Need Advice for Best Android phone around 15k

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Hello!

I want to buy new LATEST Android Smart phone under or around Rs.15000. I just lost my cell phone so looking for quick options as the choice is vast. So I need your suggestions. I don't want to just buy it for the heck of and repent later
my specifications for mobile are-
Big Screen At least 3.5inch.
want a decent gaming phone.
Decent Music and movie play that supports most latest formats
good camera at least 5MP with HD video Recording at 720p.
good hardware at least 1ghz processor, 512MB of RAM, & good GPU to play some HD games.
good Battery backup . I think 1500 maH with Android phones is a must these days...any difference of opinion,kindly explain

good ONLINE community support like XDA Developers.

I have been reading about Galaxy Ace plus, HTC One V, Motorola Defy plus, HTC Wildfire S though couldn't finalize as i am not a expert

Please do not suggest me crappy Spice, Micromax (Indian Chinese) phones. Please suggest branded phones only. Do not suggest phone like Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini or Mini Pro (because of 3inch screen).

Good reply is appreciated. Kindly help me with this
Thank You!

HTC One V.
But for such serious gaming won't it be better if you get a Handheld Console? PS Vita should be available locally for that price.

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I'd suggest you dont go for the Galaxy Ace plus as I had the Ace and it was crappy! Lots of lagg and a very crappy display.The Ace plus has the same screen with just a better processor. Trust me it will not be enough. Your best options would be the HTC One V or the older Sony Xperia Neo V(tremendous support of XDA, I'm also a keen 'rooter' Had my Desire and Galaxy Ace both rooted). That's all I can suggest as the Xperia U is a joke with 4gb memory and no SD card support. The Xperia Sola is not good according to reviews and its priced at approx 19,500. The support for the HTC One V has also been gettin attention on XDA forums. The One V (beautiful LCD screen better and UI than the Neo) and the Neo V(with front facing Camera the One V does not have). You cannot go wrong buying either. I stay away from Motorola products as their Service is pathetic and very low resale value(if u consider that at purchase time like I do). All the best.

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HTC One V seems the best option for you. Its hardware will carry you through for quite some time. It has the best support on XDA amongst your list.

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But have heard reviews about HTC One V saying its non dethacable battery is an issue.
Also the mentioned 512 mb RAM is aroung 360 in actual.

Not sure whether these should matter much as still it looks a great phone

I am ready to look beyond as well but it should suit the purpose...any other options that i may try

devverma said:
But have heard reviews about HTC One V saying its non dethacable battery is an issue.

if mobile stops responding then yes, its a big issue then.

devverma said:
Also the mentioned 512 mb RAM is aroung 360 in actual.

rest is dedicated to GPU and Android system uses ~100MB for itself.

If you are okay to enter Windows Phone ecosystem, try Omnia W and HTC Radar.
Else, check these:

1. SE Xperia U (dual core should let you get more versions of android) but it comes with smaller 1320mAh battery.
2. Motorola Defy+ or defy XT
3. LG Optimus black (Great display and good custom ROM support)

If you wait just a bit, it would be better as you may see more dual-core droids to be available under 20k.

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Sam said:
if mobile stops responding then yes, its a big issue then.

There are combinations of buttons used to restart phones with non-removable batteries. HTC recommends to keep the power button pressed for 10 seconds to restart a hung One V.This is accessible in the How To section of the HTC page for the specific mobile. "*www.htc.com/in/help/htc-one-v/"

Also there's a way to factory reset your phone throught hard buttons as well. So dont worry about not being able to turn on the phone or having to wait till battery drains if it hangs to be able to restart it(like some idiots are reporting having to do.Its hilarious.).

I recommended a friend to pick up the One V and after 15 days it's brilliant with no issues reported by her. But I myself found the browser a little laggy(hoping an update optimizes it though).I had a Desire earlier and i can tell u that memory footprint of Sense UI is huge! Still the One V has Sense lite so i wouldn't dispute that 360mb is available at startup. Seems reasonable.

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Wht about waiting for a few days and checking out on the Ace 2?

Specs wise it would be better than all the other mid-ranged phones. Also if its around the 15k mark, it would be the best VFM.

Yes, but need to check out on how good is its IPS Lcd display, in comparison to One V or other SE phones.

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Thanks for the advices

just stumbled across HTC Rhyme ...how is it...specs looks good

Compared to one V it has secondary camera, more RAM, compass..

Any pointers that i should be knowing for it

I have already replied to your query on other thread

D3LeT3 said:
There are combinations of buttons used to restart phones with non-removable batteries. HTC recommends to keep the power button pressed for 10 seconds to restart a hung One V.This is accessible in the How To section of the HTC page for the specific mobile. "*www.htc.com/in/help/htc-one-v/"

Also there's a way to factory reset your phone throught hard buttons as well. So dont worry about not being able to turn on the phone or having to wait till battery drains if it hangs to be able to restart it(like some idiots are reporting having to do.Its hilarious.).

thanks for the info. well if one loads custom rom i hope the button combo works.

D3LeT3 said:
But I myself found the browser a little laggy(hoping an update optimizes it though).

its HTC so an update should be in works.

