Review: iPhone 6

Text and photos Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Marrying stunning hardware with killer software has been Apple's way, and the iPhone 6, it's most important product, moves the ecosystem forward in terms of device, software (iOS 8, OS X) and services (iCloud, Continuity, Apple Pay).

Apple’s popular iPhone hit its landmark 7th year and counters the challenge posed by competitors on a number of fronts.

iPhone 6 features an all-new seamless unibody design, a second generation  64-bit A8 processor and M8 coprocessor, a new camera sensor with enhanced video features and better focus and low light performance, NFC for payments, a Barometer, as well as the most LTE bands (20) on any smartphone in the market.

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iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus pre-orders top 4 million units in 24-hours

Setting another record for pre-orders, Apple said today that the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, the largest iPhones ever made, received over 4 million pre-orders. The devices, which come to stores on September 19th, are expected to be in short supply, so we should see some lines of people trying to get the devices on day one. Many iPhone preorders aren't scheduled to get to customers until October.

"Demand for the new iPhones exceeds the initial pre-order supply and while a significant amount will be delivered to customers beginning on Friday and throughout September, many iPhone pre-orders are scheduled to be delivered in October. Additional supply of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus will be available to walk-in customers on Friday, September 19 at 8:00 a.m.," said a statement from Apple.

Vizio's SmartTV's and audio products now available at Future Shop

Future Shop welcomed the arrival of VIZIO’s award-winning Smart TV and audio collection both in-store and online at Futureshop.ca. VIZIO is known as the number-one Smart TVs, and sound bar company²in America, and has been a highly coveted brand by Future Shop customers for the past few years.

“Adding VIZIO to our assortment further cements our top position as Canada’s preferred destination for all things related to creating the ultimate home theatre,” said Jason Abrams, director of televisions, Future Shop. “We’re confident VIZIO will be a hit from day one. In the past year, VIZIO’s brand has been a very popular search term on Futureshop.ca. Clearly, Canadians want VIZIO HDTVs and audio products in their homes and we’re thrilled we can fill this gap through our best-in-class multi-channel experience, combining more than 30 years store experience with our online and mobile capabilities, including our popular reserve online, pick-up in store option.” Super. Hit jump for details.

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Want a OnePlus One invite? We have three to give

Interested Canadian Reviewer readers who want an invite to purchase the OnePlus One 64GB Sandstone Black (costing US $349.00 plus import taxes) model only need to post a comment below with their email address, we will pick three winners later on today and they have around 5 days to purchase the device if they so desire. One of this year's most interesting smartphones, the OnePlus One is available only through an invitation system and while stock has been limited since April when the device launched, it has proven to be an amazing device in every way. We hope to pick three winners soon.

Update on Friday, September 12, 2014 at 3:19PM by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Done! We've picked three winners and have sent the invites to the email addresses they provided. Thanks for your interest and those that got the invites, you have six days to make the purchase. Please let us know if you change you mind (gadjo@canadianreviewer.com) so we can choose someone else to take advantage of this offer. Happy Weekend!