I didn't want to update to the S3 b/c they made it a dual core phone in America. So I'm waiting for a quad core or better upgrade to the GalaxyS2.
get the note 2! it's quad core.
Note 2 will be next phone
Prolly the s4 but ill play the note 2 to see if I like it.
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I agree with you, the S3 is a nice phone but not a huge upgrade from this phone unless you are in one of those few areas with lte already. Note2 is too big for me. I think the Nokia Windows 8 phones are nice, wonder if they will go Android in the future as well. Heck Windows 8 may end up being awesome. Android can be frustrating at times.
I think I'll be speaking for a lot of people in a wimax market / non wimax market without network vision coming in till next year...
Not upgrading until LTE + NV upgrades improve data speeds.
SO probably not till the S4 or any other highly competitive / powerful phone next summer when network vision is going to hit or will hit the majority of the sprint network along with 800mhz + clearwire TD LTE 2.5-2.6ghz starting to become active.
I'll skip the S3 since I really don't see much of a Diff from my S2 to warrant an upgrade at this time. Bring on the S4!!! LOL
I'll probably wait til the s4. The feature I'm waiting for the most is the camera. I want faster focus and burst shot, and last but certainly not least, a lens that is MUCH better in low light. It has to be equal or better than the iphone 5's.
I agree, buying a LTE phone that doesn't support 800mhz LTE band is pretty dumb.
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Ill be either going with the note 2 or the LG optimus g(next nexus) the optimus on sprint is 4.7" true HD IPS screen with 1280x768 resolution snapdragon s4 pro 1.5ghz quad core, 2gb ram, 13mp rear cam, 1.3mp ffc, 2100mah battery. Specs are close to the note 2 minus the smaller screen and the note 2 has a 3100mah battery, otherwise the specs are pretty close. Google's new nexus affiliate program looks like we may have a plethora of nexus phones to choose from, they just have to meet minimum hardware requirements and have any 3rd party UIs or apps as a separate install thru a theme manager, so it ships with aosp and then u can choose to add sense, TWiz, blur etc.
We are legion, for we are many.
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I'm gonna get the next nexus, just easier to get solid updates like klp and whatever dessert starts with the letter L.
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Easy peasy lemon squeezy.
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I'm gonna get the next nexus, just easier to get solid updates like klp and whatever dessert starts with the letter L.
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The nexus is apparently shipping on android 4.2, however it is still unknown if 4.2 is a JellyBean update or if it will be Key Lime Pie, as quickly after JB was released to the nexus release I'm guessing 4.2 is going to just be an update to JB to add the stylus function and a few other new functions to aosp that were previously manufacturer specific(included in 3rd party UIs) to allow for the nexus affiliate program to move forward and the UIs just needing the launcher/Widgets/apps installed instead of an entire rom needing to be flashed through the system manager
We are legion, for we are many.
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Next Nexus not the LG Optimus Nexus G (hope new Nexus program is forbreal) or whatever Flagship is available by February 2013 :beer:
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Next Nexus not the LG Optimus Nexus G (hope new Nexus program is forbreal) or whatever Flagship is available by February 2013 :beer:
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There are rumors that around 25 nexus branded devices from the new program will be available between now and q1 of 2013, some phones, some tablets and some media devices. I'm hoping they make a nexus version of the note 2 since it meets the spec requirements it would only need an aosp version to qualify for the nexus branding
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I'm waiting until I see something that impresses me... so far I'm not impressed.
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I'm waiting until I see something that impresses me... so far I'm not impressed.
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this, exactly.
i get a new device every year (at a minimum), as a rule. i was an htc fan for some time, but (coming from the EVO) the evo3d just did not impress at all, so jumped to sammy this year, with a bit of hesitation. no real regrets so far...
but so far this year, the GS3 seems a nice bump, but not a true step forward.
the HTC X series seems nice (for HW reasons), as a possibility, or possibly the Note 2.
but nothing i've seen in the last few months really grabs my balls and demands attention.
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this, exactly.
i get a new device every year (at a minimum), as a rule. i was an htc fan for some time, but (coming from the EVO) the evo3d just did not impress at all, so jumped to sammy this year, with a bit of hesitation. no real regrets so far...
but so far this year, the GS3 seems a nice bump, but not a true step forward.
the HTC X series seems nice (for HW reasons), as a possibility, or possibly the Note 2.
but nothing i've seen in the last few months really grabs my balls and demands attention.
