Design and Build

Dimensions and Weight: The iPhone 8 Plus boasts dimensions of 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm and weighs approximately 202 grams. The design is characterized by a luxurious glass front and back, framed with an aluminum body, providing both aesthetics and durability.

Build Quality: It features Corning-made glass, ensuring scratch and impact resistance which is a testament to its build quality designed to withstand the rigors of daily use.

Display Features

Screen Size and Type: The device features a 5.5-inch Retina IPS LCD display, offering a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. This translates to a sharp, clear image quality which is enhanced by the display’s 625 nits brightness capacity.

Protection: The screen is fortified with ion-strengthened glass and supports 3D Touch functionality, which allows users to interact with the device in nuanced ways based on touch pressure.

Performance

Operating System: Initially shipped with iOS 11, the iPhone 8 Plus supports upgrades up to iOS 16.7.5, ensuring it remains up-to-date with the latest apps and security features.

Chipset, CPU, and GPU: It operates on the Apple A11 Bionic chipset and features a hexa-core CPU that combines two Monsoon cores and four Mistral cores. This is complemented by a three-core Apple GPU, which together deliver robust performance and graphic processing capabilities.

Camera Specifications

Main Camera: The rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide and a 12 MP telephoto lens, supporting 2x optical zoom and equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for sharp, stable shots. The camera system also offers quad-LED dual-tone flash and HDR for enhanced photo quality.

Video Capabilities: Users can record video at multiple resolutions, including 4K at 24/30/60 fps and 1080p at 30/60/120/240 fps, making it versatile for various multimedia applications.

Memory and Storage

The iPhone 8 Plus is available in several storage variants: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, all paired with 3GB of RAM. This configuration provides ample space for apps, photos, videos, and other data, although it lacks a card slot for expandable storage.

Connectivity Options

Wireless Technologies: The device supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, along with hotspot capabilities. Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE ensures robust connectivity with other devices.

GPS and USB: It includes comprehensive GPS capabilities with support for GLONASS, GALILEO, and QZSS. A Lightning USB 2.0 port is used for charging and data transfer.

Battery Life

The iPhone 8 Plus is equipped with a non-removable Li-Ion 2691 mAh battery. It supports 15W wired charging, promising up to 50% charge in about 30 minutes, and also offers wireless charging capabilities.

Audio and Sound

While it lacks a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack, the iPhone 8 Plus compensates with stereo speakers that deliver superior sound quality, enhancing the audio experience during media playback or voice calls.

Additional Features

Sensors and Security: It has a front-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, and barometer. The inclusion of a torch adds to its utility.