Why do Americans prefer iPhones to Android phones?

[realpao]

an iPhone is more expensive than Android smartphones, but why do Americans prefer iPhones?

 

[USAFRet]

an iPhone is more expensive than Android smartphones, but why do Americans prefer iPhones?

Have any actual stats to back this up?
Verified numbers? Preferably listed by country.

My household has never had an iPhone, only android.
As well as most of the people I know.

 

[CParsons]

an iPhone is more expensive than Android smartphones, but why do Americans prefer iPhones?

Cost generally isn't a factor for US consumers when it comes to mobile devices because of the way carriers implement pricing. eg: Spread out over multiple months. Plus, US consumers carry a lot of debt. Additionally, a lot of US consumers are sold on the luxury factor. The more it costs, the more they have to have it to 'keep up appearances".

 

[Wolfshadw]

US Citizen here.

Only had Android "smart" phones. I have a hard time justifying spending so much on something I use so little (I don't even have an unlimited usage plan).

-Wolf sends

 

[USAFRet]

US Citizen here.

Only had Android "smart" phones. I have a hard time justifying spending so much on something I use so little (I don't even have an unlimited usage plan).

-Wolf sends

Same here.

Our phones are 'prepaid' only. For such little use, it IS less expensive.
We average $7.50/month each with TracFone.