Company devices Apple for many years they have been considered top-end and have great amount fans around the globe. And after leaving iPhone 6 the previous flagships have noticeably fallen in price, so many of them finally move from empty dreams to action and go to buy a smartphone apple iphone 5s 16gb, but in the store, when choosing, eyes begin to scatter, because this leader of the previous line is presented in several colors at once.
And immediately the question is, how much does it cost apple iphone 5 fades into the background, because the most important thing is to choose from 3 options - the only one. The company released the very first phone only in black color, it was very similar to the apple ipad mini retina tablet, and only then the Apple management decided to add another neutral color - White... And in 2013, when the corporation presented its next novelty, fans were surprised by the expansion of the color palette, because now instead of black-gray and white-silver flagships stood next to golden... And if the male representatives were not at a loss, then many women immediately thought, and the phone, what color is now better to choose.
Three models have official names Space gray, Gold and Silver... The most popular are the dark “space gray” smartphones, because this is a familiar and universal color. By the way, the price of these smartphones apple iphone 5s 16gb in Kazakhstan is slightly lower than the other two models. According to statistics over 40% of sales come from dark phones... Silver-white accounted for 30%, but the champagne iPhone 5 is not very popular and its sales rate was only 27% of the total. But why exactly the gray model, similar to the Blackberry smartphone, has become the undisputed leader? The reason is that this color is close to universal and is equally suitable for both male and female half. But all the other models are most likely bought exclusively by women, because in their hands gadgets of any color look great.
Gold-colored iPhones are often purchased by business people, because a phone of such a noble color is ideal for their status. But it's worth noting that the colors are only on the back of the phone and when using the case it will be almost imperceptible which of the three models presented. Therefore, men can also safely buy themselves a light-colored phone and not think about whether it suits him or not. I would like to note that the new iPhones received high-quality coverage, unlike their predecessors, whose owners often complained about the unaesthetic appearance of the phone case over time.
iPhone 5s is a big event in the world of smartphones. Therefore, many reviews and "test drives" are devoted to him. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with a detailed analysis of the design and all the components so that you know what you will buy.
Smartphone kit
iPhone 5s received three colors: classic white (now called "silver" this color), black and gray (finally ended the era of black iPhones, on which paint constantly peeling) and bronze (which is officially called "Gold"). Choosing one of three colors, you will receive the smartphone itself in a box, complete documentation for it, a headset, a case for it and a device that makes it easy to remove the SIM card.
What has become better in the design and hardware of the 5s, if we compare it with the fifth iPhone: improved coating (paint now does not fly off even from impacts on the floor), the camera fully functions even in the dark, a revolutionary TouchID appeared, a super-powerful A7 processor.
Design and construction
Externally, the iPhone 5s looks pretty much the same as the original iPhone 5. But the front features an updated steel-rimmed Home button, while the back features a dual LED flash. Taking a quick glance at it, distinguishing 5s is not an easy task. The physical dimensions of the smartphone remained the same: arrangement of elements, dimensions, display size and aspect ratio. The sides and front panel are strewn with elements, and on the back there is still only the camera module. The body is made of aluminum and glass, the side edging is made with a special resistant paint and dusting.
The main pride of the new iPhone is its colors. After all, now we can choose colors that were not previously provided: white (silver), black-gray (Space Gray) and, of course, gold (Gold). It should be said that all the colors are perfectly matched. White looks classic and calm - this gadget will suit all things. Black and gray looks stylish and masculine, a great choice for those who prefer suits. And gold is unusual and pleasant, plus this color is that the tones in it are soft and not oversaturated with flashiness.
Perfect iPhone 5
Probably everything has already been said about the updated design of the iPhone 5s, it seems to be clear that the design is almost identical to the "five". But there is one "but" that is worth your attention. iPhone 5s can be called the perfect smartphone among other Apple gadgets. After all, it corrected many design and casing errors that the original fifth iPhone had.
Probably the main and noticeable change is the color. She is holding up much better now than before. Even tactile sensations allow us to understand that the spraying is better than in the fifth iPhone. During the tests, the 5s did not show any "lines". For example, the iPhone 5 has lost its appearance for many users in six months, and this is given the fact that many people shake over their gadgets and carry it in a case. Interestingly, the side part in the fifth iPhone donates its paint first.
