Greg’s ancient Razr flip phone has been acting up so we went to the Verizon store to see if he and I could upgrade our phones independently. Never thought I would end up walking out with a new iPhone!
I told the sales guy I was holding out for the iPhone 5. I had waited 4 years for iPhones to be available on Verizon (AT&T coverage is non-existent in our house)…..so what was a few more months to make sure I got the latest model? They usually come out in June/July, but I had heard they would likely be delayed until at least Sept, which he confirmed. The rep also told me that they were not going to be 4G phones. I’m not sure I entirely believe that, but thinking about waiting another 6 months to find out was a real drag.
So I ended up justifying switching now. I’ve wanted an iPhone badly for awhile now for several reasons….1) there has been many a time where it would have been handy to have Internet access in a store or on a road trip 2) as a web professional, I feel like I’m not keeping up with where my visitors are ever more likely to experience my site – on mobile 3) we have a new Exchange mail sever at work that will sync well with one 4) I’m tired of carrying around a separate phone, PDA and camera in my purse (or not having all three with me when I go somewhere without a purse) and 5) once the little Fazenbaby arrives I’ll want an easier way to email/post videos and pictures!
I know Android’s been an option on Verizon for awhile now, but since I have a MacBook at work, a MacBook at home, an Apple TV and an iPod Touch with a bunch of apps already….I wanted an iPhone so everything syncs and works seamlessly in happy Mac land. (Yes, I have drank the kool-aid.)
So far, no regrets….LOVE IT LOVE IT!
I know I shouldn’t be so excited about a new toy, but I’ve waited so long for this it is even sweeter to finally have it.