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Anyone else agree the fingerprint scanner is a huge disappointment? Can't even be used with one hand!
+1. Tried it yesterday and it was garbage. It can't even compare to the iPhones.
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I am sure if it was used in a way a similar way that the iPhone's fingerprint sensor is used, they'd have another patent on their hands.
Definitely a shame
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I am sure if it was used in a way a similar way that the iPhone's fingerprint sensor is used, they'd have another patent on their hands.
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Yep... Patents were a huge benefit for Apple being first.
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The only disappointment is that other manufacturers still think they need to copy Apple. I blame those darn American consumers. I wouldn't have been in the slightest bit disappointed if the S5 didn't have a fingerprint scanner.
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The problem is that Apple bought AuthenTec, the company which makes the type of fingerprint scanners which the iPhone uses.
And you know Apple is ready to sue if someone else brings a similar fingerprint scanner!
LancelotSA said:
The only disappointment is that other manufacturers still think they need to copy Apple. I blame those darn American consumers. I wouldn't have been in the slightest bit disappointed if the S5 didn't have a fingerprint scanner.
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Yeah same. Just a costly gimmick. And Samsung, if you're gonna implement a feature that heavily advertised, At least make it work -_-
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Fingerprint readers on any phone are garbage, including the one on the iPhone. I've used the iPhone one many times and had it fail miserably many times over. Same thing with a buddies iPhone. That technology still has a long time to go before it's perfected.
Anyways, I've seen enough videos for the S5 to prove to me that the fingerprint reader works just fine, so I'm content with that.
karmuh said:
Fingerprint readers on any phone are garbage, including the one on the iPhone. I've used the iPhone one many times and had it fail miserably many times over. Same thing with a buddies iPhone. That technology still has a long time to go before it's perfected.
Anyways, I've seen enough videos for the S5 to prove to me that the fingerprint reader works just fine, so I'm content with that.
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It was iffy on 7.0, but on iOS 7.1 it hasn't failed on me once. I always keep my hands clean, so that could make a difference. You've got to set it up properly and once you do that it's good. I bet your friends either hadn't set it up properly or weren't on 7.1.
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karmuh said:
Fingerprint readers on any phone are garbage, including the one on the iPhone. I've used the iPhone one many times and had it fail miserably many times over. Same thing with a buddies iPhone. That technology still has a long time to go before it's perfected.
Anyways, I've seen enough videos for the S5 to prove to me that the fingerprint reader works just fine, so I'm content with that.
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I'm not questioning the accuracy. It is clear though that the only functional use for it is ad hoc events such as PayPal. it is useless to unlock your phone unless you want to use two hands
SolarTrans said:
+1. Tried it yesterday and it was garbage. It can't even compare to the iPhones.
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I was hoping to get a chance to try it aswell but it was blocked on every demo S5 I encountered. Where did you get a chance to try it?
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AT&T store in NE Portland, OR.
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I don't see why is it so hard to make a biometric scanner on a phone. My laptop from 2010 has one on it that works like a charm every time.
I'm hoping the problem with the one on the S5 is that you just need to get used to using it. If not -- no problem, I just won't use it.
brivette007 said:
I don't see why is it so hard to make a biometric scanner on a phone. My laptop from 2010 has one on it that works like a charm every time.
I'm hoping the problem with the one on the S5 is that you just need to get used to using it. If not -- no problem, I just won't use it.
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Software updates will most likely help also.
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karmuh said:
Fingerprint readers on any phone are garbage, including the one on the iPhone. I've used the iPhone one many times and had it fail miserably many times over. Same thing with a buddies iPhone. That technology still has a long time to go before it's perfected.
Anyways, I've seen enough videos for the S5 to prove to me that the fingerprint reader works just fine, so I'm content with that.
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+1
YOU ARE RIGHT
My Exp also same!!!
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ipsuvedi said:
+1
YOU ARE RIGHT
My Exp also same!!!
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'Tis a shame you have had such a poor experience with the iOS TouchID... Like I said: give it a try on iOS 7.1
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SolarTrans said:
Yeah same. Just a costly gimmick. And Samsung, if you're gonna implement a feature that heavily advertised, At least make it work -_-
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You make it sound like it doesn't work lol. Friends iphone scanner doesn't always work first try either. So it's not as if the apple one is flawless. Either way, as a whole the GS5 definitely offers a lot of what consumers want and with all these great mini reviews coming in, I personally can't wait for what they got in store for the next note.
I wonder how the fingerprint scanner works when there's a screen protector on top.
