Have you caught the iPhone 6 fever that’s spreading across the world? With six new versions of the latest iPhone 6 now on the market, you definitely should consider either upgrading or buying your first iPhone ever. The choice shouldn’t be made impulsively, though, as you first need to determine what you expect from a mobile phone and also, which type of contract is best for you.
More and more people these days are opting out of the traditional mobile contract, where you pay an upfront fee to get a new phone (plus an added cost to your monthly payments over two years). Because there are literally hundreds of different plans out there to choose from, we decided to take a gander at some affordable SIM-only solutions that will help you get the best balance on service and price. If you want to know what’s new with the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus before you make a purchase, then continue reading to find out more about the phone and a couple of well-balanced plans.
iPhone 6: What Is New?
While the main tenets of the iPhone infrastructure remain the same, there are a few new modifications that set it apart from previous versions. The biggest change that people are noticing is the difference in screen size: the iPhone 6 has a 4.7 inch screen, while the iPhone 6 Plus has a whopping 5.5 inch screen. Even though the iPhone in the past has had excellent battery life, Apple has expanded its capacity even more (from 1500 mAh to 1800 mAh). One more perk is that Apple released its latest version of iOS, version 8, to amplify the power of the iPhone 6.
Two Well-Balanced SIM-Only Plans
In the age of increased freedom and access to technology, more people have decided that they don’t want to be tied down to convention contracts. Instead of agreeing to a two-year contract that allows you to pay less upfront (but more over time), a SIM-only contract only provides service, with the responsibility falling upon you to purchase a phone at full cost. Most SIM-only contracts last only for one year, which will allow you to adjust your rates and plan specifications more often.
GiffGaff is a huge mobile service provider and offers plenty of different SIM-only plans all across the United Kingdom (for a full list of all plans offered by GiffGaff and others, visit SIM Only Expert). We’ve looked for a balance in both price and service, and we found one reasonable GiffGaff plan that is great for most iPhone 6 users. With 250 minutes of talk time, unlimited texting and unlimited data at 3G speeds, you’ll only pay £12 per month for it all. This particular plan comes with a 12-month contract, but again, you won’t have to pay extra upfront in order to get your hands on a phone that’s prorated into your monthly payments. If you want to take a look at everything else GiffGaff has to offer, click here to find many other different types of plans.
Three also is a popular solution for mobile users who prefer to be tied down as little as possible, and they provide great data and voice service across the country. At £10 per month for one of their basic plans, you’ll get 4G data (up to 1 GB), unlimited texting capability and up to 600 minutes of call time each month.
Which iPhone Should I Get?
How can you be for sure which iPhone 6 model is right for you, with so many from which to choose? Ultimately, your decision will be made based on price, screen size and storage. The base models of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus cost £539 and £599, respectively. Each of these include 16 GB of storage. The mid-level models cost £619 and £699, and come with 64 GB of storage. Last but not least, the high-end versions of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus cost £699 and £789, with 128 GB of space included. The main difference between the 6 and 6 Plus is the screen size; the internals are virtually identical.
Don’t Rush
If you don’t have an iPhone yet, don’t worry: you have plenty of time to make a decision. When you rush to judgement, you’re bound to make a bad decision – one that can cost you hundreds of pounds more over one or two years. Please, take the time to evaluate any phone or plan purchase carefully.
