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Merry Ukulele Christmas
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Merry Ukulele Christmas, by Hawaii's virtuoso, Kalei Gamiao, is the ideal companion for "all things Christmas." Twelve sweetly spirited acoustic instrumentals glisten under Kalei's intricate ukulele handiwork. "Silent Night," "The Prayer," "What Child is This?" and "O Holy Night," are blissfully serene while standards "Winter Wonderland," "All I Want for Christmas is You, "Let It Snow," and "Linus and Lucy" are joyful and upbeat. Homegrown favorites, "Mele Kalikimaka," and "Holiday Hula," are delightfully playful while Kalei's original, "Winter Surf," will be the next must-have for ukulele fans. This season's shining star, Merry Ukulele Christmas, is the go-to holiday collection for an incredibly cool Yule.Learn More
Slack Key Travels
Internationally acclaimed guitarist Jeff Peterson has established himself as one of the leading slack key guitarists of his generation taking the music from his roots in the ranch lands of upcountry Maui to concert stages around the world and the big screen in the recent Oscar-winning film The Descendants starring George Clooney.
For more information on the artist and songs on this recording please visit Jeff's website at www.JeffPetersonGuitar.comLearn More
TAIMANE: Her name means "diamond" in Samoan and perfectly reflects the different facets of her nature. Whether delicately finger-picking through Bach or radically ripping through Led Zeppelin, Taimane has the ability to morph genres – from classical to rock to flamenco – and stretch her instrument far beyond the familiar melodies of Hawai`i, where she grew up.
Among Taimane's 'ukulele teachers turned admirers are Roy Sakuma and Jake Shimabukuro. When Don Ho caught wind of the talented teen, he invited her to join him as part of his venerable variety show at the Waikiki Beachcomber, further fueling Taimane's desire to perform for and connect with audiences.
In addition to performing her own distinctive versions of well-known pieces, Taimane weaves in original compositions that are as far ranging as her musical tastes. Her breakout CD, 'Ukulele Dance features Bach's "Tocatta," Lalo Schifrin's "Mission Impossible Theme," and pieces she wrote for the planet Neptune and the Moon, as part of her series on the solar system.
With the fierceness of a rocker, the grace of a dancer, and the pageantry of a performance artist, Taimane and her music are wowing ever-larger audiences. She lights up rooms wherever she goes, sparkling like the diamond that she is. Learn More
Grand Ukulele
Jake Shimabukuro's highly anticipated follow up to his last record, 2011's "Peace Love Ukulele", which topped Billboard's World Albums chart. Shimabukuro describes recording the album as a "truly magical experience for me. I'm just excited." All the tracks on the album (a mix of original songs, as well as covers) were played and recorded live. "There were absolutely no overdubs," notes Shimabukuro. "Bringing all these people together, and everyone brings their own experience, their own background, their own interpretation, their own spirit, and love and passion for music."
Produced by Alan Parsons, assistant engineer of the Beatles "Abbey Road" and Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of The Moon." Orchestration for the CD was done by Kip Winger, and it's a real treat. The album will not only take Jake to the next level, but is poised to redefine the Ukulele itself. Jake's version of "Over The Rainbow" is completely "over the top" and his cover version of "Rolling In The Deep" is incredible.
Island Style Ukulele 2
Island Style Ukulele 2 features 14 newly recorded instrumentals with a relaxing tropical vibe. Experience the delightful diversity of the ukulele and the remarkable creativity of celebrated artists from the islands of Hawaii such as Brittni Paiva, Herb Ohta Jr, Kimo Hussey, Kalei Gamiao, Bryan Toletino, Alfredo Canopin, Derick Sebastian, Aldrine Guerrero, Jody Kamisato, Gordon Freitas, Corey Fujimoto, up and comers Honoka & Azita, Micah Ganiron and TJ Mayeshiro, and special guests, Tahiti's superstar Florent Atem, and 13 year old prodigy from Japan, Rio Saito.
From Hawaiian classics such as "Ulupalakua," island favorites like "Paniolo Country," contemporary hits "Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride," and classics like "Dancing in the Moonlight," and "Sweet City Woman," Island Style Ukulele 2 is a little slice of paradise for those who love the small but mighty ukulele.Learn More
Anthony Natividad is an innovative flute musician, craftsman, and storyteller through his music. He has been a featured nose flute artist on the Odyssey Channel's "America" series, has performed as an original musician and cast member of the award-winning theatrical production "Ulalena," and has served as a featured performer on many recordings. On his debut CD, his nose flutes allow people to feel the depth and light of their soul, lightened of their stress and burdens, to the present moment of being.Learn More
The Forbidden Sounds of Don Tiki
Don Tiki's exotic tunes are brimming with haunting melodies and sultry rhythms on tracks like "Close Your Eyes," with guest artist Teresa Bright, and Martin Denny's "Exotica `97".Learn More
Skinny Dip with Don Tiki
Skinny Dip unearths the exotic sounds of Tiki bars and lounges of the past where the music would gently hypnotize its listeners under the red glow of tiki torches. Songs like "Sweet and Sour," and "Primitiva" set the mood for a night in a Polynesian pop paradise.Learn More
Surf Madness
The popularity of surf music has brought celebrity to a wide variety of musicians throughout the years, and "Surf Madness" elevated HAPA's career on a global basis. It contains the classic He'eia in a style that instantly identifies it as HAPA.Learn More
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Music of Hawai'i
Music of Hawai'i, when first released, achieved a new standard of success by which all other albums would be measured in the future with its lush orchestrations and arrangements featuring the classic voices of Hawai`I singing 27 of Hawaii's most popular songs.Learn More
HAWAI`I Land of Enchantment
The release of Hawaii Land of Enchantment will be the first re-release of Jack de Mello's timeless music since Music of Hawai`i was made available on CD. Music of Hawai`i was praised by music critics worldwide. Hawaii Land of Enchantment was the first album that allowed Hawaiian music fans to appreciate classic Hawaiian songs, in a full orchestral setting. These recordings, available once again, have lost none of their beauty and remain as evocative of the islands today as when they were first released. The music of Jack de Mello is truly unlike any other on the island music scene.Learn More
Ukulele Magic
Jack de Mello has been instrumental in composing, performing, and producing quality Hawaiian music for years. "Ukulele Magic" paired Jack's amazing ear, producing skills and his orchestra with the `ukulele talents of the amazing talents of Don Baduria to release this "classic" `ukulele release.Learn More
Steel Guitar Magic
Hawai'i's legendary steel guitarists, Billy Hew Len and Barney Isaacs, Jr. team up with legendary `ukulele and guitar stylists Benny Kalama, Randy Oness, Herb Ohta, Sonny Kamahele and King Kamahele performing classics known throughout the world. One of Mountain Apple Company's best sellers.Learn More
Following up on the tremendous success of "Sunday Morning," Jake branches out with his `ukulele mastery, blending the sound of electric `ukulele with the acoustic sound fans around the world love.Learn More
Peace Love Ukulele
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Yes, the ukulele. In the hands of Shimabukuro, the traditional Hawaiian instrument of four strings and two octaves is stretched and molded into a complex and bold new force. On an album like his new Peace Love Ukulele, Jake and his "Uke" effortlessly (it seems) mix jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian music and folk, creating a sound that's both technically masterful and emotionally powerful – and utterly unique in the music world. Learn More
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Slack Key Jazz
Slack Key jazz is the first recording of classic jazz paired with the nahenahe (sweet) sounds of solo slack key guitar. From Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin and Dave Brubeck to George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Norah Jones; the great American songbook is poetically retold with the resonant sounds of slack key. Original pieces affirm Jeff\\\'s creative voice classic Hawaiian songs are spun with the freedom and eloquence of Contemporary and even Brazillian Jazz.Learn More
Slack Key Guitar: The Artistry of Jeff Peterson
THE ARTISTRY OF JEFF PETERSON illustrates Jeff's diverse musical influences, from his paniolo roots as a child on Maui to the modern guitar techniques he has mastered. His signature slack key style combines his innovative technique with traditional slack key guitar. Jeff was featured on Hawaii's first GRAMMY® Award-winning CD (Slack Key Guitar Volume 2), and has emerged as a leader among a new generation of slack key guitarists.
