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i have had my trusty G1 since the first batch was sent out. rooted unrooted, flashed reflashed more times than i can count. i love the G1 and my friends with the droid and such hate me for it, since we usually have what they have before they even get it, lol.
anyway, we all know our G1's are aging and most of us, including myself are probably itching to upgrade to something better. so my question is what would you guys recommend i upgrade to or wait for?
keep in mind i 100% want a hard keyboard as well built in. preferably full qwerty, but open to suggestions that dont have the above.
post away everyone. thanks ahead of time for all your input.
JUSTIN
I just switched carriers and picked up the Motorola Droid. I have to say, I'm quite impressed.
The myTouch Slide appears to be the only thing that matches your requirements on T-Mobile. Of course so does the DROID2 on Verizon Wireless.
I'd wait a bit, and pick up a used myTouch slide. Save your upgrade for when something good with a hardware QWERTY comes out.
yea i was looking at the MyTouch slide, but i dont really like the layout of the hard keyboard, it looks weird. maybe i need to try using it more to get used to it.
i dont mind paying full price for something outside tmo if the phone can be unlocked and used on tmo.
anyone know of any phones that use sim and can be used on tmo, but from other carriers.
i also looked at the droid. i love the screen size, but its close to being old already, lol. with all these new android driven phones out and coming out. whats a man to do? lol
You are still under contract with T-Mobile. If you wait until the end of the year, when your contract runs out (was it around October that the G1 was released?), there should be even more options out there. I'm particularly interested in the Samsung Galaxy S Pro, which supposedly is coming from Sprint, will be like the Galaxy S, but with a slide out keyboard. The Super AMOLED screen looks to be amazing and consume less energy than a LED.
In the meanwhile, continue enjoying the mod ROMs, they have really breathed new life into my old, cracked G1
yea im still on contract with tmo. i'll have to look into the Galaxy one you speak of. i have yet to look at it.
Hey guys, i assume that there should be a couple of you guys with the phone already, can you please describe us the accesories that came with the phone?
guys from UK told us that the phone came with a screen protector installed and a spare one, also a 16gb card, but others tell us that there were no screen protector and a 8gb card.
Please tells us how the phone came in the American Continent...
I came close..... I was at futureshop locally to buy one and they claimed they couldn't sell it to me until tomorrow. I showed them the release date online, they weren't convinced. Even showed them it on their own web site and that it was listed as available. They were nice enough to show me the box of one... I'm hoping to head back out shortly to different futureshop, which I called and was told they had no problem selling it to me today. Anyway, according to the inter webs we canadians will have an 8 Gb card only, while the Arc will come with the 16 Gb. I'll hopefully report back later with full contents for you.
*Shows up*
Just got home and started charging it. I'm about to go online and buy an unlock code now. I hope to have a youtube video posted on how it's done. As far as accessories go, all I got were a pair of crappy ear buds. As far as the card goes, I didn't check it. There was nothing extra so if I have anything, I'm going to assume it's already in the phone.
Got it this morning. Only 8 gb. Comes with screen protector installed and earphone, cable and charger, no case. Can't disable auto brightness. Paid 20$ and got it unlocked for telus, everythings working fine so far. It takes about 1h to xfer all the crap to a 16gb card (there's a lot of crap, images, html etc). I'll try all the emulators later.
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*Shows up*
Just got home and started charging it. I'm about to go online and buy an unlock code now. I hope to have a youtube video posted on how it's done. As far as accessories go, all I got were a pair of crappy ear buds. As far as the card goes, I didn't check it. There was nothing extra so if I have anything, I'm going to assume it's already in the phone.
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can you check if yours came with the screen protector installed, as the other post mentions?
also i bought one from ebay this morning (the last one of 3) the description says it was from Rogers, but unlocked, so i guess this guy use this codes before ship it...
But will confirm once arrives...
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Got it this morning. Only 8 gb. Comes with screen protector installed and earphone, cable and charger, no case. Can't disable auto brightness. Paid 20$ and got it unlocked for telus, everythings working fine so far. It takes about 1h to xfer all the crap to a 16gb card (there's a lot of crap, images, html etc). I'll try all the emulators later.
