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[Google Pixel XL Accessories] phermey:
I noticed while shopping for my used XL that a lot of them had definite places where the finish was worn off due to a case. I just bought mine a couple of days ago and am actively hunting for a case, but don't want to buy one that wears off my finish.

So if you have had a case that has done the deed, please post below. Pics too if you are inclined to do so.

If you have had a case for a while that hasn't, please post below.

Thanks.
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] Milkman328:
I bought the Spigen Slim Armor Case and love it. I take this case of at least a couple times a week ( when going out in the town) and have had zero marks of any kind show on the phone. I've had the case on it since day 1 and after 6 months phone still looks new. Here is a link, although when I bought it I paid 12.99 on Amazon.

https://www.spigen.com/products/slim-armor-google-pixel-xl-case?variant=27077912257
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] Alcolawl:
I've rocked a Ringke Fusion case since the week I bought the phone (December 2016) and the phone still looks flawless. It's been dropped onto concrete floors multiple times too, a testament to its protective abilities.
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] fatapia:
I used a Spigen Rugged Armor case for the Pixel XL, I lost an inch paint on the left side starting from 1.5" from the bottom to the center. I didnt take the case off for a while and noticed the issue after using it for a week or two. I still use the case and while the paint loss isn't that bad, it's sure noticeable.

https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Rugge...rd_wg=8bx10&psc=1&refRID=7YRW6QY382GCG2N67DQC
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] spleenandcigars:
I'm using Case-Mate Wallet case and no regrets since I've brought it.

https://www.amazon.com/Case-Mate-Wa...1494043899&sr=1-1&keywords=case+mate+pixel+xl

I've used some others in the past that the card slot wore off quite fast, but the only flaw in this one is not having a magnetic "lock".
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] sb1893:
I also use the Spigen Rugged Armour case and I have had a very different experience. I've had the phone and case since December and have used that case exclusively on my Pixel XL. I rarely remove the case (maybe once a month) and there is no damage at all to the phone or its finish. Looks practically out of the box new.
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] fatapia:
besides that loss of paint on the edge, it has looked brand new. I tried talking with google about this as a QC issue but they were so unhelpful. thanks for confirming for me that it was my phone and not the case :crying: lol
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] neverstopdroiding:
How about lining the case with something to ensure this doesn't happen? I've escaped so far but I feel like this may be an issue with the Pixel more than the cases so maybe we should protect ourselves anyway.
[Google Pixel XL Accessories] C5Longhorn:
I've always thought the best way to deal with this is either to apply a skin or tape around the edges and friction points. The problem is several cases don't fit well with a skin applied first.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] finaLe_:
Hi Guys

So this is the first time I'm on here and need advise on how and where to start. I have a HTC One M8 and what I'm trying to do is the following:

- Re-install the OS as it's starting to have some weird performance issues.

- Install some sort of custom ROM if needed to get rid of the built in HTC apps that I dont need. (HTC Sense; Facebook/twitter apps; etc)

- Make a backup incase I brick this phone and need to revive it

Also, if someone can explain the benefits of Rooting my phone. I get the basic concept of administrative access to install and edit stuff, but could you give me an example of how to use this? Or maybe how you have used the root function for yourself.

I do IT as my job so I get most of the basic stuff but would like to start using my phone a bit more than the casual user.

Thanks in advance.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] smeejaytee:
Man my best advice is hit the general section and read read read then when you've done that read some more, there is so much you can do with root it would take all day to give you a good answer mate
[Wileyfox Swift] ScareBall:
I'm trying to be helpful to someone and failing :o. I've not seen this issue before.

I have a WileyFox Swift that has been unlocked and has TWRP as custom recovery. Internal storage has an installation zip in it so looks like an attempt has been made to flash it. Can't Restore, not sure if a Backup was done. When powered-on it jumps straight to bootloader - fastboot mode. (Start/Power off/Recovery mode/Restart bootloader). Options all work as expected except Start which goes back to bootloader. I can also connect to the handset via usb and receive a response to 'fastboot devices' and other commands.

From TWRP I have installed Lineage nightly rom and the installation has completed successfully. Same for Gapps but the reboot option jumps straight back to bootloader (no sign of a system splash screen). A 'Fastboot continue' command at this point causes a flickering recovery splash screen and then back into bootloader again. I've been in bootloops before but usually a step further on than this. Anybody seen this before - am I missing something obvious?
[Wileyfox Swift] hamzah93:
Hi

Method 1

-if u want to install lineage os

install lineage and reboot it without installing gapps after that install gapps . Hope it works

Method 2

- if method 1 doesn't work for you you need to download and install stock rom for wileyfox swift by adb (fastboot)

See ya
[Wileyfox Swift] ScareBall:
Thanks for the reply. The problem with finding a stock rom is that the Swift shipped with Cyanogen OS 12 (not CyanogenMod). Cyanogen is no more and all links to their website have gone so it's hard to track them down.

