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Meaning of status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S7

Understand the meanings of status and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+, Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.

Update 2: If you get new status icons or notification icons after applying Android Nougat for Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge +, please check New Galaxy S7 status icons in Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge Nougat update page.

Update: Galaxy S7 (including Galaxy S7 edge) use almost identical notification icons and status icons as Galaxy S6. This guide also applies to Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.

What are status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6  and S6 edge?

Similar to other Android phones, on the top of Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 edge, you can find the transparent status bar (which is on the top of Samsung Galaxy S6 home screen) with some icons.

In the right side of status bar, you can find  status icons which indicate the status of the mobile network signal, WiFi connection, time, battery levels and many other system level status.

In the left side of status bar, you can find notification icons. These notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 usually associated with corresponding apps.  Normally, you may also get a notification message associated with the notification icon.

If you want to know the meaning of the status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 (and S6 edge), this page is for you.

As you may know, in different regions, the design of status icons may be different. Some carrier may add a few special icons for their special network features or services.

In addition, third-party apps normally use their own notifications icons.

So, if you find a status icon or notification icon that is not covered in this guide, don’t be panic. You may take a screenshot and share with the community in the comment box below so that the community can help you find the meaning of such a status icon or notification icon.

Sometimes,  status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6  are just referred as “indicator icons“.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge share almost identical status icons and system notification icons as Galaxy S6, so this guide applies to both phones.  In the text, we will just use Samsung Galaxy S6.

Meaning of status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

Part 1:  Mobile network related status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

Although it is not absolutely required, most Galaxy S6 phones are using SIM card issued by your carrier (see this page for SIM card guide for Galaxy S6).  When you turn on the phone, Galaxy S6 connects to the carrier’s mobile network (or roams to partners’ network).

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

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_1_no_signal_no_mobile_network No mobile network. Galaxy S6 is NOT registered with any mobile networks. So, you can not use  the phone for voice or mobile data.This status icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 usually indicates either:

  1. there is no mobile network signal coverage from your carrier;
  2. or, your SIM card is not activated yet.

You need contact your carrier to find a solution.

When you see this status icon in Galaxy S6, you can still use other functions that do not require mobile network.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_2_signal_strength Mobile network signal strength indicator. This status icon in Galaxy S6 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_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_3_roaming Roaming. Your Galaxy S6  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 in most regions. So,  it is better to check the roaming rate before using any services when you get this status icon.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_4_gprs_network_connection GPRS network connected. GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is the slowest 2G mobile data connection.If there are no available 4G, 3G or Edge networks, mobile data in Galaxy S6 will fail back to GPRS.When data are transmitted in Galaxy S6, 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 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_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 there are no available 4G or 3G  networks, mobile data in Galaxy S6 will fail back to EDGE.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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_6_3G_network_connection 3G network connected. For different carriers, the 3G status icon in Galaxy S6 can mean quite different things. This status icon in Galaxy S6 usually means Galaxy S6  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.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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 status icon in Galaxy S6, you can use your Galaxy S6 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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 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 H+.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_9_4G_connection 4G network connected.  This status icon in Galaxy S6 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 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_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_10_4G_transmission 4G network is transmitting data. Again, this 4G status icon in Galaxy S6 means data are transmitted through anything from HSPA to HSPA+, except 4G LTE.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 S6 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 S6.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_11_4G_LTE_data_transmission 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  through 4G LTE network
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_13_flight_mode Airplane mode (flight mode) activated. Once you see this status icon in Galaxy S6, 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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_14_SIM_card_not_detected SIM card missing. Your Galaxy S6 will show this status icon if it 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 S6 without SIM card.

Part 2: Message notification related notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

When you receive a text message or MMS, or email or voice mail  message, you will get the notifications icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 status bar.

