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I'm considering to buy a long lasting phone and Nexus S seem to be good, do you think it will survive over 2 years without casing? I'm good at caring phone, my current Sony Ericsson G900 is already over 2 years old and still functioning perfectly (it looks worn out clearly) and most people who have my phone broke within a year.
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode, it will decide if it should flash or not by it own. The design seem awkward but I could handle it.
I'm also considering Incredible S but it doesn't have enough developers and it's still locked, so I guess I should go for Nexus S.
What do you think, will it survive more than 2 years?
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I'm considering to buy a long lasting phone and Nexus S seem to be good, do you think it will survive over 2 years without casing? I'm good at caring phone, my current Sony Ericsson G900 is already over 2 years old and still functioning perfectly (it looks worn out clearly) and most people who have my phone broke within a year.
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode, it will decide if it should flash or not by it own. The design seem awkward but I could handle it.
I'm also considering Incredible S but it doesn't have enough developers and it's still locked, so I guess I should go for Nexus S.
What do you think, will it survive more than 2 years?
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It probably would if your G900 did.
But the galaxy s II is more durable than both.
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It probably would if your G900 did.
But the galaxy s II is more durable than both.
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It depends of what you talking about ? If hardware wise maybe and Evo 3D , htc sensation or SGSII but about updates most likely this one , any phone that is in the market and is a high end device most likely get ice cream(next big update for android) , nexus s most likely get it before anyone else(besides maybe nexus 3) google is trying to get manucfactures to make sure their phones they get updates within 18 months since launch but first they havent sign a form or paper that says they will second they haven't said for how long after google releases the update they need to release it as well so for all I know they could take 6 months( Evo is getting official gingerbread after 6 months, rolling out June 6, and the Evo was one of the best android phones in 2010 and a best carrier phone ) So I would stick with google if you want timely updates , that's one of the reason I got Me a nexus s
He is talking about the phone durability and yes, I would say it should last 2 years. It's made of plastic but it's not poor quality, it's much better then the galaxy S.
Since its a Google phone, you can't go wrong on picking it, it will always have the up-to-date software and will always have developers, even after 3 years (well, unless its about hardware limitation).
Its currently one of the best (if not the best) single core devices on the market, its definitely future proof.
And the camera does have the ability to turn the flash on or off, depending on your preferences.
The design is gorgeous btw, at least I think it is. The curve form is unique and when the display is turned off it looks completely black and clean, I think it looks very elegant.
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He is talking about the phone durability and yes, I would say it should last 2 years. It's made of plastic but it's not poor quality, it's much better then the galaxy S.
Since its a Google phone, you can't go wrong on picking it, it will always have the up-to-date software and will always have developers, even after 3 years (well, unless its about hardware limitation).
Its currently one of the best (if not the best) single core devices on the market, its definitely future proof.
And the camera does have the ability to turn the flash on or off, depending on your preferences.
The design is gorgeous btw, at least I think it is. The curve form is unique and when the display is turned off it looks completely black and clean, I think it looks very elegant.
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Oh ha ha yeah man then you should be good and since it would be hour first android device it would be great for you to see what's android about
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White girl said:
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode
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yes you can. i do it almost every day. and btw, the NS is very well built.
Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.
White girl said:
Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.
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Don't use your rubles on a nexus s when its going to be outdated in a few months
Or, if you can't wait, then just get the GSII. Its what the nexus s shoulda been lol [just the only major letdown is...Touchwiz :'(] plus its available in the motherland, no?
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Don't use your rubles on a nexus s when its going to be outdated in a few months
Or, if you can't wait, then just get the GSII. Its what the nexus s shoulda been lol [just the only major letdown is...Touchwiz :'(] plus its available in the motherland, no?
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Why the [bleep] do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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White girl said:
Why the **** do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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ха-ха ты смешно .. но NexusS хороший телефон, будете очень счастливы
(sorry, even though im russian, my russian sucks )
If somebody can answer the op's question, I've got a question too. What are the winning numbers for this week's powerball jackpot?
White girl said:
Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.
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Hi, Samsung handles all the warranty/hardware support for the nexus s, not Google. Only question is if you have access to Samsung support in Russia...?
