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is the Sensation the best device(in the US)?

Just wonder I mean theoretically is the HTC Sensation the BEST device around right now? and I know I own one and I'm sure others will comment on this. Just wondering though. Is it the phone to beat?

xamadeix said:
Just wonder I mean theoretically is the HTC Sensation the BEST device around right now? and I know I own one and I'm sure others will comment on this. Just wondering though. Is it the phone to beat?
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That's a tough question to ask as everyone's tied to a carrier in the U.S. Someone on Sprint could get almost the same experience with the E3D. The Holiday's coming to AT&T later this year. So being "best" is all relative unless people are willing to switch carriers just to get the Sensation. Maybe a better question would be "is it the best phone on T-Mobile U.S.?" That should get you some spirited debate.

EVO 3D has got larger RAM..GS2 has got the highest score..But i also bought S4G..

jerrylzy said:
EVO 3D has got larger RAM..GS2 has got the highest score..But i bought also S4G..
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Evo3D is pretty much the same device with alittle extra ram, GS2 has the highest score yes. but its running at 480x800.. Touchwiz is less of a hog than Sense 3.0 also.

jerrylzy said:
EVO 3D has got larger RAM..GS2 has got the highest score..But i bought also S4G..
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GSII's not out in the US. At the moment, the Sensation is arguably the best device out in the US. The Evo has more RAM, but it also lacks some features the Sensation has.
Sent from my HTC Sensation

aNYthing24 said:
GSII's not out in the US. At the moment, the Sensation is arguably the best device out in the US. The Evo has more RAM, but it also lacks some features the Sensation has.
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Such as?
I actually vote for the Evo 3D. It lagged a lot less for me, and the screen looked a LOT nicer. Not to mention the 3D features which honestly, even though I was skeptical, are pretty damn cool.
Alas, I had to drop Sprint just as soon as I tried it, because T-Mobile service is WAY better than Sprint around here. I love the Sensation, but I think I was happier with the Evo.

binarybulge said:
Such as?
I actually vote for the Evo 3D. It lagged a lot less for me, and the screen looked a LOT nicer. Not to mention the 3D features which honestly, even though I was skeptical, are pretty damn cool.
Alas, I had to drop Sprint just as soon as I tried it, because T-Mobile service is WAY better than Sprint around here. I love the Sensation, but I think I was happier with the Evo.
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Well here's the differences between both. I've said it many times, it's up everyone to decide which is more important.
Sensation
1080p video recording
8 MP camera (megapixels don't really matter, but it is a better camera regardless)
Aluminum unibody
Thinner
World phone (small one)
EVO 3D
More RAM
Better FFC (1.3 MP as opposed to VGA on Sensation)
3D (could be a plus for some, minus for others)

To be 100% honest and unbiased The Evo 3D and The Sensation 4G are tied since they are same device Evo 3D has more ram but ****ty cameras The sensation 4G has much better camera 1 8mp versus 2 5mp
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xamadeix said:
Evo3D is pretty much the same device with alittle extra ram, GS2 has the highest score yes. but its running at 480x800.. Touchwiz is less of a hog than Sense 3.0 also.
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People keep using that resolution argument, but it seems that the mytouch 4g slide and sensation get the same scores despite the resolution disparity, so I I'm inclined to believe that res has less to do with the scores than what is believed
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aNYthing24 said:
GSII's not out in the US. At the moment, the Sensation is arguably the best device out in the US. The Evo has more RAM, but it also lacks some features the Sensation has.
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Like what? Sensation has a better camera but we got more RAM and the biggest feature to have 3D. And since they are running the exact same ROM the only thing you can do that we can't is wifi calling and I'm sure if I put my mind to it I could get a work around for the other devices. So what other features?
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Jaywan said:
Like what? Sensation has a better camera but we got more RAM and the biggest feature to have 3D. And since they are running the exact same ROM the only thing you can do that we can't is wifi calling and I'm sure if I put my mind to it I could get a work around for the other devices. So what other features?
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Listed it above. I don't know if 3D is a "big" feature, though. It's more of a gimmick than anything IMO.
Let me clarify something now: I never once said the Sensation was hands down the best phone out right now. I said it was arguably the best and it has some features the EVO 3D doesn't, which is true. But the EVO 3D also has features the Sensation doesn't have. And I'll restate this again: it's up to the buyer to decide which features are more important to them.

