The Samsung Galaxy S III vs Iphone 5...which will I buy next. - Page 2 - Dallas Cowboys Forum

the kid 05 · 11-13-2012

IF you are already invested in the Apple app ecosystem 8/10 times i'd say stay there as you can't transfer apps between the two.

The build quality is not bad nor is it great (if you want great wait for an HTC phone)

**BrAinPaiNt** · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by theogt

I've had my Black 5 since around launch date and do not use a cover. I have no scratches at all. I've dropped it a few times and have accidentally put it in the same pocket as my keys a number of times as well.

I have seen what he is talking about in some of the drop tests.

Also seen some other tests where they test the finishes (using a knife) and the black flaked off and sides were scuffed and scratched pretty bad.

**BrAinPaiNt** · 11-13-2012

I wonder if some of this paint issues is not a product of the chinese workers being over worked to try and push these out to fast this time around. Was not long ago a bunch of workers as one of the plants caused some trouble because they were being over worked in order to get so many done...which is saying a good bit if chinese workers are saying they are being over worked.

So might be an issue where they were just pushing to hard and letting to many go through quality control that should not have.

theogt · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by BrAinPaiNt

I have seen what he is talking about in some of the drop tests.

Also seen some other tests where they test the finishes (using a knife) and the black flaked off and sides were scuffed and scratched pretty bad.

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Originally Posted by BrAinPaiNt

I wonder if some of this paint issues is not a product of the chinese workers being over worked to try and push these out to fast this time around. Was not long ago a bunch of workers as one of the plants caused some trouble because they were being over worked in order to get so many done...which is saying a good bit if chinese workers are saying they are being over worked.

So might be an issue where they were just pushing to hard and letting to many go through quality control that should not have.

I've read that it's more of an issue in some phones than others (with an emphasis on problems in the first batch). It probably depends on where and when it was manufactured. Like I said, I've had no issues -- actually, I've been shocked at how resilient it is. I had one drop a few days ago that I knew had busted the screen -- but nothing.

Any aluminum product will scratch. But it's obviously significantly more resistant to damage than the iPhone 4 with the glass back (which would both scratch and shatter).

CATCH17 · 11-13-2012

I got an iphone 5 and I love it.

Im pissed though about the Zagg cover I bought. The lady put it on and didn't get it on straight and it started to pick up lint so I tried to take it off and put it back on... Big mistake...

CATCH17 · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by theogt

I've read that it's more of an issue in some phones than others (with an emphasis on problems in the first batch). It probably depends on where and when it was manufactured. Like I said, I've had no issues -- actually, I've been shocked at how resilient it is. I had one drop a few days ago that I knew had busted the screen -- but nothing.

Any aluminum product will scratch. But it's obviously significantly more resistant to damage than the iPhone 4 with the glass back (which would both scratch and shatter).

I bought a clear cover for the back of my phone off amazon made by luvvitt.

It's pretty low profile and gives it solid protection from drops or scratches and it doesn't take away from the natural looks of the phone.

Joshmil53 · 11-13-2012

I have the S3 and no complaints from me.

dez_for_prez · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by trickblue

I'm currently demoing a Galaxy S3 and so far I'm not too impressed with Android (Ice Cream Sammich). The phone itself is nice, but Android has some quirky features that I don't like.

I am likely going to go back to my iPhone 4s...

I'm just giving my opinion. I know I'm about to get hammered by the Droid Droids for being an Apple Sider even though that isn't the case...

Sam's is offering a 97 cent phone upgrade with no upgrade fee or restocking fee if you bring it back withing 14 days this weekend. My daughter likes the S3 because of the screen size so she might get one for that reason.

When I had my s3 I would get a picture text and when I looked at it, it was 1" by 1.5". On that big screen it was so small. Apparently there are ways around it.(other apps) Also when surfing the web on the iPhone it shrinks the page down. Four lines of text on a pc is 8 lines on phone. The S3 doesn't do that and I found reading online to be difficult.The games were good but that's about it.

I went and traded in and got the I5, which I love. Dont think it's all that different from the 4s. I just like the simplicity of iPhone

blindzebra · 11-13-2012

S3 hands down.

a_minimalist · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by the kid 05

IF you are already invested in the Apple app ecosystem 8/10 times i'd say stay there as you can't transfer apps between the two.

The build quality is not bad nor is it great (if you want great wait for an HTC phone)

This is exactly why I just got an iPhone 5. I came VERY close to the gs3. I have an iMac and will be getting an iPad as well as Apple TV soon. It's just easier to keep it all in the same family.

a_minimalist · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by CATCH17

I got an iphone 5 and I love it.

Im pissed though about the Zagg cover I bought. The lady put it on and didn't get it on straight and it started to pick up lint so I tried to take it off and put it back on... Big mistake...

Buy the Moshi iVisor XT. It's $25 but it doesn't bubble and can be washed and reused over and over.

CATCH17 · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by a_minimalist

Buy the Moshi iVisor XT. It's $25 but it doesn't bubble and can be washed and reused over and over.

Thanks man.. Just bought another zagg but i may just buy this.. seems like all I need.

CATCH17 · 11-13-2012

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Originally Posted by a_minimalist

Buy the Moshi iVisor XT. It's $25 but it doesn't bubble and can be washed and reused over and over.

Just bought it. Brainpaint owes me 20 bucks for not making this thread sooner.

a_minimalist do you know of anything else I should buy before I waste my money on an inferior product?

Phrozen Phil · 11-13-2012

Boy, there's some good analysis on this thread. One of my co-workers has an SIII, but her boyfriend bought her an iPhone 5 and she gave up her Samsung to her son. I asked her why she made the choice and she indicated that she thought the Apple phone was better built for her current use. She had no complaints about the Samsung, but she did a similar analysis that BP did, but came to a different conclusion. I currently use a Blackberry, but only because my employer gave it to me. I would never buy one, given the choices available. I'm curious about the new Windows phones. I'm of the
school of thought that wants as many good choices as possible, and the choices are increasing. I'm just waiting for the neuro-synaptic interface for my "dream" phone.

**BrAinPaiNt** · 11-13-2012

Couple of cases I have been considering.

Ballistic SG Maxx I like this one as it seems to provide plenty of protection
Don't really want the otterbox defender and I don't want the trident kracken.

However ther is another that might have little less protection. But I really like the looks of... the cases from UAG (Urban Armor Gear)

One other one I like but it really is just for looks vs protection. The Musubo mesh case.