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[General Topics] pezza10:
What about the screen makes it "not amazing." I'm sure if you got the G3 you would not be disappointed
[General Topics] GGL-Daz:
Yh, Ik I'm just wondering what other options would be good for me.

EDIT: Oh and to answer your question, the colours and contrast ratio compared to even the S3 amoled.
[General Topics] pezza10:
You can't really compare amoled and lcd, they both have their strengths and weaknesses. Anyway, so what exactly are you looking for? You say that the G3 has everything you would want, so that would be top of the line specs, large screen, good camera? There would be many devices out now that would fit that description. However, maybe it would pay to wait for the next round of devices to come out early next year, like I plan to. But if budget is too much if a concern like you said then possibly waiting for new devices to come out will allow you to get the older models even cheaper
[General Topics] GGL-Daz:
Ive just limited myself to a £300 budget so I just presumed I could only get this years phones oh and forgot to mention needs micro SD card support...
[General Topics] Rio Rapha:
For early 2014 need to taste LG G2 or Xperia Z2 im low budget only $200

Newbee Here ~ C6502
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Very well said [MENTION=5335196]pezza10[/MENTION]. For most people, their smartphone use case is no more taxing than

- phone calls

- texting & MMS

- IM chat & messaging

- web browsing/surfing

- voip - skype, Viber, CSipSimple etc

- playing audio and video files

- streaming audio and video

- casual gaming

- sat nav - offline or online

The Galaxy S2 - with custom rom based either on de-bloated stock roms or AOSP source - can comfortably handle all this and more.

Of course, xda would be a less interesting place if everyone stopped upgrading phones willy-nilly or, just to colour match a new pair of trousers or, just because... :D

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Replace the battery on the S3 is a good option until you find the right device for you. Another reason removable batteries rock!! :good::angel:

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If you can find a Qualcomm variant and, you've determined the bootloader can be unlocked and phone rooted for the latest version you will receive, the Galaxy S5 is more "right" than most...
[General Topics] GGL-Daz:
Not for under £300 though.
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
More like £360-380. Should drop in price over christmas or in the new year... ;)

EDIT: Until then, you can investigate this offer on HUKD.
[General Topics] pezza10:
You could have a look at the Z3 compact, I'm sure that's around your budget, though it, may be a bit smaller than you would like. 300 pound is equivalent to about $570 AUD and the Z3 compact is the only phone I could find that was under that price, that and the G3 of course
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
The Xperia Z1 Compact can be had for about £160 via O2 refresh as listed on HUKD. Hope you like Pink....suits you sir! :D
[General Topics] citBabY:
Hello guys! Any words on the ZR? I saw its specifications, but I don't believe that it costs like that! Must hear from you!
[General Topics] SDQB17:
I am ready to upgrade and wanted the g3 until I read in a few places that the plastic body cracks. Now I may wait for the n6 on vrz. Can anyone tell me anything reg the cracking?
[General Topics] s8freak:
[MENTION=4463570]force70[/MENTION] I'm surprised you can last 3 months without a new device LOL of course being snowed in 9 months out of the year I can understand your extreme boredom
[General Topics] force70:
See, at least you understand lol.

A guy has to have something to do in this crappy weather lol.

sent from Canada via my Note 4, 3 or 2
[General Topics] russellvone:
the M9 is the HIMA
[General Topics] Iconic24:
I currently have an M8 and I'm thinking about getting the Note 4 or the Z3. Should I make the switch, if so to what phone?
[General Topics] chiranjib90:
sir I want to know which android smartphone is better under 10000 around all specs like Display,PPI,RAM,GPS,Display Protection,Sound quality in both loudspeaker & Headphones?????

