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Anyone getting tired of "smartphones"?

I'm just sick of the whole "mobile OS" thing. Waiting for day they put full desktop OSs on our phones. With the specs being released these days, I don't see why not. Instead of creating a mobile OS, they should just tinker with a desktop OS for phones.

BTW ... Isn't that what MS is doing with tablets that are less speced than some phones?
 
I totally understand. I only use about 15% of the smartphone capabilities. All I need is email, calling, text and I think, I can do without the rest, maybe with the occasional use of Data, if that. But I want the phone to look like an iPhone.

I remember the days, I can go for days without even the thought of charging up. Charging was never a requirement back then.
 
Moonflow said:
Ok, aren't you all tired of how we use smartphones nowadays? I'm tired of always being worry about battery life, and i'm tired of always being around chargers (at home, in the office, in the car)... For god sake, after so many years, every smartphone seems to suffer the same problem, battery life.
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Every "smartphone" I've had has had better battery life than the previous.

If you want poor battery life then go back to 1994 when I got my first Orange Nokia phone. That would hardly see a day out just on standby.
 
Moonflow said:
Ok, aren't you all tired of how we use smartphones nowadays?
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Nope.

Moonflow said:
I'm tired of always being worry about battery life, and i'm tired of always being around chargers (at home, in the office, in the car)... For god sake, after so many years, every smartphone seems to suffer the same problem, battery life.
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Look at your usage then. I've never had battery life issues on any of my smartphones (iOS, Android & Blackberry). People don't seem to realize that usage plays a major part in battery life.

Moonflow said:
Remember the old Nokias and other phones where you can change the whole entire case and customize it with lights all over the body? Even the batteries came with lights. Now, how can you say that does not use up or equals to the stuff we do on smartphones nowadays? But, the battery was still very good even with those massive lights and customization.
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Apples and oranges. LED's (old Nokias didn't use incandescent light bulbs) don't consume much power. 3G & 4G transmitters, GPS receivers, high resolution and bright displays and powerful processors do.

If you're really tired of it then stop using smartphones. All this power and versatility comes at a cost and that's increased power consumption. You don't get something for nothing. If you want better battery life then stop using power hungry features. It's like complaining that your 600HP V8 sports car doesn't get as good mileage as your old econobox. You can gripe and accomplish nothing. Alternately you can lighten up the leadfoot and/or switch to something more economical.

Moonflow said:
Yes you do more with a smartphones like play games, check banks, surf the web and etc., but technology is rising but they can't keep up with the battery!
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You've got it backwards. It's the batteries that can't keep up.

I don't understand your fatalistic attitude though. It's not like battery tech never changes. People have such short term memories...
 
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I'm tired of people finding semi-creative ways to post a new thread whining about battery life.
 
ET iPhone Home said:
I totally understand. I only use about 15% of the smartphone capabilities. All I need is email, calling, text and I think, I can do without the rest, maybe with the occasional use of Data, if that. But I want the phone to look like an iPhone.

I remember the days, I can go for days without even the thought of charging up. Charging was never a requirement back then.
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Agree 101%. I had an LG flip phone that lasted more than 9 days on a battery charge (of course I had the extended battery) and now I only use a smartphone for the Camera, GPS, Calls of course and maybe a few emails. I can get by with a flip phone again and be just as happy, but the iPhone is nice looking and has some capabilities that if needed, I could switch them on. Other than that, its over kill for me. I do most of my work/playtime on a home computer.
 
i think instead of companies trying to compete with the thinnest phone, they should shrink the components, keep the thickness roughly the same and put in a bigger battery.
 
At times, I do indeed yearn for the days of standard flip phones. Just calling and texting, nothing else. No additional data fees, fewer software bugs due to immensely simpler software, and they were SO much durable!

On the other hand, I like having the Internet in my pocket. I'm so torn! :eek:
 
LucidPsychosis said:
At times, I do indeed yearn for the days of standard flip phones. Just calling and texting, nothing else. No additional data fees, fewer software bugs due to immensely simpler software, and they were SO much durable!

On the other hand, I like having the Internet in my pocket. I'm so torn! :eek:
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They still make those phones. They still have those far less expensive plans. Just saying...
 
Moonflow said:
Uh no? You might as well use a home phone with V/M. Mobile phones are meant to keep you available and connected at all times.
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So ? If it dies in the day, I'm not going to stress about it because I was unavailable for 4 hours.

I don't have a home phone btw.
 
I kinda feel the same way. Im tired of having a high priced phone bill. I feel like getting a simple phone and using it just for what it is, a phone. I dont even talk that much on the phone, all i do is text.
 
I have no issues with my iPhone. No battery issues. My iPhone has only greatly improved my life by being able to significantly organize it. I heavily rely on my iPhone to plan ahead and get things done in a timely manner.
 
How long does your laptop battery last? Your phone, which does much of what most people use their "personal" laptops for, lasts a lot longer. However I would still put up with a thicker phone if it would last for a few days of typical smartphone use, and no 2 days wouldn't do it.
 
I wouldn't say I grew tired of them considering I own four of them and just rotate their work load. But I have grew tired of this ME generation and all this social network nonsense where we live in a bubble. I am guilty of this too and I don't even have a Facebook account anymore. I miss the more simpler times when we could create memories with each other in real life and not worry about creating this image by showing off on the internet.

As for complaints of a phone bill, yes, I do understand it. The American carriers are some of the worst at it. But if it comes to battery life? Yes, I can do with more juice but compare our smartphone vs a cordless phone with a landline. I would be lucky if I found a cordless phone that last about 5 hours. I can talk on an iPhone 4 for at least 10 hrs on 2G or even an internet call using Wi-Fi. And a smartphone can do a hell of alot more than my cordless phone.
 
About 15 years ago I had a PalmPilot, which was a huge step up from my Sharp Wizard. I mostly used it to check my calendar and take notes. Battery life was great, but the screen was difficult to read. I also had a bulky cell phone that I carried on my belt. Again, it worked for days on a charge, but all I could do was make and receive calls. I got my first digital camera (2 MP) a few years later, but it was too bulky to carry with me everywhere.

My iPhone does far more than all of them put together. Charging it once a day is a small price to pay. So, from the perspective of someone who grew up when any of these devices would have been in the realm of science fiction, I'm definitely not tired of my smartphone, and I'm looking forward to see what lies ahead.
 
A smartphone is ideal for me, and has reduced my workload since it enables me to respond to email, SMS, and voicemail faster. Having access to the web only ads to the benefits.

I couldn't care less about battery life, I've never allowed battery run times to influence my buying decisions for laptops or smartphones. That's what chargers are for. :)
 
I kind of agree. I loved my previous Blackberries and never had an issue w/ battery life on my old Pearl and Curve. I have to admit, I even feel that my new iPhone 4, as much as I love it, is too advanced for me LOL. I am rather simple and just text and call, and that's it. I was on my Sony Ericsson a few weeks ago just to have something different and def missed that phone! :eek:

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nyfliiboy said:
I kinda feel the same way. Im tired of having a high priced phone bill. I feel like getting a simple phone and using it just for what it is, a phone. I dont even talk that much on the phone, all i do is text.
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Me too :)
 
I've never, ever had an issue with battery life, and I use 3G, WiFi and GPS a lot.

My solution: I use a Mophie juice pack air and charge overnight. Works with 3GS and 4S, and you can ditch the dock connector for a micro USB.... The answer to battery life issues has always been a bigger battery if a better battery is not available.
 
Moonflow said:
With that being said, the only smartphone that i found to have very decent battery life, were the Blackberries. Any thoughts?
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Can't say I agree with this. I went from an iPhone 4 to a Blackberry Bold 9900 to an iPhone 4S and the Blackberry had the worth battery life of the 3. I had to keep all settings on the lowest and turn off the Wifi radio just so I'd have enough battery by the time I got home from school (which was usually mid-to-late afternoon).
 
I enjoy the smartphone idea but don't need it. But then again I am retired and don't need to stay in touch with everyone all the time. I really only have one because I am the secretary of my car club and keeping up with the addresses, phone #'s etc is easier on the iP4 than it would be on a base phone.

In fact, I have my old Motorola flip phone in reserve for when I really don't need a smartphone. What I NEED is a mobil phone that is worth a darn. Now days, the base phones Verizon has don't seem to be worth squat. Bring back the old Razr and I would be happy.
 
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No I'm enjoying it.
Still have my trusty 6610 Nokia and a 8310 Nokia.
 
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