Part 1: Evaluating Design, Improved Performance, and the Fingerprint Reader

Traditionally, in September, Apple introduced a new version of its iPhone. True, this time two variants of the smartphone were presented at once: the top-end iPhone 5s and the cheaper plastic iPhone 5c. And now we can get acquainted with the first of these two new products in person.

The site went out, which tells all the voiced information about the iPhone 5s and 5c (positioning, the main differences between the two models, etc.). Therefore, we will not repeat them and immediately move on to talking about competitors, but for clarity, here is a list of the characteristics of the iPhone 5s.

• Apple A7 SoC @ 1.3GHz 64-bit (2 cores, Cyclone architecture based on ARMv8)
• GPU PowerVR SGX 6-series (presumably)
• RAM 1 GB
• Flash memory from 16 GB to 64 GB (actual maximum storage capacity is 56.7 GB)
• Support for microSD memory cards is missing
• Operating system iOS 7.0 (update 7.0.1 available)
• Touch display IPS, 4 ″, 1136 × 640 (324 ppi), capacitive, multitouch
• Cameras 8 megapixel (Full HD video) and 1.2 megapixel (front)
• 720p 120 fps video support
• Wi-Fi 802.11b / g / n (2.4 and 5 GHz)
• Communication: GSM, CDMA, 3G, EVDO, HSPA +, LTE (2100/1900/1800/850/2600/900 MHz)
• Bluetooth 4.0
• 3.5mm headphone / microphone jack, Lightning
• Li-polymer battery 5.96 Wh (1570 mAh)
• Touch ID Fingerprint Scanner
• Accelerometer
• GPS / Glonass
• Gyroscope
• Compass
• Dimensions 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm
• Weight 112 g

Firstly, Apple is ignoring the fashion for huge screens for now. “And thank God,” some readers will say. But people are still gradually getting used to screens of a larger size - even if not 6 inches (this is still not an amateur), but, say, 5 inches has long been considered quite a universal size. And after a smartphone with a 5 "screen, the user is unlikely to want to buy a device with a 4" screen.

Secondly, in terms of dpi density and performance characteristics, the iPhone is no longer the leader (although, of course, even with lower performance, the iPhone often provides greater user comfort due to a good optimization of the software platform). Let's take a look at how Apple's new flagship compares to its predecessor, as well as rivals such as the Samsung Galaxy S4 and Sony Xperia Z1.

	Apple iPhone 5s	Apple iPhone 5	Samsung Galaxy S4	Sony Xperia Z1
Screen	4 ″, IPS, 1136 × 640, 326 ppi	4 ″, IPS, 1136 × 640, 326 ppi	4.99 ″, Super AMOLED, 1920 × 1080, 441 ppi	5 ″, ASV *, 1920 × 1080, 440 ppi
SoC (processor)	Apple A7 @ 1.3 GHz 64 bits (2 cores, Cyclone architecture based on ARMv8)	Apple A6 @ 1.3 GHz (2 cores, ARMv7s * architecture)	Samsung Exynos 5 Octa @ 1.4 GHz (4 cores ARM Cortex-A15) and @ 1.2 GHz (4 cores ARM Cortex-A7) or Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 APQ8064T @ 1.9 GHz (4 cores, Krait)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 @ 2.2 GHz (4 cores, Krait 400)
GPU	PowerVR SGX 6 Series *	PowerVR SGX543MP3	PowerVR SGX544MP3 or Adreno 320	Adreno 330
Flash memory	from 16 to 64 GB	from 16 to 64 GB	from 16 to 64 GB	16 GB
Connectors		Lightning dock connector, 3.5mm headphone jack		Micro-USB, 3.5mm headphone jack
Memory card support	No	No	microSD (up to 64 GB)	microSD (up to 64 GB)
RAM	1 GB	1 GB	2 GB	2 GB
Cameras	rear (8 megapixel; video shooting 1080p 30 fps and 720p 120 fps) and front (1.2 megapixel; video shooting and transmission 720p)	rear (8 MP; 1080p video shooting) and front (1.2 MP; 720p video shooting and transmission)	rear (13 Mp; video shooting 1080p) and front (2 Mp)	rear (20.7 megapixel; video shooting 1080p) and front (2.2 megapixel; shooting and transferring video 1080p)
Support for LTE networks (frequency bands, MHz)	2100 / 1900 / 1800 / 850 / 2600 / 900	850 / 1800 / 2100	1800/2100/2600/800/850/900 (Snapdragon 600 only)	Band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20
Battery capacity (mAh)	1570	1440	2600	3050
Operating system	Apple iOS 7	Apple iOS 6 (upgrade to iOS 7 available)	Google Android 4.2.2	Google Android 4.2.2
Dimensions (mm) **	124 x 59 x 7.6	124 x 59 x 7.6	137 × 70 × 7.9	144 × 74 × 8.5
Weight (g)	112	112	130	170

* - presumably
** - according to the official data of the manufacturers

As you can see from the specs, the iPhone 5s has only three advantages over the flagships of Sony and Samsung, two of which are quite mysterious. Firstly, it is a 64-bit processor (the big question is whether this gives a real performance advantage), and secondly, the ability to shoot video at a frame rate of 120 frames per second. Finally, thirdly, it is less weight / thickness. However, the thickness difference with both competitors is minimal (less than 1 mm).

