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i got a nexus s Is the galaxy nexus worth the upgrade

I'm really tempted to buy the galaxy nexus but I got a nexus s and
This phone still on some boss **** ice cream sandwich just turned this to a
new Phone so the question is should i upgrade and import my unlocked
Nexus for 700$ and just keep my nexus s in my collection or just stick with what I got and
Wait for the next one that will most likely be 1080p screen quote me on that .
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At this point I would say save your money. Use what u have for a few months. The galaxy nexus is nice...but there are more powerful phones out currently. I'm losing all my concern for ics.
My vote, save your money.

I was in same boat. But now that I see how well ICS runs on the NS, it is like having a new phone. Just gonna hold onto it. Maybe get the next Nexus while all my friends are one year into their Galaxy Nexus contracts and can't upgrade

I don't think Galaxy Nexus is that much better than the Nexus S, especially considering the price tag. If you're going to upgrade go with Galaxy S II, its cheaper and has a better screen. Once rooted, its the same as GN

I was also tempted to upgrade to the GNexus, but after ICS I am not that tempted anymore. I am considering wait for the next Nexus (after having two non-Nexus phones I refuse to buy anything that is not a Nexus).

Keep the good feed back coming!!!

There's no real benefit upgrading imho. Especially if it's a 2y contract. Right now I'd take a payout instead of a new phone if it was my turn to prolong the contract.
No new OS, no new uberly good hardware. At the end the price is also a deciding factor. For a small upgrade, not worth it imho.
But in the end this is the Nexus S forums, some bias has to be expected

if you already own the i9020, i can say it's not worth the upgrade to i9250
wait for something better
if you read over the GN i9250 forum a lot of people have mixed feeling about that phone
or at least wait until the price drop do like $200~$300 before getting it
by then most of the bugs and problems should have either been fixed by Google or by the XDA community

IMHO, it's worth the upgrade.
Out of the box, the Galaxy Nexus is speedier and has a more beautiful screen than Nexus.

Not worth it right now. Wait a couple of months and the price on the GN is going to drop like a rock. Just like did with the NS.
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I bought my nexus s unlocked so I ain't got no contract
But I feel they could of done better with the galaxy nexus
Nexus s still go hard

I think most people agree that it's an incredibly warranted update.
It's bigger and badder in every way.
Whether or not it's $700 worth it is another store though.
The NS still holds it own when it comes to mobile phones.
I'd say it's not quite there yet to the point where you NEED to get one.
Maybe in a year when Samsung releases the Galaxy III S it'll be a good time to upgrade.

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I bought my nexus s unlocked so I ain't got no contract
But I feel they could of done better with the galaxy nexus
Nexus s still go hard
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I'm gonna have to agree with this!

Just enjoy what you have for now and in a couple months pick up a used one for half.
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I don't think Galaxy Nexus is that much better than the Nexus S, especially considering the price tag. If you're going to upgrade go with Galaxy S II, its cheaper and has a better screen. Once rooted, its the same as GN
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Better screen? How so, because its samoled + vs samoled? In person and go the naked eye the screen on the gn is far better than the sgs2.
tapa tapa tapa

Ive just received my GN!!! Its incredible. For me, its worth the change. Awesome screen, awesome power inside. I've ICS on my NS since Saturday, and its more-less the same. However, I can say that the FEEL of it is NOT the same.
I would say, just go to a shop and see the screen. Put your NS beside, and then decide.
Have fun!

Wouldn't trade my NS for any other phone on the market right now. Have read way to many mixed reviews about the GN to even consider that thing.
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I got my GN for over a week. It's true that it's not a huge upgrade from NS, especially now it also has ICS. Screen is bigger and it's quite faster though. My only gripe is the screen is not as good as NS.
If you want the best and have money to blow, go for it, otherwise wait a while till you can get it cheap. If you are tight on money, definitely are smarter things to spend your money on.
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For not that big of an improvement, I would hold off. As usual things are changing quick, use your upgrade for the one after!
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yeah $700~$800 for a minor upgrade... it's a very expensive decision if you ask me
do you feel like spending that much money for an extra core in the CPU and a 720 resolution screen
which by the way is causing many Apps incompatibilities until the Apps developers releases a newer version of their Apps to support 720
that's another thing to consider
but like other have said, if money rains from the sky for you, then go get it

Selling my Verizon Samsung Fascinate

Hey Guys, I'm selling my totally mint condition Verizon Samsung Fascinate. I still have the box plus extras batteries and chargers. PM me for more details.

