The iPhone 8 has not yet been released, but thanks to various “leaks” of information, it should become Apple’s most revolutionary device. This is not surprising, because this year Apple is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the release of the first iPhone. And in honor of this significant date, they are going to release an anniversary smartphone. Which none of the competitors can compete with.
iPhone 8 release date
When the iPhone 8 will be released (some analysts call the new Apple model the iPhone X) is still unknown. But many believe that the release of this device will occur in September 2017. Analysts are already calling the design of the future smartphone revolutionary, and the characteristics the best possible. There's only a little time left to wait. While the presentation of the new Apple device has not yet taken place, we will tell you about what is already known.
IMPORTANT: Not all analysts are categorical and consider autumn the most convenient time for the release of an anniversary smartphone. Deutsche Bank specialists are pushing back the premiere of the iPhone 8 to the spring of 2018.
Appearance
Photos of the cases and back panels of the new iPhone have already leaked online. If we compare this device with previous Apple smartphones, it differs from them by an order of magnitude. And it is right. Having leading industrial designers on staff, we need to create something new. Something that, even if the Chinese reproduce in their smartphones, will come out much later than the decision of the guys from Cupertino.
Apple designers decided to move away from the traditional home button. As for the frames around the screen, the iPhone 8, which we will soon be able to buy, has practically no frames. Their thickness around the screen is only 2.6 mm. It is worth noting the lack of large spaces at the top and bottom of the screen. The usable area is 98.5% of the entire front panel. Which makes me very happy.
Screen
The display of this smartphone will have a 5.8-inch diagonal, built on an OLED matrix. 6th generation Corning will be used as protection Gorilla Glass. Apple has already entered into an agreement with Samsung to supply screens for the new smartphone. But, in 2018, Apple wants to replace Samsung OLED panels with similar ones from manufacturers such as AU Optronics, Sharp and Japan Display.
The OLED matrix is not backlit from below, as is the case in traditional LCD monitors. Which significantly reduces the thickness of the display. In addition, the absence of backlight allows you to reproduce the picture with better contrast and saturation. This display has better viewing angles and faster response times.
When photographs of the panels of this device first appeared online, many did not find a fingerprint scanner on them. But, most likely, the developers were able to “hide” it under the display. A patent recently issued by Qualcomm suggests that this is possible.
Frame
As for the case materials, it’s most likely an anniversary one. Apple smartphone will have glass back panel. According to rumors, the engineers of this company decided to move away from the aluminum body that was used on the latest models of this smartphone.
It is believed that iPhone 8 will receive powerful protection from moisture and dust. Some sources claim that the device will receive an IP68 waterproof rating. In this indicator, the G8 is superior to last year's models. Thanks to it, you can immerse your smartphone in water to a depth of 1.5 meters for 30 minutes. But, before you do this, find out if there is such protection or if this is just another rumor.
Most likely, we will not see a Lightning port on the case. The solution developed by Apple lost out to USB-C. The presence of this port has already been announced by some analysts.
Characteristics of iPhone 8
The design of the latest Apple smartphone model differs from the iPhone 7. What about the characteristics? Today, Chinese developers present very powerful hardware at a low cost. Could Apple respond with something similar?
What is known so far is that the filling of this smartphone will be built around the Apple A11 processor, made using a 10nm process technology. With this decision, the developer killed two birds with one stone. I increased the performance and increased the autonomy of my new device.
The younger model will have 3 GB of RAM. The iPhone 8 Plus will have 4 GB of RAM. As for the ROM, in contrast to the cost of the device, it will be equipped with 64/128/256 GB of memory for files. The drive will be implemented on NAND technology from Samsung. This flash memory is characterized by the most fast speed data transmission today.
IMPORTANT: Data vary regarding the amount of RAM. Some analysts believe that in the maximum configuration it will not be more than 3 GB, and in lower models 2 GB.
Some analysts believe that this device will implement Apple's patents regarding an iris scanner or reading biometric indicators of the device owner's face.
Camera
The iPhone 8 smartphone, whose release date in Russia is not yet known, will have an improved camera compared to previous solutions. Of course, nothing new is expected here. Because modern technologies do not allow you to take a qualitative step forward. But the fact that the camera will be different from the one in the iPhone 7 is for sure.
The dual camera, which is installed on the latest iPhone, has a dual sensor and at one time made a mini-revolution in the camera phone market. It is known that Apple engineers have already figured out how to make the background of buildings more blurry and the colors more saturated. A 4x optical zoom is also expected. Some analysts say that the camera resolution will be 16 megapixels and the aperture will be f/1.8.
Well-known analyst Mark Gurman (whose predictions have so far come true) said that Apple has hired more than 300 engineers who are developing unique photo processing algorithms. With their help, you can change the sharpness of selected elements in the photo. You can even rotate the image 180 degrees. We will find out very soon whether Mark’s next “prophecies” will come true.
Wireless charger
One of the revolutionary solutions that distinguishes the iPhone 8 from other smartphones will be wireless charging. Its difference from those on the market today mobile devices charges is that its range is significantly higher. Thanks to it, the “eight” will charge while being at a relatively long distance from the energy source.
Of course, the further away the charger is, the slower the smartphone will charge. But Apple engineers specializing in this solution, assigned to a separate department, must solve this problem. Judging by this company's patent for such a device, it will be able to charge a smartphone while being 2-3 meters away from it.
iPhone 8: price for 2017
How much will the iPhone 8 cost? But the price of this device in the USA has long been known. It does not differ from the cost of previous models of this device. For $649 you can buy an iPhone 8 32 GB. The oldest model with increased iPhone screen 8 Plus 256GB will cost $969.
The new iPhone, the review of which we presented in this article, should be revolutionary. If all the characteristics and functions stated in this article are implemented, then the new iPhone will become the most productive and beautiful smartphone, released on this moment. The presentation of this device will take place very soon.
Video iPhone 8 2018:
The Chinese are already releasing eight:
Hi all! The September presentation of Apple has died down, the company presented as many as three new devices, left almost all the old iPhone models on sale and... Apple, damn it, what are you doing? For what? How good it was before - there is one new one on the market iPhone model and one from last year. If you want something cheaper, you take a year-old iPhone. If you want maximum performance, you buy a newly announced smartphone.
Many people didn’t like this lack of choice and they got what they wanted... At the moment (beginning of 2018), the Apple online store offers 8 (eight, Karl!) different models iPhone. This is not counting the numerous configurations with memory capacity.
A separate song about memory...
Stop it Apple, you've already confused everyone! Even I, a person who closely follows all these iPhones, don’t have time to remember which model has so many gigabytes - either this iPhone is 16GB, or they stopped producing it. They added 256GB, then removed 128GB. Ah-ah-ah! :)
And we have to live with all this goodness until the next Apple presentation in September 2018. No, perhaps some kind of iPhone SE 2 will be presented in the spring, but this will not change the overall picture much. And most likely it will make the choice even more difficult.
But so far we have “only” 8 different models, so let’s figure it out - which iPhone to buy at the end of 2017 so that you won’t be embarrassed to carry it around in 2018? Let's go!
A few important notes:
- We will not consider memory capacity - everyone has their own preferences and tasks. For some, 32GB is enough, but for others, 256 is not enough.
- All instructions are the personal and subjective opinion of the author, who is looking for a replacement for his 4-year-old iPhone 5S.
- We won’t get into the details (otherwise the text would be simply huge), so let’s look at the main pros and cons and choose the leader among iPhones for 2017-2018.
iPhone 5S vs iPhone SE vs iPhone SE 2(?)
Subtitle for those who choose compact smartphone from Apple. And here the company (at the end of 2017 - beginning of 2018) leaves no chance for choice. You need to take the iPhone SE and completely forget about the iPhone 5S. Dot.
