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Seems like others are now on ver E and we are still on B. Why so long?
xgman said:
Seems like others are now on ver E and we are still on B. Why so long?
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Idk, I've been questioning the same thing
Verizon is horrible at releasing updates. But I'm unsure if I should be happy or anoyyed by it since our bootloader is locked
I would like an update to improve or fix things but I would also like to keep everything as is and hopefully get an exploit for what we have now
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Seems like others are now on ver E and we are still on B. Why so long?
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My guess, and everyone's reply is a guess....Verizon is waiting on L to be released. No point in them spending millions getting us 4.4.4 or w/e lil patches there are out there. Verizon is the slowest carrier out there to give updates, so hopefully you have patience.
I don't really care about official updates. I just want the bootloader to get unlocked. If that happens, the devs will keep us up to date, better than Verizon does.
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My guess, and everyone's reply is a guess....Verizon is waiting on L to be released. No point in them spending millions getting us 4.4.4 or w/e lil patches there are out there. Verizon is the slowest carrier out there to give updates, so hopefully you have patience.
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I seem to remember a patch or two on the V G2 when it first came out. Sometimes these bug patches do more than the big updates which usually lead to their own issues...
What does E offer that you're so anxious to get?
My G3 works great, all the features I expect work.
Is there something you're missing that E will solve, or is this just a symptom of crack flashing?
Not hurting for an update currently, everything is fast and stable.
Only update I'm waiting for is Android L (5.0 / Lollipop) which id expect us to receive that update from Verizon by February at the earliest... sadly... Android L will bring a lot to the table and improve the overall experience, any other update is just small bugs or security fixes.
bunchies said:
Idk, I've been questioning the same thing
Verizon is horrible at releasing updates. But I'm unsure if I should be happy or anoyyed by it since our bootloader is locked
I would like an update to improve or fix things but I would also like to keep everything as is and hopefully get an exploit for what we have now
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I see no need for an update.
August 28th.
Of 2015. Lol
I am hoping they come out with updates for the cellular radio and bluetooth. Neither work nearly as good as the SGS4 that I switched from.
s.whiplash said:
I am hoping they come out with updates for the cellular radio and bluetooth. Neither work nearly as good as the SGS4 that I switched from.
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Which is something that wouldn't be high on my list of priorities, since the VZW G3 gets better radio signal than did my G2 and Galaxy Nexus before it. I can comfortably leave my phone on data and not be concerned the battery will be dead by the time I leave work. The metal superstructure around the building plays hell with 3G/4G switching.
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Which is something that wouldn't be high on my list of priorities, since the VZW G3 gets better radio signal than did my G2 and Galaxy Nexus before it. I can comfortably leave my phone on data and not be concerned the battery will be dead by the time I leave work. The metal superstructure around the building plays hell with 3G/4G switching.
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I have the 3G/4G switching issues quite often with mine. I gave my wife my SGS4 and it is rock solid at the same locations.
I have a LG Tone headset that was solid on the SGS4, but it cuts in and out on the G3 when it is in my pants pocket.
I had a SGS3 a few years ago and got it when it first came out. It had similar issues. The cell reception became a lot more solid with the first radio update and the bluetooth improved an update or two later.
I'm having issues with heat/screen dim when using bluetooth/nav (GPS)/screen on in the car (late afternoon sun).
From reading it looks like it's improved in the later firmwares.
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August 28th.
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I would avoid updates if you want your bootloader unlocked. They are working on unlocking B, and if you take an update you may inadvertently prevent yourself from taking advantage of the hard work thats going into the current unlock method. Wait for an unlock, there are many who believe its defiantly going to happen.
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I would avoid updates if you want your bootloader unlocked. They are working on unlocking B, and if you take an update you may inadvertently prevent yourself from taking advantage of the hard work thats going into the current unlock method. Wait for an unlock, there are many who believe its defiantly going to happen.
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The TOTs though, we got backup options if anyone catches an OTA
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The TOTs though, we got backup options if anyone catches an OTA
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Whats a TOT?
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Whats a TOT?
