Android. If you don’t like Pixels, the new Nokia makes really solid phones that are in the Android One program. Regular updates, close to stock Android, meaning unlocked carrier, not loaded up with carrier crippleware and crapware apps.
The Nokia brand was sold to HMD while Nokia Mobile continues as a premier 5G developer (i.e. tower gear). HMD will offer a new 5G phone soon.
IMO, the 6.1 with a metal frame (not plastic) is a great phone for under $300 that performs like a flagship.
I am sad about the “how many camera lenses can we stick on this phone” trend, however.
iPhone. I had a free one through work several years back and got used to it. I’m not convinced they’re that different, so I really just stick with iPhone because of momentum.
I do remember hating the notifications on Android, though. Do you still have to dismiss them or you get that nagging icon at the top of your screen? I also seem to remember a lot more skeezy apps.
Have both in my pocket every day. I choose to buy and use Android phones. I like the interface and open system- I can easily make and install my own apps (only really done this once, but I have done it).
On the Apple side, if you live within their walled garden the interoperability with their other products is excellent. (No, I haven’t tried the win10 my phone app).
Sometimes there are apps that are only on one or the other, but usually something equivalent makes its way to the other platform.
I dislike some of the limitations for iPhone/iTunes. Too many hoops to transfer music I did not purchase there. Yes I know I should skip iTunes altogether but I have not yet. I can’t find comparable free apps for countdown calendar in iWorld. As far as general daily use, I can work with either.
Have shied away from the entire Apple universe over the years primarily for $$ reasons, but also due to the restricted nature of their products. Therefore,it’s been Sansa Fuse Mp3 players, Windows/Linux computers and Android phones for me all the way.
Android. More variety. Giant display. Current innovations. Moar power (OnePlus 7 Pro)!
First smartphone was an iPhone 3G. Apple does things well, but seldom first. Also, to be honest, now I’m in the Android ecosystem.
I miss my landline phone. I didn’t expect anything out of it except to connect me to the numbers I called.
My android phone is too smart for me. That’s why it’s staying in my nightstand drawer.
What? No option for the 0% still using a Windows Phone?
(I switched to Android last December when support ended for W10M, though.)
I have both. I hate the iPhone and only use it when necessary (work)
@tinamarie1974 dual sim! OnePlus! Nokia 6, 7, 8!!! Pixel 3a, 4!!!
Android. The i universe just seems too monopoly-ish for me.
Bonus - my dad has an iPhone and I can’t answer questions so he has to bother my sister!!!
/image fanboy bait
iPhone for most common phone, app, browser, email, or app uses.
Including most media, financial, shopping, browsing, etc
Android for when I’m using the phone to do “computerish” things.
Have no intention of jail breaking or rooting devices of either type. I just have too many other things to do with my time.
Privacy is a large issue with both devices, but easier to control under IOS (or so I imagine)
Android gives file system & storage control. Sometimes I gotta have that.
They both suck. I miss Symbian Series 80. It is a shame everyone jumped to free Android instead of developing it further.
Android. If you don’t like Pixels, the new Nokia makes really solid phones that are in the Android One program. Regular updates, close to stock Android, meaning unlocked carrier, not loaded up with carrier crippleware and crapware apps.
The Nokia brand was sold to HMD while Nokia Mobile continues as a premier 5G developer (i.e. tower gear). HMD will offer a new 5G phone soon.
IMO, the 6.1 with a metal frame (not plastic) is a great phone for under $300 that performs like a flagship.
I am sad about the “how many camera lenses can we stick on this phone” trend, however.
@mike808
Thx for rec on the 6.1.
iPhone. I had a free one through work several years back and got used to it. I’m not convinced they’re that different, so I really just stick with iPhone because of momentum.
I do remember hating the notifications on Android, though. Do you still have to dismiss them or you get that nagging icon at the top of your screen? I also seem to remember a lot more skeezy apps.
@jhinra You can turn those off by app right in the notification. At least on Android 10 (Pie?) you can.
No love for Windows phone? No one?
/ No me neither.
@OnionSoup I tried, but it wouldnt pair with my Zune.
I’m an iPhone lover myself.
And I’m sorry I didn’t ask about the Windows phones or others! I’m horrible.
Have both in my pocket every day. I choose to buy and use Android phones. I like the interface and open system- I can easily make and install my own apps (only really done this once, but I have done it).
On the Apple side, if you live within their walled garden the interoperability with their other products is excellent. (No, I haven’t tried the win10 my phone app).
Sometimes there are apps that are only on one or the other, but usually something equivalent makes its way to the other platform.
I dislike some of the limitations for iPhone/iTunes. Too many hoops to transfer music I did not purchase there. Yes I know I should skip iTunes altogether but I have not yet. I can’t find comparable free apps for countdown calendar in iWorld. As far as general daily use, I can work with either.
Have shied away from the entire Apple universe over the years primarily for $$ reasons, but also due to the restricted nature of their products. Therefore,it’s been Sansa Fuse Mp3 players, Windows/Linux computers and Android phones for me all the way.
I use Android, but I prefer two cups connected by a string.
Android!
Sideloading apps!
USB tethering!
File transfer w/o using an app that prompts for an update every two days!
Wallet friendly!
Android. More variety. Giant display. Current innovations. Moar power (OnePlus 7 Pro)!
First smartphone was an iPhone 3G. Apple does things well, but seldom first. Also, to be honest, now I’m in the Android ecosystem.