[Q] Problems with blue version? - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey, sorry if this question may have been asked before... but I heard a rumor that the pebble blue version of the gs3 sometimes has some problems that the white version doesn't...it's this true? Should I buy a white version from Verizon instead?
Thanks.
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MrJESUSatWork said:
Hey, sorry if this question may have been asked before... but I heard a rumor that the pebble blue version of the gs3 sometimes has some problems that the white version doesn't...it's this true? Should I buy a white version from Verizon instead?
Thanks.
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Yes this is true. The blue version has a reboot issue. Apparently the colour of the phone causes a kernel panic
Of course its not true.

MrJESUSatWork said:
Hey, sorry if this question may have been asked before... but I heard a rumor that the pebble blue version of the gs3 sometimes has some problems that the white version doesn't...it's this true? Should I buy a white version from Verizon instead?
Thanks.
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yeah mine started drinkin alcohol
man
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rootSU said:
Apparently the colour of the phone causes a kernel panic
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Yes, happens when the kernel can't work out if the phone is blue, grey or nearly- but-not- quite black, depending on lighting
Joking aside, OP I hope you are aware though that regardless of which colour you go for, Verizon models have a locked bootloader unless you buy a "developers edition" from Samsung. There's also a forum dedicated to the US variants of the S3 so you might want to have a look through that rather than the international forum in case there are specific issues with US models given that the hardware is different
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Some of the early blue ones (international version) had a quality problem with the paint finish.
For that reason, first deliveries of blue ones was delayed, because a load got sent back for rework on "quality" grounds.
That is probably why you have heard there might be an issue.
As far as I know, there is no technical difference. Buy whichever you like best!

Right, thanks. And I'm aware of the locked bootloader.. but I won't mind touchwiz for awhile
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Galaxy Note 2 in hand next Thurs

Not sure where to put this...but here we go.
As with past devices, including the s2 skyrocket, recent tabs and orig note, I will have the chance to see, touch and play with the Note 2 well before release. Specifically Thursday.
Just as I did with previous devices I wanted to get input on questions to ask etc.
This opportunity has nothing to do with my employment at Sprint. Any information obtained is obtained through relationships prior to and outside of my employment with Sprint.
Rules apply. Basically no pics (i have been known to break this rule)
Ask away
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What? :what:
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Will the US version have a quad core with 2 gigs of ram too? Possibly a picture to compare the 1 vs 2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1462622
Kind of like what i did there....
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What's the retail price looking like on this device?
Also is the u.s. version going to have physical buttons?
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I see a lot of complaints about the screen. I'm having a hard time believing that it will not look sharper than the current note. I want a good screen comparison please.
Thanks for this:
Battery life
How it compares to our Galaxy Note, displaying a movie side by side
Quadrant and antutu (just for fun)
When does it hit at&t (I know you work for Sprint)
Can I have one now please?
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00mred00 said:
Not sure where to put this...but here we go.
As with past devices, including the s2 skyrocket, recent tabs and orig note, I will have the chance to see, touch and play with the Note 2 well before release. Specifically Thursday.
Just as I did with previous devices I wanted to get input on questions to ask etc.
This opportunity has nothing to do with my employment at Sprint. Any information obtained is obtained through relationships prior to and outside of my employment with Sprint.
Rules apply. Basically no pics (i have been known to break this rule)
Ask away
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I remember you my friend you helped my decision to pick up my note lol I want to know if American testing has begun on any of the networks especially at&ts
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I'd like to know if they've fixed the black crush/clipping problem yet.
kornklown69 said:
I remember you my friend you helped my decision to pick up my note lol I want to know if American testing has begun on any of the networks especially at&ts
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Should know this week. Pretty sure they have already started or are starting soon.
bigmout said:
I'd like to know if they've fixed the black crush/clipping problem yet.
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Thank you for reminding me. I know I see it slightly on my s3, but it is much better
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bigmout said:
I'd like to know if they've fixed the black crush/clipping problem yet.
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What problem is this?
Your leak on the original Note was spot on, so I'm excited to see what you dig up, even if you don't get a chance to take pics. Plus, getting hands on this early is indicative that they're already in production, which looks like Samsung is going to go with a semi-simultaneous global launch like the gs3...good news for my buddy who is converting to android for the Note 2 from his iPhone.
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Will tmo.. carry it??
Looking for a way to get h+ speed if not...
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Can you check if Note2 has Smart Stay app lke the S3?
TheWalkingDead said:
What problem is this?
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Transition from black through grey is way off causing splotches in vids and pics.
Do search for more info. No reason to explain or discuss further here
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mazdamiata210 said:
Will the US version have a quad core with 2 gigs of ram too? Possibly a picture to compare the 1 vs 2
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+1
Plz plz OP get us this answers atleast.
So tempted to get exynos quad core as its better in GPU as well.
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here is a photo comparing Note and note2.
note2 with 5.5 inches looks smaller than note with 5.3!
not sure i really want note2 now but it' skinner so it' easier for the hand to hold?
http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-ii-vs-galaxy-note-i-specifications-war-29244574/
netnerd said:
here is a photo comparing Note and note2.
note2 with 5.5 inches looks smaller than note with 5.3!
not sure i really want note2 now but it' skinner so it' easier for the hand to hold?
http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-ii-vs-galaxy-note-i-specifications-war-29244574/
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Oh wow. The Note 2's screen is narrow in comparison. I don't like it.
It is a little smaller width wise. But I think it still looks damn sexy
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Lots of comparison pics out there already but i will try several phones side by side.
I would agree...top priority is processor
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Jelly bean is coming tomorrow

