yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] elementXI:
Well, you're paying for a high-quality glass screen protection for one of the most expensive smartphones.

Can't put cheap tires on a Ferrari :)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] s3axel:
Presently I have an original Samsung film (plastic) protector fitted, so cannot comment for the S23U at the moment - but: in the past I used a Mowei protector kit for the S22U, the kit contains a weight that is put at the location of the FP sensor during curing ... this worked just fine....
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Paperdin:
i got whitestone dome glass and it works fine with my s23 ultra.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] oVeRdOsE.:
I first got Axessorize ARMORGlass, and finger print was ok, maybe 80% success rate with 4 time my finger registered. Big down side is the matt finish around the scanner.

Then simply got a gel protector. The seller told me after few month the glass protector will affect the scanner, while the gel wont.

Overall , the gel look better, but might be less safe maybe?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] kevindd992002:
Which gel protector is that specifically?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] james_lpool:
Thanks for everyone's replies, after a lot of fear, hassle, and a bit of a loss of money I decided on a film protector which is working 100% fine.

Not sure if I just picked rubbish glass screen protectors, but they caused me big issues. Neither would work with fingerprint reader and because they were hard, my original case was lifting the sides of the protector a bit, meaning touch was less sensitive.

The first glass protector I tried was UV and when it came to taking this off, that was a little scary with this brand-new phone!

Trying to peel it back off was a hard job, was very stuck and was actually cracking as I was slowly lifting it off.

So now i have a different case that doesn't affect the protector and a film protector and all seems good now :)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] randylahey786:
Tempered glass on s23u curved screen was always been a problem for me. Now I'm using a flexible TPU screen protection film. It has been good for touch, clarity and it's also fingerprint sensor compatible. You can give it a try it's less hassle than a glass one and it's scratch resistant with it's self healing technology.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] dj24:
Link?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] randylahey786:
You can get it from https://gadgetshieldz.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra-screen-protector-screen-guards
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] icyhorizon12:
hi,

I have wifi cameras at home

I want to make my PC to be recording the wifi cams over wifi such as the recording on dash cams - loop recording ?

is the a Software for that ?

thank you
[Introductions] Ashark1979:
Всем привет, у меня 2 смартфона в одном корне, благодаря этому сайту получил xperia 1 j9110.

И вот купил второй xperia 5iv, тоже хочу получить рут.

Извините за мой английский

Mod Edit: English Translation Below

Hello everyone, I have 2 smartphones in one root, thanks to this site I got xperia 1 j9110.

And so I bought a second xperia 5iv, I also want to get root.

sorry for my English
[Introductions] shadowstep:
@Ashark1979

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[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III Themes and Apps] brndnddge:
:confused:

I have this comm manager that I found from the forums a while back.. It was made my Mfrazz..... This installs correctly and works fine... However, I wanted to change the color of the buttons from blue to a maroon color that fades to black.. I opened the cab file and found quite a few files and an XML file... I found out the the other files were actually .png files renamed. I renamed them to a .PNG file and and used Gimp to edit the pictures. I then renamed the files back to the origion file extension and rezipped the files using winrar into a .cab file format. When I attempt to install the comm manger. I get an unsucessful error. Heres a pic of the comm manager that I am changing around as well as a copy of the cab file that is not working properly.

Any help would be greatley appreciated. Maybe you could enlighten me on what I did wrong. :D

This is not an issue where the comm manager is opening in the background. I think I might have done something to the files when editing them to change their colors. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

The picture on the right is the comm manager created by MFrazz.... The picture on the right is me trying to install the cab file that I created. I just edited the pictures of the comm manager to suit the theme on my phone. I have been searching for a comm manager and decided to make on my own..
[Moto G5 Plus Questions & Answers] dabliuarte:
is there any way to run the tv app on the moto g5 plus in a custom rom - android 11?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Hello everyone,

As I'm usually testing a few cases during my time with a smartphone (from cheap AliExpress ones to more expensive stuff like LiveEdge cases from Carved).

The Galaxy S23 Ultra being in my hands for a week, I've been able to try out the official leather case from Samsung (currently my daily option) and the Spigen Ultra Hybrid ZeroOne.

On one hand, I had the premium feeling of the leather, and on the other the "perfect form factor" (the small hollow around the S-Pen slot is clearly one of the best proof that Spigen is paying attention to user experience), but the plastic feel is driving me insane after a few hours.

During my time with the S22 Ultra, I was mainly running the grippy Cryo Armor from Spigen or a LiveEdge case from Carved. Although the Carved one was clearly a feast for the eyes and quite practical with its MagSafe compatibility, I was regularly coming back to the Cryo Armor, that felt better in hand.

As that struggle to define which one deserved to become the titular spanned through months, I began to look for an option slightly in between and that's when I finally came across MOUS. And at the time, I avoided to order from them (Carved being quite expensive and willing to spare my bank account from an other expensive case). But the time has come and I finally decided to try it out by ordering a Limitless 5.0 case today.

