The new iPhone is up for grabs! Apple has steered away from big displays to make the phones ergonomic. The iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max have a screen size of 6.1”, 5.8”, and 6.5”, respectively. The iPhone 11 has Liquid Retina HD display, while the Pro and Pro Max variants are equipped with Super Retina XDR display that has 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and up to 800 nits max brightness in HDR. However, it seems that Apple retained the iPhone XR’s display specifications in the iPhone 11 to cut manufacturing costs. 

The new phones look strikingly similar to 2018’s iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR — notch and all. The phones’ colors and finishes look and feel more refined and a lot less like fingerprint magnets when compared with last year’s phones. When compared on the basis of the price, features, and specifications, the new iPhone 11 is supposedly a replacement to the iPhone XR. The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone Pro Max phones get a new matte finish and steel case that look and feel dense. 

Camera

Several social media leaks and pre-press releases speculated iPhone 11’s camera specifications and appearance. Apple put all those rumors to rest by introducing dual camera system in iPhone 11 and the much-hyped triple camera system in Pro and Pro Max. While the iPhone 11 has 12MP Ultra-Wide and Wide camera lenses, Pro and Pro Max have an extra telephoto lens to provide that extra depth to your pictures. 

All three phones have a 12MP front camera with advanced bokeh and depth control. With up to 5X digital zoom, iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max cameras come with six effects, including the night mode, that lets you click the best photos in the dimmest environments. The front camera lets the Face ID perform a 3D scan, letting you unlock your phone even from a tilted angle. The cameras also have ‘slo-mo’ video recording, as the front cameras allow 1080p slow-motion video recording at 120fps. Apart from this, you can also click 8MP still Photos while recording 4K videos. 

Technical specifications

The iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max are fitted with the brand-new A13 Bionic processor and third generation neural engine, which the company is calling as the most powerful processor yet. The A13 Bionic can do 1 trillion operations per second with help of 8.5 billion transistors. This is 1.6 billion more than its predecessor — the A12 Bionic chipset. The highly efficient A13 Bionic when combined with lithium-ion battery ensures that iPhone 11 will run an hour longer than iPhone XR and Pro and Pro Max will run four hours extra. The iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max allows up to 20 hours and up to 80 hours of video and audio playback on a single charge. Apple is finally providing the 18W adapter, which claims to charge the phone up to 50% in half an hour. However, it comes in the box only with Pro and Pro Max variants. You also get an upgraded iOS 13 with iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max. Apple claims that the OS is packed with powerful and security-rich features designed to protect your privacy. 

The phones have a dual sim slot, which support nano-SIM and eSIM. The new iPhones support wireless charging and even work with Qi-Chargers. However, Apple has decided to hold back the reverse charging. All the phones are IP68 rated. Apple’s official website lists that the iPhone 11 can function underwater in 2 meters of depth for 30 minutes, whereas Pro and Pro Max are waterproof at a maximum depth of 4 meters for 30 minutes. 

Pricing and availability

While the iPhone 11 is available in black, green, yellow, purple, product red, and white, you can buy Pro and Pro Max in green, gold, silver, and gray. The iPhone 11 comes with three storage options: 64, 128, and 256GB, whereas the Pro and Pro Max are available in 64, 256, and 512GB storage capacities. You can buy iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max with AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon network carriers. The 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB iPhone 11 is available for $699, which makes it one of the most affordable iPhones yet. Apart from this you can also trade in your old iPhone or buy an unlocked iPhone 11 for $399, $449, or $549. The 64, 256, and 512GB iPhone pro is available for $999, $1149, and $1349 respectively. The 11 Pro Max phone is available for $1099, $1249, and $1499 for the same storage options. You can also buy the unlocked version of Pro and Pro Max for $999 and $1499, respectively. Apple’s latest iPhones will be available for pre-order on September 13, and they will be available in stores from September 20 onwards.

Since the Black Friday sale is around the corner, we planned on reviewing the brand new iPhone XS, which was announced in September 2018, to give you an honest opinion on whether or not it should be on your black friday sale wishlist.

iPhone, a smartphone operating on Apple’s iOS mobile operating system has been a market leader ever since its inception in 2007. Post the release of the first iPhone in 2007, Apple has released eleven generations of smartphone, each with a major upgrade in the IOS software as well as hardware changes.
Let’s take a quick look at the eleven generations of iPhone;

Here is a quick snapshot of the evolution of iPhone Screen Sizes over the years:

Did you know the Black Friday Sale Revenue is expected to grow by 15% in 2018, in comparison to the Black Friday Revenue in 2017?

Speaking of the latest addition to the iPhone family, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are available for purchase for prices starting from $999 and $1099 respectively, making them one of the most expensive phones in the market. (You could expected to get them at cheaper prices and big discounts during the Black Friday Sale) But the question here is, are these iPhones worth the cost?

