Best value android phone?

Seanh111

So I recently bought my first android phone (Huawei Ascend G510) and unfortunately it had a lot of problems dropping calls etc so I had to bring it back!

I was tempted to take a new one, but it seems like a fairly common issue so said best not too! So I was wondering what is the best, reasonably priced (less than €200 maybe ) android phone out there at the moment??

I'm on vodafone, and would like to stay with them, but if I get a good deal elsewhere I'll take it! Thanks!

brightkane

dam , I was looking at a g510, they that bad or were u unlucky?

mockerydawg

This:
http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/13349725/art/wiko/cink-peax-black.html

Highly recommended.

Seanh111

brightkane wrote: »

dam , I was looking at a g510, they that bad or were u unlucky?

maybe I was unlucky, but I know someone else who had the same problem and if you read the comments on vodafone's own page some people there had the same issue so I'd stay away really nice phone though I was disappointed!

mockerydawg wrote: »

This:
http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/13349725/art/wiko/cink-peax-black.html

Highly recommended.

Thanks very much for the reply! I always worry about buying phones online and from brands i don't recognise (stupid I know) have you first hand experience with this phone or??

brightkane

Thanks Sean, might look at the y300 then

Alpha Dog 1

brightkane wrote: »

Thanks Sean, might look at the y300 then

Good phone for the money but if you are a power user give it a miss.

brightkane

cheers alpha, its for the wife, she will be coming from a iphone 3gs, it should be a bit quicker?

Alpha Dog 1

brightkane wrote: »

cheers alpha, its for the wife, she will be coming from a iphone 3gs, it should be a bit quicker?

Couldn't be sure, check gsm arena for a comparison.

brightkane

twice the ram, faster processor and its dual core, and can add an sd card, i think its going to be a good upgrade for her
great site btw

bidiots

brightkane wrote: »

twice the ram, faster processor and its dual core, and can add an sd card, i think its going to be a good upgrade for her
great site btw

Old OS, slow chip, small battery.... For the money, check the forum for the jiayu models which are twice the spec for similar money. Both phones in this thread are bottom shelf when it comes to spec

Alpha Dog 1

bidiots wrote: »

Old OS, slow chip, small battery.... For the money, check the forum for the jiayu models which are twice the spec for similar money. Both phones in this thread are bottom shelf when it comes to spec

The phone runs jelly bean? Also a 1730 mah battery is a decent battery for a phone of this price.

bidiots

The phone suggested runs ICS, has small battery trying to run a 4 and a half inch screen. No thanks. There are a lot better options for the money as I suggested

brightkane

Well the y300 will suit her need s for Facebook and internet surfing and I think will be a step up from 3gs.

Alpha Dog 1

bidiots wrote: »

The phone suggested runs ICS, has small battery trying to run a 4 and a half inch screen. No thanks. There are a lot better options for the money as I suggested

Dude, I have the y300, it's definitely running jelly bean 4.1

bidiots

mockerydawg wrote: »

This:
http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/13349725/art/wiko/cink-peax-black.html

Highly recommended.

Talking about this one that was suggested

Alpha Dog 1

Alpha Dog 1 wrote: »

Good phone for the money but if you are a power user give it a miss.

That's the phone that I was referring to.

bidiots

I've no idea what you are on about. I quoted the spec of the phone that was suggested.
Regardless, none of the phones in this thread are even half as good a spec for the money as the current offers from jiayu,umi,lenovo

BlackWizard

I got two Galaxy Nexus GT-i9250 recently. Bought off ebay from China with DHL delivery. Around 250 euro including customs (if you get charged)

Alpha Dog 1

brightkane wrote: »

Well the y300 will suit her need s for Facebook and internet surfing and I think will be a step up from 3gs.

This phone that was being discussed bidiot.

JJJJNR

Try adverts

http://www.adverts.ie/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s2/3483912

bidiots

Alpha Dog 1 wrote: »

This phone that was being discussed bidiot.

That's great...if you need me to explain it any further then its worrying

Seanh111

bidiots wrote: »

I've no idea what you are on about. I quoted the spec of the phone that was suggested.
Regardless, none of the phones in this thread are even half as good a spec for the money as the current offers from jiayu,umi,lenovo

I've never heard of jiayu, but did a quick google search and their phones do seem to have great specs and good prices! Which phone would you recommend if any?? And would the phone work perfectly over here as in chargers, internet, english menus and apps??

bidiots

Seanh111 wrote: »

I've never heard of jiayu, but did a quick google search and their phones do seem to have great specs and good prices! Which phone would you recommend if any?? And would the phone work perfectly over here as in chargers, internet, english menus and apps??

