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

[KidCarter93]

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

 

[zabi_haz]

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

I don't too much about phones but I think Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 pro, because its easy to install custom roms and can do what every you want with it, that's all hope you have good day

 

[AffectedCacti]

I'm hoping (really hoping) this would be the ideal place. (It is the ideal place). I have a budget of about 250GBP (and that's stretching it) (about $300 USD).

I'm hunting for a phone with:

- >32GB internal memory (the more the better)
- >3GB RAM (Ditto)
- >3300 mAh (Battery)
- Dual Sim (work and personal)
- Easy to root
- USB-C port (pretty much a standard nowadays)

Preferences (not essential)
- SD Card support (likely microSD)
- Removable battery
- 3.5mm jack or two usb-c ports
- Accelerometer/Compass etc


Basically I'm upgrading from a Sony Xperia L3 and have zero clue what I'm doing. Normally I just buy a feature phone and be done with it, but I need certain apps nowadays.

I don't need
- 5G (can't get)
- More than one camera
- Fingerprint/Facial recognition
- A brand name, if a cheap chinese knock off does the same job that's perfect.
- Does not have to be the latest phone


If someone could throw some suggestions my way that would be fantastic.

I ended up going for a Doogee. Wish me luck XD

 

[Memozit]

If you wanna root it, never buy Omix but you can buy Redmi Note 8 or a little expensive Redmi Note 10 5G

 

[webhook]

My Pixel 4a 5G has began to show its age, with no ability to root due to the Verizon model. I've saved up some cash to buy a new phone. Does anyone have recommendations for a new phone I can buy?

I've looking for a phone that's rootable, however there's so much options available.

 

[jwoegerbauer]

Look for a phone whose Linux kernel is version 5.10 and higher, because then it is very easy to root using KernelSU. As for example Google Pixel 6 & 7 series - what come with Android 13.

 

[flaxx187]

Hey squad

my phone has broken on wednesday. (redmi note 10 pro) Now i am searching for a new one.
my budget is 600 €

i am thinking on xiaomi 13 or pixel 7a snow

feel free for any other recommandarions

in my case; only camera and nfc is important for me. Camera should be close ro iphone (face is browner as from s21 fe)


why do you root your phone?
Only for blocking ad? Which custom rom do you recommend?

 

[jwoegerbauer]

Google Pixel 7a should be your choice, because its Android's Linux kernel is v5.10 what no other phones feature, AFAIK.

 

[DuskIntoNight]

Hi everyone. I've got my eye on the Galaxy S20 FE. Whatever phone I end up getting will mainly be used for mobile games. Some other uses will be the youtube ReVanced app (along with alt tech video apps like Odysse), web browsing (using Brave and Opera GX 95 percent of the time), and listening to music. I might put Tubi and a couple of other streaming apps on it, along with the amazon Kindle app, and maybe the occasional novelty app I put on there just for kicks (like Stellarium, Hey Japan, a notepad, etc.), but the majority of the time I'll be playing games on it.

The main reasons why I'm liking the idea of getting an S20 FE are the oled screen, SD card slot, and headphone jack. That, and the fact that I can get one for a relatively low price. Money is kind of tight at the moment, and I often see them on ebay for around 200 dollars, sometimes less.

So, I'm wondering: are there better options for a phone with 256 GB (or more) of storage; a micro SD card slot for extra additional storage; and a headphone jack, for anywhere from 200 (or less) to ~230 dollars? I have looked at the Note 10+, which seems to fit what I'm looking for, but I can't seem to find one that's both in good in condition and within my price range.

 

[Hammerlig]

Looking for a 6.2 inch or smaller

Hello,

I'm in a bit of dilemma. I would like to get a new phone. Currently I'm using a Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G (The original). I've been very happy with it. Only downsides are the size (6.5") and the software (Pixel Experience helped a lot though!)

Anyway, I really want to get a smaller phone. I'm thinking anywhere between 5.8" - 6.2". However I find it rather hard to find good options for this.

I have been looking at the Pixel 7a, however I understand that the becels are quite thick, so it's basically the same size as the Pixel 7. And I hate the square corners.

Also been looking at the Galaxy S22, since I am able to get it for the same price of the Pixel 7a, however the battery life should be terrible. Also I live in Nothern Europe, so it would be the Exynos model. But the design is magnificent! Really what I was looking for in terms of the feel in hand.

I don't need the best and newest hardware, I would just like a smaller phone and a decent battery that can make it through a normal day (4-5 hours of SOT).

Asus Zenphone almost as expensive as Samsung S23 in my country. So would choose the S23 any day. Considering waiting another half a year and hoping the S23 has dropped in price.

Any suggestions? Do note that I live in Europe.

