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[General Topics] istperson:
All true. But let's compare prices, shall we. You can get an unlocked N6 for ~350$ while an unlocked Note 5 is twice the price. Then it's totally to personal preference if the CPU, GPU, RAM and screen are worth the double price. Not to mention that the Nexus 6 will still get official updates after more than two years while the Note 5 will be stuck with the same software after a year and half.

And there won't be any serious custom roms available, because of the closed exynos, and the even more closed Knox.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Yes that's true. But imo if he had to choose and there was no money issues i would have recommended the Note 5.
[General Topics] Shagrinar:
Hey guys,

I'm currently the owner of an iPhone 5s and are looking to switch to an Android phone for a year.

Now my contract is running out and I need a new one and because a few days ago my iPhone turned off at 40% battery I guess I need a new phone, set aside that I want a new phone...

I did jailbreak my iPhone and I really like to customize my phone. I like Apples update policy and would like to have something like that as well when switching to Android.

Customization should be covered by Android itself, at least in comparison to an iPhone, but regarding the update policy I guess Android phones are not the best...

When I buy a device and it gets dropped by the manufacturer after 2 minor updates I am forced to buy a new phone every two years and I'd like to keep it much longer than that.

I'd also like the phone to be clear of any software I don't need - I'd like to choose by myself what software I want.

I was very interested in the Nexus phones but as they (Nexus 5X and 6P) are not available in Germany soon, I'd say they are no longer candidates.

I then learned about the LG G4 which seems a really really nice phone (SD card, removable battery, great camera, good battery life) for ~420€ but I am doubtful about LG's update policy and the stuff they put on top of stock Android.

I also looked at the Galaxy S6 but I learned it's pretty shut off in terms of rooting/installing mods like cyanogen.

The Sony Xperia Z5 is a bit too expensive with ~690€.

Currently the LG G4 is my favorite but amongst the huge amount of Android phones I might miss "a few".

So I am asking here if you have any recommendations which phone I should buy.

I am interested in installing Cyanogenmod and being able to customize much more. Taking photos with full control (ISO, shutter, exposure time) is also something I'd like although having the absolute best camera is not priority number 1, more like 3 or 4. Customization and not much bloatware is my top priority.

Thanks a lot in advance!

Greetings, Daniel
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
I am right now using an LG G3 and it is soooo fast and fluid.

It's the best phone i ever owned i also used a Note 3 & 4 and alot of HTC flagships but this phone is way better.

LG is the king in my opinion of all phones.

I would recommend you the LG G3 with 32GB because you will have 3GB of ram in that case like me.

But LG G4 might be even better since it is a sweet upgrade.

I hope i helped you out a bit.

PS: Stay with that LG G4 decision, you won't regret...
[General Topics] RuggedHunter:
All true. I agree 100%

But he's on Verizon and specifically wants root and aosp... not available for the Verizon note 5.

AT&T S4 i337 > SafeRoot > SafeStrap 3.71 > HyperDrive RLS12

Tasker-ized
[General Topics] TheeWolf:
I am deliberating over which of the two devices I should buy, the newly announced Nexus 5X or the Moto X play.

Ever since it was announced, the Moto X seemed like a very good choice, as it has a very big battery, an sd card slot, active display (I just really really love it), and Motorola is trustworthy when it comes to system updates.

I am of course waiting for reviews before knowing which one to buy, I'll be waiting a few months before making that decision.

Basically I use my phone for messaging, some web surfing, little bit of social media. I rarely play games, and never the heavy ones (don't really find the appeal). Most of the time my phone is idle (see no reason for using it if I am near a computer for example or have no one to message with). For those reasons I am not buying some huge phone (like the Nexus 6P or a Galaxy note), I just have no interest in watching movies on my phones or playing heavy games. Also, one of the things that really annoys me with the Nexus 4 is the fact that my battery is dropping too quickly even when idle (for example, 8-9% over night, and I don't have anything open, not 3G, not WIFI, not location, etc.).

My important points for the two phones:

Processor - 808 on the Nexus vs 615 on the Moto X. Which one is better for battery?

Battery - 3630mAh for the Moto X compared to 2700mAh for the Nexus - Moto X wins here.

The sensor hub on the Nexus - sounds very promising, and really appealing to someone like me that used his proximity sensor on the Nexus 4 to unlock the phone and avoid pressing the power button.

