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[General Questions and Answers] red de0392:
Hello guys,

I was plannibg to buy nexus 5, but all ovee the Internet i read that Moto g has been really awesome... It is low on specs but... Many people claim that its the best phone.. One of my friend sold his S4 n got moto g...

Is it really that good? And what makes it sooo awesome despite having only 1gb ram...

And is 1gb ram enough for a smart phone? Some people suggest that having 2 gb ram is kinda waste until and unless u use ua phone for high end gaming...

Please suggest!

Thanks in advance :)
[General Questions and Answers] jayc137:
2 gig RAM is more future proof IMHO

Get the nexus 5 instead
[General Questions and Answers] Shafty6:
So I just figured out that the moto x has a nano Sim in it which definitely rules it out for me. Also I found out that LTE does work in my area which rules out the nexus 4. I'm still on the hunt for an unlocked gsm phone that takes a micro Sim and is somewhat user friendly to mess around on with Roms and such.

I already have a nexus 5 but I don't want to mess with it because it is my everyday phone.

Ultimately I would like to try Ubuntu touch. I've used the desktop version for years.

I'd like to stay around 400 for a device.

*EDIT* Have you seen the new Red Nexus 5 - I think i found what i want!!
[General Questions and Answers] dorianmayers:
Not to hijack your post but I came here to ask this very question. Not from a plain buying standpoint but from a moding standpoint.

I like to root and flash different roms and I've had the octa core s4 so not much moding there but I do miss being able to flash a aosp/aokp ROM as s4 development for that sucked.

If I get the s800 n3 or the g2 that won't be a problem with the aosp. However in the flipside I cannot see myself using the LG stock ROM but I can use the n3 one. So it's down to this:

Always aosp g2 with good battery life and manageable size. Or n3 with more ROM options and support overall.

Also to someone who has used the g2. Does the back buttons get comfortable?
[General Questions and Answers] oldphool:
low budget

Hello

I'm well out of touch, I'm looking for some suggestions for a low cost android phone, new or used, the main purpose besides a general phone is to tether a 3G connection to my new wi-fi only nexus 7[2013 model].

I can fiddle about with ROMs and hacks if necessary, suggestions appreciated, the cheaper the better!

cheers
[General Questions and Answers] noname115:
xperia l or moto g

Hey guys i need your help in picking from one of these devices.

In malaysia, xperia costs around USD 212 while moto g (16gb) costs around USD 240..

Im asking this for my sis actually..

she's a regular user (so no rooting or anything that voids the warranty)..

The phone will be used to take pictures of lecture slides (1 of the main usages), voice and video calls and listening to music..

These are the main criterias.. it doesn't really matter how fast the processor is 'cause she's not tech savvy. as long as it's smooth enough for light to regular usage it would be enough..

So will it be worth it to pay an extra USD 20+ for Moto g?

If there are other better phones, do let me know too.

Thanks and sry for the long post!
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
My original question ended up on the bottom of a page, and has been followed by two pages of answers to the previous questions. I'm going to assume that it just got missed rather than no one here has a opinion on a 10" Tablet and bump it to here.
[General Questions and Answers] salik khatri:
Lenovo K900

Noob here! I'll try to keep my query short and sweet :angel:

Looking into buying the Lenovo 900. Understandably, this phone has had a lot of criticism from users regarding no software update. I think i can live without a software update, as long as the phone has its intel atom processor beating inside :)

Question. Is there any software through which i can easily root this phone?
[General Questions and Answers] slabongrade:
need an advice!

hey guys,

I need a smartphone advice. Im sick of my slow phone. it must be really fast. it must connect to gps fast.(navigation is not working properly in my current phone) besides, it must be as small as possible. I mean not so bigger then iphone5. better if I can change battery

thx in advance
[General Questions and Answers] vj_dustin:
Your friend who sold the S4 for a Moto G, overdid it by a mile.

Moto G is the budget saviour. Instead of cheap local brands it comes as a go to device. when on a tight budget.

Also 2GB RAM does seem more secure because Android OS always hogs up half of what you have in case of RAM 512MB - 1GB.

So on a 1gb device you basically have to make do with 4-500 free memory.

