iPhone 8 what's in it. Is it possible to delete default apps on new iPhones? Wireless charging support

In 2017 year Apple released three new smartphones simultaneously. Designed in the classic style of 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X. They received new system owner identification. Statistics show that, despite analysts' complaints about the lack of innovation, not everyone needs it. In the first quarter of 2018, total sales of Series 8 models amounted to 44% of the total number of Apple smartphones.

At the same time, do not forget that Apple is still selling iPhones SE, 6S and 7 at discounted prices. In other words, buyers have a large choice, and the line of smartphones at the beginning of 2018 is represented by five models at once. Let's figure out what iPhone 8 looks like, look at its main characteristics and learn how to check its authenticity.

The standard set of accessories included in the box with the new smartphone has not undergone any changes. You are getting universal cable with a Lightning connector for connecting to a PC and the mains, a 5 W power adapter, headphones and an adapter to a 3.5 mm analog jack.

The device is produced in three colors: silver, gold and black. latest model has the marketing name "gray space". Pink color not used in Series 8. As part of the RED charity project, in March of this year it was released additional version in a red case. Apple donates the proceeds from its sale to the International AIDS Foundation.

The main feature of the new product is the use of glass as the material for the back cover. Until this point, glass panels were only used in the 4 and 4S models. From iPhone 5 to 7 and SE, all phones had an aluminum body. Metal prevented Apple from introducing wireless charging into its devices, while Android competitors had been supporting the Qi standard for several years. The glass does not interfere with the use of electromagnetic induction, and as a result, users have received a long-awaited feature.

The appearance and dimensions, despite the replacement of materials, remained virtually unchanged. Compared to the previous model, the iPhone 8 became 10 grams heavier, thickened by 0.2 mm and grew in length by 0.1 mm.

You can criticize Apple for the lack of serious changes in design as much as you want. However, from the consumer's point of view there is absolutely nothing wrong with this. Many owners constantly carry their smartphone in a case, and its stable dimensions allow you to easily use accessories from previous models.

Main characteristics

All 2017 devices received the same A11 Bionic processor. Two of the six computing cores are designed for solving high-performance tasks, and the rest are for energy-efficient ones. Power connection is carried out as needed.

As a result, one core can be used for background activity, and all six can be used for heavy workloads. Compared to the previous A10 model, processor performance has increased by a quarter with more economical battery consumption. As a result, despite the fact that the battery capacity of the iPhone 8 is 139 mAh less than that of the “seven”, the autonomy indicators remained at the same level.

For fans of synthetic tests, the following screenshot shows the results of GeekBench 4, which clearly shows the performance of iPhones 7 and 8.

The device is equipped with 2 GB of RAM. The internal storage size is 64 or 256 GB. The case is protected from moisture and dust according to the IP67 standard. This means that a smartphone can painlessly survive a short-term “bathing” in a non-aggressive liquid, immersed to a depth of up to one meter.

The camera matrices intended for shooting photos and videos remained at the same level: 12 megapixels for the main one and 7 megapixels for the front one. The changes affected capabilities and technical characteristics. Apple has managed to improve picture quality in low light. The main camera now constantly shoots slow-motion video in 1080p quality, without reducing it when the frame rate increases to 240/s. The module is still single – double is installed only in iPhones “Plus” and “X”. The lens protrudes somewhat from the back above the smartphone body, but this height is leveled out when using a case.

The Retina HD screen retains a resolution of 1334x750 pixels and a diagonal of 4.7 inches. The main innovation was the use True technologies Tone, designed for adaptive adjustment of color tone to external lighting. Previously, it was only used in iPad Pro tablets.

Authentication

Despite the fact that the iPhone 8 was released in September 2017, it is sold quite actively on the secondary market. There can be many reasons for selling. For example, you decide to change your phone to a model in a different color or with more internal memory.

Some users took the “eight” at the start of sales in order to get a new smartphone, and after a few months, when demand and price decreased somewhat, exchange it for an iPhone X. In this case, you will receive the original, which in any case will cost less than in the shop. So as not to buy Chinese fake, you need to follow a few simple rules.

Check by serial number.

The most reliable way is to check the device on the warranty website Apple service by serial number.

1. Open the smartphone settings section, marked with a frame. The field shown by the arrow contains an alphanumeric combination. This is the serial number we need.

1. Open the warranty support website by following the link provided. Enter the number found in the settings in the field marked “1”. Scroll down the screen and enter the verification code.

1. The box marked with a frame should display the model of the smartphone we are purchasing. The serial number entered in the previous step must completely match the one that appears on the screen.