What did you end up replacing it with? I'm just curious to see what devices people are moving on to after their Fascinates

I haven't decided yet. I can get a Samsung Galaxy S II for free (1.5GHz Dual-Core Snapdragon)... I'm seriously looking into that. the GS3 is still $200 with a 2 yr contract, so not sure If I have the money for that one. I'm just switching Service providers... cuz Verizon sucks.

Just my own .02 feelings,,,, i can't see shelling out $200 for an S3. A free S2 ain't bad cuz it's got great support, but it's only a small step above our fassy.
I've been looking at the g nexus... Then again i have to buy outright and use page plus/Verizon that and I'm super cheap spirited on this subject
Not sure what's between gn and s3 that's worth the cash, of the s3 were a bit more stable I'd say it would be a great buy but to much inconsistency on that one,,, I'd be temped though at off contract pricing but that is my max max $$$ for a phone , yes it a phone...
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The Nexus 4 is a great phone if you're gonna go to a CDMA+ provider... otherwise I'd hold off until the S4 drops. That's my plan at least The S2 isn't a big upgrade from the Fassy and the S3 is going to be dust in the wind when the S4 hits. If you need something now then the Galaxy Nexus is cheap and would be better than the S2

Unfortunately, the Galaxy Nexus is only available on Verizon and isn't available on AT&T or T-Mobile, but T-Mobile does have the Nexus 4 for $200... and they both have the GS3 for $200, which again, I don't have the money, so it's either the Galaxy S II or HTC One X which is impressive except for the non-removal battery and no Micro SD...
... decisions decisions.

Ah yeah that's right. For some reason I though the GNex was across all carriers.... I know that not having an sd slot sucks and no removable battery also sucks, but the One X will run circles around the GS2 in pretty much every way (mostly just cause it's a newer phone obviously). Support is great for GS2 though and that might be a deal breaker depending on where development support for the One X is... tough choice man.
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Also, it might just be worth saving up for a few more weeks/months for that sweet Nexus 4... it is one hell of a phone for the price

The thing is with me is I don't do a lot of things with my phone. I was even thinking about going to a dumb phone cuz Verizon's plans are outrageous, but I may check my bank account on the web, and take an email or two. Mainly I text, and stream an occasional Netflix movie. That's it.
Free is a big word for me right now. With the GS2 on AT&T, I can drop my plan a good $20, get a free phone that does everthing I need it to do. Front facing cam for Skype. 8MPxl cam for awesome pics and videos. Dual-Core CPU, HDMI out which is very cool, and tons of XDA dev work.
So, I get a free upgrade, Save $20 per month, get Jelly Bean 4.2 custom Roms... I think I can deal with that for the next 2 years. Hell... my fassy had me going for almost 4 good years. Pluse I like the feel of the GS2... not much difference from the Fassy in hand.
I'm trying to talk myself into it. IDK yet... I just don't know.

Yeah you make some valid points there, and if money is really that tight then perhaps the GS2 is exactly the deal you need right now. The only thing the One X may have an advantage with is the screen, since some people prefer the LCD over AMOLED (I don't) so if you do watch netflix or stream video you may want to jump for the One X if development is good enough and you perfer the screen on the One X. I'm partial to Samsung myself, but try not to enter fanboy territory and keep my options open to all suppliers out there. Since you seem to value longevity like I do, I actually think the extra horsepower in the One X will serve you better in the long term. The main reason I'm even waiting to grab the S4 is I know it's specs will last me for many years to come, and like you I actually don't do a ton with my phone other than browse the web, text, watch youtube, and occasionally play a game or 2.
Here I just did a quick youtube search for you that should help you decide:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPOTKhlmo7o

I've actually seen this video. I've decided not to sell just yet. Verizon has made me an offer on the GS3 that I can't pass up... all I have to do is wait until May, and I get an extra $50 discount. So I'll have to keep my fassy for a little while longer. Peace

Fascinate is a great buy for anyone holding out for the S4!!!
That's what I'm doing.
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lambflirta said:
Fascinate is a great buy for anyone holding out for the S4!!!
That's what I'm doing.
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when is that supposed to come out? My upgrade is in June (Verizon). I've heard that they'll be announcing it sometime before that, but when are they releasing it?

