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Guys,
Incase you didn't know, doesnt appear to be common knowledge yet, but i just had a tip off, checked updates and low and behold, an update is available.
Im carrier unlocked, so it may be a while coming to you, but keep checking.
Strangely about still reports OSversion is 80.10211.204?
On the face of it, it appears to be a quite a big release, after installing and restarting a couple of time, you get presented a 'migrating data' screen, in all takes 10 minutes from starting the install.
Whats changed...?
Well i dont know yet, still installing, but thought id give you all the heads up.
Will report back when installation has finished.
Ciao.
Interesting find! Receiving the update as well now (unbranded). Makes me curious as of what might have changed.
Strange, but the "Windows Phone 8 update history" on microsoft site nows nothing about this update.
UPD:
Some Sina Weibo account could be added.
If you read OP message carefully, OS is not updated. It is probably just a HTC firmware update. Not a WP8 OS update.
Well it isn't an os update, so its from htc, as to what its done i don't know. I didn't note my firmware version before updating so i cant tell you lol. Device feels faster but probably placebo effect. Anyone notice anything?
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Both Firmware & bootloader versions have changed.
FW updated from 20003.111 to 20005.111
Bootloader from 0.0.1532.20(159895) to 0.0.1532.20(162966)
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Contacted HTC support today, no changelog, they dont know (or wouldnt say) whats been updated, they said to contact MS for info, which ive now done.
Be interesting to know what else has changed.
I noticed this as well as I am always checking for updates in the hope some amazing new features will be added to WP8, wasn't unfortunately, as mentioned above a firmware update and rom loader version update.
Phone seems faster but we are all probably imagining that!
Any information on what this update contains would be appreciated
A little extra boost on battery life would be nice, not that my 8X has a bad life, but its not the best ever.
Hi
My 8X Just back from technical support and as already the new bootloader version (0.0.1532.20(162966)
It seem now i can't flash via Goldcard method! :crying: (i can't unbrand it this time!)
And after reset there is a gears turning during 5 mn on screen! I Never See This Before....
IF YOU WANT TO UNBRAND YOUR 8X DO NOT UPDATE NOW.
My batterylife seems to be better - my device would get pretty hot while using Whatsapp or reading pdf files or things like browsing, but not anymore since this OTA update!
One thing I have noticed, is that the phone sometimes has a 1-2 second delay after tapping the Back key. so sometimes I press back twice because the phone didn't seem to response to the first tap but it did in fact, so I double tap out of an app which is pretty annoying. But if thats all, well, I'll just use the windows button instead haha.
Anyone noticed that under Advanced (Wifi) you have the ability to let the phone detect your location for better wifi re-connection? At least I didn't notice this option before the patch. Pretty sweet! Doesn't seem to impact my battery too much, I usually finished the day with 25%, now I still have around 50-60%. Might be placebo, but it makes me smile when I see other people running for powersockets with their iPhones/Androids
Hi,
I have an HTC from USA AT&T, I have firmware: 1532.20.10009.502 and bootloader: 0.0.1532.20(156201),
Why this numbers are far enought from the one you are saying and when I look for updates it say it is updated.?
Well, the device is certainly booting faster, so that is a big :highfive: in my book
Is this update on Verizon.
Check the volume guys, same as Lumia 800. Restricted
Haven't received anything yet! Unbranded 8x here! Are they distributing this one by country or what?
Just had update here on O2 UK...
Only difference I have seen so far is a Hearing Damage Warning when putting the volume over 20 when listening to music....to be fair, mine never actually hits more than 15....
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Check the volume guys, same as Lumia 800. Restricted
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well, I had the update two days ago. The volume is not restricted, just that now when you turn it up above 20/30 while playing media content, it will give you a message about blasting your eardrums out. Probably they forgot to include that before as the 8X is quite capable of high volume output. Just some legal precautions. Other than that, it's just a FW and boot loader update from HTC side, not from MS.
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Haven't received anything yet! Unbranded 8x here! Are they distributing this one by country or what?
