Anyone else notice how cheap technology things have become?

[Coronita]

[quote=asianautica][quote=fat_lazy_union_worker]
I hope you’re kidding about “loving vista”…

I don’t have freezing up issues. For me, it’s just a resource hog… I have a duo core processor, and 1 gig of memory…And both processors run like at 50% idle, and most of my physical memory seemed to be used by the OS alone (I’m running the Vista Ultimate)

I know….. Get a Mac….

Yes, yes…. I still have my IIx, SE/30, IIsi (and going further back, my Apple IIe with a whoppy 128kb memory and 300baud modem) in my closet somewhere all still working…Things, most of my younger peers telling me to get a Mac have most likely never seen before. At one point, a 300baud modem cost me (our I should say my parents $300 USD)….
I feel bad for my parents now…That was $300 USD back THEN.
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I actually do like Vista over all their prior OS. I do have 4GB of memory and a 3.2GHz Core 2 (overclocked E6600) though. Vista is a resource hog compare to all the other OS, but resource are so cheap these days, that shouldn’t be a problem feeding the beast. Especially if a lot of motherboard these days handle 8+GB of RAM and 8GB of RAM can easily be had for less than $150. When you give Vista a lot of RAM, it run’s pretty well. My CPU usage stays pretty low.

My main reason for getting Vista is for 64-bit support. With XP, you’re maxed out at 3GB, since it’s only 32-bit. If you do a lot of Photoshop, more memory is always welcome.[/quote]

I shrug at Vista 64. I have a lot of old hardware, and I’m really concerned that I wont find drivers for. OtherwiseI’d want to switch over to the 64 bit version.

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[quote=desmond]I am looking at Hiking GPS devices. They seem high, $300-$500. I am trying to hike to an old mine site, I have the coordinates, looked it up on Google Earth for an overview. I have hiked the trail 3/4 of the way there. I just need a GPS to get me close since there is no direct trail. Can anybody help?[/quote]

There are some pretty sweet GPS apps in the Apple App store. You can get an 8GB iPod Touch for $229. I use TrailGuru (http://www.trailguru.com/) to track my runs. It basically records your route and uploads your GPS data to your profile so that you can track your progress. It gives you stats like distance, duration, min speed, avg speed, min elevation, max elevation, total ascent, total descent, calories, etc.

Not sure if it’s as robust as you need, but there are also companies like TomTom working on iPhone/iPod GPS apps that will be out soon.

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[quote=desmond]I am looking at Hiking GPS devices. They seem high, $300-$500. I am trying to hike to an old mine site, I have the coordinates, looked it up on Google Earth for an overview. I have hiked the trail 3/4 of the way there. I just need a GPS to get me close since there is no direct trail. Can anybody help?[/quote]

There are some pretty sweet GPS apps in the Apple App store. You can get an 8GB iPod Touch for $229. I use TrailGuru (http://www.trailguru.com/) to track my runs. It basically records your route and uploads your GPS data to your profile so that you can track your progress. It gives you stats like distance, duration, min speed, avg speed, min elevation, max elevation, total ascent, total descent, calories, etc.

Not sure if it’s as robust as you need, but there are also companies like TomTom working on iPhone/iPod GPS apps that will be out soon.

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[quote=desmond]I am looking at Hiking GPS devices. They seem high, $300-$500. I am trying to hike to an old mine site, I have the coordinates, looked it up on Google Earth for an overview. I have hiked the trail 3/4 of the way there. I just need a GPS to get me close since there is no direct trail. Can anybody help?[/quote]

There are some pretty sweet GPS apps in the Apple App store. You can get an 8GB iPod Touch for $229. I use TrailGuru (http://www.trailguru.com/) to track my runs. It basically records your route and uploads your GPS data to your profile so that you can track your progress. It gives you stats like distance, duration, min speed, avg speed, min elevation, max elevation, total ascent, total descent, calories, etc.

Not sure if it’s as robust as you need, but there are also companies like TomTom working on iPhone/iPod GPS apps that will be out soon.

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[quote=desmond]I am looking at Hiking GPS devices. They seem high, $300-$500. I am trying to hike to an old mine site, I have the coordinates, looked it up on Google Earth for an overview. I have hiked the trail 3/4 of the way there. I just need a GPS to get me close since there is no direct trail. Can anybody help?[/quote]

There are some pretty sweet GPS apps in the Apple App store. You can get an 8GB iPod Touch for $229. I use TrailGuru (http://www.trailguru.com/) to track my runs. It basically records your route and uploads your GPS data to your profile so that you can track your progress. It gives you stats like distance, duration, min speed, avg speed, min elevation, max elevation, total ascent, total descent, calories, etc.

Not sure if it’s as robust as you need, but there are also companies like TomTom working on iPhone/iPod GPS apps that will be out soon.

