I Tried The Complete Apple Ecosystem - Worth The Money? 

Ok, but honestly that crack on his phone’s back glass is so aesthetic lol

The way I view the "Apple Ecosystem" is the convenience of having one account iCloud connected to all your devices, syncing data. It's definitely a plus, but nothing mind-blowing. Like yeah, you don't have to enter your iPhone's hotspot password on your Mac, but on my PC, I entered my Galaxy's password once, and it is saved in my WiFi networks. It's a tiny convenience, not a feature.

I’m definitely an Apple girlie, I started with an iPhone 3GS way back in the day and now I own a MacBook Pro, iPad, AirPods Pro, iPhone 15 Pro, and my Apple Watch SE. The Apple ecosystem is just so seamless and works so well I can’t see myself leaving Apple any time soon.

the apple ecosystem is what makes the whole thing worth it, just as an example: you type something into your apple maps on your phone and you can get the directions on your watch immediately. its just better than anything else out there because of this

For a number of years I have preferred the Samsung phones to iPhones but have stuck with Apple because of the ecosystem. It just works really, really well. People often say that Apple traps people but, having used a couple of Android phones, I realised that if you are not in Apple's ecosystem, you are in Samsung/Google's and I trust Apple more than I trust Google.

I'm a hard core android user, but I really enjoyed this video! A lot of my family uses apple products and they talk about the same things you were talking about. I hope this video gets more views!

Loved your editing on this video. Made it really easy to follow.

I used to be team android. I had a MacBook for a while. But the iPad really is just the best for note taking and I really contribute it to my recent success in college. I got an IPhone at the same time and oh my god.... The ecosystem makes a HUGE difference. Getting the right documents to wherever I need it for class is just so easy. I remember really struggling when I had my galaxy. I'm planning to get a watch soon too.

Android and Windows user for almost all of my life. Switched to Apple in late 2021, now I have an iPhone 15 Pro, MacBook Pro M1, Apple Watch SE, iPad Air, AirPods Pro, Beats Studio Pro, AirTag, Apple Card, and Apple TV 4K. I have never been more productive. Android and Windows are still great, always will be. But I think I’m an Apple user for life now. Seamless, simple, clean, and most of the time it works. The Apple ecosystem is absolutely worth it!

The red tag on your shirt that says “fashion” 😂 nice Also the AirPods listen to iPhone feature is really useful for really loud pubs and for people who are hard of hearing.

I got Powerbeats pro and works pretty much the same as AirPods. Same goes with the dual connectivity which is great 😊

I really like apple ecosystem. I personally prefer Sony earphones. It have better sound quality and two device connectivity too. I am a student. Ecosystem helps a lot with my homework’s and assignments. Using iPhone for projects for capturing stuff and working on the go and when I got to home it all synced with iPad. I want to add more apple products to my ecosystem. For example MacBook and an Apple Watch. I use a windows pc and third party softwares to sync. It disturbs me sometimes. I really want to switch to Mac as soon as possible.

Wow, if you buy in Brazil through the official Apple website, it costs over 21 thousand dollars (and I didn't even include speakers and Vision Pro because they're not sold here) 😵‍💫

Great video. This was a very good video! It was knowledgeable about the subject without the loaded language and drama we typically get from RU-vidrs. None of that “trapped” in the ecosystem or “it’s only marketing” nonsense. It’s baffling to hear buying products that are very capable and offer a superior performance than other devices described as a NEGATIVE. Apple doesn’t make using other manufacturer’s products with Apple products a LESS enjoyable experience than other users, they make using their products with their other Apple products a BETTER experience.

can you import the passwords from one pass to the keychain?

You did a video a couple of years ago for “Smartwatch as your Phone.” I tried that and love it so my one addition to the ecosystem would be to better integrate the Watch with other devices and deprioritize the iPhone as the flagship so those of us feeling the pull of smartphone addiction can step away from the phone. My dream ecosystem would be a Cellular iPad + Apple Watch, a Mac Desktop computer and an Apple TV. If we are wish casting I would love it for Apple came out with a “Digital notebook” with Eink like the Remarkable or the Kindle Scribe.

Great comparison to all apple devices, I agree with everything

put a link to where you bought your jacked. thanks for the vid

apple ecosystem works so well, I own Airpods pro 2, Apple watch Ultra 2, iPhone 13 pro, M2 iPad pro 11 (which replaced my M1 iPad air lol) & beats studio 3 (if that counts)...everything works so well

Can you share the snow picture from your Mac?

Extra props for the Pilot V5 pen. Those are the best pens in the world

what's the nice S line on the back of your iPhone 14 (correct?) Pro?

Any idea when the new iPad Pro 11 “ is coming out?

Mike why you havent updated to the latest 15 pro max?

