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Just got it!

Left my EVO 4G LTE for this beauty. SO HAPPY. Loving it. What are some cool tips and tricks? Any awesome apps I should get? (This is my second android, I only had EVO for two weeks).

megamaster2 said:
Left my EVO 4G LTE for this beauty. SO HAPPY. Loving it. What are some cool tips and tricks? Any awesome apps I should get? (This is my second android, I only had EVO for two weeks).
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Welcome to the collective.
Dead Trigger was one of the first apps I got. Very tempted to get Need for Speed: MW.
Wallbase to look at nice pictures and test out the screen.

You wont regret it, i made the same switch as you did!
This phone has a ridiculous amount of potential.
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swizz-knife77 said:
You wont regret it, i made the same switch as you did!
This phone has a ridiculous amount of potential.
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I'm thinking of getting this phone as a second phone, but unfortunately I think this phone will only have potential and developing for it won't quite take off which is why I haven't pulled the trigger.
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shook187 said:
I'm thinking of getting this phone as a second phone, but unfortunately I think this phone will only have potential and developing for it won't quite take off which is why I haven't pulled the trigger.
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Why do you believe that to be the case when it's nearly identical to the Nexus 4 and the bootloader has already been unlocked?

Patience is a virtue my friend, and you do have choices. I see the progress being made with the boot loader and root, as well as an AIO tool already completed, man once these roms get rolling you'll regret not having one.
The choice is yours my friend.
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Should I buy the Optimus G?
swizz-knife77 said:
You wont regret it, i made the same switch as you did!
This phone has a ridiculous amount of potential.
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I was thinking about getting the evo lte but I'm now leaning more to the optimus. Is it really that good?? I'm coming from using an evo 3d...
I really want to get it but I'm still not sure.. Thanks for the help..

As of right now my opinion is this. The phone is solid. The corners are kind of harsh. The hardware is fantastic. Surprisingly from what I have heard in the past on LG the ui is pretty good.
At the moment it has the best specs on Sprint period.
Now, when our comes to development, we will have to wait and see. It is the 4th highest selling Android oem on the 3rd largest provider. From that it is easy to say the S3 on At&t gets more attention. This will also never get the following of the Nexus. But, it does have development.
I would get it. You can also wait for the Flossy seal of approval if you like.
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Lurien said:
I was thinking about getting the evo lte but I'm now leaning more to the optimus. Is it really that good?? I'm coming from using an evo 3d...
I really want to get it but I'm still not sure.. Thanks for the help..
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I got the EVO LTE and returned it for this beauty. I only miss the kickstand. This phone flies while the EVO froze.
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This phone is awesome, I've played Need for Speed Most Wanted, Dark Knight Rises,Asphalt 7, Minecraft, and Modern Combat 4, this phone flies, it gets really hot that's the only issue but that doesn't affect performance at all. Stock UI is surprisingly nice. Screen is amazing. Development hasn't been good but I have no doubt that Roms, Kernels, and Mods will come with due time.
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Just bought this beast an hour ago, already rooted and transferring my stuff from my Epic 4G. I compared the LG Mach because I didn't want to give up my physical keyboard ( :crying: ) but in the end the dual-core vs. quad-core was no comparison! Plus, $99 at Best Buy was a steal (Sprint store wouldn't price match).
Like going from a Yugo to a Ferrari!

Switched from AT&T and the Motorola Atrix 4G to Sprint and the LG Optimus G and so far, I haven't regretted switching from AT&T to Sprint and from the Motorola Atrix 4G to the LG Optimus G. Can't wait for JellyBean on this phone. Decided to switch to Sprint since Sprint is the only carrier that now offers truly unlimited data.

Just nabbed the last one today @ BB for $99! Loving it so far. Was originally gonna get the Note 2 but the price won't drop. I couldn't resist this deal. Looking forward to the ROMS!

Got this phone yesterday, traded my s3 for it. Loving it so far, since I've hated the S3 as soon as I got it. Evo LTE was nice too had it for 2 months but the 1gb of RAM was killing me with Sense.
Haven't tinkered with it yet but thinking of just stock rooting just for getting rid of the Ads.

Best Price on Optimus G upgrade (anything beat Sprint/Amazon $99?)

