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I have a friend wants trade me his white unlocked white s2 for my galaxy nexus. Just curious what you guys think. I really my nexus but the white s2 looks good
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No, hell no.
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Which one do you like more?
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Don't let some random dudes sitting naked in a beanbag chair eating cheetos tell you what phone to buy.
trade it.. sell it... buy a new phone
I think u should ask urself y is he willing to trade his s2 for a gnex
No.
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rayiskon said:
I think u should ask urself y is he willing to trade his s2 for a gnex
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No. WVGA resolution is fugly once you go 720p... I can never go back from 720p.
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Depends, hardware is better, but development is going to be slow and not as great in the long run. It really c;mes down to software or hardware, personally I will never buy anything not called a Nexus. But, it is your decision.
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unlvmike said:
Depends, hardware is better, but development is going to be slow and not as great in the long run. It really c;mes down to software or hardware, personally I will never buy anything not called a Nexus. But, it is your decision.
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Agreed however they are scheduled for an OTA ICS this week ( T-Mobile) which should speed up development. I myself come from the White S2 and I must admit I like my GN much more. Its a sleek sexy phone, not to mention the pure android experience, something you can get a taste of but not the full experience on the S2
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The Nexus is like a Galaxy S2½. So, there should be something else added to the trade. Maybe GS2 + US$100 = GNex.
Nope. Wouldn't suggest it.
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Because it's white? Get a white case if you want that color. Your getting a lesser phone if you trade.
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Because it's white? Get a white case if you want that color. Your getting a lesser phone if you trade.
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I think its a better phone but its software is less. Nowhere near the same dev support or official support. If history repeats itself the s2 will only get one major update. I doubt it will ever see anything past ics.
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Yeah thinking about it its a aweful idea mostly for the reason above unless u want to update your phone soon again lol
You will.get jellybean come the end the year and the gn will still rock I think you would regret it.
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I think I'm going keep my gn I really like it I don't know much on the s2 just that it looks cool. I know I can do white case lol I like the white housing but then I need a case for the s2 anyways to protect it so I have put white case on s2 so I will looking into and find a nice white case for my gn
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Don't get it. As a fellow Kitchener dude (that doesn't matter, though) believe me, you won't like an S2. I've used one, and I prefer my current GNex. The screen on the S2 feels like a step down despite being non-pentile, due to the low resolution. Also, TouchWiz is horrid. There are so many minor things at which the GNex is a better choice.
1) Dev support
2) Timely updates
3) Better screen
4) Better design (curved)
5) Stock
6) Better battery life
7) NFC
8) On-screen buttons
9) Better performance (TouchWiz on ICS takes up more RAM than stock launcher, etc)
10) No stupid carrier bloatware
11) No Samsung Kies
You've already made the decision, so I'm just adding this here in case you had second thoughts.
SweetStratus said:
I think I'm going keep my gn I really like it I don't know much on the s2 just that it looks cool. I know I can do white case lol I like the white housing but then I need a case for the s2 anyways to protect it so I have put white case on s2 so I will looking into and find a nice white case for my gn
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Check out the white Androidify case made by Cruzerlite. You can find them on Amazon. Cheap, thin, nice looking and good protection.
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Your friend is smart
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Hey fellas,
I finally made the switch again over to android.
I have been contemplating this for quite some time now and I just had to do it with the Nexus at $350 & I can not wait for it to arrive later this week. + i missed the xda community
I was a former Captivate owner then jumped over to the iphone 4s for a test and now I had to come back. Cant wait to start flashing roms (a little rusty since im sure things have changed in flashing techniques since I left) so a lot of reading to catch up on :good:
Never been a fan of touchwiz or any carrier implemented interface over android so this will be a great change having a pure google device for once.
Also what would be the best cheap case I should get ?????????
Just wanted to introduce myself on the Nexus forum and hope to be pretty active here
UPDATE: I ordered it on Saturday Oct 6th around 3pm ....anybody order it recently ? How long did it take for it to arrive because I haven't gotten any update as of yet??
Plus today being Columbus day I think there it wont be shipped out till tomorrow?
Welcome! This is my favorite stop for smartphone info...
