The moment has come, the most anticipated smartphones in the world are here. There have been a lot of speculations, questions and discussions regarding the latest Apple flagships. So what have Apple created for us this time?
They have chosen to give an upgrade to the iPhone X and have introduced the The iPhone XS and XS Max. Most of the features in these two latest phones are an improvement on the X and we’ll cover them today.
If you can’t wait to grab one of these phones, the release date in Singapore is on the 21st of September 2018.
The most important aspect of an iPhone is the price, so let’s get to that first.
iPhone XS Singapore RWM Retail Pricing (without Telco Plans)
iPhone XS (Silver, Space Grey, Gold)
Apple Singapore Warranty
| Storage | Pricing |
| iPhone XS 64gb | $1,280 |
| iPhone XS 256GB | $1,520 |
| iPhone XS 512GB | $1,650 |
iPhone XS Max (Silver, Space Grey, Gold)
Apple Singapore Warranty
| Storage | Pricing |
| iPhone XS Max 64gb | $1,460 |
| iPhone XS Max 256gb | $1,590 |
| iPhone XS Max 512gb | $1,740 |
iPhone XS Singapore Prices at Red White Mobile (No Contract)
iPhone XS Max Singapore Prices at Red White Mobile (Without Plans)
Here are the plans from the biggest telecom operators in Singapore.
iPhone XS Pricing with Singapore Telco Plans
Starhub
iPhone XS
iPhone XS Max
Singtel
iPhone XS – Combo Prices
iPhone XS Max – Combo Prices
M1
MySim
i-Lite, i-Reg, i-Max
If you are on the fence about whether to purchase the iPhone Xs and Xs Max, here are a few details that will help you take that decision.
Specifications and Review of iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max Singapore
Apple iPhone Xs Singapore
| Display | 5.8 inches AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Weight | 177 grams |
| Build | Front and Black are made of Glass. The side frame is stainless steel |
| OS | iOS 12 |
| Chipset | Apple A12 Bionic |
| Internal Memory | 64, 256, 512 – 4GB RAM |
| Main Camera | 12MP + 12MP |
| Secondary Camera | 7MP |
| Sensor | Face ID |
Review of iPhone XS Singapore – Improvements on the iPhone X
Let’s get to the salient features of the iPhone XS.
The XS has an amazing camera, it might not seem like a huge upgrade compared to iPhone X. But what makes it different is the image sensor. Another addition is the Smart HDR. These make taking photos with the iPhone better during night time shots and where the contrast isn’t good.
The sensors are larger which means more light and the focus is much faster.
The Face ID on the XS is way faster than the previous version of the X and it is faster than the fingerprint sensor.
The extra, Smart HDR has improved the performance of the video recordings. If you are looking to shoot a lot of videos, then this is your phone.
Apple is betting on Augmented Reality with the A12 Bionic chip and the ARKit 2 and AR apps perform seamlessly.
The XS is more waterproof and dust-proof compared to the X. It can stay 30 mins under water without affecting the internal parts.
There is a dual sim support on the XS but with a hitch. You can add a normal nano sim and an eSim. Carrier locked phones won’t have this feature, but unlocked phones will.
The wireless charger has been improved considerably and charges faster compared to the X.
Finally, the display is way better. It has been improved considerably and the images are crisper and fresher.
iPhone Xs Max
| Display | 6.5 inches AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Weight | 208 grams |
| Build | Front and Black are made of Glass. The side frame is stainless steel |
| OS | iOS 12 |
| Chipset | Apple A12 Bionic |
| Internal Memory | 64, 256, 512 – 4GB RAM |
| Main Camera | 12MP + 12MP |
| Secondary Camera | 7MP |
| Sensor | Face ID |
Review of iPhone XS Max – Improvements over the X
The iPhone XS Max is huge. If you don’t like big phones, this isn’t for you. The main difference between the XS and the XS Max is the bigger phone size and bigger battery.
It has one of the finest OLED displays you would have ever seen. If you want the premium display experience, this phone is a must have.
One of the radical improvements is the speaker, the speaker is loud and crystal clear. Perfect for impromptu parties that have no speaker.
The battery life on the XS Max is better than any Apple device. According to Apple’s claim, the battery life on the XS Max is 1.5 hours more than the iPhone X.
The internals of the phone are similar to that of the XS and there is no big change there.
Should you go for it?
It depends, as always.
The XR, which is expected to be released in October is a budget friendly device with almost similar specifications, but having said that, the XS and XS Max are amazing devices.
If you missed out on the iPhone X, then you should definitely buy one of these devices. If you bought the iPhoneX and want the best Apple smartphone in the world, then you should definitely get one of these two devices.
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Our views
At Red White Mobile, over the years we have reviewed many iPhones and seen the impact of these phones in the real world.
The iPhone XS Series is arguably the best iPhone created. And we don’t say that simply.
Oh, by the way, we have great deals for iPhone lovers looking to lay their hands on the DUAL SIM version (Hong Kong Sets)
iPhone XS Max Dual SIM HK Sets
Here are the prices.
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