An excellent unbiased review which I have come to expect from Pocketnow. The 1520 is on order and I think its going to be my phone for a couple of years!!!
Using this phone for 3 years now, it's very sturdy and with the WINDOWS 10 Anniversary update, it's superb! Every weakness mentioned in this review were gone, except it's size of course!
This phone still around and probably best still, not to mention finalized version of windows 10 gonna be out soon, just don't let this video fool you, this is a bad ass phone!!
I've been accustomed to Android but later this month I might be switching to Windows. Thinking of getting the 1520 or the 930,but I want to ask people here if it's worth the switch.
I made the same switch. I was a bit scared about it. But now I really like WP and integration between multiple devices (phone, Surface Pro, Notebook). I started with a second hand 925, and I finished just today to buy a 1520. I just sold my 925. I was coming from a Galaxy Note N7000 and I wouldn't buy a Samsung again. The build quality of Nokias/Microsoft is very high. I liked the smaller size of the 925 and portability, but I miss the readability of the phablet size devices and the lack of an external storage slot. So that's why I switched to 1520. I hope to get used by size.
Arnoud1987000 noobie?ms had to resort to lawsuits claiming android Infringed on its patents for money.their mobile business is just making them bleeding money.plus android has now changed dramatically.
As Michael said, it is the sotware the one draging this phone down. The addition of the SD card is kind of crippled without a proper file explorer. Also the lack of USB host capabilities is another unfortunate limitation of WP8 that push these devices out of power users' radar. This type of devices (phablets) would benefit a lot from having a OS like WinRT which, although not good enough for desktop devices, would certainly make this device far more usable than it is with WP8. Hoperfully, MS may update WP8 to be more like WinRT so these devices are more versatile in the future.
this review is not accurate. I have a lumia 1520 and I assure you it is worth every penny. This is a flagship phone of 2013 and still one of the best smartphone up to date.
Too big for a Phone, too small for a tablet. It doesnt matter. These devices are personal computers and their size depends on personal preference. Microsoft is moving towards one OS for all devices. So you can run the same Windows on your Phone, tablet, laptop, desktop or whatever you call your daily driver. This is a pretty cool vision for the future and it puts them ahead of Apple and Google that have multiple isolated operating systems.
Worth noting this is a review of the inferior AT&T version that has 1/2 the storage and no wireless charging compared to the non-gimped European/Australian version. Also, it has a super sensitive touchscreen that can be used even when wearing gloves which could be a HUGE selling point for anyone living through winters where u don't want your hands freezing off. Its a GREAT phone/phablet. I've had mine for a couple of months and found it VERY VERY difficult to switch back to my 2010 with its 'tiny' 4.5" screen, and its just so more polished design and materials wise than any other device I've used (and I've used a LOT). The OS is also the only mobile OS that feels current in its look and feel. Apple hasn't done jack for years with iOS and android used to and still feels like a barely working collection of disparate parts bolted together.
As a previous Lumia 920 user who upgraded to 925 then finally got the Lumia 1020, All I can say that it seems I got a new addiction, these phones are simply great if not the best among all competitors in terms of quality that includes great photography, wonderful screens, amazing sound quality and much more! However for me and as I'm still addicted to my Lumia 1020 fine outcomes specifying the Camera, sound and Screen, I will be waiting for more Megapixels Lumia phablet to buy at least I can get both more horse power along with ultimate photography. Cheerz! Adel
I have seen your reviews on the Mega, Galaxy note 3, the HTC one Max and the big Sony. When i see your complete review on this one, I will go get one of these phones. I cant wait. I am leaning toward the Nokia right now.
