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Meaning of Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notification icons

By: Simon on November 5, 2014 ; Last updated on: November 5, 2014

In the top of your Galaxy Note 4 screen, there is a status bar with all sorts of icons. These status icons and notifications icons may give you very valuable info of the phone.

This guide is trying to explain to you the meaning of the Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notification icons.

Please note, in different regions, the icons may be different. In addition, third-party apps usually have their own notifications icons. So, this guide only tries to cover the commonly-encountered  status icons and notification icons of pre-installed apps in Galaxy Note 4.

Table of Contents hide
1) What’s the difference between status icon and notification icon?
2) Meaning of Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notification icons
3) My Galaxy Note 4 shows some notification icons that are not shown here, what do they mean?

What’s the difference between status icon and notification icon?

As the name suggests, status icon indicates the system status, e.g., mobile signal strength, battery levels. Galaxy Note 4 status icon usually located in the right side of the status bar.

Notification icon usually notifies you about some activities on the phone, e.g., USB cable connected, new messages, missed calls. These notification icons are usually in the left side of the status bar.

Of course, it is not necessary for users to differ these two categories: both of them are giving you some information.

Some documents may just refer to status icon and notification icon as “indicator icons”.

Meaning of Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notification icons

Icon Meaning
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_no_signal_no_mobile_network No mobile network. Galaxy Note 4 is NOT registered with any mobile networks. So, you can not use voice and mobile data.

This status icon usually indicates two possible scenarios: 1). the area is not covered with mobile signal of your carrier; or 2). your SIM card is not activated.

You need contact your carrier to find out the possible solutions.When you see this status icon, you should be able to use WiFi and many other functions on Galaxy Note 4. Actually, you can use most features of Galaxy Note 4 without a SIM card.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_signal_strength Mobile network signal strength indicator. This status icon shows you how good the mobile network signal is in your area. More bars  mean stronger signal, and therefore, the connection is usually more reliable.

Please do not compare the bars of this status icon with that on other phones. Different phones may use different ways to normalize the signal strength. To get accurate (and actual) signal strength, you can go to Settings–About device –Status.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_roaming Roaming. Galaxy Note 4  is registered in other carriers’ network, not in your carrier’s own mobile network. This status icon usually shows when you are visiting other countries.

The roaming charges are usually expensive. So,  it is better to check the roaming rate before using any services when you get this status icon.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_gprs_network_connection GPRS network connected. GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is the slowest 2G mobile data connection. You should avoid downloading large files when you see this status icon in your Galaxy Note 4, because it will be frustratingly slow. Such connections are meant for MMS messages or emails, not for intensive web browsing or downloading.

When data are transmitted, the arrows in the notification icon will flash or show different colors.If your mobile plan includes 3G data or 4G data, you may check with your carrier on the 3G and 4G network coverage.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain G.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_EDGE_network_connection EDGE network connected. EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution) is normally faster than GPRS. But it is still a 2G connection, and it is too slow for downloading files.When data are transmitted, the arrows in the status icon will flash or show different colors.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain E.If your mobile plan includes 3G data or 4G data, you may check with your carrier on the 3G and 4G network coverage.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_3G_network_connection 3G network connected. For different carriers, the 3G status icon  can mean different things. This status icon usually means Galaxy Note 4 is connected to a 3G network.

If it is a HSPA or HSPA+ network, in most regions, different notification icons (see below) will be shown.

The typical 3G speed is a few hundreds Kilo bits per second. You may browse website, download email attachments, use instant messaging. It usually is not fast enough to download movies or watch online video streaming.

When data are transmitted, the arrows in the notification icon will flash or show different colors.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain 3G.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_gprs_network_connection HSPA network connected. HSPA (High Speed Packet Access) is considered as mobile “broadband”. The typical speed is about a few Mbits per second. In some regions, it is stated as 3.5G network. In a few regions, it is just called 4G.When you see this status icon, you can use your Galaxy Note 4 for most online activities, including watching online videos.