If I understood correctly, you can just pick up the phone and it's ambient display will turn on. For me it's simply amazing. While Motorola's active display is also amazing (I used it a lot through other roms and apps) it doesn't have that capability.

5.2' on the Nexus vs 5.5' on the Moto X. I prefer smaller screens so the Nexus here wins.

The Nexus weighs less, that's better.

SD card slot in Moto X only.

The Moto X is missing **a lot** of sensors - including gyroscope and compass which are pretty much basic nowadays.

The Nexus 5X has a fingerprint sensor.

21 MP on the Moto X where the Nexus has 12 MP, though I know it depends on the sensor really, and not just the size of mega pixels. Would love some comments on that.

The Nexus has BT version 4.2 compared to to version 4.0 on the Moto X. Does it really matter?

USB type C on the Nexus. A luxury, but still.

The price! The Moto X seems to be cheaper than the Nexus 5X (and if I will purchase the Nexus, I will buy the 32GB version).

Just by writing this list I realize that the Nexus 5X could be way better, but I am concerned about battery, mostly. Would love your comments mainly on the first item on the list and the camera, but your opinions as well about everything else. I would prefer to see if I missed anything before making this decision.

Thank you.
[General Topics] obscuresword:
615 is better for battery life.
[General Topics] alwaysbelieve1:
I just pulled the plug and bought the 5x. It's got a lot more updated features that are going to out last for a year or two and also the battery life will be better in the long run with the way it is optimized with the software integrated. Also because it's a Nexus the software will be updated before any other device on the market. You always have the most up-to-date software. So if you are a software junkie who wants to have the latest and greatest (that's me) , the Nexus wins every time.
[General Topics] jasonstackhouse:
G-Note 2, that phones gonna be epic
[General Topics] ben63vw:
Not sure, I like having a physical qwerty keyboard and they don't seem to make too many new ones. I'll have to wait and see.
[General Topics] Argony-OT:
My choice would be samsung s2/s3
[General Topics] MRsf27:
I have a nexus s right now, and i really like the nexus line because of the development society. However, I keep looking at HTC and im really intrigued by what they offer in their phones. My girlfriends cousin has a sensation and its really smooth and nice and in all honesty i dont mind sense at all. Looks like a pretty good spin on android OS. I think i might go with HTC next
[General Topics] dfreake:
maybe from lg:p but with the locked bootloader:crying: ill try the phone or tablet from sony:cool:
[General Topics] Sol7_v:
Use SII for trying other rom & gaming... Use SIII for calling or internet or whatever. Use Galaxy Player for music and gaming also.
[General Topics] voyager_s:
I just got my brand new white galaxy nexus. Just WOW! Jellybean is faaaaaast!!

Crazy. No lag no more. So glad I sold the note for this. Very happy with my new next smartphone. :D:D:D
[General Topics] vedhasd:
I wish to own oneee :mad:

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[General Topics] bendirkss:
Ya, the galaxy nexus is even smoother than the phones that out spec it (SIII)

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[General Topics] Nibblex:
Waiting for Asus padfone 2 or some Xperia nexus, that would be great!

Enviado desde mi ST17i usando Tapatalk 2
[General Topics] gregnetz18:
I know you probably don't want an iPhone but if you did they do have Bluetooth keyboard cases that they make. I don't know but maybe they do it for android ones to.
[General Topics] bendirkss:
I think I'm on my way to go pick up the S3. I'm kinda scared that I won't like it coming from my nexus but well see I guess. White or blue?

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[General Topics] kenbonilla:
Screen is cracked on my gs2 as of this week, so mad cuz o have this modded perfectly to my liking right now. Oh well, need tosave up $600 and pick me up that gorgeous gs3
[General Topics] LukaNyan:
I'm currently with a LG optimus black.. but im not sure if buy a sony xperia T (TX) because he have soft digital buttons wich they take away part of the screen.. :(
[General Topics] nahek:
If i can sell my Nexus for a good price, and save some money for a while, i'll my get the S3.. but i don't know if i should to that or wait for the next Nexus, 'cause anyway when it will appear i will preorder it :D .
[General Topics] bendirkss:
Get the s3
[General Topics] bigdogsleeping:
looking at the Galaxy Nexus coming from thunderbolt
[General Topics] TimAhKin:
Sony Xperia V or T. I don't know which one yet.