Give me that spec in a 4,5/5" display (so I can fit it in my pocket ;p) and it'll be a perfect phone for me. One question: does the "black" update finally support bf keyboards?
then you should wait for the nokia lumia 929 it will be coming in quarter1 2014
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I haven't realized that, thanks ;) Definitelly going to check it out
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***** It gets better: it'll probably be a Verizon exclusive for now. But there are rumours about a so-called "1520 mini", same spec, only with 5,2" display. Can't wait!
thanks for notifying me it is great to see that technology is advancing this much :) rumors of windows phone 9 have also leaked this is gonna be awesome.
I really look forward for WP8.1 to get some useful features to increase the capabilities of the 1520 and to take good use of its amazing display. I missed some coments on the new Nokia apps...
I like the phone, but the sharp corners bother me. They look like they get in the way @ 3:20, and I am sure they will do a number on your pants pockets when wedged while seated.
Wow really nice! I would like that one. Could take a little more advantage of the size of the device but it still does more then most. I would really like to see how it compares to the xperia
Thanks for the review. I HATE getting a new phone, but need to find something to replace my trusty, but aging IPhone 3 (yes, 3)... A score of 8.4 sounds impressive, but what does that really mean? Do you have the points criteria somewhere broken down so I can see where it scored well and where it did not? Thanks.
Do you have available your other scores on the other phablets? Note 3, One Max, Sony et all. 4 way comparo video a proposition? I find my Note 2 a default daily driver heavy lifter.
I notice that I could get the night mode in the 1520 pro cam, but I can't find it in 1020 pro cam feature? Is it possible that still not yet update for my 1020 to Amber?
That was a very true review. I too am pissed with companies not using the screen size to advantage. I have a note 3 but the UI makes it look like an upsized S4... Thats stupid...Why cant we have more icons on the screen and multi tasking windows at the same time... Atleast this one has a home screen with more tiles, so that we dont have to hunt around. But again just one step in to the UI and again the disappointment creeps in...
Does this phone in the review Lumia 1520 uses apps like Imo, Messenger, Whatsapp, Facebook n Instagram? I want to try one but I need to know if I will be able to use my apps on it.
you know I had andriod for about 4 years now and to be honest I am so over done with apps draining my battery and also it seems only andriod have a OS issue everytime. I dont need like 5 home screens and apps sometimes not working or half ass. This might be the phone I want to get and try out.
Michael is the only reviewer I've seen that commented on the glanceability factor that the 1520 delivers. The 1520 is the vanguard for the next wave of Windows Phones coming in 2014.
Yep I agree. Although I bought one on preorder after seeing it in person once. My hands are big so no problem using it one handed in fact I have an even better experience typing on the lager display. 😁
That is a good looking phone for its size. Windows needs to figure out how to utilize that size more. Good thing is that looks like it could be fixed in software updates. The only thing I would worry about is that it never gets a software update. But have to say the home screen does look nice.
Has anyone had much experience with windows phones and xbox one? I'm really happy with my surface pro streaming to xbox and all that, just wondering if the windiws phones will let you stream using the play to function etc... any info would be great. Tia.
@bizmonkey007 You can get pandora keeper and outlook ( which connects to Gmail) dropbox is not available but many substitutes are, and you can transfer all your google drive files to one drive
When I heard the word 'Threshold' I immediately thought Halo. Turns out that's exactly what the update is named after. I can't wait to see what it brings.
My next phone will be a phablet ! Gotta give it a try ! I imagine it's easier to use in cold places , cuz u have sweaters and jackets u can put the phone in , can't imagine anyone carrying this thing around in hot weather were u hardly wear any clothes
Yeah but the specs are far between them. CPU, GPU, screen resolution and the capability of the 1520 to throw RAW DNG files. The power of the unit will be important to determine how Microsoft will update functionality of the the device in the future.
I like the Nokia Lumia 1520 it's just the right size and for me it's has the comfort of Neflix, Hulu Plus & its great for when I use skype.The only thing is that it's a little big for me to talk on the phone with people
A beautiful phone with what looks like a pretty damn good camera. As an Android user (and a former iOS user), I can see the appeal, but can't help but feel ambivalent. I have to use the "A" word: apps. Has it gotten better? Pandora G-mail Keeper Dropbox Google Drive These are just some of the essential ones. Does Windows Phone have Outlook installed? Can you manage your files like w/ Android? Any info is appreciated.
