Depends on what they release. I usually upgrade every two, but rumors are all over the place about the price of the iPhone 8 or whatever it will be called
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Who’s keeping their 6s for another year?
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I believe the base price for the iPhone 8 will be just under $1000 starting. And of course then there is the iPhone 7s which will be priced significantly cheaper. Ultimately, it depends on the consumers interest in the latest device with the most technology Incorporated in the OLED model or the refined/incremental updated iPhone 7S.
I think it's still frustrating for people who are happy to spend iPhone flagship money, and want the OLED screen, but will have to pay another extended premium on top. OLED has long ceased to be a premium feature, but because it's new for Apple, that is exactly the marketing line. Personally I prefer LCD and have never been enthralled by Samsung's screens, but it's become a standard consumer demand.
I agree with you that the individual decides on the interest level of what they are willing to buy, but once again Apple are channeling the consumer towards a choice. You either pay the standard and get a lazy update, or pay a third of the price again to get an S8 competitor. It's just a little kick in the teeth for those of us that have been adding to their profit over the years.
Agreed. It's definitely encouraged me to just not play their game anymore, not chase the flagship this year and simply buy a phone that meets my needs instead.
Most of us here are happy to pay a premium for iOS and the generally better thought out Apple hardware, but I'm not interested in paying a premium on top of that premium and being taken for a mug - or in paying the "standard" new flagship premium and ending up with something sub-par and second class.
I feel the same, but unfortunately the fact that the networks still effectively subsidize phone purchases by offering interest free credit means that the price of the phone is largely irrelevant and will just keep creeping up.
I'll be keeping my 6S for another year to see what Apple brings in 2018. I mean there's no reason to dump my 6S when I have not even fully maximize its utility.
My only concern is its battery. It doesn't die as quick as my old iPhone 5, but it's just not getting the longevity it used to. If its performance is still fine on iOS12, I'll probably just replace its battery and extend it further for another year.
Of course if Apple rolled out its iPhone upgrade program worldwide, I'll ditch it right away and get whatever latest iPhone.
My only concern is its battery. It doesn't die as quick as my old iPhone 5, but it's just not getting the longevity it used to. If its performance is still fine on iOS12, I'll probably just replace its battery and extend it further for another year.
Of course if Apple rolled out its iPhone upgrade program worldwide, I'll ditch it right away and get whatever latest iPhone.
I am keeping my 6S+ and my SE. I find 3,5 mm headphone-ports useful and I will use all my current Apple products until they stop working. Getting rid of surplus stuff, saving and getting debtfree are more important in my life than even slimmer gadgets right now.
This is exactly where I am. Frankly it's insulting to provide hardware that is just now getting on par with leading competitors' devices from 2015/16 and ask consumers to pay double-premium for it. It's equally insulting to not even put that tech in the 7s and charge full flagship price for it. Imagine if the Galaxy S8 looked like a somewhat shinier version of the S6 Edge and touted faster charging and a faster processor as its upgrades. This forum would go nuts bashing Samsung. But guess what: the 7s is going to be a shinier (and more fragile) iPhone 6 with a better camera, wireless charging, and a faster processor. And it will be flagship cost.
Forget that. There isn't enough difference in capability between the 7 and the rumored 8/Pro/Edition for me to even bother with it. I'm gonna buy a refurbished 7 when I get a chance. I want a bigger screen that should be able to get me at least through iOS12 smoothly.
I'll wait for the official announcements and see if there is some compelling, to me, feature I'd like to have. So far the 6s+ has been the best phone yet for me and I am completely satisfied with it.
Maybe, will have to see and think, I want a better camera really. And the waterproofing would be nice. I may look at the 7 Plus or the 7 when the prices drop, the 7S won't have anything worth it over the 7. But will probably want the 8 but the rumoured price will be just stupid in the U.K.
I was thinking of the 7 Plus but it's a big upgrade size wise over the 6S. However it will most likely cost half that of the new iPhone 8!!
I was thinking of the 7 Plus but it's a big upgrade size wise over the 6S. However it will most likely cost half that of the new iPhone 8!!
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I have a 6s plus. I’ll likely keep it another year if this new phone is $1k and tamobikendoesnt do a free wth trade offer (I’d probably go as far as $200 down, or better yet $2-300 divided up in 24 payments. Absolutely will not be plopping down a grand up front on a phone. Just not happening. I’d be quicker to jump on an LTE Watch.
I think I'll probably keep my 6s for another year. I just received a replacement due to faulty Bluetooth so have a new battery and the 6s still performs great for my use. With the 2017 iPad having the same processor and the SE basically the same as the 6s, I think Apple will support this iPad, the 6s, and the SE for a while yet. No need to rush into anything and spend a lot for an upgrade if I don't need it. The 6s feels like a phone I could easily hold on to for three or more years, like I did with the 4S.
I have a inkling i'm feeling it, but i also bought a new iPad Pro 10.5", so i maybe getting use to switching back and forth between smooth animations, quick opening of apps and the screen in general of the iPad Pro
This is also true. Because iPhones or any smart phone as expensive they are, most do not pay out right for them anymore, as they make monthly payments. So They don't necessarily factor the entire price point of the phone when they first see it, but more so
The monthly installed payment. And most carriers offer trade in incentives, which also helps lower the overall price of the newest device.
We are noticing the monthly fee jump considerably and the one off handset price too. In the UK we don't seem to get trade in deals that are worthwhile and it's becoming increasingly difficult to hide the price hike of these phones. The cost of iPhones in dollars translates the same into pound sterling and with our pound being so weak, we're paying nearly a third of the price more again. It's putting a real downer on these releases as they are appearing to either be unaffordable to many or just unscrupulously overpriced.
I know the common response is 'but Apple are releasing another rehashed iPhone 6 at the previous premium price, so the lions share of iPhone owners can just buy that'.. However that is pretty uninspiring.
I've avoided Android and still think the operating system is inferior to iOS in terms of stability and longevity. But I am seriously wondering if that could be considered a trade off if some manufacturers are offering more exciting tech at a more reasonable price? Many see this as Apple finding a new market for selling a premium device. I see it as taking the piss out of loyal customers and offering industry standard features with an arrogant marketing spin. I'm not willing to be a mug this time around.
Only from reading, but I have heard that the pricing the UK for iPhones is quite expensive and your limited with options. So I can understand the frustration there. But I do think other competitor hardware to the iPhone is certainly something to consider. Take Samsung for example, the Galaxy Note 8/S8, both great devices with some nice advancements. But ultimately, as most know with Apple, it's the iOS experience in the long run. Android has come along way, but I have been so heavily involved with iOS over the years, I think the transition into another device with android would be a huge adaptation for me.
But when considering the iPhone in terms of resale, it doesn't necessarily hold value all that well beings it's a device updated annually, but it does amaze me how quickly an iPhone does sell. Even broken iPhones sell fast. The iPhone just has this strong following with a name attached to it.
No doubt iOS has a premium but when Apple starts charging a 500 dollar premium just for iOS, I think it's starting to pinch me. I usually don't sell my latest iPhone to buy the newer one but now it's seeming that way.
Even if I skip this year, I think Apple have set the iPhone pro as the phone to get all the attention.Just how many times will I have to keep buying this rehash
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I'm not quite as locked in to iOS, I just prefer its ease of use with no fuss. I don't have many paid for apps and mostly use google services. My Apple Watch is the only tie I have to the iPhone really. I do think I'm going to see more of my associates exploring different options though. Last year was quite telling when very few went for the iPhone 7. I've never known such a muted buzz for an iPhone release, especially a first edition model. I'm trying to decide if I keep buying older iPhones going forward with older technology at a premium, or just explore Android? It's not ideal but I feel I'm being forced somewhat. Uninspiring times indeed.
Edit: I have an iPad too, in fact it came yesterday so I'd still get my iOS experience from that.
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Another forum member (Eyoungren) has similar thoughts yours with wanting to dabble into the Android experience, mainly because of the iPhone features/hardware not meeting the expectations for the increased price points. And what I told him, was there
Is nothing wrong with trying an Android device, if you don't, then perhaps you will never know if you might enjoy the other side. At least you can create a balance of what you prefer based off experiences between operating platforms.
I was using Android between 2008 and 2012, but appreciate its come a long way since. Ironically I jumped to the iPhone when it became more affordable with the iPhone 5. Back then carriers were crying out for your business and you could pretty much tell them how much you wanted to pay. It's moving away from that now though and prices are rapidly creeping up. My contract is up next year so i'll decide then. If the next iPhone is released at a sensible price I might remain there, if it doesn't I think i'll consider other options. It's a sad state of affairs though when an operating system is the only feature that is competitive. If Apple messed up iOS, it would make the choices a lot easier lol.
Loads of people where I work have switched to Android, purely because of price. Hardcore Apple users won't switch but most 'normal', none tech-obsessed people are happy with it. The geekier ones have gone for OnePlus, the ones who are more bothered about fashion have gone for Samsung.
My work phone is stock Android and it's pretty good, it's not iOS quality, but it's close. It's not like the radical difference between iOS and Windows Phone, which is an appalling operating system.
When Apple launched the iPhone 7 it increased the price of all iPhones claiming Brexit was to blame, it then also increased the iPhone 7 pricing on top of that... funny that it also increased prices in other countries with nothing to do with Brexit. So it has made a lot of people think about buying an iPhone over here value wise. If your going to replace it after two years why spend so much money etc?
I like many as you say want the iOS experience, the it just works, mostly aspect.
I need 128gb really, but I just don't know if I can bring myself to spend what I think will be £1100 ish on a phone...
I'll see what the iPhone 7 pricing is looking like when they drop. The price of a brand new iMac for a phone.. an iMac will last a hell of a lot longer too!