"SMS" <scharf.steven@geemail.com> wrote in message
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> Robert A. Fink, M. D. wrote:
>
>> 4. The Apple iPhone appears to be a nice piece of equipment, but it
>> has several shortcomings, including having to work through iTunes,
>> battery replacement problems, a "mediocre" phone (by report), not
>> compatible with 3G service (I use ATT's Laptop Connect service); and
>> it remains relatively pricey.
>
> The iPhone is actually not all that pricey, but it's limited in
> functionality. Definitely wait for the new 3G model if going with the
> iPhone.
>
> The best choice is the HTC Tilt 8925 / TyTN II (Kaiser). This is far more
> fully featured than the iPhone, with 3G, voice-dialing, GPS, and a better
> OS. It's about the same price as the iPhone because you get a discount for
> a contract renewal.

Costco has the tilt, Comes with 12V cord leather case and a Bluetooth
headset which was the moto rechargeable one that was selling for 79.99.

The complete kit was 249.99 after rebate. Add all that to the iPhone, and
the iPhone is over twice the price.