Database Develop

If you hate apple/iPhone

Check out this awesome video ... of the iPhone getting killed by to guns .. mad funny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka0wIJE0GfM&feature=youtube_gdata_player
From: SmartAss City Runs:MiK_CM7

hehe... nice...never liked apple products

I wonder if Ghost Armour can stop 7.62's ..... ?
haha .. Think Apples Warranty will cover it ?

Hell no they probably convince apple fan boy that ... they need to pay them 500 dollars
Gonzo__ said:
I wonder if Ghost Armour can stop 7.62's ..... ?
haha .. Think Apples Warranty will cover it ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
From: SmartAss City Runs:MiK_CM7

Haaaaaa.
I have been using an iPhone since 2008.. and I do not like it anymore.
Shortly after my vibrate button broke off the side of the phone, I began to realize how little I use what the phone was designed to do. Apps.
I plan to get a Samsung Galaxy s2 or equivalent and go the way of the Droid.

I have never liked Iphones. Don't know why you would go for one when phones like Galaxy S and S2 are there.

I think everyone that hates a phone has some issues rofflmfao

Nex_1 said:
I think everyone that hates a phone has some issues rofflmfao
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nope. Ask my ex-crackberry user friends. Ever since Whatsapp came out, they've been leaving RIM in droves.

I want an iPhone so bad so that I'll sell it for $600 and I'll buy a laptop and some Bacon, that's got to be lots of Bacon.
Sent from my SGH-T959 using XDA App

That's pretty wasteful, but I do like the 1911.

Good video!
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

I guess I just don't understand the whole "hating a product" thing.

I don't like iPhucks because they are too expensive and break easily.

ethomps said:
I guess I just don't understand the whole "hating a product" thing.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When you have to work/fix iCrap (yes they do fail more so then you think) you tend to dread seeing them come in.
They are not serviceable friendly, (and I am talking about ALL iProducts) overpriced, underpowered and marketed to sheeple by a n narcissistic prude.
Case in point, It takes between 40 to 60 min to replace the MB in a iMac if you know what your doing. A PC motherboard can be swapped in under 10 min.
All iProducts mfg after 2008 require specialized tools just to work on them and in some cases only available from Apple.
I had to purchase a special driver just to open up the macbook Air's for $30. They sent me a plastic handle with the special bit worth all of $2 at harbor freight. (if they carried it)
I have asked many of time to be able to takeout some frustration on one and shooting any apple product would be fun but it would not compare to the satisfaction of using tannerite.

Not really hate for the phone, i hate the people that use it. I see it everyday at work when people pull it out. whats the first thing i see even if it has a case? the white apple logo on the back. haha even the way people hold it when talking they don't cover the apple logo...

Haha nice.
You almost spelled out my username on other forums and the email I use: "SyrianGasolHatesApple."

Radar Detectors? Which to Buy

Im trying to buy a detector and off the bat heres the things:
Money is an issue i dont feel like spending more than 120$
I want something thats good and doesn't false alarm all the damn time
Something thats user friendly
I have looked at a few myself but i want to hear your thoughts
What do you guys think about the Cobra XRS 9550g and 9645,9745,9845?
Any others is fine but i dont want them to be so annoying i heard a few whistlers and they dont whistle they "WINE" lol

Any responses are appreciated that will help me out
Any Insight is appreciated TIA

I know that $120 is kinda cheap for a decent one. Also, make sure u hide it well. That's all I got

icenight89 said:
I know that $120 is kinda cheap for a decent one. Also, make sure u hide it well. That's all I got
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
well on amazon there much cheaper but just wondering if someone can give me a down to the get go for which i would be best off with and if its worth it?
And i live in texas so there actually LEGAL haha. no need to hide them

Just don't speed? Makes more sense to me...
Sent from my Desire HD using Tapatalk

XoomSam said:
Just don't speed? Makes more sense to me...
Sent from my Desire HD using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
its not about speeding it about being aware of much more, so many people think that oh i need a radar so i dont get caught. NO thats not my point and thats not why i want one.

XxLostSoulxX said:
its not about speeding it about being aware of much more, so many people think that oh i need a radar so i dont get caught. NO thats not my point and thats not why i want one.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not being argumentative in the slightest - I'd just stay out if I was - you've sparked my curiosity. What else are they for then? I thought they were literally just for telling you about speed traps.