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Brubaker is also hoping that he and Davis will have a lengthy future together.
"My goal is [to make the Olympic team] next season, but if I can go to two Olympics, I'd love to," he said. "For me, the two things that will dictate that will be my health and finances. I, personally, can't afford to train the way that I need to. I've always held a full-time job while I've competed. I feel like as long as I'm healthy, I can be competitive, not just nationally but internationally."
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AT&T may be further expanding FaceTime over cellular
AT&T may be further relaxing its restrictions on FaceTime over cellular, allowing anyone with access to the feature to use it. AT&T had previously announced that all iPhone 5 customers, including those on individual plans, would be able to use the feature. Anyone with an iPhone 4S or a grandfathered unlimited data plan on AT&T was left out in the cold. However, it now appears that several customers previously unable to use FaceTime over cellular have been able to activate it. MacRumors reports that some of their users are seeing FaceTime enabled on their grandfathered unlimited data plans with the iPhone 5, with some users reporting that their 4S has recieved the feature as well:
This finding has been confirmed by a number of users in this discussion thread -- though some users have been unable to activate it so it may still be rolling out to some areas. AT&T had said the original rollout for tiered plans could take 8-10 weeks. Most of the positive responses have been those with the iPhone 5 and grandfathered unlimited data, but the original poster also had luck with an iPhone 4S.
Right now, AT&T has not confirmed that this is. Not everyone is seeing this, so it's possible that this is an accidental activation that occured as AT&T was flipping the switch on the original expansion plan for FaceTime over cellular.
To check if FaceTime over cellular has been enabled on your device, go to Settings, FaceTime, and scroll to the bottom to see if Use Cellular Data is set to 'On'. You may need to restart your phone before you see it.
Are you an AT&T iPhone 5 user with unlimited data or an iPhone 4S user? Are you seeing this? Let us know below in the comments.
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with Straight Talk I've been using FaceTime over 3G for a long time.
Not working for me. I have an iPhone 4S with a grandfathered AT&T unlimited data plan. I'm in Los Angeles.
DId not work on my iPad 3, got the usual message saying I had to change from my unlimited plan or use WiFi.
Works for me on the iPhone 5 with AT&T unlimited data! I'm in SF California!
its working for me here in denver co im on iphone 5 att and unlimited grandfathered data
I was able to use FaceTime on my iPhone 5 but not my personal hotspot and AT&T had to reset my my network. Consequently my hotspot works now and FaceTime does not work over cellular now.
This isn't working for me on a grandfathered unlimited plan with iPhone 5 in Minneapolis on AT&T LTE.
Unlimited data plan on my iPhone 5 and FaceTime is working
Works on my iPhone 5 with grandfathered unlimited data plan. Just restart the device and the switch for "Use Cellular Data" under FaceTime settings should be automatically turned on.
iPhone 5 + Unlimited data+ Facetime = Working Now!!!!
Working on my iPhone 5 and my wife's iPhone 5 both with unlimited data here in Connecticut.
Where abouts in Connecticut, and what did you do to get it to work?
iPhone 5 + Unlimited Data + FaceTime over AT&T LTE = *NOT WORKING*
After two reboots, still not available. I get the popover message to call AT&T if I want it to work.
This is in the Chicago, IL area.
Mine started working just now here in Minneapolis. Nice!
Not working for me yet on an iPhone 5 grandfathered plan or on my iPad (third-generation) in 3G/faux 4G area of southern Wisconsin.
its working for me on iphone 5 denver colorado att unlimited grandfathered data plan
Not working in Washington DC area, iPhone 5 on grandfathered unlimited data plan.
Not working on iPhone 4s, grandfathered in Charlotte, NC
iPhone5 with unlimited data. No Facetime over cellular even after a reboot. i get the expected popover message. Now I am operating via my microcell so I will try again when connected directly via cellular.
No luck here in Detroit, MI. iPhone5 + Grandfathered Unlimited. Rebooted phone twice so far. Will try again tomorrow. Maybe it'll be a Thanksgiving miracle (AT&T finally coming to their senses)?
Not working for me. Rebooted and at first it said it was on. Then it turned back to off and every time I try to switch it back on it gives me the popover message.
iphone 5 with grandfathered unlimited data plan in Little Rock, AR
I am sure that this has been stated many times by others and I am also sure that there are many reading this that simply don't care - but, the spelling mistakes and typos at iMore are simply inexcusable. It's everyday and almost every article. And, it's the simplest of things too, like "recieved." As I typed this word incorrectly, I can see the red underline right now that is below the word that tells me that this is spelled incorrectly.
Iphone 5, facetime just switched on, unlimited plan, Philadelphia PA.....
Here are two sites better suited for your grammar nazi ways:
Who cares if they misspell a few words as long as I get my Apple related news quickly and accurately?
To put it simply, if it bothers you, do not read it. Your post was of no benefit to anyone reading this article. Try putting a positive spin on things once in a while. Ex: Wow, I can now get Face Time over cellular!
Have a good day!
iPhone 5, grandfathered unlimited, and it is working for me now.
Now if they would only allow tethering!!!!
iPhone 5 on AT&T unlimited plan and NOT working.
Have an iPhone 5 unlimited plan, in the baltimore area, seems to be working for me. My wife also has the same phone and same plan but it's not working for her....weird..
not work for me, im in chicago. iphone 5 grandfathered unlimited
No luck with iPhone 4s At&T New Hampshire
In riverside, ca with an iPhone 5 with unlimited data and doesn't work, but its no big deal to me if it does or doesn't.
iPhone 5, unlimited plan, Central Connecticut: not working
iPhone 5, unlimited plan Miami Florida working !!!! :)
Massachusetts- iPhone 5, Grandfathered Unlimited- Not Working!
Grandfathered unlimited AT&T on a iPhone 4S in central New Jersey: "requires an eligible data plan".
iPhone 5, unlimited data, not working in Vermont.
Works for me here in Seacoast NH region. FaceTime over 4G w/grandfathered unlimited data plan.
Is it working on your iPhone 4S or iPhone 5
I had mine working on my iPhone 5 with unlimited data at about 9:30 AM in Connecticut. It's now 11:00 PM and it has now stopped working. :( I think someone at AT&T may have wised up unfortunately.
Dallas, Texas. iPhone 5 unlimited. Not working.
I reset my network settings and it flipped on after the reboot. I'm on a 3gb tiered plan, iPhone 5, and in the Los Angeles area.
No joy in Birmingham, AL with an iPhone 4S, Unlimited. Hard-reset the phone, went into Settings - FaceTime afterwards, "Use Cellular Data" toggle was on for all of 1 second, then back off. Switching it back on revealed the lovely HateT&T-specific message.
Been trying this since I saw the MacRumor story - and still no luck on my 4s in Los Angeles
It's working for me. - Crestview, FL (near Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, and Destin) iPhone 5 w/ grandfathered unlimited data.
Not working for me. I'm in Boston .


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Class action suit claims Siri does not work as advertised
A class action suit has been raised against Apple claiming Siri does not appear to work as advertised. Siri was launched as a key feature of the iPhone 4S however it has always carried the tag of beta software. This has not deterred a New York man from suing Apple for false advertising over Siri's capabilities. Frank M.Fazio purchased his iPhone 4S back in November and is now part of a class of people who feel mislead by Apple.
In many of Apple's television advertisements, individuals are shown using Siri to make appointments, find restaurants, and even learn the guitar chords to classic rock songs or how to tie a tie. In the commercials, all of these tasks are done with ease with the assistance of the iPhone 4S's Siri feature, a represented functionality contrary to the actual operating results and performance of Siri.
The case claims that Siri is much less responsive than shown in the advertisements even though Apple issues a disclaimer stating that the service's sequences were shortened for advertising purposes. The lawsuit asks for unspecified damages and claims Siri is "at best, a work-in-progress". Isn't that the same thing as a beta?
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Wow really, people out there are always trying to make a quick buck by suing someone
And other people falsely advertise their products
I agree this is just a stupid law suit, the product is in BETA, let me restate that the product is in BETA.
Also for the most part if you know how the product works you can use it like the commercial. Siri has problems transitioning between WiFi and 3G, so what I do is if I know I'm going to use Siri during the day, turn of WiFi. Also Siri has issues with Bluetooth, she doesn't always respond properly and in the car she will not work with Bluetooth properly either.
This is nothing new in the USA or other parts of the world, companies advertise in their ideal world conditions which is not the real world. If you notice the commercials, the people do not use bluetooth earpieces are either in WiFi or 3G locations, but not both. I think Apple knows the short comings and market around it. Is that right NO and no company should be allowed to do this, but they do and this is no different.
I have to agree with Danny, First World Problems, Indeed.....
"she doesn't always respond properly and in the car she will not work with Bluetooth properly either."
She!!! Wow u really feel that it's a she.
Yes, Siri is a "she", unless you've ever met a gent named Siri. I can't get Siri to talk dirty to me, but no lawsuit is going to change that. Opportunist trying to make a. Quick buck. Good luck with that.
This guy has a point, when I use it in the UK it cannot look for any places, restaurants businesses etc, it doesn't understand accents, I find my self spending a whole car journey trying to send one text with Siri
If it's a nuisance, turn it off until the beta is over. Personally, I've had no issues and get a lot of use from Siri -- goes down far less than when I first got my 4S.
A waste of time and resources. Nothing more than some lesser-known law firm playing a crapshoot trying to get publicity. They're all about to learn what the big yellow label that says 'beta' means.
I don't think you can advertise siri as the main selling point of your phone and then hide behind the beta tag. No where i have seen on the phone does it say beta. I think its a dumb lawsuit, but the beta label doesn't mean anything if you are showing misleading commercials about its performance.
I think they would have a better chance fighting the lawsuit that Apple sold Siri as the main reason to upgrade. Thus charging people for siri (a beta). They basically used Siri as the ad campaign and it doesnt even work.
I almost broke my phone last week. My wife called while I was in the car. She asked me to stop at the store (just less then 1/4 mile my home). I thought, hey, I will set a reminder to stop at the store when I get home. (My phone GPS usually thinks I am home when I get within a 1/4 mile of my home). I picked up the phone, hit Siri and said"remind me to pick up a bottle of wine when I get home" I tried this 5 times. Every single time I got the same response "I dont know what you mean "remind me to pick up a bottle of wine when you get home". After the 5th attempt, I finally threw the phone on the seat of my car and pulled out paper and pen.
Completely agree with LeBeef. I have been bashing Apple for using this practice on my site for months now. There are so many other great features of the phone the DO work properly, WHY on EARTH would you focus on the one Beta piece that never works and spend millions promoting the phone as such. I wont join the suit, I don't believe in it - this country is too litigious as is so I wont be a party to a lawsuit over something this stupid, and sadly I worked in Advertising before my conscience took over so I understand how truths are stretched or enhanced. But come on - this isn't even close. The thing NEVER works, ever.
If you want to see my satirical take on this all, you can read the posts here: http://www.thingsarefunny.com/2012/03/looks-like-im-not-alone.htmlhttp://www.thingsarefunny.com/2012/02/finally-truthful-apple-siri.html
How does the average user know that Siri is in beta? Where does it say this? When turning on Siri during set up it doesn't say that. Nor does it say it when Siri is summoned. Just wondering...
Oh, come on! Did anyone watch listen or read the Keynote address when the phone was announced and introduced? Clearly it was stated that Siri is in beta and that there would be a few bugs. I haven't had any problems with Siri, then again, I am not that gullible to believe the hype and glory spread by the mainstream press and the average tech blog reporter who neglects all the details and fawns over the precious. Apple has clearly stated that Siri is in beta. get over it.
Even Apple's website displays clearly that Siri is in Beta. Get over it.
Of course Apple's website says that Siri is in beta. They are not dumb. They want to avoid all of these lawsuits.
I can't believe someone would sue apple for this. In my Siri experience it has done what it says it can and yes it takes some time, because it's not a human mind. I'll pay close attention to this lawsuit because if they win I will be extremely disappointed. I'd like to meet some of these people listed in the lawsuit just to tell them how ignorant they are
The 3UK advert for Siri has it giving directions. This is very misleading. Apple should be above such deceits. If I didn't have better things to do ill be suing them also.
Promise big things & don't deliver? Apple actually did that? Can't be true. Time to open the checkbook. Your devoted fans are unhappy Cuopertino.
I always thought it was strange that if it is still in beta why it's the center of Apple's 4S commericials as a key feature.
It's been working alot better for me lately than it did when it was first released.
First World Problems indeed!
I think many of you are missing the point. Apple may state that Siri is still in beta, but it has two very visible commercials touting the function as a key component for the iPhone S. Now I recognize that Apple needed to differentiate the iPhone S from the original iPhone considering the design is the same (except for some of the internals which most consumers could care less about), but I could see this pissing some consumers off if it didn't work as expected.
Unfortunately, others have done this before Apple, and the reality is that others will do it after Apple. To state a few companies, ATT, VZW, T-Mobile, Google, Microsoft, IBM, I can go on, but I think you get my point.
The reality is Apple is no more evil then all these companies, and actually some are more evil then Apple.
No I am not a fan boy, I will put them down for things they did wrong, and raise them for things they do right, but I also won't simply blame them because they did what others do...
I don't think anyone is saying that Apple is the only one doing this. I am sure there are many other cases where a company got sued for false advertisement.
When someone offers an opinion you don't like, you call them a troll and then talk about their upbringing? What are we supposed to call you then?
apart from in this case the name rob white is synonymous with trolling, you only have to be on this site a few days to see the connection. Funny it's usually me calling him a troll.
Will some Apple fans always defend Apple no matter what they say or do? It's funny seeing these comments when you realize these are grown men & women writing this garbage. Apple fans are just as bad as crazed football fanatics. They will defend them no matter what happens.
So can I sue Garmin when my gps gives me wrong directions? Can I sue my Internet provider when they're download speeds fail to reach the speeds they advertise? If so, someone point me to the nearest attorney!!! Jejejee
I bought a 4S for my wife last week for her birthday. I played with Siri while getting the phone set up for her. Siri didn't work for crap in the car on the way home. When I asked Siri where would be a good place to go to get a beer it suggested a strip club 20 miles away. O_o Nevermind that there are 20 bars between here and there, and that I wouldn't step foot into that particular club on a bet.
Siri was disappointing, but it seems better than anything similar I have tried on my EVO3D. Nothing to sue Apple about though.
How about you do a poll of every iPhone 4S user, even the ones that don't frequent this site, and see how many know it is in beta. You are kidding yourself if you think that the service is advertised as beta.
Well said. As i mentioned in an earlier comment, no where on the app itself does it say Beta. Besides, you can't make siri the main selling point and then cry Beta every time it doesn't work.
