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Apple iPhone 8 Plus

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Pros

  • blazing fast processors
  • solid cameras and wireless charging
  • sharper and the blue sky and clouds look realistic

Cons

  • this setting cannot be enforced by the benchmark app
  • Battery life is very sensitive to changes in screen brightness
  • device may be too hot or have other apps running in the background

Key specs

  • 12 Mpx
  • 5.5 in
  • 1080, 1920 px
  • IPS TFT, Retina HD display with IPS technology
  • 401 ppi
  • 2670 mAh
  • 6-core
  • 7 Mpx

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Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Pros & Cons

Apple iPhone 8 Plus

Pros

  • blazing fast processors
  • solid cameras and wireless charging
  • sharper and the blue sky and clouds look realistic
  • industry-leading performance and powering the most accessible AR platform
  • blazing fast response time and good battery life
  • excellent fit and finish
  • The fast hardware goes brilliantly well with the optimised OS
  • the Camera app itself remains simple to use
  • new ways of thinking
  • new connections
  • and new industries

Cons

  • this setting cannot be enforced by the benchmark app
  • Battery life is very sensitive to changes in screen brightness
  • device may be too hot or have other apps running in the background
  • Galaxy S8 are stuck at 720p
  • slow-mo dog footage
  • VR headsets tend to get sweaty and a little claustrophobic
  • no VR solution for iPhones
  • iPhones leak battery in the background less than Android phones
  • lack T-Mobile's coverage-extending Band 71
  • only able to map horizontal surfaces like tables and floors
  • uncased 8 Plus cannot lie properly flat on a hard surface

Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
5.5 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
2670 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
401 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
2.5 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemApple iOS 11
CPU clock speed2.5 GHz
CPU cores6-core
CPU modelApple A11 Bionic
RAM memory3 GB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor size1/3"
Primary sensor resolution12.0 Mpx
Resolution (second camera)12.0 Mpx
Lens aperture (second camera)F/2.8
Focus adjustmentAutomatic
Video recordingyes
Highest video resolution3840 x 2160 px
Maximum FPS at the highest resolution60.0 fps
Maximum FPS (regardless of res.)240.0 fps
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080 px
Autofocusyes
Geo-taggingyes
LED Flashyes
Optical image stabilizationyes
Touch focusyes
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Storage
Internal storage
  • 128 GB
  • 256 GB
  • 64 GB
Memory card readerno
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Dimensions
Height6.24 in
Width3.07 in
Depth0.3 in
Weight7.13 oz
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Other features
Payment technologyApple Pay
Built-in stereo speakersyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11ac
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Data transmission
  • DC-HSDPA
  • EDGE
  • FDD-LTE
  • GPRS
  • HSDPA
  • HSPA+
  • HSUPA
  • LTE
  • LTE Advanced
  • TDD-LTE
  • VoLTE
  • VoWiFi
Navigation system
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Galileo
  • QZSS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
3G UMTSyes
4G LTEyes
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Display
Screen size5.5 in
Touchscreenyes
Number of colors16.7M
Panel typeLCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 px
Technology
  • IPS TFT
  • Retina HD display with IPS technology
Pixel density401.0 ppi
Screen materialFingerprint-resistant coating
Dual screen supportno
Scratch resistant displayyes
HDRyes
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Front camera
Primary resolution7.0 Mpx
Face detectionBody and face detection
HDR modeAuto HDR mode
Lens apertureF/2.2
Light sourceRetina Flash
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Gold
  • Grey
  • Red
  • Silver
  • Space grey
  • White
Material
  • Aluminum
  • Glass
Water resistantyes
Shock resistantno
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Proximityyes
Digital compassyes
Ambient light sensoryes
Fingerprintyes
Gyroscopeyes
Barometeryes
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Connectivity
Dual sim supportno
Sim card sizeNano-SIM
DLNA certifiedno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version5.0
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
Bluetooth codec
  • AAC
  • SBC
NFCyes
Charging connection
  • Lightning
  • USB
Headphone connection3.5 mm
Video outputNo
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Battery
Replaceable batteryno
Battery typeLithium ion
Battery capacity2670.0 mAh
Standby time38.0 h
Talk time21.0 h
Fast chargingyes
Wireless charging yes
Wireless charging standard
  • QI
  • Qi

Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Q&A (19)

