[Bill14564]

You have spent a lot of time learning how to use your iPhone and setting it up just the way you like it. That was my reason for staying with Apple in the past and I don't see the reason changing anytime soon.

What does Android have to offer to draw you away from all that you have invested in the Apple environment? Are the latest Samsung's really that much less expensive than the latest iPhones?

You don't need to get the most recent version but get something rather close. I would suggest the 12. You will need to get used to working without the "home" button but you'll get used to that in a short time.

IOS and the Apple appstore are more secure than Android or Google, no question. However, careless users and motivated hackers can defeat that added security. You will be okay with either platform if you follow safe practices. The Apple platform will protect you a little more from your own unsafe actions.

[Dilligas]

Originally Posted by cordenny

I will be needing a new smart phone soon. I currently have an Apple iphone 7 Plus. It will no longer be eligible for updates. I love the phone, but I dread spending so much money on a new Apple iphone. I have heard that they are more secure.
Just curious to see what you may have and if you are happy with it.

Your decision should be made based on your cell phone use. If you only use it for calling and texting/r emails, it doesn’t matter. Any are ok. If you use smart features for internet, any financial transactions, online purchase, then Apple is the choice (for its security features). You can get new older models at less cost, and buy used older models online even less price. Most carriers offer deals on current models, but nothing is free (you pay for it in the contract terms). Remember, you get what you pay for.

[HeleneK]

If you wear hearing aids, go with an iphone. I've always been an Android user, but was quite unhappy with my last phone because of the quality of the call (difficulty hearing), especially when not connected to bluetooth. When upgrading last year I decided to go with an iphone, and I'm SO happy! With my hearing aids (Octicon), I am immediately connected to any calls with bluetooth and I don't have to wear any additional bluetooth connecting device. The same goes with watching videos or listening to music on my iphone. I have iphone 13 basic model. My spouse's Samsung 21 actually cost more than my iphone.

[nhtexasrn]

Originally Posted by cordenny

I will be needing a new smart phone soon. I currently have an Apple iphone 7 Plus. It will no longer be eligible for updates. I love the phone, but I dread spending so much money on a new Apple iphone. I have heard that they are more secure.
Just curious to see what you may have and if you are happy with it.

I have the Iphone 13 Pro Max and I love it!! I like a bigger screen and this is the same size as my old 6splus. Try going to the AT&T store and see what deals they can make you.

[Berwin]

My wife and I have iPhone 12s and they are OK. I much prefer the Android OS and have several Android tablets but then I'm an IT professional and love how I can manually manipulate the file system. I can pop out the SD card (which iPhones don't support), pop it in my laptop and copy music and video files over directly without having to go through iTunes.

[PurePeach]

My husband and I both have the Apple SE and love them. They are smaller, the size of the iPhone 5S, making them much easier to carry. They are only a little over a year old, so have close to the latest technology. We are Apple folks, so we like having the info shared with all devices, e.g. text messages.

[jpvillager]

I to had a 7+ I loved. Our son, a lawyer said if you do financials such a banking you want a phone that gets updates for the security. Went with a refurbished 12 and it works great. A word of caution, don't mess with it until you do the automatic transfer.

[New Englander]

Originally Posted by rsmurano

Like I tell my friends, apple is the only “smart phone” made. Not only does apple provide the best technology, the best cameras, and the best eco system meaning your iPhone works with your Apple Watch, Mac, and iPads, something other vendors can’t do (keychain is replicated, messages/mail/browser info is dynamically updated).
We just signed up with T-Mobile and got $800 off of a new iPhone 14, which didn’t matter if you had an existing phone that was worth much less. If you switch carriers once in a while, you can get good trade in values

After your $800 discount, how much was the phone?

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by cordenny

I will be needing a new smart phone soon. I currently have an Apple iphone 7 Plus. It will no longer be eligible for updates. I love the phone, but I dread spending so much money on a new Apple iphone. I have heard that they are more secure.
Just curious to see what you may have and if you are happy with it.

Never been an Apple fan, so my experience may not be of value, but... I just bought a new Motorola G model for much less than $400. I have always had Samsung, and in particular got addicted to the Samsung Note models with the e pens. However, the outrageous price of the high end Samsung's prompted me to do a LOT of shopping and personal inspection. Just 4 weeks ago I bought the Motorola G and now, in retrospect, I don't understand why I, and so many others, pay the prices we do. This phone is fabulous, I will never use all of the amazing functions it is capable of.... jot hand written notes on the screen, or on photos you take, and then instantly, at a touch, turn your own "scribbling" into neatly types text ! Priceless ... LOL.. as the Amex ads on TV say... priceless ! No more $1200 and $1600 phones for me, thankfully I really took the time for once to see all that is available. Who would have thought... Motorola ?

[tvbound]

Having been one of the first people my company gave cell phones to over 25 years ago (oh joy, but still better than a beeper), I find it ironic that the latest 'smart-phone' thing is like that old Motorola StarTAC I had - a 'flip phone.' lol

As for the question, I've been happy with Samsung for many years and don't plan on changing over to Apple.

[Redsmom]

Originally Posted by La lamy

I'm in the same scenario as OP. For those wondering why the need to change, it no longer can update and most apps won't work on it anymore. My WhatsApp has conked out, many apps won't load and definitely can't stream anything on it. I appreciate all the comments which will help me decide what's next for me too.

I have no problem so far with my Apple 7+. All the apps work as normal and I have gotten no notices that I can no longer update it. I bought this phone about three years ago for $150 online, refurbished. So I’m wondering what’s different about my phone…?

[Hardlyworking]

Originally Posted by Redsmom

I have no problem so far with my Apple 7+. All the apps work as normal and I have gotten no notices that I can no longer update it. I bought this phone about three years ago for $150 online, refurbished. So I’m wondering what’s different about my phone…?

You won’t get anymore iOS updates.

iPhone models compatible with iOS 16 - Apple Support

[Villages Kahuna]

No question, an iPhone in whatever size you like.

[jump4]

Originally Posted by cordenny

I will be needing a new smart phone soon. I currently have an Apple iphone 7 Plus. It will no longer be eligible for updates. I love the phone, but I dread spending so much money on a new Apple iphone. I have heard that they are more secure.
Just curious to see what you may have and if you are happy with it.

Google Pixel 6a or 7. Superior to iPhone in many ways include blocking of spam calls and texts! Very secure.

[Chi-Town]

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra