Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime
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“Samsung managed to get the smartphone crown in the high-end segment with its Galaxy S6, but the task is a bit more challenging for the Koreans in the mainstream sector, which is noticeable when you look at the Galaxy Grand Prime: There are just too many competitors with good devices nowadays.Still, the Grand Prime is not a bad smartphone – quite the contrary: Some aspects are even really good. You get a lot of performance, the speaker is better than expected and the battery can be replaced. You also get LTE.But you will have to live with some drawbacks in return: The chassis leaves a sophisticated impression, but does not win any design prizes, and it is also pretty heavy. The display cannot inspire us, either, because the colors are too pale. The battery runtimes are practical but could be better when you consider the pretty big battery.”
“While the Galaxy Grand Prime is no Galaxy S4, for a casual user (with less than perfect eyesight) the difference in price isn't proportionate to the difference in experience. Samsung could have put a little more heart in making the phone, but it's a fine device for this day, target market and price.”
“The common stigma with entry-level phones is that they never seem to get any love. To a certain degree, that continues to be the case, but as we’ve seen this year, several low to mid-end smartphones have proven themselves to be attractive options thanks to their strong performances. Unfortunately for the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, it’s not one of those that we can include – it’s just a forgettable phone with a forgettable experience.”
“Feature-rich cameras and an attractive build help push Cricket's prepaid Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime past other budget rivals that also cost under $200.”
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The phone lacks sufficient space for anything. The screen is terrible unless the brightness is high. It is a totally fragile phone without a good case.
Tried 2 of this model and no one can hear you while speaking on the phone..sounds like you're in a toilet
I've had performance issues from the get-go, been using it for a few months trying to not lose my cool .... the phone has some quirks. ....I've not experienced on other phones, that said, I'm most unhappy with the carrier MetroPCS. I own a transmission repair shop, been doing this for 35+ years, ...
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In Depth
With a name like the Galaxy Grand Prime, you might expect a lot of crazy features. However, the phone is one of Samsung’s entry level phones. With all the competition in the low end market, does this handset have what it takes to keep up?
Let’s see what the reviews are saying!
The curved edges, metallic accents and physical home button give the phone that premium Samsung appearance, reviews indicate that the plastic shell feels decidedly budget. NotebookCheck said, “The Grand Prime feels comfortable thanks to its rounded edges and the size is convenient as well.” Just don’t expect the phone to take too many drops or dings.
Coming around front, there’s a spacious 5-inch display. Unfortunately, to cut costs, Samsung went with a TFT display running at 960-by-540 pixels. If you’re hoping for that punch AMOLED experience, you’ll be disappointed. CNet noted, “Its comparatively low pixel density won’t ruin basic text reading and social networking on the Galaxy Grand Prime, but it does render the screen especially dim in bright sunlight and makes fingerprint smudges harder to ignore.”
Powered by a 1.2Ghz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, reviews show that the phone handles basic web browsing, social media and daily task with minimal delays. While it might take time for the app to load, once it does you shouldn’t have too many issues. CNet put the phone through their benchmark testing and said, “Considering its hardware limitations, the Galaxy Grand Prime is a good little performer. It booted up in about 20 seconds and felt responsive throughout.” If you’re looking for a gaming phone, this one lacks the power to keep up with newer titles.
If you plan to use more than a few apps, you’ll likely need a microSD card. While the phone comes with 8GB of internal storage, reviews show that closer to 4GB is available to users. Fortunately, the ability to use cards up to 128GB in capacity makes fixing this easy. The phone runs Android 4.4.4, so moving some apps to your external card is possible.
One area where the phone did well was battery life. The 2600mAh battery made it through the day for most reviewers. PhoneScoop said, “I found the phone lasted from breakfast to bedtime consistently, though it was often at 15% around 11PM.” Should you need more battery life, the battery is removable for quick swapping.
As with most of the other sections, the camera performance was average. The 8MP rear camera offers auto-focus for faster, clearer shots but many reviews noted that performance in all but the best of lighting was so-so. NotebookCheck said, “All in all it takes decent pictures: The colors are good and even larger colored areas appear uniform, but a closer look reveals some slightly pixelated edges.”
One bonus to the phone is the inclusion of NFC–a feature hard to find in this price tier. Unfortunately, you won’t find a fingerprint scanner so most mobile payment options are still not an option.
Overall, reviews were positive with the assumption you’re looking for a budget device. The phoen appears to perform comparably to similar priced phones of the same age. PhoneScoop summed up the phone well, saying, “The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is perhaps not so grand as its name, but is still a good deal for price-sensitive shoppers.”
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How do I fix "Camera failed" or "Media server failed" error on Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime?
If your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime shows “Media server failed” or “Camera failed” errors, try these solutions in order:
- Remove and reinsert the battery: Power off your phone, remove the battery for 20-30 seconds, reinsert it, and power on. This resolves most cases by resetting the camera service.
- Check your SD card: Remove your microSD card and test the camera. If it works, the SD card may be corrupted—format it or replace it.
- Clear camera data: Go to Settings > Apps > Camera > Storage > Clear cache and Clear data. Restart your phone.
- Update software: Go to Settings > About device > Software update and install any available updates.
- Boot in Safe Mode: Restart your phone in Safe Mode to check if a third-party app is causing the issue. If the camera works in Safe Mode, uninstall recently added apps.
If none of these steps work, the camera module may have a hardware fault. Contact Samsung service or visit an authorized repair center for inspection.
