iPhone 6 Plus vs. Nexus X (or 6)

[chad783]

Now that we know all about the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus and what it will bring to the table next week, how will Google top it? The way I see it the only thing that the iPhone 6 has beat the current N5 is that it runs 64-bit. Otherwise the N4 is just as good.

 

[kd0h]

The m8 chip (fitness/motion aspect) is pretty different as well...
But I agree can't wait to see what Google does! The next Nexus is the office in waiting for before I decide which way I'm going smartphone wise

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[Jeremy8000]

Android: Form follows Function.
Apple: Function follows Form.

The graphic shown, in all fairness, is cherry picking features, and does leave out a number of strengths of the iPhone. But I confess that while I'm a big fan of Android devices, and too entrenched in the ecosystem to consider leaving barring a vast deficit on its part, I am a fan of competition and had truly hoped for Apple to raise the bar substantially with their latest iteration, with real innovations that challenge the capabilities of Android devices in much the same way the Android devices have left iPhones trailing for the past couple of years. It's that leapfrogging that really drives the engineers and developers to push themselves in ways that provides us, the consumers, with faster evolution of the products we use.

Here's hoping Google doesn't slow down, and that Apple gets back into the game a bit more to keep Google on its creative toes.

 

[kd0h]

Android: Form follows Function.
Apple: Function follows Form.

The graphic shown, in all fairness, is cherry picking features, and does leave out a number of strengths of the iPhone. But I confess that while I'm a big fan of Android devices, and too entrenched in the ecosystem to consider leaving barring a vast deficit on its part, I am a fan of competition and had truly hoped for Apple to raise the bar substantially with their latest iteration, with real innovations that challenge the capabilities of Android devices in much the same way the Android devices have left iPhones trailing for the past couple of years. It's that leapfrogging that really drives the engineers and developers to push themselves in ways that provides us, the consumers, with faster evolution of the products we use.

Here's hoping Google doesn't slow down, and that Apple gets back into the game a bit more to keep Google on its creative toes.

Here here!

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[Eli_C]

The way I see it the only thing that the iPhone 6 has beat the current N5 is that it runs 64-bit. Otherwise the N4 is just as good.

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The 20nm CPU is better then any android phone as well Even the 805 is 28nm

The iphone camera is better then 95+% of android phones

 

[jerrykur]

Well a phone is more than it's parts. Let's see how Android L on a Nexus 4/5 vs IOS7 on a iphone6 works out. Which one is smoother, which one can push more pixels, performance benchmarks, etc

 

[mrvco]

Obviously screen size was a major issue that Apple had to address, but do people really hop from iPhone to Android and back based on hardware specifications?

 

[JJ Jones]

Obviously screen size was a major issue that Apple had to address, but do people really hop from iPhone to Android and back based on hardware specifications?

I did.
Used to own iPhone 4. At upgrade time I decided I wanted something with a larger screen. The only real option was to switch to Android. Admittedly, I was also a little curious about how Android worked as well. So I jumped ship to a Razr Maxx HD. Then moved to the LG G2 when it was released.
I will be checking out the iphone6 when it hits stores. Even though the screen measures half an inch smaller than my G2, the iPhone should have nearly the same amount of usable display due to the G2s navbar taking away a good chunk.
I will also be checking out the new Nexus, if it's available on Verizon (not likely, but I have seen the rumor floating around). If it is, well then I'll be comparing it to the iPhone 6 and making my decision.
I don't align myself to any OS, I use what I like. Looks, functionality, battery life are all factors I choose my phone off of. I don't care who manufactured the phone, as long as it meets MY standards.

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[Sweet Pikake]

I did.
Used to own iPhone 4. At upgrade time I decided I wanted something with a larger screen. The only real option was to switch to Android. Admittedly, I was also a little curious about how Android worked as well. So I jumped ship to a Razr Maxx HD. Then moved to the LG G2 when it was released.
I will be checking out the iphone6 when it hits stores. Even though the screen measures half an inch smaller than my G2, the iPhone should have nearly the same amount of usable display due to the G2s navbar taking away a good chunk.
I will also be checking out the new Nexus, if it's available on Verizon (not likely, but I have seen the rumor floating around). If it is, well then I'll be comparing it to the iPhone 6 and making my decision.
I don't align myself to any OS, I use what I like. Looks, functionality, battery life are all factors I choose my phone off of. I don't care who manufactured the phone, as long as it meets MY standards.

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take a look @this, the G2 has a screen to body ratio of 75.91% whereas the iPhone 6 Plus has a 67.93% screen to body ratio which in my opinion is a waste of real estate
Ultimate Screen-to-Body Ratio Comparison (post IFA 2014) | 08-08-08

 

[JJ Jones]

take a look @this, the G2 has a screen to body ratio of 75.91% whereas the iPhone 6 Plus has a 67.93% screen to body ratio which in my opinion is a waste of real estate
Ultimate Screen-to-Body Ratio Comparison (post IFA 2014) | 08-08-08

And I understand that. However, that doesn't take into account the navbar. When measuring the usable screen, it's more like 4.8 inches (that's the best measurement I could get with my crappy ruler). Yes, Kit Kat has immersive mode, but the 3 apps I use most (chrome, hangouts, Android Central) don't do immersive.
So really, screen size is comparable between the two for me, and a non factor in my eyes.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to say iPhone is better, nor am I saying Android devices are better, I'm just giving my reasons for considering the iPhone.

