The iPhone 15 was announced last week and the first reviews have now appeared. These are the first opinions about the iPhone 15!
First reviews about the iPhone 15
The pre-order of the iPhone 15 started last week and the phone will appear in stores this Friday. The international reviewers already received the iPhone 15 last week, so we can already read the first reviews. What are the international opinions about the latest iPhone? We have put together a number of reviews for you!
First opinions about the iPhone 15 (Plus)
Apple has again released four iPhones this year: the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. This year’s Pro models differ even more from the ‘normal’ iPhones than in previous years. These are the first reviews about the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Plus.
The Verge: adapted design fits much better in the hand
The reviewer of The Verge of the iPhone 15 (Plus) mainly states that the updated design ensures that the phones fit much better in the hand. Apple has opted for rounded corners for this year’s ‘normal’ iPhones. The iPhone 14 had slightly straighter corners, which made the phone no longer comfortable to hold after a while. According to The Verge review, this difference is noticeable with the iPhone 15.
It is also stated that the iPhone 15 (Plus) is a very good phone, but does not have any features that we have not seen before. And that’s right, because the phone has adopted many features from the iPhone 14 Pro. According to The Verge’s review, the iPhone 15 is a good phone that will last for years to come. For a longer battery life, the reviewer recommends the iPhone 15 Plus.
CNET: Switching is worth it with the iPhone 15
The reviewer of CNET is very enthusiastic about the iPhone 15. The review shows that it is certainly worth switching to the iPhone 15, especially if you switch from an iPhone 12 or older. Features such as the Dynamic Island, the USB-C port and the updated design make the iPhone 15 a big step compared to older models.
The review does mention that it is a smaller step if you already have an iPhone 13 or iPhone 14, because the biggest difference is the Dynamic Island. It is better to switch to the iPhone 15 Pro, because you will have even more new features. All in all, CNET is very pleased with this year’s new iPhone.
Wired: camera of the iPhone 15 much better
In the review of Wired mainly refers to the camera of the iPhone 15. Apple equipped the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with a 48-megapixel camera this year. We already saw the same camera in the iPhone 14 Pro (Max) last year, while the iPhone 14 still had to make do with a 12-megapixel camera. A big step forward, which does not go unnoticed at Wired.
The Wired reviewer emphasizes in the review that the camera of the iPhone 15 is a lot better than previous iPhones. With the iPhone 15 you have more control over the camera, because you have more options to zoom in. With the iPhone 15 you can choose from 0.5x, 1x and 2x optical zoom. The iPhone 14 (Plus) only had the first two options. The camera has also been significantly improved on the normal iPhone 15.
First opinions about the iPhone 15 Pro (Max)
In addition to the iPhone 15 (Plus), Apple also announced the extremely advanced iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max this year. The phones have a titanium housing for the first time and the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a greatly improved zoom function. These are the first opinions about the iPhone 15 Pro (Max)!
The Verge: iPhone 15 Pro Max camera better, but not the best
In The Verge’s review is connected to the new camera of the iPhone 15 Pro Max. According to the reviewer, the improved telephoto lens is a big step in the right direction, now that the iPhone can zoom in up to 5x. However, the iPhone 15 Pro Max does not have the best camera, the Google Pixel 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are a lot better according to The Verge.
This does not alter the fact that the camera takes very good photos, so you are certainly in the right place for beautiful images with the iPhone 15 Pro Max. In addition, The Verge’s review mentions that the iPhone 15 Pro (Max) has also been influenced by external factors, which is why we now see USB-C on the phones. All in all, the iPhone 15 Pro (Max) is not a huge change, but it is a very good smartphone.
TechCrunch: new action button has advantages
Bee TechCrunch the review focuses on the new action button of the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. These are the first iPhones with such an action button, where you can set which function is activated when you press the button. According to the TechCrunch reviewer, the button is more useful than you might think, so you can also open Shazam and notes with the new button.
In addition, the TechCrunch reviewer was skeptical about recording videos in 4K60, but this turned out to be wrong. The video function does not drain the phone’s battery much faster and the iPhone 15 Pro Max does not overheat due to the function. In combination with the new titanium casing, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the most premium iPhone ever, according to TechCrunch’s review.
Wired: titanium housing pros and cons
Wired focuses more on the titanium casing of the new phones. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are made of titanium for the first time, making the phones much better protected against scratches and other damage. That is not the only advantage, because titanium is also much lighter. According to the Wired reviewer, this made the phone even feel cheap at first, but you quickly get used to the low weight.
Unfortunately, the titanium casing also has disadvantages according to Wired’s review, because stains are quickly visible on the iPhone 15 Pro (Max). Circles quickly form around the volume buttons, especially on the colored versions of the new iPhone. Do you want to be sure that you do not immediately get stains on your iPhone? Then Wired recommends natural titanium for the iPhone 15 Pro (Max).
You can already order the iPhone 15 here
The international reviews about the iPhone 15 are therefore often positive. Are you planning to buy the phone? Then you can pre-order the iPhone 15 now! On Friday September 22 the phone will then appear in stores or at your home. It is advisable to order the iPhone 15 Pro as soon as possible, because delivery times are increasing quickly.
You can pre-order the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro here so that you can receive the phone first!
| iPhone 15: • Pre-order at Belsimpel • Pre-order at Coolblue • Pre-order at Bol.com (out of stock) • Pre-order at Media Markt • Pre-order at Mobiel.nl • Pre-order at Amazon |
iPhone 15 Plus: • Pre-order at Belsimpel • Pre-order at Coolblue • Pre-order at Bol.com (out of stock) • Pre-order at Media Markt • Pre-order at Mobiel.nl • Pre-order at Amazon |
| iPhone 15 Pro: • Pre-order at Belsimpel • Pre-order at Coolblue • Pre-order at Bol.com (out of stock) • Pre-order at Media Markt • Pre-order at Mobiel.nl • Pre-order at Amazon |
iPhone 15 Pro Max: • Pre-order at Belsimpel • Pre-order at Coolblue • Pre-order at Bol.com (out of stock) • Pre-order at Media Markt • Pre-order at Mobiel.nl • Pre-order at Amazon |
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