Hey guys I have looked for a forum for samsung's new entry level tablet Tab A7(2020) SM-T500 and cannot find one. This device released in september and is decent alternative to amazon's fire tablet line. It does have some software shortcomings and came here looking to see if there is any developers working on it and no luck finding any. Does anybody know of development on this tablet at this time?
I was looking for the same thing. If the tablet proves popular, and I think it will, then it’ll eventually get a section on XDA.
s-t500 root
What do we think are the odds of it being rootable? Is it just Verizon tablets (using a SM-T378V atm) that have issues with unlocking the bootloader? Is it just gonna be an issue of time since it was just released? I'm hoping that since it's Wi-Fi only it shouldn't have as many hoops to jump through. It's on sale at Wal-Mart atm for $170 atm so veryyy tempted to pull the trigger on upgrading
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What do we think are the odds of it being rootable? Is it just Verizon tablets (using a SM-T378V atm) that have issues with unlocking the bootloader? Is it just gonna be an issue of time since it was just released? I'm hoping that since it's Wi-Fi only it shouldn't have as many hoops to jump through. It's on sale at Wal-Mart atm for $170 atm so veryyy tempted to pull the trigger on upgrading
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Not sure about the Walmart model, but it's been rooted:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-a/how-to/guide-galaxy-tab-a7-10-4-unlock-t4185993
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Hi guys
any of you have the A7 2020 tab, i would need to know if it supports usb / midi connection
hi guys, the latest update reduced the speaker sound? I remember previously I only open like 30% of the vol is loud enough... now I open till 50% only it loud like 30%.. I am on dolby all time.. owned this tablet for 2 months..
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any of you have the A7 2020 tab, i would need to know if it supports usb / midi connection
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Yes. A7 have OTG.
My model is T505.
Another vote for a dedicated A7 forum. I just got mine, unlocked it, and rooted it. I'd like to have a section to watch for new threads related to this tablet.
Why Tab A7 is the only tablet not getting Android 11 or LineageOS 18.1 ???????
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Why Tab A7 is the only tablet not getting Android 11 or LineageOS 18.1 ???????
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this! need a replacement for my ailing and slowing but beloved nexus 7. if there were a degoogled rom for this device it would be perfect!
hope some interest develops in this hardware so this happens
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Why Tab A7 is the only tablet not getting Android 11 or LineageOS 18.1 ???????
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It does have Android 11 now I just bought mine a few days ago and I had a crap ton of updates including Android 11 within that update and security patch for September
Be great if the Galaxy Tab A7 had a dedicated forum.
I've noticed this issue with the latest update from Samsung..
Since only recently updating to the latest software for this tablet I've encountered charging issues.
I've been charging the device using the standard cable it came with and instead of the tiny 1.5 Amp charger I've been using a 3.2 Amp which has worked fine until the update.
Since the update the tablet hardly charges at all.
After a full night on charge the device increases 15% battery life!
The tablet will also now NOT CHARGE when it is switched off!
I've noticed since the update the "fast charge" selection within the settings is permanently on and can't be turned off.
I've also noticed that if I use a 45 watt charger and cable for a laptop the device charges extremely fast while either on or off, however I don't have this charger or cable easily available simply to charge the tablet.
I mainly use this device in remote areas where fast charging isn't available and only standard chargers are available.
It would appear Samsung are forcing people to upgrade their entire charging network for 1 device that actually used to work perfectly prior to the update.
Can Samsung please undo this update that now makes standard charging unavailable to us mere mortals.
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I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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No one?!
Do you also want to use it in long trips or for GPS? If then the extra battery capacity from the galaxy player 5 suits the needs. Because honestly all of the following works perfectly well for a VOIP. Also if you are looking for development support from XDA you might consider the galaxy s. I would personally get the galaxy s because of the better custom roms and the capability of using a backup battery, which a player 5 cannot do
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Hi,
I have a Tmobile HD7 windows phone also that has GREAT GPS. I found a couple Samsung Capitivate and Fascinates for around 50-60.... yeah I'm tempted for them cuz ill probably be tethering it.... the main thing is that the player 5 has the big screen haha.... yeah but im leaning towards a used Galaxy S.
