Apple iphone 8 Plus
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A1864, A1897, A1898, , A1899 |
| Announced | 12 September, 2017 |
| Released | 22 September, 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant, IP67 |
| Dimensions | 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 202 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame |
| Colors | Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold |
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) | Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ) |
| Size | 5.5 inches (13.97 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 px (FULL 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. | 401 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. | Ion-strengthened glass |
| Features |
Wide color gamut display, 3D Touch display & home button, True-tone display Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic, Siri natural language commands and dictation, iCloud cloud service, Google Maps, Audio/video/photo editor, IP67 certified - dust and water resistant, Water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes, Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) |
| Camera Setup | Single |
| 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, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 57mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom |
| Image | 4608 x 2592 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
| Camera Features | (28mm, f/1.8, OIS & 56mm, f/2.8), phase detection, 2x optical zoom, 1/3" sensor size @ 28mm, 1/3.6" sensor size @ 56mm, geo-tagging, simultaneous 4K video and 8MP image recording, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama), Video (2160p@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps) |
| 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) | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR |
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 11 |
| 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 A11 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 (2.39 GHz, Dual core, Monsoon + 1.42 GHz, Quad core, Mistral) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 10 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 (three-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. | 3 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. | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB |
| 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, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, Fingerprint (front mounted) |
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 | Single SIM |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 29(700), 30(2300), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
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, 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 |
| USB | 2.0, 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 (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps, 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 (Safari) |
| 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) |
| 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 21 hrs |
| Music Play | up to 40 hrs |
| Extra |
Fast battery charging: 50% in 30 min Wireless charging |
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone 8 Plus, released in September 2017, was the larger sibling of the iPhone 8. It retained the classic iPhone design while introducing a few modern features that made it stand out in its time. With a dual-camera system, improved performance, and the introduction of wireless charging, the iPhone 8 Plus was designed to appeal to users looking for a powerful, large-screen device with a familiar design.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 5.5-inch Retina HD LCD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
- Processor: Apple A11 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage Options: 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB
- Rear Cameras: Dual 12 MP (wide-angle f/1.8 and telephoto f/2.8)
- Front Camera: 7 MP FaceTime HD camera (f/2.2)
- Battery: 2,691 mAh
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP67 rating
- Operating System: Originally iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 16
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm
- Weight: 202 grams
Design and Build Quality
The Apple iPhone 8 Plus continues the design language introduced with the iPhone 6 Plus, but with notable refinements.
Aesthetics:
- Glass Back: Like the iPhone 8, the 8 Plus features a glass back, which allows for wireless charging and gives the phone a premium look and feel. The glass construction also adds a level of elegance to the overall design.
- Aluminum Frame: The device is surrounded by an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, which complements the glass back and adds durability.
- Color Options:
- Space Gray: A dark, sleek finish that pairs well with the black front bezel.
- Silver: A bright and clean finish, contrasting nicely with the white front bezel.
- Gold: A subtle, warm hue that exudes a sense of luxury.
- (PRODUCT)RED: A bold red finish, introduced later, supporting HIV/AIDS programs.
Durability:
- IP67 Rating: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is water and dust resistant, capable of withstanding submersion in up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
- Glass Durability: While the glass back adds to the device’s premium feel, it also makes it more vulnerable to damage from drops, necessitating the use of a protective case.
Home Button and Touch ID:
- Solid-State Home Button: The solid-state home button uses the Taptic Engine to simulate clicks, providing a more durable and water-resistant design.
- Touch ID: The fingerprint sensor remains fast and reliable, offering secure authentication and easy access.
No Headphone Jack:
- Transition to Wireless: The absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack encourages users to adopt wireless or Lightning-connected headphones, aligning with Apple’s vision of a wireless future.
Ergonomics:
- Large Size: The 5.5-inch display and larger form factor make the Apple iPhone 8 Plus a two-handed device, which might be cumbersome for some users.
