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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.

aliamin86 said:
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.

stormageddon said:
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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[SUGGEST] Buying my first Android!

Hello everybody,
I will buying my first android very soon and my budget is of INR 25,000 = 451.811 USD = 358.611 EUR
The prices are to be considered for unlocked devices.
Requirements:-
I would prefer ICS on it. It won't matter wether it comes preloaded or an update would be available afterwards.
It should have a front facing camera as now it is a requirement for me.
If possible suggest dual core smartphones.
The back camera should be minimum of 5 Mega-pixel with flash.
I would also prefer such phones which have developer community support.
It is preferable to have phones of Sony, HTC or Samsung as I don't trust other companies much.
My List:-
Sony Xperia P
I have heard it is a good phone but it's battery life may be shorter & I have also heard that due to the new white pixel techonlogy of Sony battery life is not a big problem as it consumes less power.
HTC Sensation
It is great phone but it was released last year and I have heard so may issues relating to it such as Death grip, unresponsive touch screen, poor battery life, improper viewing angles.
Suggestions are welcome but please see to it that it meets my list of requirements.

Get a Samsung Galaxy S3.
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has oyourcha
Shinydude100 said:
Get a Samsung Galaxy S3.
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Mate I have given my budget and in our country it is not available within that range.

topazonic said:
Mate I have given my budget and in our country it is not available within that range.
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Oh, I see. Can you post that amount in U.S. Dollars then? Lol
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Htc one S
You can go in for the HTC one S

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Oh, I see. Can you post that amount in U.S. Dollars then? Lol
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Sorry mate.
Post updated. Actually I use currency converter plugin that caused the problem while posting.

If that's the Indian rupee, $448 can get you a SGS3 if only it were available in India.. there's always buying it somewhere online and having it shipped to your country as an option.
If not, there's the Galaxy Nexus that I would recommend second.
I'd never recommend an HTC, due to in part that sense is nonsense. What's the point of going to a dev community with a sense phone if the #1 motif will be REMOVING Sense? Lol. I'd avoid HTC altogether. The beats by dre sound is a joke, just overpowered bass. Get Samsung, then combine it with voodoo sound.
Don't make the mistake of getting an SGSII though.
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What about the HTC One like was suggested? From everything I've read it looks amazing (great screen, great camera). Then again, idk of that falls into the price range either.

Shinydude100 said:
If that's the Indian rupee, can get you a SGS3 if only it were available in India.. there's always buying it somewhere online and having it shipped to your country as an option.
If not, there's the Galaxy Nexus that I would recommend second.
I'd never recommend an HTC, due to in part that sense is nonsense. What's the point of going to a dev community with a sense phone if the #1 motif will be REMOVING Sense? Lol. I'd avoid HTC altogether. The beats by dre sound is a joke, just overpowered bass. Get Samsung, then combine it with voodoo sound.
Don't make the mistake of getting an SGSII though.
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Yeah, I also thought the same. What do you think about Xperia P as it meets most of my requirements.
Thanks for reply mate. +1

I'd take an Xperia P. sony is the best.

anthonycr said:
What about the HTC One like was suggested? From everything I've read it looks amazing (great screen, great camera). Then again, idk of that falls into the price range either.
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You mean One S? In India it's available for above 25K and one V don't have secondary cam which is a requirement for me.

fakaly said:
I'd take an Xperia P. sony is the best.
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But would it have custom ROM's support?

Would you be able to afford the Galaxy Note? I would highly recommend it

carbonassassin said:
Would you be able to afford the Galaxy Note? I would highly recommend it
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The phone is nice mate but I find it's screen pretty big. A tablet would rather be a better choice then.

How about Sensation XE?
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Get a HTC One X

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topazonic said:
The phone is nice mate but I find it's screen pretty big. A tablet would rather be a better choice then.
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The screen is daunting at first but you get used to it really quickly and wonder how you ever used anything smaller XD
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Get HTC one x mate!! Best phone I've ever held in my hand!
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sry dude but samsung galaxy/note series are the best devices with android ICS...
Think about it...