The gnex has been my favorite android phone. The screen size paired with SwiftKey made for an easy transition from my droid 2's qwerty keyboard.
Your gsm version will get better battery life than sprint / verizon. I would suggest bugless beast with trinity kernel, screebl beta, extended battery, cpu spy, and better battery stats.
Good luck.
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I know even when I didn't have an android I would still come and browse around XDA to see what I was missing hah...
& Great appreciate the advice, I will def look into that...
Goto diztronics and get a tpu for about $10.
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Make sure you get a screen protector. Citigeeks has them for 5 bucks. Best 5 bucks I've ever spent
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Didn't want to wait for new Nexus? Seems may b coming out soon.
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I can say 100% that the battery life is better on the unlocked gsm model then sprint or verzion. I had the sprint gnex for four months. i got tried of thier data speeds so i cancelled my contract and since my brother was ditching his unlocked gnex for the iphone 5. i got his phone and went to att
i know a new nexus is coming but i will still keep this phone. i absolutely love it. the battery difference is night and day for me.
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Didn't want to wait for new Nexus? Seems may b coming out soon.
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I was thinking about holding off but I heard there were rumors it will be manufactured by LG? which I do not like as much. Also the $ was a influential factor, I can't justify spending $500+ on a phone so thought I would dive in now with the great reviewe's I've read.
Trying to sell my iphone for 300+ so it will basically be a trade off for me..
& thank you all for the comments. I have already ordered a case and screen protector from eBay so now i just sit and wait for it all to arrive :fingers-crossed: (the hardest part)
Congratz, you'll love the galaxy nexus.
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I hust got this phobe also, xheapest case i found in stock was 30.99 at best buy. I got one for 34.99, invisishield fir 20.89, used some best buy points i had and walked iut for $35. Was cool. Havent rooted yet, awesome phobe though.
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Rearth Slim Case -- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1405178 48 page thread about the case.
dont abuse the device, you'll be fine.
read stickies in general/q&a/efrant's to know how get around things (fastboot to be more precise, forget Odin, we have freedom here).
welcome home
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I personally use it without a case, only a screen protector on.
For 5 months, went without any scratches, then got 2 small battle scars when i friend knocked it over.
I got a casemate barely there black case. Google it. Bought it for €15
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My favorite by far is the Otterbox Commuter case, just picked one up for $15. Feels great and feels secure.
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Body Glove TPU at Walmart +/- $15 depending which store. Had it since march and still fits snug and looks good.
miketoasty said:
My favorite by far is the Otterbox Commuter case, just picked one up for $15. Feels great and feels secure.
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Don't forget your helmet this morning when you head out to go to work...
Screw cases just be careful with it.
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I have had my galaxy nexus for about a month with straight talk. Love the phone and cheap service. I use just a cheap tpu case from eBay. Gets the job done.
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I'm just about to do the same! I'm on the s2 and jumping onto the nexus in about a few days! I'm excited!! I know the specs are a bit outdated but I don't really need or want quad core as of yet .
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Yea I ordered a cheap TPU case that came with the screen protector so should be good...
I just can't stand the wait....
How long did it take for your guys phones to arrive ? anybody order it very recently??
I just realized being Columbus day I fear it won't be sent out today either (my card charge still is pending)
I was curious if anyone out in the XDA world knew whether AT&T is getting the black gs3??!! My girlfriend has the verizon black gs3 and its sexy and im quite jelly of it
Or if there are glass screen and back cover replacement possibilities .
Thanks
Doubtful at&t will get a black one. I wouldn't mind it myself. As far as parts go....maybe. keep your eyes on eBay! I'll be doing the same. :thumbup:
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Thanks friend, i found this incase you might be interested also
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Front...907?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f1e817f7b
could be worth a buy
I'm selling my s3 for $640 this week and wants to get a new phone not sure to wait for xperia z or note 2. Has anybody switched from s3 to note 2? Big difference?
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I went from the S3 to the Note 2 and never looked back. This speed is amazing the screen is incredible, just hands down all around better.
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Way better!!
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the_ahmadzais said:
I'm selling my s3 for $640 this week and wants to get a new phone not sure to wait for xperia z or note 2. Has anybody switched from s3 to note 2? Big difference?
