Okay so I have officially had my iPhone 6 for 2 whole days now! I am so excited it feels like Christmas in September! The day I received the email saying when my phone would arrive was like Christmas Eve but the entire day I was waiting for it (okay so maybe it was only like 6 hours) was like torture. When I finally heard that FedEx truck door slam I ran downstairs and out the door so fast I think I scared the FedEx Guy!
Let’s start from the start.
I have had my iPhone 4G for nearly 3 years. I love iPhone and a die hard Apple Customer. Still my 4G was a 16 GB and once I started Blogging let’s just say those all went pretty fast. I was at the point where I would have to delete 2-3 Apps just to get enough space to snap a few pics of an event or special day. Then I would have to upload the photos off and replace the Apps. Crazy right? Don’t even get me started on needing to do an actual Software Update. I would sit there watching all my favorite Apps and they shook and shimmied while I decided which ones needed to be sacrificed for the latest update.
When I heard about the iPhone 6 release date I was beyond excited that it was a mere month after my upgrade eligibility. I was determined to wait it out and get it. Needles to say after maxing out my 4G, I was definitely going to get more than 16GB this time around maybe 64GB? Then my Hubby saw that they were offering the iPhone 6 with a 128GB storage capability he said to get it. Well what he actually said:
“Get the 128GB , get what you need before you need it.”
-The Hubby
This is my Hubby’s theory on just about everything and even though I wasn’t sure I would need that much on my phone (I mean my iPad is 128GB) I still decided to follow his advice. Better safe that sorry right? I knew that I wanted to use my phone for maintaining my Blog on the go, recording Vlogs and staying on top of my Social Media plus still be able to have fun with it through games and convenience apps.
Pre-Order
I decided to pre-order because I hate lines, I hate crowds and I hate waiting. I placed my order on Friday the 19th and the order said my iPhone 6 wouldn’t ship for 7-14 days BUT I had a feeling that was to give themselves space in case of any stock issues. Sure enough I received my shipment confirmation on Saturday and that’s when all the waiting started.
It’s Here!
I chose the Gold iPhone 6 (4.7″ screen) and as you know with 128GB of storage. I didn’t select the Plus which is 5.7″ because I felt it would simply be too big. I am only 5’2″and that means tiny hands.
[tweetthis]I’m livin’ the Golden life with my #iPhone6 #ios8 updates & features! #MrsTeeH[/tweetthis]
So fast forward to having my little beauty in my hand and figuring out all the new features and benefits of ios8…
Did You Know?
? You can replace or add to your security with a thumbprint?
I have always had a passcode on my phone but now you can also add your thumbprint to use for unlocking, purchasing and approving things on your iPhone!
? The iPhone 6 has a TIPS App?
This App will give you all the cool new ios8 features and well…tips
? Siri can now tell you what song you’re listening to?
Just ask “What song is this?”
? You can take Selfies easier than ever?
On my 4G I had an App that let me take selfies with a timer (no more awkward long arms)
Now with ios8 your camera has a built in Selfie Timer
? You can set a reply notification for emails you are watching for replies from?
Just tap the flag icon within your email and select Notify Me
? You can see what time you sent a message?
Drag your message bubble to the left and you reveal a time stamp
? You can share Apps as a family?
Buy the app once and you can share it with the rest of your family who has a iPhone through iCloud
These are just a few of the things I have discovered so far and I know I will keep finding more as I explore it and make it truly my own. Still, I am so in love with my iPhone 6 and can’t wait to keep liven’ my life like it’s golden with all of these amazing updates and features!
Are you an iPhone user?
Do you think you will make the iPhone 6 upgrade?
What is your favorite Did You Know Tip?
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I’m the one surviving iPhone user in mine. Lol. Thanks for hosting.
I am an iPhone chicky too 😉 I've had every iPhone LOL. I love the family sharing too…but I wasn't sure if that came with the ios 8 update or not. Same with the "health". I can track my steps on the iPhone now. 🙂
Enjoy!!
