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Geeky iPhone Details

Friday, September 28th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Many have heard of the iPhone’s special features. You may have seen the sleek design, know of the multi-touch screen that allows us to access everything with the use of our bare fingers and be well acquainted with the fact that its automated sensors do not only rotate the display according to the phone’s position but only save battery by automatically sensing that the phone is held up to the owner’s ear to make a call and so places the display on standby.

iPhones also automatically adjust the display’s brightness according to its visual needs as well. We also know that it runs with Apple’s latest Mac OS X operating system and that it is capable of unrestricted web access through Safari. Yes, we already know all that and that is enough to make us all want one.

However, there is so much more to the iPhone than all this. It advances the reputation of any other mobile or smart phone that has preceded it. When you get into the technical specifications of this sensational new gadget, you will understand.
iPhone Details
Yes, we have already said that we know of the innovative multi-touch screen that the iPhone possesses. But that’s not the only special thing about its display. The iPhone actually maintains one of the largest smart phone screens on the market with a 3.5-inch wide screen display running at 480 by 320 pixels at 160 dots per inch. Its users could not ask for more from a multi-touch screen display. Apart from this, it also has the most internal memory by far.

This is a courtesy of a 4 Gigabyte or 8 Gigabyte flash drive. Plus, even with this impressive internal memory size, it is still one of the thinnest smart phones available as it is only 11.6 millimeter thick. It also offers remarkable battery life with talk-time of up to 8 hours and up to 250 hours of standby time.

The iPhone’s 2 mega pixel camera has also been given quite remarkable reviews for the quality photos it is able to capture. Although it is strictly point and shoot, lacking zoom, flash, and video recording features, its digital quality still surpasses most of other camera phones available in the market today. Also, when it comes to connectivity options, it includes Wi-Fi at 802.11b/g, AT&T’s Edge, and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR which is thrice as fast as Bluetooth 1.1.

Apple admits that these features could be more impressive. Truly, there is still much further development for the iPhone. However, anyone who has been lucky enough to use or own one would agree that it provides so much more than expected of any first model. This is especially true for Apple whose core competency is not with handhelds… at least not yet.

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Is iPhone An Expensive iPod?

Monday, September 17th, 2007 by iPod Geek

With the introduction of the iPhone, the world anticipated Apple’s comeback into the handheld industry. Now that the iPhone has been released, everyone wants one.

But for the million international customers, it seems as if only America can benefit from the full features of this must-have, at least for now. What happens to the people from the rest of the world that have been saving up for an iPhone, anticipating its release? It looks like all they will get is a very expensive iPod.

Exclusive iPhone Contract
Everyone knows that the Apple has an exclusive contract with Cingular. Those countries that do not have access to Cingular may still purchase the iPhone. However, what is the iPhone without the use of the phone?

The same is true with its internet browsing options. Considering that it’s data network is based on AT&T’s Edge, web browsing with Safari cannot be access in countries not reached by AT&T’s services. In this case, iPhone enthusiasts from countries other than the United States might as well cross “unrestricted web access” out from the list of features they will be able to enjoy… or should they?

It has been told (by Steve Jobs himself) that the iPhone is not exclusively reliant on Edge for internet service. Although this is the only company that may provide internet data networks to iPhone users in America, broadband connection can still be used assuming that one has access to Wi-Fi hotspots. For this reason, iPhone fanatics from around the world can still make full use of its Mac OS X operating system and Safari web browser.

Unlike the issue with internet access, the problems with Cingular access cannot be overcome. The iPhone will continue to function without the use of the phone in other countries unless Apple gets the chance to address this. However, this fact is not stopping consumers around the world from purchasing this must-have. They will still be able to enjoy the multi-touch screen which can now only be seen with the iPhone.

This feature in itself will make the iPhone an ultra cool gadget to own, even if one cannot make calls. So for those who say that the iPhone will just be an expensive iPod to those who do not have Cingular access, you’re understating it a little bit. That iPod is coming with a 3.5-inch multi-touch screen, automated sensors, unrestricted web browsing, large internal memory, and a two mega pixel camera. Which MP3 comes with that?

You can learn more about the iPhone with this iPhone Training DVD.

iPods Come With Wi-Fi

Thursday, September 13th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Great iPhone Deals

Saturday, September 8th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Here are some great iPhone deals I found online.

