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Some iTouch stuff: iPod Touch Can Run All Apple and Third-Parties' iPhone Apps
You may be asking yourself where are Mail, Weather, Google Maps or Stocks in the new iPod touch. The answer: they are coming, but probably not from Apple. The iPod runs Mac OS X like the iPhone does and we have got unofficial word from inside Apple that it runs exactly the same applications. The exact quote: "they use the same damn binaries."
For some unknown reason, Apple decided not to include Mail, Weather and Stocks in the iPod touch, perhaps trying to separate both devices. Looking at the application mix, the iPod touch seems more entertainment-oriented while the JesusPhone extends itself into the communication hub/personal productivity area.
This is an artificial differentiation, however. Both gadgets use exactly the same core operating system and programming frameworks. The only differentiating aspects are in some of the user interface elements.
I do feel a bit taken advantage of now that my iPhone is suddenly so much cheaper, although beating my brother and cousin in having one was almost worth it.
Some good news for us early iPhone buyers: [link]
Huh.
Good on them. Also, good idea to nip this issue in the bud (and turn it into a P.R. positive).
I knew when I bought my new Nano last month that there was likely a new line of iPods coming soon, but I didn't think there would be such a price drop. The new 8G Nanos are Cdn $80 cheaper than the old ones. Damn me and my bad timing!
Still have the receipt? Can you return it?
I'm actually impressed by the iPhone thing - good decision on their part and males me love them even more.
Does anyone know: If you go to Amazon through an affiliate link, but just put an item on your wish-list, does it retain the affiliate information for when you decide to buy?
I don't know, but if you find out, please share!
Still have the receipt? Can you return it?
I do have the receipt somewhere, but I don't think I can return it. It's been a little over a month. Maybe if I complain to Apple like all the iPhone users, I'll get a partial refund too.
ita, I'm pretty sure it does NOT keep the affiliate link. But if you find out differently, let me know.