Apart from the paint, all the keys on the iPhone are much higher, which can be seen even by the "Home" button with a steel rim. The key travel is now firmer and more precise than the previous model. By the way, the Home key has been transformed by installing a Touch ID sensor on it. The volume keys, the sleep / wake button, and the lever for switching the iPhone to silent mode have also become much better. Of course, before the elements of the iPhone were at a high level, but now their quality has become even higher.
In general, we wanted to convey that the tactile sensations of the 5s are much more pleasantly perceived than the iPhone 5. Probably, Apple should have made such a level in the previous model, but apparently something did not work out. It's good that this company knows how to admit their mistakes and quickly eliminate them.
Popularity of flowers
Despite the fact that on the Internet they write that the iPhone with a gold case is the most difficult to find, the statistics show completely different results. It turns out that the world's most popular smartphone is in Space Gray.
Consumer Intelligence Research Partners concluded that the "space gray" iPhone accounted for 43% of sales. The second place is occupied by the classic white, which for some reason was called silver, - he gained 30%. And the discussed Gold gained only 27%. This is a paradox, isn't it?
Similar results were shown by the sales of the iPhone 5c, as a result of which it was found that the most popular 5c color is blue, which gained 27% of sales. The white variant 5c received 25%, the green variant received 21%, and pink color only 20%. Most of all, users did not like the yellow iPhone, only 7% of customers bought it.
True, this company did not indicate for which countries statistics were made. Indeed, in the CIS countries, the new iPhone began to be sold quite recently. In any case, 5s is a real breakthrough in the creation of smartphones.
We took our iPhone 5s on the second day after the start of sales and decided not to rush anywhere. Twisted, twisted, tested. This is a review of the 16GB white version. Go!
S
It seemed that the standard update cycle for Apple products had already outlived its usefulness. When competitors grab more and more market share, Cupertino steadily bend its line and pretend not to notice anything. This is not at all the case - and the fact that we witnessed the announcement of the iPhone 5c says a lot about the company's attempt to adapt to the new realities and challenges of the market.
The iPhone 5s is a real upgrade from the previous generation of Apple smartphones, which many more potential buyers have a heart for. There is a new gray-black option, as well as two new whites - one of which is “gold”. To buy one, regardless of the country on the day of the start of sales, was akin to incredible luck, but white devices in many stores soon became scarce. They brought us exactly the white one, and Arthur and I, being the owners of the white iPhone 5, were only happy about that.
This is what the kit of the new smartphone looked like. Everything is as usual: charging, Lightning cable, Earpods headset with microphone and volume control, a clip for the SIM card tray and a few reference papers. The main thing is the iPhone 5s itself.
Details in details
A person far from the world of technology will take a look at the 5s and conclude that it is exactly a copy of the iPhone 5. In principle, it is difficult to argue with this. The same wonderful and thin metal body with two glass panels at the bottom and top. Elongated profile and minimalist bezel that frames the display by 4 inches. The formula “do not touch while it works” here played to its fullest, and it would not be very reasonable to blame Apple for this. But I want to.
In fact, the difference between the iPhone 5 and the iPhone 5s is noticeable from all sides and edges except the very bottom. The first thing that caught my eye was the new design of the volume and lock buttons. In the iPhone 5, the place of their installation was framed by a notch slightly bigger size than the key itself. Because of this, after a month or two, dirt and dust were clogged there, regardless of how carefully you handle the phone. In the iPhone 5s, these buttons appear to be "glued" to the top of the case. The pros of the solution, I think, are clear to everyone, but there can be no downsides here: these buttons are pressed in the same way as before. We also felt that the color of the SIM card tray was much more consistent with the color of the case than it was before. But we could not capture this in the photograph, since the difference is visible only in dynamics.
All smartphones of the “s” series to some extent corrected the design and visual flaws of the previous models. This is true. Apple is rumored to have tweaked its paint technology to minimize the problem of paint rubbing off the edges of the device. It is likely that it was because of her that the infamous black version of the smartphone disappeared from sale. White was not susceptible to this problem and therefore became a real alternative even for those who previously considered her exclusively female: after six months of active use, a black iPhone looks disgusting, and it is better to walk with a white, but “perfect”-looking than with a black and as if killed "in the trash". Either way, the white models 5 and 5s match the hue of the case metal completely.
