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New Galaxy S owner with questions

Hi There,
I've just got my Galaxy S today, used to have a HTC Desire.
First problem I had was connecting to Kies. W7 x64 didnt like it, but turn the phone on while the usb was plugged in solved this.
Now for my second problem. Using my HTC Desire, I bought various apps from the market, but some of these such as Caligo Chaser can't be found when I search the market. How can I solve this?
Third: Kies tells me that "This mobile phone is not supported by Samsung Apps" and won't let me download some of the apps i want through there. What can I do?
I also want to use the podcast widget in kies, but when I enable it it tells me "Available after updating to the latest version" even though I have the latest version of Kies. What's wrong?
I would really like to use keys because managing my music and videos works fine.
Regards,
Lyno

I'm a former desire owner and very dissappointed GS owner. How have you found this device compared to desire? My experience has been one of great dissappointed.

I'm totally the opposite!
I love the screen, the video capability and the overall performance.
totally wipes the floor with my desire.

I take it you have issue with the lag ging freeze, ram issue, or gps?
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riz157 said:
I take it you have issue with the lag ging freeze, ram issue, or gps?
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I've been using it intensely, running all sorts of apps and 720 videos and as of yet, no lagging.
What's the RAM issue?
Not tried GPS yet, will do today.
What about the apps that don't appear?

This is driving me crazy! I keep checking out these forums, trying to figure out what problems are really going on with this device and it's insane how some folks are having issues that if are real, should be happening to all but that doesn't seem to be the case. I have an iPhone 4 and although it's nice, it's lacking in so many features I would call basic. I also have an Evo that has build quality issues but overall performs well. I hate the looks of the Droid X and so I'm trying to decide on the SGS, Evo and iPhone 4.
Going to check out the Captivate today in store and really give it some testing and look for some of the issues mentioned on this forum.......

AshMa said:
This is driving me crazy! I keep checking out these forums, trying to figure out what problems are really going on with this device and it's insane how some folks are having issues that if are real, should be happening to all but that doesn't seem to be the case. I have an iPhone 4 and although it's nice, it's lacking in so many features I would call basic. I also have an Evo that has build quality issues but overall performs well. I hate the looks of the Droid X and so I'm trying to decide on the SGS, Evo and iPhone 4.
Going to check out the Captivate today in store and really give it some testing and look for some of the issues mentioned on this forum.......
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Here's an issue that no one mentions but is definitely prevalent. Not all headphones with inline mic work on the SGS. I got pissed that my vmoda vibe duo sounded like pure crap but the headphones included worked fine. After a quick forum search I found out that alot of users experience this problem and as far as I know, there's no way to "know" which headphones (with inline mic) will work for sure. There's a "dirty fix" which is to tape down the talk button on the mic but i'd rather not have to deal with that.
I told my bud working at AT&T to check to see if the Captivate has that problem but he only had access to the stock headphones at the time...I'll update if he confirms or denies the same issue on the Captivate

lyno said:
Now for my second problem. Using my HTC Desire, I bought various apps from the market, but some of these such as Caligo Chaser can't be found when I search the market. How can I solve this?
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Not sure if you have flashed a new ROM yet but this sounds like you cannot see protected apps (some, but far from all paid apps are protected). Could you post your ROM versions (dial *#1234# to see them). If this is an issue with the protected apps, there is a solution in my FAQ thread.
lyno said:
Third: Kies tells me that "This mobile phone is not supported by Samsung Apps" and won't let me download some of the apps i want through there. What can I do?
I also want to use the podcast widget in kies, but when I enable it it tells me "Available after updating to the latest version" even though I have the latest version of Kies. What's wrong?
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I personally find it impressive that you got Kies to recognize your phone correctly in Windows 7 x64. I have done everything short of a complete Windows reinstall. So far without success. I personally find it one of the biggest shortcomings of Samsung regarding this phone. Software support this crappy belongs in the previous century and is simply ridiculous in the year 2010!

