iPhone 8

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iPhone 8 Review

Released in 2017, the iPhone 8 is a few years old now but still offers great value for money. As of 2022, it’s still receiving iOS updates from Apple, so you can take advantage of all the latest features and security updates.

With Apple’s A11 Bionic chip, a refurbished iPhone 8 can still keep up with most tasks you’ll ask of your phone. It has a 4.7-inch screen, so is smaller than the newer models like the iPhone 11, but will still be more than enough for you to enjoy watching videos.

The 12MP rear camera and 7MP front camera will allow you to take beautiful photos and has a larger sensor and smarter software compared to the iPhone 7, so it’s definitely worth choosing the iPhone 8 if you like to take stunning photos that have good contrast and detail.

Overall, buying an iPhone 8 is a great purchase if you’re on a budget but still want a great iPhone that has some of the latest features.

Is the iPhone 8 still worth buying?

We think it is! The iPhone 8 was a top phone when it was first released in 2017, and it has aged well. It still has a great camera and powerful chip inside it, so if you’re on a tight budget and you’re not worried about having the latest model, it’s a great option.

The iPhone 8 still receives the latest updates from Apple, and it’s compatible with iOS 16 that’s coming in autumn 2022, so you’ll definitely be covered for a while yet. But if you’d prefer a device that’s a little more future-proof, you could consider the iPhone X.

What’s the difference between the iPhone 7 and 8?

The main visible difference between the iPhone 7 and 8 is that the iPhone 8 has a glass back which allows wireless charging. The iPhone 7 has a 7000-series aluminium back, which looks great but isn’t able to support the charging, so we think it’s a worthy upgrade. The iPhone 8 is also faster than the iPhone 7, thanks to the A11 Bionic chip inside, but the iPhone 7 can still hold its own.

The biggest difference between the iPhone 7 and 8 is that the iPhone 8 is compatible with iOS 16, coming in autumn 2022. The iPhone 7 won’t be, so if you want all the latest features and security updates from Apple, it’s best to go with the iPhone 8.

Is the iPhone 8 waterproof?

The iPhone 8 is not waterproof. However, Apple has given it a rating that means that it can resist water damage under 1 metre of fresh water for up to a maximum of 30 minutes. So we definitely wouldn’t recommend using your phone near water, but if you do drop it in a puddle, you’re probably OK.