I'm planning to buy an iPhone next month, lets skip the good parts... Everyone is talking about the good of iPhone that i already know.
So can anyone tell me what is the disadvantages for iPhone??

I heard the touch screen is not so perfect, and the battery can't last for a long time(not more than 2-3days).
Is it true? Pros...pls give some advices...Thx

Imho the battery depends on what you're doing with it - My battery didn't even last the day when I first got the phone, mainly because I turned everything on and plays with the phone a lot (of course la right, new phone!).

To me the touch screen is one of the most responsive out there. I've tried HTC Touch with a major disappointment. I don't quite get what you mean "not so perfect". Maybe you can elaborate more in that?

Disadvantages that I can see so far:
- Bluetooth - only restricted to bluetooth hands-free, and it doesn't support A2DP for stereo output. You can't send/receive/sync files with iPhone's bluetooth.

- Camera is so-so, although image quality is decent, it is very basic (only capture). However you can install 3rd party app like Snapture and get more features like digital zoom, black & white, resolution selection, burst shot, etc.

- Limited in customization for not very technically inclined users, unless if you're willing to dive deep into the WinSCP/SSH world, then you can do wonders

To me, if you're looking for an ipod, and don't want to carry 2 devices (ipod, phone) in your pocket - then the iPhone would be a good choice. If you're looking into cutting edge technology (3G, 5mp camera, etc) then maybe iPhone isn't for you.

iPhone is more towards usability improvement for phones, rather than "putting every latest technology into one device" like what most other smartphone manufacturer is doing.

i don't know what yo mean by the touch screen is not so perfect ..
if it's broken/faulty.. then any touch screen product also won't be perfect
if it's not brobken/faulty .... then it's better than any product other there ..

if warranty is your concern then Iphone is not for you ..
if battery is your concern , then iphone for you .. but probably NOKIA is ....
for a battery that can last up to 2.5 days of normal phone usage(*abit of wifi ...*) ...and charging time using USB power in an 1hour is very very good...

camera is 2MPs ... and it's much much better than my N70 2MPs camera .. downside, no flash .. but then again , phone flash .. are pretty useless ... unless it's those N95/SonyEricsson camera phone ...

Can Iphone set our custom ringtone yet?

yes but you must do some "editing" to the file ..
it cannot just assign MP3 as ring tone ... want to know how? use the "search" button

I think the major limitation that we have is the unavailability(cost) of EDGE. You gotta keep your phone connected all the time to fully utilize the phone.

YouTube
IM
Safari Browser
Google Map
Email

another this is it looks and feels more fragile compared 2 other phones. makes u paranoid if u're not using any protection on it.

honestly,if u're looking for a good phone,iphone is not the one.but if u're looking for an extraordinary ipod,iphone is the best choice for u.u don't have to buy and ipod and a phone.

Yup Bro, thats 100% true. Iphone is equipped apps is most about internet and multimedia, and without a reliable internet connection there is no way we can utilize this 100%.

I thought the ringtone can customize after u cracked the latest software? And the bluetooth can also sync with others already right?

When will be the 3G iPhone release?? June?July?

Battery cannot change ourselves EASILY when out of juices..

i disagreed on your quote on iphone touch screen is not so perfect...go n try any pocket ppc, then u knw iphone is much much better and quick respond.

Theres portable battery charger/car charger. Should fix the problem

Coner32 why arent you waiting for another month for the second generation if you're planning to buy in May?

what i mean was after it reach the battery life time, we cannot change to new battery ourselves.

Anyone can comfirm or prove the new generation of iPhone will launch in next few months??? If yes then maybe i will consider to wait... XD

Btw... If i order iPhone online will apple send it to M'sia??? Cause is much more cheaper...$499 => RM1560-1570

This post has been edited by Coner32: Apr 26 2008, 05:27 PM

Haha, I beg to differ. The iPhone feels way more solid than all the other phones out there, in terms of build and weight, mainly because everything is sealed in, other than the SIM card lid. I do agree, however, that all users will be paranoid about keeping it safe. It's an iPhone, for crying out loud!

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Added on April 26, 2008, 6:01 pmIt's definitely coming out in the next few months. And you can't order from the US Apple store. What you can do is, get someone from the US to bring one back for you. You can ask them to ship it back here, but if the package gets stopped by the customs, then SIRIM+tax = RM4-500 more + a lot of wasted time.

Bottom line, if you have friends in the US/UK, ask them to buy. If not, just get from the local sellers, more expensive but a lot less hassle.

This post has been edited by blackchides: Apr 26 2008, 06:01 PM

But i think 3G iphone def will be more expensive as well,
MORE FUNCTION = MORE $$$
So is up to you weather wait or buy now...but if coming Iphone come with 3G function,are u reli going to use it?

not good enough with the touch screen?
It is MULTI TOUCH SCREEN!
its never been found in any touch screen phone before and now~
the battery not lasting is depend on how you use your phone...and the screen on iphone is perfect on colour and the resolution...so maybe it baterry will using faster a little bit than other pda phone...but no different~

the disadvantage is its expensive...

APPLE = EXPENSIVE