Wednesday, November 12, 2008
What can’t the iPhone do?
I have had an iPhone for 6 months or so now and generally have been quite happy with it although there a few things I don’t like. I am not a big fan of the keyboard (a fairly standard complaint based on what I read on the ‘net) and I am not thrilled about the battery life. Interestingly however, the battery life seems to have improved lately. Maybe there was a software update that improved things in that regard.
And then there is the iPhone app. I have a dozen or so applications installed on my phone, all free. I haven’t found the need to purchase any applications yet but have come close for several applications that look worthwhile. I do periodically look through the iTunes store with interest and to marvel at the growing list of applications. Many of them fall under the heading of gimmicks while others are no doubt very useful. I do wonder why developers think that their tips calculator is more compelling than the dozen or so already available.
My latest perusal of the itunes store has turned up an absolute gem - “Wingman”. Worried about getting stuck in an awkward social situation? Can’t rely on your friends to bail you out when you get stuck talking to the office nerd? Enter Wingman. Set up Wingman to make a fake call and as long as your acting skills are up to par you’ve got your escape route.
Gotta go - my iPhone’s ringing.
“You can’t coach that”
