Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A2638, A2483, A2636, A2639, A2640 |
| Announced | 14 September, 2021 |
| Released | 24 September, 2021 |
| Status | Available |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 6 meter), IP68 |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 204 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame |
| Colors | Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 120 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) | Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 px (FHD+) |
| 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. | 457 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. | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Features |
120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak), Scratch-resistant ceramic glass, oleophobic coating, Wide color gamut, True-tone Glass front + Gorilla Glass), Glass back + Gorilla Glass), Stainless steel frame, IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Siri natural language commands and dictation, Ultra Wideband (UWB) support |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Camera Setup | Triple |
| 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/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm (telephoto), PDAF, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.8, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
| Image | 4000 x 3000 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, stereo sound rec |
| Camera Features | HDR (photo/panorama), Video (4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, Cinematic mode, 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 15 |
| 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 A15 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 (3.23 GHz, Dual core, Avalanche + 1.82 GHz, Quad core, Blizzard) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 5 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 (Five-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. | 6 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. | 128/256/512GB/1TB NVMe 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, Barometer, Compass, Face ID, 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 or eSIM |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network |
LTE |
| 5G Network | SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Jack | Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus |
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/6, 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 | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
| 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, 5G capable, 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 | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| 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. | 3095 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 22 hrs |
| Music Play | up to 75 hrs |
| Extra |
Fast charging (23W, unofficial rating) 50% in 30 min (advertised) USB Power Delivery 2.0 MagSafe wireless charging 15W Qi magnetic fast wireless charging 7.5W |
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Detailed Review
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro, released in September 2021, represents a significant upgrade in Apple’s smartphone lineup, bringing enhancements in performance, display technology, and camera capabilities. The iPhone 13 Pro is designed for users who seek top-tier features in a compact and durable form. This review covers its design, display, performance, camera system, battery life, software, and more, along with a balanced discussion of its pros and cons.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED (2532 x 1170 pixels, 460 ppi) with ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Apple A15 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture and 5-core GPU
- RAM: 6 GB
- Storage Options: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
- Rear Cameras: Triple 12 MP system (wide f/1.5, telephoto f/2.8, ultra-wide f/1.8) with LiDAR scanner and 4K Dolby Vision HDR video recording
- Front Camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera (f/2.2)
- Battery: 3,095 mAh
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP68 rating (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)
- Operating System: Originally iOS 15, upgradable to the latest iOS versions
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
- Weight: 204 grams
Design and Build Quality
Aesthetics:
- Premium Materials: The iPhone 13 Pro features a surgical-grade stainless steel frame, giving it a more premium feel compared to the aluminum frame of the standard iPhone 13. The back is made of textured matte glass, which is resistant to fingerprints and provides a more secure grip.
- Color Options: The iPhone 13 Pro is available in sophisticated colors:
- Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue
Durability:
- Ceramic Shield: The front display is protected by Ceramic Shield, which offers four times better drop performance compared to traditional glass.
- IP68 Rating: The iPhone 13 Pro is water-resistant up to 6 meters for 30 minutes, making it highly durable against water and dust.
Ergonomics:
- Heftier Feel: The iPhone 13 Pro is slightly heavier than the standard iPhone 13, owing to its stainless steel frame and larger battery, but it still feels well-balanced in hand.
- Face ID: The TrueDepth camera system supports Face ID, providing fast and secure facial recognition for unlocking the phone and authorizing payments.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro offers a sleek, premium design with enhanced durability, making it a high-end option for users who appreciate fine craftsmanship.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED Display
- Resolution: 2532 x 1170 pixels (460 ppi)
- Panel Type: OLED
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- HDR Support: Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision
- Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1
- Brightness: Up to 1000 nits typical, 1200 nits peak (HDR content)
- ProMotion: 120Hz adaptive refresh rate
Performance:
- ProMotion Technology: One of the standout features of the iPhone 13 Pro’s display is the 120Hz ProMotion technology, which offers smoother scrolling, faster touch response, and more fluid animations. The refresh rate can dynamically adjust from 10Hz to 120Hz, optimizing battery life while providing a premium user experience.
