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  1. Android News

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 gets Android 6.0.1 in Germany

    Samsung has started rolling out the Android 6.0.1 update to the Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 in Germany. You'll be looking for firmware T815XXU2BPD6. You can check for it manually by heading into the Settings » About device » Software update menu.
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    Poor Wifi Range

    Recently replaced my LG Gpad with a Galaxy Tab S2 Battery life has been a disappointment but the bigger problem has been the terrible wifi range. If I am close to the router I get full 4 bars. as soon as I move 2m away it drops to 2 bars. If i move to another room I'm getting 1 bar at best...
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    Battery - how quickly does your battery drop? .. what can we do?

    Please share your shcreenshot - for the community - one picture is worth a thousand words :) (And scrool up a bit when taking it - like mine to see top apps takimg up resources ..) and for your own now vs future benchmark Charge it to 100% then restart it and keep the device screen on...
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    any way to remove clock from status bar?

    i googled and tried like http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.hamzah.sbiconhider to no avail its a simple feature .. why is it not available ?
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    purchased a new Tab S2 - shows "low power charger connected"

    I just purchased a new Tab S2 from official Samsung store (I had Tab A love it) I got home connected it to the charger that came in the box shows "low power charger connected" or so I rebooted it .. same .. tried different outlets .. same .. so I turned it off and let it charge .. I see it...
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    Help How to do diagnostics on Galaxy Tab S2

    SOLVED: on Tab S2 with SIM / dial screen - dial *#0*# but what about NO SIM versions - how to do / enter the General Test Mode / diagnostics ? and what about on Galaxy Tab A no SIM version thank you..
  7. Radek Věchet

    Accessories Samsung Tab S2 brand cover

    Hi all Just wanted to give advice to people who wants to use the official brand Samsung cover. I had really hard time to figure out how to attach it to the tablet. You have to attach those two little studs into two metal circles such way it really holds and don't fall off. Aligning is fairly...
  8. Lateck

    Will the S2 get Marshmallow?

    As the title says; do you think our Tab S2's will get the Marshmallow OS? Lateck,
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    Galaxy Tab s2 boot loop

    I have done this http://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-...s2-sm-t3187202 to root my device it all passes and after restart it will not stop looping, Help please? :(
  10. Android News

    Verizon is rolling out Android's February security update to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

    Verizon has just announced they are updating Samsung's 2015 flagship tablet with the February Android security update. They don't say anything else is included in this update, so users should just look forward to having their device secure when they receive the update in the next week or two.
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  11. MooCowPirate

    Boot loop.

    Got my Galaxy Tab S2 only a couple days ago. Used it lightly a couple times. I go to use it today and it prompts me for an update, so I updated. After that, endless boot loop. It doesn't even factory reset properly (in the recovery mode it gives me a E:Failed to mount /preload error). It'll go...
  12. kratos

    Accessories Tempered Glass Screen Protector Suggestions?

    I have a tempered Glass protector on my phone, but it came from Verizon and I can't even remember the brand. Looking at Amazon I see a ton of protectors with mixed reviews. I'm looking for one that is less than $20 USD, easy to apply, durable, and had a lifetime unlimited warranty...
  13. kratos

    Popular Tablet?

    From the lack of threads in this forum, one could come to the conclusion that this tablet is not very popular. Disclosure: I just bought one today to upgrade from my aging and dying Tab 2. So, I ask: Is this due to the somewhat high price point (MSRP 499.99, Sale as of today 399.99)? Are...
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    Benchmark information reveals updated Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 details

    The upcoming SM-T819 and SM-T719 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 updates have just been benchmarked, giving us a closer look at their spec sheet. The 9.7-inch and 8-inch tablets will both be equipped with 2,048 x 1,536 pixel displays and will be powered by octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processors...
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  15. Android News

    Samsung announces January security update for 'major flagship models'

    We're less than a week away until the end of the month and it was surprising to not see any Android security update released from Samsung yet. This is over as the company has just announced they will be updating their 'major flagship models' with the security patches. They don't mention exactly...
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    Tab S 2 Movies

    Hi Guys. Todays stupid question. I want to watch movies i have downloaded on my p.c. on my new shiny Tab S 2. Some films are DVD some Blu Ray. What is the best film format to convert the films to before I put them on the the sd card. Thanks in adavnce Chris
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    How is the app experience on the Tab S2 9.7?

    Hi all, I want to purchase a 9.7 inch tablet, and am debating between the iPad Air 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7. I know that once of Apple's strengths is its robust app market for the iPad with more optimized apps for tablet. But I was wondering if this lack of Android optimized apps...
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    Accessories Stylus for Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

    Hi everyone: I am thinking about buying an S2, 9.7": my main uses will be media consumption (HBO Now, SlingTV, New York Times, etc) and to read and markup pdfs (likes right notes in the margin). I think the S2 should be pretty excellent for the first task but am not so sure about the second. I...
  19. Lateck

    Any love for the S2?

    I am new to this forum but not to Androidforums...... I recently purchased the Tab S2 as it was the only Samsung tablet I could find in my neck of the woods. (Really wanted the Sony Xperia Z4 but it is not even sold in the states, as far as I see). I am starting to get the hang of the Tab S2...
  20. Android News

    DEAL: Buy a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 and Get 1 Free Year of Netflix

    If you buy a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 before December 26th, Samsung will throw in a free year of Netflix for free. Users will have until January 31st to register their purchase with the company and then you'll get a code worth $119.88. You'll have to redeem this code before March 31st, or it will...
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    New tab s2 user

    So I just switched from the note 10.1 2014 edition and am pleased with the tablet so far. Comparing it directly to the note, the speakers are horrible, and I definitely notice the lower dpi in the screen while I'm reading text. The note 10.1 has a superior screen, and far superior speakers. The...
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    Help Galaxy Tab S2 (Wallpaper)

    Hello. I am now the proud owner of a Tab S2 to replace my old Note 10.1 which sadly gave up on me. Please forgive me as a non techy and getting on a bit in years, but I would appreciate your advice on some pretty mundane questions as I get more to grips with it..thanks. Firstly, the Wallpaper...
  23. CrazySaguaro

    How do you shut off the Touch Key Lights on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2?

    I just got my S2 and I absolutely love everything about it except the speaker sound quality (it kinda stinks). I upgraded from a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 and what a different the 3GB of RAM (vs 1GB) and the AC wireless makes. I am trying to shut off the "Touch Key Lights" (back arrow and menu...
  24. Franz Edler

    Portrait or landscape orientation

    Samsung Galaxy S2 9.7 is always shown in portrait orientation. I often will use also landscape orientation (e.g. for Citrix receiver to access my desktop). Is there any restriction in landscape usage?
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    Galaxy Tab S2 & Side Sync App

    I just wanted to check in to see if anyone else has tried this application on their Tab S2 yet. At first, this application sounded really useful, and an answer to Apple's phone calling / texting capabilities between iPhones & WiFi iPads (you can answer a phone call or reply to a text from your...
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