Rumors of mid April to early May have circulated.
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Have note 2 but love htc one. Good or bad decision

When htc was produced good handsets I loved them and always bought htc but unfortunately I then discovered Samsung .
I have a note 2 which is awesome . Battery is fantastic and the screen is excellent but I've seen a few reviews on you tube for the htc one and am so tempted but I don't know if it will be a bad decision.
Will the one hand anything my note 2 won't ?
I love the 5.5" display on my note but am ok about going down 0.8" as we all know size isn't important
I can get £250 recycle for my note 2 which means I lose just over the same amount as ive had my note 2 since launch. I can get a payg on three for £475 and the launch models are usually unlocked and unbranded or £520 off amazon but don't know if it's with the extra dosh.
Oh help me please my wife thinks I'm daft wanting the latest thing but the htc one looks awesome I just don't want to regret the decision if I get one
Thanks
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I'm in the same boat as you and I'm strongly considering the One. But I'll wait for user experience first before deciding on getting one. I suggest you do the same since all the questions we have about the device will be answered then. If battery life is acceptable and there's no problems with the device I'll get it for sure. It's definitely the sexiest phone I have ever seen
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You trying to say you are married but u love other women as well but u don't want to leave your wife? Difficult situation! coz your have to choose between loyalty vs love
Tough decession for you? He he he . Just jocking
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onlinejobwork said:
You trying to say you are married but u love other women as well but u don't want to leave your wife? Difficult situation! coz your have to choose between loyalty vs love
Tough decession for you? He he he . Just jocking
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My wife is lucky lol my only vice is technology I love samsung but hate the way they push out updates . I am debating the note 3 but it will be too big and the s4 is made of plastic.
I might wait for a month or so to see what the htc one is like in the flesh but want it now cos its so god damn sexy.
Oh what do I do . Im hoping my local p4u store has a display so I can look at it and then decide. The only thing stopping me is the fear of a poor battery like the one x and one x plus
I usually buy straight away but my little gremlins are telling me to wait a while
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Its at least about 4 other threads with Note 2 users..
im a note 2 users as well and im bored and want the latest and greatest.. but i suggest just wait to see what Samsung announces next week.
HTC done the same thing last year and Samsung ended up topping them. so we would have to see what happens this time, its just best to wait for a few more days.. you'll still have time to sell your note 2 regardless since the HTC One doesn't release till the 22nd people are saying.
im getting the HTC One but i am not selling my Note 2 for it.. not worth it.. no matter how old it is.. might consider selling it for the Galaxy S4 or Note 3

I'm in the same position. I could hold on to my Note 2 and get the One on upgrade in a couple of months, sell the note 2 for about €450 and cover the extra €150 to buy the one on release then save my upgrade for later.
Regarding the Samsung updates, my girlfriends Vodafone branded SGS3 updated to JB ages ago. I got sick of waiting for my Vodafone branded one x to update to JB so I just sold it.
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My last phone was a note 2 and I sold it in order to get the xperia z initially but now I am getting the One.
Btw mancuk29, why not sell your note 2 instead of recycling. You can get more than 250 for selling it.

The Note II is practically flawless, so don't jump for the One's looks and HW just yet, wait for the first few weeks of user feedback to see it's issues. I'd only switch for practical reasons say you want a smaller phone, don't care about the sylus, plastic is falling apart etc., but do not jump for style over substance reasons, make sure you'd be better off with the One and the investment it worth it. There are few perfect devices on the market, the Note II is one of them.

R89SONY said:
My last phone was a note 2 and I sold it in order to get the xperia z initially but now I am getting the One.
Btw mancuk29, why not sell your note 2 instead of recycling. You can get more than 250 for selling it.
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I had thought of selling it , they are going for around £350 on ebay but then there is 15% ebay fee to consider and then 10% paypal which works out at £87.50 so I would make £12 more . Im lining ebays and paypals pockets .
I might hold off till june / july so any issues are sorted or any complaints come out .
The problem is that if I see the one ill buy it so need to steer clear of phone shops for a few months !!!
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The Note II is practically flawless, so don't jump for the One's looks and HW just yet, wait for the first few weeks of user feedback to see it's issues. I'd only switch for practical reasons say you want a smaller phone, don't care about the sylus, plastic is falling apart etc., but do not jump for style over substance reasons, make sure you'd be better off with the One and the investment it worth it. There are few perfect devices on the market, the Note II is one of them.
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Then the note 2 and s4 will be released and I'll go through it all again lol.
I am happy with my note 2 but mobile phones is like a drug .....
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Hey, it's up to you in the end and the One looks One awesome product. But I do read a lot of honest ex-NoteII users missing that great battery life so that's one expected compromise.

mancuk29 said:
I had thought of selling it , they are going for around £350 on ebay but then there is 15% ebay fee to consider and then 10% paypal which works out at £87.50 so I would make £12 more . Im lining ebays and paypals pockets .
I might hold off till june / july so any issues are sorted or any complaints come out .
The problem is that if I see the one ill buy it so need to steer clear of phone shops for a few months !!!
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I used to sell a phone every year on eBay but their fees have got ridiculous now. In the last year I've bought and sold 3 phones using online classified ads. No fees, no hassle (if you disregard the scam artists that are on eBay as well).
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mancuk29 said:
I had thought of selling it , they are going for around £350 on ebay but then there is 15% ebay fee to consider and then 10% paypal which works out at £87.50 so I would make £12 more . Im lining ebays and paypals pockets .
I might hold off till june / july so any issues are sorted or any complaints come out .
The problem is that if I see the one ill buy it so need to steer clear of phone shops for a few months !!!
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I only use gumtree to sell products, as I heard about ebays selling fees. I fetched 390 for my note 2 on February 1st.

Might put it on gumtree . The only thing which is slowing down my impulses is the battery as I've been spoilt with the note 2 and get a day and bit out of my note 2
Why can't htc put a bigger battery in then it would be decision made grrrr
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I 'm sure after getting hands on real device you love it more than N2 and P4u update their recent review in which they mention that battery life is really good but I personally think N2' battery life is bit better but more or less H one's bettery life will not be disappointing, you have to compare and choose between three major factor large vs 4.7 screen , plastic vs metallic body, standard audio/video vs better audio/video shooting
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Guys, i agree the htc one is very beautiful, all metal and all, but seriously how many of us carry their mobiles without a case/cover? If i were u, and the size and weight of note 2 were not an issue for me, i dont think i would have let go of the n2 for one. N2 screen does look amazing. For me its just too big.
I love the one, specially the looks, but i guess i will keep my hox for atleast a few months, till proper user feedbacks and comparisons with hox are available. Again, i have kept my hox protected in a cover since day one, and it has helped tremendously in surviving a few falls.
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I wish I bought all my phones from you (the OP). £250 for a Note 2 is a bargain.
I personally think you'll be in for a shock when you see how much smaller the screen is. I think the drop in battery life will put you off too.
But at the rate you buy phones it's not a problem I suppose. If you decide you don't like it you can always upgrade to the Note 3 when it's out.

mancuk29 said:
Will the one hand anything my note 2 won't ?
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You'll pick-up:
A brighter, higher res display (LCD = more realistic colors and less contrast [greyer blacks])
HTC's new camera approach (4MP vs. 8MP on the Note and 13MP on new high-end phones)
Zoe to capture and manipulate images in a new way
Dual amplified front facing speakers
BlinkFeed to view news and social sources on the lock screen
A more premium feeling device made from metal vs. plastic
A faster SoC/GPU
An IR port to control your media devices
Sense which has a more modern and integrated "feel" than TW
You'll lose:
S Note, S Pen, airview, multiview
A 5.5" SAMOLED (more vivid colors, better outdoor visibility, blacks=black) display and return to a 4.7" display that was last year's standard
Some app compatibility until developers modify their programs to support 1080P displays
All the non-S Pen related TW features like motion and voice controls and Smart Stay/Rotation
A huge swappable battery
Cheap expandable and swappable storage up to 80GB
The ability to update to the latest official ROMs using Odin without voiding your warranty
Wireless charging (if you're even using it)
AVRCP 1.3 to show title/track/artist when using A2DP and possibly the ability to direct dial calls via BT (you still couldn't in Sense 4+)
For people that bought the N2 without planning to use its expanded features it was probably not the greatest choice in the first place. I replaced my Teg3 One X with it solely for those additional features. Otherwise, a 5.5" phone is a pain in the ass to use. If people bought it for the larger display then, unless they've changed their mind, the One and SGS4 aren't really equivalent. Since you didn't mention features and did mention you don't care about a smaller display than any of the "newer and shinier" devices coming out will fit the bill. And at 12" away you won't notice the difference between 1080P and 720P because the human eye with 20/20 vision can't resolve the additional detail at that distance and beyond no matter how much everyone swears they see a difference.
http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2012/10/1080p-on-a-smartphone-screencan-it-possibly-matter/

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And at 12" away you won't notice the difference between 1080P and 720P because the human eye with 20/20 vision can't resolve the additional detail at that distance and beyond no matter how much everyone swears they see a difference.
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Very true. I had a look at the Sony Xperia Z in a shop and could not tell the difference in sharpness between it and any other 720p phone in the shop. My eye sight is very good too.

