firefoxUSSR Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 This. I screw around with other people's iPhones to check out its capabilities and hand it back terribly disappointed. Just way too limited and basic for the things I've found I can do with my Nexus. Nexus is drugs. Love mine too. I had the the 3G, the 3GS, and the 4. None of them hold a candle to my Galaxy Nexus. And I'm multi-Mac owner/user. That said, I like OS X with all its linux-like nature but I cannot abide iOS. It seems like to do any function it's twelve taps to do the same thing Jelly Bean does with one swipe/gesture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burntoutat22 Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I'm a huge HTC fan/Android fan and I had followed the One closely after it was announced. I've held one and if you like iPhones for their constuction/build quality/feel, but you like Android, then the HTC One is the phone for you. The phone is gorgeous and it is a BEAST under the "hood". If you're already an Android user, I would not recommend going into an iPhone, as you would most definitely hate it. I work at Sprint, and though the iPhone 5 is a pretty solid phone, those who are used to Android tend to return the iPhone when switching to OSX because of how limited it is compared to Android. Overall, I recommend the HTC One right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxonviolons Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 This. I screw around with other people's iPhones to check out its capabilities and hand it back terribly disappointed. Just way too limited and basic for the things I've found I can do with my Nexus. Totally. I hold that iPhone for a couple seconds and it's just so..."this is it?" The top model Androids are like a high tech gadget tool combined with a mobile computer in your hands. Even some of the "i" loyal co-workers I have say they like the Android models a lot, adding that the camera on the S3 is fantastic. I'm so used to my big screen I'm not sure how people even read what their iPhones say... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Totally. I hold that iPhone for a couple seconds and it's just so..."this is it?" The top model Androids are like a high tech gadget tool combined with a mobile computer in your hands. Even some of the "i" loyal co-workers I have say they like the Android models a lot, adding that the camera on the S3 is fantastic. I'm so used to my big screen I'm not sure how people even read what their iPhones say... I must be getting older because I think I can use an even larger screen than the Nexus that I currently have. I might be going the route of the phablet sooner than later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviex2shoes Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 So based on what you said before I think you answered the question for yourself when you said you don't use your phone for anything but text, and calls basically, and use the iPod touch for everything else. Sounds like you'd be extremely happy with the iPhone 5. I am however in the same boat as you and I have to say your experience with Android was flawed from the start, your issue is your phone specifically. I have the Droid Bionic and its just a terrible phone however with the recent Jelly Bean update its a lot better than it was. However I feel you on the issues of this phone. I too have considering the same S4 or iPhone whatever is out when I decide, but I'm leaning towards the S4 since the almost 2 years since the Bionic was released I feel like the technology has just improved. My wife has the Samsung Galaxy Nexus and she absolutely loves the thing so much so she's not planning on getting a new phone. If by any chance the HTC One ever made it to Verizon I would probably grab that over the S4 though. Ultimately its up to you but I think your poor experience with the Bionic is just leaving a bad taste in your mouth for all of Android which it should but I think/know Android is so much better than what the Bionic offers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I've had the S3 since August '12, I think. Around that time, anyways...this is the first phone I'm content with having for the 2 year contract There are enough customization to keep my busy for a while. Also, the amount of technology crammed in this thing will keep it current enough for a 2 year span. Shitty Rambo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebiglebowski Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Probably this fall. September. 5S or 6? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Good question, no care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 anyone with an s4, have you had any issues with your camera failing? how do I fix this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 iPhone > everything else. I can never understand why people want giant droid phones. Guess you're not accustom to carrying anything of considerable size in your pants ZING! Enjoy your fugly Easter icons and folders! anyone with an s4, have you had any issues with your camera failing? how do I fix this? Did a quick search on XDA for ya. Seems like the Camera needs a firmware upgrade (check About Device in your settings for any OTA updates first). If that doesn't do anything you can flash this fix: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2302804 Note that you will need to root your device, but having an unrooted Android device is like riding a bike with training wheels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Guess you're not accustom to carrying anything of considerable size in your pants ZING! Enjoy your fugly Easter icons and folders! Did a quick search on XDA for ya. Seems like the Camera needs a firmware upgrade (check About Device in your settings for any OTA updates first). If that doesn't do anything you can flash this fix: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2302804 Note that you will need to root your device, but having an unrooted Android device is like riding a bike with training wheels! What are you running? Device, ROM, kernal... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 What are you running? Device, ROM, kernal... GS3 with BonestockROM 2.0, I actually prefer the stock kernel with scripts opposed to any custom kernels. OC/UV was worth the hassle back when the Droid X was around but the current stock hardware and power management is fine IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbruise Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Nice, I'll look into Bonestock. I've been running stock for a few months now, just felt like switching back I guess. I ran Paranoidandroid for a good while, loved it. Along with the Ktoonz (sp?) kernal. But yeah, I've been kind of wanting to mess around with another ROM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Bonestock is very similar to regular stock without all the bloat and useless crap. Basically it's a drastically cleaned/souped up version of the original OS. I suggest flashing the corresponding AOSP theme over it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyacrash Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Bonestock is very similar to regular stock without all the bloat and useless crap. Basically it's a drastically cleaned/souped up version of the original OS. I suggest flashing the corresponding AOSP theme over it. I've never understood using AOSP themes on touchwiz roms. Why don't you just use an AOSP rom? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 I've never understood using AOSP themes on touchwiz roms. Why don't you just use an AOSP rom? Because there are several Touchwiz features I regularly use that would be removed if I used something like CM10.1. The only lacking feature I'd want from an AOSP ROM is cLock, but giving up usability for a widget is dumb as hell if you ask me. Besides, who's to say there won't be a 4.2.2. TW OTA someday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyacrash Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Because there are several Touchwiz features I regularly use that would be removed if I used something like CM10.1. The only lacking feature I'd want from an AOSP ROM is cLock, but giving up usability for a widget is dumb as hell if you ask me. Besides, who's to say there won't be a 4.2.2. TW OTA someday? True that makes sense. I'm genuinely curious though, what TW features do you like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 True that makes sense. I'm genuinely curious though, what TW features do you like? Off the top of my head tugging the statusbar down when using fullscreen apps, motion dialing from contacts/messenger, swipe to dial, palm to mute, swipe to screencap, saying 'cheese' to snap photos handsfree, smartstay, and NFC has always been a little funky on AOSP ROMs in my experiences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlobban Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 i got the Galaxy 4 about 2 weeks ago and LOVE it. and this is coming from a huge Mac nerd. super fast and responsive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 everything ive read says to just go back to ATT and have them give me a new phone. guess i'll be going back to ATT after work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlobban Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 well you have AT&T, that's your problem... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 well you have AT&T, that's your problem... no, its the phone that is the problem, the service has nothing to do with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlobban Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 i'm just giving you shit... Team Avatar 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shitty Rambo Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Didn't want to make a new thread for this, but I have a couple invites to the Aviate Launcher BETA if anyone is interested. I've been using it for the last 2 days and really like it. Shoot me your email in a PM, first come first serve/anyone I invite can invite others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 PM'd you, Rambo. I was persuaded into the S4 Active and I really love it, except I don't understand ANY of the things that it does. For example on the top of this page when you guys were talking about TouchWIz and NFC.... no clue, haha. I use the Nova launcher which is glitchy from time to time, and I think it took away a lot of the motion features that the phone is known for, so I haven't decided what to do about that since I like a more simpler look to my phone that I can accomplish using the launcher. The only other thing I've really done is that touching the phones together to send photos haha. Which is really cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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