Okay so I just got the GS2, while I was waiting for it to arrive I started ready all the defects, I knew already that it was not as fast as the original but then screen problems. First thing I did was a quadrant and i got 2200, 2400 last 3200. After that i did the screen test with that blog image and sure enough it is grey with lines and blog. I guess the only good thing about this phone is the data speed total bummer. I came from G2x and I notice lag on the GS2 like on home screen transition. I just couldn’t wait for the Nexus so got GS2 and I’m disappointed and now I’m going to root it and put EB see if that helps.
What's the date on the back of the box?
Deebo took your bike too?
9/28 but i dont think that matters since everyone saying they have same issues.
cheapshot789 said:
Okay so I just got the GS2, while I was waiting for it to arrive I started ready all the defects, I knew already that it was not as fast as the original but then screen problems. First thing I did was a quadrant and i got 2200, 2400 last 3200. After that i did the screen test with that blog image and sure enough it is grey with lines and blog. I guess the only good thing about this phone is the data speed total bummer. I came from G2x and I notice lag on the GS2 like on home screen transition. I just couldn’t wait for the Nexus so got GS2 and I’m disappointed and now I’m going to root it and put EB see if that helps.
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I came from a g2x too...but im definitely not dissapointed. Just root and flash Eb and you have a beast! Im pretty sure you know about Doniqcc's work. But yah i hated Touchwiz too...stock launcher is so much more smoother and lighter.
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9/28 but i dont think that matters since everyone saying they have same issues.
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Actually, if memory serves, the threads with people who have screen issues have had 9/28 devices. Mine was 9/29 and its been fine.
I would wait, something new (rom) is dropping in a few ....
Hercules, Hercules!!
I meant that i was dissapointed becuase of all the hype of the original GS2, hopefully its better with EB im bout to flash but coming for the G2x rooted it was fast and about the screen have you dont the blog.img test and gone through the steps cuz ive read people with box date of oct and have same issue but i still need to use the phone just got it and the only way i notice is doing the test everything else is not to bad yet.
I dnt think we need anymore roms...i want a kernel!
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I dnt think we need anymore roms...i want a kernel!
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So make one, if not patiently wait like the rest of us. More roms are great for the community.
Hercules, Hercules!!
Had we gotten this phone when sgs ii was released 6 freaking months ago it might also add to the impression
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Actually, if memory serves, the threads with people who have screen issues have had 9/28 devices. Mine was 9/29 and its been fine.
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my device is 10/1 and it has random reboots, screen lines and blobs (not extremely awful by any means)
the rebooting is what is pissing me off
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I would wait, something new (rom) is dropping in a few ....
Hercules, Hercules!!
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nice!! what ROM? by who? any info on what'll be included?? is this what whitehawk was talking about?? I hope so!! and the more ROM's the merrier, having options are nice, that was the hardest thing about leaving the sensation, so many to choose from, but it seems like we'll have a good amount here in short time as well. But some kernels would be nice too.....
Yes, Whitehawk's Juggernaut has been released on the Rootzwiki forums.
Edit: It's here on XDA now too.
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I've had a few exchanges and the best screen is with box date 9.29. My camcorder was jumpy and I got the phone to freeze a couple of times. Rooted and flashed eb today and it is crazy fast! Very happy about my decision to flash
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So make one, if not patiently wait like the rest of us. More roms are great for the community.
Hercules, Hercules!!
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Lol why you mad?
I am patiently waiting...and i know more ROMS are good...but whats the fun in trying other roms if all of them are pretty much the same? Meaning built off the stock rom. Yes i know Juggernaut is out which has a few tweaks, but to me its still not any different than EB.
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Lol why you mad?
I am patiently waiting...and i know more ROMS are good...but whats the fun in trying other roms if all of them are pretty much the same? Meaning built off the stock rom. Yes i know Juggernaut is out which has a few tweaks, but to me its still not any different than EB.
