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Other Went to the local Apple Store today just to get a look at everything…
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Buying a product, deciding you don’t like the product, and having the ability to return it is extremely important to any business. I know if I wanted to spend $6k on a Mac or $6k on a PC… one has a restocking fee, or an unfavorable return policy, another has a great return policy. Guess which one I, and most people are going with.
yes I know and maybe I will buy one sooner or later. But now, for everyday use, I will purchase an aramid case with open bottom and buttons, for the as slim as possible experience. And the silicone if I feel like a particular outing could be more risky (beach, sports, bar visits....)
I'm not sure what a restocking fee is but I do think Apple need to do something about the people who buy multiple iPhones especially when they are new releases, review them and then return them.
And for this reason I agree a returns policy needs to be in place as it's really important but something does need to be put in place for those who abuse it.
And for this reason I agree a returns policy needs to be in place as it's really important but something does need to be put in place for those who abuse it.
I don't think I'd miss pro motion, but I do use the macro photography often, which was the main reason I went pro max instead of plus. That and I figured I might regret not having the action button down the road.
The way things are handled by many in the Apple Store can result in anything getting trashed. Too early to judge, but the FineWoven case on my 15 Pro doesn't have a mark on it. What I like about it is that it is almost weightless and all the side buttons including the action button are covered and work well.
Sure, but what looks worn out & ugly after 1 day in the Apple Store will look similar in my hands after how many weeks? 2? 3? But like you said, too early for a final judgement.
I find the action button is in such an awkward position when you hold your phone, i would probably hardly use it. I am fine with double and triple tapping the back of the phone. It should be positioned below the power button (in my opinion)
Hello, thanks for your feedback, I love the design of the pro’s now that they rounded the sharp edges off, the only thing I really dislike is the back glass. The frosted glass look is better than the old glossy stuff, but it’s still brittle and I don’t consider any kind of glass to be premium at all. I wish they’d go back to metal, a titanium back to match the frame would be ideal and look soooo good!
I’m on a 2 year cycle. Changes are too small year to year.A main driver for most upgrades is the camera.
1 of 2 people replace their phones in 3-5 years.
So a 14 Pro user would likely replace to a 17 Pro or 19 Pro.
The 2-Year Mobile Phone Upgrade Cycle Is Mostly Dead
Most people now keep their phones for at least three years before upgrading, according to a new survey from Ting Mobile. Just 10 percent of respondents said they last upgraded because they had to have a hot new model.www.pcmag.com
I know people who keep their iPhones nearing a decade.
With 2027 EU law mandating replaceable batteries I wonder what that will mean to future replacements. Will these people keep theirs approaching 2 decades?
Faster cellular data standards are released every decade. 6G is expected in 2030.
That’s my goal. I want to alternate years with my watch and phone, although I know I could easily go more than two years with either device.
That’s what I do! Got my Ultra last year, will keep another year, and replace my 15PM in 2025.
It really is nice! I wish I wasn’t afraid to go caseless. Lol
That is not the kind of talk we want to see here on MR. Don't let Apple down. We need our toys. That statement goes for you as well, @GuruZac . lol
Nice to see a reasonable, non-attention-grabby take. Even though I have no plans to upgrade my iPhone for the foreseeable future I sure do enjoy going and looking around at all the latest stuff.
Well… It IS only talk. I’ve yet to make it two years with the same phone or watch, so we will have to see.
I wouldn’t be surprised if a red pro comes out in spring with all the leaks originally pointing to a red pro phone. Manifesting that for you! I love my blue 15 pro max. It’s everything I’ve been waiting for. Planning to keep it longer than usual.
Curious as to why you upgrade every year. Is it because you go commando and like a different colored phone each year? Rough on the screen and it gets scratched? It can't be the hardware, as so little has changed since 2020, and the major improvements are now UI based.
3 years for me as that is the duration of the AT&T promotional discounts which got me two iPhone 15 256's for free with the trade in of two iPhone 12 256's. $0 out of pocket. Nothing. Free. And we've been with AT&T for 16 years so they could have had me at 'hello'.
Nice post thank you for your insight - very helpful! I’m finding the PM/ plus almost too large lol - I need something in between 😅😅😅😅
Oh it’s not free paying the high plan prices. Want to leave? Things happen… Phone needs to be paid off first.