this $40 iPhone is still supported by apple!

[@iClassic]

Be sure to check out xCool’s products at www.coolgadget.com/products/xcool-cable-monster-usb-c-charger-cable?ref=kol&+iClassic& and on Amazon!

[@cpyt]

I don't care

[@Oh-That-Guy-Again]

the 7 and the 8 have homebuttons too.

[@SamCoder.]

My Computer Teacher used an iPhone 6s from 2015 up to late 2023... When she upgraded to an iPhone 14... When I asked her in early 2023 if how was her experience using it for that long, she said that the iPhone still ran super-smoothly! She probably updated her iPhone cuz the 6s only had 32 Gigs of storage...

[@SamCoder.]

Surprisingly, her battery lasted for like 6hrs even after running for so long... She has still preserved that iPhone as its extremely valuable for her!!

[@iClassic]

That’s awesome to hear! Yeah, 32gb fills up fast, but the 14 is an amazing device to upgrade to!

[@SamCoder.]

@@iClassic Yes!!

[@marten6578]

32gb model was released in 2016 though

[@SamCoder.]

@@marten6578 Oh really?? idk about this, but she did say that she purchased the iPhone in 2015, and it's a 32 GB Model... Maybe she meant 2016......

[@AvidDoesStuff]

The 6s is just so legendary!

[@zakariya2011_]

i still own one tho imma replace the battery

[@AvidDoesStuff]

@@zakariya2011_ i have a 6 but it doesn’t work

[@darkeempire2162]

For bending 😂

[@dylanmooney327]

@@darkeempire2162*the regular 6 and 6 plus

[@zakariya2011_]

@@darkeempire2162 6s does not have bendgate the 6 has it lol

[@windowsfan95]

I have a iPhone 6s that I got in 2015. I used it until 2022, when I upgraded to a iPhone 13 mini. I loved my 6s and love my 13 Mini.

[@omarcosvs]

I would like to buy an iPhone mini, but Apple don’t do it more. I bought an iPhone 15.

[@iammariomurray]

This is my current work phone with a huge battery replacement. It’s perfect for day to day use, with all needed ports including an earphone jack.

[@ewanmcdonagh2827]

I still have my 6s Plus 128GB and last used it daily in 2021. It still could do everything and with a replacement XCAP battery it still lasted at least 4 hours of screen on time so I could charge it in the car, at my desk and it was honestly fine. It did run hot when doing more than the most basic tasks and would stutter in apps like Snapchat. CarPlay for apple maps was too much and it overheated to the point that maps froze and my passenger had to hold it up to the AC vent to cool it down for the maps to work again.

[@karu3067]

maybe you could get phone holder that attaches to the vent? it might help make it more bearable to use it as main carplay device

[@ewanmcdonagh2827]

@@karu3067 perhaps, although I purchased a 13 Pro Max in 2021 and have been using that as my daily ever since

[@_EllieLOL_]

I still use my 128GB 6s as a daily driver with all original parts straight from the factory

[@Radi0he4d1]

Also treated myself nice to a 12 mini during the pandemic, small phones for life!

[@Amaroz1ss]

Brooo upgrade it

[@Thepresidenta9chip]

My iPhone 6s battery years ago and it is working fine now it is giving me 3 to 4 hours of battery life hard working fine

[@CJ-vq5tg]

Lmfao

[@Thepresidenta9chip]

@@CJ-vq5tg I got iPhone 15 now

[@AdrianSawyerr]

Th iPhone 6s battery sucks in 2024 u should upgrade later in 2025 bruh

[@Thepresidenta9chip]

@@AdrianSawyerr on 15 upgraded in August

[@AlexMkd1984]

iphone user are ppor apple said​@@AdrianSawyerr

[@CaptainAliAnderson]

im still on my iPhone SE Gen 1 2016 Rose Gold 128G and im telling you, its an amazing phone! insane in comparison to my uncles 14

[@riqrimoli]

i always wanted one lf these

[@Foxy-ll8zn]

Same 😭😭😭

[@aurorayoru5333]

I got a hold of a used SE first GEN in mint condition with 100% health for $60

[@andrewstones2921]

Yes the iPhone SE 2016 is in my opinion the nicer iPhone ever made. It’s the same spec inside as the 6s I believe.

