Samsung Galaxy S over Apple iPhone 4
- Android 2.1 Éclair, 2.2 Froyo update just around the corner
- 4” SuperAMOLED display with a 15:9 widescreen aspect ratio
- Regular SIM card support
- DivX/XviD video support
- FM radio with RDS
- Notably cheaper
Apple iPhone 4 over Samsung Galaxy S
- iOS 4
- 640 x 960 pixel Retina display
- Scratch-resistant, high-quality glass panels
- LED flash
- Precise movement tracking via a gyro sensor
At times, it will look like the Galaxy S is competing against a first-gen iPhone. There are still things Apple will never bother put in their phones. Elsewhere, the Samsung Galaxy S might find it hard to match the stature and eloquence of the iPhone.
Samsung has been providing quite a few top-class handsets recently, covering Android, Symbian, Windows Mobile and its own Bada platforms.
The Samsung Galaxy S promises a lot - taking the competent Galaxy and making it faster with a stunning screen.
However, Apple has its new competitor on the block in the form of the iPhone 4.
Can the Galaxy shoot the iPhone 4 off into space?
Screen:
The Samsung Galaxy S features a 4-inch, 480x800 pixel super-AMOLED color screen.
It's massive and sharp and we'd say it's the best feature of the Samsung Galaxy S, and probably the best smartphone screen out there.
However, the iPhone 4's 640x960 pixels, 3.5 inch Retina display with a glass, scratch resistant cover, is absolutely stunning too.
The larger, crisper screen of the Galaxy S gets our vote though.
Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S
Camera:
The Samsung Galaxy S features a 5-megapixel camera mounted on the back. There's no flash or an anti-shake filter, or video calling as there is on the iPhonr 4.
The Samsung's camera does allow for video recording in HD though, although we're not sure how handy it will be without a flash in low light conditions.
The Samsung Galaxy S also features a secondary camera on the front for making video calls.
Samsung's cameras traditionally produce stunning photos, so we can expect lots from the Galaxy S.
Along with the 5-megapixel camera on the back with LED flash, the iPhone 4 packs in a VGA camera on the front to allow for self-potraits and FaceTime calls.
The more powerful camera on the rear even supports HD video recording, at a resolution of 720p at 30 frames per second.
We see the flash as an advantage here because it means the iPhone is prepared for any low-light situation.
Verdict: iPhone 4
The Galaxy S's processor is ARM's Cortex A8 1GHz processor, while the iPhone4 uses Apple's own Apple A4 processor, alrthough it is built upon the same framework as the Samsung's powerhouse.
We've seen the capabilities of Apple's A4 processor on the iPad and it performs fantastically well.
Samsung has a lot to compete with in this arena, although we're pretty sure Samsung will put up a strong fight and possibly prove victorious.
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S
Operating System:
The Samsung Galaxy S runs on Android 2.1, with Samsung's TouchWiz UI overlaid.
It's a decent move from Android 1.6 offering Outlook support, more homescreens and Flash Lite v3.1.
Android also offers full multitasking unlike Apple which is always an advantage in our eyes, especially when you factor init speedy processor.
The iPhone 4 runs on the newly innovated iOS 4. Features include interchangeable homescreen wallpapers, multitasking, and a software audio controller that works with any background audio app, not just the iPod app.
However, Apple's App Store will be hard to beat, despite Android catching up on the apps race pretty quickly.
Verdict: iPhone 4
Overall Verdict
It is hard to match the iPhone 4 when going head to head with any phone, but the Samsung Galaxy S certainly puts up a fight.
If you can't fathom spending £500-£600 upfront for a phone and want a more cost effective choice the Samsung Galaxy is a great option.
It's a top quality smartphone that has the advantage of the open source Android platform in its favour.
The screen is stunning and lareg enough to make web browsing a breeze, but we're not convinced the Touchwiz UI is as user friendly as Apple's.
So, I guess my favorite...Iphone4 it has a competitive rival.....
The Samsung Galaxy S promises a lot - taking the competent Galaxy and making it faster with a stunning screen.
However, Apple has its new competitor on the block in the form of the iPhone 4.
Can the Galaxy shoot the iPhone 4 off into space?
Screen:
The Samsung Galaxy S features a 4-inch, 480x800 pixel super-AMOLED color screen.
It's massive and sharp and we'd say it's the best feature of the Samsung Galaxy S, and probably the best smartphone screen out there.
However, the iPhone 4's 640x960 pixels, 3.5 inch Retina display with a glass, scratch resistant cover, is absolutely stunning too.
The larger, crisper screen of the Galaxy S gets our vote though.
Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S
Camera:
The Samsung Galaxy S features a 5-megapixel camera mounted on the back. There's no flash or an anti-shake filter, or video calling as there is on the iPhonr 4.
The Samsung's camera does allow for video recording in HD though, although we're not sure how handy it will be without a flash in low light conditions.
The Samsung Galaxy S also features a secondary camera on the front for making video calls.
Samsung's cameras traditionally produce stunning photos, so we can expect lots from the Galaxy S.
Along with the 5-megapixel camera on the back with LED flash, the iPhone 4 packs in a VGA camera on the front to allow for self-potraits and FaceTime calls.
The more powerful camera on the rear even supports HD video recording, at a resolution of 720p at 30 frames per second.
We see the flash as an advantage here because it means the iPhone is prepared for any low-light situation.
Verdict: iPhone 4
The Galaxy S's processor is ARM's Cortex A8 1GHz processor, while the iPhone4 uses Apple's own Apple A4 processor, alrthough it is built upon the same framework as the Samsung's powerhouse.
We've seen the capabilities of Apple's A4 processor on the iPad and it performs fantastically well.
Samsung has a lot to compete with in this arena, although we're pretty sure Samsung will put up a strong fight and possibly prove victorious.
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S
Operating System:
The Samsung Galaxy S runs on Android 2.1, with Samsung's TouchWiz UI overlaid.
It's a decent move from Android 1.6 offering Outlook support, more homescreens and Flash Lite v3.1.
Android also offers full multitasking unlike Apple which is always an advantage in our eyes, especially when you factor init speedy processor.
The iPhone 4 runs on the newly innovated iOS 4. Features include interchangeable homescreen wallpapers, multitasking, and a software audio controller that works with any background audio app, not just the iPod app.
However, Apple's App Store will be hard to beat, despite Android catching up on the apps race pretty quickly.
Verdict: iPhone 4
Overall Verdict
It is hard to match the iPhone 4 when going head to head with any phone, but the Samsung Galaxy S certainly puts up a fight.
If you can't fathom spending £500-£600 upfront for a phone and want a more cost effective choice the Samsung Galaxy is a great option.
It's a top quality smartphone that has the advantage of the open source Android platform in its favour.
The screen is stunning and lareg enough to make web browsing a breeze, but we're not convinced the Touchwiz UI is as user friendly as Apple's.
So, I guess my favorite...Iphone4 it has a competitive rival.....
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