Help choosing a new phone

steveh31 · 17-09-2014, 10:26

The last time i bought a new phone I got the terrible HTC wildfire which I hated from moment I started using so this time I want to buy a good phone while I have the money to do so.

I am looking at Lg G3 or Somy Xperia Z2 (as Z3 comes out soon hoping for price reduction) or possibly a Samsung maybe a Note or Galaxy S5.

Can anyone give me advice?

I have read Lg G3 battery is not so good.

Much appreciated in advance.

simon69c · 17-09-2014, 11:13

Might want to consider the Oneplus One - similar specs to those but a fraction of the price, plus it runs cyanogenmod which is a really good, highly customisable version of Android with lots of extra useful features like restricting what access apps are allowed to have.

Currently only available via an invite system as they struggle to keep up with demand, but I gather they are due to be available for general purchase in October.

JFC · 17-09-2014, 11:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by simon69c

Might want to consider the Oneplus One - similar specs to those but a fraction of the price, plus it runs cyanogenmod which is a really good, highly customisable version of Android with lots of extra useful features like restricting what access apps are allowed to have.

Currently only available via an invite system as they struggle to keep up with demand, but I gather they are due to be available for general purchase in October.

One plus One do not seem overly keen on selling phones to customers. You either have to receive an invite from someone who has already got one or enter competitions on their Facebook page or some such sh*te

Mark in Essex · 18-09-2014, 00:08

I can recommend the Galaxy S5.

I've had one for a while and love it (a good all rounder).

There seem to be some good deals out there at the moment as well.

Lyceum · 18-09-2014, 00:28

The nexus 5 is still an absolutely great phone. And worth a mention considering its price.

victor mel · 18-09-2014, 07:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lyceum

The nexus 5 is still an absolutely great phone. And worth a mention considering its price.

Or wait a month for the Nexus 6. Although the rumous are talking about a 5.9" screen
which might be too big.

17-09-2014, 10:26	#1
steveh31 Inactive Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 13,188	Help choosing a new phone The last time i bought a new phone I got the terrible HTC wildfire which I hated from moment I started using so this time I want to buy a good phone while I have the money to do so. I am looking at Lg G3 or Somy Xperia Z2 (as Z3 comes out soon hoping for price reduction) or possibly a Samsung maybe a Note or Galaxy S5. Can anyone give me advice? I have read Lg G3 battery is not so good. Much appreciated in advance.

17-09-2014, 11:13	#2
simon69c Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Glasgow Posts: 1,415	Might want to consider the Oneplus One - similar specs to those but a fraction of the price, plus it runs cyanogenmod which is a really good, highly customisable version of Android with lots of extra useful features like restricting what access apps are allowed to have. Currently only available via an invite system as they struggle to keep up with demand, but I gather they are due to be available for general purchase in October.

17-09-2014, 11:44	#3
JFC Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: London Posts: 538	Quote: Originally Posted by simon69c Might want to consider the Oneplus One - similar specs to those but a fraction of the price, plus it runs cyanogenmod which is a really good, highly customisable version of Android with lots of extra useful features like restricting what access apps are allowed to have. Currently only available via an invite system as they struggle to keep up with demand, but I gather they are due to be available for general purchase in October. One plus One do not seem overly keen on selling phones to customers. You either have to receive an invite from someone who has already got one or enter competitions on their Facebook page or some such sh*te

18-09-2014, 00:08	#4
Mark in Essex Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,644	I can recommend the Galaxy S5. I've had one for a while and love it (a good all rounder). There seem to be some good deals out there at the moment as well.

18-09-2014, 00:28	#5
Lyceum Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 3,124	The nexus 5 is still an absolutely great phone. And worth a mention considering its price.

18-09-2014, 07:39	#6
victor mel Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Kent Posts: 2,855	Quote: Originally Posted by Lyceum The nexus 5 is still an absolutely great phone. And worth a mention considering its price. Or wait a month for the Nexus 6. Although the rumous are talking about a 5.9" screen which might be too big.

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