Jim Goings (not verified) Says: Thu, 2008-02-21 12:36
While most of your points are valid, I think there are many other features that further distinguish the two devices that are more important.
For example, the BB has a better ability to add software. You have to crack the iPhone to do that (for now).
The iPhone's browser kicks the BB any day. It is critical to be able to zoom, rotate, and slide around easily on a full size web page when viewed on a small screen. I have had a BB for the past 10 years and I have never browsed the net as much as I do now with my iPhone. It works great (although I wish they supported flash).
The touch interface takes some getting used to but I don't see myself going back. I don't have much trouble typing on the iPhone at all.
Visual voice mail is awesome - an iphone only feature. Fast forward, rewind, pause, and delete email without actually calling a "voice mail system". It's just there on your phone like magic.
UI is intuitive and easy to use on the iPhone. The BB has lots of nuances (more so than the iPhone imo) and with the scroll wheel it just takes longer to navigate than I like.
The music player is light years ahead of the BB. Album art, screen controls from anywhere on the iPhone, etc. Like an iPod on steroids.
Streaming YouTube. Sure, it's a bit gimmicky, but it sure is fun and has become something I do almost daily for a few minutes before bed.
Your point about the price is compelling however. :)