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Basically flash back to stock
Its a firmware zip, we should be able to downgrade if an OTA gets any of us
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Seems like others are now on ver E and we are still on B. Why so long?
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My phone did an Android update about an hour ago. 4.4.2, software version still VS98510B
Is there any real compelling reason to install the B148 update? The camera already seems fine to me without the update. It's operating smoothly and I get great battery life. Why do it?
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Is there any real compelling reason to install the B148 update? The camera already seems fine to me without the update. It's operating smoothly and I get great battery life. Why do it?
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If there is another update that isn't a major one (KK? fingers crossed) then it might require being updated to B148 first. Just a guess. It is a stretch to think we'll get another update to this phone though but we can't rule it out now that Huawei has come through with this minor update. It might be that since they mentioned a 4.4 KK update is coming when the phone came out that this update we just got would be a test run for the whole process. That's thinking optimistically. Realistically, I have no idea but would be happy if we continued to get updates (any at all) on our HAM2's.
Low light photography . Usually when you take a pic in low light it tends to darken the background too much . This update helps in that department . Plus , these updates provide an overall better stability to the system , the "misc. fixes" (No detailed description) they put at the end of the description should not be overlooked . They test the device thoroughly at their office and made the small needed changes . Even though you might not think it's a lot . Always better to stay updated . If it wasn't necessary nor improved the experience they would not have pushed the update out at all . My two cents . Update !
Well I was going to put in my 2 cents but you two said it all. If you made it all the way to the XDA website and was able to register and post something onto form your more then capable of upgrading to the new SYSTEM UPDATE. Plenty of people went ahead of you already and another thread was created for that. Everyone is having success with the B418 update.
The camera was rubbish in low light, and now it runs much smoother. Not iPhone or Android flagship smooth, but good enough.
And again, everyone else said pretty much all there is to say!
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Well I was going to put in my 2 cents but you two said it all. If you made it all the way to the XDA website and was able to register and post something onto form your more then capable of upgrading to the new SYSTEM UPDATE. Plenty of people went ahead of you already and another thread was created for that. Everyone is having success with the B418 update.
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My question wasn't "how" to do it, it was "why". What is there to gain?
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My question wasn't "how" to do it, it was "why". What is there to gain?
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Why upgrade from any software? What was wrong with Android 4.1? it runs everything. The manufacturer of the phone put in the money to update and push out the update for a reason. Not spyware. My phone has the update and i just hit the 48 hour mark and I still have 18%
Is B148 really an "upgrade"? Have any impactful improvements been noted?
If I hadn't rooted my phone I would install the update. But considering the lengthy process due to my root, I'm going to wait for the KitKat update.
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Gir357 said:
If I hadn't rooted my phone I would install the update. But considering the lengthy process due to my root, I'm going to wait for the KitKat update.
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Pretty much what I'm thinking, too.
It's not that bad, plus you gain a lot of experience during the process!
I can't say I see any differences but I know I am up to date.
Damn right u get a lot of experience, I had never rooted a phone; I always thought it was too confusing and was afraid of bricking but now I'm rooted and running some modules couldn't be any happier
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I know I can't prove it but I just want it to be posted that before when I was on System Software B126 MightyText did not work when the screen was off. Even when I had it on protected apps and wifi on when the screen is off while charging. I had to keep my screen awake while I was using the app. Now after the update B148 I no longer have to do that. I was also having some problems with dropbox syncing when my phone is off and that is also fixed. So the "other fixes" in the system update. The stuff that they didn't mention is the reason why you should update. Actually since I have had the update my phone has been running very smooth. Everything just works when you click it.. Weirddd....
We are going on 2 months with clear knowledge on Verizon and LG's part of the evil WiFi sync issue. Last I spoke to Verizon, they said that LG was aware of the issue and a patch would be eminent, but they needed LG to fix the build. LG stated that a fix was due ASAP....hmmm wtf? I just recommended this phone to a friend, but I'm going to look like a stupid dumb person after hyping it up if that friend can't receive his notifications. I've been blissfully happy on CM, but wow. Let's go here!
And then.....? And then, and then, and then!
Agreed!
