Questions tagged [samsung-galaxy-s-2]
Use this tag if your issue is *specific* to any variant of the Samsung Galaxy S II (GT-I9100).
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Why am I constantly running out of space on my Galaxy S2?
I have a Galaxy S2 running Android 4.1.2. It has a 12GB internal HD, and a 16GB SD card.
I keep getting errors from various programs telling me I am running out of space. BeyondPod won't download new ...
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Rooting Stock Firmware - GSII with NFC
I have a Galaxy S2 with NFC (GT-I9100P) and I wish to have root access to properly administrate my phone.
I've been looking at various forum posts on different sites and I've just been getting more ...
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How to transfer text messages from iPhone to Android with iOS 5?
I'm trying to switch from an iPhone 3GS to a Galaxy SII and got multiple questions. This one concerns migrating text messages (SMS).
I've found quite some articles, basically, they fall into two ...
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Rooting GT-i9100G under linux
What is the safest method to root a Samsung Galaxy S 2 i9100 G under a GNU/Linux system? (ArchLinux).
I am a programmer (without android programming experience, only desktop and web), it does not ...
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Rooting Samsung Galaxy S II GT-i9100
How does one root a Samsung Galaxy S II GT-i9100 (with its original Android 2.3 Gingerbread), preferably under Linux Mint?
This questions pertains specifically the GT-i9100 version (not GT-i9100G nor ...
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How do I check who is connecting to my hotspot? [duplicate]
Is there any way to check who is connecting to my hotspot? I am using a rooted Samsung Galaxy SII.
I use the SII's tethering feature in: Settings > Wireless and network > Tethering and portable ...
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Odin. Unplugged target while flashing
I assumed something was wrong because I waited about 20 minutes and the process hadn't completed, nor did it look like anything was active. Apparently, something was and now my Samsung Epic Touch 4G ...
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Change WCDMA to GSM automatically
I have Samsung Galaxy S II with Android 4.
If I configure my phone to GSM/WCDMA (automatic) mode, I have problems when I receive or make a call. Usually I lost the call or the other person cannot ...
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How can I determine the cause of random device reboots?
After being annoyed with my previous ROM, I thought I'd install ICS on my SGS2 (until CM9 comes out). But, sadly, it now reboots several times a day without any real reason. The device is just lying ...
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Resize /system partition of Galaxy S 2
I need to increase the size of my Galaxy S 2's /system partition from 503.4MB to... Well, anything possible.
The (main) reason why I want to do this is because I want to install GApps 20140606, which ...
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Do I need internet/3G to use GPS?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 that has some problems with the GPS:
If I use internet my navigation works but when I turn the 3G off, GPS does not work.
Do I need internet/3G to use GPS?
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How can I disable shortcuts from being created after install from Google Play?
I own a Galaxy S2 with the Samsung ICS stock, and I've noticed when I download an application from Google Play (Market) it installs it and automatically places the app shortcut on the first free space ...
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Part of touch screen is not working
This is a weird touch screen issue as only part (2 blocks) of the screen is not working. I tested the touch functionality via "Touch Test" and observed that 2 red zones are not responding to finger ...
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Why has my Samsung Galaxy S2 become a data hog?
My father has a Samsung Galaxy S2 with the stock GB and un-rooted. The phone has been working flawlessly, but lately (since about 2-3 days) it began to use a crazy amount of data.
He normally uses ...
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Backup apps on SGS 2 with broken display?
the display of my Samsung Galaxy S2 got broken and I need to backup my apps. Is that possible without the phone's screen? There are no backup apps on the phone and it's not rooted. I don't know the ...
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How do I back up (and restore) my phone before installing a custom ROM? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How to backup an Android device?
I am thinking of installing a custom ROM such as CM7 on my AT&T Galaxy S2 (SGH-i777). I have already rooted it.
What is the best ...
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SGS2 screen gets more and more dark blue, possibly after overheated charging
My phone screen is gradually becoming dark blue and then black--see photo. Started with a single light blueish edge, and growing during the last hours to what can be seen on photo.
The only serious ...
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Revert Android Update 4.0 to 3.0/3.2
Is it possible to downgrade from Android version 4.0(ICS) to 3.0(Honeycomb) after upgrading to ICS? Can any one help me.
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How to copy / modify data from a soft-bootlooping Samsung Galaxy S2 (GT-I9100)
The Samsung Galaxy S2 (GT-I9100) I have at hand was turned off after getting hot during standby. When trying to start it again, it was in a bootloop: Like usual, it first shows "Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-...
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What's the difference between "sd card" and "usb storage"?
Under Settings -> Storage, I see entries for both "SD card" and "USB storage". What's the difference? What should I be using each of those for?
In addition, how can I control what data goes where? ...
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How can I sync all folders from an Exchange server (not just the Inbox)?
I am using a Samsung Galaxy S2 (Android 2.3.4) and have set up the native email app to synchronize with an MS Exchange 2007 server. The problem I am noticing is that I'm only notified for a new email ...
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Will I lose any apps / data if I upgrade my phone's OS?
I'm planning to upgrade my Galaxy S2's OS from android 2.3 to 4.0. This is an official upgrade from Samsung.
It sounds like it's an easy process. Just download the Kies program from Samsung and ...
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Importing photos finds all image files, not just camera pictures
When trying to import photos from my Galaxy S2 in Windows, it tries to import all image files on the phone (including application data), not just those in DCIM.
The system is Android 4.0.3. The ...
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How can I recover files from a phone that won't boot?
I have a Galaxy SII, and it is stuck on the boot screen. How can I recover the files on the phone?
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"Local calendar cannot sync with Google calendar..." but it can? What?
On my totally stock Bell Samsung Galaxy S2 I have my main GMail account synced to it, it is also synced to my iPod using Exchange ActiveSync.
