Practical switching help
Switching between iPhone and Android?
Practical answers for choosing, moving, and getting comfortable after the switch.
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Android → iPhone
Learn what changes in multitasking, keyboards, files, notifications, and daily use.
Switching to AndroidiPhone → Android
Check Apple Watch compatibility, app purchases, subscriptions, and ecosystem tradeoffs.
Compare before switchingStill Deciding?
Compare the trade-offs in both directions before you decide whether to switch.
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What will I lose?
A short checklist of features and purchases that may not carry over cleanly. Check the details before you switch.
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Start with these questions
Start with a common question, then check the steps and limits for your device.
Can an iPhone show two apps side by side?
It depends on the iPhone. iPhone Duo supports Split View on its inner display, so two apps can run side by side; Apple also documents app pairs and,…
Can I add a permanent number row to the iPhone keyboard?
Apple's built-in iPhone keyboard does not provide a documented switch for an always-visible number row. You can open the number and symbol layout whe…
Does Gboard work the same on iPhone as on Android?
Gboard is available on iPhone, but do not expect every Android behavior to be identical. Google documents iOS-specific setup and features such as gli…
How can I make iPhone autocorrect less frustrating?
Start with the keyboard settings rather than replacing your phone. You can turn Auto-Correction and predictive text on or off, manage text replacemen…
How do I move the cursor precisely on iPhone?
Touch and hold the Space bar until the keyboard becomes a trackpad, then slide your finger to move the insertion point. You can also touch and hold t…
Can I turn off only one type of notification from an iPhone app?
Sometimes. iPhone lets you control where an app's alerts appear and whether it plays sounds or shows badges. Separately switching off specific catego…