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Current Iphone 4 user. This phone is shot, home button barely works and no WIFI or GPS anymore. I am eligible for an upgrade via AT&T and plan to stick with them due to a 20% discount. I have a nexus 7 tab and I love the thing, jelly bean rules IMO. I don't want another iphone due to the "same old" feeling and paying $40 for a damn cable is stupid IMO. Should i wait out and buy this thing? Money isn't an issue due to working tons of OT from hurricane sandy. I was even wondering if I can buy this, and keep my AT&T upgrade for a phone in spring 2013. LTE 4g is heavy in my area.
My main uses for a phone
txting
pictures> Avid fisherman and quality shots really mean a lot to me as my iphone 4 still takes a damn good photo
music Storage is limited on this phone however I have the same on my iphone 4 and survive fine. Google music is plenty as is OTG cable
talking
random apps (droid suites all my needs except for a few)
Battery life isn't the end all however nice. I have 1amp chargers in home/work/truck/boat.
Thanks guys, a new phone is all i'm really looking forward to right now as Long Island is a really depressing area right now.
Should fit you well, go for it!
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If you already like jellybean and are ready to buy a phone now, do it. Do it and be happy.
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If you already like jellybean and are ready to buy a phone now, do it. Do it and be happy.
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I might, I really need to play with it first, i'm not going to buy anything without having it in my hands for a good 10-15 mins or more.
The camera and LTE are making me nervous. My ISP provides over 50,000 access points to its customers (i'm an employee in tech support) so WIFI is covered more than LTE.
The camera better be pretty damn good, photosphere sounds cool and I have a few idea's, however the regular "snapshot" is what I need.
Considering buying this to play with during the winter, and using my upgrade for the Samsung galaxy s4 when it comes out in february, if I can do that.
I'm still on the fence on picking this or the HTC One. So what was the selling point of the S4 to you that made you leave your HTC device behind? I seem to change my mind once a day. I had both phones at one point in my cart ready to pull the trigger but just can't decide.
I had the HTC One, got it on release, I returned it and got the SGS4 and am sooooo glad I did. I don't know if I had a dud or what but I wasn't getting strong LTE Signals with the One that I had with my SGS3, got the 4 and I have ZERO issues! Also, the no removable battery and no sd slot really bothered me with The One.
I'm coming from the 3vo and after 4 HTC devices in a row, it was time to make the switch to a phone which will get timely OS and "fix" updates as well as immediate source code drops.....something HTC has never done. I also wanted removable storage and battery.
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I'm coming from the 3vo and after 4 HTC devices in a row, it was time to make the switch to a phone which will get timely OS and "fix" updates as well as immediate source code drops.....something HTC has never done. I also wanted removable storage and battery.
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Good to see you here.hopefully I'll have mine wensday
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Good to see you here.hopefully I'll have mine wensday
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You too man! I'll have mine shortly after you. I'm gonna hold off just a bit til a better price appears somewhere. Whether it be Best Buy, radio Shack, Amazon, or even Sprint itself.....someone will have will have it for $199 before June. Seeing some great devs posting in here. Thinking the dev community here as well as the phone itself will be phenomenal.
I was on the fence for a while as well. It seems like to me the most important difference is the speaker on the One. Either way both phones are amazing. I don't think there is a wrong choice.
I came from an EVO 4G LTE. I really wanted to get the One when it was first announced, but when I played with one in the store, it felt too similar to my EVO (size, screen size).
I've never had a non-HTC Android device and thought it would be refreshing to try Samsung out for the next year or so.
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I was on the fence for a while as well. It seems like to me the most important difference is the speaker on the One. Either way both phones are amazing. I don't think there is a wrong choice.
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I don't think the HTC is amazing. Too many sacrifices made for the aluminum. Such as weight, size, slimness, and lack of 5" screen even though it's the larger phone. It might find a small niche group of fans but it's not as premium as the iphone so you're getting the best of nothing.
Been a long time HTC person (started with my mogul), but my EVO LTE wouldn't get 4G at my house while other phones did.
Got the S4 and now I have 4G at home.
