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[HTC EVO 3D] joeykrim:
very helpful advice. i know google has quite an advanced scheme to detect fraudulent transactions so their process can sometimes take a few hours to verify a legit transaction.

in addition to the comments on using skype/gtalk for free international chatting, if you're really into your google voice account and are at a computer, you should able to make phone calls out of your gmail account, using gchat which automatically routes through your google voice account.

i've only used this method to make and receive calls domestically, so i'm not sure how the international portion would work. maybe somebody has tried this method internationally and can post up their experience?

domestically, it has been very convenient if you're at your computer and sometimes calls your google voice number, it will ring in gtalk and you can answer directly there. makes it convenient to have one phone number ring everything.

hope that helps!
[HTC EVO 3D] Genjinaro:
Only Skype to Skype but yes.
[HTC EVO 3D] integra3g:
Same for GTalk

If you try and call a regular LAN line or cell number via GTalk that is domestic, it is free (for now), but international calls still cost money and the rates vary. GTalk to GTalk voice is free. I don't think there is any way to call internationally totally free without the use of the same app on both ends or PCs being involved (correct me if I am wrong). I think if there was, it would rule the market. My girlfriend only uses it to call a cell phone or LAN line to tell them to get on Skype or one of the many other video chat apps they use. My dad has a MajicJack that he uses when he travels but even that is $20 a year (I think??).
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JBNAquatics:
Hey guys so I bought the Skinomi, Xtreme Guard, and Realook screen protector to test and use. There are some notes that I hope you'll find useful.

Skinomi (~$7 shipped) :

Feels thinner in width than both of XG and Realook. The holes are cutout precisely for the speaker, proximity sensor, and front facing camera so that the entire screen (cept those three places) are protected. It also has less slip than XG. This requires water to apply. Comes with a plastic business card, a very nice box, and a tube of water/soap solution.

Xtreme Guard ($2 shipped):

Similiar to Skinomi with water application needed. The cutouts actually covers the proximity sensor and the front facing camera and speaker are cut straight out (see pictures below). Note: their customer service is excellent; my first order was defective and they immediately shipped one the next day. Comes with a small plastic piece to straighten out bubbles.

Realook ($12 shipped for 2 pieces)

The only place that is not covered is the speaker: front facing camera and proximity are both covered. The surface is slick hard plastic, not soft and grippy like the other two. The protector does not require water and is similar to the two pieces (front back) that you simply peel off and apply. Includes an alcohol wipe, lint-free cloth.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] langthang:
I test this Launcher on my CM7 ROM and it's working well so I want share it for everyone

Screenshoot:

Download link:

ICS_2.4_Launcher_new

ICS_2.4_Launcher

Origin link for it here: http://syndicateapps.com/main/index.html
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] langthang:
Honeycomb Launcher

Screenshot:

Download link:

Honeycomb_Launcher_Rebuild

Source: http://syndicateapps.com/main/All_Custom_Launchers.html
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] gdsbalaji:
good find!!!
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] UnReA|:
Thanks its good
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] boyppc:
very good, i adding my rom. thank langthang.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] allglorytoadonai:
i see its on the market now but with a update .horizontal app drawer and transitions but also a 1.29 price tag. please post the apk if you get it.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] marko_budva:
Does this works on Froyo 2.2?
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] jcsy:
it technically says all 2.1 + above so should be ^^
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] kemoman:
The 2.4 ICS works great for me on my hd2 running Tytung 2.3.6 and also my wifes 2.1 Eclair Samsung Vibrant.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] FELON1908:
Do you have another link please??
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] hesian:
Looks great on my HD2.

A small issue is a lot of my Apps are not available on the Apps screen. I can add them as shortcuts to one of the home screens.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] shahkam:
Id love to download but when i opened the apk it said error parsing the package :(
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] spinachming:
thank you very much,very good.
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] virdyraghav:
Parsing error.... can't install....
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] langthang:
Download again
[HD2 Android Themes and Apps] slbenz:
Using Tytung's NAND Nexus HD2 v3.0 and had two forcecloses. Not sure why they happened. Other than that, everything is working and is very smooth.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
i was at BestBuy last week, and was about to get the AT&T Galaxy S II, unfortunately i haven't established my own credit, so i have to deposit $500, on top of the $199 [phone price] before they sell me the phone. that's around $750 with the activation fee and taxes.

that made me think, should i just get the International Version from Amazon, since they're only selling it for $550? then just start an account with AT&T? or with T-Mobile, becuase i heard T-Mobile won't ask for a deposit? will it be worth it? also, regarding data speeds, will the international version be slower than AT&T's Galaxy S II? or will it be just the same?

i really like the International Version, because of the fact that it's the slimmest versus the other 3 US variants, and from the 3, i like the AT&T's version better than T-Mobile's and Sprint's, just because i don't like how the edges are rounded.

also, i need your reason why the version of your choice is better.

any comments, suggestions or tips will be appreciated.

thank you :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
International version if you don't need warranty.

I think either way you might need to do a deposit if you're signing up with AT&T though.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
hmm, so the $500 deposit is for the contract? and not for the phone?? i thought the idea was, deposit $500, so you don't run away with a $700 worth of phone.. -_-
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] j_bravo14:
the deposit is not for the phone, its for the line.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
It's for the contract/line. You pay $199.99 for the phone + $500 deposit for the contract/line.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Kadin:
Yeah unfortunately its very easy to rack up crazy charges on your bill so if you have no credit to show you're credit worthy, you get hit. It sucks but it could be $1k...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
ahhh. i get it now. ok, so how 'bout which is better? AT&T or the International Version? will data speeds differ from each other?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] sweetrobot:
IF you have an options, which I would assume, since you are asking, then definitely get the international. There are tiny physical differences, and some firmware. Some cases will fir both models, but not all. Some software will support both, but not all. In this case, if you want the greatest flexibility in software and accessories, go with international, as it's had a BIG head start.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
thank you for your suggestion. now for the carrier? should i go for AT&T or T-Mobile? (since i heard they don't require the $500 deposit unlike AT&T) and also, is the data speed faster on the AT&T's GSII versus the International??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
If your'e going with T-Mobile, you will have to buy T-Mobile's version of Samsung Galaxy S II, otherwise you will have no "3G/4G" data. You will only get EDGE data speed if you're using International or AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
The $500 is for contracts. If you walk into an att store with your own phone they won't ask for any money down. The only reason for contracts is to make sure they make back the discounts they give on phones. A contract is not needed if you have your own phone. Even if you're a terrible customer they only have to worry about a month. And how they schedule payments is your bill 'pays' for the next month. Even though your bill is based off your usage for that last month, you in reality are paying for the next month. That's why when you're late on a payment they don't immediately kill your line, cause they're not out money yet.

As far as what carrier? I'd go with att just for the chance tmobile deal goes through quicker than expected.

Having a phone through a carrier that is getting bought out = lots of frustration.

Having personally dealt with that situation twice, I can confidently say it's not worth it.

But since you wouldn't be on contract you could just as easily jump from tmobile to att (would be frustrating if you couldn't take your number with you, but our google overlords make that situation much better if you get a google number from them, no need to tell anyone your number even changed)

Obviously these are points with 'price being beside the point.'
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Truceda:
If you decide to get an international version, I have one for sale. I'll do $500 shipped. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1296689
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
@runtohell121 Wow for making my long post pointless. Too bad I didn't see your post till after I had already sent mine.

You're definitely right.

Tmobile uses both 1700 and 2100. One for upstream and one for downstream.

Unfortunately the galaxy s ii uses 850/900/1800/1900 bands for gsm.

Looks like att is the best choice, otherwise it will only be edge speeds.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
ok, so just for clarification, if i walk in to an AT&T STORE with the INTERNATIONAL Galaxy S II on hand, i won't have to pay $500 for the deposit? :confused: With that in mind, then it would be cheaper for me right? Because i'm a college student with no credit. because with what you said, i think i will definitely get the international version.

Forget T-Mobile, since i work in Irvine, Ca., most of my co workers that are with AT&T, have better coverage than Verizon and T-Mobile. My only question now is if i get the International Galaxy S II, and start a plan with AT&T, will it run the same data speeds as with AT&T's Galaxy S II? :confused:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
for some reason, i couldn't see your post, it says, its because im a new member. anyway, post the details here, or PM it to me. is it brand new? and where are you from? send pictures.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
I'm not too sure about the contract question, but I still think you would have to pay a deposit IF you sign a contract with AT&T. I personally don't know that you're allow to get service with AT&T without a contract or I never done it before so.. yea.. I don't know.. but my guess is that if you go into an AT&T store with your international SGSII, they will say it won't work or something LOL.

