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It is testing more than 10 iPhone prototypes, so it is not yet possible to say exactly which model users will see in 2017. What is still known at the moment?

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There is a possibility that the new product will be named iPhone 7S and iPhone 7S Plus, respectively, that is, an improved version of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus released in 2016. Apple has been doing this since 2008, when the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s, and so on were released successively every year.

But given the announced big changes and the anniversary year, perhaps the company will abandon the letter S in the name and immediately move on to the next number - iPhone 8. This name is still provisional and has not yet received confirmation from Apple.

Another rumor has appeared on the Chinese equivalent of Twitter, the microblogging service Weibo, according to which the premium model of the new iPhone will be called Ferrari.

In addition, news has emerged about the official color of the iPhone -

the flagship may come out in red color. So the phrase “I bought myself a red Ferrari” may take on new meaning.

From edge to edge

According to rumors, the iPhone will undergo a radical redesign with a display that will occupy the entire front plane of the smartphone, capturing front camera And Home button. The fate of the latter remains in question, since the Touch ID sensor can be integrated directly into the screen, eliminating the need for a mechanical button.

Apple's Chief Design Officer has long been dreams about an iPhone that looks like a “slab of glass.” It is likely that in 2017 his wish will come true.

According to rumors from Apple supplier Catcher Technology,

at least one smartphone model will be made entirely of glass, bounded by aluminum or stainless steel frames.

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, whose predictions tend to come true, said that Apple will abandon the aluminum body, which it has used since 2012, in an attempt to distinguish the new gadget from all those that came before. Instead, the company can integrate glass back panel as it was in iPhone models 4s.

Glass is a more fragile and heavier material than aluminum, but Kuo believes this will not be a problem.

Over the past five years, glass technology has advanced, and Gorilla Glass used in smartphone displays has become much stronger. If Apple reduces the thickness of the iPhone and uses a lighter OLED display, it may well be able to use a heavier material for the case, which will not affect the overall weight of the gadget.

Several sources stated at once that the new generation iPhone will be presented in three sizes - 4.7, 5 and 5.5 inches. There is no consensus yet on whether all models will be “glass” or whether this material will be used only for the premium gadget.

Thinner and lighter

At least one model of the next iPhone will feature a bendable, high-definition OLED display. This is evidenced by Apple's agreement with Samsung, which is one of the largest manufacturers of such LED screens.

It is reported that Samsung will provide 40 million OLED displays to Cupertino residents in 2017 and will become the sole supplier, as smaller companies AU Optronics, Japan Display and Sharp do not meet the deadline.

Previously, insiders said that no company was able to fulfill Apple’s requirements due to problems with the supply of raw materials,

therefore, the entire release of new iPhones with OLED displays is in jeopardy.

Such screens do not require additional backlighting, as is the case with LCD displays, so their use will help Apple reduce the thickness and weight of gadgets. Additionally, OLED displays can bend, giving the company more room to experiment with design.

OLED screens provide better contrast and color reproduction, save battery power, and have much faster response times than LCD displays. OLED screens are already used by the company in smart devices Apple watch Watch.

Wires away

Perhaps, along with a bendable display, another dream of fans of Apple products will come true - wireless smartphone charging. The company is developing new technology that allows you to charge a device at a long distance from a charging station.

So far, some problems stand in the way of engineers: for example, signal deterioration, if suddenly the distance between the transmitter and receiver is increased, which will affect the charging speed.

But Apple is clearly not going to stray from this path, if we recall the abandonment of the standard headphone jack and the appearance of the AirPods wireless headset on sale.

In addition, there have been rumors that Apple has started cooperate with Energous, which last year introduced WattUp technology capable of charging devices at a distance of 6 m from the base.

Energous plans to release a new mid-range transmitter in the third or fourth quarter of 2017, which coincides with the expected release of the new iPhone.

Not everyone saves money for a summer vacation; many prefer to update their fleet of gadgets during this period.

The most pressing question here is:

Which iPhone should you buy right now, and which should you never buy?

Let's dot all the i's.

iPhone 5s

This is the most popular iPhone in Russia, but its era is already coming to an end. The device still behaves vigorously on latest firmware, but we do not recommend buying it in mid-2017.

