General What phone should I buy next? -- Not sure what device to buy? Ask here!

KidCarter93 · Aug 21, 2012

Hi everyone,

This thread is a continuation of this thread.

This is here so you can discuss what your next phone/tablet should be, if you're not sure what to pick.

Also, if you need advice as to which device is better than another, then feel free to ask those questions in here aswell.

This is an attempt to clear out all the similar threads being created around these forums.

*NOTE* I will be requesting thread maintenance as and when it is needed, to remove any SPAM comments

vj_dustin · Oct 18, 2012

Joekite said:
That's one sexy looking phone, the only thing that I would like to improve it's the camera, don't get me wrong it looks nice but something just a little bit better could make the difference plus an extra memory slot could come in handy

Thanks for the suggestion I'll keep it mind

usually mid range phones sport a 5MP. And the video recording is 720p, this was an exception.
Also for the slot, see, Galaxy S Advance or wait for Galaxy S3 Mini (Though you can check specs on GSMArena even now)

Joekite · Oct 18, 2012

vj_dustin said:
usually mid range phones sport a 5MP. And the video recording is 720p, this was an exception.
Also for the slot, see, Galaxy S Advance or wait for Galaxy S3 Mini (Though you can check specs on GSMArena even now)

I kinda liked the samsung galaxy s advance, though I haven't seen any updates if this phone it's going to have ICS or JB, thanks for the reply, and hopefully this doesn't seem like I'm bothering too much (sorry if it's). But what about a high range phone that's just a little above the already mentioned phones, do you know any possible candidates?

Felimenta97 · Oct 18, 2012

Joekite said:
I kinda liked the samsung galaxy s advance, though I haven't seen any updates if this phone it's going to have ICS or JB, thanks for the reply, and hopefully this doesn't seem like I'm bothering too much (sorry if it's). But what about a high range phone that's just a little above the already mentioned phones, do you know any possible candidates?

I think the Xperia P falls into that category.

"I got my values. So you can keep yours, OK?"

Ghost ic0n · Oct 19, 2012

Felimenta97 said:
I'm glad to help

"I got my values. So you can keep yours, OK?"

Hate to act like a burden, but I'm having trouble finding the mod which increases sound quality. Any chance you can link me to it?

Thanks in advance.

Felimenta97 · Oct 19, 2012

Ghost ic0n said:
Hate to act like a burden, but I'm having trouble finding the mod which increases sound quality. Any chance you can link me to it?

Thanks in advance.

It's called AC!D mod.

"I got my values. So you can keep yours, OK?"

H'D · Oct 19, 2012

First android under $180

Are there any good unlocked GSM phones for under $180 folks? First android! :cyclops:

vj_dustin · Oct 19, 2012

Joekite said:
I kinda liked the samsung galaxy s advance, though I haven't seen any updates if this phone it's going to have ICS or JB, thanks for the reply, and hopefully this doesn't seem like I'm bothering too much (sorry if it's). But what about a high range phone that's just a little above the already mentioned phones, do you know any possible candidates?

First off, this is a device suggestion thread, so no point regarding bothering :highfive:
Now, S Advance will get a direct Official JB update soon. Maybe Q4 2012 or Q1 2013.
And above this range, with your requirements of a better camera, check out,
Motorola RAZR XT910
Motorola Atrix 2
and a bit more higher, you have a clear choice of Galaxy S2

Felimenta97 said:
I think the Xperia P falls into that category.

Xperia P is a great one too, except for the fact that it has a 1305mAh battery that barely lasts for a day with minimal use.

Blair1067 · Oct 19, 2012

mf2112 said:
7 inch tablets seem like an odd size to me. Not really big enough for the things I would use it for to replace a laptop, but too big to replace my phone.

I am not looking for a new phone.Could you give me any suggestion?

simon_cbb · Oct 19, 2012

Great thread! Really enjoying it - reading from people who like to mod their phones, I get the info I really need.

Im on, the little, lovely Xperia U and enjoying it!

Sent from my ST25i using xda premium

vj_dustin · Oct 19, 2012

simon_cbb said:
Great thread! Really enjoying it - reading from people who like to mod their phones, I get the info I really need.

Im on, the little, lovely Xperia U and enjoying it!

Sent from my ST25i using xda premium

I myself was considering buying this phone.
Can you answer a few questions for me please

. How is the overall experience.
. Temple run runs smooth?
. Battery backup on average use (sms, call, socializing, some games)?
. How do you find the typing experience compared to a 4 inch screen if you have used that before?

