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Serious Camera Improvements with 1.29 OTA!

Just read this article about the 1.29 OTA which is currently rolled out (sorry, it's in german): http://www.androidpit.de/htc-one-update-fotos
(you see before and after pictures, with after on the right)
I knew that HTC did something to the camera software, but I didn't expect the results to be THAT different, looks awesome! Like the author says, it looks like "the gray veil has been lifted"!

HTC One updated with camera enhancement suite and more in Europe
• Improvement to sound capture with Zoe
• Noise reduction in slow motion movie capture
• Improved color reproduction and dynamic range (reduced over-exposure in non-HDR images) in certain conditions
• Fix to display correct ISO in EXIF information when ISO settings are manually changed by the user
• Improved system performance and stability
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Again, the update will bring your device to version 1.29.401.13 and this is the international HTC One only.
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ISO 100

So the ones with the Developers Edition are out of luck?

I got 1.29.111.11, anyone know what the difference is or where info can be found?

The custom roms ha ve been on this version for a few days now. I can confirm there are definitely light and day improvements, I can't compare with the old version but it's definitely noticeable once you move from stock to custom roms with 1.29xxx.12
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desiregeek said:
So the ones with the Developers Edition are out of luck?
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im pretty sure the dev versions come with a version thats higher than the 1.29.401 update

1.29.1540.3 is the dev edition version.
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Mine came with 1.29.666.5
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Did this include a tweak for the capasitive button sensitivity?

takitoes said:
Did this include a tweak for the capasitive button sensitivity?
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Yes it does.

Good that they caught this issue so quickly.
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ste1164 said:
Yes it does.
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Excellent! Any word when it's coming to Australia ?

Hopefully we get this soon in the US.

Brilliant looking comparisons! I have to say i havent had a problem with the camera as is (i use the HDR mode mostly)

greengoldmello said:
Good that they caught this issue so quickly
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Let's hope it's rolled out by the carriers ASAP

That's great news! Can't wait.

Mines on 1.28.61.7 and the camera takes amazing pictures
As for the samples in the thread I think the pics on the left are better although it looks like a simple contrast alteration to me.

"Beats Audio Enhancements"
Did anyone notice better sound coming from the speakers with Beats enabled?
I don't have the phone yet, but I know that some people are complaining about hissing. Did 1.29 correct that?
Thanks!

Good to know but are you sure buttons responding with slite and one touch?
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takitoes said:
Excellent! Any word when it's coming to Australia ?
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Telstra Australia build number is 1.29.841

Possibly the Best Camera App for Android is now testing on Nexus 5

This has been released for all other nexus devices, as well as the other popular phones. It's in testing for the N5 now! I am stoked!
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57611881-94/it-wasnt-easy-but-camera-awesome-for-android-is-here/

It's not publically available for Nexus 5 yet though, so this thread feels premature. Cheers for the heads up, anyway.

Agreed, you got me excited with the title, but now I am mad because you jumped the gun. Should have added COMING SOON.

Warrimonk said:
Agreed, you got me excited with the title, but now I am mad because you jumped the gun. Should have added COMING SOON.
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I probably should have said *potentially* lol. My bad for the poor choice of words! I will edit the title ;P

Needs to drop the ugly iOS like interface though. Its really grating.

ChrisM75 said:
Needs to drop the ugly iOS like interface though. Its really grating.
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Personally I like it, but that's just me

That app is free on iOS. Bummer, but understandable as to why they made it a paid app.

Still waiting on Focal myself

Haven't gotten an answer on this in the other places I've asked. There are two different UIs shown in the pics for the app, one looks like iOS and the other looks like it may be a tablet UI. Can anyone confirm if the latter is a tablet UI. If it becomes the phone UI too it looks pretty nice.
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Lewythefly said:
Still waiting on Focal myself
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Err, why wait?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.xplod.focal

lyric911 said:
Err, why wait?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.xplod.focal
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Doesn't work on the N5 yet mate, wont take a picture when installed
Hence I am waiting for it to be updated for the N5 and KitKat

Bump its been released now on android. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smugmug.android.cameraawesome
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I'm messing with A Better Camera right now since it's free and I am liking it.
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unforgivenmercy said:
Bump its been released now on android. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smugmug.android.cameraawesome
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Wow 40 megs. Is that the best camera app?
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psousa781 said:
I'm messing with A Better Camera right now since it's free and I am liking it.
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I tried the "A Better Camera" app and I really liked it, only problem was the display was super dark which renders it unuseable - I think its not yet been made compatible with the Nexus 5 - anyone else having the same problem?

Troodos said:
I tried the "A Better Camera" app and I really liked it, only problem was the display was super dark which renders it unuseable - I think its not yet been made compatible with the Nexus 5 - anyone else having the same problem?
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Yeah, I emailed them about it and that asked that I send them some pictures which I did. Hopefully they fix it.

is the Camera Awesome app really the best out there? The features look good but the reviews are terrible and not very many downloads...
anyone have real experience with it before I commit $3?

