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[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) Questions & Answe] DanieleCaminiti:
With That Theme Calendar is bug http://imgur.com/C1PGJOw
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) Questions & Answe] masdacheri:
Try other just icon theme..
[Samsung Galaxy A3, A5, A7 (2017) Questions & Answe] masdacheri:
S8 icon themes but not live calendar n clock icon

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s7/themes/dreamux-theme-iconpack-s8-theme-t3573139/page21
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] VonDrake2:
I would like to replace my Verizon flip phone with the LG G5.

Don't try to talk me out of it, I like the wide-angle camera and the native 16:9 camera sensor.

I also like the idea of getting my hands on one for under $300.

And yet I am very aware that over time this phone can develop problems with Wi-Fi, GPS, camera focusing, etc.

SO, my question is > What is the best way to get a deal on the LG G5 that will allow me to replace it or send it back to LG

for repair under warranty in case any major problems pop up during the next year or two?

Some background: I am on a Verizon unlimited plan with four lines (1 iPhone, 2 flip phones, and 1 tablet).

All devices are paid off, so no particular commitment to stay with Verizon, although it would be easier

not to have to replace each device if we moved over to T-Mobile (second choice).

The best deal I've seen was last month from Best Buy ($5 month/24 months - $120 total). I missed that,

so I keep checking Best Buy's site, hoping that same deal will be repeated. At the moment they list the Verizon LG G5

at $15/month, which is a better deal than Verizon themselves, who list it at $20/month.

>> Does getting a potentially troubled phone from a carrier offer more protection for replacement or repair

over buying one from Best Buy, Amazon, or even Swappa, or will LG's warranty be just as good from any of these options?

Just trying to get the best deal and protection on a new LG G5. Any thoughts?
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] jeffsga88:
First of all, overall the LG g5 is actually a good phone. Yes, there can be some issues, but overall if you get a decent one you'll be happy. Now, are you looking to be able to root and / or use custom ROMs? If so either get the T-Mobile h830 and switch to T-Mobile as it had root and custom ROMs available or the RS988 from b&h photo as it works on Verizon (just pop in an already activated Verizon sim card and it works without issues) if you're wanting to stay on Verizon and get root (only root is available currently for rs988). Also, b&h photo has a really decent warranty they they offer when you buy from them. Other benefit of RS988 is that if you decide to change to T-MOBILE​ or at&t at a later time, you can do that as it has the correct bands for all 3 carries. If you don't care about root / custom ROMs and are 100% sure you want to stay on Verizon you could go with Verizon itself although you would want to get insurance and that's a monthly charge and big deductible and you'll only get a refurbished version of they can't fix it instead of paying a one time fee for warranty and much smaller deductible with b&h. So, will depend on what you're truly looking for. I had the RS988 and used it on Verizon and T-MOBILE without any issues although I returned it as I really needed root and custom ROMs and at the time it wasn't possible except on international h850 and T-Mobile h830, so I got the T-Mobile version. Oh and other thing, as far as warranty goes, it's the same no matter if you go through Verizon, T-MOBILE, b&h or best buy as warranty is from LG for 1 year. Hopefully this helps :)
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] VonDrake2:
Thanks jeffsga88 for all that info. It sounds like it's better to rely on LG's free year-long warranty

rather then paying a carrier an extra insurance fee.

Is it correct that if I got a used phone on Swappa, the warranty would only be good for a year from

when the phone was originally purchased?

For the LG G5, I am not particularly interested in rooting. I am fully aware that this is a rooting site,

but it seems people on XDA forums really know their stuff, which is why I'm seeking out help here.

I am mostly interested in getting a model that will work with Verizon here in the US,

and also work in Western Europe on their GSM network. T-Mobile works with GSM,

so no problem there, which I why I might consider switching.

However, my research shows that even an LG G5 Verizon CDMA model should work on

European GSM networks. I hope this is correct.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] jeffsga88:
No problem. If you buy off of swappa, you'll most likely not have warranty for two reasons. Number one is because the warranty is most likely past and number two is for warranty you need original proof of purchase which you probably won't get. I recommend getting from Best buy or b&h. As far as being able to use all the networks, I'd say you're better off getting the RS988 from b&h photo. It will have coverage on all the bands and will have a brand new 1 year warranty plus you could buy a warranty for $50 / 1 year or $80 / 2 year one time fee when you buy it and it covers spills and drops :) Oh, and you don't pay sales tax when you buy from them :)

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1239314-REG/lg_lgrs988_ausasv_g5_h850_32gb_smartphone.html

See attached screenshot for the bands this version has.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] VonDrake2:
Thanks again jeffsga88 - that B&H RS988 model seems like the one to get.

