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When I was using my phone today, I noticed that a long press on the power button was shutting down the phone instead of bringing up the menu. Then, I realized that I had also lost my lock screen, which I really hadn't noticed because I don't use the pattern lock. Turns out, even if I enabled the pattern lock, password, or PIN, using the power button still took the phone straight into the home screen.
I don't know if it was an bug in a random app, malware, or what... I spent a lot of time searching for an answer on what might have caused it, but didn't find anything really helpful. I started deleting all my recent apps, but couldn't get the lock screen back, so I ended up restoring the phone to factory settings and starting from scratch.
The only reason I'm posting about it is that I'm not entirely sure what caused it... I'm debating the possibility that it could it could be a touchwiz bug. Anyone else ever run into this?
KLR Rico said:
When I was using my phone today, I noticed that a long press on the power button was shutting down the phone instead of bringing up the menu. Then, I realized that I had also lost my lock screen, which I really hadn't noticed because I don't use the pattern lock. Turns out, even if I enabled the pattern lock, password, or PIN, using the power button still took the phone straight into the home screen.
I don't know if it was an bug in a random app, malware, or what... I spent a lot of time searching for an answer on what might have caused it, but didn't find anything really helpful. I started deleting all my recent apps, but couldn't get the lock screen back, so I ended up restoring the phone to factory settings and starting from scratch.
The only reason I'm posting about it is that I'm not entirely sure what caused it... I'm debating the possibility that it could it could be a touchwiz bug. Anyone else ever run into this?
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Yes, its a known bug. I just ran into the bug today and I refuse to do a factory reset to fix the issue since its just gonna happen again. Samsung should be able to fix it with a simple software update.
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OuncE718 said:
Yes, its a known bug. I just ran into the bug today and I refuse to do a factory reset to fix the issue since its just gonna happen again. Samsung should be able to fix it with a simple software update.
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Does a reboot fix it?
kenvan19 said:
Does a reboot fix it?
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No, so far the only way known to temporarily fix the issue is to do a master reset.
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OuncE718 said:
No, so far the only way known to temporarily fix the issue is to do a master reset.
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Heh, thats a rather unhappy solution...
OuncE718 said:
Yes, its a known bug. I just ran into the bug today and I refuse to do a factory reset to fix the issue since its just gonna happen again. Samsung should be able to fix it with a simple software update.
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Ah, that would explain it... I was tearing out my hair trying to figure out what I had done. Funny thing is, I don't even *like* having a lock screen. I was just bothered by the fact something was wrong...
How did you find out that it's a known bug? I must have been phrasing my search poorly, because I couldn't find squat about the issue.
Still, whether I like the screen lock or not, I think this is a pretty decent security bug, considering it removes the ability to lock the phone...
KLR Rico said:
Ah, that would explain it... I was tearing out my hair trying to figure out what I had done. Funny thing is, I don't even *like* having a lock screen. I was just bothered by the fact something was wrong...
How did you find out that it's a known bug? I must have been phrasing my search poorly, because I couldn't find squat about the issue.
Still, whether I like the screen lock or not, I think this is a pretty decent security bug, considering it removes the ability to lock the phone...
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I know because I seen it under "list of known issues". If you scroll down a few post you'll find it. The downside to not having a lockscreen is that if you receive a text message your phone will automatically unlock and you may accidentally dial someone if the phone is in your pocket.
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kenvan19 said:
Heh, thats a rather unhappy solution...
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Yeah, unfortunately. I take it you went with GS2 instead or you're still debating?
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FOR THOSE OF YOU WITH THE LOCKSCREEN ISSUE I ADVISE USING A 3RD PARTY LOCKSCREEN. I AM CURRENTLY USING "AGILE LOCKSCREEN" (WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ANDROID MARKET). I AM USING THE PRO VERSION, BUT THE FREE ONE WILL DO THE JOB ALSO.
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Mine's gone too.... Now that we have root I've a nandroid backup which I believe still had the lockscreen and will try restoring from that. If that doesn't work then I guess I'll do a master reset and restore from Titanium Backup. Hopefully Clockwork Recovery will survive the master reset...
I thought that was just me yesterday so I did a master reset
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FOR THOSE OF YOU WITH THE LOCKSCREEN ISSUE I ADVISE USING A 3RD PARTY LOCKSCREEN. I AM CURRENTLY USING "AGILE LOCKSCREEN" (WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ANDROID MARKET). I AM USING THE PRO VERSION, BUT THE FREE ONE WILL DO THE JOB ALSO.
