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[General Questions and Answers] EternalSeekerX:
Need some help deciding on a new device.

Some background:

So my device history is as followed: Acer Liquid --> Galaxy Nexus --> Galaxy Note 3 --> Galaxy Note 7.

Price: The range should be the same as my galaxy note 7 in CDN dollars but lower msrp the better!

Carrier: Wind Mobile (I believe they are GSM?)

Country: Canada

Size Preference: Well between 5.5 to 5.7.

My usage has evolved per device, I will list the recent usage from my Note 7:

-Used the phone for calling,texting,social media, etc.

-Media consumption using a 1440p screen for YouTube, Netflix, and some native HDR content, music using lossless files with power amp and music streaming with spotify

-Heavy 3D games, emulators, and Pokemon Go, etc.

-Using hpc applications, loading compute payloads using otg, gnuroot to run workstation applications (programming, scripts, sensor data, machine vision, etc.); Use for on the go work but mostly a side/independant work

-Using drafting application on native android and linux (part of the previous point)

-Used fingerprint and iris scanner, SD card encryption, phone encryption during start up, secure folder, etc.

-Used all samsung features

-Listen to music using a 3.5mm jack at home and bt headphones on the go/gym

-Taking pictures, videos, using slow mo

-etc.

So, to summarize :

I love media consumption and media capture with the phone, I use every feature my Note 7 has and I would love to use newer features to. Battery life should be well and I love expandable storage. I use my phone for emulators, Pokemon Go, other high graphic (for a phone that is) game, spotify, data storage and transfer (for my work files and such), and I do use some "High Performance" application on the phone such as Autocad, Matlab , gnuroot Debian and other analysis software and even computing by uploading payloads via usb otg(as a hobby and sometimes to complete work on the go). I also love using root access (but if I can get most root features without rooting the phone it be great).With all that, I also use the phone like any other person such as for social media, phone calls (omg I know :P), test messaging etc.

For the future: I would use Android wear/samsung gear s3, wireless charging, etc.

I only spent 570.00 CDN on the note 7 because of wind tab upfront. I was paying $25.00 a month until my tab cleared out. Since I refunded my note 7 I only got back the 570.00.

So for my options I have this:

1). Get the S7 Edge now at full retail price with the 100 discount now. Maybe upgrade to the S8 edge or note 8 and give the s7e away.

2). Get Pixel XL and hope to get it soon from google play store.

3). Get LG V20 and hope no issues arise.

4). Or are there any devices that cost less but has really good specs for my use case that I can use till Samsung next flagship? Most of the so called mid range devices cost upwards of 600 to 700 in cdn dollars. :(

Looking for SD expansion, similar to better performance than exynos 8890 or SD 820, 1440p screen or atleast amoled and usb type-C?
[General Questions and Answers] naivetiu:
Hello, I need some phone advice. Since I need to return my Note 7 I've been trying to figure out which other phone to get. I realized recently that all these crazy specs don't really matter to me and all I want from a phone is a good battery to last through an eventful day (e.g. when I go to a concert I'd prefer if I didn't have to re-charge it), a good camera (so that I can take some good footage at said concert lol), and either plenty of storage or expandable storage. All the other things like waterproof, wireless charging, etc are nice but they're just things that I don't end up using. I just want a device that allows me to use social media, communicate with family back home, record my experiences on my exchange abroad, and ideally last a whole day. Probably unnecessary to buy a phone with a million other fancy features.

My budget is anywhere below $500. I know there are a few cheap phones like OnePlus 3 and the Nextbit Robin but I don't think their battery lives are that good. There are also some Chinese phones that seem good like the Xiaomi Mi Note Pro but I'm not sure which ones are the best. I'm also open for getting a secondhand phone, although it kind of worries me to do so since I've never done it before. FYI I'm in South Korea so I'll have to check whether the bands for my options will work here.

Maybe I should just get a Samsung Galaxy s7 with the $100 discount, but the past 2 Samsung phones I've had have this really weird static sound whenever I film videos... But maybe it's caused by my phone case since it's the magnetic one? I don't even know D:

Any ideas?
[General Questions and Answers] kireflow90:
The galaxy light may be what you want. Still has active development (not a ton but enough users to help out) okay specs and runs pretty well on the one good custom ROM we have. They're old enough that you could probably get one on eBay for cheap
[General Questions and Answers] Claureid:
Thanks Vatsal, so I finally settled with the Mi Max. I must say this thing is frigging awesome. The camera shoots a little grainy though, but its far outweighed by the overall goodness of this device. This has to be the best device under this budget !
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Haha it's a pretty nice device.