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Hi, Samsung handles all the warranty/hardware support for the nexus s, not Google. Only question is if you have access to Samsung support in Russia...?
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Alright, and yeah we have Samsung support.
simms22 said:
yes you can. i do it almost every day. and btw, the NS is very well built.
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I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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Vandam500 said:
I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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My NS4G doesn't creak at all. Its very well built.
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Why the **** do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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The Nexus S is perfect then.
Its the best single core phone ever made.
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I've owned an HTC hero samsung instinct, HTC ppc6700, etc and the nexus s seems as durable as any of those devices. I still use my ppc6700 on my wlan!
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I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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No way! Galaxy S I9000 creaks like hell, but not the nexus s. It may be made of plastic but it sure has a solid feel.
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I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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really? yours creaks? i havent heard that one before. no creaking here. my only complaint is that id put the volume buttons where the power buttons is, and vice versa. but thats no biggie.
my ns4g feels solid, but to answer your question, YMMV.
Just wanted to post my experience and hear of others that are also making the move.
Now I may have a totally different view than most, but Overall, this phone was pretty awesome. First I had a G1 on T-Mobile. The excitement of learning Android and having the first phone was fun. I've been fortunate to be involved in every dessert update. Finding XDA, rooting, learning ADB, all the learning of all the other stuff was awesome. Then I jumped ship and got the Droid Eris. Now shortly after getting it, I regretted the hell out of my decision. I should have gotten the OG Droid. But XDA helped me love my phone. Cyanagen, and other ROMs were awesome, and the Eris forum and developers were funny and friendly. Then with 2 months left in my contract and waiting for the Droid 3 to come out, I won the Droid Charge in the droid landing contest. I enjoyed the 4g fastness and tried to keep things stock, but I keep lingering on XDA and finally gave in. I couldn't believe how easy it was to Root and flash this phone. With that, I spent less time in this forum and didn't really post much. I purchased the TBH app leaks and didn't really come by and participate. But I will say that this phone at first was great, but really is a disappointment. Great cause the SCREEN, the easiness of rooting and flashing, and that's about it. The 4G never works when you need it the most. Don't get me wrong. When it works, its amazing! But those times it freezes and then goes to 3g then goes back and freezes, etc...RAM was not enough to do all this phone is trying to do. And of course the battery, but that's universal.
Now, I've sold my charge and have a prepaid VZW card for $300 ready to pre-order the Galaxy Nexus. My contracts is up, and I still have a new every 2 credit. I look forward to the excitement and fun experienced with the G1. This is a whole new OS, and I'm sure I'll be spending a lot of time in the XDA forums. I'm in total love with ICS. I was not disappointed at all with ICS. The hardware of the Nexus, um maybe, but you gotta be real picky. I think this is a phone I can finally have for 2 years and be happy with the whole time. Quad core phones next year, then by 2013 maybe HD projection phones. But this phone should be able to stand up to most competition till then. Hope it gets all the updates, and quickly. Jellybean?
I've got my money ready for the 10th.
I really dig my Charge, but I've been waiting for a pure AOSP experience on Verizon for far too long.
You traded in your Charge for $300 with Verizon?
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You traded in your Charge for $300 with Verizon?
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No, I sold it on craig's list, and purchased a gift card...
i have the buy back program from best buy, i hope i can get something from it.
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No, I sold it on craig's list, and purchased a gift card...
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Hm, I'm planning on doing the same. The Galaxy Nexus is quite a sexy phone.
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Hope it gets all the updates, and quickly. Jellybean?
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Isn't anybody ever happy with anything? Is nothing good enough? ICS and the first phone to carry it were just announced not even 24 hours ago and you already want Jellybean on the phone? Good grief.
I want it for the ICS and dual core. Not sure if I'll be able to afford it or not though. Can't really blame ya for wanting to jump since it is such a bada** phone in specs. I'm kinda so-so with my Charge.
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Isn't anybody ever happy with anything? Is nothing good enough? ICS and the first phone to carry it were just announced not even 24 hours ago and you already want Jellybean on the phone? Good grief.
