Pros and cons of iPhone 3. The one and only

There is a lot of talk and debate about Apple devices. In my review of specific example I have analyzed all the advantages and disadvantages of this company’s flagship. Of course, we will talk about the famous IPhone 5.

I decided to become the proud owner of the fifth Apple a month ago, which I don’t regret at all. Before that I had devices on Android, but in the end I decided to try something new. I don’t want to describe the technical characteristics of the new iPhone, or write an essay on the topic “White or Black” =) - the Internet is full of this kind of information. I will try to reveal what becomes obvious to the owner after some time of use, all the noticed pros and cons as they are. I’ll tell you in advance, I’m not ardent Apple fan, but not his hater either. Just a person who more or less understands the pros and cons of this smartphone and wants to objectively and impartially tell others about these pros and cons. So, according to the points about the “pluses”:

1. About 600,000 applications in the AppStore, which will always be supported and work without glitches on your phone;

2. Absolute absence of phone freezes. Switching between applications is instant;

3. Perfect assembly both inside and outside. You are holding a piece of glass in your hand, which is very unusual after plastic phones. Not a single play;

4. Complete absence viruses due to closed nature iOS operating system Apple;

5. The clearest and brightest display (Retina) of all existing today;

6. Camera - takes great pictures both day and night, in my opinion it shoots video at about the level of SONY HD video cameras;

7.Very powerful processor, while good optimization OS (virtually zero battery consumption in standby mode);

8. Convenient synchronization between Apple devices;

9. If you lose your phone, there is a high probability of finding it using programs that track its location. You can send a message to the finder with a request to return it for a reward);

Now I’ll write about the shortcomings I noticed during use:

1. iTunes: it’s extremely inconvenient to transfer music to your phone, and the video always needs to be converted;

2. Very weak video support. I have to put additional software to watch regular avi. In general - the Stone Age;

3. No flash. Keep in mind those for whom full-fledged Internet surfing is especially important - an iPhone simply will not show you half of the Internet content;

4. Limited opportunities operations with files, is affected by closed operating system;

5. You won’t be able to set your ringtone without dancing with a tambourine. Of course, there are ways around it, installing software, but... my God, why is it so difficult?;

7. Mini SIM card. I had to carefully cut the SIM card to insert it into the phone;

8. Memory cannot be expanded;

9. “Breaking” the Internet for any little reason or without)

To summarize, I would like to note that the iPhone 5 is a well-built, carefully balanced and fast-functioning smartphone. It's not a workhorse like Windows Mobile or Android, but still successfully performs such important functions today as playing HD video without brakes, playing music, playing heavy 3D games with ease, quickly surfing the Internet, pleasingly intuitive, convenient and simple interface. Of course, it is unlikely to be suitable for working with office documents- you won’t be able to move files freely due to the closed operating system - it’s better to use Android for this. But where iOS surpasses Android is in greater stability, better optimization and, therefore, lower energy consumption.

Before purchasing, you need to understand why you need this smartphone. If what you are looking for is ease of use, stable operating system, stylish design– iPhone 5 would be the ideal choice. If you need a pocket mini-computer with many settings and ample opportunities to customize the device “for yourself,” your choice is definitely an Android-based smartphone.

People are sometimes very skeptical about such a popular device. Next, we will present all the information based on objective reviews from customers and critics.

Owners of Apple equipment have long been accustomed to the fact that the company releases an improved modification of the next model every year. IN in this case we're talking about O iPhone phone 6/6S/6S+.

The differences between the original model and the improved S are small. Therefore, we will not talk about them as separate phones with fundamental differences. More on the “plus” version a little later.

The presentation of the new one, like any other special new product from an American manufacturer, was loud. At the end of the show, the S model was presented with full review its characteristics, discussing the advantages and implemented technologies.

Design

The release of the smartphone significantly surprised buyers. The design remains the same. It is practically no different from the predecessor of the iPhone 6. The inserts were made of ceramic-metal material, and the camera stands out slightly from the body.

Particularly attentive owners would be able to notice that the screen received +1 millimeter. The manufacturer associates this nuance with the introduction of 3d Touch technology. Like many modern devices, the smartphone is convenient and pleasant to hold and use. It is as thin and light as possible. It looks modern and solid.

