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Video of Verizon iphone on Youtube
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I'm posting a negative on this thread, a rare occurrence for me. Why? Use your iPhones to look up the term 'Bigotry'. These people did nothing wrong and just tried to share their joy with us. I am ashamed that there are so many fellow Apple supporters that harbor such darkness.
WOW! an Iphone delivery video and front page news topic!!!!!!
I agree - it is a bit OTT
Man, you guys are hard on him. He was just happy to get an iphone. Learn to love your fellow man.
John 13:34-35
34 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
35 By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."
Amen
John 13:34-35
34 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
35 By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."
Amen
In addition to that, one of my favorite quotes: "Those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones."
Yawn!
Can we have less posts about Verizon phones please? We really don't care about it in the UK, especially as there's very little different about the new phone.
Can we have less posts about Verizon phones please? We really don't care about it in the UK, especially as there's very little different about the new phone.
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And what makes you so amazing that you consider yourself to be far superior than him. Maybe it's something to do with your god like complex or are you just an egotistical, small minded snob.
And what makes you so amazing that you consider yourself to be far superior than him. Maybe it's something to do with your god like complex or are you just an egotistical, small minded snob.
Why the need to "boast" about your "achievements" (which are financially insignificant in the grand scheme of things)? Fact is, it's an iPhone 4, and old phone that is about to be replaced with one that actually works. An unboxing is NOT news-worthy.
See, I don't feel the need to "switch", because I use software, and it really doesn't matter what the hardware is underneath. So you paid over the odds for a nice looking machine...what does it do better than my triple-boot laptop that does Mac OS, Win 7, and Linux, that cost just the same but is WAY more powerful?
It's new to him and that should be sufficient enough. If I acquired a well-kept 25-year-old Porsche 928, I'd be happy as hell.
You must drive a 914 because thats about the only way I could see being excited about driving a 928.
No duh it was planned. He saw the status on their website say it was delivered, he said "sweet! let's go make a hit youtube video!" and went and made this... that's why the camera was running before he came out and that's why the knife was already in his pocket.
Why all the negatives? I've watched this at least thirty times now and I get something new from it each time. Like how the time is 9.30 am, but the sign on the door reads 'Customer Counter hours … 10 am to 7 pm', or how it looks like he's holding the picture of the iPhone by it's top edge so as not to bridge the antennas. There are so many deep levels of hidden meaning!! But I guess these details are lost on most of you people.
Rumours are there's now a 'special edition' DVD in the works, complete with deleted scenes, like where he walks into the UPS centre and signs for the package, the 20 minute drive home, the debate about whether to keep the box for posterity or throw it out, and much, much more.
Rumours are there's now a 'special edition' DVD in the works, complete with deleted scenes, like where he walks into the UPS centre and signs for the package, the 20 minute drive home, the debate about whether to keep the box for posterity or throw it out, and much, much more.
its so sad that people are making fun of a guy that was nice enough to share his excitement. iphone 4 is new for my state so we are all excited about this new product for us. an iphone is a rare sight in south dakota. as for the comments of redneck bashing and all even ill placed insults i'd like to comment on the employment status of red states vs blue states. how bout state level debt because of social programs blue staters feel so entitled to? say what you want but the blue collar folks on the farms and factories where you've never heard of take pride in working hard. most folks in the uber liberal urban areas take pride in being provided for and making fun of everyone else.
btw i'm black and from newark new jersey. i'm happy to have moved.
btw i'm black and from newark new jersey. i'm happy to have moved.
I'm glad he's excited. He's laughing last because he can actually make phone calls on his phone!
I wonder when he picked up his Verizon jacket?
I wonder when he picked up his Verizon jacket?
Now he has no excuse for dropping a call on his anoying wife. I mean she cant even use a camcoder.
I simply don't get this. Why do most people have to make fun of this guy with immature comments involving McDonald's, rednecks, and blue collar folk?
Like many (more mature) people have said, this guy is simply excited that he got his iPhone 4 from Verizon and that he was one of the first. Heck, I'd be excited too! I'd probably not shoot a video and have it pop up on MR (though I bet he hardly asked specifically to be placed on this forum - front page, too), but I (at least) know that any new Apple product I buy is pretty exciting to unbox.
I don't get why you have to make fun of people from different states and countries. Does it give a personal satisfaction? "I just called that guy a redneck on my favorite Apple forum, wow that really made my day! And boy did it boost my ego.". Seriously, guys.
