The wait is finally over as Apple unveiled the new iPhone 15 series yesterday as part of the “Wanderlust” launch event. The new Pro models in particular should have significantly more advanced features. Among other things, the Pro Max will feature a telescopic camera with five times optical zoom for the first time.
At exactly 7 o’clock German time, Tim Cook took the stage and presented the latest generation iPhone. Like the previous year, this year also the keynote speech was held in digital mode. The brand’s new iPhone 15 series consists of four models, again with a focus on the Pro versions. But all smartphones have one thing in common: Apple is using a USB-C port and not a Lightning connector for the first time. The era of “iPhone cables” is finally over.
iPhone 15 (Plus): The notch is dead
Apart from the iPhone 15, there will also be a Plus model this year. On the front is either a 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch OLED display with maximum brightness. An impressive 2,000 nits Reached this makes the device significantly brighter than the Galaxy S23 Ultra (test). Recently, the display is no longer broken by a large notch; Instead, regular models also now have a dynamic island. Apple also uses a dual punch hole here, which houses the 12MP front camera and a more compact Face ID system. Using a software technique, the double recess is hidden, creating an attractive pill design.
The Apple A16 Bionic processor known from the iPhone 14 Pro (review) works inside both smartphones. Compared to its predecessor’s A15 SoC, the 4 Nm chip is said to be up to 40 percent faster. There’s also 128 GB, 256 GB or 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage and 6 GB of LPDDR5 RAM.
There is one on the back Advanced dual camera system, whose main camera resolution is 48 MP. The higher resolution enables, among other things, a digital 2x zoom, which should come close to the quality of a dedicated telephoto camera. Also, Apple has installed a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle camera that lets you capture more of the surroundings.
iPhone 15 Pro (Maximum): The “most pro” iPhone with a titanium frame
The innovation of the Pro model is much more exciting. Like its predecessors, either a 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch OLED display is used. 2,000 nits peak brightness Also, the panel offers an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hz This generation’s Super Retina XDR display is framed by remarkably thin display edges, which has a positive impact on the size of the device The freely assignable action button, which replaces the alert slider, is completely new. The case is made of titanium, which is not only more stable but also lighter.
A new one comes under the hood A17 Pro Used, which is the first 3 Nm chip. The SoC has six CPU cores (2x performance cores + 4x efficiency cores) as well as a revised 6-core GPU. retracing function. According to Apple, the graphics unit delivers a performance that is unbeatable in the smartphone sector. This will make it possible to play games like Assassin’s Creed Mirage or Resident Evil 4 Remake natively on smartphones. While the iPhone 15 Pro offers 128GB of storage in the smallest version, the Pro Max has at least 256GB of storage.
There are also major innovations in the camera setup, as Apple has for the first time at least given the Pro Max a 12MP periscope camera with optical image stabilization, which enables 5x optical zoom. The normal Pro has “only” a 12 MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom. Both models have one 48 MP main camera with f/1.78 aperture As well as a 12 MP ultra wide angle with a 120° field of view. Also, the camera is complemented with a new portrait mode, which is supposed to deliver better results thanks to the photonic engine.
Price: Will it be…cheap?
iPhone 15 price starts in this country 949 euros. Apple already charges 1,099 euros for the larger Plus version. In the manufacturer’s online store, the iPhone 15 Pro costs at least 1,199 euros, while the Pro Max 1.449 euros Cost means that all models are a full 50 euros cheaper than their direct predecessors – surprising in the smartphone sector. Pre-orders will be available starting Friday, September 15.
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