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Xperia z= no spen, no multi Window, scratch prone and untested. This is a no brainer. I can almost guarantee 99% of the people on here will agree that the note 2 is the best phone they have ever owned.
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I was a proud supporter of HTC for a long time. I bought the GS3, and two days later sold it. I didn't like how the screen made TW feel incomplete. Then I bought the N2, and damn, TW is amazing!!!! I don't see myself ever going to anything other than the Note series. As long as Samsung keeps updating, I will always be one of the first adapters. Honestly, I was sort of ashamed of myself I waited so long to buy it (bought it DEc 27)
I will say this, after using this phone, even the GS3 has a small screen. My old One S is super tiny, and lets not talk about iPhone's, those are literally toys in size compared to the sheer massive screen. So be prepared to never go back to anything under 5.5
Who the hell would buy a an s3 for 640....it retails for 549!
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I came from s3 and iphone 5. Note 2 hands down is the best phone and best choice. Phone is amazing. You will love it.
C.S.
I still have my s3, but since I got my note 2 it has been in a drawer for over a month untouched. The note 2 is so awesome my s3 just seems like a phone I would give my 10 year old daughter because it is of no use to me. Definitly won't regret going note 2. It is a badass phone man. Seriously this phone is awesome.
sent via note 2 in boss mode @ quad core 1.9ghz
Note 2 has "hidden" Trad Chinese interface while S3 does not.
Went from the s3 to the Note 2. If you want the best......well, there it is.
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I have an old bracelet from my father that is worth the world to me, for you most likely not worth anything. Moral of the story go get yourself a note and try it out. Nobody can tell you the worth of one of YOUR items. That is if you end up getting it of course.
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Playing devil's advocate here...
consider the Nexus 4 when (if?) it's ever back in stock?
the_ahmadzais said:
I'm selling my s3 for $640 this week and wants to get a new phone not sure to wait for xperia z or note 2.
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Who would have thought that one could swap a S3 for a Note II and actully make a few bucks. You can buy a brand new, unlocked N2 for $627.50.
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Amowagou said:
Who would have thought that one could swap a S3 for a Note II and actully make a few bucks. You can buy a brand new, unlocked N2 for $627.50.
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Ok the reason I can sell the s3 for 640$ I work for wind mobile and we have it for $649 plus taxes I would sell it to customer for 640$ I know if I sell it on Craigslist it be like 400$
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Playing devil's advocate here...
consider the Nexus 4 when (if?) it's ever back in stock?
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Im actually seriously considering selling nexus 4 and getting a note 2. The nexus is very nice and all but has some issues that must be addressed.
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Markor13 said:
I went from the S3 to the Note 2 and never looked back. This speed is amazing the screen is incredible, just hands down all around better.
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+1 100% i sold my S3 last night for $450 And bought new in box never turned on note 2 for $400 on the good old streets of the D lmao.
So glad I did plus had extra $50 to get a case and mhl adapter (11 pin). Cause I had the 5 pin to 11 pin adapter just get sick of having an extra part.
11 pin adapter $15.99
http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Premium-Adapter-Samsung/dp/B009XGLZPQ/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Black Red Hybrid Armor Cover Case with Stand $1.06 cents look like it has really good reviews for how cheap it was.
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Hybrid-...358527676&sr=1-44&keywords=galaxy+note+2+case
Grand total of $23 with shipping.
I will be getting this little bad ass dock I would have got it today but they are out of stock so had to get a rain check.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Unive...1358526870&sr=8-3&keywords=galaxy+note+2+dock
Will update when I get all items above.
Hope I didn't go over board and bore you..Thanks for looking and if you like hit the Thanks for ME!! have a good one.
nillyboble said:
+1 100% i sold my S3 last night for $450 And bought new in box never turned on note 2 for $400 on the good old streets of the D lmao.
So glad I did plus had extra $50 to get a case and mhl adapter (11 pin). Cause I had the 5 pin to 11 pin adapter just get sick of having an extra part.
11 pin adapter $15.99
http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Premium-Adapter-Samsung/dp/B009XGLZPQ/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Black Red Hybrid Armor Cover Case with Stand $1.06 cents look like it has really good reviews for how cheap it was.
