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[Q] LG optimus G and ported Optimus Nexus android versions

Hi,
I've been reading about the LG Optimus G and the LG Optimus Nexus. The hardware of these two phones seem to be almost the same, except for the camera and the amount of storage. What do you think: will it be very easy to port the newest Android version of teh optimus nexus to the the Optimus G?
In that case, the Optimus G has some slight advantages, so could be the better choice (would have to see the ectual design for myself.....)....

It'll definitely be easier to port over the lg nexus rom, kinda like with the original nexus s and galaxy s phones. But will the optimus g have an unlocked bootloader? The optimus 4x doesn't seem like it does, chances are lg will neuter the optimus g.

Its ok to know that
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Be a damn shame if they go that route. This phone could be a devs dream with the specs it's running. What I'm afraid of is they purposefully keep it locked down tight so you'll be forced to buy the Nexus 4.
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Pre-dawn raid said:
Be a damn shame if they go that route. This phone could be a devs dream with the specs it's running. What I'm afraid of is they purposefully keep it locked down tight so you'll be forced to buy the Nexus 4.
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Lol what do u think if it wasn't locked this is way better option then nexus at&t version for sure
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Which is Better? Note 2 or LG Optimus G Pro?

the LG Optimus G Pro was released days ago. its got the same screen size as the note 2 but is narrower than the note 2. i wanted to tget the note 2.. but now since the optimus came out, i'm thinking about getting the optimus. which do u guys think is better and why?

I would go with the LG
Newer hardware. Better display. Etc.
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Do you intend to use the spen? If yes, get the note 2 or wait for the note 3.
I do IT work and always used to write notes in a notebook or quick notes on post-its. When I needed the info later I would have to waste time thumbing through a notebook or looking for a sticky note that I'd lost. Now, everything gets stored on my note and is readily available later.
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i would go for the note 2 for sure. all the things that you can do on LG, now you are able to do it with note 2. using Android Paranoid Halo the new version. I bought note 2 because i am in IT business as well and take notes and do many quick things on note 2. Anyway thats my opinion hope it help you.
Good Luck

galaxy s 4

haldi15 said:
galaxy s 4
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to the mods...., please delete this post from this user.. Apparently, he doesnt know how to read.

xenine said:
to the mods...., please delete this post from this user.. Apparently, he doesnt know how to read.
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Mods are probably too busy to delete a single post that really has not broken any rules. When I decide on two phones I .... Read. I compare the specs side by side. Go to the store and play with both. Then I think about how I use the phone and then make the decision based on what I read and how the phone worked in person.
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If price is not an issue, then go with the optimus. It has a slightly faster CPU, higher resolution screen, and a better camera

One me variable. If you like to ROM and play with your phone avoid lg. They rarely have much dev support si in sure the Optimus g will be the same
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I would say the LG honestly. Way faster, better display, fits in your hand better. Overall just a better phone honestly. I have had the note 2 and just got the LG and I love the LG a lot more.

I have had nothing but terrible luck with LG.
For me, I would stick with what has worked and had awesome experience with Samsung products.
I know the Nexus 4 has sold well, but is vanilla.
I guess the best bet is to head to store and try each one out.
I don't believe the battery last as long in the Optimus G either.
Fancy pants Note ||

LG optimus all the way I sold my note 2 went to the gs4......that thing felt iPhone small after having such a huge display!!! Lol now I'm using the optimus pro and regret my choice.
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rambo8987 said:
LG optimus all the way I sold my note 2 went to the gs4......that thing felt iPhone small after having such a huge display!!! Lol now I'm using the optimus pro and regret my choice.
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So u prefer the optimus pro or not? Cause u said u regret your choice at the end.

I would take the Note 2. Literally everything in my house is Samsung. Didn't have too good of a history with LG. And plus, I'm Korean. Got to support! Lol. Spec wise, LG, but I just prefer the Note 2.

