I got an iPhone XR when it came out. 256GB storage with intense use. Battery is at 81% capacity. It used to be a 10 hour phone, but now needs a new battery. Aside from that, I have no issues. None. I don’t game. No multi-tasking issues. I don’t do much photography so it meets my needs there. I have no need to upgrade beyond needing a new battery. I love my XR. Previous phones were iPhone 7 and 5.
God I wish I was like this. I need to stop Impulse buying 🤦♂️. I buy a new iPhone every year . Granted now i just do the recycle where I get the new one then my son gets the one I was using
@@brianj1r144 i also do this recycle thing but it's the other way around . I buy a new phone then my mom get the older one and it's not a big deal because i rarely use my phone due to heavy workload 🤣
Where do you get the battery’s from I’ve been thinking about getting one lately. I too had my XR when it came out just 128GB. I don’t mind my phone at all
I never knew that a battery replacement from Apple is only $89-$99. That seems like something that a lot of people could do instead of buying a new phone!
@@BrandonButch My only concern with doing it myself is doing it on a phone with IP water resistance. I'd assume Apple doing it would offer some sort of guarantee that it'd be water resistant after they did the swap.
The only trouble is the battery won't ever last as long on the newer software because it's running older hardware. I had Apple replace the battery on my XS and it still struggles a bit.
@@Adil-sv2xi The chip throttles when the battery can't output the right voltage to keep the processor running so it won't suddenly shut down or crash under heavy loads. A new battery should be able to handle that, so it's just the less efficient hardware running on software designed on more efficient SoCs.
Got an XR in 2018 and has been my daily driver. Just got a new battery installed and I will probably stick with it till the end of support or at least two more years so I've graduated. Then I'll snag one of those cool yellow 14s refurbished as my new one. I think the limited ram has been its biggest issue but even then its not bad at all. Really happy with my purchase.
I’ve been using the XR for around 3 years and I barely noticed the battery getting drained faster these past few weeks. I must admit I never really took the best care of it (playing video games while charging on a hot summer day 🤦♂️) as I didn’t know better, so that’s probably why my battery health plummeted to 80%. However, unless you care about the battery lasting all day, I’d say it’s still a viable phone to have as your main device. Unless you’re coming from a newer model, you don’t really notice the difference between opening apps on a newer one and the XR. The constant background app closing is a bit annoying but I can look past it since opening apps doesn’t take long anyway. I’m hesitant to upgrade because I’m not sure if it’s all that necessary just yet. I might take Brandon’s advice and wait until the next phone is announced 🤷♂️
I’ve had my XR since 2019 and I just upgraded to the 14 Pro today. Decided to upgrade because I felt my phone slowing down and there are gonna be more features from future major OS updates that won’t be available soon
Same as me I had the xr for about a year and it was decent but the screen was rubbish coming from a Samsung with a oled. Got a good trade in price and got the 12 on release day have had it since it came out. Honestly for a 2+ year old phone it runs like it’s brand new that I never got with a Samsung phone over a year and a half old. I’m like you now tho looking for that upgrade but its not really worth as this years iPhones are sort of dry and don’t really offer much more then even last years 13.
I can’t believe how popular the iPhone XR is, when it first came out, the sales were disappointing. Apple was so desperate to sell it, fast forward to now, it’s one of the best selling iPhone models ever. this phone was the blueprint for the regular iPhone 11, iPhone 12, and iPhone 13.
It's because the battery life versus price relation. Most of the people just need a solid phone - what here I do consider iOS based phones are - with good battery.. that's it.
As long as the software updates keep coming a couple more years. I wouldn’t consider this phone sad or ready to upgrade in 2023 maybe when it’s no longer supported by Apple with updates.
After I got a 13 Pro Max for Christmas (which I LOVE) I passed my XR to my mom. She had my old 6 Plus so she’s very happy with the upgrade! She doesn’t use her phone as much as I do but she does need one for emergencies, etc. So needless to say, the XR is still an awesome phone.
@@abbygober1698 I have Straight Talk as my carrier so they make it very easy to transfer one number to another. I did it myself on their website. My mom was never crazy about my old 6 Plus so with the XR there wasn’t so much of a learning curve. The battery doesn’t last as long but still she loves it. Straight Talk has a very good phone selection. Been with them probably 15 years or so and very happy.
@abbygober1698 u think apple just blesses u for turning 8n your old iphone? U don't think apple keeps and loads all that information on their software even tho they don't tell anyone publicly that they keep the information you "erase"
I bought my iPhone XR brand new from my carrier exactly two years ago today. I have taken very good care of it since I have owned it. It still has 92% on the battery, and it continues to serve my purposes very well. I mostly use it for texting, browsing the Internet, and social media, with only a few lightweight games thrown in on occasion. Because I am on a fixed income, I don't have any plans to upgrade, at least for another year or two. The iPhone XR is unquestionably the best smartphone I have ever owned.
I use the iPhone 14 pro but I used the XR back in 2018 and 2019 and it is by far my favorite iPhone from a legacy standpoint. Even back in 2018 I preferred it over the XS because of the 6.1 in display and the 25hr on and off battery life. The Liquid Retina displays colors also looked more natural as colors in apples earlier OLEDs tended to look over saturated at least for me as well as having the PWM issue but apple has quietly tweaked those issues over generations. The iPhone XR despite having aluminum actually even held up better than the XS back in 2018 as the XS had an issue where if you dropped it on the corner it would take a chunk out of the display because the stainless steel was too ridged. The XR also took better night shots it had to do with not having a telephoto lense that on the XS gave more noise to night shots so this was before night mode.
I have had my XR for 5 years now from new Brandon and still love it. Like you I just love its simple unclutted almost lens free design. You can lay is on a desk withour it wobbling too. Can't do that with any phones today. If Apple introduced a similar single camera design with an LED screen I would jump on it. I am pretty sure more than 90% of average people that own say an iphone 14 etc barely use the majority of the features, so why pay more. My 10R does everyting I need and I like my tech. Better screen and new chip and it would be perfect.
had mine 4-5 years its all i need, its works with my mavic air 2 and i can buy from ebay and watch youtube vids on it, more do i want from a phone? phones come on so much you can time travel on it lol
Got the XR when it came out and still loving it today. Only issue is that it has been starting to get warm and run hot lately even when just web browsing or doing other minimal tasks. Will probably upgrade to a 15 this year.
Honestly, I didn't expect to still be using my XR until this day. It still does good with social media and the camera is still very usable. I'll definitely try to use it for another year before upgrading, while also waiting for a new SE with updated specs and design or the long awaited usb c iPhone.
I had two XRs, and the first one overheated with almost every case I had on it. I ended up using my sister’s XR, and thankfully it didn’t overheat as much as mine did.
Not the end bro! im still using it. batery on 83% after more then 2 yrs of use.. Never dropped it once.. everything works perfect. i still get updates! very happy with it
I upgraded to the 14 pro this year. However my XR was one of my favorite iPhones I ever had. Also the iPhone 7 was a great phone. Never had a issue with my 7 or XR
I upgraded my iPhone 4 after 2 years to the iPhone 6. Then I upgraded my iPhone 6 to the XR after 4 years. Now after 5 years of using the XR every day it has 82% battery capacity left and I am still not sure if my iPhone 15 Pro order was neccessary. The iPhone XR also used to last about 10 hours On Screen Time back when it was new. So Apple didn‘t improve their phones by a lot, they just made the older ones worse with updates.
I still have mine. 3 years old, battery at 82%. So I'm gonna get that replaced and also the charging port. The cable is loose a bit but still charges. After that, it will be good for another couple years until software is not supported anymore.
I just upgraded my iPhone 8+ to the 14 pro max end of last year. Still unsure if I made the right choice. The sticker shock… am going to need to upgrade a 7 soon for a family member and have no idea where I want to go.
I love my iPhone XR. It will be forever in my heart. But like you said, good thing must come to an end. I’m planning to upgrade this year. I will be sad to let this go.
Watching on my XR 😊 (256GB black - bought it January 2019) Yeah battery.. 88%.. need to charge more than before.. but I’m no “power user”, and it works just fine for me.. a while longer. 😊 Since I have never touched any newer phones, I have still a good feeling with it 🥰
@@fasn279 I would say quite random.. I can not come up with a better answer… 🙏 Some days the phone was just lying there passive… and needed charging only every third day (especially in the beginning) Other days I am actively using it, and then charge it "when battery getting low"
I'm still using the iPhone XR in 2023, and it's running very well, besides the battery, because it needs a new battery soon. I plan on keeping this iPhone XR when I upgrade to the iPhone 15 when it comes out.
Sadly, it won’t… iPhone 8/Plus/X with A11 might or might not even get iOS 17- if they get then that means the Xr/Xs/XsMax with A12 will only last till iOS 18, but not iOS 19.
I just got my XR today, upgraded from an SE 2020 and my XR is way better compared to it. This is a good buy in 2023. Works flawlessly just like the newer iPhones. I don’t think that I’m missing out on anything that those newer ones do imo. The XR is pretty worth it🤷🏾♂️
Yes, coming from an SE, that design is almost 10 years old. XR has Face ID, full screen display and everything the new phones have except for the cameras
i ordered an xr and going to it from the se 2020. is it a good phone to switch from? i use my phone just for social media watching videos like youtube and tiktok and barley play any games like geometry dash on my phone. is it worth?
fr im buying 11 in 2023 even though i can afford iphone 12 or iphone 13 mini but i dont want to spend more money than its worth ..iphone11 literally got everything iphone 12 got and i dont care about the OLED screen or 5G lol
i got my iphone xr free from a family member, didnt get to choose the color, i get what i need from it but it definitely leaves something to be desired in the hardware and camera. i kinda miss my iphone 7s. i really feel like thats iphone's peak...
I just upgraded my XR to an iphone 13 after using it for 3 years. I sold it at 81% batter capacity, it lasted me throughout almost the whole day. It was such a pleasant experience and I do agree with all of the things you said. For a budget phone it really was very well made, especially for its’ time. Thank you for reading my comment and apologies if I made some mistakes, English is not my native language. :)
@@michelezanolla7154 I actually just made the jump to the 13 from my XR and I don’t see a massive difference. The size is probably the biggest thing. The screen covers more area, but the body feels smaller. So typing has been challenging so far. But overall it’s a much faster experience (probably because I’m not fighting with storage)
I got the Xr back in 2020 and for all intents and purposes it's been a champ. I'm also one of the crazy ones who double fist with Pixel (had 3XL before I traded it in for the Pixel 7). I've looked at the new phones but for what I did with it (light games, social, text and such). I didn't feel the need to upgrade. Now though that the 15 is coming I may just do that. Still costs and such will dictate more if I do. If anything i'd say we have at least iOS 17 to look forward to. After that who knows.
I had an iPhone XR I got in October 2020. Served me well for 3 years and battery health ended up being at 82%, I upgraded to an XS Max as I couldn’t handle my XR’s battery life and then upgraded to a 12 Pro Max a few months after as I was given one. I don’t plan on upgrading for a while and I have used a 15 Pro Max before, it doesn’t satisfy me that much
I love my XR. I got it for my birthday back in April 2019. Never got it replaced, never broke or cracked it. Very durable phone. The only other iPhone I had prior was the iPhone 6s I believe. I’m currently planning on upgrading to the iPhone 14 pro, since it’s the newest one on the market & my XR has showed some signs of it getting older. It’ll cut off by itself randomly then turn back on, it overheats super quick if I’m at the pool, Beach, or just using it for long periods. It’s had some glitches to where I have to turn it off & back in. The battery can go down very quickly too, especially on Snapchat or other apps. But, it’s nothing too serious to where I felt I needed to upgrade. My phones paid off, and definitely due for an upgrade. I probably won’t trade my XR in, I def wanna keep it. Im excited for the iPhone 14 pro, it’ll be my 3rd iPhone and I probably will keep that one forever until it just dies on me lol 😂 I’ve kept the XR for over 4 years & i feel like I’m lowkey losing a good friend lol. Even With all the things happening with it, it’s been a good phone to me!!
I had the XR for a lil over 4 years too and i'd say you might as well wait until the 15 pro comes out in a lil over a month, it will have some better cosmetic features than the 14 pro: titanium casing (which is more durable), much longer battery life, periscope camera lenses, and usb-c charging, which is an industry standard right now for fast data transferring
I bought the red XR at release and it’s been my daily driver since. I’m still at 89% battery capacity. I agree about the screen in the sun and my Face ID never worked out in the sun so I turned it off and just use a passcode. Holding out for the 15 or later (USB-C) because I can’t stand having multiple cables for the different devices. 😂
Pro tip for the face ID working in the sun. Just hold your hand over your forehead as if you are a older person trying to see something when the sun is in your eyes and it should work. That works for me at least.
Got my XR in November of 2019, aside from a few clumsy drops on my part leading to some cracks on the back, this is easily the most durable and long lasting phone I’ve had. I honestly don’t see any reason in upgrading until it literally gives up on me from a dead screen or battery or something. Currently it’s at 78% max battery capacity (not sure if that’s good or bad for almost 4 years tbh) and I’m planning to use it till it’s last breath. New iPhones now, as far as I’ve seen, really only have nicer cameras and slightly better chips. The difference though is so negligible that I really don’t see a point in getting the newest and shiniest iPhone
I love my iPhone XR but it’s really starting to show its age! I’m having connection issues, I have to charge it every single day and it’s starting to overheat on and off the charger to where I have to take it out of the case to let it cool down, etc 😕🤦🏼♀️
I’ve got an iPhone XR that I’ve had since late 2020 and it is still working perfectly, it is cracked on the bottom of the screen and that happened when I accidentally dropped it outside. Other than that everything else still works and I’m not fussed about upgrading. I was kind of thinking of upgrading to the 14 Pro when I have the money but I have decided that I’ll probably wait for the iPhone 15 when it comes out
@@poremich i got a 12 pro max instead but have tested a 15 pro max. I got my 12 for free and the upgrade was worth it especially when it comes to the battery life
I still have my XR from when it came out in 2018, it’s at 82% battery capacity, not bad for how poorly I’ve treated it over the years. Haven’t had a screen protector on it for almost 3 years now, a few chips, but pretty pristine. Though, there is a small dot on the bottom of the screen from who knows what drop/ fall. I do plan to but the 14 pro max soon, don’t feel like I need to wait for the 15 or whatever they announce, and just want a new phone. My family basically all have newer phones than me and they’re amazing, I can’t wait tbh.
