The Faceless Master
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good design = metal and/or glass parts.
those are the tech blog rules, not just the verge.
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Samsung Galaxy S4 (new flagship Android phone from Samsung)
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good design = metal and/or glass parts.
those are the tech blog rules, not just the verge.
I think the design complaints stem more from it not only looking cheap, but also feeling cheap in the hand, especially compared to devices that use more "premium" materials such as aluminium and whathaveyou. I can agree that at times it looks quite alright, but when holding it it just feels bad, probably due to the glossy and slippery coating they put on there.
The Faceless Master
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but it feels great. in fact many of the reviews that complain about the look and the plastic immediately say that the hand feel is awesome.
Guess I must be the only one that thinks it feels about as good as stiffened jizz on a cactus.
The Faceless Master
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no, the verge reviewer said something like that too... and most people laughed at the description.
Expecting better material/better feeling plastic shouldn't be laughed at.
Some plastic devices actually get good design scores. The recent mid-range Nokia Lumia 720 with its unibody plastic shell got a 9 for its design: http://www.theverge.com/2013/4/16/4226108/nokia-lumia-720-review
Last year's One X was a lot nicer than the GS3, too.
The Faceless Master
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well, the Verizon GS4 isn't out yet, so we don't know, but the Verizon Galaxy Note II also had that same thing. gotta root or custom rom to remove it.
This should really all go in the android customization thread
the verge's review in general pissed me off....i mean in their topshelf show where they reviewed all current phones they mocked the s4 for it's sound effects .. i mean really .. they don't know how to go into a menu screen?
i'm kinda taking the piss their but MAYBE they don't....i mean the guy carried three phones with him because he didn't like sense on the htc one ..i mean holy of all fucks ... download a launcher ..
but also ... i mean in the s4 review they make a note of a slow gallery .... actually i seen several reviews online state this .... guess what ... gallery defaults to loading cloud media also. my s4 has been syncing pics since i turned it of this arvo.
setting the gallery to local content is as easy as hitting a menu key, but some how these "experts" can't figure that out.
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i'm kinda taking the piss their but MAYBE they don't....i mean the guy carried three phones with him because he didn't like sense on the htc one ..i mean holy of all fucks ... download a launcher ..
but also ... i mean in the s4 review they make a note of a slow gallery .... actually i seen several reviews online state this .... guess what ... gallery defaults to loading cloud media also. my s4 has been syncing pics since i turned it of this arvo.
setting the gallery to local content is as easy as hitting a menu key, but some how these "experts" can't figure that out.
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Well, I did it.
My wallet didn't enjoy it, but it'll be worth it in December when I jump ship from Big Red.
Jumping ship, you're going to give up that unlimited LTE?
And damn CA tax, mine comes out to $714.
They couldn't hold it long enough to get that far. It felt too wet.
Unrelated, I bought a Moga Pro controller with some Amazon credit to use with my S4. It's a surprisingly solid feeling controller. The only issue I have is that the right analog stick is a bit too close to the buttons. Works great on a bunch of games and emulators I've tried it on.
Is there a good index of Live Wallpapers? I want something simple and most of the online ones are busy stuff. A few active lines would be perfect, sort of like the relatively subtle stock live ones.
I am considering upgrading my phone (Galaxy 5), I would like to get the S4 but I am not sure if I will benefit from the top of the line hardware since all I use my phone for is neogaf and wikipedia. I would definitely like a larger screen but 5" seems a bit excessive.
At this moment I am considering the S3, S3 Mini and S4
At this moment I am considering the S3, S3 Mini and S4
Nemesis_
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JaseMath
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You're not. It feels like a cheap toy compared to sets like HTC One.
Oh man, 99% of those are extremely tacky. I don't get how people could use those. The only live wallpapers I've liked so far are the Nexus Triangles and the stock Bubbles one.
Well, I did it.
My wallet didn't enjoy it, but it'll be worth it in December when I jump ship from Big Red.
Holy shit, where I live, you get the S4 for free if you take a 40 contract.
And he's taking no contract, hence the price.
Nemesis_
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Yeah, as I said, didn't have a good look.
So hard to find some that are decent these days.
I did install two in my app history. These weren't on my S4, but on my HTC Desire HD which was almost three years ago now (I think).
Have a look at "Mystic Halo" or "City at Night". Both are somewhat simple and not too tacky.
I still prefer static images for my S4 though.
There is also a typographic one called "wp clock", that may appeal too. and it is highly customisable.
Tempting to hold onto it forever and ever since it may never be offered again on VZW, but even with my heavy-ish data use it is barely worth it when you factor in what I'm losing in subsidies.
Probably going to wind up switching to Sprint. We'll see.
Re: Live Wallpapers,
I've been using Light Grid for ages. You can customize the colours. Right now mine is just black and grey squares, very simple but a neat effect. The video there is not representative of the default look.
I've been using Light Grid for ages. You can customize the colours. Right now mine is just black and grey squares, very simple but a neat effect. The video there is not representative of the default look.
I see. It's invaluable for me since I use my phone as a hotspot for home and work internet.
http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/06/samsung-gs4-att-32gb/
at least you won't have to sweat the space as much
Engadget has the S600 version as having better battery life:
http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/06/samsung-galaxy-s4-octacore-review/
Also, in Engadget's case they tested both versions on the same network - T-Mobile. The Pocketnow Youtube video tested a Sprint S600 versus a gsm Exynos Octacore. Having a stronger signal helps with battery life, so it's better if they can use the same network and eliminate that as a variable.
http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/06/samsung-gs4-att-32gb/
at least you won't have to sweat the space as much
If the deal with the 100 dollar for Smartphone is still a go, I might go for it... I will miss GS2 though. My first smart phone, but its rebooting like crazy now. :|
Victory Red
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How can I make it so it doesn't always sync?
Genesis Knight
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Mine was a little laggy (AT&T), did the kernel tweaks over at xda and it's super smooth now. Great!
BigEvilTurtle
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Mind PMing me a link for when I get mine?
Stellactic
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Genesis Knight
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2263221
Requires root and Trickster MOD, at your own risk of course.
BigEvilTurtle
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Ah, thanks man!
Can you post a link to that? Getting mine in a few days!
Whoops, didn't see that before I posted. Sorry!
Is it worth rooting now or should we wait for the other carriers?
Genesis Knight
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Well if you want to be safe wait until the at&t bootloader is posted and somebody provides a stock rom to restore to in case something goes wrong. Otherwise have at it I guess, that's what I did.
So far I have no bloatware, and no lag. So those two perks were worth it.
http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/06/samsung-gs4-att-32gb/
at least you won't have to sweat the space as much
Sold!
The Faceless Master
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FullMetalx117
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I have unlimited data right now with verizon. I'm thinking about getting the GS4. Now I can't decide whether or not keeping unlimited is worth paying $650+ tax for the GS4. Has anyone gone through this?
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