As the Moderator of this Forum, I want to thank all of you for being such a great Group. I find this Group one of the best in XDA, helpful, considerate and dedicated to the "let's try to improve our experience" on the Vibrant.
Now the S3 is coming ..... we will see many leave and move on...... This is to be expected...... but I am always sorry to see the waning of a great group of people...... such as all of you.
You know, the Vibrant has had an amazing run of support, more so than almost any other device.... I still love my Vibrant......even though I have a G-Nex and a Note...... I learned most skills on the Vibe....... and still love using it.
Anyway, Here at XDA we appreciate all the developers, Modders, Themers, and all the other contributing members such as yourselves...... that make XDA.
Thanks for making my job easy.......... Oka1 (moderator)
Thank you for your kind words, at first glance I though you were saying your goodbyes, but not the case.
People will leave but people will join, those phones have to go somewhere don't you think? Your right on the support, who knew this phone could get froyo, gingerbread even ICS, thank you devs.
Thank you oka1 for making this forum a more enjoyable one. Cheers
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Yes, thank you to all the helpful people in this forum. Also thank you oka1, for you're one of the good people, you know based on other good people's feedback. You have certainly helped calm this forum from what it was a while back.
So, here's to all the helpful people..., to you oka1, one of the good people, to people who have moved on and people who are still here. Here's to all the countless evenings and mornings spent on this forum. Here's to tomorrow. Thank you.
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I had a choice of getting a Nexus S or a Vibrant and had a few days to decide. I used those days to browse both fora. I am glad to say that I picked the right one. I have met many good people here and hope that the crop of newer users will be as cordial, intelligent and helpful.
This is way more useful than my tablet forum (oka1 is the mod there too). Over there it is hard to post anything without 15 responses about how you are wrong or that doesn't work for me. It makes it real frustrating. But it also makes me appreciate the Vibrant threads much, much more.
I think partly it is due to the fact that we didn't really get any official updates.
Yeah we got Froyo after much gnashing of teeth, but it wasn't OTA.
It was more of an afterthought especially since you needed to use Kies to install it. But even without Samsung/T-Mobile support, we were among the first phones running ICS. How does that even happen?
It is because we are all hungry for all the improvements that have come available for our phones, and we are extremely thankful and grateful to those that provide them to us. We were all in the same boat, and that led to an appreciation that some of the other forums do not have (or even understand).
The nature of the internet is inherently selfish, as most people demonstrate when they feel relatively anonymous, but we really do have a good community here.
I have asked a lot of questions along the way since I joined. Some were noobish, some were dumb, but no one mocked me for asking. Other people just helped get me on the right track. You can't ask for more than that, and to have those kinds of interactions in an online forum is remarkable. That spirit has led to many users becoming developers and creating new kernels and ROMs for this phone, and giving back to the community.
Also, it helps that the hardware in our phones is still relevent after 2 years...high end specs help a lot. People just seem to want to dev for this phone. As much as I would love to get a new phone such as the One S or the GS3, it is hard to justify when this phone is still chugging along just fine.
Thank you Oka1. If this is one of the best groups on XDA, then you've got to be one of the best moderators on XDA. It's been a good run, two years, and it's been an inspiring two years at that. I've learned things I never knew before, been helped when stuck or inquisitive, and in turn I've done my best to help the community in return. You guys are great, all of you here on the Vibrant forum (except the guy who ranted at mr_psycho). Woodrube, xriderx66, dougfresh, Oka1, and s15274n are just a few of the people I've been given the privilege to converse with here. Of course there are others, but then I'd practically be naming everyone in the Vibrant community!
It's funny, one day I was asking how to remove CWR because I thought it was bad for my phone and then the next I was flashing custom roms... One day I was asking people how to install Miui on my phone and then the next I was making a guide about it. I've leaned a lot here and thus I thank all of you guys.
Since I'm not good with speeches and what not. I love you all! Seriously. This was my second smartphone, I had a meh experience with the G1 and this has been the best, and I KNOW that nothing can be better than this.
Even if you are leaving, be sure to come back once in a while and say hello
I was such a noob entering into the flashing world had the g1 and hd2. Wasn't impressed with either (didn't know about any of this stuff) when I got my vibrant and was curious I stumbled into xda,edt and the axura forums. Wow was I clueless on the capabilities of these phones. As the 21st nears and I know the gs3 will soon be in my hot little hands I wish to thank oka for everything he's done for this forum. I will not yet bid farewell however.
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You guys are the best! Im gonna miss you all sooooo much when i upgrade!
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Upgrading is overrated. I'll stay here for 5 more years.
