In a tweet today, Donald Trump claims to own “a lot” of Apple stock and that he misses Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
Trump states flatly, “Tim Cook must immediately increase the size of the screen…” Trump’s tweet provides a link to his Facebook page which expands his thoughts thusly:
…on the iPhone. It should be slightly larger than the Samsung screen- and they better get it right fast because they will lose a lot of business. I like the larger screen.
I have a lot of @Apple stock— and I miss Steve Jobs. Tim Cook must immediately increase the size of the screen… http://t.co/Hr29Kd2fCk
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 29, 2013
Direct link to Trump’s tweet here.
Direct link to Trump’s Facebook post here.
Oh Look, the Entertainment is here. 😎
Unfortunately, the entertainment value of Trump mostly ended a long time ago. He wasn’t even fun as a possible Presidential candidate.
Mr. Trump, on behalf of the vast majority of Apple fans in this world, you are hereby given notice that we do not care what you want or demand. The people on this forum are more knowledgeable about Apple products than you, and we have been discussing larger iPhone displays for the past several years.
As a (very minor) Apple shareholder, myself, I would be more than happy for you to dump all of your AAPL and buy shares in Samsung or someone other company. My shares feel a bit slimy associating with your shares.
Donald Trump must immediately get rid of that ridiculous comb over.
I miss Steve Jobs.
Team in Red.
Yes but for clear phone size analysis what does Gary Busey think?
Is this true? Did trump say this? Very rarely have I ever heard Mr. Trump spout completely unrelated topics in the same breath!
“I miss Steve, Cook has to increase the iPhone size.”
This smacks as the one dude campaign that I read on this forum for a larger screen.
No! Please do NOT increase the iPhone size. If its increased, I suspect a lot of people will be seriously irritated.
Trump is wrong. The size should not increase. He should just break out the Minnie.
A phone is a phone. A game pad and e-Reader is a different ‘use case’ device.
I really don’t mind having my phone with me in my pocket while I read the morning MDN on the bus ride to the office on my Mini. I would hope others agree.
Stop this campaign to destroy the iPhone.
Trump is a tool.
I think you had a typo.
Trump is a tool or Trump is a fool?
Trump is too a fool, or should that read Trump is a two-fool?
Fools must be like broken clocks–CUZ DIS FOOL BE RIGHT!!!!!!
They had it right, just missing a letter i.e.
“Trump is a stool”
Where I come from ‘tool’ is about as big an insult as it gets. Think about it.
Trump is stool. The most ridiculously repulsive megalomaniac on TV. Rush is the one on radio. Both of them are toxic waste, sick, evil, and alas- dangerous. Though laughably so.
Trump is prime stool.
I really meant to call him a ‘tool’! Haha
Could be C) all of the above.
Tim Cook: Donald Trump must immediately increase Rogaine dosage.
as Eric Clapton sang…”you’re so bald, you’re so bald, you’re so bald, you’re so bald…Rogaine®.”
as Mae West said…”Comb over and see me some time.”
lol, the Canadian Bacon has struck again!
and again!
Clampton? I thought that was Carly Simon… 😉
And reduce the fake skin bronzer. Like anyone believes he gets in the sun that much.
Apple will NEVER release a product which they think is not good no matter how many people like or buy . Netbooks is an example , Apple thinks they can’t meet the quality then Apple won’t even release one NetBook .
Then Apple came out with iPads , how many people that time kept saying Apple must have a netbooks ? Now they all shut up .
Apple is an extraordinary company , it has its thinking , there is no need for anyone to step up and bullshit as they know nothing !!!
It’s not that Apple can’t make a quality larger iPhone,it’s that they misjudged the appeal of a larger phone. They misread the consumer. It happens. Nobody’s perfect. Not even Apple. They will come out with a larger iPhone. It’s just that they’ve lost a lot of sales by not having one available now. I find it odd how some here act as though Apple can’t make a larger iPhone rather than just admit that they missed the boat. And it has nothing to do with making the apps work on a larger phone. It’s clear that Apple made a mistake and the arrival of the larger iPhone will prove that to be true. And no, it won’t be that Apple has finally found a way to make the apps work on a larger phone. They could do that now if they had the phone ready. That’s just an excuse. And you can iCal this, when the larger iPhone is announced the stock will rise dramatically. And it can’t come soon enough for me. Until then I’ll hold onto my 4 S.
