Help me decide: Note 4 or iPhone 6 Plus
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I just got a 6+ and flippin LOVE IT.
Also, this is from someone who came from an iPhone 4 so I am giddy as a school girl with it. One thing I really think gets overlooked is fingerprint security on iPhones. Do any androids phones do this? Because it is one of the best features for me. This in combination with Apple Pay makes it a no brainer to me but you may not care about either of those things.
Also, this is from someone who came from an iPhone 4 so I am giddy as a school girl with it. One thing I really think gets overlooked is fingerprint security on iPhones. Do any androids phones do this? Because it is one of the best features for me. This in combination with Apple Pay makes it a no brainer to me but you may not care about either of those things.
I remember my first smartphone was the iPhone 3G. My favorite tech moment next to getting this device was getting high speed internet.
Used Android devices afterwards including a OPO.
Just picked up an iPhone 6 Plus in November. Love it. Feels exactly as though I got my first smart phone again. Definitely recommend it.
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iPhone 6 Plus
Used Android devices afterwards including a OPO.
Just picked up an iPhone 6 Plus in November. Love it. Feels exactly as though I got my first smart phone again. Definitely recommend it.
TLDR.
iPhone 6 Plus
Went from an iPhone 4 to a Note 2, then Note 3, then decided to jump back to iOS with an iPhone 6 Plus after finding out that Apple has introduced extensions and third party keyboards.
Maybe those features aren't mature enough (for instance, I fuckin LOVE how in Android, you can share or open any image in practically any app that supports it.) and maybe I'm too much of a poweruser (I like to switch between different photo editing apps to take advantage of features that each app does very well. VSCO to me allows for better exposure adjustment than say, Litely or Instagram. But more often than not, bringing up Safari in the middle of editing a photo with those apps meant that the third or fourth last used app gets rebooted; any edits I made in that app is gone).
Traded my iPhone 6 Plus for a brand new Note 4. Couldn't be happier.
Maybe those features aren't mature enough (for instance, I fuckin LOVE how in Android, you can share or open any image in practically any app that supports it.) and maybe I'm too much of a poweruser (I like to switch between different photo editing apps to take advantage of features that each app does very well. VSCO to me allows for better exposure adjustment than say, Litely or Instagram. But more often than not, bringing up Safari in the middle of editing a photo with those apps meant that the third or fourth last used app gets rebooted; any edits I made in that app is gone).
Traded my iPhone 6 Plus for a brand new Note 4. Couldn't be happier.
10 minutes maybe?
In terms of UX design and intuitiveness, iOS stands head and shoulders above any Android skin.
Tony Iommi
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I don't think any Samsung phone should be considered as an Android phone. Sure, it is running Android at the core, but at this point, a Samsung phone doesn't feel like Android. It feels like Samsung OS with all the TouchWiz crap on it.
I suggest you to try another device with pure Android. Maybe a Nexus 6.
I suggest you to try another device with pure Android. Maybe a Nexus 6.
Narrowed it down to those to. Do like Samsung, even if the specs are inferior.
To be frank, I am not a power user like you. What would you say then, since you used both phones.
Hmm, that makes me feel so torn.
stick with android if you like that. love my 6+, but ios 8 has been pretty lackluster. Shit is stupidly buggy and unstable for a 'magical os'. Have at least 1-2 hard crashes that leads to full reboot once a week and this is off a fresh OS install. 1gb ram for the phone doesn't help with multitasking if that's your thing.
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
If you've been using Android, give iOS a shot. Change of pace.
Whatever. Samsung just updated the Note 2. Give me a break with this sensationalist nonsense.
This post hurts my brain
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I personally find the two phones pretty bad, one of them is hideous and seems not very well thought while the other... well... it's Samsung.
I'm of the opinion that people should try everything in their life but i really don't want to suggest the iPhone6+... soooo... the iPhone 6? Or a Windows Phone if lack of apps isn't a problem.
My wife doesn't.
She just moved back to Android after having a iPhone for a year, says how much easier everything seems on Android
thiscoldblack
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I've been very happy with my iPhone 6 Plus. I also have a Nexus 7 in case I feel like using Android. If you have a MacBook or an iMac, definitely get an iPhone for continuity/handoff. That alone is worth it for me. You also get Apple Pay, which is convenient as well.
I think that if you're used to even something as basic as sharing media between apps, you'll find that iOS can be quite limited. It'll probably be a while before you're able to select an image in iOS' Photos app and send it to your friend on Whatsapp from there.
The lack of certain features didn't really bother me that much in the three months I've used an iPhone 6 Plus. But what tipped over was when I found out that the Note 4's camera is much MUCH improved over it's predecessor's, maybe on par with the 6 Plus (in my opinion, it's exceed's the latter due to larger megapixel count - I like as much detail in my photos as possible - and the bigger aperture for the front-facing camera). I had just assumed the camera in the Note series was never gonna come close to an iPhone. I guess that changed with their latest offering.
But really though, how familiar are you with iOS? You'll probably be able to know beforehand what Android-specific features you're gonna miss when you switch. Question then becomes how much you're gonna miss them, even the basic features.
Why?
That is true, Apple products hold their value like crazy.
What phone is she using?
I do not have any other Apple products (besides ipod), but heard good things about Apple Pay. Where is that accepted now?
Also guys, I do not like phones to have cases (only screen protectors); will the 6+ bend in the pocket?
I am not familiar at all with iOS. I only know there is one button and everything is touch based. Does it have copy past mechanics lol? What about task manager?
I read that 6+ has a more accurate sceen?
You seem to be overexaggerating a non issue here, I'm still using Galaxy S3 and use Note 8. If we're talking about functionality, they're still perfect.
Ecto311
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Thanks for the post - I was going to make this about a month ago but never did. I am going to get either phone today actually and will probably go with the note 4 since my wife has the 6+ then I can compare. I just don't want to be stuck with a phone that in 1 year or 18 months is so shit it wont work and my Galaxy3 was that kind of phone for me at least.
Nexus 5
bennywhatever
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You should get the Lumia 1520. If you don't mind a few less apps, it's a beast of a phone, will last forever, and has the best camera of all of them.
Don't laugh guys, but I am still using an S2. I've been putting off an upgrade for a very long time.
Thanks...Nexus seems to be coming up a lot. I was tempted to buy an invite for the OnePlus One, though.
I appreciate the specs, but definitely want to stick with either Apple or Android.
Thanks...Nexus seems to be coming up a lot. I was tempted to buy an invite for the OnePlus One, though.
I appreciate the specs, but definitely want to stick with either Apple or Android.
Yep, this was the other thing that made me switched. I guess I value these features more than most since I love taking photos with my phone.
And yeah it does have copy paste. Task manager is there but like I said, it's useless to me on iOS because even the third or fourth last used apps get refreshed/rebooted and I lose any progress I've made in that app.
Tony Iommi
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I currently have a Moto G Second Generation... I had a Nexus 4, then a Nexus 5... I got my Moto G Second Generation because I wanted all my music on a microSD card... so, I'm very familiar with Android.
Honestly, if I were you, I would wait until the 64-bit processors are widely available. Yesterday they announced the first Android phone with the new Qualcomm 810 64-bit processor. It was the LG Flex 2. It is a beast of a phone, but I just don't like phones with heavily modified Android.
Honestly, if I were you, I would wait until the 64-bit processors are widely available. Yesterday they announced the first Android phone with the new Qualcomm 810 64-bit processor. It was the LG Flex 2. It is a beast of a phone, but I just don't like phones with heavily modified Android.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I feel like we JUST had this thread.
It boils down to which ecosystem you prefer. I went Android -> iOS -> Android, and I'm here to stay. I just prefer the flexibility of an Android device. My anecdotal situation:
I read a lot of digital comics. The files transfer over to my phone with a simple drag and drop AND never run into issues when opening and reading them. The same can be said with any digital movie/TV show I have. I just drag it over to my phone and can watch it. If it's a weird file type, there's something on Android that will allow me to watch it. I also love having access to a file explorer directly on my phone. It's like using Windows Explorer.
The Note 4 and 6+ are great devices, you just need to determine what sort of flexibility you want and what ecosystem you want to invest in.
It boils down to which ecosystem you prefer. I went Android -> iOS -> Android, and I'm here to stay. I just prefer the flexibility of an Android device. My anecdotal situation:
I read a lot of digital comics. The files transfer over to my phone with a simple drag and drop AND never run into issues when opening and reading them. The same can be said with any digital movie/TV show I have. I just drag it over to my phone and can watch it. If it's a weird file type, there's something on Android that will allow me to watch it. I also love having access to a file explorer directly on my phone. It's like using Windows Explorer.
The Note 4 and 6+ are great devices, you just need to determine what sort of flexibility you want and what ecosystem you want to invest in.
I've used the Nexus 5 for the past year, now I'm on the Nexus 6.
Really don't think I could go back to non-stock android
outunderthestars
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In this thread: standard Android vs IOS debate. OP, how about you choose for yourself instead of relying on strangers to make your $600+ decision?
They are both capable phones with great ecosystems. Go play with each for a half an hour or so: which did you find yourself enjoying more? Buy that one.
They are both capable phones with great ecosystems. Go play with each for a half an hour or so: which did you find yourself enjoying more? Buy that one.
