I'm thinking about returning the SR and getting the OGs2. I'm starting to have a bad feeling that the SR is not going to be supported very much development wise. Don't get me wrong I'm very pleased with the device. I've had good battery, signal, call quality ect... I just thought ide reach out to the SR Community and get your valued opinion. Starting to miss my CM7. Thanks everyone.
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Do what u think is best. Any answer you get is going to be biast the people on here who have the skyrocket have it because they like it. If not they reaturned it.
Well it depends on if you actually have LTE that would prob be my deciding factor
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Yeah, the LTE made my descision easy, since im gonna have it for 1 1/2 years i want it to be capable for LTE when they roll it out over here. Plus the bigger screen for videos, games, etc. It's also confirmed to have ICS and im guessing fairly quick, since this is AT&T's flagship device to compete with Verizon's Galaxy Nexus
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I'm thinking of getting a S2 myself... data just turned off today for no reason.....
Nice..
To each his own, but if you live in an LTE market, I can't imagine willingly going back to a non-LTE phone.
As for community support, as long as it can be rooted and we're promised official ICS, I'm happy.
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To each his own, but if you live in an LTE market, I can't imagine willingly going back to a non-LTE phone.
As for community support, as long as it can be rooted and we're promised official ICS, I'm happy.
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I am in the lte market.. but it you wake up and get no data what good is it? or have problems all the time...
They say its getting ICS..but when?.. ogs2 already has it available..
K then get rid of it n swap for og if u want
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Well thanks for everyone's reply. Ill probably hang on another week or so and make my decision. I don't live in an LTE market but that doesn't really matter much to me.
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I had the ogs2 for a month. Just don't see how is it any better, besides the Cm7/MIUI custom roms. I will never go back. Love the big screen, data speed was able to video chat with no lag, deleted almost 100mb of bloatware and my phone is running even faster. What are the real benefits of the osgs2? I must be blind
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I had the ogs2 for a month. Just don't see how is it any better, besides the Cm7/MIUI custom roms. I will never go back. Love the big screen, data speed was able to video chat with no lag, deleted almost 100mb of bloatware and my phone is running even faster. What are the real benefits of the osgs2? I must be blind
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Well. I know the processor on the osg2 is far better and all the proven roms etc.. available..not to mention ICS...
I really like my Sky, but after 3 weeks and no data this whole day and nobody can figure it out?
I have mine rooted and running overclock at 1.72ghz
If interested...
Would you consider swapping your Skyrocket for a AT&T Galaxy S II in minty fresh condition, all stock? I love the GSII but I'd like the bigger screen.
Or, I would also trade my wife's white iPhone 4s (also mint) for a Skyrocket... She wants an Android instead, so I would give her my Galaxy S II in that case and still use the Skyrocket.
Either way, I'd like to go Skyrocket but I don't have any upgrades coming as we are new (2 months) to AT&T.
Let me know if this isn't totally nuts and you are interested.
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Would you consider swapping your Skyrocket for a AT&T Galaxy S II in minty fresh condition, all stock? I love the GSII but I'd like the bigger screen.
Or, I would also trade my wife's white iPhone 4s (also mint) for a Skyrocket... She wants an Android instead, so I would give her my Galaxy S II in that case and still use the Skyrocket.
Either way, I'd like to go Skyrocket but I don't have any upgrades coming as we are new (2 months) to AT&T.
Let me know if this isn't totally nuts and you are interested.
Thanks!
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Are you in Houston, Texas?
I hadn't considered that, sorry! I'm in Idaho... I've done a couple sales/trades on sprintusers.com and tons of different sales on eBay for what its worth.
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I had the ogs2 and it was great due to Dev support. I'm in Toronto and lte its awesome at my house. Dec support is big deal to me to but LTE is a fair trade off. The only thing I can see myself in now is a galaxy nexus.otherwise ogs2 is if you have no lte coverage.
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I would wait it out development should be picking up soon take a chance. I know I would regret swapping because as soon as I do custom roms will start flooding the forums. Its happened to me a few times haha. And having LTE available isn't bad either...... just saying
I also had the OGS2 loved that phone and the development was crazy but considering this phone is faster stock than the og was with roms and kernals id stay. Also remember Lte is gonna get better and better. Also imagine what this monster is gonna be like when we get some more developers
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I think dev support will begin to ramp up as this phone is released in more markets around the would. Also more people will get it as they see lte commercials and walk into stores and ask for the best android phone on the network. Regardless as everyone says its really up yo you. I love this device and it performs great for me. Plus data speeds are up to 13mb down for me even on hspa+. Ill never go back.
