What do you think? With early trade-up deal at AT&T, profit from selling N4 and selling GS II, I could get an iPhone 5 for free. Only reason I would consider doing it is for better headphone audio. OK, maybe camera too. But I really don't like Apple.
Any thoughts?
What a strange question to ask in this particular forum.
I know. I'm sorry. I feel like a turncoat for even suggesting it.
But high audio quality is something many are interested in. And @supercurio has not heaped praise on new Nexus.
BaronInkjet said:
What do you think? With early trade-up deal at AT&T, profit from selling N4 and selling GS II, I could get an iPhone 5 for free. Only reason I would consider doing it is for better headphone audio. OK, maybe camera too. But I really don't like Apple.
Any thoughts?
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In my opinion, and many many others, the sound quality of apple products is not the best. You would honestly be better off getting an equaliser for your N4 (or whatever device your using, i'm not sure from your post) and a good set of earphones/headphones. :good:
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BaronInkjet said:
I know. I'm sorry. I feel like a turncoat for even suggesting it.
But high audio quality is something many are interested in. And @supercurio has not heaped praise on new Nexus.
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It's not that there's anything wrong with suggesting it, but I would think it'd be tough to get unbiased advice here.
I hadn't actually listened to any music yet, so I gave it a shot. My test set was my standard for new earbuds, trying to capture a range of frequencies that get emphasized: "Jupiter" from The Planets, "A Movie Script Ending" by Death Cab for Cutie, "Outside" by Childish Gambino, and an ESPN podcast. I listened via my Shure SE215s that I use for, well, everything. I tried both streaming w/Google Play Music and playing locally with Doubletwist, and for comparison also listened on my 6th-gen 160GB iPod and my Realtek-equipped Dell laptop.
First: I couldn't tell any difference whatsoever between streaming and playing locally.
Jupiter: Compared to the iPod and laptop, the biggest difference was a lack of "sparkly"ness in the highs. It didn't sound quite as crisp on the phone. However, this was only really evident when playing at a really loud volume; at normal volumes, it sounded fine.
Death Cab: The lack of crisp highs came through clearly here, especially in the intro, though I know this song better than probably any other song out there. Once it got to the more orchestrated sections, there was enough good mid-stuff going on that it sounded good to me.
Gambino: With such a strongly bass-focused song, I noticed a *tiny* bit of muddiness in the low end. If I wasn't trying to listen for every little detail, I'm not sure I would have. Good otherwise.
Podcast: totally normal. No comments at all.
Bottom line: the more of an audiophile you are/you consider yourself to be, the less you'll probably like this phone's sound (but then, why are you listening on a phone?). If you're a big hip-hop/rap fan and like a lot of bass in your music, and also listen with the volume cranked, it might sound a little mushy to you. For general use, though, at reasonable volumes, it sounds pretty good, and you could probably EQ away any issues you have. If you like the other features the phone has, or just want to stick with android in general, the sound should not drive you away from this phone.
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What do you think? With early trade-up deal at AT&T, profit from selling N4 and selling GS II, I could get an iPhone 5 for free. Only reason I would consider doing it is for better headphone audio. OK, maybe camera too. But I really don't like Apple.
Any thoughts?
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if you want sound quality, then go for an international SGS3, if now dont get anything else, the Nexus is from what ive read not to bad just has some strange results on the objective tests (probably software related).
i have an SGS3 and it sounds just as good as my Cowon S9 so in that regard ive been quite happy with it but im switching to a nexus cause of other issues im having with the device (ie case cracking issue).
with the Nexus 4 try maybe using an external amp
If you're looking for Audio Quality, you're best bet is to quit looking at phones altogether. Grab a nice Turntable (I personally use a Technics 1200MK2), a good set of speaks, and a good receiver (I personally dig on Marantz).
Good luck finding and putting that together for less than 350. Not saying the phone is remotely capable of churning out hifi sound. I do say a phone is a great source for music on the go, and its just that. I'm satisfied with having a phone that produces marginal audio while I have a dedicated system at home to enjoy. Kind of like having a desktop for serious games and having a phone or tablet for the simple stuff.
If you are truly concerned with getting an idevice for music, why not take the savings after buying an n4 and get an ipod or itouch or whatever they're doing these days.
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If you're looking for Audio Quality, you're best bet is to quit looking at phones altogether. Grab a nice Turntable (I personally use a Technics 1200MK2), a good set of speaks, and a good receiver (I personally dig on Marantz).
Good luck finding and putting that together for less than 350. Not saying the phone is remotely capable of churning out hifi sound. I do say a phone is a great source for music on the go, and its just that. I'm satisfied with having a phone that produces marginal audio while I have a dedicated system at home to enjoy. Kind of like having a desktop for serious games and having a phone or tablet for the simple stuff.
If you are truly concerned with getting an idevice for music, why not take the savings after buying an n4 and get an ipod or itouch or whatever they're doing these days.
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that's not exactly a portable solution, but i agree if audio quality is primary concern get a dedicated player like a Cowon and get the best sound quality in the portable market
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Bottom line: the more of an audiophile you are/you consider yourself to be, the less you'll probably like this phone's sound (but then, why are you listening on a phone?). If you're a big hip-hop/rap fan and like a lot of bass in your music, and also listen with the volume cranked, it might sound a little mushy to you. For general use, though, at reasonable volumes, it sounds pretty good, and you could probably EQ away any issues you have. If you like the other features the phone has, or just want to stick with android in general, the sound should not drive you away from this phone.
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Thanks, chinly and all! I'm not looking for home setup, just on the fly (gym, car, etc.) Not a "owns 12 pair of different headphones" guy, but played for many years and have a pretty good ear. Have been using Neutron Player/Klipsch S4s. Have several of the player apps and NP is my fav so far. There are some spots where GS II is just a little rough though. What is the word... noise? :crying:
I appreciate everyone's feedback. I will let share mine as well when I get it in a few days.
I'm using the same headphones as you do (shure 215) because I really love good sound quality but if it had to be THAT good I would have bought another pair (less bass, more expensive) and use a mp3 player - maybe even with a portable amp.
But for me (I don't even know why I am writing this because I'm not you) that is just enough - Pretty decent headphones with my SGS = perfect for me (at least with eq) since I listen while riding my bike or travelling with a train you know. I don't put all my focus on the music so it doesn't has to be "perfect".
Yeah I just wanted to share my point of view so you can maybe think this over?
PS I like the iPhone or at least some things about it. Build Quality, speed and battery lifetime. But the OS is just too boring and .. too bull****ty.
just thought id add i used an iphone 5 today with my Shure SE535's and compared against the SGS3 ............iphone sounds so flat, bass had like no punch at all.
no doubt ill be missing the sound of the SGS3 when i change over to a nexus i might need to buy a new Cowon myself the Z2 looks nice
I have a ipod classic 6th gen 80gb for music, the only reason I bought it is because I don't want to spend a extra $50 to get double the memory which kinda sucks, so I found a good deal on it lol. I don't really like using my phone for music, since it drains the battery a lot and I like to listen to music a lot.
if you really want a good quality music device go look at some Cowon pmp's.
BaronInkjet said:
What do you think? With early trade-up deal at AT&T, profit from selling N4 and selling GS II, I could get an iPhone 5 for free. Only reason I would consider doing it is for better headphone audio. OK, maybe camera too. But I really don't like Apple.
Any thoughts?
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you will regret it if you dont really like apple. you can change eq settings for audio on the N4, as far as camera goes id consider a Lumia 920 over that
Funny, I was just thinking about 920. Check this out:
http://www.head-fi.org/t/635554/nokia-lumia-920-sound-quality
I got my N4 today. After first quarter:
GS II - 14
N4 - 0
Letting it play a while to see how it does, but ... Other than headphone audio, phone truly is spectacular.
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1. Damn Bluetooth on the Universal gives static to soooo many different Bluetooth headsets/handfrees.
2. The 1.3 MP camera quality is worse than my bloody webcam.
3. Graphics performance is not suitable for smooth full-screen DivX playback.
God damn HTC...Taiwanese company...Why do they release products that are so "crap"? The specs look good on paper...but the quality of the product is really questionable!
Cool. My fish drowned.
1. Damn Bluetooth on the Universal gives static to soooo many different Bluetooth headsets/handfrees.
If you search the forum you will find that some bluetooth headsets work without this issue, I have one which gives of static but that is only if I am at least 10 feet from my universal, Bluetooth isn't perfect by a long shot on the universal
2. The 1.3 MP camera quality is worse than my bloody webcam.
Camera quality on most phones are bad, I never use my phone camera unless I have too.
3. Graphics performance is not suitable for smooth full-screen DivX playback.
What frames per second are you using to encoded your movies, I have only had it stutter for a few times on my ones, Lost season 2 on my way to work.
There are a few things you can do to speed up the universal make it run far better, it is one of the best pda/phones on the market. For VGA it is in it's own league.
how long have you had the device?
its takes some getting use to but IMO it a first in a step in diffrent direction for PDAS.
If your looking for a normal phone and good camera try a samsung or nokia ,even these megs pix cams are never as good as a digi cam
but if your after a tiny laptop,mp3 player and net surfing on the move than its ideal
horses for courses as they say.nothing in life is pefect but you have to choose how to pick whats suits your own needs the best and make a compromise
this method also works with women :lol:
xxnoelziexx said:
1. Damn Bluetooth on the Universal gives static to soooo many different Bluetooth headsets/handfrees.
If you search the forum you will find that some bluetooth headsets work without this issue, I have one which gives of static but that is only if I am at least 10 feet from my universal, Bluetooth isn't perfect by a long shot on the universal
2. The 1.3 MP camera quality is worse than my bloody webcam.
Camera quality on most phones are bad, I never use my phone camera unless I have too.
3. Graphics performance is not suitable for smooth full-screen DivX playback.
What frames per second are you using to encoded your movies, I have only had it stutter for a few times on my ones, Lost season 2 on my way to work.
There are a few things you can do to speed up the universal make it run far better, it is one of the best pda/phones on the market. For VGA it is in it's own league.
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1. Yes, I know there are a "few" that work with the Universal without much issue. That's besides the point though. The ratio of static-giving headset vs no-static headset is just too high. Making the universal a product with questionable compatibility issues.
2. I don't think that's an excuse for the universal in this case. (a) It's not a camera phone, it's a PDA/phone. (b) The price tag isn't exactly low. (c) You've now lowered your standard of what a good product should be like? :?
3. Having come from the HX4700...I KNOW the Universal graphics performance sucks. I used to be able to download DivX off the internet and play directly on the HX4700 without further conversion/encoding. It's just NOT convinient if I have to re-encode those DivX just so that I can watch them on the Universal. The Universal is just INCAPABLE of doing this same task that another cheaper, older PDA CAN.
jaceuk said:
how long have you had the device?
its takes some getting use to but IMO it a first in a step in diffrent direction for PDAS.
If your looking for a normal phone and good camera try a samsung or nokia ,even these megs pix cams are never as good as a digi cam
but if your after a tiny laptop,mp3 player and net surfing on the move than its ideal
horses for courses as they say.nothing in life is pefect but you have to choose how to pick whats suits your own needs the best and make a compromise
this method also works with women :lol:
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Been using it for 2 months.
I don't need a great camera...I just need one that at the very least doesn't give me noise/bright pixels...which my (and other people's) universal is giving me a lot of.
The screen refresh/windows redraw on the universal is quite annoying, it's not snappy at all. It's like using those old S3 video card on your computer where you SEE the graphics being refresh on one area at a time :shock: .
To me, right now, the only thing that's keeping me from selling the universal is the keyboard. And that's, subsequently, means it's a bloody expensive keyboard.
I still don't understand why they release such a poorly thought out product out the door.
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Cool. My fish drowned.
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Sorry to hear that.
Did it drown in the hot water (hot weather)...or did a family member piss in the fish bowl/tank?
strange that you hate your universal... i love mine! probably because i dont care about the things you listed...
Chatbox said:
1. Damn Bluetooth on the Universal gives static to soooo many different Bluetooth headsets/handfrees.
2. The 1.3 MP camera quality is worse than my bloody webcam.
3. Graphics performance is not suitable for smooth full-screen DivX playback.
God damn HTC...Taiwanese company...Why do they release products that are so "crap"? The specs look good on paper...but the quality of the product is really questionable!
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Maybe you should ask yourself why you bought the phone/pda in the first place. Does it have all the functions that you need/want? As for performance... there are tweaks and stuff to speed it up a little. And the camera... i never have high expectations about camera's in devices where the main function is NOT taking pictures
Chatbox: I do agree that the hx4700 has a far superior graphics performance, but one must bear in mind that it was only a PDA rather than a PDA phone.
As for the price tag: nowadays you get large price tags for tiny devices, i.e. the smaller (hence not-so-good performance) the more expensive. You cannot expect an all-in-one device to beat every camera/phone/PDA. I am not trying to defend HTC or Microsoft, but I just want to point out that you get this in most types of product.
If you're not enjoying your Universal, you can consider selling it so that you can try something else. I live in Hong Kong and I know someone who would LOVE to buy a second-hand Universal for a reasonable price.
DON'T get the xda Atom series though! Quanta - the company who makes the Atoms - is not as good as HTC.
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Maybe you should ask yourself why you bought the phone/pda in the first place. Does it have all the functions that you need/want? As for performance... there are tweaks and stuff to speed it up a little. And the camera... i never have high expectations about camera's in devices where the main function is NOT taking pictures
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I guess it's good to have no/little expectation at times, especially in this case.
Let's see why I bought the Universal:
1. 3G capable phone.
2. APac region tri-band phone.
3. All contacts on one single device. No need to sync phone then sync PDA.
4. Portable device consolidation (PDA & Phone in one).
5. Keyboard.
6. VGA display (reasonable quality...crap performance though).
7. 802.11b supported
8. Bluetooth 1.2 (but have major compatibility issues...IT'S PICKY)
9. 1.3MP camera (It was supposed to replace my K750i's camera).
So, if I'm going to a new, different device, what are my options...if any?
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Biffert said:
Maybe you should ask yourself why you bought the phone/pda in the first place. Does it have all the functions that you need/want? As for performance... there are tweaks and stuff to speed it up a little. And the camera... i never have high expectations about camera's in devices where the main function is NOT taking pictures
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I guess it's good to have no/little expectation at times, especially in this case.
Let's see why I bought the Universal:
1. 3G capable phone.
2. APac region tri-band phone.
3. All contacts on one single device. No need to sync phone then sync PDA.
4. Portable device consolidation (PDA & Phone in one).
5. Keyboard.
6. VGA display (reasonable quality...crap performance though).
7. 802.11b supported
8. Bluetooth 1.2 (but have major compatibility issues...IT'S PICKY)
9. 1.3MP camera (It was supposed to replace my K750i's camera).
So, if I'm going to a new, different device, what are my options...if any?
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if you need all these you have no other options at the moment.
if you can live without VGA, htc hermes is out soon.
Hum...tempting...the Hermes is already available here in HK, if I'm not mistaken. It's the Dopod CHT 9000, right?
IMO I think:
1. the hardware is great
2. wm5 is good, far better than wm 2003.
if anyone/anything should be hated its the absence of rom updates. htc & operators/distributers are so fired up selling devices that they don't care about devices that have been sold. honestly, its only the devices that are sold most that gets the most frequent updates and even then its not enough. perhaps when ms releases microsoft update for windows mobile it will get good (not great
3.
Try to install TCPMP on you SD CARD instead of the phone. I heared it fix the problem of looking divx movies. On my MDA PRO the performance is great. I don''t have to reencode divx movies I downloaded , just copy and play.
vondutch said:
3.
Try to install TCPMP on you SD CARD instead of the phone. I heared it fix the problem of looking divx movies. On my MDA PRO the performance is great. I don''t have to reencode divx movies I downloaded , just copy and play.
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Thanks, but I've already tried everything there was to try before I came to my conclusion of how I feel about the unit. Such as: install on SD, run with and without XScalar, with USB plugged in, hardware VSync, no zoom...etc, even overclocked (That's just out of the question because the unit became even more unreliable than what it already was. I am looking for a rock solid PDA...or at least can handle one full week without restart/hang/pauses/jerks.)
It is just NOT SMOOTH...watch your videos carefully, very carefully.
As a result, I had to go out and buy a PMP to do the job (Archos AV500...for the curious ones). :?
get a laptop
then u will be happy
obviously the universal was not a smart buy for u
u are expecting desktop performance on a pocket pc phone plus u are watching too many movies and listening to too many mp3s. the universal is too serious a device. u need something more like a toy.
int.inc said:
get a laptop
then u will be happy
obviously the universal was not a smart buy for u
u are expecting desktop performance on a pocket pc phone plus u are watching too many movies and listening to too many mp3s. the universal is too serious a device. u need something more like a toy.
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Unless there's something wrong in my interpretation, you're saying a laptop is like a toy, and, a desktop performance can be found in a laptop(but the last time I checked, last weekend, there wasn't any hardware raid in any workstation class laptops from IBM nor HP). That, or your advice is warped. Or, you just haven't seen/experienced anything better from a PDA. Feel sorry for you that you can dream big, want more...and only settle for less.
I watch tv eps to and from work as I spend approx 1 hour each way on a daily basis. What's there better to do when you're on public transport? I don't really like sitting in front of the TV like a stone when I have other things to do at home.
Is Weird.... I Really love my UNIVERSAL ...... until I buy the 2nd one ....
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That's just out of the question because the unit became even more unreliable than what it already was. I am looking for a rock solid PDA...or at least can handle one full week without restart/hang/pauses/jerks.
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ram problem or bad software installed? mine is stable as rock. i don't even have any memory leaks.
Based on the GT-I9000 SGS for us outside the states, I've had a bash at comparing the Nexus to my Galaxy and put up the differences, improvements and disappointments to try and help anyone on the edge decide which phone is better for them:
http://technocrate.net/post/2680798304/google-nexus-s-uk-eu-review-and-galaxy-s-comparison
Conclusion / Summary:
SGS is better
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this is coming from a heavy user of both phones (me)
Nexus s: gingerbread and flash on camera
Galaxy s: fm radio, external sd card and HD recording at a higher frames per second.
