Given the age of this phone, I simply wanted to ask a question on the last, best ROM that brings this phone to the most recent Android version, and provides security fixes? The newest ROM I can find is the Carbon ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/myto...-2015-t3077527 based on 4.4.4, and is newer than the Virtuous ROM I have been using on this phone (4.0.3), as I believe that one of the most recent ROMS that supported TMobile wifi calling (although I'm now on Google FI). I don't use this phone as a daily driver, but I do try to keep it updated, and available as a spare.
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Saturday, 30 July 2016
Tuesday, 26 July 2016
"Recent screen" stops showing my recent apps
I dont know when it occurs, but once it does, I have to reboot my phone in order for my recent apps to reappear on my recent screen. Anyone know what may be causing this?
Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk
Sent from my VS987 using Tapatalk
recent app close whatsapp
hi.
ust as I kill the window from my recent apps, whatsapp also stops running in the background.
So I was looking for a way to keep the app always running on the background.
how?
i'm with this rome: Android 6.0.1 XXU1CPB2
Darklord MIX S7EDGE/NOTE UX 1.2 MM6.0.1 S5 SM-G900F/FQ/I/P/K/T/M/W[22 th, july2016]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...5-6-0-t3417426
ust as I kill the window from my recent apps, whatsapp also stops running in the background.
So I was looking for a way to keep the app always running on the background.
how?
i'm with this rome: Android 6.0.1 XXU1CPB2
Darklord MIX S7EDGE/NOTE UX 1.2 MM6.0.1 S5 SM-G900F/FQ/I/P/K/T/M/W[22 th, july2016]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...5-6-0-t3417426
Saturday, 23 July 2016
Most recent update
How do I get the most recent update? My Gear Manager shows I'm up to date but I haven't updated in a while.
Wednesday, 20 July 2016
Recent apps style
is there a theme or a way to change the recent apps style to default marshmallow or lollipop ?
Tuesday, 19 July 2016
Saturday, 16 July 2016
Original shield tablet - Recent update has killed my right speaker?
Hi
I have the original shield tablet running 6.0.1 build number MRA58K.40827_726.6502 software version 4.2(24.3.68.8). I recently updated the software and for some reason the right (or bottom) speaker no longer works (headphones work tho). This tablet is like new, pristine condition and was sent out as a replacement as the old one was a fire hazard, so a bit gutted. I noticed in the recent change list there was something about sound, so I am hoping its software related. Any ideas if its possible for me to roll back the software without having to wipe the tablet? Thanks
I have the original shield tablet running 6.0.1 build number MRA58K.40827_726.6502 software version 4.2(24.3.68.8). I recently updated the software and for some reason the right (or bottom) speaker no longer works (headphones work tho). This tablet is like new, pristine condition and was sent out as a replacement as the old one was a fire hazard, so a bit gutted. I noticed in the recent change list there was something about sound, so I am hoping its software related. Any ideas if its possible for me to roll back the software without having to wipe the tablet? Thanks
Thursday, 14 July 2016
Enable "App Lock" Icon in recent apps menu?
I'm running 6.0.1 on my G900H. Any way to enable that feature?
I noticed my wife's S7 has the feature and i like it a lot. Any help would be appreciated.
On SpaceRocket_MM at the moment.
I noticed my wife's S7 has the feature and i like it a lot. Any help would be appreciated.
On SpaceRocket_MM at the moment.
Monday, 4 July 2016
Questions on Recent Root
Hey everyone, I'm a bit of a noob when it comes to Android but I have a couple questions. Thanks to the people who were recently able to get root access, I rooted my SM-G930P.
Are the other s7 ROMs (g930f models) compatible with my phone?
Is it possible yet for me to flash anything onto the s7 (or get xposed installer)? I've never done this stuff before.
Sorry if these questions don't really make sense. I'm learning as I go. Thanks!
Are the other s7 ROMs (g930f models) compatible with my phone?
Is it possible yet for me to flash anything onto the s7 (or get xposed installer)? I've never done this stuff before.
