Want to get a new phone soon but don't know what to get in regards of long term development I've had my infuse since day one and love the way that its not obsolete after 6months any suggestions would be appreciated
Again Im thinking in terms of longevity
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LG OG.
Several of us that were using the Infuse are there.
I personally have gone with the Nexus 4 (Optimus G's brother) not only because i love the look of it but also because of all the developing that's going on with it currently. I can't speak about the OG development but what I've been in terms of development for the N4 is incredible.
What made you chose the 4 over the g
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I'm getting the HTC one most likely... It looks amazing!
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What made you chose the 4 over the g
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Mostly the design. I've had my fun with a brick looking phone (Infuse). You don't really appreciate the curves until you hold it in your hand and get a feel for it. The glass also is curved at the edges like the HTC One and makes swiping feel very nice. The etched back glass looks incredible in the right lighting too. Overall the phone is just simply sexy. The price is absolutely unbeatable and being the first to get updates is really nice too although I'll be going the custom route which this phone as at least 10 different ROMs already.
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In leaning towards the galaxy note 2, man to many choices
Deciding factors for me
1: battery
2:external SD
3:speed
4:tweak ability
5:longevity of development
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In leaving towards the galaxy note 2, man to many choices
Deciding factors for me
1: battery
2:external SD
3:speed
4:tweak ability
5:longevity of development
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N4 has 3, 4 & 5 and with a different kernel you can increase the battery life pretty well though it will never be easily removable.
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I would support the choice of the Nexus 4. Most bang-for-the-buck Android device since ever imo.
If money isn't that much of an issue, I would definitely look to the HTC One for beauty or maybe the SIV since there will almost definitely be a huge following for that phone..
+1 for the GNote....once you use it...you're hooked.
Remember, "Once you go Note...4" is a joke".
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+1 for the GNote....once you use it...you're hooked.
Remember, "Once you go Note...4" is a joke".
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Checked out some reviews on the note and all others mentioned and all it did was make me want them all
The HTC one is sexy but the note is the one I've been eye balling since its introduction
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I'm getting the HTC one most likely... It looks amazing!
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I wouldn't suggest it....HTC is terrible with development. They have crap source...and even had a DMCA takedown on the HTC msn8660 official cyanogenmod source. Not to mention you not only have to unlock the bootloader but also s-off the device if you wanna be able to flash roms away from a computer. HTC one x had a big problem with achieving s-off for a couple months too....
HTC one looks good as do most htcs, but if you want dome aosp deving its def not the device to go for IMHO
Btw, long time no talk guys I'm still trying to decide on my next device as I'm due for an upgrade as well...
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I'm personally leaning towards the SIV... about the same size as the Infuse, except a 5 inch screen+quad core+2gb ram....
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I love my infuse but upgrade time came about two weeks ago and I went for the note2 and its awesome!!!! once you start using it you really appreciate the size of the screen it just makes doing everyday things on the phone easier and more enjoyable. I was also on the fence about waiting for the s4 but I went for the bigger screen and battery
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I wouldn't suggest it....HTC is terrible with development. They have crap source...and even had a DMCA takedown on the HTC msn8660 official cyanogenmod source. Not to mention you not only have to unlock the bootloader but also s-off the device if you wanna be able to flash roms away from a computer. HTC one x had a big problem with achieving s-off for a couple months too....
HTC one looks good as do most htcs, but if you want dome aosp deving its def not the device to go for IMHO
Btw, long time no talk guys I'm still trying to decide on my next device as I'm due for an upgrade as well...
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I'm up for upgrade too and was looking at the HTC phones. I like the solid metal feel, but I guess I should reconsider. What would you recommend especially regarding development friendliness? (Samsung? LG? I know the Nexus is great for that) I'm not opposed to waiting for a while. I am extremely content with the active and awesome development work on here.
Is the large size of the Note 2 inconvenient at all? My beloved Infuse already takes up most of my pocket
I'll likely get a nexus4 or an iPhone. I'm tired of waiting for 3rd parties to support devices when the motivation is to make you buy a new one.
My wife has an atrix 4g, and still on stock 2.3. It's buggy to say the least.