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i don't know how they decide which devices get the update, but it isn't depending on Country as my father got the update 3 days ago and i'm still with the 20003 Firmware
but as Long we don't Need to wait too Long i think it is acceptable
itje said:
Well, the device is certainly booting faster, so that is a big :highfive: in my book
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You got that update while being on the leaked version of portico?
Is it just me, after the update, stopped the clock in HTC application on the tile?
xboxmod said:
Hi
My 8X Just back from technical support and as already the new bootloader version (0.0.1532.20(162966)
It seem now i can't flash via Goldcard method! :crying: (i can't unbrand it this time!)
And after reset there is a gears turning during 5 mn on screen! I Never See This Before....
IF YOU WANT TO UNBRAND YOUR 8X DO NOT UPDATE NOW.
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Funny, i couldnt get my 8x to load into boot loader screen (one with the bar codes on for those who dont know), just gave me an exclamation mark !
Hi. I purchased a new unlocked Galaxy S7 in July (SM-G930-U) not from T-mobile, but my carrier is T-Mobile. A few days ago, I got a notification to do a software update and almost tapped ok, but stopped the download and did some quick research to see if it was a T-Mobile update, or a Samsung update.
It turns out is a T-Mobile update, of course. I DO NOT WANT THEIR SYSTEM SOFTWARE on my unbranded, bloatware-free, and feature unrestricted phone.
But, there is no option for "No Thanks" to refuse the update, just "Later." And the icon never leaves my notification bar, and the phrase calling to update is always on the notification panel, and lock screen as well.
From initial setup, I selected the option to download updates manually, and have never done any updates on this phone (still factory). Is there any way I can stop this from occurring at all? Or does T-Mobile have me on perpetual rage inducing roller coaster? I do not want have to see this every day, and hopefully ever after if there is a way to stop this, as I do not plan to ever do updates via T-Mobile.
Thanks to anyone who has any suggestions or solutions!
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Hi. I purchased a new unlocked Galaxy S7 in July (SM-G930-U) not from T-mobile, but my carrier is T-Mobile. A few days ago, I got a notification to do a software update and almost tapped ok, but stopped the download and did some quick research to see if it was a T-Mobile update, or a Samsung update.
It turns out is a T-Mobile update, of course. I DO NOT WANT THEIR SYSTEM SOFTWARE on my unbranded, bloatware-free, and feature unrestricted phone.
But, there is no option for "No Thanks" to refuse the update, just "Later." And the icon never leaves my notification bar, and the phrase calling to update is always on the notification panel, and lock screen as well.
From initial setup, I selected the option to download updates manually, and have never done any updates on this phone (still factory). Is there any way I can stop this from occurring at all? Or does T-Mobile have me on perpetual rage inducing roller coaster? I do not want have to see this every day, and hopefully ever after if there is a way to stop this, as I do not plan to ever do updates via T-Mobile.
Thanks to anyone who has any suggestions or solutions!
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Im assuming your not rooted. You can try downloading an app from the playstore like Package Disabler and freeze the software update apks. I beleive that specific app is discontinued but there are others specifically designed for Samsung. You can Google which ones to freeze but if you scroll through the app list it should be self explanatory according to the package name.
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Im assuming your not rooted. You can try downloading an app from the playstore like Package Disabler and freeze the software update apks. I beleive that specific app is discontinued but there are others specifically designed for Samsung. You can Google which ones to freeze but if you scroll through the app list it should be self explanatory according to the package name.
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First, thank you =]
Yes, you are correct, I have not rooted this one (only rooted my first Galaxy S a lonnnng time ago). I just got it (and paid full price for it =/ ) and I am not versed well enough in rooting to delve into that arena after only having it for 7 weeks =].
When I rooted the S, I used a one-click rooting program that I can't even remember. I also imagine that rooting now take more care and precision, correct?
Once again, I appreciate your response! Thanks!
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First, thank you =]
Yes, you are correct, I have not rooted this one (only rooted my first Galaxy S a lonnnng time ago). I just got it (and paid full price for it =/ ) and I am not versed well enough in rooting to delve into that arena after only having it for 7 weeks =].