That said 1GB is enough for gaming hardcore, but very rarely you'll see a bit of lag on multi-tasking so 2gb is advisable.

All in all, Nexus 5 >>> Moto G.

A ballpark budget?

You can consider Xperia M though. Costs very low, can get a new one instead of a used one, and it definitely can tether.

Please specify which Xperia are you talking about?

Also since the main use is with the camera, go with an xperia or better yet a Lumia.

Moto G is a performance vs budget focussed device, the 5MP camera is average.

Lenovo 900 was launched an year back and at that time even though it has an ATOM which might seem interesting, is a bad battery keeper.

So along with no software updates and next to none XDA support, you will be lacking battery backup too.

You might want to reconsider.

It should be performance wise good considering the 2gig ram and decent chipset, but how much are you getting it for?

Maybe we can name a better device in that price segment.

Sorry about that, this topic was quite lively a while back with answers pouring faster than questions :)

Guess real life is taking a toll on some!

Anyhow, considering your requirements I don't see why Nexus 10 is the obvious choice.

These are some of the things I'm looking for:

WiFi only. No data plan. - Yep

I need a front and rear camera, and they should work with Skype. (I can live with just the front working w/skype) - Yep

HDMI out is very important, but not a deal breaker. - There

Powerful video processor - Yep

GPS would be nice, not essential - Yep

Strong ROM support from XDA - Lol

And I saw it's available on Amazon for $377 for the 32GB model.

You can ask around at your shops and most probably will find it within $350, or maybe go for the 16GB version to keep it low!
[General Questions and Answers] oldphool:
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll certainly consider that, my ballpark is as cheap as possible whilst doing the job well, the job is general texting/phone/browsing and to tether 3G via wifi or usb to the Nexus 7. Would the cheaper Xperia E also be up to that task?

cheers
[General Questions and Answers] vj_dustin:
Definitely.
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
Thanks for the recommendation. Anyone else want to confirm that the Nexus 10 is worth the extra $100 - $150 (that would otherwise be going to gas and groceries) over the ASUS Transformer?

(BTW, From the context I believe vj meant to say "I don't see why Nexus 10 isn't the obvious choice.")
[General Questions and Answers] noname115:
Ah.. sry about that! I meant xperia L. Missed that out earlier! I went to check the xperia out in a Sony centre and somehow the 8mp cam din really do a good job while moto g's 5mp did better than xperia L's 8mp lol. Yea we are looking for phones in that price range. Hmm.. lumia huh.. which model would u suggest?

Thanks for the reply my friend! Have a good day :)
[General Questions and Answers] salik khatri:
Hello world!

Im looking into buying the lenovo k900 (mostly because of its premium looks and its processing power).

There arent many videos out there that properly explain step by step as to how to get root access. Wondering as a noob, how difficult can it be to root a phone when there are specific written steps here at xda forums. I saw this rooting method that requires windows xp, which ofcourse i dont have :(

Suggestions are welcome :)

p.s. have to decide by the end of the day :silly:
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
Is powered the by the ATOM ? its powerfull but power hungry,if u want good looks and good power check out the Htc One. Or the Song Xperia Z1 if u dont mind its screen bezel and bad veiwing angels

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] slabongrade:
LG G2 vs NEXUS 5

pls help. I need an advice. which one is better for gps using and more battery life? I also need a fast mobile
[General Questions and Answers] AliRavian:
I think Nexus 5 is better.
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
LG G2 has a better battery, and the same chipset as the nexus but stock android is faster, but the G2 is no slouch either

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] mahmood223:
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Device: Samsung SM-N9005 (Galaxy Note 3)

ROM: CM11 by Temasek (4.4.2) V42

Kernel: Yank555.lu-n9005-AOSP-v0.9
[General Questions and Answers] vj_dustin:
Yes I did mean that... :D

Which ASUS Transformer tab are you talking about btw? TF300T or TF101?

Xperia L has a strange camera. My friend has one and even though it has the same resolution & MPixels as my S2, it takes grainy photos which don't have that amount of detail as my S2. So I'd suggest keeping off the XL, might be something with it's sensor or software, I can't be sure.

And if Moto G's performance suits her, then go with it.