Clear winner has got to be the galaxy s,
Note: missing an external sd is awful.
I Can't wait for gingerbread to hit the galaxy s
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AllGamer said:
Conclusion / Summary:
SGS is better
this is coming from a heavy user of both phones (me)
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Except Samsung make the software and... well. Samsung can't make software, a slight problem was my conclusion there. Using the Nexus for Navigation this week though has been flawless and immediate which is a treat.
chrisjcks said:
Nexus s: gingerbread and flash on camera
Galaxy s: fm radio, external sd card and HD recording at a higher frames per second.
Clear winner has got to be the galaxy s,
Note: missing an external sd is awful.
I Can't wait for gingerbread to hit the galaxy s
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Not a disagreement on the topic as it is personal but I have never, ever needed an external memory card. And the SGS is way better at video which I have actually got to post soon a proper side by side recording demo, but I really do not care. At all. An that struck me as odd..
I think not everyone needs video in HD and some people may claim they do then entirely ignore the function. I prefer battery life and call quality over 720p video. But this is a personal thing.
something that should be mentioned as well
the Samsung Nexus S DOES NOT have gorilla glass, it will break if you drop it the wrong way
the SNS has NFC (which i rather trade for a microSD support)
i ran out of space too many times already, it's really hitting a nerve
is very annoying to have to keep uninstalling stuff, to be able to try something new
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something that should be mentioned as well
the Samsung Nexus S DOES NOT have gorilla glass, it will break if you drop it the wrong way
the SNS has NFC (which i rather trade for a microSD support)
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Edited to re-include the GGlass thing, I had it in an early draft and forgot on the rewrite..
SD over NFC... I'm sort of with you, I don't use either. But the NFC has been amusing so far just to wave it over the security tags at work, it's vaguely possible something interesting will come of that and the developer community.
nailerr said:
Based on the GT-I9000 SGS for us outside the states, I've had a bash at comparing the Nexus to my Galaxy and put up the differences, improvements and disappointments to try and help anyone on the edge decide which phone is better for them:
http://technocrate.net/post/2680798304/google-nexus-s-uk-eu-review-and-galaxy-s-comparison
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Good article. Please fix the typos, namely differentiating between 'its' and 'it's' as they have completely different meanings.
matt310 said:
Good article. Please fix the typos, namely differentiating between 'its' and 'it's' as they have completely different meanings.
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Honestly, I never learnt any sort of language at school so this is mostly an amalgamation of what I have read and worked out since..
I shall certainly have a go. It's as in It Is and Its for possessive.
Ok that was at least a quick set of corrections. I fear there will be more to do in general though perhaps after sleeping some. Thanks for the pointer.
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Edited to re-include the GGlass thing, I had it in an early draft and forgot on the rewrite..
SD over NFC... I'm sort of with you, I don't use either. But the NFC has been amusing so far just to wave it over the security tags at work, it's vaguely possible something interesting will come of that and the developer community.
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Singapore is now conducting trials for NFC applications. Though right now the use is limited, but I foresee in the near future that NFC is going to find its use, perhaps even sooner than expected.
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i wouldnt get too bent out of shape regarding the sgs video recording.. i mostly use it in loud environments ie concerts and the video recording on the sgs is useless all you get is noise... anyone compare on the nexus s how recording is in loud environments.
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Singapore is now conducting trials for NFC applications. Though right now the use is limited, but I foresee in the near future that NFC is going to find its use, perhaps even sooner than expected.
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It's certainly going to see more use in some regions than others at first, outside those who have it now. Where I am it will probably remain a curiosity for the time being.
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i wouldnt get too bent out of shape regarding the sgs video recording.. i mostly use it in loud environments ie concerts and the video recording on the sgs is useless all you get is noise... anyone compare on the nexus s how recording is in loud environments.
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No but it is something I could try although it may have to be faked with my stereo.
I have some night time video and regular phone call recordings which I need to mix up and put on youtube or somewhere yet - tumblr is not too good at mixing multimedia into a text post apparently.
I am open to questions on the topic, it would help me add more in a follow up post later on. The idea is to help people make a choice, even if they decide an HTC or iPhone is best for them.
SGS video recording @ 720p is good although the audio stream is pathetic. Even when trying to shoot a video of my floorstanding speakers playing music, the audio statistics of the file generated are horrendous.
Last time i checked i got 62kbps bitrate and 32KHz sample rate. This is by no means 21st century stuff. Garbage.
Audio playback through headphones sucks majorly compared to my ipod. Makes me wonder why i chose this plastic piece of junk.
GPS is top notch, on my 6th replacement handset from orange...oh its something alright. The replacement i received this morning gives a slight pink/red tint when using the camera function, focussing on a white sheet of paper.
Should have gone for the iphone4, shoots great video with good sound, plays good sound, gps works...thats all i need. Oh and mic is clear for calls. I am by no means an Apple fanboy, i just want something that WORKS! Silly i know...
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i wouldnt get too bent out of shape regarding the sgs video recording.. i mostly use it in loud environments ie concerts and the video recording on the sgs is useless all you get is noise... anyone compare on the nexus s how recording is in loud environments.
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i'll try that on the next concert or public performance i get to visit
last time i tried it on the SGS, the sound was horrible, but video was crispy clear, even during Dawn
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Except Samsung make the software and... well. Samsung can't make software, a slight problem was my conclusion there. Using the Nexus for Navigation this week though has been flawless and immediate which is a treat.
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This is a ridiculous statement.
Don't get me wrong. It's 100% accurate. It's just that it's ridiculous that a company the size and stature of Samsung can't get their sh!t together when it comes to software. I should have know three years ago when I bought one of their LCD picture frames. Beautiful hardware, but the CD came with a virus on it!. That being said, I'd rather have a virus on my computer than Kies...
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nailerr said:
Except Samsung make the software and... well. Samsung can't make software, a slight problem was my conclusion there. Using the Nexus for Navigation this week though has been flawless and immediate which is a treat.
