Just last month at a developer conference, Apple CEO Tim Cook pointed
out that only 8.5 per cent of Android users are using the latest version
of Android (KitKat) while 74 per cent of iOS users are on iOS 7.
What he didn't mention was this — there's not a lot of difference between Android JellyBean (4.3) and KitKat (v4.4). JellyBean and KitKat combined make up 72 per cent of all Android devices, according to latest figures released by Google.
Make no mistake; it's Android, not iOS, that is spearheading the smartphone revolution, especially in markets like India where smartphone penetration is low. From a productivity stand point too, Android offers several advantages which a power user will enjoy.
What he didn't mention was this — there's not a lot of difference between Android JellyBean (4.3) and KitKat (v4.4). JellyBean and KitKat combined make up 72 per cent of all Android devices, according to latest figures released by Google.
Make no mistake; it's Android, not iOS, that is spearheading the smartphone revolution, especially in markets like India where smartphone penetration is low. From a productivity stand point too, Android offers several advantages which a power user will enjoy.
Transfer files using WiFi direct
12 Jun, 2014
When
you want to transfer 1GB of video files, WiFi Direct can do it within a
few minutes. Since the phones connect directly to each other, a WiFi
network is not needed.
Easily pair with NFC
12 Jun, 2014
With
NFC or Near Field Communication, you can tap two devices together to
pair. Where NFC payments are enabled, you can pair your credit card with
the phone and simply swipe the phone.
Transfer files at will using OTG
12 Jun, 2014
With
USB host, you can plug in any USB flash drive into the phone and freely
copy-paste files. Unlike Apple, Android also gives you the convenience
of a file explorer (access to the complete file system of the device).
Change keyboards
12 Jun, 2014
Apple's
keyboard is fixed — but Android allows you to get excellent options
like Swype and SlideIT. Not only do these keyboards suggest words, they
also learn your style and offer multiple input options.
Block spam with ease
12 Jun, 2014
iOS
doesn't give apps control over messages and calls. On Android, you can
take things into your own hands and get a call/SMS blocker. You can also
make your own blacklists.
Change everything about the way it looks
12 Jun, 2014
Every
iPhone looks the same. Android offers nearly limitless customisation.
You can use a launcher to completely change the look, feel and
performance of a phone.
No pricey lightning cables
12 Jun, 2014
Lightning
cables are proprietary to Apple and they apply strong protection, so
cheap knock-offs may or may not work. In comparison, any micro USB cable
from anywhere will work on an Android phoneWidgets and automation
12 Jun, 2014
On
Android, widgets can be used for quick access to information and
there's a widget for everything! Secondly, features like automation are
not available on iPhones. For instance, on Android, you can have WiFi
automatically turn on when inside your home or office.
Affordable memory expansion
12 Jun, 2014
Primarily,
you can have a micro SD to enhance the storage on Android. But you can
also use the card to quickly share large amounts of data. How about cost
effectiveness? A 16GB micro SD card costs just Rs 700 while the
difference between a 16GB iPhone 5S and 32GB iPhone 5S is Rs 7,000.
Control all data on your device
12 Jun, 2014
Share
a photo from either device — you'll have three times as many options on
Android. Using a file manager app, you can also share system files, set
ringtones and transfer songs.
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