The iPhone XR: A Surprisingly Great Option
When it comes to new iPhones, many people have come to expect certain things from Apple's latest releases. But this year, something unexpected happened. The iPhone XR, which is essentially an iPhone without the "X" designation, turned out to be a fantastic phone in its own right. With a lower price point than its bigger siblings, the XS and XS Max, the XR offers a lot of value for its money.
One of the standout features of the XR is its battery life. As someone who's always on their phone, whether it's for email, social media, or just general snacking, I was excited to see how the XR would hold up against my other iPhones. And I have to say, I'm thoroughly impressed. The XR lasts me an entire day, sometimes even longer, with plenty of power left over to spare. This is a big deal for someone like me who's always on their phone, and it's a major reason why I think the XR is worth considering.
Of course, one of the main reasons people choose not to buy the XR is its display. And that's fair - the XR does have an LCD screen instead of the more premium OLED display found on the XS and XS Max. But let me tell you, it's not a huge deal. The XR's screen is still pretty good, with decent blacks and a nice color gamut. It's just not quite as good as what you get from an OLED phone. And to be honest, I'm not sure that's something most people will notice in everyday use.
Another thing that's worth noting about the XR is its camera. It has a single 12-megapixel lens on the back, which is identical to the XS and XS Max. But while that sounds like a drawback, it actually works out pretty well in practice. The XR doesn't have the fancy telephoto lens that you get on the more expensive iPhones, but what it does have is a wider-angle lens that's perfect for capturing scenes and group photos.
So why did I choose to buy the XR instead of one of the bigger iPhones? Well, let me tell you - it was all about the price. The XR is significantly cheaper than the XS or XS Max, which made it a much more appealing option for me. But even beyond that, I think the XR is just a great value overall. It's a phone that offers a lot of what you need from an iPhone, without breaking the bank.
But how does the XR compare to its bigger siblings? Well, in terms of battery life, I have to say that the XR is definitely the winner here. The XS and XS Max both seem to last me about half as long as the XR on a single charge, which is a big deal for someone like me who's always on their phone.
One thing that was surprising to me when I started using the XR was how much I liked it. It's not the most premium-feeling phone in my hand, but it's still a very solid device that feels great to use. And while it may not have all the bells and whistles of its more expensive counterparts, it offers a lot of value for what you get.
For me, the iPhone XR is definitely worth considering if you're in the market for a new phone. It's not perfect, but it's a very solid option that offers a lot of what you need from an iPhone without breaking the bank. And let's be real - sometimes it's okay to settle for "okay" when "great" isn't feasible. With the XR, I think I've found a great compromise.
As someone who's always on the lookout for new and innovative technology, I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the iPhone XR. It's not the most exciting phone on the market, but it offers a lot of value for its money. And let's be real - sometimes it's okay to settle for "okay" when "great" isn't feasible. With the XR, I think I've found a great compromise.
The iPhone XR is a phone that should definitely be considered by anyone in the market for a new device. It may not have all the bells and whistles of its more expensive counterparts, but it offers a lot of value for what you get. And with its significantly lower price point than the XS or XS Max, it's an attractive option for anyone who wants to experience the latest from Apple without breaking the bank.
If you're looking for a great iPhone option that won't break the bank, the XR is definitely worth considering. It may not have all the features of its more expensive counterparts, but it offers a lot of value for what you get. And with its long-lasting battery and decent camera, I think it's a solid choice for anyone who wants to stay connected on the go.
In the end, the iPhone XR is a great option for anyone looking for a new phone that won't break the bank. It may not have all the bells and whistles of its more expensive counterparts, but it offers a lot of value for what you get. And with its long-lasting battery and decent camera, I think it's a solid choice for anyone who wants to stay connected on the go.
The iPhone XR is available now from Apple and various carriers, starting at $599 for the 64GB model. It's definitely worth considering if you're in the market for a new phone that offers great value for its money.