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[Chex313]

Why would specs matter at all??

As our friend Rene' says..Its an experience fight. If you prefer one OS over the other, specs are meaningless.

Specs only matter when comparing the same OS.

If your an Android fan you wouldn't give a hoot about the specs on the new iPhone.

Same goes if your into iOS.

All I know is I can't run a full screen Weather Widget, or Calendar Widget or any kind of widget on iOS. It doesn't have Qi charging and its pretty darn expensive...and the unlocked version may not be available for months...

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[Scott7217]

The way I see it the only thing that the iPhone 6 has beat the current N5 is that it runs 64-bit.

From a hardware perspective, it would be great if a future Nexus phone had a security feature that was more secure than a fingerprint, but quick and easy to use.

I would like to see Nexus phones offered in all carrier stores. Sprint and T-Mobile offered the Nexus 5 in the US. Let's hope AT&T and Verizon will add a Nexus to their lineup this year.

It would be nice to have a collaboration between the carriers and Google for customer service. For example, I would like to buy a Nexus from the Play store, but take it into a carrier store for quick service or an immediate replacement (if necessary).

In addition, I would like to see more accessories for Nexus phones, especially from 3rd party companies. I can step into places like a convenience store and find things made for an iPhone, but for a Nexus, I have to hunt around much more.

 

[RealDogBoy]

From a hardware perspective, it would be great if a future Nexus phone had a security feature that was more secure than a fingerprint, but quick and easy to use.

I would like to see Nexus phones offered in all carrier stores. Sprint and T-Mobile offered the Nexus 5 in the US. Let's hope AT&T and Verizon will add a Nexus to their lineup this year.

It would be nice to have a collaboration between the carriers and Google for customer service. For example, I would like to buy a Nexus from the Play store, but take it into a carrier store for quick service or an immediate replacement (if necessary).

In addition, I would like to see more accessories for Nexus phones, especially from 3rd party companies. I can step into places like a convenience store and find things made for an iPhone, but for a Nexus, I have to hunt around much more.

My Nexus 5 (from the Play Store) works fine on AT&T -- I got a (free) sim from them -- no problem.

 

[Scott7217]

My Nexus 5 (from the Play Store) works fine on AT&T -- I got a (free) sim from them -- no problem.

Exactly -- you bought your Nexus 5 online from the Google Play store. What I am envisioning is walking into an AT&T or Verizon store empty-handed and walking out with a brand-new Nexus phone working on their respective networks.

That would be different from your experience. In your case, you merely got a SIM card. I would like to see the store provide the actual phone to you.

 

[PFKMan23]

From a hardware perspective, it would be great if a future Nexus phone had a security feature that was more secure than a fingerprint, but quick and easy to use.

I would like to see Nexus phones offered in all carrier stores. Sprint and T-Mobile offered the Nexus 5 in the US. Let's hope AT&T and Verizon will add a Nexus to their lineup this year.

It would be nice to have a collaboration between the carriers and Google for customer service. For example, I would like to buy a Nexus from the Play store, but take it into a carrier store for quick service or an immediate replacement (if necessary).

In addition, I would like to see more accessories for Nexus phones, especially from 3rd party companies. I can step into places like a convenience store and find things made for an iPhone, but for a Nexus, I have to hunt around much more.

Unless Google becomes much more like Apple, that will never happen. The more realistic opens would be the Android Silver program or a Nexus device with AT&T bloat.

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[livetoride4666]

Unless Google becomes much more like Apple, that will never happen. The more realistic opens would be the Android Silver program or a Nexus device with AT&T bloat.

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The Android Silver program has been reportedly killed, but we'll see what Google officially announces

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[PFKMan23]

The Android Silver program has been reportedly killed, but we'll see what Google officially announces

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I'm actually aware of that. But I still stand by the first part. I love how Android is more open/flexible, but that means that developers need to work around more quirks, which can lead to issues when you have to deal with skins and such. I love android, but there's a cost.

 

[livetoride4666]

Agreed.

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[Scott7217]

Unless Google becomes much more like Apple, that will never happen. The more realistic opens would be the Android Silver program or a Nexus device with AT&T bloat.

Would it be a good thing for Google to be more like Apple, at least with respect to the Nexus?

 

[Jeremy8000]

Would it be a good thing for Google to be more like Apple, at least with respect to the Nexus?

It would be great if Google would open 'Google Stores' but given that the Nexus devices aren't really a big profit center for them, it seems unlikely -- and their customer service available for devices purchased directly from them (for SUBSTANTIALLY less than off-contract pricing by carriers) is exceptional.

As to carriers offering in-store replacement for devices purchased directly from Google Play, it would cut into their profits by diminishing value of the 'localized' service they currently offer solely for equipment purchased directly from them by making their 'discounted price' (against which they recover the full retail through service contract or scheduled payments) carry less benefit.