The most powerful small iPhone. The most popular building. The cheapest iPhone. There are rumors that Apple will release a second SE model in early 2018 and it will most likely become no less popular. But these are just rumors and nothing more... For now we have what we have.
- Powerful filling.
- Low price.
- Convenient and compact body.
- A huge number of spare parts. Broken display? Don't worry - the price of repairs won't hit your pocket too much.
- Large selection of accessories.
- Lack of features like Force Touch and moisture protection.
- Small screen.
- There is a lot of “divorce” if you buy it “from hand”. The most common is the sale of iPhone 5S under the guise of SE ().
The ideal caller. Battery holds great, doesn't slow down, good camera, fits wonderfully in the hand. Should I buy it in 2017? If you don’t need a large display, buy it and don’t think about it. Of course, SE 2 may come out in 2018. But! Will it cost 18,000-20,000 rubles? Hardly.
iPhone 6S vs iPhone 7 vs iPhone 8 – what to buy in 2017-2018?
But here the choice is more difficult...
iPhone 6S
In terms of technical characteristics, this is the same iPhone SE, only in a different case - the display diagonal is larger and the screen supports Force Touch. I guess I won’t write too much here - the iPhone 6S doesn’t have any special advantages to really strongly recommend it for purchase in 2017.
If it were sold at a price of 25,000 - 27,000 thousand, then we could think about buying it. And so... it’s better to pay attention to older models. Although, I will still highlight a few advantages:
- Speaker. Starting with the iPhone 7, Apple makes its models waterproof, which negatively affects the performance of the hearing speaker. As many have noted, the sound when talking on the phone on the iPhone 6S is much clearer than that of the next generations of iPhone.
- Camera. Yes, yes, yes, judging by the reviews iPhone camera 6S is almost the standard among the latest iPhone models. Since many people do not like the image processing algorithm in the iPhone 7 and 8 (they turn yellow, there is “soap” in the details).
- Good old 3.5mm headphone jack.
iPhone 7
In my opinion, this is currently the most balanced smartphone from Apple. And it will almost certainly remain so until the September 2018 presentation. Until some iPhone 8S comes out...
Here's why you should pay attention to the iPhone 7:
- Moisture protection, Force Touch, quite powerful filling. Supports all iOS 11 features.
- Large selection of colors (Product Red alone is worth it!).
- The smartphone has been in production for a year now, all the “childish” sores and shortcomings have been eliminated.
- Reasonable price.
- Aluminium case.
There is also a negative, but it only appears in comparison with the iPhone 8 and there are not so many of them - the only serious thing I can note is the lack of wireless and fast charging. If you are ready to charge your device the old fashioned way, then buying an iPhone 7 in 2017 (and in 2018 too) is the most reasonable decision.
iPhone 8
In fact, this is the same iPhone 7, to which they added wireless charging and for this we had to change materials back cover- Now there is glass. And this is immediately a big minus - the figure eight can be dropped so that you will end up having to replace both glasses at once - front and rear.
And this is money. And considerable ones.
Here are a few more disadvantages:
- Choice of body color. Yes, everything is very subjective. But in my opinion, “this is a fiasco” of Apple - where is there any diversity? Cream? Are you seriously? And in general, I want a blue iPhone! :)
- Camera. Judging by test shots, in the photo in an artificial room an eerie yellowness appears. Yes, it was also in the iPhone 7, but clearly not as strong. Although, in fairness, it should be noted that photo processing algorithms can be improved with the release of new firmware.
- This is an iPhone 7. Minimum new.
- True Tone is one of the few innovations. Now adjusting screen colors and backlight intensity has become more intelligent.
- Video in 4K resolution (60 frames) and 1080p (240 frames - slow motion).
- Well, we already talked about charging - there is fast and wireless.
In my opinion, there are not enough advantages. Is all this worth the overpayment of 10,000 or more thousand rubles (compared to the iPhone 7)? Big question.
So, what about the iPhone Plus – which one should I get?
