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[General Topics] thinksoul:
Eager to wait for the next Nexus phone... But the HTC One X+ is pretty enticing.
[General Topics] spireite_uk:
So the One X+ isn't a bad phone; you just think people won't get it on principle? I don't really have a problem with a bad phone being released by a good phone, so long as I have the good phone!
[General Topics] vietbb:
Galaxy note 2 is my next choice ! Great smart phone :good:
[General Topics] spireite_uk:
The Note 2 specs look pretty beast, but the device is just too bloody big. You can't comfortably carry it around in your pocket or use it with one hand.
[General Topics] profmed:
Galaxy s3 !
[General Topics] manosdk:
The motorola nexus 6 cost 470 euros and the nexus 6p 510 euros the 32 gb variant and my budget is 420 max.I live in greece so during summertime the weather is just hot and sunny enough.
[General Topics] utsavr03:
hey thanks for the reply. actually i saw other phones too but nexus devices fits into budget with good specs so i ended up searching on nexus devices only. i saw Z3 as u suggested but its little costlier and big screen is not a problem for me so i think i will settle with 6 only.

thanks for sorting out the things

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yes good camera and more official support is the plus side for 5x but size and fingerprint sensor does not matte for me but the main point is i shall be using it for a longer period of time and as SirVer said apps are getting bigger and bigger day by day so wont 2 GBs of RAM shall be insufficient in future?
[General Topics] DreadStarX:
What's the cost of an international Note 5, and would I be able to use it on the Verizon Network? I noticed something wonky with my Note 4 today. The back button automatically gets pressed when it's unlocked and on my desk. So, I'm going to reset it and see if that helps at all..

I just want a phone that can be debloated, and I can root it. I guess the only major qualification is a MicroSD slot.
[General Topics] Snipars:
I'm definitely getting the S7. This S3 needs to retire. It has served me well after 2 ROMs and 1 "false" bootloop
[General Topics] x111:
For now on, the best phone is Nexus 6 (2014), It has everything you need.

Also, now it even cheaper since we have crappy Nexus 6 (2015).

Nexus 6 (2015) is ugly piece of crap, has no wireless charger and stupid full aluminum body instead of strong stainless still frame. It has smaller screen and huge bezels on top and on the bottom of the screen and ugly, useless, unreasonable, discomfortable bump on the back.

Other hones not even consider to take a look since they are all do NOT receiving direct Google updates and do not have such a big developers supports.

And of course Apple's phones are trash as it always was.

Hope, Nexus 6 (2016) will be again as good as Nexus 6 (2014) or even better.
[General Topics] Lorenz15:
What do you think of the Redmi Note 3 Pro 32GB? It has an incredible large battery, great 5.5" screen, Fingerprint Scanner and is very very cheap!
[General Topics] -Zeppelin-:
Hi guys, currently I'm using a Moto X Play, but the performance is killing me.

I really liked the size and battery life and the fact, that it's kind of Vanilla Android, but the lags within apps snd the not too good camera are annoying. So looking for:

- 5,1 (with off screen Navbuttons) up to 5,5 (on or off screen) inches screen

- Size should not be if bigger only slightly

- Battery life on par or better

- Definitely better performance

Root possible (not necessarily need to flash a rom, but Xposed, Adblock and stuff)

- Nice OS (Vanilla, Cyanogenmod, MIUI, just something easy, not to ovrrloaded)

- Good camera

Any suggestions on that?
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
You forgot the most important thing , your budget..

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@DreadStarX To be honest i dont know if a Verizon sim can work on an international Note 5 but i guess it will work because i had several Verizon/T-mobile devices with different carriers inside and they worked perfectly.

You know this week i've been reading reviews and users opinions about the note 5 and it seems that some people are not quite happy with it ..Again what is your budget ?
[General Topics] -Zeppelin-:
Budget is not really an issue as long as the phone is worth it ;)
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Go with the S7 edge , worth every penny really
[General Topics] -Zeppelin-:
But Touchwiz?! Was the first thing I changed on my Note 3 as soon as possible...
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Bro , new touchwiz is COMPLETELY different trust me , forget that bloated , slow , laggy touchwiz. New UI is much more beautiful , light weight , and super fast.
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
That's what they told me when i bought my note 4 :( I regret it every second of my life, specially the slow software updates :(

I feel like samsung phones are one time use! you have to buy the next one if you care about software! my nexus 4 was much better!
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Take a look at touchwiz on a Note 5 or S6 edge , you will understand what i'm talking about.
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
I don't know, the new iPhones aren't bad! i mean the old ones were a joke but the new ones are fast, they are thin and have big screens!
[General Topics] trinilu27:
6 inch screen is to big??...if they made a 10 inch tablit that made and received calls I'd find a way to fit it in my pocket
[General Topics] -Zeppelin-:
Regarding this, beside the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (still a bit shy with Touchwiz).

What do you guys think of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro?!

Yes it's a budget phone, but this battery and the build quality really look great.

Only unsure about the Snapdragon 650, if it's really much of an upgrade from the 615 in the Moto X Play. Next thing is the battery, don't really know if it's any good?!

Greets
[General Topics] SirVer:
Well, if benchmarks are any indication, the 650 destroys pretty much all of Qualcomm's previous silicon except the 810. Yes, even the 808. And given that it's a 4000 mAh battery, it almost doesn't matter how efficient it is; you're getting through the day regardless.

Frankly, I'll never understand how Xiaomi managed to cram all that hardware in there for so little money; if it weren't for their bootloader lock policy, I'd be seriously considering replacing my G3 with one.
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
No marketing stuff and they sell the device in China only and some few countries , this is why it is quite cheap.

Once they sell it worldwide like samsung for example the price will fly to 600/700$.
[General Topics] s8freak:
Here's my benchmark on my s7 edge

"And on that bombshell!"

Sent from my smokin G935A
[General Topics] SirVer:
You have a point, but I doubt there would be that much of a price differential: $150 to $600? Unlikely. And even considering the lack of marketing, this is one hell of an achievement.
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
3D 55k ? Am i dreaming ? :eek:
[General Topics] s8freak:
Stock unrooted AT&T s7 Edge

"And on that bombshell!"

Sent from my smokin G935A
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Yeah for example the S6 or the iphone 6 , they cost less than 230$ if i have a good memory , and you can see their price at launch , astronomical price ( i dont know if this word exist lol )
[General Topics] SirVer:
True, but Apple and Samsung have a history of overcharging for the hardware; Xiaomi doesn't. If they charged that much, no one would buy it. ?
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Holy moly the phone i ordered have less than your "3D score" , respect me :(
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Adreno 530 is a champ
[General Topics] DreadStarX:
Hmm... ROMs don't allow rooting, right? It just removes all the bloatware. I need to learn the correct terminology, lol. I like the look and feel of the S7.

Verizon doesn't offer the Nexus 6 anymore :(
[General Topics] SirVer:
ROMs are basically Android firmwares, and since Android has built-in security to prevent anyone from getting root access, they technically don't allow root, which is why we usually need an exploit they haven't patched yet. However, most custom ROMs come pre-rooted anyway, so it's a moot point. And it doesn't matter what ROM you're on, if you have a custom recovery, nothing can stop you from flashing the root binaries through that.

With a ROM, you're not exactly removing all the bloatware - you're installing another operating system that doesn't have any of that installed. If removing bloatware is all you want to do, root will suffice.
[General Topics] TheKingKong:
Anyone can help with the above?

The new phones... even s7 dual sim... can only have 1 3g connection active at the same time

The other will switch to 2g.
[General Topics] Lorenz15:
I think waiting is the best for me now. Cause there is a rumor out there that Android N will officially support 3D touch, so maybe I will grab a new Nexus model or the OnePlus 3...
[General Topics] Goku80:
That's what am waiting for. Keeping my s6 edge till the end of the year and depending on the price will buy the new nexus.
[General Topics] resakse:
hi..need help here,

Just broke my Oneplus One..the best phone i have. Thinking to buy another OPO tu replace it, but just looking for alternative.

1. I dont play games, no games at all on my phone.

2. Must be able to root, using tasker exposed framework etc..SSH is a must (JuiceSSH or something like that). But I prefer using Nethunter rom as it gave me that freedom with its terminal. (I'm a full stack python dev)

3. Web browsing is the 1st purpose, as I'm a web dev. (I dont like tablet or 7"+ size)

4 I'm super lazy and dont like to type, most of the time I jolt down on paper and snap a picture of it..but I also snap alot on hardware stuff. (I dont do selfie)

5. Battery life, 1 and half day at least.

6. Dont really care about speaker quality, using bluetooth car speaker and earphone most of the time.

7. Dont rly care about the price (not that I'm rich, but I can claim $$$ back with receipt)

Should I upgrade to oneplus 2? or note5? or is there a better option?

thanks!
[General Topics] IAmLucky:
hah I would like to see you talking to 10 inch tablet put in your ear.

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SD or exynos version? I have a feeling it is exynos... everyone has exynos... will be hard to get SD version in EU...

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lower tier SD has crappier GPU. than 800 series.
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Lol what are you saying the guy is right , S650 is more powerful than S808.
[General Topics] SirVer:
On further inspection you (@IAmLucky) appear to be right about the GPU; however, the GSMarena graphics benchmarks for the 800 series devices are done using GFX Manhattan 2.7, while those for the Redmi Note 3 are done with 3.0/3.1. I don't know how much of a difference there will be, if any, but I'm curious, so I'm downloading the app myself to see how it compares with the G3 GPU (Adreno 330).
[General Topics] zelendel:
I wouldnt put much faith in it. Xiaomi is known for using a modified benchmark app that gives it better scores then it normally would.
[General Topics] Planterz:
Is that a 10" tablet in your pocket, your are you just happy to see me?
[General Topics] SirVer:
Congratulations: you just won the internet for today. Have an upvote/like/thanks. ?
[General Topics] SirVer:
Really? Huh. Well, even so, I'd expect the guys at GSMarena to install a reliable one. Either way, I can't really do anything about it, so I'm just going to assume they're genuine. Here's my result:

The Xiaomi wins by a small but appreciable margin; it got 14 on both those tests. There is a minor weirdness with my device that gives it lower benchmark scores than it should (I only get 40k on Antutu on crDroid, even though it's much faster than stock LG, which used to get 43k minimum), but even accounting for that, the Xiaomi is at least on par with the G3. This means it shouldn't struggle at all on most things, seeing as I can play Asphalt 8, Shadow Fight 2 and Dark Meadow with no lags (all on high settings, I think).

So maybe it doesn't beat the 800 series (we'll need a thorough review to find out for sure), but it seems like it does more than well enough.

EDIT: In case it matters, I'd also changed the resolution to 1080p a while ago; didn't need the 2K, and I'll take any performance increase I can get.
[General Topics] zelendel:
2 things.

One crdroid is banned here so let's not mention them ok.

Two is that benchmarks really don't mean anything. I can give you a rom that maxs out all benchmarks but runs slower then an Wm device. And most China based devices have the scores inflated to rake higher scores.
[General Topics] SirVer:
Well, the whole benchmark thing is subject to opinion. Personally, I believe they tell at least part of the story, even if real world performance is the most important thing. Besides, while I did keep referring to the Redmi, I was trying to gauge the performance of the 650 as best I could without actually having it in my hand; even if the ROM is crap, for the benchmarks to show these results, the silicon has to be capable of it. And as for inflation... maybe this is my ignorance speaking, but as far as I know, the tests have good anti-cheating detection... Don't they?

As for the other thing... I'm willing to ask via PM, if it's needed and you're cool with that, but I'll just put this first response here before I take that liberty: why is that ROM banned? I haven't heard anything about it, and it's especially surprising when there's a regularly updated thread into the G3 forum for it.
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
+1

Me too i want to know as i never knew they were banned
[General Topics] hypetaxx:
Hi there I have been following this thread for some time now. I am looking for a replacement for my HTC One M8, I have really liked the M8 Overall and especially the forward facing speakers. What I am looking for in my next phone is

- similar size, screen has to be least the same 5"

- at least 1080p but QHD would be nice

- good sound from speakers

- fast updates to new versions

- root because of tasker, titanium backup ETC.

- finger print scanner would be a nice feature

- better camera than m8, I guess optical image stabilisation

I have looked a lot at both Nexus 5x, LG G4 and Moto X Style

But I am not sure if there are anything else I should be looking at, my price range I arround the above three models.