I think the One is the Most promissing htc phone ever.... I just Sold my Note 2 a week ago And now im Using an oooold Nokia Till my One is shipping .... I Love Sense

[Q] S4 $200 or S3 for $10? beating a dead horse

Sorry all for brining it up again. I've got a dual core Evo 3D that's struggling along and finally can upgrade. Can people comment on the real world difference between the S3 and S4? I figured many S4 owners are previous S3 owners. I can get the S3 for $10 or S4 for $200, both under contract. Just trying to justify the price difference really. I consider resale on the device too, but figured I wouldn't get an additional $190 in resale when my next upgrade is available, pointing me back at the S3.
I don't play any performance intensive games, mostly use mapping and web browsing. I might actually watch videos now that I might have some reliable 4G LTE performance where I am. So far with Wimax 4G it was pointless to try and my 3G failed me as it does with most.
Thanks.

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Sorry all for brining it up again. I've got a dual core Evo 3D that's struggling along and finally can upgrade. Can people comment on the real world difference between the S3 and S4? I figured many S4 owners are previous S3 owners. I can get the S3 for $10 or S4 for $200, both under contract. Just trying to justify the price difference really. I consider resale on the device too, but figured I wouldn't get an additional $190 in resale when my next upgrade is available, pointing me back at the S3.
I don't play any performance intensive games, mostly use mapping and web browsing. I might actually watch videos now that I might have some reliable 4G LTE performance where I am. So far with Wimax 4G it was pointless to try and my 3G failed me as it does with most.
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S4 has a newer processor and better gpu and some more features that I think will be ported to s3 too. If you are not a gameplayer I would recommend you s3 as its still a good device.
On the other hand if you want a good device with plenty of updates take a look also for HTC one and Sony xperia z as they are great devices and much better from s4 or s3.

The S4 will definitely have more resale value than the S3 down the line. As far as making a choice between the two, its either you want the newest and better or the older and still good. I recommend checking out some YouTube videos comparing the two.

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The S4 will definitely have more resale value than the S3 down the line. As far as making a choice between the two, its either you want the newest and better or the older and still good. I recommend checking out some YouTube videos comparing the two.
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I will take a look at youtube, thanks. In 2 years time, do you really think the S4 would get $190 more than the S3? I thought even the S2 gets reasonable resale still.
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S4 has a newer processor and better gpu and some more features that I think will be ported to s3 too. If you are not a gameplayer I would recommend you s3 as its still a good device.
On the other hand if you want a good device with plenty of updates take a look also for HTC one and Sony xperia z as they are great devices and much better from s4 or s3.
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I'm not a fan on HTC at the moment so I'll pass on that. My wife has the S3 so I want to stick with a Galaxy of some sort.

The only thing about the S3 is that in two years when your contract is up it will be a 3 year old device. That's a long time in tech. The S4 is essentially twice the processing as the S3 and a bigger battery with a Hd screen etc. I would save money and get the better phone. Also I've seen the S4 on wirefly.com and amazon for $150. Just shop around. Sprint will be the most expensive. Prices change daily so keep your eye out.
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The only thing about the S3 is that in two years when your contract is up it will be a 3 year old device. That's a long time in tech. The S4 is essentially twice the processing as the S3 and a bigger battery with a Hd screen etc. I would save money and get the better phone. Also I've seen the S4 on wirefly.com and amazon for $150. Just shop around. Sprint will be the most expensive.
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I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.

mtnbkr said:
I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.
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I have owned the S2, Galaxy Nexus, S3 and now the S4. I bought the S4 off contract after trading in my S3 to Best Buy for $262.50, I paid $385 out of pocket. The main reason why I love the S4 is the hardware. The battery is phenomenal, the screen is beautiful and it's light and looks better. Also better antennas etc. Not to mention it's a beast on the inside so I know whatever new apps or whatever Android 5.0 brings this phone will handle no problem. It's got a whole year of innovation and technological advances behind it. Idk, I would just wait a little bit and you will see the S4 for $150 sometime soon.
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This thread has some pricing info http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2283861
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Think about it like this. App developers are developing to support faster hardware. Who knows what you're favorite app will be in a year & if the S3 will support it?
The S4 is packed with more goodies in nearly the same size container as the S3, including larger screen, processor, battery, and RAM.
The S4 is entirely worth it. I was the first in my office to get one, now 3-4 others have it after seeing it.

