S3 is dual core and the DNA is a quad core, pretty obvious the DNA would be better. The S3 also came out 6 months ago.
True, but my Transformer Prime is quad core, and the DNA beats it pretty handily. Also, the S3 is certainly a newer phone, being promoted all over the place here in Los Angeles (giant billboards on the side of buildings, billboards, television...) so I'd hardly think it's unfair to compare the DNA to one of it's major competitors, the S3!
Also, I realize there is more to a tablet/phone then the processor, but the DNA also has a great screen, and reasonable form factor.
Battery life, for ME, coming from a Thunderbolt, and then a Razr, seems to be working great. Only concern is limited storage, but I have until January to see if that's a problem. I honestly don't load movies onto my phone, so I think I should be fine.
I'm glad there are choices, and that the quality/speed of the new smart phones is only improving! The Note 2 looks fantastic, and has gotten great reviews, and the Samsung Galaxy S3 is also receiving rave reviews....
DNA is not going to work for everyone, but for a good number of cell phone owners, it's a great option!