has anyone noticed a delay when unlocking the screen? Once you push the unlock button, it takes 1-2 seconds for the screen to turn on. but when locking the phone, the screen shuts off instantly. Its a bit annoying and embarrassing and makes the phone look slow and sluggish. I've also seen this happen in several reviews online from phonedog and others, but no one has ever said anything.
has anyone else notice this?
Me too. I don't know if it's something we've done though. I'd like to get my hands on some more phones to compare.
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I remember all Sprint SGS2's would do this and was very much relieved that my new Verizon SGS3 is free of such annoyance!
What versions of S3 you guys have (carrier)?
Vzw
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I have Verizon as well. But this isn't a Verizon only problem, it's the same hardware on all carriers. I've seen reviews of the att and tmobile version and they both have this delay..aybe the delay isn't as bad as it was on the s2 so it's not as noticeable to you
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Me too. I don't know if it's something we've done though. I'd like to get my hands on some more phones to compare.
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I have personally seen 2 phones do the same thing.
I have the issue as well. It actually annoying and makes me feel like the phone us defective. I tried turning the ripple effect to see if makes any difference in any way.
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idelgado782 said:
I have the issue as well. It actually annoying and makes me feel like the phone us defective. I tried turning the ripple effect to see if makes any difference in any way.
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It doesnt make a difference, I tried.
Has anyone found a fix for this? It's more than annoying.
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So here's the deal. I've taken two of these phones back for yellow streaks and black dots underneath the screen. What are the chances I can actually get a good phone from a different AT&T store? I really want this phone lol.
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Really? Stays can mess with the sgs2? I work at the airport and walk through the metal detector about twenty times a day as well as run the X-ray machine.
Is this a defect you can see under normal conditions, or the "issue" mentioned in the in the other screen issue thread?
I don't have ANY concerns with the screen on my phone, I could not be more impressed with it. You should be able to view the one at the store to verify it looks good before they finish the swap for you.
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Yes it was under normal conditions. It was very noticeable when you pull down the menu from top. And can xrays. Really mess up this phone?
X-ray. I think OCD rays are much worse I have heard.
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I've never heard xrays hurting technology.
If the issue is that pronounced, and two from the same place had the issue, I would make sure they power up the phone and check that before going with another one. If you can get one at a different store that may help.
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I've never heard xrays hurting technology.
If the issue is that pronounced, and two from the same place had the issue, I would make sure they power up the phone and check that before going with another one. If you can get one at a different store that may help.
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Thanks I think that's what ill do.
Does anyone that either works for AT&T or has been with them for a while know if they will allow u to exchange a device if the one your turning in has a few nicks on it? I have the white Galaxy Note and was thinking about paying the restocking fee and exchanging it this Friday for the Galaxy S 3 before my 30 days is up. The grey border or whatever that goes around the outside edges of the phone has a couple nicks in the top left corner. Other than that it's flawless and just wondering if anyone knew if they allow exchanges even if the phone has a couple nicks on it. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.
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Hi Tiff!!
Why the hell would you go DOWN in phone awesome ness by downgrading to an S3 from the most awe sum Note?
BTW, I have not read any complaints about ATT giving someone a hard time about returning a note within the first 30 days, but you'll never know until you try it..
Hope you reconsider, since you will miss the screen size, tablet mode, and the s-pen.:laugh:
Hi Tiff!!
Why the hell would you go DOWN in phone awesome ness by downgrading to an S3 from the most awe sum Note?
BTW, I have not read any complaints about ATT giving someone a hard time about returning a note within the first 30 days, but you'll never know until you try it..
Hope you reconsider, since you will miss the screen size, tablet mode, and the s-pen.:laugh:
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Don't get me wrong. I love the big screen and the s-pen but I just think when it comes to hardware the s3 is a better device. Also, I haven't heard of AT&T giving anyone problems trying to return a phone within the first 30 days but I was just wondering if anyone has ever had any problems returning a phone with a few nicks.
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Light Cosmetic damage isn't an issue. The phone will be sent back to Samsung to be refurbished anyway. Thats what the restock fee is for.
[email protected] employee btw.
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Light Cosmetic damage isn't an issue. The phone will be sent back to Samsung to be refurbished anyway. Thats what the restock fee is for.
[email protected] employee btw.
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Awesome. Exactly the person I was hoping would respond(AT&T Employee). Thank you very much.
has any one experienced problems while talking on the phone? it doesn't always happen but the other person on the line stops hearing me until I move the phone a little away from my face and they can start hearing me again. Its very annoying and weird, maybe it has to do something with the senor? I am on stock but rooted, I tried another rom and same issues.
