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[QUOTE=Gulen;45035802]They just replaced it, without taking yours?[/QUOTE] I'm guessing it's more like "We'll send you a new phone, put the broken one in the bag, put this stamp on it and mail it back when you get it"
Seems I ran into a impasse with the original owner of this GT-I9001. Story is he dropped his SII, obviously digitizer is broken, and somehow the phone doesn't turn on anymore. Now he asks his GT-I9001 back, which I can understand, now I'm in the process of removing my user data. Now fast forward to my problem, as I'm used to having a Android phone now, I want to get a new one myself. Which phone would be recommended to get? I'm not looking for a crappy budget phone, but one which comes in the area of the Nexus 5. I've heard stories about the G2 being good, the Moto X, and the Nexus 5. So now I'm doubting what to pick. [editline]8th June 2014[/editline] Oh, he just sent me a message that it's too much hassle in all of the sudden and that I can keep it for the time being. My point kinda still stands though, I want to get a phone so I can give his GT-I9001 back later on.
[QUOTE=kaze4159;45035821]I'm guessing it's more like "We'll send you a new phone, put the broken one in the bag, put this stamp on it and mail it back when you get it"[/QUOTE]This. Either way, I didn't pay for it. I believe 4.4.3 broke my shit, but idk
[QUOTE=Gulen;45035802]They just replaced it, without taking yours?[/QUOTE] What Google does is sends you a replacement device which is brand new, when you get it you have 7 days to return the defective one with the shipping label Google gives you. They basically pay for the shipping and it costs you nothing at the end. Only a hold on your credit card in case you don't return it or the returned device doesn't pass inspection (broken screen, missing stuff in the box).
[QUOTE=garychencool;45036152]What Google does is sends you a replacement device which is brand new, when you get it you have 7 days to return the defective one with the shipping label Google gives you. They basically pay for the shipping and it costs you nothing at the end. Only a hold on your credit card in case you don't return it or the returned device doesn't pass inspection (broken screen, missing stuff in the box).[/QUOTE]Yeah, they said exactly this. So i mean, T-mobile couldn't do anything so they are getting me a new one. I even don't have to pay for my 5 days of service I won't have. Free overnight shipping, and a prepaid return label, along with a new Nexus 5 and discounted service, not too bad.
So I thought the charging port on my N4 was broken because it popped out if you looked at it funny. On a whim decided to clear all the pocket lint out of it... Definitely removed like 2mm of compacted fluff from the bottom of the charging port... :pwn:
[QUOTE=roflcakes;45036403]So I thought the charging port on my N4 was broken because it popped out if you looked at it funny. On a whim decided to clear all the pocket lint out of it... Definitely removed like 2mm of compacted fluff from the bottom of the charging port... :pwn:[/QUOTE] My iPod's headphone port had the same problem. One side cutting out, weird crossover shit. Dug a huge chunk of uniform coloured lint out of it
[QUOTE=ClaBrendon;45036380]Yeah, they said exactly this. So i mean, T-mobile couldn't do anything so they are getting me a new one. I even don't have to pay for my 5 days of service I won't have. Free overnight shipping, and a prepaid return label, along with a new Nexus 5 and discounted service, not too bad.[/QUOTE] Which is why I would buy stuff off the google play store instead of elsewhere
[QUOTE=kaze4159;45036642]My iPod's headphone port had the same problem. One side cutting out, weird crossover shit. Dug a huge chunk of uniform coloured lint out of it[/QUOTE] My iPhone eventually started saying "This accesory is not supported" That's when I realized I might have a bit of lint in the port... [editline]8th June 2014[/editline] [QUOTE=garychencool;45036670]Which is why I would buy stuff off the google play store instead of elsewhere[/QUOTE] I'm not too keen on the part where it'd fail inspection if the screen was broken.
I am Still amazed that people port the latest Android version even to older phones, just found out that there are now 4.4.3 Roms for my Note 1.
