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I wrote the company below to see if there tablet / laptop dock for S4 with be made for the S4 active. I think the company is looking for the demand so it you want to see it come to the S4 active I'd email them at: [email protected]
http://www.migoaltech.com/products-detail.php?ProId=12
TransMaker is a Coreless Tablet that works with Samsung Galaxy S3 and S4 phone.Simply slide your phone into the back slot of TransMaker Coreless Tablet, you just turned it into a device that could replace your tablet!
TransMaker TR10 package includes 2 parts:a 10.1inch Coreless Tablet turns your phone into a tablet;a moible keyboard dock turns this phone-powered tablet into a laptop.
So you're effectively getting a phone-powered high-quality 3G(4G) Tablet-laptop hybrid by an inexpensive TransMaker package.
Will you make a model for the S4 active.
Dear Customer,
We will see,it depends,I will let you know if we make that model,thank you.
Best regards
Frank Wong
Shenzhen Migoal Technology Co.,Ltd
Tel:86-755-27920231
Website:www.migoaltech.com
Migoal will join Global Sources Exhibition in HongKong from 12th--15th of Oct,our booth number is 7S09 in Hall 7,welcome to our booth.
gamephreaker said:
I wrote the company below to see if there tablet / laptop dock for S4 with be made for the S4 active. I think the company is looking for the demand so it you want to see it come to the S4 active I'd email them at: [email protected]
http://www.migoaltech.com/products-detail.php?ProId=12
TransMaker is a Coreless Tablet that works with Samsung Galaxy S3 and S4 phone.Simply slide your phone into the back slot of TransMaker Coreless Tablet, you just turned it into a device that could replace your tablet!
TransMaker TR10 package includes 2 parts:a 10.1inch Coreless Tablet turns your phone into a tablet;a moible keyboard dock turns this phone-powered tablet into a laptop.
So you're effectively getting a phone-powered high-quality 3G(4G) Tablet-laptop hybrid by an inexpensive TransMaker package.
Will you make a model for the S4 active.
Dear Customer,
We will see,it depends,I will let you know if we make that model,thank you.
Best regards
Frank Wong
Shenzhen Migoal Technology Co.,Ltd
Tel:86-755-27920231
Website:www.migoaltech.com
Migoal will join Global Sources Exhibition in HongKong from 12th--15th of Oct,our booth number is 7S09 in Hall 7,welcome to our booth.
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I like this idea... interesting
Looks like Asus Padfone and I now that Padfone magick works good.But Active have a cover to protect USB port,and it will be a problem for conecting to tablet.
Agreed I would assume they would change the interface design to accommodate the usb cover. Like the port would flip out so you could plug in and flip the active into holding clips.
2 problems ... the galaxy s4 active is slightly bigger than the galaxy s4 , i wonder if the dock will still fit? also, the screen is 1200 x 800 , which is lower than the the s4's 1080p display ....
otherwise, fantastic idea, i know a few people who find that windows and mac pc's are too complicated for them, and the android OS would be perfect for them... its about time that phones realized their potential as computing platforms for the masses
I would buy this.
For up to $400. If it's GOOD.
I love hardware keys. I hate onscreen keyboards.
I want this. Well, really I want an ASUS PadFone for Verizon but that will never happen because VZ sucks.
I've been looking for the sliding qwerty keyboard like the one they have for the regular s4 but no luck
News about it?
any update?
It will be available on March
Check the details www.indiegogo.com/projects/transmaker-a-device-turns-smartphone-into-a-tablet
We can pre order it
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Monoqoque said:
It will be available on March
Check the details
We can pre order it
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The Website Q&A says that the tablet isn't compatible with the active, or the mini. But they were at least thinking about us.
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The Website Q&A says that the tablet isn't compatible with the active, or the mini. But they were at least thinking about us.
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Is the compatibility issue anything more than if an S4A fits or not?
