The iPhone XR is the lowest of the group, and it’s also the most affordable iPhone of 2018. When compared to the 2021 iPhone iteration: iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Mini, the iPhone XR starts at $449.
Although the smartphone differs slightly from the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max in order to reduce costs, it nevertheless feels like the iPhone X of 2017.
A single back camera, less RAM, lower resolution, and a transition from OLED to LED are among the downsides. The smartphone, however, retains the same flagship SoC as the other versions.
iPhone XR Key Specs and Features
- 6.1-inch IPS LCD Display, 828 x 1792 pixels (326 ppi)
- iOS 12, upgradeable to iOS 13
- Octa-core Apple Bionic 12 CPU
- 3GB RAM
- 64GB / 128GB / 256GB Built-in Storage, no Memory Card Support
- 12MP Rear Camera
- 7MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE
- Face ID
- IP68 Waterproof and Dustproof
- Qi Wireless Charging
- Fast Charging (15W)
- 2942 mAh Non Removable Li-ion Battery
You might also be interested in iPhones from the previous generation, such as the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus. With the release of the iPhone XR, they will become more inexpensive.
Design and Display
With large surrounding bezels and the same metallic frame as the iPhone X, the iPhone XR looks every bit like a flagship.
The bezels around the screen, on the other hand, are a little thicker, and it’s a little chunkier. It’s also dust and water resistant, with an IP67 rating similar to last year’s iPhone X.
In contrast to the IP68 certification on the iPhone XS and XS Max, the iPhone XR can stay in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. Scratch-resistant glass and an oleophobic coating help to keep smudges at bay.
The switch from OLED to LCD, which was made to save money, resulted in a significant loss in resolution.
When compared to the iPhone XS, the iPhone XR is larger, but not as large as the iPhone XS Max. The display is 6.1 inches in size and has a resolution of 828 x 1792 pixels, with the typical notch.
The smartphone does not have a 3D Touch display, but it does have a True-tone display.
Battery and Camera
There’s no word on the iPhone XR’s battery capacity yet, but you should expect it to last a full day. You can expect a typical efficient power consumption on it because it uses the same chipset as the others. In addition, rapid charging is still available, and Qi wireless charging is still supported.
The elimination of the additional telephoto camera is a significant and visible difference. This means no more 2x lossless zoom, but it can still shoot amazing portrait images with the bokeh effect adjustable.
The single f/1.8 aperture 12MP camera remains the same, as does the Truedepth 7MP front camera.
Hardware and Software
To be honest, the iPhone XR is a good deal, especially since it will have the same Neural engine as the more expensive models.
When it comes to flagship performance, the Bionic 12 CPU is the genuine deal. Even if the smartphone’s RAM has been lowered to 3GB, you can still anticipate top-notch performance.
The iPhone XR does not have a 512GB storage option, but it does have 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB storage options. Along with Apple Pay, Siri assistant, and AI optimization, iOS 12 is included.
iPhone XR Price and Availability
In Nigeria, the iPhone XR starts at 196,000 Naira. At top online retailers, the iPhone XR starts at roughly $278. Apple stated the iPhone XR price will now start at $599 upon the debut of the iPhone 11 series in September 2019, making it the most cheap iPhone still in production.
Pre-orders for the iPhone XR commenced on October 19, 2018, with on-the-shelf purchases beginning on October 26. The smartphone’s 64GB model costs $749 (271, 000 Naira), the 128GB model costs $799 (290, 000 Naira), and the 256GB model costs $899. (325, 000 Naira).