Well the only fingerprint tat worked flawlessly was on motorola atrix I used tat phone for a year and ter wasnt a single complaint from the fingerprint scanner...u cud easily use it with 1 hand without any problems watsoever even if ur hands r wet or dirty it recognised it
I really like how Sprint installs the vast majority of a device's bloatware after you set up the device. It means you can simply uninstall it and it's actually gone. It's not just disabled or frozen. I understand the business reasons behind bloatware and of course I'd prefer it not be there at all. That said, since it isn't going away, I wish all carriers would adopt Sprint's method rather than cluttering up the system partition with it. Thoughts?
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Agreed. I've been with them awhile now and they are really easing up on it recently.
I guess this helps them get the product out faster since they don't need to bake these programs in the ROM anymore.
The most recent update I received (I've had like 3 of them already) pushed the additional bloatware, but when I try to uninstall it, it doesn't give the option. Can't wait until we can root this thing.
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Can't wait until we can root this thing.
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We can, the T Mob version works, but I would proceed with caution afterwards since we don't have a ROM image to flash if things go south.
I've just been tweaking stuff... Until I can actually remove it and not worry.
I was able to uninstall everything except Lookout, Sprint ID, and Sprint Zone. We are talking about all the extra apps installed by Sprint. This doesn't apply to the additional Samsung apps.
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We can, the T Mob version works, but I would proceed with caution afterwards since we don't have a ROM image to flash if things go south.
I've just been tweaking stuff... Until I can actually remove it and not worry.
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How many people have successfully used the t-mob on the sprint note 4?
Me, and two others.
It does break system updates but we'll have downloadable roms soon enough.
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That's the Note 3, don't use.
SM - 910p
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Yeah, realized after I posted it and edited post.
I can't uninstall or freeze Evernote either.
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Evernote is an app that Samsung preinstalls. It's highly integrated with S-Note, which is why you can't disable it. Same with Flipboard.
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Just the same as carrier branding on sprints phones... there is little to none. I like it that way. I dont go walking down the street, see someone with a huge wart of a verizon logo on the phone and say to myself, "im getting Verizon". Its rediculous that carriers have to put their big old stamp on otherwise beutiful hardware. Same goes for software. I dont see the point in 20 apps that simply take you to the carriers website. Sprint has its share of bloat but its not nearly as bad as others.
Agreed. When it comes to bloatware, AT&T is by far the worst. I owned their Galaxy S5 and there were 17 apps that were specifically installed by AT&T. They even preinstall an app called ReadyToGo which replaces the standard welcome/setup screen (when you turn the device on for the first time) with one that's got AT&T's brand all over it. That's just obscene.
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I'm shocked at the lack of "bloat" on this phone. Almost all the Sprint apps are easily uninstalled, but what gets me is the lack of Samsung apps. First time ever I don't have a Samsung folder full of their apps. I actually opened Galaxy App and installed a few just to see whats going on..........
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I'm shocked at the lack of "bloat" on this phone. Almost all the Sprint apps are easily uninstalled, but what gets me is the lack of Samsung apps. First time ever I don't have a Samsung folder full of their apps. I actually opened Galaxy App and installed a few just to see whats going on..........
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needs MOAR bloat ........ said no one ever
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needs MOAR bloat ........ said no one ever
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I read his post and I saw no way to interpret it as him advocating for more bloatware. That post was made out of happiness at how little there is.
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oldblue910 said:
I read his post and I saw no way to interpret it as him advocating for more bloatware. That post was made out of happiness at how little there is.
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i know ....... im just having some fun
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i know ....... im just having some fun
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Sorry. Didn't mean to sound like a prick.
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oldblue910 said:
Sorry. Didn't mean to sound like a prick.
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ive NEVER seen a prick on XDA .........
See what I did there?! haha Cheers!:highfive:
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needs MOAR bloat ........ said no one ever
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Do I really want a S5 port on my nice new shiny Note 4?? lol
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Do I really want a S5 port on my nice new shiny Note 4?? lol
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Sure, why not?
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Is anyone else missing some features from the advance feature menus on the verizon s7 edge? I was looking for the switch for the app drawer removal and the switch for the white pages caller id. Is there any way to sideload with out rooting? I cannot root i use samsung pay everyday.
Verizon has removed the white pages feature.
Any way to enable them like you can with adaptive storage?
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Coming from an iPhone 5s to this thing and I am again reminded of carrier tampering and bloatware on Android phones. Seriously, why would Verizon not allow users to try out the app drawer removal option?
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Any way to enable them like you can with adaptive storage?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/help/enable-white-pages-hopefully-t3333735
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/help/enable-white-pages-hopefully-t3333735
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FYI - This doesn't actually do anything. It will say you've turned it on, but it doesn't work.
They also removed the auto restart feature.
