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so i was just wondering and thinking, my phone is about to go at any moment between dropping it and replacing the screen once then cracking the
screen and having a chunk at the top missing now. I feel like getting a new phone i was thing sgs2 since I started out with the vibrant i love these phones. what yall think?
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Sgs2 is the way to go.
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I think the s2 is an amazing phone.
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Just don't get T-Mobiles version of the sgs2. Its not the same, and my g2x is actually faster and smoother than it.
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95Z28 said:
Just don't get T-Mobiles version of the sgs2. Its not the same, and my g2x is actually faster and smoother than it.
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Really? my g2x was practically unusable. I had to get rid of it because it was so bad. My t mo gs2 definitely out performed it hands down.
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Sgs2 is vibrant++... In my opinion I would go for a total different phone. To me those three are the same with a few tweaks here and there. I would wait for a real upgrade.

chris31jct said:
Sgs2 is vibrant++... In my opinion I would go for a total different phone. To me those three are the same with a few tweaks here and there. I would wait for a real upgrade.
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And any upgrade would just be an upgrade to the sgs2. So by your logic it would just be a vibrant+++. The sgs2 is the best phone I have owned. And I have had a lot of them. Bigger, better screen, much more storage, nfc, dual core, better camera, possible future lte capabilities, and the list goes on. How are these just tweaks here and there?
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I used to own the S 4G, then the S II (T-Mobile), now the Note (International). My advice is to skip the S II and get the Note. The Note international version is expensive and won't work with T-Mobile 3G of course, or you can wait for the Note to come to US (it will likely be with ATT, hopefully T-Mobile).
The S II T-Mobile version isn't a worthy upgrade at its full price, unless you are in a contract and get subsidized of course. The reasons are:
-Lots of people with the T-Mobile version it has screen problems and imperfect screen, including me.
-It's still 800x480 res, the usage experience will be the same.
-T-Mobile version uses Qualcomm S3 cpu, which is no longer considered high end. I could not play HD MKV videos with it smoothly.
If you look around the Note forum there are lots of praise for this phone. The only thing that could hold ones back is the size of the phone and maybe cost.

Need help on major decision.

K I know you guys are all smart ppl can someone. I just got the Skyrocket yesterday but having some regret I think I'm going to go to the nexus on rogers but is it worth it?
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The skyrocket has better specs and is lte capable. I think its far better plus ics is right around the corner. I had the skyrocketed from rogers as well sold it last week but its a amazing phone
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Nexus is has old cpu and specs wise Rocket is best. Once we get ics our phone will be best in market.

Definitely keep the skyrocket. I think the nexus may have been a little overrated.
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I think our opinions in this forum are a little biased, but that's because most of us LOVE our Skyrockets.
Definitely keep it. Skyrocket has a better processor and a better camera, if you need a couple of reasons...

The only thing I like more about the Nexus is the 720 screen. But for that, you can probably wait for the S3 or the S2 LTE HD (aka Skyrocket HD).

What parts are making you regret it?

The only thing that I don't like about the Skyrocket is the HDPI screen. It wouldn't normally bother me, but coming from an Evo 3D with QHD, it just seems kind of blurry. Other than that, this phone is absolutely amazing.

Thanks for the responses. Definitely clears up. SKYROCKET definitely has better hardware. But on Monday when the note comes out I'll make my decision....depends on the size of that thing.
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sulpher said:
What parts are making you regret it?
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Honestly I was drawn back by the design cause I came from infuse 4g which in my opinion has a more premium look. Lol...
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I hear you about the screen its my one drawback as well. outside of that, this phone has been great thus far. Sucked to here the HD is going hit canada, but not until q2 which by then, more quad core devices are going to be on their way so its not as big of a deal.

I love my skyrocket. Its been the best phone to date I have had. infuse was ok but felt cheaper to me... have a white note coming next week. and cant wait. cause to me its like a bigger skyrocket.. with a few little extras.. but will keep my skyrocket on my spare line. etc..
Funny thing is.. on the skyrocket the stock rom has been so good havent felt the need to install another etc.. unlike say the inspire or infuse or atrix. or the 10 million other androids I have had in the past. etc..