I have a nexus 7, and didn't even feel the need to root it until recently. Stock actually works, and doesn't leave you wanting much more.
Sure, our infuses still work. We can flash firmware beyond 2.3, but the lack of official support means that some things are broken and will never be fixed... HDMI, 720p, etc.
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I'm up for upgrade too and was looking at the HTC phones. I like the solid metal feel, but I guess I should reconsider. What would you recommend especially regarding development friendliness? (Samsung? LG? I know the Nexus is great for that) I'm not opposed to waiting for a while. I am extremely content with the active and awesome development work on here.
Is the large size of the Note 2 inconvenient at all? My beloved Infuse already takes up most of my pocket
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Besides a nexus...Samsung seems to be the best, although I've read good things about Sony as well...
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Went ahead and got the note two Thanks everyone first impression love it
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Went ahead and got the note two Thanks everyone first impression love it
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Been debating getting the N2 for a while.. Just not sure if I want to get it 5 months into its life. But honestly, compared to the GS4, the only thing really better to me at least is the 1080p display which is more of just a number selling point almost. Been out of contract for like 3 months now and getting ready to pull the trigger...
Blackberry Z10 or Q10.
I was playing with the BB Z10 the other day and it looks like they have a winner on their hands.
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The SAMSUNG MOBILE UNPACKED 2011 event will be held on October 18th in HongKong.
The device has a curved display similar to the Nexus S. Download the SAMSUNG MOBILE UNPACKED Application for more details
You see, several sources are now confirming Nexus Prime will most likely run a dual-core 1.5GHz TI OMAP 4460 CPU along with 1280 x 720 Super AMOLED display.
It is likely to have 4.6-inch screen with 320 ppi which looks beastly enough against iPhone 4S’ 3.5-inch 960 x 640 326-ppi retina display.
Have a look at the recent shots of the Nexus Prime
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I would be surprised if Samsung didn't put their Exynos in it.
But either way that design is quite revolutionary for a cell phone. It looks so sick. And knowing it's from Samsung, the quality will br top notch.
Now if only I wasn't a broke ass college student I'd definitely nab one!
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Meh, i'm so sly , i managed to talk my mom into nabbing one for me her and maybe my dad if he wants, for they are blackberry users, but amazed with what I do on my Androids, so I said this is definitely the phone for them, AS LONG as it is on T-Mobile
LOOKING FORWARD TO I'VE CREAM SANDWICH WOOOOOOOOOOOO
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And knowing it's from Samsung, the quality will br top notch.
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lol that alone make some of us pro SmartPhone users laugh. As SamSUX and top notch quality should not even be put in same line much less paragraph. It will be just another typical Nexus based POS that is like always behind the curve as always. Just watch when it comes out it will already be outdated like iPhoney.
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lol that alone make some of us pro SmartPhone users laugh. As SamSUX and top notch quality should not even be put in same line much less paragraph. It will be just another typical Nexus based POS that is like always behind the curve as always. Just watch when it comes out it will already be outdated like iPhoney.
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Sorry Mr. Pro SmartPhone user. Didn't mean to insult your pro smartphone standards there.
It's all about preference man. Preference.
you prefer a phone you havent seen, felt, or used? just saying...
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you prefer a phone you havent seen, felt, or used? just saying...
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Yes. Nexus is always the best to get for me.
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As somebody said in the general thread....Nexus Banana
I have heard nothing but RAVE reviews about Samsung devices, from friends/ Co workers who are on all levels of the "technical pyramid" never an issue... Guess you are all hating cause they are better then HTC at the moment (i'm an HTC lover as well but come on, GORILLA GLASS!!!)
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I have heard nothing but RAVE reviews about Samsung devices, from friends/ Co workers who are on all levels of the "technical pyramid" never an issue... Guess you are all hating cause they are better then HTC at the moment (i'm an HTC lover as well but come on, GORILLA GLASS!!!)
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It's okay man, it's impossible to convince people once they become fanboys of one thing. I love HTC too, probably will always stick to HTC. But I gotta give props to where it's due! That new Nexus is going to be so sick. Especially since it's pure Google, which means you won't have to rely on stupid Samsung for updates.
