The new iPhone 15 is available to pre-order today, from Apple, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and many other carriers. What we’re doing here is showing you the best pre-order deals that you can take advantage of and save the most on your new iPhone.
This year, there are some pretty good iPhone 15 deals, especially if you’re trading in an older iPhone. The carriers are offering up to $799 off of a new iPhone 15 (or iPhone 15 Plus), essentially getting you a free iPhone 15. But that’s not going to be available for everyone. This year, there are more deals than ever for the iPhone 15.
So what’s new with the iPhone 15 this year? Well, it gains the A16 Bionic chipset from the iPhone 14 Pro last year. It also gets the Dynamic Island, that debuted on the iPhone 14 Pro last year. And another iPhone 14 Pro feature comes along too, the new 48-megapixel main camera. This upgraded camera is going to give iPhone 15 users the ability to zoom in at 2x. Because it punches into the full 48-megapixel image.
All this for $799, and yes, it is still a 60Hz display here. No ProMotion this time around. Here are the latest deals for the iPhone 15.
The new iPhone 15 Plus is available to pre-order today, from Apple, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and many other carriers. What we’re doing here is showing you the best pre-order deals that you can take advantage of and save the most on your new iPhone.
This year, there are some pretty good iPhone 15 Plus deals, especially if you’re trading in an older iPhone. The carriers are offering up to $800 off of a new iPhone 15 Plus. Which isn’t quite a free phone, but it is pretty close. Seeing as the iPhone 15 Plus does start at $899 this year, for 128GB of storage.
So what’s new with the iPhone 15 Plus this year? Well, it gains the A16 Bionic chipset from the iPhone 14 Pro last year. It also gets the Dynamic Island, that debuted on the iPhone 14 Pro last year. And another iPhone 14 Pro feature comes along too, the new 48-megapixel main camera. This upgraded camera is going to give iPhone 15 Plus users the ability to zoom in at 2x. Because it punches into the full 48-megapixel image.
All this for $799, and yes, it is still a 60Hz display here. No ProMotion this time around. Here are the latest deals for the iPhone 15 Plus.
The new iPhone 15 Pro is available to pre-order today, from Apple, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and many other carriers. What we’re doing here is showing you the best pre-order deals that you can take advantage of and save the most on your new iPhone.
This year, there are some pretty good iPhone 15 Pro deals, especially if you’re trading in an older iPhone. The carriers are offering up to $999 off of a new iPhone 15 Pro (or iPhone 15 Pro Max), essentially getting you a free iPhone 15 Pro. But that’s not going to be available for everyone.
So what’s new with the iPhone 15 Pro this year? Well, Apple actually didn’t give the iPhone 15 Pro a whole lot of upgrades, most of them were saved for the Pro Max. But it is now a titanium phone. Which makes the iPhone 15 Pro a whole lot lighter, compared to the iPhone 14 Pro. It also has the new A17 Pro chipset, which is the most powerful chip in a smartphone right now. It also is allowing some console games to come over to your iPhone.
On the camera front, the actual cameras are staying the same, but Apple has made some nice changes here. Like the ability to shoot RAW in 48MP, 24MP and 12MP. Which is a really cool feature.
It’s still starting at $999, but with the deals below, you can get it for much less, and in some cases – for free.
The new iPhone 15 Pro Max is available to pre-order today, from Apple, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and many other carriers. What we’re doing here is showing you the best pre-order deals that you can take advantage of and save the most on your new iPhone.
This year, there are some pretty good iPhone 15 Pro Max deals, especially if you’re trading in an older iPhone. The carriers are offering up to $999 off of a new iPhone 15 Pro Max, essentially getting you an iPhone 15 Pro Max for only $200 over 24 or 36 months depending on the carrier. But that’s not going to be available for everyone.
So what’s new with the iPhone 15 Pro Max this year? It is now a titanium phone. Which makes the iPhone 15 Pro a whole lot lighter, compared to the iPhone 14 Pro. It also has the new A17 Pro chipset, which is the most powerful chip in a smartphone right now. It also is allowing some console games to come over to your iPhone.