When data are transmitted, the arrows in the notification icon will flash or show different colors.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain H.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_HSPA_plus_network_connection HSPA+ network connected. HSPA+ (Evolved HSPA) is considered as the fastest 3G data connection you can get currently.In some regions, it is named as 3.75G or 4G.The typical speed of HSPA+ network is about 10-20 Mbits per second.

When data are transmitted, the arrows in the notification icon will flash or show different colors.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain H+.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_US_3G_HSPA_HSPA_plus__network_connection 4G network connected.  This status icon is very confusing, because it is actually NOT 4G LTE.The status icon indicates your Galaxy Note 4 is connected to a network that can be anything from HSPA to HSPA+, but definitely NOT 4G LTE. This status icon is used in some regions to differentiate 3G and 4G LTE. In other words, in these regions, the status icon means H or H+.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_US_3G_HSPA_HSPA_plus__network_connection_in_use 4G network is transmitting data. Again, this 4G status icon means anything from HSPA to HSPA+, except 4G LTE.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_4G_LTE_network_connection 4G LTE network connected. LTE (Long-Term Evolution) is usually called 4G in  most regions.Of course, there is a even faster LTE+ in some regions. You will see an additional + sign on the top right.Unlike 3G, HSPA, and HSPA+, the frequency of 4G LTE in different regions (and different carriers) differs dramatically (bands). When you travel to other regions, you may find out your Galaxy Note 4 is limited to 3G or HSPA or HSPA+ network. This is normal because the radio frequency used in that region may be not activated in your Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_4G_LTE_network_connection_in_use Data transmitting through 4G LTE.  In some regions, the status icon is different. In these regions, there are two arrows below 4G in the status icon to indicating data transmitting.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_flight_mode_airplane_mode Airplane mode (flight mode) activated. Once you see this status icon, you cannot send or receive calls. You cannot send or receive sms. You cannot use mobile data.

However, it is possible to manually enable WiFi and Bluetooth after they are disabled.

By default, when you enable airplane mode (flight mode), all radios are turned off, including WiFi and Bluetooth. If you know it is allowed to use WiFi or Bluetooth in that location, you can manually enable them although the flight mode status icon is still shown there.

But you cannot enable mobile data or voice as long as you have this status icon.  If mobile data or voice is enabled, this status icon should disappear.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_no_sim_card_detected SIM card missing. Your Galaxy Note 4 will show this status icon if it fails to detect any SIM card inside. Without SIM card, you can still use a lot of functions in Galaxy Note 4.

To save battery on SIM card detection, it is a good practice to enable flight mode (airplane mode) if you plan to use Galaxy Note 4 without SIM card.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_new_sms_mms New text message or multi-media message. You will see this notification icon when new messages arrive. In the notification area, you can tap the message to preview or go to the messaging app.

In Galaxy Note 4, you can choose default messaging app. If you choose other apps, e.g., Hangouts, as the default messaging app, the notification icon for new messages will be Hangouts icon (see below).

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_new_gmail New GMail messages. This notification icon is from GMail app.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_icons_meaning_new_email New email message. This notification icon is from EMail app in Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_new_voice_mail New voice mail messages. You need check with your carrier on how to manage your voice mail box.By default, in the dial keypad, long tapping “1” will connect you to your voice mail box if it is configured by your carrier.

