I have recently purchased a second hand Samsung Galaxy Tab E (SM-T377W) from kijiji in Canada, but, to my dismay the FRP has been tripped. I have tried to follow ashyx and rootJunkie but even with an otg cable I am not able to access the settings/browser.
I have searched everywhere (I can think of) but am unable to find a stock firmware. any assistance would be appreciated.
Device:
Name: Samsung Galaxy Tab E
Model: SM-T377W
F/W: MMB29K.T377WVLU2API2 (gtesltebmc)
Country: Canada
I'm not sure what other info is useful, so I will reply as prompted.
Thanks in advance
IridianDesigns said:
I have recently purchased a second hand Samsung Galaxy Tab E (SM-T377W) from kijiji in Canada, but, to my dismay the FRP has been tripped. I have tried to follow ashyx and rootJunkie but even with an otg cable I am not able to access the settings/browser.
I have searched everywhere (I can think of) but am unable to find a stock firmware. any assistance would be appreciated.
Device:
Name: Samsung Galaxy Tab E
Model: SM-T377W
F/W: MMB29K.T377WVLU2API2 (gtesltebmc)
Country: Canada
I'm not sure what other info is useful, so I will reply as prompted.
Thanks in advance
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Hello and welcome to xda-assist,
FRP is a justified security measure to protect a stolen device, you surely know that..
XDA doesn't provide any help with bypassing security measures, best advice we can provide is to find a way to contact the original owner. Sorry but nothing we can do here to help.
Edit: even stock firmware won't reset the FRP, that's no option
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FRP is a justified security measure to protect a stolen device, you surely know that..
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Sam,
Thank you for your reply. I do understand the reasoning behind FRP and its role in the security measures related to the theft of devices. I have checked the IMEI with the blacklist maintained by the network providers here. The device has not been reported lost or stolen, I can provide the IMEI in a pm, if independent verification would allay your concerns.
As I'm sure you're no doubt aware, any security measure implementation invariably imposes restriction on legitimate use cases. Whilst I'm sure the boffins at Samsung and related manufacturers went to great lengths to minimise the impact, it would appear that the scenario I find myself in was not one of them.
I essentially purchased the phone from an online classified ad system. Your advice to contact the original owner was, funnily enough, one of the first I explored. Unfortunately, the ad has since been removed along with the contact information. Since I, myself, was unaware of FRP until this, I can believe that the seller was unaware also, so I don't suspect nefarious intent.
I was not familiar with FRP when I purchased the phone, and believed that checking the IMEI would ensure it hadn't been stolen. I have since researched the topic and now have a passing understanding of its strengths and shortcomings. I have not in my research found an official method to disable it. If you are aware of one I would appreciate a link.
Sam Nakamura said:
XDA doesn't provide any help with bypassing security measures, best advice we can provide is to find a way to contact the original owner. Sorry but nothing we can do here to help.
Edit: even stock firmware won't reset the FRP, that's no option
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I find your claim that XDA doesn't provide any help with bypassing security measures a tad hypocritical, as a simple search of XDA's own forums for 'FRP bypass' will yield at least 10 pages of results and anything more than a cursory glance at the threads will demonstrate that hypocrisy.
Thank you for letting me know that the firmware avenue I was pursuing would be fruitless, at least I can stop chasing that particular white rabbit.
I shall continue to research and at worst, I will become the victim of an actual theft.
P.S. On a side note, XDA IS a valuable resource. Thanks for all your efforts Dev's, keep up the great works
IridianDesigns said:
Sam,
Thank you for your reply. I do understand the reasoning behind FRP and its role in the security measures related to the theft of devices. I have checked the IMEI with the blacklist maintained by the network providers here. The device has not been reported lost or stolen, I can provide the IMEI in a pm, if independent verification would allay your concerns.
As I'm sure you're no doubt aware, any security measure implementation invariably imposes restriction on legitimate use cases. Whilst I'm sure the boffins at Samsung and related manufacturers went to great lengths to minimise the impact, it would appear that the scenario I find myself in was not one of them.