Hey all!
I've been lurking the forums for a long time. Used some great guides a few years ago to root and mod my LG Optimus S... .which I still use today. It has served me well, but it's time for an upgrade!
I have been watching the LG Optimus G for a month or two... Sprint did their buy one get one free for $200 deal that ended March 1st... now they have $49.99 for a new contract and $99.99 for an upgrade. This matches what Amazon has been running for months. I don't have 4G in my area, and don't expect it anytime soon, so I am waiting to buy when the price drops end. I know the Optimus G Pro is going to be launch in the next few months. SO, should I expect the price to drop again when the Optimus G Pro comes out? or is $99 probably the best deal to expect for some time?
I haven't watch prices for more than a month or two, so if anyone who has seen the market ups and downs could chime in it would be much appreciated!
Thanks!

I got it for $99 from Best Buy a couple months ago and I think it's a steal at that price. The only comparable phones easily go for twice that. I doubt it'll get much better in the near future.
I'm not an expert. Just my two cents.
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cbmboy said:
Hey all!
I've been lurking the forums for a long time. Used some great guides a few years ago to root and mod my LG Optimus S... .which I still use today. It has served me well, but it's time for an upgrade!
I have been watching the LG Optimus G for a month or two... Sprint did their buy one get one free for $200 deal that ended March 1st... now they have $49.99 for a new contract and $99.99 for an upgrade. This matches what Amazon has been running for months. I don't have 4G in my area, and don't expect it anytime soon, so I am waiting to buy when the price drops end. I know the Optimus G Pro is going to be launch in the next few months. SO, should I expect the price to drop again when the Optimus G Pro comes out? or is $99 probably the best deal to expect for some time?
I haven't watch prices for more than a month or two, so if anyone who has seen the market ups and downs could chime in it would be much appreciated!
Thanks!
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If it were me in your position .... I would probably wait till the Pro version launches and compare the Optimus G (which I have and love btw) against the G pro and see what kind of upgrade pricing you can get on both at that time. Anyway ... the Optimus G is a GREAT device with a lot of power and at $99 ... it's a steal!
Like the guy above me this is just my opinion on the issue. That Pro version sure looks nice but I am married to the Optimus G for 23 more months :good:

Shantox73 said:
If it were me in your position .... I would probably wait till the Pro version launches and compare the Optimus G (which I have and love btw) against the G pro and see what kind of upgrade pricing you can get on both at that time. Anyway ... the Optimus G is a GREAT device with a lot of power and at $99 ... it's a steal!
Like the guy above me this is just my opinion on the issue. That Pro version sure looks nice but I am married to the Optimus G for 23 more months :good:
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Yeah but what carrier is picking up on the G pro? The G wasn't exactly a cash cow for them.
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You can find it used in Craigslist for 200 in KC. If you want some advice, never get stuck in a contract. Buy used stuff cheap and sell your old stuff on eBay.
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One of these days I will learn that. You are very correct.
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We sell it for 89.99 at my store. A little birdie tells me it will be 49.99 soon.
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Enzopreme said:
Yeah but what carrier is picking up on the G pro? The G wasn't exactly a cash cow for them.
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Hard to say cuz you are very correct.

I wouldn't waste a ton of time deciding..get this phone
$100 is a steal..i paid $280 off contract for mine

Or just get a free gsIII. Ebayed it for 470 then bought and brand new LGOG for 400. Profit= 40 bucks plus a superior phone

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Or just get a free gsIII. Ebayed it for 470 then bought and brand new LGOG for 400. Profit= 40 bucks plus a superior phone
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Good luck with that scenario with the ridiculous eBay and PayPal fees.
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shook187 said:
Good luck with that scenario with the ridiculous eBay and PayPal fees.
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True, ebay gives top rated sellers pretty hefty discounts. But even if I didn't have it I wouldve still turned a profit ~15 or so.

I've seen online ads saying you can get the LGOG for $49 but only as a new contract. Not an upgrade or added line. Either ATT or Sprint.
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I got my LG OG and a Galaxy Nexus for free.

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I got my LG OG and a Galaxy Nexus for free.
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Care to elaborate? I'd love to find that kind of a deal on my contact renewal.

I got my LGOG for free. We upgraded my wife's phone through Best Buy and got the fifty dollar gift certificate. I waited to upgrade mine and they had a weekend deal for the LGOG for 49.99. Gave then gift card and had to swipe my card because it was a purchase but that was it. Even better i live in NH with no sales tax. Literally cost me nothing.

if you wanna grab a white gs3, i'll trade you my optimus g.
pm me

My fiancee and I got ours a few weeks ago on a buy one get one paying $200 for the one.