H4CK_H0PP3R · Oct 19, 2012

HELP

Hi friends,

please help me out to buy tablet,

I dont know much about there hardware configuration,

I want tablet specialy for hacking & fun purpose,like it can be rooted ,new ROMS,i can use backtrack on it n sum other distro & can pentest on it,

wht i wanted 1 gb RAM & highest n awesome processor

+dual boot will be awesome i mean i can use windows or andorid or anything at 1 click (IF AVIALBLE)

+ upgradable

+calling function wil b nice with sim card for using 2g +3g

+ i hv huwaei 7.2mbps modem E1750C unlocked, it can b work on it,

+ Battey must be awesome with gr8 battery backup cz my bro have HTC ka mobile usko full day charging pe rakhke cel use karna padtaa he, i dnt want to face this charging problem

+ front & back camera normal to take pics n for video caling

+ awesome touch scren experiance

+ awesome reviews cz i always buys 1 time only not again n again

+ other normal n amazing features like expandable memry including 16 gb internal memroy,wifi ,usb 2.0 usb 3.0 ports,good sound quality for music n bla bla etc..

My budget is 15-20 K INR but i can add more budget also if above budget fails my requirement

So plz guide me as i know there are some branded tabs also but no idea whether they meet my requirements or not, brand is not important for me, i know some tabs starts with 3.5K but stil i am looking for best long time usable tab,

Help me i will be very very much thankfull to you guys.

help me

Joekite · Oct 19, 2012

Thanks for all the suggestions, now it's a matter of deciding which is the one that I'm going to buy, there's a promotion for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus so I might go for it

Thanks Everyone

mfsr98 · Oct 19, 2012

Exacly like me, there is a promotion for the nexus

elpremo · Oct 19, 2012

perfect and good idea

TheNightHawk223 · Oct 20, 2012

Finally managed to rake in almost enough money for a tablet. Now I'm just wondering if the Nexus 7 is still a good buy as I won't be able to upgrade for a good while and it will take me some time (Around a month) before I can finally get it. I know I should then choose in a month but as I have other reasons of needing to choose early. I also heard of the Acer Iconia A110 which is apperantly almost the same as the Nexus with a sd card slot but minus the nexus benefits. Any advice for which is best?

Sent from my HTC One XL using xda premium

Ghost ic0n · Oct 20, 2012

Felimenta97 said:
It's called AC!D mod.

"I got my values. So you can keep yours, OK?"

Thanks yet again! I'm so rooting for an S now, time to search up some sweet ballistic cases and quality screen protectors along the way as I hunt for a sealed, in-box deal.

As far as the AC!D mod, it looks professional with all of the addons it gives. But, most of its features rely on the Beats Audio engine/stuff. And Beats (by Dr. Dre,) is strictly for bass-heavy pop/hip-hop songs..... and I'm a metal-head. Along with it, a bunch of punk rock. I hope that the mod doesn't mess up the sound and make the vocals and other instruments unclear due to heavy/loud bass.

BTW, does anybody have experience with this mod in terms of listening to rock, metal/progressive metal, and/or punk rock? Oh, and I'm not going to be using Beats headphones. Instead, I have a pair of Monoprice 8323 noise-isolating headphones which cost only $24, and compete (if not even win at points) with $200+ Beats headphones (according to many professional reviews.)

Felimenta97 · Oct 20, 2012

Ghost ic0n said:
Thanks yet again! I'm so rooting for an S now, time to search up some sweet ballistic cases and quality screen protectors along the way as I hunt for a sealed, in-box deal.

As far as the AC!D mod, it looks professional with all of the addons it gives. But, most of its features rely on the Beats Audio engine/stuff. And Beats (by Dr. Dre,) is strictly for bass-heavy pop/hip-hop songs..... and I'm a metal-head. Along with it, a bunch of punk rock. I hope that the mod doesn't mess up the sound and make the vocals and other instruments unclear due to heavy/loud bass.

BTW, does anybody have experience with this mod in terms of listening to rock, metal/progressive metal, and/or punk rock? Oh, and I'm not going to be using Beats headphones. Instead, I have a pair of Monoprice 8323 noise-isolating headphones which cost only $24, and compete (if not even win at points) with $200+ Beats headphones (according to many professional reviews.)

Well, I listen to a certain number of music styles, such as electronics, rock, punk rock, a little of pop in general (not the ****ty pop most listen), and, IMO, it is perfect for me.

"A scattered dream that's like a far off memory
A far off memory that's like a scattered dream"

CPQR · Oct 20, 2012

Okay, So I have a Xperia U st25i and am a happy user. Now I want to gift my girl a new phone and I am stuck between Sola & U.
They are almost same spec wise but I think Sola has a better shape. I can get them for almost same price on eBay.
So what are your suggestions, any other phone in this price range you guys can suggest?

maged6294 · Oct 20, 2012

I don't know what should I buy between Samasung Galaxy S3 Mini or Samsung Galaxy Note 2? Can some one hlep me to fix this "problem" for me?

Brute.Force · Oct 20, 2012

phone with huge dev support

Friends i want to buy a phone which has huge dev support and custom roms. i know about htc hd2 and nexus one but they are lil bit expensive. so recommend me a phone for which i can expect custom roms for future android. i can afford the following
1. htc aria
2. htc legend
3. htc explorer
4. samsung galaxy gio
5. htc hero
6. any other phone in the same price range
plz dont recommend zte blade as it is not available in my area.
Thanks in advance

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