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Will iPhone X screen size satisfy Plus users?
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Holy crap my dumbass just realized that... that’s why it feels weird. Wow. I don’t know how I feel about it, like maybe claustrophobic? Idk hahha it’s such a foreign feeling!
The same goes for me, I joined my carrier's upgrade program.
But I strongly hope that the notch will be removed or implemented differently in a potential “X plus” larger model.
I just cannot watch it without thinking "I really don’t like it"!
This is the first time in my life that i walked into an Apple Store and didnt even consider an impulse buy (yay wallet).
The screen was way too small for my usage. The main reason i ever upgraded from my iPhone 6 was the bigger screen. Going back down to a smaller (narrower) screen felt like a damn expensive downgrade to me immediately
The screen was way too small for my usage. The main reason i ever upgraded from my iPhone 6 was the bigger screen. Going back down to a smaller (narrower) screen felt like a damn expensive downgrade to me immediately
I’m an 8+ owner and I’m currently using my wife’s iPhone X, and after about 12 usage of tinkering I am now 100% certain I would only be satisfied with an X-Plus.
I could get by with a 5.8” X but I do think the size and shape of the display results in a hit to experience because the X display offers less usable space and does make everything smaller compared to the 5.5” 8+.
However the X display is excellent. The OLED panel is incredibly impressive, especially after you tweak the calibration to suit your tastes.
I could get by with a 5.8” X but I do think the size and shape of the display results in a hit to experience because the X display offers less usable space and does make everything smaller compared to the 5.5” 8+.
However the X display is excellent. The OLED panel is incredibly impressive, especially after you tweak the calibration to suit your tastes.
This is true. The X will probably fit more hands comfortably than the Plus series. Though the new control Center gesture is a bit of a pain compared to swiping up from the bottom.
I thought it would but I'm taking it back. IMHO the phone is nice and works perfect. BUT I have big hands and the phones screen is to narrow for my liking. I have the 8 & 7 Plus now and I'm already missing the screen width. If a Plus version comes out then I'll check that one out and maybe get it?
Based on some store demo time, it won't.
This is more like a larger, and more spacious 4.7" in terms of usable screen real estate, than a shrunken 5.5". I've accepted that going to X from Plus is basically a return to the smaller form factor, in both screen size, and physical chassis size.
There are too many UI changes that eat into effective interaction space to consider all 18:9 5.8" to be as effective as the 16:9 5.5".
Aspect ratio matters, and depending on what you're doing (mobile vs desktop vs tablet), there is a sweet spot, and delicate balance on what's 'ideal'.
This is more like a larger, and more spacious 4.7" in terms of usable screen real estate, than a shrunken 5.5". I've accepted that going to X from Plus is basically a return to the smaller form factor, in both screen size, and physical chassis size.
There are too many UI changes that eat into effective interaction space to consider all 18:9 5.8" to be as effective as the 16:9 5.5".
Aspect ratio matters, and depending on what you're doing (mobile vs desktop vs tablet), there is a sweet spot, and delicate balance on what's 'ideal'.
I had both models this year and the X’s screen size is perfect, IMO. I wouldn’t want anything bigger.
I would, however, want a thinner and lighter design. For a device this size, it doesn’t feel premium, it just feels heavy. I correlate feather light and thin to premium, but that’s just me.
I would, however, want a thinner and lighter design. For a device this size, it doesn’t feel premium, it just feels heavy. I correlate feather light and thin to premium, but that’s just me.
Yes. Something to look forward to.
It's like Apple is rationing the excitement for a few years. While extending each product's design lifespan, and profitability.
I really don't like the iPhone X screen. I watch a lot of videos on my phone so aspect ratio matters for me and for what I see, videos dont look that well on the X. Also, I dont like the new status bar. Also I think the phone can't show tabs in safari like plus models (its basically considered a 4,7 model)
The only thing I like is the new gestures for app switchers and go home, but its not a must have because 3d touch app switcher on my 6s plus basically do the same thing.
The only thing I like is the new gestures for app switchers and go home, but its not a must have because 3d touch app switcher on my 6s plus basically do the same thing.
This is the best way for me to compare it. Feels like I was driving a Nissan Altima. And just traded it in for a fully loaded Nissan Versa. In this example the Versa may have more bells and whistles than the old Altima. But it would be a big adjustment to the fact its more compact.
That’s how I feel about my X. It has more bells and whistles than my prev model. And at the same time feels like I downgraded for some reason.
That’s how I feel about my X. It has more bells and whistles than my prev model. And at the same time feels like I downgraded for some reason.
Does anyone know the actual physical size in mm now of the X, the 7+/8+ and for comparison the S8 and S8+ please?
Also I know the X says 5.8" but if it was cut off straight, how bog is the X screen then please?
thanks
Also I know the X says 5.8" but if it was cut off straight, how bog is the X screen then please?
thanks
I have had the iPhone X since Friday the 3rd. After 4 days with it now I am not happy with the X screen size coming from the 7 Plus.
As many here probably know the width is the same as the 6, 7 and 8. The marketing pushes it as the X is the largest screen they have made. In reality the actual screen area is smaller than the Plus. Also, since the width is the same as the smaller iPhones the experience is almost exactly like using a smaller iphone and not using a Plus.
