Three years ago today, T-Mobile released the World's first Android-powered mobile phone- the T-mobile g1.
The trusty g1.. Ah those were the days. Mine was a trooper.
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just left mine this monday it did me well but i don't miss it!
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I can still remember the day I got my G1, good memories.
It was only 3 years ago? Dang...
I actually am looking to buy another g1. I loved that phone.
Crazy how fast Android blew up in the past 3 years, i didnt really feel the need to get another phone till june of this year, and that's cuz the g1 is probaly the most supported device to this day and has craploads of dev support/kernels/radios/bootloaders to change up the performance of the phone. It really was a great and fun phone to have and play with and i might also just buy another one for my kids to play with!
Seems like yesterday... I got my g1 because I wanted to be a part of the android revolution. I remember when jesusfreke said he was done and told is that there was this guy, cyanogen, that we should follow... that was back when he was just one guy! Err, I guess he is still one guy, but you know what I mean... so far it had been a great ride...
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Three years?? Damn we are waaay back... at my country android just started to be famous.... it was all about "blackberries" and "iphones" XD XD
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actually android inc was created in 2003 and sold to google in 2007 thats when they started to make phones
I went to order the G1 three first day it was released and it wasn't available in my area, so I ordered it for when it was. Under day it was to strove out hadn't come when I left for work (i worked evenings) and I live in a small town, so I drove around until I daw the UPS man, and got him up give me my package. First smart phone I had and android had since ruined me
Still have mine, I loved that phone. By far one of the best keyboards to come out on a phone.
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Still have mine, I loved that phone. By far one of the best keyboards to come out on a phone.
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agreed and that's why i thought i'd miss my keyboard a lot switching to the g2x but i don't miss it at all
I still have my g1 from 3 years ago! Still play with it, had three other daily drivers including my current g2x.. But still play with the g1 its running 2.3.5gb and over clocked to 614mhz still fun...
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what do i guys think Im contemplating trading this beast for a wp7mango device when they release later this year l. Wp7 is so sexy what do i guys think anyone considering jumping ship
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you should do what makes you happy
I know just wanted other peoples opinion on what their feelings are towards wp7 and mango update
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Personally, I think the UI is nice but I get more function from my Android along with a larger device pool to choose from. Android also has better games and more apps. Personally, I love Microsoft but I think WP7 is a failure with no game change. It really doesn't bring anything new to the table. I used Windows Mobile for years but I see no reason to go back. Unless you know something I don't. You have to ask yourself. Is there something you wish you could do with Android that you can with WP7?
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I like the wp7 style but I tried to use Launcher 7 as a daily driver and it felt sort of cramped. I'd goto the marketplace and install launcher 7 and see how you like it first.
I sold my nexus one for an HTC hd7. Worst decision ever. Though the interface is refreshing, the phone is ridiculously limited. The apps cost a lot more and they are often limited when compared to their iPhone Android counterparts.
I had a developer account and was able to sideload apps and beta test the mango update. It is still years behind other mobile operating systems.
Also, the resale value is not very good in wp7 handsets.
Needless to say, I was extatic to get back on android with the g2x.
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I had installed wp7 on my hd2 before buying my g2x. That port was already limited because it wasn't meant to be released, but I loved it. Some apps are more expensive and you wont find as many. The UI is awesome imho. The live tiles are perfectly thought out. And I miss the Zune account for streaming and downloading music. Wish I had an android alternative. If you want customization and rooting/flashing tweaking above all else stay with android. But if you like the phone designs coming out that had wp7 OS, and just want a prepackaged sleak os I would say go for it.
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There is a great music app you can slap a WP7 skin on, and there are several WP7 launchers. Boom, WP7 experience+Android perks.
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There is a great music app you can slap a WP7 skin on, and there are several WP7 launchers. Boom, WP7 experience+Android perks.
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It's called Ubermusic
Anything is better than this piece of **** G2x, even the new BB Bold 9900 is.......one of the worst phones ever created period. Glad I sold mine for $350
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Anything is better than this piece of **** G2x, even the new BB Bold 9900 is.......one of the worst phones ever created period. Glad I sold mine for $350
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Damn you. I only goy $260 for one of my mint condition G2X's.
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Damn you. I only goy $260 for one of my mint condition G2X's.
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LOL sold mine on Amazon
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So if neither of you has a g2x, why continue to post on this forum?
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So if neither of you has a g2x, why continue to post on this forum?
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don't feed the trolls broski
laker666 said:
So if neither of you has a g2x, why continue to post on this forum?