At the moment B&H's price is $399. I might wait until the price gets closer to $299.

Don't know if this sounds crazy or not, it's just that I know there's that $120 Best Buy deal out there,

(or was out there), so a lower price seems preferable.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] jeffsga88:
Yeah, the price will drop eventually. Not sure how long it will take but it will eventually drop. Was checking best buy and they have the rs988 too for $375 with a free battery and charging dock, but even at $375 it will be more then b&h with tax. If you're ok waiting a couple months I'd guess price will drop. Especially as more flagships come out this year and as LG gets closer to V30 release time.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-g5-4g-lte-with-32gb-memory-cell-phone-unlocked-silver/5199300.p?skuId=5199300#bonus-content

Edit: Also on b&h photo you can buy used for $249.95 with no tax. They say it won't be under manufacturer warranty but is covered by their warranty. You would need to email their support to get more details on what is covered and how long as I don't know. Here's the link for used one:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/801549589-USE/lg_lgrs988_ausatn_g5_rs988_32gb_smartphone.html
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] VonDrake2:
I'll wait as long as I can, which may not be very long.

However, according to comments on the B&H and Amazon pages, this unlocked model RS988 won't work with Verizon Wi-Fi calling,

which I suppose I could live without. Just hoping it works with European GSM networks.

It's seems my best choices are either this LG G5 RS988, or waiting to see if that $5/month Best Buy deal comes up again.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] jeffsga88:
It may or may not, I never tested it while I had it ;) As far as compatibility with EU GSM networks just Google search what network bands they use and check against the screenshot I posted earlier.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] patrick73csun:
I just picked up a used AT&T g5 unlocked for $230.oo. I love it.
[LG G5 Questions & Answers] VonDrake2:
:highfive:

That's good to hear Patrick - it gives one confidence in the LG G5 - Thanks!
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] bgibson72:
I'm on the LS997 and getting hammered with notifications about the ZV6 update. My question is, has anyone been able to circumvent the update by hiding the notification? It sounds like it's going to be awhile before ROMs will be updated with ZV6, and I'm gonna lose my $hit with this notification until then. I've tried to disable system updates via the developer options, and freezing the services in Titanium Backup isn't doing anything either. Am I missing something??? :confused:
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] fogame:
I personally blocked the notification.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Team DevDigitel:
use a app like titanium backup and freeze the update apks in system.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] bgibson72:
Ah yes, I forgot all about that setting! Thanks, man!!
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] Jason Syn:
i'm hoping there's a way to close all the open apps whenever the screen turns off or when i hit the power button to manually turn off the screen. Anyone know if this is possible?
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] kareeem:
Very nice idea, i'd like to know if this is possible to.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] yogesh1970:
Use test point
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] JoseRT5:
Thank you for the reply... Is there any solution without dismount the device?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] asakurato:
So, is there no fastboot also?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] yogesh1970:
Ya i have tried a lot but no other mathod will work except test point. Its is simpler but voids the warrenty
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] BlueJeans:
Try using a newer version of miflash tool. It should work.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] mark6iL:
Use miflash beta. It should worked.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] mujumj:
from the error logs, it looks like, it is still not able to contact the device for writing/flashing.

As suggested here by others. did you try with the MiFlash latest beta.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] palbadi:
Have you tried test pin method?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] JoseRT5:
Error :crying:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] JoseRT5:
I didnt try it. i dont wanna lose the warranty but i wanna fix it myself because send the phone to china and get it back would cost me a lot of time
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] BlueJeans:
Use this version of miflash tool. From what I can guess, if I were you I would have tried it on another pc (just to make sure some other application isn't using the same port that is needed by miflash tool).
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] JoseRT5:
Thank you, but now i get this error..
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] mujumj:
Are you Able to see your device?.

Is it the same error you are getting?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] RK_D2502:
Yikes. Bummer I had to go through 900e and sahara error about a month ago. I was at 8.0.1.0 LHOCNDG when I acquired my RN3 Kenzo. To cut the long story short, I decided to switch to Global 8.1.6.0 MHOMIDIL (Fastboot Rom Version). Everything was prepped up the suddenly got Sahara error then the dreaded 900e diagnostics driver. Pffft.

I literally had no access to fastboot and recovery.

Anyway, here's what I did.

1. Uninstall the incorrect MiFlash tool version (not the 6.8.30) Ran CCleaner and fix those cache and registry leftovers.

