iPhone 5 - Page 115

Meat Supply · 10-06-2012, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by r0bman

I really do enjoy when iPhone people preach about "build quality" and "materials."

It makes me think of all the ****ing cracked and shattered glass iPhones I've seen over the years, which in turn makes me chuckle.

I know. I have a 3gs with a broken screen in the cupboard. I have my sammy infuse which I've had for a year now with a thin case. solid feel, perfect screen.
3GS glass broke after falling off a stroller onto tile. in a case. so yeah, build quality...

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snvin · 10-06-2012, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Charge

The SG3 is in no way anywhere close to the top of "build quality" examples for Android phones. There are multiple HTC options that destroy it. Even the venerable Nexus One was far superior in build quality and feel in the hand to the SG3. There's something to be said for maintaining the feel you get from a metal case over plastic, yet still making it as light as the iPhone 5 is. I'm an Android fanboy and even I can admit that. Claiming the SG3 is comparable in that regard is just obtuse.

This is all true. Most of the time, HTC phones have a more solid build / feel than Samsung phones, but for some reason, Samsung is killing HtC right now, so they have become Apple's prime competitor. Still, an HTC device on its best day does not feel as solid as an Apple device.

Nonetheless, I am an Android user, because the Google services integration is better with Android, and I can pick up my phone and see more information, faster than I can with iOS. I do like my iPad, though.

Meat Supply · 10-06-2012, 10:14 PM

^ for sure, my wife's inspire is a pretty solid phone

LIQUIDSK8S · 10-06-2012, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Meat Supply

I know. I have a 3gs with a broken screen in the cupboard. I have my sammy infuse which I've had for a year now with a thin case. solid feel, perfect screen.
3GS glass broke after falling off a stroller onto tile. in a case. so yeah, build quality...

Build quality and durability are two separate things. I haven't had a case on a iPhone yet, dropped many times without breaking. Except the time I dropped a 4 face down on concrete and shattered the screen. But I think if dropped flat on the screen, none of these phones are safe. The iPhone had more breaks due to the exposed glass edge though.

waltah · 10-06-2012, 10:44 PM

Broke 1 3GS screen and 1 I4 screen. Fixed them both myself for $60. Can you even fix samsungs? I mean, the Lego plastic would lead you to believe it would disassemble but who knows.

Love my Samsung plasma. Shame they can't make a good phone.

quentinberg007 · 10-06-2012, 10:48 PM

Panny > Samsung when it comes to plasma. Shocked at how great my near 5 year old Panasonic plasma still looks.

Meat Supply · 10-06-2012, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by waltah

Broke 1 3GS screen and 1 I4 screen. Fixed them both myself for $60. Can you even fix samsungs? I mean, the Lego plastic would lead you to believe it would disassemble but who knows.

Love my Samsung plasma. Shame they can't make a good phone.

I like how you speculate without really even knowing...and have you ever played with legos? that's some durable ****.

edit: youtube search "how to replace samsung XXXX screen" returns several examples. So can you fix samusngs? Yes. yes you can.

LIQUIDSK8S · 10-06-2012, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Meat Supply

I like how you speculate without really even knowing...and have you ever played with legos? that's some durable ****.

edit: youtube search "how to replace samsung XXXX screen" returns several examples. So can you fix samusngs? Yes. yes you can.

I don't think I've ever broken a Lego

scaryfastskier · 10-06-2012, 11:58 PM

Legos are stronger than my feet, I'll give them that.

Meat Supply · 10-07-2012, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by scaryfastskier

Legos are stronger than my feet, I'll give them that.

I'll say. Ever walk over one of those bitches? a 2x4 block is not to be trifled with. that and they'll **** up a vacuum too. Calling anything lego plastic is a compliment if you ask me.

izergfx · 10-07-2012, 12:55 AM

Lego plastic

Worst.

Troll.

Ever.

chris619 · 10-07-2012, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackBeastie

Ultimateone · 10-07-2012, 03:03 AM

these phone threads just remind me of the old 360 vs ps3 battles...

markman · 10-07-2012, 07:38 AM

The S3 might not even be the top dog anymore... HTC announced the One X+. More power, speed

And it's made of metal and Megablocks and ****

Rattles · 10-07-2012, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by markman

The S3 might not even be the top dog anymore... HTC announced the One X+. More power, speed

And it's made of metal and Megablocks and ****

I am very tempted to switch to the one x+ but the no removable battery might be a deal breaker for me.

Kubek · 10-07-2012, 09:36 AM

Why You need removable battery? By the time a battery only holds 75% of the original charge Your phone will be obsolete.

Calamity Jesus · 10-07-2012, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Kubek

Why You need removable battery? By the time a battery only holds 75% of the original charge Your phone will be obsolete.

.. and they're all removable with the right tools.
.. and being a man, you should own the right tools.

jskrap · 10-07-2012, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by DeusExMachina

After you add a card to Passbook, you can no longer access the passbook App Store. Genius.

in the app store under featured, swipe right on the very top heading until you see "apps for passbook."

Rattles · 10-07-2012, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Kubek

Why You need removable battery? By the time a battery only holds 75% of the original charge Your phone will be obsolete.

It's not about replacing the battery when it is no longer holding a charge, it is about changing it when I run out of juice or putting in an extended one when I know that I am traveling and will be using the **** out of my phone.