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Themers/skinners/modders
Wait for a dev to make a rom that's different.
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Lol why you mad?
I am patiently waiting...and i know more ROMS are good...but whats the fun in trying other roms if all of them are pretty much the same? Meaning built off the stock rom. Yes i know Juggernaut is out which has a few tweaks, but to me its still not any different than EB.
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I feel the same. I want something innovative. Small mods on the stock just isn't worth it. Time to be patient?
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nodrogkam said:
Actually, if memory serves, the threads with people who have screen issues have had 9/28 devices. Mine was 9/29 and its been fine.
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My 9/28 device is flawless
jessejames111981 said:
I feel the same. I want something innovative. Small mods on the stock just isn't worth it. Time to be patient?
My 9/28 device is flawless
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There is no 'good' date. It just depends on each individual phone. I've had three from 9/28 now and 1 is great, 1 is pretty good, 1 was bad. I had one from 9/29 and it was decent, but the loud speaker was broken.
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Source code released this morning. Give it a whirl devs, i'm sure we're all curious to see what this phone can do.
http://dl4.htc.com/RomCode/Source_and_Binaries/glacier-2.6.32-g52a2a81.tar.gz
Good deal. Overclocking is a big one for me. Maybe after I learn some more programming with my degree I can syart helping these guys on new phones...
Also, I am not sure if TMobile is going to disable wi-fi calling or tether features, but we should jack them on the idea of charging us too.
This should be a good day for us MT4G owners I hope!
All kernel sources are here: http://developer.htc.com/
Nice! It's about time! As much as I love the stock version I need to see what this baby can do.
MYT4G (Glacier)
HeavyComponent said:
Nice! It's about time! As much as I love the stock version I need to see what this baby can do.
MYT4G (Glacier)
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I know it might FEEL like a long time, but this is actually AMAZINGLY quick for HTC to release source compared to some of their other phones.
awesome, hopefully the phone will get some dev love now
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This should be a good day for us MT4G owners I hope!
All kernel sources are here: http://developer.htc.com/
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Direct link to our specific kernel in the OP
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awesome, hopefully the phone will get some dev love now
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This was all Kmobs was waiting on. He mentioned (twitter) last night that ETA for CM6 was 12/25/10, contingent upon source release. Since this came out WAY ahead of the usual time frame for releases, i'm thinking we'll get something long before Christmas.
This means we'll get ROM's soon...I hope?
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This means we'll get ROM's soon...I hope?
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It means custom kernels, not roms. Though it does technically mean we'll get CM6 sooner since it uses a custom kernel.
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It means custom kernels, not roms. Though it does technically mean we'll get CM6 sooner since it uses a custom kernel.
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Awesomeness...bring on the ROM's already..I'm tired of espresso..well actually the only thing I hate about it is the launcher..
ahhhhh im so excited!!! and i dont even have my mytouch yet!!! lol
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Awesomeness...bring on the ROM's already..I'm tired of espresso..well actually the only thing I hate about it is the launcher..
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Download ADW or Launcher Pro out of the market. I'm used to CM6, so I went with ADW. Feels like home.
Yep, bloatware cleanup, ADW install, and SDcard cleanup are on the menu tonight. Hopefully someone will have an OC kernel up by this evening.
I wonder if we'll be able to break the 2GHz barrier on the MT4G, I know they hit 1.9 on the G2.
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Yep, bloatware cleanup, ADW install, and SDcard cleanup are on the menu tonight. Hopefully someone will have an OC kernel up by this evening.
I wonder if we'll be able to break the 2GHz barrier on the MT4G, I know they hit 1.9 on the G2.
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I'm thinking it will crush the G2's scores. Although that really doesn't matter much to me so much as what they'll be able to do with OC/UV. I want to see how much battery life they'll get out of the MSM8255.
