I have both phones the htc rezound and verizon galaxy s3.....I have noticed from a network 3g/4g the rezound outperforms the Galaxy by far. I also noticed from a cell signal stand point as well Htc -90 and Galaxy s3 -112... This is aweful!!!!!!! the camera on the htc rezound outperforms the Galaxy s3 in my opinion as well...I sit here and scratch my head and ask myself why did I honestly purchase this phone...
I agree that the Rezound camera demolishes the GS3, but the GS3 is such a massively better phone, I don't miss my Rezound one bit.
the galaxy s 3 radio sucks, other then that the phone is great, wouldn't go back to rezound or nexus, battery life on rezound and nexus sucks requiring a extended.
In my opinion, he GS3 outperforms the Rezound in almost every way.
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I have both phones the htc rezound and verizon galaxy s3.....I have noticed from a network 3g/4g the rezound outperforms the Galaxy by far. ..
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yea, the Galaxy radio sucks compared to the Rezound.
I have both phones myself & what really cracks me up is I was totally prepared to hate the pentile screen (every pentile screen I have seen previous to this looked like crap) but now the Galaxy screen looks better in most ways.
I have both phones sitting here on my desk at work. The Rez screen is a tiny bit sharper, but looks horribly washed out & lifeless next to the snappy bright G3 screen.
Besides the slightly better camera and much better signal in the Rezound, the GS3 trumps the Rezound in every other category. Even the touchwiz UI/features are actually pretty nice and are really cool to use.
I couldn't go back to my Rezzy. No way...no how.
The rezound did have a great camera. But I agree that the s3 is so much better. I mean it is nice to take photos with a phone but if I am going somewhere that I know I'm gonna take photos nothing beats a camera.
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The HTC Rezound has better radios because it's been out longer and has had updates to fix it. The samsung just came out. Radios will be released to fix reception issues. As for the camera, there's no way htc is better. I had the rezound and this S3 is way better.
Good bye HTC, hello Samsung Galaxy S3
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The HTC Rezound has better radios because it's been out longer and has had updates to fix it. The samsung just came out. Radios will be released to fix reception issues. As for the camera, there's no way htc is better. I had the rezound and this S3 is way better.
Good bye HTC, hello Samsung Galaxy S3
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I agree with this although Samsung has always had weak radios compared to other devices...Also all these whiny threads about this is better than that needs moved to a "soap opera" section called "Days of our Android"
Yes I miss the rezound radio but it really doesn't affect me all that much. The battery life alone was worth the switch.
I'm currently considering upgrading my Rezound to an S3, but am worried about the radio and camera. It seems to vary largely from person to person. I wonder if the radio performs better in some areas than others? Perplexed.
I had a rezound... Have not looked back.
I don't miss Sense, I don't miss always plugging my phone in whenever I'm near a cable, I don't miss having a thick heavy phone.
I think while the rezound reports better signal, in my experience I drop from 4G to 3G at the same frequency and in the same areas. I had a Nexus prior to the rezound, and returned that due to the radio issues. I do not see these same issue with the S3.
The S3 is smoother, quicker to load up apps, and a much nicer design. I haven't had any issues with the camera, I love the burst mode with best shot selection, and the panorama mode seems a lot nicer to me.
I had the rezound for about 2 weeks and returned it for it the g nex. I don't know if that says much but out of the g nex and the rezound I would much rather have the s3. Give it some more time and cm10 will be an official DD and you won't look back.
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I have both phones the htc rezound and verizon galaxy s3.....I have noticed from a network 3g/4g the rezound outperforms the Galaxy by far. I also noticed from a cell signal stand point as well Htc -90 and Galaxy s3 -112... This is aweful!!!!!!! the camera on the htc rezound outperforms the Galaxy s3 in my opinion as well...I sit here and scratch my head and ask myself why did I honestly purchase this phone...
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Because even a Troll knows the S3 is better.
S3 is a better phone.
Besides the slightly better camera and much better signal in the Rezound, the GS3 trumps the Rezound in every other category. Even the touchwiz UI/features are actually pretty nice and are really cool to use.
I couldn't go back to my Rezzy. No way...no how.
Geez forgot that aspect...Yes, I agree with touch wiz over htc sense
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Besides the slightly better camera and much better signal in the Rezound, the GS3 trumps the Rezound in every other category. Even the touchwiz UI/features are actually pretty nice and are really cool to use.
I couldn't go back to my Rezzy. No way...no how.
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I agree with this although Samsung has always had weak radios compared to other devices...Also all these whiny threads about this is better than that needs moved to a "soap opera" section called "Days of our Android"
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lol...:laugh:
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I'm currently considering upgrading my Rezound to an S3, but am worried about the radio and camera. It seems to vary largely from person to person. I wonder if the radio performs better in some areas than others? Perplexed.
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Neither are an issue...people tend to blow things out of proportion, just like the media. The radio has great 4g, slighlty weak in 3g. Full signal Im seeing -66db signal. The camera takes a great pitcure and the TW interface is nice. You wont be disapointed, overall this device blows anything away I had prior.