I love the phone, I have had it since day one. For your "A" list here it goes, Pandora, Yes. G-Mail can be added under accounts it's situated as outlook settings, not an actual G-Mail App. If Keeper is the PW security app then Yes. Dropbox there isn't an actual app for it but a ton of 3rd party apps to connect with Dropbox. Google Drive again no actual app (that's on google not MS) but there are 3rd party apps that connect to Google Drive. It comes with office installed and outlook is the mail program with phone. I must mention though, in regards to the cloud drives you mentioned, I prefer MS's OneDrive to them. Easy syncing between all devices connected to the one drive. Especially if you are using Windows 8.1 PC, to be able to just work on the same document seamlessly between devices without having to due a manual sync. As for the rest of the apps that are available it's not as abundant as Apple or Android but face it 90% of the apps in the stores are useless, that's including the windows store. But the apps that are worth it are well worth it. Gaming apps is where this phone really shines, as seen from the video. Along with OneDrive syncing it also syncs your outlook calendar. It has reminders for events and appts, and since its outlook it will also send you a reminder email. As for file management, there is really nothing to manage. pics are stored in pic folder, music is stored in music folder etc etc... and all that can be managed thru the computer with either the program or basic windows explorer. With the upcoming Windows Phone 8.1 Update coming you'll be able to explore files on the phone. Hope this helps.
babyhughhef Thank you for the reply and information (and for being nice about it too). I may be ready to give a Lumia/Windows Phone a shot. I like Android, but a lot of the apps can be buggy and the OS itself, though flexible with a ton of customization options, is prone to lag and crashes, especially with some 3rd party launchers. I own the original Surface, and even though the app store is sparse, the excellent hardware, integration with Sky/One Drive, and inclusion of MS Office is quite nice. Also the standby battery life is very good and I don't have to worry about screen brightness or continually closing apps. I hope the Lumia phones have similar standby battery life; the hardware looks equally exceptional.
the battery life on the 1520 is amazing, my longest time with out charging is 2 days and 10 hours that's with surfing the web and videos music and games. the screen auto adjusts the brightness, quite good, but you can change it to suit your needs. another feature I like about this phone and other MS products is that it scans your music and if it is also sold in the music store it is automatically added to your music collection via the cloud. which is something nobody else does. if you got an unlimited data plan or a healthy one or on Wi-Fi you can basically have your entire music collection on your phone.
while waiting for advertisement, my thoughts, "please be Michael Fischer, please be Michael Fischer, Please be MIchael Fischer, YESSS its Michael Fischer
An excellent unbiased review which I have come to expect from Pocketnow. The 1520 is on order and I think its going to be my phone for a couple of years!!!
Best reviewer on youtube.
Totally should be a competition for that. MF rocks.
Using this phone for 3 years now, it's very sturdy and with the WINDOWS 10 Anniversary update, it's superb!
Every weakness mentioned in this review were gone, except it's size of course!
Rod 29 Hi How is The Battery Life After Window 10 Update..?
You are the best reviewer in youtube in my opinion, your videos are really entertaining and well done. Much better oriented than MKBHD
Especially when you compare Lumia 1520 review made by both
exactly!
i agree, but MKBHD's experience as compared to Mr Fisher's has some catch up.
This comment still holds up
Still does @@atharvajumde52
Still rocking this one. Still gonna rock it more.
It's phabulous
fabulous* and i AGREE
yona gamburg he was punning...phablet, phabulous???
yona gamburg I'm guessing it's a play of words, the big phones are called phablets
yona gamburg *woosh*
Great review, as always!
yona gamburg it's suppose to be a joke lol
Finally I have been waiting for this review since last week
This phone still around and probably best still, not to mention finalized version of windows 10 gonna be out soon, just don't let this video fool you, this is a bad ass phone!!
