http://www.droiddoes.com/charge/
I guess it's supposed to be coming the 28th of this month. But for $300? Don't think so...
jv
http://www.bgr.com/2011/04/21/verizon-wireless-outs-samsung-droid-charge/ some more info.
jv
This is the phone I've been waiting for. I know alot of people are pissed at Samsung.... but no other manufacturer can match the hardware, and since this phone is Droid branded, It should receive the support and updates that it deserves
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I wouldn't expect a lot of xda developer support for the charge however. I base this on statements made by the devs and the fact that the SGS2 will be following shortly.
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It's not even running Gingerbread..what a joke.
Yeah if this was the SGS2 and it was $300. I would consider THAT a good price.
4G, dual core 1.2Ghz, EVERYTHING ELSE. That'll be the standard of phones to beat for a year.
Yeah with all due respect the Charge pretty much is our SF with 4G. Yeah you get a FFC and a slightly larger screen but not a real upgrade IMO. More power to anyone purchasing this sucker but as for me I'll hold out for a more tangible increase on the specs
Yeah its running the same hummingbird processor overclocked to 1.2 ghz. Just like half the rooted fascinate users.
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Yeah its running the same hummingbird processor overclocked to 1.2 ghz. Just like half the rooted fascinate users.
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Actually all the reviews out today say its the same 1Ghz as the stock SF/hummingbird. But your point remains the same. Its the same cpu we got
I read that the SGS2 will be on at&t not on verizon, if that is true, we only have the option of motorola bionic if we want to buy a dual core phone, and I am not buying motorola, they want to restrict so much what you can do with your phone by encrypting their bootloaders, not a pro-costumer company I would say
Dont fret, plenty coming down the pike
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I wonder if and how this will come in place for the Bionic. This has the potential to completely shift everyone to purchasing a Bionic:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2011/0...ices-to-have-unlockablerelockable-bootloader/
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I read that the SGS2 will be on at&t not on verizon, if that is true, we only have the option of motorola bionic if we want to buy a dual core phone, and I am not buying motorola, they want to restrict so much what you can do with your phone by encrypting their bootloaders, not a pro-costumer company I would say
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i would bet almost anything that every major carrier will get a variant of the sgs2...id imagine though that tmo and att get them first...followed at some point by sprint and vzw
$250 through AmazonWireless PreOrder:
http://wireless.amazon.com/dp/B004XD1S4M/
I expect the price to fall about $100 over the course of a month after release. I bet you can get it for about $150 a month after release or sooner.
One way to achieve that: Keep an eye on the best deal, if you are eligible for upgrade w/ 2 yr contract discount, then take the best deal to a VZN store and ask them to beat it. If you get a competent sales person, they will find a creative way to beat the price.
I got the Fascinate the first day it came out (unintentionally, I hadn't even heard of it before that day). I looked up prices online, took the best price I could find in and they beat it. My price out the door was a little higher, but with the mail in rebate and the service credits I got on my next months bill: my final price was far less than it would have been any other way at the time.
SGS2 yes, charge no. The name doesn't mean it will get any better support then any of the other samsung phones.
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SGS2 yes, charge no. The name doesn't mean it will get any better support then any of the other samsung phones.
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no, just that it has a stupid droid marketing campaign and contest
$300 for the Charge makes more sense than $200 for the Incredible 2. Who would even get that over the Fascinate at the *same* price?
Incidentally, it looks like Captivate ROM dev designgears may be getting a Charge.
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$300 for the Charge makes more sense than $200 for the Incredible 2. Who would even get that over the Fascinate at the *same* price?
Incidentally, it looks like Captivate ROM dev designgears may be getting a Charge.
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id rather save 300 and get a better phone this summer
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id rather save 300 and get a better phone this summer
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Bingo! Or even wait out to see if moto truly is unlocking bootloaders this fall
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Bingo! Or even wait out to see if moto truly is unlocking bootloaders this fall
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i still wouldnt give those jerks a dime...after all the crap theyve pulled
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I work for coca cola and go to walmarts often just noticed they dropped the price of fascinate to $48 there is a sold out sticker on it at this location.
You don't have to be embarrassed that you shop at walmart. Im sure alot if us do lol
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If that's the case I'll go buy a few and sell them for a ton!
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Its probably due to the season.
