New iPhone/iPhone5/iPhone 2012 Thread

[MrMastodonFarm]

Originally Posted by oilyfan

This is such a ridiculous statement I don't even know where to start.

Well, go on.

[Regulator75]

Originally Posted by oilyfan

This is such a ridiculous statement I don't even know where to start.

You feel that sting, big boy? That's the truth messing with you.

Spoiler!

[oilyfan]

Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm

Well, go on.

On par with saying that android users only buy them because they are cheap

[Bertuzzied]

Originally Posted by OldDutch

I am strongly learning to getting this. I would buy an unlocked though, so I can sell it at any time if Android finally gets a Retina level display. That is a big sell point for me, and something Samsung has come close but not matched yet.

http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/12/i...etition-fight/

I always wondered why there are no true Retina level phones for Android. I recently read that it was because of the fragmented nature of Android that it would be major overhead to also add Retina support for a few models. That is what you are seeing a Win 8 phone get it first.

Anyways, iPhone may not be the gadget king, but I use my iPhone mostly for reading web pages, and email. That alone is a reason I won't switch yet. I may entertain Nokia Win 8 phone, but for sure not a Android.

Also, this whole walled garden is BS. You can jailbreak your iPhone, and I haven't heard of one hack that I would want on Android, that my jail broken iPhone can't do.

Both OS are great, but for now, there is no reason for me to switch to a "mighty" S3.

If all you use your phone for is to read emails and to surf the web, wouldn't a 4.8 inch screen be way better than a 4 inch screen? seems like a no brainer.

[polak]

Originally Posted by Red

Or maybe they are just customers that buy things from a company that has a long standing great reputation for building quality products?

Just like people buy BMWs over faster Cobalts, or Colgate over some generic brand toothpaste etc. And with the phone, the price is the same as any upscale android so it’s not like you have to pay a heavy price.

Just a matter of choice.

What is the point of upgrading to every single model that they put out then?

If they're such fine quality products they should work and relatively up to date for at least one or two generations. I'm using a Nokia E71 right now (lost my S3) that has worked PERFECTLY for 4 years. Thats a fine, quality product.

Originally Posted by oilyfan

On par with saying that android users only buy them because they are cheap

As long as you're not getting the flagship phones, then they are pretty cheap.

You can buy a new HTC for like $300 outright and it can do all the basic things that Apple users claim is all they need in a phone.

[Red]

Originally Posted by polak

What is the point of upgrading to every single model that they put out then?

If they're such fine quality products they should work and relatively up to date for at least one or two generations. I'm using a Nokia E71 right now (lost my S3) that has worked PERFECTLY for 4 years. Thats a fine, quality product.



As long as you're not getting the flagship phones, then they are pretty cheap.

You can buy a new HTC for like $300 outright and it can do all the basic things that Apple users claim is all they need in a phone.

My wife is using a 3GS and has no desire to upgrade.
Who upgrades a phone every year? We know that no android user upgrades from a S2 to S3 right? Ever....

You have a very selective way of looking at things.

[PeteLFan]

Android users might be the most annoying out there.

[Senator Clay Davis]

Apple once again showing what an "innovative" company they are...indeed they aren't. In fact Apple isn't going to be getting much more innovative anytime soon. Their R&D spending levels aren't even amongst the top-50 companies in the world, and where they once spent 7.5% of revenues on R&D between 2001 and 2003, they now spend less than 2.5% of that on R&D. But why spend the money to innovate when people will buy your products even if one generation to the next is only a 5-10% difference in feautures?

[MickMcGeough]

Originally Posted by polak

What is the point of upgrading to every single model that they put out then?

Cause I'm a nerd that can afford it?

[polak]

Originally Posted by Red

My wife is using a 3GS and has no desire to upgrade.
Who upgrades a phone every year? We know that no android user upgrades from a S2 to S3 right? Ever....

You have a very selective way of looking at things.

I'm referring to the people who buy all apple products despite logic.

The fact that there are IPad owners out there who want an IPad mini should tell you that Apple fanboys are mindless cult followers.

Originally Posted by MickMcGeough

Cause I'm a nerd that can afford it?

If you were a nerd than you wouldn't be getting an IPhone... Do you happen to own a fixed gear bike as well?

[HELPNEEDED]

Originally Posted by polak

I'm referring to the people who buy all apple products despite logic.

The fact that there are people out there who want an IPad mini should tell you that Apple fanboys are mindless cult followers.

Remind me, why are you in the Iphone 5 thread?

[oilyfan]

Originally Posted by polak

I'm referring to the people who buy all apple products despite logic.