Hmmmmmm......so far its been opposite for me. My rezound....would show full bars on 4G....I would jump on the internet...be there for like a minute....then bam......network error.
Looking at the status bar....there would be nothing...then 3G would pop up seconds later.....And sometimes it would stay stuck on 3G and had to reboot for 4G to come back.
It would do this switching thing all the time ...and it came to be annoying.
Since getting the S3 on the 10th.....I haven't had any issues with this annoying switch. Its only swithed a few times....and only areas that I knew to be bad 4G areas, but went right back to 4G....as soon as I left the area.
I must be the only one so far whose rezound is cursed. :cyclops:
I'm inclined to agree with the OP on this one when it comes to Radio. The radio is TERRIBLE on the S3 and I live in a VERY strong 4G area. I get 3G spots that I didn't have before. I realize that there will be updates to address this issue. I did return my Gal Nex S to go back to my Rezound. The cameras are about the same IMO.
I don't care for Touchwiz or Sense. I dropped in NOVA so it would feel more vanilla. And this phone is so damn fast.
Finally. Look at your S3 screen. There is no phone like it out there. My friend puts there iPhone over my screen and there is still some screen to spare. That's a phone!
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Im using a nexus s right now. I love tthe screen on this phone and how snappy it is but I'm also on at&t. Meaning edge only. I could really care less about android 2.2 or 2.3 the thing I look for is screen quality and size. Next would be battery life. I came from an iPhone 4 and keep reverting back because of the battery life and network speed. Would you guys recommended an inspire over the nexus s? Is there anyone that has used the nexus s and iPhone 4 that can give me an unbiased opinion?
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Get it. this thing is snappy. Dont go by that crap about the processor being outdated. This thing flys. I have used my friends evo 4g, man this thing blows it away. I dont know if its the ram or the processor is tweaked up. having used a few android phones, I can say right out that this thing is snappy.
If you can live without a front facing camera I would say go for it.
I've used all the phones you mentioned and I actually own the inspire, iphone 4, and a captivate. The captivate is similar to the nexus s.
The screen size is great. It will be hard for me to move to anything less then 4.3in from now on. Clarity is also great and is on par with the iphone, but much better then the samsung AMOLED. Contrast is much better on the AMOLED, though. Blacks do not look..err.. as black like they do on an AMOLED screen, but color are definitely more accurate.
Battery life is decent considering the phone has a small battery. The iphone definitely takes the cake in this segment, but the inspire is much better then my captivate was.
Speeds are phenomenal. I'm seeing speeds close to 4000kbps and they are only going to increase as the months pass. The inspire definitely holds the edge over the other devices here.
In short, this phone rocks. It is definitely the best device you can purchase through at&t right now and with it being easy to root should be more popular then the motorola atrix. Get it! You won't be upset.
Battery life is NOT as good as an iphone4, dont get me wrong, it's close, but I do find myself having to throw it on the charger at work or charge on my 20 minute commute to get through a day. Thats actually my ONLY complaint about it. It's faster than an ip4, does more, feels better in the hand, build quality is just as good if not better, and due to the stupid design on the battery cover neither battery is removable. Just kidding, you can replace the battery on the inspire, but it is not the easiest thing in the world. Watched the ATT rep break 2 trying to sell me one.
I'd say go for the Inspire, however, I will tell you that an At&t band Nexus S just past through the FCC. There is no release date yet but you'll have that option soon.
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its not a nexus s its a galaxy S 2 and it will have dual core processor and a 4.3" screen. if your not in a hurry to jump on a phone then I would maybe see what that phone is like when released. If you are biting at the chomps to get a new phone then this phone is awesome.
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its not a nexus s its a galaxy S 2 and it will have dual core processor and a 4.3" screen. if your not in a hurry to jump on a phone then I would maybe see what that phone is like when released. If you are biting at the chomps to get a new phone then this phone is awesome.
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I agree completely.. I'm probably going to pick the Inspire 4G up no matter what, but the Galaxy S II, specs-wise is intriguing. There are 2 glaring issues with the GSII though
Made by Samsung
The OS won't even support dual core until at least April and youre looking at even longer for developers to take advantage. So real world improvements with the dual core are several months out AT LEAST, and even then its almost exclusively going to be games. Sending TXT, email, phone, browsing, heck even watching video, a Snapdragon/GPU combo is more than enough. So its like cruising your Corvette in a school zone for 6 months
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its not a nexus s its a galaxy S 2 and it will have dual core processor and a 4.3" screen. if your not in a hurry to jump on a phone then I would maybe see what that phone is like when released. If you are biting at the chomps to get a new phone then this phone is awesome.
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I'm not talking about the Samsung Infuse. That's what your talking about. That is the Galaxy S 2. Engaged reported the other day about the Nexus S itself being passed through the FCC.
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Samsung is a joke in my opinion. They still have yet to release 2.2 for all their galaxy devices and keep coming out with the same galaxy devices, granted a couple extra inches added to the screen and newer versions(2.3) of touchwiz. Just my opinion again but wtf were they thinking releasing a vibrant on tmobile with a front facing camera and hspa???? Hello most vibrant owners have already made the mode themselves. Next post will be about their plastic=) Sorry but theyre a joke IMO right now
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I'm not talking about the Samsung Infuse. That's what your talking about. That is the Galaxy S 2. Engaged reported the other day about the Nexus S itself being passed through the FCC.
