QWERTY vs. Predictive Text : Which Is Quicker? FIGHT!

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The Symbian blog has posted up a genius report exploring whether the predictive text function on a keypad is in fact quicker than using a full PC-style setup.

They mention the excitement surrounding the E-series turning a corner with the Blackberry QWERTY-keyboard stylings of the new E71, and lined it up against the classic 12-button N95 layout and the middle ground of an E90. The subsequent tests are rather thorough, and the respective input mechanisms are really put through their paces. The winner?

The more you practice, the quicker you get. A bit of getting to grips with the wider layout of a smartphone, and your text speeds can begin to fly. However, those T9 predictive text freaks would need to make a big change to increase performance speeds on a full QWERTY layout (you know who you are…).

Visit their site if you want to see the breakdown in even further detail. Be warned, there are graphic depictions of both tables and text message imagery. You have been warned.

Source: Symbian Blog

Tags: BlackBerry, e71, n90, n95, Nokia