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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] blackhawk:
Thanks... we all make similar lapses in judgment as life gets twisted.

Get a good case, the S22U is even heavier than the S21U. I've using the Zizo Bolt on my N10+'s.

Without it this device been smashed long ago.

A flash stick can be use for easy "dirty" backups but the hdds should be the primary backup.

Samsung's are fairly secure to the point where it's counterproductive. If the phone still boots you could try accessing it remotely but it will be hard to set it up initially. You could replace the display if the mobo is good.

If the mobo got damaged then it will be a lot more complicated and maybe completely impossible to extract any data.

Remember what Dirty Harry said about what can happen to data that's not backed up 🤣

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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nazmulnsu:
Indeed. Lesson learned. I am using the Nilkin case which is pretty solid but a little bit thick and of course tough I guess. Thanks for your kind advice.
[Touch Pro, Fuze General] mxl180:
i'm using gyrator.... can't seem to get youtube's main screen to goto landscape mode.

I'm new to using gyrator.
[Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Questions & Answers] sergio-bodyweb:
Hello,

I'm stuck on TWRP, no way to load Android.

TWRP wasn't reading the partition so I tried to repair, pass to EXT2 and back to EXT4.

All got stuck on TWRP, I could only go to fastboot, at boot it goes back to TWRP automatically. The message on TWRP console is :

"Android Rescue Party trigger! Possible solutions?

Either :

1) Wipe caches, and/or

2) Format data, and/or

3) Clean - Flash your ROM

The reported problem is:

"init_user0_failed"

Unable to decrypt FBE device."

TWRP version 3.6.2_12-MI10Ultra_v3.7_A12

First ROM present on device: xiaomi.eu_multi_MI10Ultra_22.6.15_v13-12-fastboot.zip

Second time I tried to flash with fastboot and XiaomiFlash the same ROM, successfully installed, but I was still stuck in the loop.

Third time I flashed xiaomi.eu_multi_MI10Ultra_22.6.29_v13-12.zip with TWRP, successfully, but I'm still stuck on the same loop, Android won't load.

Please I need help, I use the phone for work and actually I've been without for a whole day.

How can i fix TWRP possibly without lose all my apps and data?
[Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Questions & Answers] plegdroid:
Afternoon matey, not to sure if this is helpful or not, may not be even specific to your device, but the error is the same error, so may shine a little light on the error.

😊 ☕

https://xdaforums.com/t/unable-to-decrypt-fbe-device.4206579/
[Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Questions & Answers] plegdroid:
Forgot to add, would recommend reading the whole thread, you can then judge what actually works or not before trying 😊☕
[Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Questions & Answers] sergio-bodyweb:
Of course, thx.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
So my main driver today is an S8+. Before this, I used an S8. I used to prefer smaller phones but I can see that going with a bigger phone has its fair share of advantages (and disadvantages, of course) so I'm really confused which one to get between the S22 and S22+. I saw both phones physically yesterday and compared them side by side. I think I'm ok with the size of the S22+ because I tend to use my phone with browsing forums and watching Youtube videos. I do not do gaming. Here are some of my main concerns:

1. Battery life -> I know the S22+ wins in this category but is 4500mAH vs 3700mAH really significant? I rarely upgrade my phone (evident by the fact that I'm still using S8+) so I want to know if going with a bigger battery (and size) is the wiser choice.

2. I also use my phone in bed before sleeping. With m S8+, my pinky finger serves servers as like a stand for the phone while I'm lying down and looking at the screen (I think most people do this) so I'm worried that getting a bigger 6.6" phone (S22+) will make my pinky finger hurt even more. Would getting a case with a strap at the back (like the official silicon case for the S22/S22+) solve this issue?

3. Is the difference in brightness level between the phones that significant?

4. Does the S22 have wifi 6 only or is it like the S22+ that has wifi 6E? I'm getting mixed information regarding this because some sites say that both have 6E while others say that only the S22+ and S22 Ultra have 6E.

