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General Discussion => The Flea Trap => Topic started by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 07:07:49 PM

Title: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 07:07:49 PM
Ugh!  What a pain in the ass!   The screen is shot I guess....it wont light up.....im gonna have to buy a new one....any suggestions for something affordable?
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 07:10:19 PM
I think they still make a cheap flip phone, which would be OK I guess, if you're just using it to talk!
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 07:15:57 PM
I think some of the lower end Samsung's start @ $200.00 or so.  Might be OK if you need a smart phone.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 07:17:10 PM
Why not get an iPhone, I mean it'll less likely to break down and force you to buy another one, plus they have better resale values in case you plan to upgrade.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 07:20:24 PM
Well, if she's seeking a cheaper phone, iPhone may not be in her budget...
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 07:24:02 PM
Quote from: "Angry White Male"Well, if she's seeking a cheaper phone, iPhone may not be in her budget...


That's true, but even a iPhone SE would save a lot of problems in the future, even though we call it a phone, it's really not a phone anymore but an all in one ultimate device, lol.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 07:25:24 PM
Well, depends on what she needs the device to do...  Believe it or not, some people still do use their device mainly for talking...
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 07:28:00 PM
I kid you not...  My Aunt has this flip phone.  It costs $100.  They still make them.  She only uses phone for emergencies.





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Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 07:33:30 PM
Just wondering Berry do you have budget range you can tell us or what do you usually use the phone for.  This way it'll be easier to find one that suits your needs.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: @realAzhyaAryola on December 02, 2017, 07:44:45 PM
Quote from: "Zetsu"Why not get an iPhone, I mean it'll less likely to break down and force you to buy another one, plus they have better resale values in case you plan to upgrade.


I agree. I cannot go back to anything else now after having one but it took me this long to actually consider it. I totally love mine.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Anonymous on December 02, 2017, 07:50:40 PM
Quote from: "Berry Sweet"Ugh!  What a pain in the ass!   The screen is shot I guess....it wont light up.....im gonna have to buy a new one....any suggestions for something affordable?

My  phone needs  a new battery Berry..



I'll buy a Smasung,
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 08:02:57 PM
Quote from: "Azhya Aryola"
Quote from: "Zetsu"Why not get an iPhone, I mean it'll less likely to break down and force you to buy another one, plus they have better resale values in case you plan to upgrade.


I agree. I cannot go back to anything else now after having one but it took me this long to actually consider it. I totally love mine.


Some ppl say an iphone isn't worth it but it'z b/c they've never used one before.  Just the simplicity and how clean and organized it is, top notch in component and craftsmanship, and the high debugging/glitch free rate of the app store apps is worth every penny imo.

:coffeebath:
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 08:04:31 PM
I've had good like with my Samsung so far.  It's built well, with aluminum and Gorilla Glass outer shell...
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: @realAzhyaAryola on December 02, 2017, 08:11:14 PM
Quote from: "Zetsu"
Some ppl say an iphone isn't worth it but it'z b/c they've never used one before.  Just the simplicity and how clean and organized it is, top notch in component and craftsmanship, and the high debugging/glitch free rate of the app store apps is worth every penny imo.

:coffeebath:


I enjoy learning how to operate my Apple products at the Apple store. They have a good thing going. This is not to say I don't like Microsoft. I like it too still.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 08:15:16 PM
Quote from: "Angry White Male"I've had good like with my Samsung so far.  It's built well, with aluminum and Gorilla Glass outer shell...


Samsung's another quality brand I like  ac_cool , at first I was hesitant to switch from my iPhone to a Samsung phone after hearing about all the glitches on Android phones but turns out it wasn't anywhere as bad as it seems.  Dun think much could go wrong even with an entry level iPhone or a Samsung, lol just make sure to stay away from the China brand ones if you don't want CCP peeping on your personal data.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 08:32:44 PM
Entry level Samsung's seem OK.  They don't have Gorilla Glass, or are they certified water and dust resistant like the mid to high end models are, but if treated with care, should work just fine for average person.



I almost bought a low end Samsung for their attractive price, but decided to go with their mid-level line instead.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Bricktop on December 02, 2017, 08:41:16 PM
Aren't there some pretty clever LG's around at reasonable prices?



http://www.lg.com/au/smartphones
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 08:53:35 PM
LG has lower priced models also.



It's good that Berry asked a question, and then disappeared instantly.  That way we can only assume what she needs in a phone...
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:01:59 PM
Quote from: "Angry White Male"LG has lower priced models also.



It's good that Berry asked a question, and then disappeared instantly.  That way we can only assume what she needs in a phone...


