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about to buy a s3

I'm ready to buy a s3 for tmobile. I have a few questions:
- Any advice before buying one?
- Should I take any safety precaution before buying on the street? [I heard of people buy phones from people that cancel their plan on the carrier right after]
- Should I just save up and buy the beefed up model the i9305? [I dont really use the phone for internet that much, but I like games and apps]

fuccyoupayme said:
I'm ready to buy a s3 for tmobile. I have a few questions:
- Any advice before buying one?
- Should I take any safety precaution before buying on the street? [I heard of people buy phones from people that cancel their plan on the carrier right after]
- Should I just save up and buy the beefed up model the i9305? [I dont really use the phone for internet that much, but I like games and apps]
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I love this phone, above all other android phones which is alot.
If at all possible buy from t-mobile. In the street if you are lucky you will get one for $350 to $400. If you have an upgrade available then you will paying about that much, unless you go thru customer loyalty or retention department(really depends if you been with them 2 or more yrs for best deals, so I have read).
I have not had any stuters while playing a couple games , darkknight rises, robo defense, spades and a few others

If you are able to play with phone before buying. Press *#0*# and it will show you Lcdtest page. Which will let you test all hardware function of phone .
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alright cool, i'll try it out when i get the chance

Id advise against buying "off the street". Too many have gotten screwed doing that.
But many have got great deals that way too, so its your call.
I wouldn't get the international version. You won't get as great of speed as the T999. Maybe 3g if your areas been refarmed.
LTE is too far off still to make that a buying point imo. By the time your area gets it you'll be ready to get a better phone. GS5 maybe!?
That's a great point btw about doing the hardware testing before buying off the street!
Ill add that if you can, go with the seller to a tmobile store to check the imei isn't blacklisted and get the seller to have them print something showing the phone has been 100% paid off.
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Call retentions and ask if you can get a better deal on the phone.
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I'm over on the s2. I called TMobile to see about how much it would be for me to get into the phone. The one I want is the 32g. Well I'm still under my contact. It was about 700 dollars lol. Well I can get it but I'm gonna need to sale my s2. I think I'll get more if I sale it rooted already then I would unrooted that way I wouldn't be paying so much for the phone.
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Prefer the unlocked S3.

Like what people above said, call retentions. They offered me the s3 for 99 bucks. But I think I will still wait till black Friday deals. I have a galaxy nexus so I'm in no hurry.
If you're not in a hurry either wait for black Friday.
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Please don't buy one. Get the note 2.

Hey OP is your name a refrence to Good Fellas ? If so that it hilarious. Lmfao.

psykhotic said:
Please don't buy one. Get the note 2.
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The Note 2 isn't for everyone.
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mackster248 said:
The Note 2 isn't for everyone.
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I have giant hands and I think the note 2 is too big. I don't watch enough movies on my phone to have to hold a tablet PC up to my ear. SGS3 fits perfectly... its nice and sleek... lightweight... and is a beast when it comes to performance. I love it.
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[Sale]][Houston TX] dont want my note 2 anymore.

Ive had my note for to weeks now, not feeling the phone, switching to nexus4,
Brand new titanium with box and flip case thats never been used, also hesdset never opened and micro sim card
$400
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Had enough with custom ROM issues I see.

I havnt flashed any roms, just rooted with CWM recovery.
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Quick look at your posts tells me you did. Or is this a replacement device?

I sent you a pm sir. I am very interested in buying one for my brother ..

I'm in Houston too .. I sent you a PM
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$400... I don't know guys, you know what they say... Never look a [cheap] horse in the mouth...

Sold. Sorry to anyone who was interested.
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JaguarXT said:
Quick look at your posts tells me you did. Or is this a replacement device?
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Im with you says only rooted but post history ahows he flasjed a rom for diff note 2 and couldn't get service

Hoezack said:
Sold. Sorry to anyone who was interested.
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That was an incredible price on a near new phone. :good:

ionic7 said:
Im with you says only rooted but post history ahows he flasjed a rom for diff note 2 and couldn't get service
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People have to lie sometimes. Get the sale done!