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LOL...I think my post got misread by yourself, or mistyped by me. What I was referring to is that I plan on keeping this phone for 2 years. I'm hoping that in the 2 years, what ever updates that happen to come out, the Nexus gets them quickly. Then I put jellybean with a "?" thinking maybe if in that time it would get it. Like I posted above, I'm in love with ICS and would be fine having it for 2 years. But we all know that google updates pretty quickly. I have no idea what they could add, cause ICS is great, but when it's(JB) announced, we're all gonna want it, and soon. Just like ICS, GB, FY, ECL, DN, and Cupcake. Ahh, Cupcake.
Man, I remember waiting for Cupcake and wanting it so bad. Touchscreen keyboard, widgets, and record/playback video.
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i have the buy back program from best buy, i hope i can get something from it.
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Doing this too. I paid full price for my charge since my contract wasn't up, but it is now. So hopeing to use that 50%-60% that I'm supposed to get back to buy the Galaxy Nexus. Now watch them not carry it >.<
Kind of in the same boat. I'm just not sure I can deal with this phone for 2 years. I've looked around a bit to see what I can get for it plus the stuff I got for it. I'm more interested in the Droid Razr, but regardless I don't know if I can justify that kind of cost.
I gave up on my G2x. Not going to wait for fully functioning ICS or even JB anymore. Even if we get it blue tooth will still be messed up.I'm Selling my P999 on EBAY. Never looking back. Until then I’m rocking a Dell Venue Pro and I'm liking the Windows Phone 7.5 , however I have to go back to Android though because WP7 is sooo limited and boring. Thinking about the L9. Not going to get a Nexus 4 because you cant replace the battery...no SDcard slot... and super crappy battery life. No Thanks.
Any of you guys getting a T-Mobile Optimus l9? What's your take on it?
Probably picking up a GS3 tomorrow. L9 is just another LG pile of failure. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me.
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Probably picking up a GS3 tomorrow. L9 is just another LG pile of failure. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me.
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I was thinking about the S3 but I decided I don't want town any phone with an Amoled display. The screens don't last long. That's exactly why HTC stopped making phones with Amoled. I'll stick to the longer more durable proven IPS displays. Samsung's answer is to make a Pentile RGBG display to offset the loss in colors over time and that's the best they can do right now. Amoled technology just isn't there yet. I'll wait until they can get all of the colors to be at least at 50,000 hours of operation until then Amoled is a no go.
ROFL. I just sold my G2x for $149.00 just a minute ago. I love Ebay!
Im also very very close to selling mines too. Im sticking with pure google nexus phones only
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Dimension2035 said:
Im also very very close to selling mines too. Im sticking with pure google nexus phones only
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All I ever wanted was ICS at least. Gingerbread sucks. At least the l9 gets 4.0.4. Hopefully at least one upgrade down the road to 4.1.1.
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All I ever wanted was ICS at least. Gingerbread sucks. At least the l9 gets 4.0.4. Hopefully at least one upgrade down the road to 4.1.1.
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I got a nexus 4 and I'm loving it! Don't by branded phones if you want updates
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Just sold one of my g2xs and now have a rooted HTC one s with jb 4.1.1 ROM. I like the g2x, never had any of the problems others had, and I prefer the gb UI to the jb UI. Also the voice search worked a lot better on the g2x, and the g2x is smaller. But I give up on the g2x ever getting jb, even though it's basically capable, and the upgrade to jb makes for a tremendous improvement in user satisfaction as related to speed and smoothness. LG has effectively cheated is out of a year more of use of our g2xs unless we are willing to put up with the maddening stuttering of the pre-jb Android, which comes off as a kluge compared to jb.
But beyond the improvement in speed and smoothness, every iteration of Android since gb has been a step downward in usability. The Android UI is now a make-work project for designers at Google and while it might look better, it's become harder and less intuitive to use. Leave well alone, for goodness' sake.
The One s is about as big a phone as is comfortable for me, and much thinner and lighter than the g2x. It looks like a skinny adolescent Nexus One. I had to take some shears to my SIM card, and it doesn't have an interchangeable battery or SD card, don't care about the battery but would like to have a SD card. The One s was about $100 less than a Nexus 4, and was available now. Haven't seen any problems with the AOKP jb ROM.
