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Question

iphone 6s plus or galaxy s7

Apr 4, 2016 6:35AM PDT

hello i have been an android user for over 3 years.only used 2 budget android devices(xperia neo l and t2 ultra)both were a disappointment.now i want to purchase a flagship and am confused between the 6s plus and s7.i want a device with a really exceptional camera and s7 only excels a little than 6s plus in that department.if i buy either of the two devices which one will be good as a long term investment as i will not be able to buy another device for upto 4 years.which of these will last me as a device with a good camera,stability and updates and even if i switch to ios will i have any problems being an android user and plz don't give me the raw specs of devices i know about them very well.thanks

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Re: phone
Apr 4, 2016 7:01AM PDT

So far, Apple has a better history of doing updates than Samsung.

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Apr 4, 2016 7:08AM PDT

But would the iphone last me hardware wise for 4 years except for update apple being behind a little in hardware dept. Which is better in your opinion

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I think the iPhone wins on years.
Apr 4, 2016 8:43AM PDT

I see Android users swapping out every 2 years. So on that count Apple wins for longer life spans.

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iPhone
Apr 5, 2016 11:40PM PDT

Yes iPhone will stands years better go for iPhone 6S, But cost effective.