Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models will introduce a new Action button that will replace the traditional Ring/Silent switch, allowing users to customize various functions such as accessibility settings, shortcuts, silent mode, camera, flashlight, focus, magnifier, translate, and voice memos.
The iPhone 15 Pro is expected to feature a lighter titanium frame and a more curved design, addressing the design flaws and discomfort of the iPhone 14 Pro.
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, featuring titanium construction, lighter weight, USB-C port, improved cameras with better zoom, and a faster A17 Pro Bionic processor, were unveiled at Apple's fall event.
Apple's iPhone 15 Pro features a customizable Action Button, a new titanium design, a revamped A17 Pro chip, and a switch to USB-C for wired charging.
The iPhone 15 Pro lineup offers several new features, including the Action Button, which allows users to program the mute button to carry out a variety of commands, making it a versatile tool for quick access to apps and shortcuts.
The iPhone 15 Pro features a redesigned internal chassis architecture that makes repairs easier and cheaper, specifically allowing for easier replacement of the back glass.
The FineWoven case for the iPhone 15 Pro Max has been criticized for its susceptibility to stains and scuffs, as well as its high price, raising concerns about its long-term durability.
Third-party iPhone 15 Pro series cases have a design flaw that inhibits the use of the new Action button introduced by Apple, such as the Bellroy case that has a cutout for the old mute switch but obstructs the activation of the Action button.
Apple's FineWoven cases for iPhone 15 are poorly designed, uncomfortable to hold, and have a narrow and imprecise USB-C cutout, making them a disappointing choice for users.
iFixit's teardown of the iPhone 15 Pro Max reveals a mixed bag of results: while the phone's dual-entry removable glass back cover is a win for consumers, the titanium shell scratches easily, and the parts pairing requirement severely hampers repairability, earning the device a low repairability score.
Apple's decision to require users to press and hold the new Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and Max instead of a simple press is justified due to the potential for accidental presses and the need to avoid triggering random actions.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, with improvements in design, camera capabilities, and features such as the Action Button and USB-C, making it one of the best smartphones on the market.
Apple has introduced the Action button on its iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models, allowing users to customize the button to perform different functions such as activating the flashlight, camera, or voice memos.
The iPhone 15 Pro's new action button allows users to customize shortcuts, such as ordering Starbucks, without needing to open an app.
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.