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according to the latest rumors from informed sources, the fix is coming "sometime this fall" Why so long? Because Verizon has you by the balls and they know it,
DigitalMD said:
according to the latest rumors from informed sources, the fix is coming "sometime this fall" Why so long? Because Verizon has you by the balls and they know it,
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Fall?! Are you kidding me?
Had to flash back to 23C yesterday after I was having major texting issues with SD. Figured the patch had to be sooner than fall. ARG.
Verizon wants us all to buy G4s or S6edges or iPhones, signing up for another two years of bondage so we can afford to have a phone that actually works more or less correctly, for a while anyway.
I run my vs985 on KitKat still. Rooted and debloated with stock camera and a pre-VoLTE radio. I am having no problems with that at all. Why chase Lollipop ? Its not as good a version of Android as KitKat, even if it were working as designed, which it isn't even on my Nexus 5 with 5.1.1.
I agree kit Kat has no issues so I've stuck with it.
I wonder if the update that is coming this fall might be Android M. Doubtful since the nexus devices will probably be released then. And LG has to put there skin on top of UI. So it looks like LG is probably going back to the old LG. With wanting customers to upgrade all the time and not putting out any or very few updates for there devices. Since LG is now saying they are going to skip 5.1.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/LG-H...device-could-go-straight-to-Android-M_id70466
I went from a g2 to a g3, now I'll probably go to a nexus device to actually get bug fixes. Granted Google screws up on software. But at least they don't ignore major problems for a long time.
No, it won't be m. LG posted release dates for all g3 variants. 5.1 rolling out at the end of June for international, and July for all US variants, along with the bump in version are bug fixes. I'll try to find the post on g+....
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No, it won't be m. LG posted release dates for all g3 variants. 5.1 rolling out at the end of June for international, and July for all US variants, along with the bump in version are bug fixes. I'll try to find the post on g+....
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I couldn't imagine M that quickly. Unless google releases it very soon (doubtful). I thought it would be stupid if they skipped the 5.1 update. Especially since it fixes a lot of the problems with lollipop. But LG did this crap before with not supporting devices. That is why no one was buying there android devices. But corporate greed is huge.
you won;t see M on the G3 until 2016 if ever.
The Verizon bug fixes for what we have now will be at least 60 days after Lg releases for the international G3 , thanks to Verizon testing (crippling)
According to LG/Verizon corporate support, small update this fall for WiFi sync bug. And either 5.1, or M next spring. From what I saw on another forum, LG will skip 5.1 and release M next spring.
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Just checked out Android Pit. They show no 5.?.? updates for the G3. Looks like we will be left on Lollipop. Or, maybe get M next spring. But, M is just speculation on the news sites.
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matty032 said:
According to LG/Verizon corporate support, small update this fall for WiFi sync bug. And either 5.1, or M next spring. From what I saw on another forum, LG will skip 5.1 and release M next spring.
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Just checked out Android Pit. They show no 5.?.? updates for the G3. Looks like we will be left on Lollipop. Or, maybe get M next spring. But, M is just speculation on the news sites.
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The G3 is skipping 5.1 and going right to M. Who knows how long it will be though. I don't see why. Brings many fixes....
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No, it won't be m. LG posted release dates for all g3 variants. 5.1 rolling out at the end of June for international, and July for all US variants, along with the bump in version are bug fixes. I'll try to find the post on g+....
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http://www.androidheadlines.com/2015/06/lg-g3-unlikely-to-receive-android-5-1-update.html
Great, I really like this phone coming from a Samsung GS3 last July. Looks like I'll be updating to something else in Dec whether its a G4 or next Nexus or N6. Verizon is 75% the issue anyway.
I still don't have the wifi sync issues, besides my email takes a while to load up fully. Besides that runs same as kit Kat. I must be one of the lucky few.... That or just don't realize it, lol!
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I still don't have the wifi sync issues, besides my email takes a while to load up fully. Besides that runs same as kit Kat. I must be one of the lucky few.... That or just don't realize it, lol!
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I think it all depends on the router you are connected to. For me, at home, if I have IPV6 disabled, then I cannot get gmail via my 3rd party app (MailDroid). I had this issue in a hotel as well, which means they probably had IPV6 turned off. Otherwise, I haven't had any issues. I get text messages, etc whether on LTE or WiFi.
