Apologies if this has been covered to death. I scanned many recent threads but couldn't find much.
My aging desire z is getting on my tits and was wandering if the s2 is still a viable modern handset. I know that the community is still very active but can't help thinking I'd be better off going for a nexus of some sort. Stock android is not a worry as it'll get flashed anyway.
I know the old view of 'get the best you can afford' applies, but money is short
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MarkyG82 said:
Apologies if this has been covered to death. I scanned many recent threads but couldn't find much.
My aging desire z is getting on my tits and was wandering if the s2 is still a viable modern handset. I know that the community is still very active but can't help thinking I'd be better off going for a nexus of some sort. Stock android is not a worry as it'll get flashed anyway.
I know the old view of 'get the best you can afford' applies, but money is short
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Well, there are plenty of developers who put their time in making roms etc., so that's not a problem. If you want your phone to be updated faster, you have to buy a Nexus phone. It's all up to you, asking here will give you mixed results (or no answer at all).
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MarkyG82 said:
Apologies if this has been covered to death. I scanned many recent threads but couldn't find much.
My aging desire z is getting on my tits and was wandering if the s2 is still a viable modern handset. I know that the community is still very active but can't help thinking I'd be better off going for a nexus of some sort. Stock android is not a worry as it'll get flashed anyway.
I know the old view of 'get the best you can afford' applies, but money is short
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Still viable
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Galaxy S2 is still a very viable phone.
Well that's 3 good answers with 100% success rate. Ill take it
Gonna go hunting for one @ the weekend.
Thanks guys.
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MarkyG82 said:
Well that's 3 good answers with 100% success rate. Ill take it
Gonna go hunting for one @ the weekend.
Thanks guys.
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Definitely a good decision.
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Just hit the damn help button if I helped you.
S2 is a great choice. Just got mine in October, and it still can live up to the S3 and Nexus 4 in terms of everyday use.
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MarkyG82 said:
Apologies if this has been covered to death. I scanned many recent threads but couldn't find much.
My aging desire z is getting on my tits and was wandering if the s2 is still a viable modern handset. I know that the community is still very active but can't help thinking I'd be better off going for a nexus of some sort. Stock android is not a worry as it'll get flashed anyway.
I know the old view of 'get the best you can afford' applies, but money is short
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Answering your money question, the s2 is still a duel core 1.2ghz 1gig ram phone.. apart from optimization/framerate issues on the latest games (jellybean leak) the overall capabilitys of tha s2 are good yo
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Thanks guys. Typing from my shiny i9100 as we speak. And loving already.
I have a question about flashing. I use Linux so will be flashing with heimdall. What I want to know is do I have to flash a stock ics/jb Rom first or can i go straight for custom fun? I used to flash my sgs1 with odin and cwm so understand the whole download mode and the like.
Cheers.
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Is there a version of ICS for GS that looks like the Nexus one? Ive had this phone for a day and i hate the TouchWiz UI. I even saw that the update will be ICS but look EXACTLY the same as it does now . Thanks.
This phone is sick!!
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Try CyanogenMod9. Pure AOSP experience.
Congrats on owning the best Android device!
Logged using an SGS2 type droid while floating in CheckROM quadrant on a research mission.......
Thanks mate, ive just come over from Sony Ericcson X8 (the cheapest android on the market) and i was running an 'almost' fully working cm9 on it lol (very good devs)
So now im about to start the process of rooting and all that jazz...
Obviously im slightly nervous as its brand new... Hopefully it wont go wrong
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Try CyanogenMod9. Pure AOSP experience.
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Yep
but PLEASE, if you do, read the dev thread (1st post especially) and the discussion thread - find out what works and what doesnt - too many people dont bother to do this and keep asking the same questions over and over and over and over......
good luck!
Hi, I am having trouble deciding on which phone to buy. I can get the S2 for 60 dollars cheaper. I am just wondering what are your thoughts ? I know there are threads like this already, but I just want some opinions. Thanks alot guys !
S2 is better. There was similar thread in Q&A why, maybe you'll find it
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S2 is better. There was similar thread in Q&A why, maybe you'll find it
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Well, the only difference between the two would probably be the HD screen and the camera. The Nexus is probably more future proof though. In your opinion, what would you go for?
Go for S2 or S3 if you like big screen ..cheers
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You know, I also had to make decision - S2, Nexus, S2, Nexus... and I choosed S2.
Nexus has no microSD slot, which is important to me.
I'm using CyanogenMod as a daily ROM, then I don't need official updates so much.
But, that's only my opinion.
Go for Nexus.
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Go for Nexus.
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Any advantages?
My personal opinion would be the Galaxy Nexus, because it's going to get updates for years. The S2 is already a bit forgotten by Samsung in my opinion. The Nexus is pure Android without any other companies making their own "version". Remember that this is all my personal opinion.
