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NEED REC'S -- FIRST SMARTPHONE

Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 16:30:45 GMT

I have to start considering this, even though I love my LG phone. It's getting older.

When smartphones first came out, I passed because everyone I saw using one was frowning and confused when ever they looked at their phone. No one looked like they were having fun, that's for sure!

Then I postponed smartphone shopping because everyone was always complaining about their batteries going dead. WHY can't they make a battery that stays charged for at least a couple days? Why can't they make a better battery?

There are still other considerations, but the last one I'll post is ...... HOW do you choose one? They all do pretty much the same thing, right?

Is there some special feature on your smartphone that you really really love? Isn't all about the apps you use? If not, why do some people trade in their phones every 3 to 6 months?

This can give anyone a headache!

Re: NEED REC'S -- FIRST SMARTPHONE

terrier3 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 16:58:28 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
I have to start considering this, even though I love my LG phone. It's getting older.

When smartphones first came out, I passed because everyone I saw using one was frowning and confused when ever they looked at their phone. No one looked like they were having fun, that's for sure!

Then I postponed smartphone shopping because everyone was always complaining about their batteries going dead. WHY can't they make a battery that stays charged for at least a couple days? Why can't they make a better battery?

There are still other considerations, but the last one I'll post is ...... HOW do you choose one? They all do pretty much the same thing, right?

Is there some special feature on your smartphone that you really really love? Isn't all about the apps you use? If not, why do some people trade in their phones every 3 to 6 months?

This can give anyone a headache!

I never had a desire to get one until I was issued one at the health insurance company I worked for...I fell in LOVE with my iphone 5S!

The day I had to turn it in after the seasonal job ended was the day I marched into the Apple Store and got my own. It turned out that with my Sprint contract, it was free - the 6 would have cost an extra $99.

It is SO handy...I can check my work e-mail much easier than the Blackberry I had years ago...I use the music feature and weather a lot too.

Go for it - you'll never look back!

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Vivian — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:16:00 GMT

I just got my first iPhone, an Apple 5S, last month. I had been using what I referred to as my dinosaur flip phone for years and had taken many valuable pictures with it. When the AT&T people said they could transfer the photos to a new phone I signed on. Since I have an iPad, the learning curve was fairly simple. I've always found Apple products more intuitive than any other. I taught myself the iPad with no help so I approached the phone the same way. I am sure I don't use half the features but I don't care. I phone, I email I text, I access the Internet. I've even spoken to SIRI a few times. Don't worry about not learning everything the phone does. Just use what you need...much less daunting when it comes to learning. And by the way, I signed a two-year lease. I have no need to have the latest new thing. At night I charge it and all is fine. I think those who have battery trouble have their phones permanently attached to their bodies. I don't.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:15:42 GMT

I have the IPHONE 5 and have had it since it first came out.

My friend who has a phone that was made when Jesus walked the earth is going to go with me while I get the new IPHONE 6S. I'm hoping she'll get one too. She is very practical and although she has more money than she can spend is very practical. I have no trouble reminding her she has no children, no husband and needs to enjoy her life (like I do)!

The world is about to open up for her. I love my phone. A few weeks ago I was in bed watching TV, it was around 12:30AM (I stay up late) and I got the bubble sound that I was being FACE TIMED! Suddenly Britany Spears was dancing and singing to me. The lights were beautiful and the audience was groving!

It was my daughter #3 (I call her). She was in Las Vegas to run a race for charity and went to see Britany. She wanted to share it with me! Then I toured the Grand canyon and Hoover ****** in a helicopter with her. Stood in the middle of the Baligio (sp) in Las Vegas as the fountains danced and music played. It was amazing!

A day or two later daughter #2 had me share in making cookies and her oldest 9 year old have her sleepover. I got to meet facetime with her friends! Her husband flies his own plane and this summer I got to fly all around the Statue of Liberty and along the East Coast as they headed home to Florida. It was as if I was sitting in the plane next to them!

Technology is wonerful! I don't understand people who don't take advantage of it! These days families are spread everywhere. Technology helps us stay closer and when we do get together there is no awkardness of "you've changed" because you were 'there' for the changes.

Good for you on your new purchase. I know you will enjoy having it. Make sure you use everything you can do on it. It's an amazing piece of technology.

Something funny. I've been 'butt dialed' a few times (that's where the button was accidentally hit and you are there and the person doesn't know it. It seldom happens but it is funny when it does. I listen in a second and then disconnect because it's rude to keep listening. You can make it so it won't happen so don't worry about it.

Please let us know when you get it and how much you love it because you will if you're not afraid of it!

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Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:21:21 GMT

Okay .... hmmmm ..... one more consideration.

The other day I read that it's probably better to NOT get an apple phone, because if you ever want out, getting your contacts out of their cloud is a nightmare. I don't know if I want a "committed relationship" with apple!

Anyone love their andriod smart phone?

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hckynutjohn — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:21:48 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
I have to start considering this, even though I love my LG phone. It's getting older.

When smartphones first came out, I passed because everyone I saw using one was frowning and confused when ever they looked at their phone. No one looked like they were having fun, that's for sure!

