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Nice job LG... I think it has led notifications... Will probably arrive in my country.... Next year...
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Looks exactly like a bigger Optimus 2X with a different back.
The 4X looks way better in my opinion (still the G looks about 1000 times better than the S3 :laugh
The G will make my June 2012 2gig ram Optimus LTE 2 phone cheaper and far less popular, but technically this phone rocks and I have no regrets. I've had minor problems that have been fixed. I recommend the LTE 2 as a reliable awesome cheaper alternative to a very expensive "G".
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Hidden92 said:
Looks exactly like a bigger Optimus 2X with a different back.
The 4X looks way better in my opinion (still the G looks about 1000 times better than the S3 :laugh
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S3 is one ugly brick. I love my S2 but if Sammy continues with curvy designs and shiny funky color schemes like S3, I may have to look elsewhere at the year end. From the specs, Optimus G seems to have it all and a killer screen too. Can't wait for it to come to AT&T.
I thought this thing was supposed to be unveiled at IFA, now I wonder when this will be out in the market.
The LG Optimus G will be available for purchase in Sept n SKorea.
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I think that is absolutely the most beautiful looking phone out there, without a doubt! Therefore I am so f*****g happy that I am a tester for LG:s phones so I will receive that one for free to test it!
How do i sigh up for that job? Who wouldnt test phones? What are the requirement for the job? Anything special?
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How do i sigh up for that job? Who wouldnt test phones? What are the requirement for the job? Anything special?
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Actually it wasn't anything I signed up for or applied, I won a competition LG hosted in Sweden so I received a LG Optimus 4X HD which I wrote a 6-pages review on and also did a youtube-review and kept a good relation with those at LG so they said that I can be a tester for their upcoming phones as well
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Actually it wasn't anything I signed up for or applied, I won a competition LG hosted in Sweden so I received a LG Optimus 4X HD which I wrote a 6-pages review on and also did a youtube-review and kept a good relation with those at LG so they said that I can be a tester for their upcoming phones as well
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Are you getting the Optimus G ahead of global launch?
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Are you getting the Optimus G ahead of global launch?
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Unfortunately I don't get it before its release, at least that's what I think. I will talk more with them after it has had its release in Korea, hopefully I will get it before it is released here in Sweden though
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Unfortunately I don't get it before its release, at least that's what I think. I will talk more with them after it has had its release in Korea, hopefully I will get it before it is released here in Sweden though
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Are you talking with LG Sweden or LG center in Korea?
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Are you talking with LG Sweden or LG center in Korea?
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I am talking with LG Sweden, but if I have any good pointers or proposals they forward them to LG center. In my report that I will send in today I have written about some suggestions to be in the v10g update and I took all the proposals I found here on XDA, I also wrote about that LG should unlock their bootloader.
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I am talking with LG Sweden, but if I have any good pointers or proposals they forward them to LG center. In my report that I will send in today I have written about some suggestions to be in the v10g update and I took all the proposals I found here on XDA, I also wrote about that LG should unlock their bootloader.
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I have a feeling the release of Optimus G will also be very much delayed like the O4X, seeing that they keep on delaying and moving the release dates of the videos on their teaser site. Maybe you should also write to them about punctuality and sticking to their schedule.
I agree with the release date stuff. LG should be sort of like Blizzard Entertainment. Best stuff...no release dates until finalized.
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Tell LG i want a quadcore serial processor with 2 Nvidia CUDA GPUs. One gpu for graphics and another gpu for parallel processing. Offload video and video editing and such to the GPUpu. I dont care if the phone is a bit thicker. I want THIS phone.
The Tegra 3 has 12 cuda cores in its GPU. Lame. I want more CUDA cores.
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Sharpshooterrr said:
I have a feeling the release of Optimus G will also be very much delayed like the O4X, seeing that they keep on delaying and moving the release dates of the videos on their teaser site. Maybe you should also write to them about punctuality and sticking to their schedule.
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I have added this to my report that I will send to LG tomorrow, I haven't experienced the delay of release, probably because I haven't been so up to date with LGs releases, but I wrote it in my report so I will se what they respond!
