How to visually distinguish different iPhone models. Comparison of iPhone models
Since September 9, the entire Internet community has been tirelessly discussing Apple's presentation of its new iPhone models (iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus). These are some of the most long-awaited Apple gadgets of recent times.
The official start of sales of new products in Russia is scheduled for September 25. Even the prices are already known: iPhone 6s (16GB) will cost 51,990 rubles, versions for 64GB and 128GB – 59,990 rubles. and 67990 rub. respectively. iPhone 6s Plus models with similar amounts of memory will be eight thousand rubles more expensive. These are the prices that became known to journalists after the presentation, but official prices for new iPhone models in Russia have not yet been announced.
Is it worth upgrading from iPhone 6 to iPhone 6S? This is a question that Apple product lovers have been actively asking themselves in recent days. In the end, this is not the seventh iPhone, but the same sixth, but just with the letter S at the end :) Is the 2015 model so different from the previous one and is it worth paying extra for it?
We suggest comparing the characteristics of the iPhone 6 with the iPhone 6S so that everything falls into place. Let's start with the appearance.
Design
In this regard, the IPhone 6 and 6S are very similar, but the latter will be slightly larger in size (138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1mm versus 138.1 x 67 x 6.9mm) and slightly heavier (143g versus 129g). The new model comes with an HD Retina screen with support for 3D Touch technology (responses to pressure on the screen) and a more robust metal body made from 7000 series aluminum.
CPU
Both models have a 64-bit processor and co-processors for analyzing movements in smartphones. However, the iPhone 6S has a more modern and energy-efficient A9 chip with more powerful graphics. There is also a built-in M9 motion compressor.
Memory
The sixth model is equipped with 1GB of RAM, the 6S has 2GB on board.
As for non-volatile memory, both models have modifications of 16GB, 64GB and 128GB.
It is not yet clear whether there is a difference in memory speed and quality because the detailed characteristics of the chips are not known.
Camera
The main iSight camera in the iPhone 6s is very similar in many cases to the one in the iPhone 6. But there are also differences:
- 12 megapixel sensor with 1.22µ pixels (there was a sensor with 8 megapixels and 1.5µ pixels)
- Live Photos support (special gif images with sound)
- 63-megapixel panoramic photos
The iPhone 6s camera supports video recording at 4K resolution (3840×2160) at 30 frames/sec (30fps). There is also support for recording in slo-mo mode (1080p at 120fps and 720p at 240fps). While recording 4K video, you can take photos (8 MP); there is also support for playback zoom and time-lapse recording technologies with stabilization.
The front camera of the iPhone 6s has also undergone a slight upgrade and now has a 5-megapixel sensor with flash (previously the sensor was 1.2 megapixels, without flash).
Battery
Even though the iPhone 6S battery reportedly has a slightly lower battery capacity than the original 6, the battery life of both models is similar.
Communication standard
iPhone 6s supports faster 4G LTE (LTE-A), higher-quality wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac with MIMO (was 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 4.2 (was 4.0 ).
Other
iPhone 6S has the second generation of Touch ID fingerprint sensor built into the Home button. It is expected that it will do its job even faster and more reliably.
The comparison between the original six and the six with the letter s is clear. What is the difference between iPhone 6s and iPhone 6 Plus? 6 Plus has:
- slightly larger dimensions (158.20mm x 77.90mm x 7.30mm vs. 138.30mm x 67.10mm x 7.10mm) and weight (192g vs. 143g)
- larger screen size with higher resolution (5.5 inches, 1920x1080 px, 401 ppi versus 4.7 inches, 1334x750 px, 326 ppi)
- higher declared battery life (16 days in standby mode, 80 hours of listening to music, 14 hours of watching videos, 24 hours of talk time versus 10 days, 50 hours, 11 hours and 14 hours, respectively)
In all other respects, the hardware and characteristics of the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus are the same.
Greetings, dear friends, to our website! In today's article I would like to talk to you about how to save money on buying a new Iphone 6 and 6S and Plus and not fall for scammers.
The thing is that Apple products are in great demand in Russia, although they are one of the most expensive in the smartphone market. All official sellers (Svyaznoy, Euroset, Apple service) have approximately the same prices, which means that in order to buy a cheaper gadget you have to turn to little-known stores or private advertisements.
This is where an unpleasant surprise can await you and me, when the joy of a purchase can give way to disappointment! The fact is that the device may turn out to be a genuine Chinese counterfeit (in the worst case), or, on the contrary, an unofficially restored iPhone. In today's article we will look at By What signs (differences) can you independently distinguish between the original iPhone 6 and 6S from a fake and an unofficially refurbished device?
How to distinguish an original iPhone 6 from a Chinese counterfeit
There are simply a huge number of “Chinese” iPhones on the market. Therefore, there are also a lot of signs by which they can be distinguished from the originals - it makes no sense to indicate all of them, I will give only those that will absolutely accurately and, most importantly, quickly help you identify a fake iPhone 6.
Officially refurbished iPhone and high-quality fake
How to check and distinguish the originalIphone6 from fake
So you decided to purchase an iPhone 6 from an unofficial dealer, where to start checking for authenticity?
As you can see, there is nothing particularly complicated - authentication verification should not take much time.
Common signs of a Chinese counterfeit iPhone 6 and 6S
Common signs of a Chinese counterfeit iPhone 6 include:
- presence of two SIM cards
- presence of a memory card
- TV antenna
Naturally, the presence of these additional components indicates that the device is a low-quality fake.
Video: How to distinguish an original iPhone 6 from a fake
A little about the restored ones Iphone 6 and 6 S
Refurbished iPhone 6 and 6S come in two types:
As I already noticed above: Officially refurbished iPhone 6s are sold in large dealership centers, have a good discount and a guarantee of at least 1 year.
Therefore, buying such a phone will not bring you disappointment. Things are much worse with unofficially restored iPhones, so before purchasing, we recommend that you check such a phone and, if possible, refuse to purchase.
How to identify an unofficially restored one Iphone 6 – five signs
Here are a few signs by which you can identify an unofficially restored iPhone 6 from the original and officially restored:
- Unofficially refurbished iPhone 6s will be sold in telephone repair shops, kiosks, and on social networking pages and public pages.
- The price of an unofficially restored iPhone 6 will be much lower – about 2 times. Today the 6S costs around 15 thousand rubles.
- Pay attention to the components; if they are like new, but the phone is used, then this should lead to doubts - did the previous owner really not use them? Also look carefully at their appearance and at the plastic box - all the gaps between the parts should be even, and an apple should be squeezed out from the bottom of the branded plastic case.
- The next step is to turn on the phone and check the serial numbers. Of course, before this you need to turn on the phone and make sure that it is not tied to someone else's Apple ID - otherwise you will not be able to activate and use it. So, if the phone is really untied, then go to the “Settings > General > About this device” section and look for the Model, Serial number and IMEI there. It would also be a good idea to check the storage capacity (16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128Gb). Next, we look for the same data on the phone body and on the box - they all must match. Already at this stage you can also find out for which country the phone was released. In the model number, two letters before the slash determine the country of sale - ME308LL/A (LL is America, you need RU, a couple of messages below the drive is a list of the main designations of the markets for which phones are produced). If you are assured that the phone number is Rostest, but the country code says otherwise, then you are being deceived. Having found out the country, you can also compare it with the charger included in the kit and draw a conclusion.
- The next step in determining the authenticity of our iPhone is to use one of the online IMEI verification services. I use two - the domestic iphoneimei.info and the bourgeois imeidata.net. The first one is very easy to use and at the same time provides all the basic information about the device. We enter IMEI in the search line and get the following data: Color and capacity - compare them with the phone offered to you. If it has been repaired, then on the website the case may be listed as black, but in real life the phone may be white, that is, its case has been replaced.
And of course, after checking all the numbers, you need to check the operation of individual phone components - buttons, speakers, microphone, WiFi, GPS, tilt sensor and compass. The latter is especially easy to overlook, since its operation is not as obvious as the same camera. There is a known case when a person received a fully functional telephone, but with a non-working compass - this manifested itself in the fact that on a flat horizontal surface its needle rotated chaotically, as if it were in a magnetically anomalous zone.
