The Best-Selling iPhone 7 & 7 Plus: A Look Back

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iPhone 7 series was released in 2016. The 4.7-inch iPhone 7 and the 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus were the two sizes of the iPhone 7 that were initially released. Both models offered users plenty of storage for their pictures, videos, music, and apps thanks to a variety of storage options, including 32 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB.

Model	Size	Released	Discontinued	Capacities	Processor	Operating system
iPhone 7	4.7″	2016-09-16	2019-09-10	32, 128, 256 GB	Apple A10	iOS 10.0.1 to 15.7
iPhone 7 Plus	5.5″	2016-09-16	2019-09-10	32, 128, 256 GB	Apple A10	iOS 10.0.1 to 15.7

The introduction of a water-resistant design, which allowed for use of the phone even in rainy conditions, was one of the most notable features of the iPhone 7 series. Additionally, the iPhone 7 offered a better camera, a more potent A10 Fusion chip, and a longer battery life.

The resolution of the 4.7-inch iPhone 7 was 750 x 1334 pixels, while that of the 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus was 1080 x 1920 pixels. Both models featured high-definition cameras with 12-megapixel rear cameras and 7-megapixel front cameras.

iPhone 7 Series announcement 9th Sept 2016

The iOS 10.0.1 operating system that the iPhone 7 series used could be upgraded to iOS 15.7. Users enjoyed a quick and fluid experience thanks to the A10 Fusion chip, which made it simple for them to run multiple apps and engage in graphically demanding games.

The removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack and replacement with the lightning port for audio was another notable aspect of the iPhone 7 series. This decision was controversial, but Apple defended it by pointing out the enhanced water resistance and the versatility of the lightning port for other uses, such as charging.

In conclusion, the iPhone 7 series offered significantly better hardware, software, and design than earlier models. The iPhone 7 series, which did not have a headphone jack, was well received by customers and one of the most popular iPhone models ever.