As you can tell I have an HTC one. I have had all HTC phones for as long as I can remember, well except for the Palm Pre. I have a Samsung Note 10.1 that I would never give up, I say that because I am not brand loyal.
Here is my take original Evo great phone Samsung couldn't touch it. Evo 3d underwhelming to me probably could have gone with Samsung whatever it was that year and been happier. Evo LTE vs S3 chose the evo for no real reason other than well all my other phones were HTC.
Now HTC one vs S4. Screen size 4.7 vs 5 to me no real difference. OLED vs lcd to my eyes Lcd just looks more realistic. I am an avid photographer and I can't stand the OLED colors. I know this can be adjusted to some degree but I still prefer Lcd. Cameras as I said I am a photographer and if there is a chance I am going to take a picture I will have a real camera with me. For the occasional Facebook photo or kid photo either does fine. Build quality polycarbonate vs aluminum, I think the aluminum looks nicer. I don't put cases on my phones so the way it looks is the way it looks.
Functionally the s4 has a lot of cool gimmicks but none of which to me have practical application. Software I will be rooting and installing custom roms on either device so it is not that important.
I chose the one purely on look and feel in my hand. I think either one is really a great phone and you can't go wrong with either.
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As you can tell I have an HTC one. I have had all HTC phones for as long as I can remember, well except for the Palm Pre. I have a Samsung Note 10.1 that I would never give up, I say that because I am not brand loyal.
Here is my take original Evo great phone Samsung couldn't touch it. Evo 3d underwhelming to me probably could have gone with Samsung whatever it was that year and been happier. Evo LTE vs S3 chose the evo for no real reason other than well all my other phones were HTC.
Now HTC one vs S4. Screen size 4.7 vs 5 to me no real difference. OLED vs lcd to my eyes Lcd just looks more realistic. I am an avid photographer and I can't stand the OLED colors. I know this can be adjusted to some degree but I still prefer Lcd. Cameras as I said I am a photographer and if there is a chance I am going to take a picture I will have a real camera with me. For the occasional Facebook photo or kid photo either does fine. Build quality polycarbonate vs aluminum, I think the aluminum looks nicer. I don't put cases on my phones so the way it looks is the way it looks.
Functionally the s4 has a lot of cool gimmicks but none of which to me have practical application. Software I will be rooting and installing custom roms on either device so it is not that important.
I chose the one purely on look and feel in my hand. I think either one is really a great phone and you can't go wrong with either.
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I think this was said just about perfectly. I am in the same situation as you. I have been with HTC since the windows mobile vogue (touch) and have had all the evo's starting with the original. My only brief time without an htc android device was the samsung moment. That experience alone weighed heavily on whether I would ever buy another samsung product. It was complete garbage.
I debated hard on which to choose between the One and the S4. I currently use the evo 4g lte but decided to go with the s4 this time. I like how light the s3 is compared to the evo. I wear a suit to work most days and refuse to use a holster. The Evo lte seems a bit heavy. I love the look and feel of the One but will end up putting it in a case so that makes it almost moot.
A few other deciding factors were the sd card, removable battery and (believe it or not) the location of the power button. That always bothered me with htc phones. I'm still waiting for my costco preordered s4 to arrive. I'm expecting to thoroughly enjoy it but if I don't, I'll exchange it for the One.
We'll see.
I came from an htc evo and evo 3d. So I partially just wanted to try something new but here are the other reasons that I chose the S4:
Removable battery(I usually have a phone for 2 years and I had to replace the battery in my evo 3d after about a year and a half)
Fast wall charger
GG3(never use screen protectors and have never had a scratch on any of my phones)
Larger Battery
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You too man! I'll have mine shortly after you. I'm gonna hold off just a bit til a better price appears somewhere. Whether it be Best Buy, radio Shack, Amazon, or even Sprint itself.....someone will have will have it for $199 before June. Seeing some great devs posting in here. Thinking the dev community here as well as the phone itself will be phenomenal.
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Yeah I know I'm excited the only thing I'm waiting for is sprint to have it in the store
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I currently have a EvoLTE but after playing with both the One and S4 I decided on the S4. Plus before the S4 even came out in the states it already had a great selection of cases which in my opinion the EvoLTE never had.