mtnbkr said:
I will take a look at youtube, thanks. In 2 years time, do you really think the S4 would get $190 more than the S3? I thought even the S2 gets reasonable resale still.
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That depends on where you sell it and your area. Condition it's in etc. No resale value is ever set in stone.
mtnbkr said:
I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.
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It's $150 at bestbuy. You think your current phone is slow? Add 1GB of ram to it and you have an s3. Then think two more years down the road. It would be better to get the S4 yes. But is it better for the money? That is a question only you can answer for yourself since its your money.

Stealyourface said:
That depends on where you sell it and your area. Condition it's in etc. No resale value is ever set in stone.
It's $150 at bestbuy. You think your current phone is slow? Add 1GB of ram to it and you have an s3. Then think two more years down the road. It would be better to get the S4 yes. But is it better for the money? That is a question only you can answer for yourself since its your money.
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I got the S4 at release date, and I definitely go with the S4. You'll definitely get your money back with the S4, I sold my S3 on Craigslist for 315 cash the day after the S4 came out and actually made money with my upgrade.
If you get the S3, it'll hardly be worth anything with a resale as it'll be two gens behind when you try to sell it one or two year in the future. Plus you'll have a much much easier time selling the S4 then you will the S3 then. I can honestly say the S4 is a huge upgrade, it's just simply better in every category even if it's not visibly evident.
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[Q] would you recommend getting this phone now?

The title says it all. Mostly considering future proofing.

maatus said:
The title says it all. Mostly considering future proofing.
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It's still a great phone and considering the S5 will be released shortly it should drop a little in price, so will be great value. Depends on what you're after as well. The nexus 5 is great value as well and you know with buying a nexus you'll be getting updates for a while yet.
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In terms of money this is a good time.

gsmyth said:
It's still a great phone and considering the S5 will be released shortly it should drop a little in price, so will be great value. Depends on what you're after as well. The nexus 5 is great value as well and you know with buying a nexus you'll be getting updates for a while yet.
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I got the s3 the first day it was released. When the s4 came out it didnt seem like it was worth the extra buck but now its around 370€ which is not bad. The s5 didnt meet my expectations. The only thing bothering me is whether the s600 would get me going for the next two years.
G2 is the same price now as the s4 but I am not too fond of LG and the back buttons. Also the z1 compact is on my mind but I am not too sure about the design.

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I got the s3 the first day it was released. When the s4 came out it didnt seem like it was worth the extra buck but now its around 370€ which is not bad. The s5 didnt meet my expectations. The only thing bothering me is whether the s600 would get me going for the next two years.
G2 is the same price now as the s4 but I am not too fond of LG and the back buttons. Also the z1 compact is on my mind but I am not too sure about the design.
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This is my first Samsung, I seen a few friends with the S3 and wanted one. I still like the look and design of it than the S4, the rounded edges feel nicer and the screen smoother at the sides, as the S4 has more of a rim around the edge. But Im really impressed by it and haven't got the upgrade itch for the s5.
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dont buy this one. buy HTC one or nexus 5. both are cheaper and better made. nexus 5 ensures you get the android update instantaneously. Samsung put too much crappy bloatware apps that slows down your mobile despite you use them or not. BTW i haven't yet received 4.4.2 update on my mobile which nexus mobile received like 4-5 months ago. Buying this phone was a mistake that i made and most likely my next phone will be nexus 6 or iphone 6

If you are set for buying a Samsung and Android then yes, this is the right time. The price is decent, and knowing S5 basically sucks well the rest is self explanatory. Nothing is future proof however, let alone S4.

I have to go with the nexus, it just has a smooth simple experience right out of the box, my s4 is more laggy for some reason except when using cyanogen, the camera and functions is great but I think it shouldn't compromise user experience.I have the i9505 and nexus 4 and for some reason the n4 is just more pleasant as a daily driver, been reliable and smooth since i bought it while my s4 requires some tuning, trial and error

I always thought I would NEVER need to root my s4 but once I did and started using echoe roms I don't regret doing it or having a Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 in my life.
I can say this is the best phone I've ever had In my life...
P.s. I've had about 12+ phones in my life over the past 12+ years starting with a Nokia 1600. Calling and only receiving text messages No sending of text messages at all...
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