Mobile phones & tablets thread

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Originally Posted by Big Ben

Do we have any htc one x owners here?

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not me but there was someone who had an HOX.

I am looking at the Samsung Ace, Nokia Lumia 610 and the Nokia Asha 311, as these three appear to be at the reasonable price range that I can afford. So if anyone can provide information on these, I'd be grateful.

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Originally Posted by Valve Bounce

I am looking at the Samsung Ace, Nokia Lumia 610 and the Nokia Asha 311, as these three appear to be at the reasonable price range that I can afford. So if anyone can provide information on these, I'd be grateful.

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Don't buy Asha, Valve, as it's got Nokia's proprietary OS and that's outdated now compared to newer options. However if it's a cheap, solid phone you're after, and not a smartphone with latest apps and stuff, then that's fine I guess.

Both Galaxy Ace and Lumia 610 are good for that price range, and both with more recent operating systems.

Just a suggestion, if your budget is around $200+ for a phone anyway, why not add a tad more and go for the LG Google Nexus 4?

Nexus 4

Google's Nexus 4: Understanding your carrier options | Computerworld Blogs

Google Nexus 4 review | Phone Reviews | TechRadar


That is if you can get your hands on it. Heard it sold out in under an hour in the UK and Australia - Google Nexus 4 sells out in less than an hour | News | TechRadar

It's tremendous value for money, almost unreal for what it offers. One of the best hardware on any phone in the market right now, with the latest Android OS. And since it's part of the Google's official Nexus line, you'll be the first to get any new OS update. Food for thought.

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Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden

Don't buy Asha, Valve, as it's got Nokia's proprietary OS and that's outdated now compared to newer options. However if it's a cheap, solid phone you're after, and not a smartphone with latest apps and stuff, then that's fine I guess.

Both Galaxy Ace and Lumia 610 are good for that price range, and both with more recent operating systems.

Just a suggestion, if your budget is around $200+ for a phone anyway, why not add a tad more and go for the LG Google Nexus 4?

Nexus 4

Google's Nexus 4: Understanding your carrier options | Computerworld Blogs

Google Nexus 4 review | Phone Reviews | TechRadar


That is if you can get your hands on it. Heard it sold out in under an hour in the UK and Australia - Google Nexus 4 sells out in less than an hour | News | TechRadar

It's tremendous value for money, almost unreal for what it offers. One of the best hardware on any phone in the market right now, with the latest Android OS. And since it's part of the Google's official Nexus line, you'll be the first to get any new OS update. Food for thought.

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How does this compare with the Google Nexus7? :nexus 7 - Search for nexus 7 - Google Nexus 7 (8GB)

Is this the same thing?

Probably not :(

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Originally Posted by Valve Bounce

How does this compare with the Google Nexus7? :nexus 7 - Search for nexus 7 - Google Nexus 7 (8GB)

Is this the same thing?

Probably not :(

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Google Nexus 7 is a 7 inch tablet.

Google Nexus 4 is a 4.5 inch smartphone.

:)

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Originally Posted by henners88

Beat you to it Captain ;) :)

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Yeah, but you called it a mobile phone, when it is quite clearly a "Smart" phone. :cool:

When will you learn Watson...

:p

The Nexus 4 is an incredible phone, and it's a wonder it's not more highly publicised. It's the equal of an iPhone in most respects, with a few minor drawbacks and advantages over the Apple, but it's damn near half the price.

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Originally Posted by henners88

I had a string of HTC's and got bored with them to be honest. They served me well though even if HTC's customer service is amongst the worst I have experienced. I fancied a change and it was either going to be a Samsung or an iPhone. I went with the iPhone as most of my friends have them and iMessage is used mostly (free). I also liked the design of the iPhone 5 and love the interface whether others think its dated or not. I know you won't buy a Samsung but having played with the S3 I have to say its also a gorgeous phone. The Note 2 is lovely too, but absolutely massive so not really practical IMO. Are you still considering the Nokia's? The Lumia 920 looks nice in the demo although I'm not a fan of the tiled interface. There wasn't a lot of choice during my last upgrade at the beginning of 2011 and now there is too much! :)

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I only have two words to say to that, Sony Odin.

Incidentally while HTC sales are dropping through the floor, Sony sales are stealthily climbing to the extent that they will be the third biggest smartphone maker this year after Samsung and Apple. Objectively HTC products IMO are slightly better than their Sony counterparts so it does tell you about the increasing disconnect between product quality and sales.

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Originally Posted by Valve Bounce

OK I am a very late contributor to this thread, but I lost my Motorola Razr phone (6 years old) last week and am now looking for a relatively inexpensive smart phone as replacement. The two I am looking at so far are the Nokia Asha 311 for $128 and the Samsung Galaxy Ace for $218.(both unlocked). I really don't need something that is the latest that cost heaps. I need an unlocked phone because I managed to get onto a very very cheap plan for $21 per month for two phones.

So,if anyone can provide any feedback, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Also, is the Nokia Lumia 610 any good at just over $200?

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Tbh I wouldn't go for a Lumia 610. It's the absolute bottom of the range Windows Phone. I love the OS, but wouldn't go bargain basement.

Ben, I've got an HTC one x and I'm a big fan. I reckon it does pretty much everything a S3 will do, in a nicer package IMO. I prefer the HTC interface to Samsung's. The only downsides are the lack of removable memory, but its 32gb onboard and I've had no issues. The other is the battery life, which is less than sparkling. On light use it is fine, but some internet, app and music use and I get about 12hrs. That's fine for e as I use the USB cable at my desk at work which is when it gets most use. I gather there is an upgraded version of the phone now with a stronger battery and 4g. However I'm very happy and prefer this to friends s3's and iPhone 5's.

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