The interface on this app looks so cluttered. I wish someone would just blatantly copy the iOS 7 camera app instead of trying to make an app that has literally every feature but 30 on screen buttons. Just simplicity with necessary functionality. It shouldn't really be that hard.
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So simple. So nice. Why can't someone make an interface that is as simple as that but even better looking?

70% negative feedback and you call it best camera app? Hahaha

I can't wait for someone to fix the camera app on N5. The lag is crazy.

Nexus 6 Camera Sucks

Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is "turds" as "heck"
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What a disappointing POS!

knite75 said:
Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is sh*t as f*ck.
What a disappointing POS!
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Well you never get a nexus for the camera . what alternative everyone using

I have no idea what you mean. I think it is awesome!

knite75 said:
Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is Mod edit
What a disappointing POS!
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The whole phone's Mod edit. Return it asap before you aren't able to. ?
N6

knite75 said:
Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is sh*t as f*ck.
What a disappointing POS!
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maybe you just dont know how to actually use a camera besides for pointing and clicking? if you just point and click, itll just take an average focus photo, and its not that great. if you press on the point you want it focused on(point and click), itll come out much better, focus and lighting.

Come on guys/gals. Watch the language.

This is just your opinion. I've had much worse cameras on phones such as the moto x. Is it the best camera on a phone? No, but it clearly isn't the worst camera ever. This is what every reviewer said. I kinda doubt you even have a nexus 6 if you are saying it is that bad.
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I like it. Is it perfect? No, but it's damn good and it'll probably only get better with updates.
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So...are you a Note 4 or iPhone 6 owner OP? They are the only ones that come in here and try to trash the N6 camera.
Your bridge is missing you my friend, please crawl back under it.

simms22 said:
maybe you just dont know how to actually use a camera besides for pointing and clicking? if you just point and click, itll just take an average focus photo, and its not that great. if you press on the point you want it focused on(point and click), itll come out much better, focus and lighting.
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No sense.
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What is wrong with it? Examples?
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Is it better than the M8? That's all I care about.

v8dreaming said:
Is it better than the M8? That's all I care about.
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That it is by far. But most everything is.

knite75 said:
Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is "turds" as "heck"
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What a disappointing POS!
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?Only an idiot would come to that conclusion and express himself in such an idiotic way.

I took a couple nude photos of myself and they were so good my Dropbox instantly was hacked and they are all over the Internet. This camera is fine.

Love the N6 camera. Better than the GS4 which still to this day is a superb phone camera

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knite75 said:
Did Google paid off "professional" reviewers?
Using the N6 in just a few hours, one would easily come to the conclusion that its camera is "turds" as "heck"
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What a disappointing POS!
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Sounds like user error - there's nothing wrong with the camara...

This thread is useless. Not sure why the mods have let it exist as long as it has existed...

So we can discuss how the first post is wrong so as to not allow others the same lapse in judgment
You can criticize the camera if you'd like, there likely are other cameras that are better and/or worse either overall or in specific situations. The M8 tuning the camera to a lower resolution but better low light performance is an example. There are better cameras sure, but it does take some pretty good shots if low light shooting is your primary concern.
My point is, please debate the camera, debate breeds ideas and opinions which (hopefully) influence what manufacturers put in our devices. But try and be constructive, and where possible specific and/or somewhat scientific in your assessment. If you are, there's a chance we can all help each other find solutions or if need be, recommend a better phone based on your needs.
Now, who's going to hack 60 & 120fps video for us
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Moto G 4th Generation Discussion

So , last night moto g 4th Generation images were leaked .
Lets start discussion of moto g4 here , as i found no thread on xda related to G4 .I will update the thread as per new info leaks !
Do you guys think it is worth upgrade over moto g3 and also comment what should likely will be the specs of Moto G4 ( if it is worth upgrade over g3 )
Specifications -
5.5 inch Display
2 GB RAM
snapdragon 615
16GB ROM
Android 6.0.1
Quad Core processor
13MP Rear ( F/2.0 aperture )
5MP Front camera
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Too large Dispaly for me.
The other Specs aren´t worth it from my point of view.

Moto g3 FTW i dont need something more for daily use.

I'll wait and see what the Moto X looks like.
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say something... Or just keep moving!!

ugly fp, ewwwww

creative21 said:
ugly fp, ewwwww
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Ugly?
The only thing that I hated is the screen resolution. Maybe because of fingerprint scanner...
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where the heck is the speaker? I didn't saw it in any render...

keb00 said:
where the heck is the speaker? I didn't saw it in any render...
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Probably where all the Moto G speakers are.
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This is exactly what I need. My 2013 Moto X showing its age. Hopefully soon.

