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As an Iphone 5 and an andriod user, It depends on what you want to do with your iphone. If you want to look posh and make poor Nigerians perceive you as being posh, then you should get an iphone. If you want a clear picture quality, a phone that never freeze, has a good music quality and expensive, get an iphone.

If you want a rugged phone that you can download, uploade, hack, transfer via bluetooth to anyone, save files from the internet straight up et all, get an andriod. I believe Iphone is overhyped, nothing de there. Its only perceived as posh, thats all. Andriod beats it hands down.

Dnt u av gud message dat will comfort someone's heart... Tired of all dis rash tins

Gerrard59:
I intend purchasing an Iphone, preferably 5s. I would like to ask Nairalanders who own, owned an Iphone or any Apple device to please give me a run down of how an Apple device work in a Nigerian environment.

Does network capability/signal matter a lot?

To fully utilize the features and functions in it,does it ALWAYS require internet connection?

The battery strength? ( 5s owners are more needed here)

Read and heard about its limitations such as Bluetooth pairing with non-Apple devices. Does it allow for a Bluetooth pairing with say, HTC_ONE_M8?

What about WIFI, HOTSPOT? Tethers with a non-mac computer, Android devices?

The OS, how user friendly? Are most of the apps PAID FOR/BOUGHT? I know it has less free apps compared to Android, but will everything be buy buy buy. For instance a basic app like Whatsapp was at a point under the paid app category.

I currently use the HTC ONE M8, not leaving Android in the near future, but would love to use the Iphone 'cos of




* The design. One of the most beautiful phones I have ever seen. A reason I got the HTC.

* The exclusivity of it, rarely seen. It is a statement . Just like the HTC too.

* To enjoy and have a feel of the IOS. and many more.


Ironically, I was one of Apple biggest haters , criticised the price, prison-like limitations, warranty status { Slot is not helping matters}. And which network is more suitable for it? LTE things.


I would appreciate positive comments and constructive criticisms.

[b] As a Pro in both iOS and Android OS
and currently using iPhone 5s on iOS 8.2, HTC One M7 Dual SIM and GiONEE M2
1. Just like every other smartphone iPhone only require Internet connections for apps that require Internet access (to me data is never a problem, I share my GiONEE M2 network across every of my gadget)
2. iPhone 5s battery is not that good == I charge it every day some times twice a day though I always ON my WIFI 24 hours and it's my main phone I use for social network and receive calls
3. If you Sync your iPhone with a different computer with different Apple ID (via iTune) and try to Re-Sync it with another different computer with different Apple ID all your Apps and Music from the previous Sync will be deleted automatically (to prevent this, you have to use a third party Software like iFunBox to transfer Apps and Musics and other documents or media content) Note: No Jail Break required
4. You can't use Apps downloaded with a different Apple ID on your iPhone like you do with Android (i.e sharing of apps) though there is a Chinese Software that will let you use it. Note: No Jail Break required
5. With iOS 8 you can use Xender for iOS to transfer Pictures/Music and any other media files across any device that support Xender share e.g Android phones
6. iPhone 5s really take a great photo and it's the best iPhone ever designed (Jony Ive really did a great work)
7. Every app you install automatically integrate into the OS e.g If you tap and hold a word in opera mini, you either define the word with the inbuilt dictionary or pronounce/speak the word and can even speak the entire text.....
8. About iOS being user friendly, almost all Chinese Android ROM like MIUI, Lewa, EMUI and others are like iOS and have some better features than iOS
.....................Above all I still prefer Android OS to iOS.........................
[/b]

The phone is good oh.. But I still prefer my BB, followed by my android before apple. Reason being that for any meaningful app on apple, you must pay, and without PC you cannot extract or input files unlike these other ones. But if its class or style, the apple has got it. My opinion though.

The iPhone is actually the best phone one could use. Easy to use and has the worlds most advanced mobile Os.
Faster than all android phones.
Spec is just awesome.
It's 8mp iSight camera beats even Samantha 16mo camera.
And yea you get loads of free apps I mean loads of free apps(all free apps on android are also free on the App Store ).
You can always jailbreak and get cracked apps if you want to.
And yes I use iMessage and FaceTime on my iPhone 6 and I'm a Nigerian who lives in Nigeria.