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You sound like me. I dropped that Evo3d ASAP and got a GS2 though. Prior to that I had an Evo 4g Touch pro 2, Touch Pro, Mogul, Apache me and HTC went way back, but the Sprint S2 killed that love in a blink of an eye. Straight Talk and my S3 killed my love for Sprint....Pending LTE deployment in my neck of the woods. I am in love with this S3. At first I had bad experiences with the battery life, but after I installed the XDA battery life fix I get battery well over 10 hours and in emergency situations I have seen it get over a day worth of battery life with the screen using 3 hours of that time.
Im definitely waiting on the S4. I just hope that the battery life will match my current device the s3. Hoping there is a15 quad core upgraded GFX and the jaw dropping 3gb of ram. Only thing I am worried about is flash compatibility. That was one of my main reasons
I'm waiting on something noticeably better when it comes to specs and build quality. My contract was up 2 months ago, but theirs nothing out there worthy of upgrading to. The Optimus G looks good spec wise, but the build quality is questionable. I'm hoping HTC gets their act together and continues improving their uni body designs.
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Is the nexus going to be the next big thing? And thus in regards to roms and themes etc. is it going to have lots of devs on board? I'm in the market right now for a phone but the only thing stopping me from getting a nexus is the lack of mods. So that's either because it is so new or people don't actually like it. So is it worth getting this phone and waiting for 3rd party stuff to come out? As I really don't care about the average ICS features they talk about.
It's too new. It's the next damn Nexus phone, it's the ICS reference phone, it already has plenty of developers. But it's a low newer than the SII.
As stated before, its too new. Sure, the SGSII sold about 1 million units in less than a month but you gotta take into consideration that Samsung brung in new technology and the Galaxy Nexus is pretty much an upgraded SGSII with AOSP. SuperAMOLED HD & an LED notification are the 2 main features that made me want this phone, plus the design is alot sleaker than first anticipated. Also, Google phones are developer phones. So people tend to not go for dev phones even though its alot easier to use than Bloatwiz.
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sales wise the galaxy nexus will NOT surpass the GS2
as far as development, community and modding goes, that it will surpass simply because the nexus is the go to device for the fast majority of major developers around here.
in any case except software there is not much to write about in Galaxy Nexus, its more or less the same hardware specs as SGS2 which is almost an year old now.
Now that ICS is showcased, there should be much better hardware coming up (in a matter of months) which would be FAR BETTER!
There is hardly anything to write about in this hardware, but coming up are the 1.5/2 GHz - quad core CPUs and that would make for the REAL deal
Unfortunately, the nexus Galaxy S handset will blow the Nexus out the water sales-wise as Samsung will plug it like hell
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in any case except software there is not much to write about in Galaxy Nexus, its more or less the same hardware specs as SGS2 which is almost an year old now.
Now that ICS is showcased, there should be much better hardware coming up (in a matter of months) which would be FAR BETTER!
There is hardly anything to write about in this hardware, but coming up are the 1.5/2 GHz - quad core CPUs and that would make for the REAL deal
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Uh.. have you taken a look at CES 2012? many companies announced upcoming phones. All of them with the exception of the Huawei one are being launched with Gingerbread upgradable to Ice Cream Sandwich. This will take months to do. Not to mention, manufacturer skins will ruin the stock ICS experience.
Sure tablets are coming out with quad-cores. But all in honesty, this is a phone, not a computer. Quad core is nice, yes. But it's still a phone.
Galaxy Nexus won't be big as the S2 in terms of sales. It never will be. Nexus devices are focused towards Android enthusiastics that want the stock experience. It is not a device that is mainstream (not the device everyone will notice). Which is what makes the device so cool and unique with it's sleek design.
Galaxy Nexus will have major support from developers. We've already have numerous developers who are putting work and effort into ROMs and kernels including Ezekeel (his works from the Nexus S and kernel expertise), Franco (kernel), morfic (in progress with donations), supercurio (Voodoo) and so on. Several CM devs also have the phone.
Why do you think Clockwork Recovery Touch Enabled was built first for the GN? Get the phone if modding / ROMs is your thing. The phone's just going to get bigger as it slowly gets expanded onto U.S. carriers (whenever..)
