The Era of Upgrades

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  • @mattdavella
    @mattdavella  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2260

    Hey thanks for watching. I'm going to start uploading videos on Tuesday now. That way if I'm behind I don't feel the pressure to work weekends. So see you next Tuesday.

    • @Fernrsanchez
      @Fernrsanchez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Matt D'Avella thanks for uploading

    • @jimmyle3068
      @jimmyle3068 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      🎉🎉🎉 good on ya

    • @MusicIsOurSavior
      @MusicIsOurSavior 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oke, Love you bro. Take your time

    • @GoodOleGrant
      @GoodOleGrant 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I must say the closing statement was well said good sir keep the vidz rolling!

    • @scdobserver835
      @scdobserver835 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I didn't know people store their penis in their pockets...

  • @famburt7777
    @famburt7777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1385

    Some of the best advice i heard was "if you can't buy it twice, you can't afford it"

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Aye, but you don't need to buy two cars and two houses. You only need one of each

    • @lebrong.o.a.t8012
      @lebrong.o.a.t8012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +204

      Samuel Smith what he was saying is that you should have enough spare money left after the purchase of the product

    • @tusharj1
      @tusharj1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      that's something to think about 🧐

    • @WCCXtra
      @WCCXtra 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Or if you have to borrow money to make the purchase.

    • @lostsoul1204
      @lostsoul1204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's actually a pretty cool statement!

  • @domtdoodar99
    @domtdoodar99 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3248

    1. Can you afford it?
    2. How is your current device holding up?
    3. Is the difference worth it?

    • @moizashraf2552
      @moizashraf2552 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Make it 69.

    • @NostalgiNorden
      @NostalgiNorden 5 ปีที่แล้ว +209

      4. Do you care about people that base their opinions on what stuff you own?

    • @NoName-sp5dp
      @NoName-sp5dp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NostalgiNorden some ppl like good cameras

    • @pol1315
      @pol1315 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Kufre Akpan then buy a canon profesional camera, not a phone. smh.

    • @PaperBagMan884
      @PaperBagMan884 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      For most people, all 3 are a nope.

  • @alexyandfriends
    @alexyandfriends 5 ปีที่แล้ว +904

    Watching this on an iPhone 6. Still works like a charm thankfully

    • @roshanstarboy
      @roshanstarboy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Watching this on Samsung galaxy s4...

    • @gilbunny9069
      @gilbunny9069 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      mine has 1 to 2 hour long battery life

    • @sofiepetrov9271
      @sofiepetrov9271 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@gilbunny9069 hey! I had this problem too with my iphone 6s but you can get your battery replaced for around 50 bucks and it'll have the battery life it had when you just bought it (as if it were brand new)

    • @puttemacguff7666
      @puttemacguff7666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Still on the iPhone 1, still no need 4 new battery or an upgrade, can use the latest iOS Bugfree #AppelMasterRace

    • @marauder2580
      @marauder2580 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Roshan Starboy 6s plus for me, works like an champ

  • @stephen8758
    @stephen8758 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1222

    “This is the best smartphone we have ever created”
    Apple every year

    • @todarfclips
      @todarfclips 4 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      Would be weird if the new phone was less good wouldn't it?

    • @watermelonhead6525
      @watermelonhead6525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@todarfclips Youre right, OBOMBA u are gey

    • @stevethea5250
      @stevethea5250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@watermelonhead6525 iPhone 5 is the beast

    • @watermelonhead6525
      @watermelonhead6525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stevethea5250 tru. But obomba is dumb lol

    • @adnaneazami920
      @adnaneazami920 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      actually no apple has the best software support out of all phone companies, also their hardware is uncomparable in terms of longetivity, that's why it holds such a huge resell value, it's like they encourage you to buy an expensive phone that lasts way longer than a cheaper phone

  • @kev-oh7262
    @kev-oh7262 5 ปีที่แล้ว +713

    Whenever Matt releases a new video about minimalism, I feel like I just saved about $100

    • @activerewriting
      @activerewriting 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SAME

    • @JillaniT
      @JillaniT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Hahahaha me too even though I don't have a 100 dollars. Lmao

    • @JironBMohamad
      @JironBMohamad 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In this case, it's a thousand bucks for a new phone

    • @Storebythebox
      @Storebythebox 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I realized I'm breathing well now.

  • @OurChangingClimate
    @OurChangingClimate 5 ปีที่แล้ว +885

    I feel like you've been incorporating a video essay-esque quality to your content recently. I'm loving it. The dry humor doesn't hurt either ;)

    • @aaronbennett8930
      @aaronbennett8930 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Our Changing Climate ahh the dry humor is so shuttle as well!!! 😂

  • @user-ns7yh5nn7z
    @user-ns7yh5nn7z 4 ปีที่แล้ว +549

    Watching this on my calculator,works like a charm

    • @agoogleaccount1036
      @agoogleaccount1036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same

    • @Alhambra_Media
      @Alhambra_Media 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂😂😂

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That would mean you read something like 100 million zeroes and/or ones on your calculator. Are you a cyborg?

    • @trampotrav4350
      @trampotrav4350 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I watched this on my Leapfrog

    • @dnbuhat
      @dnbuhat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watching this on my TI-84 plus

  • @StoicVigilante
    @StoicVigilante 5 ปีที่แล้ว +593

    I honestly think the only time to really upgrade is if your phone doesn’t work anymore or it’s way out of date.I never understood why people are so obsessed with upgrading every year.

    • @walkingguy6409
      @walkingguy6409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      yeah i agree. still rocking my iphone 6 with heating issues and 3 hour battery life.

    • @dislikebutton5291
      @dislikebutton5291 5 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Walking Guy yeahhhh constant upgrading is unnecessary but I think you should probably upgrade

    • @walkingguy6409
      @walkingguy6409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dislike Button i want an s10+ but we get the inferir model here in the uk

    • @ghostedragon964
      @ghostedragon964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Because for some, it is actually cheaper to just trade in and upgrade every year. Like for me, I pay approx 300-400 every year for an upgrade but if I upgrade every 2 years, I pay 900-1000. The difference is big.

