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Could anyone recommend me to a phone for a low price that handles music well you know good battery life loud sound things like that
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Jasonhunterx said:
Could anyone recommend me to a phone for a low price that handles music well you know good battery life loud sound things like that
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There are many Chinese mobile phone to meet your requirements, For example THL W100, JIAYU G3, HDC Galaxy S4, XIAOCAI X9, Cubot One, HUAWEI C8812 and so on.
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Jasonhunterx said:
Could anyone recommend me to a phone for a low price that handles music well you know good battery life loud sound things like that
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As a "don't buy" advice, avoid the ZTE Grand X phone: it sucks at music. I bought one and gave it to my brother because the bad quality of output sound.

Samsung galaxy star

Samsung Nexus S for sure!! Awesome sound quality, and great.battery life when using it without a sim and android 2.3.6 or 4.1.2!
Me Gusta!

What about Droid incredible 1 or seen some greats deals on them 36$ 45$
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Jasonhunterx said:
Could anyone recommend me to a phone for a low price that handles music well you know good battery life loud sound things like that
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I really liked my HTC rezound combined with Poweramp. I rooted my rezound and installed CyanogenMod 10.2 rom with Aroma Beats and Poweramp and it was fantastic. The only downside with CyanogenMod Rom was the battery life. But it depends on what you mean by loud things. I usually listen to music with headphones so that was what was great about that phone. The speaker on the Rezound was loud but not as clear as my HTC ONE that I have right now.

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Wolfson DAC !!?!?!?!

I had no idea the NS4G had a Wolfson DAC....
This phone has literally just surpassed all my expectations....
...and now with Spotify in the US, this phone is IT !!
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And one of the best as well. It was in one of the original ipods. I think the 4th Gen, and it is an amazing DAC. Google it. Lots of love for it.
With voodoo control, the sound is stunning from this phone with good headphones.
I can vouch for this on my epic. Even the stock earbuds sound great. I'm using a pair of high end Sony buds and the sound is amazing. Also, the recorder is top notch too. With hi-q mp3 recorder and the recording setting set to loud environment, I went to a live show and the sound from the video was pretty decent l. I was right next to the guant speakers.
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grifforama said:
And one of the best as well. It was in one of the original ipods. I think the 4th Gen, and it is an amazing DAC. Google it. Lots of love for it.
With voodoo control, the sound is stunning from this phone with good headphones.
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I guess you are still talking about the Wolfson DAC present on the sgs1 and the previous samsung nexus...
But what about the sound quality on this Nexus??
Seems to be, it doesnt have neither the Wolfson nor the Yamaha DAC...
Anyone?
betoNL said:
I guess you are still talking about the Wolfson DAC present on the sgs1 and the previous samsung nexus...
But what about the sound quality on this Nexus??
Seems to be, it doesnt have neither the Wolfson nor the Yamaha DAC...
Anyone?
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Previous Samsung Nexus?????? The nexus S is the first Samsung made nexus.
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Rem3Dy said:
Previous Samsung Nexus?????? The nexus S is the first Samsung made nexus.
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So this thread is is about the older nexus and not the
Samsung Galaxy Nexus i9250 aka Nexus Prime:
http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_google_galaxy_nexus_i9250-4219.php
I see I am in the wrong sub-forum...my guess is that XDA still doesnt havea sub-forum for the new Nexus yet .....my bad
betoNL said:
my guess is that XDA still doesnt havea sub-forum for the new Nexus yet .....my bad
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It's right here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1336
And here is the DAC discussion on the Galaxy Nexus:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311786
vansmack said:
It's right here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1336
And here is the DAC discussion on the Galaxy Nexus:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311786
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Man..... I have to cut down the juice and weed....
I was already subscribed to that thread
betoNL said:
Man..... I have to cut down the juice and weed....
I was already subscribed to that thread
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I wasn't going to point that out, but I did notice that when I caught up on the progress of that conversation that you had already been there...