What data indicates that Apple has lost a lot of sales due to screen size?
What data supports your theory that it hasn’t? So you are saying that Apple won’t make a larger iPhone? Is that correct? I’m saying that they will. If they don’t then I’m wrong. And if they do I’m correct. It’s not complicated.
“It’s clear that Apple made a mistake…”
Clear from what data? Something I read a few days ago (maybe here) said that Samsung isn’t even selling many of their phablets — the idea there is a huge demand is just a myth.
I’m sorry, did you say Samsung or Apple selling larger phones? If you said Samsung selling larger phones then you’re assuming that Apple can’t sell a larger quality iPhone compared to the Samsung phone. Surely you of all people believe that Apple makes better phones. Correct? Something you maybe read doesn’t mean anything. And even if you quote data on this site it’s not going to be anything pro Samsung. I’m just telling you what people want. You can live in denial and make excuses for Apple if that makes you happy. Although I don’t know why anyone would bother to do that.
When someone says ‘data’ (as in: “what data supports your assertion?”), they refer to research or survey data, i.e. not someone’s opinion.
Sales data within Android world indicate that “phablets” (large-screen phones) represent lower single-digit percentage of the market, which is essentially inconsequential. Every Android maker has at least one in their stable, and none has gained any major traction.
Now, we all know better than to compare iOS to Android. However, unless Apple totally re-invents the iPhone as a concept (both hardware, software and integration) and makes that available only with a large-screen device, there is no logical conclusion that would support the assertion that people (other than Donald Trump. Ballmer’s left nut and perhaps a few others) really want a large iPhone so badly.
And on the issue of the assertion of Apple making a mistake, that would mean that competitors were selling every device they can make, and Apple was forced to discount the iPhone in order to move it. The reality is as follows: Apple can’t make the iPhone quickly enough. Meanwhile, competitors make deals with carriers to offer “BOGO” offers (i.e. 20% discounts), in order to move more of their devices.
No sales data so far would support the assertion that people want a large iPhone so badly that they go with a competitor.
I understand the term data. And you understand that you can’t compare IOS to Android phones. So the reality is that all you say is invalid. So what will you say when Apple announces a larger iPhone? Will you say that they finally found a way to make the apps work on a larger phone? What reason will you try to find to justify Apple making a larger iPhone? How will you make the announcement fit your argument against it? Because it is coming. Will you admit you are wrong then? Or will you try to sidestep the question?
I would like to see what data sources our friend “Weekend” here is using in order to support his theory that a large iPhone is coming.
He sounds like a big-time cheerleader for the fringe category of the phones, even though none of the currently available data (and there are plenty) supports such enthusiasm.
So, on one side, we have “Weekend”, arguing extremely enthusiastically that Apple will eventually (and probably soon) release a “phablet”, a large-screen iPhone (i.e. something noticeably larger than the iPhone 5). He doesn’t back this up with any data; he just flat-out states it as some fact.
On the other side, we have data. The data comes from within Android world, so it is not perfectly representative, but still, since Android represents a fairly large market space (larger even than iPhone by itself), the trends should give us enough clues to explain what people like and what they don’t. And this data very clearly tells us that Android users don’t really like large screens. Other surveys have confirmed exactly this: while many have been intrigued by the large-screen “phablets”, ultimately, they concluded that the device is just too big for them, and went to buy a smaller one. Since these surveys clearly focused on the device size as the focus of the survey, it is fair to say that results would be representative for other platforms as well.
I never flat-out dismissed the possibility of Apple chasing the fringe of the market by making a “phablet” iPhone. Realistically, however, it is extremely unlikely, for the reasons already stated many times. No amount of cheerleading will change that.
Predrag : So now you’re hedging your bet. We understand. As I stated, I could be wrong. If so I can admit it. I never hedge. You’ll be around somewhere down the road when it comes out though. Don’t forget to say hi.
The large screen phones have been pushed via TV ads and other marketing, but that’s not showing up in sales data or web usage stats. Like any portable electronic device, the large screen phones have significant compromises, particularly in an unwieldy size (for ease of transportation), lower battery life, and other problems.
