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[iPhone/iPod Thread] Nothing clever to say.
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Dropbox is always worthwhile.
You put the comic file (cbr, cbz) into a folder on your computer, it automatically uploads to the cloud, and you can access that folder while connected to the internet on your iPad.
You can set up subscriptions to comics that automagically drop the finished files in that dropbox folder for you.
Dropbox is awesome.
Right now I'm thinking best bet is DODO BOOKback with a Smart Cover unless someone knows about some underground case/cover that's amazing but just doesn't get enough press to know about.
I like the minimalist style of the smart cover and BOOKback, and want to be able to stand up the iPad for video viewage.
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+1 to BOOKback + Smart Cover. Great combination.
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I enabled the WiFi Sync, but I can't figure out how to actually sync things, especially if i want to pick and choose and do it manually. Any help is GREATLY appreciated.
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I have a BOOQ boa skin and it works perfectly well for what I wanted out of it. Not sure how expensive they are normally, but I got mine for $10 with a promo. Not sure I'd pay much more than that for it, though.
Have you selected to set up as new? If not, do it. It's counterintuitive, but that option is really "leave things alone" and shouldn't change anything on the iPad or computer. Then you'll be able to access all the syncing settings. Make sure you have an (iCloud) backup just in case though.
I also have the Booq Boa Skin an it's nice. Not worth a lot, but for 20 bucks or less, it's perfect. Otherwise, I love Timbuk2 sleeves for all my devices. They've never let me down and have excellent customer service.
Wow, you're right, that is incredibly unintuitive. But it worked. Thanks!
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Should I go for the big 64GB version or the 32GB version? I don't plan on loading it to the brim with apps and games, but I would enjoy a few geeky science apps and the comixology app (for starters).
I can't speak for other people really, but I have a 16gb model. I read comics, listen to quite a few podcasts, and have a ton of music that I use iTunes Match to download on demand. I also have about 20 games, including a couple of huuuuuge 1gb+ games like Dead Space and Infinity Blade.
I'm juuuust now butting up against my 16gb capacity, so I changed the setting in my podcast app to only keep 2 episodes of each podcast at a time instead of 4, and I'm fine again.
I really think 32 is plenty or most people. The exception being if you want to store ALL your music or tons of movies on your phone.
To put things into perspective, I'm using iTunes Match to give my 32gb 4S access to my 55gb music library. I usually have about 16gb of music on the phone.
Beyond that, I have a few bigger games (Chronotrigger, Sonic CD, Final Fantasy), a few smaller games (Angry Birds, Cut the Rope, Sudoku, Solitaire, Bejeweled), and a reasonable selection of other apps (another 20 or so... some travel related stuff, some utilities, a few fun music ones, dropbox, evernote, kindle, and more). I currently have about 8gb of free space.
My point: With a few exceptions, apps don't take up very much space. 16gb is loads of space if you don't expect to keep much music or video on the thing. So, to put it concisely:
16gb: Good for loads of apps, a bit of music, and the odd video.
32gb: Good for loads of apps, loads of music (provided you're using iTunes Match), and the odd video.
64gb: Good for loads of apps, loads of music (provided you're using iTunes Match), and a decent amount of video as well.
I actually went with 64gb on my iPad because I use it heavily for comics, and like having most of my music on it. For a phone, I don't really see the need for nearly as much storage.
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I currently have an iPhone 3G, and yes, it's getting very old and slow. I can no longer update the software (it's stuck on iOS 4.2 if my memory serves me correctly), and the screen is suffering from some problems. Not to mention the slowness that it displays to open simple applications such as Messages, which can take upwards of five seconds. Therefore, I'm in need of a new phone.
The iPhone was my first smartphone, before that I mainly used Nokia "bricks" to get my basic stuff done. However, phones have since surpassed those days and entered the smartphone era. So I have no knowledge of any of the other smartphones out there, save for reading a few articles on the web from sites such as The Verge.
I've had a look at a couple of phones, and I think my choice has basically boiled down to this:
* iPhone 4S (I'd only need 16GB)
* Samsung Galaxy Nexus
* Samsung Galaxy S II
* HTC One X
* Nokia Lumia 900
* HTC Titan II
I'm a Mac user, but I did find that both Android and Windows Phone 7 work with regards to data synchronisation with iTunes and the like, with doubleTwist for Android and Windows Phone 7 Connector. However, I'm doubtful that either of them will match up to the integration of iOS and OS X with iCloud.
I'd like a phone that has a decent camera for still pictures and HD movies (full HD is preferred), is easy to hold, has a good music UI to function as an MP3 player (to store over 1000 songs at least), offers a functional OS, and looks nice.
Any tips?
Thanks in advance.
If you can try out some Android devices, I suggest doing so before fully committing to the 4S. Maybe something about them will click. Nothing I'm aware of on Android matches the cloud integration you're used to, at least in terms of simplicity, but there are certainly options for cloud storage at the very least. HTC has a deal with Dropbox that gives HTC handset users 25gb of free cloud storage, there's a Dropbox app, and there are apps for a bunch of other cloud services.
Skip the WP7 devices; W8 will be out in the fall and the Lumia 900 (the better of the two) isn't being upgraded to it, and integration outside of Windows isn't as nice as Android or iOS.
EDIT: Forgot about 4G. If you want 4G data, then Android is really your only realistic option for the here and now. The next iPhone will likely be out in the fall (next month or two seems highly unlikely), so if you can hold off until then that's really your best bet. There is no way the next iPhone will not have 4G capabilities. And if you're buying a new phone and entering into a new 2-year contract at this point, you want to get a 4G device regardless of whether your area supports it or not. Chances now are that your area is going to get upgraded to 4G well before your contract is up, especially if you're in a suburban/urban area.
- iPhone 4S (Put my money where my mouth is. Polished, never a slowdown or hiccup, simple, intuitive interface.)
- Sony Xperia S (Sony's commitment to keeping their phones up to date in terms of Android updates is very encouraging, their overlay is attractive and functional, and their hardware designs are actually original.)
- Nokia Lumia 800/900 (Absolutely beautiful hardware, excellent ergonomics, and WP7 is a pretty awesome OS. Bit of an unknown quantity in terms of longevity and app support, though...)
- Samsung Galaxy Nexus (It's a Nexus phone. If you want pure Android, this is your only choice. It's pretty good, but I hate how big it is. The camera is surprisingly mediocre for a flagship phone, as well...)
- HTC One X (Sense is pretty good. Hardware seems solid. But, again... I hate how big it is)
I'm definitely biased towards the iPhone, but I really think it works best for me. And, for your specific desires (camera, music), I think it is at the top of the pack.
I'm not convinced 4G is worth it just yet. Well, real LTE 4G. The power consumption is still rather high and the network isn't very extensive yet. That will probably change within a year, though. HSPA+ is plenty fast, though... I've never found it even remotely lacking.
Another quick question - white or black? I have no specific preference, but I've seen more black iPhone 4-styled devices than white ones.
EDIT: Reposting this since it was bottom-paged.
Save the for the screen, you'll never see a smudge or finger print on the device. It also hides scratches much better.
Prepare to list the required accessories and why you like them. Ear buds, case,etc.
We packed up and shipped out my wife's in the box they sent us, and in return we got a new current gen. Obviously make sure you sync the old one before you send it off. I actually synced and wiped it.
For earbuds, these Etymotic HF3s are a great value. They sound amazing as long as you're listening to your stuff in a decent fidelity (at LEAST 256k). They do go WAY into your ear though, so if that's uncomfortable for you, you might want to look at the white Apple in-ears which are also great for the price, but not quite as good or sturdy.
I love matte black for this very reason so much. The redesigned PS3 sold me almost purely because it wouldn't be a dust/fingerprint magnet any longer.
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But even then it gets dusty as the Atacama desert. It's a lose/lose thing.