Another visual modification is the new camera-microphone-flash unit on the back. The camera, for example, has lost its shiny bezel, and now its protective glass occupies the entire “groove” in the back. The microphone hole changed shape from a “pill” to a regular hole-dot. But the flash has become "oval": now there are two LEDs of different light temperature, which adjusts the color of the photo to a more realistic one, especially if there are faces in the frame.
Finally, the permanent text “iPhone” on the back is now in Helvetica Neue with Ultra Light. Particularly impressionable owners upgrading from an iPhone 5 will have to get used to the new state of affairs - and to iOS 7, from where this font got widespread.
Video review
Hardware and iOS 7. Upgrade for the future
Nobody believed in the prospect of a 64-bit processor in the iPhone 5s. And now we are holding it in our hands, managing a 64-bit operating system and 64-bit applications. If you think that the transition to a new bit depth has changed something, I hasten to disappoint: iOS 7 on the "esque" looks exactly the same as on the usual "five". System programs like "Weather" open and load somewhere 25-35 percent faster, but in general do not show a really big increase in apparent performance. This is because the iPhone 5 still works great with iOS 7, and the difference between 15 milliseconds and 25 milliseconds is not significant enough for 99% of users. The only exception is Safari, which opens pages faster by at least a third. This is especially noticeable on "heavy" sites with a complex layout and a large number of images.
Under the metal hood of the iPhone 5s is a dual-core A7 processor with a frequency of 1.3 gigahertz, 1 gigabyte random access memory, a new optional M7 chip for processing position data, and a very powerful PowerVR Series 6 “Rogue” triple-core video processor. Which of the above really tells you something? Most likely only the size of the RAM: it hasn't changed since the iPhone 5, which is a little frustrating.
Otherwise, the owners of the iPhone 5s can safely poke their device into the faces of the owners of absolutely everyone else. mobile devices especially on Android OS. Based on the results of numerous tests, the A7 dual-core processor outperforms all existing and marketed analogues for mobile devices. Even Samsung's 4-core designs don't deliver the same performance on the system. Simply put, this is one of the most powerful mobile gadgets today: only the new LG G2 smartphone can compare with it, and sometimes not in favor of the latter. By the way, Infinity Blade III really works better on iPhone 5s, but the bug with a long load, which was "cured" on iOS 7, is not resolved on iOS 7.0.1, released specifically for the iPhone 5s and 5c. But how beautiful this game looks! Screenshots are clickable:
iPhone 5
iPhone 5s
And how innovations affect work operating system? Today, in the fall of 2013, almost nothing. But only today. This story repeats itself from year to year. A new iPhone is released that is slightly faster than the old one. Over the next 12 months, new firmwares, new functions and new applications appear, more and more demanding on performance. By the day the next model of Apple's smartphone is released, the difference in real performance between the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s will definitely be much greater. And then the slogan 5s, Thinking ahead, starts to sound much more interesting.
64-bit architecture does not play such a big role in the performance of devices, as long as they do not have a lot of RAM - from 4 gigabytes. But already now, developers are forced to adapt their new projects to a fresh processor, which means that the difference in the capabilities and speed of programs and games may become more noticeable. Adaptation lies solely on the shoulders of each developer, and until the most famous programs are rewritten for a new processor, the advantages of the new hardware will be really noticeable only in synthetic tests, "benchmarks". All this means that by buying an iPhone 5s to replace the iPhone 5, you are primarily investing in a cloudless future and maximum iOS performance for a year or two ahead.
But it is much more likely that you actually just want to poke at the Touch ID sensor :)
LTE
We have tested. iPhone 5s does not work in Russian lte networks. It does not depend on the model number and country of origin of the iPhone. Apparently, Apple has blocked such a possibility for Russia for one of its guided reasons, although in the specifications on the Apple.com website, the working frequency numbers coincide with ours.
