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I am wondering if its possible to port or compile gingerbread 2.3.3 to the galaxy nexus ?? i know this is a bit awkward but i don't like ICS its horrible and feels sluggish .... its too different from the GSII i used to have and plus, wont it make the phone faster since 2.3.3 is an old os to me its like i downgraded from the galaxy s II cause its slower i cant believe this is googles "pure android" is it possible ?
I'm sure its technically possible. It will most likely never happen.
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ICS destroys Gingerbread in every way I've found so far, bar none, end of story. I'm even using an underclocked kernel and it doesn't skip a beat plus I'm averaging 18 hours of battery with moderate use!
If you're finding ICS laggy at all on the Galaxy Nexus then you're definitely doing it wrong... more than likely it's a crap app or two screwing you over.
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No, even if it was possible it's not going to make your phone faster. If anything ICS is the more efficient OS. The reason the Nexus sometimes feel sluggish compared to the GS2 is because they are both running with similar specs but the Nexus is running at a higher resolution.
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Man, aside from the camera, the GalNex is better than my old Epic Touch 4G in every way...using one of my devices on GB after using ICS is horrible. GB feels unbelievably dated in comparison. There are all these devices dropping still running GB, and it's hard for me to even look at any of them as appealing. Anything not running ICS is automatically a step below the rest...its just so damn night and day. Played with a friends Razr, loved the form, but using it just felt the same as every other Android in the last 3 years. ICS feels nothing like the crusty old Android everyone has become used to.
You are holding it wrong...
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george241312 said:
I am wondering if its possible to port or compile gingerbread 2.3.3 to the galaxy nexus ?? i know this is a bit awkward but i don't like ICS its horrible and feels sluggish .... its too different from the GSII i used to have and plus, wont it make the phone faster since 2.3.3 is an old os to me its like i downgraded from the galaxy s II cause its slower i cant believe this is googles "pure android" is it possible ?
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the only thing possible is that you don't know what are you saying....
ics slower,horrible,downgrading from the gs2....i don't think you are serious...because it's impossible,i played a long with gs2 and ginger,but i don't see that slugginesh that you refer when i changed to gnex..and you are the first that i heard say that...coincidence?
Sigh I still want gb
Idgaf what every1 hates my desires so much but I tryed gb on the n1 and compared It just feels better had gun since it came out .. but gb still draws my attention
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george241312 said:
Idgaf what every1 hates my desires so much but I tryed gb on the n1 and compared It just feels better had gun since it came out .. but gb still draws my attention
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3 months later.
I blame you for reviving this thread.
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george241312 said:
Idgaf what every1 hates my desires so much but I tryed gb on the n1 and compared It just feels better had gun since it came out .. but gb still draws my attention
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Great thread bump... this still isn't going to happen.
Buy a Nexus One.
**** this kind of threads.. Is it possible to install windows 3.1 on a core i7? Is it possible to install a 4 cylinders engine to a ferrari? Is it possible to use a NES controller in a PS3? Yes might be, but nobody will waste time doing such stupid things... If you want that, why dont you waste your own time and do it yourself?
Pure Google doesn't mean hardware drivers updates for old hardware.. Its like saying that pure Microsoft computer will create drivers for the Last generation nvidea video card to run with pure Microsoft windows xP for not going to much back in time, they wont support drivers for older OSs
Cheers
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Buy a nexus one. Hold it to your head. Call 911. Tell 'em your suicidal. Problem solved.
let it be.
Gingerbread is the buggiest android version so far, y would anyone (who tried it) want to revert back...
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I got to test the SGN2 last night and i have to say, I LOVE IT! I am getting myself this phone for Christmas. Anyway enough babbling...check out these scores from Antutu and Quadrant. Blew my 3D out of the water.
I totally love this phone. Running Sleshepic's ice reborn. I don't think there's anything that comes close to this thing.
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I totally love this phone. Running Sleshepic's ice reborn. I don't think there's anything that comes close to this thing.
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I used to root and run Roms but I feel that in some ways rooting almost shortens my phones life. I bought an Evo 3D and decided not to root and the phone runs great on stock ICS. And I do agree that this phone is topdog amongst the rest. Can't wait to get my hands on mine.
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I'm actually on the Note 2 right now.
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I used to root and run Roms but I feel that in some ways rooting almost shortens my phones life. I bought an Evo 3D and decided not to root and the phone runs great on stock ICS. And I do agree that this phone is topdog amongst the rest. Can't wait to get my hands on mine.
