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Ok I need help from the XDA Family and Hardcore N1 users. I have a Dilemma and I need to make a decision fast. I have a nexus one and Have had since Feb 10 and I Love the phone. I just started a professional job and Kind of need a Blackberry. I have an upgrade available thru Tmobile and I was thinking of Selling my nexus one, I have a buyer. The deal is I get $300 cash and their BB 9700 (its 2months old and in great shape). I then can use my upgrade and get the Samsung Galaxy. So I will then Have a Blackberry 9700 and Samsung Vibrant AND $100 CASH left over, but no Nexus one anymore . What are your thoughts? im in love with the N1 and wondering will I miss much going to the Samsung Vibrant!!!
If you don't plan on messing with android code or writing apps, get galaxy s.
They are both awesome, but for end user, galaxy s is a bit better choice,IMO.
also check this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=717134
Nexus One Forum, so the Nexus wins.
DarkDvr said:
If you don't plan on messing with android code or writing apps, get galaxy s.
They are both awesome, but for end user, galaxy s is a bit better choice,IMO.
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Got it, I just plan to use the phone, Thanks!
kam187 said:
also check this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=717134
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Thanks, some of my concerns also...
xyellx said:
Nexus One Forum, so the Nexus wins.
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Haha! N1 wins huh! I feel attached to the N1. This is a hard choice. but 2 phones for 1
So you will use 2 phones? I think the nexus looks much more professional looking than the Samsung galaxy, and nexus has better build quality and materials since the Samsung is plastic. But it has better features. But I dunno, the nexus is so hackable, its still the ultimate geek phone.
Get the galaxy s.. so much better than nexus one in terms of specs
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So you will use 2 phones? I think the nexus looks much more professional looking than the Samsung galaxy, and nexus has better build quality and materials since the Samsung is plastic. But it has better features. But I dunno, the nexus is so hackable, its still the ultimate geek phone.
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Yes, I plan to use the BB9700 monday thru thursday at work and Friday thru sunday use the Samsung S or nexus 1
I doubt the Galaxy S will ever be as customizable and mod-friendly as the N1. Just keep that in mind, since Samsung doesn't make their devices' kernel open-source.
xzr3b0rnzx said:
Get the galaxy s.. so much better than nexus one in terms of specs
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really?
I dont see too much different to be honest.. What specifically are you talking about except:
- 1280x720 (720p HD) video recording
- Super AMOLED vs AMOLED
- built in 16gb
Personally I can live without all of those to guarantee i get updates first. Also i dont trust samsung at all to continue to support this phone (see my other post)
EDIT Galaxy S is 9.9mm vs 11.5 for N1, and also has FM radio.
Still not a huge difference.
kam187 said:
really?
I dont see too much different to be honest.. What specifically are you talking about except:
- 1280x720 (720p HD) video recording
- Super AMOLED vs AMOLED
- built in 16gb
Personally I can live without all of those to guarantee i get updates first. Also i dont trust samsung at all to continue to support this phone (see my other post)
EDIT Galaxy S is 9.9mm vs 11.5 for N1, and also has FM radio.
Still not a huge difference.
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Will Tmobile version have the front facing camera? Ive read that it will and others that it will not. Can anyone confirm? Thanks
GSMarena said that the vibrant has a front facing cam. But sometimes gsmarena has inaccurate info.
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GSMarena said that the vibrant has a front facing cam. But sometimes gsmarena has inaccurate info.
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Thanks! Ive read so much and alot of different conflicting info
I really love the track ball over the optical pad. Your finger can feel each rotation of the trackball and it is just much more user friendly for me. Also, the Galaxy borrowed a lot from the iPhone OS, which I dont like the look of. The Nexus One is just so awesome looking.
Unless a phone comes out with something better than the snapdragon I will stick to the Nexus. (Hopefully not long til a 1.5 or 2.0 ghz phone)
N1 just got FroYo so it's like a new phone already, plus I underclock to 800mhz most of the day and get well over 24 hours battery life. being able to open an app a few milliseconds faster would have no affect on my day.
"I want an iPhone 4" (watch)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvA8Hdmit-U
http://www.samsung.com/ca/consumer/...dex.idx?pagetype=prd_detail&tab=specification
Samsung's site has no mention of the front camera though
Galaxy has front facing camera, better rear camera (2.8f, but no flash), fm tuner (transmitter ? i dont know), bigger and much better SAMOLED display, much better GPU, better battery life.
pretty good phone. flash is important for me for flash light purpose only, Nexus car dock is cool too, such a HUGE 3rd party support for Nexus is a BIG plus, Samsungs lacks 2.2, but will get it later and that will probably be its last Android OS update.....
