Hays Post

The Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus release date is Friday, meaning long lines at retailers in Hays and across the country as people race to be among the first with the coveted phone.

Retailers including Verizon Wireless in Hays had lines outside their doors early Friday morning.

According to the Apple Inc. website, the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are larger, but thinner, more powerful and possess a Retina HD display.

The iPhone 6 is 4.7 inches, while the iPhone 6 Plus is 5.5 inches in size.