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The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are smartphones made by Apple Inc. They were first shown to the world on September 12, 2017. These phones were released to buy on September 22, 2017. At the same time, Apple also announced the more expensive iPhone X.

The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus look a lot like older iPhones. But they have one big new change: a glass back! This new design allows for a cool feature called wireless charging. This means you can charge your phone without plugging in a wire. Both phones also have a much faster computer chip inside. This chip helps apps load super fast and makes everything run smoothly. The cameras are also better, taking clearer and more colorful pictures. The screens on these iPhones are also improved. They can automatically change their colors to match the light around you, making everything look natural. The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus share many of the same powerful parts as the iPhone X, like the main computer chip and memory.


What's Special About iPhone 8?

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus brought exciting new features to Apple's smartphone lineup. These changes made the phones more powerful and easier to use.

New Look and Wireless Charging

One of the biggest changes was the new glass design on the back. Older iPhones usually had metal backs. This glass back isn't just for looks; it allows for wireless charging. Imagine just placing your phone on a special pad, and it starts charging without any cables! This was a very convenient new way to power up your phone.

Super Fast Performance

Both the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus have a very powerful computer chip inside. This chip helps the phone do many things at once without slowing down. It makes apps open quickly and games run smoothly. This means you can switch between your favorite apps or play demanding games without any lag.

Better Camera for Photos and Videos

The cameras on the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus were also greatly improved. They can take much better photos, even in low light. This means your pictures will look clearer and have more detail. The camera also helps you take amazing videos.

Smart Screen Technology

The screens on these iPhones are very smart. They can automatically adjust the colors on the screen based on the light in your room. This feature is called True Tone. It makes sure that colors always look natural and easy on your eyes, whether you are in bright sunlight or a dimly lit room.

Inside the iPhone 8

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus share many of their powerful internal parts with the iPhone X. This means they have the same fast computer chip and similar amounts of memory. This shared technology made all three phones very powerful for their time.