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I recently got the HTC One X for AT&T, then after further looking I learned about the LG Optimus G and was instantly attracted towards it! Now I know nobody can help me make a decision on which phone to keep, but I was trying to get some opinions on everyday use with the Optimus G, like battery life, camera quality, video playback ect...
Anyone who currently has an Optimus G please leave your feedback on the phone! My biggest concern is battery life, I can make it through a day on the One X with about 15% battery to spare. A comparison between the two phones batteries, in everyday use would be great. If I can make it through a whole day on the HTC One X, could I also make it through a whole day on the Optimus G?
Also I would like to add that the boot loader being locked on the Optimus is not a big deal to me.
Oh and one more thing, I am new to the XDA community so greetings everyone!
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I've been looking into the Optimus G. It gets great reviews and the S4 pro is the very best, not to mention it's the only chipset supports quad core and LTE in the U.S. That last part is enough to sell me.
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Yeah I'm nearly convinced that I should take back the one x for the optimistic g
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estallings15 said:
I've been looking into the Optimus G. It gets great reviews and the S4 pro is the very best, not to mention it's the only chipset supports quad core and LTE in the U.S. That last part is enough to sell me.
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Although it would have been better if Qualcomm managed to integrate the LTE modem, just like they did with the MSM8960.
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dalmigarath said:
Yeah I'm nearly convinced that I should take back the one x for the optimistic g
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I was in a similar position as you. I bought a Galaxy S3 a month ago, and saw the LG Optimus G was announced by AT&T ( and i had to return it that very day). I returned it and now waiting for either the LG Optimus G, the HTC One X+, or the new nexus device. What did you decide to do if you don't mind my asking?
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Although it would have been better if Qualcomm managed to integrate the LTE modem, just like they did with the MSM8960.
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what is the difference between having an integrated modem and not?
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what is the difference between having an integrated modem and not?
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Power consumption is lower ==> Improved battery life
One chip instead of two ==> Smaller size ==> leaves more room for other things
There is an S4 Pro variant with an integrated modem. Not sure why the first gen devices don't have it; I guess Qualcomm wasn't ready yet. In regards to the Optimus G vs the Nexus 4, you'll have to wait til October 29th to see exactly how it compares to the Nexus 4. From what I can see, its essentially a Galaxy Nexus on the front and somewhat similar to the Optimus G's back but with the Optimus G's internals and AOSP. So obviously, the software will be more up-to-date, but you may like Optimus UI better than AOSP's UI or you may like the aesthetics of the Optimus better. The software and appearance seem to be the main differences on those two, so you'll have to decide what you feel is more important.
As far as the Optimus vs the One X+, the hardware on the Optimus is hands down better as far as the processor (the S4 pro is the best chip on the market and the One X+'s Tegra 3 chip is about on par with the dual core s4 found in the American One X (or European One XL) and One S, but HTC's UI and design are arguably better and they'll probably be better at updating your software than LG. If you love Sense, you should get the One.
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If you are comparing HTC One X vs Optimus G it is no contest, get the Optimus G. The Optimus G is a better phone (from what reviews and tech info I have read) then the One X. If you were comparing an S3 I would say it is a little more difficult. Here's why
HTC One X and Optimus G (LG) Locked bootloader. S3 is unlocked you can have custom roms installed.
HTC One X no Micro SD Slot. LG and S3 Do.
HTC One X and LG have sealed batteries. S3 is replaceable.
LG quad core phone. S3 AND HTC are dual only
LG and S3 2gb of ram. HTC just 1.
HTC best screen! LG and S3 are behind
So the only thing HTC has is the best screen and Sense if you want to count that. Other than that there are better phones and the LG is one of them.
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If you are comparing HTC One X vs Optimus G it is no contest, get the Optimus G. The Optimus G is a better phone (from what reviews and tech info I have read) then the One X. If you were comparing an S3 I would say it is a little more difficult. Here's why
HTC One X and Optimus G (LG) Locked bootloader. S3 is unlocked you can have custom roms installed.
HTC One X no Micro SD Slot. LG and S3 Do.
HTC One X and LG have sealed batteries. S3 is replaceable.
LG quad core phone. S3 AND HTC are dual only
LG and S3 2gb of ram. HTC just 1.
HTC best screen! LG and S3 are behind
So the only thing HTC has is the best screen and Sense if you want to count that. Other than that there are better phones and the LG is one of them.
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Isn't it a bit early to judge the ROM status of the LG Optimus G? it can still get an unlocked bootloader officially or unofficially.
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Isn't it a bit early to judge the ROM status of the LG Optimus G? it can still get an unlocked bootloader officially or unofficially.
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It is early but why take the chance? For me the answer is no. Either way today it is locked. I was just stating the facts.
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It is early but why take the chance? For me the answer is no. Either way today it is locked. I was just stating the facts.
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I never suggested taking a chance.
I just wish people would quit acting like the phone is DOA.
LG or XDA could intervene and the phone will be here Friday so it's not like most people can't wait a week or two at this point.
As someone who is still on the Captivate, I really enjoy the perks of having a device with identical hardware to nexus where many of the perks can easily be ported. I really would like to at least see what happens. No point in telling people to straight up give up hope before the thing even launches.
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I never suggested taking a chance.
I just wish people would quit acting like the phone is DOA.
LG or XDA could intervene and the phone will be here Friday so it's not like most people can't wait a week or two at this point.
As someone who is still on the Captivate, I really enjoy the perks of having a device with identical hardware to nexus where many of the perks can easily be ported. I really would like to at least see what happens. No point in telling people to straight up give up hope before the thing even launches.
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Yeah I agree. Plus how can I argue with a Captivate owner I sold mine in April and since then I have had 5 android phones. I do miss the Dev on the Cappy, it was FANTASTIC!
If anyone finds a way to bypass the bootloader then this most likely will be my next phone. Heck I am contemplating the Nexus 4 now but 16gb is just killing me. If the Att Optimus G could use Nexus roms and have LTE and SD card I am sold.
Let's cross our fingers
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I've got the optimus g from a skyrocket... being able to run roms is definitely a + we'll have to see if the lg can run roms... I had the xperia ion w/ a locked bootloader and the rom community is waaay smaller than on Samsung devices and others with unlocked bootloaders... but the optimus definitely has the best screen on any smartphone in 2012 the ips display is perfectly visible even in direct sunlight
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Lg optimus g FTW
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Yeah I agree. Plus how can I argue with a Captivate owner I sold mine in April and since then I have had 5 android phones. I do miss the Dev on the Cappy, it was FANTASTIC!
If anyone finds a way to bypass the bootloader then this most likely will be my next phone. Heck I am contemplating the Nexus 4 now but 16gb is just killing me. If the Att Optimus G could use Nexus roms and have LTE and SD card I am sold.
Let's cross our fingers
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I'm really amazed at how well my Captivate is holding up through dev support.
It's part of the reason I am really, really, really, hoping either someone around here or LG unlocks the bootloader.
Having that solid dev support in addition to fantastic hardware would make it the obvious choice.
Locked boot loader or not the Optimus G is a fantastic device. You literally have to hold one in your hands to realize how solid the device is.
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I had a LG 2X and sold it for HTC One X . The only real downside on the 2X was the battery life and I have that "issue" now on my One X ; which I believe will be my last Tegra device.
The only thing Tegra 3 succeeds is the standby life , it hardly loses any % overnight , for example. On GSM Arena blog , the LG OG is rated 5h on web test ; whereas HOX is rated 4h. Both on ICS . Samsung GS3 is 5h on ICS and 6h on JB.
So the LG OG should be compared with the HOX+ and it's larger battery ; benchmark performance are better for LG and practical performance are already good on HTC device ; so it's a matter of personal preference I guess.
Maybe you would want the latest technology and screw nvidia...
The smart move would be to wait if the LG OG gets the JB update as promised on december because the next iteration of device are coming on February ( Cortex-a15 ; full HD ) and probably on Android 4,2 ; that would mean - if LG OG stays ICS - it would be two updates ( 1 year ) late...huge
It should be noted the Nexus 4 is said to be "the fastest and smoothest device" but in benchmark performance it is really slow ( see anandtech and the verge) . Real life impression are better judgement i guess. Personally I dislike android (cyanogen like ) plain design.
Engadget : "Since the Nexus 4 uses the same 2,100mAh battery (and power-friendly Krait chip) as the Optimus G, we expected to record essentially the same runtime. Much to our surprise, however, it was considerably worse in both our tests and our real-life use."
G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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bossfang said:
G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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I like the HTC One Google edition or Sony Experia Z
Nexus 6
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maybe you will wait for along time .
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HTC One Silver 32GB gorgeous ..
Am selling mine optimus G
Buy LGOG2 boot loader unlock if Wu LG
The device is out since last automn, it's not even one year old...
My next one is not for the next 1 or 2 year easy!
And, as of now, there's no need to "upgrade", there's no real gaint to get, performance wyze, at stock speed. So when it starts to get "slow", I'll overclock a little, install CM rom, and stuff like that!
But, for now, the device is doing everything I ask it to do, and fast!
Nexus 9
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OG is still lightning fast and running smoothly on all the apps. I 'll most probably wait for the G3, the time when OG really outdated.
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Hm. Probably wait until Google releases their new phone, or Sony. A lot of new competetors out there who knows what will come up.
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Hey there I'm thinking on purchasing the LG Optimus G instead of Nexus 4 because of the 32GB vs the 16GB , But the Nexus 4 as faster updates and I love the stock Rom , I wanted to ask if is it possible because of the hardware similarity turn the LG Optimus G into a Nexus 4 like put the firmware or something , because the are just equal expect the software
Hope some Dev read this and give it a shot!
Thank your for your time !
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Hey there I'm thinking on purchasing the LG Optimus G instead of Nexus 4 because of the 32GB vs the 16GB , But the Nexus 4 as faster updates and I love the stock Rom , I wanted to ask if is it possible because of the hardware similarity turn the LG Optimus G into a Nexus 4 like put the firmware or something , because the are just equal expect the software
Hope some Dev read this and give it a shot!
Thank your for your time !
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Just don't do that.
Why mate?
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Why mate?
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Cause you will endup with a semi-functionnal phone and will probably break it trying to get back / will not get everything working correctly. If you really want a nexus 4 go with it.
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Cause you will endup with a semi-functionnal phone and will probably break it trying to get back / will not get everything working correctly. If you really want a nexus 4 go with it.
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The thing is I really need the 32GB and I can get a Optimus G 100€ cheaper then the Nexus 4 ...
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The thing is I really need the 32GB and I can get a Optimus G 100€ cheaper then the Nexus 4 ...
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So install a cm10 based rom.
How can u get a cheaper optimus g then nexus?
In my country optimus g is more expensive, 300£~ n4 and 360£~ Optimus g.
baxee said:
So install a cm10 based rom.
How can u get a cheaper optimus g then nexus?
In my country optimus g is more expensive, 300£~ n4 and 360£~ Optimus g.
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I know the Cm10 rom but I had some on my Galaxy s2 and I didn't like them that much and when I "played" a little with a friends Nexus 4 I really liked the stock rom!
I purchased on Ebay and was lucky really !
On Uk ebay you can get the Nexus 4 for about 250£ with extras and in mint condition!
The LG Optimus G was pure luck for me!
PATRiOT96 said:
Hey there I'm thinking on purchasing the LG Optimus G instead of Nexus 4 because of the 32GB vs the 16GB , But the Nexus 4 as faster updates and I love the stock Rom , I wanted to ask if is it possible because of the hardware similarity turn the LG Optimus G into a Nexus 4 like put the firmware or something , because the are just equal expect the software
Hope some Dev read this and give it a shot!
Thank your for your time !
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You're either going to have to make a compromise with the 16 gigs of storage on the Nexus 4, or make a sacrifice on the stock experience and the latest OS and go for the Optimus G. For me, it was the low storage capacity of the Nexus 4 and the smaller screen size (thanks to the on-screen buttons) that settled it in favour of the Optimus G.
I got an upgrade with my carrier right now and I am torn as to which phone I wanna go with and just came across the LG Optimus Pro G, seems like a great phone but I'd like some opinions from people who actually own it if you like it better than the Samsung galaxy S4 or the note 2. Any feedback is greatly appreciate, thanks.
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S4 and CYM mod
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The gpro is a good phone. If ur cool staying stock rooted. If you want roms go for the s4 or note2.
This guy's testimonial here might make you consider going for the OG Pro. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2294189
Ok heres my unbiased opinion, my girl friend has S4 and i have the OGP and guess what? We showed our phones to our friends and they prefer the OGP! Because the display is more natural and more brighter unlike the S4, and the UI looks cartoonist on S4. Plus the battery is better than S4. What amazed me is the lagfree of OGp, there is noooo lag i mean literally no lag. Plus ogp has cool features too that I really like, if you heard about the gosms app for android that has this cool pop up window everytime you get a message, the Ogp has this feature on its stock messanger too!
Btw my previous 2 phones was samsung infuse and galaxy s3, just to let you know
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Thanks guys, I'm pretty sure I'm gonna go with the LG, I've been looking at the S4 and the Optimus all day review after review plus coming back to here to see the posts and I'm sold, not to mention AT&T has it for $99 for the 32gb as opposed to the S4 for $250 for the 32gb. I do like the S4's camera features and the multitasking but I can also do without it. Thank for your help.