[@AdrianSawyerr]

How can you even live with a 4 inch iphone

[@robinrai4973]

Yeah, old phones last a while, my dad's still using a Pixel 2 and it's still just fine, my phone from 2016's still usable but I've since upgraded - on the Android side you don't get OS updates for very long but apps work on basically any android version from the past decade, and the google play services gets security updates

[@mrcross78]

I’m still using 2 iPhone SE 2016(s). I still love them. I refuse to be forced into upgrading. I do like the 13 mini only right now.

[@6Serpent9]

Im planning to buy one as a back up, do you use the 16gb one?

[@mrcross78]

@@6Serpent9 I have a 64 gigabyte and 128 gigabyte. I’m actually selling my 64 gigabyte version.

[@paulsz6194]

@@6Serpent9what can you back up on 16GB ? 😂 No point in getting anything smaller than 32GB these days. Have you seen how much memory a picture takes up on more modern in phone camera pictures? How many Apps do you use?

[@6Serpent9]

@@paulsz6194 I have the 15 PM, I just want a spare phone in case I lose it I can track it down hahaha, that was what I was gonna use it for

[@CS1593]

@@paulsz6194 Cloud storage exists

[@tylervincent6070]

This was my first iPhone back in 2016, and I loved it soooo much. I also can’t get over how good the gold colour was, it’s very similar to Champagne Gold in my new Beats Pill.

[@peporgan]

iPhone SE 1 is also supported! Amazing and classic phones, with the headphone jack.

[@silvon4r]

I have an iPhone 6s Plus 128 Gb. But it died. Got it repaired but only lasted 2 months on now it’s on a drawer. I still have a working iPhone 6 Plus 64 Gb which it’s still useful for the basics. The iPhone 6s is the best for longevity. It took decent pictures a 4k 30fps videos.

[@camcam794]

I bought mine 5 years ago, and use it as a back up phone. It works great! I love the color, and how small it is. It’s covered by Apple insurance, and I got the battery replaced recently.

[@sigmaurine69]

im watching this on my se from 2016, bought it for £10, it works amazing

[@Pikmew]

I bought a rose gold 64gb 6s running IOS 15 a week ago for 19USD free postage Its so awesome and I decorated it allot :3

[@Plutoismyplanet101]

Here in South Africa they still lots of people using it

[@leahsatin]

I was still running an old iPhone 6 until January 2024, now I'm on the iPhone 14, It still runs good though!

[@itsmaxifunyt]

A lot of apps are dropping support for iOS 15 and moving on to iOS 16

[@aaronperez7867]

Yess. Google Photos, Chrome Excel.

[@Drewcardello]

Microsoft apps too

[@lapielazoolie]

Might take awhile until the last compatible versions end up inoperable, though. So it isn’t too much of a worry

[@chedds]

​@@aaronperez7867strange move from google judging they atill give ancient versions of Android Play Services updates

[@paulsz6194]

Exactly. You know it’s on it’s last legs when Apple don’t write version software for the 6s , but only 15.3 . They are upgrading the software in fractions, instead of whole versions…

[@rafaelappleseed8140]

I only upgrade when there’s no more security patches or if the phones broken and uneconomical to repair

[@VukLazarevic]

That is a legendary phone. Probably the one that I enjoyed the most. So many sweet memories…

[@RobloxianX]

It's such a bummer that I am starting to see apps require iOS 16. My iPod Touch could have easily ran iOS 16 but I guess Apple is trying to remove anything they have connected to the iPod. So when the last patch comes out for iOS 15, it will be over

[@korrina]

i like taking photos/video with my 6s plus a lot. the headphone jack is also goated

[@Mrspeedy.9972]

4:28 what a monster cable 😮

[@BlahoogaDMD]

I have an iPhone SE 2016, iPhone 6S, and iPhone 6S Plus in my collection simply because those are all 3 iPhones to feature the A9 2GB ram configuration. Probably the best combo in smartphones ever

[@alexa-467]

I use it all the time while being at home (despite of having the 14 Pro). It does satisfy me in all aspects (except for battery it has 82% battery capacity or sth). The aluminium back looks so brutal with all its scratches.