Anyway, voice mail is provided by your carrier and all messages are also saved on their servers, not on your phone.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_wifi_connected WiFi activated and connected. This status icon indicates WiFi connection is activated and your Galaxy Note 4 is successfully connected to a access point.When data are transmitted, the arrows in the status icon will flash or show different colors.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_wifi_not_connected WiFi activated, but not connected. This status icon suggests there are some WiFi networks in range, but your Galaxy Note 4  is not connected to any of them yet. Normally, these networks (access points) are new to your Galaxy Note 4, or you chose not to remember password when you connected to them last time.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_wifi_direct_in_use WiFi Direct is activated. The status icon indicates your Galaxy S5 is now connected to other device through WiFi Direct. WiFi Direct in Galaxy Note 4 offers a quick way to transfer files between devices.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_wifi_portable_hotspot Portable WiFi hotspot enabled. You will see this status icon if you configure your Galaxy Note 4  as a portable WiFi hotspot. This means you are sharing your mobile data with other devices through WiFi.Some carriers may block this feature.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_download_booster  Download booster enabled.  With download booster, you can combine your 4G LTE connection and WiFi connection to download a single file. This of course means faster downloading. For more details, you may check this guide on how to use download booster on Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_bluetooth_activated Bluetooth enabled, but not paired.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_bluetooth_paired Bluetooth enabled and paired with other devices or accessories.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_screen_mirroring Screen mirroring enabled. This notification icon indicates you are sharing your Galaxy Note 4 screen with other big screens through Miracast.For more details on screen mirroring, and Chromecast, you may check this post.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_download Downloading or downloaded. This notification icon reminds you there are one or more downloading jobs. If the downloading is in progress, the arrow is usually animated downwards. In some regions, the color may also change. Once the files are downloaded, you can tap the notification to open the file.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_upload Uploading or uploaded. This notification icon is for uploading, i.e., when you upload files from your phone to the internet or other devices.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_sync_in_progress Data synchronization in progress.  The sync notification icon is for all sync jobs, including  email, gmail, photos, contacts, calendar. Once the sync is done, the notification icon will disappear automatically.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_usb_connection_pc USB connection with PC established. You will see this notification icon when Galaxy Note 4 is connected to PC with the USB cable.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_usb_tether_pc Tethered through USB connection. This notification icon is displayed when Galaxy Note 4 is tethered via a supported USB cable connection. You can share your mobile data connection with PCs in this way.Some carriers may block this feature.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_NFC_activated NFC enabled. NFC (near field communication) provides a  fast way to share small files. By tapping two NFC enabled devices, you can quickly share some files. The notification icon is shown whenever NFC is activated on your Galaxy Note 4 .For larger files, WiFi direct usually is a better option.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_location_service_acquiring_signal_gps Location service (GPS) enabled. When this notification icon is shown, it means some apps are requesting location info, which is usually provided by GPS. You can globally turn off location service if you don’t want to use it.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_blocking_mode Blocking mode enabled. In blocking mode, your Galaxy Note 4 is connected to mobile network and functions as usual except that it rejecting all incoming calls. The caller will get a busy tone in most mobile networks. If you disable the blocking mode, this notification icon will disappear and you are accepting incoming calls.

You can create an allowed contact list so that incoming calls from these people will reach you.When in blocking mode, you can make calls and you will receive all messages as usual. But some notifications will be disabled.

galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_call_in_progress Call in progress. When you are in a call, you will see this notification icon.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_call_on_hold Call on hold. This notification icon tells you there is call on hold.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_call_forwarding_activated Call forwarding enabled. You will get this notification icon when you choose to always forward all calls to other number or to voicemail.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_missed_call Missed call. The notification icon tells you there are one or more missed calls. You can check the call log or notification area to see the number.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_muted_call Call muted. If you tap the mute button again, it will be unmuted and the notification icon will disappear.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_sound_muted Silent mode (or mute mode) activated. Under Settings–Sound mode, you have 3 different modes: sound, mute (silent) and vibrate. This notification icon indicates it is under mute (silent) mode. The phone will neither ring nor vibrate for incoming calls and notifications. You may check this guide on how to mute your Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_vibrate_mode_activated Vibrate mode activated.  See explanation of notification icon for silent mode.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_speakerphone_in_use Speakerphone is on.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_battery_capacity_level_full Battery full.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_battery_capacity_level Battery level indicator. You can enable battery percentage (Setting–battery)  so that you can read the exact percentage of the battery juice left.  The status icon may change to full or charging..
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_battery_capacity_critically_low Battery level critically low. When you battery has less than 5% capacity left, this status icon will shown. Galaxy Note 4 will automatically adjust some settings, for example, the brightness of screen will be automatically dimmed and you cannot  adjust it.When you see this status icon, you should charge your phone as early as possible. It may shorten the lifespan of the battery if you often drain battery to this level before charging.Of course, when seeing this notification icon, you can turn on ultra power saving mode to extend battery life if you cannot find a charger soon.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_battery_being_charged Battery being charged. It is a good practice to let the battery fully charged before unplug the charger.When you connect your Galaxy S5 to PC through USB cable, you will also see this status icon. However, charging through PC is usually far slower than from the bundled charger. If you are using the USB 2.0 port in your PC, sometimes you may notice that the battery percentage is decreasing. This is due to insufficient current of most USB 2.0 ports, especially those in notebooks.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_calendar_event Calendar event. You will see this notification icon if there is a new calendar event. Tap the notification and you will get the details of the event.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_alarm_activated Alarm activated. Please note alarm will NOT work if you shutdown your Galaxy S5.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_screenshot_saved Screenshot saved. Once a screenshot is taken, you will see this notification icon. The screenshot will be automatically saved to pictures/screenshots in the internal storage.Please follow this guide on how to take screenshot on Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_smart_stay_activated Smart Stay activated.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_security_warning Security warning.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_tty_device_inserted TTY device inserted.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_system_error Emergency Alert. When you see this notification icon, you should check the notification message. It usually indicates a system error. You may need reboot Galaxy Note 4.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_keyboard_keypad_active Keyboard/keypad is active.
galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_media_streaming_samsung_link Connected to other devices. This notification icon displays when Galaxy Note 4 is connected being used to control streaming media and is connected to a Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified device using the Samsung Link application.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_private_mode_activated Private mode activated.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_play_store_update App updates available. This notification icon is from Google Play store app.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_play_store_download App installed or updated. This notification icon is from Google Play store app. You should get notifications on apps installed or updated.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_hangout New Hangouts notification. If you choose Hangouts as the default messaging app, this notification icon may also indicates new SMS or new MMS, in addition to other Hangouts notifications.
 galaxy_note4_status_icon_notification_icons_meaning_S_pen_detected S Pen detected. This notification icon indicates S Pen is removed from the S pen slot in your Galaxy Note 4.

 

My Galaxy Note 4 shows some notification icons  that are not shown here, what do they mean?

If the notification is on the left side of the status bar, it is usually from third-party apps.

Very often, there is also a notification in the notification area when such notification icons are displayed.

Tap and hold the notification until App info pops out. You can tap the app info to find out the app that shows the notification icon.

Do you have any questions to understand the meaning of Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notifications icons?

If you have any problems or questionsto understand the meaning of Galaxy Note 4 status icons and notifications icons, please let us know them in the comment box below.

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  1. Asma says

    July 17, 2018 at 8:02 am

    I am using Samsung note4..I got top right corner of the screen blinking one circled previous symbol. Is it any pblms regarding the phone ? please reply

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    • Galaxy Note says

      July 17, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      You may share the screenshot on our Facebook page so that others can see the icon.


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  2. Bob says

    February 10, 2018 at 5:57 am

    My Galaxy Note 4 has a triangle next to the 4G icon. What is that about?

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    • Galaxy Note says

      February 10, 2018 at 12:14 pm

      What happens if you reboot the phone?


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  3. George says

    August 4, 2017 at 8:55 am

    Hi we have 3 Note 4 n 910g’s in the house. The last one bought for my daughter as refurbished from ebay. On the top notifications line there are underlying letters or words visible underneath. It does not show up on a screenshot but you can just make out letters. This does not occur on the other 2 note 4s. Can you explain what they are please and if it is a indicator that the phone is corrupt?

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    • Galaxy Note says

      August 4, 2017 at 10:19 am

      It sounds like some display issues. Maybe the screen has some problems.

