Hi Xda, i was going to buy a new phone so i just wanted to know should i buy the galaxy nexus, htc sensation xl or pay a bit more and go for the htc one x or galaxy s3 :laugh:
lopman said:
Hi Xda, i was going to buy a new phone so i just wanted to know should i buy the galaxy nexus, htc sensation xl or pay a bit more and go for the htc one x or galaxy s3 :laugh:
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There are threads like these everywhere . You could go around and look at those too. Anyways, it depends on your needs for the device.
Sorry for creating this thread...
I want a phone that is fast, with many costum roms and the phone must be worth the price
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Sorry for creating this thread...
I want a phone that is fast, with many costum roms and the phone must be worth the price
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All of those phones are quite fast and have a lot of development going on. If money is not a major factor, you may want to go with the Galaxy SIII or the One X. The Galaxy Nexus is also pretty good and has great development (for a lower price). The Sensation is a good choice too but it wouldn't be my first .
Ok thanks
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In my opinion Galaxy SIII, it's quit handy as compared to One X
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I was just about to pre-order the HTC One S for $600 bucks but then I started to look at used S2's and I've seen them in mint condition for $350-$400.
Are everyone out there happy with CM9 / ICS on their S2s? Should I punt on the HTC One S for a used S2?
Get the S2. If you want new device get the S3 next month.
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After one year with the SGS2 I don't think I will buy Samsung anymore. don't get me wrong, the sgs2 is great hardware wise and touchwizz isn't all that bad (well the launcher is, horizontal scrolling, seriously who thought of that!? but there are plenty of replacements) but it just doesnt feel as polished as sense
i'd say go for it. mates got a htc one and its so f**kin hideous. seriously, its like it has downs. i can't believe some places are asking £41.00 per month and 29.00 down for the handset...a complete piss take.
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Would go for one s, sense is well polished and has consistent ui
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im a proud owner of galaxy s2 . . honestly i would suggest you to buay one S you know . newwer hardware better astetics on the handset itself . . but this super AMOLED just blow any other screen . . ive compared my galaxy s 2 screen with xperia s's 720p-bravia-engined-screen . . and the owner of this phone still admit that super amoled just look sharper and more colorful . . despite the lower resolution.
sooo just wait for galaxy s3 it will blow away anything on the market . . im sure about that
ow shoot i forgot ONE s use super amoled too -,- but the pentlie one
I will answer for what I surly know.
And...
I was never satisfied about cm9 nor cm7 when comparing to the stock.
of curse cm good if you sacrifice some features. BUT if you want full hardware and softwar harmony, the stock is waaaay better.
if you want to be happy with cm9 you should get galaxy nexus because it's the only device trule open source.
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BAlfa said:
I will answer for what I surly know.
And...
I was never satisfied about cm9 nor cm7 when comparing to the stock.
of curse cm good if you sacrifice some features. BUT if you want full hardware and softwar harmony, the stock is waaaay better.
if you want to be happy with cm9 you should get galaxy nexus because it's the only device trule open source.
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What features do you lose exactly? :/ i can think of **** all.
If you're just going to slap cm9 on it then get the gs2.
got 200 more get ONE S it is faster if you want speed.
wait few months for SIII but will be 300+ more
cm9 works perfect for my needs, its only in development so it will be getting better by days..
one S is now as slim and light as S2.
should have better camera.
research!
atifsh said:
got 200 more get ONE S it is faster if you want speed.
wait few months for SIII but will be 300+ more
cm9 works perfect for my needs, its only in development so it will be getting better by days..
one S is now as slim and light as S2.
should have better camera.
research!
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Everyone says the HTC One S's camera is super awesome but of all the pics I've seen, the S2 looks as good and if not better in some cases.
Also, the 1080p video capture from the S2 looks great.
I've used HTC phones for 3 years, an now im happy with my two samsung galaxy phones. HTC sense is so big, it makes the phones really slow.
heromaster333 said:
I've used HTC phones for 3 years, an now im happy with my two samsung galaxy phones. HTC sense is so big, it makes the phones really slow.
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They scaled it down on latest release apparently
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They scaled it down on latest release apparently
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I'm looking to run ICS (the new update or CM9) on the S2 so that's where I'm making my decision from.
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I'm looking to run ICS (the new update or CM9) on the S2 so that's where I'm making my decision from.
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Then one s, it comes optimizes for ics
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Greetings! First of all sorry for my bad english.
I'm watching this forums for some time but I finally made an account because I need some advice.
I have Galaxy Ace at the moment and I'm in a search for a new android one.
So i got stuck on Xperia S, Galaxy S2 or something 3rd
And I'm not sure if galaxy S2 is still worth buying? Is there any better dual core andorid?
Quad core is just to much at the moment for me and I don't see any reason to get one.
I found HTC one S is a great phone but it's to costly for me and I really don't like HTC phones.
Anybody?
Best dual core android at the moment? Or at least best for its value
The galaxy S II is still a great phone. Depending who your service provider is you could maybe even get some other phones, but the s2 is amazing. It is one of the most durable phones, even though it does feel cheap. It will come with touchwiz so I suggest you put a custom rom on it. The battery life is pretty nice on it. The screen is nice, large and bright. The phone is very nice, with its biggest downfall being it feels rather cheap, but still a trustworthy phone.
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i think too... Galaxy 2 its very good ..
Many thanks!!
Good luck!
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It's a good phone, especially considering how the newer phones have terrible giant screens.
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Samsung Galaxy Note :thumbup:
MikeyMike01 said:
It's a good phone, especially considering how the newer phones have terrible giant screens.
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chintamanijaipuri said:
Samsung Galaxy Note :thumbup:
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Exhibit A.
buy SGS2 i think is the best 2-core mobile on market
What I mean is to which forum are GS2 owners moving?
Is that time of the year when I can change my phone for a new one, but looking at the offer here in Mexico with the two mayor carriers there's nothing to convince me to change my S2.
I think none of them offers a big difference against the S2.
There's the S3 but I'm not paying $600USD for it and I'm not too convinced by the design; no offence but to me it's very girly.
Then we have the Motorola Razzr.
The cons, less internal memory and because of the closed bootloader there's practically no development.
The "good" thing is that apparently it is 4G LTE but I'm not been able to confirm this; the discussion about this doesn't conclude clearly.
At last we have the Xperia S, but it feels to heavy and I'm not crazy about the touch buttons for home, menu and back. They feel not too practical since i had to press several times to made them work.
Both, the razzr and xperia are at a very low price.
So, what to do?
I appreciate your opinions guys.
Thx
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I don't think everyone is moving in one direction.. Everyone is buying different phones all the time. Buy hox?
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I don't think everyone is moving in one direction.. Everyone is buying different phones all the time. Buy hox?
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That would be a great option but so far, the HOX is not available in Mexico.
I guess I just wanna know if there is more people like me who thinks the new models doesn't represent a significant, tangible upgrade.
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Then wait for the S4 (hopefully ) or another worthy upgrade. If are not satisfied by the above named phones, don't buy them, because chances are you won't enjoy them as much...
Though that S3's HW...
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S3 is smooth and good, really good hardware and if you don't buy it because you think the design is for girls... Then you should stay with the manly s2! No seriously? How is it girly designed?
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wish xiaomi would sell their m2 phone here in uk as well, with that specs its even better than s3 for just $300
I have the same feeling as you bro and still don't know why I should upgrade to SIII. I know it's sleek and very smooth but I'm not convinced with the battery.
If NOTE II has up to 4k battery I might be tempted, if not then I'll buy S4.
for now my SII is doing good with jellybean
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norpan111 said:
S3 is smooth and good, really good hardware and if you don't buy it because you think the design is for girls... Then you should stay with the manly s2! No seriously? How is it girly designed?
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Sorry dude, but between the colors and the rounded shape it seems to me that is a phone more for my wife than for me; and lets face it, besides the beast inside it doesn´t have much to offer in design matter.
Thats my point of view.
Jokesy said:
I have the same feeling as you bro and still don't know why I should upgrade to SIII. I know it's sleek and very smooth but I'm not convinced with the battery.
If not NOTE II has up to 4k battery I might be tempted, if not then I'll buy S4.
for now my SII is doing good with jellybean
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Exactly!
