The fight will be ugly and promises much controversy. On one side, the mighty Apple, Steve Jobs, with its operating system pioneer among smartphones. On the other, Google, conquering more space, putting the Android OS on multiple devices.
The best smartphones of today work with one of these two OSes. If you are still in doubt between one of them, follow this battle of giants. We chose a big fan of each OS and defend arguments to show which one is best for your phone.Knowing fighters
For the fight does not start soon, we will establish the criterion of respect for elders and start with the iPhone OS. Our competitor was born in 2007 and on 29 June of that year, thousands of people were lined up in front of Apple stores in the United States, to be the first to ow n the device. The operating system of Apple works on iPhone, iPod Touch and now the iPad. Since its launch, the iPhone took the top in smartphone sales and became one of the most desired gadgets for users. For June 2010 is expected to launch the iPhone 4G, which promises to be even better. Android was released to the world later than its competitor. In October 2008, Google made the first announcement of a new operating system based on Linux. The name of the company Android Inc. acquired by Google in 2005. This operating system is already in its fourth update. They are named after candy, and follow alphabetical order – Cupcake (1.5 – Cookie), Donut (1.6 – Donut), Eclair (2.1 – pump) and Froyo (2.2 – Frozen Yogurt). Not had time to read all the news about the version Froyo and we know that by the end of the year Google will launch the Gingerbread update (Honey Bread). Round 1: navigability
This discussion is yielding in the technology world. Flash or HTML 5? Adobe or Apple? Google just entering the wheel, as recently introduced the Android 2.2, with full support for Flash 10.1. Thus, it is possible to see all the sites in Flash in the browser of the device, access games and videos.
Remember also that videos show that the Android browser 2.2 – considered the fastest among smartphones – is considerably slower when running sites with Flash. On the other hand, it is also possible to disable its use, so that the browser work smoothly.
On the other hand, users of iPhone OS claim not miss Flash. You can play videos from YouTube, for example, using other applications, and the amount of games available on the App Store makes them forget the Flash game sites.
Another positive point of the iPhone OS is the possibility multitouch screen, very useful for web browsing, zoom and good gameplay in applications. In the case of Android, most OS versions available in Brazil do not support multitouch.Round 2: Applications
The App Store opened its doors in July 2008, boosting sales of iPhones around the world. Its success was immediate, and today it has about 200,000 applications that provide users with the most varied services.
the other side of the ring is the Android Market, which is for Android and the App Store is for the iPhone OS. The App Store Google was announced in late 2008, months after the Apple store.
Even so, the popularity of the devices with Android OS was not immediate, as in the case of the iPhone. Thus, the Android Market took much longer to grow. Currently, it has about 30,000 applications available to users. The positive side is that the Android Market is not restricted. Therefore, developing an application for Android and enter it at the store is a much easier task. Recently, Opera did a campaign for the browser Opera Mini 5 was inserted into the App Store, which took weeks. The folks at Google, with its base on Linux and open source, has no such problem. But there are few applications developed in Portuguese or targeted to Brazilians because Android is just now gaining popularity in the country. Another big problem of Android fans is the version of the operating system, for while majority still has version 1.5 and 1.6, new applications only work on Androids latest Eclair and Froyo. Round 3: Connectivity
Both operating systems have Wi-Fi and 3G, but the issue of tethering is essential. Through the iPhone OS can provide internet connection to your computer through the machine or your phone.
This is essential for anyone who uses portable gadgets because dependence point Wi-Fi connection is not reliable – especially in Brazil. In addition, Apple gadgets have USB cable connection and carry the battery in the computer without taking.
In 2009, Google announced the withdrawal of all applications for tethering from the Android Market. Ie, no connection to the internet through your smartphone. And that goes for all versions of Android … Until now.
Froyo version gives the freedom to the users. But, as in the case of the iPhone, not everything is perfect. For now, there is no predicting when the Brazilians will receive their updates to OS 2.2, and stayed here with our Cupcakes, Donuts and Eclairs without tethering . On the other hand, the freedom of Android users is larger and can use your device as a USB stick. Just connect and transfer files without compatibility issues. Nor is it necessary to install software on your computer. As for Apple lovers, not everything is perfect. Do not just connect the cable to your computer and transferring files go. They know well a program called iTunes. To transfer music and files from your computer to the gadget you are required to use such a program. The only way to escape this is through jailbreak , but this practice, you run the risk of putting your machine at risk.
Round 4: Customization
Android fans can not complain, personalization is a key item on this operating system. In addition to changing themes and colors, you can also add widgets to your home screen, making access to your applications even faster.
Some versions of Android have up to seven homescreens alternatives for you to fill with shortcuts, widgets , images and photos. Not to mention that the background is your choice, not a black screen. But Android has alternative interfaces for each brand, such as Motoblur, Motorola and Sense from HTC. Thus, not all versions are as free for customization. Before purchasing the phone, even knowing your operating system, move a little in their functions and make sure it offers everything you want.
If customization was one of the items most requested by users of iPhone OS, Steve Jobs listened to them. The new version promises to allow background in springboard, folders and shortcuts to your most used apps. More than that, in the current devices, only the alternative jaibreak , unfortunately.
Round 5: Exclusivity
Even if you’re not crazy about Apple products, can not deny the quality of their OSes, much less the beauty in the design of devices . The iPhone has a generous screen and look very beautiful.
For users of iPhone OS, there is no alternative: the unit has the same design since it was launched and changes will only come at launch June – second pictures leaked on the internet. In the U.S., the iPhone is only sold through carrier AT & T, and this has made many users migrate to Android for the freedom of choice of phone plan.
Android devices figure in many different brands, types, sizes and operators. The user has the freedom to choose the mobile operator to find better and more efficient to find. Furthermore, Androids is priced more affordable than the fans of the iPhone OS.
This freedom is extremely attractive, but it has its problems. Android is not the same on all devices and Google – even by its own model, Nexus One, manufactured by HTC – can not guarantee that the equipment will run the system at full quality.
In addition, the interface changes from brand to brand, and some Android owners have walked up complaining about limitations in the interface, as occurred with the Dell Mini 3. Another problem is the delay in updates of the operating system.
While outside the Google announces Android Froyo, several devices are still coming to Brazil with delayed versions, such as the Motorola Quench – newly released, but with Android 1.5. Updating the OS depends not only on Google, but also the manufacturers of the devices in conjunction with the mobile operators. This causes delay and causes many users to be stuck in OSes exceeded.
Final Round: user choice
Both operating systems have points positive and negative. The truth is that each one is more geared to one type of user. But now their opinion is. Who wins this fight: Apple with its iPhone OS or Android, Google?
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