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Seriously in doubt between these phones
Any help?
Thank you!
Galaxy S II
pick ur poison
SGS2-samsungs terrible update record, crappy plastic, internal sd problems.
Atrix-bootloader locked.
As a former Galaxy S (Captivate) and now an Atrix owner....Go with the Galaxy S II.
-Thinner
-No signed bootloader
-Touchwiz>>>>>>>>Motoblur
-I think the Exynos processor is besting the Tegra 2.
I say Atrix because more games/apps will be otimized for Tegra than Exynos. I haven't heard of anything optimized for the Samsung chip yet. There is a reason why all tablet makers are including the Tegra 2. Also even the Samsung Galaxy SII will be using Tegra 2 in some regions. Also there hasn't been any proof that the Galaxy SII won't be locked down in some ways.
Other things to consider...
1. No HDMI port
2. No finger print scanner
3. Lower Resolution Screen
4. No docks of any type
5. Less Battery Life
6. Slower Updates from Samsung
7. Builld Quality from past Galaxy S (GPS not working)
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I say Atrix because more games/apps will be otimized for Tegra than Exynos. I haven't heard of anything optimized for the Samsung chip yet. There is a reason why all tablet makers are including the Tegra 2. Also even the Samsung Galaxy SII will be using Tegra 2 in some regions. Also there hasn't been any proof that the Galaxy SII won't be locked down in some ways.
Other things to consider...
1. No HDMI port
2. No finger print scanner
3. Lower Resolution Screen
4. No docks of any type
5. Less Battery Life
6. Slower Updates from Samsung
7. Builld Quality from past Galaxy S (GPS not working)
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Lower resolution = faster performance...
But Once this Atrix gets that update. I'm sure it will blow every phone out of the water for a couple months. If you really want to know whats better for you. do some research from youtube and comparison videos.
Keep us updated on your pick!
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Other things to consider...
1. No HDMI port
2. No finger print scanner
3. Lower Resolution Screen
4. No docks of any type
5. Less Battery Life
6. Slower Updates from Samsung
7. Builld Quality from past Galaxy S (GPS not working)
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1. Galaxy S2 does have HDMI
2. Meh
3. Actually more subpixels on RGB 800x480 (1.15M) than pentile 960x540 (1.04M)
4. Even bigger meh
5. Who knows but probably a bit less, it has a bigger screen and is much thinner (8.5mm vs 11mm)
6. People say this and yet Samsung updates faster than HTC or Motorola, 2.3 update for SGS has been temporarily pulled but it will still beat 2.3 for Desire. Carriers are what delay beyond Samsung releases, they also delay Moto and HTC releases (have fun waiting for carrier releases with locked bootloader)
7. We'll see, I don't think they'll make this mistake again, but they'll probably make others. How about that Atrix multi-touch?
I wish I can return my atrix for a galaxy s 2.
It is a personal preferences but after having used the Captivate prior to getting my Xperia, I would definitely choose the Atrix.
its too early to say, depends on what problems the galaxy s2 has. if its anything like the captivate then no. the reception sucked on the captivate, i used to get so many dropped calls and gps was crap. maybe if they fixed these problems.
They both suck, wait for dual core HTC anything.
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As a former Captivate owner I am VERY impressed with the Atrix. I loved my Captivate but wow:
1 Atrix is MUCH faster multitasking.
2 Atrix battery life is much better.
3 Atrix GPS is 100x better.
4 Higher Res screen is great.
5 HDMI port is handy.
6 Phone reception is MUCH better with Atrix.
I still miss the amazing contrast of the Super AMOLED screen, unlocked bootloader, and would like the 4.3" screen.
I may return my Atrix for Galaxy II, just to try it but at this point I don't think I could live with the weak battery and most likely a decrease in cell and GPS reception.
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They both suck, wait for dual core HTC anything.
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I too would love to see a Tegra 2 HTC pyramid style something. After owning the captivate, I would choose my atrix over the Galaxy SII. At least motorola has a much better form of communication and much faster update track record.
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1. Galaxy S2 does have HDMI
2. Meh
3. Actually more subpixels on RGB 800x480 (1.15M) than pentile 960x540 (1.04M)
4. Even bigger meh
5. Who knows but probably a bit less, it has a bigger screen and is much thinner (8.5mm vs 11mm)
6. People say this and yet Samsung updates faster than HTC or Motorola, 2.3 update for SGS has been temporarily pulled but it will still beat 2.3 for Desire. Carriers are what delay beyond Samsung releases, they also delay Moto and HTC releases (have fun waiting for carrier releases with locked bootloader)
7. We'll see, I don't think they'll make this mistake again, but they'll probably make others. How about that Atrix multi-touch?
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1. No actual HDMI output you have to use USB port which means you have to run off battery.
2. Finger print scanner is pretty cool imo.
3. 200,000 less physical pixels who cares about subpixels it still renders less. It only displays one of those colored subpixels at a time. Not to mention the ppi will be worse also.
4. Still important
5. I have seen side by side images the dimensions they looked about the same.
6. We will see on that one but I wouldn't hold my breath on them beating Motorola or HTC as far as updates go.
7. The Matrix multi-touch is a softare issue that Motorla said they will fix a future update. Nothing with build quality.
I am getting the galaxy s2 when it comes out just because I like having new phones when they come out
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Mossys said:
Lower resolution = faster performance...
But Once this Atrix gets that update. I'm sure it will blow every phone out of the water for a couple months. If you really want to know whats better for you. do some research from youtube and comparison videos.
