Appendix A: Migrate from Android

Considering the switch from Android to an iPhone? Or maybe you switched recently and aren’t yet comfortable in Apple land? In this chapter, I compare the two platforms, offer tips for switching, and highlight some of the functional differences between the two so you can switch as painlessly as possible.

Compare Android and iPhone

Before migrating, it’s good to understand the differences between Android and iPhone. They grow closer and closer in features and flexibility every year, but there are still important differences.

In summary: Android is wilder and more chaotic. An iPhone is more locked-down, simpler, and more straightforward. Both platforms have their pros and cons and the choice is a matter of personal ...

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