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Don't waste ya time man lol.
This is their way of justifying selling it.
By coming in the g2x forums and reading about people complaining.
No doubt
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jriv said:
what do i guys think Im contemplating trading this beast for a wp7mango device when they release later this year l. Wp7 is so sexy what do i guys think anyone considering jumping ship
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Lord Vader, your out dated reference to a Saturday Night Live sketch will get you nowhere. Obiwan Gates is no longer a threat to us. Now that webOS is out of the picture, the outlying manufacturers will have no choice but to fall in line.
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what do i guys think Im contemplating trading this beast for a wp7mango device when they release later this year l. Wp7 is so sexy what do i guys think anyone considering jumping ship
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Next phone you get should be either a Motorola Android, Windows Phone Nokia, or Iphone 6. Those are going to be the big 3. If apple can figure out how to make the phone side of the iphone sound better and get some clarity on the mic and speaker with an antennae that doesn't get jammed with a hand over it, then it could win me over. Nokia is already a solid phone on that side, if microsoft just got that software running with more apps then that phone will be solid. And if Android could just lose the fragmentation non-sense on the hardware (which it should with motorola) and get the quality apps working properly (i.e. skype, netflix, calender, where's nba jam for android?) then I'm all for it.
Coming from a htc hd7 with winmo7 to a g2x I would advise against it. I hate winmo, it's plain, boring and you can't change it (actually the opposite of android). It's like having an iphone that isn't jail broken only worse. There are a lot less apps and the paid apps cost on average $1 more than they would on android market or iphones market.
I didn't wait around long enough for mango to come out because I am impatient and someone made a good offer on my phone...Maybe it's different, but I wouldn't get my hopes up for it being anything spectacular.
thats so funny i love my G2x. took a few roms to be happy but gee i think faux an CM haz it!!!
HATERS! get out of here! then again i knew how to cope with my lemon!
As far as a WM7 phone... i had it but one of the first releases and it was ok, i wouldnt give up my android for it. i feel there are many more aps, devs, and customization options on android.
Just upgraded my Droid Eris and got the G2x
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Just upgraded my Droid Eris and got the G2x
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welcome to the club.
lanlee212 said:
Just upgraded my Droid Eris and got the G2x
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Welcome to our club.
Also just picked up a G2x off of Craigslist, as well as a T-Mob Nexus S. Playing with both of them to see which one I'll keep. Have you put a ROM on the G2x yet? It's a little bit more involved than using the One-Click app.
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Also just picked up a G2x off of Craigslist, as well as a T-Mob Nexus S. Playing with both of them to see which one I'll keep. Have you put a ROM on the G2x yet? It's a little bit more involved than using the One-Click app.
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I've tried out most of them. I prefer the CM7 nightlies so far (although I'm running the latest KANG atm).
I'm on AOSP and liking it, prolly move to CM nightly soon. Between this and the Nexus S, having a hard time deciding which I prefer - whichever one I happen to be using at the moment is the one I like better. Just worried about whether devs will bring a decent ICS to the G2x.
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i'm upgrading from a g1 to a g2x and it should be here on monday. it will be a huge difference for me!
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i'm upgrading from a g1 to a g2x and it should be here on monday. it will be a huge difference for me!
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LOL, that is a HUGEEE upgrade
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LOL, that is a HUGEEE upgrade
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haha you're telling me! i have been more than ready for over a year to throw my g1 out the window
I upgraded from a MyTouch 3G 32B...
Enjoy you're New phone.
Had a G1 before this.
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I've tried out most of them. I prefer the CM7 nightlies so far (although I'm running the latest KANG atm).
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Does CM7 have the issue of constantly turning wifi off when screen shuts off, even though settings are fixed to prevent wifi shut off? I was using Eagle's Blood, which is supposed to be based on CM, and my wifi would not stay on and was causing my data radios to kill my battery. I'm now on Weapon G2x and the problem stopped (saw this solution in other forums), but I'd like to try other ROMs and I'm wonder if you or anyone else has seen this issue in their ROM of choice. Thanks!
Thanks this phone is fast I can play angry birds and ninja fruit with no lag
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Enjoy you're New phone.
Had a G1 before this.
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it is encouraging to see someone else do the same drastic upgrade! i am a little afraid i'll miss my keyboard but i think that will fade quickly
Yea this is a nice phone. Something about the hardware I like most is the feel of the screen, it feels just like glass so your fingers glides with ease lol
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I thought I was going to miss the keyboard on the blackberry. I was over of in a day.
