RedAssedApe
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yeah i want that form factor. granted i don't really like the 5s/se chassis. it feels like its digging into my hand without a case
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Apple introduces (RED) iPhones, updated SE storage, and a new 9.7-in iPad
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yeah i want that form factor. granted i don't really like the 5s/se chassis. it feels like its digging into my hand without a case
hanspampel
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yes.
nothing looks more ugly than that
white back is okay, but white bezel around the screen? puke
minor effort
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I do. I always go white/silver. The white bezels look sleek and refreshing. Besides, I already own enough black/black gadgets.
In fact I always thought that despite the plastic-y back the iPhone 5c would have looked a lot more appealing with white bezels on the front.
But I get why people want the black bezels so they blend in with the screen.
Is there any reason you wouldn't want a black bezel with silver back though?
minor effort
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Seen it before on the original iPhone 2G and iPad 1. I dunno, the white bezels seem to compliment the silver back case more.
Also, to be honest it reminds me of the 2000s-era Apple more, and I always liked that period of Apple design.
For me it's a little bit of nostalgia and continuity from all the iPods I owned. Besides, black is a little too generic.
Soldiussnaku
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That's a gorgeous looking phone, shame it took them this long to launch a red version. My rose gold se will do for a long while though.
A bit disappointed with the new iPad however, my air 2 is sitting comfortably with a slimmer, lighter profile and the a8x is still incredibly fast with almost anything I throw at it. The triple core CPU and ultra fast 2gb really helps it zip along.
A bit disappointed with the new iPad however, my air 2 is sitting comfortably with a slimmer, lighter profile and the a8x is still incredibly fast with almost anything I throw at it. The triple core CPU and ultra fast 2gb really helps it zip along.
blastprocessor
The Amiga Brotherhood
Terrible news on the iPad appears to have regressed. I was hoping for cutting edge thinner/lighter.
blastprocessor
The Amiga Brotherhood
iPad air 2 437 g and 6.1 mm thick
iPad 2017 469 g and 7.5 mm thick
WTF.
Shakes head.
iPad 2017 469 g and 7.5 mm thick
WTF.
Shakes head.
modernmalady
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Is the SE still an acceptable device for someone looking to upgrade from a 5S? I would like to have a more current phone, but the round form and size of the 6 and 7 really don't appeal to me. I've been thinking of getting an SE for about a year now.
Randy Lanzarote
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Shame about the thickness and weight bump of the new Ipad.
But, at least they've filled that space with a bigger battery. Hopefully that translates into longer life, unless the A9 sucks up a lot more juice than the A8X.
Not sure if it really warrants an upgrade from an Air 2 though. And the IPad Pro is a massive step up in terms of pricing. Feels like there's a bit of a gap in the ipad range. :/
But, at least they've filled that space with a bigger battery. Hopefully that translates into longer life, unless the A9 sucks up a lot more juice than the A8X.
Not sure if it really warrants an upgrade from an Air 2 though. And the IPad Pro is a massive step up in terms of pricing. Feels like there's a bit of a gap in the ipad range. :/
Trojita
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nekkid
It doesn't matter who we are, what matters is our plan.
I bought one for my wife at Christmas. I have a 6S, and smaller screen aside I much prefer the form factor of the SE. It looks great, and the performance is very good.
Erebus
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If you don't mind buying a new phone that looks identical to your current one then by all means I think it's worth it. Other than the lack of 3D Touch (that I barely use on my 7) and the inferior front camera, it's a 6s with stellar battery life in smaller size.
modernmalady
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NOLA_Gaffer
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Super duper stoked about the 128GB iPhone SE. I almost picked up a 64GB one a few weeks back but decided to wait it out a bit.
Though I'm a bit jealous about that red iPhone. Goddamn. Unfortunately it's way too big for my tastes.
Though I'm a bit jealous about that red iPhone. Goddamn. Unfortunately it's way too big for my tastes.
EricTheCleric
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Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
rokkerkory
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Ive always had a red case
Soldiussnaku
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Either this or a cheap iPad air 2 64gb.
This would be a giant leap over an iPad 3. I'd go for it.
Zeyphersan
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That red looks so fucking good but I just can't do a white face.
EricTheCleric
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is the price on this being lowered now?
minor effort
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It's possible that they might be as non-Apple Store retailers start to clear them out now that they've been discontinued. It's worth keeping your eye on prices.
Air 2 remains my non-Pro king.
Doubt I'll buy another iPad honestly now that super thin, light, and well built laptops have arrived from many manufactures.
Huge upgrade.
Doubt I'll buy another iPad honestly now that super thin, light, and well built laptops have arrived from many manufactures.