My phone's default calendar has all the events from my ...
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How can I get push notifications for emails in sub-folders?
How can I get push notifications for emails in my inbox's sub-folders? By default it pushes just inbox emails, not the other folders that are in inbox.
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Solutions for connecting phone/tablet to a bigger monitor?
An ebook I purchased is locked to my device so I can't open it anywhere else. I'm having a hard time reading due to the small screen size of my phone.
Is there a way I can get it to display on my ...
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What does the blue 0 mean in the top right hand corner of my camera?
I have a Samsung Galaxy s II and recently a 0 in a white box has appeared in my camera on the right hand corner. Why is this? What does it mean? How do I get rid of it?
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Problem with Samsung Galaxy S2 Driver on Windows
I updated Kies today and my Samsung Galaxy S2 phone doesn't connect to my pc via Debug Mode any more.
Below is the screen shot
When I uninstall that and try to reconnect I get an error saying driver ...
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Taking pictures using an external (USB) camera on a Samsung Galaxy S2
Question: How can we take a picture using an external, USB camera, on a Samsung Galaxy S2 (setup in host mode, using an OTG (On The Go) cable), running Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich).
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Upgrade Samsung Galaxy II to Android 4.0?
Is it possible to upgrade Samsung Galaxy SII's Android 2.3 to Android 4.0? If yes, how do I do it?
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Is it possible to recover data from internal memory?
I have Samsung Galaxy S2, that was sent to the lab for repair.
The phone arrived and all the internal memory was deleted.
All the data that was on the internal memeory: Media, SMS, Contacts (actually ...
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Do a total wipe of my device
I have flashed my ROM several times with different ROMS, and sometimes back to stock. I flashed roms, modems, kernels etc.
But the flashing never seems to totally format the device, because the ...
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Restore deleted photos
I accidentally deleted the entire "downloaded" album full of pictures from my Samsung Galaxy S2 (SPH-D710) and am trying to use a recovery program I downloaded.
My phone will not show up as a remove-...
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Updating GPlus Signature Error
I've installed Resurrection Remix 2.0 ROM (i'm a big fan of), and when I want to update Google Plus to the newest version I receive a signature error for installed version, when I go to application ...
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How to get rid of "SD Card blank or has unsupported filesystem" notification
My Samsung Galaxy S II phone crashed and after I restarted it, there was an SD card notification icon that says "SD Card blank or has unsupported filesystem" with the only option of formatting the ...
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How can I reset my developer options, or otherwise boot my Galaxy S2 on CM10.1 again?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 and the ROM I'm using is CM10.1. I was messing with the Developer Options and I saw an option called "Simulate Secondary Display". I clicked that and selected 720 then it ...
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Is it possible to determine whether the phone has been rooted or not?
Let's say I buy an "un-rooted" Samsung Galaxy S2 via eBay that's still under warranty:
Is there a way I can tell whether it has been rooted before (with or without rooting it myself)?
Is there a way ...
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How to fix a force close loop on Android with phone access?
I have a problem with my Samsung Galaxy S2 (GT-I9100) running Android 2.3.5 stock version.
I'm normal user who used the phone for basic function like making phone calls and using the Google, Facebook ...
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Galaxy S2 not recognized by computer
When I try to connect my Galaxy S2 device to my computer via USB, I get an error saying that the device has malfunctioned and is unrecognized. It appears as "Unknown device" in device manager.
I'm ...
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Where is a downloaded .apk placed in Android phones? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where in the file system are applications installed?
Where is a downloaded .apk placed in Android phones? I want to backup the .apk files to my PC so that if something happens ...
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How can I get my compass pointing the right direction?
On my Samsung Galaxy S2 running ICS 4.0.4, my compass is off by 90 degrees. It shows west in the north position.
I had a similar compass problem before, and had solved it by applying this patch. ...
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How do I disable the lock-screen when my Samsung Galaxy S II is charging/connected via USB?
When I develop for my Samsung Galaxy S II, the screen locks as usual after the configured time. However, for development it would be practical if the phone would just stay awake while it is connected ...
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Is there a way/app to block outgoing international calls, without activating the network provider's International Call Barring?
I 'accidentally' dial international numbers a lot - don't ask why, long story :). Is there an app that would restrict me from calling international numbers, or warn me before connecting the call?
I ...
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Text message with pictures: "Download" button does nothing
I have a Galaxy S2 running Android 4.0.4. When people send me text messages with a picture attached, I receive the message but it says something like this, with a "download" button:
Message size: ...
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How do I stop my phone from beeping when it completes charging?
I have a Samsung Galaxy 2 S running Android 2.3.
When I plug it in to recharge, it beeps when it reaches 100%.
I would prefer that it not notify me with a sound.
However, I can't for the life of me ...
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Is there an open source or other equilvent to Android Sync Manager? [closed]
I am looking any suggestions of an an open source package or web software that I can manage both my Android devices (Galaxy 10.1 tab/Galaxy S Smartphone. My computer OS is Ubuntu. I want to be able ...
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Where has all my storage space gone?
This is actually starting to annoy me!
Every so often, I get the 'Storage space running out' notification. I go into my settings, and it says I have 60MB left.
The thing is, almost a month ago I ...
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How can I physically remove the internal memory device from my Samsung Galaxy S2?
My Galaxy S2 has recently died completely over night. It does not turn on regardless of which combination of buttons I try and how long I press them. I've tried with two different batteries, without a ...
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What's the "MTC Мобильная Почта" update on my Samsung Galaxy?
What's the wierd looking update that's just turned up on my Samsung Galaxy phone?
"MTC Мобильная Почта" by "OJSC Mobile TeleSystems".
The review section has lots of one-star comments saying its ...
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