Thursday, December 25, 2014

Homelite UT10580 Chainsaw vs iPhone 6

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Below is a comparison between the Homelite UT10580 Chainsaw and the Apple iPhone 6. Detailed specifications are not included as the devices are not typically compared.

Cost
The UT10580 is approximately $150.

The iPhone 6 is approximately $600.

Ease of use
The UT10580 has only a few controls : throttle control, pull starter, choke, on off switch and a fuel priming pump. There is also a chain tension screw.

The iPhone 6 has a home button, volume control and a camera button. The touchscreen can be unpredictable, like the other buttons as they are software dependent.

Features
The UT10580 is lightweight, has low kickback, a tip guard, low acoustical emissions, and reduced vibration to minimize user fatigue.

The iPhone 6 advertisements suggests users believe that they can become superb athletes, musicians, connect with loved ones etc., thanks to the phone.

Serviceability
The UT10580 uses standard parts such as the spark plug, bar and chain. An exploded view of the chainsaw is included in the manual.

The iPhone 6 is not serviceable. Specialized tools may be required to change the battery, screen or case.

Uses
The UT10580 can be used to cut wood for firewood, yard cleanup and ice sculptures.

The iPhone 6 is the fashion accessory par excellence, can be used for phone calls, sending and receiving SMS messages, taking photographs, surfing the internet and GPS. Software based applications can make the device even more versatile.

Range
The UT10580 uses gasoline, two cycle engine oil and bar oil. It can be used anywhere the fuel and oil can be transported.

The iPhone 6 can be used on, for internet connectivity or telephone calls, or off the mobile telephone network for photographs, viewing documents or videos. It can be charged using a solar panel or other power sources.

Hours of use
Extended use of the the UT10580 will cause fatigue due to the physical nature of the work.

With regard to the iPhone 6, it varies per user. Some people manage to watch full feature films on a the iPhone 6, where as others are annoyed to receive text messages or e-mail.

Emissions
The UT10580 complies with California small engine emissions requirements.

The iPhone 6 is compliant with international radio noise emissions.

Lasting appeal
The UT10580, like most chainsaws, will be indispensable tools decades.

Apple depends on consumer hype for their products. The iPhone 6 is no different. The days building up to the product launch and time following, for the sake of conversation, will justify the purchase of the iPhone 6 to some.  Changes in technology may make the phone obsolete in less than 10 years.

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