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

nebulah · Jul 24, 2013

TAHASMOBILE said:
please guys help me .. i say that twice !
which one : sony xperia l or s3 mini or galaxy core

and is there any problem with any one of these phone
please say something soon because i want buy phone

Go for the Galaxy Core bro!
Screen size matters. Also it has the bigger battery which you'll be grateful for.

All the best.

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sks93 said:
Between s4 mini and s3 which one should i buy?
The thing im confused with is that a 1.5gb of ram in s4 mini will make the phone perform faster than a galaxy s3 but s3 hv quad core processor.. Pls gv me some suggestion .. Thanks

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Buy the S3.No question.

It's still really fast, the S4 mini's extra 0.5 GB wont matter at all, moreover you'll regret later on for not picking up a bigger screen. Boldly go forth with the S3!

Fortune favours the brave!

All the best.

darthlogan · Jul 24, 2013

I would like to buy a new mobile. For me, the camera is the most important. What mobile has the better camera?

Iocean X7 Turbo
UMI X2
ZOPO C2 Platinum
ThL W200
ThL W8 Beyond
JIAYU G4
Xiaomi Mi2A

I think the Xiaomi Mi2A, but this mobile have problems with autofocus in some pictures and the problem is not fix yet.

demonslayer5545 · Jul 25, 2013

I'm looking for a tablet. I don't know much about tablets and it seems like Google has a circle jerk with the ipad. I'm a trucker, I have a big bulky alienware m18x laptop and its not ideal for just quick uses. Everything has to be put away and strapped down when I start driving so its a hastle to set up everything every day for 30-45 minutes of use a day. That said, I was looking for a simple tablet, preferably 10", for watching anime and tv shows on. I tried to look some stuff up and I keep hearing of problems with the android tablets with codecs with mkv files, I hear people saying to just convert to mp4s. I have a TON of anime/shows though so I don't want to be bothered with converting it all... Battery life is important but not a huge deal, I obviously don't want something with a 2 hour battery life *looks at Razer Edge*. I have a 64 gb micro sd so a sd slot would be good, doesn't have to have a ton of storage space on actual device then, but still, the more the merrier. I was looking at the Asus vivotab smart. My understanding is it runs full windows 8, not the mobile crap, so I could just go download VLC and CCCP and be happy... I'm not to sure if the vivotab smart can play 1080p in full def though, I don't think the resolution is good enough. There are so many other tablets. Also, I prefer something out now because I only go home once every few months and its really hard to get my truck into a tech store to buy stuff like this. My next home time is mid August, sooooo. Thanks for your help guys!

Also, that noob video when you sign up is freaking amazing! I lol'ed in real life pretty good

supernaturally · Jul 25, 2013

darthlogan said:
I would like to buy a new mobile. For me, the camera is the most important. What mobile has the better camera?

Iocean X7 Turbo
UMI X2
ZOPO C2 Platinum
ThL W200
ThL W8 Beyond
JIAYU G4
Xiaomi Mi2A

I think the Xiaomi Mi2A, but this mobile have problems with autofocus in some pictures and the problem is not fix yet.

If you're really trying to save some dough, just buy a new OG HTC EVO 4G (fantastic 8mp camera w/ flash). They run around $65 new. You can also change the radios to work on Verizon, PP, Boost, Spring, Cricket, & Virgin. The development knowledge base is also one of the largest. I used the phone to shoot a video for a startup pitch (along w/ a professional mic), and it looks very professional.

darthlogan · Jul 25, 2013

supernaturally said:
If you're really trying to save some dough, just buy a new OG HTC EVO 4G (fantastic 8mp camera w/ flash). They run around $65 new. You can also change the radios to work on Verizon, PP, Boost, Spring, Cricket, & Virgin. The development knowledge base is also one of the largest. I used the phone to shoot a video for a startup pitch (along w/ a professional mic), and it looks very professional.

I don't know nothing about this cell.....where did you buy?
I from spain and the cell is not for sale yet.

