yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skel40:
Out of curiosity since I have two Fire TV Stick Max's on version 7.2.5.5, is the blockage from the higher firmware or from the incremental updates? One more thing. Has anyone got a logcat relating to the commands being blocked from switching launchers and disabling apps so that a potential workaround can be found?

Understanding system level access Amazon can only control I'm well aware of the commands being impossible to modify without root.
[OnePlus 10 Pro] FKX1997:
Hello Guys,

I cant but help notice custom work, Kernels, Recovery and Roms do not seem to exist yet.

I understand the rooting process is harder or has more tweaks needed oppose to the older ways, has this rendered the above possibility's out of the picture?
[OnePlus 10 Pro] the_rooter:
If you read through the forums with all the changes OnePlus has done there will most likely never be custom Roms unless msm tool issue gets resolved.
[Redmi K20 / Xiaomi Mi 9T Questions & Answers] ilciumbia:
Hi everyone,

I have been trying a few ROMs, 12.1 to 13, but with none of them the fingerprint sensor works correctly. I can register a new finger all right, but then, when it is time to unlock the phone, the circle illuminating the finger is just not bright enough. It seems to be limited by the global brightness of the display, and in fact if I pump it up to maximum, then the FOD does unlock the device, but with the brightness on automatic no way.

I think there might be something wrong with the firmware, but I flagged latest EU and also latest global but the issue remains...

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] jgill12:
Ok i have a brand new att tilt my friend reccomended this site to me because i could not watch youtube videos (i still cant) and i downloaded the tmvp player and flash program (.cab)

Also i have been trying to install the hard spl.

i go through all the steps and my phone tuns to the tri-colors

then to the progress bar and doesn't go past 0%

then it say connection error and i go through the recovery process( during the recovery process my phone never goes to the tri-color part after i remove the battery and turn the phone on again it just returns to normal) and its like nothing has been done to my phone
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] pyraxiate:
Hello

If you read the WIKI as anyone attempting a flash should, you would see that in order to flash an ATT based kaiser, you must first use Jump-SPL to flash HARD-spl.

This is why you cant get it to go past that poibt. Use Jump-spl, then when its in tri-color from Jump-spl, flash Hard-SPL. Simple as that.

Read, Re-read, Re-Re-Read..........

Also, Search is your friend here...............

PS.

Mods dont take kindly to posting the same question in 2 different places..............
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro: Jetzt gleich bestellen und Gratis Google Pixel Watch LTE oder Pixel Buds Pro erhalten!

Google hat die Pixel 7-Smartphones offiziell vorgestellt, auf die viele Nutzer schon seit Monaten gewartet haben. Jetzt sollten diese Nutzer sehr schnell sein,

www.googlewatchblog.de

That's a 429 € valued pre-order bonus for a 899 € phone. Not too shabby.

Might be interesting also for other European nations where there is no Google Store. If the store offers you an error at check-out because of your non-German address, you could try to use a forwarding service.

As per the pre-order details, this will also "work" for pre-orders done via major German online retailers (Media Markt, Saturn, Amazon).

Translation of the German website:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 96carboard:
Why would you want a watch when you have a phone?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
There is no need for want, just sell the watch without opening it for 400 € and enjoy a 500 € flagship phone (if one would couple the order with the 10% cashback from Google one 2TB (2 months of sub needed, so 100 € cashback minus 20 € sub) that further reduces to a 420 €.

It's a good deal, no matter if one would actually use the watch or not.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 96carboard:
That's what they charge for it, doesn't mean anyone will buy it from you for that.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] snakesvk:
Used postforwarding service from Germany on Pixel 6 Pro and they don't send pre order bonus for these orders.Is here spmebody who is willing to reship it for me?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
The previous pre-order (P6 Pro - Bose headphones) required a special application after the order, which had to be manually approved.

The current pre-order bonus in the Google store is a direct price deduction in the ordering process (both items (p7 pro + pixel watch) are in the shopping cart, the value of the pixel watch gets deducted), meaning as long as the order goes through, there shouldn't be any problems with that. There is no human that is checking if your pre-order bonus will land in the appropriate country, as long as the online system doesn't flag the adress. At least in theory.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] crabjoe:
What makes come countries special where Google is willing to either take a loss or not make any $$ on their equipment?