Thanks!
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Do you also want to use it in long trips or for GPS? If then the extra battery capacity from the galaxy player 5 suits the needs. Because honestly all of the following works perfectly well for a VOIP. Also if you are looking for development support from XDA you might consider the galaxy s. I would personally get the galaxy s because of the better custom roms and the capability of using a backup battery, which a player 5 cannot do
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gashin said:
I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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The Galaxy Player 4.0 is based on the Galaxy S1 so I'd go with the S1 because there are way more devs for it. Spec vs Spec the only thing in favor of the GP 4.0 is that it has duel stereo speakers and that's about it lol. The S1 has a much better screen and better camera. Now the 5.0 is a little different. It has of course the Screen Size, LED Flash, and a much bigger battery. Also it has a bit more devs, however it's screen is actually worse than the 4.0's and it uses a Yamaha DAC so it's sound quality isn't as nice as the GP4.0/S1 (whom use the same DAC). So like I said go for the S1 and be careful shopping on craiglist.
5.0 is worth it with reservations - old rom and no updates
gashin said:
I am looking for a device mainly as a VOIP device. I can get a Galaxy samsung S for around 70-100 around here average from craigslist but was also considering a player 4.0 or 5.0 - problem is the 4.0s go for a little bit more (right now I have a guy willing sell me his mint one for $85). However, I've seen the 5.0 for around 120-150 refurbished or like new used and really like 5" screen. What would you guys do?
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hi
I've already bought a 5.0 from new and overall I'm reasonably impressed. It's a good vivid player with all the flexibility of Android to boot and a microSD card slot!.
I decided to purchase a separate music device rather than run my phone that way to avoid running my battery down...
However I would warn you that for the UK version that I bought, it seems to be stuck running Android 2.2.2 with no sign of an update any time this century. It's starting to be restrictive with regards to apps. Furthermore although some will tell you "just root it and update the rom"...I've yet to see a simple (for a noob) rooting process and set of roots that would at least match the stability of the stock version for the 5.0/4.0.
I've searched the fora and there's a lot of info to digest....
Did you try superoneclick?
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Just some food for thought. I noticed that the Galaxy Player line is no longer available to buy, brand new, from Amazon (only third party sellers) and that Best Buy shows any of the players as "not available for shipping". I was curious what was going on and begin to find that it is possible the Galaxy Player line is being entirely discontinued. I hated to hear this, but think it is important to keep in mind as Dev support could become continuously smaller - it isn't large by any means at the moment.
If you are okay with the possibility of no support outside of forums, I would say to go for it. They are great devices as media players and even a type of 'wifi only' phone. Good luck with your decision!
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Hi,
I have a Tmobile HD7 windows phone also that has GREAT GPS. I found a couple Samsung Capitivate and Fascinates for around 50-60.... yeah I'm tempted for them cuz ill probably be tethering it.... the main thing is that the player 5 has the big screen haha.... yeah but im leaning towards a used Galaxy S.
Thanks!
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Good choice you should be careful buying a used galaxy though. They are notorious for the power button breaking. There's a workaround however by installing an app where you can turn it on with a volume button.
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I've just bought a 5.0 (typing from it now) and because I'm in the UK it came with 2.2.2 and I can't update to gingerbread automatically, everything is working fine is there any significant changes updating to gingerbread?
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I've just bought a 5.0 (typing from it now) and because I'm in the UK it came with 2.2.2 and I can't update to gingerbread automatically, everything is working fine is there any significant changes updating to gingerbread?
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don't you have to update via Kies Mini?
