[evorc]

I know it's probably because of the scuffing issues. But the black slate was the best black combination IMO! I really hope they bring it back for the iPhone 6! The new black grey is not bad but the black slate is just much slicker.

[Eileen89]

http://forums.imore.com/iphone-5s/26...pace-gray.html

[cardfan]

Agree but not a big deal if you use a case.

[mikeo007]

Too hard to anodize according to Renee. Rather than absorb the cost of defects, better to just pick an easier colour to anodize.

[Eileen89]

Too hard to anodize according to Renee. Rather than absorb the cost of defects, better to just pick an easier colour to anodize.

This makes perfect sense on Apples part, especially given the amount of complaints about the Black iPhone 5.

[sanc333]

it was too prone to scratches, nicks and was difficult to anodise too.

[John Yester]

Don't matter to me... Solid hardware and OS is tops for me.

[evorc]

I can see that as a good reason for apple to discontinue it. Based on leaks, ipad mini might be going back to silver casing as well and eliminate black/slate option. Man it's a slick a color combination but I agree it does scratches/scuff easily. I'm just disappointed because I've always wanted an all black or somewhat iphone. Now, this might just be a one time thing with the iphone 5 because of all the resulting issues.

Overall, I do think it is a good upgrade for people coming from a 4/4s. Even for some 5 owners that are willing to upgrade. Imagine what iphone 6 will bring us!

[nr2d]

I'll miss the black/slate. Space grey I guess will be ok. I'll just use a black case.

[Ipheuria]

I agree with the OP what's with the white models dominating? I want the gold color option but with black not white.


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[evorc]

I agree with the OP what's with the white models dominating? I want the gold color option but with black not white.


posted on an iPhone 5 running iOS 7

I think iPhones/iOS is getting more feminine by the day . I'm still ok with ios7. I just wish there's an option for black or dark gray ui for the black iPhone instead of white.

[tlo07]

Did the resale value of my black 32 gb iPhone 5 just go up slightly? Lol! Wishful thinking...

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[evorc]

Did the resale value of my black 32 gb iPhone 5 just go up slightly? Lol! Wishful thinking...

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Haha! The last of the black/slates, extra $50!

[tlo07]

Haha! The last of the black/slates, extra $50!

Well it IS an endangered species now after all so that sounds good to me!

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[xlipstickandbruisesx]

Buy a used 5 in black/slate from someone that bought applecare+ so you have a warranty for another year lol problem solved if you want a black phone

[Peligro911]

I agree with the OP what's with the white models dominating? I want the gold color option but with black not white.


posted on an iPhone 5 running iOS 7

Black and yellow black and yellow lol .. If it was gold and black I would prefer that also .. Hmm buy 2 and customize or not ?? Lol


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[Peligro911]

Buy a used 5 in black/slate from someone that bought applecare+ so you have a warranty for another year lol problem solved if you want a black phone

My resale just went up on this theory lol


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[evorc]

My resale just went up on this theory lol


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Reminds me of the Toyota Supra!

[Peligro911]

Reminds me of the Toyota Supra!

And honda del sol lol


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[eve6er69]

It's rare I see an iPhone out of a case so color really doesn't matter to most I feel.


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[evorc]

It's rare I see an iPhone out of a case so color really doesn't matter to most I feel.


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That's true but I'm one those brave ones and only use ghost armor. But who knows, perhaps the liquid metal will allow the iPhone 6 to have a black version again.

[eve6er69]

That's true but I'm one those brave ones and only use ghost armor. But who knows, perhaps the liquid metal will allow the iPhone 6 to have a black version again.

You are a rebel I tell ya.


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[evorc]

After seeing the space gray in person I changed my mind about it. It is actually nicely done! It has a nice dark tone to it. Well done Apple!


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