yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus] blackhawk:
Samsung. The N10+ captures great images and has enough storage to house them. More importantly it has expandable storage. Meanwhile Samsung keeps making larger image files with less storage space. It's a sick joke. You'll use cloud and love it... sounds like MS and Google.

Not sure if a 3rd party cam app can do much better especially now that Samsung had gone AI insane. I don't like the AI on the N10+ and disable it. Samsung has integrated even more AI in latter models into their image processing*.

For starters you could try disabling AI as much as possible and see how much this helps... or not.

In any case you're not alone. Lots of irritated Samsung shooters out there. Personally I'm sick of Samsung's bs, their endless hype and lame excuses. They are out of touch with a large segment of their users because of this.

*Canon cams even in the 2006 allowed you to adjust the base settings for jpeg images like sharpness for example.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus] ByePolarBear:
Thanks, blackhawk!
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bibikalka:
So I have this 1st gen BL unlocked Fire 4K stick purchased at the end of ~2018. I unlocked it with the shorting method back in time (~2021).

Anyway, recently it just went dead - no display at all. I re-ran the unlock, using the more advanced no-shorting approach with kamakiri-mantis-v2-0-1-zip

It worked! Everything came back. But only lasted a couple of weeks - then gave a bunch of errors.

I tried to reformat /cache and /data partitions in TWRP, got errors right away. dd command seemed to write to these partitions OK, or so I thought. Tried to clone these from another working stick of the same gen - and realized that both cache & data turned read only, and don't take anything via dd.

Tried mmc-utils from here :

[EMMC CORRUPTION FIX] HOW-TO Recover EMMC Bricked Kindle Fire 1st Gen [2013-08-20]

* WARNING: This post contains very loose instructions for COMPLETELY erasing the MMC chip on the Kindle Fire 1st Gen. USE WITH CAUTION * THIS IS NOT FOR KINDLE FIRE 2 USERS WHO HAVE BRICKED IN SOME WAY. THIS IS FOR KINDLE FIRE 1ST GEN USERS...

xdaforums.com

This downloaded binary mmc-utils does run, but does not appear to have an option to clear read only status.

Any more suggestions?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bullet Saloon:
I have a Fire Stick 4K Ultra that was so messed up, it wouldn't get past the black screen with white Fire TV logo. I tried every trwp and fastboot wipe, as well as flashing stock roms, and backups. NOTHING.

I dove in and used this method posted by bibikalka >>MTK Client<<

I got it up and running on Ubuntu 20.4, and wiped all partition. After,I chose a random stock rom (6.2.7.6) and flashed it in twrp recovery. It worked!!

View attachment 6088614

Thanks to Sus_i and bibikalka for their input. Big props go to hasobist for the encouragement to learn Ubuntu (Linux), and to keep trying. XDA community is AWESOME!!
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bibikalka:
Happy to hear it worked for you! This suggests me to maybe try a full wipe/restore of my bad stick too, who knows, it might start working if all flash is redone.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bullet Saloon:
Launch MTK GUI. Select Flash Tools category and do a a full backup>>Select generate and save KEYS. Leave Flash Tools category and choose>>>Delete Partitions category from top menu>>Select All>>Delete. Next, go back to Kamakari and do ./bootrom-step.sh and install twrp. Back in twrp select Wipe>>Advanced Wipe>>and put a check mark for System>>Repair or Change File System>>Change File System>>and set to ext4. Do the same steps for Data and Cache. Then install any random stock rom below 6.2.8.0. Next you need to get into fastboot mode (./gpt-fix.sh) and erase boot. Then flash the stock boot.bin from your chosen stock zip file.

Good luck :)
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bibikalka:
Did you wipe the partition table too by any chance? I need a full re-init of the flash memory - that's probably the only chance.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bullet Saloon:
In MTK, I selected Partitions>>Select All>>Delete. After that, I was still able to to do ./bootrom-step.sh and install twrp recovery. It worked and fixed my stick :)

Good luck.
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bibikalka:
OK - I checked what mtkclient does. When one selects "wipe partitions", it'll preserve RPMB/PL - so there is a way to talk to it again later.

Then kamakiri will write RPMB/PL/LK/TEE/TWRP - and one can load the other partitions later in TWRP. It probably does not overwrite GPT or anything when wiping.

