Hey, I just wanted your guys opinion on which phone I should get, the Sensation or the One S with the S3 chip
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one s with S3 chip is BS ..don't even go for it
S4 is awesome ..unless you get S4 not worthy to change (just for display ? meh)
Between the two, the Sensation. The One S with the S3 is probably going to get ignored when it comes to support from HTC and from us nice developers.
If you can get your hands on a One S with S4, then get that.
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Between the two, the Sensation. The One S with the S3 is probably going to get ignored when it comes to support from HTC and from us nice developers.
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True this, no source code yet. Bit some development is yapping for it, recovery I think
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Sensation.
I have an S4 One S here and it's fantastic to be honest, but an S3 version... meh.
I have the one s with s4 and like it a lot, but if it was to have the s3 pretty sure I would prefer a sensation even though I've never had one. Why give up expandable storage and removeable battery for a phone with the same processor? Only real upgrade would be a phone so thin its hard to hold? Lol. Reason I'm browsing the sensation forum is the possible thought of selling the one s or trading for a sensation. I didn't realize how fast I would use up the 10gb of available space.
Long term the one s needs s off so we can change the internal memory partitions. I don't need 2gb for apps or 4 for the os. I keep all my music on the phone though.
That's my thoughts anyways. I had an extended warranty upgrade from an old HTC desire and was always happy with it, but 4.3" screen is about perfect I think.
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One comment I have is the Sensation's screen is better. OK it's not AMOLED, but it's sharper due to being RGB and not PenTile, and that's more important to me.
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Hey guys, every one knows about the Nexus now. It looks AMAZING. But it's still plastic. What do you think about it? Should I stick with my Sensation or get the Nexus in exchange by November? Both are 1.2Ghz dual core monsters, the Nexus has the A9 processor and 1GB RAM. The best part is the Super Amoled 720p display - 4.65" - Just amazing. What do you say?
Oh and the worst part is the camera. 5 megapixel? What the..? But anyway, the sensor matters more.
What do you say guys?
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Hey guys, every one knows about the Nexus now. It looks AMAZING. But it's still plastic. What do you think about it? Should I stick with my Sensation or get the Nexus in exchange by November? Both are 1.2Ghz dual core monsters, the Nexus has the A9 processor and 1GB RAM. The best part is the Super Amoled 720p display - 4.65" - Just amazing. What do you say?
Oh and the worst part is the camera. 5 megapixel? What the..? But anyway, the sensor matters more.
What do you say guys?
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If it was an easy swap, id do it. Im not going to swap though as it would be costly and I dont see the nexus being light years ahead of the sensation either.
The sensation will wind up doing the same stuff as the nexus once it also gets ICS.
If I were out looking for a new phone, Id choose the nexus...
Matt
Hmm. How much would the Nexus cost? UNLOCKED.
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Hmm. How much would the Nexus cost? UNLOCKED.
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No idea, but id plan on at least $599.99. Thats far more than youll get for your Sensation.
I dont see anything groundbreaking that the nexus does over the sensation, ICS aside. No reason to jump ship for this phone. Ill stick with my Sensation and wait for next upgrade's phones, which should be groundbreaking by then.
Matt
Damn! Okay, it's a hard decision to make
If I didn't own a Sensation already, I would get the Nexus, Pure Google! I don't regret getting the sensation though.
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Loving the nexus, and so very much want the dev support of the nexus, love that everything first thing and how quick it moves because all the devs on it.
But i'm torn, sensation is awesome but slower on devs. I have a hard decision to make very soon. My point being, I can't decide myself, so I can't help you decide lol
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I'm sticking with my sensation!
The single most pushing reason to make the jump would be the 4.65" 720p AMOLED display (zomg!!! ). U just can't beat that.
The rest... meh. I guess with ICS and proper dualcore support, the Sensation will finally take off speed wise. Or at least I hope it.