Secondary signs

Craftsmen from the Middle Kingdom are becoming more sophisticated every year. Cheap copies with hieroglyphs printed on the back or a slot for a second SIM are no longer in fashion. Fake packaging exactly copies the original sample. The rules for placing stickers are followed and fonts are selected that are not very different from those used by Apple.

Even iTunes identifies the best fakes as genuine iPhones. Solution in in this case lies on the surface. operating system a fake smartphone will have a different one. Externally, you can change Android to create almost full copy iOS, but branded services they will not work in it.

1. After turning on your smartphone to check, try running App Store. The Chinese equivalent will send you, at best, to Google Play. These two stores are as different as heaven and earth and it is impossible to confuse them.

1. Similarly, you can run iTunes Store or Face Time. Application icons may look exactly the same, but they will open in a completely different way than they should on a real iPhone.

Finally

The younger model with a memory capacity of 64 GB costs between 53-57 thousand rubles, depending on the retail chain. The older one will cost about 10 thousand more. Taking into account the installed hardware iPhone capabilities 8 will last at least several years. If you're a fan of Apple products but don't particularly need technology like Face ID, this would be a great choice.

Video review

A detailed overview of the characteristics and capabilities of the smartphone can be seen in the video below.

The anniversary generation of iPhone was an excellent opportunity for Apple to prepare a special surprise for fans. In the wake of the trend of frameless displays, the public hoped to see a new product with a fundamentally new design. The expectations were met, but the eighth iPhone lost all this. Why did this happen and will the device be relevant this year? Read our iPhone 8 review.

Price and main characteristics

Compared to the iPhone X, the “regular” generation of the flagship doesn’t look that expensive. The price of the younger version of the device at the start of sales in the USA is $699. For a smartphone with 256 GB of internal memory you will have to pay $849. It is expected that in Russian retail the iPhone 8 will initially be sold at a significant premium.

Specifications:

Display: 4.7”, Apple Retina HD 1334 x 750 px (326 ppi);
processor: Apple A11 Bionic + Apple A11 Bionic GPU video accelerator;
RAM: 2 GB;
internal memory: 64/256 GB;
camera: main – 12 MP, front – 7 MP;
communications: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi (802.11 ac), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, Galileo, QZSS, Lightning;
battery: 1821 mAh;
dimensions: 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm;
weight:148 g.

Traditionally, the new generation of flagships managed to break several records among other devices at once. iPhone 8 has the best camera, according to the DxOMark resource, and the most productive mobile processor in the world (on this moment).

Equipment and appearance

Since the iPhone 7, the smartphone's packaging has remained virtually unchanged, with only a few cosmetic touches added to its packaging. Now the iPhone 8 Space Gray is placed in the same dark box, and the image of the smartphone on the box of the other color versions has received a small highlight, which emphasizes the glass surface of the back cover of the device. Inside is the iPhone 8 itself, EarPods + mini-jack adapter, charging unit, lightning cable, removal clip SIM cards and documentation.

The omission of the traditional S-generation quite reasonably suggests that the new generation of flagships from Cupertino will receive fundamental changes in design. But in fact, the iPhone 8 was spared drastic changes. Moreover, the smartphone is very similar to its predecessor, with the exception of some details.

This time, the manufacturer abandoned aluminum alloy in the manufacture of the case; it was replaced by glass on the back and front surfaces of the device. Such measures had to be taken because of wireless charging, which works best through glass. New material pleasant to the touch, but collects fingerprints relatively quickly. The iPhone 8 is also slightly slipperier than its predecessor.

In addition, the Cupertino team cut color palette, only Space Gray, Silver and Gold color options will be available on store shelves.

If you still have a case from an old iPhone (with a cutout for the apple logo), you can safely throw it away. The signature feature of the new product has now shifted a few millimeters down, which is why the old bumpers only spoil appearance devices. Unfortunately, you can hardly do without additional protection here. Apple said that the glass of the new iPhone is one of the most durable in the entire line, but it will still “delight” the owner with an impressive crack after falling on the asphalt.

The gadget is waterproof to the IP67 standard; the new product is not afraid of water procedures for a long time. However, this option has long become standard for all flagships.

In general, the iPhone 8 is a classic representative of the intermediate generation of flagships, released in wrong time. The design of the device has moved forward just a few millimeters on the way to perfection. On the contrary, the use of glass panels was criticized by many people. However, almost all fans agree on one thing - the iPhone 8 was “outdated” immediately after the presentation of the fundamentally new iPhone X.

Screen

The desire to be the first in everything led the flagship developers to better display in the world among everyone mobile devices. Don't let the technical specifications scare you - the lack of FullHD and only 4.7 inches diagonally. It uses the latest Apple Retina HD Display, based on an OLED matrix manufactured by Samsung, with indicators meticulously adjusted to the ideal.