- Button Placement: The power and volume buttons are ergonomically placed for easy access, though the large size of the device can make reaching the top corners challenging.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus offers a refined design that feels premium, though the large size and glass construction require careful handling.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 5.5-inch Retina HD Display
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels (401 ppi)
- Panel Type: IPS LCD
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- 3D Touch: Pressure-sensitive technology for added functionality
Performance:
- Clarity and Sharpness: The Full HD resolution provides sharp and clear visuals, making media consumption, gaming, and browsing a pleasurable experience.
- Color Accuracy: The wide color gamut (P3) ensures vibrant and accurate colors, with True Tone technology adjusting the display’s color balance for a more natural viewing experience in different lighting conditions.
- Brightness and Contrast: The display offers good brightness and contrast, though it lacks the deep blacks and higher contrast ratios of OLED displays.
Limitations:
- LCD Technology: While the IPS LCD is high-quality, it doesn’t match the vibrancy and depth of OLED screens, which were becoming more common in flagship devices around the time of the iPhone 8 Plus’s release.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus’s display is sharp, colorful, and offers a pleasant viewing experience, especially for those who prefer larger screens.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A11 Bionic chip with six cores (two high-performance and four energy-efficient)
- RAM: 3 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- Speed and Responsiveness: The A11 Bionic chip is powerful, handling multitasking, gaming, and demanding applications with ease. It was one of the most powerful chips at the time of its release.
- Gaming: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus excels in gaming, capable of running graphically intensive games smoothly, thanks to the A11’s GPU.
- Energy Efficiency: The A11’s efficient design allows for better battery management, extending usage time without sacrificing performance.
- AR Capabilities: The iPhone 8 Plus was built with augmented reality (AR) in mind, offering immersive AR experiences through ARKit.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 4: Around 4,200 (single-core) and 10,000 (multi-core) at launch, showcasing impressive power that competes with modern smartphones even years after its release.
Considerations:
- RAM Capacity: With 3 GB of RAM, the iPhone 8 Plus handles multitasking better than the iPhone 8, reducing the likelihood of app reloads or slowdowns.
- Longevity: The A11 Bionic chip ensures that the iPhone 8 Plus remains fast and responsive, even with newer iOS updates, though it may eventually show its age compared to more recent processors.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus delivers excellent performance for everyday tasks, gaming, and more demanding applications, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.
Camera
The Apple iPhone 8 Plus features a dual-camera system, providing more versatility and improved photo quality compared to the single-lens setup of the iPhone 8.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture
- Secondary Lens: 12 MP telephoto lens with an f/2.8 aperture
- Optical Image Stabilization (OIS): Yes, on the primary lens
- 2x Optical Zoom: Provided by the telephoto lens
- Quad-LED True Tone Flash: Provides even lighting in low-light conditions
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 7 MP
- Aperture: f/2.2
- Features: Auto HDR, Retina Flash for well-lit selfies
Camera Performance:
- Image Quality:
- Daylight: The dual-camera system captures sharp, detailed photos with accurate colors and excellent dynamic range.
- Low Light: The wide f/1.8 aperture and OIS help improve low-light performance, though it still falls short of newer multi-lens systems.
- Portrait Mode: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus introduced Portrait Mode with advanced bokeh effects, allowing users to create professional-looking portraits with blurred backgrounds.
- Portrait Lighting: This feature offers studio-like lighting effects, further enhancing portrait photography.
- Video Recording:
- 4K at 60 fps: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus can record 4K videos at 60 frames per second, producing smooth, high-resolution footage.
- 1080p at 240 fps: Slow-motion recording at 1080p and 240 fps allows for high-quality slow-motion videos.
- Stabilization: OIS ensures stable video recording, even in challenging conditions.
- Audio Recording: Stereo sound recording adds depth and clarity to videos.
Camera App Features:
- Live Photos: Captures a few seconds of video before and after the shutter click, creating short animations.
- HDR: High Dynamic Range processing balances exposure in scenes with high contrast, ensuring detail in both shadows and highlights.
Comparative Analysis:
- Against Predecessors: The dual-camera setup on the iPhone 8 Plus offers more versatility and improved image quality compared to the iPhone 7 Plus, particularly in Portrait Mode and video recording.
