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The closer we get to science, the further we get from God?I mean seriously, whats not to love about a smartphone.
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The closer we get to science, the further we get from God?I mean seriously, whats not to love about a smartphone.
That would answer some questions that have been pending for 2000 years or more...Doesn't HE have an app yet?
....or find someone to do it for you!
Bit slow in posting that, I fear!
That works for me. How about a new app "Butlers on Camino" ?
The closer we get to science, the further we get from God?
I disagree, fundamentally with your proposition.
I think "The Closer we get to science, the closer we get to God"
My smartphone arrived yesterday and I'm very excited!!
I'm the total opposite to some in that I've refused to join the 21st century... much to the annoyance of friends and family I didn't have a mobile! (well I had the cheapest pay as you go from Leclerc and never charged it). But my forthcoming walk changed my mind for me and I think it's also given my family a little peace of mind.
I decided that my smartphone can be
I dont think it will detract from my experience at all... I just think it will make life a little easier and my pack a little lighter.
- my camera/video recorder
- my guide books
- my music
- my reading book
- my tourist information
- my map
- my link to home (and this forum)
- I can scan and copy all my important medical records and other important documents and have access to them
- I have a phone book
- an address book
- Michel Thomas loaded to help me improve my Spanish (and even my French)
- I've found a very clever app that translates text for me
- GPS - not to show me the way but to show where I've been
- It also gives me access to my blog/journal - which I will update when I have a moment
- it's a tool that allows me to store information and ph0tos online so they are safe even if I lose/break the phone
- all of this and it fits in my pocket!!
So... If any one has any great apps that they think I could use please let me know... I've got Wise Pilgrim and Mapmywalk... or if you've got any useful tips that would also be very welcome!
Did you order your smartphone from GSM nation?
I agree. One's friends should have the good sense to only call when one is at a bar or in the evening.Noticed people receiving calls while walking which I initially thought was unusual.
I have used my smart phone several times on this camino and it has proved invaluable.
Google maps when I am not quite sure and need to find a street.
Booking.com app to take me to my accommodation at certain stops.
My Spanish translation app when I need to order something and ask a question.
And most importantly to be able to login to this forum to pull information or record my day on the camino.
My husband got it... I think he may have got it from ebay but I'm not sure... sorry
My suggestions (in addition to those you have listed) :
(1) 1Password or something similar to store all secure information like passwords, PIN numbers, credit card details,
(2) Your bank probably has an app for online banking and paying bills; mine even enables withdrawals from EFTPOS machines
(3) Converter (currency conversions, also weights and measures, clothes sizes etc)
(4) Field Guide to identify flora - I use a couple of different ones.
We have just invested in a Power Monkey explorer - (LINKY) - the battery is not huge (2200mAh) - about the same as a full charge on the mobile phone, but as it has a solar recharger, so we can keep topping up all day if needs be, and should not need to find a power socket.
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Electronic Fund Transfer at Point Of Sale
By which it means when paying your bill in a shop/hotel/bar etc you can use your (generally a debit) card, punch in your PIN, and the money is immediately debited from your account (if there are sufficient funds!).
In addition to paying your bill some establishments allow you to do what, in Britain, is called a "cash back" i.e. you have settled your bill and they will ask if you would like cash in hand - the total of both transactions is, of course, immediately taken out of your bank account.
Dutch,And this is special? Or new? Ive been able to do all this for years already. Next up...paying with....yes....your Sssmartphone instead of bankcard in a store cant wait for that to be possible on the camino
I don't think the bankcard has to actually 'touch' the PIN machine - just waving it in the vicinity of seems to work. Also, my understanding is that there are 'readers' that can scan info off of bank cards even if they are just in the vicinity of. Unscrupulous persons can conceal these devices in a purse / briefcase, etc. and can read this info by just walking by. Since I heard of this technique, I keep all my bank cards in a protective sleeve. Whether these protective sleeves actually work I don't know, but I haven't heard otherwise.Latest thing is paying with bankcard by just touching my bankcard against the pinmachine in a store. Even works with card in wallet. Just let the wallet touch the machine, done...payed.