The speed of this phone plus the accessibility of TMO's 41Mbps HSPA+ network makes differences in browser speed very noticeable. That plus the impossibility of seeing bookmarks in list form in the jb browser means I'm now using Dolphin and Maxthon. The bookmarks thing is another fail of Google trying for what it thinks is good design. The apps drawer also now swipes sideways, what for?, and the launcher functionality in general. Including the handling of apps and widgets, has become very awkward. Thank goodness for nova and launcher pro.
I reckon it'll be a lot harder to get reliable updates for my rooted one s than for the Nexus 4 but the speed of the one s with 4.1.1 is very satisfying and the UI changes Google is now making are making the experience worse. So I have no incentive to update beyond my jb version, so no incentive to get a Nexus 4.
End of rant.
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Well I guess Google can't please everyone. Personally, I dislike GB and everything before it. JB is such a huge improvement that I prefer the broken JB ROMs to the fully functional GB ROMs.
I have found nothing unintuitive about the operating system so far. I've always been able to figure out how to do something by just doing what makes sense to me. I'm not a big user of bookmarks, mostly because nowadays the predictive URL history is good enough to make opening bookmarks slower than just typing a few letters into the URL bar and pressing enter. However, I don't mean to say they're completely useless; I just don't use them. In any case, Android was made in such a way that you have access to different browsers and can integrate them as if they're the native browser, so that problem has a solution. With the app drawer, sideways is much more consistent. You only ever access the app drawer from the home screen, which scrolls sideways, so it only makes sense to not make the user have to start scrolling a different way.
I don't intend for this post to say, "your opinion is wrong!" so don't take it that way. I just wanted to point out it's kind of unfair to hate on Google and call it their fault just because you don't like something. JB has been called the best thing to happen to Android by almost everyone I've talked to about it, so I think it's safe to say it's just personal preference that you don't like it.
To each his own
Nexus 4 would've been the way to go. Battery is lasting just as long as it was with my G2x... Around 15 - 16 hours with decent usage. (Lots of Facebook, XDA, browsing with Chrome, some Instagram, and 200+ sms messages.)
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ROFL. I just sold my G2x for $149.00 just a minute ago. I love Ebay!
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Wow nice what condition was it in? Ida del lime when this phone gets cm10 (to raise price a bit) or when I save enough for n4 . Problem is mind is kinda knicked. I bought it for 115 in June so I'll be happy with 100... if it sells at how much you sold it for then I'll be ecstatic lol
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Wow nice what condition was it in? Ida del lime when this phone gets cm10 (to raise price a bit) or when I save enough for n4 . Problem is mind is kinda knicked. I bought it for 115 in June so I'll be happy with 100... if it sells at how much you sold it for then I'll be ecstatic lol
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In mint condition. No scratches or blemishes what so ever, and to me that is amazing since its been a love and hate relationship with it. I felt like I wanted to throw it somtimes, lol! I dislike Gingerbread, but for other people its fine. I just want a phone with ICS fully working at least. I'm eyeing that L9. I was thinking about the Nexus 4 but too many people complaining about battery life. The L9's battery lasts all day with heavy use. The lack of an SD slot on the Nexus 4 doesn't help in its favor either.
Don't get me wrong, in some ways I'll miss my G2x. Sadly it's a good phone that LG left behind without an ICS update. It's a constant reminder that I'd like to forget.
Im curious about the phablet note 2...any tmobile peps notice they are now having everyone pay nearly full price for the phones on a value plan or $20 higher if you choose classic plan...what's up with that? Old upgrade procedure was when it was time to upgrade u got full discounted phone when renewing 2 yr agreement? Or am I missing something...
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Im curious about the phablet note 2...any tmobile peps notice they are now having everyone pay nearly full price for the phones on a value plan or $20 higher if you choose classic plan...what's up with that? Old upgrade procedure was when it was time to upgrade u got full discounted phone when renewing 2 yr agreement? Or am I missing something...
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I got mine for 200 with a 100 mail in rebate. Plus $50 gift card for a new line.