I find it funny that people on the skyrocket forums are not as anal as people in infuse.
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Had the Skyrocket. It was good but since I didn't have LTE here it was pointless to keep. Galaxy Nexus is by far better in performance but since it doesn't have LTE skyrocket is faster IMHO
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Depends on your needs
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Sarius24 said:
Thanks for the responses. Definitely clears up. SKYROCKET definitely has better hardware. But on Monday when the note comes out I'll make my decision....depends on the size of that thing.
The note Is a monster its a little big but trust me that phone is amazing you will start to love the fact that it is so big. Just sold my n7000 so i could get the lte version. In the mean time im using the og s2 and this thing feels tiny now
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Samsung Galaxy S3 revealed!

its finally revealed to the public!!
4'8 inch 720p Super Amoled HD display
1.4ghz Quad-Core
8mp Camera with LED Flash. 1080p Video Recording.
theres more but ill update later.
here is a link: http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/3/2996780/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-specs-software-pricing
HTC One X or S3? lemme know ur guys thoughts on this!!

Sounds like the US model will be lte.. probably getting the dual core kraits like the One S/X Att model. I have the One S, the only advantage to me would be removable storage of the S3. I prefer smaller screens and the One S form factor is awesome. I think this year's releases from both HTC and Samsung look promising.
I guess the last point or question would be Touchwiz or Sense? I have always prefered Sense if It's not vanilla aosp.
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What an ugly device...I'll pass.
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Dual core for the USA? Really? Sad. I was prepared to make the jump. Oh well. Better luck next time Samsung.

Its quad core for USA isn't it? It'll just use 21 mbps
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g1user101 said:
Its quad core for USA isn't it? It'll just use 21 mbps
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For tmo it might use the exynos, LTE versions might use the S4 because of qualcomm still not working with some manufacturers the do LTE on other SoC.
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Who's going to jump ship?
I'll jump ship when they release a S4 Version if ever.

4.8 on the screen!! hell no!

g1user101 said:
Its quad core for USA isn't it? It'll just use 21 mbps
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That would make me jump ship, but I have seen multiple reports stating it will be dual core for T-mo because t-mo is more concerned with the high speed data.
I guess it is wait and see at this point. We can hope.

The tegra is the only cpu that has issues with LTE from what I've seen. Every other chip should be fine.
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jcbofkc said:
That would make me jump ship, but I have seen multiple reports stating it will be dual core for T-mo because t-mo is more concerned with the high speed data.
I guess it is wait and see at this point. We can hope.
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What does the processor have to do with internet data?

buru898 said:
What does the processor have to do with internet data?
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Take the T-Mobile Galaxy S II for example. The original Exynos processor found in the international Galaxy S II wasn't compatible with the full speed 42mbps HSPA+ that T-Mobile has, so T-Mobile opted for a Snapdragon S3 instead.
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g1user101 said:
HTC One X or S3? lemme know ur guys thoughts on this!!
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G2X
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this a hilarious video I must say, but good at the same time...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KPdmaEsRYg

mt3g said:
this a hilarious video I must say, but goon at the same time...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KPdmaEsRYg
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I didn't realize a phone could have much nature in it. o.o shows what I know.
Pin it to Win it.

I.R.Chevy said:
I didn't realize a phone could have much nature in it. o.o shows what I know.
Pin it to Win it.
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I watched the video the first time with no audio and didn't realize all the nature in it until I listened to the dude talk... after that I thought it was hilarious.
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mt3g said:
I watched the video the first time with no audio and didn't realize all the nature in it until I listened to the dude talk... after that I thought it was hilarious.
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Yeah that Guy is something else lol....
Pin it to Win it.

"Designed for humans"
Who else is it designed for? My Car?

nitrogen618 said:
"Designed for humans"
Who else is it designed for? My Car?
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Transformers phone. XD
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I coulda swore that HSPA+ was receiving 1.4 Quad core and LTE was receiving 1.5 Dual.

Skyrocket HD Cancelled

http://mobile.theverge.com/2012/5/9/3009945/att-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-skyrocket-hd-canceled
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And now it can be put to rest.

Knew that was coming.
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Kinda expected since the S3 pretty much has everything and more.
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This was a no brainer.. think about it.. SGS3 .. by the time the USA gets it, it will be the EXACT same specs as the supposed SGS2 Skyrocket HD !!!!
All Samsung has to do is get the supposed SGS2 Skyrocket HD and rebrand it SGS3 .. DONE.
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LordGeek said:
This was a no brainer.. think about it.. SGS3 .. by the time the USA gets it, it will be the EXACT same specs as the supposed SGS2 Skyrocket HD !!!!
All Samsung has to do is get the supposed SGS2 Skyrocket HD and rebrand it SGS3 .. DONE.
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Yes and then they would be Verizon.
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I think they should have released the "hd" version instead of our now skyrocket just a couple months after the s2. Samsung is just milking us but hey that's not stopping the hype.
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Seems like its still going through in Canada
Bell: http://www.bell.ca/Mobility/Products/Samsung_Galaxy_S_2_HD_LTE

the insides of the sglll are not exactly the same as the hd skyrocket. big thing is the processor the hd skyrocket was exactly the same as the regular skyrocket with a better screen but the sglll will have the qualcomm s4 processor witch is alittle faster and has better power management. but yes the rest will be pretty much the same with some added software

gargoyle_48770 said:
the insides of the sglll are not exactly the same as the hd skyrocket. big thing is the processor the hd skyrocket was exactly the same as the regular skyrocket with a better screen but the sglll will have the qualcomm s4 processor witch is alittle faster and has better power management. but yes the rest will be pretty much the same with some added software
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Gargoyle .. it will have the EXACT same specs as our Skyrockets with the exception of 2 things .. larger screen, higher resolution .. thats it. You have to remember, regardless of it having a quad-core .. this WILL NOT WORK in the US market with LTE .. the processor will be switched to the Snapdragon dual-core like they had to with the HTC One X.
Thats why I was saying SAME SPECS .. they will take the so called Skyrocket HD that we were suppose to get and rebrand it SGS3.

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Gargoyle .. it will have the EXACT same specs as our Skyrockets with the exception of 2 things .. larger screen, higher resolution .. thats it. You have to remember, regardless of it having a quad-core .. this WILL NOT WORK in the US market with LTE .. the processor will be switched to the Snapdragon dual-core like they had to with the HTC One X.
Thats why I was saying SAME SPECS .. they will take the so called Skyrocket HD that we were suppose to get and rebrand it SGS3.
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Way wrong, sort of.
Probably will have same "basic specs", such as 1.5ghz and 1GB RAM.
But the processor and GPU technology is much, much improved and way better than our Skyrocket has.

The sgsII HD LTE is indeed available in Canada. Its the same as the skyrocket, except slimmer and taller. We got them in like 4 days ago on bell.
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Dang this is intense... But yeah the sg3 is coming out... I personally don't like the way the sg3 looks at all. I hope when it comes to ATT they make it look better lol
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Returned iphone 4s...now between htc 1s and galaxy s2? cant decide.

Ok so i returned the iphone 4s that i bought for my girl cause you guys brought it to my attention that i will not get 4g on simple mobile. Now we are at a stand still in deciding between the galaxy s2 and the htc 1s. What do you guys think the better phone is? These will be tmobile phones running on simple mobile by the way. Thanks.
Or do you think we should get the galaxy s3?
I have the lg g2x right now which is rooted/unlocked/running hellfire 2.2.

My next phone is going to be the s3.

You should just get a used nexus s or something and wait for new nexuses with jb which should be here by fall if u really want a good phone
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I mean why spend like 500 bucks when the thing is gonna be obsolete in 3 months and then ur stuck waiting for jellybean again if you could just wait 3 months and get that
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Plus its a ugly phone designed by lawyers to avoid lawsuits
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buru898 said:
My next phone is going to be the s3.
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Yup mine also, can't wait for it to be released in the USA on tmobile :-D,
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HTC in one of my favorites they are very reliable phone unlike Samsung with there cheap quality built phones HTC phones are more quality built that's my opinion.
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TheKid1 said:
Ok so i returned the iphone 4s that i bought for my girl cause you guys brought it to my attention that i will not get 4g on simple mobile. Now we are at a stand still in deciding between the galaxy s2 and the htc 1s. What do you guys think the better phone is? These will be tmobile phones running on simple mobile by the way. Thanks.
Or do you think we should get the galaxy s3?
I have the lg g2x right now which is rooted/unlocked/running hellfire 2.2.
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I think you should stop wasting our time. We read your posts. We want to help. Dumb posts are inexcusable.

noobletsausecakebbq said:
Plus its a ugly phone designed by lawyers to avoid lawsuits
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What does that mean? Are you talking about the galaxy s3? How are they avoiding lawsuits by making the phone ugly?
And I was under the impression by reading about the galaxy s3 that it will be running ICS. What is JellyBean?

jcbofkc said:
I think you should stop wasting our time. We read your posts. We want to help. Dumb posts are inexcusable.
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The poor man asked a question... theres no need for arrogance......
I personnally have a SGS2 and totally love it!!!
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Jelly bean is android 5.0 its the upcoming version.
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Morngkilr said:
The poor man asked a question... theres no need for arrogance......
I personnally have a SGS2 and totally love it!!!
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Yep. I agree that was probably uncalled for. Sorry to thekid1. A better answer may be to wait until the new Samsung is released and for the old model to drop in price. Thekid1 has asked about things before that are easy to research.
I would never ask an internet forum how I should spend my hard earned money, but that is me. I wish all my clients would ask me to how to spend their money.

Like someone said before if you want to get updates get a Nexus and don't waste your money on any other android phone. I'm done with non Nexus devices I'm tired of the lack of suppose all the manufactures have for phones. You won't get much suppose from Samsung been there with the Vibrant they will release a very slightly revised S3 3 months later and forget you exist. No thanks.

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Jelly bean is android 5.0 its the upcoming version.
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Then after JB it's Key lime pie lol, so yea they just keep coming and coming with newer/ better versions, so really no matter what you get a newer version will be out shortly.
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Just get the One S. It is insanely fast and is built really well. I love it for a couple key reasons:
1. It has the new snapdragon S4 which is based off the newer smaller A15 architecture rather than the A9 which is in the Gs3 and almost all other phones right now. The A15 is more powerful and uses less energy.
2. It has a smaller 4.2" screen which in my opinion is the biggest a screen should be.
3. Build quality is really good and feels good in my hand.
That is my grain of salt for consideration.

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Just get the One S. It is insanely fast and is built really well. I love it for a couple key reasons:
1. It has the new snapdragon S4 which is based off the newer smaller A15 architecture rather than the A9 which is in the Gs3 and almost all other phones right now. The A15 is more powerful and uses less energy.
2. It has a smaller 4.2" screen which in my opinion is the biggest a screen should be.
3. Build quality is really good and feels good in my hand.
That is my grain of salt for consideration.
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^^^ one s is the way to go
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My question is why is this in the G2x forum?

ala380 said:
My question is why is this in the G2x forum?
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TheKid1 said:
I have the lg g2x right now which is rooted/unlocked/running hellfire 2.2.
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I'm take a stab at it...and say that's the reason...maybe I'm waaay off...
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djvoleur said:
I'm take a stab at it...and say that's the reason...maybe I'm waaay off...
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Well now...that may be a very strong argument, lol. Sorry about that I honestly missed that when I read the first post.

aliamin86 said:
HTC in one of my favorites they are very reliable phone unlike Samsung with there cheap quality built phones HTC phones are more quality built that's my opinion.
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Metal does not make a phone better I've seen HTC phones come out of the box with dust under the screen. Never witnessed that on a Samsung just look on their threads faulty cpus bad screens. That's why my brother uses my sensation and I have the g2x
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