2017 is all about the tenth anniversary iPhone. Why so? Because Samsung has launched the Galaxy S8 in markets worldwide. Since Samsung gave the Galaxy S8 an all-new design, it is the biggest competitor of the iPhone 8. However, little does anyone realise that Galaxy S8 will have to compete with iPhone 7S and &S Plus. Why? The chances of Apple doing away with 7S and 7S Plus are quite minimal. Also, the iPhone 8’s price will not be to everyone’s liking. So, the 7S and 7S Plus will be the default choice for many buyers worldwide. So, read on to know more about the iPhone 7S and 7S Plus price, launch date, features and specifications.
Apple may update the iPhone 7’s design for the 7S
iPhone 7S/7S Plus Price in India
| iPhone 7S Price (expected) | Rs 65,000 (32GB)/Rs 75,000 (128GB)/Rs 85,000 (256GB) |
| iPhone 7S Plus Price (expected) | Rs 77,000 (32GB)/Rs 87,000 (128GB)/RS 97,000 (256GB) |
Reports suggest that iPhone 7S may serve as the “low-cost iPhone”. However, taking that bit with a heap of salt is what we are doing. Why? Simply because Apple will not let go of its margins just to create more space for products in its lineup.The iPad is the best example in this case. The iPad Air 2 went off sale and was replaced by the iPad with similar specs.Had Apple wanted, it could have sold the iPad Air 2 at a low cost. Instead, it discontinued the device altogether.
iPhone 7S/7S Plus India Launch Date
| Launch Date (expected) | Mid-October-Early November, 2017 |
Sources are citing delays in the production of the iPhone 8. However, they claim the 7S and 7S Plus will come before September (September is when the new iPhone is launched). The important bit to remember is that it is iPhone 8’s production which may be hit by troubles not iPhone 7S and 7S Plus. So, Apple can still meet its regular timelines as far as launching the 7S and 7S Plus is concerned.
iPhone 7S/7S Plus Specifications
| Specifications | Apple iPhone 7S | Apple iPhone 7S Plus |
| Processor | A10x Fusion with M10x motion co-processor | A10x Fusion with M10x motion co-processor |
| RAM | N/A | N/A |
| Internal Storage | 32GB/128GB/256GB | 32GB/128GB/256GB |
| Display | 4.7-inch Retina HD, LCD, 16:9 aspect ratio | 5.5-inch, Retina HD, LCD, 16:9 aspect ratio |
| OS | iOS 11 | iOS 11 |
| Primary (rear) Camera | 12-megapixel with flash | Dual, 12-megapixel with flash |
| Front Camera | 7-megapixel | 7-megapixel |
| Battery | N/A | N/A |
| Dual SIM | No | No |
The S range of iPhones touch upon incremental design upgrades but major mechanical changes. We expect Apple to continue with trend in case of 7S and 7S Plus. This will help Apple fulfil the demands of those not looking for the iPhone 8.
The iPhone 7S Plus is expected to have a vertical dual camera setup, unlike the 7 Plus’ horizontal one.
iPhone 7S/7S Plus Features
- New Design
- Waterproof
- Dual tone finish
- Fingerprint scanner on the back
- USB Type-C
- Wireless Charging
- Seven colour options
A few features are expected to come from iPhone 8 to iPhone 7S and 7S Plus. This will keep the two iPhones seem like lucrative options in the presence of the iPhone 8. Also, Apple can use the 7S and 7S Plus as test bed for future technologies. So, expect this feature list to grown in future.
