According to a report from esteemed sources like Mark Gurman, the iPhone 15 series will be available for preorder on September 12 or 13 and will go on sale one week later. This year, Apple is said to add a new dark red color to the lineup.
It’s also rumored that the Pro and Pro Max models will get a new periscope lens, allowing them to zoom 6x optically.
120Hz display
The iPhone 14 Pro was the first time Apple offered a 120Hz display in its flagship model, but it seems like it will keep this feature exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Plus. This is a shame, because Apple’s basic iPhone models remain iphone 15 plus 512gb way behind their Android competitors in terms of display technology.
The Pro-variants of the phone have ProMotion, a dynamic 120Hz screen that automatically adjusts its refresh rate depending on the task at hand to conserve battery power. This is a method that most other mobile manufacturers are using to improve their phones’ battery performance, and there is no reason for Apple to not offer it in its standard iPhones.
According to a recent tweet by Ross Young, an expert on display tech, it’s unlikely that Apple will bring 120Hz to the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. He says that BOE, one of Apple’s primary suppliers, won’t have LTPO screens ready in time for the launch, so the company will likely use 60Hz screens on its standard iPhone models again this year.
Periscope camera
Apple is about to set a new standard in smartphone photography with the addition of a periscope camera in the iPhone 15 Pro Max. This innovative technology allows for 5x or even 6x optical zoom, far better than the 3x available on current iPhones.
The periscope lens uses a prism to fold the optics and redirect them towards the sensor. This allows for a much longer lens without taking up too much internal space. The results are impressive, with high-quality images that show remarkable detail at all levels of zoom.
Periscope cameras have been a popular feature on Android smartphones for a while now, with manufacturers such as Huawei and Samsung offering phones with the technology. However, this is the first time that Apple will be incorporating it in its flagship smartphone.
Reputable analyst and Apple oracle Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that Apple will limit the periscope camera to its high-end Pro and Pro Max models this year, and that trend will continue through 2024. It’s possible that the smaller high-end iPhones will not get a periscope camera, as it would be expensive for Apple to implement the technology. This is in line with previous rumors that have suggested the company will only bring advanced features to its premium models.
Audio enhancements
Apple’s dream of an all-screen phone could become a reality with the iPhone 15. Rumors suggest that the Pro and Max models will lose their bezels altogether, making them more like the Pixel 3 and Galaxy S10 in terms of screen size. A new technique called “LIPO” (low-injection pressure over-molding) could make this possible, reducing the edge of the phones to 1.5 millimeters.
With iOS 15, Apple is enhancing its audio features to improve your video calls and other apps like FaceTime, Google Hangouts, and Instagram. Mic Mode processing focuses on your voice, reduces background noise, and boosts low-volume sounds. You can enable this feature by swiping down from the top right corner of your iPhone’s display.
Another new feature is Wide Spectrum mode, which enhances audio by capturing every sound in the room during a video call. It is currently available on FaceTime and is also coming to other apps, including WhatsApp, Zoom, and even your car’s GPS system. You can use this by launching the Control Center during a video call and tapping the Wide Spectrum button. This mode is a great way to connect with friends who are far away. You can also share music during a FaceTime call and listen to it together.
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