I'm up for upgrade and I am waiting on ICS and I was hoping it would come to AT&T in october but I can find no evidence of this. Seems that the Nexus Prime will be going to Verizon. Anyone have any idea when AT&T will get an ICS device?
At this point it is all speculation but I am pretty sure I read on Boygeniusreport they were expecting in october!
xx_bluedev_xx said:
At this point it is all speculation but I am pretty sure I read on Boygeniusreport they were expecting in october!
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I know ICS is expected in October but I can't find any sign of an ICS device at AT&T. I'll go look but if you have a link I'd appreciate it greatly!
this is a bit weak but...http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/08/nexus-prime-confirmed-maybe/
this is the nexus primed, believed to have LTE radios, which puts it likely at verizon or att, it is obviously THE flagship device, possibly sporting a 1.5 ghz dual core, 4.5 inch screen etc.
xx_bluedev_xx said:
this is a bit weak but...http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/08/nexus-prime-confirmed-maybe/
this is the nexus primed, believed to have LTE radios, which puts it likely at verizon or att, it is obviously THE flagship device, possibly sporting a 1.5 ghz dual core, 4.5 inch screen etc.
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But recently Verizon said that they wont be getting the Samsung Galaxy SII because they are getting a better Samsung phone so its looking like the Galaxy SII will go to ATT and Verizon will get the Nexus Prime...
and in the ATT product lineup for Q3 & Q4 that was released had no phones running on ICS...
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I am thinking of upgrading to the VZW galaxy 2 when it is released it looks promising does anyone know when it will be released it is said to be loaded with 2.3 gingerbread dualcore ETC: or would i be better of going with the tbolt?
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I am thinking of upgrading to the VZW galaxy 2 when it is released it looks promising does anyone know when it will be released it is said to be loaded with 2.3 gingerbread dualcore ETC: or would i be better of going with the tbolt?
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no release date or eta is out...rumors according to leaked roadmaps indicate may/june-ish but who knows...the bolt was pegged at january and turned into mid march
if u *need* to upgrade now for some reason get the bolt...but if u dont live in a 4g area ur better off waiting
Thank You for the info I dont need to upgrade there is vzw 4g in my area I was considering a upgrade because verizon has offered me a early upgrade on any device until the end of the month I really want to wait until the Galaxy2 becomes available . I can only hope it would be this month or hope they will allow me a upgrade to 4g device when available I want to get a 4g before the unltd data price increase for 4g happens.
I doubt the SGS2 will be available before mid-summer. The international version is supposed to be released this month, and if they follow suit from the original SGS line, the US variants will launch starting in the summer. VZW was last to release last year, in September, so it's possible we could be waiting until then
Wanna buy an SII but now I've read that there's the Hercules coming and cyanogenmod on SII still isn't out -- so shall i wait?
spec-wise it's a monster:
http://versus.io/en/samsung-galaxy-hercules-vs-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
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Wanna buy an SII but now I've read that there's the Hercules coming and cyanogenmod on SII still isn't out -- so shall i wait?
spec-wise it's a monster:
http://versus.io/en/samsung-galaxy-hercules-vs-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
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I would wait for the one after hercules tbh
If you wait, you'll always get better tech.
That page has a big mistake at least for UK phones: The GS2 has 1.2 GHz Cpus nto 1.0GHz so in real life there would probably be not much difference. The Screen size is personal preference and the download speed for the GS2 isn't supported by UK networks yet so you probably won't see any difference in speeds there. On Vodafone HSDPA+ I haven't got more than about 6Mb/s.
All applicable if in the UK of course.
I waited 6 months for a dual core after my contract expired, damn longest 6 months in my life, never again lol
Samsung Hercules is the T-Mobile (US) variant of the SGSII
http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobileboun...like_the_stuff_from_your_dreams-news-2658.php
http://www.androidcentral.com/t-mobile’s-2011-roadmap-includes-plenty-android
stoney73 said:
I would wait for the one after hercules tbh
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Tbh I would wait for the one after the one after the hurcules
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+1
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Samsung Hercules is the T-Mobile (US) variant of the SGSII
http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobileboun...like_the_stuff_from_your_dreams-news-2658.php
http://www.androidcentral.com/t-mobile’s-2011-roadmap-includes-plenty-android
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quakermaas said:
Samsung Hercules is the T-Mobile (US) variant of the SGSII
http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobileboun...like_the_stuff_from_your_dreams-news-2658.php
http://www.androidcentral.com/t-mobile’s-2011-roadmap-includes-plenty-android
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Wonder why Sammy is going to use the snapdragon as opposed to the exynos chip in the Hercules.
rob_h said:
If you wait, you'll always get better tech.
That page has a big mistake at least for UK phones: The GS2 has 1.2 GHz Cpus nto 1.0GHz so in real life there would probably be not much difference. The Screen size is personal preference and the download speed for the GS2 isn't supported by UK networks yet so you probably won't see any difference in speeds there. On Vodafone HSDPA+ I haven't got more than about 6Mb/s.
