Apple iPhone 5 - 16GB - Black and Slate (AT&T) Smartphone (MD638LL/A) Reviews

Apple iPhone 5 - 16GB - Black and Slate (AT&T) Smartphone (MD638LL/A)

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  • Is It Worth The Money To Upgrade Mom To The iPhone 5?

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 6, 2013
    Pros: 4G connection, lighter, larger screen, intuitive to use.
    Cons: Expensive.

    Summary: I recently upgraded from Apple iPhone 4 to the Apple iPhone 5.  My wife currently has the iPhone 4S and has chosen not to upgrade, even though she is due for her “refresh.”  Part of the reason for this decision is that ... read more

  • First iPhone...Hidden Secrets?

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 24, 2013
    Pros: Lots of memory space, easy to operate, popular, runs fast, restore to iTunes feature.
    Cons: Short battery life, no front-ward facing flash, no restart option, very fragile.

    Summary: This is my first iPhone, and I love it!! People complain about how fast the battery dies. Most iPhone users are aware that if you double click the home button, all the running apps will pop up and you can close them all at once. However, not as ... read more

  • iPhone 5 - Terrific Smart Phone w/ Minor Flaws

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 22, 2013
    Pros: Easy for calls, easy for installing/removing apps, great camera. Terrific battery life.
    Cons: Poor personal phone customization. Not the easiest for changing/adding ring tones.

    Summary: I'm not sure when it started, but I have always had a great dislike for Apple products, particularly their computers. Perhaps you're familliar with, in recent years, the on-going commercials extolling the Apple MAC against the industry standard PC ... read more

  • Great phone, minor flaws

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 18, 2013
    Pros: Bigger screen, Faster WiFi and 4G/LTE, Slimmer, Better Durability, Great Camera
    Cons: iOS 6 can get boring, Maps, Battery life isn't amazing, Can dent easily

    Summary: As I was growing tired of my old HTC smartphone that kept crashing, I decided to finally purchase the Android rival: An iPhone 5. The iPhone itself is an extremely well built phone, as Apple has always crafted premium products. Compared to the iPhone 4, ... read more

  • The best phone ever

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Aug 7, 2013
    Pros: Extremely high tech features. Improved audio and microphones. Enhanced screen. Extremely thin and light
    Cons: I see no major problems in this wonderful smartphone

    Summary: This phone is by far the best on the market. Equipped with Siri and all the other numerious features, the iPhone 5 has earned a five star rating from me. Being extremly thin and lightweight makes the phone classy and easy to carry around. Besides its ... read more

  • Great Phone!

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Aug 6, 2013
    Pros: Fast
    Sleek
    Good looking
    Light
    Cons: None

    Summary: After flip-flopping between all major mobile electronics OS's I have come to love iOS. The design of the system is not perfect, but nonetheless it gets the job done quickly and without hassle. In a mobile communications device you expect two main things, ... read more

  • IPhone 5

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 6, 2013
    Pros: Very good quality sound
    New design
    Nice headphones
    Best adapter
    Cons: Too many scratches
    Awful maps application
    You need to have a NanoSim

    Summary: I have an IPhone 5 from May and i must say that for me it's the perfect smartphone . This gadget is so easy to use that even a monkey brain can master it . IPhone 5 has a stunning design , it's made to be classy and interactive at the same time . And ... read more

  • The iPhone 5 is the best Iphone yet!

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Aug 4, 2013
    Pros: -Great Camera
    -2 Cameras
    -Operating system
    -Facetime
    -Easy to use
    -App Store
    Cons: -The iphone is expensive $200
    -Contract 
    -Cracks easily
    -Scratches easily

    Summary: I have had 4 iPhones so far from the 3G and now to the iPhone 5. Now I can officially say that the iPhone 5 is amazing! I've also used the Galaxy S3, S4, and other android phones but they didn't live up to the iphone. The app store is a big thing the ... read more

  • Making the Switch!

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 2, 2013
    Pros: Battery, camera, sleek, charger, faster, Siri
    Cons: Different charger

    Summary: I got my iPhone 5 in march, after having an iPhone 4 for just over two years. Making the switch inside the brand was fairly simple, and same for anyone who's had an iPod or an iPad. But, if you're switching from another brand then it's also fairly easy ... read more

  • iPhone 5 a better choice than iPhone 4 and 4s?

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 1, 2013
    Pros: Consider all of the pros.
    Cons: Consider all of the cons.

