iPhone 8
iPhone 8 Plus
Finish
iPhone 8
Gold, Silver, Space Gray
iPhone 8 Plus
Gold, Silver, Space Gray
Capacity1
iPhone 8
- 64GB
- 128GB
iPhone 8 Plus
- 64GB
- 128GB
Size and Weight2
5.45 inches (138.4 mm)
2.65 inches (67.3 mm)
0.29 inch (7.3 mm)
iPhone 8
Weight: 5.22 ounces (148 grams)
6.24 inches (158.4 mm)
3.07 inches (78.1 mm)
0.30 inch (7.5 mm)
iPhone 8 Plus
Weight: 7.13 ounces (202 grams)
Display
iPhone 8
- Retina HD display
- 4.7-inch (diagonal) widescreen LCD Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
- 1334-by-750-pixel resolution at 326 ppi
- 1400:1 contrast ratio (typical)
iPhone 8 Plus
- Retina HD display
- 5.5-inch (diagonal) widescreen LCD Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
- 1920-by-1080-pixel resolution at 401 ppi
- 1300:1 contrast ratio (typical)
Both models:
- True Tone display
- Wide color display (P3)
- 3D Touch
- 625 nits max brightness (typical)
- Dual-domain pixels for wide viewing angles
- Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
- Support for display of multiple languages and characterssimultaneously
- Display Zoom
- Reachability
Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant3
- Rated IP67 (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529
Chip
- A11 Bionic chip
- Neural Engine
Camera
- Single 12MP Wide camera
- Dual 12MP Wide and Telephoto cameras
- Wide: ƒ/1.8 aperture
Wide: ƒ/1.8 aperture
Telephoto: ƒ/2.8 aperture
- Digital zoom up to 5x
2x optical zoom in; digital zoom up to 10x
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Portrait mode
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Portrait Lighting with five effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono)
Both models:
- Optical image stabilization
- Six‑element lens
- LED True Tone flash with Slow Sync
- Panorama (up to 63MP)
- Live Photos with stabilization
- Wide color capture for photos and LivePhotos
- Auto HDR for photos
- Auto image stabilization
- Burst mode
- Photo geotagging
- Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Video Recording
- 4K video recording at 24 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
- 720p HD video recording at 30 fps
- Optical image stabilization for video
- 2x optical zoom in; digital zoom up to 6x (iPhone 8 Plus only)
- LED True Toneflash
- Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps
- Time‑lapse video with stabilization
- Cinematic videostabilization (1080p and 720p)
- Continuous autofocus video
- Take 8MP still photos while recording 4K video
- Playback zoom
- Video formats recorded: HEVC and H.264
FaceTime HD Camera
- 7MP camera
- ƒ/2.2 aperture
- 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps
- Retina Flash
- Wide color capture for photos and LivePhotos
- Auto HDR for photos
- Auto image stabilization
- Burst mode
Touch ID
- Fingerprint sensor built into the Homebutton
Cellular and Wireless
- FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66)
- TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
- UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
- GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
- 802.11ac Wi‑Fi with MIMO
- Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
- NFC with reader mode
- Express Cards
Location
- Built-in GPS/GNSS
- Digital compass
- Wi-Fi
- Cellular
- iBeacon microlocation
Video Calling4
- FaceTime video calling over Wi‑Fi or cellular
Audio Calling4
- FaceTime audio
Audio Playback
- Audio formats supported: AAC-LC, HE-AAC, HE-AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC-3), Dolby Digital Plus (E-AC-3), and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+)
- Stereo playback
- User-configurable maximum volume limit
Video Playback
Video formats supported: HEVC, H.264, MPEG-4 Part 2, and Motion JPEG
Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 content
AirPlay Mirroring, photos, and video out to Apple TV (2nd generation or later)5
Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p through Lightning Digital AV Adapter and Lightning to VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately)5
External Buttons and Connectors
Home/Touch ID sensor
Volume up/down
Ring/Silent
Side button
Built-in stereo speaker
Lightning connector
Built-in microphone
Built-in stereo speaker
Built-in microphone
Power and Battery6
iPhone 8
Lasts about the same as iPhone7
Talk time (wireless):
Up to 14 hours
Internet use:
- Up to 12 hours
Video playback (wireless):
Up to 13 hours
Audio playback (wireless):
Up to 40 hours
Fast-charge capable:
- Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes7
with 18W adapter or higher (sold separately)
iPhone 8 Plus
Lasts about the same as iPhone7Plus
Talk time (wireless):
- Up to 21 hours
Internet use:
- Up to 13 hours
Video playback (wireless):
- Up to 14 hours
Audio playback (wireless):
- Up to 60 hours
Fast-charge capable:
- Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes7
with 18W adapter or higher (sold separately)
Both models:
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Wireless charging (works with Qi chargers8)
- Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter
Sensors
- Touch ID fingerprint sensor
- Barometer
- Three-axis gyro
- Accelerometer
- Proximity sensor
- Ambient light sensor
Operating System
iOS 13
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Accessibility
Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new iPhone 8. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can fully enjoy the world’s most personaldevice. Learn more
Features include:
- Voice Control
- VoiceOver
- Zoom
- Magnifier
- Dictation
- Switch Control
- Closed Captions
- AssistiveTouch
- Speak Screen
Built-in Apps
Free Apps from Apple
Pages, Numbers, Keynote, iMovie, GarageBand, iTunesU, Clips, and AppleStore app are preinstalled.
