Sep 13, 2012 13:00 BST Lumia 920: New Competition for the iPhone 4S

As more and more makers release new devices, they are inevitably compared to the inaugural iPhone 4S. It’s mainly because Apple’s flagship model is the best there is. Of course there is the new Galaxy S3 but the 4S is still by far the most advanced and technically-sound device that can be bought today. Some people just don’t like the SG3 either, and so are left with the 4S and whatever new is coming out.

The new Nokia Lumia 920 is one of those phones that might not steal the limelight away from the 4S but is perfect for those that something a little different to everyone else, and it runs on , so it’s definitely something different to iOS and Android. Being more than one year old the iPhone 4S is due a replacement in just a few weeks, but it will still be loved and sold during this time. Just because the iPhone 5 is out it doesn’t mean that production of the 4S will cease as it still stands as being one of the best we’ve ever seen.

The iPhone 4S stunned us with its glass and aluminium design as well as the funky options and features, such as Siri, which has made it loved the world over. The Lumia 920 has a polycarbonate unibody that is slinky and slender, which gives it a futuristic look but it can feel a little slippery when holding it. However, those right-angled corners help you hold it well, and the floating tiles on the home-screen make it simple to get around the device and choose whatever app you want. Having a unibody, it won’t be affected as much if you drop it unlike the expensive option of replacing the glass if you’re clumsy with your iPhone 4S.

The Retina Display is still one of the best screens and resolutions out there. It pips the 1280 x 768 pixel resolution of the Nokia Lumia 920 but it does have a 4.5” screen rather than the 3.5” of the Apple. This is of course going to change with the iPhone 5 as we will see at least a 4” screen on the new one. However, as far as new smartphones go the Lumia 920 is certainly a contender for the aging Apple and it wouldn’t be a surprise if we see the 920 take a good chunk out of the market place; it really is that good.

Don’t worry about the amount of apps available for the Windows Phone devices, as there will be the WP8 released and RT which means that more apps will be at your fingertips. This is really where Apple and Android win because their app stores are so plentiful.

The Lumia 920 has an 8MP camera as well as PureView technology, and it has a floating lens. While the 4S’s camera is good, this shows that new technology is catching up and surpassing it. If you’re looking for Nokia Lumia 920 deals then Mobile Phone Checker can compare all of them for you in a second.

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