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This is a ridiculous statement.
Don't get me wrong. It's 100% accurate. It's just that it's ridiculous that a company the size and stature of Samsung can't get their sh!t together when it comes to software. I should have know three years ago when I bought one of their LCD picture frames. Beautiful hardware, but the CD came with a virus on it!. That being said, I'd rather have a virus on my computer than Kies...
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LMAO!
this is so true
It is true, it is insane and it is funny. Well less funny at the price we paid but you know.
It is because of this that I suspect if 2.3 is built for SGS it is not suddenly going to work properly especially since it would seem the filesystem is a big part of the performance.
Mind you, now Google is building the OS with Hummingbird in hand perhaps it will improve slightly by default?
Google Nexus S Complaints Grow, Android Gingerbread To Blame?
Tuesday, 11 January 2011 22:24 Kayla Adams .
The highly anticipated Google Nexus S which debuted recently has all but disappeared from the headlines despite the recent row of new Android smartphones unveiled at CES 2011. However the Android 2.3 Gingerbread smartphone has jumped into the spotlight once again for negative reasons.
Google confirmed reboot bug in Nexus S
The Google Nexus S, manufactured by Samsung, now apparently has a bug which causes the Android to reboot randomly. Google has gone ahead and confirmed the bug which in average causes Nexus S units to randomly reboot at least once every 48 hours. There are also complaints that the handset reboots during calls.
Android Gingerbread software glitch or a Samsung manufacturing defect?
Google engineer Ry Guy, states that the search giant is "in the process of investigating with Samsung" to find the cause of the problem which they managed to reproduce in their labs. Let's hope its not an Android 2.3 Gingerbread bug as many existing Android are looking forward to the upgrade.
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Source:
http://www.gizmocrunch.com/android/4715-google-nexus-s-android-gingerbread-complaints
I hope Samsh!t are at fault just because i want to see them take the heat for something, for once!
kunjar said:
Source:
http://www.gizmocrunch.com/android/4715-google-nexus-s-android-gingerbread-complaints
I hope Samsh!t are at fault just because i want to see them take the heat for something, for once!
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Not all handsets though. We had this as a major problem for SOME users around the world on the Galaxy S. Was fixed in 2.2.
I also had this on my Motorola Milestone, but so far the Nexus S has been running for 2 or 3 weeks with not a single reboot here.
Hi There,
I am new here, but have noticed a lot of people around the web having problems with the output volume of the SGS2's headphone port. I am told that this is because of a European Union Volume law for Portable Electronics. Whilst this is great for stopping kids burning out their eardrums, some of us use their phones in high-noise environments and/or use external speakers with the phone.
I have found that whenever I am riding my moped with headphones in and music playing on my Galaxy S2, I have been barely able to hear the music, let alone when I plug in my X-MINI II external speaker (which is usually extremely loud for it's size) the sound output has been disappointing.
TO fix it, you simply need to go to the Dialer and key in "*#*#197328640#*#1", then click on the following options:
[5]AUDIO
[1]NB (VOICE CALL)
[2]HEADSET
[1]VOLUME
[1]SRS Speech RX Volume
Then change the values of all those properties to between 88 & 100; do this by tapping one of them, pressing the menu key and pressing the "Key Input" softkey.
This solved the problem in my case, however I don't know if it works for everybody.
K1ngsk1n said:
riding my moped with headphones in and music playing on my Galaxy S2
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This forum just get worse every day.
K1ngsk1n said:
Hi There,
I am new here, but have noticed a lot of people around the web having problems with the output volume of the SGS2's headphone port. I am told that this is because of a European Union Volume law for Portable Electronics. Whilst this is great for stopping kids burning out their eardrums, some of us use their phones in high-noise environments and/or use external speakers with the phone.
I have found that whenever I am riding my moped with headphones in and music playing on my Galaxy S2, I have been barely able to hear the music, let alone when I plug in my X-MINI II external speaker (which is usually extremely loud for it's size) the sound output has been disappointing.
TO fix it, you simply need to go to the Dialer and key in "*#*#197328640#*#1", then click on the following options:
[5]AUDIO
[1]NB (VOICE CALL)
[2]HEADSET
[1]VOLUME
[1]SRS Speech RX Volume
Then change the values of all those properties to between 88 & 100; do this by tapping one of them, pressing the menu key and pressing the "Key Input" softkey.
This solved the problem in my case, however I don't know if it works for everybody.
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It has already been posted. Now fyi, that setting will be reset if you reboot the device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1069015&highlight=Volume+Boosting
Regards.
Whats wrong with riding your moped with your headphones on, the wind and engine noise is enough to not allow you to hear toffee, plus most drivers in cars are either texting there buddies in one hand, chatting with there missus with the other and scratching there arse with there other, whilst trying to circumnavigate a round about ridden hell hole in rush hour, then complain that there isn't enough road to swerve all over.
Only thing I would say "ONLY THING I WOULD SAY" shall I shout louder, but I had many of years riding an old moto guzzi which was louder then a loud thing, with my music blasting out megadeath ever day on my commute for three hours a day, has made me a little mutton Geoff to say the very least.
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Whats wrong with riding your moped with your headphones on
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Everything. If you'd seen as many moped/cycle/motorbike users as I have who have had to have their earphones surgically removed from their temporal and parietal bones, you would agree.
I'm sorry, I thought this was supposed to be a forum about phones, not Health and Safety. I really don't care what your opinion is about riding with headphones is, I do it and will continue to do so regardless of your opinion on the subject, just like the countless others like me. If you are going to go on about how unsafe it is to ride with headphones in you might as well speculate that all cars should have radios removed too.
Perhaps if we can keep this on subject, instead of having people trolling with their unneeded opinions.
K1ngsk1n said:
I'm sorry, I thought this was supposed to be a forum about phones, not Health and Safety. I really don't care what your opinion is about riding with headphones is, I do it and will continue to do so regardless of your opinion on the subject, just like the countless others like me. If you are going to go on about how unsafe it is to ride with headphones in you might as well speculate that all cars should have radios removed too.
