Almost anyone knows what an iPhone is. The iPhone has been at the center of almost all technology discussions over the last few years. That being said, most people don't have any idea what a netbook is. A netbooks is a mini laptop designed for customers on a budget or those wanting a smaller solution to their full size laptop.
The iPhone definitely has some similarities to the family of netbooks. The question is, which is a better device? We will look at a few functions of each device.
Turning The Device On
Both have a simple on button but time to take to load up varies. With Linux, the time can be as short as 15 seconds, although Windows XP will take longer. The iPhone will take around 20-25 seconds from turning on to being ready to use. Winner is this category: Netbook
Typing On The Device
Typing on both isn't the same as on a desktop, but the netbook still has the edge here. It has a full qwerty keyboard rarely less than 80% the size of a full size keyboard. It takes practice to type quickly on the iPhone's 3.5" touch screen - I find it fastest with two thumbs, but accuracy is compromised. If you need to be accurate, using the corner of your finger helps. Still, it's difficult; especially when you've got a protective case on to stop scratching the back. Winner is this category: Netbook
Browsing The Net
The iPhone is limited in its browsing functions simply because of the Safari browser. Netbooks are capable of running Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, and Safari. You can surf the internet much easier with a netbook than an iPhone. Winner: Netbook
Portability
The Apple iPhone can fit in just about any pocket. The netbook has to be carried in a bag or in hand. The obvious winner is: iPhone
Cost Of The Device
A netbook will usually cost around $200 - $300. Most netbooks will not ever cost more than $300. iPhones range in price with the cheapest version costing around $99 (if you are running on the AT&T network). If you are looking for an unlocked iPhone, they are usually costing buyers around $400 to $500. Winner: Netbook
Overall, the netbook is the better choice for people looking for a portable computer.
The iPhone definitely has some similarities to the family of netbooks. The question is, which is a better device? We will look at a few functions of each device.
Turning The Device On
Both have a simple on button but time to take to load up varies. With Linux, the time can be as short as 15 seconds, although Windows XP will take longer. The iPhone will take around 20-25 seconds from turning on to being ready to use. Winner is this category: Netbook
Typing On The Device
Typing on both isn't the same as on a desktop, but the netbook still has the edge here. It has a full qwerty keyboard rarely less than 80% the size of a full size keyboard. It takes practice to type quickly on the iPhone's 3.5" touch screen - I find it fastest with two thumbs, but accuracy is compromised. If you need to be accurate, using the corner of your finger helps. Still, it's difficult; especially when you've got a protective case on to stop scratching the back. Winner is this category: Netbook
Browsing The Net
The iPhone is limited in its browsing functions simply because of the Safari browser. Netbooks are capable of running Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, and Safari. You can surf the internet much easier with a netbook than an iPhone. Winner: Netbook
Portability
The Apple iPhone can fit in just about any pocket. The netbook has to be carried in a bag or in hand. The obvious winner is: iPhone
Cost Of The Device
A netbook will usually cost around $200 - $300. Most netbooks will not ever cost more than $300. iPhones range in price with the cheapest version costing around $99 (if you are running on the AT&T network). If you are looking for an unlocked iPhone, they are usually costing buyers around $400 to $500. Winner: Netbook
Overall, the netbook is the better choice for people looking for a portable computer.
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