When I rooted the S, I used a one-click rooting program that I can't even remember. I also imagine that rooting now take more care and precision, correct?
Once again, I appreciate your response! Thanks!
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Yea rooting absolutely got a bit more complicated over the years especially with Samsung phones. Depending on your model Snapdragon or exynos it probably isnt worth the trouble at this moment anyway. Hope you achieve your goal with the update notification. If u need any more help let me know.
athenalong said:
Hi. I purchased a new unlocked Galaxy S7 in July (SM-G930-U) not from T-mobile, but my carrier is T-Mobile. A few days ago, I got a notification to do a software update and almost tapped ok, but stopped the download and did some quick research to see if it was a T-Mobile update, or a Samsung update.
It turns out is a T-Mobile update, of course. I DO NOT WANT THEIR SYSTEM SOFTWARE on my unbranded, bloatware-free, and feature unrestricted phone.
But, there is no option for "No Thanks" to refuse the update, just "Later." And the icon never leaves my notification bar, and the phrase calling to update is always on the notification panel, and lock screen as well.
From initial setup, I selected the option to download updates manually, and have never done any updates on this phone (still factory). Is there any way I can stop this from occurring at all? Or does T-Mobile have me on perpetual rage inducing roller coaster? I do not want have to see this every day, and hopefully ever after if there is a way to stop this, as I do not plan to ever do updates via T-Mobile.
Thanks to anyone who has any suggestions or solutions!
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Hello,
I'm new to Samsung, but have had android for some time. With most phones the update is not only carrier specific but also model specific. Are you sure the update that you are being alerted to is a T-Mobile update. If I was to get an AT&T S7, unlock it and put in a T-Mobile sim to use on T-Mobile's network. Any updates that come to the phone will still be for the AT&T model since the CID and maybe the MID are different then a T-Mobile S7. I would assume that the unlocked G-930U would also have a different CID and MID. Again this is my first Samsung, but I hope this info helps.
Rsotbiemrptson
Sent from my SM-G930T using XDA-Developers mobile app
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Yea rooting absolutely got a bit more complicated over the years especially with Samsung phones. Depending on your model Snapdragon or exynos it probably isnt worth the trouble at this moment anyway. Hope you achieve your goal with the update notification. If u need any more help let me know.
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I really do appreciate your responding to me. I will do as you suggested and look in the Play Store for some apps.
Once again, THANK YOU for all of your help, and have a great day =]
Rsotbiemrptson said:
Hello,
I'm new to Samsung, but have had android for some time. With most phones the update is not only carrier specific but also model specific. Are you sure the update that you are being alerted to is a T-Mobile update. If I was to get an AT&T S7, unlock it and put in a T-Mobile sim to use on T-Mobile's network. Any updates that come to the phone will still be for the AT&T model since the CID and maybe the MID are different then a T-Mobile S7. I would assume that the unlocked G-930U would also have a different CID and MID. Again this is my first Samsung, but I hope this info helps.
Rsotbiemrptson
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Hello! Thanks for your response.
It most definitely is a T-Mobile update... Though I will not permit their update to install, I will try to do some research based on what you mentioned and see what I can find out.
Thank you, and have a great day =]
athenalong, did you download the T-Mo update, or find a way to block it? I also have an S7 SM-G930U and want to switch to T-Mobile from AT&T today.
I want to open this thread about Nokia 7 Plus TA-1055 single sim (for those have this model variant like me), to discuss about it and about problems with custom boot/system/anything else flashing/installation, which works on another model variant (TA-1046 and TA-1062) instead.
Pie gsi gives "no SIM" bug on single sim variant of the the TA-1055
- Oreo GSI (I tried them personally) have a weird call bug. It's very impossible to call someone!!
- Custom kernel have some problems with TA-1055 model, instead of other variants
I'm running pixel experience gsi on my ta-1055. No Sim bug is fixed by popping the Sim out and back in. Super stable build. Way better battery life and so much faster. After every reboot/update you must pop the Sim out and back in and it works. I think it has to do with the fact that it's looking for sim2 first and can't find it because it doesn't exist.
