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[General Topics] dazed1:
All should just buy this...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEZ0TJEqMXg
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Nah.
[General Topics] zelendel:
Most developers wouldnt touch those devices if they were given to them for free.

Even if my job had not banned all Xiaomi products I would still never use it.

They are an insult to the android world.
[General Topics] Geordie Affy:
Safe to say you feel strongly about this lol. Please enlighten us if you have the time .. I'd love to read the reason why you hate them soo much lol.
[General Topics] zelendel:
Constant violation of the GPL, Even when they do release the kernel source it is so broken that it takes months to get it working. They are known for taking the code of developers and removing all their authorship from the code, They are loaded down with enough Spyware code that the US military has banned the use and possession of their devices on any base. Usage is banned all together.

They treat people like they are idiots.

Then add in the simple fact that they cant come up with an idea all their own.

They added things to protect their theme makers copyright yet stomp all over every one elses. Not a fan of hypocrites.

That is just the start but should be enough.
[General Topics] LoneWolfSK:
We're lucky the other smartphone making companies are not at all like that. Yeah right.
[General Topics] alwaysbelieve1:
But they're both a couple generations behind. Why would you want to go with an older model?
[General Topics] zelendel:
Because it is just as good today as it was upon release. People have been manipulated into thinking that last years model or even a model from 2 or 3 years ago is no longer good. My current g2 will stay right up with any of the current flagship devices.
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Cheaper while being just as good as the newer version.
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Guys i need some help i wanna now is this note 4 original or if refurbished should have original motherboard and specs.

http://m.aliexpress.com/item/32277592877.html
[General Topics] Jeik:
This is the problem with refrbished phomes if there are several variants of the normal one.

They often create "FrankenPhones",for example a T—Mobile variant has been refurbished with the parts of the international model,and they placed that fixed —Mobile variant motherboard into a body (frame) of the international model. That way the phone looks as if it is an international model. They mask it as the intenational model becuse t is worth more.

Its all fine,and the "FrankenPhone" works,but you think that you have an international model,you download the international firmware,an then kill your phone because the motherboard is the one of a T—Mobile variant.

In the case of the G2 and those refurbished phones,the safest way is to take the phone apart,and look for the model/variant number on the motherboard.

Then you know which firmware you can download.
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
What about the phone that i posted??
[General Topics] Jeik:
All refurbished phones have that "risk"

You could actually get a refurbished phone with all parts of the same variant,but there is a higher probability you wont.

No need to panic,since the Note 4 is much easier to open and see the motherboard(remov back cover,unscrew the plastic plate),unlike the G2(remove the unremovable back cover,remove the battery and some other things.)

Once you know which variant of the motherboard you have,you are safe
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Thanks brother...i appreciate ur help.
[General Topics] pavlos77:
Guys i want to buy a smartphone from China .I use the phone for browsing and gaming.The screen should be 5" and my money is 230$ .What do you think?
[General Topics] MrTooPhone:
I am still debating between a new Motorola Moto G (3rd gen) or a LG G2. LG is slightly less expensive, but the MOTOG is water/dust resistant. I can't tell if the MOTOG comes with a FM radio. Any recommendations?
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Buy xiaomi mi4.it can handle any game.one of the best phone in the world.
[General Topics] MrTooPhone:
Doesn't work on a US LTE network
[General Topics] khedr30000:
i got one D802 G2 its wonderful Device (not phone)
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Sorry that i dont knw.look for an International ver if available.

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Or get meizu mx4 or meizu mx5 little costlier.
[General Topics] hoogaboogaboo:
Lenovo vibe x2

H00GaB00gAboO
[General Topics] alwaysbelieve1:
Good to know and yes I admit I get swayed by what's flashy and shiny sometimes too. My quest is for a smaller 5.2 or smaller screen size smartphone with good speed, BUT my main thing is all day battery life without having to worry about it. I have the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact right now and love it, BUT even with Stamina mode on I barely get through my day as a heavy user.
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
I hate all the phones these days :( but what's the best phone in terms of receiving software updates?(new android versions) other than nexus?

my Note 4 laged but the main reason i decided to never ever get near Samsung was software updates :| I killed myself only to get 5.0.1 around the time android M was announced :| it drived me crazy!
[General Topics] Geordie Affy:
Moto X Style. Motorola has promised fast updates on it but then again maybe they were specifically talking about the US Pure Edition but eitherway will be fast updates hopefully.

