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Phones › Re: Why You Shouldn't Buy Samsung Galaxy S4 If You Already Own S3 by jedisco(m): 12:58pm On Mar 26, 2013

mavtrevor: Most of you are talking as tech heads and i understand your positions, but how will an average mobile phone user understand the differences? someone spent some money less than a year ago to buy an S3 and now there is an S4 with no major difference and soon there will be an S5 lolz, most of the differences are software-based and if its so i wont be surprised when the S4 features will be ported into S3. In the article i didn't mention S2 because S2 and S4 are worlds apart but S4 is not that far with S3.

Not many people jump from flagship to flagship and most S3 users will wait for the S5 but like I said, the S4 is still a much better device.

Even a blind man would notice the hardware differences between the S3 and S4. Perhaps you decided to jump the list above. Samsung has added considerably to most hardware features of the S3.

Like I asked the person above, do you really think that people would notice the differences between the S2 and the S3 or between the S1 and the S2?

Phones › Re: Why You Shouldn't Buy Samsung Galaxy S4 If You Already Own S3 by jedisco(m): 12:57pm On Mar 26, 2013

rainmaker12: wit all These so called Suppliments, Wat is d significant changes in speed n camera? Sensor no sensor, cpu no cpu, GPU no gpu, camera no camera, screen no screen, are these changes major? U cant even distinguise between them, if Not screen size. These changes arent enormores so abandon s3 4 s4. xcept u want it 4 luxry. S2 to s3 we saw big difference. Yes! its worth d upgrade..... Major Feature arent drastically upgraded. Wich s processor,camera,ppi nd overall physical look. If u cant tell speed diff. nd camera quality, y d upgrade. s4 camera Feature r just dere to confuse d public. We take better pics wit our s3 too witout dose features, so..... y waste d cash............ If Not for TRENDS. ('IM using d latest'), notin more.

I just don't understand you.
You haven't used the S4 so how do you know that the difference in hardware wouldn't be noticeable?
Samsung made almost all aspects of the hardware better and you call all those gimmicks.

What you don't understand is that the S4 is not meant to make the S3 obsolete. The S3 is still an awesome device but the S4 is much more better. If S3 users choose to upgrade, then that's their choice but you don't expect Samsung to wait for all S3 users to get tired before they release the S4.

If you still have problems getting it, why not state the huge difference you saw between the S2 and the S3 and you would see that all those and many more apply to the S4.

I'm beginning to see you as someone who bought the S3 a month or two ago without doing your research and now you feel ripped-off and try to convince yourself against facts.

Phones › Re: Why You Shouldn't Buy Samsung Galaxy S4 If You Already Own S3 by jedisco(m): 9:04am On Mar 26, 2013

@op what you don't get is that the S4 was not necessarily made for S3 users. Most people use their phones for about 2 years. This is mainly targeted ar S2 users. However, it's still a solid upgrade to the S3 if you're looking to upgrade.

Also, I don't see why you're surprised at the timing of its release when you should have been expecting it. Most flagships are upgraded yearly around specific times and this fits into its schedule just like the note 3 and a new iPhone are being expected later this year.

Lastly, you shouldn't be asking for hardware differences between the two. If you add the fact that the S4 has a better design and added sensors for temperature and pressure to texs list, your question should be: CONSIDERING THE HARDWARE, IN WHAT WAYS HAS THE S4 NOT SURPASSED THE S3?

Health › Re: What Do You Think Of Urine Therapy? by jedisco(m): 5:53pm On Mar 18, 2013

Most of the responses on this thread are really surprising.

It got me wondering- if educated Nigerians with access to the internet can think like this, then what about the uneducated ones?

I now see why some doctors or rogue pharmaceutical companies make millions off Nigerians all in the name of washing their blood' or giving them drugs to that effect.

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Phones › Re: Samsung Galaxy S4 by jedisco(m): 1:57pm On Mar 15, 2013

Segzy23: They could have put 3100mAh battery in it to give it more battery life, but they didn't want to compromise on the size and weight as you mentioned. Rather they gave people the choice, if you want something bigger with more battery life, then go for the Samsung galaxy note

The larger battery on the note does not necessarily mean the note would last better because it has a larger screen.

I just want consumers and OEMs to put more focus into battery life.

