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GaN charger for iPhone, iPad and Mac: top 5 models

09/02/2022 by

More and more smartphone manufacturers are no longer putting chargers in the boxes with their gadgets. Apple became a pioneer in this matter, refusing to charge and headphones included with the iPhone, motivating this by concern for the environment. And then Samsung and Xiaomi followed the same steps. There is nothing left for us now, except to simply put up with it and buy the missing charging blocks on our own.

And here AliExpress comes to the rescue, where you can find high-quality and optimal price / quality power supplies from third-party manufacturers, which are not inferior to the original ones in terms of functionality, and somewhere even better, but at the same time they are much cheaper. We have compiled a selection of 5 such proven chargers that will be useful to everyone, because a good charge at home is never superfluous.

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What are GaN chargers?

Recently, GaN technology has become widespread in the field of chargers. Its main feature is that it is based on gallium nitride and power adapters made using this technology are significantly smaller and at the same time much more powerful than their predecessors, which are based on silicon.

GaN chargers are less susceptible to heat, able to withstand noticeably higher temperatures, deliver solid power, and are also modest in size. Today it is the most modern development in the world of chargers, so all the accessories from our selection are made using it.

Also, all adapters support USB Power Delivery, Quick Charge and many other fast charging standards, so you can quickly charge gadgets of any brand with them. In addition, we note that the declared power in all charges is provided by the USB-C port and in order to provide real fast charging of Apple devices, which we talked about in detail here, you need a compatible USB-C to Lightning cable. We recommend paying attention to such a cable from Baseus and one from Ugreen.

All chargers have certificates confirming that they are protected from overheating and overvoltage, you should not worry about it.

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Anker Nano II 45W

Let’s start with the charger from Anker. Nano II 45 W, with its small size, comparable to standard versions of 15-20 W adapters, produces an output power of 45 W.

It is ideal for charging smartphones and tablets, but at the same time it can even charge a MacBook Pro in two hours. To charge an iPhone (iPhone 8 and newer) by more than 50%, an adapter from a reputable Chinese manufacturer takes only half an hour. A worthy alternative to branded chargers from Apple.

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Let’s move on to several adapters from Baseus, which is very popular among users on the Russian market of equipment and accessories, and has also established itself as a manufacturer of gadgets that are excellent in terms of price / quality ratio.

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Baseus 45W GaN Charger

Let’s focus on 45W GaN charging with two ports to choose from: USB-C and USB-A, as well as USB-C and USB-C. When ordering, you can choose the version of the power supply that you need. Both USB-C and USB-A outputs can deliver 45W of power. If at the same time both ports work simultaneously, then the ratio is divided by 30 + 18 watts. In the variant with two USB-C connectors in shared mode, the total power is distributed as follows: 30W + 18W or 18W + 30W.

For its power, the adapter is very compact, convenient to take with you. This is important if you often work from home. If you need a decent accessory to charge your laptop and smartphone every day, then this 45W power supply will be the right choice.

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Baseus 65W GaN Pro Charger

The older brother of the previous power supply. The bestseller among battery chargers from Baseus. The power of this charger is already 65 W, while there are three ports, two of which are USB-C and one classic USB-A. When using one of the USB-C connectors, we get a full 65 watts of output, which is great for charging a MacBook Air, for example.

If you use two USB-C ports at the same time, then the total power will already be 63 watts: one will have 45 watts, and the second 18, which is also enough to quickly charge the iPhone and some not too voracious laptop.

When ordering, you can choose the version in which the USB-C to USB-C cable is immediately included, this is convenient.

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Ugreen GaN 65W PD Fast Charger

Charger from another popular Chinese company Ugreen. Charging from this brand has the same power of 65 W as the adapter from Baseus, but there are already 4 ports here.

Two USB-C ports with up to 65W for charging laptops, another USB-C with up to 18W for connecting smartphones, and USB-A with 22.5W, which is more than enough to charge another necessary accessory, such as headphones.

In our opinion, this is the best option both for one main charger for the home, and for trips and travels. We took one such power supply and it will be enough to charge the devices of all family members. Just remember to get the appropriate supply of cables.

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Baseus GaN 120W Charger

The top GaN charger in terms of power output from Baseus is also in our selection. Significantly larger than previous chargers, the 3-port adapter (two USB-C and one USB-A) is capable of delivering a total power of a whopping 120W. The maximum power for each USB-C connector individually is up to 100W, and USB-A up to 30W. When using two USB-C at the same time, each will have up to 60 watts. If we connect 3 devices at once, we get the following distribution: 60 W + 30 W + 30 W.

Thus, from such a block you can charge together and at the same time very quickly, almost any gadgets, for example, a laptop, smartphone and tablet. Of the minuses, it can be noted that due to its elongated shape and rather solid dimensions, the adapter does not quite confidently hold in sockets without grounding, especially when you need to fix the charger sideways.

We can only recommend this accessory to those who know exactly how it will use such impressive device charging capabilities, for example, owners of a MacBook Pro 16 ″ or other powerful laptops that support USB-C charging.

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The dark theme in iOS saves battery power: which iPhone models will it work?

06/12/2021 by

The dark theme is one of the main notable features introduced with the release of iOS 13. It has proven to be so user-friendly that third-party apps and websites have adopted it. You may not have known, but among other things, using dark theme on iPhone can save battery power. How it works?

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Almost all modern smartphones that hit the market after 2017 are equipped with OLED screens based on organic light-emitting diodes). Since this type of screen has no backlightLike LCD screens (liquid crystal) on older phones, a display that is turned on will use less power when displaying dark pixels. OLED technology also enables the creation of ultra-thin, flexible and foldable phone screens.

How much dark mode saves iPhone battery life largely determines the brightness of OLED screens.

For example, when using the screen brightness in the range of 30-50%, the savings in autonomy will be only 5-10%. However, if the iPhone display runs at 100% brightness, then changing the light to dark design will save an impressive 40-45%.

Back in 2019, an interesting study was conducted on the PhoneBuff YouTube channel, which aimed to find out if working with an active dark theme is better for the device’s battery than with a traditional light one.

The iPhone XS was used as a test device. On this smartphone, robotic arms performed various tasks in iOS in light and dark mode. Used the Messaging app, navigate Google Maps, watch YouTube videos, and more.

The final result was really surprising. PhoneBuff tests showed that the iPhone XS using dark mode drained the battery much more slowly than the same phone with a light theme. On both smartphones, the brightness was set at 70% or 200 nits. After two hours in Messages, the iPhone XS with the dark theme had 88% battery remaining, while the smartphone with the light theme had 83%. As a result, the iPhone XS with a light theme was the first to be discharged, while its brother had another 30% charge in stock.

The graphs show that the iPhone with the light theme was the most drained when using Twitter and YouTube. There are some differences in consumption scenarios with higher or lower brightness, but always the dark mode turned out to be more economical.

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On which iPhone models does the dark theme save battery power?

An important detail is that the effect of dark mode on iPhone battery life is limited to OLED devices. Among them: iPhone X, XS, XS Max, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 12 mini, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 13 mini, but not iPhone XR or iPhone 11…

Other older models with an IPS screen will not have a significant difference in consumption between dark and light modes – the backlight always works, regardless of the system theme.

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How to take a slow motion selfie (slow motion) on an iPhone and which models are supported

19/05/2021 by ALOK DAS

We don’t know if the term “Slowfie” will really become popular. It is likely that this phenomenon will remain fashionable for a short time. But nothing prevents such a function from being considered a modern hit. Slow-mo selfies are not a sensation in the smartphone world, but they are new to the iPhone, first appearing on the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max series.

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How to take a slow-mo selfie (slowie) on iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max

First of all, unlike other camera modes on the iPhone, Slowie only has one fixed resolution and frame rate – 1080p @ 120fps. Of course, I would like to shoot at up to 240 frames per second, as the rear cameras can do, but on the other hand, there is no need to fiddle with any camera settings. Shooting in 4K requires some work on the part of the user, as Apple does not make this resolution available out of the box. So.

Launch Camera then go to panel “Slowly” in the options carousel. Make sure the front camera is turned on by clicking the arrows in the lower right corner. This will activate Selfie Mode. All that remains is to press the record button and start shooting. Click the button again to stop recording.

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How to edit slofie?

As you can see, Apple will automatically play the beginning and end of your slowfie at normal speed. The same applies to regular slow motion videos. If you want your entire slow motion video to appear in slow motion, this is easy.

Select the received slow-motion video in the Photos app, and then tap “Edit”… In the editing window, move the yellow bars to change the length of the video, and the thin white bars to start and end the slow-motion part of the video.

You can immediately see how these changes affect your video by clicking the play button. After finishing editing, you just need to click the “Finish” button.

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Unusual bicycle models 200 years ago and in our time

03/03/2021 by ALOK DAS

We have already talked about the history of the creation of the very first bicycles and the evolution of their design. This time we decided to show you unique photographs of bicycles from two centuries ago, as well as compare them with the most modern and improved models of our time in contrast.

Start

On June 12, 1817, German inventor Karl Dres saddled a strange two-wheeled mechanism and rolled in front of an astonished audience. The device had no pedals, so Drez simply kicked off the ground with his feet. The railcar still in use today is considered the prototype of the modern bicycle.

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Cardboard bike

The balance bike shown in the picture above (pedal bike) at first glance seems quite ordinary, but pay attention to its design. This balance bike is made predominantly from recycled cardboard. Its manufacturer, Cardboard Technologies, intended to mass-produce these balance bikes as well as full-size cardboard bicycles. But, unfortunately, something went wrong and the company ceased to exist.

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Modern bicycles made of wood

The Belarusian company Belwooddoors, which specializes in the production of interior doors, offers its customers bicycles with a frame and fork made of solid wood – birch or ash.