Im using win7 x64 and kies works ok. I had to install twice because the first time i plugged the phone in too soon and that fubarred the driver install.
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trinikartel said:
Here's an issue that no one mentions but is definitely prevalent. Not all headphones with inline mic work on the SGS. I got pissed that my vmoda vibe duo sounded like pure crap but the headphones included worked fine. After a quick forum search I found out that alot of users experience this problem and as far as I know, there's no way to "know" which headphones (with inline mic) will work for sure. There's a "dirty fix" which is to tape down the talk button on the mic but i'd rather not have to deal with that.
I told my bud working at AT&T to check to see if the Captivate has that problem but he only had access to the stock headphones at the time...I'll update if he confirms or denies the same issue on the Captivate
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I guess I'll add this to the list of things to consider when testing the Captivate. It really seems like there are people who get the device and don't want to hear about problems like parents who don't want to hear about their children doing wrong. Every device has some type of problems but there should be no issues with talking about any problems in a place like this......

So first of all about Kies ... it is not really supporting the android phone if I undesrtood well
For instance the samsung app are not android app
That's why it say's that your phone is not recognized
I think we will have to wait for a new version of Kies
On my side it doens't work on my vista 32 but it doens on another desktop on vista 64.
I already re installed the soft 3 time but still have the problem of MTP failed ( and WM11 doens't work neither )

I had no problems with Kies in Win7 x64 and identifying my device.
I have a problem with Kies in general. It sucks.

win7 64 and kies worked ok for me on me laptop and desktop. but your right it is pants!

I haven't really used Kies yet. What is it supposed to do?

AshMa said:
I guess I'll add this to the list of things to consider when testing the Captivate. It really seems like there are people who get the device and don't want to hear about problems like parents who don't want to hear about their children doing wrong. Every device has some type of problems but there should be no issues with talking about any problems in a place like this......
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Yeah I know what you mean. Tested the vibrant today with iphone headphones and they didn't have the same issue. I showed the chick working at the t-mobile store what I meant with my own phone and she was pretty surprised at that problem.
My at&t bud told me he told his product manager and she tested it and it was fine. He's gonna personally test it tomorrow as well.
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[Q] Tv Out?

Has anyone figured out if tv-out is disabled by software or just not possible? and if it is a software lock out, has anyone figured out how to re-enable this feature?
thank you in advance guys

I too would love to know if this would be possible! thanks!

The same cord.for the evo works on the epic also can use the headphone jack
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epic4gman said:
The same cord.for the evo works on the epic also can use the headphone jack
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I assume you are joking since the Evo uses microHDMI for TV out. That's a port that does not exist on the Epic.

Bro, go to cellup.com look up hdmi cables samsung epic n guess what you will find..... don't speak before you know
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epic4gman said:
Bro, go to cellup.com look up hdmi cables samsung epic n guess what you will find..... don't speak before you know
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Um, yeah, that would be a microUSB to hdmi and DOESN'T currently work on the Epic. The Evo's cable is microHDMI to HDMI. Please read before posting things you clearly don't know about. The feature of video out was disabled by Sprint.

That bites I was told by the guy I bought my epic.that that cord would work good thing I hhavnt bought it yet
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Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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epic4gman said:
That bites I was told by the guy I bought my epic.that that cord would work good thing I hhavnt bought it yet
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If that "guy" was a Sales Rep., they'd tell you anything to close a sale. A lot like car sale's men.
[Q] Tv Out?
Has anyone figured out if tv-out is disabled by software or just not possible? and if it is a software lock out, has anyone figured out how to re-enable this feature?
thank you in advance guys
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This guy claims TV-OUT on Epic's hardware is disabled. Dunno how reliable of a source he is, but I guess we'll be closer to knowing for sure once we get froyo 2.2 on our Epics.
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=132687&page=2 (post #16)

ghostrid3r said:
This guy claims TV-OUT on Epic's hardware is disabled. Dunno how reliable of a source he is, but I guess we'll be closer to knowing for sure once we get froyo 2.2 on our Epics.
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Okay, if the Verizon Fascinate has Tv-out his argument will be invalid. I guess we'll just have to wait for that or froyo to learn more unless someone else has anything to offer.
I've also heard that the epic has a different 3.5mm controller, so that may be one clue

PlankLongBeard said:
Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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What video format is on the phone? Your TV might not have the right codec.

PlankLongBeard said:
Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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i know my new sharp aquos quattron or whatever it is has a similar issue. i can play files via usb. i can send the tv pics/music.. but no video. ive decided to just have it link up with my ps3 instead as it can handle video streaming.

Verizon's Fascinate does not currently support TV out either.