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CoNsPiRiSiZe said:
I have heard nothing but RAVE reviews about Samsung devices, from friends/ Co workers who are on all levels of the "technical pyramid" never an issue... Guess you are all hating cause they are better then HTC at the moment (i'm an HTC lover as well but come on, GORILLA GLASS!!!)
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All the mytouch phones have gorilla glass........which are HTC
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It's okay man, it's impossible to convince people once they become fanboys of one thing. I love HTC too, probably will always stick to HTC. But I gotta give props to where it's due! That new Nexus is going to be so sick. Especially since it's pure Google, which means you won't have to rely on stupid Samsung for updates.
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Im with you.. I used to jump from HTC to another
HTC Pro -> HTC Hero - > HTC Google N1
and I wanted another HTC but at least in my 3G band frequency (850) the best option in the market was IMO the Galaxy S (at the time I got it) and now the Galaxy S2 which I have. Everything was perfect (except no flash on the S and slowness I didnt know existed until using a dual core cell) but I still missed and currently miss the HTC feel to the cell phones with their designs and metal body at least on the N1.
I cant wait for the Nexus Galaxy or is it Nexus Prime after all? Im gonna go from my S2 to that once the price is right
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Sorry Mr. Pro SmartPhone user. Didn't mean to insult your pro smartphone standards there.
It's all about preference man. Preference.
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Haha this made me laugh.
I wish I did not upgrade to myTouch 4G that fast, and waited
World premiere video of Nexus Prime is here:
http://stiri-telefoane.mobilissimo.ro/samsung/nexus-prime-intr-o-imagine-clara--in-premiera-pe-mobilissimoro_11172.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+mobilissimo-stiri-telefoane+%28Stiri+Telefoane+-+Mobilissimo.ro%29
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World premiere video of Nexus Prime is here:
http://stiri-telefoane.mobilissimo.ro/samsung/nexus-prime-intr-o-imagine-clara--in-premiera-pe-mobilissimoro_11172.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+mobilissimo-stiri-telefoane+%28Stiri+Telefoane+-+Mobilissimo.ro%29
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Thanks aoprea for the info. Now we can confirm the release is 4.0, not 2.4
Anyway looking for the big release day......
Hell ya ICS looks awesome, now I just hope T-mobile gets the phone soon enough!!!
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Hell ya ICS looks awesome, now I just hope T-mobile gets the phone soon enough!!!
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+10000000
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Can't wait for a port of ics haha
Tmobile better have a nexus prime though..
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Can't wait for a port of ics haha
Tmobile better have a nexus prime though..
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Should b all carriers
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I have read some terrible reviews for this and was wondering what others thought about it. I want to upgrade and this phone is pretty cheap in contrast to other phones with the specs it has. I do intend to install a custom from so even if the stock from is terriv
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Its a good phone and it has spell check.
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With a custom rom, yes without it's meh....
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If this phone is terrible on stock rom but runs great with other rooms than it doesn't matter and this would be a wise purchase
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Dooooooo it!!!
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Sorry accidentally hit sent!
If this phone is terrible on stock rom but runs great with other rooms than it doesn't matter and this would be a wise purchase
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Ya, and hopefully its spell check is better then the MT4Gs lol.
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Once i put CM7 on my phone i never looked back....LOVE this phone now! GET IT!!!!
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To sum it up, LG's software is what made this phone crap. But we have great devs who make it one heck of a beast!
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Singh-Miui with faux kernel...buttery smoothness
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I use Hellfire pheonix with Trinity 1500mhz kernal. Its a monster now. Having stock is a bummer for any device. Some hate bulky sense. Some hate the ugly moto blur. Many get bored of touchwiz and that's just ui. Once you free your device it's a matter of hardware and manufacturers willingness to cough up source. LG is stingy with source but that hasn't stopped the devs. We still get good stuff. Thank them! Look at the hardware and decide based on that is my opinion. (If you plan on flashing roms that is)
"I'm just a hat tryin to get ahead"-whozilla.
