Apple is facing significant production issues with the camera sensors and titanium chassis for the iPhone 15 models, which may impact availability, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Additionally, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is experiencing delays in manufacturing, potentially causing problems for early upgraders.
Apple unveils the iPhone 15 featuring a brighter display, 48-megapixel camera, 100% recycled cobalt battery, and satellite connectivity for roadside assistance, amidst a global smartphone slump and challenges with sales in China.
The iPhone 15 Pro is a significant upgrade over the iPhone 14 Pro, offering a titanium design, USB-C port, Action button, and improved camera capabilities, making it a worthy consideration for users looking to upgrade.
Apple has announced new features for the iPhone 15, including USB-C charging ports, a Roadside Assistance feature for car emergencies, and Precision Finding to locate friends in crowded spaces.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models have a new battery health setting that limits charging to 80% at all times, separate from the Optimized Battery Charging feature, in order to improve battery lifespan.
Apple is experiencing strong demand for various models of the iPhone 15, not just the higher-end Pro versions, according to J.P. Morgan analyst.
Apple has released the iPhone 15 with a day-one software update, iOS 17.0.2, to fix a bug that can brick the phone during initial setup, but users can also fix the issue by putting the phone into DFU mode and restoring it from a computer.
The charging situation for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro has changed, with the Lightning port being replaced by USB-C, allowing for fast charging with a USB-C cable and power adapter, including options from other brands like Anker, and even using a MacBook power adapter.
Some iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max devices are being shipped with defects such as color issues, display misalignment, and scratches, prompting users to contact Apple for replacements.
The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max have been reported to overheat due to Apple's lower standards for the A17 Pro chip, resulting in thermal throttling and potential decreased battery life.
Apple iPhone 15 models shipped with a bug that could render the device inoperable during data transfer, but Apple has provided a solution to reset and restore the device to resolve the issue.
Some users of the iPhone 15 are experiencing overheating issues while charging, with reports of the device becoming "almost too hot to touch."
Some BMW owners have reported that their iPhone 15's NFC chip stops working after charging the device with the vehicle's wireless charging pad, causing the iPhone to go into data recovery mode with a white screen and rendering the NFC chip useless.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro users are experiencing charging issues with USB-C, as the phone ends up charging connected devices instead of being charged itself, highlighting the inconsistencies in compliance with USB-C standards among manufacturers.
Multiple reports indicate that iPhone wireless charging issues in BMW cars are not limited to the iPhone 15 models, but may worsen existing heating problems, which Apple attributes to a bug in iOS 17.
Apple has released iOS 17.0.3 to address the overheating issue in the iPhone 15 Pro models and is also working on the iOS 17.1 beta update, while some BMW owners have reported NFC chip issues after charging their iPhone 15 on the vehicle's wireless charging pad, and the original Apple Watch models have been declared obsolete by Apple.
The iPhone 15 series experienced heating issues, the iPhone 14 Pro had a camera rattling problem, the iPhone 4 had antenna issues, Apple deliberately slowed down older iPhones without informing users, and the iPhone 6 series suffered from the Bendgate controversy.
The iPhone 15 is praised for its impressive camera, sleek design, and the transition to a USB-C charger, making it one of the best smartphones available and an appealing choice for Android users wanting to switch to iOS.
iPhone 15 Pro users are reporting continued issues with overheating despite updating to iOS 17.0.3, experiencing problems during phone calls, gaming, and other activities, indicating potential quality control problems with certain batches of the device.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is reportedly experiencing screen burn-in issues, adding to a growing list of problems for Apple, and affected users have posted about the problem on Reddit.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is experiencing screen burn-in issues, adding to a growing list of problems for Apple.
The iPhone 15 offers a sleek design, convenient USB-C charging, improved multitasking with the Dynamic Island, and an impressive camera, making it a worthwhile upgrade for those with older iPhones.
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max have faced controversies such as overheating and case wear, but overall deliver impressive improvements in cameras, charging speeds, battery life, and performance.
Some car owners in the US are experiencing issues with wireless charging on their iPhone 15, as it temporarily disables the Near-Field Communications (NFC) capabilities, causing ApplePay and digital car keys to malfunction; however, Apple is working on resolving the issue in the next update.