The key innovation is the True Tone function, which changes the color temperature of the displayed image according to the lighting conditions environment. This option was first introduced in last year's Pro iPad line. Now it has finally moved to smartphones. Another innovation is support for HDR; iPhone 8 has the ability to play relevant content.

The maximum brightness threshold of the flagship display reaches 663 nits, which is quite enough for excellent screen readability even under bright sunlight. As expected, Retina Display Looks great from any angle. However, the screen still has some shortcomings; they relate more to Apple’s overall strategy and positioning. A couple of years ago, such a display would have created a real sensation, but now the wide, awkward frames of the iPhone 8 look simply ridiculous against the background of the frameless Galaxy S8.

Performance

Another big point in the iPhone 8 standings was latest processor, manufactured using 10nm technology. According to Apple, A11 Bionic is the most powerful mobile chipset among all those currently existing.

Indeed, the loud statements are supported by benchmark results that were leaked even before the presentation itself. The new product has left its main competitor far behind, Samsung Galaxy S8 is 35% “weaker”.

The processor comes with 2 GB of RAM and a choice of 64/256 GB of storage. Thanks to perfect optimization new iOS 11 there is no need to talk about any sagging of the interface. Yes and in iPhone games 8 is reminiscent of an ultra-expensive PC, since in the AppStore you will not find an application that the device’s chipset cannot handle.

Camera

The DXoMark portal awarded the photo module of the device the title of “the best camera among all mobile devices.” For many years now, Apple's flagships have remained the standard for comparing image quality with competitors. Based on their technical characteristics, the iPhone 8 received the same camera as its predecessor - 12 megapixels, ƒ/1.8 aperture, five-fold zoom and optical stabilization. However, the improvements lie elsewhere.

The new A11 Bionic chipset is equipped with the best image processing algorithms. The smartphone analyzes the situation in the frame (selecting individual objects) and adjusts individual settings according to it. The flash received the Slow Sync function, and autofocus became even faster. The updated photosensor recognizes more details in low light. Overall, make sure high quality Pictures are better from your own experience.

Example video:

Innovations also affected video shooting; iPhone 8 can now record video in 4K resolution at 60 frames per second. But the front camera was left the same - the same 7 megapixels with the ability to record FullHD video.

Speaker, sound quality

The multimedia speaker of the gadget sounds at the same level as its predecessor. Except that the iPhone 8 is about 10% louder, however, this is not that important.

The smartphone comes with a branded wireless headset EarPods. The sound is commendable, but some sacrifices must be made to achieve it. Apple still forces its customers to use a bunch of adapters if they suddenly want to use a different headset.

Battery

The actual battery capacity of the new product is 1821 mAh. In battery life tests, the iPhone 8 performed slightly better than the previous generation. In mode maximum load The gadget is discharged in about eight and a half hours.

At the presentation of the flagship, support for wireless charging was also announced. True, there is no original accessory from Apple included, so those who want to use this technology will have to fork out another 6-7 thousand rubles.

Communication and Internet

iPhone 8 showed itself excellently in terms of its main purpose - mobile communications. The interlocutor on the other end of the line can be heard clearly and clearly, there are no problems with receiving cellular signals or LTE. The gadget also supports the entire set of the most modern standards wireless communication. Among them is an NFC chip, an essential attribute payment system Apple Pay.

iPhone 8 video review

Competitors, conclusion

• Most powerful smartphone in the world;
• Excellent Retina display;
• Top camera;
• Excellent optimization;
• Support wireless charging;
• Moisture protection.

• Lack of serious innovations;
• Autonomy;
• Price.

It just so happened that the iPhone 8 was presented exactly 10 minutes before the main hit of the year – Model X. That’s exactly how long Apple’s new flagship was relevant in the eyes of users. Yes, the eighth iPhone can offer the highest level of performance, stunning screen and good camera. However, the device did not produce the expected “bomb” effect; traditional queues at the start of sales were replaced by empty Apple stores.

The flagship will be absolutely uninteresting to you if you expected fundamental changes from the guys from Cupertino. However, for conservatives who are not ready to give up TouchID in favor of FaceId, this is quite a good option. However, we see absolutely no reason to switch from seven to eight.

In September 2017 Apple company announced the release of three new smartphones: IPhone 8, IPhone 8 Plus and the cutting-edge IPhone X. These three phones can be purchased for $699, $799 and $999, respectively. And although the eighth models look very interesting, most people are focused on the X model, which will go on sale on November 3rd. However, there are many reasons why you should buy the eighth iPhone rather than the iPhone X.

