Everyone has their preferences, I would love to hear why you guys prefer using Android!

  • salimundo@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    This is probably specific to the Pixel phones, not sure how much if any is relevant to other manufacturers.

    1. Call screening and spam filtering is amazing. Having the phone automatically screen unknown callers means I haven’t had to deal with a spam caller in years. And valid callers don’t seem to have any problems understanding whats happening anymore. I used to get several who confused it for a voice mail when it first came out, but now it seems they understand how to leave a screening message and wait for me to pick up.

    2. The phone tree and hold for me when calling businesses. Being able to read the options and click the text makes it so much easier to get through the options without having to really pay attention, then having it hold for me until a person answers lets me do other things instead of having to keep listening.

    3. Song identification on the lock screen. Whether I’m out at a bar or restaurant or at home watching a TV show and a song I like but don’t know starts playing, being able to see exactly what it is without even touching my phone is so convenient. I’ve found so many cool new bands I never would have without this feature. Its also amazing how it can often identify covers made specifically for TV shows right when they first air.

    4. Amazing camera and cool features like photo sphere and the new magic eraser. The camera might not be as head and shoulders above Samsung and Apple as it was in the past but it’s still always amazing how well it does in different conditions.

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    1 year ago

    I like the variety of hardware available, and the customization available in the software, especially with third party launchers.

  • Delusion6903@discuss.online
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    1 year ago

    Browser choice. Actually browser ENGINE choice. And the ability to set my own default apps, including the launcher.

    F-droid. Side loading.

  • LilDestructiveSheep@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    Well. Long term apple user. I had everything. MacBook, Apple TV, iPhone, Apple Watch. But somewhen I crossed roads too much with the walled garden.

    I compared a lot of Android driven brands and how everything works. The final nail was actually usability. I have been more flexible with Android and Windows than Apple and Windows.

    Of course the experience is smooth with Apple. But imo Android and iOS devices have their benefits and for me thats Android - Also because I can easily switch brands and stuff.

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    1 year ago

    In no particular order

    • File management works like a charm
    • USB-C and fast charging
    • Customizations
    • Custom ROMs
    • Privacy (getting a Pixel soon for GrapheneOS)
    • Easier to repair
    • More efficient (takes less steps to do stuff)
    • Looks better
    • Sideloading
    • More choices for phones
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      1 year ago

      Sideloading is the big one. I was considering an iPad before getting Xiaomi tablet (even though it costs roughly the same), but sideloading is game changer.

      • YouTube Vanced
      • Emulators
      • Stremio and torrents
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      1 year ago

      I will agree it’s limiting, but it isn’t anywhere close to confusing. The one thing I will say is that some app settings are tucked away in the iOS settings app, which I would prefer them to be in the actual app.

      Beyond that, I don’t find it confusing at all.

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    1 year ago

    other linux phones are not really viable. I dont like supporting apple and even if I didnt care about that, their iOS is far too restrictive.

    also Tachiyomi