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What is iOS?

Apple's iOS is the company's mobile operating system.

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Best OS of the mobile

Rating: 7 out of 10
April 29, 2021
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
For the most part, telephone operating framework. Introducing applications to do my ordinary occupation like Mail, melodies, Messages, Notes, iCloud Drive.
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Verified user
Team Lead
iOS1 year of experience

Powerful Management Options

Rating: 7 out of 10
November 4, 2020
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We deploy iOS devices by the hundred[s] across dozens of schools, mostly for student use, but occasionally for instructor use. We also use a few devices internally, not only f...
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Technician
iOS10 years of experience

iOS devices remain a good value, but not head and shoulders over competitors

Rating: 7 out of 10
January 29, 2020
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We use iPads for a specific user group to get roster information, weather information, schedules, etc. These are corporate owned assets. We also support end-users' iOS devices...
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Derek Benson
Professional - Information Technology
IT, Network Administrator
Dynamic Aviation
iOS2 years of experience

Best operating system when it comes to security

Rating: 10 out of 10
January 10, 2020
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
iOS is very important in our organization. There is no possibility to build an app and not bring it to iOS nowadays. As a user, I like the platform. The focus on security give...
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Marcelo Araujo
Engineer - Information Technology
Desenvolvedor de software
Loupen Tecnologia
iOS2 years of experience

iOS Review

Rating: 10 out of 10
December 5, 2019
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
In our organization, it up to each employee if they're going to use Apple or Android. Some employees also use iOS. As per my role in this organization, it helps me a lot becau...
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Nathanael Tanguilig
Strategist - Information Technology
Solutions Engineer
Wordtext Systems, Inc.
iOS5 years of experience

iOS For Simple Business Users

Rating: 9 out of 10
December 4, 2019
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
We use it for the entire organization for cellular communications, hotspot WiFi for emergencies, texting, and various app usage. We like iOS because it is secure and safe for ...
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Mike Bursack
Administrator - Information Technology
Technical Operations Manager
Clock Medical Supply
iOS6 years of experience

iOS Protects You From Viruses

Rating: 10 out of 10
December 4, 2019
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
iOS is used in every day-to-day business operation. The biggest use is on the iPad and the iPhone both of which are used for board meetings and other events as well as for ema...
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Verified user
Team Lead
iOS13 years of experience

iOS keeps your device up-to-date, lowering costs without losing support from the manufacturer

Rating: 8 out of 10
December 4, 2019
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
iOS provides industry-standard ease of use, security, and safety. It has a fantastic selection of apps in the App Store that make the phone more than just a phone, but a mini-...
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Engineer
iOS12 years of experience
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What is iOS?

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Apple's iOS is the company's mobile operating system.

Reviewers rate Support Rating highest, with a score of 7.3.

The most common users of iOS are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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Users find iPads to be extremely useful in their daily work tasks. They rely on these devices for accessing important information such as roster updates, weather forecasts, and schedules, which greatly facilitates their job functions. The intuitive nature of the iPads allows for easy updates and maintenance, resulting in minimal administrative overhead for the IT department. Additionally, the iPads are widely used organization-wide for various purposes like cellular communications, hotspot WiFi during emergencies, texting, and utilizing different apps. The iOS platform is preferred due to its security features and is widely utilized in businesses. Its compatibility with the user's software greatly benefits their role in the organization. However, collaboration with Android users can sometimes be challenging when it comes to sharing data like photos or videos, requiring the use of third-party apps and additional processes for file transfer. Despite this, many organizations utilize iOS as an essential platform for app development to reach a wide user base. Users appreciate the focus on security in iOS, providing peace of mind when it comes to storing important information on their devices. In addition to business use cases, iOS is also deployed in schools for student and instructor use and is even utilized for entertainment purposes like gaming or automotive troubleshooting. Overall, iOS is considered a very useful and user-friendly operating system that offers a vast selection of apps from the App Store to enhance device functionality beyond just being a phone.