PLZ HELP ME!& SOLVE THIS TEDIOUS TASK.............................................. .................................................. .................................
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Moto G 1st gen

Moto E

Android One (from Karbonn, Spice and Micromax)
[General Topics] dwh2o13:
I'm really on the fence between the Droid Turbo and the Note 4. Most recently I have been leaning towards the Note 4 just to get the experience of the s pen. I'm currently using the Droid Razor Maxx, xt912 Verizon , rooted and running CM 11. Wow, has this been a fun phone to mod, and it still runs great. ( Hope I didn't just push my luck off the cliff) This is also something to consider(rooting and development) as I will most likely root at some point. Any input would be much appreciated.
[General Topics] brunooliveira:
Nexus 6

I tend to like the Nexus line of Android phones, because I'm a developer and they are great for development :) I've owned pretty much every nexus since Nexus One and have never been disappointed. If there is one thing I don't like is carrier-installed software (others may have less endearing names for that), so using a Nexus frees me from that. I currently have the Nexus 5 and I intend to get the Nexus 6 soon.
[General Topics] TopSpiiiiiin:
I am probably going to keep my Nexus 5 for 4 or 5 more years and because I don't know what phones will be available at that time, I'm just going to say it should be pretty powerful so that I can hopefully play PS2 and Wii games on it.
[General Topics] TiTAN-O-One:
GUYS

Any phone you guys van recommend at 220USD? Im looking for phones of my price with expandable storage and big battery ALSO cusROMs of many kind.

At first Note 2 was my answer but then my country sells the N7105 variant which has little dev supporting ROMs :(

I have like 3 days to choose so help is appreciated
[General Topics] peaceful86:
wait for z4 ultra the first real frameless phone out in the market

remarkable
[General Topics] freakTom:
My next smartphone will be Motorola Moto Maxx if it comes to Europe. If it not then Motorola Moto X 2014.
[General Topics] MasterImran1:
I won't get another phone unless my Nexus 4 cracks
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
For many users, the Nexus line of devices are hobbled by lack of SD card and removable battery. They are great for development since full kernel and AOSP source is provided. And updated driver blobs are provided with each update...

The lack of removable batteries might throw a spanner in those plans. Unless you can somehow fashion a diy solution to replacing the battery...or you are lucky and the degradation still leaves adequate capacity.

Search the thread. There was an offer on Moto X 2013 for about $230USD plus shipping...

Also used Xperia Z1/Z2, Galaxy S4 (Qualcomm variant),...?
[General Topics] ol31240:
New phone, coming from a GS3

Hi guys,

Currently, I have the Samsung Galaxy S3 and I'm looking for a new phone which will last for at least 2 or 3 years (then, removable battery really appreciated).

First, should I buy a phone now or wait a few months?

If doesn't change that much to wait I'm looking a phone that fill the followed points :

- As I said, removable battery; or easily replaceable battery

- MicroSD slot

- 4G/LTE (EU) network available

- Decent camera and a decent screen; I'm not too strict about these points

- Budget : ~400€

I hesitate between the Galaxy S5 and the LG G3.

Plus, I wonder why the S5 is unpopular these days.

Thank you :)
[General Topics] TopSpiiiiiin:
Replacing the N5 battery isn't really hard, there are dozens of tutorials for it out there. Plus, I already took my Nexus apart once to practice replacing the battery.
[General Topics] 350Rocket:
The original battery in my HTC desire was still holding about a 70% capacity after 3 years. My HTC one S I gave my friend lasts as good as new after 2 years. Both were not run real low on a regular basis which is probably a good part of why they held up.
[General Topics] docamr:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G

What is your opinion about this phone guys?

Xiaomi or One plus Phone?

which is better please guide me?
[General Topics] diplomate73:
HTC desire 816

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love this phone
[General Topics] mahmoud fayed:
A Note 4 or a Nexus 6
[General Topics] Stuart Little:
You should defenitly go for the Note 4 since you are currently enjoying the Note 1 will you fall in love with his powerfull beautiful brother.

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[General Topics] Cruzfire:
Was coming here to urge everybody to buy redmi note 4G phone, I got it like in between flagships and I think is incredible value for the money, much more than moto G, M2 aqua and such like. You can get it as low as 135€ on Ali or other website shops or 180/200 in your own country, the screen is amazing and miui looks and performs delicious.
[General Topics] svanonima:
Xiaomi phones are definitely good value for money, but there are several things to consider before purchasing their Redmi line.

I have used Xiaomi MI2S, Redmi Note, and trying Redmi 1s.

On Redmis, I found some build Quality issue (only paint on the back case) and the Camera Quality is noticeably worse than my old MI2S.

Looks like they aim for the good spec sheet phone with ridiculously low price on their Redmi phones.

