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Subscribe to commentsRalph GainesJun 18th 2009 10:02AM
First I would have to get a Twitter/English dictionary! With a million words to choose from why is it necessary to communicate in "new" words or abbreviations? This query is especially directed to those who don't know the difference between to-too-&two---& there their &they're.
Ralph.
realksmithJun 24th 2009 9:10PM
This hasn't swayed me at all. All of these you can easily do with today's technology minus twitter. Twitter to me is still pointless, since it is nothing but facebook minus EVERYTHING except updating your status. Here's my reasons why.
1. To-Do List and 3. Timer
Phones come with built in planners now a days, my HTC Touch can break events down to the half hour. They'll also alert you 15 minutes in advance to make sure you don't forget
2. Breaking News
Most websites (or free texting services) with breaking news allow you to sign up for free mobile alerts. Or, as I have, text ChaCha or some other free service. They send you these things.
4. Track packages
If you're a person that a) has email set up to your phone or b) has your email set up to forward email to you via text (free) then you would also see that this is pointless; you get emails sent to you about the whereabouts of your package, which would then be forwarded to your phone.
5. Answers/Recommendations
As for answers, you can text the free service ChaCha (242242) and they will respond with your answer within 30 - 60 seconds, free of charge. With recommendations, well, you could just post your status to facebook via texting, and have your friends suggest things. And facebook has a lot more uses.
fastharryJun 30th 2009 10:25PM
want to know about vacuums?...no need to twitter...just call me at 800 296 8086...ext 110....factorydirectsuperstore.com
smakJul 1st 2009 7:37PM
Can Twitter condense this shitty article to fit on one page, instead of 5? That would be awesome.
Shannon RamiroJul 4th 2009 1:36PM
There are already ways to do all that is mentioned without the use of Twitter. I am an avid user of Twitter, but as a communication tool to connect with others and expand my circle of influence. To get caught up with others and communicate in short contexts from one place in a time efficient manner, Twitter is perfect for me.
However, if someone decided to use Twitter w/ add-ons and 3rd party clients to create their own form of customized personal planner it seems to be a possibility. Some people may find this to be perfect for them especially if they are used to texting all day long and barely use email (ie my teenager).