The case is made of aluminum, which is better known in the 7000 series. Thanks to this, the device has positive side: high level strength. If you put it under a heavy object, sit on it, or try to bend it, then everything will be fine with the smartphone. There are vulnerabilities, but they are at a low level.

But still I would like to emphasize specifically for the owners of any expensive smartphone- there is no need to test the device for strength, and you should also avoid carrying the device in the back pocket of your pants or trousers.

Screen and new technologies

If we talk about changes and other advantages of the device, we should note the introduction of 3d Touch technology in the iPhone 6S. It became quite significant, so many people became interested in the modification. Any owner of an Apple 5S will be able to notice a clearly visible difference when replacing the phone with the above one.

Thanks to this technology, users will be able to notice a huge list of functions that are now available for use. They are especially noticeable when working with various files and utilities. The screen is able to distinguish the force of pressing and, with sufficient pressure, opens a special (additional) menu. An analogue of this function is management under the Windows operating system. In order for it to open context menu you need to click on the right mouse button.

After a while it will appear a large number of tests in which you can test 3D Touch technology. It should be noted that although the manufacturer has conducted several experiments, no one can do this better than buyers. Also, all application developers who work on a smartphone will have to slightly adjust their applications to the described technology.

The iPhone 6S screen has a low screen resolution (a serious disadvantage) when compared to its competitors. But, nevertheless, it is considered beautiful and clear. The owners are also amazed by the excellent color scheme.

Camera

Many buyers have repeatedly said that the manufacturer should think about increasing the megapixels of the cameras used in iPhones.

This was finally implemented in the 6S model. The developer used a 12 megapixel matrix, so the quality of the resulting images has become many times greater. Of course, when compared with flagships from Samsung or Sony, which work with 16 MP and 23 MP sensors, this figure is quite low, but buyers are happy with at least such a response from the manufacturer. Using the iPhone 6S camera, you can notice that the pictures are taken with high speed and with the best possible image clarity.

The company has not corrected one minus. Many customers complained that they had to slide their finger up and down to change the exposure.

Live Photo

Of course, this function should be noted as a big “plus” of this phone. Thanks to it you can take cinematic pictures/videos. This function does not work in automatic mode. If desired, it can be easily disabled or reactivated.

But you need to remember that when using Live Photo The memory on the device is consumed incredibly quickly. Front-camera works with a 5 megapixel matrix, the quality of photos is the same as in the previous version. She also received a flash.

Chipset and memory

By creating new versions of devices, Apple company makes tangible strides in the creation and use of various processors. You can understand how successful the chipset is when working with running programs and resource-intensive games.

If you compare this modification with other devices, you should notice a fairly strong breakthrough in power and performance. The architecture is 64-bit, so you can use even heavy games with maximum convenience. However, this advantage also has its own fly in the ointment. Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not set the recommended 4 GB random access memory to reveal full functionality and proper operation systems.

But 2 GB is enough for smooth operation, switching between windows and simultaneously opening several applications and games at once.

It should be noted that during the presentation the manufacturer did not say anything about the device’s batteries. Energy consumption has clearly been increased and if the smartphone is working with the same battery, it will discharge many times faster.

Price

Considering the pros and cons of the device, unfortunately, the price cannot be clearly included in one or the other list. Cost will play a different role for everyone. Therefore, we leave it to the reader to decide which list to include this nuance in. The pros and cons of the iPhone 6 in owner reviews are always supported by the pricing policy.

In Europe this phone will cost 200 ( iPhone model 6S) and 300 (iPhone 6S Plus model) dollars. This cost will be relevant if a person, along with the purchase, enters into a 2-year contract with a mobile network operator.

In the territory Russian Federation and Ukraine, the device is sold for at least $700.

Pros and cons of the iPhone 6

It is necessary to summarize all the data obtained to provide a specific list of pros and cons. What are they?

Advantages:

• large screen;
• the display is clear and high quality;
• operating speed LTE networks and Wi-Fi is much better than in previous models;
• Internal storage has been increased. Three modifications are available: 16, 64 and 124 GB.

Flaws:

Pros and cons of iPhone 6 S

It is impossible to say that the 6S model is very different from the regular (authentic) smartphone model. But it still has its advantages. In addition to the above, others should be additionally noted.

