IPhone 6 and 6 plus drop test

[Matt C]

The 6+ is no bigger than some of the Samsung and LG offerings. I think it's badass and If I hadn't just recently got the 5S I would get the 6+ in a heartbeat! A case is just a reassurance incase of an accident. I use a Lifeproof case on my 5s and its not bulky or anything. That video was really useless though.

[Kingair]

Originally Posted by Matt C

The 6+ is no bigger than some of the Samsung and LG offerings. I think it's badass and If I hadn't just recently got the 5S I would get the 6+ in a heartbeat! A case is just a reassurance incase of an accident. I use a Lifeproof case on my 5s and its not bulky or anything. That video was really useless though.

Your right it's a useless video but at least he dropped them . . . . and am I glad it wasn't mine

[Psmith]

Quality, slim-fitting cases are available for pennies online if you search around. I use a Terrapin transparent TPU case on a 5S which adds almost nothing to the overall size. Is it really worth the hassle and inconvenience of a broken screen to go 'naked'?

[linesiders]

I use a Lifeproof and so does my kid. While I don't swim with it I do wadefish and it has been soaked by waves with no issue - my kid had dropped his a few times, no issue. As for my wife, lets just say I now know how to replace a 5C screen.

Going to get the 6 or + in a couple months. I have a Droid MAX (6") for work and my 4S looks puny in comparison

[anothernewphone]

The last time I put a case on an iPhone was 2008. I have never broken a button or cracked a screen. I've also never dropped my phone like you will see in these drop tests. No device is going to survive these, but as salesman, I recommend cases all the time, and never use one.

[Ed Rooney]

I've always done minimal cases on iPhone. I had a Bumper in my 4s and then an Incipio feather in my 5. So far my 6 is naked, but I have an Incipio on order for things like camping and golf.

[vitalsignsrn]

Originally Posted by GermanyMatt

Well spank my ass and call me Sally, if you drop a new iPhone and it lands face down, the screen will more than likely be shattered. I never would have guessed. Thank you, youtube. Thank you so much.

Hi Sally...

Sorry Matt..you sent out a challenge.

There is something called ghost armour here in Toronto. Not sure if suran wrapping your phone will make any difference, but they claim nothing can happen to your phone with this wrap. I have a regular case on my iPhone 5 as I have for all my cell phones I've had. I also put a Zagg front screen cover on mine. No issues at all..

[Matt C]

Originally Posted by vitalsignsrn

Hi Sally...



Sorry Matt..you sent out a challenge.



There is something called ghost armour here in Toronto. Not sure if suran wrapping your phone will make any difference, but they claim nothing can happen to your phone with this wrap. I have a regular case on my iPhone 5 as I have for all my cell phones I've had. I also put a Zagg front screen cover on mine. No issues at all..

Wow that Ghost Armor is badass! Here's a video I found, I'm gonna check this stuff out for sure, I have a case on my phone but it would be nice to go commando without too much worry! http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5FbQMpmicFk

[rr-nyc]

Originally Posted by Laszlo

Maybe the iPhone 7 will live up to the hype. I still cannot get over that it still has an 8MP camera. really?

Samsung is already toying with 55MP.

Is pixel count your gauge of camera quality? I have a Nikon D700 with 12.1 megapixels and will guarantee it will take better pictures that any 55 megapixel samsung phone.

Even in an apples-to-apples comparison, the iPhone still beat all the other camera phones. http://gizmodo.com/the-best-smartpho...ium=socialflow

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by rr-nyc

Is pixel count your gauge of camera quality? I have a Nikon D700 with 12.1 megapixels and will guarantee it will take better pictures that any 55 megapixel samsung phone.

Even in an apples-to-apples comparison, the iPhone still beat all the other camera phones. http://gizmodo.com/the-best-smartpho...ium=socialflow

I think from a mass-consumer perspective pixel-count means a lot, especially when it comes down to a final purchase decision. We're talking about mass-consumers here - avid photographers who understand the science are the exception.

[bayerische]

Yeah, pixels aren't important once you're already at 8MPix. What is important is the size of the pixels. I guess Apples iPhone 6 has the biggest pixels on the market currently. Will mean great sharp pictures even when dark.

10MPix is really tops what a "consumer" will ever need.

[Piloto]

Originally Posted by bayerische

Yeah, pixels aren't important once you're already at 8MPix. What is important is the size of the pixels. I guess Apples iPhone 6 has the biggest pixels on the market currently. Will mean great sharp pictures even when dark.

10MPix is really tops what a "consumer" will ever need.

Agreed.

You can have 10000MP on a cell phone. You will just have a crappy picture taking up a lot of space on the memory board. The limitation will be that pinhole camera lens and aperture. The small opening only allows so much light in. Add the small sensor, and it still is JUST a cell phone camera.

If you want good pictures, you still need to carry a decent point and shoot, or DSLR.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by rr-nyc

Cases make these phones look ridiculous and I have no idea why people care about the looks if they will have it covered in rubber and plastic.