Even though the mic placement is uite traditional for today's mordendo phones, I do find the GS3 is a bit more sensitive than others. Had some people complain about hearing me when on speakerphone and when I had it on my face.
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I also had this issue today when I switched hands the party on the other line could not hear what I was saying, it was like I Was muted, it was only when I moved it away from my face and back were they able to hear me.
Same here . Have had the issue before rooting and after.
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Could it be the screen protector messing around with the sensors ? Are the ones with the problem all have screen protectors ?
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I have been having the same problem. I'll be talking and for some reason the person on the other end will stop hearing me. So far, they have hung up before I could figure out how to fix the problem.
It only happens when I have the phone next to my face and it doesn't happen with every call. It also has NEVER happened when I use my bluetooth headset.
I do not have a screen protector on and my phone is stock. Sprint is the carrier I am using. I did not have this problem on any other phone I have owned.
Anyone have suggestions to keep this from happening?
I hope it doesn't turn out to be a defect
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I hope it doesn't turn out to be a defect
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I'm having this problem too. Any ideas? I'll probably return the phone tonight if I can't find a solution.
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I'm having this problem too. Any ideas? I'll probably return the phone tonight if I can't find a solution.
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did you return the phone?
I'm not sure about anybody else, but I'm using an otterbox case, and I'm convinced that its what is causing my voice to sound muffled, anybody else using a case?
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Just wondering if anyone else is having the same issues? My phone is brand new and has never been dropped. It's like the camera will NEVER focus for taking pictures. It makes the sound like it's focusing but still stays blurry no matter zoomed or not.
Any ideas or suggestions?
A few members suggested trying this as a possible fix:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2306462 Camera not auto-focussing - Possible fix
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A few members suggested trying this as a possible fix:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2306462 Camera not auto-focussing - Possible fix
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That didn't fix anything for me. I finally e-mailed HTC and this was their response which also did not fix anything.
Safe Mode
1. Please turn off the phone.
2. Then briefly press the Power button to turn on the phone.
3. While the phone powers on, press and hold the Volume down button until phone loads the OS and "Safe Mode" should appear on the lower left part of the screen.
After you put it in safe mode, try using your phone, if it works perfectly, then the problem may be caused by an application your phone. Which you will need to remove the applications one by one to see which one is causing the issue. If the issue persists, please reply to this email so we can further troubleshoot and have this issue solved.
All I know is I'm about ready to sell/return this HTC One and go get the Galaxy S4. My S3 treated me fine and the camera was far superior.
Was told it's a software issue and the update isn't expected for at least a month. So until then I have a $600 phone with a useless camera. Returning this and going to the S4. Not sure why I doubted it when I loved my S3. Figured I would give HTC a try again from my Sensation 4G days but what a waste of time. I can say the build quality of the phone along with the screen were definitely the things that attracted me.
What about an exchange, since you just got it? Did you get it in store? If so .. you could test out the one they exchange it for while at the store. Mine works awesome, and many others are very happy with theirs. So it sounds like you got a lemon camera. And we all know there are some bad ones in all the phone models.
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What about an exchange, since you just got it? Did you get it in store? If so .. you could test out the one they exchange it for while at the store. Mine works awesome, and many others are very happy with theirs. So it sounds like you got a lemon camera. And we all know there are some bad ones in all the phone models.
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True. I actually returned it and went with the S4. I'll give HTC another shot once their next big phone comes out. I did find myself missing a bigger screen also. It may be lacking a few PPI compared to the One but it's just as nice. Thanks for the kind words guys.
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Was told it's a software issue and the update isn't expected for at least a month. So until then I have a $600 phone with a useless camera. Returning this and going to the S4. Not sure why I doubted it when I loved my S3. Figured I would give HTC a try again from my Sensation 4G days but what a waste of time. I can say the build quality of the phone along with the screen were definitely the things that attracted me.
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I see that you already returned the One. But I do not see how it could have been a software issue. If you were stock, you should have had build 1.27.531!8. I have that build and my focus works fine. Sounds like you should have exchanged it because it was clearly defective. Too late now, though.
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Thanks for repeating our conclusion from three days ago. lol
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Thanks for repeating our conclusion from three days ago. lol
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Sometimes repetition aids in understanding.
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Just wondering if anyone else is having the same issues? My phone is brand new and has never been dropped. It's like the camera will NEVER focus for taking pictures. It makes the sound like it's focusing but still stays blurry no matter zoomed or not.
Any ideas or suggestions?
