> speaker on the top end to get stereo when watching movies or playing games
Are Stereo speakers actually noticeable on a device the size as an iPhone? Wouldn't the speakers actually need to be further apart so your ears can hear the difference better?
In my experience: not really noticeable. I think people like the idea but in real use with a blind taste test I'd be surprised if people noticed a difference. Of those who could discern a difference, ask them how much extra they would pay or what other features they would be willing to give up (battery life, size, et. al.) You want stereo? Put your headphones on, and it will sound better to boot.
Besides, how important is audio fidelity when you're watching movies on a five inch screen? Can barely see the faces of the actors, but hot diggity does it sound good.
Are Stereo speakers actually noticeable on a device the size as an iPhone? Wouldn't the speakers actually need to be further apart so your ears can hear the difference better?