LOL...this site is still using the "you won't notice the difference in actual use" for the SoC performance difference between Apple and its competitors. Any time you see that in a review, you know it's not a serious comparison of the technology. Why should anyone think the differences in the cameras or the screen or charging is significant if the SoC differences can be glossed over so casually?
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Generally curious, do you think the average consumer cares about a speed test? Or do they care about the fluidity as I mentioned with iOS, security, ecosystem, etc. The only people that care about ‘speed tests’ are tech users, average consumers don’t even know what a speed test even is, let alone what type of processors is in their phone.
It's subjective, many people love the slick animations in ios and don't really care if it's a little slower. Personally I'll take function over form any day.
I think you’re right here. I noticed it last night when someone posted some speed test. It’s all about the animations, but that’s kind of what I like about iOS. For me, iOS feels a little more fun and Android a little more robotic, if that makes sense. If you turn off the animations on iOS, it takes something away.
You don’t need to pay Apple a fee to make a pair of wireless headphones either.
I have no answer for why the HomePod doesn’t allow Bluetooth. My guess is that the product is geared towards iPhone users subscribed to Apple Music, so they figured that you were going to use airplay anyways. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I hear people regularly say they want the pure Android experience. What do you think this gives one? What problems can one get?
Exactly it's subjective, and the iPhone feels nicer to navigate, i can admit it.
I’m still having my iPhone 6s. But this will be my last iPhone. Not that I don’t like it, but apple’s closed eco is more of an handicap to me than a positive. I’ve played many times with my friends phone and I’ve come to the conclusion that the gap between iOS and Android isn’t there anymore.
I’m not talking about cheap androids but the middle range are offering the same possibilities as more expensive iPhones for me. Together with expensive cables on Apple’s part and services that aren’t launched over here or aren’t up to par with services from other companies. Almost useless Siri and maps not giving me any cycling routes or opportunities (which I do a lot).
I want something that works for me and not feeling trapped and handicapped. If all those services what makes Apple more expensive might have worked, I didn’t mind paying a bit more. But the gap is getting too big for too long. New androids are working as fluid as iOS. They also have more in common by the day. Apple forces me to pull the plug, not the other way around. In the end it’s value for money for me. Something Apple isn’t offering FOR ME anymore under Cook.
Yes, I’m still hoping and trying to believe those promises. But after years of promises and not delivering, I’m out.
To get back on the fluidity thing. Today’s Androids are as fluid as an iPhone.
As an android device, it's really nice, but there is no way in hell I would drop everything and switch.
"Security" is a moot point. Any company with a modicum of sense allows both Android and iOS devices, as they invariably use an additional layer to ensure their security policies are enforced.
Malicious apps were found both in Android and iOS stores, as were various user data siphons, so there is no clear advantage to either, regardless of how many billboards Apple puts up to the contrary.
It is very subjective - for me Android 9 on the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is much nicer to navigate compared to the iPhone X, especially the Widgets are a very welcome plus on Androids side.
Many apps show more functionality on Android - you can buy audiobooks on audible and you can use Google Pay with Paypal, you can use NFC with many android apps ...
Apple is trying to use it as a selling point because they haven’t got much left to defend the high prices of the iPhones. That bothers me because it’s not true.
Probably also the reason for their bad sales because it’s limiting your freedom.
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Samsung had better screens with less bezels for years and because they’re developing those screens Apple won’t ever win on screens. Same with memory and cameras.
I’m pleased with Apple. Two iPhones, two iPads, great service always and everything is there for our needs. Is the experience going to be the same for all? No, but for our family Apple checks all the boxes. Sorry about your experience. Hopefully whatever you choose in the future works for you.
? What you write doesn't make sense at all.
If it's a far more convenient system why do we need to be forced to used it?
Thank you. You probably live in the USA. I’m looking around and when I’m in need of a new device I’ll consider the options. Value for money and not a closed system becomes high priority for me. I’ve paid that price too often with Apple.
You're thinking of the actual screen. No idea who makes the digitizer for either OEM. The glass itself is made by Corning here in the US. If you're replacing all three on Apple products more frequently, then that's poor development and spec requests on Apple's part.
Irrelevant. In the end Flash was replace by something better and more secure. So Apple's help was not needed at all.
The Headphone Jack(a hardware port) wasn't replaced by anything at all and in any way, it was just removed. The End.
If I go and buy a phone with a headphone jack I can still use any type of headphones I want. Or you would disagree?
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Yes, in the US. I hear you. I’m sure whatever you eventually choose will work great for you.
Not to mention HTML5 isn't exactly less processor intensive. Play a complex HTML5 game and you can watch your processor and memory use rise over time.
That’s the problem with Apple these days, they force you to go a certain direction without giving you the benefits. Removing ports because it can sell expensive dongles. Closed systems because you’re only able to use their paid services.
If those services were great in the first place, they don’t have to trap you in. Greed will be their downfall.
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Thanks, we will both be happy
