Video Compares 5.5-Inch iPhone 6 Model to Samsung Galaxy Note 3

[Koolaid74]

I think yes, it matters. If the device has unncessary bezel space, it is going to be that more difficult to use it. Even for simple things like answering a call with one hand. The difference between having .5" to for a call button, and 1" is huge.

Fair enough. If that is the case, then I would think that you would want it to be less wide. Wider devices are more difficult to fit into pocket/purse than taller devices, I would think. I do think it's comical to use the "one hand" convenience reason for a phablet because there is no way you'd be able to use it with one hand in most cases, whether the bezel is .5" or .6". (I don't think the bezel size diff between different phone models is as drastic as .5" to 1.0")

Again, for a phone, I would think that a wider device is more detrimental to the portability/usability than the vertical height. No matter, I guess if one feels that 5.5" iPhone 6 being taller is not good and dismiss the fact that the Note 3 is a little wider, then people will go for the Note 3 instead. I highly doubt this. If you are already an iOS fan, this won't make someone choose the Note 3. If you are an Android fan, you will pick apart the fact that the 5.5" iPhone 6 is taller and somehow find reasons to criticize that it's not wide enough. Apple has chosen this screen aspect ratio and they are sticking with it for ease of app development. If this aspect ratio and its resulting phone size dimensions bother you, then don't buy it. End of story.

Personally, I don't care to use phablets. I am intrigue by the 4.7" iPhone 6.

 

[AdonisSMU]

IMHO, the 5 is small.

I'll say.. I need at least twice that many inches to be satisfied.

 

[Koolaid74]

Hmm, I know plenty of women with small hands that are very happy with their Galaxy S5's and Notes (some switched from using the iPhone 4). You don't have to be a geek to prefer a larger screen... just sayin.

Hint, they don't care if you can reach all corners with one hand. In fact, they carry the 'phablets' in their bags/purses... in that sense they're more likely to care less about a larger size then men who mostly pocket their phones.

This goes along with my point that at around the 5.5" screen size category, the bezel size is not going to make the difference between buying and not buying. Most people who want these extra large screens are going to be people who just want a large display for convenience of usage and don't care if two hands are needed as long as the screen is large and thus flashy/showy, most likely gadget geeks who like to show off their gadgets and/or women who carry purses. A regular joe would not be able to fit this into their denim/chino pocket. Which is why, imo, the nitpicking over which model is taller or wider is a moot point.

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I highly doubt Apple would simply make the bigger phone look the same as the smaller ones without considering the implications. I for one think minimizing the top part of the bezel would make great sense and could look great.

Unfortunately, I disagree about the first point. The bezel has not slimmed down at all for a very long time. Every rumor of the next iPhone, people generate mockups with almost no bezel, only for us to be disappointed that not only is the bezel still there, but still the same size. It's like people hoping for a complete design overhaul when we are looking at an "S cycle." I suppose it's human nature to hope.

Having said that, of course, minimizing the bezel on the sides as well as the top/bottom margins would be great in reducing the overall size of the phone while maximizing on the screen space. But nothing so far points to that happening, especially given that all of the leaked pictures/parts indicate that the front face of the iPhone 6 all point to it looking same as all of the iPhones since the iPhone 3G.

 

[swedefish]

I am not sure if this has already been discussed, but have there been any speculation or analyses as to why Apple aren't going for the ipad 4:3 aspect ratio on the bigger model? Surely ipad apps would look ok on a 5.5-5.7" display, no?

The 4.7 form factor looks great here. I'm becoming a fan.

 

[phuocsandiego]

Me. I'm back and forth on it, but I normally like the form factor of the iphone for what it is. I don't like to add bulk to it.

I don't like the bulk either but between damaging the phone vs the case or having a slick, naked device, I lean towards case 99.5% of the time. The 0.5% I've used my 4S without a case scares the bejesus out of me. I'm betting most people are more like me in that regard.

 

[fallenjt]

Those bezels need to go on a diet.

Did you say the same thing for 5s/5/4s/4/3s/3? Why all the sudden you complain about bezel?

 

[mib1800]

I don't like the bulk either but between damaging the phone vs the case or having a slick, naked device, I lean towards case 99.5% of the time. The 0.5% I've used my 4S without a case scares the bejesus out of me. I'm betting most people are more like me in that regard.