And yeah, shopping at Walmart is nothing to be embarrassed about. Browsing at Walmart is another story. Its a good place to go if you know exactly what you want so you can leave as soon as possible.
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If that's the case I'll go buy a few and sell them for a ton!
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You prolly have to activate a new line to get them at that price
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Its probably due to the season.
And yeah, shopping at Walmart is nothing to be embarrassed about. Browsing at Walmart is another story. Its a good place to go if you know exactly what you want so you can leave as soon as possible.
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Exactly. The only 2 things I hate at Wal-Mart is the stereotypical Wal-Martian, and checking out.
I swear to effing christ if I go to Wal-Mart tonight and have to wait a half hour to check out with 1 thing, I'm going to flipping scream.
On the other hand, if you don't want to shop at the Dub, Wirefly.com has them for 69.99 with free activation and shipping.
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If that's the case I'll go buy a few and sell them for a ton!
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Go away Harrison !!!!
Best buy has them for 49.99 just saying. Lol
These are all with new service activations right????????????? No way they are selling them like this retail
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These are all with new service activations right????????????? No way they are selling them like this retail
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It is probably only available to new users or upgrades signing a 2yr agreement.
I think the price is due to the fact that its a horribly made phone. I some how got verizon to take it back even though i was past my 30 days. thank god..set back is that im on a garbage flip untill something worthy comes out. Dont think im gonna go back to android though.
Notice even on ebay people are getting horrible offers for the phone. Samsung has a horrible name in the mobile phone industry....compare it to a moto phone,. Moto phones feel like quality
its free at my local best buy right now on an upgrade/new contract
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Samsung has a horrible name in the mobile phone industry....compare it to a moto phone,. Moto phones feel like quality
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I've never heard that Samsung had a horrible name in the mobile phone industry. I've heard that they aren't the greatest with providing updates, but the hardware in their phones is almost always the latest and greatest when the phones are released. Given the size and form factor, I can't say that my Fascinate feels flimsy either. If it weighed much more than it does, I'd wonder more about why it was so heavy over enjoying how much more sturdy it felt.
On a more personal note, if all you are going to do is come in here and bash the Fascinate, and not provide anything of any use or substance, I suggest you look elsewhere to read and post, possibly here
The Fascinate is among the best phone, hardware wise. Although, I do agree about the flimsy part. Coming from a Touch Pro, the Fascinate feels flimsy. If you feel that way too, I would recommend the verizon stand case. It adds a nice heft to the phone and feels very solid.
Also, ignore the trolls. I honestly believe that the iPhone is the ONLY way to go for some people.
no i know the hardware is great....if it works properly...ie:gps but cpu and gpu are great.
Yeah i got rid of my fascinate thank god. I came from the iphone on att but left because of the network. And now on verizon i tried android....but there are no quality apps, almost no push notification apps...ie:sports apps
I PERSONALLY believe that the iphone os is much better all around. Im gonna wait it out and hope the iphone gets released on verizon in the next 2 -3 months.
goodluck guys, hope u get gingerbread....
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no i know the hardware is great....if it works properly...ie:gps but cpu and gpu are great.
Yeah i got rid of my fascinate thank god. I came from the iphone on att but left because of the network. And now on verizon i tried android....but there are no quality apps, almost no push notification apps...ie:sports apps
I PERSONALLY believe that the iphone os is much better all around. Im gonna wait it out and hope the iphone gets released on verizon in the next 2 -3 months.
goodluck guys, hope u get gingerbread....
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Now this is legit trolling.
BigBonkers said:
no i know the hardware is great....if it works properly...ie:gps but cpu and gpu are great.
Yeah i got rid of my fascinate thank god. I came from the iphone on att but left because of the network. And now on verizon i tried android....but there are no quality apps, almost no push notification apps...ie:sports apps
I PERSONALLY believe that the iphone os is much better all around. Im gonna wait it out and hope the iphone gets released on verizon in the next 2 -3 months.
goodluck guys, hope u get gingerbread....
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For people like you, I really hope they don't bring the iPhone to Verizon, please go back to ATT.
I know some people have been turned off from the lack of updates from Samsung/Verizon or whatever. (I blame Bing)
Unlike other people, after owning the Fascinate.. I actually would love to buy another Samsung phone.
