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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Hi everyone. I want buy a Galaxy S3. But I bought a lot of things for my Play and Now I don't want left this things. (Mugen Power 3600mah, 64gb micro sd) but xperia play is too fat for me. Anyway it's not a big problem for buying a new phone. I don't know. I love my Play but I want S3. What should I do guys ? And I have a Ps Vita. I can use vita+s3. And I'm sure that I can't use s3 and play together.

Thanks for everyone.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AudioCreaper:
Let the xperia play go.... the play did its time.... Have fun with the s3!

Sent from my Xperia Play
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xcited android user:
Get the s3 and the s3 has a micro sd slot.

Sorry for my bad English. It's not my native language.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Shaun27:
i have a xplay and my girlfreind has a s3 ,i like the s3 but touchscreen gaming is totally awfull imo no matter what specs it has
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Zerobarat1:
+1 true that.

But S3 :P is a wonderfull piece of device
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
So what should I do guys ? Please help me. I don't wanna choose wrong phone.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CloudShepherd:
Don't get the s3 if you want to continue gaming. Only get it if you're gonna use it for everyday stuff like calling, texting, emails, etc. The Xperia play has lived it's life, and now its time to move on. That phone is going to be futureproof for a little while so benefit from that
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] paddybud:
Does it has to be a DOA /all or nothing choice to make?

I vote for you keep both of the two¡*¡*you may enjoy the s3 and keep the xplay, to find out which one is the final option you choose to bring out with
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Can I find a gamepad for s3?: if I found, can I play all the games like play's gamepad ??

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CloudShepherd:
Probably but it will be very cumbersome to carry around with you everywhere
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
I will search. If I find a good S3 gamepad I will switch to s3.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ozzmanj1:
I'm not going to lie, if I did not have the PLAY I would snag an S3. But I serioulsy loath touch screen gaming, cannot stand it. So I will keep using my PLAY until it just dies. I love my PLAY too much.

Also, I do love how many updates S(E) has put out for our phone in 1 year. To my knowledge an from my friends experience with Samsung there ability to update their phones is terrible. They may be number 1 in android phones but they practically never update their phones firmware, again this is simply from 3 friends having anything from an Infuse to S2.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Strife182:
What games do you have on Vita?, If Vita satisfies your gaming needs then get the S3. I just got a 3DS and I rarely use my Play for gaming now. :good:
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Leraeniesh:
Dont listen to the fanboys here.

The S3 is the way to go. Much faster, better update support, and way better features.

If you are against touchscreen controls, buy a PS3 controller :D
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Strife182:
Yeah, and while you're at it buy a 14 inch LCD TV. :silly:

#gamingonthego

But seriously, it all depends on how important gaming is for you to decide which phone have, if you like touchscreen controls or not, and if your vita will satisfy your gaming needs. If gaming is not a priority then don't think about it and get a S3
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Geeve:
Well it's up to you to make the final decision.

Here are some tips you may consider:

- If you want one of the most advanced smartphones at the moment, to have pride with your specs and to show off to your friends buy S3. Also, you get a faster experience and the latest Android version.

- But, if you like gaming moderately or a lot, you should definitely consider keeping the Play to achieve the best experience - playing on touchscreen is just a pain and it makes gaming less more interesting. Also, you wouldn't have wasted the money on those two products as well.

My opinion: I would keep XPlay, enjoy the products I bought for it, enjoy gaming and save the $800 for other things or better phones that will come in the future (preferably XPlay 2, if not, something better than S3).

Again, it is only up to you. Good luck!
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] WebNavigator77:
I think you should wait for Samsung S4. They say that it will have a nuclear processor to make a phone call, and it will work in fusion reaction while you take pictures.

But when that happens you will be frustrated because there will be rumours of S5 that could simply read your thoughts. It's when you will not need stupid physical controls.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Guys is there a way to use gamepad In s3. The only reason that I'm thinking gamepad. Can I find extra gamepad for s3' if I found can I use this like play's gamepad ? Will I have a compatibility problems with extra gamepad ?

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Strife182:
Try this one :good:
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sufy1000:
Haha ! I so agree with you there :good:
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ClioCreslind:
You have to make the decision yourself.

But you should analyse what you gain vs. what you lost in switching to S3, and give a 0-10 points weighting/importance to each point according to your needs, with 0 being useless to you, and 10 being most useful. Think hard, some gains/losses are not obvious.