I don't care what my phones looks like, that's why I always buy an Otter Box for mine.

I don't buy iPhones, but if I did, well, the fact is, I wouldn't, so it doesn't matter.

[GB-man]

I am not surprised this fool managed to break two iphones by dropping them on concrete For 7.5m views and considering he probably has insurance I shouldn't be calling him a fool.

I don't do rubbers on my iphone. Ruins the all the fun.

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by rr-nyc

Even in an apples-to-apples comparison, the iPhone still beat all the other camera phones. http://gizmodo.com/the-best-smartpho...ium=socialflow

The iPhone didn't win the contest that you provided a link to, the Lumia did, out of the 6 disciplines set the winners were.

Detail: Lumia
Colour/Tone: iPhone6/5
Low Light: Lumia
Flash: HTC One
Autofocus: Galaxy S5
HDR: Galaxy S5

Quote: Among our contenders, we think the Lumia 1020 is the highest achiever, with its crisp detail, great low light performance, and good flash. Unfortunately, some out there may prefer to take photos with a log (or HTC One M8) than use a Windows Phone as their daily driver. If you're one of them, the natural color and low-light chops of the iPhone 6 win out. It was a bit of a surprise to not see more of a bump in performance in the iPhone 6 over the 5s; there was an improvement in low light, but other than that there was nothing separating the two. Still, it stands out as the most well-rounded alternative. Unquote.

In fairness though, I always managed to get better photos (IMHO) with my iPhones than I have managed with my Galaxy phones, it may be just me but I found taking photos with the iPhone more intuitive and somewhat easier and I preferred the end product (the photo) better than I do with my S5.

[Baco Noir]

Don't put it in your pants pocket and sit down either...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/anthonyk...-its-own-good/

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by Baco Noir

Don't put it in your pants pocket and sit down either...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/anthonyk...-its-own-good/

Yeah, just posted the video bend test that was inspired by the complaints. Shocking to say the least.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=373930

[rr-nyc]

Originally Posted by daveathall

The iPhone didn't win the contest that you provided a link to, the Lumia did, out of the 6 disciplines set the winners were.

Detail: Lumia
Colour/Tone: iPhone6/5
Low Light: Lumia
Flash: HTC One
Autofocus: Galaxy S5
HDR: Galaxy S5

Quote: Among our contenders, we think the Lumia 1020 is the highest achiever, with its crisp detail, great low light performance, and good flash. Unfortunately, some out there may prefer to take photos with a log (or HTC One M8) than use a Windows Phone as their daily driver. If you're one of them, the natural color and low-light chops of the iPhone 6 win out. It was a bit of a surprise to not see more of a bump in performance in the iPhone 6 over the 5s; there was an improvement in low light, but other than that there was nothing separating the two. Still, it stands out as the most well-rounded alternative. Unquote.

In fairness though, I always managed to get better photos (IMHO) with my iPhones than I have managed with my Galaxy phones, it may be just me but I found taking photos with the iPhone more intuitive and somewhat easier and I preferred the end product (the photo) better than I do with my S5.

I copied and pasted the wrong link. I meant to post a link to a business insider article comparing the iPhone 6, Galaxy S5, and Moto X but I'm too lazy to google it now

[rr-nyc]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I don't care what my phones looks like, that's why I always buy an Otter Box for mine.

I don't buy iPhones, but if I did, well, the fact is, I wouldn't, so it doesn't matter.

Fair enough. People that buy otterbox's do so without any regard to appearance, clearly

[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by daveathall

Check out Vaja cases Wes, I had one for my iPhone 3GS, it was absolutely stunning. Not cheap but when one may be laying out over 700 quid for a phone it seems quite reasonable.

http://www.vajacases.com/iphone-6-leather-cases



.

Those cases look luxurious, but no case looks as nice as a "naked" phone. It's a trade off, of course. A case provides added security. Like I said, though I've always had a case, I've never needed one.

Of course, after saying this, I'm positive that I've jinxed myself.

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by rr-nyc

I copied and pasted the wrong link. I meant to post a link to a business insider article comparing the iPhone 6, Galaxy S5, and Moto X but I'm too lazy to google it now

I've done the same thing many times.

Edit:

I found the test that I think you meant to reference and agree the iPhone wins this one, I think it is also a better test (IMHO).

http://www.businessinsider.com/iphon...-camera-2014-9

[Lion]

I guess I'm missing the point...but I would imagine most glass items when dropped will shatter/break...especially when landing on concrete or asphalt surfaces. As for using a case to protect my iPhone's...I choose to use an OtterBox Defender or a Lifeproof case. I do not not want to spend the time or hassle replacing broken glass screens when there are cases to protect the glass screen from breaking.....each to their own and that of course is why we have choices!!!

[GermanyMatt]

Hey, is that an iPhone in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?

[Kingair]

Originally Posted by GermanyMatt

Hey, is that an iPhone in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?

Than you really need to bent it . . . .