I didn't think I was behind. It just seems weird they pushed out an OS update with no version number change of any type.
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I didn't think I was behind. It just seems weird they pushed out an OS update with no version number change of any type.
osiris3355
Banned
That's BC it's the monthly security update. They've been doing this for quite a while now. Updates don't require version number changes.
Also, the only way your going to fix that battery life is getting a phone without that piece of shit Qualcomm 808.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/10/14/upcoming-htc-bolt-leaked-5-5-inch-screen-no-headphone-jack/
Headphone jack? Who needs it /s
Headphone jack? Who needs it /s
VanMardigan
has calmed down a bit.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/10/14/upcoming-htc-bolt-leaked-5-5-inch-screen-no-headphone-jack/
Headphone jack? Who needs it /s
The biggest reason why I don't own an iPhone right now. Just couldn't do it. They really didn't provide a compelling reason why you would want to give up that port for a proprietary port.
Good video comparison of $400 android phones. (Plus I like Michael Fisher)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8fBNsRt9bw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8fBNsRt9bw
Assume Google has him locked in a room working day and night until Andromeda is ready
It's way faster than Firefox which I was previously using.
Note 7 to be banned on all US airways, sez twitter
http://www.theverge.com/2016/10/14/13288978/samsung-galaxy-note-7-flight-ban-faa-us
http://www.theverge.com/2016/10/14/13288978/samsung-galaxy-note-7-flight-ban-faa-us
Good. Should have happened sooner than this though.
Camera?
I feel like that's most phones these days. As long as you're phone isn't more than a year old, it's probably fine.
It's very nice. Feels great in-game, plenty bright, long lasting battery, and keeps a shit load of stuff in memory.
Not the snappiest phone, and the camera only really does well in manual mode, but otherwise it's great! No regrets with my purchase
Perfect. Probably the best of any smartphone, easy. Leave it on Auto, and it's the closest to iPhone "just works" level of reliability and quality on the Android side (including the galaxy s7)
No weird lag after multiple HDR+ shots
Cool, I'm gonna get this. Think I will go with the regular model as I like the clean front without finger print reader.
Hype.
Rushersauce
Banned
It's good and there is an oficial indian rom with a better translation, and plenty of custom Roms. XDA and Zukfans.eu are alive and growing.
And yes, OTAs are fixing bugs and improving stuff. But, if you have the Chinese rom, you need to use a VPN to download the OTAs. If you have the Indian, you can download them normally.
peppermints
Member
wrong thread!
Saiyan-Rox
Member
It's not worth me getting the Pixel and selling my OP3 is it....having like an internal fight with myself
fluffydelusions
Member
Just thought of another disappointment with the Pixel for me personally...not water resistant like the s7 or the iPhone 7. This would be a non issue for me were I still living on the east coast but since I'm now in the PNW and it rains here pretty much everyday at this time of year it's a pretty desirable feature to have.
EDIT @Rox598 ^^ At this point in time I wouldn't. I'd at least wait for a sale if you are dead set on getting one since the OP3 is a solid device. No real reason to jump on right away plus gives it time to work out any bugs etc with the device.
EDIT @Rox598 ^^ At this point in time I wouldn't. I'd at least wait for a sale if you are dead set on getting one since the OP3 is a solid device. No real reason to jump on right away plus gives it time to work out any bugs etc with the device.
Jazzy Network
Member
Probably not. Ask yourself this: Why do you need to upgrade? If you can't find at least 3 legitimate answers, don't do it. That's what I usually do.
CreepingFear
Member
If this year's iPhone 7 Plus had the headphone jack, I would have bought it over the Pixel, despite me hating iOS and it's lack of freedom. The battery life and camera are that good.
Saiyan-Rox
Member
The software on it is the main reason I want to jump but the software support has been great on the OP3....Guess I answered my own question there didn't I.
Just wish the Rhino Shield I had on there with a skin didn't get stuck and damaged my phone getting it off. Also dropped it and scratched the top of the phone screen (not in the display thankfully just where the screen protector didn't cover) and damage really annoys me on my stuff.
Prototype Viktor
Member
Don't update Google photos to 2.2 unless you want a memory leak that leads to massive battery drain even with sync off
That's the #1
and IMO only real
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
Yeah wtf I experienced this yesterday. Ridiculous.
PinkyMonkey
Banned
https://youtu.be/WOAkUf8wdHw
So Moto Z Play handles heavy games beautifully and doesn't produce too much heat. Its a humongous battery, a lag free experience and great gaming performance why would anyone not buy this phone?
So Moto Z Play handles heavy games beautifully and doesn't produce too much heat. Its a humongous battery, a lag free experience and great gaming performance why would anyone not buy this phone?
Jazzy Network
Member
Because it's still overpriced and made by Lenovo. I agree it's a good device if you realize you'll never get support for it.
LostMyNarbles
Member
Because it costs too much and is made by Motorola. Terrible customer service and we see how they are treating their flagship phone from last year the Moto X Pure. No definitive date on Nougat and if I recall correctly security updates have been few and far between.
The security updates are named just that and I got it on Oct 5th. This was labeled as an OS update. Also my phone was fine before upgrading to 7.0 but that's just because I don't use it often.
Prototype Viktor
Member
I went from 90% battery to 40% in 2 hours and photos was 60% of the drain, next day it used 1070mAh in 1h40m
The Faceless Master
Member
oh wow, got a SMS from my carrier and a notification from Samsung both asking for me to turn in my device. they're getting desperate.
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
Frankly, because of the recall, I now want one.
BeautifulMemory
Member
The HTC 10 is back on sale. Recommend it overall? I have a z3v now
CrispyBoar
Banned
The Pixel isn't waterproof. Best to go for something like the s7 Edge.
osiris3355
Banned
It was the October 5th security update... The next real OS update is 7.1 which leaves beta in December.
Not that Google doesn't stick software improvements in the security updates bc they certainly do.
Nexus 5x battery started taking a dive long before 7.0.
Saiyan-Rox
Member
Vinterbird
Member
I'm looking for a phone for my mom, she currently has a really old Sony phone (I think it's a Txt Pro with a physical slideout keyboard).
She needs something small with a good battery life. I'm considering getting her a Robin, but how big is that phone? Also is the small OnePlus phone any good?
She needs something small with a good battery life. I'm considering getting her a Robin, but how big is that phone? Also is the small OnePlus phone any good?
Don't do that to the woman who carried you for 9 months and gave you birth.
What's your budget?
bonchooski
Member
don't get the Robin it isn't small nor good on battery.
Vinterbird
Member
Budget is probably max of 400 dollars, but 400 dollars worth of phone is a bit different in Europe since prices seem to be vastly higher over here.
JonnyDBrit
Member
General question regarding a replacement and upgrade I'm getting from Samsung (no, not to do with the Note 7 - my S4 mini's motherboard failed). Generally speaking, what are people's thoughts on the A5? I'm not sure if it'll be the 2015 or 2016 model, but wanted a sense of how it compares to what I had previously.
AyaisMUsikWhore
Member
But how many people are dropping their phones in water these days? Like it's a cute feature to have but I think we survived years without water issues being such the norm which it still isn't.
I'll never understand the overstating of this feature....like there's so much phones that never had water resistance or proofing but there are less people dropping their phones in water vs people who crack their screen which is definitely more of the norm. To each their own, but I'll never find water resistance that deep, especially when phones that aren't even certified still have a small bit of resistance that don't immediately mess up your phone.
TTOOLL
Member
The A5 2016 is nice. Metal and glass, fingerprint sensor, supports samsung pay...
I would consider the A7 too, because battery.
Jazzy Network
Member
Sauce?