Advantages:

• Performance at the highest level.
• Compared to the iPhone 6 model, the body has become noticeably better.
• The camera now works with 12 megapixels.
• The screen will receive an innovative 3D Touch option.

Flaws:

• The manufacturer did not say a word about the battery power.
• Although the camera has improved, it is much worse than its competitors.

Positive aspects of the 6 Plus modification

The autonomy of the device is much improved. Users claim that it has increased by 50-75% compared to the sixth iPhone. Even with intensive use, the charge will last until the end of the day. This is clearly what distinguishes the new one (this one in particular) and is liked by everyone without exception.

The camera got a lot better characteristics. The amount of noise is reduced due to the presence of optical stabilization. Although it doesn’t help much when shooting outdoors, it works well indoors.

The device can be used in portrait orientation, so the text is typed as quickly as possible, conveniently and with a small number of errors.

The screen and its dimensions inspired every buyer. It performs well when reading books and viewing photos and pages in the browser.

We described the advantages above. The disadvantages of the iPhone 6 S Plus are described below.

Disadvantages of the 6 Plus modification

Taking into account the past long-term use of the majority of phone owners original version, this phone does not have any particular disadvantages. The only drawback, rather, lies in the physical size. The phone hardly fits in pockets and takes up a lot of space. It is inconvenient to put it in and take it out of your pants. Many buyers note that initially this problem does not seem serious. However, after several months, they notice a habit that they never had before: when they sit down, they immediately put the device on the table. In general, the dissatisfaction also lies in the fact that even just walking around with such a phone in your pants pocket is inconvenient.

The cons plus should be obvious. Sometimes they don't work wireless modules, the system slows down.

Differences between iPhone 6 and iPhone 6+

The differences between these phones are small, but significant. The initial model has a 4.7-inch display. The screen resolution is 1344 by 750 pixels. In the “Plus” modification this figure is increased. Display - 5.5 inches, 1920x1080 pixels. Moreover, there is built-in optical stabilization, which the owners of the regular “six” so dreamed of. You can use a large number of tabs in a landscape app, just like on the iPad. As owners report in their reviews, the pros and cons of iPhone 6 and 6+ are in many cases identical.

The manufacturer's logic has long revolved around the claim that a small screen makes the device easier to use. However, owners were confused by the size of the 5S, as the small display made it difficult to use many functions. Now this problem has almost disappeared.

Results

The article describes all the pros and cons of the three versions of the iPhone 6. This information will help the buyer decide on his choice, focus on a certain version and you definitely can’t make a mistake when buying. We hope that all comparative analysis iPhone 6S and other versions are presented as clearly and understandably as possible. Happy using!

On this moment There are several mobile operating systems in the world, but the most common are iOS and Android. All over the world, smartphone users are arguing about which one is better. Each OS has positive and negative features; in order to decide on the choice of operating system for yourself, you need to consider each of them in detail.

In this article we will look at the advantages and disadvantages of Apple's operating system.

iOS is a unique operating system developed by Apple. The main feature of this platform is that it can only be installed on Apple products. IOS has become widespread because the products are different high quality their developments. iOS is a very closed operating system, which is both a plus and a minus at the same time.

pros

To the positive IOS qualities can be attributed:

Performance

Despite the fact that IOS devices usually have much fewer cores, RAM, and general characteristics seem not as powerful as phones with Android OS; this does not affect the performance of the device in any way. This system too closed and protected to allow viruses to enter, does not require cleaning.

In addition, iOS was developed exclusively for Apple products, which of course significantly increases productivity. The response of your phone or tablet to your touch is immediate. The absence of software failures is also an important advantage; there are no slowdowns or deviations in operation. Get a fast smartphone experience no matter what app you're using.

Security

Apple's operating system is much more secure than Android's malware and viruses. This is due to the fact that AppStore developers take their application store very seriously; before the application goes on sale, the store carefully checks the product. U Google attitude It’s easier to go to PlayMarket, they don’t subject you to selection of great importance and everything from any developer will go there, along with viruses. And Apple's lack of viruses greatly simplifies the work.