I don't understand ur point and most probably there is none anyway
Matter of months you see much better hardware, we will both be here I'll post ..HTC Samsung are both coming up with their next Gen phones.
Galaxy nexus is an year old spec almost, and regarding OS - almost everyone is rooting their nexus devices - so u root a much better hardware spec device and port a fully functional ICS rom on them and you're there!
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Actually he made very good points. Coming from an iPhone the galaxy nexus was the only option. I won't deal with lack of upgrades and bloatware anymore
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I don't understand ur point and most probably there is none anyway
Matter of months you see much better hardware, we will both be here I'll post ..HTC Samsung are both coming up with their next Gen phones.
Galaxy nexus is an year old spec almost, and regarding OS - almost everyone is rooting their nexus devices - so u root a much better hardware spec device and port a fully functional ICS rom on them and you're there!
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Next generation phones? The lineup of these phones at ces were not that impressive, and I doubt I'll be impressed at mwc. Also 99% of these phones will be on gingerbread
Nexus devices will always be the best choice for me because I enjoy the pure android experience without bloatware and easy unlock.
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February!! ICS!! Quad core!!
http://crave.cnet.co.uk/mobiles/samsung-galaxy-s3-here-february-with-3d-720p-screen-50006516/
Most likely 1.5 ghz!!
What are you talking about? Deluded?
Or because you bought nexus it is the best device??
It is an year old hardware, I've bought it for some reasons but anyone who can afford to ..should wait a month or two to get the real deal!
I just gave Samsung s3 a mighty upgrade from HTC is also coming up real soon!
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February!! ICS!! Quad core!!
http://crave.cnet.co.uk/mobiles/samsung-galaxy-s3-here-february-with-3d-720p-screen-50006516/
Most likely 1.5 ghz!!
What are you talking about? Deluded?
Or because you bought nexus it is the best device??
It is an year old hardware, I've bought it for some reasons but anyone who can afford to ..should wait a month or two to get the real deal!
I just gave Samsung s3 a mighty upgrade from HTC is also coming up real soon!
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I bought a Galaxy Nexus because it is a nexus device. I do not care for Galaxy S3 because it uses a manufacturer skin causing delays when it comes to updates. Not to mention, S3 is announced and will probably not arrive to the states until Summer or Fall 2012.
Galaxy nexus hardware is definitely not outdated. Quad cores, what's the use of them if android os isn't optimized to be used with those four cores?
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ktoalz6PbXc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
I don't think it is sure it came out last year in December , and I'm one of those people the switch phones a lot, I had the BB, htc hero, evo 4G, the thunderbolt, iPhone 4, epic , nexus s 4g, evo 3d, epic touch, iPhone 4s and now the galaxy nexus, I admited i have made some stupid mistakes but I'm palming to stay with my galaxy nexus and my iPhone 4S( might sell this one tho cause I got offer $500). Anyways I just wanted to posted this cause a lot people here is thinking about the GS3 which in reality is not the biggest upgrade IMO... Anyways how many phones how you own in the last 2 years( I would say 2 years cause thats how long contracts are in the US.
Phones are like computers....obsolete by the time they make it to store shelves.
Actually, they become obsolete even faster than computers.
NO.
It's a Nexus B-)
How come my nexus won't fit in my floppy disk drive? Serious.
let it be.
No its not obsolete, its like saying the Ferrari enzo is obsolete now because the 458 Italian is out.
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This video sums up everything I believe in Android device "Fragmentation".
Duh, of course the Android 4.0.4 Galaxy Nexus has been made obsolete by the Android 4.0.4 Galaxy S III...
It's development community is what keeps the phone relevant. Take a look at the g1.its dead now but it lasted for a long time
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Phones are like computers....obsolete by the time they make it to store shelves.
Actually, they become obsolete even faster than computers.
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I wonder when we will be building our phones..
Not at all...
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Is the galaxy nexus obsolete now?
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Obsolete definition: No longer produced or used; out of date
Well the Galaxy Nexus is still being produced by google and used by us so the first part wouldn't even apply.
As for the "out of date" part? I'd have to say no...