Just notice that your fixed stick will probably die again fairly soon. If the "permanent" partitions were getting flash errors, it's probably not long for this world ...

Mine became read only in /data, /cache, I guess I could try to wipe the other ones and have them disappear for good too :D
[General Topics] physwizz:
A25 5g

TWRP post#1

TWRP Installation Instructions post#2

Custom kernel post#3

Patched boot.img post#4

TWRP

Exynos 1280

For Android 14

Patched vbmeta.img included

For testing

Release V1 · physwizz/a25x-TWRP-11-dt

A25 5g TWRP Patched vbmeta.img included For testing Installation https://t.me/a127f_res/142 Code https://github.com/physwizz?tab=repositories =========================== A12s Channel: https://t.me...

github.com
[General Topics] physwizz:
Custom kernel for A256N u1

Kernel source code

GitHub - physwizz/A256N-U-u1

Contribute to physwizz/A256N-U-u1 development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

Installing physwizz custom kernels

INSTALL AT YOUR OWN RISK

I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BRICKED PHONES

But I will help any well-mannered person to recover.

Note: physwizz kernels work best with debloated stock or with wizzROM

Other custom ROMs may not be supported.

If you don't like my kernel then clone my source and build your own.

Note: Some magisk modules can help oc the device

A. Preparation

1. Root the phone

2. Compress your patched boot.img to make boot.tar

3. Copy boot.tar to PC

Note: If you have previously installed a custom dtbo, you may need to flash stock dtbo

B. Installation

Method 1

Install from twrp

Reboot to recovery

Backup boot and dtbo (if available)

Install kernel zip or boot.img

Wipe both caches

Reboot

Method 2

Install kernel from terminal.

1. Download magisk module (magic flash zip) https://github.com/Magisk-Modules-Alt-Repo/magic-flash

2. Install module and reboot.

3. Open terminal.

4. Navigate to folder containing kernel zip.

Use

ls to list contents

and

cd to change directories

5. Type su

6. Type flash kernel zip

7. Reboot

Method 3

Using ADB

Install adb tools on pc

Connect phone to PC in normal mode

Copy zip file to adb folder on pc

Open terminal on pc

Navigate to adb folder

Type

adb sideload file-name.zip

Method 4

Using boot.img

Install AIK Mobile from magisk modules

Use rootexplorer to access

/data/local/AIK-MOBILE

Add patched boot.img and tap unpackimg.sh

Exit the folder and return to see the files.

Edit the files (eg to add a new Image

rename Image to boot.img-zImage and insert in split-image folder)

Tap repackimg.sh

Rename new_image.img to boot.img

Compress boot.img to boot.tar

Copy boot.tar to PC

Reboot phone to download mode

Install boot.tar from odin

Method 5

Using a second phone

1. Prepare boot.img as in Method 4.

2. Use heimdall

Method 6

Try bugjaeger mobile adb-usb otg app from playstore

C. Removal

Method 1

Reboot to recovery

Restore boot and dtbo

Reboot

Method 2.

Reboot phone to download mode

Install patched boot.tar or patched-ap.tar from odin

@physwizz
[General Topics] physwizz:
Patched boot.img for root

Flash this file from Odin after unlocking bootloader
[General Topics] rariox:
I tried to do it with step 4, however it is not possible to achieve it. I have the following message: Cause Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed (VBMETA)
[General Topics] physwizz:
You didn't patch ap file correctly
[General Topics] rariox:
Thanks for your answer, it's probably that I haven't patched correctly, but I tried several times on the A25, it crashes at the message: "Cause Only official released binaries are allowed to be flashed (VBMETA)", and then I have to flash the A25 again. firmware with ODIN to regain full access to the device.

Could you help me by recapping step by step what I should do to have the A25 device rooted? I have followed the steps but they are abundant and maybe I missed some or some of the steps are not described.

I have the following resources:

ODIN: Odin3 v3.14.1

a25x-twrp.tar

magisk_patched-26105_Ex7OQ.tar

SAMFW.COM_SM-A256E_BVO_A256EXXS2AXCC_fac.zip

zarchiver-For a515f boot.apk
[General Topics] physwizz:
Did you unlock bootloader before you flashed

magisk_patched-26105_Ex7OQ.tar
[General Topics] Freq55:
my a25 5g is bricked. Error verifying vbmeta image invalid vbmeta header (6).