"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: en(dramatic music)Hey, what's up guys,welcome back to TechSmartt for the videoI've been waiting to make, hoping to make,and am about to make.So you guys have heardof the iPhone X already.There's been a few videos on the channel.We've done a drop test.iPhone XR in three, two,flame throwing tests,even a scratch test.Oh that's like some Friday the 13th.Keep going.If you guys have missed those,get subscribed so you don't,or just check them out inthe iCard right up there.The iPhone XR though has been a phonethat has continued to surprise meevery single day I have used it.If you can make a phone at the right priceand offer the right specs andkind of right selling pointI'm all for it.And that's what the iPhone XR is.Hey Keaton,why are you riding the iPhone XR so hard?And that's a really good question.For me, it's a few things.It's the price, it's thespecs, it's the timing.And honestly, it's the color.So, right in front of meI have the two iPhone XRsI've been loving.The XR, the XR, we'rejust gonna go between bothbecause we can right.Having up to six colors to pick fromhonestly is refreshing.I hope more phone companies do this.I know OnePlus is super big into it.I know Samsung is with makingsome of their custom Marvel editions.And I think they're funand if you can release themon launch date and giveeveryone the chanceto pick them up, that's awesome.And that's really whyI chose the yellow XRas my daily driver.And that really goes into the whole price.The XR starts at $750.Think about that for a sec.With the iPhone XS, as I'm,almost about to do a drop test,the iPhone XS starts at $1000.And then the XS Max withthe new 6.5 inch screenstarts at $1100.So let's jut break this down.Here are the phones thatApple is selling this year.On the right we have the XS,then the XS Max in the center,and then the XR.Each with kind of a few different specs,and honestly just the whole refresh.There's nothing groundbreakingon the XS and XS Max.In my opinion, I think itreally shines on the XR.And here's where it gets spicy.For $750, $1100, and $1000,which phone are you gonna wanna pick?One that has the samecamera as all the otherexpensive phones, thesame chip and processor,the A12 in all three phones,face ID in all three phones.It really is kind of whyare you spending more moneywhen you have somethingwith a 6.1 inch screen?It's larger than the iPhone X in 2017.It's larger than the iPhone XS.For me 6.1 inches isthat perfect screen size.And honestly I can'twait for this to be OLED.The panel's gonna look amazing.And the price, when intime, and in the future,I could see them keeping this at $750and basically recyclingall the great featuresin the XS Max in about a year's time.If it's in something that costs $750,I'm all for it.And what's amazing is because I saved $250by not getting the XSor 350 with the XS Max,I can now spend that money on cases,wireless chargers 'causeall three phones have it,or what I could do is actually geta 128 gigabyte iPhoneXR for only $50 more.That's right, you've heard it.It is time to say it.Apple the killers of the headphone jack.The inventors of the notch.Whatever you wanna call them.They finally are coming to their senseson more of a budget but not budget phone.For $50 more, you can double the storage.At purchase, right then and there.That means for $800 you're getting a phoneyou could basically usefor two maybe three years.And the reason why theXR is such a big dealwhether you might love it or hate itor even believe it thisphone's for the peoplethat have iPhone 6Ss.That's right, the onesthat were on the 5S,didn't wanna get the 6.Wanted to wait.Got the 6S and then haven'tdone anything since.There's a lot of you out there.If you're there, drop a comment.A bunch of you guys aremy friends in real life.And I love seeing the 6Ss.They're still chugging hard.But now you have a XR.And this thing has the same specsas basically the XS and XS Max,with the exception of threegigabytes of RAM in here,versus four on here.So, if you're reallyswitching between appsand need a powerhouse of a phone,the XS is where you gotta go.The XR is basically for everyone else.So with that $750 price tagwhat are you missing out on?And there's some things that Ithought I'd really be missingbecause I didn't pick up a XS or XS Max,I did, okay, that's why they're here,but in terms of my daily driver,which I put my SIM card into,what phone do I wanna use andwhere am I okay compromising?And that's where I was really shockedin why I made so many XRversus XS Max and XS videos.In the drop tests, as you saw,with the XR being made outof