Samsung Galaxy S5 won't turn on: why and how to solve the problem. Samsung Galaxy S5: no breakthrough happened Problems with Wi-Fi
Experience has shown that every smartphone has its own specific problems, and the Galaxy S5 is no exception. If we are lucky in that the problem is widespread, then the solution will quickly become known. However, this does not always happen, and some problems only appear over time or after a new Android update. Below we present the 10 most common problems and ways to solve them.
My Galaxy S5 is slow
Even after updating your Galaxy S5's Android to Lollipop, the TouchWiz interface is still sluggish. The only thing you can do about bloated software is to disable as many different applications as possible using an application manager. These apps will appear in a new Disabled Apps tab, and you can enable them later if you wish.
You can also replace TouchWiz with another, faster launcher.
If you don't want to part with TouchWiz, you can turn off animations and transitions, get rid of the S Voice shortcut, remove unnecessary widgets, take control of apps and services, and clear the system cache or app cache.
My Galaxy S5 battery is draining too quickly
The S5 troubleshooting guide wouldn't be complete without a section on battery drain. By the way, the problem of battery discharge is one of the most common Galaxy problems S5. If you want quick solutions to your problems, you can try the tips below.
Reboot your phone, clear the cache partition, adjust the screen saver time, adjust the display brightness, and make sure your other settings aren't draining your battery. If your battery is running low after a new Android update, then you can back up your data and then do a factory reset.
My Galaxy S5 camera crashes
If you find that your phone's camera is failing, there are a few options you can try. First of all, turn off your phone and wait a minute, then turn it on again. This simple scheme helps very often.
Next, try turning video stabilization on and off. By the way, this solution was one of the first for such a problem, and you can do this in the camera settings. Simply open the camera app, tap the gear icon, then tap Video Stabilization until you see the Off icon.
Plus, you probably need to clear your camera app data. Check if you have backup your photos, then go to Settings > Application Manager > Camera and clear the cache and data. If this does not help, then try using another camera app downloaded from the Play Store.
If the camera closes unexpectedly, with the message “Camera failed” or “Camera application not responding,” then this is more serious. All this suggests that the problem is related to the hardware, and this problem is observed in some Galaxy S5. If your phone is one of them, you should report it to Samsung or contact your phone retailer.
My Galaxy S5 is damaged by water
The Galaxy S5 may be waterproof, but there are sure to be people who confuse the concept of "water-repellent" and "waterproof" and plunge their phones into the bath with gleeful faces. Therefore, it is not surprising that this often leads to the failure of phones due to water getting into them.
Our advice is to always make sure the battery cover is firmly pressed down, and try not to expose your S5 to more than the pressure of a light rain. Also, you shouldn't go anywhere that has bleach, the ocean, or just anything with water.
In case your phone stops working after getting wet, do not try to turn it on. Take it apart and dry it with a paper towel, then put the pieces in an absorbent bag for a day or two. After this time, you can reassemble the phone and try to turn it on. If the phone does not turn on, you will have to take it to service center for repairs.
Galaxy S5 overheating problems
If your Galaxy S5 is overheating, there could be a few things causing it. It could be some app that is malfunctioning, so pay extra attention at this point when your phone starts to overheat. If your phone always gets warm while using a particular app, then you should probably reinstall it. Also open the " Running applications» in the application manager and check them out ( upper part list). Check if all of them are running.
Additionally, you can run a performance test to find out if it is simply the main processor running under heavy load that is causing the problem. Of course, increased display time will always lead to heat, as will games with complex graphics, various tasks and increased ambient temperatures. There is no specific solution to the problem if your phone is working under heavy load.
But if your Galaxy S5 gets warm while doing normal things (excluding heavy video games or watching videos with the charger), then you should check the battery and find out if it is swollen or if it has an electrolyte leak. If your phone is still experiencing problems with overheating, then you need to take it to a specialist for a professional inspection and diagnosis.
Galaxy S5 display problems
If you're having trouble with your S5's auto-brightness levels—the display is too bright or too dark in low-light conditions—then you may have a dirty or faulty light sensor. Check to see if there is any dirt or small debris on it. If you see something under the glass above this sensor, then in this case you may need the help of a repair specialist.
Many people also suffer from ghosting, which is caused by images remaining on the screen in the form of a faintly blurred background or remnants of images. Sometimes this problem can be solved if you pay the necessary attention to the elements present on the display that cause such “influxes”, for example, a widget that is constantly on the display or a clock icon.
