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#223 of 636 Why no Sync? by phill1

Mar 08, 2010 (2:51 pm)

Well, I don`t need a Nav/mp3/internet access/nor do I feel the need to tweet/chirp/facebook/youtube/or myspace while I`m driving. I only listen to NPR radio most of the time an once in a while throw in a favorite cd now and then. Im not into social networking, I`m into AARP! I`d wait for the new 2012 Escort but I like the B segment size better. Currently driving a 2006 Kia Rio5 hatchback an love it. Its 4 years old and got 53K and its time for a new vehicle. Like the style/mpg of the Fiesta and the only thing its missing is DRL...Daytime running lights which the dealer will activate for me on delivery. Its something they got to do with the Ford IDS computer and the SJB Smart Junction Box. Cars in Canada have them by law. Most vehicles both domestic and import have them in USA too but Ford and Chrysler refuse to spend the few extra pennies for US bound cars.

#224 of 636 Fiesta Color and Interior Choice by phill1

Mar 08, 2010 (2:55 pm)

I opted for the Candy Red Metallic ($180) extra and went with the SE Cloth interior in Light Stone/Charcoal. I too like the lighter interior with the 2-tone look. My Kia Rio5 has the all black interior and I`m tired of that plus it shows too much of my 2 Golden Retriever`s shedding dog hair!

#225 of 636 Fiesta Power Moon Roof only $695! by phill1

Mar 08, 2010 (2:59 pm)

I live in South Florida and although its too hot in the summer months to enjoy the glass moon roof, the car looks so much better IMO with the look of a Moon Roof plus the price is a steal! Fall, winter and spring, its nice to push the button and open it up. Like a make believe convertible without the rattles and leaks.

#226 of 636 Re: Why no Sync? [phill1] by akirby

Mar 08, 2010 (6:45 pm)

Replying to: phill1 (Mar 08, 2010 2:51 pm)
Sync has NOTHING to do with tweets or facebook - not sure where you got that idea. It lets you listen to music from a mp3 player or a usb flash drive and it gives you bluetooth hands free access to your cell phone. It also gives you vehicle health reports and will call 911 for you in an accident.
 
There are many things that you can do with Sync besides listen to mp3s. Not that there is anything wrong with not getting it if you don't want it.

#227 of 636 Re: Why no Sync? [akirby] by lilengineerboy

Mar 08, 2010 (7:31 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Mar 08, 2010 6:45 pm)
Sync has NOTHING to do with tweets or facebook - not sure where you got that idea. It lets you listen to music from a mp3 player or a usb flash drive and it gives you bluetooth hands free access to your cell phone. It also gives you vehicle health reports and will call 911 for you in an accident.
  
There are many things that you can do with Sync besides listen to mp3s. Not that there is anything wrong with not getting it if you don't want it.
 
Until you want to replace it...I wouldn't buy a used F/L/M without SYNC. Knowing that an airbag deployment will call 911 and that I can keep my entire music library in my car with me at all times and access it with a voice command, that is too much to pass on.

#228 of 636 What`s a mp3 player or a usb flash drive? by phill1

Mar 08, 2010 (7:40 pm)

I guess its hard for some folks that aren`t old enough to remember The Door`s , The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, or the Vietnam War, but some of the rest of us aging Dinosaurs don`t know about and more importantly, don`t care about all that technology. Sync will voice activate and diagnose an engine malfunction. I assume the vehicle comes with a check engine light for the mechanic at the dealership to diagnose the malfunction. As for the 911 function...like ON Star? I usually carry my cell phone and hope I`ll be able to dial 911 for help. Anyone ever here the saying....Keep it Simple? Quess not if you were born after 1965. Handsfree chatting while driving is (still) a distraction. Unless your a doctor or funeral director getting an urgent call, talking while driving should not happen. And even with those professions, just pull over to a safe spot, park the damn car, and place or resume your call. The trouble with most people today blabbing loudly in public places with bad boorish behavior is that they are not old enough to remember when Phone Booths had (doors) and a persons phone conversation was supposed to be private, unfortunately...not anymore. I hope Ford doesn`t cancel my Fiesta order because I don`t fit the (hip) profile that this vehicle is actually targeted for....lol.

#229 of 636 Re: What`s a mp3 player or a usb flash drive? [phill1] by akirby

Mar 09, 2010 (7:45 am)

Replying to: phill1 (Mar 08, 2010 7:40 pm)
But what if you're incapable of dialing 911 after the accident? That's where Sync does it for you and even announces your location if you can't speak. And it does it with YOUR phone.
 
You can also use it to listen to audiobooks or podcasts (NPR has a lot of content out there). It's not just music.
 
Maybe you'd be more comfortable in a nice Grand Marquis? (j/k)

#230 of 636 Re: What`s a mp3 player or a usb flash drive? [akirby] by iamz

Mar 09, 2010 (8:26 am)

Replying to: akirby (Mar 09, 2010 7:45 am)
I think you might be worrying too much about things that statistically are likely to never occur during a typical lifespan.

#231 of 636 Re: What`s a mp3 player or a usb flash drive? [iamz] by akirby

Mar 09, 2010 (8:32 am)

Replying to: iamz (Mar 09, 2010 8:26 am)
Who said I was worrying? It's a free feature that comes with Sync. I was just pointing out that there are scenarios where it's useful, however rare it might be. Of course if it happens to you then it doesn't matter how rare it is.

#232 of 636 Re: What`s a mp3 player or a usb flash drive? [iamz] by colloquor

Mar 09, 2010 (9:55 am)

Replying to: iamz (Mar 09, 2010 8:26 am)
You have to remember iamz, the current generation can't live without their cellphone and iPod. Taking away either will create major withdrawal symptoms!

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