DarkForces
Apr 4, 11:37 AM
This is rather amusing. People rush out to buy cheesy $30 iPhone Bumpers that cost .10 to make or some other overpriced case and have no issue. Many even buy multiples before they decide on one.
But ATT raises the cost of a early upgrade phone by $50 and people go bonkers.
1) It's an early upgrade. Do you really need to upgrade your phone sooner than every 18 months? If you do, that is your decision as a consumer. You certainly have no God given right to a cheap upgrade though. Stop whining.
2) Inflation is here. Deal with it. Have you been to the grocery store lately? It's the price we pay when the Fed prints money like Chinese knock-offs.
3) Last I checked the government enacts laws regarding the cell phone industry and also regulates the frequencies. There has never been anything stopping either congress or the executive branch or independent commissions from imposing rules to require cellcos to unlock phones after x months of service or to require them to sell unlocked phones.
+1
So true.
People sure do whine a lot.
But ATT raises the cost of a early upgrade phone by $50 and people go bonkers.
1) It's an early upgrade. Do you really need to upgrade your phone sooner than every 18 months? If you do, that is your decision as a consumer. You certainly have no God given right to a cheap upgrade though. Stop whining.
2) Inflation is here. Deal with it. Have you been to the grocery store lately? It's the price we pay when the Fed prints money like Chinese knock-offs.
3) Last I checked the government enacts laws regarding the cell phone industry and also regulates the frequencies. There has never been anything stopping either congress or the executive branch or independent commissions from imposing rules to require cellcos to unlock phones after x months of service or to require them to sell unlocked phones.
+1
So true.
People sure do whine a lot.
Kingsly
Oct 21, 08:00 PM
Parody of Apple's answer to Zune.
In a nutshell: what happens when I become bored.
Enjoy. :)
P.S. also check out my *real* entries, Best Of (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=244283) and Go Pro (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=244386).
In a nutshell: what happens when I become bored.
Enjoy. :)
P.S. also check out my *real* entries, Best Of (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=244283) and Go Pro (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=244386).
Peace
Sep 26, 08:37 PM
Stick around.There's cooler stuff on the way ;)
eji
Sep 27, 02:34 AM
they deleted a lot of my messages with an overly aggressive server-side spam filter.
Overly aggressive? I'm currently forwarding all my .Mac mail through Gmail because I got sick of so much junk mail -- 20 messages per day, usually more -- getting through from .Mac to my inbox. I actually thought they didn't have any spam filters at all.
Overly aggressive? I'm currently forwarding all my .Mac mail through Gmail because I got sick of so much junk mail -- 20 messages per day, usually more -- getting through from .Mac to my inbox. I actually thought they didn't have any spam filters at all.
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hansiedejong
Oct 3, 06:23 AM
MacBook Pro:
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/iPad%20%3A%20MBP/Schermafbeelding%202010-10-03%20om%2013.19.15.png?w=771afede
iPad:
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/iPad%20%3A%20MBP/Photo%20okt.%2003%2C%201%2017%2002%20PM.jpg?w=0b99fec3
Both click for big.
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/iPad%20%3A%20MBP/Schermafbeelding%202010-10-03%20om%2013.19.15.png?w=771afede
iPad:
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/iPad%20%3A%20MBP/Photo%20okt.%2003%2C%201%2017%2002%20PM.jpg?w=0b99fec3
Both click for big.
chris975d
Nov 19, 01:40 PM
Can Apple really stop TJ Maxx from selling their iPads?
I thought the Authorised Reseller Programme was just that: an "Apple-certified" or "Apple-approved" reseller? Surely any reseller who doesn't have this "sign of approval" still can sell the iPad?
I don't really know the answer to that since every store which I've seen here in the UK which sells Apple products are authorised resellers.
Sorry if it's obvious, it's just that the response makes it sound like only retailers approved by Apple can sell their products; sort of like a cease and desist threat.
No, again, Apple can't stop them from selling the iPad. But it does mean that the iPads TJ Maxx is getting aren't being acquired directly from Apple. It means that they are buying them from a 3rd party. All Apple COULD do is terminate the 3rd party's Apple account (meaning that the 3rd party can no longer purchase directly from Apple) if they want to (if it was a large enough sale to TJ Maxx...80 iPads probably won't matter to Apple). An "Apple approved" retailer is one that has been authorized by Apple to buy Apple products directly from Apple, and thereby get all of the advertising perks, merchandising, etc from Apple.
I thought the Authorised Reseller Programme was just that: an "Apple-certified" or "Apple-approved" reseller? Surely any reseller who doesn't have this "sign of approval" still can sell the iPad?
I don't really know the answer to that since every store which I've seen here in the UK which sells Apple products are authorised resellers.