All applicable if in the UK of course.
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3uk's network is upgrading to 21.1mbps (hsdpa+) this month which is what T-Mobile and others are calling 4G in USA.
The network It is currently 14.4mbps, location permitting obviously.
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Wonder why Sammy is going to use the snapdragon as opposed to the exynos chip in the Hercules.
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Might be for compability reasons
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just wait for the samsung hercules III...technology is always outdoing itself, so if you wait, there's only gonna be the next gen tech that comes out that would make you regret making that purchase. honestly for me, an additional .2" screen, .3Ghz cpu, and extra Mbps (that you probably wont even use) isnt significant enough for me to hold off, unless the original sgsII isn't compatible with your network.
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Samsung Hercules is the T-Mobile (US) variant of the SGSII
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For some reason, T-Mobile's not getting a SGS2 variant. The Hercules is a modified version of the U.S. only AT&T Infuse. It won't have USB2G, Wi-Fi Direct, or Bluetooth 3.0. It'll have a dual-core SoC but it's not intended to be as premium a device as the SGS2. Think SGSZ.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SGH-I997ZKAATT-features
DAyellow said:
Wanna buy an SII but now I've read that there's the Hercules coming and cyanogenmod on SII still isn't out -- so shall i wait?
spec-wise it's a monster:
http://versus.io/en/samsung-galaxy-hercules-vs-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
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If you're on T-Mobile and don't want to change carriers, then yes, it's probably a better choice. It'll be loaded with T-Mobile crapware and you'll be forever dependent on T-Mobile for updates. It won't sell in nearly the same quantities as the SGS2 and its U.S. variants so it will most likely have less dev support. Also, because it's using a unique SoC a lot of the dev work might not be easily portable from other Samsung phones. Look at the Infuse dev forum and it should give you an idea of what to expect in terms of dev support.
The Nexus Prime should have all bands available for worldwide use. You could take a look into that.
Yeah Nexus Prime will be the phone to rule them all (for awhile).
Its very much like buying a car...
Early 2011 like january or feb 2011? It's great to get the 2011 reg plated vehicle right?
but into the last couple of months of 2011 and you might want to hold on until 2012 for the latest and best vehicle.
Others may wait for 2012 just SO that they can buy the 2011 model, which is just as good for alot cheaper. A bit like all the iphones then... uh oh! I said the forbidden word.
if im not mistaken the hercules IS identical to the S2 but 0.2'' larger sreen
and prob not as thin and light..and thats it..
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if im not mistaken the hercules IS identical to the S2 but 0.2'' larger sreen
and prob not as thin and light..and thats it..
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It also has a Qualcomm processor instead of the Exynos.
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It also has a Qualcomm processor instead of the Exynos.
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so is this a good thing or no?
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so is this a good thing or no?
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The Exynos will remain faster in games, but Qualcomm's processor will seem to be faster due to the clock rate increase.
Crap what to do what to do....
http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-headed-to-usa-on-att-says-fcc-30184411/
I have had a cracked screened iphone since May waiting on the SGSII for AT&T... Im not gonna let speculations determine how long I wait for a new device ever again haha.
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I have had a cracked screened iphone since May waiting on the SGSII for AT&T... Im not gonna let speculations determine how long I wait for a new device ever again haha.
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I'm on the same boat, but this and the nexus prime both make me wonder.
i'm getting this no matter what. i'm tired of my fruit.... no more apples and mangoes.... back to the green robot i go.... and if something like and hd/note/prime comes out, the wife will be getting a pretty cool hand me down
"If you always wait for the latest and greatest, you'll never own a phone"
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Crap what to do what to do....
http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-headed-to-usa-on-att-says-fcc-30184411/
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Nothing about that article says the Galaxy Note is coming to AT&T.
In fact if you look at the model number, it's clear that the version that just went through FCC approval will never be sold by AT&T. Usable on AT&T - yes. Actually sold by AT&T - no.
AT&T phones have a model designator starting with SGH. SGH-I897 (Captivate), SGH-I997 (Infuse), SGH-I777 (AT&T GSII)
International generic units have a model designator starting with GT. The unit in that article is GT-I9220. So it's an international model that, while it will work on AT&T's network, will NEVER be sold by them in a contract-subsidized fashion. AT&T has NEVER sold a GT model on contract in the United states. If history is any indicator, if the Galaxy Note is ever sold by AT&T, it's going to be about a six month latency before the AT&T version drops. (See, for example, the delay between the GT-I9100 and the SGH-I777)
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Nothing about that article says the Galaxy Note is coming to AT&T.
In fact if you look at the model number, it's clear that the version that just went through FCC approval will never be sold by AT&T. Usable on AT&T - yes. Actually sold by AT&T - no.