As for the SGSII data speed question, it will be the same as AT&T version as long as you have the correct data settings.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
thanks! but i need this clarified though. ive been watching videos of the international galaxy s ii.. i'm in love with it. :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
after googling and looking at at&t forum.. seems like you can do month to month with AT&T on an unlocked phone as long as it works. Just that I'm not too sure on what data package you would need.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
Ok, so what does the "correct data settings" that you were saying mean? Hmm, data package? I might want a 2GB data plan. Is that what you were asking?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
You will most likely have to enter the data settings to enable the 3G for the SGSII International to work on AT&T. By data pack, I mean you might be able to get the "dumbphone" unlimited since it's an unlocked phone..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
ohh, so it's not automatic? like let's say after i put in the sim card, it's not automatically gonna connect to "3G"? becuase look at this guy, he's from USA and doing a review of the Galaxy S II on AT&T.. you can clearly see he's running on 3G.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmivIH-5mxo

and around 6:20 of this video, he said that he's running AT&T's 3G HSPA+.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
re: SGS2 International

If you are really that concerned about the international version of SGS2 then

here is a sure way to do it, go into the AT&T store with NO phone in hand.

Tell them you want to have one of their low end "free" phones and have them

set it all up for you.

If they have no free phones (which I doubt) then simply buy

the lowest priced one they do have.

Then make sure everything works fine with the new free fone.

After you get home simply put the sim chip that's inside your

new free phone into the Samsung i9100 SGS2 fone and it will

start working right away even if you have not changed any of

it's settings at all.

Now put the new free phone back in the original box and sell

the phone on eBay like I always do or find someone who needs

to buy a new phone......

This way you end up with some extra cash to spend!!!!

I do it like this too every time I am elgible for a new free

phone.. (new customers are always elgible) ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] sweetrobot:
as quoted above, the reason is that t-mobile usa uses 'uncommon/ proprietary' frequencies which only 't-mobile usa' branded phones are fully equipped to handle.

at&t is essentially your only option. although t-mobile has superior pricing and more lenient and friendlier support, the custom frequency thing is what made me make the switch to at&t last month, after having been with t-mo for over 8 years.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] viciouspinoy:
wow i never thought of this. i could get the iPhone 3gs it's one of their free phones now, because the iPhone 4s just came out... that's a win win because my sister wants that phone.

i'll just get a microsim adapter.

couple of questions though, i stated earlier that i'm a college student and i don't have credit. do you think they would still sell me the contract with the free 3GS? or will they require me to make a deposit? and also, isn't the 3GS running on 3G? if i put the sim in the Galaxy S II, will it run 3G? or HSPA+? or whatever type of data speed the GSII should get? :confused:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] runtohell121:
iPhone 3GS uses a regular size SIM Card.

You will need to pay deposit if you sign a contract with AT&T. To get the iPhone 3GS, you will need to sign the contract. iPhone 3GS runs 3G HSPA 7.2 or something like that. It will work if you put the SIM in, but you need to change the data plan and get the correct settings.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
re: contract

Give the AT&T store a phone call first and tell them about your

personal situation being in college and so on and ask them what

if any deposit you will need. Tell them you need a cell phone and

that you would like to get the free iPhone 3G with your contract.

They will explain all the details and pricing of any depost needed.

Those iPhone 3G's which are free are all refurbs which is OK cause

they are free! Even if your your sister would not want it it's still

worth at least $100 on eBay, check it out for yourself.

Don't worry about the 3G/4G thing at all, after you get your free phone

with the contract and you remove the sim from the free phone and put

it into the Samsung i777 Galaxy if it does not connect properly with

4G all you do is go back to the phone store and they will give you a

free sim card which will work on 4G (if there is 4G in your area).

They will even setup your phone if needed BUT since its an AT&T i777

Samsung it should not need any setting up at all for it to work properly.

The reason that they will not charge you for the sim card is that the

only people who need a 3G/4G sim card are those who have a DATA plan

added to their contract and AT&T wants people to use as much data as

possible so they can charge for any extra data beyond their data plan.

Good luck!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
You worry too much. You DO NOT need a contract to use your phone.

It's BEST *NOT* to get a contract for your situation. If anything doesn't go how you want with att you can tell them, sorry this isn't for me. And be able to walk out without worrying about fees to break your contract.

Especially when the galaxy s3 comes out you could then choose to go under contract to get it cheap. By then they may trust you enough as a customer to not charge a deposit.

By not having a contract you stay in control. I highly recommend going to a non-corporate store. The employees don't have as many restrictions and usually will help you out in areas that they could get in trouble for if they were corporate. Just my personal experience.

