- May 23, 2005
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That solar charger 
Just when u think apple lost its mojo
They come through with that haymaker
Just when u think apple lost its mojo
They come through with that haymaker
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- Nov 24, 2009
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I'm sure the apple haters will find a way to criticize the solar charger very soon.
- Jul 18, 2012
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Solar charger would change the game. Opting for the 5.5 model.
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Sick
- Oct 31, 2005
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Solar powered cover would change the game!
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Solar technology is still very inefficient, and with as small of a surface area as 2.5" x 5.5" (based on leaked specs, and assuming the solar panel covers the entire surface), it's gonna be a while for that battery bar to move anywhere. You guys sure you want to keep your phone baking in the sun?
Oh, you're going to be indoors with fluorescent light? Yea well solar panels are powered best by the higher energy UV which isn't used for indoor lighting.
How much is Apple going to charge for it? $150?
Might be useful for emergency situations, but on your regular run-of-the-mill day? Nah.
- Jan 31, 2012
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Is that solar charger legit or just another rumor like the iwatch?
- May 23, 2005
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I ain't ever been more ready for anything else in my life, b.
- Nov 24, 2009
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I already leave my phone out in the sun. Would do it more often now with a solar charger.
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Basically. Dude is acting like he has the inside scoopandhas a doctorate in solar charging iPhone cases. His statement may stand true for previous products but none of us know exactly what Apple has up their sleeve.
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Meh you don't have to have an inside scoop to be up on the limitations of certain tech.
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when they anouncing this?
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Basically. Dude is acting like he has the inside scoopandhas a doctorate in solar charging iPhone cases. His statement may stand true for previous products but none of us know exactly what Apple has up their sleeve.
Right. And Apple is the authority when it comes to all forms of technology, solar included. I like Apple products a lot, but some of you guys need to stop putting them on a pedestal. If they had some groundbreaking technology involving harvesting solar energy, they wouldn't be wasting their time developing a goddamn phone case with it.
The delusion of some of you people is unbelievable. Like what gamble said above, you don't need insider information or a doctorate to know/understand what I posted. A weensy bit of a science education and a smidge of logic is about all you need.
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- May 23, 2005
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Damn can some of us be sheep in peace
Basically. Dude is acting like he has the inside scoopandhas a doctorate in solar charging iPhone cases. His statement may stand true for previous products but none of us know exactly what Apple has up their sleeve.
Right. And Apple is the authority when it comes to all forms of technology, solar included. I like Apple products a lot, but some of you guys need to stop putting them on a pedestal. If they had some groundbreaking technology involving harvesting solar energy, they wouldn't be wasting their time developing a goddamn phone case with it.
The delusion of some of you people is unbelievable. Like what gamble said above, you don't need insider information or a doctorate to know/understand what I posted. A weensy bit of a science education and a smidge of logic is about all you need.
We know all that already
Just let us enjoy what we like without all the criticism
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I think September 15
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Damn can some of us be sheep in peace
Basically. Dude is acting like he has the inside scoopandhas a doctorate in solar charging iPhone cases. His statement may stand true for previous products but none of us know exactly what Apple has up their sleeve.
Right. And Apple is the authority when it comes to all forms of technology, solar included. I like Apple products a lot, but some of you guys need to stop putting them on a pedestal. If they had some groundbreaking technology involving harvesting solar energy, they wouldn't be wasting their time developing a goddamn phone case with it.
The delusion of some of you people is unbelievable. Like what gamble said above, you don't need insider information or a doctorate to know/understand what I posted. A weensy bit of a science education and a smidge of logic is about all you need.
We know all that already
Just let us enjoy what we like without all the criticism
I kill dreams playa.
- Nov 24, 2009
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No one is being delusional. No need to exaggerate. People are just excited about the phone.
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Based Mod in here raining on our parade
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Ouch...my contract with VZW has been up for years, was planning to pay retail for the 6 to keep my unlimited data plan but damn.
sonoftony
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shoelyesses
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with optimal conditions a solar charger is pretty much on par with the same efficiency rate as a wall charger (again thats with perfect conditions). If not it might take 8-10 hrs to get a full charge.... Obviously optimal charging situations wouldnt be the norm, but when you factor in the fact most wouldnt need a complete full charging, the lighting and location.... if you could get something like a 20-30% boost in charging in a average day regular..just day to day it would be beneficial.
But then the question that is raised is at what cost? If the cover is relatively inexpensive then to some it may seem worth it. If the thing is kinda expensive (which i dont imaging it would be) then no due to the fact there are other options ie morphie juice etc... that essential can provide wireless on the go charging inexpensively.
ScroogeMcBuckz
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I'm in the same boat, I would do whatever it takes to keep that unlimited plan. I have my sister on my account and she struggles every month to stay within her allowance. Meanwhile I'm using 3gb comfortably streaming hella music.
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I know right...Verizon sends me mailers every month offering me a new phone and I'm like
you'll pry my unlimited data out of my cold dead hands.Up until now the retail price of the phone was less than how much paying for data would cost over two years, but I was trying to get the 5.5 inch. with the 4.7 being $700 I can only imagine what the 5.5 will be.
Oh well, push come to shove, I'll keep rocking with my 4S until the the 7 comes out in Janaury of 2015
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Wish I knew vzw was going to stop offering unlimited data a few years ago. Would've stayed on my family plan. When I had the 3G on at&t, companies gladly gave unlimited data and wanted more money for minutes and texts.
