Samsung Galaxy S4 thread - See Mod Warning in Post #1

Kenno90 wrote: »

This update never came for me . I'm with meteor, could that be the reason

According to SamMobile.com, Meteor have not released the latest update yet.

Their latest one is apparently I9505XXUAMDE released in April

http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/1/?model=GT-I9505&pcode=MET

madmoe wrote: »

Same here. I'm on Meteor as well mate and no update so far......

Would rooting the phone fix this problem. I was also looking at the Google play edition, I'm sure there is a ROM available to get that.

But i've no idea where to start with rooting

Apparently , the stock ROM will give 12GB of space on the phone rather than the 9 with Touch Wiz

OK, noob questions here, sorry if they cause offence but figured I'd ask... I am basically 90% decided on getting a Galaxy S4 this weekend. Have had iPhones for the last 4 years (3gs then 4s) but have no inclination to change to the iPhone 5 as it doesn't seem worth it to me. Agonised over the decision between the S4 and the HTC One, but have pretty much settled on the S4 now. So, my questions... Anyone using the S4 on O2, has the firmware update for the moving of apps to SD card come around yet?? It's the small capacity out of the box that had me dubious to start with, but SD card would alleviate any of those concerns.... As regards charging cables, I assume any generic non-union Mexican equivalent USB to mini USB cable would do the job for me?? Android will be basically a new experience for me having been indoctrinated into iOS for years, but I have used a bit of it on the OH's tablet & galaxy mini and it doesn't seem too complex, I'm actually looking forward to delving in to it, should I make sure to download Kies right off the bat so as to ease myself through the transition?? Battery life doesn't really seem too bad to me, my 4S barely gets a day out of a charge so I'd be used to having to plug in every evening anyway... Anyhow, sorry to ask the stupid questions, just doing final checks I suppose before I go ahead and make the switch, I have a natural aversion to major changes and like to make as sure as possible that I'm making a good move before pushing the button!!

@carmanard

I went from iphone 3G - 3GS - 4 - 5 and made the jump to a Galaxy S4. It's definitely worth the move.

Far better camera, better battery life, better screen, faster, better for customisation, all round I'm happier with it.
It will take you a few days to get used to it but after that there's no looking back.

Be waned re the cables though, my Samsung stock cable or my Kindle cable charge the phone at least 3 or 4 times faster than a generic micro usb cable. Have picked up an extra samsung one for the desk at work because of this.

projectgtr wrote: »

Thanks Fieldog , is this the full camera app? or just the gallery? been seriously missing the photosphere from my Galaxy Nexus, so much so i went back to my Nexus today

Do you need to be rooted to install the apk or just enable other sources?

Its the camera and the gallery app, no need for root. Works fine as far as I can tell, nice to have a clean camera interface without all that clutter Samsung puts in. Though I do imagine missing the video record button beside the shutter button.

actually just noticed the video is very choppy, tbh i just want it for the Photosphere so i dont mind at all

Doom wrote: »

Will you lose the ability to take photo's while taking a video....this is a big plus for me

Can they do that.... **Runs to get my S4**

lilybarlean wrote: »

I have an S4 clone so hoping the settings are the same! Under Settings, Notifications, Default Notification, you can set your own tone. However, this tone is used for both incoming e-mail and text messages. I don't want it for e-mail as I'm persecuted every time I get new mail :mad:. Is there any way of adjusting this? Can't do it from the settings screen. Is there a way around it?

You can change the GMail email notification in the app, I have the same notifications for all IMs and a different one for emails.

Jernal wrote: »

Anyone have tips on cleaning the touchscreen?

Bit of breath fog and the back of your t shirt works great for me

Herrick wrote: »

Mulling over getting an S4, would anyone know where would I get a simfree version cheapest online?

They are 531.91 Euro on amazon + 3.50 for parcel motel. Might be cheaper somewhere else, but if there's issue Amazon's customer care is top notch

brian ireland wrote: »

Just Got my Membership to the Club!! I can't post here now instead of lurking

Fantastic stuff!
Now, we just need you to send us your bank details, personal addresses, and PINs so we can, er, verify, your membership.