Tables are turning in the mobile space as Google's Android
Operating System (OS) is taking the US and global markets by storm.
According to Neilsen consumers are twice as likely to choose the Android
OS over Apple's iOS. The three leading OS are Android, Apple's iOS and
Blackberry's RIM.
The overall US smartphone market share is as follows:
· 37% Android
· 27% iPhone
· 22% Blackberry
That's not to say that Blackberry isn't a good choice. Amongst the corporate sector RIM is still the phone of choice. This is largely due to the robust, compact and practical design of Blackberry phones. The best feature of the Blackberry is the physical QWERTY keyboard. This popular keyboard, particularly on the Bold and Curve, makes text messaging and emailing quick and easy due to the well-designed layout out. Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES) is the most trusted platform amongst businesses' to synchronize work email, calendar appointments, and contact information. Blackberry Messenger (BBM) is a popular social communication app that allows you to send text, pictures, and video/ sound clips via BBM's instant messaging system. This feature has made Blackberry a popular phone among younger generations.
For those of you that relish staying up to date with the latest technology Android is the phone for you. Due to the open source nature of the Android operating system and Google's impressive architecture behind Android, the platform has grown quickly to be the most popular mobile operating system. With more than forty Android phones for you to choose from in the US, produced by a wide variety of manufactures such as HTC, Samsung, Google, Nexus, LG, Motorola, etc., there is likely to be a phone that fits your needs and taste.
The open source design has resulted in a secure Android platform. This is due to the thousands of programmer's eyes checking and rechecking the code while they create new features to enhance the platform. Android's emphasis on creativity enables developers quickly develop new and interesting apps. The Android regulates the platform to a minimal extent to ensure it is stable and secure. For the real tech savvy you have the option to 'custom ROM' you system, enabling you to download new software versions and customize your Android phone exactly to your liking. There are around 100,000 apps available in the Android App Market. This might seems limited in comparison to Apple's 300,000 apps.
However, the reality is that both app markets have long since reached their critical mass. Meaning there is an app for almost anything you can think of in both markets. When it comes to browsing the web, no one does it better than Android. Android phones have the largest display screens and are the only phones to run on 4G. 4G connectivity is the quickest mobile network for browsing the Internet. The next operating system expected to run on 4G is Blackberry's RIM operating system with the Bold 9900 (expected to launch at the end of Summer).
Both Android and Blackberry phones are very reasonably priced if you buy your phone on a two contract. The high-end Android phones are more expensive than the Blackberry phones. Blackberry and Android have entry level phones available on two-year contracts from the major mobile providers for no initial cost.
The long and short of it is - if you want a phone with excellent multimedia capabilities (browsing the web, downloading apps, music, etc) then go for the Android. There is a wide range of devices to choose from, so most likely you will find a phone that fits your taste and price range. If a practical, robust and secure phone, with an excellent physical keyboard, appeals to you, then consider a Blackberry phone.
The overall US smartphone market share is as follows:
· 37% Android
· 27% iPhone
· 22% Blackberry
That's not to say that Blackberry isn't a good choice. Amongst the corporate sector RIM is still the phone of choice. This is largely due to the robust, compact and practical design of Blackberry phones. The best feature of the Blackberry is the physical QWERTY keyboard. This popular keyboard, particularly on the Bold and Curve, makes text messaging and emailing quick and easy due to the well-designed layout out. Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES) is the most trusted platform amongst businesses' to synchronize work email, calendar appointments, and contact information. Blackberry Messenger (BBM) is a popular social communication app that allows you to send text, pictures, and video/ sound clips via BBM's instant messaging system. This feature has made Blackberry a popular phone among younger generations.
For those of you that relish staying up to date with the latest technology Android is the phone for you. Due to the open source nature of the Android operating system and Google's impressive architecture behind Android, the platform has grown quickly to be the most popular mobile operating system. With more than forty Android phones for you to choose from in the US, produced by a wide variety of manufactures such as HTC, Samsung, Google, Nexus, LG, Motorola, etc., there is likely to be a phone that fits your needs and taste.
The open source design has resulted in a secure Android platform. This is due to the thousands of programmer's eyes checking and rechecking the code while they create new features to enhance the platform. Android's emphasis on creativity enables developers quickly develop new and interesting apps. The Android regulates the platform to a minimal extent to ensure it is stable and secure. For the real tech savvy you have the option to 'custom ROM' you system, enabling you to download new software versions and customize your Android phone exactly to your liking. There are around 100,000 apps available in the Android App Market. This might seems limited in comparison to Apple's 300,000 apps.
However, the reality is that both app markets have long since reached their critical mass. Meaning there is an app for almost anything you can think of in both markets. When it comes to browsing the web, no one does it better than Android. Android phones have the largest display screens and are the only phones to run on 4G. 4G connectivity is the quickest mobile network for browsing the Internet. The next operating system expected to run on 4G is Blackberry's RIM operating system with the Bold 9900 (expected to launch at the end of Summer).
Both Android and Blackberry phones are very reasonably priced if you buy your phone on a two contract. The high-end Android phones are more expensive than the Blackberry phones. Blackberry and Android have entry level phones available on two-year contracts from the major mobile providers for no initial cost.
The long and short of it is - if you want a phone with excellent multimedia capabilities (browsing the web, downloading apps, music, etc) then go for the Android. There is a wide range of devices to choose from, so most likely you will find a phone that fits your taste and price range. If a practical, robust and secure phone, with an excellent physical keyboard, appeals to you, then consider a Blackberry phone.
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PS. Don't forget that it's always cheaper for you to get your Blackberry or Android phone online than going directly to your local Verizon, Sprint or T-Mobile store. Click on the link below to view a quick video explaining how you too can benefit.
http://www.cellphonedoc.com
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