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[General Topics] piftoffpenguin:
Which One?

Galaxy Note 3 or Xperia Z ultra??

Ok, so my HTC One is a big piece of crap that formally bricked itself subsequent to the battery dying during a call. This is common and complete BS if you ask me, but its where I'm at.

I'm stuck with a choice now. I am getting a new phone Saturday (tomorrow) and I have some decisions to make on it and I would appreciate some of your thoughts on it here.

I have 3 on my list I'm willing to consider, but they have to have big screens and horsepower. I'm a Network Engineering Consultant, so I'm always on the go and I need a large powerful device. With that said, my 3 choices are below and I am open to suggestions. I'm on T-Mobile:

In order of interest:

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Galaxy Note 3

Google Nexus 5

I normally root and flash a custom ROM but when my 4 month old HTC One died from a full battery drain both HTC and T-Mobile would not help because I had rooted it and basically told me I was on my own, so I don't really care what ROMs it supports or how easy it will be to root. Thanks guys

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Now that I think about the Xperia has a battery that's not accessible much like the HTC One, so after this experience its out. I wont get stuck with another phone I cant open up. I guess it has to be that way to be water proof. . . . Damn - ok then

Note 3 or GN5?
[General Topics] bacsilove:
Definitely the G2 when I can find a nice deal, maybe when it cool down a bit.
[General Topics] force70:
By then the G3 will be out!

sent from canada via my G2, Note 3 or S4
[General Topics] friendlybiker:
Blu Studio 5.5, just got it.
[General Topics] androidkilla911:
either of them

i love the sleek design and sense 5 of htc one but i would go for lg g2 or note 3
[General Topics] andrewsmith500:
Whats your next smartphone

For sure it will be Samsung Galaxy S4
[General Topics] madmax86:
I'm waiting for s5 mini: P
[General Topics] shubh_007:
Everything is possible with android. There is flash player available even for KitKat unofficially. :D
[General Topics] divine.impulse:
motorola ara

motorola ARA or phone blocks wil be the way to go
[General Topics] EEhobbyist:
I am enjoying my HTC One with cm11 nightly.
[General Topics] thepaperescape:
I am also enjoying the HTC One with CM11. Next time I'll probably give some more attention to a prerooted (developer edition) Nexus, Oppo, or One+.

Seems like there are a lot of devs that work with Nexus phones and less hassle since they are Google/Android phones.
[General Topics] madmax86:
I s4mini but there are still problems with it: (
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
i believe it will be nothing:p

the same happined for s3-s4 (mini)

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[General Topics] madmax86:
s4 mini is ok but I have problems with the program and battery
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
ok ??

all phones are ok.

but with this price , it is nothing. You can just buy s3 it is much bettrt.

so, for people who want s5 mini just buy and s4;)

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[General Topics] superenzo99:
nexus 5

my next phone is Google Nexus 5 because Google is the best!

But I wrong to buy a Xperia Sola :(
[General Topics] madmax86:
s4 mini perform better in tests than s3
[General Topics] aashishb4u:
samsung

I have samsung tab 2 but I think samsung S4 will be best
[General Topics] AI0LIA:
GOOGLE Nexus 5!!!:good:
[General Topics] darksideauto:
Just switched from an LG G2 to the xperia z1 compact. Its really nice being able to use one hand to navigate my phone while still having all the amazing specs of a top tier device. I am hoping the z1c does well and it can progress another generation. Hopefully it will be a tiny bit thinner and have a display that fills up the front panel a bit better(maybe 4.5-4.7 might fit in the same dimensions) and will keep using the best of the best hardware.
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
but , trust me. s3 is more better in every thing:)

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[General Topics] pianoman674:
That's so tough to answer, it really depends on what you're looking for. I'm a huge fan of the Razr Maxx which I just recently left. The battery life on it is phenomenal, but unfortunately I got stuck in an endless loop of crappy "Verizon Certified Replacement" devices which would break every three months. My original device was a trooper though, and I loved that I could even go two days without charging it sometimes. If I wasn't so tempted by new technology, I probably would have just bought another one of those new...

But since I finally caved and bought myself something new, I would also recommend the Moto X which I just got. I love that you can customize it - I'm a sucker for that - and it's a decently powerful phone with a clean experience and some neat innovations without being too gimmicky. Although I've had very little time with it, I do recommend it outside of if you like your devices rooted. Unfortunately it's a bit of a pain to root and I'm having issues with that right now, but if you could care less and want a purely stock experience, go for it!

