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Meaning of Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons

By: Simon on September 14, 2015 ; Last updated on: September 14, 2015

Understand the meaning of Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notifications to help you use the phone effectively

Table of Contents hide
1) What are Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons?
2) Meaning of Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons
2.1) Part A: Meaning of mobile network related Galaxy Note 5 status icons
2.2) Part B: Meaning of message related Galaxy Note 5 notification icons
2.3) Part C: Meaning of WiFi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC, Location, File transfer related Galaxy Note 5 status icons
2.4) Part D: Meaning of phone calls related Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons
2.5) Part E: Meaning of battery related Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons
2.6) Part F: Meaning of calendar, alarm and other apps related Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons
3) I saw some other Galaxy Note 5 status icons or notification icons!

What are Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons?

When the Galaxy Note 5 screen is on, you can find on the top of the screen, there is a transparent status bar with some icons. Galaxy Note 5 status bar is similar to most other Android phones.

This stats bar is always visible in Galaxy Note 5 home screen, apps screen and lock screen.

Some apps may hide the stats bar when in full screen (immersive) mode. In this case, you can still make it visible by swiping downwards from the top of the screen.

The purpose of Galaxy Note 5 status bar is to let you know the “status” of the phone and  app notifications.

Icons in the right side of Galaxy Note 5 status bar, is usually called  status icons.  These status icons tell you  the status of the mobile network signal, WiFi connection, time, battery levels and many other system status. Most of them cannot not be turned off.

Icons in the left side of Galaxy Note 5 status bar, is called notification icons. These notification icons tell you there are some notifications for you.  Normally, you may should get a notification message in the notification panel.

This  galaxy Note 5 how-to guide page tries to help you know the meaning of the status icons and notification icons in Galaxy Note 5.

Of course, because in different regions and for different carriers, the status icons may be quite different, it is impossible to cover all possible icons. We try to cover most-commonly encountered status icon and notification icons from pre-installed apps.

If you find a status icon or notification icon that is not covered in this guide, you can take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page. Other members will try to help you.

It is also very common to use indicator icons to refer to status icons and notification icons.

Meaning of Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons

Part A:  Meaning of mobile network related Galaxy Note 5 status icons

Most Galaxy Note 5 owners use the phone with a SIM card, which is issued by your phone company (carrier).  Unless you set Galaxy Note 5 to flight mode (airplane mode), Galaxy Note 5 will try to connect to the carrier’s mobile network automatically. And you will see  some mobile network related Galaxy Note 5 status icons

The mobile network status usually include signal strength and network type for mobile data connections.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_1_no_signal_no_mobile_network No mobile network. Galaxy Note 5 is NOT registered with any mobile networks. So, you can not use  the phone for voice or mobile data.You need contact your carrier to find a solution.

When you see this status icon in Galaxy Note 5, you can still use other functions that do not require mobile network, e.g., browse the internet through WiFi connections, use most apps, use camera….

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_2_signal_strength Mobile network signal strength indicator. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon shows you how strong the mobile network signal is in your area. More bars mean stronger signal, and therefore, the connection is usually more stable. If you can only see one bar, voice or data connection may be interrupted frequently.

Because different phones manufacturers may use different ways to normalize the signal strength, it is meaningless to compare the number of bars on your Galaxy S6 with other phones. You can get accurate (and actual) signal strength in dBm in Settings–About device –Status.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_3_roaming Roaming. Your Galaxy Note 5 is registered in a partner’s 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 in most regions. So,  it is better to check the roaming rate before using any services when you get this Galaxy Note 5 status icon.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_4_gprs_network_connection GPRS network connected. GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is the slowest 2G mobile data connection.If 4G, 3G or Edge networks are not available, mobile data connection in Galaxy Note 5 will fail back to GPRS.When data are transmitted, the arrows in this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will flash or show different colors (orange in most regions).

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

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_5__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.

If 4G or  3G networks are not available, mobile data connection will fail back to EDGE.When data are transmitted, the arrows in this Galaxy Note 5 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.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_6_3G_network_connection 3G network connected. For different carriers, the 3G status icon can mean quite different things. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon usually means the phone is connected to a 3G network, not a 2G network.If it is a HSPA or HSPA+ network, in most regions, different notification icons (see below) will be shown.When data are transmitted, the arrows in this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will flash or show different colors.In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this Galaxy Note 5 status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain 3G.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_7_HSPA_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 Galaxy Note 5 status icon, you can use your phone for most online activities, including watching online videos.When data are transmitted, the arrows in this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will flash or show different colors.