Headphones
- EarPods with Lightning Connector
SIM Card
- Nano-SIM
- iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are not compatible with existing micro-SIM cards.
Rating for HearingAids
M3,T4
M3,T4
Mail Attachment Support
Viewable document types
.jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx (Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key (Keynote); .numbers (Numbers); .pages (Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe Acrobat); .ppt and .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt (text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel); .zip; .ics; .usdz (USDZ Universal)
System Requirements
- Apple ID (required for some features)
- Internet access9
- Syncing to a Mac or a PC requires:
- macOS Catalina 10.15 using the Finder
- macOS El Capitan 10.11.6 through macOS Mojave 10.14.6 using iTunes 12.8 or later
- Windows 7 or later using iTunes 12.9 or later (free download from www.apple.com/am/itunes/download)
Environmental Requirements
- Operating ambient temperature: 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C)
- Nonoperating temperature: −4° to 113° F (−20° to 45° C)
- Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
- Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet (3000m)
Languages
Language support
English (Australia, UK, U.S.), Chinese (Simplified, Traditional, Traditional Hong Kong), French (Canada, France), German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish (Latin America, Mexico, Spain), Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
QuickType keyboard support
English (Australia, Canada, India, Singapore, UK, U.S.), Chinese - Simplified (Handwriting, Pinyin QWERTY, Pinyin 10 Key, Shuangpin, Stroke), Chinese - Traditional (Cangjie, Handwriting, Pinyin QWERTY, Pinyin 10 Key, Shuangpin, Stroke, Sucheng, Zhuyin), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Switzerland), Italian, Japanese (Kana, Romaji), Korean (2-Set, 10 Key), Spanish (Latin America, Mexico, Spain), Albanian, Arabic (Modern Standard, Najdi), Armenian, Assamese, Azerbaijani, Bangla, Belarusian, Bodo, Bulgarian, Burmese, Cantonese - Traditional (Cangjie, Handwriting, Stroke, Sucheng), Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dhivehi, Dogri, Dutch, Emoji, Estonian, Faroese, Filipino, Finnish, Flemish, Georgian, Greek, Gujarati, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi (Devanagari, Latin, Transliteration), Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Irish, Kannada, Kashmiri (Arabic, Devanagari), Kazakh, Khmer, Konkani (Devanagari), Kurdish (Arabic, Latin), Kyrgyz, Lao, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Maithili (Bangla), Malay (Arabic, Latin), Malayalam, Maltese, Manipuri (Bangla, Meetei Mayek), Maori, Marathi, Mongolian, Nepali, Norwegian, Odia, Pashto, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sanskrit, Santali (Devanagari, Ol Chiki), Serbian (Cyrillic, Latin), Sindhi (Arabic, Devanagari), Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Swahili, Swedish, Tajik, Tamil (Anjal, Tamil 99), Telugu, Thai, Tibetan, Tongan, Turkish, Turkmen, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uyghur, Uzbek (Arabic, Cyrillic, Latin), Vietnamese,Welsh
QuickType keyboard support with predictive inputs
English (Australia, Canada, India, Singapore, UK, U.S.), Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Switzerland), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish (Latin America, Mexico, Spain), Arabic (Najdi), Cantonese (Traditional), Dutch, Hindi (Devanagari, Latin), Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Russian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish,Vietnamese
Siri languages
English (Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, UK, U.S.), Spanish (Chile, Mexico, Spain, U.S.), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Switzerland), Italian (Italy, Switzerland), Japanese, Korean, Mandarin (China mainland, Taiwan), Cantonese (China mainland, Hong Kong), Arabic (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates), Danish (Denmark), Dutch (Belgium, Netherlands), Finnish (Finland), Hebrew (Israel), Malay (Malaysia), Norwegian (Norway), Portuguese (Brazil), Russian (Russia), Swedish (Sweden), Thai (Thailand), Turkish (Turkey)
Dictation languages
English (Australia, Canada, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, UK, U.S.), Spanish (Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Spain, Uruguay, U.S.), French (Belgium, Canada, France, Luxembourg, Switzerland), German (Austria, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland), Italian (Italy, Switzerland), Japanese, Korean, Mandarin (China mainland, Taiwan), Cantonese (China mainland, Hong Kong, Macao), Arabic (Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates), Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch (Belgium, Netherlands), Finnish, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi (India), Hungarian, Indonesian, Malaysian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Shanghainese (China mainland), Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Definition dictionary support
English, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Danish, Dutch, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
Thesaurus
English (UK, U.S.)