Lol...I had to take Lo to a bday party...I have to go pick her up again in a while for another bday party...kinda hard to be online when im in taxi cab mode.



Anyhow my phone that died is an LG...its a nice phone but I did have problems wirh it the first year...I got a new one sent out under warrenty and now kaput.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:03:42 PM
What do you mostly use your phone for?  Mostly just for talking?
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Anonymous on December 02, 2017, 09:07:29 PM
Quote from: "Azhya Aryola"
Quote from: "Zetsu"
Some ppl say an iphone isn't worth it but it'z b/c they've never used one before.  Just the simplicity and how clean and organized it is, top notch in component and craftsmanship, and the high debugging/glitch free rate of the app store apps is worth every penny imo.

:coffeebath:


I enjoy learning how to operate my Apple products at the Apple store. They have a good thing going. This is not to say I don't like Microsoft. I like it too still.

I went to an Apple store today Azhya,....what a mistake in December on a Saturday.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:07:41 PM
Quote from: "Zetsu"Just wondering Berry do you have budget range you can tell us or what do you usually use the phone for.  This way it'll be easier to find one that suits your needs.


$500 max.  I generally use for texting and some phone calls.  I use gps A LOT, I cant live without it!  I also play some games and I want something with a decent camera...I use my phone for pics a lot...I cant afford to get a super duper camera right now.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:09:49 PM
Quote from: "Angry White Male"What do you mostly use your phone for?  Mostly just for talking?


Texting, talking and pics.  I use IG sometimes to talk to people...my kid always texts me thru there (i dont know why as she can just text me from her phone) so I need that.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:10:52 PM
I have a Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017), which may come in right around your budget.



Their mid-level line, with Gorilla Glass and aluminum outside, plus certified water and dust resistant.



I have not had a problem with it.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:12:28 PM
Maybe you should have taken my gift card...  Timing would have been right to use it to buy new phone...
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:28:17 PM
I didnt know my phone was going to die.  Im not one for taking money off people.  But right now I need to make the right choice for a phone.  Information helps.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:29:37 PM
Galaxy A5 would be around that budget.  Remember though, it's not a huge phone, which works for me since it fits in my pocket.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:31:34 PM
The card wouldve been nice but giving my addy im not comfortable with.  Im trying to start new these days.  A new life with new people.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:33:41 PM
I have 2 tablets and a lap top here...so those are good for home lounging.  I dont need a super huge screen but something decent enough to call text and pics.  Im not trying to impress people with my phone...I dont care who has the latest phone, it doesnt make them cool.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:36:18 PM
Quote from: "Berry Sweet"The card wouldve been nice but giving my addy im not comfortable with.

Fair enough.



Check out the Galaxy A5 (2017)...  it may work for you.



I mean, I can buy any phone I want, so for me to buy the A5 should show I have enough confidence in it.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:37:40 PM
Is it in the $500 range?
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:38:21 PM
Quote from: "Berry Sweet"Is it in the $500 range?

Yup.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:40:07 PM
How memory are we looking at to have a decent phone?  Or unless I place my memory card in there?
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Berry Sweet on December 02, 2017, 09:40:26 PM
What do you like about it?
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:44:11 PM
It's a good phone.  It comes with 22 Gigs of available memory, which is more that I need.  However, you can upgrade that if you want.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 09:46:41 PM
Quote from: "Berry Sweet"What do you like about it?

It's well built, and has good battery life.  External speaker is good enough also.



This is my work environment (I have since cleaned my back window.  Didn't realize how dirty it was until I tried to film through it):





https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxP4_u-_Z5Y
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Zetsu on December 02, 2017, 10:03:56 PM
Quote from: "Berry Sweet"
Quote from: "Zetsu"Just wondering Berry do you have budget range you can tell us or what do you usually use the phone for.  This way it'll be easier to find one that suits your needs.


$500 max.  I generally use for texting and some phone calls.  I use gps A LOT, I cant live without it!  I also play some games and I want something with a decent camera...I use my phone for pics a lot...I cant afford to get a super duper camera right now.


Think an iphone SE for about $270 USD on amazon would be a good option, they have really good cameras that takes more realistic pics with better natural colouring compared to the Samsung S7 edge that I'm using, but if you'd like photoshop pics then Samsung's better.  Plus they have more quality apps and games compared to Android.  The main downside is the phone only have a 4 inch screen which might be too small for today's web browsing and other heavy task stuff.
Title: Re: my phone died
Post by: Angry White Male on December 02, 2017, 10:06:25 PM
Ya, the A5 has a 5.2" screen...  but will still fit in my pocket.
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