Apple iPhone 8 Plus price, specs, review 價錢、規格及用家意見

The Apple iPhone 8 Plus remains a solid option in the iPhone ecosystem despite seeing some competition since it launched. Usually, when Apple announces new iPhones, older ones get the axe, but Apple keeps the iPhone 8 Plus securely in its lineup alongside the iPhone 8 as its affordable iOS devices. The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus represents the last hurrah for the old iPhone design with a Home button and thick chin bezels.

Glistening Gold Back

The main thing you’ll notice about the Apple iPhone 8 Plus, at least compared to its predecessors, is the outer colouring. The gold version is the main event, with a gold aluminium rim and a gold/white glass back mixing together. It’s a striking combination and compared to the 7 Plus is really rather visually different, creating a more luxurious effect.

Portrait Lighting Mode

The headline feature of the 12MP dual sensor on the rear camera is the enhanced bokeh mode- dubbed Portrait Lighting. It shows how powerful the A11 Bionic chip is inside - being able to algorithmically work out the contours of the face and change the lighting dynamically is impressive. This can be done either while the picture is being taken or after, via the gallery.

True Tone Screen and Better Speakers

True Tone, technology is taken from the iPad Pro, changes the colour temperature of the screen to match the ambient lighting better. Mobile HDR is also supported on the iPhone 8 Plus. The dual speakers on the Apple iPhone 8 Plus are also upgraded over the previous model. Apple is claiming that it’s 25% louder, while the upgrade year-on-year isn’t marked, but the quality of the speaker output is rich enough!

Camera

Apple rammed its own image signal processor (ISP) into the A11 Bionic chipset, and that leads to greater texture reproduction as more detail is captured. But what’s most impressive about the Apple iPhone 8 Plus- combined with the iOS 11 software are the editing capabilities. The first is the Loop, Bounce and Long Exposure options that arrived with iOS 11 and make real use of Live Photos. It’s fun to play with the effects, and the phone will analyze an image and suggest which option you should use to get the best effect.

The video modes are another example of Apple bringing effects that make a difference to a camera phone party. The 4K 60-frames-per-second (fps) filming is really smooth and clear, and a nice way to future-proof your videos.

Is it worth buying the iPhone 8 Plus in 2020?

Yes, the iPhone 8 Plus is still a viable handset in 2020 and for the next few years as well. Especially for those who don’t want an iPhone without a home button, as the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus was the last iPhone with touch ID.

What is the difference between the iPhone 8 and the 8 Plus?

From a distance, both iPhones look pretty similar. Both have a reworked mixed-material design, featuring a custom glass front and back with aluminium sides. Apple claims the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus’ skin is “the most durable glass in a smartphone” thanks to the use of a special laser-welded steel-and-copper reinforcing structure.

Unlike the iPhone X, which has a close to a bezel-less, button-free design, both iPhone 8s have a physical phone button and fingerprint scanner. Once again, they both don’t feature a 3.5mm headphone jack, which will remain an annoyance for audiophiles.

How much will iPhone 8 Plus cost in 2020?

As of September 2020, you can find the cheapest iPhone 8 Plus price in Hong Kong for HK$2,976. You can get the handset on Amazon in Space Grey, Silver and Gold finishes. While the iPhone 8 price in Hong Kong is HK$1,968.52. Note that prices are subject to change.

Does Apple still sell iPhone 8 Plus?

Apple stopped selling the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus after announcing the second-generation iPhone SE. The second-generation iPhone SE is essentially an upgraded iPhone 8, with a 4.7-inch display and Touch ID home button, but with a faster A13 Bionic chip.