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I think it all depends on the router you are connected to. For me, at home, if I have IPV6 disabled, then I cannot get gmail via my 3rd party app (MailDroid). I had this issue in a hotel as well, which means they probably had IPV6 turned off. Otherwise, I haven't had any issues. I get text messages, etc whether on LTE or WiFi.
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Must be... I don't even know. I'll chalk it up to that and run with it.
Looks like even the G4 is not getting the 5.1.1 update. I'm not sure if I trust the source. But if so LG is going back to its old ways and not updating there phones. Which will probably hurt the company bad. Since the competition has gotten better.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/LG-h...oment-could-the-G4-jump-straight-to-M_id70864
Yeah, saw in the forums the Sprint G3, and ATT G3 are all getting their post lollipop fix updates. But, us lucky Verizon users get to wait until the fall for ours. And, LG isn't going to put 5.1.1 on the G3. Everyone keeps assuming we will get M, but, I have read nowhere that LG said we would get M. Its all speculation on websites. Grrrrrr
Just had a notice on my phone for a 45.5 Mb OTA update.
It is the MDA89D to MDB08K update, will see if I can get links from logcat etc.
https://android.googleapis.com/pack...519ae31a.signed-angler-MDB08K-from-MDA89D.zip
Is it the K revision?
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Is it the K revision?
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It is still updating, should only be a few more minutes, will post more information when it is done
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It is still updating, should only be a few more minutes, will post more information when it is done
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Oh, it usually tells you when it asks to update.
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Oh, it usually tells you when it asks to update.
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It did not unfortunately, it just said System Update and no details. Anyway it has done and now optimising apps etc, so should not be much longer then can see if any revision changes etc
I've not noticed any changes since updating - other than a newer kernel build (8/10). The camera app still seems quite buggy - that's the only issue I've experienced so far so can't really comment on anything else.
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I've not noticed any changes since updating - other than a newer kernel build (8/10). The camera app still seems quite buggy - that's the only issue I've experienced so far so can't really comment on anything else.
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Your camera app too? FFC seems a bit shifty, the back camera seems fine. SlowMo video seems to freeze up though at times. Also is your front facing camera fairly blurry on taking photos? Mine is.
The message was non descriptive
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Your camera app too? FFC seems a bit shifty, the back camera seems fine. SlowMo video seems to freeze up though at times. Also is your front facing camera fairly blurry on taking photos? Mine is.
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It's mainly SlowMo videos that struggle - sometimes they crash the camera app or don't play back correctly. My front facer is perfect, I'm really impressed with it.
Possibly one of those monthly security patches? I hope they release images for each one cause I haven't taken an OTA since... *thinks*... *thinks harder* Holy crap, I don't think I've ever taken an OTA.
Legit, I was in Verizon aka no update land from LG chocolate to droid after droid to Galaxy S3 all of which on cm and rooted etc. Since I've had MotoX 1 and Nexus 5 and 6 in T-Mobile, all rooted stock various kernels. Fastboot FTW.
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Possibly one of those monthly security patches? I hope they release images for each one cause I haven't taken an OTA since... *thinks*... *thinks harder* Holy crap, I don't think I've ever taken an OTA.
Legit, I was in Verizon aka no update land from LG chocolate to droid after droid to Galaxy S3 all of which on cm and rooted etc. Since I've had MotoX 1 and Nexus 5 and 6 in T-Mobile, all rooted stock various kernels. Fastboot FTW.
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It isn't... I applied the OTA and the monthly security patch is still October.
I would really appreciate it if someone could pull the OTA. On my 6P's first boot it downloaded the OTA right away. But when I went to install it it never rebooted or installed. Thanks in advance.
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I would really appreciate it if someone could pull the OTA. On my 6P's first boot it downloaded the OTA right away. But when I went to install it it never rebooted or installed. Thanks in advance.
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Same issue here. I'm wondering if they pulled the update.
I got mine last night, took a while
I must say although the UI is very snappy, anything involving app updates seems to take forever. Anyone else think this?