      You can back up the phone and try a factory data reset to see whether it helps.


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  4. Dennis says

    June 3, 2017 at 1:13 am

    Above and to the left of the signal strength indicator is a small house with 2 arcs above it. Any idea what that is?

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    • Simon says

      June 3, 2017 at 2:08 am

      Take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see what you are referring to.


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  5. Jane says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:49 am

    I dont see any status icon, what should I do

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  6. Jane says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:47 am

    I dont see any status icon, what should I do

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    • Galaxy Note says

      May 23, 2017 at 10:13 am

      Take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see what you are talking about.


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  7. Nancy Oliver says

    April 18, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    There is only one tiny bar in my Network Service icon and calls are dropped (incoming and outgoing). And texts take a long time to process or they fail. Please help.

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    • Galaxy Note says

      April 18, 2017 at 11:31 pm

      It means you network signal is too weak. You should check with your carrier.


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  8. H Lam says

    December 11, 2016 at 7:46 am

    Hi my note 4 is running marshmallow and when I turn on NFC there is no icon on the status bar, should it? I’m getting on conflicting information from Samsung, I chatted with someone online yesterday and they said I should see a “N”, today I went to the Samsung store and the guy said no, and showed me that when he switched it on, on his phone it didn’t show a “N”…what should it be? thanks

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    • Simon says

      December 12, 2016 at 12:54 am

      It’s normal. In some regions, there is no N icon in status bar even you enable NFC. As long as you can just NFC without issues, you should not care about the icon


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  9. steven f morris says

    December 9, 2016 at 7:00 am

    hello I’ve had a few icons that id like to know a bit about. first one is a little like raccoon bandit face in top left of my note 4 and also down at the bottom center a little red dot. both gone now but i have screen shots of both and can send if necessary.

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    • Simon says

      December 9, 2016 at 10:26 am

      Take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see them. http://www.facebook.com/GalaxyNoteOwners

      Anyway, if they are in the left side of the status bar, there are usually corresponding notifications.


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  10. Jo says

    September 29, 2016 at 3:32 am

    Next to my ‘settings’ cog, there is a 1 in a cirle, which usually indicates a notification. However, there is no notification when the icon is tapped. Why? How do i get rid of the notificatio indicator?

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    • Simon says

      September 29, 2016 at 5:15 am

      Would you please take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see it?


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      • Rareoz says

        November 5, 2016 at 9:16 pm

        What’s your Facebook page please can’t seem to find it

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        • Simon says

          November 6, 2016 at 2:15 am

          http://www.facebook.com/GalaxyNoteOwners


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    • Rareoz says

      November 5, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      I have the same thing. Did you solve it please?

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  11. prasad says

    April 26, 2016 at 9:20 am

    hi, my notification (at the top of the home screen) is not available, after an prompted update is done. How to retrieve back

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    • Simon says

      April 26, 2016 at 10:17 am

      Can you acess notification panel by swiping down from top of the screen?


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    • Anonymous says

      May 14, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      All indicator icons have disappeared after system update. How to retrieve them?

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  12. Mike says

    December 6, 2015 at 12:59 am

    My note 4 has headphones indicator but nothing is plugged in. How to turn off?

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    • Simon says

      December 6, 2015 at 3:02 am

      reboot the phone (power off, wait a min, then power on).

      if the indicator is still on, you may have to visit Samsung service center to check the hardware.


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  13. Jose says

    November 6, 2015 at 7:48 am

    When the H+ comes up on my galaxy note 4 the service stops working and I can’t use data anymore

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    • Simon says

      November 6, 2015 at 10:26 am

      You need check with your carrier. It could be due to poor signal or congested connections.


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      • Jose says

        November 10, 2015 at 11:23 pm

        It says H not H+ but I have service bars and it doesn’t stop until I reset my phone sometimes

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        • Simon says

          November 11, 2015 at 12:45 am

          It is due to your mobile network. Don’t waste time on this.