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In my phone this strongly correlates with heat. Once the phone gets hot from being at high brightness or doing something graphically intensive it will not focus. Sometimes you can get it to work by giving it a sharp slap or pressing gently on the glass in front of the camera. If you let it cool down for a few minutes then it works. But it is definitely a physical problem.
I'm having the same issues. My first HTC One was fine but had a power issue so it was replaced with this one that will now not focus. I contacted HTC and T-Mobile and was told that there would be a software update in the future to fix the issue but there are no specified dates. I asked T-Mobile if they could exchange it since it's only 2 months old and was told I would have to wait on an upgrade or purchase at full price. I'm really not pleased about any of this.
From Droid Life:
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/09/11/video-att-lg-g2-vs-verizon-lg-g2/
Weird. In those pictures, the AT&T version has a bit of a blue hue to it, while the Verizon version is hard black. There's definitely some kind of color difference on the back cover. Although, user pics of the AT&T version seen HERE look pretty black to me.
I find the software differences to be very odd.
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I find the software differences to be very odd.
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Verizon removed the brightness and volume sliders from the notification window. I wish AT&T did this too.
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Verizon removed the brightness and volume sliders from the notification window. I wish AT&T did this too.
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I agree. I just know that it probably means that software updates on Verizon's are even less likely if there are two different versions. Good thing I'm going to throw stock android on as soon as it's possible.
Will there be anyway to remove that awful Verizon logo at the top right?
I came across some posts about using a penny to rub off the logo and it leaves no scratches.
I suppose you could add a sticker over it too.
Verizon is just out of control with their logo placement.
I personally like the brightness slider and it being gone is a dissapointment. Honestly after watching this vid im less enthused about the G2 since Verizon cant keep their damn hands off anything.
so am I, dude. that settings menu looks awful. I'm really reconsidering everything now. this is so damn annoying
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so am I, dude. that settings menu looks awful. I'm really reconsidering everything now. this is so damn annoying
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Devs will get to it. I have faith.
Cant get to it with a locked bootloader
lol the s4 has a locked bootloader and i'm running custom roms
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so am I, dude. that settings menu looks awful. I'm really reconsidering everything now. this is so damn annoying
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Yeah i feel the same way, if it wasnt for Verizons service in my area being top notch id walk in there and give them the finger. I just wanna choke someone.
Damn... Is there a white variant of this phone?
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Yeah i feel the same way, if it wasnt for Verizons service in my area being top notch id walk in there and give them the finger. I just wanna choke someone.
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I am on AT&T and feel sorry for our Verizons buddies. At first i felt the menu was bad too. As a matter of fact menu is not that bad it is just that we are so much used to watching the demo videos of the international phones. You may eventually start liking it as we play along. Don't be disappointed. Think about it.
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I am on AT&T and feel sorry for our Verizons buddies. At first i felt the menu is bad too. As a matter of fact menu is not that bad it is just that we are so much used to watching the demo videos of the international phones. You may eventually start liking it as we play along. Don't be disappointed. Think about it.
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I hear what ur saying and your right but it gets old man. Its like this with every phone. The buttons on the back of the G2 i actually like them better as far as looks. They look like metal and look premium. The wireless charging i want so thats nice to. The problem is you guys already have root, something that probably wont be as easy with the Vzw version, and a unlockable bootloader probably wont even be a option.
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I hear what ur saying and your right but it gets old man. Its like this with every phone. The buttons on the back of the G2 i actually like them better as far as looks. They look like metal and look premium. The wireless charging i want so thats nice to. The problem is you guys already have root, something that probably wont be as easy with the Vzw version, and a unlockable bootloader probably wont even be a option.
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Yeah i agree rooting is always a problem for Verizon devices. But as you mentioned features like wireless charging pay you everyday which is not likely in AT&T devices. There are pros and cons.
Did the Verizon version G2 just get one of the stereo speakers removed essentially making it a mono speaker setup? Yikes....
Feel bad so far for Verizon adopters so far
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Did the Verizon version G2 just get one of the stereo speakers removed essentially making it a mono speaker setup? Yikes....
Feel bad so far for Verizon adopters so far
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Was all ways mono.Just made a grill cutout on the other side to make it look consistent.
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Did the Verizon version G2 just get one of the stereo speakers removed essentially making it a mono speaker setup? Yikes....
Feel bad so far for Verizon adopters so far
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Both ATT and Verizon are mono.
Root will come. Well, if devs come...
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Both ATT and Verizon are mono.
Root will come. Well, if devs come...
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Thanks for clarifying. Didn't know that. I'm a bit spoiled with the stereo setup on the HTC One.
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