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Hoverbike

The Star Wars movie saga played a key role in popularizing the concept of flying bicycles or hoverbikes. The photo shows the inventor of this amazing vehicle, Colin Furtze, riding a homemade experimental hoverbike. Outwardly, the device resembles a regular bicycle, but instead of wheels, it is equipped with two powerful propellers.

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Water bike Shiller

Take a ride on the water surface on the Shiller pedal boat! It has everything the same as a regular bicycle, except for the wheels, instead of which there are two pontoons (floating devices for supporting on water). According to the manufacturer, the vehicle is capable of speeds up to 16 km / h.

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YikeBike

YikeBike is a folding electric bike. Due to its design, the device is very compact and allows you to ride in several ways. Please note that the steering wheel is not in front, but behind. Pictured above is a three-wheeled YikeBike, however advanced riders can purchase a two-wheeled one.

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Scooter bike

French designer Philippe Starck teamed up with car manufacturer Peugeot to develop a hybrid bike and scooter. This 2-wheeled vehicle was named Pibal. You can ride such a scooter in two modes: pedaling like on a bicycle and maneuvering like on a scooter.

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Stoopidtaller

The Stoopidtaller is the tallest bike in the world, designed by Richie Trimble. The inventor managed to build a fully functional 6 m high bicycle, which was entered in the Guinness Book of Records in 2013.

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Levitation concept bike

Designed by design studio Dezien, the Levitation bike gives an idea of what bicycles could be in the high-tech future. The device is equipped with a generator and battery for charging mobile devices with pedaling power, Wi-F access point and LED display.

The mechanism of magnetic levitation also adds futurism to the bike, which allows it to float above the ground with the help of a magnetic field, easily bypassing all the irregularities on the surface.

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Fliz Concept Bike

Introduced in 2012, the Fliz bike prototype is very similar to the device developed by Drez back in 1817. It also lacks pedals, and the rider must push off the ground with his feet. However, unlike the original Drez, the cyclist is suspended from the frame rather than mounted.

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Flexible anti-theft bike

British designer Kevin Scott has come up with a unique flexible frame bike that can be wrapped around a pole, eliminating the need for a conventional bike lock.

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Victory bike

At first glance, the bike looks quite ordinary, but it is not quite so. This Victory model was released in 1942 when the world was engulfed in World War II. At that time, all strategic production materials were primarily used for the needs of the army, so bicycles were produced without them.

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1920s compact bike

Portable bicycles are not a new idea. This photograph, dating from the 1920s, shows an unusual bicycle with quite ordinary pedals and a chain. Instead of standard wheels, it has tiny wheels, and the position of the steering wheel in relation to the seat seems extremely uncomfortable.

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Bicycle evolution

This 1919 photograph clearly shows the evolution of the bicycle. A device with a large front wheel is the so-called penny farthing, which is one of the first forms of a bicycle. Nearby is a bicycle of a completely modern model, and next to it is the compact version described above with small wheels.

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Motorized bike

This picture is dated 1917-1918. It depicts a woman riding an interesting hybrid of a bicycle and a motorcycle.

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Cycling upside down

In the early 20th century, acrobat Diavolo wowed audiences with his incredible bike ride inside a bizarrely curved ramp. The tremendous speed of the ride allowed him to be momentarily upside down at right angles to the ground. This photo was taken in 1905. It depicts Diavolo performing his deadly trick in front of an astonished crowd.

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Bicycle stretcher

This double photo shows paramedics transporting a wounded Russian soldier on two bicycles fitted to a stretcher. The picture dates back to 1905 and illustrates the events of the Russian-Japanese war.

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Quad bike

The multi-rider tandem bike has been around for a long time. The pictured bicycle for four people sitting one after the other dates back to 1898. The posture of the riders indicates that they are ready for the sporting race.

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Bike stunts of the past

Bicycle stunts have gained popularity long before the advent of extreme sports. This photograph, dated 1884, shows a brave cyclist descending the steps of the Washington State Capitol. One can only imagine how the rider felt, because shock absorbers had not yet been invented.

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A very strange tricycle

This strange design is the creation of Charles Aldrave, who patented it in 1881. The photograph was taken in 1882 and shows an unusual tricycle with a passenger positioned in the center of the entire structure. The bicycle was named “The New Iron Horse”, but it never gained popularity.

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GaN charger for iPhone, iPad and Mac: 5 best models

02/03/2021 by ALOK DAS

More and more smartphone manufacturers are no longer putting chargers in their gadget boxes. Apple became a pioneer in this matter, abandoning charging and headphones bundled with the iPhone 12, motivating it with environmental concerns. And then Samsung and Xiaomi followed the same steps. Now there is nothing left for us, except to just accept it and buy the missing charging blocks on our own.

And then AliExpress comes to the rescue, where you can find high-quality and optimal in terms of price / quality ratio power supplies from third-party manufacturers, which are not inferior in functionality to the original ones, and somewhere even better, but at the same time they are much cheaper. We have compiled a selection of 5 of these proven chargers that will be useful to everyone, because good charging at home is never superfluous.

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What are GaN chargers?

Recently, GaN technology has become widespread in the field of chargers. Its main feature is that it is based on gallium nitride and power adapters made using this technology are much smaller and at the same time much more powerful than their predecessors, which use silicon in their basis.

GaN chargers are less susceptible to heat, can withstand noticeably higher temperatures, deliver solid power, and are also modest in size. Today this is the most modern development in the world of chargers, so all accessories from our selection are made with its use.

Also, all adapters support fast charging standards USB Power Delivery, Quick Charge and many others, so you can quickly charge gadgets of any brand with them. In addition, we note that the declared power in all chargers is provided by the USB-C port and in order to provide real fast charging of devices from Apple, which we talked about in detail here, you need a compatible USB-C to Lightning cable. We recommend paying attention to such a cable from Baseus and one from Ugreen.

All chargers have certificates confirming that they are protected from overheating and overvoltage, you should not worry about this.

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Anker PowerPort Atom PD 1

Let’s start with an Anker charger. PowerPort Atom PD 1, with its small size, comparable to standard versions of 10-15 W adapters, produces an output power of 30 watts.

It is ideal for charging smartphones and tablets, but at the same time it will be able to charge even a MacBook 12 ″ in two hours. And to charge the iPhone 12 Pro by more than 50%, the adapter from the Chinese manufacturer will take only half an hour. A worthy alternative to Apple branded chargers.

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Let’s move on to several adapters from Baseus, which is very popular among users in the Russian market for equipment and accessories, and has also established itself as a manufacturer of gadgets that are excellent in terms of price / quality ratio.

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Baseus 45W GaN Charger

Let’s focus on 45W GaN charging with two ports to choose from: USB-C and USB-A, as well as USB-C and USB-C. When ordering, you can choose the version of the power supply that you need. Both USB-C and USB-A outputs can deliver 45W of power. If both ports work simultaneously, then the ratio is divided by 30 + 18 watts. In the variant with two USB-C connectors in shared mode, the total power is distributed as follows: 30W + 18W or 18W + 30W.

For its power, the adapter is very compact, it is convenient to take with you. This is important if you often work outside of your home. If you need a decent accessory to charge your laptop and smartphone on a daily basis, then this 45W power supply would be the right option.

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Baseus 65W GaN Pro Charger

The older brother of the previous power supply. Bestseller among chargers from Baseus. The power of this charging is already 65 W, while there are three ports, two of which are USB-C and one is classic USB-A. When using one of the USB-C connectors, we get a full 65 watts of output, which is perfect for charging a MacBook Air, for example.

If you use two USB-C ports at the same time, then the total power will already be 63 W: one will have 45 W, and the second 18, which is also enough to quickly charge an iPhone and some not-too-power-hungry laptop.

When ordering, you can choose the version in which the kit immediately comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable, this is convenient.

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Ugreen GaN 65W PD Fast Charger

Charger from another popular Chinese company Ugreen. The charger from this brand has the same power of 65W as the adapter from Baseus, but there are already 4 ports.

Two USB-C ports with a power of up to 65W for charging laptops, another USB-C with a power of up to 18W, which is suitable for connecting smartphones, and a 22.5W USB-A, which is more than enough to charge another a necessary accessory, such as headphones.

In our opinion, this is the best option both for one main charge for home, and for travel and travel. We took one such power supply unit and it will be enough to charge the devices of all family members. Do not forget to just get an adequate supply of cables.

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Baseus GaN 120W Charger

The top-end GaN charger from Baseus in terms of power output and in our selection. Significantly larger in size compared to previous chargers, the 3-port adapter (two USB-C and one USB-A) is capable of delivering a gigantic 120 watts of total power. The maximum power for each USB-C connector is up to 100W, and USB-A up to 30W. When using two USB-C at the same time, each will have up to 60 watts. If you connect 3 devices at the same time, then we get the following distribution: 60 W + 30 W + 30 W.

Thus, from such a unit, you can charge together and at the same time very quickly, almost any gadget, for example, a laptop, smartphone and tablet. Of the minuses, it can be noted that due to its elongated shape and rather solid dimensions, the adapter does not quite confidently hold in sockets without grounding, especially when you need to fix the charger sideways.

We recommend such an accessory only to those who know exactly how it will use such impressive possibilities for charging devices, for example, owners of a MacBook Pro 16 ″ or other powerful laptops that support charging via the USB-C port.

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Which iPhone is better: comparison of all models of Apple smartphones in 2021

08/02/2021 by ALOK DAS

The widest range of current iPhones deployed on the official page of the Apple Online Store may raise doubts even among people who have been familiar with the technology of the American manufacturer for several years. To understand and choose “Best iPhone” with an acceptable price tag, an integrated approach to the issue is needed. In this article, we will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of certain iPhone models and try to help you make the right choice.

