My boss ordered an iPhone 5 today. But then was told delivery would be 'up to 30 days' should have seen his face. Gutted!
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My boss ordered an iPhone 5 today. But then was told delivery would be 'up to 30 days' should have seen his face. Gutted!
As I mentioned on the Olympics thread it is not accurate to give corporate behaviour human attributes. No company let alone Apple would release such poor product wilfully.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
The Apple map isn't merely inferior to the Google alternative. Any map or navigation system that wipes entire cities off the map and puts new airports and rivers where they don't belong is unfit for purpose and for release, period.
This points to multiple systems failure within Apple's management. Since their in-house projects are often run very well I suspect its due to a failure to integrate a new partner (Tom-Tom), other companies like BMW similarly have been very good at running in-house projects but have failed spectacularly when working in partnership with other companies such as Rover, Sauber or the Chinese suppliers that are singlehandedly destroying BMW Motorrad's reputation for quality.
Anyway today I saw an iPhone 5 for the first time in the flesh and its very nice, very well made and perfectly sized. Had a look at the HTC One X and S3, both are just too big. The Xperia S and Lumia are about the right size though.
The iPhone 5 is reasonably priced for me, its a free upgrade for the cheapest one. That said playing with it today I was reminded of the Guardian's verdict, its like playing in a wonderful but walled garden and I increasingly prefer Android's freedom. Windows 8 might be interesting but I'll leave it to others to sort out the bugs, if its competitive next time I upgrade I might be tempted but not this time.
Think it'll be Android again for me, probably heading for an Xperia.
I had an original Omnia. Fantastic phone which Caroline now uses.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
Just out of curiosity, why the assumption that Wp8 (it's not Windows 8 btw....) will have bugs? WP7 has been very much bug free.Quote:
Originally Posted by Malbec
I believe you can pay via NFC using Google Wallet already at select locations. It's not big, but it's a good start. Google even lets you know which merchants accept NFC payments around your area if you enter your pin/post code at their site:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave B
In-store ? Google Wallet
And I agree about the NFC file transfer part. It's a wonderful tech to have if your wife or friends also happen to have an S3. It's blazing fast, it's much more secure than bluetooth, and hassle free compared to all other file transfer options.
I think Apple will probably call it iTouch, and then get sued by conservative religious groups.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave B
I assumed arrogance, because I read in some report that Apple ended their contract with Google a full year before it was about to expire, and then jumped into developing their own maps without all the necessary data that Google has painstakingly spent years gathering. Google Maps are the undisputed leader in the world by a fair margin, and anything else was always gonna be a step down, and a company like Apple should have at least thought twice before implementing a new maps app from the ground up. That is either overconfidence in their abilities or arrogance.Quote:
Originally Posted by Malbec
Apple are now asking for patience from their users as they sort out their epic fail, pleading their users to use the maps more and more, so that they gather data. But who actually is willing to jump off a cliff? The rate of development is gonna be even slower for Apple, because Google has a MUCH larger pool of users to build their maps data with (Android OS' world market share is over 60%) and Apple simply doesn't have that luxury. TomTom has the data, but they're still lagging behind Google massively in that department.
I wanted to retort to your previous post regarding the size as well, but forgot. I honestly haven't had a single problem with the size of an S3 pretty much ever. You'd have to be a really short guy wearing insanely tight pants for the S3 to be such a big issue. I'm medium built and I've carried it in the front pockets of a slim fit jeans to casual or work pants, even in beach shorts, and never once felt it to be too big. But well, to each his own.Quote:
Originally Posted by Malbec
I used Apple Maps sat nab in action for the first time today after I'd taken a wrong turn and got lost in Durham, so did a search to get me from my current location to Tesco- as you do.
I thought the directions and guidance was very clear and much improved over Google Maps where the instructions wouldn't keep up and I'd have to look at the route to follow it when driving.
However, as I turned into the road which was the exit for buses from Durham bus station, I wasn't so sure. Massive fail......
You have to turn left at the lights next to the burned out Evans Halshaw garage.Quote:
Originally Posted by J4MIE
My Mother-in-law is wanting a new phone - to purchase outright budget £150-£200. She doesn't need much, something to make calls, text, occasionally email and occasionally web. Any recommendations? (Obviously iPhone is too expensive here)
Lumia 710 -> Hot UK Deals - Search Result or Lumia 800 -> Hot UK Deals - Search Result Lumia 800 is obviously the nicer feeling phone, but the 710 has the same processor and innards (aside from the screen)Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
You have a PM from me ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
Perhaps a SE Xperia Ray or a SE Xperia Mini?Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
The first one is around £200 and the latter one is around £130
For that budget, you cannot really go wrong with some of those Nokias, Xperias, and even the Galaxy S. With a bit more money, you can get a Galaxy S2, which is a powerhouse and at least future proof for the next couple of years. I believe I saw a Galaxy S2 with 270 pounds on Amazon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
iPhone 4 is still too expensive (300+ pounds) and too dated at this point to be honest.
One interesting choice is the Galaxy i5500: Samsung I5500 Galaxy Europa - Android: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics
It's only 73 pounds, runs Android 2.2 and has iPhone 4 comparable hardware. It has Wi-Fi and Opera mini, Gmail and K9-Mail run smooth, even runs Youtube smoothly in wi-fi zones. One of my younger cousins was using this for a while, and as long as you don't install too many apps, no widgets, it's smooth as hell. Small enough to fit comfortably in the pocket, and does all the things your mother-in-law wants to do.
