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[Jazzy Network]

it's like they had left over Moto 360 shells lol




I got mine updated like push notifications. Think it's because I turned on "Enable Data Sync" in Advanced options. or could just have been in the notifications setting and turning it on i'm not sure.

Nice thanks. For some reason I didn't see that option there the first few times. Enjoying it more now with the option.

 

[osiris3355]

What's going on with the tablet market? My requirement list:

~10", 1080p minimum
32gb + SD card
Not missing basic things like light sensors
Not a shitty no-name brand that I could never get support from
Not super high end expensive

The closest I can find is a Lenovo tablet, but I think that's the one I saw that is missing a light sensor. It's either that, Samsung (but I hate their cartoony looking AI when stock Android is so clean in comparison) or go to the other side and get an iPad. I tried to look up the Sony tablet but that seems to have been discontinued.

My Nexus 7 still works fine for the most part (screen rotation sensors give up and it needs a restart to fix) but I want something bigger for all this browsing, and I want a better comic reader screen.

Pixel C is awesome. That or wait.

 

[Watevaman]

Does Messenger use as much battery as the FB app does? I'm using Facebook mobile for my feed but it made me install Messenger and I wonder if that'll drain my battery.

 

[SomedayTheFire]

Really missing merge chrome tabs and apps tbh.

Are there any twitter apps with real time push notifications?

 

[Saiyan-Rox]

Really missing merge chrome tabs and apps tbh.

Are there any twitter apps with real time push notifications?

I really miss it too tbh I got so used to it.

Also anyone notice how chrome now wants to make the top bar blue on gaf but then losses it?

 

[Rushersauce]

Awww man.... I can put a little bit more of money and grab the Z5C instead of all my other options... TEMPTINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG

 

[Reckoner]

Awww man.... I can put a little bit more of money and grab the Z5C instead of all my other options... TEMPTINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG

Don't buy a phone with SD810. Don't do that to yourself.

 

[SomedayTheFire]

I really miss it too tbh I got so used to it.

Also anyone notice how chrome now wants to make the top bar blue on gaf but then losses it?

Yeah that's happened to me for a while.

 

[Noema]

Awww man.... I can put a little bit more of money and grab the Z5C instead of all my other options... TEMPTINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG

Why would you do that to yourself?

Please don't.

 

[Rushersauce]

Don't buy a phone with SD810. Don't do that to yourself.

Is it really that bad? Man, it's so sexy and the battery life is promising. I've been watching some videos on the issue and it seems that it's no that bad.

Any Gaffer with an XPERIA Z5C?

 

[wilflare]

Can't believe Alto's Adventure is lagging on the Nexus 6P :/

 

[osiris3355]

Can't believe Alto's Adventure is lagging on the Nexus 6P :/

I can. That SOC is garbage and people need to not recommend any phones with it.

 

[Rushersauce]

Welp. Not going with anything with either the 808 or 810 in it.

 

[Groof]

the 6p is great but if you can, stay far away from the 810

 

[crazy monkey]

Awww man.... I can put a little bit more of money and grab the Z5C instead of all my other options... TEMPTINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG

Z5c is beautiful phone. 810 sucks yes but if you had asked for 6p or 5x everyone would have said yes. They are good phones. I am running on 801 since i have lg g3 but for day to day casual use it should be fine.

Technically 820 phones are getting close and in some cases cheaper than 810 phones. I would buy those if possible. I really wish they would make z6c. Nubia z11 mini or some thing like that with 820 would be great.

 

[Noema]

Z5c is beautiful phone. 810 sucks yes but if you had asked for 6p everyone would have said yes.

And for good reason.

 

[crazy monkey]

And for good reason.

Agreed.

 

[Rushersauce]

And for good reason.

Because Google updates? If that's the only reason, then I think I'm not bothered at all.

