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Does Nexus S durability last over 2 years?

I'm considering to buy a long lasting phone and Nexus S seem to be good, do you think it will survive over 2 years without casing? I'm good at caring phone, my current Sony Ericsson G900 is already over 2 years old and still functioning perfectly (it looks worn out clearly) and most people who have my phone broke within a year.
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode, it will decide if it should flash or not by it own. The design seem awkward but I could handle it.
I'm also considering Incredible S but it doesn't have enough developers and it's still locked, so I guess I should go for Nexus S.
What do you think, will it survive more than 2 years?

White girl said:
I'm considering to buy a long lasting phone and Nexus S seem to be good, do you think it will survive over 2 years without casing? I'm good at caring phone, my current Sony Ericsson G900 is already over 2 years old and still functioning perfectly (it looks worn out clearly) and most people who have my phone broke within a year.
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode, it will decide if it should flash or not by it own. The design seem awkward but I could handle it.
I'm also considering Incredible S but it doesn't have enough developers and it's still locked, so I guess I should go for Nexus S.
What do you think, will it survive more than 2 years?
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It probably would if your G900 did.
But the galaxy s II is more durable than both.
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dario3040 said:
It probably would if your G900 did.
But the galaxy s II is more durable than both.
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It depends of what you talking about ? If hardware wise maybe and Evo 3D , htc sensation or SGSII but about updates most likely this one , any phone that is in the market and is a high end device most likely get ice cream(next big update for android) , nexus s most likely get it before anyone else(besides maybe nexus 3) google is trying to get manucfactures to make sure their phones they get updates within 18 months since launch but first they havent sign a form or paper that says they will second they haven't said for how long after google releases the update they need to release it as well so for all I know they could take 6 months( Evo is getting official gingerbread after 6 months, rolling out June 6, and the Evo was one of the best android phones in 2010 and a best carrier phone ) So I would stick with google if you want timely updates , that's one of the reason I got Me a nexus s

He is talking about the phone durability and yes, I would say it should last 2 years. It's made of plastic but it's not poor quality, it's much better then the galaxy S.
Since its a Google phone, you can't go wrong on picking it, it will always have the up-to-date software and will always have developers, even after 3 years (well, unless its about hardware limitation).
Its currently one of the best (if not the best) single core devices on the market, its definitely future proof.
And the camera does have the ability to turn the flash on or off, depending on your preferences.
The design is gorgeous btw, at least I think it is. The curve form is unique and when the display is turned off it looks completely black and clean, I think it looks very elegant.

lvnatic said:
He is talking about the phone durability and yes, I would say it should last 2 years. It's made of plastic but it's not poor quality, it's much better then the galaxy S.
Since its a Google phone, you can't go wrong on picking it, it will always have the up-to-date software and will always have developers, even after 3 years (well, unless its about hardware limitation).
Its currently one of the best (if not the best) single core devices on the market, its definitely future proof.
And the camera does have the ability to turn the flash on or off, depending on your preferences.
The design is gorgeous btw, at least I think it is. The curve form is unique and when the display is turned off it looks completely black and clean, I think it looks very elegant.
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Oh ha ha yeah man then you should be good and since it would be hour first android device it would be great for you to see what's android about
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White girl said:
Nexus S is going to be my first Android phone, only thing that I don't like that you can't enable or disable flash in camera mode
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yes you can. i do it almost every day. and btw, the NS is very well built.

Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.

White girl said:
Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.
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Don't use your rubles on a nexus s when its going to be outdated in a few months
Or, if you can't wait, then just get the GSII. Its what the nexus s shoulda been lol [just the only major letdown is...Touchwiz :'(] plus its available in the motherland, no?
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A_Flying_Fox said:
Don't use your rubles on a nexus s when its going to be outdated in a few months
Or, if you can't wait, then just get the GSII. Its what the nexus s shoulda been lol [just the only major letdown is...Touchwiz :'(] plus its available in the motherland, no?
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Why the [bleep] do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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White girl said:
Why the **** do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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ха-ха ты смешно .. но NexusS хороший телефон, будете очень счастливы
(sorry, even though im russian, my russian sucks )

If somebody can answer the op's question, I've got a question too. What are the winning numbers for this week's powerball jackpot?