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chrippe7 said:
I have added this to my report that I will send to LG tomorrow, I haven't experienced the delay of release, probably because I haven't been so up to date with LGs releases, but I wrote it in my report so I will se what they respond!
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Cool. Do you know nvidia's maximus technology? I want maximus on a smart phone.
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This video released today is the closest thing to the actual design of Optimus G. The phone looks nice and looks like it's better to hold off buying the O4X now. September 19 might be the launch date for this device.
Hi,
I've been reading about the LG Optimus G and the LG Optimus Nexus. The hardware of these two phones seem to be almost the same, except for the camera and the amount of storage. What do you think: will it be very easy to port the newest Android version of teh optimus nexus to the the Optimus G?
In that case, the Optimus G has some slight advantages, so could be the better choice (would have to see the ectual design for myself.....)....
It'll definitely be easier to port over the lg nexus rom, kinda like with the original nexus s and galaxy s phones. But will the optimus g have an unlocked bootloader? The optimus 4x doesn't seem like it does, chances are lg will neuter the optimus g.
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Be a damn shame if they go that route. This phone could be a devs dream with the specs it's running. What I'm afraid of is they purposefully keep it locked down tight so you'll be forced to buy the Nexus 4.
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Be a damn shame if they go that route. This phone could be a devs dream with the specs it's running. What I'm afraid of is they purposefully keep it locked down tight so you'll be forced to buy the Nexus 4.
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Lol what do u think if it wasn't locked this is way better option then nexus at&t version for sure
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I recently got the HTC One X for AT&T, then after further looking I learned about the LG Optimus G and was instantly attracted towards it! Now I know nobody can help me make a decision on which phone to keep, but I was trying to get some opinions on everyday use with the Optimus G, like battery life, camera quality, video playback ect...
Anyone who currently has an Optimus G please leave your feedback on the phone! My biggest concern is battery life, I can make it through a day on the One X with about 15% battery to spare. A comparison between the two phones batteries, in everyday use would be great. If I can make it through a whole day on the HTC One X, could I also make it through a whole day on the Optimus G?
Also I would like to add that the boot loader being locked on the Optimus is not a big deal to me.
Oh and one more thing, I am new to the XDA community so greetings everyone!
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Thanks for moving this thread.
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I've been looking into the Optimus G. It gets great reviews and the S4 pro is the very best, not to mention it's the only chipset supports quad core and LTE in the U.S. That last part is enough to sell me.
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Yeah I'm nearly convinced that I should take back the one x for the optimistic g
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I've been looking into the Optimus G. It gets great reviews and the S4 pro is the very best, not to mention it's the only chipset supports quad core and LTE in the U.S. That last part is enough to sell me.
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Although it would have been better if Qualcomm managed to integrate the LTE modem, just like they did with the MSM8960.
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dalmigarath said:
Yeah I'm nearly convinced that I should take back the one x for the optimistic g
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I was in a similar position as you. I bought a Galaxy S3 a month ago, and saw the LG Optimus G was announced by AT&T ( and i had to return it that very day). I returned it and now waiting for either the LG Optimus G, the HTC One X+, or the new nexus device. What did you decide to do if you don't mind my asking?
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Although it would have been better if Qualcomm managed to integrate the LTE modem, just like they did with the MSM8960.
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what is the difference between having an integrated modem and not?
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what is the difference between having an integrated modem and not?
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Power consumption is lower ==> Improved battery life
One chip instead of two ==> Smaller size ==> leaves more room for other things
There is an S4 Pro variant with an integrated modem. Not sure why the first gen devices don't have it; I guess Qualcomm wasn't ready yet. In regards to the Optimus G vs the Nexus 4, you'll have to wait til October 29th to see exactly how it compares to the Nexus 4. From what I can see, its essentially a Galaxy Nexus on the front and somewhat similar to the Optimus G's back but with the Optimus G's internals and AOSP. So obviously, the software will be more up-to-date, but you may like Optimus UI better than AOSP's UI or you may like the aesthetics of the Optimus better. The software and appearance seem to be the main differences on those two, so you'll have to decide what you feel is more important.
As far as the Optimus vs the One X+, the hardware on the Optimus is hands down better as far as the processor (the S4 pro is the best chip on the market and the One X+'s Tegra 3 chip is about on par with the dual core s4 found in the American One X (or European One XL) and One S, but HTC's UI and design are arguably better and they'll probably be better at updating your software than LG. If you love Sense, you should get the One.
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If you are comparing HTC One X vs Optimus G it is no contest, get the Optimus G. The Optimus G is a better phone (from what reviews and tech info I have read) then the One X. If you were comparing an S3 I would say it is a little more difficult. Here's why
HTC One X and Optimus G (LG) Locked bootloader. S3 is unlocked you can have custom roms installed.
HTC One X no Micro SD Slot. LG and S3 Do.
HTC One X and LG have sealed batteries. S3 is replaceable.
LG quad core phone. S3 AND HTC are dual only
LG and S3 2gb of ram. HTC just 1.
HTC best screen! LG and S3 are behind
So the only thing HTC has is the best screen and Sense if you want to count that. Other than that there are better phones and the LG is one of them.
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If you are comparing HTC One X vs Optimus G it is no contest, get the Optimus G. The Optimus G is a better phone (from what reviews and tech info I have read) then the One X. If you were comparing an S3 I would say it is a little more difficult. Here's why
HTC One X and Optimus G (LG) Locked bootloader. S3 is unlocked you can have custom roms installed.
HTC One X no Micro SD Slot. LG and S3 Do.
HTC One X and LG have sealed batteries. S3 is replaceable.
LG quad core phone. S3 AND HTC are dual only
LG and S3 2gb of ram. HTC just 1.
HTC best screen! LG and S3 are behind
So the only thing HTC has is the best screen and Sense if you want to count that. Other than that there are better phones and the LG is one of them.
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Isn't it a bit early to judge the ROM status of the LG Optimus G? it can still get an unlocked bootloader officially or unofficially.
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Isn't it a bit early to judge the ROM status of the LG Optimus G? it can still get an unlocked bootloader officially or unofficially.
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It is early but why take the chance? For me the answer is no. Either way today it is locked. I was just stating the facts.
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It is early but why take the chance? For me the answer is no. Either way today it is locked. I was just stating the facts.
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I never suggested taking a chance.
I just wish people would quit acting like the phone is DOA.
LG or XDA could intervene and the phone will be here Friday so it's not like most people can't wait a week or two at this point.
As someone who is still on the Captivate, I really enjoy the perks of having a device with identical hardware to nexus where many of the perks can easily be ported. I really would like to at least see what happens. No point in telling people to straight up give up hope before the thing even launches.
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I never suggested taking a chance.
I just wish people would quit acting like the phone is DOA.
LG or XDA could intervene and the phone will be here Friday so it's not like most people can't wait a week or two at this point.
As someone who is still on the Captivate, I really enjoy the perks of having a device with identical hardware to nexus where many of the perks can easily be ported. I really would like to at least see what happens. No point in telling people to straight up give up hope before the thing even launches.
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Yeah I agree. Plus how can I argue with a Captivate owner I sold mine in April and since then I have had 5 android phones. I do miss the Dev on the Cappy, it was FANTASTIC!
If anyone finds a way to bypass the bootloader then this most likely will be my next phone. Heck I am contemplating the Nexus 4 now but 16gb is just killing me. If the Att Optimus G could use Nexus roms and have LTE and SD card I am sold.
Let's cross our fingers
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I've got the optimus g from a skyrocket... being able to run roms is definitely a + we'll have to see if the lg can run roms... I had the xperia ion w/ a locked bootloader and the rom community is waaay smaller than on Samsung devices and others with unlocked bootloaders... but the optimus definitely has the best screen on any smartphone in 2012 the ips display is perfectly visible even in direct sunlight
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Lg optimus g FTW
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Yeah I agree. Plus how can I argue with a Captivate owner I sold mine in April and since then I have had 5 android phones. I do miss the Dev on the Cappy, it was FANTASTIC!
If anyone finds a way to bypass the bootloader then this most likely will be my next phone. Heck I am contemplating the Nexus 4 now but 16gb is just killing me. If the Att Optimus G could use Nexus roms and have LTE and SD card I am sold.
Let's cross our fingers
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I'm really amazed at how well my Captivate is holding up through dev support.
It's part of the reason I am really, really, really, hoping either someone around here or LG unlocks the bootloader.
