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If you don't have Dropbox account CLICK HERE to open one and get initial 2.25GB* free instead of 2GB you would normally get without referral.
*must download and install dropbox client to pc for bonus to show.
**completing 'get started' will get you another 250MB for a total of 2.5GB shortly after registering
Now for the rest that do:
"Hi everyone!
Even though the holidays have passed, we're really stoked to give you guys one more present -- a new experimental release! Under the wrapping you'll find a bunch of new toys, including a brand new Camera Upload feature. Here are the release notes:
• Automatically uploads photos and videos in the background using Wi-Fi or data plan
• 500MB of free space on first photo uploaded automatically
• Upload files of any size (no more 180 MB limit!)
• Support for resuming file uploads when there are network issues
• Various performance improvements & bug fixes
During this beta period, we are also offering additional free space to test automatic uploading of photos and videos. For every 500MB of photos and videos automatically uploaded, you'll receive another 500MB space bonus, up to 5GB total (including the initial 500MB space).
[Update: this space is not separate from 5GB given for uploading on our desktop clients. Uploading from either desktop clients or Android app will count towards the same 5GB free space.]
Grab the APK directly from here:
http://db.tt/4ZL2gCdt
or scan this QR Code:
http://qrcode.kaywa.com/img.php?s=8&d=http://db.tt/4ZL2gCdt
Check it out and let us know what you think!"
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Those that would rather make that 5GB uploading form computer:
"Hello Forum users!
Another day another build. We're trying to snipe all the most common bugs. Keep plugging in those cameras!
During this beta period, we are also offering additional free space to test automatic uploading of photos and videos. For every 500MB of photos and videos automatically uploaded, you'll receive another 500MB space bonus, up to 4.5GB total. [Update: To clarify, you can get up to 5GB of free space with this feature, if you count the initial 500MB space for the first photo import].
1.3.12
500MB of free space on first photo import
Cleanup UI in Windows non admin installation.
Fix infinite restart of Dropbox when database was corrupted.
Fix import error on iPhone with lots and lots of photos.
Better Handling of out of quota issues on first photo import.
Other small fixes
1.3 Features
Importing of photos from cameras, phones, and SD cards.
Batch upload/download of files.
Windows: http://dl-web.dropbox.com/u/17/Dropbox 1.3.12.exe
Mac OS X: http://dl-web.dropbox.com/u/17/Dropbox 1.3.12.dmg
Linux x86_64: http://dl-web.dropbox.com/u/17/dropbox-lnx.x86_64-1.3.12.tar.gz
Linux x86: http://dl-web.dropbox.com/u/17/dropbox-lnx.x86-1.3.12.tar.gz
Notes:
Clients 1.3.5 and earlier had an auto-update bug. Please install this version so that your client will stay up to date!
The photo import feature is not available on Mac 10.4 and Linux.
For Android devices, it's best to use "Connect as Disk Drive". HTC Sync will not work.
To import from iPhone, make sure to unlock your phone and enter your passcode before importing, otherwise it will claim to find no photos.
If importing from your iPhone on Mac gives an import error, try hard resetting it--hold down the power and the home button for 5 seconds. This will reboot the phone; it shouldn't change your settings or delete data.
On Windows, this feature relies on Autoplay. Please enable Autoplay to use this feature if you have disabled it.
On XP and Vista, it relies on the Windows Image Acquisition Service. If this service is not started, please start the service and reinstall Dropbox to use this feature. On WIndows Server, you may have to install the Desktop Experience feature.
On Windows 7, newer devices that rely on Device Stage (in the Control Panel) will not show Dropbox as an import option until you select "Change Program" for the default.
The Galaxy Nexus takes a lot of time to connect on OS X because it likes to pretend that every image on the device is a photograph. We now estimate how long it's going to take and show you that in the progress bar but it's usually in the order of minutes. We're working to see if this can be improved.
As usual, we strongly recommend making a backup of your Dropbox before upgrading to this build as we'll need a few weeks to be certain of its stability. We will rapidly release new builds as necessary to snipe the most common issues as they arise."
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Enjoy and hury while beta testing lasts!
