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White 3GS cracked!
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I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
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I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
your post truly gives me a headache
Same here.I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
Thanks guys.
I got the phone on 02 Pay and Go (yes paying £440.40 for it was steep) so want it to be perfect!!!
I will drop into my 02 shop and see what they say, but when my brothers silent switch fell off they said he had to sort it out with Apple.
If i have to go to an Apple store its an hour away which is a pain in the backside!!
I got the phone on 02 Pay and Go (yes paying £440.40 for it was steep) so want it to be perfect!!!
I will drop into my 02 shop and see what they say, but when my brothers silent switch fell off they said he had to sort it out with Apple.
If i have to go to an Apple store its an hour away which is a pain in the backside!!
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I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
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You know what gives me a headache? Signing a two year contract AND paying $300+ for a phone that's put together about as well as my son's Happy Meal toys.samcraig said:
My white iPhone 3G has shown no cracks. I use it naked.
It is defective though; I've pointed out before that my Sleep/Wake button is recessed too much, so it's pretty difficult to press it in. It wasn't like this when I purchased it however. And because it is so recessed, I have to have a firmer grip on the phone to press it down. And when I grasp it at its sides firmly by the bezel, I'll hear a slight crackling sound as if the plastic isn't sturdy enough.
It is defective though; I've pointed out before that my Sleep/Wake button is recessed too much, so it's pretty difficult to press it in. It wasn't like this when I purchased it however. And because it is so recessed, I have to have a firmer grip on the phone to press it down. And when I grasp it at its sides firmly by the bezel, I'll hear a slight crackling sound as if the plastic isn't sturdy enough.
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I'd be thrilled. Since they'll replace the phone for that well-known defect, I'd stop being so careful about scratching my phone/screen and then once it got scratched up to the point of being annoying or noticeable, I'd take it in and get it replaced. And since the build quality is so poor, the replacement will likely have issues too, so I'd get that one replaced after a couple of months as well. Ad nauseum.
I went through eight 3G's last year, mostly for hardware defects. But yeah, eight iPhones, meaning Apple kept me supplied with shiny new iPhones all year long. If enough people keep doing this, eventually they'll get the point and give us an iPhone that is slightly more durable.
I 100% agree with you and have done much the same thing. I had four iPhone 3G's. I'm about to receive my second iPhone 3GS on Monday for cracks. Apple needs to build a better product and this is the best way to give them the message.
yea it's not our fault signing away 2 years to AT&T and paying $300 for a half-assed device. Actions speak louder than words, and I'm sure Apple will get the picture soon if they haven't already and do something about all of this.
I feel the same way. I kept getting hardware defect after defect. I went through 10 though
which sucked because i only had 1 replacement for the 2G
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You know, AFAIC Apple pulled a very clever bait-and-switch with the iPhone. When the original iPhone was launched, it was very expensive and very well-made. Gorgeous + expensive = luxury item, right? So everybody oohs and ahs and gushes about what an amazing phone it is (both in terms of design/hardware and usability) but since its availability is limited (five countries?) and it's so expensive, sales are somewhat limited.
A year later Apple introduces the 3G. It is launched worldwide on the same day, at a substantially reduced price (thanks to subsidies). Unfortunately it's also put together much more cheaply (the screen and LCD are no longer glued together - cheaper to replace, that way - which allows copious amounts of dust to enter the display, the casing is made of cheap, glossy, crack-prone plastic, etc) but since the iPhone's reputation has already been established, it sells in record-breaking numbers. Same with the 3GS.
First impressions, as they say, last a lifetime.
Apple was smart to launch the original iPhone the way they did - limited availability, (prohibitively) expensive, well-made, beautifully designed - and from a money-making perspective even smarter to make the 3G and 3GS so cheap (build quality wise) in comparison. It just kind of sucks for all of us.
BMac702 said:
I feel the same way. I kept getting hardware defect after defect. I went through 10 though
You know, AFAIC Apple pulled a very clever bait-and-switch with the iPhone. When the original iPhone was launched, it was very expensive and very well-made. Gorgeous + expensive = luxury item, right? So everybody oohs and ahs and gushes about what an amazing phone it is (both in terms of design/hardware and usability) but since its availability is limited (five countries?) and it's so expensive, sales are somewhat limited.
A year later Apple introduces the 3G. It is launched worldwide on the same day, at a substantially reduced price (thanks to subsidies). Unfortunately it's also put together much more cheaply (the screen and LCD are no longer glued together - cheaper to replace, that way - which allows copious amounts of dust to enter the display, the casing is made of cheap, glossy, crack-prone plastic, etc) but since the iPhone's reputation has already been established, it sells in record-breaking numbers. Same with the 3GS.
First impressions, as they say, last a lifetime.
Apple was smart to launch the original iPhone the way they did - limited availability, (prohibitively) expensive, well-made, beautifully designed - and from a money-making perspective even smarter to make the 3G and 3GS so cheap (build quality wise) in comparison. It just kind of sucks for all of us.
You should look up the definition of bait-and-switch, because the situation you are describing is in no way even close to being considered bait-and-switch.
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Thanks, but although I'm not referring to the price of the item (rather, the build quality) I'm confident that you can understand what I'm saying when that phrase is taken in context.
Thanks, but although I'm not referring to the price of the item (rather, the build quality) I'm confident that you can understand what I'm saying when that phrase is taken in context.
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Agreed. It's a ticket for a free replacement; no complaints here! I get a shiny new iPhone every couple of months, which is fine by me!
daflake said:
Agreed. It's a ticket for a free replacement; no complaints here! I get a shiny new iPhone every couple of months, which is fine by me!
Be aware, I was at my local apple store yesterday (getting my 3GS replaced for cracking issue as well) and the genius said that in a few months, Apple may not be replacing iphones that only have the cracking issue. she didnt give any reasons, but thats what she said.
Also, i was given the option to switch colors at the time of replacement, anyone else? (i think she was feelin ya boy lol)
Also, i was given the option to switch colors at the time of replacement, anyone else? (i think she was feelin ya boy lol)
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I imagine they would rather people have the black one, because cracks are much less obvious, as is discoloration caused by defective batteries ...
iLoveiPhone3GS said:
I imagine they would rather people have the black one, because cracks are much less obvious, as is discoloration caused by defective batteries ...