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Hybrid-...358527676&sr=1-44&keywords=galaxy+note+2+case
Grand total of $23 with shipping.
I will be getting this little bad ass dock I would have got it today but they are out of stock so had to get a rain check.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Unive...1358526870&sr=8-3&keywords=galaxy+note+2+dock
Will update when I get all items above.
Hope I didn't go over board and bore you..Thanks for looking and if you like hit the Thanks for ME!! have a good one.
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Damn only 400$ ill pay you 550$ easily lol. But here in Canada they going for 650-750 on Craigslist. Where is good old streets of D lol?
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the_ahmadzais said:
Damn only 400$ ill pay you 550$ easily lol. But here in Canada they going for 650-750 on Craigslist. Where is good old streets of D lol?
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IKR, I had saved few$ and was gonna sell S3 and buy on craigslist for $600 but I got real lucky. Streets of Detroit lol I was talking to a guy in a clinic were i just sold my S3 a few mins before. so this guy asked why I sold a good phone like that. I told him I was saving to get the Note 2. He said no **** I just bought 3 but my wife don't like it. I was like no kidding how much you want for it? He said give me $400 cash right now and its yours. He said he just wanted to get his $ back and make $100. So I jumped on that **** lol. Then gave him a big bro hug lmao.
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IKR, I had saved few$ and was gonna sell S3 and buy on craigslist for $600 but I got real lucky. Streets of Detroit lol I was talking to a guy in a clinic were i just sold my S3 a few mins before. so this guy asked why I sold a good phone like that. I told him I was saving to get the Note 2. He said no **** I just bought 3 but my wife don't like it. I was like no kidding how much you want for it? He said give me $400 cash right now and its yours. He said he just wanted to get his $ back and make $100. So I jumped on that **** lol. Then gave him a big bro hug lmao.
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I would be concerned this guy is gonna report it as stollen get a new Note 2 from insurance company and have your imei blocked giving you a $400 paper weight, I hope for your sake I am just to cynacal for my own good, and that you just got a great deal, but I always think if a deal seems too good to be true it usually is.
I have had every phone worth having since the first IPhone and the G1 and this is by far the best one hands down. I got lucky and got mine for free from TMobile loyalty department because my sg3 I broke and they didnt add the insurance like they were supposed to. They were gonna just send another sg3 and I asked if he could send a Note 2 instead and he said sure lol I was lucky as hell.
Well I ended up ordering one of these bad boys and should have it next weekend. I currently have an s3, so I am sure I will love it.
I tried to wait for the s4 or the HTC One as I was really interested in both, but in the end screen real estate and the S Pen won me over. Also battery life reviews.
Just wanted to say can't wait to be part of this community. I am sure is every so helpful as my as the s3 one was.
Next weekend can't come soon enough! Also best part.....no contract! Woot!
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JesseMT4G said:
Well I ended up ordering one of these bad boys and should have it next weekend. I currently have an s3, so I am sure I will love it.
I tried to wait for the s4 or the HTC One as I was really interested in both, but in the end screen real estate and the S Pen won me over. Also battery life reviews.
Just wanted to say can't wait to be part of this community. I am sure is every so helpful as my as the s3 one was.
Next weekend can't come soon enough! Also best part.....no contract! Woot!
Sent from a galaxy far away!
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welcome!
Have fun!
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Welcome!!
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Thanks guys, appreciated!
Nothing like the feeling of a new phone, minus your 1st born...or car....or house....but it is up there, haha!
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You're gonna love it. Especially since they are going to port the features of the s4 over to us in the months coming
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Welcome man, yea it's an awesome phone to say the least. You'll love it.
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JesseMT4G said:
Well I ended up ordering one of these bad boys and should have it next weekend. I currently have an s3, so I am sure I will love it.
I tried to wait for the s4 or the HTC One as I was really interested in both, but in the end screen real estate and the S Pen won me over. Also battery life reviews.
Just wanted to say can't wait to be part of this community. I am sure is every so helpful as my as the s3 one was.
Next weekend can't come soon enough! Also best part.....no contract! Woot!
Sent from a galaxy far away!
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Prepare to be blown away. Sure a couple others got the hardware specs beat but the Note II is an incredible device.:highfive: