I normally upgrade every two years, but I'm not sure I will again until there's a flip version. (But I probably will next year, from a Mini to a Pro, not max)
I really like my Samsung Flip3... (I have 2 phones)
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Will the iPhone 14 Be a Disappointment?
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I really like my Samsung Flip3... (I have 2 phones)
As always, it will be a "disappointment", but it kind of depends on who you are asking. Every disappointment is still a worthwhile upgrade to those with very old phones.
The 6.7-inch mainstream model will be a best seller, almost guaranteed.
iPhone 14 Pro is a form factor change, so again will attract sales.
iPhone 14 Pro is a form factor change, so again will attract sales.
while I have done the same, unless you want to swap SIMs, 2 phones active at the same time would require 2 service contracts ... plus, your friends/family will now have 2 phone #s to remember
Mini is going away, which is their most practical iPhone. Massive dissapointment.
I see some thoughtfulness going into these editorials. I like to read them because as much as I consider myself well versed in Apple's going-ons, the authors of these pieces are more knowledgable.
The thing is, they are what they are, speculative editorials. I would like to see whoever is writing these articles use their name and speak in the first person. That is, "I am inclined to believe... because..." Even better, I would rather see them do a point-counterpoint with two named authors. Maybe a weekly column this:
1. Let them both write their thoughts on a topic.
2. Have them send it to the editor for inclusion who also shares it with the other party.
3. Let them write a rebuttal to the other person's claims.
4. Open the comments for further discussion.
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Well, if I don’t feel like swapping the Sim card I do have a burner phone number on my bill. Remember the old days when you would carry a burner line so you can upgrade to the new iPhones every year 😃 how times have changed.while I have done the same, unless you want to swap SIMs, 2 phones active at the same time would require 2 service contracts ... plus, your friends/family will now have 2 phone #s to remember
Can't you download the eSim to your Phones? I've never owned an iPhone but I would think they would support eSim's.
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It’s not making any money for Apple. Plus the battery life and camera are outdated. Sad to see it go. But, Apple is not about to sit here and lose money on the mini. It just didn’t do well in sales.
Based on what's rumored so far, I don't think it's worth it to upgrade from an iPhone 12. Even iPhone 11 maybe.
It's not making any money? I find it really hard to believe that the mini is losing Apple money.
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Yes sir, you can. eSim's are easier and more reliable but I'm very old school. I prefer the physical SIM card. It's just easier and you just swap it out. Works like magic, plus all your data gets transferred via iCloud automatically and instantly. Makes everything seamless.
when was the last time an iphone release wasn't a disappointment?
Never gonna happen on a Pro model.
I hope it will be a disappointment with more to resolve with the 15 release. T-Mobile will be finishing the monthly credit paying off my current "free" iPhone about the time the 15 is released. Then I will see how I can snag a free iPhone 15.
Same. Love the mini. Know I’m in the minority.
I’m not sure what mass audience innovations we can reasonably expect to see moving forward. Significant battery life improvements? Under screen camera and/or fingerprint detection? Those are about the only ones that come to mind that might appeal to a ton of folks.
Most of the super specific things I see here and in other tech blogs seem to matter to a small segment of the user base.
I'm so glad I don't need to waste $$$ this year on an upgrade. I'm so past it now. I couldn't care less about having the latest phone - unless it really does something amazing. These iterative updates.. yawn.
Will the iPhone 14 Be a Disappointment?
Those who worry before it is necessary, worry more than is necessary.
Those who worry before it is necessary, worry more than is necessary.
I was initially going to get the 14 because my X is feeling 𝘴𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘭𝘺 old (despite its new-ish 100% £20 3210mAh knock-off battery,) but the (recent news of) lack of USB-C means I’ll be waiting for the 15 now at the earliest.
This also gives me time to evaluate the 48MP "retina" back-facing camera.
Also, the Alpine Green is something that I never knew I wanted, but now I want, so a 15 mid-cycle Alpine Green is probably when I drop another £1k.
Using my Pixel 4a for holiday photos this year instead.
This also gives me time to evaluate the 48MP "retina" back-facing camera.
Also, the Alpine Green is something that I never knew I wanted, but now I want, so a 15 mid-cycle Alpine Green is probably when I drop another £1k.
Using my Pixel 4a for holiday photos this year instead.
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Not having an iPhone 14 mini pro option is the only disappointment for me. I’ll never get the giant phones and the regular pro is larger than I’d like. I guess I’ll keep my 13 mini (which I wish was a 13 mini pro) a lot longer.