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

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[–] jacktherippah@lemmy.world 44 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

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
[–] Purrington@beehaw.org 23 points 1 year ago* (last edited 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
[–] MinnieMint@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Along the lines of sideloading: proper adblock

I was reminded ads exist after I bought an iPad for school (sadly the notetaking experience is truly unrivaled). Adblock only works on Safari and whether it'll work properly is another roll of the dice.

[–] jacktherippah@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

I have an iPad too. Try NextDNS. I have it set up on my iPad. I think it works but I only use it as a glorified notebook so I'm not sure