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Being an iPhone person, I can't wait to get my hands on the GS4.

In terms of what you should get is up to which ecosystem you want to be apart of and how big of a screen you want. The Note III is still a ways away from being released. The iPhone 5S will most likely be a predictably-updated version of the 5, meaning a faster processor and a better camera, whereas the GS4 offers much more in terms of software features and customization. Oh, and a larger screen :D.

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I have used a iPhone 5 and GS3 quite extensively and I much prefer the GS3. Basically' date=' if your a techie (which you probably are since your on the forums) go for Android if not, go iOS. Welcome to the forums![/quote']

Same. I had a GS3 to review for my website last August, and I loved it, although it was a tad bit too big. But I'm starting to grow tired of my iPhone's tiny screen.

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In my honest opinion, I do think the only two phones worth their price tag is the HTC One, and the iPhone It looks and feels like a premium product.

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I am waiting for the HTC One to be released here in little old New Zealand

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I personally would go for the GS4 because from experience I don't like the lack of customization of the iOS, the lack of good apps on the Blackberry and Windows Phone and Sense UI did not satisfy me. This doesn't mean I am choosing GS4 because I am out of options. I love the Touch Wiz interface. I love the apps people call bloatware. I especially love the Samsung calender widget. I also love the hard Button placements as opposed to HTC's soft menu button.

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I would wait to see if they release a slotted HTC One so you can expand your memory. If not then it would still be one vs gs4 in my books.

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worth their price tag

 

The S3's price was down to as little as 425€ within a 3 or 4 months. If you don't have to have the S4 on day one, then it will be the better deal.

 

I don't really play many games for gameplay anymore honestly. I play most games just for the graphics.

 

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