Anyone care to guess or know? Because I'd sure like to know.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hubono:
I have aramex with many addresses around the world.

I placed an order during the event for a white p7p 256gb from the US store.

999usd and got a 200usd voucher for next purchase.

Then saw that in some places Google was offering the watch for free, so i started comparing the prices.

p7p 256gb:

US @ 999 usd plus tax (1087.77 usd total with tax), 200 usd voucher

Uk @ 949 gbp vat included, watch included free

Germany, franch, spain @ 999 euro vat included, watch included free

The US store has 3 storage capacity, 128, 256, 512, all in stock as of now

The uk store has 2 storage capacity, 128 and 256

However there German, french, Spanish have 2 storage capacity 128 and 256 but all three sites had 256 out of stock with the option for a waiting list.

So it seems that the best offer is currently the EU sites that sell in euro but no 256gb stock left

I was thinking to cancel my US order and order from the German store but I'm stuck now since it's out of stock

Any news when they will replenish the 256 in Germany, France, spain?

I will be using the phone in Oman and was checking the 5g frequencies. The telecos here are more aligned with the European frequencies as opposed to the US.

I checked the spec sheets in all the above markets but all where copy and paste. It seems Google didn't bother :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] oombongo:
I tried to get amazon.de but there is a fine print.

The promo link is valid is only for German address. In other words, I'll receive phone from amazon.de to Finland with no issues but the promo link will say, nope the address must be German one.

And mail forwarding doesn't work. The claim will be rejected.

Just information for someone who'll try to game the game :D
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] refedit:
I ordered the P7Pro 128gb in germany. I have a friend there and he'll send it to me. I chose as gift the pixel watch(LTE). As soon as I have it, I'll sell the Pixel 6 and the pixel watch.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
I can confirm the same pre-order bonus applies to the French Google Store as well! Got a 256 GB 7 Pro with a Pixel Watch LTE for 999 !

The free watch makes it a compelling offer from big G!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] _gwen_:
German Google store currently offers watch only in black. Is there any chance they will restock other colors?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
They will surely restock, but nobody here can tell you when. It might be a day, it might be a week, it might be a month.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] _gwen_:
I did not expect from someone to say when, it is obvious no one here knows that. I was wondering if they will restock, based on previous experiences with 6 when they were giving out Dr. Dre headphones if I remember correctly.

Edit: restocked today :love:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] T1Cybernetic:
I've never understood freebies like what Google offer. I'll never use the watch and I already have a great pair of Samsung Buds :)

Instead of sending out watches and buds Google could just give us a bit of a discount for pre-ordering ;)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Beefheart:
Didn't order mine direct from Google, but on the 1st of November I can claim a free set of either Pixel Pro Earbuds or a Pixel Watch as I purchased the phone before the 17th of October in the UK, and the store I bought it from (Very) is listed on Google's webpage.

My wife has already said she's having the watch, despite it being my phone that's claiming it. Anyone who is married will know I didn't have much choice in this.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Questions] habiodunz:
I use an ATT unlocked variant of s21 5G

1: It overheats excessively, you cant even game on it

2: When gaming, the touch sensitivity is very low despite turning on increased sensitivity in settings

Anyone know why or give a possible solution, my guess is because its still stuck on One Ui 3 and Android 11
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Questions] AsItLies:
I can't say why with any certainty, but can say I would never want a carrier rom on my phone, I always switch to an 'open' version as it rids you of the carrier bloat and and restrictions etc they put in their roms.

Granted, that doesn't work for everyone as they are 'tied' to a specific carrier. So, if that's the case, I'd look for info about whatever that specific rom / carrier problems exist.

But, if you can go with any carrier you want, go with one like Mint Mobile, which allows volte, vowifi, and 'open' rom phones, like the S21. It's easy enough to find how to use Odin to flash an 'open' rom also.