And with “large” iPhones everything is approximately the same as with small ones. Besides the fact that the iPhone 6S Plus is not worth considering for purchase at all. Still, the main feature of the iPhone with the Plus prefix of recent years is the dual camera (the iPhone 6S Plus has one module), which means we will choose between the “seven” and the “eight”.
How to choose the right one? That's right, look at what is written just above about small models - everything is repeated. There are no fundamental differences that allow us to definitely recommend only the iPhone 8 Plus (and not the iPhone 7 Plus) for purchase.
There is a desire to pay for the use of the powerful processor on the market (in real-life tasks the difference with the 7 Plus processor is negligible), wireless charging, True Tone? You can also buy 8 Plus. No? Let's take the 7 Plus and enjoy a good device.
Is it worth getting an iPhone X in 2017-2018?
Certainly, this smartphone stands apart among all iPhone models in 2017-2018 - there are too many innovations. The very best iPhone for the coming year. Maximum possibilities. Super device. Take it and rejoice!
But... I, for example, would not be in a hurry to buy it in 2017. And, at a minimum, I would wait until the beginning (or even the middle) of 2018. And that's why:
- iPhone X is a completely new experience for Apple. New building, new display, new technology Face ID. Most likely, there will still be some shortcomings in the first batches - let other users test the first “jambs”.
- Price. Apparently, at the start of phone sales there will be very few phones (like in the good old days). In conditions of shortage, the price tag will be inflated.
But when the excitement subsides, then you can take it - after all, we really miss truly revolutionary devices from Apple.
conclusions
If you need a small smartphone, then we buy an iPhone SE - there are no options at all. At least until the second generation SE comes out. As soon as it is presented, I will definitely update the article and we will figure it out - is it worth buying it in 2018?
As a replacement for my iPhone 5S for 2017-2018, I will choose the iPhone 7. Still, I want a little bigger screen, and all sorts of features such as water resistance will not be superfluous. “Seven” is a device that has already been tested, it costs reasonable money (), and I can somehow live without wireless charging of the iPhone 8. And even if before September 2018 you suddenly really want an iPhone X, the “seven” can always be sold for a more or less normal price, pay extra and buy a “ten”.
These are the thoughts... what do you think? Which iPhone is better buy “here and now”? Share your opinion!
Updated! Dear friends, I am always happy to answer all questions about choosing a specific device in the comments - there is no need to duplicate questions by email and bombard it with letters. Thank you!
Updated 2! Very often, in addition to the question “Which iPhone to choose?”, the question “Where to buy it?” began to fly in. Yes, to make it cheaper!” I already wrote about this, but I’ll repeat it:
- It is very difficult for me to recommend any store (even if I have bought there myself before), since I cannot be 100% sure of it. And I really wouldn’t want a purchase on my advice to be disappointing - this has already happened once (and, as it turned out later, not through the fault of the seller) and for generally ordinary advice I was mixed with dirt. Since then - no, no :)
- But I’ll still tell you about one proven way to save money. How to do it? Get some money back from your purchase. Yes, you shouldn’t count on huge sums of money – but there will always be enough for a case and (or) protective glass. We register on the website, choose a store where the price is lower and the refund is higher, we buy an iPhone (you can do more than just that - the choice of products is huge) and... victory!
We bought the phone, some of the money was returned, beautiful!
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Technologies do not stand still, and leading companies offer the user something new every month. Apple was no exception. Although new devices from the Cupertino giant appear less frequently than flagships and mid-rangers from Samsung, the choice in favor of an Apple device is undeniable for many. We will talk about which iPhone to choose in 2017.
Should we expect the release of iPhone 8 in 2017?
New Apple technology is known for its design and quality. Everyone who touches the elegant and thin body new iPhone, remains impressed. Of course, because modern case materials and design do not leave middle-class smartphones a chance. Therefore, to the question of what the new iPhone will be like in 2017, one can give an almost unequivocal answer - it will turn out to be another work of art.