Three years have passed since Apple presented a new product - iPhone 6. Many users have already managed to evaluate which is better - version 5 or six of the smartphone. However, debate about the differences between the two gadgets continues to this day. And especially the question of how one device model differs from another is of concern to those who did not manage to purchase one of the newest versions of the iPhone, but are content with the four. Especially for them - how the iPhone 5 differs from the iPhone 6 - in the review below.
Let's start comparing what is the difference between the 5 and iPhone 6 models - a characteristic that catches your eye at first glance and, it should be noted, worries many potential gadget users. After all, some iPhone owners prefer to carry them in their trouser pockets, so they choose miniature versions of smartphones. So, which device is the best in this sense?
The smallest smartphone in the 5-6 line is the iPhone 5S. However, it is not the thinnest. As for the difference between the iPhone 5 and 6, or 6S in height, it is the shortest. The difference in height between gadgets in line 5-6 reaches 3.5 cm.
But sixth-generation Apple smartphones entered the market with thinner bodies. But the difference in thickness with the five S is less than a centimeter, so it cannot be noticed with the naked eye.
Transformation of iPhone 5 to iPhone 6: design
Typically, each subsequent version of an Apple smartphone is largely similar to the previous one. If there are fundamental differences, they relate mainly to technical characteristics. Thus, new iPhone models usually improve the camera, increase the amount of RAM, change the firmware to a newer one, etc.
But with design everything is simpler. As a rule, it does not change much. But it should be noted that all Apple devices look good, stylish and expensive.
When the sixth version of the iPhone entered the market, everything happened differently. The appearance of this model has changed dramatically. The device took on the appearance of an iPod rather than a smartphone. Whether this is considered an advantage or a disadvantage is up to each consumer to decide for himself.
Fundamental differences in the design of iPhone 5S vs iPhone 6:
- The (almost completely) erased boundary between the display and the device body in sixth-generation devices.
- The body frame of the six is thicker and rougher.
- Changing round control buttons to oval ones.
- Moving the power button to the side panel from the top.
The appearance of the rear panel of both smartphone models is practically the same. Only in the six the camera is located less conveniently, and sticks out a little from the body, rather than merging with it. Potential consumers often pay attention to this feature, and often it becomes the reason for refusing to purchase a sixth model gadget, because... Users are concerned about the wear resistance of this part.
The shape of the flash on the camera of the newer device - the sixth version - has changed slightly and acquired the contours of the lens, becoming round.
iPhones 5 and 6: evaluating performance
The processor of the newer device has become more advanced, and it is represented by the Apple A8, while the five S worked on the A7. According to those who tested both versions of the devices, the six works 25 percent faster. The power of the graphic elements of the new device has doubled.
However, all of the above is not the most important. The main feature of the sixth generation smartphone is that it retains its charge 50% longer than the 5 S.
Photo and video quality
The number of pixels, as is often the case with Apple, was not increased during the production of the new device model. But the six has improved autofocus and face detection. In terms of camera quality, the iPhone 6 PLUS version, which has an optical image stabilizer, is far from the 5S and 6 models.
With the release of the new version, the ability to shoot video has changed a lot for the better. The shooting speed of the six was increased to 60 frames per second, while the same figure for the five S was 50% less.
Slo-mo – the mode in sixth-generation gadgets was slowed down to 240 frames/sec, which is 2 times lower than that of the sixth model.
Equipping the camera of the new 6th version of the iPhone with a cinematic image stabilizer allowed it to be brought to a new, almost professional level. Now you can even shoot clips with the camera, and they will be of very good quality. An inexperienced viewer, looking at such footage, may think that they were taken using professional photographic equipment.
The presence of autofocus in the six allows you to shoot video in any conditions when objects quickly change position (for example, children playing, dancing, etc.). At the same time, the frames are distinguished by clarity and brightness.
When developing the new device model, Apple also took care of those who like to take selfies by equipping the front camera with a “Burst” mode. Thanks to this mode, you can take up to 30 selfies in a row. And the use of a FaceTime camera has greatly improved the quality of the video.