Archer said:
Not being argumentative in the slightest - I'd just stay out if I was - you've sparked my curiosity. What else are they for then? I thought they were literally just for telling you about speed traps.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
your not argumentative at all, but they have many uses like for instance the GPS modules tell your speed, red light cameras, accuracy on speed.
The bands it has like for instance a 15 band has 7 types of radars, 6 lasers, and 2 safety signals. like when a firetruck or emergency vehicles, etc...
several other reasons too, just gives you a warning doesn't give you the GO to speed.

*bump* does anyone use them?? i would like some advice on them

Just make sure it doesn't show up on the police's radar, Cause mine did and they took it... It was long time ago, so maybe the new one's are better

htc fan89 said:
Just make sure it doesn't show up on the police's radar, Cause mine did and they took it... It was long time ago, so maybe the new one's are better
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Some of the newer ones do not show up but also in Texas they are legal
Sent from my SPH-D700 using xda premium

Don't waste your money on a Cobra. When they came out 30 years ago they were the best, but they have fallen seriously behind.
Look at Escort/Beltronics. They're the same company but I think they still sell under both names. Best radar detectors out there hands down.
And make sure they are legal in the state you plan on using it. The fines and hassle of getting caught are much much worse than the speeding ticket.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk

frostedunit said:
Don't waste your money on a Cobra. When they came out 30 years ago they were the best, but they have fallen seriously behind.
Look at Escort/Beltronics. They're the same company but I think they still sell under both names. Best radar detectors out there hands down.
And make sure they are legal in the state you plan on using it. The fines and hassle of getting caught are much much worse than the speeding ticket.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dude my post above just said they were legal haha and like I already stated I don't have that kind of money nothing more than 120$ sorry 500$ is just fricking ridicolous.
But for cobra what would you recommend?
Sent from my SPH-D700 using xda premium

if you are going to get one, get a good one, with laser detection and such
those will cost you about $300, starts at around $250
they do work, except for when the come is hidding beneath your windshield level of view
LOL that's the only time they got me
they should invent X-Ray detectors so it can monitor through under the hood, then you'll get a nice 360 monitoring

AllGamer said:
if you are going to get one, get a good one, with laser detection and such
those will cost you about $300, starts at around $250
they do work, except for when the come is hidding beneath your windshield level of view
LOL that's the only time they got me
they should invent X-Ray detectors so it can monitor through under the hood, then you'll get a nice 360 monitoring
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
X-ray also give out radiation, dont want a radiative hood lol

htc fan89 said:
X-ray also give out radiation, dont want a radiative hood lol
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
that.............
AllGamer said:
if you are going to get one, get a good one, with laser detection and such
those will cost you about $300, starts at around $250
they do work, except for when the come is hidding beneath your windshield level of view
LOL that's the only time they got me
they should invent X-Ray detectors so it can monitor through under the hood, then you'll get a nice 360 monitoring
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
And please read OP because i don't have that kind of money as stated several times.
So please everyone please just tell me anything good in the 100$ Range THanks

XxLostSoulxX said:
that.............
And please read OP because i don't have that kind of money as stated several times.
So please everyone please just tell me anything good in the 100$ Range THanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Honestly,in that price range,I would just wait on getting one. They typically won't do enough to warrant spending 100-120. if you can't get at least an 8500 x50, I wouldn't waste my money. I wouldn't buy anything under 200.
Sent from my iPad 3 using Tapatalk

jburnette87 said:
Honestly,in that price range,I would just wait on getting one. They typically won't do enough to warrant spending 100-120. if you can't get at least an 8500 x50, I wouldn't waste my money. I wouldn't buy anything under 200.
Sent from my iPad 3 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Can you honestly tell me how that escor would be better than a 9550g Cobra? Because cobra is made by Bel and Escort is the same company is Bel
Sent from my SPH-D700 using xda premium

XxLostSoulxX said:
Can you honestly tell me how that escor would be better than a 9550g Cobra? Because cobra is made by Bel and Escort is the same company is Bel
Sent from my SPH-D700 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've owned a cobra. Be it an older cheaper model from like 02. But like I said, "I" wouldn't buy anything less than an x50. I couldn't justify it. For the price,I'm sure it's a decent RD judging from a quick search, just not something I would buy.
Sent from my iPad 3 using Tapatalk

Anything under $300 won't do you much good. Look up the Valentine 1, passport escort, or belltronics sti. They are well known and respected. You can do some research at radarroy.com its pretty informative
Sent from my PG86100 using XDA

Replacing my bionic with an iphone 5!

