Official Android Thread Part 2

**tommyjesus** · 03-05-2013, 01:31 AM

Originally Posted by FreshStart12

10 days until s4 reveal. This thing better be SICK. I've been holding onto an upgrade since January. I need out of this iPhone 4.

brah, i've been holding out since november...s4 better be worth it!

i'm still using the og atrix...been stuck with gingerbread. fuarkkkkk.

**Elavaanil** · 03-05-2013, 05:26 AM

I'm using Galaxy S3 i9300 on jellybam custom rom (4.2.1)
is there any way for me to get multi view?

**FreshStart12** · 03-05-2013, 06:11 AM

If the s4 doesn't live up to the hype I'm in trouble. I would get the HTC One but I'm on Verizon. I'm really gonna be screwed if it's not 100% boss.

**LGeX** · 03-05-2013, 06:15 AM

Originally Posted by FreshStart12

If the s4 doesn't live up to the hype I'm in trouble. I would get the HTC One but I'm on Verizon. I'm really gonna be screwed if it's not 100% boss.

This is my life. Are you me? I really hope the Galaxy S IV kicks ass software wise and hard wise wise. Cannot be that hard to fuse beautiful hardware with their software. Bloody hell Verizon and their stupid phone release schedule. Brb releasing HTC One in middle of summer in a completely different casing with big ass Verizon logo plastered every .5 inches -_-

**jinda628** · 03-05-2013, 07:25 AM

Originally Posted by Elavaanil

I'm using Galaxy S3 i9300 on jellybam custom rom (4.2.1)
is there any way for me to get multi view?

I have a Note 2 but try to visit the S3 development section in xda-dev forum. Here's a link I found with MultiWindow from Omega ROM series:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1663656

Originally Posted by FreshStart12

If the s4 doesn't live up to the hype I'm in trouble. I would get the HTC One but I'm on Verizon. I'm really gonna be screwed if it's not 100% boss.

Well S4 is rumored to have an Exynos 5 Octa chipset (1x1.8Quad and 1x1.2Quad) compared to HTC One's 1.7Quad. Camera seems to be similar with 13MP but I'm not sure what sensor they are using. S4 seems to have a slight advantage in battery with 2600mAh (removable) compared to HTC's 2300 (non-removable). mSD from S4 and none from HTC but may not be a big issue anymore due to cloud storage. Just hope that S4 will look aesthetic as HTC One is really a beauty.

All these is from GSMArena.com though. The specs they have for S4 are not official as any other source so far.

**HouseBro** · 03-05-2013, 09:34 AM

Originally Posted by jinda628

I have a Note 2 but try to visit the S3 development section in xda-dev forum. Here's a link I found with MultiWindow from Omega ROM series:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1663656

Well S4 is rumored to have an Exynos 5 Octa chipset (1x1.8Quad and 1x1.2Quad) compared to HTC One's 1.7Quad. Camera seems to be similar with 13MP but I'm not sure what sensor they are using. S4 seems to have a slight advantage in battery with 2600mAh (removable) compared to HTC's 2300 (non-removable). mSD from S4 and none from HTC but may not be a big issue anymore due to cloud storage. Just hope that S4 will look aesthetic as HTC One is really a beauty.

All these is from GSMArena.com though. The specs they have for S4 are not official as any other source so far.

snapdragon 600 in the US (srs)

**tarheelblue0378** · 03-05-2013, 09:38 AM

Got a prob brahs. Galaxy S II, keeps turning on and off randomly, sometimes when I'm using it, sometimes when it's just lying on the counter and not even being used. Guy at cell store said a factory reset would fix the problem. Seems like a pain in the ass, any other fixes for this?

**BobDaNob** · 03-05-2013, 09:51 AM

Originally Posted by jinda628

Its rumored to have 5 inch of screen size.
You may run out of options in the future though if you limit your choices based on screen size as new phones seem to be around the 5 inch size now.

There's always the iPhone. lol After all, it's taken them 5yrs and about six generations to increase the screen half an inch.

**kingscross** · 03-05-2013, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by tarheelblue0378

Got a prob brahs. Galaxy S II, keeps turning on and off randomly, sometimes when I'm using it, sometimes when it's just lying on the counter and not even being used. Guy at cell store said a factory reset would fix the problem. Seems like a pain in the ass, any other fixes for this?

I would back everything up and do a factory reset. Its a PITA but seems to be only way out.

**bogui94** · 03-05-2013, 09:54 AM

Originally Posted by tarheelblue0378

Got a prob brahs. Galaxy S II, keeps turning on and off randomly, sometimes when I'm using it, sometimes when it's just lying on the counter and not even being used. Guy at cell store said a factory reset would fix the problem. Seems like a pain in the ass, any other fixes for this?

Try using AdAway by TrustGo to find out what the issue might be.

**mgftp** · 03-05-2013, 09:54 AM

Best reliable place for free apks?

And why does Chrome blow so much ass since the last update? Will they fix this?

**jinda628** · 03-05-2013, 09:55 AM

Originally Posted by HouseBro

snapdragon 600 in the US (srs)

For HTC? Well yes, that's one point for them. But these phones will be releasing newer versions of both Exynos and Snapdragon. Snapdragon seems to be faster in last gens bench comparison but it will be a 2xQuad (exynos) vs Quad (SnapD) for this new phones. Well, we have to wait to see. Some apple IP5 users will say more core doesnt always mean more speed.

