Finally putting the end to the rumors of the next generation iPhone, Apple announces the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. They both feature a bigger display, improved cameras, new sensors, a dedicated NFC chip for mobile payments and more.
“I hope you’ll agree, they’re the best phones you’ve ever seen,” Cook said.
Phil Schiler, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing took the stage and broke it down for us.
Retina HD Screen
Both phones are using displays Apple calls “Retina HD.” It still uses sRGB active-LCD technology. It also packs a new technology “ion strengthening” to make it stronger.
The rumors didn’t lie. The iPhone 6 will pack a 4.7 inch display, followed by the iPhone 6 Plus packing a 5.5 inch display. With resolutions of 1,334-by-750 and 1,920-by-1,080 respectively. Yes, the iPhone 6 Plus is a 1080p display.
Design
This iPhone is the most leaked iPhone yet. Using some design cues from previous iPhones, including the iPhone 5s, and the original iPhone. The iPhone 6 has a seamlessly-designed Unibody chassis that features smoothly rounded edges with the Apple logo embedded on the back.
“From the glass front,” Schiller said, the phone features “anodizes aluminum back” with a “stainless steel Apple.” The glass also curves from the side.
The iPhone 6 is just 6.8mm thin while the iPhone 6 Plus is only 7.1mm in depth. By comparison, the iPhone 5s is 7.6mm thin.
The power button has been relocated to the right for easier one-handed use. All other hardware buttons stay in tact and stay flush with the design. Combined with curved edges, it creates a seamless experience while in your hand, creating a better grip for the device.
Pricing and Availability
The iPhone 6 will be available in 16, 64, and 128GB, priced at $199, $299, $399 on a 2-year contract respectively. The iPhone 6 Plus will be available in 16, 64, 128GB, priced at $299, $399, and $499 on a 2-year contract respectively. Both devices will be available in space gray, silver, and gold.
Pre-orders begin on September 12th and will be shipping on September 19th in the US and various other countries.
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