Wow! I like the submarine video that you took from a ferry! Very very cinematic!
I've been accustomed to Android but later this month I might be switching to Windows. Thinking of getting the 1520 or the 930,but I want to ask people here if it's worth the switch.
The one in the middle (that's what she said lol) from the 3.
I made the same switch. I was a bit scared about it. But now I really like WP and integration between multiple devices (phone, Surface Pro, Notebook).
I started with a second hand 925, and I finished just today to buy a 1520.
I just sold my 925.
I was coming from a Galaxy Note N7000 and I wouldn't buy a Samsung again.
The build quality of Nokias/Microsoft is very high.
I liked the smaller size of the 925 and portability, but I miss the readability of the phablet size devices and the lack of an external storage slot.
So that's why I switched to 1520.
I hope to get used by size.
Arnoud1987000 noobie?ms had to resort to lawsuits claiming android Infringed on its patents for money.their mobile business is just making them bleeding money.plus android has now changed dramatically.
***** I agree I enjoy using windows phone soooo much better...
Man you provide the best reviews.
As Michael said, it is the sotware the one draging this phone down. The addition of the SD card is kind of crippled without a proper file explorer. Also the lack of USB host capabilities is another unfortunate limitation of WP8 that push these devices out of power users' radar.
This type of devices (phablets) would benefit a lot from having a OS like WinRT which, although not good enough for desktop devices, would certainly make this device far more usable than it is with WP8.
Hoperfully, MS may update WP8 to be more like WinRT so these devices are more versatile in the future.
Amazing review as always! One thing though, at the begining you said "It's WP's only phablet to date" Isn't the 1320 a phablet, also?
The 1320 came out later when this video was filmed, that's why it doesn't count.
Beautiful review Michael. I feel this is the most unbiased and best review of this gorgeous phone to date.
6:12 Did I witness the best battery life ever known to recent phablets :D I'm not getting this phone but Nokia has my respect just for that
always the best honest practical reviews come from you
this review is not accurate. I have a lumia 1520 and I assure you it is worth every penny. This is a flagship phone of 2013 and still one of the best smartphone up to date.
Too big for a Phone, too small for a tablet. It doesnt matter. These devices are personal computers and their size depends on personal preference. Microsoft is moving towards one OS for all devices. So you can run the same Windows on your Phone, tablet, laptop, desktop or whatever you call your daily driver. This is a pretty cool vision for the future and it puts them ahead of Apple and Google that have multiple isolated operating systems.
Worth noting this is a review of the inferior AT&T version that has 1/2 the storage and no wireless charging compared to the non-gimped European/Australian version. Also, it has a super sensitive touchscreen that can be used even when wearing gloves which could be a HUGE selling point for anyone living through winters where u don't want your hands freezing off.
Its a GREAT phone/phablet. I've had mine for a couple of months and found it VERY VERY difficult to switch back to my 2010 with its 'tiny' 4.5" screen, and its just so more polished design and materials wise than any other device I've used (and I've used a LOT). The OS is also the only mobile OS that feels current in its look and feel. Apple hasn't done jack for years with iOS and android used to and still feels like a barely working collection of disparate parts bolted together.
As a previous Lumia 920 user who upgraded to 925 then finally got the Lumia 1020, All I can say that it seems I got a new addiction, these phones are simply great if not the best among all competitors in terms of quality that includes great photography, wonderful screens, amazing sound quality and much more!
However for me and as I'm still addicted to my Lumia 1020 fine outcomes specifying the Camera, sound and Screen, I will be waiting for more Megapixels Lumia phablet to buy at least I can get both more horse power along with ultimate photography.
Cheerz! Adel
Damn it dude! That Homescreen is gorgeous!~
can someone tell me the name of the car game that was on 4:08 ?