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

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_15_text_message_notificaiton New text message or MMS message. You will see this notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 when new messages arrive.In the notification area, you can tap the message to preview or go to the messaging app.In Galaxy S6, 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).
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_16_hangouts_notification 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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_17_gmail_notificaiton New GMail messages. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is from GMail app. It means you have new GMail messages.Please note, in the latest GMail app, you can add other email accounts.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_18_email_notificaiton New email message. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is from EMail app. It means you have a new email message.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_19_voice_mail_notificaiton New voice mail messages. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is for 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 S6.

Part 3: WiFi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC, Location, File transfer related status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

When WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, and location (GPS) is activated, you will find the corresponding status icons in Galaxy S6.

When File transfer or USB connection is active, you will find the notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_20_wifi_connected WiFi activated and connected. This status icon indicates WiFi connection is activated and Samsung Galaxy S6 is successfully connected to an access point.When data are transmitted, the arrows in the status icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 will flash or show different colors.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_21_wifi_not_connected WiFi activated, but not connected. This status icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 suggests there are some WiFi networks in range, but Galaxy S6 is not connected to any of them yet. Normally, these networks (access points) are new to your Galaxy S6, or you chose not to remember password when you connected to them last time.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_22_wifi_direct_icon WiFi Direct is activated. The status icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 indicates your Galaxy S6 is now connected to other device through WiFi Direct.WiFi Direct in Galaxy S6 offers a quick way to transfer files between devices. It is generally faster than Bluetooth.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_23_wifi_hotspot Portable WiFi hotspot enabled. You will see this status icon if  Galaxy S6 is configured  as a portable WiFi hotspot. This means you are sharing your mobile data with other devices through WiFi.Some carriers may block this feature.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_25_bluetooth_enabled Bluetooth enabled, but not paired.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_26_bluetooth_not_paired Bluetooth enabled and paired with other devices or accessories.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_27_screen_mirroring Screen mirroring enabled. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 indicates you are sharing Galaxy S6 screen with other big screens through Miracast.For more details on screen mirroring, and Chromecast, you may check this post.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_28_download Downloading or downloaded. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 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 S6.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_29_upload Uploading or uploaded. This notification icon is for uploading, i.e., when you upload files from your Galaxy S6 to the internet or other devices.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_30_sync_in_progress Data synchronization in progress.  The sync notification icon in Galaxy S6 is for all sync jobs, including  email, gmail, photos, contacts, calendar. Once the sync is done, the notification icon will disappear automatically.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_31_usb_connection_pc USB connection with PC established. You will see this notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 when S6 is connected to PC with the USB cable.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_31_usb_tethering Tethered through USB connection. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is displayed when Galaxy S6 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.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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. The notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is shown whenever NFC is activated on your Galaxy S6 .
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_33_GPS_in_use Location service (GPS) enabled. When this notification icon is shown in Galaxy S6, 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 (to save battery as well).

Part 4: Phone calls related  status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_34_blocking_mode Blocking mode enabled. In blocking mode, Galaxy S6 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.Samsung Galaxy S6 combines the old blocking mode with downtime in Android Lollipop.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_35_call_in_progress_notification Call in progress. When you are in a call, you will see this notification icon in Galaxy S6.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_36_call_on_hold_notification Call on hold. This notification icon tells you there is call on hold. Some carriers may not support this feature.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_37_call_forwarding_activated_notification Call forwarding enabled. You will get this notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 when you choose to always forward all calls to other number or to voice mail.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_38_missed_call_notification Missed call. The notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 tells you there are one or more missed calls.You can check the call log or notification area to see the caller number.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_39_call_muted_notification Call muted. If you tap the mute button again, it will be unmuted and the notification icon will disappear.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_40_notification_muted Silent mode (or mute mode) activated.  This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 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 in Galaxy S6.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_41_vibrate_mode Vibrate mode activated.  Galaxy S6 is in vibrate mode.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_42_speakerphone_in_use Speakerphone is on.

Part 5: Battery related status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

For more info on charging Galaxy S6 battery, please check this page.

