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i need some advice on what to get.
i'm in canada right now but moving to the US in a few weeks. i wondering if i should get an unlocked 4s or to wait and get one subsidized by contract.
phones gotten on contract are looked to that carrier right? i think i'll need the flexibility an unlocked one provides
i'm in canada right now but moving to the US in a few weeks. i wondering if i should get an unlocked 4s or to wait and get one subsidized by contract.
phones gotten on contract are looked to that carrier right? i think i'll need the flexibility an unlocked one provides
Corran Horn
May the Schwartz be with you
This isnt a 4s question but more just an Iphone question. Im trying to move some photos from an old iphone 1st gen off the phone and onto my PC. These are inside the Photo Library and not the camera. Itunes doesnt seem to want to do it, My Computer isnt picking up that folder and every program I look online requires $$$.
Is there some program that is actually free that I can use to transfer these photos?
Is there some program that is actually free that I can use to transfer these photos?
duracell017
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Anyone use the customized vibration pattern?
So I had recorded a pattern on my phone and on my friend's. We add the pattern to the respective contact so when we text each other, that pattern should vibrate. When we did the test, we got the default pattern set. We are imessaging each other since wifi available.
Anyone able to get this feature working? This feature only work on non imessage text?
So I had recorded a pattern on my phone and on my friend's. We add the pattern to the respective contact so when we text each other, that pattern should vibrate. When we did the test, we got the default pattern set. We are imessaging each other since wifi available.
Anyone able to get this feature working? This feature only work on non imessage text?
MidnightCowboy
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Gaf, after my first 4 days of having the 4S, and it being my first iPhone ever, I have this to say: it's so good.
unrenowned
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Any words yet on if/when Siri will be translated to languages other than Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Italian and Spanish?
unrenowned
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If it can pick up your accent that is.Carton said:
I'd like to get a more definitive answer from Apple when or even if Siri will be fully functional in Swedish (would seem really weird with me walking around speaking English to my phone).
Carton
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ivedoneyourmom said:
Yep, as you have said, that in itself is a plus, as it forces you to practice pronunciation (if it doesn't completely frustrate you first). I'm also thinking down the road of something more sophisticated where it can intelligently interpret your speech mistakes and all, just as we make sense of imperfect speech. There could even be dedicated language apps utilising siri which offer feedback on mispronunciations.
Corran Horn said:
Couldn't you put the Dropbox app on your old iPhone and then install Dropbox on your PC and upload them then save them on your PC? As far as l know Dropbox doesn't compress so you should get the original quality.
Dropbox
*edit, I'm assuming here you still have a data plan on your old iPhone or Wifi access
unrenowned
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It's not so easy practicing on your english accent in a country where english isn't a native language.ivedoneyourmom said:
Depending on exposure and native language family it could be almost impossible to get rid of one, to Siri, undesired accent.
Also names could be a problem since (at least with the 3GS) voice control in english will not pick up names when I want to call people. Changing voice control to swedish will pick them up.
Stumpokapow
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Zefah said:
As long as your device can get to firmware 4.2.1 (iTunes might report this as "4.2" but your device will say 4.2.1), you can use AirServer. I don't have an iPod Touch handy but Wiki seems to suggest the 2nd gen iPod Touch can get to this version, so you should be good.
unrenowned
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Are there any awesome uses for a 3GS just in case I decide to get a 4S and don't get rid of the old iPhone?
I'm always surprised how nice and quiet the Apple Store is in the morning. I'll always schedule Genius Bar appointments during that period from now.
That's exactly what I was trying, and was eventually able, to do. The webpages would either load with an error message or a note from Apple saying that their servers were overloaded due to demand. Occasionally I would get through Steps 1, 2 or 3 (picking a store location and phone model then signing in) only for the site to crash as I tried to get a confirmation. Then I'd have to start again only to discover that no phones were no longer available. It's a horrible, horrible experience and I wish Apple would change itthey can't blame AT&T for this one.SuperPac said:
BackwardsSuggestions
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I only have 1 more week to return my phone for a 32GB and it still says unavailable on the Apple website. I really don't want to return it and wait for them to get stock again. 
Also, I can't use the App store since I don't currently have a debit card.
Also, I can't use the App store since I don't currently have a debit card.
JaseMath
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Just so you know, it is actually bulging - it's not a trick of the eye. Just got mine and it definitely is...think I'm gonna send it back.JackEtc said:Got my SwitchEasy Vulcan in. It's not bad for the price.
(The only camera I have is my phone, so excuse the webcam pic
I kind of feel like its bulging out on the side, but I think it's just because I'm used to the phone naked.
Only thing is that the has just been HELLA greasy from fingers or something ever since I opened it. Almost seems dirty.
buy an itunes gift card with cash or get a paypal account linked to your bank account(?). No debit card needed.BackwardsSuggestions said:I only have 1 more week to return my phone for a 32GB and it still says unavailable on the Apple website. I really don't want to return it and wait for them to get stock again.
Also, I can't use the App store since I don't currently have a debit card.
The Lamonster
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Had it plugged in all night and I wake up to 91% charge. Plus the dead pixel... I'm starting to feel ripped off.
this thing is crazy fast rendering web pages. on wifi, it nearly matches my core i5 iMac. its slightly slower on heavy web pages but it loads up lots of stuff just as fast as the desktop machine, down to the second.
for some reason, this impresses me more on the phone than it did on the ipad.
for some reason, this impresses me more on the phone than it did on the ipad.