+ Latest OS (ics)
+ Latest screen technology (super amoled hd)
+ Dual core processor (try finding a quad core in the states ... cant be done)
+ Guaranteed OS updates before any other newer devices (jellybean)
+ Best developer community
- Out of date camera (not a photographer and even if I was I'd use a dslr instead)
- Out of date battery size (buy a spare off Amazon for $8 and keep it in your pocket)
Its a niche market device. People who want Nexus phones will buy Nexus phones because they know what they are.
Until the next Nexus phone comes out, this is my phone.
I must be blind but to me the camera on the Nexus is great.
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I determine a phone to be obsolete when it no longer has any manufacturer support. My sgs4g is obsolete to me because it will never see another official update of any kind. My nexus will see them so its not obsolete.
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I must be blind but to me the camera on the Nexus is great.
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It all depends on what you expect from your phone's camera. Me? I have a bag with over $2000 worth of camera gear in it. When I want to take pics, I use that. When I take pics on my phone, I really only want to grab something quick. So my standards aren't high for my phone.
Have they come a long way and are they better on newer phones? Absolutely. I guess it just doesn't really matter to some (read: me). I've taken what I think to be nice pics.
Quality picture taking (regardless of the equipment) is all about lighting.
no not even close
Sure the HTC One series and SIII are really nice devices but the Gnex is still amazing by any standard. We will also have, I believe, the best developer support be it Google themselves or 3rd party.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ktoalz6PbXc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
I don't think it is sure it came out last year in December , and I'm one of those people the switch phones a lot, I had the BB, htc hero, evo 4G, the thunderbolt, iPhone 4, epic , nexus s 4g, evo 3d, epic touch, iPhone 4s and now the galaxy nexus, I admited i have made some stupid mistakes but I'm palming to stay with my galaxy nexus and my iPhone 4S( might sell this one tho cause I got offer $500). Anyways I just wanted to posted this cause a lot people here is thinking about the GS3 which in reality is not the biggest upgrade IMO... Anyways how many phones how you own in the last 2 years( I would say 2 years cause thats how long contracts are in the US.
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Depends on how you look at it. If you view the Nexus for what it is...a developer phone with an unlockable bootloader that serves as Google's reference device for the current version of Android, then the only thing that can make a Nexus obsolete would be the next Nexus.
If you look at it as an end user device, then you could make the argument that if it's not obsolete yet, it will be in very short order with such beasts as the HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S III. But then again, Nexus devices have never been at the forefront of hardware because that's not what it's about.
I take the first view. I also take this view with the tablets too. Sure, there are tablets out there that are sexier than the Xoom now, but a year later it is still the only Google Experience tablet and is the only reference tablet available, so therefore the Xoom still isn't obsolete yet.
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Obsolete definition: No longer produced or used; out of date
Well the Galaxy Nexus is still being produced by google and used by us so the first part wouldn't even apply.
As for the "out of date" part? I'd have to say no...
+ Latest OS (ics)
+ Latest screen technology (super amoled hd)
+ Dual core processor (try finding a quad core in the states ... cant be done)
+ Guaranteed OS updates before any other newer devices (jellybean)
+ Best developer community
- Out of date camera (not a photographer and even if I was I'd use a dslr instead)
- Out of date battery size (buy a spare off Amazon for $8 and keep it in your pocket)
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Yes! YES!!
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Phone still beats GS3. Quad core is gonna be horrendously battery inefficient when it comes out. Why do you think the stock battery is so huge?
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Phone still beats GS3. Quad core is gonna be horrendously battery inefficient when it comes out. Why do you think the stock battery is so huge?
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Amen to that. My buddy was telling me today that he was going to get a GS3 on release day and mentioned the 2100 mAH battery. I said "Well yeah man, you're going to need every bit of that to power that quad core processor. My Galaxy Nexus has an 1850 mAH battery with a dual core processor and I'll guarantee you my battery life rivals yours." He said "Wow, you may have a point there." haha
There seems to be widespread disappointment in the SIII, but I don't fully understand why. The specs aren't jaw dropping, but they aren't much less than I expected. Other than the very valid "it's not Nexus" and "touchwiz" comments, why would you not upgrade/get a GNexus rather than an SIII? I just ask because I had purchased a GNex but took it back to wait out and see the SIII. However, despite the specs being upgrade over the GNex, people don't see to think it's all that great. Is development worse on the SGS phones?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642801
It's ugly a#$ design..
An even better question could be. Why would you want a gnex over the now coming out to sprint htc evo 4g lte? It's very easily unlocked and easy to root.