I upgraded at Best Buy back in January when they were running the "buy the phone for 99 and get a free LG stereo bluetooth" special. My girl wanted a bluetooth anyway, and I figured, why buy a bluetooth for her for 70 bucks when I can pay 30 more and get a new phone as well.
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[Q] Best Buy Insurance and Rooting

So i got my Optimus G about 2 weeks ago and i love it. Upgraded from my old Evo 4g.
I decided i would go a bit and see how stock was, and it's pretty good honestly. I like some of the things LG added in, but the battery life is kinda....meh. I feel like i could definently get better battery with a different rom, but here is the problem : I am not too careful with phones. I would love to be but i always end up dropping them or something stupid to break it.
Now my question is, if i root it would it void my insurance at Best Buy? Could i just go back to stock or would they check?

It's pretty easy to revert back to full stock before you take it back if you need to.
There is a stickied thread for that: http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...estoring Phone from Soft-Brick and FAQ [2/11]
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ABurningFalcon said:
It's pretty easy to revert back to full stock before you take it back if you need to.
There is a stickied thread for that: http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho...estoring Phone from Soft-Brick and FAQ [2/11]
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Would BBY be able to figure out it was rooted?

Kman355 said:
Would BBY be able to figure out it was rooted?
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Nope. It will revert the phone to the stock ROM, lock boot loader and unroot. Nothing to really worry about.:thumbup:
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Hmm is the Optimus g easy to brick? If not I'm definitely going to root it.
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Kman355 said:
Hmm is the Optimus g easy to brick? If not I'm definitely going to root it.
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Just make sure you read before you flash anything, I also came from an Evo 4g. I just got my LGOG on 4/1 and I rooted and unlocked mine the next day. I scared myself a bit because I soft bricked the phone, but it is so easy to restore. Honestly rooting and unlocking this phone is a lot easier than doing it on the evo once you have an understanding of what you need to do

Alright that gives me some confidence haha. I'll sit down this weekend and read up and root it. Thanks everyone.
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As a former best buy employee i can tell you that best buy does not care if your phone is rooted. No where in your insurance does it say that they won't cover rooted phones. Employees won't even look at it. Box it up and send it out is the policy. I traded in my rooted evo lte running cm10 to get my optimus g and no one batted an eye.

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As a former best buy employee i can tell you that best buy does not care if your phone is rooted. No where in your insurance does it say that they won't cover rooted phones. Employees won't even look at it. Box it up and send it out is the policy. I traded in my rooted evo lte running cm10 to get my optimus g and no one batted an eye.
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I can vouch for this and say that I soft bricked my evo 4g lte and it just so happened that my g/f had purchased the geek squad warranty (even though I told her not to), geek squad will send your phone to be repaired and if you want a loaner phone you have to pay a 50$ deposit. I got lucky and read the receipt to find out that if you are a reward zone member you have 60 days from initial purchase to make an exchange so I was able to swap two evo 4g lte's for two lg optimus g's
Word of advice, when rooting/flashing whatever the OG, make sure you dont make the same mistake I did and type in "Sprint LG Optimus G" into the forum search cuz there are two separate boards for sprint and non sprint OG's

Lg Optimus G2!!!sorry had to post

Yup I got it and its not that insane 3000 mah battery screen is great like my optimus and buttons on the back work great for selfies but a buttons a botton I got the T-Mobile version the sprint one is on the way I'm trading my T-Mobile one for sprint !!!!! But the camera is insane best camera beside the lumia and it doesn't lose 4g the radio in it is great lg for life and oh yea it has the brightness issue but it goes to 90% my optimus goes to 63 so improved there because remember our optimus g is a bright assss phone lol no lag ir blaster dope notification bar a lil cluttered but a bunch of new **** and sorry I'm baked on a Saturday and just got out ta work had to post my birthday present and sorry for the horrible spelling imagessss lg conference photos lol
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How's the concept of the whole buttons on the backside? Seems like a great idea but could be a pain?
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Greatness83 said:
How's the concept of the whole buttons on the backside? Seems like a great idea but could be a pain?
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Especially if you want to use a case lol
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I see they don't have that stupid constant google search bar on top of each screen.
LROD'S OPTIMUS G

