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  1. jo69

    Help Microsoft Apps on my Samsung Galaxy S22+ Phone?

    Yesterday a new option appeared on my phone when I was trying to send files It was rows of microsoft details. They were never there before Iand I haven't added or changed anything Can you help as I don't expect to use them?
  2. lajmonline

    Which brand of Android phones do you think is the best?

    Which brand of Android phones do you think is the best? Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Honor, OnePlus, oppo, vivo, Lenovo, Asus, Google, realme, Redmi, iqoo, Nokia, Motorola, Sony, ZTE
  3. J

    S22 & S23 Good Upgrades From S8?

    I am not a phone enthusiast. Just a guy who wants a decent phone. I have a Galaxy S8, and the battery life is not what it once was. It also seems a little slow these days. I am thinking of getting a Galaxy S22 or S23. Are there any glaring problems with these phones? I don't trust review...
  4. J

    Help How to change the backup frequency for android phone

    I am running Android 11 on a Samsung Galaxy A70. I am unable to change the backup frequency from my phone to Google drive or Samsung Cloud. Both are preset at 24 hours. I want to change the preset to a more longer duration. I recently noticed that my call log was gone. By the time I noticed it...
  5. R

    What’s this app? A good challenge!

  6. S

    Help Looking for data recovery experts (android 12 phone) professionals for a paid consultancy opportunity

    Hello all, I accidentally got my photos erased from my samsung phone running android 12. The case is complex and most people tell me it's not possible to recover the data. While I definitely don't want to be fed false hope or placebo data recovery solutions, the erased photos mean a lot to me...
  7. jack58

    Help How can I increase the Phone or video screen timeout beyond 10 minutes with my Galaxy S23 Ultra?

    How can I increase the 'Phone' or Video screen timeout beyond 10 minutes with my Galaxy S23 Ultra? I like to shoot birds with my video, especially hummingbirds using a tripod with a remote so I'm not close to the feeder. The hummer comes in every 20-30 minutes and the video shuts down after...
  8. akowaskidageorgian

    {Help} Locked out of Samsung Galaxy S22 after forgetting password

    {Help} Locked out of Samsung Galaxy S22 after forgetting password !!! I Don't look for any kind of 3rd party applications! FOR PEOPLE WHO THINK MY CASE IS "SUSPICIOUS", HERE ARE PROOFS: [ So, out of nowhere I have forgotten my phone's password that I have been using for few months now ( I...
  9. R

    File named " .xxx_did " What is it and is it ok to remove it?

    Hi, I have a Galaxy A52 5G.... today i saw a file named as " .xxx_did " . i saw it when i was using whats app and when i was trying to share a document that was the first name appeared in the list.. couldn't find the file with the my file app, so i searched it using my Linux OS and the file was...
  10. grunt0300

    Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

    I can't get my phone to "wake up" when a text msg or email arrives. I'm using Google msgs and Gmail, but maybe i need to switch back to the stock samsung apps. I've looked at 5 or 6 videos on this subject, and now i'm totally confused. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
  11. jack58

    Very pleased with the zoom feature of Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra!

    I'm very pleased with the zoom feature of Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra! I was already happy with the landscape photos I took 3 weeks ago of sunrise But really haven't tried the zoom feature until today. Since it was a nice sunbreak, (5pm) I got all set up to take pics of birds, squirrels and the...
  12. jack58

    How hard is it to take pics with a wallet case for Samsung S23 Ultra?

    How hard is it to take pics with a wallet case for Samsung S23 Ultra or other cell phones for that matter? It seems like for landscapes etc when open the front cover would get in the way. What experiences do the wallet owners have when shooting pics with a wallet style case. I recall years ago...
  13. lebigmac

    Root The Ultimate DIY Custom ROM Maker v1.1 including Magiskless Systemfull ADB ROOT ( DOUBLE ROOT ) for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and other devices!!!