Perhaps if we can keep this on subject, instead of having people trolling with their unneeded opinions.
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Impressive condescension for a 2-post wonder. And your "fix" has been posted several times here - the "search" button is your acquaintance.
Don't try to patronise me, I'm not trolling, and my opinion is as valid as yours.
im having the same problem with volume. it seems that fix is rather complicated but i will try it..
and so what if its been posted before. your comments on moped/mc/bike is irrelevant
certainly not needing a 'thanks' button. get us a uselessness button. im on vacation in asia, and theres a gazillion of bikes, and samsungs too. thats sheer numbers.
btw dr. dre's 'beats' doesnt put out much volume either, with the price tag on those the sensitivity could/should be better.
there must be some easier way to get volume boost/gain ? my headphones sennheiser mx-060 has a pretty good output sensitivity, only its like 10000km away atm. and dr. dre's beats are a waste of 500 dollars imo. but thats opinion again..
Try the app in my sig. Boosts headphone/headset volume considerably (doesn't work with speaker tho). You can also try Voodoo Louder from the Market for a 6dB boost.
back on PC. thanks mistabungle, i will check the sig and that voodoo louder app sounds like a +6db will quadruple the volume (+3db = double volume?) just hoping it wont be taken out on potential distortion.
btw, the dr. dre's 'beats' DO have ok quality, as i tried them on an ipod, theres nice volume and all. they're a bit overpriced, but the looks (red color) speak for themselves.
you might like these two awesome fanmade videos
pink cigarette
retrovertigo
On topic - subjective of course, but I find the beats dreadful.
And I've no distortion at all with Voodo Louder.
oh i forgot i dont use the sennheiser mx-060 (neckband headphones) anymore, they 'were' great but i guess i wore them out, the min jack connector started making problems too. The mx-060 had an awesome output as for volume/sensivity. At present I use philips SHE6000 (small earbuds) and those are great, slightly louder volume and ok quality for a cheap price.
as for those volume apps, is seems they all cost money? im running cyanogenmod 7 rom, and now im thinking there MUST be some roms that have increased volume? there's some talk about 'volume+ and other apps, but theres different 'reviews' on these volume increasing apps, some work some dont..
well, 'voodoo Louder' app that mistahbungle recommends, definitely seem to ask for money at first. hehe, its just very unlikely i'd pay for a thing like that.
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off topic but.. I would like to point out that EVERY danish mobile network provider has an insane price on data when out of europe (and the out of the country prices are pretty unfair as well)
100 crowns per megabyte (thats 20USD per megabyte). Should be forbidden, and it has to end its been like that for years. so the only real choice is to jump around on different wifis from airports, hotels, cafe's, libraries etc. or consider the SGS a camera or a MP3 player that really sucks, I hope other countries doesn't have a totally unfair pricing like that.
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as for those volume apps, is seems they all cost money?
Volume + is free and i find that it raises the sound level by about 3 on the volume scale .
But its not something i need as volume is loud at 50% on my phone .
jje
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well, 'voodoo Louder' app that mistahbungle recommends, definitely seem to ask for money at first. hehe, its just very unlikely i'd pay for a thing like that.
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If £0.50p bothers you (to support a developer) , then the low volume isn't bothering you enough.
I suggest you do nothing as your happy with how it is.
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Aerobotix said:
100 crowns per megabyte (thats 20USD per megabyte). Should be forbidden, and it has to end its been like that for years. so the only real choice is to jump around on different wifis from airports, hotels, cafe's, libraries etc. or consider the SGS a camera or a MP3 player that really sucks, I hope other countries doesn't have a totally unfair pricing like that.
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I hope I don't make you cry, but we get 6 Gigabytes of data here for 20 US Dollars. Sorry.
Voodoo Louder works great. Thanks
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If £0.50p bothers you (to support a developer) , then the low volume isn't bothering you enough.
I suggest you do nothing as your happy with how it is.
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are you a developer of paid apps . trhy im happys as is, i mean at the rate the battery drains, i think louder volume would cost some more battery.
okey in the context of data price half a pounds doesnt bother me. what bothers me i dont like to buy potential crappy paid apps. just because they're paid for doesnt mean they're any better than a free app. i tried some partly free volume apps that really sucked or were kinda buggy.
karendar, i dont cry, i carve teeth and stomp my feet in here we have 6gb (or was it 10) per month for 100USD. but when you cross the border we get ripped, so its like a grounding
looks like i should be updating firmare soon anyway, then i will try another volume app from bazaar
Aerobotix said:
are you a developer of paid apps . trhy im happys as is, i mean at the rate the battery drains, i think louder volume would cost some more battery.
okey in the context of data price half a pounds doesnt bother me. what bothers me i dont like to buy potential crappy paid apps. just because they're paid for doesnt mean they're any better than a free app. i tried some partly free volume apps that really sucked or were kinda buggy.
karendar, i dont cry, i carve teeth and stomp my feet in here we have 6gb (or was it 10) per month for 100USD. but when you cross the border we get ripped, so its like a grounding
looks like i should be updating firmare soon anyway, then i will try another volume app from bazaar
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Voodoo louder is by fellow xda developer supercurio, if it's sound related - trust this guy.
Unlike free apps, voodoo sound increases volume without distortion or weird sound. (such as just increasing bass whilst actually lowering mid-highs)
I can't force you to try it, but it's 0.50p & there are countless reviews to prove its efficiency.
It offers a 6db increase, & is not comparable to rubbish sound apps such as volume+
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K1ngsk1n said:
Hi There,
I am new here, but have noticed a lot of people around the web having problems with the output volume of the SGS2's headphone port. I am told that this is because of a European Union Volume law for Portable Electronics. Whilst this is great for stopping kids burning out their eardrums, some of us use their phones in high-noise environments and/or use external speakers with the phone.
I have found that whenever I am riding my moped with headphones in and music playing on my Galaxy S2, I have been barely able to hear the music, let alone when I plug in my X-MINI II external speaker (which is usually extremely loud for it's size) the sound output has been disappointing.