The iPhone Xr actually has QuickTake video, it’s just not advertised by Apple to boost new iPhone sales. It got QuickTake camera as a whole with the new UI included on iOS 14
Watching on my XR black 64gb after 4 plus years of having this phone my screen finally cracked a little bit and my battery capacity is at 79% so I might finally upgrade this year.
I’ll use my XR until my phone dies or breaks. This is still OK for me bcs I just use for calling, messaging, Social Media & playing music. I use ipad for games & watching movies for better experience.
I recently got the XR as an upgrade from the seven, it feels so advanced and there are so many cool features the seven didn’t have, it’s easier to unlock with Face ID, bigger, different settings and base apps, better camera and I just love how it looks!
I use an XR because I replaced the battery (ifixit) so I feel attached to it now. Using as my main and an 14+ as a backup. I noticed my eyes tolerate the XR more than the 14+ or my 13pro. The last lcd iphone
its still a flagship level phone except for the lack of ultrawide camera (back and especially front) and bad battery life. this has been my opinion for the past 3 years of daily driving it, but i might have to take that back due to it overheating 24/7 for the last week
I have been using an iPhone XR for 2 years and 9 months at the time of writing this comment. The performance so far very good and tno issue with the camera. However, in the current position of iOS 17.0.2, the battery feels drained and the battery health at 79%. I think I just need to replace the battery, until later I really need to upgrade, maybe to iPhone 15 with USB type-C
One of the main problems with this review is bias. The main target audience of this phone isn't those who have 2 grand to blow on a 14 pro max. Most are probably coming from an iPhone 6 or 7, and from that point of view the iPhone XR is an amazing phone. It may not be up to newer standards but then again most target clientele aren't used to 120hz OLED displays.
Picked mine up in Nov 2019 and it’s still my daily driver to this day. Cracked the back glass recently though but am paying for the monthly AppleCare+, so a full 4 years into ownership, cracked back will only run me $99. Being that my financial situation got a bit tight recently, I can no longer get an iPhone 14 Plus in Jan 2024 like I planned, so I’ll repair my XR and run it for one more full year.
Check this out. I’ve had the xr since release. I use it 10 hours plus a day for everything. Never had not a single issue with it. It runs perfect. No noticeable lag. I have movie apps on it and use it as a stream to tv too. Movies run flawless. I have not one bad thing to say about it.
something else the XR is good for; international travel. The XR has dual SIM support AND eSIM support. That means you can easily pick up a data-only travel eSIM and get cheap internet access when traveling. Good luck finding that in any new phone available today without spending a LOT more money. The closest option is the iPhone SE2 (which is also a great value). On the Android side, Samsung only offers eSIM on their top-end S and Z series. Any recent Pixel would be a good fit, too. I've found the other manufacturers to be pretty inconsistent in feature support from model to model, and region to region. But for this price point, the iPhone XR is a great travel phone.
Had the coral XR for like 4 years and in all that time I never got the battery health below 87%. It was a true battery beast! On the14 Pro Max now and while I love it, I still miss the iPhone XR.
I got it on a fantastic deal. I sold my old iphone 6s about a year ago for $100 then got the iPhone XR for $15 from carrier (no contract). Essentially i got a better phone AND $85 in cash. Having upgraded to ios 16 last week (shortcuts became too good/useful to miss out on), I am debating if i should drop $85 to upgrade the battery or try and save up for a newer iPhone like 12 or 13 in few months.
Came from the iPhone Xr to 14 Pro Max honestly, apart from the deeper blacks the vibrancy and all that jazz still looks the same to me. (except when outdoors) And I’m very nitpicky. I can hardly notice the resolution bump! That’s how good that display is and doesn’t even feel like a 5yo phone.
Been rocking the iPhone XS for a year after switching from android. This phone is great and with an extra gb of ram makes iOS a bit smoother. Only annoying thing is battery and even with a brand new battery from apple, I struggle with a full day of extended use
one correction: idk why the apple specs say the a12 iphones dont have quicktake video, BUT THEY DO HAVE IT. My xs max had it on ios 16 and it worked perfectly fine.
Solid phone to be honest, 5th year with it and just got its battery replaced after it being 77% health. I play games on it a lot so I’d just upgrade to an iPhone with same/better screen size + better processor. My only regret is getting 64gb version 💀
iPhone's IPS LCD is always better than any android's IPS LDC. I'm talking as someone coming from Android. So, used iPhone XR is always great for anyone wanting to try Apple ecosystem.
I had a blue iPhone XR for two and a half years because my iPhone 6 Plus died and it somehow came back to life later that day, but the battery life was crappy and would heat up while using it. I upgraded to the iPhone 13 Pro Christmas 2021.
Hey Brandon, I just wanted to tell you that I noticed the difference in the style of the video , so that you recorded in different locations. What I liked a lot. Keep up the good work
Had an iPhone XR since it came out, over the years it really messed me over when it came to speeds and battery life. I recently upgraded to the 14 Pro Max and wow it's a huge change.
I never had a XR, I had a 11 before I got my iPhone 13 Pro - outside of the display (which was blown out of proportion) the phone was great. Have 0 complaints with it.
I've had an iPhone XR since they came out so I've definitely gotten my money's worth lol. But I'm planning to upgrade to an iPhone 15 in September so I can get USB-C
currently have XR and still like it, but it’s badly cracked on back side from two big drops. would you consider doing a video on how you’d recommend getting your hands on a 13 pro?
I bought my xr when it came out.. i still would not feel to change it but will probably have to since the support is ending this year? IF that is not the case, im changing the battery and hanging on to it.
My mother has the XR which is now four and a half years old. Everything works fine. The battery is down to 81% so maybe that needs to be changed. She’s probably good with the phone for another couple of years.
I have an XR but its draining battery and lack of storage makes like a pain everyday. Thinking of jumping to 13 to save some money but get a good product. Is this the right thing to do?