That's because you are conditioned by iphone which scream easy to scratch dent crack.

 

[ChrisTX]

i was pumped for the 5.5 but after seeing how big it actually might be with the bars .. i think 4.7 is better.

Seeing that it is taller than the Note 3 is quite shocking. The only way for Apple to remedy this is to remove touch id which will never happen. The 4.7" iPhone seems like the most feasible option at this point.

 

[Z400Racer37]

So, because YOU don't want it it shouldn't be made? Gotcha.

As explained in previous posts, it is an inefficient allocation of extremely scarce resources in their supply chain, and as a shareholder I care because it doesn't MAKE SENSE from the standpoint of running the business efficiently. K?

 

[zipa]

Only Apple knows if these rumors (design, size, etc.) are true!

No, all the other vendors, manufacturers and collaborators involved in the process know it too.

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As explained in previous posts, it is an inefficient allocation of extremely scarce resources in their supply chain, and as a shareholder I care because it doesn't MAKE SENSE from the standpoint of running the business efficiently. K?

It will be sold with a better margin as the base model, so as a shareholder you should be lubing up your ballsack and reaching for some tissues.

 

[Tech198]

look, no round buttons (1:38)

Congratulations Apple for finally moving to this...

What took ya. Android was already one up on this one.

 

[cocky jeremy]

As explained in previous posts, it is an inefficient allocation of extremely scarce resources in their supply chain, and as a shareholder I care because it doesn't MAKE SENSE from the standpoint of running the business efficiently. K?

How does it not make sense? They're going to sell a ******** of these things and make tons and tons of money.

 

[FelixDerKater]

That big, round home button is going to become a big, round hindrance in the future.

 

[macs4nw]

i was pumped for the 5.5 but after seeing how big it actually might be with the bars .. i think 4.7 is better.

Somehow I have a hard time believing the new iPhone(s) are going to look like these samples. I seriously hope these are decoys, meant to throw us off.

Also still hoping for significantly reduced side bezels.

 

[Bernard SG]

4.7" I have bought into.

5.5", I still can't buy into.

I'm in the opposite: I understand the 5.5" that is somewhat a different category than the historic iPhone (and it's not for me).
But I'm dismayed that, going forward, I will have to accommodate a bigger size device to upgrade my iPhone. Of course I'll wait to have a hands-on experience before making a final judgement; but right now, I'm thinking I will rock my current iPhone 5 until software updates make it really inconvenient to use.

 

[LouieTheLug]

No Rounded Edges... They SUCK..!!!

DISAPPOINTED IN APPLE..!!!

I do not like the rounded bezel edges like in the Iphone 3..3 G..3GS models. That phone ALWAYS slipped out of my hands...

I love the flat cut edges like in the 5 & 5S models....Why did they go backwards?

1) for balance
2) for looks, sharpness, really looks nice that way...5S
3) The feel in your hand feels better in the 5 & 5S models...

 

[Z400Racer37]

How does it not make sense? They're going to sell a ******** of these things and make tons and tons of money.

They're going to sell a ****** of those things anyways. Im sure there are people who would prefer a 4.8" screen because they find it slightly preferable for one reason or another, why don't they make one that size too? and why not 4.9" while we're at it? 4.8"-5.5" is a pretty big leap, why not split it down the middle and invest in/deploy a 5.1"-5.2" model? Hell why not make a custom size for everyone so everybody is happy? Because. Fragmentation creates inefficiencies in the supply chain, which would cause even worse supply constraints, waste human resources, and be a net detriment to their business. The lack of standardization also increases the chances that there are more mistakes and problems. the more standardized the more efficient they are, and the better it is for them. especially since that 5.5" is so huge, which would very much restrain the addressable market, particularly among women. It is more risky to do multiple models, and it makes the supply chain inefficient, as I explained before, and thats why it doesn't make sense. They'll just sell more 4.7" models than they otherwise would have if both models were available. Simple.