If the size of the slot is the only compatibility, it might be close enough to fit the S4A with some minor modification.
id never use that, my opinion. yet it is a nice idea, but the ubuntu phone is a little more advanced
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Is the compatibility issue anything more than if an S4A fits or not?
If the size of the slot is the only compatibility, it might be close enough to fit the S4A with some minor modification.
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The website's reason was the size differences. So, might still work.
I'd like to see what version you guys are going to go for with the S5. I kinda like the TouchWiz version because of the Gear Fit, and stock Android is a little boring IMO. With little to no performance difference between the skinned S5 and stock Nexus 5 now, which version would you opt for and why?
Also worth noting that with past GPE devices the cameras were always better on the skinned versions IIRC.
I'm having the same questions..is it possible to flash touchwiz Roms on the gpe edition? Cause if so it may be worth getting since it might be hard to root the carrier versions
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I'm having the same questions..is it possible to flash touchwiz Roms on the gpe edition? Cause if so it may be worth getting since it might be hard to root the carrier versions
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+1. If buying off-contract, that would be nice. It would probably be hard though because of Knox. I doubt that they'd support Gear though if you did a ROM.
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+1. If buying off-contract, that would be nice. It would probably be hard though because of Knox. I doubt that they'd support Gear though if you did a ROM.
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1. TW GS4 can run GPe, but not the opposite.
2. GPe GS4 supports Gear, GPe isn't a 100% stock experience.
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1. TW GS4 can run GPe, but not the opposite.
2. GPe GS4 supports Gear, GPe isn't a 100% stock experience.
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Oh cool! Now I'm actually quite likely to wait for the GPE if I get an S5.
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Oh cool! Now I'm actually quite likely to wait for the GPE if I get an S4.
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And GPe doesn't have Knox, of course.
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And GPe doesn't have Knox, of course.
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Yep. No Knox and unlocked bootloader FTW
It will probably only be 16GB, though.
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I'd like to see what version you guys are going to go for with the S5. I kinda like the TouchWiz version because of the Gear Fit, and stock Android is a little boring IMO. With little to no performance difference between the skinned S5 and stock Nexus 5 now, which version would you opt for and why?
Also worth noting that with past GPE devices the cameras were always better on the skinned versions IIRC.
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I'm buying TW LTE with snapdragon 801. I'm also buying Gear Fit (most likely, considering Gear 2), but that depends on whether Gear 2 has same functionality as Gear Fit (in terms of fitness coaching). If it does, I'm torn apart between Fit and 2, if it doesn't I'm just buying the Fit. I really like to have personal fitness coach thingies.
Android stock camera app sucks. That's all.
Definitely the touchwiz version, never been a fan of stock android on a phone.
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barondebxl said:
Definitely the touchwiz version, never been a fan of stock android on a phone.
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Yeah I haven't been much of a fan either. It looks nice and is fast, but it lacks features.
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I'm buying TW LTE with snapdragon 801. I'm also buying Gear Fit (most likely, considering Gear 2), but that depends on whether Gear 2 has same functionality as Gear Fit (in terms of fitness coaching). If it does, I'm torn apart between Fit and 2, if it doesn't I'm just buying the Fit. I really like to have personal fitness coach thingies.
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Yeah I want a Gear Fit because they look pretty cool and also do notifications. Problem is, AT&T's $50 off when you get an S5 and Gear doesn't apply to the fit D:
I'm probably gonna end up waiting for the Moto 360 and X2 before I get a smartwatch.
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Yeah I want a Gear Fit because they look pretty cool and also do notifications. Problem is, AT&T's $50 off when you get an S5 and Gear doesn't apply to the fit D:
I'm probably gonna end up waiting for the Moto 360 and X2 before I get a smartwatch.
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I have been thinking about that too, because the Moto 360 and X2 might be really nice.
But I like the Gear Fit so much because it has that fitness coach thing.
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I have been thinking about that too, because the Moto 360 and X2 might be really nice.
But I like the Gear Fit so much because it has that fitness coach thing.
