Members lokidecat Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 iPhones are toys. Period. Business people don't use toys. If you want a toy, buy an iPhone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members db. Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 iPhones are the perfect choice for musicians. Why? Because there are tons of very useful apps for musicians (including bassists). Software for tuning, songwriting, recording, etc. So why even think further? There are many more reasons to get an iPhone, but I thought I'd keep this on topic. BTW, it's truly plug and play. Buy it. Buy it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMS Author Craig Vecchione Posted June 11, 2009 CMS Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 Also, you'll look like a hipster douchebag for using what essentially is an mp3 player with a phone app. With all due respect, is that as opposed to looking like a plain old douchebag for having any smartphone if you aren't forced to use one for business? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassthumpintwin Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 AT&T does need to get with the program.Their rates are ridiculous for the service I'm getting. Although, I will say they are better than Verizon was when I had Verizon. It all depends on where I'm at though. Phone signals are all over the map around here. Nobody is really the best. As for the smudge touch screen, I don't ever have problems with it. I do have a screen protector, and sure, it smudges a little, but a quick swipe on the jeans, and it's all good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thunderbroom Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 AT&T isn't the best service provider out here. Agreed. It's the dealbreaker for me and the iPhone. It seems by now that Apple would have opened the iPhone to other carriers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zachoff Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 With all due respect, is that as opposed to looking like a plain old douchebag for having any smartphone if you aren't forced to use one for business? It's the Borg attachment earpiece that makes one look like the biggest douchebag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 The apps and service are retardedly expensive, Please elaborate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 iPhones are toys. Period. Business people don't use toys. If you want a toy, buy an iPhone. Yeah, I definitely wanted a fun tool to use, and the iPhone has been a joy. ...and I'm business people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMS Author Craig Vecchione Posted June 11, 2009 CMS Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 It's the Borg attachment earpiece that makes one look like the biggest douchebag. Oh, the Douchetooth? I'm proposing a law that basically states that if someone's wearing one and is talking while looking right at you, but is actually talking to someone on the phone, that any physical violence that ensues as a result is perfectly legal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Neonfacelift Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Also, you'll look like a hipster douchebag for using what essentially is an mp3 player with a phone app. Or maybe you'll look like someone with enough sense to save your money and buy one multi-function device instead of spending money and pocket space on several. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zachoff Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Oh, the Douchetooth? I'm proposing a law that basically states that if someone's wearing one and is talking while looking right at you, but is actually talking to someone on the phone, that any physical violence that ensues as a result is perfectly legal. Seriously... I can't tell you how many times someone's walked by me and said "Hello." and I've said, "How's it going?" and they look at me like I'm retarded. Eff them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lokidecat Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Agreed.It's the dealbreaker for me and the iPhone. It seems by now that Apple would have opened the iPhone to other carriers. Love how AT&T got booed at the conference a few days ago when they unveiled the 3G. I saw TMobile on their screen o' partners.. and I know they have them in the UK. Tmobile in the US currently supports the iPhone. If you get an unlocked one, the gal at TMobile said they will tech support it no problem. They're just not allowed to sell them. So it -is- possible to use the iPhone across TMobile's 3G network, you just gotta unlock the thing and unlocked iPhones on Craigslist are going for $550-650. No thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassthumpintwin Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 So it -is- possible to use the iPhone across TMobile's 3G network, you just gotta unlock the thing and unlocked iPhones on Craigslist are going for $550-650. No thanks. Or you could just unlock it yourself. For free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lokidecat Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Or you could just unlock it yourself. For free. If you know how. I don't have a sim thing. And even if I did, or didn't need one: 3G iPhones w/o AT&T contract are like $400-500 each. Way more than they're worth (like most of what Apple makes). I mean they have the audacity to sell $3000+ laptops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassthumpintwin Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 If you know how. I don't have a sim thing. And even if I did, or didn't need one: 3G iPhones w/o AT&T contract are like $400-500 each. Way more than they're worth (like most of what Apple makes). I mean they have the audacity to sell $3000+ laptops. I do agree... Crapple products are ridiculously overpriced for what you get.And by the time you pay for one product, they come out with it's upgrade or a better one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members knuckle_head Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Oh, the Douchetooth? I'm proposing a law that basically states that if someone's wearing one and is talking while looking right at you, but is actually talking to someone on the phone, that any physical violence that ensues as a result is perfectly legal. ...could be kinda fun to continue the conversation with him on your side forcing him to have two. I'll let you know how that works out..... OnTopic - if there is a data only option (even if it's only wifi) I'm in for the new one. It has a larger hard drive than my existing tower. I need a camera (video and still) and don't have a portable music player. I can get VoIP in place of a voice plan. I like that the audio playback spec on it is 20-20K. I may very well be able to get that from any other gadget/platform at this point though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Roger in the sky Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Also, you'll look like a hipster douchebag for using what essentially is an mp3 player with a phone app.yes, that's right. ONLY hipsteres use iphones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassthumpintwin Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 ...could be kinda fun to continue the conversation with him on your side forcing him to have two. I'll let you know how that works out..... Reminds me of a prank show I used to watch, where they give people a time limit, and if they don't lose their temper while they're being pranked, they get 100 bucks.One of the pranks involved a cashier at a restaurant taking an order from a customer in line at the store, while simultaneously talking to an imaginary customer on a headset or a telephone.I think the show was called Boiling Points?Cashier: Can I take your order?Line guy: yes, I'll have a....C: no, not you, i'm on the phone.L: oh, sorryC:ok, go ahead.L: I'll have a large pizza with pepperoni and sausage, with a coke, and....C: oh, i'm sorry sir, were you saying something? I was on the phone....C: Ok, NOW I'm ready....L:..... (remains silent, starting to get pissed)C: HELLOOOO!!! I SAID I'M READY!!!!!!!!!!!L: ok, well, then give me a....C: I'm sorry sir, you're gonna have to wait till i'm done here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Roger in the sky Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 um. that is true of pretty much EVERY cell phone out there. that's how much they actually cost. when you sign a contract that cost is spread out over the 1 or 2 years so you're only paying a fraction up front. it has nothing to do with apple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lokidecat Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 um. that is true of pretty much EVERY cell phone out there. that's how much they actually cost. when you sign a contract that cost is spread out over the 1 or 2 years so you're only paying a fraction up front. it has nothing to do with apple. I know. My beef isn't with that as much. I know my phone would be worth a lot more than I paid for it had I not bought it in conjunction with my service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Roger in the sky Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 You can even use the + to quote posts from a different thread. If you don't actually post a message after using the +, the next time you do try to post, just under the composition window you'll see the message, "You have selected 1 post that is not part of this thread. Quote this post as well, or deselect this post." i am amazed by this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 82Daion Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Wait until 2010. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassthumpintwin Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Wait until 2010. "Now introducing the iPhone 6G!!!" Capacity: 120 GB Thickness: 1/8" New iPhone 6G reads your mind! New iPhone 6G always has full signal! EVEN UNDERWATER!!! It slices, it dices, it makes julian fries! It will even brew your coffee in the morning!!! MSRP: 1600 dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members i_wanna_les_paul Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 Wait until 2010. I'm not holding my breath for LTE, especially in the places where I use a phone the most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members King Kashue Posted June 11, 2009 Members Share Posted June 11, 2009 But the iPhone has an app that makes it look like this:I mean, seriously!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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