I restored from the latest backup from iCloud and then activated over the phone.
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I restored from the latest backup from iCloud and then activated over the phone.
To be more specific, in case someone will be following these steps, here is how I transferred all my settings from iPhone 5 to iPhone 6:
Here is what I did on my old iPhone 5 in preparation for the upgrade:
1. Upgraded to iOS 8 (this step probably wasn't necessary, but i did it just in case 2 days in advance)
2. Made sure backup to iCloud was enabled (in iCloud settings)
3. Reviewed the list of items being backed up (in General Settings under Usage/Manage Storage), made sure that all important items were included, e.g. photos and videos.
4. Ran the Backup (in iCloud settings under Backup selected Back Up Now) - with my Wi-Fi connection this took 2 hours.
5. After completing the Backup I turned the Airplane Mode on to prevent any further changes on the old phone.
On the new iPhone 6:
6. I followed the initial onscreen configuration steps, connected to Wi-Fi.
7. When prompted, I selected the option to restore from my latest iCloud backup.
8. Once the setup was complete, I called AT&T to activate the phone (the number to call was included in the box)
9. As instructed on the phone, I turned the phone off for 5 minutes. When I turned it back on the phone was activated.
10. The initial configuration and phone activation took just a few minutes, but then I waited more than an hour for all my apps to load.
That's basically it. I also had to re-enter all of my email passwords (which were not saved in the backup for security reasons).
Thanks for the info on backup.
I don't think I remember calling to activate but I had always used iTunes.
Are folders there also for apps on the 6 like it was on 5 or did you need to create folders again?
I don't think I remember calling to activate but I had always used iTunes.
Are folders there also for apps on the 6 like it was on 5 or did you need to create folders again?
Ilya- how long did they give you to turn in your old phone? And- by mail or to an Apple Store, your option?
Yes, all folders and apps came back exactly as they were on iPhone 5. A few new Apple apps were automatically added, which I didn't have installed before, like Numbers, Pages, Garage Band, etc.
Also I now have one extra line for icons, because the screen is bigger. Actually, during the installation I was given a choice either to use enlarged icons (in which case I wouldn't have the extra line), or to use smaller icons, which look about the same size as on iPhone 5.
I don't have to turn in my old phone. However, AT&T has a great trade-in promotion right now: they will give me $200 for any working iPhone (4 or above, $300 for 5s). I have received an email from AT&T confirming my eligibility and with instructions how to do it on-line. The promotion ends on September 30.
My plan is to pass my old (but recently replaced) iPhone 5 to another family member and trade in an iPhone 4.
Today I used my iPhone 6 Plus a lot through the day... and at the moment my battery had 45% life left, which is very good. Normally by around 6pm its around 20%. I used it today more then I would normally use it, so I am very happy with the battery life.
Does it feel awkward in your hand?Today I used my iPhone 6 Plus a lot through the day... and at the moment my battery had 45% life left, which is very good. Normally by around 6pm its around 20%. I used it today more then I would normally use it, so I am very happy with the battery life.
Or did it take some getting use to.
I'm 99% leaning to the Plus.
Thanks.I don't have to turn in my old phone. However, AT&T has a great trade-in promotion right now: they will give me $200 for any working iPhone (4 or above, $300 for 5s). I have received an email from AT&T confirming my eligibility and with instructions how to do it on-line. The promotion ends on September 30.
My plan is to pass my old (but recently replaced) iPhone 5 to another family member and trade in an iPhone 4.
Really.
I'll have to check, but I don't think I'm eligible yet. If they let me go early, I might Spring before I lose the credit. If not, I guess I'll be waiting for the iPhone 7 or 8.
There is no iPad's "landscape" mode on iPhone 6, if that's what you mean. It's only on iPhone 6 Plus.
As for applications that use landscape orientation - they work fine in Zoom View. I think they use the same resolution as iPhone 5, but on a bigger screen.
As for applications that use landscape orientation - they work fine in Zoom View. I think they use the same resolution as iPhone 5, but on a bigger screen.
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Cannot landscape the home screen when in zoom mode. Others apps if they support it, yes.
That's on 6 Plus. On iPhone 6 you can't landscape the home screen at all. Even in Standard View.
I went to an AT&T store today to trade in an old iPhone 4. Got a $200 card. Not bad at all!
The card can only be used at AT&T, but that's ok with me. I will just pay my monthly bill with it.
The card can only be used at AT&T, but that's ok with me. I will just pay my monthly bill with it.
The trade-in from Verizon for my wife's iPhone 4S will go to purchase my son an iPhone 6 for his birthday. My wife will take my 5S, and therefore... I will also get a 6. And will then trade in Nicks 5. The games we play. Should only cost us $200 total.
Now I need to figure out if this Edge program is worth it. I truly am not sure. Anyone with advice on that? We will have 3 phones on a 6 or 8GB plan.
Now I need to figure out if this Edge program is worth it. I truly am not sure. Anyone with advice on that? We will have 3 phones on a 6 or 8GB plan.
