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Old 05-10-2016, 11:54
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You obviously haven't been reading what I've been saying. I understand perfectly well that , due to initial popularity, the jet black model is only available on back order.

Its the whole 'rabid obsession' thing I'm less sure of.

Do you actually know anyone who seems to be rabidly obsessed about it? Or have you just read some stuff online about them being hard to get, and simply chosen to use the term in order to reinforce the stereotype that you like to believe?
Have you read the posts on OCUK - those guys are something else.
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Old 05-10-2016, 13:40
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I haven't. But God forbid anyone should be enthusiastic about something.

Arguably better than just whining and being negative about things.
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Old 05-10-2016, 13:43
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A massive helping of both.

Whether you believe that depends if you are the sort of person who is able and prepared to be honest and open minded about all things Apple. There's a huge amount of 'following the crowd' involved with the brand.
Would you like to suggest a ballpark % split between those two groups?
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Old 05-10-2016, 14:15
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I haven't. But God forbid anyone should be enthusiastic about something.

Arguably better than just whining and being negative about things.
There's a difference between enthusiasm and out and out worship.
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Old 05-10-2016, 14:16
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Would you like to suggest a ballpark % split between those two groups?
Not really. You appear to have lot's of answers so perhaps you could do the honours?
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Old 05-10-2016, 14:18
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Not really. You appear to have lot's of answers so perhaps you could do the honours?
Cop out - this is your argument, I shouldn't have to answer for you.

You're the one labouring this point, you should be able to put a ballpark figure on it.
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Old 05-10-2016, 14:19
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There's a difference between enthusiasm and out and out worship.
Humour us.

What are some of the most worshipy things people have said?
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Old 05-10-2016, 16:43
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Cop out - this is your argument, I shouldn't have to answer for you.

You're the one labouring this point, you should be able to put a ballpark figure on it.
Impossible without access to sales figures and I'm not about to wade through that mire. My post stands - you know I'm right!
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Old 05-10-2016, 18:07
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I haven't. But God forbid anyone should be enthusiastic about something.

Arguably better than just whining and being negative about things.
I'm sure there are deep rooted reasons why some people dislike others being so enthusiastic and joyful about products they have chosen to buy. I realise a lot of the stuff I gush over is pretty simplistic joy, and there are absolutely much more important things to me in my life, but anything that makes me smile and makes me happy in life is a good thing as far as I'm concerned. Even the most simple joy is good and healthy. It sure beats depression, anger and misery.
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Old 05-10-2016, 18:49
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Impossible without access to sales figures and I'm not about to wade through that mire. My post stands - you know I'm right!
OK - it sounded as though some of the comments had made quite the impression on you, so I thought maybe you would have been able to recall some.

Convenient that you can't seem to recall any, and can't be bothered to have a quick look for a juicy quote.

Its enough to make anyone thing you were just being overly melodramatic to peddle your nice little stereotype. Funny, that.
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Old 05-10-2016, 18:49
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I'm sure there are deep rooted reasons why some people dislike others being so enthusiastic and joyful about products they have chosen to buy. I realise a lot of the stuff I gush over is pretty simplistic joy, and there are absolutely much more important things to me in my life, but anything that makes me smile and makes me happy in life is a good thing as far as I'm concerned. Even the most simple joy is good and healthy. It sure beats depression, anger and misery.
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Old 07-10-2016, 07:44
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Hi all

Question for folks who had their Iphone's courier delivered, especially from DHL. I got a message that my 7 plus was shipped yesterday via DHL standard service. Estimated delivery date 19th Oct. Just wondering if anyone else got a DHL delivery and how long it took from dispatch? Just curious as am hoping it comes next week

Thank you and sorry for the boring question
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Old 07-10-2016, 08:54
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Hi all

Question for folks who had their Iphone's courier delivered, especially from DHL. I got a message that my 7 plus was shipped yesterday via DHL standard service. Estimated delivery date 19th Oct. Just wondering if anyone else got a DHL delivery and how long it took from dispatch? Just curious as am hoping it comes next week

Thank you and sorry for the boring question
11 days! sounds like it's coming on a donkey?
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Old 07-10-2016, 11:36
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It's probably dispatched from China and will sit for a few days here and there enroute while it waits for a plane
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Old 07-10-2016, 11:37
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Normally UPS isn't it?
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Old 07-10-2016, 11:41
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I've just received one this morning via DHL Express, I got the dispatch notification on Monday this week. It was very similar with a work colleague's one as well.
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Old 07-10-2016, 12:11
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I have just returned from town assisting a friend whose looking for a new phone. The staff in the shop very kindly lined up with most of the big brands side by side on a bench e.g. both iPhones, HTC, Samsung, Sony, Huawei.