Search in this forum, there's a thread discussing a few models. I've had the g3 and the g2s, which is a fantastic piece of kit for the money. Its easy to change settings and remove crap and I used my kindle charger, any mini USB charger will work. Order a spare battery with them because they are usually a few dollars, handy to have...

seanin4711

big and fast
http://www.merimobiles.com/iocean-x7-youth-turbo-mt6589t-1-5ghz-quad-core-5-0-inch-ips-1920-1080-with-android-4-2-1080p-dual-camera_p/meri7727.htm

eamonnq

http://www.merimobiles.com/mlais-mx58-air-mtk6589-quad-core-1-2ghz-5-0-inch-ips-1280-720-with-android-4-2-12-0mp-camera-3g-smartphone_p/meri7517.htm

This one for me.............

bidiots

For big screens keep an eye on battery size, bigger the better obviously. The quad chips should be easier on battery usage but still, big screens equals more power. Best of luck with your choice and make sure you let us know how you get on

MJ434

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Best-...po-C2---249.99 What would be the best phone out of the 3 listed . 1. Umi X2 2.Zopo C2 3.GooPhone X7 ... Dont really like the look of the Jiayu's as there too thick and plastic looking..any other makes?Looking for quad core, below 10mm thick and 4-5" screen. Cheers!

eamonnq

MJ434 wrote: »

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Best-...po-C2---249.99 What would be the best phone out of the 3 listed . 1. Umi X2 2.Zopo C2 3.GooPhone X7 ... Dont really like the look of the Jiayu's as there too thick and plastic looking..any other makes?Looking for quad core, below 10mm thick and 4-5" screen. Cheers!

I was looking at a few phones over the last few months, was planning on getting a Jiayu initially then kinda edged towards the Vowney V5, but there appears to be a problem with the compass function on them that apparently causes trouble with GPS especially in a built-up area, so went for the Mlais MX58 Air instead.

Might not be the best choice available but was getting fed up, chopping and changing, so 5.0 Gorilla Glass screen, 12mp camera, 720p HD video recording, Dual Sim Quad Core 1.2ghz and it is on it's way now!!

limitedIQ

I just got one of these and I'm very happy with it: huawei-ascend-p1

https://www.expansys.com/huawei-ascend-p1-black-228060/

shamrock55

limitedIQ wrote: »

I just got one of these and I'm very happy with it: huawei-ascend-p1

https://www.expansys.com/huawei-ascend-p1-black-228060/

Nice looking phone is it sim free oh and what size is the screen?

limitedIQ

yeah it was €206 sim free including next day delivery. screen is 4.3.

here is a review that convinced my:
http://www.techradar.com/reviews/phones/mobile-phones/huawei-ascend-p1-1090453/review

limitedIQ

i had a htc x1 before, which i found was to wide to fit comfortably in my hand. this one is same height but not as wide and about half as heavy. plus I found apps were laggy and buggy on the htc, this one seems miles faster.

MJ434

eamonnq wrote: »

I was looking at a few phones over the last few months, was planning on getting a Jiayu initially then kinda edged towards the Vowney V5, but there appears to be a problem with the compass function on them that apparently causes trouble with GPS especially in a built-up area, so went for the Mlais MX58 Air instead.

Might not be the best choice available but was getting fed up, chopping and changing, so 5.0 Gorilla Glass screen, 12mp camera, 720p HD video recording, Dual Sim Quad Core 1.2ghz and it is on it's way now!!

Where did you buy it?

eamonnq

eamonnq wrote: »

http://www.merimobiles.com/mlais-mx58-air-mtk6589-quad-core-1-2ghz-5-0-inch-ips-1280-720-with-android-4-2-12-0mp-camera-3g-smartphone_p/meri7517.htm

This one for me.............

MJ434 wrote: »

Where did you buy it?

Guess................

MJ434

eamonnq wrote: »

Guess................

Ha oops... has it arrived yet?

eamonnq

No, hope to have it next week though.

mondeo

I bought the y300 3 weeks ago. NO dropped calls and it all works great. Skype video chat works perfectly on it. Its alot of spec for €99 and I'm delighted that it does everything my old s3 mini did at a 1/3 of the price. Even the screen is really bright and clear. I can browse the net, listen to music and use viber all at the same time with not much slowdown at all. Even though the phone has 512mb if ram it's not a bad multitasker at all.

IrishHomer

mondeo wrote: »

I bought the y300 3 weeks ago. NO dropped calls and it all works great. Skype video chat works perfectly on it. Its alot of spec for €99 and I'm delighted that it does everything my old s3 mini did at a 1/3 of the price. Even the screen is really bright and clear. I can browse the net, listen to music and use viber all at the same time with not much slowdown at all. Even though the phone has 512mb if ram it's not a bad multitasker at all.

