Gabrielle Bergeron

F Block Journalism

October 15, 2013

Data Driven Article

IOS7: Users Speak Out

            On September 18, 2013 Apple released its latest update, iOS7. This new software changed the entire layout of compatible iPods, iPads, and iPhones. The drastic change left all users with something to say. Was the new update worth all the buzz and commotion? I did a little research to find out.

            Going around the hallways and passing out surveys to people I noticed with iPhones I pooled responses from many different types of people. Some positive… others not so much. When asked how they liked the update only two fifths of those polled thought the update was positive. Many of the negative responses included the shortened battery life, “kills my battery…not worth it” said NHS student Levi Kahn. Another common complaint was the speed. Jen Kilburn explained, “The new version takes longer to load.” Similarly Ashley Cibotti was quoted saying “It makes my phone slower!” Many Norton High students were frustrated with the new update.

            Though many were unpleased there were some who were pleasantly surprised. Some of the positive feedback I received included the actual design. It was referred to as “cool” “futuristic” and “more modern” than the old update. Students also liked the new camera already having an Instagram setting so they do not have to crop parts of their pictures out. Those who like the new update feel the hype before the release was well worth it.

            However, many students still feel all the commotion for iOS7 was over the top. Things were missing explained many NHS attendants. Christine Remick explained why she felt the update needed more, “I though you would be able to take panoramic pictures.” Another student complained he thought “it would be easier to use and faster.” This complaint was shared by others as well. Over all two thirds of the students polled believe the update to be a nuisance and waste of time.