The iPhone XS bought with kidney pain didn’t know these 20 things were bought for nothing.
For this 2018 Apple new product launch conference, many netizens reported: Watch the Apple launch conference in Joe’s era, and first make a statement to the product: My God, Niu X!
Then sigh at the price: alas ~
Now, the Apple conference led by Cook will first sigh at the product: Hey ~
Then sigh at the price: my god, cow x!
At Apple’s press conference, Apple classified the upgrade as a two-year cycle. In the second year, the hardware and performance of the "S" version will be improved, but it lacks innovation and revolutionary improvement. This year’s "S" year has finally become a relatively dull Apple conference. This year’s iPhone upgrade is smaller than the previous "S" year, and the price hit a record high in Apple’s history, which also made many "brainless" fruit fans hesitate.
We can also understand that the overwhelming netizens on the Internet will always say when commenting on the iPhone series: hardware upgrade is like squeezing toothpaste; It won’t be a replay of last year’s press conference; Why is it big bangs again?
Despite this, the iPhone Xs series still "hides" a lot of black technology. All right, without further ado, let’s start today’s iPhone XS evaluation "These 20 details were not mentioned at the iPhone XS conference".
Appearance-the small price paid by "big screen"
1. The weight/thickness reached a new high.
There is no doubt that this year’s new iPhone products are the most expensive in addition to creating a historical price. Three new iPhones, 6.1 inches, and 5.8-inch iPhone XS and 6. have also created the largest historical screen.
(Although the iPhone has the largest screen size, its shape is not as good as that of the iPhone, which shows the characteristics of high screen ratio.)
Although the three digits of the iPhone XS are basically the same as the previous generation, weighing 177g (3g heavier than the previous generation), the MS Max side is a small price paid for the "big screen", and the iPhone XS Max(208g) is larger than the Plus(202g), making it the heaviest iPhone in history. Relying on the thickness of 8.3mm, iPhone has become the thickest iPhone since iPhone 4.
2. The added antenna opening is used to strengthen the signal search.
Although in terms of design, iPhone XS/XS Max inherits the design language of iPhone X, you can still observe the clues after improvement in details. An antenna baseband is added to the bottom left corner of the bottom border of the new iPhone. Considering that last year’s iPhone X caused a lot of controversy because the network performance using Intel baseband was weaker than that of Qualcomm baseband models, it is understandable that this generation of iPhone XS/XS Max can strengthen signal search by adding openings.
IPhone X vs. iPhone XS (picture quoted from baomoi)
The new antenna baseband takes up the microphone opening at the bottom, but because the iPhone XS/XS Max and iPhone XR are designed with dual microphones, the receiver at the top can also be used as a speaker, so the sound playback is not affected. I have to pick out a problem. I think that the opening at the bottom of the iPhone is not symmetrical, which may make some fruit powders feel unattractive and decent.
3. The camera moves up slightly.
The camera part of the iPhone XS is slightly moved up compared with the previous generation iPhone X, and Apple officially did not indicate that the protective case of the iPhone XS supports the previous generation products.
Now, Apple official website has announced the highest price of a new iPhone case of 1099 yuan.
IPhone XS Max leather protective clip
It is further verified that the practice of increasing the size, moving up the camera and raising the price of the protective case is that Apple wants to impose a little recognition to make the iPhone XS series more focused on serving middle and high-class people under the condition that the appearance change of the iPhone XS is not obvious.
Hardware-CPU upgrade range is the smallest in history
4. The highlight of A12 is AI interaction based on neural engine.
IOS devices have always regarded the A-series processors of closed-source system as the "capital" for Apple devices to be better than their rivals. In previous years, Phil Schiller praised the CPU and GPU in an exaggerated way. This year, Phil Schiller turned the touted object into a nine-fold performance improvement of machine learning (CoreML) and Neural Engine.
Upgrade range of "A" processor in previous years
What the conference didn’t mention was that A12′ s CPU performance improvement was the smallest in many years.
5, Geekbench runs the score and stands out from the crowd.
Of course, the A12 processor, which entered the AI battlefield later, has improved the experience.It is imperative. According to the exposed GeekBench running score, A12 processor has the same characteristics as previous generations of iPhone: it stands out from the crowd.
Image from Geek Beach (browser.geekbench.com)
The multi-core running score of the product is 10912 points, and the single core score is 4673 points, which is more in line with the current flagship level.
6. In terms of battery life-the suspicion of "old wine in new bottles" is worrying, and battery life is the best.
In terms of batteries, Apple officials have always been reluctant to announce the specific values of products to users, and its website’s description of the endurance of the new iPhone this year is even more incredible.
The picture is from Apple official website.
The description of and is compared to: 0.5 and 1.5 hours more power than that of, while the continuous talk time of iPhone (20 hours) is weaker than that of iPhone X(21 hours). In addition, by comparison, the battery capacity of the iPhone is actually the largest of the three models, which is incomprehensible.
