The iPhone 15 will feature a USB-C charging port, replacing the Lightning cord, in response to pressure from the EU, making borrowing chargers from older iPhone models more difficult.
The upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will have the same storage capacity options as the iPhone 14 Pro models, with increased RAM for improved performance and a potential price increase for the Pro Max model.
Apple is set to release the iPhone 15 with incremental improvements including a lighter design, better chip, battery life, camera, and a USB-C charging cable, but the smartphone market is slowing down as people hold on to their devices longer and there is less incentive to upgrade.
Apple's newly launched iPhone 15 series does not come with improved battery life compared to the previous iPhone 14 series, suggesting that the battery capacities may have remained the same or potentially even decreased.
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max feature a new titanium design, USB-C port, more powerful processor, and an action button, indicating that Apple is shifting its focus beyond camera improvements and catering to power users.
The iPhone 15 series includes four models - iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max - with varying colors, design, camera features, and processors, while all models now use USB-C for charging.
The Chinese regulatory database reveals that the iPhone 15 has a 3,349mAh battery, while the iPhone 15 Pro has a 3,274mAh battery, and Apple's official battery life estimates for the iPhone 15 models are the same as the iPhone 14 models.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper than its predecessor, the iPhone 14 Pro, while offering more features and improvements, including a larger base storage capacity, a 5x optical zoom camera, and a lighter weight.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro can now charge from 0 to 100% in under two hours with a USB-C cable, and the USB-C port allows for significantly more power output to accessories, expanding the possibilities for iPhone accessories.
For the first time, iPhone 15 users will be able to easily check their battery's cycle count through the settings, providing valuable information about the battery's condition and usage.
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.
The iPhone 15 lineup, featuring design changes and a switch to USB-C charging, has been met with strong pre-orders and long lines at stores around the world, suggesting that many people are eager to upgrade their devices.
The iPhone 15 Plus has surpassed the Pro Max in battery life, lasting over 13 hours of screen on time and setting a new record for the longest iPhone battery life, according to a battery test conducted by Mrwhosetheboss.
Some users of the iPhone 15 are experiencing overheating issues while charging, with reports of the device becoming "almost too hot to touch."
The iPhone 15 Pro Max features improved camera capabilities, including additional framing options, enhanced video quality, better low-light performance, and the ability to add a portrait mode blur effect after taking a photo, making it Apple's best camera system to date.
Apple may be using cheaper batteries with lower charge cycle counts in the iPhone 14 and 15 series, which could explain the reported lower battery capacity in these devices after less than a year of ownership.
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.