On the camera front, Apple made some big changes here. Including adding a tetra-prism camera for some incredible zoom capabilities. This includes 5x optical zoom and up to 25x digital zoom. Apple is also punching in more on these cameras, giving you seven different focal lengths on this phone, which is pretty incredible.
It’s still starting at $1,199, but with the deals below, you can get it for much less.
As you know, Threads has finally made it to the web. This puts it more in line with what people expect from platforms like Facebook and X. However, when it first hit the web, there was one major omission that left users confused. You weren’t able to quote posts on Threads for web. Well, according to a post from Adam Mosseri (via The Verge), that’s about to change.
Threads is the Twitter alternative that the world needed (one that was actually able to launch widely on day one without a lengthy beta testing period). It had a meteoric rise at the beginning. Then its userbase plummeted like a, well, a meteor soon after its peak. That was to be expected as the use base stabilized.
Not too long after the launch, Meta finally made Threads available on the web. Now, users can access the Threads website from their desktop computers, and folks were pleased. Currently, we’re in the stage where Meta is packing Threads with more features to fill it out.
Threads for the web now lets you quote posts
Again, we were all a bit confused when Threads for the web didn’t let users quote posts. You could only repost them. In case you don’t know what quoting a post is, it’s when you share someone’s post to your profile and you add your own text to it.
Adam Mosseri, the CEO of Instagram, made an Instagram post on Thursday showing a person quoting a Threads post on the web. He said that this and another feature are rolling out this week. Seeing as the week is already almost over, users shouldn’t have to wait for much longer.
What’s the other feature mentioned?
The other feature mentioned in the post is the ability to follow certain threads using the mobile app. When you follow a thread, you’ll receive notifications about activity on that thread. You’ll only be able to receive notifications from that thread for 24 hours. If you don’t see this feature yet, make sure your app is fully updated.
You just bought your new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9, and you’re paranoid about it breaking or getting scuffed. Well, you don’t have to protect it with your life. Here’s a list of the best cases you can get for your Galaxy Tab S9.
This is a list of cases that are either the most sturdy or most streamlined cases that you can put on your tablet. There are cases that are more stylish with designs and other ornamentation and there are also cases that are much thicker. You’ll find a good variety of cases in this list, so you’re sure to find your dream case.
If you want to know more about the Galaxy Tab S9, then you can click here. That article tells you just about everything there is to know about this tablet. Also, if you’re still thinking about picking one of these tablets up, click here to put in your order.
Miesherk Case for Galaxy Tab S9
This case goes above and beyond to keep your tablet protected. This is a military-grade tablet that’s about as rugged as a case can get. There are several layers to this tablet including a tough TPU outer layer, flexible inner layer, and top lip to protect the screen. This gives it 360 degrees of protection.
The Miesherk Case has a handy strap on the back that you can fit your hand in. This helps you get a better grip on it when you don’t have both hands available. Also, the strap lets you swivel the tablet all the way around. It’s a useful tool to have if one of your hands gets tied up.
Lastly, there’s a kickstand on the back of the tablet. With a case this thick, it’d be pretty hard to find a stand that could fit it. So, this is why it’s good that this tablet has a built-in kickstand so that you can prop it up.
This is a light and stylish case you can add if you’re not into the native colors of the Galaxy Tab S9. The Finite Hybrid Slim has a hard outer shell takes the impact of a fall, and there’s also a TPU bumper to help cushion the fall. It’s designed in a way that it’s both fashionable and functional. There’s a clear back cover that lets you see the back of your tablet, and it makes room for the S Pen to be placed.
The TPU bumper matches the color of the overall aesthetic. Speaking of the aesthetic, this case comes in several colors. There’s Black, Purple Lilac, Rose Gold, Starlight, and Lilac Purple. The last one is the one you see in the above picture.
The front cover of the case isn’t only pretty, it turns into a stand for you to stand up your tablet. You can stand your tablet up at two angles. One has the tablet standing up in landscape orientation. This is great if you’re watching a movie or working. The other angle is nearly flat on the tablet. This is perfect if you’re using it to draw on.
This tablet, for as protective as it is, is rather thin and light. the Suttkue Case sits snuggly on the tablet, so it doesn’t really feel like there’s a case on the tablet. While that’s the case, it’s still sturdily built. the case is made from strong TPU plastic and it has raised bumpers to protect the edges of the device.
