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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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s00bz said:
Hello members,

New here, i am looking for a phone to root. Im lookimg on ebay for a sub $50 phone in below average to average condition that can be rooted off the bat.


Im reaching out to see if anyone has recommendations?

Im understanding so far to avoid carrier locked phones. It seems mostly oneplus or pixel phones will work but it seems that not every phone can have its bootloader unlocked.

Just looking for advice and tips.

I have rooted an s6 or s7 before but that was years ago and idk where that phone is now
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**What phone should I buy next?** -- Not sure what device to buy? Ask here!

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...
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Oswald Boelcke said:
Hello and good morning, @s00bz

Welcome to XDA. I hope you'll always find and get the solution you require.

However, prior to your next posting please read the guidances that are stuck on top of every forum like
xdaforums.com

Note: Questions go in Q&A Forum

If you are posting a Question Thread post it in the Q&A forum. Technical discussion of Android development and hacking. No noobs, please. Device-specific releases should go under the appropriate device forum...
xdaforums.com xdaforums.com
and the others. I've moved your post to
xdaforums.com

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

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...
xdaforums.com xdaforums.com

Thanks for your cooperation!
Regards
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Thanks Oswald
 
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Best supported phone to buy to learn Android kernel?​


I am an embedded Linux developer and now trying to learn Android Kernel development as a hobby. I know from the ROOT community that there are sometimes certain phones considered to be "favourites" among developers, and they build a lot of custom ROMs and Kernels for that phone.

I want a suggestion about buying an old used Android phone that I can experiment on with Kernel development. Please suggest an Android phone that is being liked or used to be liked by most developers and has the most study material or help available so that things will stay accessible for me in the future.
 
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zainbintariq1122 said:

Best supported phone to buy to learn Android kernel?​


I am an embedded Linux developer and now trying to learn Android Kernel development as a hobby. I know from the ROOT community that there are sometimes certain phones considered to be "favourites" among developers, and they build a lot of custom ROMs and Kernels for that phone.

I want a suggestion about buying an old used Android phone that I can experiment on with Kernel development. Please suggest an Android phone that is being liked or used to be liked by most developers and has the most study material or help available so that things will stay accessible for me in the future.
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See some Xiaomi phones. Got a redmi note 8 pro, with a mediatek processor. Even with that, got 4-5 custom kernels available. Xiaomi usually sends some units to developers before each launch. And midrange devices are decent enough nowadays that most people would choose those. That would be a good place to start.
 
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I currently have LG V30 and like the phone, but have severe connection issues and believe tinkering around with it may lead to nothing.

What is a good phone, with the below requirements, for ~300, give or take?

Headphone jack
CDMA network (verizon)
Not extremely complicated to root - has good guides to root
Has 5g
Protective case that does not break the bank
 
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Looking for a phone that has the best support for rooting, modding, 3.5mm jack, preferably FM radio tuner (NextRadio capable) and easy to use Viper4Audio. Should I look at the Nord N20, Poco X4 Pro, or Pixel 5a instead?
 
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Oh lol let's try this one https://www.amazon.com/Motorola-battery-Unlocked-Camera-Nebula/dp/B098TXKW8K/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=YRLQCA9ICFHD&keywords=motorola+edge&qid=1665524453&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjk2IiwicXNhIjoiMy41MiIsInFzcCI6IjIuOTEifQ==&sprefix=motorola+edg,aps,289&sr=8-3
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Well each has their strengths and weaknesses. The Moto has a better processor and video and selfie capabilities, while the Poco has a better build quality, IP53 resistant, photography capability, screen, microsd, headphone jack, charging speed and better custom rom community support.
 
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Well each has their strengths and weaknesses. The Moto has a better processor and video and selfie capabilities, while the Poco has a better build quality, IP53 resistant, photography capability, screen, microsd, headphone jack, charging speed and better custom rom community support.
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I see. Many thanks for your inputs! Poco it is!
 
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Hello, i would like somes advices, i never bought google pixel devices, im hesiting between xiaomi 12t pro, google pixel 7 or even 7 pro if its really worth it (near of 200usd for the pro...) or even another phone with good photo and gaming use ... 700-800 usd budget arround for a 2-3 years phone plan use, if you guys could help me...
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Some phone recommendations for mix used including some gaming?
I'm not really interested in a good cam, especially front cam.
Top priority would be performance (consistent -> low throttling) + good battery

I was looking at the Oneplus 10T, Asus Zenfone 9 and Moto Edge 30 pro. The ROG 6D also looks nice, but rather expensive.

