Should I get a 6+ right now.

[anthonymoody]

Depends on how likely you think you'll be to want the iPhone 7. If the answer is "very likely" then I'd get a 6+ now for sure, knowing you'll skip the 6S+ and then get a 7.

The "S" versions are always nice, but ultimately just evolutionary improvements to the prior model. I wouldn't wait for it at this point.

 

[sunking101]

Anyone would take a 6S over a 6, in much the same way that anyone would take a 7 over a 6S...and a 7S over a 7 etc.
If you absolutely need to buy a phone now and it must be an iPhone, then buy one. As the owner of a 6+, I would absolutely have kept my iPhone 5 for another 12 months had I realised how unfinished/rushed and low on RAM it was. iOS8 is also a buggy disgrace. However some deem them both to be awesome, so YMMV.

 

[iapplelove]

op get the plus i love mine!

 

[MacNut]

My iPhone 5S is not obsolete. Its 1.5 years old, too.

It is a piece of technology. it is old already.

 

[617aircav]

It is a piece of technology. it is old already.

Old does not equal obsolete.

 

[MacNut]

Old does not equal obsolete.

In the computer world it does. The upgrade cycles are a lot quicker than a car or TV.

 

[T5BRICK]

In the computer world it does. The upgrade cycles are a lot quicker than a car or TV.

By definition obsolete means "no longer produced or used; out of date."

I'd say that while the iPhone 5s may be a little out of date(some folks would argue that it was out of date when it was released), it is being produced and used by many. It isn't obsolete for most intents and purposes.

 

[MacNut]

By definition obsolete means "no longer produced or used; out of date."

I'd say that while the iPhone 5s may be a little out of date(some folks would argue that it was out of date when it was released), it is being produced and used by many. It isn't obsolete for most intents and purposes.

Once a new computer comes out with newer tech the previous model becomes obsolete and out of date. It doesn't mean that other device stops working just that is isn't worth as much anymore.

 

[T5BRICK]

Once a new computer comes out with newer tech the previous model becomes obsolete and out of date. It doesn't mean that other device stops working just that is isn't worth as much anymore.

Obsolete has nothing to do with value. The iPhone 5s may be a year old and of course it's worth less than it was when it was first introduced, but it isn't obsolete for most intents and purposes. It is still being manufactured, sold and used by many many people.

 

[MacNut]

Obsolete has nothing to do with value. The iPhone 5s may be a year old and of course it's worth less than it was when it was first introduced, but it isn't obsolete for most intents and purposes. It is still being manufactured, sold and used by many many people.

To be fair the 5/s were obsolete the day they were designed.

 

[T5BRICK]

To be fair the 5/s were obsolete the day they were designed.

some folks would argue that it was out of date when it was released

 

[MacNut]

Apple should of had normal size screens 3 years ago.

 

[T5BRICK]

Apple should of had normal size screens 3 years ago.

That doesn't mean it is obsolete, it just means that it doesn't meet your expectations.

 

[jamezr]

That doesn't mean it is obsolete, it just means that it doesn't meet your expectations.

no longer used because something newer exists : replaced by something newer

: no longer used by anyone

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/obsolete

 

[RoboWarriorSr]

I'm sorry, but $850 for a 64GB 6+ is overpriced for a phone. That's easily $200 more than many high end Android phones.

That's not an exact comparison, it's no different than saying Macs are overpriced compared to a windows counterpart. Whether or not its overpriced is matter of perspective and to many the price of their iOS device is justified by their purchase. Comparing to face values does not determine whether or not a product is overpriced.

 

[sunking101]

That's not an exact comparison, it's no different than saying Macs are overpriced compared to a windows counterpart. Whether or not its overpriced is matter of perspective and to many the price of their iOS device is justified by their purchase. Comparing to face values does not determine whether or not a product is overpriced.

It is overpriced though.☺️

 

[FieldingMellish]

Here's a similar thread with strangely duplicate responses.

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1844503/

 

[JohnKay]

I've had my 6 Plus for 2 weeks now. Coming from a 4S, its been a total game changer for me I cannot keep my hands off it!

 

[617aircav]

Obsolete is something that is no longer in general use. The Walkman is obsolete. The 5s is the furthest thing from obsolete.

 

[meistervu]

Once a new computer comes out with newer tech the previous model becomes obsolete and out of date. It doesn't mean that other device stops working just that is isn't worth as much anymore.

When in doubt, lookup the definition in a dictionary. "Obsolete" is a very common word and its use in technology is not different from other contexts.

 

[naimmkassim]

What makes everyone thing theres going to be 6+s? 5c did come out, but there were no 5cs production..

 

[heyyitssusan]

If you want it, get it. Do what makes you happy. The 6+ is an amazing phone.. there's a good 7-8 months left before the new release anyways.

 

[chibamac]

I like being in the S part of the cycle

hey internets,

I like being in the S part of the upgrade cycle and here's why.
Every fresh release brings a new form factor and possibly new problems. The S version often fixes the main problems / gripes people had with the first generation. More ram, better camera, some new features are also good reasons. Additionally, your going to have a tone of options for cases and peripherals available to you on day one. Not much to choose from on a fresh release model..

Happy with my 5s and looking forward to the 6s+ when it get's here.

Chibatastic

 

[Paradoxally]

Once a new computer comes out with newer tech the previous model becomes obsolete and out of date. It doesn't mean that other device stops working just that is isn't worth as much anymore.

Wrong. That is not what obsolete means. Obsolete means discontinued, end of support, end of life, no longer made and sold.

The iPhone 5, for example, is no longer sold, but it's not obsolete, because it still has updates from a software standpoint. Consequently, the iPhone 5S is not obsolete.

The iPhone 4 is obsolete.

Levels of obsolescence are:

- Outdated (sold, but a newer model exists, iPhone 5S, 5C)
- Discontinued (no longer sold, still has updates, iPhone 5)
- EOL (software-wise, no more updates, but still many people using it e.g. iPhone 4S)
- Obsolete (no longer sold, and no more updates, not many people using it; iPhone 4)

 

[ET iPhone Home]

You seem to be willing to wait, so why not wait for the "S". Your 5 should last through the end of the year.