Just for kicks.. has anyone tried hooking it up and see if the option appears?? i dont have a cable to test with

I got one on ebay and tried so without another compatible device, I'm not sure if I just got a bad cable or not. I even tried using white and red as the video just in case cable was funky, but didn't work. I swear I read somewhere that the option would appear after plugged in, but no tv out option appeared in sound/ display settings.
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Edit: read in a bunch of different places today that an update killed TV-out... People had the option and then it was gone after update. This gives me hope that some of the pros here can give it back

There is a cable that is made by cygnet, that has the epic usb to hdmi, works with epic. Retails for $24.99, you can find them at Fry's Electronics.

spf2722 said:
There is a cable that is made by cygnet, that has the epic usb to hdmi, works with epic. Retails for $24.99, you can find them at Fry's Electronics.
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Have you tried it yourself to see if it works?
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I have tried working cables from my captivate and the epic tv out did not work. I looked in the 3.5 mm jack and the design looks different. I think it has different hardware but I am not 100% sure.

flash player 10.1 question

Is there a full version (not lite) working on the epic? I picked up my epic yesterday, came from the hero. Im rooted with the syndicate rom, but noticed the "fully loaded" version only had the flash lite...is the full 10.1 not available?
Ive searched around the forum but searching for anything with "flash" doesnt exactly narrow down the results very well, lol.

myke66 said:
Is there a full version (not lite) working on the epic? I picked up my epic yesterday, came from the hero. Im rooted with the syndicate rom, but noticed the "fully loaded" version only had the flash lite...is the full 10.1 not available?
Ive searched around the forum but searching for anything with "flash" doesnt exactly narrow down the results very well, lol.
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Flash player 10.1 won't be available ntil we get FroYo - feel free to join that drama if you want to. I am tempted to go back to the hero over all the babies around here.

Kcarpenter said:
Flash player 10.1 won't be available ntil we get FroYo - feel free to join that drama if you want to. I am tempted to go back to the hero over all the babies around here.
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Hey I remember you from the Hero I noticed the drama but have no idea what its all about. Is it surrounding Froyo? Would love to get filled in sometime
Here's another question...any issuses with the syndicate rom and getting headphones to work? I use an AUX cable to listen to music in my car, and on the hero it switched to headphones when plugged in, but on the epic it doesnt change and keeps outputting sound through the phone. Any ideas?

Ya, I just landed here a week ago, also coming from hero. I have got to agree about the drama. This is actually my Third xda community and I have never seen such a climate. Hope it calms down. I come here for cooperation.

That seems to be an issue with non-stock kernels, or if you are running tock, you aren't running the most current firmware, they have fixed it. I'm running froyo and loving it. I am still using dj29, no dk05. I don't see the need, everything I want works, ujust missing 2 paid apps in the market (understandable due to non official business). Got hulu working great, created a bookmark shortcut to go to the widget player so I can run it fullscreen in landscape. Love this phone, just ignore the drama. I have made 0 comments on it cause really, I don't care, I'm happy as a pig in **** with my froyo. There is definitely a battery boost, too as long as you wipe battery stats properly.
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That seems to be an issue with non-stock kernels, or if you are running tock, you aren't running the most current firmware, they have fixed it. I'm running froyo and loving it. I am still using dj29, no dk05. I don't see the need, everything I want works, ujust missing 2 paid apps in the market (understandable due to non official business). Got hulu working great, created a bookmark shortcut to go to the widget player so I can run it fullscreen in landscape. Love this phone, just ignore the drama. I have made 0 comments on it cause really, I don't care, I'm happy as a pig in **** with my froyo. There is definitely a battery boost, too as long as you wipe battery stats properly.
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Thanks for the heads up, i read somewhere else about the headset not working on non-stock kernals. Guess that solves that mystery!

Dev shopping for music-only ROM idea

I had been thinking of all those who are going to or already have gotten a new phone, but thanks to the development community still love their old Erii. I am going to eventually (as soon as I get a job) switch mine, but I really love my Eris and don't want to see it end up getting tossed out like it's garbage. So I had an idea for a super-light ROM that disables or deletes anything not need for being a fancy mp3 player (read Android version of an iPod Touch).
I had asked Workshed if he might want to do it, and he said he thinks it's a great idea. I think it should happen and so I am asking the rest of the devs to try.
It should :
Be as fast as possible.
Be super stable.
Have (baked in) the WiFi only script.
Be sexy.
If possible, be either ICS or ICS-themed. (optional but would be cool)
If there is a dev that feels like giving it a try, respond here and see what you can do.
I love you all here on XDA. But even more so the development community of the Eris. It's made the using of such an outdated phone bearable and, in fact, enjoyable.

a froyo rom like this was made a year ago.. im surprised nobody has made a gingerbread version.. and honestly for a device thats not a phone.. i could deal with froyo... 2.3 on my touch pro 2 runs so slow...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=979808

I have made my own "music only" ROM based off GSB 4.5 that workshed just released.
basically, I just load the "wifi-only" script via init.d, and have stripped out everything not necessary. The only remaining annoyance is that the signal bars for the cell network still appear in the status bar, just grayed out and with an x over them... I'm trying to find a way to remove the signal bars entirely from the device, and then I will be happy.