**tarheelblue0378** · 03-05-2013, 09:58 AM

Originally Posted by kingscross

I would back everything up and do a factory reset. Its a PITA but seems to be only way out.

Best way to back "everything" up? All my contacts are synched to google and media are on external SD already.

Originally Posted by bogui94

Try using AdAway by TrustGo to find out what the issue might be.

Will look into

**bogui94** · 03-05-2013, 10:00 AM

Originally Posted by mgftp

Best reliable place for free apks?

And why does Chrome blow so much ass since the last update? Will they fix this?

No idea on the first. I usually google the name of the file with ".apk" to find a dl link.

Google dun goof'd with the update. No idea if they'll fix it in the next update. You should give Dolphin Browser a go in the meantime.

**BobDaNob** · 03-05-2013, 10:26 AM

Originally Posted by SDSammy

Unfortunately, Dolphin HD wasn't working properly for me either. Far too often, when trying to open a new tab, I'd have to do it three or four times for it to actually open.

I tried Firefox and immediately disliked it. It felt very slow. I'm actually thinking about going back to the standard browser.

What about Dolphin Mini? It isn't the same as Dolphin HD, and a lot of people prefer the nimble feel of Mini. I tend to lean more in Mini's direction myself, even though I have a high-end phone.

And Firefox BLOWS. It's amazing how slow, unintuitive and clunky it is. They're seriously dropping the ball on the mobile market and that sucks because I love Firefox. Bleh.

Originally Posted by Ramy33

Always been an Apple/iOS guy (even worked for Apple lol) but the Nexus 4 (and specifically Android 4.2) look fkn SOLID. Would love to give it a shot, any brahs with this feel? Wish I could afford to blow money just on a spare phone for fun. nerd life

People running stock android 4.2+, what�s your experience so far?

Got the Nexus 4 and it IS a thing of beauty - screaming fast, solid build and Jellybean 4.2.2 runs like butter on a hot pan. And undiluted Android?

Fugheddaboudit.

Originally Posted by MarathonerDude

I waited to get a nexus 4 since November and now that I've had it for 3 weeks I can say that I don't regret waiting this long for it. I'm in love with it. Can't imagine life without it (srs). My brother gave me an ipod touch to use before I got the nexus and although it served its purpose I can't go back to anything apple. It feels so constricted and outdated. Theres a reason why apple stock has been losing money and thats because apple has really lost their innovation. The only thing I can compliment on apple is the construction of their devices. Google on the other hand can do soo much more I will save you the time and recommend google.

also it feels good to show off my phone when my brothers both have iphones. ("it just works" bullsht)

brb bigger screen
brb download paid apps for free
brb don't need wallet to pay for sht
brb brb

Yes, if it had MicroSD storage it would be pretty much perfect.

Originally Posted by Kurt909

Suggestion for anyone looking for a new browser which is good with tabs: Sleipnir browser.

Just got it and really enjoying it

brb investigating.

**HouseBro** · 03-05-2013, 11:15 AM

Originally Posted by jinda628

For HTC? Well yes, that's one point for them. But these phones will be releasing newer versions of both Exynos and Snapdragon. Snapdragon seems to be faster in last gens bench comparison but it will be a 2xQuad (exynos) vs Quad (SnapD) for this new phones. Well, we have to wait to see. Some apple IP5 users will say more core doesnt always mean more speed.

nono. for the s4
america + LTE = gimped processors for battery life (srs) look it up, it's virtually confirmed

**jinda628** · 03-05-2013, 11:41 AM

Originally Posted by HouseBro

nono. for the s4
america + LTE = gimped processors for battery life (srs) look it up, it's virtually confirmed

Link brah?

All my searches gives me Exynos 5 results. And there's no official/confirmation of the specs yet.
I know Samsung gimped US S3 version but they didnt gimp the CPU for Note 2 even on LTE versions.
And one of the advantages they claim for 8 cores is better battery consumption.

**Mcflibber** · 03-05-2013, 12:28 PM

Originally Posted by HouseBro

nono. for the s4
america + LTE = gimped processors for battery life (srs) look it up, it's virtually confirmed

get on dat dere international version then get on tmobiles hspa+ via straight talk and cutting the sim down to micro sim size.

wont be lte capable though, tmobiles hspa+ is as fast as lte though

**chevro1et** · 03-05-2013, 02:39 PM

Otterbox Commuter for GS3 on sale, great case.
http://www.androidcentral.com/deal-d...case-galaxy-s3

**1quick1** · 03-05-2013, 03:21 PM

I haven't had lag on my last 3 phones (iPhone 4, Htc One X, now Note 2).

I feel waiting for a more powerful processor is silly at this point. It's all dick measuring. Get the one that has the best UI/OS, best battery life, and camera.

BRB not buying 1.7ghz quad-core processor phone cause the 'new' 1.8ghz quad-core is coming. Dick measuring I swear.

**Reckless187** · 03-05-2013, 06:10 PM

Any of you guys buy the Humble Bundle Game offers? You pay as little or as much as you want. part of the money goes to charity, part to developers etc. Some amazing deals on offer guys.

**mgftp** · 03-05-2013, 06:42 PM