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I was thinking the complete opposite. I installed ripple lock and that's when i started having the problem. Uninstalling didn't help. As soon as i uninstalled and a factory reset, haven't had any issues since.
Maybe just coincidence
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I just reset stock lockscreen clear cache and voilla lockscreen back
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Babyj303 said:
I just reset stock lockscreen clear cache and voilla lockscreen back
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For real??? I rather go back with stock vs 3rd party. Thanks for sharing. I will do that right now.
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smellmyfingers said:
I was thinking the complete opposite. I installed ripple lock and that's when i started having the problem. Uninstalling didn't help. As soon as i uninstalled and a factory reset, haven't had any issues since.
Maybe just coincidence
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No, its definitely a software bug. I don't advise doing a master reset because the issue will continue to happen.
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For people having issues of making calls/etc. when the screen unlocks:
Just put the phone in your pocket with the screen facing AWAY from your body.
I had this happen immediately after using the *#0*# test screen, I'm blaming that
Babyj303 said:
I just reset stock lockscreen clear cache and voilla lockscreen back
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this sounds like a bug
it shouldn't need that, as in the lock screen shouldn't even dissapear
i'll suggest everyone experiencing this bug to report it directly to samsung, so they can fix it
usernotfound said:
I had this happen immediately after using the *#0*# test screen, I'm blaming that
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Hmmm... I was playing with that too!
Hmmm... +2 for the system test screen prior to listing the look screen...
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I experienced the problem of no data connection after flashing a new rom on my Optimus G. The phone needs to be reprogrammed, updating your PRL and Profile will NOT help. You must dial ##72786# this will start the handsfree activation and your phone will reboot a few times. It may take a few seconds in between steps of the activation and it will seem like nothing is happening. Just be patient and wait for everything to complete. When it is finished your phone's data connection will be working properly.
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I experienced the problem of no data connection after flashing a new rom on my Optimus G. The phone needs to be reprogrammed, updating your PRL and Profile will NOT help. You must dial ##72786# this will start the handsfree activation and your phone will reboot a few times. It may take a few seconds in between steps of the activation and it will seem like nothing is happening. Just be patient and wait for everything to complete. When it is finished your phone's data connection will be working properly.
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Profile update worked everytime for me.
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eyeisdasteve said:
Profile update worked everytime for me.
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Works everytime for me also.
Never worked for me lol idk why
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Works everytime for me also.
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Me as well lol
Sometimes just profile works, other times I have to do both
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skullzaflare said:
Me as well lol
Sometimes just profile works, other times I have to do both
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Same
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Some history,
I've been running Imperium and stockishv1 and v2 for a few days. I've made a couple backups along the way. About an hour ago I lost data. The phone works and makes calls, but my data is dead.
I've tried update profile and prl, and all I get is" Network error" I've tried this many times throughout all these steps.
I've restored backups, pre-Imperium and Stockishv1 with the same results.
I tried the procedure in this thread and still nothing.
Anybody have any other ideas? Would LGNPST restore the phones modem?
You guys need to read this. I am going to open an LGOG Issues thread but need to grab some food first.
Lokifish Marz said:
You guys need to read this. I am going to open an LGOG Issues thread but need to grab some food first.
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I did, and responded in your ROM thread. Thanks
edit: Now all of a sudden data is working. BTW when my data wasn't working it still showed a flashing 3G. Sometimes. Both arrows on and off
edit 2: Also when data wasn't working, It kept wanting to roam.
saw the same thing on stock as well
engine95 said:
I did, and responded in your ROM thread. Thanks
edit: Now all of a sudden data is working. BTW when my data wasn't working it still showed a flashing 3G. Sometimes. Both arrows on and off
edit 2: Also when data wasn't working, It kept wanting to roam.
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More than likely your area no? Sprints been working on towers
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Related:
I killed the connection optimizer while I was at work because I can't use work's wifi and listen to my icecast station I setup.
This killed my data connection and immediately put my phone into roaming. I rebooted like three times and finally my data came back (i also updated the PRL and the Profile, not sure which fixed it but something did)
From the things you guys speak of, I would guess the same issue is at hand.
ALSO: Stock rooted rom (non-deodex pure stock with bloatware frozen with titanium)
genaro12543 said:
More than likely your area no? Sprints been working on towers
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I thought that, but my daughters phone was fine.
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reopened the issues thread
No Data Connection
I'm pretty new here and I"m not sure where else to post this,
but I"m having a similar problem.
I am running CloudyG3 rom on Verizon LGG2 and after flash I have no data connection at all.
