Q. at school today i saw my friend had some new features, he said he just updated, so i tryed to update mine the same (im on 4.1.1 and he is on 4.1.2) but it keeps saying there is no update avalable? i heard some phones arnt supoorted in this update and that u have to root ur phone and flash the rom but i cbf flashing a new rom just for 1 update, im on telstra and i have the 4g modle of the phone, however my friend does not... why would they update the early modle gs3 but not the new one? or am i just doing somethig wrong? ( i dont see what i can do wrong
A. I'm in the U.S but I can answer your question. The update really depends on your carrier, they are the ones that decide if the update is up to their standards (aka "bloatware" compatible, new radios to catch signal, and usability.) So in your case you carrier might not have pushed the update yet. He could also have an international model which does get updates directly from Samsung and just put it on a carrier's plan. So if you do want the latest of Android, you'll want to root. My model S3 is only on 4.1.1 but rooted I'm running a 4.2.2 ROM. Hope this helps.
i installed 4.2.2 liquidsmooth on my samsung galaxy s3 metro pcs, is there a way to go back to the originalone?
Q. i installed jellybean 4.2.2 liquid smooth on my phone but i didnt back up before installing. is there another way to go back to the original firmware or atleast make kies recognize my phone again. (my phone is rooted) please help me plzzz
A. sure you can, just download official firmware and search for the firmware according to your device version, firmware code for 4.1.2 (official) is I9300XXELKC_I9300XXELK4_I9300XXELKC_HOME.tar.md5 and for 4.2.1 (official) is I9300XXUFMB3_I9300OJKFMB3_HOME.tar.md5
In this case, my device is Samsung Galaxy S3 International version
Just googling for your own device.
Use Odin3_v3.04 (choose PDA) and browse for the firmware
Don't forget to reset to factory reset and back up your apps and datas to your external SD card.
Hope it is useful for you
Should I get the new HTC One or the Samsung S4?
Q. I am planning to get a new phone but I didn't decide what I want to get.
Does the new HTC One run android?
Thanks so much to anyone who answers! I appreciate it!
A. The HTC One does run Android 4.1.2, the Samsung Galaxy S4 runs Android 4.2.2
This is why I believe that the Samsung Galaxy S4 is better than the HTC One(Sorry if this is long)
1. It is quicker- 1.9ghz quad core vs 1.7ghz quad core
2.Microsd- you can expand the memory with a 64gb microsd. This a cheaper way to expand your memory and you can have a 16 gb S4 and still have more storage than the HTC One(64gb) if you get a 64gb microsd.
3.Removable battery- This means you can replace the battery if you run out of charge when you are around unlike the HTC One which you have to charge or bring an external charger and charge it from there, however this is an akward way of charging your phone. Also the removable battery can help you prevent water damage as you can remove the battery if it falls in water, thus reducing the chances of water damage.
4.Repairability- Repairability- iFixit gave HTC One the worst rating for repairability and gave one of the best to the S4( http://www.appy-geek.com/Web/ArticleMobile.aspx?regionid=4&articleid=8679015)
5. Screen- It is amazing and bigger than the screen on the HTC One (yes this is an advantage). Yes it has less ppi (440ppi S4 vs 468ppi HTC One) reviewers say that the difference in ppi is unnoticeable but you can see the difference in colours as the amoled display is has amazing colours. The big screen is also an advantage as it as you can do so much more with it, multitask for example. Also I can fit the Note 2 in one hand with medium hands and actually use it so in my opinion one hand use should not be an issue as the Note 2 is half an inch bigger.
6. Real Multitasking- watch videos while online, write an email while watching a video, send a message while surfing the web, you can split the screen in two so you can multitask without a bother, this cannot be done on the HTC One.
7. Samsung added features
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a.Smartstay- won't turn the screen off if you are still looking at it.
b.Smartpause- pauses a video when you turn around and turns it back on when you turn back
c.Eye controlled webpage scrolling
d. Airview- check link to learn more http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S-4-display-Air-View-and-Air-Gesture-demoed-on-video_id40881
e.Infrared TV remote(on One too)
f.External temperature and humidity sensors
g.Use the phone while using gloves
h. S Health- useful for health enthusiasts
i. S Translator- itâs all in the name a translator
j.Etc- I could go on but check the link to see even more features http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S4-10-exclusive-or-little-known-features-review_id41541
8.Camera features- First of all reviewers say the only place that the HTC One beats S4 camera wise is in low light without flash, the rest are about the same(actually the S4 photos have more detail and are clearer according to CNET) except in video where the S4 wins. So in my opinion the cameraâs are very similar so itâs more about features in the end, S4 wins here
a.Dual shot- take photos from both cameras so that you can include the photographer in a photo
b.Photo with audio message- record a message before or after a photo to add to a photo
c.Eraser shot- can remove unwanted moving content
d. Drama shot- takes pictures of a moving object and puts the moving object through the whole picture
e. More but those are the best
9. People say the metal feels premium, personally I have used both HTC One and S4 and have found that the feeling is different, the S4 does not feel like a cold metal brick in your hand but feels strong and sturdy yet not cold. Plus if you like metal but use cases you won't notice any difference as the cases are virtually all plastic. Also metal weakens the signal of Wifi, 3g/4g and any other wireless communication system so it is a disadvantage(check out this link to see an unbiased choice and why the S4 was chosen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDX1eKwgH-s&feature=youtube_gdata_player )
10. For gamers, the S4 has the quickest gaming graphics on any smartphone so you won't have problems while playing games (http://m.cnet.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s4-has-the-fastest-gaming-graphics-of-any-phone/57581021)
11. Environmentally and socially friendly- the S4 is the first smartphone and only fpr now to receive the TCO certification which means it was built in a sustainable manner and was compliant with the International Labour Organization and UN conventions which means it was built in good working conditions. For more information check this link
http://www.talkandroid.com/162469-samsung-galaxy-s-4-is-the-worlds-first-smartphone-to-recieve-coveted-tco-certification/?utm_source=feedburner-ta&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AndroidNewsGoogleAndroidForums+%28Android+News%2C+Rumours%2C+and+Updates%29
Hope this helped
Enjoy your new phone (no matter which one it is)
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