- Vibrant and Sharp Display: The Super Retina XDR OLED display delivers vibrant colors, deep blacks, and sharp details, offering an exceptional viewing experience for everything from browsing to watching videos.
- HDR Content: HDR support enhances the viewing experience for movies and videos, with richer colors and better contrast, particularly in HDR10 and Dolby Vision content.
- True Tone and Color Accuracy: True Tone technology adjusts the display’s color temperature based on ambient lighting, providing a comfortable viewing experience in various environments. The display’s color accuracy is among the best, making it suitable for professional-grade photo and video editing.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro’s display is one of the best in the smartphone market, offering smooth performance, excellent brightness, and vivid colors.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A15 Bionic chip with six cores (two high-performance and four energy-efficient) and 5-core GPU
- RAM: 6 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- Exceptional Speed: The iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the A15 Bionic chip, featuring a 5-core GPU, which provides unmatched speed and graphical performance. It easily handles demanding tasks like gaming, video editing, and augmented reality applications.
- Enhanced Graphics: The 5-core GPU in the Pro models gives the iPhone 13 Pro a noticeable edge in gaming and graphics-intensive tasks, delivering smoother frame rates and better visual effects.
- AI and Machine Learning: The A15’s Neural Engine enhances machine learning tasks, improving photography, augmented reality experiences, and overall system efficiency.
- Efficient Battery Usage: The energy-efficient cores in the A15 help optimize battery life, ensuring that less demanding tasks consume minimal power without compromising performance.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 5: The iPhone 13 Pro scores around 1,735 (single-core) and 4,850 (multi-core), making it one of the most powerful smartphones available.
Overall, the iPhone 13 Pro delivers top-tier performance, making it an excellent choice for power users and professionals who require the best possible speed and efficiency from their device.
Camera
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro’s camera system is one of its most significant upgrades, offering a versatile and powerful tool for both photography and videography.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.5 aperture and Sensor-Shift Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Telephoto Lens: 12 MP telephoto lens with an f/2.8 aperture, 3x optical zoom, and OIS
- Ultra-Wide Lens: 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture and a 120° field of view
- LiDAR Scanner: Improves low-light photography and enhances augmented reality experiences
- Night Mode: Available on all three rear cameras, Night Mode significantly improves low-light photography.
- Smart HDR 4: Enhances photos by adjusting contrast, color, and lighting in real-time for more balanced images.
- Photographic Styles: A new feature that allows users to customize the look of their photos with different styles that adjust tone and color.
- Cinematic Mode: Allows for professional-looking videos with shallow depth of field and automatic focus transitions.
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 12 MP TrueDepth camera
- Aperture: f/2.2
- Features: Portrait Mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control, Animoji, Memoji, 4K video recording at 60 fps, Night Mode, and Deep Fusion
Camera Performance:
- Daylight Photography: The iPhone 13 Pro captures stunning images with great color accuracy, sharpness, and dynamic range. The Smart HDR 4 feature ensures well-balanced photos even in challenging lighting conditions.
- Low-Light Photography: Night Mode on all three rear lenses allows the iPhone 13 Pro to capture bright and detailed images in low-light conditions. The LiDAR scanner improves focus and depth sensing in the dark.
- Telephoto Lens: The 3x optical zoom telephoto lens provides more flexibility in framing shots, especially for portrait and landscape photography.
- Macro Photography: The ultra-wide lens now supports macro photography, allowing users to capture detailed close-up shots with subjects as close as 2 cm.
- Cinematic Mode: Cinematic Mode allows users to create videos with a shallow depth of field, similar to what is seen in professional films. This feature adds a new level of creativity to video recording on the iPhone.
Video Recording:
- 4K Video at 60 fps: The iPhone 13 Pro is capable of recording high-quality 4K videos at 60 frames per second, with excellent color accuracy and dynamic range.
