IPhone

Scotty · 06-29-2007, 12:40 PM

I just saw Jared on Columbus TV waiting in his lawn chair to get his IPhone. He said he closed his business so he could be in line to get the new phone. I guess he is like the rest of us "Gadget Guy".

Sal · 06-29-2007, 12:44 PM

Nora and I are Apple GEEKS to the max (we even made the pilgrimage to Apple HQ when we were on the west coast) ... between us we have plenty of Apple's fruit (ipods, powermacs, mini, isights, AE expresses, and extremes, etc)... BUT... we're going to wait a year or two to see what Apple has up its sleeve, as well as wait for the Rev2 of the iPhone.

El Jobs, also made his Apple-wide speech yesterday proclaiming very exciting new prodicts in the way of advancements to AppleTV, as well as hopefully more capabilites for the iPhone.

We'll wait for the bugs to be fixed.

In the meantime, we'll enjoy Leopard in September, as well as (wishful thinking) OS X on the iPOD, which Jobs hinted at, what could that be? Maybe iPhone without the Phone? Hope so!

-Sal

quade · 06-29-2007, 12:58 PM

Staying away from the bleeding edge of technology right now. Can't wait to see it when it comes out of beta testing.

I'll probably only be able to resist until my current phone dies (6 to 9 months).

The first few months of this are going to be "interesting".

SegwayDan · 06-29-2007, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by quade

Staying away from the bleeding edge of technology right now. Can't wait to see it when it comes out of beta testing.

I'll probably only be able to resist until my current phone dies (6 to 9 months).

The first few months of this are going to be "interesting".

It's only right, isn't it, that I should answer this by posting from my new iPhone.

This thing is fan-frikkin-tastic!!

quade · 06-29-2007, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SegwayDan

It's only right, isn't it, that I should answer this by posting from my new iPhone.

This thing is fan-frikkin-tastic!!

Awesome!

I have SOOOooo... many questions that the videos on the web site didn't address. I'll let ya play with it over the weekend and I'll ask them after you've played with it a bit.

SegwayDan · 06-29-2007, 11:30 PM

Wow. There's soooo much to play with.

I like the way it's constantly looking for WiFi signals, but the Edge network isn't bad for e-mail.

Its tiny speakers on the bottom aren't half bad for speaker phone and even music.

The syncing on my Mac is so seamless and easy. It's basically an iPod for that type of thing.

There were about fifty people in line waiting for the 6pm opening at the ATT store. The manager came out around 3:30 and briefed us and asked us to stand clear of adjacent store fronts so as not to obscure them. The people were very calm and cooperative.

When 6pm came the doors opened and there were a about a dozen staff to handle a dozen or so customers at a time. There were reasonable measures in place to prevent spec buying. And my particular transaction was painless, me being an existing customer. I just basically got my 8Gig phone, swiped my card, and I was out of there.

The activation at home was very easy once I downloaded the latest iTunes software. It was like installing OS X. Just a few "wizard" screens, one of which was to opt for the $20/mo data package.

So far the ATT aspect of it is invisible. You just do what you want with the phone and it connects for calls and data and e-mail, etc. And it's always looking for WiFi service.

I'm going out to Clearwater Beach tomorrow morning and will be passing numerous free hotspots at resorts and hotels along the way, but the really intriguing thing to see is if a particular hotspot has enough power to reach across Clearwater Pass to where I'm shooting. That would be so sweet if it did.

safety1st · 06-30-2007, 10:00 AM

Got in line at the Apple store at 6:30 pm walk out with 2 iPhones at 6:50 pm.
No Flash.

David

Cube128 · 06-30-2007, 10:05 AM

I camped out for the phone, it was totally worth it

.

macgeek · 07-01-2007, 02:06 AM

Jonathan Gleich surveys the crowd from atop his Segway as he takes a break from waiting in line to be among the first to purchase the iPhone at the Apple Store on Fifth Avenue in New York

REUTERS / Jeff Zelevansky

Jonathan

JaredHT · 06-29-2007, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scotty

I just saw Jared on Columbus TV waiting in his lawn chair to get his IPhone. He said he closed his business so he could be in line to get the new phone. I guess he is like the rest of us "Gadget Guy".

