22 Nov 08
Originally posted by rmacken"personal preference"
BB Storm for me, a few days old and still getting used to it. As for the debate, who cares, it was my personal preference in phones
Did you buy the data plan?
If not, what made you buy that phone? Why did you a buy something you won't use?
Explain.
22 Nov 08
I have a smartphone (a HTC Touch Pro) and no data plan. I wanted a full keyboard so that I can use the phone to write notes at work (I use Word more than any other functions of the phone, including phone calls and SMS). I also wanted to have a phone that can replace my laptop most of the time when travelling. So it's important to me that I can use the internet with it, but it's not something I am going to do a lot; and in many places you can get free wireless access anyway. Those data plans are only useful if you use the internet a lot and don't usually have access to a free wireless net. Oh yes, and when you travel to a foreign country, that most likely isn't even covered. So I don't think you can conclude that people who don't sign a data plan don't use the features of a smartphone.
I got my first mobile phone bill a few days ago, for the first two months. It's 15 NOK (about 2.70 Canadian Dollar). I am glad I didn't sign any monthly plan, data or otherwise.
22 Nov 08
Originally posted by uzlessIt's tough to actually get "dumb" cell phones anymore. I never use data or text messaging functions, and I'd be happier if they weren't even available on my phone. But it seems like that crap is ubiquitous anymore.
Do people buy these phones just because they want to be cool? Is that it? Something to show your friends hoping they think you are cool? Why buy the phone if you aren't going to use the features it was designed for? Just get a regular phone! Doesn't that make sense?? Vanity is a crazy thing i guess...
I do use the calendar, alarm clock and stopwatch functions, and I'm glad for those.
The crappy camera I could do without.
Mostly I just wanted a plain phone without a bunch of extra features. The only thing I want specifically is a flip-style phone, so that I can put it in my pocket or toss it in my glove box or pack and not have to worry about any buttons getting pushed. But the stupid phone designs nowdays all have buttons on the outside of the flip-phones. That's even more annoying than the data service that I didn't want.
If the phone companies want to impress me, they should make some dumb phones. Hell, I might even pay extra for that!
22 Nov 08
Originally posted by NordlysOh Nordlys,..that foot!!! I know, you'll tell me "well dont look at it!". I have to! I have to see if its gone! Thats so gross. (please take no offense?) Charlotte😞
I have a smartphone (a HTC Touch Pro) and no data plan. I wanted a full keyboard so that I can use the phone to write notes at work (I use Word more than any other functions of the phone, including phone calls and SMS). I also wanted to have a phone that can replace my laptop most of the time when travelling. So it's important to me that I can use the intern ...[text shortened]... out 2.70 Canadian Dollar). I am glad I didn't sign any monthly plan, data or otherwise.
22 Nov 08
Originally posted by casualdustI'll change back to my faith whale soon.
Oh Nordlys,..that foot!!! I know, you'll tell me "well dont look at it!". I have to! I have to see if its gone! Thats so gross. (please take no offense?) Charlotte😞
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23 Nov 08
Originally posted by uzlessIm in the UK so "data" isnt really a word that is in common use, if you explained what you mean then maybe that would clear things up.
uh, you bought an iphone without even knowing what a data plan is?? I think you just confirmed the point of the article....
23 Nov 08
Originally posted by uzlessThey buy smart phones to compensate for their stupid asses.
Do people buy these phones just because they want to be cool? Is that it? Something to show your friends hoping they think you are cool? Why buy the phone if you aren't going to use the features it was designed for? Just get a regular phone! Doesn't that make sense?? Vanity is a crazy thing i guess...
A recent survey of 15,000 Canadian wireless us ...[text shortened]... given the higher data package cost,"
http://www.thestar.com/business/article/540077
23 Nov 08
Originally posted by NordlysOk only teasin Nordlys!! Enjoy the little footie!! Really was only kiddin..Charlotta😵
I'll change back to my faith whale soon.
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23 Nov 08
Originally posted by rmackena data plan basically allows you to asses the net, emails or play games, music etc.. through your phone for a set price per month instead of getting whacked for £5 every time you want to see how many liverpool got beat when you're in work 😛
Im in the UK so "data" isnt really a word that is in common use, if you explained what you mean then maybe that would clear things up.
as far as i'm aware we don't have them here but what the hell do i know i don't live here anymore 😉 plus i have a pay as you go phone.
23 Nov 08
Originally posted by trev33Thanks Trev for spending the time to explain what some canadian means by "data" on their "cell" phone.
a data plan basically allows you to asses the net, emails or play games, music etc.. through your phone for a set price per month instead of getting whacked for £5 every time you want to see how many liverpool got beat when you're in work 😛
as far as i'm aware we don't have them here but what the hell do i know i don't live here anymore 😉 plus i have a pay as you go phone.
Now for the answer to Useless, yes, I bought the phone for the "data" it is supplied with, so far I have used Blackberry messenger, email, MSN, google maps, youtube, here and facebook on the phone, aswell as the normal text messages, phonecalls and calendar use.
Do you need all this stuff? Well, I suppose it depends how high profile your life is, if you flip burgers in McDonalds then I guess not.
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23 Nov 08
Originally posted by rmackenFor a second I thought I had stumbled into the RHP celebs thread 😛.
Thanks Trev for spending the time to explain what some canadian means by "data" on their "cell" phone.
Now for the answer to Useless, yes, I bought the phone for the "data" it is supplied with, so far I have used Blackberry messenger, email, MSN, google maps, youtube, here and facebook on the phone, aswell as the normal text messages, phonecalls and calen ...[text shortened]... ds how high profile your life is, if you flip burgers in McDonalds then I guess not.
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