7, iPhone XR supports three kinds of "portrait light effect"
[Portrait lighting effect] As a heavy photography function released by Apple in its 10th anniversary, many other users and audiences. However, this function only exists in dual-camera phones, but not in models such as, and so on. As a single-lens product, iPhone XR can still obtain hardware-supported portrait mode through calculation, but iPhone XR only supports three kinds of [portrait light effects], less [stage light] and [monochrome stage light] than dual-camera models.
The picture is from Apple official website.
The characteristics of two kinds of light effects, Stage Light and Monochrome Stage Light, are to "erase" the unexpected part of the face, which requires the mobile phone to separate the far and near scenes with higher accuracy, which is easy to handle in dual-camera products. However, in software simulation, perhaps Apple feels that it is not enough to provide enough depth of field information to realize the conditions needed for these two kinds of light effects. It is worth mentioning that the front of iPhone XR supports all five portrait lighting effects.
8. iPhone XR cancels 3D Touch.
The picture is quoted from CNET
Foreign technology media: CNET recently conducted an experiment to check whether the iPhone XR is equipped with 3D Touch, but the result isno.. In other words, iPhone XR can’t pay quickly, and pressing APP on the main interface won’t pop up a shortcut menu.
The picture is quoted from the live broadcast of the 2018 Apple Conference.
The picture is quoted from the live broadcast of the 2018 Apple Conference.
In fact, Phil Schiller also gave a brief explanation at the press conference. IPhone XR will replace the function of 3D Touch with haptic Touch. To put it bluntly, it is based on long press plus vibration feedback. Through the software algorithm, there is no hardware support, only simple use, and it is not helpful for FPS games such as "eat chicken".
Screen-6.1 LCD screen with advantages and disadvantages
9. There is a bigger black edge than there is.
To be sure, this year’s screen is not as good as the higher-end model in many ways. Mainly manifested in the following points:
Recent photo of iPhone XR (image quoted from the Internet)
Because the iPhone XR is made of LCD, there is a bigger black edge.
10. The resolution of iPhone XR is not satisfactory.
In terms of resolution, iPhone XR is 1792 x 828, which is obviously inferior to 2688 x 1242, and even lower than those with smaller screen sizes (2436 x 1135) and (1920×1080). Therefore, many people ridiculed that Apple’s screen configuration for XR is 1,000 yuan 720p level.
Enjoy the "big fruit" of the iPhone (picture from The Verge)
11. Low resolution does not mean that iPhone XR displays less content.
The amount of content displayed on the screen does not depend entirely on the absolute value of resolution (physical resolution), but also on the pixel optimized at the level (logical resolution).
IPhone XR vs Max (picture from Apple official website)
Generally speaking, physical resolution is supported by hardware, and logical resolution can be achieved by software.Through software optimization, iPhone XR and iPhone have the same logical resolution (414×896pt).
Web articles-the reason why ——iPhone XS missed "dual card dual standby"
12. Why doesn’t iPhone XS support "dual card dual standby"?
This year’s new iPhone finally supports dual-card dual standby function, but this "privilege" is limited to iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR, which means that iPhone XS does not support dual-card dual standby function. In fact, for the new iPhone in most areas except China, all three models support dual card dual standby, and the function of one SIM card is realized by software form (eSIM).
The picture is from Apple official website.
In order to cater to the network manufacturing process in China, XR(A2108) and XS Max(A2104) provided special SIM card slots for the new iPhone in China, but XS(A2100) in China did not support it. On the one hand, it may be impossible to insert two SIM cards due to the limitation of body size, and on the other hand, domestic operators have no plans to support eSIM, so this model has no dual card dual standby.
13. Do you want to buy the Hong Kong version or the Australian version? We have to wait until it goes public.
Many fruit powders like to buy the Hong Kong version and the Australian version of the iPhone after the launch of the new iPhone. Compared with the Bank of China version, the prices of the two versions are lower, but this year is particularly special. The iPhone XS sold in these two regions is the same as the US version (A1920, namely eSIM dual card), while XS Max is the same as the Bank of China version (A2104, namely physical dual card).
Judging from the network support in the official list, the network support of the Hong Kong version seems to be no different from that of the Bank of China. Of course, the actual situation will be decided after listing.
14. It is safest to use the dual-card dual-standby version of Bank of China/Hong Kong and Macao.
In a word, if you want to use the dual card dual standby function in China, it is safest to buy the Bank of China/Hong Kong and Macao version. In addition, no matter what version, physical dual card or eSIM dual card version, it is not supported to use two CDMA operators (telecom dual card) at the same time.
Accessories —— Family-handed charging head and AirPower to be upgraded
15. The new charging head has not been upgraded.
If some of the previous features have a point of view that is difficult to adjust, then Apple’s stagnation in accessories this year is an inevitable slot. Before the press conference, many gossips said that iPhone would finally give up the 5W power adapter and USB Type-A interface Lightning data cable, and switch to a high-power charging head that supports fast charging function. However, at the Apple press conference, officials avoided talking about this matter.