    • @tysonn3
      @tysonn3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Ghoste Dragon or maybe not upgrade at all?

  • @tombuck
    @tombuck 5 ปีที่แล้ว +431

    As a high school teacher, I see students whip themselves into a frenzy over new phones each year. They sometimes look horrified when they find out that I, their digital media teacher, only upgrade every 3 years or so (which seems to be a good timeframe).

    • @giofromtexas2679
      @giofromtexas2679 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Upgrading every year is just ridiculous. The longest I've ever kept a phone was 3 years and that was because I loved that phone 😁 (samsung note 3, skipped the note 4 and got the note 5) now I have the note 8. I'm with you on the 3 year thing!

    • @snufte
      @snufte 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The only reason I change phone every 3 years is because the phone I last had was being slowed down by the manufacturer(or that the apps I use requires more power) and not being able to use the phone for a full day even if I changed the battery. I had the note 2, then switched to note 4 when it was out for a year or so. It got slow and started dying last year, so I changed again (after 3 years). My job pay for my phones, and now I could only choose the Huawei p20. I am happy enough with it that I can have it for at least 3 years. And by being frugal, i dont want to spend 1000 dollars (?) on a new note 9 just because my job "only" pay for a p20.

    • @OGtalks
      @OGtalks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think 3 years is great these days . I started with the iPhone 3 , then 4 , then 5 but I was always one of the last people to get these models .. then I got the new 6plus new . Hated how big it was then after a year of dropping and repairing it , switched to the smaller 6 . Just before the new iPhones came out last year I got the X on a killer plan ! Retired the 6 and now I’ll be rocking this one for at least 3 years . It’s a great way of rotating , 3yeargate for the win !

    • @Hectoralejandroguerrero
      @Hectoralejandroguerrero 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      same here dude. I wait about 3 years!

    • @aishymoo5
      @aishymoo5 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      must have some wealthy students

  • @ForrestLee
    @ForrestLee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1162

    the penis comment made me giggle like a little girl
    great video as always, glad to be supporting you on Patreon!

    • @mattdavella
      @mattdavella  5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thanks Forrest!!!

    • @gordonrogers3780
      @gordonrogers3780 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Saaame, went right for that like button

    • @TheMrTiN0
      @TheMrTiN0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yeah, I felt stupid for that ! but worth it

    • @AnthonyCannonier
      @AnthonyCannonier 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is why supporting is so important... So we can hear Matt say penis. Beautiful.

    • @TheMrTiN0
      @TheMrTiN0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AnthonyCannonier haha ,true!

  • @VERSATILEKNOWLEDGE
    @VERSATILEKNOWLEDGE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    "Technology is the new Status symbol" Well said dude.

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's getting difficult to tell though, as everyone just has the same apple or Samsung phone. A better status symbol is one the oldest status symbol, which is clothes

    • @Joe101.
      @Joe101. 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Samuel Smith For real

    • @Joe101.
      @Joe101. 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Samuel Smith I’m still rocking my iPhone 4s in iOS 6 in 2020

  • @kevinarzola4781
    @kevinarzola4781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1386

    What I’ve noticed is that the brokest of the broke always have the newer phones. Yet the ones doing well financially stick to their phone a good 3-5 years.

    • @hail2472
      @hail2472 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I'm just curious about how long this one will last. So far so good 👌

    • @marcot1546
      @marcot1546 5 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      That’s why they’re broke

    • @Endidixknsej
      @Endidixknsej 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Kevin Arzola it’s because iPhone users see there phone as a fashion accessory not a machine

    • @noyam9232
      @noyam9232 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm using a 5c lol

    • @vikapitamurangi
      @vikapitamurangi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Kevin Arzola I upgrade every 3 years so I feel a significant difference between every phone I get.

  • @alonettime7352
    @alonettime7352 5 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    “You are a minimalist!” Love that line

  • @TheGojira2222
    @TheGojira2222 5 ปีที่แล้ว +738

    Still using my flip phone from WWII, feels great man.

    • @BigTobi
      @BigTobi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where is your pfp from?

    • @TheGojira2222
      @TheGojira2222 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@BigTobi mines from some shitty internet joke

    • @John_Smith5
      @John_Smith5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BigTobi deus ex

    • @shrekbethiccerthanasniccer1432
      @shrekbethiccerthanasniccer1432 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same pfp dude, cheers!

    • @summydots
      @summydots 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can I have a flip phone, please?

  • @jakeparker9261
    @jakeparker9261 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    As Epictetus once said: "Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants."

  • @ShinzuMusic
    @ShinzuMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Your lighting is great even though you seem in a low light environment. I'm curious about how you can achieve this great video quality in a room like this.

    • @geompon6505
      @geompon6505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He shares the techniques in patreon

    • @issasecretbuddy
      @issasecretbuddy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      probably has a couple of lights for his face

    • @geompon6505
      @geompon6505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@issasecretbuddy I ve heard that spreading some spearm on the skin also helps

  • @sayogara
    @sayogara 5 ปีที่แล้ว +675

    I dont know why, but I really love your storytelling style dude.

  • @damnshitashley
    @damnshitashley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2019

    Idk if having the latest phone is really a status symbol cuz the brokest people always update to the latest phone

    • @notornados3790
      @notornados3790 5 ปีที่แล้ว +323

      Yeah your right thats why they broke lol

    • @barunsharma4951
      @barunsharma4951 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      That's truee!!

    • @tigertelesford9497
      @tigertelesford9497 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Def agree but your initial thought is it’s status symbol

    • @tigertelesford9497
      @tigertelesford9497 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh I agree 100%

    • @kevinarzola4781
      @kevinarzola4781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      I’ve noticed that financially stable people usually keep their phone a good 3-5 years. They have their own car (paid) and home on mortgage.
      People that upgrade all the time usually never have any of that. I’ve seen plenty people with the brand new iPhones at the store using ebt and hopping into a junker.