Phones › Re: Samsung Galaxy S4 by jedisco(m): 8:31am On Mar 15, 2013

A nice phone I must say, just as expected.

Except for one or two drawbacks mainly in design, it ticks most boxes and should be a market hit.

Also, I think upcoming smarphones should easily give at least 2 days of battery life with moderate - heavy use. Sadly, this is an area most OEMs are not pushing for. Instead it's a race for thinner and lighter (which is also not bad)

Phones › Re: Gbam 5MB Daily Data Bonus Forum by jedisco(m): 10:48pm On Mar 13, 2013

luluosas: OK. Here are your details. Good luck.
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Thanks but it didn't work

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Phones › Re: Gbam 5MB Daily Data Bonus Forum by jedisco(m): 9:43pm On Mar 13, 2013

luluosas: Please, is it Huawei Modem?

Yes

Phones › Re: Gbam 5MB Daily Data Bonus Forum by jedisco(m): 9:38pm On Mar 13, 2013

luluosas: Which one is GL please?

Can you please give me the unlock code for this etisalat Huawei easynet modem

Model: E367u-1
IMEI: 353612042988761

Phones › Re: Gbam 5MB Daily Data Bonus Forum by jedisco(m): 9:37pm On Mar 13, 2013

luluosas: Which one is GL please?

Can you please give me the unlock code of this etisalat Huawei easynet modem

Model: E367u-1
IMEI: 353612042988761

Phones › Re: Glo Blackberry 10 Data Plans? by jedisco(m): 5:50pm On Mar 08, 2013

Just like that of Airtel, I can't see the amount of data allotted to each of the plans.

Phones › Re: NCC To Launch Mobile Number Portability On March 26 by jedisco(m): 3:50pm On Mar 08, 2013

Nice move by the NCC.

They have been doing quite well lately with the reduction in SMS price, putting a stop to useless promos e.t.c.
I think what is left now is for them to drastically reduce mobile data prices and improve quality of services offered.

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Phones › Re: Nokia Lumia 920...finally A Smartphone From Nokia That Can Compete! by jedisco(m): 2:39am On Mar 05, 2013

ThaProf: Thanks for your time mate. Was really informative. I've narrowed my options down to Lumia 620 and 520 but I think I'll favour the 520 cos of the 4" screen and scratch resistance. I can always live without the LED flash and the Secondary camera, it's not as if I use them on a normal day.

It might be released by the end of March or beginning of April. Would also be nice if we started a thread completely on Windows Phone, it'll help.

You're welcome.
Yes if you can deal without those two, the 520 should offer you pretty good value for money.
Thanks again, I'm grateful.

Phones › Re: Nokia Lumia 920...finally A Smartphone From Nokia That Can Compete! by jedisco(m): 6:44am On Mar 04, 2013

ThaProf: Thanks for your reply. I've been using BBs for a while now and I'm really bored of the phone. I want to get a new smartphone and I love the WP8 interface.

But I've gone to some Android threads and the way they glorify Android and condemn the WP scares me. They start with the lack of apps and games etc. I'd love you to kindly sell me the WP. Tell me about it in general and the things it can do.

Then to particular phone to get, I love the specs of the Lumia 620 you put here sadly there's no Gorilla glass and I've heard about the release of Lumia 520 soon which has a 4" scratch resistant screen which is a good catch but it lacks LED and NFC. The Huawei 4Afrika(Ascend W1) seem to pack every feature and would be cheaper, but I don't think Huawei build can come near the Nokia.

I've been saving a while for this phone, so I'd like it to be one is one i.e the best choice of the 3 which I could use for say a year or 2 without it being dated.

Thanks a lot, anticipating a kind reply.

One thing you should know is that most Android users on this site are ignorant fanboys. Most of them lack a basic understanding of what they claim to know. You shouldn't let their empty rantings fool you.

As regards WP8, its a unique, nice and smooth OS. Yes it's lacking in some areas, but it also has some nice positives.
Android is more featured but WP8 is slicker (especially on mid-low end phones). Don't get it wrong, WP8 fully covers your basic needs.

On the issue of apps and games, when next you hear them ranting, take time to ask them what those apps do. I've done that severally here and EACH TIME they end up empty. There have been alot of 'your favourite apps' threads which I've taken time to scout and I can tell you that over 95% of the apps I see there are well catered for on WP.

