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iPhone 11 Did you change your iPhone usage after purchasing a new iPhone 11?

Defie22

Defie22

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Why am I asking? 🙂 I'm considering upgrade from iP7 to iP11 and I still can't decide...

I'm quite satisfied with iP7 and I don't want to spend money for the same usage. But I will do that if there are some good reasons (eg. from your experience)
 
The 7 is a great phone still. One thing I like more than I thought I would is the wireless charging of the 8 & up series phones. I like the screen size of the 11 and from what I've been hearing, battery life on the 11 is pretty great, so there's that. In the end, I'd say go and check it out in person, maybe it's for you.
 
Seems you're just looking for a reason to upgrade. Save your money. These things come out every... single... year. Just endure all the hype, it will die down.
 
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DevinNj said:
The 7 is a great phone still. One thing I like more than I thought I would is the wireless charging of the 8 & up series phones. I like the screen size of the 11 and from what I've been hearing, battery life on the 11 is pretty great, so there's that. In the end, I'd say go and check it out in person, maybe it's for you.
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I tried it and I like it. I can buy it, but I really don't need it. I dont need wireless charging, but I would like to have better videos or photos. But I'm not sure if it is enough to invest $750.
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tripleburst said:
Seems you're just looking for a reason to upgrade. Save your money. These things come out every... single... year. Just endure all the hype, it will die down.
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Wow, thanks for this reply. You could be right. I'm propably just hyped.
 
Defie22 said:
I tried it and I like it. I can buy it, but I really don't need it. I dont need wireless charging, but I would like to have better videos or photos. But I'm not sure if it is enough to invest $750.
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I get what you're saying, it all comes down to what's better for you. Don't forget you can always sell your 7 to recoup some $, I'm a bad influence I guess...
 
Same position as you 7+ and still happy with it. Easy to get caught up in the hype the last few years but it dies down after a bit. At least for me it does. Everyone is different to justify upgrading. I guess I use my phone for basic needs. Email, messaging, reminders thats about it. I don't take pictures so camera is not a big deal to me.
 
It largely depends on what a bigger screen, faster processor and better graphics etc might mean to you. If your suddenly going to start gaming loads on it, or photographing more or video recording then yes it’s going to be a good investment. But if your just going to carry on using it as a phone that can do other stuff, then stick with what you have if it’s still doing the job well.

One thing to remember is, if you have the money you can buy the new phone and test it out, if it’s not for you, you can then return it to Apple for a full refund no questions asked as long as it’s within 14 days and isn’t damaged.
 
I just switched from an iPhone 7 to the 11 pro. I primarily wanted the new camera and better battery life. My iPhone 7’s battery is dwindling and needs to be replaced, so it was a good time to get a new one. My 11 pro is only a little bit bigger (and heavier), but I like the extra screen size and Improved text clarity. After a day of use, I’ve gotten used to the lack of a home button. I don’t think I’m suddenly using it more, but wish it had come out before my vacation last week 🙂
 
jdblas69 said:
Same position as you 7+ and still happy with it. Easy to get caught up in the hype the last few years but it dies down after a bit. At least for me it does. Everyone is different to justify upgrading. I guess I use my phone for basic needs. Email, messaging, reminders thats about it. I don't take pictures so camera is not a big deal to me.
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Same same.... But I take pictures of my kids few times per week. Will I take more pictures with new iPhone?No, I will not. I know myself.
 
I've been taking more photos, but I think that's just because it's new and it's fun to experiment. I don't think the new phone will really change my usage longterm. That's more likely to happen if there's a new app or game I like, rather than changing the hardware of the phone.
 
oVerboost said:
It largely depends on what a bigger screen, faster processor and better graphics etc might mean to you. If your suddenly going to start gaming loads on it, or photographing more or video recording then yes it’s going to be a good investment. But if your just going to carry on using it as a phone that can do other stuff, then stick with what you have if it’s still doing the job well.

One thing to remember is, if you have the money you can buy the new phone and test it out, if it’s not for you, you can then return it to Apple for a full refund no questions asked as long as it’s within 14 days and isn’t damaged.
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According to my question: I think that I will use my new phone as the old one. Maybe more photos/videos, but I'm not sure. I will be glad for faster device with bigger screen, but I don't need it. And I know myself - when I will but new iPhone, I will not return it 🙂
 
Same boat -- 7 Plus with a newish battery. I would love the better camera and battery life of the 11, but I'm on the fence given the money involved.
 
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