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    pearl
    over 2 years ago
    Does Apple iPhone 8 Plus Support 5G?
    maryjane.legros
    about 2 years ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus doesn't support 5G, which means you won't be able to access 5G services.
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  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What are the best features of Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    robby_pagac
    over 1 year ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus features a better camera, thanks to a new sensor and larger pixels. It is capable of capturing brighter images with more detail, it has ability to automatically adjust your exposure, better performance in low light, and support for flash.
    Helpful?
  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What are common problems with Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    dylan
    over 1 year ago
    For some users, The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is notorious for a crackling noise produced by the earpiece during calls received.
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  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What features does the Apple iPhone 8 Plus have?
    hue
    over 1 year ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus comes with a Retina HD display, 5.5-inch widescreen LCD Multi-Touch display with IPS technology, 1920-by-1080-pixel resolution at 401 ppi and 3D Touch that lets you interact with the display via touch gestures.
    Helpful?
  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is the Apple iPhone 8 Plus Fully Waterproof?
    beau.beer
    over 1 year ago
    Your Apple iPhone 8 Plus can handle being under water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 metres, and even has an ‘IP68’ rating to show that it is fully protected from dust and dirt.
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  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How many types of Apple iPhone 8 Plus model are there?
    loreta
    over 1 year ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus has 2 models. Generally, the versions are the same, with different specifications.
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  • 0
    Votes
    hue
    over 2 years ago
    Can I use an Apple Pencil on The Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    evita
    about 2 years ago
    No, Apple Pencil is compatible with iPad. It does not work with the Apple iPhone 8 Plus.
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  • 0
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    loreta
    about 2 years ago
    Does Apple iPhone 8 Plus have Apple Pay?
    esteban
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Apple iPhone 8 Plus features Apple Pay, which lets you pay for your purchases quickly and easily — with a single touch of your iPhone.
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  • 0
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    kenneth.bins
    over 2 years ago
    Is the Apple iPhone 8 Plus Qi enabled?
    christene.johnston
    about 2 years ago
    Your Apple iPhone 8 Plus works with Qi-certified chargers, so you can charge it whenever and where ever you want.
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  • 0
    Votes
    maynard
    about 2 years ago
    Is an Apple iPhone 8 Plus still good in 2022?
    kiara_barton
    about 2 years ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is still solid phones worth buying in 2022. They're fast, powerful, and have a great camera.
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  • 0
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    geneva.hoeger
    over 2 years ago
    How Much Is an Apple iPhone 8 Plus Worth?
    rachell_cronin
    about 2 years ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is worth between $100 and $198 in USA.
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  • 0
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    yolando
    about 2 years ago
    How big is Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    inell.larkin
    about 2 years ago
    The Apple iPhone 8 Plus has a 5.5" Retina HD HDR display.
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  • 0
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    robert.farrell
    about 2 years ago
    Does Apple iPhone 8 Plus have a SIM card?
    esteban_botsford
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Apple iPhone 8 Pluss uses a Nano sized SIM card. Standard SIM cards are used in almost every mobile phone on the market today.
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  • 0
    Votes
    cedric_waters
    about 2 years ago
    Does the Apple iPhone 8 Plus come with headphone jack?
    lonnie
    about 2 years ago
    No, The Apple iPhone 8 Plus doesn't include the tiny port that lets you use the phone's Lightning port with 3.5mm headphones.
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  • 0
    Votes
    hank
    over 2 years ago
    Does Apple still sell Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    kimberely
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Apple has stopped selling the Apple iPhone 8 Plus in markets after announcing its new budget smartphone.
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  • 0
    Votes
    maximo
    about 2 years ago
    Does Apple still support the Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    donnie.goodwin
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is still receiving updates and new features, which means that it is viable for another year and maybe even longer.
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  • 0
    Votes
    katina.steuber
    about 2 years ago
    Does the Apple iPhone 8 Plus have Face ID?
    angelo
    about 2 years ago
    No, Apple iPhone 8 Plus does not have the physiological biometric features such as Face ID.
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  • 0
    Votes
    shane
    over 2 years ago
    Does Apple Watch work with Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
    destiny_kuhn
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The Apple Watch Series is compatible with the Apple iPhone 8 Plus. You simply need to make sure that you have the latest version of iOS installed on your Watch
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  • 0
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    billi_torphy
    about 2 years ago
    Does the Apple iPhone 8 Plus support wireless charging?
    terence_rodriguez
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The Apple iPhone 8 Plus has an integrated wireless charging that allows you to charge your iPhone by simply.
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Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple - Editorial Reviews (21)

