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Why you shouldn't buy the iPhone 3G on Friday {The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)}
Jul 9th 2008 9:56AM i mentioned the camera ;) didn't realize comment hierarchy was so important, eh?
Why you shouldn't buy the iPhone 3G on Friday {The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)}
Jul 8th 2008 2:20PM maybe apple is smarter than you, erica...
- where are you going to put the lens for a 5 or 3.2 mp camera. i'm sure you already know that image quality is in the optics not the silly megapixel rating. buy a sony if its that important.
- 3g should have been in the first one, but that wasn't apple's fault. they couldn't have gotten the number of radios they needed even if at+t's 3g network was up to speed [it wasn't].
- gps in your hand/phone is great and many more people will realize how much in a couple weeks.
- how long have you been involved with apple? i would think long enough to know this is how they do things. and no, you don't have any clue when the next bump will occur to the model line. the best chance is that we'll see a 32gb model in 6 mo. in fact why don't you continue to tell everyone to wait for the next bump every six months erica. no one would ever buy anything.
- i can't understand why everyone has tunnel vision about the at+t plans. the iphone plans aren't exclusive [save vvm], nor were they on first gen. this phone costs the same as every other smart phone plan... yep, really. same as blackjackII and centro and etc. yes, there's a little mail-in rebate right now for those [hmmm,i wonder why??], but normally the totals on the receipt and monthly bill are identical.
deal with it people! our dollar doesn't go as far as it could right now. thanks to ... well i won't get into that.
"If the speed issue isn't do-or-die for you, this is the upgrade to skip." -es
what do you mean? network speed is the ONE thing that has an effect on how quickly every function on the phone works.!.
erica, this article sucks.
do or don't get the phone i don't care. i wouldn't use this article as a basis for your decision.
TUAW Poll: What are you doing with your original iPhone? {The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)}
Jul 2nd 2008 4:38PM i, for one, am selling my iPhone. not for any other reason but i can get more than i paid for it. it seems to me just a fiscally responsible thing to do. yes, it accommodates my addiction to new technology [specifically apple]. the truth is it's not irresponsible. no one should be knocked for doing this. yes, everyone is up-in-arms about the rate hikes, but why were you all up in arms when they happen? instead of when they happened to the iPhone. its across the board. you can only avoid it for so long. if your carrier is cheaper ... it is, most likely, due to inferior network hardware that will be updated at some point. t-mob has the same pricing structure w/o unlimited m2m or rollover [which is great]. don't get me wrong i don't really like att. fewest dropped calls my ass. it's still the best option here in tulsa.
how is wifi with ~500ft range a substitute for 3g? i don't get that argument. sure i don't need 3g at the library, but yes i do need it riding around town ...or sitting at the gas station waiting on "what time is that movie at?" type situations. as long as i'm not moving wifi might [obviously not always] replace 3g, but isn't the point of this device constant connectivity. i'm on my laptop in most stationary situations anyhow. personally, wifi is NOT a substitute for constant connectivity, 3g/edge.
i really think the sad thing [this applies to all carriers and phones] is that we're still being charged for sms with a data plan. sms is data. how do the telcos get away with double-dipping? i am not worried about the extra 5$ for sms. in fact, i'm glad it's broken out. now i can DELIBERATELY avoid paying a cent for sms. i love the functionality, but refuse to pay what's being charged for it.
just to be clear:
current iPhone data = MediaMAX 200 Bundle = 15$ umlimited data & 5$ 200 sms
new iPhone data = all other personal data plans at at+t = 30$
cheers
iPhone 101: Eight 3G iPhone Plan Pricing Details You Need to Know {The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)}
Jul 1st 2008 6:02PM what are the 'less expensive' plans at t-mobile??? everything i looked at on their website was the same or more expensive compared to att. everone is always saying everthing is soooo much more expensive with att, but i never see any numbers.
and...
its more like,
15$ more for data [currently 15/data & 5/sms = 20/mo]
there needs to be a class action lawsuit against telcos for price gouging sms messages [price/byte is more than original 24/32/56k dialup connections]. or at least some fcc regulation. or my fav both.
