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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Prosis:
So as much as I find the latest version of TouchWiz to look great, I still feel like there are two OSes installed together on my phone, like it's always been the case with Samsung devices. So I'm pondering installing LineageOS. From what I gather, it's still in its infancy. So I'm a bit scared of tripping Knox permanently and regretting it.

Also, except if I read the 100+ pages of the thread about it, I can't find an exhaustive list of known issues and problems. But I have read some things that worry me:

Mediocre call quality

Mediocre camera quality

Volume problems on the speaker

Bluetooth issues

No OTA updates

Are those real? I'd like to have feedback from a relative long-time user.

Thanks :)
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] *Detection*:
With 7.0 Nougat, I find combining Nova Launcher with the new Nougat UI works well and together they feel much more like one OS

It's their TouchWiz Launcher that is out of place, big, clunky, awkward, slapped on the front of a nice tight-knit settings panel and other good looking parts of the UI just doesn't match, but replace TW launcher with Nova and you have a nice fluid OS IMO
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Prosis:
That but also the apps and data that come with them. The Samsung calendar that they impose even though you can't use neither the calendar or the tasks on another device (like a computer). But it's there and you have to deal with it (and even in the Google Calendar app, the Samsung calendar is there). Their bloody useless browser. But most of all I miss the slide to left for Google Now. With that I had the impression of using an Google device. Now I feel like it's there somewhere but behind a wall of crap. Yet the device itself is amazing. Honestly if I could afford it I would have gotten a Pixel. I'm not one for skins. But TouchWiz is very good now and light now. I just wish I could get rid of everything Samsung and/or that the Google Now Launcher wasn't going away (or that the Pixel Launcher was available).
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] *Detection*:
You can always use package disabler pro to get rid of calendars and other apps you don't want to use, and install preferred apps from the play store or wherever you can find the APK

Pixel Launcher is available as an APK from apkmirror.com

http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/pixel-launcher/

But yea, if you're looking for a stock Android experience, you don't buy Samsung, everyone knows about TouchWiz and Sammy's bloat lol
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] paralnova:
You lost me at "Their bloody useless browser." It is a very smooth browser with ad block and Samsung pass features.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Prosis:
No doubt about that. My problem with that broswer is the same as the calendar: it can only be used on Samsung mobile devices. If I could have my calendar and tasks on a PC (without having to sync it with SmartSwitch) then I'd use it. I can access my bookmarks on Chrome on mobile whereas that wouldn't be possible with the Samsung browser.

In other words I wouldn't mind using Samsung's apps at all as they are not bad in themselves but they're not as useful Google's apps.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] paralnova:
You're right. Google is miles ahead in terms of synchronization.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Prosis:
Indeed! Samsung's still in the first iPod model: plug it in a PC and sync. That's bad in 2017. It's a half-assed ecosystem. I do hope the S8 and Bixby do a better job but I don't think so given even Bixby is just a layer over Google Assitant.
[Nexus 6P Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MrCreel:
Hello

I've tested quite a few roms and found a feature I live very much, it's called dynamic navbar - however I've found a Rom that I absolutely love and it's pure nexus, as much as I love it there is a huge downside for me and that's the lack of dynamic navbar.

I have seen a app on play store called "navbar apps" but u don't like it, and I've seen that you can extract the framework and edit via a pc. But is there a way to enable dynamic navbar on PN without those two options? Preferably via the phone.

Thanks
[Nexus 6P Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 5.1:
Hello... Either use the mentioned app or do the changes in your framework. But you'll likely have to do it for every updates as the developer often makes change in the framework. Maybe you could maybe kindly make a request to the developer?!

Good luck...
[Nexus 6P Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] syfo:
Just follow this 2 guides...

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/general/guide-dynamic-nav-bar-android-l-m-n-t3515080

https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/guide-enable-pixel-launcher-round-icon-t3536267

Basically you have to edit the framework-res.apk, obviously you have to be rooted, install the requirements on the second link, here I'll summarize the steps I follow, but if you have any doubt read and follow the 2 guides, the second one to decompile and compile the apk and the first one indicates the lines you have to change and the files in which you find them.