One additional thing you would accomplish by doing the above; you'll discover if the issues you're experiencing are the fault of the current rom, or they are hardware related. Not sure how else you would test that hypothesis other than doing the exact above?

good luck
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Questions] habiodunz:
Thanks mate, started getting the files for a new ROM
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Stickmanx89:
What case / screen protectors do you plan on using on your new p7p ?

If the modem is still terrible at least you can disguise it in a nice case :D
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 96carboard:
Not sure what people complain about. The modem on my P6P works pretty much exactly like every other phone I've ever had.

Anybody know if a P6P case will fit on a P7P? They seem pretty close to identical.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] drmorrowa2:
I've always liked Spigen cases, but I wish they would make them in hazel. The hazel one on the google store is not in stock, uggh. I usually go with Skinomi Matte screen protectors. Might try the spigen protector this time.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
According to the Google Store, the only screen protector - as of now - that is "officially" rated to work properly with the FP scanner is the Case Mate variant, it's a flexible/non glass one.

I sifted through most ebay/Amazon P7 Pro screen protector offers that are available, and oddly enough most tempered glass screen protectors have a warning message that states that the FP scanner won't work due to a technical limiation.

Hopefully that doesn't mean that no glass screen protector will work.

--

Concerning cases, I planned on getting a Paralax from Caseology, but it seems that they changed their design. The P6 Pro had a wonderful two-toned design (gold colored accent on the camera hub and centered in the middle, with the black variant), that is now a boring/terrible grey-ish accent. So I'm not sure yet what kind of Case I'm going for.

The Caseology Athlex (a new case) looks promising, since it has a dent in the middle to rest your finger, but the neon colors on it are ridicolous.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] T.A.R.D.I.S.:
What do you think about the Dbrand case?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Morgrain:
Spigen is now a Made for Google partner with its Pixel 7 cases
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] KHANrad_SIN:
Seems like there's no regular brown option for the bellroy leather case which is unfortunate.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
I ordered a Caseology Parallax case and pre-ordered a Whitestone Dome tempered glass screen protector.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Samuel Holland:
Spigen most thin option(I think tough armor it's called), and Whitestone Dome like always(there taking preorders and shopping soon). Whitestone dome was $19.99 for two.

I hope this can help someone.

Spigen tough armor

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YMTL3MM?psc=1&smid=A2SFKRF5TPZMT5&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_titleToDp

Whitestone Dome

[UV GEN] Google Pixel 7 Pro (2022) Hard Coated Film Screen Protector with UV light - 2 Pack of Film

Galaxy S10 Tempered Glass Screen Protector LIQUID DISPERSION TECHNOLOGY - Our patented liquid glass evenly disperses over your entire screen, including existing scratches and scuffs, and hardens to create an impenetrable edge to edge barrier while repairing former cracks and imperfections. BEST...

www.whitestonedome.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jbaysingar:
IIRC, the Thin Fit is Spigen's thinnest model, and the Tough Armor is actually bulkier than the Thin Fit, Liquid Air, and Rugged Armor models.

I went with the Spigen Liquid Air. It's what I've got on my current phone. It hits the right balance for me between protection and bulk. FYI, though; some people don't like it because it's possible for stuff to get in the grooves in the triangle texture on the back. It doesn't bother me - I just brush it off, and it's fine - but I thought I'd mention it just in case that's something that's an issue for anyone.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] galaxys:
Also, been using Spigen Thin Fit on my prior devices which works for me!📱
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Samuel Holland:
Thanks, and yes, for me it needs to fit in my work shirt; I have thin fit on m yOnePlus 8 & 9 pro. I'm thinking a good chance, I'm gonna have to get another case, but I didn't see thin fit so I figured I'd try the tough option. Thanks for the heads up. I see on Spigen website, they have it along with a charger for free w/purchase.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jbaysingar:
I hear ya. I'm not sure what's up with Spigen P7 Pro cases on Amazon right now. I had to go to Amazon's "Spigen Store" page to find the Liquid Air because it didn't show up in the search results for whatever reason.

