Best iPhone 5 alternatives
- — 20 September, 2012 16:28
Are you sick of the Apple hype? Can't be bothered lining up for a phone? Simply don't want an iPhone 5 and looking for something different?
If you're not planning to buy an iPhone 5 but are in the market for a new smartphone, you'll be happy to know that there are plenty of valid alternatives.
From smartphones that are available right now, like Samsung's Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note, the HTC One X and 4G-capable One XL, to the upcoming Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X and Samsung Galaxy Note II, there has never been a better time to dive into the smartphone market.
Here's the best alternatives to the Apple iPhone 5.
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Samsung Galaxy S III
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Nokia Lumia 820
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Samsung Galaxy S III 4G
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HTC Windows Phone 8X
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Samsung Galaxy Note
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Motorola RAZR HD
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Samsung Galaxy Note II
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Sony Xperia TX
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HTC One XL
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HTC One X
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Samsung Galaxy Nexus
The Motorola RAZR HD's big battery definitely lasts a little longer than many of its competitors, giving it a slight advantage. This is a well-built smartphone with some intuitive software but the RAZR HD's industrial look and feel won't strike a positive chord with everyone.
- Review Date:
- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 8th Oct., 2012
- Ross Catanzariti
- Motorola
- Rating:
- Price:
- From $ 449.99
- Pros:
- Good battery life
- Impressive build quality
- Intuitive and simple UI
- Cons:
- Industrial design won't suit all tastes
- Waiting for Jelly Bean update
- Non-removable battery
Comments
Tony Riley
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I have a samsung note. Had it for 5 months and find it to be fantastic.