I'll say it again, I hope Apple releases the next iPhone WITHOUT 4G. I know this will absolutely devastate some people in these forums but I would really like to get one more iPhone before being forced into a data plan I don't want. 2 more years of unlimited 3G data with a new iPhone would be really nice.
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Apple Preparing 'Thinner and Lighter' iPhone for Third Quarter Launch
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If you build it, they will come... :idea:
I however, don't care if it doesn't have LTE. Like someone said, if it works only 10% of the time, and 90% of the time it's a phone I want to throw at a baby, then they can have it. A rep at Verizon mentioned to me that Verizon was basically cornered to having LTE because of ATT & Sprint. Also, he mentioned that they're probably a year or two from actually having a decent system. I for one am a big fan of this concept:
I however, don't care if it doesn't have LTE. Like someone said, if it works only 10% of the time, and 90% of the time it's a phone I want to throw at a baby, then they can have it. A rep at Verizon mentioned to me that Verizon was basically cornered to having LTE because of ATT & Sprint. Also, he mentioned that they're probably a year or two from actually having a decent system. I for one am a big fan of this concept:
Always use a case for any mobile
Having dropped my first mobile out of my pocket years ago, and smashing it, I've always had a case since. The extra friction from a case makes it unlikely to slip out of your pockets, but if you should drop it, the case protects it. Never had a broken one since my first in the late 80's.
Having dropped my first mobile out of my pocket years ago, and smashing it, I've always had a case since. The extra friction from a case makes it unlikely to slip out of your pockets, but if you should drop it, the case protects it. Never had a broken one since my first in the late 80's.
THats exactly what I think will happen in order for Apple to manage better battery life.
Sony from what I've read, but this is all speculation. And everything points to an upgraded version indeed. (8MP)
Apple would be taking a very dangerous approach if they did not include a dual core CPU in their hardware. Most people don't even know what the real difference is to a single core smartphone, but even these individuals will always choose dual core over single core. So, not only is it a significant upgrade, but it also sells. And all other competitors in the market have taken the dual core road. Apple not adjusting would seem like a crazy idea, so it is highly expected of them to include the A5 on the next iPhone... 5. While the CPU itself may vary from the iPad version, we will surely be able to experience the dual core A5 on the next gen iPhone. Every iPhone release has included battery life improvements, and I doubt this one will be the exception. A dual core processor does not necessarily mean a battery life downgrade, it just means it packs more efficiency. Both cores are controlled by iOS so ultimately it is the OS the one which saves battery by controlling the CPU's usage.
curious about the lens, not the sensor
Yes, i have read that all the reports of a new 8MP sensor, but can't recall reading much of late on the lens. I would like to see it upgraded too, else i believe the 8MP will be of little value.
Yes, i have read that all the reports of a new 8MP sensor, but can't recall reading much of late on the lens. I would like to see it upgraded too, else i believe the 8MP will be of little value.
Goes to show you have no idea what you are talking about. I have had LTE for months now, and its been flawless minus the one outage in its first few weeks. Regularly get 25mb down, 5 up... But again, keep making excuses for Apple.
If you are on Verizon, you are grandfathered in and will never lose your unlimited data... so again, moot point. AT&T on the other hand might not let you grandfather because its AT&T.
Exactly! The iPhone 4 is already very thin, Apple should keep the dimensions and just make the battery bigger. I have never heard anyone complain that their iPhone is too thick, but I'm sure everyone would love longer battery life.
Ok, so I agree that people who don't know the difference between a single and dual core will always buy the dual core, there are also a lot of people who will buy the iPhone because its a fashion statement, NYC is full of those people. A lot of people will buy the iPhone because of the amount of apps available etc..... Where I disagree is that all the iPhones competitors have gone the dual core route. There are still a lot of new smart phones with single core CPUs.Also the ones that are dual core, are they really a success. Battery life and heat are 2 of theres downfalls (like LTE).
That's why this site is genius; it perpetuates without getting old.
Yes!
Is Steve modeling products to emulate himself? (FYI-I am optimistic on his return)
It will be thinner with a chamfered rear like the iPad 2, notice how that progressed from the iPad1? Will be the same for the iPhone 5 - Apple like design consistency. The squared rear has been largely criticised for not feeling good in the hand though the looks are certainly good, this is the most likely change, perhaps with a larger edge to edge screen. Other changes will be internal.
I will be more surprised if I'm wrong than if I'm right, it just seems the logical direction they will take, if not on the iPhone 5 then definitely on the 6.
I will be more surprised if I'm wrong than if I'm right, it just seems the logical direction they will take, if not on the iPhone 5 then definitely on the 6.
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This is getting rediculous, apple. It's thin enough
This is getting rediculous, apple. It's thin enough
The iPad's screen is a lot bigger than the iPhone. The bigger battery is needed.
I wasn't aware you could keep unlimited data for the same price when you purchase a 4G phone. I don't have any desire for 4G data so I haven't really looked at the plan details. I just remember AT&T forcing people into 3G data plans (that were more expensive) when the iPhone 3G was released. I'm not a Verizon customer and never plan to be so I'm mainly interested in what AT&T does.
I don't doubt the battery is a fantastic one that other companies wish they could have life-wise.
But for many (as evidence by the number on this forum who complain about it), it is not that great. I had a recent iPhone where the battery life was embarrassing EVEN WHEN I rarely used it. Now, I got a new one and it improved. But others seem to have the same issues.
I for one am a big fan of this concept:
I love that design but I would want a black one.
The next iPhone is going to look like a MacBook Air, thick at the upper side and thinner at the bottom
I disagree with those that say it's thin enough. It's thin, relatively speaking, but there's still a lot of progress to be made. My theoretical ideal "thinness" at this time... the depth of the metal band on the iPhone 4. Almost as if the glass sunk in, instead of sat on top. Maybe if the glass protruded SLIGHTLY from the top and bottom. About 1/4th of what it does currently.
Agreed. I don't understand everyone's obsession with thin, and to some extent lightweight. Too thin and too light just make it difficult to use. I think the iPhone 4 gets it just about right.