As for Lumia, in that range I'd say Lumia 720. It is loaded with features in the camera department (Lumias basically sell for Camera. Try it before you buy it though in the store.)

If it turns out to be around the Moto G's quality (zoom in as much as you can), then ignore the Lumia and get the G.

You have an answer on the same page just few posts above! :)

This should help - G2 vs N5

Personally I'd go with the Nexus 5.
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
I was looking at the TF300T 32GB. $234 on Amazon right now, can be found for even cheaper.
[General Questions and Answers] robgee789:
I've got the TF300T mate and it's OK until you flash cromi-x then it's a really good tablet for the money
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
Did you have any issues at all? My Viewsonic gTablet camera didn't work with any of the ROMs, and several apps just wouldn't run on it. Can you video skype and switch between cameras?
[General Questions and Answers] noname115:
I was surprised when I tested it out. But its performance is pretty good. Oh well. Not gonna get xperia L.. she will most probably go for moto g since she's used to android.. checked out lumia 720 and somehow its screen resolution doesn't match the quality of pic its camera takes.. anyways, thanks a lot for ur advice and suggestion! Have a nice day :)
[General Questions and Answers] AndroidInsanity:
Hi guys. Am stuck! I currently have a Nexus 4. And don't know whether to keep it and get a nexus 7 along with it or sell it and just have a nexus 5. I enjoy having a decent battery life. Big screen and power. Just can not decide :/ is the extra power of the nexus 5 worth it?
[General Questions and Answers] hariram1992:
Nexus

Now nexus 5 and moto G are popular.

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u can use nexus 4 itself. coz there is no big difference between nexus 4 & 5. only processor is high..
[General Questions and Answers] Halwer:
Samsung or Sony devices?

Hi!

I'm in a big thinking now what device to buy. There are some devices what I want to buy:

Samsung galaxy S4

Samsung galaxy S4 Active

Sony Xperia Z

Sony Xperia Z1

What do You think? What is the worth buying?

Thanks a lot! :)
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
My opinion, forget the Xperia Z and S4 active, between the Z1 and the S4 i'd take that Z1 for having the S800, and the S4 having a bit of lag.

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] Halwer:
Thanks

Oh, thank You for the fast reply! :) I thought to buy the Samsung Galaxy S4/Active because I really like the TouchWiz design! I will thinking about it more!

~ Greetings ~
[General Questions and Answers] AndroidInsanity:
The S4 active isn't known to be a great device. It claims to be waterproof when a lot of the time...... it isn't.

http://www.stuff.tv/galaxy-s4-active/sorry-samsung-we-killed-your-waterproof-phone-water/feature

As the other guy said. S4 or Z1, but I wouldn't get the Z1 just for the camera as the big selling point, as it's not even that fantastic. Detail is brilliant,

but noise levels are high.

As for S4, its plastic, but ROM support can cut out lag if that's your thing.

There is no perfect phone unfortunately :/
[General Questions and Answers] robgee789:
ive never used skype mate but there is a massive thread here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2425390 and ive never heard of people saying that it doesnt work, but everything ive threw at it its handled perfect
[General Questions and Answers] Halwer:
Strange! :D

Thank You for the useful informations! :) I will read that article!

~ Greetings ~
[General Questions and Answers] imanoobie:
Device suggestion...

Hi all. I've been coming to this site for a while, (which is awesome btw!) but I believe this is my first post. :o

I'm so flipping frustrated with trying to find internet service! So, here is my short version: I need a decent phone that I can activate with Page Plus and then tether so I can have unlimited data. (I'm aware a provider could possibly say something about using too much data but that they typically don't). I was looking at the Samsung Fascinate, or if I could possibly even use my current phone that would be even better. Whatever gives me the best option to tether with Page Plus.

