Scott Posted October 6, 2011 Author Share Posted October 6, 2011 Depends on the model but if you check here.... http://www.sellmymobile.com/search They go for between £50 & £250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Is anyone else having problems running games on they're SII's? First week i had mine it was fine, i tried a load of free games with no problems. The last 2 weeks i've been offshore though the games freeze alot, sometimes after 15-20mins, sometimes after as little as 2-3minutes. I've tried closing down all the backround programs to free up the RAM but it still freezes. May have to take it back to the shop when i get home. Dan, that is a feature my friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 well got mine now just finding my way round it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Just got mine 2 hours ago, quick Q: can you sync/backup your contacts in the cloud like sony phones or the new Icloud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 AVG Anti Virus is excellent too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Just got mine 2 hours ago, quick Q: can you sync/backup your contacts in the cloud like sony phones or the new Icloud Syncs contacts with your google account (assuming you've set one up). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 AVG Anti Virus is excellent too! I'm sure it is... I'm not sure there's a need on a phone though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I'm sure it is... I'm not sure there's a need on a phone though. If you loose your phone you can display your contact details on the screen, lock it and render it useless, GPS locate it on google maps, wipe it all via remote destop http://www.avgmobilation.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Syncs contacts with your google account (assuming you've set one up). thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 If you loose your phone you can display your contact details on the screen, lock it and render it useless, GPS locate it on google maps, wipe it all via remote destop http://www.avgmobilation.com/ Is that not all sales patter though? Surely if the GPS was turned off and the internet was turned off there is no way that AVG could actually do anything? Have you ever had your phone stolen? I have.... twice. Both times I have phoned it as soon as I have realised and the phone has been turned "off". I'm guessing this is because they immediately threw away the SIM card as soon as they had my phone in their possession. It's a nice idea and in a perfect world all crims would be dim, but unfortunately most aren't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Is that not all sales patter though? Surely if the GPS was turned off and the internet was turned off there is no way that AVG could actually do anything? Have you ever had your phone stolen? I have.... twice. Both times I have phoned it as soon as I have realised and the phone has been turned "off". I'm guessing this is because they immediately threw away the SIM card as soon as they had my phone in their possession. It's a nice idea and in a perfect world all crims would be dim, but unfortunately most aren't. I will test it out, with my Mates Sim ! Its Free so cannot complain! I taught I read some where that Samsung has something similar ? Cant find the samsung site for the life of me You can wipe your phone remotely, surprised Samsung dont have Icloud equivalent; Sony has had it for years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 just playing with my S-II, downloaded a few neat programs (recommened by the almighty Scott M, reference first page for details - a must do) and was wondering if andriod can be also be jailbreaked like the iphone, allowing free downloads. ive found this linky link : http://jailbreakandroid.org/ is this the process, or is there an easier method?? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 just playing with my S-II, downloaded a few neat programs (recommened by the almighty Scott M, reference first page for details - a must do) and was wondering if andriod can be also be jailbreaked like the iphone, allowing free downloads. ive found this linky link : http://jailbreakandroid.org/ is this the process, or is there an easier method?? Thanks Almost everything is free anyway bud. There's no need to jailbreak the Android as the development side isn't anywhere near as restricted as iTunes is. For every paid app there is generally a free alternative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Yes no need to "jailbreak" (actually called "rooting" on Android) just to installed "free" stuff. If you find a particular app .apk file to download somewhere then you can just install it anyway, just need to enable "unknown sources" in your application settings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Should be getting an S2 in the next few weeks, this thread has proved really usefull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin J Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Yes no need to "jailbreak" (actually called "rooting" on Android) just to installed "free" stuff. If you find a particular app .apk file to download somewhere then you can just install it anyway, just need to enable "unknown sources" in your application settings. Although I know this, I have been reluctant to attempt any .apk's that are floating around due to the question of "are they actually OK to use?". I mean... these are paid-for apps/games, hacked/whatever and released 'free' right? So what's to say the source hasn't been modified to do something nasty once it's on the handset? Is it just a case of try it and see, and find out the consequences when your phone dies or your bank gets emptied? Not to mention the morality of using them in the first place, of course... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Almost everything is free anyway bud. There's no need to jailbreak the Android as the development side isn't anywhere near as restricted as iTunes is. For every paid app there is generally a free alternative. there are themes on Go Sms that i wanted the sms applications that u recommended Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 there are themes on Go Sms that i wanted the sms applications that u recommended Yeah, but even "jailbreaking" will make no differene to that. Jailbreaking an iphone doesn't get you access to all the iTunes apps for free, it mearly gives you the ability to install non-official software. There are still lots of software via Cydia that need to be paid for. The SGII allows you to do what you like with it, within reason, right out of the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Scott, you'd be glad to know I have ordered a S2 to add to my collection. So far it feels fairly quick but the icon & layout makes me feel like I am holding an old Symbian based phone! I'll be having a good play next week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 any idea how to remove the text app and replace it with go sms? waste so much time searching for sms app when standard one is there would like to swap it over but can't find the menu to change the 4 icon menu that follows all windows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul R Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Goto applications. Press the menu button. Select edit. You can drag and drop applications to the bottom menu. Paul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted October 21, 2011 Author Share Posted October 21, 2011 any idea how to remove the text app and replace it with go sms? waste so much time searching for sms app when standard one is there would like to swap it over but can't find the menu to change the 4 icon menu that follows all windows. Post #5 under Tricks & Tips Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted October 21, 2011 Author Share Posted October 21, 2011 Scott, you'd be glad to know I have ordered a S2 to add to my collection. So far it feels fairly quick but the icon & layout makes me feel like I am holding an old Symbian based phone! I'll be having a good play next week! I don't even use the apps folder. I just use the live wallpapers for everything I need. The standard icons are a bit meh though, but I've replaced most of the standard apps with the things I want to use. Check out the wireless tether/hostpot feature though... that'll cure what ails you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 got that sms icon sorted. thanks scott. as many people are clearly not aware enough, i may repeat myself: you, are a legend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 ...thanks Scott. As many people are clearly not aware enough, I may repeat myself: you, are a legend. In his own lunchtime, certainly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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