Thanks in advance for the help!
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
The difference in size and weight between the S22+ and S8+ is negligible. Go for the S22+. Get the 256GB model. You'll like the extra storage space since the S22 series does not have a microSD slot.

Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Samsung Galaxy S8+ - specs comparison - PhoneArena

Compare Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Samsung Galaxy S8+ with our phone comparison tool and get side-by-side specifications.

www.phonearena.com
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Az@d:
S22 battery life is absolutely ridiculous even with average use and no gaming. If I would start over again, I would go with +.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
I just checked the website you linked to and I swear that when I compared the S8+ and S22+ in person, the difference in height was a bit significant and it isn't like the one in the website. Not sure why.

Yeah, the difference in price between the 128GB and 256GB variants isn't that significant so I'll definitely go with a 256GB variant. However, I never used a microSD slot on my S8+ anyway. I just transfer my photos to my NAS whenever the phone complained about low storage capacity and this is not something that I do often.

How ridiculous is it? I'm sure it's still better than my S8+ :) But yeah, I'm leaning more towards the S22+, for sure.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Az@d:
Well overnight battery drain of 12%. 85% to 20% from 6 Am to 2 pm with average use like whatsapp, data and wifi with a bit of maps. With even less use, it last about 7 pm.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] dragos281993:
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[Samsung Galaxy S22] gtmrockz:
Don't even think about s22 it's very worst in terms of battery life also lagging like hell. Go with s22+ or better switch to iPhone. I am now regretting my decision of switching from iphone to s22.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
Take the last two posts with a grain of salt. To be fair. The 128GB Exynos models (S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra) are having issues, but you can't get the Exynos here in the US.

My wife has the S22+ (256GB) and daughter has the S22 (256GB). Both get decent battery life and there is no lag or stuttering. They are much heavier users than I am with my S22 Ultra. They constantly are streaming videos and music. Both are the Snap Dragon models.

Are you sure were looking at the S22+ and not the S22 Ultra. There is a significant difference between the Ultra and the Plus.

The difference between the S22+ and the S8+ is really small. The S8+ is actually 0.08in longer than the S22+. The S22+ is 0.09in wider though. The weight difference is because the S22+ has a larger display and a bigger battery. The perceived difference is probably from the fact that the S22+ has smaller bezels which allows for a larger display. The screen to body ratio for the S22+ is 89.71%. Whereas the S8+ is 83.32%. That is a 6.39% increase which accounts for the 0.4in increase in display size.

Yeah. I do the same thing, offload my photos to my NAS. I don't wait until I am short on space though. I do it about every two to three weeks.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] gtmrockz:
Ha ha... All the very best then.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
Oh ok. So I just stay with my slow S8+ for now? :( How long does Samsung usually take to release their next flagship model? Are there any leaks about the 8+ Gen1 being on any phone soon? I'm pretty convince in going with a bigger phone than what I have now.

Yeah, I'm not an Apple guy. I'd stick with Android for now. I just really need to have this sluggish and old phone upgraded. But dragos' post above got me thinking if I should wait more.

Yeah, I'm from the Philippines and we also get the Snapdragon here, so no worries about Exynos.

Yeah, I'm sure I was looking at the S22+ and not the Ultra. I knew right away which one was the Ultra so I didn't even bother checking it out. But yeah, it might be just me getting excited to see them for the first time. I checked the dimensions on that website again and they are pretty spot on.

I'm now reading about the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and it looks like it is indeed better than the 8 Gen 1. At this point, I'm not sure if I should wait for the next S series from Samsung (next year) or go with the upcoming Flip which will have the 8+ Gen 1 chip. I just don't like how long the Flip is but waiting for another half a year for probably the S23 will be very hard for me too :(
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
It's statements like these that make me leery. It makes me wonder if the person making these statements are getting paid to.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] syedtahir16:
For the OP:

I agree with everything @dragos281993 said!

You can eventually get used to everything this phone does.. stutters, heating etc. But the biggest let down is the battery.