Is it not possible to just remove them from systemui. In a sense just remove the actual PNG files.
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I'm using xtrROM, because I needed native wma support. I stripped everything I didn't need. I used zeam launcher and put only one screen to avoid the annoying auto scroll from the well known crappy track-ball problem. I underclocked it with setcpu, down to 256Hz with the screen off. Added wifi only script, and I can get about 6 days moderate use and 8 hours of continuous play. I think an mp3 rom is a good idea, but I have already got a good setup. WMA support is a must though.
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Futile post, I made a thread with the rom I released.
Called (ROM) Abridged for Music

I'll have to try that one once I get my new phone (soon so don't worry). If it's not fast, I suggest asking workshed for tips, since GSB has speed figured out. It should be really fast if the bloat gets removed, or at least easy to make faster. And as far as forgetting the script, don't worry. All devs forget something from time to time.
Also, if there are any devs working on ICS for the Eris, I would love one of them to try this out, as it could be a simpler "starter version" of their final work and be perfectly suited for this. After all, most ROMs start out really rough, with no working phone or some such problem. In this version, they wouldn't have to work all the major problems out, after all. All we want is to have no phone access, but WiFi. Not even Bluetooth.
However, I have to point out that this thread is for getting devs interested in the project. You should make your own thread for the result, so people can come to you and let you know of issues and suggestions.

Futile post, I made a thread with the rom I released.
Called (ROM) Abridged for Music

Super_Dork_42 said:
I'll have to try that one once I get my new phone (soon so don't worry). If it's not fast, I suggest asking workshed for tips, since GSB has speed figured out. It should be really fast if the bloat gets removed, or at least easy to make faster. And as far as forgetting the script, don't worry. All devs forget something from time to time.
Also, if there are any devs working on ICS for the Eris, I would love one of them to try this out, as it could be a simpler "starter version" of their final work and be perfectly suited for this. After all, most ROMs start out really rough, with no working phone or some such problem. In this version, they wouldn't have to work all the major problems out, after all. All we want is to have no phone access, but WiFi. Not even Bluetooth.
However, I have to point out that this thread is for getting devs interested in the project. You should make your own thread for the result, so people can come to you and let you know of issues and suggestions.
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I'd say leave Bluetooth, myself. There's a lot of Bluetooth pieces for streaming media and you won't have those stupid wires hanging out of your head ...
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CondemnedSoul said:
I'd say leave Bluetooth, myself. There's a lot of Bluetooth pieces for streaming media and you won't have those stupid wires hanging out of your head ...
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Fair enough. I guess I was only thinking of headsets.
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I just wanted to pop in and say that preludedrew mentioned the following to me about a possible future addition to Evervolv...
preludedrew: oh btw, kinda on the same subject of your small builds
preludedrew: I Want to do a 'media' build
preludedrew: more or less, a build that can be used as a media player
preludedrew: goes through and disables all telephony except wifi
preludedrew: for people that have spare phones and want to use them as mp3 players.
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Not sure when one of us might get around to that but it's on our radar.

MongooseHelix said:
I just wanted to pop in and say that preludedrew mentioned the following to me about a possible future addition to Evervolv...
Not sure when one of us might get around to that but it's on our radar.
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So regardless of now, this denote you gave might end all the controversy about this 'MP3' rom run. Very discreet of you and your team

