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 will announce its next generation of mobile products, including the iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra, at its upcoming Wonderlust event, with the Ultra expected to have significant design improvements and both watches potentially featuring upgraded sensors and processors.
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.
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, featuring a strong and lightweight titanium design, powerful camera upgrades, and the A17 Pro chip for enhanced performance and mobile gaming.
The inclusion of Thread connectivity in the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max suggests that Apple may be moving away from relying solely on Bluetooth and could potentially use Thread as a way to connect peripherals like the Apple Watch to the iPhone.
The author shares their thoughts on their first day with the iPhone 15 Pro, highlighting positive aspects like the inclusion of USB-C and the new Action Button, while also expressing dislike for certain features such as the iPhone's homescreen and iCloud storage limitations.
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.
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 Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a similar physical design to its predecessor, but it offers notable improvements in features and performance, such as a faster processor, increased storage, a brighter display, longer battery life, and new features like double tap gesture support and on-device Siri with health access. However, these upgrades may not be compelling enough for those who already own the previous model.
The new Double Tap gesture for Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 allows users to perform actions in compatible apps without tapping the screen, such as silencing alarms or dismissing notifications, by pinching together their index finger and thumb twice.
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.