 

[LostMyNarbles]

Other than Google supplied updates the Nexus 6P isn't that fantastic of a phone. The crappy snapdragon 810 really drags the phone down from being good and it also has some build quality issues. Nowadays it isn't a recommended phone at all given how expensive it still is. Something like the Axon 7 is going to completely outclass it at a better price.

 

[crazy monkey]

Because Google updates? If that's the only reason, then I think I'm not bothered at all.

for 810 chips yes. It has really good camera as well.other than that as is said you can get 820 phones cheaper or close. get those.

 

[Jzero]

I hope the Nextus is water resistant because i'm not going to upgrade my 6P until then.

 

[clav]

for 810 chips yes. It has really good camera as well.other than that as is said you can get 820 phones cheaper or close. get those.

If I remember correctly, HTC 10 has the same camera module as the Nexus 5X and 6P.

 

[crazy monkey]

If I remember correctly, HTC 10 has the same camera module as the Nexus 5X and 6P.

i don't know that. honestly htc 10 is the least exciting phone for me from this gen.

 

[osiris3355]

i don't know that. honestly htc 10 is the least exciting phone for me from this gen.

Phones without tons of bloatware are not exciting.

 

[reKon]

I've just realized that I've sold at least 4 friends/co-workers on buying the Galaxy S7 based on the photos and videos I've taken and showed them. Didn't tell them shit about the phone either, lol. Two of them previously had iPhone's.

 

[Rushersauce]

Awww man.... I really want the Z5C, but... Fuck.. I'll talk it with my pillow.

 

[Reckoner]

I actually don't understand the hype around the 6P. Two months ago I bought it and after a week I sold it. For a flagship phone that's priced as such, it lags and hangs way too much, takes time to process photos and the screen disappointed me for 2016.

If the best 810 phone does that, I wouldn't want to deal with the others.

 

[Rushersauce]

Man, fuck the 810. I really want a small android phone that is not outdated . And the Z5C would've been perfect if not for that stupid overheating POS. ahhhh

 

[Frustrated_me]

Hey AndroidGAF!

Two weeks ago I decided to start learning Java and make an Android app, I'm this close to adding my app to the Play Store. Android studio is pretty cool, although my laptop with only 4 gigs struggled so hard to make it this far.

The app connects to a database server and pulls Premfaces from premfaces.com, the premfaces are organized by different categories and are easily searchable. The main raison d'etre of the app is to easily find and share premfaces, there are action buttons that a) copy the direct link of the premface to clipboard b) copy the direct link of the premface using IMG tags (for forums) and c) share intents, basically share anywhere (WhatsApp, Facebook, etc).

I have someone making me a proper logo to use for both the website and the app itself, once I get that it should be ready for primetime. I then have a list of features for the next few versions like register and login (connects to the database API), favorite/like premfaces, vote and comments. All of these features are already availble through the website today.

It's been so much fun learning, endless sleepless nights always pushing an inch forward. I have no idea what it's like to develop and app for iPhone but Android development is pretty accessible, there are tutorials everywhere.

Here is what it roughly looks like, thanks!

 

[Sakura]

Just got a new phone today, Aquos Xx3. Apparently has a 120hz screen which is cool I guess.

 

[Jigolo]

Hey AndroidGAF!

Two weeks ago I decided to start learning Java and make an Android app, I'm this close to adding my app to the Play Store. Android studio is pretty cool, although my laptop with only 4 gigs struggled so hard to make it this far.

The app connects to a database server and pulls Premfaces from premfaces.com, the premfaces are organized by different categories and are easily searchable. The main raison d'etre of the app is to easily find and share premfaces, there are action buttons that a) copy the direct link of the premface to clipboard b) copy the direct link of the premface using IMG tags (for forums) and c) share intents, basically share anywhere (WhatsApp, Facebook, etc).

I have someone making me a proper logo to use for both the website and the app itself, once I get that it should be ready for primetime. I then have a list of features for the next few versions like register and login (connects to the database API), favorite/like premfaces, vote and comments. All of these features are already availble through the website today.

