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Android |OT6| Huawei or the iWay [Nobody Reads Edition]
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that tag tho
crazy monkey
Banned
i find s5 better then s6. battery replacement + sd replacement + water proof+ finger print reader awesome. i put phone in cover anyways it does not matter how it looks from behind.
osiris3355
Banned
Ok back on the 5x quick...
After re-reading this page
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9742/the-google-nexus-5x-review/3
and this page
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9742/the-google-nexus-5x-review/4
Its painfully obvious that the nexus 5x is just plain junk (os and hardware). Sorry notbacon but half your 5x friends are morons if they think the 5x is fast.
After a few minutes it basically just uses the two little cores and then eventually turns off the big cores entirely. So when I am web browsing on my phone and whatever else I am just using a slow dual core piece of shit.
Then the nand is slow as piss and google still sucks at encryption.
Now what we don't know is if the 64 bit OS is crushing the 2gb of ram with its larger memory footprint but regardless the 2015 snapdragons and marshmallow encryption are so bad it doesn't even matter.
Google you idiots.
After re-reading this page
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9742/the-google-nexus-5x-review/3
and this page
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9742/the-google-nexus-5x-review/4
Its painfully obvious that the nexus 5x is just plain junk (os and hardware). Sorry notbacon but half your 5x friends are morons if they think the 5x is fast.
After a few minutes it basically just uses the two little cores and then eventually turns off the big cores entirely. So when I am web browsing on my phone and whatever else I am just using a slow dual core piece of shit.
Then the nand is slow as piss and google still sucks at encryption.
Now what we don't know is if the 64 bit OS is crushing the 2gb of ram with its larger memory footprint but regardless the 2015 snapdragons and marshmallow encryption are so bad it doesn't even matter.
Google you idiots.
Okay I'll take your statement over my coworkers' first-hand experiences. Oh wait no I won't.
Baroquemantic
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Osiris
If people aren't experiencing issues with their 5Xs, they aren't experiencing issues.
Nothing Anandtech shows from their experience is gonna be representative of every other device.
And what the hell at you calling someone else's friends/acquaintances morons. Get outta here with that noise.
If people aren't experiencing issues with their 5Xs, they aren't experiencing issues.
Nothing Anandtech shows from their experience is gonna be representative of every other device.
And what the hell at you calling someone else's friends/acquaintances morons. Get outta here with that noise.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
Some people just don't notice things.
Jazzy Network
Member
Especially if you don't have anything to immediately compare it to. I didn't notice how janky my G3 was until I used a Moto X 2014 back last year. I thought my G3 was fast and smooth. Boy was I wrong.
osiris3355
Banned
My last post wasnt about my experiences. It was about anadtech explaining the facts.
Give it time. They will. I thought mine was smooth first few weeks after launch.
You have benchmarks saying its crap and users saying its crap. What more do you want?
Oh calm down, i'm not serious. I like to give notbacon crap because hes such a koolaid drinker. No offense notbacon.
Bingo. I have a co-worker on a s3 still and every time someone teases him he defends it. Hes just never used anything better.
Unfortunately for my Nexus 5x I have used something better. My old 2013 Moto X
Problem with bluetooth is interference with wifi networks since they operate at similar frequencies.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
Want a tablet upgrade for my N7 2013. I passed on last year as my tablet was still going ok figuring I could wait another year for a bigger performance boost.
Plus I got the 16 gig version, and I need more storage.
Something with an 820 should sing in a tablet with less tmp issues.
I'm on a Nexus 5X now, but I came from the 2013 Moto X. Motorola filled that phone with magic. It still feels consistently smoother than my 5X.
But still, I wanted a new phone, and the 5X is hella fresh.
I'm thinking of turning into the type of person who sells their phone each year on Swappa, just to try new tech. Sounds like fun!
Ignorance is bliss.
I think smartphones have reached a point where they have almost stalled.
Nothing from last year has proven revolutionary or interesting enough.
I expect the usual performance improvements here and there but also trying to improve the basics than had been left behind somehow: battery life, slightly better cameras ,fast charging and finger print scanner on most devices, from mid to high end ones. And hopefully the return of several features on some devices that some of us found useful: SD, removable battery, wireless charging, ir blaster, fm radio or waterproofing.
if only the stalling helped to polish some of the basics... unfortunately 2015 was rather disappointing in that regard :/
still love my Nexus 6P though
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
So today's poll question
Which event are you more hyped for at MWC?
Samsung
LG
HTC
Sony
Which event are you more hyped for at MWC?