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Luna_Sky said:
Just some food for thought. I noticed that the Galaxy Player line is no longer available to buy, brand new, from Amazon (only third party sellers) and that Best Buy shows any of the players as "not available for shipping". I was curious what was going on and begin to find that it is possible the Galaxy Player line is being entirely discontinued. I hated to hear this, but think it is important to keep in mind as Dev support could become continuously smaller - it isn't large by any means at the moment.
If you are okay with the possibility of no support outside of forums, I would say to go for it. They are great devices as media players and even a type of 'wifi only' phone. Good luck with your decision!
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They are still available on Amazon UK:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb...alaxy+player&rh=i:aps,k:samsung+galaxy+player
I looked up kies mini and it seems they are device specific, I've installed kies regular and it says I'm on the latest firmware already.
I know I could try updating to 2.3 with Odin, and from what I understand that would be to the stock 2.3.5 that the US 5.0 Wi-Fi comes with. This is how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EYjIyVXRGM
I just don't know if it might break something, is there a big improvement to updating to gingerbread? Like how is the performance?
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I looked up kies mini and it seems they are device specific, I've installed kies regular and it says I'm on the latest firmware already.
I know I could try updating to 2.3 with Odin, and from what I understand that would be to the stock 2.3.5 that the US 5.0 Wi-Fi comes with. This is how: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EYjIyVXRGM
I just don't know if it might break something, is there a big improvement to updating to gingerbread? Like how is the performance?
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uninstall Kies regular and try Kies mini. mini upgrades basically all the galaxy s products so it's safe to assume that it would work on the gp. plus it was mentioned by Samsung themselves in order to upgrade the galaxy players.
gingerbread is not exactly a huge improvement in terms of performance, but it gets way better app compatibility. for example you don't need to root your gp if you want to use the power button alternative if the button ever breaks. and it's a more appealing to the buyer's eyes.
um... that's all the differences I know of
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uninstall Kies regular and try Kies mini. mini upgrades basically all the galaxy s products so it's safe to assume that it would work on the gp. plus it was mentioned by Samsung themselves in order to upgrade the galaxy players.
gingerbread is not exactly a huge improvement in terms of performance, but it gets way better app compatibility. for example you don't need to root your gp if you want to use the power button alternative if the button ever breaks. and it's a more appealing to the buyer's eyes.
um... that's all the differences I know of
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I've just given it a go and kies mini isn't recognizing the device, if I connect it in mass storage mode it tells me to reconnect in kies mode, when I do that it just sits there completely unaware I have even plugged it in, while the computer makes the 'connect' sound followed shortly afterwards by the 'disconnect' sound.
Thanks for your help anyway :thumbup:
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I've just given it a go and kies mini isn't recognizing the device, if I connect it in mass storage mode it tells me to reconnect in kies mode, when I do that it just sits there completely unaware I have even plugged it in, while the computer makes the 'connect' sound followed shortly afterwards by the 'disconnect' sound.
Thanks for your help anyway :thumbup:
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Ok. Well.......I might be beating a dead horse or something right now, but did you try installing the separate samsung drivers as well? They are on the Samsung website. Haha....I feel so nosy..
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I ended up getting a mint Droid X for $45 after flashing ICS I was really satisfied with it as it seemed just as fast as my old G2x (that I killed trying to fix - so many probs and bad battery life)... however while battery life was decent 6 hours screen time, I decided to try a GB rom and its at 49% after 10 hours of almost continuous usage.... the phone, while not as powerful as the latest dual cores or even the galaxy S is very smooth and fits my needs... highly recommend anyone who is in my shoes to check out used phones to use as a VOIP cuz there's really good devices/deals out there!
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Ok. Well.......I might be beating a dead horse or something right now, but did you try installing the separate samsung drivers as well? They are on the Samsung website. Haha....I feel so nosy..
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In the menu of kies mini was an option to reinstall drivers I tried that but after leaving it for 20min at least it was still at 0% so I canceled it. Are the drivers on the Samsung website different? When I look at the support section for the YP-G70 it doesn't give any drivers.
