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I really like the idea, but putting "(works on all phones)" on your front page is kind of shady if the actual requirements are bluetooth and internet access and third-party app support. No phone I've ever owned has all those features.


Those features have been practically ubiquitous on GSM phones for about five years (except for the cheapest 3rd world models). That's as close to "all phones" as you can get.


Yes, most phones have internet access, but I strongly doubt most people have that included in their monthly plan - I know I don't.

So do I have to pay extra charges for that? How much data is being sent? Can I view stats on my phone? Can I tether my phone to my computer to look at stats?

I can't find any of these answers on their site. Which is frustrating, because this almost sounds like something that would interest me.


Then put a star next to "all phones" and add some fine print that bluetooth is a requirement, and app requirements. I'm guessing it's been written for java/symbian/iphone/blackberry? Also a good idea to write the phones tested on.

Not every phone has bluetooth and can run third-party apps, especially if you bought a cheap non-branded phone. Also, not every would know it's necessary for a device like this.

Even better, why not allow us to download the app now?


I have a prepaid phone, and it has one of three-- sort of. It's got a browser that opens occasionally when the phone's in my pocket and drains my minutes, but I wouldn't describe it as any sort of actual internet access.




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