You can use this guide to choose suitable Android or iOS devices for APOC. It outlines the minimum requirements for security and performance, along with recommended specifications to support day‑to‑day use in care settings.
Operating system requirements
The operating system (OS) is the only mandatory requirement in these specifications. Devices must run an OS version that continues to receive security updates throughout their working life.
Android
Minimum (as of March 2026): Android 13 (API 33)
For purchases from mid‑2026 onwards, treat Android 14 as the effective minimum
iOS
Minimum: iOS 18
Recommended: iOS 26
⚠️Important: You must check the current OS support status from Google and Apple when purchasing devices. A device may fall out of support within 12–18 months if updates are not provided.
Processor and memory
These specifications help ensure devices run APOC smoothly and support common care‑home workflows.
Android
Processor baseline: Octa‑core at 1.8GHz
Preferred: 2.0GHz or higher
RAM baseline: 4GB
Preferred: 6GB for frequent multitasking
Storage minimum: 64GB
Preferred: 128GB to reduce storage management
iOS
Any device capable of running iOS 18 has suitable performance for APOC.
Display requirements
Staff need clear, visible screens that support documentation, scanning, and clinical images.
Display sizes
Minimum: 6 inches
Preferred: 6.5 inches for clinical use
Android resolution
Preferred: Full HD (1920 × 1080)
Workable: HD (1280 × 720) on smaller displays
iOS resolution
All iPhones that support iOS 18 exceed these requirements.
Camera requirements
Camera quality is important when teams capture wound images or scan medication barcodes.
Android
Minimum: 8MP rear camera with autofocus
Recommended: 13MP with autofocus and flash
Useful for:Wound care photography
Medication barcode scanning
iOS
All supported iPhones meet or exceed these requirements.
Connectivity requirements
Stable Wi‑Fi ensures APOC works reliably across care environments.
Recommended connectivity
Minimum: Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Preferred: Wi‑Fi 6 for busy sites with many connected devices
Battery requirements
Devices must last a full care shift under moderate use.
Battery guidance
Android
Devices with 4,000mAh batteries generally provide sufficient life, although real‑world performance varies.
iOS
All devices that can run iOS 18 meet the expected performance for a 12‑hour shift.
OS version currency
OS support changes regularly as vendors retire older versions.
📌Note: Review the current OS support status before each procurement to ensure devices remain secure and compliant. OS support may end within 12–18 months if a device does not receive updates.