Lrod0175 said:
I see they don't have that stupid constant google search bar on top of each screen.
LROD'S OPTIMUS G
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And thanks to you, we don't either.
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Its the greatest phone after partying last night went to work lasted all day haven't charged in two days I love the buttons on the back now works great for phone calls and landscape mode also havnt seen 3g on this phone in Austin tx it goes from 4g to 4glte the phones a boss Samsung htc should be worried because htc sucks camera sucks and it never has signal because of metal back and galaxy s4 has snapdragon 600 so techy people rather get the g2 root it end of story Lg baby!!profit
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Its the greatest phone after partying last night went to work lasted all day haven't charged in two days I love the buttons on the back now works great for phone calls and landscape mode also havnt seen 3g on this phone in Austin tx it goes from 4g to 4glte the phones a boss Samsung htc should be worried because htc sucks camera sucks and it never has signal because of metal back and galaxy s4 has snapdragon 600 so techy people rather get the g2 root it end of story Lg baby!!profit
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Sounds like someone is in love with LG... hehe
No in all seriousness I am glad you like the phone and that it's really impressing you so, Congratz!!

Anyone know when the g2 will be released for Sprint?

Oct 25 they say hopefully
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jamaicamike said:
Its the greatest phone after partying last night went to work lasted all day haven't charged in two days I love the buttons on the back now works great for phone calls and landscape mode also havnt seen 3g on this phone in Austin tx it goes from 4g to 4glte the phones a boss Samsung htc should be worried because htc sucks camera sucks and it never has signal because of metal back and galaxy s4 has snapdragon 600 so techy people rather get the g2 root it end of story Lg baby!!profit
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Not trolling here in any way, cos I love LG and been a fan of LG since the G2X. I have had many LG phones...I've prolly had all of their high end phones since the G2X. (LGOG E970 & LS970, N4, LGO4XHD...) But for you to say that HTC sucks, I have to disagree... HTC One has the best s/w support (first phone other than the N4 to receive 4.3), best dev support, best build quality, but prolly not the best camera anymore now that the G2 is out...basically all I'm trying to say is that, the HTC One isn't a sucky phone as you make it out to be. Although, I might pick up the G2 as well once its out...
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I feel u bro my homie put me on to android rooted my phone but the facts are facts yeah lg sucks in updates blah blah get a nexus but there phones are rock solid and components are in house lg is a global giant hopefully with the g2 and nexus 5 we will see more updates but they make solid products that's lg and HTC is a good company no doubt but when I sit next to my bro and I have 4g and he has no service on the same provider it's weird and my other bud has the same issue Lg makes a lot of components found in smart phones not to mention all the other stuff they make there trying to focus on the smartphone market specifically high end so there is hope and the g2 has a triband radio in it insanity lolz profit son!
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I really can't wait for the G2 to come out for sprint. Triband LTE and the plastic build makes a very big difference. And yes, LG makes rock solid phones. I've always chosen LG over Samsung.
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G2 or Nexus 5

I am probably moving on from this phone to either G2 or Nexus 5. From a developing standpoint it looks like I would be able to contribute a lot more to G2. However, I have been pretty busy lately and would love to be continuously updated with the latest android. What do you guys think?

G2 but that's just my two cents as I'm sure a lot of people will say Nexus 5.
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nwsteeze said:
G2 but that's just my two cents as I'm sure a lot of people will say Nexus 5.
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What would the reasons be?
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Bigger screen, I like the back button design, hardware that will keep up with other phones for quite a while.
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Given LG's history of releasing a new flagship device every 6 months and quickly forgetting about their previous flagship phones when it comes to software updates, Nexus 5. (It'll feel newer longer.)
The Nexus 5 is GSM and CDMA compatible; higher resale value down the line.
While the Nexus 5 has a smaller battery, the built-in wireless charging capability (also featured on the Verizon LG G2) means occasional top-ups throughout the day are easy and convenient. While the wireless charging pads don't come with the Nexus 5, the price difference between it and the G2 mean you can afford at least two (one for work and one for home).
If you're considering a mobile provider that gives you a discount for not subsidizing a phone, the Nexus 5's retail price of $349/399 (16/32GB) versus the LG G2's ~$600 can save you a lot of money over the course of your carrier's contract.
TL;DR: Unless you need the 3000mAh battery, 5.2" screen, IR blaster, or moar megapixels... I'd advise the Nexus 5.