Note: Avoid charging via USB data cable excessively, as some users report it can trigger this error.
When was the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime released?
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime was released on October 1, 2014.
How long does the battery last on the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime?
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime has a 2,600 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime support wireless charging?
No, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime does not support wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime have NFC?
No, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime does not have NFC. Contactless payments and tap-to-pair will not be available.
Where can I get support for the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime?
Visit Samsung's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
Where can I download the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime manual?
You can view and download the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime manual on our dedicated manual page.
Questions & answers
i downloaded an app that gives you funny faces when taking a photo but doesn't work properly on my samsung galaxy grand prime duos so I uninstalled it, later on i found out my camera phone doesn't work and displays warning: server not working. restart camera so i closed the app, but doesn't work. I tried restarting the phone a couple of times but still doesn't work until i tried removing the battery and the micro sd card and reinsert it after then starting the phone again. viola! works again. so try removing the battery, re insert it again and start the phone, works for me :)
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Hi, I've got a Samsung galaxy s3 mini and when I start the camera app, I got sometime unfortunately, Camera has stopped sometime Camera failed, and some other time MediaServer failed. Camera needs restart. I never had my camera working. I tried several time to clean data of the app and the gallery app as weel, I restarted the phone, the sotware is updated, I remove the battery several times, I did the factory reset and I put off the sd card. I always have the same problem :(
I'm having the same issue as above. Showing camera failed. Already tried battery method but did not work. Tried using other camera application, still same issue. I even performed Clear Data on the camera app and updated my phone but still won't work.Can some one help me and provide me other option, other than performing factory reset on my phone. I need all the data's of some of my apps installed. Thanks.
Hi Guys,Even my Sumsung Galaxy Grand Prime had experienced the same issue. Camera was not working and initially it showed the error server error.cannot connect restart camera. I did a factory default reset and it was vein. Now the error changed to media server failed restart camera. Next I cleared the data from application manager and still the issue persisted. Lastly I re-inserted the phone battery(remove and insert) and started the phone.Thank God It worked for me!
Hi,There is a bizarre solution. With the cell phone turned on, open the camera's App, after you get the message server error occurred. Restart camera you must take off the back cover then remove the battery and the SIM card and the micro SD. Wait for 1 minute and after that: 1.- Insert the SIM card, 2.- Insert the micro SD 3.- Place the battery. Turn on the cell phone and done!
i have a Samsung galaxy grand 2 mobile , recently am facing big problem, mobile camera not working . then am mobile switch of remove the sim and memory card, after sim i am insert switch on mobile , now my mobile camera working , after then again switch off mobile and insert memory card, not working camera and not showing memory card images and videos, pleas help me .
hello guys i have some problem in my phone. when i capture a photo it's it work correctly and when i want see the photo it will shows me. but after i captured some photo it will brake and my phone say couldn't load photo. plsss tell me how to fix it plsss. thanks
Hello guys, I had the same Problem and solved it! thanks for the guy who recommended the solution here. Just removed the battery for about 15 seconds then inserted it again and started the phone, it worked!!! Note: I tried before to clear the catch data from application Manager and it didnt work.
Thank you so much for this. I've been all over the net to find a solution to fix the camera problem. I didn't expect that all the hassle could be solved by removing the battery. Thanks for the help. PS. I connected my phone to a laptop to transfer files. You might have done he same
Q - :( My Gadget's Camera Is Not Working....How To Bring It back In Running Condition??FOLLOW ME:-> Just RELAX & CHILL-OUT ,)-> Remove the Battery (let ur cell be off)-> Switch on the Cell after 10 seconds...-> Camera will be set back running...-> Enjoy!!
when your phone prompt an error when you want to use camera that media sever failed needs to restart, please switch off your phone remove battery for 2 minutes and replace again restart phone and it will work. this has work for my sumsung galaxy grand prime now. thanks guys
Salam ! guys I used to have this problem in my samsung galaxy grand prime but i've found it's solution . just backup your data and reset your phone it should work now but if it won't . than just remove your battery once and start your phone again like @Ali said . It worked for me . thanks .
So I have read back through ALL of this thread, done ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING mentioned and they all work for a while, but within the same day the problem happens again. Please give something that might ACTUALLY help. This Samsung J5 is two days old and was sold to me faulty???
My phone camera Samsung grand prime cant be operate...there is some alert.UPDATE: Answer provided by @moontej worked. Power off the phone. Remove the battery for 20-30 seconds and then re-attach. Power up phone again. Then your mobile camera will work. This is caused by a power distribution problem inside the mobile chipset.
Hy Guys i have same this kind of ******* problem (media server failed) front camera not working . i have read your all above mentioned discussions but all in vain i have tried ...but still error accrues when i open front cameraThanks Guys Keep me posted
I really thankful to you Carl P.... it's really worked.... it's like I had just searching and got this page and tried all of sudden it working..... I m really glad and lots of thank to you..... you answering and solving so many doubts.... great job....
Yes it worked!! Before this I was trying all sorts of things like switching my phone to flight mode, restarting the phone, deleting pictures, deleting apps etc. It now needed me to remove the battery then put it back on....yoohoo..thanks a lot
I tried so many ways to fix thiscamera failed Read many forums and blogs, none of the idea worked. But, after reading here I removed the battery and inserted again and restated, wow..it worked wonder. Thank you guys.
wow i also just switched off and removed the battery for some time and it worked....you cant imagine this has taken me three weeks trying to fix the problem yet it was this easy.
