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Pacifico

Is there really no way of removing the carrier name from the notification bar and without rooting?!

J_E

Pacifico wrote: »

Is there really no way of removing the carrier name from the notification bar and without rooting?!

I doubt it, it's not the carrier choice to put it there so much as it is the phone's own code. It's a silly place to put it really.

degsie

Cydoniac wrote: »

I doubt it, it's not the carrier choice to put it there so much as it is the phone's own code. It's a silly place to put it really.

Isn't it good to know if you switch carriers when you forgot to turn off roaming while travelling?

5p9arw38djv2b4

Trent Houseboat wrote: »

Has anyone had to get their screen replaced in Dublin? Cracked mine last night.

Yup, I tried a few places in Dublin but mine was really badly cracked - I ordered a new screen online and took I to a few places and GSM on talbot street - just across from Buckleys butchers - out the new screen on for me, really quick and really good job.

J_E

degsie wrote: »

Isn't it good to know if you switch carriers when you forgot to turn off roaming while travelling?

Sure - but standard practice is to put it on the lockscreen and notification drop-down window at the bottom. Not on the top where it just gets in the way of icons. The strange thing is some of the versions of the phone (Tesco or US) seems to do this just fine.


Funny - Android Police mention this today. http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/06/04/motorola-refusing-to-fix-ridiculous-broken-status-bar-ui-on-the-international-moto-g/

mondeo

4.4.3 is on the way..

http://m.gsmarena.com/motorola_starts_rolling_out_android_443_to_moto_x_moto_g_and_moto_e-news-8696.php

Sean-Tom

So does anyone know what networks will be getting in the 4G version? (if any)

TempAc

degsie wrote: »

Isn't it good to know if you switch carriers when you forgot to turn off roaming while travelling?

It says the carrier on the lock screen anyway, so it's actually the first thing you'd see before unlocking your phone.

J_E

TempAc wrote: »

It says the carrier on the lock screen anyway, so it's actually the first thing you'd see before unlocking your phone.

Yep, and for long carrier names it completely obstructs any notifications.

ezra_pound

Looks like update is coming soon!

http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/moto-g-receiving-android-443-kitkat-ota-update-in-india-and-other-regions-537581?site=classic

pelemcg

Got this today from Tesco. But I can't get the screen protector off. I'm fairly handy at this but it's got me beaten. An Internet search turns up a bizarre YouTube result with someone wiping the Motorola logo off with nail varnish remover and leaving the rest of the (by now bubbling) protector on. Would anyone have any ideas? Thanks

ezra_pound

pelemcg wrote: »

Got this today from Tesco. But I can't get the screen protector off. I'm fairly handy at this but it's got me beaten. An Internet search turns up a bizarre YouTube result with someone wiping the Motorola logo off with nail varnish remover and leaving the rest of the (by now bubbling) protector on. Would anyone have any ideas? Thanks

Bottom left corner should have little tab.

projectgtr

as above there should be a white tab to pull like this

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pelemcg

projectgtr wrote: »

as above there should be a white tab to pull like this

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The tab is there alright, just won't come off. The better half's delicate nails can't even do it.
Thanks for the replies though

ezra_pound

pelemcg wrote: »

The tab is there alright, just won't come off. The better half's delicate nails can't even do it.
Thanks for the replies though

Mine was slightly stuck under the layer of glass and very hard to start but did come off. I think I got a little lift near the tab and with that was able to dislodge the tab from where it was stuck under the screen. Then it all peeled off fine.

xtx881

I like this mobile, and getting one for my dad on Father's Day :P

pelemcg

Got the protector off. (slaps forehead)

hogandrew

LadyLabyrinth wrote: »

Yup, I tried a few places in Dublin but mine was really badly cracked - I ordered a new screen online and took I to a few places and GSM on talbot street - just across from Buckleys butchers - out the new screen on for me, really quick and really good job.

Could u PM me where u bought the screen? How much was it to get fitted?

5p9arw38djv2b4

hogandrew wrote: »

Could u PM me where u bought the screen? How much was it to get fitted?

Bought it from Ali express from a link someone recommended earlier in this thread. Took about 10 days for delivery. They charged 15 to fit it in the shop and did it in an hour!

hogandrew

LadyLabyrinth wrote: »

Bought it from Ali express from a link someone recommended earlier in this thread. Took about 10 days for delivery. They charged 15 to fit it in the shop and did it in an hour!

Thanks

advertsfox

Pacifico wrote: »

Is there really no way of removing the carrier name from the notification bar and without rooting?!

Cydoniac wrote: »

I doubt it, it's not the carrier choice to put it there so much as it is the phone's own code. It's a silly place to put it really.