The two phones which stood out as being just two big was the Note 7 and the iPhone 7 plus. My friend made exactly the same comment. The staff member also made a similar observation as the two of us. If you are looking to combine a phone and tablet the 7 plus and the Note 7 is a good choice.

However, simply as a phone then both are two big. They don't sit in a trouser pocket comfortably and are to big for many jacket pockets. When used as a phone frankly people look somewhat ridiculous.

The iPhone 7 is much the better size as too is the Samsung S7 rather than the Edge. Obviously not everyone will agree. I don't think any of them are worth the asking price either.

P.S. we came away empty handed as my friend couldn't decide what he wanted, if any.
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Old 07-10-2016, 12:46
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I have just returned from town assisting a friend whose looking for a new phone. The staff in the shop very kindly lined up with most of the big brands side by side on a bench e.g. both iPhones, HTC, Samsung, Sony, Huawei.

The two phones which stood out as being just two big was the Note 7 and the iPhone 7 plus. My friend made exactly the same comment. The staff member also made a similar observation as the two of us. If you are looking to combine a phone and tablet the 7 plus and the Note 7 is a good choice.

However, simply as a phone then both are two big. They don't sit in a trouser pocket comfortably and are to big for many jacket pockets. When used as a phone frankly people look somewhat ridiculous.

The iPhone 7 is much the better size as too is the Samsung S7 rather than the Edge. Obviously not everyone will agree. I don't think any of them are worth the asking price either.

P.S. we came away empty handed as my friend couldn't decide what he wanted, if any.
Get your friend an SE, they will love it. I love mine and have no allegiance either way.
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Old 07-10-2016, 15:09
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Get your friend an SE, they will love it. I love mine and have no allegiance either way.
I love the SE. However, my friend has fingers like sausages (as do I) and although he liked the SE, commented that he would find the keyboard just that bit too small. We are also of a very similar age and there was concern regarding the smallness of the screen for reading websites etc.

I do think these are valid points when you are getting more senior - a shame really.
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Old 07-10-2016, 16:37
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I love the SE. However, my friend has fingers like sausages (as do I) and although he liked the SE, commented that he would find the keyboard just that bit too small. We are also of a very similar age and there was concern regarding the smallness of the screen for reading websites etc.

I do think these are valid points when you are getting more senior - a shame really.
A 5 to 5.2 inch screen, depending on the bezel size, seems to be a good size for most hands.

It is funny to look back when an XL phone had a 4.5 or 4.7 inch screen, and everything else around 3.5 to 4 inches, but it's a gradual process.

You can manage a small increase each upgrade, but to go from an early smartphone with a 3 or 3.5 inch screen to 5.5 or 5.7 inches would be a huge leap.

I don't now think large screens look ridiculous and increasingly see people of varying ages with large screened phones who seem to appreciate them for watching films (having ditched their tablets, no doubt) and having a decent size keyboard for messaging. But pocketability is a thing.

Many pockets are now made that bit bigger for modern smartphones so I guess you don't just upgrade your phone but wardrobe too!!
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Old 07-10-2016, 22:52
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But pocketability is a thing.

Many pockets are now made that bit bigger for modern smartphones so I guess you don't just upgrade your phone but wardrobe too!!
Well the wardrobe for younger people may now have larger pockets for accommodating smartphones but that hasn't reached the wardrobes for us seniors. Certainly not my suite pockets. I think I might be too old for 'sagging trousers'.
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Old 07-10-2016, 23:57
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You must have room in a suite. 😉
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Old 08-10-2016, 11:19
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You must have room in a suite. 😉
Not without spoiling the fashion line of the suit which isn't really desirable. You just end up looking like your packing a concealed weapon.
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Old 08-10-2016, 11:21
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Not without spoiling the fashion line of the suit which isn't really desirable. You just end up like your packing a concealed weapon.
I think you missed the smiley from Jon - s/suite/suit/
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Old 08-10-2016, 12:04
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I think you missed the smiley from Jon - s/suite/suit/
Ah yes you're right, I hadn't noticed the error. This auto correct drives me mad at times. I know I wrote 'suit' but chrome thinks it knows better.
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