Yeah ya! I just jizzed my pants!! Oops lol
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This was all Kmobs was waiting on. He mentioned (twitter) last night that ETA for CM6 was 12/25/10, contingent upon source release. Since this came out WAY ahead of the usual time frame for releases, i'm thinking we'll get something long before Christmas.
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Maybe I'll get a CM6 rom for Hanukkah.
i woke up to this... talk about morning wood ;]
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I'm thinking it will crush the G2's scores. Although that really doesn't matter much to me so much as what they'll be able to do with OC/UV. I want to see how much battery life they'll get out of the MSM8255.
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I dunno if I'd go so far as to say "crush" however I'd be surprised if it wasn't higher. I agree though equal performance to stock with much better battery life is far more exciting because stock is already fast as hell.
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i woke up to this... talk about morning wood ;]
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That's what I'm saying lol...
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Is the development up to par withh the hype that surrounded this phone. I look through the forum and I don't see any rom as of right now that makes me want to switch. The Roms are all basically the same and seems like they aren't really that much better than being stock and rooted. I know this phone blows the sensation away etc etc but development over there unquestionably was much better. Just dissapointed because I thought we would get more devs here
we have cm 7 and were getting Cm9, miui is being worked on and the phone is still new. Plus the Dev is still more then the amaze in my opinion. We are the red headed step child of the sgs2 family don't forget that. It will grow bigger
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^^^+1.
Besides, the phone has only been out for like 6-7 weeks...and we already have cm7 working. Plus, i really think that DEVs are saving up all their devving work for ICS.
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^^^+1.
Besides, the phone has only been out for like 6-7 weeks...and we already have cm7 working. Plus, i really think that DEVs are saving up all their devving work for ICS.
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that
and also they are waiting for the first stable RC1 of CM7, and CM9 before going wild
and as soon as the official ICS with TW gets released, you'll be sure to see Juggernaut upgraded as well
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Is the development up to par withh the hype that surrounded this phone. I look through the forum and I don't see any rom as of right now that makes me want to switch. The Roms are all basically the same and seems like they aren't really that much better than being stock and rooted. I know this phone blows the sensation away etc etc but development over there unquestionably was much better. Just dissapointed because I thought we would get more devs here
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What are you using on your Sensation?
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This phone just came out like 6 weeks ago lol
How many ROMs were out for the Sensation in the first 6 weeks?
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What are you using on your Sensation?
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I was running Energy rom. I actually had 2 sensations mine and my wife's, I took hers to play with when I sold mine to get the GS2 ,she went with mt4g slide and I'm about to sell the other one to a friend of mine who needs a phone bad. So that will leave me with just this phone ....not that its a bad thing just thought we would have a little more variety. Sensation was locked and that set it back for a while but once it was cracked it seemed like devs flocked to it. Maybe that will change once ics is up and running. But the guys that are here are doing a great job as there is some good available Roms. Trust me I'm not complaining cause I wish I could do what y'all do and I plan to in the future once life allows me the time
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I wish I could do what y'all do and I plan to in the future once life allows me the time
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LOL same here
i barely have time to flash a new ROM, life is just too busy
i've been setting up a Dev environment, but never had the time to actually build anything
I keep hearing we are, but I see no proof. Anything?
I am a total noob on here as well and I am not trying to be an ass when I say the following: Do a search!!
It is coming but from everything I have read on here from doing my own research, graphics drivers are a huge problem along with some other issues and CM9 will probably not see the light of day on the SGH-T989 until after Samsung releases their ICS build.
Also, it is never a good idea to ask for an ETA from any developer. From what I have heard from other people that especially holds true for Cyanogen.
I'm not asking for a ETA, I just want to know it's coming.
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I keep hearing we are, but I see no proof. Anything?
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I can tell you that my TMO inside man told me that a internal doc was posted in the extranet that said the SGSII was getting ICS, but no date was included. With that said, when ICS is released on our phone we should see CM9 released within the month after that. Thats my guess.
Ah. People were making it out to be that it was coming out this month. Dreams crushed. D;
Thats what I thought too, but its going to be while. But well worth the wait im sure
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Ah. People were making it out to be that it was coming out this month. Dreams crushed. D;
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It was stated that Samsungs goal was first quarter of 2012, I'd take that very loosely though.
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I can't wait for ICS! My friend has the GNexus and its a nice phone however I like the physical appearance of the GS2 better!
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Seeing how well Samsung's promises of software upgrades go (on the Behold and Vibrant) I do not count on ICS being available for them at any time in the near future and definitely not in Q1. I'm sure we'll see CM9 released before seeing an official version from Samsung. At this point, between Dewizzed and CM7 I am very happy with the device and can wait (or at least try to!!).
http://device.sprintpcs.com/Samsung/SPH-D710/FB24.rdf
Let the fun begin?
Caulk!!!
And here...we...go!
whaaaat lol keep em coming!!!!!
I'm really at the point where I think (personal opinion) unless it's got some major changes/fixes screw it not worth it.
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I'm really at the point where I think (personal opinion) unless it's got some major changes/fixes screw it not worth it.
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No way! This is just like flashing CM7 nightlies a year ago on my OG EVO, I love it! Keep the leaks coming guys! I want to watch this baby develop into a full grown ice cream sandwich!
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I'm really at the point where I think (personal opinion) unless it's got some major changes/fixes screw it not worth it.
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well good.. more bandwidth for me. lol
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I'm really at the point where I think (personal opinion) unless it's got some major changes/fixes screw it not worth it.
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It's good for the flashaholics, though. I'm just happy that we have proof positive that Samsung is working hard on getting ICS up and running on our phone.
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I'm really at the point where I think (personal opinion) unless it's got some major changes/fixes screw it not worth it.
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Seriously. I'm still on EL29, and will remain there until all the drama of the FB** releases are sorted out. I've seen far too many people bricking their phone, and without CWM built in yet, it's just too much hassle going back and forth. That said, it's still nice to see some actual Sprint/Samsung dev going on with regards to our phones. It's about time.
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It's good for the flashaholics, though. I'm just happy that we have proof positive that Samsung is working hard on getting ICS up and running on our phone.
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I am a flashaholic as well. I've wanted ICS for a long time but I kept patient which a lot of people did not. I also need stability as well at times don't get me wrong I'm glad they are working on things but 2 days difference at times does not show much also. that being said I still flashed FB21 lol.
Who cares if the RDF is up, they seem to put one up every 3 days or so.. it doesnt even get released for about 4-5 days after the RDF goes up.
Man, is it ever going to stop!!!
Ugh I hate this
It's good they're working on ICS and all but do we really need to leak every build.
iSaint said:
Ugh I hate this
It's good they're working on ICS and all but do we really need to leak every build.
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Cmon Saint you already know the answer to that
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Man, is it ever going to stop!!!
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it'll never stop ... unless they stop support for our device pretty sure you wouldnt want that.
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Who cares if the RDF is up, they seem to put one up every 3 days or so.. it doesnt even get released for about 4-5 days after the RDF goes up.
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Not true, FB 21 got leaked and released yesterday, just 2 days after the rdf posted....
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Ugh I hate this
It's good they're working on ICS and all but do we really need to leak every build.
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Well this isn't a leak .... yet.
I knew it would be like this once it got rolling. Which is why I'm not theming my ICS ROM or putting any real time into setting it up. In fact I've only re-installed/restored a fraction of my daily driver Apps. I've got all that tucked away in my nice little EL29 backup, which I'm 5 minutes away from if I need my phone to be 100% functional. It also makes flashing new leaks once a week easier and more fun.
Those that are bricking their phones, while I definitely feel for them, must be doing something whacky. If one follows tried, true and simple Odin and CWM methods, it's like flashing any other ROM and carries the same minimal risks. Any time I flash, I check the md5s and have a plan on where I want to be and the steps I need to take to get there. Every damn time. A bit of thought and patience can be the difference between a lot of fun and a brick.
