Apple vs Android vs Microsoft - Simplified

Apple

Best in class hardware, for both computers and phones.

Has always lagged in software features and quality, in both computers and phones.

Android 

Best in class software for phones.

Hardware options available from budget to class-leading, but only for phones.

No high-end hardware options for computers. 

Microsoft 

Poor options in both hardware and software.

But highest market penetration, in both business and gaming software options.