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Smartphone for the audiophile?

Android vs Iphone. Is the Iphone the obvious/only choice? I am thinking in terms of pc audio control apps, direct streaming, plug in portable hi fi, mobile ipod music, in vehicles, internet radio, output to DACs etc. I realise this question depends on many factors, but in general, which serves the audiophile better, and why?
mike60
joseph796
54 posts
 
I have owned both and the audio quality of the iphone was much better than the HTC Android. Photo and video are much better as well. Also, there are more apps for the iphone to control computer related audio programs.
realremo
460 posts
 
i have an HTC Incredible 2 and i hate it. This has nothing to do with audio, i use an iPod for that. Just wanted to vent, sorry.
richardfinegold
196 posts
 
I had the iphone and am now on the second generation of the Droid.
The Apple device sounded better, but I have hooked up the Droid to my main rig via USB and am surprised at how acceptable it sounds playing mp3 files.
I don't know why anyone would use a phone in a high end system anyway, but if that is what you intend to do, I'd go Apple.
mike60 OP
275 posts
 
Richard, I have no intention of using a smart phone as a source in my main rig for any form of serious listening, but would possibly use an app to control other devices. Can you get digital output to work with your rig from your droid phone? I thought this can be a problem. What phone are you using?
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