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I have been using captivate for more than a year now, I have tried almost all different kinds of GB custom roms like serendipity, apex etc and no matter what I did (ext4 lag fix, OC etc) my cappy is still laggy every now and then.
since iphone 4s is still not jailbreakable, I'm thinking of getting a new samsung galaxy II, however I'm not sure if dual core can really solve the android lag issue.
anyone recently switched from samung galaxy I to II? is there any lag problem? thanks in advance
I switched from my i-9000 (international Vibrant) as soon as the SGS II hit the market, not a single regret.
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I have been using captivate for more than a year now, I have tried almost all different kinds of GB custom roms like serendipity, apex etc and no matter what I did (ext4 lag fix, OC etc) my cappy is still laggy every now and then.
since iphone 4s is still not jailbreakable, I'm thinking of getting a new samsung galaxy II, however I'm not sure if dual core can really solve the android lag issue.
anyone recently switched from samung galaxy I to II? is there any lag problem? thanks in advance
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Gs2 is awesome, the android lag isn't noticible to me at all. And I'm underclocked to 1ghz. According to an article the other day android will always have a small lag compared to iPhone because android doesn't stop all background processes when the screen is touched.
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redjersey said:
I have been using captivate for more than a year now, I have tried almost all different kinds of GB custom roms like serendipity, apex etc and no matter what I did (ext4 lag fix, OC etc) my cappy is still laggy every now and then.
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I was in the same boat as you, got the sgs2 and never looked back.
I switxhed from the cappy to the ATT SGS2 and love it. No lag i can see. Still have my cappy which is now just a full time test phone running Team Hacksung ICS. The ATT SGS2 is really noce also and has great dev support, specially since the ATT SGS2 and INTERNATION SGS2 have almost everything in common this time around. Still has some differences unfortunately but pretty minor. They seem to be closer than the cappy was to the international sgs1. Way better phone in my view and cappy as much as i loved it doesnt compare.
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I went from Sgs to sgs2 and it is significantly better, not perfect but definitely an improvement. Not as smooth as an ipad2 but definitely good enough for me to prefer over iPhone 4s
I switched from the european I9000 to the european I9100.
The I9000 was slower than a granny in the fast lane, and I didn't like the pen tile display at all. The colors were great but the pixels were much too distinguishable.
The I9100 however is fast and the display is really great. The pixels blend much more and the picture is much nicer. Samsung has chosen the right file system this time and they have become really good at building ROMs. There is still a little lag sometimes (Which you will also find is the case with the iPhone 4S) but it's not that bad or frequent. The GPS still isn't perfect with a stock ROM, but there are root fixes that made mine get fixes in about 5-15 seconds when outside.
They righted most of the wrongs. I didn't like the I9000 much. In fact I considered trashing it quite often. But I love the I9100 and I have been recommending quite widely.
IMO if you like/love your S1 and want a 20-30% upgrade mainly in terms of making scrolling etc like 25-50% faster, then S2 is your phone.
If you are expecting a different phone with a different feel and different impact, then you are better off with an Iphone 4S.
The S2 is significantly faster but then I didn't feel the S1 was too slow either. It was passable/acceptable, the S2 is good, not excellent.
The S2 is a VFM upgrade if you have the dough, but it isn't another universe totally. For that you would need to either skip a generation in android or move to another line of phones like Windows or iOS because the Gingerbread family still remains the same and lag hasn't been eliminated completely, so far.
Bottomline, if you are fond of your S1 and are looking for an upgrade which is an overall improvement in all ways, or at least many things, go for a S2. Else don't!
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One more thing, the S2 is pretty fast, at least as long as you use the launcher in built in your ROM and not use too many other launchers through ADW etc.
In fact, I would use a s2 over iphone 4s if they could maintain even this little differnce in speed. However, the s2 is definitely not perfect like an ipad 2 but definitely the s2 is good enough to be used as your main phone with little to no complaints
I have both and it seems to me that everything they did wrong on the SI , they got right on the SII . Lag is non existent for me and very happy with the SGSII.
I am looking for a new phone , its time to move one form my old xperia x8 ,, many people suggested me galaxy s2,, i wanted to know is it worth it? is it the best choice? i should also add i like to mod and tweak my phone a lot,,
Yes.
You can tweek and mod to your heart's content too.
One caveat - there's always something shiny and new around the corner, you may want to wait for the SG3.
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Yes.
You can tweek and mod to your heart's content too.
One caveat - there's always something shiny and new around the corner, you may want to wait for the SG3.
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Sgs3? any idea when its gonna be released?
Wont be at WMC.
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Wont be at WMC.
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Won't be at MWC either.
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Won't be at MWC either.