My bill is only 20 more than my 30 dollar unlimited plan and I actually have minutes now.
I sold my G2x for $120 cash, I got it for $150 back in June 2011 so it wasn't a huge loss.
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I sold my G2x for $120 cash, I got it for $150 back in June 2011 so it wasn't a huge loss.
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I got mine in June 2011 for $84 with 2 year contract from new egg, I`ll keep it for now as a spare phone while playing with my N4:good:
booma428 said:
Im curious about the phablet note 2...any tmobile peps notice they are now having everyone pay nearly full price for the phones on a value plan or $20 higher if you choose classic plan...what's up with that? Old upgrade procedure was when it was time to upgrade u got full discounted phone when renewing 2 yr agreement? Or am I missing something...
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Stay away from AMOLED phones. Why buy a phone with a display that will decay over time? LCD technology is well proven and mature, no screen decay and burn in. The color blue on an AMOLED display still suffers from the fastest decay. 12,000 hours or so. I say F-That! AMOLED is just not ready for consumer use yet. I shudder to think of anyone getting a AMOLED TV as well. If you want somthing that lasts stay LCD/IPS in a phone. Stay away from AMOLED devices right now.
im buying a SIM unlocked Galaxy Nexus for 280 with 2 spare batteries. good deal?
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im buying a SIM unlocked Galaxy Nexus for 280 with 2 spare batteries. good deal?
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I would just save the cash for a new n4
Yeah I thought so. I was offered 300 for a Toshiba laptop that's got a really nice body and a 3.8 core 2 duo. Cheaper than an Asus transformer
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I might get alot of heat over this but I need help.
I really love Android but my main issues:
1) battery life - I am not even getting a full day out of my phone. 1000's of apps are great but if they suck the battery - what good are they?
2) email - Android is part of Google yet their Gmail app literally is garbage. The stock email that came with my phone is a shade better - wtf...? Yet Iphone users seem to have no problems.
I HATE Apple but I also need a phone that is dependable. And I know, it isn't going to be like my Crapberry where I could go up to 3 days on one charge but honestly, this being my first Android phone......I am starting to wonder.
If you can upgrade your phone, try something like GNote 2 or Droid Razr Maxx HD, they've got good battery backup.
Btw I don't find any flaws in the gmail app..
If you don't want to upgrade your android, then maybe try mugen power batteries, they have more mah capacity than stock ones
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I find nothing wrong with the Gmail app (granted I don't do much emailing anyway)
And maybe you should invest in an extended battery (liked NiCk.JaY mentioned)
The batteries suggested are like 80 bucks!
Idk maybe I missed it but what phone do u have?
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Get an iphone and use it for a bit. I bet you will have a bigger list of issues.
I have no problems with the Gmail app and bad battery life can be caused by lots of things that are easily fixable.
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Niners77 said:
The batteries suggested are like 80 bucks!
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But you consider getting an iPhone your money logic is flawed
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"Smells like apples in the hood"
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*Gets a torch and pike*
Iphones battery life is terrible.
I'm pretty hardcore into Android. I donate all my spare time to either supporting or developing custom Android software.
But I have to say, if you want a phone that just works right out of the box, the iPhone may be a good choice. I carry a Rezound and iPhone 4S as my two daily drivers.
The best way I would tell you to decide is that if you think you want to jailbreak the device, don't even bother with an iPhone and go ahead and upgrade to a better Android phone. The iPhone runs great if you just want something to take out of the box and be ready to go using it bone stock. If you have any thoughts of modifying things, which require jail breaking, I think you're doing away with the iPhone's big strong point.
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The problem is that I am not a heavy user - just texting back and forth to my wife everyday at work. I have even turned off getting emails during the day since I am in front of the computer - no need for them to come through on the phone.
So for what little I use it for I am a little disappointed.
I am not into jailbreaking or anything like that. I did, however, change the launcher from Go Launcher to ADW - will see if that had anything to do with battery issues. Charged last night - took off charger at 615am checked sports scores and sent 3 text msgs - battery is at 93% as of 830am.
What Android phone are you disappointed with? It's most likely the phone, not Android per se.
