Samsung S21 range launch january 14th.

MarkY91 · 22-11-2021 12:57PM

Anyone else having issues since updating?

My phone is so laggy that it's like having a budget Tesco phone

Gmail crashes all day everyday

DJI fly (app for my drone) simply doesn't work anymore. Drone is useless now.

No clipboard anymore.

Sending videos on WhatsApp result in green bars on the left side with a weird 3d looking video

TikTok crashes everything I go to another app then back to TikTok

I could go on and on. Absolute disaster (at least for myself), I regret getting android 12.

*I cleared the cache partition as recomended when updating and other suggestions I found online. Absolutely nothing helps*

phill106 · 22-11-2021 06:28PM

Update is now available for me. Downloading now. May the odds be forever in my favour...

youcancallmeal · 22-11-2021 08:42PM

I haven't had any issues since upgrading. I ran galaxy app booster after the update but not sure if it even does anything

Mr Velo · 23-11-2021 08:50AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118205680#Comment_118205680

How did you clear the cache partition? Options found online (pressing vol up and power and releasing) not working for me.

MarkY91 · 23-11-2021 09:12AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118209384#Comment_118209384

I found a YouTube video that says that the phone must be plugged into a computer before attempting the above.

Absolutely ridiculous that we must plug it into a computer before the volume up + power button will boot into the right menu but that's the only way on the S21 series.

pizzahead77 · 26-11-2021 02:16PM

Anyoen got issues with external links not opening when clicked on in Facebook/Instagram after updating to Android 12?

1123heavy · 29-11-2021 11:34PM

I need to buy a new phone, I have dropped the current one once too many times it seems, screen is flashing random lights, doubt it's worth fixing (A50). I'm not into the apple hype and would rather stay with Samsung. Would it be worth waiting for the S22 at this stage rather than buying the S21 to have it reduce in value in 2 months??

delly · 01-12-2021 08:28PM

Just got the new update on my s21 ultra. I wasn't aware such a significant update was on the cards, but I'm not liking it at all so far. My biggest issue is the reduced size of all text and menus. Even on maximum zoom and large font, it's just so small.

youcancallmeal · 02-12-2021 07:48AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118242791#Comment_118242791

If it were me I'd wait until January at least if you can and get the S21 fairly cheap. From the leaks I've seen the S22 is not going to be much of an upgrade and they've even kept the same design

phill106 · 03-12-2021 09:57AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118254963#Comment_118254963

I think the s22 ultra looks like a note in all but name, while the s22 will indeed be more of a minor upgrade from s21.

yabadabado · 05-12-2021 03:04PM

When is the S22 due to be released?

Had a bit of a mishap with my S21 so will be in the market for a new phone soon.

PTH2009 · 07-12-2021 11:49PM

Think my S21 Ultra is after getting some water damage inside the USB port

Connection keeps falling out of the phone and when it does stay in it only charges at 'normal charge' and not 'fast charge' or 'super fast charge'. The Moisture signal has come up a few times and i got it off by Switching off phone and connecting an old charger to it

Wireless charge still working but it can be a pain if your in a rush (that's were the super charge came in ideal)

Phone just under a year old and cost a bomb, what's the best course of action to take ?

Penn · 10-12-2021 11:08AM

Anyone else having trouble using contactless with their S21? It was working fine on Wednesday but went to pay for something yesterday and it's now saying my device doesn't meet security standards. Phone software up to date (last updated on 2nd and used contactless plenty since then), nothing else on phone has changed in terms of apps or anything.

phill106 · 11-12-2021 02:05PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118299997#Comment_118299997

still working here, did u try to sideload something, or change os?

jones · 12-12-2021 05:29PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118299997#Comment_118299997

Mine was the exact same on Wednesday morning tried everything couldn't get it to work. Then the December patch came out the next door and resolved it. Seems to be a Samsung problem but working again now

PTH2009 · 12-12-2021 08:30PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118288066#Comment_118288066

Bump

PTH2009 · 23-12-2021 11:18PM

My S21 Ultra has been sent off to get repaired and more than likely getting a replacement USB port

Are there any cases out there that have port protectors/slots on them ?

phill106 · 28-12-2021 12:27PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118368318#Comment_118368318

I have this

https://www.supcase.com/collections/galaxy-s21-plus-ultra-cases

very protective and good warranty on them. I have had them on my last 3 phones with no issue.

PTH2009 · 29-12-2021 10:41AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118381458#Comment_118381458

Where are these available in Ireland ?

phill106 · 31-12-2021 01:31PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118385358#Comment_118385358

always bought from amazon, came in a few days with no issues.

PTH2009 · 31-12-2021 03:43PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118395952#Comment_118395952

Thanks, i got it off Mytrendyphone.ie

Getting my Ultra back next week and hoping the USB port is sorted, do Fonfix tell you what the issue was ?

PTH2009 · 10-01-2022 02:40PM

Phone arrived back late last week with a new USB port installed and so far so good back to working perfectly. Fonfix is a great service as well as Samsungs 24 month Warranty

Also got the supcase and it's great

phill106 · 11-01-2022 06:49PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118449800#Comment_118449800

Great case if you dont mind a little bulk, which i dont ;)

i have the blue one, kick stand just fell off, replacement case now on the way for free.

knipex · 11-01-2022 07:11PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118311874#Comment_118311874

There used to be an issue with the moisture sensor on the charge port of some Galaxy devices. Happened my S10 5G and a Galaxy Tab.

Not a huge job to swap out. Biggest issue will be getting it done under warrantly but even if you have to pay I would expect €50 / €60 to cover it.

dinneenp · 21-01-2022 01:32PM

Hi,

I have a Galway S21 5G, looking for a slim, good grip & drop protection case please. And delivery to Ireland that doesn't take weeks.

Also, a good charger, I normally buy Anker. Does the charger influence the charging time? I have some that seem to take ages.

Thanks,

Pa.

Duff · 30-01-2022 10:52AM

Has anyone seen any good deals on the Ultra recently? My 10+ is on it's last legs and looking to upgrade. Cheers.

jones · 30-01-2022 07:51PM

I'd say there will be on the Samsung site seeing as the s22 is around the corner

PTH2009 · 30-03-2022 06:50PM

Anyones Spotify app absolutely killing battery life on the Ultra ?

Chrome is another bastard of a app for doing the same

phill106 · 06-04-2022 08:58AM

S21 ultra rip for me...

Had issues with it dropping network all the time, on 2 different sims on 2 different networks.

Sent off to be fixed once, came back with new subboard. Issue persisted.

Sent back again, checked it, said motherboard to be replaced. Contacted me back a few days later, too long a lead time on motherboard, would i like a replacement s21 ultra or my money back. Went for money back, getting a s22 ultra delivered today!

Anyone want to buy a few cases? :)

biebiebie · 14-04-2022 05:29PM

https://youtu.be/A-dowvpe3mQ

You could try this Ringke case. It's slim yet somewhat grippy. There are some other Ringke cases you could try also eg fusion x. These cases are rather lightweight at around 30 grammes odd. They also offer a decent level of protection for their size/weight.

At the same time buy the official Samsung 25W charger. You'll get super fast charging. It's a solid charger.

Buy both from Amazon Spain. Yes the charger will be 2 pin, but you can get a converter somewhere like Dealz for a couple of Euro. The charging doesn't get impacted with the converter either.

Charger should be a little under €10 from Amazon Spain or Italy. You'll pay€35+ for the 3 pin version.

The Ringke cases will be around €8 each.

Samsung S21 range launch january 14th.

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