iPhone Vs. Blackberry Smartphone
The iPhone and BlackBerry devices are among the popular phones in the market. While both phones are useful, there are consumers who prefer one over the other. It is important to know the differences between the iPhone and BlackBerry devices so that you are informed the next time you shop for a phone.
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Data Plans
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The iPhone is exclusively featured by AT&T, while BlackBerry devices can be used by customers across different mobile carriers, from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and Sprint. In 2009, an iPhone data plan costs $30 a month with AT&T, while a BlackBerry Plan costs $35. For other service providers like Verizon, the monthly unlimited data plan for a BlackBerry device is about $50.
Price
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The current price for the newest released iPhone in 2009 is $199 with a 2-year contract, while the newest released BlackBerry Bold costs $300 with a 2-year contract. The older iPhone 3G model costs $99; this price is comparable to the BlackBerry Pearl model. Generally, BlackBerry phones are more expensive than the iPhone.
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Functionality
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BlackBerry devices are used widely in professional settings, with consulting companies providing BlackBerry devices to their employees. Companies also use BlackBerry services for corporate emails and data files. The iPhone allows users to download games and fun applications, giving it a reputation as a personal phone that is comparable to other Apple devices, such as the iPod.
Models
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Since its release in 2007, the iPhone has only had three models. RIM has released more types of BlackBerry devices since 2006. BlackBerry models include Curve, Pearl, Pearl Flip, Storm and the Tour. While BlackBerry models feature distinct physical features from each other, the iPhone models have minimal physical changes.
Keyboard
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Both the iPhone and BlackBerry phones have a keyboard in the QWERTY format. The main difference is that the iPhone has a touchscreen keyboard while the BlackBerry has a tactile keyboard for all the other models except for the Storm. The iPhone may also have an international keyboard, allowing users to type international characters, depending on the language. Since the BlackBerry has a fixed keyboard, it may not allow users the flexibility to set keyboard preferences.
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