Oneplus X

TheDoc

Well I've been experiencing much improvement with this update. 1080p playback appears fine with the constant buffering and freezing gone. Keyboard still has a bit of lag, but definitely quicker then before. Phone screens appear to be more reactive and slightly smoother.

Still annoyed its taken this long for an official update to come out to address these issues. I'm seeing on a number of threads I was following users suffering my issues reporting back the same improvement.

So will keep tabs on how things go, havn't noticed any issues with battery life since upgrading, although I've always found the battery life to be poor on this, and considering I'm at a desk most of the day I typically always have it on charge

testarossa40

Zascar wrote: »

Did anyone else have the problem with not being able to share or attach anything, some annoying warning about drawing over the screen?

Yes, real PITA to to sort out... I'd solved it by going into Settings/Apps/Configure apps (ie the gear icon)/Draw over other apps, toggle each listed app setting from Yes to No, then, go relaunch the app that originally popped up the error and follow the prompts to grant whatever permission it looking for (eg to access Storage, Contacts, etc). Then go back to the Draw over other apps list and reset to Yes. You could either repeat this tedious routine each time you encounter an affected app for the first time after upgrading, or, leave the Draw etc settings to No for few days as you go through your apps until you're confident you've set permissions for all the ones that require it.

jozi wrote: »

I think generally updating is fine but when there are a lot of changes (like upgrading to a new android version with many chances) I would do a factory reset as there's to much junk from several updates that can cause problems.

You guys experiencing problems would do well to factory reset, I'm almost certain it will fix all your problems and issues with the one drawback of having to backup everything and restore again

Much safer to do a Wipe Cache from Recovery menu as a first step (very effective at resolving such issues and does not affect any data or app settings) and only do a factory reset or system reinstall from full zip as second/last resorts...

1. Power off.
2. Press & hold Volume Down button and power back on. Then at recovery menu select:
3. English/Wipe data and cache/Wipe cache/Yes/Reboot

eoinf

Utah wrote: »

Battery life is shocking since update.
50% lost overnight last night

yeah ****ty battery since the update.

is there a paticular rom that is noted for good battery usage.

think my 12 month old phone's battery is fading regardless of the rom.

TheDoc

Put a full charge in last night just to see, and left phone idle (as I normally do) overnight, not plugged in. A good 50% worn off. Since reading about battery issues have been conscious to not leave my phone on charge to see, and am seeing the battery drain like mad.

I typically leave geo location, bluetooth and wifi enabled, as I tend to use it a lot and can't be arsed constantly toggling.

It's no major deal considering I leave the phone charging most of the day, but I see a potential issue with some driving, as my car charger isn't really the most powerful, and I don't see it charging up the phone while I'm using GPS navigation or Spotify.(And in most scenarios, I'd be using both at once, or a podcast app instead of spotify)

Useful.Idiot

mine loses like 5-10% overnight. I really struggle to see how massive battery drain can be caused by a software update.

TheDoc

Useful.Idiot wrote: »

mine loses like 5-10% overnight. I really struggle to see how massive battery drain can be caused by a software update.

I've seen it happen before with a bug introduced into an existing app or some of the phones functionality.

I know my Nexus 4 went through an awful update that when the Bluetooth was enabled battery would get drained like mad. There was another bug that the Wifi, even if connected, would keep like cycling to scan networks and eat battery. On a Samsung I had, using Microsoft Exchange as a mail provider in the default mail app would EAT battery due to how often it would fetch updates, introduced with a software release that made some UI improvements to the mail app.

I guess with issues like this you can only immediately say "when" it started happening, but until it gets narrowed down its tough to rule it out being potentially some of the base functionality, or a third party app being funny.

I know the Facebook app has caused issues on a number of Android phones in the past also, I'm in the beta programme on that and resource and battery usage goes through cycles of being a red flag issue on beta pilots from time to time.

jozi

Factory reset, solution to everything

Utah

Is it possible to do a factory reset without having to re download all the apps and lay them out again?! Really couldn't be arsed!

budgemook

Utah wrote: »

Is it possible to do a factory reset without having to re download all the apps and lay them out again?! Really couldn't be arsed!

Don't the apps download automatically for you after the factory reset?

FWIW my phone seems fine after the update. I charged it up yesterday evening before bed and the battery is at 54%. I don't think I've been using it that much today but it still seems normal. i'll keep an eye on it over the next while and factory reset if I think I need to. Hoping this fella keeps me going until the next generation of Androids come out.

OldMrBrennan83

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jozi

Apps will download but you'll lose, pictures, text, app shortcuts, widgets etc unless you backup stuff. I think you can probably restore but I'm not sure what you would use.

Utah

Going to transfer pics etc to the sd card and do the reset tomorrow.

mass_debater

Utah wrote: »

Going to transfer pics etc to the sd card and do the reset tomorrow.

Install Google photos and they'll upload to your Google account

budgemook

mass_debater wrote: »

Install Google photos and they'll upload to your Google account

Sure, but you either need to choose a lower quality for unlimited storage or pay Google when your free allowance (which is quite large) runs out. You're right though, I wouldn't bother backing up my phone photos now as I have them all up on Google and I still have a lot of storage left.

Utah

I didn't do a thing and last night I only lost 6% over 8 hours, that's what it was like before the update. Strange....

eoinf

Utah wrote: »

I didn't do a thing and last night I only lost 6% over 8 hours, that's what it was like before the update. Strange....

I switched to nova launcher and it resolved my battery issue. looking at the battery stats it was the one plus launcher consuming ~35% of the battery.

Utah

eoinf wrote: »

I switched to nova launcher and it resolved my battery issue. looking at the battery stats it was the one plus launcher consuming ~35% of the battery.

I also use nova so that wasn't the cause.
All is good now apart from the radio stopping working after 40 mins. Oneplus have raised the issue with their tech team, I won't hold my breath. Can just use radio apps instead.

stanley1980

ever since the update the other week I've been getting this error message popping up: 'Unfortunately, Google Play Store has stopped'. Anyone any suggestions?

cgill

stanley1980 wrote:

ever since the update the other week I've been getting this error message popping up: 'Unfortunately, Google Play Store has stopped'. Anyone any suggestions?

Disable Google+ in settings and then restart the phone

subscriber

Anyone know what is the best solution to fix the one plus x since this dodgy update a few days back??

I contacted one plus and they provided me with the following link to downgrade my sotware to the previous version in an attempt to resolve the issue but I'm not knowledgeable on rooting phones and installing new OS's and really don't know what I am doing:

https://boycracked.com/tag/downgrade-oneplus-x/

Since the update, my one plus x keeps stalling and lagging significantly and displaying the message that the one plus OS launcher has crashed. The battery life has also reduced by more than half. It drained by 65% in two hours this morning and usually it is pretty good for battery.

Any help with how to downgrade or revert to my previous software appreciated....or indeed a different solution??

stanley1980

cgill wrote: »

Disable Google+ in settings and then restart the phone

I can't find google+ in the settings?

cgill

stanley1980 wrote:

I can't find google+ in the settings?

Settings > Apps > Google + > Disable/Uninstall then restart your phone

stanley1980

cgill wrote: »

Settings > Apps > Google + > Disable/Uninstall then restart your phone

It worked! Thanks a million!:)

Zascar

I can't believe I never knew this, but if you press the power button twice quickly (when the screen is off) it bring you straight into the camera. Handy!

testarossa40

Zascar wrote: »

I can't believe I never knew this, but if you press the power button twice quickly (when the screen is off) it bring you straight into the camera. Handy!

Easier to draw a circle on the locked, standby screen

Zascar

True, but I find that often it does not work. You can double push the power button with just one hand, even while pulling it out of your pocket

testarossa40

Zascar wrote: »

True, but I find that often it does not work. You can double push the power button with just one hand, even while pulling it out of your pocket

Fair point!

delta214

Is anyone having problems with their SD card since the recent update? I keep getting 'Removed SanDisk SD Card' notifications.

