By now, everyone knows what an Apple iPhone is. In fact, with the new drop in price, everybody probably has an iPhone. The iPhone combines a phone, a music device, and a internet browsing device.

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.

Powering 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

Both devices have qwerty keyboards, however, neither device has the same keyboard as a normal desktop or laptop computer. The netbook has the edge when it comes to keyboard and typing. Its keyboard is around 80% of the size of a normal keyboard. The iPhone on the other hand has a small keyboard that can pretty much be typed on by two of your fingers. It is difficult to type, especially if you have a protective case on it. Winner: Netbook

Browsing The Internet On The Device

Apple safari as its limitations, but the version on the iPhone is more than adequate. Still, the Mozilla Firefox or Windows Internet Explorer are capable of viewing a lot more and it working. You can surf easier on netbooks, fill in forms quicker and open more windows. Winner is this category: 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

A netbook is going to cost you around $200 - $300. An unlocked iPhone will typically cost around $300 - $400 on eBay. If you are going to run the iPhone on AT&T’s mobile network, you can pick up an iPhone for $99. Since the majority of the world is not running AT&T, your best bet is the unlocked version of the iPhone. The winner: Netbook & iPhone

Overall, the netbook is the better choice for people looking for a portable computer.

Tags: Laptops

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