Steve Jobs’ masterpiece has reached its peak, but Apple is making Max

Apple’s last (official) model was the iPhone XS, which looks just like the iPhone X. Since then, the company seems to have learned an important lesson for the brand, so we got the iPhone 11, iPhone 12, and iPhone 13 — though the differences are small Visible between the last two, the “S” model is discontinued. Of course we’ve had this conversation before. However, it looks like 2022 will be real “General S” is hidden For vanilla iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max. On the other hand, Apple wouldn’t be if the company didn’t have some tricks designed to entice buyers.

So let’s take a look at what suggests the iPhone 14 will be more of an “iPhone 13S” model, but also what upgrades could make it a viable option for those using older iPhones. Maybe you’d be better off with the cheaper iPhone 13 or even wait for the iPhone 15?

The iPhone 14 became the first flagship iPhone to reuse an old processor, but Apple is getting away with it

• iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max get an all-new A16 Bionic chip
• iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max use the same A15 Bionic processor found in the iPhone 13 series

This is Big The news, at least that too bad News for those who want the cheapest new iPhone. But! Not for the same reasons you might expect… For starters, the A15 Bionic chip is still the fastest chip on the market, even after several newer releases from Qualcomm and MediaTek since September 2021. So we know the “slow chip” argument isn’t the key to this box.

And this is where I see Apple ready to twist things in its favour. While it hasn’t been confirmed, I expect Cupertino will actually use the iPhone 13 Pro chip for the iPhone 14 and 14 Max instead of the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini.

In case you didn’t know, the SoC on the iPhone 13 Pro technically is: Different And better One of those on the iPhone 13 because it uses an extra GPU core (disabled in the standard version). While this makes almost no difference to real-world usage, even when it comes to heavy-duty tasks, it’s enough for Apple to say that the chip in the iPhone 14 isn’t the same as the one in the iPhone 13, and you wouldn’t be wrong.

iPhone 14: 15-year-old Steve Jobs’ creativity peaks: Is this a real problem?

Yes and no.

All things considered, if there is anything to worry about when it comes to the iPhone 14 processor, it is whether this chip/phone will be able to enjoy the same number of iOS updates as the iPhone 14 Pro, which runs on the latest. Power on the SoC, compared to the 5nm SoC found in the iPhone 13.

We’ll know the definitive answer to that question in about five years, when Apple finally stops sending updates to the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14. My informed guess is that Apple will fully equip the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max. With the same number of iOS updates as the iPhone 14 Pro because it comes from the same family of phones, despite the differences in hardware.

Anyway, the important points are:

• The old SoC on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max will still be more powerful than any other (non-Apple) chip and capable enough to deliver smooth performance for the next four to five years.
• The stock of the iPhone (iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max) or the iPhone that most people buy has reached its peak in all respects high performance – This is because Apple is trying to distinguish it from its professional siblings, which is what the company has to sell.

iPhone 14: Same design as before, but the new iPhone 14 Max model to the rescue

The other obvious factor that makes the iPhone 14 the iPhone 13S in my opinion is that the new 2022 model is expected to reuse the same old design we’ve seen since the iPhone 12. Yes, unlike its Pro counterparts, the humble iPhone 14 is expected to maintain The Bad reputation Which, while iconic, is slowly fading out… Of course, Apple’s saving grace here is the all-new iPhone 14 Max model. It is expected to start at $900. Although at first glance it makes no sense for this device to replace the iPhone 13 mini and thus put an end to Apple small Small phone attempts.

The iPhone 14 Max will have a larger 6.7-inch screen and a much larger battery than the regular iPhone 14, which is expected to retain its 6.1-inch screen. While the 14 Max isn’t a completely new concept for Apple (they already have a Pro Max iPhone), for those who want Pay less and get more.

Apple recognizes the demand for phones with bigger screens and bigger batteries so you can enjoy content in a more immersive way for longer. Therefore, I have no doubt that customers will respond positively with their dollars. In fact, it wouldn’t be surprising if the iPhone 14 Max became the best-selling iPhone 14 model (especially if the prices of the Pro models went up).

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max get new and old rear camera hardware, but a new 12MP selfie camera

As I’d like to point out, Apple likes to “recycle” its Pro iPhones by adapting them to the new vanilla iPhone, and I don’t expect this year to be any different. When it comes to camera hardware, the iPhone 13 has borrowed the exact same sensors from the iPhone 12 Pro Max of 2020, and it goes without saying that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max will borrow the primary and ultra-wide-angle cameras from the iPhone 13 Pro.

The only exception to Apple’s hardware recycling rule is the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max selfie cameras, which are said to be getting a much-needed upgrade to a new 12-megapixel sensor with a wider f/1.9 aperture with autofocus. This helps you and your friends focus when taking photos and videos, and provides better quality in low-light conditions.

In the end, should you buy the iPhone 14… iPhone 13, or… wait for the iPhone 15?

Of course, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max stick to the same old notch, and they’re also expected to use the same A15 Bionic chip as the iPhone 13. And again, the same notch houses the iPhone 14 Pro’s Face ID (keep love or hate it) ), and if we build the iPhone 13 Pro 8-core GPU A15 Bionic chip, it will last you for years.

Plus, the iPhone 13 Pro’s cameras are still great and fit nicely into the $800 iPhone 14. Plus, you get an all-new selfie shooter — just like on the iPhone 14 Pro.

The cheap iPhone battery life is also expected to set new records, thanks to the iPhone 14 Max, and I’m sure millions of iPhone customers will appreciate it and vote with their credit cards.

Buying an iPhone 13 instead of an iPhone 14?

For those who like to buy iPhones on places like eBay, 2022 will be your lucky year because you won’t miss out on much absolute Picking up last year’s iPhone.

If you’re not new to selfies and a bigger iPhone 14 Max (with a bigger battery) tempts you, there’s no reason not to buy an iPhone 13 for $200-400 less, depending on the deal you can find. Same chip, almost the same cameras, same design… It’s a no-brainer for those with a budget.

Skip the iPhone 14 and wait for the iPhone 15 (with USB-C)?

Oh boy. the biggest. At least in my book.

After decades of “leaks” and rumors, the iPhone 15 is now expected to switch to USB-C thanks to new European legislation (which is not yet complete), which is by far the biggest reason to wait for the 2023 model. But it’s getting better and better…