HoggyRS

Has anyone experienced this issue? My one plus x has issues picking up mobile data networks (3g, 4g etc). It can work grand (grand not great, dont think its great at picking up wifi signals either) but then when it loses the data signal (such as if im in a remote area) it wont be able to find this signal again, even if im in an urban area again, without restarting the phone. Anyone have any idea why this is?

Manzoor14

HoggyRS wrote: »

when it loses the data signal (such as if im in a remote area) it wont be able to find this signal again, even if im in an urban area again, without restarting the phone. Anyone have any idea why this is?

I've had this exact same issue since I got the phone a year or so ago: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=97855806&postcount=438

I've had the issue on two devices on two networks (VF and Meteor) I think one or two others may have had the same issue. Never managed to get a fix for it and gave up looking months ago! Only happens every now and again for me, I can't find a pattern to it. I just keep an eye out for it and restart if needed.

dastardly00

HoggyRS wrote: »

when it loses the data signal (such as if im in a remote area) it wont be able to find this signal again, even if im in an urban area again, without restarting the phone. Anyone have any idea why this is?

Yes I have experienced this every now and again since I bought the phone back in February. What resolves it for me is if I turn on 'airplane mode' and then a few seconds later I turn it off. The phone usually manages to find data signal then.

learn_more

Am thinking of picking up a second-hand opx. Have my eye on a used perfect condition one for 150.

My very first smartphone had a oled screen which I loved but I found that white text looked very blurry and grainy especially when scrolling on the black background. Is this issue resolved with a 1080p res ?

How is the sound from the headphone jack? As long as it's okay I'm good. I'll prolly install viper4android anyaway.

I hate phone protectors and cases and will never ever use them. Is this the type of phone that picks up scratches easily even if you don't drop it ?

stanley1980

learn_more wrote: »

Am thinking of picking up a second-hand opx. Have my eye on a used perfect condition one for 150.

My very first smartphone had a oled screen which I loved but I found that white text looked very blurry and grainy especially when scrolling on the black background. Is this issue resolved with a 1080p res ?

How is the sound from the headphone jack? As long as it's okay I'm good. I'll prolly install viper4android anyaway.

I hate phone protectors and cases and will never ever use them. Is this the type of phone that picks up scratches easily even if you don't drop it ?

I've had mine for over a year now and overall I'm delighted with it. The screen quality is excellent to my mind.The audio while nothing special is adequate-it hasn't been an issue for me at least. The phone has performed flawlessly. I havent had any issues e.g. glitches and it hasn't slowed down even a bit which is fantastic. I would definitely get a case if I were you. The phone is very prone to scratches and I cracked the glass on the back in a matter of weeks! I recently bought a flip case from oneplus which is excellent-wish I'd had it from the start. Overall, for the price paid this has been a brilliant phone. I'll try to get another year out of it and then upgrade to the oneplus 3t.

testarossa40

stanley1980 wrote: »

I've had mine for over a year now and overall I'm delighted with it. The screen quality is excellent to my mind.The audio while nothing special is adequate-it hasn't been an issue for me at least. The phone has performed flawlessly. I havent had any issues e.g. glitches and it hasn't slowed down even a bit which is fantastic. I would definitely get a case if I were you. The phone is very prone to scratches and I cracked the glass on the back in a matter of weeks! I recently bought a flip case from oneplus which is excellent-wish I'd had it from the start. Overall, for the price paid this has been a brilliant phone. I'll try to get another year out of it and then upgrade to the oneplus 3t.

110% agree with Stanley... And mine's just passed it's first birthday too! Phone came with a free clear soft silicone case when I ordered it.

NATLOR

I would also recommend this phone, screen quality is excellent and audio is fine.
With the phone having an all glass body i would definately recommend getting a case

MackMack

I got a very slim case on ebay for mine, only adds a few mm to the size and keeps it protected from scratches etc. Only problem I have with the phone is the FM radio part is crap but everything else is great.

Charles Babbage

MackMack wrote: »

I got a very slim case on ebay for mine, only adds a few mm to the size and keeps it protected from scratches etc. Only problem I have with the phone is the FM radio part is crap but everything else is great.

