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iPhone XS, XS Max and XR

  • 13-09-2018 05:35PM
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,341
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    Hi folks,

    So preorders start at 8.01am. What are people going for memory and colour wise?

    I planning to go with XS Max 64GB , I dont need the extra storage. Thinking about Gold as its a new colour.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,499 IamMetaldave
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    I'm gonna wait until I'm in New York next month and put my hands on the XS Max and then I'll make the decision of the jump.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,341 dan786
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    I'm gonna wait until I'm in New York next month and put my hands on the XS Max and then I'll make the decision of the jump.

    I am sure there will be demo models in stores here very soon for that purpose. I also have a trip coming up to NYC in November but I have promised my X to my younger brother starting college this week so cant be without one for 2 months.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,353 Shn99
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    dan786 wrote: »
    I am sure there will be demo models in stores here very soon for that purpose. I also have a trip coming up to NYC in November but I have promised my X to my younger brother starting college this week so cant be without one for 2 months.

    21st they go on sale. Probably see them in CompuB stores first.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,341 dan786
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    Shn99 wrote: »
    21st they go on sale. Probably see them in CompuB stores first.

    I seen demos in stores last year before they went on sale during the pre-order window. I think it was in Harvey Norman.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,499 IamMetaldave
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    dan786 wrote: »
    I am sure there will be demo models in stores here very soon for that purpose. I also have a trip coming up to NYC in November but I have promised my X to my younger brother starting college this week so cant be without one for 2 months.

    That's true, but I have a work trip right before I go to New York so unlikely I'll get to see one here before I go.. maybe I'll find an Apple store in Lisbon.. dunno if there's one there though... (to Google I go :) )


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,353 Shn99
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    That's true, but I have a work trip right before I go to New York so unlikely I'll get to see one here before I go.. maybe I'll find an Apple store in Lisbon.. dunno if there's one there though... (to Google I go :) )

    Only premium re-sellers like us. :(


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,499 IamMetaldave
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    Shn99 wrote: »
    Only premium re-sellers like us. :(

    So I see... guess I can wait until NY.. I'm in no rush.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,353 Shn99
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    So I see... guess I can wait until NY.. I'm in no rush.

    Enjoy, was in the WTC Apple store when i was in NY. Pity we dont have the proper stores over here.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,499 IamMetaldave
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    Shn99 wrote: »
    Enjoy, was in the WTC Apple store when i was in NY. Pity we dont have the proper stores over here.

    I plan on checking that one out, I was in the one on the corner of Central Park and the one in SOHO another time.

    Have to agree, I really wish we had one here.. I guess it would have a big impact on CompuB if they did.. not that I would imagine Apple would be too bothered.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,353 Shn99
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    I plan on checking that one out, I was in the one on the corner of Central Park and the one in SOHO another time.

    Have to agree, I really wish we had one here.. I guess it would have a big impact on CompuB if they did.. not that I would imagine Apple would be too bothered.

    CompuB would probably end up closing tbh, only other way they'd probaly come to ireland is by buying out CompuB...anyway probably not going to happen


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,238 shanec1928
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    Shn99 wrote: »
    CompuB would probably end up closing tbh, only other way they'd probaly come to ireland is by buying out CompuB...anyway probably not going to happen
    no harm in that! They would see what actual customer service was


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,170 ED E
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    AASPs aren't really allowed to offer good service, they get totally shafted by the rules from Cupertino. Jobs that could be 2hr turnaround becomes two weeks as they're forced to send units off.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,353 Shn99
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    shanec1928 wrote: »
    no harm in that! They would see what actual customer service was

    Agreed


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,390 Eire Go Brach
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    dan786 wrote: »
    Hi folks,

    So preorders start at 8.01am. What are people going for memory and colour wise?

    I planning to go with XS Max 64GB , I dont need the extra storage. Thinking about Gold as its a new colour.

