The reason why its pentile is because Samsung hasn't been able to make the screen that small in HD. Once they can, it will be in their phones.
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The reason why its pentile is because Samsung hasn't been able to make the screen that small in HD. Once they can, it will be in their phones.
*Another* South Korean OEM has an announcement: http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/03/lg-optimus-lte2-2gb-ram-true-hd/
2GB of RAM
2GB of RAM
I see your LG and raise you a Pantech.
http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/2/2995579/pantech-vega-racer-2-announce
Yours is actually desirable
Circle T
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I actually really liked the Nitro (Optimus LTE), the hardware at least. The screen was great, it was a nice size, and the materials felt great. As usual, though, it was let down the instant you turn it on, and see LG's horrific Android implementation. Sadly, since LG devices just don't sell well, their developer support is often really lacking to match. CM9 would do wonders for them.
abstract alien
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I checked the last few pages, but didn't see anything, so here goes:
Do we have an official release for outside of Europe for the Galaxy, and will it be worth the wait to hold out for it over the Evo LTE now that it has been officiall unveiled?
Do we have an official release for outside of Europe for the Galaxy, and will it be worth the wait to hold out for it over the Evo LTE now that it has been officiall unveiled?
The Faceless Master
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depends on the yields they can attain while manufacturing screens with 50% more elements in the same space.
an actual day? no.
worth the wait? do you like AMOLED? removable batteries? or kickstands?
Circle T
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Samsung said "June" today, but no specific date. US versions are almost 100% likely to include the Qualcomm S4, just like the AT&T One X and Sprint Evo LTE, so performance should be very similar across the board. Software, screen, etc, will be pretty much the only differences.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
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So is there any major reason to wait for the S3 over the Nexus that's out right now? The camera is better, but is the dual to quad processor expected to be a huge jump? I like the Nexus only being $400, getting updates first, and seems like an alright phone all around. Is there anything you would suggest would be worth waiting until the S3 makes it to the US, whenever that is? I'm assuming it'll be like $700 or so unlocked so would it be worth the difference in price? I know it'll be better but is it that much better?
Edit: Is there any slowdown on the nexus when switching stuff? My exhibit ii 4g freezes for a couple seconds and just goes slow when receiving text messages or some sort of notification like that. Is that pretty much nonexistent on phones like the nexus or it still happens?
Edit 2: Is there any "crappy" software HTC uses like samsung has touchwiz or are they essentially vanilla?
Edit: Is there any slowdown on the nexus when switching stuff? My exhibit ii 4g freezes for a couple seconds and just goes slow when receiving text messages or some sort of notification like that. Is that pretty much nonexistent on phones like the nexus or it still happens?
Edit 2: Is there any "crappy" software HTC uses like samsung has touchwiz or are they essentially vanilla?
CES was in february , which is when they undoubtedly first presented devices to carriers. Considering the six month testing/engineering period ibwould not expect anything earlier than august for Verizon and sprint and July for tmo and att.
I think S3 will have much longer battery life than Galaxy Nexus due to new soc and battery.
But yeah about $300 more expensive, so its your call. I am waiting for TMobile Note myself. These fast chips does nothing to me. I haven't seen any Android app that demand more power than my 1ghz HD2 yet.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
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Is there a release date for a TMobile Note? Is it coming to the US?
br0ken_shad0w
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Thank god. I nearly downgraded because that shit was so annoying.
abstract alien
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AMOLED -Well, I do really like the screens on the Galaxy II, but I've never seen a SuperLCD screen before. I generally don't like LCD screens because of the black levels, but I suppose that is a different matter.
Removable batteries - Yes, I do like them.
Kickstands - Cool! I wouldn't miss it though, as I played with it more than I actually ever used it lol
Wait, the Evo doesn't have a removable battery? That is a downside...and the Galaxy will be more mod friendly? That is a big plus, because I plan on doing it the first chance I get to either phone.
August? Well, I would have to get an Evo by default if that happened.
Wow, this is pretty nice! My first go with SwiftKey.
is there a way to update it or do i have to install the beta 3 apk (so swiftkey has to learn everything new and i loose the settings?)
Edit: no update. APK download
is there a way to update it or do i have to install the beta 3 apk (so swiftkey has to learn everything new and i loose the settings?)
Edit: no update. APK download
Download anew only. But I think it keeps the learn settings.
abstract alien
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So Sprint's Evo LTE doesn't have a removable battery(fuck), but it does have the microSD slot(thank goodness). Is it removable at all(even by voiding the warrenty) or is it just integrated and not even worth the trouble?
I hope buyers/owners of Swiftkey X can update for free to the final version.
It doesn't have a removable battery because it's a unibody shell.
Doubt it. Owners of Swiftkey did not get X, and as owners of X I have a feeling we wont get 3 either. They make it into a new app so you have to buy it rather than making it an update to the same app. Its a $1-2 well spent though.
Mostly conjecture on my part, but that's pretty much how they've been with part Galaxies.
Circle T
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It would seem that them actually announcing "June" during the presser indicates that they are wanting to get the US launch closer to the ROW version. I'm hoping we'll see something in the next few weeks. Didn't they say something about a product tour starting May 29th during the show? It had New York listed as a location. Maybe details then?
I haven't listened to the full show yet, but it would be a first if they can get a coordinated release.
Although a month from now for release for a carrier phone would be a first. We haven't gotten rom leak or blurry pics yet. =P
abstract alien
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Yeah. You should feel pity for me, because after my swipe enabled Evo got busted, I was forced to use my old windows 6.5 based HTC Touch. I've pretty much stopped texting because of both how terrible it is, and not having swipe lol. The 18th can't come soon enough I tell you.
I was on swype for about 4-5 months and gave it up because I missed the ease of use of Swiftkey. The prediction is infinitely better so it made it so much easier to communicate. Typing a text or email in 4-5 clicks is so satisfying. Plus i felt that swype is missing some essential options that swiftkey has.
The Faceless Master
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APK only yeah, it doesn't replace the official stable versions.is there a way to update it or do i have to install the beta 3 apk (so swiftkey has to learn everything new and i loose the settings?)
Edit: no update. APK download
br0ken_shad0w
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Exact opposite for me. I was a huge Swype fan, but it started becoming more inaccurate imo.
The Faceless Master
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try Swiftkey for a week. just try it. for a week. don't cut it short. i used to love Swype until i tried Swiftkey.
I used it for at least a month I believe. I will do it again with the beta though.
The Faceless Master
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so remember how after unlocking the bootloader, the HTC One X still didn't let you do stuff like replace the bootloader?
Well, you can't even unlock the AT&T version!
http://phandroid.com/2012/05/03/att...-locked-up-other-variants-get-off-scott-free/
Well, you can't even unlock the AT&T version!
http://phandroid.com/2012/05/03/att...-locked-up-other-variants-get-off-scott-free/
They should remove side loading to protection their users and network.
Ephemeris
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Worst Android phone confirmed.
abstract alien
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I'm REALLY reconsidering this Evo LTE shit due to all of this. I mean, how serious is this? Can I not boot a rom without a trace of Sense? That is all I ask.
What do you think these are, $700 computers with input, displays, processors, network radios, ram and storage on board?
(I'd give it a few weeks or months before settling out, too much nonsense floating around so close to announcements)
Al-ibn Kermit
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It seems like a good all-around phone. What are your main reasons for wanting to switch?
Edit: I meant the Xperia S.
HTC are crazy. Now I know the % of people who want to do this is small but on the one hand they come big delievering a quality product which is well recieved and in a sense puts HTC back in the game but then with the other hand they do there best to upset the power useing community.
Didnt Motorola do the same thing with a droid?
smallios74
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Got my free HTC Media HD dongle thing today, anyone else got one? Going to see if its worth keeping or just sell on the bay.
Those were dark days.
Advice time GAF.
My friend asked me to recommend a smartphone for her and her husband. This is the first time they will have a smartphone, and they want something to get started with.
Restrictions: Verizon, Android, less than $50 per phone. All US retail options are OK, including online.
What's good? A Droid Bionic, a plain Razr, Incredible 2?
Edit: Upgrades. They are on Verizon now, no contract, but have never had a smartphone. I suggested they call them up and see if they have any special offers.
My friend asked me to recommend a smartphone for her and her husband. This is the first time they will have a smartphone, and they want something to get started with.
Restrictions: Verizon, Android, less than $50 per phone. All US retail options are OK, including online.
What's good? A Droid Bionic, a plain Razr, Incredible 2?
Edit: Upgrades. They are on Verizon now, no contract, but have never had a smartphone. I suggested they call them up and see if they have any special offers.
New accounts or will these be upgrades?
Amazon has great discounts for new accounts.
If new accounts, you can get the Galaxy Nexus for $49.99. That's my advice.
Upgrades are a bit tougher. For example, upgrade price on the Nexus is $149.99.
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