Other differences
The speed of wireless Internet in the latest smartphone model from Apple has become 3 times faster than in the 5 S. Also, a fundamental difference can be considered the emergence of the ability to make a call using WiFi.
Apple Pay is another important advantage of the six. Owners of this gadget model can use their iPhone as a credit card, paying for various purchases. At the same time, the level of payment security is no lower than when paying bills with bank cards, but, on the contrary, in some ways it even exceeds it in reliability.
The six has a barometer, which was not present in the 5S model. It performs many different functions. The main one (and the most popular among users) is measuring and displaying temperature.
The RAM of the six, compared to the previous version of the Apple gadget, has been doubled. This is perhaps one of the main fundamental differences that influences the choice of a potential buyer of an Apple device, hesitating between models 5 and 6.
Differences in pricing policy
The issue of cost is not the least of the list of issues that concern buyers. It's no secret that any Apple device is not cheap. And when choosing between two smartphone models that are not very different from each other, the buyer will most likely choose the one that is cheaper if the price difference is significant.
So what is the difference in price for iPhones 5th and 6th line in Russia? The cost of the 5S model in its basic configuration starts at least 30 thousand rubles. Version 6 of the gadget costs an average of 35 thousand rubles.
And, of course, the price difference varies depending on the amount of RAM of a particular model.
The approximate prices for gadgets indicated above apply only to original devices. Devices produced on the black market, i.e. fakes are sold at a price 20 percent or more lower than certified smartphones. However, when purchasing a fake, think twice, because it comes without a warranty, and in a situation of sudden breakdown, you will have to pay for repairs out of your own pocket.
At the moment, the newest iPhone is the iPhone 6s, but the iPhone 6 is still on sale, and its cost is noticeably lower. In this regard, many buyers cannot decide whether they should overpay for a new product or whether they can save a little and take last year’s flagship from Apple. In this article, we will make a detailed comparison of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s so that you can understand the difference between these smartphones and which one is worth buying.
First, let's briefly compare the characteristics of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s that have undergone the most significant changes. Firstly, new colors have appeared in the color scheme of the new iPhone. The iPhone 6 model was available only in silver and dark silver, which was officially called the pretentious name “space gray.” Now two glamorous options have been added to these two colors. It's gold and also a color that Apple calls "rose gold."
iPhone 6s color scheme
Secondly, the iPhone 6s introduced a technology called . This is practically the most important change in the new iPhone. 3D Touch measures the force applied to the screen and, depending on the force applied by the user, various functions of the operating system and programs are called up.
Working with 3D Touch on iPhone 6s
And thirdly, the iPhone 6s received a number of improvements in the hardware platform. It uses a more modern processor, as well as more RAM and internal memory. Both cameras have also changed, they received higher resolution and new features.
Apple A9 processor
You can find out more about the characteristics of these two smartphones from Apple in the comparison table that we have prepared for you (the main changes in the iPhone 6s are highlighted in red).