[@onemoremotivation8045]

THANK YOU IT WAS VERY IMPORTANT TO ME

[@AizenRevolver]

Just bought an SE 1st gen a couple days ago cause I love the small form factor of the 5s I used to own for a bit and I was so surprised that it can be a daily driver with no slowdowns or lag and that 2gb ram is enough to even play some games. also I love how battery efficient it still is even on iOS 15.8.2 so I'll be using it as my main backup from now on over my 11.

[@Mrspeedy.9972]

you are doing an excellent job 👍 Best Classic iPhone channel! Greetings from Germany 🙋‍♂️

[@iClassic]

Thank you!!!

[@dlschuller53]

Just dusted off my iPhone 6 plus on IOS 12, and decided to use it for a while. Besides online banking, it’s still a pretty capable device! Love your video’s. They always fill me with nostalgia and inspire me to use my old phones again ❤

[@LowEndGamer-gy9lc]

My Relative Had a iPhone 6s 64GB from 2016 to mid 2024. It totally stopped working a few months ago and the repair shop couldn't fix it. Then he bought a iPhone 15 which is his current phone now. It was his only computing device. He used it pretty casually and has only done 1 battery replacement.

[@Drewcardello]

Wasn't worth the repair at its age?

[@LowEndGamer-gy9lc]

@@Drewcardello The if repair shop tried to diagnose the issue more and fix, it would have worked, but as you said, it isn't worth the repair at this age if takes a lot of effort and money

[@yoryde]

I still use this as a secondary phone. I even swap to a new back housing and i looks amazing

[@basilfabian05]

I took my dads old 6S out to charge it and see if its still working. To my surprise, it had an update available. Super cool of Apple to do that 👍

[@sachinshrestha5347]

I am using iPhone 6s Plus as secondary phone which I upgraded last year (October 2023) from iPhone 4s.

[@HansyPants184]

Got an iPhone 8 on iOS 16. My work keeps offering me a new one but it's still working well enough, has 85% battery health, and it's the last year they were small enough to be comfortable. Would love if they came out with a new se this size with usb-c

[@TwinTowerTwo]

I love my SE1 it's my everyday device, looks amazing and very elegant, does everything I require, feels just like the latest iPhones only in a smaller package which I like as I can't stand how enormous the later ones have become.

[@digtalfear1177]

I loved this phone! Picked it up on February 2016 and used it until the 15 series came out, where i relented and finally got a 15 Pro. I still upgraded the battery on the 6S a few months back as it’s a good backup phone and i use it for my alarms (I am still getting that iPhone 15 silent alarm bug :/). I have replaced the battery 4 times on it now lol

[@Villager_U]

one thing that I love about apple is that their software support is just insane compared to android. Like my pixel 4a is already stop getting update while 2018 xs still got updates in 2024

[@joythemountisland]

Still use 6s because of the headphone Jack & JB for GPS mock. I change the battery with cortex brand, now the mAH capacity is 2000+, it lasted full day even 2 days

[@черенок]

This thing is straight up goat, for 30-40$ there is nothing better on both first and second hand markets. Used it 2022-24, truly my saver

[@iPhoneOS_]

I can’t believe that you updated your 6S from iOS 9 to iOS 15. The 6S on iOS 9 is a gem for us collectors! ❤

[@zemojdarryl946]

I still have my iphone 6s in 2024 as my backup phone. In my opinion, apart from the battery, it runs like a beast.

[@miguelojera2356]

I have an iPhone SE 2016 as my backup phone and I'm surprised how well it runs despite being an old device. Battery life is a bit short despite the battery health being at 100%. The form factor is perfect though.

[@starbucks1891]

Using an iPhone SE 1st gen as a daily these days, great device!! Working 4G in the U.S, same form factor as iPhone 5, and have some jailbreak tweaks installed to emulate iOS 6 skeumorphic design despite actually being on iOS 15 and having modern features...

[@spadesofpaintstudios1719]

The 6s was actually a decent phone it’s amazing Apple is still keeping it alive it shows how much they care for their product even if they don’t do new updates for it

[@rodrigo4379]

Used the 6S for about 5 years after buying it used, nowadays my father still uses it daily

[@salihergun5875]

I changed my iP6sP 64GB's battery myself. And i changed screen too. And i glued a tiny magnet near the camera because it was shaking. And the result is im still happy with my phone. I can buy a new phone easily. but i wanted the use this phone untill it dont get my necessaries. I still love my phone .