The fact that Nexus gets updated first and many apps and tweaks here get released for Nexus ONLY, makes Nexus THE best Android phone to date, although Galaxy is very attractive hardware-wise.......will see when its released....
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... plus, Samsungs lacks 2.2, but will get it later and that will probably be its last Android OS update.....
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Thank you for the heads up! I never even thought about this possibility.
kam187 said:
really?
I dont see too much different to be honest.. What specifically are you talking about except:
- 1280x720 (720p HD) video recording
- Super AMOLED vs AMOLED
- built in 16gb
Personally I can live without all of those to guarantee i get updates first. Also i dont trust samsung at all to continue to support this phone (see my other post)
EDIT Galaxy S is 9.9mm vs 11.5 for N1, and also has FM radio.
Still not a huge difference.
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Galaxy has twice as fast GPU
Better media player xvid/divx
id still go for the nexus. but ive played around with the galaxy s... boy is it fast and thats still on 2.1... its gonna get a lot faster once it gets 2.2
the screen trumps that of the nexus in brightness and in size. super amoled ftw!
I've played with one of the Samsung Galaxy variants and the difference between Super AMOLED and "plain" AMOLED (as found on the N1) is negligible... inside. Outside, in bright and direct sunlight, Super AMOLED is easier to read than AMOLED; although the LCD on a Palm Pre wins that contest hands down. I've read there is no front facing camera on the T-Mobile and AT&T variants and there is no LED camera flash. Had the phone included a FFC and LED flash it would have been a no brainer. Since they took those items out of the equation, the choice becomes far more difficult. The build quality has been discussed, as has the size of each phone. A few sticking points for me are as follows:
N1 has a multi-color trackball. It may not seem like a big deal, but the increased precision of using the trackball to select among many small links on a webpage is something I prefer to have. Additionally, the multi-color trackball allows me to know, at a glance, if I have an unread SMS, MMS, email or a missed call.
LED camera flash - seriously Samsung, this is 2010. Although I rarely take night shots with my N1, I frequently use the LED flash as a torch to light the way.
System updates - Odds are any Samsung phone will be months behind the N1 on software updates. If you like the latest and greatest software enhancements, Google's Nexus One is a solid bet.
That being said, the Hummingbird really flies; the menus are silky smooth and 3d gaming will be better. The multi-touch display of the Samsung is far superior to that of the janky Synaptics Clearpad 2000 found in the N1.
Although this decision will be difficult to make, it's nice to have this decision at all! Do remember there is always something better on the horizon. Since the Galaxy is, at best, a minor upgrade to the N1, you could always wait to see if this dual core (or dual processor) HTC Vision materializes. Wouldn't you rather hold on to your full discount upgrade until something a bit more revolutionary comes out?
Interesting news....
It looks like Samsung's follow-up to the Samsung Galaxy S, the inventively nicknamed Galaxy S2, will be formally announced at Mobile World Congress -- the massive phone trade show in Barcelona that kicks off on Valentine's Day, 14 February.
The MWC arrival was tipped by Korean newspaper Chosunilbo just before the new year, and new reports from etnews add fuel to the burning speculation bonfire.
It looks as if the Galaxy S2 will offer a massive 4.3-inch Super AMOLED screen to boot, that's the same size display as you'd find on the truly enormous HTC Desire HD. The S2 is also tipped to have a dual-core processor, which is in line with comments made by Samsung reps at CES, which just wrapped up last week.
Finally, the S2 will hit the ground running Android 2.3, which is what we'd expect, and should bring the phone in line with the Google Nexus S, also built by Samsung. The report on etnews also mentions the phone will sport NFC technology, which could be used for mobile payments -- but that could turn out to be anything, and most likely nothing in the UK.
There's also a rather blurry mock-up picture included, which unless you tend to read articles from the bottom up, you've already enjoyed at the top of the page. There's not a lot to see, apart from an intriguing squarish design
Read more: h t t p://reviews.cnet.co.uk/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s2-set-for-launch-at-mwc-could-pack-43-inch-screen-review-50002186/#ixzz1AplP7IIO
Looks like it'll be uncomfortable in my pocket...
not gonna buy a samsung product again, ever ;p
Check my post from last week with all the same information "Galaxy S x2"
Adevem said:
not gonna buy a samsung product again, ever ;p
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+1....never again for me either.
