Peak smartphone? lol, there is a big list Android is already offering that Apple still has to touch. Ram, screens, cameras. Android is big in Europe and the rest of the world. I even saw a report that Samsung sold more phones than Apple in the USA. I don’t know in which cave you live if you barely know anyone that owns/uses an android. There are plenty!
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iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro Buyer's Guide
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Android is used by the majority of smartphone users Worldwide. We are in the minority using iPhones btw.
That’s the thing thousands more android phones are out compared to iPhones.
guy must be American and that’s all he sees.
With me I use the mute switch a few times a day so for me it is very useful.
Correct, I believe Android makes up something like 70% worldwide currently. Only in the US is it close to 50/50.
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Interestingly now that there is 13 vs 16 the 13 was the last from the series (US) with a sim tray. Many American consumers are oblivious to it because in comparison to other markets few per capita even have passports and may not understand the late sim tray deficit. Ready to buy the 14 right after the introduction, I sourced a NOS 13 pro.
The above comparison in question lacks this key difference, the US market without a SIM card. This, despite a number of pro advocacy e-sim arguments actually has significant implications. So as the 16 goes, Apple should give the US market a choice instead of forcing the “sealed” nonsense, unless of course they will step back this time and stop insulting the (some) American consumers.
The above comparison in question lacks this key difference, the US market without a SIM card. This, despite a number of pro advocacy e-sim arguments actually has significant implications. So as the 16 goes, Apple should give the US market a choice instead of forcing the “sealed” nonsense, unless of course they will step back this time and stop insulting the (some) American consumers.
Even when he’s American. I can’t imagine he doesn’t know people using Android because the majority of people even in the USA use them. Besides that… Samsung sold more phones than Apple in the USA according to the latest reports. Not to forget the google pixel phones 🤔. Maybe he’s living in an applestore and never comes outside 😅
Excellent points, My 13 pro works fine, has all the speed needed to feel current and provides a great photo tool!
I've had every single gen of iPhone since 2007, but didn't upgrade the past 2 years and am still very happy with my 13 Pro. Intent had been to jump to the 16 Pro in a few months (being a 3 year upgrade), but heck, if not really noticeably better, I may just opt to get the battery replaced (since down to 82%) and keep going with the 13 Pro.
Still love my 13 Pro Max, it still works great! I grabbed a lot of video, RAW photos yesterday (which is still darn good quality in 2024 IMO).
USB-C would be a huge, nice upgrade when it comes to transferring these files to my iMac. The Lightning transfer is just painful at times, like yesterday.
USB-C would be a huge, nice upgrade when it comes to transferring these files to my iMac. The Lightning transfer is just painful at times, like yesterday.
Agreed all above, my 13PM still gets it done but w/ the drivel recently out on the 17 undecided on waiting for it or grab a sorta discounted 15PM then look again @ 18s etc hmmm ……….
If it can last another year, I'm keeping my 13 until the 17s come out. I suspect the 16s are a stop-gap while Apple figures out Apple Intelligence. I've been burned by Apple before getting the first of a new model (the first Aluminum iMac at the time; now, iOS devices with Apple Intell.) and I'll never do that again.
Is this right? The Max has a smaller camera sensor?
iPhone 16 Pro: 1/1.28-inch main camera sensor
iPhone 16 Pro Max: 1/1.14-inch main camera sensor
Edit: Never mind... 🤦♂️ I see the math that I missed.
iPhone 16 Pro: 1/1.28-inch main camera sensor
iPhone 16 Pro Max: 1/1.14-inch main camera sensor
Edit: Never mind... 🤦♂️ I see the math that I missed.
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If you bother to read the article, right away they say because many people are in a 3-year upgrade cycle, so will be trading in iPhone 13 models for 16. With AT&T (my carrier), they pay $1,000 for your old Pro if you agree to a 3 year contract on an unlimited plan. I'm paying that cell phone fee anyway, so why not let AT&T give me $1,000 in the process?
I wish these were written without the marketing hyperbole like surgical grade or aerospace etc.
The formfactor grows in size again. This is bad. My hands don't grow with every new iPhone generation. This is a **** trend.
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Another “old” article with no apparent updated rumors…
Well, I still find no compelling reason to upgrade my 13PM though Apple might surprise me on Monday (I doubt it
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Well, I still find no compelling reason to upgrade my 13PM though Apple might surprise me on Monday (I doubt it
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My 13 Pro Max is paid for and serves me well. I might wait for the 17 or even the 18, or until it stops getting updates. If I can swap out the battery maybe next year (it's at 87% of original) for $99, that's well worth it.
I am currently on an SE2 and am looking to upgrade. I am put off lightning cables and will only consider USB-C. I am tempted to get a 15 when the 16 launches.
Agreed. I'm in the same boat. My battery capacity is down to 77% too.
I’m on the four year cycle..need the iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro guide
I'm not surprised u prefer the 13 Pro (great phone) over the 14 Pro/Max, it was a compromised upgrade and not very good at all, however the 15 Pro is a big upgrade over the 13 Pro, (which I had for 2 years and liked it) it's just better in every aspect, the 16's may be a small improvement on the 15 Pro, however no where near enough for me to consider upgrading!
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