First iPhone setup
I helped setup an iPhone for the first time today. Here is a quick summary of my findings:
Pros
- Amazingly easy setup on the Windows XP machine we installed it on. No disks or CD’s ship with the iPhone at all. The only requirement is that you have the latest version of iTunes installed. The activation and installation were SIMPLE…the way all installations should be.
- Nice form factor. Felt like a large candy bar and had more heft (a good thing) that I anticipated. Curved edges allow for easy pocketability and feels good in your hand.
- Amazing screen clarity and color.
- Web looks good and the ability to switch from portrait to landscape and zoom in and out of a page all work to make it a good experience overall.
- Synchronizes bookmarks and editing bookmarks is easy on the device.
- Out of the box, the phone is very responsive. Very little waiting when switching between applications.
- Large screen makes it easy for folks who use reading glasses to see and use a smart device.
- Sound clarity seemed good on both ends of the call. Did not try a headset with it yet.
Cons
- Cut, copy, and paste not available. This is a huge omission, in my opinion.
- Typing isn’t nearly as fast as on a keyboard smartphone like a Treo or Blackberry, but I have to admit that it was easier and more accurate than I anticipated.
- No one should ever use a cell phone when the drive, and the iPhone will make for some awfully distracted drivers if their owners attempt to use this device while driving except for maybe answering calls.
- Navigating contacts is really slow. With practice, perhaps an iPhone user can access their contacts at maybe 2-3 times that of a