  • @jupitired777
    @jupitired777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    being at uni surrounded by so many people with the latest gadgets can make you feel sort of inferior so this video was really nice to see

    • @lefthanded5473
      @lefthanded5473 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      jupiter is a bean they bought that stuff with FAFSA, scholarship refunds lol

    • @da14a49
      @da14a49 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol by the time ur at uni who gives af

    • @jay__3064
      @jay__3064 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Honestly who gaf who has the newest phone, what do their phone do that yours can’t, and is it detrimental to your user experience

    • @madster01
      @madster01 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are them and you are you

    • @j_merc
      @j_merc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You're not inferior. You're financially smart. If it still works the way you want and still updated
      why replace it?

  • @mauriciopaniagua27
    @mauriciopaniagua27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I revisit this video constantly every time i feel anxious about upgrading to something "new" just to remind me that i should be grateful for the things that i have rather than craving the things that i dont that arent really going to add any more value to my life :)

  • @maenotbae6298
    @maenotbae6298 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1587

    "you are a minimalist"
    That was hilarious

    • @blindhydra
      @blindhydra 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah I laughed hard hahahaha

    • @adamek9750
      @adamek9750 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Not really tbh

    • @Nintendomac
      @Nintendomac 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ME:
      LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL XD

    • @aniboo3916
      @aniboo3916 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ...

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are the godfather

  • @MahmoudTarek885
    @MahmoudTarek885 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2417

    Unbox therapy should host you next

    • @michrisoft
      @michrisoft 5 ปีที่แล้ว +103

      But then I'd have to watch Unbox Therapy... so like.. no thanks.

    • @hrutikabadgeri6505
      @hrutikabadgeri6505 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      damn, haha yessss

    • @WoobyHob
      @WoobyHob 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      How about no

    • @jeevajp2574
      @jeevajp2574 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Unbox therapy is stupid.

    • @TheHy6xD
      @TheHy6xD 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      no, please

  • @BROBUchannel
    @BROBUchannel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I rarely comment on a youtube video. I want to say this is one of the best video I watched on youtube. Keep up the good work!

  • @JimSamuel267
    @JimSamuel267 5 ปีที่แล้ว +370

    You missed the most important question about upgrading anything. The most important question is "Will it make my life better?" If the answer is no, it does not matter if you can afford the upgrade, or what the condition of your current device is.

    • @justinslavka5418
      @justinslavka5418 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jim Samuel I believe there is a poem about gold balls in the sky that relates to that. I also think it’s over 100 years old and still holds up today.

    • @arvoredehabilidades
      @arvoredehabilidades 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@justinslavka5418 Just googled it. Thanks for the insight.
      XXXV [A man saw a ball of gold in the sky]
      Stephen Crane - 1871-1900
      A man saw a ball of gold in the sky;
      He climbed for it,
      And eventually he achieved it-
      It was clay.
      Now this is the strange part:
      When the man went to the earth
      And looked again,
      Lo, there was the ball of gold.
      Now this is the strange part:
      It was a ball of gold.
      Aye, by the heavens, it was a ball of gold.

    • @icedcoffeecapricorn
      @icedcoffeecapricorn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good point sir but I think we can put that under one of the questions in his checklist - how does your current device hold up?

    • @coolstar2398
      @coolstar2398 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jim Samuel hey your image looked just like George Lucas when I first saw it

  • @NoraConrad
    @NoraConrad 5 ปีที่แล้ว +582

    Honestly, until now, I assumed minimalists didn't have reflections - like vampires. Sorry for assuming 🤷

    • @donlon7757
      @donlon7757 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      they need to think weather they REALLY need it

    • @IgorDz
      @IgorDz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Matt is a good editor. He likely just shot it two times and combined the footage.

    • @wsk5nwytscnkfsu
      @wsk5nwytscnkfsu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lol i love this comment. I also thought that minimalists had to be women.

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nah, minamilists don't wear clothes silly Sally.

  • @agro0
    @agro0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +809

    Whenever I think about upgrading, I simply ask myself: what can the new device do that my current device can't and I need? Almost always, the answer is a simple "nothing"

    • @ethaningoa7461
      @ethaningoa7461 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Exactly, the only thing that improves is the picture quality.. my current Android phone has the shittiest picture quality and video is unspeakably bad... But then again, it's only $200

    • @qlvinc
      @qlvinc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      Some *_KIDS_* get new phones at my school just to flex and everyone is walking around with iPhone X’s and AirPods like wtf is wrong with you spoiled ass kids they always want the newest things and I’m still using iPhone 7, I got it when apple sold it for $450 and I bought it myself cuz all the other phones are too expensive. I actually worked for my phone while these kids walk around just wasting their parents money. This girl drives me crazy how someone stole her $300 Beats and 5 days later she comes back with some new Beats, what is wrong with you!! All these kids with the iPhone X from last year came to school after winter break with the iPhone XS, it pisses me off so much that they act all rich and shit

    • @hodornador6085
      @hodornador6085 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahahha true

    • @tymonwojcicki8358
      @tymonwojcicki8358 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@qlvinc You just seem jealous. How can you get angry because someone can afford something

    • @fieriroad1597
      @fieriroad1597 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watch my vid: Sad! By XXXTENTACION honestly at my school its very similar, so many spoiled rich kids came back from winter break with AirPods and even during a 5 minute passing period feel the need to whip them out just to flex. I actually have a game that I play with myself where I count how many AirPods I see in one school day and once it was like 8, and these kids don’t even pay for them themselves. Honestly I’m fine with kids buying tech as long as they paid for it with their own money that they worked to save up for and that they actually care about what they are buying. A friend of mine says he knows a girl who has two 2019 iPad pros and doesn’t use it for anything like drawing or whatever, and has an iPhone X or something and it really pisses me off.