If I was you, I'd swap it for the new Galaxy Nexus. You will always have the newest Android distirbutions at your disposal
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The single most pushing reason to make the jump would be the 4.65" 720p AMOLED display (zomg!!! ). U just can't beat that.
The rest... meh. I guess with ICS and proper dualcore support, the Sensation will finally take off speed wise. Or at least I hope it.
If I was you, I'd swap it for the new Galaxy Nexus. You will always have the newest Android distirbutions at your disposal
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Yeaahh! The main reason i WANT to swap is the screen! Damn awesome. But .. it will be damn expensive. Plus, I just asked somebody how much they would buy my phone for, they said - 390$ that's IT.
So i'll stay with the Sensation..
no sd card slot = Fail
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Yeaahh! The main reason i WANT to swap is the screen! Damn awesome. But .. it will be damn expensive. Plus, I just asked somebody how much they would buy my phone for, they said - 390$ that's IT.
So i'll stay with the Sensation..
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Yea...So it boils down to SELLING your Sensation and paying another $300 or so to get a screen with better resolution...For what though?
Just months ago qHD was all the rage. I still dont see whats so special about it???
I doubt a 720p screen will be worth the trouble and extra $$$. Now, if you need to upgrade and can get a deal on the Prime, then hell yea.
Matt
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Yea...So it boils down to SELLING your Sensation and paying another $300 or so to get a screen with better resolution...For what though?
Just months ago qHD was all the rage. I still dont see whats so special about it???
I doubt a 720p screen will be worth the trouble and extra $$$. Now, if you need to upgrade and can get a deal on the Prime, then hell yea.
Matt
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Hmmm.. I agree
I will be switching to the Galaxy Nexus as soon as possible. Not because I think it is far superior to the Sensation but for the simple fact that I am on my 3rd Sensation now that is ridden with dust under the screen. It is such a stupid problem to have with such an expensive phone.
The fact that so many of us have the issue and HTC refuses to admit that it's a known problem has really made me ready to jump ship from HTC without any plan on coming back.
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I will be switching to the Galaxy Nexus as soon as possible. Not because I think it is far superior to the Sensation but for the simple fact that I am on my 3rd Sensation now that is ridden with dust under the screen. It is such a stupid problem to have with such an expensive phone.
The fact that so many of us have the issue and HTC refuses to admit that it's a known problem has really made me ready to jump ship from HTC without any plan on coming back.
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Hmm.. My phone also has a manufacturing fault..
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Hmm.. My phone also has a manufacturing fault..
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Yeap, same here. Im on my 2nd and it has the dust issue too. Im waiting for HTC to formally admit it so Tmobile wont charge me to replace it.
Matt
I just like the look of the galaxy nexus, sure the 720p resolution screen is going to be nice but I want the galaxy nexus for the additional hardware like nfc and barometer sensor (because I'm a tech junkie like that). I'm alright with having a dual core processor because Android will not be optimized for quad core for a while. Plus android 4.0 ice cream sandwich has hardware acceleration. I am probably going to keep my sensation though, haven't had any problems with my sensation yet.
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£515 in UK from www.clove.co.uk
Very pricey!
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£515 in UK from www.clove.co.uk
Very pricey!
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And that's only for the 16gb.
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Easy answer if you're looking for a new phone right now from an older phone. It would be ridiculous to get a new Sensation right now; it is becoming so outclassed in so many ways. If you already have a new Sensation, it depends on if you think the $ will be worth it. I personally have a good amount of dough saved up and will seriously consider the Nexus Prime because it is an upgrade in every way over the Sensation (the whole 5MP thing is a non-issue because that is not what determines the quality of pictures; also I don't give a crap about plastic construction because living with the Sensation has made me value a phone that is fast and performs well over a phone with an aluminum build).
Sorry for terrible offtopic, but i really need your help friends :
Im offered to sell my sensation and to buy Galaxy Nexus for 150 e more..
I mean, is Nexus better phone than Sensation ? General ?