Keep us updated on your pick!
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Well the same Tegra 2 is pushing the Xoom at 1280x800 so qHD should be just fine.
i'll prolly get one once it hits state side
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a lot of people might tell you the exynos processor in the SGSII is better than the tegra2 in the Atrix. That is wrong. The atrix can get near the SGSII in benchmarks and it is a full version behind as well as pushing more pixels. When the Atrix gets 2.3 it will be much higher in benchmarking than the SGSII.
Now benchmarking isn't everything.. The current trend is locking down bootloaders. If the SGSII is like the atrix in the bootloader position I recommend you get the Atrix. if it is unlocked then you should probably get the SGSII if you like custom roms. Hopefully the Atrix gets unlocked because it is a beast of a device. Much better over all than the SGSII but the bootloader is its weak point.
I've got another upgrade due in April of 2012. Can't wait to see what'll be out by then xD Hopefully quad core phones with 2 GB RAM!
Anyways: my vote is wait for the SGSII to actually come out, and see if the bootloader is encrypted or not. Can't go by manufacture's name anymore (HTC I'm looking at you)
Anyways, if it is anything like my Captivate, I'll pass. The GPS problem, the horrible updates, all things to consider. However, that SAMOLED screen makes my eyes drool.
Touchwiz is just a crappy iOS knockoff interface, IMO. If I wanted the iOS look, I'll use my iPhone.
It will have docks... do some research first.
Hi dear,
I'm going to get either Galaxy S2 or Galaxy Note.
The price difference between them is quite big..
GS2 is 730 NZD and Galaxy Note is 1199 NZD(as its just released?)
Do you think galaxy note has that much worthy?
What do think guys?
It depends whether you want a phone or a small tablet that can make calls. I've handled a prototype Note and it's not something you can comfortably use with one hand.
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It depends whether you want a phone or a small tablet that can make calls. I've handled a prototype Note and it's not something you can comfortably use with one hand.
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Oh is it?
But I do have iPad 2..
What I like from Galaxy Note is the high resolution display.
It Is awesome I gues.. As I was iPhone 4 user so I do care the density of the screen. It should be clear and crisp.
It's also an inch bigger, and uses PenTile matrix, both of which detract from the 1280x720 resolution's pixel density. So really, it's about a wash in terms of clarity compared to the 4.3" SGS2.
Then there's always the Galaxy Nexus, also 1280x720, but half an inch smaller than the Note. Sadly though, it's not running Exynos/Mali, but it does come with ICS and a guarantee of being at the head of the queue for updates and custom ROMs.
Croak said:
It's also an inch bigger, and uses PenTile matrix, both of which detract from the 1280x720 resolution's pixel density. So really, it's about a wash in terms of clarity compared to the 4.3" SGS2.
Then there's always the Galaxy Nexus, also 1280x720, but half an inch smaller than the Note. Sadly though, it's not running Exynos/Mali, but it does come with ICS and a guarantee of being at the head of the queue for updates and custom ROMs.
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That's what I concerned.
Galaxy note and s2 will get ICS at some time in Q2 in 2011..
That's too late, right?
Galaxy note has better specs, but sgs2 is better for size for the main user
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Galaxy Note are for users who 'CBF' carrying an eight-ten inch tablet, but still wants all the power and resolution necessary for web browsing and movie watching.
Galaxy S II will be intended for gamer (running on Full screen), who prefer web browsing on the go while making phone calls and sending text messages.
The Galaxy Note beats or matches in the SGS2 in everything. The only reason why someone should choose the SGS2 over the Note is because of the price and size.
MrAndroid12 said:
Galaxy Note are for users who 'CBF' carrying an eight-ten inch tablet, but still wants all the power and resolution necessary for web browsing and movie watching.
Galaxy S II will be intended for gamer (running on Full screen), who prefer web browsing on the go while making phone calls and sending text messages.
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But, galaxy note is a PHONE not only a device that can be necessary for web browsing and movie watching..
I feel playing game on my iPad is better than on galaxy s2 in terms of screen size though which means game on galaxy note will be much more fun than on galaxy s2.
jorkobe23 said:
But, galaxy note is a PHONE not only a device that can be necessary for web browsing and movie watching..
I feel playing game on my iPad is better than on galaxy s2 in terms of screen size though which means game on galaxy note will be much more fun than on galaxy s2.
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The problem as mentioned above, Running standard android games on HD screen doesn't make it run FULL screen.
Yes galaxy note is a phone, but a 4.3 inch SGSII is already a humongous phone. A 5.6' phone doesn't make it ideal for making phone calls
Galaxy SII v Note
I'm stoked about the Note. I currently have a Galaxy S and S II. I was waiting for the Galaxy Tab 7.7, but the Note may do the job. I do design work and I am excited to use the stylus to cut and paste images, do simple drawings, etc.
The other thing I don't like about the S and SII is that when typing emails, I can only see about 1 or two lines of text that I'm typing. I think with the Note, you'll see more.
The biggest problem with the Note is the price. For me it's about $850 USD. That's just too much.
I am also considering buying a Galaxy Nexus on Verizon. I swore I'd never go back to Verizon but the Nexus should have their 4 G as well as the 4G radios for AT&T and T-Mobile.
