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You know what would be nice, a pinned topic with all relases available with downloadable links.
No comments what so ever just a place where anyone can go and choose a version that he like and download it.
Of course small description of realses OR link to orginal topic with description.
Not a mess
Searching is the key
Have a look on my signature
And it´s better that you come with a helpful idea to improve than just criticize
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it was making a point
You know what would be nice, a pinned topic with all relases available with downloadable links.
No comments what so ever just a place where anyone can go and choose a version that he like and download it.
Of course small description of realses OR link to orginal topic with description.
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helpful idea to improve NOT just criticize
and yes i know this thread form your signature
dont you think it would be a way more convinient to have a seperate thread or even section for apps? this forum is soooo big (a good thing) and really could use a good reorganizing just my point of view
It´s always nice to have new members with fresh ideas, but as we long time users, I got used to the way it is now, of course some changes would be nice and Admin are working on it, just visit the 1st sections.
So know better the site, use it, contribute and then you´ll have more idea what is really needed to improve.
Enjoy XDA!
This is why the Wiki was created. A good place for organising important things in a structured way.
sakej, please do use it and add to it, it will help us all and all future XDAers.
sure
take a look here
I felt the need to reply here so i just will do so.
I didnt wanna reply in your "Xda Apps" thread,so i'll say it here.
Don't be angry at me,but threads like that one,even if made with good intentions,are creating a mess. In my opinion.
Yes,that thread looks nice as a start,but sooner or later that thread will have 10,20,50 or 100 pages. So,when i come and wanna look for a program,what should i do. browse through these 100 pages.. or.. search. Well here is a better idea. older members here,created already in the wiki sections for free UNI programs. Why you didnt add them there ? It's all on one page,it has also some space for the description of the app. I contributed there with one app,palringo,not much but if everyone adds one,it will be pretty much complete. instead,we have a new thread/section for programs,one more now making the mess bigger,in my opinion. The way that thread started,it looks pretty much as a small start of something like http://www.freewarepocketpc.net , and there you have all. Same not tested on uni as in your "xda apps" thread. Consider this as a suggestion to try improve the existing database and system,for which,i'm sure,most of the members here think it works perfect. i'm one of them. Orb3000's sticky is perfect. Also,i even think it's great that the rom's are not put there as direct download links,rather as thread links,which is cool cuz i get with that click to remind myself what that rom is about when i see the post #1 from the creator of the rom. A direct DL link in the sticky would be bad,in my opinion. In conclusion,i came here recently as a NOOOOB,i read a lot,searched,learned the system quick,and for me it's perfect,i have no reason at all to ask any questions about anything,cuz really,all is already written and said. All in the wiki and in orb3000's sticky In my opinion
But.. i hope i'm wrong. I hope your thread becomes the real thing that we need,so good luck
PalDragan - you may be right with this one, or partial right, but theres something in it for sure
I agree with this that direct links is not a great idea and current system is better for ROMs.
About a thread getting bigger and bigger with time, true thats why I've choose to include only 10 apps in one replay so with search peolpe should get better results (if you know what i mean).
About some apps NOT being tested... since there are lots of different roms available its imposible for anyone to test a full compatibility for a device.
Maybe wiki is a better way to do it maybe you have a right, lets other ppl comment on this
Anyway since Xda Apps was started 10 ppl allready find something there for them self and its on like for 3 hours
In the wiki here, the programs are put into some thematic order. It's easier to find what you want. Also, they are all recommended from people who have run them on their Universal (with notes if ROM specific). I like the idea of a screen shot, though.
My apologies, but XDA Apps thread seems to be a semi-useful collection of bits and pieces posted on various freebie sites for the past 5 years or so and serving nothing but the OP's inflated sense of self-importance. Not sure what makes it important enough for everyone here to pay attention or make it sticky, as OP hopes. Someone is power tripping, methinks...
Hello.
Today I was messing around with ROM Manager v2.0.1.6, went into "Download ROM", then "Extras", and saw two different ROMs available for download.
One being, "Superuser 2.2.2 cd Cupcake/Donut" and the other being "Superuser 2.2.2 ef Eclair/Froyo"
Anyone know what this is about?
I have a Samsung Captivate that has been rooted.
Thanks!
It's just an update to the Superuser application here is the link to xda article which has the thread link in it.
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/superuser-app-updated-to-version-2-3/
I forgot to mention I just updated it on my Nexus One and it looks great it is very cleaned up. I haven't gotten to my Captivate yet, but then again just got off work and still running the daily xda ritual of skimming through XDA threads and updating/downloading/flashing mods. I will let you know how it looks on the Captivate, but I am sure it is exactly the same as the Nexus One and it looks great def a good upgrade, but then again ChainsDD always does a great job on Superuser.
