Getting to Know: The New iPhones

October 1st, 2013

Last month, Apple hosted an event to reveal the latest updates to their technology. If you’re an avid Apple user, you might be able to recognize the typical format that the company has been using for their updates. Since not everyone follows Apple’s every move, we’ve broken down some of the basic device information in the event that you want a quick view of the company’s latest endeavors.

For the past several years, each released version has been followed up with an “S” version. While Apple has not released what the “S” stands for, it has been suggested to mean “Special” or “Super” since it is an enhanced version of the year’s initial version. This time around, though, Apple introduced an additional device to complement that standard iPhone S: the iPhone C.  While Apple has suggested that the “C” stands for “Colorful”, it has also been referred to as “Cost” or “Cheap” due to the fact that it is a cost-friendly alternative to the standard iPhone.

Even though the iPhone 5 is a newer model than the 4S, Apple has decided to stop production on the 5 and continue production of the 4S (8 GB) model, possibly to encourage the purchase of the 5C and 5S. Below is a breakdown of some of the key information on Apple’s current offerings:

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One of the main differences between the devices is that the 5S possesses a faster processor which allows the device to load web pages and graphic-intensive apps more quickly. It’s not to say that the 5C and 4S are slow to load, but the 5S just does so a bit faster. In addition to loading speeds, the 5C and 5S also are compatible with up to 13 4G LTE frequency bands, allowing the phone to work at higher speeds when available.

Another difference in the devices falls with the cameras. The 5S is clearly the superior device in this aspect as the individual pixels on the 8 MP camera are larger and the camera’s shutter can open wider, resulting in an improvement in photo lighting. The 5S flash was also enhanced in that it provides two different lights, white and amber, in order to reduce the harsh lighting conditions that camera flashes typically provide.

The final difference to consider is that the 5S now has a fingerprint security system. Instead of setting the standard passcode on the device, the Home button has become a fingerprint scanner allowing for far superior device security.

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There are several options for upgrading or implementing iPhones depending on the needs of your company. While the standard operation is to upgrade to the latest and greatest model, it isn’t always necessary based on these needs. All three of devices use iOS7 as their operating system, so the basic functions of the devices will not vary greatly. If enhanced photos or security are important to your organization, the 5S will clearly be the route to go. If you’re simply looking for the friendly user-interface that Apple is known for, the 4S or 5C may suite your needs without the extra cost.

Thinking about upgrading and have a few more questions? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to help. 

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