Tried 6s Plus for a week...I give up!!!

[ZipZap]

so funny! i have a 6S, but had to go back to the 5S to do some updating/installing and damn, i miss that nice compact size. i mean, its a PHONE. i have a tablet for tablet based activities, like posting on here - but for phoning, maps, recording steps/workouts, etc etc, i prefer a smaller form factor.

Agree 100%. I have a rMB for on the go serious browsing.

 

[ZipZap]

Too each there own. I had the 6s and I am used to the size. Sticking with the 6s+. Battery life is much better. But I can see both sides of the argument.

Given that you can easily recharge these days, Battery life is not really a big deal.

 

[ZipZap]

It's all preference and trade off

you either pick

- big screen
- better battery
- image stabilization
- landscape home screen
- 1080 P

or

- easier handling.


for me I had to have the bigger screen. Things like browsing, netflix, reading, youtube, etc are not very enjoyable and almost unbearable to me on a smaller screen, I'd much rather just wait to get to my PC. The bigger screen actually makes it worthwhile to do these things which makes me fully utilize the smartphone regularly to its' full potential rather than just for calls and texts.

How about:

6s+

- big screen
- Longer battery life
- image stabilization
- 1080 P
- Not pocketable

6s

- Smaller screen allows for one handed use
- Great display
- Great battery life
- 720p that looks as good as 1080p for most users
- Pocketable

In my opinion, after a year with the 6+,. the plus's best feature is the bigger screen. None of the other items made any difference to me with my usage pattern.

When the plus has smaller bezels or there is an in between model I will probably size up.

 

[eddiehaskell]

We still have these threads? Since the 6 and 6 plus have been out for a year why are people still having this debate and posting about the fact they bought the wrong device, despite having a year to pop into stores and check them out?

I could understand these threads last year when people had to make a decision blind if they pre-ordered, but now?

Perhaps a small minority of iphone users are like me and don't keep up with what's new - we just want a reliable phone that works so well we can forget about it. I go in a Apple store perhaps 1-2 times per year - definitely not enough time to know what kind of phone I can live with long term. I held the plus a few times before buying it and despite it not being a natural fit in my hand I bought it anyway. I decided to do a little reading here and several people said after a few days you get used to it. That didn't happen for me.

 

[eddiehaskell]

Advice to the OP... Don't vent, just bring it back, no matter what anyone says here your hands aren't magically going to grow tomorrow. If the phone is too big for you it's too big. For us that use it it's a normal everyday thing for us. I have a case on mine, I have a bunch that I own actually, mostly TPU cases, and a few bumper cases with the matte frosted back. Adds hardly anything to the phone by the way.

I just can't imagine attempting one handed usage on the plus with a case...even if it's a slim case that only adds ~1/4" to the overall width. I often found myself trying to balance the bottom of the plus with my pinky...sorta painful at times.

 

[AppleFan360]

You would be a perfect candidate for an Apple Watch. You don't need to pull out your phone as much.

 

[eddiehaskell]

The telling OP comment is the 'Public event' one. I've had a plus for a year, and I can tell you mine has NEVER been even noticed by anyone. Everyone has these big phones now.

Actually, a small phone might get my attention

It feels like a puclic event to me because I felt like the big screen is sorta viewable by anyone near me (in line at a store or as the passenger in someone's car for example). It's almost impossible to keep the screen sorta tucked away in your hand while still being able to use it - like I said, I'd often have to balance the phone with my finger tips so that my thumb could have a decent range of motion.

 

[Abazigal]

We still have these threads? Since the 6 and 6 plus have been out for a year why are people still having this debate and posting about the fact they bought the wrong device, despite having a year to pop into stores and check them out?

I could understand these threads last year when people had to make a decision blind if they pre-ordered, but now?

Playing with a phone that is heavily chained to a table for a few minutes is different from actually owning one and having to live with it for 1-2 years. People won't get to walk around with the phone in their pocket to see if it is too obtrusive, and even if they could, this is something that can change over time (people can eventually get used to the added bulk in their pants pocket, or they never might).

