Converting your iOS application to Android: Part 1` discusses the importance of having an Android version of an iOS application, particularly considering revenue potential and user base size. Developing for both platforms can be time-consuming due to the vast number of Android devices with diverse specs. The article highlights differences in design guidelines, app distribution channels, and costs between Apple's Developer Program and Google's registration fee. It also emphasizes the need for testing on physical devices to identify issues not apparent in emulators. Ultimately, the author decided to migrate their popular application Subtitles Viewer from iOS to Android after years of consideration.