Is it worth buying a new iPhone 8 in 2021?

Every now and then we are surprised by the need to buy a new cell phone; sometimes it has to be a new model to try to save on investment. Today we will talk a little about some reasons you can consider to buy a iPhone 8 brand new — be sure to check it out!

iPhone 7 vs iPhone 8

Launched in 2017 with the iPhone X, the iPhone 8 was the phone that succeeded the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. It has a 4,7-inch screen and 60 Hz refresh rate. On the camera, there is a 12 MP rear camera and a 7 MP front camera. The iPhone 8 also has 2GB of RAM and a maximum of 256GB of storage. If compared to its direct predecessor, the iPhone 7, all this information is the same on both Apple devices.

Some differences between the models are weight, where the iPhone 8 is 10g heavier than the iPhone 7; the iPhone 8 processor is also better, it's the Apple M11, with 6 cores, 2 more than the iPhone 7, offering much more quality of performance; and the Bluetooth connection is better, being Bluetooth 5.0 on the iPhone 8.

O chipset found on the iPhone 8 is the A11 Bionic, a much improved version of the A10 Fusion seen on the previous model. The video recording capacity on the iPhone 8 is double that of the iPhone 7, and despite both recording in 4K, the iPhone 8 still manages to deliver at 60FPS. That is, if you are in doubt between a new iPhone 8 or a new iPhone 7, it is better to go for the slightly more advanced model.

Operational system

The native operating system of the iPhone 8 is iOS 13. Currently, iPhones from Apple are on the latest version of the operating system, the iOS 14, and the iPhone 8 is still a model available to receive this update — including, according to the company, the iPhone 8 will also receive the next update in the operating system, which is iOS 15. Some brief examples of the utilities of iOS 14 :

In this latest OS update you are able to put widgets on the screens that make up your home screen. You widgets facilitate the visualization of information, transforming a small icon into an icon that takes up a little more space, but that gives the user a better view of what that application can offer. We can exemplify with Calendar larger, showing more appointments that are scheduled during the day, or the Time, showing more weather variations throughout the day.

It is also possible to create a Memoji. This tool is like creating an “emoji of yourself”, that is, you can customize an emoji just like you! Make your hair the same color, size and shape as yours, skin tone, eye color, moles… just the way you want it. But if creativity speaks louder, you can also create a Memoji with red skin and fluorescent green eyes and still save both to use on the best occasions.

New iPhone 8 and its economy

The biggest advantage of buying something new, of course, is the amount to be paid, and the iPhone 8 is no different. The value always depends on some circumstances, such as the color, the amount of storage available and the conditions in which the device is, after all, as it is new, it may contain small scratches or some other details. In some retailers, it is possible to find this new model for values ​​of R$ 3.800.

Already on sites like Exchange, you find the iPhone 8 brand new for values ​​ranging from R$1.539 to R$2.220, almost half the price of a new one.

And here's a tip: when accessing the model you are most interested in, you can view information about the state of conservation, such as:

• Excellent: iPhone with few signs of use, small scratches, no accessories (such as headphones or charger) and 90 days warranty;
• Very good: Light signs of use, possible scratches and/or dents, without accessories and 90 days warranty;
• Good: Slightly clearer signs of use, as well as some scratches and dents, no accessories and 90 days warranty;
• Good – No Touch ID/Face ID: Fingerprint and/or face reader does not work, signs of light use, as well as possible scratches and/or scratches.

On this same screen you can choose, depending on the availability of what you are looking for, the storage of the device and the colors, being, respectively, 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB; space grey, silver, red and gold. When selecting the options you want on the iPhone, you can select the option “Receive at your home” and enter the zip code to check the shipping value, if any, or even click on “Pick up at kiosk”, and check if there is any. a close one so that you can remove your device yourself.

It can be a great option for those who want a new cell phone and don't want to pay a lot of money for a new one.

So, what do you think of the suggestions? She decided to have a iPhone 8 brand new? Tell us in the comments!

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