August 12, 201114 yr Well, I waited 24hours to see if the iPod5touch was ready for release but amazingly not ! so I went off to Taunton and spent nearly 3 hours talking to a lovely young man called Rob who is a fountain of apple knowledge. I learnt a lot and have come home with iPod4 touch, car adapter thingy and a Sony docking player......I wanted the Bose but with a new bike looming I had to curb my passion for it. I have also decided to stick with my Nokia phones for now as I have been nokia loyal for 20 years. Also, when I need to change my laptop.....hopefully soon......I am going for a Mac......so quite an interesting day and hopefully it will get more so as I grapple with setting it all up, downloading and everything else I shall be busy with tonight. So today, I am a happy bunny Lynda
August 12, 201114 yr Also, when I need to change my laptop.....hopefully soon......I am going for a Mac......so quite an interesting day and hopefully it will get more so as I grapple with setting it all up, downloading and everything else I shall be busy with tonight. Lynda As one who made the transition from PC to Mac about 10 years ago and have since accumulated a collection of Apple machines, I don't think you'll go far wrong, either with your choice today or your notion that you may replace your PC with a Mac in the future. As has been testified by another member, Apple back-up and customer service is absolutely top drawer. It's unlikely, in my experience, that you'll ever need Apple to fix anything unless you're very careless with your gadgets as one of my sons has been over the years but should things go wrong, they really are excellent. When laptops came on the scene, I couldn't imagine why I'd ever need one. When smart phones came out, likewise. On the day the iPhone went on sale in the UK, I convinced myself absolutely that I would not go and queue up outside an Apple Store or an O2 shop so I didn't......I walked into 02 at 1100hrs the following morning, (no queue!) and walked out 10 minutes later with my first iPhone. Currently, I have four Mac laptops, one iMac and two iPhones......don't ask! Since I went over to Mac, all my family have gone the same way. Probably, one day, something better will come along but so far, the rest are still playing catch-up. I do hope you enjoy the iPod. Indalo
August 12, 201114 yr Author Thanks Indalo I have downloaded itunes but so far havent managed to fire the ipod up yet....its just showing the lead pointing to the itunes graphic,,,,maybe I am not being firm enough when I touch it.......this is going to be fun ......watch this space cos if I get into trouble I will be pestering you for help ! Lynda
August 12, 201114 yr Sounds like you had a great shopping spree, I look forward to hearing what you think and how you get on with your ipod4 hun, I've been debating getting one with a docking station for the Motorhome.
August 12, 201114 yr Author Sounds like you had a great shopping spree, I look forward to hearing what you think and how you get on with your ipod4 hun, I've been debating getting one with a docking station for the Motorhome. Hi Morag...how are you and all the doggies ??.......and yes it was great....nothing like a bit of retail therapy ! The BOSE docking station was ideal for the m/home that was really tempting me, it had rechargable lithium batteries (ring any bells ).......and the sound was to die for, I love my music loud, but it was going to be more than £200 more than the sony one I bought......mind you, I havent unwrapped that one yet just in case I succumb tomorrow and go back and swap it......but I must try hard not to be too naughty !! Lynda
August 12, 201114 yr We are all doing great thanks hun and having a fab time with the motorhome and bike! I love the sound of the BOSE but I don't think I could swing the cost past hubby.....*lol* at not unwrapping the current docking station incase you change your mind very cunning. You can't beat great sound it's worth every penny I think, just need to convince the otherhalf *lol*
August 12, 201114 yr Author We are all doing great thanks hun and having a fab time with the motorhome and bike! I love the sound of the BOSE but I don't think I could swing the cost past hubby.....*lol* at not unwrapping the current docking station incase you change your mind very cunning. You can't beat great sound it's worth every penny I think, just need to convince the otherhalf *lol* LOL.....well as my other half lives in Spain its not a problem I just have to get it past that little sensible portion of my brain......mind you, that part is very small LOL Will let you know....
August 12, 201114 yr Apple equipment is very good, excessively expensive, but good. I used to be a dedicated Nokia fan and really wanted to resist the calling of Apple products. I even went for a Blackberry phone to avoid the iPhone. Then my wife came home with a works iPhone one day. I was immediately impressed with how easy and intuitive it was to use and as a bonus, it worked and did all of the things that it was supposed to do. That was 2 years ago. Now I have an iPhone, iMac, Mac Book and recently added an ipad2. All brilliant, all do different things and suit different modes of usage. Quick tip if you buy an iPad2 with 3G enabled. TMobile do a free PAYG micro sim, just top it up once with £10 credit and get 12 months free data. Unlimited browsing and 500MB file download per month for about 80p / month. Smashing.
August 12, 201114 yr Author Oh God Tillson....stop tempting me.......I just love gadgets......my main problem is a gadget phobic daughter who nearly had heart failure when I bought a kindle........well, that, and a lack of enough money to constantly indulge myself LOL
August 12, 201114 yr Congratulations on your purchases Lynn. Don't forget that Apple have a 14 day, no questions, return policy so that if you try something and don't like it, just take it straight back.