I can't give up the SAMOLED screen. I actually like the over-saturated colors. They give it a POP in comparison to other screens.
What's next.... Samsung Droid Charge... meh.... Not sure why this has no appeal to me? Anyone else feel the same?
However, the Galaxy S 2, I'm completely drooling over this phone....Anyone think the Galaxy S 2 would come to VZW - or the US... ?
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I know some people have been turned off from the lack of updates from Samsung/Verizon or whatever. (I blame Bing)
Unlike other people, after owning the Fascinate.. I actually would love to buy another Samsung phone.
I can't give up the SAMOLED screen. I actually like the over-saturated colors. They give it a POP in comparison to other screens.
What's next.... Samsung Droid Charge... meh.... Not sure why this has no appeal to me? Anyone else feel the same?
However, the Galaxy S 2, I'm completely drooling over this phone....Anyone think the Galaxy S 2 would come to VZW - or the US... ?
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its already been found that the galaxy s 2 is coming to verizon in may
http://phandroid.com/2011/03/30/ver...droid-incredible-2-releases-slated-exclusive/
but yes, i want it
Phandroid just posted that it will be coming Q3 = September
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I just read that the new samsung droid charge will cost $299 w/2 year contract . Not gonna do it
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$299 WITH contract?!? The prices keep creeping higher and higher with a contract for new equipment. All it means is that I'll have to wait a little while longer (unfortunately). Prices always drop, new phones come, etc.
credit card = no contract lol, normally buy a phone then sell old to help make up difference, but sgs2 will be my next phone for sure. updates are not the selling factor for me the hardware is and I own a lot of sammy products and they have always been top-notch
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$299 WITH contract?!? The prices keep creeping higher and higher with a contract for new equipment. All it means is that I'll have to wait a little while longer (unfortunately). Prices always drop, new phones come, etc.
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There is always Certified Pre-Owned as well. This phone was an upgrade for me from the OG Droid 1 and it costed me 49 bucks. Best 50 I've ever spent. So hopefully by the time my contract expires I'm hoping CPO Galaxy S 2's will be available.
Tapatalked from my ComaVolted Fascinate running SC 2.9.2
Never Samsung again!
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its already been found that the galaxy s 2 is coming to verizon in may
http://phandroid.com/2011/03/30/ver...droid-incredible-2-releases-slated-exclusive/
but yes, i want it
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WHOA. I had no idea it was that close to release, I thought it would come out in September at the earliest. Geez, I wonder if I Verizon will let me trade in my Fascinate for it, and I just pay whatever difference there is. My phone sound quality sucks, the GPS is a mixed bag, and I can complain about them not pushing Froyo to their phone yet (yes, I do currently have a Froyo rom on my phone, but it's still a legitimate complaint since it's a leak I have running). I really really want the new Galaxy S II. Worst case scenario, I'll have to find some way of getting the money to purchase it for full-price off contract.
According to a leaked Verizon roadmap, the SGS2 may arrive as early as next month on Verizon(with LTE!):
"Verizon’s spring roadmap has 8 Android phones releasing in less than 60 days"
I am sorry, but that Road Map is fake (I hope I'm wrong). I would LOVE the S2 to come out next month... but... I'd look for it by the end of the summer. The only question is, will it be the actual S2, or an altered step child like the Fascinate to the Original Galaxy S?
We should make a list for upcoming non-Samsung phones.
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that sucks that it's going to be lte. I don't even have it in my area, and by then I'm guessing the price of data plans will have gone up for 4g phones
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I know I definitely plan on making the S2 my next phone. I'm with the OP in that I'm not at the least turned off by Samsung. I blame Verizon. I've been through this before with the OG Storm. Yes, Rim was responsible for some hardware issues but in the software realm, Verizon sucked in releasing timely firmware to fix software glitches. I had to rely upon the BB community in order to get my phone up to snuff. If Verizon didn't have such a large and reliable network, I'd leave them.
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I dont know why anyone would ever care about, let along buy a samsung phone after the BS with this one.
simple.because the hardware is top-notch.
I'll never buy a Samsung phone again, I don't care how good the hardware is.
Kaessa said:
I'll never buy a Samsung phone again, I don't care how good the hardware is.
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Same.
Btw, what's a Sumsung?
Kaessa said:
I'll never buy a Samsung phone again, I don't care how good the hardware is.