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I'm coming from the 3vo and after 4 HTC devices in a row, it was time to make the switch to a phone which will get timely OS and "fix" updates as well as immediate source code drops.....something HTC has never done. I also wanted removable storage and battery.
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I am also a deserter of HTC after 10 years if dedication and countless phones I am jumping ship due to the inability for HTC to ever release a single source code NOR ever a timely update. I am hoping my decision to switch will be concrete before the 14 day return period. Currently I am in a battle with sprint over their 90 day sim unlock policy that I feel is unfair to consumers. The biggest reason I left is due to the lack of a removable battery and no micro sd expansion on the one.
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Yeah I know I'm excited the only thing I'm waiting for is sprint to have it in the store
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I was in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area yesterday and picked mine up at the local store. When I called on a whim expecting them to say it was not available in the stores for another couple weeks boy was I surprised when they told me they had both the white and black in stock. Any who's that's how I got my black mist one.
Well, I decided to go with the HTC One. It came down to price ([email protected] plus $20 gift card) and a few other things but most importantly price. I won't wish this forum good bye yet since I have 14 days to see if I regret my decision, if not I wish you guys the best and although we're not phone brothers we an be Android cousins at the very least.
For those that have a problem with OLED colors being over saturated, you can set the screen to movie mode to dial it down a little. I forgot where I read the article, but if you Google it you might be able to find it. A display firm compared the S4 to the iPhone 5 and said that in movie mode, the color representation was on part with the iPhone.
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You too man! I'll have mine shortly after you. I'm gonna hold off just a bit til a better price appears somewhere. Whether it be Best Buy, radio Shack, Amazon, or even Sprint itself.....someone will have will have it for $199 before June. Seeing some great devs posting in here. Thinking the dev community here as well as the phone itself will be phenomenal.
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I went to my sprint store to get the phone. The sales rep apparently REALLY needed to sell some accessories so he dropped the price of the phone to $199 and sold me the charger and extra battery for my wife's note 2 for $50.
Apparently the reps at corporate stores have the ability to lower the price if they really want to.
I've been using HTC phones for almost 10 years, started with Windows Mobile phones. Sadly I think HTC has lost their way a little bit.
No removable battery, no SD card, and this version of Sense is a trainwreck. I loved my Evo LTE but the battery was a killer just couldn't make it work.
I'm adjusting to Samsung, so far I love the ability to easily root. The hardware is nice but not as polished as the HTC phones. Basically I chose the SUV over the sports car this time.
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I've been using HTC phones for almost 10 years, started with Windows Mobile phones. Sadly I think HTC has lost their way a little bit.
No removable battery, no SD card, and this version of Sense is a trainwreck. I loved my Evo LTE but the battery was a killer just couldn't make it work.
I'm adjusting to Samsung, so far I love the ability to easily root. The hardware is nice but not as polished as the HTC phones. Basically I chose the SUV over the sports car this time.
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+1. I chose the S4 because HTC is going the "IPhone" route as I call it with the non removable battery and no sd card. I am adjusting to the Samsung phone as well but so far so good and the battery is INSANE! I watched a 30 minute video on YouTube and lost 2% on the battery.
I personally will not because it's just wayyyy to ridiculously big in my opinion lol. The new features look pretty damn sick though not gonna lie!
Multitasking on the Note 3
Scrapbook on the Note
S-Finder on the Note 3
Gamepad on the Note 3
I highly recommend watching the new multitasking, I PRAYYY that we get that, looks pretty damn cool!!
Agreed, just far too big to consider for a phone I'd be willing to carry around. Nice features, and I'm sure it's a great device. But I'm not into Phablets.
If I was due for an upgrade would for sure consider it just because of hardware/functionality. Think I would get used to the size as long as the screen looks nice. However, with the S4 and Note 8 I would not be gaining much if anything.
Not me. While I would love to own one, I don't hate money enough to pay full price for a relatively marginal upgrade three months after getting a phone I am very happy with.
My upgrade date is in December. I'll probably sell the S4 and get a Note 3 then. I think it looks amazing, expecially the multitasking features, not to mention the Snapdragon 800 and 3 gigs of ram. I don't mind the size at all.