I removed the battery from my Swift earlier today and forgot about it for about one hour- I think this has made the difference as I flashed a CyanogenMod 14 rom, rebooted to system and it worked :good:. Went back and flashed Gapps and it worked again :good:. I have an older OS than I want but am fine for the moment.
[Wileyfox Swift] hamzah93:
Good for you
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] BornAgainAndroid:
Is there anyway to contact their executive response or a US team fot help?

Long story short I did the $99 promotion for both my phones, on Monday I got an email stating that they were both canceled with no explanation as to why, but when I called I was told that I was still pending fulfillment (bull). So today I got another email saying that my order was cancelled, again, no explanation. So I called and I was told that they were both canceled, and the rep can't figure out why or what happened. He said he also can't re order the bundle, I asked if it was possible to just get the headsets at least and he said no. I've gotten a run around the past three days as to why my order was cancelled, and no explanation. So if anyone has any ideas on how to push this further up that would be great. I registered on the 19th, paid on the 20th and was in limbo till Monday when I got the email saying it was canceled.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] sparky2029:
They have the worst customer service ever. I filled out for the promotion for just the free one and I never got anything back so I ended up calling and they put me down for the $99 bundle which they are now sold out of and won't let me switch to the free one. And plus you have to wait 2+ hours just to get a hold of anyone.. So I hope someone can chime in on how to reach a higher person there
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] BornAgainAndroid:
Yeah, it has been a huge pain to get this figured out.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] grneyez:
Well, got my email yesterday on the free giveaway, 4-6 weeks till it arrives hopefully.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] RCDheliracer:
I got the email approving my $99 bundle last night and everything went through when I followed the link to order. Hoping I actually get something in the mail, lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8 Questions and Answers] rkennison:
I got the free one and the 99 $ one.... I signed up for the 99$, got an email to order the free one instead. I called, they put me down for the 99$ one again and I got the email and completed the order. The next day, they shipped me the free one..... And 3 weeks later, the 99$ one shows up on my doorstep. They really screwed this up...... I didn't ask for nor want two of the VR headsets, but I got them anyway.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
I originally ordered and used the S8+ on T-Mobile. I wasn't happy with the service, returned the device after using it for a week and a half and went back to Verizon and i'm noticing differences between the 2 different carrier phone model (which i expected to see).

The S8+ on T-Mobile allowed me send SMS messages (using the native Samsung Message app) that were as long as i wanted and they did not get broken up. On my new Verizon S8+ all incoming and outgoing messages are cut up and sent individually. On the T-Mobile version, there were settings in the Message app to change the different SMS settings and coding and that are missing on the Verizon model. I even enabled and used the terrible Verizon Messages app to see if i could make changes there, but there were no options there either.

Does anyone know how this can be fixed, or better yet, if it CAN be fixed? It's kind of frustrating. And Google provided no help except threads like this that were started and never completed with an answer.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] -Alan:
Welcome to Verizon wireless
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Smithfolk4:
You could try a different texting app. I use Textra and it gives you some options for split SMS. It may or may not solve your issue.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
Yeah i'm noticing all of the nice little quirks now :eek:

The thing is i had them before for a few years and had the S5, S6 and iPhones, but i never had this problem with any of them. "Superior" network with annoying compromises.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
I'll give that one a try. I switched to Android Messages and i think it's solved, haven't gotten to test it too much with non-iPhone users.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] ScottBroker:
I love Textra but not working for me. I have the Verizon S8+ on Tmobile. Can only get stock and the Verizon Messaging app to work. Textra does not work for me at all, especiaally sending photos.....
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Smithfolk4:
That sucks. I know that SMS and MMS can be tricky. May have something to do with carriers. I have had to mess around with using different ones in different situations. I was using Chomp for a while with good results, but had to swap to Textra which has been doing well for me for my last 2 phones. Using Verizon on Verizon.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
I've been using it for 2 days now and i love the app, but it still doesn't fix my issues unfortunately. Still receiving a bunch of mixed up messages
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] tvprocks:
I am not having that issue. When someone send me a long message, it actually turn into an mms and I'm seeing it as 1 long message.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Sim-X:
I also don't like the Verizon app, I want to use the native app. My native app works but the latest update wakes the screen on incoming SMS every single time no way to shut off. Very annoying, stuck using Verizon app for now as well. Have posted a thread here about that https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s8+/help/screen-wake-incoming-sms-verizon-s8-t3594258 Also have opened a ticket with Samsung about that issued and Verizon community. Will see if it gets fixed with OTA patch. I have seen this before on beta builds on S7 edge, very annoying.