My mom is currently using the iPhone Xr (the white one) and she managed to bring it to its knees! With 60 tabs on Safari the thing just lags all over the place, she filled almost 40Gb out of the 64Gb available and the phone is begging to be put to rest at this point😂
It’s strange how none of the reviews ever mention the modems within these devices and how it affects cellular and wifi connectivity performance. The Xr had a garbage Intel modem and its cellular and wifi connectivity performance was noticeably worse than than its predecessors with the Qualcomm modems in them. Not to mention it was only 2x2 MIMO capable which severely restricted cellular and WiFi speeds. WiFi connectivity would frequently drop and cellular connectivity would take a beating on highways and interstates where cell towers are not as dense as in sprawling urban areas. I hung on to it for about two and half years but finally let go of it because of the fact that the device isn’t true 5G capable. Reviewers forget that the primary function of a phone is to make and receive calls and cellular and WiFi connectivity performance is supremely important over all else.
My XS works fine. This is a complete non issue depending on where you are and your usage. I'd hazard a guess that it's probably a nonissue for most people otherwise it would've been big in the news.
I regularly travel thru the countryside at speeds of 300 km/h (190 mp/h) and it never cuts out on me. Perhaps the cell network of your provider just sucks big time.
I ordered the IPhone XR 128 gb for free through Verizon this morning. I wanted my favorite color red but they only had black, blue, and white. I chose blue. The regular price was $254.99. I just came back to Verizon today after quite some time but previously I had the iPhone SE (second generation 2020).
I traded in my iPhone XR for iPhone 13 in Oct 2022. The iPhone 13 Face ID for me is far worse than the iPhone XR in daylight settings. The iPhone XR never struggled in sunlight whereas the iPhone 13 struggles to recognize my face regularly in daylight. I'm surprised you did not mention the LTE technology is very old and does not support the latest LTE band splitting technology for more throughput.
I've actually recently broken my phone and so with my budget and everything you've said about the xr it really seems like the best iphone for me however I was wondering where did you get the price range of under $200 ? Admittedly I am not from the us so I expected the price difference but no more than maybe $100 but that is sadly not the case.
I’m using this phone now and has it since early 2019(?)… battery health 84%. I don’t want to jinx it but it hasn’t caused me any troubles so far. I would keep using it forever if it lasted !
I have an iPhone 11. I went from a 7 to an 8 plus then a XR. I have seizures and I break phones easily so I really don’t need to have 1000 pounds in my pocket honestly. My XR was such a big upgrade, in every way and I’d still have it however it got water damage. My best friend bought my my 11 and rx so I cherish my phone even more. Battery is fine and I love the camera and now it’s even better on my 11. They run the new iOS version and have the newer feel then the SE. So I honestly can’t really recommend any newer models unless cameras are a must for you. If so go for a 11 or 12 pro. Not so expensive and comes with ultra wide band! Something I find incredibly useful for a epileptic
Still got my XR from launch, battery capacity at 82%. Gonna wait until it dies before I move onto a new phone, might even replace the battery if the phone is going strong and it reaches 75% capacity.
I like to think that "XR" stands for "eXtreme Relaxation". Think about it - with the iPhone XR in your hand, you have access to countless apps, games, and entertainment options right at your fingertips
I have the 64Gb XR and it has been in continuous service for almost 5 years. With a battery health at 86 percent I do start to see it nearing the "end of life" phase and I am slowly looking at the 14 pro max. As I do have kids I think the phone might see a few additional years of life after I have parted with the best iPhone I ever had.
That’s a relief 😅 both my mom and dad have an iPhone XR good now it still has at least 1 to 2 more years of iOS updates btw my moms iPhone XR is pretty color coral 🪸 my dad iPhone XR is basic color white
still have my iphone XR from launch day and it still runs fine only problems are it freezes here and there and the battery health is at 79% im just going to wait for the 15 pro max to come out and get one of those
Brandon! This new video style is awesome! Loved seeing you go outside to show the screen brightness and screen, and just seeing you in videos more often than just your voice, it's a great change, keep up the great videos!
iPHone XR gang, wya!?
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I was the one you replied too 4 days ago about if you recommended upgrading to the iPhone 12 from the iPhone XR 🙋🏼♀️
Me 🙋🏼♀️
I got an iPhone XR when it came out. 256GB storage with intense use. Battery is at 81% capacity. It used to be a 10 hour phone, but now needs a new battery. Aside from that, I have no issues. None. I don’t game. No multi-tasking issues. I don’t do much photography so it meets my needs there.
I have no need to upgrade beyond needing a new battery. I love my XR.
Previous phones were iPhone 7 and 5.
Same for me rn tho I think I'll probably upgrade next year
God I wish I was like this. I need to stop Impulse buying 🤦♂️. I buy a new iPhone every year . Granted now i just do the recycle where I get the new one then my son gets the one I was using
@@brianj1r144 lol my cousin upgrades whenever a new iphone comes out just so she can look rich or sum lol
@@brianj1r144 i also do this recycle thing but it's the other way around . I buy a new phone then my mom get the older one and it's not a big deal because i rarely use my phone due to heavy workload 🤣
Where do you get the battery’s from I’ve been thinking about getting one lately. I too had my XR when it came out just 128GB. I don’t mind my phone at all
I never knew that a battery replacement from Apple is only $89-$99. That seems like something that a lot of people could do instead of buying a new phone!
yep! Half the price from iFixit if you can DIY (it's really easy)
@@BrandonButch My only concern with doing it myself is doing it on a phone with IP water resistance. I'd assume Apple doing it would offer some sort of guarantee that it'd be water resistant after they did the swap.
The only trouble is the battery won't ever last as long on the newer software because it's running older hardware. I had Apple replace the battery on my XS and it still struggles a bit.
@@00SNIVY00yeah the chip throttles to maintain battery life, the only thing you’ll notice is less heating up and slightly longer battery life
@@Adil-sv2xi The chip throttles when the battery can't output the right voltage to keep the processor running so it won't suddenly shut down or crash under heavy loads. A new battery should be able to handle that, so it's just the less efficient hardware running on software designed on more efficient SoCs.
Meanwhile watching this on my XR
what color?
@@BrandonButch red 😁
@@emmanuelbinen6554 best color mines red two
Same here with red but can’t afford to get an iPhone 14 sadly might need to get another XR for the next 3 years :(
Same here😂
Got an XR in 2018 and has been my daily driver. Just got a new battery installed and I will probably stick with it till the end of support or at least two more years so I've graduated. Then I'll snag one of those cool yellow 14s refurbished as my new one. I think the limited ram has been its biggest issue but even then its not bad at all. Really happy with my purchase.
I’ve been using the XR for around 3 years and I barely noticed the battery getting drained faster these past few weeks. I must admit I never really took the best care of it (playing video games while charging on a hot summer day 🤦♂️) as I didn’t know better, so that’s probably why my battery health plummeted to 80%.
However, unless you care about the battery lasting all day, I’d say it’s still a viable phone to have as your main device. Unless you’re coming from a newer model, you don’t really notice the difference between opening apps on a newer one and the XR. The constant background app closing is a bit annoying but I can look past it since opening apps doesn’t take long anyway.
