I was replacing my phone every 18 months, as allowed by my contract. Phones were free, or very little money. Now my carrier charges a $35 upgrade fee, so no more for me. I'll keep my phone for as long as it lasts.
I like what I've read about the new iphone, but probably won't get it. I have an ipad and an android phone. And although they don't sync, I like having both. Truthfully, the smartphone is a waste of money for me. All I do is text. My ipad was well worth the money because I use it all day every day.
I participated in a clinical trial this month. My experience wasn't nearly as bad as described in the article, actually it was a pretty good one. I was paid CAN$1000 for 2 stays of 40h and 1 return visit after each stay. It was a bioequivalence test, meaning one drug was already commercialized and the other one was a copy of the commercialized version. I had no side effects whatsoever, except some light nauseas, which might have been due to the required fasting, not the actual medication. I was allowed to talk to other people and do pretty much what I wanted of my time there, they had public computers and free wifi, televisions, social games, etc. If anyone would be sick the employees would give them a free treatment. The informed consent I signed was clear about all associated risks and procedures, but keep in mind it's rare. Out of 50 participants 4 left the trial and one was sick. The others had nothing, or light to moderate nauseas and fatigue.
Personnally I would do it again. I think it all comes down to the drug being tested and which company is conducing the trial. The company I did it with has an excellent reputation and its employees do really care for you as a human being but I know it's not the case for all companies. I would also avoid all Phase 1 trial. Also multiple blood drawns might not be easy for everybody, in my case we had a catheter which made it easier for the period we had it in, but I remember being hurt a few times when blood drawn would be made with a needle (but that's because my veins are very small according to numerous medical employees, thus many of them have a hard time to find them...lol). So overall I would say, if anyone is considering clinical trials, go ahead! But be careful what you do and with which company you do it. Read reviews on the Internet about the company and look up the drug being tested.
I have not heard of any of these apps. These would be so helpful when going out to eat with my friends. It is always such a headache, especially when everyone doesn't order pop or desserts, etc. I can't wait to download the apple version!
We replace our iphones every other year. By the time we're due for an upgrade, they've started to get really slow, but we try to keep waiting until the next model is released after our upgrade.
Usually every two years when I'm able to get an upgrade. There's no way I would pay full price for a phone without the upgrade just to have the latest and greatest.
Every year or two, depending on eligibility and need. I've had a 3G, 4S, 5 (briefly), and now have a 5S. Sometime next year I'll likely get a 6. Fangirl, what can I say? :)
I almost never replace my phone. Granted, I have had use of a work mobile to browse the net etc, but I haven't bought a new phone for about 10 years!! Seriously!! I've still got my Nokia 5210!!
Volunteer as a gleaner. This won't work for everyone, but if you live near farmland consider gleaning. Sometimes farms will donate gleanings to food banks. Volunteer gleaners usually get to take some pickings for themselves as well. Depending on the farm, this ranges from modest to generous. In one case I got to select one watermelon and one cantaloupe after 3 hours picking. In another case, I was told to fill a box with tomatoes. In either situation, I'm able to support a cause I care about and get some free organic produce.
I generally replace my phone when the contract expires, usually with a "free" phone. I'll be crunching the numbers next time it's up, since I'm a stay at home mom.
I only replace my phone when it's absolutely necessary. It hasn't become necessary yet.
Save your money and if you want to drop big bucks on a watch for yourself, do it for you and not for everyone else!
I only replace my phone when it is broken.
I was replacing my phone every 18 months, as allowed by my contract. Phones were free, or very little money. Now my carrier charges a $35 upgrade fee, so no more for me. I'll keep my phone for as long as it lasts.
I like what I've read about the new iphone, but probably won't get it. I have an ipad and an android phone. And although they don't sync, I like having both. Truthfully, the smartphone is a waste of money for me. All I do is text. My ipad was well worth the money because I use it all day every day.
Seldom, only when needed- the last time it was in a pocket that went into the washing machine.
I participated in a clinical trial this month. My experience wasn't nearly as bad as described in the article, actually it was a pretty good one. I was paid CAN$1000 for 2 stays of 40h and 1 return visit after each stay. It was a bioequivalence test, meaning one drug was already commercialized and the other one was a copy of the commercialized version. I had no side effects whatsoever, except some light nauseas, which might have been due to the required fasting, not the actual medication. I was allowed to talk to other people and do pretty much what I wanted of my time there, they had public computers and free wifi, televisions, social games, etc. If anyone would be sick the employees would give them a free treatment. The informed consent I signed was clear about all associated risks and procedures, but keep in mind it's rare. Out of 50 participants 4 left the trial and one was sick. The others had nothing, or light to moderate nauseas and fatigue.
Personnally I would do it again. I think it all comes down to the drug being tested and which company is conducing the trial. The company I did it with has an excellent reputation and its employees do really care for you as a human being but I know it's not the case for all companies. I would also avoid all Phase 1 trial. Also multiple blood drawns might not be easy for everybody, in my case we had a catheter which made it easier for the period we had it in, but I remember being hurt a few times when blood drawn would be made with a needle (but that's because my veins are very small according to numerous medical employees, thus many of them have a hard time to find them...lol). So overall I would say, if anyone is considering clinical trials, go ahead! But be careful what you do and with which company you do it. Read reviews on the Internet about the company and look up the drug being tested.
I use a pay as you go phone, so it was about 8 or 9 years before I replaced it late last year.
I have not heard of any of these apps. These would be so helpful when going out to eat with my friends. It is always such a headache, especially when everyone doesn't order pop or desserts, etc. I can't wait to download the apple version!
I got my first smart phone one year ago. I can't imagine replacing it yet even though a supposedly better phone is available.
I really don't replace my phone that often at all - on average maybe every 3-4 years.
Easy... when it breaks or becomes severely outdated (no longer supported). If it can make calls and carries my calendar, then I'm peachy-keen.
That sounds good. I'll have to look into that.
I don't have ability to buy iphone 6. I change my phone when it is broken......
We replace our iphones every other year. By the time we're due for an upgrade, they've started to get really slow, but we try to keep waiting until the next model is released after our upgrade.
Usually every two years when I'm able to get an upgrade. There's no way I would pay full price for a phone without the upgrade just to have the latest and greatest.
Every year or two, depending on eligibility and need. I've had a 3G, 4S, 5 (briefly), and now have a 5S. Sometime next year I'll likely get a 6. Fangirl, what can I say? :)
I almost never replace my phone. Granted, I have had use of a work mobile to browse the net etc, but I haven't bought a new phone for about 10 years!! Seriously!! I've still got my Nokia 5210!!
I usually like to replace my phone every 2-3 years.
Every two years and selling the old one.
Volunteer as a gleaner. This won't work for everyone, but if you live near farmland consider gleaning. Sometimes farms will donate gleanings to food banks. Volunteer gleaners usually get to take some pickings for themselves as well. Depending on the farm, this ranges from modest to generous. In one case I got to select one watermelon and one cantaloupe after 3 hours picking. In another case, I was told to fill a box with tomatoes. In either situation, I'm able to support a cause I care about and get some free organic produce.
Super additions to the list. Thank you.
I replace it when my old phone gets lost or broken
I replace my phone every 2 years
I generally replace my phone when the contract expires, usually with a "free" phone. I'll be crunching the numbers next time it's up, since I'm a stay at home mom.
About every two and a half or three years. I usually wait for something to happen to it or for it to get really slow or bad battery life.