Apple Unveils the iPhone 5: Are You Planning to Get One?

by The Big Question Posted 2012/09/12 17:50:05

Related Topics: Apple, iPhone 5, iPhone, iPhone 4, iPhone 4s, San Francisco, smartphone, Tim Cook

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It seems like we've been waiting forever... but the latest version of the ever-so-popular iPhone has finally been unveiled at an event in San Francisco. And it's called the iPhone 5. The smartphone is actually the sixth generation iPhone -- the fifth version is called the iPhone 4S --and has a faster processor, bigger screen and better camera. Are you planning to get the iPhone 5?

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onkii 2012/09/12 17:55:25

No

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I am too poor to own an iPhone of any kind. I am happy with my regular flip phone. It sends/receives texts and calls so I am happy with that. Also, it seems like a new iPhone comes out every other year and everybody always wants to upgrade ! Too expensive for me.
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Temlakos~POTL~PWCM~JLA~☆ 2012/09/13 13:34:14

No

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Can't afford it, and my carrier is not ready to handle it anyway.

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TommyB 2012/09/13 13:26:56

No

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I'm still working on getting longer string.

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life.of.insanity 2012/09/13 13:22:26

No

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It looks cool but I don't need it.

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tom C 2012/09/13 12:22:11

No

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My old flip phone finally died last month.....so i got a samsung galaxy ll so far its great...

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Wortmore 2012/09/13 12:08:55

No

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I'm planning to get a 4S

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ivegotloveinmypants 2012/09/13 11:57:54

No

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Unless they can prove that it is any better than the iPhone 4S for real. They must be feeling smug, now, Apple, as they have managed to wipe off so much off the stock market value of Samsung.

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Depsycho 2012/09/13 09:46:38

No

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I've got the 4S and I am satisfied with it.

The new one doesn't dazzle or entice me one bit. Oooh... it's even SLIMMER... yeah, whatever.

The rule of thumb is wait a few versions before settling for a phone, be it iPhone or other smart phone. So far, 4S is pretty damn good, which means 5 will be an atrocity. I think I'll wait for version 6 or 7 in a couple years, thanks.... and I'm not expecting a name change really.

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mich 2012/09/13 08:15:28

Yes

My contract is up this month and my current iPhone 4 is beginning to show signs of a slow death. So, yes, I'm getting one. But if my contract wasn't up, I wouldn't rush out to get it.

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Saga 2012/09/13 08:04:24

No

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Pfft, Apple. ._.

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Skar 2012/09/13 05:51:53

No

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I would never buy anything that Apple is selling. Outdated tech that they package as new and extremely over priced.

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Daniel to Skar 2012/09/13 16:53:22

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Actually, many of the Android smartphones are much more expensive, e.g., the Samsung Galaxy III sells for $299.00, whereas the iPhone 5 can be purchased for $199.00. I also find that the iPhone has a much smoother operating system. JM2C.

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tom C to Daniel 2012/09/14 18:25:08 (edited)

?? ATT has galaxy 3 for $199
walmart has the galaxy 2 for $49
samsung has upgradable memory...and longer battery life..plus a replaceable battery

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Barbara 2012/09/13 05:47:50 (edited)

No

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Sorry, a phones a phone, I'm not a gadget freak who has to have the latest technology. I don't play games, I don't go on facebook I use my laptop for that. I try and use little of my phone as possible....."Not interested in gadgets that microwave you brain" and your paying and arm and leg for it......doesn't make sense, maybe to the Y gen it does!!

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Seraph O. Storms 2012/09/13 05:44:05

No

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Overpriced and dumbed down. No thanks.

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Georgia50 2012/09/13 05:35:31

No

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Sticking with Droid for now.

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Jaxxi 2012/09/13 05:19:27

No

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overpriced and big f-ing deal! I need a phone to make a friggin phone call...not to stare at the screen all day and be zombified to my phone..

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Alex 2012/09/13 03:18:30

No

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Bought this bad boy in July and today has only solidified my decision for my purchase.