Then I postponed smartphone shopping because everyone was always complaining about their batteries going dead. WHY can't they make a battery that stays charged for at least a couple days? Why can't they make a better battery?

There are still other considerations, but the last one I'll post is ...... HOW do you choose one? They all do pretty much the same thing, right?

Is there some special feature on your smartphone that you really really love? Isn't all about the apps you use? If not, why do some people trade in their phones every 3 to 6 months?

This can give anyone a headache!

Android is the #1 Operating System on Smart Phones, not the more expensive ones that start with an "i". They do things differently, but for me. When I can buy a Samsung Smart Tracfone, with a years service for less than $80, why would spend $300-$500+ for an "i" smart anything?

I'll stick with keeping more of my money in my pocket, and giving up nothing of use to me, and also my wife. She has one of Samsungs top Androids, and pays $35 a month for unlimited everything, except data, which never gets even close to her max monthly limit.

hckynut(john)

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Nuttmeg — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:22:03 GMT

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2347798,00.asp An article about wireless providers.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cell-phones-services/buying-guide.htm?loginMethod=auto

I really enjoy using my Note 5. I do the normal phone things with it. I play games, watch TV shows using my home network, and take pictures.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:48:32 GMT

My friend has the Note phone something or other. That thing is big! I can do everything on my IPHONE she can do on that big thing! She loves it so that's what matters. I have arthritis so wouldn't like holding on to the big thing.

I don't know anything about getting out of the IPHONE. I get a 2 year contract because I'm lazy and I just want to be able to use the @#$ thing and not worry about changing things.

I have Verizon and so does my #3 (youngest daughter). She has traveled to Africa and all parts of the US. We never had any trouble connecting (even in the middle of some of these ski resorts she goes to). She'll call and say, "I'm not sure if I'll have phone service" but sure as shootin' she does!

My little sister (she's in her mid 50's) just got a new IPHONE 6 because her phone failed on her. She handed it to me and I showed her a few things about it. (This was a case of the blind leading the blind)! Ha!

She was amazed she'd not used some of it. If you do get one, use it. Get what's best for you. Listen to everyone, feel them, hold them, but get what YOU want not what someone thinks you should get. That way you only have yourself to blame if it stinks.

I'm hard headed that way. I can usually find someone else to blame though!

I text constantly to friends and family. Short things like, "Good morning, have a great day". Just to say, "thinking of you".

Sometimes myself, my 2 daughters (in different states) will text all three together, then her husband joins in from Miami (on business). They send pictures in the middle of the day about my grandchildren. I love it all.

The thing I've found about Apple and I talk to total strangers all of the time (can you guess). 99% of Apple users are loyal to Apple. I don't know many who change over unless it's because they have to change over. Everything in my life is Apple and I love it.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 17:51:35 GMT

My sister complained about her battery going dead and I showed her how to go into it and change some of her settings. She was using juice she didn't need to have on. That's probably their problem.

I also have extra battery's if I need them. (Facetime draws on the battery). Not a big deal, plug it in and off you go. They cost as little as $10 to bring along, but you won't need it if you check to see what you're connected to (save your juice).

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Nightowlz — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 18:13:48 GMT

I have the LG Sunset L33L. It works for me since I hardly use it. DH has the same phone & loves it. He wants another one so he can use one as his phone & one just for music. LOL!!! I don't know why he does not use his iPod for music. I know this phone does lots of things that I have no idea how to do. Tracfone now has where you can buy separate talk mins, data mins or text mins. These mins will not triple. DH is going to add 3000 talk mins for $90 with 90 days service. He will probably add 1000 text mins for $10. I don't know how long they have been doing this. I just noticed it last month.

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Nuttmeg — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 18:42:45 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
Okay .... hmmmm ..... one more consideration.

The other day I read that it's probably better to NOT get an apple phone, because if you ever want out, getting your contacts out of their cloud is a nightmare. I don't know if I want a "committed relationship" with apple!

Anyone love their andriod smart phone?

Most of the wireless companies give some cloud storage with service.

http://www.theverge.com/2014/1/27/5342500/sprint-cloud-storage-unlimited-pogoplug

When you go to buy a phone this is a question you should ask?

I have a Note 5 and Verizon gives customers 5 GB of cloud storage.

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OooLaLa — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 18:45:03 GMT

Hi. Don't often post, but after reading yours, thought I would share my experience, just in case it might be of some help to you.

I was right where you are back in August, when I visited my Ver**** store with my "antique" un-smart phone. I had in mind I either would be getting an iPhone or a Samsung. And what did I end up with? A Motorola Droid Turbo! : ) As I understand, that is a "V" store proprietary phone. I'm certainly not going to try to persuade you, one way or the other, only to pass along what I was told. Was told that the iPhone was probably the easiest, most user-friendly phone and that the Samsung is a little less so, but a great phone, nonetheless. One thing the Samsung has is the media slot, so that you can expand your memory and transfer data. Of course, "V" was big on the Moto Droid. I've found it to be fine, and I don't hate it. Can't compare it with anything because it's my first smart phone.