What decided me?

Similar to Spigen's design (S-Pen's hollow)

Wooden option (bamboo for mine, it'll remind me my good old OnePlus 3 bamboo case)

MagSafe compatibility (as an increasing number of accessories are coming to it, can't hurt)

Build looks qualitative

Life-long warranty

Price: 60€ (still pricey, but not more than the official Samsung leather case)

I placed the order today, and will surely receive it next week. This post will be updated with a few pictures and initial thoughts once it'll be in my hands and protecting the S23 Ultra.

Oh, and to illustrate what I mean by the "S-Pen hollow", here's a picture:

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MOUS S23 Ultra products, if you're interested in trying for yourself. 😉
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Review published. 🙌
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Added an edit about the wireless charging.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Reaper1337:
60€!!! For the S23 Ultra Version???

That's just a rip off!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
I agree, that's expensive for a case, but I've seen worse (in term of pricing and build quality).
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Yannn:
i've baught this one, and it seems perfect

https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B0BRKGRN9D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Far too bulky for me (due to the card tray), but as long as you're satisfied, that's indeed perfect. 👌
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] fkofilee:
I have the Walnut version of this case and its great! I paid £49 from Amazon. Prices on Amazon cheaper than the website.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Nice to know! How's the walnut panel's quality? I was hesitating between the two, but chose the bamboo by nostalgia. 😃
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] fkofilee:
It really is gorgeous... So I own a Pixel 7 Pro and had the S22 Ultra.

I very rarely go for 3rd party cases. The only one I would normally consider is Bellroy - Their quality for me is mental.

But I thought about NOT upgrading from the S22U as the S23U didn't warrant it, Until I heard about Snapdragon etc which means for me till be a battery life champion. (Why does this matter?)

Well - I always loved the Moto X style stuff that Motorola did many moons ago. So I did some research and came across Mous. Had some spare dollar (GBP) sitting around and took the plunge... I was in love. I ditched my old S22U protective stand case (Official) and went full on Mous. It was soo good, I ditched my official case from Google and went with the Walnut one for the P7P too.

Then I upgraded, got my S23U on Friday the 10th Feb and decided to go with the same case for that.

I kid you not, the feel of the wood is so nice and the bumper case around it is very good quality. (I was going to go for your colour for the Pixel - But they didnt have it)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
I've heard about Bellroy, but never gave a try (yet?). Do you have one specific pick from them that you'd recommend?

I also had the S22U stand case, and used it... Two days? Was quite a disappointment (I'm really struggling with full-TPU cases, which is also why the Spigen case with UV printed internals also didn't make it as a daily choice).

For the Pixel 7 Pro, I was thinking about the one below, which is quite stunning on pictures and surely interesting in the sun. 🤔

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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] rishab_s:
Are you from Mous ? Looks like a paid placement?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] fkofilee:
I personally either would go Fabric or Wood. Thats it...

I miss the old fabric cases they made for Pixel :(

Bellroy only make Leather cases, they put Sammies official ones to shame.

Samsung Galaxy S23 & S22 Case | Slim Leather Samsung Phone Cover | Bellroy

This slim case protects your Samsung from bumps and scratches, and gives it a smooth leather touch that feels great in hand.

bellroy.com

I have had S22 Ultra, Pixel 6 Pro, and other Bellroy cases. They simply are just amazing.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] fkofilee:
I am not a paid shill for Mous. I genuinely agree with the review that the OP has put here, the product is very good IMHO.

Others may disagree and have had negative experiences which is completely understandable. Both sides of the coin! :)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
No, just sharing my experience with a brand I don't see the name often around here, and it's always a good thing to share these experiences, as it might help some people figuring out what they want to buy and keep instead of buying multiples cases they won't be happy with before finding the chosen one.

It's not guaranteed that I won't find a better brand to stick to in the future, but for now, MOUS is making my day. 😀

Ahah, same here. Though I prefer wood and leather over fabric (have you already checked Carved and OxyWood for wood + resin?).

