7 Android features iPhone users have always been jealous of From split-screen apps to dedicated stylus support, Android phones can do a lot that iPhones simply can't. Listen - 07:14 Android phones have some features that might make iPhone owners jealous. Sarah Tew/CNET The argument between iPhone and Android owners is as old as both platforms, and one I can't see coming to an end anytime soon. With each announcement and release of major updates, both sides like to point out copied features or updates that the other operating system lacks. For example, Google recently announced the Android 12 developer beta. It's available for only the very brave to try out right now, and while there's not a lot of consumer-facing features activated in it quite yet, we do know that Google is borrowing the iPhone's microphone and camera use indicators to enhance privacy.