Camera and Touch ID
In our harsh opinion, upgrading from iPhone 5 to iPhone 5s is possible solely because of the new camera. We'll skip the technical details because most owners won't be interested in them. Better to pay attention to an absolutely indisputable fact: 5s shoots in the dark much, MUCH better than all previous iPhones. Left iPhone 5, right iPhone 5s:
The difference is striking: where the “five” turns the black sky into a dance of multi-colored pixels-artifacts, the “eska” shows really black color without interference that spoils the final photo. This is the advantage of the larger camera sensor, and, unlike the senseless race for megapixels, this approach really deserves respect. Remember how many of your photos were taken in low light conditions - evenings at home, cafes and clubs with dim lights, food in a restaurant and cat faces indoors. Now all this will look better not only in Instagram and In contact with, but also simply on the screen, computer and even more so on paper. And if you remember that the new camera is capable of shooting video with the effect of "time dilation" ...
The double flash did not leave any vivid impressions, because the difference in the photo with it turned out to be small in normal conditions shooting. It works best when there are people in the frame: the skin color looks more realistic, because the iPhone 5s adjusts the flash color in advance to what is happening in the frame. But ordinary shots, for example, of subjects, look exactly the same with the new flash. But having a function is always better than not having it. And if you are going to photograph people against the backdrop of night cities, only the newest Nokia Lumia 1020 can compete with the iPhone 5s. Considering that its camera is considered the best among smartphones, this was a very serious compliment. And if you remember what size this camera is and compare it with that of an iPhone, then Apple can be proud of itself.
Touch ID
Touch ID- touch button - it was not by chance that we left it for the last. This feature, with the support of the media, has become the main feature of the iPhone 5s. It's hard to ignore this element of the case: the bezel of the Touch ID key shines in the light like the edges of an iPhone 5, and the round shape makes those reflections mesmerizing. The absence of the traditional “square” in the center of the Home button does not bother at all, and after a while it is generally perceived as a given. With Touch ID, the glare on the front of the iPhone looks great. In short, everything looks very good. And it is pressed too: tactilely the new button is very similar to that of the fifth generation iPod touch. I mean, her move is small, but clear and pronounced, and the click is a little sharper. It didn't get any worse, that's for sure.
To work with Touch ID, you need to set a numeric password on the system. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to use the biometric sensor in the button. The offer to set a password welcomes all new users even at the stage of first turning on and setting up the device, so in any case you will not miss anything. After creating a password, look in “Settings” - “General” - “Password and Fingerprint”.
Here in the Fingerprints menu, you can register up to 5 fingerprints at the same time - that is, up to five fingers. Experience shows that you must first add both thumb and both indicative: for when you hold your smartphone or when it just lies on the table. One remaining “slot” can be used for family and friends, or add a toe or a cat's paw there. In both cases, by the way, everything will work.
The process of adding a fingerprint to the smartphone's memory is simplified to the maximum. It is enough to follow the prompts on the screen, alternately placing and releasing your finger. At the same time, lines are gradually drawn in the image of the fingerprint. Once the entire virtual print turns red, you will be prompted to add a secondary touch option. To understand why you need it, pick up your iPhone right now and pay attention to where your thumb is. Most likely, it is closest to the button. But you will not be able to press the entire area of your finger on it while continuing to hold the smartphone in the palm of your hand. But sideways, that is, one of the sides of the fingertip - easily. It is for this alignment that there is a second stage of registration of the fingerprint. Thought over, well done.
By registering your fingerprint, you can skip entering your password every time you unlock or purchase content from iTunes and the App Store. It looks like this. You press the screen lock button or the Touch ID / Home key. The backlight of the screen lights up. You touch the sensor with your finger literally for a second - and let go. If the fingerprint coincides with the saved one, the smartphone is unlocked immediately, even at the moment of lifting the finger from the sensor. If an error occurs or the print does not fit, the word “retry” will be displayed. Three unsuccessful attempts fingerprint detection is blocking Touch ID functionality. This means that you will no longer be able to use this type of unlock until you manually enter your numeric password - or your Apple ID password if the problem occurred while trying to buy something. This is a protective measure.
The biometric sensor is not new to the electronics industry. It has been in many laptops and even smartphones before. But never before has it worked so steadily, and even more so it did not look so pretty. If the fingerprint is registered correctly - without haste - the sensor will detect it nine times out of ten. We noticed that the finger can be held on the sensor for literally half a second, so that it has time to identify the fingerprint. But for this, it must be clean and lie as best as possible on the sensor. By the way, the position of the finger itself does not matter at all: for example, Touch ID easily recognizes a touch and a fingerprint, even if you turn the smartphone upside down.
