Pros
Our editorial view of this model’s strengths and limitations.
A high-contrast screen
The Apple iPhone XS has a 5.8-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Easy to carry
At 177 g, the Apple iPhone XS makes sense if a large phone feels awkward in a pocket or in one hand. The smaller screen is part of that trade-off.
A separate telephoto camera
The Apple iPhone XS includes a dedicated telephoto camera. It gives you a tighter view of a person or detail without immediately cropping a small part of the main camera image, which is handy for portraits.