iBench 3.x / iBench lite 
Version 3.x
including tons of improvements and enhancements
iBench lite includes all functions of iBench 3.x except the
update function and the history of own test results.
iBench lite can be updated to iBench 3.x by simple purchase of the features.
improved and additional tests
improved CPU - test see details
additional test of graphics CPU see details
additional memory - test see details
additional filesystem - test see details
iBench score see details
all test use real multitasking in order to measure
the advantages of multicore architectures
most recent iOS and additional devices supported
support of iOS 6
fully compatible with iPhone 5
full support of iPad, iPad Mini and iPad retina
improved display features
support of retina display
support of landscape and portrait mode on all devices
you can select from six different skins
improved update feature
automated update of new benchmark data and new models
(function can be enabled/disabled in settings).
Not available in iBench lite.
improved sharing of test results
automated sharing of results
(no need to email, automated access to the database)
(function can be enabled/disabled in settings).
database access from within the app or using safari
History of own test
Your own plodded test results can be viewed when online (internet connection necessary).
Not available in iBench lite.
tested under iOS 6
(because of many new features older iOS versions are no longer supported
meaning that the hardware must be at least iPhone G3S)
examples
support of the 4 inch display of the iPhone 5 
support of all iPod models, including retina versions
portrait and landscape mode on all devices
realtime comparison of results with data from online database.
In the system settings a debug mode can be activated and the tests can be accelerated (up to 10 times).
Accelerated tests are less accurate and should not be shared.
Debug mode is reseted after every restart of the app.
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detailed explanation of functions and screens
start screen
shows system data such as model, platform, iOS version.
In addition the iBench score of the top 4 devices from the database is being displayed.
The score of your device will only be displayed after conducting all tests.
The benchmark data can be updated online using the settings screen.
Use the button “test” to display the test menu.
Use “all results” to get a more detailed summary on the devices in the results database.
Use “settings” to change setting, update the database or get online access to help.
Use “history” to see your previous test (not available in iBench lite).
Use “info” to get valuable information.
history screen (not available in iBench lite)
iBench lite start screen
“history” tis not available in iBench lite
test screen
You can select individual tests and run them using the button “test single”.
To do all tests use the button “test all”. Immediately all tests will be started.
Each individual test takes about 10 seconds.CPU - Benchmark
The CPU benchmarks does some float and integer operations for 10 seconds..
The operations are done in two simultaneous tasks.
The test calculates the number of tests done during these 10 seconds.
The total result is then normalized to remain comparable to results of older versions (iBench 1 & iBench 2)
Multitasking is especially useful to test multicore systems.Graphics - Benchmark
during this test two 3D cubes are being continuously rotated.
The system measures how many computations of the 3D model are being done
in 10 seconds by the graphics cpu.
In addition the app checks whether the maximum frame rate of the
device can be maintained by the graphics cpu.Memory - Benchmark
During this test memory is being allocated, data is written into the memory and
afterwards a read out of data is done. This alloc/write/read cycle is repeated for
10 seconds and the system measure how many of these cycles can be conducted.Filesystem - Benchmark
During this test, new files are created, data is written to / from the
file and afterwards the files are being erased. The app tests the amount of data
written/read within 10 seconds to assess the performance of the filesystem.total result - iBench score
The total is computed from the individual results
Only complete results can be shared using the “share” button.
When sharing test data is being written to the online database.
In order to do that the device must be connected to the internet.
Successful writing of data will be displayed and the “share” button gets disabled,
If you have enabled automated sharing, data is shared automatically
and the “share” button is not available”.
In case of individual tests only, sharing is not possible.
Using the button “exit” displays the start screen again.
your device´s score compared
Back in the start screen now also the iBench score of you device is being displayed and
compared to other devices from the database.
results from the database
Using the button “all results” you can see the average score of all devices in the database.
Devices are displayed sorted using their iBench score in descending sequence of their iBench score.
The data displayed is the data which was available when the app was launched.
This data can be updated for free using the update function in the setting menu.
Settings
Using the button “update” new data can be downloaded from the online database.
Not available in iBench lite.
Using “auto-update” you can select automated updates.
Is this Switch activated new data will be downloaded whenever the start screen is being displayed.
Not available in iBench lite.
Using the switch “auto-share” you can enable/disable automated sharing of test results after
a full set of test has been completed.
Please be aware that update and sharing are causing data traffic on the internet.
This can incur some cost with your provider depending on the kind of our internet connection (WiFi or 3G) and your contract with your service provider.
Please be even more sensitive on this when using data roaming.
update (not available in iBench lite) 
If you press the “update” button, the system checks for availability of new data.
New data is downloaded immediately.
Data which can be updated are:
Benchmark data (this is updated frequently as every sharing of data triggers an update of the database).
Hardware data on new Models: Whenever a new model is available on the market, hardware data will be updated with new model data, benchmark data and new images for the database all results view.
Version 3.1 displays on the icon, whether new updates are available.
To get this information, the app needs to communicate with the server frequently. This feature also needs an
active internet connection.
The example shows, that 3 updates are available (new Benchmark data, new hardware and new images).
Please be aware that update and sharing are causing data traffic on the internet.
This can incur some cost with your provider depending on the kind of our internet connection (WiFi or 3G) and your contract with your service provider.
Please be even more sensitive on this when using data roaming.
Settings of iBench lite
By “unlock” you get access to the unlock screen where you can buy the additional functions (Test history and Download).
Freischalten ( nur iBench lite)
Using “buy” you can purchase the additional functions (Test history and Download).
If you have re-installed the program and already purchased the additional functions you can enable them again for free by using “restore” .
These auto functions can also be modified in the system settings.
In addition in the system setting a debug mode can be activated to accelerate the tests (max. 10 times).
The Debug mode is deactivated during each re-start of the app.
Info
Using “test details”displays additional information on the tests.
Using the “support” button displays this website in the app.
Use “locations” to see a map where the app is being used.
Support
Using the button “Safari” you can open this webpage in Safari.
Test explanations
Locations
FAQ:
are there any cost for sharing data or downloading updates?
No cost will be charged
Cost with your service provider might apply, depending on your contract and kind of how you connect to the internet (WiFi, 3G).
which data is shared?
iBench 3.0 shares results, device type, version number of iOS and time and date of test.
iBench 3.1 and above also will send location data if this is enabled.
why are location data shared in version 3.1 and above?
in order to identify where the app is being used and to evaluate whether additional languages should be supported
can sending of location data be disabled?
yes, either it can be declined during the first start of the app or it can be changed at any time in the system settings under privacy/location services.
why do the test results vary?
iOS devices are multitasking devices. iBench does not stop any apps running in parallel and therefore the result depends on what else is running on the device. To reduce variation and to get best results you should stop all other applications (not just move them to the background).
Will my test history be erase when I uninstall the app?
The results remain stored in the database.
The app creates a unique device ID during the first start. This ID will be restored when yo re-install the app,
A complete reset of your device will also erase the device ID.
During an encrypted backup, also your device ID will be stored. From such a backup you always an restore your device ID.