Siri is cool but it is not as effective as Apple would like us to believe. If you are going to put beta software on your phone and then tout it as a selling feature, you might get some disgruntled consumers when it's not exactly as advertised either in speed or functionality. I'm not necessarily supportive of the lawsuit but companies need to be held accountable for the difference between the "reality" portrayed in ads and what the reality really is. Apple has probably overreached here with their reliance on siri but you can't deny that it has had an effect on the market as google is developing it's own version. It is not a worthless concept or bad software. It's just that siri on my phone is not the siri on the ads but it's not that far off either at least when it works.
Hey I have an idea..... I am going to sue Dodge/Chrysler Motor Corp. because my vehicle doesn't get the exact mileage that was listed on the window sticker when I bought it.
Where's my attorney?!?!?!?!?
Actually MPG are always listed as estimates, and there are several factors to MPG, such a driving conditions and area, and the driver themselves are variable in that amount. So you are comparing Oranges with Apples. LOL...
Honestly Apple shouldn't advertise a beta product in whole. I can see them saying we a voice assistant and then moving on but having a whole commercial for Siri is wrong.
Even when Google Nav was/is in beta, competitors advertise it as a feature, but the whole commercial is not dedicated to the Google Nav; at least what I have seen. I could be wrong though.
That was actually par tof my point too, VARIABLES .... this guy could have an accent or speech impediment that adversely affects Siri's ability to recognize what he is saying. Basically people just need to use common sense. NO PRODUCT can be expected to work 100% of the time flawlessly.
Mpg is clearly stated to be estimates. And there are class actions against them when they don't live up to expectations. Search hyundai elantra mpg class action.
The difference here is no where in the commercials does it state that Siri is in beta and may not always work as advertised. They only say the sequences have been shortened and I'd venture a guess some of them have been completely fabricated/simulated.
Siri is a complete waste of time here in the UK, you cannot use it for anything at all, and I mean nothing which in my opinion makes its less than Alpha, certainly not Beta.
Without Siri the 4S really doesnt have much over the 4 (on paper), Apple needed Siri to be able to quantify the launch of a new product, and as such a major 'feature' of the 4S that doesnt work is most certainly a misadvertised.
@Simon - I beg to differ as far as 4S not having anything other than Siri vs the iPhone 4.
I bought my 4S for the 8MP excellent quality camera as well as the dual core processor.
Siri has no affect on my purchase, I chose the 4S over the 4 simply based on camera specs and processor specs.
Besides the camera, I have seen zero difference between my 4 and 4s. You may have ATT which may be faster internet. I have verizon and have seen no speed increase or any other difference other than the camera.
Because any iPhone on Verzion will only use EVDO REV A. for data regardless of the model. EVDO REV A. averages around 700k to 1 Mbps. The iPhone 4S is a hybrid radio that includes HSDPA 14.4 Mpbs/HSPUA 5.76 Mpbs for people on HSPA networks like AT&T.
Did you use a 4 prior to using the 4s? I've not noticed a difference in speed with the dual core processor. Just my opinion.
If camera quality is so important then buy a proper digital camera, even an 8MP DSLR will be miles ahead of a 4S.
For Siri there is no alternative device, Gamers should buy consoles, photographers should buy cameras, people who want to use dictation to control their phone have Siri and only Siri on the iPhone, and it plain and simply doesnt work as a key selling feature of the device.
Windows Phone and Android voice control are much better, agreed its not fluid and you have to say given commands but at least the phones do what you tell them.
This lawsuit is a waste; much like the patent trolling lawsuits that are going on in the mobile industry today. What is interesting is seeing Apple and its most ardent supporters using Google's cry of "It's Beta, dummy!" to defend against the problems. That is the problem with releasing beta software in a production environment. I wondered how long it would take for that defense to be used.
By the way; in my experience, the Siri application is only useful for creating lists and as a search input method. It will be interesting to see where Apple takes it from here and when they will drop the beta label from it.
Seriously ?
Im sorry , but this is just ridiculous
Well now we know why it's not on the new iPad...........yet
Wow! I have my own fan club of people who instead of having an intelligent discussion call me names. Is this representative of the typical apple fanatic?
no, you're just a f*king troll and people can't stand you.
Once again your immaturity shines through. Put the candy down & let the little boy go.
Then I'm suing AT&T for saying my iPhone has 4G when it doesn't! It's all about advertising, and having a leg up (AT&T is the worst!); why should Apple be held to different standards than Samsung, Dell, HP, AT&T, Verizon?
Verzion advertises LTE when it doesn't meat the original definition of Advanced LTE by the ITU. Verzion is the worst at lying.
So essentially he is doing what Apple and Android have been doing to each for the last several months lol, suing the crap out of each other. This idiot does not realize that because Apple disclaimed that Siri is in BETA the judge is going to give them a big slap in the face cause nowhere has Apple stated Siri is a finish product and also expressed that the commercial was edited. They have been upfront with this info, This idiot obviously didn't learn how to read.
I would love to see a poll for 4S users about Siri.
Would be curious to know what percentage of us have given up on using the feature almost completely, and how many of us use it regularly.
I for one have mostly given up until it properly calls the person I ask it to.
You cannot on one hand ding Android for requiring technical knowledge the average user lacks and and on the other allow Apple to take refuge in a tag most users neither know nor understand. Those of us who follow Apple blogs and read Apple's info pages know this, but the average user does not. Certainly Apple has not made it clear in their advertisements that Siri is in beta.
If the iPhone truly is the phone "for the rest of us" -- whatever that means -- then the iPhone, even more than competing products, trades on the perception it creates for "the rest of us." You can use "beta" as a shield if most of your users know and understand it is beta, but you lose "beta" as a shield if the beta product is the main focus of your marketing efforts.
Siri is working for me, however my biggest gripe is how she won't work with the Bluetooth in my car. She misunderstands everything like "call bill" and she's like "here's the nearest gas station"??? The old apple iPhone 4 voice activation worked from making calls to playing music fine. I think it may be the microphone not having notice canceling tech but still, older system was 90% accurate to siris 10%. Tho when not connected to my car it's about 85-90 accurate and very helpful.
Ok, the lawsuit is silly, but he's got a point. Siri is "beta" and will always be, because Apple knows it will never work as advertised. The regular customer does not even know what "beta" means, and would NEVER expect something "beta" on a Apple product.
If Siri was on any other device people would be bashing it right and left, but, as usual, Apple gets a free pass from its herd, which almost feel sorry for Apple because Siri does not work well. Bad Siri, bad.
That commercial where the kid tries to get Siri to teach him how to play guitar and then wants her to call his deluded self "Rock God", is absolutely ridiculous. I've tested Siri out to attempt some of the things shown in the commercial. Some things work. Others don't. But a lawsuit based on unrealistic expectations is purely daft.
I've had an iPhone since the original and Siri is, by far, the worst idea Apple has incorporated into it's device. It's a novelty and the only thing it's consistent in, is sucking.
The lawsuit is useless but that doesn't mean that Siri doesn't suck.
For me, and so far.
I would personally like to see where Apple lists Siri as a beta other than the Apple keynote that most consumers haven't seen or a tiny footnote on the website which most haven't seen even if they did buy it via the web. I'm looking at a 4S box now and it's not there either.
After commercials:
"Sequences shortened. Coverage varies."
Legally, that's good enough.
On website:
"1. Siri is available in Beta only on iPhone 4S and requires Internet access. Siri may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Cellular data charges may apply."
Legally, that's good enough.
The user manual also outlines that a good data connection is needed, and certain things may interfere with the service.
Legally, that's also good enough.
This suit is frivolous.
"Sequences shortened. Coverage varies."
This lawsuit has no grounds. Apple already placed a disclaimer at the end of the commercial.
"Siri, call me 'Rock God'"
insert lawsuit here
Here is where Apple opened themselves to this lawsuit. For a beta program, they are making every effort to sell it as THE forefront feature for the iphone 4s. Otherwise its just another iphone 4. You shouldn't put an incomplete feature as the forefront of your flagship product.