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Unlike manufacturers like Samsung or Xiaomi, Apple has a fairly laconic line of smartphones with intuitive naming, where every buyer can easily distinguish a budget model from a flagship one. Nevertheless, the choice of iPhones in 2021 is quite wide, which means that many potential users of Apple smartphones will benefit from help when choosing a gadget.

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Which iPhones Shouldn’t Buy New in 2021

It’s worth starting with an explanation of why you shouldn’t consider some once popular iPhone models for purchase in 2021.

So, don’t buy in 2021: iPhone 7/7 Plus, iPhone 8/8 Plus, iPhone X and iPhone XS / XS Max are all officially discontinued. The still found offerings of these smartphones in some online stores at affordable prices should be viewed with skepticism. It is highly likely that instead of a new device, you will be sold a “repackaged refurbished used ear” (details here). Be careful.

In addition, the 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max models are also no longer available, but are still available in the networks of official resellers (Svyaznoy, M.Video, MTS, etc.) – you can buy them.

Also, do not forget that Apple is officially offering refurbished smartphones (refs) that have been discontinued. How to distinguish a real ref from a fake, we talked in detail in this material.

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How to Pick the Best iPhone in 2021

Naturally, the best iPhone will be the most expensive current top model, however, when choosing the main personal device, the buyer should focus solely on his own needs and the correspondence of desires to financial capabilities. At the same time, it is important to be able to separate the grains from the chaff and abstract from the functionality, which, most likely, will not be in demand, because not every user needs the power of the latest Apple A14 Bionic processor and certainly not everyone can distinguish photos taken with the use of a LiDAR sensor and without him. But at the same time, the presence of additional functions significantly affects the cost of the device.

To facilitate the choice, we will divide all current iPhone models in 2021 into three groups: budget, mid-range and premium segment.

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Budget (cheap) iPhones in 2021: iPhone SE 2 and iPhone XR

Perhaps, it will be most difficult for an inexperienced buyer to make a choice in the budget price segment. Both current models have their advantages and disadvantages, and the 2018 iPhone XR (review) is more expensive than last year’s iPhone SE 2 (review).

In terms of design, screen diagonal and body dimensions, the iPhone XR is closer to top-end smartphones.

Comparison of sizes of iPhone XR and iPhone SE 2

IPhone XR design

It has a 6.1-inch IPS-display that takes up almost all the space of the front panel. Among the six available colors, the original coral, yellow, blue are striking.

The 2020 iPhone SE, on the other hand, has a design borrowed from the iPhone 8 with plastic inserts on the bottom and top of the 4.7-inch screen.

Design iPhone SE 2 (2020)

By the way, the 4.7-inch iPhone SE from 2020 is equipped with the same display quality (also IPS) and the same image density as the iPhone XR – 326 ppi. Only black, white and red (product RED) are available as main body colors.

IPhone SE 2 colors

The main advantage of the second generation iPhone SE is the Apple A13 Bionic processor, coupled with the third generation of the Neural Engine system. The iPhone XR is powered by the previous generation of Apple chips, but has a larger battery and Face ID instead of the aging Touch ID fingerprint scanner.

IPhone XR camera system with integrated Face ID

Home button in iPhone SE 2 with built-in Touch ID fingerprint reader

It should also be noted that among the specifications of the iPhone SE version with 256 GB of internal memory (iPhone XR is limited to 128 GB in the top assembly).

The cameras of both devices are identical: the main wide-angle camera with ƒ / 1.8 aperture and the 7 MP front camera.

For a detailed comparison of the iPhone XR and iPhone SE 2, check out this page.

The cost of devices in the Apple online store is:

iPhone XR: from 42,000 rubles;
iPhone SE 2: from 34,000 rubles…

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Mid-range iPhones in 2021: iPhone 11, iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini

The iPhone 11 (review) differs from the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini (review) primarily in design. If the iPhone 11 continued Apple’s line of rounded corners, the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini got a square form factor a la iPhone 4.

IPhone 11 design

IPhone 12 design

In addition, the top three current mid-level Apple smartphones differ in display modules. If we talk about the screen area, then the smallest diagonal has the iPhone 12 mini – 5.4 inches, while the iPhone 11 and 12 noticeably surpass the mini-model in this indicator – both gadgets are equipped with 6.1-inch displays.

Comparison of sizes of iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini

Comparison of sizes of iPhone 12 and iPhone 11

However, 2020 smartphones delight the eye with clearer pictures thanks to OLED screens that provide image quality at 476 ppi, which compares favorably with the IPS display in the iPhone 11 with 326 ppi.

As for the cameras, here all three smartphones have almost the same modules, with the exception of minimal differences such as a slightly stronger aperture in the iPhone 12 and 12 mini, the lack of the ability to shoot video in the Dolby Vision and TimeLapse standard with active night mode in the iPhone 11, etc. etc. The front cameras of the gadgets are also almost identical.

It should also be noted that the iPhone 12 and 12 mini support MagSafe wireless magnetic charging, which can also be used to attach accessories to the back of the smartphone (iPhone 11 only supports regular wireless charging).

Other notable differences include support for new generation 5G networks in the iPhone 12 and 12 mini, a smaller battery in the iPhone 12 mini, as well as improved protection against drops and moisture penetration into the case of newer gadgets – according to the documentation, the iPhone 11 can be submerged into the water to a depth of no more than two meters, while with the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini you can safely dive six meters into fresh water.

And, of course, the main parameter when comparing models is their cost, at the moment it is:

Buy iPhone 11: from 49,000 rubles;
Buy iPhone 12 mini: from 62,000 rubles;
Buy iPhone 12: from 70,000 rubles…

Based on the criterion “price / quality” iPhone 11 can be called best iPhone in 2021 for most users. It is a reliable smartphone with everything you need.

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Premium iPhones in 2021: iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max

For most buyers of the top segment of Apple smartphones, the most acceptable option at the moment is still the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max released in 2019 (review). These smartphones not only have not lost their relevance, but after a detailed comparison, they have some important differences from the current flagships. In fact, only a user who is deeply interested in technology can notice a significant difference between gadgets.

Note: iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max are discontinued and can only be bought in the networks of large official resellers (M.Video, Svyaznoy, MTS, etc.)

iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max, unlike iPhone 11, was already equipped with OLED screens with high image density (458 dots per square inch), while the difference in display sizes is quite significant – 5.8 and 6.5 inches in diagonal, which meets the requirements of fans of both compact and large-format devices.

In terms of aesthetics and ergonomics, the iPhone 11 Pro differs from the iPhone 12 Pro in rounded edges and softer lines, while in 2020 Apple designers returned to sharper contours and straight ends of the body in the style of iPhone 4, but both devices have similar dimensions. and weight.

IPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max design

IPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max design

iPhone 12 Pro Max also does not differ in weight from its predecessor, but has a larger (0.2 inches) display diagonal and thinner. Also in 2020, Apple swapped out the iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max’s dark green case for Pacific Blue.

IPhone 11 Pro / iPhone 11 Pro Max colors

IPhone 12 Pro / iPhone 12 Pro Max colors

Among other advantages of the iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max (review) in comparison with the iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max: the top-end Apple A14 Bionic processor, made using the 5nm process technology (the predecessor, the 7nm Apple A13 Bionic, is 20% slower ) and the next-generation Neural Engine with 2x the cores, 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM (versus 4GB of LPDDR4 in the iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max), MagSafe accessory support, NightLapse portrait photography and video, front Ceramic Shield, LiDAR sensor for depth sensing for shooting and using augmented reality technologies, 5G support.

IPhone 12 Pro / iPhone 12 Pro Max MagSafe Magnetic Charging

An important advantage of the iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max over the iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max is the presence of a powerful 18W charging adapter and wired EarPods in the kit. Whereas the iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max box contains only a cable.

IPhone 12 Pro / iPhone 12 Pro Max Bundle

IPhone 12 Pro / iPhone 12 Pro Max Box

Many buyers want to have the most top-end iPhone no matter what, the price / functionality ratio fades into the background. If we talk separately about the most expensive and “packed” iPhone today, then for 100 thousand rubles or more, the owners of the iPhone 12 Pro Max receive: the largest of the entire line of Apple smartphones OLED screen with a diagonal of 6.7 inches, made using Super Retina technology XDR, advanced Apple A14 Bionic chip, 5x optical zoom (all other models have 4x hardware zoom), support for 5G communication, LiDAR scanner and all available iOS functionality for smartphones.

LiDAR Scanner in iPhone 12 Pro / iPhone 12 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max has three storage capacities specifications (128, 256 and 512 GB), four color options, including exclusive “Pacific blue”, Ceramic Shield for the front panel and unprecedented for iPhone models of recent years, slimness of the case, thickness which is 0.7mm less than the iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max. It is noteworthy that the gadgets have exactly the same weight – 187 grams for the Pro models and 226 grams for the Pro Max.

You can find a detailed comparison of the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro here.

Buy iPhone 11 Pro: from 71,000 rubles;
Buy iPhone 11 Pro Max: from 86,000 rubles;
Buy iPhone 12 Pro: from 85,000 rubles;
Buy iPhone 12 Pro Max: from 93,000 rubles.

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Summing up

iPhone SE 2 and iPhone XR are Apple smartphones for people on a budget.

iPhone 11, 12 and 12 mini is the best buy so far, and iPhone 11 can rightfully be considered best iPhone in 2021 based on the criterion “price / quality”.

iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max (available only from official resellers), iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max – smartphones for those who want to use the top-end gadget.

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Fast charging for iPhone: which models are supported and which charger should you buy

24/12/2020 by ALOK DAS

As of 2017, all new iPhones support fast charging. However, only the 2019 smartphones – iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max – have an 18-watt charger included, allowing you to try out this great feature. The rest of the iPhones were equipped with a traditional (from 2007 to 2020) 5-watt charger, and from autumn 2020 ALL new Apple smartphones are supplied without a charger at all (only a cable is included). In this article, we’ll go into detail about the types of charging, which iPhones support fast charging, and the chargers that provide the fastest charging speed.

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The main advantage of fast charging

With the fast charge option, you can recharge your iPhone battery from 0 to 50% in just 25-30 minutes.

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Which iPhones and iPads support fast charging

iPhone 12 Pro Max;
iPhone 12 Pro;
iPhone 12;
iPhone 12 mini;
iPhone 11 Pro Max;
iPhone 11 Pro Max;
iPhone 11 Pro;
iPhone 11;
iPhone SE 2;
iPhone XS Max;
iPhone XR;
iPhone X;
iPhone 8;
iPhone 8 Plus;
12.9-inch iPad Pro
11-inch iPad Pro
10.5-inch iPad Pro
iPad Air 4 (2020).

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What do you need to quickly charge your iPhone?

To quickly charge your iPhone, you’ll need a USB-C charger with at least 20W of power (ideally between 20W and 35W, using a higher power adapter won’t matter much).

Don’t confuse fast charging with just fast charging available for older iPhones through a more powerful power bank.

To use Fast Charging, you need a compatible USB-C power adapter (charger) that supports USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) and a Lightning to USB-C cable (prices and options below).

USB-C / Lightning cable

USB-C adapter

Although fast charging is slower than fast charging, using an iPad power supply is still more advantageous (if there is no other power supply) relatively slow charging using a standard 5W iPhone power adapter…

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What is the difference between regular, accelerated and fast charging?

Speaking of charging speed, there are five types of charging:

Regular wired charging: Uses the small 5-watt USB power adapter that came with the iPhone.

Regular wireless charging: any standard 5-watt Qi-compliant power supply is used.

Fast wired charging: using an iPad power supply (10 or 12 W). Plus, 10.5W Wired Fast Charging is possible when your iPhone is connected from sleep to a Mac’s USB 3 port (details).

Accelerated Wireless Charging: Uses an Apple-certified (MFi) Qi charger with 7.5W or more. iPhone 12 and newer have support for the MagSafe Wireless Magnetic Charger (detailed), which can charge your smartphone up to 15W (the wireless MagSafe charger must be connected to a 20W USB-C power source).

Fast wired charging: Available only with a 20W or more USB-C power supply with USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) support and a compatible USB-C / Lightning cable.

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Comparison of normal, fast and fast charging speeds on iPhone

The iPhone charging speed directly depends on external factors, the battery capacity of the device, its state, iOS version, as well as the nature of use (working interfaces and display, presence of a notification, background activity, etc.).

As an example, we tested regular, fast and fast charging on the iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone XR, iPhone 11 Pro Max, and iPhone 12. The results are almost identical for all smartphones we tested. (results apply to all iPhones starting with iPhone 8).

Apple branded chargers were used for tests: 5 W (adapter MD813 included with iPhone), 10 W (adapter included with iPad or USB 3 port on Mac), 12 W (adapter MGN03 supplied with iPad), 20 W (adapter MHJE3) , 30W (MR2A2Z adapter), 61W (MRW22 adapter) and 96W (MX0J2 adapter), as well as third-party power adapters: Baseus BS-EU905 30W, Ugreen CD224 GaN 65W.

On the iPhones we tested, Wi-Fi, cellular data were turned off, the screen was turned off (sleep mode), notifications were turned off, and there were no running applications.

Average charging speed for iPhone 8/8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS / XS Max, SE 2, iPhone XR, iPhone 11/11 Pro / 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12/12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max from 0 to 50 % when using different adapters:

5W USB adapter – 1 hour 20 minutes.

10W USB adapter – 40 minutes.

12W USB adapter – 37 minutes.

20W USB-C adapter – 30 minutes.

30W USB-C adapter – 27 minutes.

61W USB-C adapter – 27 minutes.

65W USB-C adapter – 27 minutes.

96W USB-C adapter – 27 minutes

Average charging speed for iPhone 8/8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS / XS Max, SE 2, iPhone XR, iPhone 11/11 Pro / 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12/12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max from 0 to 100 % when using different adapters:

5W USB adapter – 3 hours 12 minutes.

10W USB adapter – 2 hours 13 minutes.

USB adapter 12 W – 2 hours 4 minutes.

20W USB-C adapter – 1 hour 59 minutes.

30W USB-C adapter – 1 hour 54 minutes.

61W USB-C adapter – 1 hour 54 minutes.

65W USB-C adapter – 1 hour 54 minutes.

96W USB-C adapter – 1 hour 54 minutes.

So, Apple’s 20-watt USB-C adapter allows you to fully charge your iPhone in two hours. A standard 5-watt power supply will take over three hours to do this.

Using a 12W iPad charger or USB 3.0 port on a Mac requires just 15-20 minutes more than a 30W USB-C fast charge.

In other words, Fast Charging slightly reduces the time it takes to fully charge your iPhone compared to Fast Charging using the 10 / 12W iPad Power Adapter or Mac USB 3.0 port.

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Why, after 50% charge, fast charging charges iPhone more slowly

The battery charge rate of the device decreases over time. When the iPhone battery charge exceeds 50 percent, the fast charging function starts using less power from the charger… This protects the battery.

In fact, for real fast charging when using a 20 W or more power adapter, approximately up to 80% charge, after which the charging speed decreases several times. As a result, after reaching the 80 percent mark, the difference in speed between regular and fast charging will not be so obvious.

As an example, here are the intermediate rates of charging an iPhone 12 using a 30W power adapter.

0% – 50% – 27 minutes;

0% – 70% – 40 minutes;

0% – 80% – 52 minutes;

0% – 90% – 1 hour 14 minutes;

0% – 100% – 1 hour 54 minutes.

As you can see, it took only 52 minutes to accumulate a charge from 0% to 80%, while it took 1 hour 2 minutes to charge the remaining 20%.

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Where to Buy Apple Chargers to Charge Your iPhone Fast or Fast

Sadly, since 2020, Apple has stopped including the required USB-C chargers in the standard iPhone package. Customers now have to spend extra money to take advantage of convenient technology.

As we said earlier, to quickly charge your iPhone, you’ll need a USB-C charger with at least 20W of power.

If you want to charge your devices using the Apple method, you will need to additionally purchase a USB-C charger and a compatible USB-C / Lightning cable (options and prices below).

Your iPad, depending on the model, comes with a 10W, 12, 18, or 20W adapter. As we wrote earlier, you can use it to safely speed up iPhone charging.

To take advantage of fast charging technology, you need one of the following Apple-made adapters or one of the recommended third-party models (best options below).

The list and prices of power adapters and USB cables Apple for regular, accelerated and fast charging iPhone

Apple iPhone Charging Cables
Buy USB-A / Lightning cable for normal and fast charging, 1 meter (MXLY2) – 1 900 rubles;
Buy USB-C / Lightning fast charging cable, 1 meter (MX0K2) – 2,000 rubles.

Charging adapters:
Buy Apple 5W USB Power Adapter (MD813) – 1,590 rubles.

Fast Charging Adapters:
Buy 12W Apple USB Power Adapter (MGN03) – 2,000 rubles – the recommended option for fast charging iPhone.

Fast Charging Adapters:
Buy USB-C 20 W Apple Power Adapter (MHJE3) – 2,500 rubles – recommended option for fast charging iPhone;
Buy USB-C 30W Apple Power Adapter (MR2A2) – 3 600 rubles;
Buy USB-C power adapter Apple 61 W (MRW22) – 7,000 rubles;
Buy USB-C power adapter Apple 96 W (MX0J2) – 7,000 rubles.

In addition, it is necessary to remind you about fast wireless charging (only for iPhone 12 and newer) using the MagSafe magnetic charger (in detail), which allows you to charge your smartphone with a power of up to 15 W (in fact, MagSafe is a cable that must be connected to a source USB-C power supply with at least 20 W).

Buy wireless magnetic charger Apple MagSafe – 4,000 rubles.

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Where to Buy Third Party iPhone Fast Chargers

There are more affordable third-party alternatives on the market, but if you decide to use a charger from another company, make sure it is USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) certified.

Not all cables and chargers are created equal. Some may limit power supply and charging speed. Lately, however, there have been some encouraging improvements in terms of USB-C charger options.

Perhaps the best third-party iPhone fast charging chargers at the moment in terms of price / quality ratio are:

Baseus BS-EU905 USB-C 30W power adapter;

65W Ugreen CD224 GaN USB-C Power Adapter.

As a compatible USB-C / Lightning cable, we can safely recommend a high-quality Baseus USB-C / Lightning cable with support for the USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) standard for fast charging, 1 meter – 750 rubles (discounts are often available).

Of course, the market for fast charging adapters for iPhone and iPad is not limited to these options.

Whichever you choose, you should steer clear of cheap chargers without Apple’s Made for iOS (MFi) certification. These adapters can easily damage the iPhone battery or the phone itself.

If you’re on a tight budget, don’t spend money on an expensive USB-C charger or branded cable. You can always use a 10W or 12W iPad adapter. This allows you to charge your iPhone twice as fast without buying extra accessories.

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Conclusion: which fast charging iPhone charger should you buy?

There’s a lot of talk about fast charging technology, but buying extra hardware for your iPhone probably isn’t worth it if you have an iPad. Using a 10/12/18 or 20W tablet power adapter will charge your smartphone much faster than using a standard 5W charger or 7.5W Qi wireless charging.

