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Battery Dropping way way too fast? One more thing to check!

This tip is not rom specific and specifically for people where battery is dropping super duper fast on any rom. I'm talking like a percent every few seconds or so. This happened to me and I tried all the stuff I had read about like, dimming display, shutting off sync, disabling led's, disabling sounds, disabling haptic etc...
With all the apps that are normally discussed for sharing and vieweing battery life, there wasn't an app that was able to show me my current cpu usage level (that I knew about). I found a free one by searching: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eolwral.osmonitor&hl=en
and the second I launched it I saw, unfortunately, that ChompSMS (my go to program for years) was the culprit. Apparently it didn't play nice for whatever reason on my first CM9 Beta1 fresh install.
I uninstalled it and cpu went back to normal etc... now I'm on GoSMS... boo : )
Anyways, hope this helps someone who has the uber mega battery drainage and doesn't know why as I was stumped for a while until I used that app.

If youve been in possession of the phone for more that 8months the best thing to do is buy a new battery for the phone.
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Thanks I may check that one out later.

daniel4653 said:
If youve been in possession of the phone for more that 8months the best thing to do is buy a new battery for the phone.
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Agreed. Had my E4GT for a year now and my stock 1800mah battery just popped a couple of days ago. I think it had been going south for the past few months, cuz right now I'm using my old OG Epic's 1500mah battery and the battery life is better than ever! Dunno why the OG Epic's battery is working so well (considering it's a year older and been passed around the family a few times) but hopefully, my replacement 1800mah will be even better whenever it gets here...

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If youve been in possession of the phone for more that 8months the best thing to do is buy a new battery for the phone.
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I agree! Look at the battery and see if it's bulging. Just replaced mine, you'll notice a definite difference
in thickness if you hold a new and bad battery!
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Try handsent sms it plays nice on tw based roms and I like it better than go. I just disable pop ups I'm not a fan.
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I've had my E4GT for just about a year. In the past month I've noticed some odd behavior work apps and the radios. Random reboots, LOS, sluggish response and other weirdness. The first thumb was snapped early August, the second 2 just this past weekend.
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Sorry for the duplicate pics, the Airave does that sometimes.
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Yeah buying a new battery is probably the best thing to do. My battery started dying on me about ten months after I got my E4GT and got a new OEM battery and its back to 15-16 hours
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Where are people buying their new batteries?
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chuhsi said:
Where are people buying their new batteries?
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Amazon is a good place.. That's where I got mine.. Great prices as well
-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss

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Amazon is a good place.. That's where I got mine.. Great prices as well
-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss
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I picked up an Anker 1800mHa battery + charger from Amazon.com and I'm very happy with it. The new battery seems slightly better than my OEM, but I don't think by much. Anyway, I picked up the Anker specifically identified for the E4GT for around $10 (and charger for $10). There are combo deals for other phones that I think are 100% compatible with the E4GT, but I didn't risk it. If you can be confident in what's compatible, you should be able to get 2 batteries + charger for $20.
Please don't rub my nose in it if you get that deal.

Charging port

Geez, my nephew is having issues with his charging port again. Anyone else having issues with it a second time? His cat is to blame, whatever that means. It's charging, but won't work on computer.
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Kill the cat.
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I'm going have to agree on this one.
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+1... Bye bye wittle kitty...
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Damn, is this a unanimous vote for the cat?

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I've always been more of a dog person...
...However, due to the nature of the Inc2's charging port (namely that it sucks), it is totally believable that it broke again.

You all are hilarious. I know my older sister will be pissed because its it will be the second one. Anything not apple is inferior. Let the apple flaming begin. At first, she thought it was because we rooted and unlocked the phone. LOL

Have you tried a different cable? Some cables are made to only supply power, sometimes cables just fail because of cats and their diabolical ways.
If she wants an iPhone, let her get one. I am preparing to push my wife to get one. I just think she'll be happier with it. Ain't no shame in this game. I will only be reinforced in my dislike of Apple if my wife gets one, but the point is she should like what she gets.

