Apple iPhone 6s Plus Pro Reviews

Apple has reinvigorated its phablet without rewriting the playbook thanks to its smart 3D Touch technology and a more power under the hood. It's not the upgrade some will have been hoping for, but it's the upgrade we've got.

Right off the bat, if we compare the Note 7 to a 64GB iPhone 6s Plus, their prices are about the same (though you do have the option for a 16 GB 6s Plus at $100 less). However, with the latter scheduled for an the update come September, its price will likely drop by $100 very soon. Overall, however, things are quite complicted. Design-wise, the Note 7 has more sensible dimensions and better one-handed experience. Both come off as exquisite, though the 6s Plus appers to be more considered, with cleaner lines and more symmetric look all-around. On the display front, if you're fortunate enough to get a Note 7 unit with a well-balanced display (we assume this means most units in the US, but we can't be fully certain), then things would be pretty much on par (provided you're using the Basic screen mode on the Note). In case you're not so lucky, however, and get a Note 7 with a display that is way off (such as one of the two Note 7 units we got; probably most international ones), then the iPhone 6s Plus will consistently deliver the better viewing experience.

The LG G5 comes with a brand new modular chassis and a dual camera solution that amount to a unique phone amongst this season's flagships. It is smaller and easier to handle than the iPhone 6s Plus, though the craftsmanship leaves something to be desired in comparison. If you have no use for the still-limited portfolio of extra LG Friends module attachments, though, the G5 doesn't offer something to really set it apart from the 6s Plus in terms of everyday usage like software performance or camera quality. The iPhone has one big basic advantage, however, and that is a much better battery life, which in real life often trumps added options that you may rarely use.The basic 6s Plus is slightly more expensive than the LG G5, though, and offers less storage, plus it is big and a chore to handle and carry around in comparison. Thus, if you aren't sold on the superiority of its software ecosystem and stellar battery life, the G5 is one of the svelter flagship alternatives on the Android side of the fence, if you don't mind its faster value depreciation.

Now is the time for us to say which of these two phones is better than the other, but that's tricky, to say the least, knowing that both have a lot to stand their grounds with. The shiny new Galaxy S7 edge won us over with its more compact dimensions, unusual design, and camera that performs rather good in low-light situations. Plus, we do appreciate the benefits of having expandable storage and the peace of mind, knowing that the handset is water-resistant. If you're the kind of person that lives and breathes smartphones, that likes to be on the cutting edge of technology, that enjoys knowing that the handset in their pocket is packed to the brim with features, then the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge is the phone you should take a look at. On the other hand, the iPhone 6s Plus is a worthy rival with its superior software user experience and killer app ecosystem. It isn't that big of a match for hardcore geeks as the S7 edge, but it is a great choce for those looking for a no-nonsense smartphone that does it all, without the unnecessary bells and whistles. Sure, it might not be water-tight, but our tests show that it stands taller than the S7 edge when it comes to battery life. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide which phone to pick - the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge or the iPhone 6s Plus. In our opinion, you can't go wrong with either of them.

For the money, the LG G4 offers an interesting (though not as impressive as Apple's) design, big (though not color-accurate) display, decent (but not fantastic) performance, competent software functionality (but no fingerprint scanner), a camera with plenty of potential (that's not consistently great in Auto mode), and the freedom to add a microSD card or replace its empty battery with a charged one. That's a strong package overall, but then again, the iPhone 6s Plus' price premium will be well worth it for some users. Apple's phablet looks fantastic, has a much more color-accurate screen, moves swiftly and reliably, takes very good photos, and has excellent battery life. Great as it is, the LG G4 simply lacks the kind of pedantic polish that differentiates Apple from others in the smartphone game. With all of this in mind, it's up to you to decide which handset suits your needs better. Truth be told, you can't go wrong with either, but you must consider that both phablets serve different types of users. Thus, those who want an elegant and reliable phablet for consuming multimedia, making mobile payments, and playing games with silky-smooth framerates will find the iPhone 6s Plus fantastic for their needs. Power users, though, might prefer the LG G4 for its competent multitasking, file format freedom, the camera's Manual mode, and the ability to add a microSD card or replace the battery on a whim. And if you also happen to be price-conscious, this is another point of interest for LG's hero phone.

The iPhone 6s Plus for Sprint can tap into LTE speeds that previous iPhones could only dream of.

If you aren't already too invested in iOS or Android, just enter the store, grab the phones, and pick whichever you think looks better and fits your palm and pocket well – you can't go wrong with either one. If you have to switch sides, though, better stick with your current ecosystem, as neither one is that more enticing than the other to warrant the swap, unless you are really curious. Last but not least, don't forget that the $750 iPhone 6s Plus starts you off with 16 GB of storage only, while the basic 32 GB Note5 can now be had for $650 or even less, which can also tip the scales for you.

The iPhone 6s Plus brings better LTE coverage for T-Mobile, making it absolutely worth the upgrade.

Apple’s new phablet is indeed an improvement over its predecessor, it’s better, faster, and stronger in every respect. Then again, can’t we say the same thing about each successive iPhone ever? Still, the competition makes for a compelling argument as well – more so when some of them match, or even surpass the iPhone 6s Plus in some categories. But we find ourselves struggling when trying to think of any other handset which is this well balanced in everything that it does.

Thanks to its big, beautiful screen, fast performance, and excellent optical image stabilization for video capture, the Apple iPhone 6s Plus is the ultimate phablet on Verizon.