The tradition in recent years has been for each new generation of the iPhone -- such as last year's iPhone 6 and 6 Plus -- to be followed by a more modest 's' update. The 's' generally indicates a speed-bump, with the new model adding a faster processor and perhaps a few other refinements, but...

Innovative 3D Touch technology; Faster A9 processor; with 2GB memory; 12MP iSight camera; 5MP front camera; Tougher aluminium case and glass screen

Expensive; and 16GB configuration is pointless; Battery life leaves room for improvement; Third-party apps must be updated to use 3D Touch

Is iPhone 6S a great phone Yes, it is. It does have its unique features and they promise a great deal in future updates. Is it worth upgrading over iPhone 5S The users of iPhone 5S are the main target, the iPhone 6S being leagues ahead from all points of view (better camera, larger screen, better...

A technically impressive, solid smartphone with a healthy helping of touchscreen innovation, ultimately let down by poor battery life. iPhone 6 users may want to wait for next year's model, but the 6s is a good upgrade choice if you're still using an iPhone 5s or earlier.

Editors' note (Sept. 12, 2018): The iPhone 6S reviewed here is no longer being sold by Apple, but the iPhone 8 is now available in its place at a reduced price of $599. See all of the new iPhones and new products that Apple just announced.

The iPhone 6S isn't the great deal it once was. For $100 more, respectively, the iPhone 7 delivers way more bang for the buck.

Improved speed and a sturdier build compared to earlier models; 3D Touch; and the last remaining iPhone with a built-in 3.5mm headphone jack.

Inferior battery life; camera performance and processor speed compared to newer iPhones.

Sweet camera with lovely extra features; Touch ID is we-can’t-believe-it fast; All round powerful performance; 3D Touch is a time-saving delight;

3D Touch and Live Photos could both do with broad third-party support; Battery life hasn’t been improved upon;

Sweet camera with lovely extra features; Touch ID is we-can’t-believe-it fast; All round powerful performance; 3D Touch is a time-saving delight;

3D Touch and Live Photos could both do with broad third-party support; Battery life hasn’t been improved upon;

Due to Apple in the UK being, shall we say, frugal with items they send out for review the whole Apple brand gets little coverage. Recently the same external source supplied me with an iPad to review and now the latest iPhone, the S6.

The iPhone 6s is a fantastic device, and your last port of call if you want an iPhone with headphone connectability -unfortunately, it’s now also been relegated to the history books.

The 6s makes for a great, hassle-free experience that should satisfy those in need of an upgrade.

The Apple iPhone 14 is no match for the just-released iPhone 14 Pro, but if you ignore that, it’s one of the most effective phones around.

Great cameras, front and back, Fast performance, Good battery life, Innovative safety features

Design too familiar, Some average features