List of tools that we need

1. JDK, download it here http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/ja...sp-138363.html

2. Apktool, download it here https://ibotpeaches.github.io/Apktool/

3. Root Explorer

4. Text Editor

STEP 1 - Get the firmware-res.apk

First you need your own device firmware-res.apk, it is located here \Root\System\framework\

STEP 2 - Copy firmware-res.apk to the same folder with Apktool.jar

I recommend locate it on folder easy to located like desktop folder

STEP 3 - Decompile firmware-res.apk

Open CMD on your folder (on windows use [shift + right click -> open command window here]) that firmware-res.apk and Apktool.jar located and run this command

java -jar apktool.jar d framework-res.apk

STEP 4 - Open styles.xml and change values

Navigate to res, values, and open styles.xml with your text editor of choice (located at \framework-res\res\values\styles.xml)

Search for "navigationBar". There will be three instances of it. You only have to change the last two. Change "@colorBlack" to "?colorPrimaryDark" and save your changes

STEP 6 - Open colors.xml and change values

Navigate to res, values, and open colors.xml with your text editor of choice (located at \framework-res\res\values\colors.xml)

Open colors.xml and search for "input_method_navigation_guard". Change "ff000000" to "00000000" and save the file. If you don't change this, the navigation bar will turn black when you open the keyboard

STEP 7 - Compile your framework-res.apk

Code:

java -jar apktool.jar b framework-res -c

STEP 8 - Replace old firmware-res.apk with the new one

Copy your new compiled firmware-res.apk in framework-res\dist to your Android Device \Root\System\framework\. It is recommended to backup the default framework.res-apk first

Note: It is recommended to copy it from recovery, but you can also copy it directy via root explorer but your device will restart instantly

I do not take credit for this guide, do thank the op's if you find it useful.

Also is not perfect as a custom integration but it's something.
[Google Pixel Questions & Answers] tiger505:
Howdy all,

So I just received my shiny new, from Google a Pixel 128 but unfortunately the build is the newest NOF27C. I have at the moment a very nice Nexus 6P that is rooted with Pure Nexus. Now that device did have the WiFi hotspot working right out of the box, no root required...but I used an excellent Nexus Root Toolkit and was able to unlock and root with ease and with Pure Nexus and it's a great device, but just too big in my hand after several months of use. So I have the 5" Pixel now that fits me perfect. OK so now the only reason I want to root and get Pure on my Pixel is because of the Hotspot toggle. I use this a lot and am on the Verizon Unlimited Data plan and use about 20 to 30 gb per month. I will not drop down to the new Unlimited plan as it caps out at 10gb for the month and that's it. So my question is as follows. I'm really NOT an advanced tech guy and have used the excellent toolkit's that are available for my devices for years. In this case SkipSoft seems to be great. But after making my donation etc and looking at the device builds NOF27C is not listed. Would anyone know if I use unlock/root for any device with SkipSoft would that work on the latest build from Google for the Pixel? Or has anyone had any luck or ideas about unlocking and rooting the NOF27C build? I read somewhere today that that build is not unlock-able but also someone else says it is so I'm confused.

Big thanks in advance if there is an answer to my present conflict. :confused:

PS: This is a Google Phone not Verizon and I've tried the tricks to make the hotspot work but those are a pain and then they stopped working. Also I want to root my phone.!!!