There is a lengthy discussion on battery here. Do check it out https://xdaforums.com/t/disappointed-in-s22-snapdragon-battery-life-and-heating-issues.4445195/

I'd honestly advice to stay away from S22. But if you really want it then at least get the S22+

But real advice, go for a different brand, maybe pixel or One plus. Or if you can live with ios, then get an iphone.

There are other phones coming soon. maybe the Nothing phone (will need to wait for the reviews). or if you can then wait for the year end, then im sure better phones will be out.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
Yeah... But I'm not using terms like "sadistic" and "hurting yourself."

I'm pretty sure getting a phone isn't sadistic nor will it hurt someone.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
Thanks for the comments. I don't know why but I have a certain bias (or more appropriately, a "preference") towards Samsung. At this point though, I don't want to get the S22+ if it's a half-baked phone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. I'm glad that I posted here before pushing through with the purchase. I don't know if I'll be able to wait until early next year for the S23 but it's not too far away.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
It's not a half baked phone. There are a few trolls on here that only speak for themselves. They make it seem like most people who bought one hate it. That's not even close to being true.

If you're going to wait for the S23 series, keep in mind that Samsung is cutting production numbers for next year because of the ongoing chip shortages.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] syedtahir16:
Well, looks like you own a S22 and its working well for you. I'm glad that it is. The OP asked for reviews/feedback so we as a community provided. You can provide your positive reviews and for the people who have had a bad experience will provide theirs.. Do remember that just because your S22 is good does not mean everyone has the same experience.. Lets just provide the feedback and let the OP take a call instead of pointing fingers at each other.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Crow820:
The s22 plus is better then the s22.

But it is also priced higher.

So for more money it has better specs.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Jeik:
It depends on what you like using.

Here is my example:

I had the Redmi K20 Pro and loved it for its size. It got damaged so I bought myself a Poco F3 with a fairly bigger screen (I felt like giving bigger phones a try). It's a great phone that I still use as a backup but I got the base S22 because I realized that I need something that fits easily in the pocket, even with a case on. And with the F3, I was always terrified of it flying out of my pocket while on the move.

To conclude, the S22 is a good choice if you want a small-ish flagship. The S22+ is a good choice if you want a bigger device and are willing to spend more money. It all depends on your own preference, so I'd suggest going to some store that has both the S22 and S22+ on display and see which one you prefer.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] gonewithharshwinds:
What you see is a lot of, seriously a lot of polarised views for the device. Rather than comparing the prices to the quality, interface dimensions, experience, and so on; they have made a huge emotional drama (irrespective of having a device or not) completely blabbering "hate comments" for the device.

If you want advice, please do your own research by checking up with "not experts" because -> Experts have a huge bias. Let me tell you. They have a bias that even if there's chance of just 20% rain, they would prefer to carry an umbrella on a bright sunny day complaining like Karens on what they missed out on.

Now, I am not saying they are lying about everything. Sure, they reduced the battery, but at the same time... it doesn't justify their whining over here.

If you wish to read my personal opinion, having bought both (one for me and other for my mom), s22 does have lesser battery, but not so much less that your world will crash down. s22+ will be expensive, but it's "relatively" better because of faster charging support.

Usage wise, the battery drain from 100 to 0% isnt longer than 1 hour for normal usage.

But, since there's a fast charging support in s22+, I suggest that.

If the comfort on hands matters a lot to you, go with s22. s22+ has.... it felt odd for me.

I use s22 over S22+ because honestly, battery doesn't matter much for me. I like it's size mainly... It's cheaper, so if I manage to do some accident, I would be less stressful about it (relatively less responsibility / liability).

Plus, I do a desk job. Half the times, my device is already connected with my PC. So charging honestly doesnt matter for me as long as its cute. ( :P)

If you are budgeted and waiting for s24 or s25, go with s22. If s25 or s26, go with s22+ (in case you dont upgrade devices regularly)

As for iphone. IT IS BORING "FOR ME".

