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[Galaxy S 4 General] deepforest:
Now I can feel more nice that in my hands is s4

Its not cheap plastic as all rumours
[Galaxy S 4 General] shox22:
:laugh:
[Galaxy S 4 General] RaininHanoi:
Agree, S4 is just more compact, thinner and feels solid in the hand too.
[Galaxy S 4 General] bungadudu:
After a month it started squeaking... not so compact and solid...

And that thinnes thing is def not an advantage.

Also see the various complaints of it just breaking it's display while in jeans pockets.

I would change it for a black 32 GB htc one.
[Galaxy S 4 General] antifocus:
Aesthetics aside, S4 feels better in my hand than HTC One, also much better than IPhone 5.
[Galaxy S 4 General] burhanistan:
This thread sounds so naughty.
[Galaxy S 4 General] iamaniff:
Really? :D
[Galaxy S 4 General] noideaforusername:
Yes, indeed. Have you tried them both?
[Galaxy S 4 General] ohraii:
Different strokes for different folks! I like the feel of S4 over the One. :D absolutely love the One's screen though, wow. :thumbup:

Sent from my Ancient Atrix 4G.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Daniels45:
Ive seen them both too today at best buy and the gs4 is defantely the better looking phone. Its wierd cause at launch I wasnt too excited by the look but now seems the sgs4 look grows on you.
[Galaxy S 4 General] valentinrascu:
Fanboy samy.....
[Galaxy S 4 General] tclocki:
I dont see anything wrong with being a samsung fanboy in a "samsung" section.

Back to topic: Yes, I initially thought the one looks way better, but now that I was able to compare it side by side with my black s4... I really am very happy that I got the s4, and not the one.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Currykiev:
As someone already said, "different strokes for different folks."

I understand people preferring the smooth edges of the S4. Me? I personally like the "sharp" edges of the One. Makes me feel as though I have a better grip.

People's hands vary massively. What's right for one is wrong for another.

I have to be honest though, I like many, really wish Samsung had tried a little harder to differentiate it from the S3. I felt I had to go for the One as HTC really do deserve a lot of credit (and my money) for putting so much effort into their device.

Still, I understand Samsung want people who know very little about phones to recognise the S4 immediately. Making it look like the S3 is the best way to achieve that goal.

I am surprised so many XDA folks went for the S4 mind. I suppose it's all about specs for a lot of people. That's why I plumped for the S2 a few years back. :p
[Galaxy S 4 General] valentinrascu:
I have bought phones. HTC one designed is much, much better, but with quality assembly issue.. I changed 2 one, and no 0 gap... Whatever, one is very different designs and more premium feeling
[Galaxy S 4 General] RCJ89:
I really like the look and feel of the S4, nothing wrong with it and all this talk of plastic being cheap is nonsense imo the phone feels properly made and i have no issues with it and i prefer it to my htc one and I dont have to worry about the body being scratched, yes I have seen htc one videos but i still dont trust it. also i have no issues with weak screen on the s4.
[Galaxy S 4 General] jprocket45:
I love my S4 but to put in other terms there is someone that mentioned the phone is easy to break well yes it is but if you take care of it correctly this would not be such a issue I have a Otterbox Defender series for all 3 of my S4s I have dropped my S4 3 times since I've had it, I dropped it onto concrete and have had no issues this by far is the lesson learned by many people dropping any phone is to buy a case. I am unsure about why the S4 is breaking in someones pocket I hold mine there all the time and had no issues but once again have a otterbox defender case on it maybe thats the saver unsure... I have never seen the HTC but then again already used my upgrade so guess have no need to :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] jetjay:
Bwahahahahaha,this thread is so funny !!!! I wanted to buy the S4 even if it was just an S3 with a real premium finish,I would have bought it.Plastic is definitly not premium,even it's more beautiful than the S3 build materials.10 millions S4 were sold over the world,but the question is:how many if it was aluminium?This number is just because of their marketing force.Look what HTC have done,they're not in the top 3,nor in the top 5 smartphone sellers rank anymore,but they wanted to make an outstanding comeback,and create this amazing phone,they listen to customers expectations,they sold 5 millions !!!! I'm not a pro HTC,nor Samsung,nor Apple,I love innovation,revolution and when you're ranked 1st or 2nd,you have to keep working hard to keep your crown.
[Galaxy S 4 General] barondebxl:
Absolutely, the S4 feels so comfortable in the hand, much more comfortable than the HTC One.
[Galaxy S 4 General] stanley08:
Before i say anything, i want to say that i personally own a Black Galaxy S4 Octa

