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New ad for Apple iPhone 5 focuses on the camera

posted by Alan F. / Apr 26, 2013, 2:46 AM

New ad for Apple iPhone 5 focuses on the camera

Apple does know that the iPhone is a phone and not a camera, right? In the latest ad for the Apple iPhone 5 that is beginning to hit the television airwaves, we see the handset used as a camera over and over and over again. In fact, if we were the type that loves to make puns, we would say that this new commercial, (ahem) focuses on the handset's 8MP camera.

There is nothing spoken throughout most of the ad until the very end, and the actual construction of the sentence makes us wonder if the guys at Cupertino know exactly what the Apple iPhone is. After 54 seconds of just hearing background music, the voice over announcer says, "Every day, more photos are taken with the iPhone than any other camera." See where we italicized the sentence? Technically, Apple is calling the handset a camera. To which we would argue that the device is still first and foremost a phone.

source: Apple via AllThingsD

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1. SIGPRO

Posts: 2817; Member since: Oct 03, 2012

crappy phone that makes crappy picuters!

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 2:47 AM 16

5. amats69

Posts: 1527; Member since: Nov 12, 2012

http://www.phonearena.com/news/6-way-blind-camera-comparison-the-results_id41342

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:11 AM 6

7. ama3654

Posts: 295; Member since: Nov 27, 2012

http://www.phonearena.com/reviews/Camera-comparison-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-vs-HTC-One-Sony-Xperia-Z--iPhone-5-Nokia-Lumia-920-and-Galaxy-S-III_id3285

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:15 AM 2

14. Emily1985

Posts: 127; Member since: Nov 08, 2012

This is not a crappy phone but there are phones with much better camera (even if phoneArena say otherwise").

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 5:51 AM 5

2. FlushGordon unregistered

I love my grape flavored Kool Aid

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 3:11 AM 1

47. EclipseGSX

Posts: 1777; Member since: Oct 18, 2011

that's not grape your iPhone camera just turned it purple

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:50 PM 0

3. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Apparently everyone on PhoneArena (including the authors) hate Apple, though I don't know why. This is the first article that has negative views about the new iPhone ad. A few lines from CultOfMac: "The ending voiceover says, “Every day, more photos are taken with the iPhone than any other camera.” Simple, pleasant, classy. Apple." And I agree with that. Ray S, I'd love to see you write articles related to Apple.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 3:12 AM 17

4. frydaexiii

Posts: 1476; Member since: Dec 01, 2011

Hey, at least my hate for Apple is logical and have reasons. Compared to the other things I hate (e.g justin bieber), Apple is the one I know I hate and know they absolute reasons why

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 3:49 AM 6

6. ama3654

Posts: 295; Member since: Nov 27, 2012

"than any other camera" are they kidding me!, its a stupid ad, talking about getting stats from flickr smh!

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:12 AM 5

9. vincelongman

Posts: 5745; Member since: Feb 10, 2013

In my opinion the add doesnt make me want to buy the iPhone 5 though, because it hasnt shown me anything new, different, or interesting. I thinks its too simple. That being said, I think its much better than Samsung's new random punk rebellion S4 ad.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:38 AM 3

15. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

I think Samsung super bowl Ad is 10x better. Samsung is willing and able to spent their profit on others like making a decent advertisement, unlike the rotten fruit that lock up their profit in a tightly seal vault that benefit no one. I hate APPLE plain and simple...

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 6:13 AM 3

19. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Talking about Samsung's ad, eh? Have a look at the new Galaxy S4 ad. Termed as the most ridiculous ad by gsmarena it shows pretty much nothing about the Galaxy S4, just that it barely fits in the pockets of that punk chic. Also please care to read this: Unlike Samsung, whose ads have now stopped making sense entirely, the new iPhone ad shows people actually using the phone. You can see people taking photos with the device in every day conditions, editing them on the phone and then sharing them. The new ad brings back the class and charm of old Apple ads with the use of endearing and relatable scenarios and plays to the tune of a soft and beautiful piano piece. The ad ends with telling you that more photos are taken with the iPhone than any other camera, likely quoting the Flickr statistics that clearly show the iPhone as the top camera on the website (which includes other mobile phones and dedicated cameras). The new ad is a clear improvement over some of Apple’s recent ads and light years ahead of what everyone else is doing (except for Google, who seems to be the only other technology company who knows how to do ads anymore). Hopefully, they’ll be releasing more of these soon. Sourced from gsmarena.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 6:37 AM 9

22. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

I hate APPLE plain and simple. You can hate Samsung, that fine by me! Tomorrow I may love APPLE again.. and hate it the next day! Why does it even matter to you! Oh yes! Apple fan want everyone to agree with them.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:01 AM 3

24. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Firstly, I am not an Apple fan. Secondly, I just want you to know which company makes a decent advertisement. PLAIN AND SIMPLE.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:14 AM 5

26. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

Which is Samsung! I get it! Thanks!! I always think Samsung makes cool ads. Apple i is for idiot is also great... someone has to keep Apple profit margin high and their treasure clove filled with GOLD!!

