Comments on: iPhone Gets Final Look from CrackBerry.com Kevin

By: Geo-Treo

Geo-Treo — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 17:28:06 +0000

Is the iPhone a smartphone? Absolutely. It's just a different take on a smartphone. In some ways--OSX roots, interface, syncing, web browsing--it is far smarter than the other devices in this comparison.

From Wikipedia: "A smartphone is a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities beyond a typical mobile phone, often with personal computer like functionality. There is no industry standard definition of a smartphone. For some, a smartphone is a phone which runs complete operating system software providing a standardized interface and platform for application developers. For others, a smartphone is simply a phone with advanced features."

Kevin's comments that the iPhone is a slow communications device are interesting. I personally find the speed factor in rapid-fire text messages and emails to be counterproductive--they just fool people into thinking they are working. I much prefer quality over quantity and find constant interruptions to be annoying. I approve of a device that is better at listening and reading as opposed to talking and responding.

I just wish the iPhone had a replaceable battery and GPS receiver and was offered on other phone carriers. AT&T doesn't even cover my area.

By: Overthrow

Overthrow — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 13:44:36 +0000

huh, we're having a meta-argument about whether the iPhone is a smartphone or not. I think that, in itself, proves my freakin point.

:cheers:

By: Dieter Bohn

Dieter Bohn — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:44:54 +0000

do you think the iPhone is a smartphone: yes or no, no qualifications. :rolleyes:

Define smartphone without quibbles or qualifications so I can. :rolleyes: back atcha!

By: Overthrow

Overthrow — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 11:56:03 +0000

do you think the iPhone is a smartphone: yes or no, no qualifications. :rolleyes:

By: Dieter Bohn

Dieter Bohn — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 11:35:00 +0000

I believe the fallacy in play here would be “straw man.” :p