The upcoming Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to feature a titanium frame, a 48MP camera with enhanced zoom capabilities, a faster A17 Bionic chipset, and a potential price hike of $100 to $200 compared to its predecessor.
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.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are expected to have a $100 price increase over the current models, according to analyst Dan Ives, but promotional activities and discounts from U.S. carriers are likely to drive sales and offset potential resistance.
Apple is expected to unveil four new iPhones, including the high-end iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, at its upcoming fall event, which will also feature new Apple Watch models and a shift from Lightning ports to USB-C in response to EU regulations.
Apple has announced several new features for its upcoming iPhone 15, including a titanium case, the ability to call roadside assistance via satellite, a starting price of $799, the inclusion of USB-C connectivity, and the standardization of the A16 Bionic chip on the base model. Additionally, Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 2, which will be priced at $799, and showcased its commitment to environmental initiatives.
Apple has announced the second-generation Apple Watch Ultra with a brighter display, faster chip, new gestures, and enhanced features for water activities, starting at $799.
Verizon is offering new customers and existing customers adding a new line the opportunity to get the iPhone 15 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off any iPhone 15 model with a trade-in, while existing customers can upgrade and get up to $830 off the new iPhone 15 lineup with select trade-in on qualified Unlimited plans; Verizon is also offering deals on Apple Watch Series 9 and accessories.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have a more repairable internal design, featuring a removable back glass panel, which may result in lower repair fees for cracked back glass.
The iPhone 15 lineup, starting at $799, features upgrades such as a new camera system, USB-C port, and titanium chassis, with the 128GB storage option only available for the iPhone 15 Pro.
Apple has reduced the cost of its iPhone Battery Servicing program and decreased the prices of the newly announced iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models in the UK, while also cutting the price of AirPods Max and second-generation AirPods Pro.
Apple's online store is temporarily down ahead of the highly anticipated iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro pre-orders, which will be available in various colors and storage capacities, starting at $799, and followed by a launch on September 22.
The Apple Watch Ultra is on sale for $700, offering a more affordable alternative to the new Apple Watch Ultra 2, while Apple's FineWoven MagSafe Wallet and HomePod 2 are also seeing discounts at $56 and $285 respectively.
amFilm is offering discounted screen protectors for the new Apple iPhone 15 models, starting at $5.49, with additional savings for Amazon Prime members, and they come with a plastic frame for easy installation and a bonus pack of camera lens protectors.
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 lineup includes new colors and features such as a pink option, USB-C port, all-day battery life, two sizes, water- and dust-resistance, Dynamic Island, improved camera, Action button on the Pro model, StandBy Mode, thinner borders, titanium option, and various camera options; prices start at $999.
Boost Infinite is offering the iPhone 15 Pro for free, without requiring a trade-in, while Amazon and Boost Mobile are offering up to $1,000 off Apple's latest iPhone 15 smartphones, and Woot is discounting Apple's official iPhone 14 series Leather MagSafe Cases and MagSafe Duo Charger by $35 each.
T-Mobile is offering various deals on the iPhone 15 models, including up to $1,000 off with certain plans, up to $650 off with an unlimited data plan, up to $350 off the iPhone 15 Pro with an eligible trade-in, and a buy one get one $300 off deal on Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 with new line activation.
The iPhone 15 Pro introduces significant upgrades and improvements compared to the iPhone 12 Pro, including a titanium design, always-on Retina display with ProMotion, Action button, USB-C port, 48-megapixel main camera, A17 Pro chip, and longer battery life.
The original Apple Watch Edition models, which were priced between $10,000 and $17,000, have been deemed "obsolete" by Apple and are no longer supported, leaving them as mere pieces of gold rather than functional timekeepers.
Apple is offering rare discounts on official Apple Watch bands, with prices starting at $44, while Anker chargers and accessories are also on sale, and Microsoft Office for Mac is available for just $30.
Luxury firm GRAY has announced the Alter Ego line of cases for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, made with aerospace-grade titanium and priced up to $1,899, matching the cost of the phones themselves.
