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Apple iPhone 6 [OT]
- Thread starter OriginalThinking
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Same size screen, smaller phone, just get an LG G3 and thank me later folks.
Not sure why they didn't place the G3 in line with the 6 and 6+. I was definitely looking for a size comparison though. Pretty sure the G3 is a little taller and wider than the 6 but with a .8" bigger screen.
Lord Error
Insane For Sony
I can't believe they couldn't at least make it without such visible gaps. That looks like a magnet for hand grease and grime, and a nightmare to clean.WHY
THey did such an amazing job fitting the glass panels to the back of the iphone 5, this looks like a massive step back in fit and finish, regardless of aesthetics. Also, first iphone since 3GS with visible plastic parts, sigh
Sure it'll fit, but people will see that you have a bigass phone in your pocket. Whether that matters to the user or not is the question.
I took the case off my 4S for the first time since I got in in Feb 2012 yesterday and it is terribly slippery without it. I'll be getting a iPhone 6 case as soon as I get the phone.
It would be fine if it didnt have to be in my pants pocket. I wear slim formal pants and it just wouldn't work not to mention it would look kind of ridiculous.
twozerotwo
Member
A little off topic.
If I change my brothers line to a Verizon Edge line and get a 6, can I still switch phones with him?
Both our lines are on the same account and he's eligible for the switch to Verizon Edge and he says he's fine with upgrading and giving me the 6 and him re-activating he current phone.
If I change my brothers line to a Verizon Edge line and get a 6, can I still switch phones with him?
Both our lines are on the same account and he's eligible for the switch to Verizon Edge and he says he's fine with upgrading and giving me the 6 and him re-activating he current phone.
AngryChinchilla
Member
After cutting out the template, fixing it to cardboard, and shoving it in my pocket. I'm going with the 6+. It is actually smaller than I pictured in my head. If the screen is blurry, or the animations too choppy, I'll return it within the 30 days and get a 6. I did the same when the 5s came out and all of the compass/levels were off.
Yeah I'm having serious pocket anxiety with this 6+. I tend to wear slim pants and idk if I deal with a quarter of the phone sticking out.
TimFL
Member
So when do pre-orders start in Europe (Germany to be exact)? Midnight or 9am (Which would align with midnight pacific time?).
And how to make sure that I get my iPhone on launch day, I'm no fan of credit cards and I guess the normal bank payment will nullify all chances of receiving the iPhone day 1 (since it says that the order is only processed once the money is received, bank transfers can take quite a while). Is PayPal my best guess? I hope it works tomorrow because it sure as hell likes to give out on me when I depend on it (randomly blocks transactions due to fraud detection etc... it's fully verified and I've been using it for years though).
God this is going to be annoying tomorrow if the pre-orders start 9am here... that's when I have to check in at work (and my boss doesn't like it when I go on a shopping spree there).
And how to make sure that I get my iPhone on launch day, I'm no fan of credit cards and I guess the normal bank payment will nullify all chances of receiving the iPhone day 1 (since it says that the order is only processed once the money is received, bank transfers can take quite a while). Is PayPal my best guess? I hope it works tomorrow because it sure as hell likes to give out on me when I depend on it (randomly blocks transactions due to fraud detection etc... it's fully verified and I've been using it for years though).
God this is going to be annoying tomorrow if the pre-orders start 9am here... that's when I have to check in at work (and my boss doesn't like it when I go on a shopping spree there).
AlexMeloche
Member
I printed the paper mock-up just to see how big the 6+ would look in my hands (I'm buying the smaller model).
It's the size of my hand, a bit longer even ahah.
It's the size of my hand, a bit longer even ahah.
After reading the anandtech review, I'll pass. The display, ironically, is the worst part of the G3. It's hugely detrimental to battery life, comparatively dim in outdoor settings, over saturates colors, and extreme sharpening adds significant display artifacts.
Same size screen, smaller phone, just get an LG G3 and thank me later folks.
Maninthemirror
Banned
I am getting the 6+ and if I don't like it I will exchange for a 6 within 30 days.
CloakedPuppet
Member
I also decided to cut out the templates and, after doing so, the plus doesn't seem crazy big...uuuuuun-til I hold it up to my ear. Almost looks like I'm talking on my iPad mini!
Also, I really can't imagine carrying that plus around with me everywhere I go. I always have my 4 with me and find that it's pretty much indispensable like my wallet and keys. The 6 plus feels more like an accessory - it's just too big for everyday convenience - at least, for me.
Also, I really can't imagine carrying that plus around with me everywhere I go. I always have my 4 with me and find that it's pretty much indispensable like my wallet and keys. The 6 plus feels more like an accessory - it's just too big for everyday convenience - at least, for me.
Eyeshield1625
Member
Not sure about Europe but if I had to guess it would be 9am your time. I know it sucks that you have to work ,but I'm going to have to stay up till 3am in order to be able to preorder. Luckily I'll be able to play Destiny until then.
