Do you agree with foreign media’s list of the top ten reasons why you should buy an iPhone this year?

[Gearbest Technology]The iPhone 15 series is regarded as the most outstanding iPhone product on the current market, and will naturally become the first choice for consumers when purchasing new iPhone series in 2024. However, the iPhone 15 family is not the only option for consumers in Apple’s product lineup. In fact, Apple’s official website and other retail channels are still selling products of different generations such as iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series, and even iPhone SE.

Nowadays, it is becoming more and more convenient to buy an ideal iPhone, but why choose iPhone among many mobile phone brands (especially when Android phones also perform well)? Here are a few of the main reasons why we think you should seriously consider an iPhone.

iMessage

An important reason to buy an iPhone is its unique instant messaging service iMessage. Although the “blue-green bubble” surrounding this service has caused widespread discussion, it remains one of the most attractive features of the iPhone. iMessage is an instant messaging tool created by Apple specifically for its devices (such as iPhone). It allows users to exchange text, pictures, audio and other types of messages with other iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch users through Wi-Fi or cellular networks. information.

Users with more than one Apple device can seamlessly send and receive iMessages between these devices by logging in with the same Apple ID. With the iCloud synchronization function, users can continue previous chats on any device. Although iMessage is an integral part of Apple's closed ecosystem, it also supports sending SMS and MMS messages (shown as green bubbles) to Android users and can be used on non-Apple devices through SMS forwarding.

In the future, the functions of iMessage will be significantly improved. After years of discussion and anticipation, Apple is expected to incorporate RCS (Rich Communication Services) support into iMessage later this year, perhaps starting with iOS 18. This will mean that the communication between iPhone and Android users will add more iMessage features, such as high-definition picture and video transmission, read receipts, and typing status prompts. For those who already use iMessage extensively in their circle of friends and family, or who want to experience this service in depth, iPhone is undoubtedly the best choice.

AirDrop

For iPhone users, there is a high probability that they will also own an iPad or Mac device. At this time, using Apple's exclusive AirDrop function to transfer files across devices is an extremely practical function. AirDrop, a wireless temporary file sharing service that has been around for ten years since the release of iOS 7 and Mac OS X Lion, allows users to quickly and easily exchange files between nearby iOS and Mac devices.

In iOS 17, Apple has made several important improvements to AirDrop to enhance its practicality and ease of use. Among them, the proximity sharing function simplifies the process for users to transfer photos or files between two unlocked iPhones. Even if the devices are briefly separated, larger files can be successfully transferred through the Internet connection, and there is no need to physically hold them in the early stage of the transfer. touch. In addition, the new NameDrop function makes it easier to share personal contact information, just bring two iPhones close to each other.

As an old user of AirDrop, I have deeply experienced the convenience it brings over the past ten years. Whether you're quickly transferring captured photos to your Mac for editing work, or sharing photos and videos with friends and family, AirDrop gets the job done at breakneck speed. Whenever I have to rely on Google Photos or other methods to transfer files on non-Apple devices, I can't help but miss the seamless experience AirDrop brings. Its convenience and efficiency are truly amazing.

Apple Watch

Apple Watch has taken a leading position in the market with its excellent functions and design, making it one of the best-selling smartwatch brands. Its excellent health monitoring functions include continuous heart rate detection, ECG monitoring, blood oxygen saturation measurement, menstrual cycle temperature recording, sleep quality analysis and comprehensive sports and fitness tracking functions, providing users with detailed and reliable health management solutions.

At the same time, Apple Watch is not only a powerful health management tool, but also an all-round smart wearable device. It is equipped with a bright display and is compatible with many third-party applications. It can provide timely push notifications, provide emergency SOS function, set alarm clocks, answer calls and many other practical functions. This series of smart watches has a variety of styles and sizes for consumers to choose from, such as Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch SE 2, etc., and also supports personalized matching with many accessories to meet the unique needs and styles of different users. .

It should be noted that the prerequisite for using Apple Watch is to have an iPhone for initialization. In other words, although the Apple Watch is hailed as the leader in smartwatches, it relies on the iPhone to achieve its full functionality, which is also an important consideration in deciding whether to choose this smartwatch.

App Store

Although Apple's App Store and Google Play Store both have a large number of applications, the iOS platform often shows a superior side in terms of quality assurance and support for applications. In my experience in app reviews (especially before joining Digital Trends), I often encountered many brand-new apps entering the iOS market first, with no immediate plans to launch an Android version. There are many apps that I rely on every day, some of which are not yet available on non-Apple devices.

In addition, during my own use of Android phones, in order to conduct comprehensive testing, I installed many essential and popular applications. During this process, I observed an obvious phenomenon: when the same application is run on the iOS system, its overall smoothness and user experience are often better than the Android version. New features are often launched on iOS as the first platform and then expanded to Android.

To sum up, if you pay attention to the user experience of mobile applications, the iOS platform can usually provide a better environment. As long as your iPhone is still within the service period supported by Apple and application developers, you may enjoy a VIP-like application experience.

iOS updates

Although some Android phone manufacturers have gradually extended their software update cycles in recent years, such as Samsung and Google now offering up to seven years of Android system update commitments, Apple products have always been praised for their long service life. Including iPhone series.

Under normal circumstances, an iPhone device can expect to receive at least five years of iOS system upgrade support. Taking the current iOS 17 version as an example, its scope of application covers multiple generations of iPhone products since the release of iPhone XR in 2018.

Although Apple does not explicitly provide similar years of guarantees like Samsung and Google, its actual performance in software updates and maintenance is extremely stable and reliable. Considering that most users choose to upgrade their mobile devices every two to four years, the iPhone is usually replaced by users' own upgrades before it becomes “obsolete”. This also confirms the iPhone’s excellent performance in life cycle management and software support.