Samsung is so prolific at spitting out these phones that it's hard to choose. They even have a 4" screened model with a full QWERTY. Not too shabby!
hi, you could also wait foe the sgs2 lte hd, its gonna have a 4,65 inches display with super amoled plus hd display, 1.5 ghz cpu 1gb ram, 16gb onboard memory and so on its supossed to be available in december.
i've got the sgs2 international and can't be happier.
if you are using the sgs1 or 2 you could use nitrality to change de dpi from 240 to 182 and get more on screen space for wrintting emails and whatever you want, i did it and looks even better.
the note, is realy nice, played with it at ifa here in berlin, realy nice device, and if you wear a jacket always or most of the time it schouln't be a problem, but i would say is to big for jeans pockets, or maybe not, but it would big the risk to break it probably.
Im waitig for the 7.7
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nicgom said:
hi, you could also wait foe the sgs2 lte hd, its gonna have a 4,65 inches display with super amoled plus hd display, 1.5 ghz cpu 1gb ram, 16gb onboard memory and so on its supossed to be available in december.
i've got the sgs2 international and can't be happier.
if you are using the sgs1 or 2 you could use nitrality to change de dpi from 240 to 182 and get more on screen space for wrintting emails and whatever you want, i did it and looks even better.
the note, is realy nice, played with it at ifa here in berlin, realy nice device, and if you wear a jacket always or most of the time it schouln't be a problem, but i would say is to big for jeans pockets, or maybe not, but it would big the risk to break it probably.
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Thanks for the input. I don't think we'll see a Galaxy SII in the states with LTE anytime soon. AT&T and TMO just got their SIIs and neither is capable of LTE.
I think I'll most likely try the Verizon Nexus Prime because it will have (850/1700/1900/2100) 3g and Verizon Lte and then get the Galaxy S III next year. If cash permits, I'll get the Note too. If it had quad band 3g and Verizon LTE, I'd just buy the Note.
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Hi,
If you like to listen to Music on your phone, then please dont buy SGS2, it has a crappy Yamaha audio codec. Fankly I think that is the only disadvantage of SGS2.
I usually browse and listen to music, I find the music to be sub-par when compared to my Ipod.
Better go for a superphone with Wolfson Audio codec.
Check which audio codec is present in Galaxy Note or Go for Galaxy Nexus, I think it has Wolfson audio codec (as Nexus S had the same)...
Or one more option is the New Slim Motorola Droid Razr (7.1mm), which even below advantages :
- Check its audio codec, it must be wolfson I guess
- has a better battery (1780MAh)
- Higher resolution than SGS2 (540 x 960)
- Spash resistant
- Metal casing but still 127Gm
- Might not have the pink spot that SGS2 has.
- Might not have the yellow tint effect on screen that SGS2 has.
- hdmi port
- comes with 2.3.5 and guaranteed ICS support coming for this model
There are too many advantages that Droid Razr has over SGS2.
How crappy is Yamaha codec?
Is audio even throughout the spectrum?
Head over to anadtech for a detailed review of SGS2 audio performance... Below is the link:
http://www.anandtech.com/show/4686/samsung-galaxy-s-2-international-review-the-best-redefined/13
He clearly says Yamaha audio codec is not a good audio codec (compared to Wolfson...), and wolfson is far better (which we find in SGS1, Nexus S....)
I am using SG-note.. For last few days ..
So fare i thing its kind of mini tablet.which works batter than all small tablet.. I think it will be unfaire to compare SG-note vs SGSII.
SGSII is the best smartphone for me ... Thanks to samsung ..
What can i say abt SG-note it just too smart phone..
I think you should go for SGNote.
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Wait a few months after the note has been superseded by yet another Samsung device and you're be able to pick one up for a lot less, nothing wrong with the sgs2 and won't be out specced for some time, Blimey I remember the days when all PDAs had a stylus much better, that would be the only reason I would be interested in getting a note
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Just now checked in Engadget, Galaxy Note has the same Yamaha audio codec as SGS2.
If you are a audio freak or even a casual audio listener, I do not suggest going to SGS2 or Galaxy Note. Try either Galaxy Nexus or Moto Droid Razr.
do u all think that S3 should be bought by the user who already uses an
S2.
S3 specs are:- |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| S2 specs are:-
1280x720p super amoled hd(not plus)|||||||||||| 800x480 super amoled plus
1.4ghz exynos quad core(28nm)||||||||||||||||| 1.2 ghz exynos dual core(45or32)
16/32gb variant +expandable|||||||||||||||||||| 16/32gb variant _expandable
1gb ram ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| 1gb ram
and customized interface.(new touchwiz)|||||||| touchwiz ux(4)
should S3 be purchased by an enthusiast if he already owns an
Galaxy S2????
S3 to the S2 is what the iphone 4s is to the iphone 4
Look at the main differences, they are only software oriented... The only upgrade is maybe the camera, the quad core cpu (with same gpu) and the led notification light... The super amoled hd is a pentile screen...
Not digging my pockets this year
duykhang524 said:
S3 to the S2 is what the iphone 4s is to the iphone 4
Look at the main differences, they are only software oriented... The only upgrade is maybe the camera, the quad core cpu (with same gpu) and the led notification light... The super amoled hd is a pentile screen...
Not digging my pockets this year
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thats what i was thinking.
cause the camera is the same old 8 mp cmos sensor but flatpanel.
just the screen size,resolution and the processor has been changed.
so i think would stick to my S2 for one year more and wait for S4.
my DAD will be happy that this year his wallet will not be empty like last 2 years.
Other than the screen and battery, there's nothing I want over s2 TBH. When's the last time you found s2's CPU struggle with anything? Now what you going to do with a quad core CPU that put some laptops to shame?
