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Looking for recommendations to buy a new phone

Hi!
I am looking for a new phone for my sister (27), she doesn't really needs a lot from it, so I was looking for something around 200-350$.
I was thinking about getting her a Motorola Defy+ , shes working at an hospital so the extra protection can be a nice benefit (not must).
I would love to get some opinions
thanks ahead.

You can get here in the forum Galaxy Nexus for that price or s2

I would say the s2.
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with33 said:
I would say the s2.
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I think its the best phone he can get right?

I would rather say go for xperia ray . Defy and ray are similar in price but xperia ray is much better .
Check the comparison between those two over here :
http://geekaphone.com/compare/Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-ray-vs-Motorola-DEFY
Or if you want to shell some more amount of money you can buy and galaxy s , galaxy s2 or google nexus .
Hope this helps

With your budget , I guess GS2 is the best for you :good:

As someone said before defy<Ray<S2
But i don't know prices in the US. I saw in internet that there are refurbished mobiles at really good price for us customers. I wanted to buy one but they don't send to Spain.
Eitherwise if you can go for the galaxy S2

I would think s2, I have one and I love it.
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IntiligenT said:
Hi!
I am looking for a new phone for my sister (27), she doesn't really needs a lot from it, so I was looking for something around 200-350$.
I was thinking about getting her a Motorola Defy+ , shes working at an hospital so the extra protection can be a nice benefit (not must).
I would love to get some opinions
thanks ahead.
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Dude the Motorola Defy is lag as hell! do NOT buy it! Something cheap and good could be the Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus, cheap and has a very nice performance for the hardware it has, very impresive if you ask me!
Samsung Galaxy SII could be an option if your sister likes to take pictures and likes to play high video quality games on her phone and do many things at the same time.
Cheers! :good:

S2 ... or HTC One S
So yes you can buy a Galaxy S 2 for 200/250 dollars I think, but also a One S of second hand ?

Thanks everybody! you really helped me out here
based on the many opinions I am going to get the GS2 for her
hope she will like it Thanks again!

IntiligenT said:
Thanks everybody! you really helped me out here
based on the many opinions I am going to get the GS2 for her
hope she will like it Thanks again!
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Cheers , mate ! :good:

GT-I9305 Custom Rom List 26/02/2013

Currently rom available listed as below
KZN
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1930733
SS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931255
Ripper ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943099
Pandoriam ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1974648
SUPREME ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1987696
L335K1s ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1966977
rXTREME ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2023916
Wanamlite ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2070877
lamahgra ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2070357
The Galaxy Project ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2125984
X-Power ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2118686
Australian Telstra Samsung Galaxy SIII 4G ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2080463
CM 10.1 ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2157651
LiquidSmooth Rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2149746

Chances are big customs rom will appear when devs own the i9305, but such things take time.
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will this new s3 get a new subforum ?

prodigiez said:
will this new s3 get a new subforum ?
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Yes
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One reason I am not in a rush to get this also because only 16GB version is out, Waiting for the 32GB coming out in a couple weeks. But I some times have the urge to buy the 16gb version when I see a good deal around. LOL I have to restrain myself.

btemtd said:
One reason I am not in a rush to get this also because only 16GB version is out, Waiting for the 32GB coming out in a couple weeks. But I some times have the urge to buy the 16gb version when I see a good deal around. LOL I have to restrain myself.
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Check this out... it's the 64GB version: http://www.ebay.com/itm/221134136119
I'm also looking for a custom ROM for the i9305

joel.bourquard said:
Check this out... it's the 64GB version: http://www.ebay.com/itm/221134136119
I'm also looking for a custom ROM for the i9305
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Nice post, but the odd part is - some of us uses a different band for the LTE spec (i.e. in Hong Kong we use 1800 and 2600Mhz for LTE). I wonder if this unit will have such radio.

kazuni said:
Nice post, but the odd part is - some of us uses a different band for the LTE spec (i.e. in Hong Kong we use 1800 and 2600Mhz for LTE). I wonder if this unit will have such radio.
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I really don't know... as for me, to my knowledge we don't even have 4g in most parts of Europe. So to me, the 2GB RAM is what matters most

joel.bourquard said:
I really don't know... as for me, to my knowledge we don't even have 4g in most parts of Europe. So to me, the 2GB RAM is what matters most
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Agreed. Then in that case there aren't much difference between picking an S3 or S3LTE.
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kazuni said:
Agreed. Then in that case there aren't much difference between picking an S3 or S3LTE.
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That's true - but I got fed up with the 768MB RAM on my Sensation (ie: background apps get closed too often for my taste) so I prefer to make a significant step up and go straight to 2GB