Touch ID functionality is strictly limited by lock and password upon purchase. On this moment the sensor is no longer used in any scenario. Even if the App Store asks you to confirm the details of the linked bank card, you will have to enter the password for your account the old fashioned way. We sincerely hope that one day this function will apply not only to all moments of entering passwords in system applications, but also in third-party applications. Imagine how great it would be if you did not need to remember your password in all services and sites: you just touched Touch ID and that's it. But this is not the case yet.
Output
iPhone 5s is correct iPhone 5. It inherits all the best from its predecessor: metal body, bright and realistic display, ultra-thin body and great design. A huge boost in performance, a great camera and the broadest prospects of the first convenient biometric sensor - these are the main advantages of the new model, apart from the expanded color gamut.
Small changes in the design of the case and fixing problems with color can push to update not only the owners of old iPhones, but also those who have used the “five” before. And against the background of the plastic iPhone 5c, there is a desire to immediately support a full-fledged metal product from Apple with a ruble. In six months, the difference between the old and the new smartphone will become much more noticeable. And then you are unlikely to regret updating.
black and white iPhone 5s
It happens with every person that after the purchase you will find out that there is exactly such a thing, but in a different light, which you like better. Now you have a question between the lights. What kind of light to take? But everyone chooses either according to the style of life or under the light of clothes, eyes, etc. And this applies to almost any thing and even the choice of a phone. Apple.
This phone has already entered our daily life as irreplaceable in any life situation, having established itself as a powerful, multifunctional device. Some people really can't live without help to help you sort all the trash into shelves and folders. For most users iPhone 5s in most cases, they use it as a player, but for someone it helps to solve multifunctional tasks, I'm not talking about a calendar for scheduling tasks. But all the same, when buying, you think about what kind of light you still need to take, although there are not so many of them (black, white, gold).
black and white iphone 5s
Outwardly, the devices are the same, they look, and the inner filling is the same, but still, they have their own advantages and disadvantages. Now I will tell you about them. When you hold both lights in your hands, it is white and black.
Your attention falls more on white, as well as those of others. Because it is bright and quickly catches the eye. When you walk down the street and pull it out of your pocket, it immediately grabs the attention of passers-by with its shiny body and pronounced logo Apple and people immediately understand what kind of phone it is.
As for the front part, the screen stands out very quickly from the metal case of the phone, and on the sides they have metal inserts. When in the store you will choose between the lights, try not to forget what the white has iPhone 5s paint will not peel off the sidewall, because white is not painted.
And many could notice that there are fewer fingerprints left on white and it gets dirty much less than in black light. On a dark one, as soon as you touch, there will be a fingerprint that is very noticeable.
Iphone 5s in a white case is suitable for those people who are energetic and bright people.
When choosing which light is more suitable for you, do not forget about dark light. iPhone 5s ... This light is more suitable for people who do not like to stand out from the crowd or people who do business. Since black light suits most wardrobe items and blends very well with a suit. The black light will be difficult to see if your phone is sticking out of your pocket. The only drawback of dark light is that it will start to creep out of the phone. And the screen almost completely merges with the front of the case. The back of the case is made in a matte style and looks good. The body is completely painted in black.
And yet, before you buy a phone, you should first go to the nearest store selling phones. Take both devices in hand, think about how it will look with your things and what kind of light is more pleasant for your eyes to perceive. If you are carrying no nose and often wear a jacket, then black light is your light. If you do not care and are more in an informal setting, take a white one.
We want to introduce you to one of the latest iPhone models, and more specifically, the iPhone 5s. This gadget is sold in different variations - different body colors and different memory sizes. In appearance, the iPhone 5s is similar to its fourth-generation predecessor, the iPhone 4 white. For the fifth generation, the designers also decided to make the color white, so you can choose between the iPhone 5 16gb white and the iPhone 5 32gb white. Apart from the amount of memory, these gadgets are no different.
