What are the changes i will get to see if i switch to windows phone from android?

[Aakarshan]

This time i am thinking to use a windows phone.I have only used android phones in the past.
I was wondering what are the new features i will get to see in the windows phone? What are the changes i will get to see if i switch to windows phone from android phone this time.

I am concern about the features and apps in windows phone over android phones.

 

[dekaron]

You might hate it as right now it feels like a downgrade in every way, not the right time to switch

Better wait till December when WP10 comes and hopefully the app porting from iOS and Android begins soon after

 

[sujoyp]

windows phone will have more smoother interface and better battery life....also lumia have nice cam on 640xl and above

 

[ariftwister]

Apps are what makes the OS experience better, but with WP, you'll feel the absence of many apps you had used in the past

 

[omega44-xt]

Make the switch after checking how Win 10 Mobile is... Currently its a downgrade

 

[Flash]

WP8.1 mobiles are upgradable to WP10. So, there's no need to wait till W10 unless you wanna buy 950/950XL for its Continuum feature.

 

[giprabu]

Can't be totally classified as a downgrade. I have been using Lumia 630 for around 1.5 yrs and before that Moto Defy for 2 yrs.

Few notable advantages :

* Despite of 512 MB Ram, the phone is super smooth, just as on the day 1 when i unboxed it.
* All the essential apps which i require, are present in the store. (or atleast a suitable replacement will be there).
* Good battery back up ( I still get 1 to 1.5 days with 3G on with a 1800 mah battery)
* Integration of Social networks as "People" (you'll realize the easiness when you use it).
* Offline maps (Stable, reliable and accurate without internet).

Things will get more awesome with Windows 10 coming..

I'll suggest you to use a windows phone for a couple of days and then decide for yourself.

 

[ankushv]

Win 8 has no YouTube app . It's just a link to mobile YouTube site .
Most apps are a version behind than their Android counter parts .
Keyboards cannot be added nor can launchers be changed .
Win 8 mobile does not lag at all too .
Refreshing interface compared to Android , but not much customization possible .
I am using the latest win blu hd lte that I bought from amazon in a flash sale at. 4999 .
Hd screen , 8mp back and 2mb front cam . Hd recording and dual mics for noise suppression . 8gb storage and 1gb ram , plus apps can be moved to external storage .
Overall great experience if you don't miss YouTube .

 

[giprabu]

Win 8 has no YouTube app . It's just a link to mobile YouTube site . --> Try Metro tube app. It won't disappoint you

Keyboards cannot be added nor can launchers be changed . --> But.. did you face any drawback ?!!

I am using the latest win blu hd lte that I bought from amazon in a flash sale at. 4999 .
Hd screen , 8mp back and 2mb front cam . Hd recording and dual mics for noise suppression . 8gb storage and 1gb ram , plus apps can be moved to external storage .


Great buy !

 

[ankushv]

Win 8 has no YouTube app . It's just a link to mobile YouTube site . --> Try Metro tube app. It won't disappoint you

Keyboards cannot be added nor can launchers be changed . --> But.. did you face any drawback ?!!

I am using the latest win blu hd lte that I bought from amazon in a flash sale at. 4999 .
Hd screen , 8mp back and 2mb front cam . Hd recording and dual mics for noise suppression . 8gb storage and 1gb ram , plus apps can be moved to external storage .


Great buy !

Yes ...
I have liked the phone . It's having a very good build quality .
I initially just bought it to test windows , as I have a galaxy s4 and galaxy s5 .
But windows 8 mobile impressed me and I may continue with it as my primary phone .
No , the lack of options of keyboards does not bother me and I quite like the default windows keyboard .
Im any case , in Google too I use the stock keyboard .
BTW win 8 plays all the mkv serials I download by default and no external media player is required also there is absolutely no lag in playing hd content ( I watched narcos season 1 on this phone ) .

 

[$hadow]

The OS is very bare bones and you won't find a lot of customizations. Plus the apps are always scarce.