Apple iPhone 11

Apple iPhone 11

The iPhone 11 was launched in October 2019 alongside the iPhone 11 pro, and 11 Pro Max. Pre-orders began on September 10, 2019, and the devices were made available on September 20, 2019. It landed in Kenya in November 2019.  The iPhone 11 is available at City hub at Ksh.50,000 for the 64GB and Ksh.57,000 for the 128GB.

iPhone 11 introduce major innovations in technology, including the most advanced dual-camera system ever on iPhone, a powerhouse chip, and an impressive leap in battery life.

Design

The iPhone 11 features a beautiful design with sleek flat edges and durable design, an advanced new dual-camera system for improved photos and videos in low light and introducing Cinematic mode. It has an aluminum frame with a brushed finish.

And brings about a more significant redesign in the inclusion of an elegant aluminum frame. It may introduce refined edges and possibly a thinner profile compared to its predecessors, offering a comfortable grip and a modern aesthetic.

The iPhone 11 is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance (up from XR’s IP67) and it can survive in 2m deep (not salty) water for 30 mins.

iPhone 11 is available in six gorgeous new colors: Black, Green, Yellow, Purple, Red, White

• Dimensions: 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm (5.94 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
• Weight: 194 g (6.84 oz)
• Build: Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame (7000 series)

Display

The iPhone 11 has a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD screen. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision. The OLED panel has 828 x 1792 pixels or 326ppi. It is protected with a flat Scratch-resistant glass.

The iPhone 11 display supports the standard 60Hz refresh rate, while the touch sensors should be working with 120Hz sampling. The panel supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, it should offer 625 nits of typical maximum brightness and 1,200 nits of peak brightness when watching HDR content.

The iPhone 11 screen also supports True Tone adjustments, Wide Color, and it has the Haptic Touch feature provided by a powerful Taptic Engine.

• Type: Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
• Size: 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm² (~79.0% screen-to-body ratio)
• Resolution: 828 x 1792 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
• Protection: Scratch-resistant glass

Camera

The iPhone 11 introduces two 12MP cameras on the back and one 12MP selfie shooter at the front. The SL 3D scanner for Face ID assists the Portrait mode in selfies.

The 12MP camera has gotten a new sensor with larger pixels and high-end sensor-shift stabilization. It now uses a larger Sony sensor with 1.4µm pixels.

The secondary camera is identical to the iPhone 12’s – a 12MP imager with 1.0µm pixels and 14mm f/2.4 lens for ultrawide photos. The focus is fixed, and there is no stabilization.

Main Camera:

• Dual: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55″, 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6″

• Features: Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
• Video: 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.

Selfie Camera:

• Single: 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″                                                                                   :SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
• Features: HDR
• Video: 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS

Platform

Powered by the next-generation A-series chip, the iPhone 11 A13 Bionic brings incredible performance. The new A13 chip still relies on a hexa-core processor with 2 big Lightning cores clocked at 2.65 GHz and 4 small Thunder cores working at 1.8GHz. The upgraded processor should deliver a 50% higher performance than the competition.

• OS: iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 17.4
• Chipset: Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm)
• CPU: Hexa-core (2×2.65 GHz Lightning + 4×1.8 GHz Thunder)
• GPU: Apple GPU (4-core graphics)

Battery and Storage

The iPhone 11 has a 3110 mAh battery which is bigger and it has an improved battery life compared to previous models, thanks to optimizations in both hardware and software. Users can expect all-day battery life under typical usage scenarios.

• Type: Li-Ion 3110 mAh, non-removable
• Charging: Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised); 15W wireless (MagSafe); 15W wireless (Qi2) – requires iOS 17.2 update; 4.5W reverse wired

Security and Identification

The iPhone 11 continues to prioritize user security and privacy with advanced security features. It offers both Face ID and Touch ID for biometric authentication, giving users the option to choose their preferred method for unlocking their device and authorizing transactions securely. Face ID utilizes facial recognition technology, while Touch ID provides convenient fingerprint authentication.

Unboxing the iPhone 11

The iPhone 11 box is white and just a little bit larger than the phone itself. Inside, you will find the iPhone 11 bundled with a regular Lightning cable, a pair of EarPods ending on a Lightning plug, and the ancient 5W charger.

iOS and iPhone Benefits

The iPhone 11 runs iOS 13, offering a reimagined Lock Screen along with new communication, sharing, and intelligence features that together change the way users experience iPhone. iOS offers a multilayered effect that artfully sets subjects of photos in front of the time, along with newly designed widgets that offer information at a glance.

Users can enjoy seamless integration with other Apple devices through iCloud, enabling effortless synchronization of data, photos, and content across devices. With regular updates and a strong focus on security, iOS ensures users have access to the latest features and enhancements while maintaining a high level of privacy and security.

The Apple iPhone 11 delivers power, performance, and versatility in the palm of your hand. Capture stunning photos, enjoy immersive visuals, and stay connected with ease. Elevate your mobile experience with the Apple iPhone 11.

Alternative Handsets

• Samsung Galaxy Ultra S23
• Apple iPhone 12
• Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
• Google Pixel 7 Pro

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