Comments on: How the iPhone can Revolutionize Real Estate http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/ The New Face of Classified Ads Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:29:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: scott schmitz http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-17188 scott schmitz Sat, 09 Feb 2008 04:26:40 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-17188 One of the best things about the iPhone is it's full strength web browser. This really opens up the full range of possibilities to use vertical market applications, such as real estate organizers, MLS software, tax databases, real estate blogging software etc. I expect that we will see Palm and Windows mobile adopt full-features web browsers. But in the meantime, the iPhone is the only phone that I know of that has a web browser that can actually display real-world web pages without failing. A few people mentioned the limitation of having to use AT&T. Yes that is a problem, especially for realtors who really need the best coverage possible in the areas they serve. It's sometimes not practical to switch to AT&T. There is an alternative, however. The iPOD Touch is pretty much an iPhone without the phone part. You can still do the web browsing, eMail, calendar and contacts, but from WiFi connection. I suppose it depends on where you work, but areand where I live 9Ft Collins Colorado) there are many, many wi-fi hotspots. All of the McDoonalds. Starbucks, book stores, libraries etc. I have an iPhone and am frankly shocked at how meny WiFi hotspots that I find just walking about town. One of the best things about the iPhone is it’s full strength web browser. This really opens up the full range of possibilities to use vertical market applications, such as real estate organizers, MLS software, tax databases, real estate blogging software etc. I expect that we will see Palm and Windows mobile adopt full-features web browsers. But in the meantime, the iPhone is the only phone that I know of that has a web browser that can actually display real-world web pages without failing.

A few people mentioned the limitation of having to use AT&T. Yes that is a problem, especially for realtors who really need the best coverage possible in the areas they serve. It’s sometimes not practical to switch to AT&T. There is an alternative, however. The iPOD Touch is pretty much an iPhone without the phone part. You can still do the web browsing, eMail, calendar and contacts, but from WiFi connection. I suppose it depends on where you work, but areand where I live 9Ft Collins Colorado) there are many, many wi-fi hotspots. All of the McDoonalds. Starbucks, book stores, libraries etc. I have an iPhone and am frankly shocked at how meny WiFi hotspots that I find just walking about town.

]]> By: The “Killer App” Myth and the Rise of “Next Big Thing” http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-6631 The “Killer App” Myth and the Rise of “Next Big Thing” Wed, 07 Nov 2007 05:14:36 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-6631 [...] Thought most of the posts on our blog deal very specifically with the goings-on at vFlyer, the industries we server, our customers or the manifold and wonder aspects of our service, every once in a while I like to do a “big picture” piece on some aspect of technology.  One of those areas that recently go my attention was the subject of “killer apps”. I recently got a call from blogger Steven Groves about Google’s OpenSocial announcement and got into a great conversation with him on the subject. I also read Steve’s post on the Future of Real Estate on OpenSocial, as well as a post by Zillow’s Drew Meyers titled What Does OpenSocial Mean to Real Estate on the GeekEstate Blog. There has been similar chatter about the Facebook application platform and I myself did a post on how the iPhone can Revolutionize Real Estate(so I am just as guilty). [...] […] Thought most of the posts on our blog deal very specifically with the goings-on at vFlyer, the industries we server, our customers or the manifold and wonder aspects of our service, every once in a while I like to do a “big picture” piece on some aspect of technology.  One of those areas that recently go my attention was the subject of “killer apps”. I recently got a call from blogger Steven Groves about Google’s OpenSocial announcement and got into a great conversation with him on the subject. I also read Steve’s post on the Future of Real Estate on OpenSocial, as well as a post by Zillow’s Drew Meyers titled What Does OpenSocial Mean to Real Estate on the GeekEstate Blog. There has been similar chatter about the Facebook application platform and I myself did a post on how the iPhone can Revolutionize Real Estate(so I am just as guilty). […]

]]> By: Jim Cronin http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-1011 Jim Cronin Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:34:59 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-1011 <p>I honestly think that O.M. has put out the best example of consistently, beautiful real estate blogging. Sometimes I don't even read it, but rather, stare at it. </p> I honestly think that O.M. has put out the best example of consistently, beautiful real estate blogging. Sometimes I don’t even read it, but rather, stare at it.

]]> By: Toby & Sadie http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-995 Toby & Sadie Tue, 10 Jul 2007 14:04:07 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-995 This a really good listing and thanks for submitting it to the <a href="http://www.delawareohrealestate.com/2007/07/10/dont-stop-believing-in-the-carnival/trackback/" rel="nofollow">Consumer-Focused Real Estate Carnival</a>. You did a great a job this week! This a really good listing and thanks for submitting it to the Consumer-Focused Real Estate Carnival. You did a great a job this week!