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I'm running pixel experience gsi on my ta-1055. No Sim bug is fixed by popping the Sim out and back in. Super stable build. Way better battery life and so much faster. After every reboot/update you must pop the Sim out and back in and it works. I think it has to do with the fact that it's looking for sim2 first and can't find it because it doesn't exist.
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It's works, thx
I have TA-1055 too. Does anybody received the february patch? I tried to install with my sd card the recovery always says that: expected 00WW_3_22C (SP04)
What is that mean?
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I have TA-1055 too. Does anybody received the february patch? I tried to install with my sd card the recovery always says that: expected 00WW_3_22C (SP04)
What is that mean?
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Maybe because ta1055 is on version 3.39
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Maybe because ta1055 is on version 3.39
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What is that mean?
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What is that mean?
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in November Nokia7Plus have official 2 OTA branch, one in line 3.22* which is only with security patches and second line 3.39* which also have some apps updates...
then if for you sideload say "expected 00WW_3_22C (SP04" then you can try OTA 3.22* on instaled higher branch 3.39*...
now you can check what exact version you have installed (in Settings/System/AboutPhone is two version show, one in BuildNumber (me PieFeb is 00WW_3_39B_SP03) and one in AndroidVersion/BuildNumber (me show [email protected]@_3_39H)), and download right OTA files from 3.39YOURVERSION to 3.39NextVersion (and repeat until you finish on Februrary) here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-7-plus/development/ota-nokia-7-plus-ota-links-t3818774
(WARNING ignore 3.51X this is unofficial)
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in November Nokia7Plus have official 2 OTA branch, one in line 3.22* which is only with security patches and second line 3.39* which also have some apps updates...
then if for you sideload say "expected 00WW_3_22C (SP04" then you can try OTA 3.22* on instaled higher branch 3.39*...
now you can check what exact version you have installed (in Settings/System/AboutPhone is two version show, one in BuildNumber (me PieFeb is 00WW_3_39B_SP03) and one in AndroidVersion/BuildNumber (me show [email protected]@_3_39H)), and download right OTA files from 3.39YOURVERSION to 3.39NextVersion (and repeat until you finish on Februrary) here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-7-plus/development/ota-nokia-7-plus-ota-links-t3818774
(WARNING ignore 3.51X this is unofficial)
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Thank you very much for your help!!
*disclaimer: Thanks for the help, but unfortunately nothing worked in the end,
Interesting. But I don't understand how this whole thing could even work. I am on 3.22H january security level. For starters, I can't install anything older than January updates. Also, 3.39 february update is out of the question again, as it's for 3.39, doesn't work with 3.22.
And the phone won't let me sideload anything older, saying "expected version: ...3.22H".
That's it, can't install older updates, can't roll back to oreo either. End of the line. Volume up, power button, then power button and volume up, apply update, connect usb, type in this type in that, check logs, switch fastboot slots, still wrong timestamp. It's 2 AM, wasted 2 hours of my life with "tutorials", combing through endless list of unorganized update files. This is my first android phone, and this is exactly what I expected unfortunately. 3.22H it is then. Wish windows phone was still a thing, I miss my Lumia so much.
Is timely updates too much to ask? Do I have to debug and flash my phone myself? Getting real tired of BS like this
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It's 2 AM, wasted 2 hours of my life with "tutorials", combing through endless list of unorganized update files. This is my first android phone, and this is exactly what I expected unfortunately. 3.22H it is then. Wish windows phone was still a thing, I miss my Lumia so much.
Is timely updates too much to ask? Do I have to debug and flash my phone myself? Getting real tired of BS like this
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Well, actually no one is forcing you to do updates on your own, so stop blaming anybody except yourself for wasting time. I'm not satisfied with the quality of updates too, but complaining so hard on XDA has no effect since HMD is not reading even their our forum for this phone.
I'm atm stuck at January patch 3.22, but do I care? No. Why? Security updates are something that keeps me calm not getting since they are almost useless. And as people report 3.39 nor 3.51 don't have any significant fixes which would really drive me crazy not having (maybe except for nav and notification bar coloring fix). I already perceived that HMD is a pile of crap and I don't expect them to do anything.