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The fitness thing is no big deal for me TBH. I only like it because it's different and looks cool
Moto stuff has really caught my eye though, but my wrists are really small so the 360 would look huge.
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The fitness thing is no big deal for me TBH. I only like it because it's different and looks cool
Moto stuff has really caught my eye though, but my wrists are really small so the 360 would look huge.
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Dat curved AMOLED. lol
dandroid13 said:
Dat curved AMOLED. lol
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Sooo nice right
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Sooo nice right
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I only hope the curved amoled + it being rectangular keeps up in the smartwatch world. I kind of want to see an Android Wear port for the Gear Fit.
Does anyone know the differences between Gear 2 and Gear Fit? (aside from hardware differences, those are obvious)
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I only hope the curved amoled + it being rectangular keeps up in the smartwatch world. I kind of want to see an Android Wear port for the Gear Fit.
Does anyone know the differences between Gear 2 and Gear Fit? (aside from hardware differences, those are obvious)
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Gear 2 runs Tizen, and Fit runs a Real-Time OS.
Gear 2 is less fitness oriented design wise, but has most (if not all) of the fitness functionality the Fit has.
Fit has no open SDK, hence no 3rd party app support (because of extremely limited hardware). Gear 2 has both. Developers can, however, make Android apps work with the Fit (just not run on them).
Gear 2 can make calls and respond to messages. Fit can only give you notifications.
Gear 2 has a camera and IR Blaster. Fit does not.
$300 Gear 2 ($50 off at AT&T with an S5), $200 Gear Fit (no available discounts).
I think that about sums it up!
Oh, and an Android Wear port most likely wouldn't work because of the insanely low specs on the Fit.
EDIT: Gear 2 has 2-3 days of battery life and the Fit has 4-5.
Neo is exactly the same as 2 except without a metal build or camera (but it has a light sensor that looks more like a camera than the actual camera on the Gear 2 ).
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Gear 2 runs Tizen, and Fit runs a Real-Time OS.
Gear 2 is less fitness oriented design wise, but has most (if not all) of the fitness functionality the Fit has.
Fit has no open SDK, hence no 3rd party app support (because of extremely limited hardware). Gear 2 has both. Developers can, however, make Android apps work with the Fit (just not run on them).
Gear 2 can make calls and respond to messages. Fit can only give you notifications.
Gear 2 has a camera and IR Blaster. Fit does not.
$300 Gear 2 ($50 off at AT&T with an S5), $200 Gear Fit (no available discounts).
I think that about sums it up!
Oh, and an Android Wear port most likely wouldn't work because of the insanely low specs on the Fit.
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Thanks, that's a great deal of info. If the Gear 2 has all the same functionality as the Gear Fit (when it comes to the fitness coach thing and stuff), I'll probably buy the Gear 2. If the Fit is unique, I might but that. But the way it looks right now, the extra functionality on the Gear 2 makes it look more attractive imo.
EDIT: you seem to be able to snooze alarms and revoke calls with the Gear Fit. Does that mean other stuff might be possible?
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Thanks, that's a great deal of info. If the Gear 2 has all the same functionality as the Gear Fit (when it comes to the fitness coach thing and stuff), I'll probably buy the Gear 2. If the Fit is unique, I might but that. But the way it looks right now, the extra functionality on the Gear 2 makes it look more attractive imo.
EDIT: you seem to be able to snooze alarms and revoke calls with the Gear Fit. Does that mean other stuff might be possible?
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Yeah no problem! Advantages of the Fit are the curved screen, twice as long battery life, lighter weight, and cheaper price. That's about it (will edit my post with battery life info).
I doubt much else on the Fit is possible, as it isn't sending text or voice data to the phone and it's hardware is so limited. It may eventually have notification support for more apps though, but I don't think you can even read texts on it. As I said, devs can build Android apps to support the Fit for extra functionality. This may give the Fit a few more features.