These two smartphones have the same “stuffing”

Functionality is one of the main reasons why you should choose the eighth iPhone over the iPhone X. Their functionality is almost identical, they have very similar technical characteristics. Each of the three phones houses the A11 Bionic neural chip and M11 motion coprocessor. The only difference is how smartphones use their features. iPhone X uses these chips to support the facial recognition function, which is not present in the eighth model.

Fingerprint recognition is a proven feature, but facial recognition is not

Since the release of the iPhone 5S in 2013, Touch ID, or the fingerprint scanner, has changed the way people use their smartphones. Now you could use your fingerprint to unlock your phone, refuse complex password, and also pay for goods. Touch ID is a proven feature that works reliably. And at the moment it is unknown how well facial recognition will replace Touch ID.

The eighth iPhone supports both fast and wireless charging, just like the iPhone X

All three new phones support the same wireless charging standards, as well as fast charging. The downside is that you will have to purchase additional accessories if you decide to use one of the new charging methods. Today, Apple offers you to purchase several different charging platforms for wireless charging, as well as a special charger to speed up the process.

The iPhone 8 Plus has almost the same camera as the iPhone X.

If you buy an iPhone in order to make high-quality and beautiful pictures, then the “8 Plus” and “X” models have identical cameras. The eighth iPhone also does nice pictures, but the Plus model has an additional telephoto lens, which significantly improves the quality of the image and allows you not to lose it when zooming in. The only difference between the iPhone 8 Plus and X cameras is that the latter has optical image stabilization for both wide-angle and telephoto lenses, which allows you to take clearer photos, especially in low-light conditions. In the iPhone 8 Plus, this function is present only for the wide-angle lens.

The front cameras of the two models are also identical except for a few additional features.

On paper, the front camera found on the 8 and 8 Plus models is identical to the one found on the iPhone X. All of these cameras have 7 megapixels, an ƒ/2.2 aperture, and can also shoot video in 1080p quality. The only difference is "exclusive" software functions that the iPhone X has: portrait mode for front camera, Portrait Lighting, which lets you remove the background from a selfie for a more dramatic effect, and Animoji, a feature that lets you send animated emoji to your friends that mimic your facial movements and can even speak in your voice.

The eighth iPhone doesn't have the dreaded bar at the top of the screen

The camera is the only place where the iPhone X's continuous display, which stretches from edge to edge in all directions, is interrupted. The resulting stripe looks truly terrible. Fortunately, there is no such strip on the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus.

iPhone X is more expensive than iPhone 8

The iPhone 8 starts at $700, while the larger 8 Plus model will cost at least $800. As for the iPhone X, it will cost you at least a thousand dollars. Then it's simple math: you can save from 200 to 300 dollars if you buy an iPhone 8 or 8 Plus, which are also new and modern.

If you are replacing the seventh iPhone with the eighth, your covers and cases will fit

The sizes of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are almost identical to the sizes of the previous models in the line. New phones are a little heavier, so they differ slightly in height, length and depth. However, each difference is less than one millimeter, which means that your old cases will fit the new phones. The dimensions of the iPhone X are completely different from the sizes of previous models, so your cases will not fit it, and this is another cost, given the considerable cost of the device itself.

You can find the eighth iPhone on sale

Considering the fact that absolutely everyone is focused on the iPhone X, you can easily find and purchase the eighth model. At the same time, the iPhone X is in huge demand, which Apple is not always able to satisfy, so many people will wait weeks after the release of the smartphone to get it, while you are already enjoying your brand new iPhone 8. which has all the main advantages of the iPhone X, but at the same time costs less.

Apple will soon release a new smartphone (iPhone 8), which will be equipped with an Apple A11 processor, a frameless display and an eye scanner! Many people say that this smartphone will be revolutionary as the iPhone 8 will have the latest features.

Yes, in 2017 line Apple iPhone is celebrating a small anniversary, as 10 years have passed since the release of the first device. The release of the device will not take place soon, but it is known that the company’s plans for this gadget are very ambitious. There are a lot of rumors on the Internet about this smartphone and its functions.

According to experts, Apple may switch to OLED technology, which will allow it to produce thinner devices that will not consume a lot of energy. This will not affect the quality of the display, it will become better quality, and its contrast will increase! The first videos about iPhone 8 will appear around the time of release or after it.

release date

Many people ask: “When will iPhone 8 come out?” Since the iPhone 8 is still under development, it will be presented only at the end of 2017, full information Unfortunately, we will only be able to find out about it (characteristics, features) a few months before the release. This year the company will delight us with a modified iPhone 7, which will be improved in some aspects. We hope that Apple will delight its fans with the release of a long-lasting of this smartphone in September.

In the meantime, let's remember how it was...

2007 - iPhone
2008 - iPhone 3G
2009 - iPhone 3GS
2010 - iPhone 4 (new design)
2011 - iPhone 4s
2012 - iPhone 5 (new design again)
2013 - iPhone 5s
2014 - iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus (and again a new look)
2015 - iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus
2016 - iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus
2017 - iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

Many experts believe that the iPhone 8 will gain new display No frame and unique design. Someone even suggested that the legendary Home button would disappear on the device. Also, a special fingerprint scanner will most likely be built into the smartphone!

Iphone 8 video concept

Design

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, who is a well-known analyst, Apple plans to abandon aluminum smartphone cases. This will be done so that any user can distinguish the iPhone 8 from older models. Analysts consider the controversial point to be a return to the old design, which featured a glass back cover. Glass is more fragile and heavier, but it looks more attractive.

The good news is that since the abandonment of such cases, certain progress has been made; the materials from which glass is made have become much stronger than they were at the time. iPhone release 4S. The weight of the smartphone can be reduced using the latest panels(OLED), which were mentioned earlier. The phone will be thin, but the weight will remain about the same (due to the glass).

Allen Horng, who is director of a company that supplies parts for Apple smartphones, says the iPhone 8 will indeed feature glass back cover, made from the most the best materials. But, in his opinion, this may delay the release of the smartphone for some time.

Estimated characteristics of iPhone 8

The latest processor (Apple A11) will be made according to a 10nm process technology, which will significantly increase the device’s performance and its autonomy. Changes are also expected to include the addition of wireless charging. long range and various biometric components (eye or face scanner).

Here are the expected technical specifications:

Specifications	Apple iPhone 8 and 8+
Battery power	8+: 2700 mAh 8+: 3300 mAh
Camera	Autofocus, optical image stabilization, 3D-4K resolution
Main camera	14 MP
Front-camera	4 MP
Colors	Silver, Gold, Black, White
Memory	(16/32/64/128/256) GB
operating system	iOS 11, update to iOS 11.3.2
Price	65-70 thousand rubles
CPU	A10
Presentation date	September 2017
Screen	6.2” – 6.5”

There is a lot of debate about the screen of this smartphone, but most likely it will remain the same: 5.5 inches in the Plus version and 4.7 inches in the regular version. it will contain Quad HD resolution, special Corning Gorilla glass and 3D Touch function. If we take into account the fact that there will definitely be dramatic changes in the design of the device, then there is no point in saying anything about the screen size in advance; you need to wait some time before publishing the technical specifications.

Let's take a look at some of the components of the smartphone separately.

CPU

Chipsets for Apple are supplied by TSMC, which is currently completing the development of 10-nanometer processors. Exactly this decision will become the basis of the iPhone 8 processors. The company promises to begin supplying these processors to Apple in the summer or early fall of 2017. These “hearts” of the iPhone 8 will be more productive and energy efficient.

Camera

Unfortunately, Apple has not yet announced anything about the new camera, but many believe that a dual lens will be installed on the iPhone 8, which will provide excellent shooting quality. The upcoming device should have a 16-megapixel camera.

It will also be equipped with special optical image stabilization, and perhaps an f/1.8 aperture will appear in the Apple iPhone 8. But no one denies that the company may not change the camera compared to the previous version.

Display

Almost all analysts believe that the OLED screen will be installed on the Apple iPhone 8, because the company has already officially confirmed a deal with Samsung, because they will produce displays for the new devices. The release date of the Apple iPhone 8, which is set for approximately autumn 2017, directly depends on the speed at which production of these screens begins.

These displays do not require additional backlighting, which is used in standard LCD panels for the Apple iPhone line, so manufacturers will be able to achieve lightness and thinness of the devices. Apple representatives also note that OLED technology allows the production of devices with a curved display!

Such screens from Samsung are distinguished by excellent contrast, huge viewing angles, and excellent power consumption. Unfortunately, the service life of such displays is much shorter than those based on LCD technology.

The hottest debate concerns the screen diagonal of the Apple iPhone 8, because some experts believe that the company is making other improvements and will not touch the screen size. But some experts think that the diagonal will increase slightly as new OLED panels will be used.

Wireless charger

Long-range wireless charging will indeed be a revolutionary feature that will force many users to purchase the Apple iPhone 8, if, of course, it appears in the new model. There is no official confirmation of the presence of such a function in new devices yet.

Even though this technology will be ahead of all existing wireless charging methods, it will have its drawbacks. With distance, energy efficiency will decrease significantly (if you move away, the charging speed will drop significantly to a minimum).

The possible emergence of this technology is indicated by the fact that Apple has hired an entire scientific group consisting of scientists who are working on wireless charging.

If we take into account Apple's plans for 2017, we can conclude that it may miss a whole series of smartphones with the S prefix, which will definitely upset many fans. The only good thing is that Apple development The iPhone 8 is already coming to an end.

