Before the official presentation of the iPhone 8 there are about four months, but now there are many decent devices on the market - Samsung Galaxy S8, LG G6, iPhone 7. Is it worth waiting for a new iPhone - a question that worries many. We have collected 4 reasons why it is better to wait for the release of the new Apple flagship, and 4 reasons to look at other devices.
Why wait for iPhone 8.
Best Support. If you are extremely interested in updating the operating system or you are one of those people who buy a new device every 3 years, it makes sense to wait for a new iPhone. Apple will not say this from the scene, but the new iPhone models will be supported for a minimum of 4 years. This means that for four years you will receive updates with bug fixes, security holes, and new features.
You can look at more affordable options, but support for the same iPhone 6 comes to an end, and iPhone 5 and does not get iOS 11. In addition, with the iPhone 8 you will be guaranteed to be able to test all the "chips" of the new platform.
Best Camera. About the camera in the iPhone 8 there is no reliable information, but one thing is clear - they will be better than in the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. As a rule, Apple introduces some innovations to the camera of its smartphone every year, so, most likely, the 2017 will not be an exception.
According to Ming-Chi Kuo, both cameras iPhone 8 will have optical image stabilization. Recall that in the case of the iPhone 7, there is only one main camera stabilization. Also there are rumors that the front camera will be able to 3D-shooting. This will be useful for augmented reality technology and will help create quality selfies.
If you take hundreds of photos, and the camera in your smartphone is extremely important to you, better wait for the presentation of iPhone 8. Even if the smartphone does not get any revolutionary technology, the camera will be better than the iPhone 7 and 6s.
Productivity and autonomy. Apple has developed a new processor Apple A11, which is even more productive and energy efficient than the current. According to Fast Company, the iPhone 8 battery will be larger, while analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple will put two batteries in the case to reach the maximum possible capacity.
In addition to the A11 chip and the larger battery, the iPhone 8 will get 3 GB of RAM and faster memory. All data indicate that the iPhone 8 will be the fastest smartphone ever released. Therefore, if you need a powerful smartphone with excellent autonomy, it is better to wait a few months and buy a new iPhone.
Wireless charger. This information has not been confirmed, but some sources suggest that the iPhone 8 will be the first of Apple's smartphones with the ability to wirelessly charge. It is possible that this will not be some revolutionary technology, but Apple can finally introduce inductive wireless charging Qi or Airfuel.
Qi assumes that the device will be charged while on the surface of the charging panel, and in the case of Airfuel smartphone it is enough to be 2-3 meters from the power source.
Why not wait for iPhone 8.
High price. If you can not afford a flagship device, then there is no point in waiting for the iPhone 8. It will be as expensive as the iPhone 7, and maybe even more expensive.
According to some reports, the cost of the iPhone 8 will start from $ 1000. For comparison, the minimum price of the iPhone 7 is $ 649, and the iPhone 7 Plus - $ 769.
Most likely, there will be some Trade-In programs and discounts on Black Friday, but the device will be significantly more expensive than the iPhone 7 or Galaxy S7.
Huge display. If you are a follower of small screens in smartphones, waiting for iPhone 8 also does not make sense. IPhone 8 will be equipped with 5.8-inch OLED-display with an aspect ratio of 18: 9. Probably, we will see the iPhone and with the usual 4.7 and 5.5 inches, but it is better to wait for the new 4-inch mini-flagship, or look closely at the iPhone SE.
Flags of other manufacturers. If you like a smartphone from another manufacturer or you are not very attached to the Apple ecosystem, then you also should not be weary of waiting. In addition, there is speculation that the supply of iPhone 8 will be delayed. Therefore, most likely, you can not buy a jubilee iPhone before the beginning of 2018.
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Many analysts report that Apple can make a surprise and introduce the iPhone 8 within the WWDC, but especially hope for it is not worth it. The company prefers to announce smartphones in the fall on the eve of Christmas season. In addition, most rumors point to the autumn debut of the G8.
The WWDC conference is usually aimed at software (iOS, macOS), and the announcement of a new iron would greatly surprise the public.