In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this Galaxy Note 5 status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain H.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_8_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 this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will flash or show different colors.

In some regions, there are no arrows in the bottom of this Galaxy Note 5 status icon, i.e., it could be just a plain H+.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_9_4G_connection 4G network connected.  This  Galaxy Note 5 status icon is very confusing, because it is usually NOT 4G LTE.This status icon can indicate a network that could be anything from HSPA to HSPA+, but definitely NOT 4G LTE. This Galaxy Note 5 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+.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_10_4G_transmission 4G network is transmitting data. Again, this 4G status icon means data are transmitted through anything from HSPA to HSPA+, except 4G LTE.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_11_4G_LTE_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 5 is limited to 3G or HSPA or HSPA+ network. This is normal because the radio frequency used in that region for LTE may be not activated in your Galaxy Note 5.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_12_4G_LTE_data_transmission Data transmitting through 4G LTE.  In some regions, this Galaxy Note 5 status icon is different. In these regions, there are two arrows below 4G in the status icon to indicating data transmitting  through 4G LTE network
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_13_flight_mode Airplane mode (flight mode) activated. Once you see this Galaxy Note 5 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 Galaxy note 5 status icon.

If mobile data or voice is enabled, this Galaxy Note 5 status icon should disappear.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_14_SIM_card_not_detected SIM card missing. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon indicates the phone fails to detect any SIM card inside.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 5 without a SIM card.

Part B: Meaning of message related Galaxy Note 5 notification icons

When you receive a text message or MMS, or email or voice mail  message, you will get Galaxy Note 5 notifications icons in the status bar.

Normally, you also get a preview of the messages except voice mail messages in the notification panel.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_15_text_message_notificaiton New text message or MMS message. You will see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon when new messages arrive.In the notification panel, you can tap the message to preview or go to the messaging app.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_16_hangouts_notification New Hangouts notification. If you choose Hangouts as the default messaging app, this  Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates new SMS or new MMS, in addition to other Hangouts notifications.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_17_gmail_notificaiton New GMail messages. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates there are new emails in GMail app.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_18_email_notificaiton New email message. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon  is from EMail app. It means you have a new email message.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_19_voice_mail_notificaiton New voice mail messages. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates 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.Please note, voice mail is provided by your carrier and all voice mail messages are  saved on their servers, not on your Galaxy Note 5.

Part C: Meaning of WiFi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC, Location, File transfer related Galaxy Note 5 status icons

When WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, and location (GPS) is activated, you will find the corresponding Galaxy Note 5 status icons in the status bar.

When File transfer or USB connection is active, you will find the Galaxy Note 5 notification icons in addition to notification message in notification panel.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_20_wifi_connected WiFi activated and connected. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon indicates WiFi connection is activated and Galaxy Note 5 is successfully connected to an access point.When data are transmitted, the arrows in this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will flash or show different colors.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_21_wifi_not_connected WiFi activated, but not connected. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon indicates there are some WiFi networks in range, but Galaxy Note 5 is not connected to any of them yet.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_22_wifi_direct_icon WiFi Direct is activated. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon indicates your Galaxy Note 5 is now connected to other device through WiFi Direct.WiFi Direct in Galaxy Note 5 offers a quick way to transfer files between devices. It is generally faster than Bluetooth.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_23_wifi_hotspot Portable WiFi hotspot enabled. You will see this Galaxy Note 5 status icon if  your phone is configured  as a portable WiFi hotspot. This means you are sharing your mobile data with other devices through WiFi. This feature may be blocked by some carrier.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_24_download_booster  Download booster enabled.  With download booster, you can combine 4G LTE connection and WiFi connection to download a single file. This of course means faster downloading.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_25_bluetooth_enabled Bluetooth enabled, but not paired.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_26_bluetooth_not_paired Bluetooth enabled and paired with other devices or accessories.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_27_screen_mirroring Screen mirroring enabled. This Galaxy note 5 notification icon indicates you are sharing Galaxy Note 5 screen with other TV through Miracast.For more details on screen mirroring, and Chromecast, you may check this post.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_28_download Downloading or downloaded. This Galaxy Note 5 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 in Galaxy Note 5.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_29_upload Uploading or uploaded. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates uploading (e.g., uploading your photos to Facebook).
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_30_sync_in_progress Data synchronization in progress.  The sync notification icon indicates sync jobs, including  email, gmail, photos, contacts, calendar are in  progress. Once the sync is done, this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon will disappear automatically.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_31_usb_connection_pc USB connection with PC established. You will see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon when Galaxy Note 5 is connected to PC with the USB cable.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_31b_usb_tethering Tethered through USB connection. This Galaxy Note notification icon is displayed when Galaxy Note 5 is tethered via a supported USB cable connection. You can share your mobile data connection with PCs in this way.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_32_NFC_activated NFC enabled. NFC (near field communication) provides a  fast way to share small files and mobile payment.By tapping two NFC enabled devices, you can quickly share some files. This Galaxy Note 5 status icon is shown if NFC is activated .
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_33_GPS_in_use Location service (GPS) enabled. When this Galaxy Note 5 status icon is shown, it means some apps are requesting location info, which is usually provided by GPS.