[@JustNatePLZ]

I still have my iPhone 7 Plus as my work phone and it’s working like a champ

[@HotTripod78]

I used to use android and I bought a iPhone 6s as an entry into apple phones and it was a great experience. I later upgraded to the iPhone 15 Pro and love it just as much.

[@langzhi1873]

I just replaced my 6s battery by myself and it can last two or three days as a second phone now, next to my 15 daily driver. The battery kit is dirt cheap ($30 from Amazon or ifixit) and it super easy to diy as well, as there are tons of tutorials on KZbin. It only took me under an hour to get it done and I have never open up an iPhone like this before.

[@SaitoTheSmashGame2005]

1:56 Probably because of stupid Activation Error loop this phone had suffered

[@ruzzelladrian907]

First iPhone with 2GB of RAM, which gave it a lot of longevity.

[@Darkest_matter]

remember when i had a 3GS and most apps weren't supported by the time the 4s came out.

[@taintedlife2618]

12 Pro Max and I have no intention of getting a new phone as long as it’s working for me. Battery is still like 74 percent and I use my phone a ton!

[@uh._.4985]

I’m watching this on my 6s right now, my main iPhone is the se2 cos I was told updates will end this year so I was just getting ready for that time but I can’t let go of the 6s cos it’s such a good phone, never had any issues with it.

[@NehemYah810]

That’s literally insane. I remember when I had my 6s,it was an entirely different world than the life I’m in now.

[@AvaEmily-vr3mf]

I just got a used one early this year and i love it It's my daily driver It's great 👍

[@ColeODriscoll]

I remember getting the iPhone 6 as my first iPhone only a month before the 6s came out and I was so annoyed I was on a contract and couldn’t upgrade to the new rose gold one lol

[@FireyFromBFDI2763]

My grandpa said that if it's that cheap he'll get 2

[@Drewcardello]

I used a 6 s until 2022 when the battery would no longer last a day. Hope my 15 lasts a decade!

[@SpyGaming-zdxs]

Using a iPhone 8. Similar. Looks almost the same. And I love it

[@famyemil]

I’m still using it as a second device. Bought it in 2016. Only replaced the battery.

[@roadreg1820]

I’m actually using an iPhone 6s now, that I bought in 2015. It’s my backup phone. I sold my iPhone 15 pro Max. Someone in the family was desperate for a high-end phone with a good camera and I managed to get the same as CEX would give me as a trade in, which is great. I’m now saving for the 16 pro and back on my trustee old iPhone 6s. It’s amazing that this phone is still supported and it just about can be used as a daily driver. It’s a little bit laggy at times, the battery (even with a new one), needs charging 2 or 3 times a day, and it overheats. Other than that, it’s just about usable.

[@cripplermaximus]

I use it as a backup phone. It’s a champ. Battery is actually better than my iPhone SE 2020. Lol

[@thembamzembe]

Watching on my 6s which I got second hand in 2019. I replaced the battery and screen. I am good for another three years.

[@edsanyan]

Still using my 6s plus 128 Gb on IOS 15.8.3… really love this device ❤️

[@mihaivlad1905]

In 2022 I used an iPhone 6s on iOS 13 for 2 weeks while my XS Max was in service for a battery replacement and other then the fact I couldn’t install be real at the time, all the apps worked perfectly fine and the os was so much smoother the my xs on iOS 16 at the time

[@iLucidMC]

the crazy thing is, that 6s' battery has less cycles (258) than my iPhone 11 (300 something)... old is gold!

[@Calvin1xv]

The iPhone 6s make the update bigger & better way it expected today

[@vittorioballeriocastoldi6171]

I got my iPhone 6 in 2017 for 10€ after my mother’s office replaced it to her with an iPhone 7, she had it since 2015. I had to replace it in 2020, with my current iPhone 12, when it became way too annoying to use because it was slow, no longer updated and the memory was not enough. I hate changing phone, to me is a tool and after few years it becomes broken in. Usually short after needs replacing. The only regret i have is not getting the 12 mini

[@Notmyjob1]

I don’t have a 6s, but I have the original SE which I believe has the insides of the 6s in a 5s body.

