iPhone 5S vs Nexus 5 vs Galaxy Note 3 release race
If we had to pick three future devices that are making the most noise right now we’d have to choose the Apple iPhone 5S, the Google Nexus 5 and Samsung Galaxy Note 3. All three of these smartphones are due later this year and it’s looking very much like they will all launch closely together in a real clash of the titans. We thought we’d take a look at the iPhone 5S vs. Nexus 5 vs. Galaxy Note 3 release race and how this might affect sales.
Various timeframes have been rumored for all of these devices. For example earlier in the year many were expecting to see the iPhone 5S (or iPhone 6) introduced at Apple’s WWDC in June but this now looks highly unlikely although hopefully we will see the debut of iOS 7. Similarly many were hoping to see the Nexus 5 make an appearance at Google’s I/O event that took place earlier this month but as we predicted there was no such introduction and the many Android enthusiasts who are waiting eagerly for this device may have to wait a bit longer yet.
Of course the release dates of all three could have a big impact on sales of the three devices, especially if the two Android devices, the Nexus 5 and Galaxy Note 3 release at virtually the same time. Those who favor Apple’s iOS operating system will probably already have made up their mind to stick with the iPhone just as those who prefer Google’s Android OS are likely to stick with an Android device. However, those people may then find it a difficult choice between the Galaxy Note 3 and Nexus 5 and their purchase may simply be decided by which one hits the shelves first.
Although nothing has been confirmed yet we still think the iPhone 5S with iOS 7 is likely to release in fall, around a year from the launch of the iPhone 5. There’s also a possibility that it could arrive earlier though and a current Best Buy promotion on iPhones had tongues wagging as to whether this meant a new iPhone was on the way sooner rather than later. The real truth of it is nobody outside Apple knows at this stage.
As far as the Google Nexus 5 is concerned it seems probable at this stage that this will be manufactured by LG again. We say ‘again’ as LG also produced the Nexus 4. It may not have shown itself at Google I/O but as many people were hoping it would launch running the upcoming Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie OS it may not be a bad thing to have to wait a little longer. One possible timeframe for the Nexus 5 release is October when Google will be celebrating the 5th anniversary of Android and may want to mark the occasion with a special announcement. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 release date is also unconfirmed but also looks set for a fall release, around a year after the arrival of the Galaxy Note 2.
It’s possible then that all three of these smartphones could hit the shelves very closely to each other and so whichever makes it first will get a head start on sales. If you’re a diehard iOS fan you will probably stick with the iPhone 5S regardless of the qualities of either the Nexus 5 or Galaxy Note 3. However some people may be open-minded as to what OS they would prefer and will have a choice of all three.
Of course if you’re an Android enthusiast you will then have to decide whether to opt for the Nexus 5 or Galaxy Note 3 and much of your choice will be down to whether you prefer a stock Android experience or prefer the option of a Samsung device skinned with its TouchWiz UI. We should also mention another Android phone that could be added to the mix at around the same time, the much-rumored Motorola X phone. You may also be interested in our recent look at the competition between the Android and iOS platforms here.
We’d really appreciate hearing from readers about the release race for the iPhone 5S, Nexus 5 and Galaxy Note 3. Are any of these three devices a real possibility as your next smartphone choice? Maybe you already know if you will be sticking to iOS or an Android handset? Will one factor in your decision be purely concerned with which one is released first? Send us your comments to let us know.
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25 thoughts on “iPhone 5S vs Nexus 5 vs Galaxy Note 3 release race”
They key factor in choosing between the Note 3 and Nexus 5 is quite obviously the screen size. Note 3 will be considerably bigger as the Note 2 is compared to Nexus 4. This factor not being mentioned makes me wonder about how knowledgeable the author is.
The author didn’t say much about comparing the devices, just their releases…
Note 3 is King of Kings
Note 3 ALL THE WAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!
A stylus , a very large screen ,a removable battery, a slot for a micro sd card therefore the choice is already made….
the reason why people keep buying devices that dont have a removable battery and an sd card slot is because there are things that matter more to a lot of other people.
Each to their own requirements…I am just glad that the next Note will havea removable battery and a slot for an SD Card aalongside all the other goodies…such as the Stylus and a good camera .
I love my iPhone and my iPad but I want the next iPhone to be comparable in size to the note 3
Apple is Outta ideas. . Android is taking over. Iphone 5 was a flop. . They made it longer? ? Lol. Once you get away from the clutches and control from Apple. . The note 3 is a no brainer.
Exactly. This is probably why apple is moving to watches now.
90 million Apple zealots! Now there’s a believable claim.
The iPhone 5 is such a flop. They’ve only sold 50 million iPhone 5’s since October 2012. Jeez, that’s barely more than the 40 million iPhone 4’s and iPhone 4S’s they’ve sold since October 2012.
How pathetic! It must really suck to only own 65% of the entire mobile industry profits for the last two quarters.
It doesn’t seem like a Nexus 5 is due to be released anytime soon. The next Nexus will probably be a Nexus 4 (LG) with LTE compatibility for both AT&T and T-Mobile. I would guess this phone will be released along with Android 4.3….so, very soon. Anything concerning the Nexus 5 is speculation.
I doubt it will be called the nexus 5. That would mess up their 4,7,10 naming scheme. Unless you think it’s going to be a 5inch screen
Well, technically the Nexus 4’s screen is closer to 5 inches than to 4 inches, so Nexus 5 would be a logical name even if it stayed the exact same size.
Android is terrible. I hope you enjoy the phone freezing and having to reboot it daily.
Mine hasn’t yet and it’s been almost 2 years. And good luck upgrading your battery in your pOS
Don’t need to upgrade the battery in my iPhone 5. I get 10 hours of active usage and only have to recharge every other day. And let’s not forget that my iPhone weighs half what your Galaxy Sized Note weighs.
Well mister, I don’t think your using the right android device. May be your using the outdated 1ghz processor models with android 2.1, but IOS’s updates are so indifferent, I’m looking at ios3 thinking its 6, hopefully IOS 7 gets some change that’s noticeable.
U better close ur company rotten APPLE!
I love my iphone 5 can’t wait for the 5s
Galaxy Note 3!! cant wait!
I’m GN3 all the way. But I keep my nexus for backup.
I wish people would wait until products are actually released before comparing them based on rumors and speculation.
I work for america movil on PR and i have yest all devices you could imagine and the res no phone like an iphone. Trust me.