I essentially purchased the phone from an online classified ad system. Your advice to contact the original owner was, funnily enough, one of the first I explored. Unfortunately, the ad has since been removed along with the contact information. Since I, myself, was unaware of FRP until this, I can believe that the seller was unaware also, so I don't suspect nefarious intent.
I was not familiar with FRP when I purchased the phone, and believed that checking the IMEI would ensure it hadn't been stolen. I have since researched the topic and now have a passing understanding of its strengths and shortcomings. I have not in my research found an official method to disable it. If you are aware of one I would appreciate a link.
I find your claim that XDA doesn't provide any help with bypassing security measures a tad hypocritical, as a simple search of XDA's own forums for 'FRP bypass' will yield at least 10 pages of results and anything more than a cursory glance at the threads will demonstrate that hypocrisy.
Thank you for letting me know that the firmware avenue I was pursuing would be fruitless, at least I can stop chasing that particular white rabbit.
I shall continue to research and at worst, I will become the victim of an actual theft.
P.S. On a side note, XDA IS a valuable resource. Thanks for all your efforts Dev's, keep up the great works
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As much as understand your frustration, I only have your words and can't verify if true
About hypocrisy, remember that xda is huge and there might be the threads you mentioned but xda is more than one person, some do have no issues with this or some threads might be just unreported to the mods..
I'm a private person, I'm not employed by xda-assist or xda-developers so I have to draw my personal line which basically is "can't verify - can't help" that's all, nothing personal..
I mean you just can't expect official xda support from xda for breaking FRP when even the manufacturer denies it.. and deep insight you know that
Anyways, good luck
Sent from my Lenovo A3500-FL using XDA Labs
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As much as understand your frustration, I only have your words and can't verify if true
About hypocrisy remember that xda is huge and there might be the threads you mentioned but xda is more than one person, some do have no issues with this or some threads might be just unreported to the mods..
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Again I thank you for your response Sam,
Please don't misinterpret, I am frustrated with the situation, a much deeper conversation than necessary in this venue, not with XDA.
I mentioned in my reply that Canada has a Cellular Blacklist, for precisely the purpose of providing an independent means to verify the legitimacy of a device, thus facilitating private trade with accountability. To address your concerns I offered the IMEI in order for you to conduct your own verification. Cellular Blacklists are not a concept unique to Canada.
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For myself I'm a private person, I'm not employed by xda-assist or xda-developers so I have to draw my personal line which basically is "can't verify - can't help" that's all, nothing personal..
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I understand your personal stance and can respect a person who holds to their principles, especially when mine differ. I prefer to begin with trust until proven otherwise. I have been burned by that before though, hence checking the blacklist. I don't take it personally and I mean no disrespect to you.
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I mean you just can't expect official xda support from xda for breaking FRP when even the manufacturer denies it.. and deep insight you know that
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As I mentioned in my reply, XDA is an excellent resource, with a great deal of knowledge and guidance from veterans for newbies like myself. I understand that XDA encompasses a much larger community than the official core XDA teams. It was to this community I was directing my question. Perhaps I erred by posting to the wrong forum, if so I apologise. I am aware of how lawsuit-happy many large companies tend to get.
In terms of the posts I mentioned, it was not a critique. As I had intended to address the community, I took your reply to encompass that. I was merely pointing out that whilst 'XDA Official' may disavow assistance, 'XDA Community' appears to embrace it. I in no way am trying to imply XDA endorses it.
IridianDesigns said:
Again I thank you for your response Sam,
Please don't misinterpret, I am frustrated with the situation, a much deeper conversation than necessary in this venue, not with XDA.
I mentioned in my reply that Canada has a Cellular Blacklist, for precisely the purpose of providing an independent means to verify the legitimacy of a device, thus facilitating private trade with accountability. To address your concerns I offered the IMEI in order for you to conduct your own verification. Cellular Blacklists are not a concept unique to Canada.
I understand your personal stance and can respect a person who holds to their principles, especially when mine differ. I prefer to begin with trust until proven otherwise. I have been burned by that before though, hence checking the blacklist. I don't take it personally and I mean no disrespect to you.
As I mentioned in my reply, XDA is an excellent resource, with a great deal of knowledge and guidance from veterans for newbies like myself. I understand that XDA encompasses a much larger community than the official core XDA teams. It was to this community I was directing my question. Perhaps I erred by posting to the wrong forum, if so I apologise. I am aware of how lawsuit-happy many large companies tend to get.
In terms of the posts I mentioned, it was not a critique. As I had intended to address the community, I took your reply to encompass that. I was merely pointing out that whilst 'XDA Official' may disavow assistance, 'XDA Community' appears to embrace it. I in no way am trying to imply XDA endorses it.
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As xda-assist team we do no technical support, we just help the folks out there to find there way thru the different boards here on xda, we help them to help themselves, to find information and learn how to do things by their own..
As you mentioned you already found different threads referring to FRP it's best to study them and ask questions there..
Maybe you're lucky and find a solution..
Anyways, I appreciated your understanding
Good luck
Sent from my OnePlus 2 using XDA Labs
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I've been an XDA user for a few years now, and for the most part I have found it to be a great source of help and information across a wide range of devices and platforms... up until recently.
I have always had a strong interest in mobile phones/devices. And when I got my first smart phone in 2008 my interest was piqued further. I am not a developer, and I don’t intend on becoming one. I am a user. I love customization, apps, games and everything about smart phones (started on Winows Mobile, and I now use Android).
The way I understand it… XDA was started as a developer’s site/forum… for developers. Over the years it began to evolve into a non-exclusive community. Anyone could ask for help on any range of smart phone topics – which I thought was great.
Lately it seems that XDA has been trying to get back to their roots… that is to say, they are trying to make the forums more developer exclusive. I can only say that is a bad thing from a selfish stand point. Of course if I were a developer I might take issue with my forums being flooded with non-developer related (and therefore… irrelevant) threads and posts. I am in no position to criticize the site managers about what type of site they wish to run and how they want to run it. But XDA is becoming useless to me. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find help on non-development related topics.
So… Can someone please recommend another (more user-orientated) site? I like to ask questions on a range of topics; some device specific, some about how to use apps, some game hints, some general android queries, app recommendations, etc. Is there a better forum for a user like me?
Thanks for any help.
I used to frequent http://www.teambamf.net/ when I had my HTC Thunderbolt, Yea, it was my first smart phone.
They do a lot with Samsung phones, you might want to take a look and see what they have to offer.
CharlesTheMan is willing to help anyone who asks, they're good guys.
If you can't find what you want there, just ask, they can tell you what you need to do and recommend where to go if they can't answer your questions.
It always pays to search for different alternatives, I work in an IT department as a programmer, systems network analyst and a webmaster.
Don't always use the same search engine, change up, use Bing or Dogpile or many others to find what you need.
I can spend hours researching for what I need, there is so much out there now you just need to learn "Where To Look", per say.
Good luck and remember, if you don't find what you are looking for, look somewhere else!!
G.
Hi G,
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I almost always do a pretty extensive google search before coming hear to post. I rarely use bing or anyother search engine before coming here to ask... will certainly give it a go.
Thanks again.
I don't think there's another forum as great as XDA
but if you could be more specific or if you like MIUI rom, you can find everything about it here miuiandroid[dot]com
retslagoon said:
I don't think there's another forum as great as XDA
but if you could be more specific or if you like MIUI rom, you can find everything about it here miuiandroid[dot]com
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hi retslagoon,
I do not have any particular question at this time. But thanks for your reply.
One issue I have with 'being specific' (and I think I might find this hard to explain) is that I can spend quite a bit of time typing out a questing/post (and trying to be clear and specific), while wording correctly; only to have it be ignored - for whatever reason. So the entire exercise ends up being a waste of time.
I do not know why so many simple questions get ignored on these forums, there could be a range of reasons (either because people don't know the answers to them, or because people don't bother to read them; I also wonder if it is due to the fact that some of these unanswered questions are not at all development related and therefor are intentionally ignored to teach the poster a lesson about posting on a development forum).
Eitherway, XDA is not satisfying my search for help/advice and information.
Thanks again.
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hi retslagoon,
I do not have any particular question at this time. But thanks for your reply.
One issue I have with 'being specific' (and I think I might find this hard to explain) is that I can spend quite a bit of time typing out a questing/post (and trying to be clear and specific), while wording correctly; only to have it be ignored - for whatever reason. So the entire exercise ends up being a waste of time.
I do not know why so many simple questions get ignored on these forums, there could be a range of reasons (either because people don't know the answers to them, or because people don't bother to read them; I also wonder if it is due to the fact that some of these unanswered questions are not at all development related and therefor are intentionally ignored to teach the poster a lesson about posting on a development forum).
Eitherway, XDA is not satisfying my search for help/advice and information.
Thanks again.
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My experience is that often threads are unnecessarily started: A quick Google-search before in most cases would have given the answer(s) requested. At least if the issue(s) is/are device independent. So you must not wonder a post istn't replied.
my phone is not work I do not know why
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my phone is not work I do not know why
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Hello, and welcome to XDA!
You would have the best of luck asking for help in this thread:
> Android Development and Hacking > Android General > 5300mAh 5.5" Bluboo X550 - Review, ROMs, Info, FAQs
Please note, you will have to register for an XDA account to post there. Also, when posting, please be specific as to what the problem is, any modifications that may have got you to where you are (rooting, et cetera), as well as things tried to alleviate the situation.
Hope this helps, and good luck!
I need scheme
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I need scheme
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Maybe. It could be a hardware issue, but me not knowing what the problem is (it was even mentioned that you "don't know why" the phone isn't working), software is more likely.
Which is why it is beneficial to post your problem in the thread mentioned above. I don't know anything about your device, except what I skimmed through on GSMArena. The people in that thread own that device, and have the best-hand user experience as a result. I don't have electrical schematics of every Android known to man filed away (I'm lucky if I have even one). Other than approaching the company, your fellow users are the best chance at getting that information, if it is indeed a hardware issue (and replacement parts are available).
Please be detailed there. Simply saying the phone "doesn't work" isn't constructive, and helps no one, as it suggests a plethora of possibilities.
Not to be cruel, I wasn't expecting a three word reply which effectively condenses the original post. Asking-for/needing/demanding effortless information/solutions, while someone else does the heavy lifting, is not what XDA Assist is all about. It's about pointing people in the right (I like to say best) direction with the information given. I feel I have done that. With an account now, time to get your feet wet.
Hope this helps.
Forgive me if this isnt the proper forum. Im making the switch back to an android for my next phone in hopes of better privacy and security. Without getting into conspiracy theories and unfounded suspicions, is there a specific manufacturer that is superior to others when is comes to limiting unauthorized access? From my limited research it seemsas though the Cryogen rom is what i want to flash for anonymity and security. I apologize in advance if this has been covered elsewhere. I was unable to locate the info.
here is a very good thread on securing your device if youve not seen it yet.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2960077
as far as manufactures are concerned i believe there are some more secure than "off the shelf" but prices start in the thousands of dollars.
hopefully someone more knowledgeable than i will chyme in with more information.
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Hi all,
i'don't know if this is the right section to post my simple question:
how can i change the imei number of my mate 9?
Best Regards
I believe this type of discussion is forbidden under XDA's TOS.
Sent from my MHA-L29 using XDA Labs
Why?? I need to change the imei for development purpose.
Because I'm pretty sure it's illegal
And it helps crooks to pass on stolen phones.
So, i can't ask about a procedure because another one can use it for "illegal purpose"......
extend my think: in internet i can't ask about a door because someone can break it....
Internet......what is your purpose in 2017??!?!
This is the end of the free internet for a 35 year old man!!
By gents!
It's good that you mention doors.