Jaywan said:
Like what? Sensation has a better camera but we got more RAM and the biggest feature to have 3D. And since they are running the exact same ROM the only thing you can do that we can't is wifi calling and I'm sure if I put my mind to it I could get a work around for the other devices. So what other features?
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The Sensation has better a better camera, better build materials, WiFi calling will not work with any other carrier in the US, faster 3G/4G data speeds, NO 3D.. the Sensation 4G is just better with no gimmicks. The Evo 3D is different with more draw backs.

Like what? Sensation has a better camera but we got more RAM and the biggest feature to have 3D. And since they are running the exact same ROM the only thing you can do that we can't is wifi calling and I'm sure if I put my mind to it I could get a work around for the other devices. So what other features?
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The Sensation has better a better camera, better build materials, WiFi calling will not work with any other carrier in the US, faster 3G/4G data speeds, NO 3D.. the Sensation 4G is just better with no gimmicks. The Evo 3D is different with more draw backs.
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I been developing far to long to not know my abilities. Like i said I can make WiFi calling work for Sprint and at&t now verizon I might not be able to do. But it is possible. Hey let's say we put up a little wager on it? Side note 3D is way more this a gimmick ask any one with the device and better build materials? You serously did not just say that. But I'm a good Dev and I'm not here to use knowledge to embarrass you. Though you beat me to it.
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Jaywan said:
I been developing far to long to not know my abilities. Like i said I can make WiFi calling work for Sprint and at&t now verizon I might not be able to do. But it is possible. Hey let's say we put up a little wager on it?
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I'd bet you but when you lose you I know you won't pay up.
You can't get Kineto WiFi calling to work with any other US carrier.

heygrl said:
I'd bet you but when you lose you I know you won't pay up.
You can't get Kineto WiFi calling to work with any other US carrier.
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Look on the mt4g thread and ask about me then chew b4 you swallow your words. P.s. never heard of kineto. I'm talking about the apk that's the phone comes with.
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As far as the Wifi Calling it would be a challenge but it's possible. 3D is cool but a gimmick. The Evo does have a nice build but the Sensation has it beat. The capacitive buttons on the Evo are so ****ing ugly and the phone just doesn't feel as nice in the hand. Still would prefer the Evo3D to just about any device. You're splitting hairs. HTC just knows how to make a sexy phone.

Jaywan said:
Look on the mt4g thread and ask about me then chew b4 you swallow your words. P.s. never heard of kineto. I'm talking about the apk that's the phone comes with.
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That IS Kineto, the apk is powered by Kineto WiFi calling for T-Mobile.
Sent from either my N1, NS, or Sensation 4G

Dude...shut the **** up!!!
The OP clearly asked if the Sensation is the best device currently available in the US. And you have clearly attempted to hijack and troll this thread, by waving around your supposed prowess as a "developer." I (and possibly many others) don't give a **** if you can get Wifi calling to work on the Evo 3D, as that does not answer the OP's question.
Now back to the question at hand. In my opinion the Sensation is the best phone available at the moment. However, if I was locked into Sprint I would consider owning the Evo 3D.

ITs not just about the features, it's also the buod quality of the sensation is second to none of any smartphone right now. Also tmobile 4g is pretty good, wifi calling, I heard that sprint 3G suck so bad it's not even funny. Some people may say we can just compare the phones and specs, but a phone as also as good as his network. For example i was thinking of buying an unlocked galaxy s 2 from amazon but what is the point if I only get an edge signal? Na mean?

SpeakEZ said:
Dude...shut the **** up!!!
The OP clearly asked if the Sensation is the best device currently available in the US. And you have clearly attempted to hijack and troll this thread, by waving around your supposed prowess as a "developer." I (and possibly many others) don't give a **** if you can get Wifi calling to work on the Evo 3D, as that does not answer the OP's question.
Now back to the question at hand. In my opinion the Sensation is the best phone available at the moment. However, if I was locked into Sprint I would consider owning the Evo 3D.
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Hum what a real internet gangsta... Ok OG... What ever you say killa... #clown
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help exchanging phones w/ T-Mobile