[QUOTE=Merijnwitje;45035822]Seems I ran into a impasse with the original owner of this GT-I9001. Story is he dropped his SII, obviously digitizer is broken, and somehow the phone doesn't turn on anymore. Now he asks his GT-I9001 back, which I can understand, now I'm in the process of removing my user data. Now fast forward to my problem, as I'm used to having a Android phone now, I want to get a new one myself. Which phone would be recommended to get? I'm not looking for a crappy budget phone, but one which comes in the area of the Nexus 5. I've heard stories about the G2 being good, the Moto X, and the Nexus 5. So now I'm doubting what to pick. [editline]8th June 2014[/editline] Oh, he just sent me a message that it's too much hassle in all of the sudden and that I can keep it for the time being. My point kinda still stands though, I want to get a phone so I can give his GT-I9001 back later on.[/QUOTE] If you're considering the G2/N5 the Moto X is probably too small and too slow. It's a great form factor and overall phone but it's just not worth how much it is. If you want the best phone from a OEM which has their software on it stock but is totally simple to root and install a recovery. If you like the idea of rear facing buttons. Get the G2. It's kinda nice to have the stock software as an option to AOSP. If you want a good new phone from Google with an open boot loader to flash basically expanded/improved stock style roms and good resale value. Get the N5. IMO, the G2 is totally worth it. Knock on(supported on any decent rom), and rear facing buttons are things which I couldn't imagine living without now. I'm not even going to mention that the only time I [b]EVER[/b] have to worry about charging it before a day is over is when I use it to tether my chromecast for 3-4 hours of Netflix. Trying to use someone else's Galaxy S4/S5 or a Nexus 4 is basically a uncomfortable hand gymnastic trying to just unlock the phone. Now I understand it definitely doesn't feel like that to someone used of the phone but when you get something that has incredibly better button placement and screen function, you don't want to go back.
[QUOTE=diwako;45037074]I am Still amazed that people port the latest Android version even to older phones, just found out that there are now 4.4.3 Roms for my Note 1.[/QUOTE] Note 1 isn't that old of a phone.
[QUOTE=Gulen;45036994] I'm not too keen on the part where it'd fail inspection if the screen was broken.[/QUOTE] Well Google did say the device had to be in good condition, if you cracked the screen and RMA, they will charge you for the screen repair. Also the return shipping goes to your local city, not all the way back to central USA or where ever it shipped from for inspection and return processing.
so now everything crashes at regular intervals am i really gonna have to factory reset again? android seems pretty unstable honestly
Well, you are messing with custom firmware. It's roughly the same as trying to install Android on an iOS device. You may very well have fucked something up during the installation (like I did), and that's causing your problems.
I just updated. I could try restoring a backup I suppose.
[QUOTE=Giraffen93;45037730]I just updated. I could try restoring a backup I suppose.[/QUOTE] you could try another rom too
[QUOTE=slayer3032;45037097] IMO, the G2 is totally worth it. Knock on(supported on any decent rom), and rear facing buttons are things which I couldn't imagine living without now. I'm not even going to mention that the only time I [b]EVER[/b] have to worry about charging it before a day is over is when I use it to tether my chromecast for 3-4 hours of Netflix. Trying to use someone else's Galaxy S4/S5 or a Nexus 4 is basically a uncomfortable hand gymnastic trying to just unlock the phone. Now I understand it definitely doesn't feel like that to someone used of the phone but when you get something that has incredibly better button placement and screen function, you don't want to go back.[/QUOTE] It's a shame a lot of people seem to totally disregard the G2 because of the rear facing buttons. It takes like a day to get used to.
[QUOTE=Scot;45038034]It's a shame a lot of people seem to totally disregard the G2 because of the rear facing buttons. It takes like a day to get used to.[/QUOTE] I bought the G2 because of the rear facing buttons, I haven't met anyone who has ever disliked them that bothered to use the phone for a period of time. The only people who don't like them, wanted a Samsung phone instead or blindly defend Samsung as the best ever. That or they are simply uninformed people who just read the reviewers who are in Samsung's pocket. [url]http://www.ibtimes.com/lg-g3-sales-good-start-outselling-samsung-galaxy-s5-3-1-1594453[/url] In Korea the LG G3 is [b]outselling[/b] the Galaxy S5 [b]3-1[/b], it's an absolute godsend to see Samsung get the heat put to them as they produce lesser quality phones. The market is shifting to include some new serious competition and LG is finally getting their shit together as a proper OEM. The LG G3 is going to put a serious dent into the Samsung status quo market. I don't see side buttons being a viable option at the size that phones are now this time around. When they get even bigger it will go the path of the G Flex where it's slightly curved. Better grip, feel and comfort in your pocket, side buttons won't work period and will make the hand gymnastics worse that you need to do to not press more than one button on a Samsung phone. I'd like to see a device the profile of the G Flex but fall into the next set of flagships.