If anyone could help me or direct to somewhere where I can get help, I'd appreciate it. Thanks
Klyy said:
I'm pretty new here and I"m not sure where else to post this,
but I"m having a similar problem.
I am running CloudyG3 rom on Verizon LGG2 and after flash I have no data connection at all.
If anyone could help me or direct to somewhere where I can get help, I'd appreciate it. Thanks
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Try the G2 thread, I'm sure if you post in the exact same section over there you might have better results. General answer is that it is probably APN settings. Find an app, enter them, set it, and reboot (might not need to reboot).
G2 discussion below....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-g2
Hi
Any one got a clue what I would be doing wrong. I can't install exynosabuse app v 1.40 on my international version note 2 running on 4.1.1. Removed anti virus from phone still no help. I can't click on install button but the moment I click on cancel its fine. . Any help. ?
Thanks in advance
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Hi
Any one got a clue what I would be doing wrong. I can't install exynosabuse app v 1.40 on my international version note 2 running on 4.1.1. Removed anti virus from phone still no help. I can't click on install button but the moment I click on cancel its fine. . Any help. ?
Thanks in advance
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is install unknown sources checked?
Settings>security> unknown sources
Btw wasn't a newer version released?
And can you elaborate why it can't install ?
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Jay_Nz said:
Hi
Any one got a clue what I would be doing wrong. I can't install exynosabuse app v 1.40 on my international version note 2 running on 4.1.1. Removed anti virus from phone still no help. I can't click on install button but the moment I click on cancel its fine. . Any help. ?
Thanks in advance
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That happens to me all the time. For some reason its always because my battery is too low.
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It has been solved, screen filter was causing it.
Anyway disappointing when op doesn't care to report after solving issue.
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Problem solved. sorry for late reply as i just woke up
hi guys,
problem is solved now. it was late night and i generally use screen filter. for some strange reason that was causing the problem. i just woke up guys and couldnt reply last night as i fell asleep... just disable the screen filter if you its on and it will be fine.
Yes common things like checking unknown sources installation in settings etc has to be done too.
Thanks for replies.
I didnt see all the replies till now.
thanks for help
Problem solved. sorry for late reply as i just woke up
hi guys,
problem is solved now. it was late night and i generally use screen filter. for some strange reason that was causing the problem. i just woke up guys and couldnt reply last night as i fell asleep... just disable the screen filter if you its on and it will be fine.
Yes common things like checking unknown sources installation in settings etc has to be done too.
Thanks for replies.
I didnt see all the replies till now.
thanks for help
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dr.ketan said:
It has been solved, screen filter was causing it.
Anyway disappointing when op doesn't care to report after solving issue.
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I am seeking an answer for a friend. I know her device is bone stock. She says she has this on her screen unless she has an app open...any ideas? She claims factory resetting will not fix either...
It is a diagnostic screen. Seen someone else with that but dont remember what they did to fix it.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/help/samsung-galaxy-s2-masters-help-pls-t1879904
That's the link that jlmancuso was talking about. hope this fixes it for your friend
Android_Guy said:
I am seeking an answer for a friend. I know her device is bone stock. She says she has this on her screen unless she has an app open...any ideas? She claims factory resetting will not fix either...
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jlmancuso said:
It is a diagnostic screen. Seen someone else with that but dont remember what they did to fix it.
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I get a constant notification in the notification bar about an OTA update, but never updates my phone.
Another issue I noticed is that I can't take a selfie using the heartrate monitor, the way it's supposed to work.
Anyone knows what's wrong?
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Anyone with a fix?
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Factory reset?
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Squilchi said:
Factory reset?
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That's not a fix.
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Selfies with the heart rate monitor only works if you are using Selfies mode for the front facing camera.
Selfies for the 16m camera is automatic in backfacing Selfies mode as you have to try and guess where your face is and it's pretty difficult. Though it foes beep to let you know when it sees your face.
incisivekeith said:
That's not a fix.
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Have you tried it? Ive never received a notification for an ota update
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icexshinigami said:
Selfies with the heart rate monitor only works if you are using Selfies mode for the front facing camera.
Selfies for the 16m camera is automatic in backfacing Selfies mode as you have to try and guess where your face is and it's pretty difficult. Though it foes beep to let you know when it sees your face.
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I should have mentioned that I was trying selfies with the selfies mode on the front facing camera, and it still didn't work.
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Squilchi said:
Have you tried it? Ive never received a notification for an ota update
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I said a factory reset is not a fix because it doesn't fix the issue without causing a lot of work resetting the phone.
