{"id":31519,"date":"2017-05-03T07:52:53","date_gmt":"2017-05-03T07:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/tech\/feeling-stuck-with-androidhere-are-some-worthy-alternatives\/"},"modified":"2017-05-03T07:52:53","modified_gmt":"2017-05-03T07:52:53","slug":"feeling-stuck-with-androidhere-are-some-worthy-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/tech\/feeling-stuck-with-androidhere-are-some-worthy-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Feeling stuck with Android?Here are some worthy alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If the IDC\u2019s report is something to go by, Android<\/strong> <\/em>OS is an undisputed leader in the global mobile industry with market share of about 83 percent. The report places Apple\u2019s iOSas its closest competitor, which is the preference of about 14 percent mobile users. However, if you have trouble negotiating iOS\u2019sinsistent autocorrect or are at the receiving end of Android\u2019s vulnerability to malware and viruses, then searching for a worthy alternative makes sense. Go on reading, as this write-up may help your cause.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Tizen OS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Image Source : SlideshareCdn.Com<\/p>\n

Tizen OS is an outcome of a combined endeavor and technical knowhow of two tech giants – Samsung and Intel. Apparently, the operating system is drawing attention of mobile phone users globally. Tizen resembles Google\u2019s Android in terms of look, feel and operational efficiency. Much like Android, it is also an open-sourcemobile platform based on Linux. However, Tizen scores over Android in adaptability.<\/p>\n

Google services are the sole resource for Android\u2019s many a functions. Contrarily, Tizen is capable of catering to non-Google services with few modifications. Since Google services are not easily accessible in China and the Far East, Tizen can be an ideal choice.<\/p>\n

Windows 10 Mobile<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Image Source : NeuroGadget.Net<\/p>\n

Unleashed in 2010, Windows Phone 7 had a promising start thanks to its Metro UI and an array of instinctive features. However, the hype soon died up due to lack of apps and their inability to perform on the platform. Despites the maker \u2013 Microsoft\u2019s improvement efforts, the operating system did not fare well.<\/p>\n

Recently, the tech giant launched its Windows 10 Mobile platform, which is gaining ground consistently. An improved version of Windows Phone 7, Windows 10 Mobile platform comes equipped with an array of creative features that may rival Android or iOS. One unique feature is Continuum that enables the user to transform his device into a PC without much effort or time.<\/p>

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Ubuntu<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Image Source : AndroidCentral.Com<\/p>\n

Ubuntu is Canonical\u2019s flagship offering. The open source operating system has been in use in PCs for a pretty long time now. Recently, Canonical has made available Ubuntu for mobile as a developer preview. Ubuntu for mobile complies with the developer\u2019s aim to deliver an innovative touch version OS. Accordingly, the operating system depends on gesticulations and screen to its fullest.<\/p>\n

In Ubuntu for mobile, the \u2018lock screen\u2019 has been replaced by a \u2018welcome screen\u2019 that allows for a better personalization. The creative welcome screen keeps you informed about your phone\u2019s status at all times.<\/p>\n

MIUI<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Image Source : Cdn.Ndtv.Com<\/p>\n

Xiaomi has had a meteoric rise thanks to its cost effective cell phones and the feature rich operating system – MIUI. The coveted operating system resembles iOS in looks and Android in flexibility. MIUI\u2019s customizability and abundance of features and themes further make it a worthy alternative.<\/p>\n

You need not buy a Xiaomi device to have access to MIUI, as several devices feature it as a custom ROM. However, the operating system has its share of issues. It is ailed by sluggish updates and disparity to the stock interfaceof Android.<\/p>\n

Sailfish OS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Image Source : \u00a0Vegard.Net<\/p>\n

The relatively lesser-known Sailfish operating system also finds a mention in our list of Android\u2019s alternatives for reasons not too far to seek. The OS is a premium offering of Jolla, a China based Smartphone manufacturer with growing eminence.<\/p>\n

The OS features a unique user interface that relies on gestures instead of buttons. Sailfish can support almost all Android apps, which makes it standout. However, the operating system fall short when it comes to diversity in features and inability to run apps based on non-Android platforms.<\/p>\n

Android is ruling the roost in the global mobile operating systems marketplace. However, the need for worth alternatives is being felt that can plug-in loopholes present in the Android.<\/p>\n

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