I would suggest looking at a demo unit at a store because the display doesn't look nearly as bad as that review implies. Battery life is also 5-6 hours of screen on time which is great.
nikos
Member
We don't know what stock is going to be like this year. Last year, it took months before the 5S was readily available. Apple is said to ship 80 million units by the end of the year though, so it might not be as bad.
Still, it would suck to be stuck with a phone you don't want because the one you want isn't available for an exchange.
TheOhrenberger.
Banned
That ugly backside is making me think of a switch to android. I could get myself a moto x with a leather back. That would be nice...
JackLongRod
Banned
How often do you look at the back of your phone ?
Got the Shakes
Member
Not sure where you are located but it's 14 days in the U.S. through Apple.
Maninthemirror
Banned
this is my situation right now (note i have unlimited data plan)
Final decision GAF: Contract renewal or NEXT
Final decision GAF: Contract renewal or NEXT
nikos
Member
30 days for phones, unless they changed it. Other items are 14 days.
Dreams-Visions
Member
see ya and good luck. it's a decent phone. I would have just recommended a case, but you know...gotta do what ya gotta do i guess.
serenewarfare
Banned
So is there a difference in shipping time if I order from the AT&T website as opposed to the Apple one? I'm dealing with Next and I'm unsure how the Apple site will handle it, but if there is a difference in when I'll receive the phone, then I'll just go through Apple.
Got the Shakes
Member
They changed it to 14 awhile ago I believe.
Can't you get more than $200 for your iPhone 5 though?
Yep. I waited in line for 6 hours last year and I am never doing that again. I will just take the $175 from Gazelle and pre order at home in 5 mins and be done with it.
TimFL
Member
I set an alarm for shortly after midnight just in case and then I'll check the store again once I get up at 5:50am for work. Going to f5 spam the Apple page at work then and order via iPhone hotspot / MacBook Air (don't want my company logging my banking credentials).
Doubt much. 32 gigs are going for $250-275 in my area right now on craigs. I hate dealing with craigslist though.
You can just trade it in later for a gift card and use it for your bill, that's what I did last year.
Maninthemirror
Banned
glyde.com
I believe most carriers and Apple give you 14 days.
Maninthemirror
Banned
My Calculation
so with my unlimited data and 2 devices and 700 minutes i have an average bill of 145
I pay $399 for the 6+ and $40 for the contract renewal.for $440 + 1740 = $2180 by next september
or
I pay $0 for the 6+ and $0 activation fee but $43 a month for 12 month of NEXT12 for 1740 + 516 =2256
So NEXT will cost me $100 more per year but I get a new Phone NEXT12 year.
If I go with NEXT18
2180 with contract renewal
or
$32 a month for 18 months of NEXT18 for 1740+576 = 2316 and I get a new Phone in 2 years
If you use the contract renewal for THIS purchase and NEXT purchase (2016)
It will be 2180+440 = 2600
so its almost as if, if I want a new phone every year, NEXT 12 is a better option than contract
If I get the NEXT 18 and wait 6 months I still save money by not paying for another contract renewal phone and activation fee in 2 years
What do you guys think
so with my unlimited data and 2 devices and 700 minutes i have an average bill of 145
I pay $399 for the 6+ and $40 for the contract renewal.for $440 + 1740 = $2180 by next september
or
I pay $0 for the 6+ and $0 activation fee but $43 a month for 12 month of NEXT12 for 1740 + 516 =2256
So NEXT will cost me $100 more per year but I get a new Phone NEXT12 year.
If I go with NEXT18
2180 with contract renewal
or
$32 a month for 18 months of NEXT18 for 1740+576 = 2316 and I get a new Phone in 2 years
If you use the contract renewal for THIS purchase and NEXT purchase (2016)
It will be 2180+440 = 2600
so its almost as if, if I want a new phone every year, NEXT 12 is a better option than contract
If I get the NEXT 18 and wait 6 months I still save money by not paying for another contract renewal phone and activation fee in 2 years
What do you guys think
Apple is giving 30 days.
this is my situation right now (note i have unlimited data plan)
Final decision GAF: Contract renewal or NEXT
I was debating between contract or Next (I have unlimited data).
With contract, my current bill is $50 a month. I will then have to pay a $40 upgrade fee and $399 out of pocket. However, my monthly bill stays the same.
With Next, my bill will become $87 a month until the phone is paid off. However, I do not get to keep the phone and sell it when going to upgrade. I basically pay full price for the phone then give it back to them. My bill itself never lowers back to $50 a month because I would want to get the "next best thing" and lease another phone.
Didn't know they changed it.
You keep the phone once you completely pay it off with Next. You only trade it in if you want a new phone after 12 or 18 months depending on the plan you choose.