I’m hesitant to upgrade because I’m not sure if it’s all that necessary just yet. I might take Brandon’s advice and wait until the next phone is announced 🤷♂️
@@hustlawg I know, I replaced my iPhone 7’s battery before I switched to the XR. At some point you just want an upgrade for the sake of upgrading.
I’ve had my XR since 2019 and I just upgraded to the 14 Pro today. Decided to upgrade because I felt my phone slowing down and there are gonna be more features from future major OS updates that won’t be available soon
@@GiovanniCheng nice! Gotta make upgrading worth it haha
Same as me I had the xr for about a year and it was decent but the screen was rubbish coming from a Samsung with a oled. Got a good trade in price and got the 12 on release day have had it since it came out. Honestly for a 2+ year old phone it runs like it’s brand new that I never got with a Samsung phone over a year and a half old. I’m like you now tho looking for that upgrade but its not really worth as this years iPhones are sort of dry and don’t really offer much more then even last years 13.
I can’t believe how popular the iPhone XR is, when it first came out, the sales were disappointing. Apple was so desperate to sell it, fast forward to now, it’s one of the best selling iPhone models ever. this phone was the blueprint for the regular iPhone 11, iPhone 12, and iPhone 13.
It's because the battery life versus price relation. Most of the people just need a solid phone - what here I do consider iOS based phones are - with good battery.. that's it.
@@lukaszantoniak9046 when it comes to budget regular iPhones, now the iPhone 11 takes the spot.
As long as the software updates keep coming a couple more years. I wouldn’t consider this phone sad or ready to upgrade in 2023 maybe when it’s no longer supported by Apple with updates.
After I got a 13 Pro Max for Christmas (which I LOVE) I passed my XR to my mom. She had my old 6 Plus so she’s very happy with the upgrade! She doesn’t use her phone as much as I do but she does need one for emergencies, etc. So needless to say, the XR is still an awesome phone.
How did you do that with out trade in ?? I didn’t know you could do that
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I upgraded to an iPhone 11 from the iPhone 6s
Huge upgrade 😁
@@abbygober1698 I have Straight Talk as my carrier so they make it very easy to transfer one number to another. I did it myself on their website. My mom was never crazy about my old 6 Plus so with the XR there wasn’t so much of a learning curve. The battery doesn’t last as long but still she loves it. Straight Talk has a very good phone selection. Been with them probably 15 years or so and very happy.
@abbygober1698 u think apple just blesses u for turning 8n your old iphone? U don't think apple keeps and loads all that information on their software even tho they don't tell anyone publicly that they keep the information you "erase"
I bought my iPhone XR brand new from my carrier exactly two years ago today. I have taken very good care of it since I have owned it. It still has 92% on the battery, and it continues to serve my purposes very well. I mostly use it for texting, browsing the Internet, and social media, with only a few lightweight games thrown in on occasion. Because I am on a fixed income, I don't have any plans to upgrade, at least for another year or two. The iPhone XR is unquestionably the best smartphone I have ever owned.
I have had mine since 2018 and its still going strong.
I use the iPhone 14 pro but I used the XR back in 2018 and 2019 and it is by far my favorite iPhone from a legacy standpoint. Even back in 2018 I preferred it over the XS because of the 6.1 in display and the 25hr on and off battery life. The Liquid Retina displays colors also looked more natural as colors in apples earlier OLEDs tended to look over saturated at least for me as well as having the PWM issue but apple has quietly tweaked those issues over generations. The iPhone XR despite having aluminum actually even held up better than the XS back in 2018 as the XS had an issue where if you dropped it on the corner it would take a chunk out of the display because the stainless steel was too ridged. The XR also took better night shots it had to do with not having a telephoto lense that on the XS gave more noise to night shots so this was before night mode.
I have had my XR for 5 years now from new Brandon and still love it. Like you I just love its simple unclutted almost lens free design. You can lay is on a desk withour it wobbling too. Can't do that with any phones today. If Apple introduced a similar single camera design with an LED screen I would jump on it. I am pretty sure more than 90% of average people that own say an iphone 14 etc barely use the majority of the features, so why pay more. My 10R does everyting I need and I like my tech. Better screen and new chip and it would be perfect.
Just get a new iPhone…
I have the 14 for a better display and processor
had mine 4-5 years its all i need, its works with my mavic air 2 and i can buy from ebay and watch youtube vids on it, more do i want from a phone? phones come on so much you can time travel on it lol
how is it now ?
@@bassemsalah9522 Perfect. 13 is a bargain at the mome and tempted, but will see
@@bassemsalah9522still great been using it for 4.5 years and just replacing battery and everything is good now
Got the XR when it came out and still loving it today. Only issue is that it has been starting to get warm and run hot lately even when just web browsing or doing other minimal tasks. Will probably upgrade to a 15 this year.
Honestly, I didn't expect to still be using my XR until this day. It still does good with social media and the camera is still very usable.
I'll definitely try to use it for another year before upgrading, while also waiting for a new SE with updated specs and design or the long awaited usb c iPhone.
I had two XRs, and the first one overheated with almost every case I had on it. I ended up using my sister’s XR, and thankfully it didn’t overheat as much as mine did.
Watching this as I’m getting ready to finally upgrade my XR. I’ve used it everyday since I got it in 2018.
Not the end bro! im still using it. batery on 83% after more then 2 yrs of use.. Never dropped it once.. everything works perfect. i still get updates! very happy with it
I upgraded to the 14 pro this year. However my XR was one of my favorite iPhones I ever had. Also the iPhone 7 was a great phone. Never had a issue with my 7 or XR
and how satisfied are you with the new iPhone 14 pro ?
I upgraded my iPhone 4 after 2 years to the iPhone 6. Then I upgraded my iPhone 6 to the XR after 4 years. Now after 5 years of using the XR every day it has 82% battery capacity left and I am still not sure if my iPhone 15 Pro order was neccessary. The iPhone XR also used to last about 10 hours On Screen Time back when it was new. So Apple didn‘t improve their phones by a lot, they just made the older ones worse with updates.
I still have mine. 3 years old, battery at 82%. So I'm gonna get that replaced and also the charging port. The cable is loose a bit but still charges. After that, it will be good for another couple years until software is not supported anymore.
I just upgraded my iPhone 8+ to the 14 pro max end of last year. Still unsure if I made the right choice. The sticker shock… am going to need to upgrade a 7 soon for a family member and have no idea where I want to go.
I love my iPhone XR. It will be forever in my heart. But like you said, good thing must come to an end. I’m planning to upgrade this year. I will be sad to let this go.
What are you planning to upgrade to?