On all other fronts, the new iPhone is inferior to its rivals: the density of dots per inch of the screen, and the amount of RAM, and the characteristics of the SoC (not counting 64-bit), and the resolution of the rear camera, and the battery capacity, and support for microSD ... But let's not draw conclusions ahead of time, especially since it is always difficult to compare Apple devices with Android smartphones based on characteristics alone. Therefore, let's get down to a personal acquaintance with the iPhone 5s.

Equipment

iPhone 5 is available in three color options: White / Silver, Black / Silver, and White / Gold. We tested black and silver, but its box is white.

The package contents are identical to the iPhone 5: an envelope with information leaflets, stickers with the Apple logo, a clip for removing the SIM tray, EarPods, a cable for connecting to a PC via USB or to a 220 V plug, and a charger.

As in the case of the iPhone 5, we note the presence of EarPods as a big plus, which, unlike most smartphone headphones, give really decent sound quality and fit comfortably into your ears.

Design

As expected, the design of the iPhone 5s is almost identical to the design of the iPhone 5 (aside from the color differences, which we will definitely tell you about). On the one hand, this design looks quite advantageous even now, but the effect of novelty, of course, is absent, and in today's rapidly changing market it is already risky.

However, new color schemes bring some effect of the update. It's not even about the notorious golden case, but about the gray back panel on the black version of the smartphone. This shade is richer and more interesting than last year's black. Although - there may be different opinions.

The second difference besides the color is the changed front button. Now it feels a little different, it is not concave, but just a little recessed into the body. And, of course, now there is no white square drawn on it. As for the rest of the buttons, they are located identically to the previous model.

On the left side there are two round volume control buttons, as well as a lever for turning on the silent mode. On the top is the Power button. All buttons are pressed quite tightly, with a distinct sound.

On the bottom there is a Lightning connector, a 3.5 mm jack for a headset, as well as holes for the speaker (right) and built-in microphone (left).

On the right side there is only a cradle for a Nano-SIM SIM card (the same SIM cards were used in the iPhone 5, but since then they have not become a standard for other smartphone manufacturers).

We also note the impeccable build quality: you can only admire the quality of all the elements of the case.

Summing up the conversation about design, we admit that the appearance of previously unused color schemes certainly introduces an element of novelty, although in general there remains the feeling that Apple is no longer keeping up with the market. The design of iPhones is good, but not so good that you don't make any significant changes for two years.

The fingerprint scanner

One of the main features of the new iPhone is the fingerprint scanner. It is located on the Home button. You can add multiple fingers to the device, and you can use the scanner when unlocking (instead of a password) or when shopping in the App Store and iTunes Store, which is much more convenient than driving in a password every time.

You can enter your fingerprint into the system either during the initial setup of the iPhone, or later, through the Settings menu. Fingerprint creation is simple and intuitive: you are asked to touch the Home button several times (about 10-15 times). Once the system has memorized your fingerprint, you can touch the Home button with your finger in different ways: a slight change in the touch angle does not matter. After creating the fingerprint, we had no problems using it - the system quickly recognizes your finger.

Screen

The screen of the iPhone 5s has not changed compared to the previous version of the flagship of the Apple smartphone line. This is the previous 4 inches and 1136 × 640 dots, which gives a density of 326 dpi. But if a year ago these parameters still looked acceptable, today they seem frankly outdated. Most manufacturers equip their top-end devices with Full HD screens and achieve pixel densities in excess of 400 ppi. And only Apple still fell short of even 720p resolution.

Another thing is how much the race for the number of pixels per inch and other characteristics is necessary here. Because even in spite of not the most attractive parameters, the screen of the iPhone 5s still looks great and does not cause a feeling of looseness of fonts or any other negative emotions. But it is significant that Apple, which three years ago became a trendsetter with its Retina display in the iPhone 4 and seemed the undisputed leader, today lags behind even the average.

Software

iPhone 5s comes pre-installed with iOS 7. And a day and a half before the release of the new iPhone, it became available for download to owners of previous versions of iOS devices. Regarding iOS 7, many copies have already been broken, and the Internet is full of parodies and demotivators on the topic of iOS 7 and the struggle of Apple chief designer Jony Ive against skeuomorphism (imitation of real objects with their shadows, etc.).

We will not list the features of iOS 7, since this has already been done in the report from the Apple presentation, but we will tell you about our subjective impressions of using iOS 7.

First impression: she really looks fresh. Whether you like the new style or not, Apple has long lacked such a bold update. But the colors are still too acidic: as if I got into the store of lollipops and other children's sweets. In addition, many of the icons look so different from their predecessors that they can be difficult to find. For example, try to find the Kiosk icon right off the bat!

Second impression: Jony Ive, having grasped the design of iOS, decided, it seems, to remake it entirely, in all details. Even little things like downloading apps now look different. And you can't say which is better. Just differently (see the right screenshot above). Perhaps you shouldn't have taken on innovations so zealously - you could first, say, let people get used to a new visual style, and then introduce changes.

Third impression: the new fonts really made the system look sleeker and lighter. This is especially striking on the iPad, but on the iPhone, everything has become more airy thanks to the fonts.

And the last thing: a lot of really convenient and long-awaited things have appeared (for example, a single browser line or the ability to quickly get to the flashlight and Airplane mode), but their development is burdened by the need to get used to many others - purely external (that is, they do not contain new functionality or convenience) - changes.

