Apple iPhone 8 Plus

1. Introduction: Unveiled on September 12, 2017, and released on September 22, 2017, the iPhone 8 Plus marked a continuation of Apple's legacy of innovation. Weighing 202 g and measuring 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm, it showcased a sophisticated design with a glass front and back (Corning-made glass) complemented by an aluminum frame. The device supported Nano-SIM and boasted IP67 dust/water resistance (up to 1m for 30 min) and Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified).

2. Display and Performance: Featuring a Retina IPS LCD with 625 nits (typ), the iPhone 8 Plus offered a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and Ion-strengthened glass protection. The inclusion of a 3D Touch display and home button enhanced user interaction. Running on iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 16.6.1.1, the device was powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset (10 nm), featuring a Hexa-core CPU (2x Monsoon + 4x Mistral) and an Apple GPU with three-core graphics. Internal storage included variants 64GB and 256gb all paired with 3GB of RAM and NVMe technology.

3. Camera and Connectivity: Equipped with a dual 12 MP main camera setup (wide and telephoto), the iPhone 8 Plus delivered advanced photography capabilities, including 2x optical zoom. With features like Quad-LED dual-tone flash and HDR, the main camera recorded videos at 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps. The 7 MP front-facing camera featured Face detection and HDR, recording videos at 1080p@30fps. Connectivity options were extensive, including Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. The device supported GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and QZSS for precise positioning.

4. Battery and Miscellaneous: The iPhone 8 Plus housed a non-removable Li-Ion 2691 mAh battery, supporting 15W wired charging with PD2.0, offering 50% charge in 30 minutes (advertised). Wireless charging (Qi) was also a feature. The device featured stereo speakers but omitted the 3.5mm jack. Available in Gold, Space Gray, Silver, and Red colors, the iPhone 8 Plus was identified by model numbers A1864, A1897, A1898, A1899, iPhone10,2, and iPhone10,5, catering to diverse user preferences.