Yes, I noticed the design was extremely similar to the official Samsung ones, so I don't think I'll give it a try until I change my S23U, as I already have a leather one. But I'll remember it for a future occasion, thanks. 😀
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] YoungSkeezy:
My biggest problem with this brand was the magnet strength. I have it for the Pixel 7 Pro and my magsafe stuff barely stick. I slapped on one of those magsafe metal rings and it's a TON better, but kinda defeats the purpose of the case. I think I'll just go naked with a dbrand skin and the metal ring this go around
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
Yeah, I noticed it was slightly weaker than one of my other case equipped with a third-party metal ring, I put it on the embedding depth, but I cannot be sure. My Spigen MagSafe wireless charger was sticking quite well, though. 😕
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] MoneyNotEnough:
How about the effect of the magnet on the S-pen? Any comments on that?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Jaxom84:
I've seen no effect/differences so far. And I had no issues with the Carved case and my S22U either. They advertise it as a magnet, but I'm quite sure it's only a magnetic compatible material (or alloy).
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] s4androiduser:
For a $70 dollar mous case, I would've expected the lip on the side of the case would be lot higher than the curved screen. Very disappointed.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] UltimateGamer83:
I have an unlocked boot loader and I know how to flash Graphene OS, Calyx OS, and unofficial Lineage build but have problems with flashing Evolution X(as it's only an OTA update), Satix OS and Stag os. Those others I'm having trouble with. I also put sdk platform tools as path. What am I doing wrong? And I could go back and install December and January stock firmware and still get errors.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Wi1son:
Assume you are installing EvoX via ADB sideload & not fastboot (per the instructions), so maybe try the previous platform tools prior to Feb.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] UltimateGamer83:
Yes. Do I set them to path? As I already know how to do that.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] schmeggy929:
Yes, If you are using Platform-tools 34.0.0 downgrade to V33.0.3. There is a bug on the latest platform-tools. There is a thread on this issue with information.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xunholyx:
Could you link the thread here please? I was about to update my platform-tools later today
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] schmeggy929:
https://xdaforums.com/t/platform-to...r-root-pixel-7-pro-cheetah-safetynet.4502805/
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
Hello friends.. I know this question has been hinted at in other threads, but on the off chance that this may lead to something, I wanted to get a definitive answer.

Like other US customers, I am saddened, insulted, and angered after receiving the final specifications of the X1a and X1i, having endured months of pushed-back release dates by SE, which basically state that I must choose between:

- crap video capture (X1a), or

- crap 3G support in my region (X1i)

Now, all emotions aside, we know that the video situation can't be remedied in the X1a, since this is a limitation of the inferior hardware.

The question is -- will it be POSSIBLE to remedy the 850MHz 3G situation in the X1i via ROM update? Or is this also a hardware limitation?

Any insight would be appreciated, thanks.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] norti:
And again: X1i has 850 MHz support, at least in Europe in the unbranded UK ROM it is definitely listed as GSM (1900+850) + UMTS (1900+850).
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
Thanks for the reply, Norti. To the best of my knowledge, it has been determined in numerous forums that what you are seeing is a generic Windows Mobile setting. You need it to switch between 1900/2100, but 850 is not actually supported by the X1i, even though it appears as part of the selection.

See: http://www.xperiax1.net/forum/xperia-x1/977-x1i-3g-umts-bands.html

Thanks.. anyone else?
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] norti:
OK sorry, I was not aware of this. Mobile operators tend to use two frequencies paired in Hungary (900+1800), maybe it's not so in other countries. But that still leaves the 850 MHz question in the X1i open.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] scar45:
Hey guys, I'm an X1i user in Canada faced by this same problem. I am also truly hoping for the possibility to unlock UMTS 850mhz on the X1i via a radio ROM flash from the X1a. I've heard that users of the Touch Diamond/Pro/HD are in a similar situation, but there has been no success yet.

Basically, the X1i DOES support 850mhz on the GSM band, however this will only get you EDGE or GPRS speeds. The X1i does NOT have support for the 3G (UMTS) band on 850mhz. Therefore, it only really half supports our networks over here.

Some users in the USA are lucky as they are in a 1900mhz UMTS zone, and since the X1i does support that 3G/HSDPA band, they are able to get 3G speeds. Problem is for me, 850mhz is predominant in my area, so my phone will always prefer to hop on that frequency, thereby eliminating my chances of connecting to 1900mhz and getting 3G.

Another possibility would be to force the phone to look for and use 1900mhz, even if the 850mhz towers were stronger. I think the possibility of this happening is less than flashing a new ROM to the X1i radio. The latter depends on whether or not the radio hardware can support different bands by a simple firmware change. I wouldn't hold my breath on this either, as I'm sure the two distinctions are made for a reason.

Anyways, I would LOVE to see it, so I can get 3G speeds up here, burn thru my data faster, and pay more money to the ONE GSM provider in Canada *bah*

Post any news in this thread if you hear of it!
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] dwebster83:
The X1a

Well the x1a does support vga video recording, just thought you would like to know that... besides consider which you would be using more video, or internet?
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
Yes but the VGA video is only 10 fps.

Both options suck, which is why I hate that SE is putting us to this decision.

Hopefully there is a hack to overcome the 850 prob. My question is only whether such a hack is even possible.

