I don’t think smartphones ever will be capable of competing against DSLR’s with multiple lenses either. Digital pixel replication can only work so well and a decent lens on a proper camera will always be able to see what a smartphone cannot IMHO.
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iPhone 11 Pro The iPhone 11 Pros are the ugliest iPhones ever made
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damn...overreacting much? it's just a camera bump, get over it.
Other than that, the phone doesn't even look that bad.
Other than that, the phone doesn't even look that bad.
They have definitely put in a huge amount of work on this new camera. Why they felt the need to sacrifice so much of the aesthetics of it for a less than marginal jump is beyond me, IMO it's the most unattractive iPhone they've ever made. Can't wait to not buy it this time around.
That’s crazy talk the 6 and 6s looked way worse than this.
I actually think the way the designed the bump to be part of the glass back is actually really impressive/nice looking.
Those phones without the bulky monolithic lenses, agreed.
I'm still good with my XS Max until next year but as always I'll be looking forward most to the iOS upgrade.
How so?
The camera bump on the 6s+ is far smaller than this. Unless you are lumping the antenna lines in with that assessment? But if you are, that's not really part of the topic - which is about the camera bump itself.
As the owner of a 6s+ I take no joy in the back of the phone, but comparatively the smaller bump looks better on it than what's there on the 11 Pro.
I’m just talking looks in general.
there really is no comparison between the 6 cameras and the 11 pro. It’s like comparing the quality of a 480p video to a 4K video. It would be impossible to achieve the camera quality we have with a similar bump to the 6, and I’m not sure how else a triple camera setup could look much better.
People are a little too worried about/nitpicky about what iPhones look like, but yeah, it's the ugliest iPhone of all time.
I'm using the term "ugly" loosely here as I still think it's a beautiful device and I still think it looks better than anything else out there, but it's the "ugliest" iPhone ever made for sure.
I'm using the term "ugly" loosely here as I still think it's a beautiful device and I still think it looks better than anything else out there, but it's the "ugliest" iPhone ever made for sure.
That's the argument then isn't it?
Depending on whether you need this or not, it probably determines which side of the form/function argument you fall on.
I am just fine with what 2009 era phones provide in a camera. I don't need any of the other stuff, so the aesthetic is the thing for me. Others won't care because they need or want the capability.
I wonder how this is going to play out. It's been obvious for a few years now that Apple is pursuing those who want camera upgrades.
What makes it ugly? 3 camera lenses? I’m assuming there is a technical reason for camera layout the way it is. So should the camera be stagnant (or the phone a lot heavier) just for aesthetic purposes?
Because that’s why people buy new phones and it’s what the competition is doing. It would be a dereliction of duty for Apple to sacrifice camera improvements for aesthetics. The new Pixel is also going to have a camera bump like this but I’ll bet it doesn’t get nearly the attention as the iPhone 11 bump does. Certainly not if the pictures are amazing.
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That’s a valid point and it did make me think.
But then again, I suppose there’s a balance that Apple needs to strike. That camera bump is the ugliest yet and I’m pretty sure they could have come up with something more pleasing than that monstrosity.
I guess that all depends on whether you need/want the function that an upgraded camera provides. It would seem that if you do the aesthetic doesn't bother you, but if you don't (I don't need it) then the aesthetic does bother (possibly).
I think you’re out of luck because every smartphone maker is focusing on the camera. Unless you get the cheapest phone in a lineup. Then you might not have a camera bump.
lets be real though. How often are you looking at the back of your phone?
Also think about how you may have felt about the notch when it came out compared to now. I know i wasn't keen but i couldn't care less now. Im so used to it?
That kinda happened before with previous iPhones, but I guess there’s more lenses now so more chances of this happening.
What makes it ugly? 3 camera lenses? I’m assuming there is a technical reason for camera layout the way it is. So should the camera be stagnant (or the phone a lot heavier) just for aesthetic purposes?
Because that’s why people buy new phones and it’s what the competition is doing. It would be a dereliction of duty for Apple to sacrifice camera improvements for aesthetics. The new Pixel is also going to have a camera bump like this but I’ll bet it doesn’t get nearly the attention as the iPhone 11 bump does. Certainly not if the pictures are amazing.
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Yeah, the triple-camera bump. Make no mistake, I'm not saying they shouldn't have done it...they need to keep up with the competition along with improving their technology. But it definitely makes it a bit more of an eyesore.
IDK. Part of my reasoning for choosing the Pixel 3a XL was the fact that it's camera bump is quite small. I spend a number of years with a phone (typically 3.5-4 years) before I upgrade so it's also possible that either this camera fad will pass or technology will advance enough that it's possible to reduce or eliminate the bump.
Additionally, everyone keeps talking a redesign of the iPhone in 2020. I have hope yet, but we'll see.
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How many people set their phones down face down? I don't buy this argument when setting the phone down on the front seems to be a major thing.
As far as the notch, it was a non-issue to me, just like the bump is to you. Yet expressing an opinion about the notch on MR seems to be acceptable but not about the camera bump.
Expressing your opinion is fine, i'm just trying to make some of yous realise that maybe in time you'll get used to it and not care.
I've seen the leaks for ages now and honestly don't believe its bad as some of yous are making out.
Gotcha.
Have to say though that I've been waiting for the bump to go away since the iPhone 6/6+ was launched - so my opinion has only gotten stronger since 2014 as each new model has made the bump larger and larger.
I imagine you're right in regards to most Apple customers (if it's even something they notice) but there is a small group of us here on MR that continue to object to the camera bump.
I don't give a hoot about looks because it's going into a case as soon as I pull it out of the box. As to iPhone (Or any phone) vs DSLR it's not a direct competition. It's just not feasible to wear a DSLR hanging around your neck when you walk around doing every day tasks or working. I'm not saying it's impossible but I've never seen it done. Carrying a phone in your pocket is not only possible but most people do it. This way when something happens where you need to take a picture you can do so. Both have their purposes and one will not replace the other in the near future.
There's no "bump" when it's inside a case. Perhaps you have the $$$$ to carry around a $1000+ phone unprotected but most people I know don't do this.
Yep, same here, truly looking forward to iOS 13 on my XS Max
Busy running Public Beta 2 iOS 13.1 on my iPad Air 2, and I am thoroughly impressed.8