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KidCarter93

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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
 
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Kularam

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Cube U18GT - Is it worth it for a less than $100 7" Tablet?

Hi guys,

This is my first time looking at getting a tablet. I didnt want to spend too much money and then I ran across this tablet:

Cube U18GT (Its not letting me link at the moment but I'll put up a link asap. Till then google it :p)


From reading up about tablets for the last 4-5 days, this seems to tick all my boxes. Even so, I am still wary as I could not find any detailed reviews for this product, although the Cube U30GT seems to be popular enough. Does anyone have any thoughts on this tablet?

Also, I have read that this will most likely not have the Facebook App as well as google talk and a couple of other stock apps as this is a chinese tablet. This is not too much of an issue but if it does become one (with other app restrictions), is it easy to flash the tablet with a custom firmware?

Any thoughts on this matter would be much appreciated!!

Thanks guys :cyclops:
 

CeBits

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Sorry I made separate threat, here is my question.

I need to replace ma aged Milestone (OG Droid) and basically this two are the only choice I have (contract, gift etc)

I like the IP67 cert. on the GO and love the idea of dual core cpu, however I am worried about the screen res HVGA on 3.5", will I go blind from the pixel size? 165 ppi

I like the screen size on One V, the ICS and the unibody, but I am worried that it won't be much of an upgrade from my old phone (running at 1 Ghz on CM7). I was looking at some quadrant benchmarks and while it is faster, its not by much. However the 512mb ram would be a huge upgrade to me (milestone locked BL, no swap apps shutdown).

As far as I can tell, they both have decent 5mp cameras and shoot nice 720p videos.

Need advice.
 

suraj beragu

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go for Microsoft Surface its better..!!

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GO For HTC one X . Samsung devices dont stay on in the market for long.
 

NeoFox69

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HTC One X or Samsung Galaxy SIII?

Hello Guys...

I'm going to buy one of these two "babies" and I would like your opinion.
I already know that Samsung has SD slot and HTC not, and that Samsung has an accessible battery.
But even so, in the global picture, what is the best choice?
I have an HTC Desire for over 2 years, and I like it a lot, and my first choice would be the One X, but I wold like the "expert" opinion.
I live in Portugal, and don't have access to test them live, so I need your help.

Thanks and be cool.
And congratulations to all on XDA, the best community in the world... :D ;)

Any help, please... :confused:
 
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edruig

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go for Microsoft Surface its better..!!

---------- Post added at 04:59 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:54 PM ----------

GO For HTC one X . Samsung devices dont stay on in the market for long.


But there wont be a new galaxy s for maybe 6 months...

What about Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1? Will I be able to make calls and to text with it? (SMS)
 
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Shawn

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Hey guys, I'm looking for a new phone. I want something with at least ICS, and a good amount of development going on for it. I don't want something with a locked bootloader. 4.3" screen or bigger, 4G probably. Has to be AT&T or unlockable to them. Maybe $300 or less.

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SonyXPERIAUser

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Hello

If you are thinking beetween S3 or One x, Buy S3! Its awesome device, just looking at it says you what it is, so beautiful screen and only one thing i dont like-touchwiz. But flash a custom rom and problem solved ;) :fingers-crossed:
 

mfsr98

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wow dude the xperia play is really old (you mean that one certified by playstation, right? :p) I would say the defy plus! It looks good, but never touched one, so not sure :D
 

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If you are thinking beetween S3 or One x, Buy S3! Its awesome device, just looking at it says you what it is, so beautiful screen and only one thing i dont like-touchwiz. But flash a custom rom and problem solved ;) :fingers-crossed:

If the S3 has a beautiful screen to you I want to see your face when you see a slcd2 screen... Just pure amazing.

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Superdod

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Hey!
I would like to hear your opinions on this one. Should I get a ZTE Grand X or a Sony Ericcson Arc S?
Thanks in advance!
 

bones10187

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Ive searched google for days and have had no posative result or have i found anyone that has acheived the same goal so i thought what better place to ask then the xda forums.
Im looking to buy a new tablet for 1 purpose only, i have the torque app on my droid and have bought several bluetooth obd2 adapters from ebay but have yet found 1 to work, for those that have just asked themselves what the hell is a obd2 adapter its for car diagnostics.
What im aiming todo is buy a android tablet that will allow me to plug in a obd2 adaptor through usb as these have no issues and run the torque app but on my searches people have said that the tab would have to allow usb interface with the adapter, i dont really want to go spend 1, 2 or £300 on a tab to realize that it dont work. The tab will be mounted in the car for this strict purpose instead of always having to get out the laptop to run checks and the torque app has much more to offer unlike the usual car diagnostics software.

