UAE Inc not yet keen on iPhone

[fangpyre]

I think it is bigger and better than the BB.
However, a real keyboard is better.

So unless you are comparing to a bigger keyboard, like some HTCs and the E90, I prefer the iPHone.
Also, I prefer the thickness of the phone over the keyboard or other dimensions.

[hanzo]

Originally Posted by venky83

I like the BB but I hate browsing on it.... the browser is so so so worse especially after using an iPhone

This is true. But here is a way to help survive:

On current Gen Blackberries, load Opera. It doesn't do native integration with the BB shell, which is a pain, but it's a much nicer browser than the bone-stock version.

Shortly there will be a firmware update that includes the new browser, which is based on WebKit IIRC, so browsing should get much much better.

The only thing is, I don't know which phones are eligible for the update, and BB updates are always weird thanks to carrier / administrator authorization.

[Magnus]

I agree Opera is pretty good, and on 3G it would be pretty sweet and with the Bold's higher pixel resolution it should look pretty good.

[medopal]

the most exciting thing about the article -beside it is all true and respected- is mentioning Magnus name, and EmiratesMac website, big THANKS TO SCOTT.
He is talking about emiratesmac as a major player when it comes to Apple products, we should all feel proud about that

[hanzo]

While this is O/T...

I just installed 4.5 on my BB 8800... *wow* the new browser is so much nicer.

For those interested, here is what you need Latest OS - ALL Models - PinStack.com - BlackBerry forums

Caveat: Win32 Installer only

[Magnus]

Originally Posted by medopal

the most exciting thing about the article -beside it is all true and respected- is mentioning Magnus name, and EmiratesMac website, big THANKS TO SCOTT.
He is talking about emiratesmac as a major player when it comes to Apple products, we should all feel proud about that

Well not to overdo the site's and the community's importance, but I think it's fair to say that in the two or so years we've been around we've made an impact locally and perhaps regionally as well. We serve an important function in terms of news, education, information and support. As the Apple-market grows here, and I think we can all agree that it is growing, we will be along for the ride. There will be commercial companies popping up here and there, but if all they care about is their bottom line and disregard the community, I think they're not going to be as successful as they could be.

This is something you should all feel proud over, to have been a part of building this.

[noixe]

well, maybe he's saying out name and all, i dont get it, why isnt he off our case yet, i mean, cmon, its old news now, we're over it, y cant he be? and i agree magnus, ur website HAS made a difference thank you for making such a nice community

[Magnus]

Originally Posted by noixe

well, maybe he's saying out name and all, i dont get it, why isnt he off our case yet, i mean, cmon, its old news now, we're over it, y cant he be? and i agree magnus, ur website HAS made a difference thank you for making such a nice community

I have to point out it's not "my" web site. I may have started it and I may do most the admin work, but it's still the site of EmiratesMac Apple User Group.

[gajanan]

I always wondered about that from day one. I have only seen one admin, and no mods on this forum, probably the only or maybe the first of its kind. And tho we may take things for granted sometimes, we do appreciate your his-admin-ness (in all seriousness). Maybe thats what makes some of us stay here. No site politics, no new rules added everyday, clean talk.

Only thing still left is the 3G courtesy magnus (damn m pushing my luck ! )

[medopal]

Off topic.

Originally Posted by gajanan

Only thing still left is the 3G courtesy magnus (damn m pushing my luck ! )

You will need to sit a long time dude, the line is getting taller. Please be patient, and dont forget to pick ur water bottle