Iphone or Samsung Galaxy 2

[Grommz]

I still see no point in iMessage..

95% of all plans these days give you unlimited texts anyways.

[GODSMACK]

Yeah yeah, but it does the job very well. We did the speed comparison between my HD7 running Mango (wp7.5) vs a new SG2, and the poor ld SG2 is about 15-30 Frames Per Second slower when browsing the web.

Real world performance, WP is a ripper. Wank factor, maybe not such a big winner

How did you do this speed comparison test, out of curiosity..?

Current WP7 devices, apparently, lack the hardware to run mango to its full potential. Future WP7 handsets should be a ripper thoe. Dual core etc etc.

[Stewge]

iMessage is nothing new. It's just yet another chat protocol over TCP (internet). Same as -chat, facebook-chat etc. It will NOT allow you to send SMS for free. You'll still have to pay the data charges. If you're going to do that you may as well use a protocol that's already established.

The trick is in converting people to use it. MSN has a big following and doesn't necessarily mean Windows, I'm on linux and find most people still chat using the MSN protocol. Although MSN chat on phones tends to be clunky and lack of good offline/delayed messaging means it's still only an "instant" messaging system.

Facebook probably had the best chance at it (as facebook chat and facebook messages are actually the same protocol now), but probably shot themselves in the foot by not emphasizing mobile integration and all their recent security issues.

[GODSMACK]

Ios5 comes out in a couple of weeks. Big changes for the better for iPhone users. Best additions that spring to mind are imessage(free messaging between iOS users). icloud syncing ( never need a pc again). Notifications overhaul (similar to the android approach but as usual executed better).

My view is that while I'm a big tech head the way apple executes it's products just works better. Then there is the support. Everything from clock radios to cars support the apple dock. It is the monopolised standard now and that won't change in a hurry.

And your finally getting text to speech, better late than never huh... Most likle y executed better too, seeing as they have had 3 or so years to even implement it...

[team illucid]

How did you do this speed comparison test, out of curiosity..?

Current WP7 devices, apparently, lack the hardware to run mango to its full potential. Future WP7 handsets should be a ripper thoe. Dual core etc etc.

Speed Reading test site http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/Pe...g/default.html

Dual core not really needed yet, as the WP OS is streamlined and not bloated, and at each revision code is tweaked and rebuilt for efficiency.

Android is heading down the old Windows Mobile path IMO, fragmented and bloated already after a couple of years is not a great sign. Quad core phones being developed to make it run faster, is a bit like the Old MS standard of just upgrade your PC.

Good way to make money

[team illucid]

Imessage is like bbm but with content open. Msn is for pc's majority wise not for mobile. Wp7 may use but yeah like that's taken off.

Funny, most people I know with an iPone use someform of MSN client to talk with me - if they were to soley use iMessage, they cut themselves off from most of the contact list - pretty useless IMO, but if you only had iPhone friends, then maybe it is a selling point.

As for cloud storage, I have access to the internet on my phone, therefore, I have access to all the music I could ever want for free. Why anyone pays for music in this day and age is beyond me?

[BEARWOOD]

No doubt his decision will be so much easier after reading this thread!

[team illucid]

Although MSN chat on phones tends to be clunky and lack of good offline/delayed messaging means it's still only an "instant" messaging system.

I do know the frustration with that, though I find now that if for some reason the IM doesnt come through, it is sent as an email message instead. Not perfect, but getting better. Also the integration of MSN and Facebook chat seems to work pretty well.

[GODSMACK]

No doubt his decision will be so much easier after reading this thread!

Especially with your 2c worth.

iPhone Vs Android is like Holden vs Ford.

[CALDIR]

Especially with your 2c worth.

iPhone Vs Android is like Holden vs Ford.

Hmm...

You couldn't have said it better.

Want an everyday phone/car get the iphone/Ford and use your phone and car like a boring everyday person.

What a high performance phone/car get the Android on Samsung GS2/GTS by HSV and talk on your phone/drive your car like SENNA(but you might have to learn how to get the best out of it!)

regards,

Richard
HRTSEN

[aratic]

For me its an easy decision

Galaxy S2 - $45/month
iPhone - $60+/month

Why would you pay more? Oh thats right, image Some ppl have to have the latest and greatest

I went through a similar decision recently and couldnt justify spending an extra $20/month to buy an iPhone when I could get an HTC which more or less has the same features

[Evman]

I see little point in going on about how the iphone can do this and android can do that. There are very few functions that are limited to one side now. Both can sync to the cloud, both have obdII scanning, both offer full control of, and streaming from, any pc via the Internet. The one area that android falls short is the docking, but Le Goog is working on rectifying this through a micro usb port or similar standardised port so that anyone can access it without paying licensing fees like they have to with Apple. For the vast majority of the global population it comes down to hardware features and user interface.

Also, just to clarify, the move to dual core processors is not specifically to run the operating system due to it being 'bloated' and 'fragmented', it's to run more powerful functions like high definition video recording and high resolution screens. The screen is often overlooked as a power consumer aside from the lighting and touch input. The more individual pixels there are to control, the more processor power is needed to animate it. Smoother OS function is an added bonus, which is undeniable.

[BEARWOOD]

Especially with your 2c worth.

iPhone Vs Android is like Holden vs Ford.

Try reading the whole thread and you will see that i offered up some relevant advice. Good job on making a clown of yourself, again.

[madalpinestar]

Have a look at the HTC EVO i just went from an iphone to it and im very happy. I also went from optus which i had very little reception. depending on your area i guess but im with telstra now and have great reception also the new telstra plans are pretty good

[rodp]

Icloud is not like drop box. It does back up but also synchronises all devices in real time. Ie take a photo and it's on your pc, ipad etc. That goes for apps and books too. Plus all music on your pc that has been scanned by iTunes is available for download or even just temp stream. Google has music. But it's not here yet. Plus music match even allows streaming of all ripped music from sources other than iTunes for like $25 a year and it's given to you in a high quality format regardless of the source file.

Which is virtually useless for people in Australia, considering mobile data plan costs.