The optimal price-quality power supply units are: Apple branded 20W power supply, as well as devices from third-party manufacturers – Baseus BS-EU905 30W (MacBook charging supported) and Ugreen CD224 GaN 65W (MacBook supported).

As a USB-C / Lightning charging cable with support for fast charging, you can safely recommend the Apple branded cable (MX0K2) or a cheaper, but not inferior cable from Baseus.

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Cheap iPhones in 2020/2021 – what models and where to buy them

19/10/2020 by ALOK DAS

If you are not guided by the prices of the 2020 premium smartphone market, they can look quite intimidating. iPhone 12 Pro in the minimum configuration, for example, will cost 100,000 rubles, and for the top-end iPhone 12 Pro Max you will have to pay 140,000. However, you can always find cheaper options for Apple smartphones.

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What are the cheapest iPhones in 2020/2021

Current old iPhone models still sold by Apple and official resellers

Being the owner of the flagship smartphone of the most premium line in the world is, of course, nice and status, but do you really need such a gadget right now? After all, after the first peak of sales, its value will gradually fall, and next fall Apple will show the next generation model, reducing prices for the current ones.

IPhone models that can still be bought relatively cheaply by brand new in Russia in 2020-2021:

iPhone 7
iPhone X
iPhone XR
iPhone XS
iPhone SE 2

Right now, from Apple’s official partners, you can buy an iPhone 7 four times cheaper than the iPhone 12 Pro of the year. Yes, the smartphone, although it has a retro design, but having tested it in practice, the language will not turn to call the gadget obsolete. Price – 27,000 rubles.

Another very popular option is the iPhone X. This is the first Apple smartphone to lose the Home button and get a gorgeous OLED display. Such a smartphone practically repeats the design of the iPhone 11 Pro (not counting the camera block on the back of the case), while equipped with a 64-bit Apple A11 processor, which allows you to run almost any modern application. You can buy iPhone X right now for less than 40 thousand rubles.

Finishing off the conversation about the smartphones that came off the assembly line, we can also mention the iPhone XR and iPhone XS, which are still available from official resellers. Interestingly, at the moment, both the iPhone XS and iPhone XR are sold at the same price – 47,000 rubles (detailed comparison).

Also, be sure to check out the 2020 iPhone SE 2 (in-depth review). A device with the design of the iPhone 8, but with hardware like the iPhone 11 Pro is sold for 40,000 rubles.

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How to buy a cheap iPhone so it doesn’t end up being used or fake

Never buy an iPhone from an online store that is not an official Apple reseller. In such stores, not only gray ones are often sold (this is not so bad yet), but also used iPhones under the guise of new ones. iPhone should always be purchased in large networks or telecom operators, for example: Megafon, MTS, Beeline, Svyaznoy, M.Video, Citylink, etc.

Old models of original Apple smartphones, such as iPhone 7, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS and others at affordable prices can always be bought in Russia here and here…

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Officially Refurbished iPhones (“like new”, RFB, CPO, ref,)

Another very popular way to save money when buying an iPhone is to purchase an officially restored (refubrished) device, which, in fact, no different from new… These smartphones come to Apple manufacturing partners from service centers around the world, where replacement in progress (not repair) problem components, as well as the obligatory replacement of the screen and all accessories, regardless of their condition. Then the gadget is tested, removed from the used database, repackaged in special white boxesare marked as “Apple Certified Pre-Owned” and are sold through official partners at a reduced price.

Next to the description of refurbished iPhones, sellers usually indicate: “Refurbished”, “like new”, CPO or RFB…

Examples of the appearance of boxes of regular and officially refurbished iPhones

iPhone 6S:

iPhone 7 Plus:

iPhone X:

The main problem when buying a refurbished iPhone is to distinguish “certified refubrished” from “inserted a used iPhone into a new case and put it in a new box.” Naturally, official resellers do not have fakes, and handicraft production can be identified by the model number, which in the case of a real refurbished iPhone has the corresponding marking and begins with the letter “F”… We talked about this in detail here.

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Where to Buy Real Official Refurbished iPhones

Official real refurbished iPhone 7, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS and other versions of Apple smartphones are available for purchase here (M.Video) and here (Messenger)…

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Demo iPhone, aka “Showcase iPhone”

Another type of smartphones that has traction in the domestic gray market, although such gadgets for sale not intended at all (about which there is a corresponding note on the box).

Apple transfers such smartphones to resellers not for offline trading, it is them that you can observe and touch on the stands in the electronics store. The main distinguishing feature of such a device is a special firmware that does not allow store guests to set a screen lock password and fingerprint, download or uninstall an application, etc.

Why is such a demo iPhone needed? In fact, its shortcomings are quite easy to fix through the usual flashing of the gadget via Recovery (detailed instructions), resulting in a fully functional iPhone running the latest current version of iOS, which differs from the usual one by the presence of a number, and not a letter in the first position in the model identifier.

We talked more about the “showcase iPhone” here.

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How to Identify iPhone (New, Refurbished or Demo)

So, the fastest and easiest way to identify a dubious iPhone and classify it as one type or another is to check the model ID, or rather the first character in it. To do this, go to the menu Settings → General → About this device and look at the graph “Model” (if possible, find the same number on the back of the package). There can be 5 options in total:

M – an ordinary “official” iPhone, which was purchased in a store or via the Internet from a certified seller (or from Apple itself);
N – an iPhone issued under warranty instead of a defective one (no different from an ordinary one);
F – officially refurbished iPhone;
3 (or another number) – “showcase” demo iPhone.

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Output

If you adhere to simple precautions and do not hesitate to find out as much as possible about the origin of the smartphone before buying it, then it is very possible to save money on purchasing an iPhone. If we are talking about sellers with an unknown or frankly dubious reputation, then it will not be superfluous to first read our article “How to check if you bought a new iPhone?”

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MagSafe iPhone wireless charging: what it is, how much it costs and which models are supported

18/10/2020 by ALOK DAS

Many already thought the magnetic MagSafe charging connector was dead after it was removed from the MacBook a few years ago. But the technology is back with the iPhone 12 lineup with a different reading. The new approach to MagSafe is a smart way to provide faster wireless charging for all four iPhone 12 phones (and actually a few older models).

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What is MagSafe?

To put it simply, MagSafe is a magnetic wireless charging system for the new iPhone 12 phones. But the technology has its own history. For those of you who don’t know, MagSafe was originally used to easily secure the charging cable to MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops.

Thanks to the power of the magnets, the cable snuggled into place in the charging port. But if you accidentally snag the cable on something, or someone awkwardly trips over the charger, the cable will easily disconnect from the port, rather than dragging the connected MacBook to the floor.

Microsoft tried to implement a similar scheme in its Surface laptop. But the Surface Connect port didn’t work as well as MagSafe. Over time, Apple’s push to make the MacBook even thinner led to the move to USB-C ports, leaving no room for MagSafe. Alas, one of the sleekest and most efficient features of Apple laptops has become part of history.

MagSafe on iPhone performs many functions. This is a combination of a docking system and a charging system that offers tremendous potential for Apple and accessory manufacturers.

To create its own patented type of wireless charger with the ability to attach various accessories, Apple has added several components to the existing Qi wireless charging coil (on the back of the iPhone), such as a magnetometer and an NFC reader.

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How does MagSafe work?

MagSafe is not an invention of wireless charging; it is appropriate to talk about its improvement. Like the Qi wireless charging that Apple phones have supported since the iPhone 8, MagSafe uses a wireless charging coil on the glass back of the iPhone 12.

But with a ring of magnets surrounding the coil, the MagSafe Wireless Charger can be attached to the back of the iPhone 12. The magnets ensure that the coil in the phone is perfectly aligned with the coil in the charger. This fixes problems with skewed coils that can prevent your phone from charging or cause the battery to recharge slowly.

MagSafe can be used for more than just charging. IPhone 12 now supports MagSafe cases, which can be easily magnetically attached to the case. There’s also a MagSafe leather wallet that attaches to the back of all four iPhone 12 phones and can be used as a convenient bank card holder.

Apple and third-party partners have the ability to manufacture even more MagSafe accessories. For example, a MagSafe tripod can hold an iPhone 12 Pro Max in place, so a high-quality smartphone camera stack can be used to its fullest.

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Which iPhones does MagSafe support?

The MagSafe charger will be compatible with all iPhones that support wireless charging technology. At the same time, the fastest charging will be the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.

MagSafe iPhone Compatible List:

iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max
iPhone X
iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus
iPhone SE 2020

If you want to take advantage of the faster wireless charging on your iPhone 12, you’ll need to use either the original Apple MagSafe charger or a third-party charger designed under the MFi certification program (specs must state that the device supports Fast iPhone charging via MagSafe).

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Will iPhone 12 come with a MagSafe charging cable?

No, Apple will only ship a USB-C to Lightning cable with the new iPhones (no power adapter or headphones). Apple MagSafe charger sold separately (buy).

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What is the charging speed with MagSafe?

Thanks to the precise contact that MagSafe provides, iPhone 12 phones will receive 15W charging. While this doesn’t surpass the 30W wireless charging that the OnePlus 8 Pro has received, there is a significant upgrade over the 7.5W charging offered by the Qi standard found in the iPhone 11 line.

For fast charging with MagSafe, you need to use a 20W or more adapter (buy).

Of course, MagSafe won’t be able to offer the same fast charging as a physical connection through the Lightning port.

Depending on the iPhone model, MagSafe can fully charge your smartphone in 2-3 hours.

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How much do MagSafe chargers cost?

The MagSafe charger can be purchased in official retail for 3,990 rubles. This is a perfectly reasonable price for an Apple branded accessory. And this price tag roughly corresponds to analogs of wireless chargers from major phone manufacturers. The MagSafe charger is a lot cheaper than the Google Pixel Stand wireless charger, which costs a whopping $ 79. Other MagSafe accessories are slightly more expensive. For example, MagSafe-compatible cases cost RUB 4,990, and MagSafe leather wallet costs RUB 5,990.