I know most S2 users will say it's not worth it, but after reading both the engadget and androidcentral coverage (and also technobuffalo and pocketnow) I have come to the conclusion:
I want it.
First of all, this is not iPhone 4->4S. The only thing there was a dual core in stead of single core processor and the camera. No DESIGN changes, it looked the same. No screen changes, it looked the same.
My initial feeling was mixed. First I wasn't amazed by the design. After seeing more and more articles and more and more pictures/videos, I changed my mind. That "metallic blue" colour is very nice, I like the home button design, the curved edges. The only thing I'm not amazed about is the back, but it's ok.
Hardware wise I'm happy. People with the S2, I understand you doubting if it's worth the upgrade from an S2. But some people on the net saying the hardware is total "****" should be locked up. People expect WAY to much. 2 years ago I would have only dreamed about such specs. While my S2 is no slow guy, I am starting so see room for improvements. It's slow some times, not a lot but ok. Also the change from WVGA to 720p res is a great thing, even if it's "pentile". Another small but maybe unknown detail is the S3 uses a "wolfson" soundchip or how it's called, so supercurio already tweeted we can expect amazing sound quality.
Atm I"m enjoying my S2 and somewhere in June/July I might get the S3. Like I said a while ago, standard pattern of most humans:
Initial disappointment, after a while start changing their minds, buy the phone anyway, start loving it hardcore mode. Every year. People usually focus only on specs on paper, but start seeing the small details later. And off course actually holding the phone in your hand, that's when the magic chicks in ^^
Of course it's worth buying the SIII. They upgraded the best feature in the world: pink spot right in the middle of the photos.
duykhang524 said:
S3 to the S2 is what the iphone 4s is to the iphone 4
Look at the main differences, they are only software oriented... The only upgrade is maybe the camera, the quad core cpu (with same gpu) and the led notification light... The super amoled hd is a pentile screen...
Not digging my pockets this year
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You will buy this phone, just wait till you come out and you hear all the good things about it, you won't be able to resist. You will find things in your pockets
duykhang524 said:
S3 to the S2 is what the iphone 4s is to the iphone 4
Look at the main differences, they are only software oriented... The only upgrade is maybe the camera, the quad core cpu (with same gpu) and the led notification light... The super amoled hd is a pentile screen...
Not digging my pockets this year
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And what changes did you expected?
The hardware upgrade is nice, the online thing i dont like is the design. its so 2008 :-(
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Features like Smart Stay, SVoice etc are so awesome, worth buying!!!
+Notification LED
I just wanted to see what does Supercurio do with Voodoo!
S3 has a wolfson, thats enough reason for me to switch
no . its not worth-it unlike iphone user who need to wait apple decision to add features . .. we dont hope the s-voice, s-memo and the other software inprovement excluding touchwiz will be ported to our beloved galaxy s2 okay2 maybe touchw's icons just for the sake of refeshment
SGS III forum here.
Do we really need to flood the SGS2 pages with floods of opinions about another device - which won't be released for four weeks - when one can do so on said device's dedicated forum?
No we don't IMO...
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And what changes did you expected?
The hardware upgrade is nice, the online thing i dont like is the design. its so 2008 :-(
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Have you seen good renders/official pictures of it?
http://m.pocketnow.com/android/the-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-was-it-worth-the-wait
It's beautiful imo.
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SGS III forum here.
Do we really need to flood the SGS2 pages with floods of opinions about another device - which won't be released for four weeks - when one can do so on said device's dedicated forum?
No we don't IMO...
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Oh come on it's one thread. No flood.
It's common sense this will be discussed here.
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I just wanted to see what does Supercurio do with Voodoo!
S3 has a wolfson, thats enough reason for me to switch
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Exactly .... and the special thing thing is the chip is better than the one in sgs.
Generally people will never have the mind to update their previous flagship, adding the poor design for sgs3 the upgrade will be slower from sgs2 users.
If you like HD screen, capture more photos, better battery life then you can switch to sgs3 without a doubt.
People haven't read the initial review from anandtech and gsmarena, this sgs3 blows the competitors with wide margin . The only drawback I would say is the back panel design.
#*posted on the move *#
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Oh come on it's one thread. No flood.
It's common sense this will be discussed here.
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That must be why I've found 4 threads here already then.
Don't see that it's "common sense" at all - that's what the dedicated forum for the SGS III is for....
Anyway, see the last post here - when a mod says discussion goes on relevant thread, end of story.
Bet this thread will be locked anyway.
Having gotten the original Galaxy S and SII, I was greatly anticipating the SIII even though I was very impressed with the HTC One X.
After seeing the device, I have to say I'll be getting the One X instead. I waited and waited but was ultimately disappointed.
This new device is pretty ugly. How can the company that made the elegant Galaxy Nexus also make the chintzy, cheap-looking Galaxy SIII? Seriously -- the Galaxy SII actually looks better with its more pronounced edges -- the curved appearance of the SIII reminds me a lot of the Galaxy S -- in other words, the design went backwards. At least the iPhone 4s retained what was a good-looking design.
That's not the only thing that went backwards: the display technology Samsung is using on the SII is superior to the Pentile display of the SIII even if the resolution is lesser. What's more, in real world use, the SIII will probably not be that much better than the One X. Also, correct me if I'm wrong but the front camera also has a slightly smaller sensor, doesn't it (1.9Mpix vs. 2.0Mpix)?
