[Q] S4 $200 or S3 for $10? beating a dead horse - Sprint Samsung Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot

Sorry all for brining it up again. I've got a dual core Evo 3D that's struggling along and finally can upgrade. Can people comment on the real world difference between the S3 and S4? I figured many S4 owners are previous S3 owners. I can get the S3 for $10 or S4 for $200, both under contract. Just trying to justify the price difference really. I consider resale on the device too, but figured I wouldn't get an additional $190 in resale when my next upgrade is available, pointing me back at the S3.
I don't play any performance intensive games, mostly use mapping and web browsing. I might actually watch videos now that I might have some reliable 4G LTE performance where I am. So far with Wimax 4G it was pointless to try and my 3G failed me as it does with most.
Thanks.

mtnbkr said:
Sorry all for brining it up again. I've got a dual core Evo 3D that's struggling along and finally can upgrade. Can people comment on the real world difference between the S3 and S4? I figured many S4 owners are previous S3 owners. I can get the S3 for $10 or S4 for $200, both under contract. Just trying to justify the price difference really. I consider resale on the device too, but figured I wouldn't get an additional $190 in resale when my next upgrade is available, pointing me back at the S3.
I don't play any performance intensive games, mostly use mapping and web browsing. I might actually watch videos now that I might have some reliable 4G LTE performance where I am. So far with Wimax 4G it was pointless to try and my 3G failed me as it does with most.
Thanks.
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S4 has a newer processor and better gpu and some more features that I think will be ported to s3 too. If you are not a gameplayer I would recommend you s3 as its still a good device.
On the other hand if you want a good device with plenty of updates take a look also for HTC one and Sony xperia z as they are great devices and much better from s4 or s3.

The S4 will definitely have more resale value than the S3 down the line. As far as making a choice between the two, its either you want the newest and better or the older and still good. I recommend checking out some YouTube videos comparing the two.

Stealyourface said:
The S4 will definitely have more resale value than the S3 down the line. As far as making a choice between the two, its either you want the newest and better or the older and still good. I recommend checking out some YouTube videos comparing the two.
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I will take a look at youtube, thanks. In 2 years time, do you really think the S4 would get $190 more than the S3? I thought even the S2 gets reasonable resale still.
DaRk-L0rD said:
S4 has a newer processor and better gpu and some more features that I think will be ported to s3 too. If you are not a gameplayer I would recommend you s3 as its still a good device.
On the other hand if you want a good device with plenty of updates take a look also for HTC one and Sony xperia z as they are great devices and much better from s4 or s3.
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I'm not a fan on HTC at the moment so I'll pass on that. My wife has the S3 so I want to stick with a Galaxy of some sort.

The only thing about the S3 is that in two years when your contract is up it will be a 3 year old device. That's a long time in tech. The S4 is essentially twice the processing as the S3 and a bigger battery with a Hd screen etc. I would save money and get the better phone. Also I've seen the S4 on wirefly.com and amazon for $150. Just shop around. Sprint will be the most expensive. Prices change daily so keep your eye out.
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GiantJay said:
The only thing about the S3 is that in two years when your contract is up it will be a 3 year old device. That's a long time in tech. The S4 is essentially twice the processing as the S3 and a bigger battery with a Hd screen etc. I would save money and get the better phone. Also I've seen the S4 on wirefly.com and amazon for $150. Just shop around. Sprint will be the most expensive.
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I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.

mtnbkr said:
I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.
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I have owned the S2, Galaxy Nexus, S3 and now the S4. I bought the S4 off contract after trading in my S3 to Best Buy for $262.50, I paid $385 out of pocket. The main reason why I love the S4 is the hardware. The battery is phenomenal, the screen is beautiful and it's light and looks better. Also better antennas etc. Not to mention it's a beast on the inside so I know whatever new apps or whatever Android 5.0 brings this phone will handle no problem. It's got a whole year of innovation and technological advances behind it. Idk, I would just wait a little bit and you will see the S4 for $150 sometime soon.
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Think about it like this. App developers are developing to support faster hardware. Who knows what you're favorite app will be in a year & if the S3 will support it?
The S4 is packed with more goodies in nearly the same size container as the S3, including larger screen, processor, battery, and RAM.
The S4 is entirely worth it. I was the first in my office to get one, now 3-4 others have it after seeing it.