Sorry again and thanks in advance
Galaxy Nexus looks great!
Now, you know what you get with "Google Phones", regular updates, "genuine" android, a great and big community !
Technically galaxy nexus has the upper hand, thought.
If I were you I'd wait because HTC are releasing new phones this year and you are going to be stuck with your nexus while everybody is enjoying their new high end phones..
Well I think you shouldn't do that because 150E to pay more is ridiculous.
Galaxy Nexus is a bit better than HTC Sensation but to pay 150E more is not worth.
If you want that phone pay 50E more max! Sensation is high end phone and soon we will get official ICS update for it and design of HTC Sensation is better than galaxy nexus.
Galaxy Nexus pros:
HD display (the Sensation's display honestly isn't bad), NFC (which 98% of us will never use) and most important official Android support from Google!
Galaxy Nexus cons:
No external SD slot (only 16gb of memory on the unlocked GSM version), 5 megapixel camera which have been confirmed by both G Nexus owners and reviewers to not be that great but it gets the job done.
My conclusion:
If you have the means and you must have the latest official update from Google themselves then I say go for it. I am honestly glad with the development we have and do not care for the G Nexus. Maybe later on I'll purchase a G Nexus just for fun.
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Sorry for terrible offtopic, but i really need your help friends :
Im offered to sell my sensation and to buy Galaxy Nexus for 150 e more..
I mean, is Nexus better phone than Sensation ? General ?
Sorry again and thanks in advance
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First of all if ur a pure aosp guys no matter what then u should just get nexus but man sensation is just a so much better phone in any spec wise if u compare, plus the 720p screen on nexus isn't even that good I saw it on Telstra and u can literally see pixels when u first see the phone.
Comes down to personality I like sense that's why sensation has always been the best for me
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Now if you ask me, i'll keep my Sensation too for many reasons, mainly because it's like the desire or the hero before, it's "mainstream" you have so much great developpers, high end roms and users, i really love my phone for that.
But with android you always got the choice, maybe 150e is a little to high, that's true.
Id stick with the sensation for now.
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Only a child would waste money like that. With the gn being only a slight upgrade to the sensation and all...
I wouldn't trade me sensation for a Samsung phone even if i got 150$ with it. Build quality is more important for me then specs, and samsung sucks in that regard imo...
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If you like having the most up to date OS, go for it.
Have you guys thought to switch to Sensation and what have kept you not to?
im pondering real hard between the two. the more i look the more i begin to like
bigger screen 4.3" 540 x 960
8mp camera
dual-core processor.
size is 59x115x11 mm vs 65x126x11 mm
for a future proof... is it worth 100e more investment. the sensation forum is flooded with problems tho.. desire s seems more happy customers. might be because they are sold lots more and only pissed ppl contact forums...
ps. phone buying seems to be harder than i thought
Sensation has problems with the audio
I don t think it s a good choice
In internet you can find newer phones low cost(-100-200€ )
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If you want a bigger screen and hungrier battery eater - Sensation is good.
If you're comparing functionality - Sensation isn't enough of an upgrade.
I had this same problem. Now instead of an sensation I'm looking at the Galaxy Nexus.
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moonjak said:
Have you guys thought to switch to Sensation and what have kept you not to?
im pondering real hard between the two. the more i look the more i begin to like
bigger screen 4.3" 540 x 960
8mp camera
dual-core processor.
size is 59x115x11 mm vs 65x126x11 mm
for a future proof... is it worth 100e more investment. the sensation forum is flooded with problems tho.. desire s seems more happy customers. might be because they are sold lots more and only pissed ppl contact forums...
ps. phone buying seems to be harder than i thought
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One S if you are looking at dual core its the best looking phone in one series
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I dropped the idea... Desire S design/size more appearing...
