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[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] fonix232:
Probably not. I mainly bought it in hopes of custom ROMs (and maybe even running pure Linux on it), or Linux on Dex support (even if rooting is needed). Sadly neither panned out, and we're left with a device that is amazing all around on a hardware level, but is limited by the OS.

I really wish someone picked up native Linux development on it, even a barebones Linux distro support would be awesome (though I'm quite partial to Debian/Ubuntu).
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] studylinux:
Agree. I'm probably going to sell mine. Sad because the hardware build is pretty awesome. Just bought a s6 lite to mod.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sora94:
I bought it with the same premise, I was almost sure we will have Linux on dex, and they just abandoned the project.

It's really sad tbh, the machine is great though spec wise but I'll certainly won't give in on premises when I'll upgrade.

Most likely a windows hybrid machine for me so I can have Linux too or an iPad.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
As I see it, our tab s6 LTE is the last tab this size with such excellent HW. Tab S8 doesn't even have an AMOLED screen. S8 ultra is definitely to big for how I use it with one hand ... .

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[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] TiTiB:
Yes. Even rooted it's a PIA to (kinda) constrain Samsung & Google apps.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] DaveImagery:
Overall it's been a pretty good tablet. I must say I'm surprised at the lack of community development for it. I do tire of the warnings when utilizing full brightness and loudest audio. Not buying the new one, way too big. I'll hold out for a bit, and see what else comes out.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
+1 ! And we might even get android 13 :-)

m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] risingfish:
At the time I bought my Tab S6 it was the only high-end Android tablet on the market, so I feel like I didn't have a choice. I've never like liked Samsung's UIs, they're always half baked copies of Apple and without all the thought and polish. On top of that, forcing junk like Bixby and their own app store incredibly annoying.

Like others in this thread I really hopped that we see some cool ROMs for it, but alas, we're all stuck with the dumpster fire that is One UI. At the end of the day though, it was worth the money, even if it is to say that at least I'm don't have an Apple constantly sucking money out of my wallet.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] mvanwey:
I bought mine on ebay, and the seller LIED.

I thought I was getting the 8GB RAM/256GB model, but he shipped me the 6GB /125GB unit. I demanded a return, but he sent me back a large partial refund. So I got the 2nd best tablet for pretty cheap. And I love it. Initially I was going to resell it & get the 8GB model, but I have no performance issues at all. Of course I can't stand all of Samsung's bloat, but right now it does everything I need. I usually root all my devices to get rid of all the bloat & stop the ads, but since this is WIFI only, the only place I use it is at home. The limited ad block in my Tomato router stops most of it, I may never root it. I would definitely buy this again, but I would like to try the 8GB model.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
I've my since September 2019 and also still not rooted - unusual for me but I really don't see any reason - private DNS blocks ads without any hassle :-)

m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] ykkfive:
i had been waited for so long to grap my tab s6 wifi since tab s(1)

wanted to upgrade but the feedbacks were not impreesive for tab s2 to s5, and they didn't include a spen, so tab s6 was definitely my choice

i like apple's design but i hate those proprietary things, and i never own one

i like oled so tab s6 lite, tab s7, tab s8 are not my cup of tea. but for the oled versions they are too expensive and in fact, they are too heavy for me so, no go. more, i am not a fan of punch hole thing

i am satisfied with my tab s6, the only thing is there is no custom roms or kernels as mentioed by @DaveImagery . i planned to make a custom kernel but i cant handle another device at the same time now (getting older and older, wont be able to open over 1000 files to work with anymore) as i am still working on the note9 kernel

@meduza hopefully we will get 13 but according to the news only the 5G version will have an upgrade to 13
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
@ykkfive

absolutely +1 regarding AMOLED and tab s7 and s8 ! My tab s6 LTE was also an upgrade from tab S :-)

Yeah, I saw also something about android 13 and tab s6 5g ... . But there is still hope though :) m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] ykkfive:
yeah

and if it doesnt, it should be easily ported to 860 easily, with doubts for 865
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
... I thought opposite might be the case becouse T865 has an Lte baseband build in ...