joel.bourquard said:
That's true - but I got fed up with the 768MB RAM on my Sensation (ie: background apps get closed too often for my taste) so I prefer to make a significant step up and go straight to 2GB
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time for a change

joel.bourquard said:
Check this out... it's the 64GB version: http://www.ebay.com/itm/221134136119
I'm also looking for a custom ROM for the i9305
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Its not the 64GB version lol where did you see this? its 16GB version..... Anyways I had a deal I couldnt refuse and I already bought my device 5 days ago. Beautifull Titanium grey and I put an aluminium chrome cover on it. VERY SEXY.... And I also have a class 10 64GB SD sandisk.so I think an 80GB phone is plenty ... And as soon 128gb Micro SD comes out I will buy this and have 144gb Phone lool

Has there been any word on a port of cm10 to this device yet?

mys3 said:
Has there been any word on a port of cm10 to this device yet?
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for some reason it feels like all the devs are on holiday its been a little quiet on this side of town. I am fine tho my device is ooooozing butter from all places hehe i can wait. The more people that have this device the more alive this place will be meaning the more porting will be happening.

Thanks. I think I'll be getting this phone next week. I hope I don't regret it.

I'm considering buying the i9305. currently on the HTC One S, which is losing support fast. I would also like the memory stick adapter. I don't know if I'm going to wait to see a cyanogen release or jump the gun today. Anyone suggest a good site to grab this thing; cheapest I've seen is on negri electronics
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Just jump the gun you wont regret it... Gorgeous device!... The Cheapest I seen it around 6 days ago and was around $740 AUD unlocked. but that was an australian online store. So if you find it around that price you might aswell get it. Once you have it PM me and ill give you advice on root/mods/tweaks etc..

done. Now the waiting game begins. Hopefully Cyanogenmod 10 comes comes out before I even get it in my hands. I'll finally be able to carry around more of my music and not be limited by f'n Hboot

It's strange because I am exited for you. Welcome ! Don't forget let me know when you get it I will help you get it pimpd up!
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btemtd said:
It's strange because I am exited for you. Welcome ! Awesome !!!!! Don't forget let me know when you get it I will help you get it pimpd up!
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Secondary phone to buy

Hello all,
I want to buy a new phone, because I always do some experiments to my G3 and don't have sometimes enough time to recover it from bootloop or something... I also don't want to leave G3 comunity because you're the best friends now
So I ask, which phone would you recommend to me? As daily driver... I would keep my g3 for developing and tweaking . My requirements are the same as for this phone + root-friendly (if you know what I mean ) + CM available for it... Also it shouldn't be as expensive as sgs3 or galaxy nexus, etc... It also should have bigger screen...
So, what do you guys think? I thought about byuing sgs i9000 as it has almost fully working JB...
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twinky444 said:
Hello all,
I want to buy a new phone, because I always do some experiments to my G3 and don't have sometimes enough time to recover it from bootloop or something... I also don't want to leave G3 comunity because you're the best friends now
So I ask, which phone would you recommend to me? As daily driver... I would keep my g3 for developing and tweaking . My requirements are the same as for this phone + root-friendly (if you know what I mean ) + CM available for it... Also it shouldn't be as expensive as sgs3 or galaxy nexus, etc... It also should have bigger screen...
So, what do you guys think? I thought about byuing sgs i9000 as it has almost fully working JB...
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hi buddy this is just my suggestion as quadcore phones are already there and getting better every day and single core phone are about to vanish so i feel it would be better if you think about dual core phone as it will not only provide your better performance that single core processor but also will be future proof and supported with future editions of android phones.

tanmoyc said:
hi buddy this is just my suggestion as quadcore phones are already there and getting better every day and single core phone are about to vanish so i feel it would be better if you think about dual core phone as it will not only provide your better performance that single core processor but also will be future proof and supported with future editions of android phones.
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Thanks, so, I'm going to save some more money, I'm sure it will be worth it then. I also don't want to go for SGSII because it has MMC_CAP_ERASE bug :silly:

Galaxy nexus is amazing and the development on their forums is amazing although you probably wont need to flash any rom or root the phone because it is already awesome and no bloatware since its a nexus
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twinky444 said:
Thanks, so, I'm going to save some more money, I'm sure it will be worth it then. I also don't want to go for SGSII because it has MMC_CAP_ERASE bug :silly:
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But if you will be working on the kernel, which have DISABLED CAP_ERASE (No superbrick bug), flashing ROMs, wiping data, Nandroid Backup is completely safe

I thought about buying the Asus Padfone (you will get tablet, keyboard and phone together), what do you think about it?

buy an another g3...
Click thanks if i helped you..

Nah, galaxy nexus would be the best phone you could buy IMO
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karipari95 said:
buy an another g3...
Click thanks if i helped you..
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I wont sell my G3! Never! As you said, I would by my g3 again, but now its the era of multi-core processors... And I thaught about buying something universal, just like Asus Padfone. Because it is someway just like notebook if I buy keyboard, so I will not need PC... (102 hours of battery with keyboard and tablet + phone together..)
Btw... THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR OPINIONS
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twinky444 said:
I wont sell my G3! Never! As you said, I would by my g3 again, but now its the era of multi-core processors... And I thaught about buying something universal, just like Asus Padfone. Because it is someway just like notebook if I buy keyboard, so I will not need PC... (102 hours of battery with keyboard and tablet + phone together..)
Btw... THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR OPINIONS
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hahaha....:laugh:
nice choice btw..:good:
lookin frwrd for ur more dev for our epic fone...:angel: G3 :angel:
Click thanks if i helped you..

twinky444 said:
Hello all,
I want to buy a new phone, because I always do some experiments to my G3 and don't have sometimes enough time to recover it from bootloop or something... I also don't want to leave G3 comunity because you're the best friends now
So I ask, which phone would you recommend to me? As daily driver... I would keep my g3 for developing and tweaking . My requirements are the same as for this phone + root-friendly (if you know what I mean ) + CM available for it... Also it shouldn't be as expensive as sgs3 or galaxy nexus, etc... It also should have bigger screen...
So, what do you guys think? I thought about byuing sgs i9000 as it has almost fully working JB...
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try Nexus or SGII. i'm also thinking of it )))))

twinky444 said:
I thought about buying the Asus Padfone (you will get tablet, keyboard and phone together), what do you think about it?
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But Asus Padfone is more expensive than the Nexus or SII
MicroGeek said:
Nah, galaxy nexus would be the best phone you could buy IMO
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Well, not fully agree
First - Nexus doesn't have slot for microsd card.
Secondly, the GPU is worse than the SII.
Thirdly - SII is more efficient.
Fourth - SII has better camera (8Mpix), Nexus - 5Mpix.
Nexus has higher screen resolution - 1280 × 720, but made in pentile technology.
Also, I'm wondering about these two phones, but more convinces me - Samsung Galaxy SII.

What do you think about Snapdragon S4 CPU and Adreno 225 CHIPSET? Just wondering how this will perform in Asus Padfone... I like the fact that this phone will get JB officially, but no forums here at xda...
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@up
This is a very good summary
Here you have nicely described:
http://www.anandtech.com/show/5559/...mance-preview-msm8960-adreno-225-benchmarks/3

I have used the Galaxy s2 and galaxy nexus and i just prefer the feel of the nexus. It is very well built and the speed is very good. Also, its a nexus and nexus phones always get amazing development forums :good:

if someone want to do more reasearch with i-5801 phone and can't digest other models,
Its now Available thru vodafone @ Rs.4900/- which is 92 USD approx.

Did you buy a phone twinky444?
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SamG3apollo said:
Did you buy a phone twinky444?
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Not yet, instead of it I have HP Probook 4540s as for the price of Galaxy S3 here in Czech Republic. It's for school now. I'm happy with it I'm now writing on this notebook. Perfect keyboard!
However, galaxy nexus will probably follow. I don't want the Nexus 4 for the "bad screen responsiveness" bug.
PS: I won't EVER sell my Galaxy 3! Love this phone

twinky444 said:
Not yet, instead of it I have HP Probook 4540s as for the price of Galaxy S3 here in Czech Republic. It's for school now. I'm happy with it I'm now writing on this notebook. Perfect keyboard!
However, galaxy nexus will probably follow. I don't want the Nexus 4 for the "bad screen responsiveness" bug.
PS: I won't EVER sell my Galaxy 3! Love this phone
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The pro book looks great and I also feel the same way about my g3 lol. I was thinking of getting a new phone but i decided to wait until marcelluse says if he's going to continue with cm10 development or any development on the g3. My parents gave me a tab 2 for Christmas so I'm not in a rush for a newer phone. I wished I could have donated to the devs for their work on the g3 for Christmas but I don't have a job I'm a student. I will try in the future
Happy new years by the way.
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I have a Nexus 4 and the dev over there is amazing. Yes if the micro-sd card slot and removal battery is a bumper, then this phone isn't for you. I would suggest the S2 or the Note 1. The Asus Padfone is a good choice but it makes sense when you have the tablet as well as the phone.
PS My Nexus 4 dosen't have any bugs.