Follow these and you'll be fine and save yourself whole lot of uploadin!
Idan73 said:
Fastest way (tip i saw on g+) is to use beta desktop client provided in first post with those blank videos (you can put any avi or mp4 video on usb as well as long as it is in the dcim/camera foler and has not been uploaded to dropbox before and note 'renaming does not work') and use autorun dropbox import function.
must connect in mass storage mode or just plug microsd card ( usb reader and external hard drive does work as long as you keep proper folder structure dcim/camera). allow import to complete then in dropbox client 'pause syncing'. go to dropbox 'camera uploads' folder and delete files. again in dropbox client 'resume syncing' and thats it.
you just maxed 5GB without wasting all that time and bandwith!
note:you must have at least 4.5GB in pics and videos plus that one initial picture
another note: your maximum in pics and videos you want to import can not be greater than total dropbox ammount available to you or it will fail to sync properly. so best keep it around 5 just in case.
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Originally Posted by Mullicious
SD card worked a treat, and plugging in my external HDD had the option to import too. All you need to do is create the folder "DCIM/Camera".
Got my extra 5GB already. Swhueet. My only worry is if Dropbox catch on; which they will. What will they do about it? Could they track who has been given large amounts of space, but not made any real difference in space in their online accounts? Could easily take the space back off us.
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Originally Posted by TvBTvB
1 (Not required) Exit dropbox (right click tray: Exit)
2 Collect 5GB of .avi's on your pc (If you have 5GB storage space, if you have 2GB, collect 2GB of .avi's)
3 Copy the .avi's to your phone in DCIM/Camera folder
4 Install/Update your desktop(Windows etc. Not android!) dropbox client from the first post
5 Make sure dropbox is running
6 Connect your phone in mass storage mode
7 From the action pop-up in Windows choose: Import with dropbox
8 Wait until import is complete
9 While dropbox is uploading the files (After indexing!) right-click the tray icon and select 'pause syncing'
10 Delete the avi's from Dropbox/Camera Uploads folder
11 Right-click the tray icon and select 'resume syncing'
12 Done!
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I was going to do this but I read on engadget that the extra space would only last for a year
pyro6128 said:
I was going to do this but I read on engadget that the extra space would only last for a year
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Can you post an article?
As far as I know the only 12 months credits are for space given to htc/ics devices 3/48 GB respectively.
I just uploaded a season of star trek to my dropbox and maxed out the free 5gb. Hopefully it is permanent but I don't really use much of it yet so if it was temporary I wouldn't lose anything.
I had to put the videos in a folder called DCIM on my SD card to get it to work on my PC, otherwise it would not auto detect which is what is required to get the free space..
Is this boost in space permanent?
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Here's the official post:
http://forums.dropbox.com/topic.php?id=53013
Doesn't seem to mention anything about the extra space expiring...although you never know.
Yes it's supposed to be permanent for those that get it during beta. Not sure if it will be extended for those that try to get it once the app is released in the market.
read this thread to get a huge jump if you do all steps
http://slickdeals.net/f/3897316-Get-an-extra-4-5-GB-of-Dropbox-online-storage-free
some get 22GB
Ok, after some playing I was able to go from 2.2gb to 7.2gb... not sure how those guys were getting more than that... I tried.
Anyway, thanks to the OP...
BoostedSR20 said:
Ok, after some playing I was able to go from 2.2gb to 7.2gb... not sure how those guys were getting more than that... I tried.
Anyway, thanks to the OP...
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i know one way was the .edu email address
i got 7.9 and don't have the edu email address, complete the facebook and twitter things also
i knew about this before this thread, but I am uploading my last final vid right now to get my full free 5gb. I just made a bunch of 4 minute vids on my tablet (which is about 500mb) of the wall in my office and DB uploaded them. POW!
BoostedSR20 said:
Ok, after some playing I was able to go from 2.2gb to 7.2gb... not sure how those guys were getting more than that... I tried.
Anyway, thanks to the OP...
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Completing all the available steps currently available, including this, you can get 15.875GB or 23.875GB with .edu email address.
Idan73 said:
Completing all the available steps currently available, including this, you can get 15.875GB or 23.875GB with .edu email address.
