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iPhone XS: To upgrade or not to upgrade?

One thumb up and one thumb down: Two of our editors have already made up their minds.
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iPhone XS: The one reason I won't buy in

Jason Hiner: One of the most highly touted breakthroughs of the iPhone X -- and soon to be the iPhone XS -- is also its biggest drawback in usability and productivity. Read more

iPhone XS: The one reason why I'm definitely buying Apple's new phone

Jason Ciprinai: Face ID isn't why I'm already planning on upgrading my iPhone X this year. For me, it all comes down to screen size. It's time to go big. Read more.

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