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What service did you use to get it unlocked?
mobileincanada. Reliable and fast. Used it a few time.
Also can you tell us how much did you pay for it?
Just bought an unlock code. Paid $20. Hoping it works. I'm also going to post a video to erase any skepticism people may have about doing this.
Paid 0$ (a friend renew the contract and trade it to me). FPSE is just SPECTACULAR! Way faster than my T9193 or Dell Streak. Only thing is the screen auto-brightness, as most of you know. Some games just look too dark (Diablo) and needs a fix brightness, or a color adjustment inside FPSE.
Awesome to hear. So it's confirmed that the gamepad works with FPSE?
Yes the gamepad works great. No success with the analog pad so far. I'm sure FPSE will enable it soon. I'm surprise it's a lot more responsive than I though seeing how people complained about the CPU. Unless the Rogers model is different which I doubt...
Yeah, the phone seems pretty snappy to me overall. Honestly though? I could care less about any minor issues. The fact that this has a slide out gamepad is enough for me to overlook any minor flaws. MAN I'm psyched to have this. Just waiting on my unlock code right now.
Got mine as well. I'm impressed by the smoothness of th UI and the quality of the screen.
I was wondering if any of you had weird behaviors with mp3 files and non stock headphone... The ones supplied are the worst piece of ?'*-) I've came accross in a long time. That's my only complain though.
Loving it!
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Sorry I said there was a screen protector. It looked like there is one underneath the protective plastic they put because there is a trasparent material on top of the screen but it might be the design. Just in case someone is not careful and treat it as there is one.
Guys I need your help. Can anyone hold the search button and plug it the usb in a computer while it's off. People are telling me I should get a blue light in the power button but I get nothing! Instead it just shows the sony ericsson lego then the status of the battery. BTW I do have a Canadian xperia play but this one I won.
I'll try when I get home. Search the forums carefully, because I remember someone giving very specific instructions one how to get that blue light and he did it slightly differently. Maybe search "blue light search button" on the Xperia play forums or something, you'll find it.
Picked mine up last night. I am pretty sure that is a preinstalled screen protector we are seeing. Too bad we didn't get the extra one in the box some people have reported. Also only an 8gb card for Canada.
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Picked mine up last night. I am pretty sure that is a preinstalled screen protector we are seeing. Too bad we didn't get the extra one in the box some people have reported. Also only an 8gb card for Canada.
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From what i've seen on some unboxing videos. Some people even got an extra usb cable and a free usb car charger.
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I'll try when I get home. Search the forums carefully, because I remember someone giving very specific instructions one how to get that blue light and he did it slightly differently. Maybe search "blue light search button" on the Xperia play forums or something, you'll find it.
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Did you try it yet?
Is it pretty much univerally accepted that all US models will be 32gb? Also, any idea if Verizon will have the white one at launch? I'm tired of gray/black/dark blue, going to take the plunge on a white one this time.
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Is it pretty much univerally accepted that all US models will be 32gb? Also, any idea if Verizon will have the white one at launch? I'm tired of gray/black/dark blue, going to take the plunge on a white one this time.
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I'm almost positive it is 32gb, but I am also wondering about a white option. My gut says no, but I sure hope it is available. I have tried chatting with Verizon but they don't seem to know.
I sure hope white comes day 1.
I sure hope white comes day 1.
I sure hope white comes day 1.
Exactly!
This is exactly what I am waiting for.
Also want to know how much it will cost full retail for VZW
I don't have Verizon, but one of my friends works there. He told me that the US models will be 32GB, and said Verizon will only have the black, due to them getting the exclusive wireless charging. Take it for what its worth, you know how Reps can be.
Jsuh0 said:
This is exactly what I am waiting for.
Also want to know how much it will cost full retail for VZW
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Verizon online chat rep did not hesitate when I asked said it will be $599.99
One of my staff responsible for mobile devices asked me today how many VZ Note Edge I wanted to order. After weeks of me asking for Verizon Edge availabilty, he said that our corporate rep can now place the order for them. So folks, check with your reps--I would imagine that it's a matter of short time before it hits the retail market.
