The thing is if a theoretical 16GB iPhone 11 Pro existed it would only have 13GB or so of space available to use after the OS and etc takes the space required.
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iPhone 11 Pro Is 64GB enough for your iPhone?
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The thing is if a theoretical 16GB iPhone 11 Pro existed it would only have 13GB or so of space available to use after the OS and etc takes the space required.
On 32GB iPad, System uses ~5GB and Other uses another ~3-5GB on the low end. At this point in time, 32GB really is minimum workable even if all you install are streaming and cloud storage apps.
I would say it's more like 32. Do-able but you definitely feel limited if you like to shoot video / install some apps
I don't know what the big deal about 64GB is as its PLENTY for my needs. I take photos, shoot some video in standard resolution, have apps, and do much more. For any real photography I am not using a phone anyways as I have a Canon Camera, and Video Camcorder for these tasks.
When I record my sermons I use a Sony Voice Recorder which has far more features and is more powerful than any phone.
A phone is a phone. Stop trying to make it replace a real camera, camcorder, and digital voice recorder.
I just got a iPhone X 256GB... previously I had a iPhone 8 128GB and I’ve only used 22.4GB, but I already know that 64GB wouldn’t have been enough. Since I just got the phone today I know I’m not done adding more apps, music & movies.
Also, I believe that every year the iOS updates get bigger which means less storage for the user? Correct me if I’m wrong.
Also, I believe that every year the iOS updates get bigger which means less storage for the user? Correct me if I’m wrong.
The whole point of a smartphone is to replace all those and more with one device. If we want to stick to the mindset of - a phone is a phone - then we’d still be using the phones from 1800s.
It's already done that.
When was the last time you saw some idiot with a camcorder on his shoulder? Now you just see idiots with their phones.
And the iPhone *is* a camera. It totally destroys my Nikon D5200 in most scenarios, especially low light. And I've yet to use a "real" consumer camera that can out-perform the iPhone with 4K video, or 1080p for that matter.
Because people want to carry all those . For most people the phone is good enough for most people.
If you are using the correct settings and lens then I find it difficult to believe your iPhone ‘destroys’ a Nikon D5200. With such a tiny sensor, lens and digital pixel replication, the iPhone shouldn’t be a match even for an entry level DSLR like that.
It really depends on what you want to store on your phone ofcourse...
I upgraded from 32 bc that definitely wasn't enough and now have 64 and still doing fine.
I don't think a PHONE needs THAT much storage? Use your pc or something lol
I upgraded from 32 bc that definitely wasn't enough and now have 64 and still doing fine.
I don't think a PHONE needs THAT much storage? Use your pc or something lol
Apple have invested heavily with the iPhone's camera software and it's almost impossible to not get a great shot. It's especially apparent with the 11 Pro & Samsung are doing similar things with their excellent S20 family.
Consumer DSLR's are basic clunky mechanical things. A professional expert will of course get great results from a camera, but I am not one. I'm competent but when I am at an event the iPhone delivers consistently, every single time. No faffing around with settings, dials and lenses. Just point, shoot & get an excellent image.
You should re-watch last Septembers keynote. They went into detail about what the 11 & 11 Pro can do - all thanks to software. It's not marketing BS.
Of course if I wanted to print my images or use them commercially then I would use a professional camera.
My point about video still stands though. The performance is exceptional & Apple don't really get the credit they deserve here.
This “a phone is a phone” argument went out the window the day the phone got a Calendar and Alarm clock function. I cannot believe people still use it in 2020.
This is the most personal piece of tech in all of human history, your phone knows you better than your own spouse. A phone knows that random call you got at 1PM from a Telemarketer and that shortcut you took for the first time to get home, as well as that text you got from an ex that you ignored, things you immediately forget or don’t want to reveal, this is the one device that can build a full profile on you and your habits.
It stopped being “just a phone” decades ago.
I don’t think people fully appreciate what a critical piece of technology a smartphone is.
Jeff Bezos learnt this REAL quick.And there’s nothing wrong with expecting more from smartphones, the technology is there, or in development.
Who would have thought phones would have clear 2x, 3x and 5x Optical zoom cameras without having to be over 10mm thick while also having access to Gigabyte internet, battery lasting a full day with a +HD screen, PC level storage and RAM etc.... All in your pocket.
This.This “a phone is a phone” argument went out the window the day the phone got a Calendar and Alarm clock function. I cannot believe people still use it in 2020.
It stopped being “just a phone” decades ago.
I don’t think people fully appreciate what a critical piece of technology a smartphone is.Jeff Bezos learnt this REAL quick.
And there’s nothing wrong with expecting more from smartphones, the technology is there, or in development.
Who would have thought phones would have clear 2x, 3x and 5x Optical zoom cameras without having to be over 10mm thick while also having access to Gigabyte internet, battery lasting a full day with a +HD screen, PC level storage and RAM etc.... All in your pocket.
Yes for basic functions the phone is good enough. However for more features I would rather use my Canon camera, camcorder, and Sony voice recorder.
Have you ever tried to use the iPhone camcorder or voice recorder or are you just hell-bent on not even trying to use them? Not trying to argue, just wondering.
I use them all the time. Not nearly as nice as my canon camcorder and Sony voice recorder.
Yea I'd rather have more speed and things like under screen touch ID already than improved cameras. Nice to be able to do a bunch of things in a pinch, but doesn't have to master non phone things, driving up the price more. What the heck will the prices of the highest capacity new Samsung Ultra phone be. The base is already $1400! Even with installments, you are paying more than your share of the phone plan anymore.