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I would advise you to keep it simply because you will not get much in return for it. In fact, LG has officially discontinued the G2x and Tmo has sent out an internal message that they will no longer sell or support this phone. In addition, current customers will not be given any refunds. Exchanges for the G2x will ONLY be the My Touch 4g -which LG claims is comparable. I do not see the My Touch 4g being worth it. However, as you will likely hear from others in the forum, with the right ROM (and that means different things to different people), the G2x is still a fantastic phone. Most GB based roms are running very smoothly and there are a few ICS roms running pretty well that are still being tweaked. I'm pretty satisfied with mine since I rooted it.....best of luck to you thought!
There are some better phones, but it's a good phone for it's price. You can't ask too much for a $200 phone, but it works like a $300 or even $400 one
Thanks everyone for replying, I just wanted to make sure it wasn't hardware that made the g2x suck. I agree I do like sense and am currently running a sense rom. I am also debating my touch 4G slide. Both are around the same price.
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If your gonna choose tmobile the g2x is a hell of a good phone, even better when rooted and custom rom'd from xda!
The one gripe i only ever had was it coulda used at least 1gb of ram which would have future proofed it till at least the g4x/ one s came thru, still thats a minor complaint and i still love owning my g2x as a backup phone. Dont think ill ever sell it just cuz it is too beast of a phone to get rid of and my kids also cant get enough of it lol
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It's alright, could be better though. If you're looking for a 100% reliable phone, then this one might not be for you.
I previously had the Nexus S which on paper is inferior to this phone. That being said, this phone in reality is buggy, I have had issues with it on multiple ROMs, the camera pictures are quite poor, and the battery drains quite fast (not overclocked)
The good is the 4G which I enjoy the faster speeds, and even though the camera is disappointing the video makes up for it.
This is my opinion, hope it helps.
I liked the phone so much, I bought a second used for dirt cheap on cowboom.com. This phone is a beast that T-Moble and LG failed to work right. It's dualcore with sufficient memory. It has a Tegra 2 chip making gaming a reality with games like GTAIII and Zen Pinball. It does hdmi out with ease. All this in a sleek body with a decent screen. Any popular GB ROM is a go on this device. The only thing that could make it better is quadcore, 1GB RAM, and Tegra 3. Here's to G4X!
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I previously had the Nexus S which on paper is inferior to this phone. That being said, this phone in reality is buggy, I have had issues with it on multiple ROMs, the camera pictures are quite poor, and the battery drains quite fast (not overclocked)
The good is the 4G which I enjoy the faster speeds, and even though the camera is disappointing the video makes up for it.
This is my opinion, hope it helps.
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could you elaborate on what kind or problems? What kind of battery life do you get?
Turague said:
I previously had the Nexus S which on paper is inferior to this phone. That being said, this phone in reality is buggy, I have had issues with it on multiple ROMs, the camera pictures are quite poor, and the battery drains quite fast (not overclocked)
The good is the 4G which I enjoy the faster speeds, and even though the camera is disappointing the video makes up for it.
This is my opinion, hope it helps.
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Camera sucks on stock sir, due to bad focus options and such. (Cm7) Hellfire Phoenix... touch focus... not too shabby. Here is a quick snap. Its loads better now.
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This phone isn't bad, its pretty fast actually. But if you get this phone, you HAVE to root and install a custom rom, everything stock on the phone is boring.
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Next week I'm ordering a new phone with at&t. Development has been booming here but its time for me to get a bit better phone!! Thank you to all the devs for giving the glacier 9 lives!!! See u in the sg2 forums!!!
EDIT I'm getting the HTC ONE X
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rpomponio said:
Next week I'm ordering a new phone with at&t. Development has been booming here but its time for me to get a bit better phone!! Thank you to all the devs for giving the glacier 9 lives!!! See u in the sg2 forums!!!
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sg2? WEAKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK
im a samsung hater.. even though HTC is moving in the wrong direction with the non-removable battery and lack of sd-card.. ill never switch to samsung again
i used to love samsung for their sleek and sexy designs, until i realized theyre so cheaply made..
HTC = SOLID
Lmao!!! This phone is week!!!!