LOL, I got my Note 2 for this price a month ago from a guy that needed to make rent.
CL at the beginning of the month. Find treasure!
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EmceeGeek said:
People have to lie sometimes. Get the sale done!
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I didnt lie, I was being up front. Just wanted to get rid of it quick. Only thing I did to that phone was root it threw odin and flash clockwork mod recovery.
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Razr
Samsung Vibrant
G2x
Galaxy S2
Note 2
Nexus 4

Really!?!?!
Your past posts says different.
But even if you only did what you said, I wouldn't want a Note 2 that as been flashed with custom recovery. Just my thing.
I always try to check things out before buying something. But that is just my cautious self speaking.
BTW - Did you get your LG Nexus 4 yet? How do you like it? And how is the battery life?

I doubt he got it yet, I ordered an 8 gig for the wife Nov 27th, the second round of sales and got through at 5:01pm, mine says its going to ship Jan 2. The 16 gigs may be different, though.

LOL, this has been humorous how Google arranged to have low stock of N4 so that they can be sold by other retailers at the high cost while having just enough to maintain high buzz during shopping season.
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Im using my S2 for now.
Android is a powerful drug.

achusaysblessyou said:
$400... I don't know guys, you know what they say... Never look a [cheap] horse in the mouth...
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That's a "gift horse", please use the correct verb-age if you're gonna try to be intelligent.

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Galaxy note 2 sprint price drop

When? With gs4 soon I want the gn2 as it should be cheap
Anyone know of any deals

colonel.shepard said:
When? With gs4 soon I want the gn2 as it should be cheap
Anyone know of any deals
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1) it hasn't even been released yet.
2) it won't release here until after it does over seas (international).
3) the price won't even drop since this is not the gs3...
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ac16313 said:
1) it hasn't even been released yet.
2) it won't release here took after it does over seas
3) the price might not drop since this is not the gs3...
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Galaxy s4 has already been released since Wednesday.
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mr pnut said:
Galaxy s4 has already been released since Wednesday.
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Release where?
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yellowman82 said:
Release where?
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My bad I misread the op but sprint should have it next month hopefully.
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Ok im really sorry but I dont ****ing get this there are 100 threads about if we are going to switch to gs4 or all that crap this phone has nothing to with galaxy line not even close I dont know why people asking all this question and what makes you ****ing think that with gs4 coming out they are going to drop the price, I hope they wont drop the price and actually raise it because I hate seeing cheap people on this section.
Good day
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On the box it's called the galaxy note 2 so it has something to do with the galaxy line. OP, Sprint won't drop the price for awhile. Maybe never. If you want it asap then look to other dealers or buying it used.

I doubt there's going to be a price drop on the Note 2. Not till the Note 3 anyways.. You guys are comparing a phablet to a phone. Price drop for the GS3? Sure, you can already get one practically free..
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shabgard said:
Ok im really sorry but I dont ****ing get this there are 100 threads about if we are going to switch to gs4 or all that crap this phone has nothing to with galaxy line not even close I dont know why people asking all this question and what makes you ****ing think that with gs4 coming out they are going to drop the price, I hope they wont drop the price and actually raise it because I hate seeing cheap people on this section.
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You really are hard headed. Really? Your mad that people want to pay less for a phone? Your blood pressure must be through the roof. Good luck
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He's just sad that he paid $300 for a phone that can now be had for anywhere between $70 - $180.

I bought my phone off the contract cause I wanted to keep my upgrade, I just hate it when people try to buy stuff they cant afford and ask stupid questions since note II is a phablet and not a phone.
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He's just sad that he paid $300 for a phone that can now be had for anywhere between $70 - $180.
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Just cuz sprint won't doesn't mean amazon or wirefly or lets talk wont

It's a phone. Stop making up words.
Frugality has nothing to do with wealth. In fact, frugal people tend to be those that actually have the most wealth.