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Also forgot to mention I came from a Motorola backflip. Its slower then the g1 cuz of motoblur. I was happy to throw it up in the air about 70 feet in the air once I got this phone. Surprisingly it didn't crack. It broke though. Anyways Congrats on the g2x
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I thought I was going to miss the keyboard on the blackberry. I was over of in a day.
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that is good news to hear then i've had keyboard phones for six years and was going to upgrade to the sidekick 4g but after doing all my research i decided the g2x was obviously a much better phone, it will just be a bit of an adjustment for me
I also came from a g1 and sold that and got the mt4g with some cash. It was and still is a beast of a phone but I needed a g2x so I traded for one on craigslist. Honestly as nice as that g1 keyboard was I have gotten over it with smartkeyboard pro which IMHO is the best on-screen keyboard out there. Best part is I'm still due for an upgrade since this past August and I already got this sick ass g2x I was drooling for back when I had the og g1 lollol
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Have fun
I used to have the G1, then Mytouch 3G, now G2x, it's a great phone! Way fast and now that most of the bugs are worked out it runs awesome. Now I just need to figure out how to root the thing and I'll be all set!
The g2x came out 4/20/11 last year and it is its one year anniversary today. Anyone still here that got there phone from the beginning? If so speak up!
PS. If u pre ordered u got it on the 15th of April
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June 28 2011 for me. Happy first bday g2x. May your successor g4x have all your good habits and none of bad ones.
Yeah hopefully it does even though I don't plan on getting it. Your anniversary is in a month which is not that far off.
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I think I got mine on like June 13th or so. It's been good so far.
Some frustrations with certain roms, but then others run really well.
Happy Birthday G2x!
Yep, I got mine on April 20 and am still using it (with V21y now). Mostly haven't had all the problems people have complained about, although it's never been what I'd call rock-solid. V21y seems promising, though.
I got my G2x on the 21st of last year. It's been a great phone in my personal experience.
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yep, 1 yr for me.. same phone. love it, esp. w/ the new baseband
I think most people are too busy smoking that mary jane to think of the g2x. Maybe tomorrow lol
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The g2x came out 4/20/11 last year and it is its one year anniversary today. Anyone still here that got there phone from the beginning? If so speak up!
PS. If u pre ordered u got it on the 15th of April
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And their warranty is over.
I purchased mine on release day, and didn't have all the problems that others had. Although, I had to get a new phone using insurance in February because I dropped my original one and shattered the screen. But, even this refurbished one has been great!
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I think most people are too busy smoking that mary jane to think of the g2x. Maybe tomorrow lol
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Haha I was gonna put happy 4-20 as the title to get more attention. I was expecting more replies tomorrow. Also glad to see so many people that still has this phone. Every phone has problems nd this one is no different. Non of them at unbearable though
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Happy birthday lol
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Got mine in June I think. I have an original all and there was no problem s at all.
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Got mine on the 20th too. Have not had any issues with it
Got mine on the 20th as well and still loving it.
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Mine still rocks but my brother is borrowing it
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Got mine 18 April 2011 over night delivery from T-Mobile customer service. Still love it. And its still better than any other phone I've played with.
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Got mine 4/20/11 as well. Love it!
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Haha I was gonna put happy 4-20 as the title to get more attention. I was expecting more replies tomorrow. Also glad to see so many people that still has this phone. Every phone has problems nd this one is no different. Non of them at unbearable though
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I still find myself messing with my g2x even though I'm rocking sprints galaxy s 2 atm, my g2x has also been good 2 me and it still is a beast of a phone. I think the only gripe I have with the epic4g touch is the way the partitions are different on it compared to my previous 3 phones, which I could use link2sd on.
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What's wrong with you people. Replying to this thread on a holiday. You people should be so messed up that you can't even type
I really didn't think that any people would stay with this phone after a year. Thanks for everyone appreciation for the g2x and even more thanks to the developers for keeping the g2x alive
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I these last months .....well who I'm I kidding I traded my g2x to find out the HTC amaze doesn't have data working on cm9 cm10 dam I missing my g2x
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*facepalm*
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Not very amaze-ing is it. Sorry I had to. Sorry about your luck though. If you really wanted to I'm sure you could very easily sell or swap it on kijiji
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Lol, you did no research before getting another phone?
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Lol, you did no research before getting another phone?
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Ya, that's a plus.
I also learned a few things from my G2x experience that'll apply to my next round of research. 1.5 month and I'm up for another 2yr renewal upgrade handset.