Nexus vs S3

I just ordered a S3 16GB. I have a nexus(not rooted), on Jelly Bean. I love Jelly bean and touchwiz looks good.
Just want to know how you guys feel, who came from a nexus to the S3. Was it a wise decision and would you want to go back to nexus?
I know a lot of people will say everyone is different and everyone has there own likes. Just trying to some opinions. Thanks!
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There have been multiple threads on this topic...most folks seem to post the s3 being a much better device in every way.
droidstyle said:
There have been multiple threads on this topic...most folks seem to post the s3 being a much better device in every way.
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Thanks I'll have to search a little better. xda app not as easily played out as the website.
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A few folks I know had no end of antenna / signal issues with their Nexus devices. One had so many replaced due to hardware issues Verizon agreed to send him an S3. He likes the S3 much better, actually likes the touch wiz stuff and likes the camera, battery life MUCH better.
Have both use both but most of the time it's the s3. I battery life is awesome and AOSP roms are stable enough for everyday use. So the amazing camera and better battery life make it a no brainier. I just use the nexus when I'm filling frisky and want something different or new rom wise. Or when I go to the gym, since the audio playback on the nexus is a fair amount superior. Highs distort with the s3.
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Slacker101 said:
Or when I go to the gym, since the audio playback on the nexus is a fair amount superior. Highs distort with the s3.
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I beg to differ...with my klipsch s4's the audio will get louder than i care to listen and play clean with no distortion.
droidstyle said:
I beg to differ...with my klipsch s4's the audio will get louder than i care to listen and play clean with no distortion.
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S4!?!?! Oh man I'm already behind. I thought it would at least get a few more months of having the best phone...
droidstyle said:
I beg to differ...with my klipsch s4's the audio will get louder than i care to listen and play clean with no distortion.
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duxup said:
S4!?!?! Oh man I'm already behind. I thought it would at least get a few more months of having the best phone...
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KLIPSCH Image S4's are a popular model of relatively high performing in-ear headphones...
BTW: I have a Nexus and just received my SGS3 today. The first Nexus I received had mad antenna issues. Verizon replaced it and the second one initially had constant 4G drops but after the Jelly Bean update, it's solid. JB didn't help the 1st one at all. Battery does seem to drain pretty quickly on the Nexus compared to other devices (HTC Evo, Evo 3D, etc.). I'll try to remember to provide more feedback after a week or so of using the SGS3.
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KLIPSCH Image S4's are a popular model of relatively high performing in-ear headphones...
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the sg3 is 10x better than any nexus ive owned.
I have owned both, the S3 is better in basically every way, except I really did like the onscreen navigation buttons on the Nexus. Battery life is far superior on the S3, and everything for me just works. Reception is better also. Some improvements are really small over the Nexus, and I don't mean to down the nexus in any manner, it would be my phone if I did not have the S3. It's just a step up in most all aspects. I use stock ROM with the Apex launcher, as I like the stock android look. I am not ready to jump to Jelly Bean until completely stable. I am unlocked, rooted, running clean ROM 2.5.
I prefered my Galaxy Nexus over this one so far. It fit better in hand, looked better, and ran smoother out of the box. I haven't had a chance to get an aosp build together for this phone yet, but stock to stock I would take the Galaxy Nexus again now that I've had some time with the S3.
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A few folks I know had no end of antenna / signal issues with their Nexus devices. One had so many replaced due to hardware issues Verizon agreed to send him an S3. He likes the S3 much better, actually likes the touch wiz stuff and likes the camera, battery life MUCH better.
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That's actually what is going on with me. I've got 4 nexus sending them out tomorrow and they will sent my s3 out when they receive the
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droidstyle said:
I beg to differ...with my klipsch s4's the audio will get louder than i care to listen and play clean with no distortion.
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+1 for this, no distortion at all on either my Klipsch S4s or my Audio-Technica ATH M50s. Crystal clear, the highs are the best part!
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Yeah my klipsche s5s rock. I also love the Samsung ones because of the options in the line and I still have my ibeats from my rezound. I get great sound with them all
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TheNolandNailer said:
That's actually what is going on with me. I've got 4 nexus sending them out tomorrow and they will sent my s3 out when they receive the
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It is really disturbing what happened with the last Nexus... that name seems like it may just dissolve into just some marketing crap and maybe get you the latest OS when you buy it and some compatibility later but ... little else. Even more so now that there will be numerous Nexus devices so numerous flagships that aren't actually flagship devices.
Google meanwhile doesn't seem to care.
xjman said:
I prefered my Galaxy Nexus over this one so far. It fit better in hand, looked better, and ran smoother out of the box. I haven't had a chance to get an aosp build together for this phone yet, but stock to stock I would take the Galaxy Nexus again now that I've had some time with the S3.
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I came from a gnex. I actually wish I had kept it when I bought my s3. I liked the on screen buttons. The s3 batt life is better tho. Its not much of an upgrade in my opinion. The gnex was rooted and running jellybean. It was smoother for some reason. Now that I've used the s3 for some time. I prefer the nexus.
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I too currently have the GSM Nexus and the SGS3 and switch between them swapping the sim. SGS3 impresses other people the most, but I like the Gnex a bit more. Damn good looking phone that runs so smooth. The 3 has more bells and whistles, but I don't use them much. If I could only have one, I think I would miss the Gnex more than the 3.
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Envy that they will alway get latest build of Android.
droidstyle said:
I beg to differ...with my klipsch s4's the audio will get louder than i care to listen and play clean with no distortion.
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With my Klipsch ones and the s3 I have a little bit of distortion (almost a harshness of the tone) in the high notes. It's not evident with every song but if the tones go high enough it almost rings out. With my Klipsch s4 it's far more noticeable although honestly I think my s4 might need to be warranty replaced. Regardless it isn't there with my nexus at all. I played with them both on a trip to Chicago and there was very noticeable difference between the phones.
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headset comparison