Where is the vbmeta.img that you mentioned in the post? Could flashing your vbmeta fix my phone?

Thanks.

*EDIT* I managed to flash your recovery and vbmeta. The error screen is gone now but i am stuck in a bootloop. Any ideas? :'(
[General Topics] physwizz:
Flash stock recovery.img
[General Topics] Freq55:
Thanks for your quick answer. now it says load_boot_images: Invalid Magic.

NOTE: I have EU phone. my model is SM-A256B, i can only find firmwares for SM-A256E
[General Topics] physwizz:
Reflash firmware from odin
[General Topics] Freq55:
Unfortunately i cannot find firmware for my phone. I have SM-A256B/DSN, region: EUX

Maybe if I try flashing a custom rom?
[General Topics] physwizz:
Samfw.com
[General Topics] Freq55:
Only for SM-A256E. Not SM-A256B. I checked Chimera Tool and it indeed has my firmware available but the software costs 70euros. I just gave it to a local shop and they are repairing it right now for 25 euros. That was a pain. The community needs an EUX firmware for SM-A256B/DSN !!!
[General Topics] fkofilee:
There is a Firmware for A256B.

View attachment 6103212

View attachment 6103213

It does exist :)
[General Topics] Freq55:
My version is not the same as frija's tho. Only Chimera has it and happened to get my hands on it. I can share with whoever is in need. Baseband: A256BXXS1AXA2
[General Topics] fkofilee:
AXD1 is the latest firmware - The one im Frija is the one you need - Just because it has DSN at the end - ITS THE SAME DEVICE! ¬_¬

Mine was also same model as yours
[General Topics] Crypt sowad:
hu
[General Topics] anirudhts:
turn it off for while, then push both volume buttons while plugging into a computer, then go from there
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
LineageOS org

anyone here who are using original LineageOS 21 ?

so far it seems better than stock from Google.

Lineage team are finally made easy steps to install it without any errors and missing steps.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fabiodifa:
I'd like too to test Lineage on my Pixel 8 Pro. I am on last stock (march update): is it possible or is it mandatory to be on February stock?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] CDI-78:
I'm on official lineage 21 lineage-21.0-20240315

LineageOS Downloads

download.lineageos.org

everything works perfectly, I just reinstalled the basic camera,

@fabiodifa I'll wait for the next weekly, the changelog is huge

I don't think being on february stock is a problem, just have the bootloader unlocked and follow the instructions.

For my part I follow this protocol,

adb devices

adb reboot bootloader

fastboot flash boot boot.img

fastboot flash dtbo dtbo.img

fastboot flash vendor_kernel_boot vendor_kernel_boot.img

fastboot flash vendor_boot vendor_boot.img

fastboot reboot recovery

wipe data

adb sideload lineage.zip

adb sideload NikGapps.zip

adb sideload Magisk-v27.0.zip

reboot

enjoy
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fabiodifa:
Thanks for the answer. Wich camera did you install? Are the pixel features (camera stuffs, ok Google, Wallet, ecc...) working properly?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] CDI-78:
I've installed the stock camera, "pixel photo module".

I don't use the banking apps, but if you're not root, you shouldn't have any problems.

you can reinstall all stock apps via the playstore if you flash minimalist gapps

NikGapps - Browse /Releases/NikGapps-U/07-Mar-2024 at SourceForge.net

A Custom Google Apps Package that Suits Everyone Needs!

sourceforge.net
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
I have got MindTheGapps, works well, and it suggested on LineageOS org

Releases · MindTheGapps/14.0.0-arm64

Contribute to MindTheGapps/14.0.0-arm64 development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Pixel86:
Are the onboard AI features included with the Pixel 8 Pro builds?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
hard to say yet,

Google camera, Google photos works fine,

magic erase works.

gemini assistant works.

what else should I test ?

I barely use any ai Google features.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] dukespaw:
Does face unlock work?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
no face unlock option in the settings.

Never even used that feature ever :)
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] dukespaw:
Thanks. It's not a huge thing but it's very convenient.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
google thermometer with body temperature other than in usa finally works.

you need to install "google thermometer app" as a system app.

and

you need to use "Carrier_Vanity_Name.1.1.apk" and set "us" for body temperature to work.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] x111:
"Pixel Xpert" works but not all options can take in effect and when applying some options it causes soft reboot.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] PeterGuru:
I’m not sure if the folks at Lineage read these threads, but I’ve discovered a small glitch in the March 15 update. It could simply be my phone, or it could be with other people as well.

