Since the release of Apple’s latest smartphone iphone 6 and 6 plus, Apple’s customers have responded with an overwhelming demand. Being such a huge thing in the world of smartphone, any flaws regarding to iphone’s design would create a big splash in the public. The question is: Do people comment on this because of the flaw itself or because it is an Apple product?

First comes with the phenomena known as #Bendgate. Within the first few weeks, the discovered iphone6 plus’s bendable feature has been a popular topic in the social media. Then, it shifts to the #Hairgate which is the new discovery of iphone 6’s screen seam being continuously pulling consumers’ hair off when they talk on the phone. This new phenomena has soon been significantly reported and shared in the social media.

To answer the question, I personally prefer the latter explanation. Being a leading smartphone company, Apple has so much impact on its consumers. To them, Apple products seem to be a representation of one the world’s most advanced technology. Owning one of it can add so much pride to a person. And purchasing the latest release of its products has become a popular trend, which can drive people crazy – they were willing to line up 3 days before the release date. Thus, I consider the influence of iphone6’s flaw can be minuscule compared to its popularity, and what drags people’s attentions first is the word “iphone”.

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