401: Sandwich-Closing Force

Model Choices

The hosts engage in a lively discussion about the latest iPhone models, weighing the pros and cons of upgrading. Casey Liss expresses excitement over the new iPhone 12 Pro, particularly its color options, but questions the necessity of upgrading from the 11 Pro 1. Marco Arment shares his perspective, noting that the 12 Pro Max offers significant camera upgrades, making it a worthwhile choice for those seeking a major update 2. John Siracusa3.

   

Case Choices

The conversation shifts to the topic of phone cases and the decision to go caseless. Casey Liss considers going without a case due to having AppleCare, while Marco Arment contemplates using a leather case for minimal protection 4. The hosts also debate the practicality of magnetic accessories, with Marco highlighting the limitations of magnetic strength in certain directions 5. He explains, "The force of the sandwich closing force between the wallet and the phone is strong, but the slidey force is very weak."

   

Feature Tradeoffs

Exploring the tradeoffs between iPhone features, the hosts discuss camera capabilities and design preferences. Casey Liss shares insights on lens usage, revealing that the wide lens is most frequently used, while the telephoto lens accounts for only 10% of photos 6. Marco Arment mentions the limitations of portrait mode without a telephoto lens, noting that it affects the quality of the feature 7. John Siracusa explains the concept of periscope cameras, which offer increased focal length without moving lens elements 8.