08-03-2014, 08:46 AM
sekker wrote:
I've posted sub $100 android phones here before.
Yes, but before doesn't equal now.

sekker wrote: Here's a $200 Samsung galaxy's s3. Far better android device, 16gb internal, and an sd slot.
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$209 refurb? While I appreciate it is an unlocked GSM model (could use it for my actual phone if need be), I can get the Virgin Mobile S3 for $199, which also comes with a $15 gift card (probably get the Taco Bell card for my mom). However, $199 is still far more than $60, even with the gift card. Honestly, how much faster is an S3 than the Moto G at this point? Probably pretty close in performance, right?
Pros for the S3 (order of importance for me):
- Dual Band WiFi
- More built in storage
- MicroSD card
- Removable battery
- Likely has a better camera
- MHL
- NFC
Only the first
Pros for the Moto G:
- $60!!!
- Cleaner Android installation
Granted a smaller list, but that first tidbit, Moto G being a third of the price compared to an S3, is the clincher. Cleaner installation shouldn't be overlooked either. For my needs, browse the web, play Minecraft PE with my daughter and maybe stream some media, seems like a reasonable compromise. And let's not forget -- $60!!!! As far as design, not that it matters much for my use case, I find the Moto G to be a handsome, understated device, and frankly nicer looking than the S3.
Would I prefer a microSD slot? Yep. What I prefer a removable battery? Definitely! Would I at the very least prefer 16GB of internal storage? Sure. However, I also didn't really need to spend any money, so the best bang for the buck device wins in this case. If the S3 was $159 or even $179, in addition to the $15 gift card, I might have gone that route. Then again, I can get two of these Moto G models for less than one S3. Since I have two older iPod touches which could use an upgrade, that's pretty compelling. Two for less than the price of one!
I do appreciate your suggestions and as always, this is a great discussion!!!