Otherwise, the Galaxy series is always a safe bet, such as the GS4 or Note 2. I personally hate HTC because I think their launcher sucks and they bog the system down with way too much bloatware, but the HTC One is the most impressive devices they've put out so far. There's plenty of good choices out there on the market.
[General Topics] MT27i:
Sony Xperia SP? Hmm, :o

I love sony :highfive:
[General Topics] dearsergio:
Have you used it? I LOVE my note. Probably will upgrade to the 3 soon. It's big but you get used to it very quickly. After that, you can't use any other phone because they're too small. Just think about it.
[General Topics] Devon1080:
Galaxy S5

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Wrong crowd!
[General Topics] Spotja:
I used to bash iOS like a lot android fans do, but since the day I bought the iPhone 5, I've been very Open minded when it comes to these 2 platforms. I'm enjoying the best of both worlds
[General Topics] lightinwater:
Zopo ZP998 or ThL T200, though funnily enough the efforts of the ThL shill in this topic makes the T200 a LESS likely outcome (that and both of their batteries not being big enough)
[General Topics] rutvikbgajjar:
LG optimus G2
[General Topics] mano2:
Yes I know. However I tried all of them but currently none of them working with Twitch.

That why I want to buy a somehow "confirmed" phone that can run flash even unofficially. :)
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
every thing possible.

just go for it , he will love it more than windows coz everything:)

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[General Topics] xgrox:
My next phone? Nexus 6, what else?

TapaT & Nexus⁴
[General Topics] badaeng:
Hey guys,

I am looking for a Phone with a good developmental community, especially AOSP-wise. Other specs I need are microsd-support and 2gb of RAM, don't mind more though. Possibility of a battery change would be nice. I had a S3 but that one broke down on me three times within one year and I really didn't like the looks of it so I'd rather not go for Samsung again.

What do you recommend?
[General Topics] tillward:
I'm trying to decide between the Galaxy S4 Mini and the Sony Z1 Compact. Has anyone got any good reasons to go for the Galaxy? I'm leaning towards the Z1 at the moment, mostly due to build quality.
[General Topics] Paul Blake:
S4 mini have infrared blaster and its cool , tw features but z1 has more powerfull cipset... i would chose s4 mini cuz its half price of z1 compact.... or z1 compact for build quality performance and battery
[General Topics] NodakRandall:
Im running 4.4.2 Official AOKP on my M7VZW. Im coming up for an upgrade, and unfortunately I have to stay with Verizon because of cell coverage in my area, its a damn monopoly. What is the next best thing VZW has to offer? Should I wait for M8?
[General Topics] gelomc:
My next phone? LG g2 o nexus "6" xD

Inviato dal mio Xperia S utilizzando Tapatalk
[General Topics] skull495:
Galaxy S5 For sure!
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
i just got a good news.:D

my dad will help me to get galaxy s4 inested of s3 but i have to wait for the last of February.

but no problem;)

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[General Topics] Mathemagician14:
can anyone recommend a good keyboard smartphone in 2014?

I'm using the Samsung Captivate Glide but honestly all the ROMs are awful and unsupported nowadays

My contract is up for renewal soon so I'll get a new device, and I really like keyboard phones, but don't have any idea if there are any left
[General Topics] 350Rocket:
I don't think there has been any decent ones since the HTC g2 or desire z.
[General Topics] Dackwing:
I've got the S4 mini and its perfect. Only issue for me would be the battery
[General Topics] enkaiyex:
Definitely get a Galaxy S4, I love mine!
[General Topics] safereg:
S5

I will buy galaxy s 5 if it relase soon ........
[General Topics] hariram1992:
lumia 1520 or nexus 5
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
galaxy s4 snapdragon 600 or lg g2?

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[General Topics] jbmkawaii:
lenovo has been releasing great and affordable phones lately!

Check out the A516, it may not look good on paper with only 512 RAM, but its dual core proc is capable of running Real Racing 3!

A better alternative is Lenovo A706 which has 1GB RAM and Quadcore Snapdragon Proc! both are just around 100 USD!
[General Topics] Kenobz:
I'll have to wait a couple years for the Galaxy Note 5.8987 I'm sure its the horizon somewhere. For now tablet with Bluetooth works since its everything with size mingled. Tablets remind me of Star Wars Datapads except my Comlink is inside. O-O
[General Topics] dudumelo:
Galaxy s5 Active, if it comes with Ip68, at least.
[General Topics] josephnero:
Sony xperia Z2
[General Topics] Ideas4ya:
I've got the Note 3 now with AT&T. Locked bootloader = I need another device. What device would beat it right now?
[General Topics] itsdandandan:
Probably a Z2. Too hard to decide at the moment though!
[General Topics] StarkRaving:
Due to many things, I have been out of modding since the V3xx and the RAZR V9 (which has happened to be my phone since then lol). With a new Droid Mini on the way, I'm looking forward to learning some new things and having some fun (without creating that classic paperweight).
[General Topics] xXMADEXx:
Galaxy S3
[General Topics] gull_s_777:
Note 3 is pretty much on the top of food chain now