The new iPhone XS is loaded with latest features and technology that its predecessors missed out. Let’s take a look at the detailed feature list;

1. Display: Following Apple’s legacy, the iPhone XS too, has no hardware updation in comparison to its predecessor iPhone X. Both iPhone X and iPhone XS come with a 5.8 inch screen, that is decent enough for the big screen enthusiasts, while being functional enough to carry around. Although the display specifications of both iPhone X and iPhone XS are the same

• 9.5:9 aspect ratio True Tone OLED
• 2436 x 1125 pixels (458 ppi)
• 2.9% screen-to-body ratio

Apple claims that the iPhone XS delivers 60% greater dynamic range with HDR content. Hence, you can expect better image & video quality.

2. Design: Although the iPhone X and iPhone XS look exactly the same, if you pay close attention to both their specification, you will find that the iPhone XS is lighter than iPhone X by 3 grams.

• iPhone XS – 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm and 177g
• iPhone X – 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm and 174g

3. Speaker Volume: Similar to the design difference, a very small and not-so-noticeable difference is the speaker volume and stereo support which has been improved in iPhone XS by about 25% since iPhone X.

4. Dual Sim: A fairly old feature that other smartphones (mostly android) have been offering for a long time now – dual sim support is an additional feature in the iPhone XS, a relief to the iPhone fanbois looking to use two sims. Though Apple has been late in adapting the dual sim technology, it still withholds its position of a technology leader by introducing eSim, which is not your usual dual sim phone feature. The ‘e’ in the eSim stands for embedded, as the sim card is embedded in the phone instead of having a physical sim card slot. Though eSim support is currently limited, it is expected to grow since iPhones have them now. With eSim, you can use the service of any carrier. Other than the missing physical slot, the dual sim functionality in iPhone XS works similar to that of other mobile phones, both the sim cards work simultaneously in one device.

5. Touch Sensing: iPhone XS comes with an additional touch sensitivity of 120Hz touch sense. This will help make the iPhone XS faster, as it can now respond upto twice as faster to touch than its preceders.

6. Face ID Recognition: Apple claims that the iPhone XS is faster in face ID recognition than the previous versions of the phone.

7. RAM: The iPhone XS comes with a robust 4GB RAM, which would definitely outperform the 3GB RAM in iPhone X, making XS faster, smoother and better rendering.

8. GPU: GPU or Graphic Processing Unit in the iPhone XS is of 4 core, which is expected to perform better than the 3 core GPU in the iPhone X. This would help iPhone XS process better display and image quality, when compared to the iPhone X.

9. Camera: Apple has been boasting about the improved camera in iPhone XS. Mimicking Google Pixel’s HDR+, Apple has used the ‘Smart HDR’ that combines the best parts of multiple photos taken at different exposures into a single image. Along with this, the iPhone XS also comes with a 6-piece lens and a 1.4µm pixel size, that could perform better than the 1.22µm pixel size of the iPhone X.

10. Charging: Apple claims that the wireless charging on the iPhone XS is better, and that it can charge faster than the iPhone X.

11. Battery: Despite Apple’s claim of faster charging, iPhone XS has a battery capacity lesser than that of iPhone X. While the iPhone XS is packed with a 2,658 mAh battery, the iPhone X comes with a 2716 mAh battery. In Spite of a lower battery capacity, Apple claims that the iPhone XS has a longer battery life than that of iPhone X by almost 30 minutes. This isn’t a great relief to the users as the battery life of iPhone X is said to be poor.

12. Water Resistance: The iPhone XS is said to have a better water resistance when compared to iPhone X. While the iPhone X has a water resistance of upto 1 metre depth for 30 minutes, the iPhone XS has upto 2 metre deep of water resistance for 30 minutes.

13. Storage: The iPhone XS comes in a storage variant of 64 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB whereas the iPhone X comes in only 64 GB and 256 GB variants.

14. Price: Listed below the prices of the iPhone XS and its preceder iPhone X (Prices below are regular prices, you could get an iPhone XS or iPhone X at :

Did you know an average person’s spend is expected to grow by $5 in 2018, as compared to the Black Friday spend in 2017, raising the Black Friday average spent of an individual from $335 to $340 in 2018.

Should You buy iPhone XS?

If you are an iPhone loyal looking for an upgrade, iPhone X might be a better option over iPhone XS, considering the very few additional improvements at the cost of extra $100 (or you might get iPhone XS at the price of iPhone X during the Black Friday Sale). A lot of complaints regarding the iPhone XS charging issues has been received throughout the globe. The phone seems to not recognise the plugged in charger if the screen is off. One has the wake the screen every time to continue the charging. This could be disheartening when you spend a whopping $999+ for a phone and end up not being able to even charge seamlessly.

