HTC One or Galaxy S4? - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

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Depends what you want. Go HTC for hardware, S4 for software.
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junkiehallow said:
Depends what you want. Go HTC for hardware, S4 for software.
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Nope, HTC for design, S4 for hardware and software!
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Samsung S4 for design, hardware and software. HTC if you want to support a company that's about to go bankrupt.

I like both but the One has a smaller screen, I'd love a slightly larger screen. And I like Multi Window on the S4. Decisions decisions.
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s4 no doubt . Samsung is more durable ,sturdy , its hardware is good
and s4 software is amazing
htc - no clue why I'd go for htc ( unless someone id addicted to sense )
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HTC for design and build quality, hate plastic flimsyness. Plus sense 5 is beautiful and looks gorgeous on the phone, and sense is (imo) so much better than touchwiz, and more besides.
BlackBerry was down n out but then z10 released and there profits are literally almost 10 times higher and sales of older models are selling better as well. Taiwan also pretty keen on HTC, I suspect they will bail them out and keep em goin for a bit should the situation turn diar. The market changes so quickly that no company stays consistent in the market, HTC were smartphone market leaders not very long ago and I think once tegra 4 and snapdragon 800 come out, in combination with the new marketing head and tactics, there could be a bit of a resurgence, and I really hope for one. I think HTC have finally realised being 'quietly brilliant' doesnt work against the comparative megaphones that apple and Samsung announce there products with.
Lol, sorry, basically I'd go with the one cos it looks and feels better, very little seperating them on the inside so comes down to aesthetics, which would you be happier/more comfortable looking at and holding.
As a side note I assume HTC are still doing the dropbox 25gb thing, don't know if Samsung have an alternative but dropbox has been a surprisingly useful and commonly used feature, plus having all photos/vids instantly backed up is nice.
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HTC One is better than S4 ,,, no doubt about it.

Samsung is if you like Republic of Korea,
HTC if you like Republic of China.

i think if u waited the note 3 you will not regret it

Go with HTC One. It is always better to have a better hardware than software. You can't make up for what your hardware lacks when compared to to other phones, but software can easily be done. And don't worry HTC won't be going bankrupt any time soon, sliding profits ≠ the company is going to be bankrupt.

FinancialWar said:
Samsung S4 for design, hardware and software. HTC if you want to support a company that's about to go bankrupt.
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Samsung galaxy S4 has no great design it's same like Note 2 and galaxy grand. It's all plastic whereas HTC One has a great aluminum unibody which is great and it looks much better than Samsung galaxy S4.
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Rv57500 said:
Samsung galaxy S4 has no great design it's same like Note 2 and galaxy grand. It's all plastic whereas HTC One has a great aluminum unibody which is great and it looks much better than Samsung galaxy S4.
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lol, because your personal opinion = fact. Right?

The Grand and the Mega are just too big. Are they even phones? The S4 is not more durable, its plastic. Ew.
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If the ONE's camera is not bad , I prefer ONE. The outlook of S4 is out of fashion:laugh:

I'm going for the One.
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HTC note lol