Part D:  Meaning of phone calls related  Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_34_blocking_mode Do Not Disturb enabled. When DND is enabled, Galaxy Note 5 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 it in Settings–Sound and Notifications–Do not disturb, this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon will disappear and you are accepting incoming calls.Samsung Galaxy Note 5 combines the old blocking mode with downtime in Android Lollipop.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_35_call_in_progress_notification Call in progress. When you are in a call, you will see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_36_call_on_hold_notification Call on hold. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon tells you there is call on hold. Some carriers may not support this feature.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_37_call_forwarding_activated_notification Call forwarding enabled. You will get this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon when you choose to forward all calls to other number or to voice mail.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_38_missed_call_notification Missed call. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates there are one or more missed calls. You can check the call log or notification area to see the caller number.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_39_call_muted_notification Call muted. If you tap the mute button again, it will be unmuted and this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon will disappear.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_40_notification_muted Silent mode (or mute mode) activated.  This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon indicates it is under mute (silent) mode. The phone will neither ring nor vibrate for incoming calls and notifications. But this does not affect alarms and media players and other apps.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_41_vibrate_mode Vibrate mode activated.  Galaxy Note 5 is in vibrate mode.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_42_speakerphone_in_use Speakerphone is on.

Part E: Meaning of battery related Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons

For more info on charging Galaxy Note 5 battery, please check this page.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_43_battery_level_full Battery full.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_44_battery_level_indicator Battery level indicator. You can enable battery percentage (Setting—battery)  so that you can read the exact percentage of the battery left.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_45_battery_level_critically_low Battery level critically low. When the battery has less than 5% capacity left, this Galaxy Note 5 status icon will shown. Galaxy Note 5 will automatically adjust some settings, for example, the brightness of screen will be automatically dimmed and you cannot adjust it.

When you see this Galaxy Note 5 status icon in the status bar, 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.

Please read this page on how to charge Galaxy Note 5 battery.

Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_46_charging battery Battery being charged. It is a good practice to let the battery fully charged before unplug the charger.

When you connect your Galaxy Note 5 to PC through USB cable, you will also see this Galaxy Note 5 status icon in the status bar. 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.

Part F: Meaning of calendar, alarm and other apps related Galaxy Note 5 status icons and notification icons

Icon Meaning
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_47_calendar_event_notification Calendar event. You will see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon if there is a new calendar event. Tap the notification and you will get the details of the event.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_48_alarm_activated Alarm activated. Please note alarm will NOT work if Galaxy Note 5 is powered off.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_49_screenshot_taken Screenshot saved. Once a screenshot is taken, you will see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon in the status bar.The screenshot will be automatically saved to pictures/screenshots in the internal storage.Please follow this guide if you wan to take screenshot on Galaxy Note 5.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_50_smart_stay Smart Stay activated.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_51_security_warning Security warning.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_52_tty_device TTY device inserted.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_53_system_error Emergency Alert. When you see this Galaxy Note 5 notification icon in the status bar, you should check the notification message in the notification panel.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_54_keyboard_notification Keyboard/keypad is active.
Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_55_DLNA_notification Connected to other devices. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon will be shown in the status bar if it is being used to control streaming media, and is connected to a Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified device using the Samsung Link application.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_56b_private_mode__notification Private mode activated.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_56_app_updated_notification App updates available. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon is from Google Play store app.
 Meaning_Galaxy_Note_5_status_icons_notification_icons_57_app_installed_notification App installed or updated. This Galaxy Note 5 notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is from Google Play store app. You should get notifications on apps installed or updated.
 galaxy note 5 s pen removed S Pen detected. This notification icon indicates S Pen is removed from the S Pen slot in your Galaxy Note 5.