All women should use iPhones. They are easier to comprehend.
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Jizzylax said:
All women should use iPhones. They are easier to comprehend.
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iPhones are. Women are not.
If she complains about not understanding something on her iPhone or if something doesn't work, it will be nice to just say "better go to the genius bar" Haha...
Keeps me off the hook.

TheAtheistReverend said:
Have you tried a different cable? Some cables are made to only supply power, sometimes cables just fail because of cats and their diabolical ways.
If she wants an iPhone, let her get one. I am preparing to push my wife to get one. I just think she'll be happier with it. Ain't no shame in this game. I will only be reinforced in my dislike of Apple if my wife gets one, but the point is she should like what she gets.
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Yes I tried two different cables and it computer won't recognize phone. It will still charge using the charging plugged into outlet, but not into computer. That is a sign that it is going bad. To make matters worse, i need to fix his screen. He just broke it on saturday. Geez.

You should just get him the G'zOne Commando
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They still sell that thing? It's gotta be a year or two now.
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Hopefully Nokia will bring us a phone. They've been incorporating wireless charging stock. With that and wireless adb, you would never need a cable again! And they have cameras better than anyone else!
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TheAtheistReverend said:
Hopefully Nokia will bring us a phone. They've been incorporating wireless charging stock. With that and wireless adb, you would never need a cable again! And they have cameras better than anyone else!
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plus it's a nokia. do i need to bring in some nokia memes to prove how tough it'll be?

ive gone through 2 inc2s with faulty charging ports. current one is loose and looking like it's going to go the same way.

What's the status on the cat?
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Still alive. I'll report back on how my nephew does on replacing the cracked screen. He is mechanical, but i think i might be supervising the fix. It was pretty cheap to get the parts $17.95 on amazon for the screen + digitizer, t5 & t6 torc screw & pry tool, & adhesive tape. I thought that was pretty cheap.

Finally got the parts needed for a USB repair on one of my Inc2s! seems like a common issue on Inc2 after x amount of time.
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Intentionally break phone

Has anybody intentionally destroyed their phone to get a refurbished one with little time left on their warranty? I want to know if there is a way I can successfully get a replacement from Sprint. My screen is in pretty rough shape, and based on what I've read, they won't replace it soley on a broken screen. (no digitizer damage) I know it's a bit underhanded, but I'm sure as hell not spending $270 on a screen replacement! Thanks in advance!
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WTF? If you're worried about the condition of your phone, don't treat it like crap. Next time around, maybe think about a screen protector and a case instead of trying to scam your way to a new phone?
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Lol, a screen protector and a case were the first things I bought for my S3. My phone has fallen twice since then and I have been SO glad I invested in the soft shell rubber case. No damage to the phone or screen whatsoever

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Has anybody intentionally destroyed their phone to get a refurbished one with little time left on their warranty? I want to know if there is a way I can successfully get a replacement from Sprint. My screen is in pretty rough shape, and based on what I've read, they won't replace it soley on a broken screen. (no digitizer damage) I know it's a bit underhanded, but I'm sure as hell not spending $270 on a screen replacement! Thanks in advance!
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The screen replacement is only like 178.50 with next day shipping there and back from samsung. And how are you almost out of warranty when the phone hasnt even been available for a year and you have a 1 year mfg warranty.
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Sprint won't help you at all since it sounds like you don't have TEP(they don't help anyway). And Samsung only covers manufacture defects and hardware defects. If the phone has physical damage then your warranty is voided with them
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Put it in the microwave for 8 seconds you'll fry the circuits..