PS: In doing a little online research I'm finding that NOF27C is for a Rogers device that is Canada...did I get screwed as I'm in Oregon?
[Google Pixel Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
it does not matter with the Google model, the bootloader can be unlocked with all firmware versions
[Huawei P9 Lite Questions & Answers] nitroax:
So i f*CKED up my p9 lite. The original os is L31C02 but a while ago i flashed the L31C432 oeminfo and im been using the B160 version since then, no problems. Yesterday flashed the L21 version of nougat, and when i wanted to come back to MM i wiped data and system with TWRP, and now i cant downgrade using the dload tutorial method ( gives me error ate 48%), tried flash nougat trought revolution recovery, gives me allways error 7. Tried pull the system.img and boot.img using fastboot but it only allows me to use files from nougat, and never boots up... Really i think i tried everything and my phone is dead ..... Any suggestions??? thank you
[Huawei P9 Lite Questions & Answers] Arn2305:
Flash nougat recovery by adb and then force update by the three buttons
[Huawei P9 Lite Questions & Answers] Potato997:
Flash oeminfo then dload b160..
[Huawei P9 Lite Questions & Answers] nitroax:
Already did that and wont work. I revived my phone by putting the UPDATA.APP from nougat on dload folder and directly use 3 buttons installation to flash. IT WORKED
[Miscellaneous Android Development] bjorni:
I have replaced a crashed LCD/glass assembly on my unrooted Z90-7. I chose an assemby with frame included, trying to save time and trouble. This would have been a good move, had I known that the new frame lacked the two tiny flex cables holding microswitches for the volume, power and camera buttons. Once I realized that, I had to remove these cables fixed by adhesives from the edge of the original frame and put them in place on the new frame, all without breaking anything. Unfortunately, in the process, an "invisibly" small amount of too much adhesive tape came under one of the microswitches, making it sit less than a tenth of a mm too high on the frame edge. As a result, when all screws were back and tightened, the volume button was in permanent down position. So, when I powered up, all I saw was a self test menu. It took several cycles of trial and error, before I found out what was happening. I am telling you this, so that you know, that my Z90-7 was started and run in permanent volume-down-position several times. This is as far as I know, the only abnormal operating mode it has been subjected to.

Anyway, when it was all fixed and the Z90-7 could start normally, it turned out that the orientation sensors are way out of calibration and probably also the magnetic ones. The screen rotates to horizontal position when I want it vertical most of the time. I have googled and there are plenty of solutions, like shaking the mobile, turning it over it's three axes for a few times, moving it quickly around in an 8-like path, downloading some sensor testing apps with claimed recalibration capability, etc. All of these solutions have been in response to queries about other brands and models than Lenovo Vibe Shot and none of them have had any effect on my mobile.

So, does anyone have a clue on how to fix this issue on a Vibe Shot? Is it all possible to fix on a mobile that isn´t rooted?
[Xposed General] patbr:
Xposed not installing on Bluestacks ("not yet compatible with Android SDK version 19

"Xposed is not yet compatible with Android SDK version 19 or your processor architecture (armeabi-v7a)"

I'm using Bluestacks 2.0.0.1001 rooted.

I'm in XPrivacy Installer, and when I get to the step to Download/Install Xposed, there's a button I can click which leads to downloading an APK for Xposed, but I get the same message I already mentioned.

Or if I download another version I saw mentioned by SolorWarez (Xposed 2.6.1), and drag it into Bluestacks, I eventually get the same message as well. ""Xposed is not yet compatible with Android SDK version 19 or your processor architecture (armeabi-v7a)""

i.imgur (DOT) com/VzQpasO.png

The Bluestacks is running Android verison: 4.4.2
[Xposed General] patbr:
Anyone know? I'm dying to get this figured out :mad: :crying:
[Xposed General] patbr:
This is driving me insane. Anyone know?
[Xposed General] patbr:
Still haven't figured this out a week later.
[Xposed General] nathan-96:
This is not due bluestacks, but something about android 4.4.

