Which Phone From This List?

gadget_uk · 13-12-2013, 00:06

I have narrowed my choice of phone from the following list.

HTC One
Samsung Galaxy S4
Sony Xperia Z1
LG G2
LG Nexus 5

I want to have the following (if possible).

Radio
Internet
Email
Apps
Music
Decent Camera
Big Screen with HD Resolution

Thanks in advance.

qasdfdsaq · 13-12-2013, 00:43

Well the Galaxy S4 and LG Nexus 5 both don't have radios so if you need that you can rule them out.

All the others have all of the above so it really just comes down to personal tastes tbh.

enapace · 13-12-2013, 08:13

Also comes down to fact if you care about having LTE Cat 4 instead of Cat 3. I would personally recommend either the HTC One or the Nexus 5 or Xperia Z1. But it also comes down to fact do you like the UI some companies use personally I hate touchwiz for example. You should really disregard apps and email all modern devices have that. Really comes down to the person these days no one device is the best for everyone. Plus have you looked into if radio station you listen to has an app most do these days.

If you not particularly bothered about 4G the Moto G might be the device for you that is a pretty solid device for an affordable price.

gavo360 · 13-12-2013, 08:51

All those phones you listed are top of the range and do a great jobs of all of the requirements you want other than radio if it's fm radio you are after. It is really a case of personal preference so if you can go to the shops to have a play with them. If that's not possible then do a bit of research on YouTube so you have a understanding between the manufacturers android skins.

SkyPlatinum · 13-12-2013, 09:37

HTC One

nathanbrazil · 13-12-2013, 10:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadget_uk

I have narrowed my choice of phone from the following list.

Why follow the herd and pay a small fortune. Check out the links below. I got the C2 model recently, and it's fantastic!

Zopo C2 review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUP8sj-yWxo

Zopo C3 review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V25rEpqdopM

Zopo factory testing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd8nPfmzDso

grumpyoldbat · 13-12-2013, 10:35

Just to point out that with an internet connection, you can use an app like TuneInRadio to listen to thousands of radio stations. You don't need an FM tuner for that. Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone.

swordman · 13-12-2013, 10:49

All good phones that will accomplish what you want. However if screen size is important go for the LG it has biggest screen and would possibly be my choice regardless.

finbaar · 13-12-2013, 12:37

LG G2 is the best of the bunch that fits the OPs criteria. Best screen, camera and processor. The only thing against it is the 16gb of storage with no expansion but that would not be a problem for many.

After that the Z1 has the same processor and a reasonable camera (let down by Sony's software). The screen is not as good but the 16gb of storage can be expanded.

The last of the bunch is the HTC1. Smaller screen with a stupid capacitive button choice (G2 and Z1 are virtual buttons). It's camera is good in low light but can't compete with the other two. It has an older processor but it does come with 32gb of non expandable storage. This is the choice if you listen to music through your phones speakers as they are great. It also looks nice but if you put a case on it forget about that part.

As has been said the S4 and N5 do not have an FM radio.

qasdfdsaq · 13-12-2013, 15:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by grumpyoldbat

Just to point out that with an internet connection, you can use an app like TuneInRadio to listen to thousands of radio stations. You don't need an FM tuner for that. Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone.

Thing is an actual FM tuner
1) Uses a lot less battery
2) Doesn't drain your data allowance
3) Works even when you have no mobile signal.

MGS4SnakeRulez · 13-12-2013, 17:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by nathanbrazil

Why follow the herd and pay a small fortune. Check out the links below. I got the C2 model recently, and it's fantastic!

OP might be getting a free contract upgrade.

henrywilliams58 · 13-12-2013, 19:06

I am delighted with my

2013 5.5" 1GB + 4GB Android 4.2.1 Note 2 MTK6589 Star S7189 8.0MP 3G Phone for £109 from skhuamei2015 (she has been recommended here before)

No radio though - other through the internet.

http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=226

Quote:

Originally Posted by MGS4SnakeRulez

OP might be getting a free contract upgrade.

Switch to a pay monthly SIM only contract

finbaar · 13-12-2013, 23:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by henrywilliams58

I am delighted with my

2013 5.5" 1GB + 4GB Android 4.2.1 Note 2 MTK6589 Star S7189 8.0MP 3G Phone for £109 from skhuamei2015 (she has been recommended here before)

No radio though - other through the internet.

http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=226

Switch to a pay monthly SIM only contract

Wow. QHD a 5.5 inch screen, a limited modem but, worse of all looks like a cloned of Touch Wizard. Lovely. I can't see the point of buying these now Moto is available. I imported a phone from China and is utter crop. I would advise everyone to avoid these low end copies.

gadget_uk · 13-12-2013, 23:41

How good is the LG G2 in terms of performance and features, compared to the other phones I have listed?

Thanks in advance.

Mark in Essex · 14-12-2013, 08:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadget_uk

How good is the LG G2 in terms of performance and features, compared to the other phones I have listed?

Thanks in advance.

If you could cope with the 16gb memory and non swappable battery then the G2 would be the best phone by far.

I believe the G2 has got the same processor as the Galaxy Note 3?

Also the battery is ment to be really good and I was blown away by the screen.

Just wish they did a 64gb version or option to add an SD card.

You can get hold of the 32gb version off Ebay but you have to buy it SIM free.

alanwarwic · 14-12-2013, 11:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by grumpyoldbat

...Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone.

Data availability varies as do data plans. An average 1GB does not accommodate much streaming radio. So considering FM comes standard on so many chipsets, it is simply customer unfriendly to not make it available.

Anika Hanson · 14-12-2013, 11:18

The S4 would be my preference.

13-12-2013, 00:06	#1
gadget_uk Forum Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 331	Which Phone From This List? I have narrowed my choice of phone from the following list. HTC One Samsung Galaxy S4 Sony Xperia Z1 LG G2 LG Nexus 5 I want to have the following (if possible). Radio Internet Email Apps Music Decent Camera Big Screen with HD Resolution Thanks in advance.

13-12-2013, 23:41	#14
gadget_uk Forum Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 331	How good is the LG G2? How good is the LG G2 in terms of performance and features, compared to the other phones I have listed? Thanks in advance.

13-12-2013, 00:43	#2
qasdfdsaq Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 3,286	Well the Galaxy S4 and LG Nexus 5 both don't have radios so if you need that you can rule them out. All the others have all of the above so it really just comes down to personal tastes tbh.

13-12-2013, 08:13	#3
enapace Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 4,249	Also comes down to fact if you care about having LTE Cat 4 instead of Cat 3. I would personally recommend either the HTC One or the Nexus 5 or Xperia Z1. But it also comes down to fact do you like the UI some companies use personally I hate touchwiz for example. You should really disregard apps and email all modern devices have that. Really comes down to the person these days no one device is the best for everyone. Plus have you looked into if radio station you listen to has an app most do these days. If you not particularly bothered about 4G the Moto G might be the device for you that is a pretty solid device for an affordable price.

13-12-2013, 08:51	#4
gavo360 Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 1,568	All those phones you listed are top of the range and do a great jobs of all of the requirements you want other than radio if it's fm radio you are after. It is really a case of personal preference so if you can go to the shops to have a play with them. If that's not possible then do a bit of research on YouTube so you have a understanding between the manufacturers android skins.

13-12-2013, 09:37	#5
SkyPlatinum Inactive Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 769	HTC One

13-12-2013, 10:29	#6
nathanbrazil Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AccountKiller Posts: 8,749	Quote: Originally Posted by gadget_uk I have narrowed my choice of phone from the following list. Why follow the herd and pay a small fortune. Check out the links below. I got the C2 model recently, and it's fantastic! Zopo C2 review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUP8sj-yWxo Zopo C3 review http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V25rEpqdopM Zopo factory testing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd8nPfmzDso

13-12-2013, 10:35	#7
grumpyoldbat Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 3,636	Just to point out that with an internet connection, you can use an app like TuneInRadio to listen to thousands of radio stations. You don't need an FM tuner for that. Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone.

