Apple iPhone 11
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A2221, A2111, A2223 |
| Announced | 10 September, 2019 |
| Released | 20 October, 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 6 meter), IP68 |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 189 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame (7000 series) |
| Colors | Black, Green, Yellow, Purple, Red, White |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) |
| Resolution | 828x1792 px (HD+) |
| Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others. | 16M colors |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 324 ppi |
| Touch Screen | 3D Touch Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Features |
625 nits, Dolby Vision, HDR10, True-tone, Wide color gamut, 120 Hz touch-sensing Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Front/back glass + aluminum frame (7000 series), Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic, IP67 certified - dust and water resistant, Siri natural language commands and dictation, Water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes, Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Google Maps, Audio/video/photo editor, Voice memo/command/dial, Document editor |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" |
| Camera Setup | Double |
| Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" |
| Image | 4000 x 3000 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. |
| Camera Features | Phase detection, OIS, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama), Video (2160p@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.) |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Hardware
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | IOS 13 |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A13 Bionic |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa Core (2.65 GHz, Dual core, Lightning + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Thunder) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 7 nm |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (four-core graphics) |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 4 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 64/256/512GB Built-in |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer, Face ID, Barometer, Compass, Gyro, Proximity |
Network
| SIM TYPE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano SIM |
| SIM Technology | Dual Sim, Dual Standby |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | LTE |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Jack | Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter |
Connectivity
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, dual-band |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | v5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes + A-GPS support, & GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| USB | 2.0, proprietary reversible connector |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| Speed | 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G (LTE-A 1.6 Gbps DL, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps) |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Features
| Messaging | iMessage, SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Web Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages. | HTML5 |
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable |
| Torch |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 3110 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | Yes |
| Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | up to 17 hrs |
| Music Play | up to 65 hrs |
| Extra |
Fast battery charging USB Power Delivery 3.0 Qi wireless charging Reverse wireless charging |
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone 11, launched in September 2019, was the successor to the popular iPhone XR and aimed to deliver a balance between high-end features and affordability. Positioned as the “standard” model in Apple’s 2019 lineup, the iPhone 11 was designed to appeal to a wide audience with its improved cameras, powerful performance, and vibrant color options. Despite being the most affordable model in its lineup, the Apple iPhone 11 offered several enhancements over its predecessor, making it a compelling choice for many users.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 6.1-inch Liquid Retina LCD (1792 x 828 pixels, 326 ppi)
- Processor: Apple A13 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
- RAM: 4 GB
- Storage Options: 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB
- Rear Cameras: Dual 12 MP (wide-angle f/1.8, ultra-wide-angle f/2.4) with Night Mode and 4K video recording
- Front Camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera (f/2.2)
- Battery: 3,110 mAh
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP68 rating
- Operating System: Originally iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 16
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
- Weight: 194 grams
Design and Build Quality
Aesthetics:
- All-Screen Design: The Apple iPhone 11 retains the 6.1-inch edge-to-edge display with a notch housing the TrueDepth camera system, similar to the iPhone XR. The design is sleek and modern, with minimal bezels that provide an immersive experience.
- Aluminum and Glass Construction: The iPhone 11 features an aerospace-grade aluminum frame with a glass back, giving it a premium feel while maintaining durability.
- Color Options: The iPhone 11 comes in a range of vibrant colors, including:
- Black, White, Green, Yellow, Purple, (PRODUCT)RED: The colors are slightly more muted than the XR, but still offer a variety of choices for personalization.
Durability:
- IP68 Rating: The iPhone 11 is rated for water and dust resistance, capable of withstanding submersion in up to 2 meters of water for 30 minutes, an improvement over the XR’s IP67 rating.
- Enhanced Glass: Apple claims the iPhone 11 uses the toughest glass in a smartphone at the time of its release, which provides better resistance to scratches and drops.
Ergonomics:
- Comfortable Design: Despite being slightly heavier than its predecessor, the iPhone 11 remains comfortable to hold, with rounded edges that make it easy to grip. The weight is well-balanced, providing a solid feel in hand.
- Face ID: The Apple iPhone 11 uses Face ID for secure authentication, which works reliably in various lighting conditions and angles.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 11’s design is a slight evolution of the XR, offering better durability and a wider range of color options, while maintaining the same overall aesthetic and build quality.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 6.1-inch Liquid Retina LCD Display
- Resolution: 1792 x 828 pixels (326 ppi)
- Panel Type: LCD
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- HDR Support: No support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision
- Haptic Touch: Replaces 3D Touch for pressure-sensitive interactions
Performance:
- Clarity and Sharpness: The Apple iPhone 11’s display offers the same 326 ppi pixel density as the XR, providing clear and sharp visuals. While it doesn’t match the crispness of OLED panels, the LCD display is more than adequate for everyday use.