Also noticed they locked out the engineering menu, I mean come on Verizon. While I like the network way way way better than Sprint, this thing is locked and locked again.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] baune7:
I have been using the Android Messages app for a couple months now on my HTC M9. Just got this S8+ about a week ago. Hate the Samsung messages app. No individualized options for each person. The Verizon SMS app... well, it's the Verizon app, enough said. I have really liked the Android Messages on this now. No problems with sending short or long texts, or sending media. Seems to work the best out of all i've seen with the most options or features.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] bajasur:
Does anyone know if Verizon killed RCS messaging features in the stock Samsung messages app? I'm not getting read receipts, typing notifications etc
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
I don't think Verizon supports RCS messaging, last i read they had no plans to implement it. Also, i don't remember Samsung having support for it either. I could be wrong, but that's what i remember.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] Cruzan2:
Those options only work in the Verizon messaging app, it may only be limited to others also using the Verizon messaging app to message you, maybe someone can test it to verify. But I can indeed verify typing notifications and read receipts do working in the Verizon messaging app.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] bajasur:
What's crazy is the other carriers support RCS messaging.... Like tmobile
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] SimplyNando:
AT&T does as well, but it's limited to within the carrier. Same for T-Mobile. And Verizon has it in their Messages+ app (which sucks).
[Google Chromecast] byronthepirate:
I have a screen in my truck that has HDMI input...i used to use mhl adapter to watch kodi tv on long trips. After upgrading phones. Mhl no longer works. So I bought a Chromecast for my truck. Is there a way I can use my chromecast....im guessing V3 without wifi so I can stream kodi(localcast) from my phone on trips?
[Google Chromecast] mrtouchy:
I'd like to know too. I'm the exact same situation. Not sure if I need a custom Rom or what.
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
Chromecast requires internet....No matter what you want to do!
[Google Chromecast] byronthepirate:
Is there a different device I could use to accomplish what I'm trying to do? Just a simple cast device?
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
Well I think you are on the right track with Kodi...It can be installed on a FireTV stick (or box) with a remote that doesn't require a wireless router to control the unit.

The FireTV Box is better than the stick as it has a USB port to allow you to plug in a Hard Drive that holds your media. I believe Localcast works on the FireTV system.

Or you could get an Android box, load localcast onto that unit and your phone should be able to send streams to it also.

Chromecast is just too dependent on Internet and WiFi to be a useful device in Mobile Situations without Mobile Data Router installed in the Vehicle. That is why I added a Verizon WiFi Puck to my account which fits in a Pocket and gives me WiFi Internet no matter where I am as long as there is a Cell Tower around. Now that they have Unlimited Service again it really is worth investing in.
[Google Chromecast] byronthepirate:
Will local cast work without wifi? If so I'm about to order a firestick.
[Google Chromecast] Asphyx:
I never use Localcast as I refuse to store any content on my phone...

I suspect it needs some WiFi to connect to the device. But maybe not Internet.
[Google Chromecast] bunklung:
Well, there is a bug (assigned and scheduled for a fix) in Google Play Services that breaks being able to cast and use hotspot on the same device. You can use an old version of Play Services if you are rooted. Otherwise you need two devices.

Having said that, I have unlimited data, but I have found that you can use your hotspot so the Chromecast works, but then use Plex to stream locally synced content. This way you don't use your cell data plan.

I actually use a Chomecast Audio in my car since it's way better sounding than Bluetooth for music. So I am all for unconventional means :)

If you have no intention of storing movies on your phone, you could Plex sync the content to an Android tablet then stream from there. Or you can run a mini Plex server on a PI and cast it to your Chromecast in your car without using data. The only time the internet would be used is when the Chromecast wants to update it's firmware.

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As for Localcast, you can store the data on anything that is DLNA compliant machine/box in your car or SMB share (like a PI box), then just fling it to your Chromecast.
[MeMO Pad 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dasharko:
Can it be done? Is it even possible?
[MeMO Pad 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skyrimus:
Really? We want a normal bootable custom ROM, but not Nougat. At least we need to first run Cyanogen Mod 12.0
[MeMO Pad 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ruben Craveiro:
[MENTION=6833678]lambdadroid[/MENTION] just made LineageOS 14.1 (android 7.1.2) for our device, it is glitchy tho
[Networking] Bibuso:
Hi Everyone

I use an i-trip to connect my Ipod to my car's FM. Is there any way of connecting my XDA 11i to FM using the Wifi connection? I am thinking of a box of tricks like the itrip but instead of plugging into the headphone socket the 'box of tricks' receives the info from the XDA via wifi and transmits FM to the car radio thus negating the need for any wires from th XDA

Anyone any ideas?

Barry
[Networking] Rudegar:
fm radio are analog signals based around 87.5 to 108.0 MHz

wifi are digital signals based around 2.4Ghz

so something needs to recieve the fm signal and stream it for the wifi of the device to recieve it

dont know if such an device myself though
[Networking] The Jell:
Not exactly...