Hello,
I got the HTC One S the day it came out. It has been 2 months.
I upgraded from a G2... my main reason for upgrading was the front facing camera for video calls.
I don't know if it is HTC, or Skype, but video calling is laggy, choppy, and basically unusable.
My brother has a SGS II, my fiance has an iPad2 and I can't video chat with either of them. It is terrible.
Do you think I'd have any luck exchanging this phone for the new SGS III?
Do you guys have any tips for me when I call T-Mobile?
Being on a custom ROM doesn't help either... in fact the ROMs for this device have screwed up audio, radio issues, and multi-touch issues making games unplayable. None of that will help make my case though so I probably won't mention it. The main point is that video chat doesn't work on a $600 phone with dual cameras.

I haven't really video chat on an Android device since last year so I can't tell you any experience but tmobile might not changed it cause of that, best thing you can do is seek the phone and you put in the rest of the money :/
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I went from a g2x to the One S only 9 months into contract. The phone you are trying to exchange usually has to have manufacture defects across the board admitted by both tmobile and in this case HTC. Unfortunately the One S does not fall into this category, yet. Another avenue is warranting the phone three times or more, this might prompt customer service to issue a different handset, which you still might not get the s3.
Good luck
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FunkyELF said:
Hello,
I got the HTC One S the day it came out. It has been 2 months.
I upgraded from a G2... my main reason for upgrading was the front facing camera for video calls.
I don't know if it is HTC, or Skype, but video calling is laggy, choppy, and basically unusable.
My brother has a SGS II, my fiance has an iPad2 and I can't video chat with either of them. It is terrible.
Do you think I'd have any luck exchanging this phone for the new SGS III?
Do you guys have any tips for me when I call T-Mobile?
Being on a custom ROM doesn't help either... in fact the ROMs for this device have screwed up audio, radio issues, and multi-touch issues making games unplayable. None of that will help make my case though so I probably won't mention it. The main point is that video chat doesn't work on a $600 phone with dual cameras.
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Skype isn't supported on One S yet. Try an app called Tango on google play market...it is cross platform....android/apple
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They are probably just going to swap the OneS for another OneS... The problem is that you just might end up with a OneS with an S3 depending upon where you live and thus just downgraded yourself.

TPA_Droid said:
They are probably just going to swap the OneS for another OneS... The problem is that you just might end up with a OneS with an S3 depending upon where you live and thus just downgraded yourself.
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The OP is on T-Mobile, T-Mobile does NOT carry the Vile C aka One S-C aka One S w/ Snapdragon S3 processor.

choyt2011 said:
Skype isn't supported on One S yet. Try an app called Tango on google play market...it is cross platform....android/apple
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Off course it is supported. I did skype call today with video. Laggy but is
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robdevil said:
Off course it is supported. I did skype call today with video. Laggy but is
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Incorrect. Skype does not support video calling for the One S yet.
See for yourself: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skype.raider
(Look at list of certified devices)
Just because it somewhat works doesn't mean it's supported

Lol the HTC One is not on the lost but Nexus One is. N1 has no FFC.

[Q][OPINION] One S for Galaxy Nexus

I thought I would get some feedback from fellow One S users: I just saw how frickin' awesome Jelly Bean is going to be, and have come across an opportunity to trade my One S for a GNex (which has already begun receiving the JB update). Given how long it takes for HTC to roll out ANYTHING, should I make that jump? I know there are a few trade offs, namely an inferior camera on the GNex. But JB looks so sweet, and I am a HUGE fan of vanilla Android. What do others think?
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vanilla=nexus
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One S > GNex...
Don't let the software fool you
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glacierguy said:
One S > GNex...
Don't let the software fool you
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So true just wait one x already has ported jb matter of time before its ported by developers to one s
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glacierguy said:
One S > GNex...
Don't let the software fool you
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I know the One S has better specs, but who knows how long we will be waiting for JB. I guess my main gripe with the One S is how we're stuck with Sense. I tolerate it, but I vastly prefer vanilla Android and AOSP. I know some AOSP builds have made progress but still have problems with no real solutions in sight yet, like camera and connectivity issues.
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I was thinking about the same thing too but i'm just gonna keep the One S.
weeks from now we'll get it ported and our device will be SWEET!
Hopefully within 6 months HTC will give us an OTA update also.
Nexus has the better screen+NFC+JB but our One S is superior in design, power, camera, & sound.