  • @toninocars
    @toninocars 5 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    True,
    Sent from my iPhone 6s in 2019

    • @benjaminvonwerder9167
      @benjaminvonwerder9167 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Drive4fun same

    • @clorox9731
      @clorox9731 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Here on my iPhone 5s

    • @noahg9000
      @noahg9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same on iPhone 7

    • @PinkpiscesASMR
      @PinkpiscesASMR 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same. The top left part of the screen broke off too 😂 still works tho

    • @iamatrash4156
      @iamatrash4156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Samsung j7 2015🙋‍

  • @MrHaydnSir
    @MrHaydnSir 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    6:32
    happy to say i started on an iPhone 5c
    made the huge jump up to the 6s
    and then next was an even bigger jump to the Xs
    and for the first time, i actually have no interest in the new iPhone (11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max)
    ..tbh, i see myself clinging to my Xs for as long as possible - and opting to replace the battery before replacing the phone as it becomes older ☺️

    • @_stealth_y
      @_stealth_y 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same, I‘m happy to have the last iPhone with 3D Touch, and I want to keep it as long as possible!

    • @Htiy
      @Htiy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Buchanan Games for sure, I went from an ipod 2, to an iPod 5, to an iPhone 5, to an iPhone 6s, to an iPhone XR

    • @corey7219
      @corey7219 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I went from the iPhone 4 (lost), to the original SE (had for 2.5 years), to the note 4 (I thought was the biggest upgrade ever!), Then to the s9. S9 as been my daily driver for close to 11 months

  • @wesleychapman9001
    @wesleychapman9001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +483

    3:10 "And while they still hold a place for those looking to reveal the true size of their... Ego." 😂😂😂

    • @cyranodetal
      @cyranodetal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most epic moment of the video :D

    • @rodrigocorreia3445
      @rodrigocorreia3445 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@criticalricetheory The truck is a dick.

  • @fpl_bailey
    @fpl_bailey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +231

    Still rocking a phone from 2016 and don't see myself upgrading for years to come because it has a headphone jack and removable battery. 2 things which are rare today plus the phone is still working like brand new.

    • @roastedbeans2051
      @roastedbeans2051 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whoa, whattya using ?

    • @fpl_bailey
      @fpl_bailey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@roastedbeans2051 LG v20 currently on Nova Launcher so yearly software updates doesn't really matter because I have a custom launcher. The only negative long term is security updates being discontinued but I don't use my phone for sensitive information so not really a big issue.

    • @vitamins00
      @vitamins00 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I'm still using my iphone 6s plus that I got in 2016 as well. It has no cracks even though I drop it occasionally without a screen protector, it still runs smoothly for me besides a few odd things once in a blue moon, and none of the more recent iphones have had upgrades that made feel the need to leave behind my perfectly good (and very much enjoyable) phone just yet. honestly the 6 is the best iphone I've ever had. I'm kinda conditioned to only use apple since they are the only phones I've had for nearly 10 years now, but I have no intention of getting rid of this phone until it becomes too frustrating for me to carry on. being an upgrade sheep must be exhausting. and very expensive.

    • @ganjabobby
      @ganjabobby 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      vitaminhoshi Feel the same way about my iPhone 7 128GB. Only problems I had was managing space and backing up to pc, but that was my laziness, and running on your last 500mb makes the phone lag a lot. Would definitely benefit from a battery change though as mine had deteriorated to 79% now.

    • @sidersproductions941
      @sidersproductions941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@fpl_bailey oh man I loved the LG V20 but I had enough restarts when using the stock camera app to finally get tired enough to upgrade to the V30. I miss the option to remove the battery but unlike the V10 before which I also had, I rarely if ever needed to swap out the battery. I had a 6,400mAh battery extender for a while so I would just use that on super long days and vacations when I knew I'd be using the camera alot but that's about it. One thing I absolutely miss though is the IR blaster. Other than that, the V30 has been a beast in ever way over the V20. Battery life is so sweet. The V40 was too large with a not so big battery and power hungry SD845 so I chose the V30 over that. The V20 is one of the last of the everything phones though.

  • @wilcoxtam810
    @wilcoxtam810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    A tip: Always buy last years' flagship. I think the same can be applied for laptops too. If its good enough for last year,it should be good enough this year

    • @tobiasjansen229
      @tobiasjansen229 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know your comment is kinda old, but my opinion on this is:
      If your intention is to upgrade your device after a few years, buying an old device reduces the time you might use the device for by a significant amount.
      Given you want to upgrade your device once the used technology gets three years old, you would be using the last years' flagship for max. 2 years. So I personally prefer to buy latest technology which in this case could be used for 3 instead of 2 years. Which leads to less, but also more expensive upgrades. This is much better from an ecological standpoint - and you need to spend less time on buying, installing and getting used to new hardware.
      But this is a personal preference.

    • @wilcoxtam810
      @wilcoxtam810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tobiasjansen229 while I slightly agree with you but in a practical sense there isn't much difference between a 2019 MacBook and a 2020 MacBook or 2021 MacBook. All three have similar levels of durability and they'll all get software updates from Apple. As long as the laptop (or phone) you buy has good specs you'll be fine

    • @tobiasjansen229
      @tobiasjansen229 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wilcoxtam810 Yes, you are right. This of course depends on the item you are buying. E.g. if you are buying a last gen TV, which has like a lifespan of maybe 7 years, this makes absolutely sense. Especially because last gen TVs usually are significantly cheaper than latest tech.
      But in case of MacBooks last gen devices are only slightly cheaper than latest devices. And especially right now we are seeing new devices with significant changes (M1), so buying a last gen MacBook right now wouldn't be the best option in my opinion.
      But yes, in general you are right: going for last gen makes totally sense in many cases. But it really depends on the specific devices you want to buy.

    • @theSato
      @theSato 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      op is correct. Buy flagships from 1 or even 3 years ago. I have an S8 and if it breaks -- I'm buying another S8. The upgrades in future Galaxies are so MINIMAL (some cases even steps backwards) and you pay SO much more for having the newest. Supply and demand -- idiots always have to have the newest, so enjoy the HUGE savings on slightly less new things.

  • @raphiell8435
    @raphiell8435 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    goddamn, this guy's storytelling is really smooth and that video of himself talking with soft vignette and just aesthetically pleasing

  • @Ian-ft3wd
    @Ian-ft3wd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    Minimalists can't have mirrors 🤔.

  • @taterfight
    @taterfight 5 ปีที่แล้ว +508

    I'm still rockin' the iPhone 6, 2011 iMac, and driving around in a 2007 Silverado. Am I missing out on anything? Nah..