I have it around as well. And I really like it :cowboy:

Anyways glad you liked it :good:
[General Questions and Answers] Claureid:
Oh great you're using it as well !! (...slightly off-topic : you must have found a way to fix the grainy in-door video issue ?)
[General Questions and Answers] D5R:
Hello guys!

I'm currently stuck between choosing the Galaxy S7 Edge or the OnePlus 3.

The main thing I don't like about the Samsung is the software. I know touchwiz is better nowadays, but I don't really like it that much (yes i've tried it, my brother has one).

Altough I never tried a Oneplus 3 before, I really like the phone. From the reviews I've seen, I love the design and more importantly I love the Software. So my question is, which one should I choose, considering I can get the S7 Edge with a great discount almost matching the Oneplus 3 price?

Thanks for any help!
[General Questions and Answers] kireflow90:
I'd wait for the one plus 4
[General Questions and Answers] Planterz:
The Galaxy Light would not be what I'd recommend. Very little development, it's practically abandoned, and frankly, it's a piece of crap. I Hulk-smashed mine in frustration.

A Galaxy S3 or S4 (Snapdragon, with unlocked bootloader) or Nexus 4 or 5 or LG G2 would be my recommendations for a cheap phone to tinker with. The S3 and S4 have the advantage of microSD and USB OTG, which can act as a secondary failsafe if you screw something up, plus an easily swapped battery. The Nexus 4 and 5 and LG G2 are extremely tinker-friendly, and aren't terribly difficult to replace the battery or screen assembly, so you can pick one up for very cheap and bring new life to it despite being "tired" from old age. Moto X 2013 Developer Edition would be a good choice too. All these phones are still competent enough to do what you would expect a phone to do, and can be had for dirt cheap. And more to the point, all will have tons of development including ROMs, kernels, recoveries, etc. Of those I listed, my personal choices would be the S4 or the G2. The Nexuses are both limited in storage, the 5 less limited, but the battery kinda sucks and the camera really sucks, and the G2 covers both of those problems. And the S4 with the battery (get a Zerolemon 3000mAh replacement) and microSD slot make it an extremely practical device, both for tinkering and actual use.
[General Questions and Answers] kireflow90:
It really is lol. Do you know anything about the Alcatel Idol 4 (cricket version)? I'm pretty sure I'm going to but it this week just wanted your input on it.
[General Questions and Answers] Trunksleo:
Which its best??

NEW

alcatel idol 3 (4.7), moto g 3 (2gb/16gb) xt 1540, moto g4 play, huawei p8 lite, BLU Vivo Air LTE. LG ZERO or XCAM

USED

HTC M8, MOTO X 2013 developer edition, S5 or mini, S4 or Mini.

All about near the same price.
[General Questions and Answers] Planterz:
A co-worker of mine had the Idol 3 until the screen cracked after leaving it in his car (it gets a bit warm here during the summer). It seemed nice, especially for the price. Good speakers. I expect the Idol 4 to be the same. It won't be a gaming powerhouse, but will suffice for typical daily stuff. Plenty of RAM, enough storage (plus microSD slot), etc. As far as development goes, I have no idea at all. Interestingly, many of Cricket's phones support T-Mobile's band 12 LTE despite them being an AT&T MVNO.
[General Questions and Answers] kireflow90:
no real development yet, some people have twrp and root for certain variants but from what I've heard the cricket one is still a no go.
[General Questions and Answers] w4y4n:
Short question, oneplus one or lg g2? Need some advices, thanks.
[General Questions and Answers] 350Rocket:
I owned a one plus one and an lg g2 both only for a few months. I think I'd go for the one plus one based on build quality, screen size, storage size, and development.
[General Questions and Answers] Trunksleo:
Nobody???
[General Questions and Answers] strongst:
Lol, so much devices. I think it's difficult to select only one that's the best, cause the features are not identical and also the rom support I think...
[General Questions and Answers] 350Rocket:
I vote m8 out of those because i had one and loved it. The camera wasn't as bad as everyone said. Much better than the moto x 2014.
[General Questions and Answers] Trunksleo:
Yes, i know.

