The statement here is that the article is a rumour, not fact. Apple might not even release a larger iPhone.
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Mockups of a 4.94-Inch 'iPhone Plus' Show Why a Larger iPhone Might Make Sense
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The statement here is that the article is a rumour, not fact. Apple might not even release a larger iPhone.
I've handled a Galaxy Note 2 and I thought it was too small. I ended up buying iPad mini. It's slightly too big, but much better than the way too small iPhone 3GS I had before.
Or they could just go 1280x720 on a 4.5" display. Shrinking the bezel slightly it won't have to be significantly larger than the iPhone 5, may still be one-handed usable for many people, keeps the same 326 dpi so UI guidelines are unchanged and existing Retina iPhone wafers can continue to be used just cut larger and gives them the "HD" moniker while also providing more usable screen space which simply keeping the same resolution and scaling up doesn't do.
All part of a very long product plan
Does anyone really think Apple is going to react to the competition? Since when have they done that. I've been using Apple products since 1986.
Yes you will see a larger phone. But that's not reactive, its part of their product roadmap.
So will larger iPad formats for wall mounted touch screens in the kitchen. Before you get your larger screen formats for the living room.
Does anyone really think Apple is going to react to the competition? Since when have they done that. I've been using Apple products since 1986.
Yes you will see a larger phone. But that's not reactive, its part of their product roadmap.
So will larger iPad formats for wall mounted touch screens in the kitchen. Before you get your larger screen formats for the living room.
sounds like a Smartphone isnt what u need tbh
thats the "problem" tho, its no longer just a phone, people use it for so much more. in fact i hate being on the phone, i hate being called and i hate calling. i dont even recall the last time i used my iphone to make an actual call ^^
I don't think Apple will increase the phone and keep the same resolution.
While that makes a Developers job easier many seem to be doing fine crafting Android apps which come in a myriad of resolutions.
I'm betting that we'll have someone uncover the "real" next resolution in the bowels of iOS 7 code and it will remain at 300+ PPI
While that makes a Developers job easier many seem to be doing fine crafting Android apps which come in a myriad of resolutions.
I'm betting that we'll have someone uncover the "real" next resolution in the bowels of iOS 7 code and it will remain at 300+ PPI
*sigh* unfortunately there aren't very many people who think intelligently like this on these forums....
Why people continue to think Apple is so reactionary is beyond me....Apple likely had this planned out AT LEAST 2 years ago....but I suppose, consumers want to wish/hope that these companies are as fickle and short sighted as they are.
I doubt Apple really will launch such a product but it'd be awesome if they did. It's obvious bigger smartphones are becoming more popular and they really are awesome. I'm sure Apple would do it properly and give it a decent PPI and it'd give them proper competition against the GS3 and Note 2. No matter what you think of Samsung you can't deny they're taking over the market something fierce.
I'd by an Apple Phablet. If the market truly wants big phones give them big phones. Steve's comment about telling customer's want they want is valid buy its also hyperbole. Certainly Apple listens to markets, trends and adapts.
An AppleTV screen
An AppleTV Appliance that utilizes Apps
More phones and continual tablet upgrades
...oh yeah and keep building Macs
An AppleTV screen
An AppleTV Appliance that utilizes Apps
More phones and continual tablet upgrades
...oh yeah and keep building Macs
A larger iPhone would sell like crazy! I for one would buy one in a hot second. I can see why some people like the smaller form factor, but they are certainly in the minority. I for one, hope this happens.
Well, yes. They're a business. They exist to make as much profit as possible. If the competition is making a lot of money selling big phones they will do the same. Just like how they jumped into the small tablet market because Android tablets were doing well there too.
Like or not Apple is threatened by Android. They didn't try and sue Android device makers into oblivion for nothing you know.
You mean there is no chance that Apple would introduce an iPad mini without a Retina display?
I agree, and actually, I think the more options we have as Apple buyers the better for us.
I'm fine with the iPhone 4 or 5 screen size. If they offer a little bit bigger, I'll think about it.
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Ha! Remember this gallery making fun of the size of the Galaxy Note?
I really hope they don't make a 5" iPhone. I wouldn't mind a slightly larger 4.3" one though.
I really hope they don't make a 5" iPhone. I wouldn't mind a slightly larger 4.3" one though.
