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If you want a stable phone that works, go Apple. I've had a smartphone since they were invented, seriously I started with the Kyocera 6035 when they came out. I currently have the iPhone 4s and its the most stable smartphone I've had. Btw I hate Apple but their stuff works and works well.
I've always preferred Android to iOS but I've gotten to the point where I think Google is downright evil. They make their money by processing information and selling it and make no bones about digging through anything passing through their servers. In contrast, Apple makes its money selling hardware enabled by slick software but at the end of the day, it's about the hardware. I'm inclined these days to swap from my Android to an iPhone although I'm waiting to see if there's an announcement coming for the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini (new smartphones are getting way too big IMO).
I'll give you an example that I'm familiar with:Quote:
Originally Posted by sniper7
I was having an engine problem with my 2004 Tahoe. I wanted to diagnose and repair the problem myself, I was on Android. A friend of mine was also having a problem that he wanted to diagnose and repair himself on his Honda, he was on iPhone.
I was able to buy a generic OBD2 scan tool on Amazon ($24) that connects to the phone via bluetooth. I connected the OBD2 scan tool to my test port under the dash and was easily able to pair the scan tool to my phone via bluetooth. I was able to use a free version of the Android Torque application to then diagnose, I repaired the problem (engine coolant sensor - $25), and reset the trouble code in the truck's ECM. I found the Torque app to be so cool I ended up buying the full version which was about $9 or $10 if I remember correctly.
My friend on iPhone attempted to do the same. He could never get the device to pair to the phone. After much research he found out that not all bluetooth devices are enabled for connection to the iPhone. Headsets are pretty much wide open, but to use something other than the headset requires approval from Apple (equals $$ from developer for Apple to support their bluetooth stack). The Apple software to do the same functions that I did ran somewhere in the neighborhood of $40 from the App store + you had to buy their OBD2 scan tool which was enabled to work with the iPhone which was about another $100. He ended up using his Android tablet to do the job.
On Android I easily have the ability to get apps outside of the Google App Store. I get free apps of the day or discounted apps through the Amazon app store, for example. "Free" doesn't fly on Apple iPhones, unless you jail break them.
Apple isn't about flexibility or freedom. You get what they have. Apple takes the approach that if they don't have it, you didn't really need it. I'm of the opinion that I paid for the damn phone, it's mine, and I want to do with it what I want.
The one that doesn't cost $30 to call tech support.
For the price the 4S is probably the way to go. Has most of the same features as the 5, but you have a 0.3" smaller screen and a slower processor than the 5...if those two things are worth the extra money to you..,then get a 5.
I came from the Droid life....never gonna go back.
Get the latest and most expensive, -anything else and the cool kids will snicker at you.
-my flip-phone (that was free for signing the contract) is from 2005.
I LOVE my 5. It's a pretty slick piece of kit.
The flexibility of the operating system is what the peeps are talking about. Both allow you to do basic configuration changes, such as set a picture for your home and lock screen, assigning sounds, adding aps, etc, etc.... The difference is that an Android OS allows you more customization choices by enabling advanced settings that apple phones do not have, or at the very least are not exposed without Jail breaking the phone, "topic for another day". Now, while you may think ultimate customization is the key, keep in mind that there is a point of no return. I can't tell you how many hours I spent trying to figure out why my daughter’s galaxy was eating away at the battery. She had customized that thing so much it was a damn slug, granted it looked cool, but shit, I could never get it to run right again. Pain in the ass! If you’re a tech head, and love to play with features and functions till your blue in the face, the Android is your buddy.. Apple phones just flat work, the interface is smooth and works well, and has in my opinion more than enough customizable features. Some say the Android apps are better, and there are more free ones to choose from, well to each his own. I will however say I doubt you will find an Apple owner who cant find an app he or she is looking for, or one that cant meet there needs. You mentioned you had an ipad, why go through the brain damage with another OS when you’re already there? Just my 2 cents worth....Quote:
Originally Posted by sniper7
[Beer]
my Iphone4 gets the job done
I have the magpul iPhone 5 case. Got it off eBay. Love it!Quote:
Originally Posted by Blockhead