Questions tagged [samsung-galaxy-s-8]
For questions specific to the Samsung Galaxy S8. Samsung Galaxy S8+ or Samsung Galaxy S8 Active
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Samsung (Galaxy S4) does not show Authorize USB debugging dialog box
I am trying to follow the instructions here, but my phone never displays the "Authorize USB Debugging" option.
On the PC side, adb devices shows that the PC see the device, but it is listed as "...
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How to share VPN connection with devices on hotspot?
I use a VPN on my Galaxy S8+ and I am looking for a way to be able to share my ExpressVPN connection via hotspot to be able to connect devices such as Xbox One and a Smart TV. Currently cannot use a ...
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My phone is downloading "Google Play", over mobile data
My phone randomly shows the Download Manager downloading "Google play". I usually cancel this download since it seems fishy to me, and that's what my question (asked below) is about. Since this sounds ...
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Allow fingerprint unlock but require password after a certain time limit
Currently with a Samsung Galaxy S8, but I believe this is common to other devices, I can setup fingerprint unlock which requires a password when the device starts up or if I fail to scan my finger ...
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Do Not Disturb for specific duration in Samsung S8 Quick Settings
I've just switched from a Sony Xperia Z3 (6.0) to the Samsung Galaxy S8. On the Sony I could set Do Not Disturb mode for a specific time (15 mins, 30 mins, an hour, 2 hours and so on) using the Quick ...
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ADB not finding device with Galaxy S8 and Windows 7
I'm trying to get my Galaxy S8 to work with unity for gear VR development but I cannot seem to get ADB to find the phone.
I've enabled USB debugging in development options and also have the latest ...
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How can I see the upcoming calender event in the always on display?
I have a Galaxy 8 phone that I can customise the content of always on display in some limited way. I could not find any option to add the upcoming calender event to it. Is there any way to do that?
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Any way to find the list of webpages I added to homescreen from Chrome Android?
I had to disable Chrome Android on my phone today due to an unrelated software install issue. In the process, all the webpages I had added to my homescreen on my S8 phone from Chrome Android ...
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Will "hiding" contacts on Google Contacts affect other apps' behavior?
I manage my contacts on my Google account. There is a feature in Google Contacts where one can "hide" selected contacts, as follows. If you go to contacts.google.com, click the three dots to the right ...
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Samsung S8 always on display timeout?
For the purposes of this question, I want to clarify my terminology.
Always on display The screen feature Samsung has when the screen dimly stays on to show you stuff even when the phone screen is "...
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Difference between "unmonitored apps" and mDeviceIdleWhitelist
I've got a Galaxy S8 and have come across an interesting situation. Now, either something strange is going on, or I've got no clue how it actually works!
I've downloaded an FTP Server app on my phone ...
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Can Gear VR on Galaxy S8 be used for Daydream apps
I have an S8, but not yet bought any VR accessory; and I know that Samsung recently added Daydream VR support to the phone. From what I've read, Daydream case is far simpler with most of the sensors ...
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Google App always opens google.com on chrome
When I open the Google App, it promptly opens Chrome and switches to google.com. I cannot access anything on Google App since it immediately switches to Chrome.
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Remove additional date from notification and lock screen
In my Samsung Galaxy S8, Android 9, I see an additional date, showing in parentheses, both on the lock screen and in the notification bar when I roll it down. For example, right now it says "16:58 Mon,...
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[Galaxy S8} How to set default alarm sound?
There is no option in settings. I have also tried setting it like in the thread: How to change the default alarm sound?
but the method presented is not working for me. I get "set success" message, but ...
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Settings > Display > Navigation Bar > Background Color Options Suddenly Limited
Shortly after buying my Samsung Galaxy S8, my Settings > Display > Navigation Bar screen looked like this:
I retrieved that image from Android Central. Now, it looks like this:
Notice the ...
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Disable Briefing Notifications on Galaxy S8
It seems once or twice a day, I get some Briefing notifications on my Galaxy S8. The icon for these notifications appears similar to Flipboard, though I don't have Flipboard installed as a standalone ...
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How do I boot an Android S8 that is out of memory
I have an Android S8 that is out of memory and will not start completely.
I've already switched over to a new phone for daily use.
It will start and boot to the main screen for under a minute, then ...
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Why isn't the unlock pattern working anymore?
A few days ago my unlock pattern was not recognized anymore. I'm guessing the cause is memory corruption or some bug.
I haven't restarted the device yet, hoping to "find" the new pattern or ...
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Why does my Samsung Galaxy S8 Active no longer "Fast-Charge"?
I bought a refurbished Samsung Galaxy S8 Active in excellent condition about 6 months ago, and it came with the standard manufacturer-provided power adapter and cable for charging (Model: EP-TA20JBE, ...
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Possible to Obtain Active Bluetooth Connection Details? Protocol version? Profile? Codec?
Is it possible to obtain details about an active bluetooth connection in Android?
Protocol version is what I most want to know, such as if a bluetooth 5.0 peripheral is connecting to the device ...
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How to undo vestiges of themes past
hardware: Samsung Galaxy S8+ (SM-G955U)
software: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
In December, I installed Samsung's "White Winter" theme. Then I installed "For Snowy Porch" in January followed by "winter tree" ...
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How does Samsung Pay work?
Does it actually activate a magnet field that the payment card terminal reads? It seems like it doesn't use the chip but what are the details?
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How to save a file using GNU Nano?
I use Termux and GNU nano to edit program text but I don't know how to save it from Nano. Normally in Nano I press shift + O but with Android (I use Samsung S8) the ctrl + O instead prints the char O. ...