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Videos made me want it more. I must have it. Give it to me now.
I'm extremely happy with my S4 but will definitely take a look at the Note 3. It's a bit big but the features that they have shown in their promo video seems like something I could use.
I'm on that beast the day it's released. The Note 3 is more powerful than most laptops. Love everything about it and finally Samsung increased the internal storage along with everything on the phone. After market accessories will be a plenty. Thank You Samsung.
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I'm with ya. I'm trying to sell my phone and accessories in preparation for the release.
I personally wont be getting it but my wifey and mom will be picking them up. The size doesn't really matter for them since they carry their phones inside their purses.
As for me, I'm gonna wait for the redesigned S5.
Gonnna wait for samsung galaxy s5.. or nokia if they ever come out on the sprint carrier
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Well I have 3 lines and I get all the upgrades so my s4 will be off to my gf and I be getting the note 3 . I might have to wait til christmas to get it because the xbox one will consume much of my play money.
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I'll stay with my S4 it does everything I need it too already. Multitask already have a app for that, Gamepad I use ps3 controller with the sixaxis app, etc etc...
It looks like a a pretty sweet ride, but for what I need my phone for it's just way too big.
The s4 is borderline too big to carry in the environment I work in!
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I'll probably be switching to Note 3 when Note 4 is released
I was already at two and a half years on the Epic 4G Touch, patiently awaiting an upgrade to the note 3. Well two weeks ago I got the blue light of death (hard bricked) on my old 4G Touch. So I had to go for another phone and thought I would be very happy with the s4. Well wouldn't you know it two days after I have my s4 reading on XDA of all the awesome customizations and tweak apps I can install on the phone I was very happy that is until the Note 3 specs came out. The rep that sold me the S4 extended my exchange time by 15 days until the 25th of September. He said to contact him or come in before that date and he would extend it again then when the note 3 comes out around October 1st or 2nd he will exchange me into that phone at no charge and swap all accessories I have already purchased for the s4. I really want to note 3 but it is a huge beast to carry around in a working environment and play environment also but I think I'm going to go for it.
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It's a very nice device. Nice looks and feel. A Samsung rep brought one into to my work, Best buy a couple days ago. The back feels like leather and the front has kind of a wood grain or brushed look and the one he had, black was actually a dark black not like the S4.
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I was already at two and a half years on the Epic 4G Touch, patiently awaiting an upgrade to the note 3. Well two weeks ago I got the blue light of death (hard bricked) on my old 4G Touch. So I had to go for another phone and thought I would be very happy with the s4. Well wouldn't you know it two days after I have my s4 reading on XDA of all the awesome customizations and tweak apps I can install on the phone I was very happy that is until the Note 3 specs came out. The rep that sold me the S4 extended my exchange time by 15 days until the 25th of September. He said to contact him or come in before that date and he would extend it again then when the note 3 comes out around October 1st or 2nd he will exchange me into that phone at no charge and swap all accessories I have already purchased for the s4. I really want to note 3 but it is a huge beast to carry around in a working environment and play environment also but I think I'm going to go for it.
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I hope you have that in writing. Sprint is notorious for lying.
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I hope you have that in writing. Sprint is notorious for lying.
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Seems we think alike, I ask the rep if he was going to put that in writing, he printed out a receipt with the new Exchange date, and I've been taking notes to keep them honest. I'll post an update in this thread after a successful exchange to the note 3.
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DAMN this phone looks cool as hell... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t14-tjTcdsU#t=362
My Google/Samsung Nexus was just bought back from Square trade, so I'm looking for a replacement phone.
I've ordered a Galaxy Nexus 4 but am having 2nd thoughts (Paid $250+s/h/tx so about $282 or so).
I've seen USED Galaxy S4's on craigslist and ebay for the $400 range and the Note 2 for a little more.
And I can get the Google / Samsung S4 for $649 through the play store, but can't really justify paying $400 more.
Any advice?
If I can't cancel the order, is it worth refusing shipment or sending it back at the cost of shipping?
