Hi, at last I could be able to collect some money around 850$. Now, I want to buy a smartphone. I am biased for Android since I don't have a Mac and I want to develop on it. Which phone do you suggest? Currently, I am between Samsung Note, Galaxy 2 and Nexus.
You (supposedly, I haven't looked into it) can develop for iOS on a windows or linux machine. (I believe the Unreal dev kit works like that - you must develop from a windows machine.) If you're willing to figure out how to do that, I'd suggest an iphone.
If you're set on android, then my recommendation is to get a Nexus.
The Nexus is 599 with a 24 month contract? That is definitely not worth it. The Galaxy II is supposed to get the 4.0 upgrade, the not will most likely get it as well. I'd say if you don't want a gigantic phone, go with the $99 Galaxy 2. If you want a phone so large that it doubles as a tablet, go for the Note. If it is $599, I wouldn't recommend the Galaxy Nexus unless it is off contract.
I totally agree on you. I have some concerns about the update issue so for resolution, I am planning to wait the start of January. Today, there was news about update is very likely. If it is the case, I will go for Galaxy II. Moreover, I have already asked Nexus, it wasn't on the stock now.
I understand that you like your computer, but you should determine what platform you want to develop for, and then make your decision based on that. If you want to develop for the iPhone, having a cheap second computer is a viable option.
If you're set on android, then my recommendation is to get a Nexus.