Database Info

No Interest in Rooting?

After having 2 nexus devices I'm kind of rooted/rom'd out and want to enjoy the stock experience. I'm having trouble choosing between the Moto X and the Nexus 5. Is there no reason in getting the nexus 5 being that I'm not interested in rooting it?

The Nexus 5 looks to be a very good phone even stock and at a cheaper price that the Moto X. You can also still root and still use the stock rom.

won't really matter if you root or not. it's your choice. you can still get the n5 even if you don't plan on rooting it. i've done full stock for several nexus units already and they all work pretty well for me. i still get the occasional itch though.

I am watching this phone although I chose the Moto X. LG G2 has some issues ala microphone. Recording , speaker phone to name a few. This is basically a lg g2 with a lesser camera so. I want to see what's up in the first 6 months.

I have a Nexus 4 and used to rum cm10.2 but it was so unstable and never quite ran well. As of 2 months ago i reverted back to stock rom bootloader locked and it was th best thing ive done. The phone runs so much more stable and smoother and im also getting better battery life. It also seems quicker.
For me it was a waste of time rooting when the stock experience it what i think better.
When i get my Nexus 5 its staying stock

Cool to see I won't be the only one.

nate735 said:
I have a Nexus 4 and used to rum cm10.2 but it was so unstable and never quite ran well. As of 2 months ago i reverted back to stock rom bootloader locked and it was th best thing ive done. The phone runs so much more stable and smoother and im also getting better battery life. It also seems quicker.
For me it was a waste of time rooting when the stock experience it what i think better.
When i get my Nexus 5 its staying stock
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I had the same problem this guy had did the same thing and felt the same way so when I get my n5 also it will stay stock.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

I was using stock 4.3 on my N4 before going to the Samsung S4.. I honestly miss stock on my S4, TouchWiz is terrible. I'd at least root the device though, for privileges!

xSeany said:
I was using stock 4.3 on my N4 before going to the Samsung S4.. I honestly miss stock on my S4, TouchWiz is terrible. I'd at least root the device though, for privileges!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Exactly! I plan on on rooting it (privileges and apps) but staying on stock and not flashing.
Sent from my HTC-Z710a using xda app-developers app

I was running stock rooted on my N4 for a while but ultimately ended up throwing PA on there. There are some nice features that I miss in stock... quick settings pulldown with one finger, single tap to toggle wifi/bluetooth, etc... I'm sure i'll end up doing the same with my 5 if I decide to buy it.

Just want root to get rid of adds
Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk
---------- Post added at 04:41 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:41 PM ----------
Fidelio_o said:
Just want root to get rid of ads
Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk

I would go nexus 5. moto x is already several months old and support on the device will not last like it will for n5. Additionally if you decide to root down the road when support stops (for either device) the n5 will still have developer support.

I'll likely root it but stay stock. I'll probably also run Ubuntu Touch on it from time to time

ms0chez said:
After having 2 nexus devices I'm kind of rooted/rom'd out and want to enjoy the stock experience. I'm having trouble choosing between the Moto X and the Nexus 5. Is there no reason in getting the nexus 5 being that I'm not interested in rooting it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can answer your question with another question:
Are you interested in running latest Android version and getting latest updates first? As well as being able to get updates 2 years from now if you still have the device.
Would like pentaband 3G and LTE on your device?
A device with better camera, higher screen resolution, better specification making it more future proof than the Moto X, all this while being cheaper and required no contract?
---------- Post added at 02:37 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:32 AM ----------
Fidelio_o said:
Just want root to get rid of adds
Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Here you go, ads blocking without root: https://adblockplus.org/en/android
It might cause some app to not work though.

Stock 4.4 rom and Franco kernel will be a heavenly combo, best you`ll ever get and also with color- and soundcontrol :good: AdAaway will get rid of those annoying ads.

To your original question, the Nexus 5 would be the better choice.
1) Cheaper price.
2) Immediate / first OTA updates.
3) Better screen resolution - 1080p vs 720p
4) Processor - snapdragon 800 vs snapdragon S4 Pro.
Honestly I can't think of one thing the Moto X has over the Nexus 5. You want stock? Why not stock 4.4? What about any new Android releases? Gotta get a ported AOSP version if you want it right away...
Nexus 5 should be the best stock device of all time, no bloatware, faster updates etc.

