How to get started with iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus: The ultimate guide

December 26, 2014

If you just got a new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus we want to make sure you get the most out of it. That means providing as much information, as much help, and as many recommendations as possible to make your new iPhone your best phone yet. From getting your old data and content onto your new iPhone, to getting set up, to learning how to use all the built-in feature, to finding the best apps and accessories to really take your experience to the next level, here's everything you need to know!

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus buyers' guide

If you haven't taken the plunge and bought your new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus yet, here's where to start before you get started. Should you upgrade? To which model, 4.7- or 5.5-inch? Silver, gold, or space gray finish? 16GB, 64GB, or 128GB storage capacity? If you need help deciding what to buy, we've got your back. And if you've already decided, just bookmark, email, Facebook, or Tweet this so we can help your friends and family and you can get on with enjoying your new iPhone!

2014 iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus buyers guide

How to set up and start using your new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

When you turn on your new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, you're greeted with a Lock screen that says "Hello" in many different languages. This is where we start the setup process. If it's your first iPhone, you can set it up as new. If you're upgrading from a previous iPhone, you can restore from an iCloud backup.

How to transfer your data to your new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

Whether you're coming to the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus from a previous iPhone, or you're switching over from an Android or BlackBerry phone for the first time, thanks to "the cloud", transferring content and data is easier than ever.

How to use your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus ship with a ton of great software straight from Apple, but learning how to use it all can take time. That is, unless you cheat and read our ultimate guides! Whether you want to master the Lock screen or the Home screen, figure out how to take pictures with Camera or edit or share them with Photos, exchange Messages or Mail, keep your kids safe with Parental Controls or discover all the great Accessibility options, or learn how to use Touch ID or Siri, we've got you covered!

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus: The ultimate guides

How to get the best apps for your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

With the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, the built-in software is just the beginning. The App Store has over a million apps that can help you do an almost unlimited number of things. The only challenge is figuring out which are the absolute best apps for you. Luckily, that's what iMore is here for. Day in, day out, we scour the app store and organize and present the apps and games you need to check out first. We even have Editors' Choice awards, so you know what our very favorites are.

How to get the best accessories for your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus accessories are just beginning to hit the market. We'll be rounding them up and testing them all as soon as possible, but in the meantime our store team has already been collecting their favorites and getting as many up and available as possible. Check them out!

How to get more help with your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

If you've got specific questions or need extra help getting started with your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, check out our amazing forums. They're filled with bright, energetic people who just love to help everyone get the most out of their iPhone!