As an electrician I use live listen to turn off circuits I am working on in homes

cant you share audio with beats buds?

I used both ecosystem and holy hell cant wait to buy a new iphone when i used to be younger i wanted to customize and have fun with android i even had a custom OS on my samsung phone but growing older i realized im not using the samsung features much or any android feature much the samsung watch i have is absolute crap and im using the watch 5 the one ui 6 app support is terrible i discovered new issues i never knew it existed with applications until i got back to the s23 ultra its been a sh*t show maybe a google Os is better but either ways apple atm is the better options for stability quality and support. *small note* on the iphone i used to take the photo once but on the samsung i noticed i took multiple photos of the same object and every single photo looks slightly different

Your videos make interesting conversation topics!!

I have a Fitbit does that count 😂 I did try Apple Watch first gen but it wasnt for me felt too heavy etc and after few months seemed to make my wrist skin itchy and red probably because I wearing it too tight (although I did keep it clean)everything else is apple. iPad Pro, phone and now airpods………..its just one less hassle everything works with everything else and the interface is second to none…..although if I am being picky I would say since Steve Jobs went to his fluffy cloud up there its not quite as slick visually possibly a little too busy less minimalist. But still works for me. Considering getting an imac 24 on discount with M1 chip as its £600 less for same spec just slower chip.

Dude all those beers wow

what version is your mac book?

Worth the money? YES if you can afford it. Its a thing of beauty as things work seamlessly

The way you obstruct part of the display area on your TV with your Homepods makes my teeth itch.

I’m definitely behind lol all I have is a 14pm and a 13 and a ultra watch 2 I’m deep as far as paid apps and tons of accessories

Will you make a Samsung or Google ecosystem video?

Why does everyone ignore the beats by dre headphones. Its part of the apple ecosystem

Hey mike will an unlocked at&t s23 ultra work just as goid as a factory unlocked s23 ultra on t mobile?

I love the Apple ecosystem! From Apple Music and Apple TV to iPhone, Mac and AirPods.

How was the experience of transferring via usb c from android phone to Mac?

3:40 its almost like usb cables exist, i know its crazy

I like the idea but will not buy a expensive a product that will do the same thing may better latter.

I know Mr Mobile did a similar one ref Google ecosystem. Be great to see your take on that. 👍🏻

I went back to Mac when I started working in audio again, doing audio on Windows is device driver hell. I was still a Android user and a couple years ago I thought why don't I try a iPhone. Suddenly I started seeing benefits of the Apple Ecosystem. Then to help with some health issues I thought I'd try a Apple Watch, dam the Apple Ecosystem is getting better and better. With the Apple Ecosystem both my Mac, iPhone, Apple Watch, Airpods and just talk to each other make phone calls answerable on any of the devices, pass files, use iPhone camera on any of the devices and I didn't have to do anything it just works. Have to say I stayed away from the Apple Ecosystem at first thinking it was just a gimmick, but once I had two Apple devices I started getting hooked on the Apple Ecosystem. Now the Android and Google world has an ecosystem, but because you start getting into multiple vendors it isn't as smooth experience as Apples. I'd say Apple's Ecosystem is their secret weapon for getting and keeping customers on Apple products.

Out of all the ecosystem components, the Apple Watch is the most "mandatory" of them all. It is the most integrated of all apple's products. You can't even set it up without having an iPhone initially.

I am an iPhone user, while I remain that the iPhone is still the phone to get, but as for the auxiliaries like watches or earbuds Xiaomi is a good alternative not to remain in the apple ecosystem 😊

Love ur vids

Nice video

You have universal clipboard fir samsung as well.when i copy a file or screenshot something it appears on my other samsung devuce clipboard

I switched from Samsung to apple like 2 years ago and I can say I ain’t going back, it’s way faster and convenient the way their work with their own products

It’s the best eco system that. I can think of. You can’t use other phones though.

Bro you knew we’d ask you to do Samsung next right?

Now to be fair and impartial - Mike should drop a video on the Samsung ecosystem!! And the Google ecosystem too!! 💯

Can u plz do the full review of s24 plus exynos variant.. m currently using s21 plus exynos and i wanna know if the heating and battery issues have been resolved for everyday use or not...😅😅😅

exactly what i wondered myself lately. also, congrats on your wedding ring mate

yes

If you’re on your Mac, you can actually answer phone calls on it, and use it as if it was your phone. I’ve done it before.

I feel like some products are worth it, some though you could go without

Good number of features are also available on Windows and andriod ( samsung) as they also making an eco system, can you make a video on that as well.

