If you’re like most people, you want a phone that is going to do everything you need it to do, is user-friendly and doesn’t cost a small fortune. With the simultaneous release of both the iPhone 5C and 5S, many consumers are wondering which is right for them – the colorful, less expensive 5C or the powerful 5S. Read on for a rundown of some the features of both of Apple’s latest devices.
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The Processors. If you are looking for a phone with more speed and power, it’s a pretty good bet that the 5S is the right phone for your needs. The 5S has an A7 processor which is nearly twice as fast as the A6 processor in the 5C. In addition, the A7 processor is 64-bit and the A6 is 32-bit. This means that the A7 processor can process twice the data in the same amount of time as the A6 processor.
Price. The 5C wins hands down on the price point. The 5C runs $99 for the 16GB version and $199 for the 32GB device. The 5S, however, runs about $199 for the 16GB device, $299 for the 32GB and the 64GB device tops out at $399. It must be noted that regardless of the phone you choose, these prices typically require a two-year contract agreement with your cell phone service provider.
Physical Characteristics. In some ways, the 5C and 5S are very similar in physical attributes. They both have a 4-inch screen with a resolution of 1136 X 640 pixels. They are approximately the same weight – the 5C is less than one ounce heavier than the 5S. However, the casing on the two phones is very different. The 5C has a soft, silicon rubber casing, while the 5S has the more traditional anodized aluminum casing. The color options for the two phones are also very different. While the 5S does come in a new color –gold—in addition to the more standard silver or gray, the 5C is definitely the much more colorful of the two devices. Users can choose between blue, green, yellow, pink or white.
Storage. If storage is a deal-breaker when it comes to phones, then the 5S may be the right way to go for your particular needs. The 5S offers 16GB, 32GB and 64GB options, as compared to only 16GB and 32GB for the iPhone 5C.
Camera. The 5C’s camera is definitely an improvement from previous iPhone versions; however, the improvements are more subtle than those found on the 5S. While both cameras are 8 megapixels, the 5S has a slow-motion video recording option, a five-element lens, larger sensor, dual flash and automatic image stabilization.
Cool New Technology Features. On this particular topic, the 5C simply doesn’t compare to the 5S. The 5S has the Touch ID fingerprint sensor on the home button. Using Touch ID allows you to by-pass the log-in screen and even buy music, videos and more on iTunes. The 5S also has a new motion co-processor that makes health and health apps much more functional.
All in all, if you are an avid app user, take a lot of photos with your phone that you need to be of the highest quality possible and/or you need lots of storage, the 5S may be a better fit for you. If you’re on a budget, but still want a phone that has improved features from the iPhone 4S and 5, then the 5C might just be the right device for you.
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