You_got_owned123 said:
I would take the Note 2. Literally everything in my house is Samsung. Didn't have too good of a history with LG. And plus, I'm Korean. Got to support! Lol. Spec wise, LG, but I just prefer the Note 2.
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But LG is Korean....
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ousoonerchase said:
But LG is Korean....
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LOL

ousoonerchase said:
But LG is Korean....
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Dang. I totally forgot. Oh well.. Let me rephrase. I like to support Korean companies.. But just one- Samsung

Galaxy note2 bruh
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beiker44 said:
I would say the LG honestly. Way faster, better display, fits in your hand better. Overall just a better phone honestly. I have had the note 2 and just got the LG and I love the LG a lot more.
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i want the LG but its on at&t. i'm on tmobile prepaid.. i'm willing to switch carriers since i'm on prepaid. but since i'm in nyc, is at&t as good as tmobile in terms of call quality? i dont want to see myself on at&t and go near a window to make calls. i want to be able to make calls from anywhere in my house like i'm doing now on tmobile. do let me know!

After the T-Mobile G2x [LG] I will never buy another LG phone. Terrible device. Terrible CS. Terrible updates. Wait until the there's a little more info on the phone.

which is your next phone????l

G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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bossfang said:
G is a very excellence* phone,but it will ne out of style throughout.so what's you next phone? i am wait for optimus g2
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I like the HTC One Google edition or Sony Experia Z

Nexus 6
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maybe you will wait for along time .
Sent from my LG Optimus G , the best phone for me。

HTC One Silver 32GB gorgeous ..
Am selling mine optimus G

Buy LGOG2 boot loader unlock if Wu LG

The device is out since last automn, it's not even one year old...
My next one is not for the next 1 or 2 year easy!
And, as of now, there's no need to "upgrade", there's no real gaint to get, performance wyze, at stock speed. So when it starts to get "slow", I'll overclock a little, install CM rom, and stuff like that!
But, for now, the device is doing everything I ask it to do, and fast!

Nexus 9
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OG is still lightning fast and running smoothly on all the apps. I 'll most probably wait for the G3, the time when OG really outdated.
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Hm. Probably wait until Google releases their new phone, or Sony. A lot of new competetors out there who knows what will come up.
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Android 4.3 soon

LG : Just like Samsung, LG hasn't issued any official release regarding updates but since Nexus 4 is getting one, it is safe to assume that others will follow suit. Remember Optimus G is very similar to Nexus 4 on the insides. The following LG devices may get updated soon.
Optimus G
Optimus G Pro
LG Optimus L7 2 Dual
Optimus G2
http://tech2.in.com/news/smartphone...-soon-to-these-smartphones-and-tablets/910128

landeiro said:
LG : Just like Samsung, LG hasn't issued any official release regarding updates but since Nexus 4 is getting one, it is safe to assume that others will follow suit. Remember Optimus G is very similar to Nexus 4 on the insides. The following LG devices may get updated soon.
Optimus G
Optimus G Pro
LG Optimus L7 2 Dual
Optimus G2
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Rumours?

Asking the same from LG since last 1 month : Still not even responded.
Worst Company in Terms of Updates. " Only Bought Due to CM not due to LG". So no Hopes Here for anytime soon.

landeiro said:
LG : Just like Samsung, LG hasn't issued any official release regarding updates but since Nexus 4 is getting one, it is safe to assume that others will follow suit. Remember Optimus G is very similar to Nexus 4 on the insides. The following LG devices may get updated soon.
Optimus G
Optimus G Pro
LG Optimus L7 2 Dual
Optimus G2
http://tech2.in.com/news/smartphone...-soon-to-these-smartphones-and-tablets/910128
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It's just speculation. Going by LG's history, though, updates are the last thing they're gonna give. With LG, it's like, "Want a newer iteration of Android? Then buy our latest flagship." Which is sad, because they make some really good phones.

I think next month Android 4.3 update...
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currently there is no update for the model, but you can contact our call center and they will provide you with an update.
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The type of inquiry : Software/Hardware updates
Product/Model No. : WLL/LGP970
Recently I got the Optimus G PRO E989 in Brazil. The Android is still 4.1.2. There is expected to launch an update to Android 4.3
The LG OPTIMUS PRO never received an update. I would like a report from LG LG. OPTIMUS GN2 comes with Android 4.2.2
I called the support in Brazil and nobody knows if it will be updated and when.
Is there any date or timeline?
Thank you
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What it? contact our call center and they will provide you with an update.