AT&T announces iPhone 3G pricing plans {Engadget}
Jul 1st 2008 11:47AM wow... no wonder america's going down the drain. people are more concerned with getting money than gaining intelligence.
AT&T announces iPhone 3G pricing plans {Engadget}
Jul 1st 2008 11:40AM why don't you do some research before you post this inaccurate propaganda. look ,i don't think the unlimited data should be going up either, but it has for every other smart phone. why in the hell would the iPhone be left out? and taking the the 200 sms away is total bullshit.
lets get a few things straight though:
450 nationwide / unlimited data for 69.99/mo
-unlimited m2m
-no roaming
-rollover [i have almost 1800, i'll never get charged voice overage at this rate]
-3g data that is constantly being improved [and possibly WiFi hotspot access]
???
AT&T announces iPhone 3G pricing plans {Engadget}
Jul 1st 2008 11:31AM @ kal326:
where are these exaggerated phone prices at? all i see is 399$ 8gb [same as now] and 499$ for the 16gb [same as now]. how is this shocking or even mentionable. the pricing for these phones [unsubsidized] is no different than a comparable WinMo phone. Did this article change or can these people just not read.
8gb iPhone for 999$ and 16gb for only 300$ more!!!! 32gb soon for the same price as a macbook pro!!!!
bullshit people. the pricing isn't far from where it should be. will be in a few months when the 32gb model comes out...
Ask Engadget: Best backpack for traveling with gadgets? {Engadget}
Jun 20th 2008 2:27AM frick. i forgot about the booq i had for a couple weeks for the 17" mbp. maybe there's a reason why. didn't like it at all. behemoth. construction was not adequate for 200$+ backpack. returned it and got my money back.
Ask Engadget: Best backpack for traveling with gadgets? {Engadget}
Jun 20th 2008 2:21AM oops that Crumpler backpack i i speak of above was a King Single. one of the last ones with a blue interior.
Ask Engadget: Best backpack for traveling with gadgets? {Engadget}
Jun 20th 2008 2:12AM one of my strange obsessions:
i've been through about 4 bags in the last few years, and lived to tell about it. first was the Oakley SI [military grade build ... and weight!]. great design lots of room. solid. too expensive. way too heavy. second was the crumpler skivvy. fantastic, minimal bag that was very well constructed [probably would have outlasted the mac]. not much extra storage, but that was the point for me. both bags were for a 17" mbp, and both were messenger style. mistake. it was far too much weight for a single shoulder.
changed jobs and bought my own laptop.
a 15" mbp.
switched to backpacks.
i was really happy with the Skivvy. so, i stuck with Crumpler. the bag was, again, really well constructed. almost too well. the heavy material was stiff which made the oddly shaped bag hard to get into sometimes. the outside had 2 pockets that were large, but difficult to access. small stuff got lost in the black hole, and i found my sd card 2 months later. the inside was one huge compartment and a removable velcro sleeve. handy for a day pack or clothes, but not for gadgets. anyone who has heard of Crumpler before knows what's in the bag in my opinion. it's either a ba camera or laptop [often both].
finally, i found it. i have used Patagonia gear for years now, and was stoked to find that they recently started making computer bags. i picked up the Lightwire 25 at the local Backwoods [props]. love it. perfect. great fit, light weight, durable, cool fabric [literal & figurative], ideal design. you can check it out on their website [sorry i don't like linking]. the laptop compartment has a padded and elevated sleeve [up to 15.4", 2" thick]. this way when you set the bag down it's still a little off the ground, and there's room for a notebook/paperwork. middle compartment has a nice size mesh pocket at the top. great for small stuff that gets lost in the deep pockets. this compartment is exactly the size of a xbox360 with the power supply under, or day's worth of clothes [maybe 2]. the front pouch has a genius zipper shape that allows it to be opened one handed easily. its full of smaller pockets. perfect for a 2.5" external hdd, ipod/phone, check book, keys, etc. the fit is great. snug and breathable. the bag is slim and kinda collapses against your back when it's not full. several colors available now and for 120$ you'll be happy you spent a few extra bucks. they have always stood behind their products with confidence.
Patagonia Lightwire 25 = two thumbs up.
i would buy another one if it were stolen tomorrow. good luck