Salam ! guys I used to have this problem in my samsung galaxy grand prime but i've found it's solution . just backup your data and reset your phone it should work now but if it won't . than just remove your battery once and start your phone again like. thanks .
when both sim is inserted in samsung galaxy grand prime then some times it becomes switched off while as soon as i press call button to call any one....and when single sim is inserted there is no problems happens ....why these things happens?
I can not view my pictures in gallery...also can't use my clock alarm n when i go to settings n tap on storage i get kicked out of settings. Please help me fix this.
Hi! I also have the problem wtih galaxy grand prime which are camera, touch scereen, functions, so many errors. Althought I bought it during this two weeks, It was very unsatisfy to me. If you have a answer for this problems, please let me know.
the answer is very simple when you encounter a message camera failed and need to restart just remove the battery for 10 sec and reinsert it again ,turn on your phone and enjoy your camera again welcome,
If your camera doesn't work and it says media server eerror, need to restart camera... you need to power off your cp. Then remove the battery, sims and sim card ! And then apply it again. After that power on your cp and it will work !
You should remove your battery and then check your camera will work well That problem occurs when we charge our cell phone by connecting with laptop or computer by data cable. I had same problem but it was fixed after removing battery.
If the camera isn't working and it is blurry water could have spilt on it and you didn't know it so try putting it in rice over night I did that and that fixed my camera problem
Guys Don't Worry It's A Simple Problm. We All Can Be Solve It. 1St Restart Your 4n In Data Backup Reset Option. And Next Remove Your Battery In Five Minutes. Then Start Your Phone The Prbl Wil Be Solved.....!!! ☺☺☺☺ thx / Susheel
Jxt turnoff ur phone remove bettery nd SD card for 10 mint nd then restart your fone... i hope problem will solve... i also had this problm... nd this method work for me...!!! Best of Luck
> Thanks for your answer Carl P. If I try this, can I always roll back my changes with a factory reset? Because, if it still doesn't work I will send it back, it's still under warranty.
Thanks so much to everybody. Battery method work for me and im happy that front/back camera working otherwise I would have to purchase another phone. Thanks and regards, KN
Hi I am using samsung Galaxy Tab2,I have removed sd card,format it,switch off and switch on.But still same problem persist and i can not remove the battery it is un removable. Please Help
hi budd carl i'av read nearly all the comments ... done it all its will be solved when i take out my battrey and reinstall it ... but after some time the same problem will come back again
Guys Don't Worry It's A Simple Problm. We All Can Be Solve It. 1St Restart Your 4n In Data Backup Reset Option. And Next Remove Your Battery In Five Minutes. Then Start Your Phone The Prbl Wil Be Solved.....!!! ☺☺☺☺
I have tried removing my batt from my galaxy grand prime and restarting my phone and I've also removed my sd card but it's still giving me the error message: media's server error.. Wat do I do now
I have the same problem. I went to Samsung customer care twice, they solve the problem, they even change the camera but on the next day same thing happens. I dnt know what to do now pls help
Wow, It worked. I just switched off my mobile, removed the battery wait for some time, re-inserted and switched on and here it goes.
my gelexy Grande prime's camera can't works I just remove my batrry only for five mints after and latter restart my cellphone..... and it work properly.... thanks all of u for help to solve the issue
thank u so much my brother had my ate that his phone camera is not working finally ur suggestion worked out n that idiots camera is working now ty a lot :-*
I have same camera problem with Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime . I just switch off the phone and remove the battery. After inserting battery again and switching on the phone camera works again. Regards.
my camera is not working it says warning camera failed and warning media server failed. needs restart pls help me i cannot do anything
I think we should raise this issue with Samsung , i am still unable to understand how can camera connected to battery..battery is only to provide current and has nothing to to with camera..
I am also facing a problem with my phone. Samsung Grand Duos(I9082) , when i try to snap a picture it says 'camera failed' Please help me solve this problem. Thanx in advance
Working fine Now - You should remove your bettry nd then check your camera will work well That problem occurs when we charge our cell fone by connecting with laptop or computer by datacable.......
My grand prime's phone camera media server is failed please Help me how to solve this problem instruct me to make this camera Thanks
Yes, just removed the battery for a few minutes, the camera will work again. So guys, if you found the message server error occured restart camera, just remove the battery. Trust me it works.
OMG!!... Couldnt belived it just only take out & put it back the battery can solved the Camera Prob..!!! it solved my few weeks problem!!! THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH !!
Thankz guys. It really works I tried lots of things like factory reset etc... but this is very simple and use full. Thanks again.....
Really works....... Just read through the comments, all I did was remove my battery, SIM card and memory card(SD card) and restart immediately it came back on and my camera started working ........
Thankz guys. It really works I tried lots of things like factory reset etc... but this is very simple and use full. Thanks again.....
Answer this question...I have a grand prime but every time I open the camera it gives me an alert showing camera failed and I don't have an ad card..what can I do
i was having the same problem so i removed the battery and started clicking the power on/off button three or four times then when it opened so the camera started working
My cell phone camera after an impact giving only multi colored spots hazy line views and not at all working. kindly let me know the remedial measures if any. with regards.