If you want more details about what we were told, I can find out tomorrow.
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Just saw this
http://www.android.gs/verizon-to-debut-note-edge-january-8th-nexus-6-mid-february/
I'm going to vzw tomorrow morning and hope to walk out of there with the edge.... But since no official announcement from vzw I'm fearing disappointment
I just noticed it for sale on the Verizon Web site. ...I hope it's true!
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I just checked the website also and it is available. I wished they had white.
I wanna buy one but i am sure it will be locked
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I wanna buy one but i am sure it will be locked
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I was thinking the same, but seeing that there are ROMs/recovery for VZ Note 4, I am optimistic for the VZ Note Edge.....
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I was thinking the same, but seeing that there are ROMs/recovery for VZ Note 4, I am optimistic for the VZ Note Edge.....
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there are only roms/recovery for the developer edition note 4. retail does not have root
oneandroidnut said:
there are only roms/recovery for the developer edition note 4. retail does not have root
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Ah I see... I presume we won't be seeing a VZ Developer Note Edge anytime soon.....
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Ah I see... I presume we won't be seeing a VZ Developer Note Edge anytime soon.....
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dont know if there is one for $799 i will probably pick one up if i like the edge
Just picked one up. So far i like it, got the wallet case with it since it was the cheapest. I'll pick up another case online but definitely needed something to protect it. So far my ONLY complaint is the screen protector that goes down around the edge keeps popping up. Besides that I like it so far. I'm coming from a Note II and we'll c how it goes but so far so good.
I'll post back after I've messed with it a bit.
This phone is pretty awesome. Having the apps bar on the edge screen definitely improves the note series I think. The screen protector does keep popping up and is quite annoying but I'll live with it. The phone feels lighter than the Note 4 and feels like a premium made device. The phone comes with Advance Calling 1.0 but you have to enable it and then restart your phone after at least 5 minutes have passed to fully enable it. I wish that there was a root method for the device, but I knew that the device would be locked prior to purchasing. It does take a little bit of time to get used to the edge screen, but I definitely enjoy the added functionality that it brings to the device. I almost wish that they would have moved the power button to the left near the volume rocker, but can live with it being on the top of the device.
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Just picked one up. So far i like it, got the wallet case with it since it was the cheapest. I'll pick up another case online but definitely needed something to protect it. So far my ONLY complaint is the screen protector that goes down around the edge keeps popping up. Besides that I like it so far. I'm coming from a Note II and we'll c how it goes but so far so good.
I'll post back after I've messed with it a bit.
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Yea i took my protector off. I am going to put it back on later and let the phone sit on the edge portion for a period of time and see if it sticks. Going to order a new one when I decide which I want. Zagg has the phone on their site but doesn't have anything available for it yet. I know they made some ATT that they sell at stores but i'd love to grab it off amazon if they could make them available that way.
Picked mine up today at the Verizon store. Was the first to buy one and there wasn't a line. So far loving the phone a little bit of a learning curve but I like the look and feel of the device.
This is the screen protector I'm using and have no issues with it at all. Just make sure to let it completely dry before using the sPen or it will leave indention's.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...d_t=201&pf_rd_p=1944687762&pf_rd_i=B00NAJ08YG
Love this device...
Don't want to say it was worth the wait, with the one color option, & locked bootloader. It is what it is, and I do love this phone.
Time to Swappa my GN4.
Note Edge Dev Editions Available
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Ah I see... I presume we won't be seeing a VZ Developer Note Edge anytime soon.....
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Yes. They are available on samsungs website. They actually have been since the beginning of December. Verizon scrubbed the original launch because the edge bar can be used even while the phone is locked. Due to complaints they finally released it even though this is still an issue.
wired420 said:
Yes. They are available on samsungs website. They actually have been since the beginning of December. Verizon scrubbed the original launch because the edge bar can be used even while the phone is locked. Due to complaints they finally released it even though this is still an issue.
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I had a quick look at Samsung's site, but didn't find any developer edition phones. After some searching, I found a link to an S3 developer, but that item is reachable only via direct link. Do you have a link to the Edge?