We repeat that in order to carry out fast charging using MagSafe, in addition to the magnetic charger itself, you need to purchase a power adapter with a power of 20 W or more.

But we can expect third-party companies to offer many more MagSafe accessories soon. Belkin already has a BoostCharge Pro MagSafe 3-in-1 charger for $ 150, as well as a MagSafe car mount that costs $ 40.

PopSockets, those strange smartphone pen-style accessories, will also get MagSafe support. It can be expected that such accessories will quickly become fashionable, and more manufacturers will start producing them.

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MagSafe iPhone Cases

MagSafe also opens up new possibilities for cases. Apple has integrated MagSafe into the back of its silicone and clear cases, allowing you to use MagSafe accessories even when you put the case on.

With MagSafe, users get a few nice little things that weren’t there before. For example, when a smartphone recognizes a cover, a beautiful animation may appear that matches the color of the case. Apple has a leather case that, when connected to an iPhone, will instruct the smartphone to display the current time in a small window. The background of the clock will match the color of the device.

Plus, Apple has created its own leather wallet that attaches easily to the back of an iPhone 12 or MagSafe case. At the same time, the company claims that the wallet is protected from damage to bank cards by MagSafe magnets.

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What’s next for MagSafe?

It is likely that MagSafe chargers will become an almost indispensable accessory for the iPhone 12 line. But one can also hope that this is evidence of the coming MagSafe for other Apple devices.

For example, a MagSafe stand for iPad would be handy as it could keep the tablet charged while users were watching videos or streaming games. And some clever form of a wireless charging pad for MacBook seems like a good idea too. Imagine simply walking up to your desk, placing your MacBook on the flat charging pad and working in peace all day without having to look for charging cables.

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How to enter or bring iPhone (all models) to DFU mode?

13/10/2020 by ALOK DAS

Has your Apple smartphone suddenly turned into a brick? Then the first thing to do is to put the device into a special low-level recovery mode, which is called DFU (Device Firmware Update)…

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What is DFU Mode?

DFU Mode – a special low-level device mode, which does not use the operating system boot. Only technical information signals are sent to the device via the USB connection.

Previously, DFU mode was mainly used to get jailbreak on the first versions of iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Currently, DFU mode is used only when restoring a password-protected iOS device (not to be confused with Find iPhone Activation Lock), since in recent years hackers have released tools that require minimal user involvement.

The device in DFU mode does not display anything on the screen, display completely black…

After the computer recognizes the device in DFU mode, the message “The computer found the iPhone in recovery mode … “…

Since 2007, with the development of iOS devices, Apple has changed the input (output) process of the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch to DFU mode three times. At the moment, there are three instructions, each of which corresponds to a specific device.

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How to put iPhone 2G, 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus into DFU Mode

1… On a Mac with macOS Catalina 10.15 (or newer macOS): launch the Finder app… On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or older, or on a Windows computer run iTunes (download).

2… Connect your device to your computer using a cable.

3… Press the buttons simultaneously Home + Inclusions until the screen of the device turns off (10-15 seconds).

4… After one second, after the screen of the device goes out, release the button Inclusionsbut keep holding the button Home within 15 seconds.

After the device is in DFU mode, iTunes or another program in use will notify you with a message that the device is in recovery mode. In this case, you can proceed to the recovery procedure (instructions).

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How to get iPhone 2G, 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus out of DFU Mode

In order to exit the DFU mode, just press and hold down the buttons Inclusions and Home within 10-15 seconds, until the Apple logo appears on the screen.

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How to put iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus into DFU Mode

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are the only Apple smartphones to receive a second process modification to enable DFU mode.

1. Connect iPhone 7 to your Mac or Windows computer using a cable;

2. On a Mac with macOS Catalina 10.15 (or later macOS): launch the Finder app… On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or older, or on a Windows computer run iTunes (download).

3. Turn off the iPhone;

4. Press and hold the power button located on the right iPhone for 2 seconds;

5. While holding the power button, press and hold the volume down button on the left;

6. Hold both buttons for 10 seconds.

7. Release the power button while continuing to hold the volume down button for another five seconds;

8. If the display still remains off, then the device has entered DFU mode. In this case, a notification will appear on the computer that the connected iPhone 7 has been detected, after which it can be restored (instructions).

Note: If the Apple logo appears on the screen, it means that you have held the buttons for too long and you need to repeat all over again;

In DFU mode, the screen should not display anything (just a black display).

nine. Note: if any logos appear on the screen (Apple, iTunes with cable, etc.), then you have activated recovery mode, not DFU. If it works, great. If not, try turning DFU on again.

How to get iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus out of DFU Mode

To exit DFU on iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus, hold down the Volume Down and Power buttons until the Apple logo appears on the phone screen.

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How to put iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max into DFU Mode

1. On a Mac with macOS Catalina 10.15 (or later macOS): launch the Finder app… On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or older, or on a Windows computer run iTunes (download).

2. Connect the powered iPhone to the computer with iTunes installed using the cable.

3. Press the button Increase sound on the left side panel, then release it.

4. Press the button Reduce sound on the left side panel, then release it.

5. Press and hold the Power button – until the iPhone screen turns black. This usually takes about 10 seconds.

6. Without releasing the power button, press and hold the Reduce sound – within 5 seconds.

7. Release the power button, but continue to hold the button Reduce sound for about 10 seconds.

8. iTunes (or the Finder app on macOS Catalina and newer macOS) will notify you that the program has found your iPhone in Recovery Mode.

Done – your iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max are in DFU (black screen) mode! Now you can start restoring or updating it (detailed instructions).

If, after all the manipulations done, you did not see the notification on the computer, it means that a mistake was made somewhere. Reread the instructions again – now as carefully as possible – and try again.

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How to get out of DFU mode on iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max

If you entered DFU not to restore the firmware of your iPhone, but for something else (for example, just try how to enter the mode) and have already finished your business, you can exit it like this:

1. Press and quickly release the button Increase the volume…

2. Press and quickly release the button Decrease volume…

3. Press and hold the power button until the Apple logo appears on the screen.

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The dark theme in iOS saves battery power: which iPhone models will it work?

30/09/2020 by ALOK DAS

The dark theme is one of the main notable features introduced with the release of iOS 13. It has proven so easy to use that third-party apps and websites have adopted it. On the YouTube channel PhoneBuff, an interesting study was carried out, which aimed to find out how much better working with an active dark theme for the device’s battery than with a traditional light one.

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The final result was really surprising. PhoneBuff tests showed that the iPhone XS using dark mode drained the battery much more slowly than the same phone with a light theme. On both smartphones, the brightness was set at 70% or 200 nits. After two hours in Messages, the iPhone XS with the dark theme had 88% battery power, while the smartphone with the light theme had 83%. As a result, the iPhone XS with a light theme was the first to be discharged, while its brother had another 30% charge left.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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On which iPhone models does the dark theme save battery power?

An important detail is that the impact of dark mode on iPhone battery life only applies to OLED devices. These include the iPhone X, XS, XS Max, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, but not the iPhone XR or iPhone 11.

Other older models with an IPS screen will not have a significant difference in consumption between dark and light modes – the backlight always works, regardless of the system theme.

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Which iPhone is the most difficult to repair: maintainability rating of all models of Apple smartphones

26/04/2020 by ALOK DAS

It’s no secret that consumer electronics manufacturers do not want to extend the life of their devices at all, it is much better if the user comes and buys a new gadget. Nevertheless, it is also impossible to produce smartphones falling apart in hands and not suitable for repair, which means that a certain balance is required.

The world’s leading experts on the study of the insides of modern phones are rightfully considered experts from iFixit, who thoroughly study the components of mobile devices immediately after their release. Naturally, “apple” gadgets were scrutinized, their ratings on a 10-point scale diverge in the range from 2 to 7.

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iPhone 7/7 Plus (7 points)

The rating of devices manufactured by Apple begins with smartphones in 2015 with a rating of 7 points. Experts noted easy access to the battery of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, but underestimated the result due to new three-point screws that make it difficult to disassemble the gadget without a special tool.

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iPhone 6s / 6s Plus (7 points)

The older brother for a year also pleases experts with the ability to easily replace the battery and front panel. The main problem is again in the screws – branded five-point fasteners imply that the master has a special Pentalobe screwdriver. Actually, such “locks” from Apple are caused not so much by a thirst for profit as by the desire to protect the user from the temptation to repair the device with his own hands.

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iPhone 5 (7 points)

Another Apple smartphone rated at 7 points, which has exactly the same pros and cons as the above models.

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iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS (7 points)

For old people, the opposite is true – iFixit experts raised the final grade for using the common Phillips screws, but noted the difficulty of accessing the battery hidden under the logic board. And the main advantage of the iPhone 3G / 3GS (from the point of view of the repairman) is the ability to replace the glass (touchscreen) and the screen separately.

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iPhone 11 (6 points)

Apple’s 2019 smartphones do not have fundamental structural differences from previous models and therefore received from iFixit similar maintainability ratings of 6 points on a 10-point scale. Replacing the screen and battery should not cause difficulties, however, the specialist of the service center should use a special tool and have the skills to work with insulating materials that make the iPhone waterproof. As in the case of the iPhone XS / Max / XR, the most problematic element of the case is the rear glass panel, the replacement of which will cost the user a round sum.

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iPhone 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max (6 points)

iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max are better protected from moisture inside the case, and also have a steel frame between the glass panels instead of aluminum (as in the iPhone 11), but this does not affect the maintainability of the device – iFixit experts rate it at the same 6 points and emit similar problems: difficulties when working with fasteners and replacing the rear panel if it is damaged. The display module and battery, often requiring replacement, are dismantled and installed without much difficulty.

