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iPhone nano - don't just dismiss it as a silly idea
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Why does it have to be an XBox killer? Look at how much money apple have made from the App store already. The iPhone and Touch aren't killing of the DS or PSP but are profitable revenue streams. Apple are doing well with movies, TV shows, music, and now apps with their foray into gaming. If it continues to be profitable for them why would muscling in/expanding distribution of other digital content seem that far-fetched?
The most innovative phone is history also doesn't compete with most phones due to the price. They are in two different markets IMHO.
And they wouldn't be able to text photos, since by the time this is released, MMS would only be available on the regular iPhone.
OK they could have txt sex. Anyways, I don't see why Apple would want to get into that market.
Don
No I don't. My friends describe me with the song "Start Me Up" by The Rolling Stones, because of the lyric "If you start me up I'll never stop".
Don
The iPhone nano: It's a silly idea.
Or maybe you chose to completely ignore logic and reason for your argument.
Or maybe you chose to completely ignore logic and reason for your argument.
Maybe to phase out the iPods? Or maybe because they would make money off it?
Man you watch to much Boston Legal.
I'm saying that the phone would be targeted at the market that is comprised of preteen wannabe diva b*tch*s.
Maybe to phase out the iPods? Or maybe because they would make money off it?
Man you watch to much Boston Legal.
Why would they want to phase out their most profitable product? And I know I do.
Don
I'm sorry but I'm just not feeling this argument. I think its a cool idea, thats not practical. Getting into preteen diva wannabees is just dumb
I heard somewhere that they are not going to phase ut the iPod, just the click wheel.
I don't think i'd like that.
Because they are pushing for the iPhones to take over. The people who buy the iPods also buy cell phones. Why not get a phone and an iPod for cheaper than the price of a regular nano (if it was in the $99 price range). Face it, not everyone wants to spend money on a smart phone. A regular phone from Apple would make perfect sense.
BTW: I watch Boston Legal as well. Love the show, wish it wouldn't have gone off air.
But there are still are people who don't want to/can't pay for a $40+ phone bill each month.
I'm really ticked at ABC for pulling BL. I hope that their new reality BS fails miserably. Hopefully NBC or another network will pick up a spinoff.
Don
I like your thought on this..... but I think it will have all the apps that the iPhone 3G has and will only have Wifi.... like you pointed out... internet, but not for on-the-go
If the phone sells and makes Apple money, then yes, it does make sense. Sounds like your "reasoning" is based on emotion, and you think Apple products should only be sold to those who "deserve" to own them.Do you get angry when you see stupid kids with iPods, too?
http://gizmodo.com/5116858/iphone-nano-case-product-page-product-pics-shown-off-by-xskn
Seems kind of weird a company would make a case for a nonexistant phone. Hmmm.
Seems kind of weird a company would make a case for a nonexistant phone. Hmmm.
Although I am not totally against the nano idea, I don't think it's practical to make a "cheaper" version when the user would have to pay $30 a month for data. People who can pay $30 extra a month aren't looking for a cheaper phone. If you can't afford a regular iphone, you can't afford one that is $150 cheaper if you still pay for data.
I would be surprised if the nano had a "no data" option, making it even cheaper. Maybe some would like it simply because it is smaller, but the iphone's size has not been a common complaint anyway
I would be surprised if the nano had a "no data" option, making it even cheaper. Maybe some would like it simply because it is smaller, but the iphone's size has not been a common complaint anyway
Ok, I get that. But if it was just texting and phone, it would be the cheapest plan that all the other phones have.
Also, come to think of it, I doubt they will phase out iPods for the reason that not everyone wants a phone bill.
Boston Legal was such a good show! I was really disappointed to see them pull it. I wonder why the got rid of it. All the new shows on ABC and NBC suck anyway.
It's still a monthly fee, which doesn't exist with iPods.
They pulled because it didn't have the best ratings, and because advertisers didn't like that it targeted an older audience, Which is BS because I'm only 14 and I love that show.
Don
Yea my Mom actually watched the show which got me into it. So if it's enough humor for the 14 and 15 year olds of this world, why can't everyone watch it?
But that's enough off topic discussion for this thread! Anyway, I'm interested to see where Apple is going with the new product lines. Seems like they are starting to mix it up.
The iPhone Nano could always be for those of us with no need to compensate for anything.
Seriously, people who keep posting these stupid threads about the "iPhone Nano" are just setting themselves up for trouble.
Attention seekers perhaps?
Just chill and wait for Macworld.
Seriously, people who keep posting these stupid threads about the "iPhone Nano" are just setting themselves up for trouble.
Attention seekers perhaps?
Just chill and wait for Macworld.
Most of the people I've seen advocating for an iPhone Nano are suggesting a smaller device without a full web browser... why would they need data?I agree, a device that is essentially a smaller iPhone would a) not accomplish anything, and b) cost more than a regular iPhone. I envision an iPod Nano-based iPhone, with limited data capability (mobile browser) and no mandatory data plan...
Did you bother to read any of the literature on why people think it IS going to happen? Apparently not....