Still these peeps suing cannot be so ignorant to how siri works and that its performance is directly tied to the performance of your data network. If its crap, well then Siri will be crap. Suppose all in the lawsuit must be Sprint customers :)
Siri doesnt even work over a very fast Broadband WiFi connection!
Imagine if Ford claimed the new Fusion got 60 mpg but when you got the car it only got half that. Then imagine if the Ford fan boys said well that is ok because it's in beta. LMFAO!
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How do I get in on this class action suit?! I'm so pissed about how crappu my Siri is, I was lead to believe it was better than this. It cannot even do a simple web search, it cuts off in the middle of me saying a short command. I hate it!!! Totally misleading!!!


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One team that is interested in Monroe is the Washington Wizards, according to multiple league sources. It's becoming clear that Washington is planning to pursue in Monroe, either through trade or free agency.
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Dumars might not have that chance if this team keeps playing like trash.
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I love this trade. I like KCP, but Beal is obviously better right now.
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-move Rodney Stuckey and/or CV for as much value as possible
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He's playing big minutes anyways isn't he? As long as he's on the floor, the offense should run through him. It perplexes me that Cheeks doesn't realize teams should run their offense through their most efficient scorers.
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Also Jerrific is absolutely right you run the offense through the most efficient guy and Monroe is 8 times out of 10 that guy.
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http://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-pistons-shouldnt-be-this-bad/ Greg Monroe's defense isn't that great but it isn't that terrible. Part of the problem is how we're using him. As Lowe notes his quick hands make him a threat to steal the ball and he's not bad defending inside. We need to keep him and he needs to get better.
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Ya I'm not sure that they are waiting for. Then trade Cv to the Bucks for Mayo.
Jan 20, 2014 • 11:49 pm
by oats
They owe a conditional pick to Phoenix as part of the Gortat trade, so they can't offer an unprotected 1st rounder to Detroit.
Jan 20, 2014 • 11:47 pm
by oats
I can't see Washington moving Beal for Monroe. He shoots the 3, he runs the court well, and he can competently defend either guard spot so the team can hide Wall on the weaker offensive player. They see him as the perfect complimentary piece to Wall. No way they offer him for a guy they can just try to steal away from Detroit in free agency.
Jan 21, 2014 • 12:59 am
by oats
I think you mean that he's an RFA, which is why Detroit can match. There's a reason I said try to steal him though. There are rumors that Detroit isn't prepared to match a max offer for him. Let's say Detroit really doesn't want to give him a max deal and Washinton signs him to a max offer sheet. Detroit will then threaten to match, and thus forces Washington into a sign and trade. Still, knowing that Detroit doesn't actually want to match they would be in operating from a position of power. They might be able to force Detroit into an Otto Porter and Glen Rice Jr. for Monroe type of trade. That would be a pretty typical deal for that scenario, and it's way better for Washington than a Beal trade. That's a steal comparatively speaking, and that's assuming Detroit actually has the balls to play it right. For all we know they might be too afraid that their bluff gets called, thus forcing them to keep Monroe. If that is the case then they would just let Monroe walk, which would literally be stealing him in free agency. I mean, there are a lot of rumors that Detroit would do exactly that if Monroe receives a max offer. From Washington's perspective it makes way more sense to attempt something like that than to break up the Wall and Beal back court.
Jan 21, 2014 • 7:44 am
by ITS OFFICIAL I HATE CHEEKS
No way the Wizard are moving Beal…Especially for a one trick pony like Monroe
Jan 21, 2014 • 12:54 am
by PistonFanSinceDay1
Oats may be on to something. The Wizards could just offer Monroe a huge deal during the summer and see if the Pistons decide to match. Why would the Wizards trade Beal when they're close to a .500 team right now?
Jan 21, 2014 • 12:58 am
by PistonFanSinceDay1
For who? KCP and Charlie right? I know you're not saying Green+1st rounder for Monroe. We get robbed in that deal!
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:50 am
by Jerrific
Actually, if it were to yield us a completely unrestricted pick that wouldn't be terrible. Boston is currently tied for the fourth worst record in the league. The only reason I would hesitate is the risk of Boston turning it around at the end of the season because of Rondo's return.
Jan 21, 2014 • 10:32 am
by Jerrific
Wasn't aware of that, I was working with the assumption we would be receiving Boston's own pick.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:29 am
by jamesjones_det
Boston has made it pretty clear they want picks. I don't think Boston offers a 1st rounder for anyone on our roster not named Drummond.
Jan 21, 2014 • 4:02 pm
by PistonFanSinceDay1
Maybe it's just me. I've never been the type to trade proven talent for an unproven rookie. I've never been the gambling type. They're too many rookies that end up becoming a bust, I'd rather keep my young proven talent.
Jan 20, 2014 • 11:53 pm
by Vic
This will go down as one of the stupidest moves in Pistons history in 3 years when Smith is no longer an athlete but Monroe shoots jumpshots like Karl Malone.
Jan 20, 2014 • 11:54 pm
by Parsons
Either Trevor Ariza and Otto Porter or Trevor Ariza and Martell Webster would be our options. I don't see the Bradley Beal/John Wall combo being broken up. Maybe they see Martell Webster as a suitable replacement for Beal but I doubt it. I want Jan Vesely too for 1 reason, with Monroe gone we'll need a backup center. I like it though we could get 2 talented wings. If not here Orlando for Afflalo or OKC for young guys and a draft pick, or 2 I think they have Houstons, would be our best options in my opinion, depending on if we're buying or selling.
Jan 21, 2014 • 12:36 am
by domnick
i want Beal… :) include Stuckey + Monroe + Singler for Beal and Trevor/Webster + Vessely :)
Jan 21, 2014 • 1:23 am
by Jay
Beal and ariza, Eric Gordon, afflalo… Rondo and green… Something's gotta happen ASAP. I went to the game today against the clippers, Monroe plays with concrete in his shoes!!
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:16 am
by microjfox
Monroe for Mayo and John Henson. Stuckey for Affalo. Defense gets better and we can spread the floor. Henson would be a beast off the bench.
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:17 am
by microjfox
Monroe for Mayo and John Henson. Stuckey for Affalo. Defense gets better and we can spread the floor. Henson would be a beast off the bench. Please no Eric gordon. I'd rather have Evans.
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:49 am
by microjfox
I don't want to give up singler. He is a very important role player.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:25 am
by Huddy
That source just links to an article where Goodwill asks readers if Orlando would give up Afflalo for a salary dump…not that anything points to that actually being a discussion.
Jan 21, 2014 • 7:55 am
by Corey
I like the idea of Monroe for Mayo and Henson. Not sure we could get it, but I'd be willing to add Stuckey to that deal- unless we could actually get afflalo for hi
Jan 21, 2014 • 8:14 am
by Windy
Porter/Ariza type trade for Monroe would be foolish for the Pistons…if your even thinking about that trade then just announce your willing to trade him and see what else gets called in, you couldnt get much less…unless we just let him walk in the summer when Wiz offer a max deal hahaha…I have been saying to dump Monroe so much I gave up talking about it…it's about time his name pops up from an outside source…now finding some actual shooters would be my plan…in a three team deal I wouldbt mind getting a porter plus an affalo back for monroe…
Jan 21, 2014 • 8:25 am
by Huddy
I would be shocked if the Wizards moved Beal for Monroe. I would be pretty surprised if they were moving Ariza and Porter for Monroe when Gortat is already there. That would make them so weak at the SF and I think they are pretty set on the playoffs. I think it's more likely they roll with Gortat through the season and attempt to outbid Detroit in FA or facilitate a sign and trade when the Pistons will be equally or more desperate. Either way a deal with the Wizards probably means reasonably poor value.