Watching on my XR 😊 (256GB black - bought it January 2019)
Yeah battery.. 88%.. need to charge more than before.. but I’m no “power user”, and it works just fine for me.. a while longer. 😊
Since I have never touched any newer phones, I have still a good feeling with it 🥰
88% is pretty good! My iPhone 13mini had 85% just after 1,5years 😅
what were your charging habits? overnight charging or top ups throughout the day
@@fasn279 I would say quite random.. I can not come up with a better answer… 🙏
Some days the phone was just lying there passive… and needed charging only every third day (especially in the beginning)
Other days I am actively using it, and then charge it "when battery getting low"
How? My July 2020 XR is at 88% maximum battery capacity. But I also gotta say I use it a lot!
@@crestas9 see my answer to similar Q just above 🙏
I'm still using the iPhone XR in 2023, and it's running very well, besides the battery, because it needs a new battery soon. I plan on keeping this iPhone XR when I upgrade to the iPhone 15 when it comes out.
The XR may not have alot of RAM but it definitely loads the applications back at a decent rate with out having to wait more that 10-15 seconds
I have a feeling the iPhone XR will get like iOS 19.
That would be so awesome!
Sadly, it won’t… iPhone 8/Plus/X with A11 might or might not even get iOS 17- if they get then that means the Xr/Xs/XsMax with A12 will only last till iOS 18, but not iOS 19.
But the iPad 8th generation with A12 might last till iPadOS 20.
@@raed.gilani i fully expect the 8 and x to get iOS 17. It’s not fair that the 6s gets 7 years of support but the 8 and x do not.
Yeah I think the iPhone XR/XS series will last with 11/11pro series since all s models last a year longer with there successor
I just got my XR today, upgraded from an SE 2020 and my XR is way better compared to it. This is a good buy in 2023. Works flawlessly just like the newer iPhones. I don’t think that I’m missing out on anything that those newer ones do imo. The XR is pretty worth it🤷🏾♂️
Is that even an upgrade you got a worse camera system and a worse processor
Yes, coming from an SE, that design is almost 10 years old. XR has Face ID, full screen display and everything the new phones have except for the cameras
i ordered an xr and going to it from the se 2020. is it a good phone to switch from? i use my phone just for social media watching videos like youtube and tiktok and barley play any games like geometry dash on my phone. is it worth?
@@NbvvzzThe Xr has a good battery live and it’s really good for multitasking and light tasks.
fr im buying 11 in 2023 even though i can afford iphone 12 or iphone 13 mini but i dont want to spend more money than its worth ..iphone11 literally got everything iphone 12 got and i dont care about the OLED screen or 5G lol
Just bought one. Runs smooth and on the latest iOS :)
i got my iphone xr free from a family member, didnt get to choose the color, i get what i need from it but it definitely leaves something to be desired in the hardware and camera. i kinda miss my iphone 7s. i really feel like thats iphone's peak...
I just upgraded my XR to an iphone 13 after using it for 3 years. I sold it at 81% batter capacity, it lasted me throughout almost the whole day. It was such a pleasant experience and I do agree with all of the things you said.
For a budget phone it really was very well made, especially for its’ time.
Thank you for reading my comment and apologies if I made some mistakes, English is not my native language. :)
I’m thinking of doing that exact same thing! Do you regret the iPhone 13 purchase over an iPhone 14? Or is it going well?
Do you see a big difference bewtween the two phones in terms of rendition/usability? Thanks!
@@michelezanolla7154 I actually just made the jump to the 13 from my XR and I don’t see a massive difference. The size is probably the biggest thing. The screen covers more area, but the body feels smaller. So typing has been challenging so far. But overall it’s a much faster experience (probably because I’m not fighting with storage)
@@graytlo great, helpful. thank you and enjoy!😄☀️
I'd rather say.. it's the only iOS budget phone with good battery and large screen - this is what 85% people really need on daily basis..
I got the Xr back in 2020 and for all intents and purposes it's been a champ. I'm also one of the crazy ones who double fist with Pixel (had 3XL before I traded it in for the Pixel 7). I've looked at the new phones but for what I did with it (light games, social, text and such). I didn't feel the need to upgrade. Now though that the 15 is coming I may just do that. Still costs and such will dictate more if I do. If anything i'd say we have at least iOS 17 to look forward to. After that who knows.
I love my XR in 2024, still...It does all basic jobs what i need. I'll still keep it for another 3 years:)
I had an iPhone XR I got in October 2020. Served me well for 3 years and battery health ended up being at 82%, I upgraded to an XS Max as I couldn’t handle my XR’s battery life and then upgraded to a 12 Pro Max a few months after as I was given one. I don’t plan on upgrading for a while and I have used a 15 Pro Max before, it doesn’t satisfy me that much
Y'all picking up any UGreen chargers?
yup they’re reliable
I love my XR. I got it for my birthday back in April 2019. Never got it replaced, never broke or cracked it. Very durable phone. The only other iPhone I had prior was the iPhone 6s I believe. I’m currently planning on upgrading to the iPhone 14 pro, since it’s the newest one on the market & my XR has showed some signs of it getting older. It’ll cut off by itself randomly then turn back on, it overheats super quick if I’m at the pool, Beach, or just using it for long periods. It’s had some glitches to where I have to turn it off & back in. The battery can go down very quickly too, especially on Snapchat or other apps. But, it’s nothing too serious to where I felt I needed to upgrade. My phones paid off, and definitely due for an upgrade. I probably won’t trade my XR in, I def wanna keep it. Im excited for the iPhone 14 pro, it’ll be my 3rd iPhone and I probably will keep that one forever until it just dies on me lol 😂 I’ve kept the XR for over 4 years & i feel like I’m lowkey losing a good friend lol. Even With all the things happening with it, it’s been a good phone to me!!
I had the XR for a lil over 4 years too and i'd say you might as well wait until the 15 pro comes out in a lil over a month, it will have some better cosmetic features than the 14 pro: titanium casing (which is more durable), much longer battery life, periscope camera lenses, and usb-c charging, which is an industry standard right now for fast data transferring
I bought the red XR at release and it’s been my daily driver since. I’m still at 89% battery capacity. I agree about the screen in the sun and my Face ID never worked out in the sun so I turned it off and just use a passcode. Holding out for the 15 or later (USB-C) because I can’t stand having multiple cables for the different devices. 😂
Me too. Mines been at 89% for a while. Starting to doubt it, especially because I’m really noticing fast draining
Pro tip for the face ID working in the sun. Just hold your hand over your forehead as if you are a older person trying to see something when the sun is in your eyes and it should work. That works for me at least.
Got my XR in November of 2019, aside from a few clumsy drops on my part leading to some cracks on the back, this is easily the most durable and long lasting phone I’ve had. I honestly don’t see any reason in upgrading until it literally gives up on me from a dead screen or battery or something.