Any advice will be greatly appreciated

Thanks

Sendt fra min HTC One_M8 med Tapatalk
[General Topics] SirVer:
The Nexus and the Moto look like your best bet; while you can find most of your desired features in other phones, the fast updates are pretty much exclusive to these guys, and maybe LG. Only other option I can think of is the Xperia Z3 - the updates are slow, almost as slow (and sometimes slower than) Samsung, but their attitude towards development means that you'll generally have a custom ROM for the new version before long. For example, my ZR got Lollipop less than 2 weeks after the official announcement, and even that was ported over from the Z, which had it sooner. You do lose their proprietary software though, like their camera libraries and Bravia Engine.
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
The 5X match almost everything you said
[General Topics] MarmiteDude808:
What should I buy?

I finally decided to look for a new phone. My beloved LG G2 is getting pretty old, and I think it's a jungle out there. I'm looking for: Preferably 6" (5, 7" is also tolerable), good camera(13 mp+) , large battery, a snappy processor(Snapdragon 652 or better) , preferably aluminum body, and a price around 400-500$ (350-450€, 280-350£),And a availability in Europe. I know that it sounds like a Mate 8 or a 6P, but I think they're too expensive here in Denmark, and I'm also looking for something different. Was looking at Oppo, but does anyone know other good smaller brands? Hope you can help! (:
[General Topics] DreadStarX:
Well, I'd like to do more than that. Well, part of the goal was to develop my own apps without having to submit them to the Play store, guess I need to research more. Are there a lot of Custom ROMs for Note 4 on Verizon? Trying to ditch bloatware, bypass the HotSpot, custom apps, and higher security.

Thanks, SirVer.
[General Topics] myawan:
Note4?
[General Topics] MarmiteDude808:
I'm looking for something a little bit newer, and not Samsung. I'm really done with TouchWiz... Thanks anyway :)
[General Topics] Planterz:
The older Nexus 6 by Motorola might fit the bill. I'm loving mine (just got it 2 weeks ago). The SD805/Adreno 420 are potent enough to play any any intense 3D game you can download, and will do anything you can expect it to for at least a few years. The only disadvantage is that it's 32 bit and not 64 bit, but it's my guess that it'll still be a few more years before that really matters too. It's not all aluminum (the back is plastic), but the frame is.

Same goes for the Moto X Pure/Style. I chose the Nexus 6 over the Moto X because the GPU is better, andf I like to play games. But the Moto X has certain advantages. MicroSD slot, for one, brighter screen, customization, etc.

Also look at OnePlus. The OnePlus 2 is obviously newer and more powerful, but even the older OnePlus One has its advantages (mainly battery life). Metal is used in the construction (magnesium I think), so even though it's not framed in metal like your HTC, they're extremely solidly built phones.
[General Topics] MarmiteDude808:
Hi! I know about the Moto X and the Nexus 6, but I haven't really considered them though... Oneplus has too small screen for me, but I think I actually gonna give the Nexus 6 a try! Thanks! :)
[General Topics] droidx2.3.3:
So I have an upgrade on my account that I'm wanting to use. I'm on Verizon and need to stay with Verizon so switching carriers isn't an option at this time.

I currently have the note 4 and it's doing fine but I'd like to upgrade.

So what's the best phone in Verizon current or near future line up? I'd like to have root again, which is something the note 4 is lacking.

I see the note 5 is there, but as far as I know, that's not rooted either.

The galaxy s7 has a screen that's too small to go back to. So are any of the other worth looking at?
[General Topics] Planterz:
Your choices right now, unfortunately, are basically nonexistent. I think think the Turbo 2 has root, but I can't remember for certain. Might be too small for you though. The Nexus 6, 6P, and Moto X Pure will work on Verizon, but they're not available as a an upgrade/contract renewal option. You'd have to buy them outright. The Galaxy 7 Edge has a 5.5" screen, but it's only just available now, so the possibility of root (and continued root after updates) is very questionable.
[General Topics] droidx2.3.3:
Eh maybe I'll just hold off then.
[General Topics] Planterz:
Yeah, that's the rub with Verizon. Best network and coverage, but the worst choice in phones, plans, and freedom for us that like to mod.
[General Topics] SirVer:
I know very little about development for recent Samsung devices, since I avoid them like the plague, and even less about Verizon, since I don't live in the US. ?