A door is meant to keep out crooks. So is IMEI.
You are asking how to break down doors.
And this is perfectly legal to ask...this is information, not disinformation. Until 2 year's ago this was a good forum, now seems that we are in a nazi-forum.
But, no problem...i found the solution from myself.
And If I upset someone's feelings, my apologize!!
Please, moderator close this ridiculous thread.
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And this is perfectly legal to ask...this is information, not disinformation.
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And we told you this is against XDA's TOS.
sbampa said:
Until 2 year's ago this was a good forum, now seems that we are in a nazi-forum.
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Are you serious? This is your first thread and in a space of minutes you violate the TOS and proceed to make a flippant comment comparing XDA to Nazism? Why so angry? Just take it as it is and move on.
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I'm a old user with new account..... i'm started to write in this forum some years ago....and i posted questions and answers much more serious.
I'm not comparing xda, i'm comparing the answer in the forum!i'm comparing last user (kids user i hope). A forum does not have any think or idea, only the users.
I repeat, no problem....close the thread.
Bye
sbampa said:
I'm not comparing xda, i'm comparing the answer in the forum!i'm comparing last user (kids user i hope). A forum does not have any think or idea, only the users.
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Well you should discuss this matter politely with the admins then. You're shooting the messenger here, we are merely users advising you on the TOS. No need to flip out like that.
Sent from my MHA-L29 using XDA Labs
At least kids can read the TOS.
sbampa said:
Why?? I need to change the imei for development purpose.
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I can't see why you would need to change IMEI for any development purpose, other than to spoof someone else's phone or you have stolen a phone, both of which is illegal.
So you are an old user with a new account, then you should know the rules of the forum.
Seems to me you have a stolen phone which is tied to someone's Huawei account and you cannot use it, and the only way for you to get in is by changing the IMEI.
I really hate people who steal phones. And anyone who helps them with hacking is just scum.
Hey lads hope you're doing okay. So recently i purchased a Idoing for my 86, i decided to upgrade my headunit but now the problem is that im facing higher resolution(currently at 1280) and my touch resolution is (1080p) and because of that the screen is now huge and cant even calibrate so basically i've looked everywhere else but couldn't find a solution( basically a rookie with basic knowledge). So please if you guys can help me out, that'd be appreciated. Thanks
Is it an FYT device. Post screen shots of Android system info including MCU version
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Hey lads hope you're doing okay. So recently i purchased a Idoing for my 86, i decided to upgrade my headunit but now the problem is that im facing higher resolution(currently at 1280) and my touch resolution is (1080p) and because of that the screen is now huge and cant even calibrate so basically i've looked everywhere else but couldn't find a solution( basically a rookie with basic knowledge). So please if you guys can help me out, that'd be appreciated. Thanks
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are you saying the android head unit resolution is too high so the rendered UI and text are too small?
If that's the case, in developer setting, you can change the DPI by set minimum height to 480.
Hey thanks for the response. The Idoing send me bunch of files and updated it. And now it fits my headunit perfectly like old. If someone faces the same problem. Let me know I'll share the files with you.
Hi @shanygage ! How did you get in contact with Idoing? via email, aliexpress chat? Cheers!
shanygage said:
Hey thanks for the response. The Idoing send me bunch of files and updated it. And now it fits my headunit perfectly like old. If someone faces the same problem. Let me know I'll share the files with you.
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Please share with community
Please share the iDoing firmware file
Another joined for free support and left without a trace.
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Another joined for free support and left without a trace.
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Take solice in the fact it gave you something to complain about. And besides if you want the files, what did the manufacturer say when you contacted them?
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Take solice in the fact it gave you something to complain about. And besides if you want the files, what did the manufacturer say when you contacted them?
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I detect some annoyance between the two of you, but marchnz is right. One post from the OP, then the OP obviously got some nice answer back from the reseller (as marchnz always advises and which the OP already had done without mentioning it in his post), and then nothing at all since that time.
And then another user asks for the firmware as the OP so nicely offered, and then nothing.