I have seen your reviews on the Mega, Galaxy note 3, the HTC one Max and the big Sony. When i see your complete review on this one, I will go get one of these phones. I cant wait. I am leaning toward the Nokia right now.
This phone is awesome I bought this phone and till now I am loving it
Michael Ficsher is one of the best reviewers out there, if not THE Best .....
micheal fisher's reviews are awesome
Please do a 1520 vs 1020 comparison, are the boosted specs really necessary on windows phone?
Witch game is it at 4:10 ?
Does anybody know ?
Give me that spec in a 4,5/5" display (so I can fit it in my pocket ;p) and it'll be a perfect phone for me. One question: does the "black" update finally support bf keyboards?
then you should wait for the nokia lumia 929 it will be coming in quarter1 2014
I haven't realized that, thanks ;) Definitelly going to check it out
***** It gets better: it'll probably be a Verizon exclusive for now. But there are rumours about a so-called "1520 mini", same spec, only with 5,2" display. Can't wait!
thanks for notifying me it is great to see that technology is advancing this much :) rumors of windows phone 9 have also leaked this is gonna be awesome.
Łukasz Kotkowski It isn't a "1520 mini". That phone has all the specs to be the 920 successor.
I really look forward for WP8.1 to get some useful features to increase the capabilities of the 1520 and to take good use of its amazing display.
I missed some coments on the new Nokia apps...
Please do a comparison between this and the Z ultra
I like the phone, but the sharp corners bother me. They look like they get in the way @ 3:20, and I am sure they will do a number on your pants pockets when wedged while seated.
is it funny how this is the only reviewer that can pronounce Nokia properly.
Wow really nice! I would like that one. Could take a little more advantage of the size of the device but it still does more then most.
I would really like to see how it compares to the xperia
He meant the note 3, and you can do 7 apps on the note 3
UltimateGokuLSSJ7 huh? who means what with the note 3? I just like to see how this compares to the Xperia.
great wp8 device!
though I'll be aiming for it's 5" brother :)
Thanks for the review. I HATE getting a new phone, but need to find something to replace my trusty, but aging IPhone 3 (yes, 3)...
A score of 8.4 sounds impressive, but what does that really mean? Do you have the points criteria somewhere broken down so I can see where it scored well and where it did not?
Thanks.
what are the drawbacks?! are all the app's working properly like whatsapp? cos i had a lot of trouble whatsapping on windows 7.5 on lumia 800!
When's Nokia going to place these specs (except screen size) into an updated Lumia 1020?
Do you have available your other scores on the other phablets? Note 3, One Max, Sony et all. 4 way comparo video a proposition? I find my Note 2 a default daily driver heavy lifter.
Probably the only Windows phone I have actually considered.
Good job Nokia.
I miss you mr. stark, where were you!?
when does this phone come out on contract in the uk?
I notice that I could get the night mode in the 1520 pro cam, but I can't find it in 1020 pro cam feature? Is it possible that still not yet update for my 1020 to Amber?
That was a very true review.
I too am pissed with companies not using the screen size to advantage. I have a note 3 but the UI makes it look like an upsized S4... Thats stupid...Why cant we have more icons on the screen and multi tasking windows at the same time...
Atleast this one has a home screen with more tiles, so that we dont have to hunt around. But again just one step in to the UI and again the disappointment creeps in...
The lumia 1310 is a phablet as well, that's the previous 1520
Awesome review!
The second WP device I'm in love with. (The first one was HTC 8X).
I love Pocketnow's reviews!
Does this phone in the review Lumia 1520 uses apps like Imo, Messenger, Whatsapp, Facebook n Instagram? I want to try one but I need to know if I will be able to use my apps on it.
Does the stock camera still usable since already got the pro cam?
you know I had andriod for about 4 years now and to be honest I am so over done with apps draining my battery and also it seems only andriod have a OS issue everytime. I dont need like 5 home screens and apps sometimes not working or half ass. This might be the phone I want to get and try out.
