Android: Phone News and Discussion Thread
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Lol. Yeah. Pure marketing as always the case with Apple since these phones have been using the same sensors and never publicized it. The commenter explained why the iPhone didn't fare as well even though it uses the same stuff:
One thing the writers never mention about Android phones is their capability to use different light intensity when using flash. When iPhone uses flash, the intensity appears to aways be the same. It always seems to over-conpensate for whites.
It would be cool if the writer would take a picture in complete darkness. I notice cameras with dual LED flash can take very good picks in complete darkness, where the iPhone cannot.
It would be cool if the writer would take a picture in complete darkness. I notice cameras with dual LED flash can take very good picks in complete darkness, where the iPhone cannot.
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Pocketnow's Comparison of the iPhone 4S and the international Galaxy S II:
http://youtu.be/bphZoV8VrLc
Source: http://pocketnow.com/smartphone-news...axy-s-ii-video
For an 6 month old device the S II holds its own. Makes me want a white Galaxy S II. I guess I'll decide after the ICS announcement tomorrow.
http://youtu.be/bphZoV8VrLc
Source: http://pocketnow.com/smartphone-news...axy-s-ii-video
For an 6 month old device the S II holds its own. Makes me want a white Galaxy S II. I guess I'll decide after the ICS announcement tomorrow.
Last edited by CGFebTSX04; Oct 17, 2011 at 07:55 PM.
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The OMGsoamazingiPhone4SallhailApple's camera gets compared against the Android Elite...
http://www.pcworld.com/article/24195...oid_elite.html
http://www.pcworld.com/article/24195...oid_elite.html
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The OMGsoamazingiPhone4SallhailApple's camera gets compared against the Android Elite...
http://www.pcworld.com/article/24195...oid_elite.html
http://www.pcworld.com/article/24195...oid_elite.html
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Samsung Galaxy Nexus specs leaked?
Source: http://www.mobiletechworld.com/2011/...pecifications/
So it looks like there will be GSM versions and not exclusive to Verizon. It'll be using a PowerVR SGX540 for the GPU (Gotta take back what I wrote about the GPU. Gotta read up on the differences.) I guess we'll find out tonight if these specs are true or from a preproduction device.
Model: GT-I9250, GT-I9250T, GT-I9250M, SC-04D, SCH-I515
Code Name: Tuna, Tuna 4G
Straight size (length × width × thickness): 11.5 thickest part 136.0 × 68.0 × 8.8 / approx (mm)
Weight: about 135.0 (g)
OS: Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Version
Chip Set: Texas Instruments OMAP4460
CPU: ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore SMP (Dual-Core)
Operating frequency CPU: 1.2GHz
GPU: Imagination Technologies PowerVR SGX 540
Communication system (GT-I9250/GT-I9250M/GT-I9250M/SC-04D): W-CDMA, GSM
Communication Systems (SCH-I515): LTE, CDMA2000
Packet (GT-I9250/GT-I9250M/GT-I9250M/SC-04D): HSPA, EDGE, GPRS
Packet (SCH-I515): LTE, EV-DO Rev.A
The main display mode: HD Super AMOLED
Main display Size: 4.7 inches Main display resolution of about: HD (720 * 1280)
Maximum number of simultaneous colors Main display: Color touch 16777216 – capacitive (multi-touch)
View 3D: Display a non-sub: main camera not equipped with the number of pixels: Approximately 5.1 million pixel main camera imaging element: CMOS
Main camera features: AF
Photo Light: LED
Movie: 1080pHD (1920 * 1080)
Shot 3D: Number of non-sub-pixel Camera: 1.3 million pixel camera imaging element sub: CMOS
