Need a new (used) Android. $200 for Verizon...

[DatacomGuy]

Looking for recommendations..

Currently with a Bionic. Need 4G (good radio), need root'ability, tons of multimedia usage, tons of tethering, tons of email, news reading, etc. I go through quite a few charge cycles a day, its in my hand from 6am until 10pm.. but, i have access to a charger all day, so dont need a premium battery setup.

Looking at roughly $200, give or take $25. SG3? Razr variation? Rezound? Any others that i might be missing?

Can the first Sammy Note be flashed to Verizon?

 

[DROZ]

Gnex sounds like your best option if you are looking for rootability

 

[breadnatty08]

First gen Note is GSM only so you won't be able to use it on Verizon.
If you're signing a new contract and can get a discounted price the SGS3 would be a good option. Otherwise, the Gnex is your best bet.

 

[DatacomGuy]

I can't take a contract renewal, it'll have to be a CL or Swappa buy.

Doesnt the gnex have a ton of reception issues?

 

[breadnatty08]

I can't take a contract renewal, it'll have to be a CL or Swappa buy.

Doesnt the gnex have a ton of reception issues?

It's certainly not the best for reception. Mine works fine but I'm in a very strong area so I've no problems. If you're in a fringe area, I'd recommend a Moto phone.

 

[DatacomGuy]

Picked up a G3 a few days ago.. just didnt get a chance to update. Found a guy locally that let it go for $250. Really lucked out.