Review of alternative dialers for iPhone (dialer's). How to make an iPhone from Android? Dialer for Android in iOS style

Data-lazy-type="image" data-src="http://androidkak.ru/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Android-iPhone..png 400w, http://androidkak.ru/wp- content/uploads/2015/12/Android-iPhone-300x178.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 168px) 100vw, 168px"> Smartphones running the iOS operating system have their own unique design and special interface, which is why they are so popular among many users. However, not everyone can afford to purchase such a device. Many owners of Android smartphones are interested in possible ways make something similar to an iPhone out of Google’s creation. How can this be brought to life?

If it is unlikely that the appearance of your device will be remade to match the iPhone style, we will start changing the “internals”. With an abundance of various additions to Play Market it's much easier to do this.

Launchers and widgets

Certainly, iOS installation on regular smartphone impossible. Even if you try to do this, you will most likely turn your phone into a lifeless brick. It is much easier to change standard (and not so standard) Android themes to the iPhone interface. To do this, we need various software add-ons: launchers, widgets and plugins.

.png" alt="EspierLauncher7Pro" width="100" height="100" class="lazy lazy-hidden alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1005"> !}	Espier Launcher 7 Pro V.1.4.5 is the first addition we need. It is needed to replace the themes of your android phone for registration from iOS. Simply put, these are desktops with a design specific to the iPhone. Just download and install this launcher, and then follow the setup instructions and turn it on. Ready! iOS-style desktops and similar icons are in our pocket!
.png" alt="iLauncher" width="100" height="100" class="lazy lazy-hidden alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1009"> !}	iLauncher v 3.4.3.3- a similar launcher. You can try installing both and choose the one that is most convenient for you. This launcher makes the interface of your smartphone completely identical to iOS phones.
.png" alt="EspierScreenLocker" width="100" height="100" class="lazy lazy-hidden alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1013"> !}	Now, in order to bring everything we started to fruition, we additionally download a plugin for our launcher called Espier Locker 7 Pro. It is needed to make the lock screen look like the iPhone lock screen. Install the plugin and enjoy the results.

If you like this style of application, then by all means download and install it.

Introduction:

iOS interface designers are constantly trying to find a middle ground that users like, but does not infringe on the functionality that is built into it. Set of two applications iOS 7 Contact/Dialer, replaces two stock applications – Contacts and Phone. I’ll say right away that I don’t recommend deleting stock applications, at least the Phone application, since the dialer that comes with the application is only a visual shell, and all calls are still transferred to the stock application.

Contacts:

Dialer:

The appearance of the application is absolutely identical to the Contacts application. The interface consists of 5 tabs: Favorites, Calls, Contacts, Buttons and More. I think everything is clear with the Favorites tab, but on the Calls tab there is a call log. To view information about a call in the list, you need to click the “Information” button, and not the contact itself, since when you click on a contact, the number will be dialed instantly. You can sort calls by missed calls or show all. To delete entries, click the “Edit” button, and then delete the entries you do not need. The Contacts tab is similar to the application itself. On the Buttons tab there is a dialer, which is quite large. On the More tab, you can configure the display of contacts in the call list. Let's summarize: iOS 7 Contact/Dialer ideal for those who really like the look of these applications in iOS, but if you are not such an ardent fan, then there is little point in installing this application no, because Functionally, it doesn't stand out in any way. Enjoy!

It's no secret that the standard iPhone dialer leaves much to be desired in terms of functionality. Manual dialing has long since sunk into oblivion; few people remember the numbers of even their closest ones by heart; the address book takes first place in this regard. Every time using the search to find the necessary contacts is a pain, only the favorites bookmark is more or less in demand, but there is clearly not enough display of photos there.

In this review I will try to cover all the dialers that can be found on the Internet. If you use any other, be sure to post the link/name of the application and I will add it to the review.