It is like changing your car for the newest model just because it now has led tail lights....
It is just an example, but that's the feeling.
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What I mean is to which forum are GS2 owners moving?
Is that time of the year when I can change my phone for a new one, but looking at the offer here in Mexico with the two mayor carriers there's nothing to convince me to change my S2.
I think none of them offers a big difference against the S2.
There's the S3 but I'm not paying $600USD for it and I'm not too convinced by the design; no offence but to me it's very girly.
Then we have the Motorola Razzr.
The cons, less internal memory and because of the closed bootloader there's practically no development.
The "good" thing is that apparently it is 4G LTE but I'm not been able to confirm this; the discussion about this doesn't conclude clearly.
At last we have the Xperia S, but it feels to heavy and I'm not crazy about the touch buttons for home, menu and back. They feel not too practical since i had to press several times to made them work.
Both, the razzr and xperia are at a very low price.
So, what to do?
I appreciate your opinions guys.
Thx
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My feelings about S3 are same as yours...
I'll advice you to get going with ur S2 and wait for some Amazing Blast in Android...
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Apparently the HOX is going to be available in my country this month.
I think this one convince me more than the S3.
Let's see the price...
At this moment I decided to keep my S2, which will receive JB in a couple months.
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jpdediego said:
Apparently the HOX is going to be available in my country this month.
I think this one convince me more than the S3.
Let's see the price...
At this moment I decided to keep my S2, which will receive JB in a couple months.
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I feel the hox is worse than the s3. No sd slot, no removable battery..
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jpdediego said:
Apparently the HOX is going to be available in my country this month.
I think this one convince me more than the S3.
Let's see the price...
At this moment I decided to keep my S2, which will receive JB in a couple months.
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I personally dislike HTC one x because HTC went the Apple way in that phone.
-It doesn't have expandable memory and in my country they only sell 16g version.
-battery life is poorer than my SII and yet I can't buy an extra one simple because HTC has locked the battery down and it's not user replaceable.
-I checked my friend's own and it was a shame that the multitasking issues people are talking about was true.
-I hate their s-on, s-off bootloader policy
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Jokesy said:
I personally dislike HTC one x because HTC went the Apple way in that phone.
-It doesn't have expandable memory and in my country they only sell 16g version.
-battery life is poorer than my SII and yet I can't buy an extra one simple because HTC has had picked the battery down.
-I checked my friend's own and it was a shame that the multitasking issues people are talking about was true.
-I hate their s-on, s-off bootloader policy
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I haven't take a look at it's forum but I will.
Any way, as you say, those are very disappointed specs
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Then after all this discussion, u should be happy with ur S2 which will probably receive JellyBean in next months...
Happy Waiting..
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Keep it!
A friend at work just bought S3 and he regrets it ALOT after owning an S2, he asked me if i wanna switch with him but i said no. I think S3 is a bit to big. It has some nice features but im still in love with my S2. I think you should keep it still.
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Then after all this discussion, u should be happy with ur S2 which will probably receive JellyBean in next months...
Happy Waiting..
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I guess I will!
Haha
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Yuppp
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Jokesy said:
I have the same feeling as you bro and still don't know why I should upgrade to SIII. I know it's sleek and very smooth but I'm not convinced with the battery.
If NOTE II has up to 4k battery I might be tempted, if not then I'll buy S4.
for now my SII is doing good with jellybean
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Although I think that will be a dream that's what I would say, too.
It make no sense to upgrade to S3: waste of money.
I just came up with another option:
Get a new tablet =)
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I need another tab been eyeing the sammy 10.1 i got a tf101 and i love it but wife always steals it
Hello.
So, Yeah. I'm going to get something new.
After I had unfortunate accident when my Droid RAZR broke in my pocket without any crash, I'm receiving new one for warranty and decide to change something, because I hate when phone breaks without reason
I live in Poland, so I need something that reach europe.
What I need... Specs comparable with RAZR (CPU and RAM. Some nice GPU would also be nice), Screen at least same quality as it and overall nice quality.
It would be also welcome to be easily moddable with decent amount of Custom ROMs for it. Official/Unofficial CM support is also welcome.
And one more thing. No SGS2. I'm tired of it.
So. Any propositions?