Huge upgrade.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
Bigger problem with the Red is it still has mad price markup.
You can get the Matte Black for waayyy cheaper in either the regular or plus variant.
You can get a 128 gig Matte Black iPhone 7 Plus for $25 a month (30 month plan) from say Best Buy. Where as the Red color direct from Apple is over $40 (yes yes you get Apple Care).
Hard sell just for a color.
You can get the Matte Black for waayyy cheaper in either the regular or plus variant.
You can get a 128 gig Matte Black iPhone 7 Plus for $25 a month (30 month plan) from say Best Buy. Where as the Red color direct from Apple is over $40 (yes yes you get Apple Care).
Hard sell just for a color.
terrdactycalsrock
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I'm with the people wanting a black front and a red back. Thats just an aesthetically pleasing combo to me. I have to wonder if the fact that some of the money from the sell of product red phones goes towards HIV and AIDS programs. In western american culture black is considered to be bad. Its the color of the grim reper. Also, HIV/AIDS attacks the immune system and is transmitted by blood. So I also wonder if the colors represent red and white blood cells. Perhaps Im overthinking it, but it all seems plausible to me
Sir Abacus
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It's because RED iPhones are 128GB minimum and the payments you're citing are for the 32GB model. The Project RED are the same price as the regular iPhones for the same storage.
Henry Jones Jr
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I might upgrade my iPad 4 to this one. How would the lack of laminated screen effect normal usage?
I think this is the ultimate goal. They'll have an entry-level iPad and then the iPad Pro for everyone higher, and the mini dies. By all accounts it's gotten hammered by the larger iPhone Plus so I'm not sure Apple sees the utility in its lineup anymore.
But man, Apple's product lineup is still a mess, and this doesn't do much to streamline anything.
EatinOlives
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Yeah this is baffling. According to the Macrumors link in the OP it also loses the laminated display/anti-reflective coating?
Is this even an upgrade from the Air 2?
Black also shows finger smudges, dust, and scratches far more easily than white.
The Maverick
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White bezels = trash.
minor effort
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It's still kind of a shame. I'm typing on one now. The Mini in portrait mode is just perfect. I've owned and used 9.7" iPads in the past, but the Mini was the one that just clicked and felt right.
Nobody's expecting it to be the flagship iPad anymore, but if the Mini goes I have a feeling I'll probably move on from iPads altogether.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
Uh no?
Maybe if you buy direct from Apple, but you can easily get the exact pricing I quoted elsewhere.
That's BB, but you can check elsewhere too for cheaper than the Red pricing.
Edit: It's not just an Apple problem. Samsung's Coral Blue is more $$$ too cause it came later and you can find deals on the original sale of colors.
It's part of the issue of releasing new colors post launch.
EatinOlives
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The mini is the perfect size for a tablet, IMO. Regular iPads are pretty good but you can't expect to hold one with one hand for extended periods of time.
Not necessarily an upgrade from the iPad Air 2. But the point seems to be something else. It's a particularly inexpensive, but well-built full-sized Apple tablet. For people who aren't necessarily carrying scales with them, that's the beginning and the end of this conversation. I also bet this move is lacking context. The rumor so far indicates that this is an adjustment throughout the line, and we've only seen the first part of it today. I wouldn't be surprised if the Pro 2 takes the $500 mark to make up for the shift in price.
$25.67 x 30 months = $770.01 (cause its currently on sale. Normal pricing is $29 per month, or $870.)
Same price as the Red iPhone 7 plus. I fail to see what your point is? On Apple the monthly payment is higher because you are paying over 24 months, not 30.
donkey show
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Loving the new red since I use a red case anyway, but yeah this needs to happen.
Zeyphersan
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The new iPad is essentially a new iPad in the body of an Air 1, not the Air 2 or the 9.7 Pro. It's the exact same depth as the Air 1, and just a sliiiiiiight bit more heavy. Probably not noticeable at all (1 pound Air 1 vs 1.03 pound iPad 2017)
Got a new(er) chip, the same other internals as an Air 2, and the body of an Air 1 (including the lack of reflective coating, though it's still missing a side switch)
Got a new(er) chip, the same other internals as an Air 2, and the body of an Air 1 (including the lack of reflective coating, though it's still missing a side switch)
Is the new iPad actually a pretty good value or am I missing something? I've been wanting something to replace my aging 2013 Nexus 7 and this seems like a good deal, especially since I want to step up to a larger size. I might buy it.
I feel like I'm missing something since I see so few positive reactions here though lol
I feel like I'm missing something since I see so few positive reactions here though lol
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
You can easily find it on sale doe. Hence your paying more just for a color...
I fail to see where I failed in this.
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