Meetoo Most Galaxy S3’s have received the Android 4.3 update for quite some time now, but that doesn’t mean there is an end to the problems, much to the frustration of many S3 users. Verizon clients in particular seem to not be getting a break either, problems emerging from every nook and cranny of their Samsung device. We’ve had a ton of people complaining about Android 4.3 problems on the Galaxy S3 in our forum, and have already offered solutions to some of these problems in the past. If you still need help though, don’t despair, here are some more fixes to other issues. I certainly hope the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update won’t be littered with bugs, like with the Galaxy S4.
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Mobile data use is out of control
Chances are when this is happening is that you have some apps that are using excessive amounts of your data, so it comes down toa question of better managing these data-sucking apps. There are many useful apps in the Google Play Store that will monitor data consumption, like Android Assistant, SD Maid or other apps to boost your Android system performance. You can also look into the settings of your phone and then ‘Data usage’. Here, swipe down to see how much data each app is using. If you notice that one is using a lot of it, it may be wise to uninstall it.
In Settings, under Data Usage, you will find a lot of info about which apps use the most data. © AndroidPIT
WiFi disconnects constantly
This is an issue that we’ve been seeing for quite some time now. Though it could just bea matter of proper setup. Head to your homescreen and tap on the menu button and then settings. From here, you want to select the ‘Connections’ tab and choose Wi-Fi. Again, tap on the menu key and then ‘Advanced’. Here you will find some other helpful options: you want to make sure that ‘Keep WiFi on during sleep’ has been switched to ‘Always’ and that the ‘Auto-connect’ option is unchecked.
Head to the settings, then WiFi and hit the menu button. Choose Advanced. © AndroidPIT
We’ve also heard thatturning off the power-saving modewill work, this function often leading to a WiFi disconnect. To do this, simply open the notifications bar by swiping down and deselect the power saving toggle. If you can’t find it in the Quick Settings, tap on the Settings icon (cogwheel), scroll down to ‘Power saving mode’ and then switch it to ‘off’.
If this isn’t working, another thing you could do is toreflash the last workable modem firmware for your specific countryvia Odin. Simply go to the SamMobile websiteto find the appropriate firmware. If you are more advanced and are able to flash firmware manually on a rooted S3, then check out the XDA developer’s forum threadfor a plausible solution. Though I have not tried this fix, it seems to have worked for many users. Hopefully one of these options have helped.
Bluetooth disconnection problems
Again, this problem seems to be plaguing Galaxy S3 owners since the 4.3 update, a complaint that has been manifested in many of AndroidPIT forum threads. Apparently the Galaxy S3 is struggling to pair with Bluetooth 4.0 or Smart Ready (BLE) apps and accessories, despite Samsung marketing the phone as Smart Ready compatible. What many are stipulating, is that the when the Galaxy S3 was updated, many of the older cached data become incompatible with the higher version of Bluetooth. First try to remove the pairing, reboot your smartphone and then try to repair. It is also a good idea to clear the data by performing a factory reset for the Galaxy S3(please backupnot only app of your data, but also your game settings, photos, videos, messages, app data etc).
You can also try asoft resetto delete any temporary files that may be causing the issue:
Press and hold the Power key, tap Power off, and then tap OK to turn your Samsung Galaxy S III off.
Remove the battery. After 30 seconds, reinsert the battery.
Press and hold the Power key to turn your Samsung Galaxy S III back on.
Test your device to see if the issue is resolved.
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Finally, something as simple as an app can get rid of your Bluetooth woes, such asA2DP Connect.
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Calls arrive but phone doesn’t ring
This can be really annoying and it has happened to me a lot. The phone will ring, you’ll see the animation come up on your display, but there is no sound or it is delayed and the person hangs up before the ringtone even commences. Annoying? Heck yes!
First off, you may have set a ringtone for a particular contact and when that person calls,the system cannot locate the audio files. Your settings may be messed up ever since the update, which is why a Galaxy S3 factory reset might do the trick to fixing the problem. Remember, as always, to ensure that all of your data is backed up. You can also set up a new ringtone for that person and see if that works.
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Unfortunately Gallery has stopped
This isn’t just a Galaxy S3 problem, I believe it also affects other Samsung smartphones from what we’ve been hearing in the forum. Some believe it to have to do with the Paper Artist app , and by disabling this app in the settings, your Gallery app problems will disappear.
I’ve also read that theAndroid OS often gets ‘impatient’ with apps that take longer to load, which is often the case with pictures. The system will automatically close the app in question so that it doesn’t interfere negatively with the running of other apps and services. Just like with computers and smartphones, if your internal storage is quite full, this will cause some things to malfunction.
There are many possible solutions for this problem, but one should work! © AndroidPIT/Google
What you should do isbackup your photoseither onto your computer, a cloud service or an external source (which you should do anyways, regardless of this problem). After this, head to the setting of your S3, then ‘Applications manager’, swipe to the left until you see ‘All’ apps and scroll down to the Gallery app. Here you are going to want to first disable the app, then force close it, clear the cache and the clear the data. Press Ok to confirm.
Battery issues and other problems
If you are getting battery problems, please check out the multitude of articles we have written on the subject, such as 16 ways to improve battery life. You can also consult our other articles,' Solutions to Android 4.3 problems on Galaxy S3' as well as 5 more tips to fix Android 4.3 problems on Galaxy S3. Here you will find solutions for recurring download notifications, lockscreen lags, battery problems, multi-window issues, notification woes, etc.
If you have a problem not mentioned above, please ask in the comments or in the forum.