n_maher Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 They restrict the file size? Is this something you've seen downloading something via safari or from an App? If it's from an App this is very likely limited by the developer because Apple rejects apps for using too much bandwidth. So the way around that is to limit download file size on 3G and keep it unlimited on wifi. Yes, if you go to your list of podcasts and select "get more episodes" it'll connect you to what I think is the iTunes store and when you try to download an episode it gives you the following message: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 A message to the Internets regarding the iPad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 ^^^Heh, I like that. The difference between being proactive versus reactive, between being a leader or a sheep. Nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcpoor Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 I have a question regarding data service - since all of the "3G" models are being sold unlocked what needs to be done to activate it on another network? It supports the following, which to my dumbness implies that it might be able to grab other providers 3G or at least Edge service. Wi-Fi + 3G model * UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) * GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) * Data only2 * Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) * Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrice Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 It won't bug me to pay for added functionality in an iPad app if it really takes advantage of the extra capacities of the device. But Apple's been clear that they're not going to let people charge for straight "ports". Oh no, I didn't mean straight ports... but a developer could leave their first app as is and develop a V.2 app with added functionality... much like Tweetie did. Personally, I think that's fine. The furvor over developers wanting to get paid for a separate V.2 app that adds functionality is idiotic... these things don't just make themselves. It seemed awkward that Apple forced developers to provide free updates for the life of the app... at least initially. That can be overcome with in-app purchasing I suppose now or a new V.x app. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penger Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 Adobe Responds to the iPad's Lack of Flash - apple ipad - Gizmodo Adobe has apparently released something in response to the lack of flash on the iPad. While HTML5 is promising, the short article is right. HTML5 isn't there yet... near future yes, but for Apple to address the "now" would be nice, no? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 (edited) I have a question regarding data service - since all of the "3G" models are being sold unlocked what needs to be done to activate it on another network? It supports the following, which to my dumbness implies that it might be able to grab other providers 3G or at least Edge service. Wi-Fi + 3G model * UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) * GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) * Data only2 * Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) * Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology The other network must support micro-SIM cards and must use one of those bands. I believe that rules T-Mobile 3G (1700 MHz) out in the US, though you could get their EDGE. Edited January 28, 2010 by Hopstretch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrice Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 nevermind...stretch got there first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaox2 Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 Also, what do folks think this will do to sales of the Touch? Interestingly, it makes me want one more if that makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 I love a good rant. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J9-QLj4vPQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrice Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessingx Posted January 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 (edited) While HTML5 is promising, the short article is right. HTML5 isn't there yet... near future yes, but for Apple to address the "now" would be nice, no? I know I'm coming off as an Apple apologist, and post-Macromedia I've had little care for Adobe, but with YouTube and Vimeo public beta testing HTML5, I wonder how far off the future is (at least in respect to video)? EDIT: Fittingly the above rant killed my browser. Edited January 28, 2010 by blessingx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 is there anything stopping hulu, or netflix, or anyone else, from creating apps specifically for the iPad and iPhone? I would guess not but wouldn't they have to translate the content into some other format in order for it to be digestible on the i-platform? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
postjack Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 Here's a little graphic that I cooked up to help understand how much letter boxing you're going to get watching 16:9 HDTV content (blue), or 1.85:1 (red) and 2.35:1 (yellow) movies. At 16:9 it's not bad, but I think movies are going to make you think you're wasting a lot of screen. so will my 3D glasses work with Avatar on this thing or what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 Doubt it. As long as they don't stream over 3G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macstah Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 is there anything stopping hulu, or netflix, or anyone else, from creating apps specifically for the iPad and iPhone? There was supposedly a "badass" hulu app for the iphone which, presumably, would have to work on this thing. It was announced last April, but never came out. Presumably because Hulu wants to put some kind of subscription model in place before it does this. Here's an article about it: Where's That 'Badass' Hulu iPhone App? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 More than you ever wanted to know about Apple, Adobe and Flash. Daring Fireball: Apple, Adobe, and Flash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CherryBomb Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 is there anything stopping hulu, or netflix, or anyone else, from creating apps specifically for the iPad and iPhone? Lack of licensing rights for their particular content offerings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessingx Posted January 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 is there anything stopping hulu, or netflix, or anyone else, from creating apps specifically for the iPad and iPhone? I would guess not but wouldn't they have to translate the content into some other format in order for it to be digestible on the i-platform? Yep. Apple convinced Google to create mp4 compatible versions for their mobile devices, but even if Hulu, etc. uses compatible formats, their compression settings may (likely?) not be compatible. Maybe with iPod touch, iPhone and iPad there's an incentive for all the work in new versions. It's the old question - small file size, high quality or device compatibility. Pick two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 ^You Apple apologist, you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penger Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 I know I'm coming off as an Apple apologist, and post-Macromedia I've had little care for Adobe, but with YouTube and Vimeo public beta testing HTML5, I wonder how far off the future is (at least in respect to video)? EDIT: Fittingly the above rant killed my browser. I think the basic specs for HTML5 have been finalized? And as of now, only Chrome and Safari can utilize it, with FF 4 coming on board whenever it releases sometime this year I think. Same goes for IE 9 whenever that comes out. But to answer your perhaps rhetorical question, I hope the future is soon (maybe 1-2 years?) but it would probably depend heavily on the big players pushing for development in this arena. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvlgato Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 I have a question regarding data service - since all of the "3G" models are being sold unlocked what needs to be done to activate it on another network? It supports the following, which to my dumbness implies that it might be able to grab other providers 3G or at least Edge service. Wi-Fi + 3G model * UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) * GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) * Data only2 * Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) * Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology I wonder the same since I am on Tmo. I know att and tmo both use GSM and you can swap SIM cards, unless one of the companies goes out of its way to block them (which they do). Here are the specs for the Tmo Bold 3g off Cnet's site: WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Sure seems like it should work, plus why go out of your way to say 'all iPads are unlocked' unless there was a reason to? I sent off an email to a friend who might know more ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grawk Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 TMO uses a different frequency for UMTS than AT&T does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Monkey Posted January 28, 2010 Report Share Posted January 28, 2010 A message to the Internets... I like this article, but I wish the author also addressed the fact that Apple does nothing to dispel these rumors. Hasn't Apple (or former Apple employees) admitted in the past that it engages in false leaks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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