Or just people who don't know what they're installing onto their phone, much like a lot of Windows (and some Mac) users do to install malware. The fact that it's actually impossible on an iPhone unless you jailbreak does in fact make it the most secure mobile operating system, while being able to install what you want with little security to stop you making a mistake on Android does in fact make it the least secure mobile operating system.
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Samsung Reveals Galaxy S5 With Home Button Fingerprint Sensor, Accompanying 'Gear Fit' Band
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Or just people who don't know what they're installing onto their phone, much like a lot of Windows (and some Mac) users do to install malware. The fact that it's actually impossible on an iPhone unless you jailbreak does in fact make it the most secure mobile operating system, while being able to install what you want with little security to stop you making a mistake on Android does in fact make it the least secure mobile operating system.
Ya, I think some of the media types see that, and think they're the same. Regardless, I'd love for Apple to add some form of water/dust resistance to all of their devices. Would be a great feature IMO. More so than moving backgrounds, or widgets...
If I was carrying groceries, getting into my car or had my hands full, I wouldn't answer my phone anyway, fingerprint sensor or not.
I've been browsing Android related forums watching comments and such before and after the announcement and the majority are disappointed. It's not my job nor do i have the expertise to predict a product downfall but i doubt the S5 will do well. Samsung will finally get a reality check like the one Apple got with the release of the 5C, people aren't stupid anymore.
Don't worry, Apple will come out with something nice and shiny in the next year or so and everyone else will rush to copy them.
There are only two others that actually matter here, those being Microsoft and Blackberry. You can go find it yourself, I'm not your security advisor.
There's an advantage to the walled garden that Microsoft and Apple have, if you choose to ignore that while praising the openness of Android at the same time, you are in no position to even discuss this.
Somebody who has the knowledge to install custom ROMs is also savvy enough to spot apps that are malware and not install them. The same cannot be said for your average human being.
Well HTC made a twitter faux pas in trying to dis the keynote.
They tweeted an image that said Buyers Remorse Coming March 25th To S5 Owners (HTC's announcement)
Only... the S5 comes out in April - so no one would have bought one yet. Whoops LOL
Pretty much a gimmick. Where I used to work we sold a lot of S4's and it was a cool feature to show people if you could actually get it to work but in actual everyday use I've never seen anyone use it nor heard of anyone who actually said they used to regularly. Just something to add to the spec sheet.
Apparently it only works when a cap is placed over the USB port. That to me sounds like it has serious potential to go wrong and others have already implemented the technology better.
really, I highly doubt the iWatch will meet the vision I have in my mind. But I'm hopeful we'll see SOMETHING a bit different.And the fact that Apple hasn't thrown NFC into the iPhone yet gives me hope that we'll instead see it in the iWatch.
I'd much rather flick my wrist at a payment terminal than pull my phone out of my pocket.....because it really isn't any different than pulling my wallet out.
Sounds like a great phone software/spec wise but it's so ugly. Even shiny plastic is better than the Band-Aid inspired cover
The sad thing is they probably tried and this is the best they could do... change the back plate material and add some new colors...
Actually, no you cannot, on Android you HAVE to turn Off the option that blocks you from installing software from unknown sources like if you want to install hacked games you've downloaded, you cannot install these without knowingly allowing your device to do so.
It's basically like being asked if you want to install a virus and clicking Yes.
As I said above, Android won't let you install dodgy files by default. I don't actually know of any sources it trusts bar the Google Play Store or Amazon Store, or if a manufacturer has it's own store.
That was hilarious!
I tried to look them up on SeoulComedy.kr, but don't seem to be on tour currently. Is there anything known about whether they'll be releasing their show on DVD (or VHS), with some bonus material maybe?
I tried to look them up on SeoulComedy.kr, but don't seem to be on tour currently. Is there anything known about whether they'll be releasing their show on DVD (or VHS), with some bonus material maybe?
So to recap:
September 2013 iPhone 5s: fingerprint sensor, faster device, better camera and a gold color.
February 2014 Galaxy S5: fingerprint sensor, faster device, better camera and a gold color.
September 2013 iPhone 5s: fingerprint sensor, faster device, better camera and a gold color.
February 2014 Galaxy S5: fingerprint sensor, faster device, better camera and a gold color.
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Well....not a good start.....
Lol poor HTC - I really feel kinda bad for them. They DO make pretty great devices....if only their Marketing department could handle things.
I thought the GS4 was somewhat disappointing. The GS5 really leaves things open. HTC (among others) still has time. I just want competition.....someone to call Samsung on their bs and push them. I don't doubt they can make a great device - but over the last two years, they haven't needed too.
Wow...what a ridiculous way to implement that kind of feature? I meant in general, regarding water/dust. I like some of Samsung's ideas, just not their implementation. They always seem half baked, and nonsensical.