The apps preloaded are fixed, so it may not be apparent how significant the larger screen may be for tasks like say, updating your blog with wordpress app, or editing a video with Vee, or some other crucial 3rd party app.

Then there are the hardware differences. The 6S+ has a higher PPI, promises longer battery life, sports OIS and comes with a custom landscape interface, which can make it a compelling buy. But only time will tell if these differences are worth the larger footprint over the 6S.

All I can say to the OP is to simply learn from your experiences and move on. Yes, so you got a phone which ended up not being as suitable as you thought it would be. We all have our horror stories of purchases gone wrong. Simply downsize if you want (or hang on a little longer to see if you can get used to it), rant a little here if you wish (we are all ears) and get on with your life.

 

[GoodGuy313]

Big phones take time to get used to. I go way back to the Note 2, which was my first phablet. Nowadays, the 6S+ feels natural on everything. I take the phone on morning walks/runs and have no problems. There comes a time when you just get used to it, now I can't find a reason to go back to the smaller size.

It is actually quite funny because I sold my 6 Plus in September 9th in advance for the 6S Plus and used one of those old AT&T GoPhones (very small). I found that it was extremely annoying to get it out of my pocket in the car. With the 6S+, it is basically out of the pocket. Perks.

 

[phillytim]

How about:

6s+

- big screen
- Longer battery life
- image stabilization
- 1080 P
- Not pocketable

6+

- Smaller screen allows for one handed use
- Great display
- Great battery life
- 720p that looks as good as 1080p for most users
- Pocketable

In my opinion, after a year with the 6+,. the plus's best feature is the bigger screen. None of the other items made any difference to me with my usage pattern.

When the plus has smaller bezels or there is an in between model I will probably size up.

Really great summation. But you may wish to edit your post to replace the "6+" with "6s". That's what you meant to type, right?

 

[eddiehaskell]

Now all that said, when the 6 and 6 Plus were announced last year, I was of the opinion that a 5" or 5.1" would have been the perfect screen size for the 6 and the 6 Plus should have been a true phablet at 5.7" similar to the Samsung Notes. At that point I would opt for the 5 or 5.1 but at 4.7 I felt like I didn't want the smaller screen, especially when it means giving up battery life and a few other features.

I too think 5.0" or so with thin bezels would be about the perfectly sized large iphone. No bigger! I could probably use a phone like that the same way I use a 4.7". If Apple's going 6+ sized, might as well find a way to fit a ~6" screen in there.

 

[bambooshots]

I too think 5.0" or so with thin bezels would be about the perfectly sized large iphone. No bigger! I could probably use a phone like that the same way I use a 4.7". If Apple's going 6+ sized, might as well find a way to fit a ~6" screen in there.

Plus make the phone a little bit thicker for more battery capacity and voila! A recipe for a phone a large portion of the population would like.

Except for large portions of the population here on MacRumors.

 

[eddiehaskell]

Agree 100%. I have a rMB for on the go serious browsing.

I'm the same way - laptop for serious browsing, research, movies. Heck, my go to position is laying down with the laptop on my stomach/chest area. For a phone it's laid back with one hand behind my head.

 

[ToddH]

Well come on people, also phones are big these days. I mean, look at the galaxy note 5 it's just the same size as the iPhone and people by it all the time so what's the problem? Do you have tiny hands? Do you like to strain your eyesight by looking at a smaller screen? I have the 6s plus and to be honest with you I could not even stand going to a smaller phone. The 6S is an improvement over the 5s but it's really not that much bigger so it still looks way too small for me. I think the 6S plus is the perfect size. I don't think that I would want to be any larger but it is excellent the way it is right now.

 

[phillytim]

I'm taking a deep breath and trying the 6S+ for my 14 days, now 7 days thanks to his holiness the Pope and delivery delays.