Some suggest that due to dramatic changes, the company will even name the smartphone differently, but almost no one believes in this theory, because iPhone 8 is the only logical name for this device.

Other features

Ming-Chi Kuo, who was mentioned earlier, also suggested that the smartphone will receive an iris scanner. This function will help significantly increase the security level of your device and important user data.

Many expect that the Apple iPhone 8 will be equipped with very fast NAND memory from Samsung, which has Apple has already a contract has been concluded. There will even be smartphones with 256 GB of internal memory, which cannot but please those who, for example, like to watch movies on a smartphone. Unfortunately, the photo of iPhone 8 will appear only after its release, which the company’s fans are already waiting for.

iPhone 8 price

The price of iPhone 8 will most likely not change, because it is approximately the same for each line. It’s difficult to give exact numbers, because everything can change (including the dollar exchange rate). Also, the price will depend on the amount of memory built into the device. If we make assumptions, then basic model may have the price is about 60,000 rubles.

It is also worth mentioning that the company intends to abandon devices with 16 GB of memory. And you will be able to buy an iPhone 8 only in the fall of 2017.

iPhone 8: when will it be released, price, specifications

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After the first year of testing iPhone 8 and 8 plus, we can already draw conclusions about the pros and cons of the model. The impression is positive; under the not-so-new body is hidden a powerful machine that has shown itself positively in different operating conditions.

Before drawing conclusions, let’s remember the characteristics of the iPhone 8 and 8 plus:

1. iPhone 8 size – 138.4x67.3x7.3 mm, weight – 148 g; iPhone 8 plus – 158.4x78.1x7.5 mm, weight – 202 g.
2. Widescreen LCD display, Retina HD, Multi‑Touch function with IPS technology. In iPhone 8, the resolution is 1337x750 pixels, the contrast is 1400:1. In iPhone 8 plus – 1920x1080 pixels, 1300:1. Supports True Tone auto white balance function.
3. IP67 dust and waterproof rating.
4. A11 Bionic with neural brain.
5. Camera 12 megapixels. 10x digital zoom. Record 1080p HD video at 30 or 60 fps.
6. Touch ID.
7. FaceTime video calls over Wi‑Fi or cellular communication.
8. Supports HEVC, MPEG‑4 Part 2, H.264 and Motion JPEG video formats.
9. Lithium-ion battery, iPhone 8 capacity 1821 mAh, iPhone 8 plus – 2675 mAh.
10. operating room iOS system 12.

Apple continues to work on optimizing smartphones for people with disabilities and health problems. iPhone 8 and 8 Plus feature accessibility features. Thanks to special options, a person with visual or hearing impairments can customize the controls to suit themselves: use a magnifying glass, dictation, subtitles, and read the screen out loud.

Equipment

A description of the iPhone 8 and 8 plus would not be complete without a list of accessories for the smartphone. Unfortunately, the tradition of a small box with minimal filling was followed this time too. The gadget comes with:

• standard charger with Lightning cable;
• headphones with Lightning connector;
• adapter from Lightning to standard 3.5 mm;
• a paperclip for prying up a SIM card;
• screen film;
• instructions.

Until the last minute fans Apple gadgets We were hoping that a wireless charging device would be included in the package. But the company never released its own docking stations, so those who want to take advantage of the cool new feature will have to look for charging outside. Engineers equipped smartphones with Qi technology; any device with the same expansion is suitable for charging.

Weight and size

The iPhone 8 and 8+ have undergone subtle changes in size and weight, but for a complete analysis even such little things are important:

1. The weight of iPhone 8 is 148 g, which is 10 g more than the previous model, 8+ is “fat” by 8 g.
2. The length of the iPhone 8 has increased by 1 mm, the thickness by 2 mm.

Changes in weight and dimensions occurred due to the appearance of the wireless charging function, as well as due to a change in the material of the rear panel. Instead of aluminum, the lid is now made of tempered glass.

Updated design?

Every year, lovers of Apple gadgets expect something revolutionary, and every year they are disappointed. Yes, there are few external changes in iPhone 8 and 8 plus:

1. The back cover is now made of tempered glass.
2. The company logo on the reverse side has shifted slightly.
3. Three body colors are available: “Gold”, “Silver”, “ Gray space" A limited edition red series of smartphones was released.

If Apple did not make major changes to the appearance of the next model, then this was necessary to achieve a different goal than a pair of “Wow!” from users. The design of iPhone 8 is a legacy of the style of the last ten years of the company's work; the model became a transition point between the old and new generations of smartphones. The role of the flagship was given to the iPhone X, and the “eight” was a pleasant surprise for fans of the usual design. Incarnated in the iPhone 7 case latest achievements engineering thought.