No update yet device from EE,its running pure android no EE in sight
is it done via IEM number
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No update yet device from EE,its running pure android no EE in sight
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The update should come from Google.
I would pull the update. But huawei seems to not want to ship my order still.
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I would of pulled it last night but like most it was already ready to install before i even finished configuring my phone.
It cannot be declined?
I just had my phone update as well crazy how quick they were on it
i bought s23 ultra . im on stock rom didnt update nothing yet . should i update system or not . Because usually when update system phone getting more worse battery life and peoples say right now april update drain battery . Will i miss something if i dont update phone ? Honestly i want update for better camera . Maybe there is way update camera only or what should i do
Definitely update, not battery drain or anything. They fixed important camera ''bugs''. However, some phones need some time (couple of days) after some updates to settle and learn usage to optimize the battery.
I would wait. Last thing you want is worse SOT. The cam update is part of the firmware.
I would say, update. I haven't noticed any worse battery life. The camera updates and security patches are well worth updating.
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i bought s23 ultra . im on stock rom didnt update nothing yet . should i update system or not . Because usually when update system phone getting more worse battery life and peoples say right now april update drain battery . Will i miss something if i dont update phone ? Honestly i want update for better camera . Maybe there is way update camera only or what should i do
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I've had 3 updates including April and if anything my battery is better. Unlocked on T-Mobile network.
I had 1 update and it was the april one, I received it april 12th... canadian model.
So far so good.
okay then propably im going to update it thank you
Just update it. So far each update have been bugs free for me, and camera definitely improve, especially stabilization
I have used xiaomi and apple phone until now. Their software updates making slow phones in time. samsung also have this problem? pushing you buy new phones
hulyahulya said:
I have used xiaomi and apple phone until now. Their software updates making slow phones in time. samsung also have this problem? pushing you buy new phones
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It's 2023...no one is slowing down your phones. lol
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It's 2023...no one is slowing down your phones. lol
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of course its. i have same xiaomi phone with my friend he is last last firmware im old one. my phones too much faster than him. that slowing happening in time . so you dont feel diffirence quickly
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of course its. i have same xiaomi phone with my friend he is last last firmware im old one. my phones too much faster than him. that slowing happening in time . so you dont feel diffirence quickly
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You have no data to backup those claims. It's just hearsay.
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You have no data to backup those claims. It's just hearsay.
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I thought everyone knew that. Your answer really surprised me. I remember that iphone was sued for this reason.
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I thought everyone knew that. Your answer really surprised me. I remember that iphone was sued for this reason.
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Hence why I said it's 2023, and that was a story ages ago.
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I thought everyone knew that. Your answer really surprised me. I remember that iphone was sued for this reason.
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That is apple. You cannot think android devices are same just because apple slows down their devices on purpose after each update.
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of course its. i have same xiaomi phone with my friend he is last last firmware im old one. my phones too much faster than him. that slowing happening in time . so you dont feel diffirence quickly
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So maybe after updates worth make factory reset to comparasion.
I was skeptical from years but in example in my fold 2 from OneUi 3.1.1 after supdate via ota to 5.1 running faster without reset. Overall daylight use performance similar to S23U when I comapre side by side this devices.
But this case don't change my mind about updates and I want stay my S23U on the latest A13 more time after sharing A14 or maybe even A15.
Samsung will eventually force update no matter what. Might as well get it done and over with.
I still have s10+ as i give it to my son... Phone after all those OTA over the years is as fast as it was new and no issue with SoT, in fact sot is comparable to my 23 ultra... Maybe 1 h less... Still crazy good photos, everything works... I think all that updates issue is placebo and some legends who knows form where they come from...
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Samsung will eventually force update no matter what. Might as well get it done and over with.
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Yeah I kept getting the reminder so I did it. Now the scrolling sucks in the Google feed page so jittery. Anyone else experience that? I'm not happy with this and will likely roll back to march.
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Yeah I kept getting the reminder so I did it. Now the scrolling sucks in the Google feed page so jittery. Anyone else experience that? I'm not happy with this and will likely roll back to march.
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No jittery Google feed issues here after updating.