Although Apple claims that the iPhone XS charges faster than the iPhone X, the phone comes packed with a slow charger and a fast charger cost an additional $75, which is not something everyone would be willing to spend. If you have already bought an iPhone XS or willing to buy one, you could get the fast charger at amazing discounts during the black friday sale, don’t miss the chance to grab the offers.

The battery life of iPhone XS doesn’t seem to be anything better than that of iPhone X. This is a disappointment, considering its previously mentioned charging issues. You might want to keep a portable charger handy if you want to own an iPhone XS, don’t forget to get discounts on the iPhone portable charger during Black Friday.

A lot of user reviews have shed light over the iPhone XS’s fragile design. The back glass as well as the screen has said to shatter into pieces with a drop. Hence, not the best choice for the clumsy ones among us.

But if you are an android user, or someone looking for a feature-loaded mobile phone, here are some options you could consider at cheaper prices, we have compared them side-by-side for you:

If you planning to buy a new phone anytime soon, consider buying it during the black Friday sale and grab amazing discounts.

Are you looking for a new phone with the latest OS? Something that is less than 250 bucks? Well, you have come to the right place. Here, you will find one of the many smartphone reviews on the Moto G5.

Design and Build

Let’s start with the design and build. The phone is 144.3 mm in height, 73 mm in width, and 9.5 mm in thickness. It weighs 144.5 grams. The aluminum body of the Moto G5 is crafted with precision. You may choose from gold or lunar grey designs. The phone also has a water-repellent nano-coating so that walks in the rain are always welcome.

Performance

The Moto G5 comes packed with a 2,800 mAh battery. The phone also comes with a 10W charger that ensures you get an entire day’s worth of power in minutes. This powerful phone contains a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 (MSM8937) processor. The Octa-Core CPU supports a speed of 1.4 GHz. The Adreno 505 graphic card and GPU support up to 450 MHz. The Moto G5 also has a 3GB RAM for smoother multitasking.

Operating system (OS)

The Moto G5 comes with the latest Android 7.0 Nougat operating system. With this, you will not have to worry about your phone getting outdated anytime soon. This is one of the phone’s highlights in most smartphone reviews online.

Camera

The Moto G5 has a 13 MP rear camera. This has many cool features like an 8x digital zoom (4x for videos), slow-motion video, professional mode, burst mode, panorama, quick capture, HDR, and more. The 5 MP front camera has a wide lens and even supports flash so that the dark doesn’t make your selfies look bad. For more touch-ups, you could even use the professional mode as well as the beautification mode. Most smartphone reviews by customers laud the cameras of this device.

Moto experiences

We all know that while juggling different things in life, there may be no time, even to open certain apps! Hence, the Moto experiences have been introduced. Now, you may use simple gestures or actions to access a certain app. For example, a twist of your wrist will open up the camera.

With this budget-friendly phone, enjoy all that Motorola has to offer. Stay tuned for other smartphone reviews.

If looking at gorgeous and world-class phones is your thing, then by now you will have certainly heard about the Mi Mix by Xiaomi. Read one of our latest smartphone reviews on the phone.

The Mi Mix is truly known as the smartphone of the future. The almost bezel-less display will make all your videos and movies stunning. This display showcases a 6.4-inch screen.

Design

The phone’s body is made out of micro-crystalline zirconia ceramic that is known to be as hard as sapphire. This makes the phone extremely durable and ensures that you will not have minor heart attacks every time you accidentally drop it. It is 158.8 mm in height, 81.9 mm in width, and 7.9 mm in thickness. It weighs around 209 grams.

Hardware

The Mi Mix smartphone reviews can also boast of a Snapdragon 821 processor, a 6GB RAM, and UFS 2.0 ROM. It also has an Adreno 530 graphics card for a better gaming experience. The device comes with a whopping 4,400 mAh battery to keep you charged throughout the day. What’s more? The battery even has a fast charging feature where the charging speed increases by 20 percent.

Camera

The phone comes with a 16 MP rear camera. This lets you take pictures in different modes like low light, HDR, panorama, burst, face recognition, and more. The 5 MP front camera is 50 percent smaller than other typical front-facing cameras. This is so that it fits in spite of the bezel-less display. It also has 36 smart beauty profiles so that you always look your best.

Added features

If you are in the mood for added luxury, you could get the Mi Mix 18K. This phone has an 18 karat gold rim around the camera and a fingerprint sensor. This will add a sparkle to your phone.

If traditional is not your thing, the Mi Mix is certainly the right smartphone for you. With its cutting-edge technology and design, it is a revolutionary step in the smartphone industry. So now that you have read the smartphone reviews of the Xiaomi Mi Mix, don’t waste time in getting your own new phone!

