I did that with the purple 12 mini. I didn't buy it myself, but I made it known I wanted one and got it for Mother's Day.
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Apple Announces New Yellow Color Option for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
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Oh lol I missed seeing this and just posted a Pika pic, too!
I had the XR yellow. The side frame was gold and not yellow. It just didn't look as cohesive as this. I quite like this color. Unfortunately, I can't really use these phones due to pwm sensitivity or I'd be all over this like butter on popcorn! 😆
Indeed. Unless the Pro lineup really needs a push (and it certainly doesn’t this year), it doesn’t make too much sense to invest in a new color since it’ll only be produced for six more months. The non-Pro on the other hand will likely live for two and a half more years. Though, potentially only in the 6.1” size.
I remember it took 1 year or more for Apple to release White iPhone 4S because they couldn’t match white colour of button with front panel.
Yes it does. At the least it will bring iPhone back into the headlines and youtubers mid-cycle. Apple wouldn't have done it if these mid-cycle colors didn't give them a good ROI.
It doesn't make me happy, but it looks okay. I want an emerald green phone.
I’m low-key always annoyed how the standard iPhones are the ones that get refreshed or interesting colors. I mean, I get it. Apple thinks the Pro models are for grown-ups and people who are above the silly nonsense of color choices outside of the standard black, silver, gold, and whatever token color choice they do decide to grace the Pro model every year, but damn they could at least toss a product red version in there or something…
I'm among those that do rock the phone without a case, though at times I do use one of Apple's own silicone cases (color matched, as you jokingly put it, so I can be one of the cool kids!).Personally, I don't get the color thing much at all with an abundance of cases in every color available, generally required to "flatten" out the back anyway, protect against drops and sometimes add more battery. If I was an iPhone buyer, I'd mostly choose on front bezel color (generally visible within case fronts) and then get any color I want for the rest in a case. If I didn't need battery, I could get one of those super slim ones in seemingly countless colors.
But I know some people like to go naked and take on full risk of drops (or pay Apple extra for some drop insurance). Besides, I think the real magic in a new color is being able to clearly convey to other fans that one has purchased that newest possible iPhone... even if the only people invested enough in such knowledge to know that is the relatively small number of fans who study Apple twists & turns almost daily.
I suspect those wishing for THIS yellow for a different new iPhone model size could jump into some searches to find a case that is this yellow that fits any iPhone they happen to have. If not, wait about 5 days and this color case for all other iPhones will pop up on Ali, then eBay, then Amazon, et all.
But hey, obviously the spring "new color" campaign must work for Apple. And those happy to go yellow, enjoy your new iPhone!
Edit: even faster than expected, check the new yellow case for the rest of the iPhone 14s made by Apple so one can see the all-important Apple logo too. $49vs. $800+
Though in my case, it's less about what others see with my device and more personal preference: I love tech gadgets in general, but I love them more when they appeal to my vanity. And a yellow phone appeals to my vanity immensely.
But thankfully, I do have enough self-control to not buy a new device when my favorite color is released, primarily because the mini form factor is just so darn perfect for my hands.
And for the record, I do own a "Spring" yellow case for my 13 mini. I use it sparingly because sadly, yellow silicone is extremely prone to getting stained and dirty. 😋
Exactly. Just because I like the full feature set doesn't mean I only want boring colors.
You can purchase the new yellow iPhone from the Apple store on sesame street.
Yellow is a common mood color for happiness. It's why the yellow M1 iMac is the most popular one since it just looks so pretty and happy and golden.
I like it! Yellow has always touched my happy vibe, not least because its coloured like minions.
Gotta say, they did a nice job with the color - I like it and am tempted…would let me keep my charging cable setups intact for a bit longer.
But I do think that puts paid to any ideas about a spring Apple Event with new M3 MacBook Airs or iMac. If that was around the corner, Apple would have wrapped up the new iPhone colour with it. Don’t think we will get any new products until WWDC this year.
If you want it enough, am considering going to the plus from a 12 just a bit early as I like this so much and want the size (but most of the Pro stuff I wouldn’t use).