White girl said:
Thanks for your responses. Though there's one problem, I live in Moscow, Russia and there is no Google support store or something like that, if I need phone repair, it won't be possible?
Though I never need any repairs in past, so hopefully it will be same for Nexus S.
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Hi, Samsung handles all the warranty/hardware support for the nexus s, not Google. Only question is if you have access to Samsung support in Russia...?
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PeXda00 said:
Hi, Samsung handles all the warranty/hardware support for the nexus s, not Google. Only question is if you have access to Samsung support in Russia...?
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Alright, and yeah we have Samsung support.

simms22 said:
yes you can. i do it almost every day. and btw, the NS is very well built.
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I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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Vandam500 said:
I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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My NS4G doesn't creak at all. Its very well built.

White girl said:
Why the **** do people keep telling me to buy GSII, it's NOWHERE near my price range. Also I don't even want 4.3" in my teenager girl hand.
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The Nexus S is perfect then.
Its the best single core phone ever made.
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I've owned an HTC hero samsung instinct, HTC ppc6700, etc and the nexus s seems as durable as any of those devices. I still use my ppc6700 on my wlan!
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Vandam500 said:
I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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No way! Galaxy S I9000 creaks like hell, but not the nexus s. It may be made of plastic but it sure has a solid feel.

Vandam500 said:
I wouldn't say its very well built with all the creaking it has lol.
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really? yours creaks? i havent heard that one before. no creaking here. my only complaint is that id put the volume buttons where the power buttons is, and vice versa. but thats no biggie.

my ns4g feels solid, but to answer your question, YMMV.

Might trade my SGS3 for an LG Intuition, bad idea?

So im in the talks of trading my SGS3 for an Intuition. I'm curious to see how that phone would be on a daily basis. But im afraid I'll regret the decision. I know this forum will be based. But im reaching out to my fellow XDA addicts for their input.
Let me know what you think about it.
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To each is own, but I'd prefer the s3.
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I've really been looking at doing the same. It's hard to get decent opinions because most people say it's bad but have never even seen one irl. One of the big problems I have is it will probably never see a custom rom besides root. It's also a rather old phone but it can still play pretty much any game and handle anything. I played with one at verizon and it had some lag but I'm not sure if it's the launcher or not. Kinda bugs me also because I know I'll lose the stylus and it's just a normal stylus you can buy off amazon for like $2 (nothing like a s pen). I will probably buy one to try it, I can see myself possibly loving it or totally hating it, I doubt there a a middle ground.
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Clienterror said:
I've really been looking at doing the same. It's hard to get decent opinions because most people say it's bad but have never even seen one irl. One of the big problems I have is it will probably never see a custom rom besides root. It's also a rather old phone but it can still play pretty much any game and handle anything. I played with one at verizon and it had some lag but I'm not sure if it's the launcher or not. Kinda bugs me also because I know I'll lose the stylus and it's just a normal stylus you can buy off amazon for like $2 (nothing like a s pen). I will probably buy one to try it, I can see myself possibly loving it or totally hating it, I doubt there a a middle ground.
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Same here. I've only played with one in verizon. I'm just afraid of the width hindering it in my daily use. That includes fitting comfortably in my back pocket.
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That would be like taking 4 steps forward then 6 steps back!

g.davis17 said:
Same here. I've only played with one in verizon. I'm just afraid of the width hindering it in my daily use. That includes fitting comfortably in my back pocket.
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Who keeps their phone in their back pocket...trololol. That's where my mom puts her phone. She's dropped three in the toilet and sat on two others and still hasn't learned.
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hesh.monster said:
Who keeps their phone in their back pocket...trololol. That's where my mom puts her phone. She's dropped three in the toilet and sat on two others and still hasn't learned.
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Well I've never broken a phone and I've always done that since my first smartphone. The Palm Treo 755p. Lol. I'm more careful with my phones and now that phones are getting bigger and bigger you don't feel them as much when you carry them in the back pocket because it just feels like a wallet or something.
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If you're into getting a bigger phone, I would hold for the Galaxy Note II. It's coming to Verizon, and is likely to see custom roms. I highly doubt the Intuition will see much. The phone seems solid, but LG has lately had problems with keeping up on Android updates (I'm looking at you, Spectrum). Samsung, while not perfect, shows more promise in rolling out updates.

