I'm looking to get a phone. Right now I'm torn between the iPhone 4S and the Galaxy Nexus. I know this question is asked a lot, but I'm really not sure which one benefits me more. On the one hand, I've used iPhones before (both my parents have one), I use iTunes for music, and at some point I'll probably get a Macbook, though I primarily use a custom-built PC dual-booting Windows 7 and OSX.
On the other, I use Gmail, Google Calendar, and Reader daily. My contacts are all saved with Google, and I talk to some of them on Gtalk. I've never used an Android phone, but I love the tablets and I've played with some of them at work (I don't own one). I really like how Google's services are integrated into the Nexus.
So I'm kind of spread out into both camps. Certain Apple features like iCloud and Facetime are helpful since most of my family have iDevices. But I like Android's customizability. The iPhone's integration with iTunes means music management is simpler, and my music is all in Apple Lossless format, can Android play that?
Are there any other advantages the phones have over each other? I have heard some things about Android occasionally being unstable, but this may have been before the newest ICS update.
I want to get a phone soon, but if Apple's going to release a new iPhone I'm not sure if I should wait or just get one now. I'll be buying it outright, regardless of which phone I get.
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iPhone 4S vs Galaxy Nexus, or should I wait?
It is largely preference, but after talking to multiple owners of phones with both OS, and owing a Galaxy Nexus, here is my simple answer.
iPhone 4S with iOS5 = simplicity of design and functionality, lots of apps, long battery life, minimal problems but also minimal room for customization.
Galaxy Nexus with Android OS = larger screen, also lots of apps(less than iPhone) shorter battery life(can be lengthened with extended battery and apps) and lots of room for customization without hacking or rooting.
iPhone 4S with iOS5 = simplicity of design and functionality, lots of apps, long battery life, minimal problems but also minimal room for customization.
Galaxy Nexus with Android OS = larger screen, also lots of apps(less than iPhone) shorter battery life(can be lengthened with extended battery and apps) and lots of room for customization without hacking or rooting.
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1. Don't buy anything right now, wait for the New iPhone.
2. If you're going to buy outright, Android Phones will deff be cheaper than an unlocked GSM iPhone
3. Then again you seem to be semi-living in the Apple Ecosystem since your relatives have iDevices so an iPhone might be a better fit.
4. Make sure to manhandle the phones when you go into a store.
5. As far as I know no Android music player downloadable or not supports lossless format
6. the iPhone is the same UI, icons upon icons, while Android is much more customizable and you can change everything from the music player to the dialer/browser.
I'm torn because on one side you seem to be well integrated into the Apple ecosystem using iTunes and your relatives with iDevices so an iPhone would complement that, but an Android will deff be cheaper while providing the same functions since you're buying outright.
The best advice I can give it to go in when you want to buy and play with the Next iPhone and Androids current Halo device, check which features you need, if you decide that you need those extra features like a bigger possibly higher res screen and HDMI slots etc than go with the Android, if you don't need it than go with the iPhone, their both awesome devices and you'll be getting an awesome phone both ways.
2. If you're going to buy outright, Android Phones will deff be cheaper than an unlocked GSM iPhone
3. Then again you seem to be semi-living in the Apple Ecosystem since your relatives have iDevices so an iPhone might be a better fit.
4. Make sure to manhandle the phones when you go into a store.
5. As far as I know no Android music player downloadable or not supports lossless format
6. the iPhone is the same UI, icons upon icons, while Android is much more customizable and you can change everything from the music player to the dialer/browser.
I'm torn because on one side you seem to be well integrated into the Apple ecosystem using iTunes and your relatives with iDevices so an iPhone would complement that, but an Android will deff be cheaper while providing the same functions since you're buying outright.
The best advice I can give it to go in when you want to buy and play with the Next iPhone and Androids current Halo device, check which features you need, if you decide that you need those extra features like a bigger possibly higher res screen and HDMI slots etc than go with the Android, if you don't need it than go with the iPhone, their both awesome devices and you'll be getting an awesome phone both ways.
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Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) can be converted to FLAC. And there appear to be some excellent music player apps for Android >> lifehacker.com/5805924/the-best-music-player-appli...
The only real drawback that I see to Android is the need to hack your phone just to get the latest version of the Android OS. Other than that, the choice is down to your comfort and preferences with either ecosystem. I do think that, if you like futzing with your phone, that Android is probably the better choice; and, if you aren't inclined to do so, then iPhone is probably the better choice.
Rather than paralyzing yourself fretting over the higher end offerings, lower the cost and reduce the risk. Buy a less expensive phone for either platform (or from both platforms!), and just see if it "fits" you. By lowering the cost, you should be more comfortable going with the platform that most appeals to you . . . even if the preference is only slight.
Alternately, get an Android phone and an iPod Touch; and test the heck out of each platform. You should then know where to focus the next time you upgrade; and, for better or for worse, the time to upgrade will come all too soon. ;)
The only real drawback that I see to Android is the need to hack your phone just to get the latest version of the Android OS. Other than that, the choice is down to your comfort and preferences with either ecosystem. I do think that, if you like futzing with your phone, that Android is probably the better choice; and, if you aren't inclined to do so, then iPhone is probably the better choice.
Rather than paralyzing yourself fretting over the higher end offerings, lower the cost and reduce the risk. Buy a less expensive phone for either platform (or from both platforms!), and just see if it "fits" you. By lowering the cost, you should be more comfortable going with the platform that most appeals to you . . . even if the preference is only slight.
Alternately, get an Android phone and an iPod Touch; and test the heck out of each platform. You should then know where to focus the next time you upgrade; and, for better or for worse, the time to upgrade will come all too soon. ;)
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