Anyone have real OCD with iDevices???...

[Kal-037]

Yeah, but things don't "give you" OCD. It's not really the unorganized and out of place that drives you mad, it's the invasive and terrible thoughts that cripple you and affect your everyday life. That's the part that shows like "Monk" don't address, so it's understandable how people thinks that's what it really is.

It took me a while but it doesn't bother me as much the way the term gets thrown around so liberally. But, hey, I'm busy most of the time reliving bad conversations I had twenty years ago, so I dunno...

Things can give you OCD in the sense of them causing you more grief or obsession over its state of being or how you react to it... did you mean you can't suddenly catch OCD from things? I obviously agree if that's what you meant. But things or people can give you OCD thoughts or just plain trigger the symptoms.
Also I am the same when reliving past junk... I constantly replay things in my mind that I did decades, years, days, or minutes ago as well (thinking and obsessing over how it bugs me still, even when others are over it,) this whole iPad issue has been a lot more of an issue than I thought it would be; to the point that I almost wanted to call in sick to work, to figure crud out as I got so beyond stressed and depressed. I couldn't focus on anything but this one little tiny thing that I know shouldn't matter (but still does.) It affects me enough to not be able to go out and even try to forget it, or move on somehow... but then I have a brother and mom with severe OCD as well who help bring me back down and after a few days I find the problem starts to lessen. But whenever I pick up the iPad (or something that is imperfect to me... I look at the imperfection and think "maybe I should sell it and lose a few hundred, but then I can get a new one and it'll be better.") But again, luckily I have a great support system and logic luckily takes over and I count to ten, talk with my mom, walk away for a while, meditate, and or distract myself with TV shows.

Thanks for adding to the conversation everyone, it helps give me perspective and in turn helps me let go a little and actually have my mind slow down and my breathing slow as well.




Kallum.

 

[dukebound85]

I think people are throwing the "OCD" term around too much. Yes, some people legitimately have OCD. Others are more stringent in what they consider acceptable with a product they purchase. I mean, if you were dealt this iPad screen, what would you think of it?

Personally, I see nothing wrong with it

 

[Kal-037]

If something is wrong with the iDevice within the return period, I exchange or return. If not, I take as good care of the iDevice as possible and enjoy. Whenever I trade in an iPhone I get the same comment, "Wow this looks great. Like new condition." Been using Tech 21 cases since the iPhone 5.

I usually buy back cases to protect from falls or rough and tumble for my commutes. I will continue to do that with iPads, but once Apple upgrades the SE, I will probably go naked on that and let it be. It's about enjoyment and usage for me for me now and as long as I continue to purchase Apple products that just work, I won't look for potential problems. I had a forum member contact me privately about some issue with iP7+ screens and I politely told them I have no intention of testing the display as they requested as it is fine to me.

I thought about this and 2x almost did, but stopped as I knew I would probably find the next device to have an issue maybe worse or similar, and so now I am working hard to just realize the device I have is amazingly awesome, (which it is,) *knock on wood* but one tiny thing about it was causing so much grief and problems.
(my old iPad Pro had dents and scratches on the aluminum back new/fresh out of the box) and it took a long while for me to even want to pick it up it bothered me so much. After I calmed down a bit I let go of the problems or just ignored what I considered problems and began to enjoy it again.
Don't even get me started on how I purchased the Mini 4 but issues with the home button caused me to take it back and not purchase another one for a year. (even then I was very stressed about opening it and finding a problem that I may not be able to handle.)

Kallum.

 

[seadragon]

Personally, I see nothing wrong with it

Now that's funny!

 

[kazmac]

I thought about this and 2x almost did, but stopped as I knew I would probably find the next device to have an issue maybe worse or similar, and so now I am working hard to just realize the device I have is amazingly awesome, (which it is,) *knock on wood* but one tiny thing about it was causing so much grief and problems.
(my old iPad Pro had dents and scratches on the aluminum back new/fresh out of the box) and it took a long while for me to even want to pick it up it bothered me so much. After I calmed down a bit I let go of the problems or just ignored what I considered problems and began to enjoy it again.
Don't even get me started on how I purchased the Mini 4 but issues with the home button caused me to take it back and not purchase another one for a year. (even then I was very stressed about opening it and finding a problem that I may not be able to handle.)

Kallum.

I can certainly understand why that would make you apprehensive. Purchase new, you expect new.

Quick recap:

I was so angry and upset about the iPhone debacles that reached critical mass last Fall. I jumped ship and emailed Tim Cook to complain about all of these issues that were not not my fault and how poorly I was treated at an Apple Store where I normally received stellar service. I was even more miserable using the competitor's OS and phone. Anyway, Cook got a hold of the Apple Store leader who got in touch with me and made things right. This fellow spoke with me on the phone for a half an hour and we emailed each other back and forth multiple times. He and his team took good care of me when I finally went back to the store. It was so hard to return to that store almost three months later, but I was so happy I did as I now have an iP7+ and an iPP which work wonderfully. Nothing, but gold stars. Feels like the Apple I knew and loved prior to late 2013.