This is obvious since you asked in a Nexus forum, the answer is also obvious if you ask in a Galaxy forum.
It's up to you. Have you used a Galaxy S3 or S4 before? Are there features from the S4 that you desired like better camera, removable battery or microSD slot? I think the S3 or S4 is better for most people.
I prefer the Nexus 4 since I like the stock Android experience, gets update faster, pentaband 3G radio, not worrying about locked bootloader. Also I like the nicer build of the Nexus 4, not a fan of Samsung build quality lately.
Nexus because Samsung releases a new phone every second and the older models won't get updates or very late.
I can tell from experience.
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Thanks guys for the reply.
Just 2 concerns about the GNex 4:
1) I hate that it has an internal, non-replaceable battery. Does this bother you? How IS the battery life anyway?
2) I'm really upset that otterbox doesn't make a defender case for this. I'm really concerned about cracking the screen (again). Any recommendations on a really good case close to the defender
3) Anyone who owns a GNEX 4 and an S4? Is there a HUGE difference in quality, speed, etc. that justifies paying $200-$300+ more?
Thanks guys
Brad
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Nexus because Samsung releases a new phone every second and the older models won't get updates or very late.
I can tell from experience.
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bpollina said:
Thanks guys for the reply.
Just 2 concerns about the GNex 4:
1) I hate that it has an internal, non-replaceable battery. Does this bother you? How IS the battery life anyway?
2) I'm really upset that otterbox doesn't make a defender case for this. I'm really concerned about cracking the screen (again). Any recommendations on a really good case close to the defender
3) Anyone who owns a GNEX 4 and an S4? Is there a HUGE difference in quality, speed, etc. that justifies paying $200-$300+ more?
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Brad
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You ordered a phone without knowledge and it's not a galaxy nexus its a NEXUS ⁴..wtf
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A great case I bought is the acase supper legga pro. It is a rubber case with a plastic shell and is very protective yet not to thick. It had sacred my phone twice already.
As for the battery.. Just don't have a ton of crap running in the background and you will be fine. If you are tally a heavy user then get a portable charger and you week so save hundreds of dollars.
Great phone and I'm sure you will love it. I came from a Galaxy myself and have never looked back.
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My Google/Samsung Nexus was just bought back from Square trade, so I'm looking for a replacement phone.
I've ordered a Galaxy Nexus 4 but am having 2nd thoughts (Paid $250+s/h/tx so about $282 or so).
I've seen USED Galaxy S4's on craigslist and ebay for the $400 range and the Note 2 for a little more.
And I can get the Google / Samsung S4 for $649 through the play store, but can't really justify paying $400 more.
Any advice?
If I can't cancel the order, is it worth refusing shipment or sending it back at the cost of shipping?
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look i tell u i ahd a s4 before it was simply horrible i sold it to my brother and got nexus 4 and im FREAKING HAPPY whit it jsut loveeee it at least dont get s4 if u dont want nexus!! but im telling u if storage not a big deal this is just freaking awesome else..! u ahve to but another phone xperia z ultra or anything i loved the z ultra btw sadly no rooting for now!!
I have both gs3 and nex4.
Like mentioned already, camera, extendable storage, swappable battery are the common pro's for the Samsung line, along with other pros and cons.
The performance difference is night and day. The n4 has more spark to it. Gs3 are laggy at times and have the annoying "stutter" while swiping thru homescreens or dock pages.
Not to mention bloat ware.
Battery life on the n4 is not that bad like people make it seem. Mine is fresh out of the box and get 4.5 hours screen time and 12.5-13hrs on time. Using it normally, browsing the net and what not.
Screen quality is also different, meaning better on the galaxy s3 as far as details. But the n4 has more of a natural picture. Easy on the eyes and outdoors, wow crisp and bright vs the gs3 outdoors was impossible to see the screen without cupping hand over it to block sun. The gs3 has this "yellowish" tint when compared side by side.
Style, n4 is beautiful, sexy, slick, it will draw attention. Not like the gs3 and gs4 that 7 out 10 people have it already.
Sound quality, n4 has good call and loud speaker sound, gs3 wins this one also. Gs3 much louder and better quality. Not a deal breaker to me.