Sorry if these questions don't really make sense. I'm learning as I go. Thanks!
lost recent apps?
I turned on my phone today like I usually do and all of a sudden when I press the recent apps button at the bottom of the device the words no recent apps pop up and that's it . I didn't do anything different or change anything. I even restarted the phone opened a few apps jumping back to home screen each time just to double check and it still doing it . Does anyone know what may have accidentally got pressed or changed to cause this? The only option I ever remember seeing is in the development section under settings at the very bottom to set the limits of the background apps and the other one below that but I have not messed with them . Thanks
Saturday, 2 July 2016
Comparing the Idol 3 to some recent releases
Everyone seem's to be looking at phones like the idol 4..the oneplus 3...but all the phones I saw mentioned were in the 0-0 range and the 0 model was rather barebones...now I'm not a gamer and I originally purchased the idol 3 because the phone was CHEAP and had the features I wanted. I decided to review a couple of phone...both cheaper than the 0 I paid for my idol 3 but can still be considered prospects.
The idol 3 has come a long way with marshmallow but the development community is still tiny and alcatel provides zero support. The removal of fastboot when installing marshmallow is another example of their ....I want to say ineptness because why cripple a phone that is sold unlocked.....if you use the marshmallow 6.0 radio you lose band 12 lte....if you flash the 5.0.2 radio you get it back.
The first phone I tested basically came across as an Idol 4.7 except it had a 5.5 screen. The ZTE Zmax 2 is currently selling for at bestbuy [ http://slickdeals.net/f/8791267-at-t...v=1&p=85689931 ] as an "AT&T Go Phone" but is easily unlocked to run on other carriers. It comes with Lollipop but folks have already found "soft roots" for it and I imagine before to long marshmallow will be available.
The basic specs are:
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 [ Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 ]
16GB Internal Memory
2GB RAM
MicroSD Card Slot (up to 64GB)
5.5" 1280x720 Display [720p]
8MP Rear & 2MP Front Cameras
4G LTE
Removable 3000 mAh Battery
Android 5.1 Lollipop
Full specs available at: http://www.gsmarena.com/zte_zmax_2-7572.php
You might like: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/zte-zmax-2,review-3582.html
For unlocking, see the Wiki board in thread [ Everything in the wiki was NOT written by me so when you see "I tried this" in there it's the original author. ]:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8851267-16gb...src=SiteSearch
For case:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8791267-at-t...1#post85689931
Tempered glass:
http://r.ebay.com/eiSfaR
Low light pictures using Open Camera with Expsoure adjustment:
http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpos...&postcount=472
Recommended apps to get *as close as possible* to LG double knock feature.
-- Nova launcher prime -- Has double knock to turn off the screen
-- Gravity Screen (Plexnor) -- Comes with tons of useful features like keeping the Screen on by motion, turning the screen off by placing it flat on a tablet, pocket sensor etc.. But I am only using the Wave to unlock (proximity sensor to unlock)
Double knock to turn on the screen -- I did tons of research.. Not possible. So don't waste your time..only LG has implemented this without draining the battery (that is, without having to keep a black screen On waiting for user input).
Rooting -- not available at the moment because no one has been able to crack the ZTE's locked Bootloader.. so don't fall a prey to fictitious links that claim a root of this phone. On the +ve side, haven't felt the need to root till now. I read a post that on XDA there is some way to disable even system apps without rooting, but haven't felt the need or tried it so far.
How to unlock this phone:
1. Do not turn the phone on, don't even open the box.
2. Go to this web site: https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/?#/
3. Check I have read and agree to the eligibility requirements to unlock my device.
4. This is super important, check Non-AT&T Mobility Customer
5. Fill out the form, including the IMEI number which is located on the Box
6. Submit
7. You will be sent an email with a link to confirm
8. Open your email and confirm
9. Anywhere from 1 hour to 48 hours you will be given an unlock code. It took 8 hours for me to receive mine.
10. Open up the box, put in your SIM from your Carrier and turn it on.
11. You will be prompted for the unlock code
12. Put it in and continue.
This post can be edited by most users to provide up-to-date information about developments of this thread based on user responses, and user findings. Feel free to add, change or remove information shown here as it becomes available. This includes new coupons, rebates, ideas, thread summary, and similar items.