For example (and example thinking behind the weighting):

Gains:

- (+3) Better CPU/RAM/Storage (The PLAY does okay with the tasks I throw at it, but better hardware would still give better experience.)

- (+4) Friends will no longer say your phone is thick

- (+7) Better Camera capabilities (Oh! I have kids and a good Camera in a pinch is really useful for me.)

- (+1) New Android 4.0 Features that the PLAY does not already have

- (+2) Larger Screen

- (+4) It's currently in promotion which nets me $40 savings

- (+2) I'll end up with 2 android devices (which I think can be somewhat useful in some situations)

Lost:

- (-7) lose built-in gamepad, Xperia Play Optimised android games, and emulators. (I think not many future Android games will support Xperia PLAY, but I'm still enjoying current ones that does, and emulators a lot! Best alternative on S3 is clip-on gamepad but it's another piece to charge; another piece to bring with me and may not have so much game support.)

- (-6) Opportunity cost of 24 Months Contract (I'm on the fence about the S3... I probably won't bother changing handsets again for the duration if I commit. By keeping the Xperia PLAY, I can still wait until I'm certain about the S3, or another handset.)

- (-4) all those accessories for the PLAY cannot be used with S3 anymore

- (-2) Financial Costs of device + accessories you plan to buy $800 (pffft..., I'm rich.)

- (-2) Environmental impact (I feel bad about changing handset while it still serves all my purposes nicely... well, a little anyway...)

Results:

Gains = +23 points

Lost = -21 points

===============

Total = +2 points

In this example, a result of +2 points, out of the scale of +23 points, is not a very convincing win for S3. If you want to be rational in this decision, I would suggest pulling the trigger only if it's a little more convincing or if there's some gains you want to put a +10 into.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Hi everyone,

I read all of these answers. Thanks for your helpful comments. I selected a movement after reading your answers. Probably, i will switch to Samsung Galaxy S3. The only reason that Im thinking, S3 does not have a gamepad. Yeah, I think this is the only problem. Oh, and I have a one more problem too. My Play's battery is 3600mah and this is amazing for me. Battery life is really long. But I looked S3's battery. It was 2100mah. It is terrible for me. (Yeah, seriously !) Is there any extended battery for S3? (Must be 3600) I know S3 is a new phone. And I'm sure it will be a working for extended batteries. If 3600mah battery came, will s3 be more thick ?

And here is my Number one problem. :D

S3 doesn't hace gamepad. (Yeah, this Is :D) I found a gamepad that named "iControlPad" please check it. Aaand, is there anyone know a gamepad that Compatible with S3, compatible with all of games like Play have. If I found this, it will be amazing. Oh god, s3 with gamepad!

(I'm on holiday, so my data connection is horrible. I can't look extended battery or Gamepad on internet. So don't be mad please ! :D )

Im thinking, if I will not found any gamepad I will keep my play for gaming only. But graphical problems will be more, comparing S3. Anyway, I shouldn't think this right now. Because I'm hopeful. I will find a gamepad. Yeaaaa. Thanks for answers.

Regards,

Me :D
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wuby:
Huh. I've tried S3 nearby my house and i must say, that the phone is really awesome, but. Do you like gaming more or you just install some apps and work and sometimes you play games like Angry Birds? S3 has quadcore processor and 4.0.4 ICS preinstalled. But, i must say that play has 1ghz 1core and games run so smooth with good graphics too! And as a phone, play is really awesome. Price is just too good too.

Sent from my epiiiiiiiiiic untoorooted Xperia Play
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
I need gamepad for s3. Right ?

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Any suggestion guyss '????

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Leraeniesh:
There are other ways to get Hardware controls on portable devices.

I've used my Play for nearly 14 months now, and I hate it. Gaming is more of a gimmick to me.

If being able to slide out a little gampad is extremely important to you, you should have the Play.

If its not, then get the S3.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AudioCreaper:
I saw one of " xperiagamerworld"s (poo-tang) video talking about a gamepad.

Sent from my Xperia Play
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chery2k:
What I head from Mugen the extended battery for the S3 is coming out soon.
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Yes you're completely right! But I need yours help again. Because I want find a gamepad for S3. Is there any one can help me about this problem ? If I find Can I use gamepad like Play gamepad's compatibility ?