Cant wait to start camping in front of the apple store so i can pick my new phone, i want to be the first i'm so excited!

blewis said:
Cant wait to start camping in front of the apple store so i can pick my new phone, i want to be the first i'm so excited!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
News Worthy here.

blewis said:
Cant wait to start camping in front of the apple store so i can pick my new phone, i want to be the first i'm so excited!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nice!!! Your getting a phone that is outdated compared to all the android phones. Good job!!! :good:

I would wait for the iPhone 6. Rumor is that will have 6 rows of icons.
Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk 2

blewis said:
Cant wait to start camping in front of the apple store so i can pick my new phone, i want to be the first i'm so excited!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I assume you're testing your satire skills?

cromanorn said:
Nice!!! Your getting a phone that is outdated compared to all the android phones. Good job!!! :good:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's what I was thinking. Why waste your money on yesterday's technology?

He was setting himself up for disaster. Thats like going to an Obama rally and telling everyone your gonna vote for Romney. I'll give you a hug and say have fun... but thats all the love your gonna get on this forum.

Either he's being sarcastic or he's just wants attention. The iPhone 5 is behind in hardware. My brother is an iPhone users but not one of the idiots who just buys an iPhone because of the name. My brother and I always talk about the differences in our phones and he knows that iPhone is behind in the hardware department. Apple makes good products however they know they have a leash on majority of it's users who will follow them like lemmings off a cliff. Many people who buy iPhone don't even know what they are buying. It's more of a status symbol, a fad, a bling, whatever you wanna call it. Personally I don't care if you're getting an iPhone. You're succumbing to Apple's tactics and you will keep buying inferior phones cause they know they got you hooked. I could go on and on about it. Just don't let the door hit you on the way out.

The bar I go to [too often perhaps but that is another story] had a bunch of peeps that iphones. Now I don't think but only one has a crapple. They all jumped ship to Androids and like them much better. Regardless if the OP is honestly enthusiastic about it more power to him/her.

The OP is entitled to do as he wants. He wants the iPhone5 then so be it. I'm pretty sure most of us don't care and posts like these aren't necessary. It's pretty much like waving a piece of meat at a bunch of hungry wolves. This post is really going to get nowhere. GL with that iPhone5 and be prepared to stand in line for hours. My brother did that last year and he's smart enough to preorder this one this time.

I figured they were sarcastic but you never know. As far as the iPhone goes it is a solid, easy to use phone for people that aren't in to messing with phones. They can check there email, listen to music, put it on an iPod dock, play Angry Birds and of course make phone calls. My wife has one and has a hard time using my Bionic on ICS. Another issue that some people have is that they buy and android phone and its Junk from the get go. There are dozens of different makes and models on all the different carriers and and you buy a crappy device it can taint there taste for android cause they think ALL the android phones are bad like theres. Apple has one solid phone that is the same on all carriers. I have a friend that had a Droid 2 and now has a HTC Thunderbolt. He IS getting the iPhone 5 because of all the bad experiences he's had with the HTC. He has never used ICS or JB which I believe is the BEST thing to happen to an Android device.
I LOVE macs. Always have. I have a Mac Mini that I run OSX 10.6.8 and Windows 7 Professional on. It gives me the best of both worlds. I won't knock the iPhone, but with the solid hardware that is coming out and the vastly improved OS's like ICS and JB I think Google is on to something...

How is this worth mentioning? Has nothing to do with the Bionic.

I'm totally just kidding i just wanted to start a fire.....

blewis said:
I'm totally just kidding i just wanted to start a fire.....
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol.
mission accomplished...:beer:
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium

What idiot would camp out for a phone anyway?? Seriously
Luke

lukesdiesel said:
What idiot would camp out for a phone anyway?? Seriously
Luke
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dude look in front of the apple store before the new iphone is out

This vid really explain alot about iphone users
http://pocketnow.com/2012/09/13/iphone-5-fake-video/

I think IPhones (doesn't matter which one) are good phones but not for dudes. It's like a dude buying a new VW Bug, totally not cool.

