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ajm48786 commented on 2 items

ajm48786 — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:47:51 -0400

1. commented on Grand Theft Auto 4 - July 10, 2008 at 5:47 pm

"I like this game a good deal; but, its way overrated. I have a few problems with this game. The vehicles are kind of annoying, there is that same GTA tendency for the streets to fill up with whatever type of vehicle you're using, which sucks (unless its a rare car). I hate how there aren't large areas you can control anymore. For example, GTA Vice City, you wind up with the Scarface Mansion,etc. In GTA IV, you don't inherit large areas as you own residence, leaving you with those meager parking spaces out front, which suck! they SUCK! I want garages! Another thing-where are the tanks!? Where are the planes!? Where are DECENT helicopters!? Why can't any helicopter fly over the mock Empire State Building!? They need to release a patch with the Apache helicopter, jet airplanes,etc. Where is the innovation!? Yeah, the aiming system is better, the cell phone works; but, they left a lot of things out. Its like we're regressing. They blew everyone away with graphics, presentation, and sound; people overlooked the fact you can't modify cars, you can't garner followers and command them, etc. San Andreas was more advanced in quite a few ways, and I think Rockstar was stupid for leaving the majority of those features out of IV. Overall, its a solid game. Its fun, commands attention, has a decent replay value, etc. Its certainly a must have for everyone that enjoyed any of the series post GTA2. I just hate how people hype these games up so much because of graphics,etc when they should call the developers out on the faults. I don't think there will EVER be a game devoid of faults/shortcomings, GTA IV is no exception. When we hype things up and overlook the faults we just HURT OURSELVES! Think about it- the developers have NO incentive to fix the problems if everyone praises the game as though it were perfect! We have to call them out so we get higher quality games."

2. commented on iPhone 3G - July 10, 2008 at 5:37 pm

"This is overhyped and overrated. 3G is an improvement; however, there are other methods that are quite a bit faster than 3G already available. This falls in line with Apple's long history of adding features that have been available for quite some time in other devices and using "feature X" as a means to promote their product; as though the feature is something totally new. It is deceptive. The idea people line up in the morning to get these devices is appalling, yet sadly not surprising. Apple uses peoples' ignorance to their advantage. All companies do this to some extent; however, Apple uses peoples' ignorance like a beacon when they add one/two features to a "new" device yet leave everything else intact, even when the "new" features on an Apple product have been available on some other device for 6 months. The new and the old iphones are RIP OFFS! The storage capacity is pathetic, the pricing is abominable; and you get stuck in a contract designed to leave you unable to purchase food. Where is an SD port!? USB!? Where is bluetooth!? Apple Iphone is way behind the game in terms of quality/features, yet they'll stay ahead due to the sheer blissful ignorance of the masses. Cheers!"

ajm48786 updated 2 products

ajm48786 — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:39:18 -0400

1. updated Grand Theft Auto 4 - July 10, 2008 at 5:39 pm

disagreed: "Cars can be difficult to control"
agreed: "Framerate issues"
disagreed: "Bad shadow dithering on Xbox 360 version"
disagreed: "Some people with certain models of the PS3 can't get past the initial cutscene"
disagreed: "Lower resolution and blurry image on the PS3 version"
agreed: "Rockstar never talks about a PC release until a year after the consoles."
agreed: "Awkward camera control"
agreed: "Linear storyline"
agreed: "Limited co-op gametypes"
agreed: "Most buildings and objects can't be used"
agreed: "Over the shoulder aiming works perfect"
agreed: "Deep hand-to-hand combat system"
agreed: "Seamless multiplayer"
disagreed: "Incredible soundtrack"
disagreed: "New wanted system much better, no need for Pay 'N Spray"
agreed: "In-game cell phone is absolute genius"
disagreed: "Characters in the game have a quality about them that makes you care for what happens"
agreed: "Excellent graphics (every version gets better)"
agreed: "Storyline or freeform abilities"
agreed: "A city that feels more "alive""
agreed: "Emergent physics system and animation with Endorphin"

