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Jacob Mendez
Jacob Mendez

iOS or Android – which is worth choosing? Here are the pros and cons of the systems

Users choosing a new smartphone often consider not only changing the manufacturer, but also the entire operating system. Today we have two options. We either choose the Android environment and choose from the available models (e.g. Samsung, Xiaomi, etc.), or we choose iOS, i.e. iPhones from Apple.

This is not an easy decision, and the two systems are very different from each other. Before making a decision, you should arm yourself with appropriate knowledge about their functions, limitations, possibilities and features. Our comparison will take the form of a duel.

If everyone copies your solution, it means it’s really good. And it so happens that . The company has created a user environment in which everything fits together perfectly. If we have an iPhone with iOS, using an iPad, Mac or other accessories will be pure pleasure. It simply works, and the transfer of files, information and coexistence is almost perfect.

Other manufacturers offer similar solutions on Android, Samsung is doing great, but… This is not it. In the case of Apple, we will do everything thanks to Apple ID, you only need to buy applications once and they will work on other devices, and it is a fairly closed system, which guarantees the security of our files and data. and this is a huge advantage of Apple devices.

they have millions of apps waiting to be downloaded. There are programs that can only be found on iOS – on the other hand, Android certainly has a lot of alternatives. Moreover, the system from Google often receives some applications faster than they appear on iOS. However, this is not the end of the advantages of open Android. On this system, we can easily install applications downloaded from other sources, for example from the Huawei store or other suppliers.

The iOS system is more closed, which on the one hand gives us security, but on the other hand, sometimes we can feel limited. For advanced users who value freedom, Android will win in this case.

Not so long ago I prepared a text about – each new one, straight from the store. Such a comparison is impossible in the case of iOS, because the only phones with this system are those from Apple. And it’s impossible to find really budget models among them. Even the new, relatively cheap iPhone 16 in the basic version costs PLN 3,999.

This means that when choosing an Android phone, we can spend almost any amount on it – from PLN 500 to even several thousand. This system is more common and allows us to better choose the device that suits our needs and financial possibilities. If our budget is less than a few thousand zlotys, Android is simply a must. Well, unless we settle for a used iPhone. After all, they receive these

Speaking of support, it’s time to take a look at updates. Again, as with the ecosystem, Apple has set the standard for long-term support for its devices. Suffice it to say that the newest one – 6 years after their market debut. This is a full update, which includes not only security patches, but also new functions and system improvements.

. In fact, the support of our device depends on its class. Samsung’s top flagship will receive several years of patches, Google guarantees 7 years of Pixel support. However, if we buy a cheap device, we can count on 1-2 years of updates. In this case, the price defines everything, but in the case of iOS we are guaranteed to receive a premium service – because the price is not low at all.

Another factor may not be very objective, but it is certainly important for some people. It’s about being fascinated with technologies and gadgets in general. We like new things. Especially in times when phones are quite similar to each other. If we want to stand out and taste real innovations (also typically hardware ones), then . Well, take a look at these compilations:

– neither flip nor fold. At that time, Android appeared on foldable devices from at least several manufacturers. There’s Samsung, Oppo, Google Pixel, Honor and more. There is a lot to choose from, and such a smartphone is a real gem in a gadget lover’s collection. Let’s also add this year’s new products from Samsung, i.e. Galaxy AI – a set of really interesting and well-designed functions that are already an inspiration for other companies. There really is a lot going on. Android is a dynamic environment for many developers, so when one developer has nothing interesting planned, the competition will surely release something interesting.

It is also worth remembering about personalization. On Android, you will find many launchers that will allow you to change the image of your phone. Manufacturers also add their own system overlays. We can personalize everything. Features like free icon arrangement on iOS are still new…

Nowadays, more and more people pay more attention to . This is also important when using smartphones. And this is how Google likes to collect user data, because it has its own search engine and browser – and information is valuable in the age of advertisers. Apple doesn’t benefit from accurate information about us. Therefore, iOS appears to be a more private system and resistant to downloading a lot of data about us.

It’s not that Android is spying on us – system security has improved significantly in recent years, and we can feel safe. However, the Google system is still more vulnerable to various types of attacks, for example from . In this case, iOS is more hermetic and therefore safer.

Finally, the most important thing – the choice of system remains a subjective matter and it is impossible to objectively say which one is better. If we want to buy a new but cheap device, we will definitely choose Android. Buying a modern flagship packed with new features can also lead us to the Google system, although then iOS also appears on the scene. A much more hermetic system, providing a different user experience.

There is no right answer – but it is definitely worth checking out both options to experience the features of Apple and Google software for yourself.