Thanks in advance!
Galaxy S II is old, why would anyone suggest it with the Galaxy S III is out? If you're tired of Samsung then go for an HTC One X. If not, the Samsung Galaxy S III is waiting to love you. I'd suggest a Nexus but you seem to be pretty content with rooting and ROMs so I guess it isn't necessary.
How about Galaxy Note 2? Supposed to be announced at end of month
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If you like rooting and roming, go with the Nexus. Otherwise, Galaxy S III or One X.
Ooh, go for the Xperia gx. Actually, scratch that. I don't think it's available in Europe yet... maybe the acro s... damn I'm not really sure when it comes to Europe.
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go for the one X, but rooting it might be a bit difficult, if so, then go with a nexus!
I would suggest a Galaxy Nexus. Nexus devices always get the official updates first and will be supported for a long time (for example: Nexus S got JellyBean, Galaxy S which has almost the same hardware has not even gotten official ICS...)
Get Galaxy Note 2. It will be released in few days.
Galaxy s3 is an awesome choice too.
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The nexus s is very close in spec to your RAZR. The camera isn't as nice, but fantastic device none the less. You can get them cheap right now too.
The SGS3 is an incredible device. It blows away the RAZR in performance from every angle.
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Nexus does not have good camera.
Either go for HTC One S .. !!
Htc one x if u can live without external memory.
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the Galaxy Nexus is awesome and includes real stock jelly bean!!! (http://www.google.com/nexus/#/galaxy)
the Samsung Galaxy 3 i an awesome phone!
the HTC One X is Amazingly strong!!
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Nexus does not have good camera.
Either go for HTC One S .. !!
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The nexus does not have a good camera, but if you get one knowing that, the rest of the device is superb.
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Thanks for all replies. I think that I'll go with Nexus. However I've got one question about it. I heard that it doesn't have Gorilla Glass display. Can anyone say something about its resistance for little scratches?
Nexus S
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Can someone tell me why is Nexus S is why so much preferred when Galaxy S3 is far costlier than it ?
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Acuap said:
Thanks for all replies. I think that I'll go with Nexus. However I've got one question about it. I heard that it doesn't have Gorilla Glass display. Can anyone say something about its resistance for little scratches?
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It doesn't have a gorilla glass display??
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htc one x
If you can get a Galaxy S III go for it because Samsung just came out with the official jelly bean OTA , otherwise Galaxy Nexus ftw...
The Galaxy Nexus does not have a gorilla glass display , only a scratch resistant one...I haven't really tested mine by putting it in my pocket with my keys lol, but If you get a decent screen protector you won't have any problems...
Gorilla Glass is a big plus , but its a small price to pay for the software experience you're getting out of this phone...Pure AOSP Android experience , you will get the latest updates FIRST, and not have to wait like with the SIII for example...or any other phone for that matter...
Plus its a pretty powerful phone..well worth its money right now if you don't care about the mediocre camera...(which I personally think is fine...1080p video at 30fps , with decent lighting it records great... Photos are OK as well so...)
OR if you're good at waiting you can wait for the new nexus to come out that might have a GG display, but Google hasn't even announced it officially yet so...
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I am buying a phone. Should I wait for galaxy s4 ? It's releasing on March 15 ? or should i go for HTC ONE X + ? or are there any other suggestions
SIII or SIII 4G are really fantastic I am very happy with it
not sure SIV for march
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I would wait for an S4 and either choose that or an S3 at reduced price.
Nope wait for S5 .
jje
Why wait? There will always be a better phone. Learn to settle with the one that pleases you.
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The S2 is still being supported by Samsung and developers now, and in terms of Android its old... Just get the S3, its a great phone, you can't go wrong.
If you can wait for S4 and if you want to buy right now then go for Note 2. It's great device.
TheCraig said:
The S2 is still being supported by Samsung and developers now, and in terms of Android its old... Just get the S3, its a great phone, you can't go wrong.
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S3 is mine, i'm very happy ! It's very good phone you know...
It would be stupid buying a gs3 now knowing that the gs4 is only a few months away. Not to mention all the other new phones coming out at mwc. Wait until then and compare it with all the other 1080p phones before deciding.
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xperia z, definitely