m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
Unbelievable! Like something wanted to prevent that you get the T865 version ... ;-)

m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] dodgebizkit:
wow dude, it really bothers you that i point out the S6's flaws, and prefer the objectively superior iPad? Wow. Stop worshipping the brand, accept that not everyone likes what you like and dislikes what you dislike, that people who have used and enjoyed both have more clarity than someone who hasn't and that objective facts are facts, and they shouldn't hurt you. Enjoy your tablet.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] dodgebizkit:
I finally got Android 12... it has improved the experience enough that I'll keep the tab s6 as my secondary tablet and not sell it. Im still by far preferring the iPad as my primary tablet, with the incredible processor, imessage integration and far better app library that is fully tablet optimised, but the s6 with 12 is still a slick, powerful and functional devide. It doesn't feel 2 generations old, it still feels new, and it handles most tasks just fine. I probably won't buy another android tablet though.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] tronmech:
I moved from a Tab S3 to the S6 on release day almost 3 years ago. I was taking college classes at night and was using the S3 to take notes. I upgraded to the S6 to get more storage and faster recognition... I'd buy an identical tablet today -- but maybe not at a $700 price point...

I have the official keyboard case for both the S3 and the S6, and the S3's keyboard case became REALLY finicky during use (disconnecting itself while typing, and being really unforgiving about tablet/keyboard placement). It became unusable, in fact. The S6's keyboard case is orders of magnitude better, thought it has its moments (pogo pins after 2+ years oxidize a bit...). And I think the trackpad is kind of a waste.

At the time, Samsung Notes didn't do handwriting-to-text, and STILL won't install on a non-Samsung Windows tablet. So I wound up buying and installing Myscript Nebo on both my S6 and my Windows laptop. I still use Nebo, even after graduating (though not as often) any time I need to take notes that I may need to send to someone else or when I need to do some brainstorming, since writing just works better for me than typing when I need to just think. Not a bad app for $5. (Now that it's $12, it's still not a bad deal, IMO, but read the <4* reviews before you drop your $, since some of them bring up valid weaknesses that may be a showstopper for you.)

Dex mode? It's OK. I use it 1-2x a month or so, but when you need it, you may REALLY need it if you're trying to get work done on the tablet. Just having a notetaking app, a browser, and Outlook up on the same screen is sometimes really useful. And split-screen just doesn't cut it.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] dodgebizkit:
The s6 really holds up well after 2 years, I must say l while I still prefer my newer ipad air, there are many things that the 2 year old s6 does better! Dex, Amoled, 4 speakers, more customisation etc...

I think if I ever was to get an updated Samsung tablet, I think id get a Fold. That would double as my work phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] ghoulie:
I just bought the 8/256 model as the newer Samsung tablets got too big and not great to handle anymore. S6 is perfect size and coming from a S4 can't wait to get my hands on it. Don't really care about updates, though the lack of custom ROMs is a little annoying.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sage:
probably not. love the hardware though no community support, no custom roms.. :(
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
... probably to expensive for ROM geeks (I absolutely don't mean it in a negative way!) ... . And the Samsung ROMs become in the years so much better, so for many functions there is no more root necessary ... .

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[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sage:
I kinda agree.. though my s6 is already stuck on Android 12.. meanwhile my tab S3 is on Android 13.. 😁 with later security patches too.. I don't need root. Though community support is awesome when the vendor has abandoned your device..
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] meduza:
@Sage ,

yep, absolutely agreed !

m.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] sal82:
I love this tablet! I've had it for 2 years and it's amazing!