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:58 am
by Jerrific
I would love if the Pistons moved Smith, but no one with a brain in this league would take him. His contract is way to big and it's only a matter of time before his athleticism begins to decline. Then all you are left with is a low IQ, extremely inefficient shooter who things he's a genuine superstar.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:35 am
by jamesjones_det
There is a rumor out there… but I'm not sure how it helps us unless we move Monroe as well.
So you want acquire Lopez in order to trade Drummond? lol
What kind of superstar are you thinking we are going to get for him, that is better than keeping him?
Aside from LeBron or Durant, I don't see any player thats going to turn us into champions by himself any more than Drummond has the ability to do a few years from now.
And OKC/Miami are not trading them, so…
Jan 21, 2014 • 5:13 pm
by oats
That one is not a rumor. That was Zach Lowe throwing out ideas for the Pistons. He presented it as something he's heard some guys around the league that have nothing to do with either team came up with as a hypothetical, but it was extremely clear that was not being reported as something either team has talked about in any way. I guess it's possible that the teams have talked about it but it kept it quiet enough to keep it from getting reported as an actual rumor, but there definitely isn't enough there to consider this report a rumor.
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:32 am
by PistonFanSinceDay1
What do you guys think of trading Josh Smith to the Celtics for Jeff Green? In this scenario we can keep Monroe/Drummond together and we get a 27yr old SF who's can stretch the floor.
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:25 pm
by Jodi aka "The Guru"
This is crazy that this comment hasn't got any recognition…PistonFan your idea sounds like a realistic trade compared to those silly Monroe for Beal ideas…Smith had Boston as one of his destinations if he was traded and Rondo is a friend of his…The question is, would Dumars be willing to trade Smith after he signed him to a huge deal…Dumars would probably ask for Green+1st rounder for Smith…
Jan 21, 2014 • 4:05 pm
by PistonFanSinceDay1
Haha, thanks Jodi. Guess I'm not cool enough on these boards yet.
Jan 21, 2014 • 5:37 pm
by oats
I see a few potential problems with that. First of all, the trade isn't legal. Boston would have to include another player to make the math work. Boston also doesn't really want to add salary to their next summer, so they probably insist on it being Jeff Green and Keith Bogans. That Bogans deal is terrible, so that might scare off Detroit. I mean, Bogans is so bad that it is almost like you are going to paying more than $13 million for just Jeff Green.
The second problem is that Josh Smith has been bad this year. I have no idea if Boston would think they could get him back to his old self by playing him at PF full time, but they might not be willing to risk that. The third problem is that Boston will likely have a high draft pick, and there is a fair amount of talent at the PF position in this draft. Right now they have the flexibility to take anyone, but getting a player as established as Smith makes it so drafting another PF would be less advantageous. Finally, it would require Dumars to admit that maybe instead of signing the guy he felt was the most talented player that he should have signed a slightly lesser player that fits better. I guess he could make an argument that there really wasn't as natural of a fit as Jeff Green available, so that last one might not be a problem.
Jan 23, 2014 • 12:21 pm
by JYD for Life
That trade would be huge…I just don't think that Boston would do it. Green is a perfect fit whether we have Monroe or Smith at the PF spot. He doesn't need 20 shots a game, plays D, can hit 3s and more importantly, FREE THROWS! He was 13-15 from the line the other night.
The Bogans contract is not guaranteed beyond this season, so he would be a decent option. I'd rather see them fill out that trade by bolstering the bench with veterans. Humphries, G.Wallace (terrible contract though) or even Brandon Bass would be good bigs off the bench.
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:51 am
by Steve K
From a statistical standpoint, Monroe for Beal is not far-fetched. If you care at all about PER, Monroe rates at a 19.4 for his career. Granted, he's down to 17.2 this year. But that's still far above Beal who's at 13.9 this season. Beal gives you great 3pt%, a handful of rebounds and assists.
Because Monroe plays for such a crap team with such a crap coach, our objectivity is skewed. People were a bit down on Beal last year too, for the same reason.
Bottom line is that Monroe may be more valuable than we realize.
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:59 am
by Huddy
Gortats per is 16 so how much more valuable is Monroe to them? From the Wizards stand point Beal is a great fit in their line up and moving him for another Center with similar production to their current Center is very questionable. Monroe is younger and a long term solution at Center than Gortat, but how far forward do they move if they solve their center issues and fall back considerably at SG for the future? Considering the possibility of acquiring Monroe in FA I don't see them moving such value when they can explore other options.
IMO the wizards would bring back bad value for Monroe, but Monroe being worth more doesn't mean teams will be giving up more. NBA trades, especially those that seek desperate like the current pistons situation, rarely have two winners.
Jan 21, 2014 • 10:01 am
by Jerrific
Agreed. Also, I don't think Monroe's stock is really hurt much from his play this season. It's obvious he still has the same game. His stats are hurting from playing next to Smith. GM's certainly see that.
Jan 21, 2014 • 7:58 pm
by frankie d
More valuable than who realizes?
Some of us think that -absent a grand theft return and haul for him – trading monroe would be the dumbest thing the team could ever do.
I keep asking the forum to name another team that has traded a similar young big and no one ever responds as it hardly ever happens and when it does, the young big is only moved for a king's ransom.
Some of the trade ideas are so ludicrously low – from detroit's perspective – that it is shocking.
And i fail to understand the infatuation with beal. The draft prospect beal was certainly impressive but he has vastly underachieved at the nba level. Go check out the wizards' forums and see what they have to say about a one dimensional volume shooter who isnt all that great a shooter. He is supposed to be a shooter but his shot % is horrible. His 3 point % is good, but are you going to trade a big like monroe for a 3 and d wing who plays very shaky defense? The league has lots of guys – anthony morrow, anyone? – with better 3 point %'s.
So far beal is a streaky 3 point shooter who cant handle the ball, cant get to the rim because his legs seem shot and plays marginal defense. Who knows…he is young and might develop but so far it isnt looking too good.
And he certainly isnt playing well enough to be the centerpiece in a trade for one of the best young big men in the league.
Jan 21, 2014 • 9:53 am
by JVS
Beal has more value than an about to be maxed Monroe, but i'd throw in KCP to make it happen. Washington can play Webster with Porter, and have KCP as a backup/insurance policy, we get our shooter, and then all we need to do is tell Josh to not shoot outside of 10ft, and Jennings to shoot about 50% less
Jan 21, 2014 • 10:18 am
by Jerrific
Beal is a really good three point shooter, and a solid defender, but if the Pistons offered me Monroe straight up for Beal, I would jump on it in a heartbeat. He shoots forty percent from the field while maintaining almost almost forty five percent from the three. He might drop the long bomb, but he's an absolute liability on offense otherwise. What else does he bring to the table besides that? Monroe is bad defensively, but he brings a lot of other traits to the table. He is a great rebounder, some what efficient post scorer, and fantastic at gathering assists and steals for a player in at his position. Monroe's defensive woes are amplified by how bad the Cheek's defensive philosophy (can we even call it that?) is. His deficiencies could be hidden on a good defensive team with a solid game plan. As someone already mentioned, Monroe's PER, we'll go by this years 17 (even though it would be higher if he weren't playing next to the black hole Smennings), is pretty telling. It clearly paints a picture of someone who brings more to the table than Beal with his 14 PER.
There really aren't any good player-for-player swaps out there for the Pistons. Most of the wings I see as being comparable in production are on teams that are playoff bound and pretty set with their bigs. I think their best bet is to try to get a lesser player who fills a need and a lottery pick, which could yield an even better player down the line.