Sorry if it's obvious, it's just that the response makes it sound like only retailers approved by Apple can sell their products; sort of like a cease and desist threat.
No, again, Apple can't stop them from selling the iPad. But it does mean that the iPads TJ Maxx is getting aren't being acquired directly from Apple. It means that they are buying them from a 3rd party. All Apple COULD do is terminate the 3rd party's Apple account (meaning that the 3rd party can no longer purchase directly from Apple) if they want to (if it was a large enough sale to TJ Maxx...80 iPads probably won't matter to Apple). An "Apple approved" retailer is one that has been authorized by Apple to buy Apple products directly from Apple, and thereby get all of the advertising perks, merchandising, etc from Apple.
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Happybunny
Oct 14, 03:31 AM
mine currently
I would have loved this 3 years ago when I worked. But now that I'm retired that's MY LIFE.:D
I would have loved this 3 years ago when I worked. But now that I'm retired that's MY LIFE.:D
Marvin1379
May 1, 10:36 PM
Wirelessly posted (Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; U; CPU iPhone OS 4_3_2 like Mac OS X; en-us) AppleWebKit/533.17.9 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/5.0.2 Mobile/8H7 Safari/6533.18.5)
Similar to the message that "@aol.com" sent in the 90s? Hey, I purchased aol, or prodigy, or compuserve. Just bc we have a plethora of choices of free services, it doesn't mean that someone who pays for something is obnoxious.
Similar to the message that "@aol.com" sent in the 90s? Hey, I purchased aol, or prodigy, or compuserve. Just bc we have a plethora of choices of free services, it doesn't mean that someone who pays for something is obnoxious.
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leekohler
Apr 27, 10:13 AM
What kind of lesbians are we talking about? The stereotypical flannel wearing butch lesbian that can probably kick any guy's ass, or the 18 year old hot blonde lesbians in porn who probably aren't really lesbian but will eat carpet on camera because it pays? Because I'm a fan of the latter.
You're forgetting lipstick lesbians. REAL lesbians who are hot and really do like women.
You're forgetting lipstick lesbians. REAL lesbians who are hot and really do like women.
Dagless
Sep 1, 06:36 PM
Looks like the final level to the GBA version as well.
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ericmutrie
Oct 20, 07:34 AM
I've been following this thread while I anxiously await the new webmail too, and this morning I saw something in Future Shop's flyer that I figured the rest of the (Canadian) dotmac community would be interested in: it's on sale until the 26th for only $69.99 (Cdn). I just bought my renewal code off of eBay for $70ish US, and this is even cheaper than that! If any of you have a renewal coming up, this is a pretty incredible deal.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10072438&catid=10688
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10072438&catid=10688
quantum003
Jun 7, 06:52 PM
Thought it would (roughly) convey Steve's thoughts on all the leaks this year, using a hit that most people are familiar with.
Very clever! :D
Very clever! :D
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Chundles
Sep 24, 07:44 PM
Well said! Although, of course, you do realize that the OP was the 18-year-old in question, right?
Yah.
Yah.
paris3guy
Nov 20, 02:16 PM
i've sort of dismissed the iphone rumors in past, but the ichat connection makes it sound like something that could well be and soon. but the wifi phone sounds like an effort to build up ichat. why not?
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innominato5090
Feb 4, 04:15 PM
http://cl.ly/3535283d1M2D1N1Y2c3v/content/ (http://cl.ly/1J3A153B260s1L0e3L21)
NinjaHERO
Apr 13, 10:01 AM
I didn't get a 4 because I was holding out for a bigger screen. I really want to keep buying Apple products. But at this point, if the phone is delayed or the screen is staying the same size, I am going to have to start checking out some of the HTCs. My 3G is almost unusable since OS4.
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syklee26
Sep 26, 09:44 PM
what da heck happened to .Mac exclusive widgets?
these are things I want for .Mac (and I have been a user for 3 years).
1. increase of storage to 2gb.
2. price drop to somewhere close to $50.
3. integration of Leopard Mail features (such as Notes and stuff)
4. faster iDisk speed.
5. integration of iCal on .mac
maybe not all of them but at least some.
these are things I want for .Mac (and I have been a user for 3 years).
1. increase of storage to 2gb.
2. price drop to somewhere close to $50.
3. integration of Leopard Mail features (such as Notes and stuff)
4. faster iDisk speed.
5. integration of iCal on .mac
maybe not all of them but at least some.
rick snagwell
May 4, 03:42 PM
I use Folder Enhancer to mess with the folders, but it does nothing for the icon...when not using the folder. it has that white border and grey bg.
how to i change the bg and border settings on the folder icon?
thanks
how to i change the bg and border settings on the folder icon?
thanks
2 Replies
Apr 7, 12:50 PM
I can confirm that I am a genuine iPhone 4 user who loves it.