And if you're not a 'heavy user' and just need a phone for a phone, why get an iPhone?? Just get some dumb phone...
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try the Nexus devices (Nexus 4), stock Android and i love the Gmail and Email apps on here. you can try running CyanogenMod if youre confident in doing so, to get a feel of stock android on your S2 if you think its appealing before making any purchases. but if iPhone does everything you need and has all the apps you need, then go for it.
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try the Nexus devices (Nexus 4), stock Android and i love the Gmail and Email apps on here. you can try running CyanogenMod if youre confident in doing so
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Agreed-- i got so tired of the Motorola/Verizon bloatware and waiting forever for OTAs. This is what kills Android, not the OS itself. Remedy is to go full delivered on the Nexus devices or just install Cyanogen if you don't have one (like me).
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Maybe I am just used to Crapberry which lasted almost 3 days.
Is there a launcher that is the best when it comes to better battery life? I am on my second day using ADW Ex but too soon to actually give a fair assessment as of yet.
EDIT: I see you're using a GS2. My fiancee has one, hates it. The battery is crap too. Your issue is hardware dude.
My AT&T Galaxy Note 2 lasts me 2 days and gets 5+ hours of screen time on that huge 5.5" screen. I'm sure you know, but there are a bunch of other email clients in the Play Store, maybe you'll find something better there?
I agree the iPhone is stable and reliable, but it doesn't do everything. It's boring IMO, thats why I switched over after owning four iPhones. Oh and the battery life isn't great, I wouldn't get your hopes up. You'll probably still be charging nightly.
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2) email - Android is part of Google yet their Gmail app literally is garbage. The stock email that came with my phone is a shade better - wtf...? Yet Iphone users seem to have no problems.
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I have even turned off getting emails during the day since I am in front of the computer - no need for them to come through on the phone.
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So email is one of your 2 main concerns but you have it turned off all day? Why do you think the gmail app is literally garbage?
As for battery life, have you looked into extended batteries? As many people have already stated, a new battery is much cheaper than a new iphone.
I keep the sync turned off because everytime the phone synchs for new email it pulls battery. Also, Gmail has this stupid conversation view! Like come on! I cannot stand conversation view and should have a choice for the view - its Android and Gmail is part of Android! So a little frustrating.
I don't think I would ever go to Apple for anything but I think I am/was just frustrated.
I have 2 yrs left on my phone (on 3 yr contract with Telus) - maybe investing in the higher power batteries is the way to go. What should I look for in the battery so I get my money's worth and not get ripped off..?
I've went the opposite way.. I've went from an iPhone 4S to an ASUS Padfone 2 (64 GB HK version - currently running ICS as the JB OTA isn't due until end of December!).
I've had iPhones since the first one was launched and have had the original iPhone, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S.. for me there wasn't enough of a leap forward in the 5 to entice me to it and the 5S is rumoured to be coming out before H1 next year - so I had a proper look round with an open mind and had a proper play with almost every phone currently on the market and the Padfone 2 ticked all the boxes!! (I was previously thinking about getting an iPad as well!) so ended up killing two birds with one stone.
There's a bit of a learning curve having come from iOS6 - but nothing really major - it's all fairly intuitive and I can honestly say that it would take something REALLY special from Apple to interest me in going back as they're quite a bit behind on the hardware I've got now! LOL!..
I had an original iPhone then a 3g. When the 4 came our there was just nothing new or different to it and I could not sign a 2 year contract for a phone that already bored me. So I got a galaxy s captivate. There were definatley more bugs on stock than the iPhone but the openess of android kept things interesting. After a year my company bought me an iPhone and picked up the tab for my cell bill. I sold my captivate and got an I phone 4. It was a major downgrade for me in nearly every way. Personally I feel if you have owned one iPhone you have owned them all. Only thing that has changed is speed.
so it is almost time to upgrade and i wanted everyones opinion. should i get the note 2 or the nexus 4? they both look sweet!
mattlowry said:
so it is almost time to upgrade and i wanted everyones opinion. should i get the note 2 or the nexus 4? they both look sweet!
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Note 2. Do not pass go. Do not collect $200. Love mine.
