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Apple iPhone 6
4.7" Retina HD
Apple A8 Chip
Touch ID
8MP iSight Camera
Up to 128GB
LTE Connectivity
iOS 8
Li-ion Battery
Anodised Aluminium
Lightning Connector
Apple iPhone 6
Display System
4.7-inch LED-backlit Retina HD
1334 x 750 resolution at 326 ppi
Platform
Apple A8 chip (64-bit)
M8 motion coprocessor
Camera System
8MP iSight rear camera (f/2.2)
FaceTime HD front camera
Power
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Lightning charging interface
Connectivity
LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0
NFC for Apple Pay
Memory & Storage
16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB options
Nano-SIM card tray
Timeline & Release Details
The Apple iPhone 6 was announced on 9 September 2014, and released in the United States on 19 September 2014. It represents a major design evolution for the iPhone series, featuring a larger display and a new unibody aluminium construction.
- Canonical model family: A1549 / A1586 / A1589
- Announcement: 9 September 2014
- Release Date: 19 September 2014
Physical Structure
The iPhone 6 is constructed with a precision unibody enclosure of anodised aluminium, featuring a flat front glass that curves at the edges to meet the aluminium frame.
- Dimensions: 5.44 x 2.64 x 0.27 inches
- Weight: 4.55 ounces (129 grams)
- Materials: Anodised aluminium back, glass front
- Colours: Silver, Gold, Space Grey
Display System
The device utilises a Retina HD display with dual-domain pixels, which provides wide viewing angles and accurate colour reproduction.
- Type: LED-backlit widescreen Multi-Touch
- Resolution: 1334 x 750 pixels
- Density: 326 ppi
- Features: Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, Display Zoom, Reachability
Camera System
The iSight camera features Focus Pixels for faster autofocus and a large f/2.2 aperture. Video capabilities include 1080p recording at 60 fps and 240 fps slow-motion support.
- Rear Camera: 8-megapixel iSight with 1.5µ pixels
- Front Camera: FaceTime HD with HDR and burst mode
- Video: 1080p HD video recording, cinematic video stabilisation, time-lapse
Platform & Software
The iPhone 6 is powered by the Apple A8 chip, which utilises a 64-bit desktop-class architecture, and includes the M8 motion coprocessor for continuous motion tracking.
- Chipset: Apple A8
- Coprocessor: M8 motion coprocessor
- OS: iOS 8 (at launch)
- Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, barometer
Key Features
- Security: Touch ID fingerprint sensor integrated into the Home button
- Payments: Apple Pay support via Secure Element
- Connectivity: LTE download speeds up to 150 Mbps, VoLTE, and Wi-Fi calling
Battery & Charging
- Battery: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
- Charging: Lightning connector
Connectivity & Sensors
- Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
- Cellular: LTE, support for up to 20 LTE bands
- SIM: Nano-SIM
Summary
The Apple iPhone 6 is a landmark device that introduced a larger 4.7-inch form factor, the A8 chip, and Apple Pay. It remains a notable model for its transition to a thinner, curved-glass design and its integration of advanced motion sensing and secure payment technologies.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$199 |