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I think he meant cell carrier, not ISP. But I disagree with him on this one. I'm glad Apple was able to get "special treatment" for many things from the carri

by Avernar 10y ago

I think he meant cell carrier, not ISP. But I disagree with him on this one. I'm glad Apple was able to get "special treatment" for many things from the carriers. They were more draconian than Apple with their rules. Now Android can also install firmware and applications without the carriers saying no so that was a good thing.

MBCook 10y ago
Can Android install firmware without carrier approval? I know that they've structured things so many updates can be installed without a true firmware update but I was under the impression the carrier restrictions still existed in some form.
- Avernar 10y ago
  For the carrier specific models, yes. But you can get a non-carrier specific one. Nexus models get updates direct from Google. Otherwise you have to wait for the manufacturer to do their customizations. Or you just install one of the many other firmwares out there.
  - MBCook 10y ago
    That's true, but what percent or android phones bought every year our carrier specific models? I'm guessing it's a very high percentage. So for the average user things are restricted by the carrier.
    - Avernar 10y ago
      Not disagreeing with you. But those people had a choice and they chose a subsidised and/or cheaper phone that was locked down.
      - MBCook 10y ago
        I willing to bet the vast majority of those people don't know that there are options besides those sold in stores and advertised on TV.