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OK, I'm gonna have to go back through that thread and see what the deal is with with the edu address...
Yup, just used this on my .edu dropbox and now im up to ~23.8gb. Pretty sweet. If you want an easy way to get these 5gigs, use the below link
http://www.avitricks.info/2012/02/get-free-dropbox-storage.html
it has a rar file you can download with a 4.5gb image inside. Nice fast way to get the space.
Also, if you want a fast way to max out your referral bonus, use the google ad words method. Lifehacker has a few nice tutorials on how to do it.
If I already have 6.25gb, will I end up with 11.25gb?
pyro6128 said:
Yup, just used this on my .edu dropbox and now im up to ~23.8gb. Pretty sweet. If you want an easy way to get these 5gigs, use the below link
http://www.avitricks.info/2012/02/get-free-dropbox-storage.html
it has a rar file you can download with a 4.5gb image inside. Nice fast way to get the space.
Also, if you want a fast way to max out your referral bonus, use the google ad words method. Lifehacker has a few nice tutorials on how to do it.
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So I just tried this with my dropbox and it is saying out of space. I show 0.7% of 2.5gb used and it won't upload the file, how do I get it to load through my prime?
Neo3D said:
If I already have 6.25gb, will I end up with 11.25gb?
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yup
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Idan73 said:
Yes it's supposed to be permanent for those that get it during beta. Not sure if it will be extended for those that try to get it once the app is released in the market.
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its still beta right now??? cuz im uploading vids atm and its super slow...=.=
dun wanna go thru all this just to have it expire on me soon
rand4ll said:
So I just tried this with my dropbox and it is saying out of space. I show 0.7% of 2.5gb used and it won't upload the file, how do I get it to load through my prime?
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That's because that file is larger than what you currently have. You need to upload smaller files. Like 10 minute 1080p videos or some avi files you might have lying around.
ugotproblemz said:
its still beta right now??? cuz im uploading vids atm and its super slow...=.=
dun wanna go thru all this just to have it expire on me soon
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Did you read full first post? No need to upload and everything done in less than 10 minutes tops.
It's not gonna expire or they'll have public relations backlash for not saying that when they promised this space.
I just did the Google Adwords method last night until this morning. I have been meaning to do it since I read about it month ago, but this whole thing prompted me to go for it. In 12 hours I spent $10 and got over 30 signups and maxed out my allotted free "referral" space - I only needed 27. So on a Free account, I now have just over 15gb of storage.
Which one do you prefer. Right now I have a Dropbox pro account that I dropped but still has membership, and I have a recurring sugar sync account which I love. But I was just wondering which do you prefer?
P90 said:
Which one do you prefer. Right now I have a Dropbox pro account that I dropped but still has membership, and I have a recurring sugar sync account which I love. But I was just wondering which do you prefer?
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I personally use dropbox, mainly because it was the first one I tried and was free, have never heard of or used sugarsync. I stand by the motto of don't fix what isn't broken and having 7gb on my dropbox I don't plan on going anywhere soon.
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I personally use dropbox, mainly because it was the first one I tried and was free, have never heard of or used sugarsync. I stand by the motto of don't fix what isn't broken and having 7gb on my dropbox I don't plan on going anywhere soon.
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Dropbox for me, I only have 5GB, but that's pretty much all I need.
That's good, but I can't get referrals for the love of it.
Dropbox, but not because it's better than SugarSync. I have a ton of friends that use dropbox and with the recent 5 gigs they gave away I'm at 17 gigs of space.
That being said, I've heard great things about SugarSync so if you don't plan on sharing anything/folders with friends (Dropbox is, for the most part, the universal standard) I might give that a try too.
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That's good, but I can't get referrals for the love of it.
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It may sound like something you absolutely hate doing, but spam the hell out of your friends and family. It won't cause them any harm and you'll GREATLY appreciate the extra storage space. It took me a long time to come to terms with it, but boy was it a great decision. I sent out an email explaining that I was helping friends coordinate a programming project and that by them signing up it helped us out a lot with school. Worked like a charm (though it was all true. lol).
What? no one signed up for Asus Web Storage when they got their prime?
I still use dropbox, but signed up for a Asus account thru my Prime and they give you 8 GB of storage instead of the 2 GB that anyone else gets.
Why not just use Tonido and use your own computer and as much space as you want? By using Tonido I don't have to worry about space anymore.
I use Dropbox and Dropsync to keep important docs local and in sync. That way I don't rely on wifi... Works great for me. Go check out their blog to see if they still have the recent beta going where each 500MB in photos and video you sync automatically gives an equal amount of storage up to 5GB.
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DB for sure. Google the 2.0.9 apk and it now has unlimited uploaded & there is a way yo get 500gb free instant & then 4.5gb free for uploading during the beta.
Plus the new version can sync photos & bids instantly when taken.
Ya I'm doing it, but I only received the initial 500mb then after upload automatically I got nothing. What the 2.09 APk I don't understand.
With 2.0.9 every 500mb you upload with their new upload feature will give you 500mb up to 5gb. Many of us all got the 5gb as I just made 500mb vids & uploaded them.
Yes I just did it too. It seems the google Adwords is a great way to do this too huh?
I've used Dropbox for a while and will continue to - I have several shared folders set up that are very useful. I did sign up for the 8gb from Asus and the 50gb promotion from Box. Those along with misc cloud storage that came with my laptop and printer (he'll, not to mention Google Docs and Music)...... I'm pretty well set I use them for different things and so easy I've not used at all yet.
just use vmware and set some virtual machines up, u'll get 16gb in no time(had an .edu email so it gave me double), so far i got 23.88gb from dropbox.
wouldve been more if i didnt miss that 1gb scavenger hunt thing
Sugarsync for me
I use Sugarsync and it works well. The main reason I picked it over Dropbox was the ability to select multiple separate directories to sync (vs just one Dropbox directory). You also can choose which directories to sync between which PCs (not all dirs have to be synced between all PCs). Very handy. However, Sugarsync has two large holes (that are supposed to be filled this year) - you can't sync a directory on a USB drive, and you have to sync with the cloud (vs getting data directly from a local PC).
Agree on Dropbox, tried them both and its better on android.
Dropsync is very nice for tablets/phones too. got on my prime and sgs2 for convenient sync with no hassles
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NAS Server
You should check out a NAS Server. Set up your own cloud and stream your content wherever you are!
Synology DS212j is a pretty neat little machine!
I have used SugarSync for about 18 months. I am liking how they are agressively updating it and appear to be trying to gain traction in a very competitive market by improving the product. It works well for me on my TFP 201. I have the 100 gig storage plan.
Dropbox
Currently using Dropbox and loving it. I have the 50Gb account that is up to 54.5 with referrals, beta etc. This may change though when Google deploys Drive.
I've used both, and Sugarsync wins just for the ability to sync multiple independent folders. I know there are some workarounds in DB, but I don't want workarounds. I like the ability to just click on a folder and share it immediately, and still keep it where I want it. It's pretty easy to get above the given 5Gb too, with a little legwork. I got up to 6.5Gb in 15 minutes by jumping through their hoops. Also, the interface is pretty easy to work with. I had formerly used Windows Live Mesh, which was quick to sync, and can work peer to peer (still use it on my LAN because it's so quick, and no file limits via P2P). Unfortunately there are few mobile clients for Mesh. So Sugarsync wins for me.
I read today some Google account have Google Drive enabled, so is it true or not? If it's true, what do you think about it? Dropbox is out?
I'm pretty content with Dropbox. A Problem I see with using Google Drive is that more and more data from and about me would be on Google's servers. My eMail, Calendar etc. is already there and I think it is a good idea to spread the data a little bit.
Dropbox has native Linux support. As long as they do I can't see why I would ever switch to Google.
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There's quite a lot of chatter about it at the moment, but it seems to all stem from 1 person saying they've got it. Not sure whether it's true or not. Either way, I'm all over this as soon as it's out.
gullz said:
I'm pretty content with Dropbox. A Problem I see with using Google Drive is that more and more data from and about me would be on Google's servers. My eMail, Calendar etc. is already there and I think it is a good idea to spread the data a little bit.
