Greetings, Android aficionados! 📱👋

Today, let’s take a moment to get to know each other better. We’d love to know:

  • Which Android devices are you currently using?
  • What do you love most about them?
  • What do you dislike?

Whether you’re rocking the latest flagship or cherishing a reliable budget device, we want to hear about your experiences. Share the brand, model, and any standout features that make your phone shine. Who knows, you might inspire someone to discover their next Android companion! 🌟💬

Remember, let’s keep the conversation friendly and inclusive. Everyone’s perspective is valuable, no matter the device they use. We’re here to celebrate the diversity within the Android ecosystem and learn from each other.

  • arthurpizza@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I drank the Samsung Kool-Aid. Pretty tasty.

    • Samsung s22 Ultra
    • Samsung Watch 4
    • Samsung s6 tablet

    The only thing I don’t like is the lack of Root on my Samsung devices. I spent several years as a Lineage OS user and having root access was amazing.

  • Jackthelad@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Pixel 4a. The perfect size phone and though the battery is losing its life a little bit, I’m going to keep it as long as possible.

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      1 year ago

      I loved the size of my Pixel 3a! It’s a shame they’re hard to fix in my country; I’d rather have a phone that size than the huge ones that seem to be default now.

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      1 year ago

      I still have a 3a, and the battery is definitely losing it. Have you thought about replacing the battery in yours? I’d love to hear your considerations.

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        1 year ago

        I’ve thought about it, but to be honest, I’m more likely to trade the phone in and get money off a new one.

        But hopefully that shouldn’t be until next year.

  • themarty27@lemmy.sdf.org
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    1 year ago

    Google Pixel 7 Pro

    Love the performance, the battery life, the camera and the amazing display, but most all I love GrapheneOS.

    What I hate is its massive size, 5.8" is more than enough for me.

  • IthronMorn@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    Z fold 4 here.

    Likes: the folding obviously lol but I also like samsungs software.

    Dislikes: fragile and the camera is shit.

  • Capwiz@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    Pixel 5. I love it. I really don’t want to update because this is the last phone with the fingerprint sensor on the back of the phone

    • xerazal@lemmy.zip
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      1 year ago

      Same. Google’s design has taken a step backwards since the pixel 5. Worse battery life, less ergonomic due to fingerprint sensor being in the screen vs the back, and their custom socs have very poor efficiency.

      Unfortunately most phones are doing the in screen fingerprint thing now since it’s the cool thing to do.

    • AAR@rdr.lol
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      1 year ago

      Using a Pixel 5 as well. Before that I had the OnePlus 6 for 6+ years before I decided I wanted a smaller phone again. While it at times still seems a little slow, it still works great. I replaced the battery about 3 months ago and it has a great battery life again. Running Lineage.

  • Luna@lemdro.id
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    1 year ago

    I’m using a OnePlus 6

    It’s really fast and has a headphone jack, and you can get a second-hand one for really cheap (I got mine for ~170$). The preinstalled software sucks, but I’ve installed LineageOS on it and I’m really enjoying it

    The only thing I don’t like is that the battery is non-removable

  • XLRV@lemmy.ml
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    1 year ago

    OnePlus 9pro

    Like: it is fast, clean, it has a Silent/Vibrate/Ring switch, good screen.

    Dislike: no headphone jack, the Snapdragon 888 isn’t efficient, it heats quickly and it isn’t good for the battery life.

  • inspector@gadgetro.idM
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    1 year ago

    Currently rocking a Samsung Galaxy A53 5G. Bought this to replace my old shattered Xiaomi Redmi Note 8.

    I’ve been using Android phones since a long time. Started out with a Galaxy Y, loved those small phones with TouchWiz 3!

    My most favorite phones I’ve owned over the years have to be my most beloved Xiaomi Mi A1 (probably the best clean stock Android experience I’ve had), the Pixel 3a, Sony Xperia M, and the Moto G2 2014 (again, with the cleanest Marshmallow experience).