Scotty,

Yeah, I've been in and out of the office...in fact, in and out of town, for a few weeks now....just running my head off. In fact, I'm heading back out of town tonight....but, I figured I'd stop for a little bit to get in line for a phone. LOL, the sad part is I've been so busy lately, I hired a buddy of mine to hold my spot until Jen gets off work. LOL, I'm out of line now, doing some busy work, LMAO.

06-29-2007, 12:40 PM	#1
Scotty Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: St. Marys, Ohio, USA. Posts: 156	IPhone I just saw Jared on Columbus TV waiting in his lawn chair to get his IPhone. He said he closed his business so he could be in line to get the new phone. I guess he is like the rest of us "Gadget Guy".

06-29-2007, 12:44 PM	#2
Sal Enjoys a well balanced glide Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 3,422	Well not like some... Nora and I are Apple GEEKS to the max (we even made the pilgrimage to Apple HQ when we were on the west coast) ... between us we have plenty of Apple's fruit (ipods, powermacs, mini, isights, AE expresses, and extremes, etc)... BUT... we're going to wait a year or two to see what Apple has up its sleeve, as well as wait for the Rev2 of the iPhone. El Jobs, also made his Apple-wide speech yesterday proclaiming very exciting new prodicts in the way of advancements to AppleTV, as well as hopefully more capabilites for the iPhone. We'll wait for the bugs to be fixed. In the meantime, we'll enjoy Leopard in September, as well as (wishful thinking) OS X on the iPOD, which Jobs hinted at, what could that be? Maybe iPhone without the Phone? Hope so! -Sal Last edited by Sal; 06-29-2007 at 12:50 PM..

06-29-2007, 12:58 PM	#3
quade Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 1,335	Staying away from the bleeding edge of technology right now. Can't wait to see it when it comes out of beta testing. I'll probably only be able to resist until my current phone dies (6 to 9 months). The first few months of this are going to be "interesting". __________________ Harry Potter may fly a broomstick, but I ride a magic lawnmower.

06-29-2007, 11:30 PM	#6
SegwayDan Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Clearwater, FL, USA. Posts: 2,666	Wow. There's soooo much to play with. I like the way it's constantly looking for WiFi signals, but the Edge network isn't bad for e-mail. Its tiny speakers on the bottom aren't half bad for speaker phone and even music. The syncing on my Mac is so seamless and easy. It's basically an iPod for that type of thing. There were about fifty people in line waiting for the 6pm opening at the ATT store. The manager came out around 3:30 and briefed us and asked us to stand clear of adjacent store fronts so as not to obscure them. The people were very calm and cooperative. When 6pm came the doors opened and there were a about a dozen staff to handle a dozen or so customers at a time. There were reasonable measures in place to prevent spec buying. And my particular transaction was painless, me being an existing customer. I just basically got my 8Gig phone, swiped my card, and I was out of there. The activation at home was very easy once I downloaded the latest iTunes software. It was like installing OS X. Just a few "wizard" screens, one of which was to opt for the $20/mo data package. So far the ATT aspect of it is invisible. You just do what you want with the phone and it connects for calls and data and e-mail, etc. And it's always looking for WiFi service. I'm going out to Clearwater Beach tomorrow morning and will be passing numerous free hotspots at resorts and hotels along the way, but the really intriguing thing to see is if a particular hotspot has enough power to reach across Clearwater Pass to where I'm shooting. That would be so sweet if it did. __________________ "Never stop looking for what isn't there." --Monty Wildhorn Dan Swanson To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. 727-403-2628

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macgeek Super Crazy Segway Geek Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,757	Another Picture Jonathan Gleich surveys the crowd from atop his Segway as he takes a break from waiting in line to be among the first to purchase the iPhone at the Apple Store on Fifth Avenue in New York REUTERS / Jeff Zelevansky Jonathan __________________ Supporter of Operation: Desert_Seg Segway "Let the good times, roll" YES! I AM! the Super Crazy - Segway Geek since 2004 Top 7th Poster - Top 8th Reputation, I must be doing something right™ Segway Chat Awards 2006: Most Outrageous Pimping Award - Winner Funniest Post - runner up Most Flamboyant Signature - runner up Most Original Avatar Award - runner up Segway Chat Awards 2007: Most Original And Impressive Re-Pimp of a Segway - I think thats done! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

06-30-2007, 10:00 AM	#7
safety1st Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 328	Got in line at the Apple store at 6:30 pm walk out with 2 iPhones at 6:50 pm. No Flash. David

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