mtnbkr said:
I will take a look at youtube, thanks. In 2 years time, do you really think the S4 would get $190 more than the S3? I thought even the S2 gets reasonable resale still.
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That depends on where you sell it and your area. Condition it's in etc. No resale value is ever set in stone.
mtnbkr said:
I'm doing an upgrade and haven't seen anything under $188. At $150 I'd start leaning for S4. I have the money to spend on the S4, but just trying to get someone to really justify to be why it's worth an extra $190 at this point and time. Will the S3 really be so bad in 2 years time? I did think the same thing for my last phone, that'd it'd be fine, dual core 1.2GHz, 1 GB ram, but now it's a slow snail.
For ebay, just did a quick search. Used S3s are selling at maybe $225-$250 and used S2s are going for about $100 less. By that comparison, in 2 years, I'd hope to get something in the $150 range for a used S3 vs maybe $250 for an S4. Does that seem reasonable? With that, I feel better off for the S3 now since it'd almost $200 cheaper for me. All of this is pointless if the S3 will really struggle to meet my needs in 2 years.
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It's $150 at bestbuy. You think your current phone is slow? Add 1GB of ram to it and you have an s3. Then think two more years down the road. It would be better to get the S4 yes. But is it better for the money? That is a question only you can answer for yourself since its your money.

Stealyourface said:
That depends on where you sell it and your area. Condition it's in etc. No resale value is ever set in stone.
It's $150 at bestbuy. You think your current phone is slow? Add 1GB of ram to it and you have an s3. Then think two more years down the road. It would be better to get the S4 yes. But is it better for the money? That is a question only you can answer for yourself since its your money.
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I got the S4 at release date, and I definitely go with the S4. You'll definitely get your money back with the S4, I sold my S3 on Craigslist for 315 cash the day after the S4 came out and actually made money with my upgrade.
If you get the S3, it'll hardly be worth anything with a resale as it'll be two gens behind when you try to sell it one or two year in the future. Plus you'll have a much much easier time selling the S4 then you will the S3 then. I can honestly say the S4 is a huge upgrade, it's just simply better in every category even if it's not visibly evident.
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Contract about to end..

