Why is it called iPhone XS?

If you're wondering why this latest device is called the iPhone Xs, the answer is pretty simple: it follows the naming convention of previous iPhone models. The iPhone 5s followed the iPhone 5, the 6s followed the 6, and so on. Because this model is following the iPhone X, its name gets the shiny, new “s” at the end.

What does XS stand for iPhone?

The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max (stylized and marketed as iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max; Roman numeral "X" pronounced "ten") are smartphones designed, developed and marketed by Apple Inc. They are the twelfth-generation flagships of the iPhone, succeeding the iPhone X.

What does the S in iPhone XS stand for?

The newest Apple phones this year are called the iPhone XS and the iPhone XR. Apple insists that the "X" stands for the Roman numeral for 10. And the "S" stands for "speed," at least in Apple lore. But what does the "R" stand for? According to Apple's marketing chief, it has to do with sports cars.

Is iPhone XS and XS the same?

The iPhone XS has a 5.8-inch screen, and the iPhone XS Max has a 6.5-inch display. The iPhone XS is physically the same as the iPhone X, with one exception: It's 0.1 ounces heavier. But it's not like you'll feel it. The iPhone XS Max is a different beast altogether.

Why did iPhone stop making XS?

The iPhone XR was kept around in 2019, alongside the iPhone 11 range, as Apple's new “cheaper” iPhone model. This is why the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max were discontinued by Apple so quickly after their release.

Why is it called the iPhone Xs?

Is iPhone XS or XR better?

Even though the XS is the winner of our iPhone XS vs XR comparison, the XR still has more battery life and a bigger screen, so depending on your needs, the XR may still be a better choice!

Is iPhone XS heavy?

Weighing 177g, the iPhone XS is 3g heavier than the phone it replaces, 3g lighter than the Huawei P20 Pro but 14g heavier than the Samsung Galaxy S9. It's also thinner than most at 7.7mm thick. All of which is to say it's easy to pocket and handle, with either one or two hands.

Is XS or XS Max better?

The cameras are miles better — especially in low light — and the A12 chip provides a big speed boost. Between the two, I'd opt for the iPhone XS Max because of its bigger and more immersive 6.5-inch display and longer battery life, but the iPhone XS is the new iPhone to get if you want something more one-hand friendly.

What does XR stand for?

XR is VR plus AR. XR stands for “extended reality,” an umbrella term that covers VR, AR, and MR. All XR tech takes the human-to-PC screen interface and modifies it, either by 1) immersing you in the virtual environment (VR), 2) adds to, or augments, the user's surroundings (AR), or 3) both of those (MR).

How is iPhone XS pronounced?

But how do you pronounce “XS?” Be careful: following in Apple tradition over the years, the X is actually a Roman numeral. So it's pronounced ten, as in the number — and followed by S, as in the letter.

What does the R stand for in Apple XR?

Apple's Phil Schiller confirms the iPhone XR name doesn't stand for anything. 73. The letters attached to iPhone names have no meaning — this year, at least. By Chaim Gartenberg@cgartenberg Oct 22, 2018, 5:11pm EDT.

What is iPhone 9 called?

Rather than just biting the bullet and following convention, Apple execs decided to skip the iPhone 9 and move right along to the iPhone X – X means 10, it's a roman numeral FYI. This tied up the launch of the iPhone X with the iPhone's 10th anniversary nicely.

What does iPhone SE mean?

The first-generation iPhone SE (also known as iPhone SE 1 or iPhone SE 2016; SE is an initialism for Special Edition) is a smartphone that was designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It is part of the 9th generation of the iPhone alongside the higher-end iPhone 6S and 6S Plus.

What is the biggest iPhone?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the biggest screen of any iPhone with a diagonal display of 6.7 inches. The next largest iPhones are the 12, 13, and 13 Pro with 6.1 inch displays.

Which is better iPhone XS or iPhone 11?

The iPhone XS is smaller, has a display with better resolution and will cost you less. Meanwhile, the iPhone 11 has a larger screen, a better front camera, more processing power and a long-lasting battery.

Is iPhone XS and XR same size?

The iPhone XS is the exact same dimensions as the now-discontinued iPhone X. It has a 5.8in display but thanks to the edge-to-edge notch design is still a one-handed phone for a lot of people. Although it's cheaper, the iPhone XR is larger with a 6.1in display.

How does iPhone XS look like?

The iPhone XS measures in at 143.6mm tall by 70.9mm wide, and it is 7.7mm thick. It is slightly heavier than the iPhone X at 177 grams. Apple's new 6.5-inch iPhone XS Max measures in at 157.5mm tall by 77.4mm wide, and it is 7.7mm thick. It weighs 208 grams, which means it's not too much heavier than the iPhone XS.

What can iPhone XS do?

Are iPhone 11 and XS the same size?

The iPhone XS has a few things going for it. For one, it's slimmer and sleeker. One of the most significant differences between these two gadgets is actually their sizes: The iPhone 11 measures 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3mm, while the iPhone XS is 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm.

Is the iPhone XS waterproof?

Both the iPhone XS and XS Max were the first iPhone models to boast an IP68 rating. This means that these two models should be able to resist being submerged underwater (in freshwater, not saltwater!) to a depth of 2 meters for up to 30 minutes.

Which camera is better XS or XR?

The iPhone XR uses digital zoom exclusively. This means photos and videos at the same 2x magnification will look sharper on the iPhone XS than on the iPhone XR. That's because the iPhone XR relies on software alone to crop into the shot, rather than a lens that can capture higher quality natively.

Is 64GB enough for iPhone XS?

So, is 64GB enough for iPhone XS? A 64GB iPhone XS, with essential apps and a bunch of games installed, should have about 37GB of free space for your files. This is enough to fit 1000 songs, 2500 regular photos, 2500 Live Photos, and 2 hours of 4K video at 30fps.

Which is more expensive iPhone XS or XR?

The iPhone XR is $250 cheaper than the iPhone XS to start.

The iPhone XR starts at $749 for 64 GB of storage. It can cost up to $899 for 256 GB of storage. The iPhone XS starts at $999 for 64 GB of storage.