adulel08 said:
I was thinking about the same thing too but i'm just gonna keep the One S.
weeks from now we'll get it ported and our device will be SWEET!
Hopefully within 6 months HTC will give us an OTA update also.
Nexus has the better screen+NFC+JB but our One S is superior in design, power, camera, & sound.
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I hope it's just weeks. The One X port gives me hope that JB is on the way. 6 months just seems so long when it's already out now. And if it's a Sense update that HTC rolls out...ehh.
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Lol ics is still pretty new, and cm9 is stable... just saying. Enjoy it. JB isn't much different anyway. Nothing like GB to ICS
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I was thinking the same thing, and then I decided to wait until Nexus 7 is available in my country.
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I'm in the same kind of boat. but it seems the nexus has held its price very well! selling the one s in UK second hand, you would probably only see about £200-£240

Hopefully you are getting cash on top seeing as how a new GNex is only $350.
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lcambriz said:
I know the One S has better specs, but who knows how long we will be waiting for JB. I guess my main gripe with the One S is how we're stuck with Sense. I tolerate it, but I vastly prefer vanilla Android and AOSP. I know some AOSP builds have made progress but still have problems with no real solutions in sight yet, like camera and connectivity issues.
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I do not know which rom you have tried but I am on CM9 alpha 12 and most everything works including camera. Its my daily driver and with no over clock have scored 5300 on quadrant plus have almost 400 mb of ram.
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TJBunch1228 said:
Hopefully you are getting cash on top seeing as how a new GNex is only $350.
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:] You got a One S?

LikeaG2root said:
I do not know which rom you have tried but I am on CM9 alpha 12 and most everything works including camera. Its my daily driver and with no over clock have scored 5300 on quadrant plus have almost 400 mb of ram.
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Things are working to a degree but CM9 is still far from my daily driver standards. I check that thread all the time and keep seeing issues pop up, particularly with picture/video recorder quality, which is a deal breaker for me.
And I would be getting money on top for the GNex, if this guy ever gets back to me. I wouldn't even really need much back to even out what I spent since I talked the T-Mo reps down to $100 for my One S when I got it.
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HTC is not TOO bad when it comes to releasing software updates. It certainly is not the worst, *cough* Samsung. Once Google officially releases the source of Jellybean, HTC will begin updating Sense to 4.1. It's safe to say that we would not receive and update until at least 1-2 months after the release; possibly more, depending on HTC's developers. One thing I am skeptical about is waiting to T-Mobile to release their version of HTC Sense with T-Mobile apps and bloatware. If anyone is on stock T-Mobile waiting for an update, this is one thing to consider. I am sure this will not take long as all T-Mobile has to do is add its apps and bloat ****, then release it.
Regarding the difference between the GN and HOS handsets, our device is much better; at least, in my opinion. We have a MUCH better build quality (metal, sleek). We also have better specs, albeit, no sdcard slot. Just because a device gets and update first does not mean it is the best. The GN has it first because it is still the flagship stock Android device as it is a Nexus device. If our HOS was on stock ICS with no Sense, we would get the update at the same time as well, most likely. In sum, we just have to wait a bit longer
EDIT: benchmark scores do not mean ****.

Closed Source Project said:
HTC is not TOO bad when it comes to releasing software updates. It certainly is not the worst, *cough* Samsung.
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Agreed
Closed Source Project said:
One thing I am skeptical about is waiting to T-Mobile to release their version of HTC Sense with T-Mobile apps and bloatware.
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Since t-mo HOS is identical to its international counterpart, we will be able to install the official update almost as soon as it comes out. (and the devs get their hands on it :fingers-crossed
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We also have better specs, albeit, no sdcard slot.
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GNex doesn't have an sdcard slot.
Closed Source Project said:
EDIT: benchmark scores do not mean ****.
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yes they do!

villainhalf said:
:] You got a One S?
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Haha yes, since fwdkiller pulled a **** move and wasted my time I found a seller who wanted to trade a mint One S + a Benjamin for my Note. Screen feels tiny but I like how smooth it runs with the krait chip.
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TJBunch1228 said:
Haha yes, since fwdkiller pulled a **** move and wasted my time I found a seller who wanted to trade a mint One S + a Benjamin for my Note. Screen feels tiny but I like how smooth it runs with the krait chip.
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Dude, you made out like a thief at an art gallery. You probably could get 420 for the phone [from my offers] and getting a hundred. You got more than most people would get for a note. Congratulations.

