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Will you buy iPhone 7 or not if there is no headphone jack? [MERGED]
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Some of the sites are even saying 3 GB or 4 GB of RAM… I do not believe that will happen. And interestingly, last year there was not a single word about increase to 2GB RAM in the keynote address. And in nothing on their official specs at the website either. I found it interesting they wouldn't push that issue and let the consumer know.
Apple would not waste keynote time discussing specs when 99% of people only care about how well the phone runs Facebook and Instagram.
No way.. The vast majority of the keynote address live audience is made up of app developers and high-level tech people.
The "key notes" are at a developer's conference when they happen. It ain't the PokémonGo crowd out there.. Lol
Apple never mentions or discusses the amount of RAM in their iPhones and iPads. It's always been that way and I doubt that will change.
Just curious how many people really care about losing antiquated technology in a more visible way. For the average person using budget headphones the cost to give them up and use the included Lightning headphones is practically zero, while audiophiles with beloved pairs of headphones can cope with the adapter. Alternatively considering how audiophiles spend a respectable amount on gear in a year, it should be an exciting proposal to find a suitable Lightning or wireless pair of headphones.
From a marketing standpoint I still believe Apple can and should market this as a high-fidelity play, adding lossless music to iTunes/Apple Music, developing a lossless wireless protocol, and pushing for audiophile-grade Lightning headphones.
This is like the death of the floppy drive, people.
From a marketing standpoint I still believe Apple can and should market this as a high-fidelity play, adding lossless music to iTunes/Apple Music, developing a lossless wireless protocol, and pushing for audiophile-grade Lightning headphones.
This is like the death of the floppy drive, people.
Wireless everything is inevitable. But my gear isn't there yet. And I'd prefer not to deal with adapters in the mean time. We'll see what Apple brings to the table. I'm thinking I'll get a discounted 6s and hold out as long as possible. Alternatively, I'll hold out for at least one more year and get the 8. I'm not completely ruling out the 7 but I think it's unlikely I'll buy one.
Its the single deciding factor, for me. I use some Bluetooth audio applications, but there are still many things that I use the 3.5mm jack to accomplish. I'm upgrading my 6 to either an SE or 6S and keeping that for another 2-3 years, then I'll see what's going on.
Both of my most used headphones and earphones are bluetooth already so it doesn't bother me really, but I know plenty of people who aren't that concerned with tech who have heard the rumours and complained already
Dunno, still undecided. They replace the 3.5 jack with a fake speaker mesh. Looks ugly imo. The leaks says it'll still have stereo speakers though, (earpiece + 1 on bottom).
Probably will be a deal breaker for me. I use headsets frequently to listen to music and podcasts. Often enough when those times come around usually it wouldn't hurt to give my phone a charge at the same time. I have nice investments in 3.5mm equipped sets I don't plan to replace, and I'm not fond of the idea of having to remember to bring an adapter. I also worry about the durability of that adapter considering how many lighting cables I have gone through as Apples adapters are never cheap to replace. I may hold onto my 6 for a year and see if next years redesign lures me back in. Though I can see myself giving the new Pixel/Nexus devices a try.
I'll be skipping the 7, not only because of the headphone jack, but other reasons as well.
I'm simply not ready to move on from a headphone jack. My car has Bluetooth calling but not Bluetooth audio. I use my headphone jack in the car every day for commuting.
I also happen to be very, very happy with my 6s.
Also don't have another $800 to shell out for another phone.
All that said I'm looking forward to the iPhone event and seeing what they bring to the table.
I'm also very much looking forward to iOS 10.
I'm simply not ready to move on from a headphone jack. My car has Bluetooth calling but not Bluetooth audio. I use my headphone jack in the car every day for commuting.
I also happen to be very, very happy with my 6s.
Also don't have another $800 to shell out for another phone.
All that said I'm looking forward to the iPhone event and seeing what they bring to the table.
I'm also very much looking forward to iOS 10.
As long as they have an adapter, it is not a problem for me.
I have never tried to charge my phone and listen to music at the same time anywhere other than in my car and I can use bluetooth for that anyway.
I have never tried to charge my phone and listen to music at the same time anywhere other than in my car and I can use bluetooth for that anyway.
Not being able to use my headphones in the first gen iPhone was a big reason for not buying it, so it will be a big reason for me not buying the iPhone 7.
I would rather have just one pair of headphones for everything, rather than needing a set of wired and a set of wireless.
In the same way the 3GS then allowed the standard 3.5mm jack, maybe (although I doubt it) the 7S will reinstate the socket.
I would rather have just one pair of headphones for everything, rather than needing a set of wired and a set of wireless.
In the same way the 3GS then allowed the standard 3.5mm jack, maybe (although I doubt it) the 7S will reinstate the socket.
Never have used the headphone jack. If I need to use headphones, I use Bluetooth.
So, yeah, it wouldn't be a deciding factor either way for me. And as an aside -- can't believe this day is *finally* here!
So, yeah, it wouldn't be a deciding factor either way for me. And as an aside -- can't believe this day is *finally* here!
You haven't been happy with your 6S/6SPlus/SE? They are great phones! I really haven't felt like I was missing anything this year!
You haven't been happy with your 6S/6SPlus/SE? They are great phones! I really haven't felt like I was missing anything this year!
I am happy with my iPhone 6. I was just remarking that finally we get to see what specs the iPhone 7/7+ the device will actually have (instead of speculation and supposed leaked info about it). I am generally positive with the new features. And do like the black too.
But it's not enough for me to make the leap. As long as my iPhone 6 continues to work just fine, I will hold onto it. At least for another year. That's just me tho.