Do you think it will get fixed?

M

MDiPhone

New Member
Sep 24, 2012
2
0
1
Well I am new to this forum and just wanted to say it seems to be really helpful.

My specific question is regarding the color I should get for my iPhone 5. I have always had the black models but I have started to consider buying the white with this one because of the scratching issue. I like to not have cases on my iPhones because I like the feel of them more that way and they look really sharp. I am worried that if I get the iPhone 5 it will get really beat up in the back with the reported issues of scratching and denting when I use it and put my keys in my pocket and what not.

Do you guys think if I wait a month or so they will fix the scratching issue they way they fixed the reception issues on the iPhone 4, or do you think that it will just be a continuous issue because of the new backs?

Thanks
 
BigCiX

BigCiX

Zealot
Gold
Jul 11, 2008
1,445
5
38
Bakersfield, CA
It'll be longer then a months before the issue is resolved. I'm sure Apple is looking into the issue because they are a company of perfection. They won't let customers down.
 
snowtrooper1966

snowtrooper1966

Genius
Gold
Dec 10, 2009
2,589
1,316
113
55
Clarksburg, WV
What phone have you used in the past that you could put your keys in the same pocket and not had any issue? :D

I would say its OK to purchase a black/slate i5 now.
If Apple finds that there are units out there with substandard cosmetic issues, I am confident they will replace them....
 
Zanthe

Zanthe

#apple
Gold
Aug 9, 2007
2,638
323
83
I doubt it's going to get "fixed"...

If it's that much of a concern you better go with the white phone of be prepared to use a case.
 
  • Like
Reactions: jmp316
jmp316

jmp316

Evangelist
Gold
Jul 10, 2008
1,048
141
63
I personally think the flaking or scratching concern is a non issue. Bottom line is: be careful with your expensive items. I can respect your wanting a naked phone, but understand their are consequences if you put your phone in the same pocket with your keys. It's gonna scratch, no matter what phone it is.

I've had iPhones for 5 years. I've always been careful with my phones, but accidents happen. I've had a few dents, scratches, and my wife even broke her screen. You know who I blame: me. The new iPhone 5 uses a softer material that scratches a bit easier, so as a consumer: adjust accordingly. I've had a case on my 5 since Friday. No scratches, no flaking.
 
  • Like
Reactions: RoofMonkey and Lon
imutter

imutter

Genius
Gold
Apr 4, 2011
5,994
775
113
Somewhere between DC and Baltimore.
snowtrooper1966 said:
What phone have you used in the past that you could put your keys in the same pocket and not had any issue? :D

I would say its OK to purchase a black/slate i5 now.
If Apple finds that there are units out there with substandard cosmetic issues, I am confident they will replace them....
Click to expand...
snowtrooper1966 flashback
I can not even remember what phone it was 3G I believe
I had it 1 maybe 2 days
Yep Keys and phone in same purse !
OMG and not much later I dropped the replacement !
 
Lon

Lon

Evangelist
Gold
Jun 5, 2010
2,946
132
63
Alaska
psylichon said:
I can't stand all the "gates" and this is the stupidest, most contrived one yet.

News flash: keys scratch cell phones. End of story.
Click to expand...
First, I agree. Except on the 4 & 4S. They were pretty tough. Second, most of the "scratches" on the aluminum will rub right out. I have done both. Either get a nice case or, like my 3GS, just figure the wear gives it personality!
 
  • Like
Reactions: jmp316
ipod

ipod

Member
Bronze
Sep 14, 2007
340
17
18
imutter said:
I am not concerned at all.
For everyone complaining there is a YouTube video out there showing of the durability
Click to expand...
Why didn't he scratch the sides too? Why just the back? He might as well have gone all out and done the sides too.
 
  • Like
Reactions: Lon
jmp316

jmp316

Evangelist
Gold
Jul 10, 2008
1,048
141
63
ipod said:
Why didn't he scratch the sides too? Why just the back? He might as well have gone all out and don't the sides too.
Click to expand...
Considering this video appears to be shot at an Apple store, I don't he wanted to press his luck. Actually, I'm surprised an Apple store employee didn't notice this and kick him out...
 
Napoleon PhoneApart

Napoleon PhoneApart

Genius
Platinum
Jun 19, 2007
33,493
4,417
113
Upper Marlboro, MD
I'll copy and paste this from a post I made on another forum on Saturday (I'm using an ifrogz case with no screen protector):

"So far I've hiked in two national parks, slipped on gravel and fell on the pocket holding my iPhone 5,
and used it pretty much most of the day yesterday and today. No scuffs."

It's a phone, not a newborn baby. Go outside and have fun.
 
nealh

nealh

Contributor
Silver
Apr 3, 2008
699
25
28
Go to Amazon and look for iPhone 5 bumper from photive. Nice and inexpensive. $10. Then get a screen protector for the front and back and your done with no worries.
 
theorioles33

theorioles33

Evangelist
Silver
Jul 21, 2007
925
135
63
USA
I usually sport a bumper with front and back clear protectors. I do like to go naked occasionally to show of the natural beauty of the phone. :)
 
Zanthe

Zanthe

#apple
Gold
Aug 9, 2007
2,638
323
83
Sharunda said:
I don't believe anything will be "fixed". Phil Schiller, Apple Marketing SVP, has made Apples position on this clear. Check out the article in the link below:

http://9to5mac.com/2012/09/25/apple-marketing-svp-comments-on-iphone-5-scratches-and-chips-that-is-normal-for-aluminum-products/
Click to expand...
I really think waht Schiller said there is just common sense. We all want a "wow" looking "cool" looking device. Apple delivers but it goes without saying that care has to be taken otherwsie it's going to show wear.

Would Apple Fan be happier if they just made it out of cheap plastic and called it a day? I doubt that seriously.

Not sure there is anything to "fix".
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top Bottom