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What the heck is the deal with iphone users Vs Android users

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It's just 'branding', not 'brand whoring'. It's been around since business itself. And it certainly isn't a bad thing, if you're into making money and all.

Once the majority of people recognize your brand, you're in. Quick, anyone know how to easily spot a pair of Levi's? Can you eyeball a McDonalds from down the road? The red sports car in front of you has a dancing horse badge on it, do you know what it stands for? Does anyone besides me know that an 'O' on the frame of someone's sunglasses means they're Oakleys?

Those are all brand trade marks.. When a company us easily recognizable, it helps sales dramatically. You can love or hate any of those companies, it doesn't matter. What matters is that they succeeded in business. And the way you know they succeeded is because you recognize their logo. I'd say the robot is pretty well known now-a-days. They aren't on our phones, but it's still the Android logo. If anyone here had created a logo that even 1/10th of the population instantly recognized, you'd be freakin rich!

I always thought iPod commercials were pretty catchy, still I've never owned one. But I will shamefully admit that when Motorola released the first few commercials for the Droid... you know, the one's where the robot arm was playing with the Droid in the hyperbolic chamber, and then the phone exploded with all the apps it had... man I thought those commercials were bad-ass. I wouldn't say I bought my DX because of those commercials, but they didn't hurt. I certainly had a certain image of Motorola Droids before I bought mine, and that image was a positive one.

Mission accomplished Moto.
 
adi19956 said:
hmm... I prefer Takeshi's Castle, I know the footage is pretty much the same, but the presenter is really witty and they don't overdub interviews, in fact, they don't have them.
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Actually, did you watch that whole clip? For the 1st minute or so I thought the over dub was a direct translation. Only after the 1st couple of interviews did I realize that it was a goof. And once I realized that it was 10 times funnier! I loved the part where the kid says his dad is a loser! Lmao. :D
 
Outlaw71 said:
Actually, did you watch that whole clip? For the 1st minute or so I thought the over dub was a direct translation. Only after the 1st couple of interviews did I realize that it was a goof. And once I realized that it was 10 times funnier! I loved the part where the kid says his dad is a loser! Lmao. :D
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no I didn't, I gave up watching. American comedy :confused: :rolleyes:
 
adi19956 said:
no I didn't, I gave up watching. American comedy :confused: :rolleyes:
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Ours is wet.

We had to wait to see things like Waiting for God, Good Neighbors, Keeping Up Appearances, Are You Being Served?, The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin...

And now I guess you have shows like Graham Norton, and that's :confused: :rolleyes: to me. :D

But not criticizing you, I guess I'm saying I find Android vs. Apple entertaining too, but more in the sense of Jeeves Meets Mr. Bean. ;)
 
Hate is just plain stupid. If you have nothing better to do with your life then hate an OS then I'm sorry, but you're wasting a valuable resource. Save your hate for poverty, for drugs, for human trafficking, or child abuse. Don't waste it on a God damn phone.

Let's see, I chose to eat at Burger King last night, so who's their biggest competitor.... ah yes, McDonalds. Ah ha, well then I freakin hate McDonalds! I have to, right? Because you know, I chose Buger King and all over them. Super duper, ok so where's that Burger King website at, I wanna get on there and post about how much I freakin hate McDonalds.

"Ronald McDonald is a chump! Oh man, just look at all those McDonalds commercials, they're just trying to get everybody to eat at McDonalds, well **** that! The Whopper I had last night was so much bigger than their stupid Big Mac. And everytime I see someone with a McFlurry, they just think they're sooooo much better than me! Well I got news for them losers, my Oreo creme pie was ten times better! And whats with those stupid 'Golden Arches' hu? Oh sure you just want everyone to see you sitting under the golden arches because you think they're so freakin cool. I knew this one dude, man I thought we were friends, but then I saw him with a happy meal, and then he just thought he was so much better than everyone else. That's why I hate McDonalds, because they just brain wash everyone into thinking the Big n Tasty is better than the BK Broiler. But I can see through all that hype. Just cuz they came out first don't mean nuthin, they didn't invent the freakin hamburger! Where can I find one a them McDonalds vs Burger King polls at? I wanna vote for Burger King so everyone can see once and for all that BK is the best"!!!

As stupid as that was, Android vs Apple hate is just as stupid.
 
PSkeptic said:
The Xoom was released before the iPad 2; and somehow we can't fault Apple for releasing a product that is inferior in several regards?

Lessee... I release something BEFORE another person, and my product is better. Somehow, my competitor gets a pass because he released it afterwards...

And, I'm glad that 95% of the media content on the internet is not important to you. Enjoy your crippled internet.

And, if you add the mifi spot, tack on another $100 or so to the price comparison to the iPad when comparing it to the Xoom.

The Xoom is Flash Capable. It's not loaded at outset; however it will be available (Even if not optimized). The iPad 2 will NEVER have it.

The 4G capability is available shortly, by sending it back to Motorola, and you will have 4G capability. The iPad 2 will NEVER have 4G.

The Xoom does not currently support microSD cards. It will, most likely when you send it back to get the 4G module installed. The iPad 2 will NEVER have that.

And, the iPad 2 requires you to spend another $40-60 to get the HDMI port. On the Xoom, it's there already. So, remember to tack $40-60 on the iPad price when comparing it to the Xoom...
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Think about what you are saying for a moment.

First and foremost, I am not a iPad Fanboy, just a big crazy fan. I do not hate the Xoom. Second, most of your complaints either do not apply to me or are just wrong from the get go. You are making assumptions you should not make because what you see as iPad flaws really aren't. And you are slamming the iPad because it lacks features that are not available as of yet on the Xoom, or you simply are assuming that they will be at some point.

I do not think 95% of the Internet is flash. And if it is, so what? The things I need to do, do not require flash or access to flash based web sites. I have been using my iPad daily for a few months and so far, flash has not been an issue.

Second, as I understand things, the 4G Xoom upgrade is not a simple process. I found this on CNet:

Upgrading the Xoom to 4G: Why it's not simple | Nanotech - The Circuits Blog - CNET News

If I want 4G and IF things work according to what I have been told, all I need is a 4G WiFi Hotspot to provide me access to the Internet. So far, WiFi has been just fine. If I do need it, it will take a few minutes to set it up unlike the Xoom that requires perhaps a week or more and a disassembly.

When it is announced, are you so sure you will be able to do the upgrade on your own? Perhaps your Xoom will sit in RMA for weeks waiting for this fix.

And, the iPad has Frash, again, not an issue. Or I can use a browser that allows me access to flash based web sites. NOT AN ISSUE!

You say 4G is available shortly, and you say that SD Card capability might be available with the 4G upgrade. This is not a given, it is a guess. And yes, my iPad has SD and Flash Drive capability out of the box, after a JB.

You assume that I really want or need HDMI output. I do not need it, and so your criticism is silly.

Really, pal . . . you need to give it up because either you are flat wrong about something or you choose to assume far too much.

Bob
 
Stuntman said:
Why is the Android side called an "army" while the Apple side is called a "team"? Team seems to have a more positive connotation than army.
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Android arrived in short order, made no excuses, decided to conquer the market, and started taking prisoners (cell phone customers). We broke many Apple users out of prison along the way. We planted a little robot flag in the marketplace and increasing numbers of villagers are joining our army.

In other words, a Normandy invasion of sorts.

Apple Team Members are high on life, smugness, and self-satisfaction. They know that their fearless leader will not lead them astray, and everything is still Insanely Great. So they sit and watch market share diminish. Even the guy that prints those Apple logo stickers is looking for robot clip art.

Bob
 
I know there are plenty of people who don't want anyone at all to have any access to their phones, ever. Even if it werr to zap malicious spyware such as this. They just don't want there to be any opportunity at all for anyone too remotely access their device.

I don't know if I'm just not paranoid enough or what my deal is, but I'm completely fine with it.when it's for the good of my personal information and/or phone, I'm cool with that.
 
well. I think the iphone is needed. I just got my atrix last night. I am familiar with my wifes iphone, but decided I didnt want to buy a 3g phone if att is going to be doing the 4g thing soon. Plus, I ated the fact that I would have to buy a protective case to fix the antenna problem, and another leather case that I wear on my hip. Anyway..this morning, I was having doubts and cussing the atrix(first droid phone for me). After tinkering with it and hitting some forums, I am really starting to pick it up and learning just how cool this phone is. The iphone is simple. My wife would have never figured out how to run everything on the atrix(or maybe any android phone). The iphone serves a purpose and is easy to use right out of the box. To those that like to modify, tinker and want more control, the droid is the way to go. Different strokes. I am really digging my atrix, and I still dont know that much about the phone.
 
EarlyMon said:
Some of you from Japan and the UK may be familiar with Takeshi's Castle - in the US, it was overdubbed and called MXC.

I can only think that Android Army and Team Apple must be intended for an episode because otherwise, it would almost be like suggesting that there's no point to it...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWghNd1lpQE
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We loved MXC! It was absolutely the best. Although, I'm a little worried about the kind of life lessons I'm teaching my kids by sitting around the TV laughing at people obviously hurting themselves... I mean, seriously, when your feet touch the back of your head... you HAVE to be in pain.

