Who Will Wait For The iPhone Mini?

[tobefirst ⚽️]

Furthermore, I'm sure a lot less code would have to be adjusted than to make the code up from scratch. By your reasoning, having to create, from scratch, all that code should have been enough to prevent Apple from creating the first iPhone. Why would they do all of that? Why would they create a phone in the first place?

And like I said already, but seems to be ignored by all the people that want it so bad, Apple would need to create new software for this 'nano', and I don't see that happening.

Ignored, huh?

It seems you've ignored my comment. If you are resting your argument on all the code that has to be rewritten, then what would make them want to write the code in the first place? I have to imagine that adjusting the iPhone's code to fit a smaller screen, while difficult, has to be easier than writing everything from scratch, particularly because they have knowledge of what worked and what didn't, where the bugs came from, etc.

Here is the key: if Apple feels they can make more money off of all the code they have to rewrite than they could spending their money and time elsewhere, they'll do it. If the market is there, it'll happen.

For the record, I am not at all saying that it will happen. I'm just saying that it is possible. And, that if it did come out, I'd consider it for my next phone. I know that it might sound crazy to you, but people use cell phones that are smaller than the iPhone everyday, and yet their hands aren't all knarled from their palms cramping up. Amazing, I know.

 

[Shackler]

does no one here realize that Apple filed a patent for a flip/clamshell phone. i think it will come eventually. i just like when everyone doubted the the new iPod nano when the pics were leaked, thinking it would be ugly and hard to hold the same thing will happen with their next phone. probably much narrower than the one shown in this thread

 

[JPIndustrie]

It's funny, 'cuz I remember these exact same comments when there were rumors of a smaller, multi-colored 'mini' ipod running around. And look how well that sold.

It may not have as much storage, it may be missing some features - but there is a market for a smaller, more 'fashion-oriented' iPhone. It may not be soon, but knowing , they're adept at creating their own markets.

 

[DreamPod]

It wouldn't have the App Store, since no third-party apps would work in such a device (they are all designed for 480x320 resolution full-size screen). And that's a big deal.

 

[tom1971]

But the idea of an iPhone Nano is pretty stupid.

I fully agree

 

[carlosbutler]

fair enough, the smaller iphone looks prety cool. but whats the point of it??? ipod nano, yes, ihpone nano???? the point is that you have a HUGE great big screen so that you can touch the phone in 'amazing' ways according to apple.

id only get one if it was a lot cheaper, and a lot thinner.

otherwise a good idea

 

[crazychris3992]

But the idea of an iPhone Nano is pretty stupid.

I have to fully agree to this statement. It just looks plain-out stupidity.

 

[SFStateStudent]

Why would I want something that places the keyboard on a flimsy "whatever" 'cause that seems to be the only difference from my point of view. Ugliest mock-up I've seen. Gawd Awful Uuuugglly! Someone beat it with the Ugly Stick.

 

[kromekat]

Some clearer versions of the iPhone Flip and Keyboard Touch concept I did for MacLife - the Keyboard Touch is NOT based on any Apple patents that I am aware of - II was asked to do an Apple Optus style with multiple LED screen keys, but argued that that would be far less likely than a full touch surface (and not as cool!

Adam

 

[Van Wildonher]

When they get that keyboard working well it'll be sweet.

 

[bacaramac]

fair enough, the smaller iphone looks prety cool. but whats the point of it??? ipod nano, yes, ihpone nano???? the point is that you have a HUGE great big screen so that you can touch the phone in 'amazing' ways according to apple.

id only get one if it was a lot cheaper, and a lot thinner.

otherwise a good idea

I don't think the iPhone Nano is a stupid idea. I think it would be targeted to the iPod Nano users that want the touch, but think it is too big. You get a nice Nano and iPhone in one. Of course it would have to be cheap ($100 more then the Nano currently is).

 

[Syrus28]

Ya and then recreate, text, calendar, photos, camera, youtube, stocks, maps, weather, clock, CALCULATOR ESPECIALLY, notes, mail, and the phone features so it fits the screen properly. Of course they would probably have to modify where some of the new buttons go since they've lost space.

Then not only that, there would be 2 separate software updates that they would have to deal with.

And then people who got the Dev. Kit would probably wanna create software for both phones, so they'd have to create 2 pieces of software so each can run on both the iPhone and this iPhone 'nano' you people think is gonna come out.

RIGHT.........

Uhh... you make it sound like Apple isn't some multi-billionaire company with 20,00 employees.

First, they wouldn't have to modify the apps. What makes it different than different screen sizes on a laptop or iPod? As long as the programs are able to scale, it shouldn't be a problem at all... Do you think people have to create programs for every different screen size on a WinMo phone, or a Blackberry? No. Having different sizes is not something new. Its been done before. As long as they keep the same 480 x 320 resolution, I really don't see a problem.

Apple already has different software updates for every single product. iPod touch has different updates than the iPhone, and so forth.

Again, you assuming that the smaller screen would retain the same sized buttons and interface. Just make it scale like basically every other mobile phone out there (i.e. keep the same resolution)

Am I missing something? Why would that be so difficult?

 

[Slowreader]

Uhh... you make it sound like Apple isn't some multi-billionaire company with 20,00 employees.

First, they wouldn't have to modify the apps. What makes it different than different screen sizes on a laptop or iPod? As long as the programs are able to scale, it shouldn't be a problem at all... Do you think people have to create programs for every different screen size on a WinMo phone, or a Blackberry? No. Having different sizes is not something new. Its been done before. As long as they keep the same 480 x 320 resolution, I really don't see a problem.

Apple already has different software updates for every single product. iPod touch has different updates than the iPhone, and so forth.

Again, you assuming that the smaller screen would retain the same sized buttons and interface. Just make it scale like basically every other mobile phone out there (i.e. keep the same resolution)

Am I missing something? Why would that be so difficult?

Agree. This is a no no if there is a market and I am a living proof there is. I did not buy the first generation iPhone since it´s to big and clumsy. iPhone nano would be the perfect gadget for me, who just need a phone/musicplayer combo. Sure, its nice if you can use internet now and then, but compared to a Samsung or LG, who also make touchphones with a 2.8 screen, I guess os X and Safari is a better choice.