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the infuse is NOT the GalaxyS 2 the Infuse will have a 4.5" screen and have a single core 1.2 processor. the GalaxyS2 has a dual core 1 gig processor with a 4.3" display
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the infuse is NOT the GalaxyS 2 the Infuse will have a 4.5" screen and have a single core 1.2 processor. the GalaxyS2 has a dual core 1 gig processor with a 4.3" display
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That is true, however, the phone I am talking about is just a nexus s for at&t. No dual core processor etc. Here is the link http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/13/samsung-nexus-s-revisits-the-fcc-this-time-with-bands-for-atandt/
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If you use gps then HTC will murder Samsung in that respect. I feel like the Nexus S was a poor choice to be the next Nexus device. It's too similar to the Galaxy S devices that have been out for quite a while. I came from the iP4 and also have a Captivate. The Inspire is fast. Really fast. I haven't noticed any lag and that's one of my biggest things. Using the Captivate is torture and I have it rooted and running Cognition.
This or the Atrix are the only really solid choices on AT&T for the next few months. The Infuse will be typical Samsung. Screen will be pretty and it will be the last of the three phones mentioned to get Gingerbread or any other updates.
The Ip4 has the best battery life of any smartphone with a 1ghz cpu IMO. I have used every highend android phone that has come out, including recently the Desire Z, Nexus S, and now the Inspire. I will skip out on the ATT 3G version of the Nexus S because at $560 with tax, it just isn't worth it espeically with other "better" phones coming out that will be the same price in the up coming months. It a good chance that the SGS 2 will be about $500 to $600 espeically with the Atrix at $500
I like the Inspire because of it's screen size, and definitly the cost per performance of it, only $430 with tax outright from ATT. IMO I don't see paying $140ish more for a phone with similar performance, on the otherhand I think if the Inspire was $500, that would be too much for the hardware.
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The Ip4 has the best battery life of any smartphone with a 1ghz cpu IMO. I have used every highend android phone that has come out, including recently the Desire Z, Nexus S, and now the Inspire. I will skip out on the ATT 3G version of the Nexus S because at $560 with tax, it just isn't worth it espeically with other "better" phones coming out that will be the same price in the up coming months. It a good chance that the SGS 2 will be about $500 to $600 espeically with the Atrix at $500
I like the Inspire because of it's screen size, and definitly the cost per performance of it, only $430 with tax outright from ATT. IMO I don't see paying $140ish more for a phone with similar performance, on the otherhand I think if the Inspire was $500, that would be too much for the hardware.
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True but the iphone is not clocked at 1ghz. it is the same cpu as ipad but clocled slower from what I have read.
I know this thread is old but I thought this information might be helpful for people who are stuck buying older phones.
I have both the Nexus S i9020A and Inspire 4G at the moment and I have made the following observations.
The Inspire HSPA connection (3mbps) is far better than the Nexus S (1mbps).
SMS fail to go through on the Nexus frequently.
Both phones are running 4.2.2 ROMs. The Inspire is far more responsive probably due to it's memory advantage over the Nexus.
The Inspire screen is larger and easier to type on and read. The colors are also more subtle and easy on the eyes.
The Nexus S screen has deeper colors but the default color profile makes the whites look yellow. Also, the pentile matrix is obvious and hard to look at.
Battery life is much better on the Inspire with 2 days of standby with WIFI, GPS, and HSPA/3G. Nexus S can only go about 12 hours with the same configuration.
The Nexus S is lighter but feels a bit more fragile.
The Nexus S is picky about which USB cables it will work with.
The Inspire camera can take finer quality pictures than the Nexus S camera.
The Nexus S is stuck with 16GB of storage while the Inspire is expanded to 32GB.
FWIW I'm on Straight Talk AT&T SIM
I own both. neither are on a mobile network, NS used to be, call quality was great. However, I literally got the Infuse about 30 minutes ago so I'm doing what I can with it to see how it is. It's pissin me off I can't get system updates bc of no SIM. I think I'm gonna work on something to put my Bionic SIM in it. I'll let you know a fair comparison of the two. so far, both, look awesome, feel awesome, both are snappy. NS4G has TONS of support, I'm about to see what that's like here for the Infuse, thats what I was coming to do when I stumbled across this. I'll post updates.
UPDATE: Already, when playing various games, I notice that the touch response on the Inspire is not nearly as sensitive as the Nexus, that's one reason I love my Nexus, is the intense screen sensitivity and of course, the screen in general. the AMOLED is amazing.
I'm looking for a phone with a really good camera, pretty fast all around(smooth), and get pretty decent battery life. I wouldn't mind getting a spare battery. But days I work I'm away from a charger for 14 hours, so I need it to last more than 10 hours. And days I work I'm not constantly on it, just my 4 10 minute breaks and 30 minute lunch. I've been reading on the Galaxy s3 and it seems to be the best phone coming out right now to verizon. The rezound is also really good and takes pretty good pics. I have a 6 month old son, and I always have my phone and not a camera, so its easier to take videos and pics of him with my phone. That's why I'd like a decent camera. What would ya'll recommend? thanks.