Can we recommend iOS 7? We are all realists and understand that sooner or later all users of more or less new iPhone models will have to switch to it. But for the buyers of the iPhone 5s and 5c, no one gives a choice at all. On the other hand, this is not such a tragedy. Everything changes, evolves, and iOS 7 cannot be unequivocally assessed as more (or less) successful than iOS 6. Although we would have preferred that all the innovations contained in it were divided into two full-fledged releases.

Performance

The iPhone 5s is powered by Apple's new A7 SoC (recall that the iPhone 5 had the Apple A6). The main feature of the new SoC is the 64-bit architecture of the "desktop class" (as it was said at the presentation).

If not for this feature, so far unseen for mobile devices, the characteristics of the new SoC would only cause disappointment and skepticism. Judge for yourself: the processor frequency is a ridiculous 1.3 GHz, and there are only two cores (although quad-core CPUs are already found even in budget devices). True, it uses the ARMv8 instruction set, on the basis of which the new architecture, called Cyclone, is made.

In addition, the exact GPU model is not reported, but it is believed to be the sixth series of PowerVR SGX GPUs not yet used in other devices.

As for the amount of RAM, it has remained unchanged compared to the iPhone 5 - 1 GB (which, again, is very small by modern standards).

But, in the end, it makes no sense to draw any conclusions based on characteristics alone, and it is much more interesting to see what results the new iPhone demonstrates in benchmarks.

Let's start with browser benchmarks: SunSpider 1.0, Octane Benchmark, and Kraken Benchmark. In all cases, we used the Safari browser from iOS 7 on Apple devices, and Google Chrome on Android.

As we can see, the difference between iPhone 5s and iPhone 5 is more than significant. But it is also significant that all competitors are left behind. Is that NVIDIA Shield (which, by the way, has the closest screen resolution to the iPhone) was able to outrun the new product in one of three tests. But the rest of the result is eloquent.

Now let's see how the iPhone 5s performs in Geekbench 2, a multi-platform benchmark that measures CPU and RAM performance.

The results of this test are seriously affected by the number of CPU cores, so the result is quite natural: due to the more progressive architecture, the Apple iPhone 5s greatly outperforms its predecessor, but at the same time it is noticeably inferior to multi-core Android competitors.

Left - iPhone 5s results, right - iPhone 5

Here the difference between the iPhone 5 and 5s is no longer so striking, although it is still there, and quite significant.

Now let's see the GPU performance. There are two multiplatform benchmarks available here: GFXBench (formerly GLBenchmark 2.7) and 3DMark. Let's start with the GFXBench results.

	Apple iPhone 5s (Apple A7)	Apple iPhone 5 (Apple A6)	NVIDIA Shield (NVIDIA Tegra 4)	Samsung Galaxy S4 (Exynos 5410 Octa)	Sony Xperia Z1 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 800)
GFXBench 2.7.2 T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Offscreen)	25 fps	6.6 fps	24 fps	11.7 fps	23 fps
GFXBench 2.7.2 T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Onscreen)	27 fps	13.6 fps	39 fps	12.9 fps	24 fps
GFXBench 2.7.2 T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Offscreen Fixed Timestep)	23 fps	6.6 fps	23 fps	11.3 fps	21 fps
GFXBench 2.7.2 T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Onscreen Fixed Timestep)	26 fps	13.8 fps	36 fps	11.3 fps	23 fps
GFXBench 2.7.2 Egypt HD (C24Z16)	56 fps	29.7 fps	59 fps	40.0 fps	59 fps
GFXBench 2.7.2 Egypt HD (C24Z16 Offscreen)	48 fps	40.4 fps	65 fps	38.1 fps	55 fps

And what do we see? Previously, Apple devices dominated this benchmark. But now the picture has changed: at least two SoCs - NVIDIA Tegra 4 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 - are not inferior to Apple's latest SoC in terms of GPU performance, and in some ways even surpass it. The only good news is the progress of the latter in comparison with the iPhone 5. Well, if we speak apart from the competition with Android devices, the iPhone 5s, of course, looks like an ideal mobile gaming platform, and for at least two more years all new games will be tough for it.

The situation is similar here. The iPhone 5s performed well on the whole (the Maxed out! notation is especially revealing in a weaker mode, which means that this test for the iPhone 5s is too easy), but compared to the Android flagships, they are no longer so impressive.

In general, judging by the benchmarks, a miracle did not happen: the Apple A7, coupled with 1 GB of RAM, performed on a par or even lost to the Android flagships in most tests. But on the other hand, he left far behind the Apple A6, so progress within the framework of one platform is encouraging. In the end, for iPhone users this is even more important, because even when using multi-platform benchmarks, comparison with Android devices is not entirely correct: for Apple devices, developers optimize their applications more carefully, and this allows them to use their hardware capabilities more efficiently. Therefore, despite not the most outstanding result "in parrots", the conclusion for practical use will be this: if you want to play the coolest mobile games in the next two years, buy an iPhone 5s. It doesn't matter how many bits, gigahertz and cores there are. So far, this is not so important.

However, another conclusion is important for the industry: it is more and more difficult for Apple to compete in this field, and if earlier iOS devices were unambiguously leading in performance, but today the result is ambiguous, then it is possible that in a year Apple will already be in catching up, and no software programs will help. optimizations and other features of the iOS platform.

