Consumer Electronics 2G Network Shutdown - Non-Smartphones for 3G/4G

[Cruyff14]

This thread was asking genuine question about phone networks that I had no knowledge about -

People have since questioned my motives and every response gets labelled like the one you just posted

I can't win, it's a bullshit paradox

The answer is join the 21st Century and get a smartphone.

 

[radiojake]

Two wrongs don't make a right pal.

I don't even own a street directory*

but if I did I bet it would last longer than your phone



*actually, there would be a 2003 edition of Adelaide UBD somewhere in a box, maybe....



** I'm annoyed I even responded to your stupid bait...

 

[Gough]

I've got a 1981 Adelaide UBD, and refuse to acknowledge any suburbs built after that.

 

[Bunk Moreland]

This thread was asking genuine question about phone networks that I had no knowledge about -

People have since questioned my motives and every response gets labelled like the one you just posted

I can't win, it's a bullshit paradox

I think it was more you seeming determined not to get a new type phone.

And the "I associate them with mindless consumerism"... whatever the**** that means.

It really does some across like you're trying to make a point.

 

[radiojake]

I think it was more you seeming determined not to get a new type phone.

And the "I associate them with mindless consumerism"... whatever the**** that means.

It really does some across like you're trying to make a point.

Well I don't want a smartphone, so the question was are there old phones on these new networks (answered yes: thank you)

it is mindless consumerism when people update unnecessarily, or people fall for the the economic prerogative of inbuilt obsolescence.

I buy something, I want it to last a long as possible, not until the next version gets released 12 months later

 

[Doss]

Well I don't want a smartphone, so the question was are there old phones on these new networks (answered yes: thank you)

it is mindless consumerism when people update unnecessarily, or people fall for the the economic prerogative of inbuilt obsolescence.

I buy something, I want it to last a long as possible, not until the next version gets released 12 months later

I think you'll find a lot more people in agreement that the endless updating is over the top.

Where people are differing is pointing out their inbuilt usefulness and efficacy in making certain aspects of life easier in the first place.

You can allow yourself the luxury of having a smart phone without necessarily being an update to 'upgraded' model every six months merchant.

 

[radiojake]

'easier'

I live pretty easy as it is

 

[GreyCrow]

You don't need a smartphone to do it, but it sure as hell means you can do it more frequently.

Here's a scenario; let's say you look up directions, but something goes wrong; for example, let's say there's roadwork, you can't take the planned route and you're syphoned down a side street. Then you're in an area you're not familiar with and take a wrong turn, and before you know it you're stuck in the middle of nowhere with no idea where you're going.

I am genuinely concerned about this. Unless somehow you are transported to the country how could you get so lost in the city you feel the need to crawl into a foetal ball? ( ok exaggeration) Turn left, look for landmarks, turn left again, and again and turn left once more. If you haven't spotted anything familiar then you are back where you started. The one thing you should learn is how your city is set out. Adelaide is 4 basic squares. Left of South Rd south of the river/city centre. Right of South Rd etc. Don't be afraid to ask other people as well.

Actually, something that genuinely happened to me once. Just before I got a smart phone at the end of 2009, I remember I had someone's 21st on in the city. I went to the city without any cash and only my ATM card - it was not a debit card, so it could not be used to pay for things over the counter, so the intention was to withdraw cash when I got to the city. However, I completely forgot to actually transfer money onto the card before I left home, so I arrived into the city armed with an ATM card with no money on it - it may as well have been useless.

With a smartphone and a bank app, that's not a worry at all.

Obviously you can live without one, but they do make life easier and reduce the need to plan.

Walk into a 24 hr deli where they have those $2 computers and organize things from there. Clear cookies.

 

[GreyCrow]

I've got a 1981 Adelaide UBD, and refuse to acknowledge any suburbs built after that.

Mawson Lakes says hello, sorry MultiPolis City says hello

 

[Richard Cranium]

** I'm annoyed I even responded to your stupid bait...

 

[Doss]

I am genuinely concerned about this. Unless somehow you are transported to the country how could you get so lost in the city you feel the need to crawl into a foetal ball? ( ok exaggeration) Turn left, look for landmarks, turn left again, and again and turn left once more. If you haven't spotted anything familiar then you are back where you started. The one thing you should learn is how your city is set out. Adelaide is 4 basic squares. Left of South Rd south of the river/city centre. Right of South Rd etc. Don't be afraid to ask other people as well.

What if it's night and you can't see very well?

And what if you're in a place that isn't a perfect square?

Walk into a 24 hr deli where they have those $2 computers and organize things from there. Clear cookies.

Had no cash on me, mate. Not even $2.

I think the underlying point is that while there are obviously ways around such annoyances if they arise, having a smart phone makes it easier to overcome such annoyances.

 

[Bunk Moreland]

Well I don't want a smartphone, so the question was are there old phones on these new networks (answered yes: thank you)

it is mindless consumerism when people update unnecessarily, or people fall for the the economic prerogative of inbuilt obsolescence.

I buy something, I want it to last a long as possible, not until the next version gets released 12 months later

I don't think you know what you're talking about to be honest.

There's enthusiasts and geeks who love gadgets and want the latest thing, but I think you'll find most people just get something new when they're offered it as part of a new plan. Usually a couple of years.

It'll have new features that might make life a bit easier. So what? I'm sure once upon a time not so long ago you would have been decrying the refrigerator as an upgrade on the ice chest.

Being so determined not to get a "smartphone" seems really odd. There's clear benefits.

 

[Illinois Nazi]

I don't need this new-fangled electricity! I have candles that still work just fine!

 

[Doss]

I don't need this new-fangled electricity! I have candles that still work just fine!

Wuss. I just tough out the dark once daylight ends.

 

[rocker_oz33]

Is it this piece of shit?

My old man got one too, worst ******* piece of plastic I have come across in my existence.

Yep that piece of crap.

 

[Cruyff14]

Yep that piece of crap.

It is virtually useless.

 

[Gough]

My pot dealer uses one of those based on the theory it's harder track than a smartphone. I don't whether that's true or not though, I thought the act of carrying any phone made you easily traceable.

 

[GreyCrow]

It is virtually useless.

Can you use it to ring people and send texts to them?

 

[Cruyff14]

Can you use it to ring people and send texts to them?

I said virtually, not entirely.

 

[Illinois Nazi]

My pot dealer uses one of those based on the theory it's harder track than a smartphone. I don't whether that's true or not though, I thought the act of carrying any phone made you easily traceable.

He is wrong and you are right.

But nobody is actually trying to track him, he's just paranoid.

 

[FootyJunkie]

So this won't work on Optus anymore?

 

[Simple Jack]

So this won't work on Optus anymore?

By far the saddest part. What a magnificent phone that was.

 

[Bunk Moreland]

So this won't work on Optus anymore?

And she won't be surprised

And she won't be shocked

When she's pressed the star after she's pressed unlock

And there's verse and chapter sat in her inbox

And all that it said is that you drank a lot

 

[radiojake]

heh, that's pretty clever


song lyrics, no doubt?

 

[Bunk Moreland]

heh, that's pretty clever


song lyrics, no doubt?

18yo Alex Turner

Genius