- Dolby Vision HDR: Supports Dolby Vision HDR recording, offering enhanced video quality with better contrast and more vivid colors.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro’s camera system is one of the best in the industry, offering incredible versatility and quality for both photos and videos, making it a top choice for photography enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Battery Life
Specifications:
- Battery Capacity: 3,095 mAh
- Charging Options: 20W fast charging, MagSafe wireless charging (15W), Qi wireless charging (7.5W)
- Battery Life: Up to 22 hours of talk time, 75 hours of audio playback, and 17 hours of internet usage
Performance:
- Improved Battery Life: The iPhone 13 Pro offers improved battery life compared to its predecessor, capable of lasting a full day with moderate to heavy usage. Even power users will find that the iPhone 13 Pro can easily make it through the day without needing to recharge.
- Efficient Power Management: The A15 Bionic chip’s energy efficiency contributes to better battery life, especially when performing less demanding tasks.
- Charging Speed: With 20W fast charging, the iPhone 13 Pro can reach up to 50% charge in just 30 minutes, making it convenient for quick top-ups.
- MagSafe: The MagSafe feature allows for easy attachment of chargers and accessories, although it charges at a slightly slower rate (15W) compared to wired charging.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro provides excellent battery life, easily lasting through a day of heavy usage with room to spare, and offering fast and convenient charging options.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 15
- Upgradability: The iPhone 13 Pro continues to receive updates to the latest iOS versions, ensuring long-term software support and security updates.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The iPhone 13 Pro benefits from the seamless integration within Apple’s iOS ecosystem, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience. Features like Continuity, Handoff, and AirDrop make it easy to work across multiple Apple devices.
- Performance Over Time: The A15 Bionic chip ensures that the iPhone 13 Pro continues to perform exceptionally well even with new iOS updates and features.
- App Compatibility: The device remains compatible with all apps on the App Store, including those that take advantage of the latest hardware and software features.
Software Features:
- Face ID: Provides fast and secure facial recognition for unlocking the phone and authorizing payments.
- Animoji and Memoji: Leverage the TrueDepth camera to create animated emojis and personalized avatars.
- Augmented Reality: ARKit provides immersive augmented reality experiences, taking full advantage of the A15 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, Apple Music, Apple TV+, and more enhances the overall user experience.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: The iPhone 13 Pro will continue to receive iOS updates for several years, ensuring it remains functional, secure, and up-to-date with the latest features.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro offers a robust software experience with the benefits of Apple’s ecosystem, making it a solid investment for the long term.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Top-Tier Performance: The A15 Bionic chip with a 5-core GPU delivers industry-leading performance for all tasks, including gaming and professional applications.
- ProMotion Display: The 120Hz Super Retina XDR display provides a smooth and responsive experience, especially noticeable during gaming and scrolling.
- Outstanding Camera System: The triple-camera system with Night Mode, Smart HDR 4, and Cinematic Mode offers unmatched versatility and quality in photography and videography.
- Premium Design: The iPhone 13 Pro features a sleek design with a durable stainless steel frame and Ceramic Shield protection.
- Excellent Battery Life: The device offers all-day battery life, with fast charging and MagSafe support for added convenience.
- Software Support: Long-term iOS updates ensure that the iPhone 13 Pro remains up-to-date with the latest features and security patches.
Cons:
- High Price: The iPhone 13 Pro is more expensive than the standard iPhone 13 and many Android competitors, making it a significant investment.
- No Major Design Changes: While the design is premium, it’s similar to the previous generation, which may not appeal to those looking for a fresh look.
- No Headphone Jack: The lack of a headphone jack continues to be a downside for some users, requiring wireless or Lightning-compatible headphones.
- No Expandable Storage: Like all iPhones, the iPhone 13 Pro does not support expandable storage, so users must choose their storage capacity carefully.
- No Periscope Zoom: The telephoto lens offers 3x optical zoom, but it lacks the more advanced periscope zoom found on some competing devices.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a powerhouse smartphone that excels in almost every aspect. With its top-tier performance, stunning display, and versatile camera system, it’s a compelling choice for anyone looking for a premium device that can handle anything thrown at it. While it comes at a high price, the iPhone 13 Pro justifies the cost with its extensive feature set, excellent build quality, and long-term software support.
In summary, if you’re looking for one of the best smartphones on the market, the iPhone 13 Pro is an excellent choice, offering a balanced mix of performance, design, and camera capabilities that will satisfy even the most demanding users.
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