Community development strength - Samsung Galaxy A70 Real Life Review

You're a power user. Can the Samsung Galaxy A70 keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the Samsung Galaxy A70. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.
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You're a power user. Can the Samsung Galaxy A70 keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the Samsung Galaxy A70. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.
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Very poor as of now. Hope the situation improves soon

I use this phone for graphic designing & klwp interface creation. + video editing and gaming.
I've been using nova launcher and klwp on my phone. It handles all and any task I throw at it without any issues. Great phone...

The hardware is Ok i guess. But One UI...... isn't ok at all... below is my Play store comment which i left for Samsung One UI (1 star obviously):
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Really slow compared to Huawei's EMUI launcher or any other. I expected One UI to run much smoother and faster. Slow when searching from home (searching anything); even inside the phone settings, let's say I type any keyword, the loading circle spins at least 3 times before the first result shows up (in EMUI, AOSP, Microsoft launchers everything is fast and instant). If you swipe down at Homescreen, keyboard doesn't display automatically. All in all experience, very laggy. I hate it.
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which is why im waiting for some stable and official Lineage Rom.... I simply cant stand the software part.

Strenght is weak now :/ ... seems A70 is quite difficult device to work with and probably there is no big chance to get better --- without device seeding program like Xiaomi do on XDA .

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App launch speed

OMG! Kim K posted another selfie with tons of cleavage! Rate this thread to express how quickly apps launch on the Huawei Nexus 6P. A higher rating indicates that even the most intensive apps launch quickly and without hesitation, even if they are no longer in RAM.
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Not as fast here versus the Note5, but very top notch. Apps launch super quick
Seems on-par or better than other flagship devices.
For me apps are launching very quickly. So I would say app launch speed is excellent.
top notch speed here. I noticed the camera is way faster on custom builds.
top notch speed as well. all good
Yeah it has a top notch speed, seems a pretty good phone.
Even Google Hangouts launches quickly
wow looks great speedy phone
my mate 8 is extreamly fast but no custom roms haha
should i replace with nexus 6p?
rowihel2012 said:
wow looks great speedy phone
my mate 8 is extreamly fast but no custom roms haha
should i replace with nexus 6p?
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Actually I am interested in Mate8 because of its biiiiiiiger screen and best Soc at this moment, but I really care about the stock Android haha so little bit confuse, now holding N6 and feeling pretty good...
BUTTER
I just unlock Dev options and turn down the animation speeds as much as you want for a snappier response time.
I wish that game developers would optimize games for Android like they do for iOS. Take Angry Birds 2 and Deer Hunter 2016 for instance, those 2 games open lightning fast on iOS, but on the 6p, there's a noticeable delay when it's loading for the first time.
Upgrading to 7.x Android N will make a difference. The Just-In-Time compiler optimises app code and minimises delay.
Apps are claimed to install / load 75% faster.
theGeekyLad said:
Upgrading to 7.x Android N will make a difference. The Just-In-Time compiler optimises app code and minimises delay.
Apps are claimed to install / load 75% faster.
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I'm already running Nougat and the iPhone still smokes the 6p and the Pixel at opening games.
Prey521 said:
I'm already running Nougat and the iPhone still smokes the 6p and the Pixel at opening games.
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We're not having the iPhone or the iOS ecosystem in subject here.
Extremely satisfied with the app launch speed of my 6P. Apps launch very quickly and in app performance is top notch. Phone restarts offer significant boost in performance if you haven't restarted it for a month or 2. It's still not noticeable in daily use.
Not great
XDA_RealLifeReview said:
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It's not great after the update of Android Nougat

Software (ease of use, features, etc)

When you hand your phone to granny to take a photo of you, can she get the job done? Rate this thread to express how you deem the OnePlus 2's camera software. A higher rating indicates that the software is easy to use, fast, uncluttered, and inclusive of advanced features for when you need them.
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While the camera software looks really nice, it is quite rough. The shutter can be slow at times, the "swipe from the right to access gallery" can be buggy, and it uses different settings depending on if you launch the camera from the lock screen or from your launcher.
Sucks. I can't understand why the shutter speed is always so slow.
stupid software for the awesome hardware. other apps like cameramx and footej utilize the hardware so much better than the stock
OxygenOS could be with faster response to bugs. Anyway after few updates on LP worked just fine.
I think they need few updates to solve some bugs in MM, too.
Just few months ago OP release codes and CM and custom roms are much improving.
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Community development strength

