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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 12, 2010 9:41:57 GMT -6
I am thinking about upgrading my phone. I currently have a Razr and have had it for 4 years. I want some CPS and other new modern shit. I use my current phone for call out or someone call in and nothing else.
So which is better the iPhone or the Android? My service is with AT&T and I have no intentions of ch-ch-changing it since I have been with them for over 15 years.
Joe
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Post by ♥ COVID-19♥ on Jul 12, 2010 10:10:54 GMT -6
Just don't get a Palm Pre. I've seen some people do some serious damage with that shit.
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 12, 2010 12:19:26 GMT -6
They're both excellent, Joe, and you can't go wrong with either choice. It's sort of like the PC vs. Mac debate. It depends on what you like.
Here's my personal opinion on the matter: Both can do a lot of things: email, web browsing, GPS applications, document creation and editing, videos, etc.
The main differences are that the iPhone is pretty much ready to go out of the box: there is very little customization to worry about or mistakes to make. You can download apps, but only apps approved by Apple.
Andriod, on the other hand, is more geared toward the tinkerer: you can customize it to your heart's content, ch-ch-change the interface around, get apps from anyone who cares to write them, etc. There are also many, many choices of phones in different form factors: bar, slider, flip, etc.
So what it comes down to is, what is more important to you? Freedom of choice, or ease of use.
Oh, one other thing: before you decide on going the smart-phone route at all, be aware that battery life is going to go to hell. My RAZR would last a week on a charge. A smartphone of any type is going to need recharging every night.
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Post by nolaflacav on Jul 12, 2010 12:26:52 GMT -6
I need to make this choice at the end of the year. In the interim we are switching to AT&T right now to accommodate 2 other family members who want/need the iPhone now.
I was in the Apple Store playing with the iPhone on Saturday. One of the things that I really did not like was the virtual keyboard. It was too small for my liking and I kept making way too many mistakes.
I would strongly suggest hitting the store(s) and putting the prospective phones in your hands and try them out.
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 12, 2010 12:55:58 GMT -6
Absolutely, NOLA. You need to get your paws on a device to know if you will like it.
Another advantage for Android: you can carry a spare battery and stick it in if you run out of juice, say on a busy travel day with lots of internet access. iPhone batteries are not removable, so you would need to find an outlet and plug it in.
Another advantage for Android: if you use any Google on-line applications (Gmail, Picasa, YouTube, Google Docs, Google Calendar, etc.) they are automatically there on your phone. No manual "syncing" necessary; it all happens on its own. This includes your Gmail contacts and email addresses and phone numbers too.
(Not that I'm trying to steer you toward Android; it's just that I know its advantages more than I know the iPhone advantages)
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Post by ♥ COVID-19♥ on Jul 12, 2010 13:04:14 GMT -6
In addition to the hit on the battery life, that "new modern shit" might kill you, also -- if you start using that stuff with any degree of regularity, I imagine you could get sticker shock when you see your bill if you exceed your monthly messaging and data allowances ... especially true if you're used to using your cell phone just for calls.
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 12, 2010 13:16:39 GMT -6
Good point, but it depends on your plan. I have unlimited voice and data for one flat fee, so no surprises to worry about. I believe I read that ATT eliminated their unlimited data plan, but that the included amount of data is more than 95% of their customers ever use. They were just trying to throttle the "abusers."
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Post by Ardbeg... innit on Jul 12, 2010 13:31:59 GMT -6
Ive heard that the iPhone is not the easiest to actually make phone calls from... not that many people do that anymore.
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 12, 2010 13:39:23 GMT -6
Of course the most important issue is, how does it look in your cleavage?
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Post by Exildo Wonsetler Briggs III on Jul 12, 2010 21:08:41 GMT -6
Another advantage for Android: you can carry a spare battery and stick it in if you run out of juice, say on a busy travel day with lots of internet access. iPhone batteries are not removable, so you would need to find an outlet and plug it in. Jake: The original iPhone battery sucked. No doubt about it. However, you can get a battery booster that simply plugs into the charging port and gives you extra battery life. No problem. It's just like having an extra battery and plugging it in. ..........Bob |
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Post by Exildo Wonsetler Briggs III on Jul 12, 2010 21:12:02 GMT -6
Ive heard that the iPhone is not the easiest to actually make phone calls from... not that many people do that anymore. Huh?? WTF?? Tapping the screen ONCE to make a call is hard?? Sometimes that's all it takes. If you're not in my contact log, I actually have to dial a number. Image that!! .........Bob |
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 12, 2010 23:43:46 GMT -6
Well, I'm glad we have an iPhone user here to keep the discussion fair and balanced!