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so im not gonna wait for the gs3,, nexus or gs2 seems to be the choice for now
SGS3 will be released after MWC SGS2 is best at the present
SGS 2 is the best you can find right know..
I move from SGS to HTC Evo but got bored with it in weeks.
My Opinion its the best right know.
Although it's been out for some time, SGS2 is still one of the best phones on the market. Rooted and you can tweak as much as you like
Galaxy S2 vs Nexus? If we look at the hardware, I think that GS2 is superior to the nexus. Although it nexus comes with larger screen and higher resolution. If we look at software, ICS is on a Nexus in full glory. While on sgs2, ICS will come with tw, if I am in right.
But, with root access, you can do many things you like.
So, between this two, my favorite is galaxy s2.
the sgs2 is a really nice device, but samsung is really dragging their feet when it comes to ics updates. if u want a fully working ics rom, might want to buy a galaxy nexus. Also if you are a fan of aosp roms such as cyanogenmod 9, the nexus is the way to go
El mejor y esperando que llegue el S3
galaxy s2 is a great phone. if you want to mod you better find the i9100 international model with the exynos cpu and mali400 gpu and not any other variant of the same phone.
why? because it has far more support for custom roms and kernels than any other i9100 variat (they are many now T,G,P,M,N. maybe others or less. i think this are right).
i am really happy with my sgs2, in fact I use it every day more than my laptop. l totally recommend
It's a great phone.
Love the Super AMOLED Plus screen too, it's awesome.
Though you might want to consider waiting for the SGS3 or getting the Galaxy Nexus?
But the SGS2 is a good choice for a phone.
The phone is a joy. I managed to get my partner to upgrade to one, though I have to convice her that letting me flash a non-stock rom on it is a good idea As someone who had a programming background, but no real smartphone experience, it's been great, because it's eminently configurable, almost impossible to brick, and I can run my own homegrown apps on it. Highly recommended
I shadow most of the comments already made on here. This is surprisingly only my 2nd Android device, DHD was my first, also have a cheap T-Mobile Rapport as a backup.
But this phone rocks, sure like any phone it has it's flaws, so it's better to discuss those than it's pros, my major cons would be - SQ, although acceptable not great, with certain headphones you can hear the frequencies change which has be annoying, don't expect Voodoo sound like the original SGS which had a Wolfson DAC so that sound pretty good (I've got the tab which had Voodoo so clear difference in SQ).
Buggy software, like the stock email app on exchange it has wakelocks which can keep the device awake, this has ben fixed on the CM source but Samsung/Seven seem reluctant to fix this for GB, not sure how the ICS version fares not tried it and wont until we get an official rom.
Notification light, the major thing I miss from the DHD and previous phones like BB, very useful, BLN not as good as it drains battery.
Other than that I'm pretty happy with my device, had it since day 1 after Phones 4 U exclusive finished, an array of custom roms/kernels available to keep you busy for a while.
SGS3 will be announced maybe March 15th but who know's when it's release will be. I say buy it, enjoy it sell it or keep it after new phones from MWC etc are out.
You'll be happy with it.
I went with galaxy s2, rooted it, and absolutely love it! my friend has the nexus but I find it is too big and a little bulky for my liking. the bigger screen is nice but might also drain more battery. You can always go to a local retailer to see them both up close, that's what I did.
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SGS2 really is a great phone. I even consider this phone as a laptop replacement!
Okay Galaxy s2 it is than
Hello,
I'm strongly considering getting one of the above, once the second one is available. The fact that the noteay have a stronger processor is a plus.
What should I be looking out for in these devices? What are niggles that would prompt me to check and potentially need to replace if found? Software bugs? Construction quality?
Overall use is going to be internet, everyday calendar, notes etc.
Thanks in advance!
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Wait for note. It will probs be lighter and thinner and will defo have a faster processor. Plus it ships with ics. And it has the pen
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Wait for note. It will probs be lighter and thinner and will defo have a faster processor. Plus it ships with ics. And it has the pen
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it is neither lighter nor thinner , but has a faster processor and a pen
If you're price conscious then the original tab is a great buy. Also consider that accessories for the 10.1 Note will be at a premium while a ton of stuff for the original tab are on clearance.
Wait for the note... The pen is surprisingly great (on the note 5.3 anyway), and the faster processor will be a nice upgrade, because the Tegra 2 in the original 10.1 tab isn't great... Very laggy... Yes it's better with cm9, but still not that good.
I have a gt-p7510 Galaxy tab 10.1 and I like it, but if I didn't already have it, I would definitely wait for the note 10.1.
Thanks for the replies guys. Really appreciated.
I too hate the lag and on video reviews of the note I thought it was very slow so good thing they are improving the processor.