There are available applications, which with a high degree of probability are able to smooth out the effect of “surges”. We can't say for sure how effective these apps are, but they're worth a try. Another way to minimize screen bleed is to manually set the display brightness to a low level in order to reduce the likelihood of a backlit screen.
Galaxy S5 sensor responsiveness issues
Many users noted the lack of calibration on the touch sensor of the Galaxy S5, that is, the smartphone did not respond to touching the display exactly at the point of contact, but a few millimeters on both sides. And, although Samsung has released updates to correct this shortcoming, some S5 owners are still faced with the problem of inadequate screen sensor response.
Regarding this problem, we can give the following advice: consult the secret service menu of your phone for help. To access this menu, open the dialer and enter the code *#0*#. Enter the Touch sector and check how well your phone responds to touch input. If you have problems that an OS update or factory reset couldn't fix, then you'll have to take your phone to a specialist for an examination.
Problems with the Galaxy S5 fingerprint scanner
Now let's talk about the fingerprint scanner. From our personal experience, we can say that this scanner does not always work correctly, although it has received some improvements thanks to various updates.
Assuming on our part that you don't swipe too quickly, sideways, or with a sweaty finger, the first thing you should do is make sure you're storing your fingerprint in the phone's memory correctly.
Pay attention to exactly how you swipe your finger (make a swipe gesture. It also depends on how you hold the phone). If you register your fingerprint while holding your phone in an unusual way, you should not expect success in the future. Also, register your fingerprints using different methods. Remember, you can always register new fingerprints if you have any problems with them.
Wi-Fi problems
The Galaxy S5 also has problems with Wi-Fi. We won't list them in detail, but let's just say that this phone has an option that can automatically turn off Wi-Fi if the connection quality is poor. This feature is called Smart Exchange and it is capable of switching your connection to cellular network data transfer if the Wi-Fi signal becomes weak. So you should make sure that your Wi-Fi problem has nothing to do with this. To check, use the diagram: “Settings” > “Wi-Fi Settings” > “Switching Smart Network”.
Wi-Fi problems can also occur when you log into Google Play Store or open another application. If you think your Wi-Fi problems are related to an app, try disabling it using the app manager and then see if the problem goes away. You can also clear the application cache that may be causing shutdowns (or the entire system cache at once), or read our guide on how to improve wifi signal on Android.
Unexpected "death"
At first glance, this problem may seem like the end of your smartphone. Sudden failure (the so-called bug) was a specific problem with the Galaxy S3, and this problem was also observed in other Samsung Galaxy devices.
If your Galaxy S5 starts shutting down without warning, is acting erratically, or doesn't want to turn on at all (provided your battery is charged), then you have no choice but to do a factory reset. This process will delete all your data, so be sure to back it up.
If suddenly this does not give results, then in this case you have a direct route to the Samsung service center. If the problem is with an internal component of the phone, or motherboard, then the specialists of such a center will probably have to help you.
Have you found a solution to any of your problems with the Galaxy S5? Let us know how we can help you.
You take out your phone Samsung Galaxy S5 from your pocket or bag, but the screen treacherously does not light up, there is no sound, and in general, the phone does not respond to any of your actions. The first thing that comes to mind is that the battery is dead. It would be the best option in your situation, but often the problem is somewhat more complex.
Why won't Samsung Galaxy S5 turn on?
A modern phone, in fact, is no different from a computer, so it can freeze, glitch, behave strangely and incomprehensibly. This is usually due to the unbridled zeal of the owner of the device to install necessary and unnecessary software, install Root rights, and ignore anti-virus programs.
Another reason why Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphones die is firmware updates. Unfortunately, the Android operating system is not perfect. In each version, the developers consistently eliminate old errors, but make new ones. For some phone models they are not significant, but for others they can be fatal.
Generally, there are a few main reasons why a device might show a telltale dark screen.
But not only software problems can make a phone unviable; the hardware also fails. Main reasons:
- moisture;
- blows;
- manufacturing defect.
Any mobile phone consumes electricity and cannot work without a working and charged battery. Common energy-related problems fall into several types:
- battery failure;
- charger failure;
- loss of contact in the power connector.
How to solve the problem
If the phone stops turning on after failed update If so, the problem can usually be solved with little effort. Many advisers say that it is enough to return to the factory settings, and the smartphone will become operational. But how to do this if the device does not turn on.
The best thing to do is try to turn on the phone using a hard reset
For G alaxy S 5, it is necessary to perform several sequential operations:
- Disconnect the battery and reconnect after a few seconds.
- Press and hold three buttons simultaneously: “Home” (in the center of the device), “Volume” to maximum and “Power”.
