Re: Gotta go bigger
I think the only way we as the consumers win in this situation is for Apple to create two phones each release, one larger, and one the size of the current 5. Apple's bread and butter is delivering a device to those who desire a device that is comfortable to use with one hand. Of course, this will vary based on the user, but the current size seems to meet the criteria for most one-handed users.
With that said, it cannot be denied that many are longing for a larger iphone. I include myself in this group. Now, I am 6'7" with large hands. The S3 at 4.8" was easy to navigate with one hand. The Note 2....not so much. I may be a bit more of the exception to the rule as far as still finding a larger iphone easily useable with one hand. But there are also the others who are not concerned about one-handed use.....they simply want a larger device. End of story.
While I think it would be a great move from a consumer standpoint to have two sizing options at each new iphone release....I don't know where Apple stands on that. Apple is about profit margin, streamlined manufacturing, etc. My intent is not to delve into all of that here....but my point is if it doesn't increase their bottom line in a healthy manner then I don't see them quickly caving. Samsung seems highly focused on market share and numbers sold vs Apple and their profit driven motives.
While none of us will no for sure until this summer/fall depending on when Tim takes the stage...I think it is pretty safe to say that none of this will matter anytime soon. If you want to know what the 5S/?name? will feel like in the hand, just go hold an iphone 5..... .