This case won’t only protect the body of the device. It has something that most other cases don’t have, a screen protector. This tablet comes with an included screen protector that will protect the display in the case of a fall. It’s made from strong tempered glass, so it can take a beating.
The front cover of the case also acts as a stand. You can proper your tablet up at 65 degrees and 30 degrees. These two angles are good for different situations. This is great if you’re going to use your tablet for different reasons.
This case is for people who want to add a stylish flair to their tablet. The MoKo case comes in three distict styles that are all unique. There’s a nice-looking denim and leather design which is pictured above. If you’re into space, there’s a lovely galactic design. Last, but not least, there’s a colorful marble design that gives it a nice and elegant look.
This tablet is fashionable, but it’s also functional. This case has a tough PC hard shell keeping the tablet from taking damage in a fall. While that’s the case, it manages to remain thin and light. so, you won’t really feel like there’s a case on your tablet.
This tablet also acts as a stand. There are slots on the inside of the front cover. The tablet will sit inside the slots and hold it up. There are two slots, and they will allow you to stand the tablet up at different angles.
TiMOVO Case for Galaxy Tab S9
This case strikes a balance between thin and protective. It manages to maintain a relatively thin profile. However, at the same time, it’s made from a sturdy PU leather exterior. This means that it will be protected from falls. There’s a shock-absorbing TPU plastic back to further protect the body.
The TiMOVO Case comes with an included holder for your S Pen. The S Pen will sit right below the tablet. It’s perfect if you want a more secure place to store it rather than on the back. Also, if you don’t want to constantly reach your hand behind the tablet, you’ll like the holder.
This is a premium folio tablet case for your tablet that you’ll want if you like the composition notebook design. It has that classic black-and-white look that we’re all used to seeing in school. It closes flat on the tablet, so it looks like an actual notebook. It’s also just as this as a notebook when it’s closed.
The cover is made from a sturdy material that feels nice to the touch but also provides protection. The body of the tablet is made from sturdy TPU plastic that protects the tablet in the case of a fall. This especially goes for the corners of the device. Corner impacts are what lead to cracks in the screen.
The Galaxy Tab S9 has a strip on the back to hold the S Pen, but this case also comes with an included holder for the S Pen. It sits on the front of the case right above the tablet.
Perhaps, you’re looking for an elegant design for your case. The INFILAND Calaxy S9 case has a subdued yet nice design. It has a stitched cloth design that comes in five different colors (Black, Gray, Blue, Red, and Midnight Green). The INFILAND logo is laid into the outer with a leather patch. It’s a very good aesthetic if you want to give your table a more sophisticated look.
If you worry about your S Pen getting lost, then this is the tablet for you. There’s a magnetic flip that closes the tablet, and there’s a special divot that covers the S Pen when it shuts. This fully covers the S Pen so that it’s not exposed. Also, in the event of a fall, it won’t go flying every which way.
This case allows you to set up your tablet in different angles. You can set it to the angle you want if you’re looking to watch content or work. This is a stylish and versatile case.
This case is for those who don’t mind a little heft with their case. This case has a thick leather design that will help protect the tablet in the case of a fall. while it’s thick, it’s still stylish with a nice S-shaped design near the edge.
If you’re planning on using this to prop up your tablet, you can set it up using the case. There’s a divot on the inner flap of the case that will hold up the tablet so that you can use it for work. It’s perfect for people who are always writing on the go.
On the back, there’s a little strap that will hold the S Pen. This is in case you fear that the S Pen will fall off or get lost.
Samsung is gearing up to launch its first-ever FE-series TWS earbuds, called the Galaxy Buds FE. The company has already spilled beans on its design and key features through an official user manual, which was prematurely uploaded to its website earlier this week. We now have more information about the upcoming buds, including the price.
According to noted tipster Roland Quandt, the Galaxy Buds FE will feature 12mm AKG-tuned drivers. Samsung plans to offer the buds in graphite and white color options. The leaked user manual gave us a close look at the graphite variant. It was also seen in a live photo last week thanks to a certification listing in South Korea. The buds will seemingly have a matte finish. The case, meanwhile, gets a glossy white paint.
