Author Topic: What mobile phone? (Read 869212 times)

ToneLa · « **Reply #7880 on:** January 14, 2020, 10:58:44 am »

Quote from: gazzalfc on December 22, 2019, 11:04:41 pm

Had the 3 and 5T. Both had to go back due to screen burn. The servicing was very good (there, repaired and returned in less than a week)

But the move to the higher end of pricing was the finisher for me. Paying £700+ for a phone is just not something I can think about.

Yeah that doesn't help. Oneplus used to be THE budget-priced yet powerful phone, but it's creeping higher and higher... but they don't add all the premium features you'd want

Their next phone still won't have wireless charging!

Groundskeeper Willie · « **Reply #7881 on:** January 16, 2020, 09:33:15 am »

Dunno if I've written this already, but I'm currently using a Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. At £200 it's an excellent phone. It would be an excellent phone at twice that too.

bradders1011 · « **Reply #7882 on:** January 19, 2020, 02:21:10 am »

Had an S8 since summer 2017, probably going to preorder the S11 (or S20) from wherever is cheapest. Am I doing wrong there?

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #7883 on:** January 19, 2020, 09:03:32 am »

Quote from: bradders1011 on January 19, 2020, 02:21:10 am

Had an S8 since summer 2017, probably going to preorder the S11 (or S20) from wherever is cheapest. Am I doing wrong there?

I'll be doing the same. I'll pobably get it off buymobiles.net

From all the leaks it looks it will be a huge upgrade.

Teapot · « **Reply #7884 on:** January 19, 2020, 12:44:39 pm »

Been using the S7 since launch - really showing its age now. Think ill get the new s11 / s20 when its released. Really tempted to go with the samsung upgrade program, get a new phone every year or 2 if i fancied it.

[new username under construction] · « **Reply #7885 on:** January 23, 2020, 09:22:32 am »

Are there really people dumb enough to pay £94 a month for a Motorola Razr?

PhilV · « **Reply #7886 on:** January 23, 2020, 11:19:19 am »

Quote from: [new username under construction] on January 23, 2020, 09:22:32 am

Are there really people dumb enough to pay £94 a month for a Motorola Razr?

Some people have more money than sense.

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #7887 on:** February 11, 2020, 08:10:02 pm »

New z flip looks cool. S20+ pre orders are up. 57 quid on buymobiles with 100gb data on 3. I am tempted
Shame they did away with the headphone jack for good

AlphaDelta · « **Reply #7888 on:** February 12, 2020, 08:18:21 am »

Used an S7 for ages, absolutely no issues with phone which has lasted me well. Unfortunately its that battered and bruised the camera is garbage.

I've upgraded to a Huawei P20 Pro but because A, I'm a technophobe and B, bone-idle, its sat in its box for nearly 6 weeks.

The reason I am afraid to start setting it up is last time I swapped phones, I lost all my whatsapp, texts and other stuff, including some sentimental messages.

I've brought it into work today and will walk into the Vodafone shop after work for them to set it up, though there must be an easier way!

gazzalfc · « **Reply #7889 on:** February 12, 2020, 08:36:51 am »

Quote from: AlphaDelta on February 12, 2020, 08:18:21 am

Used an S7 for ages, absolutely no issues with phone which has lasted me well. Unfortunately its that battered and bruised the camera is garbage.

I've upgraded to a Huawei P20 Pro but because A, I'm a technophobe and B, bone-idle, its sat in its box for nearly 6 weeks.

The reason I am afraid to start setting it up is last time I swapped phones, I lost all my whatsapp, texts and other stuff, including some sentimental messages.

I've brought it into work today and will walk into the Vodafone shop after work for them to set it up, though there must be an easier way!

You can back all that up to your google account and then restore it on your new phone

ToneLa · « **Reply #7890 on:** February 12, 2020, 09:17:28 am »

Quote from: AlphaDelta on February 12, 2020, 08:18:21 am

Used an S7 for ages, absolutely no issues with phone which has lasted me well. Unfortunately its that battered and bruised the camera is garbage.

I've upgraded to a Huawei P20 Pro but because A, I'm a technophobe and B, bone-idle, its sat in its box for nearly 6 weeks.

The reason I am afraid to start setting it up is last time I swapped phones, I lost all my whatsapp, texts and other stuff, including some sentimental messages.

I've brought it into work today and will walk into the Vodafone shop after work for them to set it up, though there must be an easier way!

In Whatsapp if you go to Settings > Chats > Chat backup
It can back it up to your google account. Boom, restores the lot with a new phone cause it'll ask if you want to restore it all.

For texts not sure about Samsung but check settings within the messages app - most providers have a "sync" option in settings.

Ditto your gallery app. Having a google drive account is probably the way, a lot of Android backup seems to use that

bradders1011 · « **Reply #7891 on:** February 13, 2020, 01:38:28 am »

How hard is it to stick a headphone socket in?

I hike a lot and listen to Spotify/Podcasts at work, so now I have to have 2 wireless headphone sets for when one runs out of charge?