Having that solid dev support in addition to fantastic hardware would make it the obvious choice.
Locked boot loader or not the Optimus G is a fantastic device. You literally have to hold one in your hands to realize how solid the device is.
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I had a LG 2X and sold it for HTC One X . The only real downside on the 2X was the battery life and I have that "issue" now on my One X ; which I believe will be my last Tegra device.
The only thing Tegra 3 succeeds is the standby life , it hardly loses any % overnight , for example. On GSM Arena blog , the LG OG is rated 5h on web test ; whereas HOX is rated 4h. Both on ICS . Samsung GS3 is 5h on ICS and 6h on JB.
So the LG OG should be compared with the HOX+ and it's larger battery ; benchmark performance are better for LG and practical performance are already good on HTC device ; so it's a matter of personal preference I guess.
Maybe you would want the latest technology and screw nvidia...
The smart move would be to wait if the LG OG gets the JB update as promised on december because the next iteration of device are coming on February ( Cortex-a15 ; full HD ) and probably on Android 4,2 ; that would mean - if LG OG stays ICS - it would be two updates ( 1 year ) late...huge
It should be noted the Nexus 4 is said to be "the fastest and smoothest device" but in benchmark performance it is really slow ( see anandtech and the verge) . Real life impression are better judgement i guess. Personally I dislike android (cyanogen like ) plain design.
Engadget : "Since the Nexus 4 uses the same 2,100mAh battery (and power-friendly Krait chip) as the Optimus G, we expected to record essentially the same runtime. Much to our surprise, however, it was considerably worse in both our tests and our real-life use."
G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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I like the HTC One Google edition or Sony Experia Z
Nexus 6
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maybe you will wait for along time .
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HTC One Silver 32GB gorgeous ..
Am selling mine optimus G
Buy LGOG2 boot loader unlock if Wu LG
The device is out since last automn, it's not even one year old...
My next one is not for the next 1 or 2 year easy!
And, as of now, there's no need to "upgrade", there's no real gaint to get, performance wyze, at stock speed. So when it starts to get "slow", I'll overclock a little, install CM rom, and stuff like that!
But, for now, the device is doing everything I ask it to do, and fast!
Nexus 9
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OG is still lightning fast and running smoothly on all the apps. I 'll most probably wait for the G3, the time when OG really outdated.
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Hm. Probably wait until Google releases their new phone, or Sony. A lot of new competetors out there who knows what will come up.
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I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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It all depends what you're looking for. True, the OGP lacks dev support, but the few ROMs we work nicely and the hardware is fantastic.
I wouldn't bother with an N4. The AT&T LG Optimus G (LG-E970) has almost the same exact hardware as the N4 but a bigger and better screen with cap keys and an external SD slot. But, since everything else is 97% the same as the N4, the OG gets updated custom ROMs just as fast as the N4 since the sources for the N4 can be use for the e970 with very minor changes.
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Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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Not necessarily. With 4.4 now out, the CM team would still need to add the device. However, personally, I do think this will get the 4.4 update one way or the other and I won't be jumping to a new phone anytime soon.
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I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:
This phone is a great phone and the developers that we do have are great. We will continue to get updates because the hardware is too good to just leave on jellybean. This is my opinion of course, so I am clearly happy with the e-980 and don't plan on getting another phone anytime soon.
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deadenz said:
I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:
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I did the same. I love the e980.
Definitely a big YES. Hehe.
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Do it! I left my HTC One for this puppy and altho we have less dev support the device itself is flawless. Only complain i have is i cant get it to fit in my pocket lol
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Yeah it's a good buy! At first time i had some thoughts may regret it but now it's ok!
Short answer. Yes.
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I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.
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I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.
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this phone is capable of way more than the samsung galaxy s4 that has the mf3 update. mine did so I traded for this phone :good:
I'm seriously thinking of getting the OGPro now. But it's only the lack of development that worries me a little, hope it gets better with time.
Thank you all for your valuable suggestions.
PS: Probably gonna place an order in an hour or two.
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i also bought from ebay 2 weeks ago
unlocked it too im using for 2 days its gr8 phone
the best value for the money
i just got problem with the camera is seems awful can make to picture better