Autonomous work

The battery capacity of the iPhone 5s has only slightly increased over the iPhone 5. And judging by gaming tests (taking full advantage of the increased performance), this is clearly not enough. In GLBenchmark 2.5.1 in the Battery test, the iPhone 5 lasted (before automatic shutdown) about 2 hours and 22 minutes (at maximum brightness and maximum settings). And the iPhone 5s didn't even make it to two hours.

On the other hand, in everyday use, we did not notice a significant decrease in battery life compared to the iPhone 5. However, we only had the device on the test for two days, so it's too early to draw any conclusions.

Note that when using GPU benchmarks, the smartphone got very hot. It was uncomfortable to hold it in my hands.

It takes less than two hours to fully charge the battery.

Communication and mobile internet

During the short time that the iPhone 5s was with us for testing, we did not notice any problems with communication during phone calls. The voice of the interlocutor is quite loud and clear, we did not encounter any breaks or weakening of the signal during the conversation (although we took the phone with both the left and right hand, tried to wrap it in different ways). The number of points showing the signal level varied from 3 to 5.

The main intrigue was whether the new iPhone supports Russian LTE networks. And here the situation is mysterious: judging by the characteristics, European models have support for Russian bands. But in fact, the iPhone 5s cannot connect to 4G. This information was confirmed by the representatives of the operators, for whom it also came as a surprise. Apparently, the iPhone 5s has software blocking of networks that have not been approved or tested by Apple. Thus, one can hope that by the time the iPhone 5s is officially released in Russia, LTE support will appear, but now it is not. And the main question here is whether the "gray" smartphones previously imported from Europe will have LTE support, or will they remain without access to 4G.

In the second part of the article, we will test the smartphone screen in detail, as well as study the camera in detail and compare it with the iPhone 5, after which we will summarize.

Information about the brand, model and alternative names of a specific device, if any.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, offered colors, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	58.6 mm (millimeters) 5.86 cm (centimeters) 0.19 ft (feet) 2.31 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	123.8 mm (millimeters) 12.38 cm (centimeters) 0.41 ft (feet) 4.87 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	7.6 mm (millimeters) 0.76 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft (feet) 0.3 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	112 g (grams) 0.25 lbs (pounds) 3.95 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with a rectangular parallelepiped shape.	55.14 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 3.35 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Grey Silver Golden
Materials for the manufacture of the case Materials used for the manufacture of the device body.	Aluminium alloy Glass

SIM card

A SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

Gsm GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analog mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often referred to as a 2G mobile network. It is enhanced by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
CDMA CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) is a channelized access method used in communications in mobile networks. Compared to other 2G and 2.5G standards like GSM and TDMA, it offers faster data transfer rates and higher connectivity more consumers at the same time.	CDMA 800 MHz CDMA 1700/2100 MHz CDMA 1900 MHz
CDMA2000 CDMA2000 is a group of 3G mobile network standards based on CDMA. Benefits include stronger signal strength, less network outages and interruptions, analog signal support, wide spectral coverage, and more.	1xEV-DO Rev. A 1xEV-DO Rev. B
UMTS UMTS stands for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and refers to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is to provide more speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1700/2100 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM / EDGE and UMTS / HSPA with the aim of increasing the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent development of technologies is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 700 MHz Class 13 LTE 700 MHz Class 17 LTE 800 MHz LTE 850 MHz LTE 900 MHz LTE 1700/2100 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 1900 MHz LTE 2100 MHz

Mobile technology and data rates

Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is the system software that controls and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) integrates all the major hardware components of a mobile device into a single chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software required for their operation.	Apple A7 APL0698
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. The value in nanometers is half the distance between the elements in the processor.	28 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	Apple Cyclone ARMv8
Processor size The capacity (bits) of the processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses and buses for data. 64-bit processors offer better performance than 32-bit processors, which in turn are more efficient than 16-bit processors.	64 bit
Instruction set architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets / controls the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv8-A
Level 1 cache (L1) The cache memory is used by the processor to reduce the time it takes to access more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and much faster than both system memory and other levels of cache. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	64 KB + 64 KB (kilobytes)
L2 cache L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but instead has a larger capacity to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for them in L3 cache memory (if available) or in RAM memory.	1024 KB (kilobytes) 1 MB (megabytes)
L3 cache L3 (level 3) cache is slower than L2, but instead has a larger capacity to cache more data. It, like L2, is much faster than system memory (RAM).	4096 KB (kilobytes) 4 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to execute in parallel.	2
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	1300 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics processing unit (GPU) A graphics processing unit (GPU) handles computation for a variety of 2D / 3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most commonly used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, and more.	PowerVR G6430
Number of cores GPU Like a processor, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical computation of various applications.	4
GPU clock speed Speed ​​is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	200 MHz (megahertz)
The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. The data that is saved in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	1 GB (gigabytes)
Memory type (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR3
	M7 motion coprocessor

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) fixed memory.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type / technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends.	IPS
Diagonal On mobile devices, screen size is expressed in terms of the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	4 in (inches) 101.6 mm (millimeters) 10.16 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	1.96 in (inches) 49.87 mm (millimeters) 4.99 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	3.48 in (inches) 88.52 mm (millimeters) 8.85 cm (centimeters)
Aspect ratio The aspect ratio of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.775:1
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper image detail.	640 x 1136 pixels
Pixel density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail.	326 ppi (pixels per inch) 128 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen footprint The approximate percentage of the display area on the front of the device.	61.05% (percent)
Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen.	Capacitive Multitouch Scratch resistant
	Corning Gorilla Glass Retina display 800: 1 contrast ratio 500 cd / m² Oleophobic (lipophobic) coating LED-backlit

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical metrics into signals that can be recognized by the mobile device.

