iPhone X 64GB
X marks the spot for iPhone fanatics. The iPhone X is the latest release from Apple, and celebrates the tenth anniversary of the iPhone. Pronounced iPhone 10, the X has been described by Apple supremo Tim Cook as the "biggest leap forward since the original iPhone". That's a big call, even if it is from a man who makes big calls upon the release of every new Apple product. So, what makes the iPhone X such a revolutionary addition to Apple's stable of legendary phones?
Screen and nothing but screen
The X makes a dramatic first impression thanks to its screen. Basically, the entire front panel is taken up by the screen: a 5.8-inch Super Retina display. This OLED display is a first for the iPhone, with a resolution of 2,436 x 1,125 pixels. Apple boasts of stunning colours, true blacks, high brightness and an unparalleled contrast ratio of 1,000,000 to 1. All those numbers add up to make incredibly impressive viewing.
Bye, Bye Touch. Hello Face ID
If the screen makes a real splash at first sight, it's the Face ID that is the biggest talking point of the iPhone X so far. Gone is the Touch ID feature - it's been replaced by a facial recognition feature which Apple says is so secure you can use it with Apple Pay. That sort of bold statement reflects their confidence in the security of their ground-breaking ID feature.
A Photo-Friendly Phone
All sorts of photographic features are embedded in the iPhone X, which features dual 12-megapixel cameras, and plenty to please the "selfie" generation. This includes Portrait Mode selfies, drawing, even more, attention to the foreground and subtly reducing the sharpness of the background. Another portrait-related feature is Portrait Lighting, promising studio-quality lighting effects. And, pleasingly for those of you who like to get up close when taking shots, optical zoom, plus digital zoom at up to 10x for photos and up to 6x for video. All in all, the TrueDepth camera, and its associated sensors, must be special to enable Face ID. The upshot of this is better photos using some of the "most sophisticated technology we've ever developed".
Bionic, fast and smart
The much-heralded A11 Bionic is being described as the most powerful and smartest chip to ever be put in a smartphone. With a neural engine capacity of up to 600 billion operations per second, you can expect big things from the iPhone 8.
A "Rethought" OS
The OS - iOS11 - is said by Apple to be "rethought", which promises a new and improved overall experience. A key selling point is augmented reality, with iOS being the largest platform for AR. Latest augmented reality technology is an exciting prospect when you're thinking of games and apps, and enjoying an even better life-like digital experience with them.
Ongoing Power
Wireless charging makes that side of things easy, and iPhone X promises to make it even easier. As for the amount of battery power you can expect? The answer is a positive one: on average, about two hours more than the expectancy delivered by the iPhone 7 - a decent leap ahead.
A newer model iPhone XS 64GB was released in May 2018.
Manufacturer: Apple
$279.50 - $406.44
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8 years ago
The iPhone SE is a compact iPhone 6s for sensible money – if you're in the market for an affordable Apple phone, it's ideal
8 years ago
Apple® iPhone X
Got my hands on one early, thats my impression iPhone X has the perfect combo of phone / display size. For the first time since first iPhone I am happy with the way it seats in hand & in the shirt pocket.
8 years ago
And the iPhone X certainly doesn't disappoint. It is a massive departure from what we usually get from an iPhone. For a start, the home button that's been a fixture of the device for 10 years, is gone. And in its place, is even more real estate for the dazzling 5.8-inch Super Retina display.
8 years ago
Apple iPhone X review: The future of Apple smartphones
Ten years after the launch of the first iPhone, Apple has launched what it says is the phone that kickstarts the next decade for the iPhone. It's the biggest shift in iPhone design since Steve Jobs launched that first device , introducing a new range of technologies to Apple's smartphone as well as...
Pros:
- Display
- size
- build quality
- wireless charging
- Face ID
Cons:
- This is an expensive phone
8 years ago
iPhone X review: the best you can get
iPhone X has it all. Obviously it's not for everybody, but as the most premium of premium phones there's none better.
Pros:
- Desirable design
- Face ID is ace
- Excellent cameras
Cons:
- So expensive
- Side button controls annoy
- Notch means some app quirks
8 years ago
Apple iPhone X review
By letting go of long-standing features such as a physical home button, Apple has brought its smartphone bang up to date. The X has the best screen of any iPhone, ever, and it looks the part too - even with that notch. FaceID works better than any other facial recognition system you’ll find on a phone right now (even if it’s not perfect), and the dual rear cameras take excellent photos - if not quite as natural or detailed as Google’s algorithm-assisted Pixel 2 XL. Beyond some cute face-tracking fun with emoji, though, the X doesn’t have many unique features you won’t also find on the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. Both get that fancy new A11 CPU and wireless charging, and neither forces you to relearn a load of gestures to get around iOS. They’re a hell of a lot cheaper, too. You’re paying a premium here for that bold new look, FaceID, and not much else. It’s not like that ever put anyone off buying an Apple product before, though, is it? If you want the best iPhone, you’re going to have to find the cash - the X has set the bar, and the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus just can’t jump high enough.
Pros:
- Gorgeous screen - even with the notch
- Versatile camera takes great photos
- Slick OS runs beautifully on powerful hardware
Cons:
- Apps look odd without updates
- FaceID isn’t 100% accurate
- Super expensive
8 years ago
Apple iPhone X
After a week of using the iPhone X, we can say with confidence that Apple has created a revolutionary and almost magical device. While it may not be as significant as the original iPhone, it introduces several new technologies that redefine the experience and move the needle significantly ahead.
Pros:
- Face ID is a game changer
- New Super Retina OLED screen provides a whole new level of display quality
- iPhone "Plus" dual-lens camera system in an iPhone 8-sized package
- Wider aperture and OIS on 2X lens should provide better 2X photos.
Cons:
- The higher aspect ratio means the screen isn't actually larger than the iPhone Plus models, despite the larger diagonal
- The front TrueDepth camera notch and rear camera bump detract from an otherwise great aesthetic
- Lack of Touch ID makes Apple Pay slightly less convenient.
8 years ago
Charges slowly
Nice phone, takes great photos, good battery life my only complaint is that no fast charging out the box, Apple charges over premium for this phone and can't even include accessories needed for full potential, you still need to spend over $50 to get fast charging working unacceptable at this price...
8 years ago
iPhone X review: Apple finally knocks it out of the park
The iPhone X is without a doubt the best iPhone Apple has ever made, and it represents a much needed leap forward in design for the company. It still runs the same apps as other iPhones and has the same camera on the back and the same processor and memory as the iPhone 8 Plus.
Pros:
- brilliant screen
- all-screen design
- great camera
- good battery life
- water resistant
- wireless charging
- Face ID
Cons:
- no headphone socket
- no fingerprint scanner
- glass will break if dropped
- very expensive
- no expandable storage or removable battery
- no fast charger in the box
- the notch
8 years ago
Apple iPhone X (64GB, Space Gray) AU - Excellent review
The “truth” chapter basically comes down to answering the following question: is the iPhone X worth the money? The answer depends on a series of factors, like the platform/device you’re currently using and your budget.
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