As for adjusting the settings to get 3g and "4g" to work is very easy. Just requires setting up the apn properly. All stores know these settings, just if they will look them up for you. Worst case you can ask any friends with an android and copy their apn settings or look up online. I had to do that for my galaxy s ii. Walmart didn't have a clue so I just copied the one off my wife's atrix.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
And *please* don't let anyone you know, especially your family, get a 3g or 3gs on contract. The phone is already so old. Think how will look after two years of contract. Nearly 4 year old tech at that point.

Not to mention getting a 3gs on contract free will only save you at best $200. For that matter get a galaxy s ii and sell it for $600 then buy a 3gs for $200. $400 bucks in your pocket.

But ALL OF THAT is beside the point because no matter what they will charge the $500 deposit on a contract to get a smart phone, whether it's a free smart phone or brand new one.

Just stop in a couple att stores and tell them you're looking at getting a smart phone off the internet and want to use it with att. You're not under contract so no worries. Just ask some questions.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
@Misterjunky But he's not looking at the sgh-i777. He's looking at getting the international i9100.

I do alot of work for the non-corporate att stores and for their customers by fixing screens and getting smartphones to work on att prepaid gophone plans.

I promise getting a phone off the internet will work with att at full speeds. I've helped people do just that. With no contact required.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
re: you are right

You are right, thats why I just deleted my previous post...

I forgot that there are AT&T pay as you go type phones really cheap

BUT what will a months worth of average usage making/receiving

phone calls and texting, using internet and downloading cost?

It might cost so much per month that it may not be worth while for

people who use the phone for a lot more than just talking. :)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
@Misterjunky Very true. Using a smart phone on any prepay service should be done with caution. They can drop you as a customer if they feel you are violating fair and acceptable policies. Just the same as with contracts. You may get unlimited (fill-in-the-blank) but if you abuse it by using it excessively they have the right to come down on you because you'd be going beyond what would be defined as single customer usage.

People say we'll if I'm paying for it I can use it as much as I want. That thinking is flawed because you're demanding as a single customer to have unlimited access to their resources.

Doesn't mean you have can't have a really high month of usage. But when you consistently use more than some entire businesses use, somethings got to give.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
As for cost the Att prepaid gophone is unlimited everything for $50 a month.

The only reason I'm not going that way is I have five lines on my plan through my computer business. Buy in bulk and save.

If it was just one line I'd go with a gophone plan in a heartbeat.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
re: $50 per month

Just wondering if it costs $50 per month and you get unlimited everything

(unless you abuse the unlimited) and do not need to sign a contract plus

the ability to buy your phone from anywhere you want then what are the

real advantages if any for the millions of people who do have a ongoing

one or two year contract or just about to sign a new contract?

Perhaps after my contract runs out I should get the $50 buck a month deal?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
The advantage is you can save a few hundred dollars on getting a new smart phone by getting a contract, over $300 with the sgh-i777. And using anything non-att on a gophone plan requires an unlocked phone. Most customers aren't willing to do the work themselves and learn about unlocking a phone.

The benefit for you is, almost guaranteed wherever you get an international version it will come pre-unlocked.

And to even use an att smart phone on a gophone plan usually means adjusting the apn. Since att won't set it up for people most don't even try.

But if you go with a normal monthly plan like you were thinking the apn settings are pretty straightforward. That they can help you with in the store if they aren't too lazy. Not poking fun, but I know enough to spot laziness or lack of knowledge. Not saying I wouldn't do the same. You only can take ignorant customers who come in one after another who complain about their phone bill being too high and angrily demand it be lowered.

That's why I love being self employed. I can say 'Screw you and get out.' to unreasonable customers. Then give myself a nice raise.

In my own head I make $1,000 per hour.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Misterjunky:
How can you say people can save hundreds of bucks with a contract?

The 4GB data plan with AT&T costs $45 bucks a month, you multiply

that by 12 and its $540, if you buy the i777 phone from AT&T and pay

$200 for it and ADD the $540 12 month data plan it comes out to be $740.

For $500-$550 bucks you can buy a new Samsung i777 or a i9100 from eBay

buy-it-now.

I always bought my phones from eBay never had a problem.

Just last Friday I bought this i777 phone I have now on ebay for $500 brand

new including shipping.

So in one year the phone more than pays for itself if you add the $200 price

and the $540 12 month data plan with AT&T.

So this $50 a month no contract price for unlimited everything is actually

a better deal because AT&T no longer even offers an unlimited plan and

for a lot of us 4GB a month of data really goes by fast and is not a lot.

It can be used up real fast especially with these super high speed phones

which we have now.

For those of us who really use a lot of data the overage can add up easily to

perhaps an additional $20 a month at AT&T's going rate of $10 per each GB

of data that exceeds the $45 a month 4GB data plan.