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It looks, well, bad. Touchwiz deserves to be mentioned again. Most of the upgrades are software specific. It will probably cost an arm and a leg. No quad core in America. To name a few.
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Samsung decided to go back to physical buttons, virtual buttons on the galaxy nexus are so slick, to make things worse they brought back the menu button, which Google has been trying to kill, and I couldn't agree more. Plus 4.8" + the space required for physical buttons seems overkill.
The screen is pentile (Again !)
The nexus looks much better with its matte look, the sgs III looks very cheap with all that glosyness :/
The only thing I like about sg III is the 2000 mah battery and the fact that they got rid of the bump on the back found on all galaxy s phones
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Touchwiz need to be mentioned again and again!
also no softkeys
and the fact that theres gonna be a new nexus in the future
thats it
I'd rather wait foe the next nexus or buy a one x when it reaches 500 $ and when it has stable CM9
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Another thread??
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642801
Also,
1. I will have updates faster than it will. Yes, I consider AOSP a source of updates.
2. Its fuuugly. What would the ladies say if I walked around with that?
Unless battery life was battery life was significantly better (which it won't be), I wouldn't upgrade. Most things are the same, except for CPU/GPU, Camera sensors and such, internal memory, and TW. Unless someone with an SGS3 came to the Marketplace asking for someone to switch with him for a GNex+some cash?
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Did I mention, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642801
There's 2 components to any phone, hardware & software. The GNex will always trump other devices in the software portion, and the hardware of the SGS3 is not a substantial upgrade to warrant further thought in changing devices. In my opinion, the most important aspect of a smart phone will always be the software. Without great cutting edge software, the hardware isn't worth ****. Its the software that makes a device a pleasure to use. It let's the user operate their phone with ease, allowing unparalleled customization while not sacrificing the devices utility. Its what we XDA members love about android. With the GNex, that ability is amplified giving the very best android expedience.......In addition, there is really nothing the SGS3 can do that my GNex can't. Only my GNex does it with style.
Development for any device that's not a Nexus will be less. The Nexus devices are built with development in mind, where other devices are built for the average consumer.
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Pretty compelling arguments. So in that case..would it be worth it to sign a long term contract on a Nexus or should we expect the next Nexus by years end?
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Pretty compelling arguments. So in that case..would it be worth it to sign a long term contract on a Nexus or should we expect the next Nexus by years end?
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The next Nexus will probably be released just like in the Q4 of this year with carriers in the states getting it a few months later, at the latest next year. I would buy this phone for cheap considering it'll get Jellybean and its still a flawless and competitive phone. I'm personally looking to keep mine until late 2013.
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theres a thread for this
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It would depend on which carrier you want to use. I say that because I am not convinced the next Nexus will be available on CDMA carriers again. If you plan on going to a GSM carrier, try not to sign a contract with the current GNex. $400 retail is an absolute steal. If you don't mind waiting 8 months and would go GSM, then wait.
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Please discuss all new devices that are not the Galaxy nexus here:
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I have gone through nine rezouds and probably thus have ample leverage for a different phone. I'm honestly fed up with it at this point. (No none of them were fraud they were legitimately flawed) anyway since you all own one of the devices I figured you could help me make an informed decision. Don't be too biased lol.
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if you have the ability to take one or the other, I'd definitely pick the S3.. I played around with a store model for 20 minutes and already loved it so much that I signed a new contract on the spot (my old one with the nexus was near the end of it's life so it was free for me to change). Honestly the S3 is so quick it's not funny and the camera is absolutely amazing.
You come to the Nexus forum to ask which phone you should get?
ha, you've already made your decision.
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You come to the Nexus forum to ask which phone you should get?
ha, you've already made your decision.
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Not necessarily. I figured I would ask one group who ones one of the phones their opinion. Since the S3 hasn't been released in the US yet I figured I would ask you all. I doubt I can really make a bad decision here.
So im guessing for Verizon? If so i would go with the S3 its newer its a bit bigger and the camera is a phenomenal. You can't go wrong with either but with the nexus you get software superiority but with the S3 you get the hardware superiority.
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with the nexus you get software superiority but with the S3 you get the hardware superiority.
