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Seriously?
Some (possible) leaked info about the S3 here: http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/45449/samsung-galaxy-s3-specs-revealed-leaked-service-manual
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Samsung Galaxy S2 vs HTC One X vs Sony Xperia S
- Thread starter S'hampton Seagull
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GOM
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That is the Google way, supply for free and make your money through advertising.
It can't be that bad a model, it seems to be the one you have adopted for NSC.
Wipe the floor in what way? Because it says on the box that it is faster? If the applications don't work, quite often this is because of the application developer, not the phone. Trust me, I have been working on a mobile application for my company, the iPhone application was simple, and works. The Android version is a nightmare, no consistant screen sizes, resolutions, consistency. Added to that the app store on Android is rife with malware and all sorts, because it's not regulated like the Apple App Store.
People will stick with what they know. Android users are loyal to Android. Apple users are loyal to Apple.
Fair point, although I've moved from iPhone to Android, tried moving back & didn't like it, much of the time there is no point in learning a whole new navigation method, especially when you've already invested cash in apps that you can take to the next phone.
you are almost guaranteed to be able to take your iphone apps between devices, but there is ambiguity on Android. GalaxyS2 is the most popular Android phone so most apps work for that, the other two are also the next best so also a safe bet on Android.
Moving between iPhones and Android is basically a budget thing mixed with convenience and what you already know. Most people move away from Apple to spend less and own their own music which is budget as well as control.
Android however is more high maintenance in exchange for the extra control you get over your phone and your media
beardy gull
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I've only had mine for a few hours but so far......very much "this". Came with some very nice beats headphones too....which was nice.
S'hampton Seagull
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Apparently the Samsung Galaxy S3 is being inveiled today, so will have to look out for deals on that one.
Scarface
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I'm trying to decide between the HTC and Samsung as well. Tesco in store have a One X free on £27p/m O2 contract but expect the S3 to be at least £5 more. Anyone ever bought from e2save.com or are they a bit dodgy? They have a One X for free on a £21p/m T-mobile contract with up to 1.5Gb data allowance!
Tough choice but they sound so close spec-wise that the HTC wins?
Tough choice but they sound so close spec-wise that the HTC wins?
S'hampton Seagull
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I think I'll end up with the One X as well. The S3 looks great, but I want at least 500mb data and the lowest price I've found so far for that is £31 p/m, which I'm not willing to pay.
DarrenFreemansPerm
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How big is the HTC? I'm aware the S3 is mahoosive!!
Colossal Squid
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Why has a thread about the comparative merits of three current gen Android handsets descended into a petty squabble over how iPhone users justify paying so much more for comparable hardware?
Seriously this debate has been done TO DEATH.
You WILL pay more for an iPhone than an Android handset. The apps on the iPhone will cost you MORE because there are far fewer free apps and games than on Android.
Both iOS and Android are very capable and pretty mobile operating systems. Which you prefer is down to personal preference. HOWEVER there is no comparison when it comes to cost. They do the same things but Apple devices are MORE EXPENSIVE, every time.
iPhone users/Apple fanboys need to accept that they are paying a premium for their devices. Nobody is slating them as poor devices, they're not. They're just MORE EXPENSIVE for the same features. There's nothing wrong with brand loyalty and being happy to pay more for a name you like/trust, but don't start trying to justify the extra money you've spent by criticising the competition.
Seriously this debate has been done TO DEATH.
You WILL pay more for an iPhone than an Android handset. The apps on the iPhone will cost you MORE because there are far fewer free apps and games than on Android.
Both iOS and Android are very capable and pretty mobile operating systems. Which you prefer is down to personal preference. HOWEVER there is no comparison when it comes to cost. They do the same things but Apple devices are MORE EXPENSIVE, every time.
iPhone users/Apple fanboys need to accept that they are paying a premium for their devices. Nobody is slating them as poor devices, they're not. They're just MORE EXPENSIVE for the same features. There's nothing wrong with brand loyalty and being happy to pay more for a name you like/trust, but don't start trying to justify the extra money you've spent by criticising the competition.
This is NSC, it's what we do
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I guess the actual handset is very similar in size too? Oh what to do......
fataddick
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Just discovered I can now upgrade from my Galaxy S1. Should really hang on for the S3 but the size of that thing based on the released dimensions seems ridiculous. The only decent thing of a sensible size my provider does is iPhone 4S, but I hate Apple with a vengeance. So now I'm tempted to stick with what I've got, but on the other hand I'm skint and could flog my S1 for £150 on eBay if I upgraded. I'm all confused grrr...
fataddick
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Side-by-side comparison video (re size etc) here: Samsung Galaxy S3 V HTC One X: Which Would You Choose?
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Cool, cheers for that. I can't view the video at the moment and I guess it's because i'm using an iPhone?
I've read that the S3 is the same as the S2 but with a quad core. So I'd assume less battery life, like the HTC one.
I've got a mate who's just got an HTC one (he's also a STH in the north) and he gets over a day out of the battery and won't say a bad thing about it.
there are some very cool Android apps coming out to make full use of quad core, so you may as well get one if you're on the market.
stuff includes: multiple desktop windows, dual boot with Linux, split screen and more.
I'm holding onto my S2 for another year but I've got mates with Galaxy Notes and the ICS with decent hardware can do some awesome things.
If you've not had an iphone before and u'r used to Android, don't get an iPhone, It'll bleed you dry.
Android can do more but initially it's a bit more complecated because of it. Once u'r used to it iPhones feel like kids toys in comparison.
I've got a mate who's just got an HTC one (he's also a STH in the north) and he gets over a day out of the battery and won't say a bad thing about it.
there are some very cool Android apps coming out to make full use of quad core, so you may as well get one if you're on the market.
stuff includes: multiple desktop windows, dual boot with Linux, split screen and more.
I'm holding onto my S2 for another year but I've got mates with Galaxy Notes and the ICS with decent hardware can do some awesome things.
If you've not had an iphone before and u'r used to Android, don't get an iPhone, It'll bleed you dry.
Android can do more but initially it's a bit more complecated because of it. Once u'r used to it iPhones feel like kids toys in comparison.
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djlazyness
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Htc x!!!
I would suggest that you get an HTC One X. I am quite a geek to be honest with you and this year alone I have gone through 5 handset already and my newest and I can see being the phone I am going to stick with for a long time is the HTC one x. My girlfriend has an iphone and my htc one x can do everything that thing can do and a lot more. whatever you are into or want a phone to do this phone will do it and you will find an app for it and so far I have not found any app with will not run. Also htc is on aroid i do not know what the other phones are on but a lot of app on the market place are free
I would suggest that you get an HTC One X. I am quite a geek to be honest with you and this year alone I have gone through 5 handset already and my newest and I can see being the phone I am going to stick with for a long time is the HTC one x. My girlfriend has an iphone and my htc one x can do everything that thing can do and a lot more. whatever you are into or want a phone to do this phone will do it and you will find an app for it and so far I have not found any app with will not run. Also htc is on aroid i do not know what the other phones are on but a lot of app on the market place are free
Seagull Steve
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I love my Galaxy S2, and reading the reports from the experts, the S3 is not a better phone or at least not worth the extra dollar. But like anything it is personal choice. My son has an iphone and swears by it. I just prefer the flexibility of Android, especially now you can update from android 2 to android 4 on the galaxy 2.