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aaron187:
Yeah that's so true in my opinion it's quite boring, there's only so much gaming you can do and thats not great either!
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
But I Still love my play. Yuff, I'm like little girls :D

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chery2k:
The Xperia Play for me is a unique device on its own. Already developers are spending time to get touchpad working in roms for Xperia Play. So I won't count out Xperia Play out yet. S3 is still a brand new device and development is just getting started. My vote goes to Xperia Play :victory:
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Can I use play and s3 together ?

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chery2k:
Yes it is possible to use s3 and xperia play together. You just need to have a bluetooth app. Xperia play would be your controls and the s3 is for playing "games."
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Wow it's awesome. But I'm still searching gamepad for s3.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Any recommendations guys ? It's really complicated. And I can't select a phone.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Any recommendation guys ? It's complicated. I can't select a phone.

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mehdi.moha:
i'm playing with my xperia play ,more tha my psvita

to be honest , xperia play is always on my hand for call/game.

if you are gamer ,just hold xperia play tight , case touch screen never can act like gamepad ! but if you are looking for technology , don't hesitate ang switch on S3 .

Damn sony for no xperia play 2 or somethings like that ...
[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Android Is ReadyTo Play.:
Oooh, I'm still searching gamepad for s3. After if I find I will buy S3. If I will not buy a S3. I will be extreme repair for my play. (New housing parts, Mugen power battery 3600, 64 gb micro sd)

But today I tried Nova 3 and Mass effect 3. And phone lagged. Can Play play all of new games ?

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[Xperia Play Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] datswhy:
Like all of the advices, its up to u, why should u ask n asking more? If u can hve both of it, why not, its great to keep xplay with its unique hardware n the latest android device s3..

I will get both if i can :)

And for the games, it run smoothly in my xplay although MEI not optimized..

Sory for my bad english

Regards from Lucian

Xperia Play with True Ancestor Rom modded myself..

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[Galaxy S III Accessories] ritthyhang:
Can anyone list all bloat we're able to safely freeze/remove?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Randomacts:
Wrong section. =p

Also http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1740228
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ritthyhang:
Yea sorry about that stupid big thumbs press the wrong thread
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Oli2k:
Youtube Link

Yet another video review, I do quite like this case. Any feedback is more than welcome.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mcall_r:
What's peoples experience on scratching?

I bought a similar generic TPU case from amazon, although it is OK, I am worried about the amount of dust that collects around the rim of the case/phone.

I have had bad experience before with gel cases, which I think are exactly the same as these TPU cases, with my Galaxy S1, where lots of dust got trapped under the case and eventually caused alot of scratching/abrasion on the shiny plastic case of the phone.

What is everyone elses opinion on these types of cases, or any cases for that matter for getting dust trapped under it?

I have just purchased some of those XtremeGuard full body protectors for my S3, but to my disappointment they do not cover the silver rim around the phone. Has anyone else had scratches on the silver bit yet? If so how easily is it scratched?

Overall I do sound a bit OCD, but I hate getting scratches on my phone as it just wrecks the resale value!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Oli2k:
No it's fair enough. I'll try it for a few days maybe a week and see how I get on. Seems ok after a day or so
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Oli2k:
No issues so far, will try it for a few more days
[Galaxy S III Accessories] hanhav:
Genuine or not?

Hi Oli2k.

I bought this case from chinese seller on ebay.

I just think mine is not genuine cause there are no rubber caps in the flaps that go INTO connectors. Also there is a text "GalaxySIII" on the back of the case.

I am pretty sure this is not genuine case but the seller claims it is.

In a picture of the case on cover of the packaging is also a text "GalaxySIII".

Someone else have it?

Link to dropbox, https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vzkpagzy2ncscbw/mpUldJdd7y

Here is also the link for item I bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/13072419758...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_5283wt_1163

Product pictures are genuine(same as mobilefun), but the case itself is different.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] nsx280ps:
I bought mine from amazon.com and there are no flaps that go INTO the connector, just covering the connector...

as for the GS3 print, I think the international version of the case has the print, because the battery cover does not have the GS3 logo.... the US version does not have the logo on the case as there is already one on the battery cover....

Yours looks genuine to me
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] addictedhacks:
I unlock Galaxy Notes alot and this is the second one that does this. As soon as it unlocks it looses all cellular network and wont activate with any sim, not even att. I have tried apns (restoring and creating) Restoring with Odin and nothing works. Its as if its network bricked. The imei is there and original baseband. Someone please help...:(
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] addictedhacks:
Anyone??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Clark Joseph Kent:
Ok first you have give it time between posts...asking for assistance or info...you have give it time to get your issue's addressed...XDA is a world wide community...

have you taken it to your carrier to see if they can put in on the network,

you prob have to get you imei set with the carrier what carrier are you using, say verizon on your profile is this what you are using?

