My FIRST iPhone - Why I'm switching to iPhone 16 from Android

[@roguephoenix]

for most people iphone is the best because they don't need to worry about anything. anyone who wants control over how they use their phones however will be in for a lot of frustration. iphone is like riding on a train. you don't have to worry about much because it's on a track. android is like driving, where you have freedom where to go and how you get there.

[@AventurasViajesDrones]

I chose to keep my Android phone, Windows computer, and plan to add an iPad soon. For video production, I'll be using a DJI Drone and a GoPro Hero 11 (or possibly a DJI Osmo Action 5). I don't use my phone for filming. Best wishes on your new Apple setup!

[@Richard-hl2nw]

Excellent video - collected my iPhone 16 pro today and I am really looking forward to following your journey with them. For me I have always been conflicted over the quest for quality over weight - but the attraction of really low cost airline travel with just a personal bag in Europe has been the deciding factor. For me so far the three key elements are an action camera , iPhone and merino wool for clothing!

[@selw0nk]

iOS 18 now has RCS on the iPhone which fixes the Android problems with high quality images and videos now.

[@levipb1403]

The fact that they don’t know that shows clearly how they don’t know enough about today’s technology and are just basic people like most people in the US who just get an iPhone cause everyone else does

[@coffee.muggle]

I use iMac, Mac Mini & MacBook Pro for all my work, but switching to iPhone was so difficult. I hated the over-processed pasty look of the photos, and a bunch of small but crucial things like not being able to control what gets uploaded to Google Photos, etc. bothered a lot.. So I ended up switching back to android.

[@Gemini_Connect]

Could be me!

[@vernearase3044]

@@Gemini_Connect You could proably duplicate whatever style and tone you like using the controls in the iOS 18 camera app. Furthermore, you can set things up the way you like it and just leave it like that and all your new shots will use that setting. The Apple photonic engine is very verssatile now.

[@rudeonfood5904]

Im doing the switch tomorrow after 13 years. I loved my samsungs, but EVERYONE i care for has an iPhone. Thanks for the perspective.

[@lltechview]

Fun fact: My wife always asks me for my smartphones (usually Oppo or Vivo) for doing videos as their 1 inch sensor and video performance is just better than her iPhone 13 Mini. But basically no matter which phone you take nowadays they all produce very fine video. The differences like shown in my ranking list are minimal

[@ClintGibbs]

Good video. I’m going through the same thought process. One thing I’m curious about though is why didn’t you use a cable to move photos and videos from your phone to the Mac? I’ve done that with a Pixel and it works pretty well. I also switched to an iPhone for the video quality but miss a lot of features I had on my Google Pixel. Anyway, let me know your thoughts on the cable versus AirDrop

[@levipb1403]

They probably don’t even know how that works or platforms like filemail

[@mrheng562]

Yeah, that AirDrop is too good because of convenience if you edit on a Mac computer/laptop. Keep up the good work fellow Gemini. One day, I plan to take my daughter up to Seattle we can meet up for your lunch break or something. :)

[@Fatman305]

Enjoy your new phones! I'm a techie Android guy, so most of the issues you mentioned are non-issues for me (all are easily fixable) but I do see why "out of box no hassle" could be enticing to others. I have techie cousins with latest iphones (as well as daughters that insist on iphones) and I don't waste a single opportunity laughing at their inability to do X (or do it with many extra steps) because they're on their "friendly/easy" iphones. Can you finally pause a cam recording on iphone? Does whatsapp on iphone still take an extra step and a lot of extra time to send every. Single. Video? Do you still have to switch keyboard modes a billion times to type: this 123 and that 345 and these 456 instead of having a number row on top of letters? Lolz 😂

[@AjaySingh-228]

That's a big decision! I've been using Android for years...video quality on iPhone its pretty impressive...I agree that sir

[@vernearase3044]

If not for the iPhone, Android would be a Blackberry clone. You can charge your iPhone Pro _while_ transferring media to your Mac or while syncing media. Or … you can simple shoot to an external SSD and simply plug that into your Mac and import the footage from that into your editor. Heck, you can shoot ProRes log into an external SSD.

[@Cbb3225]

So true about android transfer! I would use Dropbox which would take forever for large content, AirDrop is groundbreaking in comparison.

[@Gothestgame]

Deeply regret switching from Samsung to iPhone. It’s like going from a Ferrari to a go cart. Everything native sucks & it can’t get better easily because every app is a paid subscription. Any benefit I imagined to having an iPhone just isn’t there.