[Off-Topic] LG Optimus Nexus?

So I hear that multiple manufacturers will be given the chance to release their own their own versions of the Google nexus. So far I've heard of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus 2, the Sony Xperia Nexus, and the LG Optimus Nexus. If that's the case, and let's say HTC and Motorola also make a nexus, what would you guys go for? What do you guys be hoping for in specs and pricing? How would you feel about LG pushing out a nexus?
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Sony Xperia Nexus

AFAIK, next Nexus will be Samsung, Sony and LG only.
I've got O3D ONLY because 3D, else I'd never got an LG, so I would pick up Sony, maybe Motorola if they make one, though seems they don't.
LG never again, even if it's Nexus.

What would make the Sony nexus favorable?
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I would also go for a Sony Nexus.
In the past year Sony really pushed their (lost) reputation. They gave the developers the libraries the needed and also supported them (unlocking the bootloader). They are also updating their products. Sony is definetly a good alternative choice to Samsung, which is kinda mainstream.

Sony Nexus

How do you guys feel about sony's build quality and specs? I've never really dealt with or seen them much. How do they compare to Samsung?
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i would go for a motorola nexus
but if only samsung, lg, and sony gonna make nexus phones...i would be lost between sony and lg(if sony made it right)... as i don't like the build/feel of the samsung phones
besides with a nexus lg we don't have to worry about late updates
about sony phones...their build quality is good (used an xperia s for a little while)....but i think they are still late in the chipset department
in 2011...companies made dual core phones...while all sony erisson phones were single core
and even in 2012..they had dual cores while other have quad(but to tell the truth...moto is with them too on this one)...but the real problem is their flagship device is using s3 chipset..that's the only reason i don't prefer their devices...hopefully they change that with the nexus

Evil Slayer said:
i would go for a motorola nexus
but if only samsung, lg, and sony gonna make nexus phones...i would be lost between sony and lg(if sony made it right)... as i don't like the build/feel of the samsung phones
besides with a nexus lg we don't have to worry about late updates
about sony phones...their build quality is good (used an xperia s for a little while)....but i think they are still late in the chipset department
in 2011...companies made dual core phones...while all sony erisson phones were single core
and even in 2012..they had dual cores while other have quad(but to tell the truth...moto is with them too on this one)...but the real problem is their flagship device is using s3 chipset..that's the only reason i don't prefer their devices...hopefully they change that with the nexus
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If HTC made one, I would most definitely get it if it had the same screen as the one x. Samsung? Maybe. Motorola? I haven't been much of a fan of their designs lately but they know how to ramp up their batteries. LG? They'd have to blow me away. Sony is the only one I'm on the fence about.
What do you think pricing would be for all of them?
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yourguitarist said:
If HTC made one, I would most definitely get it if it had the same screen as the one x. Samsung? Maybe. Motorola? I haven't been much of a fan of their designs lately but they know how to ramp up their batteries. LG? They'd have to blow me away. Sony is the only one I'm on the fence about.
What do you think pricing would be for all of them?
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I heard new LGs are packing killer quad cores.
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yourguitarist said:
If HTC made one, I would most definitely get it if it had the same screen as the one x. Samsung? Maybe. Motorola? I haven't been much of a fan of their designs lately but they know how to ramp up their batteries. LG? They'd have to blow me away. Sony is the only one I'm on the fence about.
What do you think pricing would be for all of them?
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i dunno...but imo it will be like this :
htc > sony >moto = samsung >lg (from the most expensive to the cheapest.of course im talking about unlocked ones)
but...if they wanna do this right..they should have somewhat lower prices than their usual prices...i think if they price them right with good specs and the fact they are nexus phones...which means we'll guarantee the next 2 updates...and the fact that now we have the liberty to choose the nexus of our fav manufacture...will be the most successful thing ever happened in android..at least that's what i think
take for example the nexus 7..good price..good specs...nexus device
and its selling really well and its popular now even though its not available everywhere yet
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I heard new LGs are packing killer quad cores.
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yeah indeed i was just gonna talk about it too
the S4 Pro chipset is the one i was waiting to see on a device this year...and looks like LG is the gonna be the one to do it.
its gonna be called optimus g i think
we will know all about it in the next few days anyway (as it will be announced at IFA...or thats what i read)
the only thing would stop me from getting it is the software updates and support...unless it managed to be popular here on xda...and got all the custom roms like SIII(it could actually happen though...im sure many people want that s4 pro chipset)
EDIT: the phone is announced here's the link:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/LG-Optimus-G-specs-revealed-as-the-phone-is-official_id33761
but its coming with ICS
X(

Well the galaxy nexus started at $400 but it's now $350 so I'd imagine that Samsung's will be either. I'm hoping they're all around that price range. I'm wondering if they'll all have their own perks or if they'll all be similar and just under different labels.
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Attention:
seems LG Nexus is coming!:
http://www.androidauthority.com/4-7...on-lg-optimus-g-variant-118049/#disqus_thread

Probably wont update lol
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lazylu said:
Probably wont update lol
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2 possibilities:
-1st Nexus won't update,
-1st LG really updated.

Which is the most beautiful android phone?????

Hi,guys in this thread we can discuss about the android phone that appeals most to your eyes.
My choices: galaxy nexus&HTC one x
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Nexus ftw!
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HTC ONE X
QUAD-CORE baby !!

HTC One x is hot... But beauty fades off, Performance stays... S3 ...

U might find it hard to believe but our galaxy sl is a handsome device.compare with others if u don't believe.
That samsung sucks in its firmwares is an entirely different issue.
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Galaxy S3 (feels well.. like nature.. lol) -> Nexus (only screen is visible, no buttons.. minimalistic beautiful design!)-> Htc One X (Soft mechanical kind of look) -> Galaxy SL (love the backcover).

I'm a hardcore android fan&I really don't like apple. But the iPhone 5 is really like a piece of artwork. It seems like the Rolls-Royce in the world of Toyota&Honda(androids) .It will be better if any of the android manufacturers try to release a piece like that one which seems goods to the eyes&has power.
The Sammy people is going with their cheap plastic.:banghead: HTC & Sony releases good looking devices.
I love the lumia 900 and it will be nice if Nokia enters the android world
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Rasin Ansar said:
I'm a hardcore android fan&I really don't like apple. But the iPhone 5 is really like a piece of artwork. It seems like the Rolls-Royce in the world of Toyota&Honda(androids) .It will be better if any of the android manufacturers try to release a piece like that one which seems goods to the eyes&has power.
The Sammy people is going with their cheap plastic.:banghead: HTC & Sony releases good looking devices.
I love the lumia 900 and it will be nice if Nokia enters the android world
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U Mad? I'd rather get cheap plastic that can turn into actual metal, than alloy with no removable back and no SD Card.
http://cnn.cn/shop/samsung-i9300-ga...ery-cover-with-blue-metal-insert-p-15967.html

I think the S3 looks like a cheap Chinese phone. That silver lining is so 2005.
I think the Razr M and One X are pieces of art.

I too agrees with you buddy!!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1903236
That's great news
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S3 xD lol.. im biased
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galaxy nexus !!

galaxy s3 is the bst

T-Mobile G1
Geeky sexy!