TO fix it, you simply need to go to the Dialer and key in "*#*#197328640#*#1", then click on the following options:
[5]AUDIO
[1]NB (VOICE CALL)
[2]HEADSET
[1]VOLUME
[1]SRS Speech RX Volume
Then change the values of all those properties to between 88 & 100; do this by tapping one of them, pressing the menu key and pressing the "Key Input" softkey.
This solved the problem in my case, however I don't know if it works for everybody.
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what do these settings (0_lvl, 1_lvl, 2_lvl, ... ) actually mean ? Thanks~
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I want to increase the volume of ringtone, what setting should I change? Thanks~
I spoilt my included earbuds.
not too sure about headphones but I mainly use earphones.
I am using the Klipsch S4A (~100$) designed for android compatibility as well as it works for the Note since some/most of the mic bundled with the 3rd party earphones(which may label to work with ipod/iphones) does not get recognized by the galaxy series.
also have an app to customize the button gestures (tho dont expect it to be as seamless as earphone controls with the ipod/iphones)
technical aside, the earphones are very comfortable, while the base is good.
I mainly use it to listen to some FLAC, mp3, podcasts, movies, audiobooks etc
Sony Ericsson HBH~IS 800 stereo headset.
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Sony Ericsson HBH~IS 800 stereo headset.
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I'm cleaning my keyboard when I get home!
if you use them solely for Galaxy Note, anything not too expensive will do, never ever buy expensive buds for Galaxy Note(or other smartphone), totally not worth it. I tried to use my Shure SE425 and Westone 4R on Note and pufff...sounds like turd, the output of the Note just not sufficient for higher end earphones, the sound lost a lot of focus and punch and clarity.
Westone 4R and Shure SE425 are already pretty easy driven earphones among the other higher end earphones.
maybe get something around or under $70, if you want the earphones with mic cord, I suggest you try Ultimate Ears UE600vi or Klipsch S4A are pretty good.
If you want bluetooth headphones, I can't recommend the Motorola S305's enough. I absolutely LOVE them, and having them be wireless really gives you a wonderful sense of freedom and simplicity. They aren't going to match high end Klipsch of course, but they still sound pretty darn good, and they have great battery life.
Phonak PFE 122
I seriously didn't think that type of clarity was possible from the S2 or the Note. Only thing lacking was a bit of base but with a decent seal on the ear piece, it provides enough for my music taste
Soundstage, instrument separation, etc were literally one of the best i've heard and i've had plenty
I'm using Klipsch Image S4 (Standard). I want to use it across all of my gadgets. The sound is awesome, still trying to burn them in. Without doubt, S4 is the best!
Thanks for the reply everyone. Do you think it's a good idea to get an external amp to say if I get a Westone UM3x?
SAlmighty said:
I'm using Klipsch Image S4 (Standard). I want to use it across all of my gadgets. The sound is awesome, still trying to burn them in. Without doubt, S4 is the best!
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i had the S4 prior to PFE 122 and there is no comparison between the two.
Bass is a bit punchier but muddy compared to PFE122 but anything higher is a night and day between the two
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Thanks for the reply everyone. Do you think it's a good idea to get an external amp to say if I get a Westone UM3x?
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no, as Note don't have line out port, if you use headphones amp, it would be amplifying after the phone's preamp, which already sucked out all the goodies. not worth it.
it sound like turd with my W4R, can't think of a reason it would sound good on UM3x.
if you really want high quality playback, use a better source, like iPod classic
darkinners said:
no, as Note don't have line out port, if you use headphones amp, it would be amplifying after the phone's preamp, which already sucked out all the goodies. not worth it.
it sound like turd with my W4R, can't think of a reason it would sound good on UM3x.
if you really want high quality playback, use a better source, like iPod classic
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suggesting an ipod over cowon players for a high quality playback is quite interesting for someone with um3x or w4r
IPod classic is pretty good and it's has large capacity. At least good enough to drive my se425 and w4r.
Your argument is like why get cowon while you can get hifimam? and this argument goes on.
I just saying iPod classic is not bad. Won't let your easy driven buds down, that's all.
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IPod classic is pretty good and it's has large capacity. At least good enough to drive my se425 and w4r.
Your argument is like why get cowon while you can get hifimam? and this argument goes on.
I just saying iPod classic is not bad. Won't let your easy driven buds down, that's all.
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lol at hifiman
I had the 602 and sold it and got the j3 in its place
You prefer hifiman over colorify? At those price tags, colorify seems a little better
specially for a digital music player, no one seems to be better at features sets than cowon
darkinners said:
no, as Note don't have line out port, if you use headphones amp, it would be amplifying after the phone's preamp, which already sucked out all the goodies. not worth it.
it sound like turd with my W4R, can't think of a reason it would sound good on UM3x.
if you really want high quality playback, use a better source, like iPod classic
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ahhh. in that case, i'll just get the Brainwavz B2 or UE700.
i the sound output is fine with poweramp + equalizer with SE530.
Majority of senns worked fine with the sgs2 and note. and btw cowon is the best.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-H800-Wireless-Headset-Mac/dp/B005FY619K/ref=pd_sim_sbs_ce_46
these serve me pretty well for my note.
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Featherbeard said:
If you want bluetooth headphones, I can't recommend the Motorola S305's enough. I absolutely LOVE them, and having them be wireless really gives you a wonderful sense of freedom and simplicity. They aren't going to match high end Klipsch of course, but they still sound pretty darn good, and they have great battery life.
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are they really loud? i got the http://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-H800-Wireless-Headset-Mac/dp/B005FY619K/ref=pd_sim_sbs_ce_46
but seem like they not loud enough plus need neck bands
Anyone thinking their Note isn't loud enough, try using Poweramp, install voodoo louder and you'll be in for a nice surprise.
I use this setup with my Shure 415 in ear with custom molds.
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What are you talking about?
I thew away the iphone when I listened to S2 and Note with my precious Senhhs MM-550.
Iphone cannot drive them and the listening experience is.. well.. mediocre.
I plugged them then to the Galaxy S2 with Poweramp as a music player with full eq, gain and vol bas settings and it blew mind and ears!!! Best sound ever!!
Please believe me. I was about to give the 550s back when S2 appeared..