I ran across a device on the MCM Electronics website whichwould let you connect bluetooth audio transmissions, and would transmit them on different FM stations. Plugged into the ciggarette lighter, I believe. Had a device which could plug into home stereo using A/V jacks also. Be pretty cool to be able to play mp3s in the car with no wires! I'm going to order one of each!
[Xiaomi Mi MIX Accessories] thklinge:
Phone slid of desk (damn slippery thing) and cracked the rear glass. Where can I get a new one?
[Xiaomi Mi MIX Accessories] alvinosj:
I've gotten mine from Taobao..
[Xiaomi Mi MIX Accessories] thklinge:
Good tip, but the page is a nightmare to navigate. Do you have a link?
[Xiaomi Mi MIX Accessories] chrislee:
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[Xiaomi Mi MIX Accessories] thklinge:
That link led to this? Not really what I was looking for..
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge] sammy518:
2 years ago I rooted my Galaxy S6 Edge and have really enjoyed it. With 2 jobs and home life I just don't have time to mess around anymore (Firmware, flashing etc....) It has come time for a new phone and I need help un-rooting it and putting it back to stock so I can return the leased phone. I have been out of the rooting/flashing game for 2 years now and need help. Can someone please help me get my phone back to stock so I can return it and get the Galaxy S8. Thank you in advance guys!!!

Android 5.0.2

Software G925PVPU1AOE2

Model SM-G925P
[ZTE Axon 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] bluestudy:
Not trying to take any traffic away from XDA, but know that there's sometimes a difference between a forum and a chat based system. Ex; time it takes to get a response, and having real time support when there's a problem, so I thought I'd share a link to this group. If I'm wrong in doing so, someone let me know, and I'll delete.

Join the conversation on Hangouts: https://hangouts.google.com/group/0yQkZiysJyacRnSk2
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ubaldo1:
A year ago I bought this tablet QJO Q7, the problem is that the wifi disconnects every 10 mins, the battery runs out exaggeratedly fast (less than two hours) and there is no option to activate bluetooth. Is there a custom rom that I can use for this device?

Model: Q7

Brand: QJO

Device: K86vL

Manufacturer: rockchip

Hardware: rk30board

Platform: rk3026

CPU: 2x ARM Cortex-A9 @ 1008 MHz

Android 4.4.2 kitkat

I've searched on google already, but my time and my lack of knowledge in roms make it impossible for me to solve this.

thanks in advance.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions & Answers] simplicityy:
I've lost all hope for this phone. I refuse to use it stock as I use many rooted apps. Additionally, when I am rooted, my phone behaves like an ancient, laggy cellphone that takes 5-10 seconds to respond for every action. I've followed all instructions and tweaks, but this phone is helpless. It's safe to say I'm ditching the Samsung train, but I'm really unsure about what phones out there can really compete. I use my phone for music a lot, and I do use ViPER4Android as well, though I use headphones, so speakers aren't necessary. What I'm really looking for is a phone that is root/custom ROM friendly and is snappy and buttery. Aesthetically pleasing would be nice, but it's something I can forgo since I use cases anyway. Suggestions? Thanks.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions & Answers] Boobteg4642:
Although after rooting my S7, I did not experience these problems, nexus seems to be more compatible with rooting than the U.S. variant of the S7. It sucks the U.S. S7 can't flash a custom recovery/rom. I know from first hand experience it can be frustrating. Might want to check out a nexus phone and here is the Nexus toolkit for rooting:

http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/
[General Questions and Answers] MykieMedjool:
for a buddy of mine, he needs 10 rooted android phones for a project i can't really talk about atm.. just looking for cheap less then 60 bucks each would be nice .. we tried the Galaxy On5 but had no luck with the "simple mobile" variant using king root and saying it worked but them freezing and not having root after restart

needs to be android 4.3 at least .. and new ones that come with a month of service would be best
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Try finding some of the older nexus devices that have newer android versions on them, they are easily rooted and modified.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sammy518:
2 years ago I rooted my Galaxy S6 Edge and have really enjoyed it. With 2 jobs and home life I just don't have time to mess around anymore (Firmware, flashing etc....) It has come time for a new phone and I need help un-rooting it and putting it back to stock so I can return the leased phone. I have been out of the rooting/flashing game for 2 years now and need help. Can someone please help me get my phone back to stock so I can return it and get the Galaxy S8. Thank you in advance guys!!!

Android 5.0.2

Software G925PVPU1AOE2

Model SM-G925P:crying::crying::crying:
[Galaxy S6 Edge Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] YehezkielLee:
You can open SuperSU and click unroot and flash stock firmware with odin.
[Other SmartWatches] mnw0610:
I am getting a 'No service' after I put the SIM card into my DZ09 smartwatch.

Is there any way I can get around this?

Does the watch work only with 2G network?