I commend this post.
thiscoldblack
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Anywhere NFC payments are accepted. For official support, the list is here:
https://www.apple.com/apple-pay/
As someone who doesn't like cases or screen protectors, I was afraid of bending issues as well. However, I am pleased to say that not of that has happened to me (at least) and I put my 'naked' phone on my front left pocket all the time. I have also noticed both the front and back are very scratch resistant.
Tony Iommi
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I was very happy with my Nexus 5. But honestly, I prefer my Moto G Second Generation more than my old Nexus 5. Sure the Nexus 5 is faster, has more RAM, better processor, LTE. But the Moto G Second Generation has more features I enjoy more... way way better battery life, front stereo speakers, microSD, water resistant... it even has Lollipop.
andrerobot
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To be frank, they properly support only their flagship models, such as the numbered Galaxy and Galaxy Note phones.
I know people with midranges like Galaxy Minis, that never got any major Android upgrades at all. I bet Samsung won't even do any mayor upgrades to the Galaxy Alpha or Galaxy Note Edge after a year.
Samsung should learn from Motorola, which supports their G and E models with Lollipop upgrades.
Well, and don't forget about the problem that every non iOS device suffer, that firmware updates are vended through carriers most of the time. That unless you don't buy a carrier branded phone.
It took me a long time to decide and if Best Buy would have been able to pre-order iPhone 6 +, I probably would have one instead of my Note 4. But they couldnt, so I did a little more research and decided on the Note 4 and I couldnt be happier. Part of the reason is, its something new. Ive been with iPhone since the first one.
The only things I really miss from iPhone is the games and the camera. I just feel like the iPhone took better low light pictures and I could snap them a lot quicker and get great pics with moving objects, like my son.
The only things I really miss from iPhone is the games and the camera. I just feel like the iPhone took better low light pictures and I could snap them a lot quicker and get great pics with moving objects, like my son.
Honestly, I am looking to make the purchase today.
That's the thing, I see positives to both phones and just need to filter it down to what I want exactly.
I am not relying, but looking for informed opinions from others. Ultimately, the decision is mine, but I do appreciate everyone that offers bits of information.
Awesome; thanks.
That would be awesome! I've been looking at it, but the fact it's hard to buy kinda turned me off. Worst comes to worse, I'll tell you if I don't buy it.
Why what?
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Real talk - do you honestly see yourself caring about using a File Explorer, transferring/reading lots of media, or wanting to customize the shit out of your phone? If so, go with the Note 4.
Are you a huge mobile gamer always wanting to be on the up-and-up with the latest and greatest releases? If so, go with the 6+.
Are you a huge Google user that uses Gchat, Gmail, G+, etc? Note 4
Do you have a lot of friends on iOS to make use of iMessage? Do you CARE about Google integration? 6+ works here.
You won't be unhappy with either phone. But you need to decide which aspects of each phone you care about. Nobody can really tell you one way or another. Decide which features are MOST important to you, tell us, and we'll direct you accordingly.
Bomber Bob
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iPhone 6 plus's back is ugggly.
gimme a 4s remake apple
gimme a 4s remake apple
As am I, I also don't see how people can jump from the freedom and flexibility of Android, to the walled garden that is iOS, it would drive me insane...
Ignatz Mouse
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If you are used to Android, stick with Android.
Whenever I use an iOS device it feels super-awkward, even though it's supposedly easier. This is fairly frequently since my wife has an iPad.
Don't worry about the upgrade thing either, especially if you've been using an S2 this long.
Whenever I use an iOS device it feels super-awkward, even though it's supposedly easier. This is fairly frequently since my wife has an iPad.
Don't worry about the upgrade thing either, especially if you've been using an S2 this long.
You said the post hurt your brain.
Real talk - do you honestly see yourself caring about using a File Explorer, transferring/reading lots of media, or wanting to customize the shit out of your phone? If so, go with the Note 4.
Are you a huge mobile gamer always wanting to be on the up-and-up with the latest and greatest releases? If so, go with the 6+.
Are you a huge Google user that uses Gchat, Gmail, G+, etc? Note 4
Do you have a lot of friends on iOS to make use of iMessage? Do you CARE about Google integration? 6+ works here.
You won't be unhappy with either phone. But you need to decide which aspects of each phone you care about. Nobody can really tell you one way or another. Decide which features are MOST important to you, tell us, and we'll direct you accordingly.
Well let's see, I love customization, use a ton of gmail, don't read ebooks (have kindle for that), and play games only selectively.
Now, I like to backup all of my text messages to a special email account. How is iMessage backed up and what makes it better than Android messaging?
Really? First time I am hearing of this.
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