Yes, I drooled over Apple’s entry into the mobile market, thanks to Steve Jobs’ usual marketing magic. But after some consideration, I decided the quad-band smartphone isn’t for me. Here’s why:

1. Nothing’s new. The vaunted multi-touch interface is something I don’t need. Because…
2. It’s 1.0. Even Apple’s Industrial Design team doesn’t get everything right the first try. Just ask Mr. MacBook.
3. Real keys are better than virtual ones. If you need to enter text quickly, touch-sensitive buttons aren’t recommended.
4. A scratch-magnet. The back is made of anodized aluminum. And a screen protector’s got the front covered, but what about the beautiful shiny metal framing the display?
5. Big screen = big vulnerability. I like keeping my gadgets in my pockets, along with keys, coins, and my assasin’s knife. The iPhone’s big display means there’s a big chance it will suffer big damage.

I actually have five more reasons why I won’t buy the iPhone when it first comes out. To find out what they are, go and grab the May-June 2007 issue of Mobile Philippines from your local newsstand (click the thumbnail on the left for a bigger version). The hot Priscilla Meirelles challenges Kelly Misa for the crown of The Sexiest Mobile Philippines Cover Girl Ever.