iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Photos and First Impressions

[MinEderPlayz]

damn the black stripes make it look like an old iphone. Scratches are going to show up easily. Don't you guys use your heads when choosing a color?

Not sure if trolling or serious...

If you are serious indeed, congratulations on being just another immature MacRumors user who actually gets rude because of a phone COLOR choice... You just got an award... Least Mature Person of the Week...

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I have been using my 4.7" six naked for a couple of weeks. The first week completely naked the last few days with a Skinomi on the back. Same difference though. Deffinately the only way to go. Either way it is a joy to handle. I've had no problems.

iPhone 6 was available for purchase on Sept 19, which is 1 week and 6 days ago. How exactly did you have it for a couple of weeks?
Just kidding, glad you enjoy your iPhone.

 

[ipedro]

I'm borderline an Apple fanboy but I can't justify switching in my iPhone 5 yet — in Canada.

- I got a brand new iPhone 5 at the end of my 2 year AppleCare warranty.
- iOS 8 works perfectly on the iPhone 5. No lagging or any slowness in practical use. Other than games, can the A8 chip be used to its potential?
- TouchID in the 5S wasn't enough of a motivation for unlocking or password to justify a new iPhone purchase. It makes sense for high security applications like Apple Pay though.
- NFC payments would have sold me on the iPhone 6 but ApplePay isn't available in Canada.
- The iPhone 6 screen size is attractive but both phones are not only larger, but also heavier than the iPhone 5. Less portability kills the screen size advantage for me.

Have we reached a point where speed on iPhones are more than sufficient for most popular applications? An A8 chip isn't in practical terms much better than an A6 unless you're playing processor heavy games.

There's only one thing that would sell me on a bigger iPhone. If it would be my "most of the time phone" but when I really need portability, I'd have another device. Which brings me to the Apple Watch.

Although I've been waiting for a product like the Apple Watch for years, I'm going to pass on the 1st edition. By Christmas 2015, an update will be out —which if the iPad 1 to iPad 2 leap is any indication will be a substantial improvement, probably having at least a 3G chip for basic Siri/iCloud/iMessage applications without your iPhone nearby.

I think I'll wait until the iPhone 6s hoping for ApplePay in Canada by then and likely sapphire screens and better battery and the second AppleWatch will allow me to leave the big iPhone at home for running, going out where I don't want a huge phone in my pocket.

 

[ron7624]

After 2 trips to an apple store, I finally decided on the plus. Initially I thought it was too big but for someone who carries the mini and the 5s with them every place they go...this may be the answer. I'm viewing the plus as my mini mini.

I carry an rMini everywhere. The iPad apps are worth keeping the dual setup for me. How do you like the 6+ over the mini so far?

 

[macfoxpro]

Love it

 

[ipedro]

Apple entered the large screen phone market before the Apple Watch could allow it to make sense.

An Apple Watch that you could use for iMessages and Siri without an iPhone tether would allow the iPhone 6 Plus to be the phone you carry with you almost all the time but leave home for times when it's not practical to carry.

Right now, I'll stick to the smallest iPhone I can carry with me until the Apple Watch lets me leave the phone at home for running, going out at night or when I don't want to carry a large phone with me.

 

[youngmac]

Got 6 plus 64gb space gray. I love the bigger screen, battery life, better speakers than my 5S, the camera and hoppefully the 6 plus will have the best iphone apps due the screen size. I think it is the biggest upgrade i done since going from Iphone 3GS to 4.

 

[iHeartsteve]

I carry an rMini everywhere. The iPad apps are worth keeping the dual setup for me. How do you like the 6+ over the mini so far?

Still deciding....third trip to the apple store. I hope they don't ban me. lol. The 6+ slipped out of my hands twice now. Luckily it just fell on the table so no external damage to the phone model. I'm thinking this may be a sign now so I'm back to the 6. I have really small hands or am just clumsy I may have to carry the mini and a phone. Nothing can replace my mini but I was hoping I could carry one device in my purse when out, instead of 2.

 

[leesam]

6 silver and brown leather case. Whadya guys think?

 

[Woodcrest64]

I'm borderline an Apple fanboy but I can't justify switching in my iPhone 5 yet — in Canada.

- I got a brand new iPhone 5 at the end of my 2 year AppleCare warranty.
- iOS 8 works perfectly on the iPhone 5. No lagging or any slowness in practical use. Other than games, can the A8 chip be used to its potential?
- TouchID in the 5S wasn't enough of a motivation for unlocking or password to justify a new iPhone purchase. It makes sense for high security applications like Apple Pay though.
- NFC payments would have sold me on the iPhone 6 but ApplePay isn't available in Canada.
- The iPhone 6 screen size is attractive but both phones are not only larger, but also heavier than the iPhone 5. Less portability kills the screen size advantage for me.

Have we reached a point where speed on iPhones are more than sufficient for most popular applications? An A8 chip isn't in practical terms much better than an A6 unless you're playing processor heavy games.

