Review

Apple iPhone 5 Review

December 30, 2012 – 4:29 am

apple iphone 5As with all of the previous versions Apple has brought to us thus far, it is feasible to acknowledge that this new version has all the features that you will need in a phone and PDA wrapped into one. It is being called lightning by some, however if speed was the only improvement to the apple iPhone 5 some would say that it would be enough.

There are several other improvements to look forward to in the iPhone 5, such as the visual quality and the panoramic view that it portrays. All you have to do is to switch to Panorama mode and be impressed by the 240 degree coverage. Look for less time on the charger as you will now have an improved battery life of approximately 8 hours of talk time, should you need it.

As far as a Smartphone goes, this one is sure to impress the user with the added ability of face detection for your videos. Then there is the matter of the dock connector. If you have ever had trouble getting that phone to charge because of the design of the power plug, the new USB like connecter on the iPhone 5 will be just what the doctor ordered.

If the lightning speed does not impress you, the fact that it could very well be the thinnest iPhone yet, might just do it. With every generation of the iPhone comes new and improved features, such as better browsing capabilities. If it is your plan to impress your friends, this phone could easily be the one for you, with its small stature and faster processor speeds.

Let’s not forget the fact that the iPhone 5 is a cellular phone first and everything else after. On the other hand, if you enjoy using your phone for listening to music, the audio improvement and its high quality recordings, will have you wondering how you could possibly survive without this upgraded version of the Apple iPhone. Save all your music on your phone and take advantage of these new benefits.

Most cellular phone operators like the fact that they can use their phone to surf the web, so the fact that the iPhone 5 has an operating system that gives them the added benefit of Facetime, will be sure to impress the user. But one of the best things to look forward to in the new iPhone, is the price and availability which will remain much the same as its predecessor.

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News

iPhone 5 Features

September 25, 2012 – 2:37 pm

On September 12, Apple launched the 6th generation iPhone – iPhone 5. What are the features of this latest iPhone?
1. More content on the 4-inch display
iPhone 5 features a 4-inch display, which is bigger but exactly the same width as iPhone 4s. This new display provides an 1136*640 resolution and an impressive color saturation that’s 44 percent greater than before. So with iPhone 5 you will enjoy enhanced visual experience.

apple iphone 5 4-inch display

2. Next-generation cellular and wireless connectivity
iPhone 5 supports more networks all over the world, including advanced networks such as HSPA, HSPA+, and DC-HSDPA. These networks allow browsing, downloading, and streaming content at ultrafast speeds. Meanwhile, the dual-band 802.11n wireless connectivity further accelerates your Wi-Fi experience.

iphone 5 wireless connectivity

3. Improved CPU performance and better battery life
• Faster CPU performance
With the new A6 chip, everything you do on iPhone 5 is noticeably faster — compared with the A5 chip it’s up to twice as fast.
• Extended battery life
Custom designed to work with iOS 6, the A6 chip is extremely power efficient. Therefore, iPhone 5 has more than enough battery power to last throughout the day: it allows up to 8 hours of browsing on a cellular connection, up to 8 hours of talk time, and up to 10 hours of video playback time.

apple iphone 5 Improved CPU performance and better battery life

4. Enhanced audio on iPhone 5
Apple EarPods are just the beginning of the improved audio experience on iPhone 5. The new iPhone is designed with three microphones: one on the front, one on the back, and one on the bottom. The front and back microphones work together to achieve beam forming, a technique that helps iPhone focus on sound from the desired location for clearer audio. In addition, the new noise-canceling technology helps reduce background noise, allowing you to hear clearly the voice on the other end of the phone even when you are in a loud room.