I do agree that the S3 is one of the best devices coming out. currently i am using the samsung infuse on att, and want to upgrade to the gs3 one i am able to. I personally would get the s3 given your two choices. the s3 will be a flagship device and will be supported longer. the s3 also has microSD card expansion so you can hold more videos and photos of your baby
have you considered the droid razr maxx? it has a 3300 mAh battery{non removable unfortunately}, so battey life will be excellent and it has an 8 mp camera. its also rated number 1 on consumer reports for verizon smartphones. im not on verizon but i stay up to date on the top phones. it all depends on which manufacturer you go with.
hope this helps.
Rezound Great Camera
I have the Rezound and I can tell you that it takes the best pictures of any phone i have seen. My brother has the Razr, and my friend the Nexus, and both are beyond impressed with the quality images i get with my phone. I am in the market for a phone for my wife, and the camera is the one thing that might keep me away from the GS3. I understand it has the same camera as the S2, and if that's the case then it will be another Rezound for my wife without hesitation. I don't have a single complaint about the Rezound. Batteries could always be better, but with the leaked ICS my battery life has near doubled. As long as you don't keep screen at full brightness and stream music all day, the battery in the Rezound will last you fine. It's damn near perfect.
samsung galaxy SIII unquestionably
Still Diggin the Rezound.
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samsung galaxy SIII unquestionably
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Obviously it isn't unquestionably, or there wouldn't be a forum. I would like to hear why you think it is such a great phone. What are it's real advantages here in the US.
I like the larger battery in the S3, but with all the issues regarding the Samsung radios (Galaxy Nexus) it makes me hesitate. Also Samsung has not been known for their cameras. Add to that the fact that they used an old-school pentile screen and have a big strange hardware button, it's just doesn't scream greatness.
I'm trying to want the S3, but i keep talking myself out of it. And if they drop the price on the Rezound back to $50 or even $100, why would you pay $200 more for what is basically the same specs?
+ 1 , Rageboardr ...
Your speech is perfect and I totally agree.
They yet haven't invented the "unquestionably" phone...
I think the htc ONE X has also a very good camera !
how about rezond?
a little bit qualifying againts sIII
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how about rezond?
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With the Rezound i know it is a great phone. It is tried and tested. It already has a 1.5 dual core processor. Its HD screen is amazing. It has the best pixel density of any phone that I am aware of currently in production. Stupid GS3 went with a pentile matrix, a step back from the nexus. It has terrific reception, it destroys the Razr and Nexus on road trips. I almost never lost a signal from SC to PA through the mountains. The camera on the Rezound is one of the best i have seen in a phone. Again it takes way better pics than the Razr or Nexus. I am also a big fan of HTC's Sense. They have the best widgets. I have no experience with touchwiz, but i know i don't like Blur. But any launcher can fix that. The Rezound has a nice quality build, and won't slip out of hand. Not slick plastic like the S3.
Lastly the Rezound fits comfortably in the hand. It could loose a little weight around the middle, but it can be easily operated with one hand. I prefer a little girth because I am rather harsh on a phone, and the thinness of the Razr worries me. My friend with the Nexus has a son who just sat on his Razr in his back pocket and crushed it. If i think of any other highlights i will add later.
I'd get the s3,the camera is awesome.
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I'd get the s3,the camera is awesome.
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I understand that it is the same camera that was on the S2. Just has newer software, which can be downloaded via ROM I imagine. The Rezound also has dual LED flash.
Also the GS3 front camera takes a step down from its predecessor. 1.2 vs 2.0
Have you read somewhere that the camera in the S3 is awesome, or are you just assuming.
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Obviously it isn't unquestionably, or there wouldn't be a forum. I would like to hear why you think it is such a great phone. What are it's real advantages here in the US.
I like the larger battery in the S3, but with all the issues regarding the Samsung radios (Galaxy Nexus) it makes me hesitate. Also Samsung has not been known for their cameras. Add to that the fact that they used an old-school pentile screen and have a big strange hardware button, it's just doesn't scream greatness.
I'm trying to want the S3, but i keep talking myself out of it. And if they drop the price on the Rezound back to $50 or even $100, why would you pay $200 more for what is basically the same specs?
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Same specs? no....
Snapdragon S4 Krait with Adreno 225 GPU >>>>>>>>>> S3 with Adreno 220 GPU which currently struggles to push a screen with that resolution consistantly smooth
I much rather have a Super Amoled HD than a SLD that Rezound has (poor contrast imo and viewing angles), if it was SLCD2 like One X id be a different story
sense 4 > touchwiz 5 > sense 3.6 (rezound)
GS3 will have 2GB RAM and will surely get Jellybean which i highly doubt Rezound will get anything beyond ICS.
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edit: BtW, SGS3 has a 1.9mp FFC, not 1.2
I did say basically the same specs, which means not exactly.
