10 years of iPhone

[Vonlipvig]

Wow 10 years, I was only just legal down the local!

If you have the full apple eco system it is great, I know a lot of people with that setup and it works perfectly for them. Myself, never been a fan of anything apple, to me all their products are expensive for what they are and their aggressive use of patents as well as claiming they are the first to do something when they are not (video calling) gets my goat.

Got to hand it to them though, it works for so many people and their marketing guys do a fantastic job! I know I'm more than likely in the minority here

 

[pvr]

I have to admit to using a Mac Mini in full windows mode as my office machine. I could not find a "proper" windows machine for that price, with 3 years warranty included and that size. It fits perfectly between my desk drawers and top.

 

[TitanTim]

Loved the iPhone when they first came out and subsequent models but then the 5 killed it off for me and somehow the novelty wore off, I think there are other phones that simply do it better these days. I'm still likeing my HTC M8 after 2 years apart from the camera which is poor but any replacement must have stereo speakers as on the HTC which is the main pull for me, they just sound great for videos etc.

Tim.

 

[extrablatt]

Had an S2 for work but really didn't get on with it. I don't like the Samsung UI. Being a Z4 owner I liked more niche phones so I had a Palm Pre -- remember those?? -- and a Windows phone before I ventured into iOS territory.

Had a 4, 5, 6 and now 7+ because of the camera. Got the bigger phone to watch Netflix, do crosswords, insta and browse this forum while I'm on the train to work.

The larger phone screen means I have no need for an iPad. I've noticed that own iPads don't generally take them out of the house. They can be found replacing the magazine rack in the bathroom

(But I do see the odd showoff on the train with the giant iPad pro, somehow trying to use it sat in standard class.)

I am fortunate to have a Mac at work and since then we splashed out and bought an iMac for home.

I also do not have the Apple Watch, tending to favour Garmin devices more. The new Fēnix 5 watches they announced this week at CES look like possible contenders for my next fitness watch https://buy.garmin.com/en-GB/GB/p/552982

 

[Carol M]

I've got my 1st gen iPhone. Hoping it is worth loads of money one day.
Wouldn't have one now, much prefer android.

 

[pvr]

I've got my 1st gen iPhone. Hoping it is worth loads of money one day.
Wouldn't have one now, much prefer android.

Just curious - what exactly do you prefer on android?

 

[TitanTim]

The problem is with 1st gen phones etc is you can't connect to itunes anymore can you? when I tried it wouldn't connect as itunes said the operating system was too old and it wouldn't let me upgrade ios, unsure if thats the case which in effect makes the phone pretty useless. It seems a cunning way with these things to make you upgrade after a few years.

Tim.

 

[philip27]

I had my share of iPhones upto the 5s I did like them a lot. When the 6 came out I just decided I needed a change and got a Galaxy S5. It was a great phone but the build quality and materials made it feel cheap I did like the extendable storage though. Picked up a Galaxy S7 edge last year when they came out and really like it. I think it's a great device and works superbly well and Samsung finally have started making devices that dont feel cheap. Just ignore the disaster that was the Note 7 !!!

I still really like my iPad and could be tempted back to an iPhone one day although I think the gap has closed since the days of the iPhone 4 & 5. There is no denying the impact Apple have had with the iPhone. It was such a leap forward at the time and remains very easy to use and appeals to a wide audience a great piece of technology.

 

[MattHall91]

I've had a few and have tried other brands in between. Always ended up coming back to Apple in the end.

iPhone history below:

3GS
4
5
6 64gb

Work iPhone history:

5
6
SE
5S

 

[jimmybell]

Oooh instagram - that's a hobby i need to pick up again. Probably the best social network! anyone want an instagram friend?!

Not sure if that's sarcasm or not

Mines tomscottphotography if anyone wants to follow! I do like following all the Zs on insta! There are quite a few members I follow that put up some lovely pics of their Zs!

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

 

[Marlon]

Oooh instagram - that's a hobby i need to pick up again. Probably the best social network! anyone want an instagram friend?!

Not sure if that's sarcasm or not

Mines tomscottphotography if anyone wants to follow! I do like following all the Zs on insta! There are quite a few members I follow that put up some lovely pics of their Zs!

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

Good to know. My Instagram link is under my sig :wink:

 

[mr wilks]

Oooh instagram - that's a hobby i need to pick up again. Probably the best social network! anyone want an instagram friend?!

Not sure if that's sarcasm or not

Mines tomscottphotography if anyone wants to follow! I do like following all the Zs on insta! There are quite a few members I follow that put up some lovely pics of their Zs!

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

Get back at it , i agree RE your thoughts on less commercial , less crap ( unless you choose it ) & i too love idly searching images from around the world , some very talented folks out there
Only been really interested the last 12 months but there is a good nucleus of Z4 owners on there both on & off the forum
A few to start you off of the many Z related that i follow
marlonz4 dale_b89 lynchy1967 markos_z4 z4_3.0si rallyz4 shimakenz4 p3triikka boosted_z4 indeep75_ lostboy_84

 

[buzyg]

May be it's time to upgrade my Philips Savvy.

