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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   I think native apps will continue to have significant advantages over the time frame you mentioned. The biggest reason is the following: Steps to open the Facebook web app- 1) Click on browser 2) Type in Facebook.com 3) Sign in Steps to ope
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   I love YC's loyalty with their own companies, but in this case I hope they upload this year's videos to YouTube.
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   "..the extremely costly Motorola acquisition was directly linked to Google's decision to launch Android as a major business venture." That is blatantly false. How did this make it past editing?
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   ? Android usually has features long before iOS.
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   Jurassic Park - Michael Crichton Really, anything by Michael Crichton.
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   I don't think Microsoft would lose the antitrust case in today's times FWIW. But back when the case was being determined, the internet was incredibly slow and downloading large files like web browsers was pretty painful (both in time and th
7. 67.▲
   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   You can search for a location on MapQuest.com. Are you suggesting Google should be forced to display competitor APIs in their search results?
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   by hiddenstage 14y ago

   Downloading browsers on dialup internet wasn't fun.
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   Ask HN: What calendar app(s) do you use?

   6 points by hiddenstage 14y ago|5 comments
10. 70.▲
    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    I never understood the FTC's position on this anti-competitive case. Google is promoting their own services on their own website.. how is that anti-competitive? They should be able to make their products the number one result of every sear
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    How does Amazon deal with eBooks any differently than any other eBook seller?
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    I have a Galaxy Nexus. It is not too wide to operate with just one hand for me.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Obama is very well in touch with the tech generation. He was the first presidential candidate to really put social media to use and his recent AMA on Reddit shows he is still able to relate. The JOBS Act didn't hurt, either.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    I bought one and just recently sold my iPad. Everyone I know who has one loves it and everyone who comes over and uses mine now wants one.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    The entire iOS UI is an app picker. If you want an app picker in Android, click the menu button. If you want more than that, buy an Android.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Would sketches/rough drafts/db designs/etc. count as a demo? Not sure if it would even be worth posting if you guys don't care about that stuff.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    PG, in the question asking if founders are available to move to the Bay Area, you still have June through August rather than January through March.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Almost everyone I know who uses a tool for tracking their finances uses Mint. They do not have an API that I am aware of, however. It appears Yodlee may be something you'd be interested in.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    These are services that a lot of HN users use. Also, the discussion and cause of the down time could lead to good advice for members.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    For a company based around being convenient, they sure have been inconvenient as of late.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    A lot of acquisitions are funded via stock. I imagine YC owns a sizable amount of publically traded stock through acquisitions. My point though is that in 50 years, their minute percent ownership in Google they received via an acquisition c
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Would either of them have received an interview though?
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Dropbox and AirBnB may currently have the biggest valuations, but I imagine it would be difficult to say they are YC's biggest successes (both in financial and historical terms). If YC had funded Paypal, they would have made a nice return w
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    Twitter is evolving into a media conglomerate rather than a social tool. Too soon to tell which will be more valuable in the long run.
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    http://www.amazon.com/The-Launch-Pad-Combinator-Exclusive/dp...
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    I don't mind the self-deprecating humor, but it may put off others. Keeping the landing page professional and straight to the point may be to your benefit if you plan on selling your product in the future. If you plan on keeping it free and
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    After lurking for a few months, here are a few "consensus" issues that come to mind (again, this is just the majority of users - certainly not all): - Macbooks are the best laptops - iOS is preferred over Android (both in use and developmen
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    Ask PG: When will YC W13 applications be open?

    11 points by hiddenstage 14y ago|4 comments
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    This is a really cool idea. I could see some disruption in the online shopping industry via their Zappos-like model. I don't feel inclined to buy a polo, however. I care about comfort, brand, and fit - in that order. I have never had a p
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    by hiddenstage 14y ago

    http://www.amazon.com/Launch-Pad-Combinator-Exclusive-ebook/...