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The amount of dev work available to the ogsgsii is amazing. With the compatible counterpart the i9100 being sold all over the world, it's hard to compete with. That's a big reason most of us love android, all the things you can do with it.
It's possible for a lot to get done on the skyrocket. All it takes is 2 or 3 skilled people. Just need to find them!
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Plus data speeds are up to 13mb down for me even on hspa+. Ill never go back.
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I just got the $99 SG2 at Target, first android phone. But considering the Skyrocket, as I'm in the 30 day window.
What makes me nervous about LTE, is seeing users getting throttled on it. Even if they have the "grandfathered" unlimited plan as I do.
And there's no way to turn off LTE as I understand it. Maybe that can be done in custom ROMs?
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and get the galaxy s 4g,been seeing the problems with this phone but that dang screen is very nice and i have just a few days to return it so good or bad move?
Good move! I did the exact same thing. Luckily my 14 days with the mytouch ended a day after the Galaxy S 4G came out. I love the nicer screen, faster data, and lighter weight / more comfortable feel. But I will admit this, i'm just using it for something to get me by until the pyramid or galaxy s 2 come out. If I was looking to keep it for a long time I would take into consideration that the MyTouch 4G will have much more support from the hacker community. CyanogenMod for example(my favorite rom that I used on my NexusOne) already has great support out for the Mytouch 4G while there is just now support coming for the Vibrant and you won't know if it will support HSPA+. So I guess My answer is that if you want the best option that's out right now, get the Galaxy S 4G. But if you have aspirations to hack and rom your device right now, you'll probably be happier with the MyTouch 4G.
And in case you're wondering, I have got noticeably higher data speeds with the GS4G. But I can tell that the MyTouch performs better when it comes to processing speeds.
I came from a mt4g.. I had I for about 3 months. Galaxy is the way to go.. it's just an all around joy to use
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I have a question for you guys, my gf got the gs4g a couple days ago we live live in CA. And lets say the GS 2 come out how dose the return thing go
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I believe California has a 30 day return window. I highly doubt the GS2 will come out in that window but if it does you can return the GS4G, pay a restock fee and get the GS2.
Oh and if it dosnt is there a way to get out of the contract?
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Nope. You want to make sure you have the phone you want within the buyers remorse period. I am not positive about CA policies but most places in the US the contact kicks in after 14 days. In CA I believe you can exchange phones within 30 days but you can't return it out right and get out of your contact after 14 days. You may want to check with your local store or call customer care for CA specific terms and conditions.
Thanks for your help, I realy apperciate it, so on the safe side if it within the first week it possiable to get out of the contract?
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Should be fine. You return your phone and they revert you back to your original contact if you had one and reset your upgrade eligibility. You may have to pay a restock fee if they are applicable in CA.
Oh but I beleave she opened up her contract with this phone
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Then you should have 14 days to cancel your contact and service. You would just pay a prorated amount for how long you used your phone. Unfortunately it means you will have to cancel your service too and then just start fresh when a phone comes out you want. Just remember you can end up waiting forever for the "perfect" device. There is always going to be a better device on the horizon. The Vibrant and the GS4G are both good devices with active developers out there making ROMs and modifications for them.
i want it but dang if i could get by with it feeling so cheap.
I have gotten used to the weight but if it really bothers you a gel skin or a shell on it make it feel much more substantial.
Yeah thanks again for your help, your awesome man
This fourm already seems better then that of the epic there is nothing but trash talkers in there. Well I know there always a better phone but I hear that the gs2 is scheduale for this month and I know it just rummor but have you heard the specs, and well for an average user like my gf all she cars about is the 4.3 in screen and supper amoled plus
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I have gotten used to the weight but if it really bothers you a gel skin or a shell on it make it feel much more substantial.
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dcam1075,you think there will be alot of roms made for this phone?
Well honestly, I have an epic and well in my opionion there are somewhat of a lot of roms, and well honestly there all pretty much the same, so all you reall need is a couple of roms or cm7
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dcam1075,you think there will be alot of roms made for this phone?
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I don't think there will be as many as there are for the Vibrant but the good news is the major developers have already committed to providing support. Team Whiskey already has some ROMs ready to go, right now we are just waiting for CWR to work with the GS4G and then the ROMs will be coming. Since the phone is so similar to the Vibrant development will be a lot easier and some mods and ROMs can just be ported over. For example The Team Whiskey Frost ROM for the Vibrant is actually built on the GS4G ROM. They have already been working with this phone. So there should be decent support.
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Yeah thanks again for your help, your awesome man
This fourm already seems better then that of the epic there is nothing but trash talkers in there. Well I know there always a better phone but I hear that the gs2 is scheduale for this month and I know it just rummor but have you heard the specs, and well for an average user like my gf all she cars about is the 4.3 in screen and supper amoled plus
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I actually have not dug too deeply into the GS2's specs but from what I have been hearing it is supposed to launch a little closer to late spring, earlysummer time frame. But who knows!?
I am coming over from Verizon. I an interested in the Infuse, Galaxy, or Skyrocket, what's good, what's easy to customize?
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I would recommend NOT the Infuse. Just my 2 cents.
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I am coming over from Verizon. I an interested in the Infuse, Galaxy, or Skyrocket, what's good, what's easy to customize?
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If i were you, go note. If you want a skyrocket, wait theyll have the hd version very soon. Or get the ion, i may because sony releases cyanogenmod builds themselves!
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I am coming over from Verizon. I an interested in the Infuse, Galaxy, or Skyrocket, what's good, what's easy to customize?
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I'd really recommend getting the Galaxy SII (not Skyrocket).
Just. Plain. Old. Sexy. Classy. SII.
The Skyrocket has a larger screen (4.5"), but from what I hear, it seems to have a few more issues than the SII original. Regardless, I still hear it's a great phone, but I think as far as getting future updates and Samsung support, original Galaxy SII is the safest bet.
If you really want a huge phone, look at the Galaxy Note.
And... Stay away from the Infuse. It's considered really old and outdated now. Yes, it's still a perfectly usable phone and it performs everyday tasks wonderfully. But when you can get the SII now for $100 or less, I just don't see why you'd want to lock into 2 years with a phone that is already a year old.
Plus, if you're a gamer, you definitely want to go with SII and not the Infuse. The RAM difference makes some games not be "compatible" with the Infuse.
To be honest, stay away from Samsung phones. I have two, a captivate and a infuse. I'm over Samsung because of the way they shelve their phones after a couple of months and all the problems in their software. I bought an Atrix 2 and its the best phone i have ever had. At first i wasnt sure about it because its a moto phone. Now that i have had it awhile i recommend this phone to anyone. Best battery life, 4 gb of space for apps and i got an over the air update on the second day of me having the phone. Its on the list for a ics update too. I have not had one single problem with this phone. Just my opinion but i would not get a samsung.
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I also wouldn't recommend the Infuse. I love mine, but it seems to be considered "dead" in AT&T's eyes.
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I also wouldn't recommend the Infuse. I love mine, but it seems to be considered "dead" in AT&T's eyes.
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^^^ 100% agreed, but as well I do love mine too. I'm just glad we still at least have a team of Dev's that are active on ROM Updates.
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To be honest, stay away from Samsung phones. I have two, a captivate and a infuse. I'm over Samsung because of the way they shelve their phones after a couple of months and all the problems in their software. I bought an Atrix 2 and its the best phone i have ever had. At first i wasnt sure about it because its a moto phone. Now that i have had it awhile i recommend this phone to anyone. Best battery life, 4 gb of space for apps and i got an over the air update on the second day of me having the phone. Its on the list for a ics update too. I have not had one single problem with this phone. Just my opinion but i would not get a samsung.
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Then why does Sammy sell more phones?
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Then why does Sammy sell more phones?
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Don't know, don't care.
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I guess I'm a Samsung fan boy. I have always had a Samsung, even before smart phones. I had a Captivate which I gave to my wife when I went with an Infuse. Really love the big screen and I would get a Note if I had the money.....Really doesn't matter if AT&t never pushes out any updates, because I am running CM7.
I recommend the Galaxy S II (i777). I like the Infuse and Skyrocket, but the i777 is perfect. I'd also recommend the Skyrocket over the Infuse, purely because of the RAM difference. The Infuse can't be my daily device, because I need more RAM. So, in my opinion . . .
