Making the Call Between iPhone or Android Smartphones – Part Two

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    Trade-in Old iPhone or Android Phone

    The best deals are when trading in an old phone. If you do not have one, you can buy one on eBay and save a ton.  Buy a Samsung S20FE 5G in very good condition for $160 and get $830 trade in value on AT&T! Keep your old iPhone as a spare. Buying a used iPhone is more worrisome with many having replaced screen using 3rd parties.

    Wireless companies are giving phones away in exchange for locking you in for bill credits each month.

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    Special iPhone 15 Promotions when you Switch

    • AT&T - Get up to $1000 off iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max - up to $830 off iPhone 15/ iPhone 15 Plus with eligible trade-in when you purchase on an installment plan, with an eligible AT&T unlimited plan (speed restrictions apply)
    • Verizon: Get up to $800 off this device when you trade in. New line required. Plus $200 when you switch.
    • Xfinity: Save on iPhone 15 when you switch to Xfinity.
    • T-Mobile: Get an iPhone 15 Pro ON US via 24 mo. bill credits when you trade in an eligible device on Magenta® MAX. Plus, Apple TV+ is included with Magenta MAX.

    Some Older phones are available with less trade in.  Trading in is a lot easier than selling your phone on eBay or Craigslist.

    New iPhones 15:

    • iPhone 15: Starts at $799 (128GB), $899 (256GB), $1099 (512GB)
    • iPhone 15 Plus: Starts at $899 (128GB), $999 (256GB), $1099 (512GB)
    • iPhone 15 Pro: Starts at $999 (128GB), $1,099 (256GB), $1,299 (512GB), $1499 (1TB)
    • iPhone 15 Pro Max: Starts at $1,199 (256GB), $1,399 (512GB), $1599 (1TB)

    The biggest changes: USB-C port (no more proprietary Lightning cables!), all models have top of the screen Dynamic Island, better low light cameras, and the iPhone 15 Pro/ Pro Max models now have the new and faster A17 pro chip that speed up all tasks.

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    • 5G Access
    • Standard Mobile Security
    • 5 lines for $150
    • Plus tax & fees
    • To qualify for $1000 credit, minimum Trade-In value must be $230 or higher after device condition questions have been answered
      • Eligible devices:
        • Apple iPhone: 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
        • Samsung Galaxy: Z Flip4, Z Fold4, S22 Ultra 5G, S23, S23+, S23 Ultra
        • Google: 7 Pro
    • To qualify for $830 credit, minimum Trade-In value must be $130-$229 after device condition questions have been answered
      • Eligible devices:
        • Apple iPhone: 11, 11 Pro, iPhone 12mini, 11 Pro Max, 12, 12 Pro, 13 mini
        • Samsung Galaxy: S20, S20 5G, S20 FE, S20 FE 5G, S20+, S20+ 5G, S20 Ultra 5G, Note20, Note20 5G, Note20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra 5G, S21 5G, S21+ 5G, S21 FE 5G, Fold, Fold 5G, Z Flip3 5G, S21 Ultra 5G, S22 5G, S22+ 5G, ZFold2 5G, Z Fold3 5G
        • Google: Pixel 6 Pro, 7
        • OTHER: OnePlus 10 Pro

    Verizon Unlimited Welcome Plan

    • 1 Line $45 for Unlimited Talk, Text, Web, DVD Quality Streaming
    • 5G Nationwide
    • No Hotspot
    • Plus tax & fees

    Verizon Special Trade-in Offer: Monthly price reflects net monthly payment, after Apple instant trade-in credit at checkout, and Verizon monthly bill credits applied over 24 months. Customer must remain in the Verizon Device Payment Program for 24 months to receive the full benefit of the Verizon bill credits. Bill credits may take 1-2 bill cycles to appear. If it takes two cycles for bill credits to appear, you’ll see the credit for the first cycle on your second bill in addition to that month’s credit. Requires purchase and activation of a new iPhone 15 mini, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max with the Verizon Device Payment Program at 0% APR for 24 months, subject to carrier credit qualification, and iPhone availability and limits.

    T-Mobile Essentials Plan

    • 1 line $60/month, Get 3rd line free
    • Unlimited Talk Text and Web
    • Unlimited 3G hotspot
    • DVD quality streaming
    Sales tax in: Most States
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    Sales tax in: Most States
    Posted: September 20, 2023 6:59 AM PDT


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    Posted: September 18, 2023 6:59 AM PDT


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Android vs iPhone VS Android vs iPhone

Hardware, durability and cost are not the only considerations that go into deciding between an Android or iPhone.

The software or operating systems that power our devices do as much to shape the character of a particular phone as the look and feel of the machine itself. It’s also in this internal software that the most stark differences exist between Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS.

Know Your OS – Pros and Cons

When it comes to operating systems, neither iOS or Android can please everyone (especially tech geeks and programmers). Fortunately, a bit of healthy competition means that consumers are constantly seeing improvements and updates to perfect their platforms.

Apple’s latest OS is iOS 6 as of this article’s publication date, while Android is on version 4.

Android PROS

• Android’s open system is designed with the developer in mind. Built using the Linux kernel system, Android’s infrastructure is versatile and easily customizable.

