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[General Questions and Answers] Whyzor:
I sold my Nexus 4 & got a Nexus 5, but returning it before my 15 days are up. Main complaints are battery, the camera, and the weak speakers. Also having a bit of buyers remorse, the price of the device comes out to close to $400 after shipping & taxes. (Nexus 4 at $200 was a good deal). I don't have a need for the large 5" 1080p screen and such power and latest Android is nice and all, but I'm getting a sense Google's Nexus devices are too disconnected from the hardware it's running on, the design as a whole isn't very tightly integrated. The fact the bezel on the bottom is wasted space instead of capacitive/physical buttons, instead it wastes valuable screen pixels for the navbar. Auto-brightness on Android has been broken for ages. Google refusing to support MicroSD and removable batteries...etc, they all add up. Android has matured to a point where there's less need to be on the bleeding edge. Speaking of KitKat, it broke a few app compatibilities and the developers are slow to fix them.

I've ordered LG Optimus F3 after some researching. Target online is selling it for $150 no-contract. It's not in the same class as Nexus, but I like the portability, JB 4.1.2 smoothness, and excellent battery on this little thing, plus it feels more comfortable in the hand to use and I don't have to worry about damaging it. The $200+ I'll be saving will go towards my m4/3 camera gear.
[General Questions and Answers] Mmthalabi:
not sure

the note 3 n9000 is currrently around 100$ cheaper than the n9005 in my country (no 4G yet here). Is it worth the extra 100$ to buy the snapdragon variant ?
[General Questions and Answers] Kabeesh:
Buying Xperia Z1

Is it ok to buy Xperia Z1? Will there be an update for Xperia Z1 to Android 4.4 Kitkat..?
[General Questions and Answers] Felimenta97:
Yes and yes...
[General Questions and Answers] esjuanres:
Moto G

Does anyone here own the new Moto G?

How does it compare to your previous device if you had any?

I'm from Colombia, really eager for the release of this phone.
[General Questions and Answers] yes.comment:
hello there

i want to change my device (HOX+) around christmas, and insist it to be a snapdragon 800!

As far as i know there is only 5 android device with this chip:

Sony Xperia Z1 142.000 (16GB)

Sony Xperia Z Ultra 141.000 (16GB)

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 157.000 (32GB)

Lg G2 134.000 (32GB)

Lg Nexus 5 127.000 (16GB)

Prices are in Hungarian Forints

(I only stated those memory variants because only these are available right now in Hungary, and each phone has expandable memory but the Nexus 5 therefor the memory is not so relevent for me expect if I came to choose the nexus 5... :D )

My selection criteria would be besides the lowest price:

battery life

"normal" screen size (HOX+ has 4.7" wich is pretty comfortable for me, anyway i will go look around in a store to try the feeling of those bigger screens)

"android softwear support": i mean will the chosen phone be presumably updated to newer androids in the future? (HTC s@ck at this! :D )

if I would have to choose right now I'd choose the HTC One (128.000/32GB)! :) because HTC phones are really really well built, and have almost the same price compared to the competitors (Galaxy S4: 123.000/16GB)

anyway, if any of you out there can understand my point, please help me! :)

Cheers

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[General Questions and Answers] them2h:
Used Nexus 4 or new Nexus 5?

Used Nexus 4 or new Nexus 5

Hi, My AT&T contract is finally getting over and I can switch to prepaid. Now to buy a phone. I know Nexus 5 is considered great value for money, but in CA with shipping and tax I need to at least part with 380-390$ to get one. I am very inclined to buy a Nexus 4. I don't need LTE as I use my phone mostly for email and IM. I do like using my camera once in a while when I'm out but don't really need DSLR quality pics and with my current phone at 207ppi, I will get an upgraded display whether I go with 4 or 5. All in all I am convincing myself to get a used Nexus 4 instead of a new phone as I am finding great deals on it. The price of the phone has really tanked since the launch of Nexus 5 and I am pretty sure I will pay 200$ or under to get it. What do you guys think. Should I pick the Nexus 4.
[General Questions and Answers] koman90:
It sounds like you allredy have your mind made up.

So I'll only give you the nexus 4 CONS

-the glass back, not gorilla glass, plain tempered glass. So the same "broken back" complaints as the iphone 4. Luckily a medium to heavy duty case will prevent a broken back

-the 4.4 update, not the same experience as the nexus 5, does not include the "Google experience launcher" or "launcher 3", luckily you can side load it from an apk

-almost twice the processor speed and other specs, yes it does make a difference, take a look at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHOmKY09EK4&feature=youtube_gdata_player

The nexus 4 is still a great phone, I'm glad I upgraded from the galaxy nexus!
[General Questions and Answers] sweet6s:
MUST make the right choice!