Galaxy S II (i777) > Skyrocket > Infuse
Samsung may have its issues with software, but theres no denying that their products are well made. Almost everything in my house is made by Samsung. They never die.
That aside, what is your budget and requirements? If you have the money and like the size, get a Note. I've heard nothing but good things about it and developers here are already playing with it. There doesn't seem to be any love for the Skyrocket though. If you're strapped for cash, I'd definately look into the Infuse. The price fluctuates from $50 to free sometimes, so you might get a great deal on one. It's one of the best phones I've ever had. All of the software issues have already been resolved by the devs here. While it may be a little dated by 2012 standards, it handles almost everything I throw at it and you just can't brick it. That's something those ****ty HTCs and Motorolas can't claim.
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Samsung may have its issues with software, but theres no denying that their products are well made. Almost everything in my house is made by Samsung. They never die.
That aside, what is your budget and requirements? If you have the money and like the size, get a Note. I've heard nothing but good things about it and developers here are already playing with it. There doesn't seem to be any love for the Skyrocket though. If you're strapped for cash, I'd definately look into the Infuse. The price fluctuates from $50 to free sometimes, so you might get a great deal on one. It's one of the best phones I've ever had. All of the software issues have already been resolved by the devs here. While it may be a little dated by 2012 standards, it handles almost everything I throw at it and you just can't brick it. That's something those ****ty HTCs and Motorolas can't claim.
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Well put, saving me the efforts of typing in the same.
Thank you all. Based on all you have said, and my research I think I am going to go with the Sony xperia ion. Any hints as to when it's coming out? I have seen q2, I have seen the end of March.
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Samsung is where its at and if you plan on rooting and flashing Roms sammies are 99% unbrickable. As long as you read.....and you WON'T find a more helpful community than the good folks on the skyrocket side!
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Not bad
The infuse is a nice phone from what I have experienced. Doesn't look like it will get CM9 though so I would avoid it.
The screen is absolutely beautiful despite it's pitiful resolution. The colors are stunning and viewable from all angles making pictures better looking than what you took a picture of! Also sometimes I forget I am reading off of my phone when using google books and think it's my kindle.
RAM is pitiful (512?! Really Samsung??) but the phone operates smoothly despite.
Battery life is better than anything HTC has to offer.
I am personally looking for an Atrix 4g and it's laptop dock. Pretty sweet combo.
I got the skyrocket. Nice phone.
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Sammy all the way
love both Samsung and Sony
Samsung has made great phones in my opinion its just ours is an oddball, dont get it
Sony make great all round products
I prefer sammy and sony because they are name brand companies
have an asus transformer tf101, charger broke and cant find new one
Looking to get away from HTC and the vivid and get a gs2 or maybe even a note or 4s. Would you guys recommend this over the gs2 and why
I also see the dev here is a little behind the reg gs2, I'm not complain king but is there any reason why
Also how is the headphone jack here. Any sudden movement with the vivid and it disconnects and it doesnt help I only use I for the gym and my workouts are weights based and fast paced
Thx
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I have had the gs2 and now am on the skyrocket. Both phones in my opinion are great. You can't go wrong either way. I use my phone at the gym and no problems with audio disconnect. If you wish to have lte then get a skyrocket. I was going to get a vivid at on time my buddy had one I tried it out for a few days and didn't like it but this is my opinion so you have to find what works for you
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I cant say I've used the GS2, but with ATT expanding their LTE markets, I didnt want to get stuck with a non-LTE phone for the next 2 years. Just my 2cents.
After having lte its not an issue. I'm in NYC and I'm on 4g most of the tkme . Phone speed and customization is
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I cant say I've used the GS2, but with ATT expanding their LTE markets, I didnt want to get stuck with a non-LTE phone for the next 2 years. Just my 2cents.
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My iit guy needs a Droid he offered me his upgrade as a favour so I can get something for free or get a note or iPhone for the diff over 200
He knows I'm having issues with it. And he needs a Droid to learn it for his work and side work so he doesn't care what he gets
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The i777 has cm9 and is more developed for as of right now, so if customization is the most important get the gs2. The skyrocket is a great phone, but the development is behind the other gs2s out there.
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The i777 has cm9 and is more developed for as of right now, so if customization is the most important get the gs2. The skyrocket is a great phone, but the development is behind the other gs2s out there.
