What's the likelihood of a smaller iPad with phone?

Maggie Leung · 07-27-2010, 02:58 PM

I'd like to hear educated guesses on the likelihood of such a product, possible timing and price.

I have an iPhone 3G and would like a bigger screen. I'm looking for something like the Dell Streak, with a 5-inch screen. I was ready to buy one, but I've been reading about Dell's launch delays and have grown wary.

scottjl · 07-27-2010, 03:00 PM

i'd say unlikely. they already have the iphone. a larger screen would mean a larger unit. have you seen the droid X? it's huge next to an iphone.

i don't think we'll see any iOS device in a size between the iphone/ipod touch and an ipad.

Maggie Leung · 07-27-2010, 03:18 PM

Bummer. That's what I thought. The Droid X and Evo have gotten mixed reviews, from my initial skim.

scottjl · 07-27-2010, 03:25 PM

well. some people like a larger sized device. the larger screen can be easier to read, has larger objects to touch, and a larger size can be easier to hold.

the droid X scares me because of motorola's ability to brick the device if you hack at it.

Maggie Leung · 07-27-2010, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottjl

well. some people like a larger sized device. the larger screen can be easier to read, has larger objects to touch, and a larger size can be easier to hold.

the droid X scares me because of motorola's ability to brick the device if you hack at it.

I want a larger screen and don't care if I look like a doofus with a big phone. I want one with decent battery life, reliable firmware and such, though, and reviews have knocked Evo and Droid X on such. I'll check further, but wanted to know whether anything else was on the horizon that might be worth waiting for.

Tamara · 07-27-2010, 04:02 PM

I would say it is unlikely. The iPhone can't go much bigger and still fit in a pocket or be held comfortably against your ear.

JSWolf · 07-27-2010, 04:04 PM

Smaller iPad with phone.... Gee, that would be ... THE IPHONE!

Maggie Leung · 07-27-2010, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Smaller iPad with phone.... Gee, that would be ... THE IPHONE!

Appears you overlooked that I wanted educated guesses on a phone with a bigger screen. Wasn't looking for dumb jokes that miss the point.

tyche · 07-27-2010, 04:18 PM

The can't make the iPad fast enough and still haven't hit all countries yet. I really can't see Apple breaking up their offerings into more products for several years if ever.

VictoriaP · 07-28-2010, 12:18 AM

I can see the potential for a smaller (1/2 size) iPad if they feel the need to compete with the regular ereader market. But I'm another one who highly doubts they'll include a phone in a future iPad, regardless of size, or upsize the iPhone instead.

Apple's phones are released in the summer, so summer 2011 is your next opportunity to see if they'll "go large" with the iPhone. Personally, I wouldn't wait that long if you're ready to upgrade now.

HarryT · 07-28-2010, 01:15 AM

I'd really like to see such a device myself. An iPad with a 5" or 6" screen would make a great bookreader.

PatNY · 07-28-2010, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottjl

i don't think we'll see any iOS device in a size between the iphone/ipod touch and an ipad.

Well, rumor has it that Apple is planning a smaller iPad with a 5.6" or 7" screen. Though it won't be a phone, I guess you could always use skype on it.

A smaller iPad is what I want. Though I think an e-ink reader for reading outdoors might be nice also.

I am currently waiting to see if this rumor is true.

http://www.tabletpcreview.com/defaul...ad+oled+tablet

scottjl · 07-28-2010, 01:12 PM

yeah, well, you know how rumors and apple goes...

07-27-2010, 02:58 PM	#1
Maggie Leung Wizard Posts: 1,449 Karma: 58383 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Kindle, iPad	What's the likelihood of a smaller iPad with phone? I'd like to hear educated guesses on the likelihood of such a product, possible timing and price. I have an iPhone 3G and would like a bigger screen. I'm looking for something like the Dell Streak, with a 5-inch screen. I was ready to buy one, but I've been reading about Dell's launch delays and have grown wary.

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07-27-2010, 03:00 PM	#2
scottjl Reader of Books Posts: 1,632 Karma: 2697 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: none	i'd say unlikely. they already have the iphone. a larger screen would mean a larger unit. have you seen the droid X? it's huge next to an iphone. i don't think we'll see any iOS device in a size between the iphone/ipod touch and an ipad.

07-27-2010, 03:18 PM	#3
Maggie Leung Wizard Posts: 1,449 Karma: 58383 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Kindle, iPad	Bummer. That's what I thought. The Droid X and Evo have gotten mixed reviews, from my initial skim.

07-27-2010, 03:25 PM	#4
scottjl Reader of Books Posts: 1,632 Karma: 2697 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: none	well. some people like a larger sized device. the larger screen can be easier to read, has larger objects to touch, and a larger size can be easier to hold. the droid X scares me because of motorola's ability to brick the device if you hack at it.

07-27-2010, 04:02 PM	#6
Tamara Evangelist Posts: 446 Karma: 1812 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: iPhone	I would say it is unlikely. The iPhone can't go much bigger and still fit in a pocket or be held comfortably against your ear.

07-27-2010, 04:04 PM	#7
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 73,957 Karma: 128903250 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	Smaller iPad with phone.... Gee, that would be ... THE IPHONE!

07-27-2010, 04:18 PM	#9
tyche Addict Posts: 227 Karma: 2530 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: PRS-505, iPad	The can't make the iPad fast enough and still haven't hit all countries yet. I really can't see Apple breaking up their offerings into more products for several years if ever.

07-28-2010, 12:18 AM	#10
VictoriaP Addict Posts: 298 Karma: 491576 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: Kindle PW2; Kindle Touch; Kindle 2; iPad Mini; iPad1	I can see the potential for a smaller (1/2 size) iPad if they feel the need to compete with the regular ereader market. But I'm another one who highly doubts they'll include a phone in a future iPad, regardless of size, or upsize the iPhone instead. Apple's phones are released in the summer, so summer 2011 is your next opportunity to see if they'll "go large" with the iPhone. Personally, I wouldn't wait that long if you're ready to upgrade now.

07-28-2010, 01:15 AM	#11
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	I'd really like to see such a device myself. An iPad with a 5" or 6" screen would make a great bookreader.

07-28-2010, 01:12 PM	#13
scottjl Reader of Books Posts: 1,632 Karma: 2697 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: none	yeah, well, you know how rumors and apple goes...

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