If you http://bfy.tw/1UEn you'll xposed results higest at page. Did you try that? Leads me here, btw:

https://xdaforums.com/xposed/xposed-android-4-4-4-t3249895
[Lenovo A6000/Plus Questions & Answers] amitpandey:
My device is bricked, and It was pre rooted and Twrp recovery install but after installing custom rom in got stuck on boot screen. I was unable to access the twrp so I flashed the twrp using minimal fastboot and tried different version of Twrp but none of them are working, I am not able t touch the options. Plzzz...help.:confused:
[LineageOS Questions & Answers] Crlog:
After I replaced battery and usb port on HTC One M8 weird things started to happen. I turned on ma phone (on LOS 14.1 newst build) and it looked like everything is normal. Only sound of touching screen was not working. So I went to Settings and it crashes. Then I checked other apps. Some where working and some also crashed for Camera or GMAIL. The free RAM was like 10% sometimes even 1% (normaly about 45% was free). Decided to do restore from my latest backup. Still the same issues. Made full clean flash - still the same. I was wondering maybe I did something to mainboard (battery is under it). Then I decided to flash stock rom and.... everything works like a charm (camera, apps, responsive is fast). Once again I flashed LOS after success with stock but still same problem with crashing and slow responsivness.

The battery I used was from m9 (larger capacity with same size).

Any soulutions ?
[Huawei P8 Questions & Answers] MasHruR:
I want to unlock the bootloader of my huawei p8 lite....but everytime I go to the site and guve all the info and submit it.... it sats my huawei id is not signed for more than 14 days.... I used the rootjunky channel method but it didn't work.... I downloaded huawei id app and Hiapp market where it says I have logged in 15 days in a row....stil this problem is happening! can anyone please​ help me! I am stuck with this for almost 4 months :crying:
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] htc fan89:
Hello fellow Canadians ,

Let's get it started , I already have preorder my gs8+ in black from Samsung website. So let's start the discussions on it.

Edit:

As on June 2, only exynos version can be rooted. So do your self a favor and get that model instead
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] terrapin4:
Damn it looks sexy. I didn't realize you could preorder directly from Samsung!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] LinS123:
Technically speaking Samsung Canada contracts out their sales to two different companies. One runs the Samsung Experience stores that have a physical presence in certain malls. Online sales are handed off to Tech Data Canada which is based in Mississauga Ontario.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Pre ordered mine from Telus. Was going to do samsung too until I saw that they are not getting the timely updates one would expect. Unlocked s7/edge is still on Marshmallow. Yuk! Anyway super stoked. Telus might start shipping for as early as the 17th. Fingers crossed! [emoji4]
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] htc fan89:
I might cancel my order from Samsung website and order from koodo. They got the silver one
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Sword Fish:
I won't ever order an unlocked phone again. The Galaxy S7 Edge unlocked phone (G935U) still doesn't have nougat. It just got March security updates and the last ones were December. On top of that, the people that preordered the Gear S3 from Samsung Canada, had to wait over a month from those who ordered from Best Buy.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
That's exactly my point. Samsung couldn't care less about Canada anyway.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] uofaboy:
I wish I could pre-order from my carrier too but I don't want to change my plan and Telus doesn't allow you to just outright pre-order purchase the phone. After my last experience with Tech Data over the Note7 pre-order, I don't feel at all assured that I made the right choice. I remember getting my Note 7 after the release date, even though I pre-ordered it practically within the same hour the window opened!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Sword Fish:
Don't forget to register for the free gear vr! You have to fill out this form for Samsung in order to receive the gift. Fill it out and when you get your phone, register it and Samsung will send your Gear VR. This should be interesting to see who actually gets it.

http://pages.samsung.com/ca/preordergift/English/
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] terrapin4:
I think you can buy outright from Koodo
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] orlans21:
Us gear s3 owners are still waiting for samsung pay to be available but still nothing
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venkat548:
I am still deciding on which one to buy s8 or s8 plus.

Do you think s8+ is going to be too big and awkward to use?

BTW I am using S7 edge and it's perfect
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] htc fan89:
It's just going be taller , probably using the finger print sensor is going be tricky
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
No its not that big...about as tall as a nexus 6p and thinner.

Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6

---------- Post added at 01:13 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:09 PM ----------

Im a little surprised and more than a little annoyed those idiots at samsung are not making the silver and gold versions available at launch here.

God they are stupid and shortsighted. After the huge note 7 fail one would think they would want to sell as many s8's as possible. Which would mean making all colours available.