However, given the way I've heard people talk about the Note 4... I'd say no. Check out the device forum to be sure. In fact, someone mentioned in the last few posts that the VZW Note 4 doesn't even have root. *shudder*

P.S. Forgive the off-topic, but it's a source of constant amazement to me that you guys have to pay to share a connection you're already paying for. If anyone tried to pull that here, the country and media would castrate them. How are the carriers getting away with that?
[General Topics] kamranhaghighi:
nvm
[General Topics] trinilu27:
I assume you're talking about tethering.....charging us for data we have already payed for once.....yea that's a sore spot for a lot of people....and its also good question...that's one of the many resons I started rooting my phones was so I could tether and not have to pay for it ...agian..
[General Topics] SirVer:
That's just sad, man. Just had a random thought about it: now that net neutrality is a thing for you guys, you think it'd be theoretically possible to attack the practice that way? Something like, "discriminatory charge placed on tethered connections over regular ones"?

I don't even live there, so I don't know why I'm thinking up angles like this, but all that carrier bull**** irritates me more than it should. Maybe it's because they add to the already gigantic mess that is Android fragmentation. Ah, whatever. ?

EDIT: Censored again. I'm a little worried now; does XDA have a strike system or anything? ?
[General Topics] trinilu27:
maybe there just hasn't been enough people raising a stink over it... it's getting harder and harder to tether even after rooting so maybe more people will come forward and call this an injustice and at that point maybe the government will step in put restrictions on this.... but I doubt it....

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And yes I'm pretty sure XDA does have a strike system are they editing your post?
[General Topics] SirVer:
Yeah, they've changed the word for excrement (waste, poop, whatever you want to call it) to asterisks twice now. ?
[General Topics] trinilu27:
ha ha well at least they're just editing your post and you're not getting a verbal tongue-lashing
[General Topics] SirVer:
Indeed. ?

Just to be clear though, this is automated; I'm pretty sure nobody's editing them by hand... I hope.
[General Topics] trinilu27:
Well I might be wrong but it seems to me like they have relaxed a lot in the last couple of years...be four it seems like it wouldn't take much before you would have two or three admins all over you...
[General Topics] force70:
I wouldn't bother with the 5x, go 6P. Don't need the SD slot with 128gb of storage, bigger screen, snapdragon 810, more ram etc.

sent from Canada via my Nexus 6P, Note 5, Nexus 6 or Note 4
[General Topics] IAmLucky:
read again what I'm saying.. CPU might be But not GPU

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also if that SD card slot is soo needed then I would suggest buying cheap adaptor... those are small and when you need just plug it to your phone and move stuff to SD card, small to carry, definitely will fit in your pocket.
[General Topics] Anna87:
For me it's gonna be the Galaxy S9, I think :laugh:
[General Topics] trinilu27:
yea 128 gig is one thing..I could live with that..but other then that not even an option for SD card would be a deal braker for me...(just my opinion)..as it is now I use 128 gig SD and an otg cable for usb...it will be interesting to see how long until Google trys to do away with external SD cards.....agian!

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yea 128 gig is one thing..I could live with that..but other then that not even an option for SD card would be a deal braker for me...(just my opinion)..as it is now I use 128 gig SD and an otg cable for usb...it will be interesting to see how long until Google trys to do away with external SD cards.....agian!

SAMSUNG -S5-G900A using tapatalk
[General Topics] s8freak:
I hoping to buy an international S7 Edge tomorrow there's TWRP and Root now so I'll send my G935A back and pay for the G935F by selling my G928C

Excellent timing if all goes alright I'll have it by the 19th Saturday

"Zed?Zed's dead baby, Zed's dead."

Sent from my Smokin G935A
[General Topics] DreadStarX:
I'm sick of being charged for something that should be free. That's the whole point behind it.

Yeah, Tethering. Net Neutrality is BAD by the way. It infringes upon every tech users rights. Essentially gives the Government more power than they already have.
[General Topics] trinilu27:
the governments already watching us....and have been for a long time...but yes it's a bunch of bull s**t..I live only a few miles away from the main nsa headquarters...strange things going on there...

SAMSUNG -S5-G900A using tapatalk
[General Topics] Soufiansky:
Do you know that S820 variants are locked down ? You can say goodbye to roms developpement..