My contract will be up in a few months and I'm looking for what's next. The Vibrant has been a great phone and is still going strong but it' starting to show it's age. Also I don't think I want to lock into another 2 year contract. So here's my thoughts...
Google is now selling the Galaxy Nexus for $400
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=galaxy_nexus_hspa
And I can also get the bring your own SIM unlimited plan for $45/month.
I'm guessing I will break even in about 6 months as opposed to buying the Galaxy II on contract.
Thoughts?
Don't buy the GS2. there are a lot of phones out that are so much better. Speaking from personal experience. GS2 is already yesterdays news. Wait or move to another carrier. T-Mobile sucks with their updates! Run! RUN I TELL YOU!! RUUUUUUUUN!
Personally I will be leaving t-blowbile when my contract is up in July. Everyone else should too. Terrible updates,even worse service.
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GS3 for T-Mobile will probably be dual core. It isn't really that impressive, I suggest a GS2
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Holy crap!!! School must be close to over. You re-enable your acct?
Yes
Latest ICS is still a pain though .
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VeryCoolAlan said:
GS3 for T-Mobile will probably be dual core. It isn't really that impressive, I suggest a GS2
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Why, you don't like him or something? GSII was, and continues to be, the ****ing definition of let down. 480x800 on a 4.5" screen, when I'm a little disappointed with that resolution on a 4" screen? No thank you. If GS3, with its rumored 4.7" screen, ends up being pentile, I'm done with Samsung for at least 2 years, probably longer.
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It probably will the Galaxy Nexus has a 720p Superamoled pentile display.....samsung makes the screens 99% chance of pentile on GS3.......
I have the gs2 the updates sucks, (oh there aren't any) and the phone could be better. If the gs3 that goes to T-Mobile is garbage, as in it has a totally different processor than every other gs2 then I'm leaving T-Mobile and going some where else.
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Engadget has had some posts that indicate the SGS 3 is going to have Sammy's latest Erynox quad core. I'm wondering if it's going to be good enough to finally be the device that has me leaving my Vibrant when I'm eligible for another upgrade.
My main concerns are:
Developer backing
Storage (if not a lot on the phone, it has to have an SD)
Removable battery to get out of bootloops
Wait...you mean I was totally right and Samsung abandoned the gs2 just like I said they would and everyone that rushed to get one is all sad about it? no. way. Seriously #neveragain means #neveragain. Buy the gs3 and watch the same damn thing happen again.
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I'm much less worried about vendor support than I am dev support. Sammy forgot about the Vibrant a LONG time ago. And Sammy's not the only one that does it. In all honesty this is part of the reason that I am going to consider a Windows phone when it's time for a new one.
jnusz said:
Engadget has had some posts that indicate the SGS 3 is going to have Sammy's latest Erynox quad core. I'm wondering if it's going to be good enough to finally be the device that has me leaving my Vibrant when I'm eligible for another upgrade.
My main concerns are:
Developer backing
Storage (if not a lot on the phone, it has to have an SD)
Removable battery to get out of bootloops
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Just read on tmonews that the US variants of SG3 could come with Snapdragon S4 processor instead of Exynos. If true, it will really put a damper on the SG3 party.