I never understood why people have such a hard time with android to say that apple is easy? Its like, wow. Android isn't hard either.
Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk 2

how is wifi antenna on iphone.. because I heared it s weak.... sorry bu we need good antenna.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2

could not get a nexus 4? may be it is good!

Hallo,
so i am one of the people who could not get a nexus 4 from the funny Store because of unknown erros in the ordering system! (after a call they say u have one, next day call the told me that there is no transaction)!
I personally (like many other) do not believe that the Nexus 4 is out of stock! unless they hat only 1000 pieces!
I believe there it is one of the following:
either
- It is a markting game! we do not have any information about how many pieces were sold! .... not really sure
or
- Google do not trust this LG nexus really and did offered only limited pieces to be sold, to see how does the Nexus 4 do in the every day use! a kind of real life test!, so they can (maybe/maybe not) prevent the failures in the next shipment of nexus 4. And that is why google did not set a pre-order option on the funny Store!
As i can see it is really better that many of us could not get a nexus 4 first shipment (may be last shipment too!). I also do not like to buy a phone which i did not hold in my hand! or a phone which is not really tested yet!
So be happy like me because u did not buy the nexus 4 yet!
WBR
Siemens Lover

I'm sorry but this sounds like your trying to convince you're self and others that its OK you didn't get. BTW I did get one and am stoked. I'll test it and let u know.
Sent from my One X using xda premium

Rosetta Stone.

rottensalad said:
I'm sorry but this sounds like your trying to convince you're self and others that its OK you didn't get. BTW I did get one and am stoked. I'll test it and let u know.
Sent from my One X using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No i am not, i can still get one for 60$ above the price of the funny Store, that is not the Problem.
Then plz can u explain to me why was that not really professional from the Master Google?

Funny how none of those reasons could actually make someone "happy" they didn't get one... its not like you just broke the news that the device is a nuclear time bomb at T - 6:66

Well, everything has its good side. Those who weren't able to get a Nexus 4 can wait and see people's impression about this device, more reviews (besides the wide anandtech review), possible device issues, etc.
I admit I will buy a Nexus 4 as soon as it becomes avaliable again, but I'm also worried about the non-AOSP thing. So let's see hot it goes now on.

That's exactly what I told myself on my way to work after my attempts to place an order failed - until an hour later when my wallet showed an accepted order along with confirmation email-and I changed my mind:laugh:

OP that sounds really stupid. period.

I personally think that it's better to wait, since I want to see how durable the device is. And for the most part, I will be buying my Nexus 4 when either Ballistic Cases/Otterbox/Trident release a case for this phone, idk something about that back glass gets me a little worried about how sturdy this phone is...

I don't know how you can say that...I had to cry myself to sleep
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2

the grapes are sour

Sparta507 said:
I personally think that it's better to wait, since I want to see how durable the device is. And for the most part, I will be buying my Nexus 4 when either Ballistic Cases/Otterbox/Trident release a case for this phone, idk something about that back glass gets me a little worried about how sturdy this phone is...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why not go with an official bumper case? That is the lightest thing that will protect fully against falls (unless you drop it on an uneven surface where the glass touches first.. unlikely)

barondebxl said:
OP that sounds really stupid. period.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hhhhhhh.. u r a samsung and iphone guy.. so u should not say/write any letter here

SiemensLover said:
Google do not trust this LG nexus really and did offered only limited pieces to be sold, to see how does the Nexus 4 do in the every day use! a kind of real life test!, so they can (maybe/maybe not) prevent the failures in the next shipment of nexus 4. And that is why google did not set a pre-order option on the funny Store!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Are you serious? You really think that there is enough time between the first batch arriving and being used and shipping the second batch of phones they're going to have enough information to make serious hardware changes? A little far-fetched methinks.
How about something positive like Google set a limit on the devices to ensure that each one was sent out in a timely manner and the orders could be processed swiftly before relisting the device that was hugely popular?
Sparta507 said:
I personally think that it's better to wait, since I want to see how durable the device is. And for the most part, I will be buying my Nexus 4 when either Ballistic Cases/Otterbox/Trident release a case for this phone, idk something about that back glass gets me a little worried about how sturdy this phone is...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't think that the glass makes the phone not 'sturdy'. I would guess that the phone is well made, solid and also looks really nice because of the tough Gorilla Glass 2 backing. Obviously, this is purely speculative but I can imagine that with a bumper and - more importantly - a little care, this device will last a while and be great to have.

fatjivi said:
I don't know how you can say that...I had to cry myself to sleep
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
u cry because a phone? A phone that u can/may buy?!