Warlord3000:
There is only one CON that I know

The truth be say na LACK OF DATA go kill you

OGOSHIII

Dude buy an iPhone, u won't ever want to use any other phone in ur life, EVER!!!!!

Blackbeauty:
See how u just want to buy wahala!I was using an iphone 5 I got as a gift which I had to sell!I laugh at you in greek if after all I wil say,you still decide to get the 5s!.I'll start with the pros-1.it is a small cute phone.I love the design and size.
2.It is an overhyped and annoyingly overpriced phone which makes it command respect.You can't see jst anyone using it.when u are out and people will be like 'wow,you use an iphone?' And u say 'yep'( with u smiling internally),that's as good as it gets!
Cons-
1.You can't use bluetooth.you hear a nice song playing or u intend getting a picture.brother,you can't use bluetooth o!except its a transfer from iphone to iphone.now how many people wwud own an iphone where u work or sch?
2.You can't download songs,videos,pdf files...in fact anything from d internet.yes..so if u love free music don't bother!I remember I had to buy ed sheeran's bloodstream and thinking out loud songs from itunes for like 400 naira after d naira got devalued.the frustration I felt that day eh!
3.when u buy it,u can't just add your favourite songs o..u need the itunes app on ur pc to sync the songs into ur phone..if u r foolish enough to give it to slot guys to add songs for u,that's ur doom.The day u get your own itunes app on ur pc,all the previous songs and videos not synced with ur apple I'd will be wiped!
4.The appstore is the crappiest av seen after that of windows os..for files over 100mb,you wud need wifi or no download!you must upgrade to the latest ios 8 or you can't download some apps!once you are on ios 8,you can't downgrade it or jailbreak ur iphone!you see?
5.Many of the fun stuffs on it are better enjoyed in u.s eg hv u seen someone using imessage in nigeria?nada!
There are many more cons in buying an iphone..bt let me stop here!now the decision is yours to make.

Wow! All these wahala? And I am expecting one, this coming Easter from a Friend in d UK.

Don't know what to feel now, but thanks. At least, this info came from Who had used it.

You won't enjoy it bro (especially here in naija) I remembered I bought an Iphone around last year while I was still using an s4, I couldnt even enjoy it. I just keep it in one corner of my room. after like 30days I sell am...

imsuboi:
Blaqbeauty, you're speaking out of ignorance.


OP, prior to when I got my iPhone5c by late June 2014, I used to be a blackberry fan boy.

There's nothing you would say to me to convince me an iPhone is better than a blackberry! Nothing o!

But since I got this device, I've been rolling.

Na battery life? E dey!
Processor speed? E dey!
Picture quality? E dey!
Music delivery (sound effects and all)? E dey!
Swag? E too plenty!

+ it's super easy to operate.
Anyone that can't use an iOS device is simply dull. Ultra, uber, super dull!

Upgrading from any device you currently make use of to iOS, is like upgrading from driving a Keke(tricycle) to cruising in a gold plated Bugatti Veyron! (Yes I said it! Quote me anywhere)




[size=20pt]iOS is King [/size]

Honestly, I thought you were gonna say something

You just carry dey curse and type in big letters. I'm still searching for the sense u made

slimderek:
The iPhone is actually the best phone one could use. Easy to use and has the worlds most advanced mobile Os.
Faster than all android phones.
Spec is just awesome.
It's 8mp iSight camera beats even Samantha 16mo camera.
And yea you get loads of free apps I mean loads of free apps(all free apps on android are also free on the App Store ).
You can always jailbreak and get cracked apps if you want to.
And yes I use iMessage and FaceTime on my iPhone 6 and I'm a Nigerian who lives in Nigeria.

