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What are some things to say when someone says "It's just/only a phone."

I respond, "JUST A PHONE?"
Then orchestra music begins to play and I break out into a dance routine and sing about why it's not just a phone.

*not me
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it is just a phone. it cost the same as any other phone. If you don't like it. Return it. If you like it. Keep it. It's that simple.

the point is nobody is holding a gun to your head. It's not like this is a communist phone. It's a gadget and a gadget that loses it's flair in one year. (more like 6 months). So for the time you spend complaining and whining, you are probably missing out on other things in life.

That's the point of when we say its just a phone. I know it hurts. This is the NEW IPHONE 4 MAN!!!!!! we all have been waiting for this. Its like the dream girl you have been waiting for, only to find out she's a nazi. and she has half a boob...if held wrong. I get it. It hurts and you don't want to let go.

but this time i'm saying...let go. There are plenty of phones in the sea.
 
Tell them that you're happy their phone has no problems.

But yours (and mine) do(es) has/have problems.
 
hurriance said:
It really is just a phone though. As great of a phone as it may be, it's not some magical product that will open the gates of heaven for you.
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True, but I can tell you that, compared to the Palms and Windows Mobile phones I had to live with not all that long ago, the iPhone IS pretty damn magical.
 
Your response should be

"Was Jesus just the son of GOD!?!?!"

Of course this is different from person to person, so adjust if necessary.
 
It is not just a phone. It is a phone with an issue.

Also, it's a glorified iPod Touch with wifi connection issues.

But whoever wants a phone, can buy one with no lengthy and expensive contract; and it can cost them as little as $30. With no dropping calls.
 
CJayC said:
I seem to get this a lot by people who think they're mature/cool. What could I say in retaliation?
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How about: "Yeah, you're right. It's silly to get worked up over a lump of metal, plastic, and glass. There are far more important things in the world to be concerned with." :D
 
Why would they be saying it?

Whatever the reason, "Indeed", is your best friend. You can use it in response to all manner of obnoxious statements, without the opposition knowing if you're agreeing or disagreeing.

And if you say it in just the right manner, it can deliver a deadly jab. Of course, they won't be sure of it and will likely slope off in search of a more satisfying target.
 
CJayC said:
I seem to get this a lot by people who think they're mature/cool. What could I say in retaliation?
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Ask them how long they could last without their phone. If they give an answer other than "I don't need one", then point out them needing a phone is not different than you needing your iphone.

If they DO say, "I don't need one," call their bluff, have them let you hold onto their phone and see how long they last.

No one will call your bluff despite what they say or excuses they give, again, proving they have no right to say "it's just a phone."

Only works, of course, with someone who has a phone. :p
 
Take out a pair of scissors and look ominously at their hand. Then say,

"It's just a finger."
 
WOW...Say it ain't so...It's a phone?!?!? Seriously???

(Personally, I KNOW it's a phone...Either that or I've been making calls ALL WEEK with two pieces of glass...)

Oh...and I get GREAT reception with mine...

Week 25...Factory 85
 
No, no ... you don't understand!

It's not just a phone -- it's a way of life.

My iPhone defines me. Who I am, how I perceive myself.

iPhone is inter-twined with every part of my psyche, my soul.

You can't look at me and tell where I stop and my iPhone starts.

I am NOTHING without my iPhone --- I don't EXIST without it.

Do you hear me!?? Do you get it, yet???

I don't think you do!!!

*then shoot him*



That's what I did, fwiw.
 
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