Safety

Apple has always paid a lot of attention to the safety of personal data and the devices themselves. The operating system is protected from all sides; you can fully use the device only if you have all the logins and passwords. Apple also cares about privacy; no program without your consent will have access to your personal data (photos, contacts, etc.)

If an iPhone falls into the wrong hands, you can remotely block it, erase all data, or leave a message to the finder with contact information (LINK). No one except you will be able to unlock your iPhone, even after a complete reset.

Legacy device support

e users can use the main functions of the new mobile OS. With update. old phone gets new features, new appearance and in general, improved, modified, more fast work smartphone.

Android also has the ability to update, but they are not guaranteed; whether an update will be available or not depends on the manufacturer; if the model is popular, then updates will be available for it. And sometimes the updates are so minor that if you update your device, you may not notice the changes.

Multitasking

The device intelligently manages battery resources, allowing for a long operating time, so applications that are not currently in use are automatically sent to sleep mode by the system.

Reliability

IPhone can be proud of its reliability and trouble-free operation. This is due to the fact that Apple prepares the OS only for its devices, constantly correcting shortcomings, making it more convenient and productive. It is much easier to adapt the operating system to one device than to fit hundreds of Android devices various models different manufacturers. Even old iPhone It will please you with the absence of freezes and slowdowns, spontaneous reboots, and so on, but with Android, after two or three years of use, problems arise.

In terms of reliability, the iPhone is ahead of all manufacturers: according to research, Apple devices are almost three times more reliable than smartphones from Samsung and five times more reliable than Nokia smartphones, not taking into account older models like Nokia 1100)

Own cloud storage

Own cloud storage 5 GB capacity, which is provided to users free of charge, provides cloud storage data, automatic saving backup copies, thanks to which one user can simultaneously view their content on several devices using synchronization. Do the same for iCloud backups your data so as not to lose them if the gadget is lost or broken. You can find out more details

No unnecessary pre-installed software

No extra unnecessary applications those who clog their memory cannot be happy. Android, on the other hand, usually has several built-in browsers, applications for viewing documents, programs for cleaning memory, built-in games and shortcuts social networks. Often these applications cannot be removed, and they interfere with your work. IN Apple devices The box contains a small number of applications, thereby not clogging up the phone's memory unnecessary programs. everything else can be downloaded yourself from the AppStore.

App Store

It cannot be said that the AppStore has a larger number of applications; the number of programs in the stores is always approximately the same. Only here in Apple store apps always come first, have more features and sometimes have a nicer interface. Well, as mentioned earlier, AppStore developers take their application store very seriously; before the application goes on sale, the store carefully checks the product.

Minuses

This operating system has plenty of advantages, but there are also disadvantages:

One SIM card

For some, this is really a minus, because people often use several SIM cards at once different operators. This is not practiced in America, so Apple developers equipped their devices with only one SIM card.

No memory card

When you buy an iPhone, you must understand that you will have exactly as much memory as you initially chose when purchasing; it is impossible to expand the memory using memory cards.

Closed system

It's closed here file system, i.e. You can’t just go and look through folders. There is also no direct copying of files; you cannot directly download a file to your phone from the Internet. To transfer data to or from a computer, the Android operating system copes without problems. As for iOS, this is problematic, since you won’t be able to download files directly; you need to install a special iTunes applications to yours. Also install yours own melody It's not so easy as a ringtone; you'll have to resort to some tricks.

Price

For many buyers, this factor plays a decisive role. Really, iPhone price is one of the highest prices on the smartphone market, which is why not all buyers can afford the device.

Sales of the iPhone 5S in Russia began quite a long time ago. We decided to sum up the final result and dot the “E”, listing all the pros and cons of the new smartphone.

Let's start with the positive points.

Let's start with the positives. iPhone 5S - all the most modern and convenient

Perhaps the first point is the very novelty of the iPhone. Traditionally, Apple tries to introduce into its devices, be it a computer or a smartphone, all the most modern technologies. Best processor, modern modules wireless networks, materials, operating system - every year, each new iPhone receives more and more new capabilities. As a result, for millions of people around iPhone world only competes. In the case of the iPhone 5S, this is iPhone5 (we don’t even remember about Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One, Nokia Lumia 920, Sony Xperia Z).