I have seen no problem from my S3 processor pushing my screen smoothly. Games like Shadowgun, and Dead Space play without any hiccups. Aside from a "smoother screen," what else does the better processor bring? Are they games or apps that will benifit?
I am sure the S4 is better than the S3, but both are pushing 1.5 ghz, so it sounds like a slight improvement. And with that improvement in processor, they skipped on the SAMOLED+ that was present on the Nexus. So a better processor with a weaker screen. It's a trade off to be sure.
I do wish the screen on the Rezound was brighter in the sun, but that seems like a problem for most phones. Even Samoled, though they say it is better. I still had a hard time with the Nexus in the sun.
The only real substantial advantage i see is the 2G Ram. I don't know what i need that much RAM for, but i'm sure i could find something to do with it.
I would like to see JellyBean on my phone, but I will likely root and ROM after the year warranty runs out, so i don't see that as being much of a deciding factor. It will release with ICS, which i already have.
I am only playing Devils Advocate, because like i said, I do want to want this phone. Thanks for all the input.
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I understand that it is the same camera that was on the S2. Just has newer software, which can be downloaded via ROM I imagine. The Rezound also has dual LED flash.
Also the GS3 front camera takes a step down from its predecessor. 1.2 vs 2.0
Have you read somewhere that the camera in the S3 is awesome, or are you just assuming.
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Check this out
http://m.theinquirer.net/inquirer/review/2181045/samsung-galaxy-s3-camera-hands-review
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That does sound like a fine camera. I am at least pretty sure that I will not be taking a step back from my current camera.
Now lets just hope that they figured out the issues with the radios on the Nexus, and this phone wont have a repeat of the same problems.
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That does sound like a fine camera. I am at least pretty sure that I will not be taking a step back from my current camera.
Now lets just hope that they figured out the issues with the radios on the Nexus, and this phone wont have a repeat of the same problems.
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I don't mind it,seems well built. The pentile screen is just people flaw hunting. 306 ppi HD I doubt you'll see any pixels.Do you walk around with a microscope?
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s3
Undoubtedly s3 all the way..!!!!!
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I did say basically the same specs, which means not exactly.
I have seen no problem from my S3 processor pushing my screen smoothly. Games like Shadowgun, and Dead Space play without any hiccups. Aside from a "smoother screen," what else does the better processor bring? Are they games or apps that will benifit?
I am sure the S4 is better than the S3, but both are pushing 1.5 ghz, so it sounds like a slight improvement. And with that improvement in processor, they skipped on the SAMOLED+ that was present on the Nexus. So a better processor with a weaker screen. It's a trade off to be sure.
I do wish the screen on the Rezound was brighter in the sun, but that seems like a problem for most phones. Even Samoled, though they say it is better. I still had a hard time with the Nexus in the sun.
The only real substantial advantage i see is the 2G Ram. I don't know what i need that much RAM for, but i'm sure i could find something to do with it.
I would like to see JellyBean on my phone, but I will likely root and ROM after the year warranty runs out, so i don't see that as being much of a deciding factor. It will release with ICS, which i already have.
I am only playing Devils Advocate, because like i said, I do want to want this phone. Thanks for all the input.
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Looks to me that you already have your mind made up since what im seeing here is attempts to invalidate or brush off any advantage the SGS3 has over the rezound to convince yourself that the rezound is worth getting.
If you prefer the Rezound then by all means, enjoy it to the fullest
btw: galaxy nexus has samoled hd pentile, same as the sgs3 but .01 inch smaller.
I am not trying to convince myself to buy a Rezound, I am trying to convince myself to buy a Galaxy S3.
I know the Rezound is worth getting since i already have it, and it rocks. No one will be disappointed if they decide to get it. But it is a 6-7 month old phone.
I plan to use my wife's upgrade, and bequeath my Rezound to her, because she really needs a better camera on her phone. I don't want to use her upgrade to get another Rezound because, well, then i don't get a new phone. But i have to use her upgrade before Unlimited data expires, so unless miracles happen and Verizon decides against dumping the unlimited thing, then the GS3 is the only option.
I guess i just expected better arguments from a newer flagship phone. Something defining. Something I couldn't live without, and could say, look how ridiculously awesome this is. But I will buy it and try it, and exchange it if i don't like it.
I appreciate all the input.
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I am not trying to convince myself to buy a Rezound, I am trying to convince myself to buy a Galaxy S3.
I know the Rezound is worth getting since i already have it, and it rocks. No one will be disappointed if they decide to get it. But it is a 6-7 month old phone.
I plan to use my wife's upgrade, and bequeath my Rezound to her, because she really needs a better camera on her phone. I don't want to use her upgrade to get another Rezound because, well, then i don't get a new phone. But i have to use her upgrade before Unlimited data expires, so unless miracles happen and Verizon decides against dumping the unlimited thing, then the GS3 is the only option.
I guess i just expected better arguments from a newer flagship phone. Something defining. Something I couldn't live without, and could say, look how ridiculously awesome this is. But I will buy it and try it, and exchange it if i don't like it.
I appreciate all the input.
