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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:17:54 AM EDT
It’s finally time to upgrade and those are the discounted models at this time. I’m leaning towards the 15 Plus though my biggest concern is breaking it by sitting down with it in my back pocket. I saw a few YouTube videos showing the Plus versions being more susceptible to flexing and breaking.
Has anyone had that happen? Or for that matter had both models and can give first hand experience and advice? Thanks in advance! |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:19:27 AM EDT
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I’m still rockin the 7, so I am of no assistance. Lol
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:31:05 AM EDT
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I have a 15 Pro Max that I carry in a back pocket all the time. I’ve only sat on it a couple times and nothing’s happened. That being said, it’s just a matter of training yourself.
Also, if you can find someone to buy and ship to you, get a Canadian model with an actual SIM tray. The US models only have eSIMs and they’re a fucking pain in the ass. |
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SC, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:32:17 AM EDT
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I went pro max because of the 5x camera
Wish I could get it in a smaller phone |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:32:28 AM EDT
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When its time to replace my phone i tend to buy the newest one then hold on to it for a long time
I say get the newest |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:33:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhistlePig270: I’m still rockin the 7, so I am of no assistance. Lol Ha! I’m on an 8 and the battery health failing is the main reason I’m upgrading |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:34:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MMcCall: I have a 15 Pro Max that I carry in a back pocket all the time. I’ve only sat on it a couple times and nothing’s happened. That being said, it’s just a matter of training yourself. Also, if you can find someone to buy and ship to you, get a Canadian model with an actual SIM tray. The US models only have eSIMs and they’re a fucking pain in the ass. Thanks! Why are the e sims a PIA? I’d be getting it from ATT at Costco |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:35:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ttushooter: When its time to replace my phone i tend to buy the newest one then hold on to it for a long time I say get the newest Same here |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:37:07 AM EDT
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15 Pro Max temporary Master Race.
Carry mine in an Otterbox Fre. Outstanding protection and doesn't add too much bulk to the phone. I upgrade every other model and pass mine down to my wife with plenty of life left and in immaculate condition. She somehow manages to ruin them, which is why I don't spend $1,500 getting her a new phone. Instead she ruins the $1,000 trade-in value hand me down. 
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:38:28 AM EDT
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15 has the USB-C connector.
This has had problems with CarPlay (random disconnecting), if that's important to you. If you're heavily invested in Lightning cables, this would be an extra cost. I upgraded from an XS, but I mostly charge via wireless. The CarPlay disconnecting is annoying, but not a huge deal since I have a dash-mounted MagSafe mount/charger. |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:55:31 AM EDT
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Get the 15 and don't put it in your back pocket
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Posted: 5/1/2024 11:57:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NY12ga: Thanks! Why are the e sims a PIA? I’d be getting it from ATT at Costco They're not a pain. Just different. It's a non issue. |
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NH, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 12:00:16 PM EDT
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GF has the 15 Pro Max. It is slightly larger, slightly, then my S24+, and almost twice as heavy. The pictures she takes are breath taking.
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Posted: 5/1/2024 12:08:15 PM EDT
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I have the 14 and enjoy it. It wears the thinest bikini cover I could find, I'm not too hard on phones only dropping them and putting them underwater every once in a while kayaking.
I buy every-other model so I'm skipping the 15 and will wait for the 6.3" iPhone 16 out this fall. Want more spacial videos.  iPhone 16 Rumors |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 12:35:19 PM EDT
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I’ve got the 15 Plus (work provided). Love the camera and battery life, but it’s larger than I prefer.
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Posted: 5/1/2024 1:37:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TinLeg: They're not a pain. Just different. It's a non issue. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TinLeg: Originally Posted By NY12ga: Thanks! Why are the e sims a PIA? I’d be getting it from ATT at Costco They're not a pain. Just different. It's a non issue. If you have one phone and only one phone, that's configured by the carrier and never changed or replaced, it's fine. I just spent three days without service on AT&T while they un-fucked an eSIM issue on their back end. |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 5:52:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MMcCall: If you have one phone and only one phone, that's configured by the carrier and never changed or replaced, it's fine. I just spent three days without service on AT&T while they un-fucked an eSIM issue on their back end. Delete the eSIM, have them provision your service and issue a new eSIM. You should have been back up and running inside of 3 minutes. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 6:24:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Mall-Ninja: 15 has the USB-C connector. This has had problems with CarPlay (random disconnecting), if that's important to you. If you're heavily invested in Lightning cables, this would be an extra cost. I upgraded from an XS, but I mostly charge via wireless. The CarPlay disconnecting is annoying, but not a huge deal since I have a dash-mounted MagSafe mount/charger. Really? Multiple 4 hour drives with my 15 Pro Max and no CarPlay issues. |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 6:39:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: A perfect example of how our country is fucked. Delete the eSIM, have them provision your service and issue a new eSIM. You should have been back up and running inside of 3 minutes. Well, yeah, in theory. In practice, when they refuse to attach your number to the right IMEI and all you get on the phone is scripted diversity hires, it's a bit different. |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 6:55:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ttushooter: When its time to replace my phone i tend to buy the newest one then hold on to it for a long time I say get the newest Yup |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 6:59:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhistlePig270: I'm still rockin the 7, so I am of no assistance. Lol 
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:03:14 PM EDT
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I have a 15 promax and love it, I still have a 7 for work and would not want to go back to a small phone.
I too saw the videos of them being allegedly easy to break and it caused me pause but I decided to just go for it and buy AppleCare. My old one was 5 generations old. I keep mine in a thin minimalist case, and due to work I am in and out of the car all day. I sit down in the car with it in my back pocket probably at least 5 times a day and I haven’t had it bend yet. |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:05:32 PM EDT
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I have the 15. It’s nice. But didn’t realize it had the usb-c and that’s been a huge pain. Getting new cables.
USB-usb-c cables don’t seem to work with it. ESP with things like battery packs/ generators, car 12v adapters. I wish I had got a 14 just for that. The camera is way better than my wife’s 14 tho. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:12:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: Get the 15 and don't put it in your back pocket Is this copacetic now?  |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:12:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BigSky171: Is this copacetic now? https://cdn.dawg.io/9eefc9a7d2840acf83d18e92cd18cf6d/cmimg/item/09/302264620_08.jpg No, and it never will be unless you've got a Tricorder in there. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:18:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MMcCall: No, and it never will be unless you've got a Tricorder in there. Seems logical  |
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:19:51 PM EDT
[#26]
I’d honestly wait and see what the 16 is going to bring to the table this fall. I looked at upgrade options last week. All are just slight improvements imo, we know the 15 had issues. Might be best to wait a bit longer.
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Posted: 5/1/2024 7:20:07 PM EDT
[#27]
Only ever seen females carry a phone in their back pocket
16 will be out in a few months. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 8:41:20 AM EDT
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15
Sucks to switch out the Lightning cables, but USB C is so much better, and my iPad Pro and MacBook already use the C. My AirPods are Lightning, but also wireless, so no biggie. Backing up my 15 to my MacBook is also faster with the C than the Lightning was. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 8:55:10 AM EDT
[#29]
I just went from the 13 to the 15.
I like the 15 over the 13. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 9:02:49 AM EDT
[Last Edit: cruze5]
[#30]
iwent with the standard 15 with usbc
its whatever. i am pissed it says my battery life is already at 97% and its not even a year old... WTF i would usually get that after 2 years they say the newer phone batteries last longer.... whatever. this is the first phone i have ever bought Apple care because i did not have fail in first gen usbc iphone i carry my phones in my front pockets.. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 9:31:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronOnMe: I have a 15 promax and love it, I still have a 7 for work and would not want to go back to a small phone. I too saw the videos of them being allegedly easy to break and it caused me pause but I decided to just go for it and buy AppleCare. My old one was 5 generations old. I keep mine in a thin minimalist case, and due to work I am in and out of the car all day. I sit down in the car with it in my back pocket probably at least 5 times a day and I haven’t had it bend yet. Thanks! |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 9:31:56 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rosta97: I have the 15. It’s nice. But didn’t realize it had the usb-c and that’s been a huge pain. Getting new cables. USB-usb-c cables don’t seem to work with it. ESP with things like battery packs/ generators, car 12v adapters. I wish I had got a 14 just for that. The camera is way better than my wife’s 14 tho. Oh. Now that’s interesting. Anyone else have this issue? |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:24:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cruze5: iwent with the standard 15 with usbc its whatever. i am pissed it says my battery life is already at 97% and its not even a year old... WTF i would usually get that after 2 years they say the newer phone batteries last longer.... whatever. this is the first phone i have ever bought Apple care because i did not have fail in first gen usbc iphone i carry my phones in my front pockets.. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:29:49 AM EDT
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Will the new ones fit in a front shirt pocket?
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:29:56 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Malhass]
[#35]
Originally Posted By NY12ga: It’s finally time to upgrade and those are the discounted models at this time. I’m leaning towards the 15 Plus though my biggest concern is breaking it by sitting down with it in my back pocket. I saw a few YouTube videos showing the Plus versions being more susceptible to flexing and breaking. Has anyone had that happen? Or for that matter had both models and can give first hand experience and advice? Thanks in advance!  ?
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:37:21 AM EDT
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Android is what you seek
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CA, USA
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:43:49 AM EDT
[#37]
If the camera function is important I would get the latest, and greatest. Apple Iphones have great cameras.
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:45:43 AM EDT
[Last Edit: TinLeg]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NY12ga: Oh. Now that’s interesting. Anyone else have this issue? USB-A to USB-C can be tricky if not done right. Cheap cables are often not done right. To eliminate potential cable issues, use one recommended by Apple. This one on the apple website, for example. Apple Store Belkin Cable. In general, it's best to use USB-C to USB-C wherever possible. FWIW - almost all USB is going this direction, and Apple USB-C cables are some of the best. I use them almost exclusively for all devices. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:49:20 AM EDT
[Last Edit: TinLeg]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4-AK: Will the new ones fit in a front shirt pocket? Front shirt pockets are different sizes. My 15 promax with a Peak Design case fits inside those shirts i have that do have front pockets. It's quite heavy for a front pocket so I don't carry it that way. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:51:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhistlePig270: I’m still rockin the 7, so I am of no assistance. Lol  Attached FileMy 7 got really really slow, I upgraded to a free iPhone 11. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 10:57:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NY12ga: Oh. Now that’s interesting. Anyone else have this issue? No. I was on Android and already had a bunch of USB C stuff when I switched to the Pro Max 15 …… zero problems and I use cigarette lighter adapters, charging blocks from Amazon on the phone and my AirPod Pros |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 11:39:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TinLeg: USB-A to USB-C can be tricky if not done right. Cheap cables are often not done right. To eliminate potential cable issues, use one recommended by Apple. This one on the apple website, for example. Apple Store Belkin Cable. In general, it's best to use USB-C to USB-C wherever possible. FWIW - almost all USB is going this direction, and Apple USB-C cables are some of the best. I use them almost exclusively for all devices. it's worth noting that all USB cables are not created equal. The $5 cable you got standing in line at the gas station will likely charge fine but probably not sync data. And all USB C cables that sync data will not all sync at the same speed. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 11:41:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WhistlePig270: I’m still rockin the 7, so I am of no assistance. Lol Me too! |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 5/2/2024 11:51:10 AM EDT
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Have a 15 Pro Max that I only carry in my back pocket. Had a 12 Max Pro that I only carried in my back pocket for 3 years. Not a problem with either one.
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Posted: 5/2/2024 11:55:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Narwhals: Android is what you seek 
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Posted: 5/2/2024 12:02:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: How many charge cycles are on your battery? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: Originally Posted By cruze5: iwent with the standard 15 with usbc its whatever. i am pissed it says my battery life is already at 97% and its not even a year old... WTF i would usually get that after 2 years they say the newer phone batteries last longer.... whatever. this is the first phone i have ever bought Apple care because i did not have fail in first gen usbc iphone i carry my phones in my front pockets.. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 12:06:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bluemax_1: Really? Multiple 4 hour drives with my 15 Pro Max and no CarPlay issues. The wife got a new 15 Plus and says that the Carplay won't stay connected. She's visiting family out of state right now so I haven't had a chance to mess with it. We got it up and running after she got the phone, but a few days into her trip it quit. On another note, I was disappointed when we were shopping to find out that the Mini has been discontinued. Hopefully my 12 Mini will last a long time. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 12:11:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cruze5: 78 3% delta over 100 or less cycles when new isn't anything to worry about. The battery likely wasn't "100%" out of the box. the battery is allowed a variance and yours is within that limit. |
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Posted: 5/2/2024 12:12:44 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Clarinath]
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Posted: 5/2/2024 12:14:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 549: The wife got a new 15 Plus and says that the Carplay won't stay connected. She's visiting family out of state right now so I haven't had a chance to mess with it. We got it up and running after she got the phone, but a few days into her trip it quit. On another note, I was disappointed when we were shopping to find out that the Mini has been discontinued. Hopefully my 12 Mini will last a long time. Kia / Hyundai? |
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