- Color Accuracy: The wide color gamut (P3) ensures vibrant and accurate colors, making photos and videos look lively. True Tone technology helps the display adapt to different lighting environments, offering a more comfortable viewing experience.
- Brightness and Contrast: The LCD panel provides good brightness, making it easy to view the screen outdoors in bright light. However, contrast levels are lower than OLED displays, which results in less deep blacks and less vibrant colors.
- Viewing Angles: The iPhone 11’s display offers good viewing angles, with minimal color shift when viewed from the side.
Limitations:
- Resolution: The 828p resolution is lower than Full HD, which might be noticeable to some users, especially when compared to higher-resolution displays on competing devices.
- No HDR: The absence of HDR support means that the Apple iPhone 11 isn’t optimized for high-dynamic-range content, limiting its appeal for media consumption.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 11’s display is solid for most users, offering good color accuracy and brightness. However, the lower resolution and lack of HDR support are potential drawbacks for those seeking the best display experience.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A13 Bionic chip with six cores (two high-performance and four energy-efficient)
- RAM: 4 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- Speed and Responsiveness: The A13 Bionic chip delivers outstanding performance, making the Apple iPhone 11 one of the fastest smartphones available at its launch. Whether for gaming, multitasking, or demanding applications, the iPhone 11 handles everything smoothly without lag.
- Gaming: The Apple iPhone 11 excels at gaming, with the A13’s custom GPU providing smooth graphics and high frame rates, even in graphically intensive games.
- Energy Efficiency: The A13’s efficiency cores help extend battery life by managing less demanding tasks, while the high-performance cores handle more intensive operations.
- Machine Learning: The A13 chip includes a faster Neural Engine, enhancing on-device machine learning tasks, such as real-time photo and video processing, Face ID, and augmented reality (AR) experiences.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 5: The Apple iPhone 11 scores around 1,300 (single-core) and 3,400 (multi-core), showcasing its top-tier performance that surpasses most of its competitors at the time.
Considerations:
- RAM Management: The 4 GB of RAM ensures smooth multitasking, with fewer app reloads compared to its predecessor. This contributes to a more seamless user experience, particularly for users who frequently switch between apps.
- Longevity: With the A13 Bionic chip, the iPhone 11 is well-equipped to handle future iOS updates, ensuring that it remains a fast and capable device for years to come.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 11 delivers flagship-level performance at a competitive price, making it an excellent choice for users who demand speed and efficiency.
Camera
The Apple iPhone 11 introduces a dual-camera system, marking a significant upgrade over the single-camera setup of the iPhone XR. This addition enhances the device’s photography and videography capabilities.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Secondary Lens: 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 120° field of view
- Night Mode: New to the Apple iPhone 11, Night Mode dramatically improves low-light photography by intelligently combining multiple exposures.
- Smart HDR: Enhances dynamic range by combining multiple exposures for better detail in high-contrast scenes.
- Portrait Mode: Enhanced with the ultra-wide lens, providing more flexibility in framing and better edge detection.
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 12 MP TrueDepth camera
- Aperture: f/2.2
- Features: Portrait Mode with Portrait Lighting, Animoji, Memoji, 4K video recording at 60 fps
Camera Performance:
- Image Quality:
- Daylight: The Apple iPhone 11 captures stunning photos in daylight, with accurate colors, sharp details, and excellent dynamic range. Smart HDR ensures well-balanced highlights and shadows, making it easier to capture great shots in challenging lighting conditions.
- Low Light: Night Mode is a game-changer for low-light photography, allowing the iPhone 11 to capture clear, detailed photos even in very dim conditions. It automatically activates when needed and works seamlessly, requiring no manual adjustments.
- Ultra-Wide Lens: The addition of the ultra-wide lens provides a new perspective, allowing users to capture more of the scene in a single shot. It’s particularly useful for landscapes, architecture, and group photos.
- Portrait Mode: The dual-camera setup enhances Portrait Mode, offering better depth control and more natural-looking bokeh effects. The edge detection is improved, though it can still struggle with complex backgrounds or hair.
Video Recording:
- 4K at 60 fps: The Apple iPhone 11 excels in video recording, with the ability to shoot 4K video at 60 frames per second. The video quality is superb, with excellent stabilization, accurate colors, and smooth motion.
- Slow Motion: The Apple iPhone 11 supports slow-motion video at 1080p and 240 fps, allowing for high-quality slow-motion footage.
- Audio Zoom: A new feature that dynamically adjusts the audio capture to match the video’s zoom level, enhancing the audio experience in videos.
Limitations:
- No Telephoto Lens: The absence of a telephoto lens means that optical zoom is limited to the ultra-wide lens, and digital zoom is required for closer shots, which can reduce image quality.
