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Lewis Painter
MacWorld
“It might be the cheapest smartphone that Apple sells now but we wouldn’t recommend it any longer unless you’re really on a tight budget.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Wireless charging
- Premium glass‑and‑aluminium build
- Powerful A11 Bionic chipset
- TrueTone display with impressive low‑light performance
- Glass rear
- Speedy processor
Points of Contention
- Same design as previous year’s models
- Limited color options (only three)
- Battery life
- No 3.5-mm headphone jack
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics80
John McCann
TechRadar
“Don’t let the iPhone 8 name fool you – this is very much the iPhone 7S, an incremental upgrade on the 4.7‑inch iPhone 7 with a few additions here and there, but nothing to really wow you next to other smartphones in 2018.”
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Julian Chokkattu
Digital Trends
The iPhone 8 delivers excellent performance and camera quality at a lower price point, making it a compelling choice for budget-conscious buyers. Its dated design and missing features like a headphone jack are minor drawbacks compared to its overall value.