    It is finally here my friends :D The prophecy has been fulfilled yet again :D Allow me to present to you the Ultimate DIY Custom ROM Maker v1.1 powered by SystemRW / SuperRW v1.41 featuring MakeRW / ro2rw v1.2 by lebigmac NOW WITH MAGISKLESS SYSTEMFULL ADB ROOT FEATURE !!! ( AKA DOUBLE ROOT )...
  14. lebigmac

    Root The one and only official SYSTEM-RW for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (and other devices) by lebigmac

    Ladies and Gentlemen. The one and only official SYSTEM-RW for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (and other devices) by lebigmac has finally arrived. Always download the real SYSTEM-RW by lebigmac and never trust any dubious fake wannabe copycat imitations. Enjoy :D (Installation and usage instructions...
  15. elflamablanca

    Screen record TV from phone using smart view

    I have a z fold 4. If I am using smart view to cast my TV to my phone, how can i screen record it? When I try to do it the video is just a black screen. Is there an app that will allow this to work??
  16. lebigmac

    Root HOW TO ROOT SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 ULTRA WITH MAGISK

    BRAND NEW DIY TUTORIAL BY LEBIGMAC ! How to ROOT your boot.img with Magisk (for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra & more) NOTE: For Android 13. Your bootloader needs to be unlocked for this procedure to work! 1) Download your device's firmware from the internet (check your firmware version in 'About...
  17. jack58

    Help How's the vibration motor/intensity on S23 Ultra? Is it stronger than the S21+?

    How's the vibration motor/intensity on S23 Ultra? Is it stronger than the S21+? I'm legally deaf now due to Tinnitus and depend things like this. The S21+ was kinda weak. Does it have some good "Alerts" features? I'm still waiting for my S23 Ultra... ordered it on Feb 16th and it's backordered.
  18. jack58

    Anybody get their Galaxy S23 Ultra yet?

    Anybody get their Galaxy S23 Ultra yet? Reason I'm asking is I pre-ordered mine on Feb 16th for the special deals they had, ($1000 off the $1,400 price) and the sales person said I'd get it in 2-5 business days. Well he lied... 5 business days later and it hasn't even been shipped yet. This is...
  19. Rob

    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra screen problem is not actually a defect

    There are a bunch of Galaxy S23 Ultra users complaining about a screen problem in the bottom left or right corner. As it turns out, Samsung is aware of the "issue" and claims it's a feature not a bug- it's simply a known side effect of their screen technology and shouldn't cause any problems...
  20. T

    Help S23 ultra spen

    Has anyone ever pulled the pen out of the bottom of the phone and it wouldn’t connect? You have to put it back in and re-eject it? Please tell me it’s not a bum phone.
  21. jack58

    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deal... shady or not?

    I signed up for this deal: attached: Galaxy S23 Ultra | T-Mobile | 512GB | Lavender | Learn more SM-S918ULIFXAU Pricing with your T-Mobile offer after one time and recurring trade-in bill credits for Total: $1379.99/mo) with T-Mobile Financing. Also brought the price down with free storage...
  22. sshehab

    Help Good Samsung smartphone

    Hello, I'm searching for a Samsung phone with these features Supports 2 Sims, has a 3.5 mm jack and has a good battery life, I found a couple of models A52 5G and A32 5G, are any others and which one is the best of these mentioned models?
  23. svim

    A commentary on Galaxy S23 bloat

    https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/02/the-samsung-galaxy-s23s-bloated-android-build-somehow-uses-60gb-of-storage/
  24. S

    Stylus for the S23 Ultra query

    I was trying to find information as to whether recent, S21 and S 22 Ultra stylus will fit the S23 Ultra. This is purely a vanity project as I have ordered the red S23 Ultra and I was going to link it up with the red (bodied) stylus (I think from the S21 Ultra period)? Can anyone confrim if I...
  25. V

    Would Samsung get rid of the A series in the future and no longer have a budget or mid-range lineup?

    Would Samsung get rid of the A series in the future and no longer have a budget or mid-range lineup in the United States? How likely is that to happen?