I'm still very much a believer that phones should be one-handed use devices. But I pre-ordered Plus mainly for the OIS camera, better PPI screen, and extended battery life (even though bigger screen takes away battery faster, Plus is still reported to have a couple xtra hours of use).

Lower battery life is a given, for a smaller device. And that's no issue for me, as I have worked around that just fine with my previous iPhones.

But I hate Apple for forcing us to compromise one-handedness for technological decisions. If the 6S (non-Plus) had the camera OIS, it would have been a no-brainer that would have been my perfect device. The non-Plus screen is still pretty great, even being lower PPI.

It's a shame that most apps do not take advantage of the Plus bigger screen. This is both the fault of developers (as many Apple apps take advantage of the landscape size of Plus) and Apple (iOS is just not flexible enough above having rows of pre-spaced app icons). It makes no sense to me that a little Twitter status update has to engulf the whole Plus screen, no different than on the non-Plus screen. And that alone makes the loss of one-handed use feel most painful.

I'm a flexible guy, and I love being blessed to afford the best of Apple every 2 years when I upgrade. So when I pre-ordered, I chose the Plus knowing these compromises, and figured that I'd adapt. I have a week left to find out if that's true.

 

[Sean76]

I just can't imagine attempting one handed usage on the plus with a case...even if it's a slim case that only adds ~1/4" to the overall width. I often found myself trying to balance the bottom of the plus with my pinky...sorta painful at times.

I would just write the plus of all together and pick up a 6s. You will be happier, especially since your not a phone nerd and dig to much into the stuff you are losing with the switch.

Someone pointed out a good piece of advice also in that you may want to check out the Apple Watch. I don't know if you paid full retail for the plus, but you will be saving a few bucks when you exchange for the trade off.

Ok not to get to far away from what this thread is about, but I use all 3...An iPhone 6s Plus, a 42mm S/S Apple Watch, and a Retina Mac Book Pro through out the day...lol, I'm very well connected and can get everything I need done on a slew of devices.

Here's my advice, get a 6S...pick up a Thin TPU based case at Apple (very thin and grippy, look nice also) and depending on your wrist size...check out either the 38mm or 42mm Apple Watch, they have a sport model which in a lot cheaper and comes in a slew of colors now as well. Honestly speaking, my watch saves me tons of juice on the battery life of my phone, and would probably help a lot in that department when going to the smaller 6s battery from the 6s plus.

Happy Hunting and good luck.

 

[eddiehaskell]

Plus make the phone a little bit thicker for more battery capacity and voila! A recipe for a phone a large portion of the population would like.

Except for large portions of the population here on MacRumors.

I'm thinking long term we will see a shift back toward premium, more compact phones that are easily tucked away for one handed use (or at least the option). Maybe not 3.5" small but probably somewhere between 3.5-4.7". Historically, phablets are still the new newness. For years and years millions upon millions of people used 3.5-4.5" smartphones and loved them. Even relatively recently Apple had by far the most popular phone despite only being 3.5-4". As far as saying one will get used to a huge phone...will their come a day when people are saying once you downsize you'll quickly get used to it?

 

[digitalcuriosity]

I have 2 iPads and 2 Samsung tablets , but as a phone to carry each day i like the smaller iPhone.
I know others like the bigger phones and this is why Apple and others make them.
Have a nice day or night with what ever size iPhone you bought.

 

[spinedoc77]

I could NEVER go back to a small phone, although sometimes when I wear jeans and sit in my car I do think about it as the plus grinds into my hip. The only thing I don't understand is why iOS has such a crappy one handed mode. I'm hoping against hope that Apple copies Samsungs one handed mode, which is pretty awesome and makes a phablet completely usable one handed.

The only thing that would pry me away from phablet would be foldable screens.

 

[psylence2k]

How about:

6s+

- big screen
- Longer battery life
- image stabilization
- 1080 P
- Not pocketable

6+

- Smaller screen allows for one handed use
- Great display
- Great battery life
- 720p that looks as good as 1080p for most users
- Pocketable

In my opinion, after a year with the 6+,. the plus's best feature is the bigger screen. None of the other items made any difference to me with my usage pattern.