Sorry to Quote you bro..
Do u use imessage to message a nokia touch owner??
If you can message me asap

the bluetooth discrimation makes me madt.. altho if u jailbreak it u will enjoy it.. besyds it needs data... if you a tweak user like me.. run frm that fone

Blackbeauty:
See how u just want to buy wahala!I was using an iphone 5 I got as a gift which I had to sell!I laugh at you in greek if after all I wil say,you still decide to get the 5s!.I'll start with the pros-1.it is a small cute phone.I love the design and size.
2.It is an overhyped and annoyingly overpriced phone which makes it command respect.You can't see jst anyone using it.when u are out and people will be like 'wow,you use an iphone?' And u say 'yep'( with u smiling internally),that's as good as it gets!
Cons-
1.You can't use bluetooth.you hear a nice song playing or u intend getting a picture.brother,you can't use bluetooth o!except its a transfer from iphone to iphone.now how many people wwud own an iphone where u work or sch?
2.You can't download songs,videos,pdf files...in fact anything from d internet.yes..so if u love free music don't bother!I remember I had to buy ed sheeran's bloodstream and thinking out loud songs from itunes for like 400 naira after d naira got devalued.the frustration I felt that day eh!
3.when u buy it,u can't just add your favourite songs o..u need the itunes app on ur pc to sync the songs into ur phone..if u r foolish enough to give it to slot guys to add songs for u,that's ur doom.The day u get your own itunes app on ur pc,all the previous songs and videos not synced with ur apple I'd will be wiped!
4.The appstore is the crappiest av seen after that of windows os..for files over 100mb,you wud need wifi or no download!you must upgrade to the latest ios 8 or you can't download some apps!once you are on ios 8,you can't downgrade it or jailbreak ur iphone!you see?
5.Many of the fun stuffs on it are better enjoyed in u.s eg hv u seen someone using imessage in nigeria?nada!
There are many more cons in buying an iphone..bt let me stop here!now the decision is yours to make.

its possible to have a device n not knw wat u'r carrying...if u'r a lady,no offence,but once it goes beyond making calls n whatsapp or bbm,u dnt really care abt oda tins.
There are cute apps on iphone dat u cn download videos from for free,u can even recieve videos and songs,pictures through flash share,u can quote me without jail breaking...bros iphone is a very nice phone if u like challenge...thats my take.

You better go and buy Tecno

Pros: You have one outstanding piece of technology in your possession.
Cons : Some people will ask you why you did not get a crackberry blackberry instead ...

CityNG:
I used my 6+ on Smile WiFi and it worked flawlessly.

My unlocked 5s had issues on Glo data for some reason.

I had to constantly relog on to iCloud and there was no option for a hotspot.

Try to stretch up to a 6 if you can.

I'm completely pro Apple and have all their devices except for the server, yet.

Does this mean that one cannot connect, say 5s to a WiFi hot-spot?

90% of pple in my office use iphone 6. dat cost 160-180k . dats whole month salary. all dey do wit it take selfie. talk to siri nd complain of data. my 25k tecno rocks jare. u go buy fone. 65% of its functions u wont use. sucks

Blackbeauty:
See how u just want to buy wahala!I was using an iphone 5 I got as a gift which I had to sell!I laugh at you in greek if after all I wil say,you still decide to get the 5s!.I'll start with the pros-1.it is a small cute phone.I love the design and size.
2.It is an overhyped and annoyingly overpriced phone which makes it command respect.You can't see jst anyone using it.when u are out and people will be like 'wow,you use an iphone?' And u say 'yep'( with u smiling internally),that's as good as it gets!
Cons-
1.You can't use bluetooth.you hear a nice song playing or u intend getting a picture.brother,you can't use bluetooth o!except its a transfer from iphone to iphone.now how many people wwud own an iphone where u work or sch?
2.You can't download songs,videos,pdf files...in fact anything from d internet.yes..so if u love free music don't bother!I remember I had to buy ed sheeran's bloodstream and thinking out loud songs from itunes for like 400 naira after d naira got devalued.the frustration I felt that day eh!
3.when u buy it,u can't just add your favourite songs o..u need the itunes app on ur pc to sync the songs into ur phone..if u r foolish enough to give it to slot guys to add songs for u,that's ur doom.The day u get your own itunes app on ur pc,all the previous songs and videos not synced with ur apple I'd will be wiped!
4.The appstore is the crappiest av seen after that of windows os..for files over 100mb,you wud need wifi or no download!you must upgrade to the latest ios 8 or you can't download some apps!once you are on ios 8,you can't downgrade it or jailbreak ur iphone!you see?
5.Many of the fun stuffs on it are better enjoyed in u.s eg hv u seen someone using imessage in nigeria?nada!
There are many more cons in buying an iphone..bt let me stop here!now the decision is yours to make.

