[Imap-protocol] Fwd: iOS IMAP IDLE (Standard "Push Email") Deficiency, Explanation?

[Mark Crispin]

On Mon, 4 Oct 2010, John Snow wrote:

> I'm using the K9 client on my Sprint EVO.  AFAIK, K9 is the only android

> client that supports IDLE.  I have 3 accounts on my phone.  All have a

> constant IDLE connection.  I get easily 12-14 hours of battery life.  I

> plug it in when I get home, so that's plenty.


Of course, SPRINT would be using EV-DO or WiMax, not UMTS.


> (off topic)  Using the GPS is what kills my battery.  With constant GPS

> usage, I can kill a battery in 3 hours.


I wonder if it's the GPS usage or the map updating?

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