What smartphone to get?

[phonellama]

I am looking to buy a new smartphone. I am torn between the htc one, the samsung galaxy s3 lte, galaxy note 2 lte, iphone 5 and the sony xperia z. I am also told the samsung galaxy s4 will be out soon, how much roughly will that be. I live in the uk and I am a moderate-heavy user who wants a lag free experience, but also the best value for money. The phone also needs to be future proof and get all the needed updates, as I will be getting it on a 2 year contract. What is the best smartphone for me, and why?

Thank you for your time.

 

[KaterinaM]

They are all good. Really good. Just compare the specs, decide which ones are the most important for you personally and... choose. If you are still in two minds- buy the cheapest )

 

[jdub1981]

Future proof? I would go with a note 2 or gs4. Yes the htc one is a nice phone but htc doesnt have a good track record for updating the phones with the newer android os' s. I have a note 2 and absolutely love it.

Both the note 2 and gs4 hav3 officially been confirmed by Samsung as getting the key lime pie android upgrade when it come out.

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[nolittdroid]

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[psychogorilla]

All phones discussed are from mainstream manufacturers i.e run of the mill... If you feelin a little experimental you can try ZTE grand.. you get a lot of stuff for your dough.. these devices have a very stock android experience...