lcambriz said:
I thought I would get some feedback from fellow One S users: I just saw how frickin' awesome Jelly Bean is going to be, and have come across an opportunity to trade my One S for a GNex (which has already begun receiving the JB update). Given how long it takes for HTC to roll out ANYTHING, should I make that jump? I know there are a few trade offs, namely an inferior camera on the GNex. But JB looks so sweet, and I am a HUGE fan of vanilla Android. What do others think?
Sent from my HTC One S.
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I hope that you haven't made this premature nd stupid move till now, and if you did than you sure be regretting it.
We already have a almost everthything working JB CM10 (there's ur vanilla jellybean experience) and also HTC has officially announced that One S will get JB update soon and have already started working on it.
We would definately get official JB within 2 months max and that as good as it gets.

dev997 said:
I hope that you haven't made this premature nd stupid move till now, and if you did than you sure be regretting it.
We already have a almost everthything working JB CM10 (there's ur vanilla jellybean experience) and also HTC has officially announced that One S will get JB update soon and have already started working on it.
We would definately get official JB within 2 months max and that as good as it gets.
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The choice was taken out of my hands:
Boss: "Hey what's this Android phone I hearing you guys debate about all the time?" (My boss is a bit of a technologically challeneged guy; he still uses Blackberry and had me set it up for him when he got it)
Me: (insert my explanation of Android, Jelly Bean, and the iOS v. Android argument here)
Boss: "Wow that sounds pretty awesome. What phone comes with that new Jelly Bean thing?"
Me: "It's going to start rolling out to the newer Android phones over the next few months, but the Samsung Galaxy Nexus has it now."
Boss: "Great! Order me one and set it up, would you? And grab one for yourself while you're at it."
(Tosses me his credit card)
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I miss you!

I miss you guys, I upgrade to the Amaze when it came out. its a good phone but the sensation is more dev friendly. Im trying to sale my amaze to get a sensation. And I see a lot of new stuff out for this phone. that makes me jealous. hopefully I'll be back in no time!

gypsy214 said:
I miss you guys, I upgrade to the Amaze when it came out. its a good phone but the sensation is more dev friendly. Im trying to sale my amaze to get a sensation. And I see a lot of new stuff out for this phone. that makes me jealous. hopefully I'll be back in no time!
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I just sold my amaze to get a sensation they have the worst dev ever aha
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Saw it coming. Single Sensation-like phone that launches on the smallest nationwide carrier in one country is bound to be kinda empty development-wise.
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i almost bought the Amaze when it first came out, thank god i didn't, very happy with the sensation.

sshede said:
Saw it coming. Single Sensation-like phone that launches on the smallest nationwide carrier in one country is bound to be kinda empty development-wise.
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Well not necessarily. Look at the myTouch 4G. That phone got a ton of development, and they're far ahead of others when new OSes come out. They already got a 90% working Jellybean, Sense 4, 4A, fully working ICS, supports Gingerbread and froyo and even a Honeycomb sdk ROM which runs pretty well. They stop at nothing. I bet that phone will be the next HD2.

sshede said:
Saw it coming. Single Sensation-like phone that launches on the smallest nationwide carrier in one country is bound to be kinda empty development-wise.
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The problem about the Amaze is not the developers its HTC the build that phone different than others like the wifi drivers that htc dont want to release it to developers
and in that case its hard to make a kernel to work on to make other roms that are not based on stock amaze roms,
to have another version of sense or even have vanilla ics its hard without these drivers. GSM WORKS WITH HACK, NO WIFI, NO DATA, ETC though the roms runs smooth and great. even CM TEAM backed off of it trying to make cm9 and the only problem was that no data, no gsm
do some reading

gypsy214 said:
The problem about the Amaze is not the developers its HTC the build that phone different than others like the wifi drivers that htc dont want to release it to developers
and in that case its hard to make a kernel to work on to make other roms that are not based on stock amaze roms,
to have another version of sense or even have vanilla ics its hard without these drivers. GSM WORKS WITH HACK, NO WIFI, NO DATA, ETC though the roms runs smooth and great. even CM TEAM backed off of it trying to make cm9 and the only problem was that no data, no gsm
do some reading
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While that may be true, HTC is likely going to be more willing to release kernel sources for a more commercially available phone than they will for a phone with just one carrier. More available phone > more development > more people *****ing > yada yada.
Even if they did, development would still be small because not as many people can own an Amaze. Again, one carrier in one country. Others wouldn't be willing to deal with an unlocked one on EDGE, just how people are.

Almost got it, love my Sensation!!!! (Until i get sick of it)
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I'm already sick of my sensation and wish we had the Mytouch 4g Slide in the uk

I can't say im sick of this phone but i can't wait to use my upgrade !
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sshede said:
While that may be true, HTC is likely going to be more willing to release kernel sources for a more commercially available phone than they will for a phone with just one carrier. More available phone > more development > more people *****ing > yada yada.
Even if they did, development would still be small because not as many people can own an Amaze. Again, one carrier in one country. Others wouldn't be willing to deal with an unlocked one on EDGE, just how people are.
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That's not point. They're REQUIRED to release the sources as per the open source licensing rules. Sadly, they won't freaking do it. Even HP did it, and HP doesn't sell an official Android tablet.

GazaIan said:
That's not point. They're REQUIRED to release the sources as per the open source licensing rules. Sadly, they won't freaking do it. Even HP did it, and HP doesn't sell an official Android tablet.
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That is true, just as the samsung galaxy s2 variety where each carrier have their own version.
well anyways I sold my Amaze and got the Sensation again!!! just finished rooting it, s-off it, and super cid. now waiting on viper s rom to download
and still looking around to see what catch my eye

Want to change phone. Which one to choose?

Hello,
How are you?
I've opened this thread because I am wanting to buy a new phone, but don't know which one to go for.
For some background.
I had an HTC sensation. Kept it stock and liked the phone and sense UI. At the time I also had an HTC flyer.
I wasn't really using the tablet because it wasn't as convenient to take around with me as the phone.
The tablet spent most of the time powered off at home.
So, I decided to sell the flyer and the sensation and bought a galaxy note.
I wanted a device to combine both tablet usability and phone portability.
For a time I really enjoyed the note, but now, the size is getting the better of me.
I would like better usability with one hand and not being afraid to always drop the phone while handling it on the go.
I also got tired of carrying a digital camera with me and find myself taking more pictures with my note, so a camera upgrade in IQ from my note would also be very welcome.
I also use my phone as a music player, so sound quality is also important.
I don't use many apps nor have many apps installed.
I use gmail a lot, browse the web, the occasional Facebook update and tapatalk.
Also Google maps and navigation.
So, with all this in mind, what do you think would be the right device to go for and why?
Hope you can help me out. There are lots and lots of devices out there and I really don't know all of them strenghts and weaknesses.
Thank you.
Cheers
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I am surprised that the Galaxy Note's camera disappointed you. If you like Sense, you can consider going in for the HTC One X. It has an 8-MP camera. You can try out the Samsung Galaxy S3 if you liked the TouchWiz interface on your Note. Both these mobiles have large-enough displays to conveniently do your work & play apps. However, they are much portable compared to the Note. The HTC One X has Beats Audio, whcih might meet your music requirements.

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I am surprised that the Galaxy Note's camera disappointed you. If you like Sense, you can consider going in for the HTC One X. It has an 8-MP camera. You can try out the Samsung Galaxy S3 if you liked the TouchWiz interface on your Note. Both these mobiles have large-enough displays to conveniently do your work & play apps. However, they are much portable compared to the Note. The HTC One X has Beats Audio, whcih might meet your music requirements.
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Hello,
Thank you for your reply.
I am not disappointed by the note's camera. I find it very good.
The thing is that I came from DSLRs then because of the bulk and weight went to a micro four thirds setup and am kind of spoiled by the IQ of such systems.
I know that a phone camera is always a compromise, but since going for a new phone, if there is one with a better camera, it would be a plus.
I liked the sense UI. I can say I liked it best than touchwiz. TW is OK, but currently I am running CM on my note and like the vanilla android experience better.
Cheers
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First pick the carrier, then pick the phones/tablets you might be interested in. Then check with the "Find your Device" box on the top of the page and look at the forum activity level and make sure there is good dev support.
I have a Sensation which I love, but I have TMobile which I do not love. Fortunately the Sensation has excellent dev support, so 2 out of 3 isn't bad.