FWIW, according to the Spigen website a P7 Pro version of the Thin Fit does exist, they just don't seem to be currently selling it on Amazon for whatever reason.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] swieder711:
I have Caseology on my P6P. Looking at the Athlex for my P7P. I also bought Skinomi screen protector.​

The Spigen Liquid Air looks pretty nice too. I have a week to decide while I wait for my phone to arrive.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] madmuthertrucker:
Spiegen Liquid Air for her phone and Supcase Unicorn Beetle for me. Both with Supershieldz screen protectors. It's how our current phones are now. I'm just sticking with what has been working for me.

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[Google Pixel 7 Pro] blastroid:
I'm doing the Caseology Parallax too. Have one on my P6 and I like it.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] DespairFactor:
I went with the Athlex, I have a vault on my p6pro. It should be here today.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
I got the Spigen Rugged Armor as usual. I kinda wanted to try the Athlex (I kinda like the black/neon green one) but it seems really bulky!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] universil:
I have ordered the luxurious bellroy leather case again, (same as for pixel 6 pro), and also the caseology one.

UK costs,

£49 and 16.99.

Both great cases.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] yaddam205:
Where did you find the glass screen protectors? I only found one on Amazon.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] garzacorporations:
Anyone has tried using pixel 7 pro with magnetic car mount? Any case suitable to have between phone and case the metal sticker for magnetic mount?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
I haven't.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Beefheart:
Ordered a cheap flip case until OtterBox release the Strada for this phone.

After dropping my S21 Ultra last year and cracking the screen (first time it's happened in nearly 30 years of owning mobile devices, but still) I've been a bit paranoid about my phone screens even with a protector on.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Got the Caseology Athlex case yesterday and it feels really nice! I'm probably gonna daily drive this one when I've set up my P7P. Spigen Rugged Armor will be my back-up.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xgerryx:
Do you know why there is that slot on the back? Is the grip better than the rugged armor? I don't have the phone yet but I do have the rugged armor. It's fine, like others I've had, but it's slippery. Does the Caseology sit flat? Are the buttons clicky, easy to push?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Tool Belt:
I had the Athlex on my P7P and found it too grippy and bulky. Trying Spigen Thin Fit now.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 5.1:
Hi,

Got a Ringke Fusion matte clear. 9.99€ on Amazon. Gets the job done.

One thing though:

Top and bottom of the case go well over the phone. But sides leave the phone kind of exposed...

Picture:

Wanted to buy a Spigen Ultra Hybrid, but judging by Amazon pictures, it looks just like the Ringke...

One could confirm please?

Bought a TPU screen protector, since there is no "proper" TGSP available in EU...

photo upload

Whitestone and the one I found on amazon.com ask for 25\30$ to get it shipped to France. Which gives a total of 70$ for a screen protection... 🤔

Will take extra care until I found a proper alternative, the sell it in EU stores or i get fed up with the TPU (touch and feeling is not quite the same the screen of a TGSP imo...)

Cheers,

Sébastien.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Shebee:
Can anyone recommend a good film protector? Either those old-school hard-plastic films ones or TPU ones.

I ordered a random one from Amazon and it was trash (no coating, dirty, line in the middle). Other TPU films also have bad reviews.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Shebee:
I have the official casemate, ringke, and spigen protectors, all clear.

The casemate has slightly less protection on the sides, but is slightly bulkier otherwise and probably offers slightly more protection aside from the curved edges.

The other 2 seem to be the same height when it comes to the edges.

Buttons are clicky on all of them, but the casemate has technically nicer buttons, as they are hard plastic and aren't actually part of the same TPU cast (they are loose like real buttons).

The only downside on the casemate, besides the slightly less protected edges, is that the TPU is 100% smooth on the inside, unlike the other 2, and this makes the TPU stick to the back of the top glass like a screen protector, making the colors change slightly.

All of them have a slight bump on the edges, so when you lay it flat it doesn't scratch the screen.

All in all really similar.

Currently using the casemate.