droidmk said:
I am probably moving on from this phone to either G2 or Nexus 5. From a developing standpoint it looks like I would be able to contribute a lot more to G2. However, I have been pretty busy lately and would love to be continuously updated with the latest android. What do you guys think?
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You'd be getting a sprint variant presumably right? The LS980 dev forums could use a little pick me up, roms are being built for multiple variants in one, and while thats cool and all, it would be nice to see LS980 specific roms/kernels. Since the N5 community is over saturated to be honest, another dev wouldn't matter much on the N5 seeing as everything over there has been built or is in the process. On the G2 however a new dev would be more appreciated seeing as there only a handful comparatively speaking of devs working on the sprint variant, hope this gives you some help on your decision!
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I love being able to contribute by building ROMs, but I have been super busy with life and work. I am happy with my decision to get the optimus g, but with 4.4 ROMs and most ROMs in general being glitchy it really makes me want the nexus so I can be constantly updated without many issues. I agree that the nexus won't need anymore devs, but maybe that's not a bad thing for me. I already feel bad when I don't have enough time to get something out to you guys.
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droidmk said:
I love being able to contribute by building ROMs, but I have been super busy with life and work. I am happy with my decision to get the optimus g, but with 4.4 ROMs and most ROMs in general being glitchy it really makes me want the nexus so I can be constantly updated without many issues. I agree that the nexus won't need anymore devs, but maybe that's not a bad thing for me. I already feel bad when I don't have enough time to get something out to you guys.
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I'm thinking of going with the nexus 5, i orderered one from the playstore for my mothers x-mas present and it showed up yesterday. its fast and light as hell. I'm seriously thinking that not having a contract anymore and a cheaper phone bill would be nice.
evolutionmods

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I'm thinking of going with the nexus 5, i orderered one from the playstore for my mothers x-mas present and it showed up yesterday. its fast and light as hell. I'm seriously thinking that not having a contract anymore and a cheaper phone bill would be nice.
evolutionmods
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I'm going to do mine through the new sprint one up. I can't afford a new phone outright.
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388.00 for overnight shipping oce it left the warehouse which only took 5 days

droidmk said:
I'm going to do mine through the new sprint one up. I can't afford a new phone outright.
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Even if you don't have the time to bring something to the table now, It's still pleasing to know that at some point you'll have time, should you join us over on the LS980 that is. It's not the quantity of releases that matters most, it's the quality. And right now we don't have much of either for LS980.
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I personally may be going with the Nexus 5. Until then, you'll be missed on this forum. (I'm assuming you'll stop deving for us if you get a new phone to focus on)
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Critical Detox said:
Even if you don't have the time to bring something to the table now, It's still pleasing to know that at some point you'll have time, should you join us over on the LS980 that is. It's not the quantity of releases that matters most, it's the quality. And right now we don't have much of either for LS980.
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Tempting. Sprint is being stupid as usual about working with me to stay a customer. I might be switching to t mobile. I heard that their data speeds are good but voice service sucks. Can anyone comment on that? I have been having terrible service with sprint lately and no 4g where I live so t mobile might be a huge upgrade.
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droidmk said:
Tempting. Sprint is being stupid as usual about working with me to stay a customer. I might be switching to t mobile. I heard that their data speeds are good but voice service sucks. Can anyone comment on that? I have been having terrible service with sprint lately and no 4g where I live so t mobile might be a huge upgrade.
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I'd think it fitting to do exactly and only what is right for you, and no one else.
As to voice + data services, these vary by region of the country. It took 2 years where I live for Sprint to go from selling 4G LTE phones and charging for them monthly to actually delivering on it. Now, I couldn't be happier with the data and voice quality (though voice has never been an issue where I reside).
T-Mobile may be great where you live, and based on what you've stated about wanting time for you and wanting a trouble-free update experience, go with the Nexus 5 and be done with it.
I wish you luck.
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micmars said:
I'd think it fitting to do exactly and only what is right for you, and no one else.
As to voice + data services, these vary by region of the country. It took 2 years where I live for Sprint to go from selling 4G LTE phones and charging for them monthly to actually delivering on it. Now, I couldn't be happier with the data and voice quality (though voice has never been an issue where I reside).
T-Mobile may be great where you live, and based on what you've stated about wanting time for you and wanting a trouble-free update experience, go with the Nexus 5 and be done with it.
I wish you luck.
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I appreciate all the opinions and thoughts. I ended up going with the nexus 5 on t mobile. I did the jump program so maybe in 6 months if I have the urge to contribute more I will try something different.
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