Did u guys here about this
Feel free to express thoughts and opinions
I honestly think it will suck just cause it looks ugly and its HTC
http://www.themobileindian.com/news/6305_HTC-planning-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-competitor
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Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I enjoy HTC phones, but as of late their speakers are worthless. Coming from HTC there are things I miss, but I love my note.
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It will be over priced, have the crappiest display ever and probably the same 800mah battery they have been using in all their phones since the touch pro.
6 months later they will release 3 more versions, 1 won't have a front facing camera, one will lack LTE and the other will have a smaller screen but the supply will be so low only a handful will buy it.
3 months later those 3 phones will get updated with faster processors and less ram and they will all have the same screen size and then they will stick 4 cameras on their note refresh and announce a line of accessories in partnership with jay-z's rocawear clothing line shortly before being bought out by LG.
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It will be over priced, have the crappiest display ever and probably the same 800mah battery they have been using in all their phones since the touch pro.
6 months later they will release 3 more versions, 1 won't have a front facing camera, one will lack LTE and the other will have a smaller screen but the supply will be so low only a handful will buy it.
3 months later those 3 phones will get updated with faster processors and less ram and they will all have the same screen size and then they will stick 4 cameras on their note refresh and announce a line of accessories in partnership with jay-z's rocawear clothing line shortly before being bought out by LG.
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LOL i will click thanks just for this laugh haha
Sense 4.0 might actually shine on a note like phone, but like all HTC's lately the speakers and the battery would be major problems.
The specs look crazy. 1080p screen is not a crappy screen by any means.
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The specs look crazy. 1080p screen is not a crappy screen by any means.
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+1 Looks good to me also, I'm all for the continuance of 5" form factor phones... great news, this will make the Note 2 even better
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+1 Looks good to me also, I'm all for the continuance of 5" form factor phones... great news, this will make the Note 2 even better
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more like a huge textbook instead of note.
when i think htc, i think HEAVY THICK CRAPS!
They just better bring their A-game. I'd imagine them using the S4 PRO, HD screen of some sorts and the usual other jazz. It really comes down to battery life and their software. Software is what's been killing the OneX in all comparison tests.
I'd imagine a name like the HTC One-Scribe or simply Scribe...since it will come with the scribe pen.
Regardless, competition will only make the Note 2 that much better. I personally wont switch to the HTC variant no matter what the specs.
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They just better bring their A-game. I'd imagine them using the S4 PRO, HD screen of some sorts and the usual other jazz. It really comes down to battery life and their software. Software is what's been killing the OneX in all comparison tests.
I'd imagine a name like the HTC One-Scribe or simply Scribe...since it will come with the scribe pen.
Regardless, competition will only make the Note 2 that much better. I personally wont switch to the HTC variant no matter what the specs.
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Amen brother!!
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More competition = teh bettah
From the looks of that the included pen won't fit inside it, which is a killer negative point in my eyes for a phone.
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Im hoping for Samsung to make a second generation note. I just love this device. I could care less about top end specs. As long as it works for me, I'm getting it.
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
What's with the negative comments OP? More android phones on the market is a good thing, no?
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What's with the negative comments OP? More android phones on the market is a good thing, no?
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Well it ia but i just think that HTC trying to copy Samsung isn't going to really workout for them that's just mt.personal opinion
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Its not like HTC coming out with a 5.3, u can't call that copy...
Fine... Maybe HTC is copying the Dell streak lol
Samsung is ahead in the android game. But HTC is a close second and they're trying to get back into the top spot. So why not compete in the phablet category? (tablet phones = small and new market). The more (options) the better I guess. If Apple jumped on the tablet phone category, they would have a huge market.
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
Since I've gotten my Note, I'll probably always be looking for a 5"+ screen for every future phone ... so I love any future where multiple manufacturers compete in the 5"+ phone form factor.
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Since I've gotten my Note, I'll probably always be looking for a 5"+ screen for every future phone ... so I love any future where multiple manufacturers compete in the 5"+ phone form factor.
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+1. If Samsung decides to discontinue the Note after the first one, my options will be probably limited. We need more 5 inch screen devices.
I've had software/hardware issues with my last two Samsung phones which is why I haven't purchased a note. Whether it's HTC or another manufacturer building a note like phone it gives me another choice which is good. Competition drives development = WIN.
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Doubt about new phone

Greetings! First of all sorry for my bad english.
I'm watching this forums for some time but I finally made an account because I need some advice.
I have Galaxy Ace at the moment and I'm in a search for a new android one.
So i got stuck on Xperia S, Galaxy S2 or something 3rd
And I'm not sure if galaxy S2 is still worth buying? Is there any better dual core andorid?
Quad core is just to much at the moment for me and I don't see any reason to get one.
I found HTC one S is a great phone but it's to costly for me and I really don't like HTC phones.
Anybody?
Best dual core android at the moment? Or at least best for its value
The galaxy S II is still a great phone. Depending who your service provider is you could maybe even get some other phones, but the s2 is amazing. It is one of the most durable phones, even though it does feel cheap. It will come with touchwiz so I suggest you put a custom rom on it. The battery life is pretty nice on it. The screen is nice, large and bright. The phone is very nice, with its biggest downfall being it feels rather cheap, but still a trustworthy phone.
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i think too... Galaxy 2 its very good ..
Many thanks!!
Good luck!
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It's a good phone, especially considering how the newer phones have terrible giant screens.
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Samsung Galaxy Note :thumbup:
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It's a good phone, especially considering how the newer phones have terrible giant screens.
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chintamanijaipuri said:
Samsung Galaxy Note :thumbup:
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Exhibit A.
buy SGS2 i think is the best 2-core mobile on market