Waterproof

Like the “seven,” the iPhone 8 received an IP67 rating according to a standard that determines the smartphone’s resistance to solid objects and water. The model is protected to the maximum from dust, as indicated by the number 6. But with water resistance, everything is not so simple. A value of 7 means the following:

• the device can be in water for 30 minutes without damaging the electronics;
• immersion depth 1.5 m.

As a result, iPhone 8 cannot be called waterproof; only devices with ratings of 8 and 9 are called that. The Apple smartphone is rather water-resistant and can withstand short-term exposure to water and moisture. Moreover, liquids with a different consistency are doubly destructive. If sweet coffee, tea or soda gets in contact, you must immediately clean the surface.

Memory

iPhone 8 received 2 GB of RAM, 8+ respectively 3 GB. The memory of the iPhone 8 has not changed in digital terms compared to the previous model, but the performance and other functions of the smartphone have improved. Causes:

1. A processor with a neural brain that analyzes, learns, searches optimal options data use.
2. 6 cores distribute and simultaneously solve many tasks.
3. iOS 12 has become faster to process and respond to requests.

Traditionally, the capacity of the iPhone 8 and 8 plus is 65 GB or 256 GB, depending on the configuration and price. Practice has shown that 2 GB of RAM and 65 GB of memory are enough to load “heavy” games and complex programs with augmented reality function.

Battery capacity

The battery in iPhones remains the most talked about part. Today, the requirements for the battery are not so stringent; if a smartphone dies only in the evening, it’s already a holiday. Therefore, the news that iPhone battery 8 was not 139 mAh less than on the “seven” (1821 mAh versus 1960 mAh), which aroused indignation.

The reason for the reduction in battery capacity of the iPhone 8 is that wireless charging and other elements have been added to the case. But don’t be upset, the manufacturers promised that the difference will be compensated better optimization smartphone operation.

As a result, in the very first months of testing, the iPhone received positive ratings among developers and ordinary users. When compared with the “seven”, the gadgets of the eighth series performed no worse, and sometimes even better, than the previous model.

Charging in a new way

Back in the 90s and 00s, wireless charging was only in the arsenal of superheroes and heroes of science fiction films. And today, every year, the range of smartphones that support charging through inductive energy transfer is expanding. iPhone 8 and 8 plus became the first in Apple line who received this technology. Advantages of wireless charging:

• quick replenishment of energy volume, 100% battery in 30-40 minutes;
• no wires;
• charging from a distance.

iPhones 8 and 8 plus are currently only equipped with regular ones charger. The company will begin its own production of docking stations in September - October 2018. For now, the user is offered to purchase devices from other manufacturers. Fortunately, iPhones support the Qi transmission protocol, on the basis of which all such devices operate.

New generation of processors

Today, A11 Bionic is the most powerful and intelligent processor for smartphones. Some cores work for performance, some for energy efficiency. What does it give:

1. In multitasking mode, the gadget works 3-4 times faster than previous models.
2. Optimizing games and augmented reality applications.
3. Even with intensive use, energy consumption is minimal.

The main feature of the A11 Bionic is the learning ability of the processor. It does not easily pass a signal through itself, but remembers it, correlates it with others and develops a work strategy. If this continues, the emergence of artificial intelligence will only be a matter of time.

WiFi

Wireless technology local network today it is present in almost any device that has microcircuits. It is possible to develop here only in the direction of increasing speed and expanding areas of use.

Wi-Fi iPhone 8 is represented by the 802.11ac standard with MIMO technology, which increases signal throughput. In iPhone 8 and 8 plus, Wi-Fi performs the following functions:

• for data transmission;
• to connect to the Internet;
• to determine geoposition;
• for video communication.

In previous Apple models Frequent complaints from owners are related to Wi-Fi not working: it is impossible to connect to the network, the password is not accepted, the Internet is slow. The problem is solved by updating to the latest software version. Back in iOS 11, the vulnerability problems of the Wi-Fi chip on iPhones were solved, and in iOS 12 even more so.

Headphone jack

Everyone has become somewhat accustomed to the fact that iPhones now offer headphones exclusively with a Lightning connector. Although at first it Apple solution irritated users. Despite the universal hype, the reasons for changes in the format of listening to music are serious.

If with a 3.5 mm jack the sound quality depended on the device and listening means, now the functions of a digital-to-analog converter are embedded in the headphones themselves. Accessory manufacturers have the opportunity to create a product with their own settings. True, the cost of a worthy product will be appropriate.

Professional camera in your pocket

The camera capabilities of the iPhone are one of the reasons for the popularity of the smartphone. And here the G8 did not disappoint and worthily continued the tradition of stunning pictures of Apple models.