Ok Here is the longer version which I wrote first but it seemed a little lengthy and I didn't want to get yelled out, lol!:p

I currently have a Motorola Droid Razr Maxx. 4.1.2 xt912 with Verizon. I am on a grandfathered (?) plan that ends in July, and I am kicking Verizon to the curb permanently. I am considering paying $150 bucks after the end of Feb to go ahead and get out of my contract early. I want to move over to Page Plus and either use my current phone, or purchase one from Amazon that isn't too pricey. I don't need anything fancy, but I need something I can tether because I work from home and I am an online student. We are also going to switch to Roku, because we are really trying to lower all of our monthly bills yada yada yada. So, needless to say I use a lot of data. I have used the forums here in the past to root then tether my phone, but something happened recently (my two year old son hitting install on an update I believe) and my phone bricked or whatever it's called. I somehow got it working again, but had to resort back to PDAnet, which has not been working so great.

I live in a rural area so we don't get broadband internet or cable service. HughesNet is our only option for internet and at over $120 a month it still isn't unlimited.

Thanks so much!

Haley
[General Questions and Answers] abdel12345:
Page plus doesn't have unlimited and your current phone is battery than the dancing fascinate. So you should keep it but if you want unlimited data tmobile would be the best choice just get a tmobile phone. They have unlimited everything including 4g for 70. Or a family plan of unlimited everything for 4 people at 100 dollars. It's a great deal and unlimited
[General Questions and Answers] imanoobie:
Unfortunately the Verizon network is the only network to offer the coverage I need where I live. T-Mobile isn't even offered in our area. I am switching to Page Plus to reduce my monthly bill and because page plus uses Verizon's network. I don't text or talk much on the phone, I just use a lot of data. So what I am asking is if there is a phone I can root, tether, or do whatever it is so that I can buy a plan with page plus, which ever plan it needs to be, and then root/tether the phone for internet service?
[General Questions and Answers] abdel12345:
Any unlocked 3g phone will work on page plus. 4g devices will work if flashed sometimes but 4g won't work. Page plus is only allowed to use 3g. But yes you can root and tether for free but be warned this uses your data fir this and the most data page plus offers is 70 donates fir 5 gb. It would be better to stay on verizon and get 8 th which is the highest I think they offer. If you tether you're phone it'll waist data and they don't have unlimited so page plus isn't good for what you need unless 5gb is enough fir a month
[General Questions and Answers] imanoobie:
Thanks Abdel! So basically there is no way "hide" data usage from Page Plus? Or to sign up for a text and talk plan only and then root the phone and access Verizon's network for data?
[General Questions and Answers] SnowyNight:
not sure what kind of combination i should get

First of all, sorry for my bad english skills

Well my old note II broke and now i dont really know where to go next..i use the device mostly for some usual stuff, social media..and also watching movies/youtube/twitch in the evening

and some smalls imple games.. but i want a smooth device without any laggs whatsoever and it would be nice to have also such floating apps for some work stuff like with the spen just to take a note during the call or stuff like that

first of all i'm not sure if i should maybe get a phablet or a normal phone 4,5"-5" and a tablet 7"-10"

or just something like that

xperia z ultra + smartwatch

note 3 + smartwatch

nexus 5 + nexus 7

inew v3 + onda v975m (for those that dont know these devices http://www.inewphone.com/EN/ProductDetails_v3.aspx and http://www.onda-tablet.com/onda-v975...gb-tablet.html ) chinese stuff..way cheaper and obv. not on the level of the other examples..but maybe enough for me?

the htc one max is not listed because it is just a shame...sorry but i would never pay 100€ more than the note 3 for a device that isnt on the level of the note 3 o.o i really dont get the point in selling it for that much

or do you have other examples or devices i should look at? the smartwatch is obv needed for me for the z ultra as i will ccarry it in my handbag and dont want to take it out everytime i get an email or such stuff

thanks for reading

sincerely,

nathalie

p.s. i really need help as i need my new device soon
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
The Nexus 5/Nexus 7 is the best combination , and lag cant be said when saying "Nexus" both having amazing screens, and the latest of android if u care. And development is the best

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] SnowyNight:
well the problem is...here in germany the nexus 5 costs like 10€ less than the lg g2..s4 z1 and so on :p i like stock android but i'm not sure if it wouldnt make more sense to invest those 10€ more to get a way better camera maybe more storage and better battery life

i think the inew is maybe the best for me as it is enough for everything..but i'm not sure...the z ultra also looks kinda nice x.x
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
But if u get the Z ultra it non sense to get the nexus 7. Get the G2, or the Z1 with the N7, both are great and rare lag. With the G2 u get awesome battery life and a very good cam, with the Z1 u get an awesome cam if u know how to use manual mode and very good battery life

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
Transformer vs Nexus 10 vs Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014)

I'm gong to buy something in the next few days, so one last call for comments.