Attention, traffic! (Lots of screenshots)

Selection criteria:

1. Availability of a convenient search for contacts (Better with using T9)
2. Display contact photos when searching/selecting
3. Support for the Russian language (Not Russification of the program, but working with Russian contact names)

Programs included in the review -->

Telephone

Let's start with the built-in dialer.
The main advantage of the built-in dialer is that it is built-in) There is no need to download anything, install it, or finish it with a file. It works fine. Manual dialing has no complaints: you dial the number, press call and call. There is a simple search in the address book (without displaying photos of contacts) But scrolling with Russian letters, which makes the quick search process a little easier
There is also a “favorites” where you can add your favorite numbers to quickly call them. The functionality there is also not up to par, most of the line is occupied by the inscription mobile.
In general, the functionality is at a low but sufficient level. You can use it, but you want more. much more.

Third party software

SearchDial

There are quite a lot of similar software, enter the name/phone number from standard keyboard and filter the list. The difference from the standard one is that it immediately displays the phone number and has a black design. Verdict: to the dump.

ABContacts

An analogue of SearchDial, a little more functionality, the developers came up with a new way to use the iphone interface - clicking on the title brings up a menu from somewhere on the right, there is support for groups (both regular and auto-generated) The design is at the level of a child's garden. Maybe this will be useful to someone, but definitely not to us, %username%

CallWay

Similar to SearchDial, but much more functional - there is a search for all record data address book using T9, displaying photos, favorites, recent calls. In general, excellent software, with one drawback - NO RUSSIAN LANGUAGE. You can only find a contact by phone number.

Groups

Programulina from the author of the previous software, this time the emphasis is on user groups. Regular and smart (auto-generated), for example, you can select everyone who has a birthday, or does not have a photo, and much more. O5 is just not pleased with the complete lack of support for Russian letters. So the program remains convenient only for editing the address book (if, of course, it is large)

Faces

This program is already different from others in the review. It's just a good favorite for your contacts. It has a nice design, is maximally functional for its purpose, allows you to create screens/groups, has a landscape mode, displays photos of contacts, in general there are some advantages. Definitely a must have.

B-Bot

And this program has almost nothing to do with dialing, but I still want to talk about it in this review. This program allows you to make a comical composite photo and broadcast it to your contacts. (After all, not everyone allows themselves to be photographed normally, and there is not always time or opportunity for this.

Rest

Dial9 (not impressed with the design)

EasyDialer (no support for Russian, sad)

That's all for now, I don't indicate the prices for the software - as they may change, all applications can be found and purchased in the app store. If the rating of the article goes up, I will write similar reviews in various directions more often. Commentators are asked to take into account that the software I have chosen is just my IMHO and don’t kick me too hard :)

The global difference between iOS and Android is the menu operating system. U Apple devices and other manufacturers display a different number of icons. And the programs themselves have a different external label. If you decide to make Android look like an iPhone, then this is what needs to be fixed first.

The easiest way to achieve change appearance operating system using a launcher. IN Google Play available a large number of similar applications. Basically, they offer a unique menu style that is unlike anything else on the outside. But there are also launchers that copy Apple’s developments.

Attention: the copyright holder regularly complains about such creations of third-party developers. Therefore, they do not stay on Google Play for very long.

We already talk about some of these launchers on the pages of our website. For example, a kind of long-liver is iLauncher - OS 9. The creators of this application regularly update it as soon as a new one is released. iOS version. The program can work on smartphones with the Android 4.1 operating system and higher.

The launcher does not make any major changes and therefore does not require special resources. It just changes the icons standard utilities. Shortcuts third party applications placed in bright colored squares with rounded corners. The launcher also eliminates the menu - from now on all icons are located on desktops.

Something similar, but in an expanded form, is offered by OS9 Launcher HD, also called smart and simple by its developers. This launcher also changes the appearance of all standard and some additional applications. But along the way, some other useful innovations borrowed from iOS are also being introduced. For example, if there are some news in a particular program, their number will be displayed on the label. And there is also an analogue of 3D Touch! But it is called this function not by pressing hard (the pressure sensor in smartphones has Android based no), but by double tapping on the icon of any of the standard applications.