          Whether the connection is s or s+ depends mainly on the status of the tower. Signal strength is only one factor.


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  14. patrick says

    October 14, 2015 at 5:37 am

    There is an icon with four squares when you tap it, it opens with four icons on the first page, recent apps, home, back and notification panel. How do I remove it.

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    • Simon says

      October 14, 2015 at 11:32 am

      It seems you turned on Assistant menu. You can turn it off in Settings—-Accessibility –Dexterity and interaction– Assistant Menu.


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      • Joey Riley says

        May 21, 2016 at 4:11 am

        Thank you. This window has been driving me nuts for weeks.

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  15. Joanne maynard says

    September 28, 2015 at 5:15 pm

    Thank you for your help. Very useful

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  16. Joanne maynard says

    September 28, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    Oops yes thank you. Don’t know what nfc is. Do I need it on ?

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    • Simon says

      September 28, 2015 at 1:27 pm

      Near field communication. You can transfer files between 2 nfc-enabled android phones through Android beam by juts tapping each other. Some Bluetooth speakers also supports NFC and you can pair with it by just one tap.

      NFC is also used for contactless payment in many public transport systems in the world.

      NFC does not consume battery. Anyway, if you donot have any NFC enabled devices, you can safely turn it off in quick settings.


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  17. Joanne maynard says

    September 28, 2015 at 7:57 am

    I have a capital N with a small WiFi sign on its left hand side. Any ideas what it means

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    • Simon says

      September 28, 2015 at 10:07 am

      NFC?


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    • George Taylor says

      October 25, 2016 at 2:27 am

      The same thing just started showing up on my phone in the last couple of days. Never seen it before. My first thought was it must mean Near Field. I just turned of the Near Field but the symbol remains.

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  18. Kuldip Kumar says

    September 18, 2015 at 9:50 am

    Go to mobile network then change the network mode to wcdma/gsm.

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  19. Kumar says

    September 18, 2015 at 9:48 am

    To solve the problem of the two white arrow.
    Go to mobile networks. Then select network mode. Then change the network to wcdma/gsm.
    That will do. Cheers.

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  20. Jcbljn says

    September 9, 2015 at 4:43 am

    What does the icon that is gray mean? Looks like a lightning bolt with arrow pointing down and a line under it. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9WEEfMvSzsIR3ZrZzlJZl9QazQ/view?usp=docslist_api

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    • Simon says

      September 9, 2015 at 5:12 am

      Update available?


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  21. Karla says

    July 30, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    I have a icon that looks like a Wi-Fi signal above a phone what is it

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    • Simon says

      July 30, 2015 at 10:33 pm

      Wifi calling?


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      • Matt says

        August 12, 2015 at 4:41 pm

        After the last software update on my Galaxy Note Edge, above the signal strength indicator there’s a little house with a two ascending bars (similar to the Wifi signal indicator). Any ideas?

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        • Simon says

          August 13, 2015 at 12:42 am

          Can you take a screenshot and share it so that others can see it?


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          • TM662 says

            August 14, 2015 at 12:11 am

            How do you post a picture? I have the same new icon. Directly to the right of the vertical LTE and above the signal strength bars. A little house with two bars similar to the wifi bars.

          • Simon says

            August 14, 2015 at 12:27 am

            You can share the screenshot to Google Drive, then share the link.

            Alternatively, you can use contact us Form to attach the screenshot https://allaboutgalaxynote.com/feedback/


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  22. joyce says

    July 17, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    Any updates for the double arrow icon..pls help..

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    • Simon says

      July 18, 2015 at 12:04 pm

      Voice over LTE?


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      • joyce says

        July 18, 2015 at 12:26 pm

        The white arrow, on the notification bar that previous mentioned by everyone. I have 2 note edge n 1 note 3… but only 1 of my edge is having that…:(

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  23. Leah says

    July 16, 2015 at 6:09 am

    I have a sneeker and disc on my locked screen with paused next to it anyone know what this means

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    • Simon says

      July 16, 2015 at 10:24 am

      Sneeker is probably from S health. Next to it, there should be a number indicating number of steps you have walked today.

      The disc with pause probably from music player. You only pause music without quitting the music app.


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  24. Scott houston says

    April 16, 2015 at 1:02 am

    No..I was on the phone when I got it and when I hung up it was there

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    • Simon says

      April 16, 2015 at 9:57 am

      You may take a screenshot and share the link with the community.


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  25. Scott houston says

    April 15, 2015 at 5:36 pm

    I received a strange icon in my notification bar. It looked like flag with three dots in it. Any ideas as to what it is?
    .

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    • Simon says

      April 16, 2015 at 12:59 am

      Do you get any notifications?


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  26. Scott says

    March 26, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    I have downloaded the most recent update a couple days ago, and now on my lock screen the notification panel icons are gone. How can I access the settings to add the notification icons back onto the lock screen?

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    • Simon says

      March 27, 2015 at 1:19 am

      Is the Lollipop update?


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      • Scott says

        March 27, 2015 at 10:41 pm

        I don’t think so…my current android version listed on the device is 5.0.1

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        • Simon says

          March 28, 2015 at 11:19 am

          So it is Android Lollipop update. In Settings– Sound & Notifications, under notifications, tap “When locked”, then select show all contents.


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  27. K H says

    March 20, 2015 at 2:45 pm

    I have a Galaxy Note 4,in the top middle there is an N with three lines starting at the lower left corner of the N that look like WiFi symbol at an angle. Amy ideas?

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    • Simon says

      March 21, 2015 at 12:55 am

      NFC? if you disable nfc from quick settings and wait a min, do you still have that icon?


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      • George Taylor says

        October 25, 2016 at 2:31 am

        Yes – please see my post above. Turning off NFC did not remove the icon. btw: The icon is dead centre of the top status bar. It isn’t displayed when showing all the symbols.

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        • Simon says

          October 25, 2016 at 1:26 pm

          Not sure. After turning off NFC, you can try to reboot the phone to see whether the icon is still there.


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  28. Jovine says

    January 22, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    Hi, I had the same problem too. Tried changing my network to other settings, it disappeared and came back in awhile. It’s funny that my boyfriend and me uses the same phone but he does not have the issue. What is going on?!

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    • Simon says

      January 23, 2015 at 12:12 am

      It’s not a problem. In some regions, you have to pay additional money for it. Very likely, your bf has a different mobile plan that doesn’t include this feature.


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  29. atiqah says

    January 10, 2015 at 6:37 am

    Hie, im another user of the same problem with the double white horizontal arrows.i’ve read the comments and tried changing my network to other settings, it disappeared for merely 5 mins and it comes back.i tried few times, nothing changes even when I didn’t on any 4g, wifi,nfc or any data . 🙁 help pls.

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    • Simon says

      January 10, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      If it doesn’t affect your phone, you can ignore it.

      You check check settings – about device-status. For VoLTE, some carriers may ignore the mobile data settings because they will not charge the data usage of VoLTE.


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  30. terry says

    January 2, 2015 at 9:59 pm

    When charging my note 4 from the included charger I get an occasional hi low bell type sound as if the charger is not connecting all the time. Is this normal? The phone does fully charge.

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    • Simon says

      January 3, 2015 at 1:24 am

      After you connect the charger, you may hear a sound. This is normal. During charging process, the only sound should be from notifications.


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  31. Rannicus says

    December 25, 2014 at 3:56 am

    it is called the VoLTE. if you. If you go to Mobile Networks > Network Mode and change it to some other setting. that arrow will disappear.

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    • Simon says

      December 25, 2014 at 6:32 am

      Thank you for the info.


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  32. KhoZ says

    December 24, 2014 at 2:13 pm

    I am facing the sam problem. I have tried to disable all the related application but yet it is still there. Please help…

    However. My wife is using note 4 as well however she doesn’t having this issue at all.