You can look at Xperia Z1/LG G2.
[General Topics] activeservo:
S4 with Google play rom 4.4. It is the best phone imop.
[General Topics] btb971:
My question is that there are people saying gs3..the gs4 is a great phone.. Minus the battery life issue. Which I have fixed. (running the stick touch wiz) not rooted or anything. I get a full day on a charge using the phone alot. I say GS4 or wait for the S5.
[General Topics] Chakoty:
moto g 16gb :D
[General Topics] mr doi:
I vote for Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors Like it! Note 3 went to market but Note II still be send to market too, the big product of SAM :good:
[General Topics] matiapag:
Never had a Note device, so maybe Note 3 for great specs, battery and spen :)
[General Topics] mtabzr:
z1C

Sony Z1 compact is the ultimate choice right now. size wise you can navigate through all screen one-handedly, snapdragon 800 is as fast as it gets, camera is really good(although not the best) and no overkill 1080 screen to use up cpu and drain battery.

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And if you're torn between minis and 5'' displays, imo, it's better to go for note III. at least the screen size difference is substantial and noticeably more helpful in web browsing and watching anything.
[General Topics] Tenterhook:
It depends

What you should buy depends on what is important to you.

I have an HTC New One, and although I like it, if being able to replace the battery, or open it up to repair it, is important to you, you probably should not buy it. ifixit dot com gave it a 1/10 score for repair-ability!!!
[General Topics] Spaulding89:
I will buy me a LG G2 :D:victory:
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
guys what do you recommend lg g2 or galaxy s4 ??

Sent to hit THANKS for iT!!!!!;)
[General Topics] Phazonclash:
Waiting for the Galaxy S5 personally. I LOVE the physical Home button personally, and I love the fact that the Galaxies have a removable battery and SDHC slot.

I own a Galaxy S3 at the moment and I love this phone with "Quantum + QuantumKernel"
[General Topics] HHLLC:
My contract is up in June so I have some time to see what get released by then but if nothing catches my attention, I'll either stick with the EVO 4G LTE or go to the One.
[General Topics] andix84:
i'm waiting for s5 :laugh::good:
[General Topics] binniebin:
Im thinking to buy new asus fonepad cause using two devices is horrible for me (vibrant is slow and Nexus 7 without 3G) what do you think?

Wysłane z mojego Nexus 7 przy użyciu Tapatalka
[General Topics] mr doi:
I dont think i'll buy Iphone 5 or Samsung Note 4 or many newest devices....I'll waiting new generator device the same Galaxy groud but the monitor is new generator
[General Topics] xfiarc:
xperia v vs xperia sp

upgrade from arc s

xperia sp vs xperia v ? price difference is only $10 ;)
[General Topics] Mr.trololol:
galaxy s3

s3 is nice phone and receving updates till now
[General Topics] noha199:
Galaxy S5:p:p
[General Topics] TheMiracle:
Hi! and Mods

S4
[General Topics] Loulou-13:
Iphone 5 !!!!! :p

( it's a JOKE !!!!!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: )

:eek: Samsung Galaxy S ...... why lots of people really want these S series ??? there are lots of goods smatphones ...... :eek:

For me ,it's depending to the characteristic ... with a good baterry life :angel:
[General Topics] shvrentz:
Me too. I think the next smartphone will be a Nexus series
[General Topics] jasonzmayu:
galaxy s5
[General Topics] force70:
I have both and they are both great devices.it Depends on whats more important to you really..G2 has a slightly bigger screen, far better battery life and a more powerful processor. S4 has a removable battery, ext sd card support and is a bit smaller and lighter overall. I prefer the G2..if it had ext sd support it would almost be perfect.

