So, smartphones are seemingly the current fads now and I unfortunately have been sucked in too. I would like to change my phone to a smartphone, only because right now I'm annoyed by the constant bugs that my current phone has. So, I'm sure you rich wealthy LPSG-ians in here have experiences in buying a smartphone. What brands would you choose? iPhone or Samsung? What model? Why?
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D_BenJo_Ahanakokolele
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Just go for the iPhone or Windows phone. They both have pretty good features and when it comes to price... make a plan with sprint.... if you want service then stick with Verizon. AT&T is shit.
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I'm a fan of Samsug Galaxy IIIS
not really an apple fan (I'm more into bananas) Hahahha!
not really an apple fan (I'm more into bananas) Hahahha!
To be honest, people in my life have advised me against Apply, saying that it's not worth the price we paid. But none of them has an iPhone, so not sure if it's them being biased or it's true.
OK, my priorities are camera (it has to be good), it has a big space for me to keep my songs and photos, it has long battery life, and it's easy to be connected to other devices such as when transferring photos into my laptop that has Windows operation system.
OK, my priorities are camera (it has to be good), it has a big space for me to keep my songs and photos, it has long battery life, and it's easy to be connected to other devices such as when transferring photos into my laptop that has Windows operation system.
D_BenJo_Ahanakokolele
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then get the latest window phone...
My iphone works well for me since I'm on a mac... camera is great and although battery life is not like amazing... it works for me since most of the day I turn off my phone when I'm at work or in a meeting.
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Don't listen to the folks telling you to use specific carriers. You're in Maylaysia, which means their suggestions likely aren't relevant over there.
As for the smartphones, the major operating systems are iOS, Android and Windows Phone. Each has similar features, and capabilities, and offers the ability to connect to any Windows computer.
iOS is run on iPhones. It's unique to Apple devices. And it's very good system. Primary negatives are that it is a closed system, and is unique to a single platform, but the popularity of the platform allows it to be a major player. It's also designed to be extremely intuitive...many of my clients complain it is not intuitive, because they're used to having to *use* their brains, and they try too hard.
Windows Phone is a relatively unpopular option with a tiny market share, but it does have a few benefits. The tiled interface is consistent with Windows 8, and integration is extremely simple. It is also designed to be very customizable. Beyond that, I've not used a Windows phone since switching over to Android.
Android is probably the most popular system out there. It uses an open software architecture that makes development simple, and runs on multiple platforms. Unlike the iPhone which provides a rich interface with little depth, Android provides depth but without the enforced consistency in the user interface.
For my use, Android is the superior system. It's almost *literally* like carrying a laptop around with me. Amazing devices, with an amazing OS. (Android is based on LINUX) But, in your position, I would look at both iPhone and Android systems.
As for the exact phone recommendation, Samsungs are amazing. But if you break the screen it is a very expensive repair...look at repair costs, as well, because those gigantic screens become increasingly fragile, and increasingly expensive, the larger they get. iPhone screens are laughably small, but comparatively inexpensive to replace.
HTC is another very good manufacturer, and so is Motorola.
As for the smartphones, the major operating systems are iOS, Android and Windows Phone. Each has similar features, and capabilities, and offers the ability to connect to any Windows computer.
iOS is run on iPhones. It's unique to Apple devices. And it's very good system. Primary negatives are that it is a closed system, and is unique to a single platform, but the popularity of the platform allows it to be a major player. It's also designed to be extremely intuitive...many of my clients complain it is not intuitive, because they're used to having to *use* their brains, and they try too hard.
Windows Phone is a relatively unpopular option with a tiny market share, but it does have a few benefits. The tiled interface is consistent with Windows 8, and integration is extremely simple. It is also designed to be very customizable. Beyond that, I've not used a Windows phone since switching over to Android.
Android is probably the most popular system out there. It uses an open software architecture that makes development simple, and runs on multiple platforms. Unlike the iPhone which provides a rich interface with little depth, Android provides depth but without the enforced consistency in the user interface.
For my use, Android is the superior system. It's almost *literally* like carrying a laptop around with me. Amazing devices, with an amazing OS. (Android is based on LINUX) But, in your position, I would look at both iPhone and Android systems.
As for the exact phone recommendation, Samsungs are amazing. But if you break the screen it is a very expensive repair...look at repair costs, as well, because those gigantic screens become increasingly fragile, and increasingly expensive, the larger they get. iPhone screens are laughably small, but comparatively inexpensive to replace.
HTC is another very good manufacturer, and so is Motorola.
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I have the Samsung Infuse, but my next one will be the Samsung Galaxy (whatever number they will be on when I next renew.) I've had HTC phones and I know people with iPhones. All phones have pluses and minuses that you should analyze to see what fits you the best. The Samsung products work best for me. I like the larger screen size over the iPhone.
I've had Verizon, Sprint and AT&T over the past 13 years and I like AT&T the best. Verizon has inflated prices when buying their phones and Sprint didn't have great coverage where I live. So far, the only place I haven't have coverage with AT&T was the middle of my trip to my folks'.
I've had Verizon, Sprint and AT&T over the past 13 years and I like AT&T the best. Verizon has inflated prices when buying their phones and Sprint didn't have great coverage where I live. So far, the only place I haven't have coverage with AT&T was the middle of my trip to my folks'.