But as expected, one will find negatives about all 3 of them. 1+ has suffered some reputation loss, Asus SW seems to be a bit buggy sometimes...

Any recommendation? I wanted to change to something newer (SoC wise) so I would like to get a phone using SD 8(+) Gen1 or 9000+

Guess there will be custom roms for all 3 of them later on.

My fav is the Asus right now for now specific reason, but the 1+ is on sale right now...
 
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snx413 said:
Hello, i would like somes advices, i never bought google pixel devices, im hesiting between xiaomi 12t pro, google pixel 7 or even 7 pro if its really worth it (near of 200usd for the pro...) or even another phone with good photo and gaming use ... 700-800 usd budget arround for a 2-3 years phone plan use, if you guys could help me...
Thanks
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you are using usd, that means you live in america ? if so, xiaomi might not provide the best coverage. go for a samsung s21 ultra
 
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Darkmasterhk said:
Some phone recommendations for mix used including some gaming?
I'm not really interested in a good cam, especially front cam.
Top priority would be performance (consistent -> low throttling) + good battery

I was looking at the Oneplus 10T, Asus Zenfone 9 and Moto Edge 30 pro. The ROG 6D also looks nice, but rather expensive.

But as expected, one will find negatives about all 3 of them. 1+ has suffered some reputation loss, Asus SW seems to be a bit buggy sometimes...

Any recommendation? I wanted to change to something newer (SoC wise) so I would like to get a phone using SD 8(+) Gen1 or 9000+

Guess there will be custom roms for all 3 of them later on.

My fav is the Asus right now for now specific reason, but the 1+ is on sale right now...
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well, for gaming you can go with
1. ZTE nubia Red Magic 7S Pro
2. Asus ROG Phone 6
3. Lenovo Legion Y90
4. Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
 
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am wanting to look for new phone ,
---- musr work on att's new "allowed" phone list.
---- must be rooteable. (with custom rom theads).
---- must have sdcard slot.
---- good sound from speakers.
---- headphone jack.
*** anything else can be whatever quality.
thank you for any leads , suggestionsj.
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Which its the best camera on a phone up to 600 dollars??? I only care for the camera improvement from a s20 fe.
 
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need a new phone. Long battery life is important. Fast battery charging time, expandable storage space and clean OS. Strong CPU and GPU. if storage not expandable then 256GB space. it should run emulators well. max price is 600€. so far i picked this phones https://geizhals.de/?cat=WL-2738874 im willing to wait till price drops more.
 
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    henonchschonleinpurp
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    WalkTheEarth said:
    I'm looking for a phone that has more than 3 main custom roms and good gps. (using Poco M3 Pro 5G rn)
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    Phones whose latest versions are supported by atleast 3+ official custom roms:​

    More and more device manufacturers are delaying the release of their ROM builds to the open source community, leaving us with a handful of device manufacturers who are very generous - and for whom custom ROM builds are sprawling with official websites. Here are the 7 devices you can confidently buy, who support official custom ROM support - published after filtering 12 active official custom ROM websites -
    1. paranoid
    2. Lineage
    3. evolution
    4. pixel experience
    5. Calyx
    6. Graphene os
    7. Elixir
    8. crdroid
    9. bliss OS
    10. Ubuntu touch
    11. AlphaDroid
    12. Rising OSS

    The 7 device series - that will surely provide 3+ official rom support in future:​

    1. Redmi note series - Note 12 /note 12 turbo/ 12r pro - supported by 8 official custom ROMS
    2. Xiaomi Mi series - Mi 12/12r - by 4 official custom ROMS; Mi 13/13 pro - 1 official custom ROM supported
    3. Poco X series - X5/X5 pro - 6 official custom roms
    4. Poco M series - M5 - 4 official custom roms; M6/M6 Pro - 2 official custom Roms
    5. Poco F series - F5 - 4 official custom roms
    6. Nothing Phone - Phone 2 - 3 custom roms ; Phone 1 - 6 official custom ROMS
    7. Pixel phones - 10+ active official custom ROMS available for latest pixel.

    Detailed analysis of these 7 devices with their present state of custom ROM development, attached as a pdf​

    - to help you navigate and search the latest ROMS easier/ to keep/ edit/ update as a personal guide.