Everything above is the reason I want the Nexus 5. Beside the fact that its minimally beautiful. I do have Verizon but my Nexus 4 on Aio. Verizon does have the best service for my location and the only working service at my home.

I truly believe that the moto x will receive fairly quick updates. Do I think they will be available the same day google releases an update.....no, very soon thereafter, yes. :good:
Now, which is the better device, the moto x or the Nexus 5, Nexus 5. The only reason I would say buy the moto x over the Nexus 5 is because you want a smaller form factor, which some people prefer.

I had the nexus 4 for awhile and switched over to the iphone 5 once it did 3g on my carrier. I played with almost all higher end android phones rooting/ custom roms and was really always wanting more. I believe I went through probably 15-20 phones selling and trading . Grew very tired of it!!! I've had the iphone 5 for the past 6-7 months purchased from apple and I am happy with it. Nexus 5 I am looking to purchase but most likely wont be tinkering with roms or anything, I hope not.
Wife will get the iphone 5 , which has apple warranty on it and Ill probably sell her iphone 4s unlocked with a mophie case for $300 or so. So hopefully Ill enjoy the nexus 5 and the android os again.

So I decided as soon as it went live today....I ordered the Nexus 5. Super excited. Hopefully won't be disappointed.

[Q] Help me decide my next phone!

Hello guys,
I've been searching recently to decide which phone will be my next phone in 2 months. The parameters for me to decide are, I keep the phone at least few years like my current SGS2 phone and I need it to stay above average. I know I may see better for next 6 months or so but I want to decide in this period. Money is not a factor.
I've been reading about new Knox for SGS5 and every poll in other websites I've read was saying they are not going to buy or they are not interested and disappointed!
I also read about another Galaxy S 5 named F series or Galaxy Prime! It's the same as Galaxy S 5 but with better specs and metal unibody!
I stuck to choose between these:
Google Nexus 5 (32gb, LTE)
Samsung Galaxy S5 (prefer 32gb but if it's available till then, LTE)
Samsung Galaxy S4 (I9505 LTE)
I also created a poll for the ones who are lazy to answer.
Any response, opinions are welcomed.:good:
Thank you.
EDIT:
I prefer removable battery because in my country any official repair center has no meaning and they are all in one that asks money for their services. So in few years period I need atleast one new battery as my previous experiences. And having removable battery is a factor. And having an SD card is but with 32gb version that would not be a huge problem but I prefer having removable battery and SD card slot.
I heard about nexus 5 battery life that as its best it would be average. Having a good battery life could be a factor too.

You want to go here - Device suggestion
Also since you haven't really mentioned any real requirements, I'd suggest going for the new HTC One or the Xperia Z2.

vj_dustin said:
You want to go here - Device suggestion
Also since you haven't really mentioned any real requirements, I'd suggest going for the new HTC One or the Xperia Z2.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for mentioning that thread! :good:
I added a few ones now. I don't need all those new gimmicks that new galaxy series are providing but having them is not a bad idea! Also I prefer to feel the phone in my hands comfortably and I don't care about it's unibody or the quality of the body!

Extra features on S5 arent that amazing...Note 3 all the way

pSyCh¤_O_O said:
Extra features on S5 arent that amazing...Note 3 all the way
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Previously I thought who would get Note series with those huge lcds! But now all the new phones have 5" lcd so they all are phablets IMO.
I really don't know about Note series you just add an extra option for me. Yeah the leather back is awesome even the features that S-pen brought if you don't consider the extra bucks for it but I don't need all those feature. I think I would stay with my current choices and won't add note to those.
Thanks for your suggestion I really appreciate it.

LG G2 is a good device. Take a look on it. Very good battery life camera processor and screen .... but it doesn't have a removable battery :/

I would suggest the S5 as it has:
+ removable battery, which is IMHO very important
+ sdcard slot, so no real need for 32gb version
+ water resistance (ip67, half an hour under water)
+ hardware buttons
+ an IR-blaster
Regards!