The new iPhone 2017 (let's call it that for now, for simplicity) may come as a surprise. Why? All new devices from the mobile giant contain controversial and contradictory details. One did not have a headphone jack. In another, I was not happy with the “closed” operating system. The anniversary iPhone 2017 will certainly not be devoid of such delights. Apple can easily afford to be capricious. But the company's throne with the world's best marketers is no longer so secure.
Who can compete with Apple?
There is still debate about when it will be released. new phone from Apple are not abating, you can turn your attention to competitors' products. Chinese and Korean companies are striving to take the palm from the American corporation, thereby capturing a significant market share. Among the obvious competitors are:
- Samsung, which was mentioned earlier.
- LG. Although the company pleases with its flagships less than in the past.
- Motorola, which returned to the market with the goal of re-conquering it.
- And a whole galaxy of Chinese and European companies with no less potential.
Near future for the market mobile phones will be held in battles between key players, to whom newcomers will certainly join. And now - which iPhone can you choose in 2017?
Looking forward to September 2017
Fans of portable technology who follow the news can already guess whether there will be an eighth iPhone in 2017. And if so, when? According to good tradition, September falls from Apple. Now we can say with confidence that in the bowels of the company a new flagship.
We can say that the new iPhone SE was a surprise. Steve Jobs' successors turned their attention to a more budget-friendly niche by creating a remake phone. You won’t have to guess for a long time what the next one will be. In each device, the Cupertino team develops ideas that are relevant to the market. What can we say now?
Characteristics
Summer will certainly show what to expect from technology next year, 2018. During this period, all innovations are prepared. However, much of the content of Apple’s anniversary devices can already be judged now:
- Screen. The high-resolution Super AMOLED matrix will delight lovers of bright colors.
- The A11 processor, if it does not become a masterpiece of speed, will certainly supplant the ubiquitous Snapdragon.
- You can count on at least 3 GB of RAM. Agree, putting less in a top-end smartphone now is nonsense. The release date of the new iPhone, 2017, will certainly show how much memory will be in the new generation flagships.
- iOS 11 will be beautiful, even more convenient and simple.
- And the eye and face scanner will complement the rich picture of the riot of technology.
What else can you expect?
The latest for today, iPhone SE, was no exception to the good rule for Apple - the quality must remain consistently high. His release was watched with held breath by many. Earlier new products and models of the future - the “evil corporation” will retain its face in front of the consumer, you can be 100% sure of this.
What the iPhone 8 will be like, 2017 will show for sure.
And if you haven’t yet decided what the 2017 iPhone 8 will be like, turn your attention to regular fans of the Apple brand. They regularly update their devices - not only to stay on track, but also to be confident in the reliability and quality of their digital satellites. The release date of the new iPhone is 2017. And he promises to be very generous with technical innovations.
The year is preparing surprises
Still, when will the new iPhone come out in 2017? The answer to this question is almost clear - it will happen in September. If not, in any case, the premiere will not be long in coming. We can only hope that the affordability of the new Apple flagship will be better than before. You can choose the anniversary, eighth iPhone based on memory capacity, color, and maybe other parameters. Be that as it may, only the engineers and designers of the manufacturing company know what the iPhone 8 2017 model year will be like.
Even now, Apple has plenty to choose from in its lineup! Therefore, choose a new device with an apple and accessories for it, exchanging opinions in the comments!
Apple for ten years iPhone history has accustomed consumers to the fact that after the announcement of a major version of smartphones, a continuation of the “S” line will be released. Therefore, this year many were waiting for the 7S model. But contrary to established tradition, the Cupertino team immediately showed the iPhone 8. What is the new product and has the device deservedly skipped a whole generation?
The new product was shown on September 12 at the Apple presentation at the Steve Jobs Theater. A few days later, pre-order of the device became available, and on September 22, sales began in some “first wave” countries. Russia entered the second echelon and the smartphone appeared on our shelves a week later: September 29.