It's been so much fun learning, endless sleepless nights always pushing an inch forward. I have no idea what it's like to develop and app for iPhone but Android development is pretty accessible, there are tutorials everywhere.

Here is what it roughly looks like, thanks!

Where did you learn?

 

[Frustrated_me]

Where did you learn?

In the dark corner of my living room at 4 in the morning. Jokes aside, I just started with downloading Android studio and loading the built-in Navigation Drawer example - which actually turns out to be really confusing. I then loaded a blank template and started following guides, tutorials, github libraries, etc.

I wouldn't know how to do anything without the resources online, I'm still learning the basics as I go along, trying to understand what does what and where. Activity, fragments, adapters, API support, etc. There's so much at first but you get a hang of it eventually, I think.

 

[crazy monkey]

Man, fuck the 810. I really want a small android phone that is not outdated . And the Z5C would've been perfect if not for that stupid overheating POS. ahhhh

you should get it if you want. I would if i had budget. Z3c is still fine option as well. look at this review. There are lot of 5 inch options. Even the large phone such as s7 actually feel much smaller in hand due to better ergonomics.

http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_z5_compact-review-1318p10.php

 

[osiris3355]

you should get it if you want. I would if i had budget. Z3c is still fine option as well. look at this review. There are lot of 5 inch options. Even the large phone such as s7 actually feel much smaller in hand due to better ergonomics.

http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_z5_compact-review-1318p10.php

The z5c is not a good recommendation. Way too much to spend on a phone that has a 1.5 year old processor that has thermal issues.

Wait or go cheaper.

 

[crazy monkey]

The z5c is not a good recommendation. Way too much to spend on a phone that has a 1.5 year old processor that has thermal issues.

Wait or go cheaper.

for less then 5 inch there is not much option out there. I agree that there are way too many good options coming up. Honestly mi5 is perfect size wise as well. I was looking for z5c as well some time ago but it is still too costly.

 

[Rushersauce]

The z5c is not a good recommendation. Way too much to spend on a phone that has a 1.5 year old processor that has thermal issues.

Wait or go cheaper.

It's actually a bit cheaper than the NEXUS 5X (32gb) here in Chile (quite, actually)

http://www.promovil.cl/lg/489-nexus-5x-32gb-negro.html
(380)
vs

http://iprotech.cl/2-0/index.php/sony/
(310)

It's almost in the same price range as a Xiaomi REDMI note pro 3. Is it still a bad recommendation if it is cheap?

 

[wilflare]

I would actually buy an updated 6P with a 820 or Exoynos.

Bleh I'm not receiving the latest Twitter UI update on my end.

 

[osiris3355]

It's actually a bit cheaper than the NEXUS 5X (32gb) here in Chile (quite, actually)

http://www.promovil.cl/lg/489-nexus-5x-32gb-negro.html
(380)
vs

http://iprotech.cl/2-0/index.php/sony/
(310)

It's almost in the same price range as a Xiaomi REDMI note pro 3. Is it still a bad recommendation if it is cheap?

For a good price sure. Just be aware it's not going to last forever and may have poor resale value.

 

[crazy monkey]

For a good price sure. Just be aware it's not going to last forever and may have poor resale value.

I think z5c will have good resale value due to being unique in size. sony name still demands some respect. It is 499 Canadian dollar still so quite expensive. Amazon has it for $572.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sony-Compact-E5823-Unlocked-Smartphone/dp/B015ZK47BW
http://www.expansys.ca/mobile-phones/sim-free-phones/brand/sony/

 

[MarkusRJR]

Is there any way to remove all my personal data off a bootlooped LG G4? Don't feel comfortable handing away a phone with all of my login info on it. I heard putting it in your freezer for 30 minutes can help let the phone temporary run for a few minutes, but I doubt I can get through a factory reset that quickly. Any ideas?

