Pretty in Pink

I'd like to point out that I was merely making an observation to begin with. If it sounded like a complaint, well, I'm very sorry. Obviously, there are some things I did not think through and the thought is far more complex in my brain than what I can manage to put into words. The more I try to unscramble it, the worst it comes out. Again, I'm sorry if it irked anyone. I'll pull the foot back from my mouth now.

Originally Posted By: CRISIS on INFINITE SLARTIES While I am sympathetic, look at the general standard of living in this country and what many people drop money on. Even a non-smartphone cell phone plan will probably cost at least $50 a month. Thus, in the 5+ years since a PPC user has bought a new computer, if she has a cell phone, she's likely spent over $3000 on that. And cell phones are ubiquitous these days. I'd also say that -- again, in the context of this economy -- "once every five years" is hardly "on a whim." That is assuming most people behave that way and it sure does seems like it when watching TV or reading the news. However privately, not everyone's behaviour is consumerism oriented. In any case, who are we to judge what people do with their budget? Personally I don't own a cell phone and I've barely just finished paying for my old G3 that had to be replaced because of a new OS... (I'll let you guess how much of the G5 as been paid so far.) So you might understand why I'm peeved about Apple's "you-have-to-buy-a-new-iMac-again-because-we-sure-as-hell-made-it-impossible-for-you-to-run-snow-leopard" company statement. I do understand Apple's reasoning and I'm praying everyday that Jeff doesn't just decide to stop porting to old platforms... Well the "praying everyday" might be a tad much since I don't pray at all but you get my drift, right? Originally Posted By: Master1 I'm willing to spend money, I just don't have an extra $1000+ to drop on a whim for a new computer. Pretty much what I meant to say in far fewer words... I guess a refurbished iMac looks like a pretty good idea right now.

Originally Posted By: Randomizer But I think Apple is making it harder to program for older systems. It's probably not just a suspicion and you could sum it up as the Apple way. In a way they force your hand so you have to constantly upgrade your hardware and software. Remember way back in the day when such things as a mac clone existed? (Not exactly a successful experience, but meh.) If memory serves correctly, Apple is partly responsible for sending them the way beta tapes went... Don't get me wrong I love my old mac, along with my old dying ipod and being a masochist I'll still buy one but I think I love Jeff more for still porting to older OS.

If I remember correctly, in Exile you could also get hurt if you failed your attempt at "bashing" the door... I kind of miss having a "sorta-kinda" alternative to opening locked doors.

Ouch... That might hurt a bit. In any event, I know what my next objective is. Thank you!

Hum... So if you don't mind my asking, how do you get the "big game" secret medal?