Thursday, December 10, 2015
Apple iPhone 5S Review: Pros and Cons
Review of iPhone 5S at a Glance:-
Apple’s iPhone 5S proves itself to be a device with better processor, improved camera features and useful fingerprint scanner.This feature draws a picture of pros and cons of the device.
iPhone 5S has been doing well like every high end iPhone. While, iPhone 5S is very much similar to iPhone 5 in terms of hardware. iPhone 5S features a 4” screen that is quite small when compared to Android and Windows Phone. Its display is beautiful and it’s pocketable too.
Its Touch ID home button is very smooth and works really well. Not only is this, unlocking the phone very easy for purchasing apps. Its A7 chip is unlikely to become obsolete due to 64 bit architecture. To know more, get the story here.
Specification of iPhone 5S
Operating SystemOS: iOS
Version: iOS 7 upgradable to iOS 7.1.2/8.1.3
Chipset
CPU: ARM v8 based
Clock speed: 1.3GHz Cyclone
Core: Dual core
Screen
Type: LED backlit IPS LCD
Size: 4 inches
Density: 326ppi
Camera
Rear: 8MP rear
Front: 1.2MP
Video: 720p @120fps
Form and Dimension
Dimension: 123.8*58.6*7.6mm
Weight: 112g
Data and Connectivity
Wi-Fi, hotspot
Bluetooth v4.0, A2DP
Memory and RAM
Internal: 16/32/64GB
External: No
RAM: 1GB DDR3
Battery
Capacity: 1560 mAh
Standby: up to 250 h for 2G/3G
Talktime: up to 10 h for 2G/3G
Pros of iPhone 5S
New processorsThe new A7 chip in the 5S will be is as fast as the iPhone 5. The chip also runs 64 bit architecture and there is a new M7 motion coprocessor that enables the developers to access features like compass and accelerometer.
Apple promises to enable a new generation of health app and M7 should eliminate the need to buy any sort of health peripheral.
Fingerprint scanner
Apple offers smooth integration and makes mobile purchasing more convenient. This feature makes the smartphone unhackable but stops criminal from theft.
Its Touch ID feature enables the user to unlock device using fingerprint.
Camera
This time Apple’s camera has opted for bigger pixels with a 15% large sensor and a wider f/2.2 aperture. iPhone 6’s camera has come as an exception with ‘TrueTone’ flash that uses dual, white and amber LED’s for a better colour balance.
A new burst mode for taking multiple snaps and slow motion option with 720p video.
Software
5S runs on iOS 7 that features AirDrop, an adhoc Wi-Fi sharing platform through which users can share files with iPhone 5, iPad 4th generation and iPod Touch.
After knowing that both 5S and Nexus 5 use updated Google Now app on iOS and found that 5S offers fast experience than Nexus 5.
Cons of iPhone 5S
BatteryThis is the feature where technology is crying and Apple users are asking for innovation. The battery in 5S offers marginal improvement that offers extra hours of talk time and browsing usage.
With M7 processor, Apple has made much sense. But, it could have even better.
Price
Apple products are expensive, while Apple iPhone 5S for 16GB starts with 34201, while a 64GB model is available for Rs.48290. Availability of the device might vary as a 16GB model is available in grey or silver colors.
Why to buy and Final words about iPhone 5S
5S looks similar to iPhone 5C, but difference lies as 5S features improved processor, Touch ID and camera feature that makes you to consider this device over iPhone 5.Apple’s hardware is mind blowing with decent functionality.
Price- 25600 INR
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