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:26 AM 2

27. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Haha, I get it. So you have a problem with Apple's bank balance. Neither company pays you a penny. So stop trolling.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:34 AM 5

29. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

Hahaha... weekend is around the corner so relax and unwind.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:40 AM 3

36. Ninetysix

Posts: 2965; Member since: Oct 08, 2012

Please share us your story. Were you bullied by an Apple employee when you went inside an Apple store? Maybe Steve Jobs burned your entire village when you were little? We would like to know where the hatred is coming from. Dear Diary,

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 9:01 AM 2

46. HDShatter

Posts: 1021; Member since: Jan 17, 2013

The hatred comes because they sell a half-assed phone running some ancient software that allows near zero customization at higher prices than the best phones. Same thing with macs, like a pc you can build for ~$2000 would cost like $6000+ because it has an apple logo on it.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 3:30 PM 1

30. weinerslav

Posts: 126; Member since: Jul 31, 2012

Please don't quote gsmarena because it will not do much for your case, that guy spends is time rubbing apple all over himself, I can't believe that they even allow a blogger to do so much advertising to a brand! Maybe the punk samsung ad doesn't make much sense but this goes the same route, both are visually interesting and they don't show you nothing relevant.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:48 AM 3

8. martinlosha unregistered

Is just a commercial, what's the big deal about it? The iPhone 5 takes great pictures and yes many people including myself don't have a dedicated point and shoot camera and just use their smartphones for pictures. I wouldn't be surprised is Apple made a commercial and called the iPhone the most used hand heald video game console either,since the game library of the iPhone is very good. What kind of stupid article is this though?

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 4:34 AM 10

20. xperiaDROID

Posts: 5629; Member since: Mar 08, 2013

I agree, this article is too much of HATE. The iPhone 5 takes great pictures, and there's nothing wrong with the announcer said "Every day, more photos are taken with the iPhone than any other camera." And I'm angry when I read "Technically, Apple is calling the handset a camera. To which we would argue that the device is still first and foremost a phone." That makes no sense at all. (sigh) Haters gonna hate!

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 6:44 AM 5

21. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Totally agree with you! By the way, this wasn't expected from you. :P

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 6:50 AM 4

23. xperiaDROID

Posts: 5629; Member since: Mar 08, 2013

Hahaha.....this is the real xperiaDROID. I'm not an Apple hater, I don't hate them, I just don't like them because they aren't creative, the iPhone's and iPad's design looks boring, and the suing too! They always sue other manufacturers, Apple needs to change and behave properly. :)

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:03 AM 2

25. nerdylish

Posts: 51; Member since: Apr 13, 2013

Yeah, but you know what, at least the new iPad mini's design is a bit different and obviously better than all the tablets out there. And when it comes to the iPhone 5, though it looks same on the front, the back is totally new and gorgeous. C'mon you can't say no to that. I highly recommend you to hold their products and feel the difference. I mean, glass+chamfered edges+anodized aluminium Vs cheap plastic of other competitive products, duh? Hope you get what I'm saying. :)

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:20 AM 3

32. xperiaDROID

Posts: 5629; Member since: Mar 08, 2013

I get what you're saying! I will definitely get my hands on the iPad mini later! I will!

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 8:19 AM 2

28. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

Apple has every rights to be the bastard they are!! Freedom of choice, freedom to choose. Freedom to be a Big Ass Bastard. Its up to individual to vote with their money, for now my money is on Samsung for their big screen, sdcard and removable battery...I am a bit tempted by HTC One sleeker body and great UI. Anyway, my next phone is not due yet.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 7:38 AM 2

34. xperiaDROID

Posts: 5629; Member since: Mar 08, 2013

Then I suggest you to get the Galaxy S4 or the HTC One. Actually, the iPhone 5 is not bad at all, it has a great camera, but Apple products have too many limitations, so it's troublesome, you need to jailbreak it. But still, the iPhone 5 is not bad, great camera, easy to use! Good luck with your choice! :)

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 8:24 AM 3

40. joey_sfb

Posts: 6794; Member since: Mar 29, 2012

My first Apple product is an 15" MacBook pro bought in 2007, I also own the iPad 1 follow by MacBook pro 2012 March edition 13.3. Then the iPad 3. My favorite pastime used to be hanging out at apple store. I never quite want an iPhone as I was happy with my Nokia Symbian phone then.. Well, that history!! I used to be a apple fanboy as they really was cool and innovative then. "i" was really iconic in 2007/2008. Now "i" is the best represented by idiotic idiotic CEO, idiotic fans and idiotic number of lawsuits. ZERO innovation, Apple fan was so thrill of when they announce the notification bar in WWDC iOS 5 in 2012 while Android has it in their first release butter cookie. I have to learn the truth from my casual Android user that Apple actually copied that idea from Android. Well, if apple could wow me with their new product i would still buy it in a heartbeat but so far... nothing which is just as well.

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 11:50 AM 1

41. xperiaDROID

Posts: 5629; Member since: Mar 08, 2013

Yeah, memories........ "i" was really iconic in 2007, but few years later, many things have changed, the Apple is not the good fruit anymore. It start the suing, it start the patent thing, it start the suing battle with Samsung, and the design of their iProducts haven't change! (sigh) We can't say that Cook is an idiotic CEO, but if you want a good Apple CEO, then it will be Steve Wozniak. Right?

posted on Apr 26, 2013, 12:21 PM 1

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