When the plus has smaller bezels or there is an in between model I will probably size up.

Why would I mention "great display" and "great battery life" for the 6S if I'm talking about a comparison of advantages ?

If I'm just naming all the basic and general "good" features for both I might as well have a 40 point list for both or just copy and paste the entire spec sheet.

and the 6+/6S+ is pocketable, I carry it in my pocket every day. The resolution difference is something that's been commented on/recognized commonly, and one handed use and "pocketable" fall under the same category of "easier handling" on my list.

I know you have a preference/bias because you now have a 6S but I dont think your list should make it that blatant.

 

[DMaki650]

I never understand why people feel the need to share their personal anecdotal evidence on the Internet and then present it as fact. Everyone has different wants and need. That's why there's two different sizes.

I was gonna say the same thing but meaner. LOL I have the iPhone 6+ and decided this year to go with the 6S and love it. Everyone has their own wants and needs. Some people just don't find the 6S+ the jump off. And that's totes fine! ;-D

 

[scaredpoet]

I'm thinking long term we will see a shift back toward premium, more compact phones that are easily tucked away for one handed use (or at least the option).

Actually, I'm hoping long term that phone makers stop listening to a vocal minority and assume that's what everyone wants. Because a segment of the population is loudly complaining about a form factor not working for them, does NOT mean the entire user base demands it.

One size does not fit all, and what Apple is doing right now is probably the best approach: have two current sizes that people can choose from (three if you count the 5S), and exploiting the ability to add more features to the "premium" sizes. To go back to all-small phones is just as much a mistake as assuming everyone wants a big phone.

That said, my experience with the 6+ and 6S+ was the opposite of yours: while I did call it "embarrassingly big" when I first pulled it out of the box, I found out very quickly that I liked this form factor a lot more than the 5S. I have big hands. This was the first iPhone where I could comfortably thumb type (as opposed to the index-finger-peck I was forced to do before).

 

[eddiehaskell]

Well come on people, also phones are big these days. I mean, look at the galaxy note 5 it's just the same size as the iPhone and people by it all the time so what's the problem? Do you have tiny hands? Do you like to strain your eyesight by looking at a smaller screen? I have the 6s plus and to be honest with you I could not even stand going to a smaller phone. The 6S is an improvement over the 5s but it's really not that much bigger so it still looks way too small for me. I think the 6S plus is the perfect size. I don't think that I would want to be any larger but it is excellent the way it is right now.

Strain on eyesight? I think that line of reasoning is slightly overblown. For nearly a decade people have used iphones 4" or smaller. I think you'd have to have pretty poor vision if a 4.7" screen causes strain. Not long ago 4.7" was a rather large phone. It's not THAT much smaller than the very popular 5.0" models offered today.

 

[eddiehaskell]

That said, my experience with the 6+ and 6S+ was the opposite of yours: while I did call it "embarrassingly big" when I first pulled it out of the box, I found out very quickly that I liked this form factor a lot more than the 5S. I have big hands. This was the first iPhone where I could comfortably thumb type (as opposed to the index-finger-peck I was forced to do before).

Yeah, I have skinny fingers so thumb typing is my thing. I probably do 85%+ of my usage (typing and everything else) with just my right thumb...taking that away or making it annoying sucks big time. I do wish Apple wouldn't hold back features for those of us that prefer to use phones the way they've traditionally been used. OIS and 1080 don't make a difference to me, but having all the new features definitely made it harder to admit the phone's size didn't work for me. I really tried getting used to it and being part of the Plus love I see on here.

 

[markovchain]

To all who are indecided on a 6s Plus or 6s, Steve Jobs already made that up for us: the first 3.5" iPhone and the first 9.7" iPad.

When iPhone 6 is out, I feel Apple is either too concerned with Samsung competition or too greedy (read: maintain a huge profit margin with big screen).

I rather see them back to basic: a 128gb 5s with A9 2G RAM at $649 max