The iPhone 5 Review: A New Era of Innovation

As I hold the iPhone 5 in my hand, the first thing that strikes me is its significant weight reduction and size decrease. It's 20% lighter and 18% thinner than its predecessor, making it a joy to carry around. The new design features an aluminum backing with glass on both the top and bottom, which not only adds to its sleek appearance but also provides a premium feel in the hand. Although I plan to use a case most of the time, the iPhone 5 feels solid and well-crafted, making it a pleasure to hold.

Looking at the back of the phone, we can see the new micro SIM port on the right-hand side, which is another innovative feature introduced with the iPhone 5. The combination of aluminum and glass creates a reduced sticking effect, allowing for a smoother user experience. The new design language of Apple has been carried over from previous models, resulting in a consistent look that exudes elegance.

The bottom of the phone features a new lightning port, which is all digital and reversible. This means that users can insert the SIM card or charging cable either way, eliminating the frustration of dealing with non-standard ports. The headphone jack is also located on the bottom left-hand side, making it easy to access without having to remove any other parts of the phone.

The iPhone 5 comes equipped with Apple's A6 chip, which is twice as fast as the A5 chip found in previous models. This results in smoother performance and better overall user experience. As I launch Asphalt 7, a popular racing game, it becomes clear that the A6 chip provides a significant boost in gaming performance. The graphics are sharp and detailed, making for an enjoyable and immersive gaming experience.

One of the standout features of the iPhone 5 is its impressive 4G LTE speeds. According to Apple, the phone can achieve download speeds of up to 34 Mbps, which is significantly faster than my home internet connection. This means that users can enjoy seamless video streaming, fast downloads, and quicker browsing without any interruptions.

The battery life of the iPhone 5 has also been improved, with users able to get through almost three days of standby time before needing to recharge. When using the phone for extended periods, I was able to make it last around two days on a single charge. While this may not be as long-lasting as some other phones on the market, it's still a significant improvement over previous models.

The camera capabilities of the iPhone 5 have also been enhanced, with the ability to shoot in stunning 720p HD video. I took several photos throughout my review session, and the results were impressive. The camera app is intuitive and easy to use, making it simple for users to capture high-quality images without any fuss.

Another new feature introduced with the iPhone 5 is the panorama mode. While this may not be something that everyone will use regularly, it's a nice touch that adds another layer of creativity to the phone's camera capabilities. I was able to take some impressive panoramic shots, which can then be shared on social media or saved as desktop wallpapers.

In addition to its improved camera features, the iPhone 5 also includes a new front-facing HD camera, which is perfect for users who want to record videos or take selfies. This feature adds an extra layer of convenience to the phone's design, making it more user-friendly and enjoyable to use.

The removal of the YouTube app from iOS 6 has been replaced with Apple's new maps application, although some users may still miss the traditional mapping service. The new Maps app has its own set of features, including a 3D mode that allows users to see their surroundings in more detail. While it's not as comprehensive as Google Maps, it still provides a solid alternative for navigation.

The question remains: should you upgrade from your iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 to the new iPhone 5? The answer is straightforward: if you want the latest and greatest features, including faster 4G LTE speeds and a sleeker design, then the iPhone 5 is an excellent choice. However, if you're happy with your current phone and don't need any of these upgrades, it may be worth saving your money for future releases.

Ultimately, the iPhone 5 represents a new era of innovation from Apple, offering users faster performance, improved camera capabilities, and sleeker design all wrapped up in one convenient package. Whether or not you decide to upgrade depends on your individual needs and preferences, but with its impressive features and user-friendly interface, the iPhone 5 is certainly worth considering.

What do you think about the iPhone 5? Have any questions or concerns about this new release? Let us know in the comments below!

