Hookshow #58 -Considering and Transitioning to a Smartphone

Download the HooK Show #58Running time: 17:14 minsTopic 1: Considering SmartphonesI red a few reviews on each phone: Cnet review of G1 , Cnet review of BB 8320 , etc...Looking for: good web experience, good MP3 player experience, Smart phone organizer. Free App and Game expandability, better camera experience, Qwerty keyboard for easier messagingPros and Cons1) HTC G1- First generation device + touch screen and qwerty keyboard- always connected to data, hard to use if data stops- non standard plug for headsets + Android developers creating new functionality, all free. (except a few paid apps.)+Android community and forums+ multi tasking OS+ wifi connectivity-difficult to use one handed- $179.99 out of pocket for device2)Blackberry 8320 + multi generation device+ qwerty keyboard+ standard headphone jack+ mini usb data and charger connection+ doesn't need data connection for good experience- no touch screen, need to figure out trackball (learning curve)+ multi tasking OS+ a lot of apps and games , most paid but free ones can be found. + wifi connectivity+ can be used one handed+ Blackberry community and forums+ wirefly.com deal, device free plus 150 per device in rebatesTopic 2: Transitioning to a new carrierVariable early termination rateOut of Box reviewTopic 3: a Syncing Contacts/ CalendarGoogle Sync app Sync contacts and Calendar with your google acctGmail ContactsGoogle CalendarCapture It - screen capture appDIGITAL DANHOOKSHOW+[email protected] music featured in this podcast: Intro Buddha Chill by Joe DJ- trancentralMake sure to check out the Hook Show podcast main site.