Design
The main disadvantage of models with the ending "S" is the inheritance of the predecessor's design. And the white iPhone 5s is no exception. In any case, this is the opinion of the majority of users. But there are still changes in iPhone White. The body of the iPhone 5s differs from the iPhone 4 white in two elements - a dual LED flash and an updated Home button with a metal rim. The sides and back are now a single piece, cuts and edges have a mirror shine, due to high-quality polishing.
Tempered glass inserts are located at the top and bottom of the rear panel. These elements, on the one hand, are a decoration of the design, and on the other hand, they provide greater quality when transmitting signals through wireless modules. On the side faces, there are all the same familiar metal keys with a clear stroke, and the bottom panel is given over to speakers and ports. The only actionable element on the back of the case is the camera module.
Surely many users will be outraged and say that they have already seen all this in the iPhone 4 white and in the Apple iPhone 5 16gb white. But if everything is fine, if the design of this gadget is in great demand, then why change it in 5s white? Instead of changing the design, Apple decided to expand the color palette to three variations. The iPhone 5s can now have a white color, which has now been renamed "Silver", a black and gray color (which has come to replace black) and a new bronze color - "Gold". All three options look great, so it will be very problematic to highlight the best one. White 5s is versatile, black and gray is the most serious and masculine, while bronze pleases with a calm tone and does not repulse with catchiness.
Technical characteristics of the gadget
The screen, which received a white 5s, was inherited from the Apple iPhone 5 16gb white - the same 4-inch IPS matrix and a large resolution of 640x1136 with a pixel density of 326 ppi. Obviously, today it is hard to surprise someone with these numbers, but marketing aside, the screen characteristics of the iPhone 5 32gb white are at a high level. iPhone white has excellent viewing angles, the most detailed picture and balanced color reproduction without kinks in cold or warm tones.
Claims to the iPhone white can only be about the diagonal. For example, among gadgets on the Android OS, such sizes are already considered average, even budget devices receive large displays. But Apple holds its ground (although the firm has succumbed a little, moving from a 3.5-inch screen in the iPhone 4s 16gb white to a 4-inch screen in the iPhone 5 32gb white). But if you look objectively, the iPhone 5 32gb white fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, it is as compact as possible and the display area is enough for all types of tasks. Yes, it was possible to make the screen larger, but is it necessary?
What can boast of another white product from Apple? Speed, changes begin when you study the "insides" of the new white. The new gadget is equipped with a powerful A7 processor on 64-bit architecture, as well as an improved video chip. In various tests, the 5s white iron shows results that are twice the performance of the 5 iPhone. Now this model is one of the most powerful smartphones on the market.
But in practice, there are no applications of such power yet. Its potential is used by a photo and video camera, smoothness is still visible high level in iOS 7. At the moment, only one game can make the A7 processor work to its fullest - this is the Infinity Blade III. The same problem with the "motion processor" M7. This is an atypical element that first appeared in Apple devices. And he, too, cannot yet fully reveal his potential. The task of this processor is that it monitors the activity of the owner of the yafon white.
Representatives from Apple have so far named only a few uses for this new technology. Navigation software can use M7 data instead of frequent GPS calls. But the chip gives most of all the possibilities for "sports" software, which used to hang in the background and only consumed the battery. It is not yet known what other uses for the M7 will be. But the element is interesting in iPhone White.
iPhone 5s. Verdict
The White 5s is definitely worth the money. Only a new Apple product does not qualify as a “new model”. This is a classic update, the same white iphone, only strengthened in 3 directions: photo and video capabilities, performance and data safety due to the emergence of a fingerprint service. But if you compare our white 5s with the same iPhone 4 8gb white, the difference is enormous. The appearance of new colors should delight Apple users, for whom the style of the gadget is one of the main requirements.
The main thing is to understand for yourself how much you need these parameters. For example, the potential of powerful hardware in the new Apple model at the moment cannot be realized without games, photo and video editors. The appearance of a finger scanner was necessary for those who had really important information on their mobile phone that needed protection. The camera was already good, but now it has become even better, plus there is a slow motion mode. If we compare the photo with the iPhone 4 8gb white and the iPhone 5s, then the difference is huge.
We would advise you to consider replacing your old Apple smartphone with a brand new white 5s if gaming and working with complex video editors are important to you. At the moment, it is best smartphone from Apple.