Their MI2, MI3, and MI4 are great though.
[General Topics] Planterz:
I had to sell the Note 3 I picked up last month to pay my rent on time (it was too big for me anyway), but I should be able to afford a new "toy" this month or the next. I really want to get a 2013 Moto X to replace my Nexus 4, but I want a bigger screen, and the Moto X would be redundant. Plus I want a bigger battery. So I think my next phone will be an LG G2. I'll probably play around with the stock ROM for a while, but I'm sure it won't be long before I flash LiquidSmooth.
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
[MENTION=5145314]Cruzfire[/MENTION]: Xiaomi phones have almost ZERO 3rd party development and custom rom support. The Moto G/Xperia M2 [Aqua] on the other hand have decent support. Xiaomi is also guilty of tranferring user data to servers they own/control without the user's informed consent or knowledge. Those points should be included in your Redmi Note 4G advocacy.

[MENTION=5341842]svanonima[/MENTION]: They are sold for a good price. I disagree they are good value given the other shortcomings of buying Xiaomi devices. Offering unlocked bootloader, root, and enabling custom roms to exist will be a good start from Xiaomi..
[General Topics] xsessive:
looking for a good dual sim device

hi,

im looking for a dual sim device to put in my standard size work sim(cant cut it to micro or nano cuz its not mine)

some key things im looking for

-unlocked

-use standby sim (receive calls from work sim, while i use my own net10 sim that has unlimited data )

-be big device 5.2 inch and up

-lte would be nice (us bands)

appreciate any help i can get

thank you
[General Topics] papa_Lutz:
A few days ago i read in a chinaphone forum that xiaomi wants to release sources in Q1 2015, but unfortunately without source

We'll see...

ah found it: http://www.androidauthority.com/kernel-source-xiaomi-mi3-coming-q1-2015-571824/
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Idiots, the lot of them. At Xiaomi I mean.

If you won't abide by the terms of the GPL, write your own fcuking kernel from scratch and see how many phones you sell...
[General Topics] Cruzfire:
What you talking about Willis? You can root + twrp out of the box,plus how stupid is to flash non miui on mi device?

The hole point of buying this cell is for the rom itself, I mean you can easily get nexuses to flash your brains out for 200.

Just have this baby for a week, already flash 4 roms + xposed+free zillions of themes, the only "downside" is sharing my location with xiaomi, lmfao
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
If you don't

absolutely need

5.2 inch+ screen size, the Sony Xperia M2 Dual might meet your needs.
[General Topics] xsessive:
Thanks but the screen is a must coming from the galaxy note
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
I missed out AOSP in my post. Xiaomi devices have almost ZERO AOSP 3rd party development and custom rom support.

I consider bootloader unlock, root status and AOSP custom rom availability (dependent on kernel source availability plus manufacturer support + developer interest) to be neccesary to ensure a device is not a dead-end device.

You may believe that MIUI is the only rom that should be run on a Xiaomi device (and Xiaomi probably agrees with you) but, if I am paying for the device, I'll decide what rom goes on it, not you or Xiaomi.

Those Nexuses will be supported for longer than the Xiaomi dead-end devices. Don't get me wrong, I like the specs, I like the pricing. Just hate the loss of control over my device and my data (if I wanted that, Apple would be a better choice)

You're flashing variants of the same MIUI rom produced by modifying the binaries directly. Not really different roms.

As I mentioned before, it is to most user's benefit that they be in control of what data they share with Xiaomi (or anyone else) rather than have the manufacturer decide for them.

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In that case, if you can live without LTE/4G then Sony's Xperia T2 Ultra Dual might be of interest.
[General Topics] xsessive:
Any thing a little bit cheaper?
[General Topics] mahmoud fayed:
I think i will get the Note 4 for its beautiful screen and the powerful s-pen.

thanks for the suggestion.
[General Topics] BeyondHorizont:
Hello.

Just want to ask is it worth to switch my Note 2 for the HTC One M8?

I use my phone for browsing, listening to music and watching YouTube. With its front facing speakers HTC looks really impressing for me. Really like it. But I'm wondering if the M8's aluminum body will affect the signal strength.

What do you think?
[General Topics] Planterz:
I've never heard anything about the construction of the HTC Ones interfering with signals. There's some plastic involved in the construction, specifically to ensure that there's no detrimental effect to signal. Apple has done the same thing with their iPhone 6's. You'll be fine.