Too bad it doesn't have rom support. Not even one custom rom.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] dodgebizkit:
The lack of custom roms is confusing and with official support ending, it's also concerning. There's plenty of power in the beast yet it's going to need left behind after the last major update becomes old hat.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] V0latyle:
Well, since TWRP is available for this device, it shouldn't be hard to run a GSI. Check out this thread; you can use any GSI you want, such as the LineageOS 20.0 GSI builds by @AndyYan

I suspect this may be what we see more of going forward with newer devices. It's easier to build a GSI that can be used with almost any kernel on almost any device, than it is to try to port a kernel or a product specific ROM, both of which are device specific.

The downside to this is that you won't have any device specific features available on a GSI.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sage:
I might give this a try though it says not fit beginners!
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] QkTreasures:
Well I bought my Tab S6 on Clearance at Walmart for $40 So if it was still that price then yes I would buy again or even if the Tab S7 was on clearance price.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sage:
jesus! thats SO cheap!
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
Hi!

Theres lots of different packages and resources scattered around, and theres missing instructions and unclear details.

Would it be possible to compile a list, with instructions, on modding a rooted NST (/Glowlight)?

I have seen new kernels with USB Host/OTG, multitouch, upgrades, additional launchers etc, but no real details of how to use them, whats the most up to date etc

Thanks!
[Nook Touch General] nmyshkin:
Well, that will take a very long time. It's something I've thought about for this year, but it's a big effort.

Suppose you list what you'd like to do, and I'll try to point you in the right directions, in some kind of logical order.
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
Thanks for such a fast reply!

Referencing https://xdaforums.com/t/share-your-setup-app-list.3143404/

I'd like to get the best kernel I can, with USB HOST and Sound drivers if possible

From that list I can also see of interest:

Extended Power Menu

AndroNook Settings

UsbMode

TuneIn Radio

QQPlayer

FastMode2

Opera Mini

AirDroid

adbWireless

Nook Clear Screen

Terminal Emulator

Stock Settings

Would you have any developers/stock experience and performance/featureset upgrade recommendations too?

Ideally I'd love to write up a page for everything I use with downloads and instructions where applicable

Thanks!

Edit: Tools like OpenSSH and BusyBox would be handy too, though I could probably build those from older sources if I need to
[Nook Touch General] nmyshkin:
Most of that list is apps. Give me a day to put something together.
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
No rush! Thank you so much for your help
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
I see you have already written a lot on the linked UK thread too, and that unfortunately shows me it's hard to find the right resources scattered over XDA. Nevermind.

I do indeed have a UK device running 1.2.1 so I shall follow your 1.2.2 upgrade guide. I actually factory reset and deregistered my device but retained a backup which I took with NookManager of the registered version so I guess I'll keep ahold of that and watch for more information on this thread!
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
Looking very complete, thank you for the awesome work! I'm quite busy but I shall dedicate a couple hours before next week to go through this entire process.

I do have a questions which I think I know the answer to, but wanted to confirm: With NookManager, does it run its own OS from the SD Card, or does the normal internal Flash Storage OS load and then NookManager takes over?

Same with CWM - Does the whole device (properly) boot off of the SD card and not internal flash?

If they do boot off of the card, due to the bootloader (I assume UBoot from what I read, nice!) then that leaves a lot of custom linuxy opportunities available for a really lightweight Linux OS, though drivers might be a painpoint.

Thanks!
[Nook Touch General] nmyshkin:
According to my understanding, both NookManager and CWM boot directly from the sdcard. You can check the card contents, replete with its own uboot, mlo, etc. Similar set up as the CM 11 card.
[Nook Touch General] alexhorner:
Kernel installed via CWM, USB audio working! Not a fan of FastMode and can't be bothered to mess with NoRefresh yet. Going to look at the OpenSSL stuff soon I think though.

Installing various apps from your list above and also your personal app list as linked in your signature, thank you once again!
[General Topics] Javamaster10000:
Hello there, I have a very general question regarding android phones:

How can it be so hard to run an os on a phone when it is so easy (at least way easier) to run a os on a pc.

