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[Merged] Samsung Galaxy S / Captivate Android Phone

Would you consider it?

  • Already did, Android/Samsung here I come

    Votes: 21 22.1%

  • Hmmm, let me get back to you...

    Votes: 31 32.6%

  • Never! Apple For Life

    Votes: 43 45.3%
  • Total voters
    95
  • Poll closed .
I just saw the Captivate today for the first time and it did look pretty sweet. I wouldn't give up my iPhone, however, and even if I could, I'd be hesistant. AT&T's first Android phone (the name escapes me at the moment) was pretty bad. It was slow and AT&T really dug their claws into it, screwing up a considerable amount of what makes Android appealing. Even if I was interested, I'd still wait for reviews before deciding. Still, it looked good and it was fast enough.

That having been said, I couldn't care less about the phone and carrier as much as being able to watch MLB games and, to the best of my knowledge, MLB at Bat for iPhone and iPad are the only two apps that provide that functionality which is why I wouldn't give up the iPhone. I could subscribe to the cable MLB package and watch via Slingplayer but it's considerably more expensive and Slingplayer quality is pretty poor where MLB at Bat is almost HD quality. As long as Apple has MLB paid off so they don't include it anywhere else, I'm stuck with iPhone.

Of course, given my overall disgust with Apple, I wouldn't rule anything out 100%. Slingplayer is finally available for Android and it might be worth trading some video quality for a phone from a company that doesn't choke on it's own bulls**t.
 
I'm on the fence also. I'm fed up with apple and their silence about the problems with the iP4.
I'm having the usual reception problems, a case helps some but I don't want to USE a case.
Proximity sensor is driving me nuts, I hate to call/answer my phone anymore.
Email pictures and they are received upside down!
Bluetooth sometimes don't recognize my speaker in car.
To top it off, about an hour ago the phone locked up completely.

I love the iP4, it is a huge improvement over the 3gs BUT I need a phone!

I'll go back to my 3gs (never had a problem) while I'm deciding.
 
I thought I was going to be tar and feathered for bringing up an Android device.

Thanks for the replies so far, so clearly I'm not alone in being tempted by the dark side.

I know if I did switch there would be aspects of the Iphone I miss, I think I really need to feel this phone on Monday.

I really wish Apple would do something before then to win back the hearts and minds, but they aren't making it easy to not want to switch.

I'm also a little concerened that the Captivate is shipping with Android 2.1, also part of what annoys me about Android. I don't want to wait with baited breath to find out if I'm going to actually get the update or not and when. I do like the unified closed environment of iOS. I'm not a dev so I don't care about openness or profits, I just want polished apps and I want to know that my phone will be up to snuff when it comes to my OS. With Android that's not so cut and dry. Some phones will have 2.2 which is a nice tweaked up OS while the Captivate will still have 2.1, that kind of sucks.
 
Ferris23 said:
I'm also a little concerened that the Captivate is shipping with Android 2.1, also part of what annoys me about Android. I don't want to wait with baited breath to find out if I'm going to actually get the update or not and when. I do like the unified closed environment of iOS. I'm not a dev so I don't care about openness or profits, I just want polished apps and I want to know that my phone will be up to snuff when it comes to my OS. With Android that's not so cut and dry. Some phones will have 2.2 which is a nice tweaked up OS while the Captivate will still have 2.1, that kind of sucks.
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Samsung did promise an upgrade to 2.2 but they have not said anything about 3.0 A.K.A Gingerbread.
 
To resist temptation with other phones, don't visit cell phone sites all that much. Especially if you are already content with your current phone. Collecting phones can be an expensive hobby. The grass isn't always greener on the otherside. Just save the money and maximize your experience with your current phone. Collecting phones can be an addiction.

I'm just waiting for the Nexus One's price to drop from $529 to $399, and I would consider an Android phone to tinker with. I just like my phone to be unlocked without all the carrier bloatware and crippling. I want the best variation of the device. But I always keep looking into the Nokia N8 because of the camera capability. Everytime I keep pushing it away, it pulls me back in. I like that it uses the same material as the iPod mini. Extremely durable and scratch resistant. Plus, I'm selling my N82. Need a Xenon flash capable phone. Nokia also have the best reception from my own personal experiences with them. I just don't think the N8 will be supported for long like the iPhone 3G after it is released.
 
Same here, I hope to see/hold one next week. The more reviews I see and read about, the more I like it.

