Major shortcomings of the iPhone

3G standards, third-party applications, integrated instant messengers, Wi-Fi calls are some of the features that the first version of the iPhone didn't have. This makes many people ask big questions to Apple and the second generation iPhone.

It is possible that the iPhone is the best phone ever, but for technical people, it is still not enough to help Apple 'fans' around the world satisfy a thirst for a session. New, more complete version. They require more features in this phone. In particular, some features are obvious, some are essential, others are luxurious.

Experts have suggested some missing features and need to supplement with iPhone, the order is ranked according to increasing importance:

More complete customization

You can use a photo as a background image, but you cannot change the arrangement of the application keys on the home screen. You also can't 'get rid of' them to a subpage. Apple firms like to annoy users when space is reserved for four new applications on the iPhone's home screen.

After Apple's first bug fix update, we still don't know what additional applications Apple will provide. Meanwhile, we can use that space for shortcuts (like shortcuts) - for example, turn on or off Wi-Fi, because most users don't want the Wi-Fi feature to 'consume' batteries of iPhone when they are not in use

Ring tones as you like

Those who love Apple look forward to more on the iPhone ( Photos: iPhonematters )

Currently, you can only select the Apple ringtones built into the iPhone. This is silly, the only reason we can think of is that Apple or AT&T has a 'conspiracy' to make money when forcing users to pay for downloading ringtones from somewhere to the computer.

For teenagers, this may be normal but it is uncomfortable for older people. If users buy a song on iTunes, and they want to use it as a ringtone, there is no reason - even DRM (Digital Right Management) - does not allow them to do so.

What about services like GarageBand? Can users create custom ringtones with Apple's own music composer application?

Integrated instant messaging application

Currently, you can only send text messages to another mobile phone via the SMS application (short message service). The iPhone phone helps you store these messages in iChat virtual voice application, but it's not as convenient as IM.

In another case, you want to contact a friend who is using a networked computer but does not use mobile. You must then use a third-party Web service through the integrated Safari application, but the connection and login process is too complicated.

An integrated iChat for iPhone applications will be the key to resolving these problems, especially if it connects with other major IM service providers. Users will then be able to send photos, video clips or audio via IM conveniently.

Voice over Wi-Fi

This is a problem because mobile carriers are still too tied to the minute-to-minute billing model. If you only need 450 minutes a month from AT&T service provider because you use Skype software, AT&T will not be able to sell you a 750 minute service pack.

Video

The iPhone has a 2.0 megapixel camera but can't record movies, while it can be equipped with a better resolution camera or at least some essential video recording features. If an old Motorola Razr can film, why not iPhone?

Similarly, the iPhone's recording feature is completely absent. If a speakerphone can hear the voice, why can't the iPhone record? It's not necessary to have a high quality mic, but if it's good enough for audiovisual content, it's also convenient.

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Some users may be satisfied with the three-point navigation system (based on the distance of the mobile phone with the nearest 3 mobile broadcast stations), while others prefer to use real GPS features. The built-in device. Undoubtedly, Google Maps is a great application, but GPS is in a completely different 'class' of usability.

In addition, you can combine location awareness with business applications, as well as family-friendly applications (although GPS cannot work in high-rise buildings).

Memory choice

For the purpose of increasing memory capacity, an additional memory card is not a bad solution. Of course, the memory card slot will somehow break the aesthetics of the gorgeous iPhone. Therefore, perhaps it should not require more at Apple, but it is clear that more memory is better, and even better if the company can upgrade the memory for iPhone when the battery replacement time limit has come.

The battery is removable

A removable battery will at least allow customers to replace it on the spot without having to return the iPhone to Apple in case of a malfunction.

However, many people believe that the removable battery will affect the aesthetic factor of the iPhone - any openings or gaps mean you will have to reinforce the slots or joints for the iPhone. , while no one wants to own an iPhone too 'bulky'. Even so, just thinking of one day having to carry the iPhone to replace the battery, many users are bored.

Business e-mail

Microsoft Exchange / Outlook and Lotus Domino / Note enterprise-level email connectivity is even more powerful if Apple invests more time in this area. Business email is actually very complicated, and Apple's rivals in this area have spent many years building effective solutions, some of which have been patented.

Wireless synchronization

Currently, you can only sync iPhone via a USB cable. This action cannot be performed with Wi-Fi. Of course, there will be increased risks of security and complexity in the setup, but this feature should still be available to most users, including users on the Windows operating system. Synchronizing via Bluetooth is also a must, although this standard is slower than Wi-Fi.

iPhone as a Modem Buetooth

By connecting your laptop to your iPhone and using it as a Bluetooth modem, you can access the web with your laptop with AT&T unlimited data plan. Of course, this feature also has the reverse side of a group of iPhone users who block AT & T's data network for bad purposes. However, for business people and tourists, this is a very useful service.

To-do list is easy to synchronize

IPhone's built-in recording app is quite good. However, it should have an equivalent application on Mac OS X and PC to be able to synchronize with the iPhone. It can be integrated in iCal, and will most likely come with the next version of OS X. A mini iPhone application that can create to-to lists on Mac and PC will be very convenient.

Control spam

If Apple could somehow apply spam filters and controls similar to the Mac's Mail program to the iPhone, it would be great. Of course, that will cause problems for PC users. When a client's heavily spammed mail account cannot be used on the iPhone, it means that the customer should have a spam filter from the server side of the corresponding account.

Voice dialing

You can still use the iPhone in the traditional way: dial the number or access the menu and go to contact list. But remember this is a modern phone, it should hear your voice commands, at least with 10 priority phone numbers you set up.

Support Flash

Adobe's Flash plug-in is considered a "miracle" that makes many websites more interesting and useful, and allows websites to provide videos. Apple has built-in YouTube in the iPhone, but there is still another world - a world of Flash websites.

3G

'Faster loading' is required by all service users. AT & T's 3G network meets that requirement, but since it cannot offer 3G networks across the US, the iPhone must use EDGE technology (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Revolution) which is much slower.

Some analysts said that due to customer pressure since the iPhone was first introduced in January 2007, iPhone phones using 3G networks may appear in 2008.

Third-party applications upon request

Currently, iPhone users can access many applications on the Web, but they are not the same as integrated applications. It is hard to say whether Apple will turn to integrated applications and when, because it does generate problems anyway. Nobody wants their iPhone broken, especially at urgent times.

A contact-type special application that allows you to save shortcut access keys to Web applications is a reasonable choice. Identification and login can take place at the same time for end users, and only skilled users are interested in using third-party web applications, because they can handle those Complex problems arise.

Some mixed features

A number of very popular iPhone features include the ability to cut paste in applications - use the 'multiple tap' operation to select a word, a sentence, a paragraph or a page - and Business people seem to be very 'interested' in the ability to edit Word or Excel documents instead of just reading them.

In addition, the iPhone does not have integrated games, but perhaps there are no more games than letting some silly games take over the hard drive and on the screen. The method of adding songs to a drag-and-drop iPhone is also very convenient, rather than updating playlists and syncing.

The most interesting - and somewhat exotic - feature is the flash mode when the iPhone emits white light. This is not necessarily a bad idea, especially for those who stay up late and do not want to wake up the wife when climbing into bed.

It's great to browse iTunes online, but downloading music often creates problems for AT&T networks. However, it is therefore necessary to use Wi-Fi technology. Speaking of music, people who like to use Bluetooth headsets also want to have stereo sound support.

For some inexplicable reasons, the touch screen keyboard will not be able to switch to a horizontal orientation for all applications. The irony is that when you compose an e-mail it is time you want to have the most horizontal mode.

Finally, of course, many people want to buy an iPhone and simply use it with any carrier that they like. Maybe, one day .

Nguyen Nam