[Q] Getting New Android Phone and have no idea whic one

Hello.
So, Yeah. I'm going to get something new.
After I had unfortunate accident when my Droid RAZR broke in my pocket without any crash, I'm receiving new one for warranty and decide to change something, because I hate when phone breaks without reason
I live in Poland, so I need something that reach europe.
What I need... Specs comparable with RAZR (CPU and RAM. Some nice GPU would also be nice), Screen at least same quality as it and overall nice quality.
It would be also welcome to be easily moddable with decent amount of Custom ROMs for it. Official/Unofficial CM support is also welcome.
And one more thing. No SGS2. I'm tired of it.
So. Any propositions?
Thanks in advance!
Galaxy S II is old, why would anyone suggest it with the Galaxy S III is out? If you're tired of Samsung then go for an HTC One X. If not, the Samsung Galaxy S III is waiting to love you. I'd suggest a Nexus but you seem to be pretty content with rooting and ROMs so I guess it isn't necessary.
How about Galaxy Note 2? Supposed to be announced at end of month
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If you like rooting and roming, go with the Nexus. Otherwise, Galaxy S III or One X.
Ooh, go for the Xperia gx. Actually, scratch that. I don't think it's available in Europe yet... maybe the acro s... damn I'm not really sure when it comes to Europe.
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go for the one X, but rooting it might be a bit difficult, if so, then go with a nexus!
I would suggest a Galaxy Nexus. Nexus devices always get the official updates first and will be supported for a long time (for example: Nexus S got JellyBean, Galaxy S which has almost the same hardware has not even gotten official ICS...)
Get Galaxy Note 2. It will be released in few days.
Galaxy s3 is an awesome choice too.
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The nexus s is very close in spec to your RAZR. The camera isn't as nice, but fantastic device none the less. You can get them cheap right now too.
The SGS3 is an incredible device. It blows away the RAZR in performance from every angle.
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Nexus does not have good camera.
Either go for HTC One S .. !!
Htc one x if u can live without external memory.
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the Galaxy Nexus is awesome and includes real stock jelly bean!!! (http://www.google.com/nexus/#/galaxy)
the Samsung Galaxy 3 i an awesome phone!
the HTC One X is Amazingly strong!!
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Nexus does not have good camera.
Either go for HTC One S .. !!
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The nexus does not have a good camera, but if you get one knowing that, the rest of the device is superb.
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Thanks for all replies. I think that I'll go with Nexus. However I've got one question about it. I heard that it doesn't have Gorilla Glass display. Can anyone say something about its resistance for little scratches?
Nexus S
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Can someone tell me why is Nexus S is why so much preferred when Galaxy S3 is far costlier than it ?
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Acuap said:
Thanks for all replies. I think that I'll go with Nexus. However I've got one question about it. I heard that it doesn't have Gorilla Glass display. Can anyone say something about its resistance for little scratches?
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It doesn't have a gorilla glass display??
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If you can get a Galaxy S III go for it because Samsung just came out with the official jelly bean OTA , otherwise Galaxy Nexus ftw...
The Galaxy Nexus does not have a gorilla glass display , only a scratch resistant one...I haven't really tested mine by putting it in my pocket with my keys lol, but If you get a decent screen protector you won't have any problems...
Gorilla Glass is a big plus , but its a small price to pay for the software experience you're getting out of this phone...Pure AOSP Android experience , you will get the latest updates FIRST, and not have to wait like with the SIII for example...or any other phone for that matter...
Plus its a pretty powerful phone..well worth its money right now if you don't care about the mediocre camera...(which I personally think is fine...1080p video at 30fps , with decent lighting it records great... Photos are OK as well so...)
OR if you're good at waiting you can wait for the new nexus to come out that might have a GG display, but Google hasn't even announced it officially yet so...
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[Q] What to get?