Samsung
LG
HTC
Sony
crazy monkey
Banned
Lg
Samsung
Sony
Htc
Regarding phone comparisons. Don't compare civics to Ferraris. Don't compare old model to new model. your personnel experience matters otherwise you Will Never new satisfied.
The Faceless Master
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LG
Samsung's flagship event is still half a year away and those other two shouldn't even be options in the poll. Is Kyocera not announcing anything?
Samsung's flagship event is still half a year away and those other two shouldn't even be options in the poll. Is Kyocera not announcing anything?
this.
Jazzy Network
Member
Nah but Alcatel is!
Jigolo
Member
We know almost everything about the S7 so that is out of the question but knowing all that I know right now it's definitely top candidate for my next device ATM.
HTC won't be there so meh and the recent like (although the design might not be final) is also pushing me away from HTC. Wish they'ed used that design from evleaks last year. Would've been an insta-buy.
Sony is only releasing the C6 at MWC and that just seems like a mid range device. http://www.xperiablog.net/2016/01/3...-ultra-successor-ties-in-with-previous-leaks/ (although I do hope Sony take this design and put it in their Z successor with a 5.2" screen and the top and bottom bezels cut in 1/2)
LG has me the most intrigued because we don't know much about the device. Screen size? design? dual cams what do? screen panel (mumors of LG using their OLED panels)?
I think the best time to buy a device this year is after making up your mind post i/o so you get an idea of the next Nexus device which I hope comes in September/ Early October. BY that time G5 and S7 might be discounted a bit and you'll have a good understanding of what to expect in N and whether or not it's worth buying those phones that take a while to get the updates.
lunchtoast
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Thanks for the RS Browser recommendation. Only used chrome because of sync. Took a minute to setup since I didn't see the info about having to manually add permissions.
As far as all the Nexus 5X comments, the phone is frustrating sometimes. You gotta reboot it a few times a week.
"Can you take a picture?"
Me "yeah hold on...ok...wait...hold on...my phone is stuck...wait....ok I gotta reboot, can I use your phone."
As far as all the Nexus 5X comments, the phone is frustrating sometimes. You gotta reboot it a few times a week.
"Can you take a picture?"
Me "yeah hold on...ok...wait...hold on...my phone is stuck...wait....ok I gotta reboot, can I use your phone."
SolarMystic
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So what's THE Android to get sub $400 these days? I really need an upgrade from my 2nd gen Moto E.
Everyone seems to hate the Nexus 5x, which is a shame as I loved the original 5. Is the Moto X Pure the only real option in that price bracket? The Nexus 6p is too expensive for me and I hate having to wait super long for updates, which rules out a lot of phones that are bogged down with custom UIs.
I guess the older Nexus 6 could also be an option.
Should I maybe wait for something else that will release soonish?
Everyone seems to hate the Nexus 5x, which is a shame as I loved the original 5. Is the Moto X Pure the only real option in that price bracket? The Nexus 6p is too expensive for me and I hate having to wait super long for updates, which rules out a lot of phones that are bogged down with custom UIs.
I guess the older Nexus 6 could also be an option.
Should I maybe wait for something else that will release soonish?
I'm going to say the Oneplus 2. $350. While it has its issues, I think it has great battery, very good camera (not as good as some others). I think it has great aesthetics. It's also almost stock Android.
Only problems are the lack of NFC and OP's support, although they were very professional when I had to deal with them.
LostMyNarbles
Member
If you go for the Moto X Pure consider looking on Amazon Warehouse for a deal on a semi-used one, they have it for $270 on there which is a pretty healthy amount of savings if you don't mind buying second-hand. Otherwise you could try to holdout for another Nexus 6 sale from Amazon, but personally I just don't think the Moto X Pure is currently worth paying full price for at the moment, especially since it was on sale from Best Buy for $400 with a $50 GC not long ago. If update speed wasn't an issue you could consider the HTC One M9 for $350 from Best Buy.
Personally I have to think the Nexus 5X has some sort of quality control issue because my runs fine and it's a really nice phone minus the size which I am not fond of and it has pushed me back to using my Fire Phone.
Bloodember
Member
I honestly would steer clear of the Oneplus 2. I had it for a month and it was the worst phone experience I ever had. The battery life isnt that great i got roughly 3 hours SOT with only using stock apps. Yeah its pretty but Oxygen OS, the non standard USB C cable, oneplus support and many other issues that come with it. Your better off with something else.
nature boy
Member
Maybe a Zenfone? They're probably coming out with a Zenfone 3 in a couple months, but it's still a great phone. Camera might be subpar for some. But it has an interesting rom community.
Check out the bands on your carrier.
Maybe worth looking into a cheap BLU phone as well.
