Line-in Support
The Apple Blog reports that the 2.2 software will support “manipulation of line-ln audio accessories.” The iPhone and the 2G iPod Touch already support input through the headphone jack. We’re not sure if this new feature applies to signals coming through this jack, or to audio coming in through the dock connector. If this rumor is true then it could lead to clip-on mics or speakers
When most people think about the iPhone they think of the younger generation talking, sending texts to millions of other teens, sharing photos, and more talking. That’s what corporate America is beginning to see, especially those with savvy marketing departments. Smaller to medium sized businesses have really started to pay attention to what the younger set is doing with their iPhones and how they socialize. It is very different from what most of us grew up with. What these businesses have discovered is a virtual gold mine for sales opportunities. This is how marketing with your iPhone can help to increase your bottom line.
If you view the advertising for the Apple iPhone, you would think that it is strictly for young adults to be used for pleasure. Most of the advertising focuses on the iPhone’s entertainment value. They focus on music, video, and Facebook. Overall, not very business like. However, the Apple iPhone for business purposes is something you do not see advertised much. Perhaps this is due to the fact that the only service provider for the iPhone is AT&T and they are not looking to cut anyone deals on iPhone services. Nevertheless, the iPhone can be a useful business tool; one just has to decide if the cost is worth it.
Here is the good news. It is easy to replace the SIM cards for you iPhone. You have to decide what purpose you want these SIM cards to perform. Some offer enhanced features to your iPhone. Many of these will work only with AT&T and cannot be unlocked. Others will actually unlock the iPhone and allow you to use it on any network, not just GSM networks like AT&T and T-Mobile.