10 Things iPhones Can’t Do (But Androids Can)

While iPhones are celebrated for their sleek design, privacy, and long-term software support, Android phones come packed with features Apple users can only dream of. From customization to hardware flexibility, here are things iPhone can’t do — but Android phones can:

🔧 1. Full Customization of Home Screen & UI

Android allows users to:

Install custom launchers
Add live widgets of all shapes and sizes
Change icons, fonts, themes, and even the entire UI iPhones only recently allowed limited widget support, but Android has been doing it for over a decade.

🔌 2. USB-C Charging & Universal Port Access

Most Android phones use USB-C, meaning:

Faster data transfers
Use one charger for multiple devices (laptops, headphones, etc.)
Easier file access when connected to a PC
iPhones still use the Lightning cable, and file transfer is often more restrictive.

3. Real File Manager Access

Android gives full control over internal storage:

Move, rename, delete files freely
Install apps via APK files (outside of Play Store)
Use file-sharing apps like Xender, SHAREit, or FTP On iPhone, file management is tightly controlled and limited to app-level permissions.

🔄 4. Dual SIM or eSIM + Physical SIM Combo

Most Android phones offer:

Dual SIM slots
Or eSIM + physical SIM support
iPhones have joined the eSIM world but are still limited in many regions and models compared to Android flexibility.

📸 5. Advanced Camera Features & Manual Controls

Android phones often support:

Pro Mode for manual ISO, shutter speed, and white balance
External lenses and accessories
Astrophotography, macro, and high-zoom capabilities (100x on some devices) iPhones focus on simplicity but lack many of these granular settings.

💾 6. Expandable Storage

Many Android phones allow microSD card support for:

Storing more media or apps
Expanding storage up to 1TB affordably
No iPhone has ever offered expandable storage.

🔊 7. Headphone Jack (on some models)

While most brands are moving wireless, many Androids still:

Include a 3.5mm headphone jack
Offer high-res audio support
iPhones dropped the headphone jack in 2016.

💬 8. Default App Selection

With Android, you can:

Set your default browser, messaging app, music player, etc. iPhones only recently allowed limited changes like default email and browser, but Android still wins in flexibility.

🤖 9. More Choice in Devices & Price Range

Android powers phones from Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Tecno, and more, giving users:

Varied screen sizes, designs, cameras
Budget to premium options iPhone users get only a few models each year, all within a higher price range.

🌍 10. Split-Screen Multitasking

On Android:

Run two apps side by side (e.g., YouTube & WhatsApp) iPhones still don’t support true multitasking outside of iPads.

That Said;

iPhones are great for those who want a simple, seamless experience. But if you value freedom, variety, and advanced features, Android phones have the upper hand in many areas.

So before buying your next phone, ask yourself: