I didn't mention any model of Samsung but I have a Galaxy Note 2 and a Galaxy S2X and don't expect any more software updates for either of them since they don't support hardware past 9-12 months most of the time.
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Original iPhone Will Soon Be 'Obsolete' In Apple Retail Stores
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I didn't mention any model of Samsung but I have a Galaxy Note 2 and a Galaxy S2X and don't expect any more software updates for either of them since they don't support hardware past 9-12 months most of the time.
Nope. You are falsely assuming that items stop working the moment a new model is released. They don't. Nor does Apple stop servicing them at that point, because they don't.
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Not in the context of this article. 'Obsolete' is in this case is a legal designation for being potentially SOL if you need service on it. Because at that point, the requirement to produce the parts needed to service the item has ended.
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I've seen this happen with my old iPod (2003 vintage). I have to hook it up to an equally obsolete (and unpleasantly heavy!) MacBook to use the Old Skool Firewire port to charge it. In the glove box of the car, where it usually lives nowadays, it draws enough power to run, but the battery slowly goes to nothing. Sic transit gloria mundi.
I wonder if I shouldn't put my first iPhone (a 3G, not an Original, I must admit) on my technology altar between my two Cubes. I thought that design was just too cool. Pity they didn't work out.
I think the iPhone/iPod solution is to finally put a Bluetooth-capable radio in the car!
That list will be a hoot to check out. The sad fact that all things eventually pass into obsolescence or death is a part of life, but it is kind of amazing to look back at all those products, both revolutionary and evolutionary, and think about the influence Apple has had on consumer technology (either on its own or by proxy through Microsoft and Samsung).
I've seen this happen with my old iPod (2003 vintage). I have to hook it up to an equally obsolete (and unpleasantly heavy!) MacBook to use the Old Skool Firewire port to charge it. In the glove box of the car, where it usually lives nowadays, it draws enough power to run, but the battery slowly goes to nothing. Sic transit gloria mundi.
I wonder if I shouldn't put my first iPhone (a 3G, not an Original, I must admit) on my technology altar between my two Cubes. I thought that design was just too cool. Pity they didn't work out.
I think the iPhone/iPod solution is to finally put a Bluetooth-capable radio in the car!
That list will be a hoot to check out. The sad fact that all things eventually pass into obsolescence or death is a part of life, but it is kind of amazing to look back at all those products, both revolutionary and evolutionary, and think about the influence Apple has had on consumer technology (either on its own or by proxy through Microsoft and Samsung).
I am. 8GB iPhone 1.
So I am in a little pickle over this. But if the phone dies I'll probably just buy a cheap 4S or something. I don't want to cause I hate to replace phones that are still working. But I guess I must.
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Steve was an exception. But maybe it is one of the reasons why Apple is where it is today. Because of this exception of a CEO.
I agree. That's why, as cool as thought my buddy's Original iPhone was, I waited to make the 3G my first iPhone. Since then, however, I don't think there will be another brand of phone in my pocket. My real interest was travel capability in Europe, which 3G would provide.
That lack of 3G capability, however, did not make the Original iPhone any less revolutionary. It put my Treo 650 to shame. Whether or not this is pathetic I cannot say, but the iPhone has materially changed my life. (It doesn't help/hurt that I am an Apple investor.)
Does that make my glasses green?
Steve Jobs was an exception and Apple is an exception. You can't deny that Steve had a lot to do with inspiring and forging the success of Apple.
I think the Tim bashing is warranted. He seems to just be filling the seat. Not very inspirational and just overall very blah. We hear "Steve would never allow this" all the time and often, it's a valid argument.
Not really, thanks to the way they are written. CP laws don't deal with warranty requirements so much as lemons, ie selling something known or suspected as being crap quality to unsuspecting buyers. The outcomes fall back on the retailer and outside of like 3 countries in East Europe after six months the buyer has to prove the issue was present at time of purchase. Which is almost impossible since they would need a service record to have any kind of proof and that would have likely fixed the issue via service etc. Without that record it's easier for the seller to say (for example) 'you waited 14 months to come in so you really want me to believe that your phone couldn't make any phone calls during that time. Prove it to a judge' and not be dinged for it. Even in Italy
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Yes and no. Once something reaches this level they don't have to have and often don't have the parts in store. They just have to have the means to get them
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It would be slow as hell on the Internet and have few apps but if you were looking for a phone that is just a phone and maybe a music player, why not.
