6S Plus - Remorse?

[ux4all]

Maybe I'm just an old fart but using the Plus has made a significant difference in my ability to consume information rapidly. I am borderline needing bi-focals so the ability to have the larger screen with the 'zoomed' interface has given me the pleasant experience I had been missing. I didn't want to make the jump to one of the Android platform large phones and rarely buy a first gen of anything anymore (so, no 6+).

When the second generation Apple Watch comes out, I will more than likely get on board with that device as well.

 

[sunking101]

Maybe I'm just an old fart but using the Plus has made a significant difference in my ability to consume information rapidly. I am borderline needing bi-focals so the ability to have the larger screen with the 'zoomed' interface has given me the pleasant experience I had been missing. I didn't want to make the jump to one of the Android platform large phones and rarely buy a first gen of anything anymore (so, no 6+).

When the second generation Apple Watch comes out, I will more than likely get on board with that device as well.

So next up you'll get an Apple device with the smallest screen size possible?

 

[brholton]

I've had a 6 since last September, and switched to the 6 Plus in June, and loved it. I got the 6s Plus on Friday and already switched to 6s. I don't like using the force touch on the 6s Plus, so I switched to the 6s last night and liking it so much better.

 

[gixxerfool]

I came from a 5 to the 6S+. There's a large adjustment, but it's quick. I keep forgetting about reachability though. When I do remember I'm loving it. Combined with "The Touches", 3D Touch and Touch ID, it makes handling it easier.

 

[susan12369]

Absolutely no remorse. Went from 5S to 6S+ and am very happy! I've had no regrets whatsoever. So happy with the 6S+

 

[phpmaven]

I'm fretting about losing my one-handed operation. I just received my 6S Plus, but am having commitment issues and am unable to open the box just yet, and am seriously thinking of downsizing to the 6S 4.7".

I hate Apple for making us choose between one-handed operation and camera OIS (and battery).

If Apple had stuck OIS in the 4.7", I would have grabbed that one in a heartbeat!

Here's a thought. Why not open the box and actually use it for week or so?

 

[spooky23]

The moment I unboxed the Plus my 5s became redundant in comparison. It's a personal thing though. Turns out the Plus is exactly what I've wanted (wasn't a fan of it when it was released a year back). Find the 5s and 5c way too small. But that's me. A friend upgraded to the 6s and says its perfect in terms of portability. Probably is, but happy to sacrifice a little to to have that screen and battery life. Both are beastly.

Really depends on what you want the phone for. Browsing is a dream on a big screen. The same friend thinks the phone is huge. Got droid mates that are lusting for the Nexus p and that's a big phone too. Think we've moved on and big screen phones are probably edging towards being quite normal now.

 

[metsjetsfan]

I'm fretting about losing my one-handed operation. I just received my 6S Plus, but am having commitment issues and am unable to open the box just yet, and am seriously thinking of downsizing to the 6S 4.7".

I hate Apple for making us choose between one-handed operation and camera OIS (and battery).

If Apple had stuck OIS in the 4.7", I would have grabbed that one in a heartbeat!

have you guys tried a one handed keyboard those help

 

[ux4all]

So next up you'll get an Apple device with the smallest screen size possible?

Good Point sunking101!

I visited an apple store here locally to try on the Apple Watch. It was nice in that I could actually see the information quite clearly. The technology and hardware that they use created enough contrast for me to easily discern the information. This would be a big departure for me from my normal watch (non-tech... mechanical)

 

[Pipper99]

Me too. A lot is made of OIS but I wonder how many actually need it.

It seems to help a lot with video, but the big screen is so wonderful that I'd give up a fair amount just for the screen size. Even if battery life was worse on the 6+ than the 6 (well, not horribly worse), I'd opt for the 6+.

 

[Pipper99]

I'm fretting about losing my one-handed operation. I just received my 6S Plus, but am having commitment issues and am unable to open the box just yet, and am seriously thinking of downsizing to the 6S 4.7".

I hate Apple for making us choose between one-handed operation and camera OIS (and battery).

If Apple had stuck OIS in the 4.7", I would have grabbed that one in a heartbeat!

You have 14 days to try it out. Since you have the Plus, I suggest living with it for 2 weeks and seeing if you like it: it's much better than comparing the two briefly in store. You may find that you love the Plus, and if you don't, you'll have more confidence in your choice to go with the 6.