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Good luck,I honestly think you'll love it.
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I'm curious what the opinions of those who actually own the One S are of the SGS3 (T-Mobile version).
Would you rather have the SGS3 if you had the choice? One S better?
I'm about to upgrade and I'm torn between waiting for the S3 or just getting the One S today..
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I'm rather curious myself honestly ^^
I'm currently on a vibrant, but I have an upgrade coming in about another week and am
trying to determine what I ought to go with. I look forward to seeing what people's opinions are ^^
Personal preference is stick with one s 4.8inch display is way too big
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I love the one s . But have been having issues with my connection even after the update . Also for me the battery goes quickly.
I also prefer to have a removable battery and ad card. This is my 2nd one s, and when I tried to get my pictures and music from dropbox it wasn't successful.
Do love the build quality and size though. So if you don't mind the 4.8 in s3 definitely get that.
I think ill be getting one myself
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As much as I love the one s I would go with the gs3 I miss an sdcard slot I'm always full on this phone and the screen will be nicer
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One S.
I came from a Vibrant as well. Samsung burnt me a little with the GPS on the Vibrant so I decided to try an HTC this time.
As far as GPS, the One S is rock solid. It has never taken more then about 10 seconds to lock and it stays locked.
I definitely prefer Sense over TouchWiz.
The lack of expandable SD and non-removable battery are not issues for me personally.
And lastly the GS III is just a little big for my tastes. One S is the perfect size for me. The GS III looks nice enough, just not for me this time around.
I'm very happy with my purchase.
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I had a Galaxy Nexus (4.68" display?) so 4.8 shouldn't be bad. I thought the Galaxy Nexus felt AMAZING in hand.
I was looking at specs for the international GS3 and they pretty much matched up with the One S so I was just going to go with the One S but then I realized, duh, the US version is "much better" then the international.
The way I saw it, at least, is the GS3 pretty much has everything comparable to the One S (camera was going to be the selling point for me) but doubles the RAM, slightly larger screen, removable battery and SDcard slot.
If I'm going to pay the same price, on paper the GS3 is a better choice to make.
I got the one s after the one x and screen was awful. U get used after a week but hurts ur eyes if u read articles on ur phone. Then i got the sgsIII and screen is much better than the one s. Also everything else is better. The camera of the one s though is better at taking pics in low light. keep in mind that with the one s u have to deal with bootloader unlock and there is no s off as well. so long story short samsung is much more dev friendly. I forgot to mention that the tmobile sgs4 will have a 2gb ram
S3 : removable battery, sdcard slot, NFC, 720p Screen, 2GB ram,
1S: better design, high quality material
==> I'm using one s now but i'll get the S3 next week. give the 1s for my bro
im new to gsm side of life so today im getting one S free then getting S3 21st and keeping one S or dropping it if tmo has 14day return policy like sprint.
I hesitate to post this. I don't want to bad mouth the One S. It is an unbelievable phone. However I'm having data reception issues. I am definately in a low signal area. Looks like this phone has issues with a low signal. The signal meter just jumps around crazily form no service to two bars.
This is my third in a month. 2nd one got the update and in my opinion it made it worse. and I thought I noticed a slight change in battery life for the worse, but I can't be sure.
I've learned that stressing on the signal meter, speedtest or other things is pointless. It's all about day to day performance. But the internet on the One S is consisitently an issue for me. First page loads fast usually but then long waits or can't find page/signal errors. Again, I have reception issues in my area here in N Texas.
Out of all the problems I had w/ the G2X this wasn't one. Nor on my Sensation or Evo.
But if you have a strong signal.....I can definately recommend this phone.Out and about it seems quicker.
It is the fastest Android I've had. Really fast performance.
Importantly the battery life is exponentially better. I've sold this already to a fellow xda-er. So I've reset it to stock and am using it minimally (mostly so I don't risk dropping it or damaging it before I send it out). I am currently at about 44 hours without charging it. It is at 75% right now! No lie! I've barely used it admittedly. But I could go through literally 3 batteries a day on some of my G2x's.
I am 100% getting the S3, but am not 100% happy about it. I don't like the size, slickness, I've had problems with Samsungs lack of Customer Service,and it looks like there may be a few bugs (to be expected?).
It has many plusses and I'm sure I'll like it but I like the form factor of the One s and I don't think the S3 will have as good a battery life.
But the data issue is a deal breaker for me w/ my bad area.
i have a samsung galaxy sii right now and am deciding whether or not to upgrade to the siii. are there any major, noticeable differences? i don't want to fork over $200 for a slightly larger version of the phone i already have.
is the display brightness similar to that of the sii? one of the main problems i have with the sii is that it is too bright for viewing in the dark, even at minimum brightness.
does it overheat easily? another problem i had with the sii
is the battery life as bad as the sii?
and that's all i have for now
thanks you
cheese2471 said:
i have a samsung galaxy sii right now and am deciding whether or not to upgrade to the siii. are there any major, noticeable differences? i don't want to fork over $200 for a slightly larger version of the phone i already have.
is the display brightness similar to that of the sii? one of the main problems i have with the sii is that it is too bright for viewing in the dark, even at minimum brightness.
does it overheat easily? another problem i had with the sii
is the battery life as bad as the sii?
and that's all i have for now
thanks you
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I just upgraded from an Epic 4G Touch (Sprints SGS2 variant) 2 days ago. I haven't had it long enough to have all the dirt, yet, but I can offer few opinions. The most noticeable differences to me: ugly as sin, slightly faster (in everyday use), slightly better battery life (I was getting very good battery life on my E4GT, and this thing seems to be even better), the buttons are shallow, and having a physical home button is lame. I can't comment on the brightness or overheating. The bootloader is locked, which is something to consider.
