Operating version update Android systems- a topic that is difficult to discuss even for the most devoted fans of the green robot. The reason for this is that manufacturers themselves determine the list of models suitable for the update and the timing of the update. For example, representatives of Motorola regularly, and members of the HTC team promise to update their flagship, but do not invest on time. How is it with Samsung? Do executives plan to take care of relatively old devices? Let's find out.
As mentioned above, the update release date for each device is different. That is why many users do not lose hope and deep down they are sure that one day their device will offer to install the update. However, not everyone can boast of such patience.
Many device owners want to be aware of the company's plans, and therefore ask about them directly. According to resource representatives phonearena, so it was done this time. Users social network Twitter was asked about the probability of exit Android Lollipop for Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy S3.
Unfortunately, the answer was no. The leading Twitter account of the British branch of Samsung reported that none of the above devices will receive the desired update. Of course, we were talking about smartphones purchased in the UK, but this does not add confidence in the release of updates for other countries.
Recall, Galaxy Note 2 can boast the presence of 2 GB random access memory and quad-core Exynos 4412 clocked at 1.6 GHz. In the case of the Galaxy S3, the RAM is exactly half as much, and the processor clock speed is reduced to 1.4 GHz.
Are you disappointed with this news? Or was it too presumptuous to wait for an update for such old devices? Share your answers below.
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Somehow with official updates Samsung Galaxy Note 2 did not work out: officially Note 2 did not even receive Android 5 (not to mention Android 6), both from Samsung (despite ) and from the CyanogenMOD community. However, there is also CyanogenMOD Unofficial, and the lack of an “official” status of custom (!) Firmware should not be an obstacle.
There is something to choose?
Today there are two main CyanogenMOD 13 Unofficial firmware based on Android 6.0.1 for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7100: and . I, it was, first installed the build from Ivan - in fact, it was the only build mentioned in . The installation went well, the menus opened smoothly, and even small glitches with the distribution of application rights did not really bother me. If not for one “but”: the batteries lasted exactly until lunch. Then Ivan smoothly disappeared not only from development, but also stopped answering questions in the XDA topic, and then I decided to try installing the CM13 build from another author. Ivan then, a couple of weeks later, wrote to the XDA thread that, due to important events in his life, he was not yet up to the firmware, so I just made sure that the decision was correct.
Firmware CM 13 Unofficial Temasek.
So, CM13 Unofficial Temasek. The firmware is stable, suitable for daily use. With normal use, the battery lasts all day. Also, doze works. The firmware includes Boeffla sound, however, in order to activate and configure it, you will have to install .
In general, I don’t really like it when developers saturate the assembly with their own “tweaks” and settings, but in the case of CM13, there is simply no choice yet. So far, this is the only developer who does at least something. And it does well, I must say.
Installation
There are no problems with installation. The firmware is being installed. True, there is a nuance associated with installing the package Google Apps, which is discussed below.
Of course full backup required. At the first installation, it is recommended to do a full wipe, including cleaning the internal memory. I'm not strong in the technical part, but judging by the reviews, users who cleared before installing internal memory less common glitches.
Now about the Google Applications Package (GAPPS). By default, CM13 comes without built-in Google apps, but you can download and install them yourself. There are two main points to be aware of.
The first. It is necessary to install the minimum possible GAPPS package. This is due to the fact that CyanogenMOD 13 does not use standard camera Google, but a third party. For this reason, if you take the GAPPS extended package containing the Google camera, these cameras will conflict with each other during installation. Personally, I installed, although there is an even smaller one. Subsequently, the Google Camera can be installed from the Play Market.
UPD: We can say that the first recommendation is no longer as relevant as before. There will be no conflict, just the corresponding SM13 services will be replaced Google services. However, the forums still advise you to install the minimum package, because. nevertheless, there are cases of incorrect operation of the device if a non-minimal package was installed.
Second . GAPPS must be installed immediately after installing the firmware, at this reboot and/or clear cache/dalvik after installation Firmware cannot be! That is, they installed the firmware, went back, installed GAPPS, then cleared the cache / dalvik and then rebooted.
