iPhone X Am I crazy to switch from X to 8?

It’s not crazy to purchase something that you like or prefer, you don’t have to have the latest device just because. The iPhone 8 still an excellent device for different reasons.

 

The 8 is refreshingly light and nimble, compared to the X and the 8 Plus. The 8 and 8 Plus are like opposite extremes, in terms of size and weight, but both are remarkable and very likeable. The X is different, but not necessarily THE ultimate choice, especially if you want a small phone. The X I would say is the jack of all trades, but if you are decisive and know what you want exactly, the 8 and 8 Plus may very well check more check marks and save you money at the same time.

The 8 is a beast of a phone in a tiny package.

 

TL/DR
If that’s what you want, it’s not crazy.

 

Yeah it’s not crazy if it’s better “to you”, get the 8 and be happier for those reasons you listed.

 

You're crazy to think Macrumours could give you a sane answer, that you could/should decide for your self

 

I “downgraded” to a 6s for the headphone port. So, no I don’t think you’re crazy for wanting to switch phones. If it would work better for you I’d say go for it.

 

I returned my first X and got the 8+, but after only a few days I was back to the X.

Both great devices.

 

Am I crazy to switch from my current girlfriend to my ex?

 

Yes, you probably are.

 

Pics?

 

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I think some form of TouchID is necessary no matter what Apple says or thinks about the future of unlocking an iPhone - my take is that the market (consumers) will force them to introduce a TouchID option alongside FaceID on the X, unless we all behave as sheep. Just as an example, many times you will want to unlock your iPhone just by extending your arm to take a sneak peek from a distance equal to the length of your arm - at least I do, especially at night when I'm in bed and my iPhone's on the bedside table. Would you be able to unlock the X from such a distance and angle and low light (or no lights at all) conditions? It's not crazy. The X is still a beta.

 

I switched from the X to the 8 Plus for a couple reasons.

1. Wanted Touch ID back
2. Face ID was slow and wouldn't work 80% of the time, even after setting it up again
3. Never could unlock my phone in the morning. I would always have to use a passcode
4. I work behind a desk and having to pick it up every time just to see a text was getting annoying
5. When watching a video, if I wanted to scrub the video, the scrubber was right against the home bar so it would switch apps instead of scrubbing and it got super annoying

Like everyone else said, its completely preference and I definitely went back. Hopefully this years models improve them.

 

A great analogy

 

Sounds like you need variety and grass is greener syndrome

I have X on an upright stand and looking at it on my desk unlocks it. But I decided to never automatically lock.

Think it is early model and defective? Bought mine this March and Face ID only gets better. No need to touch. Wonder if the infrared is not properly focused or something or distorted.

I don't like the swipe gestures. Not one bit. I prefer Android S9 in that Dept but again Ssmmy has two strikes, FPS on back and I never want that Bixby button

Old familiar shoes or pair of gloves

 

You’re crazy!
However, my statement is based on my desires.
You have to go with your desires.

There could be a million reasons why you should stay with the X.

Here’s how I look at it.
You’re using the phone. If the 8 meets your needs and you enjoy it then go for it.

 

It's not crazy. If you want something smaller, go for it. Personally I think the large phone thing is dead and people will start to migrate back to smaller phones. I think the X is the largest I want to go.

 

OP, this is as far as I got.

When anyone starts a thread with that statement it tells me they are looking for others to validate their decision.

As others have stated, get what you like. Screw what anyone else thinks about it.

If you keep operating in your life by consulting a committee to make or validate your decisions you are in for a miserable time.

 

I've got both. Each is great: The X is my everyday phone with my main sim - I use it for most things. The 8 I use in bed for podcasts and reading. Having 2 phones I hope to spread out the battery longevity of each.

 

Are there features on the X you would miss? You focused on what you didn't like in your post.

It's strange to hear the inconsistent experience with Face ID that people are having. FaceID works slightly better than Touch ID for me. On the fingerprint reader, I'd constantly get misreads and would have to use the passcode.

 

You don’t need the internet’s permission to switch back. Use whatever device you like.

 

Its far crazier to keep using something you aren't enjoying. Initially I bought an 8+ but after a few days I exchanged it for an 8. The 8+ is a really nice phone but I found it too large for my taste. Buy what works for you personally because the only opinion that matters here is your own.

 

Yes.

 

I have an 8 which I got first and then got the X. I love the form factor of the 8 and prefer Touch ID. I thought about switching back on several occasions as I love my light weight gold phone, but when I put the screens side by side, there is no comparison. The gorgeous screen on the X always wins and that's the phone I use.