Moreover, whereas other manufacturers are exploring the use of new processes and materials for its builds (Apple is allegedly planning to use new materials and processes on its iPhone and HTC already used a different set on its new One series), Samsung has stuck to ugly, glossy plastic.
What's bizarre is that if you look at Samsung's other offerings, like its televisions, it isn't afraid of producing elegant, spartan designs. There's nothing elegant or spartan about the Galaxy SIII, it's just cheesy.
Also, while I thought Touchwiz 4 was passable enough, the new TouchWiz looks like a disaster waiting to happen. You can already tell there's going to be a ton of crapware on the i9300. Where's the evolution? Why persist with the iPhone knock-off design sensibility when Android has already moved forward? Why insist on a very ugly hardware home button when Sammy itself shipped the first ICS sandwich with virtual buttons?
Rather than going for an ICS-influenced look which was meant to unify the appearance of the OS across devices and manufacturers, Samsung doubled-down on the most-critiqued software feature of its devices. Also, as one can see from the various hands-on videos, they even retained the Gingerbread-green battery icons!
At least HTC had the good sense to tweak SenseUI heavily to give its users a good user experience while incorporating just enough ICS to please the Android purists. Just looking at the TW5, you know it'll be another invasive, ugly experience from Samsung.
The only redeeming quality the SIII seems to have is its SoC, which is why some are saying its an evolutionary rather than revolutionary update.
So, sorry, Sammy. You aren't getting my money this year.
Better stay away from xda,internet for some time
If i say just once that I need new phone, I am kicked out of house
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i'm pretty disappointed with the Galaxy S3 to be honest.
1. looks like a piece of soap.
2. screen is pentile
3. hardware buttons (really samsung?)
4. fat bezel
5. a9 battery sucker instead of a a15 for the sake of marketing
6. crapwiz
it's a galaxy SIIs. I'm gonna wait for the next Nexus. just my $0,02
In my opinion, SG3 not really a idea phone to buy if you already have SG2. Because:
1. Still not need quad core yet.
2. 4.8inch too big for "mobile" phone. Almost size of Samsung Note.
3. Same camera MP.
4. Ugly and non pro design.
The only things that interest me is the NFC technology.
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3. Same camera MP.
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i can't believe that there still people thinking that image quality is measured in megapixel. it's 2012.... we should be over this now. people like you are the reason why the sgs3 has a inefficient quad instead of a a15 dual. CUZ M O O OOOAR IS B E TTARRR!
Hey everyone,
I was wondering which phone you think I should get. I currently have the HTC EVO 3D but I think I want to try out Samsung for at least a year. I have pretty big hands, so the Note wouldn't be too big for me. Should I wait for Sprint's Galaxy Note, or Sprint's Galaxy S3? Thanks!
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Here is a video comparison:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dalZz_aknX4
Saw the video. It's pretty good, but doesn't the Galaxy Note already have Ice Cream Sandwich?
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Saw the video. It's pretty good, but doesn't the Galaxy Note already have Ice Cream Sandwich?
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ICS on note is officially released only in certain parts of the world, India & Germany were the first ones to get em other countries should follow soon.
I am a note owner but will be migrating to the S3, Note's great but is already an older gen phone with the quad cores coming in.
If I were you I would get either an S3 or wait for the Note 2.
PS: Will receive my S3 on the 30th and post the comparisons/impressions.
The Note will get ICS worldwide at some point or another so personally I wouldn't take that too much into account.
It boils down to screen size plus s-pen vs. quad core plus newer touchwiz. It depends if you value screen size or processing power more?
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The Note will get ICS worldwide at some point or another so personally I wouldn't take that too much into account.
It boils down to screen size plus s-pen vs. quad core plus newer touchwiz. It depends if you value screen size or processing power more?
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There are a few other things to it - the S3 is very likely to have higher audio quality, it also has BT 4.0 and Apt-X, full exFAT support, options for higher interal storage, better USB OTG support, slightly better camera quality and usability, and as you say better processor and GPU. Depends on a few things which will matter to some and not others.
I have a Note and will be doing lots of comparisons at http://www.AndroidNZ.net
I had the note. It is the exact same copy of the att samsung skyrocket but with a bigger screen. I wasnt impressed, its specs are outdated.
Now that ICS is out for the Note its a tough choice......Already have ICS and its a LOT faster than GB on the Note. I like using the pen as well.
For bench markers and spec buyers the S3 has a lot more to offer on paper. In reality though, for me, the DAC is the only thing I KNOW I will definitively realize the difference and not so much until SuperCurio does his magic..The only reason I would like to try an S3 is to get the Wolfson DAC and Voodoo sound back. Otherwise the screen size and the pen make the Note still viable for me.
Everything else is fine on the Note and specs are at the point where they can be measured better but not always realized in actual everyday use.
The point of diminishing returns has arrived. I have never used my OTG USB attachment or the HDMI attachments. I have 16GB plus 64GB storage and never was limited by the 2 GB limitation. 2GB is a HUGE single file. So look at ALL the capabilities and decide what is important to you as far as what you will actually NEED
Your decision based on those parameters will be easy...... I would keep the Note myself and wait a few months to see if Samsung rumors reveal a Note II with S3 specs.
i was one of the people who moved from Note to S3, i still have my note though... my personal notes after 5 days of s3 use:
1. Note Screen is still Bigger, better for reading larger texts although at the same S3 Screen shows better Colors and more CRISP font and i enjoy it actually.
2. Note PEN is unbeatable in all ways... i miss it. it did not work on s3, a special s3 pen is required it seems and it maybe coming soon.