The picture is from Apple official website.
16. Apple canceled the earphone patch cord given with the iPhone.
Since the iPhone canceled the 3.5mm headphone jack, the purchased iPhone will bring an earphone patch cord, but it was cancelled when it arrived. It can be said that the sincerity that Apple brought to users was greatly reduced.
The picture is from Apple official website.
The price of this adapter is RMB in 69 yuan. Compared with this, it is also to increase the sales of headphones. At present, EarPods with lightning connectors cost RMB 229 and AirPods cost RMB 1276.
17. AirPower disappeared.
Another one that was strangled was the high-profile AirPower that came out at last year’s press conference. This wireless charging pillow has not been listed yet due to technical reasons. I didn’t get any attention at this conference one year later. The search for "AirPower" in Apple official website showed no results. It seems that Apple has given up this product.
The picture is from Apple official website.
Apple Watch-All the highlights of the ——iPhone were taken away by this watch.
18. Newly upgraded LTPO panel is applied for the first time.
This time, the performance-to-price ratio of Apple Watch products has improved significantly. The most expensive aluminum GPS version is further aligned with the high-priced models in terms of materials, using 16GB storage space and ceramic/sapphire glass back. Series 4 is also the largest display area of Apple Watch. Compared with the original 38mm and 42 mm models, the new 40mm model gains 34.8% display area with 5.9% front area increase, while the new 44mm model gains 32% display area with 8% area increase.
The picture is from Apple official website.
The Series 4 version of the display screen has been replaced with a backplane called LTPO (Low Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide). LTPO can save 5-15% energy consumption in technical theory, which is very important for Apple Watch to increase the display area while maintaining battery life.
19. ECG was appointed by FDA.
At the time of the press conference, many netizens used the official tone to ridicule the ECG function of Series 4. "Our purpose is to keep you alive so that you can buy the next generation of watches."
The picture is from Apple official website.
But seriously, the addition of ECG (Electrocardiogram) function is one of the biggest highlights of this release of Apple Watch. At the press conference, when Apple announced that the function had been clearance by the US FDA, it was not surprising to get a burst of cheers.
The FDA classifies medical equipment into three categories according to the potential risks to users from low to high. The higher the level, the stricter the inspection before legal sales. The ECG function of Apple Watch Series 4 is classified as Class II-there is a moderate risk of harm to users. Medical equipment in the same category also includes electric wheelchairs and some pregnancy test equipment. At present, it is not known whether the ECG data can be used as a medical certificate in China hospital for treatment.
20. Is the value of Apple products worth buying this year?
There are some precautions to be added to the watch: if you want to enjoy the ECG and HRV heart rate abnormality detection function, you can only buy the American version. ECG ECG function will be launched in the United States in the fourth quarter of this year. If you want to use the data network function in China, you must purchase the version of the Bank of China, and match the Unicom card number issued by [Shanghai, Guangzhou, Changsha, Tianjin, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Zhengzhou], insert the iPhone and copy a virtual card to the watch.
In layman’s terms, the Apple Watch Series 4 heart monitoring of the Bank of China has been cut. If you want to buy it, "heart monitoring" and
"Data network" is a choice.
Summary: the heart is not very good to sell the American version of Apple Watch Series 4；; I want to buy the Apple Watch Series 4； of the Bank of China online at any time; I want to use dual-card intelligence to select the sum of the Bank of China/Hong Kong and Macao versions; The big screen of iPhone is cool, and the iPhone is cost-effective; There is no need to change the iPhone series for iPhone X; A small version of 64GB is enough; This year’s iPhone will not be out of stock, and scalpers will face starvation.
Once the savior is now a demon, is it fate or destination?
When I was in high school, that is, in 2010, when the iPhone 4 flourished, people around me felt very excited when they heard about it. Listening to others’ stories about the advantages of the iPhone was always eloquent: thin, revolutionary and smooth.
Nowadays, in the face of the beast-like trend of full screen, the "real kung fu, new ideas" put forward by the Android lineup really makes people feel uneasy: OPPO launched the Find X lift camera, which eliminated the "bangs" through the "double-track periscope" structure, and at the same time, it was particularly eye-catching by using 3D structured light technology; Vivo’s first off-screen fingerprint technology has opened up a new road for today’s limited unlocking experience; The concept of three shots is also innovative, and it still occupies the top spot in DxOMark’s photo taking for half a year after its launch; S Pen remotely controls the camera, which is characterized by high face value/strong performance.
It is undeniable that the remarkable catch-up of the Android camp this year has caused more and more users to shift their eyes from the iPhone. This year’s iPhone has lost its innovation, and it is not surprising to say that 2018 is the turning point of the iPhone.
Let me ask:Ten years later, will we recall the press conference when Apple went into decline?
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