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MAFA1005 said:
My personal opinion would be the Galaxy Nexus, because it's going to get updates for years. The S2 is already a bit forgotten by Samsung in my opinion. The Nexus is pure Android without any other companies making their own "version". Remember that this is all my personal opinion.
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Thanks for the advice guys ! I think I will go for the nexus for the updates and development
I am going to be cutting my ties to big red and am going to get a gnote1 from Swappa or somewhere (attention version) and go to straight Talk. I have read through lots of threads and I think with the gnote2 coming soon I would just get a great deal on the gnote1.
So my question is to the people or even the developers. Would you stick with the 1 or go to the 2. Will Samsung support this device for awhile?
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Well if you're looking for a 1, try canadagsm.ca. $525
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Well if you're looking for a 1, try canadagsm.ca. $525
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Swappa has them rooted for less than 4
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And they are all over craigslist for less than $200. Use a little common sense here. Once the Note2 is released many Devs and Recognized Contributors will move on. That is a fact of life here on XDA. It has and will always be this way. So development will slow but there will be development. Samsung has spoken that there should be a JB release for this phone. Not much more that can be said.
Galaxy Note
Samsung will at least support Jelly Bean - past that, I don't know. That being said, it's a great phone with a lot of potential, could definitely last you a while. I'm not sure when the Note 2 is coming out, but I've seen rumors of an Oct 24 release. When that day hits, you might see a larger drop in note 1 prices.
Thank you for your responses. I ended up getting one. I am loving it so far. For what I have read there seems to be lots of emphasis on kernels and "modems"?
I am familiar with flashing roms and flashing kernels for a rom. But not modems?
I just downloaded cm9 so well see how it goes.
Again thank you for your responses
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If you have no issues with your phone or data connection then there is no reason to flash a modem. If it is working, don't mess with it. Kernels are really only needed for another level of customization or to overclock. If the custom ROM you install does well then again feel fortunate and leave it alone. If there are issues then others in the ROMs thread and even the Dev will recommend kernels to try.
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If you have no issues with your phone or data connection then there is no reason to flash a modem. If it is working, don't mess with it. Kernels are really only needed for another level of customization or to overclock. If the custom ROM you install does well then again feel fortunate and leave it alone. If there are issues then others in the ROMs thread and even the Dev will recommend kernels to try.
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I will keep this in mind. Thanks for your knowledge. I am new to Samsung so I am not sure about certain things. I have owned all htc devices. So I am on a steep learning curve.
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Hi, I was interested in building an ICS ROM for the galaxy player 4.2. After compiling ICS from the source, what steps do you need to take to make it into a ROM?
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I'm afraid it's not THAT simple. AFAIK, there is a lot of work to be done before a booting ICS can be achieved. If you have no prior experience in android ROM development, I don't think this is a task you should take up right now. ICS compiled from the AOSP will not work on the 4.2 without modification and an ICS kernel, both of which are far beyond my current technological skill. Also this should be in general. Yes, I know it IS development related, but this IS a development site. Questions belong in the general thread. Thanks.
Odp: Developing ROMs?
Well starting by practice is good way imo. I did so But wothout knowledge, you have to be extremely patient
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I understand, maybe I can look at how it was achieved on the other players and it might be similar?
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I wouldn't look at the other players, as the 4.2 is pretty different from the 4 and 5. Try finding another Samsung product with similar hardware. Example: the galaxy player 5.0 is very similar to the SGS i9000 , Nexus S (crespo), and GTab p1000.
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Okay, but I'm pretty sure the 4.2 is similar to nexus s?
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Compare specs. Find out.
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Odp: Developing ROMs?
by specs our devices are quite similar, by kernel etc. less but still similar.
I think that good and interesting way of learning is to add same/similar modifications as on crespo/aries and try to understand how does it accually work.
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Thanks for the help guys. I'm quite busy at the moment catching up with school work, I'll see what I can do this weekend.
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Hell, the 4.2 might even get an official update. Unlikely, but possible. IDK if Samsung has made a statement about this, but it only came out last year. (I think)
I called Samsung and asked about official updates and they said the 4.2 won't be getting any because the specs aren't good enough....
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I called Samsung and asked about official updates and they said the 4.2 won't be getting any because the specs aren't good enough....
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Thats a lie. there was a device called the Galaxy Music that had an 800 mHz processor that got JB.
Samsung wont update the galaxy players because they are much cheaper compared to phones (take the s3 for example, it costs 700-800 bucks if you get it without a contract)
I'd suggest reading through the following threads if you haven't already. Then ask about the specific parts there you're not understanding.
[GUIDE] How to port ROMs to the Galaxy Players
[Guide]Rom Development for Dummies (and a few other things)
And I found this one that describes the complete process for the aospa rom. You should be able to adapt the details for whatever rom you're working on.
[GUIDE][AOSPA:v3.+] How to Compile AOSPA from Source : + Support and Maintenance
That won't work until there is a working ICS kernel though. And even after that is completed, work will need to be done on the ROM.