3. S3 performasnce is way better than note... it is noticable in every aspect. Samsung i beleieve have worked well on the software in overall This Time.
4. i did not notice any battery drain on s3 at all, it lasts even more than NOTE which is bigger battery. knowing i am using 3G or WIFI always on, one of them always on. i have tried all GB and ICS Roms on NOTE.
5. S3 lacks MASS STORAGE! it uses only MTP option.
6. S3 is great for portability, Large screen and Lightweight at the same time.
7. those who think S3 design is not good, you have to hold it in your hand, for me i see it very nice ...
8. S3 does not include Polaris office full version or even Photo Editor that comes with note!
9. for now i will keep Using S3, i love it now but maybe if the nostalgia hits, i will use the note also
This is what i think of now...
I bought my note on 20th March 2012, and sold it on 19th May 2012, I will be buying GSIII, it will be launching here on 31st.
The reason I sold note was the size of it it is too big for me, but the screen size is really nice for browsing and watching videos, I think SIII wont be far behind Note but much more pocket-able, and easy to use, at least for me.
Galaxy S3 if you ask me.
i just bought my note 3 weeks ago now i'm buying the SIII ill keep both then sell one of them after few months
Note, if you need the pen. And of course, because of its size, the Note is also a great hand fan
hmmmm it sounds like the galaxy s3 is the phone to get. although I think I'll just get whatever comes first to sprint.
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There are a few other things to it - the S3 is very likely to have higher audio quality, it also has BT 4.0 and Apt-X, full exFAT support, options for higher interal storage, better USB OTG support, slightly better camera quality and usability, and as you say better processor and GPU. Depends on a few things which will matter to some and not others.
I have a Note and will be doing lots of comparisons at http://www.AndroidNZ.net
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What the advantage of full exFAT support if my Note reads fine my microSDXC64gb?
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i was one of the people who moved from Note to S3, i still have my note though... my personal notes after 5 days of s3 use:
1. Note Screen is still Bigger, better for reading larger texts although at the same S3 Screen shows better Colors and more CRISP font and i enjoy it actually.
2. Note PEN is unbeatable in all ways... i miss it. it did not work on s3, a special s3 pen is required it seems and it maybe coming soon.
3. S3 performasnce is way better than note... it is noticable in every aspect. Samsung i beleieve have worked well on the software in overall This Time.
4. i did not notice any battery drain on s3 at all, it lasts even more than NOTE which is bigger battery. knowing i am using 3G or WIFI always on, one of them always on. i have tried all GB and ICS Roms on NOTE.
5. S3 lacks MASS STORAGE! it uses only MTP option.
6. S3 is great for portability, Large screen and Lightweight at the same time.
7. those who think S3 design is not good, you have to hold it in your hand, for me i see it very nice ...
8. S3 does not include Polaris office full version or even Photo Editor that comes with note!
9. for now i will keep Using S3, i love it now but maybe if the nostalgia hits, i will use the note also
This is what i think of now...
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Asking out of curiosity, how will you use two phones ?
Alternate days ? Or switch weekly ? Or use both all the time with two seperate Sims ?
I've a sgs2. I want to move to sgs3 because of superior screen and good audio quality. But I don't want to sell my sgs2.
Can't figure out how I'll use both ?
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Asking out of curiosity, how will you use two phones ?
Alternate days ? Or switch weekly ? Or use both all the time with two seperate Sims ?
I've a sgs2. I want to move to sgs3 because of superior screen and good audio quality. But I don't want to sell my sgs2.
Can't figure out how I'll use both ?
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i actually don't use both at the same time. i am using s3 now 99% of the time.
i just cant let it down, i.e. the note ... it was perfect during the previous 6 months... so i may end up playing with it from time to time at home without sim...
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2. Note PEN is unbeatable in all ways... i miss it. it did not work on s3, a special s3 pen is required it seems and it maybe coming soon.
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Well, the S Pen on the Galaxy Note is actually an inductive stylus. The phone itself has the wacom digitizer built-in, that's why it is said to be for the niche market; and not so for the S III. So, only the capacitive stylus is compatible with the S III.
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I think that 4.8" screen is enugh for browsing, gaminig...
In my opinion Note is too big for use with one hand.
I had an AT&T Note for almost a month, but in anticipation for the S3 I returned it. The main reasons I wanted the S3 over the Note:
- Battery: I wasn't happy with the longevity of the Note's battery. I didn't want to have to baby it (constantly monitor RAM/Programs) to get adequate usage out of it. The battery wasn't horrible by any means, but having that big beautiful screen didn't mean as much if you couldn't get enough time out of it on a full charge. (btw I kept everything stock so my exp with the battery pertains to that)
- Size: I tried my best to get used to the large size of the Note, but found that it was just a tad too big for me in the end. The one-handed use of it just wasn't practical for me, even though I did adapt to the size somewhat. Having a hybrid phone/tab was great, but I found that I missed the ease of a smaller device when multi-tasking with my other hand.
Those two factors were what really pushed me towards the S3. I felt the 4.8" would be a perfect match for size/practical use. And the battery sounds like it's definitely a winner too.
Okay I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this. If it isn't and I'm breaking some rules I can only apologize. Since this involves two phones I might post this in two places, also I've asked the same on other forums.
I'm in the market for my first smartphone and I'm on a budget, where I live phones are really expensive so the latest and greatest is out of the question! For example the Galaxy SIII is over 900 USD and no sensible person would spend that much on a phone.