I think if Apple were to ever make a 'cheap' iPhone that would be the way to do it. Make one that is basically a flip phone in uses but with the touch screen etc. for those sorts of folks that buy an iPhone, iPhone 3G and use it for 5 years and then don't really want to buy a new one cause they don't need all that fancy stuff.
Of cause. You are right. But my point is the reason I still have the iPhone 1 is because it is still working. And working very well.
This is a pic of the front and back of the iPhone. Bad pics but it still works just fine. Has been kept in a case for most of it's life.
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Ohh I remember going to the Apple store on my birthday to buy one without any contract, my friends all got me Apple gift cards that year awww. I still have one in a drawer but it has some scratches on the back from the stupid slider Incase. I wish the backs could be replaced easily
Ohh I remember going to the Apple store on my birthday to buy one without any contract, my friends all got me Apple gift cards that year awww. I still have one in a drawer but it has some scratches on the back from the stupid slider Incase. I wish the backs could be replaced easily
The iPhone was still revolutionary in design, but the "2G" almost felt like a prototype. The 3G really got things rolling.
Why not get a new *free* iPhone and use your museum piece as an iPod?
Might be some other great uses for an old iPhone too.
Still my favorite iPhone. There was just something about it!
Probably the fact that we had never seen anything quite like that before. The iPhone was one of those products you would dream of as a kid when you were bored.
That last bit is only where required by law, otherwise they are obsolete at five
Which is different than the manufacturer obligation. And if UK law is like many other areas its on the purchaser to prove there was an issue when they bought it but only six years later did it present, which they won't likely be able to do. So that six year thing is rather moot
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Which forces the media to to focus on the products not the razor dazzle man. Too much focus on Steve is why the stock got down to under $100 when folks just thought he was sick (but it wasn't yet confirmed)
Nope, almost never. Because a good 99% of the time it's just folks saying it about somethng they don't like with no idea if Steve did or didn't. Remember tech takes time, we could be seeing things Steve did on some level for another 10 years.
About the only time someone has said 'Steve would never' and it was correct was firing alleged total asshat Scott Forstall. Apparently he'd been an issue for folks for a while but Steve wouldn't listen.
And in the end what Steve would or wouldn't is moot, the man is dead. It's not his company anymore
I already own an iPod. 5th gen video one. That I use sometimes. The other times I like to go out without just to enjoy the scenery and surrounds. And to write in my pad. Yes pen and paper.
Also that is free "with a contract". I do not really want a contract like this. Hence I still use my "museum piece" as a phone.
Good uses for an old iPhone?
1. Alarm clock
2. iPod
3. Clock
4. Paper weight
5. Display cabinet piece.
etc etc
That's not a direct or fair comparison. I get faster 3G connectivity using the '3' network in the UK than some of my friends do using EE's 4G service!
When I eventually upgrade to a new phone this is likely what will become of mine, assuming its not lost or broken. It will hopefully live out the rest of its days as a nice looking desk clock (I even grabbed the app "Flip Clock" for this many years ago when they were still available).
Though like I said in my pervious post, it's not about to be relegated to clock duty just yet.
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I still use the original iPhone as my main phone. The biggest drawbacks being no picture texts and haven't been able to download any new apps/updates for 2 years now.
But it still works perfectly and gets lots of compliments from people who thought they were extinct. I have only replaced the battery once, and it holds a charge for 1-2 days of regular use. It's a real testament to Apple that an everyday phone can hold up for 6 years or more.
I have unlimited data through ATT, but apparently am not eligible for unlimited data on a new iPhone if I were to upgrade
But it still works perfectly and gets lots of compliments from people who thought they were extinct. I have only replaced the battery once, and it holds a charge for 1-2 days of regular use. It's a real testament to Apple that an everyday phone can hold up for 6 years or more.
I have unlimited data through ATT, but apparently am not eligible for unlimited data on a new iPhone if I were to upgrade
Both IBM & Lenovo carry parts.
I've been using ThinkPads right out of college, as well PowerBooks concurrently then, as well as ThinkPads & MBP's now. I upgrade at each refresh so, no I don't use the 700c on a regular basis, but I do keep it in working order just for fun since it was my first, much like I keep my first PowerBook 170 in working order.