Why Blackberry over iPhone?

Blackberry 8520

Or why iPhone over Blackberry? Take note that the question is not which one is better because that is like asking whether a Mercedes Benz is better than a BMW, and vice versa. The debate will never end. Fans of each side will trumpet the perfection of their phones ad infinitum, thumping their chests like monkeys on Ecstasy. The fact of the matter is choosing a smartphone is governed by the same set of standards we use in picking our everyday outfits: It's a matter of personal preference and lifestyle.

So what do I like and what do I need?

• No to touch screens
• WiFi connectivity
• Camera (decent resolution)
• Bluetooth
• Compatibility with office apps (Adobe Acrobat, MS Office, etc.)

What I like about my Blackberry:

• Loud speakers
• Can talk while charging
• Easier to text
• Surfing and email! 
• Blackberry Messenger!

What I don't like about my new phone:

• Complicated interface
• Super-fast battery drain
• Unexpected charges (If you don't enroll in BIS, which can cost you between P300 to P1,000 a month, your BB is just like a normal high-end Nokia phone.)

So get a Blackberry if you:

• Don't like touch screens (like me)
• Are always on the go and need to access your work everywhere
• Want to tweet and IM 24/7!