The only thing I can agree on is the blurriness of the video, that was very poorly executed. As for knifes, let the man carry what he pleases, as long as its permitted by state law. It's not like he's committing crimes with it.
Like many (more mature) people have said, this guy is simply excited that he got his iPhone 4 from Verizon and that he was one of the first. Heck, I'd be excited too! I'd probably not shoot a video and have it pop up on MR (though I bet he hardly asked specifically to be placed on this forum - front page, too), but I (at least) know that any new Apple product I buy is pretty exciting to unbox.
I don't get why you have to make fun of people from different states and countries. Does it give a personal satisfaction? "I just called that guy a redneck on my favorite Apple forum, wow that really made my day! And boy did it boost my ego.". Seriously, guys.
The only thing I can agree on is the blurriness of the video, that was very poorly executed. As for knifes, let the man carry what he pleases, as long as its permitted by state law. It's not like he's committing crimes with it.
Every time a new Apple product of any kind comes out, we have a slew of "unboxing" videos offered up. This is nothing new. They are heavily viewed, so there is a great incentive for creating one.
This couple on the video are very enthusiastic to get their Verizon iPhone 4, especially since they were able to get it a bit early by contacting UPS and picking it up from the depot themselves.
The man may or may not always carry a small penknive in his pocket. It is likely that he just grabbed it on the way out. Small utility knives are very useful for lots of mundane things--opening letters, boxes, cutting strings, etc. That blade was very small, maybe 2" long. The man is not "guttin' critters" or warding off would-be criminals with that thing.
Sure, the woman in the video is no cinematographer. Complaints about framing and focus are valid. But most of the rest of the crap I've read on this thread is elitist snobbery. The man has a Southern accent and carries a penknife--OMG! The iPhone 4 is not longer cool!! How can I ever show my vegan-skinny ass at the next cocktail party I attend if I am using such a low and common product, used by slow-witted white trash rednecks!
Ironically, in the efforts to pile on the poor video posters, many of the "Apple user" stereotypes have been validated by this ridiculous thread. Elitist, snarky, style-over-substance urbane snobs who wouldn't last ten minutes in the woods alone.
The woman on the video doesn't know how to properly work a camera. They are both a bit too enthusiastic about getting a Verison iPhone 4--it's not even really a "new" product! That stuff is all fair game. But the rest of the discussion here is just sad.
This couple on the video are very enthusiastic to get their Verizon iPhone 4, especially since they were able to get it a bit early by contacting UPS and picking it up from the depot themselves.
The man may or may not always carry a small penknive in his pocket. It is likely that he just grabbed it on the way out. Small utility knives are very useful for lots of mundane things--opening letters, boxes, cutting strings, etc. That blade was very small, maybe 2" long. The man is not "guttin' critters" or warding off would-be criminals with that thing.
Sure, the woman in the video is no cinematographer. Complaints about framing and focus are valid. But most of the rest of the crap I've read on this thread is elitist snobbery. The man has a Southern accent and carries a penknife--OMG! The iPhone 4 is not longer cool!! How can I ever show my vegan-skinny ass at the next cocktail party I attend if I am using such a low and common product, used by slow-witted white trash rednecks!
Ironically, in the efforts to pile on the poor video posters, many of the "Apple user" stereotypes have been validated by this ridiculous thread. Elitist, snarky, style-over-substance urbane snobs who wouldn't last ten minutes in the woods alone.
The woman on the video doesn't know how to properly work a camera. They are both a bit too enthusiastic about getting a Verison iPhone 4--it's not even really a "new" product! That stuff is all fair game. But the rest of the discussion here is just sad.
Word.
Still, that has to be some serious culture shock, going from NJ to SD. I bet, after people's curiosity about you wears off, you find that people there are a lot more friendly and giving as a community than on the East Coast.
Looks like the new Otterbox case but they have not made them to fit the iPhone 4 from VZW. Only the Defender case will be set for the 10th...interesting. I'm not saying....I'm just saying. Super congrats if its spot on!
all this talk about elitism is funny.
What kind of attitude do you think this couple is portraying? Excitement? Yes, but with a sprinkle of elitism.
They posted this to feel special, common get over the prejudice POV.
What kind of attitude do you think this couple is portraying? Excitement? Yes, but with a sprinkle of elitism.
They posted this to feel special, common get over the prejudice POV.
OMFG @ this video - LOL!
hahahahahahahahaha
This is by far the best MR news article in a loooong while!
Keep up the great work guys - awesome sheeetz!
hahahahahahahahaha
This is by far the best MR news article in a loooong while!
Keep up the great work guys - awesome sheeetz!