Hello,
I'm relatively new to Android, I've been through 2 devices in the past 2 year (Samsung Galaxy Europa and ZTE Crescent) and the development for my Crescent has started to die (Due to it being armv6 and Qualcomm not releasing what we need to progress ROMs) so I was wondering what the best phone (under £150) with good development would be?
It needs to be armv7 and have a decent size screen (My Crescent is HDPI 3.5" with a 480x800 resolution and it a nice size so that's a guideline)
Any ideas? Is the Ascend G300 an armv7 device because I hear nothing but good things about it.
Thanks
Yep i'm looking for the same, and i found dis::
www zopomobileshop * com
The phone are cheapy and they can be flashed. You can root them at the buying...
i think the sony ericsson xperia mini pro is a good choice
it has an armv7 1ghz cpu but the screen size is only 3"
it costs here in germany only 110€ (as far as i know)
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i have some other higher end android phones, and just got a cute mini pro. It is much better than i expected, and I have no problem at all in using it despite its small size! Really a gem compared to other giants! Glad to have it to add to my collection!
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Um, are you talking about X10 Mini Pro (U20) or Mini Pro (SK17)?
the one with 1Ghz processor, and 5m camera, i.e. the newer model.
-_-, wrong subforum...
Hello,
I'm looking to buy a new phone but I can't seem to find a decent choice of armv7 devices available in the United Kingdom. I basically want to replace my ZTE Crescent with an armv7 phone that has a 3.5-4" screen and a decent community behind it so it must have root access, custom recovery and a few roms available.
So far, I can only find the Huawai Ascend G300, does anybody know of any more devices available in the UK under £150?
Thanks
is the lg o2x available? lgp990
just got official ics so will have full functional cm10.
tegra2 has great graphics at a now budget price
Iconia A100 CM10 PRIVATE BUILD, TabletUI, Updated to 11/03/12 Source; godmachine v2.0 kernel
Galaxy ace.
Xperia U
Galaxy ace 2
Htc One V
check also amazon
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Galaxy Ace isn't ARMv7.
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i know, but it is in the price range
and ics was ported to it from what i remeber, also an active acommunity available.
Hi guys, I'm looking for a phone that meets the following requirements -
Fast Performance(Good CPU)
At least 2GB RAM
Display - At least 5 inches
Camera - Decent is ok (rear and front)
Internal Storage - 8GB+
Expandable memory
Good GPU to be able to play games
Android 4.4 (at least)
Price - Less than $350 / EUR 320
LG Nexus 5
Xperia Z3 Compact
LG G Pro 2
Samsung Galaxy E7
And others...
You must check any of the websites that provide u with handsets based on your price range and then decide the one you like based on your specs requirements and shape likings.
Anyways, best of luck for your buying, would like to know your final decision
Techhology Dot Com
Thanks for your reply, I haven't decided yet, I'll let you know.
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Just saw this article about a new 6.44 display phone from Xiaomi......could be the Z Ultra replacement we've been waiting for?!? I like the 6.44 screen size, which has been perfect for me.
if it has onscreen buttons i would be very interested
but for now - Z Ultra
I think it is the first viable replacement for the Ultra. It provide 128 GB of storage + microSDXC, which is an excellent upgrade from the Ultra 16 GB. The AnTuTu scores for similar devices indicate a decent upgrade as well: around 80,000 which is a step forward but it is possible the 652 version will be even better.
The main question is 240 DPI operation and ROM development. Items such as softbuttons doesn't worry me since it is possible to enable them with the right ROM/tweaks. LTE bands are another question but I would assume a similar setup as the C6833 more or less.
I think the Max is the first device since the Ultra that can be considered a step forward in most aspects.
There is another contender in the works, though: ZTE Nubia X8, which promises up to 4K and a Snapdragon 823. It is worth to wait for it before making any final decision. As the situation is now with Sony probably out of the game (a Z3 TC successor would have been very interesting but nothing in that regard seems to exist and they failed to replace the Z4 Tablet), it seems like the only companies providing devices of the right category are Huawei (MediaPad/Max series), Xiaomi (Max) and ZTE (Nubia).
It seems to be a choice between a Huawei MediaPad X3/M3/P9 Max (i.e. new devices replacing the 2 series), Xiaomi Max or ZTE Nubia X8. Other brands seems to be stuck at 6 inches or smaller.
E90 Commie said:
I think it is the first viable replacement for the Ultra. It provide 128 GB of storage + microSDXC, which is an excellent upgrade from the Ultra 16 GB. The AnTuTu scores for similar devices indicate a decent upgrade as well: around 80,000 which is a step forward but it is possible the 652 version will be even better.
