Advice on smartphone operating systems
Operating systems
Android
Android is available for hundreds of smartphones of various brands, from budget phones to top-notch models. Sony, Samsung, and LG produce Android phones, for example. Each manufacturer may expand Android or adjust it to its own tastes. Menus and layout look just that little different for each smartphone brand.
iOS
iOS is available on Apple iPhones. Many users experience this operating system as user-friendly and organized, and it offers a wide variety of apps and games. Because the operating system only runs on iPhones, the range of available devices is limited.
Personalize
Do you like having complete control over the look and settings of your device? You'll have a lot of fun with Android. Android has an open character, which means that you customize your device to your own taste. You can put your own theme to your device, for example. This open character also allows manufacturers to adjust Android. Personalizing your smartphone is hardly an option with iOS.
Check for updates
You need to update your operating system to solve errors, have the latest security on your device, and activate the latest options. Unfortunately, not every update is suitable for a smartphone. For iOS, updates stay suitable for older iPhone models for just a couple of years. Some Android smartphones don't receive updates as long.
Apps
You can download apps via stores that the manufacturer of the operating system manages. In the Apple App Store, you'll find a strong selection of apps that has to meet strict requirements. The apps and games for iOS are usually of high quality. Google has an automatic approval process for apps and games in the Play Store. This allows you to download many apps, games, and themes for your phone. It can have a negative effect on the quality, though.