Sent from S3 via Tapatalk App.
[General Topics] scottbear:
I guess I'll try one of those chinese ones
[General Topics] haragog:
If you're a heavy user and the compact doesn't last one single day, there's two answers. Either you haven't reseted your phone in a while (if in the beginning it gave you 2 days and now that's not the case) or you are a hell lot more of a heavy user more than me. (constantly online checking stuff)

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[General Topics] alwaysbelieve1:
Most likely the latter. I never received two days with this phone. I probably could get a good 14 hours if I'm lucky when it was brand new. I'm using Greenify as well as a new app called "Doze" that is supposed to be similar to what Android M has coming out.
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
That sounds good! But other than that are all other phones like lg g4 like my note 4? I just received 5.0.2 2 months ago! And marshmallow is already out! It made me insane waiting for the lollipop!
[General Topics] Geordie Affy:
MarshMallow is not out yet.

Sent from S3 via Tapatalk App.
[General Topics] force70:
Well....i had M preview 1 running on my nexus 6 months ago and we are at preview 3 now...so yeah its been out in nexusland for awhile :D

Sent from my Nexus 6 or Note 4
[General Topics] Geordie Affy:
I meant official "Consumer" roll out but yeah I stand corrected LOL.
[General Topics] Drifter666:
Want help with choosing a phone please

So its time to replace my trusty nexus 4. I've had it for 2 - 2.5 years with no issues. I have been searching and googling my butt off, I have found some phones but would like suggestions please. My main uses are podcasts, Bluetooth streaming Pandora in the car. Lots of web surfing and reading articles. I really don't do alot of gaming if at all.

What I'm looking for with a $200-$250 max budget.

Android os with plenty of third party rom support.

Screen size 5" or larger

Must have enough battery to last me all day under moderate Usage.

A screen I can see when its sunny outside

Decent speakers, I want to be able to hear videos and stuff without cupping my hands.

Must have T-Mobile 4g lte support

SD card support

Nfc charging

Would like an HD screen but its not a nessity

The phones I have found that meet some of my list that I was considering.

Lenovo k3 note

Asus zenfone 2

Huawei mate 7

Oneplus one & two

Sony xperia z

Lg g3
[General Topics] force70:
The mate 7 and G3 are fantastic devices but i think more than your budget Allows..the mate especially? I myself have nearly pulled the trigger on the mate 7 and its well over $600 here in Canada.

Id say mate 7 unless you want development because there is hardly any for it ( which is why i didn't get it) in which case G3

Sent from my Nexus 6 or Note 4
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
I meant announced!

what i meant was that i got it LONG after the lollipop was available for my nexus 4! and waiting for it was terrible
[General Topics] LoneWolfSK:
Who actually HAS this phone? It is just in presale, available from mid-September, so how can you recommend a phone that is not in the sales market yet?
[General Topics] dazed1:
What? there are many ppl who has this phone actually, and there are videos on YT. This is the best phone you can get right now for the money, without a SINGLE doubt.
[General Topics] LoneWolfSK:
Where can I get it WITHOUT the presale, and have it shipped within 24 hours? Link please, maybe on PM.
[General Topics] zelendel:
That is completely debatable. Just remember you get what you pay for.
[General Topics] Drifter666:
The mate 7 looks sweet but with T-Mobile I would only be limited to 2g data speeds. Also considering that battery life is really my main concern it looks like the g3's battery sucks, my nexus 4 I get 2hrs 50mins on screen time with brightness just slightly above the lowest setting.
[General Topics] eng3:
I've got an HTC Incredible LTE. Android, 4in, 0.46in thick, 4.66oz. I love the size. I got Lollipop lite on it but its showing its age in terms of performance, camera quality, battery life. I bought another battery so that's manageable.

I'm looking for a new phone but not sure what to get meeting my requirements (in order of importance):

1. Android

2. I travel alot, so it must be a global phone (ie. HSPDA 2100).

3. A 4.3in phone would be ideal but with all the huge phones out now, it's hard to find a small (sub 5in) phone that can fit comfortably in my jeans/shirt pocket. And by comfortable, I don't mean those people that say their iphone6 fits fine in their back pocket when more than 50% sticks out.

