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'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.
Popular third-party Apple accessory companies have introduced new accessories for the upcoming iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, including discounts on cases, charging accessories, and more.
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 new iPhone 15 models have different dimensions than the iPhone 14 models, which means that iPhone 14 cases will not fit the iPhone 15.
The iPhone 15 Pro is designed to have improved repairability, making it easier and cheaper to fix damages such as the rear glass compared to previous models.
Apple has announced its new iPhone 15 lineup, and if you're looking for a stylish and protective case to go with it, check out these options, including clear, patterned, solid color, leather, protective, and wallet cases.
Apple's iPhone 15 Pro was originally planned to feature haptic volume and power buttons, but the project, known as Project Bongo, was abruptly canceled due to unsatisfactory test results and high hardware failure rates, leading to the inclusion of traditional mechanical buttons instead.
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.
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.
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.
Peak Design, a case manufacturer for flagship phones, made a bold decision to design its iPhone 15 Pro cases with a cutout for the rumored Action Button instead of a button, resulting in an ill-fitting accessory that requires customers to reach deep into the cutout to press the button.
The iPhone 15 Pro has replaced the mute switch with a multi-function Action Button that can be assigned to various tasks, including activating the flashlight and turning on the camera, and can be customized with shortcuts for more efficient use.
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.