Apple Testing Slide-Out iPhone 5? Really?

**thazsar** · 02-16-2011, 12:41 PM

Originally Posted by TheDirtyDiddler

A slide out keyboard is only speculation by the writer of the article. It's never been stated specifically. It could be (and probably will be) something less predictable.

True! Maybe it'll be the dual-screen to rival that kyocera article the other day!

**thazsar** · 02-16-2011, 12:43 PM

Originally Posted by ramicio

It will save a lot of people from getting into accidents for texting while driving. I can't even do it anymore since phones started losing keys because I used to be able to type a message and send it without looking at the phone at all. There are no points of reference for typing anymore.

Get Vlingo or HeyTell

**DNAlex** · 02-16-2011, 04:31 PM

what a stupid thought...

**ikesmasher** · 02-16-2011, 04:40 PM

are you all kidding? a slide out keyboard would be amazing. touch keyboards are lame

**Blackonion** · 02-16-2011, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by adam.barb

Testing...

Is this real?

**Mrteacup** · 02-16-2011, 08:14 PM

Originally Posted by Blackonion

Is this real?

Probably just a case

**thazsar** · 02-16-2011, 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by DNAlex

what a stupid thought...

It was a joke!

There really is a need for sarcasm font!!!

**Happy Noodle Boy** · 02-17-2011, 09:00 AM

Originally Posted by Blackonion

Is this real?

IAgain, t's a case

**iPhoneThereforeIAm** · 02-17-2011, 04:59 PM

Why's everyone so fricking scared of a real keyboard ?
It would only ever be an option - not a replacement.

A lot of people (think BB users) won't buy iPhones because they need a physical KB.

Agreed, PKB's are pretty uncool because they don't handle well - but well implemented they could handle sufficiently to make them usable.

Looking 'cool' and minimalist aesthetics count for zilch if a device is unusable for half the market.

**Pr. TOSHIBA** · 02-18-2011, 07:27 PM

In a way I'm for the simplistic design that the iPhone already has, but at the same time I love the keyboard on my HTC G2/Desire Z (which I am typing this post with). I think Apple could pull off a keyboard if it is a good design that doesnt take away from the great simple, sleek design that the iPhone already has.
I would have never liked the idea of a physical keyboard on an iPhone if I hadnt gotten the G2. You people who think it is a bad idea must try one of these.

**DRFP** · 02-19-2011, 10:26 AM

Originally Posted by Dash-2

No doubt Apple has tried it, but it will never be sold.

Yeah month after it comes out Headline

"Apple Iphone 5 Slider Sales have hit a Slump"

**jrusty** · 02-24-2011, 03:26 AM

Hey i kind of like this as long as its still thin and still has the onscreen keyboard

**bushroot718** · 02-27-2011, 08:43 AM

the same ones saying
"omg i would never buy that!"
will be the ones first in line to buy it....
we dont believe you, you need more people.

**one1** · 02-27-2011, 03:00 PM

"I hate buttons, you're lucky you even got ONE"

~Steve Jobs

/Rumor

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Originally Posted by TheDirtyDiddler A slide out keyboard is only speculation by the writer of the article. It's never been stated specifically. It could be (and probably will be) something