The upcoming iPhone 15 series is rumored to feature a switch from Lightning to USB-C ports, a design with skinnier bezels and a Dynamic Island cutout, easier repairability, upgraded ultra wideband for integration with Apple's AR headset, 15-watt wireless charging, a periscope-style telephoto lens, solid-state buttons for the Pro models, increased RAM for the Pro models, and potential price increases, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max possibly receiving a $100 to $200 price hike.
Apple is rumored to unveil the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max with a new feature called the Action Button, which would allow users to quickly access various functions and settings without unlocking the device or navigating to an app.
Apple is rumored to replace the ring/silent switch on its iPhone 15 line with an Action button, as the switch has been deemed useless and outdated by many users.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max introduces a new 5x optical zoom lens, providing improved zoom capabilities compared to previous iPhone models, although still lower than competing phones like Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Apple's iOS 17 update, which precedes the release of the iPhone 15, brings new features including a standby mode, interactive widgets, and the ability to clone your voice with AI.
iOS 17 introduces new features for second-generation AirPods Pro, including Adaptive Audio, mute controls, and personalized volume, all of which can be controlled through the Settings app on your iPhone.
Apple has added a new silence mode icon to the iPhone 15 Pro's status bar, but users have the option to hide it in the Settings app.
The iPhone 15 and 15 Pro offer the ability to quickly switch between focal lengths with the main camera and customize your own default focal length.
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 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.
Federico Viticci at MacStories has developed a shortcut called "MultiButton," which allows users to assign two separate shortcuts to the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro, doubling its functionality and increasing productivity.
Halide, a popular camera app, has found a way to control the iPhone 15 Pro's new Action Button for in-app interactions, allowing users to perform various actions within the app without touching the screen.
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.