If you want a simple and basic phone for your grandparent, then you have come to the right place. Here are some of the best options to have a look at:

• Jitterbug Smart

Jitterbug is a brand that offers the best to its seniors. It gives phones bundled with the best senior mobile phone plans. This model from the company offers a user-friendly interface, simple navigation, and easy access to medical and emergency services. The phone has a large display of 5.5 inches, making it convenient for elders to see and read. It also has a simple menu with all the important things organized as a list.

• Emporia Smart

Emporia Smart is a blend of a smartphone and a basic cell phone. The phone is operated on Android and has a touchscreen. It comes with a keypad cover for anyone who prefers pressing buttons over tapping the screen. Like the previous one, this device has a simple menu and allows easy navigation, too. It comes with a stylus as well. Apart from all this, the phone has an emergency call button to help in times of crisis.

• Samsung Galaxy J3

This model is not specifically designed for seniors but it has many features for their benefit. The phone comes with Easy Mode option that enlarges all the icons and keeps all the important things within easy reach. It makes management simple. The Galaxy J3 comes with a vibrant 5-inch Super AMOLED display that enhances the viewing experience. Buy this phone bundled with one of the best senior mobile phone plans to make the most of it.

• Doro Liberto 825

This Doro phone is a simple device perfect for seniors. It offers smartphone-like features and enables easy navigation. The phone comes with an inbuilt app named My Doro Manager. The app will let you monitor the handset, manage settings, and also share apps remotely. This means you may help your grandparents even when you are not around. There are many senior mobile phone plans available that you may choose with this phone.

Depending on your needs and affordability, choose the best phone, tie it with some suitable senior mobile phone plans, and gift it to your grandparents or elderly parents.

If you are 55 years old or more and are looking for a suitable mobile plan, then you have a reason to rejoice. T-Mobile has recently announced a new plan for seniors; and trust us, it is one of the best senior mobile phone plans that you may have ever heard of. With the new plan, you will be entitled unlimited calls as well as chatting, all at a budget price.

Read on to know some of the key details of one of the most sought-after senior mobile phone plans.

• What is the name of the plan?

The plan is called T-Mobile ONE Unlimited 55+.

• What does the plan offer?

It offers unlimited 4G LTE data, talk, as well as text along with all the other T-Mobile ONE benefits. It offers the services for two lines.

• What is the cost of the plan?

The plan is available for USD 60 per month. This price includes taxes and fees and is calculated after applying the AutoPay discount. The first line costs USD 50 while the second one costs USD 10.

• How much does it cost without AutoPay?

If you are not eligible for the AutoPay discount, then you will have to pay USD 5 extra for each line.

• Can I buy a third line on this plan?

This plan is applicable for a maximum of two connections. For the third one, you will need to browse through other plans.

• Who is eligible for this plan?

Anyone who is aged 55 years or more and has a valid age proof is eligible for this plan. The plan is available for new and existing T-Mobile postpaid customers.

• Do both the members need to be 55 years old?

This plan requires only the primary member to be 55 years old. The age proof is also asked from one person only.

• How do I avail of this plan?

Anyone who is interested in registering for this plan should visit a nearby T-Mobile store. Existing customers may even get it done through a phone call.

What are you waiting for? Choose one of the best senior mobile phone plans and enjoy all the unlimited benefits.

A smartphone isn’t just called so. It derives its name from how smartly it makes life easier for us. It houses your e-mails, music, pictures, videos, documents, monthly budgets, games, and other multimedia files. You name it and your smartphone does the job for you (well almost most jobs). A smartphone was in fact created to ease the stress of the human mind and how much it has to process in today’s day and age.

Speaking of the human mind, did you know that according to psychology, human beings are drawn to most things pictorial? And most smartphone cameras have been curated bearing this in mind. So, we are here to take you through some of the best mobile phone cameras with regards to smartphones.

• iPhone 7 Plus

The iPhone 7 Plus that comes with dual 12.3MP cameras on the rear and a 7MP camera on the front, is one of the best mobile phone cameras in the smartphone market. It also has a point-and-shoot feature that makes capturing moving images easy.

• Google Pixel XL

This smartphone has a rear camera of 12.3MP and a front camera of 8MP. With features like electronic image stabilization, phase detection, and laser autofocus, this is the next thing in the best mobile phone cameras category that you can get your hands on.

• Huawei P9

Tied up with Leica, one of the best brands in the world of photography, the Huawei P9 also comes with dual 12.3MP cameras on the rear of its body. While one rear camera makes for some of the most stunning black and white photos, the other rear camera brings to life some beautiful DSLR-quality colored images. There is also a 7MP camera on its front.

• LG G5

We have another camera phone with a dual camera on its back, the only difference being you are able to switch between its main 16MP camera and its 8MP wide-angle camera in order to get a great zoom effect, making it one of the best mobile phone cameras in the world of smartphones.

This year gave us some great camera phones, and the list above comprises of the best of these.