Then from this: NEW

alcatel idol 3 (4.7), moto g 3 (2gb/16gb) xt 1540, moto g4 play

Or step up on budget:

New: m4 aqua, sony m5, sony xa or z5compact.
[General Questions and Answers] kromastorm:
Hi all,

I am looking to buy a budget tablet (8 inch) in India. Budget is around Rs 15K ( $220). Main usage will be listening music and watching movies, light facebook games etc. I am out of touch with tablet world so I have no idea what is good. I have checked out lenovo yoga Tab 3 8, not sure if this is the best device out there for my budget.

Please let me know your suggestions.

Thanks
[General Questions and Answers] bloodstains:
I was hoping for help selecting a phone or tablet with 2 specific requirements. Bcmon support as well as good/decent built in gps (that works without a cell connection).
[General Questions and Answers] Paludal:
Had my Galaxy S5 attempt at pull a Note 7, but not enough guts to catch fire luckily.. (Battery swollen up enough to push screen from frame), it happened within a year of buying it so, I got a full refund.. So I am looking for a new phone. Have some problems choosing, the Phones I currently am down to is Galaxy S7 Edge (kind of feels risky).. and Sony XZ. Main use (other than phone use) is Ingress/Pokemon go and Kairosoft games. Good GPS is rather important. and IP68 as its cold and snow here in Norway in winter time, Cold and wet during autum and spring. good waterproofing is good.
[General Questions and Answers] gorilla p:
Very happy with the Nexus 5X that I purchased last year. It had some performance issues at first due to new architecture, new OS, and throttling issues.

For the past 6mo and especially since 7.0 update performance has been excellent. I run scaled back settings for improved battery life and everything is still very snappy and no lag. Might not be good for heavy gamers due to throttling.

Full support for T-Mobile bands for LTE, long range 700MHz, VoLTE and more.

Camera is excellent and Electronic Image Stabilization is available with a one line build.prop entry.

Tons of custom ROM, kernel, recovery support which has added extra features, performance and security improvements (kernel has ARP-spoofing protection), latest version of Android right away and quarterly firmware/security updates. Pixel features work. This device will have ports of the latest Android version for years to come.

There are tons of accessories available and battery life is decent.

Very happy so far. This device is a perfect example that good firmware is just as important as hardware when developing a device.
[General Questions and Answers] Rannison:
Need help picking a new phone

Hi Everyone,

I'm hoping to get some advice on what phone to buy. Here are my search parameters:

OS & Provider:

Android or Windows based (Android preferred, Lollipop or higher).

T-Mobile US (or compatible).

Hardware:

Highest performance/speed commercially available (CPU, GPU, RAM).

Stock:

I plan to flash mine, but my wife's will be stock, so I'd like the best performance even in comparison across all stock models commercially available.

Price:

Not a concern, just give me the best hardware!

Optional (but nice):

Any modularity, such as upgradable parts (from performance perspective) or external access to SD, etc etc.

IR blaster / radio transmitter would also be nice.

What I don't care about:

Camera/audio doesn't matter.

Battery life doesn't matter.

Heat dissipation doesn't matter.

My background is mostly in custom computer builds, so please forgive any ignorance on my part regarding mobile phones. Thanks everyone!
[General Questions and Answers] slingblade01:
You mentioned Nexus devices. If I purchase a Pixel or XL (Verizon version) from a non-Verizon source, will it be rootable? My primary goal is keeping my unlimited data and wifi tether.
[General Questions and Answers] wtherrell:
My advice: Buy from Google. It will be rootable . Your Verizon nano sim should work just fine with it.
[General Questions and Answers] iTz_Karmah:
Suggestion!

I'm typing from Italy and I need a new phone! Not bery big (5" max), great battery life and good cameras. Budget 200/250€ max.

I've considered Meizu M3S, Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro, Xiaomi Mi5, Huawei P8 and Samsung A5 2016 but I'm really confused! Please suggest me which one is the best or some new devices. Thanks.
[General Questions and Answers] strongst:
How about Huawei p9 lite?
[General Questions and Answers] seeker1107:
Hi, I am planning to upgrade my Huawei Mate 7 TL10, my chocies are to LG V20, Axon 7, One Plus 3, Galaxy S7 Edge. I am looking for a nice display and camera with good specs and feature.. hope you guys could help. Thank you.
[General Questions and Answers] chrispayne:
Options from the Telus catalog

I'm due for a corporate upgrade, and as such I'm probably limited to what is available from Telus directly. Currently on a LG G3 and it is a great phone even on a stock variant ROM (Camera kicks ass!). If I were paying the bills I would probably stick with it for a while yet, but since I am not, I am kicking the tires so to speak.