The source claims that Samsung will price the Galaxy Buds FE at $99.99. That’s substantially cheaper than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, which debuted in August 2022 with a price tag of $230. We aren’t surprised by this pricing structure, though. The Pro model is the Korean firm’s flagship TWS offering, while the new FE models will be an entry-level product. The Galaxy Buds 2 (2021), which is a mid-range TWA pair, was priced at $150.
Samsung seems to have made the upcoming FE-series earbuds affordable by removing some premium features such as wireless charging. While we don’t yet have confirmation about that, the official user manual didn’t mention wireless charging anywhere. Instructions about charging the buds only talked about wired charging via the USB Type-C port featured on the back of the case. The housing has charging indicators on the inside and outside.
The user manual also revealed that the Galaxy Buds FE will feature ANC (active noise cancelation) along with an ambient sound mode. It boasts Bluetooth 5.3 and a touch panel for controls. Samsung has also included wear detection and a wing tip for better fit. Details about supported audio codecs and the dust and water resistance rating are currently missing. We might have those details soon, though.
The Galaxy Buds FE is nearing its launch
Samsung has yet to officially announce a launch date for the Galaxy Buds FE. However, considering the latest developments, the buds could debut soon. The company also has a few more FE-series devices in the works, including the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Tab S9 FE+. It may unveil them all on the same day later this month or in October. We will let you know when we have more information.
The iPhone is Apple’s newest and most powerful phone to date, and many fans are clamoring to pick up their units. As with each new phone, there’s a slew of new accessories that fans can get to augment their experience. If you’re going to pick up an iPhone 15, and you’re wondering what accessories you should get, fear not. Here’s a guide to help you choose.
Best iPhone 15 accessories
In this list, we’re going to go through some of the most useful additions that you can pick up to make your iPhone 15 experience that much better. This will include accessories like cases, headphones, speakers, smartwatches, etc. Be sure to check back for new items to be added.
Justcool iPhone 15 Case
The iPhone 15 is a pretty phone, and you want to make sure that it stays that way even when it takes a drop. This is where this case comes in. The Justcool iPhone 15 case offers full protection for your phone. It has a thick outer layer that will keep it safe during a drop. There’s a raised lip on the front that keeps the display protected when it takes a tumble.
The protection doesn’t stop there. The Justcool iPhone 15 case itself can protect your phone from the elements. It’s IP68 water and dust-resistant. The iPhone itself is also IP68-certified, yes, but in the case that the phone gets compromised, it’ll be handy to have.
While the raised lip protects the screen, Justcool also added a screen protector. This is made from 9H tempered glass. This means that if your phone lands on its screen somehow, the screen protector will crack before the actual screen.
A lot of people don’t like cases on their phones because they cover up the phone’s design. The iPhone 15 is a beautiful piece of hardware, and people want to showcase it. However, people still want to keep their phones protected, and this is where clear cases come in. Justcool has a case for people who want a lightweight yet sturdy case for their phone.
The case is made from a thermoplastic polyurethane material. It’s a lightweight plastic that won’t weigh down your phone too much. This will also make it so that it doesn’t take up too much space in your pocket.
As you can tell, this case is crystal clear. This way, you can still see your phone’s design. You’ll be able to show it off for longer, as this case resists yellowing. This means that you’ll be able to use this case for longer than most other cases. Adding to the protection, this case comes with two tempered glass screen protectors.
You’re most likely going to want to listen to music with your iPhone 15. Well, why not get a pair of earbuds that will work perfectly with your phone? The Apple AirPods Gen 2 are a pair of earbuds that are made specifically for Apple’s devices. These come in both USB-C and Lightning configurations, so you won’t need to worry about having the wrong charger.
The AirPods come with the powerful Apple H2 chip. This boosts the audio performance with low distortion, clear highs, and deep bass. The audio performance is also helped by Apple’s high-quality custom-built drivers. Also, these earbuds use top-of-the-line active noise cancelation to filter the noise around you. It’s up to 2x more effective than the noise cancelation of the AirPods Pro.