aluminum versus steelon the XS, you'd think they'recutting down on materials,because they are, and that meansprice can be a little less.And you're basically gonnahave a phone that'll break.That's what I thought.But what I actually foundout in the drop testsand with, hitting bothwith the flame thrower,and scratching both is,the XR is a beast.Literally.It is a beast of a phone.It is the most durable iPhone I have seenin a very long time.And that definitely kind ofcomes with a few sacrifices.With the XR, over the XS,you're not getting that OLED panel.That beautiful screenwith the inky blacks.It's a beautiful panel.Honestly, OLED panels are my favorite.I'll say it now.With the XR you're getting an LCDwith kind of a thicker bezel.And the way that worksis the lights taper offtowards the edges tokind of give that effect.The difference with OLED and LCDis how it's powered.So with the XR it's justone light underneath.All those pixels.With OLED and the XS, it's individual.And why this is such a big dealis with the XR I thought battery lifewas just gonna suck.You know, you're compromising on price.It's what you'd expect, right?The only reason I picked up the XS Maxand paid the $1250 price tag for this one,the 256 GIG, my personal one,is battery life.For me, I am a power user.I'm always on email,always on Snap, Insta,you guys know, it's justTechSmartt in case you didn't know.It's a big deal to have a phonethat can actually last you an entire dayand still give you everything you want.And that's what I thoughtthe XS Max would be.But I'm finding a little bit better usagethan the iPhone X, compared to the XS,it's a little bit better.Because yeah, there is a bigger battery.And that all changed.The XR after using it for five daysI have actually been ableto finish the day outwith around 30% battery.So for me, that's lastingan extra hour or two longerthan the iPhone XS Max or iPhone XS.That's just what I've been seeing.It could just be me.How I'm actually using the XR.It might be adjustinghow I'm using my phone.I mean it's not a 6.5 inch screen.It's 6.1 inches.So maybe I'm changing with this phone.Whatever it is, I like it.I like how much money I saved.I like everything it's about.You guys know everythingthere is to know about the XR.There are a ton of YouTube videos on it.And really, it's up to you to pick outif you like the XR or don't.And vote up in the iCardwhich is your favorite color.Because that's really thebiggest sell with the XRis you're getting a little bit of color.You're getting a little bitof a different experience we'll say.You're getting a wider camera lens'cause there's only one onthe back instead of two.And yeah, you're gettingbetter battery life.I was shocked.Honestly, this video surprised me.The whole idea of theXR really surprised me.From watching videos, to taking photos,to literally just Instatorying,it feels okay.One thing that looks weirdthough is the display.I'm so used to the iPhone XS Maxwith those inky blacks andjust what OLED looks likeand that's really the only drawback.And yeah, that's obvious.You're getting kind of an okay screencompared to this amazing screenif you really think about it.But okay is sometimes all right.And what I've seen is whenI've actually pulled upthe viewfinder to like take a photo,it looks a little grainy.And then when I actually like post a photoand check that photoon like an OLED phone,so XS Max, it looks really good.And that's 'cause it's thesame 12 megapixel cameraas both phones, the difference is,you don't have that telephone optionthat you do on the XS or XS Max.So, you guys basicallyknow what this is about.The iPhone XR is a phone Itotally recommend buying.I think it's kind of a surprisethat I wasn't expectingfrom Apple this year.And that's super rare.I've been doing this whole iPhone thingfor what eight years now.I've been loving everything Apple's madethroughout the years.But, honestly, I just felt kind of boredwith where things were going,until the XR showed up.It seems that this couldbe what the iPhone 5Ctried to do, just nowit can actually happen.Tim Cook, literally thiswouldn't have happenedif you weren't the supply chain then.It wouldn't, it wouldn't.This would not actually happen.So that's it for this video.I hope you guys enjoyedkind of a little bitdifferent style.If you did drop a like on it.And if you want getsubscribed if you're new.Hit that circle button down there.It'll get your all subscribed up.Hit the Instastory if you guys don't knowwhat's going on behind the scenes.And make sure you guys check outthese two videos right after this.And I'll see you guys next time.Bye.(dramatic music)\n"
