Android: Phone News and Discussion Thread
#5001
One on the right for me
Cool. Thank you. I've moved most of the shit to my SD card and it still comes up with that message. The only reason why I bought a fancy phone was because I needed my work email. I have maybe 200 pictures and I have downloaded Words with Friends, one Kindle book, and Angry Birds. Otherwise, it is pretty much same as when I bought it.
#5002
Safety Car
Which phone do you have again? If you're rooted you can install apps that can clear cache files, etc. But I don't see how that could cause your low storage space. I've only seen it happen with Apps install and certain custom ROMs. I personally use these two to clear my cache and other crap on my phone once in a while when I run a ROM long enough but they need root:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...cmtlbi5zZG0iXQ..
^I use the Corpse Finder (Finds leftover files on apps that were uninstalled and didn't get removed properly) and Clean Apps Files which makes the app below a little redundant.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ZWFuZXIubmciXQ..
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...cmtlbi5zZG0iXQ..
^I use the Corpse Finder (Finds leftover files on apps that were uninstalled and didn't get removed properly) and Clean Apps Files which makes the app below a little redundant.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ZWFuZXIubmciXQ..
Last edited by CGFebTSX04; 03-27-2012 at 01:26 AM.
#5004
the overexplainer
any word on the next ICS update for the Verizon Gnex? Rumor has it 4.0.5?
they need to release it to fix the annoying email widget issue submitted by yours truly
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=23279
i'm running a stock rooted ROM, will an OTA update break the root?
they need to release it to fix the annoying email widget issue submitted by yours truly
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=23279
i'm running a stock rooted ROM, will an OTA update break the root?
#5005
Safety Car
any word on the next ICS update for the Verizon Gnex? Rumor has it 4.0.5?
they need to release it to fix the annoying email widget issue submitted by yours truly
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=23279
i'm running a stock rooted ROM, will an OTA update break the root?
they need to release it to fix the annoying email widget issue submitted by yours truly
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=23279
i'm running a stock rooted ROM, will an OTA update break the root?
If you are stock and rooted, it may not install the update file. Usually, the stock update.zip does a check of some things in regards to the system files, recovery and other things before flashing to avoid any bricks. If it detects an anomaly, rooting in this case, it won't continue with the flash. Its always best to unroot just to avoid any issues with stock updates.
#5006
Safety Car
Bluestacks went beta today for the people who want to run Android apps on their PCs:
http://bluestacks.com/
I have yet to try it but interested mainly in the Google+ to have the Messenger portion. Supposedly people are saying it works.
http://bluestacks.com/
I have yet to try it but interested mainly in the Google+ to have the Messenger portion. Supposedly people are saying it works.
#5009
Whats up with RDX owners?
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That elephant figured out how to use a Galaxy Note faster then my mom figured out how to transfer songs in iTunes.
#5010
Suzuka Master
downloading blustacks now, gonna try it out, seems cool. Most important thing for me if it works for all my messaging haha then its a winner.
#5011
One on the right for me
Which phone do you have again? If you're rooted you can install apps that can clear cache files, etc. But I don't see how that could cause your low storage space. I've only seen it happen with Apps install and certain custom ROMs. I personally use these two to clear my cache and other crap on my phone once in a while when I run a ROM long enough but they need root:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...cmtlbi5zZG0iXQ..
^I use the Corpse Finder (Finds leftover files on apps that were uninstalled and didn't get removed properly) and Clean Apps Files which makes the app below a little redundant.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ZWFuZXIubmciXQ..
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...cmtlbi5zZG0iXQ..
^I use the Corpse Finder (Finds leftover files on apps that were uninstalled and didn't get removed properly) and Clean Apps Files which makes the app below a little redundant.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ZWFuZXIubmciXQ..
#5012
Safety Car
Ahh okay. Yeah HTC and their partitioning issues. Fixed it in their recent phones but the old phones can't be fixed with an OTA. A custom ROM can fix it. My suggestion is to root the phone and run SD Maid Manager and Cache Cleaner once in a while. I bet it has something to do with cache accumulating over time and not being purged. You could manually go into each app in the settings --> Applications --> All and "Clear Cache" on all of the apps which does the same thing without root. From my quick search, HTC Mail, GMail, SMS cache get too big so just clear them and it should free up some space.
#5013
One on the right for me
Ahh ok. It's weird. Says there is a shit ton of space but then shuts down apps at the same time. Just annoying. I like the phone but this may drive me to buy a new one.
#5014
Suzuka Master
#5015
Safety Car
So much for the "Its too big reviews" and the "Stylus is outdated":
Source: http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/03...f-smartphones/
Never understood the reviews that marked it down saying its too big (*cough* BGR). They should focus on the phone and the features and let people decide whether or not its too big for them.
Samsung has now sold 5 million of the large devices, with a limited international launch (most of Europe, parts of Asia, and a much more recent American launch) expanding into the Japanese market next month.
