It sounds like you’re saying that, because of TouchID, you wouldn’t want one of the new full-screen iPhones even if you could afford them. Not much anyone can do about that. FaceID is the thing now. For my part, I prefer smaller phones (the 4 was perfect) but I’ve been left behind too.My situation is this.
I have a 6s (like many it looks) and am happy with it. I got it second hand like new, almost unused for 450€ three years ago.
The new X iPhones are very interesting but all too expensive for me. I would spend up to 500€ for one.
Apples answer is an iPhone 7 or 8 for my price range but I’m not interested in those as my 6s covers those phones features mostly. Also I want to keep Touch ID.
Apple doesn’t pick me up here.
I think I’m not alone in this situation.
And no I’m not interested in anything android.
I’ll probably have to buy a used X in a year or two.
It sounds like you’re saying that, because of TouchID, you wouldn’t want one of the new full-screen iPhones even if you could afford them. Not much anyone can do about that. FaceID is the thing now. For my part, I prefer smaller phones (the 4 was perfect) but I’ve been left behind too.
IT IS NOT EVEN 1080p...im really confused....
The XR reviewers were surprisingly subdued after all of the previous cautions to wait for it...
XS reviews: Most people should wait for the XR.
XR reviews: It's not really that much cheaper, so maybe get the XS.
Thanks guys. Thanks a lot.
Well, technically speaking, camera is a downgrade indeed. It’s a single lens that can work in portrait mode only on people (that has been pointed out in reviews). Also, no optical zoom either and the digital zoom is reduced due to that as well. It’s partially better due to Smart HDR that the A12 has, but that’s only software.
However, if you’re ok with that and the screen is no big issue either, more power to you. The Xr is supposed to have a great battery life.
I don’t know, but I feel like Apple will sell a lot of these. I have a friend who has an X and she asked me about getting an Xr. She’s not very tech savvy, so I had to tell her that for her it would be a downgrade, but she seemed very fascinated with the red Xr lol
For many average people who are not tech savvy this phone will be perfect.
Try a new phone for a week and you will wonder what the hell your brain was thinking..And here I am, happy with my iPhone 6s Plus. If it lasts long enough, I’ll hold out until Bluetooth headphones have sound quality that rivals wired and for the micro-LED displays.
Try a new phone for a week and you will wonder what the hell your brain was thinking..
2.) Stainless steel (yay) over aluminum (yuck).
First world problems... The phone has a glass shell anyways why does this really matter..
[doublepost=1540383921][/doublepost]The current problem with Apple's iPhone product line is EVERY ONE of them are freaking gigantic, one larger than the next. I'm done with this stupidity and will continue using an existing iPhone 7 until it dies. "Smartphones" were originally conceived to be mobile devices you carry in your pocket. I want to know who has pockets large enough to carry these new gigantor devices and still be able to sit down. In both size & weight, these new iPhones are like carrying a small laptop.
Reviews for the iPhone XR went live this morning ahead of Friday's launch, and in a press release in the Apple Newsroom, Apple has highlighted reviews from several members of the media who were able to spend some time with the new iPhones.
Apple shared key passages from sites that include Digital Trends, Daring Fireball, Tom's Guide, Mashable, Engadget, The Verge, TechCrunch, CNN, Best Products, Techradar, and more.
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Mashable, for example, called the iPhone XR the "Goldilocks of iPhones" with its large screen size, affordable price tag, "fantastic" cameras, and future-proof power in the form of the A12 Bionic chip.
Daring Fireball said that the iPhone XR is the best Apple's ever made "dollar for dollar," while TechCrunch compared the device to "a piece of nicely crafted jewelry" with a "depth and sparkle" unmatched by other iPhones.
CNN praised the impressive Portrait Mode shots the camera is able to capture, The Verge lauded the work Apple did to make the rounded corners of the LCD match the corners of the device, and Digital Trends called the iPhone XR "the iPhone to buy."
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Apple focused on sharing positive elements of the iPhone XR reviews, but for the most part, reviews were positive due to the iPhone XR's affordable price tag and high-end components.
The biggest difference between the XR and the XS is the LCD display over the OLED display, and reviewers thought the iPhone XR's display was one of the best LCD displays and while not as good as the OLED, it's not noticeable as long as you're not holding the two devices next to one another.
Apple's full list of review selections can be seen in the article shared via the Apple Newsroom, while additional reviews can be found in our own review roundup.
The first iPhone XR pre-orders will arrive starting on Friday, October 26, the launch date for Apple's newest flagship device.
Article Link: Apple Highlights iPhone XR Reviews
They aren't, but probably ramp even more closer to Christmas.As much as I doubt those numbers, sales aren’t a straight line.
My mistake, I mean 3D Touch not Touch ID.It sounds like you’re saying that, because of TouchID, you wouldn’t want one of the new full-screen iPhones even if you could afford them. Not much anyone can do about that. FaceID is the thing now. For my part, I prefer smaller phones (the 4 was perfect) but I’ve been left behind too.
Yep, I was a newb when this happened to me. Made an appointment with the Apple store and everything. Then the employee just whipped out a small rod and scraped out this huge wad of lint.If you’re like 99% of the other people who have intermittent Lightning connection issues, your problem is pocket lint getting down into the jack, preventing the plug from seating properly. Apple will clean it out for you, or you can do it yourself with a non-conductive implement like a toothpick. Be sure to get all of it, it can be packed in there very tight!
I don’t understand how what you’re saying pertains to what we’re saying. Please tie your comment back to the op’s comment.The XR's biggest trick is making people forget the meaning of words.
First it was "affordable", then "flagship".
Next up is "full-screen"?
The XR has a 79% screen to body ratio. That's still less than Samsung 9, OnePlus 6, LQ V40 phones all with 84% screen to body (and OLED screens).
I don’t understand how what you’re saying pertains to what we’re saying. Please tie your comment back to the op’s comment.
As to what you’re saying, “full screen” is a term meant to distinguish between phones that have bezels (like the iPhone 7 & 8) from those that don’t (like the iPhone XR, Xs, and Xs Max). II cant not know this, but you’re ignoring the purpose of the term and using the “screen to body ratio” (boy we do love spec wars, don’t we?) to decide if a phone is full screen enough to satisfy you. If only the XR had five hundredths more screen ratio it would tie hose other phones in screeniness!
Silly.
The XR's biggest trick is making people forget the meaning of words.
First it was "affordable", then "flagship".
Next up is "full-screen"?
The XR has a 79% screen to body ratio. That's still less than Samsung 9, OnePlus 6, LQ V40 phones all with 84% screen to body (and OLED screens).
And the XS is 82.9%. That splitting hairs. It’s actually pretty impressive Apple came that close with an LCD screen. As for the price comparison that’s apples and oranges. iPhones are always priced higher if you break down features/specs. There are great Chinese phones for much cheaper prices than Samsung, LG, OnePlus, etc... but those aren’t for iOS customers. Apple pricing is based in their own lineup, and the XR is the same as it’s predecessor, the Plus.
I find it disingenuous for Apple to market a 79% screen to body ratio as "All-screen"