AT&T phones have a model designator starting with SGH. SGH-I897 (Captivate), SGH-I997 (Infuse), SGH-I777 (AT&T GSII)
International generic units have a model designator starting with GT. The unit in that article is GT-I9220. So it's an international model that, while it will work on AT&T's network, will NEVER be sold by them in a contract-subsidized fashion. AT&T has NEVER sold a GT model on contract in the United states. If history is any indicator, if the Galaxy Note is ever sold by AT&T, it's going to be about a six month latency before the AT&T version drops. (See, for example, the delay between the GT-I9100 and the SGH-I777)
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How would one obtain an international version for T-Mo then? Or is it a possibility that they will pick it up?
If it's like the I9100, an International variant supporting the T-Mobile bands won't exist. T-Mobile may or may not sell their own variant.
The heavy customization of the T-Mobile GS2 is a sign that you likely won't see the Note sold on contract with TMo or even any compatible with their 3G bands.
I'm happy with my Streak...even if it is still running 2.2.2, but, I'm looking at the Note also. If it gets to at&t before summer of 2012, I'll grab it.
Is it going to have a notifications led light?
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If it's like the I9100, an International variant supporting the T-Mobile bands won't exist. T-Mobile may or may not sell their own variant.
The heavy customization of the T-Mobile GS2 is a sign that you likely won't see the Note sold on contract with TMo or even any compatible with their 3G bands.
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It must suck being on a carrier that uses 3G bands that basically no one else in the world uses...
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I'm happy with my Streak...even if it is still running 2.2.2, but, I'm looking at the Note also. If it gets to at&t before summer of 2012, I'll grab it.
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yah i was loving the streak too (esp with steve's excellent builds). but i sold that for the s2, and i really miss the big screen. for me, the sgs2 feels like a downgrade hahahaha. ill be getting the note when it comes out full price. might have to sell the s2 to help pay for it
Really want to lug around a 5.3 inch screen for a daily device? Your back pockets won't forgive you. 4.5 is the largest that is comfy I think...
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Really want to lug around a 5.3 inch screen for a daily device? Your back pockets won't forgive you. 4.5 is the largest that is comfy I think...
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+1........
I've carried the 5" streak in a velcro closing belt loop case for over a year w/o any problems. The Note, with the 5.3" screen has less top & bottom than the streak does, so it won't be all that different
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Really want to lug around a 5.3 inch screen for a daily device? Your back pockets won't forgive you. 4.5 is the largest that is comfy I think...
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TOO Big for my taste. and too small to be a "pad"... not sure where this falls in to .. I'll be keeping my SGS2... only thing I WOULD change to is the Prime
I think the Note would be great for me, especially at work where carring even a 7" pad would be restrictive. I would use the stylus to write my notes all day long at work.
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Really want to lug around a 5.3 inch screen for a daily device? Your back pockets won't forgive you. 4.5 is the largest that is comfy I think...
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I've had the streak in my pocket every day since December 26 2010. Not an issue at all, if it is then you haven't owned one or have a very small figure or wear skinny jeans. I can't wait for the Note to come out, it will be in my pockets daily as my personal phone, along with my Atrix work phone. And BTW, the Streak is more often in my front pocket than back.
I've had the S2 since Friday and I love it. However, I have had my eye on the Note since I heard about it last month. Looks like a lucky family member will be getting my S2 once the Note come out If I don't like the Note then I'll take my S2 back, I can because I'm indian.
Trying to figure out what the chances are that AT&T releases the Galaxy S2 HD LTE in the next month or so. I'm pretty sure the ATT variant with the 720p HD screen went through the FCC a few weeks back...are they going to release yet another S2 variant this year?
I'm in a, soon to be, LTE market - so I think I've settled on either getting the skyrocket now, or trying to hold out for another month and see what they announce.
I know there's probably no concrete answer to this question, unless any of you beta testers want to drop some hints, but any thoughts would be appreciated.
SkyRocket uses a CrapDragon CPU and Adreno GPU if you're aokay with that go with the SkyRocket.
I'd wait
the SG s2 hd lte, will be utilizing the same processor/gpu, with the exception of the larger HD screen, as the Skyrocket....
I've been trying to get info on what new phones will be available by the end of the year but the only phone I can find is the galaxy s3. Will this be the best high end model by q4 2012? Or should I hold out for something better?
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I've been trying to get info on what new phones will be available by the end of the year but the only phone I can find is the galaxy s3. Will this be the best high end model by q4 2012? Or should I hold out for something better?
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Its hard to say, phone tech evolves very fast. While the Galaxy S III will probably be a monster when it releases it can potentially be overshadowed by phones released in Q4. When i got the SGS Vibrant on Tmo i was excited to know it was the best phone they had then after getting locked into a contract the Vibrant 4G released, making me mad as hell.
Best thing i can suggest is do your research and find out the pros and cons of a phone you want to get and see if you can live for 2 years with that. I was interested in the HTC one S coming to Tmo but the only thing that is a turn off for me is the memory or better yet the lack of (16Gb internal and no expansion)