Samsung Galaxy S2 or Iphone 4?

vicsmoxey · 15-02-2012, 19:24

Due an upgrade on my mobile phone contract next week and looking at either the samsung galaxy s2 or iphone 4. Which is the best? I like to use the internet, play games etc on phones, but not into the facebook nonsense. Only thing is I'm not overly keen on itunes for music, so would the galaxy be preferable?

late8 · 15-02-2012, 20:36

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swordman · 15-02-2012, 20:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by vicsmoxey

Due an upgrade on my mobile phone contract next week and looking at either the samsung galaxy s2 or iphone 4. Which is the best? I like to use the internet, play games etc on phones, but not into the facebook nonsense. Only thing is I'm not overly keen on itunes for music, so would the galaxy be preferable?

why are you choosing between an s2 and a iphone 4 may as well include a nokia 3210 as well. Do you mean 4s if so plenty of threads on here comparing such .. long read though

grumpyoldbat · 15-02-2012, 20:49

Essentially, there's no such thing as a best phone, there's best FOR YOU. Your opinion will differ from the next person and the person after that.

From the tiny amount of information you've provided, both phones will do all those things equally well. It's simply down to what you might prefer. These threads almost always end up in some kind of argument, so to simplify matters, I'll simply say go to the shop and play with them both and see which you like best!

John Malkovich · 15-02-2012, 21:09

I would say they're equal, except - the iPhone 4 has a silky smooth user interface, far more apps and a premium feel.

The Galaxy S2 has a removable battery, expandable memory, a normal sim card and uses a more customisable operating system.

swordman · 15-02-2012, 21:16

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Originally Posted by John Malkovich

I would say they're equal, except - the iPhone 4 has a silky smooth user interface, far more apps and a premium feel.

The Galaxy S2 has a removable battery, expandable memory, a normal sim card and uses a more customisable operating system.

Try and look into the s2 v the iphone 4 yourself and ignore comments such as this or you will be badly misinformed

call100 · 15-02-2012, 21:33

Just search the forum for the endless arguments........................

S2 definitely.....

Dark 1 · 15-02-2012, 21:44

They're both premium phones. Each have pros and cons in hardware and software, but are rarely deal killing issues for most folk. Quite simply which is best for you comes down to which you prefer using.

swordman · 16-02-2012, 00:48

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Originally Posted by Dark 1

They're both premium phones. Each have pros and cons in hardware and software, but are rarely deal killing issues for most folk. Quite simply which is best for you comes down to which you prefer using.

IP4 is not a premium phone

Dark 1 · 16-02-2012, 00:57

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Originally Posted by swordman

IP4 is not a premium phone

Okay, I see my error. I assumed he meant the 4S. Maybe he did. OP, can you please clarify?

Stuart_h · 16-02-2012, 12:15

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Originally Posted by Dark 1

Okay, I see my error. I assumed he meant the 4S. Maybe he did. OP, can you please clarify?

IP4S is not a Premium Phone either

(runs for cover)

alanwarwic · 16-02-2012, 12:51

The iPhone 4 has a better screen than the one on the 4s so for those not needing games but wanting an Apple product it can be a decent choice.

I imagine the 4 does not have the option for 2G removed so again the 4 can give better battery life.

ShaunW · 16-02-2012, 12:51

Just got the Galaxy S2 this week, at the moment I'm impressed .

grumpyoldbat · 16-02-2012, 13:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by alanwarwic

The iPhone 4 has a better screen than the one on the 4s so for those not needing games but wanting an Apple product it can be a decent choice.

I imagine the 4 does not have the option for 2G removed so again the 4 can give better battery life.

The screen resolution on the 4 and the 4S are the same.

The removal of the 3G option was an OS 5 thing, so it'll affect both phones, but sites are reporting that will reappear in 5.1 because customers have complained about its removal.

HOWEVER, still doesn't change the advice to the OP, which is go to a shop, try them both out, see which one you like best!

JoLuc · 16-02-2012, 14:55

I'm currently in a quandry over the Galaxy and the HTC Sensation XE
I'll probably go with the Galaxy.

Stuart_h · 16-02-2012, 14:59

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Originally Posted by JoLuc

I'm currently in a quandry over the Galaxy and the HTC Sensation XE
I'll probably go with the Galaxy.

..... or the Nexus surely (

)

especially with Jellybean now rumoured

The Nexus may get Jellybean before the SG2 gets ICS ..... (although i doubt that the Jellybean rumours are true)

(just to really help with your decision making

)

ACU · 16-02-2012, 15:38

If you want it for internet and gaming, get the one with the bigger screen. Surfing and gaming on a bigger screen is far better than on a smaller screen.

Also at the end of the month is the MWC. I would wait till after the MWC before upgrading. There is going to be some very nice phones unveiled. Unfortuantly you will have to wait a bit longer for the samsung galaxy 3....possibly late Q2 of this year.

sensoria · 16-02-2012, 17:01

Go for the iPhone, it realluy pi**es people off.

Stuart_h · 16-02-2012, 17:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensoria

Go for the iPhone, it realluy pi**es people off.

particularly those that end up with iPhones

Mark in Essex · 16-02-2012, 21:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stuart_h

..... or the Nexus surely (

)

especially with Jellybean now rumoured

The Nexus may get Jellybean before the SG2 gets ICS ..... (although i doubt that the Jellybean rumours are true)

(just to really help with your decision making

)

I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE.

Lordy Lordy · 17-02-2012, 16:13

I've just got the Nokia Lumia 800 (also got an IPhone 4S which is up for grabs if anyone wants to make me an offer, on o2) and I think that it's a fabulous piece of kit.

Dai13371 · 17-02-2012, 16:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark in Essex

I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE.

You sir win the prize of the day!

Joel's dad · 17-02-2012, 16:24

As the owner of both these phones I would say iPhone 4 ALLL FRIKIN DAY LONG!!!

far2cool · 17-02-2012, 16:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark in Essex

I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE.

*chuckles*

Stuart_h · 17-02-2012, 16:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joel's dad

As the owner of both these phones I would say iPhone 4 ALLL FRIKIN DAY LONG!!!

... not even the 4s .... thats surprising......

15-02-2012, 19:24	#1
vicsmoxey Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 248	Samsung Galaxy S2 or Iphone 4? Due an upgrade on my mobile phone contract next week and looking at either the samsung galaxy s2 or iphone 4. Which is the best? I like to use the internet, play games etc on phones, but not into the facebook nonsense. Only thing is I'm not overly keen on itunes for music, so would the galaxy be preferable?

16-02-2012, 14:59	#16
Stuart_h Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 3,474	Quote: Originally Posted by JoLuc I'm currently in a quandry over the Galaxy and the HTC Sensation XE I'll probably go with the Galaxy. ..... or the Nexus surely () especially with Jellybean now rumoured The Nexus may get Jellybean before the SG2 gets ICS ..... (although i doubt that the Jellybean rumours are true) (just to really help with your decision making )

16-02-2012, 21:06	#20
Mark in Essex Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,644	Quote: Originally Posted by Stuart_h ..... or the Nexus surely () especially with Jellybean now rumoured The Nexus may get Jellybean before the SG2 gets ICS ..... (although i doubt that the Jellybean rumours are true) (just to really help with your decision making ) I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE.

15-02-2012, 20:36	#2
late8 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 7,052	3 2 1 can of worms

15-02-2012, 20:36	#3
swordman Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 6,342	Quote: Originally Posted by vicsmoxey Due an upgrade on my mobile phone contract next week and looking at either the samsung galaxy s2 or iphone 4. Which is the best? I like to use the internet, play games etc on phones, but not into the facebook nonsense. Only thing is I'm not overly keen on itunes for music, so would the galaxy be preferable? why are you choosing between an s2 and a iphone 4 may as well include a nokia 3210 as well. Do you mean 4s if so plenty of threads on here comparing such .. long read though

15-02-2012, 20:49	#4
grumpyoldbat Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 3,636	Essentially, there's no such thing as a best phone, there's best FOR YOU. Your opinion will differ from the next person and the person after that. From the tiny amount of information you've provided, both phones will do all those things equally well. It's simply down to what you might prefer. These threads almost always end up in some kind of argument, so to simplify matters, I'll simply say go to the shop and play with them both and see which you like best!

15-02-2012, 21:09	#5
John Malkovich Forum Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 331	I would say they're equal, except - the iPhone 4 has a silky smooth user interface, far more apps and a premium feel. The Galaxy S2 has a removable battery, expandable memory, a normal sim card and uses a more customisable operating system.

