ledfrog
Well-known member
Name 3 functions that the Google Edition has that the regular one doesn't.
Fast updates isn't a function, it's a benefit btw
I'll take a stab at this...
- Tethering and hotspot features without needing a tethering data plan (mostly beneficial for unlimited data plan owners on AT&T)
- Better performance without all the carrier software running (mostly noticed on the S4 according to early reports)
- Google Wallet (S4 only) - From what I understand, all carriers have blocked Google Wallet from being used on carrier-branded devices? If that's not true anymore, please correct me.
By the way, fast updates could be considered a function if the update includes new features. The carriers may end up removing or blocking certain features which would give the Play Editions a leading edge.
Also, the use of the word functionality doesn't always mean "to have a function". For example, if you compare the camera apps between the original devices and the Google Play Editions, everyone is talking about how the GP editions lose a lot of editing features and camera settings. However, to some people...the loss of confusing settings and insane amount of menu options could be considered better functionality. I think that's what KGBKNY meant when he said, "Functionality is in the eye of the beholder."