Disappointed it's Not Called iPhone 5?

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  1. Nathan

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    #1 Nathan, Oct 5, 2011
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    I'm an iPhone user, however, I did come late to the party when it comes to smart phones. Mine is just barely 2 years old. It replaced a basic flip type phone when a client wanted me to write documentation for an iPhone app. They payed for the phone, I pay for the service. Now, almost 2 years on I kick myself for not making the jump to a smart phone earlier.

    Cut to yesterday, Oct 4, Apple introduces the new iPhone 4S. So many outlets predicted it would be the iPhone 5 with a new form factor and a host of other updates. We got the 4S instead of the 5. Still lots of updates but no new form factor for the device. Articles after the fact run split, many are lamenting the fact it is just an update to the 4, others are lauding the updates and new features.

    Me...I'll be placing my pre-order for a Black, 16gb 4S on Friday for delivery the Friday after. There are just to many new features and updates to not update my iPhone 3 to the new 4S. Besides, the home button is sticking rendering it almost useless at times.

    The only question left for me is do I keep AT&T or move to Sprint with the new phone.
     
  2. Gil-galad

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    Frankly, I'm glad I can still carry my iPhone4 around in public without feeling like people were looking at me like this:

    [​IMG]
     
  3. farkus

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    So does the "S" stand for sport...special...supercharged? :postcount
     
  4. goaljnky

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    "S" stands for "SUCKERS". I am a bit underwhelmed by the new model (I do have iPhone 4). At the same time I am relieved that I will not have to upgrade my two iphones until a true iPhone 5 comes out.
     
  5. Nathan

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    Would you still be saying "SUCKERS" if you had a 3 that was reaching it's end of life?

    I see it as a good point to update, if I had a 4 already I'd probably not see it that way though.
     
  6. goaljnky

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    Jeez, it's just a joke. Yes, I would definitely upgrade from 3. I upgraded from 3 to 4 as soon as I could.
     
  7. Norm03s

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    I am due for upgrade too, want to make the best decision based on other users experience and recommendations. So many options, so little time.
     
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    Like Nathan, I'm behind the times on smart phones and will be ordering the iPhone 4S (in white) this Friday to replace the limping crackberry pearl.

    In general, Apple releases updated hardware on phones and computes before they revamp them. The iPad 2 was an exception because of growing competition in the tablet market. Some people don't understand that and got all excited at the "speculation" of iPhone 5 then let down with an upgraded 4S.

    BTW, I own a few Apple products. Macbook, iMac, iPod Mini, iPod touch (3rd gen), iPad 2, and soon iPhone 4S.
     
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    I remember thinking I had seen the future when a civil engineer friend was provided with one of these by his company for site work:

    [​IMG]

    Well under 20 pounds and would nearly fit in a Mini trunk....
     

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    I just have an LG flip phone. I really can't think of what I'd do with a smart phone.

    I surf the net enough at home, my wife would kill me if I did it on my phone!:lol:

    I don't text, or play games. The car's radio is good enough for my music needs.

    Heck, I usually have my cell phone turned off, unless I'm going to the store, then my wife can call and tell me to buy something that's not on the shopping list.

    I love high tech gadgets, but I don't think a smart phone would be useful to me.

    Does that make me an old fart?:biggrin5:

    Dave
     
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    I have a beat up blackberry pearl and it is total garbage. I'm soon going to make the switch to Android though. Nothing against iOS/Apple, but I am keen on the more "open" philosophy of Android, and I like the fact that the Google phones particularly come factory unlocked, without garbage software preloaded. I like to travel and will most likely live for Europe for a stint within the next couple of years. Pop in a SIM card and go.

    The Nexus Prime/Nexus 3 will be out sometime this month. It'll be a solid competitor with the Iphone 4S with a dual core processor and so forth. Fun stuff.

    I'll be giving my girlfriend my iPod Touch.
     
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    Dave, sorry, but yeah that would be a qualifyer if you were my kids dad.. But on the other hand, I don't like being so accessable all the time either, sometimes I just turn mine off just because.:Thumbsup:
     
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    I have the I-phone "Justa" 4....... moved up from the original I-phone 0. I'm happy.... Plan to hold out now for the I-phone 10.....:D
     
  14. Steve

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    When I was in the AF the first wireless phone I was obliged to lug around (1990-ish) was a Motorola Dynatak, the original "brick." I remember being pissed off because I felt like I was on a virtual leash, they could always get hold of me...of course, that was exactly the point. Others thought I was nuts when I expressed my displeasure because they were very expensive and therefore extremely rare and I should feel honored because it meant I was "important."

    I feel similarly today. If I carry the cell around anyone can reach me at any time and I don't like being that accessible. Explains why the thing usually is out of juice and often dusty. I take it with me when I know I might need it...or if I think I might need a calculator. :D

    Showing an aversion to new technology? Nope, just an aversion to the "connected" life. I bought an iPod Touch so I could get most of the non-communication functionality. Why pay for things I won't use? Good thing I don't care whether others think I'm out of date, eh?


    Back to the topic. As an Apple stock holder, I'm slightly disappointed. Apple moves at its own pace though and even if they weren't ready to release the iPhone 5, it's still an update and the 5 is on the way.

    I'm sure I'd be extremely disappointed if I was carrying a barely functioning phone and holding out for the 5 in hopes of a full blown, industry-leading replacement. It's hard for me to convince myself to buy something when I expect something better to come out "any day now."
     
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    Way to start an internet rumor. :mad5:
     
  16. jiminni

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    I am a long time iphone user.........NOT ANYMORE! Made the switch last week to a Android. Sure glad i didnt wait for this 4gs or whatever it is? I got so sick of itunes! After I saw my friend fireup a replacement android in 5 mintes i was convinced.
     
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    I have the 3 and will be able to upgrade in December so I will go with the 4S, heck I would have been happy with the Justa 4!
    Started on Mac computers and have never looked back.
     
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    :Thumbsup:

    At home, I swapped from PC to Mac 4 years ago.

    Still forced to use Windows at work and hate every second of it. :mad2:
     
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    I feel your pain. I run a help desk in a MS environment. At least I run it from my Mac and just virtualize a windows machine.
     
  20. Crashton

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    Why yes it does. Welcome brother.... :D

    I am telephonically challenged. Not sure I could ever adapt to a smart phone. Trouble is the choices of old fart phones are very slim. Before long it won't be possible to buy a justaphone. :nonod:
     

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