And what feature is that?Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
:pQuote:
Originally Posted by J4MIE
I came across the below pic this morning that I think people might find amusing, fans and non-fans alike. It's a collection of pictures demonstrating the many "features" of Apple maps.
http://d24w6bsrhbeh9d.cloudfront.net...19582_700b.jpg
correct view of the building that isn't a Burger King restaurant but a church called Gustav Vasa Kyrka: Odengatan, Stockholm, Sverige - Google Maps
a few more errors:
http://www.idg.se/polopoly_fs/1.4675...2092327277.png
http://mobil.hd.se/multimedia/dynami...ta_726097e.jpg
http://www.svt.se/cachable_image/134...rge/berlin.jpg
http://www.svt.se/cachable_image/134...ge/sanfran.jpg
:laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by BleAivano
Well, for 4S users with iOS 5, especially ones depending heavily on Maps on a daily basis, the only wise decision would have been to not update to iOS 6 until Apple sort out their craptastic new offering, because there's nothing really so new and innovative that you can't live without. But well, I'm guessing too late...
Can you explain how an iPhone can share a music track, contact, or app (etc) with one single confirmation keypress and not looking up the recipient from a contact list? The hardware simply doesn't enable it as far as I can tell.Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Off-topic :p : I have just purchased the new ear pods and must say that not only they are much more comfortable but the sound has improved a lot, lot and lot :up: so if you are a snob Apple user and music addict you should get them too ;)
Boss has got his iPhone 5 today, looks nice but very similar to the old one. Screen clarity and colour is much improved. Haven't tried the ear phones (my iPhone earphones are still in their packet!) but I'm told they are excellent too.
Just saw this ....
http://money.cnn.com/2012/09/28/tech...y/?iphoneemail
Mark, Pino: I have not upgraded my 4s yet because of the map issue. What other goodies did you get if you upgraded the operating system?
Henners, I don't think you really have a grasp of how NFC file transfer works. Probably this video gives you a better idea.Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Y8qeeBvWiU
It transferred a 17 MB video file in maximum 3 seconds.
iPhone 5 doesn't have the NFC tech, so the first option is obviously not possible.
Does the iOS 6 have Wi-Fi direct?
A recent experience has me puzzled. Hopefully some of the Apple users here can enlighten me.
Why can't Apple provide a standard mini-USB charging port on their phones? Why does it have to be these overly complicated connectors?
We were at the beach recently, and one of my friends forgot his iPhone charger back home. The rest of us had different phones, but a lot of mini USB chargers, which obviously he couldn't use, so he had to keep his phone switched off until he found a charger. Which was difficult to find, because surprisingly enough there weren't any genuine Apple stores nearby. So, he bought a cheap, fake one, which, surprise-surprise, wouldn't charge the phone properly. So, he couldn't use his phone all the while he was there, until he flew back home.
Now they have the lightning connector which has some authentication chip inside, which makes it even harder to find a cheaper alternative.
Why can't Apple embrace mini-USBs, and why do you have to install iTunes on every freakin computer to be able to transfer files?
Shouldn't it be about making things easier for people?
What's the new sharing feature on iOS 6 that you mentioned before?Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Apple have never used the same ports as anybody else as far as I am aware. I know it would never happen but its a shame other manufacturers can't use Apples lightning port as its far better designed than MicroUSB IMO.
This has already been overcome and alternatives are already being manufactured. It was never going to be rocket science copying the chip. Adaptors and leads are being sold around £4.95.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
You don't even need a computer any more to transfer files from one device to another. They abandoned this some time ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
Captain, most modern phones uses micro-usb not mini-usb. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
Oops, yes, you're right. It's late and I'm tired. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by BleAivano
Hang on, it's my music - why should it be up to my hardware provider to grant me permission to share it? That's a great example of the control freakery that puts so many people off.Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Yes, and you've been able to do this on dumbphones for two decades. The difference is that you claimed the iPhone supports a way of mimicking NFC transfer, ie without going through menus and finding the relevant contact. I have yet to hear an explanation of how his is achieved.Quote:
You can share contacts and always have been able to do so by sending a business card style message.
Now I think you're deliberately misunderstanding for comic effect.Quote:
If you have an app on your iPhone the chances are the other iPhone user can download it themselves from the app store, so sharing is not really needed. If I had spent 3 or 4 quid on an app, I wouldn't wish to give it to somebody for free anyway. That's just me though maybe? :)
So sorry to hear that Henners.
Very sorry to hear that too henners, hopefully everything will be better very soon. Wish all the best to you and your Family mate :up:
Henners, my condolences to you and your wife, very sorry to hear the kind of news noone ever wants to hear. Hope she's ok.
Sorry to hear that :( All our thoughts are with you both.
Sorry henners and genuine apologies if I wound you up. I'm lost for words. Just take care of yourself and your wife. All the best.
Sorry to hear the unfortunate news Henners. Having lost a child that was only a couple months old I do understand how hard it can be. Use whatever phone you choose to reach out to your closest friends and family, as they are the ones that can best help you through times like this.
And I agree completely, it's not worth the frustrations of people insulting each other and questioning something as simple as a phone choice. We all make thousands of different choices on things every day, and most of them don't fall into such critical discussion. Life is too short for such things.
My thoughts are also with you and your wife henners.
:(
Hi, Henners. I'd kind of checked out of this thread, but I'm glad that I looked in today. I wish you and your wife all the best and I'm so sorry to hear about this.
Seconded.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jag_Warrior
That says exactly what I was trying to put into words.
My sincere condolences to you and your wife, henners. Even though I don't like to share my personal info here, I have had a similar experience, and I know that feeling. Hang in there, it will get better eventually...
Extremely sorry to hear of this occurance henners, I can not imagine the pain inflicted from such an event. :( :( :( That must be the worst thing possible to have happened to you, nobody should have to ever go through such a thing. I hope your problems do not go any further than that, and that you can rebound from this and continue to enjoy life. ;)