iLife - All things, iPod, iMac, iPhone, iTunes

Linus · 06-15-2010, 04:33 PM

Sweet! I order the iPhone this morning (after fighting for 3.5 hours trying to do an order). I should get it next week (hopefully, I can convince AT&T to route it to my work location).

Chancie · 06-15-2010, 05:47 PM

I kind of want an iPhone.

waxnrope · 06-15-2010, 06:00 PM

I have an early macbook pro ... the ones that the batteries and power cords die often. other than that, I love it ... well, I've worn out the "e" and "i" keys completely, but I know where they are on the board *shrugs*. There is also an iPod, nearing 4 years old.

Recently, I started to buy an iPhone, but was determined to rid myself of AT&T forever, so I bought a Droid on sale at Best Buy. I can't figure out most of the functions, and the "instructional" booklet is a joke. So, I am going to make myself go back to BB and get bit by bit instructions on how to save a phone number, etc. I will say that the Droid takes fabulous photos with 8 mp available for use.

I am thinking that I will probably need to upgrade and get a new macbook pro next year. This one is my first ... I always wanted one because of the A-V features, but had to use a pc for work. Even with the lousy battery and cord life, which I understand is no longer a problem, I wouldn't give up the MB for anything! The iPod, however, I can live without... just not that technically savvy and it sits around for an occasional use.

Linus · 06-15-2010, 06:03 PM

If you need a PC for work and want a MacBook, then invest in my company's product: Fusion. This allows you to run Windows XP/Vista/7 (you'll have to buy those OSes separately) on your MacBook better than the PC hardware.

FR · 06-15-2010, 06:36 PM

-- in response to this thread-

****head explodes****

dixie · 06-15-2010, 06:37 PM

Never had a Mac. Don't have an iPhone, iPod or iPad... but I'm willing to take donations...

LOL

waxnrope · 06-15-2010, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linus

If you need a PC for work and want a MacBook, then invest in my company's product: Fusion. This allows you to run Windows XP/Vista/7 (you'll have to buy those OSes separately) on your MacBook better than the PC hardware.

thanks, Linus. I have the macbook pro, so can run windows, but at home, I only use the mac part, the windows is just idle now ... no need for it at all at the moment. I just wish there was Publisher for mac (maybe there is now?), for some reason, I did really well with that app and I do miss it.

Linus · 06-16-2010, 10:32 AM

The iPhone 4 has completely sold out!

In other news, I won't be home to accept the package and since FedEx won't change the address, I'm not sure how I go about receiving my phone. I suppose I could pick it up at the depot and use that for my exercise for the day (about 5 miles each way -- heck, could be my exercise for the week!

)

ButchEire · 06-26-2010, 05:52 PM

I'm a Mac addict too. I have a MacBook Pro 17" and it's OBSESSIVE!!! I use VMWare for Windows emulation and it works just fine.
Wax, you mean Publisher, as in the stripped down version of Adobe Suite? You can run it on VMWare.

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Originally Posted by waxnrope

thanks, Linus. I have the macbook pro, so can run windows, but at home, I only use the mac part, the windows is just idle now ... no need for it at all at the moment. I just wish there was Publisher for mac (maybe there is now?), for some reason, I did really well with that app and I do miss it.

Waldo · 06-15-2010, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Medusa

Is anyone getting an iPad? Im curious about all the functions!

I missed this whole thread. I did buy one on the day it came out.

I use it a fair amount, but I don't read on it. After taking it on a ten day trip and leaving my Kindle at home for the first time I really missed the Kindle.

What would you like to know?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chancie

I kind of want an iPhone.

I was so good. I made it 12 hours without pre-ordering a new iPhone 4. I caved. I suppose I could just not pick it up, but what are the chances of that?

shh.

Chancie · 06-15-2010, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a very special snowflake

I missed this whole thread. I did buy one on the day it came out.

I use it a fair amount, but I don't read on it. After taking it on a ten day trip and leaving my Kindle at home for the first time I really missed the Kindle.

What would you like to know?

I was so good. I made it 12 hours without pre-ordering a new iPhone 4. I caved. I suppose I could just not pick it up, but what are the chances of that?

Shh.

Oh, you'll pick it up.

I kind of want a kindle too.

Linus · 06-15-2010, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waldo

I missed this whole thread. I did buy one on the day it came out.