And I can confirm that my ass itches.
(Point being, your confirmation about yourself means nothing.)
Don't get me wrong, I've had plenty of problems with my iPhone as well, just confirming with others who can do nothing to fix it... isn't helpful at all.
It's just that the only real 'confirmation' (at least the only one that matters) is done by the manufacturer's testers ... (Apple's in this case)...
AFTER you report the issue (https://bugreport.apple.com/), with clear & easy to follow repro steps.
So if you have an issue that you can consistently reproduce, with any software... lookup the manufacturer... see if they have a bug reporting tool (or a support contact), and report it. ^_^
And I can confirm that my ass itches.
(Point being, your confirmation about yourself means nothing.)
Don't get me wrong, I've had plenty of problems with my iPhone as well, just confirming with others who can do nothing to fix it... isn't helpful at all.
It's just that the only real 'confirmation' (at least the only one that matters) is done by the manufacturer's testers ... (Apple's in this case)...
AFTER you report the issue (https://bugreport.apple.com/), with clear & easy to follow repro steps.
So if you have an issue that you can consistently reproduce, with any software... lookup the manufacturer... see if they have a bug reporting tool (or a support contact), and report it. ^_^
bw1128
Apr 30, 10:09 AM
is there a way to have a google search or bing search area on your homescreen link the evo?
i hate how long the new google app takes to load.
i hate how long the new google app takes to load.
mac jones
Mar 11, 09:48 AM
bump
HMFIC03
Apr 4, 01:18 PM
You see? This is the problem when there's no competition. Pretty soon we'll have three main carriers (ATT, Verizon and Sprint). One of them decides to increase prices, then the other will follow suit. I'll go with an iPod touch and a paid phone once my contract is up. Screw them all!
Agreed, more the competition the better - The consumers always win. :D Now only if Sprint could get the iphone. Then maybe those numbers of androids that is rising in market would shrink compared to the number of iPhones.
Agreed, more the competition the better - The consumers always win. :D Now only if Sprint could get the iphone. Then maybe those numbers of androids that is rising in market would shrink compared to the number of iPhones.
mi5moav
Sep 27, 08:07 AM
Well, finally Apple has the only option for my web mail needs.
Less then $499 a year
No stinking contextual ads
IMAP and POP access
Drag and Drop functionality
Inline Image support
Digital Signatures
Able to Label Mail
Email Encryption
No Banner Ads
Slick Interface
Helps Support AAPL stock
Less then $499 a year
No stinking contextual ads
IMAP and POP access
Drag and Drop functionality
Inline Image support
Digital Signatures
Able to Label Mail
Email Encryption
No Banner Ads
Slick Interface
Helps Support AAPL stock
dermaz
Feb 18, 11:28 PM
Desktop Picture:
Custom one I made from this photo here (http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-13093790-wooden-room.php). I'm not sure about iStockphoto's rules on sharing this. I will check.
Theme:
SnowTunes 3 (http://mac.softpedia.com/get/System-Utilities/SnowTunes.shtml)
Most of my Geektool Scripts:
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/analog-time-in-words-1/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/display-basic-computer-info-name-ram-processor-os-version/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/internet/twitter-2/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/fans-temperature-monitor-geeklet/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/top-processes-sorted-by-cpu-usage/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/top-processes-sorted-by-memory-usage/
Icons:
Custom based on Blob 3 HD Templet by martinlexow.de
Fonts:
ITC Avant Garde Gothic Standard
Courier New
Any chance I can get the Blob 3 HD Templet by martinlexow.de? I cant find it anywhere, all the links I come across point to his site, but lead nowhere.
Custom one I made from this photo here (http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-photo-13093790-wooden-room.php). I'm not sure about iStockphoto's rules on sharing this. I will check.
Theme:
SnowTunes 3 (http://mac.softpedia.com/get/System-Utilities/SnowTunes.shtml)
Most of my Geektool Scripts:
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/analog-time-in-words-1/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/display-basic-computer-info-name-ram-processor-os-version/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/internet/twitter-2/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/fans-temperature-monitor-geeklet/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/top-processes-sorted-by-cpu-usage/
http://www.macosxtips.co.uk/geeklets/system/top-processes-sorted-by-memory-usage/
Icons:
Custom based on Blob 3 HD Templet by martinlexow.de
Fonts:
ITC Avant Garde Gothic Standard
Courier New
Any chance I can get the Blob 3 HD Templet by martinlexow.de? I cant find it anywhere, all the links I come across point to his site, but lead nowhere.
If you are looking for an excellent contextual ad network, I recommend that you check out Clicksor.
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