    Obviously latest Oneplus, samsung device custom ROM development has stalled. Unofficial release only exist for them.
    Official ROM support for Oneplus stopped with Oneplus 9 series, for Samsung with s10 series. No more official custom ROMS for them at the moment. Unofficial ones do exist.

    Based on your budgets and preferences, go for it.
    Cheers!
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    henonchschonleinpurp
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    DiamondJohn said:
    dont forget AlphaDroid!!!!! and RisingTechOSS
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    On it mate.. .will add it in the list!
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    henonchschonleinpurp said:
    Pleased to hear mate.

    Does it apply to redmi phones too?
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    Yes, but only in China for now... Some people in other Asian countries have also seen these new restrictions but not everyone has. It'll be instated everywhere else eventually though...
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    ultlight said:
    what exactly are the new BL unlock policies that make it dangerous? where can I read about it? cause I was thinking of buying a xiaomi phone so if the phone is not supported by xiaomi via updates anymore, then I could install a community ROM.
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    For now the policies are only in China so if you see one you like, you're good to go but keep in mind you'll no longer receive updates to the stock ROM. The policies will be expanded globally though, it's been all but confirmed.

    The policies themselves include gaining level 5 on Xiaomi's CN forums, only unlocking 3 devices/yr, and we waiting for certain times for your request to be manually approved...

    See this:
    https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1722320199297147373
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    MonsterMMORPG said:

    Poco X6 Pro 512 / 12 GB vs Galaxy S23 FE 256 / 8 GB - which one should I buy?​

    I want camera to be good but Poco X6 Pro hardware seems so superior

    Would it worth to buy Galaxy S23 FE only for camera?
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    You are comparing a 2024phone vs 2023 phone.. forget the hardware, in every functionality there is a slight edge for x6 pro

    1. X6 2024 Mtk faster than 2023 snap Soc
    2. Better audio quality! (Ldac), better display, faster ram,lighter device
    3. Even camera! Poco's photo procsssing might lag, but its post photo AI features are betfer than samsung
    4. Updates - same -S23 wont get the 7 year updates
    5. Custom rom community - Official roms like paranoid etc. Arrivewithin 1year of release for poco.. and take 4years from samsung! (X5 vs s10)

    Addthe hardware, as u told, poco x6 crushes it. Samsungusually never minds the hardware.. So thats fine!

    The only savinggrace? If u love oneui/boxy feel of s23! Hyper os has bridged/refines the os gap too..
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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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    mikef
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    Excellent, I hope this will attract some discussion on new devices so new threads won't be opened.

    I am not looking for a new phone right now, well maybe not depending on the outcome of HTC repairing my Sensation I guess. I sure hope to find out tomorrow. I think if I was going to get a replacement now I would probably get the SGS3 over the OneX. I really don't like the non-removable battery and maybe worse, no SD slot. I know why they did it for economic reasons but I am just not going to go that direction. Batteries do not last forever and their maximum charge level goes down over time. I want to be able to plug the SD into my computer and do a local backup. I also want to be able to get a bigger or faster SD if one comes out.
    I am used to Sense but I am sure I could get used to Touchwiz as well, and I just read in the portal that ROM Cleaner works with the SGS3 now, as long as I can rid of the bloat I am content. I am sure that when my contract is done in a year there will be something newer and better out anyways. ;)
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    KidCarter93
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    I hope it does aswell. These forums definitely have too many of those threads being created :rolleyes:

    I think I'd choose the S3 aswell to be honest. Even though the One X is a powerful phone, the S3 can quite easily out perform it, as it can with most phones.

    The only time I'd be looking to upgrade is when mine become redundant, which with having an S2 (which can still keep up with the newest flagship devices) and Xperia S, I won't need to upgrade for a while I don't think.

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    $tefanDroid
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    I would take the Lumina. My girlfriend has one and its pretty good.

    √ HTC Evo 3D GSM
    √ Android JB 4.1.2
    √ Disarmed Toaster
    √ 4EXT Recovery Touch
    √ Anthrax Kernel 3.7.0 @ 1.6ghz
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    OTAw
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    Never owned a tablet before.. flirting with the idea of a galaxy tab 2 10.1. As of current, I'm all good with my s3 but I'm kinda interested in what this next galaxy note 2 will bring. Guess I'm some sort of galaxy fan.. ever since my vibrant :p

    ---> Brought to you in part by my T999 / T-Mobile Galaxy SIII :)
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