2. Connect RN3 with standard usb data cable (non deep flash)

3. Go to Device Manager. Com and Ports. Uninstall 900e or 9008

4. Disconnect RN3

5. Disable Driver Signature Enforcement, Reboot.

6. Install MIflash tool beta ( i used the beta 32bit version 6.8.30). Reboot if need be.

7. Press and hold Volume + and connect to RN3 with standard data cable. Check Device Manager COM&LPT. Let it detect as QHSUSB_Bulk

8. Disconnect usb on both ends (pc and kenzo)

9. Prepare a Paper clip or Wire Copper that will serve as Jumper for the Green and Black wires of you Deep flash cable.

10. Connect Green and Black wires via jumper. Then..

11. Connect to Kenzo

12. Connect to PC

13. Wait for driver detection, QHSUSB_Bulk to 9008

14. Once you have 9008 Com10 or Com20, **Diconnect jumper**

15. Open up Flashtool. Open ROM path, Refresh. If it's detected, Select clean all. Then flash. Should take about 10 to 20 minutes.

Relief when I saw MI Logo, system initializing, then my home screen. .Whew. successfully flash 8.1.6.0 MHOMIDI.

I had all the problems and issues you mentioned here. Catastrophic Error message prompt, sahara read error, 900e Diagnostics driver....

Goodluck!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] RK_D2502:
In over simplification, you need to install Qualcomm HS-Loader 9008 over the QHSUSB_Bulk. Don't forget to take out the Green and Black jumper wires once the 9008 is in place and before flashing. You'd get those read/write errors if the jumper isn't taken out.

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I presume you are still in EDL mode.

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Also, if you are still using Lollipop roms, you can use MiPhone manager. It will download the latest version and flash it. My bootloader was still locked when I had to go throug this ordeal. Goodluck.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Questions & Answers] JoseRT5:
I got the same error my friend...
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bluinitro:
Hello XDA,

I have reviewed everything that is out there on the internet and have not been able to resolve my issue.

I have LG G3 Rogers version, unlocked, never rooted. It used to work fine before. I started noticing my Youtube videos from the app stopped playing giving an error message (Error code is different every time) Youtube videos from the browser play but without sound, Instagram videos/live streams/stories (anything that has sound; IG videos with no sound when posted by the user works fine) stopped playing, spotify wouldn't play music but the timer of the track would keep going. This is with headphones, without headphones. Doesn't matter. Then when I restart my phone, the issue is completely fixed, for some time until it starts again. The way I know it will mess up is my pattern unlock sound goes out first. Then my lock sound and eventually certain key taps are not recognized. But again, when I restart the phone, everything is fine. I use Action Launcher 3, I've tried without it. I have factory reset my phone and I am running Marshmallow.

Any ideas? Much appreciated.

Thank you.
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AzwolfeD:
Re:

If you have been using it for more than three years in a row, The android version wears out... (gets old)...

you might have to check for system updates or (in rare cases (or) you cannot tolerate kinda case) you can flash another rom on your LG G3.

Android ROMs give you a better battery life (which also eventually wears out after three years of usage) and better performance...
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bluinitro:
Hello,

I got a new battery about 6 months ago so not so worried about that part. Is there any to troubleshoot and deduce what could be causing this issue?
[G3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bluinitro:
Hello,

Quick update: I have not had any issues with the phone for about 2-3 days now. I had pattern unlock set on my device with rain dew drops as the dots. Since I've removed the dew drops, this issues has stopped. Currently I have knock code set on as screen lock. I will now try pattern unlock again, but with basic dots only to see if this occurs again. Keep you posted.
[Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] deadrats:
I am trying to recover the contacts from a Note 4 (SM-N910F). The screen is completely broken, and neither touch nor display works.

I don't want to use the dr.fone toolkit because I don't want to spend $55 for a program I will use once, and the "Evaluate" Trial feature doesn't seem to work. It was my first attempt at Contact recovery. It successfully picked up all my 880 contacts. Of course, I couldn't copy them over. However, the application managed to put the phone in an ADB ready state, so I pulled the /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/ and tried opening the contacts2.db in a sqlite3 viewer. But there was only one contact inside. (The file size is 2.07MB.)

How can I copy the contacts with ADB without dr.fone?

Edit: Followed this guide, very helpful and easy to follow: https://xdaforums.com/android/general/guide-extract-contacts-sms-call-logs-t3259144
[X 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] almano13:
Hello, I was looking for hours to solve this problem but no luck. It is NOT a Verzion phone. Its a European version XT1092 and I have no internet access while I am on the phone talking. Its a big issue for me, because I am on the road all the time in my car and when customers calling I have to look up their account while I am talking on the speakerphone. It was no problem with my 1st generation Moto X. This new one is a step back looks like on this task.

Is there a way to get around this? It's annoying me a lot. I love this phone but I need to get a rid of it if this thing cant be fixed.

I have the Android 6.0 already.

Please help.