[@omarcosvs]

The first edition of iPhone SE use the hardware of iPhone 7.

[@Notmyjob1]

@@omarcosvs The iPhone SE first gen was announced March 26 2016 and the iPhone 7 was announced September 7 2016. So it would be odd if Apple put the insides of an at the time unreleased iPhone 7 into an iPhone 5s body.

[@archux_]

​@@omarcosvsno the op is right, it has the 6s insides in a 5s body

[@Parsi900]

And when iPhone 13 mini released it’s like the iPhone 13 in the body of an iPhone 5s as well!

[@alex548554]

​@@omarcosvs you're thinking SE2 and SE3. The original SE was a 5s chassis with processor from a 6s.

[@JuanesChiwirosky]

I used a 6s until 5 months ago, it was a great device, I miss so much 3D touch and the headphone jack!!!

[@actuallyraycadag833]

still using 6s plus as primary phone till this day, just change the battery and still works well

[@yootae13]

Had a 6s Plus until 2022. It was such a beast. I'd still use it if it weren't so slow. It even managed a lot of drops and still survived.

[@BXLatina35]

What phone you have now?

[@yootae13]

@@BXLatina35 the Xs Max...it's kinda slow now but not that bad. Still pretty smooth for gaming.

[@ricky2k3_]

I have a Galaxy A10 right now and this phone officially got Android 11 and that was it while this very old iPhone still receives updates, *officially.* Yeah, would consider having one -battery will be an issue but I just use my phone for texting and KZbin

[@gucciscrap2703]

My friend still uses an iphone 6 to this day and youtube and all apps still work fine but I have noticed he is constantly charging it.

[@ryanmayanja8083]

I am using an iPhone 6. And I can’t install KZbin. Am watching from Safari since this doesn't reach iOS 15 so am limited to almost all everyday usable apps like Instagram. Regardless am surprised that I can play Free Fire, EAFC, and Dream League Soccer on this phone as they’re my favorite games due to device limitations. But this is usable, very good a phone

[@filippopassante1535]

I'm an iOS developer and I'm still using an iPhone SE. The form factor is just so good for me, even after having used an iPhone 8 for years

[@archux_]

you are NOT an ios developer.

[@heroninja1125]

@@archux_ how do you know?

[@9852323]

Hopefully you still support iOS 12 because I still use a lot of devices that were dropped on iOS 12 like the iPad Air 1st gen, iPod touch 6, iPhone 6, and iPhone 5s. These devices are slow compared to a 6s or SE but are still pretty usable.

[@9852323]

@@archux_yes cause iOS developers never comment on videos 🤦‍♂️

[@filippopassante1535]

@9852323 Unfortunately, Apple will stop releasing security updates and accepting apps for iOS 12 in just a few days

[@taintedlife2618]

That’s what I miss using wired headphones and charging at the same time!

[@nuonnew21]

I'm use iphone 7 in 2024

[@sevany494]

I was using my iPhone 7 until January 26

[@darkeempire2162]

Same bro

[@narkal1566]

😂 me too brother

[@asinglefrenchfry]

The 7 still works and runs pretty fast. It’s a shame that Apple limited it to iOS 15. It technically had no hardware restrictions against supporting iOS 16 and even 17, given that the iPad 6 with the exact same CPU and RAM got those updates

[@eurotec_]

@@sevany494 I was using the iPhone 7 until 2022 November.

[@sneakereffect9346]

Yep , using it as my backup rn. iOS 13 tho and still smooth

[@odusthecat]

Instead of updating the iPhone 6s from iOS 9 to 15, why didn't you just get another 6s running iOS 15 for this video???

[@mihailoaleksic3330]

I think it updated to iOS 15 by itself once so bro jailbroke it, I'm not sure if this is true though.

[@odusthecat]

@@mihailoaleksic3330 I hope that’s the case

[@iClassic]

The phone had the weird activation bug so it couldn’t properly active

[@odusthecat]

@@iClassic ohh okay that makes more sense. The 6s on iOS 9 was my first phone and is super nostalgic for me, if I could go back in time I would’ve never updated it

[@cjkittyofficialyt]

@@iClassici use an og apple watch

[@TopMuslimGMP]

I bought the iPhone 7 32GB when you uploaded this video and I got it for 50€ but the problem is it’s only 32GB and I only have 5GB left 😭 Fun fact: This comment was posted from my iPhone 7

[@asimpleguy9667]

remember these things were considered as one of the most powerful phones ever

[@andrewstones2921]

I have a 6s which is use occasionally. I live in the EU but also have a UK bank that needs me to use an app and get texts, so I keep my old iPhone 6s for that. It’s still great, it works fine and feels fast enough. I did change the battery a few years ago, it’s was very easy to change.

