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samsung galaxy s3 v. iphone 5

Oct 4, 2012 3:48AM PDT

I am trying to decide between the two. I use Outlook for my email, contacts, calendar and sync between my computer and current phone(Blackberry) Which phone (Samsung or iphone) will be the easiest to transfer my data to and sync with my computer? What do I have to do to do that?

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It's subjective
Oct 4, 2012 4:14AM PDT

There's truly no such thing as 'easier'- it's going to depend on one's experience and particular situation, and ultimately which system they prefer. For example, the iOS is a very user friendly system (on top of high quality hardware to boot), but sometimes getting things configured just right w/ Outlook isn't always the easiest task.

AFAIK, a lot of folks are using Samsung Kies (software) to perform the sync on Android devices. OTOH, I know a lot of folks who have had success using Companionlink (third party software) for iPhone. There are other methods too numerous to mention here.

If you use MS Exchange for email, it would be even easier yet. I recommend you consider a cloud based solution as well to potentially avoid having to constantly sync with a PC. Using Gmail & Google Calendar on an Android based device is a breeze IMO and E.

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iPhone 5 vs Galaxy S3:
Oct 4, 2012 8:41PM PDT

I really don't know several people today who consider announcements are handled better in iOS (Apple simply copied Android mobile phone warns with iOS5.) I have a notification LED on my S3 and complete accessibility to the notification spot from the lock screen

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samsung galaxy s3 v. iphone
Oct 4, 2012 11:01PM PDT

I am not sure what you mean by announcements. What is a notification LED?

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Sure
Oct 5, 2012 1:04AM PDT

There's no LED, but there are audio warnings and lock screen visuals for iOS announcements<shrug>.

Again, it's mostly a matter of taste, and what you prefer on a device/OS.

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Samsung Galaxy s3 vs iPhone 5
Oct 8, 2012 8:06PM PDT

Hii megny714! I can understand the confusion you are facing right now. Anybody will think alot before buying a high-tech device. But it totally depends upon your comfort level with the softwares and OS installed in both Samsung Galaxy s3 and iphone 5. Both of them are facing competition to a great extent in the mobile phone market. Without a shadow of a doubt, both of them have used latest and much more improved technology. I would like to say just try your hands on both the phones and try out some navigation steps. Then it'll become easy for you to decide which one is the best for you.

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Apple Wins the race
Oct 9, 2012 1:19AM PDT

Comparing Android to Iphone is like comparing a PC to an Applemac. Apple always wins. They are less buggy, simple to use internally and externally. Iphone is so simple which makes them so clever.

I persoanally have used both and find the android buggy from my own experience.

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I like Galaxy S3 more
Oct 16, 2012 7:18PM PDT

The Apple iPhone 5 is finally real. As expected, it features a larger screen, a faster processor and a slightly-improved camera. But the best-selling Galaxy S III is the leader of the droid gang. A real question is - which one should you buy, the iPhone 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S3? After viewing the post about comparison between iPhone 5 and Galaxy S 3, I prefer to get the S3.

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condsider others
Oct 17, 2012 5:40PM PDT

I have end up give up android and ios, why don't wait for the Lumia 920? If you are using the Windows OS on your computer, the WP mobile will surely perfectly match with your computer and get all data transfered quickly.

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(NT) "And don't call me Shirley"
Oct 17, 2012 10:24PM PDT
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no message
Oct 17, 2012 11:24PM PDT

there was no message in your reply, just the title "And don't call me Shirley" Did you mean to write something?

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It was meant as a joke....
Oct 18, 2012 1:32AM PDT

Have you ever seen the movie, Airplane with the actor Leslie Nielson? That was a popular quote commonly used. No offense was meant to anyone.

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s3 vs iphone 5
Oct 26, 2012 6:31AM PDT

If you're still struggling to choose between the iPhone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S3 we have some news that may help you make a decision. This year, the day after Thanksgiving (one of the busiest shopping days of the year known as Black Friday), Sprint will offer the popular Android smartphone for just $50 (down from $200) with a standard two-year contract.