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At a minimum what is the next iPhone going to need to compete in June 2011?
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The minimum? Nothing, that's right, nothing! Even if Apple does not release a phone this year iPhone 4 will still sell more than any other smartphone.
And I don't understand why 3GS is called "minor" update, it was not minor, the design was not changed but inside the changes were pretty damn significant. RAM doubled, the CPU improved considerably, 32GB storage, new camera, etc...
And I don't understand why 3GS is called "minor" update, it was not minor, the design was not changed but inside the changes were pretty damn significant. RAM doubled, the CPU improved considerably, 32GB storage, new camera, etc...
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Yup, I agree. I'm hoping for 64gb.
Everything else I'm pretty content with at the moment.
My iPhone 4 has done nothing but make clear, reliable calls. The antennagate thing is way overplayed. The iPhone's call reliability is dependent upon where you are. Where i am, AT&T is fine. Therefore, my iPhone 4 is fine.
To match the competition, the iPhone 5 should have:
Dual-Core processor. Is more powerful and saves battery life.
Stronger GPU. Tegra 2 would be Godlike but we all know it won't happen.
1GB of RAM. Maximum future-proof.
8MP camera without green spot issue.
Antennagate-free antenna. Seems they're not doing this either.
Flash. Yes, Flash.
OS overhaul. iOS looks so boring now.
More open-ness, less stupid restrictions. And for the love of God, fix iTunes.
Filesystem browser and ability to download files. If this thing wants to call itself a computer, then at least make it act like one.
And a lot more, but probably none of these will happen because Apple isn't really much for pushing the envelope anymore.
Dual-Core processor. Is more powerful and saves battery life.
Stronger GPU. Tegra 2 would be Godlike but we all know it won't happen.
1GB of RAM. Maximum future-proof.
8MP camera without green spot issue.
Antennagate-free antenna. Seems they're not doing this either.
Flash. Yes, Flash.
OS overhaul. iOS looks so boring now.
More open-ness, less stupid restrictions. And for the love of God, fix iTunes.
Filesystem browser and ability to download files. If this thing wants to call itself a computer, then at least make it act like one.
And a lot more, but probably none of these will happen because Apple isn't really much for pushing the envelope anymore.
What I reckon...
8 Megapixel back camera
3 Megapixel front camera
Storage options of up to 64GB
1GB RAM
Improved A4 chip (not dual core)
Improved Antenna
It'll still be same general shape/size - maybe a little thinner.
Same Retina screen
Glass gone from the back - maybe brushed aluminum.
Two microphones
More software based things i.e. Navigation software, more focus on improved mobile me etc.
I think it'll still be the iPhone 5, not 4s or anything.
8 Megapixel back camera
3 Megapixel front camera
Storage options of up to 64GB
1GB RAM
Improved A4 chip (not dual core)
Improved Antenna
It'll still be same general shape/size - maybe a little thinner.
Same Retina screen
Glass gone from the back - maybe brushed aluminum.
Two microphones
More software based things i.e. Navigation software, more focus on improved mobile me etc.
I think it'll still be the iPhone 5, not 4s or anything.
Next chip needs to work on iPad 2, iPhone 5, apple tv3, and ipod touch 5. Apple wants to minimize costs and it would be cheaper to use the same chip for all of these devices. Steve wants to win. So, the next chip is more than likely will be a dual core chip. I do think this would allow better performance on the next iPad. Just like the macbook pros, apple does use the latest and the greatest chip. I don't see why Apple would not use a dual core chip for the next iPhone. With the dual core, apple would need to bump up the ram to 1 gig.
1. dual core - definitely!
2. more ram - 1 gig
3. bigger memory- 64 gig, maybe 128 gig
4. bigger screen would be nice
5. revamp notification
6. revamp multitasking (doubt it)
7. better cameras (maybe kinetic like).
8. nfc
9. wifi direct
10. one or two suprises
1. dual core - definitely!
2. more ram - 1 gig
3. bigger memory- 64 gig, maybe 128 gig
4. bigger screen would be nice
5. revamp notification
6. revamp multitasking (doubt it)
7. better cameras (maybe kinetic like).
