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Android Forum FAQ
Welcome to the Android forum on boards.ie. In this guide, you'll find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about Android, the phones, the settings, and the apps. We hope you find it useful (Updated July 2013) General Android Section What is Android? Android is an operating system for mobile devices (similar…
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Chromecast Apps Discussion - READ FIRST POST!!!
There's a lot of demand and interest in Chromecast compatable apps in the Boards Android community and so in the interests of that community I'm setting this thread up so that people may inform on and discuss some of these apps. Unfortunately, as we discovered in this earlier thread on the subject, it is a technology that…
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Rules (charter) & FAQ (includes how to guides for MMS & internet)
FAQ: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055516939 ** this includes MMS / Internet settings ** Charter: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055514350
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Samsung S26 Series
I am starting this thread to discuss the Samsung S26 series, including specs, prices, and deals. Rumors are that it will be available in late February 2026.
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Chinese Android Phones 3 - Read First Post!
10k posts on the old one so making a new thread :D I think people are a lot more familiar with Chinese phones these days than when we first started doing these threads 5 or 6 years ago. Buyer beware but generally the quality level of phones like Xiaomi are on a par with the traditional flagships nowadays. Most people buy…
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OnePlus 15
Anyone pre order? I did, 99euro and free gift I picked the OnePlus watch 3. I have my 9pro now 3 years and it has served me well. I was tempted to get the 13 but I don't like the curved edges like the 9pro has, hard to get good screen protectors only the film covers which never lasted great for me. No confirmed price so…
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BBC iPlayer to Nvidia Shield
Hi, It appears all the old methods to side load the BBC iPlayer on Firesticks and Nvidia Shield are now being blocked. Does anyone know the latest method to get the BBC iPlayer please?
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Amazfit Balance Smart Watch Deal Discussion⌚
Every boardsie and their dog will have this watch since it's €30 currently for the 46mm version on Amazon UK Link here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Amazfit-Balance-Contactless-Composition-Measurement/dp/B0CDXLDB6B?th=1&psc=1 Can anyone recommend a good place to buy high quality universal watch silicone straps?
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How to change Google Play location when you are in a family group
So i have a promlem. My google play account is connected to Turkey. I wanted to get a subscription to Tivimate player, but it says that my Play account settings need to match the country of residence. Now, I cant change the play settings away from Turkey because I am in a family account. And i cant delete the kids accounts…
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Creating google accounts for kids to replace my accounts on their phones
Hi, setting up my kids android devices the did not have google accounts so I used my google accounts on each of their phones. Their getting old enough that I want to set them up with their own google child account now. One of the problems I think I will face though is that they have all their games installed through my…
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Pixel 10 series - P10 / P10 Pro / P10 Pro XL / P10 Pro Fold
Pricing has been revealed for Europe for the upcoming Pixel 10 series. https://9to5google.com/2025/07/12/google-pixel-10-series-price-leak/ After the large-ish increases that came with the P9 series, Google appear to be effectively maintaining current prices. The notable exception is the P10 Pro XL, which seems wont be…
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My Samsung Galaxy fell on the floor
The screen went dead and does not light up when I connect the charger. I can call it from another phone and it rings but I cannot answer the call as there is no live screen. It is(was?) a Samsung Galaxy I paid about 250 for. Is there any point trying to mend it ?(or anything I can attempt myself) thanks
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Replacing/upgrading from a Poco F1. €250 budget.
Hi, My Poco F1 is dying and I need a replacement. I am not a big phone user. I am overwhelmed by all the different options. What I mainly use my phone for is basic stuff like checking emails, logging into banking apps and browsing social media. I may want to use it for fitness apps. I rarely take pictures or record videos.…
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Best Android phone for €100 ?
As the title says, what is the best Android phone for €100 ? Really only need it as a spare phone. A decent battery and 5G would be nice. 256GB storage and 8GB RAM and dual sim would be nice features. Suggestions? I see the Xiaomi Redmi 15C for €99.99 on switch and save at Vodafone - anything better out there SIM free? MtM
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Firestick general discussion thread
Following from the thread in Bargain Alerts, this is for discussion in general FAQ Which firestick should I buy? 4K is not just for 4K. The 4K firestick is a better purchase than non 4K stick But it won't shop to Ireland? Use parcel wizard/motel/addresspal etc etc What can I do with the firestick? Well the world is your…
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 / Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025
Can't seem to find a thread on these new watches. Thinking of picking up the Ultra but from what I'm reading there is no massive difference between this year's and last year bar the new one has double the storage space. Anyone else planning on picking up any of the new watches?
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Google Pay question
Hi folks. I added my debit card to my Google account and can use it to tap using my phone. But recently I've tried to pay bills online using Google pay and when I click on my card it's asks for the card details. Why would it do this when the card is already added ? Thanks
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Best Android phone for €400
Looking for recommendations for best Android phone for under 400. Long battery life and camera quality are what I'm looking for.
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Putting SIM Card into old phone and old PIN is required
I dropped my phone the other day and the screen broke so much that it's pretty much unusable. My Brother had a spare old phone which I could use so changed over the SIMs. When I put my SIM in my PIN number kept on coming up as incorrect. Eventually I tried the PIN my Brother used and it worked. I was able to use the…
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Replacement Tablet for Amazon Fire
HI After 6 years, my Amazon Fire has died. I'm looking for a tablet to replace it. General use e.g streaming movies reading from borrowbox app etc Must be 10 inch minimum. Android preferably, I found the Fire too glitchy. Less than €200. Also If anyone sees any offers on Amazon Prime days please let me know.
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Incoming calls from known contacts ringing too briefly; for my mobile provider to adjust?
I missed a long series of calls to my mobile recently, because it was only doing I or 2 rings. (Not quite enough time to accept a call, even with the phone right next to my hand). In my experience that's usually pointed to a spam call via some auto-dialler somewhere, so of course I never respond to those (everyone I know…
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Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro
First official look. More to come on October 4.
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The Sony Xperia Thread
You know, individual threads for Sony Xperia phones never seem to get much traction here so you know what, with three new devices announced today. Let's launch a catch all thread for all comments questions and news about all Sony Xperia products. (Knowing my luck they'll go the way of LG by the end of the year.) So, today…
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Thinking of getting a degoogled phone - any websites/businesses in Ireland that sells them?
Please delete if not allowed. I've tried to degoogle my old smartphone but I gave up. Just wondering there's any Irish businesses that sell them? I'd like to support an Irish business first, though I am willing to buy from abroad (if necessary!).
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Rte player firestick
Ive been trying to find a resolution to rte player on the firestick but no joy. Seems app just loads with black screen, no fix anywhere. Ive tried silk browser, no supported and tried different browsers but no mouse toggle working eithet
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Pixel Buds Pro - Iffy left ear
I've had these a few years now, first generation. Left ear has sometimes been dead lately, despite charging for a good while. Factory reset seemed to sort it last week, but not this morning. A replacement bud is €70.
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Voiced ads
I have a Samsung and ,twice now in the middle of a conversation with someone this bloody phone pipes up and suggests something clearly related to the word I spoke for me to buy. Has some f,ING app or other opened up the microphone to listen in to what I am saying and relating it to some bloody advertising company.? How the…
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Poco X8 Pro Max
Have one of these winging its way to me, due next week. Anyone else take a punt on release day then? Ordered the 512GB from Amazon.ie. The price is basically the same as all Amazon EU websites, plus free delivery €462 for 512GB From the Amazon description headline: POCO X8 Pro Max, Smartphone 12+512 GB, Flagship Dimensity…
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Cracked screen repair in dublin
So my friend dropped her phone and cracked the screen. It powers on but only a tiny bit of screen is visible at the top right hand corner. Ive given her my old phone to keep her going but the trouble is that everything was stored on her old phone and can't be retrieved. Even her phone numbers were stored on her phone…
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Google 9 Pro XL Line on screen issue covered by warranty
Hi all. Just a reminder if you have a Google 9 Pro XL (And other Google 9 phones I believe) and have issue with vertical lines appearing on screen (Like liquid damage) then you may be covered by extended warranty. I had issue. Just put phone in my pocket, took it out and there was a line. Google fixed it. Quite easy to…