Thursday, October 30, 2008

Stay in touch with your iPhone

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Stay in touch with your iPhone

One of the biggest things that people desire when they purchase a cell phone is simplicity. They want to be able to access their phone books easily and quickly so the connect in an instant. Apple knows what adults desire, and they have created the Apple iPhone with this in mind. It is hard to believe that Apple has packed so great number features into one small device, but the company also knows what customers are looking for in their cell phones. Playing around with the iPhone is so much fun. It is easy to stay in touch with your iPhone.  

We communicate faster and more efficiently than ever before. Cell phones, IM, email and text messaging are all an integral part of daily life in today's society. For those who were born into this communication revolution, they expect instant contact with others and information. This is where the iPhone comes into play. Staying in contact is where the iPhone shines. It makes calling and keeping track of your contact lists a breeze. Applications such as Facebook make it possible to connect with your entire social network with just a few taps of the screen. Once speed dialing was the fastest way to communicate, now with your iPhone you can connect with just a touch or two of the screen. This is how you can stay in touch with your iPhone.

One of the ways you can stay in touch with your iPhone is to create lists of frequently called numbers. Creating these lists is very easy to do. It makes no difference what your age or your status is in life, you are going to love the simplicity and the handy setup of the iPhone. It makes organizing your contacts easy and completely free of hassles. The Apple iPhone takes all of the guesswork out of making a phone call. With just one finger, you can make a call to any of the individuals on your list, either by selecting their name or their telephone number. Do you need to make a conference call? It is very simple to merge two calls that you are on so that everyone can talk at the same time. Nothing could be easier! Whether you are someone who has had a cell phone before or you are a first time user, you will find that the iPhone is everything that you could want and more. Take a look for yourself and see what the iPhone can do for you to make your cell phone calling experience a bit easier. Once you see that the iPhone is effortless to use, you will be convinced.

Do you love YouTube? Many of us enjoy the videos on this website. With your iPhone, you can watch and save a video from YouTube and then send it to all of your friends with just a tap or two of the screen. You can stay in touch with your iPhone by sharing everything that you love with everyone that you love. It is quick and simple. You can even conference call.

Experiencing iPhone woes? There are many forums and blogs that you can turn to for expert advice about how to use your iPhone to its maximum potential. You can find out more about how to stay in touch with your iPhone on these forums. This device is one that manages to combine fashion, form and function into a single unit.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Apple iPhones - What’s All The Excitement?

Apple iPhones - What’s All The Excitement?

Edsel. New Coke. Apple Ipod?

After all the publicity surrounding Apple’s new iPhone the public opinion is in, and people are sorely disappointed in the device. Making it similar in reputation to the Edsel car which received it’s bad name after a former Ford family member dodged the draft, or the New Coke which really tasted like Pepsi. However, the iPhone has still made an incredible amount of money for Apple. Evidently, consumers are interested in just how bad a cell phone could be.

Can the Apple iPhone work with other devices correctly?

One of the most popular viral videos since the phone’s much-hyped 2007 release is that of a blender seller, who put an iPhone in a blender and turned on the machine. This was done to show off the strength of the blender, but also seemed to be more than a cutting review of the Apple iPhone by the blender seller. This video quickly became widely popular even more so than the Blendtec blender he was selling, which was a strong indication that many other viewers felt the same way, or at least could relate to his humorous way of showing his dissatisfaction in Apple’s new iPhone.

Maybe next time, Steve Jobs

If you want to read some of the reviews on Apple iPhones, you could go to the Cnet.com website for several ’geek reports’, just be prepared for the upper techno-jargon used because it can be tough to understand. To really get a good idea on Apple’s iPhone you should talk to friends that already have one, then find out what they think about the product, or you can read reviews online that voice the opinion of the average person. You can find them practically anywhere online by just typing " Apple iPhone review " into your favorite search engine.

One review can be found on Helium.com written by Cara Volle. Her comments begin first by telling Steve Jobs in her own words how much she hates his iPhone. Although not exactly Pulitzer Prize winning material, it does give you an indication about how good a gizmo an iPhone could be.

Complaints about the iPhone from others have ranged from its choice of AT&T as network provider to the cost. Many have also complained about the camera function not being up to par, and the much anticipated video capability which still had some work to be done before it should have been released to the public. There’s also a disturbing trend for the iPhone to get physically very hot when in use. Another alarming fact is that well known computer security specialist have now found ways to hack into the Apple iPhone, which means others could do the same.

Most of the time when a new technical device hits the market, there are sure to be some unforeseen problems arise simply because of the thousands of consumers who use it. Before purchasing your Apple iPhone, I would suggest waiting about one year so they can work out all the bugs and then create a much better product, one you may find worth waiting for.

Monday, October 20, 2008

A Quick Recap of Apple iPhones Origins

A Quick Recap of Apple iPhones Origins

Known for making a large variety of advanced technical products, Apple has become a famous brand name among consumers. Before the Apple iPhone was released in June 2007 there was a lot of commotion about what it would be like and what type of particular details the new product would have. It was no surprise, that what had people talking was the idea of having an incredible new ground-breaking device, that would be an iPod, mobile phone and tool for accessing the internet all in one.

Launching Apple iPhones

The visible or at least documented history of the Apple iPhone starts with the instruction of Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple, instructing engineers to start researching touch screens, which at that time he probably still had the development of Apple tablet PCs in mind. Steve Jobs announced in a conference held in April 2003, that Apple would not be focusing their attention on traditional PDAs or tablet PCs.

