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10 Reasons Why I Returned My iPhone

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On September 29, 2007

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Anyone who knows me or listens to my shows, knows that I drank the Apple-flavored Kool Aid many years ago. The first Apple product I ever owned was my treasured Apple IIe that my parents bought me as a high school graduation present. Between then and now, I’ve owned literally dozens of Macintosh products from the Mac-plus and SE through to a brand new MacBook Pro 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo and my wife’s new 20″ aluminum iMac.

So it should come as no surprise that as soon as Steve Jobs announced the iPhone, I wanted one. At first, the rational side of my brain kicked in and told me not to buy one. I’ve got an iPod video, I own a smart phone (a Treo 700p that I actually like), the iPhone doesn’t have a GPS, and this is a v. 1.0 product.

But then I got a new job and Apple dropped the price, so last week, against my better judgment and against the admonitions of my wife and daughters, I bought an 8 GB iPhone.

Like teenage romance, it was like at first sight, and I was certain that I would grow to love the iPhone. Unfortunately, after a week of use, I returned it to the Apple Store and will now wait for v. 2.0. Click the ‘more’ link for my 10 reasons why (in no particular order):

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Show #82 – Interbike 2007 Day 1

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On September 26, 2007

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September 26, 2007

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INTERBIKE 2007 – DAY 1:

PODSAFE CYCLING MUSIC:

  • Happy by Jimmie Bratcher

Show Notes: Available HERE

There are many ways you can listen to the show:

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LIVE Pod/Broadcast from Interbike

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On September 25, 2007

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The Spokesmen will be broadcasting LIVE from Interbike on Wednesday between 12:45 p.m. and 1:45 p.m. PDT. To view the show live, just click here.

The complete schedule of all live Interbike TV is as follows:

Wednesday, September 26

8:30-9:00 Good Morning Interbike
9:30-10:30 Specialized
11:00-11:30 Vital BMX
12:00-12:30 Cycling.tv
1:00-1:30 The Spokesmen
2:00-2:30 World Championship Sports Network USA Crits Final
3:00-3:30 VeloNews
4:00-4:30 Dirt Rag
5:00-5:30 Quickrelease.tv/YouTube Competition

Thursday, September 27

8:30-9:00 Good Morning Interbike
10:00-10:30 Max Lelli Bikes
11:00-11:30 BMXer
12:00-12:30 Cycling.tv
1:00-1:30 Rodale Publications
3:00-3:30 VeloNews
4:00-4:30 Dirt Rag
5:00-5:30 Bicycleworld.net

Friday, September 28

8:30-9:00 Good Morning Interbike
10:00-10:30 2008 BPSA-BLC
11:00-11:30 Crooked Cog Network
12:00-12:30 Cycling.tv
1:00-1:30 Rodale Publications
3:00-3:30 VeloNews
4:00-4:30 Dirt Rag

Show #81 – Interbike 2007 Outdoor Demo

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On September 25, 2007

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For The Week of September 24, 2007

Sponsored by Cambria Bicycle Outfitter
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IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK

  • Racing News
    • Vuelta a Espana
    • ProTour Standings
    • Next ProTour Events
    • World Road Racing Championships

    IN TODAY’S FEATURES:

    • CONTEST: Design The FredCast Socks (sponsored by The Sock Guy)
    • Interbike Outdoor Demo
      • Tire Balls
      • Masi Bicycles
      • Spot Bicycles
      • Pterosail
      • Rich Kelly from Interbike
      • Blue Competition Bicycles
      • Currie Technologies / iZip Bicycles
      • Storck Bicycles
    • Upcoming Event: USA Crit Finals
    • Upcoming Event: Dam 2 Dam Ride
    • Shout Out: Don from North Dakota

    PODSAFE CYCLING MUSIC:

    • Happy by Jimmie Bratcher

    Show Notes: Available HERE

    There are many ways you can listen to the show:

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Another Political Blog Has The Story

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On September 22, 2007

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TechPresident.com, a blog that tracks how the 2008 U.S. presidential candidates use technology and the web, recently covered the Fred Thompson / The FredCast issue. Said they:

Fred Thompson has been forced to rename the FredCast section of his site — devoted to audio and video — because someone else had dibs on the name. Cyclist David Bernstein is the man behind the “The FredCast Cycling Podcast,” which has been in operation for two years. Apparently cycling super-enthusiasts refer to themselves as “Freds.” Who knew?

Overall, the coverage of this issue has been exceedingly fair. I am usually skeptical of the media, but I have found them to be (if you’ll excuse the term) fair and balanced on this issue.

thefredcast.com Optimized for Mobile Devices

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On September 21, 2007

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Just a quick note to let you know that thefredcast.com is now optimized for use on mobile devices such as the Palm Treo and the Apple iPhone. Enjoy!

SockGuy Contest Info

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On September 21, 2007

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As mentioned on The FredCast Episode #80, SockGuy is sponsoring a contest to design the next limited edition FredCast cycling socks.

The winner will receive two (2) pairs of FredCast socks along with a pair of any other style SockGuy socks, a pair of SockGuy elite tech socks, a SockGuy baselayer, a pair of SockGuy arm warmers, SockyGuy booties, and SockGuy coversocks. The winner will get to choose styles, colors, and sizes.

Wow! Talk about an awesome prize package!

So start working on your designs right away and be sure that they arrive no later than midnight on October 15, 2007. Keep in mind that the socks will have a 3″ cuff.

Simple rules: if you’re me, my wife, daughter, sister, father or mother . . . you can’t enter. All designs will become the property of The FredCast.

I can’t wait to see what you come up with.

Show #80 – The Dreaded Decision

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On September 21, 2007

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For The Week of September 10, 2007

Sponsored by Cambria Bicycle Outfitter
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IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK

  • Floyd Landis Loses Arbitration
  • McQuaid Offers Truce to Grand Tours
  • Racing News
    • Vuelta a Espana
    • Tour of Missouri
    • Tour of Britain
    • World Road Racing Championships
  • New MTB Speed Record
  • RECALL: Novara AfterBurner Trailer Bikes
  • New PETA Ad
  • New Bicycle Laws in Maine

IN THIS WEEK’S FEATURES:

  • CONTEST: Design The FredCast Socks (sponsored by The Sock Guy)
  • The Flying Scotsman DVD Now Available
  • Bicycle Film Festival in San Francisco
  • Upcoming Event: World Car Free Day
  • Upcoming Event: Melbourne Cycling Festival

PODSAFE CYCLING MUSIC:

  • Ain’t Nobody by Gary Moore

Show Notes: Available HERE

There are many ways you can listen to the show:

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Please Excuse Our Technical Difficulties

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On September 20, 2007

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I recorded The FredCast Episode #80 this afternoon, but I am unable to post it online due to a technical glitch with my hosting provider. I am certain that they will get it fixed soon. I hope to have it online in the morning.

Thanks for your patience!

Landis Loses 2-1, Banned Until January 2009

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On September 20, 2007

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The results of the Floyd Landis arbitration hearing were announced a short time ago.

Floyd lost the case on a 2-1 vote of the arbitrators.

I will have more details on The FredCast tonight. In the meantime, you can always find a complete roundup of Floyd Landis news at the Trust But Verify Blog. There isn’t anything new on Floyd’s blog yet. Stay tuned.

UPDATE: Floyd Landis’ statement following the decision can be found here.

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