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WhatApp Profile Pictures from Contacts
I have a Samsung Galaxy S8+. I have a few contacts who have not set a profile picture within WhatsApp. Previously, it would automatically substitute their lack of profile picture with whatever picture ...
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Galaxy S8: Set default app for left swipe?
Is it possible to set a default app to open on left swipe on Home screen? Currently Bixby app opens on left swipe, I would like to change it to some other app.
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Why am I getting random push notifications from Venmo?
I got a Samsung Galaxy S8 not too long ago, and I can't seem to stop push notifications about random Facebook friends making transactions.
First, I am logged in, so it's not the random-public-...
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S8+ stock always on display not showing notifications
I recently got myself an S8+ running Android 7.0.
One of the most (arguably) shallow reasons for getting this nice new phone was for the always on display it offered, where it would show the clock, ...
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What cable and charger do I need to get the fastest charge speed on my Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 comes with the USB Type-C connector. I noticed that the USB-A Male to USB Type-C Male cables that are being sold often have a USB Specification associated with them. The Amazon ...
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Unable to pair Samsung with Sony Headphone
I'm unable to pair my brand new Sony WF1000-XM4 with my Samsung Galaxy S8.
First, Sony's official Headphones app detects the headphone immediately, but fails to register with "Connection failed&...
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Encryption and deleted data
I have a galaxy S8 using "default password" meaning no startup password or secure start up.
The device is still encrypted by default so all data should not be recoverable after a factory ...
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How to remove apps from Samsung phone by pushing file with package names with ADB
Several years ago, a friend of mine was working on a Samsung S8 Active. He was trying to remove most of the apps on it so it was just a basic phone. He had some instructions for a Ponderosa system. He ...
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Recover data from soft bricked (unrooted) Galaxy S8
My S8 G950F got stuck in a boot loop after an update (there was little storage left before the update, but not sure if this is the reason for failure). I tried flashing it with Odin (with HOME CSC), ...
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Galaxy S8 Stuck After Update
My Galaxy S8 is now locked on the Samsung screen after receiving an Android update via Verizon. According to the Samsung site, it was running Android™ 7.0 (Nougat). I have attempted a hard and soft ...
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Why can my phone only play ringtones from my SD Card now?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S8 running Android 9 (at least currently - I don't know when that update took place, so I don't know if it is responsible for this issue). I have always had my ringtones (in ...
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Samsung Galaxy S8 Active Location Services Glitch
I know this is a well known issue, but why it only affects the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active devices specifically is still a mystery. I figured I would see if anyone by chance has found a way to prevent ...
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OK Google Voice Match not working
On my Samsung Galaxy S8, my phone no longer responds when I say "OK Google"
The voice match settings don't work, I found device-specific settings and can attempt to set voice match up there, but when ...
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Phone is just pretending to move app data to external storage?
My internal storage is full, so I've bought a SD-card and I'm trying to move some application data. For example I have 20GB of data for Audible which is my main concern.
I went in to Settings > Apps ...
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Android system memory filled up Samsung Galaxy s8
I have a Samsung Galaxy S8 since 2 years. After time my free memory got less and less but my Samsung File manager only said that Others had (As of today) 47,26GB and in the Internet i did not found ...
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How to safely upgrade unlocked phone?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S8 from Virgin Mobile that was SIM unlocked and I'm now using Mint. I was prompted for an update by Samsung and it relocked my phone, I had to contact Virgin Mobile to unlock ...
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Is it safe to flash dm-verity zip on S8 EXYNOS G905F?
Is it safe to flash the dm-verity zip?
I am asking due to, seeing/reading some cases when attempting to flash a ROM the phone will get to the ERASING stage, show dm-verity error, then reboot, and it ...
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How to transfer between SD Card and External Hard drive using Samsung S8 and NO PC?
I am on S8 Exynos (Custom ROM - Renovate ICE, LATEST). When I was using a S7 last time and had a USB OTG cable to daisy chain my SD card reader and USB hard drive, the connection dropped so frequently ...
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How do I make the Google Assistant notify me when I get email from a specific person using my S8?
I have a Google Mini & the IFTTT app but I can't figure out how to make Google mini make a voice notification when email from a specific user arrives. Is there a way to do this?
I use Gmail & ...
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Why does terminating the default messaging app close the task manager?
Whenever I close my default messaging app using my "task manager," the "task manager" closes immediately afterwards. This does not occur when I close any other app.
I currently use Signal, but this ...
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How to revert Galaxy S8+ to stock firmware?
Is it possible to revert Samsung Galaxy S8+ to stock firmware? The phone was interrupted while upgrading the software and is now bricked.
The model is SM-G955P
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WiFi Calling on an Unsecured network
I recently upgraded from a Samsung Galaxy S7 Active to an S8 Active(G892A). In doing so I have encountered an issue with the new OS and WiFi calling. Thus far, I have been unable to establish a WiFi ...
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Incoming calls are identified as coming from Mexico incorrectly by area code?
I have a Verizon Galaxy S8 and I was traveling in Mexico a couple weeks ago, and when I came back, all incoming calls are saying Mexico on the screen.
As far as I know, I don't have any special apps ...
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Replies from Yahoo Mail sent from Samsung showing up in gmail account
For some reason, when I send an email from my Yahoo account from my Samsung 8+, the replies come into my Gmail account. When you look at the email reply, it clearly says "mailto:myyahooaddress" yet it ...
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My background is dark and now i cant see my app names. How do i make the words white?
My background is dark and now i cant see my app names. How do i make the words white?!
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How to stop system update on Galaxy S8 with Android 7.0?
I have disabled auto updates through developer options, but the S8 is still pushing through the update. I have attempted to restart but the update continues. Is there any way to stop this while on ...