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Other Smashed my 6s today. 8 or X now?

AndyR

AndyR

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Only a month after I replaced my 6s battery myself as it was basically unusable, I dropped my phone today and for the first time ever I smashed the screen! Pretty bummed but maybe time to replace after 3 years as it’s getting slow to use now even with be new battery, plus I’m sick of the 64gb space.

So replace with an 8 or and X now? I don’t like the plus size but the X seems ok, but the price (NZD$2000) is nearly 1/4 more again of the 8. I usually keep my phones for 3yrs plus anyway.
 
AndyR said:
Only a month after I replaced my 6s battery myself as it was basically unusable, I dropped my phone today and for the first time ever I smashed the screen! Pretty bummed but maybe time to replace after 3 years as it’s getting slow to use now even with be new battery, plus I’m sick of the 64gb space.

So replace with an 8 or and X now? I don’t like the plus size but the X seems ok, but the price (NZD$2000) is nearly 1/4 more again of the 8. I usually keep my phones for 3yrs plus anyway.
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I would say it depends what you’re comfortable with spending and have you personally handled the iPhone X yet? Do You have a preference with Face ID or touch ID? Both phones are great, it just depends what you’re comfortable with. But If you’re looking for a change, then I would suggest the iPhone X.
 
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AndyR said:
So replace with an 8 or and X now? I don’t like the plus size but the X seems ok, but the price (NZD$2000) is nearly 1/4 more again of the 8. I usually keep my phones for 3yrs plus anyway.
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I'd say get the 8, if you think it only "seems ok".

Also consider a used phone, to get you through till the fall?
 
Replacing the screen will be cheaper (Apple UK charges £156.44) and will mean you could then sell your 6S in September to subsidise a new iPhone
 
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The only complaint about the 8 is that it's design is "boring" (if that makes any difference). The complaints about the X for some people are a lot more significant. Eye strain from the display, Face ID worse than touch-ID, off axis color shift, the NOTCH. Now granted, lots of people love their X, but a significant number don't,-- or even worse, can't even look at it because of the screen flicker.

The safe bet is the 8 plus. The risky purchase is the X.
 
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Get the X-you’ll love it. If you keep your phones for 3 years, the increased cost spread over that time is negligible.

The complaints about the phone are largely overstated by a vocal minority. Do yourself a solid and check the X out in person before you dismiss it based on these criticisms. It’s currently the best phone out there and is worth the extra cost.
 
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Never ceases to bring a smile to my face when folks say the phone design is boring. My house phone hasn't changed it's design in over a decade yet still works exactly the same as the day I bought it. I did upgrade it though, replaced the batteries. LOL
Back on topic, I would go for another 6S but that's me, I use my phone 95+% to make phone calls and it works great for that. So if you want what you are used to, get the 8.
 
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Batteries aren't as great in those devices, unless you pick up a refurbished one... But who likes refurbished phones? (also the 6s won't be supported for much longer)
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And at that point, if I need whatever iOS is providing, I will upgrade. And my battery capacity is at 96% according to the 11.3 Battery health (beta). Not bad for an almost 2 year old phone.
 
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IMO the 8 is really not a significant enough upgrade over the 6s - if I were you I would go for the X assuming you're okay with the price.
 
If you do get the 8 you might wait til tomorrow they have a new product red with black screen. Looks great if I didn’t have my x I would definitely get one.
 
I always prefer Apple Specials (refurbished) units. Better quality and new parts.
 
If you liked how your 6S worked get the 8. If you want a new and modern user experience get the X.
 
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I also like the black front on the red phone much nicer and I’d go with another color other than space gray if they did same with the X next time.

To thread starter : if you don’t mind losing the home button and moving to a new UI then go for the X. Otherwise the 8 is your better choice.

I want to say that I personally felt I would not like not having a home button and the notch was a deal for me but after getting the X neither of them bother me and I wouldn’t go back to touchbID. That’s just me.

I like the OLED screen and edge to edge display more.
 
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The OP keeps their devices pretty long, so I don't think they are concerned about owning the latest and greatest. With that said, I would go with either a 7 or 8 depending on what your budget allows. Like others mentioned, you could save some cash by purchasing a device second hand too.
 
If you want a smaller phone with a better camera go with the x.

If you want a home button with a good camera then go with an 8.

Neither will change your life unless you need portrait mode then go with the x. Portrait mode will change your life.
 
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IowaLynn said:
I always prefer Apple Specials (refurbished) units. Better quality and new parts.
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With one-year warranty attached as well, with a new battery in most cases, a new display and casing. There isn’t a whole lot of money saved with Apple refurbished devices, but they are guaranteed, which can be equally important.
 
iPhone X, this will bring a radical change and still not shock your system with its size. I’ve had mine since launch day and absolutely love it.
 
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