That's exactly what I think. It would be very Un-Apple but as of right now we don't know if it out of the realm of possibilities lol...
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iPhone 5 or earlier What does iPhone 5C's "C" mean? (merged)
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That's exactly what I think. It would be very Un-Apple but as of right now we don't know if it out of the realm of possibilities lol...
I can just imagine them on stage, everyone invited to the Sept 10th event. Unveiling the 5C and then say, "These are for China only." Lol
And then everyone claps. Lol
And then everyone claps. Lol
The 3 C's of iPhone 5C
iPhone 5C, the "C" could stand for:
Color - Multiple color choices, attracting a younger demographic 12-19 year olds with focus on the female demographic as well
China - For the Chinese and surrounding Asian market
Cost - Cost effective for those consumers looking to spend less
What do you guys think?
*Of course Apple would never publicly market the 5C as cheap but we all know it will be cheaper
iPhone 5C, the "C" could stand for:
Color - Multiple color choices, attracting a younger demographic 12-19 year olds with focus on the female demographic as well
China - For the Chinese and surrounding Asian market
Cost - Cost effective for those consumers looking to spend less
What do you guys think?
*Of course Apple would never publicly market the 5C as cheap but we all know it will be cheaper
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If you had any common sense, it's obvious cheaper = a greater demographic, in this case, with the younger demographic, parents will be more susceptible to buying their kid an iPhone since it'll be cheaper.
Also if you look at the Asian cell phone market, like the Korean ones for example, you'll see the colors that are used there are very similar to the ones that leaked for the 5C
Apple's philosophy has never been cater to everyone. It has always been "create something and make people think they want it". It has worked so well.
Apple made the iPod Touches to attract the younger demographic here in the US, I don't see many 30 or 40 year olds using their bubblegum blue iPod Touch, I see a lot of kids using them.
I believe Apple is going to differentiate the iPhone into 2 markets, the average user and the Pro user, similar to like what they did with the MacBook and the MacBook Pro
I believe Apple is going to differentiate the iPhone into 2 markets, the average user and the Pro user, similar to like what they did with the MacBook and the MacBook Pro
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Also, to take away possible sales from cheaper Android OS devices (I think).
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No maker would make something badged "CHEAP".
If its 5C, and it's available in multiple colours, it's more logical to be 5 Color/Colour.
Can anyone really see Apple stand up and say "Today we launch the iPhone 5 CHEAP, because its for cheapskates".
Yes I know that 5C stands for Color but the "C" could represent the other factors I mentioned. Of course Apple wouldn't say that, to think so is naive man.
Never said that all Asians are Chinese, which is why I said surrounding Asian market, and I agree with your second point.
Doesn't do Apple any good to have a device that everyone wants if 95% of the world's population can't afford it. Apple makes more money off it's mobile devices after the sale (via media and apps sales) than they do on the actual sale of the device. Providing the world with a device it can afford is a necessity if Apple wishes to stem the growth of Android's market share.
These are already the most popular groups for iOS devices. Just because you're an adult you assume people aged 12 - 19 can't afford a $200 metal iPhone?
The 5C is aimed towards people buying phones at non-subsidized prices
Steming off Android is like trying to stop Windows using Macs. It won't happen due to the sheer nature of Android. Remember, iPhone OS is exclusive to Apple only, while Android can be installed on several devices.
Apple was bound to loose the marketshare battle ever since Google introduced Android. What Apple needs really is to create a nice foundation on loyal customers who will enter and stay within the i-Ecosystem.
'C' for colour makes no sense. They've produced and sold loads of products in the past with lots of colour options, and they've never used a 'C' to designate them as "colour" especially when the 5S will have 4 different colours from which to choose.
'C' could mean "classic" or even more aligned with Apple's strategy it could mean "Cloud".
'C' for "cheap" is just silly nonsense.
My money is on "classic" or "cloud" or something else entirely no one has thought of.
iPhone 5C, the "C" could stand for:
Color - Multiple color choices, attracting a younger demographic 12-19 year olds with focus on the female demographic as well
China - For the Chinese and surrounding Asian market
Cheap* - To be made available at a considerable cheaper price than the 5S
What do you guys think?
*Of course Apple would never publicly market the 5C as cheap but we all know it will be cheaper
i agree. definitely color, not cheap. the word cheap would piss off a lot of people... even thought they ARE buying it cheap.
should stand for crap though... i think its quite an unwise step for Apple in terms of their ethos. Apple always seemed to be the luxury brand of technology, it would be like rolex starting to sell plastic watches for $10
I hope you are kidding. How many times does someone have to say this? Did you just come up with this on your own right now?