Rear camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its rear panel and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.

Sensor model Information about the make and model of the sensor used by the camera.	Sony Exmor RS
Sensor type
Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with a larger sensor and lower pixel density offer higher image quality despite lower resolution.	4.89 x 3.67 mm (millimeters) 0.24 in (inches)
Pixel size Pixels are usually measured in microns. Larger pixels are capable of capturing more light and therefore provide better low-light performance and wider dynamic range than smaller pixels. On the other hand, smaller pixels allow for higher resolution while maintaining the same sensor size.	1.498 μm (micrometers) 0.001498 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the size of a full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the size of the device's photo sensor. The number shown is the ratio of the diagonals of the full frame sensor (43.3 mm) to the photo sensor specific device.	7.08
ISO (light sensitivity) The ISO value / speed indicates the sensor's sensitivity to light. Digital camera sensors operate within a specific ISO range. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensor's sensitivity to light.	32 - 2500
Light-strength	f / 2.2
Focal length The focal length indicates the distance in millimeters from the sensor to the optical center of the lens. Equivalent focal length (35mm) is the focal length of a mobile device camera, equated to the focal length of a 35mm full-frame sensor, at which the same angle of view will be achieved. It is calculated by multiplying the real focal length of the mobile device camera by the crop factor of its sensor. The crop factor can be defined as the ratio between the diagonals of a 35mm full-size sensor and a mobile device sensor.	4.3 mm (millimeters) 30.43 mm (millimeters) * (35 mm / full frame)
Number of optical elements (lenses) Information about the number of optical elements (lenses) of the camera.	5
Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape.	Dual LED
Image Resolution	3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
	30 frames / sec (frames per second)
Specifications	Autofocus Burst shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographic tags Panoramic shooting HDR shooting Touch focus Face recognition Exposure compensation Self-timer
	IR filter Sapphire crystal glass lens cover 720p @ 120 fps

Front-camera

Smartphones have one or more front cameras of different designs - pop-up camera, PTZ camera, notch or hole in the display, camera under the display.

Sensor type Information about the type of camera sensor. Some of the most widely used sensor types in mobile cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, and others.	CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Light-strength Aperture (also known as aperture, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of the lens aperture, which determines the amount of light entering the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Usually, the f-number is indicated, which corresponds to the largest possible aperture of the aperture.	f / 2.4
Image Resolution Resolution is one of the main characteristics of cameras. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often quote resolutions in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions.	1280 x 960 pixels 1.23 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record.	1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels)
Video recording rate (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording rate (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps.	30 frames / sec (frames per second)
Specifications Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera.	Face unlock
	HDR Exposure compensation

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technology supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Locating

Information about the navigation and positioning technologies supported by the device.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is a technology that enables wireless communication for transferring data over short distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless transfer of data between different types of devices over short distances.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio connector. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Video file formats / codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode / decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge required for their function.

Capacity Battery capacity indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliampere-hours.	1560 mAh (milliampere-hours)
A type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, by the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with the most common mobile devices using lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries.	Li-polymer
Talk time 2G Talk time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during continuous talk on a 2G network.	10 h (hours) 600 min (minutes) 0.4 days
Standby time 2G Standby time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network.	250 h (hours) 15000 min (minutes) 10.4 days
Talk time 3G Talk time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network.	10 h (hours) 600 min (minutes) 0.4 days
3G standby time Standby time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery is completely discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 3G network.	250 h (hours) 15000 min (minutes) 10.4 days
Specifications Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery.	Non-removable

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body when using a mobile device.

SAR level for head (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed if you hold a mobile device close to your ear in a talking position. In Europe, the maximum SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard was established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with the IEC standards, following the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998.	0.93 W / kg (Watts per kilogram)
Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that a person's body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard was established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with ICNIRP guidelines from 1998 and IEC standards.	0.99 W / kg (Watts per kilogram)
Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that a person's body is exposed to if a mobile device is held close to the ear. Maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. US mobile devices are controlled by CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	1.18 W / kg (Watts per kilogram)
Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that a person's body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest SAR value in the United States is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC and CTIA monitors mobile devices for compliance with this standard.	1.18 W / kg (Watts per kilogram)

iPhone 5S is equipped with the Apple A7 processor, the main feature of which is support for 64-bit instructions. In addition, the iPhone 5S has an M7 motion coprocessor that continuously processes data from the smartphone's sensors. The iPhone 5S "Home" button located under the display has a built-in fingerprint scanner with a resolution of 500 ppi, capable of scanning subcutaneous layers. The design of the button has changed: there is no square in the center, and a steel ring surrounds the button. There is no need to press the key - it has become touch-sensitive.