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True, but with the Note and the T-Mo GS2 using the same Qualcomm SOC, it's probably a safe bet that we'll get and official CM maintainer sooner than later.
I owned both the Galaxy Note and the Skyrocket and I have to say that I'm pleased with both. In regards to the SGS2, as mentioned by others on here, if you live in an LTE city then I would go with the Skyrocket, if you don't then I would just buy a used SGS2 on Craigslist or some other site since the beauty of Android phones comes with the ability to customize it and since you will be technically voiding your warranty if you do anything against Samsung warranty regulations might as well go for a use one.
skyrocket end of story.. I mean cmon we have ics, lte, a bigger screen, its a samsung
Gotta recommend the note as long as you are okay with the gigantic stature. Otherwise the skyrocket is awesome.
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I was faced with the same choice when I finally switched over (iPhone user)
and after doing a little research and talking to people, the Skyrocket just seemed like a better choice. 4 of my coworkers all have the GS2 and they said that they like the Skyrocket better... It all comes to personal choice, just go down and play with them both and see what you like...
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I was faced with the same choice when I finally switched over (iPhone user)
and after doing a little research and talking to people, the Skyrocket just seemed like a better choice. 4 of my coworkers all have the GS2 and they said that they like the Skyrocket better... It all comes to personal choice, just go down and play with them both and see what you like...
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Best answer. "you never know until you try" if anything att gives you a30 day "trial"period to change your mind. There is a $35 restocking fee though.
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Looking to get away from HTC and the vivid and get a gs2 or maybe even a note or 4s. Would you guys recommend this over the gs2 and why
I also see the dev here is a little behind the reg gs2, I'm not complain king but is there any reason why
Also how is the headphone jack here. Any sudden movement with the vivid and it disconnects and it doesnt help I only use I for the gym and my workouts are weights based and fast paced
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So your choices are:
GS2, iPhone 4S or Skyrocket.
If it's a choice between skyrocket and GS2, I'd say Skyrocket. Bigger screen, LTE, NFC. Unless of course development is really that important to you.
The headphone jack is very solid and secure. No probs playing sports or training with it. It won't budge.
The choice between iPhone and Android. Somewhat different story. For me I prefer Android: no iTunes, bigger screens (instead of the postage stamp screen on the iPhone), I love the turn-by-turn navigation on google maps, LTE and the fact it's customizable if I choose to do so (it's nice to have the option).
Should I upgrade? Not about cost or anything. Just want peoples opinions.
I think you should upgrade but not to this phone. Get a newer one. This is like 2 years old. Get a SGSII or a GNexus. This is a great phone but is old and development here is a bit slow. Not complaining about devs here, I'm grateful.
I agree about maybe trying for a gs2 instead. This phones actually just a little over a year, though in the smart phone world that's pretty aged.
Only reason I haven't got a gs2 is I don't want the larger size, but as much as I use my phone for games I'm thinking about going for it.
However I will say this is a nice phone, and if you don't care about having the latest or much dev support, it might be a good replacement. I don't know anything about the photon to really say.
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I agree about maybe trying for a gs2 instead. This phones actually just a little over a year, though in the smart phone world that's pretty aged.
Only reason I haven't got a gs2 is I don't want the larger size, but as much as I use my phone for games I'm thinking about going for it.
However I will say this is a nice phone, and if you don't care about having the latest or much dev support, it might be a good replacement. I don't know anything about the photon to really say.
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If the larger screen is swaying you away, try the Galaxy s blaze 4g. Its a slightly updated version of our phone
Personally I'd wait for the galaxy s 3
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Now, I'm not exactly dissatisfied with the Infuse itself as a phone, as the development here has been phenomenal, especially with getting us ICS.
The Galaxy Nexus came into consideration with the price drop that I believe only lasts till July 12th. With the Galaxy Nexus I'd get 4G LTE (or would I?), an off contract phone (which is an advantage in some ways despite the cost), "pure google" and long term software support (essentially avoiding fragmentation). I'd also get all the new hardware, yatta yatta yatta... I would essentially be switching to the Nexus line, as this is obviously not an upgrade.
What do you all think, is this worth the $350 for software support and new goodies coming from the Infuse? Would I need to pay for a new SIM card if I get LTE? I'd plan on keeping this phone as long as it's supported. Once my parents dump me off the family plan I was planning on getting as much data as possible and as little of everything else and switching to Google voice.
