More like a Moto X Google Edition and a LG Nexus 5. Just like ASUS did no wrong with the N7, LG were always going to get another dig at the Nexus 4 (2013/14)
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More like a Moto X Google Edition and a LG Nexus 5. Just like ASUS did no wrong with the N7, LG were always going to get another dig at the Nexus 4 (2013/14)
Jayayess1190
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But LG did do wrong with the Nexus 4. The new Droid Maxx has a larger battery than the N4 and is slimmer.
When the Nexus 4 came out (2012), it had a best in class battery for its dimensions.
How so compared to the Nexus 4?
Seriously, by far the best game I've played on Android. Skill, multiplayer, progression. I have not found any other games with all three. Any recommendations?
Vermillion
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Okay, so the announcement has passed, and I'm going to ask those of you who are better suited than me this question for the millionth time, so my apologies:
What phone should I get? I'm on Verizon, and my current phone is an Xperia Play. Pretty much everything is an upgrade. Where do I go from here (also, I would like updates on my phones)?
What phone should I get? I'm on Verizon, and my current phone is an Xperia Play. Pretty much everything is an upgrade. Where do I go from here (also, I would like updates on my phones)?
Moto Maxx or S4, or wait for the Note 3.
Vanillalite
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Any reason you hate your Evo 4G LTE? Do you have it rooted with a custom ROM?
I figure it should easily last you till 2014 unless it has actual hardware failure like the rest of the top end phones from last year.
PS: Honestly everyone on Verizon if you've not picked up the GS4 and waited this long for the Moto X or the One to jump ship I'd just wait the extra month till we get solid Note 3 info.
Yeah we're keeping the HTC One for a while unless the Nexus 5 is incredible
Kind of surprised by the Moto X hate. Seems nice enough to me, unsubsidised pricing aside. Especially if it has relatively extended battery life. Seems like a nice overall package for a mainstream phone, and has some interesting tweaks for an android phone.
I wonder what flow on effect that will have to both future nexus phones and non nexus phones from competitors.
I wonder what flow on effect that will have to both future nexus phones and non nexus phones from competitors.
I had it rooted (HTCDev method) w/ a Sense-based ROM, but I unrooted it for some reason. I want an AOSP-based ROM, but I believe you need S-OFF for that, and DirtyRacun doesn't have 64-bit W7 support. If anyone knows of any other method to get S-OFF, or has custom ROM suggestions, I'd really appreciate it.
ReadingRambo
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Because it isn't as good as the phones in it's price range.
Vermillion
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Whoa, the Moto Maxx looks like a better version of the Moto X! Like, if Moto X were brought up to the same standards as an S4. And how would we do on updates? Like, Android 4.3 and 5.0 guaranteed?
In fact, the Moto Maxx seems to have everything the Moto X does, except $50 more and with no customization. But with higher specs.
(Note 3 may be too big for my tastes)
Blue HTC One in 2 weeks!
How's HTC on getting out updates? I think I heard some unsavory things a bit back...
I use CM 10.1 on my phone as it's the closest to stock ROM for my phone (HTC Evo 3D)
In terms of spec sheet measuring, sure I guess. Phone experience quality is more than a spec sheet though. Which is why, with the interesting new features, I'm willing to wait on reviews from folks who have used it a while before I write it off.
Not that I'm in the market to replace my nexus4.
MuddyDonut
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The lock screen thing is cool. What are the other features?
-Pyromaniac-
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looks like it. Should be funny to see what it's like if it comes at all. Gonna laugh if it shits on the moto x for a similar price.
I don't know. Why was the 4 priced where it was? what where the prior Nexus phones priced like?
Vanillalite
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Vermillion
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Nobody in Android-GAF wants to add me?
PS: *whistles *I can haz secret...
...I don't have AndroidGAF membership status, but I do have a 3DS... but I don't have any online games at all.
Vanillalite
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Give me your code anyways! You can always get my cheesy swap notes!
I'll try and add people in the morning before I leave my casa.
Vermillion
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I have to wonder why now that google has released it's phone from moto that they would undercut their own product by releasing a cheaper nexus 5 from another company. It kinda doesn't make sense.
Perhaps more proof that they aren't going to shaft their partners. Of course the whole thing about Google having their own handset maker is just weird in terms of the android ecosystem.
The Faceless Master
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I'm super glad.
1. I'm on SERO Premium. $50/mo w/Unlimited Data, Text, etc..
2. The only carrier here with better coverage is Verizon.
3. LTE is lighting up, I'm winning right about now!
My friend switched from a dumb LG phone to S4 finally. Unfortunately he also switched from Verizon to Sprint.
When I was in Flushing he tried to show case an app to me. And Sprint had no signal, in the middle of main street in Flushing.
Vanillalite
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Thanks! Keep those 3DS friend codes coming!
The Faceless Master
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i never had a problem like that in NYC. or up and down the east coast... from RI to FL
To be fair, he was in Flushing. The only reason to be there is cheap asian food and used car parts.
The Faceless Master
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both are valid reasons. there's also this nice eastern european place that sells some awesome chicken dishes. or at least there was like 6 years ago haha
To be fair he is Korean.
Are you saying Sprint is racist? Whats Sprint's stand on the LGBT community?
Vanillalite
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So the Korean Press say Samsung will reveal the Note 3 and other goodies in Berlin on Sept. 3rd.
If your a disgruntled Verizon user who wasn't happy with the Moto X and hasn't already gotten on the S4 bandwagon I'd wait for the Note 3. That's even with the HTC One coming soon.
If your a disgruntled Verizon user who wasn't happy with the Moto X and hasn't already gotten on the S4 bandwagon I'd wait for the Note 3. That's even with the HTC One coming soon.
And then sell it on eBay, so you can buy a Nexus 5, right?
Kill Your Masters
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Looking at all the facts we have about the X now (pricing, android version), it doesn't look like your typical Google phone at all.
Heck it might even get a play store edition. Google treats Moto like any other manufacturer it seems.
Vanillalite
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Crap shoot with the Nexus 5 working on Verizon. Plus the Note 3 will probably have the best hardware of any Android device this year.
He said Verizon users. Pretty sure Verizon kissed any chance of a Nexus device away after the Galaxy Nexus. That is, until VoLTE is implemented and they have to let any LTE device work on their network.
Vermillion
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Yeah, so... which wins? Droid Maxx, Galaxy SIV or HTC one? Which will I be able to trust for updates the most?
Can I expect Droid Maxx to be updated because Motorola's under Google? Or the SIV because it's a Galaxy phone? Or HTC One for reasons I don't know?
Can I expect Droid Maxx to be updated because Motorola's under Google? Or the SIV because it's a Galaxy phone? Or HTC One for reasons I don't know?
brotkasten
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The Droid Maxx is neither a Motorola phone nor is it a Google phone, it's a Verizon phone, so expect one OS update 6-9 months late.
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