Could that be this?
I'm never getting samsung phone again I'm happy with mine now its got darkys rom on it
Yeh no samsung , BUY SONY ERRICSON INSTEAD
I still don't get it. I've had the DESIRE HD , I see many people with the iPhone and still I prefer my galaxy S. and I know many others do , if you hate your galaxy S SOO MUCH that you WILL NEVER buy from samsung I'm always wondering what you are doing @ this forum? Just flaming the galaxy s because you have another phone? Feeling so important by telling people that you will never buy
I cant deny that the Galaxy S hazzz problems , not anymore though now with the rom/firmware I'm using and no way I would replace atm with another phone.
Maybe it's just me.
Best of luck
after using
iPhone 3gs
iPhone 4
htc hd2
htc hero
htc dream
htc desire hd
htc desire
samsung wave
and now the samsung galaxy s
I find it the best phone 2.2.1 works just fine I dont care about gingerbread.
I will buy another samsung as they are good phone and makes the lcds for most phone anyway.
Gingerbread doesn't bring anything new anyway so big whoop if it doesn't come to the Galaxy S. Why waste time and resources when the vast majority couldn't care less about Gingerbread? Less than 10% of Galaxy S owners are tech savy anyways.
If it were a huge update like Froyo, different story. Those who are complaining about Samsung not providing the update (or announcing it officially) and then *****ing about never buying Samsung, show me another phone manufacturer who is.
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Yeh no samsung , BUY SONY ERRICSON INSTEAD
I still don't get it. I've had the DESIRE HD , I see many people with the iPhone and still I prefer my galaxy S. and I know many others do , if you hate your galaxy S SOO MUCH that you WILL NEVER buy from samsung I'm always wondering what you are doing @ this forum? Just flaming the galaxy s because you have another phone? Feeling so important by telling people that you will never buy
I cant deny that the Galaxy S hazzz problems , not anymore though now with the rom/firmware I'm using and no way I would replace atm with another phone.
Maybe it's just me.
Best of luck
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sure it's fine now, but after what, months since release?
xda is what makes our phone the way they are now, and should be!
most of us would still be in stock froyo now lmao.
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Any idea if Samsung will use Nv's Tegra or their own dual core processor?
I'm getting the 7.7 for sure when it is out!
I was debating whether to get an iPad2 whilst on holiday in Florida as prices are cheaper than UK.
But then the 7.7 came out!
Android > iOS FTW
WHAT ABOUT YOU GUYS?
- yes
- no
- not sure.
Please share your opinions! Whether you think it is a worthy upgrade or not!
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Nope. I am going to downsize to the Galaxy Note when available,
Ernesto de Bernardis
N900 - Galaxy Tab 7"
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Nope. I am going to downsize to the Galaxy Note when available,
Ernesto de Bernardis
N900 - Galaxy Tab 7"
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Ah
But will you still keep and use your tab?
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Bump , anyone want to share ideas?
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Hi, I have an Archos 70 Internet Tablet, and I'm going to upgrade to the new Samsung Galaxy TAB 7.7, as soon as it's on the stores.
May be if available in Europe !
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I'll be getting it as soon as it comes to Canada. I've been waiting for this tablet for quite some time.
if they sell it in US and the price is under $400, then I will get one. I have both Galaxy tab 7 and 10.1.
To be honest, I love my tab 7 more since it so easy to hold and most of the apps/games are compatiable with Gingerbread.
10.1 is nice and fast.. but it is a little bit too thin and too large. hahah.. I am probably the only one to complain the "thin".
Anyways, the 8.9 is still too large to hold by one hand (I have a small hand) as well as my 5 years son.
Tab 7 is almost perfect for me except the CPU is a little bit slow, there are some lagging..opening apps/games..
So, 7.7 is dual-core (small size) is perfect for me. Hope Samsung keeps the price low.. Anyways, I am selling the 10.1 Anyone?
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if they sell it in US and the price is under $400, then I will get one. I have both Galaxy tab 7 and 10.1.
To be honest, I love my tab 7 more since it so easy to hold and most of the apps/games are compatiable with Gingerbread.
10.1 is nice and fast.. but it is a little bit too thin and too large. hahah.. I am probably the only one to complain the "thin".
Anyways, the 8.9 is still too large to hold by one hand (I have a small hand) as well as my 5 years son.
Tab 7 is almost perfect for me except the CPU is a little bit slow, there are some lagging..opening apps/games..
So, 7.7 is dual-core (small size) is perfect for me. Hope Samsung keeps the price low.. Anyways, I am selling the 10.1 Anyone?
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How much for it ?
Is the 10.1 only 1ghz dual core, so the 7.7 will be.much faster?
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I'm thinking about jumping over to the xoom or acer a500, i am really cheesed off with the lack of support from samsung.
I bought my P1000, 3 days ago.. So now I am still ultra-happy..
I saw that 7.7'' but when will it come out..I could not wait..
I LOVE that amoled screen (after some time using P1000 than switch to My Galaxy S phone to do something.. only then I see that BIG diference between screens)
Anyway what is most important to me and if someone can answer me, as far as I can see this new tablet 7,7' will NOT have that she.t of nVidia Tegra..
So can I presume that new tablet it will support all video codec's as Tab P1000?
If it will I am definitely selling this (new one ) and geting 7.7..
Definitely gonna upgrade, but I dont think its gonna come out soon
and before that, I would love to taste the Ice Cream Sandwich 1st on the original tab
if the taste is good enough, i might prolong my tab life before upgrading since ICS is newer than honeycomb and prolly have better features too
I would never get an iPAD unless the incorporate some sort of cell phone capability, be it a remote device that belt clips with a display or actually on the ipad.
I love the SGT 7" that I have, it is perfect, for cell calls, and surfing the web. Think carefully, do you REALLY want to help the Apple machine make more money?
Does anyone know when it is coming out?
Actually when the last Galaxy tab 7 was released, could we buy it unlocked somewhere?
I ask because I need the new 7.7 to work with Bell. I already have a Bell 3g SIM card ready to go.
Thanks
If I could I would.
Once I have the money for the tab 7.7 ill definetley buy it.
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Let's see, it's 7.7 so that's too big for a small tablet, won't fit in a pocket any more...
It runs Honeycomb rather than a phone version of android, I don't like honeycomb on larger tablets and surly its even worse on smaller screens... I have also yet to see an ambled screen that beats a common LCD (Galaxy Tab 7, iPhone 4, iPad all look much better than the Galaxy S 2 screen and it's supposed to be one of the best).
That means it can't replace my Galaxy Tab and it can't replace my iPad as it's smaller and would be missing some apps (mail and calendar for starters, android just can't compete with on that front IMO)...
So no, I won't be downgrading any of my current tablets
i like my galaxy tab 7 but im not sure if im going to invest in any more Samsung devices after they kinda wrote off this device as a red headed step child.
Ive put some thought into it and either the 7.7 or 8.9 would be nice i love the fact the 7 fits in my pocket. 7.7 has what i want and that's honey comb tables I'm a medical student and some of the apps like Google body are very useful.
So ya i think I'm gonna hop ship to 7.7 just hope there's a lot of good development on it get rid of that tw ux garbage
correction if http://sammyhub.com/2011/09/05/galaxy-tab-7-7-and-galaxy-note-pricing-for-scandinavian-countries/ is correct then no i will not be upgrading that's some insane pricing.
After using my tab as my phone for 12 months I've recently got myself a SGS2. I love the s2 and I really must disagree in regards to screen and picture quality. The S2 is far superior to my eyes. I miss my tab though, and have found it is used as a wifi device around my home as my primary portal to interwebs and the world! Its perfect and with the car kit set up in my kitchen (suction cup works well on my benchtop) it is extremely convenient and I love how connected I feel even when cooking breakfast! Its fantastic. The S2 is about to be violated and I'm hoping this'll breath new life into it but I can absolutely see myself going back to a tablet of around 7 or 8" and don't ever carry my 7" tab in my pocket so would lean towards the larger device... I would like to see a device that is a phone that goes inside a tablet that docks either @ your entertainment hub or in your car or both. The phone would be the primary CPU and such with each step providing supplementary hardware enhancing the GPU and CPU and memory extra. Or a more solid mirroring across devices.. its frustrating not being able to just put one device down and being able to continue seamlessly on another device.. its kinda exciting when you think how easy some of this would be with current tech.
I have more ideas.... but I've said too much already.. patents pending Nobleskill Inc.
;-)
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I'll get the Galaxy Tab Plus, not the 7.7 one.
7.7'' is too large for my pockets and if a tab is not pocketable then it's useless to me. The Galaxy Tab Plus will have Android 3.2 and the same 7'' screen as the current tab. I'll stick to this form-factor forever (or just not upgrade my tab :-D).
Here's more info on the Tab Plus: http://thisismynext.com/2011/09/20/galaxy-tab-spotted-7-inch-honeycomb-tablet-t-mobile/
Dont think I will
I have been using the 7" for about six months and it satisfies everything I need. I can do my work on the go, remote some PC's that need fixing, surf, youtube and even gaming!!!
I don't think I will upgrade just for the sake of having a faster device as I haven't noticed any slowdown on this device.
The screen on this device I think is brighter than the s2 screen and clearer, maybe amoled is only for people with blue eyes!!!
Not sure if anyone has checked the Rogers Website lately but they have some really awesome phones. In fact I think they had beat out Bell in terms of the LTE version of the Galaxy S II. It has a different form factor than the Bell Galaxy S II in that it doesn't have the physical home button. Now I still have to check if I'm eligible for an upgrade but I'm stuck between two of these phones Rogers is offering. The Moto Razr has some really nice specs., mainly screen resolution being Amoled is much higher than the Galaxy S II. Other differences are apparent one being a tad slower in the CPU, and not being LTE. I'm not in the Toronto or Ottawa area so I don't think LTE is here in my area as of yet so LTE isn't really that important. Aside from the differences, I'm kinda stuck between the two phones. I like the Moto's design it's different thin nicer screen etc. The Samsung is also nice in that it's faster and of course a great backing from XDA developers. So what do you guys think, which would you choose having reviewed the phones specs?
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Not sure if anyone has checked the Rogers Website lately but they have some really awesome phones. In fact I think they had beat out Bell in terms of the LTE version of the Galaxy S II. It has a different form factor than the Bell Galaxy S II in that it doesn't have the physical home button. Now I still have to check if I'm eligible for an upgrade but I'm stuck between two of these phones Rogers is offering. The Moto Razr has some really nice specs., mainly screen resolution being Amoled is much higher than the Galaxy S II. Other differences are apparent one being a tad slower in the CPU, and not being LTE. I'm not in the Toronto or Ottawa area so I don't think LTE is here in my area as of yet so LTE isn't really that important. Aside from the differences, I'm kinda stuck between the two phones. I like the Moto's design it's different thin nicer screen etc. The Samsung is also nice in that it's faster and of course a great backing from XDA developers. So what do you guys think, which would you choose having reviewed the phones specs?
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If you upgraded last year with the captivate then I don't think you are eligible for an upgrade yet. I'm hanging on to my captivate till next year, as it still does everything I want it too. If I was going to upgrade I would get the Galaxy S II.
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this section is for questions about the captivate....NOT about which phone you should get next.
BE DECISIVE.
get a coin, heads sgs2, tails moto. now BEFORE you flip it search your feelings, there is one side you'll be hoping for. get that phone.
I have been reading up on the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition and the TF701T. I really would like some advice on helping to decide which way to go. I will list a few questions I have and concerns I have to see if any of you current users can help lead me to a decision.
Thanks in advance.
I know the primary differences between the 2. What I would like to know is has any one had any issues with rooting or putting roms on this? I have a Galaxy S4 and it really made me shy away from Samsung. I will never buy a phone from them that's for sure. Love the power it has and the screen is decent (a little dark) but getting roms on it is a nightmare. I've had a few different Android devices and loved all of them rooting and replacing the roms have been awesome! I just don't want to get one and find out that I'm going to have the same issues I have with my phone now. I realize that phones are different in the respect to the need to have extra protection requested by the phone companies. Thats why I'm reaching out to you to see what your experiences are.
Needs... I need to be able to use a Gumdrop or Otter box case as I have a 2 and 4 year old that will probably be using it at sometime or another. I also need it to have a decent battery life as I will most likely us it for work and play.
Wants... Speed, reliability, durability, Root, Roms, Games, and expand-ability.
I don't care about the stylus so that's not a reason to get this device. I will want a clean rom without all the Samsung garbage that this send with it.
Hope I can get some help with ideas here as I currently have a TF700T and aside from the ram shortage I love it. But time to give that to the kids and get Dad a new tab.
Again thanks for all the incite and opinions.
DrClaw
Have you taken a look at the Samsung Tab S? It has a incredible screen and has better value for money then Note 10.1 IMHO.
This is a really great device.
I don't think feels bulletproof. But maybe that is why its so light. Its kind of like plastic. The TF101 had a more industrial solid state feel like the surface pro.
I doubt this will be over clocked cause it gets warm. It is probably pushing its limits already.
Overall its quite snappy with great performance especially considering its a mobile device.
This is the only android device I know of that features a dock which is like $150 for me which is why I don't have it yet. That would make it feel more complete I guess.
There's no USB 3.0 Port on the tablet. Don't let the ad fool you. If you want that I guess its just with the dock. The tablet part has a micro HDMI port. That's what fooled me cause I thought it was micro USB. But I got the vivo tab extension which is only USB 2.0.
Performance and high resolution and visual quality for games . Not really an issue with rooting it besides potentially having to flush it down the toilet afterwards.
Thanks
Thanks for the advice this gives me more to look in to. I will broaden my horizons to include these 2 tabs. One thing I didn't mention is that I really want the 10" screen so if they don't sport that I'm going elsewhere. I have a smartphone and computer so when I get a new tab it must be 10".
Again Thanks
DrClaw
Claw22000 said:
Thanks for the advice this gives me more to look in to. I will broaden my horizons to include these 2 tabs. One thing I didn't mention is that I really want the 10" screen so if they don't sport that I'm going elsewhere. I have a smartphone and computer so when I get a new tab it must be 10".
Again Thanks
DrClaw
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ASUS and Samsung devices have pretty much the same amount of bloatware, so be prepared to unlock and root whichever you decide for.
If you are a lot into gaming you will get better gaming performance with a 1920x1080 tablet, like the Sony Z2 Tablet, which is a really nice, waterproof, but expensive tablet. Both the Tegra 4 and Snapdragoon 800 isn't always capable to deliver good fps in graphic intense games with the 2560x1600 displays. On the other hand this displays will of course give you a sharper picture when reading or web surfing.
I got my TF701 on a sale out and for the price I paid I think it is a good tablet, especially the prolonged battery life with the keyboard dock, although I have a hard time to get over how cheap it feels compared to my old TF101.
The Samsung Note 10.1 and Tab S 10.5 have one big advantage over the ASUS TF701: they are much more future proof. For an example they have 3 GB ram and 802.11ac wifi. But most important, IMHO, is that they will get an official Lollipop 5.0 update. The TF701 will _probably_ not, since it was not on ASUS list with devices they are going to update. (There is a chance that ASUS haven't decided yet if the TF701 will get the update or not).
The Samsung tablets also have a wider community development support, meaning more custom roms, custom kernels and other tweaks. And having a offical 5.0 update to base custom roms on is a big plus. (There is two versions of the Tab S: Snapdragon vs Exynos, I don't know if there is any difference in community support.)
I have never liked Samsung that much but the Tab S 10.5 is really worth trying out, the OLED display is amazing and it feels small and liteweight compared to the TF701. The Samsung display is also very good in bright conditions or outdoors, while the TF701 have poor brightness.
Still, if you really want a dock with hardware keyboard and external battery and are prepared to not receive any offical updates in the future the TF701 is IMHO a good buy if you can find it really cheap.
again thank you do much for your reply.
I'm going to be researching these tabs over the holiday weekend. Thanks again for all the insight. Just to be more clear games is not the forefront of my purchase. While I will play some games I have a PC gaming rig for that. So just simple games like the ones u aquire on humble bundle.
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I'm going to be researching these tabs over the holiday weekend. Thanks again for all the insight. Just to be more clear games is not the forefront of my purchase. While I will play some games I have a PC gaming rig for that. So just simple games like the ones u aquire on humble bundle.
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I dont play games either anymore, but i had to say XCom is one amazing beast of a game and the new enemy within expansion. I just had to get it for the PC because the art and visual quality is just fantastic. Really a classic with replay value. Not sure it takes full advantage of this hardware. :good:
99% decided.
After listening to many different opinions and watching videos I'm pretty settled on getting the Samsung Galaxy S 10.5. It was suggested I broaden my horizons a bit to include this tab in my research and I'm glad I did. The performance is identical to the 2014 but it has an LED screen giving it a brighter screen darker blacks and a crisper image. It also has a ROM that removes KNOX. This was a major concern for me because of the dislikes I have experienced with my S4 Phone. Gumdrop also makes a case for this and doesn't make one for the TF701T. I love their cases and as long as they are in business I will be purchasing them. Unless the TF701T pulls out some crazy feats in the next few days I will be purchasing the Tab S.
Thanks to all who have offered their opinions and considerations. I really appreciate them all. If anyone has any last note please don't hesitate to add to the pile I will consider more options.
Dr Claw
Can I use my TF700T keyboard with the TF701?
nope
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