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djstyles · 07-22-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by krazynuck:7520498

if you use Google maps does it locate the GPS?

On mine the gps located in about 5-10 seconds but I have the UK version. I dont know if that makes a difference or not.

Psykopathik · 07-22-2011, 10:29 AM

before you root, type into the phone

*#SIMLOCK#

that will tell you if the phone was even locked at all.

*#7465625#

ok now...where's the "Installous" of the android world located

Oleophobic · 07-22-2011, 10:29 AM

Has anyone tried these screen protectors? Any thoughts?

SGP Samsung Galaxy S2 Screen Protector Series - GALAXY S2 - Samsung - Cell Phones

I'm thinking of going for the Ultra Optics one since it seems to be in the middle between optimal screen clarity and being anti-glare/fingerprint due to the matte screen. Only thing is it's 15.99 + shipping.

!MiKrofT · 07-22-2011, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by T.T

Has anyone tried these screen protectors? Any thoughts?

SGP Samsung Galaxy S2 Screen Protector Series - GALAXY S2 - Samsung - Cell Phones

I'm thinking of going for the Ultra Optics one since it seems to be in the middle between optimal screen clarity and being anti-glare/fingerprint due to the matte screen. Only thing is it's 15.99 + shipping.

Don't get matte screen protectors if you care about the vibrancy of the colours. It'll reduce it by a noticable amount.

SpuGen · 07-22-2011, 10:53 AM

Sooo... anyone get it from Costco?
Thinking of heading to the one off Willingdon after class since it's like 2 blocks away.

Anybody know if they have it there?

LiquidTurbo · 07-22-2011, 11:02 AM

Can anyone comment about the music player experience and the sound quality vs iPod app on the iPhone4?
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Armind · 07-22-2011, 11:15 AM

Also the battery life vs. iPhone4?

Psykopathik · 07-22-2011, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by LiquidTurbo

Can anyone comment about the music player experience and the sound quality vs iPod app on the iPhone4?
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iphone has better battery.

SG2 plays 940x600 video with no problems. goddamn beautiful.

cannot dim as much as iphone to. melt your eyes at night even on lowest setting.

audio quality is lacking VS iPhone 4 IMO. 5.1 sound on SG2 is fucking aweful with earbuds on.

RE: matte screen protectors = FAIL. putting a potato sack on a hot girls face?

Gh0stRider · 07-22-2011, 11:38 AM

any diff between the uk version and the bell/virgin version other than locked and carrier apps?

still trying to decide which one to get

!MiKrofT · 07-22-2011, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Gh0stRider

any diff between the uk version and the bell/virgin version other than locked and carrier apps?

still trying to decide which one to get

Warranty

krazynuck · 07-22-2011, 12:17 PM

Alright I could not wait

I went on my lunch break to buy the phone.....soooo happy now

I picked it up from a Bell store no contract

!MiKrofT · 07-22-2011, 12:19 PM

Confirmed that it's locked.

Root first and then

Unlocked with:
https://market.android.com/details?i...=search_result

Gh0stRider · 07-22-2011, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by !MiKrofT

Warranty

i guess the 1 year UK warranty would be a pain to deal with.

krazynuck · 07-22-2011, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by !MiKrofT

Confirmed that it's locked.

Root first and then

Unlocked with:
https://market.android.com/details?i...=search_result

ok thanks for that.....did someone already post the link to root it from XDA....i could search myself but if someone has the link handy much appreciated

I should mention that I tried this one that was posted before : http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1103399 and it does not work now

Oleophobic · 07-22-2011, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by !MiKrofT

Don't get matte screen protectors if you care about the vibrancy of the colours. It'll reduce it by a noticable amount.

true

Just that from watching videos and reading comments some people have said that the material for the ultra optics isn't exactly the same as your typical matte screen protector.

I'm hoping this suggests it doesn't affect clarity as much while still providing anti-glare/fingerprints properties.

I'll probably just bite the bullet and try it out I guess...

!Yaminashi · 07-22-2011, 01:02 PM

Regardless, matte screen protectors will still never be as clear as typical glossy ones

jeff19 · 07-22-2011, 01:06 PM

lol ever heard of sgp's ultra optics? the next generation matte screen protectors. the only thing you're loosing is a bit of brightness, if anyone wants to order one (2 in a pack) and split with me lemme know! haha

Oleophobic · 07-22-2011, 01:15 PM

that's the one I was talking about.

I did find this video where the guy compared the Ultra Optics one with the older anti-fingerprint matte one and he seems to state that while the original anti-fingerprint screen protector dulls the retina display (iphone 4) from 100% to 80%, the Ultra Optics is probably at 95%.

Haven't found a comparison for the SGS2 though but it's the same type of protector so I'm not sure if you would get drastically different results for super amoled plus vs retina display

Gerbs · 07-22-2011, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jeff19

lol ever heard of sgp's ultra optics? the next generation matte screen protectors. the only thing you're loosing is a bit of brightness, if anyone wants to order one (2 in a pack) and split with me lemme know! haha

‪SGP Ultra Optics for Samsung Galaxy S II‬&rlm; - YouTube

Im down to split with you.

!MiKrofT · 07-22-2011, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeff19

lol ever heard of sgp's ultra optics? the next generation matte screen protectors. the only thing you're loosing is a bit of brightness, if anyone wants to order one (2 in a pack) and split with me lemme know! haha

‪SGP Ultra Optics for Samsung Galaxy S II‬&rlm; - YouTube

Interesting... My default one is the oloephobic one from SGP.

BTW. That guy totally sux at installing the screen protector.. LOL

!MiKrofT · 07-22-2011, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krazynuck

ok thanks for that.....did someone already post the link to root it from XDA....i could search myself but if someone has the link handy much appreciated

I should mention that I tried this one that was posted before : http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1103399 and it does not work now

Here's the link to CFRoot. Just follow the steps to root and then get the unlocker from the market.

Also make sure you do the option 1 to backup your EFS folder. As well make sure you have multiple copies of this folder backed up because this holds your IMEI in encrypted format. Once lost you're screwed.

Tim Budong · 07-22-2011, 02:19 PM

the more i look at this phone, the more I want it.... But the ease of Nexus series is next to none, we get the best shit first

Sir_Loin · 07-22-2011, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Turbo E

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audio quality is lacking VS iPhone 4 IMO. 5.1 sound on SG2 is fucking aweful with earbuds on.

RE: matte screen protectors = FAIL. putting a potato sack on a hot girls face?

Yet another "Improve your SGS2 sound quality" thread. Just try it once already! - xda-developers

Poweramp improves the sound quality and with headphones the sound is amazing.

Psykopathik · 07-22-2011, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by !MiKrofT

Confirmed that it's locked.

Root first and then

Unlocked with:
https://market.android.com/details?i...=search_result

yes i tried that. it auto unlocks right? no code to input?

if so then i was wrong and mine was locked i guess?

LiquidTurbo · 07-22-2011, 02:40 PM

iPhone has better battery??
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