    64GB Black for me moving up from the 8 plus


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 209 lordlame
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    What’s the easiest way of reserving one in the US?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 63 rwald7
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    I’m going to order an XS tomorrow. I’ve never used the preorder before. Would you usually get the phone on launch day if order as soon as the preorder opens?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,341 dan786
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    rwald7 wrote: »
    I’m going to order an XS tomorrow. I’ve never used the preorder before. Would you usually get the phone on launch day if order as soon as the preorder opens?

    If you order in first few mins or so. Last year the shipment time went two weeks after 10 mins.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66 Eoin Kavanagh 64
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    Don't know if it'll be as popular as last years X, that was a complete new departure from previous iPhone models.
    This years Xs is basically the same phone with very minor enhancements, I wouldn't be upgrading my X to an Xs and I suspect a lot will sit it out for another year.

    However that being said, I'm totally in for an Xs Max 256Gb, I need as much screen real estate as possible for my most used App.
    I've loved the Stainless Silver and it's stood up well over the past year.

    Hope the actual shipping won't be too long ... I'm keen to send this X back to Apple and get the microphone (fading in and out) fixed, then I can pass it on to someone else to enjoy.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 209 lordlame
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    Same, looking to upgrade to the XS Max.

    In New York next week, would be great if I can order one and collect in NY.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,627 Micky 32
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    I think I'd be getting in the states if I really wanted one. 1450euro for the 256gb model and 1679 euro for the 512gb on the IE apple store! Now where did I leave that vaseline.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,282 Marty Bird
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    lordlame wrote: »
    Same, looking to upgrade to the XS Max.

    In New York next week, would be great if I can order one and collect in NY.

    You can do that via the app and reserve for in store pic up.

    🌞6.02kWp⚡️3.01kWp South/East⚡️3.01kWp West



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,282 Marty Bird
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    Micky 32 wrote: »
    I think I'd be getting in the states if I really wanted one. 1450euro for the 256gb model and 1679 euro for the 512gb on the IE apple store! Now where did I leave that vaseline.

    Works around €1250 including tax.

    🌞6.02kWp⚡️3.01kWp South/East⚡️3.01kWp West



  • Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 3,843 eeloe
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    nice auld saving alright....worth waiting.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 8,683 Rew
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    No trouble getting a GPS Series 4 watch, and an XS for Friday but XS Max is on a 24th-1st delivery


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66 Eoin Kavanagh 64
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    Well mine's a business phone so the Vat is reclaimable.

    iPhone Xs Max 256Gb

    Same model lists in the USA at $1248 = €1067 without any sales tax

    Irish model lists at €1449 inclusive of vat €1178 less the vat = $1377

    I hardly think €111 is excessive given the trouble to go get it, make sure you're not charged sales tax, smuggle it back into Ireland, then replace the US charger with an Irish plug equivalent. Then deal with any warranty issues.

    I appreciate not everyone can reclaim the vat and a planned visit to the USA might prove the better option. ... each to their own.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,040 adox
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    Rew wrote: »
    No trouble getting a GPS Series 4 watch, and an XS for Friday but XS Max is on a 24th-1st delivery

    On the Irish site? Watches are showing as delivery mid to late October for me.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,341 dan786
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    lordlame wrote: »
    Same, looking to upgrade to the XS Max.

    In New York next week, would be great if I can order one and collect in NY.

    Just change the regions of your app store to USA and reserve one at a store with the store app.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 8,683 Rew
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    adox wrote: »
    On the Irish site? Watches are showing as delivery mid to late October for me.

    I ordered on the IE site this morning


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,889 Third_Echelon
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    Shn99 wrote: »
    CompuB would probably end up closing tbh, only other way they'd probaly come to ireland is by buying out CompuB...anyway probably not going to happen

    I remember reading somewhere that the reason they don't have physical retail stores in Ireland is due to some tax law. As they technically manufacture some components in Cork, adding retail would implicate them for more tax. Not sure how true that is or not. Must do a search to find the article again.


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  • Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 25,599 Dades
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    It's a shame that we don't get an Apple store, but I don't have the same gripe with CompuB as others. Twice they've done big fixes on my MBP for nothing after sorting out any warranty stuff. Any delays were due to waiting for parts.


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