G2x-CM7 Nightly 11/18/12 Build, Trinity ELP Kernel
No good ROMs on this side I'm Buy a g2x again
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No good ROMs on this side I'm Buy a g2x again
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Idk, G2x is great, I love it, but by "buy" you mean actually spend money to get a G2x? Think about it... we don't have ICS/JB and who knows if we will get them and when... and what about next update? probably won't get that either. So, just get like a phone that will probably get updates more often like a samsung or something. Sorry not hating but just looking out for you lol think thorougly before you return to this dead phone :crying:
I had a amaze before my g2x I used synergy rom but no matter what rom I used battery life was horrible. So went back to my g2x and sold the amaze. Also had gs2 sold it went back to my good old g2x it just feels right in my hands
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I did research before trading getting the Amaze 4G. Not a bad phone but the only custom ROMS are all based off the TMO Stock ROM.
I did trade it for a PS Vita. And its been collecting dust. Even with my PS Plus subscription, I'd rather have an android phone to play with that the PS Vita. I Hope that console gets better. I've regretted the that trade. But whatever. If I can get emulation to work like old school consoles work on that crap, then its worth it.
I still have my G2X actually using it again. I just can't let it go.
Have you tried using FB Sense AOSP? When I was using my Amaze that's what i was running.
There are allot of reasons I love my phone, but just yesterday I dropped mine in the fish tank! WoW I was worried about it not working anymore. Did the normal steps to dry it out. To my surprise it is fine.
Thanks to all of you on xda for keeping old phones working better then factory.
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In the fish tank? Jesus. You must have been quick about taking that battery out. That or REALLY lucky.
Ordered my Nexus 4 on Nov. 13th. Still waiting.
Speaking of fish tanks, I went to sea world this last summer and sat in the splash zone for the killer whales and got drenched with my phone in my pocket. I wiped it off and kept using it afterwards like nothing happened. I was expecting at least my mic or headset to screw up but its been fine since.
Not even a whale...
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Speaking of fish tanks, I went to sea world this last summer and sat in the splash zone for the killer whales and got drenched with my phone in my pocket. I wiped it off and kept using it afterwards like nothing happened. I was expecting at least my mic or headset to screw up but its been fine since.
Not even a whale...
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I work outside and there have been many times I got caught in the rain. I'm not talking a drizzle, here. I'm talkin' Noah all over again. Never had an issue with water damage.
Ordered my Nexus 4 on Nov. 13th. Still waiting.
I've had this phone for 2 years, and it still works well....there are better phones out there now, but none are impressive enough to make me drop $300. Recently rooted it and installed ICS, and at this rate who knows when I'll get sick of it....
I had this kind of accident too. The phone works well after that. This is really a good phone.
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lol ... I was shouldering a call while taking a leak (while drunk) and um went down to flush and there it went. *splash*
Washed it off lol and sanitized it multiple times and it still works.
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lol ... I was shouldering a call while taking a leak (while drunk) and um went down to flush and there it went. *splash*
Washed it off lol and sanitized it multiple times and it still works.
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Naaaaasty
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Naaaaasty
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It was 1/2 flushed! Sort of.
I've had this phone since before there was a root method for it. It's not my daily driver anymore, but I love the form factor and weight, and I love perfectly stable cm7 on it.
I feel like this is the last of the purist Android devices.
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love it because its two yrs old and still running strong
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Because I slammed it in the back hatch of my car at the E. R. The 2nd day I had it. Right on the latch and screen and I only needed a new screen protector.
because i recently purchase my first android smart phone having good hardware configuration and custom rom support that's why i really love mt4g...
Its getting old but still kicking. I'm sure the battery will be the first to give up the ghost.
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Its getting old but still kicking. I'm sure the battery will be the first to give up the ghost.
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I'm on my 3rd one.
Developers are loving it even today
I love my mytouch-4g because the developers are still showing love for it. I am running CM10.1 on mine, updates more frequently available than the other most high octane phones.
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I love my mytouch-4g because the developers are still showing love for it. I am running CM10.1 on mine, updates more frequently available than the other most high octane phones.
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This is true, cm10.1 is only in pre-alpha stages for both sgs2 and sensation. I keep my mt4g on cm7 though because I love "traditional android."
It'll be a sad day when we upgrade... Wonder how long we can hold out...
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The reason I like htc glacer because it better than iphone 4. Plus I like andriod UI and tweaks.
Cuz my buddy who writes games for android and owns an siii is still in awe at the crazy new rom I have on my phone practically every week.
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