I finally have 7.0 on my Verizon GS7 Edge. I know Verizon blocks some Samsung features, but I was wondering if anyone has a list of everything that is missing. Unfortunately, this is a work phone, so I can't just switch carriers. I had the Note 7 with T-Mobile, but we all know how that turned out. Rather than carrying 2 S7 Edge phones I decided to cancel my line with T-Mo and just rock the one phone for a while. Now I'm wondering if that was a mistake.
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For everybody upset about the removal of features, wait for the 7.0 U firmware and flash it.
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For everybody upset about the removal of features, wait for the 7.0 U firmware and flash it.
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If it ever comes LOL
Hey, just be happy they didn't remove the GPS, phone-dialer, SMS and the clock - and then offer to sell them back to you [VZ Clock, VZ GPS, VZ Phone, etc.]
Hell, I'm kind of surprised they don't remove the entire Android OS and offer to sell THAT back to you for a monthly fee.
FoxyDrew said:
If it ever comes LOL
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It will. XDA as a whole is just a bunch of impatient whiners, and I've been here a long time.
afh3 said:
Hey, just be happy they didn't remove the GPS, phone-dialer, SMS and the clock - and then offer to sell them back to you [VZ Clock, VZ GPS, VZ Phone, etc.]
Hell, I'm kind of surprised they don't remove the entire Android OS and offer to sell THAT back to you for a monthly fee.
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Well, they do have VZ Nav, and I'm honestly surprised they haven't blocked Google Maps from their branded devices. Back in the early days of Android, they actually didn't ship them with Maps, though you could still install it later.
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It will. XDA as a whole is just a bunch of impatient whiners, and I've been here a long time.
Well, they do have VZ Nav, and I'm honestly surprised they haven't blocked Google Maps from their branded devices. Back in the early days of Android, they actually didn't ship them with Maps, though you could still install it later.
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I remember on my Omnia Verizon locked the GPS, it worked only With VZNav. Definitely a shady company.
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On a related note, is there a repository of apk files for all stock apps in the 935U firmware? I might try installing P the app alone.
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you could see if this work for whitepages if you are rooted
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-s7-edge/themes/whitepages-att-stock-fw-t3431054
Downloading it now ! 1074.5 mb
I have the 9.7 " version
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Somebody catch that update!
Is it rolling out in phases? Mine still says my software is up to date on 5.1.1
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Looks like the AT&T Tab S2 now supports NumberSync. Can someone post the AT&T Marshmallow ROM? I'd like to install it on my international SM-T815, and see if I can get calls to work. Also, the AT&T ROM should allow the Samsung Gear app to work.
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Looks like the AT&T Tab S2 now supports NumberSync. Can someone post the AT&T Marshmallow ROM? I'd like to install it on my international SM-T815, and see if I can get calls to work. Also, the AT&T ROM should allow the Samsung Gear app to work.
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You neither could nor would want to install the att firmware on your device.
If it could and you somehow managed to flash the bootloader you would end up with a locked device forever.
Flashing the system.img is possible, but why when the MM software is already available for your device?
ashyx said:
Flashing the system.img is possible, but why when the MM software is already available for your device?
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Like I said:
1. I would like to use the Numbersync feature so I can share the same phone number across all my devices.
2. I would like to install the Samsung Gear app from the PlayStore so I can pair the tablet with my watch.
Instead of messing with the SM-T817A ROM, I'll probably just pick up a tablet from AT&T.
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Like I said:
1. I would like to use the Numbersync feature so I can share the same phone number across all my devices.
2. I would like to install the Samsung Gear app from the PlayStore so I can pair the tablet with my watch.
Instead of messing with the SM-T817A ROM, I'll probably just pick up a tablet from AT&T.
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Good luck with buying a completely locked down tablet.
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Good luck with buying a completely locked down tablet.
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Thanks!
So if I have the Sm-t817a tablet will I eventually get the MM update? I bought it off Craigslist the other day and didn't care about the LTE but it was perfect condition 9.7" for $300 . I don't really care about rooting it or anything and it sounds like I'd be screwed anyway if I was bit I have my Nexus devices for that.
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SM-T817A MM Update
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Downloading it now ! 1074.5 mb
I have the 9.7 " version
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So, How did it go? I got the update a couple of days after you and everything is perfect except for the keyboard. Very Often, while I am typing, the system inserts spaces and misses characters etc. It can be a real pain in the a$$ to type on the tablet now.
Well, here we are, 17 days later; and the typing problem is Long Gone. Weird... But, Good !!
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I performed a factory reset before and after upgrading just to be safe.
Anyone else ever receive the update? I'm still stuck on Lollipop.
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Haven't received the update here either. Anyone know of a way to force it?
sorry . I hope everyone has there update by now ! my battery is little better is best thing from this update . I didn't factory reset . runs really smooth !
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Anyone else ever receive the update? I'm still stuck on Lollipop.
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have you gotten the update yet
Not yet....
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Not yet....