- Against Modern Smartphones: While still capable, the dual-camera system lacks the advanced features and versatility of more recent multi-lens systems, limiting options like ultra-wide shots and night mode.
Conclusion: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus’s camera system is versatile and capable of producing high-quality photos and videos, particularly excelling in portrait photography.
Battery Life
Specifications:
- Capacity: 2,691 mAh
Performance:
- Usage Duration:
- Typical Use: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus easily lasts a full day with moderate use, including web browsing, social media, messaging, and light gaming.
- Heavy Use: With extensive gaming, video streaming, and other demanding tasks, the battery may require a top-up towards the end of the day.
- Standby Time: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus performs well in standby mode, with minimal battery drain when not in use.
Charging Options:
- Wireless Charging: The glass back enables Qi-standard wireless charging, allowing for convenient cable-free charging.
- Fast Charging: Supports fast charging, with the ability to charge up to 50% in about 30 minutes using an appropriate charger (sold separately).
- Lightning Cable: Traditional charging via the Lightning cable remains the default method, with a full charge typically taking around 2-2.5 hours.
Battery Longevity:
- Degradation: As with most smartphones, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus’s battery life will degrade over time, though iOS includes features like Battery Health to help users monitor the battery’s condition.
Considerations:
- Battery Size: While larger than the iPhone 8, the battery in the Apple iPhone 8 Plus may still fall short for heavy users, especially after years of use.
- Battery Replacement: Apple offers a battery replacement program, which may be necessary as the device ages.
Summary: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus offers good battery life for most users, with the convenience of wireless and fast charging options. However, heavy users may find themselves needing to charge more frequently as the battery ages.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 11
- Upgradability: Supports updates up to iOS 16, ensuring continued functionality and access to new features.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus integrates seamlessly with other Apple products and services, providing a cohesive and user-friendly experience.
- Performance Over Time: The A11 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:
- Augmented Reality: AR features are well-supported, thanks to the A11 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Security: Regular updates ensure that the device is protected against the latest security threats.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, and other services enhances the device’s utility.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: Although still receiving updates, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus may soon reach the end of its software support lifecycle, potentially missing out on future iOS features.
Summary: The Apple iPhone 8 Plus provides a robust software experience with continued support, though it may begin to show its age as newer iOS versions are released.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Large, High-Resolution Display: The 5.5-inch Full HD display is sharp and vibrant, offering an excellent viewing experience.
- Dual-Camera System: The dual-camera setup adds versatility, with features like Portrait Mode and 2x optical zoom.
- Solid Performance: The A11 Bionic chip delivers fast and responsive performance, capable of handling demanding apps and games.
- Wireless and Fast Charging: The inclusion of Qi wireless charging and fast charging capabilities brings the Apple iPhone 8 Plus in line with modern charging standards.
- Premium Build Quality: The glass and aluminum design feels durable and luxurious, with an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance.
- Longevity: Continued software support ensures the device remains functional and secure.
Cons:
- Outdated Design: The large bezels and physical home button feel dated compared to newer, all-screen designs.
- No Headphone Jack: The removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack requires the use of wireless or Lightning-compatible headphones.
- Size and Weight: The large size and 202-gram weight can make the device cumbersome to use, especially with one hand.
- Battery Life: While adequate, the battery life may fall short for heavy users, particularly as the device ages.
- Limited Camera Features: Lacks some advanced features found in newer multi-lens systems, such as ultra-wide and night mode photography.
- Price: When new, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus was priced as a premium device, which might not offer the best value compared to more recent models.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is a strong contender for those who prefer a larger device with a traditional iPhone design. It offers excellent performance, a versatile dual-camera system, and the convenience of wireless and fast charging. However, its design and some features may feel outdated compared to more recent models.
For users who value a large, high-quality display and reliable performance without the need for the latest design trends or camera features, the Apple iPhone 8 Plus remains a solid choice. However, those looking for a more future-proof device with a modern design may want to explore newer options in Apple’s lineup.
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