I really hope someone can help me with this situation as its anoying me that ive bough an app and i have no way of using it.


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jugg1es

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Ive searched google for days and have had no posative result or have i found anyone that has acheived the same goal so i thought what better place to ask then the xda forums.
Im looking to buy a new tablet for 1 purpose only, i have the torque app on my droid and have bought several bluetooth obd2 adapters from ebay but have yet found 1 to work, for those that have just asked themselves what the hell is a obd2 adapter its for car diagnostics.
What im aiming todo is buy a android tablet that will allow me to plug in a obd2 adaptor through usb as these have no issues and run the torque app but on my searches people have said that the tab would have to allow usb interface with the adapter, i dont really want to go spend 1, 2 or £300 on a tab to realize that it dont work. The tab will be mounted in the car for this strict purpose instead of always having to get out the laptop to run checks and the torque app has much more to offer unlike the usual car diagnostics software.

I really hope someone can help me with this situation as its anoying me that ive bough an app and i have no way of using it.


Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

not positive on this, but look at the Archos gen 8 tabs, cheap and not bad.

sent from the thing I stab with my finger when I get two minutes
 

foreverthejester

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Evo 3D or Photon 4G

Short Version: As far as rooting and available roms go which would I be better off with Evo 3D or Photon 4G? Either will be free.
Long Version:
I recently have had a bunch of problems with my Evo 4G that was replaced by Asurion. It took 3 times to get one that was better than the rest but still not right. After a few months of use it too started to act up. A 45 minute phone call later they sent me an Evo 3D to replace my 4G. Out of the box it had the infamous freeze/reboot syndrome. Yet another 45 minute phone call later I was offered either another Evo 3D or Photon 4G. So from an after market rooting point of view which would I be better off with? I have researched the roms available but still can't decide. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
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lazboyz

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HTC ONE X or XT

hey guys i am really confused with this phones...don't know which one to buy or which one is the best ....i know both are same in some ways but just want more suggestion...i have at&t plan and my plan is over and i am able to upgrade so just wondering that should i buy HTC ONE X from at&t or buy it HTC ONE XT (international version) i don't know if HTC ONE XT is the international version or not...but need to know should i buy from at&t or just pay extra money and go for XT...or if anybody have any other suggestion for the phone to buy...i had galaxy s3 used it for few weeks but didn't like it that much....please reply soon...


thank you
 

gagdude

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hey guys i am really confused with this phones...don't know which one to buy or which one is the best ....i know both are same in some ways but just want more suggestion...i have at&t plan and my plan is over and i am able to upgrade so just wondering that should i buy HTC ONE X from at&t or buy it HTC ONE XT (international version) i don't know if HTC ONE XT is the international version or not...but need to know should i buy from at&t or just pay extra money and go for XT...or if anybody have any other suggestion for the phone to buy...i had galaxy s3 used it for few weeks but didn't like it that much....please reply soon...


thank you

The one XT is the China one x, do not buy it unless you live in China.
The one x is the international version. Has quad core (tegra 3) and 4g on at&t
The one XL is the at&t version of the one x. At&t markets it as the one x which causes a lot of confusion. Has LTE and snapdragon s4

The best one is probably the one XL. Tegra 3 is overrated

Sent from my DROID2 using xda premium
 
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lazboyz

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The one XT is the China one x, do not buy it unless you live in China.
The one x is the international version. Has quad core (tegra 3) and 4g on at&t
The one XL is the at&t version of the one x. At&t markets it as the one x which causes a lot of confusion. Has LTE and snapdragon s4

The best one is probably the one XL. Tegra 3 is overrated

Sent from my DROID2 using xda premium



thank you sir for quick reply


do u suggest any other phone than htc xt or sg3

if i buy do you want me to buy from at&t or just buy it wtih regular price..
 
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    I hope it does aswell. These forums definitely have too many of those threads being created :rolleyes:

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