• For those who like complete control of their machine, Android is easy to hack and its wide-open marketplace means there are a seemingly unlimited array of apps and extensions to choose from.

• Android is integrated into Google, so users who take advantage of Google services like Calendar, Gmail and Drive will appreciate the synchronicity.

Android CONS

• Because Android operates like a ‘wild West’ for developers, it can be difficult to get support. Compatibility suffers.

• Older Android devices may be unable to update to the newest Android version, making some apps obsolete or unusable. Wireless carriers are slow to put out security patches and have no incentive to update handsets to new major version of the operating system. They would prefer you buy a new smartphone.

• Some Android smartphones have very little storage for additional apps. We have a T-Mobile LG and it is full of built in apps you cannot remove, leaving little space for new apps. While it has a MicroSD slot for memory expansion, you cannot move apps to it, you can store movies, music, documents, or pictures on it. (You can root the phone and run a SD card shadow memory program if you are an expert)

• Android’s open system makes it more vulnerable to apps that have security problems and privacy issues.

• Google tailors ads based on your personal message content, so users sacrifice privacy in their email conversations.

iOS PROS

• iPhone is renowned for out-of-the-box usability, and iOS versions are consistent across several years of iPhone releases. You will almost always be able to upgrade to the newest operating system. (If Apple allows it)

• Apple devices are easy to learn and easy to use, and support is readily available. Apple Retail Stores are all over the country.

• The user interface is consistent across devices. If you have an iPad, then you know how to use an iPhone, and vice versa.

• Significantly more apps are available for iOS, especially tablet optimized apps.  All iOS apps must be approved for the Apple Store, helping to ensure higher quality and security.

 • Apple is very good at keeping their devices updated. The iOS7 upgrade was supported all the way back to the iPhone 4 and iPad 2 (both over two years old)

iOS CONS

• Apple’s closed system is not as friendly to developers and programmers. Although ‘jailbreaking’ is common and allows for apps that exist away from the App Store, it voids the warranty on the device and makes it difficult to update to a newer version of software.

• iPhone is not as customizable as Android. All users’ interfaces resemble each other.

 Windows Phone

Microsoft's Windows Phone platform has come a long way in four years and, with innovative features coming in v8.1 such as the updated Modern interface, Cortana, and Microsoft Office pre-installed, has emerged in the mobile wars as a viable alternative for users looking for Office compatibility and a fresh new interface.

Windows Phone PROS

• Windows Phone comes with complete and out-of-the-box compatibility for Microsoft Office with a mobile version of Office pre-installed

• The unique Metro UI, with real-time "Live Tiles" and pre-installed widgets, provides a fresh approach on mobile interfaces

• Metro UI is used across all of Microsoft's OS's, so Windows 8 and Surface users will feel right at home

• Window's app "Marketplace" requires developers to send in their apps for approval, which means that the apps on the Windows Marketplace are secure and have been screened for quality

Windows Phone CONS

• Windows Phone OS lives in a closed ecosystem, where programmers and developers are kept out of modifying the OS or installing apps without submitting them to the Windows Marketplace first

• The selection of apps from the Windows Marketplace is sparse in all areas (especially in non-utility apps such as games or entertainment apps), and users who are switching from an iOS or Android device might miss many of their favorite apps

• Many users complain that the OS doesn't feel fully finished or that the OS feels intuitive at times.

• Microsoft's mobile browser Internet Explorer Mobile feels half baked while forcing you to use Bing for all of your searches.

The Bottom Line

Android — Although Android offers far more options for quality phones from various manufacturers, there are also many budget options that may ultimately disappoint. Read reviews of the latest devices online, rather than just trusting the salesperson at the carrier’s retail location, who will obviously push the phone they are currently hyping with new service contracts.

Because user interfaces can differ between devices (and between Android phones and tablets from makers like HTC and Samsung), less tech-savvy users may be disoriented by a new Android device. Finally, because of the wide array of manufacturers, tech support can be problematic when the phone maker blames an issue on the carrier, and vice versa.

For users on a budget, who heavily rely on Google services, or who desire the maximum possible customization, Android may be the best choice.

Apple — Consistency, elegant design, simplicity, quality and customer service are the hallmarks that make Apple the industry leader in smartphones. Pricing can be expensive, but because new phones are set at a hard price, there is little need to ‘shop around.’ Apple’s tech support is easy to reach and very helpful, making Apple the all-around best for user experience.

If you want sleek and simple usability and can afford it, the iPhone may be the best choice.

Windows Phone — Excellent design with a unique approach to the homescreen and 100% compatibility with Windows, but tied to Microsoft's ecosystem with a small selection of apps. While some built in features are rough around the edges, Microsoft's new mobile OS has shown quite a bit of potential

The Windows Phone may be the best choice for users who want easy Windows Office integration, a safe, small, and closed ecosystem, and the opportunity to try something new

iPhone or Android is the question for today. Are you a former iPhone or Android user that has made the switch? Are you happy with your decision? Leave a comment with your opinion.

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2 responses to “Making the Call Between iPhone or Android Smartphones – Part Two”

  1. android application says:

    Android and iOS devices require different apps, offer different features, and work best with different brands of computers and smart hardware. All this makes it difficult to use both mobile operating systems together. But that doesn’t mean you have to restrict yourself to one or the other.

  2. sagartrivedi says:

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