like_that
Posts: 26,625
Sep 12, 2012 9:51pm
One would argue the fact it is on CNN, Fox, etc makes it ingenious marketing.WebFire;1269299 wrote:Oh really? Thanks for the insight.
Point is, they can have their event and it can be covered by the tech world. But CNN? Fox News? No. It's not "news".
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Sep 12, 2012 9:56pm
Out of ALL the bullshit that is passed off as "news" today, you want to complain about the Apple announcement? :laugh:WebFire;1269299 wrote:Oh really? Thanks for the insight.
Point is, they can have their event and it can be covered by the tech world. But CNN? Fox News? No. It's not "news".
Pick6
Posts: 14,946
Sep 12, 2012 9:56pm
free marketing is the best marketing.like_that;1269300 wrote:One would argue the fact it is on CNN, Fox, etc makes it ingenious marketing.
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 12, 2012 10:49pm
No, I'm just used to the rest.Automatik;1269306 wrote:Out of ALL the bullshit that is passed off as "news" today, you want to complain about the Apple announcement? :laugh:
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 12, 2012 10:49pm
I'm not blaming Apple.Pick6;1269305 wrote:free marketing is the best marketing.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Sep 12, 2012 11:06pm
Rabble rabble.
Pick6
Posts: 14,946
Sep 12, 2012 11:12pm
This post brings no value to this thread.justincredible;1269359 wrote:Rabble rabble.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Sep 12, 2012 11:14pm
Pick6;1269369 wrote:This post brings no value to this thread.
Thanks for pointing that out. With a post that adds no value either.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Sep 13, 2012 1:21am
justincredible;1269359 wrote:Rabble rabble.
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 13, 2012 7:14am
I see they used a new connector, forcing everyone to buy an adapter to use any current accessories.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Sep 13, 2012 9:25am
I see a lot of people whining about this. It had to happen eventually, right? The previous connector was, I think, 9 years old. The new one is faster and smaller. QQing about an extra $10 adapter when you're paying over $200 for a phone is laughable. Things aren't going to be 100% compatible forever.WebFire;1269442 wrote:I see they used a new connector, forcing everyone to buy an adapter to use any current accessories.
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Sep 13, 2012 9:34am
I wasn't surprised by this at all. Producers will be pumping out the adapters like crazy. I'm sure you'll be able to snag one off of ebay for a few bucks. I just got a "dock extender" recently.....$4.99 shipped.justincredible;1269492 wrote:I see a lot of people whining about this. It had to happen eventually, right? The previous connector was, I think, 9 years old. The new one is faster and smaller. QQing about an extra $10 adapter when you're paying over $200 for a phone is laughable. Things aren't going to be 100% compatible forever.
Bigred1995
Posts: 1,042
Sep 13, 2012 9:49am
justincredible;1269492 wrote:I see a lot of people whining about this. It had to happen eventually, right? The previous connector was, I think, 9 years old. The new one is faster and smaller. QQing about an extra $10 adapter when you're paying over $200 for a phone is laughable. Things aren't going to be 100% compatible forever.
When & where did they say this connector is faster? Smaller to decrease size, and make room for other things, maybe, but i don't recall them giving specs on data transfer with the new cable.
Did i miss something?
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Sep 13, 2012 9:53am
Do a search, every article I've seen says it will be faster. They are calling it "lightening".....staying in theme with "Thunderbolt" for displays.Bigred1995;1269524 wrote:When & where did they say this connector is faster? Smaller to decrease size, and make room for other things, maybe, but i don't recall them giving specs on data transfer with the new cable.
Did i miss something?
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 13, 2012 9:58am
Don't disagree. Though it was always too big to begin with, physically.justincredible;1269492 wrote:I see a lot of people whining about this. It had to happen eventually, right? The previous connector was, I think, 9 years old. The new one is faster and smaller. QQing about an extra $10 adapter when you're paying over $200 for a phone is laughable. Things aren't going to be 100% compatible forever.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Sep 13, 2012 10:13am
Agreed.WebFire;1269532 wrote:Don't disagree. Though it was always too big to begin with, physically.