 I saw some other Galaxy Note 5 status icons or notification icons!

If the Galaxy Note 5 status icon or notification icon is on the left side of the status bar, you usually should get corresponding notifications. Tap and hold the notification, then tap App info to find out the app behind it.

If the Galaxy Note 5 status icon or notification icons is on the right side of the status bar, very likely, they are from the system apps or some pre-installed apps.

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  1. Ray says

    November 12, 2018 at 7:08 am

    I have a status icon that is a plus sign with a around 180° circle around it. I just don’t know what it is.

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      November 12, 2018 at 9:37 am

      Very likely, it’s data saver in the Nougat update as explained in this page http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update

      If not, you may post the screenshot in our Facebook page so that others can see it.


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  2. Maryam says

    October 3, 2018 at 9:26 am

    Hi dear reader
    I see a circle and a + within the circle. the border of the circle is highlighted partly and inconsistently.
    please let me know the meaning.
    thanks

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      October 3, 2018 at 2:01 pm

      Data saver in Android Nougat update. It’s explained in this page http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update


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  3. Shailendri Patel says

    August 22, 2018 at 9:30 pm

    I see a circle moving when I go to WIFI setting every few seconds.

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      August 22, 2018 at 11:11 pm

      Next time, you may take a screenshot when you see it and share it on our Facebook page so that others can see it.


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  4. Danilojr says

    March 1, 2018 at 9:18 am

    I have a cross sign inside the network signal ?

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      March 1, 2018 at 10:00 am

      Mobile data is disabled?


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      • Ron Temple says

        September 12, 2018 at 12:51 pm

        This also means wifi calling is activated.

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    • Jeffery S Montgomery says

      September 27, 2018 at 8:39 pm

      This means data saver mode on.

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    January 21, 2018 at 12:25 pm

    I have a bell symbol in the top right hand corner of my home screen when I swipe from screen lock. It also has a red circle with number 4 written in the right hand corner of the bell. There are also adverts on the same screen which I can’t get rid of. Please help! I have a galaxy note 5.

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    • Galaxy Note says

      January 22, 2018 at 12:06 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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  6. Kieran Molkentin says

    September 3, 2017 at 12:02 am

    I have a new icon on the top right side of my note5? It is between the bluetooth and wifi icons. It is a picture of a phone hanset with a range indicator? The range indicator is a smaller version of the wifi icon without the arrows. It is not the same icon as when i have the speaker phone activated.
    Can anyone tell me what it is please?
    Muchly appreciated

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    • Galaxy Note says

      September 3, 2017 at 12:18 pm

      Very likely, it’s WiFi calling, which is a new mobile network feature. You can make and receive phone calls through WiFi network when mobile signal is not strong enough or when there is no mobile signal.


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  7. James says

    August 14, 2017 at 2:03 pm

    Hello I have a half circle with a plus sign in the middle of it. What does that mean?

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      August 14, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      Data saver in Android Nougat. You may refer to this guide http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update/


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    • crystal says

      August 31, 2017 at 6:31 pm

      Data saving mode

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  8. George says

    June 24, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    What does white keyhole icon in the top keft of my Samsung Note 5 mean and how do I shut it off?

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    • Galaxy Note says

      June 25, 2017 at 1:00 am

      Did you check notifications?

      Anyway, you can take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see it.


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  9. Brian says

    June 18, 2017 at 5:27 am

    There is a battery icon that just showed up in my status bar. It has the recycle symbol inside of it. Does anyone know what this means? I’ve had the phone for almost two years and have never seen this icon.

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    • Galaxy Note says

      June 18, 2017 at 9:12 am

      Battery saver. Please refer to this guide http://gadgetguideonline.com/s8/meaning-of-galaxy-s8-status-icons-and-notification-icons-in-samsung-galaxy-s8-and-s8/


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  10. Gerald Williams says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    It’s a half filled circle with a plus sign in the middle I don’t know what it means.

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      May 17, 2017 at 11:41 pm

      Data saver icon in Android Nougat. Please refer to this guide http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update/


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  11. Terri says

    May 4, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    I also have the circle with the highlighted half and plus sign in the middle. I have been waiting for a comment by someone.
    Also, it first showed up when I updated my note 5 to 7.0.

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      May 5, 2017 at 12:57 am

      Data saver. Please check this guide http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update/


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  12. Imran says

    May 3, 2017 at 7:30 am

    Hi Andriod Geeks
    How can I increase the font for notification messages in andriod naugat galaxy note 5

    regards/imran

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      May 3, 2017 at 9:59 am

      Use screen zoom (only available after Android Nougat update) as explained in this guide http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/how-to-use-screen-zoom-to-adjust-the-size-of-icons-notifications-and-lock-screen-keypads-in-android-nougat-update-for-galaxy-s7-and-s7-edge/


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  13. Tom Mullen says

    May 2, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I have a half of a circle with a plus sign in the middle. What does it mean? Not in the above diffinations

    Reply
    • Galaxy Note says

      May 3, 2017 at 12:54 am

      Very likely, it’s the data saver icon in Android Nougat update. Please check this guide fur details http://gadgetguideonline.com/s7/new-galaxy-s7-status-icons-in-galaxy-s7-and-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-update/


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  14. Anthony Edwards says

    April 30, 2017 at 5:29 am

    I have a blue icon on my faebook wall that looks like a ‘compose message’ icon. I dont know where it came from or how to get rid of it. I have a Galaxy Note 5. Please help!!

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    • Galaxy Note says

      April 30, 2017 at 6:21 am

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


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  15. Abbas Malik says

    January 21, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    Camera icon appears on notification bar of Note 5 on and off with notification ‘Camera Received; 0 successful, 2 failed’.
    Camera operation was not involved. Can anyone let me know to stop it.

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    • Simon says

      January 22, 2017 at 1:33 am

      Not sure. But it seems some apps may try to use camera. You can tap and hold the notification, then find out the app sending this notification. It’s very fishy.

      If you installed any apps from other sources, you should be cautious. Some apps may have malware. In this case, you should back up the phone and try a factory data reset.


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      • Abbas Malik says

        August 7, 2018 at 11:38 am

        Many thanks.

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  16. Kathy says

    November 30, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    I had a notification on my phone yesterday that said Boxed, next to the icon. When I swiped to open my phone, it went away. I do not recall exactly what the icon looked like. Any idea what that meant?

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    • Simon says

      December 1, 2016 at 12:54 am

      It’s hard to guess. If you get it again, you can take a screenshot.


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  17. Cheryl says

    October 22, 2016 at 3:48 am

    What does the note 5 phone icon look like when I’m not on a call.
    Will it show no icon or a hung up phone icon?

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    • Simon says

      October 22, 2016 at 4:53 am

      What do you mean “not on a call”?

      If you did not pick the call, it should show a missed call icon.


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  18. CB says

    September 7, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    Is there anyway to get the date on my status bar, along with the time?

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    • Simon says

      September 7, 2016 at 11:59 pm

      The default launcher hide the date in status bar. You can tap the status bar to show date briefly.


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  19. janice says

    June 21, 2016 at 9:13 am

    hi what does it mean if on my setting icon there displays a #1

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    • Simon says

      June 21, 2016 at 11:27 am

      Take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see it.


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  20. Imran says

    May 3, 2016 at 9:51 am

    Hi Sir

    How can i increase/enlarge the size of the notificaiton bar also the notifications background colour? i have weak eyesight so it is difficult to see all that stuff

    Reply
    • Simon says

      May 3, 2016 at 10:16 am

      No, you cannot adjust the height of the status bar. It’s hard-coded in Galaxy Note 5 as I know.

      You can adjust font size in settings – display and other accessibility settings.


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      • Imran says

        May 3, 2016 at 11:37 am

        Thanks Simon… not a good news if it is hard coded :(…. also the fonts of notification area are not getting adjusted i am sure these are hard coded as well… Cant we use any themes where all these settings are adjustable?

        Regards.

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        • Simon says

          May 3, 2016 at 1:47 pm

          Theme does not change size of notification bar either. For Galaxy phones, there are probably no way to adjust the size, as I know.


