I don't own an iPhone or an Android phone, so I can't comment on that.
However, I do own an iPad, and I simply don't turn off the wifi, battery isn't much of an issue with the iPad.
In principle, I agree with both HansTWN and kjk.
The restrictions that Apple has placed on iOS is frustrating at times, but as I grow older I care less and less about tinkering with my computers and am willing to accept some restrictions to just have them work.
That being said, if you are the type that loves digging through the guts of Linux then you are also likely the type that has no problem jailbreaking an iOS product. I mean if you have to tweak the guts anyway, what is a few more steps in the long process really?
Of course, a guy at work has an Android phone and it is a nice product. So, just buy what you want. Competition helps us all.
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