There's only one thing that would sell me on a bigger iPhone. If it would be my "most of the time phone" but when I really need portability, I'd have another device. Which brings me to the Apple Watch.

Although I've been waiting for a product like the Apple Watch for years, I'm going to pass on the 1st edition. By Christmas 2015, an update will be out —which if the iPad 1 to iPad 2 leap is any indication will be a substantial improvement, probably having at least a 3G chip for basic Siri/iCloud/iMessage applications without your iPhone nearby.

I think I'll wait until the iPhone 6s hoping for ApplePay in Canada by then and likely sapphire screens and better battery and the second AppleWatch will allow me to leave the big iPhone at home for running, going out where I don't want a huge phone in my pocket.

My wife is still on the iPhone 5 and loves it. The iphone 6 only has a 25% cpu speed bump from the iPhone 5s and still has 1gb of ram like the iPhone 5 which still runs iOS 8 quite well as you mentioned. The only benefits to the iPhone 6 for me are the larger screen size and Apple Pay. However like you mentioned it isn't being used here in Canada yet and probably will take a year or two to pick up adoption.

I think waiting until next year is going to be worth the wait for the iPhone 6s.

 

[JonMPLS]

6 silver and brown leather case. Whadya guys think?

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Looks great! (But I cringe a little when I see a new phone face down on a stone walkway )

 

[leesam]

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Photos and First Impressions

Looks great! (But I cringe a little when I see a new phone face down on a stone walkway )

Lol just realized how that would look scary to someone. Trust me i was very gentle.

 

[saab9573]

6 silver and brown leather case. Whadya guys think?

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OMG screen facing rough stone steps?

 

[ApplePie22]

I'm really regretting getting the plus, my wife has a 6 and it is just so much more comfortable. i can control the entire phone with one hand with my pinky at the bottom for support. with the plus, i have to hold it like a beer can and still struggle reach everything. the double tap feature is neat, but another step...not sure what to do...

 

[Starfyre]

I never had a case before and I went for the leather. It feels really nice.

The leather case enhances the feel and it looks luxurious too.

 

[dof250]

I'm really regretting getting the plus, my wife has a 6 and it is just so much more comfortable. i can control the entire phone with one hand with my pinky at the bottom for support. with the plus, i have to hold it like a beer can and still struggle reach everything. the double tap feature is neat, but another step...not sure what to do...

I had the same issue as you had. I've bought the plus and loved it, but it was just too big. I traded it for a iPhone 6 and couldn't be more happy! This (for me personal) is the perfect phone! The 6plus has a great display and is a great phone, but i just use it too much one handed...

 

[jakesaunders27]

Love it

I thumbed up that post just because of your signature! Love it!

 

[marlman]

My UK experience with my iPhone 6

As an avid reader of these forums I thought I would give my thoughts on my UK experience with my iPhone 6

I was undecided right up until I clicked the button to order whether to go for the 6 or the 6+ but finally decided on the iPhone 6 64gb Space Grey with an Apple Black Leather case.

I am on O2 sim only contract paying £16 per month.

I have now had it since day 1 and I LOVE IT.

For me its the perfect size fits my pockets and my hand perfectly, it is also perfect in condition no marks dead pixels etc so no problems there either.

It is lightning fast loading apps surfing etc much quicker than any of my friends phones.

My WiFi is better than my previous 5s connects everywhere instantly and no drop outs.

My area does not have 4G so cannot comment on that but 3G connectivity is 100% better than my 5s.

Bluetooth works seamlessly with my Ford Fiesta, calls and music working without any problems.

So except for a few annoyances with iOS 8 which is the same for everyone I am more than happy with it and I will be keeping it for two years until the iPhone 7!

 

[mjdart]

Couple of first impressions: BENDING, OK into 6 days carrying my new 6 Plus in my tight jeans front pocket, riding bike, working in a power plant, climbing lots of stairs, riding my lawn tractor, climbing in and out of my SUV, etc. Every time I feel a bind due to the position of the phone in my pocket and I do mean a bind that is putting potential bending stress on the phone, I reach down onto the outside of my pocket and shift the phones position to one side or the other to remove it from the binding forces.

Guess what the 6 Plus is still perfectly flat every time I lay it on a smooth surface to check it. If you wear Dockers type slacks you will not bend this phone unless you fall on it.

On another subject BATTERY, I haven't read much, but the battery life is awesome for me. My Samsung S4 Active would be constantly trying to connect to one of our protected WIFI networks at work and also trying to find GPS in some places where the power plant magnetic fields and heavy metal structures make it impossible to get a signal. The S4 phone battery would be dead in a few hours, this new iPhone sees it can't connect and doesn't try anymore (I guess) and the battery lasts to > 70% all day here with normal use, love it.