All this half life 2 on android brings back memories of playing half life 1 on the doom engine on 1st gen iPod Nano.
[QUOTE=Sam Za Nemesis;45038726][vid]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1011114/WP_20140608_001.webm[/vid] Might as well ditch my computer entirely now[/QUOTE] Get Slimport to hdmi adapter, connect your TV. Get Bluetooth mouse and keyboard for navigation and input.
why are you attacking your keyboard :x
[QUOTE=Sam Za Nemesis;45039159]SDL doesn't get android mouse input though[/QUOTE] Uhh Bluetooth connected game Controller? At some point, someone will or has made something that would intercept the mouse input and make Android ignore it and feed said input directly into the game like a computer mouse..
We need to port GMod 9.0.4 to it :v although then we'd need to port GMod 9.0.4 to Source 2013.
[QUOTE=garychencool;45021479]Something about the iptables being incorrect was mentioned to me (in the Android group chat) and you can fix it if you're rooted.[/QUOTE] Yeah I have the same issue on my S3 running Cyanogenmod. Fix is to run some script each time at boot. Weird how the Nexus 5 has this problem since you can get a Nexus 5 through Rogers. Wonder how their tech support handles this one.
[QUOTE=slayer3032;45037097]If you're considering the G2/N5 the Moto X is probably too small and too slow. It's a great form factor and overall phone but it's just not worth how much it is. If you want the best phone from a OEM which has their software on it stock but is totally simple to root and install a recovery. If you like the idea of rear facing buttons. Get the G2. It's kinda nice to have the stock software as an option to AOSP. If you want a good new phone from Google with an open boot loader to flash basically expanded/improved stock style roms and good resale value. Get the N5. IMO, the G2 is totally worth it. Knock on(supported on any decent rom), and rear facing buttons are things which I couldn't imagine living without now. I'm not even going to mention that the only time I [b]EVER[/b] have to worry about charging it before a day is over is when I use it to tether my chromecast for 3-4 hours of Netflix. Trying to use someone else's Galaxy S4/S5 or a Nexus 4 is basically a uncomfortable hand gymnastic trying to just unlock the phone. Now I understand it definitely doesn't feel like that to someone used of the phone but when you get something that has incredibly better button placement and screen function, you don't want to go back.[/QUOTE] I've been checking both the G2 and Nexus 5 out. To my idea the G2 offers more features than I need, like that IR blaster. I'm quite the light Android user, but I like to experiment around. As for usage, I use 'my' phone whenever a computer isn't available to read Facepunch, talk with some Steam friends and all that. Therefore I think the Nexus 5 will suit my needs good enough, especially that the phone is highly customizable with its open bootloader is appealing to me. Think I managed to come to a decision now. Thanks for the help.
[QUOTE=Gran PC;45038027]you could try another rom too[/QUOTE] then i'd need to redo all my settings anyway
[QUOTE=Sam Za Nemesis;45038726][vid]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1011114/WP_20140608_001.webm[/vid] Might as well ditch my computer entirely now[/QUOTE] how
[QUOTE=Giraffen93;45041292]then i'd need to redo all my settings anyway[/QUOTE] yeah but maybe you'd find something more stable. i personally haven't had one single issue with omnirom updates, just saying :v:
[QUOTE=Gran PC;45041825]yeah but maybe you'd find something more stable. i personally haven't had one single issue with omnirom updates, just saying :v:[/QUOTE] well as long as i can use the s-pen it would work i guess i really hate reinstalling stuff, my current windows install is nearing 5 years
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