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Apple iPhone 7 Plus full specification

Apple iPhone 7 Plus full specification

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CPU Quad-core 2.34 GHz (2x Hurricane + 2x Zephyr)
RAM 3GB (Apple A10 Fusion)
Storage 32/128/256 GB
Camera 5.5" (1080x1920 pixels)
Display 12MP 2160p (Dual) || 7MP (Single)
Battery 2900 mAh (Li-Ion)

SPECIFICATIONS
Description

SPECIFICATIONS

General

Status	Available
Announced	Released 2016, September
Released	01 March, 2025
Model	iPhone 7 Plus - A1784 (Global), A1661 (USA & China), A1785 (Japan), A1786 (China)
Price Apple iPhone Price in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, India, Pakistan, China, Japan and Europe	$569 - $669 \|\| £280 - £350 \|\| Rs.77,900 - Rs.96,249 \|\| ₹46,065 - ₹59,799

Network

Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - A1661, A1784 CDMA 800 / 1900 / 2100 - A1661
3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - A1661, A1784 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO & TD-SCDMA - A1661
4G Network	LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 27(800), 28(700), 29(700), 30(2300), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) - A1661, A1784
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.
EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.

Body

Dimensions	158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm (6.23 x 3.07 x 0.29 in)
Weight	188 g (6.63 oz)
Colors	Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Nano-SIM

Body

Dimensions	158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm (6.23 x 3.07 x 0.29 in)
Weight	188 g (6.63 oz)
Colors	Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Nano-SIM

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor)	LED-backlit IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size	5.5 inches (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others.	16M colors
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	401 ppi
Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind.	Ion-strengthened glass, oleophobic coating
Multitouch
Features	- Wide color gamut display - 3D Touch display & home button - Display Zoom

Camera

Primary Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality.	Lens-1: 12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/3", PDAF, OIS Lens-2: 12 MP, f/2.8, 56mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", AF, 2x optical zoom
Video	1080p@30fps
Camera Features	Face detection, HDR
Selfie Camera	7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard)
Video	1080p@30fps
Camera Features	Face detection, HDR

Software

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device.	iOS 10.0.1, upgradable to iOS 13
Browser (Default)	Safari

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Apple A10 Fusion
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Quad-core 2.34 GHz (2x Hurricane + 2x Zephyr)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	PowerVR Series7XT Plus (six-core graphics)
RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	3 GB
Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	32/128/256 GB
Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	NO
Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device.	Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Li-Ion (Lithium Ion)
Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	2900 mAh battery (11.1 Wh)
Placement	Non-removable
Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	NO
Fast Charging	NO
Standby Standby Time is the total amount of time that you can leave your is fully charged, turned on and ready to send and receive calls or data transmissions before completely discharging the battery.	Up to 16 days
Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower.	Up to 21 hours on 3G
Audio Playback	Up to 60 hours (Wireless)
Video Playback	Up to 14 hours (Wireless)
Internet Usage	Up to 13 hours on (3G, LTE) \|\| Up to 15 hours on WiFi

Media

Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack
FM Radio	NO
Features	- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter incl.

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	v4.2, A2DP, LE
Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range.
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world.	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-fi Hotspot
USB	2.0, proprietary reversible connector
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.

MISC

Description

The Apple iPhone 7 Plus, launched on September 16, 2016, was a big step forward for Apple. With its large screen, dual cameras, and powerful performance, it stood out as one of the best smartphones of its time. In this review, we will explore its features in detail.

Design and Build

Apple iPhone 7 Plus Design

The iPhone 7 Plus is a beautifully designed phone with an aluminum back and rounded edges. It feels solid in the hand and has a premium look.

Dimensions and Weight

Size: 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm
Weight: 188g

This phone is bigger and slightly heavier than the regular iPhone 7. However, it still fits comfortably in most hands.

Key Features

Water and Dust Resistance: Rated IP67 can survive up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
Color Options: It comes in Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold, and Red.
No Headphone Jack: Apple removed the headphone jack, encouraging users to switch to wireless headphones.

