When it comes to desirable tech, Apple tops the list every time, and with the release of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, the lust factor skyrocketed.
The 6 introduced a new iPhone design as well as a new, larger iPhone, namely the 6 Plus.
“iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are the biggest advancements in iPhone history,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “The iPhone is the most loved smartphone in the world with the highest customer satisfaction in the industry and we are making it much better in every way. Only Apple can combine the best hardware, software and services at this unprecedented level and we think customers are going to love it.”
Packed with innovative technology, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus include:
- the Apple-designed A8 chip with second generation 64-bit desktop-class architecture for blazing fast performance and power efficiency
- advanced iSight and FaceTime HD cameras
- ultrafast wireless technologies
- Apple Pay, an easier way to simply and securely make payments with just the touch of a finger.
“iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are the biggest advancements in iPhone history,” said Tim Cook
Both models include iOS 8, the latest version of the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, featuring a simpler, faster and more intuitive user experience with new Messages and Photos features, QuickType keyboard, a new Health app, Family Sharing and iCloud Drive.
Take a look at our comparison between the iPhone 6 VS the iPhone 6 Plus
| iPhone 6 | iPhone 6 Plus | |
| Cost | Starting from R9399 | Starting from R11 199 |
| Capacity |
16GB 64GB |
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| Display |
Retina HD display |
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| Size and Weight | Height : 5.44 inches (138.1 mm) Width : 2.64 inches (67.0 mm) Depth : 0.27 inch (6.9 mm) Weight : 4.55 ounces (129 grams) |
Height : 6.22 inches (158.1 mm) Width : 3.06 inches (77.8 mm) Depth : 0.28 inch (7.1 mm) Weight : 6.07 ounces (172 grams) |
| Chip | A8 chip with 64‑bit architecture
M8 motion coprocessor |
A8 chip with 64‑bit architecture
M8 motion coprocessor |
| Cellular and Wireless | GSM/EDGE UMTS/HSPA+ DC-HSDPA CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B (CDMA models only) LTE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi‑Fi Bluetooth 4.2 GPS and GLONASS VoLTE NFC Wi-Fi calling |
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| Touch ID | Fingerprint sensor built into the Home button | |
| Apple Pay | Pay with your iPhone using Touch ID in stores and within apps Receive and redeem rewards using rewards cards |
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| iSight Camera |
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| Video Recording |
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| FaceTime Camera |
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| Video Calling |
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| Audio Calling |
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| Siri |
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| Power and Battery |
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| Headphones | Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic Storage and travel case |
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| SIM Card | Nano-SIM iPhone 6 / 6 Plus is not compatible with existing micro-SIM cards |
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| Connector | Lightning | |
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