Thanks.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] dwebster83:
Uhh that sucks

Ok yeah you are definitly correct it is only about 10fpm... is this because of broadcomm patents?
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
From what I gather, yes.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] innoman:
It has pretty much been answered here; however, I can tell you beyond the shadow of a doubt... The X1i will absolutely not support UMTS Band V (or UMTS850). This is a hardware limitation of that model.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
Innoman -- I appreciate your response, and your level of certainty. I am aware that what you say seems to be the consensus.

Can you substantiate your statement in any way? Link to a schematic or paper showing that this is in fact a hardware limitation? Basically, can you please somehow back up what you are saying? Or is this an educated guess?

And assuming you are able to demonstrate this definitively, then next question arises: can the hardware in question be easily swapped?

My fear is that too many people will accept this important limitation without stopping to thoroughly question or understand it. So if you can prove your stance, please do -- and let this thread serve as the definitive answer to this question. (A question which I believe may have only been met with speculation thus far.) Don't forget, in terms of manufacturing, it is cheaper (and very common) to give sibling devices identical hardware, and control features in software. I have not been shown a document explicitly describing radio hardware differences between X1a and X1i -- I have only seen descriptions of differences in how the hardware functions, which could mean anything. (The video, of course, is a different issue). Maybe you can show me a document identifying the radio hardware in X1a and X1i, demonstrating that there is in fact a difference.

Thanks!
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] ianl8888:
The only way to achieve the level of certainty you are after is a hardware blueprint from either SE or HTC. Since neither of these organisations will publish this, your best bet is to find the FCC report on the X1i - this may list the actual hardware frequencies.

The Qualcomm Court-ordered permanent injunction is a fact (Case SACV 05-467 JVS RNB 31-12-2007 United States District Court District of California) - you can easily download the Court decision in PDF format. You will also note from this that any Qualcomm "workaround" is also subject to on-going Court examination and determinations.

Since then, HTC have deliberately crippled all their devices to ensure that the 850Mhz UMTS frequency is not available. Both HTC and SE will not state whether this is a hardware or firmware issue. My educated guess is that it is a hardware action as the 850Mhz frequency is still present in the firmware (in the Registry) but does not work. You will also note that the X1a is released well after the X1i - again, my educated guess is that this sequence has been done to test the market popularity of the X1 as against the amount of royalties payable to Broadcomm if the X1a is released in the US.

The Court injunction is only on devices actually sold in the US, but since the US is the main market for 850Mhz devices, countries like South Africa, South America and Australia also miss out.

The release of the X1a in the US and elsewhere, which includes the 850Mhz working frequency, will require Qualcomm to pay royalties to Broadcomm on any devices actually sold in the US. I cannot say whether devices privately imported into the US from elsewhere (say the UK) will be subject to US Customs action - I don't know.

The video fps is also crippled for the same reasons.

If you have flashed the Hard SPL on your X1i, I suggest you try flashing one of Jack Leung's ROM's to test the 850Mhz frequency. This should tell you definitively if it a hardware or firmware issue. (You can then always reflash your existing ROM if you have a copy of it).

The core problem is down to Qualcomm, not SE or HTC. Both of these latter organisations have done whatever they believe they need to do to minimise the impact of Qualcomm's convicted theft. SE UK repeat the line that there is NO X1i, X1 a etc - only an X1 (yes, I have chased this question down to that level). Do I believe them ? NO. I'm in Aus, with an X1 on order from a UK retailer that I am assured has a working 850Mhz frequency ... but if it doesn't, it goes back for a refund.
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] poorangus:
What is it about Jack Leung's ROM that would make it possible to test for 850? It is "Based on UK official rom (WWE)," so wouldn't it be subject to the same restrictions? (he doesn't claim to have affected frequency availability).

That FCC Report is a bear.

Also, was the crippling of the video a direct action, or a natural consequence of using the different chip (or both)?
[XPERIA X1 ROM Development] ianl8888:
@poorangus

"What is it about Jack Leung's ROM that would make it possible to test for 850? It is "Based on UK official rom (WWE)," so wouldn't it be subject to the same restrictions? (he doesn't claim to have affected frequency availability)."

You don't seem to get it - the 850Mhz restriction is limited to sales in the US (do try and read the US Court decision). So the UMTS frequencies for the UK X1 are not limited by law (this frequency is not used in the UK, but not because of the Court decision, so the ROM doesn't turn it off). Therefore if you try Jack's ROM and you still can't access 850Mhz, it is a hardware restriction in your device, not a firmware restriction.

Which is what you want to know. If you demonstrate to your satisfaction that it is hardware, no firmware trick can help.

"That FCC Report is a bear." I'm afraid that's your problem. Qualcomm has removed all hardware specs for the MSMxxx series from their website about 11 months ago.

"Also, was the crippling of the video a direct action, or a natural consequence of using the different chip (or both)?" See the above answer. You will not find a definitive hardware answer to this because Qualcomm will NOT publish it, OK?

Last time, I repeat that Qualcomm is the problem here, not SE or HTC or this sub-forum.