 

[cocky jeremy]

They're going to sell a ****** of those things anyways. Im sure there are people who would prefer a 4.8" screen because they find it slightly preferable for one reason or another, why don't they make one that size too? and why not 4.9" while we're at it? 4.8"-5.5" is a pretty big leap, why not split it down the middle and invest in/deploy a 5.1"-5.2" model? Hell why not make a custom size for everyone so everybody is happy? Because. Fragmentation creates inefficiencies in the supply chain, which would cause even worse supply constraints, waste human resources, and be a net detriment to their business. The lack of standardization also increases the chances that there are more mistakes and problems. the more standardized the more efficient they are, and the better it is for them. especially since that 5.5" is so huge, which would very much restrain the addressable market, particularly among women. It is more risky to do multiple models, and it makes the supply chain inefficient, as I explained before, and thats why it doesn't make sense. They'll just sell more 4.7" models than they otherwise would have if both models were available. Simple.

Apple knows what they're doing. Every year something is limited, and it ends up being just fine. Examples: No white iPhone 4 for months. iPad not getting the touch sensor. They know what they're doing. The saphire will catch up at some point, if not upfront. It isn't causing problems, it's giving choices.

DISAPPOINTED IN APPLE..!!!

That phone ALWAYS slipped out of my hands...
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Sounds like user error to me. Nothing wrong with the phones or the design, you're just clumsy.

 

[sixrom]

The 5.5" is obnoxious. I seriously hope its just a rumor...

I most certainly agree. It's as though Apple only has a mediocre designer on board.

However, no matter what it's final size is I'll buy one. The large display is just too useful to pass up. Spoiled by my stellar 5.7" Note 3, it seems like I've waited forever for Apple to cave in and admit their tiny demure displays just suck.

 

[janderson0719]

until you get bumped or slip and it drops, banging the crap out of the corner. sorry but nobody is impervious to accidents, they happen and are called accidents for a reason. my case has prevented replacement. necessary evil...just like seatbelts.

That's all fine with me. Never said I was impervious to accidents.

Clearly, it's just something you're more concerned with than I am.

 

[iamPro]

This goes along with my point that at around the 5.5" screen size category, the bezel size is not going to make the difference between buying and not buying. Most people who want these extra large screens are going to be people who just want a large display for convenience of usage and don't care if two hands are needed as long as the screen is large and thus flashy/showy, most likely gadget geeks who like to show off their gadgets and/or women who carry purses. A regular joe would not be able to fit this into their denim/chino pocket. Which is why, imo, the nitpicking over which model is taller or wider is a moot point.

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Why do u have to be a guy and a geek to want a large display for convenience of usage? And why is the convenience of a large display merely "flashy/showy"? Don't think most of the note3 and galaxy S5 users are geeks. I know a lot of blue collar men workers who use the Note (not geeks nor women). Also, I don't think android phone owners think they're being flashy or showy when most of the flagship phones are +5" anyways. Again I know plenty of non geeks guys that wear slim pants that have no problem with their 5.7" galaxy phone. The sheer number of larger phones being sold around the world tells something different.

And according to your logic, you have to be a women carrying a purse to want a larger phone, and if you're a guy you'd have to be a geek to want one?

Just saying, you shouldn't generalize those who want a larger phone, especially when many of those already with a larger phone do not fit your mold.

 

[7enderbender]

Hmm, I know plenty of women with small hands that are very happy with their Galaxy S5's and Notes (some switched from using the iPhone 4). You don't have to be a geek to prefer a larger screen... just sayin.

Hint, they don't care if you can reach all corners with one hand. In fact, they carry the 'phablets' in their bags/purses... in that sense they're more likely to care less about a larger size then men who mostly pocket their phones.

Oh, is that so? And how will they text and drive while drinking their latte macchiato? Hm?

 

[iamPro]

Oh, is that so? And how will they text and drive while drinking their latte macchiato? Hm?

I'm amazed they can do that with any phone of any size.
That's some serious skill

 

[7enderbender]

I'm amazed they can do that with any phone of any size.
That's some serious skill

While applying lipstick!

 

[dagamer34]

Yeah, that 5.5" looks huge for trying to fit in a pocket.

This may be a dumb question, but could one of the differentiators about the 5.5", other than size, be that it can run iPad apps?

I'm looking to buy my first iPhone this fall and I don't have an iPad. If I could get a iPhone that runs some apps that currently are iPad only, that may sway me to go with the bigger 5.5".

The distinction of iPhone vs iPad kind of goes away with size classes in iOS 8. Assuming apps are updated for it, we will probably see more iPad only apps move to the iPhone (or see more iPad-like UI in larger screen iPhones).