hey i guys i really i wanted to know about these two headsets real cheap they are and heard that they got good quality also tell me about bass and other,i want to buy.
the headsets are
Skullcandy In-ear Ink’d Earphones S2INCZ-033
and
Tekfusion – Twinwoofers In-Ear Headphones (Black Chrome)
soory i was not allowed to add pictures
Hey I was too thinking of buying one among the two, so i researched it and found that tekfusion is surely the best buy for this price bracket. So I guess I am going with it. Best of Luck brada.
Also do post your experience with the one you go with
hey anyone have Sennheiser CX 180 In-ear-canalphone or JBL Tempo In Ear Headphone i wanna know about them also if someone have them then please share with me your experience
thanks
I am using Skullcandy ear phones.. sounds awesome.. with DSP Manager.. really hell of a Bass and Terible clarity.
which one of tekfusion or schnizer has warranty cause that makes the difference
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which one of tekfusion or schnizer has warranty cause that makes the difference
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hey schnizer has warranty adn they are little above price all but they are sure to be good cause its a big company
Senns are always better btw also see Sony ex 100lp
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well but they dont give diff sizes for ears and do they have warranty?
and compability for our pico?
I have the Sennheiser CX 180.. The sound is really good(though treble seems bad sometimes).. but sometimes there seems to be loose connection because of the phone.. And no, the earphone is absolutely fine as I checked it with my ipod..
am happy I didn't buy anything until now anyone else got any cheap headset knowlegr do tell me
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am happy I didn't buy anything until now anyone else got any cheap headset knowlegr do tell me
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Buy Sony ex 100lp you can always check the bass by the frequency responce
Normally headsets have
20Hz to 20KHz
This Sony has
4Hz to 22KHz
So better bass and treble
Or. In your options tek is better it has better noose isolation Sony doesn't has that good
Bass in Sony ones is lil better
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I'm thinking to buy JVC - fx1x what do you ppl think about it ?
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I going to buy this headset(Sony ex100 pl) can suggest the link for online shoping link.. I found similar products I am confused with those product...
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CoolMonster said:
I going to buy this headset(Sony ex100 pl) can suggest the link for online shoping link.. I found similar products I am confused with those product...
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Buy from anywhere doesn't matter until model no. Is same
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DanceOff said:
Buy from anywhere doesn't matter until model no. Is same
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Can u have any idea about Headset in that range with good quality.. The above one is headphone i need a headset(ie with mic)
Reply me faster for this post.. i planned to buy in two days.. if any other choice for headset its quite better for me....:good::good::good::laugh::laugh::laugh:
CoolMonster said:
Can u have any idea about Headset in that range with good quality.. The above one is headphone i need a headset(ie with mic)
Reply me faster for this post.. i planned to buy in two days.. if any other choice for headset its quite better for me....:good::good::good::laugh::laugh::laugh:
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If you want the Mic version of the Sony earphone go to the nearby showroom of Sony
I don't remember the model no. But there is another version of this with Mic and same cost
I don't need Mic because I use Nokia Bh-111 just needed earphone
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DanceOff said:
If you want the Mic version of the Sony earphone go to the nearby showroom of Sony
I don't remember the model no. But there is another version of this with Mic and same cost
I don't need Mic because I use Nokia Bh-111 just needed earphone
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Thanks for ur info man....
I will buy as u suggest.. once i bought i will report here in this thread
@DanceOff
Hai I bought this headphone.. but its not that much superb to hear..
But the audio clarity is awesome.but the bass very is low... Sound is not enough for me ..because the headset comes with my pico us relay provide high sound... I bought this for around 900. But I think its not worth money...
Anyway thanks for suggestion man...
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@DanceOff
Hai I bought this headphone.. but its not that much superb to hear..
But the audio clarity is awesome.but the bass very is low... Sound is not enough for me ..because the headset comes with my pico us relay provide high sound... I bought this for around 900. But I think its not worth money...
Anyway thanks for suggestion man...
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Use equalizer bro everything sucks at stock equalizer
Anyways I like these find them good... If your main focus is bass you should have bought fake beats from eBay except bass everything sucks in them I bought by mistake
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Ok man.. these one does not make any pain to ear ...so far this one is good for new music experience...ok cool if I have a plan of purchasing any new one, I will send pm..
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About to buy this phone

Not sure to get this or the xperia ion any suggestions ? Main use will be facebook music xda no gaming or anything its actually for my little brother how is battery life for a medium user ? Where is battery thread cant find it would be appreciated if someone could link me to it !
Also how is sound quality whit headphones or speakers ? Camera seems to be good...
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shahkam said:
Not sure to get this or the xperia ion any suggestions ? Main use will be facebook music xda no gaming or anything its actually for my little brother how is battery life for a medium user ? Where is battery thread cant find it would be appreciated if someone could link me to it !
Also how is sound quality whit headphones or speakers ? Camera seems to be good...
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I'd go with the One S. The sound quality is fantastic in headphones and the camera blows every other camera out of the water, in features AND quality. Battery lasts a solid 16 to 20 hours on a usual (medium to heavy use) day with a few hours being used up on standby for school and such. It's a great phone. I would recommend getting a case for it though. It's very thing and quite slippery at times. Easy to drop.
Darn deal felt through now have to look for another one but also wondering can the whole back cover be changed for another color lets say ?
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Edit: wrong forum. The htc one phones are very nice... as is the nexus 4 for a pure Google experience
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See this---
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1944005
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[Q] Audio Quality of Galaxy S4

Hi Guys!
I am planning on buying this when it becomes available in my area (KSA). I need a feedback esp. on those who already have this. What are your thoughts on this as a Music Player? I really enjoyed Galaxy S3, the quality of it's audio chip is superb, and with MegaBeats Mod + SiyahKernel, it even beats my Sony Music Player!
Your responses is highly appreciated.
Thank you very much!
Try to search the Q&A section OP many people have discussed about it there. Just some little info, SGS4 got the current highest end of Wolfson DAC.
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Try to search the Q&A section OP many people have discussed about it there. Just some little info, SGS4 got the current highest end of Wolfson DAC.
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I thought that was only the i9500?
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Try to search the Q&A section OP many people have discussed about it there. Just some little info, SGS4 got the current highest end of Wolfson DAC.
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The Octa version does, not the 600 version.
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I thought that was only the i9500?
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The Octa version does, not the 600 version.
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Ahh I forgot about that, but the updated GSM arena article shows some great promise and some are speculating whether the S600 version also have Wolfson in it.
Will the 600 sound be awful then?
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Will the 600 sound be awful then?
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No it doesn't, i tried the phone the other day in store, and i was blown away by the sound quality, i own a Note 2 with superb sound quality, the Galaxy S4 S600 is much louder and i couldn't tell the difference in clearity.
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Will the 600 sound be awful then?
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I covered this before, it has the same qualcomm chip like HTC One.
Though One has beats audio and extra amplifier.
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Ahh I forgot about that, but the updated GSM arena article shows some great promise and some are speculating whether the S600 version also have Wolfson in it.
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Nope, it doesn't. This is already confirmed by Supercurio via Voodoo Analysis on the 600 model. The GSMArena results have nothing whatsoever to do with Wolfson, the One with the same bundled Qualcomm DAC performs much the same.
Honestly this speaker isnt too great for music. I wasnt blown away. Loudness doesnt mean better. Its similar to the Note 2. Same placement as well. Very loud but kind of loud microphonish
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