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_43_battery_level_full Battery full.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 juice left.  The status icon may change to full or charging..
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_45_battery_level_critically_low Battery level critically low. When you battery has less than 5% capacity left, this status icon will shown. Galaxy S6 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 in Galaxy S6, 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 charging Galaxy S6 battery.

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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_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 S6 to PC through USB cable, you will also see this status icon in Galaxy S6. 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 6: Calendar, alarm and other apps related status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6

Icon Meaning
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_47_calendar_event_notification 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.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_48_alarm_activated Alarm activated. Please note alarm will NOT work if you shutdown your Galaxy S6.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_49_screenshot_taken Screenshot saved. Once a screenshot is taken, you will see this notification icon in Galaxy S6. The screenshot will be automatically saved to pictures/screenshots in the internal storage.Please follow this guide on how to take screenshot on Galaxy S6 and S6 edge.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_50_smart_stay Smart Stay activated.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_51_security_warning Security warning.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_52_tty_device TTY device inserted.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_53_system_error Emergency Alert. When you see this notification icon in Samsung galaxy S6, you should check the notification message. It usually indicates a system error.A reboot of Galaxy S6 may help sometimes.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_54_keyboard_notification Keyboard/keypad is active.
Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_55_DLNA_notification Connected to other devices. This notification icon displays in Samsung Galaxy S6 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_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_56_private_mode__notification Private mode activated.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_56_app_updated_notification App updates available. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is from Google Play store app.
 Meaning_of_status_icons_and_notification_icons_in_Samsung_Galaxy_S6_57_app_installed_notification App installed or updated. This notification icon in Samsung Galaxy S6 is from Google Play store app. You should get notifications on apps installed or updated.

 I saw some status icons or notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 that are not shown here, what do they mean?

If the notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 are 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 status icon or notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 are on the right side of he status bar, very likely, they are from the system apps or some pre-installed apps.

Do you have any questions to understand the meaning of status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6? Do you need help in status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6 edge?

If you have any problems or questions to understand the meaning of status icons and notification icons in Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 edge S6 edge+, Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge, please let us know them in the comment box below.

We will try to help you find a solution.

For other features of Galaxy S6, please check Galaxy S6 online manual page.

For detailed guides on how to use Samsung Galaxy S6, please check Galaxy S6 how-to guides page.

For detailed guides on how to use Galaxy S6 camera, please check Galaxy S6 camera guide page.



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Comments

  1. My symbol was not here. Please help me. It’s like a message bubble in left hand upper corner of my phone.

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  3. I have a symbol which is a ‘N’ over the top of a bit of what looks like the wifi symbol. Anyone know what this is?

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  4. Im having a pŕoblem with a uploading file its saying server error n the arrow has bn goin on 4 weeks how do i get rid of it

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  5. I have one not on here.its like the WiFi connection sign but has an upside down telephone symbol underneath as opposed to the up and down arrows. Any help much appreciated it’d really bugging me.

    (Right hand side – no notification).

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  7. I have the same problem. Two arrows facing the opp of each other. Done switching off volte but it still have.

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  8. I see an icon in the right side top, next to the wifi symbol, which looks like a key hole on the door. What does it mean, where did it come from?

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  10. Hi Simon,
    I got the S6 Edge SM 925I model and I am using AT&T LTE network. Whenever the Data is ON, I am getting only 4G symbol and i am not able to see the 4G LTE symbol While my friends are having the LTE symbol in their iPhone with the AT&T network. I tried to find the speed of the data network by using the Speed test app. I was able to see the speed around 47-51 MBPS for downlink and 17-20 MBPS for uplink. With the same app I verified with their iPhone and got the same speed.
    is there anything that I need to worry whether my phone is not compatible with the AT & T LTE network? Please guide me. I am worried whether that I got the wrong model here to use 🙁 ?

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  11. the message unfortunately the launcher has stopped working keeps coming on my screen how do I get rid of it

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  13. I have notifications enabled on the lock screen. However, every time I turn the screen on and look at it it’s dominated with a location notification screen. It’ll sit there for 5-10 seconds while it finds my location again and then goes away. I couldn’t care less about this finding my location. Turning lock screen notifications on/off seems to be an all or nothing proposition. Any say you know of exclude some of these? I am a bit perplexed why this is constantly re-finding my location as I’ve never been nagged about this before on any other phone.