In my personal opinion, I wouldn't upgrade. I would have kept my E4GT and been perfectly happy for another year if Sprint's network wasn't complete garbage. The hardware upgrade is marginal and not worth the money, in my personal opinion. I'd wait for the next big thing. Also, if you have any of the cosmetic gripes that I do, upgrading is even less desirable.
Night time brightness is better than the sgs2. I had the Epic 4g touch, the battery life is much better. There are a lot of software features that really set the Sgs3 from the Sgs2 for one I've gotten 5000+ on quadrant with the stock kernel so this phone is very fast. Anymore ?'s ?
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I just upgraded from an Epic 4G Touch (Sprints SGS2 variant) 2 days ago. I haven't had it long enough to have all the dirt, yet, but I can offer few opinions. The most noticeable differences to me: ugly as sin, slightly faster (in everyday use), slightly better battery life (I was getting very good battery life on my E4GT, and this thing seems to be even better), the buttons are shallow, and having a physical home button is lame. I can't comment on the brightness or overheating. The bootloader is locked, which is something to consider.
In my personal opinion, I wouldn't upgrade. I would have kept my E4GT and been perfectly happy for another year if Sprint's network wasn't complete garbage. The hardware upgrade is marginal and not worth the money, in my personal opinion. I'd wait for the next big thing. Also, if you have any of the cosmetic gripes that I do, upgrading is even less desirable.
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I feel like this might have been a little harsh but mostly accurate. I switched mainly because of Sprints ridiculously bad 3g. I loved my Epic 4G touch BUT the Internet was slow, the camera was slow (unless using custom apps) and the screen was dismal in direct sunlight. Versus the S3 I liked the more square design, 4 touch buttons (physical home button is ridiculously difficult to depress, almost impossible to do one handedly, because of size). The S3 is faster and smoother AND it has ICS (though it is widely available with custom ROMS).
I switched to Verizon (sad bootloader situation, but we do have root) and the LTE is rocking my universe! This is the way a smart phone is supposed to work, I should be able to stream pandora anywhere in hd, I should be able to watch netflix and hulu on the go without wifi and I should be able to have decent 3g in rural areas. Verizon has it, Sprint does not. I used to be a grand supporter of the "unlimited" data plans, but what good is it if it's not fast enough to do anything. I have 6gb LTE and pay the same and haven't had a single issue, plus the S3 has great wifi management so I'm connected when it's around without having to put much thought into it.
Anyway, it's all subjective. This is only my opinion and my experience. I do think it is worth $200 invrstment. Or if you don't want to restart your contract I have a new in box pebble blue for Sprint I would sell for $490 flat with a trident case, (long story about getting that).
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Coming from Thunderbolt
cheese2471 said:
i have a samsung galaxy sii right now and am deciding whether or not to upgrade to the siii. are there any major, noticeable differences? i don't want to fork over $200 for a slightly larger version of the phone i already have.
is the display brightness similar to that of the sii? one of the main problems i have with the sii is that it is too bright for viewing in the dark, even at minimum brightness.
does it overheat easily? another problem i had with the sii
is the battery life as bad as the sii?
and that's all i have for now
thanks you
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I will tell you coming from my Thunderbolt
I could not be happier with the phone. Now
happy with big red NO since they locked down
the bootloader. No big deal thou to be expected
from them,
Rooted running custom rom from Synergy 1.7
and loving the S3. I work with someone that sits
next to me and was comparing his S2 to my S3.
The following week he returned to work with the
new S3 and seems very happy.
Cheers,
Azbobs
INC > TB > S3
I think it's worth the upgrade. I came from a T-Mobile gs2. Miss my unlocked bootloader though.
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Well I have a S2, but not the S3 Yet. I will have to say it seem's worth it to me. Mine should be here soon. ( I got it free from verizon to replace a phone that got a bad unfixable update.)
I would just say you should buy a case for this phone, becuase it does not do as well as the S2 in drops.
If all I had to pay was 200 I would have done it from day one. So yep it seem's good to me.
My first Android was a DInc, loved that phone. Waited patiently through all the hype for the Galaxy Nexus, and was disappointed, mostly due to poor reception and poor battery life. So I ended up getting a Rezound. I really like my Rezound, but I'm considering a GSIII for the SAMOLED screen and better developer backing.
How is the reception and battery life on the GSIII? How is the screen? Anyone else coming from a Rezound or another HTC phone?
I mean no offense by this.. But there's a lot of threads already covering this.
