All About The Apple iPhone X
The iPhone X (pronounced as 10) is the 10th-anniversary edition of Apple's flagship smartphone. When introduced, Apple CEO Tim Cook called it "a product that will set the tone for the next decade."
From its edge-to-edge OLED screen to a front and back made of glass to new features like Face ID, the iPhone X looks nothing like the past few iterations of the iPhone. Add in a huge 5.8-inch screen in a form factor that's actually smaller than the iPhone 8 Plus, and it's one stand-out device.
How the iPhone X and iPhone 8 Series Are Different
Though they were introduced at the same time the iPhone X and iPhone 8 series phones differ in five key areas:
- Screen
- Facial recognition
- Camera
- Size and Weight
- Price
While the dual back-camera system on the iPhone X is essentially the same camera as on the iPhone 8 Plus, the X's user-facing camera is better than what either iPhone 8 model offers. It supports improved lighting features, a portrait mode, and animated emojis that use your facial expressions. If you have strong selfie game, the X marks the spot.
Another intriguing difference is that while the X offers the largest screen of any iPhone – 5.8 inches diagonally – its size and weight are closer to the iPhone 8 than the 8 Plus. By using mostly glass to make its body and a new OLED screen, the X weighs less than an ounce more than the 8 and is only 0.01 inches thicker.
All this innovation comes at a price, of course, so the X also stands apart due to its cost.
The introductory 64GB model costs US $999, while the 256GB model rings the register at $1149. That's $300 more than the 64GB iPhone 8 and $200 more than the 64GB iPhone 8 Plus.
Breakthrough Features: FaceID, Super Retina Display, Wireless Charging
Besides the features and improvements already mentioned, the iPhone X introduces three breakthrough features to the iPhone line.
Face ID
Of them, FaceID may be the most important change. This facial recognition system replaces TouchID for unlocking your phone and authorizing Apple Paytransactions. It uses a series of sensors placed near the user-facing camera that project 30,000 invisible infrared dots on your face to map its structure in minute detail. The facial mapping data is stored in the iPhone's Secure Enclave, the same place TouchID fingerprints are stored, so it's extremely secure.
Of them, FaceID may be the most important change. This facial recognition system replaces TouchID for unlocking your phone and authorizing Apple Paytransactions. It uses a series of sensors placed near the user-facing camera that project 30,000 invisible infrared dots on your face to map its structure in minute detail. The facial mapping data is stored in the iPhone's Secure Enclave, the same place TouchID fingerprints are stored, so it's extremely secure.
Animoji
One of the most entertaining features of the iPhone X is the addition of animoji – moving emoij. Animoji only work on devices running iOS 11 and higher. Any device capable of running iOS 11 or higher can display Animoji, by the way, not just the iPhone X. Regular emoji are still available are the iPhone X.
One of the most entertaining features of the iPhone X is the addition of animoji – moving emoij. Animoji only work on devices running iOS 11 and higher. Any device capable of running iOS 11 or higher can display Animoji, by the way, not just the iPhone X. Regular emoji are still available are the iPhone X.
Super Retina Display
The most obvious change in the X is its screen. Not only is this the largest screen in iPhone history, it's a full edge-to-edge screen. That means the the edge of the phone ends at the same place as the screen, making the phone more engaging. That improved look is also aided by the Super Retina HD display. This even-more-hi-res version of Apple's already gorgeous Retina Display delivers 458 pixels per inch, a big step up from the 326 pixels per inch on the iPhone 7 and 8.
The most obvious change in the X is its screen. Not only is this the largest screen in iPhone history, it's a full edge-to-edge screen. That means the the edge of the phone ends at the same place as the screen, making the phone more engaging. That improved look is also aided by the Super Retina HD display. This even-more-hi-res version of Apple's already gorgeous Retina Display delivers 458 pixels per inch, a big step up from the 326 pixels per inch on the iPhone 7 and 8.
Wireless Charging
Lastly, the iPhone X delivers built-in wireless charging (both iPhone 8 series phones have it, too). This means you just need to place the iPhone on a charging mat and its battery will start charging without needing cables. The X uses the widespread Qi (pronounced Chee) wireless charging standard that's already available on competitor phones. With Apple adopting this standard, it means all the main brands support it and we'll likely see further adoptions in common areas like airports, restaurants, and coffee shops. Apple's AirPower charging mat can power an iPhone, Apple Watch, and next-generation AirPods at the same time.
Lastly, the iPhone X delivers built-in wireless charging (both iPhone 8 series phones have it, too). This means you just need to place the iPhone on a charging mat and its battery will start charging without needing cables. The X uses the widespread Qi (pronounced Chee) wireless charging standard that's already available on competitor phones. With Apple adopting this standard, it means all the main brands support it and we'll likely see further adoptions in common areas like airports, restaurants, and coffee shops. Apple's AirPower charging mat can power an iPhone, Apple Watch, and next-generation AirPods at the same time.
How the iPhone X Improves on the iPhone 7 Series
The iPhone 7 series was a terrific line of phones, but the iPhone X makes them all look positively ancient.
The X bests the 7 series in almost every major way. The list of things that the X offers that the 7 series doesn't is too long to cover here, but some of the highlights include: a new, faster processor; a larger, more vibrant and high-resolution screen; wireless charging; improvements to 4K and slow-motion video capture; the FaceID facial recognition.
Perhaps the most important area where the 7 series has an edge, though, is price. The 7 series phones are still excellent devices and a 32GB iPhone 7 is about half the price of a 64GB iPhone X.
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