When it comes to duration, you can use these earbuds for up to 6 hours on a single charge, which is pretty decent. Using the charging case, you can get up to about 30 hours. So, you won’t have to worry about taking these earbuds for the long run. Also, you can charge the casing using a QI-certified wireless charger.
The AppleAir Pods Max take the audio experience to the next level. These are the over-the-ear headphones that Apple introduced some time back, and they’re about as premium as any consumer headphones can get. They come with a high-quality design engineered to survive for the long run.
You get all of the premium features that you see with other headphones of this caliber. With the high-quality active noise cancelation, you’ll be able to block out the world while listening to your music. There’s also transparency mode to filter sound into your headphones.
They come with a set of premium custom-built audio drivers that give you an immersive and high-quality sound. They use computational audio powered by the Apple H1 chip. This means that your music will sound amazing using these headphones.
Most people have a Bluetooth speaker along with their phone for when they want to share their music with the room. This is where the JBL Charged 4 comes in. JBL is a master when it comes to creating audio equipment, and this speaker is an example of that. This speaker is for friendly gatherings and casual listening.
The JBL Charged 4 has a rated output of 30W and a frequency response of between 60Hz and 20kHz. It has a powerful sound, and it’s only made better by the passive radiators on the side. These boost the bass of the audio, giving it more depth. The sound isn’t only powerful, but it’s also high-quality, as JBL makes quality speakers.
If you’re looking to use this speaker for an extended period of time, it will last you. The rechargeable battery will keep the speaker powered for about 20 hours on a single charge. Along with that, the JBL Charged 4 comes with an IPX7 water resistance rating. This means that it can sink into up to 3ft of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. It’s the kind of speaker that you can take with you on a hike.
Why not add some functionality to your new iPhone 15? A smartwatch is the way to do so, and the Apple Watch 8 is one of the best ones that you can buy for your device. It’s built from the ground up to work with your phone, so you know that it’s perfectly compatible. The Apple Watch brings useful lifestyle and health features to its users that create an overall amazing experience.
This device comes with a high-quality design that’s built to take a ton of abuse in your everyday life. It comes with a sturdy aluminum frame that’s both strong and lightweight. It has an IP6X rating for dust resistance and a WR60 water resistance rating. This means that you’re able to take it swimming.
Along with lifestyle features, there are some health features that make this watch your fitness buddy. There are tools like the temperature sensor, blood oxygen monitor, heart rate monitor, and other useful tools. This is the perfect watch for you if you want an amazing experience.
If you want an Apple Watch, but you don’t want to pay the premium price for it, then you may want to consider getting the cheaper version. The Apple Watch SE series Watches give you a premium smartwatch experience at a more accessible price.
With this smartwatch, you get a load of great features that you would see on a more expensive watch. You get the durable design with the swim-proof water resistance rating. So, while you’re spending less money on it, you can still use it for the long run. There are also features like Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS.
Along with these features, there are useful health features like a heart rate monitor and a suite of fitness tracking software. You’ll get an all-around experience while using this watch, and your wallet will thank you.
A lot of the time, your screen is the first thing on your phone to be broken. Because of this, you’ll want to make sure that you have some screen protectors. UNBREAKcable is a popular company when it comes to screen protectors, and it’s a great option when you’re looking for quality products.
With this pack, you’ll get three protectors, so you have a couple of backups. People who really baby their phones won’t really need extras, but there are those times when life happens. So, having three screen protectors is great for the price.
The screen protectors are made from 9H tempered glass. This means that it’s sturdy and it can take a fall. Also, if it happens to break, it will keep your phone’s screen from shattering.
A couple of days back, Samsung released the September security update for the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and the Galaxy Note 20 series. The initial rollout covered the devices in some international markets, including Europe. The company has now expanded it to the US.
As of this writing, Samsung is pushing the latest security patch to the factory-unlocked variants of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 in the US. The update comes with the firmware build number F731U1UES1AWI1 and is available widely on most networks, including Verizon, T-Mobile, Xfinity Mobile, Dish, metro, Comcast, US Cellular, Bluegrass Cellular, Nextech, and more. The Korean firm should soon roll out the update to carrier-locked variants of the new Flip model.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5, on the other hand, is receiving the update on both carrier-locked and unlocked units. The new firmware versions for the bigger foldable are F946USQS1AWI1 and F946U1UES1AWI1, respectively. While the rollout is live on most networks for unlocked units, we can currently only confirm its availability on T-Mobile and Metro networks for carrier-locked units. It shouldn’t be a much longer wait for users on other networks, though.
