Hi Lemmy,

I’m in the market for a new phone as my galaxy S10+ that I’ve had for ~5 years has a dying screen. I haven’t really been paying attention to the market in the same number of years, so I"m not sure what to go for and I would really appreciate your recommendations!

Some info:

  • My budget is definitely no more than 700 EUR (preferably under 500, but I’m willing to make concessions)
  • I’m expecting to buy refurbished to save money, so the device need not be from this generation
  • I prioritize:
    • a high quality panel with high refresh rate, could be nice with LTPO
    • Hardware that is at least as capable as the S10+
    • All-day battery life
    • Preferably flat screen

I don’t really care about the camera, I’m sure most these days are serviceable for the few pictures I take.

I’m very interested in the Nothing phone 2, but it’s just at the edge of my price range so I’m trying to see if I can find something that scratches the same itch, both in specs and form factor (but I’m sure that’s too much to ask). Any advice would be appreciated!

  • angelsomethingEnglish
    6•8 months ago

    I very recently got myself the nothing phone 2 and can highly recommend it. It looks great, is rather unique in terms of design and well polished overall. I had a S20+ for the past 4 years and I’m glad I got this model. The cameras are good, the battery ample, and the screen is really gorgeous.

    • @[email protected]OPEnglish
      3•8 months ago

      Which color did you get, and how do you like it? I’m really leaning towards this option.

      • angelsomethingEnglish
        3•8 months ago

        Got the white one because the back just looks dope in white, and most of the quirks I am experiencing are related to my custom launcher and android 14. Overall, it’s such a great device. Looks gorgeous and the gliphy LED really stand out for design. The OS interface is also really futuristic - and the ringtones and notification sounds ! and I dig that a lot. The screen is just amazing. Overall, I’m a really happy bunny with it.

        • @[email protected]OPEnglish
          2•8 months ago

          Thanks for the reply! I think I’m going to pull the trigger on the white one as well. Can’t wait!

          • angelsomethingEnglish
            1•8 months ago

            I also got the ear (2) and they sound good, not to mention they also look cool for the price. I love the little cool sound they make for the various functions. But that was only because the buds + I bought in 2020 started to be funny. So I YOLO’d and got them. Overall super curated experience. I wish I had gotten the case for the phone as it looks so pristine I’m worried my clumsyness will scratch its beauty