Shoutbox

While I can't say I've been disappointed by the iPhone unveiling in terms of what it offers and how incredibly slick it looks -- I have no doubt it will be the best smartphone on the market by a huge margin -- I am probably not getting one. 

I had delayed purchase of an iPod and replacing my phone in anticipation of this and nevertheless, in strictly personal, "suits my needs" way, I am disappointed.  I had hoped for a much less flashy device that would fit the description of an iPod + basic GSM phone.  Perhaps I am "old school", perhaps it's just my lifestyle, but I don't own a smartphone now and really don't think I am missing anything.  I don't want a big device.  I don't want to be checking my email on my phone.  I certainly don't want to pay monthly for the data service plan that would require.  I don't even need a camera on my phone -- all it has to do is make calls and send text messages. 

June availability (I want something sooner) and Cingular (a carrier I don't use and don't especially like from what I keep hearing) are not good either.  I will have to think it over for a few days, but right now, I see myself just getting a Nano and a new phone of some sort (feel free to make suggestions).