Note to anyone who is triggered by my comments :- Please don't bother to comment in case you are looking for trolling me or wanting to make up arguments.​
[Samsung Galaxy S22] seancannery88:
S22 plus is better in size and specs so go for it!
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
I really feel like giving the S22+ a chance. The biggest phone I've ever used is my current phone, S8+. I did feel both phones in the Samsung store already and although I like the S22 for its portability, battery life is also important for me. I do a desk job, yes, but I'm too lazy in always charging my phone :) Wifi 6E is also a plus but not really a big deal. With the S22+, I'm sure watching Youtube videos on it will also be a lot better. What I'm just worried about with a bigger phone is how it will stress my hand (especially my pinky finger) and arm when I'm lying down in bed.

As for the Snapdragon 8 Gen1 chip overheating, is it really that a big deal? I was almost decided in getting the S22+ last week until I posted here and was exposed to the "issues" of the S22 line's SOC. I won't be using it for gaming but more on multitasking like reading emails, 100's of tabs (mostly inactive) open in Firefox, Youtube, etc.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
My wife, who is a petite woman, has the S22+ and has no problem holding it. As far as battery, it is pretty decent; and it will be better than your S8+. Unless you are constantly using battery hogging apps, like FB or Instagram, or a gamer, you should be fine. Wireless chargers are a dime a dozen now. You can get a decent, relatively inexpensive one and keep it on your desk at work.

The overheating is being overblown, like a lot of other "issues" being reported. Again, mostly trolls who are either exaggerating, or people who have poor usage skills or installed apps that are severe battery hogs. I would bet dollars to doughnuts that the ones complaining have a bunch of free apps that have a crap ton of advertising, which both sucks battery life and can cause the battery to heat up.

Is the S22 series perfect? Nope! Is it a huge improvement from your S8+? Yes!
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
I'm a 100% sure that it's better than my S8+. I mean, how can't it not be? It's a phone a lot of generations ahead of the S8+. But like other tech heads, if I'm buying an expensive tech I want it to be as near perfect as possible (I'm fine with minor issues). However if it's an SOC issue like others are claiming, then that seems to be a major one, no? Even though I'm technically not a heavy user (light photography and very rare gaming), sometimes I think of these flaws off the back of my head and makes me cringe.

@dragos281993 @syedtahir16 any further comments on this? I hope we can keep the discussions here civil. I tried looking at other brands but I just can't stand their design. I still have this bias towards Samsung for a reason I don't know of.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Village_Idiot:
Unfortunately, you don't know their habits and what apps are installed. That is the problem with most of the posts I read about SOT. None of them are very forthcoming on usage habits and what apps they have installed.

If you are not a heavy user or don't have a lot of crapware installed, you will be fine. Many of the free apps are battery hogs because they are chock full of adware that keeps sending data back to their servers.

I would bet that most of the posts about lousy SOT are from people with a ton of free apps installed and/or gamers and don't really understand app management and power management.

You also have to understand that XDA is first and foremost a Social Media site and you should treat it as such. Just like every other Social Media site, there are trolls here that will swear up and down that they think a certain device is the worst thing to come along ever, or swear up and down that a certain device is the best thing to come along since sliced bread. Not everybody in these forums are arguing in good faith. There are more than a few who are making bad reviews of devices and they don't even own the device. They are just parroting what others have said. All they are doing are amplifying the issues and making them seem that there are tens or hundreds of thousands of unhappy users, when in fact there are probably only a few hundred to a few thousand.

I am not telling you the S22 series is the best phone ever to grace this Earth. I am saying that compared to your S8+ it is a huge upgrade and you will probably like it.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] dragos281993:
I don't know where you saw any 'uncivil' behaviour but it is what it is.

You asked for advice and I offered it.

I rarely regret wasting my time writing tens of lines of info on a matter just to help someone avoid a potential mistake. But I guess some people don't want to be helped even though it seems that way.