 

[jimmybell]

Not sure if that's sarcasm or not

Mines tomscottphotography if anyone wants to follow! I do like following all the Zs on insta! There are quite a few members I follow that put up some lovely pics of their Zs!

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

Get back at it , i agree RE your thoughts on less commercial , less crap ( unless you choose it ) & i too love idly searching images from around the world , some very talented folks out there
Only been really interested the last 12 months but there is a good nucleus of Z4 owners on there both on & off the forum
A few to start you off of the many Z related that i follow
marlonz4 dale_b89 lynchy1967 markos_z4 z4_3.0si rallyz4 shimakenz4 p3triikka boosted_z4 indeep75_ lostboy_84

Mr Wilks am i right in thinking youre currently rocking a coupe AND a roadster?!

Added on instagram! Once my MC has gone through its annual January cycle (service and full detail!) itl be all over instagram

 

[DMC63]

Ahh, the apple upgrade hole. I've had many a friend fall into that one, they never come out... They just keep upgrading.
Still the planet has endless resources. This can go on for ever :? Nobody gives a s**t about the planet anyway so why should anyone else is a mantra I hear echoing in consumer attitudes the world over.
I ask myself a simple question... Do I need it, or does what I have do the job I need it for? So far my 5s is still doing a great job. It's the first iphone I bought after my other android first edition galaxy phone stopped working. Personally I think the 5s was the last design that was cool looking. I can't tell an iphone from an android now.
I've still got an ipad 3. Had it from new and have used it daily since whenever it was released.
Most people I know don't use their computers or phones for anything special, just watching porn, antisocial media and talking bollocks to whoever will listen. Why upgrade for that?

 

[Leesfarm07]

Always be a split decision as to love V hate , , i had a 4s & 5s then i switched to Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 last summer ( yea i know its not the highest model )
Prime reason for ditching the Apple was pi55poor battery life if you want to actually use the phone & can't continually charge them
Anyhow i couldn't be happier with the Samsung & wouldn't go back to Apple but then i probably don't need the full range of facility's that Apple products offer :?

+1...went to Samsung S5 and been very happy. Upgraded to a 7 edge last year but never used it. Gave it to my lad when he went back to Uni after Christmas

 

[mr wilks]

Mr Wilks am i right in thinking youre currently rocking a coupe AND a roadster?!

Added on instagram! Once my MC has gone through its annual January cycle (service and full detail!) itl be all over instagram

Yes mate currently nursing 2 Zs though agreed a deal on the coupe for March when the ///M will hit the road
Added you on Insta & trawled to find your motor , black the under bar & you have the 86 twin of my 85

 

[idej_z4]

Not sure if that's sarcasm or not

Mines tomscottphotography if anyone wants to follow! I do like following all the Zs on insta! There are quite a few members I follow that put up some lovely pics of their Zs!

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

Get back at it , i agree RE your thoughts on less commercial , less crap ( unless you choose it ) & i too love idly searching images from around the world , some very talented folks out there
Only been really interested the last 12 months but there is a good nucleus of Z4 owners on there both on & off the forum
A few to start you off of the many Z related that i follow
marlonz4 dale_b89 lynchy1967 markos_z4 z4_3.0si rallyz4 shimakenz4 p3triikka boosted_z4 indeep75_ lostboy_84

You missed one idej_z4

 

[mr wilks]

haha sorry - no sarcasm! i started getting into instagram, quite liked it - a bit more pure, less ads and less crap content. People try much harder to make quality content on instagram and i genuinely appreciate looking at peoples photo skills or seeing peoples experiences.

Get back at it , i agree RE your thoughts on less commercial , less crap ( unless you choose it ) & i too love idly searching images from around the world , some very talented folks out there
Only been really interested the last 12 months but there is a good nucleus of Z4 owners on there both on & off the forum
A few to start you off of the many Z related that i follow
marlonz4 dale_b89 lynchy1967 markos_z4 z4_3.0si rallyz4 shimakenz4 p3triikka boosted_z4 indeep75_ lostboy_84

You missed one idej_z4

Sorry mate missed another 200 or so but couldnt add them all i think most of us also follow a certain "miidschi" :wink: who has a nice black E85 but posts far more pics of herself

 

[Marlon]

Ahh, the apple upgrade hole. I've had many a friend fall into that one, they never come out... They just keep upgrading.
Still the planet has endless resources. This can go on for ever :? Nobody gives a s**t about the planet anyway so why should anyone else is a mantra I hear echoing in consumer attitudes the world over.
I ask myself a simple question... Do I need it, or does what I have do the job I need it for? So far my 5s is still doing a great job. It's the first iphone I bought after my other android first edition galaxy phone stopped working. Personally I think the 5s was the last design that was cool looking. I can't tell an iphone from an android now.
I've still got an ipad 3. Had it from new and have used it daily since whenever it was released.
Most people I know don't use their computers or phones for anything special, just watching porn, antisocial media and talking bollocks to whoever will listen. Why upgrade for that?

Stop beating around the bush and tell us what you really think