What is it about Androids that make people go nuts for them?

[MattInMinnesota]

Without name calling (no calling someone a fanboy) or other types of belittling, can those of you prefer android phones over iphones please clearly explain what is is about androids that you love so much about them and why you feel they are superior to iphones. I'm looking for something beyond, because you can "root" it or because it has a bigger screen. I'm actually trying to learn here.

OK, on your marks, get set, go!