- When Samsung appears, release Power On.
- You enter the “Recovery Menu” data recovery mode.
- Find the item “Wipe data / factory reset” and click the “Power” button.
- Confirm item “Yes - delete all user data.”
- After some time, after clearing the memory, select “Reboot system now”.
- The system will reboot, and if there are no other problems, the phone will work like new.
Do not forget that returning to factory settings will lead to the loss of all data and installed applications.
What to do if your smartphone encounters water
If your phone gets wet or falls into water, try to disconnect the battery as quickly as possible. If the electronics have not yet failed, then it is enough to dry the device by opening its case. But in many cases the phone will have to be sent in for repair. Even if it was possible to resuscitate the device, its performance will remain at risk. Moisture, especially sea moisture, will gradually contribute to the corrosion of the printed circuit board elements and clogging of the moving elements of the vibrator. Therefore, after “bathing”, the smart phone must undergo thorough internal cleaning.
Those who like to hold the phone in their hand and constantly press the power button to calm their nerves run the risk that the phone will not turn on at the most necessary moment. It is easy to replace the button yourself, for those who know how to hold tweezers and a screwdriver. To do this, there is no need to completely disassemble the phone. It is enough to pry the button cover with tweezers or a screwdriver and disconnect the cable. To make sure that the phone does not turn on precisely because of the button, it is enough to close the contacts on the motherboard at the place where the cable is connected. If the device turns on, feel free to change the button. It's hardly worth repairing.
The Galaxy S5 may also not turn on due to the banal reason of the power connector failure. As a temporary and emergency option, you can use the “toad”. This device allows you to charge your battery without your phone. But in this case, the phone will be out of communication while charging. In addition, batteries often fail after several “toad” charging cycles.
Phandroid columnist Chris Chavez writes that his mother often tells him that he will never find the perfect woman, only the perfect one for himself. This is how he began his sad story about the Galaxy S5. Since Android is at the peak of its popularity now, manufacturers are spending a lot of time on customizing it. And not everyone likes these modified versions of the operating system. After a week of owning the Samsung Galaxy S5, Chris Chavez came to the conclusion that this smartphone was not for him.
He wanted and tried to “make friends” with him. Friends and family warned him that buying a Galaxy S5 would be a disappointment, but he ignored their advice and bought the phone anyway. Why did he act against all advice? He was attracted by two features of this device: the SAMOLED display and the high-resolution ISOCELL camera.
Samsung Galaxy S5 is nothing but praise. Especially for . It is sometimes noted that the plastic body of a dream smartphone does not evoke warm emotions. But it so happened that one of the users of this phone counted as many as eight features of the device that they hated.
And having convinced himself that TouchWiz was not as annoying an add-on as before, he made the mistake of buying this phone. And he counted as many as eight shortcomings in him that he not only didn’t like. Chris hates them!
Chris considers himself a patient person. But his patience extends to children and animals. He doesn't tend to be patient with electronics. Since he had an HTC One (M7), Nexus 5 and LG G2, he was used to the lack of lag in operation.
He is annoyed by the fact that a smartphone that is based on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor and well-optimized operating system Android KitKat still shows delays.
When you wake up your phone from sleep mode, you have to wait for the keyboard to appear. And this is just one example. Delay after delay, and Chris is not ready to accept them. At night, he had nightmares about the phone giving out more and more delays, and he woke up in a cold sweat.
But the question immediately arises: is a delay of 0.8 seconds really capable of upsetting a person so much? Of course not! But there is no pleasure in paying huge amounts of money for a phone that behaves in such a manner unworthy of its premium positioning.
2. Limited internal storage capacity
The ability to insert a memory card into the phone is quite attractive. Provided that the applications support external storage. Are there really that many apps other than games that can be moved to a memory card? Without rooting it will not work, but the smartphone . You may have a 128GB microSD card in your smartphone, but 16GB of internal storage will still be sixteen gigabytes.
3. Touch screen too sensitive
This is not to say, of course, that the Galaxy S5 display does not respond to touch at all. On the contrary, he is too sensitive. Yes, at first glance, the reason for the discontent is unclear. But when Chris slowly types on the keyboard, the phone recognizes his touches as long presses. And he had no intention of doing this at all.
And also these newfangled contactless “air” gestures “Air gesture”. This means the phone can recognize your taps even if you're wearing gloves. Sounds attractive? But it causes misunderstandings when working with the device. Fortunately, this “contactless misunderstanding” can be turned off. Chris has done this since the very first day he used his new smartphone and believes that it is “a great idea that would have been better off remaining on paper.” But even with touchless gestures disabled Galaxy screen The S5 remains overly sensitive.
