Android vs iOS # 1

What are the two main philosophies behind iOS and Android?

• Stability and simplicity vs. openness and customization

• Speed and efficiency vs. security and privacy

• Design and aesthetics vs. functionality and features

• Cost-effectiveness vs. premium pricing

What were the two options Steve Jobs considered for the iPhone?

• Using Symbian or developing a new OS

• Scaling down the Mac or enlarging the iPod

• Creating a new OS or using Windows Mobile

• Partnering with Google or developing in-house

What was the original purpose of Android before it became a smartphone OS?

• Laptop software

• Smartwatch software

• Tablet software

• Digital camera software

Which company acquired Android in 2005?

• Google

• Samsung

• Apple

• Microsoft

What was the first commercially available smartphone running Android?

• HTC Dream

• LG Prada

• Google Pixel

• Samsung Galaxy

What was a major issue with early Android devices compared to the iPhone?

• Poor battery life

• Limited apps

• High cost

• Laggy performance

By the end of 2014, how did the touch response time of high-end Android phones compare to the iPhone?

• Android phones were more responsive

• iPhones were still more responsive

• Both were equally responsive

• Android phones were less responsive

What feature was NOT available on early iPhones?

• Touchscreen

• Video camera

• Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi

Which feature is mentioned as being borrowed from Android by iOS?

• Notification center

• Face recognition

• Wireless charging

• Augmented reality

What will the next episode of the series focus on?

• A comparison of different smartphone brands

• The future of mobile technology

• The history of smartphones

• App environment, user base, pros and cons, issues, and features of both Android and iOS