Woah didn't realize the length of my post Lol. I will cut to the chase, Nexus 4 ftw! Galaxy s3 is officially retired and will be used as spare.
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My Google/Samsung Nexus was just bought back from Square trade, so I'm looking for a replacement phone.
I've ordered a Galaxy Nexus 4 but am having 2nd thoughts (Paid $250+s/h/tx so about $282 or so).
I've seen USED Galaxy S4's on craigslist and ebay for the $400 range and the Note 2 for a little more.
And I can get the Google / Samsung S4 for $649 through the play store, but can't really justify paying $400 more.
Any advice?
If I can't cancel the order, is it worth refusing shipment or sending it back at the cost of shipping?
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I have an S4, but long thought about a Nexus 4 like you for $250. I originally didn't get a N4 because I had a GNex and I didn't see much difference spec wise besides the quad core and photosphere. Both had a 2100mAh battery. IMO, you did alright. You got a new N4 for $250. I'm kinda burnt out on Nexus so the S4 is a nice change. TW isn't as bad as I thought, the 13meg camera is fantastic and the 2600mAh battery holds up great. If you hadn't gotten the N4, I'd say spend another $150 for the S4, but since you have the N4, I think you'll be fine. At least you get the latest updates from Google, not so with Sammy...
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bpollina said:
My Google/Samsung Nexus was just bought back from Square trade, so I'm looking for a replacement phone.
I've ordered a Galaxy Nexus 4 but am having 2nd thoughts (Paid $250+s/h/tx so about $282 or so).
I've seen USED Galaxy S4's on craigslist and ebay for the $400 range and the Note 2 for a little more.
And I can get the Google / Samsung S4 for $649 through the play store, but can't really justify paying $400 more.
Any advice?
If I can't cancel the order, is it worth refusing shipment or sending it back at the cost of shipping?
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Heh I just posted a similar question I had about Nexus 4 vs HTC One. I had ordered the Nexus too along with a Seidio case. Now I'm contemplating if I should get the HTC One instead. Have you decided?
Nexus 4 best bang for the buck phone right now imo. If you're not worry about money maybe an HTC One.
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Thanks everyone
Thanks everyone for your kind words.
I've decided to go with the GOOGLE Samsung Galaxy S4 for $650 for the following reasons:
1) Squaretrade gave me $599 so I may as well spend it while I have it
2) I *REALLY* need a good camera for mystery shopping
3) Replaceable battery
4) Google version (https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=samsung_galaxy_s4) because I can get another squaretrade warranty AND get the latest updates a la nexus
5) I can get an otterbox defender case for it
I went to see it today at Radio Shack and the rep had one himself on Sprint.
He showed me that not only is the display 1080p, it shoots video in 1080p!
He said you can download blueray movies off the play store and transmit it wirelessly to a flat screen TV with a USB dongle thingy IN 1080P blue ray quality! That's pretty cool!
He also said it has a built-in "power saver" mode that saves lots of battery life when the added power is not needed.
And the screen is absolutely GORGEOUS!
Google said all I have to do is refuse shipment and they will refund everything.
bpollina said:
Thanks everyone for your kind words.
I've decided to go with the GOOGLE Samsung Galaxy S4 for $650 for the following reasons:
1) Squaretrade gave me $599 so I may as well spend it while I have it
2) I *REALLY* need a good camera for mystery shopping
3) Replaceable battery
4) Google version (https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=samsung_galaxy_s4) because I can get another squaretrade warranty AND get the latest updates a la nexus
5) I can get an otterbox defender case for it
I went to see it today at Radio Shack and the rep had one himself on Sprint.
He showed me that not only is the display 1080p, it shoots video in 1080p!
He said you can download blueray movies off the play store and transmit it wirelessly to a flat screen TV with a USB dongle thingy IN 1080P blue ray quality! That's pretty cool!
He also said it has a built-in "power saver" mode that saves lots of battery life when the added power is not needed.
And the screen is absolutely GORGEOUS!
Google said all I have to do is refuse shipment and they will refund everything.
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Sounds like u made the right decision. What's the difference between from Google and retail store?
