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iPhone 5c users, feedback needed!

lovewd

lovewd

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So my brother and I recently got jobs, and after some other purchases we are ready to start our own phone plan. We both want to get the iPhone 5c, and I want to know, is this phone worth getting? It's one thing to watch reviews on YouTube, but I'd much rather just hear the every day average Joe's user's opinion. BTW I am coming over from android, because to be honest, in many areas, apple just does it better.
 
Within the next 4-5 months Apple will most likely release the next iPhone.

But anyway, I have seen some good deals on the 5c lately. If price is a concern, then maybe it's the right choice for you.
 
The iPhone 5c is a great device but please don't cover it with a case unless it's too slippery for you.

The 5c is already pretty chunky... I think.
 
I just got a 32GB White 5C off contract for $450, and I'm extremely happy with it. I came from a GSIII to a 4S to a 5 to the 5C. It's by far my favorite device I've owned.

On contract, they're a great deal. I don't think they'll be out dated very quickly IMO. The A6 is still very capable. The 5s's A7 may be 64-bit, but it's still got the same amount of RAM in it, and I think that is more likely to be a determining factor. I'd say three years or so.

At first I put Apple's 5c case on it, but I've since returned it and am running it fully naked, as it should be. The phone feels great in hand, and that was one of the main reasons I went with it. I just love the feel, and the color, even if it is white.

I say go for it, and enjoy it :cool:

I mean, just look at it:
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There is ZERO real world speed difference between the 5, 5c and 5s. I've had them all side by side with the same apps and they all respond identically.

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Oh and having spent 3 years of sorrow with android and having recently converted I say: good choice and welcome!!!!
 
The 5C is a great phone.

Yes, the power users around here aren't going to want it, but we're not the norm. I'll be giving my dad my 5C in the fall to replace his iPhone 4 which, by the way, he's still perfectly happy with. (Imagine asking folks around here if the iPhone 4 is still a good phone and see what they'd say about that!)

So it depends on what you need. If you're not using demanding apps (cutting edge video games, video editors, etc) then you'll find that the 5C is just fine. As another poster said, they don't notice a difference. If you're playing Angry Birds or uploading photos to Dropbox, no, you won't notice a big difference.

I plan on upgrading to the 6 this fall because I'm a power user (the fact that I have a 5C at all is just because I was curious to try it for a few months). A lot of us here are like me. You don't have to be like us.

I'd say go for it and enjoy your phone. I predict you will.
 
Id would buy a 5C on ebay then outright (could be had for as little as $300 brand new depending on carrier). This way you could sell that when the new iPhone comes out and recoup most of your money and then upgrade to the 6 or 6C.
 
The 5C is a great phone for everyday use. If you just need something basic, reliable without touch ID and the like and want to save a few bucks it's a great choice.
 
TacticalDesire said:
The 5C is a great phone for everyday use. If you just need something basic, reliable without touch ID and the like and want to save a few bucks it's a great choice.
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Not exactly so basic either--pretty much the same as iPhone 5S as far as what it can do and how it performs aside from a few things that don't really make it basic.
 
lovewd said:
So my brother and I recently got jobs, and after some other purchases we are ready to start our own phone plan. We both want to get the iPhone 5c, and I want to know, is this phone worth getting? It's one thing to watch reviews on YouTube, but I'd much rather just hear the every day average Joe's user's opinion. BTW I am coming over from android, because to be honest, in many areas, apple just does it better.
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Honestly? Best iPhone or even phone I've owned.. Love it! I went for blue btw
 
Thanks for everyone's feedback. Last minute in the store I decided to get the 5s, but this really helped my brother make the decision for the 5c
 
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