Firmware Update (credit: jchu14)
If you're using the Zmax 2 on a non-AT&T network, don't throw away the ATT GO prepaid sim card! You can use the sim card to obtain software update for free.
The most current version is b17. Usually if you have a non-ATT sim card in the phone, when you check for sofware update in 'settings', you won't be able to see updates available. You need to have an active sim card in the phone to activate.
To activate the sim card, go to att's website [att.com] and enter the sim card number printed on the sim card itself. Go through the activation process (need email address and zip code). When it asks you to put in an IMEI: put in all zeros. When it asks you to choose a plan, it doesn't matter what you choose. I picked the 25 cent/min plan even though all other plans should work (you don't have to pay anything regardless of what plan you pick).
Go though the activation process and eventually you'll assigned a phone number and your sim is activated! Stick that sim card in the phone and then check for a software update in 'settings'. You should be notified of an available update. If it tells you to wait 24 hours before you can check again, you can manually change the date and time of your phone in 'settings > date and time'. Set it forward a day, then you can again check for software update. Generally the phone will update to b16 first. After b16 is applied, you may have to check and roll the date forward twice before it'll see and apply the b17 update.
There is no need to actually put any money into the account attached to the sim card. However, this sim card will expire in 60 days if you don't put in any money into the account. So maybe it's not a bad choice if you want to hold on to the sim card inactivated until a major update is available.
Confirmed in AT&T Forums, these conditions MUST be met.
For the Update to proceed automatically, the phone conditions have to be as follows:
1. 100% Battery Capacity
2. Charger Connected
3. Active AT&T SIM
I use Cricket MVNO and followed these steps in the wiki to successfully update. (lowprice)
#####
T-Mobile Network compatibility:
* 4G LTE Band 4 (primary) AWS 1700/2100 - YES
* 4G LTE Band 2 (secondary) PCS 1900 - YES
* 4G LTE Band 12 (new primary/upcoming) 700-A - YES!
* 4G HSPA+ Band 4 (deprecated) AWS 1700/2100 - NO
* 4G HSPA+ Band 2 (new primary) PCS 1900 - YES
* 2G EDGE Band 2 (primary) PCS 1900 - YES
T-Mobile Features:
* WiFi Calling - NO
* VoLTE - NO
* RCS - NO
* Tethering/HotSpot - NO native, YES use 3rd party app (ES File Explorer)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The second phone is a bit of a special deal...currently Amazon is selling the BLU R1 HD for [I'd get the Zmax 2 over the BLU which is smaller and has ads for the same price ] and the Moto G4 for 5. Both of those include a price drop (and a 2nd off for the Moto G4) because they are ONLY for prime members and they show ad's on the lockscreen. Would you let amazon display ad's if it saved you off a phone? I decided I would...here is the deal: https://slickdeals.net/f/8881879-pri...e-free-s-h?v=1
Basic Specs:
Moto G (4th Gen) Specs:
5.5" 1920x1080 IPS display
1.5Gz Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 Octo-Core CPU
2GB RAM
MicroSD Card Slot (up to 128GB)
13MP rear + 5MP front cameras
3000mAh battery
Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Compatible w/ AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint & Verizon
16GB OR 32GB (+)
Detailed Specs: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g4-8103.php
Final out the door price on these: 5 for the 16gb G4 and 5 for the 32gb g4. I opted to pay the extra to get the 32gb..but will also be dropping in a 128gb microsd. Both beat the original sale price of the Idol 3......I'm curious to see what others think. Please don't turn this into a flame war. This is just to compare how the idol 3 stacks up to recent phones at or below it's original price range. What was flagship a couple years ago is now seen as a "bargain phone".