All my phones up until now have been on contract, and each upgrade has never coincided with a launch. Part of the appeal with the N4 (along with the price of course) was to get a phone at launch for the 1st time. I'm happy to put up with teething problems -as a long standing Android dabbler, that is part of the masochistic fun. It is just nice to be in at the very beginning for a change.

jimmygoska said:
Are you serious? You really think that there is enough time between the first batch arriving and being used and shipping the second batch of phones they're going to have enough information to make serious hardware changes? A little far-fetched methinks.
How about something positive like Google set a limit on the devices to ensure that each one was sent out in a timely manner and the orders could be processed swiftly before relisting the device that was hugely popular?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I said they maybe/maybe not prevent the coming issues inthe next shippment!
It is silly... what about a pre-order option from the Master Google in the funny store??

Trying to make yourself feel better, but it's not working.

I love it when people never use periods, just exclamation points on every sentence! So exciting!

cool story, bro.
-Sent from my Nexus 4

To all Galaxy Gear owners

Do you think the gear was worth it? I was really looking forward to getting it with my Note 3, pebble and SW2 is just stooping too low for my standards, but i read something about an ohmate smartwatch or something? Is it better or are you still keeping your galaxy gear?

Ofcourse it was. Have a read of the threads here
_____
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 i7310

The watch looks ugly! As a long term swype user I'm more interested by the software that nuance is putting on it

I had my doubts at first... although it really has become second nature to own a gear.
My rom aside, its a great handy tool.. it's more a luxury then a necessity, although a very nice one.
Having the ability to simply flick my wrist when a notification comes in to make a quick decision to ignore it or not doesn't sound like much, although if you receive as many as I do daily its a god sent. I have even found myself using the phone call features alot more then I originally thought..
I made my rom for further customization on the gear, mainly the use of custom widgets as clock faces.. if your into that kind of stuff there's a whole new world of possibility's. In saying that tho the stock/watchstyler faces are great, although they only kept me entertained for so long.
Overall, can you live without the gear.. sure you can.. could the gear be better ? sure it can.. Although for Samsungs first attempt for such a form factor I couldn't ask for much more without being greedy.. I'm really grateful my girl had bought me it, no regrets so far.
I will defiantly purchase the predecessor.

Let me try to provide you some insight here given that I have traveled the path you are now on. I too own a Note 3 an I purchased the Gear when it first came out. I kept it for 14 days and was so disgusted with its shortcomings that I parted with it once I learned that the Omata Smartwatch and Neptune Pine were coming out. However, I abandoned the Pine holdout after realizing how large the piece was and that it would be simply too large to wear on my risk. I walked away from the Omata after reading all of the posts from people who were complaining about the shoddy build and their failure to come up with a Companion application to allow the watch to act as a companion to the phone. Meaning your stuck with a sim card stand alone phone/watch that has a 1 and 1/2 inch screen as your dedicated phone. Go figure.
So, a friend of mine told me that I should go back to the Galaxy Gear but to customize it out by means of the XDA Developer Forum. I repurchased the Gear and then began teaching myself how to root and customize following the guidance provided by the forum members here. And trust me it was the best move I ever made!! First of all the build quality of the Gear is great. Samsung spared no expense in putting forth a superior piece of hardware. It was the software where the watch fell short. Well the guys here at XDA have over fixed that problem to the point that they have developed the watch to where it is a full-fledged mini-computer on your wrist. It is to the point that I find myself throughout the day relying on my Gear watch for notifications and emails more than my Note 3.
I most definitely wanted to purchase one of the other upcoming brand watches coming out. But I will tell you it is going to take some serious invention for another watch to top the heightened state that the XDA forum members have gotten the Gear watch too. They have really developed this thing to the point that all of the other smart watches, even those that are still in development and about to be released (Pine, Omata) are going to be playing catchup.
I am not saying all of this as a fan boy because I own the Gear. Like I said I actually got rid of my first one with the intent on buying something else. At this point I don't think there is anything out there that will come close. But don't get it twisted, that is not because of Samsung and their doing, because they rushed a product to market. This item is untouchable because of the hard work that the members of this forum have put in.
Try this. A lot of people who are not hip to XDA an the work they have put in to developing the software give up on the Gear and get rid of it like I did. Go out and purchase you a second hand Gear and then come on tho forum and customize the heck out of it and you will be leagues ahead of the other smart watches that will be playing catchup.
Sorry for the long post I truly wanted to address your question

If you have the money, then sure, it's a very nice aesthetically pleasing watch that does everything a full android microscopic-tablet will do.
I got mine for $140 and I wouldn't spend more than $150 for this. It's great, and it makes me feel like I'm always connected to my phone. So when at work and my phone is in the drawer, I don't have to periodically keep checking for updates which is super neat -- and easier for me than getting caught by my superiors.

