One of biggest problems with Windows was that BSOD. And so far, I’ve seen only one instance of it come up since the Beta was announced about a couple of weeks ago. Not bad!

One of the main reasons my Apple solidarity is beginning to waver is because of the lack of support for a range of things. My BlackBerry, for instance. It doesn’t always entirely sync with the Mac. There’s some selective work going on there. And then there’s some other stuff I’d like to use for daily work (like Windows Live Writer), but I can’t.

Now, about 90% of my work is on the web and Mac does pose some problems on this front for me too. Changing folder permissions on a server is one of these.

One of the biggest things about having a Mac is the reaction it gets from people (yes, still!). It’s odd how many people will look at you as if you’re from Mars or you have too much money if you own a Mac (neither of which is true, let me add). And I would be lying if I said I wouldn’t miss the snobbery owning a Mac allows me. (One of the common reasons I give when my iPhone doesn’t pair over Bluetooth with others is that “Apple doesn’t talk to inferior products!). I know there will be a lot crow to be eaten… live by it, die by it!

All said and done, the biggest reason is the lack of games for a Mac. I love the odd indulgence and with a Mac, I’m kind of stuck to Tetris (or Quinn, which I have). I wouldn’t mind the odd Saturday spent on Cricket or Formula 1 and I’m not too keen in investing in a console for that.

Over the coming weekend, I’ll be installing W7B using Boot Camp on my Mac to give it a test run. If it goes well, who knows? Maybe this year, I shall return to the Windows camp. Not without some kicking and screaming before, though!

Of course, the transition wouldn’t be painless. For one, finding a Windows machine with somewhat attractive looks and a good keyboard has long been a struggle. Only the Sony Vaio (and select Dell models) comes close. But the FW series of the Vaio is somewhat expensive to be honest. For the same amount of money, I could get a Mac! And that’s where I keep going in circles. A recent Lenovo acquisition by someone in office did make me take notice, but didn’t stay on in my mind for over 5 mintues. It looks rather large and ‘unlaptop-ish’ after a while. More so since I’m used to a 13″ MacBook. Not that I’m looking to change computers tomorrow. No sir-ee! It’s a long way back to move to Win.

So while I ponder and investigate options, I would like some help from those in the know. Should I? Shouldn’t I? Or am I on this side forever? You know… once you’ve gone Mac, you can’t go back?

“I don’t think anyone will buy the iPhone at this price. But there is hope for Airtel and Vodafone if they have a store near a mental hospital–provided the patient has enough money with him.”

Indiatimes via ContentSutra
Also: Suckers!

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Vodafone has sent this out today:

The above, if you ask me, the one with the discerning eye, points to the fact that the iPhone will cost Rs 30,000-plus. D-uh! I can’t understand why Apple would position this as a super premium product. Sure the subsidies offered in the US are not available to the Indian consumer but at 31k+, they have driven away the largest potential market of 18-24 for whom this is an uber cool gadget to have.

Which also means that the unlock market is safe and will flourish further. Especially for handsets that are brought into India from outside. I mean, who will spend 30k+ when they can get the same for about 15-20k?

The fact also remains that those who badly wanted an iPhone already have one. They aren’t going to wait till even this weekend for the official stuff. Don’t matter to them. So who is left? Those who can’t get one from the US and those who can’t afford the illegal one. Well both parties won’t be too keen on this offering either.

Incidentally, I am selling my first generation iPhone. 8 Gig. Current cost in India is Rs 31,000! Mine’s about seven months old. In mint condition as they say. Upgraded to 1.1.4. Make an offer, if you wish.

I defend Apple at every opportunity. I run down Microsoft as if they owe me money. I try and buy only Apple products and genuine software. I have an unlocked iPhone and would have wanted the 3G official one. But alas and alak, this leaves me no option. Apple has disappointed me. They are a bad apple. Bad Apple.

I must turn to Symbian for my next fix. The Nokia E66 continues to look tempting. What say?

P.S.: I didn’t pre-register. A friend who did shared the above mailer. Hence “Hello Atul”!

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