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iPhone 15 and 15 Plus: The main differences come down to screen size and battery life

  • iPhone 15 and 15 Plus have same features except screen size, battery life, weight, dimensions, and price
  • 6.1" screen on iPhone 15 vs 6.7" screen on 15 Plus
  • 20 hours battery life on iPhone 15 vs 26 hours on 15 Plus
  • $100 price difference between models
  • Decision comes down to preference for smaller or larger screen size
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The iPhone 15 series will feature upgraded camera systems, including a 48-megapixel main camera, periscope lens for the telephoto camera in the Pro Max model, and improved image quality and resolution for the ultra-wide and telephoto cameras.
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.
The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max will have 8GB of RAM, while the lower-end iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will have 6GB of RAM, providing improved performance and multitasking capabilities.
The iPhone 15 Plus and the Google Pixel 7 Pro are both impressive phones, but the iPhone 15 Plus offers a brighter display, more powerful processor, and longer software support, while the Pixel 7 Pro excels in customization options and faster charging.
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.
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.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max and Pixel 8 Pro have notable differences in their camera systems, with the iPhone producing more natural landscape images and better background blur in portrait mode, while the Pixel excels in lower light situations and offers fun AI features like Best Take and Magic Editor.
Apple has replaced the Lightning port on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with USB-C, allowing for easier connectivity with accessories and peripherals, and the Pro models support USB-3 speeds for faster data transfer.
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 8 Pro both have excellent 5x telephoto cameras, with the Pixel leaning toward warmer colors and brighter images while the iPhone offers more detail and clarity.
The iPhone 15 Pro brings numerous improvements compared to previous models, including a lighter titanium build, an Action button for programming shortcuts, a USB-C port, and upgraded cameras, making it a more appealing option for those looking for faster performance and a better camera. However, it may not be necessary to upgrade if you already have an iPhone 14 Pro or newer, as the improvements may have niche uses and may not significantly impact the daily experience.