The phone definitely has a CODEC built in and had probably mixed analog and digital signals on a few connector pins that it sperates with a DC block in the adapter.
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iPhone 7 | OT | Pre-order Sept 9, Available Sept 16
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nhlducks35
Member
Wouldn't recommend getting that jet black version if you want to go naked
WTF, I can trade my 6+ for essentially ~$800?!?!?! Where do I sign up
Also, the official Apple Lightning Dock is the only way Ive figured out to charge/listen to music wired. http://www.apple.com/shop/product/ML8H2AM/A/iphone-lightning-dock-space-gray
PlayALLtheGames
Banned
Exactly what I thought but there is no way it'll be that shitty. No way.
Yeah need to know about this asap.
Tranqueris
Banned
Yeah I'm also wondering about this for next year. Also hopefully I can get my phone ordered for the release date, last time the site fucked up and I had to wait about a month.
Wouldn't recommend getting that jet black version if you want to go naked
The best thing about the black version over the others, in addition to the black front, are inconspicuous antenna lines this year. Easily the worst aspect of the 6/6S design and they've finally done something about it.
The Real Abed
Perma-Junior
next year
Basically like the new trackpads. Soon the only moving parts in the phone will be the electro magnet that causes the vibration.
Yes. Best thing. The lines blend in with the case. The way it should be.
LyleLanley
Banned
Wouldn't recommend getting that jet black version if you want to go naked
Damn it. But what's the point of such a beautiful finish if you're going to put a case on it?
Uno Venova
Banned
https://twitter.com/JohnLegere/status/773678962107047936
I would read the replies, T Mobile Help is giving specific price credits based on several phones.
exmachina64
Banned
next year
Well, at least I have enough time to become resigned to it.
Materials science is hard.
got a message from tmobile twitter -
Since I have an SE and asking about that free iPhone promo
I have jump so i think i just have to turn the phone in and I don't have to pay upfront
I'm contemplating on what to do as I owe $200 left and have the $50 a month plan while paying the $12 jump program, thinking about switching to the apple program because continuing with the same plan would only save me $10 but with apple it would be $30 + $70 a month tmobile plan. So $92 vs $105 with apple plus I would have to pay off the $200
Since I have an SE and asking about that free iPhone promo
I have jump so i think i just have to turn the phone in and I don't have to pay upfront
I'm contemplating on what to do as I owe $200 left and have the $50 a month plan while paying the $12 jump program, thinking about switching to the apple program because continuing with the same plan would only save me $10 but with apple it would be $30 + $70 a month tmobile plan. So $92 vs $105 with apple plus I would have to pay off the $200
If I successfully pre-order and instead of having mine shipped, have it for in-store pickup (Grand Central Apple Store to be specific), can I pick it up at any time that launch day and be okay?
I'm completely fine with skipping the lines, actually going to work for the morning, then picking mine up at lunch time. Is that possible?
I'm completely fine with skipping the lines, actually going to work for the morning, then picking mine up at lunch time. Is that possible?
dynamitejim
Member
Wouldn't it also need an amp as well, though? A DAC will only give you line out audio. The adapter also seems to work with previous phones as well, but only if they have iOS 10.
Tranqueris
Banned
I was thinking about getting a clear case for a jet black phone but the post about the normal black phone and the antennas just sold me on the normal one and I could use it with or without the case whenever I want.
MrMephistoX
Member
Probably forcing you into Jump or something. I'll be on the lookout though!
Nobody on the $30 Wal-Mart plan is getting any kind of free upgrade or trade in deal, I can almost guarantee that.
This is meant to attract new postpaid customers.
Uno Venova
Banned
New customers should be on the lookout if they don't want JUMP, they love adding that onto new contracts when you didn't even ask for it. You can easily cancel it but its still annoying.
I'm curious about this as well. My wife and I both have 64gb iPhone 6 that we would be willing to trade in to jump on the yearly upgrade program. I'm guessing the smaller payment would only be good for the first year of phone ownership as trade in of each phone after that is part of the yearly upgrade deal.
He is likely wrong. The CODEC driving the headphone most likely the same CODEC driving the phone handset audio functions. It is very easy to mix analog and digital signaling.
AwayFromInfinityx
Member
Please be true..
MadraptorMan
Member
What do you guys think about the 32GB option? Is it enough space? I have a 64GB 6 Plus here with 33GB of free space remaining.
Great announcement, one thing people love about their iPhones are their cameras so the fact that its getting an upgrade (if only for the plus), is going to sell well, and people might have to start learning to live with bigger size phones.
Starting to feel like the mid size iPhone (4.7") feels gimped when it really should be on the same level as the plus. It was ok the iPhone 6/6s, but the dual camera update is huge.
Starting to feel like the mid size iPhone (4.7") feels gimped when it really should be on the same level as the plus. It was ok the iPhone 6/6s, but the dual camera update is huge.
It's not really that anyone is ok with this but there's really no choice if you want to listen to music and charge your phone at the same time.
Removing the headphone jack just because it is "ancient technology" was just plain stupid.
MrMephistoX
Member
Details may be up
*iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are splash, water, and dust resistant and were tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529. Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions, and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.
If you cancel wireless service, remaining balance at full price is due. For well-qualified customers via bill credits with a 24-month finance agreement and qualifying service; + taxes and fees.
Read more at https://explore.t-mobile.com/iPhone7/PreReg.aspx#Q0Xwctpt4Lt1oraO.99
The regular 7 camera is going to be a bigger upgrade over the 6S than I think most will expect. Larger sensor + larger aperture + better ISP + optical image stabilization is gonna result in much better photos. The 6S camera was really held back by its comparatively tiny sensor.
Sir Abacus
Member
Almost all of the audio ICs are complete DAC + amp on a single package these days. Space is always at a premium.
It ought to be plenty unless you're taking photos/long videos every day. I'll say getting the 128GB has meant not ever worrying about storage space in terms of deleting apps or video and I'm really stoked that's now on a cheaper memory tier.
I think its enough space, but will need a bit more space management with photos and videos on the cloud.
I don't really find myself downloading huge apps any more and just stick to the usual ones.
Uno Venova
Banned
So unlike last year, where J & JOD got priority, it's completely first come first serve.
I think you'll be worrying about space too often with half the GB. I know I would.
Think you're selling it short. The 4.7 gained OIS, f1.8, and wide color. It's just missing optical zoom.
Was a larger sensor confirmed?
Raitosaito
Member
It's the same promo they ran last year. It's only for the base 32gb model, and you have to keep the phone for a 2 year time frame. They basically pay the financing of your phone for you.
They didn't say it, but it's obvious just looking at how much larger the camera cut-out on the back is.
Its still a nice upgrade, though I think most people are going to compare the 7 and 7 plus in a shop and then physically see that there's a dual camera system on the 7 plus and going to want that.
Uno Venova
Banned
No you actually do, it just needs to be paid off completely.
It's missing the bokeh effect without the dual camera system isn't it?
MrMephistoX
Member
Fine print on the site says you sign up for a $24 month contract and only on certain plans.
"If you cancel wireless service, remaining balance at full price is due. For well-qualified customers via bill credits with a 24-month finance agreement and qualifying service; + taxes and fees."
Read more at https://explore.t-mobile.com/iPhone7/PreReg.aspx#Q0Xwctpt4Lt1oraO.99
I purposely excluded that because I can easily tell it's not real so i don't really care for it.
Jawmuncher
Member
So I'm already due for an upgrade at ATT. Do preorders get counted for that? Like can I go into the store and go "I want to preorder the iPhone 7 as my upgrade'.
I feel like they would have highlighted that if it was. I think the larger cut out is due to the larger aperture.
I hope Apple can improve it a bit before they roll it out. There were a few inconsistencies in their demo images. The last one they showed had the effect applied to the dude's glasses, I assume because the background was reflected in them.
Apoleptica
Banned
Did any of the previous iphones drop in price today after the 7 reveal? I'm currently using an iphone 4s and it's nightmarishly slow. I'm thinking about maybe upgrading to an iphone SE. Any recommendations where to get an SE for cheapest, or a good android equivalent? I'm a smartphone noob and don't really want to spend more than $350 on a phone.
Alligatorjandro
Banned
How much will Apple give for a 6S?
I am confused. So you still have to pay for the iPhone 7, but that money gets slowly refunded to you as a $24/month credit on your bill?