Recent content by BB Markk

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    How do I establish an auto-connection to wifi?

    Re: How to establish auto-connection to wifi??? I've noticed recently that I'm not automatically connecting to any wifi. I can choose to connect, but it used to just connect automatically. I arrive home after work, and I have to remember to connect to my home wifi. This month I've used 90%...
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    Does anyone use this without a screen protector?

    My first non-screen protected phone. I do have a case with a thin raised edge to avoid it scratching when placed face down on a flat surface. It goes in an empty front pocket, screen facing in, for most of the day. The most 'dangerous' part of the day currently is when it's charging on the...
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    Bluetooth & Wifi = No internet

    Verizon has an update, as of April 11th. You can go get it: Settings >> System Updates I don't recall getting it pushed out, but I did find it when I looked for it.
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    OK Google says "offline"

    If wifi and bluetooth are both on... switch one off.
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    Car / Driving / Hands free Mode

    Thanks. I'm a infrequent browser, and have found AC to have users full of great information. I checked out mentioned apps, wasn't 100% ready to jump in on a non OEM app quite yet. I'll revisit the idea, as it seems there isn't a native app. Thank you. I'll check that out, and with the...
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    Car / Driving / Hands free Mode

    I used Car / Driving / Hands free Mode occasionally on my Samsung Galaxy S4. Went looking for it on the Note 5, as you are likely aware, didn't find it. What are you all using as a substitute? Am going to look into screen mirroring, as I've got a new-to-me 2013 Audi A5.
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    Bluetooth & Wifi = No internet

    I'm at a local shop, connected to their wifi. Now I can't get to the internet, apps aren't connecting, email not syncing, etc. I turn off wifi, and connect via 4G, things are fine. I chalk it up to a router that needs to be reset. I've connected to this router, with this phone in the past...
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    Any reason not to buy a Note 5 @ Costco tomorrow including $250 Costco gift card?

    I got mine there. Wanted a 64, color unimportant. I did get the last one, eventually... from the Marlboro NJ store. For $250, I'd do it again. Easily the best deal I could find. Had to return the following week for the accessory bundle... which was gone and the batter pack subbed out. NBD...
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    why does it take the free Samsung wireless charger almost 5 & half hours to charge from 5% to 100%?

    Re: why does it take the free Samsung wireless charger almost 5 & half hours to charge from 5% to 10 I just got mine today. I know that it's not a fast charge, and to get the fastest charging I'll have to plug it in. I did chat with my pal the google fanboy, and he said some of the fast...
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    Smart Switch Note 5

    Ok. In any event, beaming did the trick. Thanks again! !!
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    Smart Switch Note 5

    I was hoping that it would move apps, as well as settings. I have moved some pics, and music. Tech had me cut paste from SG4 to desktop, then copy paste to N5. What exactly did you beam? How are you beaming (NFC, Bluetooth, Wifi)? Thanks.
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    Smart Switch Note 5

    Got my Note 5 yesterday. Can't get Smart Switch to update from my Galaxy S4. Tried a lot with Samsung Tech Chat. Headed to a "Samsung Experience" at Best Buy for some help later.
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    Any recent (September) Note 5 64GB orders?

    UGH. Too much time spent and nothing accomplished. Looks like a trip to Best Buy / Samsung Experience tomorrow.
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    Any recent (September) Note 5 64GB orders?

    Got it :) Finally... Forms for $250 rebate to fill out. Stopped at Verizon for a wireless charger, Samsung Pay promotion. Had to pay, now to register, fill out more forms and get that $50 back. Now struggling with Smart Switch. My SG4 and Note 5 won't connect to each other. Any tips...
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    Any recent (September) Note 5 64GB orders?

    Back to Costco today, planning to get the 32 and rebates. The guy recognizes me, says it's my lucky day, he's got 2 64s in stock and they qualify for the rebates. Short version, I spend 90 minutes and don't have a new phone. Am hoping to hear tomorrow that he has one physically in hand, and...