I flashed the US build to my missus Moto G, it's on 4.4.3 and no carrier shows in the notification bar. It never did but there is now a preference to disable it:

http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/06/05/motorola-fixes-the-carrier-id-status-bar-annoyance-in-4-4-3-update-by-making-it-completely-optional/

irishpancake

advertsfox wrote: »

I flashed the US build to my missus Moto G, it's on 4.4.3 and no carrier shows in the notification bar. It never did but there is now a preference to disable it:

http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/06/05/motorola-fixes-the-carrier-id-status-bar-annoyance-in-4-4-3-update-by-making-it-completely-optional/

Hi advertsfox, I also flashed the US Retail ROM, back in the day of KK's first roll-out.

I have a custom recovery and of course a rooted phone, plus there was something else in a system file, I think the notification about bootloader unlock removed, and a SystemUI patch to give H symbol where US only gives 3G.

I have blocked notifications of the new KK update, because I have read read I need Stock Recovery and System files must be as per original.

Did you encounter any problems with the OTA, if you have any or all of the above listed?

DERPY DERPFACE

How long did it take for 4.4.2 on the UK build versus US. Would it be the same for 4.4.3/4 would you say?

Tosty55

Do Tesco shops in the north have a mobile phone section where I could buy the Moto G or is Tescomobile only an online store?

mondeo

*Viber Issues

Has anyone got call issues with viber on kitkat? Viber has never worked properly on my G kitkat, it was fine on 4.3. The latest version of viber won't allow me to pick up incoming calls or make a call. Messages are fine but calls are a no no?.

I managed to get an older version of viber 4.1.1 to partially work. It often doesnt notify of incoming calls unless I have the app open on the screen in front of me.

Uninstalled reinstalled a dozen time to no effect. So annoying opening viber to find 5 missed calls.

Am I the only one?

projectgtr

Tosty55 wrote: »

Do Tesco shops in the north have a mobile phone section where I could buy the Moto G or is Tescomobile only an online store?

Yeah te one in Newry does, but id ring ahead tbh, i bought mine through the site and collected it instore, saves a wasted trip

DERPY DERPFACE

DERPY DERPFACE wrote: »

How long did it take for 4.4.2 on the UK build versus US. Would it be the same for 4.4.3/4 would you say?

Still no one has answered

advertsfox

DERPY DERPFACE wrote: »

Still no one has answered

Days / weeks maybe in between, 4.4.3 was out nearly immediately for my missus phone - same for loads of phones actually, even non stock ROMs. Googles altering their methods for incremental updates now.

Side note, I bought a Moto G for myself from Meteor online, using a Z1 now but fancy a phone that fits my tiny hands better Ordering a new Motorola grip case and will be flashing CM11 pronto.

irishpancake

advertsfox wrote: »

Days / weeks maybe in between, 4.4.3 was out nearly immediately for my missus phone - same for loads of phones actually, even non stock ROMs. Googles altering their methods for incremental updates now.

Side note, I bought a Moto G for myself from Meteor online, using a Z1 now but fancy a phone that fits my tiny hands better Ordering a new Motorola grip case and will be flashing CM11 pronto.

Hi again advertsfox...can I politely ask again:

irishpancake wrote: »

Hi advertsfox, I also flashed the US Retail ROM, back in the day of KK's first roll-out.

I have a custom recovery and of course a rooted phone, plus there was something else in a system file, I think the notification about bootloader unlock removed, and a SystemUI patch to give H symbol where US only gives 3G.

I have blocked notifications of the new KK update, because I have read I need Stock Recovery and System files must be as per original.

Did you encounter any problems with the OTA, if you have any or all of the above listed?

If no answer, that's OK, just in case you might know....

Cheers and thanks

advertsfox

irishpancake wrote: »

Hi again advertsfox...can I politely ask again:

If no answer, that's OK, just in case you might know....

Cheers and thanks

Didn't see that, my apologies.

Yes I believe it won't update because it will reboot and try run commands for the stock version.

I recommend flashing the ZIP linked below in CWM yourself (run a nandroid backup first though).