The fact that there are IPad owners out there who want an IPad mini should tell you that Apple fanboys are mindless cult followers.



If you were a nerd than you wouldn't be getting an IPhone... Do you happen to own a fixed gear bike as well?

Or maybe, just maybe, there are people out there looking to get an affordable ipad?

[polak]

Originally Posted by oilyfan

Or maybe, just maybe, there are people out there looking to get an affordable ipad?

Weird. They should probably look at the millions of other tablets out there that are significantly cheaper then the IPad.

Crazy thought... You know, not buying an Apple product.

Originally Posted by HELPNEEDED

Remind me, why are you in the Iphone 5 thread?

I was staying out until the specs came out and then I saw people saying that apple had market dominance and I just couldn't resist.

Sorry, I forgot that this thread was ment for all Apple fanboys to praise each others great taste and pat each other on the back.

I'll leave

[Jbo]

Originally Posted by Regulator75

Sadly it IS a way of life for most users.
iPhone
iPod
iPad
iMac
iTV (or whatever it's called)
iTunes
iBuyanything the iCult tells me too...

I guess I'm part of the iCult then. My first apple device was the iphone. Over the last couple years I have bought the iPad, AppleTV, Macbook Pro... and the Airport plus ...you know why? It's easy and it works.

Seriously setting up the router took 1 min. When I lost all my data, and had to get a new phone, the backup that I didn't even know I did restored everything.

Say whatever you want, but I've had 3 issues with apple products in 4 years and all 3 times I have walked out with a fix, free of charge. I don't even have AppleCare, but they have replaced my 3GS when the volume button had an issue, my MacBook Charge cord when my dog chewed it, and my 4S when it stopped working. No Fuss. Great service.

So ya I will pay a premium, because the company has built up great loyalty from me. I have a PC for high end video games, but I still use my MPB to travel and do 90% of my stuff on. When I travel, nothing beats an iPad.

Android users have become the elitest hipsters that they make fun of Apple clients for.

Why is Honda and Toyota the most sold cars in the world? They work.

[burn_this_city]

Originally Posted by HELPNEEDED

Remind me, why are you in the Iphone 5 thread?

I'm more curious which returning poster we have here.

[HELPNEEDED]

o plus androids don't have a music player half as good as an ipod.

[MickMcGeough]

Originally Posted by Senator Clay Davis

Apple once again showing what an "innovative" company they are...indeed they aren't. In fact Apple isn't going to be getting much more innovative anytime soon. Their R&D spending levels aren't even amongst the top-50 companies in the world, and where they once spent 7.5% of revenues on R&D between 2001 and 2003, they now spend less than 2.5% of that on R&D. But why spend the money to innovate when people will buy your products even if one generation to the next is only a 5-10% difference in feautures?

Apple innovates design and UX, and refines existing technology. It's always been this way.

[Jbo]

Originally Posted by polak

I was staying out until the specs came out and then I saw people saying that apple had market dominance and I just couldn't resist.

Sorry, I forgot that this thread was ment for all Apple fanboys to praise each others great taste and pat each other on the back.

I'll leave

Specs? Who really cares, they are comparable, and honestly no one knows much about the A6 chip right now.

Do you wanna start comparing bits like the console wars did?

[Flabbibulin]

Originally Posted by Regulator75

Sadly it IS a way of life for most users.
iPhone
iPod
iPad
iMac
iTV (or whatever it's called)
iTunes
iBuyanything the iCult tells me too...

I essentially have (use) every Mac product (MBP, iMac, iPhone, Apple TV, iPad), but they are all provided by work (for work and to take home for personal use if desired)- I am not sure I would make the purchases with my own money though. I was given an iPad for presentations and staff meetings, but it has honestly been sitting in the packaging on my desk for several months. I am still using the 3GS, but have had several opportunities to upgrade- just not interested, or too lazy maybe. I will be getting the 5 because I have reached the point where my phone is getting glitchy because of wear and tear. Its a bloody workhorse though- would be happy to keep using a 3GS.

[oilyfan]

Originally Posted by Senator Clay Davis

Apple once again showing what an "innovative" company they are...indeed they aren't. In fact Apple isn't going to be getting much more innovative anytime soon. Their R&D spending levels aren't even amongst the top-50 companies in the world, and where they once spent 7.5% of revenues on R&D between 2001 and 2003, they now spend less than 2.5% of that on R&D. But why spend the money to innovate when people will buy your products even if one generation to the next is only a 5-10% difference in feautures?

So which one is it? Apple is not innovative, as Android users remind everyone constantly, or Apple is innovative but just not anymore?