rob53

avon b7 said:

Just recently I had to setup a new iPhone and the setup process definitely pushes the user to include cards in Apple Wallet/ Pay. 

Here you go again. There's an obvious "skip" button when setting up any iOS device. You're not forced to enter or accept much of anything. It's actually very easy to set up any Apple device without an Apple ID or any of the normal configurations. You have to proactively enter everything. Apple does, however, make it very easy, a lot easier than any other computer ecosystem, to set up every Apple device, especially the iPhone. They also make it very easy to move data from an old phone to a new phone. This is why I've only purchased Apple devices since the early 90's. I want Apple's ecosystem, I don't want someone else's garbage forced on my Apple devices, especially not by countries who have nothing good to offer. As for Apple fees, they aren't any different than any other credit card company. Actually they're better because I (maybe not you) can buy Apple products on time using the Apple card without any monthly interest as long as I pay my balance off. I haven't paid Apple any fees for a very long time so this lawsuit is a non issue. 

neoncat said:

Appleish said:

One slips in smoothly and easily without looking (Lightning).

The other you have to line up with a touch of care and usually having to look (USB C).

You folks are going to invent every possible back-of-hand-to-forehead problem with USB-C possible, aren't you? It's an absolute wonder that some of you were ever able to cope with connecting anything before precious Lightning was birthed from Phil Schiller's courageous bosom. 

You folks? Us folks have history with all kinds of connectors and USB-C is a loose connection that has many problems. Lightning works as long as you keep the port clean from lint. 

This really sucks because USB-C connectors are known to not stay connected. Lightning is just fine for phones, especially because this is a really good connector that actually stays connected. I continue to have issues with USB-C cables staying connected to external storage and my iMac. The connection keeps dropping, even after I tape the connector to the SSD enclosure. Move it a tiny bit and it disconnects. I've never had this problem with Lightning except when the cable has been damaged. It really upsets me that an inferior "standard" is being forced on Apple. Intel has never provided the computer market with a good connector.

“Unwittingly” using it? Not a chance. They knew what they were using. The FBI, like all government agencies, have computer usage plans that specify what software can be purchased and used. When they use contractors, they have to verify what the contractor is using before finalizing a service contract. GAO and/or OMB, plus the agency’s cyber security program all are involved in contracting services so someone knew they were using it. If not, someone is getting fired and possibly arrested. 

macdoofus said:

"In a note to investors"...

I was waiting for the 15 since my 8plus is kinda long in the tooth. Talked to a VZ rep at the counter, who told me to wait  as well and that they won't raise prices. Right, speculation. What isn't speculation on my end is if they raise prices I'm in no way in hell buying a new iPhone. I already hate ios and what they pass off as "it just works" bullshit. This is my courage talking.Cooks Apple is working for the investor, not the user. Just look at the state of the Golden Master - means nuthin/Save Draft

And you believe Verizon? I quit buying my phone through Verizon years ago. They say it’s “free” but Verizon never gives away anything. None of the cellular companies do. They can price an iPhone at anything but hidden in the fine print is enough surcharges to kick the cost up over the long run to what Apple lists it at.