Apple presented the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus during the Wonderlust event tonight. In this article you can read everything you need to know about it!
- Screen with Dynamic Island
- Camera with 48 megapixel sensor
- A16 Bionic chip
- Longer battery life
- New software update: iOS 17
- USB C connection
- New colours: pink and blue
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus presented
Just like with the iPhone 14, there is no mini version of the iPhone 15, but a Plus version. And both the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Plus get a number of features that were reserved for the Pro (Max) models on the iPhone 14.
Screen: same dimensions, with Dynamic Island
The screen sizes of the iPhone 15 (Plus) remain the same as those of the iPhone 14 (Plus): 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches. Both devices now have the Dynamic Island, something that was exclusive to the Pro models with the iPhone 14. The Dynamic Island is a cutout for the selfie camera and Face ID, which shows all kinds of content depending on what you do with your iPhone. The screen is equipped with a so-called Ceramic Shield and is dust and water-repellent (IP68).
The more expensive iPhone 15 Pro models, like the 14 Pro, have a more advanced screen with ProMotion, a screen that can refresh extra quickly: up to 120 Hz. The iPhone 15 (Plus) does not go beyond 60 Hz – just like the current iPhone 14 (Plus). Due to the lack of ProMotion, the always-on function of the Pro models is also not possible on the iPhone 15 (Plus).
Camera: a 48 megapixel sensor for the first time
The iPhone 14 Pro (Max) was the first iPhone to have a camera with a 48 megapixel sensor on board. This camera is now also available on the regular iPhone 15 (Plus). A considerable improvement, because the iPhone 14 (Plus) still had to make do with a 12-megapixel camera. This means that you can take just as good photos with the iPhone 15 (Plus) as with the iPhone 14 Pro (Max).
The camera has Smart HDR 5 for bright and vibrant colors, and an automatic portrait mode, which is possible because it recognizes people just like dogs and cats. It is now also possible to subsequently move the focus on a photo from one subject to another (focus and depth control). In addition, the iPhone 15 (Plus) makes it possible to optically zoom in and out 2x.
Hardware: the A16 Bionic chip of the iPhone 14 Pro (Max)
The iPhone 14 Pro (Max) has always run on the A16 Bionic chip, but the regular versions of the iPhone 14 still have to make do with the A15 Bionic chip. The new iPhone 15 (Plus) now finally also has the A16 Bionic chip and is therefore a lot faster and more energy efficient than its predecessor.
Battery: larger and more powerful than the predecessors
Until now, the iPhone 14 Plus had the longest battery life, but that will change with the iPhone 15. The battery life of all iPhone 15 models has improved significantly. This is not only due to the more energy-efficient A16 Bionic chip, but also due to a much larger battery.
According to Apple, with the iPhone 15 you can watch 20 hours of video or listen to 80 hours of music. With the iPhone 15 Plus you get 26 and 100 hours respectively. With an adapter of 20 W or more, you can charge the devices by half within about half an hour.
The iPhone 15 (Plus) runs on iOS 17
A new iPhone comes with a new operating system, so the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus already run on the new iOS 17. In this version, the Phone, FaceTime and Messages apps have received a major update. Furthermore, sharing with AirDrop becomes easier and there is a new way to type faster and more accurately.
iOS 17 also introduces new apps, such as Diary (an app for keeping track of your daily thoughts, activities and goals) and Standby (which allows you to continue to see information when your iPhone is on the charger). iOS 17 will be available on Monday, September 18.
iPhone 15 (Plus) with USB-C connection
All iPhone 15 models have a USB-C port. The European Union has passed a new law stating that all new electronic devices must have a USB-C connection from November 2024. This should reduce electronic waste in the future. Apple is anticipating this law by equipping the entire iPhone 15 series with a USB-C connection.
New colors for the iPhone 15 (Plus)
The iPhone 15 (Plus) is available in colors that we have not seen before on an iPhone, namely pink and blue. In addition, the shades of green, yellow and black are also available.
Prices of the iPhone 15 (Plus)
These are the recommended prices of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus:
- iPhone 15: from 969 euros.
- iPhone 15 Plus: from 1119 euros.
For comparison, here are the suggested retail prices of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus at the time they were presented:
- The recommended retail price of the iPhone 14 upon release: from 1019 euros.
- The recommended retail price of the iPhone 14 Plus upon release: from 1169 euros.
Pre-order the iPhone 15 (Plus) first!
You can place a pre-order for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 (Plus) from next Friday, September 15, 2023 at 2 p.m. They will be in stores a week later, on Friday September 22.
If you can’t wait for that, you can register now here:
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