I used to work with/for Apple once upon a time. originally I was on the Apple ecosystem in Japan and the UK and had to switch to Android plus Windows when I moved to the Philippines. I got used to the handoff between android and windows in general and had to move back onto the apple ecosystem (primarily for work), but you really do miss out on most of the soft features available in those primary markets, making it somewhat useless here, unless you’re using it for work. I’d say if you’re living in a country which isn’t prioritized by Apple, it’s better to use Android + Windows, unless you absolutely have to use iOS or macOS for work purposes. Where are Apple’s primary markets? Wherever they have official Apple stores (NOT their official resellers): the US and other Western countries, China, Singapore, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, and the UAE. If you’re anywhere else? Android and Windows for a non work ecosystem.

I hate how seamless everything is lol. It made me start using apple products but i still love my android and windows

10:00 Also a lot of WearOS watches (besides a few like the TicWatch) don't pair with iPhones at all. I don't know why because that pulls away potential consumers so if you want a smart watch (a watch that is truly smart) and you have an iPhone, you need an Apple Watch.

i can never get used to mac OS windows is just so much better i have an iphone, ipad, and apple watch, but i don’t think ill ever get a mac

They should add a smart ring and a homepod with a screen for photo's like the one that google made.

I rarely use my watch now. It’s really cool, but it’s all a bother now.

i bought iphone 15 pro max then apple watch series 9 now i will get earbuds pro 2 then thats it 😊

Wonder how the airpods got into the beer section of the fridge

I like copying something on my i phone and pasting on Mac and Vice Versa.

Not gonna lie, the issue I have with the whole 'is it worth it?' when it comes to Apple anything is the fact it costs about three or so times more to get a decent Apple product when an Android product that does the same thing (as an example, AirPods vs Galaxy Buds) is priced at a much, much lower price point. Any question of worth is immediately ruined for me when I have to pay so so much more for a product that has a lot of downsides. Apple locks their products down like it's Fort Knox. You have to jailbreak your phone to do most things that can be done with an Android device out of the box (or by enabling Dev options). Apple does not want you to leave their ecosystem at all - most Android devices do not care at all what you connect to them. I've used several different brands of headphones with my Android, and never had any issues at all. If you can read, you can connect two devices on Android. I see you mentioned that Airpods let you share a Bluetooth connection. Only AirPods let you do that - on Android, the same can be done out of the box with a sufficiently new combo of headphones and Android device. (Assuming that if you pay the extra for AirPods Pro which are just AirPods minus the selling point of portability anyway, you have the income to buy recent enough smartphone and bluetooth headset.) (Also yes, I DID hear you talk about it as well, I just wanted to use it as a point for my argument here.) Most advantages of the ecosystem boil down to things that A) are already a feature in Android devices, (some of them for generations before Apple thinks to add these things) or B) are completely pointless to add (removing the headphone jack caused most other manufacturers to do the same to keep up. I'm not going to write you another essay within this essay to explain why this is a bad thing). Sure, things like unlocking your pc when you step up to it with your watch are cool and all, but when that PC breaks and you need replacement parts, you are locked into what Apple can provide and as such are paying a premium for the privilege of a name and an aesthetic. Apple products thrive on their reputation, and while I'm not saying they are bad - not at all! I've got an iPad myself, and it is a great device, but if it wasn't for one feature the iPad has (Apple Pencil) that they doggedly refuse to let others play with*, I'd have gotten an Android device as well. (*Pointing this out since on Android, there have been collabs between WACOM and Samsung as well as pen manufacturers.) Overall, Apple is not a bad product in a vacuum of 'does it perform very very well', but the price and the fact that if I get a product by Apple, I'm stuck begging them for help when there is an issue makes the whole argument die before it can even be asked at all for me. And yes, call me poor if you'd like, but I do not see the point of paying a premium for barely above standard hardware. About your video though - I enjoyed your explanation and they way you spoke! It feels very human, like you are a real person who uses these products rather than just 'here are the specs, they wok', if that makes sense. Kind of the different between a sales person trying to sell me something or actually trying to offer me help to decide what item is best for me, ya know.

The way I view the ecosystem war between the Western Brands (Apple, Google & Samsung) is accessibility. (I say Samsung is western because it know by most of the western world and possibly protected by the western governments e.g US ban of Huawei as they were possibly surpassing Samsung in 2018/19, Also Samsung's new fit 3 is can and has been compared as a 1 for 1 copy of Huawei Watchfit line... all theories that people have)… Apple is so far ahead in this department as many regions of the world don’t have either a single Pixel product or in Samsung case hasn’t really exported their laptops. This after many generations have gone by. Apple on the other hand can be found in most regions and surprisingly in some very small villages. Yes some can say Apple has a head start in terms of years, but pixel is on it’s 9th year and The galaxy overhaul is in its 4th year. There is no more excuses. This is why despite the ban Huawei has continued to be able to ship to these regions as they still offer a product (sometimes even better in build & experience)there. In terms of the experience, there is a definite closing of the gaps between the big 3 brands and honestly will come down to style preference and UI preference

Brooo on sumsang the is quick share😭😭

What about Galaxy eco system

What's the difference between iCloud and GPhotos😕

U can literally use Quick Share on PC, Tablet, Smartphone and Laptop...