That being said... have you watched Wipeout? It's basically a US version of Takeshi's Castle... also pretty darn funny.
 
adi19956 said:
Graham Norton really annoys me, really. <3 Monty Python though :)
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We watch him occasionally (he comes on right after Dr Who... when Dr Who comes on anyway...).

There was an episode where he had David Tennant on the show, and he trapped a guy in a "tardis", and transported him (via truck and forklift) from the street where he was, to the set....

He also setup an Dr who themed ad in a gay personals magazine, and had David Tennant call one of the guys back... it was absolutely hilarious.

He's not for everyone, but he can absolutely be hilarious.
 
Bob Maxey said:
I do not think 95% of the Internet is flash. And if it is, so what? The things I need to do, do not require flash or access to flash based web sites.
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This, I think, sums up my problem with Apple Fanboys (I'm not saying you are one Bob).

"iOS is missing something, so what? Obviously you don't need it, if it's not there. If you needed it... it WOULD be there."
 
Bob Maxey said:
Think about what you are saying for a moment.

First and foremost, I am not a iPad Fanboy, just a big crazy fan. I do not hate the Xoom. Second, most of your complaints either do not apply to me or are just wrong from the get go. You are making assumptions you should not make because what you see as iPad flaws really aren't. And you are slamming the iPad because it lacks features that are not available as of yet on the Xoom, or you simply are assuming that they will be at some point.
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Flaws are flaws, whether they affect you or not. Windows has a flawed security architecture. Whether it affects someone or not is moot. It's flawed.

I do not think 95% of the Internet is flash. And if it is, so what? The things I need to do, do not require flash or access to flash based web sites. I have been using my iPad daily for a few months and so far, flash has not been an issue.
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Not 95% of the internet. 99% of the internet is HTML + CSS. 95% of the MEDIA on the internet is Flash.

Second, as I understand things, the 4G Xoom upgrade is not a simple process. I found this on CNet:

Upgrading the Xoom to 4G: Why it's not simple | Nanotech - The Circuits Blog - CNET News
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Why would anyone do the upgrade on their own, when Motorola is doing it at no cost to the user?

If I want 4G and IF things work according to what I have been told, all I need is a 4G WiFi Hotspot to provide me access to the Internet. So far, WiFi has been just fine. If I do need it, it will take a few minutes to set it up unlike the Xoom that requires perhaps a week or more and a disassembly.
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So, if you need 4G, you'll spend the additional $100 for the access point, plus another data subscription. Rather than send in your tablet, get the new module, and have it returned...

Ok, I can see the benefit of the iPad 2 now... :rolleyes:

When it is announced, are you so sure you will be able to do the upgrade on your own? Perhaps your Xoom will sit in RMA for weeks waiting for this fix.
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I don't care if I can do it on my own. Motorola is doing it at no cost. And enabling the SD card slot.

And, the iPad has Frash, again, not an issue. Or I can use a browser that allows me access to flash based web sites. NOT AN ISSUE!
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What browser on the iPad 2 will let you access Flash again?

You say 4G is available shortly, and you say that SD Card capability might be available with the 4G upgrade. This is not a given, it is a guess. And yes, my iPad has SD and Flash Drive capability out of the box, after a JB.
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There's no question of "if", only "when". And, since this is Moto's flagship product right now, it'll be very soon. It's not a guess, because Moto already said they are doing it, and have the procedures in place already. Even a time frame of how long they need the unit for.

You assume that I really want or need HDMI output. I do not need it, and so your criticism is silly.
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Of course, I'd hate to get a bigger display on my media device...

Really, pal . . . you need to give it up because either you are flat wrong about something or you choose to assume far too much.

Bob
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Ok, I get it. Steve says you don't really need something, so you figured you don't need it. I got you.
 
Well lots of people seem to get around on their iPads just fine. Everyone has different needs. If Bob for instance really needed flash, he probably wouldn't have an iPad.

I can't speak for anyone else here, but come summer I need a motorcycle to keep my sanity. Strangely enough I've noticed others who do fine without one. I'll never understand those people.
 
PSkeptic said:
Ok, I get it. Steve says you don't really need something, so you figured you don't need it. I got you.
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No need to be personal.

It's a big world, everyone has different requirements.

No device I've used in my life is perfect - closest I got was a front-loading Westinghouse washing machine.

If someone says that they don't need certain features - or if someone says that one man's meat is another man's poison - then just agree to disagree and move on.
 
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