Joe Shlabotnik
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You've got a bad phone. I *unplugged* mine at 100% at midnight last night and it was only down to 98% in the morning.The Lamonster said:
twinturbo2
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OtterBox has a lot of stuff out of stock. The Realtree camo cases are particularly popular...
Chuck (Old)
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My phone does the same thing, most likely going to have to exchange it.The Lamonster said:
http://i.imgur.com/P1Bep.jpg
If his is anything like mine, whether it's plugged into the wall charger or USB, it will drain itself from a full charge.giga said:
VeryGooster
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Gary Whitta said:
I've had some pretty nice data speeds during my travels, personally.
Spiderjericho
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Yeah, I can't use the included charger. It just doesn't charge the phone for very long. Last night, I let the thing completely drain, so I can try the recommendation of some in the thread.
I have to use my iPad charger for whatever reason. Next time I'm in a major metropolitan area, I'll head on over to an Apple store and get the charger or phone replaced.
As far as the Sprint inquiry. I live in VA. My coverage is ish in residential areas. It's good in metro areas. The 3G data speeds seem okay. The only reason why I remain on Sprint is the $70 plan. But in the back of my head, I keep thinking I'm a glutton for punishment given the coverage in my area.
I have to use my iPad charger for whatever reason. Next time I'm in a major metropolitan area, I'll head on over to an Apple store and get the charger or phone replaced.
As far as the Sprint inquiry. I live in VA. My coverage is ish in residential areas. It's good in metro areas. The 3G data speeds seem okay. The only reason why I remain on Sprint is the $70 plan. But in the back of my head, I keep thinking I'm a glutton for punishment given the coverage in my area.
Gary Whitta
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Yeah it's really more of an upgrade for 3GS users. I felt the same way a little bit but the improved camera and Siri made it worth it for me, I've found both useful already.OverHeat said:
Spiderjericho
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OverHeat said:
Except for the limited voice coverage in my area (thanks Sprint), I like the phone (except for the battery life). But I can see it being a bit of a disappointment for 4 owners.
Coming from a Blackberry Tour, I now have a:
a competent browser
large selection of apps
great selection of games
future support (upgrade path)
decent point and shoot camera
simple operating system (I don't care about spending time customizing my Android or Unix experience)
AlphaTwo00
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3GS and 3G users, trying to using my 3G right now makes me wonder how I lived with it for so long. Personally, if I had a 4G, there'd be no way I'd upgrade unless a)Have money to blow, b)Use for development, c)a techie who needs to show off or d)Apple fan.Gary Whitta said:
cuevas. PhD.
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Got a $50 discount from verizon because Im the primary line, yay.
I currently have an HTC Desire Z and before that I had a Samsung Galaxy S, I accidentally put it through the wash.
I am debating just paying the money and getting the iPhone 4s, would I be happy?
I don't necessarily have any issues with android, but I find the lack of support for the platform in the form of accessories and third party extensions annoying.
For example: I want to buy a touch screen in dash dvd system for my vehicle, gps built in would be nice but it drives the cost from $400 to about $700, which is 300 dollars I can put towards the iPhone. Thing is that alot of the $400 ones will do GPS through your iPhone and even display on screen apps from your phone. The catch, ONLY WITH IPHONE.
I also need an mp3 player and I find it extremely annoying to put music on my android phone, I had a 1st gen touch and loved the simplicity of plugging the phone in and updating my music instantly on my device.
Just trying to decide if I will be happy with the iPhone.
TLDR: Always had android, never had iPhone, trying to decide if it's a good move at this point.
I am debating just paying the money and getting the iPhone 4s, would I be happy?
I don't necessarily have any issues with android, but I find the lack of support for the platform in the form of accessories and third party extensions annoying.
For example: I want to buy a touch screen in dash dvd system for my vehicle, gps built in would be nice but it drives the cost from $400 to about $700, which is 300 dollars I can put towards the iPhone. Thing is that alot of the $400 ones will do GPS through your iPhone and even display on screen apps from your phone. The catch, ONLY WITH IPHONE.
I also need an mp3 player and I find it extremely annoying to put music on my android phone, I had a 1st gen touch and loved the simplicity of plugging the phone in and updating my music instantly on my device.
Just trying to decide if I will be happy with the iPhone.
TLDR: Always had android, never had iPhone, trying to decide if it's a good move at this point.
Gary Whitta
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You don't even have to plug the phone in to update your music now, it's all wireless. I say go for it!
CurseoftheGods
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To those who upgrade from an iPhone 4, do you find the 4S to be a worthwhile update? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth the $800.
cuevas. PhD.
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You can do that with google music, pretty weak selling point.Gary Whitta said:
cuevas. PhD.
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Sure the initial upload took a while but now adding an album or single takes no time.giga said:
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Deleted member 22576
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Yeah Gmusic really is pretty damn magical. I still use itunes for my desktop player, but it automatically syncs to gmusic in the background. So I add an album to itunes and 10 minutes later its available in the cloud to stream to any browser or download to my phone. Very simple.cuevas said:
Marty Chinn
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So is backing up your phone but iCloud is all the rage now.giga said:
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Wait isn't it exactly the same? iCloud surely counts against your data plan when you use it over 3G.dIEHARD said:
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