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[quote=desmond]I am looking at Hiking GPS devices. They seem high, $300-$500. I am trying to hike to an old mine site, I have the coordinates, looked it up on Google Earth for an overview. I have hiked the trail 3/4 of the way there. I just need a GPS to get me close since there is no direct trail. Can anybody help?[/quote]

There are some pretty sweet GPS apps in the Apple App store. You can get an 8GB iPod Touch for $229. I use TrailGuru (http://www.trailguru.com/) to track my runs. It basically records your route and uploads your GPS data to your profile so that you can track your progress. It gives you stats like distance, duration, min speed, avg speed, min elevation, max elevation, total ascent, total descent, calories, etc.

Not sure if it’s as robust as you need, but there are also companies like TomTom working on iPhone/iPod GPS apps that will be out soon.

[Eugene]

Some technology things keep getting cheaper, some don’t.

I was just shopping for a DSLR last weekend. It’s almost impossible to find an entry-level DSLR for less than $500. Flat out impossible in brick-and-mortar stores. Some stores had display models of Canon XTi for 400-420 + tax. I’m cheap, but I’m not THAT cheap.

In the end I chose to ignore Amazon ratings and ordered a Canon XS for 480 + free shipping. (Before $120 live.com cashback which I may or may not receive)

[Eugene]

Some technology things keep getting cheaper, some don’t.

I was just shopping for a DSLR last weekend. It’s almost impossible to find an entry-level DSLR for less than $500. Flat out impossible in brick-and-mortar stores. Some stores had display models of Canon XTi for 400-420 + tax. I’m cheap, but I’m not THAT cheap.

In the end I chose to ignore Amazon ratings and ordered a Canon XS for 480 + free shipping. (Before $120 live.com cashback which I may or may not receive)

[Eugene]

Some technology things keep getting cheaper, some don’t.

I was just shopping for a DSLR last weekend. It’s almost impossible to find an entry-level DSLR for less than $500. Flat out impossible in brick-and-mortar stores. Some stores had display models of Canon XTi for 400-420 + tax. I’m cheap, but I’m not THAT cheap.

In the end I chose to ignore Amazon ratings and ordered a Canon XS for 480 + free shipping. (Before $120 live.com cashback which I may or may not receive)

[Eugene]

Some technology things keep getting cheaper, some don’t.

I was just shopping for a DSLR last weekend. It’s almost impossible to find an entry-level DSLR for less than $500. Flat out impossible in brick-and-mortar stores. Some stores had display models of Canon XTi for 400-420 + tax. I’m cheap, but I’m not THAT cheap.

In the end I chose to ignore Amazon ratings and ordered a Canon XS for 480 + free shipping. (Before $120 live.com cashback which I may or may not receive)

[Eugene]

Some technology things keep getting cheaper, some don’t.

I was just shopping for a DSLR last weekend. It’s almost impossible to find an entry-level DSLR for less than $500. Flat out impossible in brick-and-mortar stores. Some stores had display models of Canon XTi for 400-420 + tax. I’m cheap, but I’m not THAT cheap.

In the end I chose to ignore Amazon ratings and ordered a Canon XS for 480 + free shipping. (Before $120 live.com cashback which I may or may not receive)

[an]

Once you get to DSLR, you’re not your average Joe photographer anymore, so I think DSLR is a pretty niche market. Also, since they discontinue old model when new model comes out, you don’t have them fighting each other on price.

I don’t think TV, car, DSLR, etc. will every drop in price like you see in HDD, memories, etc. New generation of these products will give you better spec, but price will generally stay the same or go up a little bit.

[an]

Once you get to DSLR, you’re not your average Joe photographer anymore, so I think DSLR is a pretty niche market. Also, since they discontinue old model when new model comes out, you don’t have them fighting each other on price.

I don’t think TV, car, DSLR, etc. will every drop in price like you see in HDD, memories, etc. New generation of these products will give you better spec, but price will generally stay the same or go up a little bit.

[an]

Once you get to DSLR, you’re not your average Joe photographer anymore, so I think DSLR is a pretty niche market. Also, since they discontinue old model when new model comes out, you don’t have them fighting each other on price.

I don’t think TV, car, DSLR, etc. will every drop in price like you see in HDD, memories, etc. New generation of these products will give you better spec, but price will generally stay the same or go up a little bit.

[an]

Once you get to DSLR, you’re not your average Joe photographer anymore, so I think DSLR is a pretty niche market. Also, since they discontinue old model when new model comes out, you don’t have them fighting each other on price.

I don’t think TV, car, DSLR, etc. will every drop in price like you see in HDD, memories, etc. New generation of these products will give you better spec, but price will generally stay the same or go up a little bit.

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