    •  5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Tater Fight best decision 😃

    • @stephensharp6886
      @stephensharp6886 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      The iPhone 6 has taken some of the best photos i’ve ever taken. I now have the iPhone X and i still show off my iPhone 6 photos over my iPhone X photos

    • @CrystalKat
      @CrystalKat 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      My 33 yr old husband has a flip phone for a personal phone, drives a '95 toyota and could careless about upgrading. I have an iphone 5. :) The beauty of it all- we don't have payments on these things. Meh, I dont think we are missing out on anything either

    • @alexk1418
      @alexk1418 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Crystal Kat aside from a better camera and a cooler way of navigation your iPhone. Not much else

    • @riepapple1449
      @riepapple1449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Stephen Sharp Seriously? I use my iphone 6 and my pictures come out like shit

  • @timward3116
    @timward3116 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I still have a flip phone. One time my phone rang in an elevator. I pulled it out, and all of the women in the elevator laughed and shrieked: "Oh, look! That's so cuuuuuuute!" As you get older, you learn the games that companies play to keep you buying, you understand the idiocy of mindless consumerism, and you're perfectly happy to not play the game. Whenever I see a young person who is also a simplifier, a minimalist, a believer that "less is more" (not to mention that less is greener), I am overjoyed! Thanks, Matt!

  • @GentlemanGamer94
    @GentlemanGamer94 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Something that I've recently started to do is to not buy phones on plans: they get you stuck in a contract for two years and as soon as you're done, at least for me, there's the thought "oh, I'm done now! might as well get a new phone". Plus, it distances me a bit from the actual price of the phone as you're paying a good bulk of the cost over time vs. upfront.
    My next phone therefore is going to be unlocked, refurbished and at least one year or older. I'll save money on the phone, not get locked to a contract and will only pick the thing up if I can afford to buy the phone in its entirety.

  • @CuriosityCulture
    @CuriosityCulture 5 ปีที่แล้ว +458

    buying a 800 dollar phone every 2 years sounds crazy to me.

    • @TomaszMro
      @TomaszMro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      Curiosity Culture Honestly don’t know how people can be so naive buying a new phone every two years especially if they don’t earn much. Then they complain they are broke 🤷‍♂️

    • @katereid8992
      @katereid8992 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      People do it every year. It’s a joke!

    • @lonibytyqi6093
      @lonibytyqi6093 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Every 3 years is my rule unless there are serious issues with the current one.
      If you flat out purchase it you are paying ~$260 every year to own your phone. Which in the grand scheme of things, isn't that much considering how many hours you use it on a weekly basis (10-15)

    • @salimoon14
      @salimoon14 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Omg 😀😀😀 ur here sooo happy tht u too follow matt..m fan of u by the way nd ur makin gud vids..keep going 😙😙😙😙😙

    • @p.r.9982
      @p.r.9982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Been having mine for 4 years. No intention of changing it until the end of this year beginning of next year.

  • @jadedsun619
    @jadedsun619 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I feel bad for watching this on an upgraded phone now 😟
    In all honesty, my old phone died an honourable death, after 7 years of service and 3 replacement batteries.
    I try to follow similar rules when it comes to buying things, especially clothing. "Function over form" has been my clothing rule for years, and it's saved me a lot of money. I see people spend hundreds, if not thousands, on a pair of limited edition trainers that they will probably never wear, and think to myself.. "you could've kept that for food shopping, or taking the family out for a long weekend away."
    Saving money from not upgrading your tech will give you the chance to spend money on a well deserved holiday, upgrading your levels of happiness and satisfaction.

  • @bennetwekwerth9561
    @bennetwekwerth9561 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    these are my favorite typ of videos: great edits, well spoken, amazing camera shots and a touch of humor. Well done Sir!

  • @YudiJ
    @YudiJ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    This is awesome! After watching your videos I decided I want to follow minimalism

    • @YudiJ
      @YudiJ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OMG! You loved my comment.

    • @tbpathan
      @tbpathan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      MEE TOO...

  • @Matthew_Murray
    @Matthew_Murray 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I’m just going to rock my SE for a few more years as I get myself out of credit card debt.

    • @Aintnoballz
      @Aintnoballz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      5SE gang aswell. Upgraded last year from my "old" 5S.
      Love the thing.

    • @lodnisroub
      @lodnisroub 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      SE the best.

    • @bradlewis8753
      @bradlewis8753 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SE is such a good phone... paid like $90 for mine... coworkers make fun of it..but it serves my needs.

  • @alfonsonation
    @alfonsonation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “I try to make it a daily practice to be happy and grateful for the things that I have and not be so hyper-focused on the things to come.”
    That right there is the nutshell summary of this upgrade culture. As someone who loves the hype surrounding Apple’s new releases, I’m beginning to re-route that focus to more gratitude for the things I do possess. Well said Matt.
    This is why I admire this channel.

  • @ramiroruiz9981
    @ramiroruiz9981 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Its official. This is my favorite channel right now. Its not just interesting I also feel I grow up as a person every time I watch a video from Matt.

  • @farnazfer4888
    @farnazfer4888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +314

    YOU . ARE . A MINIMALIST😂👍

  • @David-vy1sl
    @David-vy1sl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +238

    Watching this on my upgraded phone. Lol

    • @chrissayno5058
      @chrissayno5058 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sameeeee! LOL

    • @MrSushant3
      @MrSushant3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You are a *MINIMALIST*, Dave!!! Shame on you 😅

    • @dabn3y151
      @dabn3y151 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      X

    • @kidjiujitsu
      @kidjiujitsu 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am as well but I won't be buying another phone for at least two years.

    • @nickrusso3785
      @nickrusso3785 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too lol

  • @Storebythebox
    @Storebythebox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is it Matt, got to subscribe to your TH-cam channels and for real I'm very happy I did.....many people have got to see this, this is the Era where competition is very high despite it zero point. It's happens also in majority of the phase/line of industry on the frame of production out there. Thank U Matt

  • @commonmisplays4868
    @commonmisplays4868 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video about a very relevant topic in the constantly changing "I must have a shinier thing than everyone else" world. I appreciate you parting words too on being grateful for what we have and use. I think we can all learn something from that message.

