iPhone X Not a fan of all glass phone

[The-Rift]

when has Apple in the history of the iPhone ever used plastic aside from the 5C?

Actually they have: iPhone 3G & 3GS.

 

[Arcade]

My very first iPhone was a 4s one of the things I like about it was the back glass. I got the same feeling once I picked up my iPhone 8.

 

[44267547]

This all could be true, and I don’t necessarily agree nor disagree, but it doesn't change the fact that the following statement is incorrect:

No, its not. The following quote below is not incorrect, Its not my it intention to argue semantics, but you’re being slightly pedantic. It is in fact accurate. It does in fact require a glass backing to support wireless charging, I never mentioned that Apple_couldn’t_ have used any other materials, which would then would make my statement incorrect. Yes, it’s an aesthetic choice from Apple, but does require glass as a material used for direct contact for the transfer of electromagnetic energy. None the less, we are going to agree to disagree regardless of this point being exhausted.

Just for the record:

Relentless Power said:

“You do realize that in order to support wirelsss charging, the iPhone has to have a glass backing. “

 

[zakarhino]

I've always hated using cases but decided to use an Apple leather case for this phone given the all glass design. Yes, I would also love to see a metal unibody design again but I don't think that's ever going to happen.

 

[bushman4]

All Glass seems to be Apples way of the future if they intend to offer wireless charging
As for breaking. Put a good case on it and that should help

 

[Juicy Box]

Yes, it’s an aesthetic choice from Apple

I am not referring to the aesthetics of using glass, I am referring to using glass for induction charging.

but does require glass as a material used for direct contact for the transfer of electromagnetic energy

Again, this statement is incorrect, glass is not required, as other materials could be used. Also, a different design could have been used that didn't require the whole backside of the iPhone to be glass.

I'm not sure what hard to understand here, there are other induction charging phones out there, do they all have a glass back to them?

 

[AttilaTheHun]

Of course, you do realize that in order to support wireless charging, the iPhone has to have a glass backing. So in theory, you’re insinuating that they want to have an all glass phone because of the repair cost fee’s, when the reality is, it has to exist because wireless charging. Also, if the glass back is shattered anyways, it cannot be repaired because its adhered together, the device has to be replaced.

I have a solution for you back will be metal the Apple lego in the back will be bigger and from glass or plastic like behind the MBP then you can charge it

 

[akash.nu]

I have a solution for you back will be metal the Apple lego in the back will be bigger and from glass or plastic like behind the MBP then you can charge it

Have you seen the size of that inductive coil?! A logo that big on the back of an iPhone will look hideous.

 

[AttilaTheHun]

Have you seen the size of that inductive coil?! A logo that big on the back of an iPhone will look hideous.

A Cinderela device don't fill better

 

[puma1552]

The glass back on my 8 is my favorite design feature. So premium, so substantial, so beautiful. Makes my old 6 (which I loved) seem positively cheap.

 

[akash.nu]

The glass back on my 8 is my favorite design feature. So premium, so substantial, so beautiful. Makes my old 6 (which I loved) seem positively cheap.

I concur.

 

[snow755]

i like all glass phones it remind me of the iphone 4 and 4S models

 

[44267547]

The glass back on my 8 is my favorite design feature. So premium, so substantial, so beautiful. Makes my old 6 (which I loved) seem positively cheap.

I think that’s such an underestimated notion about the iPhones, is that they feel so well made. There is no creaking or plasticky feeling about the iPhones at all, they are very well constructed and Made. The weight from the Glass really gives the Phone a nice ‘heft’ To it.

 

[Woodcrest64]

I still have my 4S, its in mint condition. And while I like my 8, I am afraid I will break it. The 4S glass seemed thicker perhaps? My 8 is in a thick case because I am afraid I will drop it again and break it. Initially it was in a thin case but after dropping it (no damage) I opted for something more protective. Needless to say I hate the case, therefore if I had my choice, I would rather a metal backside on my phone.

Did you upgrade from a 4S to the 8?

 

[Ladybug]

Did you upgrade from a 4S to the 8?

No, I went from the 4S to a 6, then to a 6S and now the 8. I only kept the 6 for a short while before the 6S came out.

 

[AttilaTheHun]

The glass back on my 8 is my favorite design feature. So premium, so substantial, so beautiful. Makes my old 6 (which I loved) seem positively cheap.

Good just don't crack it

 

[puma1552]

Good just don't crack it

Don't plan to. Never cracked my 4S.

 

[traveltoromantis]

Not a big fan of the glass because of the weight, but otherwise I don't mind because I do like the addition of wireless charging.

 

[jimmy_uk]

Matte Black 7 Plus was my favorite iPhone in terms of look and feel. I don't like the glass, but appreciate wireless charging and I put a case on anyway.

Agree 100% which is why it's another year I may return Max and wait out with my 7+ matte black.

 

[AttilaTheHun]

Don't plan to. Never cracked my 4S.

the 4S was built like a tank the new new once are all glass be careful