Technical characteristics of iPhone 8
iPhone Specifications 8 have improved significantly. It received the Apple A11 Bionic processor. In it, 4 cores are energy efficient, and the other 2 are productive. The new controller allows for a smooth transition between the two when needed. It is important that the engineers managed not to reduce autonomy. By the way, the A11 Bionic chip is designed to work with neural networks. This means the device will perform tasks more intelligently in many use cases.
- Display: 4.7-inch IPS with a resolution of 1334x750, PPI - 326
- Processor: Apple A11 Bionic
- Cameras: 12 MP main, f/1.8; 7 MP front
- Permanent memory: 64 or 256 GB
- RAM: 2 GB
- Battery: 1821 mAh
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
- OS: iOS 11
- Weight: 148 g
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 67.3 x 138.4 x 7.3 mm
Appearance
The new product did not receive anything fundamentally new in its design. It's still the same appearance iPhone 6 from 2014. The layout of the elements is the same: at the front there is a display, a Home button and sensors, and at the back there is a camera and flash. The large frames on the front have also not gone away; after all, the “eight” is not at all similar to the iPhone X.
For lovers of fashionable framelessness, this will be a huge minus. But in terms of practicality, this solution gives the new product a few points of advantage, since in the event of a fall, the risk of the display collapsing is slightly less. The iPhone 8 did not receive an aluminum case; now only the side frame is made of metal, and there are glass panels on the front and back. At the same time, it was possible to maintain protection from water and dust according to the IP67 standard.
This was probably done for the convenient introduction of wireless charging, which also debuted in the new product. But now the smartphone inevitably needs to be hidden in a case, otherwise expensive repairs cannot be avoided. In addition, Apple claims that the glass on the back panel is very durable (and expensive) and should not break. Practice shows that behind these words there is more deceit than real benefit.
Still, the iPhone 7, made of brushed aluminum 7000 series, calmly withstood even serious falls on an uneven surface. And if you don't take into account Jet Black version of the smartphone, it was not so easy to scratch the device. The glass in the iPhone 8 behaves fundamentally differently and is likely to show a large number of traces of use.
Many may also be upset by the lack of a MiniJack for headphones. The included headset is connected via a lightning connector. There are two ways to get out of the situation: use an adapter or Bluetooth headphones.
Display
The display also remains unchanged for the fourth year: the same 4.7-inch IPS matrix with a resolution of 1334x750. The dot density is 326 PPI. The time-tested screen is still a kind of benchmark in the Apple world. It has excellent viewing angles, natural color reproduction and pleasant contrast. And unlike OLED technology, there is no unpleasant pixel burn-in effect.
But one cannot help but blame Apple for still using a display with such a low resolution. Most competitors have been using Full HD or even QHD matrices for a long time. And these are not just marketing ploys, since the difference between the Retina display in the iPhone 8 and the Full HD matrix in another top-end smartphone is noticeable.
Among the innovations, the TrueTone function is notable. Previously it was only used in expensive tablets iPad Pro, now this opportunity has appeared on the iPhone. The essence of its work is to automatically adjust the white balance depending on the lighting. If we look at typical usage scenarios, TrueTone will make the displays “cooler” in bright daylight and go into warm colors in the room.
Don't be confused this technology with another tool - Night Shift. It changes the display temperature based on the time of day rather than the lighting. Although both functions make the screen readability more pleasant and the eyes less tired.
Performance and Memory
Another extremely important feature of the iPhone 8 was the abandonment of PowerVR graphics accelerators. The iPhone 8 has a 3-core processor of its own production. The company claims that the new chip is up to 30% faster than its predecessor.
In fact, the smartphone shows approximately the same results as last year's model. All applications and games work flawlessly: there are no stutters or fps drops. In this regard, the smartphone is ahead of many competitors, and the low screen resolution played an important role in this.
In terms of memory, everything is also excellent. There are 2 permanent storage options to choose from: 64 or 256 GB, no microSD slot. The RAM size is 2 GB. The values are quite acceptable and should be enough for most tasks.
Cameras
The main camera remains largely unchanged. There are the same 12 MP cameras with f/1.8 aperture, but a faster matrix and a new filter have been introduced. The gadget works with HDR enabled by default. This was probably done so that the resulting images, even without processing, would look more saturated. This is how smartphone cameras work Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy.
Although, unlike its competitors, the gadget from Cupertino produces natural colors and does not bother with over-sharping. During the day, the resulting photos are at an excellent level, at night things are a little worse, but the result is still acceptable. We can confidently note the improvement in the quality of pictures in poor light compared to the iPhone 7. Unfortunately, the new product does not receive support for the “Portrait” mode, which is available in the Plus version.
Among the minor improvements, it is worth noting the improved flash. Now, when shooting in the dark, the diodes adjust the intensity and the background is not darkened, but remains as light as the main subject.
Videography has also received noticeable innovations. iPhone 8 is capable of shooting 4K videos at 24, 30 or 60 fps, and recording at 240 fps has become available in Full HD mode. Stabilization is present, and the device is among the best in video quality.
System
It is worth considering the work separately operating system. iOS 11 works well, but there are rare animation jitters or errors with font display. In this regard, the iPhone 8 is not unique; almost all Apple smartphones began to perform worse after updating to version 11 of the system. But new products always receive bug fixes and, probably, the G8 will function more smoothly.
One of the nice things about iOS 11 is its widespread adoption. machine learning. The company talks about work neural networks in Siri, the camera and some other elements of the system. Due to the A11 Bionic processor, tailored for such tasks, such functionality will develop more and more over time.
AR
Apple places great emphasis on augmented reality technology. Along with iOS 11, ARKit was introduced, with which developers can create various software in this area. There are already a huge number of games and applications available that use AR. For example, you can now easily measure distance, height, throw a ball into a virtual hoop, or control your army, which will fight right in the room.
The potential of the technology has not yet been revealed, so an application store will soon App Store will be filled interesting content augmented reality. To prove this conclusion, we note that after the announcement of ARKit, Google began developing its own technology and so far the “good corporation” has not been able to demonstrate interesting results.
Autonomy and battery
iPhone 8 has a 1821 mAh battery. By the standards of devices from the Android world, this is just pennies. But in reality, a smartphone can work all day from morning to evening without any problems. Based on the numbers, the following results are obtained:
- Talk time: 14 hours
- Music listening time: 40 hours
- Surfing the Internet: 12 hours
- Video playback: 13 hours
The measurements were carried out under ideal conditions, so in reality you should expect slightly lower values. In general, the new product works approximately like the iPhone 7.
But the nice thing is that Apple has finally introduced wireless and fast charging into its device. But Cupertino, in their favorite manner, made the functions additional and did not include the required accessories in the delivery package. To use fast charging, you need to buy a MacBook power plug and a Lightning to USB-C cable from the official store. The kit will cost almost 7 thousand rubles.
The same situation with wireless technology. Although Apple used the well-known Qi standard, the corresponding docking station must be purchased separately. The average cost of such a device is 2 thousand rubles. In total, to unlock all the functionality of the iPhone 8, you need to spend an additional 9 thousand rubles.
We noted the bad, now about the good. With fast charging, the smartphone can be charged 50% in 30 minutes, and 100% charged in about 75 minutes. Through the Qi standard, everything happens a little slower and as a result, the gadget is fully charged in 3-4 hours. But in this case, it is the elimination of wires that is important, rather than the speed of operation.
iPhone 8 price
In Russia, iPhone 8 is sold at a price of 56,990 rubles for the 64 GB version and 68,990 rubles for the 256 GB model. Prices are high, especially compared to tax-exempt states in the US, where the new product sells for $699 and $849. Therefore, when buying a smartphone abroad, you can save a lot of money.
The range of Apple smartphones this year is larger than ever. It's easy to get lost among 8 models And 42 (!) modifications.
Apple has removed the intermediate average amount of memory and now this year’s new products are available with 64 or 256 GB drives, and all other smartphones with 32 or 128 GB of memory.
