Finally, Apple launched the most awaited device of 2014 iPhone 6. The phone has already touched the shelves of the markets and available for the customers. Users have begun to evaluate all the features and options available on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
On the other hand, HTC flaunted HTC One M8 which is the best Smartphone of the year in March. Shortly after its release Apple launched the biggest rival of HTC one M8 that is iPhone 6. Unquestionably, there is a wide range of smartphones available in the market, which makes decisions a lot more difficult task. We have mentioned some key features of iPhone 6 and HTC One M8 below for the convenience of potential buyers.
The sales of iPhone 6 marked it as the most successful device in the history of Apple. The product relatively has few really big modifications as compared to the previously launched iPhones. The two devices iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has a really sleek and unique design.
On the other hand, HTC One M8 is a device that is all covered with an aluminum frame.
Buyers will see several options when they visit the market in order to purchase a new Smartphone. The phones that will instantly get the attention of customers would be iPhone 6 and HTC One M8.
Truthfully, no one can make a decision on your behalf. Moreover, the needs, preferences and budgets vary from one buyer to another. We can merely fill you up with some significant information to make the decision a bit easier.
Design:
The most surprising thing is that both iPhone 6 and HTC oneM8 has a remarkable metal design. Hence, customers have to think a lot for choosing any one of them. Keep in mind that iPhone 6 is going out of stock so it is better to make a quick decision. Nevertheless, we will give a brief information related to the design of the two phones.
HTC has enhanced some main areas of the smartphone, but the overall design is pretty similar to the last model. The HTC One M8 comes with a unibody aluminum frame along with some plastic pieces near the back of the radios.
Whereas, iPhone 6 has a more rounded edges, unlike all the previous versions of iPhones. However, the most noteworthy thing is that these round edges are certainly different from other iPhones, but quite similar to the HTC One M8. Undoubtedly, the device is easier to hold, but it is also very slippery and can get damaged without the case.
The back of iPhone 6 is all wrapped with aluminum design. Moreover, these back cuts are packed with plastic for the radios and antennas. It is considered as the second largest iPhone that comes with a sleek design.
Apple and HTC are the companies that manufacture relatively better hardware as compared to LG and Samsung. Therefore, buyers can blindly trust them for the built and design of smartphones.
The front speaker of the HTC One M8 is the only thing which makes it different from iPhone 6. As far as the speaker of iPhone 6 is concerned, they have definitely great sound, but still it cannot beat the speakers of HTC One M8.
Display:
The display is the foremost thing that a buyer looks in a Smartphone. Although iPhone 6 contains a 4.7 inch screen, but HTC One M8also has a large display. However, the large display of HTC One M8 has not increased the size of the Smartphone.
Earlier, Apple used to criticize on Samsung for such big devices. At last, the company breaks the tradition due to the high demand of customers and manufactured iPhone 6 with a 5.5 inch display screen. It is positively a very sensible decision of Apple since iPhone 6 generated a large revenue up till now.
The other key factor is the screen size and resolution of iPhone 6 and HTC One M8. The iPhone 6 has a display of 4.7 inch 1334 x 750 (720p) HD whereas HTC One M8 comes with a 5 inch screen. Consequently, HTC One M8 will provide better pictures, videos and visual as compared to the iPhone 6.
Specs:
It is really unwise to compare the spec of iPhone 6 with HTC One M8 as one is Android and the second is iOS. Therefore, we would not get into the argument of dual core and quad core. Following is a comprehensive discussion about the specs and size of the two products. Though one device is larger than the other, but still the sizes are quite similar.
HTC One M8 Specs:
- 5-inch 1920 x 1080p HD display
- 2.3 GHz Quad-core Snapdragon 801 with 2GB RAM
- 32GB internal storage (Micro-SD expansion support)
- 4 Ultrapixel camera (new second Duo Camera) and 5MP front, dual flash
- Android 4.4.4 KitKat with Sense 6
- Front facing speakers, infrared port for remote
- Brushed aluminum design
- 2,600 mAh battery
- 146.4 x 70.6 x 9.4 mm and 160 grams
iPhone 6 Specs:
- 4.7-inch 1334 x 750 HD IPS Retina Display
- 1.4 GHz Dual-core Apple A8 processor with 1GB of RAM
- 16/64/128GB storage, no micro-SD
- 8 Megapixel rear and 1.2 front facing cameras
- Meal design all around
- Apple iOS 8
- Fingerprint scanner with TouchID
- 1,810 mAh battery
- 138.1 x 67 x 6.9 mm and 129 grams
Undoubtedly, it seems like HTC has specially designed HTC One M8 to compete with Phones like iPhone 6 and Samsung Galaxy S5. There is only the difference of a few mm in the height of iPhone 6 and HTC One M8. However, the device has fairly some additional width and weight.
Potential buyers must look at the option of storage of HTC One M8 and iPhone 6. The chief reason behind this warning is that Apple never provides a slot for a micro SD card, whereas HTC has offered the option of expandable storage in the device. The micro SD card will definitely come at a lost cost than the extra storage iPhone 6. Although you can effortlessly get hold of 16, 64, 128 GB of iPhone 6 but in HTC One M8 you have countless storage options.
Price:
The price is the main fear for budget conscious people. The brand new iPhone 6 would certainly cause a lot of burden on your pockets. Customers need to pay a lot of extra money in order to get more storage, which is not a big problem in HTC One M8. The breakdown of the price is given below:
- iPhone 6 16GB – $199 on contract
- iPhone 6 64GB -$299 on contract
- iPhone 6 128GB – $399 on contract
- HTC One M8 32GB – $149 on contract (Verizon)
Following are the prices for the customers who intend to purchase a off contract device.
- iPhone 6 16GB – $649
- iPhone 6 64GB – $749
- iPhone 6 128GB – $849
- HTC One M8 32GB – $599
The HTC One M8 provides additional storage at a reasonable on contract price. However, if you even purchase a 64 GB micro-SD card for it, it would be still cheaper than 128 GB iPhone 6. It is recommended that all the budget conscious people should opt for HTC One M8.
Camera:
Generally, the camera of Apple product offers excellent result. Same is the case with iPhone 6, it has a 8 megapixel camera, but the company has improved it to give better result of images and videos.
On the other hand, HTC One M8 contains a dual 4 megapixel cameras that are present on the back of the device. Some people will go for the iPhone due to the less megapixel camera of HTC One M8.
However, the camera of HTC One M8 is incredibly fast, accurate and performs pretty well. Moreover, the company has added two sensors that promise good images and videos.
The has a remarkable camera, therefore all the camera lovers should go for iPhone 6. However, it is suggested to check the camera of both the devices in the stores.
Apple tried to beat HTC One M8 with its True Tone flash and 240 FPS slow-motion video capture. Nevertheless, HTC gave a tough competition to the camera of iPhone 6 with the option of record 4K video along with some new editing choices.
Conclusion:
It is completely foolish to judge iOS against Android as there is a lot of fan following of both of them. The buyer should focus on the price, carrier, availability, requirements and needs. Eventually, buyer has to use the phone according to his needs.
Deborah Campbell