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  21. Rickey Jasso-Regalado says

    April 30, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    On my messages screen ( with all recent texts) on one contact it has the scilent icon next to the contact name

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    • Simon says

      May 1, 2016 at 1:55 am

      did you mute the contact?


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  22. Gab says

    April 6, 2016 at 6:19 am

    There is no sim in my note egde right now but it still shows full network why is that??

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    • Simon says

      April 6, 2016 at 9:45 am

      That’s for emergency calls only. In some regions, it’s a legal requirement to offer free emergency calls with our without a SIM card.

      If you plan to use Note 5 without a SIM card, you can turn on airplane mode. You can use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth on airplane mode.


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  23. Hmmmm..... says

    March 22, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    Samsung made a huge mistake here. These icons are WAY TOO SMALL NOW. The size they were on the Note 3 waS PERFECT.
    Now I can’t tell what they are. The screen has more resolution but they should leave the size of the icons CUSTOMIZABLE.

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    • Simon says

      March 23, 2016 at 12:32 am

      Unfortunately, the default launcher doesn’t allow such customization.


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  24. Lily says

    March 17, 2016 at 7:39 am

    Hi, whenever I make a phone call I get a message in the dialer saying “conditional call forwarding active” and the phone icon in the status bar flashes. This doesn’t seem to affect calls but I’m not sure what it means or if I can disable it as the flashing icon is frustrating & I don’t want any calls forwarded.

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    • Simon says

      March 17, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      You can check Settings–Applications –Phone –More Settings– call forwarding.

      Also, you may check Settings–Applications –Phone –More Settings –Show my caller ID (make sure it is network default).


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  25. Stephanie says

    November 30, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    I have a chat box icon with a person and the word id in it. I don’t know what it is.

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    • Simon says

      December 1, 2015 at 12:28 am

      Take a screenshot and share it in our Facebook page so that others can see it.


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  26. kate says

    October 29, 2015 at 5:36 am

    hi.the bar there are showing this icon means?
    →
    ←

    Reply
    • Simon says

      October 29, 2015 at 10:17 am

      Voice over LTE (voLTE), very likely.


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      • lynn says

        November 1, 2015 at 12:00 pm

        How to remove the left right arrows?

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        • Simon says

          November 1, 2015 at 1:48 pm

          You cannot. It is very likely voLTE (voice over LTE), which is a feature of your carrier’s mobile network.

          it is better to use it to get faster connection and better voice quality.

          If you really do not want to use it, you can disable it for outgoing calls in Settings–applications–phone — outgoing voice all settings. This may not remove the icon depending on your carrier.

          If you really really want to remove the icon, you need call you carrier to disable voLTE. Some carriers may name it as HD voice or crystal voice or something else.

          If I were you, I would enjoy it.


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  27. Zoheb says

    October 16, 2015 at 1:44 am

    I have a number showing on the top left of phone ‘40441’. What does that mean.

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    • Simon says

      October 16, 2015 at 4:51 am

      You should have a notification message as well.


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  • 十面埋伏 (Ambushed,Pipa,琵琶曲,Shi Mian Mai Fu)
  • 高山流水(High Mountain and Running River, Gao Shan Liu Shui, Guzheng, 古筝曲)
  • Meet in Yurt(敖包相会, Ao Bao Xiang Hui,Hulusi,葫芦丝)

RSS Drive In Singapore

  • Top 5 rules of driving in Singapore safely and legally during COVID-19 Circuit Breaker period
  • Understand COE Price by 10 Simple Questions
  • How to convert a foreign driving license to a Singapore driving license?
  • How to get a Touch ‘n Go card as a Singapore driver?
  • What is covered in the car warranty in Singapore? What is not?
  • What is the Singapore Road Speed Limit?
  • How to register, collect and use Malaysia Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP)?
  • Why are cars in Singapore are so expensive?
  • Drive to Malaysia
  • Car Maintenance and Servicing in Singapore

RSS Funny Jokes

  • Sleep with Patients
  • Hand Job
  • Fight Like a Man!
  • American Wife
  • Gift for Wife
  • The Third Panzer Division

RSS Free Hosting Answers!

  • How to connect to PPTP VPN server from a Windows machine (Windows 7 as an example)
  • How to install your own VPN server in 5 mins (PPTP on CentOS, RedHat and Ubuntu)
  • 5 efficient ways to advertise your free hosting services for free (and without using any social media)
  • How to create a 404 page?

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