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Apple Event March 8, 2022

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Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

#31

The new iPhone SE looks like a really solid phone. The only thing it doesn't really have compared to the 13 is the better camera and the larger form factor / fancier screen tech. And weirdly there doesn't seem to be much in the Android world at that price point anymore.

100%. I got an iPhone 13 but didn't like it. Took it back and bought a refurbished iPhone8+. I'm delighted that Apple hasn't ignored those of us who really love our home button and touchid unlock.

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

#32

The new iPhone SE looks like a really solid phone. The only thing it doesn't really have compared to the 13 is the better camera and the larger form factor / fancier screen tech. And weirdly there doesn't seem to be much in the Android world at that price point anymore.

It's a shame it's still using the 2014 design. I don't really care about the camera or the screen tech, but the form factor looks actively retro compared to every other smartphone out there (and every other Apple product (okay except the cheapest plain iPad)).

I think this is a feature for a lot of people. It's the perfect "same but better" phone for parents, grandparents, and other less demanding markets. All the cases and accessories continue to work as expected and the home button is exactly where it's always been.

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

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Earlier quoted context omitted.

I'd kind of like to see a funeral for OSX/macOS 10 like they did for Mac OS 9. That and a G5 PowerBook, FireWire 1600, and AppleWorks 7.

Mac OS X will get a cremation.

The PowerBook G5 will certainly make that happen!

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

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Will be interesting to see what improvements will be made to M2, given its most likely going to be on the same process node as M1 (TSMC 5nm). This event probably won't tell us much, I am sure all the graphs will be relative scaled with cherry picked benchmarks, making comparison difficult.

Why is it likely going to be on 5nm? 3nm has been in risk production for months now, which would line up with enough lead time for full production for normal Mac refreshes early fall.

That’s just the rumors. Rumor is apple didn’t buy the rights to first run of 3nm. Rumor is intel actually did for some of their new CPUs

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

#36

The new iPhone SE looks like a really solid phone. The only thing it doesn't really have compared to the 13 is the better camera and the larger form factor / fancier screen tech. And weirdly there doesn't seem to be much in the Android world at that price point anymore.

I have the 2nd gen and it's been pretty great. I think they should last for at least 5 years.

It's pretty great, except for battery life, which is really annoying. It's the only reason I wouldn't buy another SE when mine breaks.

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

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post #12

It's too bad the 13/14 mini is going away. That being said I think the SE should be plenty for me. Edit : To phrase this a bit better, it's too bad the "mini" model doesn't seem likely to continue into past the 13 mini.

The iPhone 14 mini doesn’t exist so I’m not sure how it can be “going away”. As for the 13 mini, where’s your source that says it’s being discontinued as opposed to the ‘mini’ line just simply not continuing after the 13’s lifespan?

Ars says there's a rumour it's being discontinued in the flagship lineup

https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/03/apples-new-iphone-se...

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

#38

The new iPhone SE looks like a really solid phone. The only thing it doesn't really have compared to the 13 is the better camera and the larger form factor / fancier screen tech. And weirdly there doesn't seem to be much in the Android world at that price point anymore.

My iPhone SE 2020 is either hacked or it just cant handle running the latest iOS(it stumbles and stutters on various click actions). Also, the battery life is awful!. I am semi-excited about getting the SE 3 as it's the only phone with Touch ID and for me I think that's the best and safest unlocking UX especially if you ever need to open your phone in the car. Just grab it and its open ...one step vs. grab it..look at it and swipe up.

Re: Apple Event March 8, 2022

#39
post #8

The Apple brand is invaluable. You literally can't attach a value to it.

yes, you can. i don't know if people here are too young to remember before Steve Jobs return, Apple was in the gutter. Steve had to make a deal with Microsoft to inject money into Apple. no one stand at the top forever. if it happened before it will happen again.
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