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I would be willing to buy another Samsung phone again if the hardware is good.
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I'll never buy a Samsung phone again, I don't care how good the hardware is.
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Same... Apple here I come
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The outrageous price of the Droid Charge ($299 for those of you who haven't been following) will likely extend the life of the Fascinate (in terms of developer and user support), IMHO. Those who haven't either added the Thunderbolt to their arsenal (Adrynalyne, ThatDudeButch, etc.) or jumped ship altogether will likely find the price point for the Droid Charge to be rather prohibitive (again, just my opinion). Is 4G a must-have? The Thunderbolt is $50 cheaper on a 2-year contract. Don’t want to give up your Super AMOLED screen? I recommend waiting for the Galaxy S II (There WILL eventually be a CDMA version for Verizon).
Here's a quick comparison: With the Galaxy S II, you...
...Get the same screen upgrades as the Charge (Super AMOLED Plus, 4.3 inches)
...Add another cpu core, bump both cores up to 1.2 GHz
...Nearly triple your RAM (328MB for the Charge, 1024MB for the S II)
...Upgrade your software to Gingerbread (the Charge comes with Froyo out of the box)
... Last, but not least, upgrade to TouchWiz 4.0 (the Charge has 3.0 - I'm sure you're all here on XDA because you LOVE stock TouchWiz ).
Meanwhile, just enjoy your Fascinate (you probably have to wait a few months before you're upgrade eligible, anyway - the S II will probably be out by then).
Anyone have a different opinion? Does anyone feel compelled to get your Charge on now? (you still have to wait as of May 6 thanks to Verizon's LTE problems pushing back the Charge's release date - sound familiar, Thunderbolt owners?) Do tell...
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Getting the charge
well I would agree the charge is hardly an upgrade and I normally would wait untill the galaxy S II comes out BUT as someone who works directly on the sales floor with verizon, I can see the 4g data being either tiered or capped soon(MY PERSONAL OPINION). so to answer your question yes I will happily pay 300 bucks for my droid charge just to ensure I will be able to keep my unlimited plan while on 4g as well and then upgrade to galaxy s II when it comes....just my two cents
Fascinates are free at Best Buy on Fridays & Saturdays (with a 2 year contact, of course...)
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Is 4G a must-have? The Thunderbolt is $50 cheaper on a 2-year contract.
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You'd be a fool to pay $50 less for a Thunderbolt. $100+ maybe. $50 about covers the spare battery you'll need to carry around all the time if you ever use LTE.
The anti-Charge FUD in this group is pretty sad and fear-driven. You have it totally backwards: the continuing release of Charge ROMs by Samsung guarantees a probably-backportable source of Android updates for the Fascinate. Embrace the Charge.
You left out "Dump vzw for another carrier" from your poll.
good day.
chopper the dog said:
You left out "Dump vzw for another carrier" from your poll.
good day.
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This! I'm seriously contemplating going to AT&T myself
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This! I'm seriously contemplating going to AT&T myself
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Be prepared for the 2 gig cap on your data plan
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I really have a dilemma...
I cracked the screen on my fascinate last month... It still works perfectly, but I hate looking at the spiderweb on my screen.
I can put an insurance claim in and for $100 get a new Fascinate... or
Im due for an upgrade... So, I can simply get a free Fascinate now, but that locks me in for 2 years... or
stick with the current (Broken Fascinate) for a few months.
By then, Im hoping there will be other 4G phones to choose from and they wont have capped the plan by then.
Decisions. Decisions.
This is kind of a silly poll, as it leaves out some major releases. The Charge and the Thunderbolt are not the only new Spring phones for Verizon. The Droid X2, the Xperia Play, and the LG Revolution will all be out by the end this month.
I will wait another year for Quad Core phone
It doesn't matter what any of these prices are.
If you wait, you'll find a free deal.
This is why I won't upgraded until the holidays.
(this is how I got two fascinates for myself and my wife, Best Buy's free phone friday's last october)
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I really have a dilemma...
I cracked the screen on my fascinate last month... It still works perfectly, but I hate looking at the spiderweb on my screen.
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I'd do the other option you didn't name, just fix the one you got. Changing the screen out isn't that hard and will run you less than a new phone. Ebay has the parts as do other sites.
