Butter Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 My husband used to have an iPhone, but when the contract ended he got a Samsung Galaxy. I don't have a smartphone, just a dumb one, but if/when I upgrade, it won't be an iPhone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I have a smartphone but it isn't an iPhone. I might have considered an iPhone last year when we were shopping. At the time there was no carrier that provided iPhone service in my area. Now I could get service with Verizon, but the cost for comparable service for one iPhone per month is the same as I pay for 3 smartphones. I'd be pretty stupid to change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfunnybunch Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Yes, but only because my phone broke and dh got a new one from his mom for Christmas. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amayla Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I have only had my iphone about 4 months but I wish I had it earlier. I love it. I got an Ipad for our family to use because I was tired of them always wanting to play w/ my phone. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyinLA Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 I thought just plain yes or no sounded too boring. Although the yes would fit for me, because I'm just that much in love with mine that I would wonder why everyone didn't have one (although in theory I know there are many reasons). We do pay a good bit for our phone plan - nearly $300/month for a family talk plan for 5 people with 5 iPhones. Of course the first $150 covers the main line with the minutes and unlimited texting (which we would have regardless of the type of phone), and $10 per additional line would be charged no matter what type of phone. Our iPhones actually only cost us between $15 and $25/month each, depending on the data plans (dh and ds have the lower plan, the girls and I have the higher plan). Oldest dd is on my Mom's plan because we couldn't have more than 5 people. The thing is, we all really USE our phones for alarm clocks, schedules (they have an awesome family scheduling app in addition to the calendar on the phone), reminders, appts, music (none of us need iPods, though I keep a shuffle in my car for hooking to my stereo), sending videos to one another (especially now that dd and dgs are gone), taking pictures (I don't own a digital camera), etc. in fact, I get a lot more quick videos of things I would otherwise miss because I always have my phone, whereas I wouldn't always have a camera or video camera handy. Of course there are also apps and games, which do come in handy when sitting in a doctor's office, or anywhere I have a long wait. For us, it is TOTALLY worth every penny. I can see why it may not be so for others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) No, I just have a regular cell phone (Virgin prepaid) and it is perfectly adequate for my extremely limited cell phone needs. I am amazed by how many people have smartphones, though. I teach at a university and ALL of my students have them. The college babysitters I hire for 12 bucks an hour have them. They seem like great devices -- DH has an iPhone and it's fantastic for when he's traveling -- but considering that pretty much my entire life plays out in a 3-mile radius, I just can't come up with a decent justification for an iPhone. Or an iPad, for that matter. I barely even use my cellphone. On the upside, though, when my cellphone recently fell out of my pocket at the zoo the people at the front desk knew what I was asking about right away, "Did you lose, like, a really small black phone? Like, really small?" Uh, yes, that would be it. Edited March 22, 2012 by JennyD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmvaughan4 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I'm an "other." I have a regular cell phone. DH upgraded and has a new Android. So I have his old iPhone. It's not on a plan, but I can connect to wireless in places that have wifi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellers Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I LOVE my iPhone! My DD21 has an iPhone too. I'm too cheap to get my DD16 and DD14 iPhones, I don't want to pay for their data plans. My DH still has a BlackBerry Bold, but he's getting ready to buy a new phone. I think he's leaning towards a Droid. He tells me his ideal cellphone would be the size of his Kindle Fire, that way he could see the screen. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelAR05 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I put other because I don't have an IPhone but I would LOVE to have one. It's the monthly fee that keeps me from getting one. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom in High Heels Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Oh, I ♥ my iPhone! I got it in Nov and now I don't know how I lived without it. Seriously. We'll be visiting family in the States next month and I'm practically hyperventilating over the thought of not having it with me. I could take it, but the internet roaming internet charges would kill me. 11 whole days without my iPhone!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I voted other, because, although I do not own one, I would like to. Just can't afford it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 We've been a mac family since 1984 (well, we were single and in college then, but we both had macs!). Dh has several ipods, including a touch. He will probably get an iPad soon. But we don't have iPhones. We wouldn't mind paying more for the phone itself, but the high monthly fee for what would essentially be a toy for us is something we can't justify. We both have cheapie dumb tracfones that cost us $20 every 3 months. Maybe in a few years when the kids are teenagers we'll look at this again. Maybe by then the monthly fee will go down. One can hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvis and Miss Kitty Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I voted other. I only use my phone about once a week. If I used the phone more often, then yes, I would get an iphone. Oh, yeah, I'd have to take a class on how to use it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Love, love, love my iPhone! Over-priced but worth it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murmer Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I have an android but I really want an iphone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I voted other, because although I don't have one I don't fall into the "not in a million" category. The only reason I don't have one is because I'm a Sprint customer and they just got them last year and I'm not eligible for an upgrade until June 1st. I really , really want one but not $800 worth of want, so wait I must. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeFe Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Other - because right now I have a Samsung Fascinate but in two weeks I'll be upgrading to an iPhone. Dh has an iPhone now and he insists that I get one too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Huge Android fan, not a big Apple fan. Love my Samsung Galaxy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Tara~ Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Just got my iPhone after originally getting a Blackberry because it was what we could afford at the time. It soon became known as the Crapberry and I began my countdown for my upgrade. I am now blissfully happy with my iPhone 4s. Siri is my friend. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 Oh, I ♥ my iPhone! I got it in Nov and now I don't know how I lived without it. Seriously.We'll be visiting family in the States next month and I'm practically hyperventilating over the thought of not having it with me. I could take it, but the internet roaming internet charges would kill me. 11 whole days without my iPhone!!!! LOL What will you do?! Seriously - I use mine all the time - my calendar, weather, FB, directions, etc, etc, etc! I get it!!! Love, love, love my iPhone! Over-priced but worth it :) :iagree::iagree::iagree::iagree: I TOTALLY agree!!! But, we are on Sprint. My two older boys have Androids. Dh has an Android. I have an iPhone. Our 11 yo has the free phone. My iPhone cost $10 more a month. Yea. We can afford that!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristine in KS Posted March 23, 2012 Share Posted March 23, 2012 I really like my iPhone. I had the same basic flip phone for five years. I'm calling the monthly data fee my "teacher's salary". I'm now ready to get an iPad--less expensive than private school right? :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbi in Texas Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Not only do I not have an iphone, but my Samsung is not a touch screen. But the price is right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Not only do I not have an iphone, but my Samsung is not a touch screen.:D DH had an old Blackberry before his work gave him an iPhone. I was trying to use it to call a friend one day and after about two minutes frustration realized that the darned phone didn't have a touchscreen. It's amazing how quickly we can move on and get spoiled, technologically speaking. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I have an Android. Absolutely LOVE it. Me, too! And I LOVE the fact that Samsung trusts me enough to let me take the back off and put in a backup battery. I always have a battery charging, and change it about mid-way through the day. Love that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Well I voted yes, but I don't think everyone has an iPhone. :) That. And, if you'd posted last year, it would have been "not in a million!" ... But then my Blackberry died and, um, :blushing: yeah, I love my iPhone. I'm typing on it right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Considering I've never sent a text message and my total dialed/received number of calls per month on my cell is less than 10 on average, it would be a complete waste of money. So no I don't have one nor have any interest in having one. I spend less than than $6.00 a month on my cell phone. I spend $25 a month on my husband"s and I think that is a ridiculously high amount, there is no way I could justify $80 a month for a cell phone (assuming that's an average cost of those things). But I do have an ipad just so you don't think I'm completely technologically in the dark. Oh and I'm one of the people from that thread a month or so ago who HATES talking on the phone which is probably why I consider spending money on them a complete waste. But clearly I'm in the minority on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanna Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I voted "no" but I don't agree with "not in a million" -- I'd really love to have one! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudboots Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I voted no. But I want one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danybug Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 We are an iPhone family. My dh, ds and I all have them. With various replacements and upgrades, I think this is my 7th one :tongue_smilie: I think it is such a sensational piece of equipment! It is hard to imagine what life was like with out it ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiKC Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I voted No, but I didn't agree with "No, not in a million years"! I would love to have an iPhone, but don't because of cost and the plan we have and my husband works for a telecommunications company! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiKC Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I voted No, but I didn't agree with "No, not in a million years"! I would love to have an iPhone, but don't because of cost and the plan we have and my husband works for a telecommunications company! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skadi Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 No, but I'm getting one this summer (waiting for 5 to come out so I can get a price drop on the 4s). I currently have a Droid Eris, and it's mediocre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chepyl Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I said other. I know many people who love their iPhone, but I prefer my android. I have an HTC Inspire. The screen is bigger and the phone is light have an iTouch that I use for work. I enjoy using the Internet on my Android phone. So I wouldnt say, not in a million years, but I would recommend something different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawna in Texas Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I love my android. I've had a Samsung Captivate for a year and a half. DH has the same phone, but it's funny because once you turn on the screens for both, you wouldn't know they were the same. DD has an iphone and she is impatiently waiting for the Galaxy Note to hit below $200 (hopefully by Mother's Day!), so that she can inherit my phone. I so covet the Galaxy Note. I don't even care that I'll look stupid with it up to my ear or won't be able to text one handed. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 We are a mixed family. Dd and I have iPhones with plans. Other dd has hacked pay as you go iPhone and ds and Dh have androids. Personally, I never want to live without my iPhone again. I don't even use my iPads much anymore. My phone is just as easy for me to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy2BeautifulGirls Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 We are a mixed family. Dd and I have iPhones with plans. Other dd has hacked pay as you go iPhone and ds and Dh have androids. My husband uses one, through a work plan. I use ATT Go Phone (pay as you go), but was able to put my sim card into an old iPhone. I can text and make calls anywhere, but I don't have a data plan, so can only do other things when I'm using wifi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Yes. That is the same as dd's hacked iPhone. We have the data turned off, and she uses wifi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 We have droids here and don't want i-phones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I voted other, because while I don't have an iPhone (I have BlackBerry), if given the opportunity to own an iPhone instead, I would not say, "No, not in a million!" If the poll answers had been simply "no" or "yes", I would have voted "no". However, I would not rule out the possibility of my owning one in the future. In fact, I am considering an iPhone for my next upgrade, for which I am now due. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie in VA Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I voted other, because while I don't have an iPhone (I have BlackBerry), if given the opportunity to own an iPhone instead, I would not say, "No, not in a million!" If the poll answers had been simply "no" or "yes", I would have voted "no". However, I would not rule out the possibility of my owning one in the future. In fact, I am considering an iPhone for my next upgrade, for which I am now due. This, except that I don't have a Blackberry now. I have a plain, old cell phone. So, not "no, not in a million," but simply, "No, not right now." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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