Apple iPhone XR review

23 October 2018
Now updated with full test findings. The iPhone XR is the third iPhone to be launched this year, after the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max. While the two iPhone XS models are nearly identical save for the size, the iPhone XR is a significant departure for the iPhone X series and possibly a new chapter going forward.

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  • 06 Nov 2018

rizki1, 06 Nov 2018what is special about this phone in my opinion is: - 120Hz... moreIt's not 120Hz refresh rate, its touch sensitivity.

    Anonymous, 06 Nov 2018I think Samsung should do away with OLED now go LCD i feel ... morewhat were you smoking when writing this? I'd like to get some myself

      what is special about this phone in my opinion is:
      - 120Hz touchscreen
      - A little good on the camera
      - stereo speakers

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        • 06 Nov 2018

        AnonD-731363, 05 Nov 2018For all possible hater. Switch to android. And for thos... morecaptain are you one of oppo's marketing executives?
        thnx for a wonderful recommendation captain

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          • 06 Nov 2018

          In India this creepy device cost more than Galaxy Note9.
          Galaxy Note9(128GB)- ₹67900($931)
          iphone XR(64GB) - ₹76000($1040).
          Galaxy Note9(512GB)- ₹84900($1150)
          iphone XR(256GB)- ₹91900($1250).
          iphone XS Max(512GB)-₹144900($2000)
          The prices are including taxes in India.
          For best price of Galaxy buy it from India.


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            • 06 Nov 2018

            I think Samsung should do away with OLED now go LCD i feel its better........

              Storage, 05 Nov 2018Are you sure it is nvme storage type across all options? I ... moreThey've been using NVEm since the iphone 6s, which have a 16GB base model option...

              emmc its too slow for a flagship.

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                • 05 Nov 2018

                No unlocked option on Apple's US website.

                  aliimanigsm, 05 Nov 2018hi we can not say the display mate is a joke because it is ... moreI apologise for calling them a joke, but for real, if you read their reports, they're a little....sus

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                    • 05 Nov 2018

                    Anonymous, 05 Nov 2018In between the higher priced and older models the XR is goi... moreIt's factory unlocked. I bought two on the first day available, took out the SIM, and use with Google Fi.

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                      • 05 Nov 2018

                      This phone can't do 95% of what xs do it has less ram and storage the display is far better in iphone xs ( only hd display and no super amoled ) battery and design is better in xs there is no 3d touch nor secondary camera (for wich many people would prefer the iphone x even if the quality is better in xr )
                      And this phone is not too cheaper in comparaison of xs
                      Iphone x make more sense that xr or you can buy samsung note 9 or huawei mate 20 pro for less price then xr

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                        • 05 Nov 2018

                        In between the higher priced and older models the XR is going to be a tough sell. No factory unlocked model available.

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                          • 05 Nov 2018

                          apple are deceiving their customer indeed, next time they will sell the XS for $2000 while selling the XR for 1000$ and telling that they want everyone to experience their product thats why theres a cheaper and affordable $1000 iphone lol

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                            • 05 Nov 2018

                            Dave Granger, 23 Oct 2018As someone who always skips straight to the battery score, ... moreits apple... so the battery score is..

                            1m from a wall socket, at least 3-4 times a day

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                              • 05 Nov 2018

                              Are you sure it is nvme storage type across all options? I doubt it is nvme on 64gb one. Probably it is eMMC.

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                                • 05 Nov 2018

                                For all possible hater.
                                Switch to android.
                                And for those who must have this phone get OPPO.
                                Same looking device less buggy OS and faster charging with bigger battery and specs.
                                Review over.
                                Thanks for reading.

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                                  • 05 Nov 2018

                                  The Xs is well worth the higher price. Its also better to get a used X than a new Xr, its cheper and better in all ways. I have Xs, Xs Max and X and i honestly cannot tell the difference, even FaceID is as fast and seamless on the X.

                                  I predict a used Xr will drop between 350 and 400 buck in value over the next year, the Xs will drop max 350, so in cost of ownership the Xs will be the winner and the smartest buy for those who care about their economy.

                                    Kingslayer, 05 Nov 2018If it had two cameras and higher display, it would be the X... moreHonestly I think that XS could cost as much as XR costs (some will say even that's too much) but anyways.
                                    It is already compromised on built quality since it's aluminum.
                                    Screen is already compromised since it's not an OLED but, downgrading pixel density aswell is too much I think.
                                    Camera - no second camera...
                                    People wlling to pay anything get charged are exactly reason why prices go up so sharp.
                                    Tell me difference between XS and X? Well... A12 chipset. And X is now much more affordable than year ago if you can find it on stock somewhere since they discontinued it (geez, everyone must wonder why)...

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                                      • 05 Nov 2018

                                      Realistic1, 05 Nov 2018If it had 2 cameras and higher resolution display - it woul... moreGalaxy S7 VR not that good and nothing special about it and I know you said that just to mentioned that Android better what a joke lol.

                                        alski10, 05 Nov 2018I thought you needed at least a decent gpu for VR ? How m... moreNot much, I personally don't use it, but it's a shame that a phone in such price range doesn't support it.
                                        XR is certainly an excellent phone with great performance, just it doesn't quite match it's price tag.