You are 80% right. Just that everything you can't do on your iphone, I can do on mine( even tho I don't often do them eg Bluetooth transfer etc). Infact I just got a song on my 5s from my friend using q10 and it went str8 to my iPod music.

I believe in this our society, you need to really want to use an iphone to buy it. Not just class but the feel and ignoring d limitations.

Honestly. I don't think I can use an iphone without jailbreaking it.
Any way I have a used gold 5s for sale. And loads of iphone 6 in stock

dazekid:
OP the fact of the matter is that if your reasons for buying an iPhone are exclusively what you stated in your OP, then you are bound to not like it. Most people here on nairaland and anywhere else that would openly criticize an iPhone have simply not used one and the ones that have and still do probably were limited by things such as data and native tweakability. In my opinion, if you wan use iPhone wella for Naija, you gat geek at some point coz Nigerians like free things and apple does not so you end up looking for ways around different things.
Now iPhones themselves are generally more durable than other phones and that's a fact, my iPhone 3GS that I had had for years just packed up a few months ago and that was because it encountered a terrible drop that led to a problem on the board, if I switch that out, the phone is back again(PS the iPhone 3GS was released in 2009). Not to mention that you get iOS updates steady, imagine an iPhone 4s still getting iOS updates and that phone was released in 2011, I would like to see an android phone from the same year run android 5.0.
If you are not scared to jailbreak, maneuver the file system a little bit and well, be a pirate, then you just as well might stick with Android as the M8 is a pretty good device and this is the reason why a lot of Nigerians have qualms with iphone as well, not forgetting their prices.
By the way OP, I use a LG G2 and until yesterday a blackberry q10 as my main phones and also currently have an iPhone 5c, iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s all in my possession for sale so you can be sure I know exactly what I am saying.
You should probably get ahold of an iPhone 5s and use it for a bit before making your decision, but I hope you make the right one

I currently use a Samsung Note 1, I think it was released in 2011 and I'm rocking lollipop 5.0.2. Granted it's a custom rom but it still is lollipop. And I'm sure Android 6 will be made to fit in it when it becomes available. Not sure the same will hold for iPhone 4s.

Im looking to try out apple though. And I'm eyeing the 5s so ur review helps

If you can afford the two I will advice you get it , my own pros might be your cons , M8 is a good phone ,likewise the 5s but M8.sure does have a better battery and camera and if you are a geek , you can get to manipulate ur ways with the iPhone , I download music , share pictures and the Bluetooth works fine iPhone freak and crazy about HTC especially the One M8. And can't wait to lay my hands on the One M9 and iPhone 6 .Try get a 5s to check and see if you really want to have one .

Some people don't know how to review stuff. All I'm seeing is promotional stuff. Baseless boasting. Except for that lady Black beauty.

Statements like "you haven't used a phone until you use an iPhone" or "only iPhone users will understand...."- these are baseless. Bring up practical, specific info not vague statements that cannot be accepted universally.

Run away from iphone if u r nt a mega big boy. I don turn my own to nokia touch light. Bak to my bb

Suntemi:
Brother, iOS is the most user friendly mobile OS, even a granny can easily operate it. And there are so many free apps. You don't have to buy every basic apps

You need Internet access to fully enjoy an iPhone. Why would you even buy a smartphone without access to Internet.

Coming from Android, iPhone 5s battery will amaze you.

Bros Apple is not fri3ndly to me anymore! Have been using it since 4s to 5 now I bought ipad 3 and my icloud can't open my ipad anymore I don try everything wey I know I even chat with them the lady said Ishould call cCanada line I try the line I nor go oooooooooooooooooooooooo

Xperia stalwarts say hi

12month:
You won't enjoy it bro (especially here in naija) I remembered I bought an Iphone around last year while I was still using an s4, I couldnt even enjoy it. I just keep it in one corner of my room. after like 30days I sell am...

iPhone works like any other phones,it's classy,faster,don't scratch easily,you don't have to buy anything app as you can get them for free,have you ever seen a scratch on iPhone screen? Impossible I think iPhone is the first phone you can ever use just buy it and you will never regret,I've been using

Interesting perspectives.

