4 reasons why I will never go from Android to iOS

I have been an Android user since the very first smartphone I bought, which was in 2010. But despite being a long -standing Android fan, I always know iphones and iOS very well. I have had a lot of practical experience with Apple products over the years, and I even have an iPad that has been offered to me and which is currently hidden in one of these drawers that I never open.

Apple iOS is an excellent operating system, and iPhones are undeniably capable phones. Anyway, you couldn’t pay me to change. Here are some reasons why.

Android feeds dozens of brands, creating a massive selection of devices. Whatever your requests for specifications, prices or unique features, you will almost certainly find a phone that suits your preferences. High performance playing phones and foldable wonders to budgetary powers and flagship products centered on the camera, the variety is amazing.

IOS is another story because it only works on iPhones. Each year, Apple publishes a handful of new devices, most of which share a similar design philosophy. Aside from the 16th more concerned about the budget – which is not for everyone – the choices are generally limited to the premium level. Although some can appreciate this simplicity, because it makes the purchase decision easier, I find it restrictive.

I love dynamic competition on the Android market. Manufacturers like Google, Samsung, OnePlus and many others are constantly trying to get back on the price, performance and innovation. This fierce rivalry benefits the consumer, leading to a dynamic and exciting market. After using LG, HTC, Google and Huawei phones over the years, I can appreciate how each has brought a unique identity to the table. In comparison, the Apple annual iPhone range often feels much more predictable.

A key difference between Android and iOS lies in the way they manage the app. Although IOS has introduced the application library, which automatically categorizes applications, it still does not correspond to the simplicity of a classic application drawer for me.

On Android, I can meticulously organize my house screens to be clean and minimalist, only containing my most frequently used applications. Everything else is carefully hidden in the application drawer, accessible with a single blow or a tap. I hate clutter and an application drawer allows me to keep my digital space stored and concentrated.

With iOS, while the Application Library helps, the default behavior is always to place each new application on a home screen. This forces me to move it manually or count on the automatic sorting of the application library. I prefer the simple approach to Android: my home screen is my organized space, and the application drawer is the full list. This is a simple distinction, but it fundamentally changes the way I interact with my phone for the best.

What really distinguishes Android for me is the depth of his personalization. The best example of this is the management of third -party launchers, which can completely modify the appearance, sensation and functionality of the operating system. It’s like getting a brand new phone without having to buy one.

I tried many default launchers, with Google’s pixel launcher and OnePlus oxygenos being personal favorites. However, for years, I have used Nova Launcher to add powerful features that my stock launcher was missed, such as personalized gestures, advanced file controls and support for the icon pack.

Since last year, I have been using Niagara Launcher. Its minimalist design based on the list is a radical difference in relation to the arrangement of the standard grid. It also has brilliant contextual features, as automatically suggests my musical applications as soon as I connect my headphones.

IOS has certainly improved its personalization with the reception screen widgets and the application of shortcuts, but these options pale compared to the transforming power of a dedicated Android launcher. On iOS, you are fundamentally stuck with Apple’s main user interface. On Android, your only limit is your imagination.

It may seem a minor point, but after more than a decade with Android, my habits are deeply rooted. I know the system inside and outside, and I can easily navigate in the various parameters and features, regardless of the manufacturer I use.

The transition to iOS would oblige me to unlearn years of muscular memory. I feel this frustration every time I use my iPad, which does not often happen. Simple actions require conscious thought. For example, Android has a universal back gesture – a simple sliding on the left or right screen – which works on almost all applications. On my iPad, I often have to hunt a “rear” button in the upper left corner in specific applications, which completely breaks my flow. It is a small difference, but it is one of the many that makes the use of iOS ineffective for me.

Beyond the main points, there are dozens of smaller features and the advantages of the quality of life that keep me on Android. Although ID face is excellent technology, I always prefer the option of a fingerprint scanner. It is faster in certain situations (like when my phone is on an desk) and feels more reliable for me.

Although the latest iPhones always have a display, the implementation on many Android devices offers much more personalization. I can choose different clock styles, see persistent notification icons and control exactly what appears, all with a minimum of battery emptying.

And as a person who largely uses Google’s ecosystem, integration on Android is transparent. Gemini is more deeply integrated, Google Photos works perfectly with my camera, and managing files with Google Drive feels more native.

For me, the choice comes down to a preference for variety, control and opening on rationalized but closed ecosystem offers.

And you? Would you ever consider going from Android to iOS? Let me know in the survey and share your reasons in the comments.