valleywag.com — After a rocky iPhone 3G launch, Apple's store operations have returned to a model of efficiency. One of Steve Jobs's secrets: roving sales clerks who use mobile devices to ring up orders anywhere in the store, not just at the cash register. Ah, but which devices? Motorola MC75 handhelds running Microsoft's Windows Mobile operating system.
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streakAug 6, 2008
I just shop at Apple stores and even I hate those devices. Your buddy is right. They often don't work, don't scan the credit card, etc.
macenvyAug 7, 2008
Not really ironic. Personally, I think they use a super-crappy WM phone so that people look at it and get reminded why they're buying an iPhone.Seriously, the Moto MC75 is one ugly piece of s**t. I think it's a subtle marketing ploy.
bipolarruledoutAug 8, 2008
There are fundamental differences in each mobile platform and I'm seeing more people go with windows mobile over palm OS these days. The blackberry is trumping both however by a wide margin. Windows mobile is a very open platform and tends to be more resource intensive but people seem to like how good the software availability is. The blackberry on the other hand has been enginered for very specific functions and because it's more "controlled" it's very stable and gets great battery life. The iPhone is really a brand new platform and it's way to early to say how it's going to pan out.
tenoqAug 8, 2008
Wow, the fanboy digging is plainly obvious here. Anyone who actually thinks Windows Mobile is stable needs their head read. Seriously. 6.1 is a massive improvement, but it STILL has problems - especially syncing. It's the entire REASON the iPhone is so successful - a smartphone that actually works and people can use easily. It's got nothing to do with features. :p
squidwalkAug 11, 2008
A reason to use an iPhone for something mundane such as POS is that it's good publicity. Then again, I'd imagine that once you're in an Apple store you already know if you want an iPhone or not.
chorizotarianAug 16, 2008
C'mon fanboys, it's embarrasing for Apple. Just admit it. It's an iFiasco! :)