The main question is 240 DPI operation and ROM development. Items such as softbuttons doesn't worry me since it is possible to enable them with the right ROM/tweaks. LTE bands are another question but I would assume a similar setup as the C6833 more or less.
I think the Max is the first device since the Ultra that can be considered a step forward in most aspects.
There is another contender in the works, though: ZTE Nubia X8, which promises up to 4K and a Snapdragon 823. It is worth to wait for it before making any final decision. As the situation is now with Sony probably out of the game (a Z3 TC successor would have been very interesting but nothing in that regard seems to exist and they failed to replace the Z4 Tablet), it seems like the only companies providing devices of the right category are Huawei (MediaPad/Max series), Xiaomi (Max) and ZTE (Nubia).
It seems to be a choice between a Huawei MediaPad X3/M3/P9 Max (i.e. new devices replacing the 2 series), Xiaomi Max or ZTE Nubia X8. Other brands seems to be stuck at 6 inches or smaller.
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The only problem with the Mi Max is there are no LTE bands for the US. I was considering one as well. I replaced my ZU with a Mediapad X2 last year and it's still a great phone even without LTE here.
Look for vernee apollo. just for 299usd and you will get 10core cpu and 6gb ram and 128gb storage and 20mp camera.
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Look for vernee apollo. just for 299usd and you will get 10core cpu and 6gb ram and 128gb storage and 20mp camera.
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its 5.5"
This is discussion for replacements for Z Ultra - we want BIG screen!
panyan said:
its 5.5"
This is discussion for replacements for Z Ultra - we want BIG screen!
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I totally second this! There's something about the 6.4 inch screen that is perfect for everyday use and for watching videos. I can't imagine myself downsizing to a 6 inch phone.....my eyes literally get strained from watching videos on a 6 inch screen
The new Zen phone 3 ultra looks interesting too.
Tech tablets review is very positive
http://techtablets.com/2016/06/xiaomi-mi-max-review-full-detailed-video-review/
Please advice me what to buy. I want an android-without-google phone. With e.g. cyanogenmod, or any other. I am good with computers, and coding, but myself I have no clue yet about Android development.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) seems better supported in this forum - so perhaps a fully functional ROM will appear earlier? True?
But it has only 1.5 GB RAM. All specs here.
The Wiko ufeel is cheaper and looks like the more powerful hardware (e.g. 3 GB RAM), all specs here, and their marketing stuff.
But xda-developers.com does not even have a subforum for Wiko yet? Does that perhaps mean, it is unlikely there will be a ROM soon?
But both have non-removable batteries, which sounds really idiotic.
Which other phone would you suggest in that price range, with similar specs? For which there is already (or soon will be) a fully functional alternative ROM?
I am asking because I own a Sony xperia E1 (yes, I know, stupid me), and even after 21 months there is no ROM ready. This time, I want to be cleverer, and first check the forums, before I buy the hardware.
What do you suggest? Any hint much appreciated!
Thanks a lot for your time!
P.S.:
Another (much pricier, probably too much for me?) suggestion was the Sony Z5 compact, but after my E1 experience I am not a big Sony fan anymore... (?)
But yes, all 3 phones are "small" - I really don't want a semi-tablet sized telephone.
Hi,
Out of the three phones I would advice the Sony Z5 compact... it's an amazing and solid device .... By far the best out of the three. If you are reluctant because of the experience you had with the E1, relax ... it's totally different. On the very plus side, the development is quite alive for all Sony device and you will probably extend it's longer then the other ones.
If you find out that you can't get, because it cost double the price of the 2 others. I would recommend the Wiko ufeel.
One friend of mine have it and I played a bit with it. It's a solid device. Beautiful (yes it depends), smooth, fast. The screen is not that great (not to say poor). Main camera do a descent job, not outstanding. Battery life is average by my standards (better than my LG G3, worst then the OP2)
... But you will probably never have a custom ROM for it here on XDA. To get it rooted we spend more then 2 weeks ... finally got it rooted with some Russian forums (used G-translate to read).
I would never recommend a Samsung device ... never ever. BULL****.
Depending on you taste and budget, have a look to the OPPO A37 and Huawei P9 lite. I dont know which country you are in, but they should be available all over the world.
My rating:
1. Sony Z5 compact
2. Huawei P9 lite
3. OPPO A37
4. Wiko ufeel
5. A3 (2016)