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Should I sell my S4? Help please!

I have the i9500 variant and my friend who has a note 2 asked if I wanted to trade. I know Note 3 is very near so even if I get the Note 2 I'd have to sell it instantly. I am on vacation in India and checked the prices.
Galaxy S4's, new ones cost about 35,000INR. Used ones sell for about 30,000INR.
Note 2's sell for 31,000INR. Used Note 2's sell at about 18,000INR.
I checked how iPhone was doing and saw.
iPhone 4S 16GB, new costs about 25,000 and used costs 20,000.
iPhone 4 16GB, new costs about 37,000INR and used for about 35,000INR.
So I am in a dilemma. I have about $60 worth of accessories with my S4 which I'd obviously giveaway. I do not wanna invest 10,000 more and buy a current highend device. I am eyeing the Xperia Z and Xperia Z Ultra but they say the display isn't nice. And Sony resale/support isn't good. HTC One is nice too but I think its expensive and HTC isn't good with updates.
So what should I do? How much should I sell my Galaxy S4 for? My friends offering me the Note 2 AND 15,000INR. So can anyone tell me how much would a 2 month old used Note 2 sell for?
Should I do it? If so, what should I replace my S4 with. I am thinking to get iPhone 4S and wait till Note 3 is out and sell iPhone 4S for Note 3.
I chose Apple cause they have good resale prices. I am thinking about getting the Nexus 4 too.. are their resale prices good too? betting on Nexus is risky as Google does price cuts wayyy often and there hasn't been a new Nexus in a while.
I need a good temporary phone that will sell well in about 3-4 months.
Opinions?

Note 2 is a bit of a niche phone. A lot of people can't deal with the size so obviously the s4 will have better resale value.
Unless there is a reason you don't want the s4 anymore then I'd just stick with that.
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If i were you, id stick to my S 4 till the note 3's up for grabs.price wise, i see the galaxy s 4 price is still high tho it was released few months ago.But its your call mate, decide what suits you best.

I guess I'll keep S4. Note 2 internals are bad too... but for some reason it is tempting.
I do love my S4 though.

Silentrazor why are you even comparing prices? If you have issues with your phone cool.. Why sell your high spec phone for older tech?
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SilentRazor said:
I guess I'll keep S4. Note 2 internals are bad too... but for some reason it is tempting.
I do love my S4 though.
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Note 2 internals are not bad they are just not as good as the s4. I do understand why you are tempted ... I have both phones and am finding it hard to sell one of them as they are both great. At the end of the day though the s4 is much more popular and will be easier to recuperate money on later.
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As long as it gives you what you need... Theres no reason to change your phone...

I would definitely keep the S4. It's a fine device.

Weird that the iPhone 4s sells for less than the 4. Or maybe you got it the other way round.
But anyway, if you like the note 2 it wouldn't be such a bad idea considering he's also paying you cash on top. Personally I prefer the S4 and wouldn't trade for any available phone.
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Sony support is good... Sony Xperia Z has official 4.3...
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If you think the bigger screen and longer lasting battery is worth, it then go for it. But remember the note has a weaker camera and isn't full 1080p HD
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Wait for the Nexus 5, if its anything like the LG G2 looks and the same specs it will be the hottest device around running KLP.

I think you should keep S4 till the next generation. Think about it, you're changing your phone within less than a year!! S4 is still a beast device, so why not hold up with it a little more? I bet your warranty (if not rooted/unlocked) is still there!! Do you want my advice?
Wait for Note IV or something like this
Your device can still keep up with current generation and even further
Also, if you're really going to buy the Note III, sell the device to your friend, get a 50$ cheap one, and then buy the Note III! I think it's better than investing in a good phone and selling it later.

StellMonkey said:
Sony support is good... Sony Xperia Z has official 4.3...
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Seriously? I am reallly considering the Z but lets see.
Holding onto my S4 as most of you suggested. I thought about selling my S4 and the Note 2 I get and get a very cheap phone till thenote 3 is announced then invest into it. I'll let you all know what happens. But for now I have my S4.

SilentRazor said:
Seriously? I am reallly considering the Z but lets see.
Holding onto my S4 as most of you suggested. I thought about selling my S4 and the Note 2 I get and get a very cheap phone till thenote 3 is announced then invest into it. I'll let you all know what happens. But for now I have my S4.
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Yeah really... I had the Z but it overheats too much and I don't think the camera is better than the S4's camera... and Sony UI doesn't have that small cool features like air view if u like...
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I will definitely keep my S4 and will go for Note III when it is launched,
Price of note 2 will drop again when note III is released, so better to stick with your S4 mate

S4 is a Good choice for now my friend Note 2 will loose it's charm once note 3 is released btw in bangalore india it's available at 27500 inr with bill :thumbup:
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Poll: How often do you change your phones

This is a poll to understand how often people change their phones in the midst of hundreds of phones released each year.

I've committed to the Galaxy range and replace my phone when a new version is released

I always bought the latest iphones and Galaxy S on launch day... So 2 a year...
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2 times a year
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After giving Samsung a try for the third time in a few years, i'm going back to Motorola. I usually trade up every 9-12 months. Edge plan here.

more options needed
3 years and 13 months , both are more than 12 month !
more than 12 months is not accurate.

i change my phone every time a new galaxy comes out.

