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Apple Unveils New iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, Apple Pay, Apple Watch

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Bigger Phones, Digital Payment, Wearable Tech All Carry Apple’s Signature Style

The Big Day finally came — that day being called ‘Christmas in September’ by Apple fanboys and tech watchers appeared by live stream (albeit it with some technical difficulties) and live tweet, dropping the newest products, services, and apps by the company that continues to attract the most global attention with its signature ability to inspire with storytelling in a staid and left-brained industry.

The Apple Event, held annually in Cupertino, California, released as expected two new versions of their perennial classic, the iPhone. The iPhone 6 has a 4.7-inch display, sporting a 1334×750 pixel resolution, whereas the iPhone 6 Plus features a 5.5-inch screen with full HD 1920×1080 display resolution, apparently competing with the Android trend of larger screens.

Internally, the two iPhones identical, but with improvements over its predecessor the iPhone 5s. The new camera is an 8-megapixel shooter with an f/2.2 aperture 8-megapixel, with a new sensor and a faster autofocus. Both have digital image stabilization, but that of the 6 Plus has additional stabilization that uses the gyroscope and the M8 coprocessor. The front-facing camera gets some new features like HDR and a burst-shot mode.

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The processor has been upgraded from the A7 to the A8, which promises to be up to 87 percent more efficient, with CPU processing power up to 25 percent faster and GPU speeds up to 50 percent faster. The M8 motion coprocessor, in addition to aiding in image stabilization, is able to recognize when its user is walking, running or cycling, and can even detect changes in air pressure. Lastly, both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus will come with near-field communication (NFC) which will let users make purchases in conjunction with Apple Pay, which we will cover in detail further here.  They also come with the same Touch ID system as the iPhone 5s.

Available for pre-order on Friday, September 12 and everywhere on September 19, the iPhone 6 retails at $199 for a model with 16 gigabytes of memory, $299 for the 64GB phone and $399 for 128GB; the iPhone 6 Plus is priced at $299 (16GB), $399 (64GB) and $499 (128GB).

The next big story, and that which seemed to initially interest Wall Street the most, is the aforementioned Apple Pay — a digital wallet that will allow iPhone owners to use their device to buy items in actual bricks-and-mortar establishments as well as online. While this is a feature of many Androids, Apple claims their system will be more safer and more useful. From CBS News: “Apple has teamed with financial industry heavyweights including American Express (AXP), Mastercard (MA) and Visa (V) and says Apple Pay will work at more than 220,000 retailers nationwide. Apple has been working with companies like McDonald’s, Disney, Target, Subway, and Whole Foods to integrate its service as well.”

The final unveiling of the day was the much anticipated Apple Watch, a sleek and simply designed wearable-tech wristwatch whose look and functionality harkens back to the original iPod. It comes in a variety of changeable styles, from metallic to leather bands, and with a multitude of screen displays. The most interesting innovation for this writer is the digital crown, a movable piece that allows for precision of control that the touch display could make problematic.

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At present, an Apple Watch requires a corresponding iPhone and features many of the same apps — Maps, Siri, and the like. It certainly looks great, and it will be interesting to see how the Apple Watch will affect the wearable tech industry, as Apple products have in the past with MP3 players, smartphones, and tablets.

The Apple Watch will start at $350, and that it will go on sale in early 2015.

(Check out iFixYouri’s Sneak Peek of the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Here!)

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New Screen Size for the iPhone 6?

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People have often complained about the relatively small size of the iPhone screen in comparison with other smartphones, like the Samsung Galaxy S4 or the Motorola Moto X; Apple seems to be addressing the iPhone’s screen size with the new iPhone 6. The current iPhone 5s has a 4-inch display with 1136-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 PPI.

The forthcoming Samsung Galaxy S5 is rumored to ship with a 5.25-inch display. The Galaxy Note 3 comes with a larger 5.7-inche screen pushing it into “phablet” territory.

Research firm DisplaySearch reports in their new Quarterly Worldwide FPD Shipment and Forecast Report reports that Apple may come out with two new versions of next-generation iPhone with two larger display options. According to the report Apple will launch a 4.7-inch model with 1600×900 resolution, 386ppi and LTPS TFT LCD display technology. A larger version of the “iPhone 6” could pack a 5.5-inch display with 1920×1080 resolution at 401 PPI utilizing the same display technology.

Different markets desire different sizes for the screens. Some consumers prefer the Apple’s more compact size to keep more easily in their pockets, or those who prefer to use their tablets for work. However diversifying their market would appear a wise move on Apple’s part, as Android and Windows phones have moved the iPhone into a smaller market share. It will be interesting to see if they release a few different phones, or if the iPhone 5C experience has made them wary.

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iPhone 6 Rumors – Too Soon?

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Yes, the iPhone 5 has only been out for a short period of time. Does that mean that it is too soon to speculate on the next version of the iPhone? It might be, but it is far more fun to try to figure out what is coming next. While it is likely that the next version of the phone will be a slight upgrade (a 5S rather than a 6), it is always interesting to try to figure out what Apple will come up with next.

If you are willing to consider the possibilities, you might just find yourself more excited about the next model than the phone that just hit the market.

iPhone 6 with a Metal Body

Oddly enough, many of the current iPhone 6 rumors are more concerned with how the phone is made than the bells and whistles. One of the more exciting rumors is that the body of the phone might become a little more robust.

New products on the market might actually help users to avoid some of those basic chips and scratches that so easily ruin the value of the phone. Of course, the new body will probably bring some new repair issues along with any of the benefits.

No Home Button

If there is any sure thing, it is the fact that the home button is soon going to be outdated. It will allow Apple to increase the amount of screen space, will conform to the standard set by newer Android phones, and will fit in well with Apple’s traditional dislike of buttons. This might make repairs a little trickier for those at home, but those with professional experience should not see much of a change in the repair process.

New Headphones

This might not be a real change to the phone per se, but it will make a huge difference for iPhone users. Given the lack of real change in ear buds and the promotion of new items like the “Beats” earphones, it seems likely that Apple will release some sort of new in-ear headphones with the next iPhone. These items will likely not be compatible with older phones, but they might be a real improvement over the current models.

One of the joys of supporting the Apple brand is trying to figure out what will be coming down the pipe in terms of new innovations. While these rumors may not be very substantial, they do seem to point towards what most people want from a new phone. A newer, more robust model that incorporates features that are more modern will be a great choice for any Apple fan.

Since the next iPhone model is not actually on the horizon, you’ll need to keep your current models working until you can upgrade.  While you’re waiting for the next big thing, you can feel comfortable knowing you can get your phone professionally repaired by a reputable repair business like iFixYouri.