Android 4.1.2 starts rolling out to the Optimus G on 4/4/13.
Build number - JZO54K
Software version - E97020j
Kernel - 3.4.0
Baseband Version - APQ8064/MDM9x15M
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Source?
AT&T internal document.
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Pics or it didn't happen
No offense but we see these claims all the time
*checks calendar to see if it's still April 1st*
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gunnyman said:
Pics or it didn't happen
No offense but we see these claims all the time
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You'll just have to wait until tonight/tomorrow to see the roll out yourself or for someone else to post a picture.
I am a firm believer in the pics or it didn't happen rule but you can choose to believe me or not, but I'm not posting a picture someone else can do that especially with how they monitor us employees.
Also you may see posts like this all the time but they never include the baseband kernel software version or anything like that.
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bloodiedwraith said:
You'll just have to wait until tonight/tomorrow to see the roll out yourself or for someone else to post a picture.
I am a firm believer in the pics or it didn't happen rule but you can choose to believe me or not, but I'm not posting a picture someone else can do that especially with how they monitor us employees.
Also you may see posts like this all the time but they never include the baseband kernel software version or anything like that.
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Okay, saying this does happen....what's the over/under on how long it takes for people to complain that it's not 4.2.2? :silly:
One little question if I may...if you're an AT&T employee, how come your profile shows you as a Verizon user? Just curious...
Because I worked for Verizon and am grandfathered on unlimited data and they offer LTE in my area and AT&T won't until Q1 2014.
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Jank4AU said:
Okay, saying this does happen....what's the over/under on how long it takes for people to complain that it's not 4.2.2? :silly:
One little question if I may...if you're an AT&T employee, how come your profile shows you as a Verizon user? Just curious...
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You don't **** where you eat.. (as Jesse Pinkman says.)
Would be nice, but definitely not getting any kind of hopes up...
I have a good feeling about this post
It is about time for jelly bean to come out...
I trust you my man
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Wow. Only four months later than promised. AT&T is stepping it up!
Thanks for the info, bloodiedwraith. Your info sounds credible to me, and it's not like you have anything to gain by lying.
I just updated this morning, and am now sitting on 4.1.2. I'm on the West Coast, and on ATT.
IrateCustomer said:
I just updated this morning, and am now sitting on 4.1.2. I'm on the West Coast, and on ATT.
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screenshot por favor?
IrateCustomer said:
I just updated this morning, and am now sitting on 4.1.2. I'm on the West Coast, and on ATT.
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Proof or nothing
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Updated today... download was ~350 MB
Same here downloading now :000
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really good news......
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True that... I'm downloading as we speak. Some 345MB (if I saw that correctly).