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Wait, you got rid of the mt4g to go with an sg2? Really? Theres the HTC amaze, HTC one s thats just dropped and the sg3 that's about to drop soon but then again you went for an sg2. Well, I guess...whatever floats your boat.
You should for the One X, since you're going to at&t. A better phone, and will last longer in this dev community I think
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Yea get the One X.
Or even better, wait for the GS3.
I'm assuming you haven't been around the internet for the past few hours...
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I2IEAILiiTY said:
Yea get the One X.
Or even better, wait for the GS3.
I'm assuming you haven't been around the internet for the past few hours...
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the Sammy gs3 is pretty darn good. Too bad its made of plastic and has pentile (but I read that with its screen size and stuff, pentile is hardly noticeable). Touchwiz is far more better than the sgsII's one. It would be a waste going for the sgsII when the sgs3 is around the corner (June for America, Samsung said)
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Thanks everyone, think I will get a one now, lol
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Have you seen this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1633789
ronin178 said:
Have you seen this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1633789
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This has got me all messed up now.... Damn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Have you seen this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1633789
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it has been decided: i am never going back to AT&T again...
Soon of a *****!!! , idk what I'm gonna do now....
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Soon of a *****!!! , idk what I'm gonna do now....
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Stay where you are right now lol. Until there's a phone that can be hacked and fully unlocked or whatever. Galaxy nexus is an option
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Read this...
http://www.androidcentral.com/att-one-x-prototype-may-mean-early-access-hackery
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dude just get the Galaxy Nexus from Google Play! it's only $400, completely unlocked, no contract and all that bs.
i'm considering getting one... lol it's either the Galaxy Nexus or the Sensation...
Wife wants the I phone, that's the whole reason I'm switching to AT&T can't afford a 400 dollar phone anyways. Rather put 400 in the bank... Lol
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I smell a queen song coming on.....
Another one bites the dust
Another one bites the dust
And another one gone, and another one gone
Another one bites the dust
Hey, I'm gonna get you too
Another one bites the dust
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Wife wants the I phone, that's the whole reason I'm switching to AT&T can't afford a 400 dollar phone anyways. Rather put 400 in the bank... Lol
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You do know a new iPhone will be announced in a couple of months right? I think in a couple of months...since WWDC is in June
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Get the Galaxy Nexus. Even though its not the best spec'd phone currently out, it's still by far the best phone to get if you're a ROM flasher... And the screen with on screen soft keys is just too much awesome. Plus, dev scene is the best.
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Gnex is an awesome phone so far. I think I will miss the physical hardware buttons and trackpad, but this is only day 1 using it, maybe I will get along fine without them.
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So I had the Samsung rep in today showing me the Samsung galaxy s3 today, first thing I did was run a quadrant bench mark and antutu, quadrant benchmark for both were pretty similar. On antutu both phone were pretty similar too, I did like the Samsung feature where you can minimise a video window and watch it while carry out other tasks, neat,,, hope fully it can be hacked to make run on other quad-core phones, build qualiy I have to say was very poor for the Samsung s3, the back cover is a flimsy bit of plastic, so for build quality HTC ONE X wins hands down. I do like the ability of removable battery and Memory card which I wish the one x had,
So guys what are your opinions...
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can already do the pop up player thing with "stick it".
As for HOX vs. GS3. I had 2 HOX that were faulty. sent them back and stuck with my Note waiting for GS3 thinking it would be the don of phones. Watched the launch event and was underwhelmed enough to get my 3rd HOX. this one is spot on. I'm lucky/stupid/daft enough to carry a work phone and a personal phone, so might get GS3 as my work handset, definitely want to try it hands on first though.
Yeah but stick it is very glitchy, I have had many Samsung phones and HTC, that's one of the perks working for mobile phone retailer, I have not had any Hox back faulty yet lol,
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being a stock feature i have no doubt that pop up player is better than stick it, which i have to say i uninstalled as didnt use it. I'm not sure i'd use pop up player, although i have said that in the past about many things that now form part of my daily mobile life! i can see me using that more than the voice recognition thing.