Let's figure out together which iPhone is better to buy this fall.
iPhone SE
You will be surprised, but in 2017 many smartphone users feel comfortable with 4-inch devices. They are easy to operate with one hand; smartphones are very compact.
IN model range After Apple's recent presentation, there is only one current 4-inch model left - the iPhone SE.
The smartphone is good in both hardware and camera, supports most iOS features, and the price is quite reasonable.
iPhone SE is the most affordable ticket to the world of iOS; the device is perfect as a first iPhone.
If you already have it: You won’t be able to make much profit by selling such a smartphone; a few months ago it... Even if you sell it at a good price, you will only be able to buy a mediocre Android smartphone with the proceeds.
iPhone 6s/6s Plus
Just imagine that this is the only current Apple smartphone with a normal display by today’s standards and a 3.5 mm headset jack.
In a year or a year and a half, everyone will forget about this element in iPhones. Just for the sake of being able to listen to music normally, you can already look towards the iPhone 6s.
At the same time, you get the most affordable iPhone with a 4.7-inch (or 5.5-inch) display and 3D-Touch support. There is only no moisture protection, as in older models.
The only disappointing thing is the big difference in price between the iPhone SE and iPhone 6s. For the cost of an Eski with a large amount of memory, you can buy two SE.
If you already have it: continue to use, the device will receive more than one year iOS updates and handle most typical tasks.
If you are thinking about changing your device, hurry up. iPhone 6s is getting cheaper every day.
iPhone 7/7 Plus
Last year's flagship, as expected, dropped to third place in the iPhone line. At the same time, the device became noticeably cheaper, but became available with only two storage options. Apple also no longer sells the iPhone 7 in red.
If you only need a red one, quickly search reseller sites; in a couple of months you won’t find an iPhone 7 in this color, and it is unknown whether new models will be presented under the (PRODUCT)RED program.
“Seven” is now sold in a maximum range of colors. In addition to red, the usual silver, gold, pink and black (matte or glossy) models are available.
If you already have it: you missed the chance to sell iPhone 7 for maximum profit. This had to be done before Apple's autumn presentation. Now accept the fact that you will have to lower the price or continue to use the device until at least next fall.
iPhone 8/8 Plus
The device turned out to be very ambiguous. This is not a new flagship, and in appearance it differs from last year’s iPhone only in the case materials, and it’s already boring in appearance.
At the same time, the device received the long-awaited wireless charging and an advanced camera.
If the device is purchased to replace a simple camera, you need to look only towards the Plus model.
When purchasing an iPhone 8/8 Plus, be prepared to spend money on additional accessories. You can reveal all the capabilities of the model only with wireless charger or, providing fast charging via wire.
If you already have it: You may not yet have the device itself, but a pre-order is fine. Congratulations. Now you will have to carry your iPhone without covers or cases so that everyone can see which model you have in your hands.
iPhone X
This is it - the new flagship with a fabulous price tag, questionable ergonomics and a 5.8-inch display.
The high price tag makes even buying a smartphone in the USA through a conditional parcel post not the most profitable idea.
It makes sense to buy a smartphone in the following situations:
- you have an iPhone 5/6 that is outdated/obsolete and you want something really new;
- you are used to using only flagships and change iPhones every year;
- you need an iPhone for show-off, which everyone will recognize from afar;
- you want a smartphone with a couple of cool cameras (front and main);
- I have an extra 80 thousand rubles.
In other situations, you can safely look at more affordable models.
If you already have it: don't lie, it's Chinese copy from AliExpress.
Summary for those who haven't read:
1. If you need the cheapest and/or most compact iPhone, take the SE from RUB 20,990.
2. If you need an iPhone with a headphone jack, get the iPhone 6s from RUB 35,990. or iPhone 6s Plus from RUB 43,990.
3. If you need a modern flagship, buy iPhone 8 from RUB 56,990. or iPhone 8 Plus
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