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I'd do the other option you didn't name, just fix the one you got. Changing the screen out isn't that hard and will run you less than a new phone. Ebay has the parts as do other sites.
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http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Samsung-Fascinate-SCH-i500-s/6505.htm
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I really have a dilemma...
I cracked the screen on my fascinate last month... It still works perfectly, but I hate looking at the spiderweb on my screen.
I can put an insurance claim in and for $100 get a new Fascinate... or
Im due for an upgrade... So, I can simply get a free Fascinate now, but that locks me in for 2 years... or
stick with the current (Broken Fascinate) for a few months.
By then, Im hoping there will be other 4G phones to choose from and they wont have capped the plan by then.
Decisions. Decisions.
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I bet you could get a "factory refurb" Fascinate for less. Last I saw it was on vzw.com for $39 (with contract, but I can't believe you wouldn't be able to work out a deal on this angle).
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I'd do the other option you didn't name, just fix the one you got. Changing the screen out isn't that hard and will run you less than a new phone. Ebay has the parts as do other sites.
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I thought about that, but I think its more than just the glass cracking... I actually had done some research and when I saw that I would need a heat gun, i said forget it
I just put my claim in with Assurion. For $100, i get a brand new phone... Being that I got the original for free from Best buy back in Oct, the $100 isnt bad... And, I still have my upgrade.. So, in 3 or 4 months, I'll upgrade to the best 4G phone and give the fascinate to my wife or kid.
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I really have a dilemma...
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The LG Revolution will be out soon... granted, it doesn't have AMOLED, but it will have 4G
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well I would agree the charge is hardly an upgrade and I normally would wait untill the galaxy S II comes out BUT as someone who works directly on the sales floor with verizon, I can see the 4g data being either tiered or capped soon(MY PERSONAL OPINION). so to answer your question yes I will happily pay 300 bucks for my droid charge just to ensure I will be able to keep my unlimited plan while on 4g as well and then upgrade to galaxy s II when it comes....just my two cents
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The LG Revolution 4G phone is expected to be released May 12, according to www.phonearena.com. I don’t know what Verizon will charge for it, though. If it's $200, it may be worth giving up the AMOLED screen (personally, the AMOLED screen is a must-have for me).
By the way, the Charge is $50 cheaper at Wirefly on contract (if you aren't upgrade eligible and you're looking at paying the unsubsidized price, go to Verizon directly - Wirefly charges $100 extra for off-contract)
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You'd be a fool to pay $50 less for a Thunderbolt. $100+ maybe. $50 about covers the spare battery you'll need to carry around all the time if you ever use LTE.
The anti-Charge FUD in this group is pretty sad and fear-driven. You have it totally backwards: the continuing release of Charge ROMs by Samsung guarantees a probably-backportable source of Android updates for the Fascinate. Embrace the Charge.
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True, but we don’t know how bad the battery might be on the Charge (it might be called the Droid Recharge if you have to charge it too often )
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True, but we don’t know how bad the battery might be on the Charge (it might be called the Droid Recharge if you have to charge it too often )
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Check the Engadget review (and others). Battery life is actually good, even on LTE.
If the Revolution really does come out in a week, and Verizon doesn't kill unlimited by then, it may be a good choice. Thunderbolt isn't unless it's at a big discount.
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Check the Engadget review (and others). Battery life is actually good, even on LTE.
If the Revolution really does come out in a week, and Verizon doesn't kill unlimited by then, it may be a good choice. Thunderbolt isn't unless it's at a big discount.
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Yeah... a good choice depending on how much they charge for it... the Revolution got a pretty good review at Phone Arena. It may be the split-the-difference choice - hopefully cheaper than the Charge, longer battery life than the Thunderbolt.
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Hello, any other Atrix owners making the switch from Atrix to SGS2 this Sunday?
Or am I the only one?
why an SGS2 when I have an Atrix? This phone rules!!!
Im thinking about it..why not try it right? Return it on day 29
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Not worth the upgrade option.
No, Sir.
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GerardAnthony said:
No, Sir.
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its not lte who cares
Two reasons:
Not LTE (mentioned previously)
I've already got this phone and an Infuse.
I wonder if the GPS issue(s) that was on the Cappy also exist on the SGS2? Big deal breaker if it's still a problem.