]]> By: Sadie’s Take on Delaware Ohio » Blog Archive » Don’t Stop Believing in the Carnival… http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-993 Sadie’s Take on Delaware Ohio » Blog Archive » Don’t Stop Believing in the Carnival… Tue, 10 Jul 2007 13:13:19 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-993 [...] Oliver Muoto presents “How the iPhone can Revolutionize Real Estate” posted at vFlyer Blog, saying, “The Apple iPhone has the potential to revolutionize how consumers interact with real estate services.” I think the logic is a little flawed as I think iPod revolutionized what had been an industry that was stuck in the 20th century; however I don’t know that iPhone is having the same impact. Also, Apple’s marketing strategy is exclusivity - hence only one carrier - which will limit the ability of this product to revolutionize the world. [...] […] Oliver Muoto presents “How the iPhone can Revolutionize Real Estate” posted at vFlyer Blog, saying, “The Apple iPhone has the potential to revolutionize how consumers interact with real estate services.” I think the logic is a little flawed as I think iPod revolutionized what had been an industry that was stuck in the 20th century; however I don’t know that iPhone is having the same impact. Also, Apple’s marketing strategy is exclusivity - hence only one carrier - which will limit the ability of this product to revolutionize the world. […]

]]> By: jjk http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-977 jjk Tue, 10 Jul 2007 01:04:13 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-977 StreetEasy, the New York Real Estate site, released an iPhone interface that works well over EDGE. http://www.streeteasy.com/iphone Works well and very fast on my iPhone. StreetEasy, the New York Real Estate site, released an iPhone interface that works well over EDGE.

http://www.streeteasy.com/iphone

Works well and very fast on my iPhone.

]]> By: Trulia Blog » Carnival of Real Estate http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-976 Trulia Blog » Carnival of Real Estate Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:48:22 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-976 [...] If Technology is more your game take a look at ‘How the I-Phone Can Revolutionize Real Estate’ by Oliver Muoto at VflyerBlog and ‘To Map or NOT to MAP - That is the question?’ posted at Realtor Genius. [...] […] If Technology is more your game take a look at ‘How the I-Phone Can Revolutionize Real Estate’ by Oliver Muoto at VflyerBlog and ‘To Map or NOT to MAP - That is the question?’ posted at Realtor Genius. […]

]]> By: Wasilla Real Estate News » Blog Archive » Carnival of Real Estate #49 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-955 Wasilla Real Estate News » Blog Archive » Carnival of Real Estate #49 Mon, 09 Jul 2007 07:57:35 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-955 [...] How The I-Phone Can Revolutionize Real Estate by Oliver Muoto at vflyerblog.com [...] […] How The I-Phone Can Revolutionize Real Estate by Oliver Muoto at vflyerblog.com […]

]]> By: Fran http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-815 Fran Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:36:04 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-815 We don't have AT&T service in my area. It seems quite limiting having the IPhone licensed only with one carrier. I was waiting for the IPhone to make my purchase, but will go with another product that will work in my area. Fran We don’t have AT&T service in my area. It seems quite limiting having the IPhone licensed only with one carrier. I was waiting for the IPhone to make my purchase, but will go with another product that will work in my area.

Fran

]]> By: Jennifer Steck http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-814 Jennifer Steck Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:35:38 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-814 <p>It looks pretty amazing, but I figure I'll wait until all the bugs are worked out and other provider plans are available. </p> It looks pretty amazing, but I figure I’ll wait until all the bugs are worked out and other provider plans are available.

]]> By: Aziz Abdur-Ra'oof http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-813 Aziz Abdur-Ra'oof Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:35:13 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-813 <p>You're right -- the possibilities for us are unreal. Thxs for the examples -- I plan to purchase it after my current plan runs out.</p> <p>APPLE Rocks! </p> You’re right — the possibilities for us are unreal. Thxs for the examples — I plan to purchase it after my current plan runs out.

APPLE Rocks!

]]> By: Missy Caulk http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-812 Missy Caulk Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:34:49 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-812 <p>I don't like the fact you have to send email without a key board. I hate those key boards built into the screen. My only complaint, that and I can't keep my unlimited minutes at Nextel for 138 per month. That's why I've been with them for 10 years </p> I don’t like the fact you have to send email without a key board. I hate those key boards built into the screen. My only complaint, that and I can’t keep my unlimited minutes at Nextel for 138 per month. That’s why I’ve been with them for 10 years

]]> By: Bob & Carolin Benjamin http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-811 Bob & Carolin Benjamin Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:34:19 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-811 <p>We only can get T-mobile as a service that really works where we are. So all the hype and bells and whistles don't matter if the phone won't work. If this phone, or any other one, is to become "the" phone, then there needs to be the ability for multiple carriers to use it, and it needs to work across the country. </p> We only can get T-mobile as a service that really works where we are. So all the hype and bells and whistles don’t matter if the phone won’t work. If this phone, or any other one, is to become “the” phone, then there needs to be the ability for multiple carriers to use it, and it needs to work across the country.

]]> By: Sandra Williams http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-810 Sandra Williams Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:33:36 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-810 <p>Too bad the IPhone is only with AT&T. If it were connected to Verizon too, I would get one in a minute! </p> Too bad the IPhone is only with AT&T. If it were connected to Verizon too, I would get one in a minute!

]]> By: Galel Fajardo http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-809 Galel Fajardo Mon, 02 Jul 2007 16:33:05 +0000 http://www.vflyerblog.com/blog/2007/07/01/how-the-iphone-can-revolutionize-real-estate/#comment-809 <p>I think there's a little too much hype surrounding the iPhone, since it's branded by Apple.</p> <p>In my opinion, a Blackberry is a more time-tested and proven product.</p> <p>Galel Fajardo </p> I think there’s a little too much hype surrounding the iPhone, since it’s branded by Apple.

In my opinion, a Blackberry is a more time-tested and proven product.

Galel Fajardo

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