> For clarity, a small table of contents:
1. First impression / Form Factor / feel / processing.
2. New.
3. Operating system / software equipment / shipment / EIA.
4. criticism.
5. Conclusion.
1. First impression.
With the iPhone 6 Apple dares since the appearance of the first iPhone in 2007, the biggest change in my view of his philosophy, which now (contrary to the existing knowledge philosophy) the trend toward larger displays follows. Next there is a complete overhaul of the housing designs.
From my perspective, the iPhone has now reached 6 with the 4.7 inches is the ideal size. The 4 inch with the predecessors to the felt very narrow construction are but compared (both devices have to compare here) much smaller. The one-handed operation (also dependent on finger and hand size) are still quite possible. Should it be in short supply, the new iOS has 8 here's a way integrated by double-tip to move the Touch ID sensor, the screen display down. This works very well.
The new rounded and encircling outer edge and the to edge slightly rounded display ensure a good grip of the device. It is just really well in the hand. The display and the surrounding aluminum edge seem almost without a gap to pass each other.
The overall build quality makes a very good impression.
The yoy. the 5s nominally slightly higher weight really does not fall on. The more times thinner design (6.9 mm versus 7.6 mm) to the predecessor makes against it already noticeable. I think here limits are now achieved which makes them fall below no longer makes sense. The very mild but noticeably protruding camera lens bothers me a bit, it interferes with the one-off casting impression somewhat. It is accordingly designed so that you get stuck anywhere.
2. New.
The external news I had already written.
I want to be bored a single reader with mostly incomprehensible technical vocabulary, so only very briefly: inside was a new so-called A8 - a processor clocking at 1.4GHz Cyclone 2nd generation 64 bit architecture built. An improved graphics processor (PowerVR GX6450) guaranteed by the cooperation with a (still) installed memory (RAM) 1GB anytime smooth workflow and a perfect representation of HD content and graphics elaborate games. Although other providers once an arms race concerns what technical equipment in the competition takes place. Apple is not carried out moderately with the iPhone and is what the basic technical parameters relates to evolutionary changes and to optimize customized coordination between hardware and software.
The battery capacity has been slightly improved and guaranteed nominal a slightly longer maturity in the pure telephone and Internet usage. The standby time when not in use has remained identical to its predecessor. The nominal changes in telephone and Internet use to me on (if at all) only marginally. But this can also be related to the battery capacity of the used predecessor has now suffered somewhat.
In addition to the previously built-up acceleration, gyro sensor and compass, the new iPhone has also received an air pressure sensor (barometric sensor). And altitude information can thus be determined over conversions. For various tracking, hiking and fitness apps, this is a quite useful additional indication.
The technical parameters of the front and rear sides (iSight) camera have remained the same. Some technical improvements in the inner workings of the cameras ensure faster focusing and aperture adjustment and the possibility of improving the already quite good camera functions and their results.
To use, the pure Telefonierfunktion I can only say that this point is working fine. Receiving, hearing and speech quality I can be described as very good.
3. Operating system / software equipment / shipment / EIA.
Factory the new operating system iOS 8 is of course preinstalled. New features in iOS 8 among others Nachrichtenapp that iCloud Drive, the Health App and a family and sharing a point which particularly pleases me: last use for children is also limited in time.
Much has been adapted and improved in iOS 8 for a seamless collaboration between iPhone, iPad and Mac OS X Yosemite. Similarly opportunities through open interfaces have been enhanced so that for example. Non-Apple developers benefit the Touch ID sensor and can be integrated into new apps.
Supplied as already belong with the predecessors of the headphones (apple earbuds with Remote and Mic), the Lightning to USB cable and the 5W USB Power Adapter.
The RRP price of the 64GB version is 799 Euros.
4. Criticism
The strategy Apple's actual and it remains the devices within the ecosystem (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.) as much as possible to integrate and merge. After outside its own ecosystem, the equipment and software are foreclosed. The reasons for this strategy are probably very diverse: profit maximization, security reasons, direct the user experience simply an application. This may, depending on the claim of the user naturally occurring but also have disadvantages.
Some restricted uses and restrictions on the part of Apple, I see a critical (perhaps as an example: why is the Lightning-SD card adapter only for the iPad, and not for the iPhone available.
Who determines after buying an iPhone that the devices just do not have a microSD card slot for memory expansion or simple data transfer, has no HDMI port and the device is not identified by a notebook or desktop computer as a hard drive, has previously not simply enough informed. Sure, there are many ways to circumvent the restrictions.
What I recommend: the potential users should try (regardless of the emotionally charged brand image of opposing worlds) to be adequately informed about the advantages and disadvantages. Starting from their own use claim should take the equipment once in the hand, try and think about how the average utilization might look like. What data, photos or music I want to have on the device here. How could the co-operation with the rest of my technical equipment look etc. Derived from each based (hopefully sufficient information) has the choice to decide.
Finally, the devices are not cheap. Speaking: You think of the new acquisition and the high resale value.
5. Conclusion
A very good smartphone in a completely revised (compared to its predecessor) design, which I really like. Designed the iPhone (as with the predecessors also) towards a smooth use without much Einstellerei. This is achieved through a concerted symbiosis of hardware and software. About restrictions on the connectivity and expandability you should inform yourself beforehand.
Based on the use of claims, the iPhone for many a perfect companion in everyday life to be.
Anyone who has read up here: I have to apologize me for the text being too long geratenen. I hope this was for one or another somewhat helpful.