 

[Pug72]

Played it safe last time round with the 6, went Plus this time and LOVE IT!!!

My shovel hands do just fine and had no probs fitting in my pockets.

Work colleagues think it's a daft size, I just lol'd.


Using a Spigen Liquid Crystal case and it goes in a sideways leather closable pouch for carrying about (and STILL fits in the pockets ).

Waiting for Tech21 to update the size on their Classic Shell Wallet as it's what I used with my 6 for work as it is awesome all round protection. Bought the 6 Plus version and although it went in ok, the lid barely shut and the clasp came off after only a few open/closes.

 

[Scarlet Siren]

I absolutely love it! Glad I went with it. My 5s seems too small now.

 

[aesc80]

I regret NOTHING!!!!!!

 

[mattopotamus]

Me too. A lot is made of OIS but I wonder how many actually need it.

Judging by the amount of food and baby pictures on my Facebook, few really need it.

 

[D.T.]

I have become a master of reachability and know my limits on hand gymnastics.

Just thought I'd quote this out of context ...

 

[TedJustAdmitit]

Just like last year I will be fine with the Plus, but when those summer months come around, it sucks. Carrying the Plus in jeans is allot easier than in shorts.

 

[cwosigns]

I'm fretting about losing my one-handed operation. I just received my 6S Plus, but am having commitment issues and am unable to open the box just yet, and am seriously thinking of downsizing to the 6S 4.7".

I hate Apple for making us choose between one-handed operation and camera OIS (and battery).

If Apple had stuck OIS in the 4.7", I would have grabbed that one in a heartbeat!

Reachability makes one-handed use very attainable. It's an adjustment to your workflow, but I can do anything on my 6s Plus with one hand that I could do with my 5s with one hand. Sometimes it's an additional step, but you get used to it.

 

[pcubed18]

Reachability makes one-handed use very attainable. It's an adjustment to your workflow, but I can do anything on my 6s Plus with one hand that I could do with my 5s with one hand. Sometimes it's an additional step, but you get used to it.

I have both as I am trying the plus for the first time. It's great for a bunch of things but for holding and one handed stuff this isn't going to work for me. I'm going back to the 6s. I look forward to seeing apple bring something new in terms of size next year.

 

[Cnasty]

Just thought I'd quote this out of context ...

Well done lol

I almost added a "I wish it was a little bigger" but I figured that wouldn't be a good idea.

 

[RetiredInFl]

Only problem I have with the PLUS is that it's weight pulls down my running shorts when I do my morning run with it in my pocket. Yesterday I got a runner's waist carrier for it and it starts pulling the pack down just about to my family jewels unless I make it (the pack) very tight PLUS it doesn't fit all the way into the carrier. Arm band is out of the question (for me) it's just too big and heavy.

I really wish the cell carriers would figure out a way to let us have 2 different phones with the same phone number WITHOUT having to swap SIM cards. That way I could use my old Moto-X or pick up an old iPhone 4s just for running and the PLUS for all else. If T-MO UNCARRIER program figured that out all the others would shortly follow. There is no reason why they can't assign the same number to 2 phones. WORST CASE both phones will ring and/or receiver texts at the same time. I could live with that.

 

[viperGTS]

My only remorse was that I got a Plus hoping for no defects, only to find out I got one with a crappy display. I was really hoping I didn't have to go through Apple's lottery for a fourth time; I already had to go through it with my 4th gen iPod touch, iPhone 4s, and iPhone 5s....

 

[D.T.]

Well done lol

I almost added a "I wish it was a little bigger" but I figured that wouldn't be a good idea.

Hahaha, nice.

 

[mzengr]

I love the bigger size. I never thought I'd say it because I was once so against bigger iPhones. Almost a week and I pretty much have the hang of it now. My boss got the 6s and when I held it on Monday I said to her, " this thing is little." That was after only 3 days with my 6s+.

 

[orangezorki]

Was always in the 'must use one-handed' camp but got the 6S+ for the battery (which is great BTW).

Amazed how quickly you can get used to using both hands when you need - it's not even conscious most of the time. Feeling the balance of the phone and using it to twist your hand round to get to the corners becomes second nature. And when you must use just one hand, there is the double touch on the home button that brings the top of the screen down to the middle. Didn't quite get it at first, but if you touch the home button twice without clicking it, it works every time.