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2 years ago I got myself the Evo 4g, had it stock for the 1st year (because I didn't know about rooting) then I got the samsung galaxy tab 8.9. I wanted to use the tab at work & someone mentioned rooting for free wifi tether. Best thing I ever did. I got the flashing sickness. I would sometimes flash 4 to 5 roms a day. Now I have the amazing note2. Anyway, my Evo looks brand new, rooting it didn't harm it in the least. It made it a better phone. Now it's a media device. Just my 2ยข
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I had my mind set on getting the note 2 ever since I heard about it, but after watching a video on YouTube that compared the note 2 and the DNA, I'm not so sure. The video ran every benchmark that antutu has to offer and the DNA beat the note 2 in almost every test by a little. Also, the DNA has a larger resolution.
Anyone have any thoughts on this?
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Benchnarks are relative. You dont know if its been overclocked or if one has a bunch of apps or services running. You have to look at the specs and see if its better. I ran both of these benchmarks after reading this and my phone had better results several times and worse results several times.
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I think you have a point. I noticed that the note 2 has a faster clock speed on it's CPU but thought that perhaps the make of the CPU alone could make a difference in performance (Intel CPUs vs AMD CPUs for example).
In regards to resolution, has anyone seen the difference between the note 2 and the HTC DNA? I don't think the video review does a good job of showing the picture quality of each phone.
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I think you have a point. I noticed that the note 2 has a faster clock speed on it's CPU but thought that perhaps the make of the CPU alone could make a difference in performance (Intel CPUs vs AMD CPUs for example).
In regards to resolution, has anyone seen the difference between the note 2 and the HTC DNA? I don't think the video review does a good job of showing the picture quality of each phone.
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I have played with both devices and while the DNA is a nice device it does feel sluggish at times especialy when hopping in between different open programs.
As for the display, its all about user preference. I prefer the Note for the vibrant colors. The DNA seemed a little crisper but it also bothered my eyes after staring at it for awhile.
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I have played with both devices and while the DNA is a nice device it does feel sluggish at times especialy when hopping in between different open programs.
As for the display, its all about user preference. I prefer the Note for the vibrant colors. The DNA seemed a little crisper but it also bothered my eyes after staring at it for awhile.
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Very helpful! I tend to multitask when using my phone so i'm leaning back toward the note 2, especially since it has that multi window feature.
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My scores
Edit: I thought this was the verizon section sorry
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seromba said:
I had my mind set on getting the note 2 ever since I heard about it, but after watching a video on YouTube that compared the note 2 and the DNA, I'm not so sure. The video ran every benchmark that antutu has to offer and the DNA beat the note 2 in almost every test by a little. Also, the DNA has a larger resolution.
Anyone have any thoughts on this?
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Um, the GN2 has an s pen. Is there any comparison?
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I think you're doing yourself a serious disservice if you make your decision based on benchmark scores from either one of these apps.
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Um, the GN2 has an s pen. Is there any comparison?
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I believe there is a comparison between the two phones as they are both rather large phones and leaders in performance.
I personally don't consider the s pen the note 2's defining characteristic (although I can see why some would). The s pen aside, the note 2 is a beast of a phone. I think of the s pen as an added bonus, similar to my Samsung Epic 4g's slide out keyboard.
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I think you're doing yourself a serious disservice if you make your decision based on benchmark scores from either one of these apps.
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These would be the least of the things I would use to consider a new phone. I was just running these and was suprised at the score. I've been set on this phone for a while. And if I don't get it, ill probably consider another HTC. I love the sense.
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I always find myself messing with the benchmark apps of Quadrant and Antutu, it does do a good comparison. And for those who say some times it is slower and sometimes higher.. When you run a car/motorcycle on the dyno or quarter mile don't you also get higher and lower results? It may not be the most concrete comparison system but it isn't garbage.(not saying anyone in HERE called it garbage but have heard it in other places). Anyways for a 7600 score on quadrant what were you running for clock speed min max, the gpu settings etc. I noticed you were on the Venum Ice reborn ROM. it is Odexed, aren't those supposed to be faster?
Also how do the fellas on top of the Antutu boards running the Gn2 run the test at resolutions of like 720x8 and other crazy res's like that?
I had a couple real low 7k quadrant runs but they got wiped flashing ROM's and not saving it. but here's what I do have.
So the Samsung guy paid a visit and brought the AT&T version of the S4 with him...my question is: Is this better than our Note 2? I don't mean internally or as far as screen. It does everything the Note can do and more without need of a stylus AND has Multi-Window, all in a smaller package. Is this the ultimate device in terms of power AND comfort? I, like many, have that nagging obsession of buying everything that comes out...so I will get it. How about you? Would u switch because of the S4's much smaller size?
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The main reason I bought the note was the size. Would never get another phone simple for a smaller size.
So anything below 5.5" is too small? My S3 feels tiny in my hand after using my Note and the fact that everything is smaller on the screen doesn't help either. I wonder how much of a difference it'll be between the Note screen and S4 in everyday use.
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I would stay with the note, mostly because I'm used to it now lol. But I would go to the s4 mostly because of 4.2.2 on it
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Ohh hell no!!! I would never switch to an S4,I'm very happy with this beast of a phone.
Just like the wise man said YOU COULD NEVER STAY UP TO DATE WITH TECHNOLOGY).
EDIT: just an fyi,there is a sticky thread for phone comparisons especially the s4.
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I to am still in love with with my note. Even if the S4 is greater than or equal to note 2 I will keep my note. I have actually come to enjoy the stylus and would miss it if it were gone.
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composi said:
So the Samsung guy paid a visit and brought the AT&T version of the S4 with him...my question is: Is this better than our Note 2? I don't mean internally or as far as screen. It does everything the Note can do and more without need of a stylus AND has Multi-Window, all in a smaller package. Is this the ultimate device in terms of power AND comfort? I, like many, have that nagging obsession of buying everything that comes out...so I will get it. How about you? Would u switch because of the S4's much smaller size?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187272
Comparison thread already started for you.
I apologize for double posting then...
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Ok so here is my dilemma.... I had an iPhone 5 for a period of two months. I hated it. But the one thing that i liked from ios itself was the way it ran its apps. Whenever i opened any app, it paused whatever else was running in order for the current app to run smoother. Even playing games on my s3 has las lag, while in ios they dont. I dont do much multitasking, so that's why i was wondering if this implement would be possible. I realize things like screen size and other things come into play, but is it something i can fathom at all?
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Greenify
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Greenify
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I've actually used that app before, but how would i implement that app to do what i need?
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mcluvin1065 said:
I've actually used that app before, but how would i implement that app to do what i need?
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You just hibernate the apps. They won't run in the background unless you open them.
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cbass15 said:
You just hibernate the apps. They won't run in the background unless you open them.
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All of them?!?!
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mcluvin1065 said:
All of them?!?!
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If you wish. The apps will take a bit longer to open.
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Don't do apps like keyboard or messaging etc.... Let those run if not it creates problems
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If you wish. The apps will take a bit longer to open.
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Actually, according to the description in the Play Store (and from personal usage), it does not make your apps take longer to open. I also have great battery life after only using greenify effectively
14 hours battery (till 9%) and 5 hours screen on time
The reason I went to ios. I couldn't stand the little lag issues. :/ if they fix it ill definitely go back to android.
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The reason I went to ios. I couldn't stand the little lag issues. :/ if they fix it ill definitely go back to android.
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I really don't see no lag...
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I only get lag when im on a game. I dont know why. Even less heavy graphic ones like vector. I just want it to pause everything else while im on an app...
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You could go into Settings/Developer Options/Limit background processes and change the setting to something other than standard limit.
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The GS3 can play almost all games except a few high end ones in my experience. Also, the GS3 came out about half a year before the iPhone 5 did. Not only that, the GPU, at least the LTE version with Snapdragon processor is not as powerful as the iPhone 5 GPU. For gaming, not all games will play lag free. The newer, more powerful GPU's in some of the latest high end Android smartphones will do better. I have the Snapdragon 600 with Adreno 320 and it handles games way better than my GS3.
Pros and cons. The GS3 is still a great device. I just wouldn't expect to play all high end games.
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davidstech11 said:
The GS3 can play almost all games except a few high end ones in my experience. Also, the GS3 came out about half a year before the iPhone 5 did. Not only that, the GPU, at least the LTE version with Snapdragon processor is not as powerful as the iPhone 5 GPU. For gaming, not all games will play lag free. The newer, more powerful GPU's in some of the latest high end Android smartphones will do better. I have the Snapdragon 600 with Adreno 320 and it handles games way better than my GS3.
Pros and cons. The GS3 is still a great device. I just wouldn't expect to play all high end games.
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With anthrax I can't find a single game that doesn't run smooth as can be.
Have you gotten to play with an s4? How are you liking the one? And if so how's it compare to an s4?
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I am aware of many reviews mentioning slight lag with the GS4. Although, turning off a lot of the features you don't use will help some. Without rooting you are allowed to disable a lot of the BS. In this regard, I honestly have not seen or noticed any lag or stutter on my HTC One. My htc one really just runs smooth.
The brief time I messed with the GS4 I liked it. I really enjoyed my GS3 and feel I would love the GS4. Both really are great high end smartphones. I don't agree with a lot of people knocking the GS4 for looking so much like the last year's model. It's no different than when Apple goes from the 3 to 3GS or 4 to 4S etc.