Easy-to-use interface: Many users have found the operating system to be easy to use, particularly for end-users. This indicates that the interface is intuitive and user-friendly, allowing individuals to navigate and operate the system effortlessly.

Compatibility with different networking equipment: The compatibility of the operating system with various networking equipment has been appreciated by reviewers. This suggests that the system works well in a mixed environment, enhancing its usability and making it suitable for different setups or organizations.

Wide range of apps: Reviewers have noted the availability of a wide range of apps as a positive aspect of the operating system. This indicates that the platform offers a diverse selection of applications, catering to various user needs and preferences.

Difficult Battery Replacement: Some users have expressed frustration with the process of replacing the battery, as it poses a challenge even though they understand its purpose for security reasons. It would be beneficial if the battery replacement procedure could be made more user-friendly.

Limited Customization Options: Reviewers have pointed out that the software's lack of open-source nature limits customization options. This can be restrictive for users who prefer to personalize their experience according to their specific needs and preferences.

Outdated User Interface Design: A notable complaint among customers is that the user interface design of the software feels outdated. They believe that modernizing the design would greatly enhance usability and overall user satisfaction.

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Best OS of the mobile

Rating: 7 out of 10
Incentivized
April 29, 2021
Verified User
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
1 year of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
For the most part, telephone operating framework. Introducing applications to do my ordinary occupation like Mail, melodies, Messages, Notes, iCloud Drive.
Pros and Cons
  • Extraordinary compared to other OS on the lookout for the mobile devices. In the event that somebody needs an ad free and secure insight.
  • Apple iOS give you heaps of inbuilt elements by which there is no need of any outsider applications.
Likelihood to Recommend
Indeed, it's super. OS makes it the most feasible item right now on the lookout. It's smooth, and it will not slack even following 3-4 years settling on it. A wise speculation choice for an innovation.

Powerful Management Options

Rating: 7 out of 10
Incentivized
November 04, 2020
Verified User
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
10 years of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We deploy iOS devices by the hundred[s] across dozens of schools, mostly for student use, but occasionally for instructor use. We also use a few devices internally, not only for testing, but for their myriad other uses: from using a scanner app to archive contracts, to network scanning tools to help diagnose connectivity issues.
Pros and Cons
  • iOS is easy for users to get started with, and many people are already familiar with it.
  • iOS is easily managed when purchased through Apple and managed via School/Business Manager.
  • iOS is a relatively secure platform with many options for protecting personal and organizational data.
Likelihood to Recommend
iOS works well when you want solid control over institutionally-owned devices. This generally works best when you play by Apple's rules and buy through them and use Apple School/Business Manager - so if you're going for a BYOD model, this probably isn't the way to do [it]. There is a wide variety of management tools, but bear the costs of each in mind.

iOS devices remain a good value, but not head and shoulders over competitors

Rating: 7 out of 10
Incentivized
January 29, 2020
DB
Derek Benson
IT, Network Administrator
Dynamic Aviation (Aviation & Aerospace, 501-1000 employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
2 years of experience
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Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We use iPads for a specific user group to get roster information, weather information, schedules, etc. These are corporate owned assets. We also support end-users' iOS devices via BYOD by allowing them onto a mobile network with limited bandwidth and functionality. The iPads specifically are relatively intuitive for end-users to do their job functions, easy to update, maintain, etc. Administrative overhead is minimal from an IT department perspective.
Pros and Cons
  • Easy to use; intuitive for an end-user.
  • Behaves well in a mixed environment of networking equipment.
Likelihood to Recommend
Good for casual computing, light use. I find the more heavy computing that is required the less likely an iOS device is suited. For emails, web browsing, etc. it performs well.

