The primary payment app that works on the iPhone 6 is Apple Pay, which is integrated into the pre-installed Wallet app. It uses NFC technology and Touch ID for secure, contactless payments in stores and for in-app purchases. Other apps like BHIM are compatible with older iOS versions.
BHIM (Bharat Interface for Money)
BHIM is a UPI app developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). It's designed to be simple and secure, focusing primarily on UPI payments. BHIM is usually compatible with older iOS versions, making it a reliable choice for your iPhone 6.
Here are some great apps for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus:
Yes, an iPhone 6 still physically works for basic tasks like calls, texts, and some apps, but it's stuck on iOS 12 and lacks crucial security updates, making many modern apps (banking, social media) incompatible or risky, and its performance will be slow; it's best as a backup device or for offline use, not a daily driver.
Pay with your iPhone
To download the Google Pay for Business app on iPhone and iPad:
You can use Apple Pay with an iPhone 5, 5s or 5c, but only if you have an Apple Watch paired with the phone as you can't carry out contactless transactions with an iPhone 5 alone. Older models of the iPhone won't work with Apple Pay.
To set up Apple Pay, go to Settings and tap Wallet & Apple Pay. Add information about a credit card, and then double-tap the Home button when the lock screen is displayed to initiate a purchase.
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That means any iPhone 8 models and older will not be able to get iOS 18. However, not all iPhones that can get iOS 18 will have the chance to enjoy the latest features. Apple's highly anticipated Apple Intelligence will only be available on iPhone 16 models, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
You can repurpose an old iPhone 6 as a dedicated music player, GPS, security camera, digital photo frame, or universal remote; trade it in for credit with Apple or others; sell it; donate it to family, friends, or a charity like Cell Phones For Soldiers; or recycle it responsibly through Apple or local programs. Before doing anything, remember to back up your data, sign out of your Apple ID, and erase all content and settings for security.
Device compatibility
The service is compatible with iPhone 6 and newer, iPad Air 2 and newer, Macs with Touch ID, and Apple Watch Series 1 and later.
Download the Paytm app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store, sign up or log in, and set up your UPI ID. Once linked to your bank account, you can instantly send money, recharge mobiles, and pay bills securely—all within one easy-to-use, all-in-one digital payments platform.
Older models of the iPhone won't work with Apple Pay. To find out more about Apple Pay, you can visit the Apple website(opens in a new window). For further support, please contact our dedicated team.
To set up Tap to Pay on iPhone, enable it in the payment app of your choice. To accept a payment, open the app, enter the amount, and present your iPhone to your customer. To pay, the customer holds their card horizontally or places their device directly over the payment symbol.
Probably the most buzzworthy mobile payment option is peer-to-peer payments. There are many choices for paying your friends directly, such as Apple Pay, Cash App, PayPal, Samsung Pay, and Venmo.
Paytm (पेटीएम) - Built for India. Trusted by 50 Crore+ Indians. We pioneered mobile payments, QR codes, Soundbox, and in-store devices in India - and we continue to lead with innovation. In the BHIM UPI ecosystem, Paytm is the only UPI app that builds features based on real user needs.
You'll need one of the following devices running on iOS 11 or above: iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE (or later) Apple Watch (paired with iPhone 6 or later) 9-7 inch iPad Pro, 12-9 inch iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3.
Get the Google Pay app
On iPhone XS or higher models that run iOS 17.0 or higher, download Google Pay .
Apple iPhone 6s NFC
Yes, however the NFC function within the iPhone 6 can only be used for making payments.
No, Apple Pay and Apple Wallet aren't the same, but they work together: Apple Wallet is the app (your digital container) that stores your credit/debit cards, loyalty cards, tickets, and passes, while Apple Pay is the technology/service that uses those cards in the Wallet to make secure, contactless payments in stores, online, and in apps. Think of the Wallet as your physical purse and Pay as the tap-to-pay function.