Secondly, Apple is still one of the few companies in the world that does not yet release its flagships with 5.5 or even 6-inch screens. As a result, half of the world's audience simply refuses Samsung models, LG and HTC due to their enormous size. Same thing iPhone time The 5S is also easy to hold, put in your pocket, and operate the screen with just one finger. To work with Samsung Note or HTC One Max you have to use a stylus. As a result, for millions of girls or guys who do not need a tablet in their pocket, the iPhone 5S will be the only solution.

Powerful 64-bit A7 processor

As for technical characteristics iPhone 5? The first is the new powerful A7 mobile chip with a 64-bit processor and M7 coprocessor. So far, no company in the world can boast of such powerful solutions on mobile market- Samsung and LG only promise to announce such smartphones. According to developers from Apple itself, the power of the “filling” has doubled compared to the A6 processor, which was used in the iPhone 5.

Unlike the statements of Korean companies, Geekbench, 3DMark, GFXBench tests confirm this. In addition, even when compared with more powerful “numerically” smartphones, the 5S shows an impressive lead. This is also confirmed by personal tests: the game Ifinity Blade III runs on the iPhone 5S and runs perfectly fast, smoothly and without lag. How many flagships on Android can boast of this? Units.

Battery and M7 coprocessor operation

Besides, new iPhone received a more capacious 1560 mAh battery, which is only 160 mAh more than the iPhone 5. It would seem, how can one compete with Chinese manufacturers, which supply their models with batteries with a capacity of up to 2.5-3 thousand mAh. At the same time, an additional energy-efficient M7 coprocessor is used. As a result, some applications that use the gyroscope, accelerometer and compass do not work with the main processor and save energy.

At the same time, the “gluttonous” Android even manages to consume 3000 mAh per day while Wi-Fi is running or listening to music. Applications for sports, trackers, applications for monitoring physical activity and dozens of others practically do not consume energy, but are very popular.

New iSight camera for iPhone 5S

Another important difference iPhone 5S from iPhone 5 is new camera iSight with a 15% larger sensor, 1.5 microns larger and a wider aperture of ƒ/2.2. At the same time, the photosensitivity of the photomodule increased by 33%, as a result of which photos taken in low light conditions became better. Also, the iPhone 5S received a new flash True Tone, consisting of two LEDs, yellow and white, which will provide more natural color rendition during flash.

Touch ID fingerprint scanner

Perhaps the loudest innovation of the iPhone 5S is the presence of a fingerprint sensor finger touch ID. It is built into the Home button and scans the fingerprint, granting or denying access to the user.

Interestingly, a few years ago similar solutions have already appeared in mobile devices, but they “shot”, as often happens, only at Apple. Of course, not everyone will need Touch ID, but it can be used as a convenient and easy way to ensure the security of your data on your smartphone. The sensor can be turned off.

iOS 7 and automatic updating of the mobile operating system

New iPhone received out of the box new iOS. In other respects, just like previous smartphones, tablets and players.

New operating system - new functions. For comparison, if Android smartphones receive new versions of the platform, they do so six months to a year after the OS release, or most often they do not receive them at all.

For the first time iPhone in a “gold” case

Now you can buy a “golden” iPhone.

Of course, everyone expects much more from Apple than a little more quality camera, a more powerful processor or the presence of some kind of module. You want more from the company, as it was during the time of Steve Jobs. Every announcement is a sensation! Allegedly, the iPhone 5S does not even differ in size from the iPhone 5. But at the same time, the case for the iPhone 5, attachments for photos, and the docking station can be fully used for the iPhone 5S.

But what about the cons? No obvious “breakthrough”

Why can you criticize the new iPhone 5S?

Small screen

Let's start with the fact that since the transition to the iPhone 5 (from 3.5 to 4 inches), Apple has refused to increase the screen size. Allegedly this best option, which fits comfortably in the hand of both men and women. Considering the general trend in the market, 4 inches looks like an outdated solution. There are rumors that Apple is preparing a “big” smartphone, which will have a 5.5 or even 6-inch screen, but so far these are just rumors.

In the meantime, we are offered to work with office documents, for example spreadsheets via Numbers, on a 4-inch screen. Is this convenient? How about editing text or creating presentations? The answer is obvious.

