Two phones, one choice

[McSkullough]

So I'm going to be switching over to T-Mobile mid-April and I'm trying to decide between the Note 2 and the Nexus 4. I know I can't really go wrong with either choice, which is why it's a hard decision for me.

I've owned both the S3 and the Galaxy Nexus, so I know my way around Touchwiz and vanilla Android. I'm not really bothered by some of the Touchwiz annoyances though, because I use Nova Prime on every phone.

I like the Note 2 for the LTE option, removable battery, and better memory choices. I like the Nexus for the fast updates, no bloatware, and being unlocked.

So, I thought I'd get opinions from those who own the phones now. Any problems you've ran into, any gripes you have, all would be much appreciated. Thank you, and have a great Easter Sunday.

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[GadgetgirL76]

So I'm going to be switching over to T-Mobile mid-April and I'm trying to decide between the Note 2 and the Nexus 4. I know I can't really go wrong with either choice, which is why it's a hard decision for me.

I've owned both the S3 and the Galaxy Nexus, so I know my way around Touchwiz and vanilla Android. I'm not really bothered by some of the Touchwiz annoyances though, because I use Nova Prime on every phone.

I like the Note 2 for the LTE option, removable battery, and better memory choices. I like the Nexus for the fast updates, no bloatware, and being unlocked.

So, I thought I'd get opinions from those who own the phones now. Any problems you've ran into, any gripes you have, all would be much appreciated. Thank you, and have a great Easter Sunday.

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Note 2 FTW!!! It is an awesome device!

sent from my AT&T GN2

 

[Aquila]

You're right, you can't go wrong... I'd go Nexus if it were me, but Note 2 owners love it like crazy!

 

[Mellimel22]

U can get lte on the n4 also.

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[badbrad17]

I love my Nexus 4. So fast and smooth. Great screen too.

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[McSkullough]

U can get lte on the n4 also.

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Really now? I'll have to look into this.

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[Hiberny]

For me, it would depend on how long I wanted to keep the phone. If I was planning on keeping it for more than two years, the Note II. The SD card slot and LTE future proof it enough for me. If I thought I might upgrade in a year and a half, the Nexus 4. I'd put that money I'd save aside for the next upgrade.

 

[PWC Realtor]

Really now? I'll have to look into this.

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Root, ROM, flash an older radio, change the APN the phone uses, and some other tweaks.

I've also thought about switching from my N4 to a Note 2 but I'd probably end up wanting to put Cyanogenmod on it and since that gets rid of the S-Pen functionality seems like a waste.

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[runtmms]

My only concern about the Note 2 is size for everyday use. This is going to depend on how you carry it around and how big your hands are. I have a Nexus 4 and thought I was going to lust after my friend's new Note 2. I was actually a little put off by its size, and didn't think it'd be comfortable for me to hold one handed... I admit, I do have a little stylus envy.

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[Mellimel22]

Root, ROM, flash an older radio, change the APN the phone uses, and some other tweaks.

I've also thought about switching from my N4 to a Note 2 but I'd probably end up wanting to put Cyanogenmod on it and since that gets rid of the S-Pen functionality seems like a waste.

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U don't even have to root if u don't want to. All u gotta do is change the baseband aka radio which involves unlocking the boot loader

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[Mellimel22]

My only concern about the Note 2 is size for everyday use. This is going to depend on how you carry it around and how big your hands are. I have a Nexus 4 and thought I was going to lust after my friend's new Note 2. I was actually a little put off by its size, and didn't think it'd be comfortable for me to hold one handed... I admit, I do have a little stylus envy.

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Haha yeah my sis note 2 do looks real good and I love the lte radio on it.

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[PWC Realtor]

U don't even have to root if u don't want to. All u gotta do is change the baseband aka radio which involves unlocking the boot loader

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Unfortunately staying with stock 4.2.2 and flashing an older baseband kills voice calling on T-mobile.

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[IAmSixNine]

Its all about YOUR personal preference. Both phones are good. I own each and a GS3.
But for me the battery life is better on the note 2, i also think the screen is better on the note 2.
Id suggest playing with both in a store and then making the decision. My daily phone is a Note 2.
But i keep my Nexus 4 up to date just in case i want to go smaller or if my Note 2 died.