I always wondered if you could use a stylus on the original tab. What is the upgrade that makes the note souh better with the stylus from the tab?
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vasp3690 said:
Hello,
I'm strongly considering getting one of the above, once the second one is available. The fact that the noteay have a stronger processor is a plus.
What should I be looking out for in these devices? What are niggles that would prompt me to check and potentially need to replace if found? Software bugs? Construction quality?
Overall use is going to be internet, everyday calendar, notes etc.
Thanks in advance!
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If you're planning to use it for note-taking, the note 10.1 is an easy choice. For everything else, you'll want to consider whether the faster processor is worth the price difference.
I would also wait on the note, even though it won't be out for a good while. I got the galaxy tab 10.1 a few weeks ago and am loving it so far. But this won't stop me from getting the note 10.1 the moment it becomes available (will have to sell this tab then lol). The biggest thing, for me personally, is the pen; stylus functionality isn't the best thing in the world when it comes to the original tab 10.1 even though it may be functional. But thats all it is, functional, not amazing or practical when it comes to taking notes (student's perspective). Of course the processor bump just makes it sweeter, I'm just hoping the price isn't too steep.
Would the Note have the same touch capability as the Tab if not using the pen? If so, then it was be a great plus!
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Would the Note have the same touch capability as the Tab if not using the pen? If so, then it was be a great plus!
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Yes the stylus isn't required. The touch capability would be the same as the current tab, if anything better (highly unlikely) when it comes to using your fingers. The stylus just adds the extra dimension of certain apps that take advantage of that, such as iAnnotate PDF, Zenbrush, etc. And lets not forget the superb precision the pen will bring when it comes to drawing and taking notes. If Samsung puts in an AMOLED HD screen (Ok I'm seriously asking for too much with this suggestion) this tablet will be beyond perfect, IMO.
If price isn't a concern, I'd say wait for the Note. Why buy last year's model when the new one is right around the corner? The processor bump will probably be enough to justify the price difference, but I'm happy enough with my Tab to sit this round out.
as I have mentioned in other threads my experience with 3g model has not been good, as in Samsung stock experience.
The hardware is good, there is no denying of that of course, and if you can mod it you can get pretty good results (I am happy with the latest ROM I installed, Overcome + pershoot kernel).
Although samsung seems to be delaying ics upgrade in favor of new hardware and in my case in Spain I haven't received a single update to my 3g from stock HC 3.1, and stock is everything but functional after little use, not to mention no launcher hw acceleration so when you have a few icons, dragging them around can be infuriating, of course forget about live wallpapers, screen not refreshing certain elements after a while, reboots, and similar utter failure.
From what I am reading Asus is giving better support and motorola xoom already has ICS.
I even have a college at work who is talking wonders about a chinese tab (Onda?) which is much cheaper and already working with ICS.
I suggest you consider the manufacturer.
So here it is June. Any rumored dates for the Galaxy Note 10.1?
And will that justify a new forum, or will we continue with this one?
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as I have mentioned in other threads my experience with 3g model has not been good, as in Samsung stock experience.
The hardware is good, there is no denying of that of course, and if you can mod it you can get pretty good results (I am happy with the latest ROM I installed, Overcome + pershoot kernel).
Although samsung seems to be delaying ics upgrade in favor of new hardware and in my case in Spain I haven't received a single update to my 3g from stock HC 3.1, and stock is everything but functional after little use, not to mention no launcher hw acceleration so when you have a few icons, dragging them around can be infuriating, of course forget about live wallpapers, screen not refreshing certain elements after a while, reboots, and similar utter failure.
From what I am reading Asus is giving better support and motorola xoom already has ICS.
I even have a college at work who is talking wonders about a chinese tab (Onda?) which is much cheaper and already working with ICS.
I suggest you consider the manufacturer.
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I don't have any of those problems with my Galaxy Tab 10.1. Dragging icons is fine, live wallpapers work fine, everything refreshes as it should, and I've not had any spontaneous reboots. I'm not rooted and everything seems zippy and smooth. Best tablet I've had so far. I'd like ICS but I'm willing to be patient. I'm sure they have their hands full making sure it's stable and working properly with Touchwiz. Anyone waiting for it through a carrier should be angry with them, not Samsung. The carriers are the ones responsible for pushing the update and most of them drag their feet for some reason.
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I don't have any of those problems with my Galaxy Tab 10.1. Dragging icons is fine, live wallpapers work fine, everything refreshes as it should, and I've not had any spontaneous reboots. I'm not rooted and everything seems zippy and smooth. Best tablet I've had so far. I'd like ICS but I'm willing to be patient. I'm sure they have their hands full making sure it's stable and working properly with Touchwiz. Anyone waiting for it through a carrier should be angry with them, not Samsung. The carriers are the ones responsible for pushing the update and most of them drag their feet for some reason.
