When it comes to discussing “which one is the better one?” there are only quite a few things that’ll come up to our minds in the first place. One of them is the rivalry between operating systems introduced by Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS.
Quite recently Apple introduced its iOS 13 and Google introduced its Android Q. This left all app development companies to decide which one of them is the better one in 2019. For instance, we, being an iOS app development company itself had the same scenario when iOS 12 and Android P was introduced.
So, it’s that time of the year where we need to make these two giants face each other and let’s just see what will happen. Who’ll win and who will be the one to taste dirt.
But, before jumping right onto that, it is quite necessary for us to know what features they offer. Here is what’ new in iOS 13 and Android Q –
Android Q Features
Foldable Phone Support
Multi-Resume Feature
Vulkan API For UI Rendering
Enhanced Treble Support
Dark Mode
Better Smart Locks
Native Screen Recording
Seamless Notification Access
Sharing Shortcuts
Android Q Features at a Glance
Honestly, Google announced so many features that it is nearly impossible for us to enlist and explain them altogether. So, we are just going to look at some of the crucial ones.
Support for Foldable Phones
With the introduction of foldable phones this year, there are a handful of OEMs that have taken the lead to explore the foldable smartphone market further. And with manufacturers taking the lead, Google had to do the same. The result; we’ve got a dedicated feature that can support foldable devices.
Multi-Resume Functionality
Android Q is reported to have an upgraded version of PiP mode and Split Screen. It is basically a feature that will allow users to work around all the split screens in an active mode. Which means the apps working in the background will no longer go on sleep mode.
Vulkan API
If you are not app developer, then you may have never heard of Vulkan API. Android Q is expected to use this API to deliver the amazing user experience.
Treble Support
Currently, Google is working on making Treble compatibility within Android Q. This would help users to use flash GSI on devices running on Android Q – it is something that would promise a lot faster system update.
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Dark Mode
This is one of the similarities that we’ll be seeing on both of these platforms. Dark mode makes the UI more attractive and on top of that it saves up battery consumption while keeping the whole experience very easy on the eyes.
Better Smart Locks
Until now smart locks were only limited to Pixel device users. But now with Q’s introduction, all Android devices will be having this feature. There are multiple situations where this feature comes in handy.
When the device is in physical contact with your body
When the smartphone is in a trusted location
When it is connected to a trusted Bluetooth device
When the device recognizes your face and voice
Screen Recorder
Android Q will be giving its users the ability to record their screens with which they would be able to capture what is happening on their device in a video format. Other than that, it’ll allow the user to use the voice-over functionality to speak while they capture.
Seamless Notification
All the Android users will be witnessing a change in the notifications department. As an update, the notifications won’t be fading away until you take action on them.
New Sharing Shortcuts
With Android Q you can share files easily without any hassle. The sharing shortcut feature would enable users to switch to another application for sharing media, otherwise, we had to perform multiple steps just to share a file.
So, these were some of the most crucial elements of Android Q which you’ll find somewhat of a breakthrough for what we are using today. However, you need to know for the fact that these are only those features which we found quite amazing and they can vary, which totally depends upon the user.
iOS 13 Features
System-Wide Dark Mode
Revamped Photos App
Sign In With Apple Option
Location Data Limits
Look Around View In Maps
New Reminders App
New Siri Voice
iOS 13 Features at a Glance
System-wide Dark Mode
Optimization has always been Apple’s top priority, and this time as well they did the same thing. With iOS 13 all the hues will be changed from white and light grey to dark grey and black on the supported applications. This feature would be great for those wish to use their devices in the night.
Improved Photos App
With an improved interface and performance of Apple’s photos app, we’ll be witnessing a fresh new war in this iOS versus Android debate. From now onwards, you’ll be able to curate your complete photo library while showcasing highlights of your time. Moreover, the built-in photo editing tool has also been made a lot easier with new functionalities.
Sign In with Apple option
In iOS 13 you’ll be getting an all-new sign in with Apple feature that’ll give you a data safe way for signing into websites and applications. Your Apple ID will be used to authenticate the account through Face or Touch ID.
Other than that, Apple is also known to be working on single-use random email ids so that you don’t have to share your addresses with an app again.
Location Data Limits
New controls are being introduced in the iOS market for limiting the data which are shared with applications. It is basically a way to keep a user’s privacy confidential at all times. Now, you just have to give access to those apps which require your location for once only.
Revamped Apple Maps
The iOS 13 maps app will be having bigger road coverage, very detailed landcover, and precise addresses. Along with that, you will also get a street-level image of the city with a collection feature that would allow you to share places and restaurants with friends.
New Reminders App
There will be a new and improved reminders app with new intelligent features that’ll make this app reliable and more useful. The app will make it a lot easier to keep the track of reminders along with giving the users some new tools for adding dates, time, flags, locations, and so many other things.
New Siri Updates
In iOS 13, you’ll be hearing a completely new voice which apparently sounds more natural than before. Along with that, a new “suggested automation feature” which will suggest you personalized shortcuts which you’d like to create. Other than that, Siri will now support Live Radio with access to radio.com, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn.
On What Grounds, Which One Is The Better One?
Now let’s run somewhat of analysis to see who wins the debate of this year.
Privacy Focus
Rather than just relying on user’s data, Apple’s focus has remained on apps, services, and hardware. So, no matter how much Google promises that Android Q will give users greater control on what gets shared; it is hard to digest as they have to rely on user’s data to make things work out better.
Winner: iOS 13
Dark Mode
We all know for the fact that dark mode was first introduced in Android P and Google wants to pass around the functionality evenly across the whole OS. However, Apple on the other hand first introduced a dark theme on MacOS Mojave back in 2018 and this time they have launched it on iOS 13.
Winner: iOS 13
Voice Assistants
It is a fact that Google Assistant is hands down the best voice assistant in the market right now. We are not downgrading Siri, but we all know that Siri is not even half as good in identifying voices and commands. All this adds to the fact, Google works perfectly when it comes down to taking actions according to the command.
Winner: Android Q
Capturing and Sharing Photos
Google photos for Android, is the only thing that you want. The app is a mixture of great editing tools, effortless photo sharing and convenient backup. While on the other hand, with iOS 13’s photo app, you are getting greater range of editing tools, yet it is lagging behind in the aspects of sharing and storage.
Winner: Android Q
So here we are that’s it from our side in this decision, now it’s your turn to do some research and hopefully, you’ll find which one is the better one: iOS 13 or Android Q.
Final Thoughts
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