COMMENT 322318
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2012-09-20 03:05 PM |
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Oh I'll be there. But not to stand IN the line. I'll be standing just outside the line, smoking my cigarettes and laughing at all the momo sheeple as they choke on my smoke.
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COMMENT 322325
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2012-09-20 03:11 PM |
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I don't understand the waiting in line thing. If there were limited amounts forever and nobody could get one in, like, another seven to ten days, then maybe I could understand it. But it's going to be available to everyone, eventually. What is so lacking in someone's life that they will line up for a PHONE? Maybe it's fun, if you do it with a group of friends or as a kind of adventure. But the people I've seen lining up always look anxious, frustrated and like they distinctly aren't having fun. I just...I don't get it!
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COMMENT 322327
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2012-09-20 03:12 PM |
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$30 adapater! 4G lte! 5 rows of icons! Updated Siri! Turn by turn navigation! Only a year late, suckers!
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COMMENT 322333
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2012-09-20 03:18 PM |
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iPhone5 - oh boy wow. Competing Android products have had the same technology for sometime with HD displays - so don't try to sell me on the retina stuff. And 327 is right - just finally getting 4G and turn by turn voice. Apple did not invent the smart phone or the tablet people - stop saying they did.
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COMMENT 322337
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2012-09-20 03:20 PM |
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Nobody made touchscreen, multi-touch smartphones before Apple though. So there's that. Or 300+ppi screens on said smartphones before Apple. Anyways. Stupid argument about smartphones. No one's gonna convince anyone of anything.
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COMMENT 322345
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2012-09-20 03:28 PM |
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This phone will be released the day before the new iPhone 6 is announced.
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COMMENT 322349
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2012-09-20 03:35 PM |
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It's interesting. All the new features it touts, I've had on my last two or three Droids. But I'm sure the iCult members will stand in line for expensive 2009 technology. I understand grandmothers having iPhones but not mainstream folks.
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COMMENT 322350
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2012-09-20 03:40 PM |
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No Google Maps on the new iPhone.
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DILLYDALLY
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2012-09-20 03:43 PM |
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About 90% of the people I know who switched to other phones are back with apple. Its not about checking the box in a feature matrix. First to market doesn't count if it doesn't work (that is another way apple revolutionized business). There is a lot of hype about apple products for sure, but its not all hype. Oh well, as 337 said its wasted time, nobody will be changing their mind because of this edhat thread.
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COMMENT 322354
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2012-09-20 03:47 PM |
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Well you guys must be missing something since they sold 2million iphone 5's in the first 24 hours. I understand if you just don't have the cash, but people that can afford the iphone tend to buy one... I wonder why?
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COMMENT 322358
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2012-09-20 03:56 PM |
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You need to get one if you don't have anything else to brag about.
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COMMENT 322377P
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2012-09-20 04:23 PM |
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I have had both kinds of smartphones, Android and iPhone, I much prefer the iPhone (which I have now). They both do basically the same thing, so it really comes down to aesthetics. The iPhone just feels better in my hand ... more substantial, smoother lines, etc. I think if people enjoy getting something in their lives that perks them up a bit, then why not. Life is hard enough as it is. Live and let live, I say.
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COMMENT 322384
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2012-09-20 04:39 PM |
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At least some of them and maybe many are planning to try and sell them on CraigsList or eBay. The regulars who hang out on the Flag Forum at CL are already anticipating a huge day of explaining ad nauseam to enraged sellers why their overpriced phones have been flagged off. Though the volunteer helpers are very helpful for the most part it's a rough crowd, and when they get tired of seeing the same thing over and over (and getting abused by those who have been flagged off) they can get cranky.
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COMMENT 322388P
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2012-09-20 04:44 PM |
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My wife & I have had all the various types of phones over the past 10 years and hands down, the Apple iPhone is far superior to any others on the market. We pre-ordered the new iPhone 5 (Yep, delivery tomorrow) and will hang onto our one 4S. Next year when a new version is released, we'll get it seeing as our Verizon contract allows for a free upgrade every two years. That way we get the latest for $199. You can keep those Androids & other "wanna be's."
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COMMENT 322396P
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2012-09-20 05:05 PM |
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Our 2 iPhone 5s will be delivered tomorrow by noon via UPS. We already have buyers for our iPhone 4s for more than we originally paid. Try that with a 2 1/2 year old Android. <:+)
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COMMENT 322388P
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2012-09-20 05:10 PM |
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Love it, 396P. Too true. Getting rid of iPhone 4S's will be easy-peasy starting tomorrow. Have fun with your new 5's!
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COMMENT 322408P
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2012-09-20 05:16 PM |
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One of my best buds is there, waiting in line. How cool that she finds it fun to get her hands on the latest and greatest ASAP. You enjoy your perfect wave, another a neighborhood bar, another a hike, others a great sunset. She happens to love playing with the latest technology, and loves the Apple comradery. To each her own.
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COMMENT 322325
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2012-09-20 05:53 PM |
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354, I have the cash to buy a phone. But I'll wait til next week. I don't stand in line for anything that I can get in a few days without standing in line. Too busy/ have too many other things to do.
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COMMENT 322435
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2012-09-20 05:54 PM |
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There are cool things to buy, like classic cars. I think this is Nerd cool, if you are a nerd. If you can afford one that's great. But if your a starving student save your ends.
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COMMENT 322358
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2012-09-20 06:37 PM |
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396p I'm sure glad I am not stuck with a contract for years like you!!!
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COMMENT 322462
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2012-09-20 07:48 PM |
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I heard the iPhone 6 will be out in a couple of years, so I think I'll wait for it.
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COMMENT 322463
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2012-09-20 07:53 PM |
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So you stand around talking to like-minded people (dare I say friends). If that floats your boat, cool. I'm not good about standing in line. Won't see me there, but then, I'm happy with my 4S. We DO need to get my husband's 3 updated, tho. Anyone know of a museum in need of an old iphone??
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AQUAHOLIC
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2012-09-20 08:02 PM |
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Today's LA Times had an interesting article about the people waiting in those lines...many are paid, yes, paid to wait. They're essentially shills paid to hawk products, blogs and other merchandise...here is a link to the article... http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-iphone-squatters-20120920,0,1414290.story
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AQUAHOLIC
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2012-09-20 08:04 PM |
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@463....nobody had a more outdated phone than my husband before upgrading to a 4S...his phone still had 'Cingular' printed on it!
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COMMENT 322468
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2012-09-20 08:09 PM |
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I've got an Android--Samsung Galaxy Note--and I love it. Yet I still think that Steve Jobs was perhaps one of our generation's most profound protagonists. I'll never forget that I learned of his passing from a notification on my ipad. I don't much care for the Android vs Apple debate, it just seems like rival gangs flashing hand signals.
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COMMENT 322333
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2012-09-20 08:55 PM |
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About time the darn thing had 4G. Got an iPhone4 for my wife at $99 with a 2 year as she doesn't need the latest greatest. I'll stick with my Razr and Asus Android tablet.
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COMMENT 322499P
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2012-09-21 06:48 AM |
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I just think its funny because I remember a time when it was Microsoft/Windows machines that were "king-of-the-hill" and it was me and my Apple products against the entire world of Windows clones. Finally, the innovators get their turn in the sun. This argument/debate/brag proves it. And,obtw, the iPhone is better on every front in every way especially content and iOS is more elegant and easier to use than android because it wasn't invented to compete with anything, it was invented to define.
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COMMENT 322358
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2012-09-21 08:23 AM |
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499p let's not take the price factor into consideration.
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COMMENT 322552P
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2012-09-21 09:06 AM |
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Finally a way to put the homeless on State St back to work: people should hire them to stand in line for them at the Apple Store. Who has time for that?!
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COMMENT 322572
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2012-09-21 09:48 AM |
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Price factor, 358? High-end Android phones cost about as much on contract as iPhones do.
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COMMENT 322333
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2012-09-21 10:00 AM |
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The News Press didn't announce that there would be a sheep parade today. Shouldn't someone be selling glow bracelets?
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COMMENT 322595
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2012-09-21 10:25 AM |
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I need a smartphone that can access my work email. The security on Android OS devices is crap so my IT Dept only allows iPhones and Blackberries on the server which is pretty much the same for any company with highly proprietary information. I'd love to consider and Android phone but there is no point until their security is better.
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COMMENT 322600P
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2012-09-21 10:35 AM |
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I will not be standing in line today, alas I must work. I do however love my iPhone. I have tried plenty of other phones and the androids are just not for me. I can't wait for Apple to put flash on the darn thing though. I do not understand all of the name calling both ways on this argument. Are people standing in line at amusement parks sheep as well? This is a personal choice paid for by that individual. How can it make another person so angry?