I loved this phone is did a lot of research and reviewed videos on this phone before I got it and it looked beast. I'm disappointed that there is SO LITTLE development with this phone, I'm thinking about switching to a more popular phone that everyone actually knows and cares to build roms for and support I really like this phone ,but again it just needs way more attention for me. Anyone else feels this way?
PhonePhan said:
I loved this phone is did a lot of research and reviewed videos on this phone before I got it and it looked beast. I'm disappointed that there is SO LITTLE development with this phone, I'm thinking about switching to a more popular phone that everyone actually knows and cares to build roms for and support I really like this phone ,but again it just needs way more attention for me. Anyone else feels this way?
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Patience is key. You can't force a dev to make a ROM or "develop" for a device. They have lives as well. Everything is pretty close to being here.
Besides if your not likening the "Development" you can always try and make a ROM buddy. Then maybe you can see how its not done overnight.
Oh look this thread again
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On the One X we went months before we had what we have here. Locked boot loader, an unrootable stock release and no source.
How can you call the Free Gee project and the N4 conversion and such slow development? /boggle
I felt the same way at first, and I am probably going to buy the moto X phone or the gsIV, but right now you just gotta find a room you like and settle into it.
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Btw I came to this phone from the sgs3. A huge dev section isn't the only thing to base buying a phone.on. this phone has some sweet hardware. Excellent build quality, and awesome speed. I'm in love.
@Phonephan, I totally hear where you're coming from. I would have hoped for more options by now as well, but I knew what I was getting into when I picked this bad boy up and that there was the chance its potential would go unrealized. However, Rome wasn't built in a day and there have been some unique challenges that some very good developers are about to overcome. Our empire is about to be built! We've already got a solid JB build that doesn't require conversion thanks to SnowLeopardJB. There are a couple solid ICS ROM's as well (shout out to team nocturnal, nygfan, etc.) The real treats are just around the corner and if you check in to the irc chat room you will see just how close. Hang in there bro, you'll be glad you did.
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PhonePhan said:
I loved this phone is did a lot of research and reviewed videos on this phone before I got it and it looked beast. I'm disappointed that there is SO LITTLE development with this phone, I'm thinking about switching to a more popular phone that everyone actually knows and cares to build roms for and support I really like this phone ,but again it just needs way more attention for me. Anyone else feels this way?
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You need an N4. Oh wait this phone can become one... What are you looking for that the existing custom stock roms or conversion don't provide?
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You need an N4. Oh wait this phone can become one... What are you looking for that the existing custom stock roms or conversion don't provide?
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Nexus 4 with GPS and LTE.
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whats a rom?
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whats a rom?
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half of a rom-com?
XsMagical said:
whats a rom?
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Something that wasn't built in a day?
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Ah well I've never built one of those. All mine take a few hours
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This thread needs to get closed before things get ugly...
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A rom is a pile of code that makes my sh!t look cooler than the dude's phone next to me... aka, bragging rights!
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There are devs lurking, just be patient and see what happens. Until then go convert your Optimus G to an N4 like others have stated..
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Funny to think that just a few years ago modifying the OS on your phone was not an option. Now folks cry when they don't have 100 variations of the same base rom within a week or two.
Maybe buy a device you like next time. Or wait longer and not buy the device on launch day, that way you can give the dev community time to work thereby ensuring you get an active community to take care of your flashing fix.
Why exactly do you feel the need to tell us that you're leaving? Did you do any development? Write any documentation? Are you afraid we wouldn't notice you were gone?
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Seriously!? We have an ICS phone that developers have transformed into an upgraded nexus 4. Other developers have domesticated foreign JB Roms so well that this phone has every feature enabled today. We may only have a few topics... But major progress happens in them. This is the height of Android options with native pure Google and branded on the most recent versions.
You can install Roms from 3 forums onto this phone... US OG, Intl OG and N4.
The conversion will really pay off in six months when this is the first device with SD card and full android 5 while every other phone has gmail 5... Converted to 4.1
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Okay...
Didn't see that coming. If you look at my post I said I'm possibly getting a new phone not telling you I am and I was asking people if they felt the same. Also it's been months since its release so the fact that it's only 2 real ROMs for this phone makes me upset no, disrespect to devs obviously but it does seem like this phone is getting like no attention and it's one if the best phones out. Converting to n4 is a bit too much just to enjoy this phone. This phone was meant to be an LGOG not a nexus ..it would have been named nexus
Anyways that was just a thought/concern I had about the phone.. Don't see why people are offended?
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Nobody bothered to develop ICS Roms other than pretty much stock based ones since we were promised Jelly Bean so early and obviously that didn't happen. Once Jelly Bean gets officially released, I know the devs will be all over it and Roms won't be an issue. The nexus 4 conversion is easy to do, I did it intoxicated twice. So either do that or just be patient. We're just waiting on AT&T now
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