Thanks for any input, I always like to get some feedback on "major" purchase decisions.
the $350 play store galaxy nexus does not have lte. youll get the same hspa+ speeds you do on your infuse. the camera is not as good, but the screen is better. the battery life is not as good, but the performance is better. its the best phone you can buy off-contract. youll get android updates first, and you can even run jelly bean right now. and if you have the money and want to buy it, its a good phone.
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Now, I'm not exactly dissatisfied with the Infuse itself as a phone, as the development here has been phenomenal, especially with getting us ICS.
The Galaxy Nexus came into consideration with the price drop that I believe only lasts till July 12th. With the Galaxy Nexus I'd get 4G LTE (or would I?), an off contract phone (which is an advantage in some ways despite the cost), "pure google" and long term software support (essentially avoiding fragmentation). I'd also get all the new hardware, yatta yatta yatta... I would essentially be switching to the Nexus line, as this is obviously not an upgrade.
What do you all think, is this worth the $350 for software support and new goodies coming from the Infuse? Would I need to pay for a new SIM card if I get LTE? I'd plan on keeping this phone as long as it's supported. Once my parents dump me off the family plan I was planning on getting as much data as possible and as little of everything else and switching to Google voice.
Thanks for any input, I always like to get some feedback on "major" purchase decisions.
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I went from Infuse to GNex and absolutely love it; granted, this was almost 6 months ago. You can bet the farm that Google will have their next Nexus device out in the near future.
Things to consider:
If you stay on At&t, no, you won't have LTE b/c you will need to buy the GSM version of the GNex
Hardware isn't all that new, but it is pretty solid.
Screen size IS smaller than the Infuse b/c of virtual softkeys.
Honestly, it is a decision you will have to make; asking here will get you a bunch of "the infuse is an awesome phone, keep ittt!!!" If you ask the same question over on the GNex forums you will get "You still own a single core phone!? trololol"
Its all up to what you want, not the often biased opinions of others
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I went from Infuse to GNex and absolutely love it; granted, this was almost 6 months ago. You can bet the farm that Google will have their next Nexus device out in the near future.
Things to consider:
If you stay on At&t, no, you won't have LTE b/c you will need to buy the GSM version of the GNex
Hardware isn't all that new, but it is pretty solid.
Screen size IS smaller than the Infuse b/c of virtual softkeys.
Honestly, it is a decision you will have to make; asking here will get you a bunch of "the infuse is an awesome phone, keep ittt!!!" If you ask the same question over on the GNex forums you will get "You still own a single core phone!? trololol"
Its all up to what you want, not the often biased opinions of others
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How is the screen compared to the Infuse with the Pentile matrix and all? Also, how is the signal (I've been having signal issues lately and have been trying all sorts of modems)?
Thewalrus0034 said:
How is the screen compared to the Infuse with the Pentile matrix and all? Also, how is the signal (I've been having signal issues lately and have been trying all sorts of modems)?
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I've had two Galaxy Nexus, the first had a great screen, little more blue than the Infuse's but xhdpi looks amazing. My second has a slightly grainy screen w/ a slight screen burn for like 2 seconds any time I spend too long on one page.
As for signal issues; stock 4.0.4 OTA from Verizon solved all my signal issues and w/ the GNex, the radios stick when flashing roms.
xIC-MACIx said:
I've had two Galaxy Nexus, the first had a great screen, little more blue than the Infuse's but xhdpi looks amazing. My second has a slightly grainy screen w/ a slight screen burn for like 2 seconds any time I spend too long on one page.
As for signal issues; stock 4.0.4 OTA from Verizon solved all my signal issues and w/ the GNex, the radios stick when flashing roms.
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Are there any build quality issues I need to worry about? Just seems like a good question to ask after you mentioned having a second.
Thewalrus0034 said:
Are there any build quality issues I need to worry about? Just seems like a good question to ask after you mentioned having a second.
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Not at all; the only thing you really need to watch out for is if you flash a lot of roms. (Also no PIT file available for LTE Nexus)
The only reason I am on my second is b/c nand writing completely stopped working and essentially the phone stopped booting. So just be careful what you flash and make sure you always wipe everything correctly yadah yadah..
So yeah NAND is the only issue I have encountered. The GNex doesn't have gorilla glass, but I've been rocking mine w/o a screen protector since I got it and no scratches here.