i guess when samsung says "flagship", means they'll abandon ship in a year or so.
TMO just aquired 20+ spectrums (i think) from the AT&T deal so the data speeds and signal should be boosted in the next couple of months. then ultimately get LTE in 2013.
i'm sticking with Tmo cuz i need wifi calling and my old grandfathered myfave "real unlimited" plan
Well, I bought my Vibrant on release day (July 2010). I decided to go for the HTC One S and ordered 3 of it yesterday to replcace my vibrant and 2 Iphones in my family. Got a great deal from loyalty ($200 for 3 phones) and $10 per month off my plan.
jneal9 said:
Just read on tmonews that the US variants of SG3 could come with Snapdragon S4 processor instead of Exynos. If true, it will really put a damper on the SG3 party.
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Told ya!!!!
What are your guy's thoughts on a 4.7 4.8 inch screen, but no physical buttons?
What the hell is so bad about physical buttons and having the full 4.8" of beautiful screen? I've used Ios devices, and not having a back button drives me nuts!
I don't see anything coming up with a nice big hd screen, capacitive buttons, removable Batt/SD card...
Seems like every rumored phone is missing something...That and the thin factor. Seriously, look at the iphone, it's a brick, people love it...what's the fascination with thin ass phones that feel cheap andcan't hold a battery worth a ****?
accordex said:
What are your guy's thoughts on a 4.7 4.8 inch screen, but no physical buttons?
What the hell is so bad about physical buttons and having the full 4.8" of beautiful screen? I've used Ios devices, and not having a back button drives me nuts!
I don't see anything coming up with a nice big hd screen, capacitive buttons, removable Batt/SD card...
Seems like every rumored phone is missing something...That and the thin factor. Seriously, look at the iphone, it's a brick, people love it...what's the fascination with thin ass phones that feel cheap andcan't hold a battery worth a ****?
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You just get used to it.
When I had the G1 the missing camera button drove me nuts!!!! But its okay
Like my note I thought it was gonna be top big with a 5.3in screen but its small enough!
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alextheman said:
Well, I bought my Vibrant on release day (July 2010). I decided to go for the HTC One S and ordered 3 of it yesterday to replcace my vibrant and 2 Iphones in my family. Got a great deal from loyalty ($200 for 3 phones) and $10 per month off my plan.
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$200 each, or total? I'm thinking about pushing for some loyalty love for a reduced One S, and then just selling it still sealed. I REALLY dislike the non-removable battery, and not really a fan of only cloud storage, but can live with it if necessary. I was kind of thinking maybe finagle 2 Galaxy S Blazes for free, since that phone is as close as it gets to an upgraded Vibrant, and selling one... still not sure though. Any ideas?
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Droidificator said:
$200 each, or total? I'm thinking about pushing for some loyalty love for a reduced One S, and then just selling it still sealed. I REALLY dislike the non-removable battery, and not really a fan of only cloud storage, but can live with it if necessary. I was kind of thinking maybe finagle 2 Galaxy S Blazes for free, since that phone is as close as it gets to an upgraded Vibrant, and selling one... still not sure though. Any ideas?
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$200 total for 3 phones.