Water: Non-Dust: Non-Shock: non-authenticated Biotechnology: Non-
Flash: support
GPS: support
ISDB-T (1seg): Non-
RFID: NFC
Infrared communication: non-
Communication USB: 2.0
Communications Bluetooth: 3.0 + HS
Supported profiles: HFP1.5, HSP, A2DP, GAVDP, AVRCP, OPP, HID, PBAP, PAN
Wireless LAN communication: IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n (2.4GHz and 5.xGHz Dual-Band)
Tethering: Support
Wi-Fi Direct: support
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 32GB
External Memory: 32GB microSD up to a maximum 2GB/microSDHC
SIM Card: Size conventional battery pack: lithium-ion battery battery capacity: 1750mAh
Wireless Charging: Non
Colours: Black
Manufacturer: Samsung Electronics
Code Name: Tuna, Tuna 4G
Straight size (length × width × thickness): 11.5 thickest part 136.0 × 68.0 × 8.8 / approx (mm)
Weight: about 135.0 (g)
OS: Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Version
Chip Set: Texas Instruments OMAP4460
CPU: ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore SMP (Dual-Core)
Operating frequency CPU: 1.2GHz
GPU: Imagination Technologies PowerVR SGX 540
Communication system (GT-I9250/GT-I9250M/GT-I9250M/SC-04D): W-CDMA, GSM
Communication Systems (SCH-I515): LTE, CDMA2000
Packet (GT-I9250/GT-I9250M/GT-I9250M/SC-04D): HSPA, EDGE, GPRS
Packet (SCH-I515): LTE, EV-DO Rev.A
The main display mode: HD Super AMOLED
Main display Size: 4.7 inches Main display resolution of about: HD (720 * 1280)
Maximum number of simultaneous colors Main display: Color touch 16777216 – capacitive (multi-touch)
View 3D: Display a non-sub: main camera not equipped with the number of pixels: Approximately 5.1 million pixel main camera imaging element: CMOS
Main camera features: AF
Photo Light: LED
Movie: 1080pHD (1920 * 1080)
Shot 3D: Number of non-sub-pixel Camera: 1.3 million pixel camera imaging element sub: CMOS
Water: Non-Dust: Non-Shock: non-authenticated Biotechnology: Non-
Flash: support
GPS: support
ISDB-T (1seg): Non-
RFID: NFC
Infrared communication: non-
Communication USB: 2.0
Communications Bluetooth: 3.0 + HS
Supported profiles: HFP1.5, HSP, A2DP, GAVDP, AVRCP, OPP, HID, PBAP, PAN
Wireless LAN communication: IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n (2.4GHz and 5.xGHz Dual-Band)
Tethering: Support
Wi-Fi Direct: support
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 32GB
External Memory: 32GB microSD up to a maximum 2GB/microSDHC
SIM Card: Size conventional battery pack: lithium-ion battery battery capacity: 1750mAh
Wireless Charging: Non
Colours: Black
Manufacturer: Samsung Electronics
So it looks like there will be GSM versions and not exclusive to Verizon. It'll be using a PowerVR SGX540 for the GPU (Gotta take back what I wrote about the GPU. Gotta read up on the differences.) I guess we'll find out tonight if these specs are true or from a preproduction device.
Last edited by CGFebTSX04; Oct 18, 2011 at 11:06 AM.
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More details about the build name and model:
For the people wanting to know the GPU benchmarks (unofficial): http://www.glbenchmark.com/phonedeta...group=lowlevel
You can compare the GPU in the compare button with the other phones in the link above. In short:
4S > Galaxy S II > 4 > Galaxy Nexus
At least that's what the unoffical benchmarks of the Galaxy Nexus say. Its kinda hard to compare between iOS and Android as they use the GPU a little differently but then again most people won't even know the difference unless they did do a benchmark themselves.
Side note: I like how they named it internally Yakju which is refined rice wine in Korean. The Galaxy S line is called Soju which is rice wine in Korean.