There are two phones that I'm looking at that fit in my budget, the Galaxy S3 Mini and the Galaxy S2 Plus. And I ask the experts, what should I get?
What I'll be using it for other than calling people is text, emails, web browsing and Google Maps. Although it has to have a decent camera and I see the S2+ has the better camera.
I've done some research on my own and it seems that S2+ has better specs except for maybe the GPU. The S3 Mini has 1 GHz dual-core Cortex-A9 NovaThor U8420 and has a Mali-400 GPU. The S2 Plus has a Dual-core 1.2 GHz Broadcom BC28155 and Broadcom VideoCore IV GPU. Not heard anything about the Broadcom chips so I don't know if it is better even if it's clocked higher.
I asked a similar question at another forum where I was recommended the S2+ because even though the S3 Mini has a better pixel density the S2+ screen looks sharper because it uses Super AMOLED Plus screen technology.
What do you say?
Go for the good old s2 (not plus) has a dual core 1.2 exynox pro and a mali-400 (?) Gpu. Has the S-Amoled plus panel and has jelly bean leak (but is super stable)
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Go for the good old s2 (not plus) has a dual core 1.2 exynox pro and a mali-400 (?) Gpu. Has the S-Amoled plus panel and has jelly bean leak (but is super stable)
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I wish I could! That is no longer sold here it seems.
Please ask questions like these here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1620179
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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immortalneo said:
Please ask questions like these here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1620179
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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Ok, thanks. I'll put it there.
Depending on where you live in the world and what baseband your cell carrier uses, you should look into the chinese knock off phones.
They can look like any phone you want. S3 or even s4. They all cost around 200 usd but try to find one with an mtk589 quad core.
Fastcardtech.com sells them.
Or search HDC phones on youtube.
You can also find them on other sites. People just say good things about fastcardtech. They do not have 4g though.
The two samsung phones your looking at, are in about the same category as hdc. Just probably will cost more because of the name.
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Ok, thanks. I'll put it there.
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And please report this thread to the moderators and have it locked.
"To err is human, to forgive is divine"
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S2+ will be a better deal.
My friend got the S3 mini, and the Camera is not up to the mark. The S2+ is better that way. Pixels can be seen on the s3 mini screen, harder to see on s2+.
I would pay more attention to the GPU rather than the CPU. If you're into gaming, then you'd wanna see if your favorite games run smooth on a particular GPU. The CPUs seem pretty good for both (I don't see any scope for lag at all, thanks to the 1GB RAM and dual core along with project butter)...
Since I'm pretty close to my friend who has the s3 mini I have used it considerably ( I have an s2).
These are the disadvantages of the S3 MINI only:
- It is atrocious that there is no automatic brightness! Brightness has to be adjusted manually in different lighting conditions.
- There is no noise-cancellation technology to cut off background noise from your side, during a phone call.
- The camera's burst mode is horrid and not usable. There is motion blur in the captured images! (That defeats the purpose of burst shot)
- No 1080p recording, lack of detail on front camera.
- It isn't really comparable to the S3. You're getting probably only 40-60% of S3 features. Don't buy the S3 mini simply because it has the S3 name tag. It is a different device. If you like it for what it is, then buy it.
But I personally prefer the S2+ as it looks more masculine (assuming you're a guy), it has a better camera, better screen (rich blacks, very colorful), and simply because I have an S2 (Lol jk )
The best thing you could do is to try these 2 devices at a local mobile store and compare them patiently. I know how it hurts when we buy something and then regret it, so take your time.
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i had the S3 mini before i had buyed the S2.
What is good: is fast with the Stock-Rom in Version 4.1.2, all work fine and had a good prize...
What is bad? No Support for CyanogenMod, the driver-sources are not complete out. And exacly this was my argument to selling by ebay and buy a S2
I have it only buyed, while my LG P990 are broken and i require a phone for work.
My fazit: Its only a good phone when its have fully CyanogenMod
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jj_95nano said:
S2+ will be a better deal.
My friend got the S3 mini, and the Camera is not up to the mark. The S2+ is better that way. Pixels can be seen on the s3 mini screen, harder to see on s2+.
I would pay more attention to the GPU rather than the CPU. If you're into gaming, then you'd wanna see if your favorite games run smooth on a particular GPU. The CPUs seem pretty good for both (I don't see any scope for lag at all, thanks to the 1GB RAM and dual core along with project butter)...
Since I'm pretty close to my friend who has the s3 mini I have used it considerably ( I have an s2).
These are the disadvantages of the S3 MINI only:
- It is atrocious that there is no automatic brightness! Brightness has to be adjusted manually in different lighting conditions.
- There is no noise-cancellation technology to cut off background noise from your side, during a phone call.
- The camera's burst mode is horrid and not usable. There is motion blur in the captured images! (That defeats the purpose of burst shot)
- No 1080p recording, lack of detail on front camera.
- It isn't really comparable to the S3. You're getting probably only 40-60% of S3 features. Don't buy the S3 mini simply because it has the S3 name tag. It is a different device. If you like it for what it is, then buy it.
But I personally prefer the S2+ as it looks more masculine (assuming you're a guy), it has a better camera, better screen (rich blacks, very colorful), and simply because I have an S2 (Lol jk )
The best thing you could do is to try these 2 devices at a local mobile store and compare them patiently. I know how it hurts when we buy something and then regret it, so take your time.
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Thanks for that brilliant reply! I'm sorry for keeping this thread alive but I did want to respond.