That does not mean some important apps are not missing, but most of them are not really useful to us in Nigeria e.g. Instagram and Pandora.
WP has 130,000 apps and most (if not all) the apps you would need are already there.
The issue with most people and WP8 is that I it has been hacked yet but that's not much of an excuse.

To the issue of games, yes there is a definite chasm especially as regards some popular titles but a good number have been announced as coming.
Moreover, it's not like WP store is devoid of good games. Here is quite an outdated list of xbox live games ( http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Xbox_games_on_Windows_Phone ). Also a good number of games do not have the xbox status and recent titles are not there.

As for the phone in particular. I sincerely don't know which one you should go for. They all have different features and are priced accordingly. But if you're getting a WP, I would advice you get a Nokia device as it has added incentives.

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Phones › Re: Nokia Lumia 920...finally A Smartphone From Nokia That Can Compete! by jedisco(m): 10:25am On Mar 03, 2013

ThaProf: Bro! I think you, Jedisko and jmaine know fairly good stuff about WP8. I have some few questions for you guys. I hope you don't mind?

No problem. You can ask your questions. I would try and answer those I can.

Phones › Re: Analysis Of Nokia E7 by jedisco(m): 10:21am On Mar 03, 2013

I won't advise you to go for a new E7 now. The phone is pretty much old and outdated. The phone still has its amazing form-factor. There are more modern and better devices you can get.

Phones › Re: Best Sites To Download Apps For Nokia E6 by jedisco(m): 10:13am On Mar 03, 2013

kelmich: Please guys which site can i download good apps and games for my E6? And also which apps would you the phone gurus advice me to download

Nokia E6 is a Symbian^3 phone and should work with most S^3 apps. The main issue is that it has a much higher resolution but I think most apps should be able to work round this.

Though quite old, I think this thread would be very useful to you.
https://www.nairaland.com/982104/favourite-symbian-3-apps-anna

Phones › Re: Glo Blackberry Plans On Phones And Other Devices by jedisco(m): 11:19am On Feb 18, 2013

jedisco: Please how can I deactivate it and buy a normal data plan.
It's urgent!!!

someone should please reply

Phones › Re: Glo Blackberry Plans On Phones And Other Devices by jedisco(m): 10:42am On Feb 18, 2013

Please how can I deactivate it and buy a normal data plan.
It's urgent!!!

Celebrities › Re: Tonto Dikeh And AY Making A Video For Comedy Show (Picture) by jedisco(m): 8:06pm On Feb 12, 2013

I'm more interested in the car.

Phones › Re: Pre Order Your Blackberry Z10 From Mtn Nigeria by jedisco(m): 8:56pm On Feb 08, 2013

aieromon: Sorry, I don't have any information in that regard.

Phones › Re: Pre Order Your Blackberry Z10 From Mtn Nigeria by jedisco(m): 8:13pm On Feb 08, 2013

aieromon: Delivery time depends on location in Nigeria. It took less than 3days in Lagos for the transaction to be completed. I don't know how they handle deliveries outside Lagos.

Ok. Thanks
But what if the device is faulty?

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 8:08pm On Feb 08, 2013

Bawss1: Where is Tex these days?

Don't know. But I know he hardly visits this section.
Sometimes this place ain't encouraging.

Phones › Re: Pre Order Your Blackberry Z10 From Mtn Nigeria by jedisco(m): 7:50pm On Feb 08, 2013

aieromon: Very reliable.

Have you used them before?
Also would you have to pay shipping costs?
What's their delivery time like?

Sorry for the questions but there was an item I wanted to buy before but I don't really trust this online stuff in Nigeria.

Phones › Re: RIM's upcoming flagship phone, Blackberry Z10 To Cost £480 (Approx. N119,000) by jedisco(m): 8:07am On Feb 08, 2013

Didn't I say it you don't calculate local phone prices directly from European prices.

You can now officially pre-order it for 100k from MTN.

You can also be sure that it would be cheaper when it's OFFICIALLY released to the Nigerian market.

Be rest assured that most flagship phones would come in at 95k (give or take)

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 10:28pm On Feb 07, 2013

Francheezy: did he actually say lumia 900 is a feature f0ne...men am disaPPointed.....if it waz bb, n0 pr0blem.

I still remember that thread though I don't wanna dig it up.

