XDA Developers is a solid choice, campbelljeremiah! They have dedicated threads for older devices like the S2, valuable for finding ROMs and user experiences.
Also, be prepared for potential issues like boot loops! If it happens, using Recovery Mode can help. But, sigh, you might need to start over sometimes.
Eek! Boot loops sound like a nightmare. Any tips on how to resolve that quickly?
If you encounter a boot loop, wipe your cache from Recovery Mode—sometimes that’s all it needs! Just keep your data backed up, as this can be a nuisance.
I recently updated my Samsung S2 to Android 7. The performance has definitely improved! Apps load faster and multitasking feels smoother. Battery life is also decent, but not hugely different. Worth the upgrade if you ask me!
That’s great to hear! I was worried it would slow down my phone even more. How’s the new interface? Any cool features?
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I upgraded to Android 8.0 and noticed a significant drop in battery life. I was expecting improvements! But the new features are pretty nice, especially the notification management.
That’s unfortunate! Have you tried optimizing your battery settings? I’ve heard that can make a difference.
I found that using a battery saver mode did help a bit after my update. Still, Android 7 felt great overall. Just keep those power-hungry apps in check!
I’m thinking of updating too! But I’m apprehensive after hearing about battery issues. What was your experience with lag, if any?
I didn’t encounter much lag post-update, but it did take a day or two for everything to stabilize. Stick with it; the new features are worth it!
I agree! I love the split-screen feature. Makes multitasking so much easier!
Has anyone experienced issues with third-party apps after upgrading? I’m worried about compatibility.
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Actually, I had a few issues with my favorite games crashing after the update. Always backup before upgrading!
True! I’ll make sure to do that. This upgrade sounds like a mixed bag, but I’m going for it!
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