4. Camera quality. The most used features on my phone are google maps and camera.

5. "Popularity". Enough XDA presence that people are making custom ROMs

6. Removable Battery. I assume any new phone will have better battery life than my current phone but being able to swap batteries nice

7. MicroSD

8. Verizon compatible (only signal I can receive at my office and I'd like to keep my unlimited)

I'm willing to buy my phone at full price if necessary.

I'd appreciate any suggestions.
[General Topics] eldoggor:
Need a phone to last at least 2 years and still being "fine". My options are LG G4, Galaxy S6 or Xperia Z3. I need the best camera because i have a toddler and i use the camera every day and good battery life and hopefully good ROM development. Thanks!!
[General Topics] zelendel:
My advise in order would be the g4, z3 and s6. Rom development will be the lowest on the s6
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Performance will be the lowest in xperia z3 and the highest in the s6 but for the camera the best will be the lg g4 and the least will be the xperia z3.s6 and g4 have similar camera very tough to say which has more better.the rom development will be the best in xperia z3 and the g4 and the least in the s6.battery life will be the best in s6 and the average in xperia z3 and the least in g4.now ur choice see which u want now.
[General Topics] dikatuex:
i just waiting xiaomi mi 4i 64Gb :D :D
[General Topics] Anilkumar529:
Intex Smart Phone Aqua i5HD

I will buy Intex Smart Phone Aqua i5HD for sure and will make a review for you guyzz. I heared that it is low cost and performance was too good. Hoping to be mine in 2 months..:):angel:
[General Topics] gezafisch:
Gs6. It has a great camera and awesome performance.

Sent from a Galaxy far away
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
Thats not a good deal.it has 1.3 ghz processor with 1 gb ram which is very less.

Get huawei honor 4c which is knw as the best under 10k rs range.
[General Topics] AqdhdZwty:
[MENTION=1618069]Drifter666[/MENTION] The new moto g seems good. You should check it out.

[Moto E 2nd Gen 3G running CyanogenMod 12.1]
[General Topics] blackview:
On Sep. Many new device will be released.

Iphone 6S and 6S plus,Galaxy S6 edge+,Note5

also many Chinese phone, Xiaomi, Blackview, Lenovo/MOTO.

recently i bought the Xiaomi 4. but the Signal in the middle, Compete With blackview Alife p1 pro and Samsung Galaxy Note4,

The best is blackview Alife p1 pro,but the worst is Galaxy Note 4.

the next smartphone i will consider I phone or Chinese phone.
[General Topics] kutlay1653:
Mt6572 ahaha
[General Topics] Cyanandroid:
1 ghz hahaha blackview sucks.
[General Topics] eruben:
And what about Meizu MX5 vs OnePlus Two? Help me pls with phone of this level and power. I need it in coming month. And I dont want too big phones like Xiaomi Note Pro or Nexus 6.

Btw, is there any news about new Nexus release date?
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Your list reminds me of a recent MKBHD video except that you didn't break your phone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmkab1LUqlg lol.

Let me take you through my journey as it may allow you to compromise a bit for a better overall experience. The first device that came to mind was the Z3 compact. It's close to meeting your ideal size requirement of 4.3 inches (Z3c has a 4.6 in screen while being thinner and lighter than your current phone), however, it didn't meet 6 (although it does get well above average battery life )and 8 which seems like bigger deal breaker.

I then turned my attention the the Galaxy Alpha. Again, it was also close to meeting your ideal size requirement (Alpha has a 4.7 inch screen), but also it has a removable battery. However, this time the phone failed on 5, 7, and 8. It only comes in I believe a 32 GB variant that is only on AT&T. Development on the device isn't that popular.

Sticking with Samsung I took a look at it's older flagship the Galaxy S 5. It passed all you're criteria except 3 >.<. It's screen size is just over 5 inches at 5.1. However, I have to say that it does look pretty nice even when compared to the newer version. This was the closest I got. I could think of others like the upcoming Z4v, the older Z3v, and etc but all missed 3 and 6 or worse 4.