I can only say, to each his own. Whether it's worth it to you can only be determined by one person... You!
In terms of aesthetics, some think it's ugly (santaclauswitz, for example lol)... Others think it looks great! (Myself and pretty much every person I run into who says "Ooohhhh! Is that that Samsung thingy?? Looks pretty cool! Show me what it can do!"
Some think it's an overpriced gizmo that can't do much. Others have found it to be worth every penny, and in the right hands (and with the right attitude) it's capabilities are only as limited as your imagination!
I for one am very pleased with this watch. I wasn't too sure at first. I hadn't worn a watch in a number of years and it felt weird having something strapped to my wrist. I was also I little disappointed by the lack of functionality coming out of the box, but thanks to fOmey, my watch is becoming more and more functional with each passing day. I've also gotten to accept the fact that I'm wearing a watch. I was always taking it off, adjusting the strap, fidgeting with it. But it feels very comfortable and natural on my wrist now.
In short... Do I think it's worth it?? Yes!! Am I happy with my investment?? You betcha!! Will I keep it?? Hmm... When the next generation is released its going to be pretty hard to not snap it up lol... But I'll cross that bridge when I come to it
Devices:
- Galaxy Note 3 SM-N900W8 on X-Note 7.0 (ML2) with Compulsion Kernel 6.0
- Galaxy Gear on null_18 (ML1)

Since we're not allowed to use our phones on my job, a rooted Gear comes in handy when I want to go on the internet.

Thanks guys! Definitely getting a Gear tomorrow with my $50 dollars discount at Rogers! What colour should i get? I have a black Note 3

I just returned mine.. Best buy. An hour ago before the Xmas deadline.
I might rebuy it if I can see it for $100 in clearance rack, but really want the gear 2, there will be more tech in a little package with gear2, and should be much lighter.
I'll wait the 3 months.
Must say... that I enjoyed it and like having the gear. Had fun in last two weeks. I got a lot of complements too.
I really expected a few more things from it for the $299 price tag.
More battery life
Gps
More memory
Better camera
Google integration.. Search
Maybe front camera or heart monitor?
Let's see what the spring will bring.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using xda app-developers app

roadwarrior69 said:
I just returned mine.. Best buy. An hour ago before the Xmas deadline.
I might rebuy it if I can see it for $100 in clearance rack, but really want the gear 2, there will be more tech in a little package with gear2, and should be much lighter.
I'll wait the 3 months.
Must say... that I enjoyed it and like having the gear. Had fun in last two weeks. I got a lot of complements too.
I really expected a few more things from it for the $299 price tag.
More battery life
Gps
More memory
Better camera
Google integration.. Search
Maybe front camera or heart monitor?
Let's see what the spring will bring.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If the Gear 2 comes out at spring i might wait, but i doubt it. The Galaxy Gear is still pretty new, and i also doubt that they'll price it lower than the Pebble, maybe $200 clearance, maybe... but definitely not $100.

Not worth the current price tag. Maybe 150 at the most. Caught a deal on Craigslist for a note 3 and galaxy gear for $250. Gave the note 3 to my girl and I'm currently playing with the watch. Glad I don't pay full price. I would've probably returned it. Not enough features for the price.
Sent from my SM-N900V using xda app-developers app

I love mine and am happy I paid $299. Cheaper would have been great too, but as a repeat Early Adopter, I am used to this. Gear 2 has been announced by Samsung for about an April release, check these forums for more information on this. I think it is a good looking watch and also get asked often about it with a sense of awe and wonder from the asker, when I show them the watch faces, apps, and sideloaded movie and music player options. I use the notifications daily the same as many have stated, to keep up quickly with my incoming emails, messages and calendar reminders. Phone does work great too for me.
If you can wait for the Gear 2, then sure you should, but many of us will be right there in line with you to get it when it does come out.