Apple iPhone (AT&T) 8 GB --------------------NO RESERVE

US $237.50 (34 Bids) End Date: Tuesday Oct-07-2008 22:48:35 PDT Bid now | Add to watch list

New 3g 16gb Apple Iphone Unlocked/Jailbreak (White)

US $700.00 (44 Bids) End Date: Tuesday Oct-07-2008 22:58:41 PDT Bid now | Add to watch list

Apple iPhone 3G 16GB unlocked world phone

US $726.00 (28 Bids) End Date: Tuesday Oct-07-2008 23:07:47 PDT Bid now | Add to watch list

CASE+CHARGER+ACCESSORY ITEM BUNDLE FOR APPLE IPHONE 3G

US $24.99 (1 Bid) End Date: Tuesday Oct-07-2008 23:32:47 PDT Bid now | Add to watch list

1st Generation iPhone (8GB) by Apple - Screen Broken

US $152.50 (17 Bids) End Date: Tuesday Oct-07-2008 23:38:58 PDT Bid now | Add to watch list

iPhone Price Cuts and Rebates

Saturday, September 8th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Revamped iPods

Saturday, September 8th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Limitations of iPhone

Friday, September 7th, 2007 by iPod Geek

Before the iPhone was launched, there was already a very intensified anticipation. Positive reviews soon rolled out as soon as the iPhone was out in the market. iPhone has now become a must-have to those who can afford it and an ambition to those who can’t.

Although many reviews proclaim that all the attention towards is iPhone is well-deserved, it actually is still far from perfect.

Main Complaints
One of the major complaints regarding the iPhone has to do with the life of its battery. It is said that because of the complicated technical features of this gadget, the battery is easily drained. Many say that the battery used is second-rate and has a long way to go with further development. One way to get about it is to use a Apple iPhone - USB Data Transfer Sync Cable. This simply serve as a charger for iPhone.

Another major complaint is on the data network that it uses. The iPhone operates with AT&T’s Edge which is quite sluggish especially when compared with the present day’s highly developed networks. However, Apple claims that this should not prove to be a major drawback since the iPhone was designed to be notorious in receiving broadband connection through Wi-Fi hotspots. Furthermore, it is said that the iPhone is not open to third-party software developers.

More criticisms pile up as the iPhone’s absent features are scrutinized. With the increasing appreciation for 3G technology, it truly is surprising that the iPhone does not support it. MMS functions, even, are not provided. Even voice dialing or voice recording cannot be done with this handheld. In addition, when it comes to messaging, users would have to stick with traditional emails and SMS because it still does not have an instant messaging function.

Copy and paste functions are also absent. Going even further, it is difficult for its users to understand why such a multimedia device does not have a memory card slot. Although it is said that it should have sufficient built-in memory, users of other smart phones and mobiles of higher models believe in the convenience of external memory. Even its Bluetooth capabilities are limited as it does not support A2DP or even regular file transfers. Some minor complaints also include the lack of exclusive games and inability to set alert tones using MP3 files.

Although the iPhone may be one of, if not the best, handheld mobiles available in the market today, there is still a lot of space for improvement. However, this being the iPhone’s first model (excluding the Newton), we could only assume that the next one will be closer to perfect than we could ever imagine.

iPhone- Love and Hate Relationship With The iPhone

Wednesday, September 5th, 2007 by iPod Geek

If you’ve waited intensely for the release of the iPhone, then you’re simply one of the millions. Practically we’re all hit with the iPhone fever, because we’re enthralled by their so-called touch screen technology. But is this smart phone a true piece of eye candy or is it sugarcoated with too much exaggeration?

Let’s talk about the advantages of the iPhone. It has a very big screen, compared to any ordinary phones. This means that you can view text messages and images with clarity. Its colors are very sharp and very vivid.

I really don’t know how you’ll classify its touch screen system. Sometimes I find it fascinating really, since I don’t have to constantly bring the stylus or tire my fingers with the keypads. But since it’s a relatively new technology, this means constant practice is still needed. Nevertheless, finger pressing seems a lot of fun. In fact, there are already iPhone tricks that you can do.

iPhone allows everyone to connect to the Internet in a variety of ways. You can go for WiFi connection or utilize its EDGE technology. But if you’re previously using a 3G phone, iPhone may fall short as it’s only a dual-band phone; data transmission can be much slower. Its Safari web browser may not be at par with the one you have in your PC, yet it’s still very impressive. What other phone can allow you to look at web pages as they are?

The iPhone is also a true blue handheld video player that allows you to view TV shows, movies, and listen to music without any trouble. Of course, it also holds up to its very decent music player. But you can’t download music, and that’s a big hassle for anyone.

Phone functionalities are not compromised. In fact, you can now synchronize your address books so you can have your own one large database. You can select voice mail messages the same way you do for e-mails. So skip those unwanted phone calls. You may also synchronize your e-mails so you can receive messages in real time.

AT&T, its exclusive network carrier, doesn’t have any sufficient support when it comes to data network as well as for the lack of IMs and office applications. Handsets can get too warm when used constantly and the iPhone is very prone to smudges, requiring you to wipe it frequently.

One of the biggest iPhone drawbacks is its price, which is quite expensive at $599.

Is the iPhone worth to be loved or hated? Your guess is as good as mine.

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