The HTC One is a beautiful smartphone! Alot more beautiful then the Galaxy S4 black, white any colour! Lol. Even tho i feel like i can see a hint of the BB Z10 and iPhone 5 in it's design :p

Also, i have not actually felt the HTC One, but i hear the S4 feels better in the hand. I know my S4 does feel great! Doesn't feel plastic-ky at all! :D

Hats off to HTC for always designing amazing mobiles! :)

But if you ask me, is the HTC One a better overall phone? I will tell you... NO WAY! :)

S4 RULES! :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] blueshadow15:
I agree
[Galaxy S 4 General] btemtd:
Thats the thing..... Its not just about the specs.. and the thing is I actually did not want the S4 to change dramatically its changes were nice and suttle... From some angles it looks more different than other angles.. This is what I like... I personally would not go larger than the phone is now although If they want for the S5 they probably have a few more mm they can add in the screen top and bottom without making the phone bigger
[Galaxy S 4 General] body150165:
Not sure what is the purpose of this thread as it only depends on individual experience. I compared them With each other a few times and have to admit that the htc feels better in my hand.

I just didn't buy it coz iwould have to have waited for the black version. So, I bought the s4.

a good choice, too.
[Galaxy S 4 General] deepforest:
S4 black looks so premium than one.

You can see back of both phones black s4 and both colours of one. S4 is so premium

and if u buy a spigen neo hybrid case in satin silver color for s4, it's like cherry on cake.

I recommend black s4
[Galaxy S 4 General] rsndetre:
I bought few days ago my S4. In the shop both phones, HTC One and Galaxy S4 were displayed near each other, so I could try both and compare to my S3.

As much as the design of HTC One was acclaimed, the Galaxy S4 was sharper with less wasted space. Although I don't like the "metallic" rim around the display.
[Galaxy S 4 General] achyut:
now, claiming not to be "pro" HTC, yet saying that 10 million S4 is an account of marketing force and HTC achieving half of it as a technologically epitome for them, is kinda hard to gulp.

anyways, I just want to say am really happy with the S4's "dimension". it's perhaps the smallest 5 incher FHD out there. And also the lightest (Courtesy: plastic). all in all, am actually more than happy with the build of the S4. and that was the only area I was a bit skeptical when choosing the S4. Once I get an undervolted kernel for keeping the device cool (I use the OCTA version), I will die a happy owner.

regards,

achyut.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Khy50:
I'm happy with the s4 design, but let's be honest guys, the HTC One is easily the better looking! I especially love the black version.
[Galaxy S 4 General] kancut_bau:
i think s4 is too large :laugh:

cant hold it one hand properly..

but its okay. everything is fine. good performance too :good:
[Galaxy S 4 General] noideaforusername:
In comparison to the HTC one, though its screen is bigger, the actual dimensions of the S4 are smaller :p
[Galaxy S 4 General] brunotuga:
Had the HTC one and is a really good bit of kit no doubt about. But the s3 feels better in my hand yes is plastic but doesn't feel bad at all.
[Galaxy S 4 General] zezza:
I own the black S4, and I love it, except for the back cover... this is where you can see the cheap quality. I'm using a TPU case, but still, mine already has scratches. I think that it scratches just by cleaning it.

I'm ok with plastic on phones, you can have good quality plastic that feels and looks great.

I'm using also a very basic Sony Xperia Tipo, and even though it's much, much cheaper, it has a way better quality plastic back cover. It's matte, looks great, has an excellent grip, and gets no scratches even though I'm using no case.

Even the back cover on the S2 I had before seemed more durable than the one on the S4...
[Galaxy S 4 General] deepforest:
Just laminate the back cover with plastic glossy sheet. Trust me it will look more great.
[Galaxy S 4 General] deepforest:
Laminate back cover of black s4

Or use spigen neo hybrid case
[Galaxy S 4 General] cmd512:
The purpose of this thread is to show that they'll let just about anyone have internet access nowadays.