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The most anticipated smartphones of autumn 2013 according to ZOOM.CNews

Recently, the autumn IFA 2013 exhibition has died down, at which manufacturers of a wide variety of equipment showed their new products (and someone released them). Smartphone manufacturers also did not stand aside - now we know what to expect until the end of the year. And today we will tell you about the most interesting of these new products.

The iPhone 5s has become the most common apple smartphone in Russia, and this is despite the fact that after it Apple has released the next three generations. The previous model iPhone 5 is not far behind it. But what are the differences between these two smartphones? Let's find out.

External differences

Models 5 and 5s hardly differ from each other in appearance. The same dimensions are length, width, thickness and even weight.

They are distinguished by the button “ home". If in the early model it was just a concave mechanical button with a branded square inside, then in 5s a Touch ID scanner was added to it. At one time, this was the starting point for almost all manufacturers to embed a fingerprint scanner into their smartphones.

You can also see another difference in the back, this flash... A modified version of the usual "five" has a double flash LED.

Another difference is color solutions to these models. The iPhone 5 was presented in black and white.

In 5s added golden color, and black changed to a lighter shade - gray.

All this allowed a fresh look at the same design and form factor of the smartphone, but still the most important differences are hidden inside the case.

Hardware differences

Central processing unit and display

Specifications screen both smartphones have absolutely identical... This is famous Retina display with an aspect ratio of 16: 9 and a resolution of 1136 × 640 and their density at 326 ppi, which, according to the company's representatives, is ideal for the user's perception.

The most the main difference between the two compared models is the processor. Into the usual " top five»The manufacturer has supplied a processor with two cores A6 with a frequency of 1.3 GHz, but a new chip from the company was integrated into the subsequent version A7... They have the same frequency, but the main difference between the new items is 64-bit processor architecture. The previous smartphone worked on 32-bit processor.

According to the company, this increased the speed of work as much as five times, and the performance was equal to that of personal computers. Another innovation was the built-in coprocessor М7, he took over the monitoring of the operation of sensors such as the accelerometer, built-in compass and gyroscope. This unloaded the main processor and now the smartphone has stopped "slowing down" under heavy load. The acquisition of such a coprocessor opened up new opportunities for the use of fitness applications, including for faster and more efficient operation of the cards.

Looking at cameras, then in 5S the main camera was changed to a more advanced one. Megapixels were left in the same amount, but the size of the pixel itself on the camera sensor was significantly reduced, and now it has become 1.5 μm... It has been said that this will allow for brighter and richer photos both day and night. And as practice has shown, this is really so.

Colors have become more natural without noise, the camera began to miss less with the white balance, in photographs you can see a decrease in interfering glare, in dark rooms you can see more details, and if you need to shoot text in a room from a white sheet of paper, the text appears cleaner and more distinct.

Here is a comparison of the photos. Left iPhone 5, right 5S:

Iphone 5

Iphone 5

Iphone 5

Iphone 5

As previously noted, the change also gave in to flash... Instead of one cold LED, two were inserted into the 5S - cold and warm. As a result, photographs have become more natural and vivid.

Also, due to the new, much more powerful processor, it became faster work phase detection autofocus... Time focusing camera per object has halved. Also began to work better stabilization, photos are easier to take, and videos are less jittery and smoother. The high performance of the new filling also allowed the camera to shoot four times slow-motion video at 120 fps.

The front cameras were left unchanged, in both cases it is the same 1.2 megapixel module.

Gadget memory

There were many rumors that the Apple company was planning to introduce 128 GB memory in the new smartphone, but this remained rumors. Everything remains in 5S without changes, the same 16, 32 and 64 GB of internal memory without expansion options. Those for whom this was not enough could use cloud storage. Nothing has changed in RAM either, manufacturers still insist that 1 GB is enough for all the needs of the user.

Operating system and fingerprint scanner

In 2017, both smartphones can update to iOS 10.2.1, so there is no point in comparing them. As soon as the user connects to the Internet he will be prompted to upgrade to version 10 of the OS, the update "weighs" 2 GB. What differentiates the two smartphones is the presence of a fingerprint scanner and associated software features. The main "chip" in 5S is unlocking the phone when you press the "home" button, and you can also configure the scanner to use Apple Pay. But of course, the main condition for its use is that the finger must be dry and clean.

Battery and sound

On the audio side no changes, but in general, users notice a very high-quality sound for a device such as a smartphone.

The iPhone 5 had a battery 1440 mAh, and the charge was not enough for anything, but in 5S the situation was slightly corrected, increased to 1570 mAh... What did it do? The smartphone has become more durable, the operating time has increased by about 20%, and now you can walk with the phone all day and charge it only at night. But this is with careful use.