Powerful 64-bit platform

Other iPhone chips 5S: 64-bit platform with powerful processor and coprocessor, fingerprint scanner, new camera. The main advantage of the 64-bit platform is the ability to quickly port to iOS applications for MacOS. This may be good for business, but what does the user gain?

The minimum version of the smartphone includes only 16 GB of memory. Considering some modern mobile games occupy more than 1 GB of device memory, this seems very little. But then Apple says: what's the problem? Buy the version with 32 Gb or 64 Gb. But the price difference is simply mocking, and there is no opportunity to use mobile cards(officially this is Apple principle, it seems - extracting money from buyers).

The fingerprint scanner is useless and even “harmful”

The fingerprint scanner is an interesting thing. The sensor really works great and is fun to use. The first 2-3 days. Then I want to turn it off. In addition, if, for example, your skin is wrinkled after a bath or you washed the dishes, you will not be able to activate your smartphone. What if you cut yourself? The issue is very controversial.

Weak battery

The vaunted battery and economical coprocessor are yet another “wiring”. Users admit that if they actively use their smartphone from 8 am, it will not last until 10-11. If you state, then Apple is best devices in the world, then conform to it.

There are more complaints to be found, but the new iPhone 5S is clearly not that bad. The question is the logic of choosing a smartphone among all the variety of models on the market. Of course, the choice is yours!

It's safe to say that the iPhone 5 is the best smartphone Apple today, but its developers have not yet achieved perfection. Noticeable improvements in the new smartphone are presented in such parameters as weight, speed, screen, and plus some useful features.

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We will (almost) not find fault with the battery life, since with this the iPhone is stable, of course, it could have been better, but given the reduced thickness, the battery life remained approximately the same as that of the iPhone 4S, that is - acceptable.

Therefore, let's look at the main iPhone disadvantages 5 things I'd like to see fixed next iPhone versions(most of them concern iOS 6, so they may also apply to iPad, iPod Touch).

New Maps

- the weakest link of the iPhone 5, and with it iOS 6. They need to be improved first, since now in many regions of the planet the application is practically useless. Many of the marks on the map are incorrect. About this problem company Apple has already aware, because since the debut of the new smartphone the topic has been discussed more than once and the company realized that it hastened to abandon Google Maps Maps, which was the "native" stable application in previous versions iPhone.

Scratches on a black iPhone 5

Looks like new smartphone simply stunning, but there were a lot of complaints about the fast . WITH model range white no such problems were observed. In the meantime, owners of the black model will have to come to terms with this problem and wear their smartphone in a case all the time, or buy a white iPhone 5.

New Lightning connector

, is certainly very convenient, but it forces users to buy new cables and adapters to use accessories with the old 30-pin connector. In addition, at present there is not yet a wide enough range of accessories for the new smartphone. Accessories have either not yet been created or cannot be found, therefore, it is necessary that they become inexpensive and accessible.

iTunes Purchases

This app could use better access to all purchased content. The user should be able to see all the videos, music and books without constantly opening the almost hidden "Purchases" section in App Store and iTunes. Would useful creation similar to the so-called Cloud storage in Amazon Kindle.

Improvements to the App Store and iTunes Store

The new designed versions of the main online applications of iOS 6 look a little awkward and strange. Also worth noting is the unfinished search function in the App Store. In addition, it is necessary to create a separate section for new and updated iPhone applications 5.

Notification Center

By increasing the screen diagonal, it would be possible to use more efficiently extra space. For example, add viewing of Promotions or Weather or any other services to the Notification Center. Of course, this is unlikely to happen with the release iOS updates 6.1, but perhaps the company will consider hosting other applications.

Passbook app

For many, it remains a mystery how to use this application. Basically Passbook was originally created as virtual wallet. But it would be worth explaining the operation more clearly this application or provide some sample for testing. Most likely, the service of this application will not be available for users of Russian-speaking countries for some time.

Working in landscape mode

With such a true widescreen display, using landscape mode on iPhone 5 is a pleasure. But, unfortunately, in this mode it is impossible to access either the App Store or iTunes. Why shouldn't Apple provide such pleasure to the user?

Of course, Apple has done a decent job of improving the iPhone, and perhaps in the future it will listen to numerous user opinions and eliminate the identified shortcomings.