I 2nd that too

Stormington

I bought the y300 3 weeks ago. NO dropped calls and it all works great. Skype video chat works perfectly on it. Its alot of spec for €99 and I'm delighted that it does everything my old s3 mini did at a 1/3 of the price. Even the screen is really bright and clear. I can browse the net, listen to music and use viber all at the same time with not much slowdown at all. Even though the phone has 512mb if ram it's not a bad multitasker at all.

I'll third it.

I'm coming from an Xperia P and I'm quite impressed by the y300. I got her unlocked for a fiver on ebay and she's running on tesco for me now. I'm also easily getting a day out of the phone on a single charge now too.

MJ434

What do people think of this ? http://www.ebay.ie/itm/HDC-ONE-9299A-4-7-Phone-Android-4-2-MTK6589-1-2GHz-QuadCore-32GB-HD-3G-SimFree-/271252970084?pt=UK_Mobile_Phones&hash=item3f27efda64

k123456

I have LG p880, very happy with it, approx 250 euro on amazon.de

eamonnq

MJ434 wrote: »

Ha oops... has it arrived yet?

Arrived today................AMAZING !!!

Have not had a good play around with it yet, but am very impressed!!!

JCDUB

eamonnq wrote: »

http://www.merimobiles.com/mlais-mx58-air-mtk6589-quad-core-1-2ghz-5-0-inch-ips-1280-720-with-android-4-2-12-0mp-camera-3g-smartphone_p/meri7517.htm

This one for me.............

eamonnq wrote: »

Arrived today................AMAZING !!!

Have not had a good play around with it yet, but am very impressed!!!

This phone seems very impressive, has decent spec etc for small money. My only concern would be battery life. How is it so far?

Also, how long did it take to arrive and did you have to pay any customs taxes? This may not be an issue as they said on the site that they could put a low price on the envelope apparently, happy days...

Seanh111

mondeo wrote: »

I bought the y300 3 weeks ago. NO dropped calls and it all works great. Skype video chat works perfectly on it. Its alot of spec for €99 and I'm delighted that it does everything my old s3 mini did at a 1/3 of the price. Even the screen is really bright and clear. I can browse the net, listen to music and use viber all at the same time with not much slowdown at all. Even though the phone has 512mb if ram it's not a bad multitasker at all.

so I think I may give this phone a try, want something soon and not too sure if I trust ordering online from China etc. maybe that's stupid of me??

Is it cheaper online or should I just buy it in meteor? I would need to get in unlocked though it that much effort??

Alpha Dog 1

Seanh111 wrote: »

so I think I may give this phone a try, want something soon and not too sure if I trust ordering online from China etc. maybe that's stupid of me??

Is it cheaper online or should I just buy it in meteor? I would need to get in unlocked though it that much effort??

Costs around 10 euro to be unlocked on Ebay.

celticsfan

Guys has anyone rooted the y300 at all? is it a straightforward process,ive rooted my nexus4 with no issues but cant seem to find a guide on the net or on xda for the y300...any pointers?

mondeo

You need to unlock your boot loader to root it safely. You can apply to have it unlocked on the Huawei website. That's what I'm going to do anyways.

Have a read through this forum here.

http://www.modaco.com/forum/743-huawei-ascend-g510-development/

Copper_pipe

Im with three, I purchased the y300 in emobile on a saturday. Went home and ordered the unlock code for 3.65 from ebay, code arrived on the monday. Phone is now unlocked but just need to root it now


EDIT : Just found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2290610

2012paddy2012

Seanh111 wrote: »

maybe I was unlucky, but I know someone else who had the same problem and if you read the comments on vodafone's own page some people there had the same issue so I'd stay away really nice phone though I was disappointed!



Thanks very much for the reply! I always worry about buying phones online and from brands i don't recognise (stupid I know) have you first hand experience with this phone or??

Don't touch the samsung xcover. It comes with an sd card ( I like a clown bought an 8 GB card - 10 E) to save apps etc on ... But by default the phone uses only the phone memory to save.

Such a joke of a phone. You can apparently " root" it but you might " brick" it in the process.
No one here knows how to " root" it ... Crap advice on google... You feck up guarantee if you mess it up...

Biggest waste of 200 I ever spent

celticsfan

Copper_pipe wrote: »

Im with three, I purchased the y300 in emobile on a saturday. Went home and ordered the unlock code for 3.65 from ebay, code arrived on the monday. Phone is now unlocked but just need to root it now


EDIT : Just found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2290610

Must have missed that on xda when i was looking..i sent off an email to huawei earlier anyway so will just wait for the code to unlock the bootloader,install twrp and then flash supersu...thats the plan anyways

Copper_pipe

I sent an email to huawei too, safer option