Testseek.com have collected 773 expert reviews of the Apple iPhone 5 and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Apple iPhone 5.
May 2013
(85%)
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The editors liked
New taller 4in screen
Thinner
Lighter
Better battery life
Same slick performance as with previous iPhones. 4G is a welcome addition. Longer display adds needed screen real estate. Earpods are very comfortable
Super thin and light design
Excellent 4in display
Outstanding camera
Great design
Larger screen
Quality camera
Slim
Light case
Taller
Roomier display
Improved performance
Higher-resolution front-facing camera
The editors didn't like
New Lightning dock connector means you'll need a connector for all your old accessories
$799 (16GB)
$899 (32GB)
$999 (64GB)
IOS is still mostly uncustomisable. Design isn't as nice to hold as it is to look at. No HDMI
Micro USB or memory expansion
Unless you pay for adapters. No NFC
Scratches and chips easily
Poor battery life
Extra screen size isn't always utilised
High price
Poor maps
Ageing OS
Lightning connector incompatible with older peripherals
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