Peter, an experienced tech enthusiast at PhoneArena, is captivated by all things mobile. His impartial reviews and proficiency in Android systems offer readers valuable insights. Off-duty, he delves into the latest cryptocurrency trends and enjoys sci-fi and video games.
My favorite OS is in yet another episode of its long-running identity crisis, and this time around, it's not Google's fault at all. Mostmakers have once again gone out of their way to emulate Apple, this time by blatantly copying the new Liquid Glass design language in their latestThat's a slap in the face, given that Android had a perfectly decent and fairly fresh new design language called Material 3 Expressive.
It one comes with a bold and flat aesthetic that feels like the logical continuation of previous Android releases and honestly has a lot to love in terms of looks. side-by-side. I've opted to prove my point by showcasing the quick toggles panel, as it most clearly demonstrates which direction most of the popular phone makers have headed for. Of these, Vivo and Oppo are the biggest offenders. Their quick settings panels not only employ the same split-style quick panel, but lean heavily into that glass aesthetic that feels old. Sure, both have done a better job than Apple at delivering a cohesive and actually legible interface . None of the Xiaomi flagships at the office have received the Hyper OS 3 software up yet, but it is also heavily leaning into thebut not doing the lazy copying of iOS either. This is definitely the happy middle-ground that should be the norm, not the exception. DOn't get me wrong, I absolutely adore Chinese Android flagships. When I'm not daily-driving a specific phone for a review, you'll usually find a Vivo X200 Pro or an Oppo Find N5 in my pockets. The hardware, the overall value, the battery life, and camera versatility is unmatched on devices hailing from China, unlike Apple, Google, and Samsung's best products right now. And I'd go as far as saying that this is not my subjective opinion, but a pretty obvious fact. However, my biggest problem with these exceptional, great-value devices is the software, which is almost always the weakest link. The biggest issue for me is the constant chase to emulate iOS and mindlessly copy all of its features. I don't want that, that's whack. If I wanted to use iOS, I'd take the completely logical step and pick an iPhone. I didn't put my SIM card inside a Vivo phone because I wanted to enjoy its own take on the tired Liquid Glass design which looks so old already, I got the Vivo because it has the most versatile camera on a phone. As much as the overall value proposition and hardware entice me, the software is decidedly off-putting. Is it so challenging to come up with your design language that's everything but similar to the latest software attempts of Apple's crack developer team responsible for iOS? Is there no other aesthetic you could have chosen instead of Liquid Glass? If Apple jumps, would you jump, too?, yet Android manufacturers tossed out the concept along with the bath water. And that speaks ill of Android's identity as a platform.Peter, an experienced tech enthusiast at PhoneArena, is captivated by all things mobile. His impartial reviews and proficiency in Android systems offer readers valuable insights. Off-duty, he delves into the latest cryptocurrency trends and enjoys sci-fi and video games.A discussion is a place, where people can voice their opinion, no matter if it is positive, neutral or negative. However, when posting, one must stay true to the topic, and not just share some random thoughts, which are not directly related to the matter.Multiple accounts - one person can have only one accountTo help keep our community safe and free from spam, we apply temporary limits to newly created accounts: New accounts created within the last 24 hours may experience restrictions on how frequently they can post or comment.Moderation is done by humans. We try to be as objective as possible and moderate with zero bias. If you think a post should be moderated - please, report it. Samsung Galaxy S26 is almost here: 60W fast charging and 5 other upgrades you should be looking forward toOnePlus is refreshingly on schedule with an enormous update you’ll fall in love withSomething big could be happening with T-Mobile this monthOne rumored iPhone model is no longer coming out later next yearT-Mobile teams up with 24-hour cable channel to bring you closer to important breaking news
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