Russ77 · 10-07-2012, 11:32 AM

a removable battery comes in handy sometimes when stuck in certain boot loops or other lock ups.

one x is a great phone but as far as I know the current firmware is still unrootable, hopefully this changes with the x+? as a result there is very little developer support. the inability to freeze or uninstall bloat or install ad away is a huge deal breaker for me.

izergfx · 10-07-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Russ77

a removable battery comes in handy sometimes when stuck in certain boot loops or other lock ups.

one x is a great phone but as far as I know the current firmware is still unrootable, hopefully this changes with the x+? as a result there is very little developer support. the inability to freeze or uninstall bloat or install ad away is a huge deal breaker for me.

Yep, it's a better phone than the S3 in most aspects unless you're stuck with 2.20 firmware. They really dropped the ball on that. Hopefully they will realize what a retarded decision that was... anyone who wanted that kind of crap would have bought an iPhone

I also prefer the build/feel of the one x to any iPhone. It feels equally solid/well built, but also like something that was designed to be held in your hand as opposed to a block of anodized aluminum with round corners.

DeusExMachina · 10-07-2012, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jskrap

in the app store under featured, swipe right on the very top heading until you see "apps for passbook."

Ahah! Thank you!

In other news, I've been stuck listening to the radio for 2 weeks now, since Lightning broke iPhone integration with all car head units. Still waiting on a Lightning-to-dock adapter to see if that works.

waltah · 10-07-2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by quentinberg007

Panny > Samsung when it comes to plasma. Shocked at how great my near 5 year old Panasonic plasma still looks.

no doubt about it, love my sammy but my next will be a panny.

The Dayman · 10-07-2012, 12:33 PM

Way off topic but is burn in still an issue with plasmas? The last time I bought a tv I went with LCD since it was still a bit of an issue and well I'm thinking about getting a new tv in the near future and would like a plasma if they've overcome that.

TheCandlejack · 10-07-2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by The Dayman

Way off topic but is burn in still an issue with plasmas? The last time I bought a tv I went with LCD since it was still a bit of an issue and well I'm thinking about getting a new tv in the near future and would like a plasma if they've overcome that.

Not really, no.

I've converted both my TV's to plasma personally, the picture quality is much better. Love my 65" Panasonic. I can't stand that artificial 240hz motion on LCD's.

On an iPhone note Apple store swapped out my iPhone 5 with the bad display, yeah.

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10-06-2012, 10:14 PM	#2853
Meat Supply Scooby Specialist Member#: 137902 Join Date: Jan 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: traverse city, Mi skeletor Vehicle: ---- Last night I dreamt of San Pedro	^ for sure, my wife's inspire is a pretty solid phone

10-06-2012, 10:44 PM	#2855
waltah Scooby Specialist Member#: 317856 Join Date: Apr 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: CNY	Broke 1 3GS screen and 1 I4 screen. Fixed them both myself for $60. Can you even fix samsungs? I mean, the Lego plastic would lead you to believe it would disassemble but who knows. Love my Samsung plasma. Shame they can't make a good phone.

10-06-2012, 10:48 PM	#2856
quentinberg007 Scooby Guru Member#: 7887 Join Date: Jun 2001	Panny > Samsung when it comes to plasma. Shocked at how great my near 5 year old Panasonic plasma still looks.

10-06-2012, 11:58 PM	#2859
scaryfastskier Scooby Specialist Member#: 7893 Join Date: Jun 2001 Chapter/Region: International Location: Saint Louis Vehicle: 2010 F150 & Iron883 Husky TE449 + TXC250	Legos are stronger than my feet, I'll give them that.

10-07-2012, 12:55 AM	#2861
izergfx Scooby Newbie Member#: 308012 Join Date: Jan 2012 Chapter/Region: International Location: Evil Empire Vehicle: C# & Java Devs* PM me*	Lego plastic Worst. Troll. Ever.

10-07-2012, 03:03 AM	#2863
Ultimateone Scooby Specialist Member#: 48025 Join Date: Nov 2003 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Nahant, MA Vehicle: 2011 WRX WRB, 302whp-320wtq	these phone threads just remind me of the old 360 vs ps3 battles...

10-07-2012, 07:38 AM	#2864
markman Scooby Newbie Member#: 93623 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: sometimes I poop too much Vehicle: then I get tired	The S3 might not even be the top dog anymore... HTC announced the One X+. More power, speed And it's made of metal and Megablocks and ****

10-07-2012, 09:36 AM	#2866
Kubek Scooby Specialist Member#: 53222 Join Date: Jan 2004 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: chicagoland Vehicle: '10 Genesis Coupe '99 Miata	Why You need removable battery? By the time a battery only holds 75% of the original charge Your phone will be obsolete.

10-07-2012, 11:32 AM	#2870
Russ77 Scooby Newbie Member#: 69369 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: when did i get a truck?	a removable battery comes in handy sometimes when stuck in certain boot loops or other lock ups. one x is a great phone but as far as I know the current firmware is still unrootable, hopefully this changes with the x+? as a result there is very little developer support. the inability to freeze or uninstall bloat or install ad away is a huge deal breaker for me.

10-07-2012, 12:33 PM	#2874
The Dayman Scooby Newbie Member#: 84815 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: I say you he dead	Way off topic but is burn in still an issue with plasmas? The last time I bought a tv I went with LCD since it was still a bit of an issue and well I'm thinking about getting a new tv in the near future and would like a plasma if they've overcome that.