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What's the use of the hardware superiority when there is no good software to run it
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rayiskon said:
What's the use of the hardware superiority when there is no good software to run it
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Eh the S3 software isn't bad coming from an OG epic I didn't like old touchwiz. But the new TW is quite appealing although waiting for Jelly Bean would keep me away from it as I pay so much for it I expect it to run the latest version of android. But development for it should be sufficient.
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Which SIII: North American (dual-core) or International (quad-core)? Sick hardware either way... and throw Apex Launcher on if you hate TouchWiz and don't want to root; it rocks on my girlfriend's SII, so I can only imagine on the SIII. I honestly prefer the way my Nexus looks and the stock experience though.
Honestly the S3 does not blow me away like it does for others. I think most of the hype about it is the same as any new phone from month to month. I think the S3 has some great qualities unique to itself as does the Nexus. However, most features can be duplicated with equal performance on the Nexus. Its like going to college. I could have learned the same things for about $20 in late fees at the library. But I would not be able to brag that I have a degree. So if you want the latest and greatest (for the moment) go for the S3. If you prefer a Nexus experience then get a Nexus. Either way you cant go wrong in my opinion.
I have gone through nine rezouds
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What did you do to them?
For the same price, I'd say SGS3. The only reason I wouldn't get a SGS3 is because there's not a vast improvement that is worth getting a new phone. But if I had say, a One S, I'd choose the SGS3, the one with the dual A15s instead of 4 A9s.
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I was very skeptical which was why I went for the Note first, but the Nexus is really the best smartphone I've ever used. If you care about customization then this is the device to go with, but if you don't mind using the interface that manufacturer/carriers give you, then go with the SIII. I just love how open the Nexus is, so easy to root and customize. If you have not use lots of custom roms before, this device seems very bare and light, but that is the advantage.
I bought the Nexus immediately after the SIII was announced because I didn't felt it was a major upgrade and the Nexus was going for $300 less. The most intensive thing I'll be doing is watch HD 1080p and the Nexus does it smoother than the Note. I feel buying the SIII would be a step backward to the freedom the Nexus provided. It's not pentaband, so I would have to wait for T-Mobile version to use their 3G. My family uses ATT so I can always hand the Nexus to them and not have to worry about 3G compatibilities. Though I heard T-Mobile SIII will support ATT 3G bands. In addition, the American version will be using proprietary Qualcomm CPU and GPU, I would have to wait longer for CM9 and AOKP roms and who knows if the development will be good as international version, which Samsung already released the source code for.
There is a major flaw with Nexus which is lacking microSD slot. Also the SIII use the same Sony camera sensor as iPhone 4S so it will take better photos and have fast shutter like the Nexus.
I'm keeping my eyes on the SIII, but I want to wait till there are lots of stable roms for the T-Mobile version and if the price go down enough by end of year holidays. Right now I rather wait for the next Nexus phone. It seems like a good phone, but isn't ground breaking like the SII was, especially in term of durability like some youtube drop test has shown.
Go Nexus or wait.
Pocketnow.com has a great overview of the GSIII that points out some niggles with how Samsung changed ICS over what you get on the Nexus. Button and menu placement. Terrible keyboard and how the phone is very slippery in hand.
I have a Nexus and Razor Maxx and would not trade either for the SIII.
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JaiaV said:
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I have both AT&T and Verizon and I've waited patiently for some new game changers to come out. I sell mobile phones for a living so i get first dibs and want to of course have the best device for both carriers. Which new phones would be best I'm your opinions?
I would say, being a fan of the nexus brand, wait for a new nexus. Unless you like touch wiz. Then you should wait for the Galaxy S4. From some rumored specs I've read so far I believe its going to be a great device, but nexus phones are still my favorite being pure android and having a lot of support from Google with the updates.
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I'd wait for X.
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Why would you say to wait for the X? How much better would it technically be than its rivals?.. I love my Nexus but pretty much any phone I get will be modded so its Hardware I'm curious about.. We get the HTC One in store on Tuesday so I'm most likely going to get that for my ATT line. Im sure it'll hold its resale value for a few months so I can sell it if something better comes out in the near future. I'm not sure which Verizon phone is coming out but I want both to be the best ones out
I am waiting for the next nexus device personally. I don't want to deal with locked bootloaders and other hacking to get my phone to do what I want it to. Nexus can't be beat until carriers and manufacturers get on board with rooting and custom roms... Which is never going to happen.