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Based on 21 reviews
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Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 16.03.2020
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus review

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are the fastest phones ever, take draw-dropping photos and finally offer wireless charging, but the Plus is the one to buy.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 Plus review: still massive – but not in a good way
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the Guardian
Published: 02.10.2017
iPhone 8 Plus review: still massive – but not in a good way

Apple’s chunky phablet stands out like a sore thumb against its ever-more sleek rivals, and not even its decent camera and battery life can save it

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus (2017)
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ProductReview.com.au
Published: 28.10.2021
Apple iPhone 8 Plus (2017)

Apple iPhone 8 Plus (2017) (Mobile Phone): 4.4 out of 5 stars from 411 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone X power in a friendly, familiar (and cheaper) package
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CNET
Published: 13.09.2018
iPhone X power in a friendly, familiar (and cheaper) package

It's just as fast as the iPhone X, has a longer battery life, and, well, it still has the home button. The iPhone 8 Plus is still a great pick for anyone not ready for Face ID, but expect an update in the next few months.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 Plus review: Showing Its Age
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Macworld
Published: 16.12.2019
iPhone 8 Plus review: Showing Its Age
4.0

In our iPhone 8 Plus review, we evaluate Apple's phablet design, new features, tech specs and pricing, and put it through extensive speed, graphics and charging tests

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review: Has the substance but lacks the style
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Digit.in/hi/
Published: 18.10.2017
Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review: Has the substance but lacks the style
0.0

Read the in depth Review of Apple iPhone 8 Plus Mobile Phones. Know detailed info about Apple iPhone 8 Plus configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Updated: Apple iPhone 8 Plus camera review
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DXOMARK
Published: 22.09.2017
Updated: Apple iPhone 8 Plus camera review

Please note: In September 2019, we updated the DXOMARK Mobile test protocol to cover ultra-wide-angle performance and renamed the protocol DXOMARK Camera. We also expanded our low-light testing and created the new Night sub-score, which incorporates the previous Flash score. We have retested this device using the new Wide and Night test protocols and updated the scores in this review, but [...]

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus review: Excellent, but not for everyone
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Mashable
Published: 19.09.2017
Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus review: Excellent, but not for everyone

Come for the glass back, stay for the A11 Bionic chip and wireless charging.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review
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WhistleOut
Published: 20.09.2018
Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review
4.3

The design is well and truly showing its age, but the iPhone 8 Plus is the most pragmatic device in the 2017 iPhone family. You'll get up to two days of battery, two great rear-facing cameras, lightning fast performance, and a stunning True Tone display; it's almost everything you could want from a new iPhone. We just wish it was a little smaller.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED 1st Photo Review: 7 Things You Need To Know
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Forbes
Published: 13.04.2018
Apple iPhone 8 Plus (PRODUCT)RED 1st Photo Review: 7 Things You Need To Know

On sale in store from today, here are hands-on photographs and first review of Apple's new charity-benefitting handset.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus Smartphone Review
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Notebookcheck
Published: 23.09.2017
Apple iPhone 8 Plus Smartphone Review
4.5

The Apple iPhone 8 Plus is the latest flagship smartphone from Cupertino. The A11 processor manages impressive benchmark results.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 review: the default option
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The Verge
Published: 19.09.2017
iPhone 8 review: the default option
4.0

If the iPhone X is Apple’s bold vision of the future, the iPhone 8 is Apple making sure everyone else at the party has a nice time too.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 and 8 Plus review: The curious case of the time-traveling phone
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Ars Technica
iPhone 8 and 8 Plus review: The curious case of the time-traveling phone

The iPhone 8 is a great phone, but who is it for?

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus review | Stuff
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stuff.tv/my/
Apple iPhone 8 Plus review | Stuff

Small upgrades go a long way, as the iPhone 8 Plus steps forward as the leader of the 8 family

Apple iPhone 8 Plus Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review
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PCMAG
Published: 13.09.2017
Apple iPhone 8 Plus Review
4.0

The iPhone 8 Plus may promise better augmented reality experiences than its smaller counterpart thanks to its dual cameras, making it the one you should buy.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus - Timeline

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