Currently it’s at 78% max battery capacity (not sure if that’s good or bad for almost 4 years tbh) and I’m planning to use it till it’s last breath. New iPhones now, as far as I’ve seen, really only have nicer cameras and slightly better chips. The difference though is so negligible that I really don’t see a point in getting the newest and shiniest iPhone
its prertty good for 4 years
I love my iPhone XR but it’s really starting to show its age! I’m having connection issues, I have to charge it every single day and it’s starting to overheat on and off the charger to where I have to take it out of the case to let it cool down, etc 😕🤦🏼♀️
I’ve got an iPhone XR that I’ve had since late 2020 and it is still working perfectly, it is cracked on the bottom of the screen and that happened when I accidentally dropped it outside. Other than that everything else still works and I’m not fussed about upgrading. I was kind of thinking of upgrading to the 14 Pro when I have the money but I have decided that I’ll probably wait for the iPhone 15 when it comes out
did you get Iphone 15. How is the upgrade?
@@poremich i got a 12 pro max instead but have tested a 15 pro max. I got my 12 for free and the upgrade was worth it especially when it comes to the battery life
I still have my XR from when it came out in 2018, it’s at 82% battery capacity, not bad for how poorly I’ve treated it over the years. Haven’t had a screen protector on it for almost 3 years now, a few chips, but pretty pristine. Though, there is a small dot on the bottom of the screen from who knows what drop/ fall. I do plan to but the 14 pro max soon, don’t feel like I need to wait for the 15 or whatever they announce, and just want a new phone. My family basically all have newer phones than me and they’re amazing, I can’t wait tbh.
The iPhone Xr actually has QuickTake video, it’s just not advertised by Apple to boost new iPhone sales. It got QuickTake camera as a whole with the new UI included on iOS 14
Watching on my XR black 64gb after 4 plus years of having this phone my screen finally cracked a little bit and my battery capacity is at 79% so I might finally upgrade this year.
My sister has been using it since June of 2019. She doesn’t want to upgrade.
I’ll use my XR until my phone dies or breaks. This is still OK for me bcs I just use for calling, messaging, Social Media & playing music. I use ipad for games & watching movies for better experience.
I recently got the XR as an upgrade from the seven, it feels so advanced and there are so many cool features the seven didn’t have, it’s easier to unlock with Face ID, bigger, different settings and base apps, better camera and I just love how it looks!
I use an XR because I replaced the battery (ifixit) so I feel attached to it now. Using as my main and an 14+ as a backup. I noticed my eyes tolerate the XR more than the 14+ or my 13pro. The last lcd iphone
You should be Urunga the 13 Pro. Much better then the XR and 14 Plus
@@emilsecker7881 You’re right but I used it for a year straight and actually not a fan of pro motion…. Also have a 12 mini
@@ColoCulture pro motion is way better
its still a flagship level phone except for the lack of ultrawide camera (back and especially front) and bad battery life. this has been my opinion for the past 3 years of daily driving it, but i might have to take that back due to it overheating 24/7 for the last week
I have been using an iPhone XR for 2 years and 9 months at the time of writing this comment. The performance so far very good and tno issue with the camera. However, in the current position of iOS 17.0.2, the battery feels drained and the battery health at 79%. I think I just need to replace the battery, until later I really need to upgrade, maybe to iPhone 15 with USB type-C
Same I've had a XR for 2 years and I'm thinking of getting the iPhone 15 plus for me
I have xr and it's working good ❤️
Hey Brandon, I enjoyed the outdoor B-roll you included. Nice!
thanks!! Plan on doing that a lot more often
@@BrandonButch Oh cool! I looking forward to seeing more like that!
One of the main problems with this review is bias. The main target audience of this phone isn't those who have 2 grand to blow on a 14 pro max. Most are probably coming from an iPhone 6 or 7, and from that point of view the iPhone XR is an amazing phone. It may not be up to newer standards but then again most target clientele aren't used to 120hz OLED displays.
Picked mine up in Nov 2019 and it’s still my daily driver to this day. Cracked the back glass recently though but am paying for the monthly AppleCare+, so a full 4 years into ownership, cracked back will only run me $99. Being that my financial situation got a bit tight recently, I can no longer get an iPhone 14 Plus in Jan 2024 like I planned, so I’ll repair my XR and run it for one more full year.
Check this out. I’ve had the xr since release. I use it 10 hours plus a day for everything. Never had not a single issue with it. It runs perfect. No noticeable lag. I have movie apps on it and use it as a stream to tv too. Movies run flawless. I have not one bad thing to say about it.
something else the XR is good for; international travel. The XR has dual SIM support AND eSIM support. That means you can easily pick up a data-only travel eSIM and get cheap internet access when traveling. Good luck finding that in any new phone available today without spending a LOT more money. The closest option is the iPhone SE2 (which is also a great value). On the Android side, Samsung only offers eSIM on their top-end S and Z series. Any recent Pixel would be a good fit, too. I've found the other manufacturers to be pretty inconsistent in feature support from model to model, and region to region. But for this price point, the iPhone XR is a great travel phone.
I have an iPhone XR & have had it since it came out it’s finally hit 80% maximum capacity 🙏🏽
Had the coral XR for like 4 years and in all that time I never got the battery health below 87%. It was a true battery beast! On the14 Pro Max now and while I love it, I still miss the iPhone XR.
I got it on a fantastic deal. I sold my old iphone 6s about a year ago for $100 then got the iPhone XR for $15 from carrier (no contract). Essentially i got a better phone AND $85 in cash. Having upgraded to ios 16 last week (shortcuts became too good/useful to miss out on), I am debating if i should drop $85 to upgrade the battery or try and save up for a newer iPhone like 12 or 13 in few months.
Came from the iPhone Xr to 14 Pro Max honestly, apart from the deeper blacks the vibrancy and all that jazz still looks the same to me. (except when outdoors)
And I’m very nitpicky. I can hardly notice the resolution bump! That’s how good that display is and doesn’t even feel like a 5yo phone.
Been rocking the iPhone XS for a year after switching from android. This phone is great and with an extra gb of ram makes iOS a bit smoother. Only annoying thing is battery and even with a brand new battery from apple, I struggle with a full day of extended use
love my XR but it just started having tons of issues and malfunctioning this month and sadly think it is finally the end ='(
one correction: idk why the apple specs say the a12 iphones dont have quicktake video, BUT THEY DO HAVE IT. My xs max had it on ios 16 and it worked perfectly fine.
Solid phone to be honest, 5th year with it and just got its battery replaced after it being 77% health. I play games on it a lot so I’d just upgrade to an iPhone with same/better screen size + better processor. My only regret is getting 64gb version 💀
iPhone's IPS LCD is always better than any android's IPS LDC. I'm talking as someone coming from Android. So, used iPhone XR is always great for anyone wanting to try Apple ecosystem.
It's sad 2023 is the 8's 8 plus's and x's last year of software update. The 8 plus will have a special place in me
My sister has the XR. She loves it. Does everything, she wants in a phone.
I had a blue iPhone XR for two and a half years because my iPhone 6 Plus died and it somehow came back to life later that day, but the battery life was crappy and would heat up while using it. I upgraded to the iPhone 13 Pro Christmas 2021.