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I'm just wondering which one are you all going to get... I'm going back and forth on which one to get... I mean the N4 will be great but that Edge looks nice and "the next big thing", but I'm hoping it's not just a gimmick... Also I'm wondering about development for the Edge... Since you all are experts here on XDA, your opinions are worth something... Thanks in advanced...
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I'm left handed so Note 4 for me. Even if I was right-handed, I'd probably wait a gen to see what Samsung and devs can do with the Edge. The fact that it's supposed to significantly more expensive than the 4 (which is already $750-$820 off contract) helps with my decision as well.
The cost was originally stopping me from going with the edge. Just watched this hands on video a little while ago and I didn't like the looks of it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uALVIcQXH4Q
Edge for me ~
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The cost was originally stopping me from going with the edge. Just watched this hands on video a little while ago and I didn't like the looks of it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uALVIcQXH4Q
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Damn. This looks pretty sick but the whole 200mah less battery capacity is a deal breaker for me....bummer
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Note for me. I really like the Edge idea and hope it catches on. To have a live scoreboard running on that or a variety of your own feeds is great. We shall see.
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Note for me. I really like the Edge idea and hope it catches on. To have a live scoreboard running on that or a variety of your own feeds is great. We shall see.
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I'd love to see a taskbar with all open apps on it kind of like a desktop computer. If they had that option out of the gate I might consider it, might be convenient. I know the N4 has the running programs soft button, but it's still nice to see all your apps on a taskbar. I'm torn, but I'll probably play it safe and grab the vanilla N4.
Note 4 for me. Some dev will probably port the the note Edge rom for the 4. That be the best of both worlds.
Love the Edge. But price and release date are evasive and will likely be prohibitive.
Dynamic notifications kinda kills the coolest part. However moving menu items and shortcuts to it can be such a Time saver.
The Edge is expected to be $1,000 for the 32GB model and per Samsung's presentation, the curve display is part of their "ecosystem" strategy along with the watch. I take that as, you need to use Wiz and the curve display is proprietary.
Seems the Edge might be the antithesis of a device for the XDA forum.
Note 4 for me cause I need me the Gear VR.
I just read on PA that the edge will start out in limited production this year.
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I just read on PA that the edge will start out in limited production this year.
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No one is even mentioning any information about preordering the edge, I guess it comes out really late this year. Since i can't do VR, I am not interested in the edge. I don't think this device will be very popular.
Isn't the "edge" just a piece of the regular screen real estate wrapped around the edge? That is, we really aren't gaining any screen real-estate?
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Isn't the "edge" just a piece of the regular screen real estate wrapped around the edge? That is, we really aren't gaining any screen real-estate?
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You actually lose .1" of real estate.
This could be the reason why there hasnt been any mention about preordering the Note Edge
Samsungs own president said the Edge is a concept phone and not intended for mass production. That equals very rare and very expensive.
The other thing I read about it is that it is shorter than the Note 4, but wider. I have a Note 3, and I have trouble reaching from one side to the other with my thumb (I play Ingress, so this happens often). If I ended up with a phone even a milimeter or 2 wider, it would be impossible -- and I've got large hands.
I think it is a novel concept, and I hope it sells enough to warrant a second generation. But I also hope they make something useful and usable as the second edition.
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Samsungs own president said the Edge is a concept phone and not intended for mass production. That equals very rare and very expensive.
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Yeah the Edge has disappeared off all of the UK websites where it was listed as Coming Soon. That's a pity.
I wasn't planning to buy one but I would like to see it in the flesh
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Note 4 for me cause I need me the Gear VR.
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This ^!
Hello,
I've order the 64Gb S6 deal from T-Mobile. I've been a lifetime Nexus user from the Nexus One. I've always stuck to pure Android and the phone I currently have is the Nexus 5. I've purchase every generation of Nexus phone except for the Nexus 6 because I didn't like the size. The S6 seems like a winner and I'm already use to a non-removable battery and no SD card. I'm not sure how I'll deal with TW(heard it's been toned down) vs stock Android. That really is my biggest worry and I've been researching a way to uninstall all the bloatware(T-Mobile) without rooting(Though I might do that with PingPong and deal with manual updates). I really wish they would have released a Google Play Edition. I am pretty excited about the class leading hardware, especially the camera. Others who have switched from stock Android to the S6, how do you feel? Loving it? Ready to switch back to a Nexus device? Let me know! Thanks!
Also I'm a avid Google Now, Ok Google user.
My last couple phones were stock android (one plus one, nexus, moto x) and I'll tell you, I don't miss them. The s6 is that good. Battery could be better, but I'm hoping rooting helps (I'm on day one of a custom ROM so we'll see). I also use the "OK google" phrase a lot, so you'll be disappointed to know it doesn't work on the s6 for some reason unless you're using google now or google launcher.
I was in the same boat as you. I went from a 32gb Nexus 5 on AT&T to 64gb Galaxy S6 T-Mo. I'm not a big save my entire music collection on my phone guy, I prefer streaming services. 32gb Nexus was fine for me and battery life sucked. I love the GS6, super fast, I find the battery life more than acceptable, I'm rooted via Ping Pong and actually don't mind Touchwiz this time around. Hated it on my GS2 Skyrocket and GS4. I just rooted and plan to update with Flashfire to keep Knox intact
I was worried about keeping KNOX intact too. I used to install custom ROMs back in the day but as Android has gotten better I haven't done it on recent phones. I just wanted to be able to uninstall bloatware so that's why I'm thinking about rooting. I love the fact that the T-Mobile version has no carrier branding and now I can't wait till this thing gets here. Other than software do you know how different the T-Mo version is from the international version?
N6 64GB to S6 64GB. No remorse whatsoever. Especially with a Tab S also, having things like SideSync is great.
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I was worried about keeping KNOX intact too. I used to install custom ROMs back in the day but as Android has gotten better I haven't done it on recent phones. I just wanted to be able to uninstall bloatware so that's why I'm thinking about rooting. I love the fact that the T-Mobile version has no carrier branding and now I can't wait till this thing gets here. Other than software do you know how different the T-Mo version is from the international version?
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Not any major differences. If anything T-Mo variant has a few extra features like voLTE and WiFi Calling enabled by default. I went with the JUMP option when I switched to T-Mo so I only have to pay off half the device to upgrade. I see no reason to get international version over T-Mo variant. If it were AT&T or International I'd go international all day. My girlfriend has the AT&T variant as she is still on a family plan with big corporate discount. With Flashfire the locked AT&T bootloader isn't crippling but more of an inconvenience
I went from the Nexus 5 to OnePlus One (CM12) and now to the S6. I love the S6. I use the Google Now launcher instead of TW and it doesn't feel all the much different to me. I like the added gestures TW brings (such as palm swipe for a screenshot).
For the bloatware, I simply disable it in the applications menu. When you disable them, the app also disappears from the app drawer.
I was Team Nexus for a while and had a GNex, Nexus 4, 5, and 6. I switched to the S6 because the N6 was too big for my taste and the S6 hardware was just so damn nice (body, camera).
Do I miss stock Android? Hell yes. There's very little (if anything) that TW does better. However, after a few hours of research and tweaking, I've got my S6 looking and feeling as close to a Nexus as possible. I recommend Nova Launcher, Moonshine icon pack, and Hifont to help with that. Also I rooted (before PingPong was available, unfortunately) and used TiBu to freeze all the bloatware I don't need. I'm pretty happy, but I'd be even happier if someone could get this Material Design theme ported to the T-Mobile variant!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s6/themes-apps/wip-material-design-theme-s6e-t3108155
For what it's worth, my S6 (with no mods other than frozen bloatware) is as snappy as my Nexus 6 running stock 5.1 with Faux kernel.
ping pong root. You basically root the stock rom, knox is NOT tripped. So its good as long as yuou only want to make small changes to your rom (like getting rid of bloat completely and not just disabling it).
Thats what i did and it worked AMAZINGLY well.
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ping pong root. You basically root the stock rom, knox is NOT tripped. So its good as long as yuou only want to make small changes to your rom (like getting rid of bloat completely and not just disabling it).
Thats what i did and it worked AMAZINGLY well.
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Yeah, I think that's my plan. From all the review of current TW I don't think I'll mind so much. I just want to be rid of all the bloat I won't use. The phone feels amazing and I'm waiting for a glass screen protect now before I start using it. How do you guys feel about the recent new of possibly 2 new nexus phones coming out?
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Yeah, I think that's my plan. From all the review of current TW I don't think I'll mind so much. I just want to be rid of all the bloat I won't use. The phone feels amazing and I'm waiting for a glass screen protect now before I start using it. How do you guys feel about the recent new of possibly 2 new nexus phones coming out?
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Really TW isnt that bad on the s6 now. I can deal with it. and honestly until this phone i have been a "gotta get a glass screen protector before i buy the phone" kinda guy. i have had this one without one and i havent scratch the screen once (have had it in my pocket with screws and nail on accident too a few times). I may end up ordering one, but i HATE the fact that the screen is curved on the sides and the protector doesnt go to the edge. IMO, just looks janky.
the 2 nexus phones is super interesting. I am REALLY hoping that the smaller LG made nexus is real cause i MIGHT be all over that. I had the g3 before this and really liked it. I did what they did with the g4, and as long as the new nexus takes the camera from the g4, that might be my next jump upgrade when it comes out. lol Not interested in a phone bigger than 5.5" anymore. After having the g3 for 6 months, and now going back to the smaller s6, i think this screen size is my sweet spot for sure.
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N6 64GB to S6 64GB. No remorse whatsoever. Especially with a Tab S also, having things like SideSync is great.
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Same experience for moving from a Nexus 6 to a S6.
Your making the right move op. I am not missing the stock experience at all as we already have Root / twrp / (tw for now, 920 T/F) ROM's / kernels / themes here. I've been busy flashing and finding largely positive results; devs are cool / smart peeps here. Much more stable options here imo.
Even just rooting and casually dialing back touchwiz to your liking is easy with titanium.
Moreover, the S6 hardware is largely unmatched to date. Backing up a 4.3gb .zip in twrp took 192/secs; octa 64bit rocks even on little stuff like that. Its not perfect, but its arguably THE superior android flagship right now.
Report: Samsung Galaxy S5 Remains Most Popular Samsung Device in USA as of February 2017
https://www.xda-developers.com/repo...ar-samsung-device-in-usa-as-of-february-2017/
I agree, but Samsung slaped in the face every S5 user there is with their update policy.... we didnt get anything with 6.0.1 only icons..... since they upgraded S6s and S7s to Noughat and gave em all new software they could have atleast updated S5 software to S6s or S7s.... but we didnt get anything S5 software is the same as in 5.0 (and something even from KitKat)..... thats rly not fair
I see why the S5 would be so widely used. It's the last of Samsung's devices that features a removable back and expandability, water and dust resistance, an IR blaster, the HRM, a fingerprint scanner, a 1080p panel, microUSB 3.0, and optional wireless charging all in one package. It's a shame the Plus variant with an 805, 3GB of RAM and a QHD display was not the standard, but the main phone is still pretty good.
The only thing that irks me from this device is the OEM software situation. Samsung surely gave us the middle finger when the 5.0 update was launched and we got a nerfed version of the new MD TouchWiz that wasn't even close to all the changes in newer devices (heck, even the crippled S5 neo got the new TouchWiz) and on 6.0 just getting new icons (which weren't even the new ones for the other MM devices!) but not seeing anything else is insulting.
Thankfully, we're on XDA and on this place we do what OEMs are too lazy to even care about. I thank all the developers that have worked to make this one of the most supported Android devices right now. Long live the S5, long live XDA!
Amazing support from developers, removable battery, IR blaster, NFC, waterproof. What more could anyone ask for?
One gripe with the device is the build quality (maybe the fingerprint sensor, but I don't use it much anyway). Certainly doesn't feel "premium"...
I just got my wife's hand me down S5. I am uneasy about the S5 custom roms. I am on Boost mobile. I came from the S4 with Wicked X. Can anyone offer suggestions for a custom ROM? I am currently on rooted stock.
Until Samsung wake up and add back all of the S5's features to the S9 or something this will be the best samsung phone forever. I love my black beauty because of its useful capabilities like IR, NFC, Removable battery, Micro SD card slot, water and dust resistant, full hd display, exclusive touch wiz features and what not. The only thing that made me sad was the lack of a FM chip for listening to radio.
And to those who say 6.0.1 is only "new icons", sorry but you're wrong. Android 6.0.1 brought us a lot of major goodies under the hood like the amazing Doze as well as other battery saving and performance improving additions. Before, on kitkat, i always had around 200mb free ram which wasn't enough in some cases. After the update to 6.0.1 i have 500mb free ram 80% of the time and it never drops below 300mb free now. This significantly improves battery as well as performance.
So we should be thankful that Samsung gave us this amazing opportunity to renew our phone.
PS: kitkat didn't have support for 4G although the hardware supported it so we couldn't use it.
I don't talk about android 5.0 as that was a disaster.
spaldingsmails said:
I just got my wife's hand me down S5. I am uneasy about the S5 custom roms. I am on Boost mobile. I came from the S4 with Wicked X. Can anyone offer suggestions for a custom ROM? I am currently on rooted stock.
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Bro if you are the one looking for theming, then go for nemesis reborn or skies rom v2.
And if you are the one looking for simple stock but fast rom then go for xxx no limits or alliance rom.
twitwimp said:
Bro if you are the one looking for theming, then go for nemesis reborn or skies rom v2.
And if you are the one looking for simple stock but fast rom then go for xxx no limits or alliance rom.
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Or may be SuperLite ROM by @vincom
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mrafigf said:
Or may be SuperLite ROM by @vincom
Sent from my SM-G900F using XDA Labs
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Thanks for the tips!
spaldingsmails said:
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Thanks for the tips!
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grab custom rom from s7/note 7 porting... it will change your overall s5 experience :fingers-crossed:
an-_-dro said:
grab custom rom from s7/note 7 porting... it will change your overall s5 experience :fingers-crossed:
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How do you port an S7 ROM? or did you mean to look for ported ROMs on the S5 forum?
Aureliac said:
How do you port an S7 ROM? or did you mean to look for ported ROMs on the S5 forum?
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there r many roms from s7 port. I guess every variant availabel. search in s5 rom section (exynos or snapdragon).
There just isn't much out there that competes with the S5 for customization potential. My phone runs Lineage 14.1 and is encrypted and runs really smooth and battery lasts a decent amount of time. My whole family uses the S5. Yes, the phone sounds dated but it's not. I like being able to swap batteries when it's dead and be at full charge in minutes.
I agree, with the S6 Samsung turned to the wrong direction. And now this "edged" S8 - uuuarghhh... XP
I'm still using a S5 G900F for private and a Note 4 for office use. Plus I just bought another refurbished S5 before its too late to get a "new" one again.
Worth to buy it?
Raamiin said:
Worth to buy it?
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If you can get it cheap, go for it. The development community is awesome and receives regular (and official) support for popular ROMs including lineageOS and Resurrection Remix which is usually not found in newer budget phones today.
I'd choose a phone for custom ROM availability, and not just purely on updated specs.
Look at my signature, that phone's a beast. Nothing is better than it, the S7 was close to perfect and ofcourse it didn't have an IR blaster nor a removable battery so that threw it off the table... If you can get an S5 - get it! The only better phone out is the Note 4 but they're kind of similar
I have a S5 Neo. It is also similar good for me. I take this instead of the normal S5, cause it is waterproof without a cover over usb.
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