The question is not which of the 3 is best, the question is which will I be happy with considering cost is an overwhelming factor. I'm spending money I can't afford right now, so it's important I don't waste it. I'd rather spend more and be happy rather than save and be disappointed.

I came to the table with the 32GB ASUS Transformer 300T because it had all the features I wanted and could be found for the low $200's. The feedback I got here so far is that it "rocks with the right ROM". That should have been the end of it, but reviewing the links that were posted about it suggested it had performance issues.

I was suggested the Nexus 10 here (thank you vj_dustin), a solid choice but it cost in the mid to upper $300's. I found it odd that when I asked if it was worth spending the extra money I got no responses pro or con.

Now I just found the "Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014" factory refurbished for $300. From what I've seen so far it appears to be more powerful than the Nexus. The stylus is an issue, but as I understand it, it will work just fine with your finger, the stylus is just needed to access additional features. It's only 16GB, but that's balanced by it being 3GB RAM (I've got SD cards).

I expected more passion from this board defending your hardware choices. So what do you say?
[General Questions and Answers] faizangmc:
Is xperia SP good?
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
I must say, get the Note for it has the besg specs, throw in CM if u hate touchwiz, and bam, a the most powerfull Android tablet

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] ~Black:
It depends on price... it's a dual core 1.7 GHz with 1GB ram, not the top, but with kitkat it should run smoothly
[General Questions and Answers] rone112:
the xperia Z looks to be my next buy , or maybe the HTC one X

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on the other hand price wise im thinking the google nexus 5 looks good , but that water proof feature on the xperia is a seller man !
[General Questions and Answers] mhoss48:
Between the N5, One X and the Xperia Z, id take that nexus 5 for having superior CPU and everything :P except build. Between the Z and One X id take the Z. Just for being newer im everything

Sent from my LG G2
[General Questions and Answers] Flandria4:
A friend of mine is looking for a new phone. He found the Nexus 5 and the Huawei Ascend Mate to met his criteria.

I tried to convince him on the Nexus 5 but he isn't sure about the quality (brand: LG). He asks me now what other options are available.

His budget is €400 ($545.12). The phone has to have gorilla glass and a fast camera (?).

He would also like to be as close as possible to vanilla android, since he didn't really like htc sense on one of his other phones.

I'm really wondering if there are any other options as the Nexus 5? He also really cares about battery life, that's why he places the Huawei above the Nexus. 4050mAh > 2300mAh.
[General Questions and Answers] :
Battery life important to you? And great radio signal? And an all around top notch phone? Moto x.

Sent from my Moto X cellular telephone...
[General Questions and Answers] AFarenci:
Too good to be true. I was sure it said "2014 Edition" in the listing. I decided for $300 I couldn't pass up a Note 10.1, but when I went back I could only find a listing for the N8013. Probably still a good deal (only one left), but not good enough for an impulse buy.
[General Questions and Answers] skabi:
Hello everybody!

I want to buy Android smartphone, wich have this functions:

Connecting to external monitor(HDMI, VGA and etc.)

Connecting to external keyboard

Fine camera (in our days)

Hardware keyboard (optionally)

Powerfull battery

And other features like in Nokia N900.

In one word, the smartphone must have many "hacking" functions.

Maximum of price = 250$
[General Questions and Answers] jardan:
Hello, My girlfriend is interested to buy a 10" android tablet to use during her trips, for light business (text editing and reading) and entertainment purposes. She was really excited with the Samsung note 2013 (due to stylus and multi window ability) but due to the price she started considering the nexus 10 32gb and eventually she started considering Chinese tablets. Since I will be going to US next month and the prices there are cheaper than in Europe, what would you suggest me to buy, the Samsung, the nexus or any Chinese tablet? If you believe a chinese tablet is a viable option (when it comes to battery life and specs) can you suggest any?

Thanks