Coming to the Galaxy Note 20 series, Samsung is once again beginning with a wide rollout for unlocked variants. The last Note-series phones are receiving this update with the build number N98*U1UES5HWHC. The Korean firm will push the September SMR (Security Maintenance Release) to the carrier-locked variants of the duo in the coming days. As said earlier, all of these phones are already receiving this update in international markets.
Galaxy devices are getting over 60 security fixes with the September update
The latest update for the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and the Galaxy Note 20 series in the US doesn’t bring anything notable for users. Not even those system stability and reliability improvements that Samsung pushed to the European versions of the two foldables, at least that’s what the official changelog says. It only mentions security fixes for this month.
However, those security fixes are important too. Samsung has patched 62 vulnerabilities across the Galaxy family this month. The September SMR for its Android products contains at least four critical fixes coming from Google. It patches four Exynos flaws as well, along with 35 Galaxy-specific security issues. If you’re using a Galaxy device, check for new updates and install it if available. You can check for updates from the Software update section of the Settings app.
Apple introduced four new smartphones quite recently. We’ve already compared the smaller vanilla iPhone 15 with its ‘Pro’ counterpart, and the same goes for the larger models. Well, in this article, we’ll compare the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro Max. In other words, we’re comparing two ‘Pro’ iPhones.
We’ll first list their specifications, and will then compare them across a number of categories. Do note that this is based on what Apple shared, and the information that we have available. Nobody got a chance to review either of the two phones at this point, that includes us, of course. Having said that, we do hope that this comparison will help you reach a purchasing decision, as we’ll do our best to present the differences between the two models.
Specs
Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs iPhone 15 Pro Max, respectively
– Screen size: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion (120Hz, HDR, 2,000 nits) 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion (120Hz, HDR, 2,000 nits) – Display resolution: 2796 x 1290 – SoC: Apple A17 Pro – RAM: 8GB – Storage: 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB 256GB/512GB/1TB – Rear cameras: 48MP (f/1.78 aperture, second-gen sensor-shift OIS), 12MP (ultrawide, f/2.2 aperture, macro photography), 12MP (telephoto, f/2.8 aperture, 3x optical zoom) 48MP (f/1.78 aperture, second-gen sensor-shift OIS), 12MP (ultrawide, f/2.2 aperture, macro photography), 12MP (telephoto, f/2.8 aperture, 5x optical zoom) – Front cameras: 12MP (f/1.9 aperture) + TrueDepth 12MP (f/1.9 aperture) + TrueDepth – Battery: N/A – Charging: 20W wired, 15W wireless (charger not included) – Dimensions (unfolded): 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.25mm 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25mm – Weight: 187 grams 221 grams – Connectivity: 5G, LTE, NFC, Wi-Fi, USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.3 – Security: Advanced facial scanning – OS: iOS 17 – Price: $999 $1,199 – Buy: N/A (coming September 15)
Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Design
These two phones look almost exactly the same. Granted, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is considerably larger, and there’s another detail that differentiates them. The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a different telephoto camera, which you’ll notice if you take a closer look. Both smartphones are made out of titanium, and both have flat edges with rounded corners. That makes these two phones a lot more pleasant to hold and use, compared to their predecessors. Their reduced weight also plays a huge role in everything, of course.
Speaking of weight, the iPhone 15 Pro weighs 187 grams, while the ‘Pro Max’ model is a lot heavier at 221 grams. The ‘Pro Max’ model is also a lot taller and wider, while the phone phones have the exact same thickness. Both phones are IP68 certified for water and dust resistance, by the way, and both now have a Type-C port. That’s a first for iPhones, and all models in the series have them.