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Upgrading is overrated. I'll stay here for 5 more years.
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Damn hipsters.
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No Oka, thank YOU man! I know I don't host over here anymore, and don't respond to much either, but this post deserves it.
We all owe it to you for cleaning up this forum and putting those habitual line steppers in check, before you came around here, man, this place was a disaster in many threads.
I too love my Vibrant, it birthed my dev "career", when the day comes that I do upgrade, its going to be a sad one indeed, and I don't think I'll ever get rid of Betsy. More like enshrine her in a glass case on the mantle, and tell my grandkids stories of how Oka1 came riding over the hills and cleaned up this one horse town, making it a pleasing experience for all the devs, themers, and users alike.
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Yes! I win!
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Just playing; im very happy with this community as well.. it has really made my xda experience a very enjoyable one.
The vibrant is quite a legend and even though sometimes the flagships can tempt me, i know that this is all ill need for a couple more years.
Tbh though, once my contract runs out, this will become my backup or go to my family members (my mother still uses a moto SLVR from like 2004 lol)
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the vibrant was one of the few devices that had legendary supports. from here aokp creator roman started his Ron cooking. tmobile an AT&T galaxy s ii development was pathetic compared to the vibrant. thanks to everyone who made this device so great
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kulzboy said:
the vibrant was one of the few devices that had legendary supports. from here aokp creator roman started his Ron cooking. tmobile an AT&T galaxy s ii development was pathetic compared to the vibrant. thanks to everyone who made this device so great
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It's because I was using it
Everything I touch turns to big MMMMAAAAAMMMAA JAMMMMMAAA dev support xP
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VeryCoolAlan said:
It's because I was using it
Everything I touch turns to big MMMMAAAAAMMMAA JAMMMMMAAA dev support xP
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Alan, you douche you got a one x?
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im from malaysia, we didnt have samsung vibrant here, but i happened to get myself 1. i just want to say that i still like this phone very much even though i have a note. yea, we lack of updates, but thanks to all developers here, my vibrant gets a new life. they've done so much for us (needless to say what). would like to say thanks a million to all developers for your hard works. btw, im not going to leave this forum, i still love my vibrant...peace
Got my Vibe on release day 2010. I have many friends with many diff android devices and have never seen the collective collaboration like I have seen here. The amount of support this device has received is incredible to say the least. Thank you Oka1, devs and supporting members that turned me from flash noob, to flash intermediate. I have acquired many useful rooting skills and it all started here!
Hey guys,
Been on these forums for two years. Outstanding community and I've had SO MUCH fun. Upgrading the the Galaxy 3 in a few weeks and I will see you all over there!
A real noob here. Will be receiving a N7 32gb for Xmas. Is there a decent reference/how to book for a first time tablet owner and specifically an N7 owner? Thanks
Just search here in xda for any questions that you have and ask around. You can also search the internet with any questions you may have. Alot of my questions regarding my N7 i found here.
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The Nexus 7 comes with a guidebook. When you first log into your device you will see the guide book. It will give you basic knowledge of the device.
As for other questions just search this forums. Cause I'm sure the question has been asked before. If you don't get a case with it for Christmas. Don't forget to buy a really nice case for it.
Maybe even try to get a screen protector for it if you can.
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Welcome!
Welcome and great choice.
For a noob, this thread has tons of videos.
Nexus 7 Reviews and Tips Videos
Don't mean to beat a dead horse but here is my two cents....
It depends what kind of info you are looking for. If you simply are looking for info on how to use a tablet in general the included nexus 7 eBook is your best bet. If your looking for more in depth info, or wish to do more with the device (root, ROM, etc.) Xda is your best friend. The nexus 7 was my first device EVER and with the help of these forums I am now running full linario-andriod and working on developing my own custom Roms. I highly recommend reading around the forums for more info if your interested in learning more about the all the things you can do with this device, but it can be somewhat overwhelming if your not into it. Sorry to over-answer your question just thought I would clarify previous posts.
Hope you enjoy your nexus 7... I know I have
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Hey there guys and girls!
I know its nothing new but the idea of having a off-topic thread really hits the beat.
Was getting bored and there were a lot of OTT to choose from...so i decided to create a new one.
I know its so awesome of me to call off-topic threads as OTT!
This OTT will be known as **Gabbar Singh** LoL
Gabbar Singh: Hello World!
Its time to say hi...
*P.S. your participation is seriously appreciated, cause am still getting bored*
Gabbar Singh!
Reserved
Gabbar Singh!
I was thinking of discussing this with you people.