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iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max (6 points)

Both smartphones have a similar design, the main advantage of which (as in the case with the predecessor iPhone X) is the ability to quickly and relatively easily replace the display and battery. It is such a repair with replacement that can be performed directly in the presence of the client in any service center with free hands. At the same time, Apple engineers made it so that the screen can be removed without affecting the Face ID biometric identification module.

IFixit experts also noted reliable and high-quality screw connections, for which you will need a special screwdriver. Certain difficulties during dismantling cause waterproofing elements that protect the inside of the smartphone from moisture.

The most vulnerable part of the device is the glass back panel, in case of damage which will have to dismantle many components, as well as completely change the chassis of the case.

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iPhone XR (6 points)

The visually budget model of the iPhone XR 2019 release differs significantly from the flagship counterparts, but the main problem is the same – the back panel is made of mineral glass, which will require very expensive repairs in case of damage.

Any hardware repair of the iPhone XR begins with the dismantling of the screen, which, with care, can be easily removed without the Face ID module. A case without a screen makes it easy to get rid of the battery.

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iPhone X (6 points)

The flagship 2017 of a California company makes it relatively easy to replace the battery, but at the same time, many components of the device have too complicated connections, which significantly increases the cost of both the spare parts themselves and the repair. In addition, experts were unsatisfied with the fastening of the rear glass panel, which will be quite problematic to dismantle in case of damage.

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iPhone 8/8 Plus (6 points)

The G8 will also provide troubles to the owner who has broken or scratched the back panel of the glass sandwich, but at the same time, repair technicians consider it a plus to reduce the load on the main connector due to the introduction of the wireless charging module.

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iPhone SE (6 points)

The main disadvantage of the device during repair is the unsuccessful location of the cable of the fingerprint sensor Touch ID, which can easily be damaged during disassembly of the smartphone. A positive point is convenient access to the battery.

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iPhone 5S and 5C (6 points)

Replacing the front panel of these gadgets in case of damage or deterioration will be very simple, but the battery in smartphones of 2013 is quite firmly fixed, it is quite difficult to remove it from the case.

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iPhone 4 / 4S (6 points)

A small amount of glue makes it easier to separate the screen from the case, but removing the back panel will require a Pentalobe screwdriver. In addition, the screen and the front glass are a single module without the possibility of replacement separately.

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iPhone 2G (2 points)

If you have a desire to resurrect the first iPhone of 2007, then you should prepare for the fact that even a trivial screen replacement in this smartphone is a complicated engineering and technical operation, and you will have to dismantle the motherboard to remove the battery. But all the basic elements are fixed with standard “Philips” screws.

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All iPad models by years from first to last: overview and differences of each Apple tablet

22/04/2020 by ALOK DAS

Apple introduced its first iPad in 2010, and since then it is this name that first comes to the mind of any user from any country in the world when trying to find an association for the concept of a tablet computer. We think about the tablet, and the iPad immediately comes to mind, even if we are an ardent fan of Samsung or Microsoft products. This article contains the history of the development of the iPad from 2010 to 2020.

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First iPad (2010)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A4;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 GB;
Colors: silver back panel, black front panel;
Model Numbers: A1219 (Wi-Fi) and A1337 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

The idea of creating a tablet originated with Steve Jobs in the middle of the “zero”, however, the busy engineers at Apple projects iPod Touch and iPhone allowed to proceed with its implementation and release the finished device only by 2010. So the first iPad appeared – an intermediate link between a laptop and a smartphone, with a 9.7-inch multi-touch screen and a resolution of 1028 × 768 pixels (132 ppi).

The first iPad had a single-core Apple A4 processor with a frequency of 1 GHz and 256 MB of RAM, which looks very sad by today’s standards. The tablet did not have cameras at all, although the iOS 4 it supported already provided the ability to make video calls using FaceTime.

The first iPad supported a microSIM card.

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iPad 2 (2011)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A5;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 GB;
Colors: silver back, black or white front;
Model Numbers: A1395 (Wi-Fi), A1396 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1397 (Wi-Fi + CDMA).

So, even for the level of technology development at the end of 2010, the first apple tablet was not impressive by the characteristics, to put it mildly. But in March 2011, Apple introduced a new version of the iPad, in the description of which you can find many numbers “2”. The iPad 2 processor became 2-core, 2 times more RAM (512 MB) was installed, 2 cameras with a resolution of 0.3 and 0.7 MP appeared immediately. In addition, Cellular models now support the more popular MicroSIM cards, instead of the bulky standard ones.

In 2012, Apple also released a modified version of the iPad 2 with increased battery life, which was achieved due to the improved Apple A5 processor (manufactured using the 32-nm process technology) and a more capacious battery.

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iPad 3 (early 2012)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A5X;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 GB;
Colors: silver back, black or white front;
Model Numbers: A1416 (Wi-Fi), A1430 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1403 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, only for Verizon subscribers)

The main innovation of the iPad 3 was the Retina-display with a resolution of 2048 × 1536 pixels, which provided twice as high picture quality – 264 dots per square inch compared to 132 points in previous models. In addition, instead of the unhelpful 0.7-megapixel main camera, the iPad 3 was equipped with a competitive 5 megapixel iSight optical module. The Apple A5X processor had all the same two cores and a clock frequency of 1 GHz, but the capacity of the RAM module was doubled again, to 1 GB.

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iPad 4 (end of 2012)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A6X;
Memory: 16, 32, 64, 128 GB;
Colors: silver back, black or white front;
Model Numbers: A1458 (Wi-Fi), A1459 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1460 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, MM (multi-mode))

Six months later, in October 2012, another update was waiting for the line of apple tablets. The main thing, from the point of view of the evolution of the lineup, was the appearance in the new iPad of the 8-pin Lightning port (before that, a wide 30-pin port was used), which is used to charge and synchronize iOS devices to this day. In addition, the iPad 4 was equipped with a faster Apple A6X processor and PowerVR SGX554MP4 graphics core, as well as a front-facing FaceTime camera with a 1.2 MP sensor. In February 2013, iPad 4 with a built-in memory of 128 GB appeared on sale.

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iPad mini (end of 2012)

Screen – 7.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A5;
Memory: 16, 32 and 64 GB;
Colors: silver or gray back panel, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1432 (Wi-Fi), A1454 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1455 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, (multi-mode)).

The first “minik” became another intermediate link between a smartphone and a full-sized tablet PC. iPad mini with a screen diagonal of 7.9 inches received a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels (which corresponds to 163 ppi), as well as the Apple A5 processor, which was pretty outdated at that time. The compactness of the device was provided by narrowed side frames, and the volume rocker was divided into two autonomous buttons.

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iPad Air (end of 2013)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A7;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver back panel or space gray colors, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1474 (Wi-Fi), A1475 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1476 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, TD-LTE).

The “air” name of the iPad Air introduced in October 2013 was explained by the compactness and lightness of the device – it became 2 mm thinner, 16 mm narrower and almost 30% lighter than the previous model. Following the iPhone 5s, the new flagship of the tablet line has become Apple’s second mobile gadget with its own 64-bit A7 processor (compared to the “smartphone” analog, it was even pushed to 0.1 GHz).

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iPad mini 2 (end of 2013)

Screen – 7.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A5;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver or gray back panel, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1489 (Wi-Fi), A1490 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1491 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, TD-LTE)).

iPad mini 2, aka iPad mini with Retina display, was introduced simultaneously with the iPad Air on October 22, 2013. It is easy to guess that the main difference from the first mini-model was the high-resolution Retina screen (2048 × 1536 pixels, 326 dpi). The compact version of the tablet was also equipped with the 62-bit Apple A7 chip and the M7 motion coprocessor, thus putting it on the same shelf with the top gadgets of its time.

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iPad Air 2 (end of 2014)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A8X;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 GB and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray colors, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1566 (Wi-Fi), A1567 Wi-Fi + Cellular).

In iPad Air 2, Apple for the first time for mobile devices used the 3-core Apple A8X processor, which had a decent clock speed of 1.8 GHz, and also increased the amount of RAM to 2 GB. In addition, it was decided to abandon the specification with 32 GB of internal memory (it was later added) and implement the Touch ID fingerprint scanner expected by many users, which has passed the annual run-in on the iPhone 5s. Another long-awaited improvement is the upgrade of the matrix of the main iSight camera to 8 megapixels.

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iPad mini 3 (end of 2014)

Screen – 7.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A7;
Memory: 16, 64 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray color, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1599 (Wi-Fi), A1600 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

iPad mini 3 did not receive three processor cores; in general, its filling and design practically does not differ from the previous model. Of the notable innovations, only the appearance of the fingerprint sensor Touch ID and the golden color of the body can be noted.

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iPad Pro 12.9 inches (end of 2015)

Screen – 12.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A9X;
Memory: 32, 128 GB and 256 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray colors, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1584 (Wi-Fi), A1652 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

In September 2015, Apple introduced the first device in the line of professional tablets, which can handle many tasks previously performed exclusively on laptops and desktop PCs. The gadget received a large 12.9-inch screen with a resolution of 2732 × 2048 pixels, a 2-core Apple A9X chip with PowerVR Series 7XT graphics and an M9 co-processor, as many as 4 GB of RAM, a smart connector for connecting at least a smart keyboard, stylus support Apple Pencil and four speakers for better sound.