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Thanks guys, I'm pretty sure I'm gonna go with the LG, I've been looking at the S4 and the Optimus all day review after review plus coming back to here to see the posts and I'm sold, not to mention AT&T has it for $99 for the 32gb as opposed to the S4 for $250 for the 32gb. I do like the S4's camera features and the multitasking but I can also do without it. Thank for your help.
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Fact is this phone is great. Beats the hell out of the S4 IMHO. But beware if speaker phone calls are important to you lol. Other than that truthfully this is overall the best on the market today and then when you factor in for price its just mind blowing.
Ogp all the way! Best phone out there. If you want a "me too" phone, get the sg4. If you want the best which not many have, get the ogp
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The gpro is a good phone. If ur cool staying stock rooted. If you want roms go for the s4 or note2.
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Well have custom rooms soon. Especially after the freegee update.
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Pantech Burst (P9070)
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Well have custom rooms soon. Especially after the freegee update.
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HP Touchpad (Tenderloin)
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Samsung Galaxy SII (SGH-i777)
Pantech Burst (P9070)
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I actually was just peeking around in the development section and saw the freegee post, what exactly is it? Since I'm definitely getting this phone I'd like to learn more about this. I'm use to the custom ROMs having an Asus Tablet and flashing them on there.
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I actually was just peeking around in the development section and saw the freegee post, what exactly is iwondering if definitely getting this phone I'd like to learn more about this. I'm use to the custom ROMs having an Asus Tablet and flashing them on there.
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Freegee is just Loki and cwm all rolled into one. Its a boot loader bypass that will allow for flashing custom ROMs. however i am wondering if staying on an stock based ROM and then doing an update may play all kinds of hell with your phone if I'm looking at it right. I'm not 100% on that though. I'm more of a windows closet hacker so looking through this I could easily be misunderstanding.
On another note im dang sure your used to flashing with a tf300! You gotta flash the snot out ta that tab to get her running right. Good when you get it though.
If you're meaning a stock OTA update, then it's not even possible since you'd have to be rooted to use freegee and the OTA won't work if you're rooted. On the other hand of you mean a custom rom update then I wouldn't have a clue since we don't have any yet.
In order to return to stock you'd need to use lgpnst I think it is. This will put you at the bare OTA upgradable stock.
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Pantech Burst (P9070)
You can also just lg flashtool to the update that thecubed provided. Then root and freegee.
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Sharpshooterrr said:
This guy's testimonial here might make you consider going for the OG Pro. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2294189
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Things have changed since then. The S4 no longer lags.
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Things have changed since then. The S4 no longer lags.
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all devices lag from time to time. but my s4 never really did.
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all devices lag from time to time. but my s4 never really did.
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The S4 had the worst lag out of all the flagship this year ( maybe Xperia Z was worse) but now it is fixed.
I have a S4 and a G Pro at home!
G Pro won my heart! The Optimus's UI is so good and rich in features and customization.
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I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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It all depends what you're looking for. True, the OGP lacks dev support, but the few ROMs we work nicely and the hardware is fantastic.
I wouldn't bother with an N4. The AT&T LG Optimus G (LG-E970) has almost the same exact hardware as the N4 but a bigger and better screen with cap keys and an external SD slot. But, since everything else is 97% the same as the N4, the OG gets updated custom ROMs just as fast as the N4 since the sources for the N4 can be use for the e970 with very minor changes.
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Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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Not necessarily. With 4.4 now out, the CM team would still need to add the device. However, personally, I do think this will get the 4.4 update one way or the other and I won't be jumping to a new phone anytime soon.
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I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:
This phone is a great phone and the developers that we do have are great. We will continue to get updates because the hardware is too good to just leave on jellybean. This is my opinion of course, so I am clearly happy with the e-980 and don't plan on getting another phone anytime soon.
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deadenz said:
I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:
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I did the same. I love the e980.
Definitely a big YES. Hehe.
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Do it! I left my HTC One for this puppy and altho we have less dev support the device itself is flawless. Only complain i have is i cant get it to fit in my pocket lol
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Yeah it's a good buy! At first time i had some thoughts may regret it but now it's ok!
Short answer. Yes.
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I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.
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I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.
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this phone is capable of way more than the samsung galaxy s4 that has the mf3 update. mine did so I traded for this phone :good:
I'm seriously thinking of getting the OGPro now. But it's only the lack of development that worries me a little, hope it gets better with time.
Thank you all for your valuable suggestions.
PS: Probably gonna place an order in an hour or two.
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i also bought from ebay 2 weeks ago
unlocked it too im using for 2 days its gr8 phone
the best value for the money
i just got problem with the camera is seems awful can make to picture better