iPhone 8 and 8 Plus Review: On the Wireless Charging Support and the Subpar Aesthetic
Apple has released the final output of their hard work in the form of the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X. Since the iPhone X will not be released until later this year, critics have decided to focus on the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. Here is everything they have to say about both smartphones.
According to a review by Venture Beat, the most notable aspect of Apple's iPhone 8 and 8 Plus is its support for wireless charging. Although the technology is not new, this is the first time that Apple's flagship has added support for it.
This feature has given the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus an advantage from the others in the product line by making sure that the need for a longer-lasting battery can be solved with wireless charging. Aside from that, both smartphones were deemed to be worth the upgrade, especially if fans find the price tag on the iPhone X to be quite daunting.
Meanwhile, Ars Technica outlined the pros of the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. For one, the A11 bionic chipset the smartphones apart from the others in the market. In terms of speed and performance, the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus do not disappoint. Furthermore, the dual rear cameras produced high-quality videos and pictures. Coupled with the iOS 11, both smartphones do well to compete in terms of hardware.
On the other hand, the cons of the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus include the display and the overall aesthetic. Despite the new glass back, which allows for wireless charging, both smartphones sport a lot of bezels that it is absent from the ones in the market. Moreover, the display is not up to par with the current trend in the market.
It also does not have support for HDR, which could be something fans will have to consider when they are trying to decide if they should wait for the iPhone X or not.