[@kangaroochili]

Not an iPhone fanboy but I’m a bit confused here. Sure I get if you don’t like the default apps, that’s fine, you can switch most of them out. All the big companies have subscriptions around their apps and services too, namely for cloud storage. Google One, iCloud and Samsung Cloud. The only mark against iPhone in this regard would be that at least on Android you can sideload FOSS apps and repositories, like F-Droid. That’s a fair complaint, my counter to this is that many of the good FOSS apps are already on both platform’s default app stores anyways. Still Androids freedom cannot be understated and I hope iOS eventually gets official sideloading.

[@spirittravels.]

Thanks for making this video. Can you please explain why it's better in your opinion to get a macbook or a Apple computer over a regular computer?? I'm thinking of getting a computer for editing footage so need moderate to higher performance, but also would prefer budget prices. Maybe you could do a video on this and I'm sure it would help a lot of people out there. I see there's a lot of gaming computers that offer high performance and much cheaper prices than the Apple computers. Did you look into those?. Cheers.

[@TheCrosx731]

With the new iPhone 16 camera action button I’m worried it will interfere with my Smooth 5S gimbal in terms of where it mounts

[@TimBrownTown]

I have a Pixel 8 Pro and other than lowlight video quality, I have none of the problems mentioned. It is definitely the Apple of Android.

[@rileyinbali]

I have... I can't fly my drone with it. Can't get TikTok, BiliBili doesn't work... Is a long list of a**.....

[@itravelers]

Welcome from the Dark Side. 🤣😂

[@lltechview]

With the limited almost monotone smartphone landscape in the US where you can choose between Samsung, Motorola, Pixel and Apple it makes sense to switch to. I probably would switch as well. With Vivo, Oppo, Huawei, Honor, Xiaomi and others missing that offer way better cameras and ecosystems it's clear why you are switching to iPhone.

[@charliejg]

I'm not a power user. In fact, I really hate having a "smartphone". I've used both platforms over the years, but most Android. I did use the iPhone 5S. My favorite so far has been the Pixel 2XL because I loved the camera. But, now I'm considering switch for two reasons. First, I think the iPhone performs better for shooting videos. The second reason is because everyone else in my family has an iPhone. Finally, Air Drop is so nice. I currently have the Pixel 6 which is fine except for the camera. But, I think I'll be jumping to iOS next phone.

[@KelpieWilson]

I have the iphone 12 unlocked that I use only for the camera. I love the close focus and use it a lot. I heard the iphone 15 pro focus was not as close and you have to use macro mode. Is that still the case with iphone 16? BTW I am also an android fan and find it much more user friendly than iphones - all the gesture stuff is too crazy for me. Please let me know about the close focus because I am considering switching over to iphone as my phone but have many trepidations.

[@MESTER47]

When I moved from Europe, switching from Huawei to IPhone, I was so pissed off, because of the operator interface experience, now I already switched my Garmin watch to the Apple Watch Ultra and probably soon I will switch to MacBook from a Windows pc. Step by step this moves make more and more sense to me.

[@KaioshinAemi]

Welcome to Apple Garden. Now get yourself a 4tb SSD drive to transfer all your medias. Then edits it in Final Cut on your iPad Pro.

[@stellapetkova5477]

Hello friends! How do you transfer you viber messages ?Please share a solution with me! I move from android to iOS and its very hard for me to make it ( viber )

[@DaysGabe]

omg now I'm considering making the switch ... sigh ... LOL. Very compelling!

[@yordanpopov]

My experience is the exact opposite. I use just windows explorer for my Samsung phone and can easily copy and paste all videos and photos. On iPhone on the other hand, I get errors all the time and it drives me crazy. But I use windows 11. If you use apple computer, it could be quite the opposite but I wouldn't blame Android for that. It is most likely limitation on iOS because it is not compatible with other systems. Maybe that is the reason iPhone does not work well with windows to download files.

[@thecyberseer]

Insightful!

[@danielvargo4498]

Im so freaking in love wihtmy s24 ultra and galaxy watch ultra and buds 3 pro best combination ❤

[@delta5288]

I work in a secure environment and we're not permitted to have an iPhone, especially the 16. If people only knew what that phone is doing in the background, they would be shocked.

[@Gemini_Connect]

Interesting…I’m intrigued…

[@bonexsher]

I made the switch when your wife did. I'm still undecided I like some things on iPhone . My wife says we can face time I think we have FaceTimed probably 5 times. still fumble thru the day to day use 😎

[@LouisLuzuka]

I have a 12 pro max , is it worth it to save money and i upgrade to 15 pro max or just go for the 16 pro 😮

[@Gemini_Connect]

That’s a good question. I think it depends on which features are most important to you. The iPhone 16 Pro now has that dedicated camera button that you can customize to control zoom or other settings so it functions more like a DSLR camera. IMO that’s the biggest hardware change. So unless that really compels you, save $$ and go with the 15.