KAKKOI · Jul 25, 2013

Looking for a new device

Hi,Everyone
I just gave up my Samsung ( Galaxy note 2 GT-N7100 )
So, I am looking for a similar device. I actually wanted to wait for Galaxy note 3 But I want to check if there is some other good devices
I have Iphone 4S ,So I am looking for a big screen like 5" to 6" . also a good battery and camera .
I read somewhere that Galaxy note 3 will have a 5.9" screen and 8 core processor ( exynoa octa 5 ) .and 13 MP camera and some other good stuff
THE BOTTOM LINE is Do you think I should wait for the Galaxy note 3 or is there a good device ???
Thank you and sorry for my bad english !!

aircleaner · Jul 25, 2013

Optimus LTE vs Optimus LTE II

I've finally decided to get an Android smartphone after my last one was snatched. Here are my choices:

LG Optimus LTE (SU-640) ~$130
LG Optimus LTE II (F-160) ~$175

The money difference is not a serious one for me as its really negligible when you consider the specs difference. The LTE II has a Krait dual-core processor (LTE I has dual-core S3), 2 gigs of RAM (LTE I has 1 gig), a bigger battery(2150mAH vs 1830 for LTE I) and screen(4.7" vs 4.5" for LTE I), and 16 gigs internal memory (the LTE I only has 4 gigabytes).

The LTE II seems like a straightforward decision BUT, the dev support here on XDA doesn't seem very good, in fact i've only been able to find root instructions for this device. Nothing else. And with LG's track record i doubt they'll support it farther than JellyBean, despite the device having great hardware. Whereas the older, cheap, but less powerful LTE I SU-640 enjoys great dev support and is likely to get unofficial versions of future Android updates.

So what's it going to be? Vastly better specs or better dev support? I should also mention here that the LTE I has subpar battery life whereas the LTE II with its energy efficient S4 cores and bigger battery is a good performer.

Please help me make this decision! Thanks

This is proving to be a very difficult choice to make. So i'm coming to you guys for help.

PS There are no comparable devices in the used market. These offer the best bang for buck of any available. So kindly consider these two only. Thanks again

maddbomber83 · Jul 25, 2013

A Nexus 7 with no data plan, but a voice plan instead for someone who rarely uses a phone at all but is often under wifi when I do.

Does such a device exist that would receive updates like the nexus line does?

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jayc137 · Jul 25, 2013

KAKKOI said:
Hi,Everyone
I just gave up my Samsung ( Galaxy note 2 GT-N7100 )
So, I am looking for a similar device. I actually wanted to wait for Galaxy note 3 But I want to check if there is some other good devices
I have Iphone 4S ,So I am looking for a big screen like 5" to 6" . also a good battery and camera .
I read somewhere that Galaxy note 3 will have a 5.9" screen and 8 core processor ( exynoa octa 5 ) .and 13 MP camera and some other good stuff
THE BOTTOM LINE is Do you think I should wait for the Galaxy note 3 or is there a good device ???
Thank you and sorry for my bad english !!

Xperia Z ultra or wait for GNote 3

Sent from my GT-I9082 using xda premium

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aircleaner said:
I've finally decided to get an Android smartphone after my last one was snatched. Here are my choices:

LG Optimus LTE (SU-640) ~$130
LG Optimus LTE II (F-160) ~$175

The money difference is not a serious one for me as its really negligible when you consider the specs difference. The LTE II has a Krait dual-core processor (LTE I has dual-core S3), 2 gigs of RAM (LTE I has 1 gig), a bigger battery(2150mAH vs 1830 for LTE I) and screen(4.7" vs 4.5" for LTE I), and 16 gigs internal memory (the LTE I only has 4 gigabytes).

The LTE II seems like a straightforward decision BUT, the dev support here on XDA doesn't seem very good, in fact i've only been able to find root instructions for this device. Nothing else. And with LG's track record i doubt they'll support it farther than JellyBean, despite the device having great hardware. Whereas the older, cheap, but less powerful LTE I SU-640 enjoys great dev support and is likely to get unofficial versions of future Android updates.