I am recovering addict.. Maximum of two changes in a year

Between 3 and 6 months for me. Sometimes less, sometimes more, but on average it's right around 3-4 months.

Used my Galaxy S2 for 4 months and I lost it. Bought a new S2 and used it for 4 months again. Then bought the iPhone 4S and used it for only 2 months. Then I bought the Galaxy S3 and used it for 1 year and 6 months . Now I am happy using my Galaxy S5 for 3 months.
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Once a year or once every two years depending on how good the device I owned was.
Replaced the Incredible S because I kept flashing stuff on it and the internal memory eventually died, lasted less than a year.
Bought an Xperia Z and immediately bought a GS5 when I could because honestly the Xperia Z was a pile of crap, lasted about a year.
Planning to keep this GS5 until 2016 when I can buy a new droid flagship or iPhone 6S

1-2 times a year. But S5 planning to keep a bit longer. Maybe even 2 years.
But note 4 is comming. So don't know if i won't buy it. We will see.

it used to be at least once a year, but after the S3 I waited 2 years because phones just aren't advancing that fast any more.

i had a note 2 since may i have S5 and i think i will buy iPhone 6S next year

Thin_Bezel said:
Used my Galaxy S2 for 4 months and I lost it. Bought a new S2 and used it for 4 months again. Then bought the iPhone 4S and used it for only 2 months. Then I bought the Galaxy S3 and used it for 1 year and 6 months . Now I am happy using my Galaxy S5 for 3 months.
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I mostly HOPE to use my phones for max 2 years hehe, then the monthly subscription ends, and I can choose a new model.
Ive been doing this from: Samsung Wave -> Samsung Galaxy S Plus -> Samsung Galaxy S2 -> Samsung Galaxy S5.
Im very careful with my stuff, hopefully the S5 stays alive, as it's so fast I actually dont need anything else after this

Each year. It is a disease. I should really stop.

2-4 times a year. Waiting for the Nexus X/6 now :victory:

more than 3 times a yr... just ordered Xiaomi Mi4 and waiting Note 4 now

anubius said:
Each year. I is a disease. I should really stop.
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Same here started this year with a S3 I was due to a upgrade with my phone carrier so I decided to go for the Nexus 5 great phone but awful battery life so I exchanged after one week for the G2 and that it's a great phone, the best one I had so far! But no sd card option it's a big no for me, sold it after 6 months and bought the S5(went for the safe option) I will try to keep it for one year
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JCarlosPP said:
Same here started this year with a S3 I was due to a upgrade with my phone carrier so I decided to go for the Nexus 5 great phone but awful battery life so I exchanged after one week for the G2 and that it's a great phone, the best one I had so far! But no sd card option it's a big no for me, sold it after 6 months and bought the S5(went for the safe option) I will try to keep it for one year
I got stuck in Samsung phones. I am slave of AMOLOED screen and SD card slot. So my history is S2-S5. I bought S5 last weeek just because of water resistance. I am fishing a lot and I had situations where S4 was under extreme tests. Once it was under heavy rain and once actually for 5 sec completely under the water, however survived both events. I decided not to risk it anymore and to buy S5. Plus bigger sensor in the camera is also a good excuse to buy it. And as always I promise again to myself that this is the last phone I will buy. How is your S5 like it so far?
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After SGS5, which phone will you buy next?

I'm very very happy with my SGS5. Just got it 2 weeks ago, but I was wondering what phone are you guys considering for your next purchase, or if you don't plan on changing it for quite a while (this is my case).
If I were to change I would probably go for the LG G4 or OnePlus Two.
I'm curious to see what people's next plan is after the SGS5.

S6 :thumbup:

Nexus 6 or Note 4 probably.

S6 or Z4

Just ordered the Note Edge.
Swype on my Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F)

S6/7

S7

note 4 edge

It could be an interesting choice to buy the Nexus 6, but in 2 years time. By then the price will be much more affordable and you still get better specs, like the QHD 6 screen, 3GB RAM, Snapdragon 805, 64GB storage option, OIS and still the latest Android OS.

Worth upgrade to Note 4 from Note 3?

Hi.
I have the Note 3 with rooted 4.3 version for over a year. I have to upgrade and fresh install of 4.4 because I'm getting issues.
I wanted to ask if it's worth upgrading to the Note 4 regarding the new sensor camera quality and battery. I don't use the S-pen and many other features. Money cost will be around 400 exchanging the Note 3 and its not an issue unless it's not wort it.
Thank you

I upgraded from note 2 and it was worth it.
I don't think note 3 - 4 might be worth it though unless you can give note 3 to family member and get note 4 on contract.
Next year I will give note 4 to family member and get note 5 on contract so that will be worth it but paying full price isn't worth it for me.

Thank you.
I will be paying half of the price of the Note 4.
I hope the camera is well improved to justify the purchase. The screen will be better but also will drain battery.

Note 4 pruce cut after note 5 release

Hey guys, do you know how much the price of the Note 4 is going to fall after the note 5 is realesed on September ? I care about the price without carriers and all this stuff because I really want a new phone and I am between the note 4 and the A7

Don't know but I can remember that a generation before the difference wasn't that much that I thought about getting a Note 3 instead of a 4.

Could be different of course if the Note 4 has the features in store you're primarily looking for (exchangeable battery, micro-SD etc).

150$ drop may be..