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Personally... I have tried the androids and I think they suck.
They are already suffering from fragmentation and that is only going to get worse.
Another consideration is Apps. iPhone has more, and far better apps to chose from.
Developers prefer to develop for the iPhone, because it is a controlled hardware/OS and so easier and more cost effective.
As to cost... you can get iPhone 4S pretty cheap, now that the 5 is out.
but, really... you need to think strategically... think about your computer future...
What system do you see yourself running?
If you plan to run an Apple computer, or an iPad, then get an Apple iPhone.
If you run Windows, then get a windows phone.
A windows phone is never going to sync as effortlessly to an Apple computer... and vice versa.
So think about your phone as a part of your overall data system.
Pick the phone that will dovetail best with how you intend to be computing.
They are already suffering from fragmentation and that is only going to get worse.
Another consideration is Apps. iPhone has more, and far better apps to chose from.
Developers prefer to develop for the iPhone, because it is a controlled hardware/OS and so easier and more cost effective.
As to cost... you can get iPhone 4S pretty cheap, now that the 5 is out.
but, really... you need to think strategically... think about your computer future...
What system do you see yourself running?
If you plan to run an Apple computer, or an iPad, then get an Apple iPhone.
If you run Windows, then get a windows phone.
A windows phone is never going to sync as effortlessly to an Apple computer... and vice versa.
So think about your phone as a part of your overall data system.
Pick the phone that will dovetail best with how you intend to be computing.
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Galaxy Note here as well.
Unless you have poor eyesight this phone can play the role of phone and tablet in one device.
I still wish HTC would release a comparable phablet but until they do I'm sold on the Galaxy Note.
As far as platforms go I recommend Android. They have nearly as many apps as apple and more flexibilìty of usage. Plus they integrate just fine with windows.
Apple is still dragging their feet on NFC when they could, and should have had it two iterations ago. So much for innovation.
Windows phones may integrate well with windows8 but has an embarrassingly small app selection. Might as well get a blackberry.
Unless you have poor eyesight this phone can play the role of phone and tablet in one device.
I still wish HTC would release a comparable phablet but until they do I'm sold on the Galaxy Note.
As far as platforms go I recommend Android. They have nearly as many apps as apple and more flexibilìty of usage. Plus they integrate just fine with windows.
Apple is still dragging their feet on NFC when they could, and should have had it two iterations ago. So much for innovation.
Windows phones may integrate well with windows8 but has an embarrassingly small app selection. Might as well get a blackberry.
Put apple and samsung aside, u may of not heard of this brand but if u want a decent phone for under 100 quid that runs on android go for a huawei ascend g 300, you'll be very suprised at the performance and value for money!
Huawei claim to be bigger than apple within the next 5 years and will no doubt will dominate the market with their well performing, cost effective and reliable products.
Huawei claim to be bigger than apple within the next 5 years and will no doubt will dominate the market with their well performing, cost effective and reliable products.
I think you can`t be wrong with SAMSUNG. No wonder APPLE lost their minds about it.
I use LG L5 and for what I need, I can tell you that`s a good phone. But if I had money, I would get the latest SAMSUNG phone without thinking.
Sorry, but I have never met an answering device cleverer than I. "Hello, is that you....CUNT"? It's just a fucking phone.
I have been using them since the late 80's....and yes i have come to see or view them as cunts of things. They were big, then they went small, now they are big cunts again, with cameras.
I have been using them since the late 80's....and yes i have come to see or view them as cunts of things. They were big, then they went small, now they are big cunts again, with cameras.
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I have found after working for both Verizon and AT&T that both companies have customers that hate their service, their phones, or just hate that company for any varied of reasons. Truth is AT&T and Verizon own almost all or damn near close to all of the wireless service in this country. Truth is if you have a phone and service not with AT&T and Verizon and it works really well then you are lucky as hell and should cherish in that fact.
I use to get calls about people leaving for Verizon for AT&T and vice versa because one or the other was cheaper. They are both about the same because they mimic each other so that one does not have an advantage over the other. I will say though the fact that Verizon & AT&T have done away with their unlimited data plan has really irritated a shit load of people. I added it up yesterday how much it would cost if I were to upgrade to a new phone(and if I do I would lose my current plan which has unlimited data) it would cost me roughly $160 a month. For one phone with the current data and plans Verizon has it would be $160 a month. For a cell phone. That's outrageous. I used 12mb of data last month the highest plan verizon has is 10mb. What the hell.
So I'll keep my phone and enjoy the plan I have and I leave you all with this tidbit::
I Got Verizon To Restore My Unlimited Data With An Amusing EECB
I use to get calls about people leaving for Verizon for AT&T and vice versa because one or the other was cheaper. They are both about the same because they mimic each other so that one does not have an advantage over the other. I will say though the fact that Verizon & AT&T have done away with their unlimited data plan has really irritated a shit load of people. I added it up yesterday how much it would cost if I were to upgrade to a new phone(and if I do I would lose my current plan which has unlimited data) it would cost me roughly $160 a month. For one phone with the current data and plans Verizon has it would be $160 a month. For a cell phone. That's outrageous. I used 12mb of data last month the highest plan verizon has is 10mb. What the hell.
So I'll keep my phone and enjoy the plan I have and I leave you all with this tidbit::
I Got Verizon To Restore My Unlimited Data With An Amusing EECB
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