So what's it going to be? Vastly better specs or better dev support? I should also mention here that the LTE I has subpar battery life whereas the LTE II with its energy efficient S4 cores and bigger battery is a good performer.

Please help me make this decision! Thanks

This is proving to be a very difficult choice to make. So i'm coming to you guys for help.

PS There are no comparable devices in the used market. These offer the best bang for buck of any available. So kindly consider these two only. Thanks again

Can't find LTE 1 forum
Is it the Nitro HD forum ?
As for your query it boils down on you if you want more dev support or better specs
Acc. To me you should go for LTE II

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aircleaner · Jul 25, 2013

akiratoriyama said:
Xperia Z ultra or wait for GNote 3

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---------- Post added at 09:41 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:35 PM ----------

Can't find LTE 1 forum
Is it the Nitro HD forum ?
As for your query it boils down on you if you want more dev support or better specs
Acc. To me you should go for LTE II

Sent from my GT-I9082 using xda premium

yup it's the Nitro HD. Even AOKP support the SU-640. And they only have 4 LG devices mentioned on the support page, so the SU-640 seems to have good dev support across the board. The LTE II has dev support but it's all in Chinese/Korean. They have everything for it like MIUI, CM10.1, but there's nothing in English.

I can't seem to get my priorities right because the price difference is just so negligible.

Vivek_Neel · Jul 25, 2013

Note 2 vs s4?

Which one would u guys recommend?

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domino2115 · Jul 25, 2013

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hey, what do you think about alcatel ot 993 should i buy it? thanks

darthlogan · Jul 25, 2013

darthlogan said:
I would like to buy a new mobile. For me, the camera is the most important. What mobile has the better camera?

Iocean X7 Turbo
UMI X2
ZOPO C2 Platinum
ThL W200
ThL W8 Beyond
JIAYU G4
Xiaomi Mi2A

I think the Xiaomi Mi2A, but this mobile have problems with autofocus in some pictures and the problem is not fix yet.

Help Me!

zelendel · Jul 25, 2013

darthlogan said:
Help Me!

The main prob is most of those device are not well known here. So not alot of people have used them.

Wayne Tech Nexus

Shahan_mik3 · Jul 25, 2013

corruptionfreeindia said:
Note 2 vs s4?

Which one would u guys recommend?

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Do you want to buy a civic or Lamborghini??

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Vivek_Neel · Jul 25, 2013

Shahan_mik3 said:
Do you want to buy a civic or Lamborghini??

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He he...civic

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mhoss48 · Jul 25, 2013

corruptionfreeindia said:
He he...civic

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so get the S4

:silly:

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jayc137 · Jul 26, 2013

aircleaner said:
yup it's the Nitro HD. Even AOKP support the SU-640. And they only have 4 LG devices mentioned on the support page, so the SU-640 seems to have good dev support across the board. The LTE II has dev support but it's all in Chinese/Korean. They have everything for it like MIUI, CM10.1, but there's nothing in English.

I can't seem to get my priorities right because the price difference is just so negligible.

Are you a flashaholic ?
If yes , BUY the NitroHD
And if you ever want some better specs get the LTE II
And BTW are the ROMs in Chinese or are the ROM threads ?

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aircleaner · Jul 26, 2013

akiratoriyama said:
Are you a flashaholic ?
If yes , BUY the NitroHD
And if you ever want some better specs get the LTE II
And BTW are the ROMs in Chinese or are the ROM threads ?

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Not a flashaholic but i would like the device to get new Android updates! Like keylime pie.

KAKKOI · Jul 26, 2013

akiratoriyama said:
Xperia Z ultra or wait for GNote 3

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Thank You very much ..
I guess I will be waiting until Samsung confirms the rumors about note 3. Then i will decide.

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