The new direction was to move forward in evolving the technologies used in cell phones and the options provided with them. In January 2007 during the MacWorld Expo, Apple announced it’s soon to be released new iPhone product would be available by June 2007. Not too long afterwards during another conference people were told that the Apple iPhone could hook up to third parties and create a Web 2.0 application, that would enhance creativity, information sharing, and, most notably, collaboration among users.

Release and Further Developments

When the Apple iPhone went public on June 29, 2007 hundreds of people began to line up in front of stores before opening hours in order to be amongst the first let in, so they could quickly grab one. Originally the Apple iPhone came in two versions, you could either get one with a flash drive with 4GB for $499 or 8GB for $599, however, the 8GB quickly began to sell in an unsurpassed amount, so much so they stopped making the 4GB version altogether.

Moreover, as a further development, the price was radically reduced by $200 in September, for which Apple was quite widely attacked because the sudden drop in price was believed to be unfair. The beginning popularity of the Apple iPhone was by no means as great as expected.

For instance, they expected the first weekend sales to range from anywhere between 200,000 - 700,000, in products sold. To their disappointment only around 145,000 devices were activated and registered that first weekend.

Moreover, the applications of Apple iPhone’s were originally only available to those who made a two-year subscription with AT&T, and that included some offers that would not pay off for everyone. The media uncovered a story of the 300 page AT&T bill someone got for their Apple iPhone usage, which generated much criticism causing AT&T to make changes in billing policies.

Towards the end of 2007 the Apple iPhone was released to Germany, France, England and the United Kingdom. Apple encountered a possible legal issue in Europe because they had chosen one specific company to be the only one from where the Apple iPhone could be sold.

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Major Flaws Of The iPhone

iPhone 3g Flaws

The iPhone has been hailed as the best and greatest cell phone to ever come out. However, many people feel that the iPhone has many major flaws.

Not Available To All

One of the major iPhone flaws is that it is not available to everyone. This phone is only available to one carrier” AT&T. If the iPhone truly wanted to expand and change the world of cell phones, it would be available to more than just one carrier.

Slow Internet

AT&T only offers one type of internet service to iPhone customers. This is a major iPhone flaw. Other internet providers on other phone networks are much faster and more efficient.

Poor Battery Performance

If you have an iPhone, one of the iPhone flaws is that you will have to send your phone in every year or two to have a new battery replaced. Not only can you not do this yourself, but you will also need to pay to have the battery replaced. Except several days of withdraw from your iPhone while you wait to have the battery replaced!

No Global Positioning System!

Almost every new phone these days has a global positioning system. However, despite the huge price tag, a major iPhone flaw is that it does not have a global positioning system. There are programs, like Google Maps, available, but you have to know exactly where you are to get correct information.

If you choose to purchase an iPhone, make sure you know the iPhone flaws before spending your money.

No Adobe Flash Support

Even though iPhone is a more than capable web device, the biggest drawback as a web device is that the iPhone doesn't support Adobe's Flash technology, which means many multimedia-rich sites remain off limits. This should be overcome in the future as Adobe is apparently going to make its technology iPhone-friendly. The question is when?

No Video recording

Despite the iPhone's built-in two-megapixel camera, Apple didn't include video capabilities. This from a company that provides computers preloaded with iMovie and provides video viewing capabilities with most of their iPod range. So if you want to record video, you'd better talk to Sony!

No multimedia messaging service

There are some things dirt-cheap phones do that the vaunted iPhone cannot. If you want to open an image sent to you via MMS (multimedia messaging service) from one of the dirt-cheap phones then don’t get an iPhone. The deficiency of support for Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is one of the most annoying iPhone flaws.

Your Buyer's Guide To iPhone Accessories

Your Buyer's Guide To iPhone Accessories

Now that you have bought the much-coveted Apple iPhone, you might be on the look out for the hottest gadgets and accessories that will make your iPhone experience more enjoyable. Look no further. Below is a list of the newest iPhone accessories (and their features) that are available on the market.

Accessories Below $25

iPhone Screen Protector

After the launch of the newest Apple gadget, many manufacturers are now offering screen protectors for iPhones. The price range for iPhone's plastic shield is $5- $25. Before buying a screen protector, you need to ensure that it is specifically designed for iPhones. You must also ensure that materials used for the protector are of high quality so that your new phone will be shielded from scratches and other marks.

Silicon iPhone Case

Aside from shielding your iPhone's screen from scratches, you also need to ensure that your precious little gadget has an overall protection from dents, dust, and grime. A silicone case is the product that will help maintain the pristine condition of your iPhone even when you are using it. Silicone cases come in various colors like pink, blue, green and yellow, to fit your personality. If you want value for your money, look for silicone cases that also have free LCD screen shield.

Phone clips and carrying case

The market is flooded with inexpensive but high-quality carrying cases and phone clips specifically designed for your iPhone. The cell phone pouches, usually made of leather, are available in different shades like blue, white, pink, black and brown, to name a few. Phone clips, on the other hand, are usually made from plastic and are usually available in brown and black. The price of cases or pouches range from $10 to $25, while phone clips are usually lower than $10.,

Accessories $25 and above

Bluetooth headset

For hands-free communication, you can get a Bluetooth headset for under $130. Aside from a sleek headset, you will also get an iPhone travel cable and dual dock for your headset and iPhone.

USB Adapter

If you are always on the go, you might need a compact USB adapter so you can charge your iPhone wherever you may be; at home, at the office or even when you are on the road. This Apple-manufactured speedy-charging adapter, which cost just a little under $29, also comes with a USB cable.

Stereo Headset

For a comfortable fit and quality sound, try out the new stereo headset for your iPhone. This headset, which is very similar to the earphones that come with Apple's iPod, has a built in microphone. The stereo headset is retailed at $29.