I MUST make the right choice here. I'm sure I came to the right place. Thanks...

Here is what I have:

Verizon - w/unlimited data

HTC Rezound - unlocked, rooted, ROM'd, NO S-off

The Portable Wi-Fi hotspot function of my phone is working flawlessly right now. That is very important. I would appreciate any suggestions for a new phone. It doesn't have to be something currently out. It could be something coming down the road.

There are three requirements:

I must be able to enable the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot, and (able to enable, funny)

Acquiring this phone must not affect my unlimited data plan at Verizon, and

It must an Android phone

If anyone has recommendations concerning upgrading your phone at Verizon without jeopardizing an unlimited plan please add that as well.

Thank you in advance for reading my request.
[General Questions and Answers] Brooklynsour:
Best phones on market galaxy 4 nexus 5 lg g2, not sure of the Sony phone but I plan on getting either the s4 or nexus 5 but the nexus battery isnt So good I hear, worse camera and no memory card which is a big one, somebody said its speaker isnt too loud either...

The note is good too just big..

I have a s3 and need to updarade, my phone has a cracked screen top right not really big deal but my phone vibrated into the toilet while I showered and played music (rice for a few days) no sound just vibration tired of missed calls lol....

What to do please suggestions much appreciate any advice.
[General Questions and Answers] Kabeesh:
There's an Option..

You can try LG G2... It's much better and has an antutu score in between 40k to 30k, and also it's camera is way too awesome,, see for some comparisons in youtube or just google it.. good battery backup...... it's much better... try out LG G2....
[General Questions and Answers] them2h:
Thanks

Thanks for the reply. The glass back is an issue but most second hand listings online are throwing in their bumper/case and screen protectors with phone. The processor point is fair, it does make a difference. Finally I don't care much about the google experience launcher or stock. I will just flash the phone to PA or CM as soon as the ROMs are out. Gotta customize those quick toggle buttons :)

Must be great going to nexus 4 from galaxy nexus. Imagine my joy when I finally let go of my single core 512MB RAM Samsung Infuse. :D
[General Questions and Answers] Kabeesh:
Thanks alot.

Thank you so much... gonna buy Xperia Z1....
[General Questions and Answers] sanspark:
thanks buddy.. where to buy in india? any idea?
[General Questions and Answers] B3!CrAZy:
Use beexz.com. I already bought 3phones from there.
[General Questions and Answers] monuvg:
Ig g2 or nexus5 or z1 better?
[General Questions and Answers] Brooklynsour:
I completely overlooked the z1 the phone has better processor than s4 and 100x better camera than nexus 5.... You guys recommend Sony over samsung?

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More searching the Z1 isn't available for att now they plan to release it for T-Mobile does anybody know it will get to att?
[General Questions and Answers] koman90:
You might want to re consider the "I need to keep my unlimited data" mentality. Several reasons All of Verizon's phones are now 4G, your unlimited plan is 3G only, I know I was in that plan. Not only are you missing out on newer phones but the faster connection that goes with them.

If you truly need unlimited 4G data Verizon does not offer that, but T-Mobile has a $70/month truly unlimited plan, however "tethering" such as the mobile hotspot mix limited to 2 GB, but I have not Ben able to confirm this limit.

Anyway your overdue for an upgrade dude, its like your on DSL, and the rest of the world is on cable or fiber
[General Questions and Answers] Parth2187:
Which is the best phone under $340 in India? My opinion : 5 inch with IPS display, Powerful CPU and GPU and 8 mp camera..

Please suggest me any best phone under $340..