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Sounds like u made the right decision. What's the difference between from Google and retail store?
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Retail store is MORE (typically $699) and locked to the carrier, but most importantly the GOOGLE version is just like the NEXUS line -- gets the updates immediately upon release and not dependent on the manufacturer!
I figure if I put it in an otterbox defender case and take care of it, I should get at least two maybe three years use out of it!
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Sounds like u made the right decision. What's the difference between from Google and retail store?
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Google Edition ROM vs touchwiz Rom.
bpollina said:
Retail store is MORE (typically $699) and locked to the carrier, but most importantly the GOOGLE version is just like the NEXUS line -- gets the updates immediately upon release and not dependent on the manufacturer!
I figure if I put it in an otterbox defender case and take care of it, I should get at least two maybe three years use out of it!
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Man i had no idea they sold those in google play store.. Im a newb since i dont buy phone frequently
baseballfanz said:
Google Edition ROM vs touchwiz Rom.
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bpollina said:
Retail store is MORE (typically $699) and locked to the carrier, but most importantly the GOOGLE version is just like the NEXUS line -- gets the updates immediately upon release and not dependent on the manufacturer!
I figure if I put it in an otterbox defender case and take care of it, I should get at least two maybe three years use out of it!
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Hmmmm.... Half right. Google just supplies the source code early to the manufaturer. Samsung/HTC (Depending on the device) still handles all the updating, but Google makes them work a little faster and they get to bypass the carriers. Thats why they usually get updates a little later then the Nexus phones.
bpollina said:
Thanks everyone for your kind words.
I've decided to go with the GOOGLE Samsung Galaxy S4 for $650 for the following reasons:
1) Squaretrade gave me $599 so I may as well spend it while I have it
2) I *REALLY* need a good camera for mystery shopping
3) Replaceable battery
4) Google version (https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=samsung_galaxy_s4) because I can get another squaretrade warranty AND get the latest updates a la nexus
5) I can get an otterbox defender case for it
I went to see it today at Radio Shack and the rep had one himself on Sprint.
He showed me that not only is the display 1080p, it shoots video in 1080p!
He said you can download blueray movies off the play store and transmit it wirelessly to a flat screen TV with a USB dongle thingy IN 1080P blue ray quality! That's pretty cool!
He also said it has a built-in "power saver" mode that saves lots of battery life when the added power is not needed.
And the screen is absolutely GORGEOUS!
Google said all I have to do is refuse shipment and they will refund everything.
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Just a note for your own knowledge...
Just because its a Google edition device doesn't guarantee it will be updated like a Nexus. Google edition devices are nothing new and updates are handled my the phone manufacturer not Google.
The N4 also shoots video in 1080..
Your other reasons are obviously your opinion and glad it helped you with your decision .. However to me the N4 screen and camera look great. I have compared to new devices and I just don't see it.. I also don't see why everyone downs on the N4 camera.. I've taken some damn nice pics with it.. But that's my opinion.
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bpollina said:
Thanks everyone for your kind words.
I've decided to go with the GOOGLE Samsung Galaxy S4 for $650 for the following reasons:
1) Squaretrade gave me $599 so I may as well spend it while I have it
2) I *REALLY* need a good camera for mystery shopping
3) Replaceable battery
4) Google version (https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=samsung_galaxy_s4) because I can get another squaretrade warranty AND get the latest updates a la nexus
5) I can get an otterbox defender case for it
I went to see it today at Radio Shack and the rep had one himself on Sprint.
He showed me that not only is the display 1080p, it shoots video in 1080p!
He said you can download blueray movies off the play store and transmit it wirelessly to a flat screen TV with a USB dongle thingy IN 1080P blue ray quality! That's pretty cool!
He also said it has a built-in "power saver" mode that saves lots of battery life when the added power is not needed.
And the screen is absolutely GORGEOUS!
Google said all I have to do is refuse shipment and they will refund everything.
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Sounds like you fell for the salesman mumbo jumbo, haha. However, you obviously like it so that's good.
You've played the system well, so far, but there's one final step... in a couple of weeks sell the s4 and buy the Nexus 5.
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.
maatus said:
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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