You might want to wait a bit for the M9 to come out. Word is that they're dispensing with that "Ultrapixel" bullsh!t and putting a proper camera in there. Plus all the rumors about the best Snapdragon SOC, Bose soundsystem, QHD screen, and everything else.
[General Topics] xsessive:
anything a bit cheaper, and those this support standard sim card size?
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
There are probably cheaper dual sim phones - particularly from lesser known chinese vendors - that use "standard" mini-sim cards, are dual sim dual active (DSDA) and have a 5.2+ inch screen but, I don't know any that I can recommend. The Xperia T2 Ultra Dual prices I've seen is around $320/€260/£205.

EDIT:

Xperia T2 Ultra Dual specs - crap, uses micro-sim card :(

Here's a selection that have the right screen and sim card size. You should check if they are also dual active. Just a list, no recommendations.
[General Topics] javserher:
I have just received an IUNI U2 ;)
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Very nice specs! And a good price.

Sadly, not on my christmas list. Like many Xiaomi devices (e.g. the Mi4) and devices from Gionee/Coolpad/Xolo/karbonn/Micromax/Blah-Blah/.. the only way to describe this device is as yet another dead-end device.

When these devices can offer unlocked bootloader

and

root

and

custom AOSP roms from 3rd party developers here on xda and from parties like Cyanogenmod, PA, Omni etc, they will be worth taking seriously - particularly by anyone who cares about the privacy and security of their data or, the lifetime of their expensive purchases (i.e. future updates).

Until then, I see some good specs (no removable battery though), very keen pricing but nothing worth owning (for me).

EDIT:

I'll add Lenovo, Huawei, ZTE, Samsung (Exynos) to the list of companies producing dead-end devices....not

all

their devices but,...
[General Topics] :
I Like Note 4 Or Htc M8
[General Topics] TacTieTee:
Guys, the most enlightened experts, I have been following this thread closely and I must say the folks out here give excellent advice.

I wanted a phone with the following features -

Lollipop ready or upgradeable

2GB ram or good RAM management if 1 GB

No rebranded phones, only original

Good speakers

Non Laggy

DUAL SIM.

At least 8MP cam w/flash.

The phones which adhere to these demands are 2.

Moto G 2

Asus Zenfone 5

I really want to go for Asus because Moto G 2, although has better following, is just a Moto G with a bigger screen. But going for Zenfone 5, as much as I want to, is risky since there seems to be negligible development for it on this forum.

Do you guys think Zenfone 5 will get the developer's love? Or should I settle for Moto G2? I really need a phone which has dev support along with above mentioned features. Kindly, humble request to guide me to a phone which has these specs apart from these two and I have missed mentioning them.
[General Topics] papa_Lutz:
Nothing to do with love, like all Non-Qualcomm devices its just lacking sources for development
[General Topics] sergialess:
Between that two, I'll stick to the Moto G 2014 (5"). For the price is a good phone and probably better accepted by the dev community.

Enviado desde mi Galaxy Nexus usando Tapatalk 2
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
To your list, one can add:

- Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Dual i9192 - any Lollipop will have to be from 3rd party developers

- Sony Xperia M2 Dual - gieven this news item, one has to presume good custom rom

also

- LG G2 Mini Dual (may not get Lollipop and development is very slow)

Don't know if Zenfone 5 will ever get the development support you want, no sign that Asus (unlike Sony and to a much lesser extent Motorola) is eager to help cultivate and nurture that support.
[General Topics] foehammer1982:
Galaxy note 3 or LG G3
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Not Galaxy Note 4 or LG G4? :p
[General Topics] 350Rocket:
I just sold my 16gb nexus 5 for $300, waiting for a nexus 4 from eBay for $165. Money is tight lately. Will probably be sticking with the nexus 4 for at least a year.
[General Topics] foehammer1982:
Haha xD no if you actually look at the N4 the N3 has better specs

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Ooh or the one + one buy need an invite
[General Topics] beespoison:
I really want to have Sony Xperia Z3 Compact :)
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
While you wait, you could perhaps think about selling the Xperia SP and get a used Xperia Z1 Compact for not too much extra money...

Just an idea. :D
[General Topics] beespoison:
Oh yeah, i forget about Xperia Z1 Compact, thanks man :good:
[General Topics] raonizal:
I want to see the Galaxy S6 !!! :D
[General Topics] cream0922:
I want to buy android galaxy...
[General Topics] luqman98:
Budget?