Bottom line is, you buy whatever you think it's best fo you. It's just an object after all. You should buy the regular S22 and decide for yourself if it's good for you or not. If not, return it. As simple as that. Maybe you'll even get to love it. Who knows
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
I was directing that "uncivil" comment in general. I probably used the wrong term but I know there's no agreement here between a few people and you know it.

I'm also not sure where you got the notion that I don't want to be helped. I wouldn't ask further for your comments if I didn't want to be helped. I know very little knowledge about phones because I'm more of a server guy. Just because I mentioned here that I still wanted to try out the S22+ and is against your advice does not mean I don't want your help anymore. I'm still gathering facts.

I know that in the end it's my decision but I want my decision to be informed. And to do that I do my own research and ask for help from others. I know it's just an object but like any other expensive object you buy you always want it to be as perfect as possible. My last comment here is me asking what your comments about @gernerttl 's post about some people here having "poor usage stats" and considering the phone not good. I hope you can give me more info on your claims.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] dragos281993:
The thing is people like to claim about others that they might not have the device while they might very well actually be in that boat.

So the best thing you can do is just ignore all the crap written above, order the device, use it carefully for a week or 2 to not damage it, and then decide for yourself if the phone suits your needs. If not, just return it and choose another. This is probably the best piece of advice you should take. Otherwise you'd go nuts reading everything people say or suggest.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
I would've followed that advice a long time ago if it's applicable here in the Philippines. It doesn't work that way here. You buy the device and you get 7 days replacement warranty and 1 years labor and parts warranty. We do not have the luxury of returning an electronic device just because "we changed our mind or don't like it".
[Samsung Galaxy S22] dragos281993:
Wow! That's terrible. In that case, ignore everything else and think just of a single thing. The regular S22 has terrible battery life no matter how you look at it. Don't listen to people saying "it's decent" and so on. The SOT it can offer is around 3 - 3.5h with regular usage. It cannot possibly do more no matter the claims. I have it precise down to the milliamp.

Everything else let's just ignore it cause it's ok. It can be overlooked, overheating issues included. It's not that bad. But the battery life is definitively bad.

If you need the SOT, the regular S22 is not for you. The bigger brother is though. It's got a considerably larger battery, more surface to dissipate the heat and essentially the same hardware. That means the consumption is gonna be almost the same or slightly better because of the better thermals.

So considering the situation in your country with returns, just go with the S22+. I doubt you'll regret buying one. I can't say the same about the smaller variant. To me it's been a bad experience.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
It definitely is! I mostly buy my stuff in the US since it's cheaper that way but I lose warranty as well. Some devices like phones have better pricing here though.

Ok, got it. Either way, I'm pretty much convinced that the S22+ is better than the S22 anyway. I was just on the fence if it's worth buying the S22+ now or tell myself to wait for the S23+ in the future. It's always the same thing with electronics. If you wait for the next version, you end up always waiting and not being able to buy anything. There are some exceptions though, and I'm wondering is this is one of them.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] dragos281993:
The S22+ is a good one. Not too many complaints from users other than for just some usual small issues that could be fixed with software updates. Small stuff though. But considering that it's essentially the same as the S22 but bigger, it can't be but better. The battery should've been 5000mAh but it is what it is cause you'll get more than decent SOT with it, the performance will be great because of the increased surface area to dissipate the heat, the screen looks amazing and the cameras are pretty good. I'd say go for it. Like I previously said, the durability of the rim and screen is not as advertized. I don't recommend the Samsung bumper cases. They scratch the frame.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] kevindd992002:
Gotcha. When you say the durability of the rim and screen aren't that good, how bad is it? I'm reading that the Spigen Liquid Air is a good case for the S22+. Is this accurate? Any other case that has a some kind of holder in the back so I don't make my pinky finger a stand while I'm lying down?

As for the phone colors, my friend told me that the green seems to be a bit "plasticy" compared to the black one. Any truth in this? I was planning on getting the green one.