Welcome to the 21st Century!

Well I did it. I got an iphone. And it was free, too (the power of upgrade). Pretty cool. My poor little cell phone with no data plan and limited texting has gone to cellular heaven. My beautiful new iphone will arrive tomorrow (Monday) with a nice data plan. And limited texting. Long story. Let’s just say that we’re taking it one baby step at a time. My husband does not believe in texting or data. He uses his cell phone for calls only. He still has one of those clam shell phones. I don’t like talking on a cell phone. This is why we have a house phone. I text. A lot. Apparently too much because I got a text from my phone carrier that I was at my limit until the 15^th of January. Oops. So I quickly told everyone…STOP texting me until Jan. 15. We’ll see how that goes. In the meantime, with my lovely new phone I can still pick up messages via Facebook or email. Sweet.

 

OK…so this will be the first time owning a smartphone. I am fairly clueless but I’m a quick learner. I’ve already purchased the standard accessories: car charger, case, e-gloves (it’s winter in New England after all). I’ve practiced somewhat on a friend’s phone so I know how to make a call and text (yes, yes…I’ll wait ‘till Jan. 15). Now for the apps.

There is a whole issue of Wired magazine dedicated to apps. Who knew? I’m not a game player so we can eliminate those apps. My needs are pretty basic. Email, Facebook, maps, weather and news. And where to get the best coffee. I’m sure as I become more proficient at navigating my way around the iphone world I’ll want more. For now, I’ll stick to the easy stuff. I’ll want to sync my itunes to my phone. That will take me awhile I think. I also want to set up all the photo stuff.

I really feel as if I’m entering a new realm. Ellen…welcome to the 21^st century and 2013!

Happy New Year everyone. May it be a wonderful year for you and yours!