I had to do this with my carrier on a different phone, call them or go by the carrier store...

you said when you unlock it, it wont connect to att...is an att note...why you unlock it for an att sim? or am i not reading it right?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] addictedhacks:
Thanks for the reply... I have spent so much time looking for a solution online and nothing... well I unlocked it for t-mobile first and got network unlock successful. Then that stupid circle stayed and never gave me signal. Now I dont care what carrier its on I just want it working but not even its original carrier will work (ATT). I called cellunlocker.net and they said to call att. i called att and they blew me off as well. I called att and they said its not unlockable?? what the heck does that mean?? its a gsm phone!! So now im stuck with no signal ever since i entered the unlock code.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] JEZZEJAMEZ:
Same

I was having same issues my apn came up with cingular. Ive never had them so im playing with those settings now...we will see if this helps
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] rangercaptain:
Cingular APN is OK. But you need to call at&t store and ask them to reprovision your sim so you can use LTE/4g network (if it's available).

When they change that (it doesn't change your rate plan) your APN will change to PTA.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] rangercaptain:
When you unlock its a permanent change in your phone that let's you use any GSM carrier sim card.

You have to flash a modem compatible with the network. That is your base and number. For at&t the current modem is ULCF5, and its good for all North America, except T-Mobile, Wind(Canada).
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rivas741:
So the Nexus was dropped to 350. T989s go for about 320 on eBay. Is it a good idea to replace my T989 for a Nexus and then load JB on it? Thanks in advance! :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] drzplaya1121:
By the time u sell it and get your money JB shud be officially out
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] JWhipple:
I'm glad I'm not the only one who has considered this!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rsfaze:
If you can deal with no SD slot.. why not? :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rivas741:
Does the 1.2Ghz on the Nexus perform better the our 1.5Ghz S3 processor?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Spitfire:
Many times good software can make up for hardware. I don't own a Gnex myself but I've read good things about how smooth it runs. They'll always get the best vanilla android software as well. Camera quality (8mp vs 5mp) and no sd card slot are probably the biggest concerns with it.

You can always check out their forum and see how people like it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bikrame:
I will never do this. I need extra memory and in 3 years i havent carried camera with me lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Jrude2262:
i honestly think its a stupid trade, dont get me wrong the nexus is a beast n has some amazing developments but if ur doing this only for JB u might as well be patient n wait till we get ours
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Pandemic187:
The lack of SD card slot and overall mediocre hardware quality put me off. I was definitely considering the Nexus as I prefer a pure Android experience, but the reviews just aren't great.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rivas741:
I already posted it up on Craigslist. Do you guys think I'll regret it later?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] combaticushd:
I had the same idea!

I was thinking about selling my Galaxy S II GT-I9100, so I could get the Gal Nex and get a taste of Jelly Bean.

You might want to check out this Galaxy S II resale value guide [goo.gl/lwq4T] it has some useful insight regarding the differences in the second hand prices of the GS2.

Lucky for you the T-Mobile version has the highest (locked version) resale value @ $357~ on Ebay.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] VoiD_Dweller:
Well looks like you will find out the hard way ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rymanh:
The 5 mp camera is what turned me off

I like my Roms the way I like my women..... Clean and smooth
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] protegemini:
Apple just banned galnex in US
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] belly1026:
Whoa!

This is bananas!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Vzqsmooth56:
I've asked myself this question since the price dropped, and frankly im scared ill miss my s2 and regret the decision. Lol. I'm just going to save up and order one from google. But remember Apple just won a court ruling that bans the selling of the nexus here in the USA. Gaaay apple.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Vzqsmooth56:
we just got ics, and its been over a year since ics was mentioned...i highly doubt well see jelly bean on our phones working fully and officially.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Rob4828:
I also though about selling this phone for the gnex but in the end decided not to and be patient. I'll just save up so cash. If you do get it tell us how it is
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rivas741:
I sold my T989!

So today I sold my T989 on Craigslist for $345. I had $60 extra and I just ordered it from the play store.

I think I got lucky I sold it for 345, because some used in mint condition T989s on eBay are now going for about $300.

I'll let you know what I think about it. I can always come back to T989 if I don't like it. I'm sure the resale value of the GNex will go up if the ban is put in full effect!