You're a power user. Can the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.
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How are reviewers getting this phone so early?
Also I'd actually be very interested to see how the kernel works compared to the XZ2 and XZPREMIUM.
Little known fact, the XZPREMIUM has a third display mode: 1080p 120Hz. I will be very interested if the XZ2PREMIUM will have a feature like this hidden somewhere too. Unfortunately it was unstable in testing on XZPREMIUM, maybe it could be great platform to work on with the XZ2PREMIUM

Community development strength

You're a power user. Can the OPPO Reno Z keep up? Rate this thread to express how "healthy" the development scene is for the OPPO Reno Z. A higher rating indicates available root methods, kernels, and custom ROMs.
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<3 the phone, but the dev scene for it (& other Oppo phones) is dismal
I love this phone so far, but the dev scene for it (& for a lot of the Oppo range) is pretty sad, from what I've noticed.
Great phone,i love the ui from coloros6.But there is no to none third party development
Since I have had this phone, I have not seen a slice of 3rd party development, and that is due to the fact that the sources have not been released. On the verge of considering putting it aside as a spare phone and acquiring another phone that is rootable. There were too many things I depended on that required root.
Pretty much 0 development can be done due to the bootloader being completely locked and no fastboot binaries.

Is 240hz touch of Poco X3 worth it vs 120hz touch offer by others?