- Edge Cases in Portrait Mode: While improved, Portrait Mode can still occasionally misjudge edges, especially in challenging scenarios.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 11’s camera system offers a significant upgrade over its predecessor, with the new ultra-wide lens and Night Mode making it a versatile and powerful tool for both photography and videography.
Battery Life
Battery Specifications:
- Capacity: 3,110 mAh
- Type: Non-removable lithium-ion battery
- Charging: Supports fast charging and wireless charging
Battery Performance:
- Everyday Use: The Apple iPhone 11’s battery life is impressive, easily lasting through a full day of use with a mix of activities, including web browsing, social media, video streaming, and gaming.
- Screen-On Time: Users can expect around 6-8 hours of screen-on time, depending on usage patterns.
- Standby Time: The Apple iPhone 11 performs well in standby mode, with minimal battery drain when the device is not in active use.
Charging Options:
- Wireless Charging: The iPhone 11 supports Qi-standard wireless charging, which is convenient for users who prefer a cable-free charging experience.
- Fast Charging: The iPhone 11 can charge up to 50% in about 30 minutes with an 18W or higher charger, though the necessary charger is sold separately.
- Lightning Cable: Traditional charging via the Lightning cable remains the primary method, with a full charge typically taking around 2-2.5 hours.
Battery Longevity:
- Degradation: As with all smartphones, the iPhone 11’s battery life will degrade over time, though iOS includes features like Battery Health to help monitor the battery’s condition.
- Battery Replacement: Apple offers a battery replacement service, which may be necessary as the device ages.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 11’s battery life is a strong point, offering all-day performance that will satisfy most users.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 13
- Upgradability: Supports updates up to iOS 16, ensuring continued functionality and access to new features.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The Apple iPhone 11 integrates seamlessly with other Apple products and services, providing a cohesive and user-friendly experience.
- Performance Over Time: The A13 Bionic chip handles iOS updates well, maintaining smooth performance even with the latest software.
- App Compatibility: The device remains compatible with the vast majority of apps on the App Store, though some newer features may not be fully supported.
Software Features:
- Face ID: The facial recognition system provides a secure and convenient way to unlock the device and authenticate purchases.
- Animoji and Memoji: The TrueDepth camera enables animated emojis (Animoji) and personalized avatars (Memoji) that mimic the user’s facial expressions, adding a fun element to messaging.
- Augmented Reality: ARKit allows for immersive augmented reality experiences, leveraging the A13 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, and other services enhances the device’s utility.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: The Apple iPhone 11 continues to receive iOS updates, ensuring it remains functional and secure, though it may eventually reach the end of its software support lifecycle.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 11 offers a robust software experience with continued support, making it a solid choice for users who want a reliable and feature-rich smartphone.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Dual-Camera System: The addition of an ultra-wide lens and Night Mode significantly enhances photography and videography capabilities.
- Strong Performance: The A13 Bionic chip provides top-tier performance, ensuring smooth operation and future-proofing.
- Improved Battery Life: The Apple iPhone 11 offers excellent battery life, easily lasting a full day of use.
- Vibrant Color Options: The wide range of color choices allows for more personalized expression.
- Water and Dust Resistance: The IP68 rating provides durability against splashes, brief submersion, and dust.
- Value for Money: Positioned as a more affordable option, the Apple iPhone 11 offers a lot of value for the features it provides.
Cons:
- Lower Display Resolution: The 828p resolution is lower than many competitors, which may be noticeable to some users.
- No Telephoto Lens: The lack of a secondary telephoto lens limits optical zoom capabilities and reduces the effectiveness of Portrait Mode.
- No HDR Display: The lack of HDR support means that the Apple iPhone 11’s display is not optimized for high-dynamic-range content.
- No 3D Touch: Replaced by Haptic Touch, which may feel less responsive for users accustomed to 3D Touch.
- No Headphone Jack: Requires wireless or Lightning-compatible headphones.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 11 offers a compelling package that balances performance, camera quality, and battery life, making it an excellent choice for most users. Its powerful A13 Bionic chip ensures that it remains fast and capable for years, while the dual-camera system provides versatile and high-quality photography options. The Apple iPhone 11’s battery life is another highlight, providing all-day performance that will satisfy even heavy users.
While there are some compromises, such as the lower-resolution display and the absence of a telephoto lens, the Apple iPhone 11 still delivers excellent value for its price. It’s a strong contender for anyone looking for a reliable and powerful smartphone that doesn’t break the bank.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 11 is a great option for those seeking a well-rounded iPhone experience without the premium price tag of the Pro models. It’s a solid investment for both everyday users and tech enthusiasts alike.
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