You might like this review: http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/mobil...hone-ever-made
The idol 3 has come a long way with marshmallow but the development community is still tiny and alcatel provides zero support. The removal of fastboot when installing marshmallow is another example of their ....I want to say ineptness because why cripple a phone that is sold unlocked.....if you use the marshmallow 6.0 radio you lose band 12 lte....if you flash the 5.0.2 radio you get it back.
The first phone I tested basically came across as an Idol 4.7 except it had a 5.5 screen. The ZTE Zmax 2 is currently selling for at bestbuy [ http://slickdeals.net/f/8791267-at-t...v=1&p=85689931 ] as an "AT&T Go Phone" but is easily unlocked to run on other carriers. It comes with Lollipop but folks have already found "soft roots" for it and I imagine before to long marshmallow will be available.
The basic specs are:
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 [ Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 ]
16GB Internal Memory
2GB RAM
MicroSD Card Slot (up to 64GB)
5.5" 1280x720 Display [720p]
8MP Rear & 2MP Front Cameras
4G LTE
Removable 3000 mAh Battery
Android 5.1 Lollipop
Full specs available at: http://www.gsmarena.com/zte_zmax_2-7572.php
You might like: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/zte-zmax-2,review-3582.html
For unlocking, see the Wiki board in thread [ Everything in the wiki was NOT written by me so when you see "I tried this" in there it's the original author. ]:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8851267-16gb...src=SiteSearch
For case:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8791267-at-t...1#post85689931
Tempered glass:
http://r.ebay.com/eiSfaR
Low light pictures using Open Camera with Expsoure adjustment:
http://slickdeals.net/forums/showpos...&postcount=472
Recommended apps to get *as close as possible* to LG double knock feature.
-- Nova launcher prime -- Has double knock to turn off the screen
-- Gravity Screen (Plexnor) -- Comes with tons of useful features like keeping the Screen on by motion, turning the screen off by placing it flat on a tablet, pocket sensor etc.. But I am only using the Wave to unlock (proximity sensor to unlock)
Double knock to turn on the screen -- I did tons of research.. Not possible. So don't waste your time..only LG has implemented this without draining the battery (that is, without having to keep a black screen On waiting for user input).
Rooting -- not available at the moment because no one has been able to crack the ZTE's locked Bootloader.. so don't fall a prey to fictitious links that claim a root of this phone. On the +ve side, haven't felt the need to root till now. I read a post that on XDA there is some way to disable even system apps without rooting, but haven't felt the need or tried it so far.
How to unlock this phone:
1. Do not turn the phone on, don't even open the box.
2. Go to this web site: https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/?#/
3. Check I have read and agree to the eligibility requirements to unlock my device.
4. This is super important, check Non-AT&T Mobility Customer
5. Fill out the form, including the IMEI number which is located on the Box
6. Submit
7. You will be sent an email with a link to confirm
8. Open your email and confirm
9. Anywhere from 1 hour to 48 hours you will be given an unlock code. It took 8 hours for me to receive mine.
10. Open up the box, put in your SIM from your Carrier and turn it on.
11. You will be prompted for the unlock code
12. Put it in and continue.
This post can be edited by most users to provide up-to-date information about developments of this thread based on user responses, and user findings. Feel free to add, change or remove information shown here as it becomes available. This includes new coupons, rebates, ideas, thread summary, and similar items.
Firmware Update (credit: jchu14)
If you're using the Zmax 2 on a non-AT&T network, don't throw away the ATT GO prepaid sim card! You can use the sim card to obtain software update for free.
The most current version is b17. Usually if you have a non-ATT sim card in the phone, when you check for sofware update in 'settings', you won't be able to see updates available. You need to have an active sim card in the phone to activate.
To activate the sim card, go to att's website [att.com] and enter the sim card number printed on the sim card itself. Go through the activation process (need email address and zip code). When it asks you to put in an IMEI: put in all zeros. When it asks you to choose a plan, it doesn't matter what you choose. I picked the 25 cent/min plan even though all other plans should work (you don't have to pay anything regardless of what plan you pick).