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iPad mini 4 (end of 2015)

Screen – 7.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A8;
Memory: 16, 32, 64 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray color, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1538 (Wi-Fi), A1550 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

Then, in September 2015, the public was shown the latest model of the 4th generation iPad mini. The gadget pulled itself to the iPad Air 2 in terms of technical specifications, having received an Apple A8 processor, 2 GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel camera. In addition, for the first time, the parameters of the case were changed (for example, it became thinner), which created a difference when buying accessories for the iPad mini 4 and earlier models of the line.

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iPad Pro 9.7 inches (2016)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A9X;
Memory: 32, 128 and 256 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or colors “space gray”, “pink gold”, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1673 (Wi-Fi), A1674 / A1675 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

The professional iPad in the familiar 9.7-inch form factor was slightly inferior to its older brother in technical specifications. It was equipped with a slightly less productive specification of the Apple A9X processor (2.16 GHz versus 2.26 GHz in the 12.9-inch model) and a halved RAM module – two gigabytes against four. But the 9.7-inch iPad Pro was the first among all apple gadgets to receive True Tone technology, which allows the display to change the color temperature depending on the level of ambient light.

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iPad 5 (2017)

Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A9;
Memory: 32 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray color, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1822 (Wi-Fi), A1823 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

In March 2017, Apple again diversified its line of tablets, offering a more affordable option for users who do not need iPad Pro features. The 9.7-inch gadget received a rather modest display matrix with a resolution of 2048 × 1536 (like the first-generation iPad Air), an Apple A9 processor (without an “X”), an 8-megapixel main camera. At the same time, the device added in dimensions and weight, when compared with the iPad Air 2.

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Screen – 10.5 inches;
CPU – Apple A9X;
Memory: 64, 256 and 512 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or colors “space gray”, “pink gold”, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1701 (Wi-Fi), A1709 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1852 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Apple engineers managed to fit the 10.5-inch iPad Pro into a case comparable in size to the iPad Pro 9.7, while equipping the device with the top-end 6-core Apple A9X processor made using the 10-nanometer manufacturing process. In addition, ProMotion technology was introduced into the tablet, which allows reaching a display refresh rate of 120 Hz.

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Screen – 10.5 inches;
CPU – A10X Fusion;
Memory: 64, 256 and 512 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray colors, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1670 (Wi-Fi), A1671 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1821 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Like the 10.5-inch model, the second-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro was introduced in June 2017 and mainly differed from its predecessor in the presence of a productive Apple A10X Fusion chip, as well as a display with ProMotion technology. In addition, a new option was added for the amount of internal memory – 512 GB.

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Screen – 9.7 inches;
CPU – Apple A10 Fusion;
Memory: 32 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back panel or space gray color, black or white front panel;
Model Numbers: A1893 (Wi-Fi), A1954 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

A year after the fifth-generation iPad was released, Apple made a minor update to the device, mainly related to performance. Visually, the tablet has not changed at all, but it received a new Apple A10 Fusion processor, the M19 Motion co-processor and updated graphics.

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Screen – 11 inches;
CPU – Apple A12X Bionic;
Memory: 64, 256, 512 GB and 1 TB;
Colors: silver or dark gray back panel, black front panel;
Model Numbers: A1980 (Wi-Fi), A2013 and A1934 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1979 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Once again, Apple engineers demonstrated the ability to save space – with an 11-inch Liquid Retina screen with a resolution of 2388 × 1688 pixels, the new tablet fit in the case of the previous 10.5-inch model, and it also became a little thinner and lighter.

At the same time, the gadget was equipped with the top-end 8-core Apple A12X Bionic processor, Face ID technology (TrueDepth, “Portrait Mode”, Animoji and Memoji) and a USB-C port for charging. Separately, it is worth noting the appearance of a version with a 1 TB drive.

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Screen – 12.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A12X Bionic;
Memory: 64, 256, 512 GB and 1 TB;
Colors: silver or dark gray back panel, black front panel;
Model Numbers: A1876 (Wi-Fi), A2014 and A1895 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1983 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

The larger model has the same distinguishing features as the 11-inch. There is also no 3.5 mm jack for connecting a headset, Lightning is replaced by USB-C, the Home button along with Touch ID has given way to Face ID technology. The latter, by the way, implies the presence of another patented apple development TrueDepth, which allows you to take pictures in the “Portrait” mode, create Animoji and Memoji.

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Screen – 10.5 inches;
CPU – Apple A12 Bionic;
Memory: 64 and 256 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back or space gray colors;
Model Numbers: A2152 (Wi-Fi), A2123 and A2153 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A2154 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Apple did not release updates for the “airborne” tablet line for quite some time, taking a substantial pause between the iPad Air 2nd generation of 2014 and the last representative of the series at the moment – iPad Air 3rd generation of 2019. Naturally, it makes no sense to compare models separated by such a large time interval, so we will only briefly dwell on the key features of the latter.

In general, the tablet is a hodgepodge of time-tested modules, arranged to get something in between the base iPad and the top iPad Pro. So, the 3rd generation Apple iPad Air received the Apple A12 Bionic processor, borrowed from the flagship (at that time) iPhone XS, the design and dimensions of the device’s case are indistinguishable from the 10.5-inch iPad Pro, the usual 12-megapixel main camera is installed, 3 GB of RAM, stereo speakers, declared support for the 1st generation Apple Pencil stylus.

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Screen – 7.9 inches;
CPU – Apple A12 Bionic;
Memory: 64 and 256 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back or space gray colors;
Model Numbers: A2133 (Wi-Fi), A2124 and A2126 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A2125 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Together with the iPad Air 3 in March 2019, Apple also decided to reincarnate the line of compact 7.9-inch tablets. The 5th generation iPad mini inherited the design, screen, and main camera of the previous iPad mini 4, released in 2015, but received the same Apple A12 Bionic processor as the iPad Air 3, True Tone technology and the first generation Apple Pencil stylus.

Thus, the 5th generation iPad mini has a 7.9-inch Retina screen with a resolution of 2048 × 1536 pixels (image density of 326 dpi), an advanced Apple A12 Bionic processor for its time, and a mediocre, to say the least, 8-megapixel the camera. By the way, the front camera received a new matrix with a resolution of 7 MP, which came in 2019 to replace the 1.2-megapixel module from the 4th generation iPad.

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Screen – 10.2 inches;
CPU – Apple A10 Fusion;
Memory: 32 and 128 GB;
Colors: silver, gold back or space gray colors;
Model Numbers: A2197 (Wi-Fi), A2200, A2198 (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

The budget version of the 7th generation full-length Apple iPad tablet was introduced in September 2019 along with the new iPhone models. As expected, the base tablet received a half-inch larger screen and the ability to connect a physical keyboard via the Smart Connector, but was clearly demarcated from the top devices with performance capabilities.

The 7th generation iPad is equipped with an Apple A10 Fusion processor, which debuted back in the iPhone 7/7 Plus in 2016. The chip’s capabilities are enough to work with most of the applications available at the time of the release of the App Store, but today it is considered significantly outdated. The diagonal of the screen increased from the usual 9.7 to 10.2 inches, which minimally affected the dimensions of the case, the Lightning port is used as the main interface, which means the presence of a 3.5 mm audio jack, the Touch ID scanner is used to identify the user. The cameras have not changed – an 8-megapixel lens with flash is located on the rear panel, and a real museum exhibit is responsible for FaceTime calls – a front camera with a resolution of 1.2 MP.

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Screen – 11 inches;
CPU – Apple A12Z;
Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB;
Colors: silver back or space gray colors;
Model Numbers: A2228 (Wi-Fi), A2068 and A2230 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) and A2231 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Chinese market).

Очередное весеннее обновление планшетов Apple традиционно прошло без помпы, особенно с учетом коронавирусного карантина 2020 года, а главной неожиданностью стало отсутствие ожидаемого процессора Apple A12X. Тем не мене, несколько приятных сюрпризов для потенциальных покупателей все же было анонсировано.

Итак, как уже говорилось выше, вместо ожидаемого Apple A12x в обе модели iPad Pro 2020 года установили чипы с новым для компании неймингом — Apple A12Z. Ощутимого превосходства этого процессора над базовым Apple A12 выявить не удалось, самой компанией завялена лишь улучшенная работа при пиковой нагрузке. Приятной новостью стало обновление физической клавиатуры для iPad Pro 2020 года, теперь она имеет полноценный встроенный тачпад, соответствующий новым возможностям iPadOS. Ну и конечно же, нельзя не упомянуть двойную камеру, имеющую еще и новый сенсор LiDAR, точно определяющий расстояние до объекта.

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Экран — 12,9 дюйма;
CPU — Apple A12Z;
Память: 128 ГБ, 256 ГБ, 512 ГБ, 1 ТБ;
Colors: серебристая задняя панель или цвета «серый космос»;
Номера моделей: A2229 (Wi-Fi), A2069 и A2232 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) и A2233 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, китайский рынок).

Самый топовый на 2020 год планшет Apple отличается от 11-дюймового собрата лишь размерами и диагональю экрана. 12-дюймовый iPad Pro второго поколения визуально отличим от модели 2018 года выпуска лишь наличием тройной основной камеры. Планшет имеет поддержку Face ID для идентификации пользователя, фронтальную панель без физических элементов управления, порт USB Type-C и Smart Connector для подключения QWERTY-клавиатуры с тачпадом.

Как отмечают специалисты, Apple продолжает возлагать большие надежды на технологии дополненной реальности и обкатывает новые наработки в этом направлении на новом типе процессора Apple A12Z. Кроме того, для тех же целей был внедрен новый сканер LiDAR, умеющий определять скорость прохождения света и, следственно, очень точное расстояние до объекта в радиусе пяти метров. Среди прочих обновлений стоит выделить двойную основную камеру (12 МП с диафрагмой f/1.8 и 10 МП с диафрагмой f/2.4) и поддержку новых физических клавиатур с тачпадом.

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