4. Has the camera been overpraised?
Yes, the Galaxy S5's camera is great! What it is is what it is... if you shoot on a nice day. But the camera problem lies on a slightly different plane. If you shoot indoors or on a cloudy day or in a romantic, that is, dimly lit restaurant, then the pictures turn out... almost impossible.
5. S Emoji
KitKat's OS-wide emoji support is excellent new feature, but look at what Samsung did with it! The most terrifying emoji known to iPhone users. And why can’t the user do anything about it, even change them? Why were the default emoticons on Android not enough?
6. Chrome trim
On this issue, Chris is ready to agree that it is a matter of taste. He has an aversion to chrome. And he doesn’t want to see it in his electronics. When he looks at the chrome rim of his smartphone, he remembers those ideas about the future that existed in the fifties of the last century. Chris considers it to be an example of truly modern smartphone design.
The chrome bezel reminds him of his lips, from which the phone screen sticks out. At the same time, the Nexus 4 deserves high praise for its beveled bezel. And something similar is implemented in HTC Sensation.
7. USB port plug and lack of wireless charging
Before USB 3.1 became the new standard, it was not easy to insert a USB cable into a smartphone. It took a lot of concentration and thinking about how to do it right. Even if this was annoying, then the need to remove the plastic plug from the port every time cannot be considered a convenience. Everyone understands why it is needed. To ensure Galaxy S5 meets IP67 dust and water resistance certification. All this is true, but using the phone does not become more convenient from understanding the reasons why the designers took such a step. People with short nails find it difficult to remove this plug.
It's a pity that Samsung didn't provide wireless charging his flagship smartphone. Yes, of course, you can spend another $30 and order it directly from Samsung. But why is it not included in the standard phone package?
8. Home button that scans your fingerprint
When Apple integrated a fingerprint scanner into its iPhone 5S, the feature was implemented well. The function provides a medium level of security. The user can press the button as usual. But on home screen The phone will only allow it if it recognizes the fingerprint. This, of course, is not complete protection, but it protects against the fact that someone will peep into your phone.
But in the Galaxy S5, the fingerprint scanner is in Home button. It would seem that everything is wonderful! But using the function is difficult. You'll have to swipe the button with your finger instead of just pressing it. Chris wonders why such difficulties?
As a result, every time you need to unlock your phone, you have to use both hands. Is there any reason for dissatisfaction? At first glance, this is nothing. But one of your hands is often busy. Maybe you hold on to a handrail in a vehicle, or hold a drink or food in it. Require two free hands to easily unlock your phone! Is this too much precaution?
Concluding his critical narrative, Chris reminds us that this is just the personal opinion of one of the bloggers. And there are things he likes about the Galaxy S5. This includes a long battery life without recharging, a Super AMOLED display with saturation control, a camera (if you shoot with it on a clear day), ultra-fast 2A charging, and the fact that the phone’s battery is removable, and the phone itself is quite resistant to various weather conditions . All these excellent qualities of the smartphone, alas, are outweighed by its “disadvantages”. Galaxy S5, no doubt, but not all users are ready to accept it for what it is.
Do you agree with Chris Chavez that these eight shortcomings of the Samsung Galaxy S5 spoil the smartphone experience as much as he believes? And are these shortcomings or just minor annoying little things that make no sense to think about?
Galaxy S5 added a row useful features, in particular latest interface from Google - Material Design. However, along with many convenient innovations, the update also brought some problems. For example, many users note a deterioration in the performance of their smartphone in some respects. Despite the inconvenience for most owners Android smartphones I like 5.0: productivity has increased, the interface has become more convenient, new functions have appeared. In most cases, there are no problems, but for some users there are still some things that leave much to be desired.
Solving battery life issues on Galaxy S5 with Lollipop
First of all, among the advantages of the new operating shell is improved performance relative to Android 4.4 KitKat. However, there are many reports from the public that the autonomy of the smartphone has deteriorated - the battery is draining faster. Apparently, the accelerated discharge is associated with the operation of third-party applications. To eliminate this unpleasant effect, it is recommended to switch to Safe Mode(Safe Mode). In this mode third party applications are turned off, making it possible to identify the most voracious of them. Of course, it’s unpleasant to part with a program that is convenient at first glance, but this will have to be done in order to achieve a longer lasting battery life devices without recharging.Switching your smartphone to "Safe Mode":
1. You need to turn off the gadget, then hold down the key combination for a few seconds: power + volume down button.
2. After the phone boots up, you can release the power key, but you should continue to hold the volume button.
3. If everything is done correctly, a message will appear on the screen in the lower left part.
Experienced users recommend installing app updates as soon as they are released, as they contain fixes for problems with previous versions and improvements to performance and energy efficiency.