Jan 21, 2014 • 5:56 pm
by oats
Beal can run the court, he can shoot the 3, and he can defend either guard spot. He's also a solid passer. Beal has 2 real problems on offense. They ask him to score more than he is really ready to, and that's forced him into taking too many mid range jump shots. His efficiency would jump up considerably if they allowed him to focus on just shooting 3s and finishing in fast break situations. He's also really bad at getting to the line. Some of that is that he is a jump shooter, but some of it is that he's a young guy. He can learn to get better at drawing fouls while shooting like a Ray Allen or Reggie Miller, and as he gets older he'll start getting the benefit of the doubt more from the refs. His problems are pretty correctable. This is where I should remind you that Beal is 20 years old, a good 3 years younger than Monroe. That leaves with more room for growth. The defense thing I mentioned earlier is also huge as it allows Washington to hide Wall on the weaker offensive player. Wall gets steals, but he is still not a good defender. Meanwhile Monroe is a bad defender, and that counters some of the good he does on offense.
Last but certainly not least is the contract. Beal's got 2 more years on the rookie deal, but Monroe's going to get paid next year. That extra time of before his pay day is extremely valuable. What's more, they can offer Monroe a max deal in free agency and see if Detroit blinks. If Detroit does threaten to match but doesn't really want to then Washington will be negotiating a sign and trade from a position of power. That should give them a chance to get Monroe without giving up Beal, and that should be their priority. If they miss out then they will just take solace in the fact that they have the better 2 way player, the cheaper player, and the younger player.
Jan 21, 2014 • 10:58 pm
by Jerrific
He is a volume scorer that gets points because he jacks up a lot of inefficient shots. He doesn't do anything particularly well on scoring besides hitting the three, as is evident by his field goal percentage, and commits too many turnovers for a player whose primary role is to be a shooter. Sorry, I just don't see the appeal. His athleticism is good, but no where near elite, and the same can be said of his defense. His defensive rating is actually worse than last year, 105 to 108. Personally, I think this guy is like the second coming of OJ Mayo, but slightly better at defense. Maybe he puts it together, but most players who start their careers as inefficient chuckers stay inefficient chuckers. Perhaps the Pistons would go for him because he's a cheaper option and fills a need, but I would be shopping Monroe for a more efficient player with less ceiling and a lottery pick in this years draft over Beal. The last thing this team needs is more inefficient scorers with high usage ratings.
Jan 22, 2014 • 1:31 am
by oats
Would I rather get a lottery pick as well as an efficient shooter for Monroe? You bet I would. Do I think there is anyone offering that? Nope. Teams have been really stingy with trading away first round picks, and this draft is deep enough that I don't know if Monroe could fetch any lottery pick straight up when there is also the perception that Detroit needs to move him because things aren't working. That's a problem.
I actually agree that this team doesn't need another high volume and low efficiency scorer. Beal's actually average efficiency which is better than what they currently have from their high volume scorers, but that's not why I'd be interested. I think that if he was on a team with a couple other options he would take on a lesser role. I think you are confusing what Washington needs him to do with what Beal wants to do. Ariza, Webster, and Nene are all at or darn close to their career highs in shot attempts. Gortat only took more shots than this once, and that was with Nash as his PG on the 8th fastest paced team in the league. Those guys are all pretty much tapped out, and they need Beal to take shots because none of those guys can create a shot for themselves. Beal meanwhile has often had to be the primary ball handler while Wall is out. They ask him to create his own shot pretty often, which isn't really a good thing for a guy that isn't good at getting to the hoop just yet. There is a lot of evidence that trying to do too much hurts efficiency, and I think that's what has been happening so far for Beal. Maybe you are right and he mistakenly thinks it's a good idea to force long 2s, something he does far too often. I'd be willing to gamble on a 20 year old kid flourishing in a reduced role.
By the way, fewer than 2 turnovers a game for a guy that has that high of a usage rate is pretty darn good. I also have to say that individual defensive rating is a weird stat. It just looks at team defensive rating and adjusts based on how many stops a guy accounts for. The Wizards are a bit worse defensively this year, and that's pretty much the entire change. The rest of it is variation far too small to be actually meaningful. So that 3 point swing in defensive rating is just normal variation.
Jan 21, 2014 • 10:27 am
by freeparty
monroe, stuckey and cv
carmelo and shumpert
money works, and nyk need to get rid of melo to score king james. melo is a champion. Pistons need champions, otherwise, pistons remain losers.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:11 am
by @GPMasters
If Pistons are losers NOW, and they then trade for Melo they become even BIGGER losers when he walks at the end of the season. Try again son
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:33 am
by @GPMasters
Agreed, it's an utterly outrageous notion. Although Melo did look pretty fed up last night as the Nets ran riot.
I'd like to see him walk out on them to be fair.
Jan 21, 2014 • 6:00 pm
by oats
They have to think he is far more likely to stay put than to leave though. He wants to play in a big market, and the Knicks can offer him more money than anyone else.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:00 pm
by Jerrific
That's complete speculation either way, only Melo knows what he's thinking in regards to next season.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:35 am
by Windy
Beal/Ariza/2nd Pick for Monroe/Stuckey would basically be a win-win trade…Beal has value of course but big men that are 23 and score 15-9-3 a game are hard to come by as well…with the likes of Waiters, Shumpert being floated around I'm sure the Wiz could fill the SG role left behind in Beal leaving…a throw in of Stuckey who could easily play SG for this year for them and may even resign considering he played for Washington State in college, they still have Webster as an insurance policy…Washington has to resign Monroe at the end of the year yes but they will have the money to do so, what's the problem?
As a piston fan adding some shooting is so important, Beal and Ariza would bring that…a starting lineup of Jennings, Beal, Ariza, Smith and Dre sounds a lot better than this mess we have…we improve in nearly all facets of the game…
Porter is out if the question unless we make a three team trade where we get Porter/Ariza/Afflalo back in return…I would rather have Porter than nothing or signing Monroe to a max deal…if Monroe is announced as possibly trade bait I'm sure they can fetch a better return than Otto Porter
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:51 am
by Huddy
"considering he played for Washington State in college" he played for Eastern Washington, which like Washington State University is about as far away from Washington D.C. where the Wizards are located as possible within the United States.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:03 pm
by Jerrific
Wait, now we're giving up Monroe AND Stuckey for Beal? Come on now, we would be giving up the best player in that trade already, why are people so high on him?
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:26 pm
by Vic
Smith & CV
for Nene & Porter
Wizards get another athlete PF better than Vesely and Nene
Plus they get that pick & pop 4 Wall wants in CV.
Wall can get Smith buckets on the break and CV buckets in the halfcourt.
Pistons lose their cancers and get an SF that was injured and hasn't had a chance to flourish.
Jan 21, 2014 • 2:30 pm
by Vic
This trade shows that Dumars is not an idiot, dedicates him to high IQ players… instead of trading Monroe and doubling down on chuck city basketball.
You do help Washington out but you keep Monroe, which is smart if you can put defenders and shooters around him.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:05 pm
by Jerrific
The problem with this scenario is that Dumars would have to not be an idiot and be dedicated to high IQ players. Every single move he's made in recent history says otherwise (about the high IQ players, the idiot part is just my opinion).
Jan 21, 2014 • 6:06 pm
by oats
Are you actually pretending like CV has any value at all on the court?
Jan 21, 2014 • 3:30 pm
by microjfox
Beal is out of the question keep dreaming. Trading for Melo would be the worst possible thing for this team and the next 5 teams.
Jan 21, 2014 • 4:18 pm
by Leon
Seriously nobody here seems to be thinking straight. The problem with Monroe is he's a much better center than he is a power forward. Centers aren't usually all that athletic unless you are a Drummond,Jordan, and Howard. So the main problem is playing these guys out of position. The same thing with Smith who's a much better power forward than small forward. Tell me say we trade Monroe who's are backup or actually more reliable center now? We need a trade but unless we can get Lebron or KD for Monroe we need to worry about trading someone else like our expiring contracts. Plus for those of you who want to trade Smith dont you think he's a better power forward than Monroe. He's more agile so why trade him?