| iPhone 6 Specifications | iPhone 6s Specifications |
| Available colors: silver, gray space. | Silver, gray space, gold, rose gold. |
| Built-in memory: 16 and 64 gigabytes. | 16, 64 or 128 gigabytes. |
| Screen: | IPS screen with a diagonal of 4.7 inches and a resolution of 1334x750 pixels. |
| 3D Touch Technology: absent. | Present. |
| Additional screen information: oleophobic coating, Multi-Touch support, pixel density 326 pixels/inch, brightness 500 candelas/m2, contrast ratio 1400:1, sRGB support. | Oleophobic coating, Multi-Touch support, pixel density 326 pixels/inch, brightness 500 candelas/m2, contrast ratio 1400:1, sRGB support. |
| Weight and dimensions of the device: weight 129 grams, dimensions 138.1 by 67 by 6.9 millimeters. | Weight 143 grams, dimensions 138.3 by 67.1 by 7.1 millimeters. |
| Hardware platform: 64-bit Apple A8 processor with M8 coprocessor. 1 gigabyte DDR3. | 64 bit Apple A9 processor with M9 coprocessor. 2 gigabytes of DDR3 RAM. |
Wireless technology support:
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| Touch ID fingerprint sensor: present | Present. |
| iSight Camera: resolution 8 megapixels, aperture ƒ/2.2. Record video at 1080p resolution at 30 or 60 frames per second. | Resolution 12 megapixels, aperture ƒ/2.2. 4K video recording and a frequency of 30 frames per second. Record video in 1080p resolution at 30 or 60 frames per second. |
| Additional information about the camera: five-lens lens, light sensor, hybrid autofocus, focusing on an object by touch, lens protection with sapphire glass, face recognition, panoramic shooting with a resolution of 43 megapixels, slow-motion video shooting, tracking autofocus when shooting video. | Five-element lens, light sensor, hybrid IR autofocus, touch focusing on an object, sapphire crystal lens protection, face recognition, panoramic shooting with a resolution of 63 megapixels, slow-motion video shooting, tracking autofocus when shooting video. |
| FaceTime Camera: resolution 1.2 megapixels, aperture ƒ/2.2, video recording with a resolution of 720p. | Resolution 5 megapixels, aperture ƒ/2.2, video recording with a resolution of 720p, Retina Flash. |
| Siri Assistant: present. | Present. |
| Battery: Non-removable lithium-ion battery provides up to 14 hours of talk time on a 3G network and up to 10 days of standby time. | Non-removable lithium-ion battery provides up to 14 hours of talk time on a 3G network and up to 10 days of standby time. |
| Apple EarPods: are present. | Present. |
| Sensors: accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor, three-axis gyroscope, distance sensor. | Accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor, three-axis gyroscope, distance sensor. |
| SIM card used: Nano-SIM. | Nano-SIM. |
| Connector for connecting to a computer: Lightning. | Lightning. |
We hope that this article comparing iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s will help you decide on the choice and purchase of a new smartphone from Apple.
All Apple products are the epitome of style, quality, and the iPhone 6 and 7 are no exception. First of all, the difference between them lies in the display parameters.
Display
The main display difference between the two models is their resolution. Both models have a 4.7-inch Retina HD display, which has a resolution of 750 by 1334 Px. Both models have 326 pixels per inch. In addition, the display is a quarter brighter than its predecessor. Definitely, the display of the new generation of Apple smartphones with an expanded color gamut will significantly change your idea of the realism of the image. On its displays, photos and videos look more impressive, realistic, and bright. This creates a feeling of complete immersion in the content.
Design
What is the difference between Apple and Model 6?
The appearance of both models is practically the same, with the exception of a few touches. On the body of the iPhone 6 there are plastic insert strips, under which there are antennas. In the 7th generation, the Cupertino team slightly departed from the usual rules. The peculiarity of the design solution of the seventh model consists only in the location and size of the antenna strips. They will no longer be visible on the back of the iPhone 7. They have become less noticeable and also more compact.
Apple offers:
- 6 in three colors: gold, silver and space gray;
- 5 and 5s in four colors: gold, classic black, space gray, silver;
- 7 in five colors: golden, black (Black).
The 128, 256 GB model in Jet Black has a glossy finish. The smartphone in “Black” color has a matte finish. These colors look very impressive and respectable.
Compared to the “physical” button of the previous model.
iPhone 7 is very durable because it is made from 7000 series aluminum alloy.
In addition, the camera eye in the new generation device no longer sticks out, but smoothly merges with the body.
Waterproof case
The main differences between the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 6s are the presence of dustproof and. Such a smartphone will work even if it is immersed in water for half an hour. Of course, you should refrain from constantly bathing your smartphone in water, but you can walk with it in the rain without fear.
Undoubtedly, these aspects should play a decisive role in choosing the Apple line, as evidenced by reviews from grateful users. You should especially expect vivid opinions about the Apple 7 and 5 smartphone models. The fifth generation is significantly different from the 7th generation of Apple. The 5 does not have a waterproof case, wireless charging, less RAM, battery life is several hours shorter, and there is no need to talk about the super capabilities of the camera. The main advantage of the 5 will only be its cost.
