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Apple iPhone 6 [OT]
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The Elite
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Yeah, and generally I'd lean towards the same thing. Then I keep thinking I could be a one device guy and eliminate the iPad Mini from my rotation with a 6+. I'm not sure that would be any good for comics though.
In the end I'm probably better waiting a year and going with a 6S and keeping the rotation of my devices on two years.
I just need to get myself around the giant sphere of hype that is out there right now.
Was that because of the size or because of the availability? Just curious. I am having second thoughts on the Plus because of its size, but want the better battery.
Comics (and reading in general) are a big reason why I went with the Plus. Hoping that everything will look great when held vertically, but if not I have no problem reading comics on my 5 screen, horizontally. Scrolling pages doesn't bother me and I wind up pretty much just reading stuff on the phone instead of on my tablet.
Preordered an official black silicone case but might change that to a black leather one. If there's an iPhone 6 Power Support Air Jacket then I'm definitely gonna get one of those, I've got a black one for my iPhone 5 and it's great.
silentspork
Member
One device would be nice but the wife is getting an iPad next time they are refreshed, so in the end a 6+ would just be redundant.
That's it, ordering a 6. If I change my mind I can return it.
GamePnoy74
Member
Anyone interested or curious in cheap iPhone 6 cases (regular 4.7" inch screen only) check out Monoprice.
I ordered a bumper-styled version and a thin shatter-proof case to try out...at about $6-7 each I figured they're cheap enough to see if it's worth a try (or not).
Edit: anyone able to check their order status on apple.com? I was able to order a gold 128GB regular 6 at 1AM PST, got a confirmation e-mail for 9/19 delivery, but now can't check my order on the the Apple website. I'm wondering if my order is still valid...
I ordered a bumper-styled version and a thin shatter-proof case to try out...at about $6-7 each I figured they're cheap enough to see if it's worth a try (or not).
Edit: anyone able to check their order status on apple.com? I was able to order a gold 128GB regular 6 at 1AM PST, got a confirmation e-mail for 9/19 delivery, but now can't check my order on the the Apple website. I'm wondering if my order is still valid...
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Anyone manage to order from T-Mobile? Keep getting an error message at checkout.
AlphaTwo00
Member
Still can't believe I was up for 90 minutes at 3AM, and the first order I get a chance at is already a month behind.
Had exactly that.
I called the card company and they said the transaction was refused because they thought it could be fraudulent. They asked me to confirm that it was me that actually ordered the iPhone. They said cool, wait 5 minutes and try again. After that it was fine.
Man what a clusterfuck this was. Tried to order a silver 6+, ATTs website changed it to a 6 at the last moment but I was too tired to notice. Accidentally ordered it, and they allow no cancellations, there goes my upgrade. Then used my SO's upgrade to get the 6+. She wanted a gold 6, so I added a new line to get the gold contract less, and then I will either return (they allow returns but no cancellations) or scalp the silver 6 and cancel the new line as soon as possible. All this time their website kept dying on me so this took an hour. And I was super sleepy so my thought process was messed up.
The 6s arrive next Friday, the 6+ arrives in October
The 6s arrive next Friday, the 6+ arrives in October
Interfectum
Member
I ordered the black Incipio Stowaway case (case info). I have a version of that for my iphone 5 and I love it.
Mr. Wonderful
Member
Adaptive UI tools in Xcode 6 should make this easier to do.
My pal that went with the Plus runs two phones. Currently he has an iPhone 5 & Galaxy Note 2. He specifically likes the large screen, eyes not so great. He hates Android and has a vested interest in the Apple ecosystem. The 6 Plus will allow him to sell/move on his Note 2 and go back to running one phone.
You could always cancel it and go wait in line on the 19th, haha.So I got my confirmation email from AT&T after pre-ordering a few hours ago... my iPhone 6 Plus will ship within 21 to 28 days
infiniteloop
Member
So I got my confirmation email from AT&T after pre-ordering a few hours ago... my iPhone 6 Plus will ship within 21 to 28 days
yup me too, ordered around 3:30am
Interfectum
Member
So I got my confirmation email from AT&T after pre-ordering a few hours ago... my iPhone 6 Plus will ship within 21 to 28 days
Same, any chance that's a placeholder? I ordered it at 3:01am though I realize people get get it earlier.
Kabuki Quantum Lover
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Welcome to Kanuckistan.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Got the confirmation email from Verizon. Apple had to go and make it impossible to order directly from their app, so I had to go through Verizon. Arrival date is next Friday! $460 total though, oof.
It does still say pending for the shipping for me when I check order status, so maybe there is still some hope.
Interfectum
Member
It really was. There was no "for sure" way to order it and people were getting lucky finding ways to get it early so by the time everyone got their shit together the phones were backordered. Sucks but what can you do.
I got the same... it could be a placeholder. But I also ordered my wife a regular 6, and I already got a release day delivery confirmation email for her iPhone...