8. nfc
9. wifi direct
10. one or two suprises
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I think a new notification system is highly likely considering Apples acquisition of the mind behind WebOS' notification system.
But to answer your question "At a minimum what is the next iPhone going to need to compete in June 2011?", an Apple logo.
I think a new notification system is highly likely considering Apples acquisition of the mind behind WebOS' notification system.
But to answer your question "At a minimum what is the next iPhone going to need to compete in June 2011?", an Apple logo.
Absolutely! Apple could skip this year and still sell tons of iPhones. So I'll go 1 further and say to remain competitive Apple just needs to avoid bankruptcy!
I think what most people in this forum overlook when eyeballing the hardware specs, is that people buy the iPhone for the experience...the whole Apple eco-system. I mean really, I can now push media content from my iPhone to my TV (AppleTV) and other rooms by using Apple's Airport Extreme & Express devices. Moreover, I can use the same iPhone as a single source remote for all of this.
Obviously it does way more than just this, my point is, the main consumer doesn't care what is stamped on the internal components...they just want the device to do all these magical things.
While Google is still perfecting their OS, Apple is discovering ways to integrate all their products (old and new) for the consumer.
Obviously it does way more than just this, my point is, the main consumer doesn't care what is stamped on the internal components...they just want the device to do all these magical things.
While Google is still perfecting their OS, Apple is discovering ways to integrate all their products (old and new) for the consumer.
Apple won't do this. They would rather sell you an AppleTV and let you use AirPlay.
Lol...complete revamp...lol.
In other words they should just dump their OS altogether and switch to Android and have Motorola build their devices
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With Android devices becoming more prevalent, better designed, and more powerful, Apple definitely needs to get ready to compete. I don't think they took Android seriously until recently.
If iPhone 5 doesn't stack up, I'm ready to switch. These Android phones are looking good. It took them some time to catch up, but there are some pretty devices that offer more functionality.
If iPhone 5 doesn't stack up, I'm ready to switch. These Android phones are looking good. It took them some time to catch up, but there are some pretty devices that offer more functionality.
I don't see much of a need for a more powerful processor. I've had the iPhone 4 since launch and can't recall any slow-downs. A better front-facing camera would be nice, maybe a slightly larger screen, and a better battery.
The notification system is the only blatant flaw with iOS in my opinion, so that definitely needs to be fixed. Should Verizon indeed come to iPhone, I think Apple is more than set for the year.
The notification system is the only blatant flaw with iOS in my opinion, so that definitely needs to be fixed. Should Verizon indeed come to iPhone, I think Apple is more than set for the year.
Perhaps the ipad2 launch soon will give us a glimpse of where Apple is going with the iPhone. Eg if they go dual core in the ipad, it's almost a cert for iPhone. likewise if they bump the GPU.
Not everything will be identical of course, but it'll give us a flavour of what apple has planned for 2011
I'm probably due to replace my phone in April. If ipad2 just gets a RAM bump then i'll grab an iPhone 4. If it gets dual core or a GPU boost, i'll wait it out for iphone5
Not everything will be identical of course, but it'll give us a flavour of what apple has planned for 2011
I'm probably due to replace my phone in April. If ipad2 just gets a RAM bump then i'll grab an iPhone 4. If it gets dual core or a GPU boost, i'll wait it out for iphone5
When will you learn that Apple doesn't care what you want or what the other people are doing.
That's something they made very clear when they ended the Mac Vs. PC war, they didn't win and yet people think Macs are better.
I really see apple doing something cool for the iP5 but nothing that is going to take it near these recent phones because they don't have to make drastic changes for people to buy the products.
That's something they made very clear when they ended the Mac Vs. PC war, they didn't win and yet people think Macs are better.
I really see apple doing something cool for the iP5 but nothing that is going to take it near these recent phones because they don't have to make drastic changes for people to buy the products.
Not only this, but Apple is moving to integrate all their products. If you buy Apple, you can expect it to play well with everything Apple. This can't be said for all these open platform devices.
Apple cares about the consumer's experience...not the spec sheet!