    My A53 is good, mainly got it because I’ve kind of gotten old tired of experimenting with new ROMs lol. I don’t plan on upgrading for 4 more years…this phone does everything I need it to, and it’s decent enough to last it’s promised update life cycle.

  • money_loo@lemdro.id
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    1 year ago

    Guess I’m the only one with a Sony Xperia phone.

    Got a 1 iii, love the display and candy bar shape, tiny bezels and headphone jack with expandable storage.

    Dislike the limited brightness range outdoors on sunny days, and how the battery dies after four hours of heavy use, lol. (Though I do multitask it hard, so it’s understandable)

    • golli@lemm.ee
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      1 year ago

      I would actually love a Sony, since Hardware and feature wise they seem great. Good form factor, SD card and headphone jack.

      But the high price and especially the short software support just turn me off.

    • MrBananaMan@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I’m just waiting for the shipment email for my Xperia 1 V.

      For me it’s the rectangular front display, no notches, no hole punches, no nonsense. Just some small bezels which also house front facing speakers. Everyone has gotten so acclimatized to “bezel-less” displays for the sake of not just being last years model that you lost stereo speakers, and added a literal black mark to accompany lost display area.

      Then you throw in a 3.5mm audio jack AND expandable storage <insert fry take my money gif here>

      I’m in the camp that you don’t need to refresh a design over and over again, especially “just for the sake of it.”

      PS: I’m not particularly happy to pay the price I did for the phone which has, in my mind, basic features. However, the other option is to pay for a phone with less capabilities than my current phone.

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    1 year ago

    Galaxy note 9. It’s the peak smartphone, no holepunch nonsense, every useful feature, still plenty fast. The only drawbacks are that the battery is starting to wear out, which is fixable with a bit of fuss, and the screen has a little bit of keyboard burn in, only visible on all black screens.

  • Unreliable@lemmy.ml
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    1 year ago

    Still hanging onto my Pixel 2 XL. The recent Pixel 6 and 7 looked good before launch but I’ve read of nothing but issues.

    Trying to hold out for as long as I can but not sure what to get next. Somewhat limited as I’m on Google Fi.

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      1 year ago

      I went from Pixel 2XL to Pixel 4a 5G to Pixel 7.

      I’ve had no software issues except maybe WPA3 auth.

      It’s all the same really, but the improved camera is probably worth it. I got a decent pair of Bluetooth headphones now so headphone jack doesn’t bug me so much. But I literally only listen to music on my phone when traveling.

      • Unreliable@lemmy.ml
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        1 year ago

        The only thing that’s killing me now is bad battery life and the low RAM on the pixel 2 XL, so apps get reloaded frequently when multitasking. Battery is easily replaceable though.

        I’ve just seen a lot of overheating and connection issues with the 6/7.

  • droidpenguin@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    OnePlus 8T - Rooted & running HavocOS. Performance is great, battery is really good and charges quickly, and 120hz display is nice. I have Termux-X11 installed so I can have a whole Linux desktop on external monitor using HDMI out over USB.

    My only gripe is the device is large and uncomfortable for one-handed use. I would ideally want the Asus Zenfone 9/10 mainly because of the smaller size but it doesn’t support HDMI out :(

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    1 year ago

    Pixel 7 running GrapheneOS.

    Good camera, 5 years updates and it is affordable for an flagship smartphone.

  • GreatOdds@lemmy.one
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    1 year ago

    Android device

    • LG v30 ThinQ

    Likes

    • LineageOS support
    • Dual SIM
    • SD card slot
    • headphone jack
    • USB C
    • FM radio
    • no notch/hole punch
    • wireless charging

    Dislike

    • battery doesn’t last as long as it used to due to age
    • non-removable battery
    • some camera hiccups from LineageOS

    The phone works well for everything I need it to do (web browsing, messaging, some light emulation, quick downloads) but it doesn’t handle 3d games too well (tried Genshin and it was unbearable). Currently looking for a future replacement for when the battery issues become worse. Might go for one of the Xperia but the prices are a bit too much.