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We test each iPhone in real world scenarios focusing on its features, design, performance, cameras, battery life and overall value. We document our results in an initial examination which is periodically updated when there are new iOS updates or to compare yourself to new phones of competitors like Samsung, Google and OnePlus.
Photography
Photography is a major objective for the iPhone, so we take photos and videos of various subjects in a variety of parameters and lighting scenarios. We are trying all new camera modes, such as 4K 120FPS slow motion that made its debut with the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max.
Battery life
The battery test is carried out in various ways. We assess how long the iPhone lasts for a typical day of use and note how it works during more targeted sessions of video calls, multimedia streaming and games. We also perform a video reading test, which is not always included in the initial examination and added later in an update.
Performance
We use comparative analysis applications to measure performance, as well as our own anecdotal experiences using the phone for our exam. It should be noted what graphics and animations look like. Are they smooth? Or are they late or stammering? We also examine the speed with which the telephone rocks between the horizontal and vertical orientations and how fast the applies the camera opens and is ready to take a photo.
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We carry out heavy processor tasks such as modifying photos and videos, exporting videos and playing games. We assess whether a more recent version of the iPhone includes enough features for it to be worth going from older models. Some of these tests are added later in updates after the publication of the initial journal.
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