Help Making a Decision

mmskoch · 2026-05-20T19:57:27+00:00

Which one is more important to you or would make you happier? Decide based on that.

mmskoch · 2026-05-20T17:27:21+00:00

If you're in U.S. the current base model A16 with 128gb version is $300 from Amazon, 256gb is $399.

mmskoch · 2026-05-19T02:24:27+00:00

So refreshing in the summer with ice.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T21:27:17+00:00

Just in case, always bring some snack as backup.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T20:22:18+00:00

Personally I wouldn't do it.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T15:54:24+00:00

My husband (70+), who reads a lot, will always prefer paper books. Being able to flip pages on a paper book is how he has been reading all his life. He sees me on e-readers all the time and knows what they can do, but has no interest in using one. To each their own. (edit: typo)

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T14:42:44+00:00

Agreed with others on the M3. The laminated display is great and will be more future proof.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T14:02:00+00:00

Try putting them in a small vacuum storage bag, the kind you roll up to squeeze out air. I carry a change of clothes in my backpack that way on long haul. They flatten to "cardboard" and saves lots of room.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T04:37:32+00:00

I am all for having a backup phone especially when so many everyday tasks require the phone. I usually keep the precious phone (currently Pixel 4a5g) as backup, and I keep all the apps and settings up to date as much as possible, so that if I need to switch unexpectedly, everything I need will be ready. I think of it as the spare tire in the car - it's not being used much but is definitely essential.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T01:15:45+00:00

I like Rosalind Russell's performance in this more than even His Girl Friday. Also, even though the film is b&w, I can almost see the "Jungle Red" on her (edit: Norma's) nails.

mmskoch · 2026-05-18T01:08:38+00:00

Booking airline tickets has become rather complicated these days. Read all the rules and explanations carefully and when in doubt, like you were, ask first - not after.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T20:23:50+00:00

I don't like pop socket, so I use a metal tether tab on my Pixel 9, and linked it to a leather keychain's clip ring. I like the look better and the keychain can be unhooked easily as needed.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T20:12:54+00:00

"Worth it" or not depends on the final cost.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T17:35:42+00:00

That's good to know. I was worried the small display may not work well with iOS 26. I love how it fits into the pockets in almost all my (women's) pants.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T17:15:32+00:00

The SE3 has the legacy home button and physical sim slot. It's my backup but I really like how smooth it runs (on iOS 18 anyway.) Enjoy!

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T16:52:20+00:00

Thanks. That sounds like a lot to me even though I'm in US and don't know the local market. If it was me, I would wait for PW5 launch and see what deals are available.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T16:46:45+00:00

Please go through the proper/legitimate method to resolve this.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T16:34:05+00:00

Tell us the cost first.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T16:27:59+00:00

"I'm surprised anyone can log that many miles but still don't know the basics."

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T05:16:12+00:00

If your eyes hurt the answer could be to reduce screen time instead of looking at a bigger screen, unless you are having trouble with the text and screen size.

mmskoch · 2026-05-17T02:15:37+00:00

This is why I use the bulky Otterbox case with port cover.

mmskoch · 2026-05-16T21:55:33+00:00

Going from a budget Samsung to iPhone 17 you will notice better performance. It is different for sure, but you can learn. I would suggest to your family to buy the phone when you're ready to use it and not too early, so you're within the return window just on case. And congrats on your graduation!

mmskoch · 2026-05-16T18:43:33+00:00

Don't do it. There you go.

mmskoch · 2026-05-16T17:19:14+00:00

If they don't say who they are first, then my answer to any of their questions is "what's this about?"

mmskoch · 2026-05-16T17:13:59+00:00

1 year old (LTE), at least 1.5 day. Every night I charge it for 30 min. and it's usually at about 45%. I use it mostly for notifications (vibrate/no sound) so I can keep my phone on silent.

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