Enhanced audio on iPhone 5

5. More powerful camera
• Panorama
With simply one smooth motion, you can shoot a panorama of up to 240 degrees. The gyroscope, A6 chip, and Camera app work perfectly together to create one seamless, high-resolution panorama up to 28 megapixels.
• Even better features
The Camera app also features multiple improvements, including 40 percent faster photo capture, better low-light performance, and improved noise reduction.
• Enhanced HD video recording
iSight camera is capable of recording 1080p HD video. Improved video stabilization helps prevent shaky footage. The enhanced face detection now can recognize up to 10 faces. You can even take still photos as you record, which means you may capture small moments while shooting a big scene.
• FaceTime HD camera
You can use the front-facing camera on iPhone 5 to make FaceTime video calls that can be used over a 3G connection now. Since the upgraded front-facing camera comes with BSI sensor, you can also use it for taking high-quality photos or recording 720p HD video.

iPhone 5 More powerful camera

6. iOS 6
The latest iOS 6, which is already installed on iPhone 5, brings more than 200 new features that will make the things you do every day even better.

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iPhone 5 Released on September 12 – Pictures Appreciation

September 23, 2012 – 2:47 am

On September 12, Apple launched the next generation iPhone 5. What has been improved in the design and performance of this latest iPhone?

iPhone 5 released

1. Nano-SIM & lightning connector
iPhone 5 is only 7.6mm in thickness and 112g in weight, carrying a nano-SIM (44% smaller than a micro-SIM) and a lightning connector. The new lightning port is 80% smaller than previous 30-pin connector and can be fit in on both sides. iPhone 5 is 18% thinner and 20% lighter than iPhone 4s.

thin apple iphone 5

iphone 5 lightning connector

2. Retina display with integrated tough technology
Apple creates for iPhone 5 a new Retina display with integrated tough technology. To be specific, instead of a separate layer of touch electrodes between display pixels, the pixels alone take on double duty — displaying the image and meanwhile acting as touch-sensing electrodes. With this new technology, everything on the new Retina display, which is 30 percent thinner than the last model, is much clearer than ever before.

apple iphone 5 Retina display

3. Aluminum and glass body
The back of iPhone 5 is made of anodized 6000 series aluminum — exactly the same material used in Apple notebooks. The inlays along the top and bottom are made of either ceramic glass (on the white and silver model) or pigmented glass (on the black and slate model).

apple iphone 5 Aluminum and glass body

4. Sapphire crystal camera
The surface of the iSight camera, though as clear as glass, is not made of glass. It’s actually sapphire crystal whose hardness is second only to diamond on the scale of transparent materials. That means the surface of the lens is far less likely to scratch.

iPhone 5 Sapphire crystal camera

5. New ergonomic EarPods
The new Apple EarPods have a quite unique look. Unlike traditional circular earbuds, Apple EarPods take on a special design defined by the geometry of the ear, and therefore are more comfortable for more people than any other earbud-style headphones. Also, Apple EarPods provide stronger protection from sweat and water, and they stay highly stable in the ear. They can stay in even when you’re on the go.
Apple re-engineered an earbud speaker diaphragm with both rigid and flexible materials to minimize sound loss and maximize sound output. Besides, meticulously placed acoustic vents add to the superior audio quality. The notable vent located in the stem of each EarPod allows air inside the stem, which acts as an acoustic chamber, to flow out. In this way, you will hear deeper and richer bass tones.

iPhone 5 ergonomic EarPods

iPhone 5 ergonomic EarPods

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Rumors

iPhone 5: New Features & Price Predictions

August 1, 2012 – 1:39 pm

apple iphone 5 price and featuresiPhone 5 is definitely the most anticipated tech product of these days. Rumors claim that the iPhone 5 will be launched in August or October this year. Media reports that Apple has placed production orders for the new iPhone 5 displays with suppliers. Also, insiders disclose that the production of Apple’s next generation iPhone has begun since June, and screens on the new iPhone will measure at least 4 inches. While the whole world is waiting for the launch of the iPhone 5, we’d like to share with you some predictions and expectations about the iPhone 5. Let us take a look at what all we might get to see in the next generation iPhone.