Once its get really bad with the stock rom experience I'll unlock the bootloader and flash some custom rom (i.e Pixel Experience), as they are getting better over time.
Sure, I'm not blaming anyone but myself, in fact I thank everybody for their effort...
But still I, bought this phone to just use it, not waste time and effort making it up to date, as they've advertised, then what? They split update paths... Anyway, I gave it a shot, I failed, moving on
So this morning I woke up to a security update message from T-Mobile. So if your interested they are rolling out a security update this morning. Now I'm actually with Metro Pcs but I recently flashed my device with the T-Mobile variant since it has less bloat ware and just ain't garbage as Metro's firmware. So being that Metro is part of the T-Mobile network I'm assuming you will be receiving it as well.
Now as for anyone ever hoping to require root you might want to block this update as I have just done. As you can see from the picture attached they are not giving you an option as in these updates make it harder and harder for someone to find an exploit or a (back door) as many say to aquire root. As as since it has been mentioned that these devices if and do receive the Android Pie 9.0 update it wouldn't be until late 2019 so til then I'm going to keep exploring and working on finding a way to root this device. For noobies, YES I ALREADY HAVE READ THE ANDROID TECH ARTICLES AND YOU TUBE VIDEOS. The switch in developer options will not unlock bootloader and LG does not have these devices on their list of phones even capable to be unlocked. So til then it's back to the grind.
~~~~FUN IS ILLEGAL
Paranoid "security" is purely meant to stifle open source community activity, nothing else (Maybe someone would need this if worked as CIA/MOSAD spy )
Hey, Funisillegal to turn off the automatic update just the toggle in developer options is enough right?
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Hey, Funisillegal to turn off the automatic update just the toggle in developer options is enough right?
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No it's not brotha it will still force update just like clicking the unlock bootloader doesn't unlock bootloader
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No it's not brotha it will still force update just like clicking the unlock bootloader doesn't unlock bootloader
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So how do you turn off automatic updates?
And isnt't enough simply to switch updates off from Android regular settings?
Settings->System->About Phone->Security updates (or somehow similar, watching just on my Polish menu)
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So this morning I woke up to a security update message from T-Mobile. So if your interested they are rolling out a security update this morning. Now I'm actually with Metro Pcs but I recently flashed my device with the T-Mobile variant since it has less bloat ware and just ain't garbage as Metro's firmware. So being that Metro is part of the T-Mobile network I'm assuming you will be receiving it as well.
Now as for anyone ever hoping to require root you might want to block this update as I have just done. As you can see from the picture attached they are not giving you an option as in these updates make it harder and harder for someone to find an exploit or a (back door) as many say to aquire root. As as since it has been mentioned that these devices if and do receive the Android Pie 9.0 update it wouldn't be until late 2019 so til then I'm going to keep exploring and working on finding a way to root this device. For noobies, YES I ALREADY HAVE READ THE ANDROID TECH ARTICLES AND YOU TUBE VIDEOS. The switch in developer options will not unlock bootloader and LG does not have these devices on their list of phones even capable to be unlocked. So til then it's back to the grind.
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Is anyone even working on a root for this device? Doesn't seem like it, I have one of these phones sealed in box never opened for the off chance someone picks up the charge and needs a stock firmware to toy around with given the phone was BOGO when I picked it up for my DIGITS line.
So far relying on ISLAND and IceBox, and it yields nice results.
Lg has equiped system with many quite useful and convenient features.
Not needed applications are just frozen.
However waiting for brealing from such utilities as KingoRoot.
So far disabled automatic updates hopefully making would-be exploits available for future versions of KingoRoot.View attachment 4747486
Just as the subject mentions. Curious if it's just me?
Nada. No update. And when I mentioned this on their forum, they deleted the post.
I even tried the thing where you remove the SIM and search for updates then. Didn't make any difference.
Searching with Sammoblie and Frija, only the carrier version(A536U) from Xfinity/Comcast has gotten it in the US.