  • @juliejacobs8008
    @juliejacobs8008 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Your videos always keep me centred and grounded, I truly appreciate it!

    • @jgtv6269
      @jgtv6269 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Julie Jacobs same here!!

  • @Alienwarfare25
    @Alienwarfare25 5 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    Still rollin with the iphone 5s, if it works why replace it.

    • @graced4844
      @graced4844 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      me too and it was my sister’s before me lol

    • @jgtv6269
      @jgtv6269 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Iphone 6 for me lol purchased refurbished 😂🤑

    • @lodnisroub
      @lodnisroub 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Had it until screen stopped working. Repair guy bought it for spare parts and repaired to full functionality:))) In the meantime I bought a SE.

    • @julianbonskilzz
      @julianbonskilzz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Batterie is shit, not more than 2000 mah. Is to less for my daily use

    • @p.r.9982
      @p.r.9982 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's how I feel about it. And I plan to buy my next phone reconditioned.

  • @justgoey6872
    @justgoey6872 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my absolute favorite and I think one of the first I ever seen videos from Matt.

  • @loss2570
    @loss2570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +388

    Rich people: Buy it
    Poor people: Want it
    Middle class people: Pretend to be rich

    • @xela.
      @xela. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ruben Bharot well said

    • @cQ2DHPavXTqemm9Vsbgi4TV7x
      @cQ2DHPavXTqemm9Vsbgi4TV7x 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep

    • @teppichfliesestaubknauel5044
      @teppichfliesestaubknauel5044 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ruben Bharot
      For some People that‘s definitly true but I‘ve seen many rich people that spend their money way more intelligent. Also I know that many People that are more on the poor side still buy more and more expensive than the rich.

    • @Jellykrop
      @Jellykrop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Please be kind with the middle class, they are the ones that pay for the whole economy through taxes

    • @loss2570
      @loss2570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Jellykrop I'm not saying anything is wrong with being middle class it's just true that people in middle class use products such as iPhones to pretend they are richer than they really are

  • @anniegangarapu3952
    @anniegangarapu3952 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You make me want to be a better person

  • @TheGroovyGuitarDude
    @TheGroovyGuitarDude 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Man, this is hilariously well timed for me! I broke my screen on my iPhone 8+ yesterday and went to buy a new iPhone XS this morning, but backed out and decided to get my screen fixed instead. I appreciate the advice and encouragement to not fall victim to gear lust!

  • @bissy97
    @bissy97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Getting this video recommened on the announcement of the iPhone 11.

  • @y0u5uf
    @y0u5uf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watch a LOT of videos on YT and this was so well produced, edited, lit, and Sounded (not a word). Really enjoyed it.. thanks..

  • @monsehidalgo5220
    @monsehidalgo5220 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    To be honest is also not so good for the environment changing your phone every year, especially if it's perfectly funcional device.

    • @kanyeblessed6558
      @kanyeblessed6558 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Monse Hidalgo so true e-waste is such an issue that few talk about. That, and the process to get the metals they go into electronics also sometimes involve child labor and it’s really unhealthy work anyway.

    • @F117DJS
      @F117DJS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Completely agree. Business (the majority) don’t care... short term profit regardless of the long term effects. Why would they. Why should they. Consumers have control (to a degree)....can eventually change the market what we want. But only if enough people do.

  • @ma-teman1197
    @ma-teman1197 5 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    This is exactly the mentality that most people need to have! I try to apply it to most of my purchases, my laptop and phone included. Something that has been a little harder is my gear because I get excited about upgrading it and wanting to make better content.
    But this idea can literally even be applied to groceries except not in an upgrade way. The store version of something is not going to be much different from the name brand and can sometimes be a good bit cheaper. So anytime I find something that meets this criterion, I try to "downgrade."

    • @IfYouMeetAWolf
      @IfYouMeetAWolf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just make sure that the actual quality of the food (and packaging!) is okay tho!
      I was sick a while ago and had to go purchase soups and yoghurts 'cus that's all i could eat. There was only this low-budget food store open so i had to buy it there. The products tasted okay (except there was literally no meat in my meat soup hahah), but i looked at the yoghurt box and it freaking contained aluminium. That would never happen in a "normal" budget store and with my countrys regulations. This yoghurt was from abroad. So be aware. If it's really cheap, it's probably too good to be true! (Just like wish products btw)

  • @slimkek4254
    @slimkek4254 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this man! I needed this kind of motivation. It stopped me from getting another phone and burying my credit card deep.

  • @GavinDavidson
    @GavinDavidson 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I discovered your channel a month or so ago. Your videos are so insightful and provide a lot of value. Really well done 👍🏼

  • @SeanMarsalis
    @SeanMarsalis 5 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Great video, Matt. You make NOT upgrading sound cool. Here's a question for you. If you were a tech youtuber, how would you implement your minimalism? Rent products instead of buy?

    • @mattdavella
      @mattdavella  5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      If you're a popular tech TH-camr (say 50k+ subscribers) a lot of companies will send you product for free or to review. So that's probably the best route.
      But if that's your job you'll probably need to get a ton of devices to review them. The great thing about tech reviewers is that they buy the products so we don't have to.
      You could even do give-aways for the products if you don't want to hold onto 20 phones every year.

  • @shakuntaladaga6160
    @shakuntaladaga6160 5 ปีที่แล้ว +642

    TH-cam should remove the dislike button from your videos!

    • @noorkhizran7975
      @noorkhizran7975 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And TH-cam should remove the dislike button from you comment!

    • @davidostar157
      @davidostar157 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Then how would I click it 🌚

  • @samuel_avila
    @samuel_avila 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've been so obssesed with tech this year, specially since launches have been crazy. I come back to this video to chill the fuck out. Thanks Matt.

  • @toosharp4417
    @toosharp4417 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, real crisp content with info dense like I've never seen before. Keep It Up.