I pre ordered anyway but will swap it for a sliver or gold exynos version like i did with the note 7 and s7 edge.

Not off to a great start samsung.

Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] htc fan89:
That's weird like if you want silver , koodo has it. But Samsung on their online store don't have it. I really wanted the blue version...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Yeah i checked the koodo website...it says silver but i have s strong feeling its the gray one...i may just call them to see.

Im going to swap it for a exynos anyway once my local seller has them so i guess it doesnt really matter what colour i get but its still a stupid move on Samsungs part
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] htc fan89:
That's going suck if it's not silver. I'm actually curious if exynos will still have the edge in battery life like it did with the sd820. I'm hoping we canadians don't screwed. If not then I know which note8 version im going be getting later this year lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
We got screwed after the S7...

I had both exynos and snapdragon note 7s and the exynos killed it pretty

Much in every way.

Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] chargen2:
anyone know what the model # is for the version Samsung will sell direct? Trying to confirm frequency support for Public Mobile LTE

Will the version sold direct by Samsung have frequency support like the SM-G955F?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] Venkat548:
So there is no way we can get coral blue color version in Canada?

I guess orchid grey is as close as we can get to blue
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] exparanoia:
Anyone get a shipping notification today?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] patthe:
I'm number 42 on a business plan, same thing, no shipment yet :(
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lvds2000:
Nope.

My order number is 17995 at Samsung website.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] urahara12:
Yes. Order 18XXX. Shipped with Purolator Ground while some people yesterday got Purolator Express.:confused: Really regret ordering from Samsung/TechData.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] rsarwar:
Someone on another board with order number 24xxx got shipment .. mine is around 22xxx and still nothing!

Same as you, really regret ordering from Samsung / Tech Data :(
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] exparanoia:
Some people with order# 24xxxx have their orders shipped.

I believe Samsung is not exactly shipping by order # priority.

That and they're probably fulfilling Black S8/S8+ before all, I doubt they have as many Orchid Grey as Black.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] SwagGoat:
S8+ Black, #17XXX. Still nothing... I am so disappointed.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] puck_ya:
I ordered from Samsung and just received my phone, gear vr, and.... speaker dock? I didn't even get a notice that my phone was shipped. Order number was 22xxx.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] lvds2000:
speaker dock:confused:
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] ashwinrajan:
Mine got Delivered Today. Order# 21XXXX from samsung
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] puck_ya:
Samsung's amplifier speaker dock
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] choch69:
Got mine today after the failed delivery attempt yesterday due to no buzzer code. Got the speaker dock as an added free bonus, but I wish they threw in the wireless charge pad or the dex station.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] exparanoia:
Just called Tech Data -- Seems like they're shipping from multiple warehouses, and some of them are out of stock (on certain models).

They changed my shipping warehouse to one that did have stock and should be shipping out tonight.

Weird thing is, I got charged for the full amount on the 17th on my credit card, but they said there was still a credit hold ... Seems weird. If they charge me twice I'm going to do a chargeback.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] urahara12:
if you don't mind me asking. which number did you call.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Guides, News, & Discussion] groaner:
Ordered mine from Samsung.ca on the 17th, Order # 25xxx.

On a whim I called their support (1-855-254-4747) this morning at 10 to ask about an update since the website doesn't offer much in statuses. I was told that It had shipped! I was so excited! They sent me the tracking email that I had still not recieved and when I clicked the Purolator link it stated

Apr 19, 2017	1:59 a.m.	Toronto Sort Ctr/ctr Tri, ON	Delayed in transit due to missed connection

Sigh, So I should get it tomorrow. Still super excited as I figured since I'd ordered so late I'd have to wait for it to arrive some time next week or later.

I had the Note 7, like many of you and had to wish it farewell. I settled for the Pixel which, for me, was a downgrade. Don't get me wrong. It's a great phone and has solid specs but it was nothing compared to the Note 7. Now that the S8+ arrived, and since my son's phone died, I decided to get the phone I had, with a few differences, and hand my pixel off to my spawn.