[Q] What is the best Android phone?

Which model of Android phone, is the best? Why?

latestwebwonders said:
Which model of Android phone, is the best? Why?
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man u can't just say which android best :/ every phone has its pros and cons

budget
tell us about your budget

latestwebwonders said:
Which model of Android phone, is the best? Why?
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Well, its like saying which is the best car in the market, will you get an apt reply, no!
Also the mobile manufactures are actually on a war to provide the best one with specs, but the thing is it won't be the best one forever. So if you wait for the best, you won't be buying anything. So it would be the best, if you go on with a Mobile phone which has many positive reviews, great feedbacks, great Manufacture support etc.

Samsung
yagnesh97 said:
tell us about your budget
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Well I am very much contented with my Samsung Note 2. I love it and I think it's the best!

latestwebwonders said:
Well I am very much contented with my Samsung Note 2. I love it and I think it's the best!
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First of all, based on what requirements?

SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 OR HTC ONE

Samsung is the best for android

Well
greenjay said:
First of all, based on what requirements?
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everything I need in a phone basically is my note 2. It has a fast (quad-core) processor, latest OS (jellybean) and most of all it has an excellent 8 mp camera. love it!

Nexus 4
if you want a phone - nexus 4 is the best. if you want a tablet then either nexus 10 or Asus transformer TFxxx

The best phone i think the best features what all i need it in just one phone
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latestwebwonders said:
Well I am very much contented with my Samsung Note 2. I love it and I think it's the best!
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So why did u start a pointless thread?
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May be s4
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latestwebwonders said:
Well I am very much contented with my Samsung Note 2. I love it and I think it's the best!
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so you had your answer ... no need this thread. Discussions comparing devices can be done here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2229761

[Q] best tablet available in market

Hi guys I'm want some help I'm planning to buy a new tablet but I'm really confused which one to get what I really care for is performance and to be supported by custom roms Thnx in advance
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Google nexus 7
omaryahya97 said:
Hi guys I'm want some help I'm planning to buy a new tablet but I'm really confused which one to get what I really care for is performance and to be supported by custom roms Thnx in advance
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I Think Google nexus 7 is a great option. It's a great tablet in terms of performance also and it has many custom roms out there.
you must go for it!

prafull07 said:
I Think Google nexus 7 is a great option. It's a great tablet in terms of performance also and it has many custom roms out there.
you must go for it!
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Unfortunately it's not available in my country that was my top list choice but realised it's not available here
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omaryahya97 said:
Unfortunately it's not available in my country that was my top list choice but realised it's not available here
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Then you may consider Sony xperia tablet z.

omaryahya97 said:
Hi guys I'm want some help I'm planning to buy a new tablet but I'm really confused which one to get what I really care for is performance and to be supported by custom roms Thnx in advance
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Samsung galaxy or yoga !

jime1 said:
Samsung galaxy or yoga !
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Which galaxy tablet in specific?
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In my opinion, the good thing about Samsung tablets is that you pretty much get what you pay for and there's quite a lot of Roms made/ported for them. The Galaxy Note series tablets has better specs than the Galaxy Tab tablets. So if you want to use your tablet for more than a year without raging in frustration because the tablet can't cope with newer games, go with the Note series.
But the bad thing about Samsung tablets is that some, if not most of the newer Samsung Galaxy tablets have knox preinstalled in them that will break your device if you install custom Roms in them. There are ways to remove Knox but because of that the development of certain models are stalled and slow compared to other tablets from other brands.
Another thing is that, one model could have a lot of different version. An example, the Galaxy Note 8.0 might have a lot of custom Roms made for it but there's also a 3G , LTE and WiFi version and the most supported model is the 3G version and you bought an LTE version with little ROM support? Too bad for you then because you can't flash custom Roms made for one version with another version without having at least an annoying side effect.
Tl;Dr once you choose a particular model, go to that model's thread and see how much developer support it gets before buying it.
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emmm im not sure
yea u get stock if nexus 7 but the upcoming tabpro 8.4 will give u more features,if u dont like it u still can remove the bloatwares sooo depends on your needs