Cell Phones and Services for Java Developers?

Posted by Cliff on Monday October 21, 2002 @09:43PM from the for-those-who-can't-get-enough-caffeine dept.

Xi asks: "My cell phone recently died, forcing me to start looking for another cell/provider. I want one which will allow me to do some simple client/server Java programming but I'm perplexed by the array of choices. Some providers let you pay to download Java apps but do they let you create your own? Several providers can utilize phones on which Java runs but do they have to host some sort of software on their side? For instance can I use a Java enabled phone with T-mobile? Nokia, Nextel, Motorola (who shipped a Developer's CD with my October copy of Java Developers Journal) and its recent acquisition, AT&T, Sprint (new pricing), and others are all claiming Java this and Java that but what am I really 'getting' and what are fellow Slashdot-reading Java developers really using?"

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What? by kzadot · 2002-10-21 21:56 · Score: 0, Offtopic

Why would you want Java on a phone? Its already a pain in the ass that so many websites require it. If you really want to learn java I suggest doing it on a pc. If you really want a flash trendy cell phone, get one of those ones with color screens and cameras that let you send pics and sounds to your mates.