Deprecation

Im going to go on a 24 month contract, looking at S3 or maybe the One X. What I'm worried about though is I bought my current Sensation XE SIM free for £450, about 6 months ago and now they are selling for about £200-250 I think.
Will the S3 keep its value better? How did the S2 hold value? New to Android, had iPhones before which Sid hold value well I thought
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The second buy a smartphone it is basically worth half what you paid for it. Fact of life. Doesnt really matter what you buy.
If you happen to buy something good though it will maintain that value for a year probably.
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Expect the S3 to quickly lose value after autumn where superior devices will be released... Performance wise this device is sadly not as future proof as the S2 was at its release.
hefonthefjords said:
The second buy a smartphone it is basically worth half what you paid for it. Fact of life. Doesnt really matter what you buy.
If you happen to buy something good though it will maintain that value for a year probably.
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Except for an iphone.
Depending on how you got it, it actually rauses in price.
$1 gets you a reply
Certain phones are more desirable than others and therefore hold their value well on ebay and such.
GS2 is still one of the more desirable ones and can be sold for £250+ on ebay or recycled for £230. (after around 18 months)
Personally I reckon the GS3 will be just as popular and will hold its resale value well.
Obviously it's not in the iphone levels, but normal consumers know the galaxy s brand and it will probably stay in relatively high demand until the GS4
I see the HTC One X selling for £300 BNIB on ebay.. Although it's an excellent phone, I don't think it will be as lucky as the GS3
only apple products keep their market value because of the fact that apple uses price fixing tactics.
Yeh Apple do keep better price, I don't think I'll buy another or brand new again unless part of a contract as looks like I'm going to lost about £225, 50% after 6months
Sad fact
It is actually a sad fact to see the Galaxy S series loses value more than the iPhone series, simply because I think that Galaxy is so much better in terms of flexibility and "mod-ibility".
Apple products hold their value better because there are alot of idiots with more money than sense.
AndreiLux said:
Expect the S3 to quickly lose value after autumn where superior devices will be released... Performance wise this device is sadly not as future proof as the S2 was at its release.
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Not necessarily true, the SGSII hasn't lost a lot of it's value just look online therefore i doubt the GS3 will
Depreciation.
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Kailkti said:
Except for an iphone.
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hboos said:
Certain phones are more desirable than others and therefore hold their value well on ebay and such.
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Slight correction: phones with less competition better maintain their price (because there are fewer alternatives). The moment that viable competitors come out, the price will drop.
The iPhone is sufficiently differentiated, through brand alone, that many consumers are willing to consider it apart from all the competition. And Apple is smart enough to limit competition with itself by only releasing once in a gray moon. (Also by suing the hell out of everyone who has the audacity to release a rectangular phone.) So there you go.
MrMrMr111 said:
Yeh Apple do keep better price, I don't think I'll buy another or brand new again unless part of a contract as looks like I'm going to lost about £225, 50% after 6months
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You could be on the receiving end of this trend if you want; just wait a few months and you can buy it for hella cheap. It's sort of a gamble though; the Galaxy S2 held up price pretty well (it's differentiation was probably beat only by the iPhone or the Note), and it remains to see whether the S3 can do the same.
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Depreciation.
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Or... defecation.
thebobp said:
Slight correction: phones with less competition better maintain their price (because there are fewer alternatives). The moment that viable competitors come out, the price will drop.
The iPhone is sufficiently differentiated, through brand alone, that many consumers are willing to consider it apart from all the competition. And Apple is smart enough to limit competition with itself by only releasing once in a gray moon. (Also by suing the hell out of everyone who has the audacity to release a rectangular phone.) So there you go.
You could be on the receiving end of this trend if you want; just wait a few months and you can buy it for hella cheap. It's sort of a gamble though; the Galaxy S2 held up price pretty well (it's differentiation was probably beat only by the iPhone or the Note), and it remains to see whether the S3 can do the same.
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Fair enough but I would suggest that the Galaxy S series has reached some level of brand recognition..so that when lay consumers (rather than us tech geeks) think of the best phones available, they think first of the iphone and then of the galaxy S series.
I reckon that after the initial depreciation (from selling second hand), the GS3 will hold its value well until the next GS phone..
Or at least I hope it will because I'll be getting a GS3 once it comes out!
The Galaxy S II was so good because it was better then every other phone on the market, the Galaxy S III is just a bit better, or at least on par with other phones now.
What other phone is faster than the SG3? What other phone dose what the SG3 dose?
Anyhow the SG2 is still selling for loads and even phone recycle places pay over £200
50% drop?
Then that means it is down more than 50%
juDGEY2k10 said:
What other phone is faster than the SG3? What other phone dose what the SG3 dose?
Anyhow the SG2 is still selling for loads and even phone recycle places pay over £200
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Not right now, but just wait and see. Even the dualcore S4 Krait matches its speed on certain tests, there will be more ARM's A15 chips coming in near the future.
That is not to say its a bad phone, but it's not a major leap like the SII was. The price is already a give away imo, $700 after VAT, so before that its cheaper. The Nexus and Note was $800 when they were released. I think that's simply a good thing though since phones were getting too expensive. We have the OneX at $600, S3 at $700, Nexus at $400. I think its positive for consumers, could be $50 lower still.
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Depreciation.
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When I saw the title I was wondering what's being condemned.

