabler?

I would appreciate your answer

M.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] pro_b:
Anyone wanting to get rid of their Exynos Note 7 please IM me.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] OkayGK:
how to find out which one do I have?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] andoxviii:
Post the model number
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] OkayGK:
lol used youtube for help. im on snappy
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Im not sure if you can odin the previous firmware, they may have blocked that ability.

But yes flashing a custom kernel which allows 100% charging does work.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Aeintosx:
I'm still have mine, I won't give back till Samsung decides to brick it, still is sad I can't use VR oculus anymore.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Rajaqaiser:
Hi

I am still using Note 7 and happy with that, but I am looking for a way to downgrade to old stock Rom to get 100% charging. if someone has any solution please share, I know about hydra Rom but want old stock rom.

Regards
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] borijess:
Sadly my ride with the note7 is coming to an end. I got my Axon 7 which is a very nice phone. Not a note7 but it looks and feels nice.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] CerveCesar:
No, the older factory ROMs cannot be flashed in. (We tried)The phone may have to be rooted to do so. And if you root it, then you will loose knox, the Secure Folder and Iris Scanner with it. The Custom ROMs have the same issue. You get 100% back. But you loose Secure Folder and Iris Scanner.[emoji30]

I'm surprised however. That most folks have not tried to stayed on the safe 80% charge and just get a portable backup battery charger.

We ran a study here on XDA and found overcharging to be 1 of the reasons for failures. The other 2 were: new sharp battery holding frame and the chemical composition from Li-Po to Li-Ion [emoji54]
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] allancer861:
NEED HELP

Does anyone have the link or a way to download sm-g920tzkaxar stock frimware

please reply my phon is on bootloop.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Cloud Strife 48:
you are dope!

hahahahahahahaha!!!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] CerveCesar:
No problem bruh. Press and hold the power button for about 30 seconds until the phone powers off.

Download the Stock 4 files for the phone from Sammobile You can always download a similar model like the SM-G920F(Galaxy S6). Just remember which version/region update you had.

Download the latest version of ODIN load the files all (4) on the options tick the "Phone Bootloader Update" and do NOT tick or untick anything else.

Press Power, Volume down and Home at the same time until the screen turns blue. Press volume up to continue. On ODIN make sure the ID:COM box is blue and connected. Then click "Start" and let the phone do its thing.

After it downloads the phone goes into first reboot and the ODIN will read PASS. Unplug the USB at this point. Let the phone install the software. It may restart several times and take 15 minutes or more. Only touch the phone when you get the language welcome screen.

If you need help msg me. Good luck��