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But don't they have that data because it's best for them to integrate it all for you and because you prefer their services to anyone else?
If Google becomes evil (or, like the Emperor, we see they're evil) will it matter if your files are stored with them or not?
Google Storage
It looks like Google is following everyone else into "The Cloud"....somewhere far away on the internets is a gas/water vapor mix that holds mass amounts of your data.
I kind of like Amazon Cloud services better than Google but at least Google is trying something new...sort of.
I am partial to DropBox, and I know alot of other folks that are as well.
It seems bold to go up against DropBox for cloud storage, but if anyone could grab marketshare, it would be Google.
gullz said:
I'm pretty content with Dropbox. A Problem I see with using Google Drive is that more and more data from and about me would be on Google's servers. My eMail, Calendar etc. is already there and I think it is a good idea to spread the data a little bit.
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Totally agree with you, spread the data is necessary.
skydrive>>dropbox 25gb of free space or 2gb of free space.. if google gives me as much as microsoft i might change because i have an android phone and there will prob be a good app... but skydrive is just to much free space to give up
I might use it just so it's easily integrated.
Its not necessary
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tbh
I dont fully understand what it does! I will research it now
what is google drive?
Gregus59 said:
Totally agree with you, spread the data is necessary.
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Whole-heartedly agreeing.
I like dropbox a lot it integrates well with everything !
Dropbox seems to do it for me for now. 3gb is enough to back up all my doc files and apks.
Google Drive seems really a good service starting, the developers and custom rom makers don't need to always backup their stuffs every time they test new roms.
Though it won't be trending in countries like India and some of asia, because we have huge Data rates over here and to upload stuffs to Google Drive would take a hell loads of Data.
I think it will do well. Dropbox will be hard to beat for sure, but at least it's not like Google plus trying to take out the behemoth that is facebook
gDrive
I don't know why people would even honestly wonder if they should switch to gDrive... I have dropbox, and even 10gb of storage, through various beta testing rewards. If gDrive gave me the kind of space that Dropbox has given me (not the disgusting 2gb you start with) then i would totally switch as long as it worked the same.
If it were the exact same service, but from google, and with more space offered freely, why wouldn't you switch...?
people have said a bunch that they want their data spread out, don't want to have EVERYTHING on google, but seriously why not? your email is there, some docs already, music perhaps... what is a little more?
It's arrived in April with 5g free, good thing, no? Better like dropbox...
Our company has inspectors that go to job sites and, once there, fill out a paper form (1 page). This form is then given to somebody at the office that inputs it into a web form.
I would like to replace this with a tablet based form that they can fill out and then sync the output file once they get a WiFi connection. The output file would be best as tab delimited. They could use a Dropbox or Google Drive account for the sync. So, does anybody know a good form building app for Android tablets?
-Jim
jtpryan said:
Our company has inspectors that go to job sites and, once there, fill out a paper form (1 page). This form is then given to somebody at the office that inputs it into a web form.
I would like to replace this with a tablet based form that they can fill out and then sync the output file once they get a WiFi connection. The output file would be best as tab delimited. They could use a Dropbox or Google Drive account for the sync. So, does anybody know a good form building app for Android tablets?
-Jim
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maybe they could use already existing applications, like Google's Quickoffice, combined with drive?
"a good form building app for Android tablets"? seems legit
if you want to code the application yourself, you ca nuse android studio as sdk.
thenobol said:
maybe they could use already existing applications, like Google's Quickoffice, combined with drive?
"a good form building app for Android tablets"? seems legit
if you want to code the application yourself, you ca nuse android studio as sdk.
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Yes, I looked at Google Forms. It is perfect in almost everything. But I can't seem to find a way to create a form, then put the form, as a stand alone document on the tablet. I can create a form and mail a link to it, but that's it. Keep in mind that these inspectors will NOT have an internet connection while in the field filling this out. The data collected would have to be synced when connected to a wifi location. So basically all I want is a form that writes the data to a local (hopefully tab delimited) file that could reside in a Google Drive or Dropbox folder.