2. updated iPhone 3G - July 10, 2008 at 5:29 pm

agreed: "Camera didn't get improved"
agreed: "Can't replace the battery yourself, can't replace with a "spare""
agreed: "Battery life is disappointing when using 3G"
agreed: "No MMS capabilities"
agreed: "No front-facing camera lens for video chat"
agreed: "No text selection or copy/paste functionality."
agreed: "No front-facing camera lens for video chat"
agreed: "No improvement in storage"
disagreed: "Still has the best web browser on a cell phone"
disagreed: "Available in white (16 GB version only)"
disagreed: "Affordable (depending on service plan)"
disagreed: "Very vibrant developer community"
agreed: "GPS Support"
disagreed: "High speed 3G"

ajm48786 updated Cowon Q5W

ajm48786 — Wed, 28 May 2008 15:41:32 -0400

May 28, 2008 at 3:41 pm

agreed: "Does everything and anything you'd need to do with a portable media player"

ajm48786 commented on Apple iPod Touch

ajm48786 — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:09:42 -0500

December 18, 2007 at 3:09 pm

"All Apple multimedia players run far behind the competition now. I have owned several Ipods; the sound quality has always been abysmal, as has the reliability, and features. They elected to leave the chrome finish on the Ipod touch for one basic yet ingenious reason:so it scratches! Apple has always manipulated customers by adding one capability to the Ipod line at a time. First we had Ipod color, then Ipod Picture, then Ipod Video; now they're leaning more toward full multimedia/hand held computer, as the competition has been pushing for at least a year. The batteries are not designed to last for more than roughly two years. They subconsciously tell the customer, "if you want to stay up to date, buy a new ipod every 2 years (or so);and don't worry about the competition, they don't make usable products,only we do." Back to the chrome finish: it is designed to look pretty for a little while;but, the ingenious part of it is it will inevitably scratch, and make your ipod look outdated. This re-enforces the customer's notion they need to buy a new Ipod soon. It is malicious, yet very smart of Apple to do this to their customers. Apple is behind the competition both in performance,capabilities, and quality. This product looks great;but, it's performance is LACKING. Apple is brainwashing people with their commercials that insult one's intelligence; and by adding feature by feature, one at a time, to get their customers to continuously buy newer Ipods. Isn't Apple supposed to be ultra modern? Does an ultra modern company based in California (of all places) really encourage all of the pollution associated with buying a new Ipod every year or so? Yes. They also got a "0" on a "Green" report. The screens are defective. The capabilities are not many. All of this is nonsense. The only technology that Apple has really done well is the Multi-Touch function; which Microsoft had already introduced via their table top computer. Ipods once were truly innovative; and the only functioning mp3 player available, that time is long gone though. Bash me now, I'm just calling it as it is."

ajm48786 updated 2 products

ajm48786 — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:58:47 -0500

1. updated Apple iPod Touch - December 18, 2007 at 2:58 pm

disagreed: "Context-sensitive on screen keyboard works very well."
agreed: "Only one color available"
agreed: "Lame chrome back."
agreed: "No instant messaging app."
agreed: "Cannot select text or copy and paste."
agreed: "Overpriced"
agreed: "Significant floor noise. "
agreed: "No developper API as of now. One is expected to be released in February."
agreed: "Doesn't support WPA-Enterprise"
agreed: "No hardware music controls."
agreed: "No EQ on the player - can only be set song-by-song from within iTunes"
agreed: "Difficult to type with pop-up keyboard"
agreed: "Have to pay $20 for the software upgrade which includes the map, notes, stock, and weather apps and webclip support."
agreed: "Can't copy files to device for offline viewing (e.g. PDFs)."
agreed: "Only one playlist (On-The-Go) is directly editable from the player."
agreed: "No USB mass storage mode (disk mode) so it can't be used to move data around."
agreed: "Small capacities - 8GB or 16GB"
agreed: "Limited codec support"
agreed: "Normal headphone jack - not recessed like iPhone"
disagreed: "Very thin profile - thinner than iPhone"
agreed: "Elegant and clean design."
agreed: "Accelerometer detects horizontal or vertical position and adjusts display accordingly"
disagreed: "Vibrant 3.5" color touchscreen"
disagreed: "WiFi access with Web browsing using Safari"
agreed: "Amazing multi-Touch interface"

2. updated Cowon Q5W - December 18, 2007 at 2:57 pm

agreed: "Does not support recharging via USB"

ajm48786 updated Cowon Q5W

ajm48786 — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:50:50 -0500

December 12, 2007 at 5:50 pm

agreed: "No high-def support even when using the video out"
tapped as "have it"
tapped as "love it"
agreed: "Does everything and anything you'd need to do with a portable media player"
agreed: "Flash support on the web browser"
agreed: "Tons of expandable options compared to other media players"
agreed: "Can be used for other things like messenger with Windows CE"
disagreed: "Overkill for a media player"
chose Cowon Q5W over Asus Eee PC
chose Cowon Q5W over Archos 605 WiFi
chose Cowon Q5W over Nokia N810
chose Cowon Q5W over Apple iPod Touch

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ajm48786 — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:48:26 -0500

December 12, 2007 at 5:48 pm