Looks like Android has become a hot favorite for most smartphone lovers. Though both the smartphones have their own set of pros and cons, the latest study shows that Android provides some tough competition for iPhone.Let’s take a closer look at the two smart phones.
A recent study in a survey shows the growing increase of purchase of Androids over iPhones in the first quarter of 2010 which is making the Android a major contender in the mobile world. In a short span, it has overrun the Blackberry, iPhone, Windows Mobile and Palm in terms of buyer preference.
The OS in Google’s Android and Apple’s iPhone have a lot of features in common. However, they are some distinct differences which make them totally different mobile platforms. The iPhone’s OS is closed and is developed by Apple where as Android is open and is primarily developed by Google with the help of other companies like HTC, Motorola and Samsung.
The biggest advantage that the Android enjoys is the completeness and simplicity of cloud integration. For instance, the Google’s Android is a ‘one click’ experience. Find the app and add it to the phone. Unlike the iPhone there is no separate synching required. There are more apps on the Android than the iPhone.
Android supports multitasking and gives you the feel of a real computer. Features like maps and turn by turn navigation are extremely impressive.
Androids and iPhones are designed to support internet browsing. However, a recent survey says that Androids provides better internet functionality. Ninety-two percent of Android users say they utilize their phone's Web connection, compared to 88 percent of iPhone owners. On the social activity sphere, iPhone is an edge better as it supports advanced social activity like photo sharing and social networking sites and blogs better. However, in video specific activity Android is a better. Significantly, there are higher percentages of Android users who capture videos and share it on the net.
Given a choice what would you opt for? I, being a loyal Google user will opt for the Android. I think it is simply superb! :)
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