Apple iPhone 7 review
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We've put the Apple iPhone 7 through its paces at our lab to find out how good its processor and screen are, and to measure just how long the battery lasts. Read our full review to find out how the iPhone 7 coped during testing. While largely unavailable to buy new, it's still popular in the refurbished and second-hand market. Performance of a second hand or refurb phone may differ from this review, and unfortunately, it may not be receiving security updates for much longer. See ‘Should I buy it’ in the full review for more.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- How long does the battery last?
- How good are the cameras?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
May 2022
First reviewed by Which?
September 2016
Released
September 2016
Technical specifications
Security
Display
- Screen size4.7 inches
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