Sticking with Desire S until something sick comes around corner like,
4" screen
dualcore+
HD screen
3000mAh+ battery
quality camera
-mj
moonjak said:
Have you guys thought to switch to Sensation and what have kept you not to?
im pondering real hard between the two. the more i look the more i begin to like
bigger screen 4.3" 540 x 960
8mp camera
dual-core processor.
size is 59x115x11 mm vs 65x126x11 mm
for a future proof... is it worth 100e more investment. the sensation forum is flooded with problems tho.. desire s seems more happy customers. might be because they are sold lots more and only pissed ppl contact forums...
ps. phone buying seems to be harder than i thought
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Desire S
If you have to choose between the two, I would go for the sensation.
Sent from a Desire S waiting for Kernel 3. WAKE UP HTC!!!!
What about considering the one s?
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ben_pyett said:
What about considering the one s?
Swyped from my DesireS
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Yeah, if money weren't the problem, I'd go for the One S. But if you have a tight budget, go for the Sensation...
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Yeah, if money weren't the problem, I'd go for the One S. But if you have a tight budget, go for the Sensation...
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Also of pentile weren't the problem, and storage limitation wasn't the problem
I would have so got the One S otherwise
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Also of pentile weren't the problem, and storage limitation wasn't the problem
I would have so got the One S otherwise
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Anyway, Pentile or not, the screen is still an upgrade from our phone. The clarity and sharpness will be much better.
Personally storage isn't a problem for me anymore. I don't mind the lack if SD card. I think Google wants it this way now, to standardise things and avoid complications, such as app data disappearing, slow apps (due to slow SD read/write speeds)
Having said that, Sammy released the SGS3 with a SD card ...
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Im on my 1st Android a Sensation XE coming from iPhones and have to say loving it.
I'm now thinking even though only had my XE for 6 months, on the One X. Worried a little though on the battery life and non replaceable, I am a heavy user.
Also now the S3 is announced and is nigh on the same physical size and wondering on people who have a One X what would they do if now had choice?
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Im on my 1st Android a Sensation XE coming from iPhones and have to say loving it.
I'm now thinking even though only had my XE for 6 months, on the One X. Worried a little though on the battery life and non replaceable, I am a heavy user.
Also now the S3 is announced and is nigh on the same physical size and wondering on people who have a One X what would they do if now had choice?
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I love my One X. The S3 is going to be an awesome phone too. If you like HTC (and it looks like you do) you can't go wrong with grabbing a One X. Although, if I knew what I know now about multiple nexus devices, I might have waited to grab one of those. Really, if you're going for a high end android phone from 2012 I don't know that you really can go wrong.
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Im on my 1st Android a Sensation XE coming from iPhones and have to say loving it.
I'm now thinking even though only had my XE for 6 months, on the One X. Worried a little though on the battery life and non replaceable, I am a heavy user.
Also now the S3 is announced and is nigh on the same physical size and wondering on people who have a One X what would they do if now had choice?
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search research read and make your own mind up. that is how you going to know if the phone is for you. you might think i am joking but i am being serious..and not being horrible it is true..search and you will find loads of threads asking the same question as you what phone is the best. google is your friend..good luck and hope you all the best whatever you decide....but if you like Nexus phones then wait till october when the new one gets released
All depends on whether you like sense or touchwiz. Easiest way to find out is to go to retail shop and try before you buy.
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Im on my 1st Android a Sensation XE coming from iPhones and have to say loving it.
I'm now thinking even though only had my XE for 6 months, on the One X. Worried a little though on the battery life and non replaceable, I am a heavy user.
Also now the S3 is announced and is nigh on the same physical size and wondering on people who have a One X what would they do if now had choice?
Cheers
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the very best way is to buy both and sell the one that you dnt like if you have the money, of course
and the best way is to use google and research like the guy above says, because you ask this question in the OneX threads and everybody who have a OneX loves it ... and i love it too ... some issues are still there to be honest, but with the next OTA it will all be perfect.
