Of course never say never but I don’t share your concerns on this. Production is probably back on track for a while and 5G is not brand new either. We should be fine.
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Of course never say never but I don’t share your concerns on this. Production is probably back on track for a while and 5G is not brand new either. We should be fine.
Although it's not stated in the Applecare+ terms and conditions, it would only be true within the first 30 days after the original device purchase. It would, in effect, be a cancellation of the original plan (which is allowed in the first 30 days) and repurchase of a plan for the new phone, so not really considered a transfer.
If you have an Apple legal agreement that states otherwise, it would be helpful to post it.
Here's the US Applecare+ for plans purchased after 7/15/2020:
I'm on the fence. The ripple effects of COVID has made me rethink my priorities, attitude towards consumerism, and financial goals (a new phone isn't going to impact this, but every little bit counts). I'm also not as much of an enthusiast as I once was. Do I need a new phone this fall? Not really. My X is doing just fine, and I could probably use it for another 2 years when I get the battery replaced. Might consider extending AC+, though that might also be a waste of $ at this point.
I've had the X since Nov. 2018 (got 256gb for $650 from Verizon) and it's a great phone. IF the rumors about a 5.4'' phone is true, that's the only one I'd consider upgrading to. I think a smaller device with a better camera is worth a look.
Who knows. Maybe the keynote will persuade me.
I've had the X since Nov. 2018 (got 256gb for $650 from Verizon) and it's a great phone. IF the rumors about a 5.4'' phone is true, that's the only one I'd consider upgrading to. I think a smaller device with a better camera is worth a look.
Who knows. Maybe the keynote will persuade me.
Perhaps. I have a 7plus and I want it to be just as thin. I didn't like the iphone 11 for that reason...
Not upgrading. My 6S has a nice screen, works well, and features a sporty analog jack that works well with my noise cancelling headphones, stereo system, or the audio system in my vehicle. Outside of using it from time to time as a hotspot or getting driving directions, my phone is, well, a phone.
I’m using a 256GB iPhone X. My battery is at 80%. My plan is to buy a replacement battery and stick with my X for another year.
I have plenty of storage left and don’t plan to run out any time between now and next year.
It’s fast enough that I haven’t felt the need to get anything faster.
It has great cameras that still hold up well.
It’s FaceID is fast enough.
My previous upgrade was 6+ to X. It was such a large jump in features and performance that it was well worth it. I haven’t seen that kind of advancement since. The iPhone 12 feels like a first step towards bringing that feeling back, but nothing sounds like it’s up to par for my expectations of a new phone. At least nothing that convinced me it’s worth ditching my X at this point in time.
So my plan is to upgrade in 2021 with iPhone 12S/13.
4 years of performance and hardware improvements between my X and the 2021 iPhone sounds pretty sweet to me.
I have plenty of storage left and don’t plan to run out any time between now and next year.
It’s fast enough that I haven’t felt the need to get anything faster.
It has great cameras that still hold up well.
It’s FaceID is fast enough.
My previous upgrade was 6+ to X. It was such a large jump in features and performance that it was well worth it. I haven’t seen that kind of advancement since. The iPhone 12 feels like a first step towards bringing that feeling back, but nothing sounds like it’s up to par for my expectations of a new phone. At least nothing that convinced me it’s worth ditching my X at this point in time.
So my plan is to upgrade in 2021 with iPhone 12S/13.
4 years of performance and hardware improvements between my X and the 2021 iPhone sounds pretty sweet to me.
And many have convinced themselves to keep shoveling cash to Apple yearly no matter what rehash device they release- because fruit logo status symbol. Point?
That is EXACTLY why Apple does it- complacency. It is not to "protect users from themselves" that's a laugh. You dont think they could do what Samsung does and ship it at 60hz with a display toggle just like the leaked screenshots show? The very same basic setting list for display where you change your display brightness, text size and light dark mode? But only this is "too hard" for people? With the same BIG bold popup warning when flipped on THIS WILL LESSEN YOUR BATTERY LIFE. The user can then choose to use locked at 60hz or adaptive to 120. No harm no foul to anyone it ships 60 and if you dont know what it is dont have to mess with it.
The reality is that it is because they can reuse the same parts, save money, and make more profits. The current Pro Max OLED per the BOM only costs Apple $67. If that is $80-90 for 120hz panels that is a LOT of $15-20 bills times tens of millions of phones saved; could be half a billion dollars in Apple's pocket saved even if they only sold 30 million 12 Pro series.
It's money and profits, nothing more. Dont kid yourself here that offering more feature choice (that you have zero obligation to use) on a device labeled as "pro" is bad. The tech is all out there in the consumer market; its not new/novel or experimental still at this stage.
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I have the 11 Pro and love the 5.8" form factor. It's an amazing phone. I will probably wait and see how light the 6.1" Pro is compared to the 11 Pro before deciding. And I'll be curious about the battery life this year as last year was a huge leap.
It's sad that the 12 is shaping up to be another skip. I want something small (bezels make SE 2020 too large), with touch ID, and a large battery.
If they put touch ID on the back, I'd be ready to take the plunge but it looks like another year with my 5SE...
If they put touch ID on the back, I'd be ready to take the plunge but it looks like another year with my 5SE...
I'm planning to go another year with my OG SE, has 128gb so plenty of storage.
I will see how well the official iOS 14 release runs and also physically compare the size to the 5.4" 12 to see if it's worth upgrading then.
I will see how well the official iOS 14 release runs and also physically compare the size to the 5.4" 12 to see if it's worth upgrading then.
I always upgrade to take full advantage of the latest technologies and experiences. This year will be no different. If you love Apple, you should be rockin' the current flagship iPhone.
Yea and rumors just bounce back and forth every day, so there is no way to know what is true until the official announcement. All I know for sure is if I do upgrade, it will be one of the Pros.
I am not. Used to upgrade every year, but not doing so until Apple reverses some of their consumer unfriendly policies. (xcloud primarily)
currently have 11Pro max
currently have 11Pro max
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Why would anyone "love" a company? If they make a good product you like, get it.
11 Pro Max
Im not upgrading the phone completely blows me away haha
I would love to see what the 12 Pro has to offer honestly
Im not upgrading the phone completely blows me away haha
I would love to see what the 12 Pro has to offer honestly
Still have a 7plus with excellent battery and fast. Every year I go, ok, going to upgrade, then I see what's delivered and go, "Maybe next year". We will see...but if nothing with the WOW factor, I'll wait..
This isn't just "a company", Apple is a family.
