Using The iPhone For Work Is A Chore

[Steve]

Joshua Topolsky, Engadget's Editor-In-Chief, tried to use his iPhone to get work done while waiting at a doctor's office and was, to say the least, unimpressed. In fact, using the iPhone for work actually turned out to be a chore.

You can read the article for the full experience, but his biggest complaints more or less in order were:

1. Lack of multitasking ruining his concentration
2. Lack of a physical keyboard making typing difficult
3. AT&T's poor coverage in New York City
4. Apple's notification pop-ups proving distracting

My favorite quote from the story? "The experience on an Android device, S60, the Pre, a BlackBerry, or even Windows Mobile just makes more sense."

So how does Windows Mobile stack up against Josh's points?

1. Windows Mobile has had multitasking since before it was Windows Mobile.
2. While not every device has a physical keyboard (like my Omnia), many do -- and in multiple different formats, like slide-out and QWERTYbar.
3. Windows Mobile devices are available on every major carrier in the U.S. and many minor carriers, allowing you to choose the carrier with the best coverage in your area.
4. Windows Mobile Professional allows customizing how notifications are displayed.

I wonder how many iPhone blogs will be reporting this story, much less agreeing with its conclusions.