Also, fuck LG devices. I have never owned a device with so many problems in my life. Even my shitty Blackberry Pearl didn't stop working randomly, or have constant software glitches.

 

[Mindwipe]

Man, fuck the 810. I really want a small android phone that is not outdated . And the Z5C would've been perfect if not for that stupid overheating POS. ahhhh

Yeah, just ship a Z5C with an 820 and a better camera lens. That's literally all they need to do. And they won't.

 

[Calabi]

Man, fuck the 810. I really want a small android phone that is not outdated . And the Z5C would've been perfect if not for that stupid overheating POS. ahhhh

I've had mine for months and had no heating issues at all. In my opinion the heating issues were overblown they were reported before it was released and I havent seen many after. Its your loss if you dont want a decent phone without at least trying it.

 

[Saiyan-Rox]

Having a headphone jack issue with my 6P

when I got it it always felt like headphones weren't "clicking" in (they do now) but I have a pair of headphones that wont work on it with the supplied Android cable but the iOS one does work (for sound anyway not controls) but the Android Cable works on my Pixel C, 3DS, PC, Vita and TV so i'm not sure if the headphone jack on the phone is about to go on me.


Worth contacting Google? other headphones/earphones work (some don't make the clicking feel when fully in) so it's only one set but still.

 

[Jazzy Network]

Is there any way to remove all my personal data off a bootlooped LG G4? Don't feel comfortable handing away a phone with all of my login info on it. I heard putting it in your freezer for 30 minutes can help let the phone temporary run for a few minutes, but I doubt I can get through a factory reset that quickly. Any ideas?

Also, fuck LG devices. I have never owned a device with so many problems in my life. Even my shitty Blackberry Pearl didn't stop working randomly, or have constant software glitches.

Call your carrier if it's a carrier owned model and they'll troubleshoot it for you.

 

[DrFunk]

have an unlocked HTC 10? You're getting a decent update:

If you've got an unlocked HTC 10 in North America you should be waking up to a firmware update this morning.

The 304-megabyte update takes things to software version 1.80.617.1. Here's the official changelog:

Android Security Patches
Bug Fixes
System Stability Improvements

Additionally, HTC updated its camera app for the M10 over the weekend. That changelog reads thusly:

Improvements to RAW capture experience.
Improved main/front camera switching.
Performance improvements and bug fixes.

 

[DrFunk]

Motomod prices, via Verizon:


JBL SoundBoost – $79.99
Insta-Share Projector – $299
Kate Spade New York Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Power Pack – $89.99
TUMI Wireless Charging Power Pack – $99.99

 

[The Faceless Master]

Motomod prices, via Verizon:


JBL SoundBoost – $79.99
Insta-Share Projector – $299
Kate Spade New York Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Power Pack – $89.99
TUMI Wireless Charging Power Pack – $99.99

i expected the JBL Soundboost to cost $100 and the style shells to cost $50.

the others are not surprising.

 

[brotkasten]

Motomod prices, via Verizon:


JBL SoundBoost – $79.99
Insta-Share Projector – $299
Kate Spade New York Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Style Shell – $69.99
TUMI Power Pack – $89.99
TUMI Wireless Charging Power Pack – $99.99

Seeing how they're 3rd party, it shouldn't take too long until you can get cheap Chinese knock-offs. Not the worst thing in the world.

 

[Mindwipe]

I've had mine for months and had no heating issues at all. In my opinion the heating issues were overblown they were reported before it was released and I havent seen many after. Its your loss if you dont want a decent phone without at least trying it.

The Z5C is certainly okay, but there are definitely thermal throttling issues with subsequent pausing problems and lower battery life as a result.

 

[Toki767]

Seeing how they're 3rd party, it shouldn't take too long until you can get cheap Chinese knock-offs. Not the worst thing in the world.

In order to get cheap Chinese knock-offs, the thing would have to take off, which it won't.