Kiss_It_Goodbyeee t1_iuiutfo wrote on October 31, 2022 at 5:39 PM

A good way to reduce costs on a new iphone is to use the Apple Certified Refurbished store. You can easily save 15-20% on what is basically a new phone direct from Apple. There seem to be quite a few available at the moment.

What makes an iphone worthwhile is long term support - easily 5 years, high quality manufacturing, a consistent app experience, and features that work reliably. You don't miss out on a lot with it used in isolation. Airdrop is really good, but there are other solutions.

That said I wouldn't break the bank for a phone and always get what you can afford.

galactilicious OP t1_iuivzsa wrote on October 31, 2022 at 5:47 PM

I don't think that's available in my country, although it sounds nice.

I have savings and I can afford the 14 without making a huge dent, but where I live it's a lot of money and I guess I'm trying to see if spending that amount would be justified.