Bigred1995
Posts: 1,042
Sep 13, 2012 10:37am
Automatik;1269528 wrote:Do a search, every article I've seen says it will be faster. They are calling it "lightening".....staying in theme with "Thunderbolt" for displays.
I've seen those articles, but the only specs that Apple released was that it was 80% smaller. I haven't read anything that says why or how it will be faster. Thats what I'm looking for.
As for the 5, i wasn't impressed. If i sell my 4s, ill by the Galaxy S3.
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Jawbreaker
Posts: 520
Sep 13, 2012 10:51am
Still looks like a nice upgrade over the 4s. The integrated LTE modem (Nokia is doing the same thing in their new phones) will really make a difference on the battery life compared to some of the current Android phones. I found this video to be a little funny though.
[video=youtube;rdIWKytq_q4]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdIWKytq_q4[/video]
[video=youtube;rdIWKytq_q4]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdIWKytq_q4[/video]
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Sep 13, 2012 10:53am
Yeah, who knows. Mine syncs perfectly find right now via wireless when connected to wifi.Bigred1995;1269583 wrote:I've seen those articles, but the only specs that Apple released was that it was 80% smaller. I haven't read anything that says why or how it will be faster. Thats what I'm looking for.
As for the 5, i wasn't impressed. If i sell my 4s, ill by the Galaxy S3.
The S3 is a hot phone, but still too big for my liking. The screen is ridiculous. I doubt I'll ever stray from an iPhone. It's too good when paired with my MacBook.
I'll wait for the "5s" :laugh:
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Sep 13, 2012 10:55am
Yeah. They are claiming 8 hours browsing on LTE. I can't get an hour out of my EVO on 4G.Jawbreaker;1269590 wrote:Still looks like a nice upgrade over the 4s. The integrated LTE modem (Nokia is doing the same thing in their new phones) will really make a difference on the battery life compared to some of the current Android phones.
TedSheckler
Posts: 3,974
Sep 13, 2012 10:55am
Yea! If my cable isn't faster...that's a deal breaker!
Shut up.
It's still a USB 2.0 cable, so data transfer isn't going to be any quicker. But they say it's digital, so maybe audio out is better.
Shut up.
It's still a USB 2.0 cable, so data transfer isn't going to be any quicker. But they say it's digital, so maybe audio out is better.
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 13, 2012 11:09am
I'm curious what you mean when you say "paired with my MacBook"?Automatik;1269591 wrote:Yeah, who knows. Mine syncs perfectly find right now via wireless when connected to wifi.
The S3 is a hot phone, but still too big for my liking. The screen is ridiculous. I doubt I'll ever stray from an iPhone. It's too good when paired with my MacBook.
I'll wait for the "5s" :laugh:
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Sep 13, 2012 11:23am
In regards to syncing, iCloud etc.WebFire;1269606 wrote:I'm curious what you mean when you say "paired with my MacBook"?
I DJ and I use iTunes to manage and sort all of my music. So I'm constantly changing what music and playlists are on my iPhone. Like I said earlier I sync and backup wirelessly when my phone is near the laptop. It works great. I'm not suggesting that other phones don't work as well because I've never tried it, but like I said, the iPhone+MB is a perfect match.
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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Sep 13, 2012 11:28am
That's what I wondered. iTunes works the same on all phones. Obviously not iCloud, though.Automatik;1269627 wrote:In regards to syncing, iCloud etc.
I DJ and I use iTunes to manage and sort all of my music. So I'm constantly changing what music and playlists are on my iPhone. Like I said earlier I sync and backup wirelessly when my phone is near the laptop. It works great. I'm not suggesting that other phones don't work as well because I've never tried it, but like I said, the iPhone+MB is a perfect match.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Sep 13, 2012 11:33am
I agree, they needed a smaller/newer connecter.The iPod dock was huge, if they were nice they would have just used micro-usb.justincredible;1269492 wrote:I see a lot of people whining about this. It had to happen eventually, right? The previous connector was, I think, 9 years old. The new one is faster and smaller. QQing about an extra $10 adapter when you're paying over $200 for a phone is laughable. Things aren't going to be 100% compatible forever.