Thanks in advance.. :)
[General Questions and Answers] needhelp19:
N3 Clone

hello im thinking about buying an note 3 clone and need help to find a good n3 clone and a website that is safe to buy from i have 250 dollar to spend and i live in sweden so about custom cost anyone know what the cost may be? thx in advance

EDIT: found 2 phone, is it good ? is it safe to buy from orientphone? what will be the total cost?

http://www.orientdeal.com/orientpho...gesture-function|eye-control12gb-version.html

http://www.orientdeal.com/orientpho...hz-13mp-camera-with-air-gesture-function.html
[General Questions and Answers] Frawoh:
I was wondering after using Samsung galaxy s duos rooted, lots of things become smart. But now it is old though I love. I want to get a new phone but I don't know how iPhone and windows operating system are. Can it be rooted like android? And is there an open software like custom Rom for iPhone or apple? Which one to choose among these three?
[General Questions and Answers] abdel12345:
No iphones can't be rooted but they can be jail broken. Windows is pretty simple. Android is my favorite out of the three. It has the most customization and lots of choices of phones.
[General Questions and Answers] skyg4zer:
Nexus 4? Nexus 5 is out but the Nexus 4 is still a powerfull device.
[General Questions and Answers] Parth2187:
I have heard that Nexus 4 has a many drawbacks (overheating issue and not good battery life)... :(

I have decided to buy a Sony Xperia SP.

Thanks anyways..
[General Questions and Answers] vj_dustin:
Before choosing SP over N4 do check online on maybe sony forums if it is planned to be upgraded to 4.4 atleast.

Coz it will feel very bad if you buy a new phone and don't get even a single update.

Also my friend recently bought a N4 and as per him, it's pretty kickass with no drawbacks.

I guess those heating and battery issues user to user.

Narrated by Morgan Freeman
[General Questions and Answers] matgras:
Sony has announced that they're going to upgrade the so to 4.4
[General Questions and Answers] needhelp19:
No one? how is the NO.1 n3 / NO.1 n3 advance?

plz i dont have much money thats is why im gonna buy a china clone
[General Questions and Answers] yes.comment:
hello there

Sony Xperia Z1

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Lg G2

Lg Nexus 5

(HTC One)

(HTC One Max???)

if I would have to choose right now I'd choose the HTC One :) because HTC phones are really really well built, and have almost the same price compared to the competitors (Galaxy S4)

anyway, if any of you out there can understand my point, please help me! :)

Cheers

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[General Questions and Answers] jdogg84able:
LG G2

LG G2 is really nice:good:
[General Questions and Answers] MikeAlfa:
Phablet as e-reader

I need help choosing between Samsung Galaxy Note II, Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3, and Sony Xperia Ultra.

Which one is the best as an e-reader?

Which one has better display under sunlight?

Which one is better for typing, making and editing lots of documents? would it be better to choose an LCD, instead of AMOLED, to avoid burn-in?

I prefer Xperia Ultra, but I am afraid the unibody and the fixed battery could be annoying. I am not sure how long these batteries would last...
[General Questions and Answers] yes.comment:
or should i get a Xiaomi MI3??? :D

tegra or snapdragon one??? :)
[General Questions and Answers] Biptoss:
i would recommend note 2

i don't know much about the others but i would recommend note 2. There are some problems however

1. Unable to disable wifi

2.note is not charging

3.fast battery drain

there are some more but there fixable don't worry
[General Questions and Answers] tim-ranger:
Android QWERTY!

Hello! I want buy an new phone (or used too) but I want a phone with hardware QWERTY keyboard.

I am between these:

Droid 3

+ 8MP camera, 1080p video, excellent keyboard

- 512 MB ram, no ICS

Droid 4

+ 8MP camera, 1080p video, excellent keyboard, excellent front camera, 1 GB ram, ICS

- Non-removable battery

4G Slide

+ 8MP camera, 1080p video, stock FM Radio, excellent main camera

- No arrow keys, no ICS

Samsung i927

+ 8MP camera, 1 GB ram, ICS

- 720p video, no FM radio?

Samsung S Relay

+ 1 GB ram, ICS

- 720p video, 5 MP camera, no FM radio?

Which is the best solution in your opinion?

I am close to droid 3! I haven't some problem with it, only FM radio but I could fix it with application.

In 4G slide, I dislike the keyboard! if it had arrow keys maybe It would be my first choice.

In Droid 4, I dislike the battery I imagine that it will create me problems in future

In Samsungs, if there isn't solution via application it is big problem because I think FM radio is really important.
[General Questions and Answers] Mmthalabi:
Inquiry

Hey guys, the note 3 n9000 is currrently around 100$ cheaper than the n9005 in my country (no 4G yet here). Is it worth the extra 100$ to buy the snapdragon variant?

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Apparently bigger size won't be of a matter to you, if so, as an e-reader the z ultra would be the better mobile for its bigger screen size and resolution (than the similarly sized Mega)

Under sunlight, the note 3 is the better one, since it has a way better AMOLED display than the one in the Mega, and definitely better than the LCD in sony's.