Jan 21, 2014 • 6:08 pm
by Parsons
We can only play 1 center and 1 Power Forward at a time. Do you really want to pay a man 14 million to play 22 minutes a game? Thats what your looking at if Monroe stays. I don't think anyone would dispute the fact that Monroe is a terrible Power Forward and Smith sucks at Small Forward but unless you want Drummond on the bench playing 18 minutes than thats our only option. We have Smith, Monroe, and Drummond who all only play well at one position so we have to force 2 out of position or put one on the bench.
"Tell me say we trade Monroe who's are backup or actually more reliable center now?"
Drummond's our most reliable center now and after Monroe leaves. Who cares who the backup center is? Harrilson can man that or just sign one or include one in the Monroe trade. I agree Smith is a better PF and Drummond the better Center so thats why Monroe becomes the trade chip. He's valuable and we're a mess.
Jan 21, 2014 • 6:21 pm
by oats
Ok, first of all, why be more worried about a backup center than a starting player on the wing? That's silly. Smith is an awful SF, and just moving him out of that position alone represents an upgrade. That is almost certainly enough to make up for the drop off in backup centers. Also, I wouldn't mind just giving Harrelson more minutes. That's not a great long term answer for the backup center, but I could live with him playing 10-15 minutes a game. I'd lean towards the low end, and have Smith play a few minutes as a small ball center. I'd then be giving a few minutes to JJ at the backup power forward spot. Eventually you'd want to get a real 3rd big man, but getting starters on the perimeter should be the priority.
Secondly, I'm not convinced Smith is a better PF. He's clearly a way better defender, but his tendency to miss tons of shots makes him a much worse offensive player. I think Smith is probably a little bit better right this second, but it is pretty close. Yet I'm not thinking only of right this second. This team won't be likely to contend until Drummond begins to enter his peak, which is easily 4 years away. Monroe will be in his prime then and Smith will be in his 30s. Given how predicated his game is on athleticism, Smith is a guy that could decline pretty rapidly. So I think I would rather have Monroe for the long haul.
I personally am open to trading either guy. Monroe has more long term value in my opinion, but that means he also has more trade value.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:12 pm
by Jerrific
I'm with you when it comes to Smith vs Monroe, with Monroe getting the edge due to age and this teams apparent window. I just don't think Smith's contract will be easy to move and I question what we could get in return for him.
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:17 pm
by Jerrific
We've hardly seen enough of that to draw any conclusions. Monroe doesn't fit with Drummond while Smith playing SF, that much is obvious. Monroe's deficiencies are amplified by how bad our team defense, and the perimeter defense of Smith and Jennings, has been. His offense is stunted because we have low IQ players like Smith and Jennings chucking up a ton of bad shots and not feeding our most efficient scorer. Who's to say he wouldn't fit better with an actual SF that could spread the floor and play perimeter defense, and a point guard who knew how to be a point guard?
Jan 21, 2014 • 11:59 pm
by The Microwave
This may be a dream but.. How about Joe 'trading' Cheeks for Karl? Imagine if we had a guy running the show that knows how to utilize young talent. I would love to see Smith at the 4 exclusively. Except when we play the Heat in the playoffs. Then let him play the 3. Having a steady rotation of Smith, Andre, and Moose manning the front court and funneling the offense through them would be hard for just about any team to stop. Why does Joe sit back and watch Cheeks sabotage the season (and maybe Joe D's Job)? I JUST DONT GET WHY JOE WON'T stop this madness!
Jan 22, 2014 • 1:22 am
by Smitty
YESS!! Why is he just sitting around. I guess we are not tanking so wtf is going on? Is the plan to finish 9th in the East and lose our pick?
Jan 22, 2014 • 12:32 am
by JYD for Life
Totally agree with keeping Monroe…but since it appears there are not many takers lining up for Josh Smith, the options are limited. If he goes, they have to take another bad contract back.
1. Why would we trade for Ariza in any deal? He's going to be an unrestricted free agent this summer. Also without a need for Monroe right now, Washington most likely wouldn't give up Beal or Porter this season. When Gortat's deal expires this summer, they would likely make a run at Monroe.
2. Boston is possibly the best trading partner. There are a few scenarios that work well for both teams:
a. Trade Monroe/CV/Stuckey for Gerald Wallace/Green/Joel Anthony and a 1st round pick. Anthony has to be moved in a separate deal because he can not be packaged in a trade until the summer, but split the deal up and it still works. We take on 22M in salary and Boston takes around 20M. I love this because it gets us into the playoffs this year and back into the draft (new PG, anyone?), solidifies the bench and gives us a crazy athletic starting 5.
B. Trade Smith/CV for Wallace/Green/Bass – Ainge might look at it as viable because smith at 14M for 3 more years is a better value than Wallace at 10M per for two years. This allows us to keep Monroe, fetches a SF and solidifies the bench. The only problem is a lack of financial flexibility because of the Wallace contract. Bass has one more year after this and Green has two.
I really like Jeff Green as our fourth best player…he's been underwhelming his entire career, but his per 36 minute stats are consistent. He was expected to do too much in Boston this year. Humphries would be solid for a playoff run this year, but at 12 mil, it's hard to work him into deals if you're taking Wallace and GreEn.
Taking on deals like Eric Gordon would only make sense if you can unload Smith's contract. He's so small, the backcourt would easily be the most feeble in the league.
Thw other thing to keep an eye on is a 3-way deal…Ainge having pulled off two already, don't be surprised if Boston, Washington and Detroit figure something out. Though hard to believe Joe would help a Washington team we are battling for position with.
Jan 22, 2014 • 12:35 am
by JYD for Life
I agree with @hate cheeks – Porter is ok, but definitely not worth Monroe.
One of our biggest problems is defense…adding a timid guy who is inexperienced does not help things.
Jan 22, 2014 • 1:20 am
by Smitty
Why not Rondo for Jennings and Monroe? Maybe Detroit gets Olynyk to replace Monroe. So if we have to take wallace you get Rondo Wallace Olynyk, Green for Monroe Jennings Jerebko and Charlie V and Datome.
Jan 22, 2014 • 1:53 am
by Jodi aka "The Guru"
I hope you guys like Beal, Rice JR, and Nene…Say bye to Monroe, Stuckey, and Jerebko…
Jan 22, 2014 • 2:38 am
by Jodi aka "The Guru"
I was just talking sh#t…I just finished playing 2k14 and traded Monroe, Stuckey, and Jonas for Beal, Nene, and Rice…We played pretty good…I'm slowly opening to the idea of trading Monroe…Very slowly!..
Jan 22, 2014 • 11:24 am
by ITS OFFICIAL I HATE CHEEKS
I'd take Glen Rice Jr over Porter….i wonder how many of you have seen porter play? I felt like he was a mixture of hype and being a good college player…and that game against the cuses…but overall he just didn't impress me in college…
Jan 22, 2014 • 12:42 pm
by oats
I always take lottery picks who have done nothing over second round picks that have done nothing. In fact, Rice has arguably been worse in the minutes he's gotten. He's shooting .297 so far. He only needs to go 4 of 10 to catch Porter, but he has been a really awful shooter so far. At least Porter has the excuse of playing hurt all year. Rice hasn't played since suffering his injury, so it doesn't explain how poorly he's played. Oh, and Porter's 3 years younger. Taking Rice over Porter is kind of crazy.
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Meadows Field Airport, Bakersfield, CA
Epic is located off taxi way A1 (way down at the end and in the back) off of 30R.
Dog friendly and the staff is very helpful.
They will charge a $20 ramp fee if you park for over an hour. The ramp fee is waived if you buy fuel and their prices are great.
The terminal building is very nice and very clean.
Cindy Smith