As WatchTheThrone posted below, the S releases aren't about new. They're about stability. I imagine some of the paint scuffing and other problems will be resolved in the 5S release.
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As WatchTheThrone posted below, the S releases aren't about new. They're about stability. I imagine some of the paint scuffing and other problems will be resolved in the 5S release.
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What??? Were you (PoorImpulseCtrl) meaning to reply to someone else's post but slugged mine in instead? I said nothing about paint scuffing. My posts aren't even about the iPhone (I'm talking about the need for Apple to roll out something new... that is not a new version of an iPod, iPhone, iPad or Mac).
As much as people complained about a new cable format with the new iphone, you'd think they'd cheer something being one step closer to not requiring a cable.
The discussions I have seen about wireless charging suggest that lining the phone up in the wireless charging cradle is more hassle than the easily plugged in (because both sides are equivalent) Lightning connector.
For example, here is AnandTech's take on wirelessly charging a Nexus 4:
When wireless charging requires carefully laying down the device in a particular place at a particular angle, it's not at all clear what the value is as compared to a Lightning connector.
(Compare this with wireless synching which genuinely DOES have the advantages you'd expect from wireless --- it just works when your phone is somewhere in your house, without requiring that the phone be placed somewhere specific at a specific angle.)
Thanks Apple
Apple releasing a 5S is great thing for those who upgraded there 2 year contract with the iPhone 5! because when the ip6 comes out, our 2 year contracts will be up for the ip6. and since the 5s will be the same look as the 5, it wont be a big loss for us who just upgraded. this is just my theory and it all works great for me and I'm guessing some of you, so thanks apple!
Apple releasing a 5S is great thing for those who upgraded there 2 year contract with the iPhone 5! because when the ip6 comes out, our 2 year contracts will be up for the ip6. and since the 5s will be the same look as the 5, it wont be a big loss for us who just upgraded. this is just my theory and it all works great for me and I'm guessing some of you, so thanks apple!
I'm still on my iPhone 4. I'm ready to upgrade in September 2014. Only a year and a bit away.
ohh great another speed bump to run the same apps that still run on the 3 year old devices also...lool and more speed to run the same boring IOS UI that has no cool effects at all not even scrolling wall papers...lol sad
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especially since the all do the same thing and look the same.. omg the IOS UI is so old and boring now its just sad
They are evolving to be on par with competitors. They have to come out with product more often.
why does it bother you? Because you won't have the latest and greatest and be able to show it off in front of everyone? Having the latest and greatest material thing really isn't that big of a deal
Like seriously I could care less if the 5s comes out. I have my iPhone 4 for years while the 4s and the 5 came out and I didn't care.
Now I have a 5 and could care less about the 5s or the 6. I'll upgrade when I'm ready.
Just because they are coming out with something new doesn't mean you HAVE to get it.
you are right i don't have to buy. but coming out with a new i device every 6 months is creating igadget fatigue. and there isn't really much that separates the i devices other than a few gimmicky features. if apple was making drastic changes then i could understand that.
That's the problem. Apple doesn't get the process right before selling it to the masses. They're becoming like any other company that doesn't know when to say no and just sells crap.
The night camera is light years ahead of the iphone 5 and the rest of the competition. After taking quite a few night videos / pictures ( drunk photos ) its not even a contest. First camera phone that legitimately can replace your P/S at night.
Wireless charging is simple to use for Lumia (you can drop it anywhere) and lets be honest all of us sometimes leave our phone on our desks cause we are too lazy to bend over and plug it in. Its human nature. I find my phone is now almost always 100% charged.
NFC no use yet in the states, but in Asia and other countries it is widespread. When I was in taiwan, almost everything was done via NFC (buying groceries, subway system, etc).
The only thing that sucks is the APP issue compared to my old i4, but software issues always can get worked out in the end. Its the hardware that really matters.
Oh and the "tank" has been dropped quite a few times, and only micro scratches to show for it without any case.
Did I mention its out of contract price almost $300 cheaper than the iphone 5?!
I am actually glad APPLE is releasing products on a 6 month scale. Hopefully price margins will be at a more reasonable rate then previous products. Cause if they continue their current path, their market share will start to decrease. Especially since Jellybean has finally reached a point where Android is fluid and comparable to iOS.
Well I wound't go as far as plastic but yep Steve was infamous for his day to day control and reality check! thats why when Eric goddam Schmidtaface came out with the statement Google are winning the war you bet your bottom arse dollar that Steve would have had a good smart arse reply!!!
So get a grip and face reality Apple are fantastic but not unbeatable..especially if they stop looking at the primary focus and thats inventing, not just the dollar signs!
People who are in the middle of their cycles. You see, I think both carriers and shareholders will be pleased with a new iPhone every 8-9 months or so.
If indeed an S is coming, i'll probably buy a 5 with the $100 discount