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How many users own an iPhone from launch for 5 years? Based on the robust resale market, it seems that users who want to always have the latest model fund that
by dublinben 5y ago
How many users own an iPhone from launch for 5 years? Based on the robust resale market, it seems that users who want to always have the latest model fund that habit by reselling their used device into the secondhand market. If anything, this long support enables higher turnover for the latest models.
- hungryforcodes 5y agoI see an incredible number of iPhone 6's and 7's here in Asia. There is a huge thriving repair economy that keeps them going on the cheap. So much so, that I still use my iPhone 6 as my secondary daily driver and it works great. I've had almost every thing replaced in it (battery, screen, camera, etc), all for like $100 in total. Apple's calculation probably has more to do with its reputation. It understands that older phones are still in service and that doing the minimum to keep these at least functional is great for their brand. Hey, an iPhone is an iPhone...
- babypuncher 5y agoWhether you keep your phone for 5 years, or sell it after 2-3 years to someone who will use it for another 2-3, the end result is the same: less e-waste. A lot of other smartphones aren't even worth selling after 2-3 years of use.