Nexus 6 if found cheap is also a good choice.
SolarMystic
Member
I looked at the OnePlus 2 and X and it seems their missing lte bands 12 and 17, which is a no go for me as I use AT&T network through cricket.
Zenphone is laden with bloat and custom UI, way to far from stock for me, plus it stands a good chance of not getting marshmallow.
I wasn't aware of the Moto X being on sale before, I'll check those warehouse deals. What makes you say they are not worth it at $400? Seems to have great specs at that price point.
I like the look of the M9 even though it is kinda far from stock, is it getting an update to marshmallow?
Zenphone is laden with bloat and custom UI, way to far from stock for me, plus it stands a good chance of not getting marshmallow.
I wasn't aware of the Moto X being on sale before, I'll check those warehouse deals. What makes you say they are not worth it at $400? Seems to have great specs at that price point.
I like the look of the M9 even though it is kinda far from stock, is it getting an update to marshmallow?
3600mAh battery for S7 Edge confirmed by FFC
http://www.sammobile.com/2016/02/09/fcc-filing-for-the-galaxy-s7-edge-reveals-3600mah-battery/
LostMyNarbles
Member
It should be getting Marshmallow soon, the Sprint model got it a few days ago so I imagine AT&T/T-Mobile/Verizon aren't far behind.
I just feel like at $400 the Moto X Pure isn't that great of a value when you could get a Nexus 6P for $450 + $40 in GC's. I don't know I guess if it is selling well good for them, but I'm surprised it hasn't dropped to $350 by now.
Jazzy Network
Member
Ugh with LG looking to make their battery capacities smaller, this looks so much more enticing.
MuddyDonut
Member
Moto x Pure is great if you can it for 300. Very happy with my purchase.
Junior Mint
Member
damn
SolarMystic
Member
Wait, $450 + $40 GC? Where is this 6p? That would be my ideal phone, but at $500 with only 32gb is too much for me.
Also interested in the M9 at $350. How does that phone compare to the Moto X and Nexus phones?
LostMyNarbles
Member
I forgot, but its only for the gold model. Otherwise Best Buy has the gold model for $50 off ($450/$500) and it also comes with a $25 GC. Additionally if you add a Tracfone SIM kit for $1 to your cart you also get a $15 GC on top of that. Overall making it $451 + tax for the 32GB model and $40 in Best Buy Giftcards.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/huawei-...=4796627&productCategoryId=pcmcat311200050005
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/tracfon...=4596900&productCategoryId=pcmcat265100050014
Jazzy Network
Member
I don't think so. The Note 5 had great battery life considering it was only 3000 mah.
SolarMystic
Member
Just found that. I hadn't really considered the 6p until now. Is it pretty much the best purchase out of the few we've talked about?
I'm considering eating $50 and getting 64gb version. I'm hesitant to only go with 32gb, even though I could just use Google play for my music library.
I probably would have bought the 5x by now if it wasn't for the widespread issues.
So between this, the M9 @ $350 and a Moto X assuming I could find one for at least $350, what are your guys thoughts?
Edit: If I buy a Nexus phone outside of Google's store, can I still get the extra Google warranty they have on their website? (Same question for the Moto X via Motorolla)
Bloodember
Member
Oneplus 2 does have band 12 and 17. Unless that has changed. The X does not. Still, dont buy the 2.
Don't buy the OP2
Honor 5x is pretty good for $200 but the ui is very skinned.
If you can get a nexus 6 for under $300 that'd be a good choice. It runs Marshmallow very well and of course its first in line for updates.
But it won't...
osiris3355
Banned
I would like to pick one up until nexus november but I really dont want to go back to micro usb. I already started chucking old charges and buying usb c cables
Rewrite
Not as deep as he thinks
That's the one thing I'm not loving, but it's not a deal breaker.
LostMyNarbles
Member
Firstly if you want a bigger screened phone and can handle the size of a phablet I'd take the HTC One M9 off of the list since the biggest advantage over the other two devices is the fact that its a smaller more manageable phone.
Personally I really shouldn't say much between the Nexus 6P and the Moto X Pure since I haven't used either, I'm just going off of the fact that most of the tech reviewers I watch on Youtube seemed to think that the Nexus 6P was the best Android phone of last year. The Moto X is definitely a nice phone I just feel like being how small the price difference is between them the Nexus 6P would be the better buy. If you want to get an idea on both phones Michael Fisher from Pocket Now compared them back in November, but the review is kind of out of date since the Moto X Pure has received Marshmallow since.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrcxHugZFSc
At 349, its still a ripoff. Let me know when it's down to the low price of free.
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