I think the drubbing Apple took last Fall knocked them off their laurels and they're starting to listen to their customers. The build quality is improving too.

I wish that every iDevice you buy going forward is just as fantastic as you want.

 

[7586921]

In general, the best way to say it is that I am particular in my devices and have certain expectations. Although I do have a mild case of clinical OCD, my behavior in these device instances do not derive from that. OCD is thrown around a bit too much to be honest. Here is a basic article for anyone that is interested:

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/are-you-really-ocd

But the reason why small imperfections bug me is because of what people like to call "anal retentiveness". I expect everything to be perfect and neat when I get it--especially for the price--and when it isn't it sort of bugs me. There are some things that will be so small that I just do not feel like going through the hassle to return it because knowning my luck another more glaring imperfection will be on the next one. Other times if I notice something more than once during normal operation I am more than likely to return it. But that does not happen too often, I returned a Surface Book and a monitor because of this, that's it.

I think what really gets me is that I work hard and being constantly reminded that I worked hard to get an imperfect product kind of pisses me off to be honest. Obvisously nothing is perfect but I guess us consumers are spoiled. First world problems I guess...

 

[Kal-037]

In general, the best way to say it is that I am particular in my devices and have certain expectations. Although I do have a mild case of clinical OCD, my behavior in these device instances do not derive from that. OCD is thrown around a bit too much to be honest. Here is a basic article for anyone that is interested:

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/are-you-really-ocd

But the reason why small imperfections bug me is because of what people like to call "anal retentiveness". I expect everything to be perfect and neat when I get it--especially for the price--and when it isn't it sort of bugs me. There are some things that will be so small that I just do not feel like going through the hassle to return it because knowning my luck another more glaring imperfection will be on the next one. Other times if I notice something more than once during normal operation I am more than likely to return it. But that does not happen too often, I returned a Surface Book and a monitor because of this, that's it.

I think what really gets me is that I work hard and being constantly reminded that I worked hard to get an imperfect product kind of pisses me off to be honest. Obvisously nothing is perfect but I guess us consumers are spoiled. First world problems I guess...

It's "first world" only in the sense of what we have difficulties with... but not first world problems as it is a legitimate mental problem. And despite what some may always claim, you can't simply ignore or get over it. You work through it and just try to find a way to reach a balance that allows you to function and live without such things bothering you. That's what I'm doing and always have done... but like this particular situation, sometimes the battle is a bit tougher and you lose your footing.
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I can certainly understand why that would make you apprehensive. Purchase new, you expect new.

Quick recap:

I was so angry and upset about the iPhone debacles that reached critical mass last Fall. I jumped ship and emailed Tim Cook to complain about all of these issues that were not not my fault and how poorly I was treated at an Apple Store where I normally received stellar service. I was even more miserable using the competitor's OS and phone. Anyway, Cook got a hold of the Apple Store leader who got in touch with me and made things right. This fellow spoke with me on the phone for a half an hour and we emailed each other back and forth multiple times. He and his team took good care of me when I finally went back to the store. It was so hard to return to that store almost three months later, but I was so happy I did as I now have an iP7+ and an iPP which work wonderfully. Nothing, but gold stars. Feels like the Apple I knew and loved prior to late 2013.

I think the drubbing Apple took last Fall knocked them off their laurels and they're starting to listen to their customers. The build quality is improving too.

I wish that every iDevice you buy going forward is just as fantastic as you want.

Thanks mate (i'm sure i'll survive this without much problem,) I am glad all worked out for you with your phone. That's cool that the CEO of Apple got involved, that's impressive and makes me respect Mr. Cook even more.

 

[kazmac]

It's "first world" only in the sense of what we have difficulties with... but not first world problems as it is a legitimate mental problem. And despite what some may always claim, you can't simply ignore or get over it. You work through it and just try to find a way to reach a balance that allows you to function and live without such things bothering you. That's what I'm doing and always have done... but like this particular situation, sometimes the battle is a bit tougher and you lose your footing.
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Thanks mate (i'm sure i'll survive this without much problem,) I am glad all worked out for you with your phone. That's cool that the CEO of Apple got involved, that's impressive and makes me respect Mr. Cook even more.

I know things will work out for you. Yes, my experiences with Apple this year have made me more understanding and appreciative of Mr. Cook. To wit, I also emailed him when things go right. It made me feel good as a long time Apple user that they stand behind me even more so now. Of course, they want me as a customer and my money.

Best of luck and happy Apple harvesting (or something like that).

 

[dukebound85]

Now that's funny!

What's supposed to be wrong?