Bilingual dictionary support with English
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Dutch, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese
Spell check
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Turkish
In the Box
- iPhone with iOS 13
- EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Lightning to USB Cable
- USB Power Adapter
- Documentation
iPhone and the Environment
Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus embody Apple’s continuing environmental progress. They are designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:
- Arsenic-free display glass
- Mercury-free LED-backlit display
- Brominated flame retardant–free
- PVC-free
- Beryllium-free
- Highly recyclable aluminum
Apple and the Environment
Read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Appleproduct.
Recycling
Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization.
Learn more about how to recycle youriPhone
FAQs
What specs does the iPhone 8 have? ›
| Display | Type | Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ) |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~65.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 750 x 1334 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Ion-strengthened glass | |
| 3D Touch display & home button |
The iPhone 8 could still be worth buying if you're an Apple fan and you're on a very tight budget, but you can't expect the most up-to-date features or a modern design. You should also bear in mind that 2022 could be the last year this phone will receive new updates.
What is the most common problem with the iPhone 8? ›Problem: Battery drains quickly
We use our iPhones so much that battery life can be a problem, but in the Apple support forum, some people have been complaining about unusual, rapid battery drain. We found that our iPhone 8 drains quite quickly when playing AR games, but generally the battery life is pretty good.
They are the eleventh generation of the iPhone. The iPhone 8 was released on September 22, 2017, succeeding the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus respectively and preceding the iPhone XR. The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus were discontinued by Apple on April 15, 2020 with the release of the second-generation iPhone SE. Apple Inc.
Is iPhone 8 a 5G phone? ›The Apple iPhone 8 has now been configured for use of 5G networks.
Is iPhone 8s 4G or 5G? ›An iPhone 8 does not have the hardware to use the 5G band. However it will still be able to use 4G/LTE so your phone will still work for years to come.
Is iPhone 8 too old to buy? ›The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are both still solid phones worth buying in 2023. Perhaps the best reason — purchasing an iPhone 8 in 2023 lets you spend less money.
Which iPhones are no longer supported? ›- iPhone 7.
- iPhone 7 Plus.
- iPhone 6s.
- iPhone 6s Plus.
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPod touch (7th generation)
Apple today stopped selling the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus after announcing the second-generation iPhone SE. The second-generation iPhone SE is essentially an upgraded iPhone 8, with a 4.7-inch display and Touch ID home button, but with a faster A13 Bionic chip.
Does iOS 15 work on iPhone 8? ›The iOS 15 will be compatible with iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, ...
Will iPhone 8 work in 2023? ›
This period can increase to a total of seven years based on specific parts and availability. So from the above hypothesis, Apple will likely stop fully supporting iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus around 2025. However, it's also possible that the company might decide to add a year or two of coverage.
Should I upgrade from iPhone 8? ›If you have a phone that's older than the iPhone 8 series, you'll want to upgrade soon since older devices won't support Apple's upcoming iOS 16 update. Here's a closer look at how the iPhone 13 compares to its predecessors.
How do I turn on my 5G on my iPhone 8? ›Go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options or Settings > Mobile Data > Mobile Data Options. If you see this screen, your device has 5G activated. If you don't see this screen, contact your carrier to confirm that your plan supports 5G.
Is iPhone 8 4G ready? ›The Apple iPhone 8 Plus has now been configured for use of 4G networks.
How do I know if my iPhone 8 is 3G or 4G? ›If iPhone is connected to the Internet via the cellular data network, the LTE, 4G, 3G, E, or GPRS icon appears in the Status bar.
Will iPhone 8 work when 3G is turned off? ›...
Apple iPhone Network Compatibility in 2022.
| 2G/3G Only (Won't Work in 2022) | Support 4G LTE and/or 5G |
|---|---|
| iPhone 4 | iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X |
Your phone automatically switches between 2G and 3G depending on whether you have 3G network coverage or not. To use 4G for both voice calls and mobile data, press Voice & Data. You can use 4G for voice calls via the mobile network for a faster and better connection.
Does iPhone 8 have wireless charging? ›What you need. You need an iPhone 8 or later. Your iPhone features integrated wireless charging that allows for an easy and intuitive charging experience. Your iPhone works with Qi-certified chargers that are available as accessories and in cars, cafes, hotels, airports, and furniture.