Hey Brandon, I just wanted to tell you that I noticed the difference in the style of the video , so that you recorded in different locations. What I liked a lot. Keep up the good work
Had an iPhone XR since it came out, over the years it really messed me over when it came to speeds and battery life. I recently upgraded to the 14 Pro Max and wow it's a huge change.
I never had a XR, I had a 11 before I got my iPhone 13 Pro - outside of the display (which was blown out of proportion) the phone was great. Have 0 complaints with it.
I've had an iPhone XR since they came out so I've definitely gotten my money's worth lol. But I'm planning to upgrade to an iPhone 15 in September so I can get USB-C
currently have XR and still like it, but it’s badly cracked on back side from two big drops. would you consider doing a video on how you’d recommend getting your hands on a 13 pro?
Still have mine (the red one, best color ever) since 2019, But I think it's coming to the end of its use, i want to change it for the 12 or the 13
Which one are you leaning towards? I think the 13 makes more sense
@@BrandonButch in fact it will depend on my budget but you are right the 13 would be the best
For those that are thinking about this, I have an XR and an iPhone 12. The XR is a much better phone. So I would not upgrade from the XR to a 12.
I bought my xr when it came out.. i still would not feel to change it but will probably have to since the support is ending this year?
IF that is not the case, im changing the battery and hanging on to it.
My mother has the XR which is now four and a half years old. Everything works fine. The battery is down to 81% so maybe that needs to be changed. She’s probably good with the phone for another couple of years.
I love my iPhone XR, but unfortunately it doesn’t vibrate messages or calls anymore. So I’m looking to upgrade
I have an XR but its draining battery and lack of storage makes like a pain everyday. Thinking of jumping to 13 to save some money but get a good product. Is this the right thing to do?
My mom is currently using the iPhone Xr (the white one) and she managed to bring it to its knees! With 60 tabs on Safari the thing just lags all over the place, she filled almost 40Gb out of the 64Gb available and the phone is begging to be put to rest at this point😂
It’s strange how none of the reviews ever mention the modems within these devices and how it affects cellular and wifi connectivity performance. The Xr had a garbage Intel modem and its cellular and wifi connectivity performance was noticeably worse than than its predecessors with the Qualcomm modems in them. Not to mention it was only 2x2 MIMO capable which severely restricted cellular and WiFi speeds. WiFi connectivity would frequently drop and cellular connectivity would take a beating on highways and interstates where cell towers are not as dense as in sprawling urban areas. I hung on to it for about two and half years but finally let go of it because of the fact that the device isn’t true 5G capable. Reviewers forget that the primary function of a phone is to make and receive calls and cellular and WiFi connectivity performance is supremely important over all else.
XS also suffers from the modem issues, but the XS's modems and basebands actually will start to fail very frequently.
I literally swapped 2 phones in a short period with apple because of this. Wi-Fi was awful all the time I could never just chill and browse
My XS works fine. This is a complete non issue depending on where you are and your usage. I'd hazard a guess that it's probably a nonissue for most people otherwise it would've been big in the news.
I regularly travel thru the countryside at speeds of 300 km/h (190 mp/h) and it never cuts out on me. Perhaps the cell network of your provider just sucks big time.
I ordered the IPhone XR 128 gb for free through Verizon this morning. I wanted my favorite color red but they only had black, blue, and white. I chose blue. The regular price was $254.99. I just came back to Verizon today after quite some time but previously I had the iPhone SE (second generation 2020).
Been my fav iPhone I have owned, done a battery replacement, and replaced the screen 3 times all myself.
it was really bothering me that he was calling it the 10R instead of XR and ik X means 10 so it’s the same thing i just thing XR sounds better
I traded in my iPhone XR for iPhone 13 in Oct 2022. The iPhone 13 Face ID for me is far worse than the iPhone XR in daylight settings. The iPhone XR never struggled in sunlight whereas the iPhone 13 struggles to recognize my face regularly in daylight.
I'm surprised you did not mention the LTE technology is very old and does not support the latest LTE band splitting technology for more throughput.
I've actually recently broken my phone and so with my budget and everything you've said about the xr it really seems like the best iphone for me however I was wondering where did you get the price range of under $200 ? Admittedly I am not from the us so I expected the price difference but no more than maybe $100 but that is sadly not the case.
still rocking my xr and using it as a 4k back up camera for my gym videos!
I’m using this phone now and has it since early 2019(?)… battery health 84%. I don’t want to jinx it but it hasn’t caused me any troubles so far. I would keep using it forever if it lasted !
I have an iPhone 11. I went from a 7 to an 8 plus then a XR. I have seizures and I break phones easily so I really don’t need to have 1000 pounds in my pocket honestly. My XR was such a big upgrade, in every way and I’d still have it however it got water damage. My best friend bought my my 11 and rx so I cherish my phone even more. Battery is fine and I love the camera and now it’s even better on my 11. They run the new iOS version and have the newer feel then the SE. So I honestly can’t really recommend any newer models unless cameras are a must for you. If so go for a 11 or 12 pro. Not so expensive and comes with ultra wide band! Something I find incredibly useful for a epileptic
Still got my XR from launch, battery capacity at 82%. Gonna wait until it dies before I move onto a new phone, might even replace the battery if the phone is going strong and it reaches 75% capacity.
Great video Brandon! I love my iPhone Xr Yellow 💛
I like to think that "XR" stands for "eXtreme Relaxation". Think about it - with the iPhone XR in your hand, you have access to countless apps, games, and entertainment options right at your fingertips
I have the 64Gb XR and it has been in continuous service for almost 5 years. With a battery health at 86 percent I do start to see it nearing the "end of life" phase and I am slowly looking at the 14 pro max. As I do have kids I think the phone might see a few additional years of life after I have parted with the best iPhone I ever had.
I have the iPhone XR right now and have been debating on upgrading to the 14 Pro but decided just to wait for the 15 models to be released
Now that the 15 is out, do you recommend XR users get the 14 or 15?
That’s a relief 😅 both my mom and dad have an iPhone XR good now it still has at least 1 to 2 more years of iOS updates btw my moms iPhone XR is pretty color coral 🪸 my dad iPhone XR is basic color white
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Got my Xr white unlocked in mint condition for $140. My favorite out of all iPhones. Even the 14 PM.
Considering to switch to the 13 mini, recommend?
I’ve had iphone 11 since jan. 2020, and my battery is down to 75%!
I've got a xr since early 2020 and still running strong. Won't replace it till it's dead
still have my iphone XR from launch day and it still runs fine only problems are it freezes here and there and the battery health is at 79% im just going to wait for the 15 pro max to come out and get one of those
How do I sell the iPhone XR? I am over 70 and not savy on selling electronics. Thank you. KOB
Brandon! This new video style is awesome! Loved seeing you go outside to show the screen brightness and screen, and just seeing you in videos more often than just your voice, it's a great change, keep up the great videos!
I upgraded to the 13 pro max from the XR and the battery is already down to 85% and I got it November 2021