I bought an Iphone refurbished when I started service last month and promptly returned it a week after. Bought a phone of CL. I've finally (3 weeks later) got everything sorted out with my return and supposedly I can go into store and purchase a phone at the new customer pricing (doubt it will work that easy). I was going to wait for the iPhone 5 or the SGS2 and more than likely just sell it because the Atrix is pretty good considering how old it is.
Question is do you think I'd be pressing my luck if I didn't by a phone soon and just waited. I have a bad feeling if I wait for the Prime or Holiday or anything more than a week away I'm going to get screwed out of my new customer discount I didn't get to use since I returned the iPhone and bought my own phone.
If there's any ATT sales people or someone with experience can you offer your opinion on me being able to get the discounted price since it is "in the notes"?
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I wonder if the GPS issue(s) that was on the Cappy also exist on the SGS2? Big deal breaker if it's still a problem.
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Sorry for the double post, but why don't any reviewers look into this considering Samsungs GPS issue history?
The SGS2 was launched quite some time here in Mexico and I've never even consider it.
I've seen it, I've used it, and it's a really nice smartphone, no doubt about it!
But it lacks soooo many things that my Atrix has out of the box that I consider it a downgrade for any serious Android user.
I don't like about the SGS2:
1. Does not have Webtop environment
2. Does not have Accesories, Car Dock, Lapdock and multimedia dock
3. Small battery and battery life
4. Lack of true HDMI output.
5. Too bulky, so my cool carrying belt case won't work anymore.
6. Super AMOLED Plus, contrary to popular thinking, AMOLED technology is not that great since it tends to degrade over time. Do some research about this, too many SGS and SGS2 users complain about ghosting or image burning after a few weeks or months of heavy use.
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Im thinking about it..why not try it right? Return it on day 29
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I was thinking about that, doesnt ATT charge you a restocking fee?
I was thinking about getting it at best buy, they dont have RF's anymore
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I was thinking about that, doesnt ATT charge you a restocking fee?
I was thinking about getting it at best buy, they dont have RF's anymore
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Restocking fee is $35, I'm considering changing my Atrix for the S2, but it's such a nice phone.
im waiting for a LTE phone personally. The SGS2 doesnt seem like a big enough upgrade to warrant paying money. I will say it does seem like a better phone than the atrix but only by very little, worth the 200$ to upgrade? nah
Now that Atrix has skype, atrix is complete.
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I got my Atrix this April, and I am pretty sure I would be happy with it until my next upgrade. Perhaps quad-core phones then or ultra-low voltage RAM and ultra-low voltage dual-core processors?
In line? There won't be a line. GSII is 4 months old who buys this when better phones come out soon.
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I don't like about the SGS2:
4. Lack of true HDMI output.
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Thats a con of the atrix , not the sgs 2.
baberswallet said:
Thats a con of the atrix , not the sgs 2.
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Explain please...
I love this phone and I don't need the latest and greatest.
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And if you wait in line for a phone you are retarded.
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i just bought the phone like an hour or so ago and i must say im impressed but theres pros and cons about this device. i took some flicks so you guys can see it compared to the epic 4g
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johnp1991 said:
What you guys think about the $199 price tag? its cheaper then when I bought my og epic for $220. Do you guys think it be worth it knowing the s3 the same price?
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No i don't think it is. Even though the call signal/quality might be superb
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I say wait for it to be up on amazonwireless/wirefly/letstalk. Though I was expecting them to charge 250$, they always charge 50$ for the keyboard fee. Considering that we most likely won't be seeing any other keyboard phones for a year (sprint already has 3 with this one having best specs). There might not be much choice.
What's funny I was in radio shack with a friend today... they are selling the og epic for $20.00.
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Speedin07si said:
What's funny I was in radio shack with a friend today... they are selling the og epic for $20.00.
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Why is it funny? it is always cheaper through a retailer then directly. You can get it for 1 penny on amazon. The only downside ordering it through a 3rd party is if you cancel after 30 days but before 180 days you pay 200$+ extra to cancel.
johnp1991 said:
Do you guys think it be worth it knowing the s3 the same price?
