Summary of Reluctant to Recommend Flagship Smartphones as of Now!
Main Speaker
The video features Ranit expressing reluctance to recommend flagship smartphones at present due to recurring screen issues, specifically the "green line" and "purple line" problems that tend to appear after 2-3 years of use. Key points include:
- Screen Issues Across Brands: The green/purple line screen defects are not limited to any single brand but have been reported on iPhones, Samsung, OnePlus, Motorola, and others.
- Delayed Onset of Problems: These screen issues typically do not appear immediately but manifest after about 2 to 3 years, often beyond the standard one-year warranty period.
- Warranty Concerns: Most manufacturers only offer a one-year warranty, which does not cover these screen defects that arise later, leading to dissatisfaction among users when repairs are denied.
- OnePlus Exception: OnePlus has recently committed to covering the green line issue beyond the standard warranty, which is seen as a positive step, though user feedback on OnePlus remains mixed.
- Price vs. Reliability: Given that flagship smartphones cost upwards of ₹75,000 to over ₹1,00,000, Ranit feels they should be reliable and trouble-free for at least 3-4 years, which is currently not assured.
- Recommendation Shift: Due to these concerns, Ranit advises opting for mid-range smartphones instead of flagships until manufacturers resolve these issues and offer extended warranties.
- Call for Extended Warranty: He suggests brands should provide extended warranties (3-4 years) specifically for screen-related problems to protect consumers.
Notable Quotes
— 00:13 — « To be very frank this year I'm very reluctant to actually suggest any flagship Android smartphone to my friends and family. »
— 01:30 — « The thing is that it simply does not happen immediately but it only happens after about two or three years, which is generally when most users experience it. »
— 02:54 — « I'm very hesitant to recommend flagship smartphones because manufacturers are still just offering one year warranty and no special warranty for this green line issue. »
— 03:00 — « OnePlus has now actually said that if your smartphone has that green line issue, it will be covered, so that is actually a nice move. »
— 04:03 — « That is the reason I'm a little bit hesitant to recommend flagship Android or even iPhones to my friends and family members; I'm telling them go with the mid-range smartphone this year. »
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