Sent from my Xperia E1 dual

1. Love doesn't need any reason.

2. Wanna speed up 3G (not 4G LTE)?

Here it is:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2586876

3. Press the thanks button if I really helped/assisted you.
[General Topics] MABBS:
Current: Xperia M2 Black D2303 4G LTE

Next:Xperia Z3 or maybe waiting for Z4 :D i'm in love with Sony after a long term Breakup with Samsung Galaxy's (S3 i9300) :)
[General Topics] nikzDHD:
Those wanting the One Plus its available to buy off the site with no invite. Depending if they ship to your country.
[General Topics] Planterz:
Well, that narrows it down. To about 7 zillion different devices.:p
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
I hear ya! Slowly migrating to Sony Xperia for all devices - guaranteed bootloader unlock, root and custom roms? With Sony's active help and support? Sign me up, Scotty!

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What about this: Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos Receives Early CM12 Port

I usually warn people away from non-Qualcomm Samsung devices. They are typically dead-end devices with no guarantees of future updates plus root plus bootloader unlock but, maybe you find CM12 availability enough for the timeframe you expect to use it...very early build though...
[General Topics] Stuart Little:
I assume you want the Samsung Galaxy S5 since it's for me the current Samsung image.

Or you are some non-tech dude that heard from his son about his new Samsung Galaxy S5 and you only remember Samsung Galaxy... ( That's what my grandma did ) :p

Sent from my i9100 running gingerbread.
[General Topics] Ritvars:
For me the image would be Note 4. :)
[General Topics] Stuart Little:
To be honest, The Note 4 and the Alpha series are the best Sammy phones ever but are from my opinion not having any classic sammy elements inside them. That's not bad weirdly enough

Sent from my i9100 running gingerbread.
[General Topics] Ritvars:
I'm not sure about the Alpha's, but Note 4 surely is.
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Shame on you sir!

How you could be so heartless.....you even typed that statement on an

i9100

.... :crying: :p :angel:

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The Note 4 is certainly the phone with the best specs that Samsung ever made, the Galaxy S2 however

really

was the best phone when it was released. Not to mention this was during the period when Samsung was wooing 3rd party developers, promising to do what Sony is doing today - i.e be open and, support and encourage development. Now, it's fort knox...

The metal-bound Alpha series serve the same function as the bigger-sized iPhone6/6Plus - stop the (often clueless) hipsters from defecting to the other side.

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This made me laugh :laugh:

A few family members and friends/colleagues have done this over the years.....and amazingly ended up with S2/S3/S4/S5 despite having no real idea what they were...some hadn't even seen one before. :laugh::laugh:

My cousin wasn't so lucky, she ended up with some random Galaxy Duos model coz she tried to buy while on holiday in some backwater place..
[General Topics] domenicop:
I want a phone that has:

- Between 4.7"-5.2" screen size

- Good battery

- Quick Android updates and near-if-not-exactly stock Android experience

What phone should I get? I currently own a Nexus 5 which is great, but fails miserably on battery life.

In a year, has been pushed out any N5 competitor with better battery life?
[General Topics] cresch07:
I know this thread is old, figured I'd post anyways. My S3 has an Adreno 225 GPU. The cheap LG Realm however has an Andreno 305. That is the only thing I am seeing that is an actual upgrade from the S3. I checked GSMArena and compared the Realm to the SGH-T999. Does this thing seriously have better graphics than mine, while everything else on it is low-spec?
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
If battery life is the issue with wat you have, perhaps consider user-removable batteries as a must have for the next one?.

Also, there are diy solutions to replace the N5 battery, something to try maybe?
[General Topics] domenicop:
It's small, if I would change it, it would get a little better, but it's always a 2300mA on a FullHD screen.

EDIT: I got it, you mean to carry around a second battery to change during the day. I don't know I could still only charge one of them overnight...
[General Topics] MiyagiSan:
Which LG Realm precisely?.

I doubt that it has better graphics. It just has a higher-spec gpu. Lots of other things contribute to the "graphics quality" you see on the screen - cpu, clock speed, drivers, display, sensors (for gaming/satnav) etc
[General Topics] iOMonkey:
From a design perspective, note 4. I also love the stylus which goes well with a large screen. Note 4 is also a bit slimmer