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Those that converted from Android
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My biggest reason for switching back to iPhone was the apps. I just think apps work and look better on ios than on Android. Also all my iTunes music and movies can be easily downloaded.
But I do miss having a file viewer, being able to select default programs, LED light, back button and Google now.
But I do miss having a file viewer, being able to select default programs, LED light, back button and Google now.
I've had a few Android phones and one of the big sticking points for me was the apps. The ones I used that had a direct iOS equivalent rarely seemed as polished or full-featured as those on iOS.
I felt the same way moving back to iOS from Android. However, the new iPhone 6S Plus allows me to to go back simply with the swipe of my finger. Also, "Hey Siri" being always on now as well even when my iPhone isn't plugged in is really useful for me, especially when I'm at work.... I know it isn't the same as it would be on Android, but "Google Now" is in the iOS App Store for those who want it.
I came back the iOS because I missed the Apps as well as the Battery life that I had with my iPhones. . It seemed to me that no matter what I did I was never able to make it through the end of the day on my Android devices. This is something that I've never had to worry about with my old 6 Plus and new 6S Plus... I also do LISS Cardio (Power Walking, Running) and HIIT Workouts (Insanity, Insanity Max 30, ect...), Weight Training, 6 days a week and I could never find good quality Apps for Android to track these workouts for me like I have with iOS....
I agree with what Gathomblipoob said above about Android Apps not being as polished or full featured as iOS too. Some of them don't receive updates as often as they should to correct the bugs that are found which makes for a very poor user experience, imho.
I agree with what Gathomblipoob said above about Android Apps not being as polished or full featured as iOS too. Some of them don't receive updates as often as they should to correct the bugs that are found which makes for a very poor user experience, imho.
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Sorry to hear about these issues. I don't do Apple Music and only use Siri occasionally, but it if fine when I do you it. Your randomly working message app caught my eye. What kind of problems are you having with it? I can't ever remember having a problem with it during the four years I've been on iOS.
Yes. Just do a restore from iTunes and then set up your phone from an iCloud backup.
That is something to dream about but this is Apple we're talking about.
I actually did the opposite and converted from iOS to Android. In my opinion, I think that Android is better than iOS. When I first switched I was very confused because iOS is much more of a ready-to-go OS and is extremely cut and dry to use. However after spending some time with Android I figured out that it was definitely more flexible and user-friendly than iOS. However the best feature would most likely be the downloading capabilities on the Android that roundhouse kicks Apple in the nuts.
Overall, while iOS is attractive in it smooth & clean feel, it doesn't offer as many cool features that Android has.
Yep the 6S+ has been better with battery for me, and I have a Samsung chip. I don't really buy into the whole chip gate thing, but don't tell anyone that
Yea a third-party keyboard is a simple fix however most of the time, third-party keyboards have lots of bugs and often feel and look cheap.
Now, see, that's the opposite for me. I'm really not getting the praise for the Apple App Store. To me, the Play Store apps were much better. TouchPal was the best keyboard I've ever used but the iOS version is pathetic! And it's difficult to find anything but games unless I do a specific search.
There are some apps that are better, such as the Wells Fargo app. And I really love the better security and fingerprint sensor and Apple Pay. I have never had Apple products except an iPod, so this is taking longer than I thought it would to adjust. But rooting and ROMing was getting harder with Verizon and even Android is starting to tighten security.
At first I desperately missed Google Now, but Siri is growing on me. There's some things each do better in my daily use pattern. I miss notification led and the Quick Settings.
The thing I miss most, aside from keyboard swiping, is having easy access to the internal storage space.
I've only had the 6S Plus since Saturday, so I'm still undecided.
While not C&P. I did take a second look to make sure I got it right.Most people mangle my user name. Unless you copy and pasted. Even then, thank you.
People vary -- even former Android users. I switched long ago and never wanted to go back. Currently taking advantage of Samsung's test drive offer on the Galaxy S6 Edge+. It's a really nice device but I still prefer IOS. As always with subjective matters, YMMV.
Android doesn't have just one keyboard but I never cared for the stock keyboards that I used.
Even IOS there are other keyboards available now.
If you jb'd the phone. Ikeywi adds a row of numbers to the top row.
Having all settings in 1 place is preferable to having to open each app, I think.
Problem with that and exkey is that it doesn't change the height of the keyboard, at least that's how it was before.
I switched back to iOS/iPhone not long ago.
iOS is a mature, consistent OS, while Android is effected (in most cases) by Google, by the phone manufacture and by the carrier.
The reception and the overall user experience is much better on iOS for me.
What I miss is the file system and the freedom to download and upload anything. I almost forgot, the option to switch on and off mobile data with one click.
iOS is a mature, consistent OS, while Android is effected (in most cases) by Google, by the phone manufacture and by the carrier.
The reception and the overall user experience is much better on iOS for me.
What I miss is the file system and the freedom to download and upload anything. I almost forgot, the option to switch on and off mobile data with one click.
That is definitely a great feature. It's one of the first things I do when jaibreaking because it's so useful.
Note 3 to a 6s Plus. I love it.
-Rarely used Google Now on Note 3, but I use Siri everyday on 6s Plus.
-Battery is incredible.
-Greater app selection
-Very few bugs
-Software updates are quick, on a consistent basis.
-Better Support
-3D Touch is great
Only things I miss from my Note 3 is the back button, being able to download stuff and open things easier, then being able to transfer stuff without using something like iTunes.
I won't be switching back.
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While not C&P. I did take a second look to make sure I got it right.
You must have gotten it right because my mother's name was Eileen. How's that for weirdness?