I personally feel that HTC one X has a more beautiful design than S3. S3 is not ugly but to me is definitely not a beauty. However, there are some crucial things that S3 has but HTC one X doesn't have which is removable battery and a SD card slot.
Hence my advice to you is know what your preferences is whether is a hardware design or having a removable battery. Then make your decision
Batterywise, The One X, with older 1.28 firmware is better than my old Sensation was even when using the XE battery.
Thanks for replies.
I can't say I prefer HTC sense over touchwiz as never used touchwiz, I've tried it for 2mins in a shop once.
I think I prefer the look of the One X, but the removable battery tempting, do you think the One X will get any of the software features of S3? eg the smart screen stay on thing etc?
The One X I would probably buy if its a bit cheaper which it is at mo,.probably about £350, whereas S3 is going to be £500 or £34/month.....
If you must upgrade, I'd go for the SGS3. But if you can wait, I would. The Sensation XE can pretty much do anything the other two can, albeit a little slower. But who cares?
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I water damaged my old phone and I am looking to replace it with something better. My old phone is the Samsung Galaxy Gio and the new phone I'm looking to get is the best HTC phone I can find. I was told by a friend that the sensation is good and I'd like some more opinions.
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I water damaged my old phone and I am looking to replace it with something better. My old phone is the Samsung Galaxy Gio and the new phone I'm looking to get is the best HTC phone I can find. I was told by a friend that the sensation is good and I'd like some more opinions.
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Best HTC phone you can find is the htc one x, it depends on your budget. The sensation is most likely not going to get any more official support but here on xda that doesn't matter. Other than that if you want a good phone for a good price then yeah the sensation isn't that bad. If I were you I would get the galaxy nexus.
Well in that case, I narrowed it down to the HTC one x, the galaxy nexus or the galaxy s2 (I would get the s3 but its out of my price range)
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i respectfully disagree..
if we compare what we can do with them;
galaxy nexus is the best when it comes to the updates. and it is also the referance device so you don't have to worry if any ap will work on it or not.
but today i went to an electronic market shop and checked every top android phone and decided that i did not want to go for a amoled screen.. even though they give best colors even the newest galaxy s3 phones had screen burns and the phones were only there 1 month max.. normally i change phones in 3-4 months but this time i made a promise and i have to keep my new phone at least 1-1.5 year so amoled screen gives me the best blacks but every day i have to watch its leds degrade.. on the other hand sensations mid-quality black-good brightness screen will remain the same even after a few good years..
on the memory side, nexus gives us USB OTG, no way to do this with htc because they changed the frameworks but there is a memory card slot which is more useful until 64 Gb.. if you are willing to carry a external hdd and a cable with you and willing to sacrifise some battery juice then the nexus is good for you..
on the ram side; since the sense UI can remove itself from the background when it is not necessary and the screen is not 720p 768Mb is quite enough and not falling so short compared to nexus' 1 gb ram. (not so sure about this but months i used sensation XE and never got out of ram or had any problems)
there is a FM radio on sensation
sound quality is better on sensation (XE)
camera sensor is better on sensation (but need some software touch to unlock its full potential)
and the GPU is also better and more suitable for OCing if you are into OCing.. adreno GPUs are good at giving effects and fall behind the mali-400 when it comes to filling textures.. but at this resulotion, it is more than enough to play any game.. and you can gain %25+ with OC, this is about %10-15 on the nexus.. i was having 52-53 FPS on nena mark2 while the one x had 55..
and you can also buy a white or beats audio housing and change the way it looks whenever you want..
so, according to my fully subjective comparison is more fun to buy sensation (XE) than nexus..
Would the one x be better than the sensation?
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Would the one x be better than the sensation?
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Don't let anyone tell you otherwise: yes. What carrier are you on? Because an even better one x is coming out for T-Mobile soon that you might want to wait for if you decide on a great HTC phone
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Well I live in Canada and I am with Bell so I'm not sure if the one x is even compatible.
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