The Battle of iOS and Android

By Jack Daren


iPhones and androids are all over the place, required for using apps, photos and even phone calls. We are going to compare the systems to see which is best.

The Battle of Appearance

Apple's grid layout is iconic (if you'll excuse the pun), both simple and effective, if a little rigid, with easy access to the basic functions. The Android layout by contrast, puts a premium on customisation, allowing you to have the layout precisely how you want it. A tidy list of widgets and standard functions or a mess of icons only you know your way around, it's your choice.

Layouts

One of the biggest differences between iOS and Android is Apple's orderly layout, compared to Google's more anarchic philosophy, which allows individuality in each handset. Having such diversity can seem unfriendly to new users, something which Samsung combats with its "Easy Screen" mode, giving the user a selection of the more basic options like news and weather, while the "Direct Call" feature means you can make a call by simply lifting the handset to your ear when looking at the individual's details.

Included Apps

There is something of a role reversal here; Android has built in apps like YouTube, Gmail, Google Maps and the canny Google Now. Apple's iOS allows software developers to add their own features, to varying degrees of success.

Appearance

With the S3's mostly plastic casing, the iPhone's glass and aluminium approach might lead some to think it is of better quality, but that is a little misleading. While the iPhone's rectangular screen is of high quality, the S3's 4.8" screen is a big selling point, though both are designed beautifully.

Processors

Both weigh around the same, the iPhone at 116g is a fraction lighter than the S3's 133g. Similarly, the S3's processor (quad core) is not noticeably superior to the iPhones dual core.

Battery Life

The iPhone has a very negligible edge in terms of battery life and both boast accessories which combine an extra battery within a sleeve.

The Battle of Recording

This technology has hardly been perfected in either system, though flaws to The S3's "S Voice" are more apparent than Apple's "Siri". One redeeming feature on The S3 is "Smart Stay", a technology that keeps the screen on when detecting the user looking at it. 4G versions are obtainable for both operating systems and both record in HD.

Advantages and Disadvantages

What it is you are looking for in a handset will depend on which product you prefer. Whether you are looking for the simple and organised set up of The iPhone's iOS, or the more creative experience of The S3 and Android. Both certainly have their advantages and disadvantages.




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