Definately right. Now the wow factor is simply because it is Samsung. But don't get me wrong. In terms of technology and software., Samsung is still ahead. But gonna wait for htc one and s4 and will b deciding later.

RRP: RM1699

Agreed. The technology and software do amazes us, but the design is really a turn down for me. For the price i am paying i would want something premium, like the One anodized aluminium, instead of something plastic. Same here, will be considering the One and S4.

bear in mind customer support is important, software updates is what make apple special and samsung is leading in android market. Htc have been poor with android version and battery life (unremovable), as the better the phone' spec is, the more power they consume. i dont think anyone like to carry an external power bank all the time.

wait till they get full review before buying

For me definately i am not going to rush for it... need to observe for at least 4 months to ensure no "SDS" or other major problem

yup, HTC is slow in releasing updates and from previous reviews on their battery life isnt satisfying. as for the specs, i cannot agree with you. look at the exynos octa for example. it has a quad ARM-15 for heavy tasking and another quad ARM-7 for light or normal usage, which suppose to give better battery life ( wait for reviews ). another similar example would be the tegra 3 an 4. in my opinion it still goes down to how the software controls and utilise the power usage.

Sony and Motorola how?

i never use these 2 maker's phone. any1 have exp on these 2?

HTC beh tahan liao...... poor knowledge also i go to service center..

Quite disappointed with the exterior design of the S4, really can't differentiate it with the S3.

As HTC, LG and Sony has quite redesigned their phones, it's weird Samsung didn't do the same.

updates could be or could not be important, very much depended on user.

however battery is otherwise, im sure that everyone prefer a phone that can at least last a full day (16 hours) of 'medium' usage.

i do hope that they focus more on optimizing the 'great' spec and battery life, rather than keep introducing 'useless' function where you wont use or power saving mode (gimmick) that lower your core speed to save battery .

i had a motorola before, but was pre-smartphone era and it was disappointing. No comment on their current model, and Sony either. .

My friend has a HTC wildfire that can last for 4 hours only

haha, wait till you go samsung service center, 1-2 hours of waiting queue.

depends on the updates, bug fixes and battery life improvement is important, but i doubt not everyone would be a tech person who checks for updates now and then

well, depends on the user, but i would prefer to calculate based on the on-screen time. you wont be using the phone for a straight 16 hours right ?

yup, TBH, i never turn on the power saving mode after finding out it kills the performance of the phone. ( very noticeable lags )

Quick question, can I get the official Samsung extended battery anywhere here in KL? Been waiting a long damn time for the thing.

+1, fast and good service from the service centre also a plus XD

depend on sc kuching one usually the longest i wait is 15 min

fix or mobo change only take 1 day since they stock up.

My fren bb/htc take 3weeks to 1month to fix. LG also the same reported by other forumer..

true, cant tahan with my stupid battery

fyi, i am using some apps like deep sleeps (data option is not selected), cpu tuner and grennify battery can last around 7-8 hours with 3g on all the way

if I am using my iproc "extended" battery my battery can last additional 2-3 hours capacity 2650mah

Do you mean like power bank but only from samsung?if yes i think i have seen it at aeon seremban s2.the price is 3++ if not mistaken.

this one..i think

http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-gala...5-germany-least

Nope, I'm talking about this

http://www.mobilefun.com/37555-genuine-sam...mah---white.htm

lolz, i need data 24/7 lah bro, for work