affenzeit said:
If you're into getting a bigger phone, I would hold for the Galaxy Note II. It's coming to Verizon, and is likely to see custom roms. I highly doubt the Intuition will see much. The phone seems solid, but LG has lately had problems with keeping up on Android updates (I'm looking at you, Spectrum). Samsung, while not perfect, shows more promise in rolling out updates.
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Yea I'm really thinking about the note 2 as well but the format of the intuition makes it awesome for emails, Internet, pdfs ect. The only only place it lacks is watching videos, and it's S3 cpu which is like 2 years old already I just ask myself how often do I watch videos on my phone, not a ton how often do I email look up things on the Web? Probably 200+ times a day.
I probably still won't get it but I'd love to see them make one (and release it in the us) with better specs and fore thought across the board and I'd be on it
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droidstyle said:
That would be like taking 4 steps forward then 6 steps back!
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THANK YOU! At least one person said it.... If you cannot do anything to a phone besides rooting it then it won't be in my hands.... I have to have full control so I can optimize every aspect of my phone cause we all know the manufacturers won't and Verizon DEFINITELY won't! The LG is a pretty giant leap back so I would wait for the Note 2 or the possibility of another Nexus device but def do not go backwards... (Just my opinion)

If you don't really care about ever using a custom ROM then go ahead. Otherwise I believe the SGS3 has it beat in every category.

I wouldn't. The single biggest problem with the phone is the aspect ratio. Every single review points out how awkward the phone is with a 4:3 ratio.

I would NOT do it.
If you want a phablet, wait for the Note 2. I highly doubt many devs will work on the intuition. You'd get better development off the droid x2.
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Battery life is dismal on the intuition also. Wait for note2.
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Is LG considered a top brand now like Samsung or HTC, or are they still playing around in Huwai level standards?
What are their flagship devices - are they still just knock-offs of font runners or do they have their own developments as contenders?

Blue6IX said:
Is LG considered a top brand now like Samsung or HTC, or are they still playing around in Huwai level standards?
What are their flagship devices - are they still just knock-offs of font runners or do they have their own e
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I personally consider HTC, Samsung, and Moto on top Tier (for phones) and everything else way below on the DO NOT EVER BUY list

I can't say I have ever heard of someone satisfied with an lg phone.
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Well, looks like people will have to reconsider seeing as the next Nexus is made by LG.
Samsung Galaxy S3

Intuition has terrible battery life and an even worse camera. I do like the design but there's absolutely no way I'd trade my S3 for one. I'm also waiting on a phablet worthy of ditching my S3. Going to be the Note II probably. Not to mention Samsung has a ton of great tablet/s-pen features that can't be found elsewhere. One last thing is the stylus has no built in holder. You have to carry it separately. Deal breaker right there for me.

luis86dr said:
Well, looks like people will have to reconsider seeing as the next Nexus is made by LG.
Samsung Galaxy S3
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I forsee alot of people not getting the next nexus if thats the case.

Phone now $400 piece of trash :(

I bought this phone a few weeks ago and let me start by saying that I LOVE it. The features, the software, the hardware, EVERYTHING. But I bought it for $400 off the marketplace and it was fine at first, but then it had signal drops (for hours at a time). I didn't notice until it was far too late to ask for a refund. I sent it to Samsung, and they "fixed" it, but I got it back and it still has the issue. I've compared it to my mom's droid charge and hers has far better signal. Verizon won't replace it, but my brother is willing to give up his upgrade. He has a feature phone and no desire to upgrade. Right now I'm looking at another S III, Droid DNA, MAXX HD, or Note 2. Which should I go for?

Have you swapped around radios? Tried different ROMs?
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I am bone stock. Before I sent it in for repair I rooted, and tried every radio.

From the phone choices you picked out I would get the Note 2. If that's too big you can try another S3.

If you have a better suggestion, feel free to let me know. I hate the branded home button on the note 2 though.

Amphibliam said:
I bought this phone a few weeks ago and let me start by saying that I LOVE it. The features, the software, the hardware, EVERYTHING. But I bought it for $400 off the marketplace and it was fine at first, but then it had signal drops (for hours at a time). I didn't notice until it was far too late to ask for a refund. I sent it to Samsung, and they "fixed" it, but I got it back and it still has the issue. I've compared it to my mom's droid charge and hers has far better signal. Verizon won't replace it, but my brother is willing to give up his upgrade. He has a feature phone and no desire to upgrade. Right now I'm looking at another S III, Droid DNA, MAXX HD, or Note 2. Which should I go for?
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I have a similar problem when making or recieving calls. For me I don't talk a lot so it is nota big deal. However you really just need to decide how inconvienient the signal issue is for you.

