The primary issue is that you can't with the standard iPhone/touch software copy files via USB from your PC. This is the lowest common denominator for ebook access with all other devices. In an increasingly connected world, the iPhone approach is a viable alternative but it does require your ebooks to be on a web server.
In addition to eReader ebooks, Stanza has announced future support for Adobe ePub and PDF ebooks. From their
press release:
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The integrated technology will allow Stanza users to enjoy eBooks sold or loaned by any retailer or library, who distribute eBooks protected with Adobe Content Server 4.
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This suggests that Stanza on iPhone/touch will be the first portable device able to directly download Adobe ebooks. The Sony requires download via a Windows or Mac PC.