Get the Galaxy Note or wait for Note 2?

Hi folks,
My contract expires this month and I'm thinking the Galaxy Note is for me. However, I noticed recently that Samsung are hinting at a possible october (EU) release date for the Note 2. I also noticed that there is a good chance it will look similar to the S3, a design which I really do detest, it reminds me of a bar of soap, not to mention it will mean a fair amount of waiting time. But is it really that much different to the original note in terms of power?
I've probably already answered my question here, but what are your thoughts? Anyone else thinking the same?
Seeing there are no specs for a note 2 only assumptions based on the s3 at a larger size how can anyone answer your question.
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that we don't know really what the Note 2 will look like or anything else until samsung leaks some infos. Your decision is one of the most easy - if you are eager to get a large screen phone and don't want to wait, go for the Note but if you want the most powerful phone in the Samsung lineup, go for the S3. Personally, the large screen of the Note is worth every money especially if you browse the internet a lot but the design of the S3 is also appealing and you will certainly look cool if you own a recently released device - people will think that this person has a lot of cash to be able to afford such expensive device...haha...lol
I recommend you to hold on, don't buy any Note and keep waiting for Note 4S+.
That will definitely far more advance than the GT-N7000 Note!
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LowDef said:
I recommend you to hold on, don't buy any Note and keep waiting for Note 4S+.
That will definitely far more advance than the GT-N7000 Note!
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Ditto
The Note is last year's tech. Hold off especially if you are getting locked in for 2 years.
Wait for it, use a dumb phone in the meantime.
The GNote is not maintained by Samsung anymore (LPY bug and Screen Issues).
Wow are we getting GN2?
When?
What is the spec?
However, if you want to wait for GN2 you might need to wait more than a year
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Wow are we getting GN2?
When?
What is the spec?
However, if you want to wait for GN2 you might need to wait more than a year
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I heard Oct 2012. Sorry to be lazy to quote any source, but try googling and see.
I vote to get the S3 Korean version which is Quad Core +2GB of RAM.
Anyway, I think you can sell the S3 without much loss. The resale value should be quite strong?
in your place i would take note and later get note 2, sell note 1 ;D
If they would bring out a note 2 that had the exact same design I'd do it, I really can't get on board with the S3 design though, hate those curves. It really is as if it was designed by their team of lawyers despite what they might say!
I'd get one if i were you. We don't even know for sure that there will be Note 2 - not to mention when.
Not to mention the fact that Note 2 - obviously - will be better, but Note 1 already has everything you would possibly need at the moment.
About Samsung not supporting Note anymore - no offense but that's quite "curious" opinion. We just had 4.0 update, how is that not supporting ? Ok, there are bugs and serious problems but give them time to fix them, don't expect updates after 2 weeks - this is not Apple ( 1 good thing about them i guess ).
Anyway, who cares about Samsung's support if there's CM9
"If they would bring out a note 2 that had the exact same design I'd do it, I really can't get on board with the S3 design though, hate those curves. It really is as if it was designed by their team of lawyers despite what they might say!"
I'm afraid Note 2 might share the "nature-pebblish" design of the S3...
Second good this about apple, and second reason why you OP should wait for GNote 2: http://techpp.com/2011/10/27/sorry-state-of-android-updates-support-infographic/
It's not for everyone but what I usually do (because I am an update freak) is to buy a second hand phone for a good price. Use it until the launch of the new note. And then sell it back for about the same price.
If you do it right you can always have the last technology without spending that much money. The secret is to sell before the new model comes. And to buy after all the first hype is over. It works...
I think if I would personally get the S3 then sells it when the Note2 is out. The S3 resale value will be much higher than the Note 1.
IMO go for the note. You can always trade it in for note 2 when it comes.. S3 isnt worth it. I prefer note to s3 anyday!!!
but if you have a lock in.. then better to wait it out!!
The Note is the most useful/useable phone right now, the Note2 is just an idea still. Get a Note and swap to Note2 later.
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If you are in US then you have a good 7 to 8 months with Anerican Note..Go for it...
I think I am the only one who likes the new s3 design...it feels so nice & rounded in the hand...
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What about buying second-hand Note and resell it when Note2 out? That way you won't lose much money and by the mean time you'll know if the note fit you or not.
I'm gonna buy the phone outright from Amazon, so if I change my mind 4 months down the line, I could just return it for the full price I paid (say it's faulty or something, or I don't like it)and then put the rest towards a note 2, couldn't I?
I think Amazon does that just for 30 days .
It would be cool though, as I did buy mine from Amazon, as the price of it new was almost the same as the second hand devices were selling on eBay (crazy).
The price of a Note now is about 430 euros, and the new Note II should start at 650-750 euros, so maybe even if the Note II was out you would have to spend almost 50% more to get one.
If you are getting it for free by staying in a contract, than it might be worth the wait, but otherwise you need to do the calculations.
For me, after I got my Note, and I am with it for just a few weeks I can say that all the news about the bricks, horrible ICS update (slow and without some nice features like the widget preview) and the lack of Samsung to acknowledge that there is a problem and that they are working on it, is making me seriously consider the return of my new toy.
The screen and size are OK for me, but the fact that SG3 is all smooth and nice and G.Note users are left with a buggy and slow OS, when most of us spent way over 450 euros (over 560 USD) on it, is making me mad. Now with the new tool from Chainfire I have discovered that my eMMC chip has the bug that Samsung doesn't want to acknowledge.
Finally the bug that prevents my Note to go into deepsleep, and consumes the battery incredibly fast for idle (about 6%/h) is just unbelievable.
Well I'm sorry for this feedback, but if Samsung does not do something soon, I'll might be searching for a cheap 2nd hand smartphone to let me by until I make my mind on what to buy.

