Re: [HS] Re: HandyShopper replacement for iPad

A. F. Cano wrote:

>On Fri, Nov 04, 2011 at 04:58:45PM -0700, Greg Gaub wrote:
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>>   Greg Gaub wrote:
>>   http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/handyshopper/database?method=reportRows&tbl=30
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>>I've gone to the link provided and been presented with a yahoo login
>>screen.  I didn't want to add anything as I have no idea what else is
>>out there - I'm still happily using HS on a palm Vx.  I just wanted to
>>check it, but apparently even for reading you need to log in.  Maybe
>>that's why the database is still empty.  I presume you're aware of this.
>>As a matter of principle I don't register (create a user name) with web
>>sites unless I absolutely have to.
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Thanks, Augustine! In fact, I did NOT know that.  I went and checked to 
see what options are available, and it seems that Yahoo doesn't think 
the public should be able to even view a database.
I can make it more restricted, but not less. So, as you discovered, even 
viewing the database requires a Yahoo Groups membership.

Fortunately, most people do already have a Yahoo Groups membership, and 
can login to view the database, add records, and whatnot.

Due to this limitation, I'm open to suggestions. The end goal is an 
evolving resource that people can be directed to when they are seeking 
HS-like apps for their non-HS compatible devices.

For the time being, I will do the following:
1) add records to the database for anyone who requests me to do so. 
Please send your request privately to [email protected]
2) copy the database contents periodically to the HS-Wiki and/or the HS 
group description and welcome messages.

As I don't use any alternatives, and have no interest in seeking them 
out at this time, I'm relying on all the helpful people who are already 
using HS-like apps on their new devices to supply this information.

Sorry that Yahoo sucks, but I'm trying.
-Greg