The design was modern and ahead of its time in 2016.

Display of Apple iPhone 7 Plus

The iPhone 7 Plus has a large 5.5-inch Retina IPS LCD. The display is bright and vibrant, making it great for watching videos or browsing.

Display Highlights

Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels (Full HD).
Pixel Density: 401 pixels per inch (PPI).
Brightness: 625 nits, making it easy to see outdoors.
3D Touch: The screen can sense pressure, allowing you to perform different actions with a simple press.

The display is sharp and offers excellent color accuracy.

Performance

Apple iPhone 7 Plus A10 Chip

The Apple iPhone 7 Plus is powered by Apple’s A10 Fusion chipset, which was very powerful for its time.

Hardware Details

Processor: Quad-core (2x high-performance cores + 2x energy-efficient cores).
Graphics: PowerVR Series7XT Plus, perfect for gaming and videos.
RAM: 3GB, which helps with multitasking.

This phone can handle apps, games, and multitasking smoothly, even today.

Apple iPhone 7 Plus Camera

The iPhone 7 Plus introduced a dual-camera system, the first for iPhones. This made it a favorite for photography lovers.

Rear Cameras

12 MP Wide Lens: With an f/1.8 aperture, it performs well in low light.
12 MP Telephoto Lens: With an f/2.8 aperture, it allows 2x optical zoom without losing quality.

Camera Features

Quad-LED Flash: Provides bright and natural lighting for photos.
Video Recording: Supports 4K recording at 30fps and slow-motion videos at 240fps.

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 7 MP.
Video: 1080p video recording.

The dual cameras made it possible to capture stunning portrait photos with a blurred background effect.

Battery Life

Apple iPhone 7 Plus Battery

The iPhone 7 Plus has a 2900mAh battery, which provides good usage time.

Battery Performance

Talk Time: Up to 21 hours on 3G.
Standby Time: Up to 384 hours on 3G.
Endurance Rating: 75 hours of moderate use.

With regular usage, the phone easily lasts a full day.

Software

The Apple iPhone 7 Plus launched with iOS 10.0.1 and can be updated to iOS 15.8.1.

Software Benefits

User-Friendly Interface: iOS is simple and easy to use.
Updates: Apple supported this phone for several years with regular updates.

While it no longer supports the latest iOS versions, it still runs smoothly on iOS 15.

Storage

The phone comes with three storage options:

32GB: Suitable for basic users.
128GB: Ideal for storing photos and videos.
256GB: Great for those who need more space.

There is no slot for a memory card, so choose the storage option carefully.

Sound

The iPhone 7 Plus features stereo speakers, providing better sound quality than earlier models. However, it lacks a headphone jack. Users need to use wireless headphones or Lightning port adapters.

Connectivity

The phone offers all the essential connectivity features:

Wi-Fi: Dual-band for faster speeds.
Bluetooth 4.2: Compatible with most wireless devices.
NFC: Supports Apple Pay for contactless payments.

There is no support for FM radio, but all other features are up to date.

Popular Opinions

The iPhone 7 Plus was widely praised for its dual-camera setup, large screen, and reliable battery. However, some users missed the headphone jack and wished for expandable storage.

Comparisons

iPhone 7: Smaller and lacks a dual-camera setup.
iPhone 8 Plus: Adds wireless charging and a glass back.

Pricing

When it was launched, the iPhone 7 Plus was a premium device. Today, you can find it for around 320 EUR in refurbished markets. It is an affordable choice for those seeking a reliable phone.

Conclusion

The Apple iPhone 7 Plus is a classic smartphone with many great features. Its dual-camera system, large display, and reliable battery make it a great choice even in 2025. While newer phones offer advanced features, the iPhone 7 Plus still performs well for basic to moderate use.

If you want a reliable phone with great photography features, the iPhone 7 Plus is worth considering.

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