[ROM] Captivate Touch - CM10.1 Stable Modification

First off, I deserve very little credit for this. All of the heavy lifting is done by the great CM team. All I did was make a few modifications to their work.
This is a no phone, "Touch" version of CM10.1 stable for the Samsung Captivate, based on my previous work with ICS and GB roms. I have removed the APKs from the ROM that control phone functions and most of the cell signal icons. The dialer is still there, but the phone does not work, INCLUDING 911 CALLS."Secret Codes" work through the dialer.
Install instructions: (If you are here I am sure you know how to search so I will not provide direct links, but I like GooManager)
1.) Install cm-10.1.0-captivatemtd
2.) Install cm-10.1.0-captivatemtd - nophone_v1
3.) Wipe Data/Factory Reset
4.) Install JB GAPPS Package
5.) Reboot
You will get a FC error upon boot, but otherwise everything seems to work. I will update the not working list as I come across issues.
Download Link: http://www.4shared.com/zip/Xwa42uUw/cm-1010-captivatemtd_-_nophone.html
HELLYBEAN Touch Modification.
Again, the heavy listing goes to the real chefs. Give them your thanks and kudos: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1976222
Download Link: http://www.4shared.com/zip/gfymD1GF/Hellybean-20130713-captivatemt.html
COGNITION Touch Mod:
DesignGears gave me permission many many moons ago to mod his ROM so here is is in all of its 2.3.whatever glory.
I RECOMMEND USING ODIN ONE-CLICK AND FLASH BACK TO STOCK BEFORE INSTALLING THIS ROM!
Download Link: http://www.4shared.com/zip/k2jYZSdv/Cognitionv453_-_NO_PHONE.html
Not Working:
GPS seems to be it. I added the 8NTP fix and will test that out when I can.
Here is the original effort that got derailed by the 2nd child. We have a 3rd now and need of a device to pair with our IP cameras.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1093696
I found the post with my original instruction set. Feel free to play around as necessary.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1087247

I still don't know what if phone has no calling function and why you post this for
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ghoster76 said:
I still don't know what if phone has no calling function and why you post this for
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Its to turn the Captivate into a similar device as the iPod touch. Not to be used as a phone but a music player or game player

SoullessGinga said:
Its to turn the Captivate into a similar device as the iPod touch. Not to be used as a phone but a music player or game player
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and what is the advantage of converting a perfectly good phone into a device for music only?

mikediaz234 said:
and what is the advantage of converting a perfectly good phone into a device for music only?
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For those of us with kids, it allows them to play with their own device without risk of a 911 call!
I use mine as a baby monitor now connected to our IP cameras.
Also battery life is SIGNIFICANTLY improved.
And yes, I know that you can just turn on airplane mode, but 2 year-olds are quite resourceful. Likewise, simply removing the SIM card does not prevent emergency calls.
The thought was for a more elegant solution.

dfellars77 said:
For those of us with kids, it allows them to play with their own device without risk of a 911 call!
I use mine as a baby monitor now connected to our IP cameras.
Also battery life is SIGNIFICANTLY improved.
And yes, I know that you can just turn on airplane mode, but 2 year-olds are quite resources full. Likewise, simply removing the SIM card does not prevent emergency calls.
The thought was for a more elegant solution.
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well if that is your thinking ok but honestly I think your modification is worthless. no imprecive one baby monitor costs $ 30 and an MP3 $ 15. so why ruin a good $ 200 dollars phone if with $ 45 dollars if you solve your needs

mikediaz234 said:
well if that is your thinking ok but honestly I think your modification is worthless. no imprecive one baby monitor costs $ 30 and an MP3 $ 15. so why ruin a good $ 200 dollars phone if with $ 45 dollars if you solve your needs
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There are people that like to reuse what they already have around instead of buying new stuff. If you think your way is better this ROM wasn't made for you no need to call it useless just cause you have no need for it. I give him props for finding a new use for a great phone instead of spending money he didn't have to spend.

mikediaz234 said:
well if that is your thinking ok but honestly I think your modification is worthless. no imprecive one baby monitor costs $ 30 and an MP3 $ 15. so why ruin a good $ 200 dollars phone if with $ 45 dollars if you solve your needs
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That's a bit harsh dontcha think? Besides, how is it ruined? All you have to do is flash another ROM, which if you are on this site you can pretty much do in your sleep. :good:
This phone has been flashed no fewer than 100 times and probably closer to 200. It has run every version of Android and CM available as well as AOKP, MIUI and my Froyo and ICS Touch Mods. It has been flashed back to stock and loaned to more than 5 friends, returned and reflashed to something else before being loaned out again. This phone has paid for itself over and over, even though it has not been my primary phone since 2010.
Besides, 30$ baby monitors are crap as are the $150 video ones and if you use a subscription service, $15 mp3 players won't solve your needs either (or at least not very well.)