I hope they will be launched soon.
[General Topics] nahek:
Why? First i have to go to the shop to see if i can get another one 'cause this started to vibrate awkward. So, if i'll get a brand new one i will sell it and get the s3, but if i sell it like this i don't have enough money.
[General Topics] bkam351:
Buy now or wait?

Hi everyone, happy noob here. I thought about making a thread for this, but this seems like the right thread to ask in. My contract is going to end in the fall which means I can upgrade. Should I get a Note 2 (gotta have that giant screen) or wait for 1080p phones to come out? I am definitely going to flash a custom rom, play a lot of video games, and listen to music. Right now I have a Captivate running CM9.
[General Topics] ayeshaali:
iphone

new is iphone 6s
[General Topics] TheeWolf:
Perhaps you should look into Xiaomi mi4c, it looks to have very good specs, though I'm not sure about their update policy.

Bloatware is not something that should concern you - once you switch to another rom (like cyanogen), all the bloatware that came with the device is erased and with root permissions, you can erase anything else you don't want as well (that can be done with stock rom as well, meaning the software that came from the factory).
[General Topics] s8freak:
6 more Posts til you hit 10 and why are you in an Android forum if you want an iPuke??
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Maybe because he is also interested in Android.

It's not always the same like you have:

'Android is good, so screw apple' you can also like multiple operating systems and companies.

No offense.
[General Topics] s8freak:
Maybe because he's supposed to be asking relevant questions to reach 10 posts instead just saying I want iPhone
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Yeah that's true but i were refering to your other statement about asking him why he is on an Android forum instead of an iPuke forum...
[General Topics] s8freak:
I know what you were referring to but my that's exactly why I posted what I did.

"I want iPhone" post 7

"I like iPhone" post 8

Completely irrelevant and against XDA rules.

Ask relevant questions to get to 10 posts.

Nevertheless this is still an Android forum.

Nuff said.
[General Topics] combat goofwing:
Still using a HTCM7,always had HTC but going to jump to the nexus 6p,May jump back if M10 is the biz
[General Topics] bikilado:
My next phn will be xiomi or moto ...
[General Topics] captaino:
xiaomi is famous here in indonesia now. maybe xiaomi or big RAM phones
[General Topics] OrpazDahan:
I think my next phone will be the Xperia z4, it looks awesome!
[General Topics] vkumarytb:
Note 5 i think will be great

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Z5 too :D
[General Topics] patriotaki:
should i get the Onda 820W tablet , Its a dual OS tablet with the following hardware specifications :

Windows8.1+Android4.4.4 OS

8 Inch 1280*800 IPS Capacitive touch screen

Intel Z3735F Quad Core 1.83GHz max

2GB DDR3L + 32GB eMMC

Support TF card up to 128GB extended (not included)

Camera 0.3MP+2.0MP

Support HDMI/Bluetooth

Basically i need a cheap tablet for the University i dont want to drain my phones battery to do some basic things. I found it on sale on geekbuying here is the link :

http://www.geekbuying.com/item/ONDA...5F-2GB-32GB-IPS-Screen-BT---White-340300.html
[General Topics] DarkCobraSK:
What does everyone think of the LG V10? It caught my eye, its design doesn't seem bad and it is powerful. The second screen and two front cameras don't really interest me much.
[General Topics] OrpazDahan:
Oops I meant the z5, the Premium version, the z4 is old already :D
[General Topics] AMDZen:
I am looking to replace my OnePlus One very soon. Please help me decide what to get.

Criteria:

Easy ROOT and custom ROMs are very important to me. OPO was great because of this and cyonogen was great for a while but not sure its right for me anymore. The OnePlus Two doesn't look all that great either. I don't need a HUGE screen, the OPO is quite big enough and I wouldn't mind even downsizing on screen size as long as the specs are good. Don't care about removeable battery or storage, looks are more imortant to me as well as a metal build that shows quality. Quality would be all previous Samsung phones until the GS6 but still not really interested in Samsung. Batter life would be very awesome.

What great spec'd phones right now are running the best custom roms?