I've had a Oneplus X for 9 months or so and was very happy, other than some problems picking up the data signal as noted by another poster above. However, the screen developed a fault without having been subject to any obvious trauma. This cost €83 to repair. I had a screen protector and a slimline case, but I would be concerned that a slimline case would stop scratches but not shock, so I've sent off for a more rubbery one, less elegant perhaps, but more impact protection.

Manzoor14

Dropped my OPX last night, screen cracked in the corner, disaster!! I'm fuming over it, love this phone, can't fault in anyway for my day to day use.

Did anyone manage to find somewhere in Dublin to repair this after? Phone is getting close to 2 years old now so i'm reluctant to pay full whack with OnePlus, but i'd love to get another bit of life outa this phone.

bren2001 wrote: »

My Mam cracked her OPX screen last week. Is their anywhere in Dublin to get it fixed? She's gone into a few places to be told no.

mass_debater wrote: »

Anyone got Oneplus to replace a cracked screen? If so how much?

emo72

Manzoor14 wrote: »

Dropped my OPX last night, screen cracked in the corner, disaster!! I'm fuming over it, love this phone, can't fault in anyway for my day to day use.

Did anyone manage to find somewhere in Dublin to repair this after? Phone is getting close to 2 years old now so i'm reluctant to pay full whack with OnePlus, but i'd love to get another bit of life outa this phone.

Oneplus repaired mine for 80 or 90 euro including couriers fee to Poland. The job was perfect. Best thing to do really.

Manzoor14

emo72 wrote: »

Oneplus repaired mine for 80 or 90 euro including couriers fee to Poland. The job was perfect. Best thing to do really.

Nice one, thanks! For some reason I thought they were charging €120+ for this. Roughly wow long did it take can you remember? Couple of weeks?

emo72

Manzoor14 wrote: »

Nice one, thanks! For some reason I thought they were charging €120+ for this. Roughly wow long did it take can you remember? Couple of weeks?

Might have been 2 weeks, not too long. I found the service to be decent to be honest. Open up a ticket on their website and take it from there.

Pacifico

Sorry for dragging up such an old thread but was wondering if anyone here can help!

Recently picked up a OPX that the previous owner had rooted and put on TWRP. I wanted to go back to stock but didn't really read up on what i was attempting! Long story short the phone will not boot and is stuck in the Powered by Android screen and the OP logo.

All i can get into is the fastboot screen....

Any ideas?!

5star02707

Pacifico wrote: »

Sorry for dragging up such an old thread but was wondering if anyone here can help!

Recently picked up a OPX that the previous owner had rooted and put on TWRP. I wanted to go back to stock but didn't really read up on what i was attempting! Long story short the phone will not boot and is stuck in the Powered by Android screen and the OP logo.

All i can get into is the fastboot screen....

Any ideas?!

Flash TWRP recovery again and inside TWRP flash the stock rom afterwards

should be able to work

Pacifico

5star02707 wrote: »

Flash TWRP recovery again and inside TWRP flash the stock rom afterwards

should be able to work

Thanks but unfortunately the bootloader is locked...and as there is no working version of Android on it I can't get in to change the settings in developer options.

Is there any other way of unlocking the bootloader?!

yellowbear

Pacifico wrote: »

5star02707 wrote: »

Flash TWRP recovery again and inside TWRP flash the stock rom afterwards

should be able to work

Thanks but unfortunately the bootloader is locked...and as there is no working version of Android on it I can't get in to change the settings in developer options.

Is there any other way of unlocking the bootloader?!

Did you relock the bootloader? If twrp and custom rom were already on it the bootloader must have been unlocked.
Have you tried xda there is guides to unbricking the phone there.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-x

Pacifico

yellowbear wrote: »

Did you relock the bootloader? If twrp and custom rom were already on it the bootloader must have been unlocked.
Have you tried xda there is guides to unbricking the phone there.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-x

Yeah I followed the guide in this thread:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-x/general/guide-mega-unbrick-guide-hard-bricked-t3272108

So I'm guessing that app relocked the bootloader? It was unlocked as you said because TWRP was on the phone!