I'm going for an upgrade.
Need help here guys. I am one of those who's suffering on their previous Poco F1 issues, ghost touch and hang just a couple of times this past years.
My main issue is the "touch reponse" always has the "DELAY" mix with screen freeze mostly triggered while gaming.
To those who already own it there:
• I'm just asking if their 240hz touch is TRUE and PRECISE, or too good to be true?
• Does it beats the other brands offering 90hz ref. rate / 120hz touch, 60hz ref. rate / 120hz touch in terms of gaming or not?
'Coz the phone price for the specs like the Poco F1 offers more bang in the buck rather than it's competitors, again I'm worried if the CUTS is on it's "touch reponse and screen issues again." Just don't want to lose money again on something not.
If not I'll just try other brand out there.
To answer both if your questions, it's yes to both.
I came from a Samsung Galaxy A71 which I paid WAY more for what it was worth and you get everything it says on the box.
120Hz is fluid and buttery smooth and touch response is lightning fast and precise, yes even in games.
Just be sure to download Arrow OS and use that because MIUI is filled to the brim with crap that will make your device very slightly sluggish.
I'd say each to their own. Go to a shop (if their open where you are) and try for yourself. If not then find one online with a good returns policy. Just as a side note my GF has an A71 and it is a way better phone overall. IMHO 60Hz Amoled beats this cheap 120Hz LCD (grey is my new black now lol). It's painful to look at, especially in low light environment. 240Hz touch responsiveness is just a number to me. Can't tell the difference. Then again it's a personal preference and I admit that I got this phone thanks to high numbers on the spec sheet for a low price.
Fellow Poco F1 user here.
Although the entire internet was plagued with problems with the F1, I however faced none of those. It does not mean your issues are invalid, but I'm just saying the group mentality made people believe their phone had issues that it never had. Things like Light Bleed and stuff were blown so much out of proportion that people actually recreated scenarios that they would never face normally just to make them feel bad about themselves. My Poco F1 is still an amazing phone and it also takes some of the best pictures with the right mods.
Back to the point, I see way too many AMOLED fan boys always claiming AMOLED is better even though they don't want to accept the draw backs or technical limitations. They see a phone selling AMOLED and immediately think it's better.
And back to the main main point...
240hz is hardly differential from nearer touch response rates and not even the most stock, unless the stock is absolutely garbage. On a phone, touch response hardly matters because there isn't enough IPC to make that response any worth it.
Summary :
Is Poco X3 truly responding to touch at 240HZ?
YES.
Will you notice the difference from a decent refresh rate from a modern phone and this phone which is so proud of its 240hz
NO
Enjoy your phone and don't fall into these technicalities. You're only putting your mind into this anxiety mode whether the purchase you made was worth it or not. This is a great phone and I love it and I've come from 1+, Samsung, Moto (Google owned Moto), Nexus and even Pixels.
Even when using an iOS device side by side, I can definitely feel there's a difference, it is certainly better.
But I'll talk about 2 issues first.
1. But sometimes, the touch doesn't work (like it needs grounding), like when my phone is lying flat on a certain bedsheet, I can't casually swipe, I need to hold it in my hand.
2. And long swipes need some polishing (software side) to be more natural, e.g. when u swipe up from launcher to open app drawer, u need to move ur thumb straight up, instead of slight natural diagonal movement else it may just swipe to next home screen or vice versa: opening app drawer instead of swiping to next screen. I come from color os, and it is certainly tuned to be more natural. (less feature rich than MIUI but better polished than other iOS inspired OEM skins)
Now pros:.
Touch responsiveness is way better than most android phones (I have used upto Samsung S10+ ceramic edition, oppo reno 3 pro) and iphone 8, X, XS series (before Apple fans flame, I'm talking just about responsiveness and accuracy).
You definitely feel it with gaming, no sensitivity settings is wrong (no aiming stutter or slip) infact it'll register the slightest movement and adjust your aim accordingly. Sometimes when my hands get sweaty I turn down the touch sensitivity in game space to 70 percent.
Yepi69 said:
To answer both if your questions, it's yes to both.
I came from a Samsung Galaxy A71 which I paid WAY more for what it was worth and you get everything it says on the box.
120Hz is fluid and buttery smooth and touch response is lightning fast and precise, yes even in games.
Just be sure to download Arrow OS and use that because MIUI is filled to the brim with crap that will make your device very slightly sluggish.
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Hey, just wanted to know a few things, animations and transitions are jittery for some apps in MIUI, since you suggested arrow OS, does that get rid of these jitter and animation lags? Or is it a bad chip (which i doubt)
Moreover, does Arrow OS use MI Camera? Since it has option to use all sensors, do we get that in arrow? How is overall smoothness and camera quality?
ramnoob said:
Hey, just wanted to know a few things, animations and transitions are jittery for some apps in MIUI, since you suggested arrow OS, does that get rid of these jitter and animation lags? Or is it a bad chip (which i doubt)
Moreover, does Arrow OS use MI Camera? Since it has option to use all sensors, do we get that in arrow? How is overall smoothness and camera quality?
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If you want jitter free experience, use ArrowOS + F1xy kernel.
F1xy custom kernel is focused to bring lower latency and reduce jitter as much as possible.
And no, ArrowOS doesn't use ANX Camera (Miui Camera). You need to flash it yourself.
crDroid comes with it if you want it.
I guess if you're here and changing from China spying crap rom and unlocking bl and bypassing ARP, no..
You will probably not find a better working drvier/setup for that if you install unofficial roms. Meaning you can expect lower performance on these pieces of hw. For the cpu, some unofficial roms can have better performance (not sure about camera and screen drivers, dependents if manufacturer releases src code).
SkaboXD said:
If you want jitter free experience, use ArrowOS + F1xy kernel.
F1xy custom kernel is focused to bring lower latency and reduce jitter as much as possible.
And no, ArrowOS doesn't use ANX Camera (Miui Camera). You need to flash it yourself.
crDroid comes with it if you want it.
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Thanks. I'll try it asap.
NiTrOwow said:
I guess if you're here and changing from China spying crap rom and unlocking bl and bypassing ARP, no..
You will probably not find a better working drvier/setup for that if you install unofficial roms. Meaning you can expect lower performance on these pieces of hw. For the cpu, some unofficial roms can have better performance (not sure about camera and screen drivers, dependents if manufacturer releases src code).
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That's a lie if I ever saw one, I have ArrowOS with it's stock kernel (using MIUI's kernel sources) and everything works better than stock rom. Not to mention devs can implement driver updates for Qualcomm/Adreno chipset (AKA CAF versions) which improve performance much better than Stock ROM (manufactures usually take months to implement new drivers, if they ever do).
Yepi69 said:
That's a lie if I ever saw one, I have ArrowOS with it's stock kernel (using MIUI's kernel sources) and everything works better than stock rom. Not to mention devs can implement driver updates for Qualcomm/Adreno chipset (AKA CAF versions) which improve performance much better than Stock ROM (manufactures usually take months to implement new drivers, if they ever do).
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Just to add that it's also dependable to skill of developers. We are covered here since we have so many talented developers, so you can except great ROM performance + battery life. Custom ROM experience is also dependable on quality of sources and Xiaomi is not the best in this regard compared to Google, but it gets the job done. Also good developers modify sources in a good way, which leds to improvement in source code.
All in all, good developer for the device can make custom ROM which performs much better than stock ROM. Especially MIUI.

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