I use it a fair amount, but I don't read on it. After taking it on a ten day trip and leaving my Kindle at home for the first time I really missed the Kindle.

What would you like to know?

You don't use the Kindle app? I want to get the iPad so I can use it for the Kindle app (I use it on my iPod right now and wouldn't mind having the iPad for that). I know a few of my colleagues are using it for presentations (PPTs). I decided to hold off until it gets to 2Gen.

Did you manage to get the white or black iPhone 4?

Waldo · 06-15-2010, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chancie

Oh, you'll pick it up.

I kind of want a kindle too.

You're probably right.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linus

You don't use the Kindle app? I want to get the iPad so I can use it for the Kindle app (I use it on my iPod right now and wouldn't mind having the iPad for that). I know a few of my colleagues are using it for presentations (PPTs). I decided to hold off until it gets to 2Gen.

Did you manage to get the white or black iPhone 4?

I tried it. I read a lot. And there are a couple of issues with reading on the iPad. First, it's heavy. Compared to the iPad the kindle is light as a feather and easy to hold in one hand. Even in a bookcase it's lighter. Second, it's back-lit. Which presents a couple of issues. Most notably - just try to read it outside in the sun. Or even on an overcast day. Good luck. Even in a well lit room it can be difficult. Finally, if you read for hours at a time, as I do, you'll wind up with some pretty serious eye fatigue. I'll not give up my Kindle until there's a better reading experience.

The iPad is great for a number of things, reading just isn't one of them.

I pre-ordered the 32gb black.

Nat · 06-15-2010, 07:33 PM

I adore my iphone. When I think of a future world in which I will no longer have one, I get sad. I need to buy an otterbox for it.

I have an artist friend who just got an ipad and he's done some AMAZING art on it and he loves it.

Linus · 06-15-2010, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waldo

I tried it. I read a lot. And there are a couple of issues with reading on the iPad. First, it's heavy. Compared to the iPad the kindle is light as a feather and easy to hold in one hand. Even in a bookcase it's lighter. Second, it's back-lit. Which presents a couple of issues. Most notably - just try to read it outside in the sun. Or even on an overcast day. Good luck. Even in a well lit room it can be difficult. Finally, if you read for hours at a time, as I do, you'll wind up with some pretty serious eye fatigue. I'll not give up my Kindle until there's a better reading experience.

The iPad is great for a number of things, reading just isn't one of them.

Hrmm.. That's good to know. I wonder if the 2nd Gen or 3rd Gen will be lighter. I tend to not read outside so the glare issue never would have occurred to me but I wonder if something like this would help?

Perhaps the need for an app that could allow one to read while reducing eye fatigue.

Waldo · 06-15-2010, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linus

Hrmm.. That's good to know. I wonder if the 2nd Gen or 3rd Gen will be lighter. I tend to not read outside so the glare issue never would have occurred to me but I wonder if something like this would help?

Perhaps the need for an app that could allow one to read while reducing eye fatigue.

Not sure if it would help or not - it's much like trying to see your iphone in bright sunlight. It's just hard to read it.

Sachita · 06-15-2010, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waldo

I missed this whole thread. I did buy one on the day it came out.

I use it a fair amount, but I don't read on it. After taking it on a ten day trip and leaving my Kindle at home for the first time I really missed the Kindle.

What would you like to know?

I was so good. I made it 12 hours without pre-ordering a new iPhone 4. I caved. I suppose I could just not pick it up, but what are the chances of that?

shh.

I'm happy with my blackberry. I dont know how I ever lived without a smart phone. I have a mini pc I use mostly for Kindle. I couldnt see paying all that money for a kindle reader when I can load it on a mini and still have internet access. I love it.

SassyLeo · 06-16-2010, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chancie

I kind of want an iPhone.

I kind of do too, but Verizon has better service and I have a bigger company discount.

I am eyeing some Droid phones

Linus · 06-23-2010, 08:24 PM

Ok. It's bad that I get the iPhone during a week where I'm up early. I'm playing too much with it!

The camera is ok but could be better. I do need a case. I'm afraid to scratch up the glass screen.

SuperFemme · 06-23-2010, 08:43 PM

I am a MAC virgin, and find myself desperately wanting an Ipad.

I am afraid I am to lame to convert though.

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