Go though the activation process and eventually you'll assigned a phone number and your sim is activated! Stick that sim card in the phone and then check for a software update in 'settings'. You should be notified of an available update. If it tells you to wait 24 hours before you can check again, you can manually change the date and time of your phone in 'settings > date and time'. Set it forward a day, then you can again check for software update. Generally the phone will update to b16 first. After b16 is applied, you may have to check and roll the date forward twice before it'll see and apply the b17 update.
There is no need to actually put any money into the account attached to the sim card. However, this sim card will expire in 60 days if you don't put in any money into the account. So maybe it's not a bad choice if you want to hold on to the sim card inactivated until a major update is available.
Confirmed in AT&T Forums, these conditions MUST be met.
For the Update to proceed automatically, the phone conditions have to be as follows:
1. 100% Battery Capacity
2. Charger Connected
3. Active AT&T SIM
I use Cricket MVNO and followed these steps in the wiki to successfully update. (lowprice)
#####
T-Mobile Network compatibility:
* 4G LTE Band 4 (primary) AWS 1700/2100 - YES
* 4G LTE Band 2 (secondary) PCS 1900 - YES
* 4G LTE Band 12 (new primary/upcoming) 700-A - YES!
* 4G HSPA+ Band 4 (deprecated) AWS 1700/2100 - NO
* 4G HSPA+ Band 2 (new primary) PCS 1900 - YES
* 2G EDGE Band 2 (primary) PCS 1900 - YES
T-Mobile Features:
* WiFi Calling - NO
* VoLTE - NO
* RCS - NO
* Tethering/HotSpot - NO native, YES use 3rd party app (ES File Explorer)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The second phone is a bit of a special deal...currently Amazon is selling the BLU R1 HD for [I'd get the Zmax 2 over the BLU which is smaller and has ads for the same price ] and the Moto G4 for 5. Both of those include a price drop (and a 2nd off for the Moto G4) because they are ONLY for prime members and they show ad's on the lockscreen. Would you let amazon display ad's if it saved you off a phone? I decided I would...here is the deal: https://slickdeals.net/f/8881879-pri...e-free-s-h?v=1
Basic Specs:
Moto G (4th Gen) Specs:
5.5" 1920x1080 IPS display
1.5Gz Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 Octo-Core CPU
2GB RAM
MicroSD Card Slot (up to 128GB)
13MP rear + 5MP front cameras
3000mAh battery
Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Compatible w/ AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint & Verizon
16GB OR 32GB (+)
Detailed Specs: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g4-8103.php
Final out the door price on these: 5 for the 16gb G4 and 5 for the 32gb g4. I opted to pay the extra to get the 32gb..but will also be dropping in a 128gb microsd. Both beat the original sale price of the Idol 3......I'm curious to see what others think. Please don't turn this into a flame war. This is just to compare how the idol 3 stacks up to recent phones at or below it's original price range. What was flagship a couple years ago is now seen as a "bargain phone".
You might like this review: http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/mobil...hone-ever-made
Friday, 1 July 2016
SWAP back and recent apps keys Marshmallow 6.0.1 (need root)
goto your favorite file explorer. i used root explorer. make sure you have root access and goto /system/usr/keylayout and then make sure you have read write access. then click on generic.kl
change line key 158 to APP_SWITCH
change line key 254 to BACK
make sure to save. reboot. back key should now be on left. recent apps on right. you can still hold your recent apps key which is now on the right to get menu in some apps.
and for my next trick... modding s pen to left side of note 4. just kidding. enjoy.
change line key 158 to APP_SWITCH
change line key 254 to BACK
make sure to save. reboot. back key should now be on left. recent apps on right. you can still hold your recent apps key which is now on the right to get menu in some apps.
and for my next trick... modding s pen to left side of note 4. just kidding. enjoy.
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