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In the menu of kies mini was an option to reinstall drivers I tried that but after leaving it for 20min at least it was still at 0% so I canceled it. Are the drivers on the Samsung website different? When I look at the support section for the YP-G70 it doesn't give any drivers.
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Well that was what I did. It worked for me
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I've already bought a 5.0 from new and overall I'm reasonably impressed. It's a good vivid player with all the flexibility of Android to boot and a microSD card slot!.
I decided to purchase a separate music device rather than run my phone that way to avoid running my battery down...
However I would warn you that for the UK version that I bought, it seems to be stuck running Android 2.2.2 with no sign of an update any time this century. It's starting to be restrictive with regards to apps. Furthermore although some will tell you "just root it and update the rom"...I've yet to see a simple (for a noob) rooting process and set of roots that would at least match the stability of the stock version for the 5.0/4.0.
I've searched the fora and there's a lot of info to digest....
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If you want stable look for custom roms that are based off of stock, like Chip v1.5. These ones provide mostly, if not, all the features that are available for the default rom and provide extra features. Check this out for more details. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1720457
I'm new to this and don't know the proper forum to ask about updates. Google seems to be releasing monthly software updates to address software vulnerabilities. (This is a GOOD thing.) They, of course, release only for Nexus devices.
With my Verizon Android phone, I understand (and am unhappy) that there are precious few updates, unless of course they in some way benefit Verizon. The phone remains on 4.4 a full year after Lollipop came out, and there are vulnerabilities over a year old that are not being fixed.
Frustrated that my Galaxy Tab 10.1 languished on Honeycomb, I rooted and installed the AOSP ROM by decatf. Except for the Amazon Kindle App and some video weirdness, all the apps I use seem happy. My question is, "is it correct to assume that the ONLY way my tablet will get security updates is if decatf decides to recompile his custom ROM and make it available?" (That seems unlikely, unless he personally owns and uses one of these old Galaxy Tabs.)
I am thrilled to have new life in my old Tab, and happy decatf is so generous with his time and effort. In addition, a case can be made that my Tab on this 5.1.1 ROM is more up to date (and secure) than more modern tablets which are not being updated by their manufacturers. In other words, buying a new Android tablet may be less secure than this one where the ROM was built from 5.1.1 in Nov of 2015.
Do I understand the situation correctly?
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I am thrilled to have new life in my old Tab, and happy decatf is so generous with his time and effort. In addition, a case can be made that my Tab on this 5.1.1 ROM is more up to date (and secure) than more modern tablets which are not being updated by their manufacturers. In other words, buying a new Android tablet may be less secure than this one where the ROM was built from 5.1.1 in Nov of 2015.
Do I understand the situation correctly?
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For me it seems so as well.
My wife got from our internet phone carrier last year (thankfully with no cost) a LG Homeboy tablet (LG-V507L) that is stuck with android 4.2.2.
Thanks to decatf, our old Galaxy tab 10.1 (a korean tablet converted to the international model) has seen new life since christmas '2015, even with AOSP 6. So, really, buying a new tablet today is out of question for us.
Hey XDA! I just wanted to ask if the s3 will get android P? Oreo will be ready in summer for it. Samsung release 2 major android version for their tablets.
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Hey XDA! I just wanted to ask if the s3 will get android P? Oreo will be ready in summer for it. Samsung release 2 major android version for their tablets.
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The Tab S got Lollipop and Marshmallow, the Tab Pro didn't get a single update and got stuck on Kitkat.
In short: I don't think anybody has the answer to your question.
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Hey XDA! I just wanted to ask if the s3 will get android P? Oreo will be ready in summer for it. Samsung release 2 major android version for their tablets.
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See the guides, news, and discussion sub forum. Seems it's coming.
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Well, considering that we are still waiting for Oreo, if the S3 does get Android P, it would likely only arrive around mid 2019.
Would you be happy to wait that long? I wouldn't.
