| The name of the base system (platform): | Apple iPhone |
| Developers: | Apple |
| Date of the premiere of the system: | September 7, 2016 |
| Technology: | Tablets and smartphones |
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2025: Apple admits marriage in iPhone 7. In smartphones, the sound is turned off
On February 5, 2025, it became known that Apple began to pay compensation to the owners of some iPhone models due to a defect. Defective smartphones can get worse or lose sound.
We are talking about a problem called Loop Disease, which was encountered by users of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, which debuted in 2016. Many owners of these devices experienced a deterioration in sound quality during daily use, including during FaceTime calls. It is said that the reason could be pressure on a certain area of the smartphone, due to which there was a violation of the contacts of the audio chip.
As a result, a class action lawsuit was filed against Apple, which could be joined until the summer of 2024. Court documents noted that "the materials used in the manufacture of the iPhone case do not provide the necessary protection for internal components." This may eventually result in loss of electrical contact between the audio chip and the motherboard due to minor deformation of the exterior of the device during normal use. In addition to mute, a number of owners of the defective iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus have experienced problems with the microphone. Some customers managed to carry out repairs for free, while others were charged in service centers.
As part of the proceedings, the Cupertino-based company decided to conclude a settlement agreement. The total amount of payments from Apple will be $35 million. Owners of defective iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will be able to get up to $200. Those users who have repaired the devices at their own expense can count on compensation up to $350. Part of the funds will go to pay for the services of lawyers representing the interests of the plaintiffs.[1]
2023: 159.9 million iPhone 7 models sold
2018: Apple stops selling iPhones 7 and 8 in Germany by court order
On December 20, 2018, Apple announced the termination of sales of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 in Germany, thereby complying with the requirement of the Munich District Court. He found the company guilty of violating Qualcomm's patent. Read more here.
2016: Announcement
On September 7, 2016, in San Francisco, Apple introduced a new generation of smartphones - the 4.7-inch iPhone 7 and 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus. Sales of the devices started on September 16.
The new iPhone has a new design - it has become more minimalistic and more rounded, and a glossy surface. To give a new look to the smartphone, the production technology was changed. The aluminum case is immersed in a special liquid so that the gloss effect appears.
The Home button has been redesigned - now it has become touch-sensitive and will vibrate in response to the action.
In terms of photo and video capabilities, the new iPhone has optical stabilization, an improved lens consisting of six elements, a flash with four LEDs, 60 times faster autofocus. The initial model has one camera, and the iPhone 7 Plus has two 12-megapixel cameras.
Another new feature is that the smartphone now uses machine learning to customize all indicators on its own. Apple calls the new camera the best that has ever been created for a smartphone.
The display of the new iPhone has become 25% brighter, 2 stereo speakers have appeared in the smartphone. Wireless headphones were also released for the new device, while it did not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
In addition, the smartphone received protection from moisture and dust.
The new iPhones will be sold with the iOS 10 operating system, which Apple calls the largest iOS update of all time.
The iPhone 7 with 32GB minimum memory costs from $649. The maximum memory is 256GB. The iPhone 7 Plus with 32GB memory costs from $769. dollars Its maximum memory is also 256GB.
In addition to the iPhone, the company introduced the new Apple Watch - Series 2, which has been completely rethought from an engineering point of view. For example, if the first watch was protected from water spray, then the second generation can withstand being under water at a depth of up to 50 meters. The speaker in the clock is rebuilt so that he is also resistant to water. In addition to fitness apps, apps specifically for swimmers will be available for the Apple Watch. Another feature of the new watch is that it can be used when playing Pokemon Go.
The watch uses the second generation of displays - 2 times brighter, as well as a new type of processor - dual-core, which is 50% more powerful. This means that applications will run faster on them. Another innovation is the built-in GLONASS/.GPS
The second generation Apple Watch will also receive a ceramic case.
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