December 19th, 2009
It’s been a little over a week since my iPhone got all busted up. I have since shipped it off to be repaired, and am now awaiting its return. In the meantime, I’ve had to revert back to a pre-iPhone lifestyle. And it’s been surprising to see just how much I had come to rely on that device. There’s the rather banal stuff, such as mobile Twitter posts and Brightkite check-ins. But I’ve also been using the iPhone’s clock as my personal watch. Being out and about and unable to easily check the time can be problematic, especially when traveling by bus. I’ve found that using the time stamps on cash register/ATM receipts has been helpful in this case. I’ve also spotted some things that I would’ve liked to have photographed. But that wasn’t possible.. Another thing I’ve missed is the iPhone’s built-in iPod media player. I’ve been using my iRiver to listen to audio files, and it works well. But it lacks the convenience of the iTunes/iPhone sync, and it only holds 512 MB worth of data. And finally, the iPhone is, after all, an actual phone. I don’t make many cell phone calls. But without the iPhone, I can’t make any. I haven’t found myself searching for a payphone yet. But it could happen. Anyway, I’m anticipating the return of my iPhone. According to the most recent update I received from the repair company, it’s on its way back to me. Considering that we’re in the heat of the holiday shipping season, it’s hard to say how long it’ll take to get here. I’m hoping to have it back by the end of next week. Then, I’ll be able to get back to the important business of letting everyone know where I’m having lunch.
December 19th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
LIfe without an iPhone???!!!! Don’t know if I could do it. I rely on mine so much. Love it, sleep with it, caress it. Wait, am I getting too personal? Well, iHope you get it back soon. I wouldn’t want to do without mine.
December 19th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
Sounds rough. Fortunately I’m so used to living without an iPhone that I hardly notice it, though having no cell phone at all would definitely be an annoyance. I signed up for a 30 day free trial of web access on my phone and now that it’s gone I really miss it. Good thing it’s on your way back to you!
December 19th, 2009 at 4:39 pm
Funny post, especially the last sentence. Good thing it is on its way back to you. I feel the same way about my Touch.
December 19th, 2009 at 5:37 pm
See this is how I live. No cell!!:O)
December 19th, 2009 at 6:35 pm
Me either, Hope! I’ve never had a cell phone. Don’t particularly want one either.
Hang in there, Shawn, I’m sure the little iphone will get here soon.
December 21st, 2009 at 12:30 pm
After having my iphone for six months I can not imagine life without it. scary really.
December 28th, 2009 at 10:11 am
I’m just starting live this nightmare, my G1 is bricked, i don’t know how, the screen wont come on now, happened after it powered off due to low battery but that happens every day???
Getting a warranty repair with a loan phone seems difficult.