  • @blueeyedtech1234
    @blueeyedtech1234 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I loved the unbox therapy and MKBHD clips used

  • @brakmaster
    @brakmaster 5 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    My car is a 1990 BMW E30 318, my phone is a Galaxy Note 4, my laptop is a 2012 Macbook Pro. They're all running strong. If it ain't broke don't fix it (or upgrade it).

    • @giofromtexas2679
      @giofromtexas2679 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My car is a 2012 Ford Fusion 3.0 duratec, my phone is the Samsung Note8, my laptop is a 2018 Acer chrome book. All still running strong! Completely agree with you man!

    • @samuelsmith2707
      @samuelsmith2707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, but your car most likely costs more in taxes, maintenance and fuel than a more modern, cleaner and efficient car. Your phone probably lags depending on what applications you want to run, plus you've got a tiny screen that isn't as vibrant as a newer model. Your laptop is probably a little slow to load stuff, but assuming you are just using the internet and word then it's fine. If you were to play video games or do anything intense like video editing, cad and cam then your laptop is going to take donkeys years to process it.

    • @sid6554
      @sid6554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My car is a Ford Galaxie from 1963. My phone is a Motorola microtac 9800X from 1989. My laptop is a NEC UltraLite from 1988. They're all running strong. If it ain't broke don't fix it (or upgrade it).

    • @xoxo-pp7ru
      @xoxo-pp7ru 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Galaxy note 4 😳😂🤣

  • @dreamer.of.the.endless
    @dreamer.of.the.endless 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    man i LOVE your sense of humour and the way you suddenly make the unexpected jokes while talking about serious stuff 🤣🤣

  • @leahevehumphries
    @leahevehumphries 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    "Can you afford it?"
    Me, a student with -£16: 👁 👄 👁

  • @MelanieJoules
    @MelanieJoules 5 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    so my iMac turns 10 years old this year.. 🥳still going strong tho!

    • @hanifnada17
      @hanifnada17 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same as my Dell laptop. I went to laptop service place to get new batteries for my laptop, the guy there ask, "This laptop still alive?", then I said, "Yes, but I need new battery."

    • @impoppy9145
      @impoppy9145 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      At least your iMac have a usb port. Newer ones don't have that..

    • @slimestoneexpert9804
      @slimestoneexpert9804 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ImPoppy aerie stupid I have the newest generation and I have many usb a and cs soo are confused about the pixelbook and MacBook those are laptops not computers please inform your self before you embarrass yourself and tell shit

    • @KipVaughan
      @KipVaughan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The retina display iMacs are so worth it. For a while there wasn't a big difference in display but 2015 changed that.

  • @Fernrsanchez
    @Fernrsanchez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I get excited every time you upload a new video 🙌🏻

  • @xela.
    @xela. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    That’s true.
    New phones should be produced every 2 years at least.
    A new phone every year...
    Think about it that’s ridiculous

    • @enmooned
      @enmooned 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Hydrik exactly. Even from ecological point of view, we can save resources for researches and developments, as well as for exploring universe.

    • @kaasis85
      @kaasis85 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's actually misunderstanding the issue. You are not supposed to buy a new phone every year just because a new model is available but it's great that you can buy the most up to date technology if you're upgrading let's say a 3 year old phone. Many consumer items are refreshed and upgraded yearly - CPUs, TVs etc. , doesn't mean you have to keep up with that.

  • @kims2r
    @kims2r 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is wholesome, thank you🙏🏼 Im sharing this with everyone

  • @Lily.valkyrie
    @Lily.valkyrie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +728

    lol, I'm 18 and I've never owned a smartphone in my life. Yes, I have a flip phone. People laugh and think I'm poor, but I still don't give a shit. I have more money than most of my peers because A- I earn it, and then I pay for my own stuff, (not my parents.) and B- I save money and value experiences with friends, rather than stuff. And I'm happy. I am not stressed out by social media addictions or constantly cleaning/organising my living space because of owning too much stuff. A simple laptop (that I don't need to upgrade constantly) will do just fine, thanks.

    • @0utder
      @0utder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +107

      May the rest of your generation be like that. Amen.

    • @tomaito7289
      @tomaito7289 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Your so cool I wish I could be like you

    • @jeffryrice2258
      @jeffryrice2258 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Nice and great job

    • @daxtercage8939
      @daxtercage8939 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      If your using a flip phone how do you comment on this video?

    • @roxayso
      @roxayso 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      teach me the way :(

  • @AM-pu4wf
    @AM-pu4wf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Amazing content and arguments. Timing was perfect for me personally since I was exploring options for upgrade and I bump on to this video. Definitely will give it more thought now. Thanks for making this video. 👍

  • @yooutubee6590
    @yooutubee6590 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy your videos it's always developing me to be a better person.

  • @arvindhr.a2315
    @arvindhr.a2315 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful content Matt 👌 I needed this !

  • @TheNewTravel
    @TheNewTravel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I'm pretty good at not caring about a new generation of phones... But with cameras it is way harder. Everyone online is talking about the shift to mirrorless, and all these crazy new features.... it's easy to lose perspective on what you really need vs what's just the latest internet hype

    • @mattdavella
      @mattdavella  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Honestly the biggest jump was when the 5d mark ii came out. Before that we were using camcorders. The quality has gotten way better but nothing like that first jump.

    • @jgtv6269
      @jgtv6269 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matt what camera do u use for your videos?

    • @Minority2005
      @Minority2005 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've simply unsubscribed all channels that talk about GEARS and NEED of upgrading to the next camera. Fortunately, there are plenty of channels that talk about photography as an art form and the fact that a better camera doesnt make you a better photographer.

  • @roastedbeans2051
    @roastedbeans2051 5 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Yuppppp, 18 years old and I've already gone through 5 smart phones. While my parents stuck around with their gadget for upwards of 6 years per gadget. That'll be impossible to even think of right now. My economics teacher calls this purchase of ostentation. I kinda agree. And I'm already guilty of it. But I'm learning... I'm getting there.

