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Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by babatee126(m): 10:10am On Mar 19, 2017
While there are many companies competing for smartphone supremacy, at the moment the two titans going to head for dominance of the consumer smartphone arena. With apologies to Blackberry, Windows Phone 7, and Palm OS, Google Android and Apple iOS are the two best mobile device operating systems right now.

Now that Verizon is officially getting the iPhone, there have been a lot more questions on differents forum about which phone is better or best, the iPhone or the high end Android phones.

That's a little more difficult question to answer as they both have unique advantages so I thought I'd compose this article to address some of the advantages and disadvantages offered by each mobile operating system.

Choices - Advantage Android

If you're looking for a lot of different choices, then it's Android all the way. With the iPhone, you have two choices, this year's model and last year's model. Every year Apple releases one new phone. It seems like there is a new Android phone coming out every few days - there are over 100 Android powered phones and that number is continuing to grow. Android can be found in low-cost phones that are free with two-year contract and $250 with a two-year contract. You can get a variety of screen sizes and pick any carrier you want.

Apps - Advantage iPhone

If you want the biggest selection of apps, then the Apple App Store has the advantage by about 200,000 apps. The Android Market isn't a slouch by any means, as it does have over 100,000 apps, it just has less. Most developers develop for the Apple App Store first because people are more accustomed to paying for apps on the iPhone than they are on Android. The biggest difference is in games - quite simply, there are far better games available for the iPhone than on Android at the moment.

Cell Phone Carrier - Advantage Android

Now that the iPhone is available on two carriers in the U.S. you're not stuck with AT&T which is a good thing for many people as AT&T has had more than its share of network problems over the years with the iPhone. However, the iPhone still isn't available for Sprint or TMobile which both offer lowest cost plans than Verizon and AT&T so the advantage here goes to Android.

Adobe Flash (i.e. Most Videos) - Advantage Android

When it comes to watching videos on your iPhone, you can watch some and many YouTube videos. However, plenty of videos are found elsewhere and they all use Adobe Flash. Also, many online games use Flash as well so if you enjoy playing them, you'll probably have some difficulty. Android Phones (that have Android 2.2 or later) support Flash which means you can access all these videos and games using your phone. There is a workaround app on the iPhone called Skyfire that will work for some of these cases, but it's not nearly as nice as the phone being able to support it and it certainly doesn't "just work" as Apple has tried to make their devices do.

Ease Of Use - Advantage iPhone

You probably don't want to get a degree in engineering to use your phone. While Android is relatively easy to use, it's still not nearly as intuitive as the iPhone. The iPhone has a simple elegance to it. Android-powered smartphones tend to appeal more to the tech savvy crowd. Again, this is a matter of preference. Just like with computers, some people like Windows and some people like Mac OS. Go to the store and play with both for a little bit and see which one appeals to you more but if you hate computers and barely know how to turn one on, stick with the iPhone as it is simpler.

Conclusion - Up To You


While I could make a case that either is better, ultimately it is going to depend on what you want. Me personally, I like my Android phone but I've played with plenty of iPhones and have found them fun and easy to use too. Get whichever one you like best.

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by thesicilian: 10:21am On Mar 19, 2017
My account balance says I should get an android.

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by babatee126(m): 10:40am On Mar 19, 2017
thesicilian:
My account balance shays I should get an android.
lolz....

What does your desires say?
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Whizpeter(m): 10:47am On Mar 19, 2017
Not again... undecided
Why will you even compare a phone to an OS?
It ought to be IOS vs Android or iPhone vs Samsung/Tecno/LG etc..
These comparisons are sha getting much and needless by the day...

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Oscarpraise(m): 10:51am On Mar 19, 2017
IPhone? I don't really like iPhones due to various reasons. I prefer my android phones jor. Still rocking the itel S31
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Whizpeter(m): 10:58am On Mar 19, 2017
Oscarpraise:
IPhone? I don't really like iPhones due to various reasons. I prefer my android phones jor. Still rocking the itel S31


And I guess the S31 is better than the iPhone right? Rubbish human being...!

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Behankey(m): 12:07pm On Mar 19, 2017
Choices vary though and then Android devices are more affordable than iPhone. Patiently waiting for the Tecno Camon CX though, iPhone lovers can anticipate the iPhone 8 and 8 plus grin
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Mountbatten: 6:50pm On Mar 19, 2017
Oscarpraise:
IPhone? I don't really like iPhones due to various reasons. I prefer my android phones jor. Still rocking the itel S31

The only reason you don't like it is because you can't afford it.
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Whizpeter(m): 7:25pm On Mar 19, 2017
Mountbatten:


The only reason you don't like it is because you can't afford it.

QED
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by babatee126(m): 7:57am On Mar 20, 2017
Mountbatten:


The only reason you don't like it is because you can't afford it.


You're Right.........................
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by chicwoman(f): 10:25am On Mar 20, 2017
This recession has predicted that I will stick with my tecno.
Afterall it is serving me well
And it no too cost
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by chicwoman(f): 10:26am On Mar 20, 2017
I've heard good things about that phone o
Be like say I go buy am
Behankey:
Choices vary though and then Android devices are more affordable than iPhone. Patiently waiting for the Tecno Camon CX though, iPhone lovers can anticipate the iPhone 8 and 8 plus grin
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by chicwoman(f): 10:26am On Mar 20, 2017
Tecno for me to be exact
thesicilian:
My account balance says I should get an android.

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Sulaymanmeek(m): 3:17pm On Mar 20, 2017
not here to create a world debate, but get an Android and enjoy life.. Thanks

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Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by Behankey(m): 10:19am On Mar 21, 2017
chicwoman:
I've heard good things about that phone o
Be like say I go buy am
I just dey wait make dem release official images and specs, I'm kind of convinced with the rumoured specs but I don't wanna judge yet. Abeg make dem drop the Camon CX asap
Re: Iphone Vs Android - Should You Get An Iphone Or An Android Phone? by babatee126(m): 9:05pm On Apr 28, 2017
Tecno Camon CX Specs & Price; With Fingerprint Scanner and 4G LTE http://www.9jaboizgist.com.ng/2017/03/tecno-camon-cx-specs-price-with.html?m=1
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