The bezels have been reduced on these two phones too, they’re very thin now, and also uniform. A Dynamic Island is still present at the top of the display, while Apple added an ‘Action Button’ on both phones, instead of a mute switch. That button is customizable. Both phones have three cameras on the back, though they’re not identical. That’s something we’ll talk more about in the camera section. These two phones are quite slippery, but slightly less slippery than their predecessors, and more comfortable to use.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Display
The iPhone 15 Pro has a 6.1-inch 2556 x 1179 LTPO Super Retina XD OLED display. That panel has a 120Hz refresh rate, supports HDR10 content, and also Dolby Vision. Its brightness goes up to 2,000 nits, and we’re looking at a 19.5:9 aspect ratio here. The panel is protected by the Ceramic Shield Glass, and it’s flat. The display on the ‘Pro Max’ model is the same in every way but its size. It measures 6.7 inches instead of 6.1 inches.
Are the two displays any good, though? Well, based on initial impressions, yes, very much so. They are plenty sharp, offer vivid colors, and deep blacks. The viewing angles are excellent, and the touch response is good too. They are immensely bright on top of that. When you’re in direct sunlight, they can both get to 2,000 nits, which is great. They’re not the brightest in the industry, but they’re not far from it either.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Performance
When it comes to hardware-related specs, well, the two phones are basically the same. Both are fueled by the Apple A17 Pro processor, the latest and greatest mobile chip the company has to offer. This is a 3nm processor. Both phones are also equipped with 8GB of RAM, and offer NVMe storage. So, they’re the same in every way when performance is concerned, at least on paper.
Apple boasted about the outstanding performance of its new chip, and also ray tracing support. Some truly outstanding games are on the way, and it will be interesting to see them in action. The regular day-to-day performance should be immensely fluid, as expected, at least based on some initial impressions with both devices. Gaming tests will have to wait until we manage to get our hands on review units. We don’t expect any problems, though.
Another thing worth noting has to do with the performance of their USB ports. Unlike the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus, these two phones do support USB 3.0 transfer speeds. The thing is, you’ll need to get a different cable to reach those speeds, though. The cables Apple includes with all of its iPhone 15 models are limited to USB 2.0 speeds, so… yeah, you’ll need to get a better one, if you don’t have one already.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Battery
Apple did not disclose battery capacities for its new smartphones, including these two. We’re guessing that they’re similar to what last year’s models offered, or perhaps a bit larger. The company did boast about an all-day battery life, though, so… we’ll see. This chip should also help in that regard, as it’s more power efficient than its predecessor was. Let’s just hope the battery life will be better than what the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max delivered.
Those of you who have been hoping for faster charging here, well, you’ll be disappointed. Neither phone offers faster charging, Apple is sticking with 20W wired, and 15W wireless charging. The phones do support MagSafe and Qi charging, while Qi2 will also be supported. Another thing worth noting is that a charger is not included with either smartphone. You won’t find it in the retail box, so you’ll need to get one yourself.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Cameras
These two smartphones have the exact same main and ultrawide cameras, but they do differ in the telephoto department. A 48-megapixel main camera is used for the main shooter on both phones. It has a second-gen sensor-shift OIS, and an f/1.78 aperture. That is a larger sensor than Apple used in the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. A 12-megapixel ultrawide unit is included in both smartphones.
Now, in regards to the telephoto camera, both have a 12-megapixel camera with an f/2.8 aperture, but they’re different. The one on the iPhone 15 Pro is limited to 3x optical zoom, while the Pro Max’s offers a 5x optical zoom. Apple used a different lens here, even though we’re still not looking at a periscope camera here. Both smartphones can take regular shots and then adjust the focus and blur afterwards, as if a portrait photo was taken.
We cannot attest to image quality just yet. We’ll have to wait until we get our hands on the phones. It will be interesting to see if Apple’s new coating really helps with light reflections, as that was a huge problem in low-light photography. Also, let’s hope that Apple fixed some white balance issues that were present on previous models from time to time.
Audio
Apple didn’t really talk much about audio during the presentation. What we do know, however, is that both smartphones have stereo speakers. They support Dolby Atmos, and have Spatial Audio playback too. Those speakers will likely sound similar to the ones on the iPhone 14 Pro series.
You can utilize the Type-C ports on the phones to plug in your wired headphones, as there’s no audio jack on either phone. If you prefer wireless audio, you’ll be glad to know that Bluetooth 5.3 is supported here.