The line between ios and android functionally is pretty much blurred. Both os work similar and even the 3rd party apps that matter are cross platform. Be it whatsapp, facebook, twitter, instagram, wechat etc.

Iphone has excellent camera, user friendliness, well optimized between hardware and software, secure and well designed. Cross platform apps on iphone are mostly superior. Apple also has the best software update schedule and mechanism.

The limitations of iphone is it makes more sense to be on apples other hardware platforms to really enjoy the phone and apples services. Ios has apple imposed restrictions on how you source and use content.

Android is robust and versatile but requires more spec (android code executes on a virtual machine, both Dalvik and ART since android relies heavily on java). Android is eaaily customizable, has active widgets, more apps (though quantity isnt always quality), sometimes comes with dual SIMs and usually support external storage expansion and usb host.

Android also has a better cloud infrastructure through google services.

So Android offers more customization and hardware options, while ios is better designed and easier to use.

To the person who said android is open source: not entirely accurate. Google services are not free, and vendor specific drivers are proprietary. The open source version are custom roms lile cyanogen and AOSP .

Hope this helps a little. A bit busy.

I luv my iPhone 4s
Speed stronger battery life n much swag

Blackbeauty:
See how u just want to buy wahala!I was using an iphone 5 I got as a gift which I had to sell!I laugh at you in greek if after all I wil say,you still decide to get the 5s!.I'll start with the pros-1.it is a small cute phone.I love the design and size.
2.It is an overhyped and annoyingly overpriced phone which makes it command respect.You can't see jst anyone using it.when u are out and people will be like 'wow,you use an iphone?' And u say 'yep'( with u smiling internally),that's as good as it gets!
Cons-
1.You can't use bluetooth.you hear a nice song playing or u intend getting a picture.brother,you can't use bluetooth o!except its a transfer from iphone to iphone.now how many people wwud own an iphone where u work or sch?
2.You can't download songs,videos,pdf files...in fact anything from d internet.yes..so if u love free music don't bother!I remember I had to buy ed sheeran's bloodstream and thinking out loud songs from itunes for like 400 naira after d naira got devalued.the frustration I felt that day eh!
3.when u buy it,u can't just add your favourite songs o..u need the itunes app on ur pc to sync the songs into ur phone..if u r foolish enough to give it to slot guys to add songs for u,that's ur doom.The day u get your own itunes app on ur pc,all the previous songs and videos not synced with ur apple I'd will be wiped!
4.The appstore is the crappiest av seen after that of windows os..for files over 100mb,you wud need wifi or no download!you must upgrade to the latest ios 8 or you can't download some apps!once you are on ios 8,you can't downgrade it or jailbreak ur iphone!you see?
5.Many of the fun stuffs on it are better enjoyed in u.s eg hv u seen someone using imessage in nigeria?nada!
There are many more cons in buying an iphone..bt let me stop here!now the decision is yours to make.

Chai if Apple catch you ehn!!! See bad market. Well I'm grateful for d enlightenment, you've been of immense help.

airsaylongcon:


I currently use a Samsung Note 1, I think it was released in 2011 and I'm rocking lollipop 5.0.2. Granted it's a custom rom but it still is lollipop. And I'm sure Android 6 will be made to fit in it when it becomes available. Not sure the same will hold for iPhone 4s.

Im looking to try out apple though. And I'm eyeing the 5s so ur review helps

Men ever since I upgraded from Gingerbread to Ice cream sandwich, my phone's battery goes flat within minutes & d phone overheats like madt...how's yours doing man?

khaygecube:


its possible to have a device n not knw wat u'r carrying...if u'r a lady,no offence,but once it goes beyond making calls n whatsapp or bbm,u dnt really care abt oda tins.
There are cute apps on iphone dat u cn download videos from for free,u can even recieve videos and songs,pictures through flash share,u can quote me without jail breaking...bros iphone is a very nice phone if u like challenge...thats my take.

Could you please list the tips and sites for the downloads? Getting flash share, how possible will that be?