So I fully agree with the "Another joined for free support and left without a trace."
Also your : "what did the manufacturer say..." is not fair. He didn't ask for himself. He asked the sharing for the community where other users could use and benefit from it as well. That is where this community is for.
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I detect some annoyance between the two of you, but marchnz is right. One post from the OP, then the OP obviously got some nice answer back from the reseller (as marchnz always advises and which the OP already had done without mentioning it in his post), and then nothing at all since that time.
So I fully agree with the "Another joined for free support and left without a trace."
Also your : "what did the manufacturer say..." is not fair. He didn't ask for himself. He asked the sharing for the community where other users could use and benefit from it as well. That is where this community is for.
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If it was marchnz's forum, fair enough. The mods have already warned marchnz about their attitude. Tell me, Surfer what benefit to the forum was it to have marchnz comment on a post from June 12. Really, what possible benefit is there to that? marchnz is as useful as that poster from June 12 as far as I can see.
"What did the manufacturer say" is just putting a mirror up to marchnz's terrible and typical responses to posters.
The marcvhnz tells people to not silo (poster's words not mine) recently yet refuses to respond when people have searched for and still can't find answers yet he knows the answer.
There will always be people who drop in and then leave. That is life. Just like there will always be people who take advantage of situations in life. It can't be stopped.
But the rich thing is that marchnz complains about useless posts. Look at their history, there are plenty of terrible responses.
To make another post when someone leaves without giving the respect, or complaining about someone not typing in English is in fact doing one of the exact things that marchnz compains about.
If my responses bring a mod to sort it out, all the better. Because I'm sure marchnz scares off more potential long term members who come here to learn from wonderfully people like yourself Surfer, than he keeps away 'one hit wonders'.
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If it was marchnz's forum, fair enough. The mods have already warned marchnz about their attitude. Tell me, Surfer what benefit to the forum was it to have marchnz comment on a post from June 12. Really, what possible benefit is there to that? marchnz is as useful as that poster from June 12 as far as I can see.
"What did the manufacturer say" is just putting a mirror up to marchnz's terrible and typical responses to posters.
The marcvhnz tells people to not silo (poster's words not mine) recently yet refuses to respond when people have searched for and still can't find answers yet he knows the answer.
There will always be people who drop in and then leave. That is life. Just like there will always be people who take advantage of situations in life. It can't be stopped.
But the rich thing is that marchnz complains about useless posts. Look at their history, there are plenty of terrible responses.
To make another post when someone leaves without giving the respect, or complaining about someone not typing in English is in fact doing one of the exact things that marchnz compains about.
If my responses bring a mod to sort it out, all the better. Because I'm sure marchnz scares off more potential long term members who come here to learn from wonderfully people like yourself Surfer, than he keeps away 'one hit wonders'.
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It's about getting people to think first, including contacting the owner of the support - the seller. The seller often walks away from that responsibility and they shouldn't. Asking that question helps others if they reply to get a picture of who are the bad sellers and who might be reasonable. That's contributing to the forums. Why that might "scare off" is beyond me - they obviously didn't come here to contribute and expect others will solve their problem at the cost of contributing members.
It's pretty obvious to me at least, those that join simply for free support and leave - they're typically the ones that ask the same questions as "new member".
I'm not a moderator, nor do I wish to become one. But we can shape the forums, and help those that show at least a basic level of interest in contributing.
If asking basic questions "scares off" those that had no interest in at least a small amount of self help, or asking thoughtful questions, does it not then benifit the forums from keeping the noise down and potentially enable those that do contribute to stay and focus on development and not noise.
I.e. your comment is logically fallacious- a false dilemma.
I know I contribute and have written many articles, including those that enabled members like hal and Mal to create upgrades from Android 7 to 8, when previously it was not possible.
I also offer a free recovery service for MTCx devices, world wide.
How have you been contributing? What would you suggest?
If those that do not agree or take issue with posts - the report button is available for that.
I share the new iDoing firmware, include new MCU firmware
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