Everything you need to know about the iPhone XR
The iPhone XR released in 2018, allowed even more people to enjoy the newest iPhone X technology in beautiful new colours at a more affordable price. The iPhone XR features the A12 Bionic chip, Face ID, and a sophisticated camera system that enables striking photos with just one lens. So, let’s fast forward to this year and find out if the iPhone XR still a worthwhile purchase.
The iPhone XR
- A stunning 6.1-inch Liquid Retina display that extends to the corners of the iPhone XR.
- Durable front glass, wrapped in an elegant aerospace-grade aluminum, and glass back design which enables wireless charging.
- Comes in 6 colours: white, black, blue, yellow, coral and (PRODUCT)RED.
- Water and splash proof to guard against common spills such as coffee, tea, and soda.
- A TrueDepth camera with Face ID verification that is faster than previous models.
- A12 Bionic chip, which provides industry-leading performance in a more power-efficient design. The A12 is up to nine times faster than the A11 Bionic, while using a tenth of the energy.
- 12-megapixel wide-angle lens with an all-new sensor that improves image quality and low-light performance.
- An increased battery life that is up to an hour and a half longer than the iPhone 8 Plus.
- Supports the most recent iOS, which includes a bunch of new features like focus mode as well as updates to safari, weather and the pictures app, among others. It is also compatible with AirPods and Apple watches.
- iPhone XR specifications
Features of the iPhone XR
Still deciding if the iPhone XR is for you? Well here are some feature to shout about:
- iPhone XR supports fast and fluid iPhone gestures like tap to wake, swipe up to the home screen, swipe down to access notifications and the Control Centre.
- To use Apple Pay, all you need to do press and hold the Side button twice while showing your face.
- Want to type with one hand? The iPhone XR gives you an option to create a single handed-keyboard in the settings!
- Make your own Memoji in any style you choose! Wondering what a Memoji is? ⬇
| Memoji | Animoji |
|---|---|
| Memoji are Animoji that you may customise to your liking, such as changing the head shape, brows, or eye colour. | Apple's Animoji are personalized animated messages that mimic your facial expressions and use your voice. |
Fun apps for your iPhone XR
Clips
For making fun, immersive videos to share with friends and family.
TinType
Reproduces amazing old-style portraits with stunning accuracy.
Budget Tracker
Giving you the power to make smarter budgeting decisions.
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