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Post by Ardbeg... innit on Jul 13, 2010 7:01:35 GMT -6
My understanding was that the phone calling mode was difficult to get to from other modes or apps. I stand corrected.
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Post by ♥ COVID-19♥ on Jul 13, 2010 8:37:02 GMT -6
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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 13, 2010 8:51:32 GMT -6
Thanks everyone. Some good points to consider. I am heading to the AT&T store tomorrow afternoon to see what they have, hold the sucker in my hand, and check out the plans. Will let you know what I decide to do or not to do.
I am trying to eliminate my portable(spelling correction) lap top. I don't use it that much plus it is starting to get out dated and I thought a smart phone might solve my problems.
Joe
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Post by ♥ COVID-19♥ on Jul 13, 2010 9:01:49 GMT -6
You have a laptop that you can drink? Can't imagine why you'd want to get rid of one of those ...
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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 13, 2010 9:40:53 GMT -6
It's new. I going to start marketing it as soon as I get home from Seattle.
Joe
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Post by innit Geezer on Jul 14, 2010 17:03:27 GMT -6
The Palm Pre works well and the cell reception is top notch. I can be almost anywhere and it works fine. The Goggle connection is vital to me because I use the calendar for everything.
The Pre however lacks the app selection of the others but I only found one that I liked or need anyway.
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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 14, 2010 23:49:10 GMT -6
I went to the AT&T store today to get my new phone. I decided on the Android style, but it wasn't that easy.
First after I got there at 2:30 this afternoon I had to wait for 25 minutes for a sales person. Fuckers don't staff enough people. The young man that I finally helped me was very knowledgeable and answered my questions. Once I decided I said I'll take that one, with this plan, a case, and a car charger. My mind was made up. I liked the look, the feel, and it would do everything I wanted. The guys says "we don't have any of those in stock so check back in a week". After waiting 25 minutes and then another 20 to 30 minutes looking at phones he tells me they don't have it in stock. WTF do you mean none in stock!!!!!!!!! This is the one you recommend to me you little shit head. If you don't have any in the store why tell me about it? So out the door I go.
We have only have two AT&T stores close. So I drive to the other side of Santa Rosa about 10 miles, go to the other AT&T store walk in an the guy says, "it will be a half to an hour wait". Fuck you son and out the door I go. So no new phone.
We leave tomorrow for vacation so maybe when I get to Seattle on Friday I'll find a store there or just wait until I get home. I'll let you know.
Joe(who just wanted to buy a phone not get jerked around)
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Post by ♥ COVID-19♥ on Jul 15, 2010 9:01:20 GMT -6
Do you not have any Verizon stores nearby? They sell Droids and you should be able to keep your old number. Not sure if the "shortage" is more marketing hype than reality, but there are supposedly many folks switching, so that *could* account for the low stock: Testing the Android Waters |
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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 15, 2010 12:02:34 GMT -6
Went back to the AT&T store this morning when they opened at 9:00AM. Talked with the manager and he set me up. Changed my mind and went with the iPhone 3GS. It has more things set up and I don't have to fuck with it so much.(It makes my life more simple that way) He also set up some other apps for me. Lets see how it work. I have 30 days to return if I don't like it.
Joe
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 15, 2010 13:31:56 GMT -6
Good choice. If you see it as "having to fuck with it" rather than "getting to play around with it," the iPhone is probably your best option.
Also, good choice on the 3GS rather than the new 4th gen one. That seems to be having lots of problems.
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Post by Chicago Jake on Jul 15, 2010 14:07:15 GMT -6
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Post by Merlot Joe on Jul 15, 2010 14:27:52 GMT -6
Also, good choice on the 3GS rather than the new 4th gen one. That seems to be having lots of problems. As I was going buy it this morning a news report came on about the problems they have been having and the new iphone 4. t Apple has call for a new conference on Friday about the 4th generation phone. That helped me make up my mind right there. Joe |
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