I am ready for an upgrade on Verizon and can't quite make up my mind on what I want. I'm coming from a Motorola Droid 4 and debating between Galaxy S3, Galaxy Nexus, wating for Galaxy Note 2, or waiting for the next Nexus.
I know the Nexus is old news but I love my Nexus 7 and still want something that will have plenty of developer support. On the other hand the screen is a little on the small side and the lack of SD card might be a dealbreaker.
I could always wait for the next Nexus but who knows when that could be and if the LG rumors are true I may not be interested (not a fan).
The Galaxy note sounds great because it's big but is it too big? The extra screen room would always be welcome but I'm not sure if maybe this is too much.
Finally the S3 seems like a great phone and although I'm not a big fan of touchwiz I'm sure using a launcher or a custom rom will be enough to make up for this. I like that the screen isn't a measly 4 inches but at the same time it does feel weird in my hand, it's thin, maybe too thin.
Feel free to suggest any other phones I may be missing out on but they have to have NFC, at LEAST 4.0 in. screen (preferably upwards of 4.5), and if it won't get/doesn't have jellybean plenty of dev support so I can port it onto the device myself.
So... what phone should I get?
Galaxy S3 is good. but i am a htc fan, so it is all about how you use your phone.
Gs3 will have JB soon get that.
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Galaxy S3 is good. but i am a htc fan, so it is all about how you use your phone.
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I just don't think I can do Sense. It's the only skin I dislike more than Touch Wiz. But if the phone was good enough I would consider living with it I suppose.
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[Q] Galaxy Sx to HTC One