I'm thinking Galaxy S4 for my next device. Not a big HTC phone guy.
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i'm staying on my Gnex until it dies or someone comes out with another 32gb Nexus device thats worth buying that i can get some t-mobile unlimited data with, cause i've about had it with verizons crap.
iPhone 5S lol.
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He said game changer... So iphone is clearly out.
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I think if you ask this question in this section most people will tell you to wait on a new nexus or grab the nexus 4. I'm not in any rush. My gnex does everything I need it to. The nexus 4 I'd made by lg and has no removable battery made of glass and got hot as hell. OK not saying it's not a good phone.. Just was not for me. My galaxy nexus is still pretty and smooth as butter.
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If my gnex broke now I'd get a Note 2. But I'm interested in seeing how the S4 pans out. If the next Nexus had an sdcard I wouldn't consider anything else, but no chance of that.
X Phone news for today:
"Google (GOOG) is believed to be working on a high-end smartphone with Motorola, codenamed X Phone, that is expected debut this May. Initial reports claimed the handset would include a top-notch camera, a flexible display and revolutionary software features, however most specs have remained a mystery. According to a report from Android World, the flagship smartphone will be equipped with a 4.7-inch full HD display, a quad-core Tegra 4i processor and a 16-megapixel camera. The device will also reportedly include the latest version of Android, rumored to be called Key Lime Pie, and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with eye scrolling technology. Purported dimensions are said to be 131.2 x 66.7 x 7.9 mm, making the device slightly thinner than the DROID RAZR MAXX HD."
I use Sprint.
I gave my upgrade to my mom so she could get rid of LG Optimus S and get a Galaxy S3. I bought my girlfriend the GNex from a warehouse in LA off Ebay and picked it up myself ($180). A week later I received another GNex in the mail from the warehouse. At No cost. I had the E4GT and loved it until 6 months later the micro USB port died. Instead of fixing it, I used the GNex that just sat there. I now have my mom's upgrade available in July. So why not wait to see if the RUMORed X Phone will see the light of day, and then make my choice. If these specs pan out, the battery is removable, and there is a removable sim card (might not matter) - X phone all the way! Of course it all depends on the Galaxy S4, and Sprint getting the X Phone. (God, I never pray, but please, I will do what ever you say- But only if you give me an X Phone from Sprint) I am kidding. Calm down Jesus Freaks.
Reference:
http://bgr.com/2013/03/11/motorola-x-phone-specs-rumor-368342/
Of course the Rumor news has now been called Not concrete at all. I guess the Nvidia chip doesn't support CDMA, and the masses believe Motorola will not - not make a phone for Verizon, being their biggest partner. Funny thing is- Google didn't care about CDMA for Nexus 4. But the masses didn't mention that. Either way the X Phone is still not confirmed as real. PS I might be willing to switch to Tmo if that phone was real and didn't support CDMA- as long as Tmo has working LTE in my area.
I highly doubt the s4 will even have a SD card slot. Google is trying to push cloud storage which dies make sense. Prepare for SD cards to become a thing of the past soon
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savagehax said:
I highly doubt the s4 will even have a SD card slot. Google is trying to push cloud storage which dies make sense. Prepare for SD cards to become a thing of the past soon
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They need to just increase the size of internal storage for people with limited data plans, cloud storage is just a money spinner for google an carriers, apple did it long before google with iCloud an its a failure, common sense learn from histories mistakes.
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I think you should wait just to check out the S4, the new nexus witch KLP and the google X phone configs. But if have to buy a new phone now, I would buy a S3.
Galaxy s4 when you like plastic.
Waiting to see what S4 brings. If its not enough, getting Note 2. Love Galaxy Nexus, but the finicky battery leaves more to be desired. Don't want to wait for X Phone as the resale value of the Nexus will be crap by then.
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What do you think about the Galaxy S4? Will you buy it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DbW-Nr2PVE
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that is fake for sure.. notice two sim slots?
BBowermaster said:
Waiting to see what S4 brings. If its not enough, getting Note 2. Love Galaxy Nexus, but the finicky battery leaves more to be desired. Don't want to wait for X Phone as the resale value of the Nexus will be crap by then.
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Motorola has the best radios and best hardware out of any company period. At least in the Droid X days. So take that with Google software and bam. Orgasm
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