I mean even slight misshapes can ruin your phone and there is no way for a phone to boot from anything except it's internal memory. In addition to that, it takes forever to push updates to different phones which even use the same CPUs (mostly Snapdragon 8xx). I really do not get this. I have a piece of hardware in my hand which basically seems to me like a computer with a smaller screen and somewhat different Io devices, but shouldn't it be able to have all the features a full pc has? What is the fundamental point I am missing here? Is there any reason besides companies wanting people locked out of their devices, so they can keep making money? Why don't I get a message of "no is media" when I mess up with a lineage install but instead could turn my phone into a piece of garbage?
[OnePlus 6 Questions & Answers] Andy3153:
Hello! So, I've been through many stuff.

I had a ROM installed (Bootleggers) and I wanted to switch to dotOS. Hurrying up and not doing everything well, I wiped all the partitions in TWRP.

I did get it fixed, using this, but now I tried to install dotOS, and everything I'd do (try to boot, try to boot to twrp, try to boot to twrp with the img file and fastboot)

would give me the qualcomm crashdump error. So, I tried to re-do the thing that unbricked me at first, only that some partitions give the error in the title.

How do I unbrick my phone/solve this issue?
[OnePlus 6 Questions & Answers] Andy3153:
I solved it! I used the tutorial here. Basically you need MSMDownload. It's extremely easy to do. The only small hassles might be actually getting into EDL mode (make sure you turn off the phone and then hold both bolume up and down buttons while plugging the device into the computer), getting a driver to recognize it (get it from here), and that you need Windows for this unfortunately
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mrfatiga22:
Hello, I tell you that I was able to make NFC payments work with the BBVA GO Apk in Argentina, I comment on why I think that in Latin America, it saved Chile, Brazil and Mexico, there is no application to use NFC Pay. If someone is interested, I can tell them how I did or create a post, since there is no post for Latin America. Best regards Miguel.
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] Incognitt:
Hello Miguel I’m interested in using such apk, itll work in Mexico?
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mrfatiga22:
Hola buen día, me imagino que hablaras español. Lo primero que debes averiguar es si el Banco BBVA en México permite agregar tus tarjetas de débito/crédito en un Smartphone con NFC para pagar con la app BBVA GO con dicho Smartphone.

Si esto está habilitado en tu pais vas a poder hacer lo mismo con el smartwatch.

Hoy a la tarde armó el post de como lo hice funcionar en el Samsung galaxy watch 4. Pero todo depende si la app BBVA GO está habilitado en México para cargar tus tarjetas en la app y usar un Smartphone para pagar.

Saludos cordiales Miguel
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mrfatiga22:
https://xdaforums.com/data/video/3962/3962567-abde10d8128ba732a12a3175ef7fef8d.mp4
[Samsung Galaxy Watch 4] mrfatiga22:
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 - Pay With BBVA GO (Nfc) - Demonstration!!!!

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[Redmi Note 10] syntheticdingo:
Hey guys,

TL;DR: I was on crDroid and decided to flash the latest dotOS 5.2 to try it out. I forgot to remove my password, but since Ofox asked for it to decrypt storage I thought it wouldn't be a problem. I then did a factory reset with Ofox (data, cache and dalvik) and flashed dotOS. Now phone bootloops and I can't flash anything via adb. Please help, I am low key freaking out.

These were the steps I followed:

In OrangeFox I wiped Data, Dalvik and Cache/Metadata and flashed dotOS via adb sideload. I also flashed Magisk and OrangeFox. When I rebooted I got stuck in dotOS logo.

I then booted into TWRP (via fastboot boot) and reflashed just dotOS, no Magisk or Ofox this time (and also no wipes). I again got stuck in dotOS logo animation.

I then booted into TWRP again and tried to Wipe Data Factory Reset and adb sideload a ROM, but TWRP is unable to complete it or run adb sideload because I don't have access to the Data partition.

I get these errors:

"Password failed, please try again!" when trying to decript Data partition with my password.

