Shameless post…I’ve been invited to Pownce via a friend…To be honest, I’m still trying it out.
So what is it? Well, according to the Pownce website:
What is it?
Pownce is a way to send messages, files, links, and events to your friends. You’ll create a network of the people you know and then you can share stuff with all of them, just a few of them, or even just one other person really fast.
It’s made by the guys at digg and so far it seems pretty slick. I’ve only got two friends as of now but maybe more as time progresses. So, if you’re a geek and want a free invite (I’ve got 5 left) leave me a witty comment in the comment section with your email and I’ll send an invite your way. Again, must be a witty comment..nothing weak.
After turning on the car and fishing for the iPod adapter in the glovebox I’m greeted with a lovely warning from Apple stating that I’m not using a “made for iPhone” accessory and whether I would like to turn on “airplane mode” (which turns off phone functionality)- to which I chose “no” :
After that I didn’t touch the phone for a minute and I see the “battery charging” screen with the last track I had playing on the iPhone (bonus points for anyone who guesses the band name):
I turn on the adapter by changing the mode to “cd changer”:
After that it’s smooth sailing. The iPhone is now playing and currently showing the “accessory attached” screen:
Another plus is that while the music is playing you can push the “home” button and be able to navigate throughout the iPhone. This leaves the driver able to control the music via the steering wheel controls or by controlling the receiver. This is handy if your co-pilot might need to pull up the Google Maps application or phone a friend.
All in all, I’m happy that the OEM iPod adapter works as well as it does. I was prepared to only be able to use this as a charger for the iPhone but being able to listen to the music as well makes the money spent on the adapter even more worth it.
I had told myself that I would do this monthly. Well I’ve failed myself (and you) so I will try and make this one worth it. Without further ado…
Eluvium [Copia] A new take on classical. A little piano, a little electronic, and a few lingering organ sounds. Great for studying or working too. Check out “Prelude For Time Feelers.”
Rosie Thomas [These Friends of Mine] Soft, a little folksy, but very catchy. Similar to an American version of Dido.
LCD Soundsystem [Sound of Silver] Good beat, keeps you moving..songs are a little nondescript.
Editors [An End Has a Start] A great sophomore album from our cousins across the pond. If you like British pop rock (Bloc Party, Arctic Monkeys) you’ll love the Editors.
More to come for August. If anyone has any suggestions leave a comment.
Tired of hearing about it yet? Tired of seeing it all over the news? Yeah, I bet you are. And to be honest- I’m a little tired of random people at the mall and coworkers asking to see and play with it (the phone). But I guess I should not complain- I have the phone that I’ve been wanting for a long time. I’ve been using an old Nokia 3650 that I found in a drawer (my old motorola V610 died…and truth be told was the worst phone I’ve ever had) for over 6 months now. I’m sure you are tired of people’s impressions so I’ll keep my short:
Pros:
Beautiful interface, sleek, great ipod functionality, internet is amazing
Cons:
A little expensive (hah), and having to switch to AT&T (formerly Cingular).
I’ve been with T-Mobile for a little over 5 years now and I’ve been very happy with them..and to be honest, I’m a little sad to see them go. Their customer service is first-rate (and about a zillion times better than my 2 year stint with Sprint…what a nightmare…And now Sprint is canceling troublesome customers contracts! BS!). My contract is up in a month so a little overlap…
All in all I’m super happy with this phone. So fun to use, great functionality, and just an absolute pleasure. So, that is all you’ll hear from me about the iPhone- I know you’re a little overwhelmed. (Oh yeah, check out some photos of and taken with the iPhone on my flickr).
Update: Still loving the phone! Here are some pictures:
Ah, sexism at it’s finest- ala 1950’s. My favorite is how happy the (assumingly) little girl is washing dishes next to mom. And what’s up with Dad’s sweater vest!?