August 12, 201114 yr Author Congratulations on your purchases Lynn. Don't forget that Apple have a 14 day, no questions, return policy so that if you try something and don't like it, just take it straight back. Thanks Tim ...not much chance of that though unless they were to release ipod5 in the next 14 days which isnt going to happen......I just couldnt wait for it. But good to know. Enjoying myself downloading allsorts tonight I cannot understand why I didnt get one earlier Lynda
August 13, 201114 yr Quick tip if you buy an iPad2 with 3G enabled. TMobile do a free PAYG micro sim, just top it up once with £10 credit and get 12 months free data. Unlimited browsing and 500MB file download per month for about 80p / month. Smashing. *meep* I think I'm doomed!! that sounds to good to resist, an ipad2 would go great in the motorhome! Congratulations on your purchases Lynn. Don't forget that Apple have a 14 day, no questions, return policy so that if you try something and don't like it, just take it straight back. I think I'm doomed doomed I tell ya. Thanks for the info guys I do believe I will be visiting an apple store this week!
August 13, 201114 yr Author *meep* I think I'm doomed!! that sounds to good to resist, an ipad2 would go great in the motorhome! I think I'm doomed doomed I tell ya. Thanks for the info guys I do believe I will be visiting an apple store this week! Yay.....way to go Morag Our motorhomes are great arent they.....really useful for all sorts of things even for excuses for retail therapy Lynda
August 13, 201114 yr Yay.....way to go Morag Our motorhomes are great arent they.....really useful for all sorts of things even for excuses for retail therapy Lynda *lol* The Motorhome is absolutely the best excuse for serious retail therapy, hubby doesn't stand a chance *lol* mind you he just poo pooed a 4th wee doggie so what does he expect I have to cheer myself up don't I!
August 13, 201114 yr *lol* The Motorhome is absolutely the best excuse for serious retail therapy, hubby doesn't stand a chance *lol* mind you he just poo pooed a 4th wee doggie so what does he expect I have to cheer myself up don't I! Just get a Samsung Galaxy SII smartphone Morag, much better camera, screen etc., than an iPhone, what do you think Funky?
August 13, 201114 yr Author Just get a Samsung Galaxy SII smartphone Morag, much better camera, screen etc., than an iPhone, what do you think Funky? I think she should get the wee doggie anyway and THEN get the phone.....havent ever felt one in my hand yet so I cant vouch for the samsung....... though I believe it takes very good pictures You go and cheer yourself up Morag......I will back you up......female solidarity and all that
August 13, 201114 yr Just get a Samsung Galaxy SII smartphone Morag, much better camera, screen etc., than an iPhone, what do you think Funky? I colleague has the Samsung Galaxy SII. A great phone with a nice large clear display and very good camera. It does the same things as the iPhone, maybe more and it costs less. But......it's not an iPhone. I know that makes no sense whatsoever and I can't justify the statement in anyway, but for some reason, I am willing to pay the extra for an iPhone. Its probably because I'm a mug and a marketing man's dream.
August 13, 201114 yr I'm a Nokia gal for phones have been for decades and I loveee my Canon Power shot camera (started the retail therapy a while ago *lol*) so I think I may become an Apple lass to. All support in the future retail therapy welcome! *lol*
August 13, 201114 yr Author I colleague has the Samsung Galaxy SII. A great phone with a nice large clear display and very good camera. It does the same things as the iPhone, maybe more and it costs less. But......it's not an iPhone. I know that makes no sense whatsoever and I can't justify the statement in anyway, but for some reason, I am willing to pay the extra for an iPhone. Its probably because I'm a mug and a marketing man's dream. You and me both Tillson......I am loving my ipod touch i cant stop stroking it......I know i know...get a life.....seriously though I am just so fed up I didnt get one earlier......iPhone is strongly calling me....... must wait till I tax/MOT and insure the car at the end of this month first though Lynda
August 13, 201114 yr iPhone is strongly calling me....... must wait till I tax/MOT and insure the car at the end of this month first though .........and wait for the next iPhone model to be released. It must be due imminently. Here is a good indicator of whats coming from Apple. and here is the link to the £0.80p / month mobile data from TMobile, should you decide to go for a 3G iPad! This is a fantastic deal. Edited August 13, 201114 yr by tillson
August 13, 201114 yr Author .........and wait for the next iPhone model to be released. It must be due imminently. I'm on it Tillson.......second week in september rumour has it ! Lynda
August 14, 201114 yr Sounds like you're going to be spending a lot of time (and money!) in the apps store Funky -luckily a lot of them are free. If you listen to talking books you can download them too, its great on a long ride listening to a really good book with the sun in your face and the wind in your hair!
August 14, 201114 yr Author Sounds like you're going to be spending a lot of time (and money!) in the apps store Funky -luckily a lot of them are free. If you listen to talking books you can download them too, its great on a long ride listening to a really good book with the sun in your face and the wind in your hair! Actually TylerD, thats one thing I havent tried whilst cycling.....but now with my new iPod I certainly will, it sounds safer than music, I always drive far too fast the louder the music, probably the same on my bike.... Lynda
August 14, 201114 yr Why Apple? Why Apple, I just don't get? I have tried a Mac desktop system, iPhone, iPod, but still I just don't get. OK Apple is cool, funky, trendy, but they are just so expensive compared to other products that do the same job a for lot less money. Computers for example, a high spec Medion PC like this one MEDIONshop UK: MEDION® AKOYA® P5703 D (MD7711) cost less than £1000, the cheapest Mac Mac Pro - Buy Mac Pro desktop computers - Apple Store (UK) costs more than double, why? I am trying to be open minded and probably missing the point about Apple, so can some one sell it to me?
August 14, 201114 yr Author You just answered your own question John....... they are COOL FUNKY TRENDY.......they dont NEED to be more BUT.....they are more mac built to last all components/systems by the same manufacturer....the system works so much better than windows in any old laptop for example built by anyone Mac are the future not those throw away cheaper systems they last for years built well..........................oh YES YES YES......I have been well and truly appled Funky
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