Great review Mr. Fisher!
Michael is the only reviewer I've seen that commented on the glanceability factor that the 1520 delivers. The 1520 is the vanguard for the next wave of Windows Phones coming in 2014.
your voice just has this awesome professional quality about it
Yep I agree. Although I bought one on preorder after seeing it in person once. My hands are big so no problem using it one handed in fact I have an even better experience typing on the lager display. 😁
having waited this long for this review, I feel it's incomplete without the review on new additions of apps from nokia and something's missing
Can't wait Christmas, i NEED this phone in my life
i am wonderin in what colour to get the 1520 i was wondering between white and yellow please help
@ralphp did you switch?
I bought a Lumia 1320 and its the best
what the game is this? at 1:55
That is a good looking phone for its size. Windows needs to figure out how to utilize that size more. Good thing is that looks like it could be fixed in software updates. The only thing I would worry about is that it never gets a software update. But have to say the home screen does look nice.
Hi I have a question if you want to choose between Samsung Note 3 and this phone which one you would choose..
A good video to start the day.
Has anyone had much experience with windows phones and xbox one? I'm really happy with my surface pro streaming to xbox and all that, just wondering if the windiws phones will let you stream using the play to function etc... any info would be great. Tia.
Soooo, I'll assuming that there will be a z30 review coming
good review
Pocketnow
just one thing - the buttons are not ceramic, they are made of zirconium, which is a rare metal
What if we needed to boost the phone ram in case memory low?
Is this problem might happen in WP?
Thanks
lumia 1520 or h&c one m8 which is good and mainly future proof ?
still waiting for that other video:),thank you
Did you guys press and hold the back button. Is that not multitasking? I though it was
Multitasking is running 2 (or more) apps simultaneously. You're talking about task switching. Not the same thing.
Gotcha my mistake
Google made the fumble of calling the feature on Android ICS "Multitasking". Total facepalm :) So not really your fault.
One thing they really should implement on windows phone phablets is the snap feature of Windows 8/RT
What about battery life? A battery over 3000 maH sounds beautiful but actual performance interest me.
@bizmonkey007 You can get pandora keeper and outlook ( which connects to Gmail) dropbox is not available but many substitutes are, and you can transfer all your google drive files to one drive
When I heard the word 'Threshold' I immediately thought Halo. Turns out that's exactly what the update is named after.
I can't wait to see what it brings.
You do great rewiews !
is multitasking available with new windows on mobile phone ???
that video with the submarine is really impressive, on pretty much any other phone it would be even more overexposed.
Nice review looks like a very good phone , subbed :)
there really should be no one else making windows phones, no one does it better than Nokia, if it wasnt for the lack of apps, I would love to have one
Very clear and unbiased review Thank-you
Should I stay with the S4 then or switch to Lumia 1520??
My next phone will be a phablet ! Gotta give it a try ! I imagine it's easier to use in cold places , cuz u have sweaters and jackets u can put the phone in , can't imagine anyone carrying this thing around in hot weather were u hardly wear any clothes
Which Nokia made phones for other operating systems
Bought mine...just waiting.. I hope the câmera is really good...
I have the note 4 right now, but I loved this phone....not going to lie, this was the best phone I have ever had. I lost it at Cedar Point :((
nice review, the best one on youtube!
great review. I really like my new 1520 Like the speed and battery life get two full days of average use.
I have both the 1520 and 1320 but I like 1320 better in a few ways like battery life, build quality, and a placement of the memory card.
Yeah but the specs are far between them. CPU, GPU, screen resolution and the capability of the 1520 to throw RAW DNG files.
The power of the unit will be important to determine how Microsoft will update functionality of the the device in the future.