shabgard said:
I bought my phone off the contract cause I wanted to keep my upgrade, I just hate it when people try to buy stuff they cant afford and ask stupid questions since note II is a phablet and not a phone.
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It's true. If you can't afford it at a certain price then don't buy it. But that's probably why they want to see it go down in price, because they can't afford higher price. Nothing wrong with that. Plus I saw an article that said s3 and note 2 aren't far off in costs to make. In the end the reason for price difference is the cell company trying to make more money cause phone is bigger. I guess it could cost them more but either way just look at the prices for the note 2, started at $299 for new customers, about 3 months and new customers were able to get it for $99 from Amazon.
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Lmfao so many people talking about the stupid prices of this phone. 3 things I have to say to ya.
1. Yea, it's a $600 its expensive.
2. No, we do not have to act like children to get what we want. Your not 9.
3. People. There's people out there who simply cant afford the best things in life. Some not even a peace of bread. Consider your self lucky to even own a phone. And stop trashing on other people who cant.
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Damn op was just asking one question? and certain people start jumping on him like he's supposed to have the money to buy a brand new device, REALLy..... its really sad that some cant ask a simple question without someone with a smart remark, come on guys this is a place for people to ask for help or just ask for some opinions, Not to bash on anyone for not having money. Grow up guys. Mods please close this thread thx.....
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anishannayya said:
It's a phone. Stop making up words.
Frugality has nothing to do with wealth. In fact, frugal people tend to be those that actually have the most wealth.
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He's not making up anything man. It IS called a phablet. Yes it's a phone too but it was designed as a tablet. I know the word phablet sounds really stupid but that's the chosen word I guess. How many phones out there have an SPen or have the features ours has? Think about it. Our device already does more than the gs4 ever will and once we get all the new software it will be even better.
Btw op watch the prices on Amazon.com. I got mine for $199 and I've seen it go as low as $169. It's different almost every day.
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Lol
Ill be waiting for amazon or someone to drop it to 99 I feel sorry for u idiots who paid full price on a phone lol

colonel.shepard said:
Lol
Ill be waiting for amazon or someone to drop it to 99 I feel sorry for u idiots who paid full price on a phone lol
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Well seeing for the last 2 weeks on Amazon it's been at $249 maybe it will hit $99 sometime around when the Note 5 comes out for the IDIOTS that want to wait that long! I'm happy for what I have at $199 thank you very much!
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Its at 169 elsewhere yo so it'll get there

did emwno receive his donated tablet?

just checking to see when emwno will receive his Talley Tablet since the donation thread is closed
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I hope he gets it
I would like to have a CM or paranoid Android ROM to try:good:
But stock runs pretty well so even some mods which would be cool:laugh:
Thanks for the mods he has done so far

Not yet.

MIUI
Miui,cm,lewa please

hopefully u get soon.....

I was just asking him by PM if he received the note it's been 8 days already counting weekends hope he gets it soon

Probably will take sometime getting past their post office and customs, if its anything like where I am probably need to pay some custom tax or bribe someone to get it faster
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I've seen this situation occur on every Galaxy device I've ever owned. Vibrant, S2, different carriers, now ths Note.
I recommend when you want to donate money to a developer, ask them directly for their donation preference. Or you'll end up in a thread like this where the guy who was supposed to be in charge doesnt even know where people's money magically went.
Not accusing anyone, just stating the facts.
I remember this 12 year old kid hustling thousands out of people when the S2 came out, he used multiple accounts to "talk up" other accounts that were wannabe developers for false hope donations.
Kinda just comical at this point.

Seeing how the other Developer in these forums received his Donated Note 8.0 with no problem I highly doubt there will be an issue here.
That said, I would think it would be better to just donate to the Dev himself and let him order it. E-Bay ships all over.

Want baked? I'm considering one of these or the Sony Tablet Z, a donation could go along way towards my decision!

Emwno any note 8 yet buddy? Can't wait till you get your paws on one of these?
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AndroidFanNetwork said:
Emwno any note 8 yet buddy? Can't wait till you get your paws on one of these?
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Not yet, last I asked the people at the post office here on Saturday, they said that it would take 15-20days, despite the priority shipping. Anyways its been around 11 days, so shouldn't be too far now.

emwno said:
Not yet, last I asked the people at the post office here on Saturday, they said that it would take 15-20days, despite the priority shipping. Anyways its been around 11 days, so shouldn't be too far now.
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Someone has to have the tracking number...... Who shipped the tablet to you? He should provide you with the tracking number.