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  14. Question,
    I only get the “G” symbol in a LTE area. My phone provider does not know. The phone is really slow. There is no option even for 4G or LTE. Does anyone have an idea? Thanks in advance

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  15. How to get mobile data on/off in notification panel? Intially it was there but now it is not there?

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  16. in my S6 Edge, my Mobile Data icon in quick panel has been disappeared! can anyone tell me how to bring it back. I check from edit options but not seen the mobile data anywhere!!!! please help me.

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  19. How do I delete the time in the status icons section? I have a widget for time, and I don’t need it listed twice. Also, is there a way to just keep the battery percentage, and remove the battery icon only from the status icons section?

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  20. I have a status symbol with 3 bubbles on the very top left corner of the phone. Can u please tell me how to get rid of it?

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  21. I have a little circle with a rock in it and when i own the notification panel it tells me is checking device status please wait. It’s been doing it for days since i got the phone how do i fix it?
    secondly, my notifications from my apps and email don’t appear in my notification bar how do you turn this on?
    Thanks

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  22. I have an icon that has two arrows, one above, one at the bottom. The top one points to the left, the bottom to the right. May I know what this icon means? Thanks a lot 🙂

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  23. I have two icons both with upside down phone receivers… The one on the left side has something that looks like an antenna and the one on the right has wifi bars above it & a red line thru the whole thing. (that one i believe is saying my wifi calling isn’t working.)

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  24. i have a samsung 6 and it constantly plays this beep noise whenever i use the phone. the beep noise is not in any of the sounds/notifications, ive tried everysingle thing i can think of and have read about…anyone have anyidea how to stop this noise, it is driving me absolutely crackers.

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  27. My status icon looks like a key with a key tag attached. I can’t find what it means. Also, when I have a voice message, nothing comes up in the status bar to let me know. How do I turn this feature on? Thanks

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  28. I am getting an exclamation point next to my WiFi symbol and mobile signal strength bars, and these are not listed above. When I get these symbols (in my house no less), my phone says I’m connected to my WiFi network, but any application I try to open that needs a WiFi or mobile connection will not work. Anyone have an idea? Simon?

    Thanks!

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  30. Hi,
    I have a line running horizontaly across my screen. In the centre of iot there is a small circle with 2 arrows in it, one pointing up and one down.I can move the line either up or down slightly, when I touch the circle it turns red. can you tell me what it is please, and how to get rid of it?
    Thanks.

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  33. i have a status icon at the top right corner near the battery status icon, this status icon is 2 arrows, top arrow points towards the left and bottom arrow points towards right, does anyone knows what this means? TIA.

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  36. I have an icon on the left side that resembles a missed call icon, but slightly different. Its the phone receiver with an arrow coming down and turning right. No notification and its not in the glossary.

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  38. I have a symbol on my s6 edge that appeared after an update last week it’s 2 arrows on top of each other the top facing left and the bottom to the right they are the the left of the wifi icon or 4g icon when not in wifi range . The battery runs down very quickly when the symbol appears . Does anyone know what it is and how to turn it off please .

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  39. Hey guys,

    I have an icon, in the top right (i know it’s a system icon and not an app icon if it’s placed near the battery icon) that looks very much like the “Viber” icon (https://goo.gl/xZrNiO – this is the model) BUT the 3 wave lines are way more arched and thinner. This icon does not go away even after factory reset… it’s driving me crazy 😛 Thank you in advance ^_^

    Have a great day,
    Alex

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  41. I don’t have a question about any of the icons themselves–they’re just too small! Even with my glasses on I can barely tell if I have a new email message or not. Any way to make them larger??

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  42. I also have the lightning bolt symbol with the arrow. I took a screen shot and you should be able to see it along the top right side of the image. It is a faded gray color between the alarm clock and wifi symbols. Here is the link to Google Drive to see the screenshot:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxF2NlIebPMxSVo2ck1rcVVETEU/view?usp=docslist_api

    I’d love to know what this is because it just popped up yesterday and I can’t figure out what it means.

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  44. what does the icon that looks like a service strength icon but has an “N” attached to it? Also how do I remove it. Thanks

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  45. I have a icon that looks like a phone that appears on the bottom right corner and if I touch it it locks my screen to touch but I can pull the drop down menu but can’t touch anytjing

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  46. I have a hand symbol with quotation marks around the hand at the top of my screen where it shows the battery, WIFI strength…what does this hand mean I don’t recall seeing it before

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  47. My G6 6.0.1 recently started showing the USB Connection icon, even when it’s not connected at all. It’s set to charging, which is correct, but how can I turn off the notification?

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  49. There is asymbol that looks like a circle or ring with a line coming up from the left side and another line coming out and down from the right bottom side. I can’t find what it means listed anywhere. What is it?

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  51. Hello I have an icon just appeared today in my S6 little rectangle just in the middle of icons bar showing HD, what this stands for? Thank you

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  53. I can’t find out what this symbol is anywhere. There was an icon that looked like a silhouette of a keyhole that’s it. The keyhole wasn’t in anything it just was an all gray keyhole and was next to an icon that looked like 2 cars I couldn’t figure out either. please help me! It was on the left hand side of the screen. I don’t know how to post a pic here but I can email.

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  54. i have up on the icon bar the normal icons, signal, battery, wifi,
    but its got a overlap on them you can see the ones below but the new ones are over them, it happens when you lock the phone and press power just to bring the screen on,ive rebooted it twice but it didn’t do anything,

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  55. Hi
    After a recent software update I have noticed my phone is no longer receiving updates properly. I receive notifications and I get the flashing led however when I unlock the phone there is no icons on the bar at the top and I therfore have to manually go through my phone to find out what notification I received. I have already tried several forums and Youtube guides to try and resolve the issue but to no avail. I have already gone through all the relevant notification settings to make sure everything is switched on but everything seems to be in order. My only suggestion is that it could be a problem with the latest version of touchwiz. Please can you help me with this frustrating issue

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  58. Hi just updated my s7 edge and it the bar at the top next toy WiFi symbol it says vol)))
    LTE

    Help??!!! What on earth is it??!!

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  61. I have a Plus (+) sign enclosed in a 3/4 circle on the top right hand side of my Samsung Galaxy S7 edge phone, how do i turn this icon off?

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  62. I have a circle with the + sign it it with the outside circle being 3/4 filled in, what is this for, it’s on the right side in between Bluetooth and power save

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  63. I have an icon number 1 appearing on the right side of icon for 4G. Its not a calendar event. What is it? And how do I remove it?

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  65. I have an icon of a 3/4 circle with a + sign in the middle and have no idea what it is for. Any ideas.

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  67. How do you get rid of the lighting bolt with the downloading sign under it. It just appeared on my Samsung s7edge

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  68. I get a white text message notification. All of a sudden i get a bkack one on occation what does that mean.? I know ita not a message fail

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  69. I have an icon on status bar, about in the center, grouped to the left of wifi, 4g, signal strength, battery status and time. It is a circle with a plus sign in tbe middle. Most of the circle is white (from “4 o’clock” to “12 o’clock”). From “12 o’clock” to “4 o’clock” the circle is pale blue. Does anyone recognize this? Thanks!

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  70. I have a contact number with a bell like symbol and a diagonal line through it. What does it mean?

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  71. Beside my Download icons I now have multiple symbols that look like a silhouette of a spy. Very cloak and dagger-ish

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  72. The screen light keeps turning on and off when it’s not in use. How can I stop it? Started a few days ago.

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  73. I have a wink I icon in the top of my screen in the notifications bar? What is it? (Other than a wink).

