May 2, 2014

There were 2 posts published on May 2, 2014 (this is page 1 of 1).

Dueling phones: iPhone vs. Android

As luck would have it, I have been issued a company cellphone, an iPhone. Company policy is that all mobile phones accessing corporate resources have to have a self-destruct app installed. Thus, if I don’t want to expose my personal smartphone to potential destruction (does it say “this message will self destruct…” before smoke pours out?) I must carry two. While this is inconvenient, having both an iPhone and an Android has given me insight on the two that I wouldn’t ordinarily have.

My thoughts? What, did you expect to come to MT.Net and not get my thoughts? Here’s what I think about the two platforms:

Speed – advantage iPhone. My new 5s runs rings around my Samsung Galaxy Epic 4G Touch. That’s not surprising since my Samsung is positively ancient.
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Sacramento

I just wrapped up a weeklong trip to California. It’s been a few years since I’ve been in the state and this was the first trip I’ve made to its capital, Sacramento. Here are a few quick hits from my visit.

Sacramento is flat. Like Florida flat.

City streets go in one direction for miles and miles.

The oak trees are beautiful and something I don’t remember seeing in Southern California.

A walk through the woods is a treat for all the senses. Sheltering trees tower over you, birds chirp, and sweet-smelling plants are everywhere.
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