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COMMENT 322572
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2012-09-21 10:42 AM |
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iPhone won't get Flash anymore, especially because Adobe has discontinued Flash development for mobile devices.
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COMMENT 322606
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2012-09-21 10:44 AM |
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@600...Flash is actually going away in favor of HTML5. Adobe has announced that they are discontinuing Flash for Android. Apple was just way ahead of the curve (yet again).
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COMMENT 322689
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2012-09-21 12:09 PM |
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@322396P So you found people who will pay far far too much for a used phone that they can now buy on the cheap new from Apple? And you're willing to do that? That's right up there with 322318 intentionally endangering people's health.
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COMMENT 322333
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2012-09-21 12:34 PM |
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595 Your IT people are not telling you the truth about the Android OS or you are misunderstanding something. Please explain what is not good about Android security - or how it affects secure email. Most corporations allow a variety of devices and OS's to connect including Android. Android uses the same protocols and connectivity as the iphone does for email.
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COMMENT 322729
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2012-09-21 01:03 PM |
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I'm still amazed that I can carry around a device that I can talk to or text people from ANYWHERE without a cord. I'd rather spend my money on a case of beer every month than on a smartphone and data plan.
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COMMENT 322737P
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2012-09-21 01:13 PM |
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I'm not a fan of Apple, but just caved and got an iPhone 4 for free for one of my kids as an upgrade on her old non-smart phone via Verizon. Why would anybody buy one for _double_ what was originally paid?? Apple and various service companies are indeed giving them away w the usual contractual provisos.
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COMMENT 322799
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2012-09-21 03:50 PM |
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Why does everyone clump all the Android phones into the same category? That is what people use to do with the IBM clones back in the 80s. There ARE differences in features and quality between them.
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COMMENT 322350
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2012-09-21 04:09 PM |
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Whoops...looks like Apple shouldn't have dumped Google Maps as quick as it did. The map software on the iPhone 5 is basically worthless. Not ever decision by Apple is a good one.
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COMMENT 322318
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2012-09-21 04:11 PM |
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322703 - 595 hasn't a clue what they are talking about. There is a reason that NOT ONE defense-related business in the WORLD uses the iPhone, or ANY other Apple product for that matter. Security.
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COMMENT 322572
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2012-09-21 04:16 PM |
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Yeah, that totally insecure iPhone with all of its malware and viruses and security issues. Oh, wait...
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COMMENT 322333
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2012-09-21 05:06 PM |
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It still suprises me how technilogically unsavvy most Apple users are. I guess that comes from too much diddling with Photoshop or playing Angry Birds.....
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COMMENT 322499P
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2012-09-22 06:43 AM |
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Yes, you droids are all right, google/Samsung are the most successful business in the history of mankind, amassing over $1.5trillion in cash surpluses, defined the entire mobile and small computer markets, and just won their lawsuit against the clone....oh wait, sorry, that's Apple.
Honk....sorry, droids, thanks for playing.
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COMMENT 322499P
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2012-09-22 06:48 AM |
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Yeah, 827, I use Apple products at home and on the go;
and have forgotten more about technology than you know in your entire life. Stop with the nonsense. Apple is great for certain tasks, not so great for other tasks. Use the "Right tool for the job", that's what I teach.
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COMMENT 322951
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2012-09-22 09:26 AM |
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I am really surprised that Apple dumped Google Maps. What a dumb premature decision. It bothers me that Apple goes so far out of their way to block gmail and other google products from easy interaction with the iPhone. SKYPE also. I love Apple in many ways but they are the new evil empire - with all the sheeple following along.
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COMMENT 322595
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2012-09-22 09:39 AM |
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595 here. I do work for a defense related company though in the commercial division. I am not an IT guy but they said it has to do with "authentication." For many years it was only Blackberry but two or three years ago they allowed iPhones into the mix so long as we passcode lock the phone. I know of one other huge company (one of our clients) who also does defense work that will be supposedly be adding iPhones in the next quarter. Now maybe my IT guys are full of crap but iPhones are still allowed after some sort of high price security consultants came in after a near breach by hackers. In any case, the bottom line is that I need a phone that can access work email and Android OS phones are not on the list. My choice is iPhone or Blackberry and I am sure that we can all agree that that is the easiest choice in the world.
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COMMENT 323014P
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2012-09-22 12:32 PM |
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*yawn*
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