Having had my S3 since June 2017, I will most likely have moved on to another tablet by that time. (due to battery and performance issues that are likely to crop up as the tablet ages)
I'm keeping an eye on the tablet market as it seems likely that we will see a high-end Chrome tablet sometime in 2018, which in my opinion would likely be a better alternative to an Android P tablet.
I dont think so...
Google is ditching support for tablets from android P and up so if we get a update most likely we will get a Chrome OS update or a very very slim chance of Tizen but most likly samsung will just leave it as it is. Sometimes i wish samsung did not use Android anymore it is causing then sooooo many problems
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Google is ditching support for tablets from android P and up so if we get a update most likely we will get a Chrome OS update or a very very slim chance of Tizen but most likly samsung will just leave it as it is. Sometimes i wish samsung did not use Android anymore it is causing then sooooo many problems
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Google is ditching its tablets not support for tablets.
Incorrect info.
No reason why Samsung won't continue to produce tablets and update the software for them as long as there is profit in the market. Probably even more so now Google have dropped its own tablets
Google only provide the base source code of each OS, it's up to the OEM's to tailor it to their needs.
Also just to note, historically higher end Samsung devices get 2 major updates.
Seeing as this device was released with Nougat, it's quite likely to receive one more update to Andoid P after receiving Oreo.
Hi guys
What did you think about android pie update? we'll get it or not?
Don't know. But with all the problems on the Pixel platform (v1 and v2) I would not go for the upgrade. While there isn't much activity on xda so check out the google forums https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/phone-by-google
In my experience my Pixel XL microphone stopped functioning the day after the v9 update. I went through troubleshooting with Google and could not get it to work in safe mode nor after a factory reset. Luckily I purchased the extended warranty so they shipped out a new phone overnight. The replacement phone did update to v9 but I did not let it re-install all my apps from a backup. I then did a factory reset and reinstalled the apps and the phone seems to be stable now.
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Don't know. But with all the problems on the Pixel platform (v1 and v2) I would not go for the upgrade. While there isn't much activity on xda so check out the google forums https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/phone-by-google
In my experience my Pixel XL microphone stopped functioning the day after the v9 update. I went through troubleshooting with Google and could not get it to work in safe mode nor after a factory reset. Luckily I purchased the extended warranty so they shipped out a new phone overnight. The replacement phone did update to v9 but I did not let it re-install all my apps from a backup. I then did a factory reset and reinstalled the apps and the phone seems to be stable now.
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This is only pixel or general problem with pie?
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This is only pixel or general problem with pie?
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Don't know. Pixels were the first to get the Pie update for those of us on Project Fi and some of the other carriers seeing they are Google produced phones. I guess we'll see as the update broadens out beyond the Google phones to other platforms. Note this has affected both v1 and v2 Pixels. So I'd be surprised if it is something specific to Pixel. We'll just have to wait and see as more manufacturers roll out Pie.
It does appear that doing a factory reset after the install does resolve any issues. Unclear why this would be necessary. But the refurbished Pixel XL I received is running on Pie as good as the 8.1 Oreo I was running before on the original phone. Might be worth waiting until 9.1 is released until they work out all the bugs. Why did I upgrade the refurbished Pixel XL? Because once it did the backup to Google I could not downgrade my Pixel XL. Otherwise I'd have had to start from scratch reinstalling all the applications. By upgrading it to Pie I was able to have Google simply restore all the apps. Though I had to re-login to all the apps which was a real PITA but that is part of moving to a new phone.
My wife's Pixel has alerted her to the Pie update and she has prevented it from installing. While we do have a backup Moto G6 seems to be a waste of money to upgrade to Pie as I had to pay the $99 deductible on the extended warranty to get my Pixel XL replaced. Hopefully now I'm good for at least another 18 months before I need to purchase a new phone. These Pixels were pretty expensive.
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What did you think about android pie update? we'll get it or not?
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It has been the experience with the S1 and S2 that Samsung would provide updates to the major releases of Android that came out within two years from the date of release of the tablet, however possibly with major delays. For example, it took Samsung something like one year and a few months (since Marshmallow was announced) to release the Marshmallow update for the S1, so beware.
I don't think we get Pie as neither Samsung or the community cares about the tab s3, this is a ghost device!
But we will get it.. 2 major updates that is Samsung's policy
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But we will get it.. 2 major updates that is Samsung's policy
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I hope you are right.
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Pixel XL? Because once it did the backup to Google I could not downgrade my Pixel XL. Otherwise I'd have had to start from scratch reinstalling all the applications. By upgrading it to Pie I was able to have Google simply restore all the apps. Though I had to re-login to all the apps which was a real PITA but that is part of moving to a new phone.
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Helloooo do you know about titanium, and recovery backup. This is a total mess to rely on google backup as only thing. Just don't tell me pls that you are a senior member on xda and don't have root nor recovery
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Helloooo do you know about titanium, and recovery backup. This is a total mess to rely on google backup as only thing. Just don't tell me pls that you are a senior member on xda and don't have root nor recovery
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Yes, I'm a senior member and do not have root. I don't root anymore as I don't need to.
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It all depends on the sales volume for the Tab S3. If the release of the Tab S4 leads to certain price reductions and the Tab S3 becomes more popular, then, yes, it is quite possible that it may be upgraded to Android Pie. Otherwise, I do not really believe that this is really going to happen. Unfortunately, Samsung has dramatically overpriced the Tab S4 and it may not feel the "necessity" of price reductions for the S3. Who knows!! Let's wait and see.
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I have just checked with Samsung. They have lowered the S3 price by $100. It now retails for $449.
According this german website samsung is really planning to release android pie for tab s3
https://www.google.de/amp/s/amp.net...an/android-9-pie-geraete-erhalten-update.html
Guys, should i buy a 32GB LTE TAB S3 for 300Eur, or a 64GB LTE TAB S4 for 520Eur . I want it for my mother, she is browsing the web in bed on her smartphone a lot, a tablet would be better for her
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Guys, should i buy a 32GB LTE TAB S3 for 300Eur, or a 64GB LTE TAB S4 for 520Eur . I want it for my mother, she is browsing the web in bed on her smartphone a lot, a tablet would be better for her
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For the purpose described, the Tab S3 is the smarter buy. Really, you would get very little for the additional money. I am not sure that your mom would have any use for Dex (and frankly, I do not have such use either).
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Stogie87 said:
According this german website samsung is really planning to release android pie for tab s3
https://www.google.de/amp/s/amp.net...an/android-9-pie-geraete-erhalten-update.html
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Considering that Samsung has not discontinued the Tab S3 and that it is still actively selling it as a lower cost alternative to the S4, I think that it would be proper to provide an Android 9 upgrade, considering that many are actually just now buying the device.
Stogie87 said:
According this german website samsung is really planning to release android pie for tab s3
https://www.google.de/amp/s/amp.net...an/android-9-pie-geraete-erhalten-update.html
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The most recent update to this info is 2017
https://www.xda-developers.com/samsung-galaxy-s8-note-8-android-pie-one-ui-update-roadmap/
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7:
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3: Aug 2019
How do you feel about your A53s 5G? Anything in this article ring true for you?
Is Samsung messing up the Galaxy A52s to sell the Galaxy A53?
Samsung is doing a pretty stellar job with its firmware updates lately. Then again, nothing is perfect. And although the ...
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I received March security update on March 14th on my A52s. I see no performance, battery or any other issues.
Anyway if Samsung messed with software on purpose i doubt all those users would go and buy newer Samsung phone again. It's a reach..
A52s is a better device anyway with 778G instead of that Exynos. And it has 3.5mm jack.
Well,my a52 became laggy.Don't know is it because of samsung updates or intalled/uninstalled apps during time or some google bul***** but it happened with every midrange I bought in the past...
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Well,my a52 became laggy.Don't know is it because of samsung updates or intalled/uninstalled apps during time or some google bul***** but it happened with every midrange I bought in the past...
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Well A52 has way slower CPU and i would advise against updating to newer Android on midrange phones anyway. Updating definitely does slow down phones, but it's not like Samsung is doing it on purpose..
Xiaomi for example isn't updating mid range phones to android 12, but instead offering new MIUI 13 coupled with Android 11. Samsung should start doing something like this.
Similar is with Windows i have couple of older machines that work great on 7, fast and snappy, but on 10 or 11 are just unusable.
I have a52s,my mistake I hope that one ui 4.1 will improve laggy animations and won't update my phone anymore...I have one question,is it possible to downgrade android and oneui to a11 and latest version of one ui 3 before a12?I have flashed via Odin last time I had Samsung but that was 5-6 years ago when I had a5...
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I have a52s,my mistake I hope that one ui 4.1 will improve laggy animations and won't update my phone anymore...I have one question,is it possible to downgrade android and oneui to a11 and latest version of one ui 3 before a12?I have flashed via Odin last time I had Samsung but that was 5-6 years ago when I had a5...
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Then i don't know i honestly don't have a problem. Did you try clearing cache from recovery, that's something i usually do every time i do a major update to newer version.
I believe it's possible to downgrade with Odin yes. Tutorial
When i bought A52s i instantly got the oneui 4 update and updated so i really can't compare it if it would work faster on oneui 3.
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Look like this article is outdated (can't see when it was written) as I got Android 12 with March security update and no issue at all for what I know and feel...
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How could you miss it? It was written yesterday. You can see it below the writer name near the picture
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How could you miss it? It was written yesterday. You can see it below the writer name near the picture
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It was updated yesterday, article is older, from 3-4 weeks ago if i remember correctly..
EDIT: now it seems they merged it into a new article..
Gaga Kanasta said:
I have a52s,my mistake I hope that one ui 4.1 will improve laggy animations and won't update my phone anymore...I have one question,is it possible to downgrade android and oneui to a11 and latest version of one ui 3 before a12?I have flashed via Odin last time I had Samsung but that was 5-6 years ago when I had a5...
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I patched the ap tar from the last 11 A528B firmware. Did an install of the patched ap, cp, bl, and the csc tar not home one. Presto i had 11 on phone rooted. Used zygisk and safety fix 2.2.1 and lposed zygisk and all is good. Firefds R and GravityBox R working great....so yes you can go back to 11 and I am fine with the dec security patch.
bobfrantic said:
How do you feel about your A53s 5G? Anything in this article ring true for you?
Is Samsung messing up the Galaxy A52s to sell the Galaxy A53?
Samsung is doing a pretty stellar job with its firmware updates lately. Then again, nothing is perfect. And although the ...
www.sammobile.com
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Did Apple not get sued, for doing something like this.. They made the phones batteries go south, just so people would buy a new one.. I'm planning dumping this phone by the end of next month.. I'm not sure what I'm getting but it will not be a A53.
doubledragon5 said:
Did Apple not get sued, for doing something like this.. They made the phones batteries go south, just so people would buy a new one.. I'm planning dumping this phone by the end of next month.. I'm not sure what I'm getting but it will not be a A53.
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Not exactly like that:
Apple temporarily drops price of iPhone battery replacement, promises iOS update to address battery health in new apology
Apple today published an open letter on its website apologizing for how it handled performance on iPhones with older batteries,...
9to5mac.com
in the end OneUI is just android and we know android updates are always a joke, see Pixel 6/Pro, Oxygen/ColorOS, MIUI and etc...
I've had no significant issues with my A52s after any of the updates, just the odd bug/glitch. I wonder how much of this is down to individual apps not behaving nicely with the update, giving the impression that the problem is with Samsung's software.