 

[Natester769]

Hello all,

I am currently running a OnePlus 9 dual SIM. It used to be an LE2120 (chinese model) but I converted it to the global one. I'm pretty happy with it, but there are a few quirks about it I am not really impressed with. Don't know if it's related to the conversion, or just one plus.

1) The Bluetooth is really unreliable. Sometimes I can't connect to certain devices at all. I own a tesla, and sometimes it takes FOREVER to connect to the car. I have bluetooth locks on my doors and it maybe works 1 out of 10 times. My wife's iPhone has no issues.

2) I don't get posted 4G speeds. I suppose that this is because of the dual SIM, but I'm not sure.

3) The dual SIM portion sometimes doesn't accept my MMS messages or send them. Again probably something to do with the settings.

My question is...time to upgrade to a different one plus? I see one plus has good deals on right now for trade ins.

OnePlus 10 or 11? I don't like how the 11 doesn't have wireless charging...it is almost like one plus is dropping the ball in terms of features the more I look at the newer models. Or go to something totally different...

 

[Mairtrus]

Hello everybody.
What's a good phone to get under 400€? The things I value the most is a very good camera, enough horsepower to stay updated for a few years (I don't play mobile games, only a few old emulators from time to time), and the possibility to change the OS (LineageOS/AOSP/whatever) when official updates ends.
I don't really care about 5g support, cause I live in a country where its not comming soon.

 

[rossa35]

Thinking about switching from a Pixel to a Galaxy

I currently have a pixel 6 pro and I was thinking about swapping to a s23+ or s23 ultra. I think I may go with the s23+, but I haven't decided yet, my main concern is the differences in usage of the phone. I don't have many experiences outside of the pixel when it comes to Android, so I wanted to know if there's any major features that change between the two that could make or break a deal in your opinion.

P.S. I also am slightly on the fence between the plus and ultra, while I like the idea of the stylus, slightly better camera, battery life, etc... I don't know if the price jump would be worth it and I was thinking about the potential of a smaller phone.

Any and all help and opinions are greatly appreciated

 

[mahdi89]

what to get s22+ or Pixel 7A please help me choose
both same price

 

[xXx yYy]

Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Google Pixel 7a - specs comparison

Compare Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Google Pixel 7a with our phone comparison tool and get side-by-side specifications.

www.phonearena.com

Worthwhile to know:
Both phones have a Linux kernel v5.10 what means they easily can get rooted via KernelSU.

 

[rajiv.dey.se]

I want to buy a sleek, long battery back up Android phone of latest model of 2023 or 2022 with longer Android support. I would use this only to check emails and make calls. Should be compatible with Microsoft intune company portal.which phone do you suggest?

 

[Nacalto]

Hi there !
I'm searching for a new phone since the Honor Magic 5 Lite's camera sucks.

I'm considering buying : (by preference)
1. Samsung Galaxy A54
2. Nothing Phone 1
3. Pixel 6a


I searched for the best one between those my priorities are :
Durability, Battery, Cameras

- Nacalto.

 

[traman124]

Hi there !
I'm searching for a new phone since the Honor Magic 5 Lite's camera sucks.

I'm considering buying : (by preference)
1. Samsung Galaxy A54
2. Nothing Phone 1
3. Pixel 6a


I searched for the best one between those my priorities are :
Durability, Battery, Cameras

- Nacalto.

Pixel 7a????
It has a good camera and is pretty durable.....

 

[traman124]

I want to buy a sleek, long battery back up Android phone of latest model of 2023 or 2022 with longer Android support. I would use this only to check emails and make calls. Should be compatible with Microsoft intune company portal.which phone do you suggest?

This depends on your budget... You can get the Pixel 6a for 350 or get the 7a for 500.

I've used Intune before to manage Android phones (through 365 developer and as a student IT person) and anything Android Enterprise certified (do a search there for any phone; pretty much all recent Pixels, Galaxies, Motorolas, and OnePlus phones should be certified) will work just fine with an Intune MDM.

 

[traman124]

what to get s22+ or Pixel 7A please help me choose
both same price

S22+ for sure

 

[traman124]

Pixel 7a????

Hey squad

my phone has broken on wednesday. (redmi note 10 pro) Now i am searching for a new one.
my budget is 600 €

i am thinking on xiaomi 13 or pixel 7a snow

feel free for any other recommandarions

in my case; only camera and nfc is important for me. Camera should be close ro iphone (face is browner as from s21 fe)


why do you root your phone?
Only for blocking ad? Which custom rom do you recommend?

7a. I hate MIUI with a passion, and the 7A is pretty easy to root with Magisk (or kernelsu if you want, it's just like a more modern Magisk)