Meh I'm fckin rambling. Probably a side effect of my 2yr old getting the flu and puking all night long. I'm tired.
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Well this isn't a leak .... yet.
I knew it would be like this once it got rolling. Which is why I'm not theming my ICS ROM or putting any real time into setting it up. In fact I've only re-installed/restored a fraction of my daily driver Apps. I've got all that tucked away in my nice little EL29 backup, which I'm 5 minutes away from if I need my phone to be 100% functional. It also makes flashing new leaks once a week easier and more fun.
Those that are bricking their phones, while I definitely feel for them, must be doing something whacky. If one follows tried, true and simple Odin and CWM methods, it's like flashing any other ROM and carries the same minimal risks. Any time I flash, I check the md5s and have a plan on where I want to be and the steps I need to take to get there. Every damn time. A bit of thought and patience can be the difference between a lot of fun and a brick.
Meh I'm fckin rambling. Probably a side effect of my 2yr old getting the flu and puking all night long. I'm tired.
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totally agree with the Flashing stuff. This is one way I've stayed golden with every build without ever having an issue flashing things.
im going to hang on til there is a stable release but thanks for posting!
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+1
Some people are flashing junkies, and will love to test it out
I love that they are working on this but what I really hope Is that the leaks help the cm9 dev get things sorted out because I'm. Not moving from gingerbread until things are stable. I also really want to see what ICS Touchwiz will look like after they are DONE.
But for now I'm Perfectly happy on my very stable and fast dark ics themed blend rom!
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I don't think I ever been so anxious to get a phone as much as I am to get the Galaxy S3 later on this month. When I first laid my hands on it during the summer, I already knew I wanted it. I'm coming from the HTC Sensation, one of my favorite phones. Anything I should know about the Galaxy (I've done my research,know how to flash/root,etc.)?
That it's awesome, any more brain busters?
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I don't think I ever been so anxious to get a phone as much as I am to get the Galaxy S3 later on this month. When I first laid my hands on it during the summer, I already knew I wanted it. I'm coming from the HTC Sensation, one of my favorite phones. Anything I should know about the Galaxy (I've done my research,know how to flash/root,etc.)?
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I just made the exact same transition. No firmware to match with ROM's, just have to match up the radio.
One of the biggest differences for me was just how thin the phone was compared to the sensation. It's tough to hold the Sensation now.
Just make sure to back up your IMEI number as soon as you get the phone and have fun there's a lot of stuff to flash here. Your in luck too, cyanogen him self owns this phone and is getting ready to release 4.2 jelly bean nightly soon.
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Just make sure to back up your IMEI number as soon as you get the phone and have fun there's a lot of stuff to flash here. Your in luck too, cyanogen him self owns this phone and is getting ready to release 4.2 jelly bean nightly soon.
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Back up the IMEI number...how to do that?
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Back up the IMEI number...how to do that?
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check out this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29461950
I made this same change just a month ago and I love the s3. One of the biggest difference is changing radios is MUCH easier, no more going into the bootloader and flashing the radio, with the s3 they are called "modems" and you flash it just like you do with a rom. Bigger screen obviously, but also better sound and volume through the speaker. WAY faster in general use, even rooted and overclocked my sensation was still slower than my underclocked s3. There are just as many if not more custom rom's for the s3 and everybody makes accessories for it.
I'm getting the GS3...just waiting to find a good holiday deal on it
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I'm getting the GS3...just waiting to find a good holiday deal on it
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The Sensation was a great phone though. Ahead of it's time. I was sad when I sold mine.
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The Sensation was a great phone though. Ahead of it's time. I was sad when I sold mine.
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as did i. but i did get pretty good resale value out of it, paid 250 and sold it for 200 after 9 or 10 months. was a really good phone but honestly, if you enjoyed your sensation you will LOVE the s3:good: