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The introduction of Apple’s iPhone has been heralded by many as a device to revolutionize the telecommunications sector. To some degree, this is true. What the iPhone does, it does well, with sleek and innovative design. But the problem lies in what the iPhone doesn’t do, which to a degree might actually be more important than what it does do. Because at $500–$600 it isn’t exactly a bargain buy. Apple may soon have a fierce competition on its hands with rumors swirling around about a similar device being released by Google. The mysterious Google Phone is in a unique position to take advantage of the weaknesses of the iPhone and provide consumers with a superior product. As of yet, Google Phone exists only in blurred Loch Ness-esque pictures floating around the Internet. If and when it does finally release, here are some features I’d like to see that could really put the squeeze on the iPhone.

1. Non-Exclusive Distribution — One of my biggest issues with iPhone is that it’s exclusively distributed with Cingular, meaning if you want to use an iPhone you have to switch to service provided by Cingular. For some people, this isn’t a problem. But what if you live in an area where Cingular’s coverage isn’t as good? Or what if you have a long-term commitment with another provider? Then kiss your iPhone dreams goodbye, because you won’t be able to use the phone without using Cingular. I think Google Phone has a real opportunity here to step in and take the customers that might have purchased an iPhone, but didn’t because of limitations on service. If Google Phone launches with a non-exclusive distribution, it gives consumers the freedom to choose what service works best for them, and gives Google Phone a much wider base of possible customers.
2. Open Platform — I don’t think I’m alone in using my phone as more than just a phone. Anyone that’s been trapped on a busy commuter train while it’s stalled for the umpteenth time knows that sometimes phones can provide relief in your ability to play games, check the news, or even catch up on some work while you’re waiting. iPhone is inflexible in this regard. It is a closed-platform device, meaning that what it comes with is all you can do with it. There are no third-party browsers, no RSS feeds, no games, no checking your reference materials. Apple is the only one who can create programs for the iPhone. While the basic platform of iPhone may be great, this is a seriously limitation in its versatility and appeal to savvy customers. Why upgrade to something that does less that your current phone? Google Phone would be wise to make their system more similar to that of other smart phones. It’s my feeling that a phone should be able to adapt to my needs. I shouldn’t have to adapt to its capabilities.
3. More Storage — Now, this may seem like a petty complaint, seeing as how the largest of the iPhones comes with 8GB of storage, but the iPhone is being marketed as a device that will make it unnesscessary to carry both a phone and an iPod. To really match the capabilities of both, the iPhone is going to need a heck of a lot more storage than it’s currently offering. I, for one, like having options of what I can listen to on the go, and tend to leave a majority of my music catalog on my iPod at all times. But if you want to have videos and movies on there as well, that doesn’t leave much room. Granted, this is considerably more than most MP3 phones are currently offering, but that’s no excuse. I am hoping that Google Phone will exceed the iPhone in this regard, especially if it’s going to be a video player as well.
4. High Speed Internet Access — For all the talk about iPhone being a great way to download music, browse the Web, look at Google Maps, etc., it is locked by its connection with Cingular into using the EDGE network. What this means is near dial-up level speeds, not the near-DSL speeds of 3G phones. I realize that the addition of 3G technology puts a big drain on battery life (another issue with the iPhone) but in many places in Europe and for businesspeople here in the U.S. a phone without 3G capabilities is simply unacceptable. And let’s not forget about WiFi Google Phone would be at a great advantage to be able to connect to WiFi as it would allow users to surf the web and even make VoIP calls (something that might truly revolutionize the telecommunications sector) all while hanging out at their favorite WiFi hotspot. Google Phone could easily step onto the market with a product that allows for high-speed connections. I think I would almost expect it, given that Google built its empire on Web-based enterprises.
5. Removable Battery — This may just be me, but I have a hard time trusting Apple with battery life after the pathetic performance of the battery in my iPod. And while I know they’ve improved the performance of their batteries, they haven’t made it any easier to change the battery in any of their devices without special tools and a lot of patience. The iPhone isn’t any different in this respect. The battery is built into the system just like the iPod. What might suffice for an iPod is a lot more difficult to get by with on a cell phone. If the Google Phone featured a more easily accessible battery, I’d feel a lot better using all the features of the phone without worrying about the phone going dead.

I don’t doubt that despite its limitations the iPhone will sell like hot cakes once it’s released. (It’s hard to resist when it’s just so pretty!) But if Google were to come out with a phone that was just as sleek but could do more, the choice for a lot of consumers — at least those not blinded by brand loyalty — would be simple. I know that I for one would rather have a phone with more flexibility in how I’m able to use it than one that looks pretty in the few minutes it sees the light of day outside of my pocket or bag.

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