The only thing that spoils the impression of the launcher is the presence of advertising. It is located in a separate desktop, where theoretically you don’t even have to look. The developers also sent the Google search string here.

We can also recommend a launcher for installation CleanUI. Its main difference is that the icons are larger. As a result, not the largest number of them is displayed on the screen. The application not only eliminates the menu, but also changes the notification panel, whereas the two previous launchers did not really know how to do this. Otherwise, the functionality repeats the two solutions discussed above - here you can also block the display of any icons. But there is no analogue of 3D Touch here. But you shouldn’t regret it, because this function only applies to standard applications, and even then not to everyone.

Interestingly, CleanUI also has a separate desktop. But there is no advertising on it - only a search bar is present. It helps you search for contacts, Internet pages in “History” and other information.

Since the operating room iOS system is updated as often as Android, then the launchers change over time. If you want to turn your smartphone into latest iPhone then try Launcher iOS 13. This free application, which will completely change the appearance of menus, icons and other interface elements.

Replacing the lock screen

Launchers only partially help turn Android into an iPhone. Their problem is that they are not able to change the lock screen. This is what they do individual applications- such as OS8 Lock Screen. When you launch this utility, you are taken to the settings window. The interface used here is English, but even without special knowledge, many points do not raise any questions. For example, it is immediately clear that the application allows you to put any image on the lock screen, set a password, and also enter any text.

As for the appearance of the lock screen, in this regard it is similar to its counterpart from iOS 8. Everything works very quickly, you can unlock the device in almost a split second if desired. You can also go to the Camera application without any unlocking. In a word, the application does not provide anything unusual, it just makes the smartphone even a little more similar to.

If you want to make a lock screen like the latest versions of iOS, then pay attention to the Lock Screen I.O.S 12 application. After installing it, your Android will look like the latest iPhone.

Notification panel

Not all launchers can competently replace the notification panel. Therefore, you should definitely install iNoty Style OS 9(With Play Store The link has been removed because there have been complaints about harmful content). As you might guess, it brings to the system the traditional status bar present in iOS 9. After installing the utility, you will be taken to a relatively small menu. Here you need to enable iNoty, after which you can enjoy a full-fledged status bar.

This is not to say that the solution turned out to be functional. But it makes you think you're using an Apple product. There are differences from the original status bar, but they are minimal.

You can also enable the function panel in the application menu. It will stretch out if you click on the small blue bar located at the bottom of the screen. This panel contains buttons that open the camera and calculator, as well as keys that allow you to turn off the device and use the flashlight. There are also buttons for wireless interfaces and a brightness level slider. Unfortunately, everything is spoiled by that same blue stripe - this element is displayed both in the menu and in many applications. Quite quickly the strip begins to irritate.

If you don’t like this implementation of the control point, you can try installing the application separately Control Panel - Smart Toggle.

Changing the keyboard and camera

Gradually we changed the main interface of the operating system. There's just one small thing left - the keyboard. With its help, we constantly type text in the browser, messenger and other programs. Therefore, it is logical that this element should also be replaced. This can be done by installing Apple Keyboard. This virtual keyboard, very similar to the one used in recent versions of iOS.

Unfortunately, the keyboard does not have Russian language. This is its main drawback. Well, as for the camera application, you can install it as GEAK Camera. Traditionally, this utility can not only take photographs, but also apply all sorts of filters to pictures.

Most of the described applications are updated along with the release of new iOS versions. So your android will always look like latest iPhone. However, if you wish, you can install an older shell. Typically, the iOS version is indicated in the title or description of the application.

Conclusion

By completing all the steps indicated in this guide, you can get a device whose interface is very similar to that found on iPhones. But you need to understand that you will not get real iOS. And all this will not work very quickly - after all, all installed utilities consume a lot of processor power and a certain amount of random access memory. Therefore, be sure that quickly enough you will be disappointed in your idea, returning to the usual interface of the operating room Android systems. After all, it works much more stable, and in terms of functionality it is more pleasing.