Tel864 said:
Probably where all the Moto G speakers are.
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So please ilucidate me about where it is..
Maybe they will use the top speaker to be regular speaker too, I would love to have back the dual front speakers.

keb00 said:
So please ilucidate me about where it is..
Maybe they will use the top speaker to be regular speaker too, I would love to have back the dual front speakers.
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Exactly they will use top speaker !
BTW updated thread with price and more leaked data !

harsinghal said:
Exactly they will use top speaker !
BTW updated thread with price and more leaked data !
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That makes sense, there already has to be a speaker there for the phone anyway. It lets them cut costs also.

Here's hoping Lenovo made Motorola put near-stock Android on it, still.

sticktornado said:
Here's hoping Lenovo made Motorola put near-stock Android on it, still.
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That's what they've been doing for some time now, I don't see why they'd change it.
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sticktornado said:
Here's hoping Lenovo made Motorola put near-stock Android on it, still.
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Haven't you seen the leaked video ? Moto G4 is fully running on stock android ! 6.0.1 ! It will be relesed in mid may !

I only like camera
I was thinking the finger should be on motorola's Back M it can better than moving finger ahead bottom like samsung and iphone

If 240 euros is the actual price,this phone will be a joke.Lenovo K5 plus has snapdragon 616(less overheating 615) and its 120 euros(150 in some countries).Anyway,its still not sure that it will use sd615.I read somewhere that it will have 2 versions-with sd430 and sd650(if thats true,then it will be right priced).
Also,its easy to see that the fingerprint is photoshopped.

http://www.theverge.com/2016/4/20/11466402/moto-g-4th-generation-leaks-renders
https://youtu.be/STvfIhY807g
The leaks seems to have some credibility because part of it was right, so I think it's likely we'd have a version with a fingerprint sensor. Although I wonder if it'd be for select countries like the Moto g turbo
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Lg g6 870s

Hello
I live in france and i ve a LG G6 870S (UEA version) , the phone working fine, all is ok but i would like just to update my phone.
Where can i find a new rom? how to install it ? no update avalaible when i user the update section of the phone.

Then there is no manufacturers update.
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nothing still the same old 1st march patch v10c :'(

If there were updates, then LG would've provided you with them via OTA or LG Bridge, don't you think? You've already asked this in another thread, and you got the exact same answer.

sniper666 said:
Hello
I live in france and i ve a LG G6 870S (UEA version) , the phone working fine, all is ok but i would like just to update my phone.
Where can i find a new rom? how to install it ? no update avalaible when i user the update section of the phone.
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If you want regular updates, do NOT buy LG.

The selfie camera is very bad , I regert to purchased this mobile
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MsuatafaKhatab said:
The selfie camera is very bad , I regert to purchased this mobile
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What kind of research did you do before your purchase? Did you read a single camera review of the LG G6? I bet you didn't, since it would've told you that the front camera is below average. If the selfie shooter is so important to you, a bad one being a deal breaker even, then yes, you did make a bad purchase. But it's entirely on you.

But its supposed to be a flagship phone!
Even if you don't care much about front camera quality, you'd at least expect something halfway decent.
And it's not, it's simply laughable so bad is it.
Personally I don't care to much, but still this cheap bad low-end camera is completely out of place in a flagship.

ASW1 said:
But its supposed to be a flagship phone!
Even if you don't care much about front camera quality, you'd at least expect something halfway decent.
And it's not, it's simply laughable so bad is it.
Personally I don't care to much, but still this cheap bad low-end camera is completely out of place in a flagship.
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Yes, the G6 is supposed to be a flagship phone, but that doesn't mean it'll be flawless. Name one flagship phone that is. The S8? An imbecile chose the spot to mount the fingerprint reader. The iPhone 7 and the Google Pixel? Holy cow, dem bezels. The U11? The phone breaks when bent from the back. Also, dem bezels. And yes, the G6 has a below average front camera. It's not terrible, but it's certainly worse than literally all the other flagships. But we know, or at least we're supposed to know, about these flaws when we choose which phone we'll spend our money on. We know the goods and the bads, and still we buy. That's on us. It doesn't mean we can't criticise, but we shouldn't be surprised that a phone has pros and cons. Because if we are, it's bad buyers research on our behalf.

I received update today more 600 MB
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Front camera isnt "that" bad, though its not terrible.
Sucks in low light for sure.

At least stop arguing that front camera is so bad, use the rear wide angle camera and use it for seflies.

MsuatafaKhatab said:
I received update today more 600 MB
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whats new? version...? any pictures?

Ali Mirza said:
At least stop arguing that front camera is so bad, use the rear wide angle camera and use it for seflies.
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We don't need to argue, I think everyone agrees the front camera is pretty bad.
I don't see how using the rear camera would be an alternative though without the visual feedback on the screen.

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whats new? version...? any pictures?
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Only this the new and fix lag
Version h870s
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Thank you ! I was talking the version of the os
I'm running version 10f-AME-XX
Android security patch july 2017

I had to use the bridge tool to get this update

da'vinci said:
I had to use the bridge tool to get this update
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Hi
Do you know the font used on your pic?

solid.snake said:
Hi
Do you know the font used on your pic?
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Lg smart ?