Progress for progress' sake.

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #7892 on:** February 13, 2020, 06:57:14 am »

Pre ordered the s20 plus. You get the free galaxy buds+ with them too which is nice.

swoopy · « **Reply #7893 on:** February 13, 2020, 10:13:27 am »

Quite annoyed to find that the Samsung Store don't do delivery to the Isle of Man! They use DPD to do delivery and we actually have a DPD depot here so makes absolutely no sense.
Wanted to join the 'Samsung Upgrade Program' to pay it off in instalments and be able to upgrade to the 'next' device in 12 months but looks like that's no possible now. I've contacted them but doubt it'll make any difference.

bradders1011 · « **Reply #7894 on:** February 13, 2020, 10:15:18 am »

Quote from: naYoRHa2b on February 13, 2020, 06:57:14 am

Pre ordered the s20 plus. You get the free galaxy buds+ with them too which is nice.

That quells my irritation somewhat. How much did you pay if you don't mind my asking?

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #7895 on:** February 13, 2020, 11:06:27 am »

Quote from: bradders1011 on February 13, 2020, 10:15:18 am

That quells my irritation somewhat. How much did you pay if you don't mind my asking?

A grand through the Samsung website. The regular s20 didn't come with the buds promotion so I figured I might as well go for the s20 plus if they were including some buds.

I opted against a contract this time round as I dont want to be stuck with a provider who might not roll out 5g where I am.

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7896 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:02:35 pm »

Strange question but where do people buy their phone cases?

Ideally looking for a clear plastic one - I don't understand how the official ones are £40 plus then you go on eBay / Amazon and they are much cheaper.

I've been a good boy · « **Reply #7897 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:07:52 pm »

Quote from: Nick110581 on February 14, 2020, 02:02:35 pm

Strange question but where do people buy their phone cases?

Ideally looking for a clear plastic one - I don't understand how the official ones are £40 plus then you go on eBay / Amazon and they are much cheaper.

Official ones are always 10x the price, never buy from them. Just go on Ebay and pick up a good quality case for no more than a fiver. Failing that, phones shops usually have them for £10.

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7898 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:13:09 pm »

Quote from: King.Keita on February 14, 2020, 02:07:52 pm

Official ones are always 10x the price, never buy from them. Just go on Ebay and pick up a good quality case for no more than a fiver. Failing that, phones shops usually have them for £10.

That was my thoughts - just curious as to why some are so expensive when essentially a plain plastic hard case can't be that different

ToneLa · « **Reply #7899 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:16:28 pm »

The one I got with my Mi 9 is better than any other case!

Bought some off various tech sites... eBay is good for 'em. Bundled one though, wins! Which is rare...

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7900 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:38:14 pm »

Quote from: Upinsmoke on June 13, 2019, 11:48:58 am

Try buymobiles.net

You can get the xr for 38 quid

How is this cheaper than actual network?

ScottScott · « **Reply #7901 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:47:04 pm »

I always buy a Spigen case whenever I get a new phone. Always quality and always under a tenner

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7902 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:49:18 pm »

Quote from: ScottScott on February 14, 2020, 02:47:04 pm

I always buy a Spigen case whenever I get a new phone. Always quality and always under a tenner

Where you get them?

ScottScott · « **Reply #7903 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:51:08 pm »

Off Amazon always, same day or next day delivery. What phone you got?

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7904 on:** February 14, 2020, 02:51:48 pm »

Quote from: ScottScott on February 14, 2020, 02:51:08 pm

Off Amazon always, same day or next day delivery. What phone you got?

iPhone XR is going to be my upgrade

ChaChaMooMoo · « **Reply #7905 on:** February 15, 2020, 09:16:41 am »

Quote from: Nick110581 on February 14, 2020, 02:51:48 pm

iPhone XR is going to be my upgrade

If you are based in UK...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spigen-Reinforced-Kickstand-Protection-Technology-Black/dp/B07GJKQC4R/ref=sr_1_16?crid=18H0FG7IXVVAM&keywords=iphone+xr+cover&qid=1581758169&sprefix=iphone+xr+cover%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-16

red_Mark1980 · « **Reply #7906 on:** February 15, 2020, 10:18:10 am »

Quote from: Nick110581 on February 14, 2020, 02:02:35 pm

Strange question but where do people buy their phone cases?

Ideally looking for a clear plastic one - I don't understand how the official ones are £40 plus then you go on eBay / Amazon and they are much cheaper.

The cheaper ones I've bought are always, always much poorer quality.

Flimsy and cheap looking. Across HTC, Samsung and One Plus over the years.

There's a reason why primark clothes are a £5, they are made with cheap materials and to a shoddy design specification.