Not receiving updates

Hey everyone. First time posting in note I forums. Only because I don't own one. But a friend does. Just wondering something on his behalf. He has att model note I. Still running gingerbread. Constantly checks for updates and always says his software Is up to date. Can someone enlighten me on the latest stock update for this device. He's running stock unrooted with no desire to root. Was just curious. Just whoever responds to this please quote me so I get a notification because I don't check these forums. Any ideas what he can do to receive an update if there is one?
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softballjunkee13 said:
Hey everyone. First time posting in note I forums. Only because I don't own one. But a friend does. Just wondering something on his behalf. He has att model note I. Still running gingerbread. Constantly checks for updates and always says his software Is up to date. Can someone enlighten me on the latest stock update for this device. He's running stock unrooted with no desire to root. Was just curious. Just whoever responds to this please quote me so I get a notification because I don't check these forums. Any ideas what he can do to receive an update if there is one?
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call the carrier.......they should be able to do it over phone. did wifes S3 that way
go onto Samsung website, register device and it will show available upgrades and provide files.......did my Note that way
no hitch, no glitch and no sweat and they are responsible if something goes wrong right?
don't know what carrier he has, but mine is AT&T and had no issues
Kies is another way of updating without trying to find a needle in a hay stack that is a rep that knows something other then what's written down for them
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Yeah the ICS update had yo be done with Kies. I couldn't do the update OTA so I called At&t and o was told that I had to do it with Kies.
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captemo said:
don't know what carrier he has, but mine is AT&T and had no issues
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Capt .... So disappointed ...you're slipping. Op states att.....smh .... I thought you were the reader .... Not a skimmer like me.
:sly: :banghead: :beer:
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Bubbajoe40356 said:
Capt .... So disappointed ...you're slipping. Op states att.....smh .... I thought you were the reader .... Not a skimmer like me.
:sly: :banghead: :beer:
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Smhis......BUBBA I did skim back to see if did tell carrier. I blame fact he did capitalize. Holding my head in such shame. I will go buy a bullet and rent a gun.
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captemo said:
Smhis......BUBBA I did skim back to see if did tell carrier. I blame fact he did capitalize. Holding my head in such shame. I will go buy a bullet and rent a gun.
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I really feel that killing someone for lack of capitalization of the carrier name is a bit extreme .. but if that gets you back to holding your head high .. I'll stand behind your decision.
Bubbajoe40356 said:
I really feel that killing someone for lack of capitalization of the carrier name is a bit extreme .. but if that gets you back to holding your head high .. I'll stand behind your decision.
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Really Bubbajoe?
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Bubbajoe40356 said:
I really feel that killing someone for lack of capitalization of the carrier name is a bit extreme .. but if that gets you back to holding your head high .. I'll stand behind your decision.
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Not for the OP BUBBA. I will off myself for not seeing he did post carrier. I didn't see it.
Would not the willingness to sacrifice ones self, elevate my status to one of eligibility into the family? If not, I shall suffer even more shame and have to hire someone to put a second bullet into my brainpan.
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This is getting a little morbid.
ProFresh4 said:
Really Bubbajoe?
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Yup. Call me old fashioned but I really think that's excessive.
captemo said:
Not for the OP BUBBA. I will off myself for not seeing he did post carrier. I didn't see it.
Would not the willingness to sacrifice ones self, elevate my status to one of eligibility into the family? If not, I shall suffer even more shame and have to hire someone to put a second bullet into my brainpan.
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No need. Your forgiven. I just couldn't resist.
rangercaptain said:
This is getting a little morbid.
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Yup. Back on topic. What waz it again?
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that's what I was thinking, wasn't there an issue someone was having??????
wonder if its fixed?
or did I miss that too?
Bubbajoe40356 said:
Yup. Call me old fashioned but I really think that's excessive.
No need. Your forgiven. I just couldn't resist.
Yup. Back on topic. What waz it again?
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*you're
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rquiett said:
*you're
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Swype likes your better. Who am I to argue?
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Warranty/Blue HTC One?

So AT&T said they'll give me a new phone due to some hardware problems on mine (gaps, dead pixels, etc) and I was wondering if they'll have a blue one.. ever.. Cause I have the black and they asked me which color I would like so.. I dunno I'm just hoping.
Cool story!
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I got the silver and I really want the black. How did u get them to ask which color
The warranty rep asked me lol
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Togadood said:
I got the silver and I really want the black. How did u get them to ask which color
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You produce words and tell them what color you want.
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megamaster2 said:
So AT&T said they'll give me a new phone due to some hardware problems on mine (gaps, dead pixels, etc) and I was wondering if they'll have a blue one.. ever.. Cause I have the black and they asked me which color I would like so.. I dunno I'm just hoping.
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I tried it they can only exchange for a like device or renew your contract and give you a new phone of your choice
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Android The Greek said:
I tried it they can only exchange for a like device or renew your contract and give you a new phone of your choice
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Well I know they give me a refurbished one but I'm just wondering if they have blue ones there
Only Verizon has the blue
They won't let you choose colors it's the same color you give them
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hapticxchaos said:
Only Verizon has the blue
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Incorrect, AT&T also has a blue one, i'm holding it in my hand, actually...but it's exclusive to Best Buy, so to answer your question OP....no, you'll never get a blue one
megamaster2 said:
So AT&T said they'll give me a new phone due to some hardware problems on mine (gaps, dead pixels, etc) and I was wondering if they'll have a blue one.. ever.. Cause I have the black and they asked me which color I would like so.. I dunno I'm just hoping.
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Let us know
They do not Just silver and black.

Official AT&T stock 4.3 performance thread

In anticipation of the official 4.3 release,I figured I would take the liberty to create this thread to discuss the overall performance of the release.
Sounds like someone wants to be Mr. Popular :laugh: I keed.
Lol! Not really just sitting here watching my saints take on the bears,and it seemed like a good thing to do.
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I'm actually curious how much different it's going to be from the 4.3 AT&T rom I have installed already. I was kind of bummed out when I flashed it and it didn't have the multiple users support that some have said it would have.
So am i! This is really the last stop before I root and modify.with the last update causing issues with obtaining s-off, I'm hoping for a more simplistic result from the update,but not counting on it?
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I could be wrong, but I believe multiple user support is tablet only.
The at&t release will not be anything significantly different than what is already available for the international versions/dev editions
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im hearing that the 4.3 for ATT is going live Tuesday night?
rahtrip said:
im hearing that the 4.3 for ATT is going live Tuesday night?
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Correct
at least according to the president of HTC :fingers-crossed: @jasonmackenzieHTC on Twitter
Yeah
rahtrip said:
im hearing that the 4.3 for ATT is going live Tuesday night?
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Can you provide the quote from MacKenzie? I thought he said sometime this week but didn't specify an exact day.
This doesn't relate to the 4.3 but I went to Bestbuy to check out the Note 3 and was very tempted to get it..but I noticed that the speaker sound quality was horrible. Maybe I'm spoiled with the front facing speakers on the One. I'm waiting for the One Max and from the pictures...It's huge. Hopefully I won't get tempted and jump on the Note 3 even though the speaker sucks.
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SKyRocKeting727 said:
Yeah
Can you provide the quote from MacKenzie? I thought he said sometime this week but didn't specify an exact day.
This doesn't relate to the 4.3 but I went to Bestbuy to check out the Note 3 and was very tempted to get it..but I noticed that the speaker sound quality was horrible. Maybe I'm spoiled with the front facing speakers on the One. I'm waiting for the One Max and from the pictures...It's huge. Hopefully I won't get tempted and jump on the Note 3 even though the speaker sucks.
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I'm under 10 posts so I can't hyperlink, but just copy and paste this. It should lead you to his tweet.
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https://twitter.com/JasonMacHTC/statuses/386985324921909248
Here you go.
https://twitter.com/JasonMacHTC/
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I am running the developer edition ROM wonder if I should load the firmware from the ATT edition and keep the developer ROM. Would that give me any performance boosts since Im on ATT
No
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No
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No what?
super80e said:
No what?
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The one major benefit is a new radio. There has to be. I was on the rooted stock version before the unofficial 4.3 rom and after taking that system update (which updated the LTE bands) my service was crap. I upgraded to the 4.3 update and LTE was improved AND the areas where there wasn't the best service.
Maybe someone can tell me if the dockbar icons are interchangeable,and if the bar is removable?
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rdub504 said:
Maybe someone can tell me if the dockbar icons are interchangeable,and if the bar is removable?
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The bar isn't removable on the version I have. But, you could always install a launcher, if you really want to.
The bar i can live with,but i would really like to mod the icons.
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