I have until next Friday to make a decision about returning the iP4 or not. If a software update really fixes the problems then I'll be happy to stay where I am. If there is no update or it doesn't fix the problems, I'm returning it. I don't want to go after the 30 days assuming that apple with make it right. Last year with the 3gs release I would have thought they would, but this silence with all the problems happening doesn't fit well with me.

I'm in the service field. I've always believed you should be honest with the customer, not ignore them!
 
Two reasons:

1. I'm not much of an android, it just doesn't appeal to me.

2. It seems too big. Maybe if I got my hands on one, I might change my mind, but at 4" it seems like it may be too big.

Now, if you make that with a 3.7" screen and slap webos on it, then I'm all over that biatch.
 
I guess the main reason is, you're on a Mac forum, in the iPhone section, where almost everyone has an iPhone
 
thatsmyaibo said:
The upgrade wouldn't be in Samsung's hands.
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On the contrary: the upgrade will be very much in Samsung's hands, as we've seen on other Android devices, whose upgrades were based on whether the handset maker was willing to release a customized firmware for each device.

This has been the problem with Android, one of several. The platform lacks uniformity, and the "openness" has only extended to the handset makers and the carriers who can then modify the OS and restrict it for end users as they see fit.

At least with iOS, everything is a known quantity.

I am going to wait until the 29th day for my iPhone 4 before returning it to see if Apple makes a move then I'll make my decision.
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What "move" do you expect them to make, exactly? You're certainly not going to see a new iPhone by then. Next week is an earnings call, not a product announcement.

If you're expecting that or a recall, well, good luck. Its not happening. You might as well make good on your "threat" and buy the Captivate now. Me, I'm happy with my iPhone 4.
 
Ferris23 said:
I thought I was going to be tar and feathered for bringing up an Android device.

Thanks for the replies so far, so clearly I'm not alone in being tempted by the dark side.

I know if I did switch there would be aspects of the Iphone I miss, I think I really need to feel this phone on Monday.

I really wish Apple would do something before then to win back the hearts and minds, but they aren't making it easy to not want to switch.

I'm also a little concerened that the Captivate is shipping with Android 2.1, also part of what annoys me about Android. I don't want to wait with baited breath to find out if I'm going to actually get the update or not and when. I do like the unified closed environment of iOS. I'm not a dev so I don't care about openness or profits, I just want polished apps and I want to know that my phone will be up to snuff when it comes to my OS. With Android that's not so cut and dry. Some phones will have 2.2 which is a nice tweaked up OS while the Captivate will still have 2.1, that kind of sucks.
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I wouldn't call Android the "dark side", it's a quality OS and HTC makes quality hardware. If it does what you want from a phone, why not? I've tried plenty of phones and returned them within two weeks and AT&T never had a problem with it. Apple has pretty much blown their self-proclaimed monopoly on "cool", go for it!
 
so am i the only one that is inching towards the samsung captivate over the iphone4?

first off, No i am not a troll. i love apple, i love the iPad, i love iOS.

Pros for getting Captivate

- it will be android froyo 2.2 compliant, meaning it will have flash (i was a stalwart supporter of HTML5, still am, but at this current moment, after browsing using iPad everyday since April launch date, i'm definitely in need of some flash)

- 4 inch screen. it really makes the difference, especially when viewing webpages.

- has virtually same specs processor-wise as iphone4. can't go wrong. so that in itself is a plus

- gonna have to add it in until apple fixes the issue but, no hardware design flaw with regards to reception.

- the captivate will be available for all carriers in the u.s. thats a big bonus, especially for Big Red

Cons for getting Captivate

- you won't get the app support you do with Apple app store

- probably will not have the same battery length as the iphone4 (i am a battery power conserving maniac, i mean thats why i love the iPad. 11+ hours of battery life for a 9.7 inch IPS display? still boggles my mind).
 
I am. It's got the fastest processor on Android cellphones right now (very sure it beats out TI OMAP). I recently saw a video on how it handles gaming, and it even beat out the Droid X.

However, the Sprint equivalent is better: front facing camera, 4g wi-max connectivity, and a QWERTY keyboard.
 
Wouldn't think of it. Over the past few years, our household has slowly migrated nearly everything to :apple: and I love the synergy/consistency between devices (Macbook, Mini, :apple:TVs, iPad, iPhones, iPods). I've admittedly spent a nice amount on apps over the years but the fact that I can use them on 2 iPhones, 2 iPods, and an iPad can't be beat. Since my wife and I both use iPhones (and she's definitely not changing--took long enough to 'train' her how to use iOS) keeping our lives synced is a snap.

