iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Summary: Major Updates Expected

Apple will introduce its new iPhones at the Wanderlust event on September 12. They are expected to launch four models: iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max (which may also be called iPhone 15 Ultra). We talked about the great features of the pro versions, but the regular versions also get some interesting updates. This may cause many people to consider upgrading.

Design and display

In terms of design, the store has some significant improvements. As for the back of the phones, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are expected to have a dual-camera design similar to the iPhone 14 models. However, there are rumors that the back panel will be frosted glass. Typically, this frosted glass finish was reserved for Pro models, while regular models had a glossy finish. It is said that the frame of the device is made of aluminum for durability and that the silent switch button will be located on the left side.

Looking at the front of the phones, the screen sizes and resolutions are expected to remain the same as last year’s models. This means that the iPhone 15 will most likely have a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a resolution of 2532 × 1170 pixels. On the other hand, the iPhone 15 Plus may have a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a resolution of 2778×1284 pixels. It is worth noting that the ProMotion feature, which offers a 120Hz refresh rate, is not expected. Instead it is set to a 60Hz panel. On the other hand, it is also rumored that Apple will introduce the Dynamic Island feature on these devices.

For those who don’t know, Apple’s “Dynamic Island” is a new approach to the notch design introduced on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Instead of the usual dark area at the top of the screen, the Dynamic Island features a pill-shaped notch that can change its shape and size. It is an interactive element that can display various information such as incoming calls, notifications, notifications, Face ID authentication, turn-by-turn navigation, music playback controls, and more. What’s interesting is that you can tap or long-press this area to access various functions or launch applications, essentially acting as a shortcut for multitasking. Despite its versatility, Dynamic Island still hides the iPhone’s TrueDepth front camera and Face ID sensors.

Productivity

The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are expected to be at least as powerful as last year’s Pro models, as they are said to be powered by Apple’s A16 Bionic chipset. According to Apple’s own claims, the A16 Bionic chip has a CPU that is 7% faster than the A15 Bionic in the iPhone 14. It has a base clock speed of 3.46 GHz compared to the A15’s 3.23 GHz. To give you a better idea of ​​what improvements you can expect, the A15’s AnTuTu V9 score is 805,699, while the A16’s score is generally around 947,554.

However, the upcoming 15 and 15 Plus models will likely have 6GB of RAM as a starting point and start with 128GB of storage. Another notable improvement is battery capacity. According to the report, the iPhone 15 is expected to be powered by a 3,877mAh battery, while the iPhone 15 Plus is expected to have a 4,912mAh battery. This means an 18% increase in battery size for the iPhone 15 and a 13.6% increase in battery size for the 15 Plus compared to previous models.

As we know, Apple is finally moving to USB-C charging port for its entire iPhone lineup this year. Rumor has it that the brand will send a color-matched USB-C to USB-C braided cable in the box. If you have an old charger with a 5W USB-A port, you’ll need to buy a new one this year.

Cell

Another major upgrade is expected in the camera department. According to reports, the base models of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are expected to feature Apple’s custom 48-megapixel Sony image sensor with an aperture of 1.6 for the main camera, which is a significant upgrade from the 12-megapixel main camera. on iPhone 14. Zoom megapixels allow you to capture higher resolution images with enhanced detail. There will also be a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with f / 2.4 aperture. The front-facing camera inside the Dynamic Island is expected to feature a 12-megapixel sensor with f/1.9 aperture and autofocus.

Prices and color options

Unlike the Pro models, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are expected to be released at similar prices. This means the iPhone 15 will start at $799, while the 15 Plus model will start at $899. As for color options, leaks suggest that we can expect these devices to be available in Blue, Light Blue, Black, Star, Yellow and Coral Pink colors at launch.