Selling my Verizon Samsung Fascinate

Hey Guys, I'm selling my totally mint condition Verizon Samsung Fascinate. I still have the box plus extras batteries and chargers. PM me for more details.
What did you end up replacing it with? I'm just curious to see what devices people are moving on to after their Fascinates
I haven't decided yet. I can get a Samsung Galaxy S II for free (1.5GHz Dual-Core Snapdragon)... I'm seriously looking into that. the GS3 is still $200 with a 2 yr contract, so not sure If I have the money for that one. I'm just switching Service providers... cuz Verizon sucks.
Just my own .02 feelings,,,, i can't see shelling out $200 for an S3. A free S2 ain't bad cuz it's got great support, but it's only a small step above our fassy.
I've been looking at the g nexus... Then again i have to buy outright and use page plus/Verizon that and I'm super cheap spirited on this subject
Not sure what's between gn and s3 that's worth the cash, of the s3 were a bit more stable I'd say it would be a great buy but to much inconsistency on that one,,, I'd be temped though at off contract pricing but that is my max max $$$ for a phone , yes it a phone...
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The Nexus 4 is a great phone if you're gonna go to a CDMA+ provider... otherwise I'd hold off until the S4 drops. That's my plan at least The S2 isn't a big upgrade from the Fassy and the S3 is going to be dust in the wind when the S4 hits. If you need something now then the Galaxy Nexus is cheap and would be better than the S2
Unfortunately, the Galaxy Nexus is only available on Verizon and isn't available on AT&T or T-Mobile, but T-Mobile does have the Nexus 4 for $200... and they both have the GS3 for $200, which again, I don't have the money, so it's either the Galaxy S II or HTC One X which is impressive except for the non-removal battery and no Micro SD...
... decisions decisions.
Ah yeah that's right. For some reason I though the GNex was across all carriers.... I know that not having an sd slot sucks and no removable battery also sucks, but the One X will run circles around the GS2 in pretty much every way (mostly just cause it's a newer phone obviously). Support is great for GS2 though and that might be a deal breaker depending on where development support for the One X is... tough choice man.
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Also, it might just be worth saving up for a few more weeks/months for that sweet Nexus 4... it is one hell of a phone for the price
The thing is with me is I don't do a lot of things with my phone. I was even thinking about going to a dumb phone cuz Verizon's plans are outrageous, but I may check my bank account on the web, and take an email or two. Mainly I text, and stream an occasional Netflix movie. That's it.
Free is a big word for me right now. With the GS2 on AT&T, I can drop my plan a good $20, get a free phone that does everthing I need it to do. Front facing cam for Skype. 8MPxl cam for awesome pics and videos. Dual-Core CPU, HDMI out which is very cool, and tons of XDA dev work.
So, I get a free upgrade, Save $20 per month, get Jelly Bean 4.2 custom Roms... I think I can deal with that for the next 2 years. Hell... my fassy had me going for almost 4 good years. Pluse I like the feel of the GS2... not much difference from the Fassy in hand.
I'm trying to talk myself into it. IDK yet... I just don't know.
Yeah you make some valid points there, and if money is really that tight then perhaps the GS2 is exactly the deal you need right now. The only thing the One X may have an advantage with is the screen, since some people prefer the LCD over AMOLED (I don't) so if you do watch netflix or stream video you may want to jump for the One X if development is good enough and you perfer the screen on the One X. I'm partial to Samsung myself, but try not to enter fanboy territory and keep my options open to all suppliers out there. Since you seem to value longevity like I do, I actually think the extra horsepower in the One X will serve you better in the long term. The main reason I'm even waiting to grab the S4 is I know it's specs will last me for many years to come, and like you I actually don't do a ton with my phone other than browse the web, text, watch youtube, and occasionally play a game or 2.
Here I just did a quick youtube search for you that should help you decide:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPOTKhlmo7o
I've actually seen this video. I've decided not to sell just yet. Verizon has made me an offer on the GS3 that I can't pass up... all I have to do is wait until May, and I get an extra $50 discount. So I'll have to keep my fassy for a little while longer. Peace
Fascinate is a great buy for anyone holding out for the S4!!!
That's what I'm doing.
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Fascinate is a great buy for anyone holding out for the S4!!!
That's what I'm doing.
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when is that supposed to come out? My upgrade is in June (Verizon). I've heard that they'll be announcing it sometime before that, but when are they releasing it?
Rumors of mid April to early May have circulated.
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In this case is the upgrade worth it? (from sgs3?)

I have always been the type of user that gets all the flagship phones right out of the gate, I currently have my white s3 which is in mint condition and I am just curious as to whether the upgrade is worth it under this condition:
first of all, my family has around 6 lines (business, mine, and 4 other family members) and me and my mom are usually the only two who ever get an upgrade (mom is always getting the brand new iphone while the rest of the family just has the hand-me-down iphones) and I am always getting the new galaxy (started with the galaxy s2.) so we always have a line ready for an upgrade at one time.
I can easily sell my galaxy s3 with all of the accessories i have for it for ~$400-450
buy the new s4 for (I'm assuming) $200
what is your take on this plan? go ahead and buy it right out of the gate as usual or wait for it and risk the price on the s3 dropping after the release?
u've just answered ur own question.
Why wait? I will have one the day it.hits.the stores.in.canada. Why sell your s3 though,im.keeping mine to.have as another backup. I bought my s3 outright though and will be doing the same with the s4, contracts suck
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Why wait? I will have one the day it.hits.the stores.in.canada. Why sell your s3 though,im.keeping mine to.have as another backup. I bought my s3 outright though and will be doing the same with the s4, contracts suck
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I'm selling the s3 because I'm a broke 17 year old who doesn't have money to blow on the new s4
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Bummer. I do think it is a worthwhile upgrade though,latest software and hardware,bigger screen yet smaller overall, better camera and bigger battery....kinda hard to go wrong lol
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If you are tight on money it isn't worth the upgrade unless you can net positive in some way, it's not that big of an upgrade from the gs3! Save your cash for a bit and wait for the phone that really is worth it.
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If you are tight on money it isn't worth the upgrade unless you can net positive in some way, it's not that big of an upgrade from the gs3! Save your cash for a bit and wait for the phone that really is worth it.
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I think you need to read the op again. I would be turning a profit
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I think you need to read the op again. I would be turning a profit
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If there's always an upgrade path available with that many lines, then the quicker you sell the GS3, the more money you'll make. Although you'll likely have some time, as GS4 adoption might not be as quick as GS3 was.
But really, in your shoes, there's nothing stopping you from doing the upgrade, and the GS4 is a superior phone (at least specs wise). I'd do it, in your shoes.
There's absolutely no reason to keep the S3. Zero....
If you can afford it....it's a no brainer....Go S4!
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I'm selling the s3 because I'm a broke 17 year old who doesn't have money to blow on the new s4
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I'm in the exact same position as you man. Broke. 17. white s3. exact same haha. Except the fact that im still on unlimited data with no upgrade. I feel like most of the features advertised in the s4 are software (besides cpu, battery, camera, scren, better gorilla glass) and most are just minimal improvements considering how snappy the s3 is, how clear the camera is, how well my battery performs, and how clear the screen density in everyday use. If any of those bother you, then since you can make an a profit I would upgrade. I like them all, so i'll wait for roms that have the s4's software improvements.
Sometimes the profit isn't worth the period of having to sell and wait, because if you wait too long you'll have not as much profit. Good luck though
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I'm in the exact same position as you man. Broke. 17. white s3. exact same haha. Except the fact that im still on unlimited data with no upgrade. I feel like most of the features advertised in the s4 are software (besides cpu, battery, camera, scren, better gorilla glass) and most are just minimal improvements considering how snappy the s3 is, how clear the camera is, how well my battery performs, and how clear the screen density in everyday use. If any of those bother you, then since you can make an a profit I would upgrade. I like them all, so i'll wait for roms that have the s4's software improvements.
Sometimes the profit isn't worth the period of having to sell and wait, because if you wait too long you'll have not as much profit. Good luck though
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Well see, the thing is that I can switch to an iPhone for while until the s4 is released, as much as it will kill me
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