Seriously, these One vs S4 or 9500 vs 9505 threads are nearing the point of stupidity. Just enjoy the device you bought, it's not a penis contest folks.
[Galaxy S 4 General] ixon2001:
I've noticed this aswell the back of the S4 scratches very very easily, I've been using a microfibre cloth and now noticed if you moved the back under the light you can see very fine micro scratches just from cleaning, back of the phone only been cleaned once before i stuck it in a case the day i got it.

But the good thing is it can be replaced if it get worst over time for not much money, something ya can't do on a HTC ONE should you scratch that.
[Galaxy S 4 General] dandroid13:
HTC One = a stretched BB Z10.

Enviado do meu Galaxy S4 4G turbinado com Omega Rom
[Galaxy S 4 General] Fatos:
Please guys . In terms of look and feel Htc one is King. Light years further than S4. I have both for myself. And someone said alsothat s4 has better screen and thats also much better in Htc one you dont need umbrella to hide the sun so you can see your phone. Better battery life. People er getting 8 and more screen time. I got one from my work and s4 myself. But the only advantage is those 0.29 bigger screen.
[Galaxy S 4 General] Ariozo:
Got both, and for me right now i use S4. Love both phones tho and HTC is sweet design. But battery and camera is the winner for me on S4, HTC take nice photos but cant compare to S4 when it is longer range and moving objects. And as i take alot off video/pics that 64Gb SD helps alot, but love them both :)
[Galaxy S 4 General] noideaforusername:
For you, the HTC one feels better and looks better. But for me and others in this forum it's the other way around.

The screen also is a matter of preference, in my opinion, the saturated mode of the S4 screen is what makes IMO the S4 the better screen. And for the sunlight legibility, here we have sun almost the time (around 30 Celsius is the minimum here) and never had a problem with that.

Actually, the S4 has 5.01inch screen and the HTC one has 4.65inch screen so it's 0.36inch difference :p
[Galaxy S 4 General] djkinetic:
I have both phones, a Black S4 and a Black One,

Looks department, sorry but the One takes it, the S4 is boring to look at especially if you also have a S3 (Which I Do)

How the phone feels in hand its personal preference, personally I like the feel of the Aluminum Matte finish more then the Glossy Polycarbonate finish, the plastic starts to feel slick after a while of use.

Screen wise text looks a bit better on the One due to the higher PPI, but the S4 has better color saturation due to Amoled. If i have both phones with me I'm using the S4 more cuz of the extra screen real estate. The extra .3 is noticeable, for watever reason the One 4.7 seems smaller then my Nexus 4 screen.

In the end either phone is great, when it comes to these two devices neither can really claim to be better then the other by a wide margin, but fanboys will say otherwise of course.
[Galaxy S 4 General] noideaforusername:
It's because the HTC one screen is actually 4.65inch and not 4.7inch :p
[Galaxy S 4 General] Euthye:
I prefer the s4 but both phones are valid choices, the days of one "best" android phone are gone there are at least 7 valid sensible choice android phones now, just like PC's or cars or beer or jeans or burgers, the market has matured, oh and simply being made largely of the cheap metal aluminium does not make a product premium, all things considered I would be more than happy if someone gave me a gift of either.
[Galaxy S 4 General] sxi200:
I prefer the S4 front but the back of the One looks better. But not to all. At the end of the day I stare at a beautiful 5 inch full hd screen 99.99999% of the time so the back doesn't really matter.

Those who say the S4 is all plastic need to remember that almost 50% of the phone is glass. And almost all of that is screen.

Was with a friend the other day and showed him both phones. He's an iPhone person. I said the One looked better at the back and more premium but he thought the S4 was better looking. It's really personal preference and at the end of the day HTC had to sacrifice alot to get that look.

I'd take removable back + battery + sd card over a slightly better look any day. And I absolutely need a home button.
[Galaxy S 4 General] barondebxl:
I owned the S4 and got the one now , I think the S4 feels much better in the hand but the one looks better (that's a matter of opinion though). Screen wise the one to me is unmatched. S4 definitely has better battery life (I9500, didn't use the I9505)and has a better camera overall.
[Galaxy S 4 General] noideaforusername:
So what device did you chose to keep? The S4 or the "One"? :p
[Galaxy S 4 General] arumugavel:
How to Post a new thread

