It's official - Apple iPhone + Cingular
01-09-2007 | 01:36 PM
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01-09-2007 | 01:39 PM
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unveiled at CES 2007 - http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/09/the-apple-iphone/
See the macworld thread in Home theater electronics.
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01-09-2007 | 02:03 PM
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I just read this on wired:
does that mean only available through cingular???
If so
I phucking hate Cingular with the passion!
Networking: quadband GSM radio with EDGE, beginning with subsidy contracts through Cingular.
If so
I phucking hate Cingular with the passion!
01-09-2007 | 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by soopa
this is an uber repost, but may be ramblings root worthy. what do ya say ya'll, close or keep it going for the non-nerds?
I think it deserves its own thread. The other one is Apple generic.
01-09-2007 | 02:05 PM
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It's official - Apple iPhone + Cingular
http://www.apple.com/iphone/
Available in June
Exclusively through Cingular
4 GB - $499
8 GB - $599
Widescreen iPod
Revolutionary Phone
Breakthrough Internet Device
I was reading the transcripts of Steve Jobs introducing this, and even though I've never been that fond of Apple products, this is the next level in personal communication devices...
Available in June
Exclusively through Cingular
4 GB - $499
8 GB - $599
Widescreen iPod
Revolutionary Phone
Breakthrough Internet Device
I was reading the transcripts of Steve Jobs introducing this, and even though I've never been that fond of Apple products, this is the next level in personal communication devices...
01-09-2007 | 02:11 PM
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uh, i think the name "iphone" was already taken by Cisco...
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
01-09-2007 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by soopa
sheesh. people are funny...
01-09-2007 | 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by mrdeeno
uh, i think the name "iphone" was already taken by Cisco...
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
01-09-2007 | 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by mrdeeno
uh, i think the name "iphone" was already taken by Cisco...
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphone...sco-222336.php
Originally Posted by CNN
"Given Apple's numerous requests for permission to use Cisco's iPhone trademark over the past several years and our extensive discussions with them recently, it is our belief that with their announcement today Apple intends to agree to the final documents and public statement that were distributed to them last night and addressed a few remaining items," Cisco said in a statement obtained by CNN. "We expect to receive a signed agreement today."
01-09-2007 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
I just read this on wired:
does that mean only available through cingular???
If so
I phucking hate Cingular with the passion!
does that mean only available through cingular???
If so
I phucking hate Cingular with the passion!
So Cingular is the only place to get one.
...and Cingular is HORRIBLE.....the worst coverage.
01-09-2007 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by bl^5
^It matters not, they have the market CORNERED! Better get in on the Cingular stock NOW!
Bottom line Cingular stock is not a sure-fire winner. Coverage is an issue, people locked into existing contracts with other carriers is another, and the price of the iphone w/ a mandatory 2 year contract is yet another.
01-09-2007 | 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
Cingular has an exclusive deal with Apple until 2009.
So Cingular is the only place to get one.
...and Cingular is HORRIBLE.....the worst coverage.
So Cingular is the only place to get one.
...and Cingular is HORRIBLE.....the worst coverage.
01-09-2007 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
Sure, it may not work as well as a phone and stuff...but...at least you'll look cool carrying it...and talking to yourself?
Back in the day when Nextel had the market cornered with the push to talk thing, I used to say that the phone did everything except actually make a call.....My old company went with the newer blackberries on t-mobile, but then switched to the older ones on verizon....No matter the features... coverage beats features...always.
01-09-2007 | 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
You're assuming there is a big market for people that want to pay 500-600 for a phone and get locked into a 2-year contract. If so, then Cingular will go huge....but if the price is too high for the market, then peeps will go elsewhere.
Bottom line Cingular stock is not a sure-fire winner. Coverage is an issue, people locked into existing contracts with other carriers is another, and the price of the iphone w/ a mandatory 2 year contract is yet another.
Bottom line Cingular stock is not a sure-fire winner. Coverage is an issue, people locked into existing contracts with other carriers is another, and the price of the iphone w/ a mandatory 2 year contract is yet another.
01-09-2007 | 03:31 PM
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nice interface, and nice design but why the hell wouldn't they include 3G support? No 3g on a "high technology" phone=glorified wide screen ipod with phone support. Maybe they'll get it right on their next release, and yes I know it has wifi. Nokia N95 is still king!
01-09-2007 | 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
You're assuming there is a big market for people that want to pay 500-600 for a phone and get locked into a 2-year contract. If so, then Cingular will go huge....but if the price is too high for the market, then peeps will go elsewhere.
Bottom line Cingular stock is not a sure-fire winner. Coverage is an issue, people locked into existing contracts with other carriers is another, and the price of the iphone w/ a mandatory 2 year contract is yet another.
Bottom line Cingular stock is not a sure-fire winner. Coverage is an issue, people locked into existing contracts with other carriers is another, and the price of the iphone w/ a mandatory 2 year contract is yet another.
01-09-2007 | 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by J.T.'s 3.2CL
Where is it stated that you have to sign for 2 years? I'm really excited about this but I would rather pay more for the phone than to sign for two years.
01-09-2007 | 05:20 PM
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Wait until the exclusive ends in 2009... then it will likely be on the other networks. I love the phone, but no way I'll buy it if I have to use it on Cingular's crappy network...
01-09-2007 | 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
Wait until the exclusive ends in 2009... then it will likely be on the other networks. I love the phone, but no way I'll buy it if I have to use it on Cingular's crappy network...
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01-09-2007 | 06:24 PM
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I've had Cingular for a few months now... I've had full bars everywhere I've been in Arizona, LA, Denver, Washington DC, New York and Connecticut. Only lost coverage in the dead spots in New England where no one gets reception. No dropped calls yet, and the best phones on the market.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
01-09-2007 | 08:20 PM
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We use Cingular for work and it's nothing but trouble. We have sites throughout Fairfield county and the dropped call were so bad, I dropped my work phone in a draw and use my personal phone (Verizon) for work now.
I love the iPhone tho. Too bad they went and lumped themselves in with one carrier for 2 years.
I love the iPhone tho. Too bad they went and lumped themselves in with one carrier for 2 years.
01-09-2007 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
I've had Cingular for a few months now... I've had full bars everywhere I've been in Arizona, LA, Denver, Washington DC, New York and Connecticut. Only lost coverage in the dead spots in New England where no one gets reception. No dropped calls yet, and the best phones on the market.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
Same here... Cingular is the best service in my area.
The only thing I hate with a 2 year contract is the fact that if the phone breaks after the first year it is no longer under factory warranty. Cingular will make you buy a new one at non-contract pricing $$$ since you aren't eligible for an upgrade. I'll end up paying more to go 1 year.
01-09-2007 | 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
I've had Cingular for a few months now... I've had full bars everywhere I've been in Arizona, LA, Denver, Washington DC, New York and Connecticut. Only lost coverage in the dead spots in New England where no one gets reception. No dropped calls yet, and the best phones on the market.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
Not arguing against those of you who don't like Cingular, just thought I'd stick up for them since I've been very happy with my service.
Anyways why did Al Gore leave a voice message?