    Summary: Apple releases a new phone roughly every year. 2012 was the year of the much anticipated iPhone 5. But what is so great about this phone? And what exactly is "better" than the prior phones, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S? I've experienced all of those phones and ... read more

  • iPhone 5: What You Would Come to Expect from Apple

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Jul 30, 2013
    Pros: 1.) Consistency
    2.) Reliability (You know what you're getting)
    3.) iOS - America's best phone operating system
    Cons: 1.) Larger than the older iPhones
    2.) Not much improvement on camera
    3.) Less customizability

    Summary: When my contract ended with AT&T, there was no doubt in my mind which phone I was going to upgrade to next.  I have had the past 2 versions of the iPhone: the 4 and the 4s.  I have loved these phones from the minute I purchased them. ... read more

  • Reviewing the Iphone 5

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Jul 28, 2013
    Pros: Superior web browsing
    4G speed
    Internal IPod
    8 megapixel camera
    Cons: Ridiculous price tag
    Incompatibility with non-Apple products
    SD card incompatible

    Summary: The geniuses at Apple have apparently done it again. The IPhone five has far out preformed its monumental hype with its 4G speed and larger screen. The internal camera and IPod mp4 player are remarkable and the web speed is lightning fast. Despite the ... read more

  • Best Phone on the market

    Not Yet Rated by the Epinions community
    Jul 27, 2013
    Pros: Fast, Simple, Looks Amazing, Doesnt break easily
    Cons: a bit overpriced,but worth it.

    Summary: This product (Apple IPhone 5) can easily win the phone of the year award. This phone is amazingly easy to use. So this would be a great product to get for the elderly, for your kids, or for yourself. The iphone 5 has a great camera and is ... read more

  • iPhone 5

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jul 22, 2013
    Pros: Siri, App Store, Speed is high!
    Cons: None!

    Summary: Where & Why Did I Buy This Phone?I had such an old phone and needed to get a new one. I was thinking if I should get a Samsung Galaxy SIII Active or if I should get an Apple iPhone 5. I loved the Apple company, and I knew I wouldn't ... read more

  • Gavin duprats view on the iphone 5

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 28, 2013
    Pros: Great pictures! Easy to use, apps/games/music is easy to use
    Cons: Battery life drains when playing games or watching videos .

    Summary: I thibk the iphone five is overall a great phone and easy to use perfect for kids or the grandparents out there. Its easy to use and has great options and quality i love the phone. Its very fast and doesnt have many issues and does not break easy. I also ... read more

  • Best smart phone out there

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 26, 2013
    Pros: - Compatibility with other Apple products
    - The App Store
    -  The Camera
    Cons: - The price

    Summary: I bought an iPhone 5 (16gig) back in October around when it was first released. I had been wanting to buy an iPhone for a while, and I had been waiting for the release of the 5 to finally make the big purchase.I am so happy with my iPhone! ... read more

  • Nothing special

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 19, 2013
    Pros: larger screen,a bit faster then 4S
    Cons: Price,Inappropriate for one hand

    Summary: I owned an iPhone 4S before this, and I honestly think that there is no difference. Of course this has 5 icons in a row and has a slightly larger screen but I think it makes no sense to buy a new smartphone just because of that. It is also a bit faster ... read more

  • A Refreshing Update

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 17, 2013
    Pros: Slim design is attractive both visually and functionally, faster, Siri
    Cons: Some may prefer the flexibility and customization offered in competing smart phones

    Summary: I upgraded to the iPhone 5 from an iPhone 4 I had owned for about a year.  The first thing I noticed when examining the phone at the Apple store was just how light it is in comparison to the iPhone 4.  It is noticeably thinner, and the slate ... read more

  • Typical Apple Upgrade

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 16, 2013
    Pros: Slim
    Light
    4G LTE 
    Camera Improvements 
    Cons: Pricey
     

    Summary: The new iPhone 5 is noticeably slimmer and lighter than the iPhone 4 and 4S.  Immediately when i took it out of the box i could tell that it was much lighter and slimmer.  When comparing it to my iPhone 4S, the difference was incredible. ... read more

  • The Honda of Cellphones! (Read for more details)

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 7, 2013
    Pros: Reliable, stable, outstanding battery life, retina display, camera/video quality, App Store, good music quality, Siri
    Cons: Apple Maps needs to be improved, lack of Flash web support

    Summary: While the iphone has been revolutionary in terms of simplifying our tech and informational cravings, its technology is no longer ground breaking. What it is and remains to be is the most reliable in terms of overall experience and functionality ... read more

  • The phone that you are guaranteed to love.

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 2, 2013
    Pros: 8 MP iSight Camera
    Sleek design 
    Incredibly fast processor 
    Better Battery Performance
    Cons: Unlocked models are more expensive.

    Summary: The iPhone 5 is simply the best smartphone and I have reasons for it. It has a really good camera which takes high quality pictures with the 8 MegaPixel iSight camera and also records 1080p HD videos. Despite its thin and sleek design, Apple has done a ... read more

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