Best operating system when it comes to security

Rating: 10 out of 10
Incentivized
January 10, 2020
MA
Marcelo Araujo
Desenvolvedor de software
Loupen Tecnologia (Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
2 years of experience
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Use Cases and Deployment Scope
iOS is very important in our organization. There is no possibility to build an app and not bring it to iOS nowadays. As a user, I like the platform. The focus on security gives me peace of mind. I can keep my important information on my phone and it is fine. As a developer, I can see a lot of opportunities using it. There are some iOS users here and they think the same.
Pros and Cons
  • Security.
  • Very easy to use.
Likelihood to Recommend
IOS security is great. Apple always takes great care when it comes to that. The apps are great as well and there a lot of them available on the app store. The system is very easy to use as well but it is too closed off. You cannot change the home screen for example. There are a lot of API's that you can use for building apps but some of them are closed.

iOS Review

Rating: 10 out of 10
Incentivized
December 05, 2019
NT
Nathanael Tanguilig
Solutions Engineer
Wordtext Systems, Inc. (Information Technology & Services, 501-1000 employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
5 years of experience
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Use Cases and Deployment Scope
In our organization, it up to each employee if they're going to use Apple or Android. Some employees also use iOS. As per my role in this organization, it helps me a lot because all of my software is compatible with iOS. The only issue is when I need to collaborate with an Android user, since sharing data like photos/videos are not that easy. Though I can use third-party apps, most of the time it takes a lot of process in order to transfer simple files. Thankfully our organization uses O365, therefore most of my docs are on the cloud so that any device may access the files as long as it is connected to my account.
Pros and Cons
  • User-interface.
  • Design.
  • Less bugs than other platforms.
Likelihood to Recommend
IOs is suitable for cloud users like me and who are looking for a simple yet powerful OS. It is less appropriate for users who are using their phones for customization. Basically, it is good for managers, but not for IT programmers.

iOS For Simple Business Users

Rating: 9 out of 10
Incentivized
December 04, 2019
MB
Mike Bursack
Technical Operations Manager
Clock Medical Supply (Hospital & Health Care, 11-50 employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
6 years of experience
View profile
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We use it for the entire organization for cellular communications, hotspot WiFi for emergencies, texting, and various app usage. We like iOS because it is secure and safe for our users. iOS seems to be very widely used for businesses.
Pros and Cons
  • Good sound quality.
  • Lots of available apps.
  • Secure and safe.
  • Easy to use as it keeps the basics simple.
Likelihood to Recommend
Its simple and great for low-tech business users. But my experienced users can easily get what they need to be done as well. With all the Apps available its a great tool for so many things. And again the Apps are more secure as putting an app on the App Store requires more info and checks than on Android apps.

iOS Protects You From Viruses

Rating: 10 out of 10
Incentivized
December 04, 2019
Verified User
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
13 years of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
iOS is used in every day-to-day business operation. The biggest use is on the iPad and the iPhone both of which are used for board meetings and other events as well as for email, creating quick Word documents and other looking things up on the Internet.
Pros and Cons
  • Easy to Use
  • Quick Information
  • Secure
Likelihood to Recommend
For court hearings instead of using a big laptop or a computer iPads are very easy to use and help with the flow of the process. iOS also is very spyware proof, which doesn't let people download any kind of files to infect their device and or filter through our network.

iOS keeps your device up-to-date, lowering costs without losing support from the manufacturer

Rating: 8 out of 10
Incentivized
December 04, 2019
Verified User
Vetted Review
Verified User
iOS
12 years of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
iOS provides industry-standard ease of use, security, and safety. It has a fantastic selection of apps in the App Store that make the phone more than just a phone, but a mini-computer that allows for a prompt response to issues. It can be used for entertainment, support for technical problems or even to decode a trouble code on a car. All in all, a very useful and easy-to-use operating system.
Pros and Cons
  • User experience is consistent
  • Updates to the operating system and apps are seamless and unobtrusive.
  • The Messages app for communications is secure and safe from prying eyes.
Likelihood to Recommend
The safari browser is an excellent browser for mobile browsing with its content blockers that allow sites to load faster and without burdensome advertisements.

On the other hand, if you want to use the stock camera app, the settings are buried in the iOS settings app under camera. Forcing a power user to purchase a more powerful photo taking app to have more controls over the camera.
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