....and one more thing my friend you really should think about asking questions like these in the "Captivate General" so this section doesn't get bogged down as it is really hard for people to have to go through hundreds of threads. You might want to check out the Forum and Market Place Rules admin mikechannon did an awesome job of creating a thread that explains things a little better. Give it a read and please don't take my reply the wrong way just looking after my fellow XDAers. mikechannon has currently taken on the job as admin and this place has been out of control so let others know as well cause he really is doing an awesome job! Here is the link give it a run through
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?f=706
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....and one more thing my friend you really should think about asking questions like these in the "Captivate General" so this section doesn't get bogged down as it is really hard for people to have to go through hundreds of threads. You might want to check out the Forum and Market Place Rules admin mikechannon did an awesome job of creating a thread that explains things a little better. Give it a read and please don't take my reply the wrong way just looking after my fellow XDAers. mikechannon has currently taken on the job as admin and this place has been out of control so let others know as well cause he really is doing an awesome job! Here is the link give it a run through
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?f=706
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That's odd, all other devices to my knowedge have a Q/A section for questions...But the captivate only has a General...
So yes, gk527, post Questions in the general section, it really does help
I've tapped ATW to move it for us
Sorry for the misplacement. I figured since it was Android development based, I'd ask here.
Thanks for the information!
Common misunderstanding. Welcome to the community
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Sorry for the misplacement. I figured since it was Android development based, I'd ask here.
Thanks for the information!
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I actually did the exact thing when I got my Nexus One a few months back. It happens to all of us I hope you didn't take my advice the wrong way. There are a lot of people that are really rude and won't put up with it so I thought I would let you know. Like the other guy said welcome to the community.
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I actually did the exact thing when I got my Nexus One a few months back. It happens to all of us I hope you didn't take my advice the wrong way. There are a lot of people that are really rude and won't put up with it so I thought I would let you know. Like the other guy said welcome to the community.
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No offense taken. I have no problem when someone tells me I did something wrong. It's when they're being an a$$ about it is when it pisses me off.
No problems here.
Thanks for the welcoming.
Ok, it's pretty sad that the SGS4G forum has the issues that is does. I have another phone and have been in it's XDA forum as well, to see that people in there aren't as lazy and stupid as some are in this forum. They actually READ the OP, search for answers to their questions before posting them and when they cannot find the answers, then they post to the forum in the appropriate spots with logcat (if available) included! Amazing isn't it... This is why we have lost DEVs. STUPIDITY!
Did you know (and I speak form experience) that if you do not read and follow an OP on how to flash a ROM you could end up with:
1) A bricked phone (super hard bricked too... meaning, NON RECOVERABLE!)
2) A trashed sim card (yeah, I know it isn't that abd, but it is still a pain in the ass to call and deal with customer support to order a new one and then go to the store to pick it up or skip the call and go down to your service provider and pay up to 35 bucks for a new one... that can get pricey after just a few "I do what I want" flash mistakes.
3) A bad flash resulting in an unstable unusable ROM. And then when you decide to flash it correctly, you have lost that time...forever... Oh, and let's not forget the time and space you wasted on here asking the same question 300 other dummies already asked.
There are so many BAD possibilities that could result in not following directions. Didn't your momma teach you to follow directions? There was a reason for it! Plus, didn't your daddy teach you to help yourself first, and then when you had exhausted all options, ask for help?
Granted, I have made these same mistakes before. But I have learned. But there just seems to be SOOOOOOO many of you that just don't get it! To the point that I have actually seen some one ask the a question by quoting the post that contained the answer! That is purely STUPID!
Is this a flame? You damn right it is! But I am not only here to vent my frustrations out on you, but to help you.
Read the rules aka The Ten Commandments, they are simple and easy to follow (I will make a pictorial upon request):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310270
If you are Noob, which means you have never, or only done it once or twice, flashed a ROM, theme, etc, here is a great link for you to ask many of your questions:
Universal Question Solver
Now before you post in the DEV section assuming you have trolled and spam other forums, use this link to guide you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=979109
Read the ENTIRE OP for christs sake!
After all that is done, like maybe 10-20 minutes of your time then post a thread IN THE APPROPRIATE SECTION, or reply to a thread with your questions or issues WITH A LOGCAT! Oh, and it doesn't have to be the entire logcat, just the part that pertains to your issue. If you do not know how to read your logcat, you can always post it for free, after registering, here:
pastebin.com
Please guys, FOR THE LOVE OF OUR PHONES, lets try to lay nicely and by the rules...