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I had a quick look at Samsung's site, but didn't find any developer edition phones. After some searching, I found a link to an S3 developer, but that item is reachable only via direct link. Do you have a link to the Edge?
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My bad. For some reason there's a link to the Verizon Note 4 Developer edition in the email for the release of the Note Edge the other day. I didn't look at which one it was just saw the post date on it. I get a new phone every 6 months or so if I want, so I'd never actually buy a dev edition for myself.
I'd post the link but I don't have 10 posts yet so I can't link even though I'm obviously not a spam bot.
if you want PM it to me and I'll post it.
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I just checked the website also and it is available. I wished they had white.
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you don't want white. I though i did... unitl i had the black one. the edge screen drops away when not in use. and you end up with a black bar running down the side screen like a bezel. i look really bad in white
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This phone is pretty awesome. Having the apps bar on the edge screen definitely improves the note series I think. The screen protector does keep popping up and is quite annoying but I'll live with it. The phone feels lighter than the Note 4 and feels like a premium made device. The phone comes with Advance Calling 1.0 but you have to enable it and then restart your phone after at least 5 minutes have passed to fully enable it. I wish that there was a root method for the device, but I knew that the device would be locked prior to purchasing. It does take a little bit of time to get used to the edge screen, but I definitely enjoy the added functionality that it brings to the device. I almost wish that they would have moved the power button to the left near the volume rocker, but can live with it being on the top of the device.
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did you get the zagg glass SP? mine stays put. cant even tell it's there.
Don't think this has been started yet. Let's get the ball rolling! Who else is getting one on the 19th? Does anyone happen to have one now? Initial thoughts if you do! Personally, I'm excited for the two backs that are included in the box (supposedly). We rarely get stuff like that in Canada!
Grabbing one as soon as I can. I already have some Spigen plastic screen protectors, an Orly tempered glass protector, and a Ringke slim case to use with the plastic back. All purchased from Amazon.
I don't believe the US got two backs in the package though. I hope I'm wrong, but I don't think we will get both on the box. So far, it looks like the black leather will be the only colour offered.
I read on Mobilesyrup both gray plastic and black leather backs would be included in the box. Pretty bold thing of them to say if they weren't positive. I'm hoping they're right!
Our lg rep has shown off his g4 a couple times in the last 2 weeks. Beauty device. First non HTC device I will own since the diamond. He's confirmed that both the black leather and grey metallic backs will be included. Great news right ?? I'd say.
I ordered the LG-H815 international model after owning and loving the G3 and this phone is a beaut. By far the nicest phone I have owned and I have pretty much owned em all. It is sexy looking with the black leather back and I have to say I am a fan of the subtle curved screen. Great battery life and better reception in Victoria than the G3 so I am thrilled, could be happier. I even bought two different Sena iphone 6 plus cases and had them sewn into a sweet little wallet sleeve for my g4.
Switching between carriers??
Hi,
It seems on LG's website that all Canadian carriers are getting model number H812. THat means the HW should be the same for all and only the software is controlling the radio bands the device can use. I'm on Wind but might need to switch to Bell in the future (if work makes me switch). I know people with Samsung's S6 can switch device software so they can get it to work on different carriers. Has anything like this been possible in the past with LG? Any guesses on whether it could be possible with LG G4?
This is my first LG phone so I have no idea what their track record is other than it is not great.
Will H812 in Canada have FM radio enabled?
I'm scared of purchasing one after hearing all the issues that are plaguing the phone.
I'm hoping that the majority of it is software issues that a patch will fix, but the battery life stuff is hit or miss for the most part. Coming from a M7, I really want a phone that can do it all, without issues. The M7 was great up until the camera crapped out and it felt gimped from that point. Otherwise it's been a awesome phone.
I'm just sketched out, I was planning on hitting up Rogers friday morning just to grab this bad boy.
I have been following all the threads also. You get issues with every device. Hell, check out the S6/S6e forums at AC if you want to get freaked out. The thing is, only the people WITH issues raise a stink, there are many more people out there that either don't have, or don't notice the issues.
We have 15 days anyways, and we know what the issues are, so we can check for them before the return time expires.