 

[Kurios2]

Going from a 4 to 6.47" is unbelievable. They left 4 out of the ISO 8 and my 2 year agreement with Verizon was up. I ordered it online last week and received it in 6 days. At first I was going to purchase 6+ at the Verizon store, but it is huge and silly looking when you make or take calls.

cnet.com is on my TV through Roku and I watched them playing with the two 6 iphones. There were several reviews on both and that helped in my decision.

The iphone 6 is absoutly beautiful and so fast. I've run it through the mill and not one problem was encountered. Kept the turtle 4 to play with.

 

[respectabilia]

I purchased my iphone 6 plus 2 days ago. I pre ordered the iphone 6 and used that for about a week but wasn't really happy with the battery life. I wasn't sure if I wanted the big screen of the plus. I decided to try out the plus and I love it. If your contemplating going from a 6 to a 6 plus I recomend doing it. You'll get used to the screen size. It's such a joy to type on! And absolutely beautiful.

Exactly where I'm at, battery life on my current 6 is just holding me back from keeping it. I've got a 6 plus in order a shopping my experience turns out positively like yours.

How do you get by with normal things like:
- using it lying down
- squatting on the floor
- using it while drinking tea or coffee with one hand

 

[BvizioN]

I wonder how much battery life are people who complain about iP6 battery life getting from it? On my iPhone 6 it is the best battery life on any smartphone I have had me thinks. And I am fine with charging my phone every evening after moderate to heavy daily usage.

 

[cocky jeremy]

I'm borderline an Apple fanboy but I can't justify switching in my iPhone 5 yet — in Canada.

- I got a brand new iPhone 5 at the end of my 2 year AppleCare warranty.
- iOS 8 works perfectly on the iPhone 5. No lagging or any slowness in practical use. Other than games, can the A8 chip be used to its potential?
- TouchID in the 5S wasn't enough of a motivation for unlocking or password to justify a new iPhone purchase. It makes sense for high security applications like Apple Pay though.
- NFC payments would have sold me on the iPhone 6 but ApplePay isn't available in Canada.
- The iPhone 6 screen size is attractive but both phones are not only larger, but also heavier than the iPhone 5. Less portability kills the screen size advantage for me.

Have we reached a point where speed on iPhones are more than sufficient for most popular applications? An A8 chip isn't in practical terms much better than an A6 unless you're playing processor heavy games.

There's only one thing that would sell me on a bigger iPhone. If it would be my "most of the time phone" but when I really need portability, I'd have another device. Which brings me to the Apple Watch.

Although I've been waiting for a product like the Apple Watch for years, I'm going to pass on the 1st edition. By Christmas 2015, an update will be out —which if the iPad 1 to iPad 2 leap is any indication will be a substantial improvement, probably having at least a 3G chip for basic Siri/iCloud/iMessage applications without your iPhone nearby.

I think I'll wait until the iPhone 6s hoping for ApplePay in Canada by then and likely sapphire screens and better battery and the second AppleWatch will allow me to leave the big iPhone at home for running, going out where I don't want a huge phone in my pocket.

Less portability? You guys act like it's a 7 lb brick. lol.

 

[Kurios2]

I wonder how much battery life are people who complain about iP6 battery life getting from it? On my iPhone 6 it is the best battery life on any smartphone I have had me thinks. And I am fine with charging my phone every evening after moderate to heavy daily usage.

It always puzzles me about battery life with so many complaints on here. My iPhone 4 was used heavily for over 2 years and I still have no problems.

With my iPhone 6, there's no problem with the battery. If bloggers waited a week before posting, they might find that the battery is fine.

I always wonder why there are so many complaints about the iPhone. I do agree that they are real, so I guess it's the invisible rabbit's foot that follows me. Good luck posters!

 

[respectabilia]

I wonder how much battery life are people who complain about iP6 battery life getting from it? On my iPhone 6 it is the best battery life on any smartphone I have had me thinks. And I am fine with charging my phone every evening after moderate to heavy daily usage.

It always puzzles me about battery life with so many complaints on here. My iPhone 4 was used heavily for over 2 years and I still have no problems.



With my iPhone 6, there's no problem with the battery. If bloggers waited a week before posting, they might find that the battery is fine.



I always wonder why there are so many complaints about the iPhone. I do agree that they are real, so I guess it's the invisible rabbit's foot that follows me. Good luck posters!

Battery usage is relative to each person's demands. I can't get more than seven hours or so out of my current iPhone six. That's not enough for my power user needs. Hence, the consideration for the plus.

 

[sheldomacrumors]

Battery usage is relative to each person's demands. I can't get more than seven hours or so out of my current iPhone six. That's not enough for my power user needs. Hence, the consideration for the plus.

I am a heavy user however my 6 battery life is better than any other iPhone I have used (had them all) for eg I did not charge my phone last night went to sleep with 100% and only 30 minutes ago after using the device all day has it completely shut off. I do power cycles on a regular basis so that may have something to do with it?

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6 silver and brown leather case. Whadya guys think?

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Looks fanstastic however I did cringe slightly with the image of your iPhone face down on what appears to be slate tiles �� ��