I can't help but laugh wildly at the placement of the camera on the Omate. The only thing it'd be able to take a picture of is the top of my arm...

C00lBeanz said:
Thanks guys! Definitely getting a Gear tomorrow with my $50 dollars discount at Rogers! What colour should i get? I have a black Note 3
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have the Orange one and absolutely love it.
Sent from my SM-N900V

Srwilliams said:
Let me try to provide you some insight here given that I have traveled the path you are now on. I too own a Note 3 an I purchased the Gear when it first came out. I kept it for 14 days and was so disgusted with its shortcomings that I parted with it once I learned that the Omata Smartwatch and Neptune Pine were coming out. However, I abandoned the Pine holdout after realizing how large the piece was and that it would be simply too large to wear on my risk. I walked away from the Omata after reading all of the posts from people who were complaining about the shoddy build and their failure to come up with a Companion application to allow the watch to act as a companion to the phone. Meaning your stuck with a sim card stand alone phone/watch that has a 1 and 1/2 inch screen as your dedicated phone. Go figure.
So, a friend of mine told me that I should go back to the Galaxy Gear but to customize it out by means of the XDA Developer Forum. I repurchased the Gear and then began teaching myself how to root and customize following the guidance provided by the forum members here. And trust me it was the best move I ever made!! First of all the build quality of the Gear is great. Samsung spared no expense in putting forth a superior piece of hardware. It was the software where the watch fell short. Well the guys here at XDA have over fixed that problem to the point that they have developed the watch to where it is a full-fledged mini-computer on your wrist. It is to the point that I find myself throughout the day relying on my Gear watch for notifications and emails more than my Note 3.
I most definitely wanted to purchase one of the other upcoming brand watches coming out. But I will tell you it is going to take some serious invention for another watch to top the heightened state that the XDA forum members have gotten the Gear watch too. They have really developed this thing to the point that all of the other smart watches, even those that are still in development and about to be released (Pine, Omata) are going to be playing catchup.
I am not saying all of this as a fan boy because I own the Gear. Like I said I actually got rid of my first one with the intent on buying something else. At this point I don't think there is anything out there that will come close. But don't get it twisted, that is not because of Samsung and their doing, because they rushed a product to market. This item is untouchable because of the hard work that the members of this forum have put in.
Try this. A lot of people who are not hip to XDA an the work they have put in to developing the software give up on the Gear and get rid of it like I did. Go out and purchase you a second hand Gear and then come on tho forum and customize the heck out of it and you will be leagues ahead of the other smart watches that will be playing catchup.
Sorry for the long post I truly wanted to address your question
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Plus with the Omata Smartwatch, your gonna get wrist hair in your pictures lol

compared to any released, or soon to be released smartwatches - galaxy gear owns them all. even the newest pebble that cost 250 usd is a joke..
i hated gear when i got it, and i also returned it due to terrible software side, but custom rom allowed me to customize it the way i like it. can't go back to any other smartwatch right now.

raiu said:
Plus with the Omata Smartwatch, your gonna get wrist hair in your pictures lol
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol
Today I got the Wild orange GG and looks wicked! Currently sideloading Nova Launcher and other apps onto my gear, it's like a cute mini tab for my wrist

fOmey said:
I had my doubts at first... although it really has become second nature to own a gear.
My rom aside, its a great handy tool.. it's more a luxury then a necessity, although a very nice one.
Having the ability to simply flick my wrist when a notification comes in to make a quick decision to ignore it or not doesn't sound like much, although if you receive as many as I do daily its a god sent. I have even found myself using the phone call features alot more then I originally thought..
I made my rom for further customization on the gear, mainly the use of custom widgets as clock faces.. if your into that kind of stuff there's a whole new world of possibility's. In saying that tho the stock/watchstyler faces are great, although they only kept me entertained for so long.
Overall, can you live without the gear.. sure you can.. could the gear be better ? sure it can.. Although for Samsungs first attempt for such a form factor I couldn't ask for much more without being greedy.. I'm really grateful my girl had bought me it, no regrets so far.
I will defiantly purchase the predecessor.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nailed it.

Considering it only cost me $60 as a promo when I got my GN3, absolutely worth it.
Sent from my SM-N900W8 using xda app-developers app