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Sprint won't help you at all since it sounds like you don't have TEP(they don't help anyway). And Samsung only covers manufacture defects and hardware defects. If the phone has physical damage then your warranty is voided with them
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Samsung repairs busted screens under warrant its just not free, but it is about half the cost it would be out of warranty. Its not a bad deal since they replace the entire glass/digitzer/lcd assembly and then reinstate your warranty afterwards:thumbup: and its next day shipping there and back so you're only without your device for 3-5 days max. Typical turn around is 3 days, day you ship, day they receive, day they ship back. However if they are backed up sometimes they have it in their possession for a couple days while they do the repairs
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I was looking to NOT spend 200 dollars in the process. I love my phone but I also love my precious spending money...
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I was looking to NOT spend 200 dollars in the process. I love my phone but I also love my precious spending money...
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$200 is still cheaper then new phone.. Unless you find a good one on Craigslist with Clean ESN.. Screen protectors are a must! lol.. First thing that went on my phone.. have some scratches in protector, screen under is beautiful.

I'm an old iPhone user and I know with the iPhone if you cracked your screen, you could buy a replacement kit and spend no more than $50 bucks or so. Is there no replacement screens for the Galaxy S3?

There are, but the glass is fused to the display, making it extremely difficult to replace just the glass.
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davelikestacos said:
Lol, a screen protector and a case were the first things I bought for my S3. My phone has fallen twice since then and I have been SO glad I invested in the soft shell rubber case. No damage to the phone or screen whatsoever
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I was waiting on a case-friendly invisible shield to arrive in the mail when my screen damage happened.
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I was looking to NOT spend 200 dollars in the process. I love my phone but I also love my precious spending money...
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Assuming you have insurance it'd be $150 for the deductible. If you don't then that's you fault. Get a protective case next time.
Stop trying to look for a illegal way out.
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Too good to be true? We'll see.

So I have a plan to water-proof my GS3 with ZERO bulk (okay maybe like 1%)
I'm sure if you've Googled anything having to do with waterproofing your GS3, you've seen this: http://www.iottie.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=1010&ProductType=320
In theory, it seems like a great idea. Until you realize that you have no way to charge your phone or plug in earbuds.
A couple weeks after I saw that product, I came across this article: http://m.webosnation.com/galaxy-s3-gets-cleanest-touchstone-mod-yet
Now if you see where I'm going with this, you're probably thinking "Well that solves the charging problem, but what about the headphone jack?"
After about 10 minutes of research I found this: http://www.jabra.com/products/bluetooth/jabra_clipper/jabra_clipper
Unfortunately this blows the $80 budget of a waterproof case.
So instead, I just found a refurbished pair of blue tooth headphones for $35 on ebay. (I bought these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004B...edirect=true&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&tag=chescifi-20)
So the idea is to combine these products (Jabra clipper is optional) and have a waterproofed phone. Is this idea too good to be true? I have ordered all of the items. I will post a video showing my results when I have received the items.
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Sorry anything that comes with leak detectors and even flat out says its not made to be permanent i wouldn't trust.
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Sorry anything that comes with leak detectors and even flat out says its not made to be permanent i wouldn't trust.
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Although it says that it isn't meant to be permanent, it implies that that is only because it does not allow charging. Either way, I've bought the items. My point of view is that if the waterproofing isn't successful, at least I have some badass accessories now right?
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It says reusable. That means they intend you take it off sometime. The 5 sealing tapes are probably for wear and tear leaks but maybe they could be used for "panels" to cover those holes but I really think this is a temporary skin for if you're going out in a wet environment.

hows it working for you?

So far, the "case" itself is literally the only part of this experiment that has not shipped yet. Please be patient for a video on my results. I'm going to try to go as long as I can with one package worth of material. I'd say I can make it last 1-2 months. I don't plan on much submersion except maybe for a quick test.
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https://www.liquipel.com/
I had these guys do my phone.
I can take pictures underwater
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The idea seems great, but it would worry me a bit. Not to mention the fact that devices that were not built to be waterproof can get water trapped in non air tight areas. At CES they had a liquipelled Tab 2 that got water trapped between the glass and the display. Not fun. This technology is used more for accidental exposure to moisture.
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He says he can take pics underwater and still say that you think it's not a good idea bc a tablet(that isn't built like a phone) got water under the screen... That means tablet wasn't sealed properly no?
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Technology that was not designed to be waterproof may not play nice with that. I'm not saying that nothing will work with it, I'm just saying that it may not be the best idea in all cases.
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I have received all of the materials today, I plan on making a video by tomorrow. Stay tuned!
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My camera is broken. -.-
I'll figure out an alternative soon.