13-12-2013, 10:49	#8
swordman Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 6,342	All good phones that will accomplish what you want. However if screen size is important go for the LG it has biggest screen and would possibly be my choice regardless.

13-12-2013, 12:37	#9
finbaar Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 3,921	LG G2 is the best of the bunch that fits the OPs criteria. Best screen, camera and processor. The only thing against it is the 16gb of storage with no expansion but that would not be a problem for many. After that the Z1 has the same processor and a reasonable camera (let down by Sony's software). The screen is not as good but the 16gb of storage can be expanded. The last of the bunch is the HTC1. Smaller screen with a stupid capacitive button choice (G2 and Z1 are virtual buttons). It's camera is good in low light but can't compete with the other two. It has an older processor but it does come with 32gb of non expandable storage. This is the choice if you listen to music through your phones speakers as they are great. It also looks nice but if you put a case on it forget about that part. As has been said the S4 and N5 do not have an FM radio.

13-12-2013, 15:38	#10
qasdfdsaq Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 3,286	Quote: Originally Posted by grumpyoldbat Just to point out that with an internet connection, you can use an app like TuneInRadio to listen to thousands of radio stations. You don't need an FM tuner for that. Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone. Thing is an actual FM tuner 1) Uses a lot less battery 2) Doesn't drain your data allowance 3) Works even when you have no mobile signal.

13-12-2013, 17:09	#11
MGS4SnakeRulez Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 16,705	Quote: Originally Posted by nathanbrazil Why follow the herd and pay a small fortune. Check out the links below. I got the C2 model recently, and it's fantastic! OP might be getting a free contract upgrade.

13-12-2013, 19:06	#12
henrywilliams58 Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: London Posts: 4,710	I am delighted with my 2013 5.5" 1GB + 4GB Android 4.2.1 Note 2 MTK6589 Star S7189 8.0MP 3G Phone for £109 from skhuamei2015 (she has been recommended here before) No radio though - other through the internet. http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=226 Quote: Originally Posted by MGS4SnakeRulez OP might be getting a free contract upgrade. Switch to a pay monthly SIM only contract

13-12-2013, 23:30	#13
finbaar Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 3,921	Quote: Originally Posted by henrywilliams58 I am delighted with my 2013 5.5" 1GB + 4GB Android 4.2.1 Note 2 MTK6589 Star S7189 8.0MP 3G Phone for £109 from skhuamei2015 (she has been recommended here before) No radio though - other through the internet. http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=226 Switch to a pay monthly SIM only contract Wow. QHD a 5.5 inch screen, a limited modem but, worse of all looks like a cloned of Touch Wizard. Lovely. I can't see the point of buying these now Moto is available. I imported a phone from China and is utter crop. I would advise everyone to avoid these low end copies.

14-12-2013, 08:25	#15
Mark in Essex Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,644	Quote: Originally Posted by gadget_uk How good is the LG G2 in terms of performance and features, compared to the other phones I have listed? Thanks in advance. If you could cope with the 16gb memory and non swappable battery then the G2 would be the best phone by far. I believe the G2 has got the same processor as the Galaxy Note 3? Also the battery is ment to be really good and I was blown away by the screen. Just wish they did a 64gb version or option to add an SD card. You can get hold of the 32gb version off Ebay but you have to buy it SIM free.

14-12-2013, 11:05	#16
alanwarwic Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: the wild world web Posts: 28,132	Quote: Originally Posted by grumpyoldbat ...Let's face it, if you're not going to have an internet connection, why would you buy a smartphone. Data availability varies as do data plans. An average 1GB does not accommodate much streaming radio. So considering FM comes standard on so many chipsets, it is simply customer unfriendly to not make it available.

14-12-2013, 11:18	#17
Anika Hanson Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: UK Posts: 14,219	The S4 would be my preference.

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