So you’ve seen the iPhone’s lovable side, now check out five reasons on why you shouldn’t buy the iPhone, or at least this version. Disagree? Then please leave us a comment with your thoughts.

No 3G Support

Without 3G support, users won’t be able to download/stream data faster than 1Mbps. HSDPA allows for data transfer speeds of up to 1.8MBps.

Integrated Battery

Like the iPod, the iPhone has an integrated battery, which means you’ll have to send your unit back to Apple when it dies.

Camera

Though not many use their phone primarily for taking photos, its 2.0-megapixel camera can’t compete with Samsung’s (5.0-megapixel F700; 3.0-megapixel F520) offerings.

Locked to Cingular Network

If you happen to switch to another GSM carrier, such as T-Mobile, you won’t be able to use your iPhone on their network.

No QWERTY Keypad

Having a multi-touch display is nifty and all, but a slide out QWERTY keypad is definitely a feature that should’ve been included — messaging, email, etc.

So you’ve seen the iPhone’s lovable side, now check out five reasons on why you shouldn’t buy the iPhone, or at least this version. Disagree? Then please leave us a comment with your thoughts.

No 3G Support

Without 3G support, users won’t be able to download/stream data faster than 1Mbps. HSDPA allows for data transfer speeds of up to 1.8MBps.

Integrated Battery

Like the iPod, the iPhone has an integrated battery, which means you’ll have to send your unit back to Apple when it dies.

Camera

Though not many use their phone primarily for taking photos, its 2.0-megapixel camera can’t compete with Samsung’s (5.0-megapixel F700; 3.0-megapixel F520) offerings.

Locked to Cingular Network

If you happen to switch to another GSM carrier, such as T-Mobile, you won’t be able to use your iPhone on their network.

No QWERTY Keypad

Having a multi-touch display is nifty and all, but a slide out QWERTY keypad is definitely a feature that should’ve been included — messaging, email, etc.

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