What iPhones will stop working in 2022? ›Video: Watch Everything Announced at Apple's WWDC 2022 Event
This means any phones introduced in 2016 or earlier, including the iPhone 6S, iPhone SE and iPhone 7, won't be getting Apple software updates anymore. It's not an unexpected move, given that the company regularly retires software support on older devices.
You can expect somewhere between five and seven years of major iOS updates, plus potential security patches beyond that. Your battery will decrease in performance over time, but as long as you have enough storage and keep your device from physical damage, it should last you a good amount of time.
Is a used iPhone 8 worth anything? ›
An iPhone 8 with a storage size of 256GB can be worth 19% more than a 64GB iPhone 8. However, a 64GB iPhone 8 can still earn you up to $126. Keep in mind these quotes are for unlocked phones. A locked, used iPhone 8 will be worth around $25.
What is the most outdated iPhone? ›- iPhone 4 (8GB)
- iPhone 4S.
- iPhone 5.
- iPhone 5C.
- iPhone 6.
- iPhone 6 Plus.
The iPhone 8 & iPhone 8 Plus have recently received the iOS 16 update. However, it is unlikely that they may get updated to iOS 17, as they were launched back in 2017. All other iPhones which were launched before the iPhone 8 series will not be eligible to upgrade to iOS 17.
How long before iPhone is obsolete? ›The iPhone 6S was introduced in 2015, making it obsolete between 2020 and 2023. The iPhone 7 was introduced in 2016, making it obsolete between 2021 and 2023. The iPhone 8 was introduced in 2017, making it obsolete between 2023 and 2024.
What are the benefits of iPhone 8? ›The iPhone 8 features a more advanced 12-megapixel wide-angle f/1.8 camera with a larger, faster sensor that lets in 83 percent more light. Other features include a new color filter and deeper pixels for better color saturation, a wider dynamic range of color, and lower noise in photos and videos.
How much is iPhone 8 now? ›| Unlocked | Verizon | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 8 (64GB) | $114+ | $114+ |
| iPhone 8 (128GB) | $122+ | $113+ |
| iPhone 8 (256GB) | $175+ | $178+ |
- True Tone display.
- Wide color display (P3)
- 3D Touch.
- 625 nits max brightness (typical)
- Dual-domain pixels for wide viewing angles.
- Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating.
- Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously.
- Display Zoom.
You might be unable to update your iPhone or iPad wirelessly — or over the air — for one of these reasons: Your device doesn't support the latest software. There isn't enough available storage space on your device. The update takes a long time to download.
What iPhones will not support iOS 15? ›Which iPhones support iOS 15? iOS 15 is compatible with all iPhones and iPod touch models already running iOS 13 or iOS 14 which means that once again the iPhone 6S / iPhone 6S Plus and original iPhone SE get a reprieve and can run the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system.
Is iPhone 8 still worth buying? ›The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are both still solid phones worth buying in 2023. Perhaps the best reason — purchasing an iPhone 8 in 2023 lets you spend less money.
Will iPhone 8 get iOS 16? ›
As Apple noted in the iOS 16 announcement, the new software is available as a update for iPhone 8 and later. These are the iPhone models that can get iOS 16: iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus. iPhone X.
Is the iPhone 8 still powerful? ›Although the iPhone 8 does not have an equally powerful processor as many newer models, its A11 Bionic -chip is still capable of running games and other applications well.
Is iPhone 8 or iPhone 7 better? ›...
Apple.
| Name | iPhone 8 | iPhone 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 4.7 inches (diagonal) | 4.7 inches (diagonal) |
iPhone 8 and 8 Plus: iOS 14. iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: iOS 14. iPhone SE: iOS 14.
How much is an iPhone 8 worth in 2022? ›An iPhone 8 with a storage size of 256GB can be worth 19% more than a 64GB iPhone 8. However, a 64GB iPhone 8 can still earn you up to $126. Keep in mind these quotes are for unlocked phones. A locked, used iPhone 8 will be worth around $25.
What does iPhone 8 do that 7 doesn t? ›It's still 12MP f/1.8 on the regular iPhone 8, and there's a dual-sensor 12MP camera on the Plus, but it now has better pixel processing, faster autofocus and hardware noise reduction. Pictures from the iPhone 8 are great, with better saturation and much richer colours.
Does iPhone 8 battery last longer than iPhone 7? ›Battery. The 7 and 8 have the same claimed battery lives: up to 14 hours talk time, up to 12 hours of internet use and up to 40 hours of wireless audio playback.
Is it worth it to upgrade from iPhone 7 to 8? ›Should you upgrade? No, probably not. Despite the name, the iPhone 8 really feels more like an iPhone 7s… or an iPhone 6.4. Like any annual iPhone update, it comes with an array of useful enhancements, whether it's wireless charging, the True Tone display, or the speedy A11 Bionic chip.