That said if I were you I wouldnt bother with either...the G3 and S5 will be out soon enough making the G2 and S4 obsolete..I would wait and choose between the newer models. Myself I will be getting a G3.

sent from Canada via my G2, Note 3 or S4
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
thanks man.

but i dont have much money

so i cant buy the note 3 and that mean i canyt buy g3 or s5

so, thanks man i know g2 is better but i prefer samsung for ui and apps and for that i will got the s4 , thanks man:)

Sent to hit THANKS for iT!!!!!;)
[General Topics] dbus08:
Im hoping by the time of the next Nexus release T-Mobile will have built up their network for my area. As of right now its so-so. Until then sticking my my S3 on verizon.
[General Topics] stannivdb:
I think the Moto G is an awesome smartphone for its prics
[General Topics] stannitje:
The nex nexus!
[General Topics] bliblidi:
I'm waiting for the note4, i hope they will NOT make it bigger, but will come will metal-glass body
[General Topics] omaral:
Ah hell i think i'll just buy me the galaxy note 3 i reckon.. ha ha ha ha ha
[General Topics] BDH1977:
Any advice on which phone to get next? My gnex toro is just starting to feel its age. I love the nexus phones for the ease of customizing. Any suggestions?
[General Topics] olrait:
Same.
[General Topics] ixIGamerIx:
I'm planning on getting the next phablet the Samsung galaxy note 2
[General Topics] zlewe:
Sure Asus Padphone. (Because I always choose buy tab or phone lol.)

Send from my E15i using xda premium.

Press thanks if helped ;)

*Xperia X8 Black @ ICS miniCM9 3.0.3 on nAa ICS 04 kernel *

Thank you very much nAa!
[General Topics] RoinGrindwald:
Nexus i9250 GSM
[General Topics] spunker88:
Something with decent specs and a smaller screen so I can pocket it, I would want something around 4 - 4.3". I'd also like to still have a microSD slot, but if a Nexus phone came out with a smaller screen on Verizon, I'd get it even without an SD since I'm getting fed up with OEM bloatware and other restrictions.
[General Topics] mike21pr:
Probably the next Nexus...

But im keeping an eye on Galaxy Note 2 or Windows Phone 8 device if it impresses me

Are you Jelly...? Galaxy Nexus JB 4.1.1
[General Topics] pirri_mori:
+1000
[General Topics] barento32:
The Note 2. FTW
[General Topics] SotehPR:
im not so sure... im kind of waiting for apple to release de I5 specs!
[General Topics] lnfound:
Next nexus, assuming I can get it under att. Using a skyrocket now but in no rush, just need something by Dec. Hopefully Google and att come through on Androids 5th anniversary. Else maybe I will have to get something just to sell and buy a Nexus from play store.
[General Topics] I Am Marino:
No way to tell yet for me now.

Just got my LTE Nexus, unlimited data until 2014.

At that point, I'm moving to T Mobile so who knows.
[General Topics] dfreake:
nokia said they make pureview to window's
[General Topics] jt.one:
i am tempted to get the galaxy nexus off google play store.

i have the chance to sell my nexus one for approx 175-200 USD and i'll have to shell out an additional $200 for the gNEX. [after tax/ship/tip/etc- gNEX from google play costs around $390(?)., i forgot what the final costs were when i tried before.

should i get the gNEX? ahhh choices :confused::eek:
[General Topics] roooster:
htc works great
[General Topics] trunggaga:
I just want to have galaxy note 2 or S3.:D
[General Topics] raitsuke:
I want the next nexus if there is a new one next year
[General Topics] roooster:
htc sesation xl...
[General Topics] hoogerd:
moved from s2 to s3, while sceen resolution is improved, readability seems to be less in my view... a bit blueish

S4 would be next or something with a bit wider screen and 3D!
[General Topics] jelli:
Tempted by either the S3 or maybe the next Nexus. My contract on my DHD isn't up until November so will look into it more closer to the time and determine what's considered great at that point in time + considerations to XDA community support.
[General Topics] alensaqe:
My next phone

HTC One X
[General Topics] imranh101:
Got an offer of an LG Optimus G for my T-mo S3. Should I?

The quad core vs dual core and moderately longer battery life are very attractive but I like the S3s physical home button and shape I love along with touchwiz. Last time I got an LG device was a N4 that died on me so im iffy on them. Thoughts?
[General Topics] matt56:
I am waiting for the new HTC One Two or whatever they are going to call it. I just hope they come out with it soon. My upgrade is a couple of months and would love to jump to that from my Evo 4G LTE
[General Topics] DavidRedstone:
Current best phones...

Galaxy S4

HTC One

Nexus 5

Moto X

Upcoming...

Galaxy S5

HTC One (second version)
[General Topics] force70:
Note 3 should def be on that list if not at the top of it!

sent from Canada via my G2, Note 3 or S4
[General Topics] DavidRedstone:
I was listing phones, not phablets. ;)
[General Topics] gull_s_777:
No G2..... Seriously?
[General Topics] DavidRedstone:
Forgot that one. Yeah, it's good, too.
[General Topics] k660:
Currently using note2.

Next phone maybe note4 / s5
[General Topics] GunPowder55555:
Galaxy S5

HTC One (second 2014 version "M8")

Sony Sirius (Z2)

will be out in a month or so :angel:.
[General Topics] andrefv:
Man, I really like to take Nexus 5
[General Topics] RendarK98:
SGS3

Samsung Galaxy S3

It's a very good smartphone. I like it.
[General Topics] BDH1977:
S5 looks good. There is always something I don't like about the nexus hardware. But I keep going back I have had 3 Verizon gnexs toro since they came out. Before the nexus I had an HTC droid incredible. I guess it comes down to what phone has a more active Dev community.
[General Topics] SeVIIn:
I tend to go with whatever the next HTC flagship is. Never been disappointed with any of their devices thus far.
[General Topics] lreillyi:
Well I wasn't so happy with my HTC hero, but everything since then has been much better,
[General Topics] omaral:
well 10 more days before samsung shows off the s5.. anyone kno when it'll hit stores?
[General Topics] ehlegance:
My favorite...

I have an HTC One. Before that I had a Samsung Galaxy S3. Now I change to HTC and I haveI tested different Custom Roms (Android Revolution, Trickdroid, e.g) but now I have the KitKat 4.4.2 Rom from baadnewz and i just can say the Rom and the tweaks are amazing and always up-to-date! Also the flashing process (for me) I find it is easyer on HTC devices.... Thats my opinion... I don't have lots of posts, but I will discus with the other users, but before I must posted 10 posts to get accsess to post into a developer thread... :(

Greetings,

Julian
[General Topics] Sagmentus:
My Opinion

I think I would buy the next HTC Smartphone, I like their products.
[General Topics] hiiipowers:
Htc makes it kinda hard to unlock and root there devices on top of that custom Android skin I would really reconsider or don't buy a warranty
[General Topics] omaral:
I strongly suggest that you stay away from HTC phones. I had very bad experiences with them. For example, the screen lacked precise responsiveness, the volume buttons fell off (I had to buy a replacement) and its been slow and laggy. Its no wonder that HTC is in trouble since people arent buying its products. Stay away from HTC. You will regret it.
[General Topics] 350Rocket:
I have had no issues with HTC hardware, it's their software support after that is making me leave them. It seems like it's impossible to make stable up to date aosp roms for these phones and forget about HTC giving updates cause they don't care.

I had a desire and the roms were good because it was so close to the nexus one. The one s I find horrible for custom rom support. Developers try but HTC is to blame for their lack of support. Great hardware horrible support.
[General Topics] npnp90:
I've got Samsung s4 active ATM but turn out its not water proofs like they says so my next one I'm thinking of s4 i9505 or xperia

Galaxy S4 Active, [ROM][4.3.1]Unofficial SlimBean build I9295 by spegelius

Huawei Y300 CM10.2 (my android mp3 player) =]
[General Topics] chaoscodes:
I would go for NOTE 3 coz I just love phablet :)
[General Topics] alleyrat:
Note 3

I am Loving the AT&T Note 3. :cowboy:
[General Topics] timmy5822:
Samsung Galaxy Express GTI8730 is a nice phone
[General Topics] Thabris:
I was thinking to buy a Sony Xperia SP, IMO its a very complete phone, for gaming, multitask, 4G and isn't too big or small. Better perfomance than Nexus 4 and Galaxy S3.

But I'm still very happy with my Galaxy S2 HD LTE (E120K)... so I still don't know when I'm gonna make that change :confused:
[General Topics] abdo jouma:
who said that!!!!!!!

nexus 4 and galaxy s3 are muxh better than sp

Sent to hit THANKS for iT!!!!!;)
[General Topics] pcguy112887:
Just got an LG G2... so next device will probably be like a Nexus Over 9000 phone.
[General Topics] m110a2:
If I had to buy a new phone now, probably buy a THL W8S Beyond.

Saludos

M110A2
[General Topics] cldcp00:
What to Buy or Galaxy Note 10.0 2014 or Nexus 10

Could I possibly have your thoughts regarding whether to buy the Note or the Nexus 10. I have been using my friends Nexus 10 for a while and am impressed by its performance and reading up on the note it seems to have some performance issues. Have these been sorted out yet?

Also one of my main requirements for a tablet is its ability to highlight text very quickly be it in a pdf or Epub currently on the Nexus 10 I use an app called Moon+ Reader Pro which I find very slow during lectures and was hoping that the Note with its S pen can perform the task much quick. Is this the case?

Finally I going to the USA in a couple of weeks and noticed that the tablets are a lot cheaper over there. Would I have any issues if I purchased the unit over there i.e. warranty software hardware.

Is it the same?

Sorry I live in the UK

Thanks in advance for any help