Just a few thoughts. I recently discovered OpenMoko while
researching the Apple iphone. I am not a developer, but enjoy
reading this forum. I do not think the average user knows much
about... the concept of locked and unlocked... much less open. I am
your general user, looking for an innovative, easy to use phone that
I can use with any provider...which leaves out the Apple iphone. I
looked at the Nokia E and N series unlocked phones, but expensive and
too many gadgets and programs I don't need or want.
The OpenMoko appeals to me because it is innovative and cool
looking. Also, I am tired of having to replace my phone...I have 5
right now that are useless. I want a phone that can update and add
applications that I want. I want a phone that I can just slip in a
sim from what ever provider gives me the best deal. I was
thinking, if the OpenMoko phone had an easy way for people to add
applications like the Widgets, the average user would like it. ( I
would be willing to pay the developer after a trial). I don't know
any average users that care about using their phone to browse the
web, but I do know a few that would like having a phone that would
let you use one phone at home and away ( like the T-Mobile
[EMAIL PROTECTED] project in Seattle) A phone that could be used with
Truephone or Gizmo Project would be great. Sorry to be mentioning
the wi-fi thing again. I understand that will be a future thing
for Moko. Or perhaps, one of you has or will come up with an idea of
another way to connect for free or low cost call. I use T-Mobile
prepaid and Sunrocket Voip.... cancelled my landline 2 years ago. I
live in Portland Oregon where free wi-fi is being wired to the whole
city, thus my interest in a wi-fi capable phone. I would buy the
OpenMoko phone when it is available, because it has great
possibilities and I want to watch it evolve.
Mary
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