Snowy Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I have the opportunity to finally upgrade my ancient mobile and am going to treat myself to a smartphone! Trouble is I can't decide which one - I'm torn between the Samsung Galaxy Ace III, the Nokia Lumia 900 and the Iphone 4s. I am inclined to go with the apple as I already use itunes and have apps for my ipod, but I quite fancy the bigger size of the Nokia and Samsung. Anyone got one of these and any likes or dislikes that might help me decide? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoid Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I would say the iPhone, but WAIT until September, as the new iPhone is coming out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 After having an HTC Desire for a few years,I would now never even think about anything else. They run on Android,which is fantastic for me as I use Google calendars so I can link that to my phone (Android is a Google system) They are fast,reliable & work remarkably well. The new HTC Ones look amaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 25, 2012 Author Share Posted August 25, 2012 I hadn't really considered the HTC as ES has had one and didn't like it. The screen was very slow to respond and he finally punched it in frustration and broke it He has replaced it with the Nokia Lumia 800 and has been assured by the salesman that it is punch proof! Fred I do fancy the iphone, but not the newest - that will be even more expensive than the 4S! I love the look and feel of the Nokia - if it were android instead of windows, I would go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I am a BIG fan of Apple, the iphone is brilliant, very intuitive. Apple products do have a run of 12 -18 months, so a new one is likely to be out in the coming months, rumours are rife. If you can wait a while, I would, if you want Apple. I shouldn't be significantly different in price though - so don't rule it out! But you should be able to pick up the older models more cheaply if you don't want the latest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 Snowy,he must have had a dodgy one - we all have them & have never had a moments trouble. Go & play with one of the new ones - they are incredible pieces of kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 25, 2012 Author Share Posted August 25, 2012 Cinnamon, thats all I needed, more choice! I'll never make my mind up at this rate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfer_chicken Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I would say the iPhone, but WAIT until September, as the new iPhone is coming out. Sorry to invade, but have you seen anything official about the iPhone 5 Fred? My Dad said I could have his iPhone 4 when it came out, but I'm after a smartphone for uni. If the rumours are true (I heard September 12th?) I will hold out until Christmas I'll have to investigate some of the other phones mentioned on this thread too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 I got a Samsung Galaxy Ace for my birthday and absolutely love it . It's not one of the high end, expensive androids but it does everything I need it to do and I love being able to get the internet quickly and efficiently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlina Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I have a Nokia N7 and it's the worst phone ever - totally not intuitive Don't know the model you mention, but if it's anything like the N7 steer very clear! (I got it because it has an offline satnav, which I really wanted, but it's soooo hard to use!) Just about everyone who's got one of the galaxys is very very happy - was playing with a friend's for an hour on the train to London tonight, and I think that's what I'm going to get. The big advantage (for me) is that it has a replaceable battery which extends its life and if, like me, you go to places where you can't charge the phone is an absolute godsend (when an apple battery stops working it's the end of the phone - and you can't carry a spare) Having said that, everyone I know who has the apple loves that to bits too - and it's probably the easiest to use if you're not techy None of them are a patch on my old HTC Trinity (5 years and still going strong)! I will have to replace it soon, I suppose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbaraJ Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Samsung galaxy , we have 3 in our house of different models Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Another iPhone fan here, I got my first one two years ago and I'm looking to upgrade. I will say however that while it's fantastic as a smartphone, for actually making phone calls it's not brilliant! I don't make many calls though, it's the Facebook/email/Googling/apps that I use it for. I am hoping to get an older (but newer than mine) model more cheaply because I don't want the Iphone5 - if you're not bothered about having the latest, you can save money by accepting a slightly older model, whatever phone you eventually decide on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I too love my HTC Desire and when I upgraded I didn't give a thought to any other phones. The camera is excellent, games, apps, internet all work perfectly well. I've got a lovely red one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoid Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I would say the iPhone, but WAIT until September, as the new iPhone is coming out. Sorry to invade, but have you seen anything official about the iPhone 5 Fred? My Dad said I could have his iPhone 4 when it came out, but I'm after a smartphone for uni. If the rumours are true (I heard September 12th?) I will hold out until Christmas I'll have to investigate some of the other phones mentioned on this thread too Nothing official has been released by apple, but a lot of sources are claiming that they will announce it between September 12th and 21st Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 Have an i4 = LOVE apparently mine is up for renewal in time for christmas - OH has i4S - not much difference - so all holding out for the i5 ES wants my i4 to replace i3, YS wants i3 to replace Blackberry If I do disappear - have been killed off for a mobile device Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickcluck Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I've just upgraded. Had an HTC desire HD, now I have the galaxy s3 and I lurve it. Nearly got the new htc but just fancied a change. I really like android, and I think the nokia is windows, so not many apps. I'm a bit anti iphone purely for the size of the screen..... you really can't go wrong with the samsung! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 I'm looking forward to the arrival of a Sony Experia P this week to replace my much despised Blackberry Curve. I did fancy a HTC Sensation but O2 don't have them and the Xperia P seems very similar. The phone signal here in the middle of nowhere is rubbish so I'm restricted to O2 and Vodafone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Marple Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 All iPhone users in our house - love them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketbunni Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 I have the HTC Wildfire, and I have to say I wouldnt be without it as the torch app is the best egg candler I have ever used!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 Funny because I have been thinking of getting a new phone too so I am reading this with interest. I currently have an Iphone but I don't love it so have been looking at BlackBerry phone's online, as we have a BlackBerry PlayBook in the house I could bridge between the two and also Internet tether. All far too techy for me so I have to visit carphone warehouse We also have an ipad as well but it seems hubby prefers that to the PlayBook (probably can't work it out) so this is mine! I had a nice Cath Kidston case on that too!! Blasted bloke! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 27, 2012 Author Share Posted August 27, 2012 Thanks for all the feedback, it's been much appreciated! I must admit the Nokia Lumia is a gorgeous phone - have been playing with ES's and it is a lovely size and shape, and very sturdy. The only real downside for me is the Windows OS (although I understand it will be upgraded to Windows 8 in the near future). I was being swayed by the improved battery life over the iphone, but according to Son, with regular use it isn't that much better and still needs an almost daily charge. And I would still need to use both phone and ipod which defeats the object somewhat So, on balance, and because I am fed up of not being able to make up my mind, I will be going for the iphone. Maybe next time I upgrade I will change to the Nokia. As for the Samsung, I don't know, it just doesn't do it for me. Now I just need to decided if I can wait for the iphone 5 to come out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Rhode Island Red Posted August 28, 2012 Share Posted August 28, 2012 MY main use for my phone is its camera. I have a Sony Ericsson Vivaz (Symbian OS), although it is currently in for repair after it suffered from a power surge while being charged on a train and blew the whole electronics system , but that is another story. The Sony Ericsson doesn't really support apps, but it has an amazing 8.1mp camera and I think you can buy it today for about €130 (£110). Also has 720p HD video recording. Also has a very decent battery life. It also supports memory cards. Only contradictions of the Vivaz are that it has a WICKED slow start up time (about 60 seconds, wouldn't want to have to ring 999 in an emergency) and that it can occasionally be a bit sluggish during texting, looking through pictures etc. Other than that a great phone (for what I use it for anyway) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
