A through review of the iPhone? I’ve found it (in 5 parts so far), by Paul Thurrott on his SuperSite. Be sure to read all five parts (and compare it to what you know of the 8525). Here’s some excerpt to get you there: As a long-time PDA and smart phone user, I have certain [...]
This does not need words. (So, I’m Johnny-come-lately to this story, but in any event, if this performance doesn’t touch you, perhaps you should have your barometer checked.)
Updated news from Techcrunch reports: VOIP start-up Fring has closed an estimated $12 million second round, led by US VC fund North Bridge Venture Partners. VenFin and previous investors Pitango, Veritas and Yossi Vardi also participated. If the investment estimate is accurate, it would be one of the larger rounds for a VOIP company. Fring [...]
Per the New York Times (by John Schwartz), A team of computer security consultants say they have found a flaw in Apple’s wildly popular iPhone that allows them to take control of the device. I am not one of those people smirking at those smug Apple zealots who have constantly regurgitated the mantra that “with [...]
[*Update: If you are considering purchasing from Wirefly/Inphonic online (and you think their rebates look promising), you might consider it due diligence to at least review and consider: D.C. Sues InPhonic Over Rebate Restrictions; Cell phones: Poor customer support from Inphonic.com/Wirefly.com; and Ripoff Report: InPhonic. I cannot vouch for the accuracy of any of that [...]
So straight to the comparison: vs. Price: (w/2-yr plan) iPhone is $500-$600 while 8525 is $300; Display: 3.5 inches vs 2.8; Menu: i comes with “essential features” at main display; 8525 allows selection of such for “Today” display; Interface/entry: i has touchscreen control for everything (what if it has a problem), and vertical qwerty on [...]