I downloaded the SDK and will look at that. Just don't want to reinvent the wheel.
Thank you for the reply
jtpryan said:
Our company has inspectors that go to job sites and, once there, fill out a paper form (1 page). This form is then given to somebody at the office that inputs it into a web form.
I would like to replace this with a tablet based form that they can fill out and then sync the output file once they get a WiFi connection. The output file would be best as tab delimited. They could use a Dropbox or Google Drive account for the sync. So, does anybody know a good form building app for Android tablets?
-Jim
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maybe this could help you
https://quip.com
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Thanks, but this is like every other solution, it has a per month per user cost. I just want to save the contents of the form locally to the tablet.
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Hi,
I am a new user here.
My sister in law's i9100 had "died" today. While she was driving using a navigation app and talking via the bluetooth device the S2 just went black.
She could not start it. She tried with 2 batteries and 2 chargers but nothing seems to work.
A technician tried to revive it but did not help. He told her he did 2 things:
1. Heated up the "max chip" (I assume it is the max8997 chip that is part of the electric circuit).
2. He removed a resistor (He told her it is like the appendix, that sometimes it causes trouble and you just remove it).
I don't know if the device can enter download or recovery mode, I'll have the device in a couple of days.
The device is 18-22 month old.
The ROM was a custom based stock ROM 4.1.2. Very stable ROM. She has this ROM for 8 month at least.
The kernel PhilZ I think V. 4.
There is DATA on the i9100 that has no backups. That is the most important thing!
1. Does anyone know this issue to happen in i9100 device?
2. Is there a way to extract the data?
3. If I'll be able to access the download mode (maybe with a jig) and flash a stock ROM, will I be able to access the data or will it be erased?
4. Any great ideas?
Thanks!
Only very slim chance of recovery (and that's if it's possible, which I very much doubt) is a company who specialises in recovery of data from dead HDD's. Expect this to be very expensive if possible. Otherwise, it's gone. No chance of recovering it.
Fix is motherboard replacement, either a new one by a Samsung service centre (expensive option), or a 2nd hand one you source (look online) & either swap yourself, or pay a local mobile repair shop to do it (cheaper option).
You might as well try a jig, but don't get one with the expectation of it working, you'll only end up disappointed as it's highly unlikely to work.
I'm sure people will give you a whole bunch of rubbish suggestions which won't work & will only give you false hope though.
Thanks for your reply!
Oh well, I sent the device to a lab who experts in recovering data. I hope my sister in law will use now a cloud backup (Do you recommend dropbox / copy / picasa / other services? The backup is mainly for photos & videos).
I need to fill in a captcha every time I post a message. Is that because I'm a new user in the XDA?
Never used picasa or copy.....
With dropbox you only get 2gb of free storage.....
I prefer mediafire as you get 50gb free.
You can also get CX which gives you 10gb.
All three have smartphone apps.
And capcha (I think) = new member for the first 10 posts.......
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Wow, Thanks for your super fast reply!
I never heard of mediafire, looked on their website, looks good.
With the android app, is it possible to configure sync only on wifi?
If they have a referral bonus I'll be glad to subscribe with a link you'll post and you'll get more free space.
Does mediafire work like dropbox? A local folder on your PC etc. (Copy does. I use their service. You get 15GB for free or 20 GB if you subscribe with referral, I can post one from my account. I love their "fair storage for all" (see youtube video #m36ZMdE-vro or google "fair storage for all" [I can't post a link, new user... ])
As far as I can tell, there's no "auto sync" feature with media fire, so there's no setting to upload only via wi fi. You open the app and press settings, and you have options to take a photo or video which (I guess) would then be uploaded, but otherwise YOU have to initiate the upload process. And as far as the PC version goes......no, there is no mediafire sync folder on your PC, so auto sync will not start as soon as you open the program. It is one of the more basic cloud storage options available, but the trade off is the increased allocated free storage available........
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Look into Mega.......
If you're going to use cloud providers, encrypt your data before you upload it. Otherwise, don't use them & make multiple copies of data stored locally.
I would suggest Microsoft skydrive
I believe they give free 7 gb of space...I got 25gb a while back for free lifetime