Your right, hahahaAnd I thought Holland was only a part of the Netherlands !! (only teasing!)
I don't think the bankcard has to actually 'touch' the PIN machine - just waving it in the vicinity of seems to work. Also, my understanding is that there are 'readers' that can scan info off of bank cards even if they are just in the vicinity of. Unscrupulous persons can conceal these devices in a purse / briefcase, etc. and can read this info by just walking by. Since I heard of this technique, I keep all my bank cards in a protective sleeve. Whether these protective sleeves actually work I don't know, but I haven't heard otherwise.
I don't think the bankcard has to actually 'touch' the PIN machine - just waving it in the vicinity of seems to work. Also, my understanding is that there are 'readers' that can scan info off of bank cards even if they are just in the vicinity of. Unscrupulous persons can conceal these devices in a purse / briefcase, etc. and can read this info by just walking by. Since I heard of this technique, I keep all my bank cards in a protective sleeve. Whether these protective sleeves actually work I don't know, but I haven't heard otherwise.
My smartphone arrived yesterday and I'm very excited!!
I'm the total opposite to some in that I've refused to join the 21st century... much to the annoyance of friends and family I didn't have a mobile! (well I had the cheapest pay as you go from Leclerc and never charged it). But my forthcoming walk changed my mind for me and I think it's also given my family a little peace of mind.
I decided that my smartphone can be
I dont think it will detract from my experience at all... I just think it will make life a little easier and my pack a little lighter.
- my camera/video recorder
- my guide books
- my music
- my reading book
- my tourist information
- my map
- my link to home (and this forum)
- I can scan and copy all my important medical records and other important documents and have access to them
- I have a phone book
- an address book
- Michel Thomas loaded to help me improve my Spanish (and even my French)
- I've found a very clever app that translates text for me
- GPS - not to show me the way but to show where I've been
- It also gives me access to my blog/journal - which I will update when I have a moment
- it's a tool that allows me to store information and ph0tos online so they are safe even if I lose/break the phone
- all of this and it fits in my pocket!!
So... If any one has any great apps that they think I could use please let me know... I've got Wise Pilgrim and Mapmywalk... or if you've got any useful tips that would also be very welcome!
Smartphones are the best thing since sliced bread, imho.The accomplishment of reaching Santiago is equal to all peregrinos.
Smartphones are the best thing since sliced bread, imho.
I agree completely Marianne about how good smartphones are however i'm not sure how they are required on the camino.
Earplug, headlights, fitted sheets and lots more aren't required on the camino, but they sure come in handy sometimes, just like a smartphone. If "required" was the camino criteria, we would all walk around with daypacks.
i got roped into this Dutch by people stating a phone was useful as a GPS.
You know and i know mate you do not need a GPS or for that matter if walking between July and September ....a map.
Follow the arrows or the early risers.
Don't really see the point you're trying to make, Thornley.I agree completely Marianne about how good smartphones are however i'm not sure how they are required on the camino.
I maybe saying too much about them but i can assure you a very , very , very close friend of mine here in Melbourne has the big banks in China plus two here in Australia using his system within phones for payments........ the same as Amex or Visa cards.
His system is already being used in China by over ***10 times the Australian population........... yes over 220 million people.
The owner presses a number on his phone and the amount he owes for the transaction is immediately transferred to the sellers bank account.
His bank details are on his phone.......and very secure.
In China the new housing estates have no shopping centres just deliveries.
Can you picture all those millions using the phone a few times a day and my friend maybe just getting a CENT , maybe more ........its plenty.....believe me.
And this will be available very soon in all countries.
I have been around this Payment Networks and smartphones for a while now...........however mate when i go on the camino's in either France or Spain i have great pleasure in getting back to the old ways and just discovering this area and taking our time.
Follow the arrows , they are everywhere and the path is wider than Bourke Street
Book a few days in advance and have an open mind on where to stay and i'm not referring to albergues ....past their use by date for this ageing couple. Only have the MMDD and get the couple cooking the meals in the pensions or hotels to phone ahead for the coming days after asking their advice. Leave the rest to nature and the elements.
I'm not against them , just see no need............could they become more important than maybe what you are trying to achieve by going on the camino??