massivekettle
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What are the stocks like in the stores at launch? Would it be possible to pick one up a few days after launch?
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Apple iPhone 6S |OT|
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LaserBuddha
Member
If I get to the Apple Store on 9/25 and I dont get approved for the Apple Upgrade Program, I'm going to have to buy the phone cash, arent I?
Hmm. The last 2 years I've been browsing GAF with my 512MB iPhone 4s and it never restarted.
Opening GIF threads is a bad idea, though.
Fabulous. Glad I waited for the S revision.
darkazcura
Member
So does anyone know if the iPhone Upgrade Program will require a hard pull on your credit report?
Haha same here !
secretanchitman
Member
Fuck yes, now I am keeping my pre-order. There was zero chance of me keeping this phone if it didn't have 2GB of RAM.
4? I can't even have 1 tab open, change to WhatsApp, and change back to Safari without the page reloading
The 6s is going to be glorious.
You were waiting for this confirmation.
RastaMentality
Banned
Their network's grown a lot in recent years. Maybe it'll be near AT&T's level by the end of the decade.
Does/Did anyone have an extended range LTE phone with T-Mobile? Did it actually help? I'm looking forward to it.
I dont think many (or any) reporters do stress tests at those things. And the iPhone 6 is pretty smooth. it reloads safari pages, yeah, but its smooth
It would have been interesting if someone ran a browser tab refresh test, loading up way more pages than can be done on the 6.
Yes. O happy day.
gimmmick
Member
Not sure about day after but the S line up usually has better supply then the whole number releases.
gimmmick
Member
Impressive yet disappointing there isn't anymore surprises .
That's good to hear. Now, I need to know what storage do I need.
Anyone have any pro-tips for trading in their iPhones 6? I've got a quote and ship label from Amazon, but I don't love how they want all the accessories (Gazelle doesn't ask for them, but Amazon gives more money).
I really don't have the time to deal with customer service of individual buyers listing on ebay/amazon, etc.
Advice?
I really don't have the time to deal with customer service of individual buyers listing on ebay/amazon, etc.
Advice?
I thought you can still get a contract for now. And there's also the payment plan.
diablos991
Can’t stump the diablos
It is definitely smoother scrolling in the Adblock plus browser.
I'd be very surprised if they don't do a hard pull since it's essentially a loan.
Sir Abacus
Member
It's much harder to tell this year because in store reservations featured heavily with the launch. I would not be surprised if there were no walk-in sales at all on launch day.
Keep in mind that Apple went to full memory compression in iOS 7 while Android's support for turning on Zram by default has been hit and miss between vendors.
The only option im seeing available for the 6s is full price. Even after selecting "upgrade device" ect
The Last Wizard
Member
I saw the option for a 2 year when purchasing.
This plus content blockers stopping all the shit loading on the page. Finally browsing on mobile wont be a pain.
James Sawyer Ford
Gold Member
SO glad I'm on the "S" cycle of revisions. They seem to have the more substantial updates, while the base revisions tend to mainly just overhaul the aesthetic design.
iPhone 5S -> iPhone 6 mostly just a larger screen and new form factor, integrates the touch sensor and does add ApplePay which was probably the biggest new feature. Still 1 GB of RAM, and the processor difference isn't really worth caring about between revisions at this point (IMO).
iPhone 6 - iPhone 6s -> 2GB of RAM for a smoother web browsing experience, biggest change to the way we interface with phones since Multi-Touch with Touch 3D (this is going to be a big improvement after you get used to it, I believe...and of course regular iOS updates will make it even better), and an improved touch sensor.
I figure the iPhone 7 will bring with it a new design, but will probably still have 2GB of RAM, same Touch 3D capabilities, etc. I'll be interested in seeing what's actually new and improved other than the camera or processor, but my guess is it won't be worth upgrading again until the 7S.
iPhone 5S -> iPhone 6 mostly just a larger screen and new form factor, integrates the touch sensor and does add ApplePay which was probably the biggest new feature. Still 1 GB of RAM, and the processor difference isn't really worth caring about between revisions at this point (IMO).
iPhone 6 - iPhone 6s -> 2GB of RAM for a smoother web browsing experience, biggest change to the way we interface with phones since Multi-Touch with Touch 3D (this is going to be a big improvement after you get used to it, I believe...and of course regular iOS updates will make it even better), and an improved touch sensor.
I figure the iPhone 7 will bring with it a new design, but will probably still have 2GB of RAM, same Touch 3D capabilities, etc. I'll be interested in seeing what's actually new and improved other than the camera or processor, but my guess is it won't be worth upgrading again until the 7S.
Are you upgrade eligible? It won't display a contract option if you aren't eligible.
Meus Renaissance
Member
I complained about the RAM on previous iPhones, but with the 5s and certainly iPhone 6, I've rarely noticed any problems.
What are people using their phones for? lol
What are people using their phones for? lol
James Sawyer Ford
Gold Member
The refreshing issue is annoying if you do a lot of multitasking.
People who have the iPad with 2GBs (vs. 1GB), did that resolve most of the refreshing issues?
layzie1989
Member
Anyone on the $30 tmo plan thinking of doing the Apple upgrade program? Seems to be the best way to do it. I'm not really in a position to be paying 750 upfront soon and my nexus 5 has hit its last legs.
The Last Wizard
Member
For the most part yea, I haven't noticed much refreshing. But page crashing if something is too intensive I assume.
jaydogg691
Member
I never knew how bad the ram situation was on iPhone until I got my 6 Plus. After using Android phones with 2+ gigs of ram and using my Air 2 for about a year, multitasking on the 6 Plus is non existent.
2GBs on a non 1080p screen will make the iOS experience much better. Good thing I went for the 6S.
2GBs on a non 1080p screen will make the iOS experience much better. Good thing I went for the 6S.
Nice to know the phones have 2GB of ram. Will be waiting for my 2yr contract to end on October 7 before I upgrade the the 6s+. Even if I ordered now, I'd be waiting for a month before I get mine through ATT Next.
The hand on/real world impressions and possible issues will be nice to know beforehand at least.
The hand on/real world impressions and possible issues will be nice to know beforehand at least.
Good Guy Gone Bad
Member
2GB of RAM
Thank god
Thank god
Between the 12 mp camera, 5 mp front camera, 2 gb of ram, and 3d touch this is a really solid update.
I feel like the s upgrades aren't the immediately noticeable ones since they tend to be physically the same but provide some of the best updates. Touch ID was a game changer on the 5s. I can't imagine using a phone without it.
I feel like the s upgrades aren't the immediately noticeable ones since they tend to be physically the same but provide some of the best updates. Touch ID was a game changer on the 5s. I can't imagine using a phone without it.
victreeb3l
Member
Wonder if its cheaper to do yearly upgrades with Apple's upgrade program or with Verizon. About to pay off my current iPhone 6 so I can explore other carriers if I find something good. Despite Verizon being expensive the service has worked for me flawlessly just about everywhere I've travelled. Conflicted.
I can’t imagine it being too laggy. I’ve been running the beta (and now 9.1) on the mini 2 and it runs ok. the 9.0 beta had some keyboard lag but seems ok on 9.1 now.
and the A8 6+ is faster than the mini 2 and is drawing fewer pixels.