What does XR mean in phones?

What does XR mean in phones?

One of Apple's new phones this fall is the iPhone XR. Apple finally revealed what the "R" means. Apparently, it's an homage to "special" sports cars, according to Apple's marketing chief, Phil Schiller.

How much is the iPhone XR now?

As of the release of the iPhone 12 lineup, the iPhone XR is available in GB storage capacities and pricing in the U.S. starts at $499.

Will iPhone XR be discontinued?

Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone XR but that doesn't mean you cannot still buy the phone. Plenty of carriers and phone networks still have stock of the iPhone XR, so you can still pick up a brand new model in 2021.

Is iPhone XR a good phone?

The iPhone XR remains a good buy if you're looking for an iPhone under $500. You get a roomy 6.1-inch display, swift performance from Apple's A12 Bionic processor and good camera quality in a colorful design. ... But based on my iPhone XR review, Apple's big-screen phone is worth buying for those on a budget.

Is iPhone XR still available?

Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone XR but that doesn't mean you cannot still buy the phone. Plenty of carriers and phone networks still have stock of the iPhone XR, so you can still pick up a brand new model in 2021.

Is iPhone 11 or XR better?

The most affordable of 2019's iPhone releases, iPhone 11 is a perfect marriage of style and functionality, and a significant upgrade on iPhone XR. ... The chipset has been upgraded to Apple's new A13 bionic processor, and along with 4GB of RAM and a bigger battery, iPhone 11 is a more powerful beast than iPhone XR.

Which is better iPhone 8 or XR?

By many aspects, the XR beats the 8: it has a larger display with a higher resolution, a higher pixel density, and is edge-to-edge. But not so fast, the iPhone 8 beats the XR in one display aspect: the XR lacks 3D Touch, which the iPhone 8 has. If you were never a fan of 3D Touch, that won't matter much.

Which is better iPhone 10 or XR?

Powerful processor: The iPhone XR packs a more powerful A12 Bionic -processor that is great for mobile gaming and even augmented reality. Long-lasting battery: The battery of the iPhone XR lasts longer than that of the iPhone X. Larger screen: In case you value a larger 6.1-inch screen, go with the iPhone XR.

Is the iPhone XR a good phone?

• With a price drop to$499,the iPhone XR is one of the better smart phone values.
• The 6.1-inch LCD is big,bright and colorful,though OLED screens offer better blacks and wider viewing angles.
• The single rear camera offers excellent performance and impressive portraits,but the newer iPhones offers better low-light performance.

How much does iPhone XR cost?

• iPhone Xr prices start at $599 and can cost as much as $840 for models in better condition with more storage. Buying used, directly from another Swappa user usually means the cheapest price.

How to set up iPhone XR?

• Go to Settings > Passwords&Accounts.
• Tap Add Account,then select your email provider.
• Enter your email address and password.
• Tap Next and wait for Mail to verify your account.
• Choose information from your email account,like Contacts or Calendars.
• Tap Save.

How to unlock iPhone XR?

• Back up your iPhone.
• After you make a backup, erase your iPhone.
• Restore your iPhone from the backup you just made.