Apple hasn’t made any “mistake” by not having a larger screen iPhone. In addition, the brisk sales of the iPhone 4S and 4 demonstrate that a larger screen size is not the controlling factor for consumers. Very few people I know (irregardless of iPhone, Android, or BB user) want some huge slab to hold up to their face.
There was a recent survey showing the breakdown of phone usage. Large screen phones barely showed up, around 3%. They get a lot of headlines from the analysts but don’t seem to be selling that well.
…”What data supports your theory that it hasn’t lost any sales due to screen size?”
There is very concrete data that clearly shows that Apple sells EVERY single iPhone they make. To lose sales means to accumulate inventory, having to offer discount in order to move the devices. So far, we’ve seen pretty much every single Android “phablet” being offered at discount very soon after initial release.
Apple likely hasn’t lost much (if any) hypothetical sales to “phablets” at all. The numbers clearly don’t support that assertion.
I agree. Apple missed the boat completely on larger sized iPhones and has to take corrective action immediately instead of sitting on its ass.
I’d like a 5″ iPhone 6.
They can make as many BIG phones as they like, but keep the iPhone 5 size running, permanently. One thing that would make me switch from an iPhone, is having too big a phone. Note: I own both an iPhone 4s and a Samsung galaxy 2 . Apart from the awful operating system on the galaxy, the size is too difficult to use, whereas the iPhone is right.
“Apple missed the boat completely on larger sized iPhones”
and the boat was name “Titanic”…
Holy Shit!
Guys, he finally revealed himself!
Ballmer’s left nut IS Trump!
I agree.
Yet, I have my fingers crossed in hopes that Apple will see opportunity in offering iPad mini with retina and cellular telephone capabilities.
– a 7.9″ phone – yes phone with retina screen
the Pad mini/phablet is possible already… so why not Tim?
– will out sell and out do Samsung
– and Trump can think it was his idea all he wants
They should name it the Trumphone in his honor for inventing it.
…and immediately!
or “You’re Fired!”
Donald Trump is the poster boy for the lucky sperm club- a guy born on 3rd base who thought he hit a triple. How many times has this moron been bailed out when his companies went belly up?
The worst comb-over in history, the most ignorant of a clown car circus of 2012 Republican Presidential wannabes, the TV version of an online hit whore.
Let The Donald buy himself a Windows Phone- they deserve each other.
If u don’t like your AAPL, give all to me at less than 450 .
This is why Trump is richer than you. You’re willing to pay more for AAPL than it is worth. You’re as smart as the rest of the stools on this board.
Big screen for big hair.
Donald Trump needs a new haircut. It isn’t the screen size… Just like that combover… it is what is underneath
And I think the Donald should sell his NY buildings ! ASAP ! jajaja.
Sure, he may be rich … but this is one person who does not have taste!!!!
That’s because he’s old & blind. Get better glasses, I don’t want to have to put a ‘ghetto blaster’ to my ear [on my shoulder] -R
If this idiot says it, then clearly the lesson is that Tim Cook must never increase iPhone’s screen size.
Donald who?! 🙂
Shut up douche and stick to real estate!
Bullshit. The iPhone5 is already at the limit of easy one-handed operation. If I need a bigger screen I use an ipad.
but a iPad is no phone.
I agree Derp. And I would not wish to look like a dick holding an ipad / galaxy tab / galaxy note to my ear.
FaceTime call ? Certainly. But wait. I can & already do that on ipad.
Voice call ? iPhone definitely. I want to fit a phone in my pocket & use it with a single hand – when (if) I watch appears, I may be tempted….
Guess what Mr. Bullshit. I’m icaling your ass for one year from now. I bet everything you’re going to eat up a larger screen iPhone and be the first dork in line to buy one. “This is awesome! Best phone in the world!”
iCal away. Stand in line? Never have done. Never will. I like Apple products but I’m no fanboy. I’ve been on iphone4 for almost 3 years because it still does the job & syncs seemlessly with my other devices.
Yes I’m considering an upgrade only because its getting a little old but I’d easily trade faster performance & more storage with a slab size screen. Any day.