I removed its battery for 15 second, took out its SD card and then insert them into its place now it work as normal now. You can try it :) Samsung Galaxy Grand prime.
camera failed error. 1-turn off your device. 2-remove battery. 3-remove your sdCard/Memory card 4-put battery on its place. 5-turn on your device. 6-check your camera. i'll work... Works for me
It worked for me. I removed the battery for just a few seconds and powered the phone back on and the camera worked! I hope it works for you as well!
i was facing the same problem with my Samsung grand prime phone came... removed the battery and the SD card as suggested... now its working. thanks everyone who suggested the solution.
i was facing the same problem with my Samsung grand prime phone came... removed the battery and the SD card as suggested... now its working.thanks everyone who suggested the solution.
Carl P. It worked for a while as I removed battery and reinserted it. But afterwards the problem persists.
Hi there! Do you have a micro SD card inserted? If yes, backup the files in your SD card and then reformat the SD card then check if the problem is still there.
Thanks alot guys, its really worked . thank q very much m facing the problem form past 10 days , with ua review i jus tried it and its really done.felling vey happi.
Glaxy grind prime is not punning but i restart and swich off however this is not runing it giving to warning when i start the camera
I keep getting a message MediaServer failed. Camera needs restart when using the camera on my Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime phone. How do I solve this problem.
Thanxxxxxx a lot guya for the first time i done it ntng is happend bt i tried twice and it works yipppeeeee thanxxx aq lot guys for the tremendous solution
I have samsung galaxy mobile. Since last 2 months whenever i open my camera its not open and there is camera failed written screen flash. Can anyone help?
Thanks Guys i try a lot factory reset etc i do not know how easily you solve my issue by opening your site thanks.
I turned off my phone, removed the battery for 5 seconds then I inserted it back again. Turned on my phone and open the camera application and it works now!
I have faced the same problem. i switched off the phone and removed the battery for 5minutes and then put it back. But It's not works.. So plz help me...??
Samsung Grand Prime: Warning Camera Failed-To overcome this problem, simply remove the battery wait for 10 second and connect the battery again. Restart the mobile.
thanks All of you.... my gelexy Grande primre's camera can't works I just remove my batrry only for five mints after and latter restart my cellphone..... and it work properly....
Your idea of to remove bettary n clean bettary by tounge and this idea hasbeen worked succesfully...This is very helpfully idea for me...Thnqqq
Thanks Ali, I did and it's done! ...Ali 9 months ago Good Answer 8 Replies Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved.
Dear All, If you face this problem, then i have solution. Just remove battery and SD card and isert same after a while. You camera will be fixed.
I have also same problem. When I try to open camera they shown media server failed. Restart camera message. I try reset reboot but no use. Plz give me suggest
You should remove your bettry nd then check your camera will work well That problem occurs when we charge our cell fone by connecting with laptop or computer by datacable.......
Off the phone, remove your Micro SD Card and switch it on. My Galaxy Grand Prime camera is working after i did that.
hi guys, my samsung galaxy grand prime camra not working showing error msg of media server failed or camra failed how to fix it please help.
ive been having the same problem too. try turning off your phone then remove the battery for a minute then insert it back and turn it on. it works ☺
I had this problem too and I removed my battery and then put it again and after removing it is working very well so pleads remove ur battery
Thanks its worked but i need permanent solution because its worked but after some time same problem happens so please give some strong solution
Gr8 .. it worked... Jus power off.. remove the battery for a couple of seconds... insert the battery and switch on.. thats it .. done ... simple....
My samsung galaxy grand neu plus.model GT-I9060I camera not working.display show warning camera failed.above suggestion employed but does not work.please solution me.
I had the same problem but after reading above answers I just switched off my phone, removed the battery and replaced it, the camera started working
I keep getting a message MediaServer failed. Camera needs restart when using the camera on my Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime phone. How do I solve this problem.
the removing of battery worked! thanks guys. to all who have the same problem, you can remove the battery then insert it again then turn it on :)
It works, i switched off the phone and removed the battery for 5minutes and then put it back. And hey the camera was back into normal function
All the Comments (Solutions ) were helpful. I was so frustrated since one whole week. finally realized how simple it was to fix it.
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera is not working. When I press the camera button server error occured and need to restart the camera. How to fix it?
my samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.plz help me i am waiting for your answer
resolve by doing the following. APPS> SETTING> APPLICATIONS>ALL>CAMERA>FORCE CLOSE> CLEAR DATA> RESTART THE PHONE. Hope it helps.
I am happy that my problem is fix. my camera is also not working but after removing the battery and insert again the camera start working
Thank you so much for yr help. I removed the battery n placed it back again n it worked...Thank You once again.
Thank you so much for yr help. I removed the battery n placed it back again n it worked...thank u once again.
'Camera Failed' error. Removed the Battery for 5 to 8 minutes and then inserted back and restarted the phone. Voila! IT worked!
I keep getting a message MediaServer failed. Camera needs restart when using the camera on my Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime phone. How do I solve this problem.
guys, 1st turn off the phone and remove the battery and wait 2 minute and insert battery factory data reset and reboot the phone.. that's all bye.....
about my samsung galaxy grand prime how can i fix the camera...i cant open it ..even i restart the phone already .please help
I have a galaxy grand neo plus.my cell phone camera not works.it's always show camera failed. ..what can I do...plz help me
i am having the same problem. i have even formatted the SD card and also removed the card. but still having the same problem. help plz
My samsung grand prime's camera .. showing error .. camera failure whenever i turn on my phone's camera ... How can i resolve this issue ..