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@Gemini_Connect I’m looking at the studio mics but my carrier says that they’ll give me free air pods pro 2 so I’m torn

[@LouisLuzuka]

@@Gemini_Connect you’re so right! I’m looking at the studio mics but my carrier says that they’ll give me free air pods pro 2 with iPhone 15 pro max so I’m torn

[@TechWandererYT]

Apple ecosystem is too strong to compete. If you use a MacBook, getting an iPhone is just logical. AirDrop is one thing, but filming is another. Good luck with the switch!

[@prince_warhero]

Bro wtf problem with not getting your media out from android is issue with apple. If you own a windows laptop it’s so simple to transfer files to through cable or wirelessly. Apple doesn’t allow it in Macs it’s not problem with Samsung or google. Same way you can’t transfer from iPhone to windows laptop again because apple doesn’t allow

[@Treborray]

Im trying to get me an android phone since everything I have is apple. Makes good for tech review channels to have both !

[@sweetplaces]

I use Gopro 12 and Iphone 13 pro max, but today Im gonna buy Iphone 16 pro max cos of great and wider camera. (I have also gopro 11 and Insta 360 x3 but dont use them.)

In my country iPhone has only half of it's functions available. With the same price.

[@cyreal8626]

Im using MacBook. AirPods, iwatch, and iPhone. Everything is easier for me though.

[@Rainonasphalt]

I plan on doing the opposite when the s25 ultra comes out. I'm tired of Apple's slow innovation and when it does, it only copies Samsung. But I don't use Apple computers, so perhaps that makes a difference.

[@glennhowell3494]

I just bought my first iPhone 16 pro Max Desert titanium 1 gb

[@biggooseadventures]

I switched too and never looked back.

[@leonfisher]

I thought crystals were supposed to be calming. 😁

[@Gemini_Connect]

🤣

[@DimasFajar-ns4vb]

peace be upon you sir from me

[@grumpy2759]

Grab a beast cage universal and maybe an nd filter and start your movie.

[@frankwalders]

To copy files from an Android to a Mac by cable you can use openMTP works like a breeze. And you look very unhappy :-)

[@shaunod6745]

The tool to act like airdrop is called airdroid

[@LouisLuzuka]

😮

[@JayfkProductions876]

What does he mean by can't get media off an android phone? Plug in The USB Tap Media Transfer Copy, Paste Done. Compared to Apple that won't even let u copy unless it's in a Mac l😂 Everytime someone comes to my studio with an IPhone I laugh at em

[@Gemini_Connect]

Like I said, it fails the whole time

[@Tech4YourNeeds]

iMessage is the right name.

[@Fatman305]

Yes. My housekeeper has an iphone too...but she sends images and videos in a whatsapp group chat of me, my wife, and her... Anyone sending me sms's is told (after a few days delay) that they better send me stuff on WhatsApp or Telegram next time for quicker response...

[@gnooy13mdfk]

Closed garden

[@greg5023]

👎

[@tj2375]

Stop selling iPhones guys. Apple doesn't need your help.

[@harisOdavath]

that’s a Rude sounding comment, anyways if that made you happy then good for you

[@tj2375]

I don't mean to be rude. I'm just tired of every camera or tech reviewer trying to push the new iPhones down our throat. Use what you like but let the rest of us be. Especially lately these reverse psychology videos of I don't like mostly everything but I'm still getting an iPhone. Give me a break.

[@FloriTravels]

Fair point, can't agree more👍

[@ejakaegypt]

Why does his opinion on a phone affect you so much??? 😂

[@edittide9842]

Not sure what part of this is a forced sale of an iPhone for the viewers to adhere to? Sounds like a rant from an Android user with a chip on their shoulder. Grow up😂

[@sanremosallymusictravel]

Big mistake I have to say I am really disappointed with your decision because Android is 100 times better than iOS. Apple and kids stuff and just junk on a technological levelApple and kids stuff and just junk on a technological level. It's a shame that you made this decision really disappointed.It's a shame that you made this decision really disappointed.😢👎🏻 The reason why it changed is absurd because there are cameras that make much better videos like the DJI Action 5 and the Istat 360 Ace...Ok, GoPro was really a disappointment again like last year.

[@Randomdude21-e]

Why would you care what phone others use.. 😂 that makes zero sence.

[@sanremosallymusictravel]

@@Randomdude21-e It doesn't matter what phone he uses just said he made a mistake.

[@Randomdude21-e]

@@sanremosallymusictravel wrong for you maybee, not for him

[@sanremosallymusictravel]

@@Randomdude21-e Yes, very likely.

[@sanremosallymusictravel]

@@Randomdude21-e Yes, very likely.

[@sijilo]