As for making and editing documents, the Spen of the note 3 offers unparalleled functionality and can really help you be more creative.
[General Questions and Answers] Snappy0:
Hello xdadevelopers,

I'm currently deciding between the Moto G or an used Nexus 4. It would be my first proper smartphone and I'd use it mostly for messaging, listening to music, and using simple apps (calendars, simple games for between lectures etc.). I also don't plan on buying a new phone in the next 2-3 years and I'd also like to develop a simple app by myself.

I'm deciding betwen the Moto G or the Nexus 4 because I wanted a cheap device with current specs and a screen which is smaller than 5'', since I have small hands. I got to chance to test both devices and couldn't find major differences in performance or handiness, but the Nexus 4 somehow had a more premium feel to me. Both devices would cost about the same for me .

(16 GB Moto G = 200€; 16 GB used Nexus 4 ~ 215-230€)

Right now it's hard to choose between these two devices, because:

On the one hand, the Moto G definitly has a better battery life than the Nexus 4. People get around 5 hours+ of screen time out of their Moto G, while many people complain about the bad battery life of the Nexus 4 (Varying between 1,5h with bad connection up to 4h of screen time). I'd be really unhappy with a my phone if I had to pay attention to my battery life to get through the day.

On the other hand, the Nexus 4 has superior specs with an extra gig of RAM and a better CPU, making it more futureproof than the Moto G hardware wise. One review also stated that the sound quality of the Nexus 4 is better, which would be another reason to go for the Nexus 4.

Here's my plan so far:

I'd buy an used Nexus 4 and test it for some weeks to see if the battery is good enough for my daily needs. If I'm okay with the battery life, I'll keep it, if not I'll sell it and buy a new Moto G.

My questions:

Does my plan make sense? Does anyone have experience with the Nexus 4 and the Moto G and can tell me if the better battery life of the Moto G was much better than the Nexus 4's? Or was anyone so unhappy with the battery life of the Nexus 4 that you'd recommend me to skip the test of the Nexus 4 and go straight for the Moto G?
[General Questions and Answers] cunningStunts:
With BlackFriday coming, I will be buying my first tablet.

I was set on the Nexus 7, but I saw a friends last night and it's rather small (maybe a little too small) for my liking. So now I'm having second thoughts, of course!

So, what 10" tablet would be the best switch? I need

WiFi

Ability to play flash games, so a good cpu would be needed as well as integrated (or downloadable) flash capability

$200-350ish (probably 400 max)

Will be rooting the device, so something with a good variety of customizability

I would rather stick to Google or Samsung, and do NOT want an Apple device. What do yall think?
[General Questions and Answers] jayc137:
Tbh I am more inclined towards Droid 4

1GB RAM will certainly be more future proof

I'd rather deal with a Non removable battery phone than a 512 one

Your plan sounds pretty good to me
[General Questions and Answers] conanecu:
Does anyone have zopo zp999?

How it is in the hand of the user?
[General Questions and Answers] birdgofly:
Older but nice Verizon android??

Hello all!

I'm looking for a Verizon android for my boyfriend! He lost his iPhone 4 this past summer and has been using a crappy non-smart phone ever since, and his upgrade isn't until the end of July. I'm a poor college student so I can't spend a lot, but I'm looking for a Verizon android with comparable (or better) specs to the iPhone 4 that I can get on eBay or Swappa for around $100 or less that will hold him over til his upgrade. I've been doing a lot of research but there's just SO MUCH. If anyone has any recommendations it would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!
[General Questions and Answers] Venable:
Simple "spare" phone for international travel

Hi,

I was hoping to get some advice on a spare phone for international travel. In particular, I'd like to get an android smartphone for which it's relatively easy to swap out SIM cards and use in multiple countries. I travel to a lot of different places so versatility is key. Doesn't have to be high-end at all, and refurb / used would be fine. I'm a US verizon customer with an SG4 but my understanding is that this isn't suitable for most other countries.

Any recommendations?

Thanks.
[General Questions and Answers] Burrrg:
Hi fellow members and xda,

I am a student that has been using the xperia S for almost 2 years, but now I'm looking for something new. I have been looking at phones for days, found a few good models but still cant decide which one will suit me.

The 3 models I can't choose between are the LG G2 (32GB), The Nexus 5 and the Xperia Z1

The only thing that holds me back from the Nexus is that the 32gb version won't come to the Netherlands. Also the battery life ￼

The G2 however has outstanding battery life and a huge screen and the phone is yet quite slim.

The Z1 has an SD option which I like, but has been criticized a lot.( screen etc)

I don't have problems with the prices of the phones so I don't take that into my opinion.

So my question is, can you guys help me out? Do you have any experience with these phones? I have to decide in 2 weeks ￼

Sent from my LT26i
[General Questions and Answers] abdel12345:
Well b it seems to me you can cancel out the nexus 5 since you can't get the 32 gig and you want memory. If I could choose between lg g2 and z1 I'd go with the z1. They're both great but lg's ui is too much like Samsung. Heavy and laggy. Sony has a smooth cool experience.
[General Questions and Answers] fastfalco382:
Hello,

So I bought a 9.5/10 AT&T HTC One x this January and I am getting tired of the battery life. I'm looking to sell it somewhere around 175-200 (Has Skinomi on it and Candyshell so I wish I could charge more) and hopefully spending about that much and maybe a bit more for a new phone.

I am hoping maybe you guys could help me pick based on this criteria... in order of importance:

1. Must work with AT&T (I'm on contract for another year...)

2. Battery (In terms of hours. Removable battery helps I guess)

3. Camera (HOX - level or better)

4. Works Internationally (Pentaband? or something) as I travel during breaks once in a while

So my thoughts so far: I impulse purchased the Moto G last night and also see that the Moto X is being sold for $350 for Cyber Monday. I can choose either of the two or could re-sell/return for warranty. My big fear with the Moto G is the camera being much worse and the Moto X being the AMOLED screen burning in after a while. Nexus 4/5 or G4 are options too I guess... Or should I stick with HOX?

Thanks greatly!!
[General Questions and Answers] ciprian3:
Asus MeMo Pad me172v or Pipo Smart S1 ?

Hi.I want to buy over a month Asus Memo pad me172v or pipo smart s1.What do you guys think?Which is more better at games/music/volume/movies/lcd/battery time//design ?

Now i want to buy Asus Memo pad because have an aweseome design with 7hours with wifi on,aweseome display and 1gb ram/16gb space and updates from asus with fixes.But asus memopad have 1ghz single core and pipo smart s1 have 1,6dual with hdmi,but hdmi is not a problem at asus memopad.

Can anyone post antutu score and what games you play smooth like shadowgun,dead trigger etc...I watched a video that asus memopad plays nfs mw,gta vc,shadowgun deadzone,subway surfers,fruit ninja ,fifa12 and temple run.

I have a tablet maded by VONINO that have 1ghz single core,512ram, mali400 single core,android 4.0.4 and runs:shadowgun,shadowgun deadzone,nfs mw,real racing 3,asphalt 8 at high,9mm,gangstar rio,hawx,dungeon hunter 4,wild blood,frontline commando,dragon slayer,dead trigger 1,2,blood and glory legend and because this device with 512mb ram,1gh single core,mali400 single core can play this games, normally that asus memopad me172v with 1ghz single core,1gb ram,mali-400 single core,android4,1 can play this games.

Vonino tablet get 4500 points in antutu benchmark ultimate version downloaded yesterday.

Give me a review of tablet and your opinions.

Note:I dont need really hdmi!
[General Questions and Answers] fahadsul3man:
I am currently using nexus 4, but would like to buy phone / phablet , like s4 , g2 or n5 , I want loads of battery time as well as good camera and also customizations thus I am tilting towards i9505g but not sure about its battery life _ if someone has one they can tell me the battery life they get from daily real usage c:
[General Questions and Answers] Burrrg:
I heard that the G2 has superbb batterylife, and its as big as any other 5inch and yet it is 5.2"

Sent from my LT26i
[General Questions and Answers] fahadsul3man:
i was reading about oppo n1if someone has it here they can share their personal review about it c:
[General Questions and Answers] Tr-man:
I can only give you a list of Android Smartphones compatible with Verizon, it's probably incomplete: http://geekgadgetry.com/?q=verizon+android
[General Questions and Answers] mudsam:
What is the best off-contract buy right now? I need something for my daughter who's coming off an iPhone 4s
[General Questions and Answers] Obleon99:
Nexus 5 best phone ever
[General Questions and Answers] mudsam:
How's battery life compared to Moto X?
[General Questions and Answers] jayc137:
Moto X has better battery life
[General Questions and Answers] Steppnasty:
I was considering buying the Galaxy S3 as it seems to be a faster phone from what I've read but I'm a little concerned about its durability.