Thanks for sharing!
Me Too! My family has gone over to the Android side but I am iPhone for Life 😀 Yes, the Health App is a great idea too. I think those both came with the update even if you don’t get the 6… Thanks for coming by 😀
Kid at Christmas for sure, enjoy. Though I love new gadgets this one didn't grab me because way to big for my liking. Again enjoy and btw love your hairstyle :)!
Definitely 🙂 I did think the size may be an issue but I’m getting use to it easily. I wouldn’t have gone for the plus but the 4.7″ is perfect. Thank You 😀
I don't have an iPhone, but I love my iPad mini… with the new iPhone 6 I'm definitely thinking of switching! Love that leopard background!
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I love all things Apple because you can sync them all up so easily. Thanks!! Got it from a Blogger friend\’s Etsy shop… 🙂
I am an android girl, but I know lots of people who are really excited about this phone!
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I’m the last standing apple user in my home full of androids…lol
What fun! My husband ordered himself a new iPhone because he's due for an upgrade, and I can't wait to tinker with his because, while I love my 5S, it's running out of space quick. (I'm such a cheapskate, and I need to follow your hubby's advice of getting the storage you need before you need it because OMG, I have to delete things ALL THE TIME from my phone.)
I hope you're having a fabulous time with your new phone! So excited for you!
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Yes! I am like a kid with a new toy…I keep finding new things and options. So fun 🙂 You are going to want one of your own after you tinker with his a bit 😀 The storage thing was such a big issue…I am so glad I listened to the Hubby (shhh…don\’t tell him 🙂
Thanks so much for coming by Erin!
Not gonna lie. I'm pretty jealous right now. LOL. I still have the iPhone 4 although I'm seriously considering taking Verizon up on their Trade-In deal. How much bigger is the 6? I can't decide if I should get the 6 Plus. I'm worried it will be too big.
I would. It is definitely a big difference from the 4: the size, the speed is amazing and the updates and features. I’m loving the thumbprint thing. The 6 is a bit bigger than the 4 but you can get used to it. I wouldn’t get the Plus because that is a full inch bigger and I think that would just be too much.
You know I'm an Apple girl! I have a 5, and right now I don't plan to upgrade, but who knows! Its so awesome you're enjoying your phone. The possibilities with that little guy are endless!
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Woot! Woot! I don’t know if I would have been so anxious if it weren’t for my lack of storage but I am definitely enjoying all the new stuff 😀
I can't wait until I get mine!
Are you waiting a while or did you order? 😀
Oh, you KNOW you weren't the only person who jumped at the Fedex guy that day because of an iPhone!
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Haha! Yeah that guy was looking at me like I was crazy but I didn\’t even care! LOL 😀
Nope I'm not a Apple products user, I'm #TeamAndriod. But enjoy using your new phone!
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Boooo! LOL…I still love you but I just can’t get used to androids at all. I think I’ll be #TeamiPhone for life! Thanks for coming by Lou 😀
I got to the AT&T store Friday at 7am (they opened at 8) and was out the door with my new iPhone 6 (64 GB in Space Grey) by 8:30! There were people who had camped out over night to be first in line
That’s awesome! i actually never buy when they first come out because I’m always nervous about the bugs…but I was overdue and I had to have the storage for Bloggy Bootcamp…LOL I’m glad you got in and out without the need to campus 😀
It is beautiful! I love the gold color… I am jealous! I got an iPhone 5 two years ago and I will probably wait, because my phone is still working really good for me… and the iPhone's aren't cheap 🙂 My husband is thinking of switching from Android to an iPhone this Christmas, tho 🙂
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Thanks Carrie! I do to…first I was going to get Silver because I rarely wear or do anything gold but it’s definitely growing on me 😀 No they aren’t! That’s why I was so glad the release lined up with my upgrade eligibility…I am the lone surviving iPhone user in my home…and I’m okay with it. I hate androids! LOL