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Intro
Pros & Cons : iPhone 15 Pro Max, The iPhone 15 series has stirred up immense excitement, largely owing to its adoption of the Type-C port. This latest lineup marks a pivotal moment in iPhone history, boasting substantial changes that have captured the attention of tech enthusiasts. Among these, the iPhone 15 Pro Max emerges as the standout, packed with an array of cutting-edge features. An upcoming review will thoroughly explore both its successes and shortcomings. This year’s iPhone launch stands out due to a myriad of significant updates, with the Type-C port being just one of the many noteworthy changes. The impact of the iPhone 15 lineup on the iPhone legacy is expected to be profound. Anticipation for the iPhone 15 series has been met with a mix of surprises and high expectations. As the review unfolds, detailed discussions on the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s features and limitations will offer valuable insights. Its accomplishments are poised to shape the overall perception of this new iPhone generation significantly.
Standout features of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Body
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 221 g (7.80 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), titanium frame (grade 5) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM – International Dual eSIM with multiple numbers – USA Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) – China |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
Display
| Type | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Always-On display |
PLATFORM
| OS | iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 17.0.3 |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2×3.78 GHz + 4×2.11 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
MEMORY
MAIN CAMERA
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28″, 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06″, 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55″, 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, Cinematic mode (4K@24/30fps), 3D (spatial) video, stereo sound rec. |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | HDR, Cinematic mode (4K@24/30fps) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
BATTERY
| Type | Li-Ion 4441 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 25W wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 15W wireless (MagSafe) 7.5W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wired |
MISC
| Colors | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium |
| Models | A2849, A3105, A3106, A3108, iPhone16,2 |
| SAR | 1.07 W/kg (head) 1.11 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.98 W/kg (head) 0.98 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $ 1,199.99 / € 1,479.00 / ₹ 159,900 |
Cons : Overheating continues after iOS 17.0.3
The information we received originated from social media, making it difficult to confirm its accuracy entirely. Nevertheless, a trustworthy former colleague shared one account, and the most serious report was confirmed by a source I was able to investigate. This person provided compelling evidence of their overheating problem.
He shared a photo of a thermometer he used to measure his iPhone 15 Pro Max’s temperature during overheating. The thermometer showed 42 degrees Celsius, which translates to 107.6 degrees Fahrenheit. This is remarkably close to the 107.1 F reading I obtained during my own test of the phone while fast-charging, before the iOS 17.0.3 update.
Pros & Cons : iPhone 15 Pro Max:
Tarun Vats discussed instances on X where several iPhone 15 Pro Max devices seem to be experiencing a form of image retention. These cases were reported on Reddit and Apple’s official discussion forums.
Pros : iPhone 15 Pro Max
Action button can switch between ring and silent
However, the action button comes with its own advantage – it’s customizable. You can assign various tasks to it through settings, expanding its functionality beyond just muting your device. For instance, you can set it to control your torch, activate a specific focus mode, record voice notes, launch your camera in a preferred mode, or start the magnifier.
You even have the option to disable the action button entirely or use it as a shutter key when in the camera app. Although I miss the physical mute switch, technological progress demands some trade-offs. In this case, the mute toggle has been replaced by the more versatile action button. Yet, I can’t help but think Apple could enhance it further by allowing users to assign functions to double-press and triple-press actions.
Imagine retaining the long press for silent mode while quickly launching the camera with a double press – just a suggestion for Apple to consider.
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Conclusion
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Slightly smaller & lighter | Action button performs 1 task |
| Smooth performance | Slow charging |
| Excellent cameras & pro features | Pricey |
| Eventually Type-C | Over Heating |
I was checking the over heating issue in iPhone 15 series which was the only reason make me stop from buying. Hence I am still confused shall I give it a try. Hmm.