I have a problem with my Samsung Galaxy S4 gt-i9505.
A month ago I broke the outer screen - it didnt affect the touch screen - and I sent it to my phone ensurance (which I think sent it to Samsung then) for them to repair it. It came back looking like it was brand new, but now it gets no coverage.
I have no idea what would make my phone behave this way: now coverage appears just twice a day (if it does), for just a few minutes, and then it vanishes again. Despite that, Wi-Fi works perfectly. I have already checked if it has to do with my sim card, but it works perfectly on any other phone.
I suspect it has to do with the fact that my ensurance changed my mobile's OS (which was the latest CyanogenMod) to the default Samsung Android. IT MUST HAVE BEEN THEM!!! I have already installed CM, but the phone keeps behaving the same way... I have also checked if the phone's EFS data aren't lost and they aren't.
I have no idea what to do now with all this, but I don't trust these ensurance guys any longer and I'd prefer to fix it by myself (if possible) and avoid waiting another month without being able to use my phone. I am too pissed off.
If anyone can suggest any possible solution I'd be REALLY grateful. Thank you anyway to all those who read this.
PS. I live in Spain and my phone company is Yoigo, with whom I have a two-year contract (only one remaining). It was this company who gave me the phone (it wasn't unlocked). Just in case these facts end up being useful. Thanks again.
miguelpelusa95 said:
I have a problem with my Samsung Galaxy S4 gt-i9505.
A month ago I broke the outer screen - it didnt affect the touch screen - and I sent it to my phone ensurance (which I think sent it to Samsung then) for them to repair it. It came back looking like it was brand new, but now it gets no coverage.
I have no idea what would make my phone behave this way: now coverage appears just twice a day (if it does), for just a few minutes, and then it vanishes again. Despite that, Wi-Fi works perfectly. I have already checked if it has to do with my sim card, but it works perfectly on any other phone.
I suspect it has to do with the fact that my ensurance changed my mobile's OS (which was the latest CyanogenMod) to the default Samsung Android. IT MUST HAVE BEEN THEM!!! I have already installed CM, but the phone keeps behaving the same way... I have also checked if the phone's EFS data aren't lost and they aren't.
I have no idea what to do now with all this, but I don't trust these ensurance guys any longer and I'd prefer to fix it by myself (if possible) and avoid waiting another month without being able to use my phone. I am too pissed off.
If anyone can suggest any possible solution I'd be REALLY grateful. Thank you anyway to all those who read this.
PS. I live in Spain and my phone company is Yoigo, with whom I have a two-year contract (only one remaining). It was this company who gave me the phone (it wasn't unlocked). Just in case these facts end up being useful. Thanks again.
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Hi, I know you don't want to here this but the best thing to do is send your phone to them because if anything goes wrong it's their responsibility. It sounds like they've broke the Cellular chip or the antenna.
so you know those tags on the battery that give the phone nfc under the label?
basically the one on my battery is broken meaning that i have no NFC capabilities anymore long story short my conspiracy theorist friend said "its the government spying on you with this chip" and then proceeded to slice the chip with a blade and cut the bit that connects it to the battery meaning its just stuck on the battery and sliced but not connected to the battery as it was (part of the tag going inside the top)
from what i can tell that chip gives my device nfc and does not infact give the government any information i was wondering if it is possible to buy another nfc sticker tag thing apply it and then connect it to the battery to give myself nfc again.
i've already ordered a new battery off Samsung but if i can fix this one it would be a huge bonus because then id have a backup battery that has the nfc capabilities back
You'll find better results by asking here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5-mini/help
Make your idiot friend buy you a newer better phone
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Hello guys I bought a 3g t mobile gear S2 past year on eBay.l, on September. The thing is I move vlback to Chile mid this year and about three weeks ago my device just won't turn on. When I put it on the charger a red light appears but nothing else. I'm very noon on this area so I don't know what to do.
Samsung on my country says that I have to send it to USA for warranty, but first I want to try every thing I can to avoid the shipping, cause is a pain in the ass, besides the money and the time it will take.
Thanks a lot
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Can you give exact model name...
Reason for this question...
With SM-R720(X) and SM-R732(X) we could charge battery in this way... via USB cable and soldered wires.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72097974&postcount=113
I saw 1 Picture from 1 device... where Connectors could be under the straps... without opening device...
Not tested nor confirmed...
Did you tried to hold Power on for an long time... maybe you start menu where Download Modes inside...
You treid other charger... maybe only your charger/cradle is dead or halfdead...
Best Regards
Found Picture on my HDD...
Still I have no idea which Gear S2 model it is... so I can not check Pinout...
Maybe somebody knows which Model is visible on this Picture...
So we could check Service Manual maybe...
Best Regards
in the back of the watch says the model... where the sensor is...
cheers!!!
I have the same problem. Watch was at 34% and working fine and then suddenly shut off. It's been on the charger for an hour now and still won't turn on.
Hello, thanx for Photo.
Very interesting they print also Firmware Version on it... right upper side.
I can see ATT SM-R730A.
If you are in US... as sometimes Users from other Countries buys also US devices...
I suggest you to contact ATT Service Center...
Maybe they will replace Battery... if battery is damaged.
If you like "Adventures"...
SM-R730A seems also have external connectors like SM-R765... look here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s3/help/sm-r765f-teardown-t3659431
But this is dangerous/risky...
So I would start with contact ATT and ask about Repair...
Battery seems not very expensive... 30 $...
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Genuine-Sams...538513?hash=item51fd26f051:g:AVYAAOSwaxlZjv5P
Only as example... no idea if SM-R730A require other battery...
Best Regards
Edit 1.
Seems for SM-R730A... EB-BR730ABE
http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-Battery...G-EB-BR730ABE-SM-R730A-SM-R735A-/322626951513
So the other Gear S2 batteries are different...
Hello, I need a new phone and I'm looking at the Nokia 3 because it has an e-compass and gyroscope, sensors that are a must for me.
Sadly most brands are leaving e-compass behind. So I got really exited when I saw that all nokias have it.
So far the only thing that keeps me from buying it are the bugs I read about the phone in this forum and others: screen that doesn't turn on, battery drains, charging that stops at 80%, phone getting slow/choppy, phone that hangs after using the camera.
So I need to ask you this... how serious are those bugs? do you believe they're gonna fix them or they are not doing anything to improve it? is it worth it?
Thanks.
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XJeFX said:
Hello, I need a new phone and I'm looking at the Nokia 3 because it has an e-compass and gyroscope, sensors that are a must for me.
Sadly most brands are leaving e-compass behind. So I got really exited when I saw that all nokias have it.
So far the only thing that keeps me from buying it are the bugs I read about the phone in this forum and others: screen that doesn't turn on, battery drains, charging that stops at 80%, phone getting slow/choppy, phone that hangs after using the camera.
So I need to ask you this... how serious are those bugs? do you believe they're gonna fix them or they are not doing anything to improve it? is it worth it?
Thanks.
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Personally I haven't experienced any of those bugs, the only thing that once happened to me is that once the phone ran down and refused to charge or come on for a while. That said, I'm not sure other phones don't sometimes have similar or worse issues.
Might I ask, why do you need a phone with a compass sensor? Can't you just get a camera app from the play store, or wouldn't such an app work without the sensor?
Anyway bottom line is, the choice is up to you. I believe getting a phone without issues is sometimes a hit and miss situation. Ultimately you'll have to make the decision for yourself. I'm not really sure I can advise you on that. I got my Nokia 3 because I'd always liked the Nokia brand (but couldn't stand the WP os) so this was my way of declaring solidarity with Android on Nokia.
My biggest issue with the phone is the lack of backlight on the navigation buttons, which can be inconvenient in dark places. If that is not a deal breaker for you, you can go ahead and get it, but I'd recommend searching for info on people who have used the compass sensor first
XJeFX said:
Hello, I need a new phone and I'm looking at the Nokia 3 because it has an e-compass and gyroscope, sensors that are a must for me.
Sadly most brands are leaving e-compass behind. So I got really exited when I saw that all nokias have it.
So far the only thing that keeps me from buying it are the bugs I read about the phone in this forum and others: screen that doesn't turn on, battery drains, charging that stops at 80%, phone getting slow/choppy, phone that hangs after using the camera.
So I need to ask you this... how serious are those bugs? do you believe they're gonna fix them or they are not doing anything to improve it? is it worth it?
Thanks.
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Hi there !
First,I want to say Nokia 3 phone is for me a very good choice :
-have a clean pure android OS without bloats(thats why I am not sure it is a wise choice to root it or unlock boot)
-is a very fast phone if you disable apps you dont need(faster that a rooted debloated Xperia)
-I use MX or FV5 camera for taking very nice photos (at 8Mpx)
-Charging never stops if you know that Nokia 3 have a new protection system for battery-if phone is on charger and you use it a lot on 4g internet the temperature of battery is increasing over normal and automatically is trigged the protection suspending the charge until temperature drop to normal.
So is not a bug,is an enhancement for better battery life.
-If you search the guys who are over complaining you will see they work for competitors of Nokia.Dont forget is a tough competition and there are a lot of high end phones who are not on Oreo update program.Nokia until now keept their promise to deliver monthly updates and upgrades .
Also suspicious is the fact that MTK had double time to deliver drivers but is still delaying.