The iPhone 4 finally does everything I need it to do and does it well. The latest version, IMO, is terrific--beautiful form, nice heft, gorgeous display, awesome battery life and I'm very happy with the latest changes to iOS. Thankfully, I haven't experienced any of the reported issues so I couldn't be happier.

I find the size of the iPhone is ideal--any bigger starts to make the phone cumbersome and while a larger screen would make web browsing a bit easier, I only browse the web occasionally on the phone as I usually have my iPad handy.
 
scaredpoet said:
On the contrary: the upgrade will be very much in Samsung's hands, as we've seen on other Android devices, whose upgrades were based on whether the handset maker was willing to release a customized firmware for each device.

This has been the problem with Android, one of several. The platform lacks uniformity, and the "openness" has only extended to the handset makers and the carriers who can then modify the OS and restrict it for end users as they see fit.

At least with iOS, everything is a known quantity.
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Actually, Google is planning to address that in the near future. Seems Android is starting to run into the same problem as Linux in that you can write a program that doesn't run on all variants. Google has apparently seen the folly in that and is supposively going to tighten the reins considerably. Apple is in obvious need of serious, profit threatening competition so I see this as a very good thing.
 
Personally, I've been drooling looking at the new 4.3" phones. I'm a big guy with big hands and I thought the iPhone was too small from day 1. I'm not a fan of it getting any thinner, but it keeps shrinking. Unfortunately, I will probably always be an iPhone owner for 2 reasons.

1) My entire family (in-laws included) and almost all of my network of friends are on AT&T so it allows me to be able to get by with the cheapest plan.

2) I have a ton of friends with iPhones and we take advantage of the iPhone to iPhone games/features.

So while I may wish the iPhone had a 4.3" screen (or bigger), I'll probably be an iPhone owner for many years to come.

Oh ya, and I forgot to mention that Android just plain blows as an OS right now. I find it unusable compared to iOS.
 
I will pickup my Captivate on release day, just as I did my iPhone 4. Unlike earlier Samsung models, this one is of higher quality. It has an aluminum battery cover that fits very well. The glass display is not as prone to shattering as some others are. It's been confirmed that it will definitely receive an upgrade to Froyo 2.2 upon release. Samsung is putting a lot of resources behind the four versions of this phone. Launching nearly concurrently on the four major carriers, a first for any manufacturer, Samsung is committed to enhancing their image. With very deep pockets, this large scale enterprize has the full attention of the press. Given the fact that this very model has enjoyed a large degree of success outside of the USA, it's well debugged and ready. Say what you want about Samsung, this phone may surprise many. It will be interesting to compare it to my iPhone 4.
 
People were masturbating over the Droid, then the Nexus One, then the Incredible, then the EVO, the Droid X then the Captivate, all within 6 months. They're all essentially the same. If I wasn't interested in Android phones before, I'm probably not going to be now.

I'm getting a bit tired of countless threads talking about iPhone "killers" and how they make you jizz in the pants. There has been as many "killers" as there are months.

They're great phones, I'm not denying that, but they're not really bringing anything new to the table. People masturbate over how open and how awesome the future Android OS is going to be (Froyo this and Gingerbread that).

Yeah right. You'll have to upgrade your phone every 6 months at the least to keep up with all the software updates. No thanks!
 
I was watching Noah from PhoneDog unboxing the Captivate, and I literally did a double take when I saw the price for the phone with no contract.

$349!!!

I had to Google it to be sure. That is cheap for a smartphone buying it outright like that. About $180 cheaper than a Nexus One and $30 cheaper than the HTC Aria. The HTC Aria (600 Mhz, 3.2 screen) doesn't reach the minimum requirements to get Gingerbread. That's why the less than $300 SE Xperia X8 (unlocked) doesn't interest me.

I would also be getting a bigger/better screen and 16GB with the Captivate. Nexus One only offers a 4GB microSD. Upgradeable to Gingerbread. I basically paid nearly the same price for my iPhone 4 WITH contract. I ended up paying like $370 because of the taxes (9.75%) on the unsubsidized price.

I can tolerate the Captivate not having a flash now. Especially for $349 no contract. A Motorola RAZR cost like $500 six years ago when it was first released. $349 is a bargain with a phone that has a 1Ghz processor and compared to other Androids. Not a big fan of Sammy, but I'm interested now! I'll wait a few months and maybe get it around my 30th birthday in December. That price is hard to resist!
 
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