Prediction No. 1: A totally redesigned body
Topeka Capital Markets analyst Brian White says that the new Apple iPhone 5 will have a new, sleek look which will require a unibody case. Considering that the last generation of iPhone didn’t include any major changes in the design, it is highly possible that the iPhone 5 will feature a totally redesigned body.

Prediction No.2: iOS 6
Apple unveiled iOS 6 beta at WWDC 2012, and is expected to officially release iOS 6 in September. Based on the release dates for previous iPhone versions, the new iPhone 5 is likely to be released in the fall, and the possibility for the next generation iPhone to run on iOS 6 is as high as 90%.

Prediction No.3: Larger Screen
The new iPhone is rumored to ship with a 4-inch or even larger screen. This rumor is highly credible: some engineers have made mockups of the iPhone 5 based on leaked design specifications and components; these rendered mockups are believed to be closest in appearance to the real iPhone 5. The renderings show that the iPhone 5 has a bigger screen than iPhone 4s.

Prediction No.4: iPhone 5 Price at $750
Based on the analysis of recent Apple share prices, Goldman Sachs analyst issued an estimation of the iPhone 5 price at $750. Personally I believe this estimation is for reference only.

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Rumors

When is iPhone 5 Coming Out ?

July 7, 2012 – 12:41 pm

iphone 5 picturesIt is believed that Apple has begun to test new-model prototype of iPhone. This mobile phone adopts the variation version of A5X processor and 1GB RAM. Furthermore, the outer shell of this new-model prototype is the same as that of iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. However, it is probably a kind of defensive measures adopted in a bid to prevent the information leakage. Before releasing iPhone 4, the iPhone engineer lost the prototype phone in the bar which was covered by 3GS shell.

According to technology blog website called Apple Insider, the analyst Brian White from Topeka Capital Markets holds the same idea as popular view does. In other words, the iPhone 5 will own wholly new design with 4-inch screen instead of 3.5-inch on the previous iPhone. White indicates that iPhone 5 will come out in later period this year based on his recent visit to China. And, iPhone 5 will possess smooth integration design in favor of 4G LTE network.

According to many previous reports, Apple will release iPhone 5 this June. Because iPhone 4S is an exception. Based on the previous routine, Apple always releases its new-model iPhone in June or July each year. However, as reported by Korean Maeil Business Newspaper, Apple will release next generation of iPhone this October, which is later than iPhone 4S for one year.

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Rumors

iPhone 5 release date

June 28, 2012 – 2:36 pm

leaked picture of apple iphone 5

According to the website examiner, the press conference of iOS 6 has implied iPhone 5 release date. As a result, there are more and more spreading rumors about its time-to-market. Since Apple held the Worldwide Developers Conference on June 11, the consumers has begun to press forward to internet and pay close attention to new products information of Apple Inc in 2012. Many consumers have been concerned about the release date of iPhone 5. However, Apple always does a good job in secrecy. So far, Apple doesn’t affirm the specific release date of iPhone 5 in spite of spreading rumors. However, some determined people suggest that Apple has implied the incoming of iPhone while announcing the release date of iOS 6.

In fact, according to reports, Apple declares that iPhone will be loaded and transported into the market this autumn aside from the announcement of iPhone time-to-market. As for most consumers and iPhone fans, Apple Inc has no intention of releasing iPhone in later period this year. However, it is said that Apple aims to release iPhone this autumn. Meanwhile, the official version of iOS 6 will be unveiled this autumn too. As a result, iPhone is likely to enter the market then.

According to media report, the sophisticated analyst from Piper Jaffray Investment Company, Gene Munster forecasts that the release date of iPhone 5 will be due this October.

Munster holds that iPhone provider Qualcomm Incorporated fails to supply the chip timely. Thus, iPhone 5 cannot be unveiled in June or August as predicted by the previous analysts. Besides, iPhone 5 employs wholly new appearance and supports 4G LTE.

In addition, according to Korean press, iPhone will feature 4.6-inch touching screen, which can defeat such smartphones as Android and Windows Phone in the market.

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