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Came from the Rezound myself, which I absolutely loved, except battery life of course. Sold it to buddy needing a smartphone and used another lines upgrade, kept unlimited. The SIII is a great phone in all aspects. The battery is good, mileage may vary as always, but I personally do "moderate" usage and get 14ish hours on average depending on what I do. I wouldn't say the radio is as good as the Rezound, my 4G speeds always seemed a bit slower, but could be because more people are using it, but overall reception for me is stellar. The screen is great, both on battery, in sunlight, and just plain how it looks. You will be happy. But also note the upcoming HTC DLX/DNA coming to Verizon.
the only two phones i can recommend currently is the note2 "coming soon" or the gs3. it really is a great phone, at least for me.
Sounds like the GSIII turned out better than the Nexus. My Nexus was about 10dBm worse in signal compared to my DInc. I was also disappointed the contrast on the display with the Nexus was worse than my DInc. I get about 36 hours average usage from my Rezound, stock battery. If I get a GSIII, it's off contract, so I don't want another dud.
I think the Note II would be too big to use as a phone all the time. I was thinking of setting one up as a media device in my vehicle though.
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Sounds like the GSIII turned out better than the Nexus. My Nexus was about 10dBm worse in signal compared to my DInc. I was also disappointed the contrast on the display with the Nexus was worse than my DInc. I get about 36 hours average usage from my Rezound, stock battery. If I get a GSIII, it's off contract, so I don't want another dud.
I think the Note II would be too big to use as a phone all the time. I was thinking of setting one up as a media device in my vehicle though.
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Hope this helps... but samsung has not fixed their cdma radios. Where i am at my rezound gets 15db better signal. Reception is still a huge concern if ur in an area where nexus had an issue. As much as i love this as a pda it sucks as a phone. Im patiently waiting for HTC DNA
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HTC DNA. Wait for it.
From what I can find on the DNA, it looks nice.
I like Samsung, all of my TVs/Monitors are from them. But in the phone market, I feel HTC does a better job. There's a lot of great devs working with the Rezound, but the phone has been out for a year, and there still isn't an official CM9 yet.
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I mean no offense by this.. But there's a lot of threads already covering this.
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I was about to say the exact same thing.....its troubling people don't do their own research or at least look up previous threads.
If you had an issue with reception on the Nexus, you'll probably run into the same with the S3, must be a fringe thing ..probably your area because where I'm at I don't have any issues at all with signal on either of mine, LTE I consistently see 85dbm or lower and data is solid. Have had my Nexus since launch (Dec) and the S3 since August.
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I was about to say the exact same thing.....its troubling people don't do their own research or at least look up previous threads.
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I was researching other things and feeling lazy...
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If you had an issue with reception on the Nexus, you'll probably run into the same with the S3, must be a fringe thing ..probably your area because where I'm at I don't have any issues at all with signal on either of mine, LTE I consistently see 85dbm or lower and data is solid. Have had my Nexus since launch (Dec) and the S3 since August.
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At home service was alright. I used to get about -85dBm on the Nexus. At work, signal is worse. The Nexus would show about -105dBm where as both of my HTC phones show -93dBm average. If the radio is the same for the GSIII, that could be the deal breaker.
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At home service was alright. I used to get about -85dBm on the Nexus. At work, signal is worse. The Nexus would show about -105dBm where as both of my HTC phones show -93dBm average. If the radio is the same for the GSIII, that could be the deal breaker.
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See my htc shows 85 to 93 at home where s3 shows 110 frequently.
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vdChild said:
See my htc shows 85 to 93 at home where s3 shows 110 frequently.
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110? That's almost no service...
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110? That's almost no service...
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Tell me about it...
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There is nothing "sensible" about HTC...stick with Samsung!
The S3 radio is indeed pretty bad in my experience. Currently in my apartment with -106dBm. Just had -114. It's great. It's fine on campus, but in some places here in Gainesville, FL.. . The rest of the phone is good though.
I have a Rezound and got the GS3 a month or so ago because of issues with battery life. The radios in the Samsung are indeed worse than the HTC. On the way to pick up the Samsung, I used my Rezound for navigation and streaming radio over 4G/3G with the TuneIn app. It didn't miss a beat the whole way (about an hour's trip from a 4G area to a 3G area). On the way home, the GS3 wouldn't get a GPS lock for a considerable amount of time ("Searching for GPS..." message on screen) and my streaming radio cut out three or four times.
I love almost everything about the S3, but the radios are undoubtedly weaker. I am fortunate to live in an area that this doesn't affect me very often, so it's not really an issue. If you do live in such an area, it might be something to consider.
I also just got an S3, and came from a Rezound with the extended battery. I loved the rezound, but after 8 replacements and each one with a serious problem, I got fed up and bought an S3. So far, I love it. I'm using the standard battery and I find it acceptable. It's alot faster, thinner, and reception has not been an issue yet.
I came from a Thunderbolt, and had a brief stint with the Nexus. The radios are DEFINITELY better in the GS3. Are they as good as the Rezound? Maybe not...but they aren't such a far cry as the Nexus was.