Iphone 5S

[mannyv11]

So I seem to really like the upgrades and the IOS 7 seems pretty awesome... Any thoughts who will be picking one up on Sept 20th? I know I will.

I Currently have an Iphone4s and am having some major battery problems on it currently, so no matter what I need a new phone

[wantonebad]

I know I'm the TRF iphone heckler but I'm telling you, the new Droid Maxx has 48 hours of battery life including normal use... just sayin'

[JasoninDenver]

I am trying to hang on for another generation but my 4S battery is lagging as well.

I MAY join you after any initial bugs have been worked out.

[wingwlkr]

Originally Posted by JasoninDenver

I am trying to hang on for another generation but my 4S battery is lagging as well.

I MAY join you after any initial bugs have been worked out.

I just changed the battery in my 4. $25 including the special tools and a YouTube vid showed me how. Easy.

That should get you some more life out of your phone until you're ready to change.

[mannyv11]

Marc have you tried the new Droid Maxx? Just curious, I originally jumped on the droid bandwagon back when the Droid X was released with Verizon (I was sick of AT&T) and just didn't enjoy the way the touchscreen worked. Not sure if all the droids now compare to the smoothness of the Iphone touchscreen but that was a major issue when I used a lot of the droid phones.

[wantonebad]

Originally Posted by mannyv11

Marc have you tried the new Droid Maxx? Just curious, I originally jumped on the droid bandwagon back when the Droid X was released with Verizon (I was sick of AT&T) and just didn't enjoy the way the touchscreen worked. Not sure if all the droids now compare to the smoothness of the Iphone touchscreen but that was a major issue when I used a lot of the droid phones.

Early adopter here! I've owned the Maxx since it came out 8/20 and I love love love it!!!

I wish it had a 41 megapixel camera but I can't live without droid apps

[mjclark32]

Just got a 5 a few months ago, because I dropped my 4 and it shattered, so I won't be upgrading again for a little while.

[bgriz]

Underwhelmed by the newly announced iPhone. I prefer a larger screen. Galaxy note 3 is on my radar when it comes out.

[mannyv11]

how big is the galaxy S3? I like the size but I also enjoy being able to put a phone in my pocket, not sure if I could do that with the S3? lol

[SMD]

Originally Posted by mannyv11

how big is the galaxy S3? I like the size but I also enjoy being able to put a phone in my pocket, not sure if I could do that with the S3? lol

S3 is fine. Size is not an issue at all. Now the note is a different story.

[rolio]

I have a simple HTC Inc 4G, and it has been a fantastic phone. The battery last two full days, with 10% remaining when I plug it in to recharge. Wrapped in an Otterbox Commuter case, it has withstood hundreds of drops without a hiccup. I am a power user, so there are too many things to mention in this post, but believe me when I say, it is a workhorse I will use it until it dies a satisfying death: old age. It will just die in its sleep one night, then it will move to the next life; poetic but true. We should all go that way

[Demosthene]

Originally Posted by mannyv11

how big is the galaxy S3? I like the size but I also enjoy being able to put a phone in my pocket, not sure if I could do that with the S3? lol

S4 Now.
Look at the HTC one if you're after something else.

[SJCal90]

I have the Galaxy S4 as well and quite content with it too.

Originally Posted by Demosthene

S4 Now.
Look at the HTC one if you're after something else.

[c.rod]

Originally Posted by SJCal90

I have the Galaxy S4 as well and quite content with it too.

is that a phone in your hand or a tablet!!! lmao.

im not an apple fanboy by any means but im not a huge fan of these other brands getting out of control with near tablet size phones.. just my .02c

i heard this is going to be the next new thing for the droid based phones.
lol


http://zackmorriscellphone.com

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by c.rod

is that a phone in your hand or a tablet!!! lmao.

im not an apple fanboy by any means but im not a huge fan of these other brands getting out of control with near tablet size phones.. just my .02c

i heard this is going to be the next new thing for the droid based phones.
lol


http://zackmorriscellphone.com

There are a couple of larger phones (Phablets) on Android but it is down to the choice of the user and generally not the norm, seems to me that 4.5 to 5" are the most popular sizes, choice is a good thing, no? I certainly think that next year Apple will be producing the larger screens, why wouldn't they? A smart phone is used for much more than texting and making calls, a larger screen only enhances the experience, if not, why did Apple change from what they called the "perfect" 3.5" screen size on the iPhone 4S to the now "perfect" 4" screen on the iPhone 5? Both these phones are still available and according to Apple both have the perfect (but differing) size screen. Go figure.

Personally I don't prefer phablets but don't begrudge those that do.

The large bezels on the iPhone 5 make it look smaller than it really is, conversely, the small bezels on the Galaxy S3 and 4 make them look larger, but have no wasted space, it's all screen, actual size difference is minimal. A Galaxy S4 compared to an iPhone 5 could not be considered large.

Because your response referenced the S4 I thought I would show the difference, here is an iPhone 5 on top of a Galaxy S3 (The Galaxy S4 is even smaller but with a larger screen), hardly a tablet under the iPhone.

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by mannyv11

how big is the galaxy S3? I like the size but I also enjoy being able to put a phone in my pocket, not sure if I could do that with the S3? lol

My iPhone 5 on top of my S3, the S4 has a larger screen but is slightly smaller. I sold the iPhone 5. I have a S4 now and am not looking in Apple's direction ATM for a change, for everyday use the only difference uses will notice form the iPhone 5 to the 5S will be the fingerprint sensor IMHO.

[HL65]

One for me and my wife....Can't wait!

[Hairdude1]

I am looking forward to the 5S

[Dr. Robert]

I'm very happy w/ my IPhone cinco

[GhostWriter]

It just doesn't seem like Apple added enough new functionality to make many people want to upgrade. I'm gonna skip this one.

[Piloto]

Looks like almost a total redesign. They should have called it the Iphone six. This is MILES ahead of the 5. This was not an incremental update. Not too happy with the fingerprint scanner, but if it is only stored on the phone and not transmitted all over kingdom come, I'll be OK with that.

Not perfect, but still the best thing out there. If I want something bigger, I'll get an Ipad mini. IMHO, I bet that will be the next Iphone. A hybrid between the Iphone and the Ipad mini. Just put a cell on the Ipad mini and voila.

Personally, I wish Motorola would just make a modern version of the Startac flip phone. This is getting out of control.

Samsung.. like putting a billboard up to your head. Enjoy those droids people:

[Demosthene]

Originally Posted by Piloto

Not too happy with the fingerprint scanner, but if it is only stored on the phone and not transmitted all over kingdom come, I'll be OK with that.

Its pretty much only yourself and the CIA who will see it ;)

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by Piloto

Not perfect, but still the best thing out there.

Samsung.. like putting a billboard up to your head. Enjoy those droids people:

I think it's arguable that that iPhone 5s is the "best thing out there."

If it pleases Apple devotees, then it certainly has fulfilled at least part of its mission.

As for Samsung being like putting a billboard up to one's head, that's hardly an accurate description.

My S3 has a nice large screen, which pleases me, because I use mine more as a small tablet than a cellphone, plus it fits nicely in my pocket.

When I do use the phone, it's not cumbersome at all and besides, in almost all the situation when I'm actually using the phone, I either use the speakerphone, a Bluetooth headset, or the Bluetooth link in my car. Only rarely do I have to put the phone to my ear.

And yes, I do enjoy my 'droid. It's almost infinitely configurable. I don't need iTunes to put music on my phone.

I can put up to a 64GB micro SD card in the phone and load up music to my heart's content from my computer. I currently use a 32GB card loaded up with 23GBs of music.

It also has a removable and replaceable battery.

So, enjoy your iPhone.

[GradyPhilpott]

http://www.computerworld.com/s/artic...le+Feedfetcher

[WilliamFoley]

I am thinking of getting a I phone c..that looks pretty cool and is available for what..99$ for a two year contact..that seems a pretty great deal.

[airchitect]

SO......I have a Droid Razr which I love, however after owning a slew of large phones I've simply grown tired of having to look like a fool using a holster/case to hold my gigantic phone. The S4/S3/Razr Maxx/ etc are not comfortable in your pocket unless you exclusively wear hammer pants. It is reported that the 5s is the last phone that Jobs had any hand in. If thats so, then maybe I will have to give it a whirl as I can only imagine what a mess the iPhone 6 could be with Tim Cook at the helm......

[Kingair]

I am gonna get one . . no not a one a five . . .

HAGOne . . . five

[Mr. RoC]

From a hardware perspective I'm again disappointed with what Apple has come out with for the 5S. I was hoping for a bigger screen that will compete with HTC One and the Galaxy 4S.

I've decided to jump ship and head on over to the Android. Most likely the 4S.

Would have stuck with Apple if they drastically up the screen size.


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[OmegaJJH]

I'm a little underwhelmed with the announcement.

I think Apple have possibly lost their way. It's a little boring.

I love my iPhone 5 but the new ones don't seem to have progressed enough with new features to make me change.

I think i'll be patient and see what the iPhone 6 has to offer next year.

Apple launches of the past made their new products irresistible and that you couldn't live without... What happened?

[aeon888]

Yup, Next year there might be the iphone6 with a larger 6 inches of screen. It's obvious that is how Steve Cook is going to introduce the iphone 6 during their launch... He is going to brag about the newer larger "6" inches of display screen for the iphone "6".