landeiro said:
I think next month Android 4.3 update...
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What it? contact our call center and they will provide you with an update.
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They mean that if you call their call center, they can provide you more details as to what is going on with a possible (if any) Android update.
They don't mean that if you call them, they'll update your phone.
Just making sure it's clear

spexwood said:
They mean that if you call their call center, they can provide you more details as to what is going on with a possible (if any) Android update.
They don't mean that if you call them, they'll update your phone.
Just making sure it's clear
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Then Optimus G PRO 4;3 soon...:good::laugh:

landeiro said:
Then Optimus G PRO 4;3 soon...:good::laugh:
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lol.... probably no
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cynosure4sure said:
lol.... probably no
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Yep the answer above...

landeiro said:
LG : Just like Samsung, LG hasn't issued any official release regarding updates but since Nexus 4 is getting one, it is safe to assume that others will follow suit. Remember Optimus G is very similar to Nexus 4 on the insides. The following LG devices may get updated soon.
Optimus G
Optimus G Pro
LG Optimus L7 2 Dual
Optimus G2
http://tech2.in.com/news/smartphone...-soon-to-these-smartphones-and-tablets/910128
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Just hope it's comming soon.

[Q] Is the E980 a good buy?

I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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ron_gangte said:
I'm looking for an upgrade from Optimus 2X P990. I've a shortlisted a few phone that are in my budget, they are the N4, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, and the Xperia SP.
There are a few questions I have.
Firstly, I'll buy an E980 AT&T version if I am to get an Optimus G Pro, but will it work with the Indian Service providers flawlessly?
Secondly, why isn't there as many ROMs as there has to be for a terrific phone as this? Is it because of the Locked Bootloader?
Thirdly, does the FreeGee support mean that a Pandora's box of ROMs and Kernels have been opened?
Thank you all.
Regards,
Ron
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It all depends what you're looking for. True, the OGP lacks dev support, but the few ROMs we work nicely and the hardware is fantastic.
I wouldn't bother with an N4. The AT&T LG Optimus G (LG-E970) has almost the same exact hardware as the N4 but a bigger and better screen with cap keys and an external SD slot. But, since everything else is 97% the same as the N4, the OG gets updated custom ROMs just as fast as the N4 since the sources for the N4 can be use for the e970 with very minor changes.
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Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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ron_gangte said:
Thanks for the reply.
Yes, I did consider the AT&T E970 for the reasons you mentioned. But then again, the hardware and design of the E980 is too tempting to let go. Wondering if the development for the phone will grow in future. If so, this will be my next phone, hopefully. Also, since it has official CM support too, doesn't that secure the development of ROMs for at least 2-3 years? :/
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Not necessarily. With 4.4 now out, the CM team would still need to add the device. However, personally, I do think this will get the 4.4 update one way or the other and I won't be jumping to a new phone anytime soon.
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I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:

This phone is a great phone and the developers that we do have are great. We will continue to get updates because the hardware is too good to just leave on jellybean. This is my opinion of course, so I am clearly happy with the e-980 and don't plan on getting another phone anytime soon.
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deadenz said:
I just traded my galaxy s4 for this phone and couldn't be happier. installed cwm and flashed carbonrom.. loving it! :good:
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I did the same. I love the e980.

Definitely a big YES. Hehe.
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Do it! I left my HTC One for this puppy and altho we have less dev support the device itself is flawless. Only complain i have is i cant get it to fit in my pocket lol
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Yeah it's a good buy! At first time i had some thoughts may regret it but now it's ok!

Short answer. Yes.
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I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.

thenellt said:
I was looking for an upgrade from my aging galaxy note and this thing is absolutely wonderful. Top tier specs and much cheaper to pick up unlocked then top range samsung stuff. The only downside I've found has been that the custom rom support isn't as good as most Samsungs I've owned so just check out what is available for the optimus G pro and see if it's enough for you.
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this phone is capable of way more than the samsung galaxy s4 that has the mf3 update. mine did so I traded for this phone :good:

I'm seriously thinking of getting the OGPro now. But it's only the lack of development that worries me a little, hope it gets better with time.
Thank you all for your valuable suggestions.
PS: Probably gonna place an order in an hour or two.
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i also bought from ebay 2 weeks ago
unlocked it too im using for 2 days its gr8 phone
the best value for the money
i just got problem with the camera is seems awful can make to picture better