Switch off ur mobile take off the battery and reinstall it then restart ur mobile phone hope it will work, worked in mine
million thanks God and thanks for who first said remove the battery i did it and my phone camera works right now.
Yupeeehhh.I just removed and re inserted the battery.problem solved and the camera worked.Thank You.
Thank you guys :) Have experiencing problem with my samsung grand prime phone. I just removed the battery then restart. And it's working.
I had the same error. I simply turned my phone, removed the battery, and turned my phone back on. now it works perfectly fine. :)
ohh thanks I was very sad becuase my camera was not working but now I am very happy its really work
Guys solution is here If u face camera problem just remove ur sim card and memory card and restart fone camera will work
Hello to all, I have the same problem and I solved it by removing he SD card and battery.
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. I have been formatted SD Card and re install CD Card Same problem. plz help
I have faced the same problem just take out the battery and put it back and turn on the phone it would work
I have also the same problem with my samsung grand duos.Then I just remove the battery and reinserted it.My problem solved.Thanks
Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved and its working properly without any error.
tried factory reset, battery removal and restart method, now there isn't camera option in my g-530h samsung galaxy grand prime. plz help
i was facing the same problem with my galaxy grand prime....i removed the battery and inserted it again and it worked
You must restart your handphone and put it the battery off and then put it on again. The problem will solved
um how do i fix my back camera is cracked and not werking :) (joke but not the cracked part)
Go to below link and you can solve your problem i did the same http://www.samsung.com/levant/support/skp/tsg/635610
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime camera at the back show blur when take photo. :( Remove everything as well as factory reset, still same problem.
Wow it works... Remove the batter and restart... but prior to tat i did factory setting.... may be only battery removal was enough...
Please I need help every time I open up my camera face camera it says server error please restart camera help
i removed my battery and then i installed it again so my camera is working. it was showing :error occurred connect server,
Thanks a million Buddies. Removed Battery + Restarted Phone & It worked pretty fine for my Grand Prime Samsung. Thanks again. Good luck :)
My samsung s5 refused to connect to it camera after flashing.Pls kindly help me on what to do.Thanks
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. I have been formatted SD Card and re install CD Card Same problem. plz help
I followed steps from sansung.co but not worked . And just removed battery it starts to works .......thnx
Thanks a lot guys. It really worked by removing the battery for a while & then reinserting it. Thanks to all
Thanks a lot guys. It really worked by removing the battery for a while & then reinserting it. Thanks to all
I just fixed this problem by simply removing the battery and the sd card and put back in after.
Wow Carl P........ I also tried what u guided... and it's really amazing... my camera also worked now
thanks guys it also worked for me i turned it off removed the battry and turned it on and it worked....
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera can not work.If we press the camera button display server error restart ccamera
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
waooooo yesi removed bettry for 20 Second enter again,,, camera now workingthanks friendsamzing
Same problem i need help guys plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz plz
my prime camera is not working. media server failed ,camera needs restart.that problem .please improve in new lollipop version
Wow.. just great.. done fixing the problem with the camera.. shutdown then remove battery thats it.. magic.. thanks..
thankz a lot u guyss for de info. samsung ! why dis happen ? i need an answer now ! why camera always failed ?
same problem but I followed the solution offered by removing battery and restarting and the camera is now working. thanks guys!
it was a great solution... Could help me a lot.. Good before formatting my cellphone i tried this trick.. thanks.
I did the same remving the battery thing but it didnt work for me. Can u give me some solution
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
Thank You all ....It was just to remove battery and then restart the phone......Thank God is solved
just remove the battery then open it again.. it work on my phone hope also work for you
does the samsung galaxy grand prime stick when using snapchat or does it even stick?
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera
Media server restart camera before den I switch off my mobile and removed battery showing same
amazing.... thanks so much... no need to go to phone service center again and again.. CHEEEEERS!
Dear sir My phone camera failed so please help
damn! just remove the battery and then insert again, taraaa.. my camera works again.. thanks sir
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
Guys! Mobile Any camera problem. You one time remove your phone battery and then re-insert it. It will work..
Thanks Janu IT really work for me. previously i have to reset my device twice.
Answer this question...just simply remove battery..i did it and really it works....
Thanx allot guys. I too faced the camera issue . I just removed and re inserted battery. It worked.
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
It didnt worked... my selfie camera fail to work
Thank you very much. Removing the battery and restarting the phone after that worked...!!
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
I am samsung user my samsung galaxy grand prime camera is not work plz help me
My samsung galaxy grand prime camera cannot work. If we press the camera button display server error restart camera.
Thanx alot... It worked after 2 days of hectic hectic times trying to make it work.
how to restart my camera in my samsung galaxy grand prime please solve my problem
thanks , it worked after battery remove and interest again.
I have faced the same problem Just remove the battery and put in mobile on ur mobile.
thanx it worked for me after removing battery
Do I have to constantly remove my battery?
When my phone was on, I removed my bats. Left it for 5min,returned and pap! Done
Yes! it works..just remove the battery and returned it after a few minutes. Thanks a lot! :)
No need to reset just need to battery remove and inserted and start the phone .... THANSK NG Express
Remove Ur phone battery and re-insert it .100%working
remove battery and turned on ur phone. it really work. thanks to all. solve my same proble
Tanx guys batry remove and insert i will be work perfectly tanq guys tanq so much
thanx guys, it worked for me. removing the battery solved it
Just power off phone remove battery @fter 10 sec put battery start phone click camera enjoy pics
When i did that it's worked few minutes.now again i face this pblm
Remove your mobile battery for 10 sec and it will work most easiest way.Thank me later ,)
Remove and ReInsert the battery it worked for me.
camera not working (media server failed. camera needs restart ) how to restart my mobiles camera pls said
MY samsung grand primyer phon is send error message sayef camera failef what can i solve it
Thank God it worked for me by removing the battery en restarting da 4n. Be blessed.
Hey Guys! Thanks a lot i just removed the battery and restarted phone problem is fixed
Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved.
When we open camera some text written on the camera media server failed restart camera why??
Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved.
Simply remove battery without shutting down mobile phone. Place it back and enjoy the camera.
same problem but remove battery and again insert then my camera is working.
Guys! It will work if you remove your phone battery and then re-insert it. Good Luck :)
Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved.
Camera problem is solved on my handset with removing andreinstalling battery. Thanks
its really working thanks a lot.I am happy to say this...
Well i removed the battery and turned it on. And is good as new.
Same problem media server failed camera need restart. Don't inserted memory card. What to do.?
my camera fucas is not clear as it was before picture looks like fuggy.
Same problem error server is failed camera needs restart plz tell any solution
1. Remove sd card. 2. Remove battery for 15~20 sec. 3. Install the battery. 4. We can snap photos.
By removing battery and 're connect my camera is now working ......Thanks
Remove your battery and insert almost immediately. your camera is back and better.
thanks moontej.....it really worked....finally i can use my camers.
My camera don't be open problem plz camera restart and change the storage
First remove battery then reinvest battery and switch on your device.......
i have Samsung grand prime ( my problem is server occurred. restart camera.)
thx a lot guys. remove the battery and restart the smartphone. it really works.
Yes it works after removing the battery and restarting the phone. Thanks Guys
my phone camera not working Samsung grand prime ( media server failed camera needs restart)
remove the battery and reinsert it...this worked for me friends..
thnx me phone camera working well like before thanx again for solution
Thank you so much!!!! I thought my camera would never work again! :) xx
I tried it and it worked Remove battery and restart Thanks Guys
thx alot mate removing the battery did solve the problem
Just remove your battery and then restart your phone. camera error will be resolved.
ya thanks guys it worked by removing the battery for 1 min i guys
just remove battery.then insert,restart..problem solved.
Samsung galaxy grand 2 mobile camera can't working. media server failed restart camera why??
thanx guys for ur information.its working just removed battery and restart phone.
I open the camera themn no reaction in it
my gelexy Grande prime's will Restart problem, how to solve this problem..
how to set camera server error occurred samsung galaxy grand prime g530
i couldnt find the camera on my application manager
My phone camera samsung grandprine cant be operate...there is some allert
Yes it really work by removing and inserting battery thank you
camera is not working showing media server failed message
Hi. It worked for me :) Thankyou soo much cheers
Just remove battery and insert it again it will work surely
Hattsoff bouy ,thanks for the solution it really worked
it really works. thanks for sharing this information
i just remove the battery just like other said, and it works!
Thankss for ur sugestion nom my camra works
Oh i solved camera problem using battery removing method. thank buddy.
My phone camera samsung grandprine cant be operate...there is some allert
Having the same problem on my Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo GT-I9301I.
Error:- media server failed camera needs restart galaxy grand prime
my galaxy grand prime flash not working what i do
Take. Battery out replace it and it will restart the camera
server error occurred. Restart Camera. Help me pls
Soleved by removing the battery and putting it back
turn off your phone and then remove your Battery. Voila!!!
It has worked. It was that simple? Thanks
It did WORK!! after removing the battery. Thanks!!
Thanks to all its realy works when remove battery
thanks all of u for help to solve the issue
at first removed ur cp battery and restart cp
than god its also work me .. m so happy now
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It was a great solution..thanks a lot..Its work
samsung t531 media server failed camera needs restart
hlw dear remove this bettary, Bettari plant opens again
My Samsung galaxy grand prime mobile camera failed
Just restart phone and remove battery Problem solve
While open the camera mobile displays that media server failed
Removing Battery is a solution. Worked. Thanks a bunch
my phone sumsung galaxy grand prime camera filed
samsung galaxy grand i9082 camera failed.. any solution pleas
Tnx guys...!!! prblm was solved,!!!! camera is working.
Remove your Battery for 10 seconds, it will work.
My samsung grand prime camera is not working
I have sloved this problem in galaxy grand prime
already tried removing the battery and it works
Remove your Battery for 10 seconds, it will work.
just by removing my battery it got resolved.....
just by removing my battery it got resolved.....
Thanks it's working
My grand prime front camera ulta showing
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It worked! thank you so much!
Thank you guys, it's working for me........
Thank you for the very effective advice!!!
My camera not work written cant
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It works.. thank you so much
Yes,Battery removal worked successfully.
Yes. battery removal has worked.
Camera restart software
Its work thanks
Battery removing worked
It's Worked thanks alot
thax..... it worked
It's working thanks dear.
Worked!
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Thank you po it will run now....
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super. Thanks
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It works dude..thank you...............
It works! Thank you....
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It worked. So simple solution.
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it worked, thank you so much !!!!
Bundle of Thanks..... Just did the job
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Worked thanks ....
tnx
Wow... my problem solved......!!!
Worked!!! Thanks a lot!!!
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yes thanks brother.
No, it doesn't worked for my mobile.
awesome working good Boss.........!
it worked. tnx a lot , so simple
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Thanks it was work grately
Thanks. Tested okay. It worked
remove the battery simply
Never though it will works :v
thanks bro its work thanks you so much
whats solution
Thank you so much!Mine worked!
Thnx sir it's work
Thank you.............so much it's working now.
my issue solved thanks guys
you beauty , removing baattery works.
Camera server failed
how to restart camera grand prime
restart mobile my camera error issue solved :)
my samsung duos camera not working
My camera failed errors and reseat
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That not warming a camera
Camera failed without internet
Same problems......
Thank you. it worked best
Camera server failed needs to restart
camera fix problem samsung grand prime
media server failed camera need restart
My grand prime camera's not operate...why...?
Removing the battery works..
Camera Failed
media server failed. Camera needs start
mediaserver faild camera needs restart
actually idea worked thnx guyes andgrils
Same proble. Camera failed message is poppin.
Same problem
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Removing the battery doesn't work for me. Tried: clearing cache, data, installed third party apps, removing battery.. NONE OF THESE WORKS. p.s. on custom rom like cyanogen camera works. On stock - server error... help!!!!
Very good, thanks friends i just removed battery and turned on after few minutes, camera is working now. thank you guys
I m not able to take selfie because error is media server is failed .camera need to restart. Plas let me know how I solve my problem
One user answer on a similar post the simply removing the battery fixes the issue. Please try it too. :) Source: How to fix camera problem on the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime?
Hey rupa! Also try removing your microSD card and see if problem still show up. Also try to install 3rd party camera apps and observe if problem persists.
Hi guys, same problem here. Removing the battery and memory card works for my grand prime. thanks for the comments above.
Very good, thanks friends i just removed battery and turned on after few minutes, camera is working now. thank you guys
Remove your memory card and try to start camera, If success then insert memory card and try again.. goodluck
My mobile sumsung galaxy grand prime camera can not open because media srver faild. Pl. You can halo me.
pls remove your hand set battery then insert battery then swith on your mobile and chek your camera status
HI GUYS,PLEASE REMOVE YOUR BATTERY AND THEN ARRANGE THEM,ITS WORKING,THANKS FOR YOURS ANSWERS GENEIUES :p
My camera is not working. Warning Server error occurred.restart camera. How to solve my camera problem.
My mobile sumsung galaxy grand prime camera can not open because media srver faild. Pl. You can halo me.
Thank u so much to all...after removing battery for seconds .my camera is now ok...
Thank u so much to all...after removing battery for seconds .my camera is now ok...
My camera is not working. Warning Server error occurred.restart camera. How to solve my camera problem.
hi i am facing camera problem as below 'error mediaserver failed.camera needs restart.
Camera of my grand prime is not working. Media server error showing what to do?
media server failed, camera needs restartTried all possibles - not working. What now?
My samsung galaxy Grand Prime camera is not working. Please resolve it.
plz insert your bettry after few second u r camera restart automatically thank you.
Thanks frndzzzz for removing battery idea .. :) My Camera now is ok ,)
hello, only remove the battery in few seconds, and your camera will restart automatically
Thanks for removing battery idea .. :) My Camera now is ok
Thanks for removing battery idea .. :) My Camera now is ok ,)
Thanx for battery insert idea.now,my camera works properly.
Thanx for battery insert idea.now,my camera works properly.
My mobile camera is not open. Palese help for solution
How to reset grand galexy prime camera
flash ic problem
Which link?
media savers failed.camera needs restart.
Well it works thanx for help bro.. .!! !
My cam is not open
camera problem
Camera madia saver eiro
mideyaMediaserver was failed.camera need restart.
Media server failed. Comera need restart
Mr jeremy kuldeep for urs answer
Mediaserver was failed.camera need restart.
mediaserver failed.camera needs restart
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Still having this problem. I have tried all of the solutions above. My phone is updated. Did a hard reset. Wiped the whole phone. Cleared the cache. Cleared the data! Doesn't work in selfie mode or in any other app in selfie mode. Is a hardware problem a possibility?
Hi... Do like this.. Force stop your camera first and then clear all data. Shut down >> remove battery from the mobile for atleast 10-15 sec and then insert it back. Switch it on and then see .. it will work!! 100%
Keep getting media server failed iv took the battery out iv cleared the cache and took the sd card out still not working in selfie mode
Hi there! It seems that a lot of people are recently having this problem. Try removing the microSD card and see if the problem still continues.
Hey guys, please visit the question How to fix camera problem on the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime? I'm pretty sure that'll help you guys out. :)
media server fail restart camera on my grand 2 try switch of phone with removing battery also removed external sd card still having problems
Step 1 Switch off your phone step-2 Remove Battery Step-3 Reinstall Battery Step- 4 Switch on Phone It will work
I have still problem.I have doing unplug battery for 15sec but still problem tell me solution plz
Does anyone have a more permanent solution? It is really tiresome taking the battery out on a regular basis. Thanks!
Step 1 Switch off your phone step-2 Remove Battery Step-3 Reinstall Battery Step- 4 Switch on Phone It will work
Samsung grand 2 media server failed camera needs restart problem please give me permanent solutions
My samsung galaxy grand praim smg503h camera faill I what doing
I have done all the things above and its still not working
I want real solution, not a comment
Camera faield
My mobile camera problem.
It's working good nice solution
Media server failed.cameara needs restart.