Can u please tell me How to Post a new thread.Because i am not able to find any link for creating new post
[Galaxy S 4 General] barondebxl:
HTC One. Because it performs better with no lag whatsoever, I like its design, the screen is unbelievable, the speakers are great and battery life is pretty good ( although the S4 has better battery life). I always loved Samsung products but I feel like the S4 is just more of the same after owning the S1, S2, note 1, S3 and note 2. Changing once in awhile doesn't hurt. I still am waiting for the note 3 though, that's the phone I really want but the S4 didn't impress me to be honest. And touchwiz needs a UI revamp BADLY, its really getting old.
[Galaxy S 4 General] zimilaci:
Hi,

I just took back the HTC one Black 32 Unlocked version to the store, cause I was not able to solve all the missing software things what I wanted to use ...for example:

- no AC3 support, which is almost used for every divx, mkv, and so on video formats. Furthermore, I don´t want to conveert a video every time when I want to go on a longer flight or whatever....

- DLNA support, due to the lack of AC3 support, many of the shared video files are not "playable"

- Camera : its fast, and looks beautiful on the amazing screen, but thats it. (although I have to test the Galaxy s4 out) and it stretches the screen (upper side, making water heads:))

- Video : its amazing (HTC one) due to the 20-21mbps it looks sooo smooth and perfect, will compare the S4 with it....

- Sound , stereo speakers fun, and sounds amazing, but the headset is a crap. (for me at least)

- how it feels (menu, and shape) menu is smooth and pure fast as hell, I was aware of this when I took the s4 :)

in my hand both were okay. :) will see ...if the bigger screen htc one comes out, I might change again:))

S4, well I have to get used to it again:) I had S3 before.

as a sum: both devices are amazing, but the two companies should work together and make a perfect one...but they never will, cause then what would they sell in the future:) its never gonna happen:D
[Galaxy S 4 General] barondebxl:
Both handset are great no question, its always a matter of preference. Regarding the headset, its crap to you? Mine sounds amazing!
[Galaxy S 4 General] yfotso:
I second that. My brother is going to get the HTC Once while i got the S4 a month ago.

I have no regrets at all.
[Galaxy S 4 General] amandacam:
Both are great devices. But I prefer S4 more:D:D:D
[Galaxy S 4 General] cmd512:
So we're all in agreement: This thread has been a complete waste of space and time.

Moving on then!
[Galaxy S 4 General] fernando sor:
If it was I would win. Just saying
[Galaxy S 4 General] deepforest:
Everything has a point and interest

Why to argument that it's waste of time or whatever. I know that by saving time you will not utilise this time for charity or welfare. We all again will waste this time on net or gadgets again.

So cool down and don't blaim on thread if it is wrong or right.

No one is invited here.

We all comment here by our own interests
[Galaxy S 4 General] cmd512:
LOL, nicely played.
[Galaxy S 4 General] ITS ME DAVID:
I guess you haven't seen the black HTC one it's beautiful.
[Galaxy S 4 General] negrobembon:
Yesterday i bought the s4 but it was a choice between the xperia z(black), the htc one(silver) and the s4(darkish gray) so the clerk showed me all three turned on and allowed me to try them

The xperia z looks more premium imo, i dont know maybe it was the glassy look or the black, but they all look awesome thought the xperia screen kinda sucks compared to the other two

The htc one looked awesome, in the end i got the s4 because of the xtra battery it could have
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] warface123:
Reserved
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] doctor_droid:
I had used it on my xu (bit laggy on ics) .. and yes it functioned well.. bt I choosed all apps haphazardly so had much trouble wid keyboard not popping up ..:D

Added to op
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] AmoledIsBetter:
Well, I have some favourite apps that I always use but they are not necessarily SGS2+ specific.

- Android System Info - Nice and easy overview of your battery, space and ram usage and more.

- Google Authenticator - Required for 2-factor protection on your Google account.

- Battery Monitor Widget - Useful for keeping an eye on your battery usage and charge history.

- DiskUsage - Give you an easy to read graphical representation of what's using all your precious storage space, has root features also.

- EBookDroid - PDF and e-book reader.

- ES File Explorer - For moving files about, with LAN/WAN/Cloud support and root features.

- GPS Test - Excellent tool for displaying all sorts of information about your GPS signal.

