12 reasons why an Android phone is better than an Apple iPhone

by Charles on 28 June 2010

4692257797 47eef6fc07 12 reasons why an Android phone is better than an Apple iPhone

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I was talking to Andrew whether a person should buy Android or iPhone.  Andrew was comparing the differences between Android and iPhone (we are talking about iOS 4 here), and he had concluded that Android is a much better choice.  Andrew listed down all the various reasons to me, and I volunteered to post it up to let all of you know.

Let’s find out the 12 reasons below:

  1. Flash support (try booking tickets on www.gv.com.sg or other movie sites without an app using an iPhone)
  2. MP3 and videos files can simply be copied into Android devices for playback
  3. Third party app Wi-Fi tethering support (will be standard in Android 2.2)
  4. True multitasking (Android apps run in background as opposed to iPhone which pauses them to switch to another)
  5. Full screen widgets (like HTC’s friends and twitter stream)
  6. Can Bluetooth files to other devices
  7. Use industry supported, Open Mobile Terminal Platform (OMTP) endorsed micro USB connector that allows all Android devices to share connectors and chargers
  8. Greater developer access to phone features
  9. Greater hardware device variety to choose from
  10. Have removable battery that can be replaced if it weakens
  11. Have micro SD expandable storage
  12. (For the ultra geeks) Can root Android devices and install custom OSes like CyanogenMod

Nevertheless, there are definitely some advantages why iPhone is gaining market share in the mobile phone industry. There is a higher possibility of somebody amongst our friends owning an iPhone, while there is a lower possibility of our friends owning an Android phone.  Let’s find out what are the 5 advantages of iPhone over Android here as well.  (Yes, I only got 5 iPhone advantages from Andrew…)

These are the 5 advantages of iPhone 4 over Android:

  1. (Arguable) Better surfing experience and user interface
  2. Better audio quality than most Android devices (except maybe Sony’s Experia X10)
  3. Excellent and familiar iTunes UI for music
  4. Huge variety of aftermarket accessories
  5. Higher screen resolution

  • Altough i like andriod more then iphone but I still use an iphone.
  • If you prefer updates then the LG is more likely to get updated.
    If you prefer a keyboard then the LG has one.
  • I can only answer part of your question it will not void the warrenty unless you open the and look in the inside
  • also can i export my phone data to newly installed version ?
  • I am interested to buy android os based cell phone in nagpur, india. Which one is better - samsung galaxy i7500 or LG GW-620 ? Both are priced around Rs.14,800/- here. Thanks.
  • The team at Quintessa has been so pleased with the third-party apps on iPhone that they’ve decided to develop one of their own. “We’re just beginning the project to develop our own app,” Jim Harris says. “We believe that it’ll give us a competitive advantage in the winemaking industry.”
  • I need some help in trying to understand the apple iphone....If i bought the apple iphone does that mean i have to have a monthly contract with 02 or does that mean that i can use my vodafone sim in it..
  • The Iphone has a better user interface then most Android Phones and it has a bigger market for apps but I think in a couple years the Android Phones will catch up.
  • I think if Apple doesn't change or improve some of its features in the long run it's competitors like the Android and others who may come in to the market will definitely prevail. I can tell you that unless Apple solves the flash issue, or actually implements flash on their iPhone, other phones are going to win as people are growing tired at the lack of flash support on the iPhone.

    Till then,

    Jean
  • Iphone is one of the best selling mobile in the world. For it's well known best features. Just like a BMW, it is one of the best well known German car with an extreme performance in air-conditioning, for it is equipped with a world class auto AC condenser ...
  • You are right that it is best selling.... No doubt about it and I admire Steve Jobs for the capability to do just that! :)
  • I want one too, but I read an interesting article about iPhones on this site that has me reconsidering: P
  • Where is it? Is it better than Android? :)
  • iPhone was already fast, but the reviews of Android phone already state that the phone is faster than the Apple iPhones. Speed always counts, and Android beats iPhone
  • iPhone is just a brand promise that you are buying... :)
  • iPhone wouldn't have sold a ton more if they were on Verizon? The only reason Droid is selling so well is because iPhone is still exclusive to AT&T. Most everyone wants the iPhone, but many are not willing to switch vendors.
  • It's true.. It's such a headache when we still have to switch vendor just because of the different phone brands... But again, I find that an android phone is still better than an iPhone! :)
  • I hate apple, and I love Microsoft. Comparing phones, I can not find a phone better than the Iphone. I have not tried a android phone yet.
  • Personally, I find an android phone works better than an iPhone in anyway...
    Depending on your location you are staying, I think you can consider HTC Desire, HTC Incredible or HTC Evo 4G...
  • Yes its true IPhone is one of the best selling Mobile Phones in the market... Because of many features... Honestly, I really want to buy an IPhone because I want to experience the features that others are enjoying. But I am a little bit worried because I have a lack of knowledge on how to operate an IPhone. As you know, I am very much busy working on an ac condenser store for 5 years. Is IPhone a friendly user phone?
  • Hi AC Condensers, you must be joking with me to ask me if the iPhone is a user-friendly phone. It is definitely a user friendly phone for sure. It has reached out to so many users out there, taking over a sizable market in the whole world! Till today, I can only see so many satisfied friends of mine using iPhone... However, I will still prefer to buy Android phone simply because it is supporting Flash...
  • HI Charles! sorry but i am just asking about the features. because most phones are not user friendly. By the way thanks for introducing me how good is an iPhone is.. Thanks Charles
  • This is a post talking how good an Android phone is over iPhone... Get Android instead! :) I am getting a HTC Desire in 17 hours' time! yeah!
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