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Anthony... to Alex 2012/09/13 14:19:49

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Agreed

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Mr Bob 2012/09/13 02:42:56

No

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Oh Hell no!

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NObama 2012/09/13 02:26:16 (edited)

No

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I do not like the way Apple only adds one or two additional new features in each new version of the IPhone at a time and hype it up as if its gods gift to the world. Hopefully Apple at least adds 4G. But I'm sure Apple will still sell it for 699.99, regardless

Android Rocks. 100% customisable. open source rules. Many different devices to chose from, in turn gives you the features your looking for in a Android device.

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Karl 2012/09/13 02:18:26

No

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Droids seem nicer.

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PortaPocketGal 2012/09/13 02:03:45

No

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don't need to be the 1st on my block to get one...maybe I'll get a previous version... BUT no matter what...the good news for me is...ALL iPhones (including iPhone 5) will fit in my Medium size PortaPocket pocket so can always WEAR my phone and not rely on insufficient/ failing pockets or have to babysit that purse/bag. yay!

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Stevethinks 2012/09/13 01:57:35

No

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Have you read about the factory and working conditions where the Iphone5 is being made. I wouldn't be able to even touch it. It's made from people's lives. Horrid!

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timothy 2012/09/13 01:46:01

No

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I'm happy with my galaxy nexus

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Cierra 2012/09/13 01:42:34

No

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I would if I could but it's too expensive. You have to pay an arm and a leg for the phone AND THEN you have to pay another leg for the service! I don't have that kind of money and I like having my limbs so I just stick to Android.

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Artisan Rose ☽✪☾☥ 2012/09/13 01:32:07

No

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I'm quite happy with my Razr

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Bob to Artisan... 2012/09/13 13:19:30

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Agreed!

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Philo-ThisSpaceForRent 2012/09/13 01:17:39

No

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Nope, gonna stick with my Android.

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Jack 2012/09/13 01:17:23

No

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Too expensive to buy in my country. All I need is a handphone that can make and receive calls, sms, listen to music and take some pictures. The rest, I can use my computer.

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FeelHood H. Obama~BN28 2012/09/13 01:16:16

Yes

I travel overseas a lot. I like that it can access any network. The camera looks sick, too.

I'm definitely getting one.

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Skar to FeelHoo... 2012/09/13 05:40:33

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Unfortunately for international travelers the iphone 5 isn't what it's cracked up to be.
There are 3 different versions of iPhone with different LTE radios supporting different bands. Depending on your carrier you may not be able to use it in certain countries. The AT&T GSM model will only support LTE in the US and Canada. The CDMA model will support Sprint / Verizon and KDDI in Japan and then there is a 3rd international GSM model that will support Europe, Asia and Australia. So if you're planning on having international 4g/LTE your out of luck unless you go to Canada or Japan. This information is taken directly from Apple's website at http://www.apple.com/iphone/LTE/

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FeelHoo... to Skar 2012/09/13 05:55:43

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I guess I'm out of look for my trip to Jakarta at the end of the month. I hope the hotel has Wi-Fi so, I can Skype or FaceTime.

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Bureauc 0webama 2012/09/13 01:11:39

Yes

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Yes/No, torn between the iPhone or keeping my 'dumb' phone and getting an iPad.
Remember when we got along fine without either?

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Torchmanner ~PWCM~JLA 2012/09/13 01:02:49

No

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Maybe someone will give me one?

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Arel 2012/09/13 00:29:59

No

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I don't even own a smart phone...................

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Commander Pyle 2012/09/13 00:25:45

No

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Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me five, you can't get fooled again.

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Cal 2012/09/13 00:25:42

No

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I think this explains it the best, in the best way possible...

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BattleBunnys 2012/09/13 00:23:23

No

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ikeknight 2012/09/12 23:54:37

No

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I would like to, but really don't need to. I'm happy with my iPhone 3GS.

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Reggie☮ 2012/09/12 23:49:50

No

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No, I actually like my old phone so I'm not interested.

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