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Agree with this and i got no carrier limitations since i got international sim unlocked Tab and they cant prevent My upgrades
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Personally I say neither and go with Asus. Of the tablets Samsung has been amount the worse at providing updates and failing to do so.
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Personally I say neither and go with Asus. Of the tablets Samsung has been amount the worse at providing updates and failing to do so.
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Untrue. LG and Motorola have been far worse. Again, any carrier locked device is at the mercy of the carrier, not Samsung. Samsung may very well have pushed the ICS update to all the major carriers but they haven't pushed it out to their customers yet. Probably because they want to shove all their own UIs and bloatware on it first.
I would be getting the tab sim free and adding a sim to it later on. I much rather not have a locked device if I can buy it depending on price. So I presume updating wont be an issue.
Still no word from samsung though about the release dates
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Near the end of june now and still nothing from samsung for this one...
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Hi,
is this a good idea to replace a HP Touchpad running CM9 with a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1)?
I ask because I dont understand why Samsung put only a 1GHz dual processor.
Should I get something else ?
Thanks !
PS: The real question is not the money. Its a gift for someone who needs a great display and long battery life. And of course, you can suggest another brand.
Bagbug said:
Hi,
is this a good idea to replace a HP Touchpad running CM9 with a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1)?
I ask because I dont understand why Samsung put only a 1GHz dual processor.
Should I get something else ?
Thanks !
PS: The real question is not the money. Its a gift for someone who needs a great display and long battery life. And of course, you can suggest another brand.
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i my self using tab 10.1 and seriously it never felt the decrease in power ......i think it is damn good for high end users also .......u can also try galaxy note 10.1 which is a beast and it has extra feauters than tab 10.1 and also asus transformer ,,,,,,,i would say u to buy note 10.1 since it is new and also runs on jelly bean .........battery i awesome in galaxy tabs u will get one complete day with full heavy usage and also has amazing standby time
cheers
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Advise on a tablet.
Hey guys, noob here, first post, hey all - pleased to be here
I'm after a little advise, hope you can help. i'm looking for a tablet for my mum for her birthday. I am based in the UK and am looking for a tablet that will run
1. Tescos online shopping and others ASDA etc. i believe its a uk locked app this has caused me some problems on a chinese tablet (an onda vi40) that has now been sent back wouldnt run even after running the build.prop mod
2. Iplayer, 4od etc over wifi. i'll be honest my router is a draytech and its a few years old now and the wifi isnt gr8 on it. iplayr etc run from my samsung s3 fine, xbox live works well too in the livingroom.
3. Browse the web.
not demanding processes i know but thats all she needs it for, video out would be handy if she wants to watch it on our living room tv but that important as long as the rest works.
i am stuck which tablet to get her,its going to be an eBay job, just confused oin what to get. i would lean towards the samsung (because of my phone n how good that is, at the moment) and HP touchpad kinda puts me off because of the bad experiance i have had wiht the onda and because the touchpad wasnt designed to run android. just a little careful after what i have been through witht he onda
thanks in advance
Baz
The omap in the tab 2 while clocked lower is still much faster than the touchpads cpu. Its also very similar to the galaxy nexus which makes it easy to port ROMs to. I have used cm9 on both. Its much smoother on the tab 2 than on the touchpad. Cm10 is also officially supported on the tab 2?
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Hi all,
I love this Galaxy Tab 10.1 (WiFi) but even with the CM10.0, it feels sluggish sometimes. I know it is now older tech. What ROM are you guys on? I like AOSP based ROMs more than TouchWiz..
I was thinking of selling this off (near perfect condition) and getting the Nexus 10. I would love to see benchmarks of that next to the Tab 10.1.
Thoughts?
BTW - I got an Apple iPad 4 mostly for work since AV manufactures all have apps for their products and I need to sell/use these. Honestly, the hardware is great, but I really do not like iOS, even after jailbroken and modded.
I use Infamous rom. If i had the money for a Nexus 10, I wouldve had it since it came out. Good hardware and best/latest Android versions.
Same problem here, I've tried loads of roms and they all lag in some way (infamous, AOKP, CM10 and CM10.1)
Not sure what to do next, it's just no where near as smooth as my galaxy s3 phone
Doubt you'll get much for this tab and the nexus is still quite expensive
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I am going to buy the new nexus 7 (hopefully it will not take to long to release it) and keep my Galaxy tab. Probably will buy in 1 year a new 10 inch tab.
With CM 10.1, my tab is very nice (apart from some issues, that will be fixed). A little bit of lag from time to time, but I can live with it for the moment.