How to Choose Between Iphone and Android Smartphones: 7 Steps

You have decided you want a new smart phone. The majority of smart phones are either iPhone or Android based, how would you choose which phone best suits you? The following steps will guide you to the most important aspects you need to take into consideration before you make your choice.
STEPS

1

SCREEN SIZE: do you prefer small, medium or big screen sizes? iPhone comes in one standard medium size (3.5 _diagonal) while Android devices come in many sizes, including very small (mini) and big (like Samsung Galaxy S3 4.8_).

2

STYLE: iPhone UI and apps still tend (in general) to be more stylish than their Android equivalents. There are many accessories for iPhones and less for Android phones.

3

KEYBOARD: try to type some words using iPhone keyboard and some with Android keyboard. Both are virtual keyboard without physical feedback but you may find that one is better suited to your fingers and the way you type than the other.

4

MUSIC: transferring audio files to your iPhone should be done via iTunes (software installed on your computer that is not so easy to use) while Android can accept files by simply connecting a USB cable to your computer. The quality of the audio depends on the specific device.

5

CAMERA: similar to Music, Android photos can be transferred from the device to the computer via USB cable while iPhone photos need iTunes or special other software. Again the quality of the pictures depends on the specific device.

6

RADIO: some Android phones have built-in FM radio while none of the iPhone models do.

7

SIMPLE OR ADVANCED: the iPhone interface make use of a single 'Home' button and the app interface usually display a virtual 'Back' button. Android 'Back' button is sometimes physical and it has another very useful 'Details' button that usually displays advanced options. If you never look for any advanced features you will not miss this button but sometimes (depends on the specific app) it comes in handy.
TIPS
In order to test a phone try to type a text message, then make a call, then type a message again. Mainly, this is what we do with our phones.
WARNINGS
This article lists only the most important questions you need to ask yourself before buying a smartphone and is not meant to be comprehensive.
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Categories: Cell Phones
Recent edits by: Martyn P, TechFlash1, Smartphoner
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