If you just spent $1,000 or more on an iPhone X, put a case on it now! Apple‘s tenth-anniversary iPhone has a slick new look with a nearly bezel-less screen, glass back and stainless steel frame. Just like the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, the glass back allows the X to have wireless charging– but …
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Pixel 2 vs. iPhone 8 Plus: Which camera is better?
Google says the camera on its Pixel 2 can beat the iPhone 8 Plus. Yet again (and thanks to some tech refinements). Last year’s comparison proved the single lens on the Pixel was capable of producing better shots than the two lenses on the iPhone 7 Plus in most categories. Camera Specs Pixel 2 iPhone 8 Plus Recording resolutions 4K (30fps) …
Read More »How the Pixel 2’s camera could be better than the iPhone 8 Plus’s
Judging from just the specs, the Google Pixel 2‘s rear camera doesn’t seem all that impressive. It has a single 12-megapixel camera compared to the 12-megapixel dual camera setup of high-end rivals like Apple’s iPhone 8 Plus and Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8. But here’s where the Pixel 2 could stand out: processing power. Last year’s comparison between the original Pixel …
Read More »iPhone 8 Plus vs. Galaxy Note 8: Which dual camera is better?
In specs alone the iPhone 8 Plus and the Note 8 are worthy rivals. Both have two 12 megapixel rear cameras with a 2x optical zoom and a designated feature for portraits. Camera Specs Galaxy Note 8 iPhone 8 Plus Resolution 2×12 megapixels (wide-angle and telephoto) 2×12 megapixels (wide-angle and telephoto) Aperture f/1.7 (wide-angle); f/2.4 (telephoto) f/1.8 (wide-angle); f/2.8 (telephoto) …
Read More »iPhone 8 drop test: We tested Apple’s most ‘durable glass’
At first glance, not much has changed on the iPhone 8. Head on, it could easily be mistaken for an iPhone 7, or even a 6 for that matter. But the back is a different story. This year Apple’s iPhone 8 and 8 Plus ditched the iPhone 7’s aluminum backing in exchange for a glass plate. Glass is what makes …
Read More »iPhone X or iPhone 8: Which one should you buy?
Apple has made it harder than ever to chose an iPhone. In addition to launching the iPhone 8 ($162 at Amazon) and 8 Plus this year, the company added a super-premium iPhone X to its lineup. So, what are the differences between the three phones and which one should you buy? While we haven’t reviewed these devices in-depth just yet (stay tuned, …
Read More »iPhone X: 5 biggest disappointments
Apple didn’t hold back on features for its iPhone X a stunning OLED HDR display with barely-there bezels, an A11 Bionic processor, AR capabilities and a set of cameras that could rival a DSLR. But it also has some major drawbacks that will make even the most loyal Apple fan think twice before pulling the trigger on the tenth anniversary iPhone. Price We’re …
Read More »Galaxy S8 vs iPhone 7: Which camera is better?
Now playing: Watch this: Galaxy S8 Plus vs iPhone 7 Plus: Which takes better pictures? 3:51 If you compare the Galaxy S8’s camera to the S7, not much has changed. It has the same 12-megapixel resolution, f/1.7 aperture and same digital zoom. Samsung may not have changed the key specs on its rear camera (it hasn’t said whether the sensor …
Read More »LG G6: We broke the new phone’s screen with this drop test
LG gave its flagship phone a major makeover this year with a new all-glass design and a nearly bezelless display. But beauty comes at a price. The G6 has more surface real-estate than its aluminum predecessor, which means there’s more to break in a fall. And as it turns out, not all surfaces are made equal on the G6. Strangely, …
Read More »Galaxy S8 drop test: The screen survived, but the glass back cracked
If you’ve just splurged on the new Galaxy S8, the last thing you want to do is drop it. So we did it for you… We learned from Samsung’s previous “Edge” designs that while the curved glass may look great, it leaves more of the surface exposed to everyday bumps, cracks and scratches. And this year, the edges on Samsung’s …
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