You can buy such a gadget only as a first smartphone for a child, a terminal for communicating with parents, or, if you need a second smartphone on iOS. At the same time, you need to clearly understand that the device will be used for a very long time until it breaks or gets lost.

Most likely, this fall the iPhone 5s will disappear from store shelves; it will only be available on the secondary market. Everyone who is now walking around with “5-esques” will leak them in the near future and Internet sites will simply be overflowing with such advertisements.

It will no longer be possible to sell iPhone 5s profitably. If you add another 4-5 thousand, you can get a more sophisticated SE.

iPhone SE

A device similar in size, but more powerful in filling. It will be the next budget iPhone when the 5s retires.

It has powerful hardware, a good camera, and support for almost all iOS features. iPhone SE is simply created for those who do not want modern “shovels” and like to operate the gadget with one hand.

If you really can’t bear it, you can buy it right now, but you can wait until the fall. Then prices for the most affordable SE will fall below 20 thousand rubles.

iPhone SE is perfect for being the first iPhone.

If you already have it: use it and don't worry. But if you want to change to a model with a large screen, you need to sell it before the fall, and buy a new one in October-November. Be prepared to do without an iPhone for several months.

iPhone 6

On the one hand, the gadget is not very old, but on the other hand, Apple officially no longer sells “sixes”. Only resellers have such models, and their prices have dropped significantly over the past year.

You should only buy the iPhone 6 if you need a cheap iPhone, but with a larger display. In other cases, you should either take the SE with better performance and an affordable price tag, or look towards the 6s.

Selling the iPhone 6 on the secondary market will be extremely difficult. There are already many offers in the region of 15 thousand rubles, and in the fall the price will drop by another 10-15%.

If you already have it: There is no particular point in selling only if you managed to buy it at the start of sales for 32-35 thousand. In December 2014, the price soared above 50 thousand and did not fall until the fall of 2016.

Merge good device for 15 thousand, bought for 50K, there is no point. Keep it as a reserve, give it to your parents or children.

iPhone 6 Plus

Not the best iPhone model. Apple was experimenting with a new form factor, or maybe they didn’t want to invest heavily in the development of the first phablet. The model turned out to be an enlarged copy of the iPhone 6. Of course, it has a larger battery, optical stabilization cameras, but the lack of performance is noticeable to the naked eye.

Even then it was necessary to equip a device with a large screen with two gigabytes random access memory to avoid stuttering and frequent interface jerks. WITH iOS update the situation has not changed much.

Almost everyone who tried the iPhone 6 Plus was unhappy with the gadget's thoughtfulness.

If you already have it: It's strange that I haven't sold it yet. But, if you haven’t sold it yet, then you won’t be able to get good money for the device. It’s better to give it to relatives for use than to waste it for pennies.

iPhone 6s

One of the most successful potential acquisitions of this year. The iPhone 6s turned out to be a profitable investment; by the middle of the year the situation had not changed much.

Nothing threatens the penultimate generation smartphone. Yes, the model will most likely disappear from the official Apple store in the fall, but resellers will be selling off leftovers for another year.

On the secondary market, the device will remain in price due to the controversial “seven”.

After the presentation of the new iPhone, the price of the “six” will drop by 8-10%, but this will not happen immediately, but within a couple of months. If you are willing to wait until almost the new year, you can save about 4-5 thousand, otherwise you can buy a “6-esque” right now.

If you already have it: not worth selling. Even if you really want a new iPhone, wait for the presentation.

iPhone 6s Plus

A good device, like the iPhone 6s. The phablet copes well with all tasks, has a 3.5mm jack and supports 3D-Touch. Yes, it does not have moisture protection, but in the form in which it is in the iPhone 7, it’s still scary to check it.

If you just want to try a 5.5-inch Apple smartphone, you need to start with this model. The 6 Plus will disappoint with its performance, and the 7 Plus with its price.

If you already have it: Use it as long as you are satisfied with the size of the device. If you want to go to regular iPhone, don’t rush, you’ll decide in the fall. You will always have time to sell the 6s Plus.

iPhone 7

Worst buy today. Yes, over the past six months the device has fallen in price by about 10%, but this is not a reason to purchase it a month and a half before the presentation of the new iPhone. In any case, in September you can buy an iPhone 7 cheaper or get a brand new flagship a little more expensive.

If buying an iPhone 5s or iPhone 6 can be justified in some cases, then taking the “seven” makes no sense.

An iPhone 7 purchased now will drop in price by 20-30% in 3 months.

iPhone 7 Plus

An overrated model in every sense. Yes, there is a cool camera with portrait mode, and you can get a cool bokeh effect in your photo, but it’s clearly not worth $1000.

For show-off, an ordinary “seven” is enough, you’ll save 10 thousand. And for the role of a phablet it is better to choose 6s Plus, the price difference is even more significant.

Again, do not forget that this smartphone will become cheaper than anyone else in the near future. You won’t learn how to use it and successfully throw it away in six months or a year.

A guide to choosing the right iPhone model in 2017.

“Which iPhone should I buy?” - one of the most frequently asked questions among fans of Apple technology. If you are in doubt about which iPhone you should choose in the fall and winter of 2017, this material will definitely help you decide.

When choosing an iPhone, much depends on the buyer’s capabilities and his requirements for the smartphone. In this article, we have covered all the most common criteria, thanks to which most people will be able to choose their iPhone model.

If you don't have enough money

The best budget choice among Apple smartphones has remained the same for months. This is a device that has not been officially sold for a long time, but retailers, including authorized ones, still have it in stock. You can buy an iPhone 5s with 16 GB memory in June 2017 for 8 432 rub.

They're asking a little for the iPhone 5s, but is it worth the gamble? Before purchasing, take a few facts into account:

iPhone 5s is still fast. With the arrival and at all flies .
The iPhone 5s supports and, most likely, will have support for iOS 12. The smartphone will be relevant for another 1-2 years.
iPhone 5s allows you to do great pictures, even despite “only” an 8-megapixel camera.

Bottom line. Buy an iPhone 5s if money is tight and you can’t hesitate to purchase a smartphone. If there is an opportunity to wait and save up several thousand, then your choice is below.

If you have a little more money

At the end of April, the price of the iPhone SE fell sharply in Russia, and at the beginning of June it was slightly adjusted downward. In September, after the presentation iPhone 8 , iPhone 8 Plus And iPhone X, price for iPhone SE dropped and Apple itself. However, in the company’s official store, the smartphone costs more than at its authorized retailers in Russia.

iPhone SE with 32 GB memory in September 2017 can be purchased for RUB 18,690. - simply a stunning price for such an advanced smartphone.

(review) and before the price reduction was considered one of best selections among Apple smartphones in 2017. Performance at iPhone level 6s, 12 megapixel camera, capable of shooting in 4K, 14 hours battery life in talk mode - all this made the iPhone SE perhaps the best smartphone in terms of price-quality ratio. After the price reduction, there is nothing to talk about - queues are lining up for the iPhone SE.

Bottom line. By buying an iPhone SE, you will stop thinking about the need to update your smartphone for 3-4 years. This is an incredibly powerful device in a compact body and with a camera that takes great pictures. You should not take the iPhone SE if you are going somewhere more money, or the idea of using a 4-inch smartphone does not appeal to you.

If you need a larger display

In this case, you don’t have to think too much. There are several choices: iPhone 6/6 Plus, iPhone 6s/6s Plus, iPhone 7/7 Plus, iPhone 8/8 Plus and iPhone X. Each new generation is better than its predecessor, which is pretty obvious. Therefore, you need to start from your financial capabilities, since prices for large Apple smartphones from different years of production vary significantly.

The situation as of June 2017 looks like this:

iPhone 6 - from 23,990 rub. ( 11 710 rub. "like New").
iPhone 6 Plus - from RUB 27,399. ( 17 500 rub. "like New").
iPhone 6s - from RUB 33,990.
iPhone 6s Plus - from RUB 37,990.
iPhone 7 - from 39 690 rub.
iPhone 7 Plus - 48 390 rub.
iPhone 8 - from RUB 56,990.
iPhone 8 Plus - from RUB 64,990.
iPhone X - from RUB 79,990.

Bottom line. Look into your wallet, calculate how much you are willing to spend on a smartphone and choose a model that suits your pocket.