If the next iPhone is bigger I’ll simply opt for the 5 (& save some money).
I’d have thought he would have wanted a smaller screen so as to be able to stick it all the way up his @nus for a nice headshot of himself -guess that things is bigger than I thought…
Just how much real time do you give to thinking about it? Eeeewwww!!!
Trump IS a tool. And I’m a huge apple fan. But IMO and in THIS ONE TIME Trump is absolutely right. I’ve had every iphone and have bought many for friends and family, but I REALLY want a bigger phone.
Apple had an ipod mini the same time they had the full size ipod, there’s clearly a market for BOTH, and IMO they should absolutely be addressing both markets.
Tim Cooks discussion about “They won’t do it till it can be done properly” is all PR BS, which may be well be useful marketing wise, but should not be confused with the real technical issues.
BTW, I used a galaxy note for 6 months and LOVED the screen size. I went back to ios, because IMO the apps are so much better. Things feel better and work better in ios, but PLEASE give us that larger screen.
Apple didn’t have a 5″ iPod ever. Your argument makes no sense.
If you’re that married to a larger screen, get an iPad mini and install Skype or something similar.
Apple will introduce a larger iPhone IF and WHEN Apple feels it is the right time to do so, not when Trump, you, some analyst, etc. says it should.
The argument I was making is the following:
The market is segmented by folks with different priorities.
Before the iPhone came out there were folks who preferred iPods with a smaller, lighter size, and others who placed a premium on being able to get their large library of music on a single device. After the iPod mini was a success no one argued that apple should only make iPods of a single size; that any one size was best for everyone; or that the market was too fragmented.
Today there are a lot of folks who love the larger screens, while wanting something that still fits in their pockets, and others who prefer thin, light and easy thumb access. So make both segments happy just as they did with iPods.
There are clearly a lot of folks who want those larger screens (Just look at Samsung’s S2, S3, S4, and galaxy note numbers). Given Apple’s willingness in the past to produce seriously different iPod form factors for multiple segments of the market, why not do it now with the iPhone.
As to how well it would work: Look how perfectly the iPad scaled down to the iPad mini (with no developer changes). The iPhone could well scale up in the same way the iPad scaled down.
IMO they’re ignoring a lot of customers. And simply telling them that they shouldn’t be wanting that, is not the best solution.
Pete
Which Samsung phone screen must Apple one-up, Mr. Trump? They have 27 of them, the largest of which is 10.1″
Even an idiot like Trump sometimes is right by surprise. I also want an 5 inch iPhone and I am not the only one. Full HD resolution, 16:9, well designed, slim, stable, great display like iPhone 5. I would pay a 50% premium over my current iPhone 5.
Also Apple should be able to incorporate one more resolution into its app creation tool to avoid fragmentation issues. One day it has to end that its always told to be fragmentation. It has to be implemented the right way into iOS, but finally is has to.
The best reason for not doing a large screen iPhone is when D.Trump demands one.
Look, the guy has an opinion. Everyone has one. Trump’s in more valuable than yours as it relates to Apple.
By the way, Donald, regardless how we feel about Tim Cook, we ALL miss Steve Jobs. I don’t think Jobs would be rushing to match Android screen sizes.
That should have said, “Trump’s IS NO more valuable than yours as it relates to Apple.”
Read more at http://macdailynews.com/2013/04/29/donald-trump-tim-cook-must-immediately-increase-iphones-screen-size/comment-page-2/#JrjgaPJAMW7PZkZY.99
Enough of these wimpy phablets… I’m waiting for my MacBook Airphone — 13″ touchscreen, speaker grill at top of screen, mike down by trackpad. Just open up fully to take photos or videos.
Donald (t)Rump should immediately sack his ‘comb over’ and get a haircut.
And maybe buy a nice pair of Lunor Classic Rund Rimless spectacles (Steve Jobs specs) so he can see how ridiculous his hair is and get to read his iPhone 5 screen.
Trump is the biggest idiot. If he says Apple must increase screens size, then the only logical thing to do is NOT increase screensize. He’s such a fool. Hey Trump, how’s that investigation into the President’s birth certificate going? Have you found proof yet that he’s born in Kenya?