I decided to consult the web, and look for best smartphones under 5 inches and best phones with removable batteries. I found some pretty uninspiring/unsurprising results: http://www.phonearena.com/news/The-best-5-phones-with-removable-batteries_id68011, http://time.com/39644/the-10-best-small-screen-smartphones-not-named-iphone/, and http://www.phonearena.com/news/10-g...r-5-inches-that-you-can-buy-right-now_id65732. Every phone missed one or more criteria. I'd like to point out that many of the phones being recommended were about the same age as the one you have now meaning that community support would soon die out (or was pretty much non-existent), and many other things wouldn't be that much better anyway.

I finally settled on just making a list of which ones I think would be best given that you're willing to compromise on some of the things listed so here we go. By the way most of the phones here will be reoccurring from what I've said previously.

1) Galaxy S 5 (misses 3)

2) Z3 compact (misses 3 *by a little*, 6 *still has well above average battery life + quick charging*, and 8)

3) Galaxy S6 Active (misses 3, 5, 6 *still has well above average battery life*, 7, 8)

4) Xperia Z3v/Z4v (misses 3, 5, 6)

5) Droid Turbo (misses 3, 5, 6, 7)

6) Galaxy Alpha (misses 3 *by a little*, 5, 7, 8)

7) Moto G 2015 (misses 3, 4 (only during low light shots), and 6)

I would have recommend the HTC M series (M7/M8/M9), but its camera isn't up to par, and since the camera is one of your most used features it wouldn't have made much sense. I also would have recommend the new the LG G series (G3/G4) and the new Moto, but they are phablets, which can't fit into pockets that easily.

If you can forgo the screen size and move up to 5 inches then I suggest going for the S 5 as it meets the most of your list. Hope this helps.
[General Topics] alhadee12:
Now that I upgraded my phone, is it a problem giving a potential buyer the IMEI prior to buying it?
[General Topics] eng3:
Thanks, I did consult gsmarena and phonearena before posting. That's a funny video. I don't know if I'm looking for the "perfect" phone, but looking over my list, I think a few of the items are major limiting factors.

1. Android (not very limiting)

2. Global, not limiting but mixed with 8 (Verizon) cuts out alot of choices. But maybe I'm willing to give up my unlimited plan

3. Under 5in, I think that cuts out alot of phones as well (unfortunately my pocket size does change very much so it's hard to compromise on this. What do other guys do? Wear a belt clip? :rolleyes: Carry a purse? :p Back pocket?:eek: Just always have one hand not free? :( )

4. Camera quality, I don't think this should be that limiting. I assume most new phones coming out will have a better camera than my current one. But If that is one of my main focus areas (no pun intended), then maybe it does limit me to the higher end phones

5. "Popularity", By definition, I think this is limiting. Mainly, this gives me upgrade protection. My old HTC Incredible LTE is now running Lollipop, letting me get another year or so out of the phone

6. Removable Battery, I think this is pretty common

7. MicroSD, I think this is fairly common

I guess I should have mentioned that another requirement is that the phone needs to be new and not the same age as mine. Getting another old phone just delays the problem a few months. That's the whole point of me getting a new phone. So limiting to phones from this year I guess

I did look at the Z3c in the past. I had forgotten about it since its a little older. If I recall, like you mention, no removable battery made me look elsewhere. And also not being verizon compatible. I'll have to put it on my maybe list.

I actually just read a comparison review between the HTC One Mini 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Alpha. Both seemed pretty good but they were older. It made me wonder if they might be putting out similar sized newer phones this year in the fall. I did check on xda and saw it wasnt very popular.

Looking at your list, the Z3c and Galaxy alpha are the only sub 5" phones so maybe one of those.

Or, just keep waiting
[General Topics] kutlay1653:
But I can play GTA:SA with 25 fps and I have got 512+1GB ram
[General Topics] Drifter666:
Thanks for the suggestion, I'm considering getting the hauwei ascend mate 2 it seems to meet most all of my needs except the nfc which I don't really use now as it is.
[General Topics] eldoggor:
Dont do it, if the person needs to check is your IMEI is ok do it yourself in front of him or something like that, dont send it through internet unless you really trust this person.
[General Topics] alhadee12:
Thanks, I got a couple text requesting it. I did tell them I want comfortable doing it, but they could check it in person at the time of the deal.
[General Topics] enjoymoosic:
I currently have a Note 3, but I kind of want to try out the Nexus 6. It'll probably cost me another $150-200 after I sell my current phone.