Never understood the reviews that marked it down saying its too big (*cough* BGR). They should focus on the phone and the features and let people decide whether or not its too big for them.
#5016
Safety Car
Nexus S 4.0.4 update is rolling out:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/03...-it-right-now/
My first impression: Noticeably faster!
Going to cover everything in points:
1. The time lag between clicking & opening menu items is now negligible, just like Gingerbread.
2. The camera from lockscreen loads up faster.
3. The rotation animation is faster.
4. Battery bug is fixed!
5. 3D apps load up faster...
6. Overall a faster & better update by Google.
7. I think Ice Cream Sandwich was not finished until December, but now it feels a finished/polished product.
Pros:
Animations faster
Whole UI is noticeably smoother
Cons:
Launcher still lags
Kernel is updated, but the version is still old.
Old GB sounds
Update: The ROM is rootable, download this zip and flash in CWM to root.
Going to cover everything in points:
1. The time lag between clicking & opening menu items is now negligible, just like Gingerbread.
2. The camera from lockscreen loads up faster.
3. The rotation animation is faster.
4. Battery bug is fixed!
5. 3D apps load up faster...
6. Overall a faster & better update by Google.
7. I think Ice Cream Sandwich was not finished until December, but now it feels a finished/polished product.
Pros:
Animations faster
Whole UI is noticeably smoother
Cons:
Launcher still lags
Kernel is updated, but the version is still old.
Old GB sounds
Update: The ROM is rootable, download this zip and flash in CWM to root.
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I thought it was a little on the big side when I played with one my buddy just got the other day. It isn't unbearable by any means but I am actually rather happy with the form factory and size of my GN. I always thought my Thunderbolt was to chunky coming from my Incredible which I absolutely loved but desperately wanted a bigger screen on.
Not very happy that right now there are no plans for a HTC One device on Verizon. I hope something with similar specs comes out from HTC for Verizon soon as I really want to get rid of my GN as the signal issues are starting to drive me nuts as well as the camera sometimes. Other than that I love it.
Not very happy that right now there are no plans for a HTC One device on Verizon. I hope something with similar specs comes out from HTC for Verizon soon as I really want to get rid of my GN as the signal issues are starting to drive me nuts as well as the camera sometimes. Other than that I love it.
#5019
Sanest Florida Man
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#5020
Safety Car
I thought it was a little on the big side when I played with one my buddy just got the other day. It isn't unbearable by any means but I am actually rather happy with the form factory and size of my GN. I always thought my Thunderbolt was to chunky coming from my Incredible which I absolutely loved but desperately wanted a bigger screen on.
Not very happy that right now there are no plans for a HTC One device on Verizon. I hope something with similar specs comes out from HTC for Verizon soon as I really want to get rid of my GN as the signal issues are starting to drive me nuts as well as the camera sometimes. Other than that I love it.
Not very happy that right now there are no plans for a HTC One device on Verizon. I hope something with similar specs comes out from HTC for Verizon soon as I really want to get rid of my GN as the signal issues are starting to drive me nuts as well as the camera sometimes. Other than that I love it.
#5021
Safety Car
#5022
Suzuka Master
Remember the app utter! the voice recognition that suppose to compare to siri or be more functional
He released a alpha phase in the market called (n)utter!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...bC5udXR0ZXIiXQ..
He released a alpha phase in the market called (n)utter!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...bC5udXR0ZXIiXQ..
#5023
I shoot people
I wish Otterbox would make a 3rd model that's even less bulky... but still have ample protection. When I picked up the "like-new" Galaxy Nexus last week, it came with the Otterbox Commuter (the previous owner had it since day 1), while I like how much protection it has, it's just too bulky, it's making Swyping rather hard one handed (I don't have big hands), at the same time, I'm paranoid about dropping it. I've since... bought 2 other cases only to return them within 24 hours because while they were slick and a lot less bulky, they just didn't protect enough (corners were kinda exposed). I'm probably going to order that SGP Hybrid, I just hate the wait for delivery (here in Canada).
Last edited by is300eater; 03-28-2012 at 09:53 PM.
#5024
Safety Car
I wish Otterbox would make a 3rd model that's even less bulky... but still have ample protection. When I picked up the "like-new" Galaxy Nexus last week, it came with the Otterbox Commuter (the previous owner had it since day 1), while I like how much protection it has, it's just too bulky, it's making Swyping rather hard one handed (I don't have big hands), at the same time, I'm paranoid about dropping it. I've since... bought 2 other cases only to return them within 24 hours because while they were slick and a lot less bulky, they just didn't protect enough (corners were kinda exposed). I'm probably going to order that SGP Hybrid, I just hate the wait for delivery (here in Canada).
#5025
I shoot people
So you picked one up? How you liking it? If you haven't already and are planning to root, I suggest you take a look at AOKP and Franco's kernel. The phone is amazing with both on it. Custom 4.0.4 ROMS should be coming soon but I'm going to wait until Franco builds a kernel for them.