Our articles will help you study the issue in more detail:

If you need a better camera

Everything here is painfully simple. The best camera is . It is double, with double optical stabilization, optical zoom, an enlarged and accelerated matrix, improved support for the “Portrait” mode and other great characteristics. If you need an iPhone with the very best best camera, then, without a doubt, we recommend waiting until November 3 (then the iPhone X will go on sale) and purchasing this particular model.

Don't want to spend 79,990 rubles. on a smartphone, albeit with a great camera? There are two excellent options besides the iPhone X. This is either the iPhone 7 Plus or the iPhone 8 Plus. Both smartphones are equipped dual camera, allowing you to take photos in ultra-high quality and shoot 4K video. Of course, the iPhone 8 Plus camera is better, since the smartphone is a year older. It has dual optical stabilization (on both lenses), improved capabilities when shooting in Portrait mode, new processor image processing and larger sensors. Once again, we note that both cameras take excellent pictures, so you should choose based on your financial capabilities.

The best option in terms of price-quality ratio in Russian realities is the iPhone SE.

If you need a lot of space

If you want to solve the issue of free space in your smartphone memory once and for all, take a closer look at the following models (again, it all depends on the capabilities):

iPhone SE 128 GB - RUB 25,490.
iPhone 6s 128 GB - RUB 40,990.
iPhone 7 256 GB - RUB 58,890. ( 31 700 rub. "like New").
iPhone 8 256 GB - RUB 68,990.
iPhone 8 Plus 256 GB - RUB 76,990.
iPhone X 256 GB - RUB 91,990.

If you don't want to charge your iPhone every day

Plus versions of iPhones have better battery life. Moreover, it is noticeably better, the difference is almost twofold. Therefore, there are currently five winners in this category: iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X. Each more new model has an increased battery life, but again, you should choose based on the capabilities of your wallet.

We also note that buying an iPhone second-hand if you want to charge your smartphone as rarely as possible is not recommended. If the offer is too tempting, be sure to check the condition of the battery before purchasing. in this manner(or this).

Which iPhone should I buy for my mom?

iPhone SE. It will fit well in your hand, will please you with its pleasant pink color and will not put a big dent in your pocket.

If you're tired of wires

iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X have support wireless charging Qi standard. It is enough to place any of these smartphones with its glass “back” on a charging dock of this type and charging will begin. However, you will have to buy the charger separately. However, this is not a minus at all. None of the major manufacturers include a charging dock with smartphones, it just so happens.

If you want to surprise

iPhone X. The radically updated iPhone will make colleagues, friends, and just those around you turn around and look at the smartphone with an almost completely frameless Super Retina HD display in your hands. The latest iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will also be able to surprise with their glass cases, but the effect will be much weaker than that of the iPhone X.

If you want the coolest iPhone

And again iPhone X. Apple's flagship of 2017 - best smartphone, ever released by the company. By design, by characteristics, by all basically possible parameters.

What Apple smartphones are on sale?

At the end of 2017, a limited number of iPhone models are officially sold in Russia - namely:

All of these gadgets are available in the Apple online store. The iPhone 6 is not in the catalog on the website - the model is considered too outdated - however, this device, like the iPhone 5S, is still distributed by resellers.

Don’t forget about Avito and other platforms for selling used items. On such portals you can purchase “Apple” devices of the 5th, 4th and even 3rd generations, perfectly preserved and at a reasonable price. However, before you buy an old Apple phone, you should think twice about it. Using applications on such a device will be problematic at best, and completely impossible at worst. iPhone 4 cannot be updated to iOS 8, but this is the version of the operating system that many programs from the AppStore require as a minimum. Models 4S and 5 are updated to modern versions of iOS, but after the upgrade they begin to lag annoyingly.

When purchasing an iPhone from a little-known, suspicious store or secondhand, you should carefully check the device. The exact measures that need to be taken are described in our article on.

Which iPhone is better for a photographer to buy?

Apple has never been in the race for megapixels, wisely believing that improving the quality of photos can be done by more than just resolution. Even the latest Apple phones have 12-megapixel modules - by the standards of 2017, this is a very average figure. At the same time, iPhones have always shot at least as well as their closest competitors.

Photography lovers should purchase Plus.

And we will now explain why. It would be logical to advise buying the iPhone X, which has a dual 12-megapixel module with a wide-angle lens (f/1.8) and a telephoto lens (f/2.4). However, this gadget does not take photographs so much better than the G8 that you would overpay 15 thousand rubles for it. The iPhone 8 Plus with the same resolution has a wide-angle lens similar in terms of aperture, but a weaker telephoto lens with an aperture of f/2.8. U iPhone cameras 7 Plus has exactly the same characteristics, but the “eight” has a larger matrix – thanks to this, the camera captures more light, provides excellent color rendition and does not allow any noise.

Here's an example of a photo taken on an iPhone 8 Plus by CNET photographer James Martin in the San Francisco area:

Which iPhone has the best battery life?

For a user who prioritizes autonomy mobile device, we will also recommend buying the iPhone 8 Plus. But don’t rush to accuse us of bias - our advice is not subjective, it is based on statistics provided by experts mobile market and the manufacturer himself.

Here is some information about the autonomy of Apple devices posted on the official Apple website:

	iPhone 8	iPhone 8 Plus	iPhone X
During conversation
When surfing the Internet
When playing a video

It is noted that the “eights” work approximately the same as their “predecessors” of the 7th generation (corresponding in size). The iPhone X is said to have a battery life of 2 hours longer than the iPhone 7. The values provided by Apple suggest that the iPhone X and iPhone 8 Plus are similar in terms of battery life, although many experts believe that this is not the case: "X" has a larger display and slim body, which simply could not accommodate a capacious battery, so in comparison with the 8 Plus it will certainly be inferior.

Of the outdated models, most are praised for their autonomy iPhone SE– even though its battery capacity is only 1,642 mAh.

Experts from the TechRadar portal recognized the SE model as the “champion” in terms of price-autonomy ratio. Testing made it possible to determine that at maximum load the gadget will last 4 hours 7 minutes. iPhone 7 Plus showed top scores, 4 hours 14 minutes (which is obvious - it has almost twice as much battery), however, this device costs much more - 7 “extra” minutes of autonomy in this case clearly does not pay off.

Which iPhone should someone who values compactness choose?

If the user wants to be able to operate the gadget with one hand, he should definitely opt for the iPhone SE with a 4-inch screen diagonal. Although this smartphone is considered outdated, it is still in great demand - especially after its price dropped to 19 thousand rubles. The key to popularity is its advanced hardware: the SE model is productive, takes great photos, and holds a charge for a long time. Oh yes, and the design is simply gorgeous!

Other iPhones on official sale, unfortunately, cannot boast of compactness. iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 devices have display diagonals of 4.7 inches. Plus models are larger - they have 5.5-inch screens. iPhone X is generally a giant: 5.8 inches.

Apple plans to release three new smartphones next year, including a 5.5-inch iPhone with a Galaxy S7 edge-style curved OLED display on both sides, Nikkei reports. The other two models will receive 4.7- and 5.5-inch LCD displays, respectively.

There will be no complete transition to OLED

Nikkei confirmed earlier concerns that only one new iPhone model in 2017 will receive an OLED display. Previously, it was assumed that this model would be the 5.5-inch iPhone 8 Plus, however, now we are talking about the so-called Pro version.

The reason why Apple won't be able to equip all of its new iPhones in 2017 OLED displays are in supply shortage. Manufacturers are simply not able to produce such a huge number of display panels required by Apple, which is why the American corporation will make a complete transition to a new type of display only in 2018. At least that's what rumors indicate.

What will the iPhone Pro be like?

The Proshka will differ from other 2017 iPhone models not only by its curved OLED display. According to rumors, the premium version will also receive an improved version of the A11 processor and increased RAM.

Let us recall that earlier the iPhone Pro with a 5.8-inch display appeared in the press every now and then. If you believe the latest data from Nikkei, the display diagonal of the firmware will be the same as the Plus version. Apple has not yet decided to experiment in this regard.

Glass body

As for the redesign, all new iPhone models should receive it. Thus, each version of the new Apple smartphones will have an all-glass body, which has been predicted for new products for several months now.

Not long ago, Nikkei also confirmed information about Apple's plans to release new iPhones in glass cases. The publication referred to its own source at Foxconn, where the development of the housings has already begun. But the release of the 2017 iPhone is still more than a year away. Apparently, Apple is taking a serious bet on new smartphones.

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