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    • Simon says

      December 24, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      It can be from an app you installed.

      Anyway, you can take a screenshot and send to us at: https://allaboutgalaxynote.com/feedback/


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  33. Lisa W says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    I have an indicator icon that looks like a house key that just showed up. Can you tell me what this is for? Thanks!

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    • Simon says

      December 19, 2014 at 12:37 am

      Did you get any notifications?


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  34. Jennis Lee says

    December 4, 2014 at 2:08 am

    I also having the same problem with that double horizontal arrow!

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    • Simon says

      December 4, 2014 at 2:19 am

      You may take a screenshot and send to us (please remove all personal info if any on the screenshot) at: https://allaboutgalaxynote.com/feedback/


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    • Marc says

      August 24, 2015 at 3:53 am

      Left-Right Double Arrow is the Network Mode for Galaxy Note 5. You can select other options if you want to change your Network Mode by going here: Settings -> Mobile Networks -> Network mode.

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  35. Shermin says

    December 3, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    I hv the same problem…how can I screenshit & send to u?

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    • Simon says

      December 3, 2014 at 1:54 pm

      You can share the screenshot via google drive, dropbox, facebook or many other free services. You can edit the screenshot to remove any personal info.

      If you want, you can also send from: https://allaboutgalaxynote.com/feedback/


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    • Simon says

      December 4, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      I received the screenshot. Unfortunately, I have no idea of it. I checked with several friends. None of them knows its meaning.

      It is probably not from Samsung.

      I will update this comment in case someone knows it.


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      • peipei says

        January 3, 2015 at 2:52 pm

        Hi, any update to clear the double arrows? My note 4 also having the same problem.

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        • Simon says

          January 4, 2015 at 2:51 am

          It is very likely icon of VoLTE. If you are in 3G network or turn off mobile data, it will disappear automatically.

          But you should use VoLTE if it is available. It can provide faster connection and better voice quality.


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  36. Sherlyn says

    December 1, 2014 at 5:13 am

    having the same problem here! help!

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    • Simon says

      December 1, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      Does it cause any problems?

      Take a screenshot and share it with the community. Otherwise, how can others help without seeing it?


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  37. Natasha says

    November 30, 2014 at 1:35 pm

    I am also having the same problem! It looks like two horizontal arrows

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  38. Phateh says

    November 30, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    My Note also have the same icon..how to remove it?

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    • Simon says

      November 30, 2014 at 12:55 pm

      can you take a screenshot with the icon? It is hard to guess without “seeing” it.


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      • Anonymous says

        November 16, 2016 at 3:20 am

        Round circle with a line in it

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        • Simon says

          November 16, 2016 at 5:15 am

          Do not disturb?


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  39. chai says

    November 12, 2014 at 5:47 am

    I do turn off NFC but it still there.

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  40. chai says

    November 12, 2014 at 1:21 am

    No,even I turn off the mobile data,WiFi, bluetooth and voLTE call but it still there.

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    • Simon says

      November 12, 2014 at 4:54 am

      I mean NFC.


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  41. chai says

    November 11, 2014 at 12:08 pm

    There is an icon next the WiFi icon like this
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    It appear after I insert the sim card.
    Any idea what it mean?

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    • Simon says

      November 11, 2014 at 2:09 pm

      does it look like WiFi direct?


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      • chai says

        November 11, 2014 at 2:25 pm

        No,just two horizontal arrows in white colour.one point at the left another point at the right.it dissappear last night but it come back after I restart the phone this morning.

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        • Simon says

          November 12, 2014 at 12:20 am

          In a few regions, the nfc may use similar icon. If you turn off nfc, does the icon disappear?


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          • Rayna says

            June 9, 2015 at 10:11 am

            NFC is off, but the symbol is still there. What does it mean?

          • Simon says

            June 9, 2015 at 11:57 am

            Maybe it is something else. If it does not affect you, you can just ignore it.


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