Now I'm using the note and the music experience is exactly the same: PERFECT!!
Once you go bluetooth, you don't want to go back.
Hello,
Please post headphones that you know of that have remote/playback/volume controls that work with the Nexus 4.
The previous thread got filled with expensive ****, so this thread is intended for regular consumers who want something affordable and compatible with the N4.
LG QuadBeats LE410 which are the ones the Google Play store sell.
One button Beats By Dre Studio works just fine!
i think those that google play sells should be ok
I am currently using a pair of "AURIA Exceed Sports Earphones (2013 version)" which seem to work well with the Nexus 4. Also fairly cheap at around $40 (shipping to the UK was another story though...)
The main reason I went for the headphones was the volume slider which works with the Nexus 4. While probably not quite as efficient as directly controlling the devices volume, however as the N4 doesn't support more than one button on the remote the volume slider does the job. The inline remote also as a mic and single button which works to pause/resume music etc.
The other benefit from my point of view is that the earphones are the older style of in ear ones - ie they rest in the outer part of the ear, rather than having a bit that sticks right into the ear. Personally I find this more comfortable and it also allows me to retain some situational awareness when out walking/jogging. I know some people prefer more noise isolation though!
Jabra Sports are great, but they are towards the pricey side. You can get them from T-Mobile for $78. I use them everyday and they are superb. I never have to take my phone out to change songs or make a call.
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KOSS Porta Pro.
I bought and I'll test.
but I do not have any problem.
Griffin woodtones work awesome .. Also sound great
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Azarin said:
I am currently using a pair of "AURIA Exceed Sports Earphones (2013 version)" which seem to work well with the Nexus 4. Also fairly cheap at around $40 (shipping to the UK was another story though...)
The main reason I went for the headphones was the volume slider which works with the Nexus 4. While probably not quite as efficient as directly controlling the devices volume, however as the N4 doesn't support more than one button on the remote the volume slider does the job. The inline remote also as a mic and single button which works to pause/resume music etc.
The other benefit from my point of view is that the earphones are the older style of in ear ones - ie they rest in the outer part of the ear, rather than having a bit that sticks right into the ear. Personally I find this more comfortable and it also allows me to retain some situational awareness when out walking/jogging. I know some people prefer more noise isolation though!
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I've heard a pair of 'a-Jays' (not sure which one) playback controls work with the N4, when configuring their app. Anyone can confirm?
Any noise cancelling (active or passive) around ear headphones? Does the Sony's headphones work well with Nexus 4? Thanks
Brainwavz R1 is not bad
Gemichi said:
Any noise cancelling (active or passive) around ear headphones? Does the Sony's headphones work well with Nexus 4? Thanks
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The headphones that came with my Sony Clerks Arc do NOT work with N4. Mic is trying to connect continually and awaking Google now search, and sound is awful mono. I bought the lg red edition ones... Worse sound, but they work.
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Gemichi said:
Any noise cancelling (active or passive) around ear headphones? Does the Sony's headphones work well with Nexus 4? Thanks
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I'd recommend the Audio-Technica ATH-M50 unless you have very large ears. Then go with the Sennheiser HD280 Pro.
abe in space said:
I'd recommend the Audio-Technica ATH-M50 unless you have very large ears. Then go with the Sennheiser HD280 Pro.
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I'm not really sure if my ears are big or not...I had a Bose AE2 before and when I wear it, the top part of my ear is touching the inner top of the headphone.
Gemichi said:
I'm not really sure if my ears are big or not...I had a Bose AE2 before and when I wear it, the top part of my ear is touching the inner top of the headphone.
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The M50's pads are similarly sized, with a slightly different shape. If the fit of the AE2 was uncomfortable, the M50's fit probably would be too.
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The M50's pads are similarly sized, with a slightly different shape. If the fit of the AE2 was uncomfortable, the M50's fit probably would be too.
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Maybe all I need is to adjust the head band. The most I concern about is the noise cancelling. Active noise cancelling always do a better job, but have you tried using it on a bus? and how was it?
Never fails, "any headphones with volume support?" 30 responses and 1 has volume support :rofl:
And as far as I know there aren't any without going bluetooth.
Dear contributors, first post is pretty clear : do you know any earbuds that support volume control + remote and if possible available for a fair price ? Please stop polluting this thread by saying you just bought earbuds and "will report" or that you "don't know" if those earbuds you happen to like are compatible. To be honest most of us don't care since we can't use these informations in any way
Here's my contribution:
Volume control works with these earbuds since it is analogic. They were quite pricey when prime time a few years ago but you can get them for dirt cheap now. Apart from volume control and mic/button, they feature nice things (decent sound, tangle free invisibleshield coated cord, pouch, clever management system ...). I ordered myself a set and got them a few weeks ago. Here's a review with some pics that in my opinion says it all. I found sound quality to be very OK without of course being mindblowing (though clearly comparable to earbuds $20 more expensive i owned). The real highlights here are the clever cable management system and compatible volume control. If you need to know anything else, just ask _ I would totally recommend them for the $27 price tag !
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Deeco7 said:
I've heard a pair of 'a-Jays' (not sure which one) playback controls work with the N4, when configuring their app. Anyone can confirm?
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I have a-jays four (this is the top of the range version). Playback control works as is with google music and every other music app i tried, without requesting any extra app via central button. Sadly no support for volume control though, even with dedicated apps _ volume buttons signals are not compatible with Android. So i wont say they are fully compatible with our phone.
Can someone recommend a earpiece with solid microphone?
I had tried jay one+ but the mic not very good(too soft on the other end).
_Johnito_ said:
Sadly no support for volume control though, even with dedicated apps _ volume buttons signals are not compatible with Android. So i wont say they are fully compatible with our phone.
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Is that a fact? For the years that I've had android phones I never really looked into the issue, I've seen people say there were hardware incompatibilities but if the ability to recognize headphone volume controls is actually absent from the OS that is a bit pathetic. I thought some of the HTC and samsung handsets offer this though, so do they bake it into the OS?
edit - I just checked the S4 and it does support volume control, at least with samsung buds, doesn't answer whether or not android natively supports it but it is at least capable.