Actually there is no beautiful or professional Android phone... some times i feel they made it for kids use not for professional people! ... even the framework names sucks... GB & ICS &&&& seems like the framework developer used to work to bakery or he is always hungry !
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Jordanyme said:
... even the framework names sucks... GB & ICS &&&& seems like the framework developer used to work to bakery or he is always hungry !
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Do you think Windows Mango and Tango are serious or something?
I think a BEAUTIFUL phone doesn't have to be made with gold or work perfectly, it just has to look good. For me, the most beautiful android phone is the Galaxy s2.
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Jordanyme said:
Actually there is no beautiful or professional Android phone... some times i feel they made it for kids use not for professional people! ... even the framework names sucks... GB & ICS &&&& seems like the framework developer used to work to bakery or he is always hungry !
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HTC One X? That phone is a piece of art. Soft touch coating mixed with the unibody shell is so beautiful and actually lovable. Although i would never take it for myself (Removable battery). As for professional phones, I think Galaxy S2 was a pretty professional phone.

Angenit said:
Do you think Windows Mango and Tango are serious or something?
I think a BEAUTIFUL phone doesn't have to be made with gold or work perfectly, it just has to look good. For me, the most beautiful android phone is the Galaxy s2.
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There are also windows XP "professional edition" in addition to windows 7 .... not like ice-cream or JB and other silly names !
Look to the colors "Baby-blue" is that professional? Look to MSGs & People icons....
Im sure that anybody busy in his life and/or practical one he would never evet buy such phones ... because simply he hasn't enough time to waste & staying the rest of his life beside charger !
You know what..am still having Nokia phone (E series) for my phone calls i just use it because i don't rely on this ...
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Bro,I too have a Nokia e66. But honestly,I don't think I like it more than my sl.
And coming to the names,what's there in a name?????
I know androids that has pretty good battery backup like the Nokia.
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[Q] My first smartphone is getting old.

Hi boys, and girls
As my 2 year contract on my carrier, is getting to the finish line, i want to get something new. (I will keep my small litle muscle phone O1 as a second phone )
At the first i wanted the galaxy nexus, because of the great software support, and the developement, in our xda forum.
Then suddenly i saw the new Optimus 4x, but, there is one but. There is no developement in here, because of locked bootloader
I really don`t know what to take. Thought about the Xperia S, but nope.
The phones what i need to choose from , are - 1. Galaxy nexus
2. Optimus 4x
Maybe Acro S ?
Maybe some other suggestions?

Maybe the new LG Nexus? It'll be $399 on Google Store unsubsidized according to rumors.

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Maybe the new LG Nexus? It'll be $399 on Google Store unsubsidized according to rumors.
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Yeah, but it will not be available in my country for a while.

seeing how often google release OS.
I will stick to nexus device for fastest OS update
I love my Google experience device motorola xoom running AOSP jelly bean

Yeah. I think I'd go for the new nexus phone. Just wait for a lil while

I think getting a new LG phone is a waste, Anything other than a galaxy nexus is.
The new android OS? Availably from day 1.
Every app is tested on that first, which means closer to no bugs.

I think that i will take Galaxy Nexus. Just because of software support, developement. The performance is also o.k No need for 4 cores.
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Galaxy nexus has a very very disappointing battery life
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TheAndroidGeek said:
Galaxy nexus has a very very disappointing battery life
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Yes, i know, but it is the only device, with the best price/performance on my carrier. I will take it on a contract.
As i said, maybe something from xperia line - The acro s?

Galaxy s3??? Htc one x???
Coz i like quad core!
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Ahh. Bought Galaxy nexus today. No need for a quad core phone,becouse there is not where to put in all potential. Its enough with a dualcore.
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Me also getting a galaxy nexus by the end of this month
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Esterra said:
Ahh. Bought Galaxy nexus today. No need for a quad core phone,becouse there is not where to put in all potential. Its enough with a dualcore.
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Smart choice, and yes Android doesn't make use of multi core efficiently as yet.
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i was thinking of buying htc one s or the nexus
which one do u guys think is a better choise?

Nexus of you want it right now. I say wait till the holiday is over. I bet you a slick new device will come out by then. A new nexus and HTC has already announced the HTC one x+ and also a 5 inch device. You sir must wait.
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