 

[Kal-037]

What's supposed to be wrong?

I think the display colors are off?

 

[Shanghaichica]

Yes. However I think that would extend to any devices that I own not just Apple devices. I only own Apple devices and I'm OCD about keeping them immaculate but when I owned android devices in the paaf I was just as OCD about keeping them immaculate.

 

[MrGimper]

Is that on your ipad pro with that perfect panel?

Yes. It’s about 1mm and only visible when I look at the iPad at an extreme angle as it’s right where the glass meets the chamfer. Doesn’t bother me and as I lucked out on the panel, no intention of swapping!

 

[aevan]

Curios if anyone else here suffers from actual OCD and if you get bothered by tiny or big imperfections... I'm just curious if people here hate or fixate on iDevices. But also, what can't you stand most (screen glass imperfections, backlight bleed, dead pixels, faulty buttons, warped frame, etc.)
Where do you draw the line or what do you just accept?

I myself struggle very much with OCD, (diagnosed 16 years ago)
I have a tiny 1cm imperfection on the bezel of my iPad. I'll go back and forth thinking if I should take it back, but luckily my logic takes over and I realize nothing is perfect AND if I exchange it I'll probably end up with the same or more annoying issues. I am going to keep it since it's not on the actual screen.

But... again, it's no big deal I'm just curious how others with OCD deal with things.
Also if anyone has pointers that'd be cool,

*sorry I am not intending to make this a therapy session but really just want to know if others have similar struggles and how they overcome it.

Everyone here is a bit OCD. Sometimes the reasons are almost rational (like, if you have something functionally problematic on an expensive product) but most of the times they are silly ("my notebook rattes when I shake it")

I am not free of this either. A lot of things bother me. For example, most of my iOS devices had a perfectly functional but flimsy home buttons - it really annoyed me. My 2013 MacBook Pro startes making a popping sound whenever I lifted it off the ground, etc.

When you realize how these things are mass produced and what an accomplishment it is to make millions of super-delicate and precise devices, your expectations become a bit more realistic, though. So now I don't care about slight imperfection here and there as long as it doesn't hinder my work.

My advice - think of it this way: it's not expensive because it's perfect in every way - that's not possible. It's expensive because it has the best tech and design on the market. If you are bothered with something in a major way - do something about it. But if you think you can live with it - you definitely can, so stop thinking about it.

 

[Kal-037]

Everyone here is a bit OCD. Sometimes the reasons are almost rational (like, if you have something functionally problematic on an expensive product) but most of the times they are silly ("my notebook rattes when I shake it")

I am not free of this either. A lot of things bother me. For example, most of my iOS devices had a perfectly functional but flimsy home buttons - it really annoyed me. My 2013 MacBook Pro startes making a popping sound whenever I lifted it off the ground, etc.

When you realize how these things are mass produced and what an accomplishment it is to make millions of super-delicate and precise devices, your expectations become a bit more realistic, though. So now I don't care about slight imperfection here and there as long as it doesn't hinder my work.

My advice - think of it this way: it's not expensive because it's perfect in every way - that's not possible. It's expensive because it has the best tech and design on the market. If you are bothered with something in a major way - do something about it. But if you think you can live with it - you definitely can, so stop thinking about it.

Thanks aevan and everyone. I appreciate your input and advice. I think I'm starting let go of the anxiety and fixation and move on. *sorry to everyone for turning this into therapy session about my craziness. lol


Kallum.

 

[kazmac]

Thanks aevan and everyone. I appreciate your input and advice. I think I'm starting let go of the anxiety and fixation and move on. *sorry to everyone for turning this into therapy session about my craziness. lol


Kallum.

No need to apologize. I've found that being grateful the tech works with no fuss has helped me a lot. And when I think about how much I've created on this iPad Pro already, it's worth its weight in gold.

Enjoy!

 

[spiderman0616]

I haven't had any major build quality issues since the iPad 2. I had two different ones with dead pixels, and a third one that had a scratched screen right out of the box. Before that I had a lot quality issues with my iPhone 4--cosmetic issues as well.

Since those two products, every other generation of Apple stuff I've bought has been perfect out of the box. I do think their QC process has drastically improved the years.

 

[throAU]

I use the device and if it does the job without annoying me, fine. I don't go running screen tests and checking for backlight bleed under specific conditions that try to accentuate it.

That said, if a new fresh out of box device had scratches or other marks I'd return it.

 

[noteple]

Yes. It’s about 1mm and only visible when I look at the iPad at an extreme angle as it’s right where the glass meets the chamfer. Doesn’t bother me and as I lucked out on the panel, no intention of swapping!

That's might be the "mark" of a perfect panel.
It's a keeper

 

[Geekbabe]

I keep both screens glossy; i cant stand smudges. As i am the only one likely to handle with care, I do not share

I don't share either