Anyone here with a HTC one who previously owned a Samsung Galaxy phone?
I've been thinking about the HTC One and would like to know your thoughts.
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Thanks,
It's much faster but the buttons are in the stupidest places possible.
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I moved from the HTC Aria to the Samsung Captivate, S2, and S3. I love the HTC One. There are little things like zoom that I don't like, but overall I'm pleased.
To be honest, I probably would have went to the S4, but the physical home button on the S3 turned me away.
They are both great phones and you should be happy either way you go.
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I had a galaxy s2 and and galaxy note 1. I loved them both and they did their job nicely.... But.... I just never like the build quality, plastic just doesn't do it for me. I found myself going back to my old HTC inspire all the time just because I like the feel of the aluminium. I caught back and forth between the s4 and the one. I choose the one for a few reasons: the body is awesome, the screen is insane, feels amazing in your hand. I hate buttons, I lactually like the HTC setup of home and back only. The s4 cool features I realized I would never use, only to show off with haha. And most of all for me, the camera on the one in low light is freaking amazing!! I live were there's no sun, so this is a big deal for me. Hope this helps, and go ahead and ask any questions or concerns, I am well experienced in both phones.
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Lol I believe everyone had to go through the tough decision between the HTC One and the S4. I sure did...I stayed at BestBuy for about an Hour before I walked out with the One. The phone is incredibly smooth out of the box, very snappy and the screen is beautiful (accurate). The battery is good but it is no Note 2. I guess HTC kept a 2300mAh battery to keep the phone thin. You won't feel any creeks when you hold or squeeze the device unlike the S4. No doubts at all. I also came from the Old Galaxy Note and now, I'm missing the large display. I don't like how the Note 3 looks so I'm waiting for the HTC One Max!
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Thank you all! Im glad you shared your thoughts.
The One is the best aesthetically IMHO. Tired of the plastic galaxy phones. Just wasnt sure about battery and GUI.
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Thank you all! Im glad you shared your thoughts.
The One is the best aesthetically IMHO. Tired of the plastic galaxy phones. Just wasnt sure about battery and GUI.
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I like sense a lot better than touchwiz. Battery is pretty good. I prefer the one over the s4.
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I just ordered a black HTC One. :fingers-crossed:
Was debating between S4 and HTC One. Wanted something different for a changed, currently using an AT&T Galaxy SII I-777.
HTC One for $120 instead of S4's $150 upgrade price.
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I like sense a lot better than touchwiz. Battery is pretty good. I prefer the one over the s4.
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Why? I'm on the edge.
jd1639 said:
Why? I'm on the edge.
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It looks better, it feels better, it's more responsive, the screen looks better to me, the audio is better, camera is good(not quite as good as s4). Sense is better to me than tw.
Play with them both. I'd be surprised if you like the s4 better. They're both good phones though. I just think the one is better.
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It looks better, it feels better, it's more responsive, the screen looks better to me, the audio is better, camera is good(not quite as good as s4). Sense is better to me than tw.
Play with them both. I'd be surprised if you like the s4 better. They're both good phones though. I just think the one is better.
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How about flashing roms? The s4 has some issues with mf3 firmware. only root now, no custom recovery.
jd1639 said:
How about flashing roms? The s4 has some issues with mf3 firmware. only root now, no custom recovery.
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Our recoveries are all fine. The only issue is if you update your hboot you might have trouble with s-off. But right now there are ways around it. All is good over here and we can use all the international roms as well.
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Thanks @xcrazydx. I appreciate your comments. You make a good case for the one. Still loving the rocket though so I'm not sure what I'm going to do. Might just keep it until it dies.
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Thanks @xcrazydx. I appreciate your comments. You make a good case for the one. Still loving the rocket though so I'm not sure what I'm going to do. Might just keep it until it dies.
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No problem dude. I am liking the one. The volume and power buttons are in a stupid place but I'm used to it now. I still love the skyrocket as well. It is a great phone.
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I just switched from the S4 and I could not be happier. It feels more solid than the S4.
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I had the One a couple months ago for a while, have an S4 now. If the two phones could procreate and make one phone with the best features from both, it would be the best. Loved the audio and metal frame of the One, but no removable battery and no MicroSD. I think the S4 runs a lot more smoothly, and has more flexibility with the SD, but rear speaker makes sound quallity ridiculous. Also my biggest complaint right now with Samsung is the MF3 update that locked down the bootloader (aka no custom ROMs). HTC gives you instructions on their website to unlock the bootloader (unless something has changed since I had my One). Albeit I'm still preferring the S4.
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I had the One a couple months ago for a while, have an S4 now. If the two phones could procreate and make one phone with the best features from both, it would be the best. Loved the audio and metal frame of the One, but no removable battery and no MicroSD. I think the S4 runs a lot more smoothly, and has more flexibility with the SD, but rear speaker makes sound quallity ridiculous. Also my biggest complaint right now with Samsung is the MF3 update that locked down the bootloader (aka no custom ROMs). HTC gives you instructions on their website to unlock the bootloader (unless something has changed since I had my One). Albeit I'm still preferring the S4.
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I'm not sure how you figure the s4 is smoother. It's definitely got lag and it's choppy. The one does not lag and it's not choppy. I've had both and the one is far better in transitions and feel.
You are right about not having removable battery or sd card. I do miss those from my galaxy devices. That and the button placement are my only complaints with the one.
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The One feels much smoother than the S4. Not saying the S4 is slow...but it doesn't feel as snappy as the One. Maybe because all those touchwiz features are memory hoggers.
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I'm not sure how you figure the s4 is smoother. It's definitely got lag and it's choppy. The one does not lag and it's not choppy. I've had both and the one is far better in transitions and feel.
You are right about not having removable battery or sd card. I do miss those from my galaxy devices. That and the button placement are my only complaints with the one.
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I found the OS sluggish on the One. I do have to specify I never had the stock rom though. When I got the phone it had been rooted and flashed, although I had installed a rom that was supposedly "stock" with just upgraded kernel. Maybe I didn't get the same experience as you because of that.
Also I forgot to mention the lack of a home button. Ridiculous. I tried the logo2home mod but that's still IMO a major design flaw of the One.
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