> It just aggravates me that Google doesn't acknowledge the issue. I guess my point is that "the issue" might not be storage deterioration (for which you'd be

> It just aggravates me that Google doesn't acknowledge the issue. I guess my point is that "the issue" might not be storage deterioration (for which you'd be inclined to blame Google, or Samsung). Perhaps the ROM you're using (sent to you by your carrier, right?) is the issue. If the custom ROM solves your problem, you'll both a) learn that the issue wasn't storage degradation, and b) make your phone usable. Again, if you're considering getting a new phone anyway (because it's slow), it's worth a shot. And it's kinda fun to hack into your phone, anyway, right?