Answers to 3en's Questions:
What if i need a phone that syncs and backs up with itunes?
the only reason you feel you need iTunes it's because its mandatory for you.
What if i need a phone thats easy to use?
How difficult do you think other phones are to use?
What if I need better battery life?
Heard of optimisation?
What if I need the biggest selection of best written Apps with the best experience?
Fair enough you have the biggest selection, but android is catching up, fast.
What if I need a music player thats not useless?
Useless meaning not usable at all or does not function. which players do you have in mind? because ive not ehard of any issues with android's default player. if that is the case, then it is possible to download a third party media player.
What if I want to buy music directly on my phone from itunes?
There are always alternative options, not a sole way of doing things. With Android you can buy it from Amazon MP3, or the web, or simply stream it for free; maybe even get an app that downloads mp3s.
What if i want the best gaming phone?
With or without flash? I think you'll find Android has many decent titles and they are much improved compared to a year ago.
What if I want the most accurate multi touch screen?
See Galaxy S.
What if I want to be sure I will get the next firmware update instead of having to replace my phone to get software features every 6 months?
When does Apple give their consumers the next iOS update? when the new phone is out and the formerly flagship phone which becomes the predecessor does not run the new OS as smoothly, since the device is not optimised for the newer version of iOS, similar to how the 3GS runs iOS4, not smooth at all as ive been told. Okay, due to the wide range of android phones on the market, there will be a difference in the updates provided to those handsets. Features can still be added in the form of apps, even better (as a bonus for thsoe who know how to) are rooted devices and those running custom ROMs.
If people want a customizable experience with porn and emulators and widgets, then they are able to jailbreak their device. The only reason people I know jailbreak their iphone or iPod touch is to download free Apps.
Android Market has a wider range of free apps than the App market (in % ratio). Also, it is possible to get paid apps for free using simple commands.
iPhone is better for developers if your intent is to develop commercial (i.e. you get paid) software. Android is a scary place because of all the hardware variation (increases testing load, reduces reliable common spec) and the OS variation. Not only that but piracy is a huge issue for Android and is a less attractive option for developers.
The android market is still controlled you know, contrary to what you hear about it being an open marketplace. its just that they dont restrict their store like the app store. feedback is given to developers and they usually fix known bugs vrey quickly indeed. so thats not a major issue. android market becoming more popular, one can presume that it is becoming even better for commercial purposes.
See you see it as "Closed" I see it as Safe. I like that there is someone (Apple) that reviews Apps and makes sure the App actually does what it says and performs 100% and is free from virus's and malware. Its quality control, something Android does not have.
I believe there was a malicious app in the market which has been removed by google and they also have the ability to remotely remove apps from devices for security reasons. afterall, it is all based on the consumers judgement as is the case when they judge whether paying £7.99 for a full app without ads is a safer bet than getting the free version with ads and slightly less functionality - i.e. based on ratings and consumer feedback, users can judge for themselves whether the app is safe or not. upon downloading it tells you what the app has access to..
Android is for tinkerers, nerdy PC type of people eg Masta. :amuse:
Subjectivity at its best; Humour at its worst. Hats off to Masta, this guy knows what he talks about, and so his views are more credible when needing an opinion on a product. Its good to know some people take more than one view into account (let's refer back to people who dont, did you imply that other mobile media players are useless and iTunes is flawless?)
Android is a lot more commercial now than it was 2 years ago. You say it is for nerdy people because those who know what they are doing can bring about more functionality with their device. But it is becoming a whole lot more popular amongst everyday people and more fashionable with the range of colours, form factors (i.e. x10, x10 mini, x10 mini pro) etc.
iPhone 4 is almost as "Magical" as my iPad.
Did Steve tell you that?