You should also restart your smartphone from time to time, due to which some running services will be stopped. To save battery power, you should not keep Bluetooth and NFC services constantly turned on, and also refrain from installing power-hungry “live wallpapers”. This beautiful, but non-functional screensaver can consume quite a lot of battery power.
Wi-Fi problems on Galaxy S5 with Lollipop. Solution methods.
Many users have reported problems with their Wi-Fi wireless connection. Unfortunately, during updates, developers often do not notice some of the shortcomings of the new software. In particular, complaints are received not only about the low speed of downloading and uploading data, but also about frequent disconnections of the device from active wireless networks. There are a number of methods to improve Wi-Fi stability.First of all, you need to perform a normal reboot of your Galaxy S5. Rebooting the local router may also help. To do this, turn off the router for half a minute, and then start it again. Similar operations are performed with modems. In a situation where such actions did not lead to the desired result, you need to check for updates to the router firmware. Often these measures do not give any noticeable effect - in this case you need to try to properly configure the smartphone itself.
To begin with, it is recommended to delete problematic Wi-Fi networks using the option (“Forget network”). It is available in the connection settings. To restore the network, just connect to it again and enter the correct password.
You should also definitely pay attention to the Power Saving Mode, which has settings that are responsible for imposing a number of restrictions on wireless Wi-Fi connections. To change these settings, you need to go to the corresponding item in the device settings menu. Very often problems with normal functionality wireless connections caused precisely by incorrect settings of the energy-saving mode.
If the tips above did not help you establish communication, it’s worth updating installed applications. Another method: go to safe mode, where you can easily determine which applications are having a negative effect on Wi-Fi or other functions. Sometimes the cause of connection instability is a low-quality router. In this case, you should try connecting to another router that uses an alternative software and hardware.
How to troubleshoot Bluetooth on Samsung Galaxy S5 with Lollipop?
The performance of Bluetooth is often affected by critical Android OS updates. Unfortunately, this statement is also true for Lollipop on Galaxy smartphones S5. After receiving an excellent update in many respects, users noticed that Bluetooth connections began to drop from time to time. There are a number of recommendations that give a chance to eliminate this unpleasant effect.If the Bluetooth connection periodically freezes, users should first turn this type of connection off and on. This can be done from the settings menu by going to the "Bluetooth" section. There you need to disable the service for a few seconds, and then start it again. If instability continues, you need to delete already established connections, and then restore the previous connections.
Problems often arise when connecting to a car's Bluetooth. Each car has its own communication algorithm, so you should first read the instructions for the car. After rebooting the connection and temporarily deleting existing pairings, you should try establishing a Bluetooth connection again.
Samsung Galaxy S5 has been released for exactly a year now and we can already see the difference in performance when comparing it with the new one Galaxy flagship S6. Yes, new smartphone technically more advanced, but this does not mean that it is time to get rid of its predecessor if you want to get a phone faster.
Over time, the Galaxy S5 may become slower and usually require a factory reset. However, you can still find ways to improve the performance of your Galaxy S5. Below you will see some fairly simple tips and choose something that suits you.
Get rid of TouchWiz
One of the main reasons for slow performance Samsung smartphones is overloaded with TouchWiz capabilities. Please note that installing a custom launcher may solve the problem with slow work and lags, but this will mean that you will be forced to give up many features that are only available in TouchWiz. You can find a compromise if you find a decent alternative launcher, of which there are many on Google Play: Apex, Buzz, Action, Nova, Next and many others.Disabling startup apps
As soon as you received the Galaxy S5 after purchasing it, some applications were already running on it. They often require quite a lot of smartphone resources and, as you can imagine, this slows down the device. If you already have root rights, then you can configure the system yourself and freeze the operation of almost any application that you do not need when starting your smartphone. Advanced Task Manager will best help you with this. You don't even need root rights for it to work.Another option is to allow App Manager to access your system so you can disable any apps you don't use. In addition, you should make sure that everything Google apps not set up for automatic synchronization. This also slows down the device a lot, especially if many applications are trying to sync at the same time. And don’t forget about updates - if one application asks for updates, then that’s not so bad. But if there are 20 of them? Think about this: is it worth allowing programs to download updates on their own without your knowledge?