I’m currently running LineageOS 21 on my Pixel 8 Pro and it’s working like a charm, with the following exception:

If I go into Settings > System > Status bar and change the clock position to the Right side, then all my persistent status bar icons on the LEFT side disappear every time I swipe down on the notification shade. Again, only the LEFT side icons. The typical icons on the right side remain intact, such as the wifi icon, the battery icon, the mobile network icon, etc.

The left icons only disappear when I select the right side for the clock and then return to the home screen. However, the moment I put the clock back to the left side, everything returns to normal. The icons do not then disappear after swiping down on the notification shade.

One more thing, even if I select the left side for the clock, if I then also select Auto hide (Hide clock if launcher is visible), the problem comes back, even though the clock is on the left side. Any persistent icons, or even new icons (for example, a new text message or email message) do not show on the status bar.

The ONLY way I can resolve this is to maintain LEFT position for the clock, and I DO NOT use the HIDE feature.

Peter
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fabiodifa:
Are the Pixel features (video boost, ok Google, ecc...) working properly?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] PeterGuru:
I can say for sure that "OK Google" is working perfectly. Concerning video boost, I'm not sure what you mean. Are you talking about HDR? If so, it works. Are there other Pixel features you want to know about?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fabiodifa:
I'm referring to the option of Google Cam that increase video quality.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] PeterGuru:
Again, you need to be more specific. The word "quality" is subjective. Do you mean the type of high definition, whether it be 1080p or 2160p? Both work well. Do you mean frames per second, whether 24FPS or 30FPS or 60FPS? All three work well. Do you mean HDR or SDR? Both work well.

I hope this helps.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Blaze1001:
Video Boost is Video Boost. The AI enhanced video optimization which you can toogle in video settings. No need to get more specific...
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] PeterGuru:
Unfortunately, in the camera that comes with LineageOS 21 for the P8P, there is no setting entitled Video Boost. Perhaps that's the reason for my confusion.
[Realme X50 Pro Questions & Answers] Donbrhom084:
Hello guys.

Sorry if my question is dumb but I have roots for almost two years and my phone updated by itself to Android 12 while on charger . The thing is I found my root gone after update ' Game guardian is not working ' .

How to root again ? Do I need the laptop or is there a way to root the phone again through the phone since it was rooted before the update?

Thanks in advance
[General Questions and Answers] SHREK800:
hi

how to hide password of a playlist with Televizo ?

thanks you
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Questions & Answers] hemimandan:
Has anybody seen anything like this in the Developers Options under WebView Implementation? This particular setting is from my Samsung S8+ VZW SM-G955U that I've upgraded to the most current FW G955USQU8DVC3. There are two options:

Chrome 122.0.6261.120

or

Android System WebView 74.0.3729.136 (disabled for user (415) 7XX-X637)

But the second option is greyed out. You can't choose this option. I'm setting this phone up for a friend so he can use it for his sweepstake casino games along with his daily use. He has one of those cheap, Obama phones that are slower than Molassis. Anyway, that is his number above that's disabled in the WVI in the DO. I have used his SIM in the phone one time to see if it was compatible but just that one time. No matter what SIM is in it now, the WebView Imp doesn't change. Everything else changes depending on the SIM carrier which is odd because it's supposed to be locked to VZW. Pop in a SIM associated with T-mobile restart and the T-mobile splash screen greets you. Switch it to a Tracphone SIM, restart it, it becomes VZW.
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] gompusas:
I'm facing a problem where my touchscreen doesn't work randomly. I have to lock and unlock it again to make it work again. If anyone know the problem, plus help me.Thanks.😁
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] schizophrenic.dev:
That's pretty much a hardware problem. Try restarting or even performing a hard reset. If the issue persists despite these attempts, then it's highly probable that it's indeed a problem with the hardware.
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] gompusas:
Already did,the problem is still there
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] schizophrenic.dev:
Yea zero hope for that, I guess it's time to upgrade your device, taking it to a tech for a fix just ain't worth it at this point.
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] ErSoul26:
I'm facing the same issue...

I have this possible solution in observation
[Redmi 9C Questions & Answers] ErSoul26:
Nah nvm... Didn't work neither.
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] kkashwin:
Hi,

Recently my Phone's motherboard conked off and had to be replaced. Have lost all my data - unfortunately I seem to have written down the Encryption key for the Samsung Cloud Backup wrong.

So now, post installing everything - I am no longer able to start cloud backup again. It keeps asking me for the key which I don't have and there is no visible option to reset the key.

Can anyone help to figure out how to reset the key for an Encrypted Samsung Cloud backup? I DON'T need the data that has already been backed up.

Thanks!

Ashwin
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] iceepyon:
Yeah, you would need to contact Samsung directly for assistance with regards to this issue
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] kkashwin:
Hi,

Thanks! Did that based on your suggestion. Samsung India is asking me to take the phone to the service Centre! Service Centre is saying factory reset! I got in to this problem because of the factor reset in the first place! :(

Is there any other option?

Ashwin
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] izephyr:
In the Same page here. There should have an option to reset this.
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] iceepyon:
In that case there is nothing much you can do
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] iceepyon:
A factory reset wouldn't do anything to help with your Samsung Cloud account. I do remember that Samsung Cloud was discontinued a few years ago and is now replaced with OneDrive. https://www.samsung.com/ae/support/...sync-samsung-cloud-drive-and-premium-storage/
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] volcolm:
Bumping because Samsung Cloud does still work for some things. I'm trying to figure out how to sanitize my device app backups but when it displays itemized lists of what's backed up it just shows a generic label like "contacts", "phone", "apps".

It doesn't let me click/browse within so I can actually see the contents or choose what to sync. Is it really all or nothing?
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] volcolm:
Deleting this second post, first is staying up.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Since Yesterday my phone is only doing cable charging .i am using my official samsung 25watt charger and original type c cable.

Need help asap.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] blackhawk:
Try another Samsung 25w brick and cable.

Try toggling fast charging on/off 3 times.

Is the C port clean?

If the battery temperature is below 60F fast charging will not engage. If the display is on same deal.

Is the battery capacity good ie good SOT or has it noticeably decreased over the months?

Any signs of battery swelling? Check the rear cover.

When Li's fail erratic or no fast charging can be a symptom. Batteries can fail at any time and typically last 1-3 years in a heavily used device.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
I tried other 25 watt charger and cable but it only show cable charging. I also tried to charge in safe mode but still cable charge show.

Sot is good ..im not a heavy user no gaming very limited watching videos too.

Also no signs of battery swelling.

It was charging perfectly suddenly since last day it does not show fast charging.

Yes port looks clean to me but still how should i clean it if there is any dust or else.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] blackhawk:
Use a soft bristle tooth brush to gently clean the port. If you have a blower bulb that helps. Do not use high pressure compressed air

Try another AC outlet on a different breaker circuit.

Try powering off the phone and check it's charge rate; slow charging approximately 1%@miniute, fast charging about 2%@minute in the 5-70% range.

It maybe a battery failure, the usual suspect. Li's can fail in a variety of ways, not all failures are the same. If the mobo power controller detects a fault condition in the battery fast charging will not engage.

Install DevChek and see what the temperature sensors are showing. A failed temperature sensor can cause fast charging to not engage.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
I checked the charging time after powering off.1% charge in 2 minute and on power on its the same.

I am attaching file please check.

Also should i drain battery to zero and then try to recharge.?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Bro I just visited samsung repair center.

They told me it is motherboard issue.

Is it possible?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] raul6:
Will it be repaired under warranty?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] blackhawk:
No check this: Sensors>temperature

View attachment 6084011
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Nope
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] blackhawk:
Yes mobos sometimes fail but that should be rare barring damage.

Check temp sensor readouts.

I would replace the battery first... if the readouts on all sensors are nominal.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
How do i check it brother?

Please tell
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Please chck this
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] blackhawk:
"Temperature 0" may be out of range.

How much does Samsung want for the repair?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] jonpjingleheimler:
Is there any chance a factory reset might help? It might be a bit of a hassle, but having to send it in for a possibly unnecessary repair will take longer. Just my two cents
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Temeperature 0 indicate which problem?

They are asking around 430usd
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] buttgi:
Already done that bro