If I had to choose one of these, I'd just take the cheapest one.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jaseman:
I bet those case companies love us...we ***** about the cost of the phones (rightly so) and then we drop another bag of cash on half a dozen cases when we'll probably stick with one and the rest end up in the eternal cell phone accessories drawer.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] NepoRood:
I have the Spigen Ultra Hybrid, clear, fits the device well. I'm not really sure what you are getting at when you say "sides leave the phone kind of exposed" though...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 5.1:
Hi,

I mean the edge of the screen at top/bottom is protected by a little lip formed by the case. On the Ringke, the left/right sides of the screen protrudes from tye case. (If that makes sense?!) 😅

Cheers,

Sébastien.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hazard209:
Has anyone had any luck finding a tempered glass camera protector that's completely clear? I managed to find one but it was missing a cutout for the rear microphone.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hpower1:
Anyone have any suggestions for a super thin case? I have the latercase on my pixel 4xl, pixel 6 pro and a oneplus 10 pro. I got a generic one that was in stock to have something, but makes the phone feel like holding a brick, and it is slick in the hand.

I have a latercase on order, but looking for something else to hold me over until it comes.

For those interested, I really like the latercase. Just the right amount of protection, slim for going in and out of the pocket, but also nice grip in the hand. I kinda like the exposed buttons, and don't mind the camera being covered. Works great for me.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Misterxtc:
I got my Tech 21 EvoCheck case from Google and I am a bit disappointed with it. There is little side protection and next to no grip on the entire case. It reminds me of a cheap $5 tpu case. I had the same case a few years ago and loved it but they seem to have gone downhill. The only positive is the buttons have a nice feel to them. I will try it for a few days and see if my opinion changes.

I also received my Zagg screen protector and that flopped as well but it was my own fault. Somehow I managed to get a large bubble directly in the middle of the screen. When I tried to squeegee it out it creased the protector and I had to go back to a cheap tpu. Hopefully I get the replacement on right..
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] NepoRood:
Gotcha, the Spigen has the lip on the sides too, as does the Milomdoi I have. Both have a slight curl at the very top and bottom, outside edge. They fit very well, IMO
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] chill145:
I bought this while waiting on Whitestone and don't think I'll take it off unless it gets scratches. Bubbles disappeared overnight, installation was easy as it includes a tool you plug into the charging port to help with alignment, and it feels good. No issues with fingerprint sensor or anything. It also came with camera protectors but I didn't use those so can't speak to them.

https://a.co/d/1M6njCG
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
The slot is purely for design purposes I guess.

It seems more grippy than the Spigen because of the material.

It seems to sit flat but I've only tried it briefly. I'm not sure about the buttons, I'll check.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hey_malik:
I used a magnetic car mount with the Spigen tough Armor. The case is made out of two separate parts and I've put the metal plate in between those layers. It worked but it isn't pretty because the room for the metal plate isn't really there and you can feel it bulging.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] garzacorporations:
So te only options are using a metal sticker or buying a metal case as p7 itself is not "sticking" to magnet...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hey_malik:
I'd love to change the hard plastic part of the case against something made out of metal.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ironey:
That would be nice to find a case with a metal plate in the middle as part of the case. There are some cases with a metal ring in the middle that can be used as a stand, and sticks to magnets. But the ones I've seen so far seems cheap.

Question though, does a metal plate in the case or between the phone and the case impacts the wireless charging capabilities?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] anqry:
Look into Quad Lock or Mous brands. Both offer magnetic cases, but you do need to use their (expensive) mounting solutions. Quadlock is more established brand, it has more versatile mounts and addons, especially for bikes and motorcycles, and it's the one I use. Currently waiting for the 7 Pro case to arrive.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] chill145:
I'm using a moment case and it's magsafe compatible as well. Great case by the way. It's a little pricey but have used it with a magsafe battery pack and waiting on wallet to arrive for when I go to the gym early in the morning instead of leaving my regular wallet in the car
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ironey:
Thanks for both your answers. Just received my package with, supposedly, the P7P, the pixel watch, and a Google brick wall charger...

The phone is missing from the box.....

Just got on the chat with Google customer service, after sending some pictures, they agreed to send me another phone. Another week to wait for delivery...

I'll look into those cases in the meantime...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jaseman:
"The phone is missing from the box....."

WHAT???????????????????????????????????????????????????

The phone is missing from a sealed, brand new box?????????