D3LeT3 said:
I had a Desire earlier and i can tell u that memory footprint of Sense UI is huge! Still the One V has Sense lite so i wouldn't dispute that 360mb is available at startup. Seems reasonable.

ver 3 or earlier of sense can be termed as NON-SENSE. Sense 4.0 looks great. HTC spent quite sometime redesigning sense.

the.one said:
Wht about waiting for a few days and checking out on the Ace 2?

Specs wise it would be better than all the other mid-ranged phones. Also if its around the 15k mark, it would be the best VFM.

there is something called looks. looks extremely bad. and processor is ARM Cortex A5 dual core. A5 is the slowest of the cortex series.

devverma said:
Compared to one V it has secondary camera, more RAM, compass..

512MB ram is sufficient for most. also Rhyme looks really odd. HTC itself marketed it as a womens mobile.

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Have a look at desire C its just launched price around 12-13k. Otherwise go for one V

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Sam said:
there is something called looks. looks extremely bad. and processor is ARM Cortex A5 dual core. A5 is the slowest of the cortex series.

The looks are tired, I agree, almost all samsung phones appear the same to me, except the ones with SuperAMOLED. But the word 'looks' is very subjective, and here the buyers have to decide on the trade-off better looks/better specs/overall usability.

The processor I read is based on Cortex-A9, same as Xperia U & Sola.

err yes. its A9. looks like some binned SOC (that can't run at 1Ghz) are being used.

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Based on my long research yesterday through. As of now

I think in my budget HTC Desire S ( if i can get it arnd 16-17k ) should be good

Other option is HTC Rhyme..again with its disadvantages of non detacheable battery and being marketed as a ladies ph. However i wondered specs wise and performance wise it was never a ladies phone in first place.

Windows ph i dont wanna try just now. Also HTC Desire C i checked, it didnt fit the bill because of its processor and battery

Looking for some more light and options that i may be missing

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Ur missing the HTC One V.

I believe the best amongst current android devices in tht price range, if you could shell out 17-18k on a phone.

I think u need to watch this.

*www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=DiCkfHZrXak

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Well HTC ONE V is the best option in this range

...but u have to spend 1.5-2k more as it available for around 17k ....

and about non detachable yes the problem may come when the phone hangs or so ..but holding the power button for some time restarts the phone ...common even all tablets also have a non detachable battery and believe me tablets hang more often than phones

..and just holding the power button for sometime restarts

Did you had a look at Neo V?

Desire S has disappeared from local market. So if OP wants HTC, it has to be One V. I am sure even Neo V has disappeared from local market replaced by Xperia U.

But users have reported lag while playing games in One V, and as there is a front facing camera and better camera in both Rhymne and Desire S, I personally feel that they are better options as I won''t suggest a phone which lags to anyone.

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Yes going by the trend, i would settle for Desire S. But getting it at 16-17k now is a tough task...heard it was flagship and among the stablest of HTC mobiles.

Kindly help me with any location in NCR or onlyn where i can get one in less price range.

It would be sad if i am unable to get one after so much research and alterations

It will be really hard for you to find it locally, just recheck on saholic every other day and also check some other websites like ebay too

HTC Desire S Price in India | S510e Specifications, Features and Reviews

Hurry before it goes Out of Stock

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mitraark said:
HTC Desire S Price in India | S510e Specifications, Features and Reviews

Hurry before it goes Out of Stock

Its already out of stock mate

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Sam said:
if mobile stops responding then yes, its a big issue then.

rest is dedicated to GPU and Android system uses ~100MB for itself.

can u pls help me pick d best phone btwn ace plus/se neo v/xperia u/sola ?

also,what do u think about xperia go and miro ?
pls help me...very confused :-?

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aroraanant said:
It will be really hard for you to find it locally, just recheck on saholic every other day and also check some other websites like ebay too

Mate could you find any offer on Desire S?
Guess saholic is now only using it to get people to their website...

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devverma said:
Mate could you find any offer on Desire S?
Guess saholic is now only using it to get people to their website...

buytheprice.com has the last few Desire S' available online. They're selling for 18,770/- i believe. If anyone on the forum needs a Desire S spread the word about this site.I had the Desire and with a better Processor+GPU and more RAM+ Official ICS, I'm sure it'll be a good deal. Also consider the Neo V. I almost picked it up.The white looks classier. Cheapest I found was on flipkart for 17,300. I know the OP's budget is 15k but just wanted to point out these links for prospective buyers who may want to increase their budget a little.

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here: for ₹17290/- HTC DESIRE S 3G SMART PHONE : 1 YR HTC WARRANTY : SEALED PACK MOBILE PHONE | eBay

Might be last stock. Currently cheapest for new piece, on net. Unfortunately coupons cant be applied. I think its because its a featured item.

(Just saying- you can get a very good condition used piece on olx, quickr or local market for 11-12 k.)

Take a look at this: *nagpur.olx.in/less-than-a-month-old-htc-desire-s-13k-iid-403066731

Seems to be genuine listing and genuine reason for selling.Only one month old. So almost full warranty left too.Full accessories and bill. Try bargaining. You could save more than 5k compared to the new one on ebay.

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Does anyone in the forum knows valid discount coupons for buytheprice or saholic??