Anyone having seconds thoughts about upgrading?

[mavis]

I bought a 3G last week with plans to try it out and return it to get a 3GS but I've decided to keep the 3G. I probably won't even notice it's 2 times faster and my ipod touch and 3G already seem fast enough for me. I'd never use voice control, I can just drop a pin in maps to see if I'm going in the right direction, and I jailbroke my iphone so I can record video which I probably won't do anyway. 3G is fine for me!

Rather shortsighted, don't you think? You've signed a two year contract for a two-year-old piece of hardware (the CPU/RAM are the same in the 3G as they were in the original iPhone) ... The 3GS is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM. You don't think that soon - within the next 6-12 months, probably; 12-18 months definitely! - there aren't going to be apps that will require the newer hardware? You don't think that developers are going to start taking advantage of the added horsepower very soon? I think buying a two-year-old computer is pretty silly, especially when the newer model is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM and twice the storage as the older model and costs the same or less.

Your call, of course. But if you decide to keep the 3G, I can all but guarantee you'll regret that choice, and probably sooner than you think.

 

[soopamac]

Your call, of course. But if you decide to keep the 3G, I can all but guarantee you'll regret that choice, and probably sooner than you think.

Amen to that. You'll end up creating a thread...

Anyone having seconds thoughts about NOT upgrading?

 

[mavis]

Amen to that. You'll end up creating a thread...

Anyone having seconds thoughts about NOT upgrading?

Exactly. Although first I reckon we'll see a plethora of 'I can't hold out any longer - decided to upgrade now!' or similar ...

 

[Jamz00]

What you're saying makes sense but I'm not as into the phone as many other people here are. I just use the internet/apps/games when I'm on the train or bored in class. If I need a super fast internet connection I'd get to a computer and if I want to play a game with intense graphics I'll play my roommates ps3 or use my computer. I just need a phone with a map program and let's me check my email on the go. That's all. These minor upgrades aren't a big deal to a casual user like myself. Too many people are trying to keep up with the Jones's and caught up in hype.

 

[Chrisrokc]

Rather shortsighted, don't you think? You've signed a two year contract for a two-year-old piece of hardware (the CPU/RAM are the same in the 3G as they were in the original iPhone) ... The 3GS is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM. You don't think that soon - within the next 6-12 months, probably; 12-18 months definitely! - there aren't going to be apps that will require the newer hardware? You don't think that developers are going to start taking advantage of the added horsepower very soon? I think buying a two-year-old computer is pretty silly, especially when the newer model is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM and twice the storage as the older model and costs the same or less.

Your call, of course. But if you decide to keep the 3G, I can all but guarantee you'll regret that choice, and probably sooner than you think.

Couldn't have said it better myself!

 

[sushi]

wow 8 years. I can see why you'd want to upgrade. You won't be disappointed with the iphone.

I had my first cell phone for 8 years as well.

Two cell phones in 16 years. Not bad at all.

it's time for you to get an iPhone. Sushi, the time is NOW.

Yes, Dad!

I've been waiting for 32GB capacity. I've been using an iPod touch 1st gen 32GB and want 32GB for my needs. No standing in lines for this kid. I'll wait until I can just walk in and get one. I'm thinking black right now.

Still wish that DoCoMo was the carrier since I have been with them for so long.

Rather shortsighted, don't you think? You've signed a two year contract for a two-year-old piece of hardware (the CPU/RAM are the same in the 3G as they were in the original iPhone) ... The 3GS is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM. You don't think that soon - within the next 6-12 months, probably; 12-18 months definitely! - there aren't going to be apps that will require the newer hardware? You don't think that developers are going to start taking advantage of the added horsepower very soon? I think buying a two-year-old computer is pretty silly, especially when the newer model is literally twice as fast with twice as much RAM and twice the storage as the older model and costs the same or less.

Your call, of course. But if you decide to keep the 3G, I can all but guarantee you'll regret that choice, and probably sooner than you think.

You make some good points.

Personally, in the past, I've used my cell phone as a portable telephone.

With the iPhone I see that changing based upon my iPod touch use. In that light I imagine that I will upgrade every 2-4 years instead of 8.

 

[Betelgeuse]

How is it only an incremental upgrade? the 2G ->3G only added gps and 3g
the 3G-> 3G S gives you more ram, faster processor, upgraded camera, video, a compass. voice control, faster 3G, should i go on?

Yes. You should go on, because you sure haven't convinced me yet.

Adding 3G service to the iPhone is a huge advance. Just ask anyone who still uses Edge. Also, the GPS opened up a whole new range of things that you could do with the iPhone, including turn-by-turn directions.

Basically the 3GS is going to be faster, have a better camera and have faster network speed (although ONLY if your carrier has that capability in your area). The compass is nice, but not a huge deal.

Don't get me wrong, I think that the 3GS is a nice upgrade, but if I had the 3G, there's no way I would be considering upgrading. The upgrade from a 2G would be a harder choice.

 

[sal]

I caved and bought a iphone 3GS yesterday. I blame the macrumors community

I love it. very fast - loading applications and web surfing.

 

[DiamondMac]

None. I am happy keeping my 3G phone and waiting for next year's new phone

 

[Jamz00]

I caved and bought a iphone 3GS yesterday. I blame the macrumors community

I love it. very fast - loading applications and web surfing.

I also caved and bought a 3GS. I wanted to excitement of waiting in line to get my first iphone. I'm pleased.

 

[sal]

I also caved and bought a 3GS. I wanted to excitement of waiting in line to get my first iphone. I'm pleased.

hehe, glad I wasn't the only one. damn you Macrumor forums! damn you!

I am just joking. I love it. I was out shooting video earlier today. I know it's low quality but I am really loving the "look" of it for some reason. Loving it so much that I am considering making a short film with it.