What I would like:

Good camera (snapping photos of the kids is a big part of what I do with my phone)

Decent Battery life

Decent future developer support - once off warranty I tend to flash the hell out of things.

Options I am considering:

Google Pixel XL

Seems to be bootloader locked similar to Verizon, which is annoying, although you can get around it for now.

Should be good developer support assuming the bootloader continues to be unlockable.

Frequent updates

Excellent hardware.

Motorola Moto Z

Seems to be bootloader unlockable at cost of void warranty.

Developer support seems slim at the moment, AOSP support questionable (I had a Moto X 2014 at one point and the camera was never as good on AOSP).

Good hardware

Possible smallish battery

Moto Mods ? expensive

Samsung Galazxy S7

It's Exynos based, so presumably unlockable in some way

Don't like TW, AOSP support not as good as the Qualcomm variants but less locked down at least.

Great camera reviews

Water proof for peace of mind

Anything else from the Telus catalog http://www.telus.com/en/sk/mobility/catalog/ ?

If none of those really fit I may push for a Oneplus 3 or an Axon 7, but that is a whole 'nother battle. ;)

Thanks in advance for any advice.
[General Questions and Answers] ComicBookFan88:
What phone would you recommend?

Hello again guys i'm hoping that you can help me with my latest predicament. I'm looking to get a new phone, but i need some help to decide what phone would be best for me. I'm on a 12 month contract with EE for data. So any phones that are considered will need to allow me to transfer my EE data sim card from my old phone to my new phone.
[General Questions and Answers] wtherrell:
Pixel XL from Google store. Bootloader easily unlockable. Root is also. No custom recovery as yet. If you are forced to get from Telus, then IDK.
[General Questions and Answers] meowy28:
In need of an upgrade

Hello all!

I used to have an Alcatel Idol 3 (4.7") until it fell and it's screen broke, now I am looking for a replacement. I must say that I absolutely LOVED my phone, it was decently fast, cheap, never had to charge my battery mid-day, I could run all casual games, it was small and thin (full disclosure, I am really small) and the speakers were pretty great.

I was looking for a new phone and doing some research and ended up looking at the Samsung A5 2015, this phone however, was a little expensive to what it was offering (even though it was an upgrade, it looks pretty good and it's still pretty thin). So after some more hours of research I ended up discovering the LG Nexus 5X. This phone looks amazing! I think it's a little too big, but for the price and what it offers I think it definitely a better buy than a Samsung.

Now, I also discovered the Alcatel Idol 4, which has more ram, 8 cores and more MP for the cameras. I did however, break an Alcatel before so I am a little weary of buying the exact same thing again, I'd rather spend a little more for something more durable.

TLDR: Broke an Alcatel Idol 3 (4.7"), need a new phone, looking for something similar in size, better in specs, around $300 ish max. Currently looking at an LG Nexus 5X or Alcatel Idol 4. Which do you recommend? Is there a better alternative?

Thanks!
[General Questions and Answers] Forgetten:
I wanted to buy Samsung Galaxy Note7, but, when i see posts about explosion and recall, i won't want buy them
[General Questions and Answers] strongst:
I thought you can't buy it anymore, due to recall of all units through Samsung :rolleyes:
[General Questions and Answers] domina:
Hello. Today my S3 stuck in bootloop. As my volume up button is dead i think there is nothing i can do.

Currently iam looking for a new device and i have no clue what to buy. I would like to have:

Solid build quality (metal unibody would be great)

Big modding community (at least a good working CM13)

Not too big (max 5,2 if the device is still small)

Not more than 400€, 300€ would be better

SD Card

My current favorite is the Honor 7 but the rom support is a dealbreaker. Same for Xiaomi Redmi 3. Any ideas?
[General Questions and Answers] rickscafe:
I need help, or at least direction. I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 that's slowly dying on me. It has 32gb internal memory + a 64gb external card. My carrier's Verizon Wireless in the U.S., which I plan to stay with. To add to the fun, I have health problems (chronic pain, fatigue, etc.) that limit me somewhat.