I already have one reserved with Rogers (via Best Buy), and I will get it the minute it's available. I will definitely run it through the paces to check for the common issues as soon as I can.
Worst case, I exchange/return it. Hopefully I don't have to return it, because I already have a tempered glass screen protector and brown leather back inbound. I don't want to eat those costs, lol.
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I don't know about the FM radio yet, but the Canadian carriers have been pretty good about NOT neutering features like some other carriers *cough*Verizon*cough*.
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I have been following all the threads also. You get issues with every device. Hell, check out the S6/S6e forums at AC if you want to get freaked out. The thing is, only the people WITH issues raise a stink, there are many more people out there that either don't have, or don't notice the issues.
We have 15 days anyways, and we know what the issues are, so we can check for them before the return time expires.
I already have one reserved with Rogers (via Best Buy), and I will get it the minute it's available. I will definitely run it through the paces to check for the common issues as soon as I can.
Worst case, I exchange/return it. Hopefully I don't have to return it, because I already have a tempered glass screen protector and brown leather back inbound. I don't want to eat those costs, lol.
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That we don't know yet, but the Canadian carriers have been pretty good about NOT neutering features like some other carriers *cough*Verizon*cough*.
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Good post about putting things in perspective!
Can I ask where you managed to get your brown leather back from? I was thinking of posting on the forums to switch the black leather back with someone who has a brown one. Is that what you did?
Thanks
Not sure if anyone else here agrees with me, but doesn't a lot of these issues that have been appearing recently seem to be mostly coming from US variants?
My reasoning is that that phone was already released but we didn't hear a lot about issues until the US release. This might also be that more US people browse here and therefore come and vocalize about their issues. So I'm hoping it's mostly an issue with the US variants.
HighTowerDV said:
Good post about putting things in perspective!
Can I ask where you managed to get your brown leather back from? I was thinking of posting on the forums to switch the black leather back with someone who has a brown one. Is that what you did?
Thanks
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I actually ordered mine on eBay. They are from Korea, so they come embossed with "band LTE" carrier logo, but you can hardly see it. Outside that, only Verizon has the brown.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/121652215882...49&var=420648006498&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
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Not sure if anyone else here agrees with me, but doesn't a lot of these issues that have been appearing recently seem to be mostly coming from US variants?
My reasoning is that that phone was already released but we didn't hear a lot about issues until the US release. This might also be that more US people browse here and therefore come and vocalize about their issues. So I'm hoping it's mostly an issue with the US variants.
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There are also issues with people in the USA who bought the H815 UK unlocked model, so I don't think it's only the US models. You are correct though, it does appear to be mostly the USA models.
Hopefully the fact that we get ours released later means hopefully we get a later software version with less bugs.
Anyone know yet whether Koodo will be carrying it?
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Anyone know yet whether Koodo will be carrying it?
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Not that I know of. Rogers, Bell, Telus, Wind and Videotron only, AFAIK.
If I was a betting man, and I am, I'd go ahead and make a bet on us Canadians receiving the extra battery/cradle/SD. Enjoy!
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If I was a betting man, and I am, I'd go ahead and make a bet on us Canadians receiving the extra battery/cradle/SD. Enjoy!
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I'll take that bet. I don't think there are enough potential buyers in Canada for LG to bother with that. But, I hope I'm wrong!
Well all betting aside, they have the accessory packs at t-booth that are apparently included. That much I do know.
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Well all betting aside, they have the accessory packs at t-booth that are apparently included. That much I do know.
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Really? You asked them and they told you that? Honestly, I wouldn't expect us to get the same promotion. But if I had to choose I'd rather they just give us the spare battery and charger.
am I THE ONLY GUY GOING FIRST THING IN THE MORNING OR WHAT!!!! Cant wait!
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Really? You asked them and they told you that? Honestly, I wouldn't expect us to get the same promotion. But if I had to choose I'd rather they just give us the spare battery and charger.
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Yes really. Whether or not this is available at any/all carriers I do not know. I do know that the t-booth location in the city in which I live, has an accessory pack with all 3 items, in store. No contacting LG with proof of purchase etc... I wouldn't have expected this either.