Android vs. IPhone

[rockfordroo]

Originally Posted by fella10

not at all, ....

I'm not locked into Apples special equipment and it's not bad for me either, .... I never have and don't expect to ever, use headphones on any iphones of the past or of the future, ..... I was providing the facts about using headphones on the new iphones, just in case someone had gotten the wrong impression that they could not use their favorite headphone or any headphone on the new iphone, ...

Apple has made sure you can use any headphone you choose on their new iphone, ...... now you know they rest of the story, .....

Yeah, if you don't listen with headphones, then it's a moot point, but if you want to listen and you need a special device to listen to headphones, either theirs or yours, that sounds "locked in to them" to me.

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by chrisf65

Apple: only specific software runs on it. a lot of services are with charges. it's a overpriced hyped hipster phone. reading the tech. reviews (not the ones from entertainment tonight, but companies comparing the technical components), the Iphone has outdated and old technic compared to competition. actually, they are always one- two steps behind.


Android: mostly everything for free, app store has for almost everything you need or want a free app, everything is compatible no matter which phone you choose, not necessary to upgrade a phone, when you want to use some functions, cheaper, universal.


nope, I stick with android.

Excellent summary and why I'll never own an iPhone.

[Stealth FQ2916]

Galaxy Note 4 Unlocked
Marshmallow 6.0.1
Won't be much longer and it will be running on Nougat.

ROOT

[johnbryanpeters]

Galaxy S5 Active. Android doesn't try to take over your life as Apple products do.

[keith_h]

I'd say Android. You will have a lot more flexibility switching phones or providers than you can get with an iPhone.

[rockfordroo]

Well, I've officially added this topic to the "Topics guaranteed to start an argument" thread.

http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...123111-18.html

(I apologize if it was there already, but I wasn't going to slog through 1800 posts!)

[Janet H]

Originally Posted by keith_h

I'd say Android. You will have a lot more flexibility switching phones or providers than you can get with an iPhone.

yup - this.

Also an android preference here and I've had both over the years. The charging need for ear buds (iPhone) is a deal breaker. I often have trouble finding places to charge - plugging in head phones so that device speakers are not in use extends battery life between charges enormously.

I have an unlocked (you can buy direct) sony z model. When it comes to time to replace I'll look at googles pixel phone or another Sony.

[Mr. Dan]

We use iOS/iPhones. We have no issues. I guess we're too old to try some of the slick things Android users do.

[wahoonc]

We have both in our house. My personal preference is Android for a variety of reasons. Mainly due to the available choices from more than a single manufacturer. I prefer the Motorola stuff, but have used both LG and Samsung with good results. Apple locks stuff down and you have limited options on too many things for my tastes. I like the new Pixel XL, but still use a Droid Turbo, I have been beating it to death for the past 3 years and it is still chugging along just fine.

Aaron

[PhilB]

I've had both and like Apple. I photograph with my iPhone and there are hundreds of post processing apps that will do everything photoshop will do and many are free.
I've also been a Verizon customer for many years.

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by JimFitz

So the questions for you:

Apple or Android???
Advantages/Disadvantages of your experiences.
Why one over the other.

(I am a long time Verizon user, and really like Verizon, so don't really plan to change.)

Thanks.

Fitz,

First off: We have been Apple users since mmmm 1988?

iPhone. Period.

Why: simple a closed managed environment with no malware no hacks no...well nothing

It just works - everything - our iPhones, our iPads and our Mac. It just ALL works.

Now the caveat: if you "Jailbreak" your iOS device all bets are off. You now have essentially a Android device susceptible to hacks and malware. Simple fix: Don't do it!

Others will probably wax poetic about their OS and how it works for them but really the bottom line is Apple has never been hacked, has NO malware, no password skimmers, or other identity theft worries.

Strong words - I know, but truth. For simplicities sake, ease of use, and worry free operation my vote goes to Apple.

[spock123]

We use Apples iPhones. We just got the iPhone 7 plus 256gb, it should be a long time before we fill them up. Also have a Apple MacBook Pro laptop. I have Beats Bluetooth headphones. I got the iPhones at a good deal right at Christmas, I'm on Verizon, the extra large plan, I can use the phone in Canada and not have to pay extra. Son has Apple too, that's also a reason

[NMWildcat]

Originally Posted by BamaBob

Why: simple a closed managed environment with no malware no hacks no...well nothing
It just works - everything - our iPhones, our iPads and our Mac. It just ALL works.Others will probably wax poetic about their OS and how it works for them but really the bottom line is Apple has never been hacked, has NO malware, no password skimmers, or other identity theft worries.

Strong words - I know, but truth. For simplicities sake, ease of use, and worry free operation my vote goes to Apple.

Hey BamaBob! I usually agree with your posts, but you are just wrong in this one

Apple used to have the reputation of being hard to hack, but since it has become more mainstream, hacks are about as prevalent as any other OS. Just google it if you are in disbelief

I retired 18 months ago from working in computer systems at a university. The last few years we frequently worked on apple systems (laptops, desktops, phones, tablets) that had been compromised. Just the way of the world.

Is it a great OS? Sure!!! But definitely not un-hackable.

[geeman53]

I had a Samsung android for many years. Last year I bought a iPhone 6 plus. Two months of Apple was all that I could tolerate. Gave the iPhone to my wife and I went back to a Samsung Note and could not be happier !

[spock123]

Buy what you like, whatever kind you buy just make sure you have a good password.

[BandJCarm]

Well.........I only put Diesel in my Samsung.

[Stealth FQ2916]

Originally Posted by BamaBob

Fitz,

First off: We have been Apple users since mmmm 1988?

iPhone. Period.

Why: simple a closed managed environment with no malware no hacks no...well nothing

It just works - everything - our iPhones, our iPads and our Mac. It just ALL works.

Now the caveat: if you "Jailbreak" your iOS device all bets are off. You now have essentially a Android device susceptible to hacks and malware. Simple fix: Don't do it!

Others will probably wax poetic about their OS and how it works for them but really the bottom line is Apple has never been hacked, has NO malware, no password skimmers, or other identity theft worries.

Strong words - I know, but truth. For simplicities sake, ease of use, and worry free operation my vote goes to Apple.

Now that's funny

[BandJCarm]

[QUOTEthe bottom line is Apple has never been hacked, has NO malware, no password skimmers[/QUOTE]

Bob?

On what planet is this true???

Google a bit........won't take long.

[SidecarFlip]

I phone for me but it's free, company phone so I don't care.

[Tapex]

City phone here