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  74. I have this status icon that looks like a 3 quater circle with a cross in the middle. Im not sure why it there, but it seems to have an effect on how my phone operates. Please help me find out what its for and how to get rid of it.

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  75. Good evening on my S7 at the top right the second symbol is a box with what looks like the letter N in it please help I couldn’t find it in the above manual thank you still try to learn this phone .

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  76. On my Galaxy S6 along the top status bar I have a circle icon with a plus sign in the middle of it. The circle itself is not completely linked – maybe three quarters of the way are bright white and the plus sign is bright white. It is located to the left of my Bluetooth indicator. Does anyone know what this icon means?

    Thank you.

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  77. After I updated the latest update for my S6, my status bar is darkened to the point where it is hard to see when I get on my messages. Why is that?

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  78. I have a Galaxy S7 and today a small icon on the right side popped up next to my Bluetooth icon. It is a battery with a triangle symbol sort of like a recycling symbol in the center of it.

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  79. Could somebody please tell me what the symbol Vo, and then what looks like sidewards signal strength means?

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  82. Could someone help me with figuring out what a symbol is that’s at the top left on my screen? It looks like the letter p. Thanks

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  85. hi,can you please help me whats the meaning of this white heart icon inside the SD card means in samsung s7 edge?its showing in the status bar.i googled it but nothing is showing.others told me its some kind of a dating app.

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  86. I’ve got a Samsung S6 Edge Plus and today a small green icon appeared in the lower right corner of every screen. What is it?

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  87. I have a status icon at the top of my phone. it is a 3/4 circle with a + sign in the middle. I cannot get it off, and my phone has been have connection problems with the internet ever since this showed up. Please help. thank you.

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  88. I have a symbol not in your list. It’s a circle with 3/4 of it darkened and a + sign in the middle. It’s located at the top between some kind of battery icon and blue tooth.
    What is it and do I need it on?

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  92. I have a 3/4 circle with a cross in the center of the incomplete circle. Can’t find an answer to this icon. Any ideas?

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  93. I have a half circle with a (+) in the middle. It appears on the display of icons at the top of the screen along with signal strength, blue tooth indicator, etc.

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  94. Samsung S7 -I have a status icon on the right side which looks similar to the speakerphone icon, but has the WiFi symbol coming out of the speaker part of the handset. The icon comes and goes. Any idea what this could be?
    Thank you

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  95. I have a partial circle with a “+” in the middle of it. The circle has a highlighted “C” portion and the rest of the circle is grayed out. Any ideas???? Thanks

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  97. I have a status icon next to the wifi icon that’s about 2/3 of a circle with a plus sign in the middle. Anybody by chance know what it means?

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  102. Icon on a cheap Samsung phone in left hand corner of a text message that looks like a CD with an exclamation point in front of it?? Can anyone tell me why this means?

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  105. Looks like a solid white oval. Cracked down the center and offset. What is it. Could it be a tracker app?

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  106. Some Icons are camera’s that spy on thiefs. If your phone is lost or stolen, they may see the face of that person.

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  108. I have an icon at the top of my phone next to my bluetooth icon that is a triangle with one arrow pointing down and one arrow pointing up on the inside of the triangle. Any idea what that is?

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  109. I have 3 status notification I can’t find meaning of 1) A battery symbol with some type of broken triangle shape inside, 2) A + plus sign with a broken circle partly filled in, 3) A dark square with an N inside it. Also I continually get a notification sound but no notification. This is driving me crazy. Can you PLEASE help?

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  112. The icon I am looking for is not here.
    It just appeared in the last week or so.
    It looks like a tiny recycle triangle with tiny up and down arrows in it.
    I appears just to the left of the wifi signal strength icon.

    DK

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  113. What does a +6 or +3 or +any number mean under the time and sate ? Is that the number of phone calls?

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  115. There’s an icon on my galaxy phone; I don’t have any idea what it means.
    It’s a circle, w/ three incurments that can be illuminated.Two are currently on.

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