X Plus you say? That’ll be $1200 for the 64GB model please. Thank you bye bye.
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What do you mean? Some of us, like myself, haven't tried a plus model and are curious.
I think it is a interesting thing too. I have made the switch at least 5 times now between those form factors, but I am always coming back to this forum for other’s perspective...even though I know exactly all the differences. I think there is some deep rooted psychological issues with phones addicts like myself
. Kidding of course, but it is interesting for sure.
I’ve only had the 6S+ since the iPhone 6 to 8. I don’t really know how the 4.7” is to live with. I haven’t handeled a regular iPhone for more than 5 minutes straight. Coming from a Note 3, I’ve really gotten used to the big form factor but would enjoy a smaller footprint. iPhone X is high at my wish list, but it’s probably gonna stay on that list until next year when my 6S+ starts to feel dated and due for an upgrade.I think it is a interesting thing too. I have made the switch at least 5 times now between those form factors, but I am always coming back to this forum for other’s perspective...even though I know exactly all the differences. I think there is some deep rooted psychological issues with phones addicts like myself
As always, there seems to be mixed opinions about 'regular' versus 'Plus'. I am still using my original 5S. Although I would appreciate the bigger screen for web browsing, when I have held the 'Plus' phones in store, they have just seemed too big for my liking (I am only 5ft 2" in height & have small hands!). Really hoping that iPhone X (which I plan to buy), will be the 'Goldilocks' phone!
Yes that’s my only qualm about downsizing was the extra camera features. I loved having depth effect however I’m sure there’s an app for
haha. I went with the gold color which is very pretty and elegant looking however I loved all of the color options this year. I loved the white looking back of the silver and the grayish looking back of the space gray.
Well of course because even after 4 years not everyone has had a plus. My 7 was the first plus I’ve had therefore this is my first time downsizing. Circumstances change often and are based on personal experiences which I felt I wanted to discuss as well as a few others so feel free to remove yourself from the discussion
.It's cool, call it however you like, I was just making a small comment. Nothing too serious.
Yes I didn’t take it in a negative way at all. Thanks for the clarification actually as I can see how that could’ve caused some confusion to others!
They both offer retina displays however the plus has a higher screen resolution than the regular sized phone. I don’t notice the difference that much if I’m being honest unless, like I mentioned previously, I look really closely at my phone for the pixels. But when I’m looking at my phone just regularly both of the screens look great to me. I don’t have the clearest vision so I’m sure that has something to do with it as well haha.
Couldn’t agree more. I remember vividly how much I hated how big the plus was for me at times and what a hard time I had using my phone at times which is why I chose to downsize. I am on day 2 of my 8 and I find myself missing the bigger screen but I am much more comfortable holding and carrying my phone now. I have super small hands and wrists so it was a lot more of a hassle for me. Apple told me I have 14 days if I decide I do want to go back to the plus but at this point I don’t think I’ll be taking them up on that offer.
i just tried the new way to type on the keyboard on the right or left side of the screen on my (regular 7) i havent taken advantage of that feature yet. I don't really need to do that on the reg 7 but i may go later and try it on the 8 plus. That could be a huge determinant for me on the 8+!
Yes that will definitely make it easier for people to use their pluses and I think that was a great feature for Apple to add! I personally just still think the phone is too wide for me to hold on a day to day basis. I think I said to myself at least once a day I can’t wait for my upgrade so I can have a smaller phone again
for that reason alone I feel like going back to the plus would be silly on my part hahaTo me the plus seems the normal sizes iPhone after almost two years of using the 6S+. But I still remember the adjustment coming from the regular 6. The one thing I don’t like about the Plus is the weight & the further additional weight of the 8+ is one of the reasons I’ve held off getting one so far. But I can’t imagine going back to the regular 8 as it would just feel too small.
Just coming up on a year with the 7 Plus myself - seriously considering going back to the 4.7 size. Screen size + battery is amazing, but I can't comfortably go about my day with this monster phone! Sticks out of my work pants, shorts, etc. Can't comfortably run with it.
I have a family member I can pass this down to, and I need to decide if I'm going to replace with the new 8 or grab a discounted 7. Seeing more spec/performance comparisons between the plus models. I imagine either will serve me well, just tempted by the newness of the 8.
I have a family member I can pass this down to, and I need to decide if I'm going to replace with the new 8 or grab a discounted 7. Seeing more spec/performance comparisons between the plus models. I imagine either will serve me well, just tempted by the newness of the 8.
I changed my usage pattern.
- when I had my 6s+ I used it all the time as a primary web browser even at home on the sofa. Felt like maybe I could sell my iPad. But it was too heavy and bulky when I got a new job that meant walking a lot more each day.
- switching down to the 6s I changed to use it more for checking on things during the day (which is fine as I’m out and about), and using my iPad as soon as I get home for the larger screen.
I think I’m settled on this approach now. Iphone for portability, iPad when I need more screen size
- when I had my 6s+ I used it all the time as a primary web browser even at home on the sofa. Felt like maybe I could sell my iPad. But it was too heavy and bulky when I got a new job that meant walking a lot more each day.
- switching down to the 6s I changed to use it more for checking on things during the day (which is fine as I’m out and about), and using my iPad as soon as I get home for the larger screen.
I think I’m settled on this approach now. Iphone for portability, iPad when I need more screen size
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I went from 6+ to 6
Haven’t changed since. I want the 8+ strictlyfor the camera but I don’t want a phone that big. The size of the 6/7 is the perfect size in hand
Haven’t changed since. I want the 8+ strictlyfor the camera but I don’t want a phone that big. The size of the 6/7 is the perfect size in hand
I think that I just need to become content with what I have. I find that I stress over size and specs so much that when I’m done stressing I want the next device then the stress starts again.