MANILA, Philippines - September of last year has once again become monumental for Apple fanatics with the launch of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. As it has always been, the launch of Apple’s latest iPhones became a worldwide phenomenon: from the keynote message of Apple CEO Tim Cook streamed across the world’s top websites, to thousands of people lining up for hours to get their hands on the much-coveted devices, to hundreds of tech blogs talking about the specs and features – collectively making it the top trending topic in the digital and social world for weeks.
The two new Apple devices are quite overwhelming for tech geeks and gadget aficionados alike, so we're giving you the chance to know which one better suits your needs and digital lifestyle.
Answer the following questions and find out which new iPhone is meant for you:
1. What kind of photos do you mostly take with your phone?
a. Moving photos
b. Still photos
2. How often do you use you phone’s camera?
a. All the time. I take selfies and stills and post them on my social media accounts.
b. Not too often
3. How often do you watch videos on your phone?
a. Most of the time
b. Every once in a while
4. How often do you play games on your phone?
a. Most of the time
b. Every once in a while
5. Where do you usually keep your phone while on the go?
a. I put my gadgets in a bag or a portable pouch
b. I put my phone in my pocket
6. How often do you charge your phone's battery?
a. At least twice a day; I use my phone a lot.
b. At least once a day; I'm not a heavy phone user.
7. Between battery life and portability, which is your priority?
a. Battery life
b. Portability
If most of your answers are A, then the iPhone 6 Plus is a better fit for you. If you got more B's, then your next best bet is the iPhone 6.
Here’s a lowdown on the phones’ features, and what differentiates one from the other:
Both phones come in three colors: silver, space grey and gold. Just like all the other iPhones, the phones exude the minimalist and understated elegance Apple is known for. They are sleek and thinner than their predecessors, with screens that span from almost edge to edge. Both have rounded edges that make for an ergonomic design.
The most apparent difference between the two is the size of the screens. The iPhone 6 Plus has a 5.5-inch screen, while the iPhone 6's measures 4.7-inches. Both screens are bigger than any other phone Apple has produced, and with excellent retina HD display, make for an immersive experience for gamers or those who like watching videos on their phones. iPhone 6 has a 1,334 x 750 resolution, while the iPhone 6 Plus has a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution.
In terms of portability, they require a bigger space in your pocket compared to previous phones. iPhone 6 Plus in particular looks like a cross between a phone and a tablet, and therefore requires more space and care when handling.
The two phones work faster than their previous models, with a new A8 processor chip. This means apps take a shorter time to load and there's a lesser probability of them crashing when you're multitasking. Apps that take a lot of memory shouldn’t be much of a problem with these two.
Arguably one of the best features in both phones is the 8-megapixel camera. The crisp and clear quality of photos instantly eliminates the need for bulky digital cameras, as Apple gives every user the power to snap high quality photos with a phone. However, the iPhone 6 Plus has an edge over the iPhone 6 with the optical image stabilization feature, which makes photos less blurry.
In terms of battery life, iPhone 6 Plus, being bigger, has a bigger battery that lasts longer than its small version. The phone's fast processor opens a lot of possibilities, and a longer battery life maximizes the phone's features. Both phones run on iOS8.
Overall, both phones have their unique advantages - the iPhone 6 is more portable and handy, while the iPhone 6 Plus gives an immersive experience and a better quality of photos. It really depends on which features you place more primacy on, but you're assured of an exceptional mobile phone experience either way.
How to get the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus?
Globe Telecom has been a long-time partner of Apple in offering the iPhones to Filipinos. Get the iPhone 6 (16GB) at Plan 999 with P1,000 monthly cashout for 24 months, while the iPhone 6 Plus (16GB) is available at Plan 999 with P1,250 monthly cashout for 24 months.
Both plan offers come with unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM and GoSURF 499 with 1.5GB of mobile internet which comes with Navigation Bundle for unlimited access to apps such as Accuweather, GrabTaxi, Google Maps, MMDA and Waze. With the GoSURF data plan bundle, customers also get access to Globe Cloud, Wattpad, NBA League Pass, Spotify, and gadget insurance service Gadget Care.
Globe also offers a complete digital experience to its customers by allowing them to easily purchase apps from iTunes using GCASH American Express Virtual Pay and charge their purchases to their postpaid bill or prepaid load. Customers can also enjoy their digital life with access to Globe Cloud to store and access files and contacts in one place, GMovies to book seats and buy movie tickets, GDeals for great discounts, deals and membership privileges, and GServices to check balance, subscribe to promos, and manage account services.
Visit www.globe.com.ph/iphone6/ to know more about the iPhone offers of Globe.