It started as a very honest question by someone asking about the phone (just like this one).
Of course they never disappoint and called it all kind of names. From toy to dumb phone to feature phone and so on.

The real argument started on page 2 and lasted till about page 7 or so. That was when tex was still active here. Jmaine was also involved.

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 9:18pm On Feb 07, 2013

@4ller

You need to chill cos you don't need to trade insults before you pass your point across.

You keep saying you're not a fanboy but everything you do shows you as one.
Take WP for example- from Lumia 900 (which you called a feature phone) to 920 which you spent almost 6 pages trying to show it was a failure. Go to symbian, asha and BB you have thesame track record.
You hate everything non-android. That's a fact.

I really don't get how used phones won't let this sell. You really overrate that market. If that was true, then there won't be mega shops all over the country that sell new phones. Nigeria does not revolve around you.
There are many people who don't buy used phones. BB has said most of their phones sold here are in the $400 range. Those are not used. I can't count upto 5 people I know who use 2nd hand phones.

Nokia 701 was given a retail price of €290 and launched at 50k here.
BB10 has not launched officially in Nigeria so any price you're seeing are like those of 250k we saw for iPhone 5 at launch.
So far I can only see a retail price of $150 which shouldn't exceed 30k.

Do those your refurbished phones stop your new androids from selling? Like I said Nigeria is bigger than you and your friends and over 95% of Nigerians I know use new phones. Your 80% figure is obviously false.

For all the talk about techno, I still see more ashas around. Nairaland hardly mirrors the situation of things in Nigeria.

Finally, I have no problem with android. I have problem with people who think everybody must use thesame phone they use.
Have you ever seen me on any android or BB thread trolling?

Just show me a major non-android thread over the last 3 months that you and your likes have not trolled on. That was what made me take a break from NL sometime ago cos it was pathetic.

You've still not answered what your first post has to do with this thread. Not everybody will use android. Get that into your head.

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Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 2:21am On Feb 07, 2013

Leopantro: now,I refuse to respond to the statements you made in regards to what I said. I leave that to @4ller.
BTW, you do know of the contest that windows set up against Android around the beginning of last year claiming that they were better than any Android phone and when someone with an Android phone proved them wrong, they cheated. or the time they were boasting about the mega pixels of their lumina phone in their ads until it was proven that they were using another phone to take those pictures. please tell me you know these stories. I follow the tech news very closely so I don't display oral diarrhea because I have a mouth

@Leopantro
I can see jmaine is already handling you accordingly but I can't help but take some of the spoils.

You see this your post above kills every credibility you have or claim to have. I could go on and punch holes in every sentence.
You really are a learner.

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 7:24pm On Feb 06, 2013

tonardo: Give us lumia 920 or820 not this jurk haiwai..
I got my s3 for 35k wit a broken screen. ..everything working perfectly. Been using it like that...
Sorry africa.

You're asking for 920 which is over 100k, but you're using a phone with a broken screen you got for 35k.
Why didn't you go for a new S3 or Note II

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Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 7:21pm On Feb 06, 2013

[quote author=A-ZeD]Am i the only one that sees it from a different angle? I'm an android fan but as a developer, i see this as an opportunity. I know the phone will come pre-loaded with apps developed by africans so i see this as a way for Nigerians to build something cool.[/quote]At last an intelligent response from someone with a truly open mind.
1 like for you man.

@4ller and co, this is the type of person you guys should emulate. Someone with a truly open mind.

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 7:16pm On Feb 06, 2013

claycares: Nice one guys. I can't even think of having a Windows phone no matter the price because I want to be free.

You talk about freedom but you're quick to write off an OS you've never used. You're in a cage man.

Phones › Re: Huawei 4Afrika Phone By Huawei & Microsoft For Africa by jedisco(m): 7:10pm On Feb 06, 2013

blackchild09: windows mobile knw they are losing it that's why they come up with cheap mid range smartphone @4ller if it's more than 30k for the phone I agree with you no body will buy it, so you can't even side load apps and I was reading some where earlier a dude was complaining about there App store that most apps will say not available in this region Even there official twitter app

Another religious follower here.

Your problem is that you don't want to pay for apps and you're just looking for a way to forward piracy.

While I'll admit that buying apps is very hard in Nigeria leading many of us to piracy (including me), you should maintain some morality by not boasting about it cos not everyone wants to pirate stuff.

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