The iPhone 8 is yet another excellent smartphone from Apple. Battery life is decent, the camera improved, and the addition of wireless charging adds convenience. We like the glass-backed design, and, thanks to the small screen it’s one of the most ergonomic phones we’ve ever used.
User manual for the iPhone 8
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The iPhone 8 is small, compact, powerful, and will deliver a perfect phone experience for many, especially those that aren’t fussed with all the latest and greatest features, new design, and the costs associated with them.
iPhone 8 Specs
| iPhone 8 | iPhone 8 Plus | |
| Size | 5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 inches | 6.24 x 3.07 x 0.30 inches |
| Weight | 148 grams (5.22 ounces) | 202 grams (7.13 ounces) |
| Screen | 4.7-inch Retina HD LCD-backlit widescreen | 5.5-inch Retina HD LCD-backlit widescreen |
| Resolution | 1334 x 750 pixels (326 pixels per inch) | 1920 x 1080 pixels (401 PPI) |
| OS | iOS 12 | iOS 12 |
| Storage | 64, 256GB | 64, 256GB |
| MicroSD card slot | No | No |
| NFC support | Yes, Apple Pay only | Yes, Apple Pay only |
| Processor | A11 Bionic with 64-bit architecture, M10 motion coprocessor | A11 Bionic with 64-bit architecture, M10 motion coprocessor |
| RAM | 2GB | 3GB |
| Connectivity | 4G LTE, GSM, CDMA, HSPA+, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi | 4G LTE, GSM, CDMA, HSPA+, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi |
| Camera | 12-megapixel camera, 7MP front | Dual 12-megapixel rear, 7MP front |
| Video | Up to 4K at 60fps, 1080p at 240fps | Up to 4K at 60fps, 1080p at 240fps |
| Bluetooth | Yes, version 5 | Yes, version 5 |
| Fingerprint sensor | Touch ID | Touch ID |
| Other sensors | Barometer, 3-axis gyro, accelerometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor | Barometer, 3-axis gyro, accelerometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor |
| Water-resistant | Yes, IP67 rated | Yes, IP67 rated |
| Battery | 1,821 mAh 14 hours of talk time, 12 hours of internet use, 13 hours of video playback, and up to 40 hours of audio playback Fast charging offers up to 50 percent charge in 30 minutes. Wireless charging (Qi standard) | 2,675 mAh 21 hours of talk time, 13 hours of internet, 14 hours of video playback, and up to 60 hours of audio playback Fast charging offers up to 50 percent charge in 30 minutes Wireless charging (Qi standard) |
| Ports | Lightning | Lightning |
| Marketplace | App Store | App Store |
| Color offerings | Gold, silver, and space gray | Gold, silver, and space gray |
| Carriers | Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint | Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint |
| Price | $450 | $550 |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging thanks to new glass back design | Need separate cable for Quick Charge |
| Dust- and water-resistant | Glass makes it prone to dropping |
| Powerful components | The familiar design looks dated |
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