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Fredric is a web developer based in Chicago who hopes to one day start a foundation to support young, Black males in programming and computer science.

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Tech Buzz: iPhone 3G 5-minute Wrap Up

June 10th, 2008 • Related • Filed Under

By now, you’ve heard that Apple decided to part the proverbial hardware Red Sea with its new, updated version of its famed iPhone. Readers of this blog may also know that I am an Apple hater. My first and only third-generation iPod pissed me off because of its expensive price tag and lack of quality.

iPhone 3G, for just $199
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iPhone 3G

As I read more and more about Apple products, I saw reliability issues, compatability issues, and more and more fanboys clamor over the next slick device. Well, after owning a Mac Mini (for my web design business) and working on my MacBook Pro (for my 8 to 5), this new iPhone may just make me an Apple fanboy. Abso-frickin great, another obsession that is going to make me broke. :-)

I won’t bore you with too many details, but the updates to this version are substantial: $199 price point (w/ new 2-year AT&T contract), Microsoft Exchange compatability (for your work email), faster browsing (3G network), and GPS.

Crave (via cnet) has a 5-minute wrap-up of all of the coverage. Enjoy!

Editor’s Note: Look for posts / pictures of me waiting in line for the device and clamoring how great it is in or around July 11th.

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