A comprehensive guide to the iPhone 8
The iPhone 8 was released in 2017. The phone is powered by the A11 Bionic chip and runs iOS 16.
the iPhone 8 is water-resistant with an IP67 rating, which means it can withstand being submerged in water up to 1 meter deep for up to 30 minutes. However, it's important to note that water damage is not covered under the device's warranty, so it's still recommended to handle it with care around water.
There are two models of the iPhone 8:
- iPhone 8: the iPhone 8 features a 4.7-inch Retina display and a 12-megapixel rear camera.
- iPhone 8 Plus: the iPhone 8 Plus features a larger 5.5-inch Retina display and dual 12-megapixel rear cameras with optical zoom.
The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus were available in three color options: Silver, Gold, and Space Gray. Additionally, the iPhone 8 (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition was released with a red glass back and black front bezels.
The camera system
The iPhone 8 features a 12-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, optical image stabilization, and digital zoom of up to 5x. It also supports 4K video recording at 60 frames per second and slow-motion video recording at 1080p and 240 frames per second. The front-facing camera is a 7-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and 1080p HD video recording capability.
Performance
The iPhone 8 is powered by Apple's A11 Bionic chip with a 64-bit architecture and neural engine. It has 2GB of RAM, which is sufficient for most users.
Battery life
The iPhone 8 has a 1,821mAh battery, which provides up to 14 hours of talk time, up to 12 hours of internet usage, up to 13 hours of video playback, and up to 40 hours of audio playback.
Storage
The iPhone 8 comes in two storage capacities: 64GB and 256GB.
The base 64GB model should be sufficient for most users, but if you plan to store a lot of photos, videos, or apps on your phone, you may want to consider the 256GB model.
Side note: Retina display
Retina display is a term coined by Apple to describe a high-resolution display that has pixels so small they are not visible to the human eye at a typical viewing distance. This type of display is used on many Apple devices, including the iPhone, and provides sharp and clear visuals.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is a type of display technology that uses a backlight to illuminate the screen. The backlight shines through a layer of liquid crystal cells to create images on the display. LCD displays are common on many smartphones and offer good color accuracy and brightness.
OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) is a type of display technology that uses organic compounds to emit light when an electric current is applied. OLED displays do not require a backlight, which allows them to be thinner and more flexible than LCD displays. OLED displays are also known for their deep blacks, high contrast ratio, and vibrant colors.
In summary, Retina display is a branding term used by Apple to describe a high-resolution display, while LCD and OLED are two different display technologies that are commonly used in smartphones. LCD displays use a backlight to illuminate the screen, while OLED displays do not require a backlight and use organic compounds to emit light.
