Why not just make the whole phone that thick at this point? You would have more room for a larger battery, or Apple could buy Light and make 26 camera phone that emulates zoom, macro, and shallow DOF. It would cost a fortune, but iPhones were never cheap.
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Another Leak Points Towards Controversial Square Camera Bump on All Three 2019 iPhones
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Yeah, their shareholder probably wouldn't be cool with them skipping billions of dollars of revenue just because some people aren't impressed.
[doublepost=1557776958][/doublepost]iSore 11.
Just four months ahead of September, when Apple typically unveils new iPhones, leaks and rumors are starting to surface fast and frequently.
The latest comes courtesy of Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, who tweeted a photo of alleged case molds for a trio of upcoming iPhones over the weekend. If accurate, the molds suggest that all three 2019 models will feature a large square camera bump, as seen in many leaks to date.
iPhone molds like these are typically created based on design specifications and dimensions that leak out of the factories of Apple manufacturing partners such as Foxconn, allowing third-party accessory makers to prepare properly-fitting cases ahead of time, but they are not always accurate.
The rumored design of the camera bump has proven quite controversial since it was first leaked by OnLeaks in January, with many criticizing the look of both the bump itself and the positioning of the camera lenses within the bump.
It is unclear why Apple would use the square bump for the next iPhone XR if rumors about it having a dual-lens rear camera are accurate, as the existing pill-shaped bump used on the iPhone X, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max would seem sufficient, but perhaps it is merely for consistency.
It's worth noting that the camera design might end up being not quite as polarizing as seen in renders, as rumors suggest that Apple plans to apply a special black coating on some of the lenses that could help them blend into the bezel.
Last week, Gurman said the third camera on the next iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max will be an ultra-wide-angle lens that enables a broader range of zoom. The second lens on the next iPhone XR is expected to enable increased zoom as well. The new cameras are also expected to power new augmented reality capabilities.
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I think we can fairly say that iPhones are now uglier than most Android flagships. So weird. iPhones are still made better and feel higher quality, but sweet baby jesus, what is going on? It's like Apple has done a complete 180 from it's glory days, where aesthetic design was as important as functionality. Today, quite clearly, it's form follows function with these ridiculous camera bumps and notched screen. On the positive side, I love Apple's commitment to privacy, and the upcoming return to best cellular modems. ...but, couldn't they do all this and at least not make a phone that's uglier than what most Android makers are doing?
Apparently they feel like they have to follow popular opinion rather than lead by example as they used to, just look at their iPhone product line now. Rather than a single phone that's the best they can make, there's a small phone and a large phone...even a cheaper one that's right in the middle. Then there's even a budget one too. And if you don't like the new home-buttonless screen, you can still buy a newly made old iphone 8.
All of which to say is that you're quite right, Apple clearly isn't going to risk angering investors, even if it means changing everything.
Ultimately, you can’t blame them. People have to vote with their dollars. They complain about iPhones, and then... they buy the latest iPhone.
Imagine how much Apple could improve the iPhone by increasing the thickness of the phone to match the bump. Bigger battery, they could bring back the headphone jack alongside the sweet camera.
I struggle to think of a practical reason why this is a bad idea.
I struggle to think of a practical reason why this is a bad idea.
Yeah.
A talented photographer could take a great photo with a pinhole camera.
There goes most of your argument.
Agree, though, about the narcissistic selfies on any social media site.
Agreed. This looks to be basically double the size of the current camera bump, which to be honest or forgot how big it was before looking. If I didn't use a case on my iPhone this might be more annoying to me, but as it is, with a case the camera bump is flush with the case so I never notice it. And like you say, if it means a better camera/photos, bring it on.
Thats what I say but some people need other people to see that they have an iPhone.
I see no reason why they wouldn’t continue selling the XS/Max at a discounted price.
At any rate, I wouldn’t be purchasing from Apple anyway. I was referring to the price drops that spread throughout private sale sites (such as the MR marketplace and Swappa) after a new phone is released.
I can appreciate people like a good camera, but when does a camera get beyond the point that it is already good enough for all but the few? Yeah, I think we are already there. Either Apple is building iPhones for the few now or there is nothing else they can think of to get people buying.
I guess that is where smartphones are now. Well, for Apple at least.
I guess that is where smartphones are now. Well, for Apple at least.
it's a "non issue" because people who don't like it just didn't buy it.
just like me with pregnant iPhone battery case.
Thank you for a seriously great laugh.
Until they actually release this anyway.If Samsung Released a phone with a camera setup like that they would be mocked bigtime! But it's an iPhone so it doesn't look so bad lol