Seems like eventually you’ll find your AirPod, find my or not ;)

I think if they allowed Android users to sync with the Apple Watch, then a lot more people would buy the Apple Watch, because I can't imagine people buying an iPhone just because they want an Apple Watch. Also, this whole blue bubble/green bubble thing has to stop, just make all the bubbles blue.

you can sum up the apple ecosystem with one word: convenience. that’s it.

He said poor to us for straight a video 😂

I appreciate the video. Feels properly neutral when reviewing a product/s.

Thank you, for your comments as a user on Apple's ecosystem. Think that, Apple's ecosystem (i.e. the iPhone, iPad, and laptop computers ) have made the company many billions of dollars each year. However, I have never or do, I plan to ever join Apple's ecosystem. This means some devices that, I might otherwise buy (i.e. iWatch Ultra) never come to my home. Yet, Apple, Inc. is money size by saying you want to use our watch then buy our $1,000 iPhone Pro or $500 iPhone SE models. I am an old Steve Job's follower and the center of my Apple tech will always be my desktop. So, my only two Apple products are a desktop system and a basic iPad 9th generation 256GB with the data cell option. All my other tech devices, come from other companies (smile...smile).

I will consider switching to Apple when they come out with a folding phone. I use my Samsung Z Fold 4 all the time and don't want to give it up. Also, to purchase an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, iMac, Home Pod, Air Pods, and Apple TV is a lot of money.

Samsung can also use your phone as a webcam

The Apple ecosystem's quality is undeniable. It's very good. That said, there are two crucial things that keep me from ever joining it: it's a closed ecosystem and it's an expensive ecosystem. It'd be nice to use less expensive third party tech with the Apple stuff but Apple actively discourages it. Green vs. Blue bubbles for example. As such, because I prefer Windows computers for gaming and Pixel phones for the cameras (and both for their lower price), I won't buy an Apple watch, for example, because it won't play nice with those two. Oh well... can't have everything.

I... I already have 99% of the things you listed here as apple ecosystem exclusives...

....Worth the Money?......Yup !

7:05 is wrong. Other devices allow for double Bluetooth, Samsung of course has it on the Galaxy devices and calls it Dual Audio and even Xiaomi has it's own version named Bluetooth Audio Sharing. On top of that, they both allow for usage of ALL bluetooth devices, not only apple.

I use live listen as a baby monitor

I currently own Mac, Apple watch, Airpods, Airtag, iPhone of course. These products put together have changed the way I use the internet and they have enhanced my productivity quite a lot. In the end, nothing is perfect, every gadget has its positives and negatives and you have to pick your own devices and ecosystem according to your personal preference, needs and requirements. Great Video Mike! Love the fact that you also were comparing the apple ecosystem with the android side as well. nice comparison and explanation :) love from india!

Bro I feel so bad for you I only have 600 subs added up from all my accounts but like I’m not tryna say I have a lot but almost like famous that’s why you have impersonaters I have one 2

apple's ecosystem is really nice but i honestly like the freedom that apple doesn't offer. their computers and watches are really nice but the phones are usually beat by androids. apple stuff just really doesn't work with other brands the way windows and android devices do

Any thing apple watches can do samsung can do. Why pay all the extra for apple that free with google.

Mac, iPhone, iPad to summarize is the base apple ecosystem

Siri is not "just another voice assistant", it is the WORST voice assistant there is.

Bros testing android vs Apple ecosystem but he should be testing Samsung vs Apple or another brand and just use that brand

Nice video. Yeah, I like the Apple Ecosystem for all of what you mentioned. I have quick and easy access to all my devices by simply logging into my account. No complicated setup process and everything just works as expected and even better than at times.

im a lifelong samsung user but playing with the thoughts to switch to an Iphone just to have the comparison

The Vision Pro chose to wear jeans on the wrong day and doesn’t belong in the ecosystem.

My Samsung Tab S9, Watch 6, and Z Flip 5 integrate well. Samsung and Android allow much more flexibility and customization than the closed Apple system. Why spend thousands on an ecosystem that doesn't allow me to do what I want?

It's easier to type using all ten fingers rather vs using my eyeballs and pinching. Who'd have thought we'd be saying something like this one day?

This entire video is essentially an explanation of why Apple is getting slapped with antitrust right now

Not worth it, I have iPhone 13 Pro, Apple TV, 1st Gen AirPods and an M1 Pro MacBook Pro and it is perfect for me. Apple Watch and iPad or Vision Pro are not worth it imo