Everything You Need To Know About the iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus

As I said the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are very much alike, but do have some differences. Here is a run-down of the specifications of the device and the differences have been highlighted.

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iPhone 6

Processor: Apple A8, 1.4 GHz
Memory: 1GB
Storage: 16/64/128GB
Display: 4.7-inch Retina HD LED
Resolution: 1334 x 750 (326 ppi)
Camera’s: 1.2MP (front), 8MP Rear
Battery: 1810 mAh
Weight: 4.55 ounces
Footprint: 5.44 x 2.64-inches
Thickness: 0.27-inch (6.9 mm)

iPhone 6 Plus

Processor: Apple A8, 1.4 GHz
Memory: 1GB
Storage: 16/64/128GB
Display: 5.5-inch Retina HD LED
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (401 ppi)
Camera’s: 1.2MP (front), 8MP Rear
Battery: 2915 mAh
Weight: 4.07 ounces
Footprint: 6.22 x 3.06-inches
Thickness: 0.28-inch (7.1 mm)

Main Differences

So when comparing the differences between the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus the biggest thing that stands out is the size. The iPhone 6 Plus is larger and has a 5.5-inch display compared to the 4.7-inch display of the iPhone 6. Also that display has a higher resolution of 1920 x 1080 compared to 1334 x 750 of the iPhone 6. Being that the iPhone 6 Plus is larger it is also heaver at 6.07 ounces compared to 4.55 ounces of the iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 Plus also had an advantage with its camera, it has optical image stabilization thanks to a lens that can move up and down and side-to-side.

You will also notice the iPhone 6 Plus has a larger battery. Here is a breakdown of the battery life of both devices.

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Pricing

So looking at pricing for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus the models are prices $100 apart from each other. For the iPhone 6 the 16GB, 64GB and 128GB version the prices are $199, $299 and $399 respectively. For the iPhone 6 Plus the pricing on the 16GB, 64GB and 128GB versions are $299, $399 and $499 respectively. Of course these prices are with a 2-year contract from your wireless provider.

So will you be getting an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus?

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