Oh and I am still on AT&T in the USA even though my profile shows I am on the HTC ONE M7 I am no longer on that phone, upgraded to the OPO last year and looking to upgrade again soon
[General Topics] obscuresword:
LG G4 with dual screens and stronger durability so it is awesome.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
LG G3 32GB + 3GB RAM version ( 350€ )
[General Topics] ksaplostra:
bored of k920,what next?

I'm bored of mI k920 and I ware thinking of ggetting something new.

Is there something better at the moment?

I need excellent screen,camera,battery life and dual SIM.
[General Topics] Planterz:
I think it's interesting, but more as a "concept" device. But as far as buying one, no. Next phone I buy, whatever it is, will have dual front-facing stereo speakers. I love my OnePlus One, but I hate the speaker placement (I'd rather have a rear one that doesn't get blocked by my hand in portrait mode).
[General Topics] Lorenz15:
Hey Guys, im looking for a nice phone from Sony. It should not cost more than 300/350€, a display with 5 or better more inch(zoll), min. 16gb internal storage and it has to be a current smartphone which gets official updates from Sony... Thanks:)
[General Topics] 350Rocket:
You don't realize how nice the stereo front speakers are until you own one.
[General Topics] lawyerone:
Have been an everlasting HTC fans and i'm now swayed in to LG's V10. Seriously, if the M10 (O2, or whatever it's going to be called) is just a decent device, whereas the G5 is as awesome as the V10 is, i'm moving. Hope HTC managed to get some idea in and show us some innovation. The only thing that have been holding me off are the build qualities (which is droping as the year goes by) and the blinkfeed from HTC. But guess the blinkfeed can be ported, so not a big deal lol.

Probably i'm taking the G5 next. Or HTC's. Or if both are as dissapointing, I'll take the V10.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
If you search the HTC ported apps on XDA you will find a big thread where you can download and use them on any android device.

I'm using Blinkfeed too :D
[General Topics] lawyerone:
Yep, exactly. But still, going to wait for the next few month. If they messed up again, then probably gonna move.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Very smart! If you have patience enough :) Make sure you checkout the HTC mega thread in the General forums to keep up to date about the good and bad things of HTC
[General Topics] katana444:
mate s 128g with force touch
[General Topics] KrimsonHart:
Samsung note5 is way too costly for me to afford in India :'(
[General Topics] salutcemoi:
I agree tbh
[General Topics] sa-ra:
Hi...

Can anyone tell me which tablet that works on windows can I install on it remote desktop and camtasia ?

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Grand Neo
[General Topics] KINGVADER:
I am looking into buying that piece of beauty (V10 and nexus 6P):cool:

DARK SIDE™:cool:
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Go for the V10
[General Topics] desmondyip1978:
I would vote for nexus 5x.

Get the update of android os first
[General Topics] tonydd:
I can't find Micromax's Yu Yureka Plus anywhere that ships to NA. Any help?
[General Topics] djfourmoney:
Moto G (2GB/16GB), Zenphone 2 (2GB/16GB), Blu Studio C Super Camera or Blu Studio X Plus.
[General Topics] Quixi:
Probably a white Sony Xperia Z5 :D
[General Topics] obscuresword:
There's a new version of the ZF2, which has 16 GB of storage and 4 GB of ram for $229. http://www.amazon.com/ZenFone-Unlocked-Smartphone-Silver-Warranty/dp/B00VWKKF52# ( switch color to black)
[General Topics] Micafire:
I'd go with the Galaxy S5, it suits me as I am a heavy user and its battery is superior to my old s4 and LG phone.
[General Topics] Goodluck23:
Mine should be the Sony Xperia z3
[General Topics] djfourmoney:
Thanks! I was looking at the Zenphone because the Moto G (2015) lacks NFC. In-fact I wanted to get a backup as well and was considering the Moto E for that roll but I like these Blu devices that I may just get a large Blu for a backup and and ZF2 for my DD.
[General Topics] obscuresword:
I wouldn't recommend getting a Blu device as even a backup phone because they get abandoned by the company pretty quickly. I suggest getting either the Moto E 2nd generation (the one that has the Snapdragon 410 not 210) or the Moto G 3rd generation so at least you'll get software updates and have tons of support from the community. I was planning on getting a Zenfone 2, but I don't have the funds right now lol, however, my sister did get one (on my recommendation of course ;)) and she likes it a lot.
[General Topics] Butcherz:
Hi

what whould be your recommendation for my next phablet with the following requirements:

- Display size 5.7 up to 6"

- good update support, device gets android 6 either oem-update or customrom like cyanogen

- external sd would be nice but not mandatory

- good price

My favorite was nexus 6, but is excluded because of the high price.

thanks
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Moto X Pure ( starting at 399$ )
[General Topics] istperson:
Nexus 6 Price Dropped To $349 On Best Buy

http://www.ibtimes.com/nexus-6-pric...us-6-2015-expected-launch-450-sept-29-2088280
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
I'm searching for a tablet + smart watch as combo from same brand and my budget is 800 euro.
[General Topics] MrWilliams2:
Upgrade coming in November through Verizon. What phone should I be targeting?

5.7in + display

Root

Unlocked if possible

great battery life

removable battery

SD slot
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Moto X Pure
[General Topics] Darkbepo:
I think my next phone will be one that can handle some insane graphix.. That's the future
[General Topics] obscuresword:
Note 4, Moto X Pure, LG G3/G4. What is your price range?

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Note 4 or LG G4
[General Topics] bullet1520:
I want to upgrade, as I've been using the same Galaxy s4 active since it first launched.

My criteria is only a few points... my budget isn't too limited either.

1- 64bit chip that has at least 4 cores and is clocked at least at 2.0 GHz

2- Expandable storage, and internal storage of at least 32GB

3- Buttons for: power, volume, and a "home" button

(Bonus)- Can be rooted. Though I'd be slightly surprised if any newer phones can't be these days.

(Bonus)- Fingerprint scanner for security, so I don't have to enter my insanely complex pattern lock so often (even though it's as secure as a pattern lock can get).

Oh, and obviously, I'm looking for an android device, since I'm posting in the android forums >.>

Can anyone point me towards a mobile device with these features? I've searched so far and wide, with no useful results. Oh, and my carrier is AT&T, but I'm cool with buying an unlocked phone.
[General Topics] Creathorzeus:
Moto x pure or lg g4

I would take the moto X pure tho
[General Topics] josip-k:
S5 or G3? Im seriously considering of swapping, i need opinions please
[General Topics] jebiga.johnny:
But the Moto X Pure has no removable battery.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
Plus LG G4 has way better support and better specs/awesomeness
[General Topics] obscuresword:
How exactly are the specs better on the G4. They are more or less the same: http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=6901&idPhone2=7229. Also the Pure is bound to get even more support like Motorola's other devices just saying.
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
I was looking to buy the Moto X pure but i saw that my current phone LG G3 was actually pretty the same spec wise...

I assumed that the LG G4 was even better than the Moto X Pure but yeah maybe the upgrade between LG G3 and LG G4 was minimal too...
[General Topics] ahcene2035:
my next phone is Xperia Z2
[General Topics] yzak58:
wait, what?
[General Topics] DarkCobraSK:
Is anyone planning on buying the Xperia Z5 Premium? Looks like a pretty solid phone. 4k screen might be overkill but hey, it has the Snapdragon 810 and supposably a way to keep it from overheating from it. Micro SD card slot and what seems to be a great battery life and a 23mp camera. The 5.5 screen is a pretty good size as well though I am aiming for a 5.7. I honestly wouldn't mind having one myself.
[General Topics] TheG4brieL:
My next phone will be Meizu 5 Pro or Galaxy S6

Viper One M8
[General Topics] ser1a:
mobile as a security device

Hi,

I am looking for new mobile for special use- as adittional security device in my car. Currently I use Nexus 5+ Cerberus and all works great except of battery life(my nexus lasts max 24hours) and constantly problems with GPS/GSM signal(I have this problems with my Nexus from the beginning and even replacement device did not help- it is fact that Nexus 5 has worse signal than other phones I am used to)

What mobile phone do you recommend me to buy with for example 3000mAh battery, very good GPS and GSM signal?

Let's say price up to 300USD

Thank you
[General Topics] Elya_Dragon:
OPO? ( Oneplus One )

- unlocked

- 64 GB

- 300$
[General Topics] s8freak:
Just got my G928C yesterday and took about 5 minutes to root and this morning boom a new Rom drops and I'm off and running with this gorgeous device