What Can Android Do that an iPad Can’t?

There has always been hype about the superiority of Apple devices over Android.  The praise of Apple has been justified with a quality product over the years, but Android is catching up and now surpasses Apple in some areas.

There are actions that Android can carry out that impossible for iPads.

Android’s Superior Features Compared to iPad

Expandable Storage

This is one of the most captivating features of an Android product. Its capacity to expand storage outside of the built-in memory is amazing. It is problematic t if your device storage gets full, and there is nothing you can do, other than to delete existing files. With an IOS you are stuck with whatever built-in memory it comes with. However, with an Android, you can use a microSD to boost the storage and keep downloading as many apps as you desire without deleting previously loaded data.

Select Default Apps

 

 

This feature can be found in your Android app setting. With the Android operating system, users can choose whichever default apps they want for browsing, calls and even messaging.

Different App Stores

While this might seem unimportant, the freedom to download applications from wherever you prefer is enjoyed only by Android users. If you can see something that sparks your interest outside of your play store, you are able to download it. For the IOS users, the only source of download is the Apple store. Some will argue this is safer because it provides a protected forum for the IOS user, but it does limit choice.

Enabling Guest account

Android provides its users with another degree of protection in case you need to share your device with someone else. The option to enable the guest account giving you the ability to hide your personal data from whoever is using your phone. This feature is not available with an iPad.

Personalization

Android is all about customization and freedom. Whatever way you want your Android device to look, you only have to change your various preferences. In contrast, you can only change the wallpaper on your IOS device. The fonts, apps arrangements remain the same. For Android users, changing fonts and app arrangements is always an option. You can change your themes at will and when you get tired of a particular look, you can try something else.

Record phone calls

This is another feature which is present on Android but missing on the iPad. The option to record phone calls with anybody is in the dial pad of any Android device. If you are using a stock Android, and you can’t seem to find this feature, then you can download third party apps from your play store. Apple store does not have any apps which will support this feature.

Pros & Cons of Using Android Devices

While Android is the most widespread mobile operating system in the world, with predictions of becoming the dominant OS in general, that doesn’t mean that it is superior to its counterparts in every way, especially when we consider the iOS.

Depending on your phone, your proficiency, and your needs, you may want to opt for a different operating system or learn how to make the most out of the Android version on your smartphone.

If you want to learn how to make your own apps, or to find out how most current Android apps work, you might want to take out Android Programming for Beginners that provides a nice, gentle learning curve for all that want to learn.