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incisivekeith said:
I said a factory reset is not a fix because it doesn't fix the issue without causing a lot of work resetting the phone.
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If you're not willing to reset the phone, then you won't know if its a software or hardware issue. It will wind up being your loss when you can't exchange it for a new phone before the return date is up. Reinstalling some apps and re-entering some basic info isn't rocket science.
DamageSource said:
If you're not willing to reset the phone, then you won't know if its a software or hardware issue. It will wind up being your loss when you can't exchange it for a new phone before the return date is up. Reinstalling some apps and re-entering some basic info isn't rocket science.
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Reinstalling 230 apps and configuring these apps is tedious, and resetting the phone should be the last resort, not first one. If I wanted to reset the phone, I wouldn't ask the question here on XDA; I would have called Samsung support.
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incisivekeith said:
Reinstalling 230 apps and configuring these apps is tedious, and resetting the phone should be the last resort, not first one. If I wanted to reset the phone, I wouldn't ask the question here on XDA; I would have called Samsung support.
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Then you should have called Samsung support. You have PHYSICAL and SOFTWARE functions that sound broken from what you've explained. I'll say it again, you provided us with an issue, icexshinigami provided you with information which you verified. If all of that is correct and your device is still not working correctly, you're either doing something wrong or you have a faulty device.
You got answers. Whether or not you liked them isn't my problem or anyone elses. Also, technically a restore is a fix. Samsung will tell you that over the phone after you verify everything you've already been told and they will either have you restore the device or return the device if you refuse to restore it or the restore doesn't work. How do I know this? I just went thought this with samsung and they did all this. Guess what? It was a FAULTY DEVICE.
Either take the time exhausting ALL your options, or don't ask for help at all. Man if reinstalling all "230 apps" is your biggest problem then I worry for you.
It wouldn't surprise me that after I post this everything gets magically fixed and you come with an explanation (if you even follow up) that wouldn't work anyways. Not trying to be rude but it sounds like you wouldn't own up to something you did and not the device.
And you have another thread on here asking questions about a problem on your phone. 2 and 2 together. I'm saying bad device. It happens.
I have the same problem. I've done a factory reset to diagnose a different problem (which helped, btw). It didn't help in this case though so it very well might be some hardware issue.
I should also state that when I place my finger on the heartrate sensor in the selfie mode, I do see it light up. It just never seems to vibrate or anything. Or perhaps it's just having trouble finding my face. Perhaps I'm just that ugly xD
Update:
Quite interestingly enough, I toggled between both regular selfie mode and the wide selfie mode and right back to regular. It's working now.
The only thing I can suggest is, when you place it in selfie mode and you press the heart rate sensor, is it lighting up? If not, then have you also tried the built-in fitness app to at least verify your heart rate sensor is functional?
1) Backup with Kies
2) Factory Reset
3) Restore with Kies
4) Try your selfie again with H/R sensor, if it fails you have 1 of 2 problems
a) You're not touching the H/R correctly
b) Bad device
Simple Enough Logic for OP?
DamageSource said:
Then you should have called Samsung support. You have PHYSICAL and SOFTWARE functions that sound broken from what you've explained. I'll say it again, you provided us with an issue, icexshinigami provided you with information which you verified. If all of that is correct and your device is still not working correctly, you're either doing something wrong or you have a faulty device.
You got answers. Whether or not you liked them isn't my problem or anyone elses. Also, technically a restore is a fix. Samsung will tell you that over the phone after you verify everything you've already been told and they will either have you restore the device or return the device if you refuse to restore it or the restore doesn't work. How do I know this? I just went thought this with samsung and they did all this. Guess what? It was a FAULTY DEVICE.
Either take the time exhausting ALL your options, or don't ask for help at all. Man if reinstalling all "230 apps" is your biggest problem then I worry for you.
It wouldn't surprise me that after I post this everything gets magically fixed and you come with an explanation (if you even follow up) that wouldn't work anyways. Not trying to be rude but it sounds like you wouldn't own up to something you did and not the device.
And you have another thread on here asking questions about a problem on your phone. 2 and 2 together. I'm saying bad device. It happens.
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All that typing is not helpful, in case it wasn't clear.
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pr0cl1v1ty said:
1) Backup with Kies
2) Factory Reset
3) Restore with Kies
4) Try your selfie again with H/R sensor, if it fails you have 1 of 2 problems
a) You're not touching the H/R correctly
b) Bad device
Simple Enough Logic for OP?
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Not helpful. Thanks.
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Mods please close this thread. Thanks.
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