Mobile deathmatch rematch: BlackBerry vs. iPhone 3.0, side by side

The iPhone 3.0 OS takes on some of the BlackBerry's advantages for business users. See where the iPhone wins over the BlackBerry, and where the BlackBerry still prevails

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    Visual deathmatch rematch: BlackBerry vs. iPhone

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    Mobile main screens

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    Working with e-mails

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    Working with mail folders

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    Working with calendars

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    Working with contacts

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    Editing documents

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    Using copy and paste

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    Working with universal search

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    Adding new apps

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    Managing mobile apps

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    Navigating with maps

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    Using mobile-optimized content

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    Using the Web

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    Managing bookmarks

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Managing mobile apps

The iPhone (left) places all apps in its home screen, adding screens as needed. You can move apps around as desired and place any four in the row at the bottom, available in all app screens. The BlackBerry (right) places apps in multiple folders, so they're harder to find. You can rearrange apps and move them into any of seven preset folders.

Get the full details: Read our in-depth comparison feature to find out what's behind our conclusions.
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July 03, 2009

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