Comments on: Apple Ad Demonstrates that the iPhone is Unnecessary http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/ Bringing old-fashioned solutions to the 21st century Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:17:15 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.1 By: S. P. Gass http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-1382 S. P. Gass Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:43:52 +0000 http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-1382 Ray, thanks a lot for your comment. You make some excellent points. Now that the new iPhone is out (and cheaper), my wife is considering getting one. However, I understand the service contracts aren't cheap. How much do they run? Still holding out for now, S.P. Gass Ray, thanks a lot for your comment. You make some excellent points. Now that the new iPhone is out (and cheaper), my wife is considering getting one. However, I understand the service contracts aren’t cheap. How much do they run?

Still holding out for now,

S.P. Gass

]]> By: Ray http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-1381 Ray Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:23:38 +0000 http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-1381 Wow, I know this post is really old... But I would like to defend why I have an iPhone. I use it to... 1. iPod (Obviously) Regular iPod= $150-$300 --saves pocket space 2. Cell Phone (Also Obvious) Cheapest are free, but there is still the normal monthly bill. --Saves pocket space 3. Internet device, I can communicate with all my friends and family! NO MATTER WHERE I AM! It's great! I don't have to call them, I can send a email and get one back either instantly, or later, but email is allot more flexible with my schedule then a phone call is. --Saves Time 4. Bible- Devoted Christian, I am able to carry a full copy of a New King James Bible in my iPhone -Saves Pocket space 5. Camera- Hey! Look what that dog is doing! --Saves pocket space 6. Nice Flexible Calendar- Entire day plan in one accessible application, OH even better, i don't have to have a pen with me. --saves pocket space and a pen. 7. Calculator- Cool, 2+2, oh and look when I tip it over, it becomes a scientific calculator! --Saves pocket space 8. Weather- I know, I could just memorize the entire weeks weather forecast, like they would have in the 20th century, but, what if she wants to go to the beach, your one chance with her, don't choose a day that may get rained out, OH, iPhone has a weather app. -Gives you a chance with the girl 9. Notes- Same as a notebook...kinda-- saves pocket space and another pen. 10. Maps- Ok, so don't use the iPhone for a ski resort, I wouldn't take such a important and useful tool out to ski anyway, no how about, it's dark, you lost your way, you barely ever come out to this side of the states, but you know the map is down in that poorly lit glove compartment, but wait! The iPhone has a GPS! And it's backlit, AND It's in my pocket! HA HA HA HA! -Saves space, light, time, and is very convenient. So, I hope I have defended my iPhone properly With respect- Ray Wow, I know this post is really old…

But I would like to defend why I have an iPhone.

I use it to…

1. iPod (Obviously) Regular iPod= $150-$300 –saves pocket space

2. Cell Phone (Also Obvious) Cheapest are free, but there is still the normal monthly bill. –Saves pocket space

3. Internet device, I can communicate with all my friends and family! NO MATTER WHERE I AM! It’s great! I don’t have to call them, I can send a email and get one back either instantly, or later, but email is allot more flexible with my schedule then a phone call is. –Saves Time

4. Bible- Devoted Christian, I am able to carry a full copy of a New King James Bible in my iPhone -Saves Pocket space

5. Camera- Hey! Look what that dog is doing! –Saves pocket space

6. Nice Flexible Calendar- Entire day plan in one accessible application, OH even better, i don’t have to have a pen with me. –saves pocket space and a pen.

7. Calculator- Cool, 2+2, oh and look when I tip it over, it becomes a scientific calculator! –Saves pocket space

8. Weather- I know, I could just memorize the entire weeks weather forecast, like they would have in the 20th century, but, what if she wants to go to the beach, your one chance with her, don’t choose a day that may get rained out, OH, iPhone has a weather app. -Gives you a chance with the girl

9. Notes- Same as a notebook…kinda– saves pocket space and another pen.

10. Maps- Ok, so don’t use the iPhone for a ski resort, I wouldn’t take such a important and useful tool out to ski anyway, no how about, it’s dark, you lost your way, you barely ever come out to this side of the states, but you know the map is down in that poorly lit glove compartment, but wait! The iPhone has a GPS! And it’s backlit, AND It’s in my pocket! HA HA HA HA! -Saves space, light, time, and is very convenient.

So, I hope I have defended my iPhone properly

With respect-

Ray

]]> By: S. P. Gass http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-655 S. P. Gass Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:45:42 +0000 http://lowtechtimes.com/2008/03/13/apple-ad-demonstrates-that-the-iphone-is-unnecessary/#comment-655 Belfagore, thanks for your comment. You're right that downhill ski resorts are detrimental to the environment in that they scar the landscape, cause erosion, encourage people to drive from hours away, and bring other problems. However, for what it's worth, some resorts are now making an effort to be greener: http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/environment/the_greenroom/ . Also, you're absolutely correct in suggesting that skiing in fancy resorts at exotic locals is regarded by some as a status symbol. I'm sure many of those people buy new expensive ski outfits and equipment every year for the same purpose. Others simply enjoy skiing as an outdoor activity. Runtiludrop, you're right that the cost of these devices tends to go down over time. I haven't bought a flatscreen tv yet, but might someday when the prices are lower. Thanks a lot for your thoughts. Belfagore, thanks for your comment. You’re right that downhill ski resorts are detrimental to the environment in that they scar the landscape, cause erosion, encourage people to drive from hours away, and bring other problems. However, for what it’s worth, some resorts are now making an effort to be greener: http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/environment/the_greenroom/ . Also, you’re absolutely correct in suggesting that skiing in fancy resorts at exotic locals is regarded by some as a status symbol. I’m sure many of those people buy new expensive ski outfits and equipment every year for the same purpose. Others simply enjoy skiing as an outdoor activity.

Runtiludrop, you’re right that the cost of these devices tends to go down over time. I haven’t bought a flatscreen tv yet, but might someday when the prices are lower. Thanks a lot for your thoughts.

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