Qasim Rashid, Esq.Nov 2

Never take seriously those who ridicule low income people for having a smartphone or laptop.

“If they’re so poor how did they buy an iPhone???”

Because they’re trying to escape poverty, not the 1700s, genius. If you think basic tech access is luxury, survive a month without it.

Show threadHouse Panther Nov 2
@QasimRashid Most often they're leasing the iPhone. Like I am.
Show threadchebra
@housepanther @QasimRashid How much will you pay for the iPhone leasing in 12 months, versus buying a cheap android?
Nov 2 at 4:09amWeb
Show threadPragAgnosNov 2

@chebra @housepanther @QasimRashid

I've never owned an iPhone in my life and I've managed to survive just fine. There are cheaper alternatives working fine.

Show threadHouse Panther Nov 2
@PragAgnos @chebra @QasimRashid I used to be an Android guy but I got sick of all of the problems I had. Finally, I just got sick of it and went to iPhone. TBH, I would like to go completely without a smartphone but it works nicely with my continuous glucose monitor. The fun of being a T2 diabetic.
Show threadPragAgnosNov 2

@housepanther
One of my colleagues is also a type 2 diabetic and uses a dedicated device for monitoring. He considers it more reliable than smartphones.

And yes, I also know people who are comfortable with Apple's restrictive approach and therefore find their devices more reliable. Freedom requires responsibility. That's probably one of the main reasons why many people prefer Windows over Linux, regardless of the dependencies and risks.

Show threadHouse Panther Nov 2
@PragAgnos I use #Linux and #BSD at home exclusively. I hate #Windows with a passion. Linux and BSD are actually more reliable and stable than Windows.
Show threadeatingwithsporksNov 2
@chebra @housepanther @QasimRashid you are here so I will presume your level of tech knowledge is higher than average. Run a commodity priced android, maintain your security, and find everything in every job seeker app. Then say how easy it is. They are written for apple first, they suck on android, and the skill curve is much harder on android for stuff like document generation. We are used to it, but if your friends all are apple people, that's your tech support. Also, Vimes boots. It's easy to get trapped in monthly payments when it's just below a better single price option, because you need something today.
Show threadChaotic CatboyNov 2
@chebra @housepanther @QasimRashid Reconditioned iPhones aren't priced very differently from other brands, and they're more often available because people who buy them new tend to upgrade frequently
Show threadHouse Panther Nov 2
@chebra @QasimRashid I know I pay more but ultimately I am okay with it because the iPhone platform is just more stable.