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I finally got the update. I didn't have my AT&T sim in the tablet anymore. As soon as I put the AT&T sim back in and checked for the update, it pushed out. Not sure if this will affect anyone else or not.
won't find the update
I've tried doing the update OTA and it hasn't found it yet.
I've tried to do it through KIES and it says that this device is supported by Smartswitch and won't let me do it that way.
I want to do it through Odin, but I cannot find the update file.
Does anyone have a link or copy of the rom so I can get mine updated?
Thanks!
After talking with AT&T, the only way to update this tablet without AT&T service is to go to Best Buy and have them push it for you manually. Alternatively, you can call Samsung @800 726 7864 and they have a way to push it from the cloud or something.
Yes, old thread, but this tablet is STILL the bomb and many people are buying them used off of eBay only to find the last owner never bothered to update to Marshmallow.
zorlac_man said:
After talking with AT&T, the only way to update this tablet without AT&T service is to go to Best Buy and have them push it for you manually. Alternatively, you can call Samsung @800 726 7864 and they have a way to push it from the cloud or something.
Yes, old thread, but this tablet is STILL the bomb and many people are buying them used off of eBay only to find the last owner never bothered to update to Marshmallow.
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I was in the market for a new e-reader (OG Nook Book just wasn't cutting it any longer). Ended up with a Tab 2, but the Nook version due to the additional $50 discount. Was surprised it came with MM, but now I'm trying to figure out how I can get Nougat on it. This tablet really is the bomb!
I just exchanged my incendiary AT&T Note 7 for an S7 Edge, which is also a decent phone. I'm wondering if there's a way (without rooting) to reproduce any of the following software features that I got used to on the Note 7:
Secure Folder (instead of Private Mode)
New organization/presentation of the phone's Settings
Optimization page in Settings
Custom image for always-on display
Any advice appreciated.
As of right now none of those options are available. From what I've read all those options will be available on the Nougat update. Welcome to the edge bud.
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you can change the aod pic but root and xposed is required. the other options no unless there is an xposed module for them and i can not say if there is or not as im no longer rooted. welcome to the edge family btw and hope the phone treats you well, battery is awesome for me stock and all. (custom roms one day)
please when they will have the new software s7 galaxy sm-g935A
From what I have noticed they typically are releases between the 23rd and 28th of the month.
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I also came from Note 7.
There is a new AOD version released today for S7 Edge and one of the changes includes the ability to set custom image.
Wish there was a way to do the sPen gif creation on the S7 Edge. Its one of the main feature I miss from the Note 7. Anyone know if there is a way to do this on the S7 Edge.
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Wish there was a way to do the sPen gif creation on the S7 Edge. Its one of the main feature I miss from the Note 7. Anyone know if there is a way to do this on the S7 Edge.
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I've only had the S7 Edge for 2 days (although owned one when they first came out - it was the S7 Edge that pulled me away from the iPhone) and I am SO MISSING my Note 7. That was the best phone ever. That S-Pen GIF feature was great. I want so many of those S-Pen features which is why I went for another Note. Now we probably have to wait another year for a Note 8. I think Samsung might lose a lot of money by not getting new customers but I think the old Samsung customers (like us) will continue to purchase their products.
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There is a new AOD version released today for S7 Edge and one of the changes includes the ability to set custom image.
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That's good to see. Thanks for the heads-up!
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Wish there was a way to do the sPen gif creation on the S7 Edge. Its one of the main feature I miss from the Note 7. Anyone know if there is a way to do this on the S7 Edge.
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You can download that at the Galaxy app store for your Edge
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You can download that at the Galaxy app store for your Edge
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Not even close to the same. On the note there was a screen capture feature that recorded a 15 second gif inside of a selected area. One of the best features on the phone.
Gary02468 said:
That's good to see. Thanks for the heads-up!
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where to download it from?
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where to download it from?
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AOD is a Galaxy App.
but I search on galaxy apps and it doesn't find it inatalled or avaible
c-prodigo said:
but I search on galaxy apps and it doesn't find it inatalled or avaible
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Select Galaxy apps app if you are prompted with "Run with":
http://www.samsungapps.com/appquery...d.app.aodservice&cntyTxt=310&equipID=SM-G935A
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Not even close to the same. On the note there was a screen capture feature that recorded a 15 second gif inside of a selected area. One of the best features on the phone.
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I am missing this feature a lot so today I ordered a Samsung Galaxy Tab A with S Pen. Has the same S Pen software on it as the N7. On sale right now too. $100.00 off so it's $249.99 US. + free shipping.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/ta...ith-s-pen-16gb--wi-fi---black-sm-p580nzkaxar/
Hope this holds me over until the Note 8 comes out. Missing the N7 so much. Nothing compares for me.
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