Not sure this is something I'd ever consider doing. However, it's sure going to be interesting to see how it works.

Ugh. I have not made a video for this to this day. This is a dead thread and I apologize. My plan worked to an extent. It stayed waterproof and charged normally, but was cumbersome to use because of the odd shrink-wrap feel of the case.
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Didn't theangelofmusic (the technology nerd) do this with her GS3?
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Warranty exchange question.

Hello I have recently been having issues with my cell phone call quality and have been wanting to call tmobile, in regards to get it exchanged as I have the warranty still available.
However I have a small hairline cracked on the right bottom part of the phone. How much will the fee be for that from tmobile?
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I wouldn't bother, not trying to put your hopes down but I also jad a hairline crack at the bottom corner of my phone, under the back key. Then I sent to samsung for repair, but told them of the crack befoee and they said it'd be fine since its so small. But after they had it for 9 days and then claimed phone couldn't be repaired until crack is fixed which also puts it out of warranty and tried charging me $180 just for the screen. Additional repair fees would've been added later. So to make it short I probably wouldnt try if I were you unless if your going through tmobile directly.
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I wouldn't bother, not trying to put your hopes down but I also jad a hairline crack at the bottom corner of my phone, under the back key. Then I sent to samsung for repair, but told them of the crack befoee and they said it'd be fine since its so small. But after they had it for 9 days and then claimed phone couldn't be repaired until crack is fixed which also puts it out of warranty and tried charging me $180 just for the screen. Additional repair fees would've been added later. So to make it short I probably wouldnt try if I were you unless if your going through tmobile directly.
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If the cost is less than $300 I wouldn't mind.
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I've been through this many many times with tmobile. As long as the screen is not cracked or has water damage or has excessive damage I..e ..run over...than you will be fine. I have sent numerous phones with s-off but reloaded stock rom and everything went fine.
Also its cheaper to pay the out of warranty fee through tmobile than to use insurance...or it used to be anyway.
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I've been through this many many times with tmobile. As long as the screen is not cracked or has water damage or has excessive damage I..e ..run over...than you will be fine. I have sent numerous phones with s-off but reloaded stock rom and everything went fine.
Also its cheaper to pay the out of warranty fee through tmobile than to use insurance...or it used to be anyway.
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Thats exactly what I am wondering as we know our phones entire front side is all glass. Here is what mine looks like other than that it is in perfect condition.
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I wouldn't worry about that. You need a case on these delicate phones bro
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I wouldn't worry about that. You need a case on these delicate phones bro
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Of course I know that, its not that, which am worried about overall. I am having speakerphone issues. Half the time people say they cant hear me.
I know its a simple warranty exchange specially since I am paying for the extended warranty.
However I am wondering how much theyll charge me for that line..
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I wouldn't expect anything in my opinion. I think you're okay on that. Your phone issue, does it happen for the first few seconds and sometimes you can't hear them either? Reason I ask is that's what mine does and I want to see if its a rom issue. I'm running wicked 9.1.
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By the way. When you call to issue the warranty exchange they will read off a whole spill they are required to say which will tell you how much if its considered out of warranty.
Not that i've been down this road before.... lol

Josh McGrath said:
I wouldn't expect anything in my opinion. I think you're okay on that. Your phone issue, does it happen for the first few seconds and sometimes you can't hear them either? Reason I ask is that's what mine does and I want to see if its a rom issue. I'm running wicked 9.1.
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By the way. When you call to issue the warranty exchange they will read off a whole spill they are required to say which will tell you how much if its considered out of warranty.
Not that i've been down this road before.... lol
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Lol understood.
And yeah thats what happens to mine aswell however mine phone is completly stock no roms no root nothing like that :/
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Thanks for the info. I guess I got a bad phone as well grr. Its really annoying saying hello 5 times