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[cmhsam]

I actually like both equally but for different reasons. The answer I always give between the two is...

If this is your first Android device and you had to pick between the two, I suggest the HTC One. As I have said in other forums, the HTC One is a great device right out of the box. It’s fast, smooth, and a little more familiar if you are coming from the iPhone.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 on the other hand, in my own personal experience (I know everyone is different), was frustrating and laggy and I have been using Android devices since Eclair. However, after rooting, and flashing a custom ROM such as MDOB or GoldenEye (made by the same ROM chef), the experience is much better and is on par if not better than the HTC One. So it’s just a matter of how much time you are willing to invest in tweaking your devices!

In terms of battery life, they are pretty equal but the S4's battery is replaceable. If you carry an extra battery with you, you will probably never have to worry about battery life no matter how much of a heavy user you are.

I tried going from the IP5 to the HTC ONE and then the Galaxy S4. After a month I am back to my IP5. Stick with an iPhone. Its a better experience.

 

[cocky jeremy]

Deciding between both phones but leaning towards the S4. Which is your favorite and how do they compare in battery life? (I'll be ordering with stock android from the play store on the 26th)

I never thought I'd use anything but an iPhone. EVER. Got my HTC One this past week because I wanted to just switch it up for a little while.. not sure I'll ever go back to an iPhone now. Crazy, but true. Just pick both up and play with them. You'll want the One. The S4 feels like a cheap toy made for kids to get candy out of, especially when compared to the iPhone or One.

 

[auero]

I tried going from the IP5 to the HTC ONE and then the Galaxy S4. After a month I am back to my IP5. Stick with an iPhone. Its a better experience.

Personally I'm not fond of the direction iOS is going. iMessages was all that was keeping me and iOS 7 was just the last straw for me. I won't continue this because this is totally off topic and it's just a personal preference.

I never thought I'd use anything but an iPhone. EVER. Got my HTC One this past week because I wanted to just switch it up for a little while.. not sure I'll ever go back to an iPhone now. Crazy, but true. Just pick both up and play with them. You'll want the One. The S4 feels like a cheap toy made for kids to get candy out of, especially when compared to the iPhone or One.

I'm not so concerned about the build because at the end of the day I usually get a case for all my devices. I'd prefer a better build but I think I'd be able to manage. I do prefer the styling of the One but the non removable battery and lack of micro sd is what is pushing me away.

Thanks!

 

[fel10]

Can't wait to get home and get my game on.

 

[kellen]

Uh-mazing hotel that is!! Stayed there when the wife and I did a road trip around the west coast on a holiday from the UK. Went back a year later when we got married in the Grand Canyon and took my folks there. They didn't see why we were paying for that hotel and not a cheaper one, that is until we walked up and then took them too there suite and they went

Have fun!

Thanks. Was just there a month or so ago. Got a suite for 100 bucks per night using my amex, plus 80 in free food, the $100 spa credit and early check in, late check out.

Was a nice room, I could live there!

 

[George3cha]

After a long day at work, I am chillin' at Panera waiting to meet up with a mobile notary.

 

[cocky jeremy]

I'm not so concerned about the build because at the end of the day I usually get a case for all my devices. I'd prefer a better build but I think I'd be able to manage. I do prefer the styling of the One but the non removable battery and lack of micro sd is what is pushing me away.

Thanks!

You can always do what I plan to do.. $35 for an 8400 mAh mobile charging pack like this.. http://www.amazon.com/Anker-8400mAh-External-Battery-Charger/dp/B0067TQQI8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2BDKDJ81VNH51&coliid=IOTSE82TUYLD It'll charge the One about 3 full times.

 

[Krafty]

As much as I dislike their direction, I just hate the PlayStation controller to get used to it. Plus, I pretty much wont be able to get one until next year at this point.

 

[Apple fanboy]

After two Epson printer replacements decided it was time to switch. Just exchanged (plus cash) for a Cannon Pixma MG 6350. Only issue setting up was I opened the Magenta ink the wrong way!

 

[Shrink]

After two Epson printer replacements decided it was time to switch. Just exchanged (plus cash) for a Cannon Pixma MG 6350. Only issue setting up was I opened the Magenta ink the wrong way!

Or perhaps you have the early stages of Stigmata!

 

[Apple fanboy]

Or perhaps you have the early stages of Stigmata!

Or a serial killer on the lose?

 

[Shrink]

Or a serial killer on the lose?

Remember...you said it!

And for those NSA folks who may be monitoring this...I don't know this person. Never met him. I just happened to be in the neighborhood.

I am not available for questioning!

 

[dsim87]

Mobee Magic Bar

 

[peapody]

Saw Man of Steel - pretty good flick.

Also hit up Game Stop. Going to be a busy weekend! Got the animal crossing prima guide for 20% off!

 

[CJS7070]

Got a visit from the Cisco fairy last week... working on getting CCNA certified and decided to get some equipment to work on.

 

[gramirez2012]

Ordered on yesterday, delivered this morning (Amazon Prime). My main PC I was using decided to suddenly commit suicide on Thursday. I was going to buy an iMac anyway when they were updated, but ended up needing one sooner than I had expected.

 

[peapody]

Ordered on yesterday, delivered this morning (Amazon Prime). My main PC I was using decided to suddenly commit suicide on Thursday. I was going to buy an iMac anyway when they were updated, but ended up needing one sooner than I had expected.

Must have been quite a box to receive from amazon!

 

[KylePowers]

Just preordered these

TBH, I'm not a huge fan of COD, but the campaigns are usually interesting. This is mainly to hold me over until Battlefield 4 and Halo 5 arrive. Ryse I thought just looked pretty sweet.

Will probably get a few other games like Madden 25 and whenever NHL '14 arrives. Will perhaps get a PS4 down the road, but probably a Wii U beforehand to play the new Smash Bros and Mario Kart

 

[gramirez2012]

Must have been quite a box to receive from amazon!

box was surprisingly compact. same size and shape as the retail box, pretty much.

 

[vnle]

I checked Best Buy's website almost daily. It fits great, I barely notice that it's on my wrist. Haven't had it long enough to check the stats just yet. We'll see how it's pedometer compares to the one in the Galaxy S4.

... Thanks for the head's up! I checked all the best buy around me and finally got a black one. :] Let's see if this works ...

 

[Destroysall]

I had another mug, but I missed my old Ikea mug that broke and since I was kitchen planning there yesterday, I picked up this mug:

 

[LordQ]

Just bought this beautiful Ferragamo shirt.

 

[james1758]

Renewed netflix

 

[Acorn]

Can't wait to get home and get my game on.

cool games. I just cant get myself to buy any more games when they are releasing a new system literally 6 months from now.

 

[wabbit42]

Preordered!