ErrorCorde::kError when trying to adb sideload a ROM

"Failed to mount '/data' (invalid argument)" when trying to Factory Reset with TWRP

What should be my next steps? I am still in the market for an SD card, so using one is unfortunatelly not an option right now.
[Redmi Note 10] syntheticdingo:
Crisis averted boys, all good in the hood. Had to format everything though! Will def be using an SD card ASAP.
[Redmi Note 10] muneeb rizwan:
In time like these always just use fastboot tool to flash rom and then format data It almost solves all the problems almost every time
[Redmi Note 10] akoaypinoy:
Just relax bro. Just install twrp and find the rom that can flash. As first before on crdroid they back the twrp and replace ofox because it's bug .aside from ofox. Everytime you change rom always format dalvikart,metadata,data,internal storage then formated enter yes.clean flash is recommended. Just use for now twrp .
[Redmi Note 10] ClarityG:
next time use Redmi note 10 telegram community to get your issues resolved in real time and quicker
[Redmi Note 10] bomberb17:
What is the telegram group link?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Chinex69s:
Why can't i root my sm-g935u is showing failed using odin and i can't find the twrp recovery file anywhere..pls help me?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] chohcovo:
Did you figure it out? I'm having the same issue. It's look like because my s7 use snapdragon chip and have some boot lock something. I found several threads talking about this and detail on root. None of them work so far.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Questions and Answers] Chinex69s:
I haven't seen any way out, i checked about it and was told the bootloader is locked. And I'm not sure if it can be unlock
[Amazfit] devmet34:
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https://xdaforums.com/t/controlling...-alexa-voice-assistant-on-smartwatch.4345699/

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Hello,

I was wondering if its possible to control some phone features from alexa on watch. For instance, i want google maps on my android phone to navigate me to home by using alexa voice on watch. Like i say "alexa take me home" and it will open google maps on phone and navigate to home. Or i say "alexa play music on my phone" or "alexa call mike" it will call mike on phone etc. Assuming that watch doesnt have standalone navigation and play music features. Controlling these features on phone using alexa voice on smartwatch would be amazing really (i think wear os watches can do it). I guess this can be achieved via watch's companion app on phone if implemented. Thanks
[Amazfit] Oswald Boelcke:
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[Other SmartWatches] devmet34:
Hello,

I was wondering if its possible to control some phone features from alexa on watch? For instance, i want google maps on my android phone to navigate me to home by using alexa voice on watch. Like i say "alexa take me home" and it will open google maps on phone and navigate to home. Or i say "alexa play music on my phone" or "alexa call mike" it will call mike on phone etc. Assuming that watch doesnt have standalone navigation and play music features. Controlling these features on phone using alexa voice on smartwatch would be amazing really (i think wear os watches can do it). I guess this can be achieved via watch's companion app on phone. Thanks.
[OnePlus Nord N10 5G Questions & Answers] Feltima:
Hello,

So I've been perusing the threads, searching for an answer on this, however, I've not found it. I need to recover data after my phone was inadvertently wiped. I have a cryptocurrency wallet on there I need to get the app data for/recover. I tried a few applications, but they required me to root the phone. I then found this forum, and have been searching for more information, however, it seems rooting my phone model is circumstantial?

I've done OEM unlock, activated debugging mode, and the option that states "allow bootloader" unlock. In light of that, do I still have to flash the phone? If so, will it be possible to recover any data that hasn't been overwritten? Has anyone successfully rooted the Oneplus Nord N10 5G BE 2026?

I would humbly appreciate any advice on this matter, thank you.
[OnePlus Nord N10 5G Questions & Answers] blackhawk:
If that data is worth much, power off the phone and don't use it.

If the internal memory was encrypted (Android 11 automatically does this) you have huge problems because the encryption key is gone.

The cryptocurrency wallet it's self may have builtin safeguards and those files are in a ocean of data now, diluted. All folder structure was lost when the data was deleted. If you can recover the data, you can search by file type and size in that ocean of juxtaposed data.

Using a data recovery specialist is your best shot if you have one at all. Amateur attempts will likely have a poor outcome.