Rachid.Ala said:
LG G2 is a good device. Take a look on it. Very good battery life camera processor and screen .... but it doesn't have a removable battery :/
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for your suggestion. I was exactly looking at this phone on gsmarena right now! It has a good specs but I don't know why I don't like the way it looks! It's way too simple! It almost has the same hardware as SGS5. According to gsmarena G2 has only better battery life in idle! But we can't be sure with an unreleased phone!
It also don't have SD card slot.
If I'm going to add another option to my choices I would go with Sony Xperia Z2! I just love the way it looks and it also don't have removable battery and even SD card slot. lol
But anyways thanks for your suggestion I really appreciate it.:good:
gordon.shameway said:
I would suggest the S5 as it has:
+ removable battery, which is IMHO very important
+ sdcard slot, so no real need for 32gb version
+ water resistance (ip67, half an hour under water)
+ hardware buttons
+ an IR-blaster
Regards!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The only things that makes me to stay away from this phone are the Knox thing and many uninterested people according to some of polls on which websites I've read, it makes it less popular and for us on xda that we all use custom roms, this would be a potential issue!
And another thing is the release date on April 11th and LTE version on release date. I want to buy it off-contract.

Rachid.Ala said:
LG G2 is a good device. Take a look on it. Very good battery life camera processor and screen .... but it doesn't have a removable battery :/
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
it has @dorimanx [emoji122][emoji122][emoji106][emoji3][emoji14]
Beam-ed through your pineal gland via//Android 4.4.2.//

rkoby13 said:
it has @dorimanx [emoji122][emoji122][emoji106][emoji3][emoji14]
Beam-ed through your pineal gland via//Android 4.4.2.//
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey mate. Long time no see!
Yeah nice I know. It really makes me to go and buy it right now! but I don't like it I don't know why!
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

IMHO it depends on what sort of software you want to end up running. I love AOSP, so I'm planning to get Nexus 5. It's intended to run AOSP, so support, drivers and development will be awesome On the other hand, if you like running AOSP but buy a closed source (e.g. Exynos Samsung) then you're going to be compromised from the start. I see from your signature that you're on Slim atm, maybe keep that in mind if you plan on switching to AOSP.
I do like the look of the new HTC One though. :silly:
Edit: and, it is SD card expandable. No removable battery though.

And you posted this to I9100 Q&A why exactly ? Just because you currently have one is no reason at all, this thread belongs in one of the general chit chat forums, not a device specific one. I'm tipping mods move this.

Hopper8 said:
IMHO it depends on what sort of software you want to end up running. I love AOSP, so I'm planning to get Nexus 5. It's intended to run AOSP, so support, drivers and development will be awesome On the other hand, if you like running AOSP but buy a closed source (e.g. Exynos Samsung) then you're going to be compromised from the start. I see from your signature that you're on Slim atm, maybe keep that in mind if you plan on switching to AOSP.
I do like the look of the new HTC One though. :silly:
Edit: and, it is SD card expandable. No removable battery though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've never tried to choose my phone from software view! The only thing that matters for me is ability to root your phone. Cause I'm end up doing it anyway. The software is important too because of development, and new Knox thing for S5 makes it even harder except the fact that it's closed source. But afaik it has snapdragon 801 and they are not closed source, aren't they?
On the other hand reviews on Nexus 5 battery life worries me. Cause they said it would do average as its best and it's not a removable battery. I won't expand the battery but with my usage I end up with f*cked up battery and it needs to be replaced in first two years of use! Having or not having SD card is not a big factor with 32gb nand for me.
It's getting worse to decide a phone.
And looking at Sony Xperia Z2, I stuck between S5 and Z2. Buy with aosp and development of Nexus 5 software, I really don't know which one to get.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

I would suggest going with a device that has "enthusiastic" developer's who unlike our poor devs doesn't have to deal with lots of proprietary headache, accordingly my most logical advice would be the Nexus 5, but again its not the high end configuration that attracts me its the dev support and update frequencies so if it was me I would still be happy with the poor mans Nexus ie. the beautiful Moto G, and if I had money to waste I would look at the Google Play Edition HTC One (M8).
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

king_below_my_lord said:
I would suggest going with a device that has "enthusiastic" developer's who unlike our poor devs doesn't have to deal with lots of proprietary headache, accordingly my most logical advice would be the Nexus 5, but again its not the high end configuration that attracts me its the dev support and update frequencies so if it was me I would still be happy with the poor mans Nexus ie. the beautiful Moto G, and if I had money to waste I would look at the Google Play Edition HTC One (M8).
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah exactly. The only thing attracts me to Nexus 5 is this. It's even easier and cheaper for me to buy Nexus rather than other phones that I'm planning on. But the fact that I need to hold on to this phone in next few years scares me the most! Maybe buying Nexus 5 now and see for consumer advice and reviews after releasing S5 in few months then change my phone again? It would be possible but money wise I don't think so.
I don't like HTC phones in rooting matter. Two of my friends had HTC and after rooting they hard bricked their phone!
I was hoping for S5 google edition? Fingers crossed.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