2swizzle said:
Someone has to have the tracking number...... Who shipped the tablet to you? He should provide you with the tracking number.
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Agree with that.....
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eiril_77 said:
Agree with that.....
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I have the tracking number already, thats how I asked the post office here.

emwno said:
I have the tracking number already, thats how I asked the post office here.
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Okay sweet!!!!!

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any update
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2swizzle said:
any update
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+1
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+1
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The day I get it, you shall find something new in either of the development sections

Giving away gnex

Hey guys.
Recently my beloved nexus' radios decided to quit working. I've tried everything to get them back but the harsh reality is that they just don't work anymore. I made a thread in the Q&A section to no avail.
Decided to go with the GS4 so I have an unused somewhat defective, and clearly used phone that is just sitting on my desk. When I went from my incredible to the gnex, I gave my incredible to one of the awesome devs that made that phone so much better. I'm thinking of doing it again because you guys are so great.
So if you are a dev, contact me and I'll so my best to give it to someone who can truly use it. Whether it be for parts or as a test flashing device, etc.
I can ship the phone free of charge through amazon since I work there so there really is no hassle involved.
Just to be clear, the radios (as far as I can tell) don't work, the charging port is a bit loose and sometimes hard to charge, and there are a few scratches on the screen and around the bezel. Other than that everything works. So perfect for a test device for your future roms.
I really want someone to USE the device and not just turn around and sell it, although I would be none the wiser. So let me know if you NEED it.
Thank you to this community (most of you ) and to all the hard working developers that got me thru the last few years. It's been fun.
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I also have an extended battery that I can give to someone as well.
And this is a Verizon model, if that matters.
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Well I have one already.
Although, it's the sprint variant.
You see, I don't make that much money, and I got this for christmas, sure it's great, but since it's limited to CDMA, I cannot be flexible with it at all.
It really does suck, I've been wanting to sell it and replace it with a GSM Galaxy Nexus, but no one will buy it, everyone already moved on to wanting the galaxy S4 or something similar.
So I definitely don't NEED it, but it would save me some money with me being able to change to Straight talk.
About the broken radios, I can try and repair it, buy a new charging port, buy a new antenna, etc etc, it'd be a fun project. I've already started some development for myself for the toroplus, and the GSM Galaxy nexus would allow me to fully mess with a semi working Ubuntu Touch OS.
And, if it wasn't given to me, which it probably won't, I actually have a cheap 12 dollar otterbox like case for the GSM Galaxy Nexus, I messed up on the order and got that instead of one for my model.
http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Hybrid-Silicone-Durable-Kickstand/dp/B0070DGQW6
One like this, that I can ship out to whoever you wants it the most.

I need it bro PM me
For devment.
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Friend of mine really wants to start developing for phones. And I told him a nexus phone would be the best. But he doesn't really have the money to buy one and neither do I. So he could really use it and he did some development for his old tablet and as far as I can see he's quite good at it. So I think he would be a real good person to have here on the forums.
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Lars so good of you doing this for me yea I'm interested and I don't have the money
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aashukmehta said:
Lars so good of you doing this for me yea I'm interested and I don't have the money
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Well hey your not who I meant. But you can have it too if it's up to me.
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lars1216 said:
Well hey your not who I meant. But you can have it too if it's up to me.
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gif me!

Seraz007 said:
gif me!
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No you can't.
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Can I have it please

I guess I should of been more specific on who I want to give the phone too.
It would help if you already had a thread in the developers section.
Like I said, I don't want to give this to someone just to have them sell it so the only insurance I have is making sure you are already a developer of some sort.

Double post

AmericanCon said:
I also have an extended battery that I can give to someone as well.
And this is a Verizon model, if that matters.
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Is there any way we could make a deal for the purchase of the extended battery?
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infazzdar said:
Is there any way we could make a deal for the purchase of the extended battery?
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What do you mean?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=513620

Okay. AmericanCon, PM Me. I'm Releasing my kernel very soon, hopefully by monday and then we can discuss about delivery? Please?
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Do a rafflecopter giveaway?
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IRX120 said:
Do a rafflecopter giveaway?
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What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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AmericanCon said:
What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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Well, I'm working on my kernel and a US variant is what I really neef.
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AmericanCon said:
What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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