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Old 01-26-2021, 11:13 AM   #661
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Haha, that thing is crazy. Nothing like taking a bulky phone and making it bulkier.
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Old 01-26-2021, 12:23 PM   #662
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Someone is about to get fired at LG. The instant I saw the word paradigm on the website, I hated everything about this phone. I'm not going to buy into any alternative phone formats until they perfect the foldable, bendable screen. Basically I want my phone to be able to be crumpled up into my pocket and then unfolded and look great. Either that or a Geordi La Forge visor.
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Old 01-26-2021, 03:47 PM   #663
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Someone is about to get fired at LG. The instant I saw the word paradigm on the website, I hated everything about this phone. I'm not going to buy into any alternative phone formats until they perfect the foldable, bendable screen. Basically I want my phone to be able to be crumpled up into my pocket and then unfolded and look great. Either that or a Geordi La Forge visor.
There are rumours that LG will stop making phones. They've made some really good ones but they didn't sell well. They're too niche. Outside of China the only Android phone manufacturer that makes money is Samsung.

https://www.androidcentral.com/lg-le...yone-except-lg
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Old 01-27-2021, 01:43 AM   #664
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There are rumours that LG will stop making phones. They've made some really good ones but they didn't sell well. They're too niche. Outside of China the only Android phone manufacturer that makes money is Samsung.

https://www.androidcentral.com/lg-le...yone-except-lg
That's a shame, their phones are really good. Flagship specs that mirror the Galaxy line (until the S20 generation at least) but without the Samsung bloatware, and instead of cutting the headphone jack they doubled down with a really nice DAC. I really don't get why they weren't more popular, the LG G2 is still one of my favorite phones ever with the power and volume buttons on the back
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Old 01-31-2021, 03:03 PM   #665
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Seinfeld voice...

What's the deal these new "flagship" phones removing the Micro SD card slot, yet boasting 8K? Those videos are going to fill up right quick...
No I don't want cloud storage, I want to be in control of my media thank you very much.

I'm looking at you Google and Samsung.

Sure copy ifail and take away my 3.5mm jack fine... But at least leave the Micro SD slot.

Might need to get the Note Ultra 5G, even though the S21 Ultra is better spec wise (minus the expandable storage).
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Old 01-31-2021, 03:46 PM   #666
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I know. I want a new phone, but nothing is better than my S10 so fata it. Just going to hang onto this for now.
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Old 01-31-2021, 04:06 PM   #667
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I'm finding less use for a Micro SD slot than I used to. I don't take enough video that it fills up and I have my own cloud storage for music and video. I don't know if more people are like me but no doubt they removed the slot so they can upsell you on storage. Stupid Apple Samsung!
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Old 01-31-2021, 04:49 PM   #668
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I'm now leaning towards the S20 Ultra.

Still get the availability of Micro SD.

In my S8 plus I have 64GB internal and a 256GB SD card, that I still fill regularly.
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Old 02-02-2021, 02:23 PM   #669
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I'm in the same boat, have an S8 that needs to be upgraded. Thinking of going with an S20, not the FE, don't want anything (much) bigger than the S8.

Am I right in thinking the S20's should be dropping in price soon with the S21's out now?

Is there anywhere better than BestBuy to get a new phone, unlocked, with no plan attached?
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Old 02-02-2021, 03:28 PM   #670
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Try Staples.
https://www.staples.ca/products/2971...x1-128-gb-grey

Or even Costco.

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Old 02-02-2021, 08:38 PM   #671
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Thanks, looks like BestBuy has the S21 for $50 more right now but you get a free charging pad and a $150 gift card + free ear buds (while supplies last) + 30% off a case?
https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product...ocked/15226205

Seems pretty good, any of you Android gurus see a problem?
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Sounds like a pretty good deal if you intend to use that stuff.

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After reading the reviews, I'm going to hold on to my 8+ for the time being.
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I know. I want a new phone, but nothing is better than my S10 so fata it. Just going to hang onto this for now.
I have an S10e for my work device and it f--king rocks. Great device.
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Old 02-05-2021, 04:10 PM   #675
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So I have an LG v60 (dual screen) that I'm not happy with. Mostly it's just the software (or LG's version of Android?)...

I really like the OnePlus phones, but I haven't been keeping up with any reviews or anything. I mostly just like the specs and the fact that they can be rooted to a stock or custom ROM instead of using a "manufacturer-version of Android."

What would be a Pro or T level trade equivalent from OnePlus for my LG straight across? A 7 Pro or 7T? Would I have to go down to a 6T/Pro? Would I actually get an 8?


(Edit: This is what I have: https://www.lg.com/ca_en/cell-phones/lg-LMV600TM2X)
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So I have an LG v60 (dual screen) that I'm not happy with. Mostly it's just the software (or LG's version of Android?)...

I really like the OnePlus phones, but I haven't been keeping up with any reviews or anything. I mostly just like the specs and the fact that they can be rooted to a stock or custom ROM instead of using a "manufacturer-version of Android."

What would be a Pro or T level trade equivalent from OnePlus for my LG straight across? A 7 Pro or 7T? Would I have to go down to a 6T/Pro? Would I actually get an 8?


(Edit: This is what I have: https://www.lg.com/ca_en/cell-phones/lg-LMV600TM2X)
OnePlus starting putting 5G in their 8 series I think. It has the same Snapdragon 865 as your LG. Doesn't have wireless charging though. Battery is smaller, too.

Better to go that route anyway. I have the OnePlus 7 Pro and the popup front-facing camera is annoying. It's nice to have a full screen, don't get me wrong, but I think I'd trade a little hole for the mechanical popup.

The 8 is on for $849 CAD right now, it looks like.

https://www.oneplus.com/ca_en/8/specs?from=8

For a more direct comparison I think you're probably looking at the 8T or 8 Pro.
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That's awesome, thanks man!
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Old 02-05-2021, 08:45 PM   #678
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Just an update, had the S21 for a couple of days now and it is great. Big upgrade from the S8 I was hanging on to. Didn't end up getting the 30% off of a case though, the one I wanted couldn't be added to the cart, site glitch. Could probably get a refund but it's not worth the effort and hassle for $20.
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Old 02-15-2021, 11:14 PM   #679
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What's the deal with Chrome for Android? Text is either obnoxiously huge or way too small to read.

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Has anyone tried the developer preview for Android 12?
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