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53215844&postcount=77

honda boi

Had picked this phone up for the missus awhile ago.Problem is she giving out about storage space!.was wondering if this is any good,and if it will work on it?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00GXYKVM4?cache=d5a103a09618c2dbea16b4bd5c030ca5&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1403608211&sr=8-3#ref=mp_s_a_1_3

irishpancake

honda boi wrote: »

Had picked this phone up for the missus awhile ago.Problem is she giving out about storage space!.was wondering if this is any good,and if it will work on it?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00GXYKVM4?cache=d5a103a09618c2dbea16b4bd5c030ca5&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1403608211&sr=8-3#ref=mp_s_a_1_3

Just for info, check your version of Android:

Moto X, Moto G and Droid Mini/Ultra/Maxx Running Android 4.4

Android 4.4 KitKat update disables external USB storage access on both Moto X, Moto G and the Droid series (Mini, Ultra, Maxx). You now need to use a third party App to access the Meenova reader (or any other external card readers or USB sticks). Though now you don't need root privilege to write to USB storage on Moto G. We tested and verified the following options, all Apps available from Play Store:
Use App "Nexus Media Importer".
Use App "OTG Disk Explorer".
Use App "Total Commander" (free) and "USB Stick Plugin" (free and paid).
Install both Apps.
Plug-in the microSD card reader.
Start up "Total Commander" and it will show "USB Stick Plugin" as an option.
Select the "USB Stick Plugin".

Moto G Running 174.44.1 or 176.44.1 build of Android 4.4

The recent 174.44.1 build and 176.44.1 build of Android 4.4 update for Moto G re-enable external USB storage -- after installing the update, you no longer need the Apps listed above to use Meenova reader; you can access it directly from file manager Apps and other Apps. External USB storage is now located at "/storage/usbdisk".

I would take a look at this meenova, especially for the missus, nice colours...;)

$12 +$3 postage world-wide......

https://shopmeenova.appspot.com/

https://shopmeenova.appspot.com/st/p/m3r.html

$15 = €11......

buuttt, you also need to buy a micro-usb card, up to 32GB capacity.


But, the product you link is good, and 32GB included is mighty.....and it's available below, for €19.93, delivered free to Ireland:

http://www.memoryc.com/usb/otg-usb-drives/32gb-transcend-jetflash-380g-otg-usb2-flash-drive-silver-edition.html

Tosty55

Bought the Moto G today.

Went to tesco in enniskillen, the 16gb was for £149 locked on TescoMobile, which was about €175. On ebay bought an unlock code, for €2.50, got it unlocked. Bought a case and screen protector on ebay as well for about €5.

Overall price about €180, great phone so far.

advertsfox

Moto G arrived today from Meteor (I'm eMobile but original intention was to always toss the non fitted Meteor SIM so the SL will lock to me).

You have to love the €149 price Already ordered 2 Dbrand vinyls, used these on my Nexus 4 and love them (got the missus a yellow one, I ordere the white carbon).

https://dbrand.com/shop/moto-g

Also ordered the new Motorola Grip Case off Amazon for €15, looks great and snaps on the back and my vinly will fit it too.



Finally, I unlocked the bootloader - flashed CWM, CyanogenMod11 with 4.4.4 (guide below) and a new boot image (below) and I'm very happy altogether.

http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_falcon



http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2686441

robbie67

Has anyone having trouble with there bootloader my moto g saying device bootloader unlockably and wont give me an option for request unlock key thanks

Pov06

Not sure if it has been mentioned before but if you buy this phone in a Meteor/eMobile store, the phone will get a SIM lock to the first type of SIM card you insert.

So if you're on 48 or Tesco you can buy a Meteor phone and use the other SIM card as long as you insert that SIM the first time you run the phone.

Not sure about other retailers.

hufpc8w3adnk65

Lads got a moto g from amazon today but it's saying sim/ruim card is locked any ideas what that is?

Fresh Pots

MrMac84 wrote: »

Lads got a moto g from amazon today but it's saying sim/ruim card is locked any ideas what that is?

You have a pin on your sim. It's what you would have entered when you switched on your old phone.

hufpc8w3adnk65

Fresh Pots wrote: »

You have a pin on your sim. It's what you would have entered when you switched on your old phone.

Ya but it's not working when I enter it for some reason?

hufpc8w3adnk65

I got it... I'd too de activate the pin request on the sim

Tosty55

So since I bought my Moto G in the UK (NIreland) from tesco it is running some tesco branded ROM I'm guessing, in the about phone menu it mentions that the system version is TescoSL.en.GB.

When I turned on the phone for the first time and I had to choose a country and language it gave me no choice for Ireland, only United Kingdom, even after I unlocked my phone from the tesco network it still did not list Ireland, maybe I have to flash a generic Ireland ROM, I'm wondering what system version people have that bought the phone from meteor.

Also even though my phone works fine with my O2 sim now it sometimes for some reason switches over to a UK network, so instead of displaying O2-IRL it suddenly displays EE or VodafoneUK and says that I'm roaming, maybe this has something to do with the fact that the phone has a tesco branded ROM.