Valkyr Junkie
Member
Yeah I got in before 3:01AM, so I can't imagine that not being a placeholder unless stock was incredibly limited. The status is "Preparing to Ship" however, and just an hour ago they hit my CC for the full amount, which would be crazy if it's a month out.
AlphaTwo00
Member
Thanks Harper!
Ingueferroque
Banned
2x iPhone 6 (and 6+) w/128GB get. $1819 up-front, why not?
Don't you own the phone? Or do you mean trade-it-in if you are paying it off monthly?
Don't you own the phone? Or do you mean trade-it-in if you are paying it off monthly?
twozerotwo
Member
I'm an idiot. I should've just waited to order in the morning instead of trying last night.
This morning was so easy to order.
This morning was so easy to order.
They'll make way more money from reselling your used phone than they're losing with JUMP!
What is your expected delivery date?
My Nexus 5 is a 16GB right now and I've never had an issue with space
noomi
Member
I opted for Spigen Neo Hybrid Metal and Regular, I hate having the apple logo cutout like that. I'll end up returning one of them.
I'm at the slow ass checkout screen from My Tmo >_<
What if you don't use JUMP and just use it for the insurance? Win for us as we save $2
No, I'm just comparing insurance plans. Tmobile offers JUMP which is $10 per a month which includes insurance AND the ability to trade in your phone for a new one OR just premium handset protection for $12. I was just wondering why anyone would choose the $12 insurance when you can get the $10 one which is cheaper and allows you to get a new handset. You don't have to trade in your phone if you're on jump
Vigilant Walrus
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With the crazy level of fitness app in IOS8, and the GoPro slow mo capabillities of the video camera, I am wondering what type of case(s) I really need to protect the Iphone 6 Plus.
I had a wrist band for my 4s which was located on my bicep but I never found it useful. Biking, running, lifting weights, shadow boxing. None of these activties are very intuitive to use a control the phone.
The best I have found is simply to have a pair of ear plugs with controls in them. The best ones have dedicated volume, pre and forward and mute/pause buttons, but these are rare. With a 6 Plus you will really want to have a protective case. I can see it falling out of pockets in your shorts when training and such.
I've been using this for the last 3 since 4S came out;
It's been really good to me, also dabbling as a wallet.
The seam went up after 2 years, and I am now on my second one and this one is going up as well. It's a nice thing to have all your cards and phone and cash in one. Coins are in the pocket. The only thing I missed was more room for more plastic cards / social security / drivers licens / rebate /coupon cards and so on.
It's a really nice product for my Ipad and Macbook Pro as well. BookBook is the shit.
But I am just thinking that with 6S I might need something else. Something with good grip as I can try to 1-hand it on the go.
Life is more simple with a BookBook. I can leave the house with just this little book (people think its a bible) and my keys, and nothing else. It's really nice to be able to eliminate the wallet by combining phone and wallet into one. Another reason why Apple Pay sounds cool.
I had a wrist band for my 4s which was located on my bicep but I never found it useful. Biking, running, lifting weights, shadow boxing. None of these activties are very intuitive to use a control the phone.
The best I have found is simply to have a pair of ear plugs with controls in them. The best ones have dedicated volume, pre and forward and mute/pause buttons, but these are rare. With a 6 Plus you will really want to have a protective case. I can see it falling out of pockets in your shorts when training and such.
I've been using this for the last 3 since 4S came out;
It's been really good to me, also dabbling as a wallet.
The seam went up after 2 years, and I am now on my second one and this one is going up as well. It's a nice thing to have all your cards and phone and cash in one. Coins are in the pocket. The only thing I missed was more room for more plastic cards / social security / drivers licens / rebate /coupon cards and so on.
It's a really nice product for my Ipad and Macbook Pro as well. BookBook is the shit.
But I am just thinking that with 6S I might need something else. Something with good grip as I can try to 1-hand it on the go.
Life is more simple with a BookBook. I can leave the house with just this little book (people think its a bible) and my keys, and nothing else. It's really nice to be able to eliminate the wallet by combining phone and wallet into one. Another reason why Apple Pay sounds cool.
I'm not too familiar with the program, but I thought you had to trade in your phone.
Anyway, yeah, it seems you're saving two dollars and in the future an old phone, haha.
So I got my confirmation email from AT&T after pre-ordering a few hours ago... my iPhone 6 Plus will ship within 21 to 28 days
My email this morning says expected to arrive on or around the 19th. I did it with AT&T Premier since I have a discount from work, so I don't know if that's any different.
Interfectum
Member
I also use my phone for fitness and as a wallet. I've been using this case for my iphone 5 (i get compliments and questions about where to get it pretty much anytime I pull it out to use a CC):
http://www.incipio.com/cases/iphone...-5-stashback-credit-card-hard-shell-case.html
I will be using this case for my iphone 6 plus (preordered on amazon):
http://www.incipio.com/cases/iphone...case-with-integrated-stand-iphone-6-plus.html
Freedom = $1.05
Banned
just out of curiosity, i check the sprint preorder page. seems like you can't do a damn thing about it. i guess i'll check later today