Android users are spoilt for choice when it comes to customisation options. Android launchers make the best use of these options, allowing users to design their device’s home screen and app drawer in a manner that doesn’t look similar to any other Android phone. If you want to go the extra mile, you can also make your Android phone look like an iPhone. In this article, we show you how to get the iOS interface on your Android phone.
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Use an iOS launcher
There are dozens of launchers that allow you to customise and modify the look of your Android phone’s home screen. You may already be familiar with popular apps like Nova Launcher and Apex Launcher. With the sheer number of customisation options on offer, it can get difficult to work your way towards a specific aesthetic. This is why we suggest using an iOS launcher for your device. The Launcher iOS 16 app does a brilliant job of replicating the iOS theme on your Android device. Once you download the app, it also gives you the option to download additional plug-ins for the Dynamic Island and Control Center. Here are the essential steps you need to follow to make your Android phone look like an iPhone.
Step 1: Download the Launcher iOS 16 app from Google Play Store.
Step 2: Give the app the necessary notification, storage, and phone permissions.
Step 3: Tap on Set as default launcher and select Launcher iOS 16 as the default home app.
Step 4: Tap on Lock Screen and remove your phone’s default lock screen.
You can also choose to download additional plug-in apps for Dynamic Island and Control Center.
Download a Theme and Icon pack
Apart from using a dedicated launcher, you can also use an iOS theme on your Android phone. These themes and icon packs also work in conjunction with a home screen launcher. You may have to dig around for newer themes as the look of the operating system changes with every new iteration. If you’re a little nostalgic, you can also choose to apply the theme for an older version of the iOS. Check out iLauncher for iOS to get started.
Use iOS apps for Android
To bring your Android phone’s look closer to an iPhone, make sure you are using the iOS equivalent of certain Android apps. One of the defining features of iOS is its ecosystem of apps. Some of these apps may be available on Android, while others have lookalikes that mimic the look and functionality of their iOS counterparts. For example, instead of using Spotify for streaming music, switch to Apple Music. Or, at the very least, download the Apple Music app and make it a permanent fixture in your home screen to complete the ‘iOS look’. While apps like Safari are not available for Android, there are plenty of knock-offs that look like them. You can choose to stick to Google Chrome for all your web-related tasks, but the presence of the Safari icon completes the look. Some iOS launchers may change the Chrome icon to Safari by default. In this case, you do not need to download the Apple-specific apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make my Android phone look like an iPhone?
Install an iOS launcher on your Android device and give it the necessary storage, notification, and phone permissions to function. You can also download specific apps for Dynamic Island and Control Center.
Can I use Siri on my Android phone?
No, Siiri is an Apple-specific service that is not available for Android. You can use Google Assistant on your Android phone.
How do I get the iOS interface on my Android phone?
You can change your Android phone’s interface to that of iOS with the help of a home screen launcher, themes, icon packs, and Apple-specific apps for the home screen.
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Conclusion
This is how you can make your Android phone look like an iPhone. Certain launchers that apply the iOS interface on your Android device also overlay ads on the system. This may be a deal breaker for some people. One way to get around this problem is by paying for the premium version of the launcher, so you don’t get exposed to ads anywhere on your phone.
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