Does it sound like a worthwhile upgrade? Or would a CM-based ROM be more or less the same experience? --Thanks
[General Topics] force70:
Had a note 3 since launch day and just sold it not long ago and still have a nexus 6.

If you dont mind not having a removable battery, no ext sd card slot and taking a bit of a hit in camera quality (i said a bit not a lot) then nexus 6 all the way. Other than those 3 things its a superior device to the note 3 IMO.

Sent from my Nexus 6 or Note 4
[General Topics] YoGieZ:
my next smartphone , somewhen i would buy S6 Edge

its a cool >.<
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Glad you enjoyed the video. Well technically you are looking for the "perfect" smartphone since "perfect" is how you define it. Looking back at your list I agree that 1 isn't limiting at all. 2 is somewhat limiting. 3 is kind of a mixed bag as most phones that have screen sizes ranging from 4.0-4.5 inches are older, while screen sizes of 4.6-4.9 inches never had much time to catch on. Also you forgot to include the use of fanny packs at the end j/k. 4 is somewhat limiting. I was under the impress that you were only looking at flagship cameras since it is one of your most used features. However, it seems that you just want a camera that is better than the current one you have correct? 5 is also somewhat limiting, however, it depends on how many roms, kernels, custom tweaks, and etc do you expect to have. Lastly, for 6-7 it's actually flipped around. MicroSD is more common than removable battery.

*That's the whole point of me getting a new phone. So limiting to phones from this year I guess*

I suggest looking at phones from at least at the end of 2013 and forward because you can see how well the community is backing them. I hoping Sony releases the Z5c sometime this year and makes it compatible with Verizon (however, you'd still be missing out on 3, and 6).

I thought about the subject a bit more and came up with another list.

1) Galaxy S4 Mini

2) Galasy S5 Mini

3) HTC One Remix

4) HTC Desire 526

5) Moto X
[General Topics] nifty_mats:
Dude I just bought Coolpad Dazen 1 from Snapdeal for my father. Amazing phone with 2gb ram, 4g lte, SD 410 64-bit, awesome battery backup at just Rs.5,999/-. I think it's the best phone under Rs.8k right now.
[General Topics] eng3:
I think my new phone needs to be as new as possible or at least late-2014,2015. My current phone came out in mid 2013 so if I get a end-2013 phone, there's pretty much no upgrade.

Yes I forgot about the fanny pack, but I was sort of serious. The 5" or larger phones are very popular these days, it seems like everyone has one, but I feel like I'm missing something when it comes it how guys carry it around. I see the guy with a belt clip every now and then and it's big enough to look like a fanny pack. Otherwise, I have no idea how guys carry these things around.

I guess I don't know the difference between a "flagship" camera and a "modern" camera. I guess basically something that can take good photos in low light. Unless my subject and my hands are perfectly still, all my current low light photos are blurry. There's also a decent lag that has existed on my phone ever since I got off the HTC stock rom. As for popularity, I don't need the phone so popular that there's dozens of roms to try. I'd really just need the phone to get rooted and one or two roms (ie. cyanogenmod, pacman) and for the roms to keep coming as new android versions come out. That helps the phone last longer.

I'm thinking maybe I'll just wait another year (or til my phone breaks) and see if there's a Galaxy 6 mini, or One mini 3, etc.
[General Topics] gezafisch:
Sorry to say this, and I very well may be wrong, but I don't think we will see a sub 5.2 in screen for at least 2 more years. People just love their big screens to much.

Sent from a Galaxy far away
[General Topics] alwaysbelieve1:
Unfortunately that's the case, but I hope you're wrong because I think the 4.3 size to 5.2 is the absolute best and perfect size in my opinion. I have a Sony Xperia Z3 compact and love it, but I would like a slightly larger screen HOWEVER nothing more than 5.2. I had a Motorola prior to this that was 5.2 and think it was perfect. I want to be able to put my phone in my back pocket.
[General Topics] Jeik:
You put 400$+ frail tech in the back pocket?

You really like living on the edge. xD

I would never put anything in my back pocket for a few reasons:

1.The expensive toy is out of my sight.

2.I could easily forget about it and sit on it.

3.If I fall on my behind,it would be like "Schrödinger's cat"

Anyhow...

I am quite positive that my next device is a Xperia...most likely the M5.