android.os.Build.VERSION.RELEASE 4.0
4.0.1
Device Name
android.os.Build.DISPLAY yakju-userdebug 4.0.1 ICL12B 202663 dev-keys
yakju-userdebug 4.0 IFL10C 202180 dev-keys
android.os.Build.VERSION.SDK 14
android.os.Build.BOARD tuna
android.os.Build.BRAND google
android.os.Build.DEVICE maguro
android.os.Build.FINGERPRINT google/yakju/maguro:4.0/IFL10C/202180:userdebug/dev-keys
google/yakju/maguro:4.0.1/ICL12B/202663:userdebug/dev-keys
android.os.Build.HOST android-test-59.mtv.corp.google.com
vpbs22.mtv.corp.google.com
android.os.Build.MODEL Galaxy Nexus
android.os.Build.PRODUCT yakju
android.os.Build.TAGS dev-keys
android.os.Build.TIME 1318382402000
1318451913000
android.os.Build.TYPE userdebug
android.os.Build.USER android-build
android.os.Build.VERSION.INCREMENTAL 202180
202663
Device ID
Device Model ID
Device Vendor ID
Platform Name
Platform ID
OS Android
OS Build
OS Version Major
OS Version Minor
CPU Vendor
CPU Name
CPU Core
CPU Instruction Set
CPU Instruction Set ID
CPU Type
Reported CPU Architecture
Number of CPUs
Total Memory
Memory Page Size
Screen size 1196 x 720
System Color Bits
System Colors
Min CPU Freq 350 MHz
Max CPU Freq 1200 MHz
4.0.1
Device Name
android.os.Build.DISPLAY yakju-userdebug 4.0.1 ICL12B 202663 dev-keys
yakju-userdebug 4.0 IFL10C 202180 dev-keys
android.os.Build.VERSION.SDK 14
android.os.Build.BOARD tuna
android.os.Build.BRAND google
android.os.Build.DEVICE maguro
android.os.Build.FINGERPRINT google/yakju/maguro:4.0/IFL10C/202180:userdebug/dev-keys
google/yakju/maguro:4.0.1/ICL12B/202663:userdebug/dev-keys
android.os.Build.HOST android-test-59.mtv.corp.google.com
vpbs22.mtv.corp.google.com
android.os.Build.MODEL Galaxy Nexus
android.os.Build.PRODUCT yakju
android.os.Build.TAGS dev-keys
android.os.Build.TIME 1318382402000
1318451913000
android.os.Build.TYPE userdebug
android.os.Build.USER android-build
android.os.Build.VERSION.INCREMENTAL 202180
202663
Device ID
Device Model ID
Device Vendor ID
Platform Name
Platform ID
OS Android
OS Build
OS Version Major
OS Version Minor
CPU Vendor
CPU Name
CPU Core
CPU Instruction Set
CPU Instruction Set ID
CPU Type
Reported CPU Architecture
Number of CPUs
Total Memory
Memory Page Size
Screen size 1196 x 720
System Color Bits
System Colors
Min CPU Freq 350 MHz
Max CPU Freq 1200 MHz
You can compare the GPU in the compare button with the other phones in the link above. In short:
4S > Galaxy S II > 4 > Galaxy Nexus
At least that's what the unoffical benchmarks of the Galaxy Nexus say. Its kinda hard to compare between iOS and Android as they use the GPU a little differently but then again most people won't even know the difference unless they did do a benchmark themselves.
Side note: I like how they named it internally Yakju which is refined rice wine in Korean. The Galaxy S line is called Soju which is rice wine in Korean.
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Lol. Personally, I think the differences between them is so small that you couldn't really tell which shot was made by which phone. It shouldn't be touted as a feature though considering they made such a big deal about it. Then again, I guess I shouldn't be surprised as to why they were making a big deal about it. Besides Siri, they really didn't have much else to talk about.
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Holy crap the Droid RAZR is only 7.1 mm thin??? Galaxy S II is 8.5 mm and the 4S is 9.3 mm. How did they manage to pack all that stuff in there:
http://lockerz.com/s/148224234
It'll also have a 4.3" qHD SuperAMOLED display.
http://lockerz.com/s/148224234
It'll also have a 4.3" qHD SuperAMOLED display.
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Lol. Personally, I think the differences between them is so small that you couldn't really tell which shot was made by which phone. It shouldn't be touted as a feature though considering they made such a big deal about it. Then again, I guess I shouldn't be surprised as to why they were making a big deal about it. Besides Siri, they really didn't have much else to talk about.
In fact, being near one brings you that much closer to divinity...
The rest of us? Heretics.
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Homescreen --> Menu --> Settings --> Applications --> Manage Apps --> All Tab --> Market --> Clear Data.
Open up Market again and it should ask you to accept terms and agreement.
Also do the same for your apps that are force closing. Just clear the cache not data unless you don't need whatever was saved in that app (i.e. game saves, etc.)
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Yea Motorolla def has top of the line hardware. Stainless steel internal, Kevlar back! Gorilla glass, and its splash resistant.
I'm not reading those leaked things on the Galaxy Nexus (GN?)
I'm waiting till tonight!
Ohh and that Motorolla ACTV? The watch thing is pretty impressive. Copied the nano, but improved on it.
I'm not reading those leaked things on the Galaxy Nexus (GN?)
I'm waiting till tonight!
Ohh and that Motorolla ACTV? The watch thing is pretty impressive. Copied the nano, but improved on it.
Try clearing your data/cache:
Homescreen --> Menu --> Settings --> Applications --> Manage Apps --> All Tab --> Market --> Clear Data.
Open up Market again and it should ask you to accept terms and agreement.
Also do the same for your apps that are force closing. Just clear the cache not data unless you don't need whatever was saved in that app (i.e. game saves, etc.)
Homescreen --> Menu --> Settings --> Applications --> Manage Apps --> All Tab --> Market --> Clear Data.
Open up Market again and it should ask you to accept terms and agreement.
Also do the same for your apps that are force closing. Just clear the cache not data unless you don't need whatever was saved in that app (i.e. game saves, etc.)
That worked Thanks!!
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Yea Motorolla def has top of the line hardware. Stainless steel internal, Kevlar back! Gorilla glass, and its splash resistant.
I'm not reading those leaked things on the Galaxy Nexus (GN?)
I'm waiting till tonight!
Ohh and that Motorolla ACTV? The watch thing is pretty impressive. Copied the nano, but improved on it.
I'm not reading those leaked things on the Galaxy Nexus (GN?)
I'm waiting till tonight!
Ohh and that Motorolla ACTV? The watch thing is pretty impressive. Copied the nano, but improved on it.
Safety Car
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Figures. Hopefully, Motorola will stop that crap in the future.
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So here are the specs and features for the MOTOACTV, Motorola's answer for getting us all in better shape.
Ongoing tracking of fitness performance stats, including pace, distance, calories burned, and map of route covered, with automatic wireless syncing of workout data to MOTOACRV.com
8gb or 16gb of storage for endless playlists.
Sports a 1.6 inch full-color touch-screen display that is sweat-proof, rain-resistant and scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass that auto-adjusts for indoor and outdoor lighting.
Option to sync with latest Android-powered smartphone to receive incoming calls and texts.
FM Radio capabilities for more song variety.
Up to five hours of battery life for outdoor workouts, 10 hours indoors, and nearly two weeks on standby.
Supports both Bluetooth 4.0 and ANT+ for wireless connectivity for your existing fitness sensors and your future ones
Size: 46mm x 46mm x 9.6mm
Weight: 35 g
It also runs Android (no word on what version, but probably doesn't matter here) and was stated to have a 600mhz processor.
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Speaking of the Bionic:
http://www.acsyndicate.net/verizon-m...f-the-shelves/
“At this time the Verizon Motorola Droid Bionic is unsellable in stores and has been removed. Please remove the Tag and Dummy from display to help avoid customer inquiries or service issues. When further details are available, we will update this Bulletin.”
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I didn't get to see the live stream. Just been following it on the blogs. Seems like a lot of features. Liking the way it looks. SDK just dropped so I'm sure we'll get some bootlegged ports tomorrow at the earliest. Can't wait for CM 9! 
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The camera sounds interesting:
http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/18/i...lery-features/
It's been a long time coming, but with the introduction of Ice Cream Sandwich, Android finally takes a significant leap forward in terms of camera and gallery features. The camera interface is completely new -- it's faster and easier to use with instant access from the lock screen. Shots are taken immediately thanks to zero shutter lag and continuous autofocus with face detection. Touch-to-focus with exposure lock is now supported, and the UI adds a proper digital zoom slider.
The gallery app is also significantly improved, with Instagram-like "hipster filters" and a built-in photo editor that lets you crop and rotate pictures at arbitrary angles. Any tweaks you make are saved as a separate file, keeping the original shot intact.
The gallery app is also significantly improved, with Instagram-like "hipster filters" and a built-in photo editor that lets you crop and rotate pictures at arbitrary angles. Any tweaks you make are saved as a separate file, keeping the original shot intact.
Safety Car
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Oh wtf, I didn't know you can toss notifications to the side with CM7! I always used the clear button. Just swipe it to the right like in ICS. I really need to go through the changelog to see all of Cyanogenmod's features. lol.