Saturday 2 February 2013

Comparing Android and Apple's iOS

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.

Looks

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.

Structure

Again, Apple leans towards uniformity, much more of a linear and literal experience than that of the Android operating system, which varies from handset to handset. This can lead to some finding it difficult to navigate, which is why Samsung offer an easy screen mode, giving users the standard layout of generic widgets for things such as weather or news.Meanwhile, the" Direct Call" option also allows you to phone a contact by lifting the handset to your ear after viewing their details.

Included Apps

Other than the general look and feel of the two, they also offer differences in which software you are allowed to run. Within S3 you have Google Maps, YouTube, and Gmail alongside its normal features like Google Now, whilst Apple leaves these kinds of features to software developers, leading to much publicised calamities with its maps.

Appearance

A casual conclusion when looking at differences in materials would be to say the iPhone is the superior product, being made from aluminium and glass, while the S3 is mostly plastic, but that would be simplistic. The S3's biggest selling point is its 4.8" screen, giving it the edge over the iPhone's rectangular view. Both are however, beautifully designed.

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.

Extra Battery

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

Recording Flaws

Both systems' recording software is far from perfect but the iPhones Siri has less faults than Samsung's S Voice. One extra The S3 has up its sleeve however is "Smart Stay", which helpfully identifies the user with its front camera, keeping the screen on. Both record in HD and are available in 4G.

Advantages and Disadvantages

The S3 is an open and rewarding product, with many options to keep the user fascinated, however for some, this can be confusing. The iPhone on the other hand is tidy and graceful, less rewarding but easier to master.




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