CPU
How to distinguish the Apple 6 model from the 7?
The seven may differ from the six in the presence of a more powerful A10 chip. It is 40% more powerful than the sixth model. 2 cores in the iPhone 7 operate at high frequencies, and the other 2 are responsible for simpler tasks. The A10 chip doubles the performance and also reduces the power consumption of the smartphone. The Taiwanese company TSMC is the manufacturer of this processor.
In iPhone 7, the minimum memory starts at 32 gigabytes. It receives Wi-Fi signals faster than its predecessor, and the A10 Fusion supports the LTE-A protocol. Now 16-, 64-, 128-GB “Apple Smart” will be replaced by versions with 32, 128, 256 GB of memory.
Apple has always equipped its smartphones with 1 GB of RAM, and only in 2015 the company increased the RAM to 2 GB. This innovation has improved the performance of the device, and browser tabs are reloaded less frequently.
The 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus has 3 GB of RAM, while the 4.7-inch iPhone 7 only has 2 GB of RAM.
Battery life and wireless charging
The main differences in offline mode between the two models are as follows:
- The 4.7-inch iPhone 7 has a 1735 mAh battery, and the 6 model has a 1715 mAh battery;
- The 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus has an even more impressive 2810 mAh power supply;
- In Apple's 7 model, battery life is two hours longer, operating time when connected to Wi-Fi is increased by three hours, and battery capacity is 14% greater.
As a result of experiments, it was established that the new generation of Apple smartphones can withstand 18 hours of constant calls on 3G networks.
iPhone 7 will have many advantages and one of them will be support for wireless charging.
To charge the built-in battery of the iPhone 7, all you need is a proprietary docking station. Since 2017, Apple began to use the remote charging function when developing new smartphone models, thanks to which such devices are charged at a distance of several meters from the power source.
Stereo speakers
According to Apple's promises, the sound quality of the iPhone 7 has improved and the sound has become louder.
In the iPhone 7, Apple does not use 3.5 mm audio jacks for headphones; the free space is intended for installing an additional speaker. The result of this innovation, compared to the fake “radiator grille,” was a significant improvement in the quality of stereo sound. The Apple device has become brighter and more saturated compared to the previous model. Now the headphones are connected using a Bluetooth or Lightning interface.
Camera
Have you always loved photography? Then Apple's innovations in the form of a dual camera in the 7 Apple model will delight you. Optical stabilization and zoom make it possible to make your photos shine in a new way.
How is the iPhone 7 camera different from the iPhone 6?
Both models are equipped with a 12 MP iSight camera, only the iPhone 7 has a better camera. It has a 6-element lens with an ƒ/1.8 aperture, which allows you to absorb light in dark places 2 times more. Of course, we cannot forget about the new “TrueTone” flash with 4 LEDs, as well as a special chip for working with pictures in 25 milliseconds. The Quad-LED flash is twice as bright as the iPhone 6. The sixth model only has a dual LED flash.
In the new generation Apple smartphone, photos have a resolution of 7 megapixels, the FaceTime HD camera has been updated, and in the sixth model, photos have a resolution of only 5 megapixels.
The 7th generation iPhone outperforms its younger brother in all respects; it has better design, speed, battery, and records video in 4K quality. If we compare this smartphone with its predecessor, then you can take “live” pictures. The camera sensor here protrudes a little on the back of the case, as the camera sensor has become larger due to the complexity of the device. This smartphone differs from the iPhone 6 (5 megapixels) in that it has a seven-megapixel front sensor.
If we compare the video accelerator 7 and 6, then in the first case it is an order of magnitude higher.
Selfie fans should definitely not remain indifferent to the camera innovations of the new generation Apple smartphone. What does it cost to have two cameras? The advantage of the two cameras is the fact that they have a tenx digital and twox optical zoom. The main camera has a wide-angle shape, and the additional one works with photo zooming.
In conclusion, we can say that 6 and 5 are significantly inferior compared to 7. Apple has thought through all the shortcomings of previous models of its smartphones and created a smartphone that is not afraid of moisture, dust, or sand. You too will appreciate the next “apple” masterpiece.