Having said all of that; I've had the same Infuse since mid-2011 and it is basically my development phone, so it gets soft bricked several times a week lol and it is still running smooth...
If you ever do get an LTE phone, you can pick up an LTE sim for free from att store (although the one in he infuse is actually the same as the LTE sims...trust me I'm using my infuse sim on LTE)
You will need to have hem switch you over to the LTE towers or whatever though which is also free and doesn't effect your plan/bill... I just called them and told them I bought a used vivid and needed to enable lte...they did it free of charge....
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mg2195 said:
If you ever do get an LTE phone, you can pick up an LTE sim for free from att store (although the one in he infuse is actually the same as the LTE sims...trust me I'm using my infuse sim on LTE)
You will need to have hem switch you over to the LTE towers or whatever though which is also free and doesn't effect your plan/bill... I just called them and told them I bought a used vivid and needed to enable lte...they did it free of charge....
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Seems like a lot of trouble since the infuse doesn't support LTE lol
xIC-MACIx said:
Seems like a lot of trouble since the infuse doesn't support LTE lol
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Haha...it may be a little work, but once you expiernce the speeds of LTE it will be worth it...I get 23mb down and like 10mb up on LTE...only problem is that I'm on the smallest data plan so I can't fully enjoy it :/
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mg2195 said:
Haha...it may be a little work, but once you expiernce the speeds of LTE it will be worth it...I get 23mb down and like 10mb up on LTE...only problem is that I'm on the smallest data plan so I can't fully enjoy it :/
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Oh yeah, I couldn't go back to 3G.
I bought my Galaxy Nexus when verizon was doing double to data, so I have smallest data plan... just doubled to 4GB
neither the galaxy nexus or infuse have lte support so going on about lte isnt helping anything.
The Jack of Clubs said:
neither the galaxy nexus or infuse have lte support so going on about lte isnt helping anything.
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He asked a question on if he would need to pay for an LTE sim card...I answered that part of the question...alhough I will agree its getting off topic
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The Jack of Clubs said:
neither the galaxy nexus or infuse have lte support so going on about lte isnt helping anything.
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You. Out of the pool. Lol
Wrong chief, the Toro (Verizon) and Toroplus (Sprint) versions of the Galaxy Nexus BOTH have LTE support. Now, the Maguro (GSM) version of the Galaxy Nexus does not have LTE. (Which is the version that would work on AT&T)
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mg2195 said:
He asked a question on if he would need to pay for an LTE sim card...I answered that part of the question...alhough I will agree its getting off topic
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You're right I might have jumped the gun on that. I'm sorry.
xIC-MACIx said:
You. Out of the pool. Lol
Wrong chief, the Toro (Verizon) and Toroplus (Sprint) versions of the Galaxy Nexus BOTH have LTE support. Now, the Maguro (GSM) version of the Galaxy Nexus does not have LTE. (Which is the version that would work on AT&T)
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I debated for a second if I should put "gsm galaxy nexus" but I thought no one would be stupid enough to argue the cdma versions had lte since that had nothing to do with att and the $350 galaxy nexus from the play store in question. But alas, I was proven wrong and will be careful of my wording around people like you.
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You're right I might have jumped the gun on that. I'm sorry.
I debated for a second if I should put "gsm galaxy nexus" but I thought no one would be stupid enough to argue the cdma versions had lte since that had nothing to do with att and the $350 galaxy nexus from the play store in question. But alas, I was proven wrong and will be careful of my wording around people like you.
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Wonderful idea! Your earlier post wasn't necessary, so I returned the favor.
The majority of the people here are well aware the Infuse and GSM GNex don't have LTE, see where I am going with this?
Have a good one!
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Not at all; the only thing you really need to watch out for is if you flash a lot of roms. (Also no PIT file available for LTE Nexus)
The only reason I am on my second is b/c nand writing completely stopped working and essentially the phone stopped booting. So just be careful what you flash and make sure you always wipe everything correctly yadah yadah..
So yeah NAND is the only issue I have encountered. The GNex doesn't have gorilla glass, but I've been rocking mine w/o a screen protector since I got it and no scratches here.
Having said all of that; I've had the same Infuse since mid-2011 and it is basically my development phone, so it gets soft bricked several times a week lol and it is still running smooth...
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Same here
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