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blitzer09x87

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May 19, 2013
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seems too good to be true, if all these rumored specs come true, this will surely be my next phone. hoping for a new design, the xperia Z design has been used a lot.
 

zbarvian

macrumors 68010
Jul 23, 2011
2,004
2
I'm more interested in the elusive "Honami mini" that is reportedly smaller than the iPhone but packs a 4.3" screen and absurdly good specs...with the bezel on the Honami, I believe the phone will be too unwieldy.
 

mattopotamus

macrumors G5
Jun 12, 2012
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I'm more interested in the elusive "Honami mini" that is reportedly smaller than the iPhone but packs a 4.3" screen and absurdly good specs...with the bezel on the Honami, I believe the phone will be too unwieldy.

likewise!
 

otismotive77

macrumors 6502
May 18, 2013
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egoistaxx9

macrumors 6502
Jun 25, 2013
289
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the only thing which is stopping me from buying this device is the sony's UI. it looks crap. sony should start working on a new UI, build it from the ground up.
 

damitssam

macrumors 6502
Original poster
Sep 22, 2009
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the only thing which is stopping me from buying this device is the sony's UI. it looks crap. sony should start working on a new UI, build it from the ground up.

Im sure it will be easily rooted :cool: . Can't wait for the announcement. Going to Asia in September so probably can snag one there unlocked.
 

2298754

Cancelled
Jun 21, 2010
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Looks like Sony is pulling an HTC by bringing out a new flagship within a few months.
 

MRU

macrumors Penryn
Aug 23, 2005
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a better place
Korea-only...

This is worldwide, just like the One X+. Sony is screwing over Z owners. HTC is screwing over One X users.

I highly doubt anyone here would have expected you to say anything else .... (ironic for the chief poster that likes to call everyone else an apologist).

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A person who indulges in hypocrisy.
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And as it passed through the FCC

There’s no word as yet on when Samsung will roll out this device in other markets, particularly in the U.S. FCC approval means that the company is certainly gearing up for a launch in the near future. :
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2013/08/galaxy-s4-lte-a-international-variant-stops-by-the-fcc/


The visit to the FCC should make American smartphone users both happy and unhappy. If this version of the Galaxy S4 does make it to the states, those who already bought the device might feel a little upset that they didn't hold out for the faster model. The happy campers? They would be the ones who haven't yet purchased the Samsung Galaxy S4 in the states.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Inte...E-A-and-Snapdragon-800-visits-the-FCC_id46502

Samsung has already launched the device locally in Korea and is shifting its gear to ship it internationally. The model was spotted in the FCC database as model number GT-i9506, strengthening hopes that the phone will soon hit the US market. The very same model will be headed to Europe and Asia as well. .
http://www.mobilespie.com/4927/samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9506-fcc-entry/
 
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adder7712

macrumors 68000
Mar 9, 2009
1,923
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The international LTE-A Galaxy S4 bears the GT-I9506 model number.

I could foresee a sharp drop in prices for the S600 and Octa powered S4 variants.
 

asthamapheo

macrumors 6502
Jun 26, 2013
285
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OMG, i've never seen that awesome specs! wait! it's from sony right:mad:. sony's UI! GOD! it's really bad. give me sense, touchwiz or stock android on it and i'll make sure that i'm the first guy to buy this phone.
 

2298754

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Jun 21, 2010
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I highly doubt anyone here would have expected you to say anything else .... (ironic for the chief poster that likes to call everyone else an apologist).




And as it passed through the FCC

http://www.ubergizmo.com/2013/08/galaxy-s4-lte-a-international-variant-stops-by-the-fcc/


http://www.phonearena.com/news/Inte...E-A-and-Snapdragon-800-visits-the-FCC_id46502

http://www.mobilespie.com/4927/samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9506-fcc-entry/

FCC documents only show Band 5 (850 MHz) support for LTE. Therefore, there is zero chance of this particular GS4 hitting US shelves. LTE is primarily on 700/PCS/AWS here, not Band 5.

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OMG, i've never seen that awesome specs! wait! it's from sony right:mad:. sony's UI! GOD! it's really bad. give me sense, touchwiz or stock android on it and i'll make sure that i'm the first guy to buy this phone.

Sony's UI is pretty mininalist. What's wrong with it?
 

JH-

macrumors 6502
Feb 25, 2009
392
2
Why is this announced the day of the Samsung announcement? What is Sony thinking?
 

twintin

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Aug 10, 2012
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Sweden
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zedzded

macrumors regular
Aug 28, 2013
228
1
Perth, Australia
seems too good to be true, if all these rumored specs come true, this will surely be my next phone. hoping for a new design, the xperia Z design has been used a lot.

The specs aren't official as such, but it's pretty much guaranteed that the specs listed by the OP are accurate, these are backed up by subtle advertsing snippets from Sony suggesting 4k video, waterproofing etc They have also published shots, showing the G lens and indicated it will be 20mp.
 

blitzer09x87

macrumors 6502
May 19, 2013
408
0
The specs aren't official as such, but it's pretty much guaranteed that the specs listed by the OP are accurate, these are backed up by subtle advertsing snippets from Sony suggesting 4k video, waterproofing etc They have also published shots, showing the G lens and indicated it will be 20mp.

how will we enjoy 4K video when the phone isn't offering 4K screen.?
 
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