I've been satisfied with the Note 3 (except for the bloatware, which is universal, and I don't want to root). The memory and features on the Note 3 are sufficient for my needs - largely reading and listening to music. I'm not into anything especially memory-intensive, but like having plenty of storage. I'd be okay with a new phone with similar specs or even a replacement Note 3 with Bluetooth. I'm eligible for a VZW upgrade, but that's 24 months of debt for more phone than I need. I'm also looked at units on Amazon.

I've tried to include all relevant info. I have some idea of my options, and would appreciate hearing from anyone with suggestions or similar experience; also, what people's experience has been with refurbished phones. Thanks in advance.
[General Questions and Answers] Gen5:
Would a g3/4/5, nexus 6/6p, or pixel xl be a good upgrade (performance wise) to the nexus 5 assuming they were running cm on the same version of android?
[General Questions and Answers] Stettin:
My wife has a 1st Gen Moto X and loves the form factor and doesn't want to go much bigger. She's always been a bit disappointed in the camera. Most of the time there is too much shutter delay and misses some good pictures, but also the quality of the pictures isn't as good as she'd like. I'm looking for an unlocked Android phone under 5", but preferably as close to 4.7" as possible.

Here's her phone - http://www.phonearena.com/phones/Motorola-Moto-X_id7885

Dimensions - 5.09 x 2.57 x 0.41 inches (129.3 x 65.3 x 10.4 mm)

Screen size: 4.7 inches

I'm not sure if 5" will be too big or not. I know some phones have much smaller bezels. She's most concerned with the physical size, not the screen size.

Her #1 requirement is best camera for as close the dimensions of her existing Moto X as possible.
[General Questions and Answers] Forgetten:
I wish that Samsung would reanimaite Note7 flagship
[General Questions and Answers] Allan_Hun:
Best 10" tablet for gaming?

I need a new 9-11" tablet. I play real racing so it must have a fast GPU.

Something like the Nvidia shield k1 -But with a 10" screen would be perfect.

I want minimum 2 GB ram and 32 GB internal storage or SDcard support.

I don't want Intel SOC.

I don't need mobile data connection, community support, resolution above 1080p or premium build quality.

It has to be available in EU and priced at or below 250$/225€.

I think tablet gpu performance is a little confusing, so please assist me purchase the best tablet for my need and budget.
[General Questions and Answers] qaz.xc:
Is there any good phone which has SD slot, removable battery and is supported by xda devs/mods?

Under 300€ would be preferrably, i can find good phones, but all of them are non-removable... am i asking too much?
[General Questions and Answers] :
Hey guys,

I'm searching for a smartphone

- that is between 4.5 and max 5 inch display size

- display resolution should be 1080p, QHD not preferred since more pixels have to be pushed => more battery consumption

- internal memory of 16 GB+

- 2 GB+ of RAM

- processor idk, anything decent but since I'm not gaming it doesn't need to be top notch, just fluent usage of UI

- about 3000 mAh battery

- fingerprint sensor

Any clues? I love the OnePlus 3 but with 5,5 inch it's definitely too big for me...
[General Questions and Answers] alfienoakes63:
Looking to upgrade from Alcatel Ido 3 5.5 since in the UK we're stuck on lollipop. I need something with a bright screen for outdoor viewing, something close to how good the idol 3 is.

I'm thinking 5.2"-5.7", good battery life, not fussed about fingerprint sensor but if there is one rather it's on the front.

So far looked at Xiaomi Mi Note 2 and Mi5s but i'm not sure about screen brightness, likewise Moto Z Play.

Budget up to £500. Thoughts, suggestions - many thanks
[General Questions and Answers] T.J. Bender:
I'm torn between the Xperia X Performance, Xperia X Compact and Honor 8. The hardware on the XP is impressive and makes me think I'm future proofed, but the 3GB of RAM is a concern, as is the general consensus that even at $500, it's not a great value.

The XC is the perfect size for me, but the lesser SoC is a concern, as is the 3GB of RAM. I suspect I could live with a 720p display given how small it is, but the price tag ($400) is a worry again.

My only real issue with the Honor 8 is the software and lack of developer support (or even a reliable way to root).

My use case involves lots of web browsing, email and texting, with some light gaming built in. I'd like to be able to go as high as GTA SA if I want to, but doubt I ever will. I'm on AT&T, budget is $500 and (biggie) I'm not willing to go any larger than the One M8. Like, not a hair, which rules out the OnePlus 3.

Need this phone kinda urgently, so any and all help in identifying it is appreciated greatly. Thanks!