15-02-2012, 21:16	#6
swordman Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 6,342	Quote: Originally Posted by John Malkovich I would say they're equal, except - the iPhone 4 has a silky smooth user interface, far more apps and a premium feel. The Galaxy S2 has a removable battery, expandable memory, a normal sim card and uses a more customisable operating system. Try and look into the s2 v the iphone 4 yourself and ignore comments such as this or you will be badly misinformed

15-02-2012, 21:33	#7
call100 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 6,572	Just search the forum for the endless arguments........................ S2 definitely.....

15-02-2012, 21:44	#8
Dark 1 Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Nottingham Posts: 3,975	They're both premium phones. Each have pros and cons in hardware and software, but are rarely deal killing issues for most folk. Quite simply which is best for you comes down to which you prefer using.

16-02-2012, 00:48	#9
swordman Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 6,342	Quote: Originally Posted by Dark 1 They're both premium phones. Each have pros and cons in hardware and software, but are rarely deal killing issues for most folk. Quite simply which is best for you comes down to which you prefer using. IP4 is not a premium phone

16-02-2012, 00:57	#10
Dark 1 Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Nottingham Posts: 3,975	Quote: Originally Posted by swordman IP4 is not a premium phone Okay, I see my error. I assumed he meant the 4S. Maybe he did. OP, can you please clarify?

16-02-2012, 12:15	#11
Stuart_h Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 3,474	Quote: Originally Posted by Dark 1 Okay, I see my error. I assumed he meant the 4S. Maybe he did. OP, can you please clarify? IP4S is not a Premium Phone either (runs for cover)

16-02-2012, 12:51	#12
alanwarwic Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: the wild world web Posts: 28,132	The iPhone 4 has a better screen than the one on the 4s so for those not needing games but wanting an Apple product it can be a decent choice. I imagine the 4 does not have the option for 2G removed so again the 4 can give better battery life.

16-02-2012, 12:51	#13
ShaunW Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gtr Manchester Posts: 2,314	Just got the Galaxy S2 this week, at the moment I'm impressed .

16-02-2012, 13:35	#14
grumpyoldbat Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 3,636	Quote: Originally Posted by alanwarwic The iPhone 4 has a better screen than the one on the 4s so for those not needing games but wanting an Apple product it can be a decent choice. I imagine the 4 does not have the option for 2G removed so again the 4 can give better battery life. The screen resolution on the 4 and the 4S are the same. The removal of the 3G option was an OS 5 thing, so it'll affect both phones, but sites are reporting that will reappear in 5.1 because customers have complained about its removal. HOWEVER, still doesn't change the advice to the OP, which is go to a shop, try them both out, see which one you like best!

16-02-2012, 14:55	#15
JoLuc Inactive Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,699	I'm currently in a quandry over the Galaxy and the HTC Sensation XE I'll probably go with the Galaxy.

16-02-2012, 15:38	#17
ACU Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 7,916	If you want it for internet and gaming, get the one with the bigger screen. Surfing and gaming on a bigger screen is far better than on a smaller screen. Also at the end of the month is the MWC. I would wait till after the MWC before upgrading. There is going to be some very nice phones unveiled. Unfortuantly you will have to wait a bit longer for the samsung galaxy 3....possibly late Q2 of this year.

16-02-2012, 17:01	#18
sensoria Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 4,571	Go for the iPhone, it realluy pi**es people off.

16-02-2012, 17:36	#19
Stuart_h Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 3,474	Quote: Originally Posted by sensoria Go for the iPhone, it realluy pi**es people off. particularly those that end up with iPhones

17-02-2012, 16:13	#21
Lordy Lordy Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Bedfordshire Posts: 1,557	I've just got the Nokia Lumia 800 (also got an IPhone 4S which is up for grabs if anyone wants to make me an offer, on o2) and I think that it's a fabulous piece of kit.

17-02-2012, 16:23	#22
Dai13371 Forum Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ammanford, South Wales Posts: 7,911	Quote: Originally Posted by Mark in Essex I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE. You sir win the prize of the day!

17-02-2012, 16:24	#23
Joel's dad Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,481	As the owner of both these phones I would say iPhone 4 ALLL FRIKIN DAY LONG!!!

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17-02-2012, 16:27	#24
far2cool Forum Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 5,964	Quote: Originally Posted by Mark in Essex I thought the next Android OS was APPLE CRUMBLE. chuckles

17-02-2012, 16:39	#25
Stuart_h Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 3,474	Quote: Originally Posted by Joel's dad As the owner of both these phones I would say iPhone 4 ALLL FRIKIN DAY LONG!!! ... not even the 4s .... thats surprising......