As far as case suggestions, the Neo Hybrid works great and since its dual layer it should protect it from drops. Its pretty slim as well so its a plus. The Diztronic case is pretty slim as well and slightly feels better since its more rubbery. The Neo Hybrid would probably fare better when dropped though.
#5026
Safety Car
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No I haven't. Just waiting for the Verizon update.
#5028
Safety Car
4.0.4 Factory Images are up for Soju (Nexus S T-Mobile) and Yakju (Galaxy Nexus GSM) on Google's webpage. The CDMA versions are coming in the next few days according to JB Queru:
https://plus.google.com/112218872649...ts/MUf3yELqkta
Download:
http://code.google.com/android/nexus/images.html
These allow you to flash to stock from any state using Fastboot if you ever mess up your custom ROM. I just updated my bootloader to the latest version, PRIMELA03, just because. Probably won't notice too much of a difference. Contemplating on flashing the XXLA02 radio but currently running UGLA04 and having no issues as the "UG" correspond to North America while "XX" correspond to Europe so not sure if its better.
https://plus.google.com/112218872649...ts/MUf3yELqkta
Download:
http://code.google.com/android/nexus/images.html
These allow you to flash to stock from any state using Fastboot if you ever mess up your custom ROM. I just updated my bootloader to the latest version, PRIMELA03, just because. Probably won't notice too much of a difference. Contemplating on flashing the XXLA02 radio but currently running UGLA04 and having no issues as the "UG" correspond to North America while "XX" correspond to Europe so not sure if its better.
#5029
Safety Car
For the people who are interested in Rooting and installing a custom ROM on the Galaxy Nexus (GSM and CDMA), take a look at WugFresh's Galaxy Nexus Toolkit:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1454168
Everything you need to unlock the bootloader, root, flash a custom ROM, and go back to Stock is all there in a click and go method. Just make sure to back up your IMEI just in case. Otherwise, use the factory images as the last resort (which is the same method WugFresh uses) to return back to stock state.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1454168
Everything you need to unlock the bootloader, root, flash a custom ROM, and go back to Stock is all there in a click and go method. Just make sure to back up your IMEI just in case. Otherwise, use the factory images as the last resort (which is the same method WugFresh uses) to return back to stock state.
Last edited by CGFebTSX04; 03-30-2012 at 02:36 AM.
#5030
Suzuka Master
man 4.0.4 is sooooo much better. This is what should have been released back in december. No more horrible lag with the browsers, while i havent yet fully tested the battery I think its a lot better.
I'm gonna be sticking to stock ROM for a while.
I'm gonna be sticking to stock ROM for a while.
#5031
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
Im still rocking 4.0.3
Ill eventually get around to updating.
Ill eventually get around to updating.
#5032
Safety Car
ASUS seems to have fixed the Random Reboots that people were suffering from on the Transformers and some of the devs got Overclocked kernels running which was expected. Running a modded stock at 1.5 GHz and I love it. Its so smooth right now compared to HC. ICS feels so different on the Tegra 2s.
Last edited by CGFebTSX04; 04-01-2012 at 07:26 PM.
#5033
Safety Car
Nexus S 4G 4.0.4 leak is out there as well:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/04...final-version/
Its probably only a matter of time before the OTAs start rolling out.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/04...final-version/
Its probably only a matter of time before the OTAs start rolling out.
#5034
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
Im sad that Franco appeared to have given up on the NS kernel. The last ICS kernel he had out sucked to be honest, and he never really did anything with it.
Ive downloaded all the zips, I just need to break down and flash.
Ive downloaded all the zips, I just need to break down and flash.
#5035
Suzuka Master
I was reading sommething about the kernels and that actually none of the kernels really do much for performance or battery. On demand is the best for battery and smartassv2 was best for performance.
#5036
Safety Car
Yeah. Posted it a few pages back somewhere here. The conclusion was that UV yielded very little battery savings so its really not worth it unless you need every minute of your battery life.
#5037
Suzuka Master
ohh didnt see that, some dude on the NS forum in xda posted benchmarks for all that stuff he said that UV at most will save you 2%, but your phone becomes unstable so if you get a reboot its much worse.
#5038
Safety Car
Sweet a new North American Radio for the GSM Galaxy Nexus just showed up:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=362
UGLC1. Flash using CWM or fastboot. Just flashed it over UGLA4. Had great results with UGLA4 but gonna try this for now. My WiFi seems to be a bit stronger but from my understanding the radios shouldn't affect that. Its usually kernel related but I'm not gonna complain. lol.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=362
UGLC1. Flash using CWM or fastboot. Just flashed it over UGLA4. Had great results with UGLA4 but gonna try this for now. My WiFi seems to be a bit stronger but from my understanding the radios shouldn't affect that. Its usually kernel related but I'm not gonna complain. lol.
#5039
Suzuka Master
its the placebo effect lol!