Media server failed camera needs restarts
media server faild camera needs restart
Problem is still there
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TO CARRY ON USING YOUR OLD AND BOGUS DEVICE YOU SHOULD FLASH A CUSTOM ROM A KERNAL THATS NOT GONNA FIX THE HEATING BUT GONNA REDUCE IT A BIT.
My Galaxy Grand Prime 4G Use to heat up every time if i use the net or keeps on chatting with frds . so plz will u let me know about the solution to this problem?
Answer this question...actually my cell is heating too much. battery is also draining.. and I use 3g.. But using 3g doesn't cause too much off heating.. please solve my problem... replying me on my email
Well, heating up is totally based on your usage. I suggest avoiding playing games for a long time, going on a call for hours, and watching videos. These usually causes phone to heat up really fast.
My samsung grande prime is getting slower daily and doesn't keep charge along with getting hot what can I do to solve these issues
my galaxy grand prime gets too hot and has lines thru it please find a soulition and get back to me
my phone gets heat even when am not using it, it also gets heat while am making a call I don't understand
Grandprime Plz my phone over hiting battery change no success full
my samsung galaxy grand prime is over heating when i watching a vidieo.. why? please,get the solution.
Heating problems while using net and charges draining very fastly is there any solution
My grand prime fall and, after that, start show the warning of overheating.
Mines saying its overheated without it being heated? How do i fix?
my grand prime is heating while using net or anything else plz vt can i do...
Unfortunately ,launcher has stopped my fon is problem
my galaxy grand is heating while charging help me
My Samsung Grand prime is Heating while charging . wat is the problem .
charging time heating
heating issue
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in my grand prime some time vibration is not working and then i hit on the lleft side of the phone it will working and in some time later it again it will not working then again i hit then it starts why this problem is occure
i also have the same problem... i think this is the commen problem of grand prime... and i think vibrator is dead....
My phone vibration is nt working I test it also bt it's nt wrkng please help me out
my fone is also having the same problem. the vibrator is not working. wat to dooo
Maybe it is just disabled? Anyway, dial *#0*# and try vibration to test if your phone still vibrates.
yeah, I have tested *#0*# .but it is not working. Wot to do next ?
i have tried testing app but still my phone is not vibrating
My question is my samsung galaxy grand is not vibrates
Why vibration is not working of my Samsung galaxy grand prime?
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Answer this question...Samsung galaxy grand prime's camera is not working it shows media server failed the camera needs to restart
Samsung galaxy grand prime shows media server failed camera need a restart when I starts camera what should I do
step1: turn of device step2: remove battery step3: remove sd card step4: replace everything camera will really work.
Samsung galaxy grand prime shows media server failed camera need a restart when I starts camera what should I do
Hey there! Check the question How to fix camera problem on the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime? Hope that helps! :)
How to fix permenant samsung grand neo camera problem without resting.....
can you tell me restart camera
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if voicemail is not in my plan what do I do to get it? I open the dial pad and press 1 and it said we sorry your service does not allow me to complete this call ......what does that mean?:(
If voicemail is available in your plan just open the dial pad and press 1 then tap the call button. This will connect you automatically to your voicemail. If it's your first time there should be a voice prompt that will assist you in the process.
When I try and set up my voicemail . I push #1 on the keypad and then I get a message to add my number when I add my number it says failed to read data. What can I do ?
how do I disable voice mail on samsung grand prime
How do I change language on vm to english?
How do I set up voicemail for Galaxy Grand Prime?
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Simply remove the battery for about 5-10 minutes then put it back on. Let me know if the error persist.
When on camera then coming media server failed restart camera. How to clear to solve this problem
When on camera then coming media server failed restart camera. How to clear to solve this problem
Why is my samsung Galaxy Prime showing MEDIA SERVER FAILER WHILE STARING CAMERA?
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime show media server failed camera restart?
Samsung grand prime camera showing media error
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After factory reset you will be asked to enter a Google account to use on the phone. If none was asked, simply open Google Play store and it will then ask you.
How can I open Samsung grand prime i rest my phone but I forgot my email please help me
how to open samsung grand prime after i reset may fon ...but i forget my email
after hard reset forget account i want to change google ,please help me
lock my email
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Hi it doesnt work when i did it my videos still wont play they show up black or play for a second then stop .what do i do.
I did everything you said to do, but it still will not play. It starts then quickly stops and says video can not play. What now?
Hey Jamillah. Try this: Go to Settings > Developer options > enable NuPlayer.
Try deleting google + and reinstalling it again
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I started having this issue a day or two ago, read a dozen forums (including this here) and none of it helped. All apps that I use that have a camera feature were failing on video, but functioning fine on the camera's photo ability. (snapchat, Instagram, and the normal camera all had the same issue) I did the battery thing, did the clear cache on the phone app thing, did the changing of the resolution thing, and the best I got was one time, the camera started, but when I checked to use the other apps that use the camera, it failed again and kept failing over and over. I tried different combinations of the sequence (force close camera, clear cache, clear data, reboot phone) and nothing worked, until I started thinking about apps that I had installed recently. Nothing really, other than two: OneDrive, and Cortana (the windows 10 add-on for cell phones). I started with Cortana, force closed her, and bam my camera worked. I tested all three apps, all worked fine. I started Cortana again, bam, video was broken again. Force closed her again, and it runs fine. Anyone know a good way to get ahold of the Cortana team to hopefully work with them on this glitch? Looks like I might not be using Cortana anytime soon...at least not consistently