Gadget La: Reviewing the New iPhone 5
Summary
Two tech experts, Roberto Baldwin and Christina Bonnington, discuss the new iPhone 5 and its various features. They mention the design changes, including a taller and lighter phone with improved cameras and a redesigned 8 pin dot connector on the bottom. They also talk about the new iOS 6 features, including Siri enhancements and a redesigned Maps app.
Table of Contents
- Design Changes and Features
- Redesigned 8 Pin Dot Connector
- iOS 6 Features, including Siri and Maps
- Why Choose the iPhone 5?
- Conclusion
Design Changes and Features
The new iPhone 5 has several design changes and features that set it apart from its predecessors. The phone is taller, lighter, and has improved cameras, both front-facing and rear-facing. The display is brighter and has more color saturation than the iPhone 4S, and there are 276 more pixels on the screen. The design changes make the phone feel thinner and lighter, and the front-facing camera is now usable for taking pictures.
Redesigned 8 Pin Dot Connector
The new 8 pin dot connector on the bottom of the phone replaces the previous 30 pin connector. The new connector is much smaller and can be inserted in any orientation. This makes plugging in the phone at night or in the dark much easier, and eliminates the issue of broken pins.
iOS 6 Features, including Siri and Maps
One of the main features of the new iPhone 5 is the updated operating system, iOS 6. Siri, the personal assistant, has been updated to include sports and movie information. Additionally, there is greater Yelp integration with OpenTable, making it easier to make restaurant reservations. The Maps app, however, is problematic due to errors in the information provided.
Why Choose the iPhone 5?
The experts discuss why they chose to upgrade to the iPhone 5. Christina explains that she was due for an upgrade and decided to stay with AT&T despite many people migrating to Verizon. She also notes that AT&T coverage in San Francisco has improved. Roberto, on the other hand, did not upgrade because he has a perfectly good iPhone 4 and sees no need to spend more money.
Conclusion
Overall, the experts agree that the iPhone 5 has several impressive features and design changes that make it a great choice for those who want the latest and greatest phone. However, they also note that the Maps app has some issues that need to be addressed. Despite this, the iPhone 5 is a solid choice for those looking to upgrade from an older model.