You get performance out the wazoo, replaceable HUGE battery, sd card, multi Window, S pen, the development community is starting to pick up (the at&t guys roms are generally flashable to the tmo device), video playback is unbelievable, LTE is just around the corner, it's not an LG...
You can also walk into the store and buy one now. Nexus 4, maybe?
Downsides? The screen is huge, seems more fragile than other devices. Device size means that you will definitely need to play with one on the store before buying. It felt weird to me at the store but I took the plunge. Two days into owning before I decided that size was no big deal. It suffers from the Samsung device general weaknesses such as risk of imei loss and the goofy flash counter thing (these things can more or less be worked around). Obviously there is no physical keyboard.
This thing is awesome.
Hastily spouted for your befuddlement
+1 ^ ^
I too have never really liked LG phones. And despite the quad in the nexus being a bit more powerful, the Note 2 has a lot more to offer in terms of features.
Note II because you can always get a nexus ROM on a bigger screen
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+1 ^ ^
I too have never really liked LG phones. And despite the quad in the nexus being a bit more powerful, the Note 2 has a lot more to offer in terms of features.
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As soon as my taxes come in I'm buying the nexus 4. I have a feeling my "new" doubleshot was stolen out the mailbox. But at least you get a working device after all this time I'll be sad to leave this community but since I'm forced into a new phone Nexus it is.
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strapped365 said:
As soon as my taxes come in I'm buying the nexus 4. I have a feeling my "new" doubleshot was stolen out the mailbox. But at least you get a working device after all this time I'll be sad to leave this community but since I'm forced into a new phone Nexus it is.
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Sorry man, that really sucks. Did it have tracking? or is there any way to find out at what point it got lost? But if it was sent in December then there might be a hold up somewhere. Most of the errors in postage happen around that time. Anyway, before you completely settle for the Nexus I think you should check out the Note II. I think it's worth it man.
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Sorry man, that really sucks. Did it have tracking? or is there any way to find out at what point it got lost? But if it was sent in December then there might be a hold up somewhere. Most of the errors in postage happen around that time. Anyway, before you completely settle for the Nexus I think you should check out the Note II. I think it's worth it man.
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Well the nexus is in my price range so it is what it is when it comes to that. I can't really afford the 299 dollar price tag the nexus comes with but my girl told me I'm not allowed to go without a cell phone so I should buy myself a device ill be happy with and spec wise its all I will need for the coming years.
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Well the nexus is in my price range so it is what it is when it comes to that. I can't really afford the 299 dollar price tag the nexus comes with but my girl told me I'm not allowed to go without a cell phone so I should buy myself a device ill be happy with and spec wise its all I will need for the coming years.
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That's sort of what I was thinking about. If I replace my MT4GS, I want a quad core with good support. I've been leaning towards an unlocked HTC One X or a Nexus 4 on StraightTalk's $45 unlimited plan. Finding a One X without a cracked or replaced digitizer is not easy.
Okay guys, if all goes well and I can grab the Nexus 4 today off craigslist for 350 this will be my last day on the doubleshot. I have to start emailing the posters to see if they still have them but I got the cash for my Nexus just have to get it in time.
I will NOT leave you guys out in the cold either. Ill still be around and will still do everything in my power to help you guys. And to think my mind went absent enough to think about iOS....anyways I hope to move some SWaRM stuff to the nexus as well
Good for you, but a blow for our community - you've been everywhere I've looked for the last 12 months - answered every question, done so much. Thank you.
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Good for you, but a blow for our community - you've been everywhere I've looked for the last 12 months - answered every question, done so much. Thank you.
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Oh man this thing is sexy as yeah I'm aw shocked. But I'll still be here for you guys
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Yeah I picked one up for my girl, won't give it to here for a couple weeks (birthday) so its just sitting looking so nice waiting fr me to steal it from her! How do you like the build quality? I mean I tend to hate lg but if it said any other brand id get one for myself too... well I think I still need the hardware keyboard and sd slot... she dosent... I guess she can keep it... I'm rambling....
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Yeah I picked one up for my girl, won't give it to here for a couple weeks (birthday) so its just sitting looking so nice waiting fr me to steal it from her! How do you like the build quality? I mean I tend to hate lg but if it said any other brand id get one for myself too... well I think I still need the hardware keyboard and sd slot... she dosent... I guess she can keep it... I'm rambling....
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Well there really isn't enough phone to judge the build quality. It kinda feels awkward in my hands too, but I'm a little dude so I'll get used to it. Its super thin and really light weight, but being all glass the back tends to get slick if you have sweaty hands, and gets dirty really easy.
The camera seems to be a great on in lighting but it will never be as crisp as the doubleshot. Here is the first pic I snapped of my daughter
So I'm so far very satisfied with what pure Google brings to the table.
Later I'm going to look into root/su and one of the many 4.2.1 ROMs out. But I think I could stay stock unrooted and be fine.
The ui smoothness is about on par with doubleshot. That's all I got now man, I haven't played much
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OK so the phone is a pure dream to run, but the screen is no where near as crisp as the doubleshot. I'll take side by side pics tomorrow for you all.
strapped365 said:
Okay guys, if all goes well and I can grab the Nexus 4 today off craigslist for 350 this will be my last day on the doubleshot. I have to start emailing the posters to see if they still have them but I got the cash for my Nexus just have to get it in time.
I will NOT leave you guys out in the cold either. Ill still be around and will still do everything in my power to help you guys. And to think my mind went absent enough to think about iOS....anyways I hope to move some SWaRM stuff to the nexus as well
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MAN! Don't freak me out like that! I thought you were running off on us! j/k I knew you wouldn't be able to resist working on as many devices as you have access to.
I'm sure glad to hear you're getting such a hot little phone but it DOES seem like there should be some recourse for the DS not making it to you. With a bit of luck, you may end up with a new DS too!
Glad you're hanging around buddy.....I still got lots to learn from you.:good:
iOS!!?? Holy CRAP! Almost went off the deep end there didn't ya?
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MAN! Don't freak me out like that! I thought you were running off on us! j/k I knew you wouldn't be able to resist working on as many devices as you have access to.
I'm sure glad to hear you're getting such a hot little phone but it DOES seem like there should be some recourse for the DS not making it to you. With a bit of luck, you may end up with a new DS too!
Glad you're hanging around buddy.....I still got lots to learn from you.:good:
iOS!!?? Holy CRAP! Almost went off the deep end there didn't ya?
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I don't think deep end explains how insane i was thinking.
Getting root on this thing was one command ./fastboot oem unlock then i was able to fastboot recovery and flash su in about 2 minutes. I'm in heaven now guys, just flashed Paranoid Android v3+ its the first release candidate but its freaking smooth.
And yeah i was thinking today if the ds does come its def going to be used for you guys
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I'm still skeptical on whether an enormous screen can really compensate for the lack of a real keyboard.
I have seen the note 2 in person, and my god it's huge. How anyone can carry that around as a phone is beyond me. It makes ANY other phone look mini in comparison.
Depending on how big your hands are, you can't even touch all parts of the screen with one hand. So one handed usability does drop a bit.
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I'm still skeptical on whether an enormous screen can really compensate for the lack of a real keyboard.
I have seen the note 2 in person, and my god it's huge. How anyone can carry that around as a phone is beyond me. It makes ANY other phone look mini in comparison.
Depending on how big your hands are, you can't even touch all parts of the screen with one hand. So one handed usability does drop a bit.
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The bigger screen makes it so easy to type. I've had a slider phone for the last 3 years and its a breeze changing over to all touch typing. The big issue at first was the lack of physical buttons, and I'm still getting used to that
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I'm also in the process of seeking a new device. I've really enjoyed the ROMs that have come out for this device but feel it's time to move on and hand this device down to my kids. I'll also be more than likely going to a nexus 4 for price and support on the forums.
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I'm also in the process of seeking a new device. I've really enjoyed the ROMs that have come out for this device but feel it's time to move on and hand this device down to my kids. I'll also be more than likely going to a nexus 4 for price and support on the forums.
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Yeah it's pretty alive over there. Like 50 JB ROMs it seems like and a thousand threads. But im overall happy with my Nexus
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