Advantages of the camera in iPhone 8 and 8 plus:

• larger matrix;
• optical stabilization during photo and video shooting;
• many image processing functions, including advanced portrait effects;
• convenient scaling control;
• video recording in 4K format, possible frequency 24, 30 and 60 fps;
• 2x optical and 6x digital zoom;
• the ability to record slow-motion videos at 120 and 240 frames per second.

Thanks to more powerful processor, image processing takes 70% less time than on the “seven”. Apple placed special emphasis on portrait photos. The mode now supports several cool effects, the list of which continues to grow.

Display

The main characteristics that Apple has equipped iPhone display 8 and 8 plus, similar to data previous model: Widescreen LCD display with Multi‑Touch support and IPS technology, which provides maximum viewing angle and excellent color rendition.

The iPhone 8 screen has a size of 4.7 inches and a resolution of 1337x750, the model 8+ has a corresponding 5.5 inches and a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. Everything is like the “seven” except for support new technology– True Tone. This program, using sensors, constantly measures the level of lighting indoors and outdoors, and based on this data it adjusts the white balance on the screen.

What are the advantages of the program:

• regardless of the time of year and location, the image on the screen is presented as printed on paper;
• changes in color ratio occur instantly, almost imperceptibly to the human eye.

True Tone adjusts even to bright lighting, so you'll no longer have to squint trying to see lines on the screen outside at midday.

Speaker

According to the manufacturer, the iPhone 8 speaker is 25% more powerful and louder than previous models. But that’s not what impressed users; the sound quality improved significantly when listening with and without headphones. The developers have removed noise, wheezing and other unpleasant sound distortions, so iPhone 8 is pleasant to listen to even at maximum volume. Changes are also noticeable in relation to the bass; now they sound richer and brighter.

Firmware

Apple operating systems are improving every year. Each subsequent OS took into account the errors of the previous one, so the evolution of modern technologies can be traced based on the characteristics of iPhone software.

A year ago iPhone firmware 8 iOS 11 was considered an achievement by the company's developers. In June 2018, the beta version of iOS 12 was launched and received positive reviews almost immediately. What has changed in the software:

• tactile sensations from using the sensor have improved;
• data processing speed has increased;
• Working with multiple tabs has become easier and faster.

The problems of iOS 11 were fixed: freezing of augmented reality applications, “heavy” games, bugs when opening Internet pages. Famous bloggers and IT experts spoke in favor of updating the firmware.

Face ID

One of the main features of the iPhone is its specific way of personalization. If in smartphones from other companies data protection is represented by standard security settings options: a code, a special picture or word, then in the iPhone it’s a show.

Face ID or face scanner was developed and introduced by Apple in 2017. The technology has replaced the Touch ID sensor or fingerprint identification. Information about the mathematical image of a face will be stored on the processor and will be inaccessible to ill-wishers.

Unfortunately, the iPhone 8 did not receive Face ID, since the program was developed for the new generation of smartphones. The first model with facial recognition was the iPhone X.

Identification sensor

In iPhone 8, the old and already familiar method of recognition remains - using a fingerprint. Moreover, the model was the last for Apple to use a Touch ID scanner; subsequent smartphones are doomed to have no frames, no Home button, and will have to be unlocked using a face photo.

Settings

After purchasing a new smartphone, the question arises about its activation. A common problem is transferring information, files and music from a previous device.

Instructions on how to set up iPhone 8:

1. After turning on, a greeting will appear on the screen, move the word “Hello” to the right.
2. Select the appropriate one from the list of languages.
3. Turn on your Wi-Fi or cellular network and geolocation feature.
4. Set your fingerprint on the Touch ID screen.
5. Create an access code.
6. Select the “Applications and Data” option and transfer your old data.
7. Next, identify yourself using a password.
8. Set up Siri technology.

The last stage of setup is transferring data from a previous Apple or Android device. Make sure the files are downloaded to the new device.

Price

The cost of the treasured smartphone depends on the presence or absence of the “plus” prefix, the color of the case and the amount of built-in memory. The cost of Athos 8 plus with 256 GB will be 69-71 thousand rubles, whereas a year ago sales started at 80 thousand rubles. The price dropped by 30% in 9-10 months.

It is worth giving credit to Apple, who know how to sell products better than anyone in the world. The cost of iPhone 8 at 40-60 thousand rubles could seem to be an obstacle to mass sales, because in Russia this amount for the majority is equal to two months’ salary. Fortunately, loans and installment plans have already been invented.

It’s difficult to categorically answer the question whether the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are worth the expense. Rumors about the quality and superiority of the gadget over others are justified. But when buying, you need to correctly assess your strengths and not allow a digital gadget to become a cause of financial difficulties.