I have no sway one way or the other on sense vs. touchwiz, i am comfortable with either. I was interested in your comments on build quality. I just sold my Galaxy Note and GS2 shortly before that after getting the HOX, i would say the Note and GS2 are better built than the HOX, not as nice a design, and the materials dont feel as classy, but it seemed somehow more solid?? are you saying that the GS3 is more flimsy feeling than the GS2 or Note? disappointing if that is the case, although i will have to hold it in my hand and judge for myself.
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Yeah but stick it is very glitchy, I have had many Samsung phones and HTC, that's one of the perks working for mobile phone retailer, I have not had any Hox back faulty yet lol,
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HTC Evo3D was one of the worst phones I ever had in terms of build quality. My SGSII isnt as sturdy as my OG Evo and my old Hero, but its held up quite well over the last few months. As far as the HOX vs SGSIII, not having expandable memory is a deal breaker for me. Ill wait to SGSIII is released or get a note if it comes to Sprint.
Overall build quality of both phones is good, Hox is better feel, the s3 when hold it feels cheap, again its a personal opinion, even the Samsung rep said I agree with you, but at the end of the day he works for Samsung so he was quite reluctant to say any thing bad about s3, lol
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Once I get actual stock I will post pic of benchmarks for both phones,
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The build quality has nothing to do with the materials used. HTC uses metals that are heavy and give the impressions of quality, yet they can't keep dust from getting under your screen ... Samsung may use plastic but that keeps the weight low. My SGS 2 (TMo version) compared to My Sensation is hands down for my SGS 2 and they use the same SoC..
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The build quality has nothing to do with the materials used. HTC uses metals that are heavy and give the impressions of quality, yet they can't keep dust from getting under your screen ... Samsung may use plastic but that keeps the weight low. My SGS 2 (TMo version) compared to My Sensation is hands down for my SGS 2 and they use the same SoC..
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I agree in the past HTC had problems with dust under screen, but now as there is less gap there is no dust problem, as I said I work in mobile retail and I have seen Samsung come back with dust under screen,
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Are there any experience about battery life?
Namania said:
Are there any experience about battery life?
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It's got a massive 2100ma battery, once I get some usage out of it I will feed back
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hands down gs3 over all better than any htc out now ,gs3 my next phone bye htc!
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Both phones are very similar, I think it will come down to brand loyalty or UI, I prefer HTC sense but touchwiz is not bad either,
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This is the most redundant topic, its also in the wrong section. Reported.
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Are there any experience about battery life?
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This is the most redundant topic, its also in the wrong section. Reported.
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It's my first post so remove it if you want, its not exactly junk, its information that phone users want, out of nearly a 1000 views your the only one complaining.
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Interesting,, I will look into it when I get stock
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On the One X the browser sucks because it keeps using the companion core, and overall the Tegra 3 gets hammered by the new Exynos pretty much everywhere. Anyway if I had to pick a phone now I'd probably get the One S: cheaper, better looking, not too big and with the excellent S4. I'm really looking forward to those WP8 devices with S4s on board. Nokia top notch quality and style + S4 equals epic in my book
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Got an iPhone 4 from work today that's almost new and I'm trading it for a like new skyrocket tonight. I'm still keeping my infuse though.
I'm excited. While I love my infuse that s2 should be fast as hell!
Thoughts? Who owns one?
Why do you want a Skyrocket over the regular SGH-i777? Is it size, or Lte compatibility?
Edit: Correction, why DID you?
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I have a clue about s2 variants screen size.
S2 i9100 is 4.3"
S2 skyrocket i727 AT&T ?
S2 i777 AT&T ?
Specs says they are 4.3" gsmarena 4.5"
It's 4.5 Super Amoled Plus. Same as the Infuse.
I wanted the Skyrocket for the faster cpu, double the ram and double the storage. Plus LTE is amazing fast. Like wow fast.
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All of my toys
nice
I really prefer 4.5" than a little better hardware (i727 against i777)
Is the resolution the same on the skyrocket? To me resolution > screen size but anything less than 4.3 is really get too small. I think the new gs3 with a 4.5 inch screen would have been absolutely perfect!
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Is the resolution the same on the skyrocket? To me resolution > screen size but anything less than 4.3 is really get too small. I think the new gs3 with a 4.5 inch screen would have been absolutely perfect!
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I like the specs of the Skyrocket, but it seems development is better for the i777. But Ima do some more research. My upgrade's in August, so its gonna be one of the 2.
I don't like the look of the GSIII. That curve annoys me and I can't stand the button layout. I guess I'm just picky, considering the phones capabilities, its an awesome, but I'm gonna pass on it
Keeping my Infuse for testing purposes and may consider loaning it out for devs
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Wow. I would of kept the iPhone bro. The s2 is LITERALLY the same phone.!
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Wow. I would of kept the iPhone bro. The s2 is LITERALLY the same phone.!
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No way! IPhones to me are crap tiny little pieces of phone history.
The skyrocket has cm9 official nightlys now. Love that!
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No way! IPhones to me are crap tiny little pieces of phone history.
The skyrocket has cm9 official nightlys now. Love that!
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IMO, iPhones are for those who want to look like they fit in with "the crowd". Android to me is for THEEE Individual. Customization, personalization, and self expression.
Say a room has 10 people full of a crowd of people ranging from say 15-40, mixed genders. 6 with iPhones, 4 with various Androids. I can almost guarantee that the iPhone users will have the same if not similar looks on their screens. Same messy apps too close together, and generic wallpapers.
The 4 Androids would be catered to reflect the Individuals who own them, even if they are non rooted, expect different home launchers on some and varied wallpapers.
This is just a random scenario n again, just my opinion
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Wow. I would of kept the iPhone bro. The s2 is LITERALLY the same phone.!
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You should find the definition of "literally"cause I don't think it means what you think it means. They are very much not the same phone.
Also I would have preordered the sgs3. It's worth the $50 more over the sgs2 skyrocket.
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You should find the definition of "literally"cause I don't think it means what you think it means. They are very much not the same phone.
Also I would have preordered the sgs3. It's worth the $50 more over the sgs2 skyrocket.
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I paid nothing for my skyrocket. I traded that i4 that I got free for it.
I have to wait until April for my full upgrade discount. By then we'll have an SIIII
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ah yes. good deal then. the threads are all starting to merge in my sleep deprived mind.
also att's upgrade policy sucks.
Skyrocket HD is the perfect phone imo. But was cancelled before release :crying:
Just the same look as S2 or infuse, but with 1280x720 4.65" screen :victory:
I think i777 share roms with i9100. So, dev is much bigger than on i727.
edit: corrected hd screen size.
the skyrocket hd was a 4.65" screen. sameone thats in the galaxy nexus. its also the galaxy s2 hd in korea.
You are right
The gnexus is a nice phone. But... onscreen buttons make it loss half inch or more. Also knowing the hard burn-in problem that affects amoled screens, that buttons will be printed forever :crying:
Bad choice by google imo.
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Wow. I would of kept the iPhone bro. The s2 is LITERALLY the same phone.!
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Lol...the s2 has WAY better hardware the the iPhone 4...even he infuses hardware wrecks the four...hell id say the infuse is still better then a 4s...only reason I would take an iPhone would be to sell it for an android
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My infuse sits in a cubbyhole on my desk. I might sell it. I would regret it if I did I think so I haven't.
My skyrocket has been such a great phone so far. I really love it.
The nightly cm9 builds are nice, I even played with cm10 a few hours ago. Amazing things are happening for this phone.
I don't miss my infuse and I recommend that everyone who can upgrade should. Its nice having such power. Dual core 1.8ghz whips that 1.6 single all to hell. The double ram helps too.
Thanks to all the great developers here, I loved your builds.
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My infuse sits in a cubbyhole on my desk. I might sell it. I would regret it if I did I think so I haven't.
My skyrocket has been such a great phone so far. I really love it.
The nightly cm9 builds are nice, I even played with cm10 a few hours ago. Amazing things are happening for this phone.
I don't miss my infuse and I recommend that everyone who can upgrade should. Its nice having such power. Dual core 1.8ghz whips that 1.6 single all to hell. The double ram helps too.
Thanks to all the great developers here, I loved your builds.
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What is the name of the widgets that you have that show the specs (cpu, ram, battery etc)?