My opinion is that there is no perfect phone. You're going to find pros and cons about each of them. And to give you even more to think about, besides the iPhone, Samsung and Moto Droid Turbo, as I understand, LG, with which you're already familiar, makes a good smart phone, too! My other deciding factor was that I don't have any other Apple products, so thought I would go with Android.

This is such a subjective decision, ask people whose opinion you trust and arm yourself with some knowledge before you go to the phone store. And when you go to purchase, ask questions (make a list before you go) of the salesperson, keeping in mind they're probably going to be pushing certain phones. The store probably offers workshops to introduce you to your new phone. Just be brave, go forth and conquer and don't feel conquered by the phone! You'll find your new phone, whichever you choose, to be very useful and, hopefully, enjoyable.

Re: Batteries needing to be recharged, these phones come with a whole bunch of pre-loaded, battery-draining apps, many of which you probably won't be interested in. So, mention this concern to your salesperson.

Maybe those "frowny" smart phone users you noticed weren't doing so well with a game they were playing! Good luck.

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jackthebear — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 18:48:43 GMT

iphone

I had a friend who was very usure about this very thing, got one and is loving it.

As for the battery issue, once you get it there are settings to tweak to adjust, be sure you charge it at home and no worries.

contacts back up your contacts on your computer and you can always get them to a phone.

Don't listen to negative Nellies on this.

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mdmc — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 18:57:43 GMT

I LOVE my IPhone. I have had a few and they are so easy to use. Also if you have an Apple store near you they have classes for their products and they are free. It dosent matter where you buy your Allpe producs they are very happy to help you any way they can. And its FREE. You also dont have to have the latest model. I think there are deals out ther right now for the 6. I say go try it and see how you like it.

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Nuttmeg — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 19:21:04 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
I have to start considering this, even though I love my LG phone. It's getting older.

When smartphones first came out, I passed because everyone I saw using one was frowning and confused when ever they looked at their phone. No one looked like they were having fun, that's for sure!

Then I postponed smartphone shopping because everyone was always complaining about their batteries going dead. WHY can't they make a battery that stays charged for at least a couple days? Why can't they make a better battery?

There are still other considerations, but the last one I'll post is ...... HOW do you choose one? They all do pretty much the same thing, right?

Is there some special feature on your smartphone that you really really love? Isn't all about the apps you use? If not, why do some people trade in their phones every 3 to 6 months?

This can give anyone a headache!

The Note 5 has a power saver, and an ultra power saver setting. The battery feels strong like my iPad or iPod Touch.

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sandraskates — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 20:21:28 GMT

My hubby has an iPhone. I have the Samsung 4(I believe it is 4, not 5).

He likes his. I like mine.

Our provider is T-Mobile. There is a store near us and the rather young and hip phone experts that have worked there throughout the years have been outstanding. Each employee that has waited on us - especially when we wanted to upgrade our phones - took a lot of time to explain the nuances in their phone offerings.

In the end I liked the feeling of the Samsung in my hand and the interface is vibrant. It's very easy to use, upgrade and customize.

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glb613 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 22:41:01 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
Okay .... hmmmm ..... one more consideration.

The other day I read that it's probably better to NOT get an apple phone, because if you ever want out, getting your contacts out of their cloud is a nightmare. I don't know if I want a "committed relationship" with apple!

Anyone love their andriod smart phone?

Why do you think you have to use iCloud? I back up my iPhone to my computer. I backup my computer to 2 external hard drives.

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Dusty1 — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 23:41:16 GMT

I wish that I could go back to my old phone. I just got my first Smartphone. Everyone told me that I would love it, but I kind of hate it. I got the Samsung 6S. 1) It's expensive. The phone+the data plan 2) It's bossy. Always telling me what I need to do or what I should want to do. Always suggesting things to me. I'm busy. Leave me alone. 3) It's so tetchy. You have to poke or swipe things just the right way or it changes stuff or won't do what you want it to do. It's a good camera & I do enjoy that, but as a phone it's a pain in my bottom. My old LG phone was a good phone. Small. Easy to talk & text on. Decent camera. I miss it.

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hckynutjohn — Mon, 28 Dec 2015 00:05:00 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
Okay .... hmmmm ..... one more consideration.

The other day I read that it's probably better to NOT get an apple phone, because if you ever want out, getting your contacts out of their cloud is a nightmare. I don't know if I want a "committed relationship" with apple!

Anyone love their andriod smart phone?

Not pushing apple by any means, I prefer cheaper devices when it comes to any "mobile device". And since Android is much cheaper/can add more memory(i-stuff you cannot) and can do everything most users will need.

If you have things that are really important? Use your computer and burn them to a DVD. About the safest place to back up your most important documents/video and photo's. Forget the cloud unless you are one that needs access 24/7 to these things.

hckynut(john)

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Big Sister — Mon, 28 Dec 2015 01:35:56 GMT

I have the android OS and the LG phone, the Ultimate 2 ( LC41) and I love it. It is my first smart phone. You will save money if you go through Tracfone, which I did, and get the great deals at HSN or QVC: One year of service with 1300 mins. (approx.)

The mins. you buy, tripple for life. And you can probably get one of theTracfones for about $99.

It's a great deal.