I don't have it either, what bothers me most is that 13 was released for older A phones including lower priced models already. Is it possible that because this is an enterprise phone (at least in the USA) it requires more time for testing?
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I don't have it either, what bothers me most is that 13 was released for older A phones including lower priced models already. Is it possible that because this is an enterprise phone (at least in the USA) it requires more time for testing?
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What bothers me was how quickly Samsung deleted my post on their forum after I asked about this.
It's been like 6 weeks since the same phone in other countries was given this. It's quite annoying.
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What bothers me was how quickly Samsung deleted my post on their forum after I asked about this.
It's been like 6 weeks since the same phone in other countries was given this. It's quite annoying.
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Samsung's discussions has a sticky at the top that updates happen whenever (edit: or at least it did before). And that's definitely how it goes for all their devices.
Even Samsung flagships go through silly stuff for updates and Android versions so its not A53 only.
The A53 unlocked has carrier apps on it so its tied to the carrier testing. Why will US carriers release Android 13 for older devices before newer? No idea but that's how their testing is going. They have some reason.
Really, you will get it when you get it. If you just think it won't show up until the year 2721 then it should be easier for you lol.
Its frustrating I know for unlocked to be dependent on carriers. But, waiting, it will at least probably have less bugs so that's fine enough. A buggy device isn't fun at all.
edit: Also A52 appear to be doing better than the A53 in getting Android 13 and listed as Enterprise. So, I don't think Enterprise has anything to do with it.
edit: The end result appears to be what Samsung's sticky said which is updates happen when they happen.
Samsung promised 4 years of updates for this phone so they have about 3 more years to give us android 13.
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3 Days ago, my phone suddenly shut itself off, and then stuck itself in a bootloop and would not boot again. It's a Samsung A53 5G (ATT&T) running android 12 one UI version 4.1 at the time. After booting into safe mode and wiping application config data, it still would not come out of safe mode until I factory reset it and connected it to a wifi network.
Finally after all of this BS, I got it to boot normally, but then, as if by magic, my phone was running Android 13 UI Version 5.0!
WTF!?
So I spent an entire day recovering my bank accounts, cashapp, applications, and various accounts, and chalked this pain in the ass up to the game...
And then this morning, it ****in' happened again.
I'm done with Samsung. This phone has been a $500 piece of **** since day 1. It's not even 3 months old yet. Samsung has gone from the most badass manufacturer of android devices, straight to the bottom of the abyss in terms of quality.
The Bloatware they send with these devices now should be unlawful. The amount of YOUR resources they use to track every single thing you do, every place you go, every dollar you spend is unfathomably creepy and discomforting.
Do yourself a favor and get comfortable with 12. because 13 is an even bigger piece of ****, and in my case, it has totally wrecked my phone twice in 3 days now.
Do yourself an even bigger favor, and throw your samsung into the bottom of the ocean and go buy yourself an IPhone. I'm really sad about the way Samsung has turned out. I'm even more sad about the way Android has gone down the drain. And Google has turned into the world's most powerful creepy stalker with Facebook a close 2nd.
I think if people actually new just how intrusive these tech companies have become, they'd stop using them altogether. There needs to be new and better privacy regulations and trackers and spywares and metadata miners and these 'ad targeting' programs and applications should be illegal.
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3 Days ago, my phone suddenly shut itself off, and then stuck itself in a bootloop and would not boot again. It's a Samsung A53 5G (ATT&T) running android 12 one UI version 4.1 at the time. After booting into safe mode and wiping application config data, it still would not come out of safe mode until I factory reset it and connected it to a wifi network.
Finally after all of this BS, I got it to boot normally, but then, as if by magic, my phone was running Android 13 UI Version 5.0!
WTF!?
So I spent an entire day recovering my bank accounts, cashapp, applications, and various accounts, and chalked this pain in the ass up to the game...
And then this morning, it ****in' happened again.
I'm done with Samsung. This phone has been a $500 piece of **** since day 1. It's not even 3 months old yet. Samsung has gone from the most badass manufacturer of android devices, straight to the bottom of the abyss in terms of quality.
The Bloatware they send with these devices now should be unlawful. The amount of YOUR resources they use to track every single thing you do, every place you go, every dollar you spend is unfathomably creepy and discomforting.
Do yourself a favor and get comfortable with 12. because 13 is an even bigger piece of ****, and in my case, it has totally wrecked my phone twice in 3 days now.
Do yourself an even bigger favor, and throw your samsung into the bottom of the ocean and go buy yourself an IPhone. I'm really sad about the way Samsung has turned out. I'm even more sad about the way Android has gone down the drain. And Google has turned into the world's most powerful creepy stalker with Facebook a close 2nd.
I think if people actually new just how intrusive these tech companies have become, they'd stop using them altogether. There needs to be new and better privacy regulations and trackers and spywares and metadata miners and these 'ad targeting' programs and applications should be illegal.
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That's not the experience of most people. Since you bring up Apple as if that will help you avoid this when it can happen there too: https://myphotoyear.com/ios-16-update-goes-wrong/
Its just a fact of life.
More or less it could be improved or solved by multi-OS versions at the same time (such as dual boot on a computer), slower major OS versions, etc. This is not how Google or Apple thinks though.
To add, you can of course improve loss of data by using system backup and also backing up your stuff separately. Though Android still isn't perfect there.
Of course, if you see an update, avoiding updating for some months might also help though not ideal.
edit: For instance you could have used the Samsung restore which may be presented on first use setup or even manually done in Settings > Accounts and Backups > Restore which will restore much if you used the online backup or backup to sd card. Some apps and data will be missing if apps don't support it, etc. Unfortunately, it seems to only offer one backup at least online so any backup on the account since might have destroyed it.
edit: using that and backing up to sd card includes 10GB of stuff on my phone whereas the online is suggested as 2GB (it backs up files and also eg debug built from source apps). So, if you want the best, it may be what you should do from now on. Then restore it if need be. Still, up to apps to support backup individually. Make sure to run it weekly or something.
Also, I know you're pissed about that. Try not to be pissed with me lol. Thanks.
I'm thinking we're in for weeks, or months, more wait. We haven't even gotten a January Security Update.
Just received the Android 13 (One UI 5.0) update last night on my unlocked phone. Also includes the Jan 2023 security update. Looks like they just made the January cutoff
Hmm I have unlocked a53 on t mobile, I checked for updates today and it said there were none.
I received the update today for Android 13 including dual sim support.
I been checking my A53 unlocked running on Visible every week since Christmas for an update. Today it found the Android 13 UI 5.0 update. downloading it now.
How is the new version? any bugs found?
ok, once my phone updated and rebooted now I am no longer connecting to 5G. I've rebooted a few times and nothing has changed. I'm stuck back on 4G.
tmeader said:
Just received the Android 13 (One UI 5.0) update last night on my unlocked phone. Also includes the Jan 2023 security update. Looks like they just made the January cutoff
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5 days after your post (6 since you got the update), with daily checking, and it's still a No for me.
My A53 arrived this morning and upon turning it on, my device had a lot of firmware updates waiting for me. I just updated to Android 13 not too ago along with January's Security patch.
I happen to live in the US, use T-Mobile, and I'm using the international version with dual SIM support.
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5 days after your post (6 since you got the update), with daily checking, and it's still a No for me.
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Another 3 days...
Still no Android 13 update.
I may wind up going to the Samsung service location in my area. This is ridiculous.
snark.shark said:
Another 3 days...
Still no Android 13 update.
I may wind up going to the Samsung service location in my area. This is ridiculous.
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They do rollouts on top of things.
You could of course use a sim from a different carrier that has the upgrade available and do it that way. Might just get it immediately or still not. Then switch back. That is a possible workaround.
Of course, if you see a signed image for download for Android 13 for your carrier. That might work too even though it still is a wait for it to show up that way.
I don't know if there's any other way here because of the CSC. It would be interesting to know if a Samsung service shop would do it for you. I can't imagine they would.
Received the update today. Seems to run faster.