Privacy and security

Although the recent regulations introduced by the European Union have forced some loosening of Apple's closed ecosystem, the security of the iPhone is still more prominent than that of Android devices. Apple's App Store is well-known for its strict review system for applications. Although it sometimes appears to be quite harsh, for users in non-EU regions, the App Store is still the only official channel for iPhone users to obtain applications. This single source increases users' trust in the apps they download to some extent, because each app must go through Apple's strict approval process before being put on the shelves.

It is true that the iOS operating system is not absolutely immune to security risks and vulnerabilities, but its closed ecosystem effectively reduces the frequency of security threats, which has certain advantages over the open Android system. Apple can push security patches to users more quickly and uniformly because it controls the environment without having to worry about the differences among its many hardware partners.

Apple takes privacy and data encryption very seriously. For example, biometric data collected by Touch ID and Face ID are encrypted and stored locally on the device and isolated in a secure area created by Apple. In addition, health data in the “Health” app is also protected by encryption. Even when data sharing is turned on, Apple cannot access this information, ensuring a high degree of security for user privacy.

Apple TV+ 和 Apple Music

In addition to its popular hardware products, Apple has also shown outstanding performance in the service field with products such as Apple TV+ and Apple Music. Although Spotify has a huge user base in the music streaming service market, Apple Music's competitive strength cannot be underestimated. I have been a loyal user of Apple Music since its launch in 2015, and my love for it deepened even more when I included it in the Apple One bundle. Compared with Spotify, Apple Music is better in terms of overall integration with the iOS system. At the same time, the sound quality it provides is often considered to be better than Spotify.

The Apple TV app is an ideal tool for centralized management of all kinds of film and television content. Users can not only enjoy exclusive Apple TV+ series and movies, but also integrate content from other streaming media platforms through the app to purchase or rent programs. , and watch live sports events, etc. In addition, Apple has also launched a series of value-added services such as Apple News+, Apple Arcade game subscription service, and Apple Fitness+ fitness service. In recent years, the scale of Apple's service business has expanded significantly. If you rely on any of these services, then iPhone is undoubtedly the ideal entrance to fully access these services.

iCloud

In my personal digital life, Apple's iCloud service is undoubtedly one of my favorites when using iPhone. I included it as part of my Apple One subscription, having previously subscribed to it separately for extra storage, and it works like a charm behind the scenes.

With iCloud, I can store the important data in my life almost everywhere. For example, I back up my 1TB iPhone 15 Pro through iCloud, so that every time I upgrade the device, I can easily restore all the data in just a few simple steps. In addition, I also take full advantage of the iCloud Drive feature to ensure that I have seamless access to my files across all Apple devices; and iCloud Photo Library ensures that all of my precious photos and videos are synchronized in real time. As long as an app supports the iCloud option, I won't hesitate to use it instead of relying on other sync solutions.

Although Apple currently only provides users with 5GB of iCloud storage space for free, which does seem to be insufficient today in 2024 and will cause some dissatisfaction, I can tell you with certainty that iCloud’s paid service is absolutely worth it. Value, especially if you own multiple Apple devices. Nowadays, when it comes to Apple devices, you often hear the comment “it just works smoothly”, and for iCloud, this sentence is particularly appropriate.

iPhone accessories

When considering the richness and diversity of mobile phone peripheral accessories, iPhone is undoubtedly the best choice. This may not come as a surprise. Go to major e-commerce platforms or offline retail stores, and you will see a wide variety of protective cases for iPhone on the market. Even on the Internet, iPhone-specific case options have an overwhelming advantage over Android phones, covering everything from trendy and fashionable styles to sturdy protective models, to simple basic models and thin and light designs. It can be said that the iPhone has an extremely wide range of choices. .

Comparing smartphones from other brands such as Samsung Galaxy S24, Google Pixel 8 or OnePlus 12, you will find that the options in the accessory market are much narrower. It’s not that these phones don’t have corresponding protective cases available, it’s just that compared to the iPhone, the product categories and number of options pale in comparison.

Take OtterBox as an example. Some of the creative and festive protective cases launched by this brand are limited to the iPhone 13, iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series. Samsung Galaxy S24 users are not eligible for such products. Similarly, Casetify is good at cooperating with well-known brands such as Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, animation, Internet celebrities and artists to create many unique mobile phone case brands, although the Pixel or Galaxy series occasionally appear in its product library styles, but most of the designs are mainly targeted at iPhone users.

Apple customer service

In the process of using electronic equipment, it is inevitable to encounter malfunctions, which will undoubtedly make people feel more troubled. Fortunately, Apple has a long-standing reputation for customer service, and the support it provides is often better than other brands.

Every iPhone comes with a one-year hardware warranty and three months of free technical support when purchased. To further extend the warranty coverage and get more protection, users can choose to purchase the AppleCare+ service plan, which can also add anti-theft and loss insurance for an additional fee. The pricing of AppleCare+ varies depending on the iPhone model. For example, the starting price for iPhone SE is $79 per month, while the starting price for iPhone Pro Max is $15 per month.

If there is a problem that needs to be solved, users can choose to call the Apple customer service hotline for help, or make an appointment for Genius Bar service and visit an Apple Store to receive face-to-face technical support. Users with the AppleCare+ service plan only need to pay lower repair fees when they encounter accidental damage. For example, the repair fee for screen or back glass damage is as low as $29, and other accidental damage is as low as $99. For theft or loss, the repair fee is as low as $29. In this case, the compensation fee is as low as $149.

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