Thank You.
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
So I'm in the army right now, which means there's a TV but no WiFi available.

I did think of just setting up a Hotspot with another phone but it gets pretty annoying having to have 2 people at all time.

So I went digging in the Internet and found someone at a random forum (can't find it now for credit..), that said that If you set up the Hotspot in your own phone and configure it with another one you don't need the other one around anymore - being the Hotspot works as being connected to it.

Now I'm pretty sure there shouldn't be any reason I couldn't set it up on my own phone (the hotspot), except the Google home app just demands I connect to the WiFi network, which I can't do because you can't connect to yourself sadly.

I think if someone made some changes to the Google home app, or made an alternative set up app it could work. I have no idea how to code an app, so I came here ?

tl:dr I Want an app that does the same as the home app for setting chromecast up, but without checking if I'm connected to a WiFi network. (I think)
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
I'm guessing that you have no WiFi but you do have a hard line internet connection?

The only issue with what I'm going to suggest is that base rules may prohibit creating a WiFi access point on any of their hardline connections.

But the best solution for you is to buy a Portable Router (see posts here about using CCast in a Hotel).

It's a small box about the size of a DC transformer that plugs into the outlet and also any Network to create a small footprint WiFi access point.

I suggest looking for a model that also has Repeater mode that allows it to connect to another WiFi access point to create your own private network as opposed to a hard line.

It is probably the best way to use a CCast in places where WiFi is not available without having to play with Phone Hotspot which doesn't always work due to the fact the hotspot can't control the CCast in that mode.

The other Option that is most likely to be allowed is to add a WiFi puck to your Mobile account. Then there would be no potential compromising of the Military network (which is why they might not allow the Portable Router to be used) and you would no longer need two phones to run the CCast.

CCast definitely needs Internet so that Puck might be the safest and best way forward for you.

As for what you read...The issue is that if the Phone goes out of range it stops working.
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
Actually, no Internet at all, just mobile data, but since I got 15 gigs it's OK for me to use it.
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
Then I suggest getting the WiFi puck and adding it to your data account.
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
To be honest, it is a good idea but my I was mainly wondering if I could solve it via software which is both easier obviously and also I just wanted to know if it's actually possible since I thought of it and I wanna know if I got it right :p
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
Not really...All the hacks and such that people try simply don't work well due to the fact that the Phone can't really connect to the same subnet as the Hotspot. When you go into Hotspot mode you can't also connect to that hotspot internally because WiFi is no longer available to the phone.
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
That's why i suggested tempering with the app so it treats being a Hotspot as if u were with WiFi on connected to one.

Basically take off the check for being connected to WiFi.
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
The issue isn't the app...It's the fact that the WiFi in your phone can only do one thing at a time....BE an Access Point or CONNECT to an access point.

It can't connect to itself as the radio can't do both things at once.

So when you go into hotspot there is no way to get on the same subnet as the hotspot with the phone.

Because there is no network adapter available to connect to it. It is too busy being an access point.

Basically going into hotspot turns the Phone into a router. A router the phone has no way to connect to. So you either need another device to connect to that phone router or find some other router with internet.

Which is what the Cellular Puck will give you.
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
Like I said, once the setup is done, being the Hotspot is just like being connected to is. The app still doesn't recognize you're connected but if you're on the web the chromecast icon does pop up when needed, all the third party apps do recognize you as being connected.
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
All you managed to do with Google Home (which can't be edited by anyone but Google)on the second phone is connect your CCast to the Phone Hotspot for it's Internet. There is no way to avoid that setup....HOWEVER...

As long as you don't set it up to connect to some other Hotspot there is no need to run Home again, Just turn on Hotspot and it should reconnect.

It will even remember the password,
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
Accidental post
[Google Chromecast] exeLz:
Yea I know, but sometimes friends take it or something and it's a pain in the ass to explain everything, and even when I do it means I gotta reconnect at my end again which is annoying :p just thought someone could maybe find a solution that sounded really simple for me, guess not, too bad..

Thanks anyway!
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
Well trying to recode Home is a dead end....Android wouldn't even let you install it!

You guys should just chip in and buy the puck.

It will even let you use Tablets and Laptops as well as simplify the CCast use.
[Google Chromecast] cityneversleepz:
I know this is an older post; not sure if you are still interested. I read all the replies and not sure what to make of it as far as if anyone had a working solution or not. No disrespect to anyone, but I couldn't tell for sure so I'm posting a link to my solution which does work. The two important steps are included. One is using " other wifi" in the drop down list when searching for your hotspot. The second is enabling GUEST MODE.

https://xdaforums.com/android/help/how-to-cast-screen-android-phone-to-t4032653