Any ideas on how to maybe get rid of the tesco branding, I've seen how to flash a generic UK retail ROM online but hey, I'm not in the UK.

Thanks, any help appreciated, this might not even be a big problem, and the network switching could be due to me living close to the border and constantly having bad O2 coverage. If anything this might help some other people wondering about the same thing(s).

DERPY DERPFACE

Tosty55 wrote: »

So since I bought my Moto G in the UK (NIreland) from tesco it is running some tesco branded ROM I'm guessing, in the about phone menu it mentions that the system version is TescoSL.en.GB.

When I turned on the phone for the first time and I had to choose a country and language it gave me no choice for Ireland, only United Kingdom, even after I unlocked my phone from the tesco network it still did not list Ireland, maybe I have to flash a generic Ireland ROM, I'm wondering what system version people have that bought the phone from meteor.

Any ideas on how to maybe get rid of the tesco branding, I've seen how to flash a generic UK retail ROM online but hey, I'm not in the UK.

Thanks, any help appreciated, this might not even be a big problem, and the network switching could be due to me living close to the border and constantly having bad O2 coverage. If anything this might help some other people wondering about the same thing(s).

The rom everyone here has is the generic UK rom.

Varkov

Trying to figure if I should pay €250 - €280 for a second hand 32GB HTC One M7 on Adverts rather than the €200 + €20 (32gb sd card) for the new 4G Moto-G.

Any opinions?

irishpancake

MrMac84 wrote: »

Lads got a moto g from amazon today but it's saying sim/ruim card is locked any ideas what that is?

You need a PUK1 code from your provider, but you can bypass/disable SIM code request somewhere in settings/security/set up SIM lock, but that is a bad policy.....

PUK is Personal Unlock Key.....

you should have it, in whatever SIM pack you got, but if you ring your provider, they can do it.

hufpc8w3adnk65

irishpancake wrote: »

You need a PUK1 code from your provider, but you can bypass/disable SIM code request somewhere in settings/security/set up SIM lock, but that is a bad policy.....

PUK is Personal Unlock Key.....

you should have it, in whatever SIM pack you got, but if you ring your provider, they can do it.

I put the sim into the old phone, turned off pin request and put it into the new phone then no prob

irishpancake

MrMac84 wrote: »

I put the sim into the old phone, turned off pin request and put it into the new phone then no prob

That's OK until someone robs it or you lose it or whatever....

you should contact your provider now and get the PUK code, unlock the locked SIM, and reset your own new PIN.

Your new phone deserves this

hufpc8w3adnk65

irishpancake wrote: »

That's OK until someone robs it or you lose it or whatever....

you should contact your provider now and get the PUK code, unlock the locked SIM, and reset your own new PIN.

Your new phone deserves this

Oh I thought I could just set the pin request now through the new phone? I think I have the puk somewhere

DjFlin

Varkov wrote: »

Trying to figure if I should pay €250 - €280 for a second hand 32GB HTC One M7 on Adverts rather than the €200 + €20 (32gb sd card) for the new 4G Moto-G.

Any opinions?

The HTC One is a better phone spec-wise (Aside from Battery). Problem is, the one on Adverts is used (I assume?), so you're not getting the full warranty, it could be a bit run down.
You also need to ask yourself how comfortable you are with a big phone. The Moto G is just about the right size for me, I'd rather not use anything bigger, but that part comes down to your own preferences.

I ordered a Moto G 4G from Expansys for €209.99 there yesterday myself. Have a 32GB MicroSD already.

Varkov

DjFlin wrote: »

The HTC One is a better phone spec-wise (Aside from Battery). Problem is, the one on Adverts is used (I assume?), so you're not getting the full warranty, it could be a bit run down.
You also need to ask yourself how comfortable you are with a big phone. The Moto G is just about the right size for me, I'd rather not use anything bigger, but that part comes down to your own preferences.

I ordered a Moto G 4G from Expansys for €209.99 there yesterday myself. Have a 32GB MicroSD already.

I was thinking as much. Even if the phone is physically in good nick, the battery (non removable) could be run down and no warranty.

My line up has been Desire > Sensation > Smart > Galaxy Mini > Sensation > SII so I'd be fairly used to the Moto-G's screen size.

Think I'll go for the Motorola alright.

philthrill69

Varkov wrote: »

Trying to figure if I should pay €250 - €280 for a second hand 32GB HTC One M7 on Adverts rather than the €200 + €20 (32gb sd card) for the new 4G Moto-G.

Any opinions?

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/moto-g-4g-lte-black-tesco-139-00-149-00-sim-free-1938953