mikediaz234 said:
well if that is your thinking ok but honestly I think your modification is worthless. no imprecive one baby monitor costs $ 30 and an MP3 $ 15. so why ruin a good $ 200 dollars phone if with $ 45 dollars if you solve your needs
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Dude your post is absolutely worthless, if you don't like this guys project then why are you in this thread, this thread is for development talk not complaining about something that you haven't/dont use. I for one have always enjoyed this guy's idea and have used it and also copied it to my other devices, it beats having ny captivate as a $200 paper weight and same can be said about my skyrocket, gs2, gs3, note which would all be useless without this form of a modification.
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dfellars77 said:
For those of us with kids, it allows them to play with their own device without risk of a 911 call!
I use mine as a baby monitor now connected to our IP cameras.
Also battery life is SIGNIFICANTLY improved.
And yes, I know that you can just turn on airplane mode, but 2 year-olds are quite resources full. Likewise, simply removing the SIM card does not prevent emergency calls.
The thought was for a more elegant solution.
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I also will add that airplane mode disables WiFi as well.
Good work op. I just dusted off the old cappy and will give this a shot.
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A quick update on battery life.
2d 1h 3m on battery.
34% remaining.

Anyone know if voodoo sound pro will work with cm10 on the cappy? The audio chip in the GS1 blows any GS2-4 outta the water sound quality wise been using mine as an ipod/bike computer for years. What's with all the hate on repurposing an old out dated device? Many thanks to dfellars! I've just been rocking it in airplane mode for the past year or so.
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schleger89 said:
Anyone know if voodoo sound pro will work with cm10 on the cappy? The audio chip in the GS1 blows any GS2-4 outta the water sound quality wise been using mine as an ipod/bike computer for years. What's with all the hate on repurposing an old out dated device? Many thanks to dfellars! I've just been rocking it in airplane mode for the past year or so.
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Yes voodoo sound works.
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schleger89 said:
Anyone know if voodoo sound pro will work with cm10 on the cappy? The audio chip in the GS1 blows any GS2-4 outta the water sound quality wise been using mine as an ipod/bike computer for years. What's with all the hate on repurposing an old out dated device? Many thanks to dfellars! I've just been rocking it in airplane mode for the past year or so.
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glad people are finding this useful. I'll try to pop in now and then to keep it updated.

Great idea! This ROM will be the solution to my problem. I use my captivate for games, music, camera and so on and i dont need the phone part. Will test soon. One request, just like you took CM10.1 and took all the "phone" stuff out (you know what i mean) , can you do it to other roms like captivating, pac, supernexus....? Thanks in advance!

So does the GPS not work AT ALL, or is it just or is it just spotty without a cell signal? I've been using my Cappy as a speedometer in my beater 4runner and for offroad navigation with Oruxmaps, but everything else about this ROM sounds exactly what I've been looking for since I upgraded to my Note II. I pulled the SIM out and it works pretty well other then the GPS sometimes taking long then expected, but if I download A-GPS data before I leave it locks on fast. I'm hoping that is the only issue with this ROM, and not that it just flat out doesn't work.
Keep up the good work, and don't listen to ignorant people who just wanna put you down for making something a bunch of people will find useful.

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The GPS problem is with the Captivate, not this Rom or any other Rom.
The Captivate has always had problems with its GPS. Just the way this phone is. :thumbup:
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anwarkhan25 said:
Great idea! This ROM will be the solution to my problem. I use my captivate for games, music, camera and so on and i dont need the phone part. Will test soon. One request, just like you took CM10.1 and took all the "phone" stuff out (you know what i mean) , can you do it to other roms like captivating, pac, supernexus....? Thanks in advance!
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Yeah, send me a link to the ROM you want me to tweak and I will give it a go if I have time.

dfellars77 said:
Yeah, send me a link to the ROM you want me to tweak and I will give it a go if I have time.
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Thanks! Here's the link to hellybean!

4-2ndtwin said:
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The GPS problem is with the Captivate, not this Rom or any other Rom.
The Captivate has always had problems with its GPS. Just the way this phone is. :thumbup:
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Fair enough....thats all I wanted to know. I will say that ROM upgrades have made it 100 times better then it was when stock, but its still sucky compared to my Note II. Even with cell stuff turned off it will only take 10 seconds to lock on most of the time, and rarely over a minute or two.
I'll have to give this a try in the next day or two.
Josh