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enwhat's going on guys this Brandon here BB iPod touchup to be giving you guys my iPhone 5 review now the first thing you notice when you get the iPhone 5 in your hand is that is 20% lighter and 18% thinner and you can definitely feel the difference now the all new design features an aluminum backing with glass on the top and the bottom and also we have the micro SIM port on the right hand side which are two new things to the iPhone 5 as you see that new aluminum in the middle and the glass on the top and bottom allows for Less stickiness on the back and overall a great feel in the hand although I will be using a case most of the time now at the bottom we have the new lightning port and the headphone jack is now on the bottom left hand side as you see I am plugging in the lightning Port right here it is all digital so it will not it is reversible and it will not Jam like the other one so you will be able to put it in either way and there is the headphone jack on the bottom as well of course we have the A6 chip which is twice as fast as the A5 chip in the 4S and as you see games run very smoothly and this is Asphalt 7 which is a great game recommend you pick it up as you see the great graphics everything runs smooth and it is definitely very fun to play games on this new iPhone 5 now the 4G LTE speeds are incredible as you see this is what from my previous video and we get incredible speeds which are way better than my home internet and probably faster than a lot of people's home internet 34 down 18 up is incredible now the battery life is also great I was able to get through almost 3 days of standby and I use the phone for about 2 days straight without charging it so of course we have the new camera which runs very smooth as you see I'm taking a bunch of pictures at a time and it does shoot in 720p HD we also have the new panorama mode which I don't see myself using that much but some people may get a use out of it you can also now take pictures while you're recording a video which again is something I won't do but some people may of course we have the new front-facing HD camera which is big for a lot of people maybe if you wanted to Vlog and things like that now in iOS 6 they did take out the YouTube app but you can download it in the App Store also they took out Google Maps and replaced it with Apple's new maps application which isn't really as good as Google maps in my opinion you do have the 3D mode down there and everything but I don't see it being as good as Google Maps I did use it for a while and I revert it back to Google Maps now the big question should you upgrade from the 3Gs the 4 or the 4S to the iPhone 5 and I have multiple different takes if you have the iPhone 3GS or the iPhone 4 I'd say you definitely should upgrade to the iPhone 5 the fast 4G speeds the A6 chip the retina display the design everything is going to be such a big upgrade for you and you will definitely definitely be happy with your iPhone 5 upgrade if you have a 3Gs or 4 now if you have a 4S I'd say definitely not to upgrade because the only huge difference is the 4G LTE speeds and the A6 chip which the A6 chip doesn't really make a huge differ it is twice as fast but the 4S is fast as it is is and also the iPhone 4S the 3G is pretty fast uh but the 4G is actually a lot faster and that's a reason I'd see a lot of people upgrading just for the 4G LTE speeds so I'd say if you need the 4G LTE speeds and you want the 4G LTE speeds uh then I'd say to definitely upgrade but if you not really if you don't really care about the 4glt speeds and you don't need that fast of a phone and that fast of 4G speeds then I'd say to stay with the 4S and save your money up for the new iPhone which who knows when that's coming out but I definitely say to save your money so let me know down in the comments guys what you thought of this review and if you have the iPhone 5 let me know what you think and if you agree with the review or disagree I'm open to all comments also make sure to give this video a thumbs up and I'll catch you guys later peacewhat's going on guys this Brandon here BB iPod touchup to be giving you guys my iPhone 5 review now the first thing you notice when you get the iPhone 5 in your hand is that is 20% lighter and 18% thinner and you can definitely feel the difference now the all new design features an aluminum backing with glass on the top and the bottom and also we have the micro SIM port on the right hand side which are two new things to the iPhone 5 as you see that new aluminum in the middle and the glass on the top and bottom allows for Less stickiness on the back and overall a great feel in the hand although I will be using a case most of the time now at the bottom we have the new lightning port and the headphone jack is now on the bottom left hand side as you see I am plugging in the lightning Port right here it is all digital so it will not it is reversible and it will not Jam like the other one so you will be able to put it in either way and there is the headphone jack on the bottom as well of course we have the A6 chip which is twice as fast as the A5 chip in the 4S and as you see games run very smoothly and this is Asphalt 7 which is a great game recommend you pick it up as you see the great graphics everything runs smooth and it is definitely very fun to play games on this new iPhone 5 now the 4G LTE speeds are incredible as you see this is what from my previous video and we get incredible speeds which are way better than my home internet and probably faster than a lot of people's home internet 34 down 18 up is incredible now the battery life is also great I was able to get through almost 3 days of standby and I use the phone for about 2 days straight without charging it so of course we have the new camera which runs very smooth as you see I'm taking a bunch of pictures at a time and it does shoot in 720p HD we also have the new panorama mode which I don't see myself using that much but some people may get a use out of it you can also now take pictures while you're recording a video which again is something I won't do but some people may of course we have the new front-facing HD camera which is big for a lot of people maybe if you wanted to Vlog and things like that now in iOS 6 they did take out the YouTube app but you can download it in the App Store also they took out Google Maps and replaced it with Apple's new maps application which isn't really as good as Google maps in my opinion you do have the 3D mode down there and everything but I don't see it being as good as Google Maps I did use it for a while and I revert it back to Google Maps now the big question should you upgrade from the 3Gs the 4 or the 4S to the iPhone 5 and I have multiple different takes if you have the iPhone 3GS or the iPhone 4 I'd say you definitely should upgrade to the iPhone 5 the fast 4G speeds the A6 chip the retina display the design everything is going to be such a big upgrade for you and you will definitely definitely be happy with your iPhone 5 upgrade if you have a 3Gs or 4 now if you have a 4S I'd say definitely not to upgrade because the only huge difference is the 4G LTE speeds and the A6 chip which the A6 chip doesn't really make a huge differ it is twice as fast but the 4S is fast as it is is and also the iPhone 4S the 3G is pretty fast uh but the 4G is actually a lot faster and that's a reason I'd see a lot of people upgrading just for the 4G LTE speeds so I'd say if you need the 4G LTE speeds and you want the 4G LTE speeds uh then I'd say to definitely upgrade but if you not really if you don't really care about the 4glt speeds and you don't need that fast of a phone and that fast of 4G speeds then I'd say to stay with the 4S and save your money up for the new iPhone which who knows when that's coming out but I definitely say to save your money so let me know down in the comments guys what you thought of this review and if you have the iPhone 5 let me know what you think and if you agree with the review or disagree I'm open to all comments also make sure to give this video a thumbs up and I'll catch you guys later peace\n"