IPhone 17: Why I Finally Upgraded After 7 Years [SqmiK8Irla6]

I used my iPhone 8 Plus every single day for over 7 years through travels, coding tutorials, and teaching. In 2025, I finally upgraded to the iPhone 17.

But this video isnt a review. Its about what I learned from not upgrading for so long: patience, focus, saving money, and why chasing the newest gadget doesnt make you a better developer or learner.

In this video, Ill share:

My 7-year journey with the iPhone 8 pistons vs cavaliers Plus

Why most people upgrade for consumer reasons and why developers should think differently

The benefits of waiting: money, focus, and even the environment

What finally pushed me to upgrade to the iPhone 17

Why specs dont define your skills practice and mindset do

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

0:33 Buying the iPhone 17 in Vienna

2:13 The 7-Year Journey

3:00 Unboxing the iPhone 17

3:56 iPhone 8 Plus daily usage

4:37 Consumer Mindset-Shift

6:31 Why Waiting Pays Off

7:42 Finally Upgrading to the iPhone 17

If youve ever felt pressured to buy the newest tech, this video might just change the way you think about upgrades.

Products, Tools & Software Used:

MacBook Air M4:

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