[@bennolanswaggerdiaperteenbaby]

I still have my iPhone 6s. And 6. My aunt still uses the 6s. And my uncle still uses the 6 plus

[@themacintoshnerd]

I used an SE1 as a temporary phone for a while in late 2023 early 2024 still was perfectly usable.

[@justinstandifer604]

I’m still using a iPhone 11 Pro Max. The battery is shot though. Have to charge it 5-6 times a day. When I bought it 5 years ago it would last 2 days on one charge.

[@justinstandifer604]

Replacing it with a 16 Pro Max this month, & will keep that phone for 5 years too. I don’t understand people who upgrade every 1-2 years. Just use it till it’s wore out. If the 11 supported 5G, I would just throw a new battery in it.

[@Vadkon07]

I'm still using iPhone 6s every day. Very nice phone, but after 10 years of usage it's just necessary to replace a battery in it, what is not cheap at all

[@RKRexer1811_]

I use it too! A 6s it works fine and the best part is it works perfectly

[@OMFCody6695]

I just switched my dad to the Pixel 8 from the 6S as all his apps stopped working on the latest version of iOS.

[@Drewcardello]

Congrats, although the 6s is 9 years old now, so don't blame apple

[@OMFCody6695]

@@Drewcardello as much as I don't love Apple, it's commendable that phone was useable for so long.

[@Drewcardello]

@@OMFCody6695 I don't love apple either, that's why I use windows lol. Just they make long-lasting phones, I used my 6s as daily driver until 2022! Hopefully my new one lasts 10 years.

[@capndavey1]

running a I phone 7 128 gig with 15.8 works great for the 75 dollars it cost me also un locked

[@docyagamikiko]

I am keeping my iPhone SE 2020 for as long as i can… there is really no NEW iOS feature enticing enough to make me leave the iPhone 2007 looks. ❤

[@ashthewolfdog1380]

I can say the same about my 5th gen iPad. I've had that thing for 7 years, ever since it came out. my grandma bought it for me when I was 11 so that I could play games and watch videos and what not without constantly begging my mom for her iPad. and to this day, that very iPad still sits on my desk, actively being used. It's a very good device for watching media/entertainment, playing light games (yes including Minecraft, which is perfectly optimized for it), do work and collage related things while on the go, read articles and documents, etc. It's both lightweight and compact but it's a highly useful little sandwich slab of metal PVC lithium and glass + sulfur. edit: I also forgot to mention how even though most these 5th gen iPads are usually seen beat up or abused in some way, mine is mint, and has never been dropped or abused in its life. it has been treated very well over its lifetime. that's one of the reasons it's still so usable today. Now that I think of it, no wonder my family likes to comment about me being able to make simple little devices last an eternity...

[@paulharrison8379]

The best second hand phone with the iPhone 6S form factor is the iPhone SE 2020 which does not cost more than an iPhone 6S, 7 or 8 and is much faster. The iPhone SE 2020 has the iPhone 11 CPU.

[@SpeedHunter_9]

The last iPhone with 3.5mm headphone jack. I’m still using it as a music player paired with high quality IEMs.

[@rob12841]

Im rocking a se 2, its had a battery, colour change from white to red and 2 cheap screen changes and due a 3rd. Phones a trooper. Its used as a car play phone and it sits in my pocket not dragging my pants down when delivering

[@kid_stizz]

Using an SE 2 as a secondary device 😊

[@raf9826]

The A13 chip on it is a beast.

[@kid_stizz]

@@raf9826 get's the job done right.

[@christopherchaja2007]

I don’t have a 6s in my collection, but I do have an SE 1st gen running iOS 15. Still has the same processor as a 6s!

[@SaitoTheSmashGame2005]

Watching this on iPhone 6s iOS 9.1 connected with iDNS to bypass activation error to do more tasks (not completely bypass)