- KeePassDroid - Android implementation of KeePass, an open source password manager.
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] skulim:
Sync/filetransfer and MORE

App I really love is:

MyPhoneExplorer

You just simply install it on phone, later on on PC. You can connect your phone via USB, BT or WIFI. Works for me perfect - very easy files shering (including folders), contact edit... and there is much more!
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] ptothej:
Similiar to that i will recommend this app AirDroid , comes handy when you do not have a USB cable with you :)
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] jwhyte:
Greenify is great at battery life especially when used with better battery stats. You can hibernate apps that are causing your phone to wake up or ones that run in the background.
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] Anthony V:
Dropbox

I use my Dropbox every day, absolutely adore this in mij phone :victory:
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] mchtt:
thank you, "Sliding Messaging Free" is a killer.
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] doctor_droid:
i need a thread maintainer.. anyone interested pm me.. i wont be able to manage this thread ...thanks :)
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] saif.ahmed.dar:
Make me thread maintainer

i shall be highly thankful to you if you give me these responsibilities.
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] doctor_droid:
okay bt u need to be a member first.. even for replying u will need 5 mins to wait.. just let this restrictions go away and i shall ask a mod to transfer ownership to u :) u have a s2 plus wid u?
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] warface123:
I'd really like to get the ownership of this thread :).

If need info PM :).
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] Raven_Yen:
Now that I am on 4.2.2, DashClock widget and extension series is a must for me.

Along with it, a third party launcher app like Apex or Nova is a must for UI customisations, also WidgetLocker.

For root, SetCPU is a must too. Great battery saver for 4.1.2, but not on 4.2.2 as I try recently.

For daily tasks, GTasks is a must for me to organise things better.

I don't like bright screen in dark place, so Screen Filter works perfectly for me to dim the screen further. It works by applying a layer of black wallpaper with transparency over the screen.

Last but not the least, EasyTouch (Apple's assistive touch-like) improves the lifespan for my home and power button (I guess?).
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] EnergySnail:
Have you guys heard about Unicon/Icon Themer? It allows you to use those icon themes what are usually for launchers only. I like it and it really works. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=sg.ruqqq.IconThemer
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] fayez107:
Well Can anyone tell me the best app to backup all my apps, settings and specially the way I arrange my App Icons ?

Cause I keep on experimenting with my phone and flash it again and again. So installing all the apps and games again and again is hectic. And arranging all the icons too !
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] Nekator:
I like obackup for making and handle backups
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] corduroy84:
You can do it via CWM. Go to advanced restore. Select "restore data".
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] fayez107:
Well so it means I make the backup via CWM too right?

I'm on 4.1.2 right now. I make backup via CWM and then Flash latest 4.2.2. Root again and recover.

That's it? Will the different Android version create problem?
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] corduroy84:
Yeah, make a nandroid backup as usual.

No, don't flash the 4.2.2. It's only for the P version. Ours hasn't received the update yet
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] fayez107:
Oh yes I know that. I meant when it comes out for the NON NFC version.

Sorry but Backup via CWM is referred has Nanroid Backup?

Sorry for being noob. Cause I did install an app Nanroid Manager I guess it also makes backup I believe. If yes then which backuo should I make in my case?

Nanroid or CWM ?
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] corduroy84:
Doesn't matter what you use to backup, a full backup of the system files and data is called a Nandroid. Erm, i don't know how to explain it in Android geek terms but this is how I understand it - If you have some E&E background or if you did physics in school, you'd be familiar with the electronic logic gate NOT AND which is what the NAND in Nandroid stands for. The NAND flash storage. Bla, bla, bla, bla.... tl;dr :p

Does Nandroid Manager have the advanced restore option?
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] warface123:
I will add those apps to the OP :)
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] fayez107:
Haha thanks man for the detailed reply. Unfortunately I have ZERO background or idea about physics. I'm doing my Bachelors atm in Marketing and my O/A levels had been too into commerce subjects :P .. But I got the idea what you're trying to explain. I checked and tried. Nandroid Manager would make backup but wouldnt restore as its a paid feature. So I believe best way to make backup is either through Titanium Backup or from the Recovery itself !
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] corduroy84:
Those who feel the audio playback volume isn't loud enough / lacking punch, I suggest Viper4Android http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] ptothej:
Cerberus Anti thief app, pretty awesome I must say and lifetime license costs only 3Euro.

Allows you to track stolen device, wipe the device, take pictures and send them via email and many many more.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/...medium=appbrain_web&utm_campaign=appbrain_web
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] Cryss:
Yup, i bought it too ! I'm happy with it, worth the money ! :)
[Samsung Galaxy S II Plus] nickchk:
good one!:victory: