iPhone X vs iPhone 8? Ask MKBHD V20!
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In this Q A edition, Marques Brownlee dives into the iPhone 8 and iPhone X landscape as of September 2017, addressing the flood of questions about which model to buy and what new features to expect. He confirms that the iPhone 10 is the target if you want the best, despite the ongoing availability of the iPhone 8, and he hints that the 10 will bring the most significant upgrades. Throughout, he teases deeper dives to come in the full reviews, especially on power efficiency and camera improvements, while highlighting real-world usage questions such as Face ID versus Touch ID, the removal of the home button, and how the bigger screen on the iPhone X changes everyday navigation. He discusses what Face ID can and cannot do compared to Touch ID, noting its current reliability, a likely path for future devices, and the potential for a hybrid approach that preserves legacy methods in some form. The conversation also touches on practical considerations like color options, space gray variations, and the practical implications of features like wireless charging, even as he explains why some ideas might not be ready for prime time. By the end of the session, Marques invites viewers to keep submitting questions for future installments and teases tests of upcoming gear and car tech that align with the tech-centric vibe of the channel. Overall, the video blends quick-fire Q A responses with thoughtful speculation on how Apple might evolve the iPhone line, all while staying grounded in what consumers should expect in the near term. He also signals future coverage of the Model 3 and other hot tech topics, maintaining the show's cadence of timely, in-depth tech conversation.
Topics · technology · mobile · consumer electronics · reviews
Questions answered
- Will Face ID replace Touch ID for real world usage on future iPhones?
- Face ID is presented as a strong replacement with better reliability and lower failure rate, but Apple may still offer or reintroduce Touch ID in future models, possibly alongside Face ID.
- Why does the iPhone X not have a home button and how does that affect usability?
- The iPhone X removes the home button to enable a larger screen; reachability features present on older models may not be as applicable, so navigation relies on gestures and different UI patterns.
- What are the practical concerns about wireless charging for cars and devices?
- Wireless charging for cars can introduce heat and efficiency challenges, especially in hot climates, and current implementations may not be as fast as wired charging, at least in the near term.