ercxar said:
I've never tried to choose my phone from software view! The only thing that matters for me is ability to root your phone. Cause I'm end up doing it anyway. The software is important too because of development, and new Knox thing for S5 makes it even harder except the fact that it's closed source. But afaik it has snapdragon 801 and they are not closed source, aren't they?
On the other hand reviews on Nexus 5 battery life worries me. Cause they said it would do average as its best and it's not a removable battery. I won't expand the battery but with my usage I end up with f*cked up battery and it needs to be replaced in first two years of use! Having or not having SD card is not a big factor with 32gb nand for me.
It's getting worse to decide a phone.
And looking at Sony Xperia Z2, I stuck between S5 and Z2. Buy with aosp and development of Nexus 5 software, I really don't know which one to get.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Root isn't everything... unless you want to be stuck with stock ROM and Xposed for the life of the phone, something I couldn't do. I want custom ROMs and especially kernels for my phone, the more the better. What if it's bootloader locked and not un-lockable? No custom kernel for you then. Have you had a look at the N5 forums on xda? More roms/kernels/mods than you can imagine

Hopper8 said:
Root isn't everything... unless you want to be stuck with stock ROM and Xposed for the life of the phone, something I couldn't do. I want custom ROMs and especially kernelsfor my phone, the more the better. What if it's bootloader locked and not un-lockable? No custom kernel for you then. Have you had a look at the N5 forums on xda? More roms/kernels/mods than you can imagine
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah exactly. Fortunately I want to buy my phone off contract so it has a chance that bootloader is not locked on an specific operator!
You are making me to go for Nexus 5 but my heart says go for your true love which is S5.
I think I would wait until the S5 release date and see some actual reviews then decide. If I had a chance to be able to buy another phone in one year period, I'm saying this because if you buy new phone and sell it a week after the price would drop and in my opinion it's a real waste of money, I would definitely buy Nexus 5 then go for S5! It would be a win win situation. :victory:

ercxar said:
Yeah exactly. Fortunately I want to buy my phone off contract so it has a chance that bootloader is not locked on an specific operator!
You are making me to go for Nexus 5 but my heart says go for your true love which is S5.
I think I would wait until the S5 release date and see some actual reviews then decide. If I had a chance to be able to buy another phone in one year period, I'm saying this because if you buy new phone and sell it a week after the price would drop and in my opinion it's a real waste of money, I would definitely buy Nexus 5 then go for S5! It would be a win win situation. :victory:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have now the N5....I have to say its awesome...The development for this phone is top notch imo...I wanted a removable battery to start with but thats through old habits..Im a pretty hard user but not with games..Im running slimkat with elementalX kernel....Its so good...I found the LG G2 a touch to big for what I wanted...Good luck with your decision and who knows we may even meet up on the hammerhead thread....
Edit - I just couldnt go back to samsung...

gippy2 said:
I have now the N5....I have to say its awesome...The development for this phone is top notch imo...I wanted a removable battery to start with but thats through old habits..Im a pretty hard user but not with games..Im running slimkat with elementalX kernel....Its so good...I found the LG G2 a touch to big for what I wanted...Good luck with your decision and who knows we may even meet up on the hammerhead thread....
Edit - I just couldnt go back to samsung...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh really? Are you happy with it? How about the battery life? As I said on previous posts I'm reading the battery life on N5 would be average at its best! I'm not a gamer on phone too but sometimes I just play to get the time past when I'm outside and bored.
Yeah in matter of development no other phone can even compare to N5!
I'm now really stuck between N5 and S5! I know the price is half of S5 but I really don't know! I like the new features in S5 specially the Camera and Ultra Power saving mode. But with Knox I don't know if any custom roms would be available even two months after release!
May I ask why you wouldn't go back to samsung? Just being curious.
I want to tell my friend in US to buy me a 32gb version with LTE for N5 and the same would be happen with S5! And I can see her approximately in next month! So till then I have a chance to see the S5 being released! But right now I'm feeling end up buying N5. lol :victory:

Perhaps this affects your decision, chainfire managed to root the s5!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696537

[Q] Should I BUY

Hello everyone ,
Few days back My Samsung Galaxy s2 Was stolen . .I loved it but now it's gone .
So need to buy a New One . So i was thinking of buying Nexus 5 or Note 3 . or s4
As i already am a fan of Samsung but people around me is saying i should by nexus 5 ..and it's the best out there..also i can't buy s5 .
So i would like to seek your help for this
Thanks

Sinbad Konick said:
Hello everyone ,
Few days back My Samsung Galaxy s2 Was stolen . .I loved it but now it's gone .
So need to buy a New One . So i was thinking of buying Nexus 5 or Note 3 . or s4
As i already am a fan of Samsung but people around me is saying i should by nexus 5 ..and it's the best out there..also i can't buy s5 .
So i would like to seek your help for this
Thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Most of the replies on this forum will favor the Nexus 5 for obvious reasons With that said, the N5 is a great bang for your buck, especially if you are unable to get the S5. And the development community is very strong

Just BUY IT!

As you like Samsung as you said, you will miss some specific features you will not find on the N5. Me personaly i like vanilla android better then TW and don`t miss a thing. But maybe something to consider when you buy a phone..

Buy the phone that helps you read sticky threads at the top of boards. Big plus if it prevents you from putting questions in the general section.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Asking here is pointless, as already said. Obviously we're biased. Lol
Just read about each in their forum sections and on the web....and decide.
If you want tonnes of development... N5 is the clear choice. If you don't care, get what suits your needs best.
Sent from my N5, N7, Moto X, G Tab 3 or S2.....

I recommend a blackberry

mistahseller said:
I recommend a blackberry
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol. In that case, I recommend a payphone.
sent from my neXus 5

I've switched from S2 to N5 week ago. Nexus 5 is really amazing phone! I've never seen so smooth and responsive android phone. Of course, nexus 5 is not ideal - GPS is far from perfect and battery life is not impressive. But overall I'm quite happy from my new phone. I still have my S2, but it's so laggy

I have both a Nexus 5 and a Note 3. Love the Nexus 5 way more, I barely use my Note 3.

skibbi_pl said:
I've switched from S2 to N5 week ago. Nexus 5 is really amazing phone! I've never seen so smooth and responsive android phone. Of course, nexus 5 is not ideal - GPS is far from perfect and battery life is not impressive. But overall I'm quite happy from my new phone. I still have my S2, but it's so laggy
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Install the cm11 kitKat rom on it and enable art. I still have mine and it's increased performance due to kitkat is amazing.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

I've switched from S2 to N5 week ago. Nexus 5 is really amazing phone! I've never seen so smooth and responsive android phone. Of course, nexus 5 is not ideal - GPS is far from perfect and battery life is not impressive. But overall I'm quite happy from my new phone. I still have my S2, but it's so laggy
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I did too, but for GPS and battery life it's in both cases a very big upgrade. Can't compare to the Note 3 or S4 though as I didn't had those ones...
Send from the Matrix

Donnie Sins said:
I did too, but for GPS and battery life it's in both cases a very big upgrade. Can't compare to the Note 3 or S4 though as I didn't had those ones...
Send from the Matrix
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just in terms of battery life...the S4 is not away...but I assume that the note 3 yes. It has a bigger battery and a bigger backlight...but not a "bigger" and all the rest.
Sent from my Nexus 5

[Q] Choose between One plus one and Nexus 5

Hello, I want an advice, I am thinking of buying an new smartphone. I have searched for various devices online and got stuck between two device One plus one and Nexus 5. Please provide me with your helpful insights " What device I should go for".
Thanks!!!