Andrea Mangano not to mention it is wayyyy thicker and heavier than the 1520.
juffurey LOL I have both, it's not "wayyy" it's not even a little bit thicker. It's hardly noticeable. Slightly heavier though.
Ur review was superb......love it
Thanks. Great review!
Love the specs, just to big. I'm waiting on the 929 as it's 5".
can i use this phone with t-mobile ???? thanks
VS iPhone 5S, speed test and gaming pls...
I like the Nokia Lumia 1520 it's just the right size and for me it's has the comfort of Neflix, Hulu Plus & its great for when I use skype.The only thing is that it's a little big for me to talk on the phone with people
A beautiful phone with what looks like a pretty damn good camera. As an Android user (and a former iOS user), I can see the appeal, but can't help but feel ambivalent. I have to use the "A" word: apps. Has it gotten better?
Pandora
G-mail
Keeper
Dropbox
Google Drive
These are just some of the essential ones. Does Windows Phone have Outlook installed? Can you manage your files like w/ Android? Any info is appreciated.
I love the phone, I have had it since day one. For your "A" list here it goes, Pandora, Yes. G-Mail can be added under accounts it's situated as outlook settings, not an actual G-Mail App. If Keeper is the PW security app then Yes. Dropbox there isn't an actual app for it but a ton of 3rd party apps to connect with Dropbox. Google Drive again no actual app (that's on google not MS) but there are 3rd party apps that connect to Google Drive. It comes with office installed and outlook is the mail program with phone. I must mention though, in regards to the cloud drives you mentioned, I prefer MS's OneDrive to them. Easy syncing between all devices connected to the one drive. Especially if you are using Windows 8.1 PC, to be able to just work on the same document seamlessly between devices without having to due a manual sync. As for the rest of the apps that are available it's not as abundant as Apple or Android but face it 90% of the apps in the stores are useless, that's including the windows store. But the apps that are worth it are well worth it. Gaming apps is where this phone really shines, as seen from the video. Along with OneDrive syncing it also syncs your outlook calendar. It has reminders for events and appts, and since its outlook it will also send you a reminder email. As for file management, there is really nothing to manage. pics are stored in pic folder, music is stored in music folder etc etc... and all that can be managed thru the computer with either the program or basic windows explorer. With the upcoming Windows Phone 8.1 Update coming you'll be able to explore files on the phone. Hope this helps.
babyhughhef Thank you for the reply and information (and for being nice about it too). I may be ready to give a Lumia/Windows Phone a shot. I like Android, but a lot of the apps can be buggy and the OS itself, though flexible with a ton of customization options, is prone to lag and crashes, especially with some 3rd party launchers.
I own the original Surface, and even though the app store is sparse, the excellent hardware, integration with Sky/One Drive, and inclusion of MS Office is quite nice. Also the standby battery life is very good and I don't have to worry about screen brightness or continually closing apps. I hope the Lumia phones have similar standby battery life; the hardware looks equally exceptional.
the battery life on the 1520 is amazing, my longest time with out charging is 2 days and 10 hours that's with surfing the web and videos music and games. the screen auto adjusts the brightness, quite good, but you can change it to suit your needs. another feature I like about this phone and other MS products is that it scans your music and if it is also sold in the music store it is automatically added to your music collection via the cloud. which is something nobody else does. if you got an unlimited data plan or a healthy one or on Wi-Fi you can basically have your entire music collection on your phone.
300k apps and growing at a fast pace than any other platform
Windows Phone was the superior mobile experience...and Nokia Lumia was the perfect hardware that not only delivers but adds to that experience.
Thanks for the great review
My 1520 is getting delivered today!!
the magic jack app on android is what i extensively use can someone please give me a windows alternative thanks
while waiting for advertisement, my thoughts, "please be Michael Fischer, please be Michael Fischer, Please be MIchael Fischer, YESSS its Michael Fischer
Its True... I love to watch all phone review from Micheal Fisher.. Hope he do most ... :)