Contrasting Android and iPhone: Assessing the Dominant Platform for Mobile AI
Apple and Google both present rival AI suites — here’s a comparison of the two.
Individuals have varying viewpoints on the Android vs. iOS discussion, which generally boils down to personal choice. However, it appears that in the realm of artificial intelligence features, top Android devices undeniably seize the advantage. Google is advancing rapidly in AI innovation, and the transition from Google Assistant to Gemini has garnered largely favorable reactions.
Conversely, Apple Intelligence has faced setbacks and challenges at numerous points. Key features advertised years ago are still missing, and the ChatGPT integration seems to be an attempt to rescue Apple from its delayed AI advancements. So, is the distinction as obvious as it looks? Here’s a comparison of Apple Intelligence on iPhone with using Gemini on Android.
Gemini vs. Siri: Which platform boasts the superior assistant?
Siri, the digital assistant on iPhone, is closely linked with Apple Intelligence features. It’s important to mention that the updated version of Siri showcased at a previous Apple Worldwide Developers Conference has yet to be released. In contrast, Google is currently in the process of transitioning Google Assistant to Gemini as the future digital assistant for Android.
Both Siri and Gemini offer two distinct interaction modes: voice and text. iPhone users can summon Siri by long-pressing the side button, double-tapping the gesture bar, or using the wake word “Hey Siri.” Android users can activate Gemini by long-pressing the side button or saying “Hey Google.” As a comprehensive chatbot, Gemini benefits from superior web access and is powered by extensive language models for context and AI processing.
This provides Gemini with unique features that Siri cannot offer. While both digital assistants accommodate text commands, only Gemini can accept file uploads for added context. Additionally, Gemini excels at answering simple inquiries in natural language, while Siri often redirects users to a search engine when it fails to generate a response.
It’s worth noting that users of both Siri and Gemini have reported inconsistencies in certain situations, like managing device settings or controlling smart home devices. In fact, Gemini lacks several core Google Assistant functionalities that have been either removed or not yet integrated into the AI digital assistant.
Gemini Live vs. Visual Intelligence: Which multimodal AI reigns supreme?
Android users have access to a highly regarded multimodal AI interface known as Gemini Live, which is compatible with most Android devices across various brands and generations. However, it may surprise you that iPhone users have a comparable option called Visual Intelligence.
Gemini Live enables live video streaming and screen sharing, while also accepting voice commands and text input. This multimodal functionality allows users to share their screen or surroundings and inquire about them. True to its “live” branding, this all occurs in real-time, with only minimal delays for cloud processing.
Visual Intelligence may appear similar, but it operates quite differently. This feature is more about uploading a photo to Gemini for context rather than utilizing Gemini Live. With Visual Intelligence, users can take a photo and have a text conversation with ChatGPT about it. Alternatively, users can use Google Lens to search for the photo. Either way, Visual Intelligence lacks the “live” aspect and is more limited compared to Gemini Live.
Gemini Live stands out as the more beneficial and versatile choice here — I’ve used it for everything from plant care to apartment design. The good news for iPhone users is that Gemini Live is also accessible on iOS through the Gemini app.
Magic Eraser vs. Clean Up: Who provides superior image editing?
Apple and Google each present their own generative editing capabilities utilizing AI, termed Clean Up and Magic Eraser. Samsung has its own version as well, but we will compare Clean Up with Magic Eraser since the latter is available on all Android devices. Google has honed its object removal and generative fill technology longer than Apple, so it must be superior, right?
That may not actually hold true. In our recent tests, the outputs from Clean Up and Magic Eraser yielded mixed outcomes. Clean Up effectively eliminated specific items, like a dog’s leash, in a manner that appeared natural and impressive. In another case, both Clean Up and Magic Eraser successfully removed people from a photo that seemed acceptable from a distance — but lacked quality upon closer inspection. Furthermore, there were instances when Clean Up failed to accurately remove objects it had just removed earlier.
In essence, Clean Up and Magic Eraser are both subpar solutions for erasing unwanted individuals or items from pictures on either iPhone or Android devices. They perform adequately in some scenarios while falling short in others. Neither is set to replace Photoshop any time soon, leading to a draw in this generative AI editor showdown.
Aside from generative removal and filling, both Android and iPhone support AI image generation. On the Android side, this will depend on your phone maker. For instance, Google Pixel phones feature Pixel Studio, while Samsung Galaxy devices incorporate Sketch to Image. iPhone users…
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