Snail · « **Reply #7907 on:** February 15, 2020, 11:46:48 am »

Quote from: ScottScott on February 14, 2020, 02:47:04 pm

I always buy a Spigen case whenever I get a new phone. Always quality and always under a tenner

Spigen cases are great, I’ve got a clear one for my XS Max (and an official leather one cos I’m a corporate slave).

bradders1011 · « **Reply #7908 on:** February 16, 2020, 10:18:40 pm »

Quote from: naYoRHa2b on February 13, 2020, 11:06:27 am

A grand through the Samsung website. The regular s20 didn't come with the buds promotion so I figured I might as well go for the s20 plus if they were including some buds.

I opted against a contract this time round as I dont want to be stuck with a provider who might not roll out 5g where I am.

Did the same and got £150 trade-in for my S8 and 30-odd quid on Topcashback, so quite happy. Went into the Samsung shop to have a look at it and the assistant said the earbuds charge for an hour's play in just a minute - fantastic if true.

Nick110581 · « **Reply #7909 on:** February 19, 2020, 03:54:58 pm »

iPhone XR - 64GB or 128GB?

Will use to surf web, spotify and photos

Won't store music and currently have a 32GB iPhone 7

128GB probably more sensible for the fact its only a little more

Lycan · « **Reply #7910 on:** February 21, 2020, 05:50:36 pm »

Going to get the new Samsung Galaxy s20 Plus I think.

ScouserAtHeart · « **Reply #7911 on:** February 24, 2020, 01:52:25 am »

Trading in my Galaxy S10 for the S20 in a couple weeks. I'll be getting the equivalent of 350 pounds for the S10 and the Galaxy Buds and will have to pay "only" 430 pounds more for the S20 and Galaxy Buds+

Lycan · « **Reply #7912 on:** February 24, 2020, 06:08:48 am »

Quote from: ScouserAtHeart on February 24, 2020, 01:52:25 am

Trading in my Galaxy S10 for the S20 in a couple weeks. I'll be getting the equivalent of 350 pounds for the S10 and the Galaxy Buds and will have to pay "only" 430 pounds more for the S20 and Galaxy Buds+

I was going to get the S20 but you didn't get the free Galaxy buds+ with the S20 on EE. So I've gone for the S20+. The S20 Ultra looks way too big and bulky for my likening. Personally think that if you're not massively into using your camera on your phone, the S20 Ultra would be a waste of money anyway.

ScouserAtHeart · « **Reply #7913 on:** February 24, 2020, 06:38:16 am »

Quote from: Lycan on February 24, 2020, 06:08:48 am

I was going to get the S20 but you didn't get the free Galaxy buds+ with the S20 on EE. So I've gone for the S20+. The S20 Ultra looks way too big and bulky for my likening. Personally think that if you're not massively into using your camera on your phone, the S20 Ultra would be a waste of money anyway.

I was going to but I think the 6.7 inch screen is a little too big for my liking. Plus the buds + isn't free here with the S20+, we'd just get it for 20 pounds instead of 110

Also the phones are a bit cheaper here in India since we're getting the non-5G versions.

Lycan · « **Reply #7914 on:** February 24, 2020, 10:53:35 am »

Quote from: ScouserAtHeart on February 24, 2020, 06:38:16 am

I was going to but I think the 6.7 inch screen is a little too big for my liking. Plus the buds + isn't free here with the S20+, we'd just get it for 20 pounds instead of 110

Also the phones are a bit cheaper here in India since we're getting the non-5G versions.

Yeah it is a bit on the big side. I'm going from an S8 to this so it'll be a big difference.

ToneLa · « **Reply #7915 on:** February 24, 2020, 11:01:19 am »

Xiaomi Mi has me for life! Funny the new Mi10 Pro has faster charging than the Galaxy S20 Ultra Plus at half the price

Lycan · « **Reply #7916 on:** February 24, 2020, 01:00:32 pm »

Quote from: ToneLa on February 24, 2020, 11:01:19 am

Xiaomi Mi has me for life! Funny the new Mi10 Pro has faster charging than the Galaxy S20 Ultra Plus at half the price

The ultra charges at 45w. How fast does the Mi10 pro charge?

ToneLa · « **Reply #7917 on:** February 24, 2020, 01:13:14 pm »

Quote from: Lycan on February 24, 2020, 01:00:32 pm

The ultra charges at 45w. How fast does the Mi10 pro charge?

Fast battery charging 50W
Fast wireless charging 30W

to Samsung Ultra's

Fast battery charging 45W
Fast Qi/PMA wireless charging 15W

gazzalfc · « **Reply #7918 on:** February 24, 2020, 02:12:08 pm »

Fast charging has been more of a game changer than 90/120hz displays.

To be able to charge my phone from 0-100% in 30mins has meant I can bin my old power banks for long journeys.

Even when I go the match I can get in at 5 and by the time I leave for the game I have a fully charged phone.

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #7919 on:** February 24, 2020, 03:21:52 pm »

Coming from an s8 with a shit battery I'll welcome the 4,500mah battery on the plus. Everything is a major upgrade for me considering this phone is 3 years old now. I'm not overly fussed if it takes an hour or half an hour to get 100 percent charge because either is good for me, it's like a negligible difference to me in the real world because as long as it gets me through my work day its job done.