What is missing?
The first and foremost thing you will lose by installing the CM13 is support for stylus-related features. By itself, of course, the stylus works, and you can even find a special item in the menu where you can enable gesture support. However, in fact, the gestures do not work. Also, I was not able to enable support for pressure levels, so it's nice to draw in graphics editor it won't work either. Multi-window mode is also not supported.
Needless to say, there are no “branded applications” of Samsung here either, just as there is no link to a Samsung account. So if you actively use, for example, S-planner or S-memo, this is a serious reason to think about the advisability of switching. However, I did not check, but perhaps these applications can be installed separately. There is no Aircommand either, however, on the form it is advised to look for applications that implement similar functionality.
instead of a conclusion.
Transition from Samsung firmware on CyanogenMod 13 causes me quite conflicting feelings. On the one hand, you immediately lose all the "proprietary" Samsung features that make the Galaxy Note 2 unique. Yes, I'm talking about the Wacom stylus. This is perhaps the most important feature that I miss, although I can’t say that I used it often. I hope that since the stylus gestures still do not work, then perhaps full support stylus is just a matter of time. If someone uses CM12.1 - tell us how things are with the stylus there?
On the other hand, you get current version Android, which not only offers a much more convenient way to manage your smartphone, but also works noticeably faster. A nice bonus is the ability to “smart unlock” using bluetooth devices.
What is more important - everyone decides for himself.
UPD For those who decide to switch to CM13 from touchwiz-based firmware, but at the same time actively use the camera, it will be useful.
This article will focus on an interesting novelty - xDevice Android Note 2. This is an unusual device that can combine several very useful gadgets. So, for example, a phone, a smartphone, a gps navigator, a video recorder, a tablet, an e-book. And that is not all.
With a strong desire in Android Note 2 Chinese, you can find a bunch more functions.
xDevice Android Note 2 General Data:
Android Note 2 Chinese got enough big screen 5.1 inches. True, the resolution is not large 480 * 800, but this is customary for Chinese smartphones. It is for the large screen that the device can be attributed to mini-tablets.
Thanks to the same good screen, as well as support for all the necessary formats, the device can be safely called e-book.
The built-in receiver of satellite signals, included in the kit, helped the smartphone to become a gps-navigator and a video recorder Charger and glass mount, as well as a 5 MP HD camera.
As you can see, the device is really quite unique.
Processor xDevice Android Note 2:
The device has a MediaTek MTK6577 dual-core processor with a frequency of 1 GHz. This is enough for fast work games and applications. The PowerVR SGX531 3D graphics accelerator is responsible for the graphics, so the picture is quite juicy.
Alas, there is little memory. The RAM size is only 512 MB, and the built-in memory is 2 GB. But the kit includes a SDHC 16 Gb memory card, which significantly changes the matter.
Battery:
Undoubtedly, every user of Android devices knows that offline work is their weakest point. With active work (video, games, the Internet), smartphones usually hardly survive until lunch, and flagships until the evening. But the Chinese Android Note 2 was really able to surprise.
First, the package includes as many as 2 rechargeable batteries which is a huge plus. Now, when one is discharged, you can immediately change it to another, and not waste time looking for an outlet.
Secondly, the capacity of these batteries is actually a record - 3200 mAh. It can be compared with good tablets. With such a battery, the device can work without recharging for 2 days even when using Wi-Fi and 3G.
Operating system:
Installed here android version 4.0. This operating system everyone has known for a long time. Everything is simple and clear in it. The interface is convenient and logical. The browser is easy to set up, and it works pretty fast. The lock screen has become more informative.
Camera:
Android Note 2 Chinese is equipped with two cameras. The rear camera takes photos and videos in HD quality. Its sensor is 5 MP. It has autofocus, flash, face detection, stabilization system, geotagging and much more. Front-camera VGA is useful when communicating in Skype or video calls.
2 sim cards
To undoubted advantages this smartphone can include support for two SIM cards. The cards work at the same time. You don't need to switch anything. A small flaw is access to 3G with only one card.
In general, the model turned out to be very interesting. It will surely interest a lot of people.
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