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a no go for the following reason:
1) motorolla device with no confirmed unlocked bootloader
2) non-removable battery is only 1785 mAh
3) only 1GB RAM
So, unless these specs are wrong.... not worth it, IMO
DCRocks said:
a no go for the following reason:
1) motorolla device with no confirmed unlocked bootloader
2) non-removable battery is only 1785 mAh
3) only 1GB RAM
So, unless these specs are wrong.... not worth it, IMO
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#1 Not true, it has been confirmed that the Photon Q 4GLTE will be Motorola's first unlockable bootloader.
http://www.motorola.com/blog/2012/07/26/unlock-the-bootloader-on-motorola-photon-q-4g-lte/
That said, I still won't buy it, most likely.
Sprint posted a deal on the Motorola Photon Q. If you pre-order and add a line you get a $100 amex gift card so may be worth it if your on a family plan.
2 people told me today they are waiting for the iPhone 5...
God have mercy on their souls...
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orlzzt said:
2 people told me today they are waiting for the iPhone 5...
God have mercy on their souls...
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Whats an iphone?
orlzzt said:
2 people told me today they are waiting for the iPhone 5...
God have mercy on their souls...
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Simpletons will be Simpletons. Im waiting on the new Nexus, which should come soon after they release the Iphone5 lol.
Unless I think this phone is worth it...and they drop the price to $100 no mail in rebate.
InfDaMarvel said:
Simpletons will be Simpletons. Im waiting on the new Nexus, which should come soon after they release the Iphone5 lol.
Unless I think this phone is worth it...and they drop the price to $100 no mail in rebate.
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So far cheapest I found for upgrades is 149.99$ at Wirefly F&F.
gTen said:
Whats an iphone?
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I love the iphone!!!
xboxfanj said:
#1 Not true, it has been confirmed that the Photon Q 4GLTE will be Motorola's first unlockable bootloader.
http://www.motorola.com/blog/2012/07/26/unlock-the-bootloader-on-motorola-photon-q-4g-lte/
That said, I still won't buy it, most likely.
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Thanks, that was always a concern when it came to Motorola, at least IMO
Still, considering you can get an Epic for $100 off contract and run CM10 on it, and a SGS3 for $150 via Amazon/Best Buy, I am kinda unwilling to risk jumping on board another phone with slim development prospects, until I hear otherwise. Perhaps if CM accepts the device...
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Thanks, that was always a concern when it came to Motorola, at least IMO
Still, considering you can get an Epic for $100 off contract and run CM10 on it, and a SGS3 for $150 via Amazon/Best Buy, I am kinda unwilling to risk jumping on board another phone with slim development prospects, until I hear otherwise. Perhaps if CM accepts the device...
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My main interest is because of WORLD phone. I can us e GSM on travel and makes life much easier. I wish GS3 had GSM slot. I read that there is some long way of getting there with GS3.
i would have been willing to put up with Motorola shenanigans if the thing was 720p, but it's only QHD
looks like i'll have to go with a NOKB phone.
in other news, i know someone who will LOOOOVE the Kyocera Rise on VM... $99!?!? cut the check!
dps33 said:
My main interest is because of WORLD phone. I can us e GSM on travel and makes life much easier. I wish GS3 had GSM slot. I read that there is some long way of getting there with GS3.
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Is the lte sim card user accessible? If so, you can probably use gsm from there, just like on some verizon droids not advertising gsm capability.
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My main interest is because of WORLD phone. I can us e GSM on travel and makes life much easier. I wish GS3 had GSM slot. I read that there is some long way of getting there with GS3.
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Doesn't it have a locked GSM slot? I remember hearing something about Verizon version being hacked to use GSM in europe. I doubt sprint version is any different, but your gonna have to research it.
How does the qHD screen compare to AMOLED???? No one has answered this for me.
gTen said:
I say wait for it to be up on amazonwireless/wirefly/letstalk. Though I was expecting them to charge 250$, they always charge 50$ for the keyboard fee. Considering that we most likely won't be seeing any other keyboard phones for a year (sprint already has 3 with this one having best specs). There might not be much choice.
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This isn't true. LG has a keyboard phone in the pipeline called the Cayenne.
The Photon is a no-go for me due to embedded battery. As it is I need to use an extended battery with the Epic and always carry a spare for backup.
When batteries were always replaceable I considered physical keyboard my deal breaker. Now replaceable battery is my deal breaker. I'd like a keyboard too, but if I *HAD* to choose between keyboard and replaceable battery I'd go with the replaceable battery. Keyboard does me no good if the phone is dead...