Neeraj_10 said:
Hello, I want an advice, I am thinking of buying an new smartphone. I have searched for various devices online and got stuck between two device One plus one and Nexus 5. Please provide me with your helpful insights " What device I should go for".
Thanks!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The OnePlus One is essentially a Nexus 5.5, apart from the factory OS. It's every bit as easy to root and flash custom ROMs and kernels, if that's what you're in to. If not, CM11S/12S is an improvement on AOSP Android.
That aside, the OPO is a superior device in every way. Better camera, faster processor and GPU, more RAM, and a much longer lasting battery. The main complaints people have had with the Nexus 5 was the mediocre camera and disappointing battery life.
The question is how big of a phone do you want? The OnePlus One is big, the Nexus 5 is relatively compact. If you prefer something more compact, may I suggest an LG G2 instead of the Nexus 5. Same processor, practically the same dimensions, but a bigger screen, much better camera, and far better battery.
Also, remember that the OnePlus Two is soon to be released, and also later this year a new Nexus 5 made by LG. You might want to wait if you're not in desperate need of a new phone.

Neeraj_10 said:
Hello, I want an advice, I am thinking of buying an new smartphone. I have searched for various devices online and got stuck between two device One plus one and Nexus 5. Please provide me with your helpful insights " What device I should go for".
Thanks!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What do you want it for?
---------- Post added at 18:55 ---------- Previous post was at 18:51 ----------
However, you can post this here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846277&page=last

Hannah Stern said:
What do you want it for?
---------- Post added at 18:55 ---------- Previous post was at 18:51 ----------
However, you can post this here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846277&page=last
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Basically, I want it for my personal use and also one more purpose "GAMING".

OnePlus One. I am personally using nexus 5. And I don't want to give it up. But One+ is the future.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

ill go with nexus 5 more devs
Sent from my B180 using Tapatalk

Neeraj_10 said:
Basically, I want it for my personal use and also one more purpose "GAMING".
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well, OK. I think, for that reason, the 1+1 is a little bit better.
Please note, that both phones have no changable battery/MicroSD
I recommend the 1+1 with 64 GB.

[Q] [Don't shoot][Noob Warning] Why is there no CM for the GS6?

Hi everyone.
Excuse my excitement. Should be getting my GS6 in a week. Was looking for stock CM. Was surprised to find there isn't one. The GS5 had one.
Is this Samsung's doing?
Thanks!!

No cm for s6..get a 6p instead

Diaze said:
No cm for s6..get a 6p instead
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks. The S6 is as big as i'll go in terms of size. The 6p is a monster.

benyben123 said:
Hi everyone.
Excuse my excitement. Should be getting my GS6 in a week. Was looking for stock CM. Was surprised to find there isn't one. The GS5 had one.
Is this Samsung's doing?
Thanks!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's all Samsung's doing, bro. :good:
Samsung never fully released the complete source code of their proprietary Exyenos cpu's, which are damn good btw, unlike Qualcomm with their Snapdragons, which are open-sourced and the same you had in your S5 (which had CM)
The S6 took the honour of being the most powerful phone of 2015! Highly subjective, I know, but true according to a lot of benchmarking sites on the net.
CM ain't all that either imo. Much prefer all the features of Samsung stock rom over CM anyway. Promised myself I'd stay away from Exyenos cpu's (since I got S4 with one & CM sucked on it) but couldn't resist the temptation of getting S6 since the prices had fallen now big time. The hardware is A for Away!
Take the S6 bro - it's a good device & don't stress about CM. Apparently there are some development for S6 ongoing, but I wouldn't get my hopes up if I was you. It won't ever be perfect. Ever.

benyben123 said:
Hi everyone.
Excuse my excitement. Should be getting my GS6 in a week. Was looking for stock CM. Was surprised to find there isn't one. The GS5 had one.
Is this Samsung's doing?
Thanks!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dont buy s6 you will regret ! There is no cm for s6 never will be
It has bad problems imei and selfie camera problem
i recommand 6p
Dont buy s6 !

tazaga said:
Dont buy s6 you will regret ! There is no cm for s6 never will be
It has bad problems imei and selfie camera problem
i recommand 6p
Dont buy s6 !
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why ? The S6 is one of the best phones ever made , i just bought one 3 weeks ago and i already forgot "root" and "custom roms". Samsung have my respect now , they did an awesome job.
Sent from my SM-G920F using XDA-Developers mobile app

Soufiansky said:
Why ? The S6 is one of the best phones ever made , i just bought one 3 weeks ago and i already forgot "root" and "custom roms". Samsung have my respect now , they did an awesome job.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Because the 6p has almost as many issues as the note7 at this point? That's the worst recommendation for a device trade in overall.
To be honest I'm very interested to see where OnePlus, HTC, LG & Moto will be taking their devices with the next roll out.