From apple: https://developer.apple.com/ios/human-interface-guidelines/overview/iphone-x/
"In portrait orientation, the width of the display on iPhone X matches the width of the 4.7" displays of iPhone 6, iPhone 7, and iPhone 8. The display on iPhone X, however, is 145pt taller than a 4.7" display, resulting in roughly 20 percent additional vertical space for content."
So many upgraded to the Plus because they wanted the large screen that Android users had enjoyed for so many years. Apple broke sales records once they finally caved and did this. Now they are selling the X as a larger screen phone but it really is not a large screen experience like a Plus.
The advantages of the X are just less scrolling when looking over lists in apps like email or agenda for example. However, viewing actual emails, images and videos side by side next to my 7 Plus everything is smaller and I am right back to the small phone I was trying to get away from.
I am quite certain apple will have an iPhone X Plus next year and there is another reason for us to spend $1500 for the big one next year to upgrade our tiny X screens.
I kept my 7 Plus and did not trade it in so I have 30 days with Verizon to return my X and go back to the 7 Plus. This is now where I am leaning and then waiting for the X Plus next year. If it is $1500 as I fear it may be though I will probably hold off on that until prices come down. No reason a phone with equivalent Android size/quality screen should be $1500 when Android users are buying them for under $900 new.
I do like the FaceID. It works. It is fast. The OLED screen is also nice on the X but then again the 7 Plus screen was also fine. I guess OLED we will gain some runtime as they use less power too and contrast ratio much better (blacker blacks).
On a sidenote, I always have a 2nd phone. For years it was an iphone but 5 years ago I had a Samsung S3. It was ok but iphone much better so 2nd phone went back to iphone. 5 years later I saw the Pixel 2 XL and as a heavy user of google services (gmail, calendar, youtube, google apps) I figured I would try it. Let me say I love this phone. The screen is massive next to the 7 Plus and even more massive next to the X now. Using any google service is so well integrated and you can do so many things that apple simply does not support or is unwilling to support.
Most hardcore apple fans will never try another phone but for those curious about a real pure android with actual OS updates in realtime this is the phone to get. The AI on this phone and assistant is spectacular. Squeeze the phone to get to google assistant and it is useful unlike Siri.
Will the Pixel 2 XL become my primary phone? I am trying to see if I can get off iMessage and use Verizon Messages to text from my ipads like I do now. If that does not work it could be a dealbreaker. If I do get it to work then the iphone just becomes my secondary. I never thought I would even consider using any Android phone as my primary but the Pixel 2 XL is a contender. All Samsung's I passed on as they do not have realtime OS updates or patches. They also force you into their bloatware and are starting to lock down their version of android (i.e. can't map bixby button to google assistant).
Samsung becoming more like Apple and not always doing what is best for the customer first. More worried about business model. Apple I cannot use Spotify, waze or google maps on CarPlay? Why? Because it is bad for apple business but would be good for consumers. Google this isn't the case. All my cars I'll be using the Pixel 2 XL with Android Auto so I can have the apps I really want to use..not the ones that I'm forced to.
As someone who used the 6 Plus for the last three years, I feel like the X has a comparable amount of screen real estate in real world usage, while simultaneously being much easier to hold and use with one hand. If Apple wants to come out with a larger version of this phone and get more sales, thats fine; but I would still be sticking with the current size.
My Opinion. I received my iPhone X on Friday. The device looks great, I like the new way of navigating. However, the device is small. The battery percentage is not available on screen only in the Control Center. I don’t like that. You also don’t see which Network you are on. When living close to a border you might get surprised if roaming is turned on,
I’ve had an iPhone 6 Plus for 3 years. I love the Plus size. The x screen size of 5.8 is misleading. It’s by far not as wide as the Plus. The ratio is smaller. The x is more like a normal sized iPhone. A plus lover and User will be a bit disappointed. I’m having a really hard time adjusting that’s why I’m looking to next year and hoping for an iPhone X Plus.
I’ve had an iPhone 6 Plus for 3 years. I love the Plus size. The x screen size of 5.8 is misleading. It’s by far not as wide as the Plus. The ratio is smaller. The x is more like a normal sized iPhone. A plus lover and User will be a bit disappointed. I’m having a really hard time adjusting that’s why I’m looking to next year and hoping for an iPhone X Plus.
Simple answer is No. If you love the size of the Plus model you won't like the current form factor of the iPhone X.
Apple clearly states that it is the same exact width as the standard 6, 7 and 8 iphone. So no change there and I agree the 5.8 is very misleading. You basically are getting a standard size iPhone with a a little more height (all of which is not usable thanks to the notch.
Source: Apple.com - https://developer.apple.com/ios/human-interface-guidelines/overview/iphone-x/
Screen Size
In portrait orientation, the width of the display on iPhone X matches the width of the 4.7" displays of iPhone 6, iPhone 7, and iPhone 8. The display on iPhone X, however, is 145pt taller than a 4.7" display, resulting in roughly 20 percent additional vertical space for content.
I had the 6 Plus, 6s Plus, and 7 Plus. So far I am loving the X. I love how it’s still a very nice size screen, sure it’s technically a smaller display area than the Plus models, however it hasn’t bothered me.
I like that it’s smaller in my pocket. And the OLED really pops.
The only thing I miss from the Plus models is the features in landscape mode, such as tabs in Safari.
I like that it’s smaller in my pocket. And the OLED really pops.
The only thing I miss from the Plus models is the features in landscape mode, such as tabs in Safari.