Apple or Android?

[Meijin Kurito]

Apple, well, since you're comparing it to Android, iOS specifically. I would choose iOS over Android because for one, it is far more efficient than Android. It is able to perform very smoothly with specs very mediocre compared to Android. Most of the iOS devices out today have only 1 GB of RAM and run on a Dual Core Processor whereas Android devices run on at least 2GB of RAM and Quad Core Processors.

Another reason is that the company who makes the operating system is also the company who makes the phones themselves. This way, the operating system is optimized to run on the phone, thus making it work better because the operating system was really made for the phone. Android on the other hand, is made by Google and third party phone manufacturers like Samsung, LG, HTC, etc. just modify Android to suit their needs.

Another reason I would pick iOS is the updatability. If you buy the latest Apple device, you are sure to have about 3 years of being able to have the latest software Apple is able to offer. Whereas in Android, you are not even sure of the phone you bought will be updatable to the next Android version (ie. Kitkat to Lollipop).

Lastly, I prefer iOS because of the unity of the devices. There are only a handful of iOS devices available thus there are also less devices a developer has to worry about supporting. This will ensure a good experience when it comes to downloading apps. Developers will immediately tell you which devices their apps are most optimized in and which devices they won't work in. So you won't have to worry about downloading an app only to realize that it does not work. The developers already told you if it won't work on your device. Whereas Android Devices are too fragmented and have an extremely wide variey of screen sizes. Developers won't be able to test their app on every single Android device out there, because there is just too much of them.

I'm not saying that iOS is for everyone, I'm just stating why it is better in my opinion. Android does have it's perks too like customizability and the ease for developers to publish apps. At the end of the day, it is your choice. It depends on your needs and wants from your device. Android may be more suitable for some, whereas iOS will be more suitable for others. And there is always that group who would prefer Windows Phone or Blackberry. At the end of the day, you go with the phone that suits your needs.

Definetly would agree with this now if only there were a like button or something

 

[Chris]

Apple. It's prettier and I'm shallow. No, seriously: I chose to get my first iPhone in 2011 purely for aesthetic reasons and I don't regret it.

 

[shayminskyforme88]

Apple. It's prettier and I'm shallow. No, seriously: I chose to get my first iPhone in 2011 purely for aesthetic reasons and I don't regret it.

It's alright, That is also one of the reasons I prefer Apple. 2011? I assume it is a 4S. I'm still using a white 4S

 

[dragonair]

I honestly prefer Android. I had a Droid for a few years and I loved it. It wasn't too slow for me, I could download apps properly and I liked customizing everything.
I have an iPhone now and I can't really do anything with it. It's outdated, so I can't download a ****load of apps, customization isn't that great, and it glitches up quite a bit. I don't have anything against Apple users because I know everyone has their preferences, but I honestly want to get a new Android phone instead.
also the poll is tied whoo

 

[oath2order]

Iphones break too easily compared to Samsung phones

 

[HeyPatience]

Apple, well, since you're comparing it to Android, iOS specifically. I would choose iOS over Android because for one, it is far more efficient than Android. It is able to perform very smoothly with specs very mediocre compared to Android. Most of the iOS devices out today have only 1 GB of RAM and run on a Dual Core Processor whereas Android devices run on at least 2GB of RAM and Quad Core Processors.

Another reason is that the company who makes the operating system is also the company who makes the phones themselves. This way, the operating system is optimized to run on the phone, thus making it work better because the operating system was really made for the phone. Android on the other hand, is made by Google and third party phone manufacturers like Samsung, LG, HTC, etc. just modify Android to suit their needs.

Another reason I would pick iOS is the updatability. If you buy the latest Apple device, you are sure to have about 3 years of being able to have the latest software Apple is able to offer. Whereas in Android, you are not even sure of the phone you bought will be updatable to the next Android version (ie. Kitkat to Lollipop).

Lastly, I prefer iOS because of the unity of the devices. There are only a handful of iOS devices available thus there are also less devices a developer has to worry about supporting. This will ensure a good experience when it comes to downloading apps. Developers will immediately tell you which devices their apps are most optimized in and which devices they won't work in. So you won't have to worry about downloading an app only to realize that it does not work. The developers already told you if it won't work on your device. Whereas Android Devices are too fragmented and have an extremely wide variey of screen sizes. Developers won't be able to test their app on every single Android device out there, because there is just too much of them.

I'm not saying that iOS is for everyone, I'm just stating why it is better in my opinion. Android does have it's perks too like customizability and the ease for developers to publish apps. At the end of the day, it is your choice. It depends on your needs and wants from your device. Android may be more suitable for some, whereas iOS will be more suitable for others. And there is always that group who would prefer Windows Phone or Blackberry. At the end of the day, you go with the phone that suits your needs.

I completely agree with all of this ^

For a long time I had an Android phone and when the iPod Touch came out I got one of those, and I always preferred how iOS ran. I know a iPod isnt a phone, but a Touch is the closest thing just it doesnt have the capability to make calls. Every Android phone I had in the past always ran so sluggishly slow after 6 months, and the only apps I would have on it that I downloaded myself would be Facebook and Tumblr, since thats how I communicate with of my friends. Ive had my iPhone for nearly 6 months now, and it runs like the day I bought it. Also another reason why I prefer Apple is because theyre really good about getting updates and fixes for updates done in a timely manner to make sure their devices are top notch. People may complain about bugs or glitches or even freezing, but any device, phone or not, is bound to have that happen.

 

[Meijin Kurito]

Iphones break too easily compared to Samsung phones

I beg to differ

 

[shayminskyforme88]

Iphones break too easily compared to Samsung phones

I don't think that's always the case. I have a friend who had all his Samsung Phones broken without even abusing them. That's why he switched to Apple. For him, the phones themselves are almost the same, but Apple is superior in durability.

I completely agree with all of this ^

For a long time I had an Android phone and when the iPod Touch came out I got one of those, and I always preferred how iOS ran. I know a iPod isnt a phone, but a Touch is the closest thing just it doesnt have the capability to make calls. Every Android phone I had in the past always ran so sluggishly slow after 6 months, and the only apps I would have on it that I downloaded myself would be Facebook and Tumblr, since thats how I communicate with of my friends. Ive had my iPhone for nearly 6 months now, and it runs like the day I bought it. Also another reason why I prefer Apple is because theyre really good about getting updates and fixes for updates done in a timely manner to make sure their devices are top notch. People may complain about bugs or glitches or even freezing, but any device, phone or not, is bound to have that happen.

Cool, my first iOS device was also an iPod Touch. 3rd Gen to be specific.

 

[oath2order]

Literally every iPhone that I see has a crack on the screen

 

[HeyPatience]

Cool, my first iOS device was also an iPod Touch. 3rd Gen to be specific.

Mine was Gen 2 I believe. I had it for 5 years, and I upgraded to Gen 5 last year, but thats because I couldnt upgrade the iOS anymore and the battery was starting to go. I dropped that thing so many times, and it went through the washer AND dryer and it still worked! (I let it sit in a Ziploc bag of rice for about a week and a half though). I never expected to get an iPhone, but I still use my iPod anyway. Most of my apps and games and all of my music are on my iPod.

 

[shayminskyforme88]

Literally every iPhone that I see has a crack on the screen

I beg to disagree

Spoiler

speaking of which, I have to charge

 

[oath2order]

I beg to disagree

Spoiler

speaking of which, I have to charge

You cant disagree with something Ive seen. Its what Ive seen not you

 

[Tao]

I would go with Android...Though if we're talking about mobiles, I've had a ?1 phone for the past year or so since I always end up losing them whilst drunk.

Last decent phone I had was an Android though. It was okay I guess...It phoned people, which is all I really wanted.



I tend to just dislike Apple products. They way too expensive for what they do, they release 'upgraded' things too regularly, they try to make their stuff 'unfixable' so that you have to take it to an Apple store and pay for repairs...And of course, it's over praised.

The only thing I own of Apple is my iPod classic. I've had it for years. It broke once and I had to repair it myself and MY GOD! They make those cases indestructible so that you have to pay them to repair it...It took me hours to open the damn thing and I eventually got it open with a chisel and a hammer (seriously). It's a shame they don't make the internal components as indestructible as the cases.
I also upgraded it from 80GB to 120GB whilst I was at it. Screw you Apple, I upgraded for free :3

 

[xTurnip]

I prefer Andriod. I have a Note 3 at the moment, and it's a wonderful phone.

I do think that the Apple phones are very nice looking though.

 

[Tessie]

i have an iphone, i like imessage a lot.




i dont think imma change to android.




so apple.

- - - Post Merge - - -

also i had my iphone for 3 years now and no cracked screens. cracked screens are for clumsy ppl.

 

[MozzarellaSticks]

I switched the Apple from Android recently. I have to say it is nicer. Apple has apps that work better and compress less, and since so many people have it iMessage is way more useful than Hangouts. I think, to me, it's more of a what is more popular because apps are going to cater to that market.

 

[euroR]

mobile device android. ( never had an ios mobile before)

tablet : ipad

win-win

 

[Cazqui]

I don't care, They're phones, as long as they serve their main purpose, to be a PHONE, I don't care really, but alas I have android and I despise apple products and the people who praise them when they don't realize they're paying for a brand name rather than whats inside it.

 

[penguins]

i personally prefer android for phones as i use their phones and stuff but i like apple for tablets as it has a much more modern and sleek design and looks hella good

 

[Reindeer]

I switched the Apple from Android recently. I have to say it is nicer. Apple has apps that work better and compress less, and since so many people have it iMessage is way more useful than Hangouts. I think, to me, it's more of a what is more popular because apps are going to cater to that market.

Android has a much larger market share though.