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Ok, it's pretty sad that the SGS4G forum has the issues that is does. I have another phone and have been in it's XDA forum as well, to see that people in there aren't as lazy and stupid as some are in this forum. They actually READ the OP, search for answers to their questions before posting them and when they cannot find the answers, then they post to the forum in the appropriate spots with logcat (if available) included! Amazing isn't it... This is why we have lost DEVs. STUPIDITY!
Did you know (and I speak form experience) that if you do not read and follow an OP on how to flash a ROM you could end up with:
1) A bricked phone (super hard bricked too... meaning, NON RECOVERABLE!)
2) A trashed sim card (yeah, I know it isn't that abd, but it is still a pain in the ass to call and deal with customer support to order a new one and then go to the store to pick it up or skip the call and go down to your service provider and pay up to 35 bucks for a new one... that can get pricey after just a few "I do what I want" flash mistakes.
3) A bad flash resulting in an unstable unusable ROM. And then when you decide to flash it correctly, you have lost that time...forever... Oh, and let's not forget the time and space you wasted on here asking the same question 300 other dummies already asked.
There are so many BAD possibilities that could result in not following directions. Didn't your momma teach you to follow directions? There was a reason for it! Plus, didn't your daddy teach you to help yourself first, and then when you had exhausted all options, ask for help?
Granted, I have made these same mistakes before. But I have learned. But there just seems to be SOOOOOOO many of you that just don't get it! To the point that I have actually seen some one ask the a question by quoting the post that contained the answer! That is purely STUPID!
Is this a flame? You damn right it is! But I am not only here to vent my frustrations out on you, but to help you.
Read the rules aka The Ten Commandments, they are simple and easy to follow (I will make a pictorial upon request):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310270
If you are Noob, which means you have never, or only done it once or twice, flashed a ROM, theme, etc, here is a great link for you to ask many of your questions:
Universal Question Solver
Now before you post in the DEV section assuming you have trolled and spam other forums, use this link to guide you:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=979109
Read the ENTIRE OP for christs sake!
After all that is done, like maybe 10-20 minutes of your time then post a thread IN THE APPROPRIATE SECTION, or reply to a thread with your questions or issues WITH A LOGCAT! Oh, and it doesn't have to be the entire logcat, just the part that pertains to your issue. If you do not know how to read your logcat, you can always post it for free, after registering, here:
pastebin.com
Please guys, FOR THE LOVE OF OUR PHONES, lets try to lay nicely and by the rules...
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Nice
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20030358
This has been my homework lately. I think it would help the community to read the same thing. Although it may not really matter. As the warden in Cool Hand Luke so eloquently said, "Some men you just can't reach." I'm also going to try and learn how to read the darn things so I can try to help out even further. But since I'm not terribly familiar with Linux commands it may take a little while.
Thread bump. And sorry dude but the world needs more bass
http://notreble.com
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Jules is it necessary to quote long post? Really?
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thomas
I here you. It's been done before. People just don't get it. Vent away though.
Jules
What lumin said. A simple nice would have sufficed.
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Thread bump. And sorry dude but the world needs more bass
http://notreble.com
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Thank you Bassmanjames... For being the prime example of the f**king jackasses that I am talking about. What the hell does a site about bass guitars adn crap have to do with anything I said. I am glad I put this up... We shall call this training for dumbies like you!
And to give you and the rest of your clan a little insight... I use to be totally against the flame... But now I see why it happens... Go troll on crackberry or something...
Jules
I trully believe you have good intentions and you want to become this phone dev, but you write too much, quote too much and generally flud all the threads.
I don't think it helps you on the long run. If you want to be a dev - read, search, then read and search and if you really have to, post a private message, otherwise you seem like a noob calling yourself a dev in progress.
Read the 'how to decompile an apk' in the modding forum and all the 'how to make a custom ROM' general forum threads, download root explorer for the trial and error and notepad++ for the updater script and make a productive contribution to the community.
Good luck.
Sent from me
Just want to throw out there that as bad as this forum may seem, its a hella lot better than some.
I got so sick of the g2x forums I flamed someone (which I make a point to avoid doing) and came back to this phone! (course the main reason is cause this is just a superior device in every way)
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SMH. This is what gives XDA a bad name.
+1 Thomas
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well you sure do have a point - 10x for that.
Hopefully people will read and internalize it.
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Thank you Bassmanjames... For being the prime example of the f**king jackasses that I am talking about. What the hell does a site about bass guitars adn crap have to do with anything I said. I am glad I put this up... We shall call this training for dumbies like you!
And to give you and the rest of your clan a little insight... I use to be totally against the flame... But now I see why it happens... Go troll on crackberry or something...
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LOL glad i could help. Your welcome everyone needs to vent once in a while. I have already participated in many general threads about this topic and in accordance with the rules why did you start another? It is sad that the general populous can't search or feels so entitled they don't think they should have to; but, such is life sir, as you can see.
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The forum is a great tool...
but posting in the wrong forum can ruin it :-(
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Lol nice there thomas. Also, I agree about quoting long posts. I use to cut them just to let the people know what I'm answering or just mention @username and write. Also, no need for signatures or wether you are sending the post from xda premium or free or whatever phone.
In my opinion, this forum sucks because of little moderation by those who can. Threads and posts need to be deleted every now and then. I have made a ticket with xda regarding this but they told me to use the report button... bah. We all have to admit than sometimes threads get to the 1000's post and its difficult to keep track of every post so one has to ask same question because of the useless crap posted and I understand doesn't have an option.
Anyway, if I got to be a noob or a disturbing person... sorry, not my intention as I use to read more than post. If I flamed you... well you probably deserved it and I'm not sorry. I hope this forum gets some massive clean up one day and to see everything organized.
At the end of the day a forum is used to post... and people will post what they want even if its crap like what I just wrote in this post. Lol
chris31jct said:
At the end of the day a forum is used to post... and people will post what they want even if its crap like what I just wrote in this post. Lol
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+1000 man!
Take note how I cut down the quote peeps. I left just the meat and potatoes... In the army, we have what is called the K.I.S.S. method...
Keep
It
Simple
Stupid
I still think that this forum needs more Operatives or Moderator watching out for the forum...
too bad there is only one
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Also, no need for signatures or wether you are sending the post from xda premium or free or whatever phone.
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It just keeps piling on, pretty soon someone will say there's no need for posting actual posts.
BTW, if you're going to suggest there's no need for signatures, please remove yours
Yes, I'm being sarcastic, but I think some of this is getting out of hand, one extreme to another. From little policing, by those that should, to over policing by those who re self-appointed, Vigilante's as it were.
There are moderators, there are tools to be used for reporting specific threads or posts in case they are overlooked.
Use those tools enough and the PTB's will start paying more attention to this forum maybe, and keeping it a bit more cleaned up.
Our mod seems to have a lot of other forums to police as well... so maybe we can end up with one who has more time to keep an eye on this place.
Core618 said:
It just keeps piling on, pretty soon someone will say there's no need for posting actual posts.
BTW, if you're going to suggest there's no need for signatures, please remove yours
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I mean the signature from the phone "Sent from T959 using Xda..." you know... not the one here. My bad.
Anyway I stated that people can and will post whatever they want, either be a good post or one ready to get flame. I was just saying my opinion. No offense intended.
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I mean the signature from the phone "Sent from T959 using Xda..." you know... not the one here. My bad.
Anyway I stated that people can and will post whatever they want, either be a good post or one ready to get flame. I was just saying my opinion. No offense intended.
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None taken, it's extremely hard to offend me anyway.
The XDA app and Tapatalk both add that little signature line by default. It's a single line and takes up less space than most other signatures (my own included, although I did drop my graphic at least)
And yea, people will be people, no matter what the rest of us say or do we're going to continue to see peeps that don't bother to search, they just want someone to spoonfeed them.
They are the same people who, after reading app and/or rom descriptions install/flash and then complain it's not what they expected, and they want this/that/or the other added to it, or removed from it, and they want it now.
Mostly this is because the whole world revolves around them, and these devs are here solely to provide them with everything, for free, without complaint, in a timely manner (timely being instantly!)
No matter how many posts are made referencing the proper way to do things, these same people will ignore them, because they know that the rules don't apply to them, those rules are for the 'other people', the ones the world doesn't revolve around.
So I use my own rules in regards to those wonderful folks. I flag/report the trolls, point out threads that need removed, help those that seem truly lost, yet not demanding, point others to the door.
The mods do respond, usually pretty quickly, to reported threads and posts. They just seem to stealth in and handle it.
I made use of it last night for a thread, when I got up this morning, the thread was gone.
Hey guys,
I am not really sure if this is the right place or even the right forum.
My best friend wants to apply for this job and asked me if I could post a question for him.
I am not allowed to post links yet so just google App Developer bei Headmatch.
I'll post the link as soon as I can.
He fullfills almost all the requirements listed in this ad apart from one:
he totally lacks job experience. He works as a webdeveloper but in his freetime he enjoys to develop apps and I think he is pretty good at it.
Do you think he should apply. Do you think they'll take him seriously if he tells them what I told you?
Thanks, I'd be really glad if I get some feedback from you.
ITbavaria
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Thread moved to Q&A due to it being a question. Would advise you to read forum rules and post in correct section.
Failure to comply with forum rules will result in an infraction and/or ban depending on severity of rule break.
Thanks for moving the thread.
It wasn't on purpose and I hope to get some feedback in this subforum...
ITbavaria
ITbavaria said:
Hey guys,
I am not really sure if this is the right place or even the right forum.
My best friend wants to apply for this job and asked me if I could post a question for him.
I am not allowed to post links yet so just google App Developer bei Headmatch.
I'll post the link as soon as I can.
He fullfills almost all the requirements listed in this ad apart from one:
he totally lacks job experience. He works as a webdeveloper but in his freetime he enjoys to develop apps and I think he is pretty good at it.
Do you think he should apply. Do you think they'll take him seriously if he tells them what I told you?
Thanks, I'd be really glad if I get some feedback from you.
ITbavaria
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So, here is the link to the job add, maybe someone could help me now...please :fingers-crossed:
http://www.headmatch.de/de/stellensuche/1/278/it/app-developer
thanks!!!
That's a good question and one that many people here might like to know.
There's a lot of talent here, but can those people get hired?
I think that one of the stumbling block might be lack of experience,
both collaborating with people and using collaborative software (SVN, CVS, Git).
I'd like to hear from somebody who actually hires, somebody who will say,
"Yes, I'll hire somebody clever and not throw their résumé away just because they don't know XYZ yet".
Unfortunately in this economy I think that many managers want to play it safe
with some dirge who has been doing the same job already for 5 years.
Hey,
thanks a lot for your comment and feedback
It would be nice if employers would think that way
Renate NST said:
I'd like to hear from somebody who actually hires, somebody who will say,
"Yes, I'll hire somebody clever and not throw their résumé away just because they don't know XYZ yet".
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But I fear that's not the case.
Is there anyone in this forum who made a different experience???
ITbavaria
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Anyway, I think I'll take a chance and apply for this job.
I guess there's nothing to lose.
And if there's isn't anyone who could actually help me, all I can do is try...
I think it depends on the individual's ability to illustrate and prove their drive and commitment to their craft. Experience is always preferable, but someone truly commited and promising is an equally valuable asset, as well.
Google is the dream company to work with for many people that aspire to do <strong>great</strong> things in their careers and lives. Both people with experience and without, like yourself and myself and anyone else reading this thread and asking the same question. That being said, it's better to be <i>more</i> prepared than your competition if you lack the experience they have. It's great to be self-driven and be able to learn a subject or trade on your own time. Employers don't look for visionaries during a job interview, they look for competence. Demonstrate your competence to get the job done as well as your proficiency in the professional skills required to do it. Beyond that, it's in their hands to pick whoever they see fit for the job.
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I have had a few people get down on me because i feel if someone has a answer, and they put more time and energy into telling you all the reasons why they shouldn't/can't help. It just seems down right mean. I thought these forums were a place of sharing and learning to help one and another. It just seems like it is becoming less of that as time progresses. not everyone here is a "Phone wiz" and that's why they come, seeking knowledge. So what if the question has been answered already? XDA is not a small web site in its infancy anymore. It has a lot of information to surf thru. All I am saying is you know the answer is a simple do this, or see this post would be great, instead of google it, or you need to look harder. Are people that full of themselves that they are to above everyone to help some noob out? Everyone was a noob at some point. My point is lets try to help each other instead of help ourselves only. There is a good saying I once heard, "watch who you step on , on your way to the top, because they won't be there to catch you when you fall". :highfive:
Many people help on this site.... All the time and everywhere. But the ones who find help easy are the ones who also try to to help themselves first. They research, search and do their best to find answers...and then they ask for help when they're stumped.
The ones that have trouble getting help, are the ones who log in...find a thread or make one, reading nothing, searching for nothing and ask for help.
XDA is about learning, and sharing work... It's not a quick stop tech support help desk. If someone can't put in an effort to read, read... And read some more before they decide to start messing with their expensive device... Then this is not the hobby for them.
Most experienced members can spot the difference quickly between the types I've mentioned, and they interact accordingly.
Also, the site has rules... And one particular rule is not followed as often as it should be unfortunately...... That would be rule number 1: Search before posting.
And so... I'm going to close this thread now, because I can guarantee this will not be a constructive discussion. :good:
Regards,
Darth
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