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Apple sends iPhones into 'Coma Mode'

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Published at: www.theregister.co.uk

Is the focus on Apple and their Quality their own doing?

September 21, 2009

GLG Expert Contributor

Apple's iPhone users are beginning to see problems with the device. Wether it is hardware, software or both is still uncertain or, does it even matter? This analysis looks at the issue from a market share and positioning perspective.

Google VOIP apps via Mobile -a trilogy

September 20, 2009

GLG Expert Contributor

iPhones launch by Apple was clearly premature as mentioned in my previous analyzes dated July 22 2009 titled "Google VOIP apps via Mobile ( blackberry etc.)"and dated 31st July 2009 titled "Google VOIP apps via Mobile-a sequel".Like many premature deliveries (babies e.g.),it comes with health complications ( including sending the baby iPhones into a coma!! ). This tendency to rush into a premature market launch is linked to the desire to be the first in the market place... etc. etc.

IPhone Coma Mode puts Apple in the ICU

September 19, 2009

GLG Expert Contributor

For years, Apple has smartly positioned itself as the "smarter and more reliable" platform manufacturer for PC and consumer electronics. We have all come to understand that by giving up certain freedoms and options, dealing with an operating system from Apple meant a more reliable, and more secure endgame. Now with the buggy release of the new 3.1 IPhone upgrade, Apple is showing us it is even less responsive than their competitor when it comes to admitting a mistake and delivering a fix.

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iPhone 3.1 Update: Apple's Challenge for Control within Complexity

September 19, 2009

I have owned an iPhone since the very first one was available in June 2007. I have experienced a tremendous amount of improved productivity but most importantly using a phone has become intuitive. The latest iPhone 3.1 software update shows Apple's challenge is to maintain tight control over hardware and software in a more complex and global environment.

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