Comparison table of models

	iPhone 5	iPhone 5S
Display		4 ″, IPS, resolution 1136 x 640 pixels, 326 ppi
CPU	Apple a6	Apple a7
RAM	1 Gigabyte	1 GB
Built-in memory	16, 32 or 64 GB in use	16/32/64 GB
Main camera	8 MP, f / 2.4 aperture, autofocus, LED flash; 1080p video recording at 30fps	8 MP, f / 2.2 aperture, 1.5 micron pixels, autofocus, dual True Tone LED flash, continuous shooting mode up to 10 frames per second is supported; Video recording in 1080p at 30fps, 720p Slow-Mo (slow motion) at 120fps
Front-camera	1.2 MP, 720p video recording at 30 frames per second	1.2 MP, BSI sensor, 720p video recording at 30 frames per second
Wifi	802.11 a / b / g / n	802.11 a / b / g / n
Bluetooth	4	4
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass	Accelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, M7 motion processor
Navigation	GPS / GLONASS	GPS / GLONASS
Connection	GSM / LTE or CDMA / LTE	GSM / LTE or CDMA / LTE
SIM card	nanoSim	nanoSim
Safety		Fingerprint Login - Touch ID
Operating system	iOS 6 (upgradeable to iOS 10 is possible)	iOS 7 (upgradeable to iOS 10 is possible)
Standby time	Up to 225 hours	Up to 250 hours
Dimensions (edit)	123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6mm	123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6mm
Weight	112 g	112 g
Frame	Aluminum (white, black)	Aluminum ("gold", "silver", "space gray")
Battery	1440 mAh	1570 mAh

What is the bottom line

Outwardly, 5 and 5S are almost the same, but inside they are huge differences. This is a higher-quality main camera, and a twice as powerful processor, and a battery, as well as many new functions that have appeared thanks to the above innovations. The iPhone 5S is in many ways better than the previous version, but all this does not negate the fact that the usual "five" can be a good buy. And the price is lower.

Finish

• Space gray
• Silver

Capacity 1

Weight & Dimensions 2

• Height: 4.87 inches (123.8 mm)
• Width: 2.31 inches (58.6 mm)
• Depth: 0.30 inch (7.6 mm)
• Weight: 3.95 ounces (112 grams)

Chips

• A7 chip with 64-bit architecture
• M7 motion coprocessor

Cellular and Wireless

• Model A1533 (GSM) *: UMTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25)
• Model A1533 (CDMA) *: CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B (800, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); UMTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25)
• Model A1453 *: CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B (800, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); UMTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26)
• Model A1457 *: UMTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
• Model A1530 *: UMTS / HSPA + / DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM / EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20); TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40)
• 802.11a / b / g / n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
• Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

Location

• Assisted GPS and GLONASS
• Digital compass
• Wi-Fi
• Cellular
• iBeacon microlocation

Touch ID

• Fingerprint identity sensor built into the Home button

Display

Retina display

• 4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
• 1136-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 ppi
• 800: 1 contrast ratio (typical)
• 500 cd / m2 max brightness (typical)
• Full sRGB standard
• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating on front
• Support for display of multiple languages ​​and characters simultaneously

iSight Camera

• 8 megapixels with 1.5µ pixels
• ƒ / 2.2 aperture
• Sapphire crystal lens cover
• True Tone flash
• Backside illumination sensor
• Five-element lens
• Hybrid IR filter
• Autofocus
• Tap to focus
• Exposure control
• Auto HDR for photos
• Face detection
• Panorama
• Auto image stabilization
• Burst mode
• Photo geotagging

Video recording

• 1080p HD video recording (30 fps)
• True Tone flash
• Slo-mo video (120 fps)
• Time-lapse video
• Video stabilization
• Take still photos while recording video
• Face detection
• 3x zoom
• Video geotagging

Facetime camera

• 1.2MP photos (1280 by 960)
• ƒ / 2.4 aperture
• 720p HD video recording
• Auto HDR for photos
• Backside illumination sensor
• Face detection
• Exposure control

Video Calling 3

• Facetime
• iPhone 5s to any FaceTime-enabled device over Wi-Fi or cellular
• HVGA-resolution (480 by 368) calls over Wi-Fi

Audio Calling 3

• Facetime
• iPhone 5s to any FaceTime-enabled device over Wi-Fi or cellular
• Wi-Fi calling 4

Audio playback

• Audio formats supported: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX +), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
• User-configurable maximum volume limit

TV and Video

• AirPlay Mirroring, photos, audio, and video out to Apple TV (2nd generation or later)
• Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p through Lightning Digital AV Adapter and Lightning to VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately)
• Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 1080p, 60 frames per second, High Profile level 4.2 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format

External Buttons and Connectors

• On / off - Sleep / wake
• Volume up / down
• Ring / silent
• Home / Touch ID sensor
• 3.5-mm stereo headphone minijack
• Microphone
• Built-in speaker
• Lightning connector

Power and Battery 5

• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter
• Talk time: Up to 10 hours on 3G
• Standby time: Up to 10 days
• Internet use: Up to 8 hours on 3G, up to 10 hours on LTE, up to 10 hours on Wi-Fi
• Video playback: Up to 10 hours
• Audio playback: Up to 40 hours

Sensors

• Touch ID
• Three-axis gyro
• Accelerometer
• Proximity sensor
• Ambient light sensor

Built-in Apps

• Camera
• Photos
• Health
• Messages
• Phone
• Facetime
• Music
• Wallet
• Safari
• Calendar
• iTunes Store
• App Store
• Notes
• Contacts
• iBooks
• Game center
• Weather
• Reminders
• Clock
• Videos
• Stocks
• Calculator
• Voice memos
• Compass
• Podcasts
• Watch
• iCloud Drive

Free Apps from Apple 6

• iMovie
• Pages
• Keynote
• Numbers
• iTunes U
• GarageBand
• Apple Store
• Trailers
• Remote
• Find My iPhone
• Find my friends

Headphones

• Storage and travel case

SIM Card

• Nano-SIM
• iPhone 5s is not compatible with existing micro-SIM cards.

Connector

• Lightning

Rating for Hearing Aids

• iPhone 5s (Model A1453, A1533): M3, T4
• iPhone 5s (Model A1457, A1530): M4, T4

Mail Attachment Support

• Viewable document types
  .jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx (Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key (Keynote); .numbers (Numbers); .pages (Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe acrobat); .ppt and .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt (text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel); .zip; .ics

System Requirements

• Apple ID (required for some features)
• Internet access 7
• Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
  • Mac: OS X v 10.8.5 or later
  • PC: Windows 7 or later
  • iTunes 12.3 or later (free download from www.apple.com/itunes/download)

Environmental Requirements

• Operating ambient temperature: 32 ° to 95 ° F (0 ° to 35 ° C)
• Nonoperating temperature: -4 ° to 113 ° F (-20 ° to 45 ° C)
• Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
• Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet (3000 m)

Languages

• Language Support
  English (Australia, Canada, UK, US), Chinese (Simplified, Traditional, Traditional Hong Kong), French (Canada, France), German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish (Mexico, Spain), Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
• QuickType keyboard support
  English (Australia, Canada, India, UK, US), Chinese - Simplified (Handwriting, Pinyin, Stroke), Chinese - Traditional (Cangjie, Handwriting, Pinyin, Stroke, Sucheng, Zhuyin), French (Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Germany, Switzerland), Italian, Japanese (Kana, Romaji), Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Emoji, Estonian, Filipino, Finnish, Flemish, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Marathi, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Serbian (Cyrillic, Latin), Slovak, Slovenian, Swedish, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese
• QuickType keyboard support with predictive input 8
  English (Australia, Canada, India, UK, US), Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), French (Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Germany, Switzerland), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish (Mexico, Spain) , Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Thai, Turkish
• Dictation languages
  English (Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, UK, US), Spanish (Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Spain, US), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Switzerland), Italian (Italy, Switzerland), Japanese, Korean, Mandarin (China mainland, Taiwan), Cantonese (Hong Kong), Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch (Belgium, Netherlands), Finnish, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Malaysian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Slovakian, Swedish, Turkish, Thai, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
• Siri languages
  English (Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, Singapore, UK, US), Spanish (Mexico, Spain, US), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Switzerland), Italian (Italy , Switzerland), Japanese, Korean, Mandarin (China mainland, Taiwan), Cantonese (Hong Kong), Swedish (Sweden), Danish (Denmark), Dutch (Belgium, Netherlands), Norwegian (Norway), Russian (Russia), Turkish (Turkey), Thai (Thailand), Portuguese (Brazil)
• Definition dictionary support
  English, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
• Bilingual dictionary support
  Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish
• Spell check
  English (Australia, Canada, UK, U.S.), French, German, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Russian, Swedish, Turkish

In the box

• iPhone 5s
• Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic
• Lightning to USB Cable
• 5W USB Power Adapter

iPhone and the Environment

Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more

iPhone 5s embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

• Mercury-free LED-backlit display
• Arsenic-free display glass
• Brominated flame retardant-free
• PVC-free
• Power adapter outperforms strictest global energy efficiency standards

1. 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less. Requires an installment agreement or a 2-year contract and plan (which may include restrictions on switching service providers and roaming, even after contract expiration); sold separately to qualified customers. Credit check required; must be 18 or older; upgrade or activation fee from your wireless service provider may apply. Wireless service is provided by and is the sole responsibility of your wireless service provider. Some capabilities are not available in all areas and depend on your wireless plan and service provider network. Service may not be available in all areas or at the signal strength, rates, speeds, or bandwidth as demonstrated. Some features may require added fees. Contact your wireless service provider for more details. Customers who want to upgrade from another phone or replace a previous-generation iPhone should check with their wireless service provider for pricing options. For those who are not qualified customers, are not eligible for an early upgrade, are purchasing an unlocked iPhone, or wish to buy an iPhone as a gift, see your carrier, an Apple Retail Store Specialist, apple.com, or an Apple Authorized Reseller for pricing. In CA and RI, sales tax is collected on the unbundled price of iPhone. Wi-Fi Internet access required for some features; fees may apply. Use constitutes acceptance of Apple's software license agreement. Warranty information is also available at www.apple.com/legal/warranty/iphone. Unauthorized modification of your iPhone software violates the software license agreement. Inability to use an iPhone due to unauthorized modifications is not covered under your warranty.
2. Size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
3. FaceTime calling requires a FaceTime-enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi-Fi connection. Availability over a cellular network depends on carrier policies; data charges may apply.
4. LTE and Wi-Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected carriers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions. For details on LTE support, contact your carrier and see www.apple.com/iphone/LTE.
5. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced by Apple service provider. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See www.apple.com/batteries and www.apple.com/iphone/battery.html for more information.
6. iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are free on the App Store for qualifying iOS 9 compatible devices with initial activation on or after September 1, 2013. See www.apple.com/ios/whats-new for iOS 9 compatible devices ... Downloading apps requires an Apple ID.
7. Wireless broadband recommended; fees may apply.
8. Customized suggestions based on recipient and app are not available for Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Japanese, Korean, and Thai.

Some features may not be available for all countries or all areas. ...
Application and service availability and pricing are subject to change.