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iphone 6 bending defect
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I'm not defending Apple. I just get annoyed (with anything, really) when things blow-up and objectivity scoots out the door.
When I upgrade, if I manage to bend it (and I'm so bloody forgetful/clumsy, I might just) - expect me back here (with no objectivity in sight), ranting like the silly arse I would have been - and then by all means, join in with the "I told you so's"...
But to answer your other question - when I had a look at this thread on the pc - somewhere below MyBB threw out related-links --- and can you guess what one of them was about? Bending of the 5/5S (I forget which one now)... That was a storm in a teacup.
THIS story *might* have more to it, given how simple physics (and the amount of idiots in the world), suggests that a bigger, thinner phone will probably be more prone to bending if you're not careful.
But I still cannot see how that comes down to a design flaw/bad build quality. Common sense must surely pick up some of the slack at some point?
If you can fit a NOTE 3 (or whatever other phablet) in your pocket for hours of driving without anything happening to it - well then, happy for you. I would however question why, in the name of all that is Holy, would you do that to yourself, but that's a question for another day. The fact that I might have to actually think before doing the same with an iPhone 6+, is hardly going to be the end of the world, for me.
Bottom line - I still cannot fathom how anyone would go "I won't consider the iPhone 6+, coz might bend".
Don't worry too much. Next year when the iPhone 6S or iPhone 7 is released, the usual suspects will be back finding some issue or other to say why their Note 5/ S6 blah blah is better because of iSheep etc. I'm sure a lot of them had Nokias or Blackberry's back in the day and defended those devices just as passionately until they quietly moved to Android and pretended they liked it all along.
Normally, sellouts like that jump ship the first chance they get when they realise that the spotlight has moved. Maybe Tizen, Sailfish, Ubuntu Touch or whatever will entice them and suddenly "Android users are stupid drones that fall for Google's marketing hype about internet balloons and stealing your info by scanning your gmail" etc.
Heard it all before. Move along people. Nothing to see here.
OGroteKoning
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FTFY
OGroteKoning
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I wanted to, but it is a flock of sheep...
I'm not defending Apple. I just get annoyed (with anything, really) when things blow-up and objectivity scoots out the door.
When I upgrade, if I manage to bend it (and I'm so bloody forgetful/clumsy, I might just) - expect me back here (with no objectivity in sight), ranting like the silly arse I would have been - and then by all means, join in with the "I told you so's"...
But to answer your other question - when I had a look at this thread on the pc - somewhere below MyBB threw out related-links --- and can you guess what one of them was about? Bending of the 5/5S (I forget which one now)... That was a storm in a teacup.
THIS story *might* have more to it, given how simple physics (and the amount of idiots in the world), suggests that a bigger, thinner phone will probably be more prone to bending if you're not careful.
But I still cannot see how that comes down to a design flaw/bad build quality. Common sense must surely pick up some of the slack at some point?
If you can fit a NOTE 3 (or whatever other phablet) in your pocket for hours of driving without anything happening to it - well then, happy for you. I would however question why, in the name of all that is Holy, would you do that to yourself, but that's a question for another day. The fact that I might have to actually think before doing the same with an iPhone 6+, is hardly going to be the end of the world, for me.
Bottom line - I still cannot fathom how anyone would go "I won't consider the iPhone 6+, coz might bend".
Objectivity is a myth in this discussion - we're all throwing around opinions
To answer your question: Because Apple is known for producing products with great build quality. Even if the iPhone 6 Plus does not bend as easily under normal day to day activities as many suspect to be the case, test have shown that it bends significantly easier than a range of different smartphones, including the plasticy Galaxy Note 3. It's more susceptible to damage than similar phones. This is not necessarily a problem in and of itself. It might be, depending on how many people experience this issue in day to day use. At this stage, it is just disappointing that the structural integrity of iPhone 6 Plus does not live up to the standard that Apple has over a long period of time set themselves.
If you, icyrus and PostmanPot are going to claim any objectivity, at least concede this.
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AstroTurf
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You realise you are talking out of your arse right? Apple have not always been making phones and many of those descriptions fit apple users perfectly...
PostmanPot
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Objectivity is a myth in this discussion - we're all throwing around opinions
To answer your question: Because Apple is known for producing products with great build quality. Even if the iPhone 6 Plus does not bend as easily under normal day to day activities as many suspect to be the case, test have shown that it bends significantly easier than a range of different smartphones, including the plasticy Galaxy Note 3. It's more susceptible to damage than similar phones. This is not necessarily a problem in and of itself. It might be, depending on how many people experience this issue in day to day use. At this stage, it is just disappointing that the structural integrity of iPhone 6 Plus does not live up to the standard that Apple has over a long period of time set themselves.
If you, icyrus and PostmanPot are going to claim any objectivity, at least concede this.
If you're wanting to be objective, at least concede that you need to give it some time.
Nine complaints in a week, out of millions...
ajules
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I have to wonder why there's so many fandroids in the apple thread and then I remember there's not much going down in the Android threads other than some dude occasionally changing his wallpaper and another dude reminding himself every day how much he loves his Gold S5
That's actually my point. Those exact same guys will then jump ship to an Apple device in a heartbeat if they realised it was currently trending and then immediately start bashing everyone else. I'm not saying you should be brand loyal even if the product is shyte. I'm just saying it's typical of a lot of people to fiercely attack others while quietly ignoring any failings of their own choices. Also, i wasn't talking out of my arse. I couldn't because it was being blocked by a giant, bent iPhone 6 Plus.
Dave
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I did concede exactly that. And I'm the last one to claim objectivity, by the way. Here you go
But you missed my point. Regardless of whether or not the structural integrity of the iPhone 6 Plus turns out to be an issue in day to day use (in the meantime, were giving it time), tests seems to indicate that the iPhone 6 Plus' build quality does not live up to that of previous generations and the iPhone 6. This is disappointing, because we've become accustomed to expect superb build quality from Apple.
I'm asking you to concede that this is indeed disappointing.
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Dave
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I don't think anyone can disagree with that if they look at the issue rationally (and the problem is confirmed as being more widespread than just a handful of people and a few link bait YouTube reviewers).
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Yea look I am not brand loyal, os loyal or anything like that. I love gadgets and gizmos, and toys. That does include apple toys.
I don't like some of the things apple as a company does but they are not the only company I criticize.
All you need is a bluetooth headset (as someone else pointed out earlier)
Properly reinforced the phone should dig into you and remind you it is there. It certainly should not bend, unless designed to flex and return to its original shape. Apple could have used materials that do that. Apple has made a poor choice of materials, made the phone too thin and failed to properly reinforce the casing. They should have exercised common sense in their design.
PostmanPot
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That's a given due to it being thinner and the increased size.
If even the iPhone 4/4s could bend, as well as the 5/5s, then obviously the 6 Plus is going to bend too. Previous generations had their own #bendgate woes, and it was much ado about nothing. Exactly what I see happening here.
Build quality has very little to do with bendability. The 6/6 Plus will still feel the most premium and well built when holding it, and in day to day use. That we can be assured of.
This whole hoo-ha and doubting of one of the most successful tech companies in the world, by means of overnight metalworker and structural engineer qualifications, is laughable.
(Edit: Not by any means aimed at AstroTurf.)
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i.got~issues
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Yet the Note 3 didn't bend.
sand_man
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Plastic is flexible.