I would consider it a huge pain in the ass. I want my phone to work, and I'm definitely getting a new phone. I just need to decide which one.

I have also experienced call drops and poor reception in low signal areas. I'd suggest trying out a Motorola, the DNA or the Maxx.

DNA all the way. People will disagree with me because it has no SD slot and non removable battery...but if you don't need those options then I'd go with the DNA...I'm getting the DNA. HTC makes good quality phones in my opinion. Nice soft touch back, not plasticy feeling.
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josh995 said:
DNA all the way. People will disagree with me because it has no SD slot and non removable battery...but if you don't need those options then I'd go with the DNA...I'm getting the DNA. HTC makes good quality phones in my opinion. Nice soft touch back, not plasticy feeling.
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I agree.. If u don't mind the battery and no micro sd slot.. HTC phone are built nice..
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Amphibliam said:
I would consider it a huge pain in the ass. I want my phone to work, and I'm definitely getting a new phone. I just need to decide which one.
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I had good luck with my old moto droid x so I would probably go for the Maxx hdn though as others hace said htc makes a damn nice phone.

I have thought some more on it and I have 13 GB music, 2 GB games, plus other misc stuff, so I would say the DNA is out. The MAXX HD is an option, but the UI is heinous and there is actually 1 ROM for it. The Note II's home button should die a painful death. Any stickers for it take 3 weeks all from Hong Kong. :/ The S III is looking like my best option. Any further advice is appreciated.

Amphibliam said:
I have thought some more on it and I have 13 GB music, 2 GB games, plus other misc stuff, so I would say the DNA is out. The MAXX HD is an option, but the UI is heinous and there is actually 1 ROM for it. The Note II's home button should die a painful death. Any stickers for it take 3 weeks all from Hong Kong. :/ The S III is looking like my best option. Any further advice is appreciated.
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My advice? Don't step into a forum that everyone in it owns a certain product and say said product is a piece of trash.
Usually doesn't go over well.
Second, if your going to complain about getting a note 2 and having to wait 3 weeks just to cover the home button so you don't see a branded logo, you've got bigger issues than a phone your not happy with.
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nosympathy said:
My advice? Don't step into a forum that everyone in it owns a certain product and say said product is a piece of trash.
Usually doesn't go over well.
Second, if your going to complain about getting a note 2 and having to wait 3 weeks just to cover the home button so you don't see a branded logo, you've got bigger issues than a phone your not happy with.
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Well, thank you kindly for bashing me.
1. Please reread the first sentence of my post (OP).
2. I didn't say that meant I wasn't getting the Note, it's just annoying. But thanks for your great wisdom.

id try another S3.
but i love my phone and havent had any issues.
have you tried a new sim card?

Yes I did, two in fact.

word, hadnt seen it mentioned yet.
whatever path you choose i hope youre happy with the decision.
if you go another route, does VZW still offer the test drive 14 day return period? Could alawys come back to the GS3 if youre not satisfied with your new device. or sell gs3, Or you could keep the galaxy as an MP3 player.

Once I get the new phone, I'm gonna give the old one another shot at getting repaired. Then I'll test it and sell it.

Why burn an upgrade to get the same phone you already have. Low signal reception it's a know issue for the s3, especially in comparison with Motorola products.
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Odd I have zero reception problems w/ my S3 (i535)...
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Should I Upgrade now or later?

So. My mom told me that she's gonna buy me a new phone before I go back go high school, which is 8/26. Now, I don't know if I should upgrade now or later. Obviously, I have T-Mobile. And I love this phone. But truth be told, its getting old. The reason why I ask, is well. Because there's just not so many options on T-Mobile right now.. 1 HTC, 2 Samsung, 2 Google/LG, 1 Nokia, and the new (to us) xperia z. So I turn to you guys, to see what you'd do. If now, what phone would you get? If later.. wait for which phone? iPhone 5C, iPhone 5S/6? New nexus phone? Cheers, guys.
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First of all, if your mom is like mine I would upgrade now before she changes her mind lol. I gave that a lot of thought but honestly every phone is going to have its ups n downs so just pick one and enjoy it. If it were me, I would just go with an s4 and call it a day. Htcone is nice, but I think a plastic build comes with a lot of benefits.
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Lol. Yeah true that. The reason why I'd get the s4 over the one, is that modding it is easier.. well not easier, but I'm already comfortable with Odin. But, I have just always loved HTC and HTC sense.-.
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unicorndust98 said:
Lol. Yeah true that. The reason why I'd get the s4 over the one, is that modding it is easier.. well not easier, but I'm already comfortable with Odin. But, I have just always loved HTC and HTC sense.-.
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I've never cared for sense. Or TouchWiz. Or any stock framework really. I always do my research and make sure there are a lot of options before I buy a phone. CyanogenMod support is a must. If CM supports it, basically everything does.
and SHAME ON YOU for even mentioning iPhone! lol jk, jk.
If it were me, I'd go with the Nexus 4 if your mom could spring it without breaking the bank (I know you mentioned LG/Google, so idk if that was an option or not). Otherwise, my choice would be the S4 or the Xperia. It'd be a tough call either way.

Get a phone with lte . I tried the exhilarates lte. It is awesome.
N4 is about to get replaced in a few months as it looks. Buy an s4 or wait for the "s5"
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You should follow TmoNews. If your into Ubuntu phones, T-Mobile joined Canonicals Ubuntu Carrier Advisory Group.. We might get the Ubuntu Phone Hint hint. I also remember seeing on TmoNews about the Moto X passing through the FCC with T-Mobile written all over it. Wait a few months or so and wait for new phones to come out.
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The lg g2 looking nice
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The s4 has sooo many custom ROMs your head will spin.Lol
I'm running Carbon( my favorite) and just installed wallet by Dwitherell. Plus Steve Kondik has one so you can't lose.
Oh and you'll love the camera, nice pics with fast bursts.

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The s4 has sooo many custom ROMs your head will spin.Lol
I'm running Carbon( my favorite) and just installed wallet by Dwitherell. Plus Steve Kondik has one so you can't lose.
Oh and you'll love the camera, nice pics with fast bursts.
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Whoa - I didn't know that sort of thing was being used beyond the note 2 I can't take credit for that stuff, I just put it together differently.

xWolf13 said:
You should follow TmoNews. If your into Ubuntu phones, T-Mobile joined Canonicals Ubuntu Carrier Advisory Group.. We might get the Ubuntu Phone Hint hint. I also remember seeing on TmoNews about the Moto X passing through the FCC with T-Mobile written all over it. Wait a few months or so and wait for new phones to come out.
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I used to be obssed with following tmonews.. but ever since I got the iPad mini, I haven't used my computer as much anymore.. thus, jparnell.. a reason why I kinda don't want the iPhone 5 >.< lol
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If you Google nexus 5 you will see that there are now very strong rumors pointing to a Motorola Google nexus being out q4 this year and it will not be a moto x gpe. If that happens I would wait for the next nexus - that will be my next phone. But if you must have a user replaceable battery and SD card slot then the sgs4 would be the phone to get.
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So I'm thinking i should wait until the galaxy note III lol. What do you guys think? Good or Bad Idea?

unicorndust98 said:
So I'm thinking i should wait until the galaxy note III lol. What do you guys think? Good or Bad Idea?
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Might not be a bad idea if your mom is still willing to buy it for you and that's the type of phone you like. Personally I'm still waiting for a Nexus 5 announcement. I'm ready for an upgrade (T-Mobile actually let me out of my Blaze contract 6 months early so I could switch to the new unlimited plan) and, if I were choosing amongst the phones available now, I'd probably get the Nexus 4. Unless I had someone buying the phone for me, if cost were not an issue I'd go the S4 Google Play edition.

Other device, comparisons to other devices, and upgrading phone discussion

Please use this thread to discuss devices other than and any comparisons with other devices on or about the GS 5 in this thread and any other off-topic issues that are not needing a new thread.
Post with respect, this is a helpful community, hope we all learn from this stuff in here.

wish we knew when we can pre-order, or buy the S5. since the HTC ONE M8 is a no go for me

I have heard 2 different dates. April 11th and April 22nd.
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Looking to upgrade - but no way, no how will I spend my hard earned cash on a device (Verizon) that in all probability won't be able to run anything other than Touchwiz. Holding out to see what LG and others have to offer this summer -

putney1477 said:
I have heard 2 different dates. April 11th and April 22nd.
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Which location is it?

Have any upgrade notice for Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 5 ?

I think they still dont have the new update.

Lodaserves said:
I think they still dont have the new update.
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Right.. But i think it's needed important upgrading.. Because i have lost here my previous work ability for a little time..

Yeah upgrading is your priority specially in your works.

Lodaserves said:
Yeah upgrading is your priority specially in your works.
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I think when it upgrade then it will change minor. Therefore i will works as a newer...:fingers-crossed:

Yeah men much better then.

tkacer said:
Looking to upgrade - but no way, no how will I spend my hard earned cash on a device (Verizon) that in all probability won't be able to run anything other than Touchwiz. Holding out to see what LG and others have to offer this summer -
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OKay. I think you do not want upgrading Verizon. Therefore if you want LG then please tell me how many opportunity you will get from there ?

Guadalupeohara said:
OKay. I think you do not want upgrading Verizon. Therefore if you want LG then please tell me how many opportunity you will get from there ?
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Obviously not staying with VZN - the handwriting is on the wall - will probably go with Tmobile or Sprint. Don't really utilize the features that TW brings to the table, so not having the ability to use AOSP Roms is a deal breaker. Might also have to give up some cell coverage for flashing freedom, but well worth the trade off for me.

I have the htc one m8 and the new gs5, I prefer the htc one m8 and my Lg g2 Samsung dropped the ball on this phone
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tkacer said:
Obviously not staying with VZN - the handwriting is on the wall - will probably go with Tmobile or Sprint. Don't really utilize the features that TW brings to the table, so not having the ability to use AOSP Roms is a deal breaker. Might also have to give up some cell coverage for flashing freedom, but well worth the trade off for me.
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What do you not like about the galaxy s5 that the m8 does better?
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sdsubball23 said:
What do you not like about the galaxy s5 that the m8 does better?
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Not so much S5 vs M8, but VZN vs other carriers that do not lock down their phones. I first and foremost will be changing to either Tmobile or Sprint. Call me spoiled, but after years of being able to flash whatever Rom suits my fancy, I will not (and at this point) do not have to give that up. Will I have to sacrifice some coverage to get that - yes, but a sacrifice I'm willing to make.
After that, I will probably wait until the batch of phones (LG g3, Sony Z2, Nexus 6, Oppo Find 7 etc) hit the market. Not impressed enough with the improvements that either the S5 or M8 have brought (processors, display, camera) vs their predecessors to change over right now. I'll stick to my loki exploitable S4, and come summer or early fall, say good-bye to both Samsung and VZN!

Verizon has definitely dropped the ball here!! Bad! They took away 2 of the s5 main features! But I still like the s5 over the m8. I have both. I will say the boomsound is unbeatable, yet everything else goes to the s5 in my book. Battery life is almost twice as good, camera seems better, overall feel in the hand is better. The m8 is just too heavy. Both are high quality phones for sure but I personally think the s5 wins, in spite of big red being the evil step parent beating us with the nearest available object in public. ....
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I have a question. Is it hard to get used to vertical app drawer? Iam only afraid if I get used to vertical app drawer i wont be as effective on my ipad as i am now. Any thoughts?
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Jeremiah_1988 said:
Verizon has definitely dropped the ball here!! Bad! They took away 2 of the s5 main features! But I still like the s5 over the m8. I have both. I will say the boomsound is unbeatable, yet everything else goes to the s5 in my book. Battery life is almost twice as good, camera seems better, overall feel in the hand is better. The m8 is just too heavy. Both are high quality phones for sure but I personally think the s5 wins, in spite of big red being the evil step parent beating us with the nearest available object in public. ....
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Which 2 features are missing? The quick glance (I think that's what it was called) that I could do on S4 was nice. Where you wave your hand over the front sensors to see time and notifications while it's asleep, seems to be gone. I really liked that. The S5 does feel good in hand. Really enjoying the dimpled back. Feels nice. The display is lovely has well. As we all have our own opinions, I enjoy the M8 a bit more. I love Sense.. Now. I'm a vanilla Android guy and was really shocked I liked sense and blink feed. Shocked lol. I actually find it easier to hold in one hand than S5, by a bit. I can type easily on the M8, not as easily on the S5. Camera, that has me confused. Love the M8 features and UI. For me, quality is better in certain situations and better on the S5 in situations. Obviously, with the S5, you can crop to your hearts content and that's a big advantage. Either way, IMO, both are great devices and as Android users, we're lucky to have these options.
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Verizon took out the download boost and PayPal fingerprint scanner, I'm hoping for root and some flashable zips to get them back from big red, but I do really like the phone regardless
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