I would say the s3 has a nice big hd screen yet will fit in one hand and a pocket very easily.
Also has a very nice camera.
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HTC One X+ maybe

I would say go with an S3.
The optics on the camera are great.
The design is 'new'
It has powerful hardware.
It will receive lots of support on xda because many own it.
It will receive many updates to come.

mf2112 said:
First pick the carrier, then pick the phones/tablets you might be interested in. Then check with the "Find your Device" box on the top of the page and look at the forum activity level and make sure there is good dev support.
I have a Sensation which I love, but I have TMobile which I do not love. Fortunately the Sensation has excellent dev support, so 2 out of 3 isn't bad.
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Hello.
Here in Portugal it's different.
We also have carriers, but I prefer to buy my phones unlocked and carrier free. It is not a big price difference and the resale value is higher.
So, I am not limited by carriers.
Cheers
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So far the HTC one X and galaxy S3 are the suggestions.
I have a few concerns about both...
Namely, they are not that smaller than the note, at least as far as screen size. Is the overall size that much different to affect overall handling and usability?
Also, from what I read around the web, the One X seems good on paper in regard to camera with it's f2.0 lens and image sense chip, but then the results seems over processed and compressed with not so great IQ.
The S3 camera seems like it is not a big upgrade from the note camera.
In regard to audio, the HTC has Beats. Is it's audio quality ahead of the S3?
The One X and S3 seem lime the two greatest android contenders. Any other suggestions besides those two?
Thank you all for your help.
Cheers
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Xperia S has a good camera (one of the best on the market now) and awesome sound quality (even more if you install the mod we have which integrate DBS, SRS, ClearBass and xLoud). The screen is far the best on the market right now (colors aren't too bright and washed), except for the vision angles which aren't so good.

gdourado said:
Hello.
Here in Portugal it's different.
We also have carriers, but I prefer to buy my phones unlocked and carrier free. It is not a big price difference and the resale value is higher.
So, I am not limited by carriers.
Cheers
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That is definitely a great option, but I also mean it from the perspective of monthly carrier pricing, coverage, customer support, etc... Are all carriers roughly equal, or do some provide better coverage? Do you go on a monthly or prepaid system, or are you in a contract for a longer time?

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Xperia S has a good camera (one of the best on the market now) and awesome sound quality (even more if you install the mod we have which integrate DBS, SRS, ClearBass and xLoud). The screen is far the best on the market right now (colors aren't too bright and washed), except for the vision angles which aren't so good.
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I thought about the xperia s.
It is far cheaper than the one x or S3. Actually here it is almost half the price of the S3.
I'll think about it. But it seems Sony will launch some new models soon...
Is the camera noticeable better?
Cheers
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mf2112 said:
That is definitely a great option, but I also mean it from the perspective of monthly carrier pricing, coverage, customer support, etc... Are all carriers roughly equal, or do some provide better coverage? Do you go on a monthly or prepaid system, or are you in a contract for a longer time?
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We have three carriers here. Vodafone is the only international carrier. Than we have TMN and Optimus, two Portuguese carriers.
We also have monthly plans and contracts, but for my usage I have a plan with no contract. I have data and voice and pay less than 10 euros a month.
Cheers
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gdourado said:
I thought about the xperia s.
It is far cheaper than the one x or S3. Actually here it is almost half the price of the S3.
I'll think about it. But it seems Sony will launch some new models soon...
Is the camera noticeable better?
Cheers
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Noticeable (not so much difference, but better) It is kinda noisy on low light situations, but that may be due the software.
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you shoud take galaxy nexus
best phone & first update

HTC one x rooted best phone ever
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I'd go for the one x or S3.

Galaxy SIII All the way.

HTC one X
Yeah the HTC one X is a good option

I would say go with an S3.
I'm thinking about picking myself up an S3 as I've tested it in store and I fell in love with it. right now will have to wait a lil for funds due 2 baby on the way.