I also liked and enjoy my GS3 with stock TouchWiz. I thought about getting the 32GB GS4. I would keep it stock and just disable as much garbage as I could. But, I am leaning towards saying screw all the BS and get the Google Edition. Although I would love to use the Multi Screen Feature I would rather get updates straight from Google and not wait for my carrier to push my bug fixes or updates half a year later. So it looks like the GS4 Google Edition is in my future.
Both the htc one and GS4 are great devices. Each has pros and cons. Like all devices.
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Am I the only one that is dumping the S4 in favor of the lag free nexus 4?
ahhhhhh, I can't feel better knowing that I'm going back to the nexus 4 after having to deal with the lag issues that the S4 has.
There is no lag here...try a different rom...on the custom roms...lag is gone...but you are moving along so never mind.
Running Alpha Infamous, with BioShock kernel, and Comadose tweak. No lag, and better battery then I ever saw on my Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4
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Well, the N4 did just drop $100 so its a good time to change if your going to. But im running the GE 4.3 rom and its absolutely lag free.
Most of my complaints stem from the animation transitions...you can definitely see some type of stuttering. It happens more frequently when the phone dims its lcd brightness.
gamepr said:
Am I the only one that is dumping the S4 in favor of the lag free nexus 4?
ahhhhhh, I can't feel better knowing that I'm going back to the nexus 4 after having to deal with the lag issues that the S4 has.
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I do see some type of lag during some transitions but nothing to switch phones over ... I had the nexus and yes it was no lag at all but s4 to me was way better than the nexus.... I also did flash a 4.3 ROM and it was just as smooth as nexus ..zero lag but had to go back to tw for the camera .... But good luck to you sir :thumbup:
Nope,
No sd card and non removable = fail to me.
But I am thinking of upgrading to the note.
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Turn off animations...
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elflip88 said:
Nope,
No sd card and non removable = fail to me.
But I am thinking of upgrading to the note.
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I'm thinking of upgrading to the note 3 once it gets released on T-Mobile too. To be honest I was a little disappointed with the s4. Not too much to go back to the nexus 4. But a little disappointed.
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I just made the switch to T-Mobile and bought the S4. It's still getting delivered lol But the Nexus 4 @ 200 bucks OFF contract is an excellent deal. You can't beat that.
Again maybe it's just me, but I don't have any of the lag that I keep seeing people post about. (knock on wood) Now my OG Note was laggy as all get out. FWIW I don't use the TW launcher I swapped out to Nova after 1 day, but even with TW it didn't lag I just didn't like the look. In my experience having too many widgets seemed to cause lag, especially those that auto update, removing most of them helped somewhat with the Note
I've been tinkering with the idea of the Note 3, but really I don't want to go any bigger. Besides in a few more months something else may catch my eye, thanks to JUMP I can get it if does.
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Access developer options and turn off all animation scales and then disable S-Voice. Problem solved.
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Turn off animations...
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Just did but.... The phone should be able to have smooth animations with no stutter. That's what bothers me. The phone is way more capable than the n4 but yet fails to deliver in that aspect.
I like the camera, the fact that you can remove the battery and can install an SD card. It's really a shame IMHO.
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They u go give and take. No phone has it all. But the s4 is close
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qbanlinxx said:
Running Alpha Infamous, with BioShock kernel, and Comadose tweak. No lag, and better battery then I ever saw on my Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4
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No lag here, I am going to second that and say running the Alpha ROM I am getting the best battery life over any previous device owned. Enjoy your new Nexus 4 for the second time around.
Just wait for the Nexus 4 2 or Nexus 5, whatever it is called.
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gamepr said:
Just did but.... The phone should be able to have smooth animations with no stutter. That's what bothers me. The phone is way more capable than the n4 but yet fails to deliver in that aspect.
I like the camera, the fact that you can remove the battery and can install an SD card. It's really a shame IMHO.
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You can tweak or flash your phone. New updates will improve it. If you want to go back, fair enough.
gamepr said:
Just did but.... The phone should be able to have smooth animations with no stutter. That's what bothers me. The phone is way more capable than the n4 but yet fails to deliver in that aspect.
I like the camera, the fact that you can remove the battery and can install an SD card. It's really a shame IMHO.
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Why dont you just flash a GE or AOSP rom?? I'm sure you're gonna end up flashing an Aosp rom on your nexus anyways...
Like it has been said previously, just flash a Google Edition Rom (it's going to end up just like a Nexus 4): I did it and there's no turning back for me, the phone feels so much faster now... I do sorely miss the TW camera, but I use other features a lot more that depend on speed, plus I need to access some stuff (usually medical stuff) relatively quick, so I couldn't handle the lag.
People who claim lag don't know what they're doing. Please talk about your Nexus 4 on its respected forum.
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