    • @julieclergue2663
      @julieclergue2663 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck ✊

    • @victoriazwergmaus9813
      @victoriazwergmaus9813 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      If you payed it your self ok! If your parents payed 5, you haven t learnd a thing?! 🙄

    • @paradox7830
      @paradox7830 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      How to spoil your kids 101

  • @Vinodkj
    @Vinodkj 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know how much hours you spend in making videos but all your videos are stunning and the message always very well delivered. I dont spend much time in youtube but your videos do make me do it.
    Thanks man

  • @lizzy240515
    @lizzy240515 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just subscribed to your channel yesterday and I already love your videos!! Thank you for everything you do it's inspiring!

  • @MeMommyEms
    @MeMommyEms 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    My phone I am using right now is already 5 years old. I will be upgrading if this won’t work anymore. And maybe with a cheaper brand. I spend so much on this phone and I am no longer interested in spending tons of money now that I am on a minimalist lifestyle. I’d love to spend on a new home for my family rather than stuff.

    • @Carfan678
      @Carfan678 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Less With Ems get pixel 3a or 3aXL!

  • @PurpleNoodles
    @PurpleNoodles 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I LOVE your humor so much!!! Not only do you make very informative videos, you're also f*cking hilarious.

  • @Manas_Choudhary
    @Manas_Choudhary 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the pinch of humour you put in your videos. Subscribed.

  • @mubassirulnayeem8289
    @mubassirulnayeem8289 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hatts off to you brother, really authentic explanation of updating phones.

  • @ABeautifulHorizonTV
    @ABeautifulHorizonTV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yep. Camera is what sold me on upgrading. I film all my videos with my phone. My husband was upgrading and I wasn't going to until I realized the camera spec difference. 😄🙌

  • @DeBeOtaku
    @DeBeOtaku 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Your videos help ground me lmao thanks dude!!

  • @HimanshuSingh-jr3pg
    @HimanshuSingh-jr3pg 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for making these videos. I don't follow you a lot. But your couple of videos have made great advises, and I am happy to say they made a difference in my life.
    Thank you for your efforts

  • @prasaddd
    @prasaddd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Valuable advice, thank you man, you earned another subscriber...

  • @Thoughmuchistaken
    @Thoughmuchistaken 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Still using my iPhone SE (my first smart phone), and my 2011 Macbook Pro (my first laptop and 3rd computer). No need for new junk just yet.

    • @camez2345
      @camez2345 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My MacBook Pro 2010's "service battery" warning has been on for SIX years, I kid you not. It's perpetually backed up and isn't the computer I use for work, so I'm not too worried about it. Kinda fun to not jump when tech companies say jump.

    • @Thoughmuchistaken
      @Thoughmuchistaken 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Agast Dwipa It's doable, but I haven't had to do it for my iPhone yet. I have replaced the battery on my Macbook Pro, (while also upgrading to an SSD and more RAM). The quality of replacement batteries varies, mine held a good charge for about a year and a half, but now only lasts about 20mins. This is fine for me as I can leave it plugged in, but if you're in school this wouldn't work. Most devices really aren't friendly to battery replacement the way they should be.

  • @cetriyasArtnComicsChannel
    @cetriyasArtnComicsChannel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    lol, you're super cheeky in this video. I like it.
    What I hate is when they force you to update ie forced an update (lol like apple battery) that invalidates your current tech even though you're fine with it. Also, its ok to upgrade to the cheaper phone.

  • @shivamgagad5674
    @shivamgagad5674 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, you helped me realize that thinking harder about decisions and being mindful can make big changes in my life. Thank you.

  • @gelloyangsteryang6481
    @gelloyangsteryang6481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    after the iphone 11 launch.
    i watch this video at least twice a day.

  • @johnny0313x
    @johnny0313x 5 ปีที่แล้ว +393

    My name is Rachel and I'm offended. Look at my damn baby!

    • @fraumd
      @fraumd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Ok Johnny

    • @messicomps344
      @messicomps344 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We love you Johnny

    • @edwink1467
      @edwink1467 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ahh johnny...

    • @sareal90
      @sareal90 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hai johnny sin

    • @AnthonyTrombley
      @AnthonyTrombley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This comment is why TH-cam needs more than a like button 😂

  • @XIAOO0713
    @XIAOO0713 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great speech at the end ! love ur vids

  • @Michaelmostert
    @Michaelmostert 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really needed this

  • @loopcom12
    @loopcom12 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Your videos are just amazing bro...they make huge impact!! Thanks

  • @sara.sofies
    @sara.sofies 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    So many people feel the pressure to have the latest version of the iPhone especially... People used to mock me for holding on to my 4S for so long... I am honestly proud to say that I currently have my 5th phone at the age of 23 (while most of my friends have had twice as many or more, just because they could afford it).
    Thank you for yet another great video with an important message Matt!

    • @IfYouMeetAWolf
      @IfYouMeetAWolf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This made me realize how many phones i've had... I think i'm on my 11th (and this one keeps breaking down so soon i will be using my first Nokia (from -99/-00) haha) and i'm just only going on 25 :c

    • @TomaszMro
      @TomaszMro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I had a Samsung S4 for a good couple of years and so many of my friends mocked me for it! Most of them complain about being broke but have the newest iPhone... I don’t get the mentality lol

    • @aiquesono
      @aiquesono 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same..I'm 24 and I've had 5 different phones over the past 9 years

    • @sara.sofies
      @sara.sofies 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      rnk. That’s great! Especially when you think about how bad this «keeping up with the latest phone» trend is to the environment :)

    • @user-3w9jf4r5qz
      @user-3w9jf4r5qz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i am 23 and using my 3rd phone since december 2016 XD
      but i am a student and i am not that tech savvy so it is ok for me. the battery lags a bit, like taking 4 hours to charge , but it is ok bc i charge it overnight when i dont use it. apart from that, it is working just fine.

  • @agneslaufer9579
    @agneslaufer9579 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I miss my nokia 3310

  • @mattjbenn
    @mattjbenn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I come back to this video every time I want a new phone 😅 thanks for keeping me out of debt Matt!

  • @12white1
    @12white1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahaha you got me with the minimalist scene. Thumb up for that😂👌🏻