If you want the best budget phone Nokia 3 is by far the best choice !
All the best !
XJeFX said:
Hello, I need a new phone and I'm looking at the Nokia 3 because it has an e-compass and gyroscope, sensors that are a must for me.
Sadly most brands are leaving e-compass behind. So I got really exited when I saw that all nokias have it.
So far the only thing that keeps me from buying it are the bugs I read about the phone in this forum and others: screen that doesn't turn on, battery drains, charging that stops at 80%, phone getting slow/choppy, phone that hangs after using the camera.
So I need to ask you this... how serious are those bugs? do you believe they're gonna fix them or they are not doing anything to improve it? is it worth it?
Thanks.
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Hi, I'm using this phone about 2 months, and i had no bugs so far. I didn't tested compass so i can't really tell you about that function. I think that Nokia will fix those "bugs" that other users experienced because they release OTA updates often so you can be sure that you are on latest version. Design of this phone is nice, my friends like it too. Battery life is great for me, it lasts whole day without charging. Sound quality of speakers are ok, i would say average, sound quality through headphones is behind average, but that's my opinion. Customization of this phone is so far good. We have unlocked bootloader, TWRP, SuperSU root and Xposed. I hope that Nokia 3 can have some good Custom ROM. Performance in games are good. I play GTA:SA, Asphalt 8 without bugs in medium settings. Multitasking is ok, i can have 5 apps in background and no apps will be restarted.
I recommend you this phone, i think that it won't disappoint you.
Thanks for your replies!
redweaver said:
Might I ask, why do you need a phone with a compass sensor?
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I use a few astronomy apps regulary, those need e-compass/magnetometer to work. Also I'm a mapper and use a lot the GPS, GPS without compass is only half as useful. Being able to register where you were facing while taking a shot or registering a note is very useful in mapping, astronomy, hiking, etc.
XJeFX said:
Thanks for your replies!
I use a few astronomy apps regulary, those need e-compass/magnetometer to work. Also I'm a mapper and use a lot the GPS, GPS without compass is only half as useful. Being able to register where you were facing while taking a shot or registering a note is very useful in mapping, astronomy, hiking, etc.
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My advice is to buy TA-1032 variant which is European variant and have dual-sim because it have twrp and stock rom in case you bricked your phone.
Other variants are ok too, but only TA-1032 have twrp and stock rom at this moment. I hope that twrp and stock ROMs will be available for all variants.
I'm from argentina so I don't know wich variant i'm gonna find here... I know it is dual sim, but that's all i know about the nokia 3 they are selling here, EDIT: appearently the most common variant here is the TA-1028, very few sellers has it at this time that aren't even official stores and it's not that cheap, they are selling it here for USD 200-270. That's why i'm worried too because probably I can't get any local support.
XJeFX said:
I'm from argentina so I don't know wich variant i'm gonna find here... I know it is dual sim, but that's all i know about the nokia 3 they are selling here, EDIT: appearently the most common variant here is the TA-1028, very few sellers has it at this time that aren't even official stores and it's not that cheap, they are selling it here for USD 200-270. That's why i'm worried too because probably I can't get any local support.
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TA-1028 is single sim, TA-1038 will probably be the dual sim most common. I don't know if Amazon ships to Argentina, if they do and it doesn't cost too much, I think you can get the TA-1032 model there
redweaver said:
TA-1028 is single sim, TA-1038 will probably be the dual sim most common. I don't know if Amazon ships to Argentina, if they do and it doesn't cost too much, I think you can get the TA-1032 model there
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sellers says it has dual sim :/
Sadly I'm not willing to buy it outside my country because there are high chances that the postal office steal the package when it enters the country. Also import taxes adds up to 50-60% the price, so the risk is worthless. Easily I prefer to pay those USD 200-270 and be 100% sure I'm getting the phone. After all these troubles I need a really trustworthy phone.
Hello, recently my grandparents purchased a "good deal" galaxy S8, well of course it turned out to be a ripoff, not only that, but the software is extra glitchy and crashes all the time, not to mention that its impossible to do anything in recovery mode, its upside down and only selection key works, cant confirm anything, so my plan is to install a custom ROM on it, on back it says SM-G950, but lets face it, its definitely not that, the back can be removed to see a glued in 1650 mAh battery (So big..), but the main problem lies within the fact that phone it self is absolutely unusable, at this point you cant even get inside the home menu.
Question is, what ROM would it accept, and what way should it be installed?
Cheers!
Update: The 2nd Version of phone is G920FXXU1AOBN (Galaxy S6)
so basically S6 made to look like S8
So the model is 920F and is supposed to have Mediatek 6578 processor, but this one has 6528 processor thus conflicting with firmware..