The camera on the S2+ is certainly attractive. So that alone makes the S2+ tempting!
As for the CPU and GPU they're similar in both devices although it seems that the CPU in the S3 Mini is benchmarked higher but I'm not sure it's actually any better. It's certainly clocked lower.
The GPU on the S3 Mini is better when it comes to games, I can't imagine I'll be playing many graphics heavy games if any so I'm sure in the end the VideoCore will do nicely even though it's rubbish for big games. lol
Neither the S2+ and S3 Mini are like their big brothers but would you say the S2+ is more like the original S2 than the S3 Mini is to the original S3?
Anyway, I was playing around with and Galaxy Ace 2 at work and I found that one really fast and snappy lol so I'm sure the S2+ or the S3 Mini will be brilliant for me LOL
akb8812 said:
Thanks for that brilliant reply! I'm sorry for keeping this thread alive but I did want to respond.
The camera on the S2+ is certainly attractive. So that alone makes the S2+ tempting!
As for the CPU and GPU they're similar in both devices although it seems that the CPU in the S3 Mini is benchmarked higher but I'm not sure it's actually any better. It's certainly clocked lower.
The GPU on the S3 Mini is better when it comes to games, I can't imagine I'll be playing many graphics heavy games if any so I'm sure in the end the VideoCore will do nicely even though it's rubbish for big games. lol
Neither the S2+ and S3 Mini are like their big brothers but would you say the S2+ is more like the original S2 than the S3 Mini is to the original S3?
Anyway, I was playing around with and Galaxy Ace 2 at work and I found that one really fast and snappy lol so I'm sure the S2+ or the S3 Mini will be brilliant for me LOL
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The S2+ camera is good according to reviews. It performs well even in low light and while using flash. Although you can expect noise (image grain) and slightly shaky videos.
There isn't much to complain when it comes to the Broadcom GPU... The old S2 had color banding problems with Mali 400, MAYBE that might not be there on S2+. Also I've seen a number of videos on YouTube in which people with S2+ were playing high performance games with no lag, although one person found a graphic glitch in one particular game (Modern Combat 4). But since you said that you won't really play intensive games, you should be more than happy with the GPU.
Don't go by the benchmarks when it comes to performance. These numbers are easily manipulated. A manufacturer can easily tweak devices to give better benchmark scores just to increase sales. On paper, the S2+ has a better CPU than S3 Mini. Don't worry.
When it comes to similarities, the S2 and S2+ are very similar when compared to the S3 and S3 Mini (which are day and night).
These are the differences between s2 and s2 plus:
- s2 plus gets only 8GB storage over 16 or 32GB in s2.
- s2 plus gets a faster camera.
- s2 plus has optional NFC depending on your region.
- s2 plus gets GLONASS which helps you get faster GPS locks.
- s2 plus is slightly heavier, has a little softer loudspeaker than s2, different GPU and CPU.
Hopefully Samsung might have ironed out all the defects/mistakes they made with the S2. (Pink spot in camera, yellow tint on left side of screen, stutter while recording HD video in varying light conditions, etc.)
But I'm sure there won't be any problems with the S2 plus.
Out of curiosity, I wonder which country you stay in...
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The S2+ camera is good according to reviews. It performs well even in low light and while using flash. Although you can expect noise (image grain) and slightly shaky videos.
There isn't much to complain when it comes to the Broadcom GPU... The old S2 had color banding problems with Mali 400, MAYBE that might not be there on S2+. Also I've seen a number of videos on YouTube in which people with S2+ were playing high performance games with no lag, although one person found a graphic glitch in one particular game (Modern Combat 4). But since you said that you won't really play intensive games, you should be more than happy with the GPU.
Don't go by the benchmarks when it comes to performance. These numbers are easily manipulated. A manufacturer can easily tweak devices to give better benchmark scores just to increase sales. On paper, the S2+ has a better CPU than S3 Mini. Don't worry.
When it comes to similarities, the S2 and S2+ are very similar when compared to the S3 and S3 Mini (which are day and night).
These are the differences between s2 and s2 plus:
- s2 plus gets only 8GB storage over 16 or 32GB in s2.
- s2 plus gets a faster camera.
- s2 plus has optional NFC depending on your region.
- s2 plus gets GLONASS which helps you get faster GPS locks.
- s2 plus is slightly heavier, has a little softer loudspeaker than s2, different GPU and CPU.
Hopefully Samsung might have ironed out all the defects/mistakes they made with the S2. (Pink spot in camera, yellow tint on left side of screen, stutter while recording HD video in varying light conditions, etc.)
But I'm sure there won't be any problems with the S2 plus.
Out of curiosity, I wonder which country you stay in...
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Thanks!
Of course, I don't expect to get a camera on phone that has the same quality as a proper camera.
Yes, I've seen similar videos. I rarely play games but if I do, I have a computer
I'm in Iceland, where top end phones cost around 1000 USD!
akb8812 said:
Thanks!
Of course, I don't expect to get a camera on phone that has the same quality as a proper camera.
Yes, I've seen similar videos. I rarely play games but if I do, I have a computer
I'm in Iceland, where top end phones cost around 1000 USD!
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Haha, I agree
OMG, $1000 can get me a Macbook! You can shop for phones when you go overseas next time.
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Haha, I agree
OMG, $1000 can get me a Macbook! You can shop for phones when you go overseas next time.
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Yeah, it's not cheap living on an island in the North Atlantic. HAHAHA. No idea how much the Macbook is here, probably around 1800-2000.