The Idea: Using the free storage in the external memory card as additional RAM in our android machines
Verdict: Rate it on a scale of 10 and obviously your comments are anticipated.
Gabbar Singh!
Fuel-The-Droid said:
I was thinking of discussing this with you people.
The Idea: Using the free storage in the external memory card as additional RAM in our android machines
Verdict: Rate it on a scale of 10 and obviously your comments are anticipated.
Gabbar Singh!
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isnt that work almost just like swap? correct me if Im wrong
No idea about swapping !
Gabbar Singh!
How many are you excited for the new BB10 ?
Though some of features announced are quite common in android but I am quite excited to see if the new rim dna is up for competing against the droid.
Gabbar Singh!
Fuel-The-Droid said:
How many are you excited for the new BB10 ?
Though some of features announced are quite common in android but I am quite excited to see if the new rim dna is up for competing against the droid.
Gabbar Singh!
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Hey guys sorry to just barge in when I'm a HTC incredible s User. I'm just. Thinking Sony for my next phone. Do you recomend it? Also are they easy to unlock , root etc
Cheers
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james1196 said:
Hey guys sorry to just barge in when I'm a HTC incredible s User. I'm just. Thinking Sony for my next phone. Do you recomend it? Also are they easy to unlock , root etc
Cheers
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Yeah, sonyvdrvice is easy to unlock, there many root workarounds in the forums, and good roms, BUT beware of the slow update and they just abandon even the flagship phone a year before the current year...
But still... FXP Team is there to support whatever sony phone you'll buy...
My xperia arc s is running fxp cm9 which im using to reply to this thread... lol...!
soybi
soybi said:
Yeah, sonyvdrvice is easy to unlock, there many root workarounds in the forums, and good roms, BUT beware of the slow update and they just abandon even the flagship phone a year before the current year...
But still... FXP Team is there to support whatever sony phone you'll buy...
My xperia arc s is running fxp cm9 which im using to reply to this thread... lol...!
soybi
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Cheers for reply. Well my incS is still alive. Getting old but we are getting new stuff.
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Brain droppings.
Illustrator - Sent from my Arc S.
Hello everyone,
the moderating team assigned to your forum has decided to no longer allow any offtopic threads whether those were previously sanctioned by moderators or not.
We have come to this decision due to the fact that those threads offer absolutely nothing to the device specific forum or to development in general.
After all the name of the site is xda-developers.
If you feel the urge to engage in any offtopic discussion, the offtopic forum is always at your disposal.
As such, this thread is now closed.
Please understand that this decision was made only to streamline the forums and to enhance the user experience.
Thanks for your understanding and cooperation,
Tom
Moderator for the Sony/Motorola/LG devices
Hi i am new to xda not sure if i am posting in correct forum but i have been looking at some good spec smartphone from China and have found many websites that offer good deals but after further research am finding many of the main websites are very unreliable and buyer getting sent bricked,brocken,second hand or getting sent sweet f a i have done some research and found pandawill very doggie keep changing there name as many unhappy costumers can anyone help me that has firsthand experiences with relibale sellers?
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Hi i am new to xda not sure if i am posting in correct forum but i have been looking at some good spec smartphone from China and have found many websites that offer good deals but after further research am finding many of the main websites are very unreliable and buyer getting sent bricked,brocken,second hand or getting sent sweet f a i have done some research and found pandawill very doggie keep changing there name as many unhappy costumers can anyone help me that has firsthand experiences with relibale sellers?
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Its not as much as the websites but more about the seller. One good website is fastcardtech (Google it), or you can try e-bay. You can never be 100% sure especially if they are from china but at least with e-bay you have Paypal to cover your back .
I would suggest looking at some popular you-tubers as well to check how the phones are in real life. But I would rather buy from a proper shop with popular manufacturers. The moto g is pretty good and pretty good from the UK ~£100 or you can try a lumia windows phone. Just to let you know Chinese phones aren't fully supported or popular on xda.
Hi guys,
since the oneplus forums is a total mess and i have a bit more confidence on xda forums, what do you think about the OnePlus/OnePlus One ?
I will buy the phone next week and i would like your opinion.
There is any wierd trick about this device/brand? Ok, i know that probably the support is not the best..
And do you know about people that bought the phone and had some problems with it?
You're new here it seems. Check the existing threads. There is one on Your Thoughts / Opinions on the OnePlus One. There is also a thread I believe on their customer service. I'd recommend checking them out and see if that can get you started.
I feel you on the OnePlus forums. It is absolutely chaotic.
^^^ This ^^^ please go here...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2685348